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

Keywords

Dallas Cowboys, NFL, Detroit Lions, football analysis, coaching decisions, player performance, turnovers, season outlook, sports podcast

Summary

In this episode of the Lombardi and JP Talks Sports podcast, the hosts discuss the Dallas Cowboys' recent performance, particularly their loss to the Detroit Lions. They analyze the reasons behind the defeat, including self-inflicted mistakes, defensive struggles, and coaching decisions. The conversation also touches on the impact of turnovers, key player performances, and comparisons with other teams like the Kansas City Chiefs. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings and share their predictions for the rest of the season.

Takeaways

• The Cowboys' recent loss was largely due to self-inflicted mistakes.

• Defensive struggles were evident, particularly in stopping the Lions' offense.

• Coaching decisions played a significant role in the game's outcome.

• Turnovers were critical, leading to points for the Lions.

• The Cowboys' offense moved the ball well but failed to convert in the red zone.

• Comparisons were made between the Cowboys, Lions, and Chiefs regarding team performance.

• The importance of making the playoffs was emphasized.

• The upcoming game against the Vikings is seen as a must-win.

• The hosts expressed differing opinions on the quality of the Lions as a team.

• The conversation highlighted the unpredictability of the NFL season.

Titles

• Cowboys' Luck Runs Out: A Season in Review

• Self-Inflicted Wounds: Analyzing the Lions Game

Sound Bites

• "We couldn't stop anything all game."

• "All three phases played poorly."

• "We had 400 plus yards on offense."

Chapters

00:00

The Cowboys' Recent Performance and Season Outlook

01:55

Analyzing the Lions Game: Self-Inflicted Loss?

04:02

Defensive Struggles and Coaching Decisions

07:49

Offensive Challenges and Key Players

11:27

Turnovers and Their Impact on the Game

15:49

Comparing Teams: Lions vs. Chiefs

19:50

The Cowboys' Defensive Issues

24:31

Looking Ahead: Upcoming Vikings Game