Covino & Rich
Hour 1- Beyer and Rhodes Guest Hosting
· Summarized
Key takeaways
- Travis Kelce acknowledges distractions from his off-field career might affect his on-field performance.
- There's emotional complexity surrounding the potential for a younger player like Cal Raleigh to break a well-loved player's record.
- Dan Marino's 1984 passing season remains a remarkable feat of sports history, especially when compared with modern standards.
Summary
Travis Kelce's Off-Field Distractions
Dan Beyer and Kerry Rhodes discuss Travis Kelce's recent admission to GQ that off-field endeavors, including a new acting career, may have distracted him last season. They analyze how Kelce's performance dipped, citing that while he had great prior seasons, recent struggles are often attributed to aging and possibly a lack of focus.
Cal Raleigh and Ken Griffey Jr.'s Record
The conversation shifts towards Cal Raleigh and his pursuit to break Ken Griffey Jr.'s team record for home runs. Beyer and Rhodes delve into the emotional implications of Raleigh breaking a record held by a franchise legend, expressing that it wouldn't feel right to eclipse Griffey’s legacy without solid evidence of Raleigh's career continuity.
Dan Marino's Historic Season
Finally, they reflect on Dan Marino's extraordinary 1984 season, emphasizing how unique it was for that era with only 564 passing attempts yielding over 5,000 yards. The hosts draw comparisons to current NFL statistics, illustrating how Marino’s unreal numbers stand against today's prolific passing game.
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Show notes
Dan Beyer and Kerry Rhodes in for C&R as they discuss Travis Kelce and his admission that maybe setting himself up for an off-field career may have distracted him last year. Dan and Kerry talk about how Cal Raleigh breaking a team record by Ken Griffey Jr just wouldn't feel right .Dan and Kerry bring up an exceptional season by Dan Marino.
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