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The Jacksonville Jaguars dismantled the Baltimore Ravens last night, are the Jaguars the best team in the AFC? We preview Sunday’s NFL slate with 13 questions for 13 games. With Carson Wentz returning at quarterback, are the Minnesota Vikings back in the Super Bowl picture if he keeps the job? The Los Angeles Rams appear close to getting back star Myles Garrett, will he make a major impact? Are Jaguars passer Trevor Lawrence and Chicago Bears signal caller Caleb Williams about to become the NFL’s two best quarterbacks? What players should be dealt after this weekend, before the NFL trade deadline? Who is under the most pressure this weekend and what will the best game be? Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel is moving upstairs to the booth, will it make a difference? We make our weekly trip to Fairlyland to ask “What If” scenarios for Sunday’s games. What are the best matchups this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We open the show with the massive news that Abdalla saved the office, he shares his heroic tale. Hurricanes star Malachi Toney will undergo ankle surgery, can Miami still beat Notre Dame? Will this weekend be the ultimate referendum on quarterback play? What team makes the most sense for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor: the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, New York Giants or Green Bay Packers? Who are the NFL’s midseason awards? The Minnesota Vikings will start Carson Wentz at quarterback this week, can he keep the job once Kyler Murray is healthy? Will Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Fagnano find success tonight against the Jacksonville Jaguars? Will Shedeur Sanders look good in his first start at quarterback this season for the Cleveland Browns? Can new Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Joe Milton and JJ McCarthy of the New York Giants put up big points on Sunday? How will the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks match up with Garner Minshew and Drew Lock under center? Will estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find a new home? Should the Houston Texans plan to pay over $60 million per season to quarterback C.J. Stroud? Are we overlooking the Jacksonville Jaguars again this season? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to look ahead to this weekend’s games. What does Abdalla have in common with an NFL owner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol, putting Shedeur Sanders in line for his first start of the season. Will the Baltimore Ravens or Minnesota Vikings entertain trading for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones? The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, what do they mean? Estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk is reporting to the team, will his situation be a distraction? Can delaying a salary cap implementation save baseball in 2027? Is Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams going to become the NFL’s next mega star? Will Indianapolis Colts Jonathan Taylor make a major impact if he’s traded? What is Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s long-term outlook? Should Baltimore trade running back Derrick Henry? Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons is returning to practice, will he immediately return to dominance? Why is NC State considering former quarterbacks Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson to be their next coach? Breaking quarterback news: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is out this week with Drew Lock filling in. More news as the Philadelphia Eagles are making a quarterback change going to Joe Milton. Could Cowboys receiver George Pickens force his way out of Dallas? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Breaking news, the Ravens have added a quarterback trading with the Arizona Cardinals for Jacoby Brissett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears impressively beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football, is quarterback Caleb Williams a clear tier one passer now? The Los Angeles Rams are close to getting defensive end Myles Garrett back, can they still live up to their offseason expectations? Will Bleck concede Abdalla was right the Las Vegas Raiders should start Kirk Cousins this season at quarterback? Has Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Siriani thrown in the towel on this season? Should the Eagles consider trading running back Saquon Barkley? How do the guys rank the quarterbacks, coaches and supporting cast in the competitive NFC North? What teams can win the Super Bowl as currently built, and which would need help? Are the Arizona Cardinals making a mistake going to Gardner Minshew as their quarterback? We take an early look at the lines for this week’s games. Could estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find his way back into the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery on his injured thumb, what does the future hold for the Baltimore Ravens quarterback? The Dallas Cowboys blew a huge lead to the Arizona Cardinals, are changes on the way from owner Jerry Jones? We recap our dozen questions from a dozen games. Is tonight’s game with the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks an NFC Championship Game preview? The Denver Broncos continue coming from behind to win games, is it sustainable? Are the Jacksonville Jaguars the best team we’re not talking enough about? Did the Detroit Lions have the most impressive win yesterday? Are the guys more confident in the New England Patriots, Cincinnati Bengals or Los Angeles Rams? If traded by the Indianapolis Colts, would he make a big difference for a contender? Should the NFL consider playoff restructuring so the best teams get in? USC got a big win against Ohio State, why did Trojans coach Lincoln Riley have a prepared statement ready for after the game? How much is too much to trade the Colts for Taylor? Will the Los Angeles Chargers ever make a change at offensive coordinator? Is Micah Parsons close to returning for the Green Bay Packers? Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is dealing with a hamstring injury. Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers beat the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football, with Micah Parsons returning soon is Green Bay setup to be one of the NFL’s best teams? We have a spooky twist on this weeks twelve questions for twelve games. Should the Indianapolis Colts sit running back Jonathan Taylor on Sunday to avoid injury if they’re going to trade him? How does the balance of power in the NFC North look as the undefeated Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions? Who is under the most pressure this weekend and what will the best game be? What is the best Halloween movie and candy? Former Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward joined us to look ahead to this weekend’s games. Is Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel being setup to be the fall guy? This week’s trip to Fairyland for a game of What If is haunting. What are the best games this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bears made a blockbuster move, acquiring All-Pro defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, how much better does he make the Chicago defense? Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson appears ready to return against Buffalo on Sunday, can he lead Baltimore to a win over Josh Allen’s Bills? The Milwaukee Brewers are World Series Champions, was the moment spoiled by the upcoming labor battle? Can Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray increase his production while Minnesota remains unbeaten? Will the Denver Broncos defense do a better job against Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker in their second matchup? How will the Ohio State offense fair with a backup quarterback against USC? Who is more important for the Broncos on Sunday: cornerback Patrick Surtain or receiver Jaylen Waddle? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to react to the Bears trade. Who wins tonight on Thursday Night Football between the Carolina Panthers and Green Bay Packers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers leveled up yesterday making separate trades with the Indianapolis Colts, will they be the two best teams in the NFC? Colts receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade, who else could be dealt? Will Denver Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday? Will the return of Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons shake up the NFC playoff picture? Can USC coach Lincoln Riley turn things around for the Trojans? When will we believe Lamar Jackson is returning to quarterback the Baltimore Ravens? Have the guys turned the corner on New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy? What should we make of Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold? Is Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys the best quarterback who has accomplished the least? What will Jay-Z’s halftime show look like? What teams have the best chance of turning around their season? Is a salary cap coming to the Big Ten, and would it help the sport? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Can the Tampa Bay Rays continue to extend the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers? Will the Minnesota Timberwolves keep their season afloat until Anthony Edwards returns? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, should Jerry Jones make another move to add to the defense? Why are the Las Vegas Raiders continuing to start Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza at quarterback? Breaking news as the Indianapolis Colts traded guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, will running back Jonathan Taylor be next? Did Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter take a passive aggressive swipe at his quarterback Lamar Jackson? Of teams currently in the playoffs, who is a lock and who should enjoy it while they can? Are more athletic defensive players causing Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and other passers trouble? FOX Sports analyst Matt Leinart joins us to look at the big storylines in college football. We take a look at the early lines of this week’s NFL matchups. Can the Oklahoma City Thunder compete for an NBA Championship without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? Will the Milwaukee Brewers win their first World Series tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Vikings are the final undefeated team in the NFL, can they continue relying on their defense to win? The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs both suffered their first loss yesterday, should either be concerned? We look back at the dozen answers we received to a dozen games yesterday. The Baltimore Ravens continue blowing leads, and quarterback Lamar Jackson isn’t playing, can they survive their next two games? Has quarterback J.J. McCarthy begun rebuilding his career with the New York Giants? Who is more back: the Los Angeles Rams or Seattle Seahawks? Are the Vikings the best team in the NFL? What contender should be most concerned by their play yesterday? Who should be most encouraged by their play yesterday: Browns, Steelers, Bengals, Broncos, Giants, Lions or Seahawks? Are the Oklahoma City Thunder’s title hopes over following the gruesome injury to Jalen Williams? Will Texas quarterback Arch Manning return to college instead of entering the NFL Draft? Is it time for USC to move on from coach Lincoln Riley? Should the Las Vegas Raiders make a quarterback change to top pick Fernando Mendoza? Will the Indianapolis Colts trade running back Jonathan Taylor and other players? The Detroit Lions are selling a spaghetti sandwich from Eminem? Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football behind a great game from quarterback Caleb Williams. We preview Sunday’s NFL matchups with a dozen questions for a dozen games. Will the Indianapolis Colts trade running back Jonathan Taylor? We have injury updates on Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. What quarterback do the guys have their eyes on this Sunday? What team and player are under the most pressure to win this week, and what will the best game be? Has the media put too much pressure on Texas quarterback Arch Manning? Would Bears fans rather have Williams under center than some of the best passers in the league? We explore wild “What If” scenarios for Sunday’s games. Who will win the World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays? Do you believe in NFL conspiracy theories? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears welcome the New England Patriots tonight on Thursday Night Football, will tonight be a massive showcase for quarterback Caleb Williams? Should the Baltimore Ravens be concerned about quarterback Lamar Jackson’s continued health issues? Is Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix allowing concern for his ankle to affect his play? How do the Patriots go into Chicago tonight and win? Do the Bears need to force Patriots quarterback Drake Maye into turnovers? Will one good thing come from the College Football Playoff expansion? Will Williams and Maye get into a shootout tonight? How will J.J. McCarthy fare in his first start at quarterback for the New York Giants? The new-look Minnesota Timberwolves looked great in their opener, are they a sleeper in the western conference? Will the release of Call of Duty tonight affect Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray on Sunday? Is it time for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to only focus on batting? Who has the coaching advantage tonight, Ben Johnson or Mike Vrabel? Our teammate Nick Kostos joined the show to look ahead to the NFL weekend. Who wins tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Wickett was in for Abdalla today along with Bleck, and as we hit the air a decision has been made in New York where the Giants will start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback. Are the Los Angeles Rams the most disappointing team in the NFL? Is Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert a possible target for some of the worst teams in the NFL? The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs and the Philadelphia 76ers spoiled ring night for the New York Knicks, will these be this season’s conference finalists? What is next in the saga of the Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts? Can Washington Commanders Jayden Daniels turn things around? Is Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud a dark horse MVP candidate? Can 76ers forward LeBron James continue his all-round play from last night? Could the New Orleans Saints upset the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris? How will the Cleveland Browns handle being a favorite against the Tennessee Titans? After the firing of general manager Chris Ballard, will the Indianapolis Colts be the first team to beat the Minnesota Vikings? Who are the best and worst teams in the NFL? Which NFC East team’s fatal flaw is most fatal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Washington Commanders lost to the San Francisco 49ers last night, what is going on with quarterback Jayden Daniels? Is it time to push the panic button on the Los Angeles Rams? The NBA season tips off today, who are the favorites to reach the NBA Finals and win MVP? Are the 49ers the most complete team in the NFL? What NFL teams and players should be on the move as we examine buyers and sellers. Why haven’t the Los Angeles Chargers made a move with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel? Is anyone going to step forward to win the NFC East? We take an early look at the lines of this weekend’s NFL games. How mad will Bleck get about Disney putting on a Star Wars broadcast of the Super Bowl? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is out for the season, where does the team go from here? The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard this morning, will they look to trade pieces? Are the Texas Longhorns planning to bench quarterback Arch Manning this weekend? We recap the answers received from the biggest questions in the NFL yesterday. After a wild college football Saturday chalk full of upsets, do we need to savor these moments that will go away when the playoff expands? With quarterback Caleb Williams back in the lineup, are the Chicago Bears the NFC’s best team? Who deserves the most blame for the Los Angeles Rams 2-4 start? Who is the hottest team in the NFL? What is the best team in the NFC East? What current playoff teams in the NFC and AFC are most likely to miss the postseason? Are the Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers and Carolina Panthers good or not good? Who is the MVP of the NFL: Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker or Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen? What happened to Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert? Could Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn be fired if he loses against the San Francisco 49ers tonight on Monday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Denver Broncos beat the Seattle Seahawks last night on Thursday Night Football but quarterback Bo Nix didn’t play well, what’s wrong with him? We preview the Sunday’s matchup with 12 questions for 12 games. Why did Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams get testy with a local reporter? Do the Seahawks miss former running back Kenneth Walker or offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak more? The Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the World Series, is that good for baseball? Could we see more trades on the way in the NFL? What will the Dallas Cowboys defense look like on Sunday Night Football against the Green Bay Packers? We ask the wildest What If questions heading into week six of the NFL season. If the Los Angeles Chargers fall to 0-6 on Sunday, how much longer with their stick with coach Jim Harbaugh? Could this Sunday be an explosion for Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Denver Broncos host the Seattle Seahawks tonight on Thursday Night Football, do coaches Sean Payton and Mike Macdonald dislike each other? What does Broncos quarterback Bo Nix need to do to get more aggressive tonight? Caleb Williams appears to be returning at quarterback for the Chicago Bears, but should more discussion focus on coach Ben Johnson’s struggles in the NFC North? Breaking news that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will be out this Sunday against the Carolina Panthers, can the Eagles save their season without their quarterback? Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was not present at the start of practice, can the Ravens win on Sunday without him? How effective will receiver Marvin Harrison, Jr. be in his Houston Texans debut? Can the Broncos get receiver Jaylen Waddle going tonight? Will Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold take advantage of injuries to Patrick Surtain II and Talanoa Hufanga? Are the Seahawks missing running back Kenneth Walker III more than the Kansas City Chiefs are enjoying having him? The College Football Playoff has taken another step forward towards expanding to 24 teams and Abdalla isn’t happy. Is Nix being evaluated unfairly based on his past success? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Wickett is in for Bleck again today with Abdalla. The Los Angeles Rams made a move at kicker, but is it enough to fix their awful special teams? Packers star Micah Parsons called out Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels for possibly getting coach Dan Quinn fired, was he out of line? Can Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix be more aggressive with the football against the Seattle Seahawks tomorrow night? Should the Chicago Bears get Caleb Williams back on the field at quarterback this Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons? Is Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford still playing at the highest level? Will New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye improve on his recent play even more with the pending return of receiver A.J. Brown? Will Falcons quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. play well this weekend dealing with a rib injury? How effective will Los Angeles Dodger star Shohei Ohtani be tonight in the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers? Who are the five best and five worst teams right now in the NFL? Is NIL going to take away the college football video game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL defensive end Anthony Herron was in for Bleck today with Abdalla reacting to last night’s wild win for the Buffalo Bills against the Los Angeles Rams. Could the Rams special teams keep them from winning a Super Bowl? Did Bills quarterback Josh Allen cement himself as the league’s best player? Can the San Francisco 49ers survive their latest injury, to receiver Deebo Samuel? Will Marvin Harrison, Jr. revitalize his career with the Houston Texans? Who absolutely needs to get a win this weekend, and who can survive a loss? Are the Philadelphia Eagles ready to throw in the towel on quarterback Jalen Hurts? Was last night’s matchup the ideal Super Bowl: Bills vs. Rams? We take an early look at the lines for the upcoming NFL slate. What is the biggest epidemic facing the NFL: quarterback play, coaching or special teams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Wickett was in for Bleck today with Abdalla. The guys tried to make sense of the time management debacle from the Washington Commanders in their tie with the New York Giants. Was the Philadelphia Eagles loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on coach Nick Sirianni? After yesterday’s games we received some answers around the league including on New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. Was receiver Mike Evans the best offseason pickup as the San Francisco 49ers moved to 5-0? Wickett, a Green Bay Packers fan, got to have his day giving Abdalla grief over the Chicago Bears loss. Who is Abdalla’s “hottest boy” in NFL coaching ranks: Sirianni, Commanders coach Dan Quinn or Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh? Was a great College Football Saturday dampened by the new playoff that allows more teams in? Are the right teams now coming into focus as the best squads in the NFL? The guys previewed tonight’s Monday Night Football matchup with the Buffalo Bills facing the Los Angeles Chargers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary Bears coach Mike Ditka has passed away. The guys talk about what he means to the city of Chicago and share personal stories of Coach Ditka and his great teams. We take a look at 14 questions for 14 games heading into week five of the NFL season. Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton left no doubt over the team’s playcalling plan for Sunday. The Dallas Cowboys were beaten by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last night, is their anything that can fix their defense? Who is in the most helpless situation in the league? What team and person are under the most pressure to win on Sunday? What will be Sunday’s best game? What will be the headline on Monday morning? Who are the front runners for MVP and Coach of the Year after the first quarter of the season? Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson won’t play against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football. We ask the craziest What If scenarios heading into week five of the NFL season. The guys give their predictions on the biggest games of the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The MLB Playoffs rolled along including the Yankees being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays and Aaron Judge giving his thoughts on what’s next for New York. Houston Texans defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans is taking the playcalling back over, can he turn around their season? Broncos coach Sean Payton and offensive coordinator Davis Webb will be taking a “collaborative” approach to playcalling, what does that mean? Did we go in too hard on paternity leave for professional athletes yesterday? Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will return to the lineup this weekend, how well will he play against the New York Giants? Could Lamar Jackson start at quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens this week without practicing? The guys continue to disagree on the College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams. Can the Dallas Cowboys defense shut down Tampa Bay Buccaneers backup quarterback Jalon Daniels tonight on Thursday Night Football? Will the Broncos offense find a way to score first half points against the Los Angeles Chargers? Can New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye avoid turnovers against the Las Vegas Raiders? Will the Seattle Seahawks manage to sack San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy? Would you visit a Starbucks-Chipotle combo restaurant? MLB is proposing changes including less games and picking your playoff opponent, the guys have strong thoughts on it. Fat Jack joins us to look at the betting lines for this weekend’s NFL slate. The baseball players union responded to MLB’s proposed changes. Who wins on Thursday Night football tonight with the Cowboys and Buccaneers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bleck and Abdalla are broadcasting from heart of baseball playoff mayhem as the Chicago White Sox look to advance tonight. Philadelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson suddenly retired, what are their chances of beating the Jacksonville Jaguars in London? Padres closer Mason Miller missed last night’s elimination playoff game because of paternity leave, what do the guys think of that? We react to the breaking news of the Eagle trading center Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens. Could Texans coach DeMeco Ryans be on the hot seat if Houston loses to the Tennessee Titans? Can Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. keep up his recent play? New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is the AFC Offensive Player of the Week, has he turned his season around? Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels appears to be trending towards playing Sunday, how will he look? Could Sunday be a “get-right” game for the Los Angeles Chargers and quarterback Justin Herbert against the Denver Broncos? Can Chicagoans be fans of both the White Sox and Cubs? Is Bears coach Ben Johnson the reason the team’s rivalry with the Packers feels more intense? Who are the best and worst teams in the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints last night moving to 2-0 since quarterback Michael Penix, Junior returned to the lineup. A quarter into the season which NFL teams have overachieved and which have underachieved? Are we entering a new era of the running back in the NFL? Should New Orleans Saints fans be worried about quarterback Tyler Shough? Bleck is not a fan of guardian caps on skilled position players. The guys give out their grades for NFL quarterbacks through the first four games. Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur doesn’t want to be a focal point of the rivalry with the Chicago Bears. What is the Falcons future with Penix, Jr. at quarterback? Is the NFC South now a fun division to watch? We take a look at the early lines of the week five NFL slate. Was the NFL bullied into suspending officials based on internet complaints? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yesterday, the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Las Vegas Raiders to move to 4-0 on the season. By keeping the game close, did the Raiders show they’re a legit playoff contender? We review the answers from our week four NFL 14 questions for 14 games. Are the Philadelphia Eagles set to implode? Among good teams who lost yesterday, who should be most concerned? Who has the most impressive win yesterday? Which was ugliest? Among the 0-4 teams, which has the worst outlook beyond this season? What big money Power Four conference coach’s seat should be hottest? Did Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson troll the league yesterday? Can the Baltimore Ravens and Eagles survive without QB Lamar Jackson and RB Saquon Barkley? Has Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker been the NFL’s best player this season? What’s going on with NFL officials? Who wins on Monday Night Football tonight between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cleveland Browns beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football, with the story of the game being quarterback Deshaun Watson. Tony Romo will not be returning to the broadcast booth with CBS. We go through our 14 questions for 14 games this NFL Sunday. Has new Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter, Jr. miraculously recovered from his back injury? Is Browns coach Todd Monken the best hire from this coaching cycle? How is Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers part two going to end for the Steelers coach and quarterback? What team and person under the most pressure on Sunday? What will be Sunday’s best game? Among teams with winning records, who needs a victory most this Sunday? The Baltimore Ravens will be without edge rusher Trey Hendrickson Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, will they miss him? Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson won’t reveal who is starting at quarterback against the New York Jets on Sunday. We head to Fairlyand for a week four edition of “What If?” What are the best college and NFL games this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pittsburgh Steelers traded cornerback Joey Porter, Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys, how much can Porter help the Dallas defense improve? The Steelers face the Cleveland Browns tonight on Thursday Night Football, is the game more important to Cleveland than Pittsburgh? The Chicago White Sox advanced in the playoffs and delivered memorable post-game interviews. Who has the coaching advantage tonight between Steelers coach Mike McCarthy and Todd Monken of the Browns? College football viewership is down, should we be concerned about the future outlook of the sport? Which quarterback will play better tonight: Cleveland’s Deshaun Watson or Aaron Rodgers of Pittsburgh? Will Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson continue running the football while dealing with a back injury. How effective will Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua be in his return to the lineup? Will the Chicago Bears start Tyson Bagent or Case Keenum at quarterback? NBC analyst Mike Tomlin gave us a look at his Minecraft city, does he have a future as a streamer? We catch up with the Fat Jack to take a look at the week four NFL slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who is more likeable between tomorrow’s quarterbacks: Cleveland Browns passer Deshaun Watson or Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers? Is too much pressure being put on the Dallas Cowboys? Will the early success of new coaching hires influence owners to make more changes across the NFL? What is the best rivalry of week four? We look at struggling quarterbacks and discuss who can turn it around among Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles, Justin Herbert from the Los Angeles Chargers, Green Bay Packers passer Jordan Love, Cam Ward of the Tennessee Titans, CJ Stroud from the Houston Texans and New England Patriots passer Drake Maye. Was Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James bullied out of joining the New York Giants? What is now the most competitive division in the NFL? Should Baltimore Ravens fans be concerned quarterback Lamar Jackson isn’t practicing? Will the Arizona Cardinals trade wide receiver Marvin Harrison, Jr.? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Can San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy continue to avoid sacks against the Denver Broncos on Sunday? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears took care of the Philadelphia Eagles last night behind third string quarterback Case Keenum. Can the Bears defense continue to play as well as it has during the last two weeks? Are there any signs Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert can turn around his season? Will the New York Giants eventually turn to newly acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy? The NFL flexed the Bears week five game with the Green Bay Packers out of the late window, why? What NFL teams are better than their record, and which are worse? The postseason begins in baseball, what are the teams to watch? Has the balance of power in the NFC shifted after last night’s game? Can you like two NFL teams? We take an early look at the lines heading into the week four NFL slate. Should the Bears consider trading backup quarterback Tyson Bagent after Keenum’s performance last night? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys in Brazil, how did the Dallas defense allow Baltimore to move into position for the winning field goal? Breaking news as the Minnesota Vikings have traded quarterback J.J. McCarthy to the New York Giants, is it surprising how quickly Minnesota gave up on the top ten pick? Did the officials gift wrap a win to the Denver Broncos against the Los Angeles Rams last night? We go through our answers from Friday’s 14 questions of week three in the NFL. Who is the best non-undefeated team and the best 3-0 squad? Who is the NFL’s most disappointing quarterback and surprisingly good quarterback so far? What is wrong with New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye? Are the Los Angeles Chargers the league’s most helpless 0-3 team? The Las Vegas Raiders are 3-0, will Bleck finally admit they made the right choice starting Kirk Cousins at quarterback? Will USC move on from coach Lincoln Riley after their blowout loss to USC? We take a look at tonight’s matchup between the Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles, without quarterback Caleb Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Green Bay Packers were throttled by the Atlanta Falcons last night. How much pressure is on Packers coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Jordan Love? Can Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert and offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel put it together to keep pace with Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen? How will Cleveland Browns fans treat quarterback Deshaun Watson? Can New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith take advantage of the Detroit Lions defense? Can Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud keep up with Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Jonathan Taylor? Are the Kansas City Chiefs the best team in the NFL, about to play the worst in the Miami Dolphins? How will New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston play in his first start of the season against the Tennessee Titans? Will Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers survive against Dexter Lawrence and the revamped Cincinnati Bengals defense? What will Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold look like if he returns to the lineup Sunday against the Washington Commanders? Can New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye avoid turnovers and sacks against the Jacksonville Jaguars defense? Will San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy continue his MVP campaign as the team keeps losing players? How will Minnesota quarterback Kyler Murray look in his Vikings debut? Will travel, distractions and the field factor into the game between the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys in Brazil? Will we see a shootout between Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins and New Orleans Saints passer Tyler Shough? Will the Los Angeles Rams miss receiver Puka Nakua against the Denver Broncos? Was Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels listening to the show yesterday? Did we see a coming out party from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix, Jr.? What’s the biggest story from last night’s beatdown? Who is under the most pressure to win on Sunday? What will Sunday’s best game be? Did you know the President of the United States can affect how a football game is played? What college football matchups do the guys have their eyes on this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Green Bay Packers face the Atlanta Falcons tonight on Thursday Night Football, are the Packers just treading water until star edge rusher Micah Parsons returns? Will quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. give the Falcons a spark? The guys respond to our teammate Lynnell Willingham’s thoughts on Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald and Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton spoke on Macdonald’s leaked comments about Payton. When will the Los Angeles Chargers win their next game? How well will Packers quarterback Jordan Love play tonight? Will Jameis Winston start the majority of the season at quarterback for the New York Giants? Can Daniels get Washington back to the NFC Championship Game in his career? If Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold returns this weekend, how should we expect him to play? Is San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy an MVP candidate? The guys give their thoughts on the upcoming John Madden movie. The Fat Jack joins the show for his week three picks. Does your family eat dinner together naked? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have breaking news at the start of the show, New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will have surgery that’s expected to end his season. Will Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll be out for revenge against the Giants? The Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears also have to plan for the week three without their quarterbacks, with Ben Johnson’s Bears possibly down to third stringer Case Keenum. Seattle Seahawks coach Mike MacDonald revealed Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton accused the team of foul play. How will Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. look in his season debut? Is Jameis Winston a future media superstar after replacing Dart as the Giants quarterback? Will new San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandin Cooks and returning Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz make impacts on their new teams. The Toronto Raptors have a new deal with Kawhi Leonard, can he have a good season back in Canada? Hall of Famer Drew Brees spills the tea on nearly returning to play for the Broncos in the AFC Championship Game. Should Giants fans just check out on the rest of the season? Will the Commanders consider moving on from quarterback Jayden Daniels because of health? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? What is the fakest city in the world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Rams beat the New York Giants last night with quarterback Jaxson Dart leaving with an injury, can Jameis Winston keep the team afloat? Rams coach Sean McVay took the blame for the team’s travel plan to Australia, are they ready to become the juggernaut that was expected? The Indianapolis Colts will be without receiver Alec Pierce for a few weeks, can they turn it around? The Atlanta Falcons will start Michael Penix, Jr. at quarterback on Thursday against the Green Bay Packers, can Penix pull the upset? Where do Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and receiver Davante Adams rank historically? Among 1-1 teams in the NFL, who is in the best position and who is in the worst? What is the best meme of Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams? We have breaking news Williams’ backup Tyson Bagent is in the concussion protocol and Case Keenum may need to start against the Philadelphia Eagles. We take a look at the Early Lines of week three’s NFL games. Breaking news that Dart’s injury is worse than feared and he may miss the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We open the show with an update on the injury to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, did Chicago dodge a bullet? The Commanders also lost their quarterback to injury, how will Washington fare without Jayden Daniels? The Los Angeles Chargers are 0-2, how much blame should fall on quarterback Justin Herbert? Can the Houston Texans and Tampa Bay Buccaneers bounce back from their 0-2 starts? LSU coach Lane Kiffin managed to make his return to Ole Miss all about him, even in a loss. What early season mulligan do the guys make on their NFL predictions? Who will miss their QB more: the Bears or the Commanders? Is the better QB from the 2023 draft Carolina Panthers passer Bryce Young or C.J. Stroud of the Houston Texans? Do Colts, Chargers, Texans, Bucs or Indianapolis Colts have the best chance to turn it around and make the playoffs? Who was the most surprising winner yesterday: the New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders or Cleveland Browns? With the 49ers and Seahawks 2-0, is tonight a must win for the Los Angeles Rams? We have 14 answers from our 14 questions heading into NFL Sunday. Breaking news that Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has been cleared from the concussion protocol. Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football: the Rams or New York Giants? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Buffalo Bills beat the Detroit Lions last night, should Lions fans be concerned about the team’s defense? We go through 14 questions for 14 games across Sunday’s NFL slate. Has LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt had a miraculous recovery, or was coach Lane Kiffin playing games with the injury report? Should Lions fans be concerned by how the team has played since coach Dan Campbell lost his coordinators Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn to head coaching positions with the Chicago Bears and New York Jets, respectively. What team and what person is under the most pressure to win on Sunday? What will Sunday’s best game be? Are Kiffin and LSU good for College Football? Could defense be the theme of week two across the NFL? We play a game of “What If” looking ahead to NFL Sunday? Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray has been ruled out of Sunday’s game with the Bears, can backup Carson Wentz lead the Vikings to another win? The guys give their final thoughts on this weekend’s games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Thursday Night Football matchup with the Buffalo Bills opening their new stadium tonight against the Detroit Lions. Are the Bills and Lions championship windows still open? Is LSU coach Lane Kiffin employing gamesmanship with quarterback Sam Leavitt’s status heading into Saturday’s game with Ole Miss? Are the Jacksonville Jaguars being overlooked across 1-0 teams? Will the scoring in tonight’s game keep up the same pace as week one? Will LSU’s offense be able to put up a lot of points on Ole Miss? Can Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears continue their big numbers against the Minnesota Vikings? Will New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye protect the football against the Pittsburgh Steelers? Can Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson play well in Sunday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Will expanding the College Football Playoff to 24 teams ruin the sport? We take a look at week two of the NFL and the big college football slate with the Fat Jack. The Pro Football Hall of Fame has removed a few voters, and the guys aren’t complaining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What 0-1 team should be most concerned heading into week two of the NFL slate? Is Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett being overlooked? Can Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock keep Seattle winning while Sam Darnold recovers? Will Saints quarterback Tyler Shough continue putting up big numbers for New Orleans? Can New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart build on his week one win? What is the outlook for Ohio State coach Ryan Day? Television ratings were through the roof for Ohio State’s game with Texas, should we be surprised? Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is blaming the media for unfair criticism. Bleck and Abdalla give the five best and worst teams in the NFL. Is Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson getting too confident in his team’s offense? Is Bears quarterback Caleb Williams a serious favorite to be MVP? Will Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton take back play calling from offensive coordinator Davis Webb? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Kansas City Chiefs destroyed the Denver Broncos last night, how long until Broncos coach Sean Payton takes back playcalling from offensive coordinator Davis Webb? Did Kenneth Walker’s performance change the guys’ mind on paying running backs? Are the Chiefs back? We introduce the quarterback concern meter evaluating heat around the NFL. Why were television ratings for the Seattle Seahawks opener against the New England Patriots down? What was the bigger story last night: the Chiefs playing well or the Broncos looking awful? What is the worst movie sequel of all time? What is the worst movie sequel of all time? What NFL teams are we ready to push the panic button on after one week? Should the Baltimore Ravens try to get a deal done with quarterback Lamar Jackson soon? Were Texas quarterback Arch Manning’s recent comments alarming? Hall of Fame quarterback Drew Brees reportedly considered playing for the Broncos in the AFC Championship Game. We take an early look at this weekend’s lines, what games stand out? LSU coach Lane Kiffin is the ultimate heel, is a genius taking pressure off his team heading into the Ole Miss game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our first NFL Sunday is in the books and the guys were impressed with the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills as the best teams in the AFC. Bleck’s guy John Harbaugh got a win in his first game coaching the New York Giants, beating the Dallas Cowboys. The Chicago Bears lit up the scoreboard with a staggering 59 points against the Carolina Panthers. The Texas Longhorns are the new number one team in the country after their comeback win against Ohio State. Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell deserves credit for going with Carson Wentz over J.J. McCarthy as the team’s backup quarterback. We look back on our questions from week one and what answers we got yesterday including on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. Should the New Orleans Saints have kicked the extra point to play for the tie against the Detroit Lions? Who was the best QB yesterday: Caleb Williams of the Bears, Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen from the Bills or Jacksonville Jaguars passer Trevor Lawrence? Who had the more disappointing Sunday: Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love or Los Angeles Chargers passer Justin Herbert? Was Saturday’s comeback more about great play from Texas or a choke job from Ohio State? Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has a pain in the butt, literally. The guys argue if the 1pm eastern NFL slate still deserves good games. Bleck’s biggest losers from yesterday are the Chargers, Cowboys, Packers and Washington Commanders. The guys preview tonight’s Monday night matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Denver Broncos with quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Bo Nix both returning from injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Francisco 49ers put a beating on the Los Angeles Rams in Australia, did the team’s differing travel strategies play a role? Looking ahead to NFL Sunday, we ask and answer each game’s burning question. Our friend Lindsay Rhodes of SūmerSports joined us to break down yesterday’s game. The Patriots will be without receiver A.J. Brown for a few weeks due to an ankle injury, is New England the NFL’s most likely regression candidate? What NFL game are the guys looking most forward to Sunday? What’s the biggest story coming out of the game in Australia? Who is on upset alert Sunday? We have breaking news the Atlanta Falcons will be without Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday, are they in the worst quarterback situation during week one? What should we expect from Texas QB Arch Manning against Ohio State tomorrow? Our colleague Josh Graham joins the show to introduce us to his new show. Is 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy a system quarterback? Who will win this weekend’s big matchups? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots in last night’s first game of the season with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye not playing well. Are the Seahawks not getting enough attention because they’re boring? What are we looking for in tonight's game between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers in Australia. Our friend Anthony Herron joined the show as NFL Kickoff Weekend continues. Can Drew Lock keep Seattle afloat while starting quarterback Sam Darnold recovers from his hip injury? With a more difficult schedule, should we expect more turnovers from Maye this season? How well will quarterback Brock Purdy play tonight for the 49ers after missing both games against the Rams last year. Will Rams star Myles Garrett get to Purdy for multiple sacks? With Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers injured, did they make the right call at quarterback going with Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza? Could the Atlanta Falcons cut Tua Tagovailoa if the quarterback doesn’t play well Sunday? We catch up with the Fat Jack to preview tonight’s game and the weekend slate. Breaking news that Tagovailoa suffered an injury, could he miss the Falcons opener? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new NFL season kicks off tonight with a Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots. Has a defending Super Bowl Champion ever had less hype than the Seahawks? Abdalla takes a victory lap on the news Aaron Donald will not be playing for the Los Angeles Rams in their season opener against the San Francisco 49ers. The Rams travel schedule for the game in Australia is wild. Our teammate from Westwood One Sports Ryan Harris joins the show to preview the season. Is the drama of LSU trying to add pro players finally over? With their latest step, is a 24-team College Football Playoff inevitable? Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield has a new contract with Buccaneers, what type of season will he have? Do we believe Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will stay in Cincinnati? Will the guys be watching the Manningcast of Super Bowl 61? Is Clemson coach Dabo Swinney going to make it through the season? Has Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers created followers? Are millennials the new boomers? We give our predictions for the season including who will win Super Bowl 61. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The SEC will vote this week on kicking LSU out of the conference, will coach Lane Kiffin back down? The New England Patriots locked up star cornerback Carlos Gonzalez, have they successfully navigated an offseason of distractions? Our pal Geoff Schwartz joins us to look ahead to the NFL season. Could Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald be better than ever? Which NFL teams can afford to get off to a slow start, and which can’t? Should the San Francisco 49ers have left for Australia even sooner? We take an early look at this weekend’s games during Early Lines and declare our favorite story from the Summer of Football. New NBC analyst Mike Tomlin has a hobby he wants the world to know about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A wild finish for Michigan to survive week one, should the Wolverines have received that final second to throw their Hail Mary? LSU coach Lane Kiffin’s team lived up to the hype in dominating Clemson, can they keep it up? The Atlanta Falcons will start Tua Tagovailoa in week one, but how long until Michael Penix, Jr. takes back over as starting quarterback? San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan is in a time traveling vortex as he readies for the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. What is the most compelling week one matchup in the NFL? Are all of the week one blowouts in college football a concern? Who is the biggest star in college football: Kiffin, Texas quarterback Arch Manning or Indiana coach Curt Cignetti? NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has a new contract is he the best commissioner in pro sports? Safety Harrison Smith is back with the Vikings, will the NFC North be the conference’s most competitive division? Should college football should stay the course, turn the ship around or continue evolving aggressively? Will we get a new story this week on the alleged relationship between New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and former NFL reporter Dianna Russini? Is LSU the best team in the nation? What NFL teams are the most all-in to win the Super Bowl this year? Will this really be Charles Barkley’s last year on television? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Colorado Buffaloes defeated the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on a blocked field goal, what does the victory mean for Deion Sanders outlook this season? The legal battle wages on as LSU tries to welcome NFL players back to its roster. with the latest ruling favoring coach Lane Kiffin. What will come next what teams can win the Super bowl this season, and among them which would be the best story? What is worse being a fan of a long-suffering bottom feeder or a team that's had their heart broken? Can North Carolina coach Bill Belichick survive the latest reports around his program? Raj asked NBC Sports' Mike Tomlin about Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Who is the biggest villain in sports right now? Will the Los Angeles Rams decision to wait to travel to Australia affect the outcome of their game next week with the San Francisco 49ers? How many games does Sanders need to win this season at Colorado for it to be a success? In college football, which ranked team is most likely to be upset this weekend? What will former NFL reporter Dianna Russini next role in sports media be? Our teammate Josh Graham from Westwood One Sports Night joined the show for his insight on what's happening at North Carolina. It’s Futures Friday as the guys make predictions for this NFL season. Who has the most riding on this season: Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens or Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA came down hard on the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard, were the penalties too harsh? Clippers owner Steve Ballmer is the wealthiest owner in sports, will he take the NBA to war? Who do NFL executives expect to be the best teams this season? After Clemson coach Dabo Swinney’s latest comments involving LSU coach Lane Kiffin, should the two coaches have a debate instead of a game? Will the Clippers acquiring Leonard go down as the worst move in sports history? What does Stan Kroenke’s history owning other teams mean for the Los Angeles Angels? The Athletic concluded their investigation into former reporter Dianna Russini, and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was asked about its findings. The SEC has filed a lawsuit against LSU and Kiffin to prevent NFL players from returning to the college. Who are the favorites to win awards like NFL MVP? Abdalla takes another stab at predicting the Fat Jack’s Super Bowl sleeper? The Colorado Buffaloes open their season tonight, what does the future hold for coach Deion Sanders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The San Francisco 49ers are leaving today for Australia, a week before the Los Angeles Rams. Will the travel plan affect who wins the game? Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson says quarterback Caleb Williams has lost his “goofiness.” Another day, no resolution in LSU’s fight to add former NFL players to their team. The Las Vegas Raiders announced Kirk Cousins will start at quarterback over first overall pick Fernando Mendoza, and the guys remain dug in on their position over the decision. Would you allow your rival to win a Super Bowl in exchange to undo your favorite team’s worst move? Are expectations too high on Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald? How will LSU coach Lane Kiffin come out of his newest battle? Is Mendoza’s long-term status affected by starting the season on the bench? Is USC coach Lincoln Riley destined to fail? What’s next for the viral fake 49ers player Daejon Love? Why do millennials drink so much? What do college football coaches think of each other heading into the season? What NFL quarterbacks are the best when their defense can’t stop anyone? Did the Chicago Bulls find a star in Caleb Wilson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can the San Francisco 49ers find a way to upset the Los Angeles Rams, with or without Aaron Donald, week one in Australia? Are we looking past the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks? When should the Green Bay Packers expect star pass rusher Micah Parsons back? LSU coach Lane Kiffin is holding firm on trying to add NFL players to his team despite pushback across college football including from Clemson’s Dabo Swinney and Texas’ Steve Sarkisian. Should the Baltimore Ravens be concerned about their kicking situation? Are the Rams going to be the villain of the NFL this year? Which college football powers are already locks for the College Football Playoff, and which could finish the year unranked? The Dallas Cowboys moved on from backup quarterback Joe Milton, will he find a new home? What is the Rams’ toughest matchup this season? Who will be the NFL’s best “old guy” this year? Is Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce potentially distracted heading into the season after marrying Taylor Swift? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Future Hall of Famer Aaron Donald is back with the Los Angeles Rams, will he play week one against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia? Did the Minnesota Vikings make the right moving keeping quarterback J.J. McCarthy on their roster? Should we be surprised the New York Giants kept wide receiver Odell Beckham, Jr.? Bill Belichick’s North Carolina Tar Heels won on Saturday, how many more wins are on the schedule? Why did USC have trouble filling the stands against San Jose State? Abdalla wants to send an all-staff email about something. Who is the king of current Chicago sports, Bears quarterback Caleb Williams or Cubs MVP favorite Pete Crow Armstrong? Who will be the Rams best player this season? Who is this century’s second-best golfer behind Tiger Woods: Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy or Phil Mickelson? Tom Cruise announced Days of Thunder is coming in 2028 with Anne Hathaway, what is Cruise’s best movie? Will NFL players returning to college football play in the SEC this season? If the Rams are the unquestioned top team heading into the season, who is number two? Philadelphia Sixers star Jaylen Brown threw himself a goodbye party in Boston. What will be this weekend’s most interesting college football matchup? Who will be the Super Bowl halftime act? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices