The boys are back for Episode #74 and kick things off by recapping the CFP National Championship, including a spirited discussion over where this Indiana team ranks among the all-time greats and whether they belong in the same breath as 1995 Nebraska, 2001 Miami, and 2019 LSU.

From there, the guys revisit the NFL Divisional Round, sharing reactions and key takeaways before turning their attention to this weekend’s Conference Championship games, breaking them down and giving their picks for each.

Next up is Nailed It, with this being the final week for listeners to qualify for the Super Bowl edition and a potential trip to Vegas.

Then it’s Hot Takes, where Pat opens a debate on whether it’s acceptable to wear jerseys when you’re not actually attending a game. Bill follows by talking about how much he’s enjoying playoff football, especially the Seahawks’ run, and shares a heartfelt reflection on wishing his dad were still around to experience the magic with him.

Bierman then tells a story from the Australian Open about a player who celebrated a bit too early and paid the price, another reminder of the importance of mental toughness in sports.

The episode wraps, as normal, with their fun Top 5 segment, as the hosts share their favorite sports relatives of all time, including Bobby and Brett Hull, Dell, Steph, and Seth Curry, the Alomars, and many more.

It’s another fun episode loaded with sports, laughs, and strong takes from start to finish. Judge accordingly.

The trio kicks things off with an unexpected debate on Disney princesses before diving headfirst into all things NFL. They dust off their preseason predictions from back in August, revisiting division winners, prop bets, and even their Super Bowl picks. Let’s just say…plenty did not age well. From there, it’s a full breakdown of Wild Card Weekend as the guys revisit all six games with their biggest takeaways, then roll straight into previews and picks for each of the four Divisional Round matchups.

But it’s not just the NFL. The crew also breaks down the CFP Championship and locks in their picks for the title game. Then it’s on to Nailed It, with only two weeks left for listeners to qualify for the Super Bowl Finale and a shot at a free Masters Weekend trip to Vegas.

Next up is Hot Takes. Pat gets fired up about the upcoming Winter Olympics and even introduces a few new events to watch, including something called ski mountaineering. Bill can’t hide his excitement over the Brooks Koepka news and his return to the PGA Tour. And Bierman goes full tilt on the NFL for restricting season ticket holders from reselling their tickets when opportunity knocks.

They wrap things up with a fun Top 5, ranking their favorite villains in entertainment history. Names like Keyser Söze, Hannibal Lecter, and 24’s Nina Myers make the list, along with many other iconic baddies.

It’s a supersized, fast-moving episode packed with sports, opinions, and plenty of classic Sandman detours along the way. Settle in, hit play, and enjoy the ride.

The boys return after a two-week hiatus to kick off their first podcast of the new year. They open by talking about things they are very glad no longer exist from the 1980s, then recap their holiday breaks, including Pat squeezing in both a ski trip and a beach trip, Bill enjoying a relaxing staycation in Seattle, and Bierman setting sail on a nine-night Caribbean cruise.

From there, they dive into the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, sharing their reactions, biggest takeaways, and what surprised them most, including the absolute demolition Indiana put on Alabama. They then preview the CFP semifinals and give their predictions for both matchups.

Next up is Nailed It, with all five questions focused on Wild Card Weekend. With only three weeks left to qualify for the Super Bowl finale and a possible trip to Vegas, listeners have a final call to join in on the action.

Then it’s Hot Takes time, and each host starts the year strong. Pat waxes poetic about the wild ending of the Ravens–Steelers game and once again professes his man crush on Mike Tomlin. Bill relives some brutal NFL Survivor heartbreak thanks to the Browns’ last-second field goal against the Bengals. And Bierman fires a shot at the SEC, telling them to stop living in the past as the Big Ten is clearly the superior conference right now. Along the way, the guys also debate the over-aggressiveness of fourth-down decisions and show some love for Michigan’s hire of Kyle Whittingham.

After that, it’s Stone Cold Locks. The boys admit it’s been a tough season, but they’re determined to start 2026 on a high note, highlighted by a unanimous pick this week.

They wrap things up with a fun Top 5, sharing their boldest and wildest sports predictions for 2026, including Max Homa bouncing back to finish this season in the Top 20, the Sonics returning to Seattle as an expansion team, and Gonzaga winning the 2025–26 national title.

It’s the perfect way to start the year. Hit play, lock it in, and make Enter Sandman Sports part of your weekly routine. Consider it your easiest New Year’s resolution.