Hour 2-The New York Mets Need Wholesale Changes + Former NFL MVP Shaun Alexander

In this episode of The Odd Couple, Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington deliver a scathing critique of the New York Mets' 12-game losing streak, arguing that manager Carlos Mendoza should be fired despite the team's high payroll and star acquisitions like Juan Soto. The hosts emphasize that no team in MLB history has made the playoffs after losing 12 games in a row, and they express concern over the team’s lack of fight, poor run production (just 18 runs in the streak), and a defeated team culture that persists from last year’s collapse. They challenge the media’s leniency toward Mendoza, questioning why managers get credit when teams win but are shielded from blame when they lose. The discussion is framed as a broader commentary on accountability in sports leadership. Later, the hosts welcome former NFL MVP Shaun Alexander, who shares insights on the NFL Draft, the resurgence of the running back position, and his work with Harvest Covenant, a faith-based school he co-founded for homeschoolers and underserved youth. The episode closes with a lighthearted segment on where people feel they must have their phones, with the plane and courthouse emerging as top contenders.