John Urschel's Math Career, Hockey Friendship, Wizdom Dancer

In 2017, Baltimore Raven John Urschel left the NFL to finish his doctorate in mathematics at MIT. This week on Only A Game, we learn how Urschel's passion for math developed. Plus, the story of a friendship between NHL winger Ryan Reaves and broadcaster Scott Oake. And a former Washington Bullettes dancer gets back on the hardwood with The Wizdom — the Washington Wizards' over-50 dance team. Join us!

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MIT's John Urschel On The NFL, Concussions And Settlers Of Catan

John Urschel left the NFL in 2017 to focus on his doctorate in mathematics at MIT.

3 Stories: Liz Cambage Trade, NBA Draft Lottery, NCAA Athlete Likenesses

Lindsay Gibbs, sports reporter for ThinkProgress, and The Athletic’s Michael Lee join Only A Game's Karen Given.

The Friendship Between NHL Broadcaster Scott Oake And Player Ryan Reaves

In the early 1990s, while Scott Oake was establishing himself as one of Canada’s foremost sports broadcasters, future NHL player Ryan Reaves was growing up across the street.

Charlie Pierce: The Week In Sports

Karen Given and Only A Game analyst Charlie Pierce discuss Tuukka Rask's phenomenal postseason for the Boston Bruins. Also, the lingering controversy over a bad missed call in Game 3 between the Sharks and the Blues. And a "grave" — and embarrassing — infringement on the judo mat.

From The Bullettes To The Wizdom: An NBA Dancer's Second Act

Anna Cruse wasn't sure what she was good at anymore. Then, at the age of 60, she resumed her dancing career.