[00:18] Introduction & Welcome Back
- Chris returns safely from overseas travel
- Brief discussion of last week’s unusual recording setup with AirPods and poor WiFi
[01:05] NFL Trade Deadline Deep Dive
- Trade deadline approaching in less than two weeks
- Comprehensive review of ESPN’s top 25 potential trade candidates
- Evan Neal (#25): Former #7 overall pick from Giants; hosts discuss potential reclamation project at guard for Eagles, similar to Mekhi Becton situation
- Saquon Barkley’s concerning stats: now second in NFL for tackles in backfield, longest run only 18 yards this season (had 22 carries of 18+ yards last year)
- Roger McCreary (#14): Titans cornerback discussed as steady option for teams needing secondary help
- Arden Key (#13): Titans edge rusher – hosts skeptical of his value despite athletic profile
- Chris Olave (#7): Saints receiver as potential fit for Giants opposite Malik Nabers and Daniel Jones
- Riq Woolen (#4): Seahawks cornerback (6’4″ with 4.3 speed) – doesn’t fit Mike McDonald’s defensive scheme; potential fits include Lions, Eagles, Falcons
- Breece Hall (#3): Jets running back; team fits include Chargers, Chiefs, Texans despite Hall wanting to stay
- Jaylen Waddle (#2): Dolphins receiver (10% trade chance); Giants and Steelers best fits
- Trey Hendrickson (#1): Bengals edge rusher most likely to be traded; Colts identified as intriguing fit
[23:00] Indianapolis Colts Success Story
- Colts praised as surprise team with best record in league
- Shane Steichen’s play-calling excellence highlighted
- Anthony Richardson benching decision discussed as bold move that paid off
[24:22] NBA Scandal Sidebar
- Chauncey Billups arrest mentioned involving rigged poker games tied to the mafia
- Comparison to movie plots; discussion of how reality matches fiction
- Brief mention of other NBA controversies including Kawhi Leonard situation
[27:04] Week 7 NFL Schedule Breakdown
Thursday Night Football [28:04]: Vikings at Chargers (Chargers -3.5 per oddsmakers)
- Vikings dealing with quarterback issues; consistency concerns mounting
- Chargers at home with better positioning despite both teams having issues
Sunday Early Games:
[29:56] Bills at Panthers (Panthers +7)
- Panthers showing legitimate improvement with Bryce Young
- Rico Dowdle discussion as functional backup running back
- Ticket prices surprisingly expensive for Panthers home game
- Young and CJ Stroud playing at similar mediocre levels recently
- Bills expected to win convincingly by more than touchdown
[32:50] Bears at Ravens (Ravens -6.5)
- Lamar Jackson’s practice status TBD but expected to play
- Bears playing legitimate football but not expected to overcome Ravens at home
[33:28] Browns at Patriots (Patriots -7)
- Shadeur Sanders discussion
- Sanders not getting any first-team practice snaps despite being backup
- Stefanski wouldn’t commit to Sanders as #2 over Bailey Zappe
- Quinchon Johnson’s recent performance analyzed: 25 carries, 3 TDs but only 3.4 YPC against Dolphins
- Drake May praised as likable with upside as top 10-12 quarterback
- May compared to Mitch Trubisky in personality (happy, puppy-like demeanor)
- Rhamondre Stevenson primary back but Henderson only got 2 carries despite being high draft pick
[41:00] Dolphins at Falcons (Falcons -7.5)
- Michael Penix Jr. described as “okay” – consistent mediocrity expected
- Suggestion that Raheem Morris may dislike Kirk Cousins
- Dolphins described as “shell of an NFL team”
[42:30] Giants at Eagles (Eagles -7.5)
- Strong revenge game narrative after Eagles’ embarrassing blowout loss earlier in season
- Hosts expect Eagles to dominate convincingly
- Jalen Hurts in “area code” of Jordan/Kobe revenge mentality
[43:40] Jets at Bengals (Bengals -6)
- Framed as “former Browns backup quarterbacks battle” with Tyrod Taylor vs Joe Flacco
- Jets moving to Taylor after Woody Johnson publicly criticized Justin Fields
- Described as skippable game
[44:32] 49ers at Texans (Texans -2)
- Brock Purdy vs Mac Jones quarterback situation for 49ers
- Christian McCaffrey’s return: 24 carries, 129 yards, 2 TDs plus 72 receiving yards
- McCaffrey’s performance gives hope for Saquon Barkley’s potential recovery
- Joe Mixon return timeline unclear for Texans
- Texans reportedly interested in acquiring Breece Hall
- Discussion of “breaking inertia” with backup quarterback having residual negative effects
[47:15] Buccaneers at Saints (Saints +3.5)
- Bucs expected to bounce back after disappointing Monday Night loss to Lions
- Baker Mayfield surprisingly inefficient in Detroit
- Defense gave up unexpected plays
- Gibbs praised for Lions’ performance
[48:15] Cowboys at Broncos (Broncos -3)
- Javonte Williams “revenge game” discussion against former team
- Williams having career year with Cowboys on one-year deal
- Extensive free agency speculation for 2025
- Discussion of Williams as quality second running back, similar evaluation of Isaiah Pacheco
- Altitude factor in Denver mentioned
[54:16] Titans at Colts (Colts -14.5)
- Largest spread of week at 14.5 points
- Colts identified as hosts’ “favorite AFC team”
- Expected dominant Colts victory
Sunday Night Football [54:25]: Packers at Steelers (Steelers +3)
- Steelers’ inability to close games highlighted as persistent problem
- NFC North rivalry dynamics discussed
- Steelers can’t protect quarterback concerns
Monday Night Football [55:26]: Commanders at Chiefs (Chiefs -12)
- Marcus Mariota starting for injured Jaden Daniels
- Second-largest spread of week
- Daniels’ injury concerns: longest rush only 18 yards this season, on pace for just 2,500 passing yards
- Question raised about overlooking size concerns too quickly
- RG3 comparison made regarding Washington’s history of mismanaging franchise QBs
- Daniels praised for elite pure passing upside even without running
- Washington’s “win now” moves discussed
- Team described as “weird” – perhaps anointed too early as contenders
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