Sunday Mornings with Matt and Myron: Hour 3 - Only This Show
Release Date: March 30, 2025
Hosts: Matt Jones and Myron Metcalf
Platform: ESPN Radio

1. Baseball Season Kickoff

The episode begins with Matt Jones sharing updates on the baseball season, particularly focusing on his support for the Cincinnati Reds.

• Matt Jones [01:00]:
  "The baseball season started on Thursday. Have you, you know, my team is the Reds. We opened up one and one. I went on opening day, we blew the game to the Giants at the end."

Myron Metcalf responds by expressing excitement for rising talents and discusses broader Major League Baseball (MLB) dynamics.

• Myron Metcalf [01:14]:
  "He's clearly becoming more of a personality... how does a casual fan from a mid-sized market get excited about the season?"

2. Jumbotron Entertainment Debate

A significant portion of the discussion centers around the entertainment features at baseball games, specifically the use of jumbotrons.

• Matt Jones [02:13]:
  "They have a game where they just pick out random fans and see if they can chip a plastic wiffle ball into a hole. And it's the most boring game I've ever seen."

Myron counters Matt's critique by highlighting inclusivity issues and the lack of diversity in jumbotron features.

• Myron Metcalf [04:32]:
  "They never put Black people on those look-alike things. You always see that."

The hosts exchange humorous banter about improving fan engagement, with Matt proposing more entertaining jumbotron activities like pouring mustard on fans' heads.

• Matt Jones [03:09]:
  "It would be funny... pour mustard on their head or something like that."

3. Listener Interactions and Personal Stories

The show features calls from listeners, adding a personal touch and humor to the episode.

• Matt Jones [09:00]:
  "I proposed to my wife at Fenway Park on the big screen... My wife hated every second."

Myron playfully teases Matt about his public proposal, leading to a lighthearted exchange about romantic gestures in public settings.

• Myron Metcalf [10:19]:
  "Can you imagine being in that section and you're just watching a game and all of a sudden this whole thing breaks out?"

4. NFL Draft Insights: Travis Hunter’s Candidacy

A substantial segment discusses NFL draft prospects, with a spotlight on Travis Hunter, following Urban Meyer's endorsement of him as the potential number one pick.

• Urban Meyer’s Quote [No Timestamp Available]:
  "Travis Hunter, to me, is a guy that I'm going to take number one."

Myron delves into the implications of drafting Travis Hunter, questioning the practicality of utilizing his dual-position talents in the NFL.

• Myron Metcalf [21:16]:
  "He’s going to be full-time at one position, and then maybe they work him in... it's so hard to play one position."

Matt challenges this notion by emphasizing the logistical aspects of Hunter’s potential roles.

• Matt Jones [20:34]:
  "He's only going to play one side. So it's really nice to talk about what he could do with two sides, but he's not going to do that."

5. NCAA Tournament Predictions

The hosts provide comprehensive analyses and predictions for both the women’s and men’s NCAA tournaments, discussing key matchups and standout players.

Women's Tournament:

1. Duke vs. South Carolina

   • Myron Metcalf [27:33]:
     "If you tell me that Dawn Staley has a South Carolina team in the NCAA tournament, I will never bet against Dawn Staley and that team."
   • Matt Jones [28:10]:
     "Not the South Carolina team of the past... But they will win tonight against Duke."

2. LSU vs. UCLA

   • Myron Metcalf [28:36]:
     "Lauren Betts, I mean, might be the best player in the country... Give me UCLA."
   • Matt Jones [28:53]:
     "Their experience will lead them to pull off the upset today... Let me take LSU in an upset today."

3. Texas vs. TCU

   • Myron Metcalf [29:37]:
     "TCU looks great with Haley Van Lif, who I think could be the best player on the court."
   • Matt Jones [30:03]:
     "Urban Meyer saying that about Travis Hunter... he’s not going to play both positions."

4. UConn vs. USC

   • Myron Metcalf [30:22]:
     "Favored by 13 and a half points... Paige Beckers is on a mission."
   • Matt Jones [30:58]:
     "Hope Juju recovers... Paige Beckers and UConn."

Men’s Tournament:

1. Tennessee vs. Houston Cougars

   • Matt Jones [31:08]:
     "I'm gonna say Houston because I think offensively they're a little more consistent."
   • Myron Metcalf [31:40]:
     "I believe in bracket integrity... Give me Tennessee."

2. Michigan State vs. Auburn

   • Matt Jones [32:43]:
     "Auburn’s got a sneaky, really good fan base... I think Auburn wins."
   • Myron Metcalf [33:50]:
     "Auburn's got the depth, their size... I think Auburn will win."

6. Duke’s Cooper Flag: A Collegiate Phenomenon

A compelling discussion revolves around Cooper Flag, a standout freshman from Duke, comparing his impact to legendary players.

• Myron Metcalf [38:27]:
  "Scott Crotty, you're talking about Coopers' standing... him pouring in points on the court."
• Matt Jones [40:54]:
  "I think that dude's nasty on the court."

The hosts debate whether Flag’s dominance places him among the all-time great freshmen, referencing past talents like Carmelo Anthony and Kevin Durant.

• C [40:03]:
  "Cooper Flag right there with a guy like Carmelo Anthony, Greatest one and done."
• Myron Metcalf [42:05]:
  "He's going to translate differently... Possibly one of the greatest scorers."

7. Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

Matt and Myron wrap up the episode by reflecting on the depth of upcoming tournament games and the evolving landscape of college sports dynamics.

• Matt Jones [45:00]:
  "It's hard to get to the Final Four... We'll have our final four teams by the end of today."

They also touch upon the influx of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals in collegiate sports, highlighting the financial challenges faced by athletes.

• Myron Metcalf [37:08]:
  "Athletes are getting to like midway through the season... I need an extra 50k."

8. Notable Quotes

• Matt Jones [02:13]:
  "Plastic golf ball is not entertainment. Get somebody... pour mustard on their head."

• Myron Metcalf [04:32]:
  "They never put Black people on those look-alike things."

• Matt Jones [09:00]:
  "We had to make it seem like we're winning some contests. And then I proposed."

• Urban Meyer:
  "Travis Hunter... I'm going to take Travis Hunter, number one."

• Myron Metcalf [27:33]:
  "I will never bet against Dawn Staley and that team."

This episode of "Sunday Mornings with Matt and Myron" offers a deep dive into the current sports landscape, blending personal anecdotes, professional insights, and engaging banter. From the intricacies of MLB fan engagement to the high-stakes dynamics of the NCAA tournaments and NFL drafts, Matt and Myron provide listeners with a comprehensive and entertaining analysis of the sports world.