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Empire Sports Talk

Roman Janeiro

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Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 130

A weekly show for those with a passion for all things sports, hosted by Roman Janeiro. If you love talking sports, listen in

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🇫🇷 France - Sport News
01/06/2026
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#1 Overall Pick Staying Home??? | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 7

Sunday, April 12, 2026 • Duration 06:46

The 2026 NFL Draft is fast approaching, and presumptive #1 overall pick has made the unprecedented announcement that he won't be in attendance. Instead of asking your opinion on this decision, let me ask you this: If it were you in Mendoza's shoes, would you rather attend the Draft in person, or watch at home with your family and friends?

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The NBA Has a Tanking Problem — Here’s the Fix | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 6

Saturday, February 14, 2026 • Duration 20:24

The NBA has a tanking problem…and fines clearly aren’t fixing it. In this video, I break down why tanking continues to hurt fans, damage competitive integrity, and weaken the NBA product — and I present a bold, controversial solution:

👉 If a team is caught tanking…they lose their first-round pick.

👉 That pick gets redistributed to the rest of the league.

No more fines. No more slaps on the wrist. Real consequences.

I walk through:

✅ Why tanking keeps happening

✅ Why fines don’t scare owners or GMs

✅ How a forfeited draft pick would change everything

✅ What happens if a contender wins the redistributed pick

✅ The risks, flaws, and counterarguments

Would this fix the problem? Or make things worse? Drop your thoughts in the comments: What should Adam Silver’s “or else” actually be?

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What Does This New "Genies" AI Deal Mean For MLB? | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 5

Friday, February 6, 2026 • Duration 02:36

MLB and its players just agreed to a MAJOR deal with an AI avatar company called Genies to develop AI player avatars to interact with fans. Not much is known about this deal yet, but what does this mean for baseball going forward? Cool feature or sign of things to come?

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Is One Final Run In Cleveland INEVITABLE for LeBron After THIS Move? | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 4

Thursday, February 5, 2026 • Duration 08:23

After a CRAZY NBA Trade Deadline, LeBron and the Lakers are headed for divorce, and the Cavs clear space by acquiring James Harden. Does this make an LBJ-Cavaliers farewell reunion possible?

Shedeur Sanders Making The Pro Bowl Is A Joke | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 3

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 • Duration 09:25

Shedeur Sanders was added as a Pro Bowl replacement — and the numbers make absolutely no sense. Replacing Super Bowl quarterback Drake Maye, Sanders finished the season with more interceptions than touchdowns, one of the lowest QBRs in the NFL, and ranked near the bottom of every advanced quarterback metric. So how does a player with 7 TDs, 10 INTs, an 18.9 QBR, and a sub-70 passer rating become a Pro Bowler? The answer exposes a much bigger issue: fan voting, media narratives, and popularity contests have completely broken the credibility of All-Star selections across major sports.

In this video, Roman Janeiro breaks down the stats, compares Sanders to other qualified quarterbacks who were far more deserving, and explains why the NFL’s Pro Bowl problem goes far beyond one controversial selection. Is this overcorrection? Media influence? Or just another example of the league losing competitive integrity?

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — is this a total joke or am I overreacting?

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Why the Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Hire Could Backfire Fast | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 2

Saturday, January 24, 2026 • Duration 10:46

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly expected to hire Mike McCarthy as their next head coach — and honestly, this move makes very little sense. After decades of stability under Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh suddenly appears ready to pivot toward a short-term solution with a 62-year-old coach and a 42-year-old quarterback in Aaron Rodgers.

In this video, Roman Janeiro of Empire Sports Talk breaks down why the McCarthy hire feels like a band-aid instead of a long-term plan, dives into McCarthy’s postseason struggles, stale play-calling reputation, and his mixed offensive history in New Orleans and San Francisco. We also examine how this impacts the Steelers’ quarterback future, rushing attack, aging defense, and overall organizational identity. Is this a smart win-now gamble? Or a move that sets Pittsburgh back for years?

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:

- Do you like the Mike McCarthy hire?

- Is this the right direction after Mike Tomlin

- Can McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers recapture past success?

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Bills Shock NFL by Firing Sean McDermott — Here’s Who Should Replace Him | Empire Sports Talk

Season 9 · Episode 1

Monday, January 19, 2026 • Duration 12:40

The Buffalo Bills stunned the NFL by firing head coach Sean McDermott after another playoff exit — despite years of consistency, division titles, and Josh Allen’s MVP-level play. Was this the right move… or a massive overreaction?

In this video, Roman Janeiro breaks down why the Bills made the decision, why it’s surprising, and who Buffalo should target as their next head coach. We dive into top candidates like Mike Tomlin, Brian Daboll, Vance Joseph, Brian Flores, Matt Burke, and dark horse Steve Spagnuolo — plus who the Bills will likely hire versus who they should hire. With Josh Allen entering his prime and the AFC wide open, this hire could define the franchise for the next decade.

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: • Was firing Sean McDermott the right call? • Who should coach Josh Allen next? • Defensive coach or offensive mind?

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SEC Coaching Carousel | Empire Sports Talk

Season 8 · Episode 59

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 • Duration 13:51

The college football coaching carousel is in full swing - especially in the SEC. LSU and Florida have found their new coaches, and I have thoughts!

I LOVE That Sumrall Said This! | Empire Sports Talk

Season 8 · Episode 58

Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Duration 08:30

It's no wonder why Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall is a top candidate for major head coaching vacancies. He had some choice words about his team, and I LOVED it.

Are We Okay with Cam Skattebo at WWE? | Empire Sports Talk

Season 8 · Episode 57

Friday, November 21, 2025 • Duration 06:44

Yes, I know that the WWE is all for show, but who okayed that Cam Skattebo shoving stunt??? Let's talk about it...

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