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This week, we let the liquor talk. Caroline flexes her pop culture knowledge by breaking down why Brianna Chickenfry got the support of Boston Bruins players after her highly publicized split from country star Zach Bryan. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  How divine intervention played into the Saints snapping their losing streak The beef between NBA stars Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokoumpo  The Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight and why Blake and Caroline will not be tuning in live The Ringer’s Nora Princiotti on Taylor Swift’s impact on the NFL, what Jerry Jones needs to do about the glaring problem inside AT&T Stadium, and why the Lions are poised for a playoff run in the NFC The top “Send It” moments of the week, including the Oxford Police Department instructing Ole Miss students where to put the goalposts after their upset win over Georgia, LeBron breaking his own record, and breakdancer Raygun in… the NFL? Nora’s Instagram: @noraprinciotti Blake’s Instagram: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s Instagram: @cghendy theSkimm’s Instagram: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features a major theme: men behaving badly. Between the election, time change, and Halloweekend, players, fans, and coaches all found a way to make headlines this week.  In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  Blake and Caroline’s marathon cheering recap Why Joel Embiid got physical with journalist Marcus Hayes in the 76ers locker room A shocking viewership stat about the World Series and NCAA women’s basketball  NFL plays of the week including Garrett Wilson’s one-handed TD and Saquon Barkley’s Simone Biles-esque backwards hurdle  How Aaron Rodgers and Gwyneth Paltrow are more alike than we thought  Caroline’s takes on Puka Nacua and Brian Branch’s ejections in week 10 Our favorite “Send It” moments of the week, including a wiener dog who stormed the field, the Pistons taking the subway, and the most subtle trash-talking from a Lions fan at Lambeau  Blake’s Instagram: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s Instagram: @cghendy theSkimm’s Instagram: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaquille O’Neal’s appearance on Angel Reese’s podcast, “Unapologetically Angel”, served as a reminder for everyone but especially men: never comment on women’s bodies, period. Blake and Caroline share their thoughts on his uncomfy comments. In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  Hendy’s Halloween plans (working) and Blake’s latest visit to the University of Michigan  Why people are losing their sh*t over the Dwayne Wade statue, and why Blake believes it serves as a lesson in confidence  Rating Anthony Edwards’ trash-talking against Bronny Jr., plus whether Bronny can break thru Lebron’s legacy  New York Road Runners upcoming marathon with insights about the race from the org’s SVP of Strategic Partnerships, Christine Burke NFL Week 8 highlights including the insane hail mary from the Washington Commanders, Trevon Diggs getting feisty with a reporter, and Anthony Richardson pulling out from his game because he was … tired?  Our favorite “Send It” moments of the week, including Giannis’s press conference costume, the Uncrustable Craze feeding the NFL, and Ilona Maher latest viral TikTok. Blake’s Instagram: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s Instagram: @cghendy theSkimm’s Instagram: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blake and Caroline react to the New York Liberty’s insane OT win over the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals. Meanwhile, the NBA season kicks off today and the people can’t help but wonder: will Lebron and Bronny Jr. take the court together in their first regular season game?  In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  WTF the “Sports Equinox” is and when it’s happening  The theatrical albeit botched fake injury of one Alabama Crimson Tide player  The problematic response from Myles Garrett after Browns QB Deshaun Watson finally tapped out due to injury  The unlikely key to the Chiefs’ clinching their 6-0 record (hint: no athletic skills required) The relatable Real Housewives-esque tagline of Stefon Diggs  Our favorite “Send It” moments from this week, including the adorable dog on the WNBA sidelines, ScarJo trolling the Mets, and Tom Brady’s…hologram? Blake’s Instagram: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s Instagram: @cghendy theSkimm’s Instagram: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Cowboys had their most devastating loss yet after Sabrina Carpenter wore a Cowboys sweatshirt. It deepened rumors that Sabrina cast a hex on several sports teams after donning their merch, leading Blake and Caroline to question: is Sabrina a teenage witch?  In this episode of Well Played, we’ll also cover:  The WAGs who made our favorite touchdown celebration of the week  Why Donte DiVicenzo and Rick Brunson were beefing on the court after the Knicks and T-wolves pre-season game  The woman who just became the NHL’s first female coach  Several health updates coming out of NFL week 6 including: Jim Harbaugh’s 2-0 heart arrhythmia record, the broken leg that’s likely to cost Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson his season, and Tua’s post-concussion return ft. Megan Gailey  Why Eagles coach Nick Sirianni is apologizing to fans after his team…won?  Who Megan is rooting for in the WNBA and MLB playoffs Listen to Megan’s show “Sports, Bitches” wherever you get your podcasts and be sure to follow her on all socials:  Megan’s Instagram: @bettermegangailey Blake’s Instagram: @blaaakkkke Caroline’s Instagram: @cghendy theSkimm’s Instagram: @theskimm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices