Lombardi & JP Talk Sports Interview Series: Bryant Pitcher Kyle Rizy S2. Ep. 2

Kyle Rizy’s journey from a high school ace at Worcester Academy to a dominant senior season at Bryant University is all about resilience. The 6'8" right handed pitcher battled through injury and Tommy John surgery to come back strong in 2025, going 7-0 with a 3.96 ERA, 41 strikeouts, and a .216 opponent batting average. Learn how this Second Team All America East selection turned setbacks into success and why his future in baseball is one to watch. #BryantBaseball #KyleRizy #CollegeBaseball #PitcherLife #MLBProspect

🎙️ Podcast Highlights

1. Locked On LSU (July 25, 2025) – “LSU Baseball Stars DOMINATING Summer Leagues! 🔥”

• Rizy is prominently discussed as one of LSU's standout performers in the summer leagues.
• Hosts spotlight how he's dominating the Cape Cod League with a devastating slider and upper‑90s fastball.Apple Podcasts+11Goodpods+11New England Baseball Journal+11
• Comparisons are drawn between his summer dominance and what Chase Shores provided in LSU’s championship run—suggesting Rizy is following a similar trajectory. Goodpods+1Louisiana Sports+1

2. D1Baseball Podcast – “MCWS Wrap‑Up: LSU wins 8th national title” (June 23, 2025)

• While the episode recaps LSU’s title and team performance, relievers like Rizy are mentioned among pitchers whose contributions were key to the championship.
• The panel discusses pitching strategies, LSU’s staff depth, and the blend of experience and incoming talent—setting context for Rizy’s role.

🧢 Background and Performance Highlights

• Mavrick Rizy is a 6'9″ right-handed freshman from Worcester Academy and a top‑ranked New England recruit in the Class of 2024. He joined LSU and quickly earned opportunities in relief roles. Louisiana Sports+7New England Baseball Journal+7Reveille+7
• In the 2025 College World Series championship series, Rizy threw 1.2 scoreless innings in regionals and another scoreless inning in the super regionals as LSU swept the finals. Cape Cod Chronicle
• In the SEC season, he flashed dominance in regular play: for instance, he recorded 2.2 shutout innings with 6 strikeouts and no walks against McNeese. Louisiana Sport

Summary

In this episode of the Lombardi and JP Talks Sports podcast, hosts Scotty P, JP, and Lombardi dive into the latest NFL coaching changes and playoff matchups. The conversation kicks off with a light-hearted banter about the New England Patriots and their favorable playoff path, leading to a discussion on the recent firings and hirings of head coaches across the league. JP highlights the surprising decision to fire Sean McDermott from the Buffalo Bills, while Lombardi expresses skepticism about the Cowboys' potential new defensive coordinator candidates. As the episode progresses, the hosts analyze the upcoming AFC Championship game between the Patriots and the Denver Broncos, emphasizing the challenges the Broncos face with a backup quarterback. They also reflect on the thrilling playoff games that have unfolded, noting the record number of lead changes and close finishes this postseason. The episode wraps up with predictions for the Super Bowl, showcasing the hosts' differing opinions on which teams will emerge victorious.

Keywords

NFL, coaching changes, Patriots, Broncos, Super Bowl predictions, playoffs, Lombardi, JP, sports podcast

Takeaways

• 'Nobody likes a sore loser.'

• 'Defense wins championships.'

• 'The Bills just seem to never be able to get out of their own way.'

• 'It's amazing how strong and how much of an emphasis we can put on the defense.'

• 'This has been such a fun playoff season because it was anybody's game.'

Titles

• NFL Playoff Drama: Coaching Changes and Championship Predictions

• Patriots vs. Broncos: A Clash of Titans in the AFC Championship

Sound Bites

• "Nobody likes a sore loser."

• "We need somebody proven."

• "The filling of a position or the firing."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Banter

00:43

Coaching Changes in the NFL

04:29

AFC Championship Preview: Patriots vs. Broncos

28:54

Recap of Recent Playoff Games

38:36

Super Bowl Predictions and Closing Thoughts