Episode Overview
Podcast: The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Episode: Postgame Show: Top 5 Ugliest Jerseys in NFL History (feat. JuJu Gotti)
Date: October 27, 2025
Recorded from the Elser Hotel in Downtown Miami, this episode dives into the panel’s picks for the ugliest uniforms in NFL history, with JuJu Gotti presenting a definitive “Top 5.” The group also touches on memorable sports moments from the weekend, NBA and MLB storylines, and wraps up with their classic poll segment, all delivered in their trademark bantering style.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Preview: World Series Game 5 Watch-Along (00:47)
- Jeremy announces a special live Zoom watch-along for Game 5 of the World Series, inviting the entire crew to join and promising a fun, interactive event.
- “We’re gonna have a pitch clock watch along for game five of the World Series. So me and Chris and Ethan, Louis will be there. Everyone from the shipping container is invited.” (00:51)
- Tony reveals his TV setup, confirming Game 5 will be on the main screen, even over Monday Night Football—because of a recent injury to Jaden Daniels.
2. Ugliest Jerseys in NFL History: JuJu Gotti’s Top 5 (02:13)
- JuJu Gotti ignites the main topic: Critiquing the Steelers’ Sunday Night Football uniforms.
- “I tweeted out last night, top five ugliest jersey in sports history, hands down. When you combine that with what Miami did on Saturday night...All Miami had to do was make the pants black…Them green pants was just like, what? Where is that green?” (02:24)
- The panel discusses if the Miami uniforms would make the “worst ever” list.
JuJu’s Top 5 Ugliest NFL Jerseys
5. Green Bay Packers: Blue jerseys with khaki pants – invoking failed attempts to channel a leather helmet era. - “Every time Aaron Rodgers would try out of these. Oh, man. Come on, man. Followed closely by the time they tried to do the leather helmet look.” (03:31) 4. Seattle Seahawks: Neon green and blue sleeve combinations. - "The Seattle Seahawks green and blue sleeve combo.” (03:52) 3. Pittsburgh Steelers: Their most recent Sunday night look, plus the infamous “jail stripes” throwbacks. - “The Steelers. And that abomination last night. What are we doing? Followed closely by the other Steelers throwbacks jerseys with just the jail stripes.” (03:59) 2. Denver Broncos: Yellow jerseys with brown pants and matching brown/yellow socks, derisively dubbed “the dookie alternates.” - "The dookie alternates." — Tony (04:37) - "I don't even remember these. These are horrendous." — Jeremy (04:39) 1. Philadelphia Eagles: Blue and yellow “Carolina blue with the mustard yellow”—unforgivable. - “The Eagles blue and yellow jerseys. Carolina blue with the mustard yellow. P U. Unforgivable.” (04:56)
- Panel reactions: Amused groans, nostalgia, and agreement that some throwbacks miss the mark.
- “Oh, what is that?” — Host (05:07)
3. Pop Culture & NBA Reaction (05:34)
- JuJu quickly pivots to NBA highlights:
- Austin Reaves steps up with 51 points; Luka Doncic is out 1–2 weeks with a finger injury.
- “Austin Reeves said: My turn, it’s my time. And I think he’s proven himself worthy of that contract.” (05:57)
- Tony: “Not only that, he's on the top of my MVP list right now.” (06:01)
- Austin Reaves steps up with 51 points; Luka Doncic is out 1–2 weeks with a finger injury.
- Discussion about MVP favorites, including Aaron Gordon and Victor Wembanyama, with playful, over-the-top praise for current standouts.
- JuJu calls out Chauncey Billups’ odd choice of wearing Clutch Sports gear at a game.
- “If I’m Clutch Sports, I’m like: bro, take that off.” (06:52)
- Jeremy speculates it’s a warning to Clutch Sports insiders.
4. MMA/UFC Weekend Drama (07:14)
- Debate over Tom Aspinall’s controversial stoppage after an eye poke.
- Tony: Advocates for Aspinall, noting difficulty of fighting after a serious eye poke, especially from a huge opponent like Ciryl Gane.
- “When you get poked by a guy who’s 6’6”, 265 pounds, built like a Mack truck…it feels a little bit different. It’s a lot easier to say from the studio instead of the octagon… I think the, the whole thing of calling him out for not fighting is bullshit.” (08:07)
- Juju concurs, recognizing Gane’s athleticism and the unreasonable pressure fighters face to continue regardless of injury.
- Tony: Advocates for Aspinall, noting difficulty of fighting after a serious eye poke, especially from a huge opponent like Ciryl Gane.
5. Quick Hits: MLB & Weekend Highlights (09:03)
- JuJu lauds Yamamoto and Shohei Ohtani, predicts Dodgers will sweep the rest of the series against Toronto.
- “All I know is Yamamoto, hats off to you. And…what Shohei Otani is doing right now is definitely the best I’ve ever seen.” (09:05)
6. Live Listener Poll Segment (09:33)
Juju’s Recap of On-Air Audience Polls
- Includes playful, odd poll questions and quick results:
- 87% say Andrew Luck’s parking space has a horse in it, not a car (10:04)
- 77% claim nine olives is too many to take from the bar (10:19)
- 65% say the Steelers had the worst uniforms over Miami this weekend (10:44)
- 95% say olives don’t go with coffee (11:00)
- 76% didn’t know Trey Lance was Justin Herbert’s backup (11:10)
- 69%: it can’t be “first blood” if it’s part 2 (11:17)
- 95% agree Kirk Cousins should win “Go Away Player of the Year” (11:23)
7. Funniest Moment of the Weekend: Tim Kurkjian Blooper (11:47)
- JuJu nominates a podcast moment: Tim Kurkjian’s appearance with his son and Harold Reynolds, where technical issues create a comically surreal scene.
- “His background flew up for the audio…” — Jeremy (12:17)
- “I’m thinking he’s got this amazing off… Yeah.” — Juju (12:26)
- Laughter ensues as they describe Kurkjian looking like he’s “on a ship.” A classic Le Batard Show fondness for quirky, human sports moments.
Notable Quotes by Timestamp
- JuJu Gotti (on Steelers’ jerseys):
“I tweeted out last night, top five ugliest jersey in sports history, hands down.” (02:24) - Tony (on Broncos Alt Jerseys):
“The dookie alternates.” (04:37) - JuJu (on Western Conference MVP race):
“Austin Reeves said my turn, it’s my time. And I think that he's proven himself worthy of that contract.” (05:57) - Tony (on MMA eye pokes):
“It’s a lot easier to say from the studio instead of the octagon when you’re getting two knuckles basically in your eyes…calling him out for not fighting is bullshit." (08:07) - JuJu (on poll results):
“Thank you for your support. Does Andrew Luck’s parking space have a car in it or a horse in it? 87% of the audience says a horse in it. I need your support.” (10:03) - Jeremy (on podcast blooper):
“He looks like he’s on a ship.” (12:30)
Memorable Moments and Humor
- The pure joy and “inside baseball” nature of the ugliest jerseys ranking, spiked by the panel’s impromptu reactions.
- Multiple playful tangents (from NBA revelations to offbeat poll questions) keep the banter light and entertaining throughout.
- The Tim Kurkjian story closes things out with the classic Le Batard affection for the quirky and awkward, uniting sports fans in laughter.
Timestamps for Major Segments
| Segment | Timestamp | |------------------------------------------------------- |----------- | | World Series Watch-Along Preview | 00:47 | | Steelers Uniform Hellfire & Start of Top 5 | 02:13 | | JuJu’s Top 5 Ugliest NFL Jerseys | 03:00 – 05:07| | NBA Stuff & Chauncey Billups Drama | 05:34 – 07:14| | MMA/UFC Controversy | 07:14 – 09:03| | Baseball Weekend Reactions | 09:03 – 09:33| | Poll Segment & Results | 09:33 – 11:40| | Funniest Sports Weekend Moment (Kurkjian Blooper) | 11:47 – end |
Summary
This episode is a quintessential slice of The Dan Le Batard Show’s irreverent, sports-obsessed world. From hyperbolic jersey critiques and collective mockery of athletic fashion missteps to sharp, fast-moving reactions to the sporting weekend, no topic feels off limits. JuJu Gotti’s “Top 5 Ugliest Jerseys” is the hilarious anchor, but digressions about poll absurdities, NBA MVP candidates, and even MMA controversy keep the pace brisk and the laughs coming. The show’s tone is warm, inclusive, and playfully chaotic, making it perfect for listeners who want both deep sports takes and pure entertainment.
