Join Kyle and Greg on this nostalgic episode of the Old Glory Games Podcast as they dive deep into the world of fantasy football! From hilarious mishaps like accidentally dropping Peyton Manning to epic championship wins and trash-talking drafts, the duo shares their 20+ years of experiences, strategies, and memories. They discuss how fantasy has boosted NFL viewership, evolving trends in drafting (like de-emphasizing quarterbacks), waiver wire tips, and even winning leagues without watching games. Whether you're a seasoned commissioner or a casual player, this fun, insightful chat will reignite your love for the game. Perfect for football fans reminiscing about pre-woke NFL days!

01:16:29 - Introduction to the Podcast

01:17:44 - Greg's Favorite Fantasy Memory

01:19:27 - Dropping Peyton Manning Mistake

01:21:15 - Fun Times and Trash Talk

01:22:13 - Building Friendship Through Fantasy

01:22:58 - Popularity Stats of Fantasy Football

01:23:24 - Increasing NFL Viewership

01:24:49 - Red Zone and Sunday Ticket Tools

01:26:56 - Changes in NFL Product

01:27:00 - Trends Over the Years

01:28:20 - De-emphasis on Quarterbacks

01:29:10 - Justin Tucker Kicker Story

01:31:01 - Importance of Waiver Wire

01:32:46 - Stashing Players Strategy

01:33:15 - Keeper Leagues

01:35:27 - Winning Championships Without Watching

01:36:41 - Kyle's Excess Efforts as Commissioner

01:39:12 - Kyle's Championships and Losses

01:42:02 - Matt Flynn Legendary Game

01:47:31 - Individual Defensive Players Explanation

01:50:58 - Differences Now vs Then

01:52:26 - Current Draft Strategy Advice

01:54:20 - Modern Trends in Positions

01:58:58 - Two Quarterbacks Loophole

02:02:04 - Trading Strategies

02:05:00 - Fantasy Keeping NFL Interest

02:06:50 - NFL Future with Fantasy

02:09:43 - Research with Magazines

02:17:20 - More Draft Memories

02:19:23 - Wrapping Up Friendship

02:21:27 - Outro and Thanks

Kyle and Greg break down the wild world of college sports in the NIL era — and ask the hard question: is the soul of college athletics gone for good?

From the billion-dollar boom in athlete endorsements to the chaos of the transfer portal, college sports are starting to look more like a minor league system than a proving ground for student-athletes. The guys walk through the real-world consequences of letting 18-year-olds chase six-figure deals, and why legendary coaches are walking away from the game they once loved.

They cover the origin story of NIL — from the Ed O’Bannon lawsuit to the NCAA's complete loss of control — and show how it’s shifted the values of the sport. What used to be about team loyalty, hard work, and long-term development has turned into free agency and flash.

You’ll also hear:

How NIL is expected to top $2.2 billion by 2025

Why financial literacy and accountability are more important than ever

The toll on mid-major programs and locker room chemistry

The ripple effects on fans, rivalries, and what it means to wear the jersey

This is a real talk episode that doesn’t hold back on what’s broken — and what might be worth saving.

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00:00 Introduction – NIL and the Seismic Shift in College Sports

01:52 The Ed O’Bannon Lawsuit and How NIL Began

04:03 2025 Projections: $2.2 Billion in NIL Payouts

06:46 How NIL Is Rewriting Athlete Motivation

08:41 Why Legendary Coaches Are Walking Away

10:56 Integrity of the College Game – Is It Gone?

13:10 The Problem with Giving 18-Year-Olds Six-Figure Deals

16:25 Financial Literacy and Life Skills: What’s Missing

20:04 NIL Hypocrisy: From Rulebook Legalism to Flashing Cash

24:51 NIL + Transfer Portal = Collapse of Team Culture

26:57 Transfer Portal Chaos and the Rise of Semi-Pro College Football

33:06 Four Schools in Four Years: The Free Agency Effect

40:02 Mid-Majors Are Getting Gutted by the Portal

45:52 NIL, Transfer Portal & Mental Health Risks

1:00:04 Winning vs. Money – What College Athletes Value Now

1:06:58 Outro – Can College Sports Be Saved?

Link: 1st NIL podcast https://youtu.be/ESLo7_IjR8c

Boxing fans… buckle up. Kyle and Greg dig deep into the rise of modern exhibition fights and why they’re destroying the sport we love. From Floyd Mayweather cash‑grabs to Jake Paul’s circus productions, today’s boxing scene looks nothing like the days of Ali, Foreman, Frazier, Tyson, and Sugar Ray.

This episode breaks down:
– How exhibitions used to be — fun, skill‑focused showcases during boxing’s golden era
– Why today’s exhibitions are pure money plays backed by social media hype
– The role of Floyd Mayweather in ducking real competition and normalizing “safe” matchmaking
– Jake Paul’s impact on boxing credibility and wrestling‑style “worked fights”
– The Tyson/Jake Paul fight and the speculation surrounding the contract and payouts
– Why real classics like Crawford vs. Canelo get ignored while clown events go viral
– What it will take to fix boxing and bring legitimacy back for the next generation

If you grew up watching heavyweight title fights on free TV — if you remember Ali vs. Spinks, Tyson vs. Holyfield, Foreman’s comeback — this episode will hit home. Boxing used to be the heartbeat of combat sports… and now it’s fighting for its life.