The Matthew Arscott Sports Show
With years of podcasting experience and thousands of hours spent analyzing sports, The Matthew Arscott Sports Show delivers a dynamic range of athletic entertainment for passionate fans. Covering both domestic and international sports, the show explores the game through analytical insights and comedic takes. Whether you're a casual viewer or a seasoned enthusiast, there's something for everyone. Episodes range from solo commentary to expert guest analysis, featuring appearances by professionals and devoted fans alike. From breaking down the science to uncovering the untold backstories, The Matthew Arscott Sports Show will change the way you experience sports.
MASS 026 - NFL THANKSGIVING PREVIEW and Other Week 13 Happenings
In this episode, the NFL Thanksgiving slate is previewed along with the rest of week 13. Lions and Packers will play for potential playoff seeding. Top Offenses will take each other on in Chiefs v Cowboys. Joe Burrow is back for the Bengals, and the Ravens have something to say about that. Eagle and Bears look to hand the other their 4th loss, and much more. As always, thank you to all who support. Like, share, subscribe, and more than anything: Go enjoy some Thanksgiving dinner and a holiday weekend!
MASS 025 - NFL Wednesday Round Up with Joseph Gardner: Reviewing the 2026 Seasons Weeks 9-12 with Division Evaluation and Outlook
In this episode, we get funky. Its the Silver Anniversary of MASS (25th episode woo hoo!). Joseph is back with Cheese on his head. Matthew loses his ability to speak. Divisions are preached and evaluated! Every team is recapped from weeks 9-12 (Matthew didnt do a great job talking NFL the last three weeks so now we have to squeeze an all-in-one like its head and shoulders shampoo/body wash). Football is great, but not as great as you for liking and subscribing to this podcast/show. Thanks for your support. Love you all. See you next week for more...
MASS 024 - NBA Recap: Evaluating the First Three Weeks with Devin Yost
In this episode, Co-Host of The LOB: An NBA Podcast Devin Yost joins to discuss all the happenings of the first three weeks of the NBA season. A true in-depth evaluation is taken on each team: what is making them tick, what is driving their success, and what is missing. We talk players, coaches, managers, injuries, news, and even the recent gambling investigations. Everything you might need to know about the begining of the 2025-2026 season is discussed. As always, thank you so much for supporting me. Go have a great NBA-filled week!
MASS 023 - 2026 MLB Season Finale: World Series Game 7 Recap, MLB Awards, and Season Highlights
In this episode, the MLB 2026 Season is wrapped up. Game Seven delivered in dramatic fashion, as the Los Angeles Dodgers squeaked past the Toronto Blue Jays in a fall classic. MLB Awards are announced, highlighted by Paul Skenes, Tarik Skubal, Aaron Judge, and Shoehei Ohtani. Cal Raleigh gets his flowers as well after hitting a league-leading 60 HRs. As always, thanks for listening and supporting. We'll see you next time.
MASS 022 - NFL Analysis with Joseph Gardner: Week 8 Blowouts, Week 9 Expectations, and Preparation for November's Trade Deadline
In this episode, Joseph joins the show to discuss the outcomes from week 8. The mismatches of week 8 expose weaknesses throughout the league. Expectations are forming as good teams get better and bad teams get worse. Week 9 is previewed, and the trade deadline is introduced as teams needs begin to formulate. As always, thank you for supporting me. Go enjoy the NFL trade deadline and games this weekend.
MASS 021 - SPORTS EQUINOX: NBA, MLB World Series, College Basketball, NCAAF, NHL, and Euro Soccer. ALL-IN-ONE
In this episode, as the title describes, its an ALL IN ONE festival of a Sports Equinox this week and there is something for everybody. We recap the thrilling World Series games including the 18-inning Marathon that took place Monday night, the second longest game in world series history that ended with a Freddie Freeman walk of HR. College football is recapped, including LSU's firing of Brian Kelly, opening up another whirlwind of a coaching carousel in the SEC and in College Football in general. NBA week one wraps up and we are off to a hot start. Wemby making...
MASS 020 - 2025 World Series Preview: Dodgers vs Blue Jays - Stats, Starting Pitchers, Breakdown, and Analysis
In this short episode fit for a Friday afternoon drive home from work (I know you're leaving early!) World Series Baseball is previewed. Blake Snell vs Trey Yesavage take on the opposing offenses who have both been lights out this year and postseason. All the reasons you should and shouldn't cheer for both teams, and is LA 4 wins away from a dynasty? All that and more in this quick solo episode. As always, thank you for supporting me. Go enjoy the last few games of Baseball in the 2025 season and have a great weekend!
MASS 019 - College Football Corner: Weeks 6-8 Recap and Week 9 Preview and Predictions
In this solo episode, Week 6, 7 and 8 of College football are recapped in a condensed scoreboard. Giving you basic insight on all of the happenings of the October CFP slate. Firings are mentioned, including that of James Franklin and Billy Napier. UCLA is trending upwards, while Florida State is tanking harder than an aquarium right now. Week 9 is previewed, with developing stories out of the BIG XII and SEC. ACC play is getting fiesty too, as everyone looks to take apart of the 12-man college football playoff. As always, thank you for your support. You are all awesome. TGIF and go...
MASS 018 - NFL Week 6-8 Analysis and Preview: Stats to Know
In this episode, I run solo through week 6 and 7 of NFL football that I have failed to recap until today. Week 8 is previewed and picks are made. I hope that you all enjoy TNF tonight and a weekend of solid matchups on Sunday. Thank you to everyone who supports me.
MASS 017 - NBA Season Tip-Off: Game Recaps, Statistical Analysis, and Gambling Allegations
In this episode, we keep it short for your Thursday afternoon drive home. 30 minutes of NBA Basetball recap giving you all of the stats and stories from days 1 & 2. Jazz hoist an impressive win over the Clippers, Khris Middleton returns to Milwaukee, VJ Edgecomb 36 points the most in an NBA debut sine Wilt Chamberlain, and gambling allegations force the arrest of Terry Rozier (active Miami Heat player) and Chauncey Billups (Current Head Coach of the Portland Trail Blazers). Thank you as always for your support, go enjoy the opening week of basketball!
MASS 016 - NFL Round-Up with Joseph Gardner: Flacco Trade, Week 5 Recap, Predictions, and Analysis
In this episode, Joseph Gardner joins the show to talk week 5 NFL recap, including interesting stats from each matchup. Joe Flacco's trade to the Bengals is evaluated, including the immediate impact that it will have on Sunday against the Packers. Injuries continue to plague certain teams, but it seems that there is none more pertanent than that of Lamar Jackson continuing to be out for the Ravens. We breakdown the upcoming games and make our predictions. As always, thank you to all who support me. Go enjoy Eagles vs Giants this Thursday night!
MASS 015 - Optimized Sports Equinox: MLB Playoff Results and Predictions, TNF Recap, NBA Preseason, Ryder Cup, and College Football Round-Up
In this episode, there’s a little bit for everybody. MLB postseason is now in full swing (haha!), with the Wild Card wrapping up this week. We now move into the Divisional Series with only eight teams remaining. I breakdown all that has happened and predict all that will happen this upcoming week in the League. NBA Pre-Season kicks off in Abu Dhabi and Melbourne, so a recap of everything that happened in the postseason is warranted. Thursday Night Football between the Rams and Niners was a thriller. Stats are broken down; plays are recapped and questions answered (and raised) ab...
MASS 014 - NFL Round-Up, TNF Preview, Week 4 Recap, and Week 5 Preview with Joseph Gardner
In this episode, we take you all around the league to discuss the happenings of each game and team with up-to-date analytics and statistics. Thursday night football is previewed: Will the Niners be able to overcome the injuries they face against a formidable divisional foe? Can Mac Jones continue to perform at the level he has filling in for injured Brock Purdy for the now third game this season? Or will the Rams continue their offensive onslaught that they have showed throughout their season? We recap the last week of NFL football and look towards the upcoming weekend for more...
MASS 013 - MLB Playoff Race Analysis, Ryders Cup Weekend Preview, NBA Preseason News, ABS Challenge System in '26, and Canelo/Crawford Recap
In this half hour episode, Ryders Cup Weekend opens up and is discussed. Format is laid out, expectations are set and stats from previous years are reviewed. Canelo vs Crawford boxing match is recapped, with "Bud" Crawford showing his stuff. MLB regular season is wrapping up. Playoff scenarios are presented, including who can clinch today. ABS challenge system will be introduced to the MLB in 2026. NBA and NHL Preseason are around the corner, we discuss the impact that Fred VanVleets season-ending injury will have on a highly anticpated Houston Rockets team. As always, thank you so much for supporting me. S...
MASS 012 - ULTIMATE COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP: Recap of Weeks 3 and 4 and Preview for Week 5
In this episode, every major college football game and their implications are discussed from the last two weeks and the upcoming weekend. Im losing my voice. Thanks for always supporting. Please enjoy. Go enjoy some college football this weekend.
MASS 011 - Aaron Glenn Dancing Our Way Into an NFL 2025 Week 2 and 3 Recap, Team and Divisional Analysis
In this episode, put on your Aaron Glenn dancing shoes and party through ALL 32 NFL teams in analysis and breakdown of what happened over the last 2 weeks. We start to preview the upcoming week but focus on what is behind us and what each team is formulating itself into as the season rolls on. As always, thank you for supporting me and my show! Leave a nice review, share, and be kind to your neighbor if you like this podcast. If you dont like my podcast, be nice to your neighbor anyway. Enjoy Cardinals Seahawks TNF!
MASS 010 - THE PICKS ARE IN: 2025 Season Week 4 NFL Preview with Joseph Gardner
In this episode, week 4 of the NFL slate is laid out and discussed with Green Bay Packers fan and friend of the podcast Joseph Gardner, who now is proud to announce the debut of his own show "NFL Talking Points" which is available on Youtube and major podcast streaming platforms. Statistics for Thursday night football between the Seahawks and Cardinals are compared, along with each game in the upcoming week. An accumulative power ranking between Joseph and Matthew is used to compare where teams stand moving into week four. As the season continues to develop, we have a better idea...
MASS 009 – Thursday Night Football Recap, Week 3 CFB, NFL Football, and Terrance Crawford vs Canelo Alvarez Previews, and US Open Recap
In this episode, its a wild solo as I recap Thursday Night Football and the Green Bay Packers taking on the Washington Commanders. Austin Eckler goes down with an injury, along with Jayden Reed but the Packers roll on with another big win to kick off week 2 of the NFL Slate. NC State vs Wake Forest is reviewed, including the second half collapse of the Demon Deacons offense to the Wolfpack. How will NC State fare this year in the ACC? US Open Womens and Mens Tennis Finals are recapped, including what to expect in the future from the ever-so-entertaining...
MASS 008 - Party of Three: Matt Backlund, Joseph Gardner, and NFL Week 1 Recap + Commanders/Packers TNF Preview
In this episode, Lions fan Matt Backlund and Packers fan Joseph Gardner join to discuss all the happenings of week one of the NFL. Jalen Carter's ejection and the Cowboys/Eagles game is deciphered: How will the NFC East battle play out this season? Justin Herbert slings it in the Chargers Friday night matchup versus Kansas City in Sao Paulo, is stock on the Chargers rising or is it falling on the Chiefs? How will the rest of the season play out for the boys at Arrowhead? We overreact to the Colts game against the Miami Dolphins. Is Mike McDaniel...
MASS 007 - The Name's Bond: CFB Week 0,1, and 2 Recap and Live Feedback from Men's US Open Final
In this episode, there is no real espionage happening (despite this being episode 007). Instead, live feedback is given as Carlos Alcaraz wins the US Open Men's Final against (no surprise here) Janik Sinner. College Football is recapped from week 0, 1, and 2. What is the future of Florida's Billy napier after another dissapointing loss in Gainesville? What is up with BYU fans calling for Aaron Roderick after they've outscored opponents 96-3 in their first two games? What will happen next week in Rocky Top as the Vols take on the Georgia Bulldogs? All this and more in 45 minutes on the newest episode...
MASS 006 - NFL Week One 2025 Preview with Joseph Gardner
In this episode, Cheesehead correspondent and friend Joseph Gardner joins to discuss all the happenings of week one prior to the start of the NFL season tomorrow night. We recap and talk initial reactions and feelings from the Micah Parsons trade and evaluate what it means for Dallas (and why its not as bad as it might seem for Cowboys fans). We look over a few big games happening in week one, and factors that may tip the scales for cetain teams this weekend. Preseason predictions are locked in for MVP, AFC and NFC Championships and Superbowl picks. As always...
MASS 005 - Preseason NFL Discussion with Chad Eddington
In this episode, Niners faithful and Bay Area native Chad Eddington joins us to discuss NFL highlights from prior weeks and to gauge how teams will fare in each division. Preseason highlights are made, and some cuts from minicamp are mentioned as teams finalize their 53 man rosters. The episode is unfortunately cut short due to technical difficulties, but as always, I appreciate everyone who listens and supports. Go have a great day.
MASS 004 - UFC 319 Recap, PGA Championship, Euro Soccer, Cincinnati Open, and QB News
In this solo-hosted episode, UFC 319 is recapped as Khamzat Chimaev defeated Dricus Du Plessis for the middleweight championship Saturday night. Other highlights from 319 are mentioned including two back-to-back spinning elbow KO's and a statistic that would surprise you. World no.1 golfer Scottie Scheffler continues to impress after another shining victory this past weekend in the PGA Championship as major golf season begins to wind down. European Soccer Leagues and Clubs kicked off this past weekend as well, marking the beginning of a thrilling upcoming season for some of the biggest names in soccer. QB battles are coming to a head...
MASS 003 - Matthew Stafford's Back!...is Injured? NFL Preseason Week 1 Analysis and Highlights
In this episode, fellow freind and cousinly cheesehead Joseph Gardner joins again to discuss the NFL Preseason Week 1 action. Winners and Highlights are nominated, including familiar offseason names such as Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders, and Tanner McKee, for their performances. Big leg energy happening down in Duval County FL as Jaguars K Cam Little bombs a 70-yard FG before the end of the first half. We discuss the impact that these and other stat lines will have on teams as we inch closer to the finals cuts and the announcement of each franchise's official 53-man roster. Equally, losers and lowlights...
MASS 002 - The Life of a Sports Podcaster: High School Football Week 1, MLB Wild Card Race, LLWS Highlights, and UFC 319 Preview
In this episode, we kick off high school football with a little recap from week 1 around the country. Milton (GA) vs Buford (GA) is evaluated, discussing the Top-25 matchup and the recruits involved. Utah High School football week 1 is recapped in what is expected to be a show-stopping season full of QB performances and gritty battles in the beehive state, especially after a realignment of regions in the offseason. MLB news is discussed, including injuries to key players such as Max Muncy, and how that will affect the Dodgers and their foes in a race for the NL West pennant...
MASS 001 - Joseph Gardner and the First Day of 2025 NFL Minicamp, Ranking WRs, & QB Tier Placement
In this episode, a new Show is revealed: The Matthew Arscott Sports Show. Friend of the show, Packers fan, and Cheesehead Joseph Gardner joins to discuss the first day of NFL Minicamp (7/23/25). Wide Receivers are ranked in a group of the best 32 in the league, and teams without a top receiver are analyzed. Quarterbacks are ranked into appropriate tiers as we hunt for the ultimate "Mid" QB in an attempt to see who is above, below, and on-par with league average. NFC North predictions are made. I appreciate you all. Go have yourself a great day.