Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul

Sports media veteran Max Kellerman and super-agent Rich Paul discuss the most pressing topics in sports and culture.

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January 23, 2026 68 mins
The show starts with Max and Rich not together for the first time! Where are they?? The guys give more of their thoughts on this week’s story about the Buss family (5:19), after a few days to really digest it. Rich also found himself in the news this week concerning Anthony Davis, but he tells you why you shouldn’t listen to all that (16:59). Then, they gotta move on cause it’s conference championship weekend (31:08)! Max antagoniz...
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After a quick travel talk, Rich wants to start today with the “Truth About the Youth” (6:17), and discuss what’s going on with youth sports in America. Max wants to know whether this relates at all to the Jonathan Kuminga situation, especially in light of GM Mike Dunleavy’s latest comments. Next, how do the guys feel about MLB possibly implementing a salary cap in baseball (32:13), and why is Max’s reaction to the College Football ...
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After a tribute to MLK to start the show, Max unveils his theory about Goodest vs. Greatest (4:28) and how it pertains to Josh Allen, Matthew Stafford, Caleb Williams, and even Muhammad Ali! After a full football review, the guys talk about the state of the Knicks and Lakers (25:10), as well as a breakdown of how the point guard position has evolved in the modern NBA. In closing (51:42), some quick thoughts on the CFP title game, s...
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After a special breakfast delivery, Max starts the show ecstatic about the Giants getting John Harbaugh (9:18)! After he’s done being a fan, it’s time to preview all the matchups this NFL weekend (14:29), including the CFP National Championship on Monday. Next, we turn to Rich’s alter ego, “Podcast Paul,” to find out what’s going on with Jonathan Kuminga (34:21); Max also wants to know what it’s going to take for an American wing t...
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Congratulations are in order for Rich, find out why right at the start of the show (0:05)! Then, the guys discuss the news that Mike Tomlin will not coach the Steelers next year (7:14), as well as the Texans' chances the rest of the way after their performance Monday night. Then, it’s what everyone came to hear: Max and Rich react to the reaction that their hypothetical Austin Reaves trade made on the sports news cycle (23:25). How...
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Game Over begins its Netflix era! After an ode to 'Sesame Street' off the top, Max and Rich start off with what they thought the big difference was between the 49ers and Eagles in San Francisco's win (5:32). Then, who really gets the blame and who really deserves the credit in the Bears' wild win over the Packers (11:03)? As the playoffs progress, Max wants you to stop and think about what it would mean for each of the remaining QB...
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After talking about their ’90s music tastes to start, Max and Rich react to another CFP classic between Miami and Ole Miss (12:50) and look ahead to Oregon-Indiana, featuring a showdown of what could be the top two QBs in the upcoming NFL draft. After a brief discussion about what happened with Demond Williams Jr., the QB at the University of Washington, it’s time to talk through the Trae Young trade (34:24): Were they surprised by...
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January 7, 2026 85 mins
After a brief media discussion to start the show, Max and Rich tackle the firing of John Harbaugh (8:30) and look at it through the lens of their favorite teams who just happen to be in the market for a new head coach. Next, it’s time to talk Trae Young (18:48), and for this, Rich needed the whiteboard to break down what the latest trade news means for all parties involved. And after another incredible performance from LeBron James...
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Game Over has to start with the finish to an incredible game in a classic rivalry (2:37), before moving on to a coaching change in Cleveland. Next, did you see Rich on TV at the Lakers game last night? Max sure did, and he wants to know what Rich and LeBron were talking about (21:18) and what else around the NBA has piqued their interest. Speaking of piqued, Max is big mad about the Giants and has some things to get off his chest (...
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On the first Game Over of 2026, Max had to start with talk of Rich’s Buckeyes (6:17): What went wrong for them, and what went right for Miami? The pair also hit the other CFP games before looking ahead to this weekend’s NFL action (24:00). What game are they most excited for? They also bounce around a few NBA topics, later ending with a master class on sports business, building brands, and marketing from Rich Paul (44:04). Plus: Wh...
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Game Over closes out 2025 by diving into the Nikola Jokic injury: What does it mean for the Nuggets and could it be a blessing in disguise (6:13)? Then, the fellas discuss athletes reaching their potential, particularly in the cases of Cam Reddish and Ben Simmons (18:56). Rich subsequently breaks down the difference in perception when it comes to a player’s journey versus what their ultimate goal may be. Do professional athletes wa...
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Game Over returns from a quick holiday break to tackle Sunday’s games, including a wild one between the Bears and the 49ers (5:01). Max makes his way-too-early Super Bowl pick before discussing whether Josh Allen and Justin Herbert can rally the troops enough to make a deep playoff run. Next, Rich’s Browns make Week 18 a play-in game between Pittsburgh and Baltimore (18:32), and why does Max believe John Mara should recuse himself ...
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On this holiday edition of Game Over (6:15), two major basketball topics force the guys to consider both the greatest players of all time and the greatest players of the present. Up first, we talk about Kobe’s place in history and why opinions of him vary so widely. Next, thoughts on the 2028 U.S. Olympic team and who should be on it (34:05). They then discuss the perils of gift-giving this time of year and preview the buffet of sp...
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Game Over begins this week with a look at the wide-open AFC (2:45). Why is Max so interested in Trevor Lawrence and the Jags? Later, the fellas dig into Knicks players gifting their prize money (26:00), as well as whether there’s any concern about the Rockets, including a surprise phone call to a Klutch client! Lastly, quick thoughts on Paul-Joshua, LeBron’s comments about playing on Christmas, and Rich’s advice on how a sports fan...
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On a loaded Friday edition of Game Over (4:57), the guys start with the Seahawks' dramatic win over the Rams. Is this a turning point for Sam Darnold, and is Seattle the team to beat? Over in the AFC, can Bo Nix help the Broncos become contenders (15:06)? Next, we had to get Rich’s thoughts on a debate online about a potential rivalry between LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony (36:47). Finally, with a jam-packed sports weekend ahead,...
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Today’s show begins with a mea culpa from Max (3:54): The NBA Cup was great! And not just because his Knicks won. Who was the real MVP of the game? Next, the guys talk about the latest details of Chris Paul’s exit from the Clippers (24:45). Is one side more to blame than the other? Lastly, an ode to Terence Crawford (39:22): why Max calls him a GOAT, comparisons to past fighters, and how this made Rich think of his dinner with Bara...
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Max and Rich react to a jam-packed NFL Sunday (4:44), starting with whether or not there’s a changing of the guard happening between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. After that, Rich talks about how he thinks the Chiefs should approach next season, and Max gives his opinion on the teams to beat in each conference. Next, to the hardwood to get the guys' reaction to two Klutch clients going at it (37:57). They also discuss whether the...
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As Game Over finishes out its first week, Max starts by evaluating the Falcons' decision-making (3:24), in contrast with another team that played last night, but in a different league. Then, he and Rich debate the careers of Manu Ginóbili vs. James Harden, before examining the Thunder’s dominance and what it means for the league (24:36). Later, Rich taps into his Ohio roots to discuss two QBs and their status right now: Joe Burrow ...
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The guys start at the whiteboard, where Max breaks the Phillip Rivers news to Rich (0:00). Then, after watching last night’s NBA action, Max wants to know who the best 2-guards in the league are (4:47). The Knicks' victory also prompts a debate about role players vs. stars (30:54). Plus, did Rich need to put his Mr. Bias hat on for Jalen Hurts? What does he think about Austin Reaves’s current situation? And who was he supposed to h...
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On the very first episode of Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, the guys begin by tackling the state of the Kansas City Chiefs (2:22): Is it really over for them? Who’s rising to take their spot? And what does Patrick Mahomes have in common with 2014 LeBron James? Next, let’s cut right to it: What does Rich see when he watches the Lakers (26:55)? And what does he think about the latest Giannis rumors (50:51)? All that, plu...
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