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Episode 271: The Final Week of 25′

Mario Hines January 1, 2026


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This week on The Underdog NFL Show: 

 

00:13Opening & holiday banter: Hosts reflect on recording during the holidays and set the stage for a busy Week 18 with multiple divisions still undecided.

01:26Personal story & league news: Anecdotes segue into discussion of off-field NFL news, including recent legal issues involving notable players and how public perception lags performance.

08:05Week 18 overview: Why this final regular-season slate is unusually meaningful, with several division titles and playoff seeds still open.

09:26Panthers at Buccaneers: NFC South title implications, division format quirks, and draft vs playoff value discussion.

22:31Seahawks at 49ers: NFC West on the line, quarterback matchup context, and how recent performances shape the stakes.

24:35Browns at Bengals: AFC North matchup context, sack records, and player motivations.

26:17Cowboys at Giants: Draft positioning implications and the tension between winning and long-term team interests.

27:50Rookie QB discussion: Comparing first-year quarterbacks across the league and what metrics actually matter.

32:11Packers at Vikings: Playoff seeding context, backup quarterback situations, and coaching priorities.

33:12Colts at Texans: AFC South race implications and late-season roster instability.

34:42Titans at Jaguars: Division-clinching scenario and late-season evaluation themes.

37:13Saints at Falcons: Limited stakes game used to evaluate individual players and future roles.

41:05Cardinals at Rams: Wild card seeding implications and coaching mindset discussion.

44:53Lions at Bears: Missed opportunities, rivalry context, and how expectations shifted over the season.

46:17Chiefs at Raiders: Minimal competitive stakes, roster management, and fan-interest challenges.

47:55Chargers at Broncos: Resting starters and playoff positioning context.

48:35Dolphins at Patriots: Turbulent week backdrop and end-of-season evaluation.

50:26Jets at Bills: Stadium significance, team form heading into playoffs, and defensive trends.

54:31Commanders at Eagles: Division familiarity, resting starters, and low-scoring expectations.

55:29Ravens at Steelers: Monday night finale, physical identity discussion, and running game emphasis.

59:54Wrap-up: Final thoughts, Week 18 tone, and transition into the playoffs.

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