296: Blockbuster Trades and Geeneral Disasters

Oct 30, 2026

296: Blockbuster Trades and Geeneral Disasters

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Show notes

The Underdog NFL Show returns as Chris Horwedel and Mario Hines break down NFL Week 8, major trades ahead of the November 10 deadline, the Philadelphia Eagles' disastrous season and the upcoming NFL Draft. The biggest story is a wave of blockbuster NFL trades. Chicago acquires All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from Tennessee for two first-round picks, San Francisco brings back DeForest Buckner, and Seattle lands eight-time Pro Bowler Quenton Nelson. Chris and Mario debate the prices, the Colts' surprising sell-off and whether Jonathan Taylor or Josh Downs could be next. The guys also take a hard look at Philadelphia's collapsing season, discussing Jalen Hurts' injury, Saquon Barkley's future, possible Eagles trade-deadline moves and whether the franchise should focus on rebuilding for 2028. Looking toward the draft, they evaluate Darian Mensah, CJ Carr, Arch Manning and other quarterback prospects, including Chris' intriguing comparison between Carr and Brock Purdy. Then it's time for a complete NFL Week 8 preview, featuring Ravens-Bills, Browns-Steelers, Chiefs-Broncos, Eagles-Commanders, Bears-Seahawks and the rest of the upcoming schedule. Using the latest odds, Chris and Mario examine the biggest matchups, injuries, spreads and teams fighting to stay in contention. Finally, the conversation turns to Justin Herbert's future with the Chargers, whether a change of scenery could revive his career, and which NFL teams would actually benefit from replacing their current quarterback with Herbert.

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