Club 520 Podcast: "520 in the Morning – Jeff Teague REACTS to Shedeur Sanders WIN in First NFL Start with Browns, is Luka Doncic MVP?"
Hosts: Jeff Teague, DJ Wells, Mook, Bishop B Henn
Date: November 24, 2025
Episode Overview
This lively morning episode dives deep into standout sports moments from the weekend, centered around Shedeur Sanders’ remarkable first start and win as the Browns’ QB, a heated discussion on early NBA MVP candidates (Is Luka Doncic the favorite?), and laughter-filled debates on the current state of both NFL and NBA teams and players. The show mixes statistical analysis, real athlete perspectives (thanks to host and former NBA player Jeff Teague), and the podcast’s signature unapologetic, hilarious banter.
Main Segments & Key Takeaways
1. Shedeur Sanders’ Historic First Start for the Browns
Timestamps: [04:10] – [11:16]
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Shedeur Sanders makes Cleveland Browns history:
First Browns QB to win his first start since 1999. The crew is awed at the 26-year drought and how young Shedeur is.- DJ Wells: “That is crazy. Have you seen the Browns fans, they have the list of all the QB jerseys. Like, they just keep xing them out and add them on the bottom.” [04:43]
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The panel’s reaction:
They are happy for Shedeur but skeptical about the Browns’ plans for him:- Mook: “Do you think this solidifies Shedeur as being a guy going forward?” [04:52]
“That coach does not want him to be.” [04:59]
- Mook: “Do you think this solidifies Shedeur as being a guy going forward?” [04:52]
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Post-game interview breakdown:
The podcast plays and reacts to Shedeur’s cool demeanor (He says, “I’m who they’ve been looking for.” [08:01])- Jeff: “That one right there did it. That coach can’t wait to warm [the bench].” [08:23]
- The crew jokes if Shedeur should keep a low profile so as not to get benched next week, with warnings about facing the 49ers.
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Browns team context:
Discussion of Miles Garrett’s future and his massive contract ($160m), and the consistent rough luck for Cleveland.
Notable Quote:
DJ Wells: “I know y’ all be having some dark Mondays, man. Y’ all deserve this one for sure.” [10:56]
2. NFL Weekend Reactions & Player Highlights
Timestamps: [11:12] – [16:15]
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Cowboys vs. Eagles:
The Cowboys come back from a first-half deficit, winning 24-21.- Mook: “The Eagles are first half team, bro. They do not score in the second half, bro.” [12:43]
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Other NFL Thoughts:
- Miles Garrett’s sack record chase discussed.
- Bears, Rams, and Colts get shout-outs as “teams to respect.”
3. NBA Debates: Luka Doncic, MVP Race & Rising Stars
Timestamps: [32:36] – [38:15] and [35:36] – [38:15] (revisited in-depth)
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Luka Doncic’s Elite Play:
Discussion on Luka’s recent monster games and if he’s the MVP through the first month.- DJ Wells: “How we feeling? Is Luka the MVP through the first month? I know he ain’t played as many games as everybody else but…”
- Jeff: “Everybody else but Shai, bro. ...Shai just had I think 37 last night.” [35:36]
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MVP Frontrunners:
- Mook: “People want somebody else to be the MVP so bad. ...People tired of Jokic. People tired of Shai, they got tired of Giannis.” [35:44]
- Consensus is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has the strongest case, but Luka’s stats keep him close, and narrative might override pure production.
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Tyrese Maxey & Rising Stars:
Tyrese Maxey gets love for 50-point games and development.
Notable Quote:
Mook: “If there’s any way they can give it to Luka, they gon’ give it to him. ...Don’t let it be this close to the end of the season!” [36:45]
4. Position Debates and NBA Nostalgia
Timestamps: [16:57] – [23:18] and [38:31] – [39:53]
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All-Time Tough Guys & “Menace” Awards:
Nominees include Charles Oakley, Ron Artest, Lamar Odom, Dennis Rodman, and other notorious NBA personalities.- Jeff: “Artest could really hoop for real. And he was a menace.” [17:40]
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Best Power Forwards & Player Debates:
- Is Jalen Johnson the best PF outside Giannis?
- Kevin Love’s Hall of Fame credentials.
- Tyrese Maxey’s future status against Sixers greats: “He ain’t gonna be better than Allen Iverson” [38:15]
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Travel Debates:
Hilarious arguments over what counts as a travel in today’s NBA.
5. Random But Entertaining Moments
Timestamps: Various between [39:53] – [94:55]
- Super Chat Mayhem:
Questions veer from all-time white players to “worst shoe ever” (Chris Webber dot outs), Al Sharpton “selfies,” and Thanksgiving food takes. - Hilarious Storytelling:
- Jeff’s Pekovich story: “I never seen somebody drink so much, bro. ...They drink like he was a double.” [35:17]
- Banter on hot dogs, “chillings,” and other food takes.
- College Hoops Shout-Outs:
Louisville and Wake Forest love, jokes about obscure schools like Quinnipiac.
6. NBA Trade Rumors & Team Reset Speculation
Timestamps: [55:05] – [58:28]
- LaMelo Ball & Hornets:
Rumors swirl that the Hornets may move on from LaMelo; the crew speculates on potential returns and landing spots.- Mook: “Sometimes franchises just need a new start.” [57:58]
- James Harden:
Should the Clippers send him to Houston? The crew debates what’s best for Harden’s career.
7. Ja Morant vs. Klay Thompson: Beef & NBA Narrative Shifts
Timestamps: [64:59] – [68:41]
- On-court/Off-court “beef”:
- Ja Morant calls Klay a “bum.” Klay answers with a PR-friendly but dismissive blast: “It’s funny to run your mouth when you’re on the bench…just leaving us wanting more.” [66:23]
- Mook: “Ja gotta chill. ...Everybody love you … but they gonna start turning on him.” [67:55]
- Discussion about Ja’s future:
Might need a change of scenery from Memphis.
Notable Quotes:
Jeff: “If I got four rings and Megan Thee Stallion, I don’t care what y’all talkin about either.” [69:22]
8. Verified Buckets & Weekend Standouts
Timestamps: [93:27] – [94:27]
- Players Of The Weekend
- Zubac (33 and 18), Eugene German (one-on-one king), James Harden (55-point game), Tyrese Maxey (54-point game), Jalen Johnson (28, 11, 8 for the Hawks).
9. Final Sports Odds & Bets (Jeff’s Picks)
Timestamps: [96:47] – [97:25]
- Jeff’s parlay: Pistons over Pacers, Mavericks over Heat, Knicks over Nets, Pelicans over Bulls, Nuggets over Grizzlies, Rockets over Suns. “$100 wins you $2,478 today.” [97:07]
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Shedeur Sanders:
Mook: “That coach does not want him to be.” [04:59]
Shedeur (replayed postgame): “I’m who they’ve been looking for.” [08:01] -
On NBA MVP Race:
Mook: “If there’s any way they can give it to Luka, they gon’ give it to him.” [36:45] -
On Hot Dogs and Food:
Jeff: “You eat the back of a woman but won’t try chitlings, bro!” [80:51] -
On Ja Morant’s Narrative:
Mook: “I told you they was gonna start making Ja. He gotta chill…” [67:55] -
Random Moment:
DJ Wells: “Top five intro songs in hip hop… Dynasty intro, anything Jeezy put out.” [81:37]
Episode Structure & Flow
- Banter-heavy, fast-moving: The discussion switches quickly from NFL to NBA to wild super chat hypotheticals, sports nostalgia, food debates, and local Indianapolis youth basketball.
- Host chemistry & authenticity: The hosts don’t “pull punches”—plenty of honest, sometimes brutally funny opinions, from player contracts to personal stories.
- Audience engagement: High energy, lively audience questions via super chat.
For Listeners Who Missed It
This episode is a whirlwind of sports takes, laughs, and genuine athlete insight. If you want fresh, raw reactions to one of the NFL’s rarest winning moments (for the Browns), unfiltered debates about the NBA’s brightest talents, and plenty of sports culture comedy in between, this is essential listening.
The central debates—about Shedeur Sanders' future, Luka/MVP races, who the real NBA "menaces" are, and the evolution of player narratives (e.g., Ja Morant)—all echo the Club 520 ethos: part barbershop, part locker room, all real talk.
Quick Reference: Timestamps for Key Segments
- Shedeur Sanders/Browns: 04:10–11:16
- Cowboys/Eagles & NFL Recap: 11:12–16:15
- NBA MVP Debate (Luka, Shai): 35:36–38:15
- All-Time “Menace” Player List: 16:57–18:33
- Super Chats/NBA Debates: 38:31–52:41
- LaMelo Ball/James Harden Trade Rumors: 55:05–58:28
- Ja Morant/Klay Thompson Beef: 64:59–68:41
- Verified Buckets (Weekly Awards): 93:27–94:27