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Rothman & Ice

97.1 The Fan
NFL
College Football
Cleveland Browns
Ohio State Football
Columbus Blue Jackets
Deshaun Watson
NFL Draft
Joe Burrow
Cincinnati Bengals
NBA Playoffs
Scottie Scheffler
NCAA Football
Don Waddell
Stanley Cup Final
NCAA
Bill Burr
Joshua Perry
Jared Goff
NCAA College Football
Cleveland Guardians

Anthony Rothman and Matty Ice break down the world of sports as only they can . . . naked from the waist down. Catch the live experience weekdays from Noon-3pm on 97.1 FM in Columbus, on The Fan App, or at 971thefan.com. The Fan, Ohio's Sports Destination.

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Happy Friday! It's Spring Game Eve for the Buckeyes. Do you over promise and under deliver, or do you under promise and over deliver? Austin Ward joins the show. We have an NFL Draft themed game of Overs and Unders. We still have some thoughts leftov... more

Happy Thursday! News breaks right before the show that the Blue Jackets are expected to make Rick Bowness the full-time coach. Should the Bengals sell the #10 pick for a Maxx Crosby trade? Mike Renner of Pushing the Pile joins the show. Dave Maetzold... more

Happy Wednesday! Rick Bowness had a postgame press conference for the ages calling out the Blues Jackets' lack of effort in their season finale. Zach Werenski joins the show for Hockey & Hounds. Tyvis Powell thinks the Browns are winning the AFC Nort... more

Happy Tuesday! The CBJ are officially eliminated from the playoffs with 1 game left in the season. A debate breaks out regarding the level of disappointment that stems from this elimination. Bob McElligott joins the show. We discuss sports fans who t... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Light
Former All-Pro offensive lineman, Patriots
New England Patriots
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 15, 2026
Bob Herrig
Golf Writer for Sports Illustrated, author of Tiger Versus Jack
Sports Illustrated
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 13, 2026
Bob McGeallaghan
Voice of the Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 10, 2026
Dan Hampton
Hall of Fame defensive lineman, 1985 Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 9, 2026
Cam Miller
Pro Football Network 365 analyst
Pro Football Network 365
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 8, 2026
Kenny Anderson
NBA All-Star, Celebrity Spokesperson for Classic for Columbus
Classic for Columbus
Episode: Rothman & Ice April, 3, 2026
Jordan Ajani
CBS Sports analyst covering the NFL
CBS Sports
Episode: Rothman & Ice March, 31, 2026
Brad Larson
Former CBJ head coach, assistant coach, guest on the show
Columbus Blue Jackets (guest)
Episode: Rothman & Ice March, 30, 2026
Dallin Cuff
ESPN College Basketball Analyst
ESPN
Episode: Rothman & Ice March, 27, 2026

Hosts

Anthony Rothman
Co-host of sports discussions with a keen focus on analysis and humor.
Matty Ice
Co-host known for energetic delivery and relatable commentary on sports topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • My must-listen radio show…

    I’ve always loved AR and really respect his takes, opinion and yes, his love of animals and community engagement. While Matty is still young and needs a bit more travel and life experience to truly land with his takes and attempts at Gen Z street lingo hipness, I’m an avid listener and view this to be among the top two must listen shows on The Fan in Cbus. Great guests, stories, pop culture references and some timely reactions to real-life events and topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cmw347
    United States2 years ago
  • Insightful + Fun

    These two work great together. You wouldn’t be able to tell that Matt used to be a producer. He delivers his takes with confidence and energy. He also represents young people in a way that isn’t represented the same on other shows. Anthony doesn’t miss on a take either. His story-telling is great and I quite enjoy his movie references. Both guys are easy to like.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    guy that likes free stocks
    United States5 years ago
  • A classic revisioned

    Love the show, and I’ve always loved Roth since his days hosting The Buckeye Fever. Want to like Matty and at times I do, but his cluelessness about movie classics is dumbfounding. Also him not being a true homer and having favorite squads that aren’t in Ohio doesn’t fit. His takes are also borderlined at times and make no sense. His knowledge is also lacking in a lot of areas and it shows often as he stumbles over himself.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    qwaggo
    United States5 years ago
  • Best show on 97.1 hands down

    I listen to the fan only by podcast and recently stopped listening to the children on at 3-6. I couldn’t take anymore of the high school level humor. Rothman is the most professional and entertaining host at the fan. I like Matt too but he really needs to stop eating almonds during breaks. When they come back, he’s constantly making gross sounds, choking, etc. Kind of unprofessional. Matt, listen to your mother please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScottM86
    United States5 years ago
  • Long time listener. Awesome show.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    tch1981
    6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

There are mentions of insightful analysis, particularly regarding college basketball and NFL updates, which resonate well with the audience.
Some feedback suggests that while one host shines in knowledge, the other still has room for growth, which can create a balance in presentation.
Overall, the show is viewed as a top pick among regional sports commentary, stemming from a blend of professional insight and personal storytelling.
Listeners appreciate the entertaining dynamic between the hosts, highlighting their humor and engaging discussions.

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Rothman & Ice April, 15, 2026
Q: How did the Patriots' system shape your approach to leadership and preparation?
Light described the Patriot Way as a tailored, disciplined approach emphasizing hard work, team-first mentality, and precise preparation, which shaped his own leadership style and daily work ethic.
Rothman & Ice April, 9, 2026
Q: What makes the Masters unique to this pair of hosts?
They describe Augusta as a fairy-tale course with a culture of tradition, no phones on Sunday, and a strong sense of venue identity, making the event as much about the experience as the competition.
Rothman & Ice March, 25, 2026
Q: What is your read on Ty Simpson's draft stock after Pro Day?
Schefter indicated that Simpson is a first-round talent, but his landing spot remains uncertain and will heavily depend on team-specific evaluations and the surrounding personnel.
Rothman & Ice March, 27, 2026
Q: What are the strongest quarterback prospects in this draft class according to Mel Kuiper Jr. and Field Yates?
Kuiper and Yates discuss a broad range of projections, with Kuiper highlighting that Shador Sanders and Caleb Williams (hypothetical in this context) are highly valued, while there is skepticism about immediate top-5 selection for Ty Simpson; the conversation emphasizes the need for the right developmental situation and fit for a rookie QB.
Rothman & Ice March, 10, 2026
Q: What did Ryan Day say about Julian Saynes using his legs more this spring?
Day suggested that giving Saynes more freedom to use his legs could open up the offense and expand the playbook, similar to how mobile QBs added dimension to offenses in college football.

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1. Matt Light
2. Bob Herrig
3. Bob McGeallaghan
4. Dan Hampton
5. Cam Miller
6. Kenny Anderson
7. Jordan Ajani
8. Brad Larson

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