This week, the guys discuss the Cowboys firing defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus as the organization signals urgency following another season defined by defensive breakdowns. With continued issues in red zone defense, communication, and explosive plays allowed, the conversation centers on what Dallas actually needs from its next defensive leader and whether this move comes too late to fully capitalize on the current roster window.

Around the league, a wave of coaching changes reshapes the NFL landscape as Baltimore, Cleveland, Miami, and several other teams move on from longtime leadership in search of new direction. In the NBA, Atlanta officially closes the book on an era by trading Trae Young to Washington in one of the first franchise-altering deals of the season. In music, Bruno Mars announces a new album, The Romantic, and rumors swirl about a potential surprise release from a major artist, sparking the question of whether surprise drops still move the needle.

Happy New Year! The guys kick off 2026 by looking back on everything that defined 2025. From how the show evolved to the takes that aged well and the ones that didn’t, this episode closes one chapter and sets the tone for what’s next.

They break down the Cowboys’ 2025 season from top to bottom, the moments that defined it, the issues that never went away, and where Dallas truly stands heading into 2026. Around the league, they revisit the teams, players, and trends that shaped the NFL, before expanding into the NBA, music, and culture to reflect on the year that was.

This week, the guys discuss the Cowboys’ 34–26 loss to the Vikings and why it feels like the season is effectively over, even if the team continues to operate otherwise. Dallas falls to 6-7-1, remains outside the NFC playoff picture, and continues to struggle with red zone execution and defensive consistency. With Philadelphia firmly in control of the division, the conversation centers on the growing gap between the team’s public messaging and the reality of where things stand.

Around the league, Miami turns to rookie Quinn Ewers as the season shifts toward evaluation, Patrick Mahomes’ torn ACL abruptly ends Kansas City’s year and reshapes the AFC outlook, and Micah Parsons being sidelined adds another major injury to an already thinning playoff field. In the NBA, Kevin Garnett returns to Minnesota in a significant role as the franchise prepares to honor his legacy, while the Knicks’ NBA Cup win reignites debate about the tournament’s place in the league. In music, 21 Savage releases What Happened to the Streets? and sparks conversation with a series of Atlanta-focused tweets, A$AP Rocky resurfaces with updates on Don’t Be Dumb, and the episode closes with a holiday music discussion.

This week, the guys discuss Dallas’ 44–30 loss in Detroit and how it dramatically narrows the Cowboys’ playoff path. With the three-game win streak snapped and the margin for error gone, the conversation turns to what Dallas needs to do, why the division is still the clearest lane, and whether the team’s defensive issues can realistically be fixed in time.

Around the league, Philip Rivers makes a surprising return to the NFL, Shedeur Sanders breaks out and earns the starting job in Cleveland, and frustration continues to build in Kansas City as offensive struggles linger. In the NBA, the Mavericks lose Dereck Lively II for the season, Oklahoma City looks nearly unstoppable, and Rich Paul’s comments spark new pressure on the Lakers. In music, 21 Savage prepares to drop a new album, The Game reignites a West Coast debate, and Lil Bibby teases more unreleased Juice WRLD music.

Laniesha joins Target Talk to talk about her journey into music, what shaped her confidence as a vocalist, and how her sound has evolved over time. She reflects on the moment she realized she could really sing, the early recording sessions that helped define her as an artist, and how her creative instincts guide her now. We also talk about what inspires her outside of music and what continues to ground her as an artist.

She also previews new unreleased music, shares what kind of direction her next chapter is moving in, and what she hopes people feel the first time they hear her voice. From dream collaborations to full album listens and personal milestones, this episode is about identity, growth, and staying true to your sound.

This week, the guys discuss where Dallas stood heading into the Detroit matchup after a record-setting Thanksgiving win over Kansas City. The Cowboys entered the week at 6-5-1 with momentum, a stronger defensive identity forming inside, and a playoff race that was tightening on both the division and wildcard fronts.

In the NFL, Thanksgiving delivered some of the biggest ratings ever, several contenders began to separate, and quarterback storylines continued to shift as teams like Cleveland and New England made important decisions. In the NBA, the Clippers shocked the league by releasing Chris Paul in the middle of a road trip, Giannis left early with a calf strain as trade noise picked up, and tension rose around multiple teams dealing with slow starts. The episode wraps with the guys comparing their Wrapped and Apple Music Replay results to close out the year.

MNCE joins Target Talk to talk about the path that led her from writing poems as a kid in Fort Worth to shaping the sound she is creating today. She reflects on the early influences that pushed her toward music, the growth she felt after releasing Somber, and what stepping away for a year taught her about herself as an artist. We also talk about how her creative world goes far beyond music, from dance to painting to fashion, and how all those lanes feed into her style now.

She breaks down her new single losing kontrol, why it felt like the right moment to return, and the feeling she hopes listeners catch the first time they play it. MNCE also shares what she’s building next and what this new chapter means to her moving forward.

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This week, the guys discuss Dallas returning to the field after an emotional week and delivering one of their most complete performances of the season. Dak led the offense with rhythm, Pickens and CeeDee bounced back after early discipline, and the defense showed real progress with help from the new additions up front.

Around the league, young quarterbacks are stepping in under pressure, contenders are slipping, and the playoff race is tightening across both conferences. In the NBA, LeBron opens year 23 with another milestone, trade noise swirls early, and Detroit keeps rolling. In music, Wale returns with a new album and BigX sparks a debate about what it means to be an artist today.