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The Underdog

Hosted by Chris Horwedel & Matt Crone

With their unique and insightful perspective, Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone of Underdog Podcasts talk about the biggest news of the week in sports, sneakers and more -- as well of telling some great stories of their own.

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Utah's Peterson, Markkanen and Jackson group gives this rebuild nerd something to chew on.
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351 captures the Eagles-fan mood after that Seattle loss. I like hearing a level of concern talked through instead of just being told to panic. Would have had a different number myself, which made it more fun.
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The Underdog
Latest episode

489: Seasons From Hell

Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone break down Ole Miss football, the Philadelphia Eagles, the Philadelphia 76ers and the World Series, with side trips into WNBA Finals scheduling, NFL trades and the upcoming NFL Draft. The discussion starts with Ole Miss’ loss to Texas and the Rebels’ path past Auburn, Oklahoma and Georgia as they chase a College Football Playoff spot. They also dig into football…

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The Underdog
Oct 21, 2026

488: NBA Western Conference Preview

The Underdog previews the entire NBA Western Conference for the 2026–27 season, breaking down all 15 teams, every major offseason move, the biggest statistical trends and the questions each roster must answer before the season begins. Chris Horwedel starts in the Northwest, where Oklahoma City remains the standard, Denver tries to improve its defense around Nikola Jokic, Minnesota adds LaMelo…

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1 wk ago 27:14
The Underdog
Oct 14, 2026

487: NBA Eastern Conference Preview

The Underdog previews the entire NBA Eastern Conference for the 2026–27 season, breaking down all 15 teams, every major offseason move, the numbers behind each roster, and the biggest questions heading into opening night. Chris Horwedel starts in the Atlantic, where the defending champion **New York Knicks** face a radically reshaped landscape. Philadelphia adds LeBron James and Jaylen Brown,…

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2 wks ago 29:52
The Underdog
Oct 7, 2026

486: Ole Miss’s Unforgivable Error

Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone dig into Ole Miss football and a rough stretch for Philadelphia sports, led by Lane Johnson’s retirement and breaking news that Cam Jurgens is being traded to Baltimore. They also look at the Flyers’ young-player usage, the Phillies’ playoff exit and uncertain future, and the Eagles’ increasingly depleted roster ahead of Jacksonville. The conversation tracks how…

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3 wks ago 46:04
The Underdog
Sep 30, 2026

485: Things Didn't Go As Planned

Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone open with cars, Tesla shopping, StockX mystery boxes, vacations and family stories before getting into a rough week across college football, the NFL and MLB. The sports half centers on Ole Miss–Florida, Oregon–USC, Eagles–Bears, the Phillies’ playoff matchup, the 76ers and the Presidents Cup. They also mix in snow and garage stories, baseball-rule ideas and a few…

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1 mo ago 45:32
The Underdog
Sep 25, 2026

484 Case Keenum: A True American Hero

The Underdog mixes college football, MLB, NFL, and plenty of side conversation as Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone work through a busy sports week. Ole Miss-LSU and the Rebels’ trip to Florida drive the college-football discussion, while the Phillies’ playoff outlook and the Eagles’ uneven start lead the pro-sports talk. The episode also touches on NFL Week 3, travel, TV, crypto, and an unexpectedly…

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1 mo ago 46:10
The Underdog
Sep 18, 2026

483: LSU/Ole' Miss, MLB Salary Cap, and More

The Underdog opens with Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone mixing entertainment, travel, and sneaker talk before moving into a heavy sports episode. The centerpiece is Ole Miss-LSU, followed by Phillies/MLB discussion and NFL Week 2. They also touch on fantasy football, betting specials, the Chiefs, PGA Tour, and the Solheim Cup. 0:25 Opening: NFL Week 1, Ole Miss-Charlotte and the week ahead. 1:21…

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1 mo ago 44:26
The Underdog
Sep 9, 2026

482: An Almost Upset and Week 1

The Underdog opens with Ole Miss’ Week 1 escape, the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff and what comes next against Charlotte and LSU. Chris and Matt also get into the NFL’s Australia opener, the Phillies’ frustrating loss to Houston and Week 1 Patriots-Seahawks. Off the field, they cover The Traitors, streaming ads, YouTube Premium and StockX mystery boxes. The provided transcript ends…

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1 mo ago 36:39
The Underdog
Sep 6, 2026

481: Lane is Such a Rascal

0:25 Intro, Matt’s surprise calendar meeting and the week’s show setup. 3:57 Sneaker releases: Kobe Eagles Proto 5s, Eagles quarterback history, Donovan McNabb and Mekhi Becton. 9:13 Lane Kiffin, college eligibility rules and the controversy surrounding NFL-to-college returns. 10:44 Crypto talk: random token deposits, Dogecoin and past gains. 13:19 Oddsmakers recap, recent golf wagers and BMW…

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1 mo ago 34:21
The Underdog
Aug 22, 2026

480: Ole Miss, Eagles and the BMW Championship

0:25 Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone open with birthday talk, PR pitches and last week’s soccer bets. 4:48 Ole Miss football: 2025 stats and the 2026 schedule, including Louisville, Charlotte, LSU, Florida, Vanderbilt, Missouri, Wofford, Mississippi State, Texas, Auburn, Oklahoma and Georgia. 16:28 Wrexham travel, the Wrexham-Sunderland trip to Subaru Park and soccer analytics through X Genius and…

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2 mos ago 43:10