First Take

Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Chris Canty debate whether the Chiefs need the #1 seed to reach the Super Bowl. They also discuss whether the Cowboys should rebuild their roster or stick with the current roster for next season. Desmond Howard joins the show to preview the College Football Playoff games this weekend.

Stephen A. Smith, Cam Newton, and Chris Canty debate whether or not the Chargers can compete against elite AFC teams. The crew also discuss which quarterback's performance is more crucial in the upcoming Saturday matchup between Russell Wilson and Lamar Jackson. EJ Manuel joins the show to discuss Georgia's title hopes

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky, Mina Kimes, and Kimberley A. Martin debate if the Ravens can still be considered a Super Bowl threat if they lose to the Steelers this week. The crew debates who will secure the 1 seed in the AFC: the Bills or the Chiefs? Plus, the guys tell us which team is most likely

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky and Jason McCourty debate whether it's too soon to coin Josh Allen the MVP. The guys share their predicts for Lamar and Russ' AFC North matchup this weekend. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show for Stephen A's infamous 'What Do You Say Stephen A' segment.

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith presents this week's edition of his "A-List" of the top 5 teams in the NFL to Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jeff Saturday, and Kimberley A. Martin. Paul Finebaum joins the show with his picks ahead of this weekend's College Football Playoff action. It's Wednesday so you know what that means-M

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Jeff Saturday react to Michael Penix Jr. being named the Falcons starting QB and whether Cousins or Rodgers is more likely to start in 2025. The guys discuss if Mahomes should play on Saturday. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show to deba