Zone Blitz to Zone Trap

A football and hockey podcast breaking down the blitzes, breakaways, and bad decisions from a DMV sports fan’s perspective. Hosted by a stat-loving Ravens and Capitals fan (who still roots for the Wizards and Nationals, for some reason), this show blends smart analysis with just enough sarcasm to get you through another heartbreaking season. Expect data, laughs, and therapy — one zone read or power play at a time.

Zone Blitz to Zone Trap is a sports podcast hosted by Jacob Kuney, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Jacob Kuney hosts Zone Blitz to Zone Trap, a sports show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #35

  Episode 34 - Classic Chokers & Injury itis

  Sep 26, 202624 min

  Kuney breaks down yet another classic Ravens chokejob. Falling 24-17 to the New Orleans Saints for their 4th consecutive loss at home dating back to the 2025 season. What went wrong, but also what did the Ravens do well? As yes, there were some positives to take away from the game. Kuney outlines his concerns and bright spots for the Week 3 matchup at the Cowboys in the NFL Rio game. In addition, a sad stat about a franchise I'm sure you forgot about, and Kuney talks about who he wants and does not want to win the World Series. 1:22 Ravens - Analysis of the 24-17 loss vs the Saints and outlook of week 3 matchup at the Cowboys 14:01 Sad Stat of the Week - There's no way this team can have that record 16:00 National Spotlight - Who is Kuney hoping wins the World Series, and who (Yankees) does he not want to win the World Series? Follow the show @trapzonepod on Instagram

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  Episode 33 - Rising Ravens & Comeback Caps

  Sep 19, 202633 min

  FOOTBALL IS BACK!! Kuney talks football with the Ravens 41-23 win at the Colts for their first kickoff week victory since 2023. The offense looked great, and the defense looks much better; a great start to the Jesse Minter era in Baltimore. The game broken down. The Washington Capitals are back with the pre-season starting this weekend, and the regular season getting underway on October 2nd. While those season are starting, the Nationals' 2026 season is coming to an end; while there will be no playoffs in DC for the 7th straight year, the Nats are showing promise for next year and Cade Cavalli is sticking around. In addition, a sad stat of the week that will make fans in New Jersey happy and sad and Kuney will predict who he thinks will win each division in the NFL (he only had to make one change after week 1). 1:36 Ravens - Analysis of the 41-23 Win at the Colts, and a preview of week 2 vs the New Orleans Saints. 11:18 Capitals - Training camp and a look ahead to the pre-season. 14:31 Nationals - The season is over, but what positives can be taken away from season number 1 of a restarted rebuild. 21:04 Sad Stat of the Week - How long has it been New Jersey? 23:17 National Spotlight - Do you agree or disagree with Kuney's division winner picks? Follow the show on Instagram @trapzonepod

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  Episode #33

  Episode 32 - Pre-Season Projections & California Craziness

  Aug 29, 202626 min

  The Ravens' pre-season wraps up, and Kuney breaks down what he liked and did not like from the team under the brand new regime. Can the Ravens get back to form, or will this be another rough year in Charm City? The Nationals are dragging on to the finish line like they're chained to anchor, but some good things are still happening in DC. In addition, a fresh sad stat that will make any football fan laugh without feeling like they're telling a 30 year old joke, and the National Spotlight will make you wonder what is going on in California. No updates from the Capitals and Wizards as the players are beginning to return in time for training camps. 1:23 Ravens - The goods and the bads from the 2026 pre-season including who Kuney believes is a lock for QB3. 12:52 Nationals - The season cannot end soon enough. Who will be in the Nats starting rotation in 2027? Cavalli and who...? 19:18 Sad Stat of the Week - The Jets did something better than who? 21:28 National Spotlight - Do owners just think the laws do not apply to them? Follow the show on Instagram @trapzonepod.

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  Episode #32

  Episode 31 - Pre-season Perceptions & Meatball Meltdown

  Aug 14, 202635 min

  Kuney returns from another hiatus to find A LOT of new stuff to discuss! The Ravens have wrapped up training camp, and are ready to take on the wrong birds in their first pre-season game under a revamped coaching staff. Plus, Zay Flowers got PAID!!$$ The Nationals were sellers at the trade deadline (shocker), but the pieces they received have already started performing well as the Nats look to end the season on a high note. Littell and Mikolas are gone, but new blood is being brought up from the farm system. In addition, two sad stats are brought this week, and a headline that will make all Detroit sports fans...happy?? 1:33 Ravens - Good and Bad injury news for the Ravens as well as breakdowns of Zay Flowers' contract and rookie WR Ja'Kobi Lane 12:20 Nationals - The trade deadline has passed, and it was definitely more successful than last year's iteration. 26:29 Sad Stat of the Week - How much more beating up on Washington and Pittsburgh can Kuney do? 30:33 National Spotlight - I can hear Detroit fans saying: "Free at last, Free at last!" Follow the show on Instagram @trapzonepod

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  Episode #31

  Episode 30 - Washingtonian Wizardry & Bullpen Blues

  Jul 11, 202630 min

  The pick is IN! The Washington Nationals have selected Texas A&M 2B Chris Hacopian, from Gaithersburg, MD, a 2x All-Big 10 Athlete with THE University of Maryland. Kuney is no scouting expert, but he is intrigued by the player; on the contrary, he is consistently pissed off by the bullpen the Nats continuously trot out. THE GREAT 8 IS BACK!! The Capitals and Wizards have been making moves. Lots of new faces in Capital One Arena this offseason including former Blue Jackets Captain Boone Jenner and New York Knicks Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing (as a coach, not a player). Plus, a sad stat that pokes fun at the Redskins (it's never ending), and some a listener hot take regarding the Indianapolis Colts. 1:50 Capitals - New Additions to the team and Ovi is back! 8:09 Wizards - Welcome Deandre Ayton (why...?) and welcome back Kris Middleton. 14:06 Nationals - The selection of Maryland's own Chris Hacopian, and the worst bullpen in MLB history. 23:23 Sad Stat of the Week - Is three decades a long time? 25:11 Trap Talk - Who is on the Hot Seat in Indianapolis? Follow the show on Instagram @trapzonepod or subscribe to the Youtube channel @ZBZT

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