The Dan Le Batard Show The Dan Le Batard Show

Big Game... OR NOT A BIG GAME! | Hour 2

Sep 17, 2026 · 44m

Summary

The show discusses the "Protect College Sports Act," arguing it is a deceptive name for legislation that limits player compensation to preserve TV network profits. Dan and the team analyze the Ohio State-Texas viewership record and the Mark Walter lawsuit regarding fraudulent funding for the Lakers and Dodgers. They also debate the controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran and Macklemore, criticizing Robert Kraft’s use of NFL owner influence to silence pro-Palestinian statements during a stadium tour.

Topics discussed

Mob Land Season 2 Trailer Brian Belichick Named UNC Defensive Play Caller Ohio State vs Texas Viewership and College Sports Act Mark Walter Lawsuit and Manscaped Ad Big Game: Florida at Auburn Big Game: UCF vs Georgia State and Georgia Tech vs Mercer Big Game: Florida State at Alabama Big Game: Ole Miss at LSU and Lane Kiffin Big Game: SMU at Louisville Banter on Mercer and Guest Performance Critique of the Protect College Sports Act Debate on the Naming of the Act Miller Light Sponsorship Read BTS Reference and Chris Murphy Quote Miami Heat Arena Referendum History Mark Walter Fraud Allegations and Lakers/Dodgers Magic Johnson's Role and Proximity to Coolness LeBron James Move to 76ers and Player Ownership Jalen Brunson and Team-Friendly Contracts Macklemore Banned from Ed Sheeran Tour by NFL Owners
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