Standing On The SideLine
183 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsSideLine Sports is a new wave of sports media brought to you by fans who aren't afraid to voice their thoughts and opinions no matter how controversial or opposed they may be. SLS is a network built around being as relatable as possible with our following. We aren't your cookie cutter sports coverage, we don't aspire to be mainstream and we aren't interested in trying to appear produced. Our guarantee is that you will always get nothing but authenticity and natural reactions from people just like you, fans with opinions.Standing On The SideLine is the feature presentation of SLS inc based around the personalities that make up this lively crew of sports fanatics. Unfiltered, uncut and probably the most relatable sports talk you’ll ever hear. S.O.T.S prides itself on tip toeing the boundary between journalism and fandom. Sometimes biased? Sure. Completely factual? Not always. Entertaining? For damn sure. #SLSToTheMoon
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Episodes
Pride vs Profit
June 09, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBWe start off episode 28 with a recap of the "boxing" (and I use that word loosely) event that took place in Miami, FL between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul that even had Chad Ochocinco as one of the opening fights. Didn't take long to tell you what we saw in that showing but it introduced a topic that unknowingly would become a theme of the episode, "Pride vs Profit". We saw profit take precedence in this fight despite Logan not being in the same realm of fighting as Floyd. We see it again...
F*** You Boston / Champions League Double Feature
June 04, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBEpisode 27 was planned to be a soccer podcast where we were going to cover the results of the Champions League as well as major transfer news and world cup qualifiers. AND THEN THE SPORTS WORLD BLESSED US: - Dame's 50 ball / Career in Portland over? - LeBron not built to carry Lakers - Danny Ainge steps down, Brad Stevens steps in (incoming rant) - Coach K leaving Duke - Messi hints at MLS So we went ahead and added the soccer podcast at the end because those conversations were too good to ...
First Round Exit
June 01, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBWe start episode 26 off by laying the Miami Heat's season to rest after getting swept by the Milwaukee Bucks before diving into the rest of the series still going on in the NBA playoffs. Hawks take a 3-1 lead on overachieving Knicks, Brooklyn's Big 3 responds to Jayson Tatum's 50 ball- players safety becomes a concern around the league; AD goes down and Suns tie series up 2-2, Joel Embiid carries Sixers to 3-0 lead on Wizards, Clippers wake up and tie series 2-2, Blazers and Nuggets series i...
When It Rains It Pours
May 27, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBEpisode 25 starts off with a recap of the sh*tshow that was Game 2 Heat vs Bucks and where they go from here. Afterwards, Nuggets take Game 2 against Portland, Mavs apply pressure and go up 2-0 on Clippers and Brooklyn's Big 3 barely broke a sweat and take a commanding 2-0 lead. We look ahead at Wednesday's games and give our predictions: Wizards @ Sixers, Hawks @ Knicks, Grizzlies @ Jazz and Julius Randle and Jordan Clarkson take home some hardware. Tom Brady dominated Aaron Rodgers via Twi...
Playoff Basketball Brings Out The Worst In People
May 25, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBEpisode 24 starts off with a final look back on the Golden State Warriors season and all that led up to the playoffs as most game 1's began on Saturday. The guys go over each game played, most notably the Miami Heat's disappointing game 1 loss to the Bucks (incoming rant), Nets big 3 drop 82 on the Celtics, Clippers false flexed on the Mavericks and a preview of Sunday's games. LeBron violated league protocols to get saucy with Drake and Michael B. Jordan but of course no punishment in sight...
Playoff Basketball Brings Out The Worst In People
May 25, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBEpisode 24 starts off with a final look back on the Golden State Warriors season and all that led up to the playoffs as most game 1's began on Saturday. The guys go over each game played, most notably the Miami Heat's disappointing game 1 loss to the Bucks (incoming rant), Nets big 3 drop 82 on the Celtics, Clippers false flexed on the Mavericks and a preview of Sunday's games. LeBron violated league protocols to get saucy with Drake and Michael B. Jordan but of course no punishment in sight...
SLS Thadeu, Not Tomorrow
May 22, 2021 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBTHE BRAND KEEPS GROWING. Our newest member Thadeu joins the crew and adds some credibility in the soccer world. From growing up playing the game to actually playing overseas and just being a fan his whole life, he adds a different perspective (let's face it, a more knowledgeable perspective) to the brand. We touch on everything from Champions League, to the inaugural English Premier League Hall of Fame class as well as the summer transfer window and where the biggest names could land. A pack...
SLS Thadeu, Not Tomorrow
May 22, 2021 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBTHE BRAND KEEPS GROWING. Our newest member Thadeu joins the crew and adds some credibility in the soccer world. From growing up playing the game to actually playing overseas and just being a fan his whole life, he adds a different perspective (let's face it, a more knowledgeable perspective) to the brand. We touch on everything from Champions League, to the inaugural English Premier League Hall of Fame class as well as the summer transfer window and where the biggest names could land. A pack...
Last Day of the NBA Season
May 17, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBEpisode 22 starts off with the intro of a new face holding it down in the other members absence. The guys cover everything from what a "play in" actually is, to the final standings after the last day in the NBA. Later on we go over our NBA awards predictions (you might be surprised from the names you hear). Finally wrapping it up with everything going on in the NFL: Aaron Rodgers & Green Bay drama, Rookie QB's going into their first training camp and who's in the best position to succeed; Ja...
The Only Mock Draft That Matters
April 28, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBWith the NFL Draft happening tomorrow night (4/29 @ 8pm EST) SLS's head honcho AB gives us his first round mock. Be sure to tune in on IG & Facebook @ 8 o'clock and catch SLS's coverage of the NFL Draft #LetsGetIt
NFL Mock Draft From A College Football Insider
April 26, 2021 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBWith NFL Draft happening this Thursday, April 29th, SLS's very own college football insider (and resident Jets fan) JD Ciuzio sits down with AB to give us his first round mock.
'96 vs '03
April 22, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBThe show starts off with a wellness check on SLS Chicago given the underwhelming performance of the Cubs (00:50). Afterwards, the guys get right into NBA TV documentary "Ready or Not: The '96 Draft" and breakdown all the story lines that went into a night that would change the NBA forever (02:00). Then things pick up pretty quickly as the conversation shifts to one of the greatest debates in NBA history: which draft class is greater 96 vs 03 (37:25) We know two things in life: 1. sports and ...
Anybody Can Get It
April 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBEpisode 18 starts off with a dramatic reading of the hilarious exchange between Kevin Durant and Michael Rapaport and then the guys get into the rest of the news around the NBA and even discuss the "bro" culture in the NBA as well as the lack of competitiveness. Later on, Kal dives deep into the world of the MLB and gives us his way too early assessments of each team during opening week. The NFL offseason stays popping off what seems like every day. Enjoy, good one as always #LetsGetIt
Everyone's On Edge
April 01, 2021 00:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBThem SLS boys are usually always on the same page but every once in a while we get an episode like this where we can't find one topic we agree on. Show starts off with an unexpected argument about the greatest sports dynasty of all-time and what should define a dynasty, altogether. That conversation set the tone for the rest of the show and nothing was held back. A longer episode than usual but we covered everything. The Deshaun Watson allegations continue to grow and one of the members stan...
NBA Trade Deadline Winners & Losers
March 27, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBAB and Chz break down the biggest trades from the NBA trade deadline and give you their grades of all the moves made. #LetsGetIt
Last Man Standing
March 25, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThe NBA has been absolutely rocked by injuries with damn near every top tier name out currently. Could the MVP race come down to who's played the most games? The New York Football Giants have been very active in free agency with the signings of Kenny Golladay and Adoree Jackson. Are they primed to take a big step forward in the NFC? A lot of players have gotten paid in the MLB this offseason and there's a lot more money still to be dished out. A good one as always #LetsGetIt
Don't Blame Andy Dalton
March 22, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSLS Debates takes over Standing On The SideLine and we got a good one for you starting off with potentially the biggest off-season mishap that went down courtesy of the Chicago Bears. JuJu takes less money to stay with the Steelers, what this deal means for him and Pittsburgh moving forward. Bill Belicheck broke the mf'ing bank in free agency, is Tom Brady living in his head rent free? The NFL gave the Saints a slap on the wrist for their Covid violations during the 2020 season but did we ex...
Snow Kills / Kal vs Crypto
March 02, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBBeen a minute since we last spoke but them SLS boys are back with lots to talk about. Show starts off with one of the members recently getting married and all the chaos that ensued to make this happen. Later on, Abboud walks back his defense of snow as we learn that it actually is the most dangerous element. Kal is at war with Elon Musk plus some finance talk for all my people out there that don't know much about anything. Everybody's in the studio, this one is as good as it gets. Enoy SLS n...
And Then There Were 2
January 25, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBWas there ever any doubt that all roads would lead to a Bucs vs Chiefs Super Bowl? Championship weekend did not disappoint as we watched two incredible games with 4 of the best QB's in the league face off but only two would be left standing when the dust cleared. Abboud is joined by Chz and Kal as them SLS boys break down each game and give you an early Super Bowl prediction. The guys were excited, we know NFL fans are excited and we got a good one for y'all as always. #LetsGetIt
Where Would The Space Station Be?
January 12, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBAny time this collective of humans get together it's sure to be a good time. Show starts with the guys airing their frustrations over Covid. Later on we discuss whether certain things are worth acknowledging or is it better to just leave BS alone sometimes. Abboud, Cheese and Kal go into a deep dive on dads and how parenting effects how a kid grows up. Also, Amer shares with us a interesting fact none of us knew. The guys get into the hypothetical possibility of moving to a foreign country b...
Week 17 Woes / Top 5 NBA Teams Post Jordan Era
January 04, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBWeek 17 of the NFL season had plenty of drama and heartbreak but just enough good luck for the Bears to sneak their way into the post-season. The guys break down each game on the schedule and give you an idea of what the playoff picture looks like after Sunday night. To finish off the show the long awaited "Top 5 NBA Teams Post Jordan Era" list finally comes to fruition and the guys take an NBA deep dive for the ages. Good time as always. #LetsGetIt
You Can't Cheat Time
December 30, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBLast episode of 2020... Show starts off with a recap of Week 16 in the NFL. Later on, Abboud discusses how the Giants had their own destiny in their hands and proceeded to go 0-3 and potentially cap off another miserable season. On the flip side, Amer speaks on the Bears recent massacre of the Jacksonville Jaguars and where Chicago stands going into an important Week 17. And lastly, Amer updates us on what's going on around the MLB and Abboud gives us all the news from the NBA opening week. ...
Fake Love
December 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBThis episode starts off with some terrible bathroom habits from one of the guys and then takes a more serious turn as the Chicago boys catch up on the city and all the things that effect it. Later on the guys get super introspective and discuss the creative difficulties they either have faced or continue to face and how to deal with them. and finally, we all deal with it at some point and the guys go deep into "fake love" or support from people you know don't mean it. Probably the best combi...
Victory/Misery Monday
December 14, 2020 22:00 - 2 hours - 91.5 MBSLS Chicago kicks off the show with recapping the Bears Victory over the Houston Texans as well as where they think the organization goes from here. Abboud joins the show and discusses the pothole the Giants ran into and lays to rest the #RoadTo9-7. The fellas breakdown the best games from Sunday, dive into which conference is more competitive and they even have time to share some NFL conspiracy theories. Later on, they get into the NBA starting back up and what to expect as well as Paul "Ov...
Be a Honey Badger
December 11, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBI'm gonna level with you, this is probably one of the most random episodes of any podcast that you will hear. And we're proud of that. Show starts off with another one of Amer's patented hypotheticals which leads the crew to wonder, is Amer with the Feds? Later on we take a deep dive on food and how it makes us feel (do not listen if you are hungry). The First Lady of SLS joins us and we cover an array of topics from last meal on death row, how women know to take care of themselves better th...
He Got Stabbed?
November 26, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBThis rollercoaster ride of a podcast begins with the Chicago guys updating us on the state of Chicago sports. Later on Ciuz and Abboud join the show to discuss the NBA draft and free agency. Afterwards the guys get into the games they're looking forward to most and get into a heated debate on the best quarteback from the 2020 NFL draft class and Abboud may have gone overboard on his Giants prediction. We get a good business lesson at the end and find out the consequences of chasing the bag. ...
The Brand Keeps Growing
November 21, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBJust like the title says, the brand just keeps on growing. Our newest member Kalz introduces himself and discusses how he first got introduced to SLS and then goes a little bit deeper into Amer and his history. Later on Ciuz blesses the podcast with possibly the greatest sound bite and that just leads down a path of ridiculous conversations, including Only Fans (again) and even cover foot fetishes. The podcast takes a serious sports dive when the conversation of greatest baseball player of a...
We Caved In and Talked Sports
November 17, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThe best way to describe this episode, is simply 4 grown men yelling about basketball. Amer finds a very suspect list of the top NBA teams of all time that left Abboud and Ciuz disgruntled. Amer and David take us down memory lane as they relive the prolific Jordan era in Chicago. Abboud and David get into a heated debate about 2017 Warriors vs. '95 Bulls. Lastly the guys debate who you would rather build a franchise around: Steve Nash or Allen Iverson. A good one as always, enjoy folks!
Lottttttttaaaa Spoilers
November 13, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBThis one is all over the place and we just want to apologize in advance for the amount of spoilers you're about to hear. Hopefully most of you aren't like Abboud and don't wait absolutely last minute to watch shows or else we're probably about to ruin some for you. Show starts with a hilarious engagement that Ciuz had online with somebody about the current state of the New York Jets. Afterwards, Amer and Ciuz just can't seem to not argue but we come to a solution. We take probably the deepes...
No More Questions
November 09, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 68 MBWe've given you sports talk. We've given you glimpses into who we are. The one thing we haven't given you guys is the full story on how we got here. Meet the creative minds behind SideLine Sports as we embark on an audio recorded adventure unlike any other. The gang's all here and they cover everything from how they met to starting SLS. We're joined by the First Lady of SLS, Dania, and she explains how she manages to run an entire media company with the most difficult partners. Later on we d...
Blue In The Face Ep. 1
October 23, 2020 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBAbboud breaks down the Giants disappointing Thursday Night game against the Philadelphia Eagles as well as what their next moves should be.
NFL Week 5 Pick'Ems
October 11, 2020 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBAmer and Abboud get together to provide their week 5 predictions for the NFL Schedule.
312 Sports Ep. 1
October 02, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBSideLine Sports Native Chicagoans Amer Abed and David Rucker kick off 312 Sports with a breakdown of the Bears Week 3 Victory and their impressive/surprising 3-0 start. The guys sit down and cover everything from coaching and game planning to roster moves and even give their bold predictions. Some good convo and couple laughs! Follow us on all of our socials @ SideLine Sports Inc