Episodes

  • Rick Pitino is BACK! St. John’s + Broken Brackets?

    Rick Pitino is BACK! St. John’s + Broken Brackets?
    Mar 26 2026

    The bracket has been cut to sixteen, and the coaching carousel is already spinning at a breakneck pace. Join Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano for Episode 107 of Moving The Goal Posts as we break down a transformative opening weekend of March Madness and a massive shift in the NBA hierarchy.


    We lead with the toast of New York: St. John’s is back in the Sweet 16. For the first time since 1999, the Red Storm have punched their ticket to the second weekend following Dylan Darling’s legendary buzzer-beating layup to stun Kansas. We analyze the "Pitino Effect," Zuby Ejiofor’s dominance in the paint, and whether the Johnnies have the defensive grit to pull off the ultimate upset against overall #1 seed Duke in Washington.


    The conversation turns to the brewing controversy in Chapel Hill. Following a historic collapse against VCU, the pressure on Hubert Davis reached a boiling point. We discuss the fallout of the Tar Heels' second consecutive opening-round exit and the "Standard of Excellence" that defines blue-blood basketball. [PLEASE NOTE: Following the recording of this episode, the University of North Carolina officially announced that Hubert Davis has been fired as head coach.]


    We also address the "Chalk Talk" surrounding the 2026 tournament. With mid-majors going 0-23 in the first round and the Sweet 16 consisting entirely of power conference programs, we ask: Is the "Cinderella" era officially over? We debate if the transfer portal and NIL have permanently tipped the scales or if we’re just one buzzer-beater away from the madness returning.


    Finally, we hit the hardwood in Los Angeles. The Lakers recently saw their nine-game win streak snapped by the Pistons, but the bigger picture remains electric. Behind a resurgent Luka Dončić and clutch shooting from Luke Kennard, the Lakers have climbed to 3rd in the West. We analyze if this roster has found the "Finals DNA" needed to navigate a loaded Western Conference playoff bracket.


    Leave a comment: Is St. John's a legitimate Final Four threat, or does the road end against Duke?


    #MovingTheGoalPosts #MarchMadness #StJohns #SJU #HubertDavis #UNC #Lakers #LukaDoncic #Sweet16 #EmptyTheBench

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 83 POINTS! Bam Adebayo Beats Kobe + March Madness

    83 POINTS! Bam Adebayo Beats Kobe + March Madness
    Mar 18 2026

    The bracket is set and the chaos has officially arrived. Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano huddle up for Episode 106 to navigate the madness of the NCAA Tournament. We lead with a comprehensive preview of the opening round, identifying the blue-bloods on upset alert and the mid-major programs poised to become the talk of the country by the weekend. Whether you are looking for a lock in the 5-12 matchups or trying to find a path to the Final Four for the favorites, we are breaking down the film and the momentum heading into Thursday.


    The conversation shifts to the professional hardwood to address the firestorm surrounding Bam Adebayo. After dropping a historic eighty-three points against the Washington Wizards, the Miami Heat star has found himself at the center of a heated debate regarding sportsmanship and stat-padding. We analyze the "unethical" nature of the Heat’s late-game tactics, Erik Spoelstra’s defiant defense of his captain, and why the emotional story involving Bam’s grandmother has changed the perspective for many fans. We ask if chasing history justifies throwing the unwritten rules of the game out the window or if eighty-three is a number that speaks for itself regardless of the circumstances.


    In the NFL, the quarterback carousel has taken a massive turn with Kyler Murray officially signing a one-year deal with the Minnesota Vikings. Following his release from the Arizona Cardinals, Murray finds himself in a high-stakes "prove-it" scenario in the Twin Cities. We discuss the fit in Kevin O'Connell’s offense, the competition with J.J. McCarthy, and how the Vikings managed to land the former top pick for the league minimum. We also explore what this move means for the Cardinals as they enter a full reset and whether Minnesota has just secured the best value contract in the league.


    Finally, we head to the diamond to react to the growing discourse surrounding the World Baseball Classic. With stars like Kiké Hernández, Bryce Harper, and Aaron Judge offering their unfiltered thoughts on the tournament’s intensity compared to the World Series and the Olympics, we debate the future of the international game. From the electric atmosphere of the crowds to the personal pride of representing a national flag, we analyze why the 2026 WBC has become the definitive stage for baseball’s global stars and whether MLB should be worried about their own championship losing its luster by comparison.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Jets Trade for Geno & Minkah? + The Maxx Crosby Disaster

    Jets Trade for Geno & Minkah? + The Maxx Crosby Disaster
    Mar 12 2026
    On this high-stakes Episode 105 of Moving The Goal Posts, hosts Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano break down a seismic week of NFL trades and a controversial decision from the NBA that has the sports world talking. The quarterback carousel has officially exploded as we analyze the Atlanta Falcons' massive move to acquire Tua Tagovailoa and the immediate ripple effect in Miami where the Dolphins have pivoted to Malik Willis as their new signal-caller. We go inside the war room to discuss why the Baltimore Ravens ultimately pulled out of the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes at the eleventh hour and shift focus to the New York City headlines where the Jets have stunned the league by trading for both Geno Smith and Minkah Fitzpatrick in a clear "win-now" push for the AFC East. Finally, we move to the hardwood to discuss the fallout and league-wide implications of the NBA's decision to officially cancel Magic City Night.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Kyler Murray RELEASED! Daniel Jones to the Colts?

    Kyler Murray RELEASED! Daniel Jones to the Colts?
    Mar 5 2026
    On this high-stakes Episode 104 of Moving The Goal Posts, hosts Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano dive headfirst into a whirlwind of roster-shaking news following the March 3rd NFL tag deadline and a shockwave in college hoops. The duo breaks down the seismic end of an era in Arizona as the Cardinals officially move to release Kyler Murray, discussing his massive $36.8 million dead cap hit and where the former No. 1 overall pick might land for the 2026 season. Shifting to the AFC East, the guys analyze the New York Jets’ decision to place the franchise tag on star running back Breece Hall as a placeholder for a long-term deal, before dissecting the Indianapolis Colts' rare use of the transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones following his season-ending Achilles injury. Finally, the show turns to the hardwood to address the abrupt and mysterious dismissal of leading scorer Chad Baker-Mazara from Eric Musselman’s USC program, examining what the loss of their star graduate student means for the Trojans' dwindling tournament hopes.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Team USA wins Olympic gold over Knicks

    Team USA wins Olympic gold over Knicks
    Feb 26 2026
    On Episode 103 of Moving the Goal Posts, Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano dive headfirst into a whirlwind week for American sports, headlined by a legendary "double gold" performance on the ice in Milan. The guys break down the pure magic of Team USA Men’s and Women’s Hockey both capturing Gold Medals, reflecting on the historical weight of the Men's first victory over Canada since the Miracle on Ice and the sheer dominance shown by the Women’s squad throughout the tournament. Shifting gears to the diamond, Nick and Johnny tackle the online discourse comparing the Olympics to the World Baseball Classic, laying out exactly why these two stages represent entirely different animals in terms of stakes, tradition, and global atmosphere. Of course, it wouldn't be a New York sports show without some hard truths, and the duo pulls no punches while discussing the Knicks' baffling inability to handle the Detroit Pistons, questioning how a supposed contender can repeatedly falter against the bottom of the Eastern Conference. From locker room vibes to the biggest headlines across the league, the guys cover all this and more in a high-energy session that balances hometown frustration with national pride.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Stephen A Smith for president is tanking the NBA

    Stephen A Smith for president is tanking the NBA
    Feb 19 2026
    On this high-stakes Episode 102 of Moving The Goal Posts, Nick DiMartino and Callan McClurg tackle a massive slate of sports and culture stories, starting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s intensifying crusade against tanking and whether his proposed solutions can actually fix the league's competitive balance. The conversation takes a wild turn into the political arena as the guys weigh in on the viral buzz surrounding Stephen A. Smith potentially running for president, debating if his "First Take" style would actually play on a national debate stage. Things get more serious as they break down the intense backlash LeBron James is facing over his recent comments on Israel, examining the fine line superstars walk when weighing in on global conflicts. Turning back to the court, Nick and Callen offer a brutal autopsy of NBA All-Star Weekend and brainstorm ways to inject life back into the mid-season break. On the gridiron front, they dissect Mike Elko’s blunt blueprint for saving a fractured College Football landscape from the chaos of NIL and the transfer portal, before wrapping up with a lightning round of "Goal Post" takes on the week’s biggest headlines.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Kalshi taxes Sam Darnold for load management

    Kalshi taxes Sam Darnold for load management
    Feb 11 2026
    The Lombardi Trophy is headed back to the Pacific Northwest!!!! This week's Moving The Goal Posts, Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano break down the fallout from an instant classic in Super Bowl LX, where the Seattle Seahawks officially reclaimed their throne. After analyzing the championship heroics, the guys shift gears to the gritty intersection of sports and finance to discuss California’s "Jock Tax" following Boomer Esiason’s fiery rant on Boomer & Gio regarding the heavy hit athletes take playing in the Golden State. The controversy continues as prediction market Kalshi finds itself under fire for a questionable Cardi B prop bet that has critics questioning the platform's direction, while a disgruntled Chris "Mad Dog" Russo sounds off on the ongoing epidemic of NBA Load Management. From championship parades to the "Goal Post" takes of the week, this episode covers the heavy hitters, the tax collectors, and everything in between.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Bill Belichick kept out of the Epstein files

    Bill Belichick kept out of the Epstein files
    Feb 5 2026
    Episode 100 of Moving The Goal Posts with Nick DiMartino and Johnny Montalbano dives headfirst into a whirlwind of sports headlines and high-stakes drama. The duo begins by tackling the shocking Pro Football Hall of Fame snubs of Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft, questioning how the masterminds of the Patriots' dynasty were both left on the outside looking in for the Class of 2026. The conversation takes a serious turn as they discuss the fallout of Giants co-owner Steve Tisch being named in the newly unsealed Epstein documents, examining what this means for the league's reputation. Shifting to the hardwood, Nick and Johnny break down the final hours of the NBA Trade Deadline, analyzing which contenders secured the missing piece and which teams are officially waving the white flag. Finally, the show centers on the looming Super Bowl LX showdown in Santa Clara, where the Seattle Seahawks enter as -4.5 favorites against the New England Patriots. With the over/under set at 45.5, the guys provide an exhaustive breakdown of the matchup, their favorite degenerate prop bets, and their official score predictions for this historic rematch.

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    1 hr and 12 mins