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Episode 289: In Howie We Trust

Greg Crone April 23, 2025


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This week on You’re Wrong… And Here’s Why:

⚽ Wrexham Frustration & Promotion Tensions

00:00– 06:24
Chris vents about Wrexham’s recent draws and late-game collapses, expressing nerves over the upcoming match against Charlton Athletic. They discuss goal differential and promotion scenarios with other League One clubs like Wycombe and Charlton. Greg sympathizes and compares the pain of fandom with his own Nottingham Forest experiences.


🏈 NFL Game: Last 4,000-Yard Passers Trivia

06:25 – 23:02
Chris challenges Greg to name the most recent 4,000-yard passer for every NFL team. The game sparks humorous frustrations as Greg mixes past legends with current stars. Mistakes include guessing Marino over Tua and Aaron Rodgers over Jordan Love. Accurate picks include Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, Joe Burrow, and Dak Prescott.


🏒 NHL Playoffs & Flyers Draft Outlook

23:02 – 31:39
Greg recaps early NHL playoff action, highlighting overtime thrillers and matchups like Colorado-Dallas and Panthers-Lightning. He expresses frustration over the Flyers’ absence from the playoffs and discusses their high pick potential in the draft lottery. Chris dives into prospects like Michael Misa, marveling at his scoring stats, and the Flyers’ need for forward talent. They also discuss the Flyers’ draft capital and roster needs.


🏀 NBA Playoffs Rundown

31:41 – 37:49
Chris and Greg react to blowout NBA playoff games and discuss teams like the Pacers, Bucks, Thunder, and Grizzlies. They critique the Lakers’ reliance on star power and question whether LeBron will assert himself more. Teams like the Celtics, Warriors, and Heat are also discussed in terms of playoff impact and depth.


🏀 MVP Talk: Jokic vs. SGA

37:49 – 37:49
Greg and Chris debate the NBA MVP race, focusing on Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. They argue Jokic is undervalued due to voter fatigue despite historic performances like a 30-20-20 game. Jokic’s efficiency and unselfish dominance are praised as potentially all-time great.


🏈 NFL Draft Preview

37:49 – 48:56
The hosts analyze the upcoming NFL Draft. They discuss top picks like Cam Ward, Travis Hunter, and Abdul Carter, focusing on fits for teams like the Giants and Patriots. Greg jokes about wild scenarios like trading A.J. Brown for a top pick. They break down Eagles-related draft strategies and players such as Will Campbell, Walter Nolen, Mason Graham, and Grey Zabel. Chris gives high praise to Zabel, calling him a future All-Pro.


🏀 Sixers’ Rotations & Lineup Chaos

50:22 – End
Chris reveals the Sixers used 55 different starting lineups this season and had 25 players average 15+ minutes, reflecting inconsistency and depth challenges. Greg reacts with disbelief as they reflect on the instability of the roster.

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