Show notes

The Underdog NFL Show returns with Chris Horwedel and Mario Hines breaking down the NFL trade deadline, the Jacksonville Jaguars' aggressive roster moves, the Philadelphia Eagles' rebuilding plans, and the complete NFL Week 10 schedule. The biggest discussion centers on Jacksonville going all-in at the trade deadline, acquiring Jordan Davis from Philadelphia, Jessie Bates III from Atlanta, and Davon Godchaux from New Orleans. Chris and Mario grade the deals, debate whether the Jaguars overpaid and examine how the additions could transform their defense. Chris also reacts to losing one of his favorite Eagles while praising Howie Roseman's ability to accumulate premium draft picks. Elsewhere, Kirk Cousins returns to the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo acquires interception leader Amani Hooker, Kansas City adds Josh Downs, Detroit trades for Andre Cisco, and San Francisco lands Keenan Allen. The guys evaluate which teams improved, which surrendered too much draft capital, and whether Minnesota's quarterback reunion can rescue its offense. In Regression or Reality, three extraordinary NFL statistical trends take center stage. Chicago survives five turnovers despite Caleb Williams throwing four interceptions, the Los Angeles Chargers endure 37 consecutive possessions without a touchdown, and San Francisco forces five turnovers in one half without recording a sack. Chris and Mario examine what these performances reveal about the teams involved. The conversation then turns to a complete NFL Week 10 preview, including Lions-Patriots in Munich, Vikings-Packers, Jaguars-Titans, Bills-Jets, Steelers-Bengals and Chargers-Ravens. Chris also considers Grant Udinski and Declan Doyle as future Eagles head coaching candidates, discusses Joe Milton's development, and looks ahead to potential quarterback options in the NFL Draft. Along the way, there are detours into Caleb Williams' blueberry investment, the future of DC Studios, and the latest television shows worth watching.