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Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre

Fox Sports Radio and iHeartPodcasts
NFL
Lebron James
NBA
Los Angeles Lakers
New York Knicks
World Cup
San Antonio Spurs
Giannis Antetokounmpo
College Football
Victor Wembanyama
Oklahoma City Thunder
New England Patriots
National Football League
Super Bowl
Lakers
NCAA Tournament
Dallas Cowboys
Buffalo Bills
Cleveland Cavaliers
Green Bay Packers

Fox Sports’ Jason McIntyre sets the agenda for the day by providing bold opinions on the biggest stories in sports including the day’s biggest sports betting topics. Straight Fire also features insiders and newsmakers as contributing guests.

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On today’s episode, Jason discusses the Dallas Cowboys' embarrassing defensive performance in their loss to the the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football, whether we should expect Jerry Jones to fire embattled Cowboys defensive coordinator ... more

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by NBC Sports college football analyst Yogi Roth. During the conversation, Roth discussing the outside pressure on Lincoln Riley and the USC Trojans as they prepare for a white out against Penn State, the Oregon qu... more

On today’s episode, Jason is joined by FOX Sports NFL writer Steven Ruiz. During the conversation, the guys discuss whether it's fair to call the Jacksonville Jaguars the best team in the AFC, the impact of Lane Johnson's sudden retirement on the Phi... more

On today’s episode, Jason discusses the significance of the Atlanta Falcons' second-consecutive blowout victory in primetime, whether it's fair to call Atlanta the team to beat in the NFC South, the narrative that the Los Angeles Chargers should cons... more

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Recent Guests

Will Hill
Gambling analyst, Bear Bets podcast host, VSiN regular
VSiN; Bear Bets Podcast
Episode: Straight Fire - NFL Week 4 Preview with FOX Sports betting analyst Will Hill
Jon Morosi
MLB Network insider
MLB Network
Episode: Straight Fire - MLB Postseason Preview with MLB Network insider Jon Morosi
Sam Monson
NFL analyst, formerly of PFF
Check the Mic podcast / CTM show
Episode: Straight Fire - The 33rd Team's Sam Monson on Jaxson Dart, Jayden Daniels, Marvin Harrison Jr & More!
Teddy Covers
A legendary Vegas-based gambling expert featured as a guest
Vegas-based gambler
Episode: Straight Fire - Another Drake Maye Meltdown, Sam Darnold Injured for Seattle + Pro sports bettor Teddy Covers
Fred Segal
Author of Freezing Cold Takes, Freezing Cold Takes book author
Author, Freezing Cold Takes
Episode: Straight Fire - Freezing Cold Takes with author Fred Segal
Matthew Berry
Fantasy Life founder; fantasy football expert
Fantasy Life
Episode: Straight Fire - Fantasy Football with Fantasy Life founder Matthew Berry
Clev TA
Founder of Clev Analytics
Clev Analytics
Episode: Straight Fire - NFL Season Preview with Clevanalytics Founder Clev TA
Gregg Berhalter
Former US Men's National Team Head Coach
Chicago Fire (via discussion)
Episode: Straight Fire - Chicago Fire and former USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter on the World Cup, USA Soccer & More!
Henry McKenna
NFL writer, FOX Sports
FOX Sports
Episode: Straight Fire - FOX Sports NFL reporter Henry McKenna on the Patriots, Bears, Broncos & More!

Host

Jason McIntyre
Host of Straight Fire, discusses bold sports opinions and betting topics

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 677 ratings
  • Solid Insights but the gambling & ads are too much

    I am actually a fan of J Mac and his insights. The issue with his pod are numbers of ads (4 minutes of ads to start a podcast) and the gambling aspects leaves me with a grimy feeling so whenever her talks gambling I turn it off

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SwimBeforeYouSink
    United States10 days ago
  • Long time fan

    I love the takes from you and Rob G, but can you please keep the politics out of this show! Rob G explaining the Macklemore sitch was great but you’re little jab. Is not needed but I come here for the sports not your opinions on politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoRo19864sho
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show but the ads

    Ugh the only reason I consistently don’t listen is the amount of commercials.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    The Iron Man
    United Statesa month ago
  • Used to love the show

    Used to love the show until Jason started shilling betting platforms and spamming adds for half of it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jimmy Paul John
    United States4 months ago
  • Terrible

    I cannot stand his takes and he is an absolute weasel. Cowherd needs to replace him on the Herd with John Middlekauf, ASAP

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Money Mike Sanchez
    United States5 months ago

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Guests and betting insights are generally seen as valuable, especially for bettors and analytics-minded listeners.
Listeners appreciate the rapid-fire, opinion-forward style that keeps episodes energetic.
Some listeners feel the advertising load can detract from content quality.
The show's cross-sport discussions provide broad appeal beyond traditional football fans.

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#173
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#26
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Apple Podcasts
#100
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Apple Podcasts
#144
China/Sports/Football
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#155
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#171
Denmark/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Straight Fire - MLB Postseason Preview with MLB Network insider Jon Morosi
Q: What's the word on the streets regarding this postseason and the best potential matchups?
Morosi provides a broad, analyst-grade view, emphasizing mix-and-match possibilities, pitching matchups, and the potential for Midwest-market narratives to capture attention, while also noting that the Dodgers and Yankees remain top headline generators in many scenarios.
Straight Fire - The 33rd Team's Sam Monson on Jaxson Dart, Jayden Daniels, Marvin Harrison Jr & More!
Q: Given the injuries to several young quarterbacks, what are teams' best paths forward?
Monson emphasizes backing up with stylistically similar quarterbacks, evaluating trade options for a short-term fix, and considering the durability and play style of quarterbacks to balance risk and continuity.
Straight Fire - The 33rd Team's Sam Monson on Jaxson Dart, Jayden Daniels, Marvin Harrison Jr & More!
Q: What was your initial reaction to Jaxson Dart's season-ending knee injury?
Sam explains it was brutal and looked bad in real time, but reports suggested it wasn't as serious at first; later testing indicated a longer-term issue, which changes how teams plan the rest of their season.
Straight Fire - Another Drake Maye Meltdown, Sam Darnold Injured for Seattle + Pro sports bettor Teddy Covers
Q: Is there a material edge to be found in prediction markets like Cauchy and Polymarket?
He says edge is present mainly due to reduced juice and higher limit opportunities for sharp bettors, but the overall edge depends on volume and line movement; some books retain advantage due to reliability and breadth of bettors.
Straight Fire - Another Drake Maye Meltdown, Sam Darnold Injured for Seattle + Pro sports bettor Teddy Covers
Q: What do you see about prediction markets impacting gambling and where are bettors moving money besides the traditional books?
Teddy explains that prediction markets are increasingly used by sharp bettors for better juice and access to bigger bets, but traditional books still dominate overall liquidity; the move is about volume and lower juice, not a wholesale transfer of edge. He notes this is a factor, not a replacement, and emphasizes the need to compare prices and movement rather than rely on a single market.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Straight Fire

What is Straight Fire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Bold, opinion-driven sports talk that blends high-velocity banter with data-informed betting angles. Episodes frequently center on quarterback markets, trades, and big-picture franchise moves, while sprinkling in cross-sport debates (NFL, NBA, soccer) and media industry moves. A hallmark is rapid-fire takes, guest insights from bettors and analysts, and a lean into the business of sports media, sponsorships, and how strategy shapes the game-day experience. Notable for its candid, sometimes provocative style and a recurring focus on analytics-inflected projections alongside loose, personality-driven storytelling, which helps listeners gauge risk, market moves, and potential bets alongside team prospects. The show often features insiders and ... more

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1. Will Hill
2. Jon Morosi
3. Sam Monson
4. Teddy Covers
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6. Matthew Berry
7. Clev TA
8. Gregg Berhalter

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