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Hour 1: Is The NFL Out To Get Jaxson Dart?

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Aug 17, 202647:08

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First Take begins with preseason football! Jaxson Dart impressed in his 2026 debut with a rifle off platform touchdown pass to rookie Malachi Fields, but took another big hit and wound up in the blue tent. Postgame, he noted that NFL doctors seem to only take major precautions with him! Is Dart correct? Then, Kevin Clark has the Rams winning 15 games!! Next, are the Bears the team to beat in a loaded NFC North?
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When was this episode published?: August 17, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 47 min.
What podcast is this from?: First Take. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: First Take covers general sports. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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Episode Notes

First Take begins with preseason football! Jaxson Dart impressed in his 2026 debut with a rifle off platform touchdown pass to rookie Malachi Fields, but took another big hit and wound up in the blue tent. Postgame, he noted that NFL doctors seem to only take major precautions with him! Is Dart correct? Then, Kevin Clark has the Rams winning 15 games!! Next, are the Bears the team to beat in a loaded NFC North?
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Hour 2: Are We More Confident or Concerned About the Eagles?

Today46:52

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Pardon My Take

Barstool Sports

General Sports

The Bill Simmons Podcast

The Ringer

General Sports

Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast

Fantasy Football

General Sports

The Dan Le Batard Show

Dan Le Batard

General Sports

DOUBLE COVERAGE PODCAST

Mystic Zach

General Sports

Listen guide

How do I listen to this episode of First Take?

"Hour 1: Is The NFL Out To Get Jaxson Dart?" is an episode of First Take. Runtime 47 min. Published August 17, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

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Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
Browse the full podcast. Jump to the First Take page for the rest of the catalog.
Or subscribe in any podcast app. First Take ships on a standard RSS feed, so Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocket Casts all work too.

Quick FAQ

When was this episode published?: August 17, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 47 min.
What podcast is this from?: First Take. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: First Take covers general sports. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.