Analyzing Indiana’s defensive disguise, Jalen Hurts’ issues against the blitz, and diagnosing the Chiefs' offensive collapse.

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In this episode:

- CFP Bracket Reaction: We break down the playoff seeding, the “drunk” ACC, and preview key first-round matchups like Alabama vs. Oklahoma.

- Indiana’s Defensive Scheme: A deep dive into how Indiana’s defense utilized unique coverages to limit Ohio State and Jeremiah Smith.

- Coaching Carousel: Thoughts on the final spins of the coaching carousel, including Colin Klein returning to his alma mater, Kansas State.

- Chiefs in Crisis: Analyzing Kansas City’s offensive struggles, defensive regression without an effective pass rush, and whether the dynasty is truly fading.

- Eagles & Hurts Issues: Diagnosing Jalen Hurts’ poor performance against the Chargers and his struggles throwing into the middle of the field.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: College Football Playoff Reaction

06:30 - The “Drunk” ACC & Duke’s Championship Win

08:40 - Coaching Carousel: Colin Klein Returns to K-State

11:48 - CFP Bracket Reveal: G5 Teams & The “Paper Tiger” NCAA

16:20 - CFP First Round Previews: Alabama vs. Oklahoma & Texas A&M

20:00 - Heisman Talk & NFL Draft QB Implications

23:20 - Scheme Deep Dive: How Indiana’s Defense Stifled Ohio State

25:44 - NFL: Colts vs. Jaguars & The Anthony Richardson Injury Fallout

32:55 - Are the Chiefs in Trouble? (Offensive Struggles & Veach’s Moves)

41:25 - Shedeur Sanders, The Browns, and Titans

44:45 - Broncos vs. Raiders: PS2’s Dominance & “Boring” Wins

49:00 - Commanders Regression: Kliff Kingsbury & Defensive Issues

52:00 - NFC South: Saints, Bucs & The “Dirty Birds”

55:00 - Ravens vs. Steelers: Lamar’s Struggles & Tomlin’s Defense

57:50 - Bengals vs. Bills: Snow Game & Josh Allen’s Offense

01:00:30 - Dolphins Defense & Tua’s First Cold Weather Win

01:02:08 - Seahawks vs. Falcons: Nickel Play & Pass Rush

01:05:37 - Bears vs. Packers: Caleb Williams vs. Jordan Love

01:08:30 - Rams vs. Cardinals: Kyler Murray & Gannon’s Defense

01:10:00 - MNF Deep Dive: Jalen Hurts’ Issues vs. The Blitz

01:13:35 - TNF Preview: Falcons vs. Bucs & Outro

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Breakdowns of the CFB coaching carousel, why Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson struggle vs. the blitz, and the Packers' defensive evolution.

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In this episode:

Lane Kiffin to LSU: We break down the major coaching moves, including Kiffin taking the LSU job and John Sumrall heading to Florida.

Cowboys Upset the Chiefs: An analysis of how the Cowboys’ defense stifled Patrick Mahomes and why the Chiefs continue to struggle in the “middle eight”.

The Lions’ Collapse: A look at Dan Campbell’s questionable playcalling, the Packers completing the sweep, and why Detroit is in danger of missing the playoffs.

QBs vs. The Blitz: We discuss why mobile quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson are seeing the highest blitz rates in the league and struggling to counter them.

Texas & The SEC: A recap of the Texas defense stepping up against A&M and the reality check facing the Longhorns in their new conference.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro: NFL Coaches & Playbooks

04:16 Texas Defense shuts down A&M

07:51 Coaching Carousel: Lane Kiffin to LSU & John Sumrall to Florida

12:54 Pete Golding & The Future of Ole Miss Defense

16:05 Chiefs vs. Cowboys Recap: Why KC lost the “Middle 8”

18:49 How Eberflus Fixed the Cowboys Defense

27:37 Packers Sweep the Lions & Dan Campbell’s Playcalling Issues

32:06 Bears Upset Eagles & Caleb Williams’ Game Management

34:22 Why Jalen Hurts & Lamar Jackson Struggle vs. The Blitz

40:32 Bengals Defense Forces 5 Turnovers vs. Ravens

42:03 The AFC South Race: Texans, Colts & Jags

46:07 Quick Hit: Falcons vs. Jets 46:59 Rams vs. Panthers & Bryce Young

49:47 Browns vs. 49ers

52:14 Cardinals vs. Bucs

54:31 Seahawks Dominate Vikings & Kevin O’Connell’s Struggles

55:50 Bills vs. Steelers & Josh Allen

57:52 Broncos Win Again vs. Commanders

01:03:00 TNF Preview: Cowboys vs. Lions

01:06:37 Outro

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Cody and Felix analyze the Rams' "lie" defense and the Texans' physicality. Plus, previews for Ohio State vs. Michigan, Chiefs-Cowboys, and the full NFL Thanksgiving slate.

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In this episode:

- Texas & Oregon’s Ascent: We discuss how Texas is peaking at the right time with Arch Manning and analyze Oregon’s evolution into a “new blue blood” under Dan Lanning.- "The Game" Preview: We break down the Ohio State vs. Michigan matchup, highlighting the Buckeyes’ dominance and Michigan’s schematic regression under Wink Martindale.- Defensive Philosophies: We contrast the Houston Texans’ physical, “punch you in the face” style with the Los Angeles Rams’ deceptive, “everything is a lie” coverage disguises.- Rookie QB Realities: We examine the developmental paths of young quarterbacks, comparing Caleb Williams’ need for structured creativity against JJ McCarthy’s statistical struggles.- Thanksgiving Slate & Eagles Panic: We preview the holiday weekend games, predict a Chiefs win over Dallas, and discuss why the Philadelphia Eagles might be on the verge of a collapse.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro & Thanksgiving Break Chaos 01:10 Texas Dominance & Arch Manning’s Ascent 04:38 Oklahoma’s Defensive Identity vs. Mizzou 10:20 Can Lincoln Riley Fix USC? 12:26 Dan Lanning & Oregon as a “New Blue Blood” 17:00 The Game: Ohio State vs. Michigan Preview 19:33 The Wild ACC Playoff Picture 23:29 Texans Defense: “Punch You in the Face” Style 26:02 JJ McCarthy’s Struggles & Vikings Issues 30:09 Jameis Winston & The Value of Backup QBs 35:32 Chiefs Find a Way (Again) & Latu’s Interceptions 39:41 The Patriots’ Historic Defensive Run 44:21 Is JSN the Best Receiver in the NFL? 45:16 Caleb Williams: Genius vs. Structure 51:26 Saints, Taysom Hill, & 13 Personnel Obsession 54:08 Don’t Sleep on the Cardinals Defense 56:37 Rams vs. Bucs: “Everything is a Lie” Scheme 59:31 Ravens vs. Jets: A Win is a Win 1:01:44 Cowboys Stun the Eagles: Comeback Analysis 1:07:42 Thanksgiving Preview: Packers vs. Lions 1:08:52 Preview: Bengals vs. Ravens 1:10:09 Thanksgiving Preview: Chiefs vs. Cowboys

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