On this episode of Soapbox Sports, the crew breaks down a packed weekend across the NFL and NBA.

They open with a full Super Bowl recap, debating whether it was a Seahawks victory or a Patriots collapse. Who deserves the most blame for New England’s performance? The guys slice up the “blame pie,” discuss whether the Patriots can realistically make it back next year, and question whether the voters got the Super Bowl MVP right.

From there, they react to ESPN’s Way-Too-Early Power Rankings, challenging placements like the Lions at 7, Texans at 13, Colts at 19, and Browns at 32.

On the NBA side, the show dives into All-Star Weekend, rating the overall experience, debating whether the dunk contest should be retired, and reacting to USA Stars’ 47–21 win over USA Stripes with Anthony Edwards taking MVP honors. Did the league finally fix the All-Star Game? And have the young stars officially taken over?

The guys also debate who won the NBA trade deadline, with Brian backing the Cavaliers’ move and Chris highlighting the Pacers’ addition.

Plus, they discuss whether Chris Paul’s career is officially over, where he ranks among all-time point guards, and whether his career ended the right way.

In the Soapbox Moments, Brian sounds off on the NBA’s tanking problem and proposes eliminating protected pick swaps, while Chris argues for a true lottery system.

To close, it’s Contender or Pretender — West and East editions — as they evaluate the Rockets, Lakers, Spurs, Wolves, Cavs, Hornets, Celtics, and Sixers.

Real takes. Bold debates. Step on the soapbox.