AllHipHop.com founder Chuck Creekmur joins the show for a deep dive into the intersection of boxing, hip-hop, and Black media. Creekmur defends Don King’s promotional genius while acknowledging the shady side of his legacy, compares Jake Paul’s “rage-bait” marketing tactics to WWE storytelling, and explains why boxing is struggling in today’s entertainment landscape . He […]
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill joins the show to break down the NBA’s growing gambling scandal, the Clippers cutting Chris Paul in the final season of his career, and why some conspiracy theories around the league aren’t as far‑fetched as fans think. Hill discusses how prop bets and injury reporting have changed the way fans watch […]
Chuck Creekmur, founder of AllHipHop.com, joins The Fumble for a wide-ranging conversation on the blurred lines between business, controversy, and legacy in both boxing and hip-hop. Creekmur breaks down the rise of fighters like Jake Paul, the legacy of Terence Crawford, and why boxing’s marketing playbook feels eerily familiar to the music industry. He reflects […]
Comedian and 85 South Show star Chico Bean joins The Fumble for a hilarious and unfiltered conversation about the state of modern sports. Chico weighs in on the dangers of sports betting, saying “everything’s rigged if I lose,” and calls out fans who gamble on Chinese ping pong and scream at their families over busted […]
The New York Knicks have captured their first NBA Cup title, and fans are celebrating like it’s a championship 50 years in the making. But does this midseason victory actually matter? Critics argue the NBA Cup is more of a morale booster than a marker of true greatness, especially as past winners have flamed out […]
College football fans are debating whether Dillon Gabriel’s fiancé crossed a line after she was spotted on the sidelines appearing to critique team strategy and coaching decisions during a recent game. The moment quickly went viral, raising questions about what’s acceptable behavior for partners of athletes—especially in high-stakes environments. Critics argue her presence and commentary […]
A growing wave of revisionist takes is downplaying Kobe Bryant’s legacy—and fans are calling it out. On the Bill Simmons Podcast and FanDuel segments featuring Rob Mahoney and Chandler Parsons, Kobe has been dismissed in GOAT conversations and ranked behind Tim Duncan. Critics argue that Kobe’s midrange mastery, defensive intensity, and footwork have become underappreciated […]
Lane Kiffin has officially left Ole Miss to become the new head coach at LSU, but the timing of the move has sparked major backlash. Just days after the Egg Bowl and amid what could’ve been a historic season for Ole Miss, Kiffin informed the team of his departure—leaving players, fans, and staff in shock. […]
Notre Dame has been left out of the 2025 College Football Playoff, and fans are divided. Despite finishing the season with a respectable record, the Fighting Irish were passed over after losses to Miami and Texas A&M—two teams that did make the cut. In response, Notre Dame announced they are opting out of all non-CFP […]
Vanderbilt QB Diego Pavia went from Heisman hopeful to social media controversy after his post-ceremony behavior drew major backlash. Despite a historic 10-win season and 189 first-place votes, Pavia lost the Heisman to Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza. In response, Pavia was seen in a viral nightclub video flipping off the voters and shouting “F Indiana.” Critics […]
The 2025 NFL Thanksgiving slate is set with three key matchups: Lions vs. Packers, Cowboys vs. Chiefs, and Ravens vs. Bengals. The Detroit Lions are finally worthy of the holiday spotlight after years of underwhelming performances, and they’re looking for revenge against Green Bay following a Week 1 loss. Meanwhile, the Cowboys and Chiefs face […]
Former NBA player Maurice Taylor joins The Fumble for a wide-ranging interview that covers his basketball journey from Detroit to the University of Michigan, his NBA career, and the fallout from Michigan’s infamous booster scandal. Taylor reflects on the cultural impact of the Fab Five and his own generation at Michigan, arguing that their contributions […]