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Kickoff with Boomer and Valenti

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Dallas Cowboys
Philadelphia Eagles
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Texans
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WFAN morning show host Boomer Esiason and 97.1 The Ticket afternoon show host Mike Valenti are teaming up to deliver listeners’ one-stop shop for everything NFL. All the best matchups, all the football issues, picks, angles, opinions and more. Boomer and Valenti will give listeners unparalleled insight and opinions for all of the weekend NFL action.

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Boomer and Valenti open a week 7 show with a possible perception issue that the NFL has after the call in the Chiefs game. Dan Campbell with an honest evaluation. Bills defense is concerning. The Jets are on 0-17 watch. Drake Maye has arrived. Titans... more

Boomer and Valenti give you their picks for week 7 in the NFL. Including top picks. All against the spread.

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Boomer and Valenti pick the game of the week Buccaneers @ Lions. Also the boys dive into a lot of the off the field jargon that took place over the week. Cam Ward say the league will be f'd when he gets to do what he wants to do. Jonathan Gannon's sm... more

The Jaxson Dart era is rising. Cam Skattebo is bad man. Eagles are not as good as last season. Broncos look like one of the top teams in the AFC. Cardinals collapsed against the Titans. Drake Maye is blossoming in New England.

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Recent Guests

CD Lamb
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Josh McDaniels
A prominent NFL coach
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Caleb Williams
A standout college quarterback
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Trevor Lawrence
Quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville Jaguars
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Michael Penix
Quarterback for the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for week 1 of the 2025-26 NFL season.
Aaron Rodgers
Quarterback for the New York Jets
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Brian Rusconi
Guest trivia participant
Episode: Boomer and Mike along with Scones do a little super bowl trivia.
Tiki Barber
Former NFL running back and sports broadcaster
Episode: Boomer, Valenti and Phil Simms spotlight the game of the week Chargers @ Chiefs
Phil Simms
Former NFL quarterback and commentator
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Episode: Phil Simms joins Boomer and Mike for the game of the week.

Hosts

Mike Valenti
Co-host and passionate analyst on NFL issues. Host of Kickoff with Boomer and Valenti at 97.1 The Ticket, he is also known for his engaging personality and humorous take on football topics.
Boomer Esiason
Co-host, providing insights into NFL matchups and culture. Host of Kickoff with Boomer and Valenti, he brings a wealth of experience as a former NFL quarterback and sports analyst.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 366 ratings
  • Great show…turn up the volume

    Ads and intro/outro are good but audio is barely there. Valenti sounds like he’s whispering at times. Listen in the shower but cash the ticket isn’t a problem. Love the show. Just wish I could hear it better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JordanPagel
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fix Audio Levels

    Great show but please fix audio levels so all are at same volume. This week, Valenti’s levels were low, while Boomer’s and Simms’ level were fine. Other weeks a different mic is low. Whatever, end result, having to raise the volume to hear the lowest mic becomes an even bigger problem when going to an ad or when the podcast announcer comes on and my Bluetooth speaker is so loud I’m concerned I’m going to blow the speaker.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Kashonat
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boomer’s obsession

    Tough look for Boomer with this obsession with ancient coaches. Asks Mike if he’s been living under a rock because Mike laughed at Rex Ryan. Relentlessly brings up Jon Gruden. These are only possibilities in the ESPN talk show bizarro world. Is this why CBS fired him?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hal. schwartz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show! Fix Boomer’s levels, please.

    I love this show and am happy to hear Mike talks more about football and other teams than the Lions. I start my Sunday with this show during the entire football season.

    My only issue is that Boomer sounds like he is standing on the other side of the room, speaking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ian Tomas
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just started to realize potential, and then…

    After a rough first year, last year the show hit its stride. Mike and Boomer finally developed chemistry and the show let Mike show off his personality. Was about to be a power house. And now there’s a segment with Phil Simms. Brings the show to a screeching halt. Feels completely out of place and destroys the momentum of the show. Frickin’ Audacy man…

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Yoko Pwno
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques mainly revolve around production quality issues, which some listeners feel detracts from the otherwise solid content.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and entertaining banter between the hosts, enjoying their in-depth analysis and predictions for NFL games.
The camaraderie between the hosts is frequently highlighted positively, with many enjoying the flow and humor of their discussions.
Many express a desire for improvements in sound quality and consistency, with several noting issues with audio levels during episodes.
Fans appreciate the mix of expert commentary and light-hearted trivia segments, which keep the content engaging and relatable.

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Talking Points

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Boomer and Valenti give you the best of the best, Eagles @ Chiefs
Q: What has finally clicked for Daniel Jones out in Indianapolis?
He got away from the loser toxicity that is the New York Giants and found a place where he can just be himself with a more supportive roster.
Boomer and Valenti give you the best of the best, Eagles @ Chiefs
Q: What exactly clicked for JJ McCarthy and the Vikings last week in that game?
Momentum changed in the game and once they got Justin Jefferson involved along with a few good plays, JJ McCarthy got right back into the game.
Boomer and Mike open the last show of the year with Myles Garrett and the possibility of an 18 game schedule.
Q: What's your take on the officiating issues in the NFL?
I think it's significant and they are worried about it; expedited replay will be more centralized.
Boomer and Mike open the last show of the year with Myles Garrett and the possibility of an 18 game schedule.
Q: What do you think we're going to hear regarding the globalization plan?
I think there will be an international division in Europe and possibly games in Australia.
Boomer and Mike open the last show of the year with Myles Garrett and the possibility of an 18 game schedule.
Q: Is there any scenario Cleveland deals in within the AFC?
I cannot see that, especially in the AFC North.

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Listeners can expect an engaging blend of NFL analysis, strategic discussions, and humorous banter from this show. The hosts, both well-known in sports broadcasting, tackle a range of topics focused on the NFL, including game strategies, player performances, coaching decisions, and the latest news affecting the league. Unique segments such as trivia games add entertainment value, while regular appearances from NFL veterans like Phil Simms lend authenticity and depth to discussions. The combination of deep football knowledge and lighthearted exchanges makes this a must-listen for any NFL fan seeking comprehensive coverage of the league's most pressing stories and matchups.

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Kickoff launched 3 years ago and published 309 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Kickoff include:

1. CD Lamb
2. Josh McDaniels
3. Caleb Williams
4. Trevor Lawrence
5. Michael Penix
6. Aaron Rodgers
7. Brian Rusconi
8. Tiki Barber

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