The MMQB NFL Podcast

Conor Orr and Albert Breer reveal the shocking amount of time Albert has spent in Marriott hotels before giving some hot takes from their time in various training camps, including, the Giants winning the NFC East, why people need to stop making a big deal about training camp interceptions, why the Bears will be good this year, the Lions big Super Bowl odds, and why the Jets defense will be the best in the leagueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the new contract extensions given to Tua Tagovailoa and Jordan Love, the growing number of $50 million quarterbacks, what these teams will do going forward with their salary caps, and what teams may try to take the same route with their rookie QB's that the Packers did with LoveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr, Albert Breer, and Mitch Goldich break down their predictions for the next five Super Bowl winners including if CJ Stroud is the top QB of the future, if the Matthew Stafford Rams can still compete, how the Chiefs will regress with an aging roster, what a Jim Harbaugh led Chargers team will do, how far Jared Goff can take the Lions, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer celebrate the release of NCAA 25' before getting into the over abundance of behind the scenes shows in the NFL, how the new kick off rules will be handled during the offseason, what Jim Harbaugh is already bringing to the Chargers as their new head coach, how Dak Prescott's contract situation impacts other teams future plans, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr is joined by Tyler Dunne from 'Go Long' to break down the twelve teams that actually have a chance at winning the Super Bowl this season Check out Conor's full piece on SI.com here: https://www.si.com/nfl/nfl-super-bowl-59-contenders @ConorOrr // @TyDunneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr is joined by Mitch Goldich to break down some of Conor's picks from his 100 predictions column including this year's MVP, why Daniel Jones will have a bounce back season, if load management will come to the NFL, how the Steelers will use Justin Fields, if rugby players will get more post-Olympics tryouts, and what Bill Belichick will be doing in the futureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SI's Mitch Goldich moderates the first football debate of 2024 between our candidates Conor Orr and Albert Breer to hear their thoughts on international games, challenging pass interference calls, the fumble touchback rule, Eli Manning's hall of fame credentials, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss if Aaron Rodgers absence from mandatory minicamp is really a big deal, what rookie QB's could win their teams starting jobs, the futures of Brandon Aiyuk & Ja'Marr Chase, and if Trevor Lawrence was worth the record breaking extension he got from the JaguarsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the best and worst moves from this offseason including the Cowboys not extending Dak Prescott, the Niners keeping their Super Bowl window open, the Lions signing D.J. Reader, Atlanta's coaching changes, nobody hiring Bill BelichickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down Justin Jefferson's new deal that makes him the highest paid wideout in NFL history, what this means for CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase, and the situation with Haason Reddick and the JetsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down Justin Jefferson's record setting contract before giving out their NFC division winner predictions and wonder about Mike McCarthy's job security, how the Bucs will finish this season, and if the Niners could have a down year ahead of themSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame & Gilberto Manzanzo discuss the start of off season OTA's, if we'll end up seeing wide receivers being paid like running backs, and get into final 2024 record predictions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down their predictions for the winner of each AFC division including how the Jets defense could have nine players worthy of pro bowl selections, why the Steelers could really surprise people with their combo of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, and why the Jim Harbaugh led Chargers could have a better record than people expectSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano discuss notable free agents that remain unsigned before breaking down the situations with Tee Higgins and Brandon Aiyuk, if Tua Tagovailoa is actually worth a big extension, and what Jordan Love showed in the second half of the seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer react to the brutal schedules for the Jets and Steelers before discussing why the Dolphins should have gone after Kirk Cousins and why Mike McDaniel should get the chance to mold his own rookie quarterback. We also break down the quarterback competitions happening this offseason and which rookies should start and which ones should sitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the NFL schedule release including the NFL airing two games on Netlfix, the amount of afternoon games played by Kansas City, the brutal second half of Pittsburgh's schedule, why the league gave the Jets seven standalone games in the first eleven weeks of the season, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss why Albert has issues with Dunkin's coffee cups before breaking down why the league decides when team's should play non division games during the season, if the NFL knows it's their time to cement themselves long term as the number one sports league, how sports and entertainment are slowly becoming one, and why we miss color rushSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what bad blood rose to the surface at the Tom Brady roast, the smart extensions given to A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Travis Kelce, who the worst team will be in this season, the upcoming release of the full schedule, and who the first player will be to revolt against Christmas gamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the rest of the NFL draft and discuss why the Giants deciding not to draft JJ McCarthy, owners not extending star players before their market value increases, why the Cowboys lackluster offseason doesn't have them in win now mode, and if the 49ers should trade Brandon Aiyuk or Deebo SamuelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the highly anticipated first round of the NFL draft and wonder when the Patriots will give Drake Maye a chance to play, the Falcons surprise decision to take Michael Penix Jr. at #8, why the Vikings didn't trade up to draft JJ McCarthy higher, the puzzling choice by the Bills to trade out of the first round, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down five pre draft questions including their most surprising mock draft pick, the order that this years quarterbacks will be picked, how many quality players are actually in this class, who we're high on that other people aren't, and some of our other favoritesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr is joined by Go Long's Tyler Dunne to give out their top ten mock draft and wonder why JJ McCarthy is getting so much hype as the draft approaches, if Herm Edwards comparing Jayden Daniels to Randall Cunningham may be an accurate comp, why Marvin Harrison Jr. is really the best prospect in years, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down how a slow start for Caleb Williams in Chicago may spur some coaching changes, why Drake Maye could be the pick that propels a team into the 'A' tier, why Bo Nix's large number of starts in college could help him transition into the league, whether Jayden Daniels playing style will work in the pros, and how much success J.J. McCarthy & Michael Penix Jr. can bring to a teamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the recent lackluster signings by the Carolina Panthers, the bleak future outlook of the Denver Broncos, and some more free agent signings by some playoff teamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what led to the Steelers trading Kenny Pickett and acquiring Justin Fields from the Bears, the Cowboys not signing their key players to extensions, and how Conor's pre free agency predictions turned outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down some more big free agency moves this week including the puzzling move by the Jaguars signing Gabe Davis to a three year deal, Calvin Ridley signing a big deal with the Titans, the Cowboys decision to not extend Dak Prescott's contract, why Kirk Cousins is a perfect bridge quarterback for the organization,  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the biggest moves from the start of free agency including Kirk Cousins landing another big contract with the Falcons, why Russell Wilson signing with Pittsburgh may be the best move for both parties, the best landing spots for Justin Fields, how Saquon Barkley can restart his career with the Eagles, and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the Broncos taking a historic dead cap hit after releasing Russell Wilson and where the veteran quarterback could end up next. We also look at the Bills releasing several big name players, why the Chiefs need to resign Chris Jones at all costs, and some other teams that need to make it under the capSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer remember the late Chris Mortensen and the recently retired Peter King and discuss the many ways they impacted sports journalism in their lengthy careers. We also get into the light ribbing Conor got from Buccaneers GM Jason Licht over his pre season prediction for the team last year before discussing if Caleb Williams to the Bears is a done deal and the start of the offseason tampering periodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer go deeper into some of Albert's mailbag questions and discuss the good and bad ways potential draft picks are evaluated at the combine, who will actually be the number one pick in April, and if Jimmy Garoppolo could be finished in the NFLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down Super Bowl LVIII including what the team warmups told us about the game, the confusion over the overtime rules, the great play calling by Steve Spagnuolo, and what the Niners should do with their roster going forwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberton Manzano break down the keys to the game for the Chiefs and 49ers, what we can expect based on their recent play, and our pick for who will come out on topSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer come to live from the Super Bowl media day in Vegas to break down what Roger Goodell was asked in his private press conference, why owners are pushing back on having real grass over turf in their stadiums, and some thoughts on the game on SundaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr break discuss Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson deciding to stay in Detroit for another season instead of taking head coach position with another team, the increase in analytical coaching hires, and some leftover thoughts on the conference championship roundsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down some leftover notes and new coaching moves after the divisional rounds before previewing this weekends conference championship gamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer get into the Tennessee Titans hiring Bengals offensive coordinator Brian Callahan to be their new head coach before breaking down the Ravens finally made CJ Stroud look like a rookie, if the Bills should run it back with Sean McDermott, the Niners win over the Packers, and the Lions finally making it back to the conference championshipSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down the Cowboys should move on from Mike McCarthy after three straight 12-5 seasons, bad losses by young coaches Nick Sirianni and Mike McDaniels, if the Browns have hit a ceiling with the often injured Deshaun Watson, and if the Chiefs can pull off an upset win in BuffaloSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the highlights of wild card weekend including Dan Campbell leading the Lions to their first playoff win since 1991, if the Dolphins should consider trading Tua Tagovailoa after their frigid loss to the Chiefs, the fast, dominant win by the Texans over the Browns, and the big questions for Dallas after getting run over by the PackersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano preview the wild card playoff matchups and break down how the heavy winds could effect the Bills matchup against the Steelers, the how the Dolphins will fair in zero degree Kansas City weather, who has more to prove between the Browns and Texas, if Mike McCarthy is coaching for his job in Dallas, and Matthew Stafford returning to Detroit to face the LionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer get into the black Monday firings and break down why the Chargers need to go big with their new hire, who the Commanders should hire as their first head coaching hire under new ownership, why the Belichick era in New England could come to a messy end, and the disappointing end to the Jaguars seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down all the possible playoff matchups going into the final week of the season before getting into Stefon Diggs lack of production in the second half of the season, if the Bears should trade Justin Fields and keep Matt Eberflus, and our end of season awardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper throwing a drink on an opposing team's fan on Sunday and how the league should handle it. We also break down how Lamar Jackson locked in his second MVP award with a dominant win over the Dolphins, the controversial call at that marred the end of Lions vs. Cowboys, the surprising play of unsung quarterbacks recently, and the rest of the week 17 slateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.