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First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette
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    Hour 2: Media Day!

    07/23/2026 | 46 mins.
    Training camp is here! The first NFL teams are reporting, and we're taking a look at the biggest questions, expectations, and storylines as a new season gets underway.

    Then, a potential leak has the basketball world talking — could we have a clue about LeBron James' next move?

    And in college football, Alabama is chasing another championship run. We'll discuss what the Crimson Tide must do to get back into the national title conversation.
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  • First Take

    Hour 1: Flip Out

    07/23/2026 | 47 mins.
    Today on FIRST TAKE:

    The NFL is back as the first teams report to training camp — we'll break down the biggest storylines as the road to the season officially begins.

    Plus, did a potential leak reveal where LeBron James could be headed next? We'll dive into the latest buzz surrounding the NBA superstar.

    And in college football, what does Alabama need to change to get back to the National Championship stage? We debate what it will take for the Crimson Tide to return to the top.
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  • First Take

    Hour 2: Is Kirby Smart A Bad Coach?

    07/21/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with Paul Finebaum and Jordan Rodgers live from SEC Media day! Four years removed from their last CFP championship, Paul and Jordan can feel the tension in the Tampa air as SEC officials ponder seceding from the NCAA! Then, Chris Canty is TIRED of Joe Burrow getting a free pass! If he doesn't get to the playoffs this year, will he ever go back? Next, who's the team to beat in the AFC?
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  • First Take

    Hour 1: Are The Cowboys Super Bowl Contenders?

    07/21/2026 | 47 mins.
    First Take begins with the 50 day countdown to NFL!! 50 more days until Cowboys self destruction, Lamarvelous, Jalen Hurts underwhelming performances, and a potential Aaron Donald return? We can't wait!! Then, what's the rush, LeBron? Agent Rich Paul says no one can rush the GOAT, not even Commissioner Silver! How long is this free agency saga going to drag on? Next, UnSportsmanLike's own Chris Canty tells us what needs to go right in Philly for the Eagles to make a Super Bowl run?
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  • First Take

    Hour 2: Spain Sends Messi Home Ringless!

    07/21/2026 | 47 mins.
    Spain is on top of the soccer world after capturing the World Cup, and we're breaking down how they got it done—and what this championship means for the future of the sport. Back here in the States, the LeBron watch continues. Is he staying put, or is another blockbuster move on the horizon? We'll debate what's next for the King. And the road to Super Bowl 61 starts now. Which quarterback has what it takes to carry his team all the way—and which contenders are getting way too much hype? The debate starts now.
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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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