Hello Friends, it is Masters Week! The greatest week in all of sports. Derrick and Patrick give their three top players that have a chance to slip on the green jacket! They also share their thoughts regarding Tiger Woods DUI arrest in Florida. Follow & Subscribe ‪@dqow831sports‬ ‪@thenpplive‬

This chapter is about having a great support system that will help you blossom.

Derrick welcomes Matt Mercurio who is a former San Jose State & Villanova kicker.

Matt shares how a conversation with his high school coach led him from the soccer pitch to the football field. He also shares his journey from being a walk-on player at San Jose State to earning a full-ride scholarship. Plus, he shares his favorite memories of being a part of the 2020 Mountain West Football Championship team.

He shares insight on his decision to bet on himself and transfer to Villanova University to finish his football career. He also explains how he ended up working for Siemens Healthineers.

Derrick also shares his reaction to Tiger Woods' DUI arrest and attending the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. To wrap the show, Derrick also shares his opinion on the International Olympic Committee banning transgender athletes in the 2028 Summer Olympics.

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WARNING- Some of you might find this content disturbing. If you want to skip ahead to the sports/pop culture part of the show, go to the 35:12 mark.

Derrick gives his honest reaction to the bombshell sexual abuse allegations against activist Cesar Chavez. He shares his support for the survivors that spoke out plus why we cannot rush renaming monuments and schools named after him. Derrick shares his honesty regarding the Iran War.

If you are a victim of sexual assault and need to report it, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline, 800-656-4673. You can also report it to your local law enforcement agency in your neighborhood.

Derrick and Patrick give a recap of the Player's Championship. They talk about the thrilling finish which concluded in Cameron Young taking home the title.

They look at the full final leaderboard while highlighting the players that they chose or stood out to them during the week.Also, they talk about whether The Player's should be added as a Major and give a quick preview for the 90th Masters Tournament.Follow on Instagram: @cftudpod & @thenpplive

The Boys are back in town. Derrick and Patrick from The NPP Live have reunited once again for Birdies and Banter, Season 2. Your favorite golf show!

The guys talk about the the 2026 PGA Tour season and share their thoughts on Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour. Plus, they discuss the triumphant return of Anthony Kim to the victory circle at LIV Golf Adelaide.

They also share their opinions on potential changes to the PGA Tour schedule. Derrick and Patrick also share their picks on who will stand tall at TPC Sawgrass.

Derrick kicks off his Chapter XLV with a rant towards three tech companies after his phone got wiped due to an errant security update that forced him to forget his security code.

Derrick also shares his excitement for the Winter Olympics in Milan & Cortona, Italy and what is he looking forward to seeing. He also gives his Super Bowl LX Predictions between the New England Patriots & Seattle Seahawks.

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Chapter 44 is about taking time to enjoy the present moment. Our next guest is Michael Mahlberg who is a real estate agent and works in law enforcement.

Michael shares his unique journey as a two-sport college athlete at CSU Bakersfield and Simpson University. He also reflects on his interest in getting into real estate. Michael and Derrick also reflect on their friendship that started at a First Nee National Event in 2014. Michael also gives Derrick advice on how to finally get on a first date. Michael also shares what it is like being a girl dad.Derrick also gives his insight on Bill Belichick reportedly not getting selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Derrick also gives a tribute to legendary actor Catherine O'Hara & Hall of Fame College Baseball Coach Mark Marquess. Follow Michael on Social Media, Instagram: @michael_mahl, @mmahlbergrealestate. Linkedin: Michael Mahlberg.Follow the show on Social Media, X & Instagram: @CFTUDPOD

Derrick is back with an audio only Chapter XLIII. He shares his opinion on the recent deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Plus, he shares his frustration and anger towards the Trump administration.

Derrick also takes a trip around the sports landscape and offers his thoughts on Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour, the Sharks resurgence, the 49ers offseason plans, the unknown future of the Golden State Warriors and Alex Honnold's remarkable accomplishment of climbing Taipei 101.

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