

First Things First
FOX Sports
First Things First airs Weekdays at 3 PM ET on FS1! Join Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes as they discuss the biggest stories in the world of sports. From LeBron James, to Patrick Mahomes, this show will bring you the first, and most incisive, opinions on the best sports stories.
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Mar 30, 2026 • 47min
UConn beats Duke to advance to Final Four, Dan Quinn joins, Will A.J. Brown stay with the Eagles?
(0:00) UConn beats Duke, Final Four predictions
(22:25) Dan Quinn joins
(32:07) Packers retain most of Offensive staff, Will A.J. Brown stay an Eagle?
(39:33) Best of UFL opening weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 2026 • 12min
Myles Garrett Should Ask for a Trade & Wildes Should’ve Asked for His Cookie 🍪 | BONUS
Kevin Wildes tells the story of the time he ordered a black & white cookie latte and expected a black & white cookie to come with it. The only problem? It didn't come with one, and he never asked for it. Wildes explains why people should say what they want. Which brings us to Myles Garrett. If he wants a real shot at winning, is it time to do the uncomfortable thing and ask for a trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 2026 • 27min
Top 26 Players who will define the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Messi vs. Ronaldo, Team USA represented?
A countdown of the 26 defining players for the 2026 World Cup, from rising teenage sensations to enduring legends. Debates over Messi vs Ronaldo and who could claim tournament glory. Deep dives into Team USA’s key contributors and which global stars might carry their nations.

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Mar 25, 2026 • 2h 14min
2026 MLB Opening Day, Patrick Mahomes seen practicing, Nick’s Tiers, Brou’s MVP Ballot
Anthony Becht, UFL Orlando Storm head coach, previews building an expansion roster and the league’s rule tweaks. Short takes cover Patrick Mahomes’ rehab video and draft talk. Panels debate MLB favorites, Ohtani’s GOAT case, NBA seeding and MVP tiers, plus previews of Thunder-Celtics and Dodgers’ title chances.

Mar 24, 2026 • 2h 19min
Wemby makes MVP case, Lakers winning streak snapped, Travis Kelce signs extension, King of the Hill
(0:00) Victor Wembanyama wants the MVP, Lakers snap winning streak
(25:40) Travis Kelce signs extension, Will Aaron Rodgers return to the Steelers?
(40:20) Should Stephen Curry return this season?
(45:55) King of the Hill
(01:04:09) ‘Sleeping’ on Pistons’, Lakers loss something or nothing?
(01:14:05) Peter Schmeichel joins
(01:25:10) Top 10 Tuesday, Wemby ‘cockiness’ a good thing?
(01:49:56) Ricky Proehl talks UFL kickoff
(01:58:35) How does JSN’s contract impact Puka Nacua?
(02:07:22) Should the Jets draft Allar or Beck? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mar 23, 2026 • 2h 16min
Lakers win 9th straight, Jaxon Smith Njigba signs extension,Team USA wins Flag Football Classic
Willie Colon, former NFL lineman and analyst, and Danny Parkins, sports radio voice and college hoops commentator, break down JSN’s record extension and its NFL ripple effects. They celebrate the Lakers’ nine-game surge and LeBron’s longevity. Team USA’s Flag Football Classic domination and the Luka vs. other MVP debates round out the conversation.

Mar 20, 2026 • 2h 17min
Luka Doncic scores 60 in Lakers win, Brou’s Ballot, Duke's close call, Sean Payton joins, Title Pie
(0:00) Lakers win 11 of 12, Luka Doncic scores 60, Spurs clinch playoffs, Brou’s MVP Ballot
(29:32) Aaron Rodgers and Steelers reunion is “inevitable”, Shocked Mike Evans left Bucs?
(41:53) Should people be concerned about Duke?
(47:04) Title Pie
(01:03:47) Bam Adebayo ‘relates’ to Luka Doncic’s big night, Lakers better without LeBron?
(01:17:16) Should the Patriots get Maxx Crosby and A.J. Brown?
(01:22:35) LeBron’s evolution, Wemby ‘best player in the NBA?’
(01:46:37) Julian Edelman hints at A.J. Brown trade
(01:55:19) Sean Payton joins
(02:05:02) Bam says it’s “not easy to score 80” after Luka scores 60 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 2026 • 2h 18min
Cade Cunningham to miss time with collapsed lung, Lakers win 10 out of 11, BUD List
They break down Cade Cunningham’s collapsed lung and the expected 3–6 week absence. Conversation about the Lakers’ 10-of-11 win streak and whether they’ve locked up the 3-seed. Debates on Luka Doncic’s MVP case, Victor Wembanyama’s rise, and how LeBron’s new role affects playoff freshness. NFL trade rules, Stefon Diggs fits, and Caleb Williams’ 'Iceman' branding also come up.

Mar 18, 2026 • 2h 20min
Venezuela beats USA, Wins WBC, Crosby ‘livid’ after failed trade, Jared Allen joins, Nick’s Tiers
(0:00) Venezuela beats USA to win 1st WBC
(25:21) Maxx Crosby ‘livid’ after failed trade, Do the Broncos deserve respect?
(39:57) Michael Rubin joins the show to talk Fanatics Flag Football Classic
(48:51) Nick’s Tiers
(01:06:54) March Madness: Final Four predictions
(01:17:14) Maurice Edu joins
(01:26:25) Packed Stats, Biggest headlines from WBC
(01:50:07) Jared Allen joins
(02:03:14) How dangerous are the 49ers?
(02:08:29) NCAA’s Cinderella stories in their final chapter? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 2026 • 2h 16min
Jaylen Waddle traded to Broncos, Venezuela beats Italy, Alex Rodriguez joins, King of the Hill
Alex Rodriguez, former MLB All-Star and analyst, joins to discuss the World Baseball Classic and youth baseball development. He talks about the WBC’s emotional impact in Latin America and how small plays decide big games. Conversation also covers player performances like Judge and Acuña, managerial moves, and A-Rod’s Camp A-Rod focus on fundamentals.


