First Take

Updated: 19 Dec 2024 • 845 episodes
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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

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19 Dec 2024 • EN

Hour 2: All The Rave

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

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19 Dec 2024 • EN

Hour 1: The Real MVP

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.

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18 Dec 2024 • EN

Hour 2: Playoff Payoff

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

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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

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17 Dec 2024 • EN

Hour 2: Chiefs Concerns?

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe discuss the biggest obstacle standing in the Bills' way of reaching the Super Bowl. They also react to Marcus "Swagu" Spears' comments on how the Chiefs should handle Patrick Mahomes' injury this past Sunday. The crew talks about Ravens wide receiver Diontae Johnson being excused fro

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17 Dec 2024 • EN

Hour 1: Viking Age

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe react to the Vikings win and debate whether the Vikings are a legit Super Bowl contender. The guys discuss whether or not they are concerned for the Detroit Lions and which NFL team needs the number one seed the most. The crew reacts to Conor McGrego

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