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The FAN Checkdown

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Frequency: 1 episode/3d. Total Eps: 230

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett discuss the latest NFL news and analyze the biggest games throughout the season on the road to the Super Bowl. Don’t miss The FAN Checkdown, Monday to Friday on the Sportsnet Radio Network.

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Wide Receiver Market Shift + AFC South & NFC East Previews

Friday, August 30, 2024 • Duration 49:30

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the show with Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers coming to an agreement on a contract extension and how the $30 million price tag affects Ja'Marr Chase's next contract. Then Matty and Donnovan shift their attention to previewing the AFC South and NFC East. Have the Indianapolis Colts carved a path for their quarterback Anthony Richardson to succeed this season? Is Nick Sirianni on the hot seat in Philly? To wrap up the show, theScore's Justin Boone (31:16) jumps on to chat about the fantasy football landscape ahead of the 2024-24 season and how the uncertainty of the quarterback and wide receiver market changes draft strategies.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Aiyuk & Chase's Contract Crises + AFC North & West Previews

Thursday, August 29, 2024 • Duration 49:48

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett react to the Patriots naming Jacoby Brissett their starter for Week 1 before checking in on Ja'Marr Chase & Brandon Aiyuk's ongoing contract disputes. What landing spots make the most sense for a potential Aiyuk trade? Could the Browns be eyeing a big swing after clearing cap space? Then, they react to Josh Allen being voted the most overrated player in football in a recent player poll. Finally, Matt and Donnovan go through the AFC West & AFC North divisions and share season outlooks for each team.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Is Brock Purdy a Game Manager?

Friday, February 2, 2024 • Duration 49:18

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett kick off the show with Robert Saleh's behaviour toward his staff, how the Jets should respond, and the ramifications that will follow. They then talk about Alex Van Pelt joining the New England Patriots, whether this move benefits the organization, what it means for Mac Jones, and where the Patriots stand in the draft. Matt and Donnovan then discuss the New Orleans Saints' poor management, as well as Cam Newton's remarks about Brock Purdy being a "game manager" rather than a "game changer". Finally, the boys discuss Kliff Kingsbury's new offensive coordinator position with the Las Vegas Raiders (33:48) and whether Chip Kelly will join the Washington Commanders.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

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Chargers’ Calamity + Spotting Fake From the Real

Monday, September 18, 2023 • Duration 49:51

Donnovan Bennett is back with Matt Marchese and they start the show with some quick Week 2 takeaways, if its time to worry about Joe Burrow and the Bengals, the Chargers continuing to find ways to lose, the best 0-2 teams and picking the real from the pretenders among 2-0 units. Then, a deeper dive on Sunday night’s game between the Patriots and Dolphins, Tua staying undefeated against New England, Mike McDaniel getting comfortable and the Pats’ receiver problems. Finally, teeing up the Monday night doubleheader, with the Panthers hosting the Saints and the Browns visiting the Steelers.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Eagles Fly to 2-0 + Week 2 Preview

Friday, September 15, 2023 • Duration 49:41

Matt Marchese is solo and starts with last night’s game where the Eagles took down the Vikings 34-28, Justin Jefferson’s costly goal-line fumble, Philadelphia’s dominant run game and concern level for the Eagles’ defensive depth and secondary. Then, previewing some of the marquee matchups for Week 2 (24:42), including the Bengals looking to bounce back against the injury-riddled, division-rival Ravens, the Chiefs getting Chris Jones and Travis Kelce back against the Jaguars and the Lions looking to go 2-0 as they host the Seahawks. Matt closes the week with a dip into the Checkdown Mailbag and gives his Best Bets for Week 2!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Vikes Take Fight to City of Brotherly Love

Thursday, September 14, 2023 • Duration 49:46

Matt Marchese starts with more on Aaron Rodgers’ injury and the media coverage around it, the Bears considering making an unmotivated Chase Claypool a healthy inactive and Jared Goff eyes history with his interception-less streak. Vikings reporter for the Athletic Alec Lewis joins the show (15:28) to tee up tonight’s Thursday night-er between Minnesota and Philadelphia, Kirk Cousins still proving himself in primetime, if the team’s undermanned O-line can slow down Philly’s juggernaut defensive front and how Jordan Addison compliments the one-man-attack of Justin Jefferson. Brendan Deeg of the Score and Double Doink Podcast gives an Eagles POV of the game, what the backfield split might look like with Kenneth Gainwell out, the team’s linebacker deficiency and who will win the Darius Slay vs. Jefferson matchup (32:30).

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Post-Rodgers AFC East Landscape with Adam Rank + Mailbag!

Wednesday, September 13, 2023 • Duration 49:38

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start with the NFLPA’s recent push for the NFL to switch from turf to grass, and why it took Aaron Rodgers’ injury for it to happen. Then, Austin Ekeler calls out coaching for the Chargers’ fourth-quarter inconsistencies, nudging head coach Brandon Staley further onto the hot seat. Afterward, the Checkdown Mailbag (18:40)! Finally, NFL Network insider Adam Rank stops by for his weekly appearance (27:17) to share his thoughts on the AFC East landscape without Aaron Rodgers, Drake London and Kyle Pitts’ usage in Atlanta’s offence and how the Lions take the next steps on offence.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Jets Shock Bills, Lose Rodgers for Season

Tuesday, September 12, 2023 • Duration 49:34

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start with last night’s dramatic Monday night game where the Jets once again handled the Bills, Aaron Rodgers’ injury, Josh Allen playing hero ball and who - aside from Allen - is most at fault for the Bills’ Week 1 loss. Then, a deeper dive into Rodgers’ torn Achilles, whether this is the end of his career and who the Jets could bring in to replace him this season. Later, could Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh be eyeing a spot with the LA Chargers? Finally, rounding up some injuries around the league, why now might be the time for a switch from turf to grass and the best performances from Week 1!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Cowboys Pummel Giants + Week 1 'Proper' Reactions

Monday, September 11, 2023 • Duration 50:05

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start with their reactions to some of Week 1's Sunday action, including Joe Burrow and the Bengals coming out flat against a confident Browns defence, a track meet between the Chargers and Dolphins, the Giants getting embarrassed by the Cowboys in primetime and more. Then, Proper Reaction Monday (35:47)! Finally, teeing up tonight's Monday night game between the Bills and Jets.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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Lions Spoil Chiefs' Banner Night

Friday, September 8, 2023 • Duration 49:56

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start with the Lions' win over the Chiefs yesterday to open the NFL season, a game to forget for Kadarius Toney and Skyy Moore, the impact of Travis Kelce's absence, the Chiefs' ineffective running game and some confusing coaching decisions from Andy Reid. Then, a Lions' POV of the game, Aidan Hutchinson's dominant outing, Jahmyr Gibbs' low usage and Jared Goff's reliability. Afterwards, the Bengals break the bank with a Joe Burrow extension for 5 years worth $275 million, and Donnovan explains why he was shocked by the move. Finally, a look at some of the most interesting matchups in Week 1 (37:31)!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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