THE IAN FURNESS SHOW PRESENTED BY SNOQUALMIE CASINO, SEATTLE’S CLOSET SPORTSBOOK
THE IAN FURNESS SHOW PRESENTED BY SNOQUALMIE CASINO, SEATTLE’S CLOSET SPORTSBOOK
The Seahawks play in the biggest game of the regular season tonight as they host the Rams - when was the last time they played in a regular season game this big? Ian believes that the loser of tonight's game remains a contender for the Super Bowl. Greg Cosell, NFL Films joins Ian to preview tonight's massive game. He also breaks down their close win over the Colts, Sam Darnold's performance and what stalled the offense in that game. We check in on the Kraken in the Daily Power Play! Brandon Funston, The Athletic kicks off the final unofficial start of the weekend as the fantasy football playoffs are ON! He answers your questions in order to win your league. We check the text and finally, talk to Softy.
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The Seahawks take on the Rams tomorrow night in the biggest game of the season - for both teams. Gregg breaks down the postseason potential matchups. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic joins Gregg to react to WSU hiring Kirby Moore, the latest with Sherrone Moore, where Jedd Fisch would rank among Michigan interest and previews the CFP. Plus, how much longer will the Army Navy game be a stand alone Saturday game and could we see a shift in the CFB schedule to curtail the transfer portal craziness before the season is even over? Farjan Laiji, TSN joins Gregg to react to the Kraken postgame fiasco last night and what to make of it. He also previews the Rams vs. Seahawks matchup tomorrow night, as well as the CFP. Mike Holmgren joins Gregg to discuss how he would coach in a game expecting such strong wind. He says it absolutely affects the game plan. Coach also tells us he thinks tomorrow night comes down to a single field goal between the Rams and Seahawks. We check the texts and talk to Softy!
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Gregg Bell is in for Ian! Gregg and Jess are back together after the Army Navy game and recount that experience. Gregg thinks the Rams have been holding Davante Adams out of practice so they can have him a full-go on Thursday night against the Seahawks. Gregg says the secret sauce for Seattle is Nick Emmanwori. Gregg also gives observations of the game on Sunday, some of which may have gone unnoticed. Jorge Sedano, ESPN LA joins us to give some insight on the "NBA Cup", previews the Seahawks Thursday night game against the Rams and tells us what he thinks LA should do with Davante Adams, considering his hamstring injury. The Daily Power Play! Mike Benton joins Gregg to talk Kraken, what's gone wrong of late and what they need to do to make things right. John Lund, Unleashed! John tells Gregg just how the Niners continue to make things happen, despite the Band-Aids and bubble gum with which they're holding things together. He gives a high level look at the NFC West as the Seahawks prepare for the Rams this Thursday. He also gives his perspective, in the only way he can, on Thursday night's upcoming game. Julian Love spoke with Gregg and other members of the media yesterday - we take a listen. Crosstalk with Softy!
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Hardcore Football with Hugh Millen! Hugh doesn't like any negative rhetoric around the Seahawks team right now, considering some numbers he has that proves they're a dang good football team. Might have been a lousy game, but they won and it's time to move on. He also acknowledges that the Rams have the right to be called the best team in the NFL right now. He also says it's pretty easy to spot the flaws Seattle has to fix and it starts with the offensive line. Hugh continues with us to break down Sam Darnold's performance and just how important it is to get the O-Line right before the next game. The Daily Power Play! Brandon Montour joins Ian to give him a high-level view of the Kraken season, as they've had a rough go of late. He also discusses his time here in Seattle, how this season is different due to him having been here for longer and what the team needs to do to move forward. Mike Sando, The Athletic takes Ian on a trip around the NFL, which includes the devastating injuries we saw with Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes. He goes through his playoff calculator and tells us who has the edge heading down the home stretch. Jason Botterill, Kraken GM joins Ian to address the recent struggles the team has faced and what the team is thinking in the trade market. He also talks about the landscape of the market and what challenges the parity in the market creates. How much communication happens between teams throughout the season? Finally, an evaluation of Shane Wright and the goalies and what Berkly Catton's future holds. Finally, we walk to Softy.
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Gregg and Jessamyn are live from radio row for tomorrow's Army Navy game! Army Superintendent General Steven Gilland joins the show to discuss how special this game is for the cadets participating. Mike Mayock, Former NFL Executive sits down to discuss the historic Army Navy game, his experience attending, his military connections and the state of college football as well. Nate Boyer, former Seahawk and Green Beret joins Gregg and Jessamyn to talk about the game, his path to football, his time in Seattle and his crossover between football and the military. A state of emergency has been declared for Washington amongst the flooding and Gregg and Jess acknowledge the devastation, while telling people how they can help. There are some intense traditions tied to the Army Navy game and Gregg shares some stories of his time at West Point. Annie Agar who is best known for her posts about college football and the NFL, tells us about her experience covering college football and how her career took off via social media. BREAKING: Washington State to hire Kirby Moore as their next head coach. Kyle Whittingham steps down at Utah. Brian Jones, CBS Sports joins the show to react to this news, break down what to expect in tomorrow's game and discuss what's broken in college football. More reaction to the college football news we're seeing across the country, mostly at Washington State. We let you know all we can as we're learning more about what's going on at Washington State. Gregg want to know what Kirby Moore said to President Cantwell to convince her, not only that he's the guy, but that he'll stay. Army Athletic Director, Tom Theodorakis tells Gregg and Jessamyn about his first year on the job, what the game means to him and why it's so special amongst the rest of college football. Crosstalk with Softy!
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Ian gives his thoughts about the flooding in the region and on the Sherrone Moore situation. Corbin Smith from Emerald City Spectrum joins the show to talk about Phillip Rivers possibly starting for the Colts on Sunday, and more! The Daily Power Play after a big Kraken win last night. Brandon Funston from the Athletic joins to answer your fantasy football questions before the first round of the fantasy playoffs. The Dumbest Thing you'll hear today. Softy joins for cross talk.
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Stewart Mandel, of The Athletic joins Ian to give his assessment of the college football playoff rankings, those who opted out of bowl games and the Washington State head coaching search. Luke Falk, Former WSU and NFL QB tells Ian why he's gunning for the Washington State head coaching job, what it takes and why he believes he's the right fit. BREAKING: Sherrone Moore was fired from Michigan today due to an 'inappropriate relationship' with a member of this staff. This throws yet another wrench into the college football landscape. Coach Mike Holmgren joins us to react to the news that Philip Rivers is expected to start for the Colts against the Seahawks this weekend - he hasn't played since 2020, so how can he compete against this formidable Seattle defense? We check the texts and talk to Softy!
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Ian gives thanks so Chambers Bay for contributing to the Mayor of Maple Valley golf tournament. Chris Crawford pops by to react to the Harry Ford trade and the return the Mariners got. Also, what catcher prospects still exist in the Mariners' system? WSU President Elizabeth Cantwell joins Ian to discuss the latest in Cougar athletics and their search for both a new Head Coach and Athletic Director. Plus, a deep dive into the funding and where WSU stands. The Daily Power Play! Eberle says the team needs more from everybody, and Lane Lambert agrees. John Lund, Unleashed! John and Ian take a look at the headlines in the NFL and the rookie quarterbacks we're looking at in the league right now, as well as the new upcoming prospects. Are we enjoying the demise of the Chiefs? Could Patrick Mahomes have been anointed too quickly? John also gives us a look inside look at the NFC West. Checking in on the Text Line! Crosstalk with Dick Fain!
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Hardcore Football with Hugh Millen! Hugh reacts to the news of Jimmy Rogers leaving WSU for Iowa State. Ian shares his feelings as well regarding support for the program in the current college landscape. He also discusses teams opting out of their bowls, specifically Notre Dame and how it would play out of things were done this way in the NFL. He thinks the playoff seeding committee got it right this year. Hugh Millen continues with Ian to break down the Seahawks' win over the Falcons yesterday. What was the turning point in the game? Hugh also dives into the targets between receivers. JSN didn't disappear, everyone else came alive. How critical is Rashid Shaheed? Hugh reevaluates his first impression on the trade. Hugh finishes things off by discussing the defense and just how special Nick Emmanwori has been this season. Mike Sando, The Athletic joins Ian and gives a look inside the life of his Sundays. We take a trip around the NFL with Mike as he breaks down everything that's happening in the NFL right now. What's going on with the Chiefs? Are the Colts turfed after Daniel Jones' injury? Sando tells us what the NFL playoff seeding looks like at the moment and what we should expect. Also, what happened to the Commanders this season? Of course, we talk about the Seahawks and their domination over the Falcons yesterday and we have to talk about the NFL Hall of Fame this year. Checking in on the Text Line! Crosstalk with Dick Fain!
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