The WNBA is at a literal turning point. The league is growing faster than its own rules can keep up with.

In today’s episode of Buffed Up Sports, I’m laying out my blueprint to "fix" the WNBA. We’ve seen the record-breaking ratings and the sell-out crowds—now it’s time for the infrastructure to match the talent.

Inside this episode:

The Scheduling Nightmare: It doesn't make sense for four games to be scheduled at the same time.

Expansion Fever: Adding more teams means more opportunity and more fans.

Taking Care of the Players: Making sure they are financially taken care of but also feel that their voices are heard.

Elevating the Commentary: More panel shows and stop with the dry and boring commentary.

Embracing the New Era: Start leaning into the rivalries and the star power that is driving this increase in money.

As much as these are key things to fix, the first priority is making sure we have a 2026 season!

What is the ONE thing you would fix about the WNBA today? Is it the refs, the roster spots, or the broadcast? Let me know in the comments! 🗣️👇

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The NBA world just got rocked by the Shams bomb: Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially ready for a new home. With the Milwaukee Bucks struggling and the February 5th trade deadline looming, the biggest question in the 313 is: Should the Detroit Pistons go all-in for the Greek Freak?In today’s episode of Buffed Up Sports, we are breaking down a potential blockbuster that would change the landscape of the NBA. The Pistons are currently sitting at the top of the Eastern Conference. But when a generational, two-time MVP becomes available, you have to at least pick up the phone, right?Drop your trade packages in the comments! Would you give up the young core for Giannis, or are you riding with this current squad? 🗣️👇

Is history repeating itself at Comerica Park?

Right now, every Tigers fan is on edge. With Tarik Skubal entering his final year of team control and a massive $13 million gap in arbitration filing, the "hesitancy" from the front office feels all too familiar. We have a generational, two-time Cy Young winner in his prime, and the clock is ticking.

But as much as the Skubal situation keeps us up at night, is it really the biggest "What If" in franchise history?

In today’s episode of Buffed Up Sports, I’m going back to the era that still haunts Detroit. We’re talking about the 2011–2014 stretch—a time when our rotation featured Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer, Rick Porcello, David Price and Anibal Sanchez, with Miguel Cabrera winning Triple Crowns at the plate.

What is your biggest Tigers "What If"? Is it the Skubal contract, the 2013 bullpen, or something else entirely? Let’s get into it in the comments.

he Detroit Pistons are sitting at the top of the Eastern Conference, but one major question is looming over Little Caesars Arena: What is going on with Jaden Ivey?After battling back from a devastating injury—Ivey is finally back on the floor. But after facing a minutes restricted and his stats hitting career lows, fans are divided. Is Jaden Ivey "broken," or does he just need the right "fix" to return to his explosive self?Let’s talk in the comments: Are you still a believer in Ivey, or is it time to move on while his value is high? Connect with Buffed Up Sports* TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rjhunt36?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rj_hunt36/ * Twitter/X: https://x.com/RJ_Hunt36 * Website: https://buffedupsports.com/

In this episode of Buffed Up Sports, I am diving into the heavy debate surrounding NFL playoff seeding. The Detroit Lions finished the season at 9-8, a winning record, yet we’re watching teams with losing records host home playoff games. It’s a tough pill to swallow, and it’s time to talk about changing the system.

I reflect on the frustration of the Lions missing the playoffs. I break down why the NFL needs to move away from seeding by division winners and move toward seeding by record. And I give my Wild Card Weekend predictions.

What do you think? Should the NFL reward the best records with home-field advantage, or is the division rivalry too important to change? Let me know your Wild Card picks in the comments!

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Chapter markers:

0:00 - Heartbroken about the Lions missing the playoffs

01:44 - My problem with the NFL Playoffs bracket

04:40 - My solution to fix the NFL Playoffs bracket

08:14 - Wild Card Weekend predictions

Welcome to the 2025 Buffed Up Sports Award Show! We are kicking off the new year by looking back at an absolutely entertaining 2025. From the Detroit sports shockers to the crowning of a WNBA dynasty and some of the biggest moments in the ring, we’re handing out awards for the highlights, the lowlights, and everything in between.

We also dive into 2026 New Year’s Resolutions for your favorite teams and sports. Will this be the year a Detroit team finally takes it all?

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01:51 - Rookie of the year

04:13 - Boxer of the year

05:27 - WNBA player of the year

06:42 - WWE moment of the year

08:35 - Episode of the year

12:16 - Lifetime Achievement Award

15:16 - Bummer of the year

17:00 - Game of the year

17:45 - Record Breaking Performance of the year

19:32 - Fight of the year/performance of the year

22:19 - Apology of the year

22:40 - GM of the year

23:13 - Fans of the year

27:01 - Coach of the year

27:55 - Player of the year

28:55 - Team of the year

29:07 - Moment of the year

30:35 New Year’s Resolutions

Ever thought about starting your own sports podcast but didn't know where to begin? In this video, we're breaking down my entire journey—the good, the bad, and the gear—from having an idea to launching Buffed Up Sports! This video talks about:

What motivated me to start a podcast and how I stay motivated

The steps it took for me to find my niche and to stand out

How I went about what equipment to use

Recording and editing strategies

Getting the podcast on different platforms

Life lessons that came with working on the podcast

So many people was pivotal to the podcast being what it is today and I did my best to not forget anyone!

If I can do it, you can do it. Use this as your step-by-step guide to finally start that podcast you’ve been dreaming about!

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The Detroit Pistons are suddenly the hottest team in the league! They are stringing together wins and finding those gritty, late-game performances we've been waiting for. But what's the biggest difference?

I TOLD YOU SO! Back when no one was talking about him, I said Daniss Jenkins was the real deal—and now he's proving it! In this video, we break down Jenkins' impact on the team, his clutch play, and the incredible run the Pistons are on.

Do you agree that Daniss Jenkins is the answer? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

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