Podcasts about NFC North

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey conducted their segment Turn The Page segment by looking ahead to the Bears-Jets game Sunday and to what awaits the NFC North in Week 4. After that, Spiegel and McGuffey discussed the White Sox brushing off late-season struggles to beat the Astros in the American League wild-card round.

On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 4 is upon us. The guys started by breaking down Bears reserve quarterback Case Keenum's sensational performance in a win over the Eagles and by discussing how Chicago should move forward at the position as starter Caleb Williams remains sidelined. They also reacted to the Vikings trading quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the Giants, the Packers' lack of a running game and the Lions responding well with a win in Week 3.

Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey conducted their segment Turn The Page segment by looking ahead to the Bears-Jets game Sunday and to what awaits the NFC North in Week 4.

B Foster and June sit in on this weeks NFC North roundtable as we review week 3 and preview week 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Take resumes with the faltering NFC North! Predicted to be the best division in football, 3/4 teams have stumbled out of the gates (some due to injury). Now, 3 weeks in, which team looks the scariest? Then, a battle of 3-0 squads! The game of the week takes place in Las Vegas where Kirk battles Mahomes. How surprised would you be if the Raiders pulled off the upset? Next, Mad Dog is MADDD!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Packernet Podcast! While things might be a bit quieter in Packers world, it's the perfect opportunity to dive deep into the foundational principles that make our Green Bay Packers perennial contenders. Join Cal Hutson as he dissects the critical importance of patience in player development, particularly at the quarterback position, using Jordan Love as a prime example of the "three-year rule" in action. He'll trash the national media's obsession with "splashy" free agent signings, arguing that a disciplined draft-and-develop approach is the only sustainable path to NFL glory, contrasting the Packers' method with the perpetual mediocrity of their NFC North rivals. Don't miss this essential breakdown of what truly builds a championship roster. Subscribe to the Packernet Podcast and leave a review to support the show! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Are the Lions closer to the third-best team in the division, or still the favorites to win the NFC North?

Send us Fan MailLIVE Sunday, September 20th from 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM ET with Fud NajiWeek 2 is in the books — but did it tell us the WHOLE story? The Guyz are breaking down everything you need to set the perfect Week 3 lineup, avoid the busts, and find the booms.In this episode:    Why are so many injuries happening in the NFL?   Which 2-0 teams are for real? Who will win the NFC North and the NFC West?   Live Q&A - Get Your Start/Sit Questions Answered   Key NFL Matchups Breakdown - Starts, Sits, and Who Wins   Injury Report presented by FRC Physical Therapy   Wing Fellas Question of the Day   BOOM PHILLYs - Our guys pick a minimum of 3 players who will score 1.5x their projection (Ex: projected 10, must score 15 to BOOM) from any skill position   What are you looking forward to most in Week 3?Drop your Starts/Sits questions in the live chat and we'll answer them on air! SUBSCRIBE to OZ Media for weekly fantasy football, NFL breakdowns, and Detroit sports real talk  More content: Ozmedia313.com  From the Motivateme313 Podcast NetworkFollow us on social media:- Instagram: @thefantasyguyz or @ozmedia313- Website: ozmedia313.com- LinkedIn: ozmedia-TikTok: @ozmedia313-Apple Podcast: ozmedia-Spotify Podcast: ozmediaThis show was sponsored by:-The Family Doc https://thefamilydocmi.com/-Wingfellas thewingfellas.com-Hanley International Academy https://www.hanleyacademy.com-Chill Box https://www.chillboxstore.com/-Emari Roast Cafe https://www.emariroastcafe.com/ -Family Rehab Care Physical Therapy https://familyrehabcareexpertintaylormi.org/-Atlaw  https://www.atlawgroup.com/#FantasyFootball #FantasyFootballAdvice #StartsAndSits #Week3Fantasy #NFLWeek3 #FantasyGuyz #DetroitSports #Lions #NFLInjuries #FantasyBooms #49ers #chiefs #cowboys #ravens

Talking Grit takes a look at the NFC North after week 3.  How is it shaping up?  Are the Vikings here to stay?  Plus Jason and Jacob make their Grit picks this week, including the Lions vs Panthers player over / under. Part of the Bleav Podcast Network  Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TalkingGrit Join the discussion on Reddit: r/Talkinggritpodcast Follow us on X: @talkinggritpod | Jason | Jacob Find us on Facebook: Talking Grit Page https://dashdogfood.com/GRIT Code: GRIT Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kostos talks the Bears dominate win over the Eagles with backup QB Case Keenum and why Ben Johnson's Bears might be the team to beat in the NFC North.

The season is underway, and while we've covered the individual rises and the grind, we need a song about the team as a whole making a statement early on. Not just winning, but dominating a divisional opponent. The kind of game that tells the rest of the league: "This isn't a fluke. We're here." This song should capture that feeling of a unified, powerful team asserting its dominance when it really counts, in an early-season divisional matchup. It's about drawing a line in the sand. This song captures the intense atmosphere and high stakes of an early-season divisional game where the Green Bay Packers assert their dominance against a key NFC North rival, making a clear statement about their intentions for the season.

Pack Nation, are you seeing this?! Big Sal is fired up about the absolute, deafening silence from the NFC North in the latest ECHO Daily Brief! Is this just professional quiet, or is it a pathetic, cowardly admission of guilt from teams terrified of the Green Bay Packers freight train that's coming? Sal breaks down why this silence is not just incompetence, but a betrayal of their own fanbases and irrefutable proof they have no argument against the Pack! This isn't just about what they're NOT saying; it's about what their silence reveals about their leadership and their denial. Big Sal calls out the psychological warfare and arrogance, explaining why every quiet moment from our rivals only fuels the Packers' fire. Get ready for some truth, because the NFC North is going to get buried, and Sal is here to tell you why! Do not miss this unhinged take! Subscribe to Let Me Tell You Somethin' for more Big Sal, leave us a five-star review, and share this episode with every single meatball NFC North fan you know! Go Pack Go! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Mike and Wes review the loss to the Falcons (:30), the new additions to the offensive line (3:00), and the state of the defense at this stage (13:10). They also look around the NFC North (19:35) and at several early game of the year candidates from Week 3 (24:14).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of 10KTV NFC North, Adam, Kevin, and Dustin discuss the breaking news of the JJ McCarthy trade to the Giants, the Packers' TNF collapse, and the Vikings jumping to 3-0.

It wasn't pretty but the Vikings win in Tampa. We discuss the game as well as preview and predict Sunday afternoon versus Miami. We end the show with a Gopher Football segment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/purple-people-eaters--4696163/support.

A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 1:00 - It's officially time to worry about the Rams as an NFC contender 8:05 - There is no clear-cut Super Bowl favorite thru 3 weeks  10:40 - Drake Maye was one-year-wonder and the Patriots will be back picking in top 5 in the NFL Draft 16:10 - Deshaun Watson will lead the Browns to the playoffs & get a new contract in Cleveland 18:45 - Winner of Chiefs/Raiders in Week 4 will win the AFC West 21:50 - Ravens/Cowboys is the best international game that we've ever seen  30:10 - Joe Burrow is not the QB the media wants him to be - he's relegated out of "elite" status 33:20 - Chargers are the runaway most disappointing team in NFL thru 3 weeks and will not make the playoffs 36:55 - Sam Darnold came back too soon... the Seahawks should've stuck with Drew Lock until he lost 38:50 - The Vikings' defense is so good, it doesn't matter who plays QB - they are NFC North favorites 42:45 - Fan Tweet of the Week: the NFL must mandate all starters play a minimum of 4 quarters in the preseason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 2018, 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL. Today's topics: 1:00 - It's officially time to worry about the Rams as an NFC contender 8:05 - There is no clear-cut Super Bowl favorite thru 3 weeks  10:40 - Drake Maye was one-year-wonder and the Patriots will be back picking in top 5 in the NFL Draft 16:10 - Deshaun Watson will lead the Browns to the playoffs & get a new contract in Cleveland 18:45 - Winner of Chiefs/Raiders in Week 4 will win the AFC West 21:50 - Ravens/Cowboys is the best international game that we've ever seen  30:10 - Joe Burrow is not the QB the media wants him to be - he's relegated out of "elite" status 33:20 - Chargers are the runaway most disappointing team in NFL thru 3 weeks and will not make the playoffs 36:55 - Sam Darnold came back too soon... the Seahawks should've stuck with Drew Lock until he lost 38:50 - The Vikings' defense is so good, it doesn't matter who plays QB - they are NFC North favorites 42:45 - Fan Tweet of the Week: the NFL must mandate all starters play a minimum of 4 quarters in the preseason Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 3 is upon us. The guys started by discussing the reeling Packers, who were booed by their home crowd in an ugly 35-14 loss to the Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Green Bay dropped to 1-2 with the loss. On the other side of the spectrum, the Vikings are off to a strong start and sit atop the NFC North at 2-0. In Chicago, head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears have quarterback uncertainty and are looking to bounce back against the Eagles on Monday Night Football after their ugly loss to the Vikings on Week 2. As for Detroit, the Lions are looking to make defensive improvements as they welcome the Jets to town this Sunday.

On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 3 is upon us. The guys started by discussing the reeling Packers, who were booed by their home crowd in an ugly 35-14 loss to the Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Green Bay dropped to 1-2 with the loss. On the other side of the spectrum, the Vikings are off to a strong start and sit atop the NFC North at 2-0. In Chicago, head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears have quarterback uncertainty and are looking to bounce back against the Eagles on Monday Night Football after their ugly loss to the Vikings on Week 2. As for Detroit, the Lions are looking to make defensive improvements as they welcome the Jets to town this Sunday.

On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 3 is upon us. The guys started by discussing the reeling Packers, who were booed by their home crowd in an ugly 35-14 loss to the Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Green Bay dropped to 1-2 with the loss. On the other side of the spectrum, the Vikings are off to a strong start and sit atop the NFC North at 2-0. In Chicago, head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears have quarterback uncertainty and are looking to bounce back against the Eagles on Monday Night Football after their ugly loss to the Vikings on Week 2. As for Detroit, the Lions are looking to make defensive improvements as they welcome the Jets to town this Sunday.

On this week's Best Of Lions, Costa & Jansen discuss whether the vultures are circling for the team based on a comment from Jared Goff. Then, Karsch & Anderson ask some questions about the likelihood of Detroit winning the NFC North, much less the Super Bowl; Valenti & Rico react to Kelvin Sheppard's interesting comments in his press conference; and much more!

On this week's Best Of Lions, Costa & Jansen discuss whether the vultures are circling for the team based on a comment from Jared Goff. Then, Karsch & Anderson ask some questions about the likelihood of Detroit winning the NFC North, much less the Super Bowl; Valenti & Rico react to Kelvin Sheppard's interesting comments in his press conference; and much more!

On this week's Best Of Lions, Costa & Jansen discuss whether the vultures are circling for the team based on a comment from Jared Goff. Then, Karsch & Anderson ask some questions about the likelihood of Detroit winning the NFC North, much less the Super Bowl; Valenti & Rico react to Kelvin Sheppard's interesting comments in his press conference; and much more!

Minnesota Vikings have a WIDE OPEN path in the NFC North! The Packers lose in embarrassing fashion to the Falcons; Plus Vikings feedback starting with Brian Flores, Week 3 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Vikings quarterback situation, and a Snake Draft of the Week on Purple Daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Valenti asks TJ a question about the Packers, who got blown out by the Falcons last night on Thursday Night Football.

Chicago Bears podcast hosts Austin and Reece preview the Chicago Bears' Week 3 Monday Night Football matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field. With Caleb Williams week-to-week with a hamstring injury and Tyson Bagent in the concussion protocol, they break down what a Case Keenum-led offense must do to keep up with Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and the Eagles. They discuss the Bears' offensive line against Philadelphia's elite defensive front, why the run game against loaded boxes will decide this game, the matchup between Chicago's receivers and the Eagles' young secondary, keys to getting Colston Loveland involved, and whether Ben Johnson can scheme a win for a backup quarterback. They also recap the ugly 9-3 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, explain why Jalen Hurts' mobility is the biggest X-factor on Monday night, and look ahead at the NFC North race. Subscribe to Bear Necessities Podcast for Chicago Bears analysis throughout the NFL season, and leave a rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. For Business Inquiries please reach out to: Bearnecessitiespodcast@gmail.com

On a new episode of Inside The North, host David Haugh and expert analysts Dave Wannstedt, T.J. Lang, Mason Crosby and Chad Greenway discussed the NFC North outlook as Week 3 is upon us. The guys started by discussing the reeling Packers, who were booed by their home crowd in an ugly 35-14 loss to the Falcons on Thursday Night Football. Green Bay dropped to 1-2 with the loss. On the other side of the spectrum, the Vikings are off to a strong start and sit atop the NFC North at 2-0. In Chicago, head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears have quarterback uncertainty and are looking to bounce back against the Eagles on Monday Night Football after their ugly loss to the Vikings on Week 2. As for Detroit, the Lions are looking to make defensive improvements as they welcome the Jets to town this Sunday.

7:00 HOUR: What do you need to see from the Lions to believe they're the best team in the NFC North? Cookie Jar

Do you believe the Lions are still the best team in the NFC North?

The previously winless Falcons went into Lambeau Field and beat the Packers 35-14

Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the matchup this weekend vs. Tampa Bay, Carson Wentz being the right call, could Aaron Jones really sit, has the NFC North shifted, the advantage Brian Flores has with the defense, and more.

The Chicago Bears head into Monday Night Football shorthanded — but are the 2-0 Philadelphia Eagles really as unbeatable as their reputation suggests?Philadelphia has won its first two games by a combined six points, beating Washington 24-22 before needing a late touchdown drive to escape Tennessee 24-20. That deserves respect — good teams know how to survive close games — but it also means the Eagles haven't separated from anybody yet. And Philadelphia enters Week 3 with several injuries worth monitoring. Dallas Goedert is dealing with an MCL sprain, DeVonta Smith missed Thursday practice with a hamstring issue, and Saquon Barkley and Jalen Carter were among the players limited. The final injury picture still matters, so the correct question isn't whether Philly is “decimated” — it's whether Chicago can exploit whatever limitations remain Monday night. But the Bears have their own problems.Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent began the week as non-participants, along with Kyle Monangai, Cairo Santos and Tyrique Stevenson, potentially setting up a game where coaching, defense, the running game and mistake-free football matter even more than usual. Haize also asks whether Bears fans are blaming the wrong people for the offensive disaster against Minnesota.PFF currently has Chicago's offensive line ranked No. 5, while Jonah Jackson and Darnell Wright have been among its highest-graded linemen through two weeks. Minnesota blitzed Caleb Williams on 27 of 33 dropbacks — 81.8% — meaning some of the chaos came from pressure design, protection recognition, quarterback processing and play design rather than simply offensive linemen losing blocks. We're breaking down:

First Take begins as Stephen A. is in Rio De Janeiro for the Cowboys Ravens matchup. With both these teams having shaky moments in games so far, who should we have more questions about? Will the Dallas rush defense crumble against Lamar Jackson? Next the crew moves to the NFC North where three of the teams sit at 1-1 after two weeks. Which of the North's .500 teams do we trust the most? Then the Rams take on the Broncos in a game that many people before the season marked as a potential Super Bowl preview. Is this still the case? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pack Nation, are you hearing this? The NFC North is quiet. Too quiet! Big Sal breaks down why this absolute radio silence from the Bears, Vikings, and Lions is not strength, but a screaming admission of defeat. He'll hit you with angle after angle of contempt, exposing their strategic retreat, their insult to our intelligence, and their utter impotence in the face of Jordan Love and the unstoppable Green Bay Packers. Sal isn't holding back, calling out their betrayal of their own fanbases and even uncovering a grand conspiracy of silence in the national media. Get ready for a full-send rant that proves the Packers are the undisputed kings, and everyone else is just waiting for the inevitable. You heard it here first, and you heard it last! Do not miss this one, Pack Nation! Subscribe to "Let Me Tell You Somethin'", leave a five-star review, and share with all your friends to keep Big Sal on the air, keeping these jabronis honest! Go Pack Go! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by NFL analyst Brett Kollman to discuss what went wrong for the Bears in their 9-3 loss to the Vikings on Sunday. He also explained why he isn't too worried about Bears tight end Colston Loveland's slow start to the season.

Today on the Packernet Podcast, Cal Hutson cuts through the noise of early season overreactions and coaching hot seat chatter to tackle a fundamental truth of the NFL: how to build a winning roster. He rips into the "vibe analysis" of national media jagoffs and gives an NFC North update that won't surprise you, especially if you're a Bears or Vikings fan. Then, Cal dives deep into why building through the NFL Draft is the only sustainable path to a Super Bowl. He steel-mans the free agency argument before demolishing it, explaining why relying on other teams' castoffs is a recipe for disaster. Learn why Gutey's draft philosophy, focusing on mid-round gems and developing a core of young talent, is the Green Bay Packers' secret to consistent contention, especially at quarterback and on the offensive line with guys like Zach Tom. Tune in to understand why the Packers consistently get roster construction right, much to the chagrin of rival fan bases. Subscribe and review to keep the Packernet Podcast growing! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

Laurence & Spiegs "Turn The Page" to the Bears game on Monday vs. Philadelphia and week 3 in the NFC North.

B Foster and June host this week's NFC North roundtable, where we are discussing each team's week 2 results and previewing week 3 matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob and Kelvin provide up-to-the-minute analysis of the Monday Night Football clash between the New York Giants and the Los Angeles Rams, and argue whether folks owe Deshaun Watson an apology after the way he played on Sunday against Tampa Bay. Plus, former NFL tight end and Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor swings by to discuss Caleb Williams’ injury scare, how the Bears offense can right the ship in Week 3 even without their QB1, Chicago’s biggest competition in the NFC North, whether Kyle Shanahan qualifies as a ‘great’ head coach, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hour of Cashing Out, Dustin Swedelson discusses the hottest topics in the NFL including the news that Michael Penix Jr. will start this week for the Atlanta Falcons. Also, joining the show is Zack Pearson, BearReport.com Beat Writer, to discuss the Caleb Williams injury and the possible NFC North winner. Jeff Erickson, RotoWire Sr Editor, also joins the show to analyze the best pickups in fantasy football.Edge Boost: New users, sign up with promo code VSiN, make a minimum $100 deposit into your EDGE Boost account, and EDGE Boost will match your deposit up to $100 https://www.edgeboost.bet/guide/?oid=198&affid=86Fanatics: Earn up to 10% FanCash back on your bets, win or lose. Then turn that FanCash into more bets, Profit Boosts, official team merch, tickets, trading cards, collectibles, and more. Head to Fanatics.com to get started. https://track.fanaticsbettingpartners.com/track/00ab92e6-63a4-467b-bfac-c5d9cb72af5a?type=display&s1=VSiNLasso Law: Lasso Injury Law. They fight for you—because your future matters. Visit lassoinjurylaw.com or call 702-625-8777. https://www.lassoinjurylaw.com/Omaha Steaks: Football Meets Flavor with VSiN and Omaha Steaks. Get 2 FREE pounds of 100% American Ultra-Premium Ground Beef on orders of $129+. Visit OmahaSteaks.com/VSIN to get started. https://www.omahasteaks.com/VSIN Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Packers got the win over the Jets, but there's still plenty to talk about.In this episode, I get into the latest on Jayden Reed, the injuries piling up along the offensive line, where the Packers stand after the win, and what I'm watching as they get ready for the Falcons. Plus, we take a look around the NFC North and everything else going on with this team right now.Thanks for listening to The Matt Ramage Show!Big thanks to Kwik Trip for supporting the show. Order ahead through the Kwik Rewards app and check out the $5  pizza deal.And thanks to Nicolet Law for supporting the show. If you've been injured and need help, Nicolet Law is there for you.

On this episode of 10KTV, Adam, Kevin, and Dustin discuss the Vikings' gross win over the Bears and the Packers' gross win over the Jets.

Minnesota Vikings HOTTEST TAKES after Week 2 win over Chicago Bears! Was this the best Vikings win in poor weather; Why the Vikings have a shot at the No. 1 seed in the NFC; Can the Vikings take the NFC North; Plus the return of a pie chart of praise in the Vikings win and Vikings nitpicks and more on Purple Daily!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ESPN's Marcus Spears joins Rich in-studio to break down NFL Week 2 including the 49ers improving to 2-0 on the year, if Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald is the best coach in the league, why he's buying stock in the Bengals revamped defense, his level of concern for the Chargers' ‘discombobulated' offense, what Browns HC Todd Monken is doing (and saying) to win over Cleveland's locker room, breaks down the 2-0 Eagles' cautious optimism, Caleb Williams' injury's impact on the NFC North, what to expect from Jaxson Dart and Aaron Donald in the Rams vs Giants on Monday Night Football, and his thoughts on his alma mater LSU losing in Lane Kiffin's first game against his former team Ole Miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's Packernet Podcast, Cal Hutson dives deep into a fundamental pillar of modern NFL roster building: positional versatility. Discover why simply having "good players" isn't enough in a league of constant matchups and how the Packers consistently target athletes who can excel in multiple roles. This isn't just a buzzword; it's the strategic advantage that keeps Green Bay competitive year after year. Cal unpacks how players like Zach Tom, Jayden Reed, and Xavier McKinney embody this philosophy, providing crucial flexibility on both offense and defense. He argues that this approach, though not always "splashy," creates a resilient and adaptable team capable of weathering injuries and outsmarting opponents, unlike some of our NFC North rivals. Please support us over at patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo @Packernetpodcast.  Tune in to understand why versatility is the silent MVP of roster construction, ensuring long-term success over short-term flashes. If you're tired of low-resolution thinking and want to grasp the true art of team building, this episode is for you. Subscribe now and leave a review to support the show! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/ All right, I am gonna leave it at that. You all have a good rest of your day. I will talk to you tonight, tomorrow, whatever. Have a good one. Bye, bye.

On today's Packernet Podcast, Cal Hutson dives deep into a fundamental pillar of modern NFL roster building: positional versatility. Discover why simply having "good players" isn't enough in a league of constant matchups and how the Packers consistently target athletes who can excel in multiple roles. This isn't just a buzzword; it's the strategic advantage that keeps Green Bay competitive year after year. Cal unpacks how players like Zach Tom, Jayden Reed, and Xavier McKinney embody this philosophy, providing crucial flexibility on both offense and defense. He argues that this approach, though not always "splashy," creates a resilient and adaptable team capable of weathering injuries and outsmarting opponents, unlike some of our NFC North rivals. Please support us over at patreon.com/pack_daddy Venmo @Packernetpodcast.  Tune in to understand why versatility is the silent MVP of roster construction, ensuring long-term success over short-term flashes. If you're tired of low-resolution thinking and want to grasp the true art of team building, this episode is for you. Subscribe now and leave a review to support the show! This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/ All right, I am gonna leave it at that. You all have a good rest of your day. I will talk to you tonight, tomorrow, whatever. Have a good one. Bye, bye.

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Tom Pelissero to react to the Bills defeating the Lions in a Week 2 'TNF' matchup. Then, Joe House joins to listen to Bill's letter to the Clippers, answer some mailbag questions, and make their Ringer 107 picks for Week 2. (0:00) Intro (1:07) Lions-Bills reactions and more with Tom Pelissero (42:57) Bill's letter to the Clippers (51:18) Mailbag (01:07:43) Ringer 107 picks Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tom Pelissero and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers This episode is brought to you by State Farm. Create a Personalized Price Plan® today. https://www.statefarm.com/lp/football/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take Begins with a breakdown of Thursday Night Football's matchup between the Bills and Lions. Josh Allen and the Bills offense shined for the second week in a row as they put up 41 points on a struggling Lions defense. Are the Bills the best team in the AFC? Next the crew heads to Oxford for what could be the biggest game in college football this season. Lane Kiffin makes his long awaited return to Ole Miss, what should we expect from this game? Should LSU be road favorites? Then the crew looks ahead to week two of the NFL season. The Bears take on the Vikings in an NFC North showdown, who will come out on top? The Jags travel to mile high to take on the Broncos, will Trevor Lawrence continue to ball out? The Ravens play the Saints, will Tyler Shough be able to continue what he did in the second half against the Lions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In ‘What's MoreLikely' Rich weighs in on Josh Allen, the NFC North, the Saints, Ravens, Patriots, Broncos, Packers, Jets, Cardinals, Rams, Chargers, Bengals, Texans and more Rich reveals his list of the most anticipated NFL Week 2 matchups including Bengals vs Texans, Steelers vs Patriots, Vikings vs Bears, Rams vs Giants, Jaguars vs Broncos, and Commanders vs Cowboys.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take Resumes with a big NFC North matchup this weekend. The Vikings take on the Bears as Carson Wentz and Brian Flores' defense look to bring the Vikings to 2-0 while the Bears look to prove that their week one offense was not a fluke. Next the Protect College Sports Act moves even closer to a vote in the Senate. If this bill is passed what could that mean for the landscape of college sports as we know it? Then Mad Dog is back so you know what that means... Why is Mad Dog Mad makes it's long awaited return! See what Mad Dog is upset about today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices