First Take
First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
Episodes
November 26, 2025 • 46 mins
First Take resumes with Kimberly Martin discussing Jerry Jones preseason and trade deadline moves. Did they pay off?
WWE icon Paul Heyman joins to preview the Survivor Series: WarGames matches, happening Saturday at 7PM ET on the ESPN app.
Mad Dog is MAD about the Colts OT decision, the Thanksgiving football slate???, and Stephen A skipping work.
Coming off his first NFL win, Shedeur Sanders is expected to start again a...
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November 26, 2025 • 48 mins
First Take begins with Doggy Wednesdays! Mad Dog is back to tell us whether Mahomes or Prescott have more pressure to win on Thanksgiving day.
Paul Finebaum joins to talk about Lane Kiffin. Doggy and Stephen A. can't see eye to eye on his decision making process as numerous SEC teams target him for their head coach openings.
Our Thanksgiving nightcap sees Burrow return for a pivotal AFC North matchup against Lamar and the R...
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November 25, 2025 • 49 mins
First Take resumes with a heated debate over who would gain more from winning a second Super Bowl: Matthew Stafford or Jalen Hurts.
The Lions, Texans and Panthers are just a few of the many teams in the playoff hunt right now. Which squad is the scariest?
Stephen A. gives us his top 5 teams after week 12. CC counters with his list. Chaos erupts.
The Bills and Steelers seemed like playoff locks after getting off to blazin...
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November 25, 2025 • 44 mins
First Take begins with the 49ers winning despite Brock Purdy's 3 interceptions. Sitting at 8-4 and 3rd in their division, are they really NFC contenders?
Jeff and CC head to the board to check on the Cowboys playoff chances with a win vs. a loss to the Chiefs on Thanksgiving.
CC tells us which NFL teams he can and can't trust.
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November 24, 2025 • 48 mins
First Take resumes with a Mahomes miracle. The Chiefs saved their season with a double digit fourth quarter comeback against the Colts. Are we more impressed with Mahomes Magic, or nervous about a Dimes Disintegration?
Dak led the Cowboys to a massive win over the Eagles, but was it even more? Was this a win that will define his career?
The Vikings chose J.J. McCarthy over Sam Darnold. Massive Mistake, or too early to tell?
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November 24, 2025 • 46 mins
First Take begins with Greeny victory lapping his Cowboys take! Stephen A. finally bows his head in defeat... for a few minutes. He can't compliment the Cowboys for too long. Hear what he thinks will happen to them on Thanksgiving against the Chiefs.
Shedeur Sanders earned his first NFL win, but Coach Stefanski won't commit to him as his starter going forward. Stephen A. asks our panel full of former NFL pros why the Browns wou...
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November 21, 2025 • 46 mins
First Take resumes with Jalen Hurts win-loss record over the past two seasons: 24-5. Why do we criticize him so much?
Are you more excited to watch Shedeur Sanders makes his first start, or the Cowboys attempt to take down their dominant division rival?
Tyrese Maxey dropped 54 points vs the Bucks, becoming one of 21 players all time with at least three career 50/5/5 games. Stephen A. is impressed with his game!
Joe Forten...
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November 21, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take kicks off with a loss for the Bills at the hands of an elite Texans defense. Are you more encouraged by the Texans, or concerned with the Bills?
We react to A.J. Brown's newest comments. This time, he went after after Saquon!
Shedeur Sanders makes his first start against the Raiders on Sunday. Why does Stephen A. think this is a make or break start for the 5th round rookie?
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November 20, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take resumes with game picks for Eagles vs. Cowboys.
Bethune-Cookman University athletic director, basketball head coach, and NBA legend Reggie Theus joins to tell us about his coaching journey and what makes BCU so special!
BCU students get their shot to ask the crew some sports and life questions!
Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor stick around to tell us if rivalries are better in college football or The NFL.
Lear...
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November 20, 2025 • 46 mins
First Take is live from Bethune-Cookman University and the students are HYPED!!! Stephen A. makes them even crazier with his Jalen Hurts take. Does he deserve blame for the Eagles internal issues?
Cam called Drake Maye and the Patriots "fools gold," and Maye responded. Now, it's Cam's turn to clap back!
Florida legends Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder join to talk about Shedeur Sanders!
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November 19, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take resumes with the crew discussing what Dak must do to lead the Cowboys to the playoffs.
Shedeur Sanders makes his first start against the Raiders on Sunday. Swagu TEES OFF on Doggy for his Browns take.
Mad Dog is MAD about 4th down decisions, JaMarr Chase's appeal, and Cam Skattebo's WWE fight.
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November 19, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take begins with a week 12 lookahead. Shae, Mad Dog, Swagu, and Stephen A. look at the Cowboys playoff path. Also, what's more likely: Chiefs miss the playoffs or reach the Super Bowl?
LeBron dished out 12 assists in his season debut. What's the Lakers ceiling this season?
Finebaum joins to explain Notre Dame's unusual ranking and SEC bias.
Stephen A. and Swagu go at it over Aaron Rodgers. Can the Steelers beat the ...
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November 18, 2025 • 49 mins
First Take resumes with Jeff eviscerating the Browns over their handling of Shedeur Sanders.
Dominik Mysterio joins to talk about Survivor Series!
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November 18, 2025 • 44 mins
First Take begins with Stephen A. telling us if the Cowboys destroying the Raiders is significant, and a surprise guest joins to debate him.
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November 17, 2025 • 48 mins
Hour 2 begins with Sam Darnold's shaky performance in another big time game. Hear why DanO is livid with Stephen A.'s opinion on star QBs
6 TD Josh - The Bills smoked the Bucs off of Josh Allen's 6 TDs, but Cam needs to see them perform on the road before he calls them Super Bowl contenders.
Shedeur's Dud - Why was Shedeur unprepared? Cam thinks the Browns are sabotaging him!
J.J. Can't Hack It - Hear which Viking Stephen...
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November 17, 2025 • 46 mins
First Take begins with reaction to the PI call that swung Sunday Night's brawl between the Eagles and Lions. Could the Lions really miss the playoffs?
Spitgate - The crew reacts to video showing Ja'Marr Chase spitting on Jalen Ramsey. How long should he be suspended?
The Time is Now! - John Cena joins to discuss his final match at MSG Monday night.
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November 14, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take resumes with Cam all in on the Lions exposing the Eagles on Sunday night. RC supports the defending champs.
RC is PUMPED for Arch Manning to pick apart a feisty Georgia defense. Will he have a legacy game?
Seahawks vs. Rams - Does this game determine the best team in the NFC, or NFL? RC ROASTS Cam for his shocking take.
Joe'$ Be$t Bet$ - Are you tailing or fading Fortenbaugh this weekend? Find out who he likes ...
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November 14, 2025 • 47 mins
First Take begins with Drake Maye MVP chants after his 8th straight win, but Cam and Stephen A. say the Pats are fraudulent. Are you taking the Pats or Colts?
Chiefs vs. Broncos - Mahomes and Nix battle in a matchup that will go a long way in deciding the AFC West. Which team needs this win more?
Bear Down - The Bears have handled the bad teams, and struggled with the good ones. Do we know if they're good yet?
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November 13, 2025 • 46 mins
Hour 2 kicks off with the surging Patriots. Who's more responsible for their bounce back season: Drake Maye or Mike Vrabel?
Eagles Drama - Dan and RC talk about A.J. Brown's season of struggles, and how hard it is being the leader of a successful team.
Dan's List - Mina is APPALLED. RC walks off set. What is it about Dan's top 5 QBs drafted since 2020 that causes this reaction?
Darnold Palmer - Half gunslinger, half ghos...
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November 13, 2025 • 48 mins
First Take begins with A.J. Brown's most recent comments about his lack of production. Then, a heated debate over the Packers offense.
Bucs vs. Bills - Are you higher on Baker or Josh right now? RC HATES Dan's cop out answer.
Chiefs vs. Broncos - Do the Chiefs need a win more than any other team right now? Dan tells us why they might miss the playoffs with a loss this week.
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