Topic: Game Fixing

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Dangerous Speech
Episode 798 9:48 - 12:54

798: Dangerous Speech

NFL Game Fixing Allegations and Bubba Smith Claims

Allegations of fixed games in the NFL surface, citing historical claims made by former defensive end Bubba Smith regarding Super Bowl III. Smith suggested the game was rigged to favor the New York Jets and Joe Namath to increase interest in the AFL-NFL merger. The conversation touches on modern concerns regarding encrypted quarterback headsets and officiating bias.