First Take

First Take begins with the battle of Christmas. Fraser Firs, Mariah Carey, and a warm fire...are you thinking of the NBA or NFL? (0:00) Then, it's Bears vs. 49ers in a battle that could decide the one seed in the NFC. Who needs this win more? (12:45) Next, Jeff lists his top 5 NFL teams after week 16! (23:15) Finally, two of the Thunder's four losses have come at the hands of Wemby. Are the Spurs their kryptonite? (34:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with DK Metcalf's two game suspension. Is that too many games, or not enough? (0:00) Next, would you rather have Jalen Hurts or Josh Allen heading into the playoffs? (25:25) Then, we bring on Kendrick Perkins to discuss the Lakers most recent loss to the Suns and JJ Redick's comments on his squads effort. (40:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with DK Metcalf's 2 game suspension. Is it too harsh, and how much will Aaron Rodgers miss his number one receiver? (0:00) Then, we look at the big picture in the NFC North. (13:30) Next, what is Mad Dog mad about this week?? (21:40) Finally, Jake Paul joins to tell us which is more difficult: fighting Floyd Mayweather, or being in the WWE! (32:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Mad Dog! He hates holidays and 49ers skeptics! Does he really think the Fightin' Shanahans can get to the Super Bowl, though? Then, FOOTBALL! Does Lamar get a pass for this dreadful Ravens season? (17:15) How do you view Kalen DeBoer right now? (25:10) Have the Eagles FINALLY righted the ship? (28:50) And, Mad Dog's Nice List! You don't want to miss who he has number one!! (38:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with the Bears comeback. Caleb Williams has taken a leap this year, but can this version of him lead the Bears to the Super Bowl? (7:30). Then, we take a look at Jerry Jones' latest comments on the Cowboys 30th consecutive disappointing season. (11:45) Next, Paul Finebaum tells us which CFP game had his phone exploding with text messages! (23:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices