Covino & Rich

The Best Of Covino & Rich

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Key takeaways

  • Picking fruit can be an amusing metaphor for life lessons, down to personal anecdotes shared for humor.
  • Week 3 of the NFL revealed significant performances and upsets, particularly the Browns vs. Packers game.
  • The debate over the AL MVP is intense, with various statistics and viewpoints influencing opinions on Aaron Judge versus Cal Raleigh.
  • Trivia segments can add a layer of fun to sports discussions, alongside providing betting insights for upcoming games.

Summary

The Ripe Plum Test and Personal Anecdotes

The hosts amusingly discuss the "ripe plum test" as a metaphor to explain how to pick the right produce. Rich shares a humorous story about his wife’s fruit selection skills, likening the firmness of perfect fruit to the feel of a good implant. This quirky conversation sets a light-hearted tone for the discussion.

Week 3 Observations in NFL

The show dives into key takeaways from Week 3 of the NFL, highlighting significant injuries, upset games such as the Browns defeating the Packers, and the implications for teams like the 49ers. Key performances and game moments, including exciting details of the games and player injuries are thoroughly discussed, providing a quick recap for listeners.

MVP Debate: Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh

An intense debate ensues between the hosts over whether Cal Raleigh of the Mariners should win the AL MVP over Aaron Judge of the Yankees. The discussion showcases varied opinions and statistics, highlighting the performance criteria of both players, leading to passionate arguments and insights into the players’ contributions.

Trivia Showdown and Weekly Bet Predictions

The podcast features a competitive trivia segment, "Last One Standing," where participants guess answers related to sports trivia, leading to a fun and engaging atmosphere. Additionally, the hosts provide predictions for Monday Night Football, weighing the likelihood of the Lions covering the spread against the Ravens, and engaging in playful banter about betting strategies.

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Show notes

C&R explain the ripe plum test! The timer is on Rich's METS STINK speech. Fire up Week 3 'THINGS THAT MAKE YOU GO HMM!' Kickers matter, injury plague, Browns upset the Pack, Rams, Broncos, Indiana Jones, Special Teams & more! They get into a heated argument about fans who say Cal Raleigh should get the AL MVP over Aaron Judge! Plus, 'LAST ONE STANDING' & your MNF bet! 

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