No Credentials Required

The podcast where you don’t need a press pass to talk sports! Quality sports talk based in the Capital Region of New York. Hosted by Ryan McCarthy and Dustin Henry. A proud member of the Belly Up Podcast Network.

No Credentials Required is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts No Credentials Required, a sports show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #60

  Episode 393: Giants & Cowboys Make Moves NFL Week 4 + Early NHL Thoughts

  Oct 4, 20261h 36mS6

  The NFL trade market is getting busy early! Ryan and Dustin break down two significant trades from around the league, beginning with the New York Giants acquiring quarterback J.J. McCarthy from the Minnesota Vikings. We discuss what McCarthy could bring to New York, where he fits into the Giants’ plans, and what Minnesota’s willingness to move on means for both sides. Then, the Dallas Cowboys add some much-needed help to their secondary by acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers. We look at Porter’s fit in Dallas, what the Cowboys gave up to get him, and why Pittsburgh decided to move on from the former second-round pick. We also react to Cleveland’s 27-24 Thursday night victory over Pittsburgh before turning our attention to the rest of NFL Week 4 and the games and matchups we’ll be watching this weekend. Finally, we switch from the gridiron to the ice for some VERY early observations from the opening days of the 2026-27 NHL season. It’s football, hockey, trades, reactions, and probably a few overreactions on this edition of No Credentials Required! No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Trophy Smack: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Trophy Smack: Bragging Rights in its Physical Form! Find trophies, belts, and more for the fantasy winner (or loser) in your life at out affiliate link! | https://www.trophysmack.com/bellyup Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

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  Episode #59

  Episode 392: Chaos Reigned Again & Are Some NFL Coaches Already Feeling The Hot Seat

  Oct 1, 20261h 24mS6

  Three weeks are officially in the books, and the 2026 NFL season continues to deliver chaos. Ryan and Dustin recap NFL Week 3 and break down the games, teams, and players that caught their attention the most. Which games were the best of the weekend? Which teams pulled off the biggest surprises? Who left us completely disappointed? Who deserves recognition as a Peak Performer? And after three weeks of football, what have we actually learned about the NFL? It's another trip around the league with analysis, reactions, disagreements, laughs, and everything else you've come to expect from No Credentials Required. No Credentials Required: Where You Don't Need a Press Pass to Talk Sports! No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Trophy Smack: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Trophy Smack: Bragging Rights in Real Form! Find trophies, belts, and more for the fantasy winner (or loser) in your life at out affiliate link! | https://www.trophysmack.com/bellyup Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

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  Episode #58

  Episode 391: NFL Week 3 Preview: Zone Blocking, Choppers, And Brazilian BBQ

  Sep 26, 202646 minS6

  Ryan and Dustin preview what is shaping up to be a WILD NFL Week 3! The guys spotlight the most intriguing matchups — including Saints vs. Raiders and the "Rio Game" between the Cowboys and Ravens in Rio de Janeiro. Plus, they tell you which games you're be better off watching NFL Red Zone in their Friends and Family Games of the Week and players to watch. Will Derrick Henry finally deliver for Baltimore? Can Sam Darnold bounce back under center for Seattle? And is the Jets’ tight end group ready to feast on Detroit? The Cut the Brakes Pick ‘Em Challenge returns, bringing spicy upset predictions and plenty of playful banter. No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Trophy Smack: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Trophy Smack: Bragging Rights in Real Form! Find trophies, belts, and more for the fantasy winner (or loser) in your life at out affiliate link! | https://www.trophysmack.com/bellyup Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

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  Episode #57

  Episode 390: What We Learned From NFL Week 2

  Sep 23, 20261h 12mS6

  Two weeks down, and the NFL is already giving us plenty to talk about. Ryan and Dustin look back at NFL Week 2 and break down the games, teams, and players that stood out the most. We're talking about the best games of the week, the biggest surprises and upsets, the performances that left us disappointed, and the players who absolutely showed out. Then we'll step back and look at the bigger picture: What did we actually learn from Week 2? Which teams have our attention after two games? Which early concerns are starting to feel legitimate? And which Week 2 results might just be early-season noise? It's another week of NFL reactions, observations, and probably a few overreactions on No Credentials Required — where you don't need a press pass to talk sports! No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Trophy Smack: This episode's affiliate sponsor is Trophy Smack: Bragging Rights in Real Form! Find trophies, belts, and more for the fantasy winner (or loser) in your life at out affiliate link! | https://www.trophysmack.com/bellyup Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

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  Episode #56

  Episode 389: Highmark Opens With A Bang + Our NFL Week 2 Games, Players & Picks

  Sep 20, 202649 minS6

  The NFL’s newest stadium is officially open, and the Buffalo Bills gave their fans plenty to celebrate. Ryan and Dustin react to Buffalo’s 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at the new Highmark Stadium. Josh Allen accounted for five touchdowns as the Bills moved to 2-0, but what stood out beyond the final score — and what should we take away from Detroit’s performance? From there, we look ahead to the rest of NFL Week 2 and highlight the games, players, and individual matchups we’ll be watching closely this weekend. And, of course, we wrap things up by cutting the brakes! Ryan and Dustin make their Week 2 selections in the Cut the Brakes Pick ’Em Challenge, including three game picks and one upset special. It’s another football-heavy edition of No Credentials Required — where you don’t need a press pass to talk sports! No Credentials Required is a part of the Belly Up Sports Media Network. Belly Up Sports: https://www.bellyupsports.com | https://www.youtube.com/@bellyupsports Bumper Music: "Thank You God" by Akira the Don and MEANINGWAVE - Copyright 2021 USED WITH PERMISSION Trophy Smack: Bragging Rights in Physical Form! Head to https://www.trophysmack.com/bellyup to look for a trophy, belt, ring and more fot the winners (or losers) of your fantasy league! Follow No Credentials Required on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe to our YouTube page for live shows and additional content!

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