The Right Time with Bomani Jones

Bomani Jones is joined by NFL analyst Diante Lee to break down Shedeur Sanders' latest opportunity with the Cleveland Browns, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears' rise, the Baltimore Ravens' quarterback crisis, and whether the Los Angeles Chargers are failing Justin Herbert.
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With Cleveland facing another quarterback decision, Bomani and Diante discuss whether Shedeur Sanders can take advantage of his opportunity—and how a quarterback controversy could become a distraction regardless of how he plays.

They also examine the Chicago Bears' impressive performance against the Seattle Seahawks. Has Caleb Williams established himself among the NFL's best young quarterbacks? How much credit does Ben Johnson deserve? And what has Jeffery Simmons brought to Chicago's defense?

Plus, the Ravens face difficult questions about their future without Lamar Jackson. Could bringing Joe Flacco back make sense? Bomani explains why Philip Rivers would be such an appealing coaching hire at NC State, while Diante examines what's gone wrong with Justin Herbert and the Chargers' offense.

Finally, are the Las Vegas Raiders actually building something sustainable, or should they start thinking about the future at quarterback?
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The 2026 midterm elections delivered a stunning Democratic wave, and Bomani Jones has a theory about what happened: Americans are tired of everything being so expensive.
On this episode of The Right Time with Bomani Jones, Bomani breaks down the surprising results of the 2026 midterms, including Democratic victories in Texas, James Talarico's Senate win, Gina Hinojosa's historic gubernatorial victory, and Susan Collins' defeat in Maine.
But the bigger story isn't simply which party won. It's why the Republican Party's usual political playbook failed to connect with voters increasingly frustrated by the cost of living.
Bomani discusses the impact of inflation, gas prices, tariffs, and affordability on the election, why familiar culture-war arguments didn't work, and how progressive politicians helped make economic concerns central to the Democrats' message.
He also examines the role of Zohran Mamdani's political messaging, the importance of younger voters, the influence of AIPAC, and what Democrats should learn from their unexpected success.
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Ten years after the Chicago Cubs ended their historic 108-year World Series drought, Roy Wood Jr. joins Bomani Jones on The Right Time for a special Time Machine Tuesday looking back at the unforgettable 2016 championship.
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Roy Wood Jr., a lifelong Cubs fan who attended Game 7 of the 2016 World Series in Cleveland, shares his firsthand experience watching Chicago finally win it all. From the emotional roller coaster of the Cubs' comeback against Cleveland to Rajai Davis' dramatic home run off Aroldis Chapman and the unforgettable rain delay, Roy explains what it felt like to witness one of baseball's most historic championships.

Roy also tells the incredible story of how Trevor Noah encouraged him to leave work at The Daily Show, buy a last-minute World Series ticket, and fly to Cleveland for Game 7.

Bomani and Roy revisit the Cubs' decades of disappointment, growing up watching baseball on WGN and TBS, the brilliance of Andre Dawson and Sammy Sosa, the heartbreak of the 2003 Steve Bartman game, and how Theo Epstein helped build the championship team featuring Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, Javier Báez, Jon Lester, and more.

Plus, they discuss why the Cubs eventually broke up their championship core, the emotional cost of rooting for losing teams, and Roy's hilarious approach to raising his son as a New York sports fan.
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Bomani Jones reacts to another insane week of NFL action.
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Bomani breaks down Dallas' loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Cowboys' defensive struggles, and why they should be doing more in the NFC East. He also dives into Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid's willingness to give players second chances.
Later, he talks about why Lamar Jackson's future with the Baltimore Ravens is suddenly a major question. Bomani examines Lamar's injury, his contract situation, and why Baltimore may have no choice but to pay its franchise quarterback.
After the break, he reacts to Mike Norvell's firing at Florida State, the expectations facing Angel Reese after losing in the WNBA finals, and a wave of NBA injuries affecting the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chet Holmgren, Anthony Edwards, and Tyrese Haliburton. Is the modern style of basketball putting too much physical stress on players?
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Bomani Jones and Dominique Foxworth are back for Foxworth Friday on The Right Time, breaking down Lamar Jackson's unusual power with the Baltimore Ravens, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive problems, Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears, Deshaun Watson's comeback, and Ernie Johnson's retirement from Inside the NBA.
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First, Bomani and Dominique discuss the WNBA Finals scheduling controversy and the outrage surrounding a daytime championship game. They explore whether the league could have handled the situation differently and why conversations surrounding women's basketball have become so contentious.

Then it's time for the NFL. With the Baltimore Ravens preparing to face the Buffalo Bills, the guys examine Lamar Jackson's injury situation and the extraordinary control he has over his career. Dominique explains why Lamar's approach to contracts, communication, and team relationships differs from nearly every other quarterback in the NFL. They also discuss the Ravens' defensive struggles and Marlon Humphrey.

The Chicago Bears are making moves, with Jeffery Simmons joining their defense and Caleb Williams continuing to show improvement under Ben Johnson. Bomani and Dominique discuss whether Chicago is becoming a legitimate contender before turning to the undefeated Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions, Jared Goff, and concerns about Jahmyr Gibbs' workload.

Could Deshaun Watson actually win NFL Comeback Player of the Year? The guys examine the Cleveland Browns' surprising record, Watson's future, and the uncomfortable questions surrounding his potential resurgence.

Plus, Dominique explains why adding another wide receiver won't automatically fix Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. The real issue, he argues, is their ability to establish the run against elite defenses.

Finally, Bomani and Dominique celebrate Ernie Johnson's remarkable career following his retirement announcement. They discuss why Ernie became such a beloved figure on Inside the NBA alongside Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal, and Kenny Smith, what makes the show's chemistry so special, and whether Adam Lefkoe is the natural successor.
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