The HatTrick Sports Podcast | Episode 162

On the 162nd episode of The HatTrick Sports Podcast, host Isaiah opens the episode with a moment of remembrance, honoring the passing of Tommy John, the legendary pitcher whose name became synonymous with one of the most common surgeries in all of sports. Isaiah reflects on the impact John had on the game and what his legacy means for every pitcher who has come back from that procedure and gone on to have a career because of it. He then shifts to the NFL, reacting to Devon Witherspoon signing his extension and making the case for why locking up one of the most electric defensive backs in the league was an absolute must for Seattle. He also covers DeMarcus Lawrence confirming that the 2026 season will be his last, reflecting on the career of a pass rusher who has been one of the most respected players at his position for years. Isaiah also covers the update on Ricky Pearsall following his surgery and what the road to recovery looks like for the young receiver as he works to get back on the field. He then reacts to one of the most surprising stories of the week, breaking down Jayden Daniels sending a cease and desist to LSU and what the dispute is actually about and what it means for the relationship between college programs and their former star players going forward. It is a heavy and eventful episode that covers loss, business, and big NFL storylines all in one sitting. Make sure you are following HatTrick Sports on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube at @thehattricksportspodcast for all the short-form content, and head over to shophattricksports.com to check out the merch store. Also visit dubby.gg and use promo code HATTRICKSPORTS for 10% off your order!