H4 Derek Carr, John Smoltz, The Kicker
Summary
Derek Carr joins the show from the PGA Tour at Lake Tahoe, discussing his golf strategy and defending Patrick Mahomes’ playing style. He reflects on his NFL career, emphasizing quarterback-receiver trust and his positive experience with Hard Knocks. Later, John Smoltz critiques modern baseball’s obsession with velocity, arguing that max-effort pitching leads to injuries and shortens careers, unlike the sustainable approaches of past legends.
Topics discussed
Derek Carr on golf etiquette and helping kids
Analysis of Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs offense
Quarterback development and reading defenses
Trust, accountability, and protecting teammates
Hard Knocks experience with John Gruden
Derek Carr's final four quick questions
John Smoltz on golf strategy and mindset
Tony La Russa's managing style and evolution
Critique of modern baseball pace and analytics
The obsession with velocity and arm injuries
Impact of max effort on pitcher longevity
Proposed rule changes and salary cap ideas
John Smoltz's final four and closing thoughts
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