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It's Divisional Round football! We have eight teams remaining in the Super Bowl LX NFL Playoffs. Chris and the fellas run through the matchups and give their takes. Do the Denver Broncos have a shot against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills? How do the Seattle Seahawks matchup against the San Francisco 49ers if they don't have Sam Darnold? Will the New England Patriots offense tame the Houston Texans defense? Who will handle the weather better in Chicago - the Bears or the Rams? Chris also runs through the coaching cycle highlighted by John Harbaugh being hired by the New York Giants, Mike Tomlin stepping down from the Pittsburgh Steelers and Mike McDaniel's popularity. (00:00:00) - NFL Divisional Round Previews (00:07:25) - Buffalo Bills at Denver Broncos (00:36:19) - San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks (01:02:55) - Houston Texans at New England Patriots (01:26:40) - LA Rams at Chicago Bears (01:51:35) - John Harbaugh Hired By The New York Giants & Mike Tomlin Steps Down From The Pittsburgh Steelers Have some interesting takes, some codebreaks or just want to talk to the Green Light Crew? We want to hear from you. Call into the Green Light Hotline and give us your hottest takes, your biggest gripes and general thoughts. Day and night, this hotline is open. Green Light Hotline: (202) 991-0723 Also, check out our paddling partners at Appomattox River Company to get your canoes, kayaks and paddleboards so you're set to hit the river this summer. Green Light's YouTube Channel, where you can catch all the latest GL action: If you want some Black Friday merch, check out our sale:https://greenlightpodcast.shop/?fbclid=PAZnRzaAOR1RFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAad3Jup6i1N2qH77pK8eUeSbKt2Y0OXMldIw1dRTq_xDRuY3Ctp99Qj4pfyGAw_aem_w9tp_XwGL-ZptFIHvlrM1g Green Light with Chris Long: Subscribe and enjoy weekly content including podcasts, documentaries, live chats, celebrity interviews and more including hot news items, trending discussions from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NCAA are just a small part of what we will be sharing with you.
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In This Episode: Cecil Lammey and Sigmund Bloom preview the Divisional Round matchups in the NFL Playoffs. watch on YouTube -> https://youtu.be/OZ6ErGkmxRo 00:00 - Bills v Broncos 09:27 - 49ers v Seahawks 15:16 - Texans v Patriots 20:41 - Rams v Bears
Michael F. Florio and LaQuan Jones are joined by actor Scott Porter, known for his work in Friday Night Lights and Ginny & Georgia. The guys start the show by discussing the Giants plan to hire John Harbaugh. Then they review Scott’s fantasy football predictions from last summer to see which ones came true. After the break they preview Saturday's divisional playoff games between the Bills at Broncos and 49ers at Seahawks, two elite offenses battling elite defenses at home. Next, they preview the Sunday divisional matchups between the Texans at Patriots and the Rams at the Bears. They debate whether second year quarterbacks Drake Maye and Caleb Wiliams can lead their teams to their respective conference championships. To close the show, Florio and LaQuan share their “way-too-early mock draft” with Scott to get his take on their picks. The NFL Fantasy Football Podcast is a part of the NFL Podcasts Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shannon Sharpe and Iso Joe Johnson are joined by Houston Texans rookie running back Woody Marks joins the show to talk about the Texans big game vs the New England Patriots on Sunday, Jonathan Kuminga has officially demanded a trade from the Golden State Warriors, and Darren Waller says Mike McDaniel was fired minutes after he was told Mike wanted him back and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Texans RB, Woody Marks, joins the show!9:32 - Kuminga demands trade ahead of trade deadline19:50 - Darren Waller tells Mike McDaniel firing story28:49 - Bears-Rams playoff game expected to be one of the coldest in history 35:25 - Eagles GM asked if open to trading AJ Brown40:00 - Athletic released story on Mike Tomlin’s final team meeting44:00 - Davonte Adams urges teammates to not leave L.A.46:2 - Josh Allen changing positions?47:58 - Delonte West arrested55:35 - Q & Aaayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Divisional round weekend is right around the corner and we have Matt Harmon and Joel Smyth here to get you ready. The two preview each game and provide their favorite matchups and prop bets along the way. Smyth also shares his favorite DFS lineup for Divisional weekend.(5:00) #6 Bills @ #1 Broncos (21:50) #6 49ers @ #1 Seahawks(37:35) #5 Texans @ #2 Patriots (49:00) #5 Rams @ #2 Bears(1:01:50) Joel's Divisional Round DFS Lineup Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on your favorite podcast app:
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The Texans are clearly the tougher matchup than the Chargers which would make a loss by the Patriots this Sunday not sting as bad. Then, who will follow Zdeno Chara as the next Boston athlete to have his jersey retired discussed in the Arcand Fire. And, after Keifer Sutherland's arrest gets talked about in clickbait, breaking news comes across that Kyle Tucker has chosen to sign with the Dodgers.
The third hour begins with the Headlines featuring John Harbaugh finding his next team to coach, another big sports betting scandal, and a high school basketball player who dropped 100 points. Then, Christian falls for a fictional post regarding the Phantom Gourmet and applauds two New England states for being the healthiest in the country in the New England Nightly News. And, looking from Houston's perspective it seems like the Texans have some PTSD from other playoff matchups with the Patriots even though none of those Pats will be a part of this matchup.
There is still time to look back on the Patriots' win over the Chargers which validates how Mike Vrabel has managed the offseason and regular season. What would a win over Houston do for the already-there validation for New England? Then, Robert Kraft will be in a great light if the Pats beat the Texans for his firing of Jerod Mayo and slam dunk hiring of Mike Vrabel. And, the defense seemingly carried the Pats in their win over the Chargers, but can they do it again versus Houston?
With the incredible season the Patriots have been having, most fans feel they would be validated even if they were eliminated by the Texans. If it were the Chargers, that's another story.
Chris and the entire Simms family is excited about the New York Giants hiring John Harbaugh to be the next head coach. Simms previews the weekend games between the Bills and Broncos, the 49ers and Seahawks, the Texans and Patriots and the Rams and Bears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson as they make predictions and highlight their favorite prop bets ahead of Divisional Round Weekend across the NFL! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Previous Prediction Records - 0:01:52 Bills (+1) @ Broncos - 0:04:05 Erickson Prediction: Bills win. | Prop: RJ Harvey Over 49.5 rushing yards. - 0:04:41 Worm Prediction: Broncos ultimately win despite Josh Allen being the best player on the field. | Prop: Josh Allen Over 1.5 Pass TDs. - 0:08:33 Betting Pros Premium One Month Free Offer - 0:15:20 49ers (+7.5) @ Seahawks - 0:15:40 Erickson Prediction: Seahawks win and cover 7.5 spread. | Prop: Christian McCaffrey Under 57.5 rushing yards. - 0:16:14 Worm Prediction: 49ers cover 7.5 in Seattle. | Prop: Under 45.5 game total. - 0:21:54 Fantasy Football Championship Belt Giveaway Promo - 0:27:07 Texans (+3) @ Patriots - 0:27:49 Worm Prediction: Lowest total of the week (41.0 at Hard Rock Bet) still easily goes UNDER. | Prop: Drake Maye Under 224.5 passing yards. - 0:27:56 Erickson Prediction: Patriots win and cover, with Erickson in attendance. | Prop: Woody Marks Under 60.5 rushing yards. - 0:32:37 BP Livestream - 0:39:37 Rams (-3.5) @ Bears - 0:40:01 Erickson Prediction: Rams win (and cover). | Prop: Luther Burden Over 2.5 receptions. - 0:40:06 Worm Prediction: Bears luck runs out as the Rams win despite the cold weather. | Prop: Under 49.0. - 0:42:41 Hard Rock Best Bets of the Week - Erickson: Patriots -3. | Worm: Texans-Pats Under 41.0 (very tempted to parlay with Houston +3). - 0:50:01 Outro - 0:53:03 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 1-833-PLAYWISE. 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) 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 podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to The Locker Room with Clay Matthews, Delanie Walker, Will Compton, & Taylor Lewan! This week, we dive into the exciting matchups of the Bills VS. Broncos, Rams VS. Bears, Texans VS. Patriots, and 49ers VS. Seahawks. New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 AM CT. Timestamps: 0:00 Open 2:19 Packers Defeat 11:50 Bills vs. Broncos 24:02 Rams vs. Bears 32:35 Texans vs. Patriots 40:56 49ers vs. Seahawks 59:10 Bet The Boys Parlay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Renner and JP Acosta react to the New York Giants finalizing a deal to make John Harbaugh their new head coach. They also preview and pick every Divisional Round game for the NFL Playoffs and rank position groups for the 2026 NFL Draft! (00:00) Intro (4:26) Giants Hiring John Harbaugh (13:33) Bills vs Broncos Preview/Picks (23:02) 49ers vs Seahawks Preview/Picks (30:30) Texans vs Patriots Preview/Picks (44:32) Rams vs Bears Preview/Picks (51:07) Ranking 2026 NFL Draft Position Groups Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(0:00) “The manhood will be shriveling”(8:25) SATURDAY: #6 Bills at #1 Broncos(18:55) #6 49ers at #1 Seahawks(31:15) SUNDAY: #5 Texans at #2 Patriots(41:55) #5 Rams at #2 Bears(51:40) Best Bet Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tune in as the PU Crew shares their final preview, keys to the game, and matchups to watch ahead of the Patriots Divisional Round matchup against the Houston Texans. They talk league news, including reports of John Harbaugh heading to the Giants, and team news as Deuce returns from the locker room to report what he observed. Plus, we go around the horn to make our Divisional Round picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(3:45) – OC Coaching Updates: Lions interview Arthur Smith, Eagles set to speak with Mike McDianel about(8:05) – Impressions of John Harbaugh finalizing deal with Giants(16:10) – Bills at Broncos(31:40) – 49ers at Seahawks(43:10) – Rams at Bears(53:00) – Texans at Patriots**Audio Courtesy of Westwood One Sports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(0:00) “The manhood will be shriveling”(8:25) SATURDAY: #6 Bills at #1 Broncos(18:55) #6 49ers at #1 Seahawks(31:15) SUNDAY: #5 Texans at #2 Patriots(41:55) #5 Rams at #2 Bears(51:40) Best Bet Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sports Illustrated/The MMQB Senior Writer Albert Breer tells Rich what the two main factors were that sold John Harbaugh on taking the New York Giants vacant head coaching job, why Mike Tomlin walked away from the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons and if we've seen the last of him as a head coach, and breaks down the key storylines heading into the Divisional Round Rams vs Bears, Bills vs Broncos, Seahawks vs 49res and Texans vs Patriots matchups. Die-hard Chicago sport fan Adam the Call Screener rejoices in the Bears' Wild Card win over their NFC North In this week's ‘Higher Register' Rich, Brockman and TJ present their less-than-ringing Divisional Round predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
(1:10) – The crew reflects on RotoPat surprising them in a Peacocky suit and ponder who else could wear it in the future(6:40) – Rotoworld Player News: John Harbaugh expected to be next Giants head coach Mike Tomlin resigns from Steelers(20:30) – Bills at Broncos(28:45) – 49ers at Seahawks(35:40) – Texans at Patriots(39:55) – Rams at Bears(44:10) – What's on Tap: Expectations for Cam Ward, Tyreek Hill, and Tyler Shough next season(49:45) – Last Call: Jay and Connor pitch Matthew on a Kenneth Walker III and Danielle Hunter prop bet this weekend Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(0:00) Mike Felger & Tony Massarotti begin Hour #2 by analyzing the passing game for the Patriots and Texans. Should the Patriots be blitzing CJ Stroud? Mazz takes a deep dive into the numbers.(11:42) More sound reaction from the Pro Football Focus panel. Will New England need more big plays in order to defeat Houston? They go to the phone lines.(29:19) More from the callers on everything discussed.(35:26) Felger argues that he'd much rather be the Patriots with their weak strength of schedule than the Houston Texans traveling on the road on a short week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Joe Buck will be on the call this Sunday when the Patriots face off against the Texans. Phil Perry catches up with Joe to discuss what he saw last week while calling the Texans game and gets his opinion on which legendary QB he compares Drake Maye to. Later, Phil previews the CFB Championship game and answers your mailbag questions.00:00 Patriots host Texans on Sunday1:30 Joe Buck on his relationship with New England sports fans6:00 Buck compares Maye to an all-time great9:00 Buck's Patriots-Texans preview16:30 Players to keep an eye on during CFB Championship
Adam Schefter and Ty Schmit of The Pat McAfee Show discuss the Giants landing John Harbaugh, Mike Tomlin's future, the impact of Dante Moore returning to Oregon, and preview the four divisional round playoff games this weekend. 0:00 Welcome 2:32 A huge get for the Giants landing John Harbaugh 10:51 Mike Tomlin's future 19:02 Impact of Dante Moore returning to Oregon 24:53 Bills at Broncos 28:57 49ers at Seahawks 32:17 Texans at Patriots 36:39 Rams at Bears 40:38 Super Bowl predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gill Alexander, Todd Wishnev (VSiN Contributor), Will Hill (VSiN Host & Shoulda Bet More Podcast), and Clevta (Clevanalytics.com) break down all of the NFL Divisional Round betting action! The quartet gives you their best bets of the week, best teaser options, and the game they want no part of. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Greg Bedard and Nick Cattles break down everything you need to know about the Patriots' Divisional matchup with the Texans on Sunday. Greg identifies key matchups on both sides of the ball and gives his score prediction & also identifies how Drake Maye can expose this great Texans Defense and explains why Patriots defense can win this game. 0:00 - ⏰️EPISODE TIMELINE⏰️ 1:04 - Report: Giants hire John Harbaugh as Head Coach 5:04 - Who could potentially be next head coach for Dolphins? 8:38 - Mike Tomlin steps away from Steelers as Head Coach 12:12 - Chargers fire OC Greg Roman 16:39 - Latest Injury Report for Patriots-Texans 18:38 - Prizepicks 19:46 - Subscribe to the podcast! 20:17 - Patriots Offense vs Texans Defense 33:58 - Ethos 35:28 - Patriots Defense vs Texans Offense 45:05 - Omaha Steaks 46:34 - X-Factors Patriots-Texans Game 54:25 - Game pick 57:49 - Wrapping up SUBSCRIBE to the Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast w/ Nick Cattles
Greg Bedard flies solo to give you his thoughts on today's news coming out of Patriots practice. He reacts to both Mike Vrabel and DeMeco Ryans' press conferences, injury news, and the Patriots' new signing. Greg then recaps Sunday's win over the Chargers, discussing how Josh McDaniels made the difference in the 2nd half and the terrific play from the Patriots' defense. The Greg Bedard Patriots Podcast is Powered by:
Join Ryan Wormeli and Andrew Erickson as they make predictions and highlight their favorite prop bets ahead of Divisional Round Weekend across the NFL! Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Previous Prediction Records - 0:01:52 Bills (+1) @ Broncos - 0:04:05 Erickson Prediction: Bills win. | Prop: RJ Harvey Over 49.5 rushing yards. - 0:04:41 Worm Prediction: Broncos ultimately win despite Josh Allen being the best player on the field. | Prop: Josh Allen Over 1.5 Pass TDs. - 0:08:33 Betting Pros Premium One Month Free Offer - 0:15:20 49ers (+7.5) @ Seahawks - 0:15:40 Erickson Prediction: Seahawks win and cover 7.5 spread. | Prop: Christian McCaffrey Under 57.5 rushing yards. - 0:16:14 Worm Prediction: 49ers cover 7.5 in Seattle. | Prop: Under 45.5 game total. - 0:21:54 Fantasy Football Championship Belt Giveaway Promo - 0:27:07 Texans (+3) @ Patriots - 0:27:49 Worm Prediction: Lowest total of the week (41.0 at Hard Rock Bet) still easily goes UNDER. | Prop: Drake Maye Under 224.5 passing yards. - 0:27:56 Erickson Prediction: Patriots win and cover, with Erickson in attendance. | Prop: Woody Marks Under 60.5 rushing yards. - 0:32:37 BP Livestream - 0:39:37 Rams (-3.5) @ Bears - 0:40:01 Erickson Prediction: Rams win (and cover). | Prop: Luther Burden Over 2.5 receptions. - 0:40:06 Worm Prediction: Bears luck runs out as the Rams win despite the cold weather. | Prop: Under 49.0. - 0:42:41 Hard Rock Best Bets of the Week - Erickson: Patriots -3. | Worm: Texans-Pats Under 41.0 (very tempted to parlay with Houston +3). - 0:50:01 Outro - 0:53:03 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 1-833-PLAYWISE. 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) 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 podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Looking at one of the worst QB drafts in recent memory - Breaking down the Texans' turnaround since 2022- Current NFL QB contracts; Who has all the leverage?
- Looking at how the Texans matchup vs the Patriots - John Harbaugh finalizes deal with Giants, other coaching vacancies - Guest appearance from Baylor OC Jake Spavital
Chris and the entire Simms family is excited about the New York Giants hiring John Harbaugh to be the next head coach. Simms previews the weekend games between the Bills and Broncos, the 49ers and Seahawks, the Texans and Patriots and the Rams and Bears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk NFL betting for this week. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler opened their latest Cash That Ticket podcast with a transparent look at recent betting results before turning full attention to the NFL divisional round. The discussion centered on sides, totals, and selective props for all four matchups, with an emphasis on situational factors, injuries, and market movement rather than hype. Early in the show, the conversation briefly shifted to league news, including the reported hiring of John Harbaugh as head coach of the New York Giants, a move both viewed as immediately changing the balance of the NFC East. Essler noted the Giants' foundation and timing, while Manji suggested division futures would be worth monitoring once markets opened. The focus then moved decisively to Saturday's games, beginning with Buffalo at Denver. Essler leaned toward the Broncos at home, citing defensive strength, altitude concerns, revenge from last season's playoff loss, and Buffalo's depleted receiving corps. Manji countered by backing Josh Allen plus the points, arguing the game would hinge on late execution and defensive pressure on Bo Nix. Both agreed the under was the preferred total, expecting a slower, run influenced game with limited explosive plays. The Saturday night matchup between Seattle and San Francisco produced a sharper divide. Essler backed the Seahawks minus the number, pointing to San Francisco's tendency to lose by margin, travel fatigue, and Seattle's defensive consistency. Manji took the points with the 49ers, citing divisional familiarity, coaching adjustments, and the likelihood of another low scoring contest, making the under his strongest angle. Sunday's slate opened with Houston at New England, a game framed around quarterback contrast and offensive reliability. Essler outlined scenarios where the Patriots could falter but ultimately trusted Drake May's mobility, coaching preparation, and Houston's limited weapons. Manji agreed, projecting a Patriots win and an under, while acknowledging the Texans would need another defense driven performance to advance. The final game featured the Rams at the Bears, where both saw Chicago's momentum and resilience as undervalued. Essler questioned why Los Angeles was favored given recent defensive breakdowns and travel demands, while Manji highlighted Caleb Williams' late game composure and Chicago's balanced offense. Both leaned toward the Bears plus the points, with Manji also endorsing the Bears team total over as his top play. The episode closed with best bets, as Essler selected Florida Atlantic in college basketball and Manji locked in Chicago's offensive production, reinforcing a weekend approach built on discipline, matchup analysis, and market awareness rather than narrative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Lead continues, despite both teams having good defenses, how will the Patriots and Texans offense look against each other on Sunday? And should we stop and and enjoy what we have right now with the Patriots?
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The Leads finish off with questioning if the offense is the bigger factor against the Texans instead of the defense and enjoying what we have now with the Patriots rebuilding so quickly. They Said It includes Will Campbell saying he doesn't care what social media says about him, Sean McVay hinting that he may be using Matt Lafleur to help against the Bears, and Lebron James refusing to disrespect the basketball gods.
Hour 2 kicks off with a full NFL playoff preview, breaking down the Bills-Broncos matchup and debating whether it's Josh Allen's time to shine—Omar even calls him a first-ballot Hall of Famer. The guys weigh in on Texans vs. Patriots, Rams-Bears, and Seahawks-49ers, including whether San Francisco being a 7-point underdog is disrespectful. Discussion turns to Miami, comparing Mike McDaniel to Kyle Shanahan and critiquing the Dolphins' reluctance to embrace quarterback competition. Later, Uncle Luke joins to preview the national championship, declaring it a home game for Miami, praising Carson Beck's journey, and predicting the Hurricanes will dominate Indiana.
The guys break down the NFL playoff matchups, starting with the Bills taking on the Broncos and debating whether it's Josh Allen's moment despite Buffalo's lackluster roster—Omar even calls Allen a first-ballot Hall of Famer. They preview the Texans vs. Patriots, with Hollywood backing New England while Omar boldly predicts a Texans run all the way to the Super Bowl. The Rams-Bears and Seahawks-49ers matchups are also discussed, including whether the 49ers being 7-point underdogs is disrespectful. The segment wraps by comparing the Dolphins to San Francisco under Mike McDaniel and Kyle Shanahan, and critiquing Miami's reluctance to embrace quarterback competition.
Seth and Sean discuss all the players and coaches and executives reuniting on Sunday in Texans-Pats, how big a factor Stefon Diggs might be, the Texans' defense's advantage in the trenches, and react to the Jaguars doubling down on Travis Hunter as a 2-way player.
Seth and Sean discuss Nico Collins not practicing yesterday, the continued disrespect for the Texans in not giving them a shot vs the Patriots, Ross Tucker's prediction for the Texans, what CJ had to say when asked if this is their best shot in the last few years to get it all, and go through the day's Headlines.
Seth and Sean discuss Nico Collins not practicing yesterday, the continued disrespect for the Texans in not giving them a shot vs the Patriots, Ross Tucker's prediction for the Texans, what CJ had to say when asked if this is their best shot in the last few years to get it all, go through the day's Headlines, discuss all the players and coaches and executives reuniting on Sunday in Texans-Pats, how big a factor Stefon Diggs might be, the Texans' defense's advantage in the trenches, react to the Jaguars doubling down on Travis Hunter as a 2-way player, talk about what DeMeco had to say about Drake Maye as well as the Pats defense, react to what JJ Watt had to say about the matchup on the Pat McAfee Show yesterday, assess how good they think Mike Tomlin would be if he decides to join the media, the matchup between Stefon Diggs and the Texans secondary, the NFL Wild Card ratings going up despite some talking heads saying the playoffs would be bad without the Chiefs, assess what Nico Collins being out Sunday would mean for the Texans, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.
Seth and Sean discuss Nico Collins missing practice, Adam Schefter saying he doesn't think Nico will be back in time, and the Pats people continuing to give the Texans no shot in this game.
Seth and Sean react to Ross Tucker making a big prediction about the Texans and discuss what CJ Stroud had to say when asked if this year feels like their best chance to get it done.
Seth and Sean discuss all the former Patriots and Texans on each roster and coaching staff, the challenge Stefon Diggs presents, and how dominant the Texans' defense should be in the trenches on Sunday.
Seth and Sean discuss what JJ Watt had to say on the Pat McAfee Show about the matchup between the Texans and Patriots on both sides of the ball.
Seth and Sean dive into what Stefon Diggs had to say about the Texans and their secondary, and who has the advantage Sunday.
Seth and Sean discuss the matchup between Stefon Diggs and the Texans secondary, the NFL Wild Card ratings going up despite some talking heads saying the playoffs would be bad without the Chiefs, assess what Nico Collins being out Sunday would mean for the Texans, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.
Robert Kraft got to look back on the tough decision to fire Jerod and hire Mike Vrabel which if the Patriots beat the Texans to make it to the AFC Championship will look like a slam dunk decision.
Everyone's eyes go to the Texans' defense, but for the Patriots to advance to the AFC Championship, they should force CJ Stroud and the Texans offense to beat them and punting the ball to them is the most effective strategy.
Patriots.com writer Mike Dusaault joins the show to give his keys for the Patriots in their Divisional round matchup with the Texans including getting better execution from the Pats' offense, if you can game plan for Houston's defense, and if the Pats have the ability on offense to break through.
Getting into what the Patriots need to do against the Texans to win, it might be as simple as punting to their offense and letting Houston make their own mistakes. What are the big factors for New England to succeed this Sunday? Then, Mike Dussault of Patriots.com joins the show and believes the skill players on the Pats' offense can breakthrough against the vaunted Texans' defense, but need a great start to do it. And, where do you put the Patriots among the remaining playoff teams in the NFL?
(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the show by reacting to the Red Sox paying Ranger Suarez on a 5-year deal.(12:12) We go back and forth on what Craig Breslow's next move will be after signing Ranger Suarez.(22:46) We dive into the Texans defense and whether they can overcome CJ Stroud's turnover issue.(31:10) We finish the hour with calls on everything.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.