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  • Episode 438: Playoff Baseball and a D2 Sensation
    Sep 26 2025

    [00:30–03:40] Phillies’ Big Win, Sosa’s Night & World Series Odds

    Chris and Matt open with the Phillies’ record-setting eight-homer game. They praise Edmundo Sosa’s unexpected power surge and discuss his utility role. The duo also note the team’s rise to NL favorites on the oddsmakers board, tied with the Dodgers.


    [03:41–06:14] Bruntlett Nostalgia, Union Hopes & Sixers Jerseys

    Matt reminisces about Eric Bruntlett’s unassisted triple play. They chat briefly about the Union’s form and debate the Sixers’ black jerseys, with Chris preferring the Boathouse Row set.


    [06:15–10:26] QR Code Fundraisers & $77 Cookies

    Chris tells a story about kids selling fundraiser goods via QR code, leading to a $77 donation for snacks he can’t eat. They joke about how high-tech and aggressive fundraising has become.


    [10:27–12:32] North Penn Art & T-Shirt Quality Rant

    Chris shares news that North Penn Art is expanding into custom t-shirts. Both complain about cheap shirts from merch stores and brands like Fanatics and Barstool using low-quality materials.


    [12:33–14:40] Salvation Army Swag & California Move

    Matt shares his upcoming move to Simi Valley. Chris jokes about his donation pile including random local youth league shirts now available at the Concord, NC Salvation Army.


    [14:41–18:25] TV Talk: Traitors UK, Black Rabbit & Slow Horses

    They recommend Traitors UK and Black Rabbit, starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman. Chris teases Slow Horses season 5, while Matt mentions Task, a new Delco-based HBO show.


    [18:26–20:22] Ruffalo at Eagles Game & Penguin Emmy Win

    They discuss Mark Ruffalo repping the Eagles and Kristen Milioti’s Emmy win for The Penguin. Chris calls the series good but not rewatchable.


    [20:23–24:12] Phillies Chemistry, Schwarber’s Chase & Castellanos Concerns

    They praise the Phillies’ chemistry, rave about Bader, and doubt Nick Castellanos' future in Philly. Chris hopes Turner returns to form, and they debate whether Schwarber can break Ryan Howard’s home run record.


    [24:13–26:46] MVP Odds, Scary Injury & Golf Parallels

    Chris explains MVP odds: Shohei leads the NL, Judge trails Cal Raleigh in the AL. They react to a pitcher beaning a batter in the face and relate it to anxiety golfers feel about hitting people on crowded courses.


    [26:47–31:12] Eagles vs Buccaneers: Injuries & Playcalling Issues

    The Eagles’ injuries mount: Nolan Smith heads to IR, multiple defenders miss practice. They dissect the lack of offensive consistency and question whether Jalen Hurts is freelancing during slumps.


    [31:13–35:05] Defensive Misses & QB Talk: Wentz, Simmons, Chambliss

    They lament ex-Eagles now thriving elsewhere. Matt shifts to Ole Miss vs LSU, where Trinidad Chambliss will start again. Chambliss’ eligibility and potential to unseat Austin Simmons are debated.


    [35:06–END] Wentz’s Comeback Case & Weekend Preview

    Carson Wentz’s breakout game in Minnesota sparks talk of a QB controversy. Chris floats his name as a dark horse for Comeback Player of the Year. They wrap with Ole Miss hopes and a packed football weekend ahead.

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    36 min
  • Episode 437: Football Giveth and Football Taketh Away
    Sep 11 2025

    Opening (00:00:33 – 00:01:56)

    Chris and Matt catch up on their day, joke about pre-show banter, and talk about the cooler September weather.


    Baseball & NFL Setup (00:01:56 – 00:02:24)

    Brief Phillies injury update (Zach Wheeler, Trae Turner) and hope for Turner’s playoff return. Chris notes having the oddsmakers open to review NFL Week 2 lines.


    Sneaker Talk (00:02:24 – 00:09:52)

    They discuss the state of sneaker drops, South Park Crocs, Spider-Man and horror-themed Crocs, and a pair of ultra-comfortable 3D-printed slides Chris received. Conversation covers upcoming Travis Scott and Kobe releases, hoodie prices, and plans to fit into new clothes by October.


    Ole Miss & SEC Football (00:10:15 – 00:14:04)

    Matt vents about Kentucky’s late field goal and Florida’s upset loss costing him bets. They discuss QB Austin Simmons’ injury scare, Ole Miss’ upcoming matchup with Arkansas, and Mississippi being favored by seven.


    Eagles vs Cowboys Reactions (00:14:17 – 00:17:15)

    Chris and Matt analyze the Eagles’ strong offense but secondary concerns, Vic Fangio’s comments on Adoree Jackson, and hopes for a future trade to upgrade CB. They praise Howie Roseman’s acquisition of Tank Bigsby and discuss injuries to Will Shipley.


    Jalen Carter & Discipline Issues (00:17:51 – 00:20:31)

    They recap Carter’s spitting incident, speculate about league discipline, and lament losing Ben VanSumeren for the season. Chris worries about A.J. Brown’s lack of targets.


    Chiefs vs Eagles & NFL Talk (00:22:02 – 00:26:09)

    Conversation on the upcoming Eagles-Chiefs game, Kansas City’s injuries (Reid, Rice, Worthy), Tyreek Hill’s legal troubles, and hot takes on Chiefs’ early-season struggles.


    College & NFL Lines (00:27:22 – 00:31:43)

    They note the Saints’ long Super Bowl odds, critique New Orleans’ gold uniforms, and chat about upcoming Ole Miss-Arkansas and Eagles games.


    Sunday & Monday Night Football (00:36:02 – 00:41:42)

    Recap of the Bills-Ravens thriller vs. letdown Monday night game, Caleb Williams’ cautious passing, Chris’ near-miss parlay bet, and JJ McCarthy’s TD salvaging a small win.


    Steelers, Trades & League Moves (00:37:35 – 00:39:44)

    Discussion on missing out on Jalen Ramsey, Jabrill Peppers signing, and Peppers’ journeyman career.


    Pop Culture & TV (00:38:44 – 00:34:52)

    Matt shares a Lee Corso fun fact (Ticonderoga pencils), they joke about soybeans, and Chris praises The Traitors UK, recommending Matt give it a shot.


    Closing Thoughts (00:42:33 – 00:44:22)

    They look forward to Ole Miss and Eagles games, express hope for two wins, and note the Eagles’ support for Jalen Carter’s future extension.

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    45 min
  • Episode 436: Ole Miss and the NFL Returns
    Sep 2 2025
    On this week's episode of The Underdog, hosts Chris Horwedel and Matt Crone open the show by talking about the UK version of The Traitors, before breaking down the Top 10 of the NFL Network's Top 100 Players of 2025 list -- with a fun name at the top. The guys then talk for a bit about Ole Miss' game this past weekend, as well as Micah Parsons in Green Bay and what the stats show his value was to the Dallas Cowboys. They end the show by looking at Week 1 in the NFL and quickly hit on the Irish Open.

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    49 min
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