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  NFL Week 1 Overreactions! Winners and Losers: Josh Allen and Caleb Williams thrill; Justin Herbert flops 14.09.2026 42min

  Manish Mehta and Eric “Burg” Burgess delve into a crazy Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. The guys discuss the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen’s wild comeback win against the Houston Texans, the Los Angeles Chargers’ surprising loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Chicago Bears’ offensive explosion with Caleb WIlliams, Derrick Henry and Lamar Jackson’s standout performances for the Baltimore Ravens and much more!
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  NFL Week 1 Preview: Power Rankings, Best Bets, Fantasy Sleeper Starts and more 08.09.2026 56min

  Eric Burgess and Manish Mehta delve into the biggest stories entering Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. The guys open with a discussion of New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez’s monster contract extension before the Pats take on the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl rematch. Then, they talk about why it’s stop talking about Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini. The next topic centers on how the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams took different travel approaches to their game in Australia. The guys move on to discuss their first Power Rankings before giving out their best bets for Week 1. Will they deliver on their Locks of the Week? Finally, Burg and Manish dole out some fantasy football advice. Which players will be Sleepers for Week 1?
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  Will Josh Jacobs play in 2026 and going inside the mind of fake 49ers player Daejon Love + more! 01.09.2026 42min

  Manish Mehta and Eric Burgess delve into a wild NFL weekend, including a closer look at the three players put on the NFL Commissioner’s Exempt list. What’s next for Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terrion Arnold, Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathan Cooper? The guys take a closer look at whether Jacobs will be suspended or play again in 2026? Do the Packers have enough running back depth with MarShawn Lloyd, Chris Brooks and recently acquired Kaleb Johnson (from the Pittsburgh Steelers)? The guys move on to discuss the headliners on NFL Cutdown Day highlighted by former Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis. The conversation moves to the four teams that decided to keep four quarterbacks on their 53-man rosters: Atlanta Falcons, Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers. Does Eagles G.M. Howie Roseman really believe in Jalen Hurts? Burg and Manish wrap up talking about the wildest story of the NFL offseason: Fraudster Daejon Love, who pretended to be a San Francisco 49ers player to defraud 26 women out of $1.3 million. Love’s seemingly endless videos have surfaced in recent days. And the guys are amazed by his level of detail to run his scam.
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  Did Cleveland Browns screw up naming Deshaun Watson QB1 over Shedeur Sanders? Will Jed York be punished after being arrested in prostitution sting + more NFL news! 25.08.2026 35min

  Manish Mehta and Eric Burgess delve into Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken’s decision to name to Deshaun Watson the Week 1 starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders. Did the Browns make the right call or screw up after Watson’s harsh words about the Browns fans in their recent preseason game. Will the Browns fans boo Watson in the regular season? How long before Sanders replaces Watson? The guys delve into the other big news of the day: San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested in Ohio after getting busted in prostitution ring. York is subject to the NFL Personal Conduct Policy, but will he receive a serious punishment or just get a slap on the wrist? Manish and Burg wrap up the episode talking about the Patriots trading Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans, Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty’s injury scare (ankle) and Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers zeroing in on being ready for Week 1.
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  NFL Preseason Week 2 Preview: Why quarterbacks Cam Ward, Tua Tagovailoa, Shedeur Sanders & Bryce Young have a lot to prove 19.08.2026 53min

  Manish Mehta and Eric Burgess delve into the hot NFL storylines heading into Week 2 of the preseason, including the quarterbacks with the most to prove. Cam Ward, Tua Tagovailoa, Bryce Young and Shedeur Sanders have a lot on the line in Week 2 of the NFL preseason. How will Fernando Mendoza do? The guys also discuss the hyped joint practices between the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots when AJ Brown squares off against this former team. Then, they discuss Roger Goodell’s claim that there will be teams based in countries outside of the United States with the Super Bowl played in a foreign country. Finally, the guys discuss why Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur made his first big mistake.
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  What does Stefon Diggs deal with Commanders mean for Brandon Aiyuk’s future? Plus, Aaron Rodgers and Jahmyr Gibbs news! 06.08.2026 47min

  Manish Mehta and Eric Burgess delve into the hot NFL storylines at training camp, highlighted by the breaking news that former Patriots wide receiver Steph Diggs will sign with the Washington Commanders. Are Jayden Daniels & Co. poised for a bounce-back season? What does the Diggs signing mean for Brandon Aiyuk, who had been publicly saying for months that he was headed to the Commanders? The guys then talk about Aaron Rodgers, who is saying anything and everything to kick off his farewell tour with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers unloaded on the ESPN for their handling of the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini scandal. Will a Rodgers reunion with Mike McCarthy have a happy ending or is it destined to implode? Burg and Manish also debate the Tampa Bay Buccaneers contract standoff with Baker Mayfield and Vita Vea, the impact on the wide receiver market after the Ravens gave Zay Flowers a blockbuster new contract, the recent news surrounding Bijan Robinson and the Atlanta Falcons, Aaron Donald’s possible return out of retirement, the Hall of Fame game, the bogus Top 100 NFL Players list and much more!
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  NFL reporter Tyler Dunne on Josh Allen, Jalen Hurts, Drake Maye and Patriots expectations and more 24.07.2026 1t 8min

  NFL Reporter Tyler Dunne shares intel on the biggest 2026 NFL training camp storylines. The guys delve into the mounting pressure on Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, the distractions surrounding the New England Patriots in the wake of the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini scandal, the next step for emerging star Drake Maye, realistic expectations for the Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions, Jalen Hurts’ prove-it year with the Eagles, Aaron Rodgers’ last ride and much more!
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  5 Teams who SHOULD bid for Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby in 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft 16.06.2026 39min

  Burg and Manish delve into the fallout of the drama surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Which teams should put in a bid to land the star signal caller in the 2026 NFL Supplemental Draft? Did Sorsby make the right decision to withdraw his lawsuit against the NCAA? Is he better than other young college quarterbacks like Arch Manning and Donte Moore? Is it a no-brainer for quarterback-needy teams like the New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns to make a play for Sorsby? There are two sneaky, under-the-radar teams that made the playoffs last season who could take a chance on Sorsby.
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  Patrick Mahomes signs $500 million contract extension, Josh Allen makes bold prediction, AJ Brown trolls Eagles, Brendan Sorsby drama and more! 11.06.2026 38min

  Burg and Manish delve into star Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ historic new contract that will pay him more than $500 million. Mahomes becomes the first half-billion-dollar man in NFL history. How did this new deal come together? Why does it make sense for Mahomes and Andy Reid? Will the Chiefs be able to build around Mahomes to return to the Super Bowl? The guys move on to discuss the drama surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby and the NCAA. Will the player who admitted to betting and gambling on games be able to thrive or will a Big 12 boycott change everything? How will this impact quarterback-needy NFL teams like the New York Jets and Arizona Cardinals, who would have considered taking Sorsby in the NFL Supplemental Draft? The next topic centers on New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen’s claim that star wide receiver Malik Nabers will return by Week 1 of the regular season after undergoing ACL surgery. The guys move on to delve into Josh Allen’s recent claim that the Bills winning a Super Bowl would be the last great football story ever told. The Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions fans might disagree with Allen and Bills Mafia. How about A.J. Brown trolling the Philadelphia Eagles and their fans with a confident (and cocky) message at the team facility on his way out the door? The guys close by discussing the ongoing investigation by The Athletic into former NFL insider Dianna Russini. Is Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel in the clear? Or will a bombshell derail him?
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  BLOCKBUSTER NFL TRADES! Who won the Myles Garrett and A.J. Brown deals? Are the Rams and Patriots primed for 2026 Super Bowl runs? What’s next for the Eagles and Browns? 02.06.2026 39min

  The guys delve into two NFL blockbuster trades. The Philadelphia Eagles trade Pro Bowl wide receiver AJ Brown to the New England Patriots and Mike Vrabel. The Cleveland Browns trade superstar pass rusher Myles Garrett to Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams. Who won? Who lost? Why did the trades even happen? The guys also talk about the Giants also signed Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster.
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  Three NFL teams that will bounce back in 2026, Josh Jacobs fallout, Myles Garrett trade market, latest on AJ Brown, Giants locker room dysfunction and more! 28.05.2026 49min

  Burg and Manish are back talking NFL Headlines and 3 Bounce back NFL teams for 2026
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  Predicting EVERY NFL team’s record after 2026 NFL Schedule Release: Bold takes, Surprises, Studs, Duds 22.05.2026 1t 11min

  Burg and Manish break down the 2026 NFL schedule release! Bold takes, surprises, and more!
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  NFL Insider Ian Rapoport on Aaron Rodgers saga, Mike Vrabel & Dianna Russini scandal, AJ Brown trade details and other breaking news 14.05.2026 40min

  Burg and Manish are joined NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport!
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  Patriots reporter Karen Guregian on fallout of Mike Vrabel & Dianna Russini scandal, AJ Brown trade impact and other news from wild New England offseason 04.05.2026 53min

  Burg and Manish are joined by MassLive's Karen Guregian!
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  Albert Breer of Sports Ilustrated shares behind-the-scenes 2026 NFL Draft intel, A.J. Brown news, Mike Vrabel update and more! 27.04.2026 1t 13min

  Sports Illustrated senior reporter Albert Breer joins the pod to talk all things NFL
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  2026 NFL DRAFT ROUND 1 GRADES & ANALYSIS: Winners, Losers, Steals and Value Picks 24.04.2026 1t 3min

  Burg and Manish breakdown round 1 of the NFL Draft, the Vrabel/Russini saga, draft grades, more!
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  Gary Vee on his plan to own the New York Jets, Secrets to growing VaynerSports, No-Fear leadership and Life advice 21.04.2026 21min

  Manish is joined by New York Jets superfan Gary Vaynerchuck aka Gary Vee!
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  2026 NFL Mock Draft: Five Trades! Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles make shocking deals 19.04.2026 40min

  Burg and Manish do their FINAL mock draft for the 2026 NFL DRAFT!
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  2026 NFL Draft: Ranking the TOP 10 Running Back Prospects with player comps and team targets, plus recent NFL headlines 17.04.2026 27min

  Burg and Manish discuss the scandal between Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel, and the dive into the top NFL prospects at the running back position.
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  Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini controversy, Troy Aikman & Tom Brady NFL loophole and Jalen Hurts bashing 08.04.2026 43min

  Burg and Manish tackle recent NFL headlines starting with the controversy surrounding New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and NFL Insider Dianna Russini of The Athletic.