The Pro Fan League Podcast - Sports Talk From A Biblical Worldview

NFL SPORTS TALK 4 MYLES

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about multiple situations going on around the NFL. He sends sympathies to the family of Marshawn Kneeland and discusses hope in dark places (Psalm 34), he talks about the amazing baptism of 10 players at Baylor, he discusses the NFL trade deadline, he runs through the NFL standings and previews the upcoming college football weekend. Do you have a favorite Michael Jordan memory or a memory from his career that quickly comes to your mind? The re-release of the Jordan 12 "Taxi" has brought a cup full of nostalgia  for Gibbs. Go make plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

THE LOS ANGELES DODGERS AND STAR WARS?

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the legendary exploits witnessed in game 6 and 7 of the World Series. He asks the question "Do you consider the Dodgers to be a villain in the current sports landscape, or will they be viewed in distant sports history as an admirable and excellently run franchise worthy of honor? When you think of a sports villain; who is sports Darth Vader in your sports fan journey? The Pro Fan League Eliminator carries on as the remaining contestants tied once again! Gibbs talks about the international beauty of this baseball season and considers Revelation 7 where a multitude from every nation and tongue will worship and celebrate Jesus Christ, King of the Universe in the new kingdom. That will be an amazing celebration. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

2025-26 NCAA Basketball Preview and The 1 Billion Dollar Collection

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the upcoming NCAA 2025-2026 college basketball season (Champion pick incoming), World Series game 6, the parody increasingly taking over college athletics, and lessons we can learn from former colts owner Jim Irsay and his 1 BILLION dollar memorabilia collection being broken up and sold off. King Solomon and King David help us remember to hold all things with a loose hand because this life is short. Fear the Lord! Spend time on activities that endure. Go make plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

SPORTS EQUINOX ENGAGE

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder T+1  the 32nd sports equinox in history. Gibbs admits he did not actually know the real definition of equinox, he covers a Bradley's blooper, the magnificence of an 18 inning World Series baseball game (How many people on the east coast made it to the end), the continued growth of a young Victor Wembanyana, and lessons of engagement taught by Jesus, the wise men who went to visit him at his birth, Carlie Irsay-Gordon CEO of the Colts, and the Bible. What currently requires an all-in level of engagement from you? Go Make Plays! We are "Not Just Fans"!

COSTCO, THE WORLD SERIES, & POUTINE...

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the Costco-Nike Collaboration, the upcoming World Series, the exciting beginning of the new NBA season, the scandal around the NBA, and he peeks into the College Football Weekend. Gibbs considers the headlines about the accusations against three NBA figures and discusses how it reminds him of the story of King David in 2 Samuel in the Bible. When we enjoy great prosperity be vigilant temptation and vulnerability may very well be lurking. What kind of structures are we putting in place to support us to glorify God in success or failure? Are we utilizing the structures the Triune God has put into place for our good? Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY: THE BIG SHO-HEI

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the 2 Year Anniversary of the show this week, Bradley's Bloopers, Pastor appreciation month, the Pillbox Bat Company (visit here https://pillboxbatco.com)  who craft magnificent art using baseball bats as the medium (not a paid advertisement), the spectacle that Shohei Ohtani is putting on for baseball fans with a playoff performance that has never been seen before, and Indiana and Vanderbilt doing the same on the gridiron. Just as George Springer ran the bases with great excitement last night as he worked for the Blue Jays, what is God doing in your life right now, or inviting you into that is stirring excitement in you? Go make plays! We are "Not Just Fans"! 

2025 NBA PREVIEW: OKICU VINTAGE MAX & JOE

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the fabulous performances we saw from some seasoned veterans last night in sports. Max Scherzer was shooting finger guns before his excellent and clutch start in Seattle and Joe Flacco enjoyed a chili tasting before blowing fresh life into the Bengals in a tug of war victory at the football nursing home over Aaron Rodgers. Gibbs talks about Ohtani's opportunity to grow his legend tonight in Game 4 of the NLCS and the torrid bat of Vladdy Jr. Gibbs also discusses the importance of people who have lived many years pouring wisdom into those who are younger, and the importance of those who are younger seeking out those who are older. Finally, Gibbs gives an NBA preview and makes his 2025 pre-season NBA Champion pick. Go Make Plays! We are "Not Just Fans"!

FRANKLIN AND SNELL IN THE HOUSE OF HEAT

Today on the show Gibbs takes team Lancaster Thunder on a broad tour of the sports world. He talks about Blake Snell and his welcome to the house of heat invitations, Gibbs discusses the James Franklin firing, he updates the NFL standings while adding some juicy flavors to the data, he discusses LIV golf and its cash bonfire, he sends tribute to the Las Vegas Aces and lauds A'Ja Wilson's basketball accomplishment that no hooper has ever accomplished to this point in basketball history. Gibbs also talks about being cautious with rumors and headlines. We need to follow the Lord and be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to be angry, seekers of truth, and when it is right to know when to mind our own business. Go Make Plays! We are "Not Just Fans"!

CRAZY THAT INSPIRES

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about his Stanley Cup pick, and the crazy inspirational moments when you see someone care deeply about what they are doing. Whether that is a pitcher devastated after a loss or a running back and quarterback willing to throw their bodies into danger for an extra yard; sports fans love to see their favorite players on their favorite teams caring and acting like they they are enjoying the moment. Fans love moments that are CRAZY ON THE REAL! Sports provides common moments of identity and all humans like to feel like they are not alone in their commitments. Seeing maximum effort and passion helps the sports fan feel they are not alone or cheering for a lost cause. Just like a full stadium helps the players feel they are not alone in their struggle against an opponent. Gibbs shouts out the 20 year trio in Pittsburgh Penguin country, and discusses a BBQ platter from LA. Finally, we consider the craziness of the Bible and the message of Jesus Christ. Go Make Plays! We are Not Just Fans!

PLAYOFF BASEBALL SASQUATCH SIGHTING

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the Bonkers nature of sports. The pre-season NCAA football top 10 is shredded and irrelevant, the Baltimore Ravens are nowhere to be found, the Yankees are wondering the streets of Toronto looking for their pitching staff. Max...Max...can you hear me? Gibbs talks about the Connor McDavid extension and the Seattle Mariners playoff menu. SASQUATCH SIGHTING. It would seem there is not stable ground to walk on right now in many areas of the sports world. Praise God our firm foundation is not sports, but the faithful and steady Triune God. Gibbs gives Team Lancaster Thunder some verses to remind us in these volatile days that the Lord can be trusted and never waivers or falters. Go Make Plays! We are "Not Just Fans"!