While Skip Bayless may have really bad takes and can be biased towards specific teams and players, he is misunderstood and not appreciated for he has done for the sports talk show industry. While this show often focuses mostly on Lebron James, the Dallas Cowboys, Tom Brady, and the New England Patriots I understand why because these teams and athletes generate the highest ratings due to their popularity. Shannon Sharpe is the complete opposite of Bayless when it comes to all of the topics above which leads to lively debates. Despite the main focus being on a select few teams and athletes, the best part of this show comes after the Super Bowl as the show opens up to many more topics on the NBA, the NFL offseason, and societal topics that intertwine with sports.
Sharpe is one of the best hires a network has ever made. He has great quotes from his grandparents and stories from his Hall of Fame playing days in the NFL. His energy is contagious and is always prepared for every topic. He is quite simply fantastic at what he does. This show is not for everyone, but the personalities and lively debates make up for any shortcomings making this show a great watch and listen.