The Tony Kornheiser Show “Wilbon’s clean car”
Feb 9, 2026
Michael Wilbon, veteran sports journalist and PTI co-host, and Jason La Canfora, national NFL reporter and analyst. They spar over Seattle’s Super Bowl dominance, defensive strategy and coaching trends. They debate Olympic coverage and Lindsey Vonn’s crash. They trade memories of Sonny Jurgensen and react to standout Super Bowl commercials.
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Seattle’s Clear Superiority
- Tony and Michael agreed Seattle was simply the better team and that the Super Bowl was not much of a game.
- Seattle’s defense dominated and New England’s offense was largely nonfunctional throughout the contest.
Old-School Football Won
- Michael Wilbon emphasized Seattle’s balanced strengths: defense and running game led by Kenneth Walker.
- He argued the win was old-fashioned football, not a showcase of new-age offense.
Remembering Sonny Jurgensen
- Michael and Tony reflected on Sonny Jurgensen’s life and storytelling gifts from his broadcasting days.
- They emphasized his longevity and that he retained his mind into old age.