Podcasts about NFC West

Our Seahawks preview show takes a look into the NFC Championship clash against the NFC West division rivals Los Angeles Rams. We look back at the Rams performance against the Bears before getting into some of the key matchups. What strategic advantages does Seattle hold over the Rams? What should Seahawks fans be most concerned about when it comes to this Rams team. With Zach Charbonnet out this week, we run through a list of players (other than Kenneth Walker) who may need to step up for Seattle. We close the show with two players we'd like to see have big games in the NFC Championship to help lead the Seahawks to a win. Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation    

On today's show Pat, AJ Hawk, Darius Butler, and the boys are LIVE from Hard Rock Stadium ahead of tonight's Big College Game. In the first hour, we run through the Top 5 and recap everything that happened in the Divisional Round, including the Buffalo Bills firing Sean McDermott after their loss to the Broncos, the NFC West being the NFC's Best, the Patriots being all the way back and more. Also in the first hour, we are joined by Indiana University President Pamela Whitten to discuss the impact that Coach Cignetti and Indiana Football have had on the University. In the second hour, we are joined by NFL Senior Insider Adam Schefter to hear his perspective on Sean McDermott's firing and more. Also in the second hour, the Greatest College Football Coach of All Time Nick Saban joins us on stage to preview the night's match up between Miami and Indiana . Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12-3 EDT) or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you & will see you back in the ThunderDome tomorrow. Cheers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich weighs in on the Buffalo Bills parting ways with head coach Sean McDermott after the team's latest playoffs heartbreak. The guys react to the Broncos' controversial OT win over the Buffalo Bills after which Denver stunningly announced QB Bo Nix will miss the rest of the playoffs with a broken ankle. Rich reacts to the Los Angeles Rams' thrilling overtime win over the Chicago Bears despite Caleb Williams' INSANE miracle TD pass late in the 4th quarter to force OT, and to the Seattle Seahawks' 41-9 beat down of their NFC West rival San Francisco 49ers to move on to the NFC Championship Game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rams are on their way to the NFC Championship game after an insane win yesterday vs. the Chicago Bears. Frigid temperatures and swirling winds 100% were a factor, but the Rams and Sean McVay figured out a way to handle business. Stafford was dialed in during the final possessions and the Rams' defense was as good as it has been all season. Kam Curl had his best game as a Ram, and now the Seahawks await in Seattle for a chance at the Lombardi. Let's. f*cking. go. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers analyst, Tim Ryan explains why the Seahawks may be tough to beat for years and breaks down what San Francisco must add this offseason to stay competitive. Insightful analysis, roster needs, and NFC West outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers insider, Matt Barrows breaks down San Francisco’s loss in Seattle, the key offseason additions they must target, and what it’ll take to close the gap on their NFC West rivals. Insight, roster needs, and division outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: Silver and JD discuss the 49ers' season-ending loss to the Seattle Seahawks. They dive into the team's draft needs, with a focus on addressing the left guard position and finding a contingency plan for Trent Williams' potential retirement. The guys also weigh in on the possibility of trading quarterback Mac Jones, with JD expressing reluctance to part with the backup quarterback due to his value in case of an injury to Brock Purdy. The conversation also touches on the team's injuries and the importance of addressing their strength and conditioning program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Dirty Work, Adam Copeland and Derek Papa dive into the 49ers' season finale loss to the Seattle Seahawks. They discuss the team's impressive performance, despite injuries and setbacks, and how it sets the stage for next season. Adam shares his thoughts on Brock Purdy's growth as a quarterback and the team's resilience. The guys also touch on the importance of staying healthy and the potential impact of key players returning from injury. With a focus on the future, they explore the 49ers' offseason plans and the challenges they'll face in the NFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers insider, Matt Barrows breaks down San Francisco’s loss in Seattle, the key offseason additions they must target, and what it’ll take to close the gap on their NFC West rivals. Insight, roster needs, and division outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers analyst, Tim Ryan explains why the Seahawks may be tough to beat for years and breaks down what San Francisco must add this offseason to stay competitive. Insightful analysis, roster needs, and NFC West outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kostos takes a deep dive into the opening game of the Divisional Weekend slate, as the number one seeded Broncos host Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills as a slight home favorite. We detail the latest Bills injuries updates, why Josh Allen continues to be the main character of the playoffs, and more! Then, former NFL Offensive Lineman and legendary radio host Mike Golic Sr. stops by to talk all things Bills-Broncos as he will be calling the game for Westwood One, including why the Bills ability to run the ball on Denver will be key, how will Denver use Patrick Surtain and could Sean McDermott's job be in jeopardy with a loss? The hour wraps with the top angles and storylines entering tonight's NFC West playoff matchup between the 49ers and Seahawks, and explains why Sam Darnold's injury uncertainty could throw a monkey wrench into the way he's playing the game.

Nick Kostos discusses his top angles and storylines entering tonight's NFC West playoff matchup between the 49ers and Seahawks, and explains why Sam Darnold's injury uncertainty could throw a monkey wrench into the way he's playing the game.

Sportsphone Hour 2: Carlos Ramirez dives into the Seahawks/Niners playoff matchup tomorrow & what the 49ers need to do to pull out the victory over their NFC West rivals. Seahawks legend Dave Wyman also joins the show to give Seattle analysis & tell how much he is scared of Kyle ShanahanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The divisional round of the playoffs for the 2025 NFL season has four great games, and Billi and Cav have you covered with what you need to know going into the weekend.Saturday will feature QB Josh Allen and the Bills heading to Denver to face the Broncos, and the night finishes off with an NFC West showdown between the 49ers and Seahawks in Seattle. On Sunday, the Texans hope to win the franchise's first divisional round game when they play the Patriots, while QB Matthew Stafford and the Rams visit QB Caleb Williams in Chicago.As always, you can get all of our official plays for the NFL Season by heading over to LockBetting.Com. This service has 151 consecutive months of tracked and transparent profit- including 11 consecutive winning NFL seasons.If you don't want all to bet on all sports and you are just looking for NFL picks with a lower volume (6 plays per week), head over Patreon.Com/NFLPick6This service has been undeafeated for 3 straight years since it's 2022 inception.

Join Ryan Wormeli, Andrew Erickson, and Jake Ciely as they go through their biggest takeaways from each team in the NFC West! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads): Intro - NFC West - 0:00:00Seattle Seahawks Takeaways - Erickson: “This offense will be run-heavy” as an excuse to fade WRs. - 0:00:23Seattle Seahawks Takeaways - Jake: Pray Kenneth Walker doesn’t return. - 0:05:38Los Angeles Rams Takeaways - Erickson: Buy second-year RBs. - 0:07:13Los Angeles Rams - Jake: Kyren, and any RB in a similar timeshare, is completely fine. - 0:09:53BettingPros Premium - 0:12:56San Francisco 49ers Takeaways - Erickson: Upside wins championships. - 0:13:15San Francisco 49ers Takeaways - Jake: Stop underrating Brock Purdy. - 0:15:54Arizona Cardinals Takeaways - Erickson: Don’t wait to bail on QB/WR combos. - 0:17:54Arizona Cardinals Takeaways - Jake: QB styles determine more than you think - 0:19:54Outro - 0:24:25 Helpful Links: Hard Rock Bet - All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for Hard Rock Bet and make a $5 bet and you'll get $150 in bonus bets if you win. Head over to Hard Rock Bet, sign up and make your first deposit today. Payable in bonus bet(s). Not a cash offer. Offered by the Seminole Tribe of Florida in FL. Offered by Seminole Hard Rock Digital, LLC, in all other states. Must be 21+ and physically present in AZ, CO, FL, IL, IN, MI, NJ, OH, TN or VA to play. Terms and conditions apply. Concerned about gambling? In FL, call 1-888-ADMIT-IT. In IN, if you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-9-WITH-IT. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER (AZ, CO, IL, MI, NJ, OH, TN, VA). Perfect Draft Challenge - The 2025 season may be over, but with the Perfect Draft Challenge at fantasypros.com/perfectdraft, you can go back in time and try to nail the perfect fantasy football draft. Invite your friends and compete on our Perfect Draft leaderboards to see how you stack up! Follow us on Twitch - The team here at FantasyPros is taking questions all week, every week on Twitch. Follow us on Twitch at twitch.tv/fantasypros and never miss a stream! Discord – Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chat Leave a Review – If you enjoy our show and find our insight to be valuable, we’d love to hear from you! Your reviews fuel our passion and help us tailor content specifically for YOU. Head to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts and leave an honest review. Let’s make this show the ultimate destination for fantasy football enthusiasts like us. Thank you for watching and for showing your support – https://fantasypros.com/review/ BettingPros Podcast – For advice on the best picks and props across both the NFL and college football each and every week, check out the BettingPros Podcast at bettingpros.com/podcast, our BettingPros YouTube channel at youtube.com/bettingpros, or wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL playoffs are ELECTRIC after a wild wild-card weekend — join @TFFDudes as we break it all down heading into Divisional Round chaos! First up: We check in on Jordan after that brutal Jaguars meltdown (Bills sneak by 27-24 — oof). Seth is absolutely hyped for his Seahawks hosting the 49ers in a massive NFC West rematch after their bye!Then the Dudes drop their hottest takes:Favorite DFS plays & lineup buildersMike Tomlin not a HOF coachTexans Super Bowl run?Top Kalshi picks & sharp betting edgesPlayer props, spreads, and bold predictions on who punches their ticket to the Conference ChampionshipsKey matchups on deck:Bills at Broncos (Sat 4:30pm ET, CBS)  49ers at Seahawks (Sat 8pm ET, FOX)  Texans at Patriots (Sun 3pm ET, ESPN/ABC)  Rams at Bears (Sun 6:30pm ET, NBC)  Plus, massive NFL news: Mike Tomlin steps down as Steelers HC after 19 seasons (no losing records ever, but that 30-6 wild-card blowout vs. Texans was the final straw). We'll react live, speculate on Pittsburgh's next coach (McVay tree rumors?), and drop predictions for the full 2026 coaching carousel shakeup.Connect with the Showhttps://x.com/TFFDudes https://www.instagram.com/tffdudes/Watch the Dudes on Youtube athttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JAx3YD3P-OJRiaqA7wSQwQuestions for the showtffdudes@gmail.com Watch the Dudes on Youtube athttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JAx3YD3P-OJRiaqA7wSQw Sponsors Trophy Smackwww.trophysmack.com/dudes Sleeper www.sleeper.comDudes100 and they will match you $100

Division game for the divisional round. NFC West sure is flexing on this postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt previews this weekend's NFC West showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers.

Zuhair Ali and Luis Martinez join Reid to break down a fun week in the NFL and preview an exciting set of matchups for the Divisional Round of the playoffs including a clash of the titans in Bills/Broncos, an NFC West trilogy bout between the 49ers & Seahawks, a battle of “realness” in Texans/Patriots, and the NFC's most stressful contenders meeting in Rams/Bears! PLUS: Which of the Wild Card's losing teams have the most & least hope in 2026, the impact of John Harbaugh's New York Giants hire and Mike Tomlin's Steelers resignation on the coaching cycle, the greatness of Black Matt Schaub and more!CHAPTERS0:00 Intro2:47 Chat323's Updated Coaching Cycle Predictions16:33 Commanders (and sure, others) Coordinator Impacts21:36 Takeaways from Wild Card Weekend/Losing Team Futures39:51 Divisional Round Preview and Picks!

Steiny & Guru join The Morning Roast for the Friday Crossover before digging into the talk of the town and what will determine the biggest matchup of NFC West rivals in Seattle on Saturday!

We cover the top 8 sports stories of the day in the OCHO. 1. Seahawks/49ers here we go! 2. Sam Darnold injury update 3. NFL Divisional weekend 4. CFB Natty is in 3 days 5. CBB- Dawgs host a Sparty Party 6. Kraken fall to Bruins 7. Hot Stove 8. KJR weekend :30- STAN DARNOLD joins the show to talk about his new-found fame, twinning with Sam Danrold and Seahawks playoff predictions. :45- We have some scraps on the Char-Coacherie Board on this football Friday - The John Harbaugh to NY deal is definitely not done, but how far away are they? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th Man news with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) - What is the latest on this Sam Darnold injury and how concerned should we be? - What is Gregg's key to a Seahawks victory? :30- Ugh… the Dodgers are at it again… LA signed Kyle Tucker to a $60 million per year contract and they're payroll is nowhere close to even the next closest team. If this keeps up, the stage is being set for a lockout and we hate it. :45- Is Drew Lock ready to step in if needed and will he be needed? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Playoff Football Friday and we are playoff ready! The Superstitions are alive and well and Ashley has quite the conundrum… #ObliqueWatch is on and it's got every Seahawks fan on edge after Sam Darnold tweaked his oblique in practice yesterday. He says there's close to a zero chance he won't play tomorrow, but we'd be lying if we said we weren't nervous. :30- ICYMI Matt Hasselbeck: we talked with Matt on Wednesday (before the Sam Darnold injury), and got his thoughts on playing San Francisco again and preparing an offensive gameplan with a defense like the Seahawks have. :45- No Cliché Keys to victory! We give our keys to a Seahawks victory over the 49ers, no cliches allowed! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Playoff Football Friday! We are gearing up for the Seahawks and 49ers tomorrow night at Lumen Field. How concerned should we be about Sam Darnold's injury and how confident are we in this Seahawks team? We discuss it all with our experts and a special guest!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th Man news with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) - What is the latest on this Sam Darnold injury and how concerned should we be? - What is Gregg's key to a Seahawks victory? :30- Ugh… the Dodgers are at it again… LA signed Kyle Tucker to a $60 million per year contract and they're payroll is nowhere close to even the next closest team. If this keeps up, the stage is being set for a lockout and we hate it. :45- Is Drew Lock ready to step in if needed and will he be needed? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HUGH MILLEN'S X's and O's How does Hugh feel about the news on Sam Darnold's oblique and what's his level of concern? :30- MIKE HOLMGREN makes his Friday visit and gives us his thoughts on the Seahawks/49ers. :45- We wrap up the show and the week with Booze News!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jim Rome Show HR 2 - 1/15/26 Brian Webber on the NFL Playoffs with an eye on the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks in focus. Then, NBC Sports ProFootballTalk's Josh Alper joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are just flying through this week with some awesome, jam-packed shows! We grabbed some of the best moments of today's show with our gusts Cal Raleigh, Spencer Hawes, Gregg Bell, Hugh Millen and Mike Sando.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CAL RALEIGH joins the show! - Cal makes the sports rounds here in town- how cool is to be a sports hero and fan at the same time? - What's his prediction for the Seahawks game? - How does he feel looking back on the 2025 season? - How is he feeling about the offseason so far and the addition of Josh Naylor? - What is he focusing on this offseason to improve in 2026? :30- MIKE SANDO (The Athletic) makes his weekly visit to talk Divisional round playoffs. - We just watched the Seahawks handle the 49ers two weeks ago; why will Saturday be any different? - How will the other divisional round games shake out? - There were some big coaching shakeups this week- thoughts on Harbaugh in NY and Tomlin out in Pittsburgh? :45- We close out the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12th Man Roundtable with HUGH MILLEN and GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) - It's playoff time- what does it mean for the Seahawks to be hosting a playoff game once again? - Jarran Reed issues a challenge to the fans. - Is Mike MacDonald ready for his first playoff game? - How big of an impact will the 49ers injuries have? - It's MacDonald vs Shanahan again, how do these coaches game plan for round 3? :30- We are back with more roundtable - Sam Darnold continues to face criticism that he can't win in big games… has he gotten an unfair rap? - Will the Seahawks open up the offense for Darnold on Saturday? :45- We wrap up the roundtable with keys to the game, predictions and one last thing from Hugh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and SPENCER HAWES joins the show. The Huskies hosted the Wolverines last night at Hec-Ed and the atmosphere was awesome, unfortunately the Dawgs fell short. Do the Dawgs have enough shooters? Is Michigan the best team in the country? The refs were at it again, so what blown call made Spencer the most upset? How confident is Spencer, the Seahawks fan feeling about Saturday's Divisional round matchup with the 49ers? :30- Fred Warner's practice window was opened yesterday and while the Niners say the goal is to have him ready for next week if they advance; there's still a chance we could see him on Saturday. :45- It's hot stove time! Congrats to Gabe Speier on making the USA WBC team! Is Alec Bohm a possibility for the Mariners? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck doesn't need to wait until tomorrow to make his predictions for this Seahawks/49ers game. It just seems like the Seahawks are set up for another dominant performance, given the talent on this defense and the injuries to San Francisco. Yes, there are things that are unpredictable in any given game, so there's always a chance that the outcome doesn't go our way, but the confidence in the Seahawks is high! :30- Dane Moore announced that he's headed back to Oregon for another year, so what happens to Dylan Raiola now? It seems like quite the contrast from the Demond Williams situation at Washington… :45- Get out the Char-Coacherie Board- John Harbaugh is headed to New York! Harbaugh met with the Giants yesterday and canceled his planned interviews for today and tomorrow, so all signs point to him becoming the next Giants head coach for about $30 million a year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speculated on the potential just a couple weeks ago . . . and now here we are! We're the #1 seed. We're 7 point favorites. And . . . we're home! How will our Seahawks react and perform as as the favorite in this game? We examine six unique questions that will help you get ready for this epic NFC West showdown to determine who moves on to the NFC Championship game.   Join our Sea Hawkers Podcast Pickem League - free prizes for weekly winners. Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

The Rams are preparing to travel to Chicago in frigid temperatures. It's no secret, it's going to be freezing cold. And Matthew Stafford has a sprained right index finger. There's a reason for many to doubt the Rams - especially those who watched the Panthers game. This team should be ready: they have a chance to get back to the NFC Championship and have seemingly avoided the "emotional" game that the Bears and now Seahawks and 49ers have and had to play. The road to the Super Bowl gets clearer by the day, and if the Rams can play a full 60 minutes: they'll have a chance to contend for the division next weekend. You can go to my partner https://kalshi.com/ramsbrothers and use code ramsbrothers to play! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richard Sherman and Mitch analyze every Divisional Round matchup in this NFL playoff preview, with predictions, key matchups, betting lines, and storylines for San Francisco 49ers vs. Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams vs. Chicago Bears, Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos, and Houston Texans vs. New England Patriots. He discusses the NFC West rivalry, Brock Purdy vs. Mike Macdonald’s defense, Sam Darnold’s playoff pressure, George Kittle’s injury, and the Seahawks defense as a potential game-changer. Sherman covers Rams vs. Bears in cold Chicago conditions, Caleb Williams’ creativity, Matthew Stafford’s playoff pedigree, Ben Johnson’s offense, turnovers, and the advantage of cold-weather running. In the AFC, he previews Bills vs. Broncos, Josh Allen vs. Patrick Surtain, Bo Nix’s challenge, Denver’s defense, James Cook’s role, and Texans vs. Patriots, focusing on Houston’s defense, C.J. Stroud’s growth, Drake Maye’s playoff debut, and the impact of momentum and pass rush. The episode covers betting spreads, injury news, quarterback pressure, defense, and postseason experience. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6AM- We are just three days away from Seahawks/49ers round 3 at Lumen Field. The coaching battle remains at the forefront of the conversation after Mike MacDonald's defense shut down Kyle Shanahan's offense last time, so how will both coaches game plan for this playoff matchup? :30- Mike Tomlin announced he is stepping down as head coach of the Steelers after 19 years. With Tomlin's decision, the AFC North is now without John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin, two staples in the division and in the NFL, but with Pittsburgh stuck in mediocrity, sometimes you have to break it all down to build it back up and this might be the perfect time for them to do that. :45- We can't forget about offseason baseball! Kyle Tucker has a big (money) decision to make and no, he won't be coming to Seattle… and no, the Mariners would never have offered him $50 million a year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines and 12th Man News with GREGG BELL (Tacoma News Tribune) - Fred Warner's practice window has opened, but he can't possibly be ready to play this weekend, can he? - How will the Niners adjust their offense without George Kittle? - Should we expect the Seahawks to run the ball as well as they did last time? - Grey Zabel's rookie season has been overshadowed a bit by fellow rookie Nick Emmanwori. - Can Emmanwori cover Christan McCaffrey? :30- The conversation keeps focusing on the adjustments Kyle Shanahan will be making when the Seahawks and 49ers face off on Saturday for the 3rd time this season, but what about the adjustments Mike MacDonald will make? Does MacDonald have a guy for that? :45- It's time to get Reckless at breakfast as Chuck tells us how all 11 coaching vacancies will be filled… that's right, 11. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's #8 at 8! MATT HASSELBECK joins the show to talk Hawks! - Wildcard weekend definitely lived up to the hype! - What changes as these two teams face each other again? - How should Klint Kubiak and the offense approach this game? - Matt has the best Walter Jones stories and this one is good! - How big of a deal is it to not have George Kittle on the field on Saturday and could it actually boost the 49ers? - The Nick Emmanwori factor can't be ignored. - What's the mindset have to be for either team to win? :30- DUSTIN NICKERSON joins the show with jokes to handle his playoff stress. How is he handling the stress leading up to Saturday's game and how will that progress as the week goes on? He has a big thank you for the University of Indiana! At least 49er fans have it all together… :45- These divisional round matchups are hard to predict! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are talking carry-over as the Seahawks and 49ers met up just two weeks ago. What will and won't carry over in this game? - The coaching battle is one for the ages as Shanahan will most likely have an entirely different game plan on Saturday. - Injuries continue to plague the Niners as George Kittle will be out, but they'll still utilize those TE's. - Sam Darnold had 20 turnovers in the regular season, so he has to have a clean sheet against this Niners team, or at least close to it. :30- AL KINISKY (Kraken Audio Network Color Analyst) The Kraken got the comeback win in New York on Monday and they're back at it in New Jersey tonight. We get Al's thoughts on Matty Beniers and how he's progressed in his 3rd season. The youngsters continue to put in work- what are they bringing to this Kraken team? How will the Olympic break affect things? What can we expect against the Devils tonight? :45- We wrap up the show with one last thing! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a fun Wednesday when our friends stop by the show! We have Matt Hasselbeck, Dustin Nickerson, Gregg Bell and Al Kinisky!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What We Learned Without a Game In the offseason life comes at you fast. The Detroit Lions are sitting on a 9-8 season and a clear mandate. Fix the roster. Get better. Get back to the postseason in 2026. The belief remains that Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes have earned the benefit of the doubt after four straight winning years. The NFL does not wait. Results matter now. Grey underscores the league's ruthless pace. Look around at Pete Carroll, Jonathan Gannon, Brian Daboll, Raheem Morris, Brian Callahan, Kevin Stefanski, Mike McDonald, and John Harbaugh. Tenures shift. Reputations shift. If the Lions miss the mark this offseason, the heat rises. Campbell and Holmes get the one-year reprieve to steer this roster. If the step forward does not happen, that seat gets hot in a hurry. Extra Time and the Staff Fix Exiting early stings, but the calendar helps. No playoff prep means time and attention can move to the coaching staff. The recent past showed how that can slip. John Morton arrived and then exited. Now the Lions need an offensive coordinator, with other staff decisions on deck. January without game plans opens hours for interviews, evaluation, and structure. This is where detail matters. Identify the offensive identity. Match it with the next play caller. Build the room the right way. The roster has talent. The Lions must align scheme and staff to it. The extra weeks should sharpen choices and shorten mistakes. That is the kind of edge this organization needs to reclaim momentum in the NFL. Across Lake Michigan: Ben's Bears Change the Math Ben might be a problem. He is winning playoff games with the Chicago Bears. He is teaching a young roster how to close even when the stat sheet says otherwise. Turnovers keep showing up. Point differential keeps getting defied. The Packers went down in flames, followed by that overdone WrestleMania handshake. It was funny. It was also a warning. There is a reality check built in. The Bears still have the NFC West gauntlet ahead. A sophomore slump can happen. Luck on turnovers can flip. But for a first season with a young quarterback who needed psychological repair, this is real progress. It changes the neighborhood. The Lions cannot count on drift in the division to help. They have to set the pace. Draft Wish List, Early and Different The draft talk has started. The show teased an early wish list. It is different than most, and it is early by design. The Lions need targeted pieces, not noise. The approach reflects the offseason theme. Clear eyes. Tight priorities. No wasted motion. Detroit has the time right now. Use it, and 2026 remains in play. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRExA5Bann4 #detroitlions #lions #detroitlionspodcast #nfl #dancampbell #bradholmes #offensivecoordinator #johnmorton #hotseat #postseasonin2026 #chicagobears #turnovers #pointdifferential #nfcwest #greenbaypackers #mikemcdonald #johnharbaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no offseason for Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck, not this time of year, and certainly not as the Cardinals seek out a new head coach. Our fearless trio discuss some of the reported names that have drawn the Cardinals' interest, the NFL landscape with nine coaching vacancies, the newest twist now that Mike Tomlin stepped down from the Steelers, whether to go with an offensive or defensive mind, how the draft class will impact the NFL's QB musical chairs, LIV-ing it up in an episode of Getting Cultured, Trey McBride and his All-Pro status, the playoffs  and the NFC West, and Paul's new power poll he's excited to release to the public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

-Bills/Broncos and 49ers/Seahawks will be on Saturday, with Rams/Bears on Sunday as well as Patriots vs. Texans/Steelers-It's hard to look past the NFC West rivalry with 49ers/Seahawks, but there's a lot of potential good drama hereOur Sponsors:* Check out Aura.com: https://aura.com/remove* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The NFC West has officially taken over the postseason! We're breaking down a historic weekend that sees three teams from the West advancing to the Divisional round, headlined by the Niners heading to Seattle for a heavyweight rematch. Plus, we react to the "one-play game" in New England, Snoop Dogg's Christmas halftime, and the breaking news surrounding Matt LaFleur's job security in Green Bay.

We're breaking down the 49ers' massive Wild Card statement in Philly and looking ahead to their heavyweight divisional showdown against the top-seeded Seahawks. Plus, with the Rams advancing and Rob Saleh's stock soaring, we discuss why the West remains the most dangerous division in football.

From Josh Allen's dominance in Jacksonville to the coaching carousel chaos, we're breaking down a wild playoff weekend that saw the NFC West take over the Divisional round. We dive into the brewing drama between Nick Sirianni and AJ Brown, the Giants' pursuit of John Harbaugh, and why the Jets job is being described as "a disease." Along with reactions to Drake Maye's gritty Sunday night win and Snoop Dogg's halftime show, we debate the future of the broadcasting booth as Al Michaels prepares for a return and Tony Romo's "noises" take center stage as our Moment of the Day. From Ben Johnson's NSFW locker room celebration to the breaking news on Matt LaFleur's job security, we cover every angle of the NFL's biggest storylines, including a look at the closest MVP race in history between Matthew Stafford and Drake Maye.

Ep. 969 - The number is 10. Ten reported names the Cardinals have either requested or scheduled an interview with for their vacant head coaching position. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman go over the 10 names - wait, make that 11 names as the name John Harbaugh surfaced mid-show. They detail backgrounds, including previous experience at the head coach level. Is that an important factor? What is important to know is that the search is still in the early stages. Craig and Zach also discuss the players' reaction to the coaching change, assistant coaches on the move, Trey McBride earning All-Pro status before questioning why his selection wasn't unanimous, and then the guys dive into Wild Card Weekend; the dominance of the NFC West can be seen as both good and bad news for the Arizona Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rams survived in Carolina this weekend and are now set to play the Chicago Bears in the Divisional Round this upcoming weekend. An insane few days of football across the board and now 3 of 4 NFC West teams are still alive in the NFC. The Rams could win this game and host the NFC Championship as the 5th seed if San Francisco can figure out a way to beat Seattle. Otherwise, the Rams are in Seattle for the NFC Championship. But, that's IF they can take care of business against Chicago. One. Game. At. A. Time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wild Card Weekend Day 2 delivered fantastic drama and Kevin Clark breaks it all down. Through just four games, this postseason has already featured more fourth-quarter lead changes than any playoff run in NFL history, and it's exposing something bigger: real parity is back. The era of one or two juggernauts cruising through January is over. In this episode: Why the NFL's elite quarterbacks no longer guarantee dominance The uncomfortable conversation around Justin Herbert and why he gets treated differently How the NFC West turned into the old SEC West, and why fading the 49ers might be a mistake Kyle Shanahan's best coaching job yet amid a brutal injury season The Eagles' troubling vibes, A.J. Brown disappearing acts, and why Big Dom might be the most important man on the sideline Josh Allen reminding everyone he's the best player on the planet What the Jaguars got wrong, and why “young team, they'll be back” is a dangerous lie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

00:00 – 13:33 – Indiana is headed to the national championship to take on Miami and the Bears pull off an all-time comeback to beat the Packers, NFL Playoffs and the divisional round match-ups 13:34 – 36:49 - D’Angelo Ponds’ pick six to start the game set the tone of the Peach Bowl, the one-sided crowd on a neutral site, national championship ticket prices, NFL Playoff talk: The Bears pull off another stunner, the Rams/Panthers started the Wild Card weekend with another nailbiter, Bills knock off the Jaguars, Colston Loveland 36:50 – 52:17 - IndyStar Hoosiers reporter Zach Osterman joins us and describes the atmosphere at the Peach Bowl, the D’Angelo Ponds pick six and bouncing back after Oregon initially responded, expectations heading into the game against Miami, Fernando Mendoza critics, generational trauma being lifted with this run? 52:18 – 1:07:22 - IndyStar Colts reporter Joel A. Erickson joins us to discuss IU’s magic run, how does he think the Colts actually get better next season, younger and faster on the defense?, running it back with Ballard, relying on Daniel Jones to fully recover and be ready to go in 2026, NFC West or the field to win the Super Bowl?Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.