First Take

First Take resumes with more on the CFP! Coming off a major upset of Ohio State, do you believe Miami can win the whole dang thing? (0:00) Then, Dan Campbell has a full offseason to figure out what went wrong this year in the Motor City. How can the Lions bounce back? (13:40) Next, RC gives his list of 5 players who will take over the NFL in 2026! (22:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with shock and awe in college football as Miami took down Ohio State. Should we blame Ryan Day for bad play calling, or praise Miami for great defense? (0:00) Then, more on Ohio State blowing it. What does their loss say about the Big Ten. (24:10) Next, we hand out NFL superlatives! (42:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with a QB debate for the ages! Both Super Bowl Winners. Both members of stacked offenses. Would you rather have Stafford or Hurts in the playoffs? (0:00) Then, Josh Pate joins to talk everything CFP. (15:40) Next, Mad Dog is MAD about Sandy Koufax erasure, the NFL's weak schedule, and New Year's Eve Times Square goers! (26:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with (potential) future on-air personality Mike Tomlin! Is a rebuild on the horizon for the Steelers if they lose on Sunday? (0:00) Then, Desmond Howard gives Miami the formula to upset Ohio State! (25:05) Next, we hand out NFL New Year's Awards! (38:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with flawed NFC contenders. (0:00) Then, which team has the best chance to pull off a CFP Quarterfinals upset? (13:40) Next, Jason McCourty lists his top 5 NFL teams. (24:00) Finally, the AFC North Title is on the line in week 18. It's another Harbaugh-Tomlin showdown, but this edition comes with higher stakes... (31:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices