JD takes a look at the week's off-the-field stories - Aaron Hernandez' Fiance goes on Dr. Phil, MLB is making plans abroad, and UFC President Dana White says he's only steps away from completing the MacGregor/Mayweather deal. Guests include; "The Sports Professor" Rick Horrow of Horrow Sports Ventures talks delays in the NFL's attempts to capture the Los Angeles and Las Vegas markets; and Sally Jenkins of the Washington Post discusses the latest in the Aaron Hernandez story.

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JD dives into this week's off-the-field issues and top storylines coming out of NFL Training Camp 2016! JD invites Bengals Coach Marvin Lewis and former NFL'er Herman Edwards! And ofcourse, a weekly visit with "The Sports Professor" - Rick Horrow of Horrow Sports Ventures.

Marvin Lewis and Herman Edwards!

JD invites Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures to talk NHL in Las Vegas, Zika Virus' effect on the Olympics, and Donald Trump's hand in the golf world. Also David Hunt, President of Hunt Auctions, jumps on to talk about his companies involvement with the 2016 All-Star Fan Fest in San Diego. Sports memorabilia junkies listen up!

Rick Horrow & David Hunt

JD invites NFL Hall of Famer Mike Ditka! #IronMike

Mike Ditka

JD invites Josh Gross, author of Ali vs. Inoki, to discuss how Muhammad Ali's fight with Antonio Inoki inspired Mixed Martial Arts. #GreatestofAllTime #Ali #MMA #UFC200

How Muhammad Ali Inspired MMA

JD spends the hour remembering the Greatest of All-Time - Muhammad Ali.

Remembering Muhammad Ali

Another player falls victim to social media hacking. This time it's Dolphins OT Laremy Tunsil, ON Draft Night... The aftermath? JD invites Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures, and attorney Drew Sherman of the ADLI Law Group in Los Angeles.

Laremy Tunsil hacked--What next?

Drew Sherman of the ADLI Law Group in Los Angeles joins JD to discuss the recent details involving the tragic shooting of former Saints LB Will Smith. Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures comes on to talk the dollars and sense of sports. Also, Gary Belsky, author of "On the Origins of Sports: The Early History and Original Rules of Everybody's Favorite Games", discusses how some of our favorite past-times got started.

Louisiana State Police will not investigate Will Smith shooting

Former Athletics owner Charlie Finley, the man who brought the team to Oakland, left behind a legacy baseball will remember. Daughter Nancy Finley talks with Jim Daniels about "Finley Ball" - how the Oakland Athletics became a dynasty.

Nancy Finley discusses Finley Ball

Jonathan Hock is the Writer and Director of the new documentary film "Fastball". Released March 25, the film documents the history of great pitchers, the progression of pitching, and the science behind the perfect pitch! The film features former and current MLB greats like Nolan Ryan, Goose Gossage, Justin Verlander and Bryce Harper. Also, Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures stops in to give you the latest rumors and news in the world of Sports marketing and business.

"Fastball"

JD slides the box score aside to dive into some of the off-the-field stories in the world of professional sports. Mike Bormann of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland joins the show to discuss the litany of questionable decisions made by Cavs' LeBron James. Also, "The Sports Professor", Rick Horrow of Horrow Sports Ventures stops by to show you where the money is headed.

Will LeBron James leave Cleveland, again?

The terms 'Concussion' and 'CTE' have riddled the NFL as of late, and for good reason. LaMonica Garrett, aka Sherriff Cane of Sons of Anarchy, jumps on to discuss his newest film "The Duke"; where his character takes you inside the mind of a former NFL player suffering from CTE and concussion damage. Also, Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures jumps on to discuss which way the big dollars are headed this week.

Sons of Anarchy star on CTE and Concussion Damage

Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures jumps on for a look at the finance behind our favorite teams and athletes, NFL writer Russell Baxter of Bleacher Report jumps on for NFL FA talk, and Professor Bergan of DePaul University shares some very interesting March Madness numbers.

March Madness begins...

Get your books out and pencils ready... the professors are here for a special edition of "Speaking of Sports". JD chats with Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor" of Horrow Sports Ventures to discuss the business of sports; where is the money going next? Also, JD brings on Professor Jeffrey Bergen, Mathematics professor at DePaul University to take a close look at your chances of a perfect March Madness bracket!

March Madness: The Numbers

Rick Horrow, "The Sports Professor", of Horrow Sports Ventures joins JD to give us the dollars and sense of sports, diving into what drives the teams and players we love. JD also takes a minute to recognize the true heroes of the country in our armed veterans. Many of the greats have also served such as David Robinson, Willie Mays, Ted Williams, and Pat Tillman. Jeremiah Kuehl, 13-year veteran in the U.S. Army and National Guard, joins the show to talk about the "Mission 2 Hire" program from Service King, which helps give back to the veterans who give so much.

Broncos prepare for Peyton's departure

NBCSR weekend host Jim Daniels goes deeper into the top sports stories of each week. JD looks into the business of sports, the medical and legal issues, and does it all in his own youthful style.

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