Combat veteran, Army Airborne Ranger and Purple Heart recipient Ben Brown joins Scott Kaplan to discuss his next challenge: Rooster's Backyard Ultra on November 14, 2026.

Brown is taking on the grueling endurance race to raise $50,000 for 9 Week Warrior, a nonprofit supporting veterans and first responders through wellness, recovery and community programs.

Unlike a traditional marathon, Rooster's Backyard Ultra requires runners to complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, continuing for as long as they can. Brown explains the mental and physical demands of the competition, his personal motivation for running and how ultrarunning has helped him find resilience and purpose after military service.

The conversation also explores why supporting veterans and first responders after their service is so important and how the community can help make a difference.

**Race Date:** November 14, 2026
**Fundraising Goal:** $50,000
**Benefiting:** 9 Week Warrior

Support Ben's mission and help provide resources for those who have dedicated their lives to serving others.

One mission. One yard at a time. No warrior left behind.

#BenBrown #ScottKaplan #Veterans #FirstResponders #Ultramarathon #9WeekWarrior

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Did the Padres blow their opportunity? Scott Kaplan opens the show with his thoughts on San Diego's missed chance before diving into the latest NFL storylines, endurance racing and motorsports with a packed lineup of guests.

**Ben Brown** joins Scott to discuss his upcoming Rooster Marathon challenge, the unique race format, his mindset and goals, and what motivates him to compete. Plus, Ben shares the story of his son's meeting with Royce Williams.

**Eric Williams** breaks down the latest NFL headlines, including Denver's coaching, the narratives surrounding quarterbacks, the Colts' trades and the Battle of LA. Plus, a discussion about former Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers taking over at NC State.

**Julia Nataas** joins the show to discuss her drag racing career, including her transition from racing as a kid to competing in drag racing.

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Is it time to panic about the Rams? And what's next for the Chargers?

Scott Kaplan breaks down the latest in Southern California sports with a packed lineup of guests, including Jim Steeg, FOX Sports' Eric Williams, Craig Dado and Gary Cooper.

**Jim Steeg** shares behind-the-scenes stories from his legendary Super Bowl career, including how he landed the job, the history of the first Super Bowl halftime show and San Diego's influence on the NFL's biggest event.

**Eric Williams** examines whether it's time to panic about the Rams, the flaws in their roster and why their upcoming matchup against the Raiders is a must-win. Plus, what's next for Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers?

**Craig Dado** explains how SICscore evaluates NFL team health, discusses the SIC Picks guarantee and previews his Week 7 NFL picks.

**Gary Cooper** also joins the show.

#ScottKaplan #Rams #Chargers #NFL #JimSteeg #SuperBowl #SICPicks

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The Chargers are still searching for their first win, and questions are growing about Jim Harbaugh. Scott Kaplan breaks down the struggles in Los Angeles, plus the latest in San Diego sports.

Former NFL offensive lineman Kyle Turley joins the show to discuss the downfall of SDSU football, where the program goes from here, the passing of Mike Ditka and his latest music.

FOX Sports' Eric Williams breaks down the Chargers' winless start, Harbaugh's struggles and the Rams' special teams problems.

Plus, Craig Dado joins to discuss the SIC Picks guarantee and the latest offers, while Jason Finley reflects on being one year removed from his transplant and his connection to the family.

Scott also discusses the Nice Guys and Billy Ray Smith Jr., Ted Leitner's show and PrizePicks.

#ScottKaplan #Chargers #JimHarbaugh #KyleTurley #SDSU #NFL

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It’s a huge day for the Padres as they get ready for Game 3 against the Brewers, and Scott Kaplan breaks down what’s at stake for San Diego.

Andrew Siciliano joins the show to talk Deshaun Watson, the Browns’ upcoming schedule and life after NFL RedZone. FOX Sports’ Eric Williams breaks down Deebo Samuel’s return to San Francisco, what Seattle is missing without Kenneth Walker and the Harbaugh-Herbert pairing with the Chargers.

Plus, Affy joins Scott to discuss the GoFundMe for his kids, and Craig Dado previews the Eagles matchup, gives his 3-Star and 2-Star picks and breaks down the latest SIC Picks offer.

#Padres #MLBPlayoffs #NFL #AndrewSiciliano #ScottKaplan

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Kimberly Hunt joins Scott Kaplan to remember her late husband, Billy Ray Smith Jr., and reflect on the outpouring of love and support following his passing.

Kimberly also previews the 46th Annual Nice Guy of the Year Gala, where she and Billy Ray Smith Jr. are being honored, and discusses what the event means to their family and the San Diego community.

#BillyRaySmith #KimberlyHunt #ScottKaplan #SanDiego

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The Padres take Game 1 against the Chicago Cubs, and Joe Musgrove's return adds another storyline to San Diego's postseason run. Scott Kaplan breaks down the Padres' playoff outlook with former MLB All-Star Adrian Gonzalez.

Meanwhile, the Chargers have fallen to 0-3. FOX Sports' Eric Williams joins the show to discuss what's going wrong and whether the team can turn things around.

Kim Hunt also joins Scott, along with Craig Dado from Sports Injury Central, for another episode packed with San Diego sports and conversation.

Guests: Kim Hunt, Adrian Gonzalez, Eric Williams and Craig Dado.
#ScottKaplan #Padres #Chargers #MLBPlayoffs #SanDiego

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The Chargers are 0-2, the Raiders are 2-0 after beating Los Angeles and the Rams bounce back in Week 2. Scott Kaplan breaks down the biggest storylines from around the NFL and looks ahead to Week 3.

ESPN’s James Blake joins the show to discuss the New York Giants losing quarterback Jaxson Dart to a season-ending knee injury. FOX Sports’ Eric Williams breaks down NFL Week 2 and looks ahead to Week 3, while Craig Dado from SICScore recaps the Week 2 winners and gives out his Week 3 plays.

Plus, Ernie Hahn joins the show to preview the Del Mar Wine + Food Festival.

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Scott Kaplan gets ready for NFL Week 2 with JT the Brick, FOX Sports’ Eric Williams and SIC Score’s Craig Dado.

JT breaks down the Raiders after Week 1, why the Chargers can’t afford a loss, the impact of the Raiders’ new coaching staff and why Ashton Jeanty is an elite talent. Eric Williams explains why Week 1 can be misleading, discusses the Myles Garrett injury and what he saw from the Chargers. Plus, Craig Dado joins the show with the latest from SIC Picks and Week 2 picks.

NFL Week 2 starts here on the Kaplan & Crew Football Show.

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