This Sunday’s NBA All-Star Game isn’t just an exhibition — it’s a statement.

In Episode 117 of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast, I break down the new Team USA vs Team World round-robin format, predict every matchup, and explain why Team World ultimately wins the championship.

Then we switch gears to the NFL and ask the real question nobody wants to answer yet: 👉 Is Sam Darnold a Top 10 QB coming into next season after winning the Super Bowl?

I argue both sides, break down the numbers, the context, the defense, and the narrative — and give you my final, honest take.

We also hit what’s hot right now in sports: • Jayson Tatum’s shocking Achilles comeback progress • All-Star Weekend predictions (3PT & Dunk Contest) • Browns QB situation with Shedeur Sanders & Deshaun Watson • College basketball chaos and statement wins

And yes… we’re moving different with this new format.

👇 Drop your takes in the comments: • Who wins the All-Star Game — USA or The World? • Is Sam Darnold Top 10… or was this lightning in a bottle?

🏈 I Pick The Super Bowl Winner! | EPISODE 116 | Seahawks vs Patriots, NCAA Picks & NBA Talk

Who’s winning Super Bowl LX — Seahawks or Patriots? 👀 In Episode 116 of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast, I break down Super Bowl 60, give my official winner pick, lock in a 5-leg NCAA men’s basketball parlay, debate the Luka Doncic Lakers trade one year later, and rank the Top 5 college basketball teams with a real shot to win the national championship.

This episode is loaded with NFL analysis, college basketball betting insight, and NBA real talk — barbershop style, no fluff.

🎙️ Topics Covered in Episode 116

✔️ Super Bowl 60 prediction & breakdown ✔️ Seahawks vs Patriots NFL analysis ✔️ NCAA men’s basketball betting picks & parlay ✔️ Top college basketball championship contenders ✔️ Luka Doncic Lakers trade — one year later ✔️ NBA, boxing & tennis quick news ✔️ March Madness strategy & coaching impact

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🎙️ Episode 115 | NBA Trade Deadline Chaos + Ranking the New NFL Head Coaches

On Episode 115 of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast, we break down a wild week in sports with real barbershop-style analysis you won’t get on national TV.

We start with NFL Quick News, reacting to the Super Bowl matchup between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, including Sam Darnold’s career redemption arc and Mike Vrabel’s unbelievable turnaround in New England. We also address the media snubbing Bill Belichick as a first-ballot Hall of Famer, and the selective outrage surrounding Shedeur Sanders making the Pro Bowl.

Then we shift gears to the NBA Trade Deadline, explaining how the new CBA, second apron rules, and salary-cap flexibility have completely changed how championships are built. We discuss potential trade destinations and fits for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant, Anthony Davis, and why blockbuster trades are becoming rarer in today’s NBA.

Finally, we rank and grade the top NFL head coaching hires of the offseason, giving each hire a star rating and breaking down who’s set up for success — and who’s walking into a tough situation.

If you want real sports talk, honest takes, and context beyond the headlines, this episode is for you.

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X-Factor Sportz Podcast - Episode 114 | NBA Power Rankings 2.0 & NFL Conference Championship Predictions Welcome to Season 10, Episode 6 of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast! This week we're diving deep into updated NBA power rankings, breaking down the NFL Conference Championships, and celebrating Indiana's historic college football championship run. ##

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🔥 EPISODE 113: FIXING THE NBA, MAKING HISTORY & PLAYOFF PREDICTIONS 🔥

This week on The X-Factor Sportz Podcast, Jay Mondaine comes in swinging with solutions, history, and playoff heat.

🏀 JAY'S TAKE ON THE NBA’S 65-GAME AWARDS RULE

If you're available, you should play, if you're hurt, you're not eligible to win awards. Simple.

🏀 NBA HISTORY IN THE MAKING

From there, we dive into history being made around the league and explain why this moment matters now and in the future of the NBA.

🏈 CFP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PREDICTION

The biggest game in college football is here. Jay gives his official pick to win the CFP National Championship, breaking down the matchup, the X-Factors, and what decides the game.

🏈 THE BEST WEEKEND IN FOOTBALL: NFL DIVISIONAL ROUND

It’s the crown jewel of the NFL playoffs. Jay goes game by game through the Divisional Round, telling you who wins, who goes home, and why.

🔥 Real Talk. Unbiased Takes.

🎙️ This is sports talk with purpose.

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🎙️ The X-Factor Sportz Podcast | Episode 112

Welcome back to another episode of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast! In Episode 112, Jay Mondaine delivers real talk, unbiased takes across the NFL, College Football, and the NBA.

We start with Layup Lines / Quick News, breaking down the chaos surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders, Tom Brady’s growing influence as an executive, and Draymond Green lobbying for LeBron James to make the NBA All-Star Game.

From there, we dive deep into the NFL — Did the Baltimore Ravens fail Lamar Jackson AGAIN? Was firing John Harbaugh the right move? And who should be the next head coach to maximize Lamar and Derrick Henry’s championship window?

We also break down the College Football Playoff, discuss whether the Big Ten has officially caught — or passed — the SEC, and give picks for the semifinals and National Championship.

Finally, we wrap things up with NFL Wild Card Weekend predictions, including Bears vs Packers, Eagles vs 49ers, Rams vs Panthers, and more.

📌 Tap in, comment your takes, and let us know who YOU think is winning it all.

🎙️ The X-Factor Sportz Podcast | Episode 111

NFL Week 18 Final Power Rankings + NBA Contenders & Pretenders | New Year’s Eve Special

Welcome back to The X-Factor Sportz Podcast! Jay Mondaine rings in the New Year with real talk and unbiased takes as we head into NFL Week 18 and the second half of the NBA season.

In this episode:

• Final NFL Power Rankings (Top 10) heading into the playoffs
• Breakdown of NBA contenders vs pretenders as teams separate themselves post-Christmas
• Quick news across the NBA, NFL, and college basketball
• Hall of Fame debates, coaching praise, and playoff expectations

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🎄 EPISODE 110: X-FACTOR SPORTZ PODCAST | CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 🎄

Super Bowl Favorites, Blake Griffin Hall of Fame Debate & NFL Week 17 Picks Welcome to the Christmas Special of Episode 110 of The X-Factor Sportz Podcast 🎅🏽🏈

Hosted by Jay Mondaine, this episode is loaded with unfiltered takes, bold predictions, and real sports talk across the NFL, NBA, College Football, and Boxing.

🔥 In this episode: Who has the CLEAREST path to the Super Bowl? Is Blake Griffin REALLY a Basketball Hall of Famer? Full NFL Week 17 picks for EVERY game (your Christmas gift 🎁) NBA Cup reaction, Draymond Green drama, CFP breakdown & Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua If you love barbershop-style sports debates, strong opinions, and no fluff, this episode is for you. 👇

DROP A COMMENT: Who’s your Super Bowl favorite? Is Blake Griffin a Hall of Famer? Which Week 17 pick do you disagree with?

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