Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
It's Mike Straw LIVE for September 9, 2025. This week we talk NASCAR 25, FIFA 26 Rumors, WWE 2K25 and The Island/MyFaction, new PlayStation 6 (PS6) Details, PlayStation turns 30, looking back at the week's NFL picks, and much more!
Timestamps:
[00:00:00] - Intro
[00:01:00] Subscriber goal and live platforms
[00:03:26] Bills celebration
[00:04:51] Show format, no midroll ads
[00:05:59] - NASCAR 25 update
[00:06:29] Trailer delay explanation
[00:07:07] Trailer and tracks planned
[00:07:50] UFC 6 status
[00:08:44] Legends/Gold edition speculation
[00:09:11] Driving styles discussion
[00:09:59] 2026 DLC and paint schemes
[00:10:53] Track list timing expectations
[00:11:37] - Personal updates and show plans
[00:12:06] Career direction
[00:12:55] Second weekly show, possible hockey show
[00:14:04] Forbes NFL coverage links
[00:16:02] Streaming expansion and format goals
[00:17:19] - FIFA 26 rumor
[00:17:28] Athletic report and demo clip
[00:17:59] Refactor Games mention
[00:18:39] 2K–FIFA talks status
[00:19:36] Demo as pitch question
[00:20:11] FIFA wants an EA competitor
[00:20:37] PES to eFootball disappointment
[00:22:00] - Channel growth and WWE 2K
[00:22:08] Stream view goals
[00:23:02] WWE 2K26 timeline
[00:25:06] 2K25 not recommended
[00:25:12] Island mode as monetization hub
[00:26:09] Mode-locked characters frustration
[00:26:21] Persona AJ Styles issue
[00:27:26] Desire for classic season modes
[00:28:09] Story creator nostalgia
[00:29:55] - College basketball: EA, 2K plans
[00:30:06] EA backing out after announcement
[00:30:41] 2K college experience approach
[00:31:05] Likely MyTEAM integration first
[00:31:16] Earliest full game optimism (2027)
[00:31:45] Concern: only ~100 teams
[00:32:49] Tournament and conference feasibility
[00:33:45] Exclusivity and competition
[00:36:01] Criticism of executives' trust
[00:37:25] CF25 sales vs expectations
[00:40:15] - PlayStation 6 and consoles
[00:40:34] Detachable disc drive plan
[00:41:23] 2027–2028 launch window
[00:41:50] PS5 Slim pricing
[00:42:57] GTA 6 likely before PS6 (2025)
[00:43:09] Football 26 mention
[00:44:52] GTA6 console-first, PC later
[00:45:35] Big Nintendo Direct rumor timing
[00:46:06] - 30 Years of PlayStation and showcases
[00:46:31] Possible State of Play window
[00:47:30] Wolverine trailer readiness
[00:47:43] 2D Metroidvania God of War rumor
[00:48:09] PS1 top sellers by units
[00:49:39] Dollars vs units discussion
[00:51:03] Sports games sidelined at showcases
[00:51:17] Idea to revive sports showcase
[00:52:21] - NFL: Week 1 recap and Week 2 picks
[00:53:10] Season record recap (11–5)
[00:54:03] Bills’ comeback recap
[00:56:14] Commanders vs Packers
[00:56:47] Browns vs Ravens
[00:57:07] Jaguars vs Bengals
[00:57:38] Giants vs Cowboys
[00:58:12] Lions vs Bears
[00:58:36] Patriots vs Dolphins
[00:59:14] Saints vs 49ers
[00:59:37] Bills vs Jets
[01:00:42] Steelers vs Seahawks
[01:01:05] Rams vs Titans
[01:01:25] Panthers vs Cardinals
[01:02:01] Colts vs Broncos
[01:02:31] Eagles vs Chiefs
[01:03:03] Vikings vs Falcons
[01:03:29] Texans vs Buccaneers
[01:04:12] Chargers vs Raiders
[01:04:44] Posting picks, possible changes
[01:05:01] Forbes NFL coverage reminder
[01:06:11] Fan conduct commentary
[01:06:47] Closing thanks and future shows
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It's Mike Straw LIVE for September 9, 2025. This week we talk NASCAR 25, FIFA 26 Rumors, WWE 2K25 and The Island/MyFaction, new PlayStation 6 (PS6) Details, PlayStation turns 30, looking back at the week's NFL picks, and much more!
Timestamps:
[00:00:00] - Intro
[00:01:00] Subscriber goal and live platforms
[00:03:26] Bills celebration
[00:04:51] Show format, no midroll ads
[00:05:59] - NASCAR 25 update
[00:06:29] Trailer delay explanation
[00:07:07] Trailer and tracks planned
[00:07:50] UFC 6 status
[00:08:44] Legends/Gold edition speculation
[00:09:11] Driving styles discussion
[00:09:59] 2026 DLC and paint schemes
[00:10:53] Track list timing expectations
[00:11:37] - Personal updates and show plans
[00:12:06] Career direction
[00:12:55] Second weekly show, possible hockey show
[00:14:04] Forbes NFL coverage links
[00:16:02] Streaming expansion and format goals
[00:17:19] - FIFA 26 rumor
[00:17:28] Athletic report and demo clip
[00:17:59] Refactor Games mention
[00:18:39] 2K–FIFA talks status
[00:19:36] Demo as pitch question
[00:20:11] FIFA wants an EA competitor
[00:20:37] PES to eFootball disappointment
[00:22:00] - Channel growth and WWE 2K
[00:22:08] Stream view goals
[00:23:02] WWE 2K26 timeline
[00:25:06] 2K25 not recommended
[00:25:12] Island mode as monetization hub
[00:26:09] Mode-locked characters frustration
[00:26:21] Persona AJ Styles issue
[00:27:26] Desire for classic season modes
[00:28:09] Story creator nostalgia
[00:29:55] - College basketball: EA, 2K plans
[00:30:06] EA backing out after announcement
[00:30:41] 2K college experience approach
[00:31:05] Likely MyTEAM integration first
[00:31:16] Earliest full game optimism (2027)
[00:31:45] Concern: only ~100 teams
[00:32:49] Tournament and conference feasibility
[00:33:45] Exclusivity and competition
[00:36:01] Criticism of executives' trust
[00:37:25] CF25 sales vs expectations
[00:40:15] - PlayStation 6 and consoles
[00:40:34] Detachable disc drive plan
[00:41:23] 2027–2028 launch window
[00:41:50] PS5 Slim pricing
[00:42:57] GTA 6 likely before PS6 (2025)
[00:43:09] Football 26 mention
[00:44:52] GTA6 console-first, PC later
[00:45:35] Big Nintendo Direct rumor timing
[00:46:06] - 30 Years of PlayStation and showcases
[00:46:31] Possible State of Play window
[00:47:30] Wolverine trailer readiness
[00:47:43] 2D Metroidvania God of War rumor
[00:48:09] PS1 top sellers by units
[00:49:39] Dollars vs units discussion
[00:51:03] Sports games sidelined at showcases
[00:51:17] Idea to revive sports showcase
[00:52:21] - NFL: Week 1 recap and Week 2 picks
[00:53:10] Season record recap (11–5)
[00:54:03] Bills’ comeback recap
[00:56:14] Commanders vs Packers
[00:56:47] Browns vs Ravens
[00:57:07] Jaguars vs Bengals
[00:57:38] Giants vs Cowboys
[00:58:12] Lions vs Bears
[00:58:36] Patriots vs Dolphins
[00:59:14] Saints vs 49ers
[00:59:37] Bills vs Jets
[01:00:42] Steelers vs Seahawks
[01:01:05] Rams vs Titans
[01:01:25] Panthers vs Cardinals
[01:02:01] Colts vs Broncos
[01:02:31] Eagles vs Chiefs
[01:03:03] Vikings vs Falcons
[01:03:29] Texans vs Buccaneers
[01:04:12] Chargers vs Raiders
[01:04:44] Posting picks, possible changes
[01:05:01] Forbes NFL coverage reminder
[01:06:11] Fan conduct commentary
[01:06:47] Closing thanks and future shows
----------------------------
🔗 Follow me for more:
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mikestrawmedia.com
Twitter: twitter.com/MikeStrawMedia
MSM Discord: discord.gg/EvZuS4AGH2
#nascar25 #wwe2k25 #gaming
