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Working The Redline ep. 8
I've covered a lot of players from the 80s and 90s and even a line brawl from a few years ago. Today I wanna highlight a player from today's age who is likely the most similar to that of a player in the 80s and 90s.
Jack Larmer
6 days ago3 min read
Division Round Recap & Predictions + Rocket TD Picks
Once again the playoffs have been delivered and we are left mainly shaking our heads and trying to truly figure out everything that we witnessed this past weekend.
Jack Larmer
Jan 204 min read
Working the Red Line EP.7
Funny enough I'm here writing the 7th edition of Working the Red Line and it will be the 2nd time writing about a guy from the Kelvington, Porcupine Plain area in eastern Saskatchewan.
Jack Larmer
Jan 165 min read
Working the Red Line EP. 6
he core of what an enforcer was meant for, came down to protecting the big stars. As the 80s entered an era of high skill and high scoring, we were introduced to players like Mike Bossy, Ray Bourque, Mario Lemieux, and Dale Hawerchuck, but no greater than Wayne Gretzky.
Jack Larmer
Jan 83 min read
2026 NFL Playoff Preview + Predictions
With the 2025-26 NFL regular season officially in the books, the playoff matchups are set and ready to go. Let’s take a look at what’s on deck as Wild Card Weekend kicks off Saturday.
Jack Larmer
Jan 65 min read
Week 17 NFL Recap - Flopped Christmas Games saved by a Spectacular Sunday Slate
NFL games on Christmas usually feel special. Something about opening gifts and spending time with family while watching just hits differently, but this year did not quite deliver. Injuries to quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes, Jayden Daniels, and J.J. McCarthy took the shine off the Christmas slate, though the Sunday games helped make up for it and gave us plenty to talk about. Cowboys 30, Commanders 23 On Christmas afternoon, the Cowboys and Commanders delivered an unexpecte
Jack Larmer
Dec 30, 20254 min read
NFL Awards: The Race for Glory in 2023
We're officially through 16 weeks of the NFL season, and while it was quite an eventful week in terms of games and player spotlights, I think we should take a peak at the NFL awards and which players are sitting in the front as well as who are the players crying to chase them down!
Jack Larmer
Dec 23, 20255 min read
Working the Red Line EP. 5
The best part of line brawls is that they don't happen unexpectedly. There is pretty much always some sort of build up from games prior between the teams. Even pregame in warmups there is generally a little buzz from players working the red line.
Jack Larmer
Dec 19, 20253 min read
Week 15 NFL Wrap - Philip Rivers Return
Week 15 delivered another entertaining slate, with impactful storylines across the league. The playoff push intensified, key divisional games took center stage, and the unexpected return of Philip Rivers stole some of the spotlight. Let’s dive into what we saw.
Jack Larmer
Dec 16, 20253 min read
Working The Red Line EP.4
Probert, just as Domi was born and raised in Windsor Ontario. A much bigger man standing at 6’3 and 225 pounds, Probert was intimidating by just seeing him on the ice. Probert was a strong player in minor hockey. In his 18u season he collected 100 points in 55 games including 60 goals and shockingly only 40 PIMs
Jack Larmer
Dec 11, 20253 min read
NFL Week 14 Wrap - Chiefs Dynasty in Danger
With Week 14 officially in the books, the playoff picture is starting to take shape, and some familiar faces are on the outside looking in. This past week delivered exciting games, key injuries, and standout performances. Let’s break down the results from the biggest matchups of the week.
Jack Larmer
Dec 9, 20255 min read
Working The Red Line EP.3
When NHL enforcers are brought up and the list of players begins, you don’t have to go very far before Tie Domi is brought up. It helps that he played over 1000 games and finds himself 3rd in all time penalty minutes, but it's more about the person and persona that Domi had allowing him to be one of the best heavyweights the NHL had ever seen.
Jack Larmer
Dec 4, 20253 min read
NFC Playoff Picture
With Thanksgiving week behind us, the NFL season is inching closer to the playoffs. The NFC picture is much cleaner, especially compared to the AFC, which is as crowded as ever. With that in mind, let’s take a look at what we could see come wild card weekend.
Jack Larmer
Dec 2, 20254 min read
Working The Red Line EP.2
Hockey was at its peak in the 90s, that's why I wanted to start with Joey Kocur and his illustrious tough guy career. Now while hockey was at its best in the 90s, to really understand where the tough guy role was created I think it's best to shoot back a few decades and into the 70s.
Jack Larmer
Nov 28, 20253 min read
Week 12 NFL Wrap - AFC Playoff Picture 🏈
We’re through Week 12, and it feels like the entire AFC is surrounded by uncertainty. Injuries, quarterback struggles, and a few surprising contenders have turned every division into its own kind of chaos. Here’s a snapshot of where things stand right now.
Jack Larmer
Nov 25, 20254 min read
Working The Red Line EP.1
Sports can be a direct reflection of life. They offer a clear example of how things grow and change over time. Often, we find ourselves watching the games we love evolve with the times, sometimes losing the very things that once made us want to staple ourselves to the couch for hours on end. The game itself will always change.
Jack Larmer
Nov 20, 20253 min read
NFL Weekly Wrap — Week 11 (Nov. 16, 2025)
Another wild Sunday is in the books, and Week 11 delivered chaos, injuries, statement wins, and a few "is this team actually good?" moments. Let’s dive into the biggest storylines from a stacked slate.
Jack Larmer
Nov 18, 20253 min read
NFL MVP Race Heats Up: Midseason Favorites and Surging Stars
We’re officially past the midway point of the NFL season, and the MVP race is as wide open as it’s been in years. Every week seems to bring a new front-runner, with a few surprising names creeping into the mix after standout performances. Let’s take a look at who’s leading the charge right now.
Jack Larmer
Nov 11, 20254 min read
NFL Weekly Wrap: Week 9 Chaos Across the League
If there was ever a Sunday that reminded fans why the NFL is king of drama, Week 9 delivered. It seemed like finally an eventful week where fans were rewarded with hours of football. Let's dive into it!
Jack Larmer
Nov 4, 20253 min read
Week 8 NFL Wrap - Maye’s Rise, Falcons’ Fall, and Tush Push Drama 🏈
With Week 8 in the books, we’re breaking down the key storylines from the past weekend, including breakout performances, controversial plays, and shocking blowouts. From Drake Maye’s rise in the QB rankings to the Tush Push debate and the Falcons’ struggles, there is plenty to unpack before Sunday’s games.
Jack Larmer
Oct 28, 20252 min read
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