In this episode of The Basement Boyz, we dive head-first into some of the biggest and most controversial storylines shaking up the NFL right now.

We start by reacting to the shocking decision to move on from John Harbaugh and what this means for the future of the Baltimore Ravens franchise. Is this the right move—or a massive mistake?

Then we break down how the NFL playoffs impact quarterback legacies, discussing which QBs have the most to gain and which ones have the most to lose under the brightest lights. From pressure-packed moments to long-term narratives, playoff football can change everything.

We also address one of the most tired storylines in football: the Lamar Jackson choking narrative. We explain why it needs to stop and how context, roster construction, and expectations play a major role in how quarterbacks are judged.

Plus, we stir the pot with a hot take you won’t want to miss—should kickers even be considered football players? 🥴

To close it out, we make our case for why Justin Herbert is firmly in the elite quarterback tier, despite team results and playoff criticism.

If you love NFL debates, quarterback legacy talk, playoff breakdowns, and unapologetic hot takes, this episode is for you.

0:00:00 Intro
0:04:25 John Harbaugh Getting Fired Reaction
0:10:00 NFL QB Legacies Effect By NFL Playoffs
0:50:10 Stop The Lamar Jackson “ Choking “ Narrative
0:56:39 Kickers Are NOT Football Players
0:59:50 Justin Herbert Is ELITE

In this episode of The Basement Boyz Sports Podcast, we dive headfirst into one of the most controversial NBA takes floating around right now. Former NBA coach Stan Van Gundy claims that the best 20 basketball players in NBA history have likely all played in the last 20 years — and we had to react. Is modern basketball really that dominant, or is NBA history being disrespected?

We also shine a spotlight on Dirk Nowitzki and break down why he may be one of the most underrated superstars in NBA history, despite changing the game and winning at the highest level.

Then we react to comments from Jason Kidd about Kobe Bryant guarding LeBron James, and debate whether Kobe truly had the defensive edge in that matchup.

To wrap things up, we switch gears to the NFL and get real about the season — breaking down what we were right about, what we were wrong about, and which takes aged the best (and worst).

If you love NBA debates, NFL reactions, all-time rankings, and honest sports takes, this episode is for you.

👇 Jump into the conversation
• Do you agree with Stan Van Gundy’s take?
• Is Dirk Nowitzki underrated all-time?
• Who wins the Kobe vs LeBron matchup?
• What NFL takes did YOU get right this season?

In this must-watch episode of The Basement Boyz, we break down which teams in the AFC and NFC face the highest stakes this season — from legacy-defining moments to championship-or-bust expectations.

🏈 NFL DEBATES & HOT TAKES
• Who truly has the most pressure to reach the Super Bowl in the AFC & NFC?
• Are we starting to overthink or underrate Patrick Mahomes?
• What should expectations really be for the Houston Texans moving forward?

🎤 WWE MOMENT
• We react to John Cena’s retirement match, what it means for wrestling history, and whether it lived up to the moment.

🏀 NBA FRANCHISE DEBATE
• If you were starting a franchise TODAY, who are you choosing:
Cade Cunningham or Anthony Edwards?
• We debate upside, leadership, winning impact, and long-term potential.

💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Who do YOU think has the most pressure to make the Super Bowl?
Are the Mahomes takes fair or disrespectful?
Who would you build a franchise around — Cade or Ant?