The Right Time with Bomani Jones

The Right Time with Bomani Jones

Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on 4 times a week.

Episodes

January 21, 2026 58 mins
Nick Wright of FS1's "First Things First" joins Bomani Jones.  First, they discuss the upcoming matchup between the Seattle Seahawks & the Los Angeles Rams & break down Matt Stafford's bizarre career.  Later, they react to Josh Allen's disappointing playoff game against the Broncos, the lack of criticism of him from the media, and where the Bills go from here.  Finally, they discuss the possibility of Bill Belichick coaching the Bi...
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In this episode of "The Right Time," Bomani Jones engages in a deep conversation with Howard Bryant about his new book, "Kings and Pawns," which explores the intertwined lives of Jackie Robinson and Paul Robeson. The discussion highlights the historical significance of both figures, particularly focusing on Robinson's testimony against Robeson before the House Un-American Activities Committee in 1949. Bryant emphasizes the erasure ...
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Bomani Jones starts off the show by reacting to the Bills shocking loss to the Denver Broncos, which ultimately lead to them firing head coach Sean McDermott. He discusses the up-and-down play of Josh Allen and why the media continues to defend him despite his shortcomings. Later, he reacts to the Rams beating the Chicago Bears and what it means for both Matthew Stafford & Caleb Williams. Finally, he reacts to CJ Stroud's awful ...
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Bomani Jones is joined by FS1's Danny Parkins. First, they discuss Caleb Williams' ceiling after his performance against the Green Bay Packers and his matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Later, they break down Josh Allen's opportunity to become the face of the NFL if he can win the Super Bowl this season. Finally, they react to the Giants hiring John Harbaugh and debate whether or not the move makes sense. Learn more about your...
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In this episode, Bomani Jones and Charles McDonald discuss Mike Tomlin's departure from the Pittsburgh Steelers and the implications for the team's future. Later, they break down Rich Paul's bizarre podcast and what he might benefit from it. Finally, they debate whether Nick Sirriani is actually a good coach, who the Falcons will hire, & if Brian Flores will get another NFL coaching job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
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On this episode of Time Machine Tuesday, Spencer Hall & Bomani Jones remember Cam Newton's insane 2010 season at Auburn.  First, they discuss the origin of the legend of Cam Newton, beginning as a backup at Florida & Blinn College.  Later, they discuss him running through the LSU, including his legendary run against LSU & the allegations of Mississippi State offering him $180,000.  Finally,  they remember his win over Alabama in th...
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Bomani Jones starts off the Show by reacting to the Eagles embarrassing loss to the 49ers & Josh Allen leading the Bills over the Jaguars. Later, he discusses the Matt LaFleur & John Harbaugh coaching rumors & debates whether hiring Harbaugh would be a good idea. Later, he reacts to the ICE shooting in Minnesota and the one piece everyone is missing with that tragedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
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Domonique Foxworth joins Bomani Jones to discuss everything going on in the NFL. First, they discuss the Ravens' firing of John Harbaugh and what his next move should be. Later, they react to the breaking news that the Dolphins fired Mike McDaniel and break down what went wrong in Miami. Finally, they preview what is on the line for teams in the NFL Wildcard round, and hilarity ensues from there. Learn more about your ad choices...
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Steven Godfrey of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones to break down everything going on in College Football. First, they break down the chaos in the transfer portal and how the sport has improved and declined over the years. Later, they discuss the Lane Kiffin-LSU relationship, whether it will work, and how Nick Saban influenced Kiffin's decision. Finally, they reflect on the culture of Ole Miss and how it has and has not changed. L...
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In the first-ever edition of Time Machine Tuesday, Joel Anderson joins Bomani Jones to discuss the 2006 Rose Bowl, where Texas Beat USC 41-38. First, they break down how USC became the dominant program of the early 2000s and why Reggie Bush might be the most famous college football player ever. Later, they examine the origins of Vince Young and his historic run culminating in a national championship. Finally, they explain why ne...
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Bomani Jones starts the show by breaking down the insane game between the Baltimore Ravens & the Pittsburgh Steelers & why Lamar Jackson & John Harbaugh need to go their separate ways. Later, he reacts to Pete Carroll, Kevin Stefanski & Raheem Morris being fired, and to why teams might not have better options. Finally, he reacts to the madness happening in the transfer portal, Indiana's beatdown of Alabama in the Rose Bowl & much...
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The Ringer's Diante Lee joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down Tua Tagovailoa's benching by the Miami Dolphins and where both teams go from here. Later, they discuss Joe Burrow's recent comments and explain why the Cincinnati Bengals will never move off him. Finally, they talk about the pressure on Josh Allen heading into this postseason, a jam-packed slate of week 16 NFL action and the tough decision facing college QBs in t...
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Tom Haberstroh of Yahoo Sports joins Bomani Jones. First, they react to the New York Knicks' victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup Final and discuss why the in-season tournament has been a success for the league. Later, they break down the NBA's injury epidemic amongst its star players and how it can be fixed. Finally, they discuss if the Golden State Warriors are letting down Steph Curry and if LeBron James & the La...
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The Athletic's Jason Goff joins Bomani Jones. First, they break down everything going on with this Sherrone Moore situation and how a "lack of mentorship" could have led to his issues. Later, they react to the news that Phillip Rivers will start another game and to the fact that the Indianapolis Colts must hate the other QBs on their roster. Finally, they discuss Caleb Williams recent excellent play, a league wide quarterback is...
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Bomani Jones reacts to Patrick Mahomes ending his season with a torn ACL and discusses what is next for the Kansas City Chiefs. Later, he breaks down everything going on with Sherrone Moore & Michigan and wonders where they both go from here. Finally, he reacts to Phillip Rivers' comeback for the Colts, the Rams big win over the Detroit Lions, Kalen DeBeor saying he is staying at Alabama and much more! Learn more about your ad ...
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Bomani Jones is joined by Alexandra Stapleton, director of "Sean Combs: The Reckoning." First, they discuss 50 Cent's involvement in the documentary and how he helped bring this story to life. Later, they break down the rise of Diddy and Bad Boy Records and how that helped to mold the "Diddy" persona. Finally, Bomani reacts to the possibility that Diddy was involved in Tupac's tragic shooting and breaks down what the documentary ...
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Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the College Football Playoff committee and the mistakes they have made along the way. Later, they break down Notre Dame's decision to skip a bowl game and whether or not they will attempt to disrupt college football's postseason structure. Finally, they react to Lane Kiffin sending his LSU staff back to Ole Miss to coach in the College Football Playoff and t...
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Bomani Jones is joined by Danny Parkins of FS1's "First Things First". They start the show by reacting to the Eagles overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers and discuss why Jalen Hurts is the most confusing quarterback in the NFL. Later, they discuss Shedeur Sanders being named the Browns' starting quarterback for the rest of the season and consider why he is such a polarizing topic. Finally, they react to the news of Phillip R...
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Bomani Jones starts the show by reacting to the Kansas City Chiefs losing to the Houston Texans in a topsy-turvy AFC. Later, he reacts to Notre Dame being left out of the College Football Playoff and explains why the whole system was broken from the start. Finally, he breaks down Shedeur Sanders' best performance of the season and discusses the incredible Sean Combs documentary on Netflix. 01:00 - Chiefs lose to Texans 21:12 ...
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ESPN's Domonique Foxworth joins Bomani Jones. First, they discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers and whether this will be Mike Tomlin's final year as their coach. Later, they break down the noise surrounding Shedeur Sanders & whether the Milwaukee Bucks will trade Giannis. Finally, they discuss if the Kansas City Chiefs can turn their season around with a win over the Houston Texans. 05:50 - Is Mike Tomlin on the hot seat? 25:05 - S...
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