Breaking down the Cardinals' unbelievable loss, the schematic genius of Kyle Shanahan and Shane Steichen, and Penn State's stunning choke.

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In this episode:

*A Historic Collapse: Learn about the Arizona Cardinals’ “wildest loss” to the Tennessee Titans, which featured a player fumbling before the goal line and a dropped interception that became a Titans touchdown.

*Elite Offensive Coaching: Understand the impact of top offensive coaches, focusing on how Kyle Shanahan’s system is reviving Mac Jones and how Shane Steichen has transformed the Indianapolis Colts into a legitimate contender.

*Counterintuitive Defense: Discover the Minnesota Vikings’ unique defensive strategy, where they are willingly less effective against the run in order to create a more sustainable and potent pass defense.

*Coaching “Brain Drain”: Hear an analysis of the Baltimore Ravens’ struggles, which the hosts attribute to a “brain drain” from losing numerous key defensive coaches in recent years, potentially leading to a “lost season”.

*Major College Upsets: Get a summary of key college football upsets, highlighted by Penn State’s choke against UCLA and the offensive struggles of a Texas team that lacks a running game.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro: The Wildest Loss Ever? Cardinals vs Titans

02:26 Is Mac Jones Back? Kyle Shanahan’s Coaching Masterclass

06:24 Vikings Beat the Browns in London

08:01 Deep Dive: The Vikings’ New Defensive Philosophy

10:32 Are the Colts Legit? Shane Steichen & Lou Anarumo’s Impact

16:25 Dak’s Dominance & The Cowboys’ New Offensive Scheme

20:21 A “Lost Season” for Baltimore? Ravens’ Injuries & Coaching Drain

28:10 A Shootout in Seattle: Buccaneers vs Seahawks

29:57 Commanders Dominate a Struggling Chargers Team

32:29 A Defensive Battle: Broncos Upset the Eagles

34:24 Patriots Stun Bills & Mike Vrabel’s Culture Change

38:39 College Football Recap 38:57 Texas & Arch Manning Stumble

40:02 Penn State’s Stunning Choke vs UCLA

42:25 Outro

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From college upsets to pro comebacks, the crew discusses Lamar Jackson's struggles, the Eagles' gritty win, and why you should always have 11 players on the field.

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In this episode:

* Break down the Oregon vs. Penn State game, highlighting the theme of “Penn State going Penn State” and analyzing the game-ending interception against Oregon’s four-down, three-high defensive front.

* Discuss Lamar Jackson’s struggles in big games, noting two delay-of-game penalties after an interception, and how the Kansas City Chiefs’ offense looked “back” with the return of Xavier Worthy.

* Dive into the Eagles’ win over the Buccaneers, a game they won despite not completing a single pass in the second half, by playing “bully ball” with their physically dominant offensive line.

* Highlight the most glaring coaching error of the week is examined, focusing on the Indianapolis Colts having only 10 players on the field during the Rams’ game-winning touchdown.

* Examine the surprising 3-1 Jacksonville Jaguars, who are praised for their improved defense and potent running game, which has put them in control of the AFC South.

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Timestamps:

00:06 Intro: Oregon Upsets Penn State

01:48 X’s & O’s: Breaking Down the Game-Winning Interception

03:24 College Football Roundup: Bama Beats Georgia, A&M Tops Auburn

05:23 Are Vandy & Georgia Tech For Real?

07:27 TNF Recap: Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Rollercoaster Game

10:25 Steelers Grind Out a Win Over the Rams in Ireland

13:58 Eagles Play “Bully Ball,” Win Without a 2nd Half Pass Completion

17:01 How Vic Fangio’s Defense Shut Down the Bucs’ Passing Attack

20:55 The Colts’ Glaring Error: Losing With Only 10 Men on the Field

24:33 Chiefs vs. Ravens: Lamar’s Big Game Struggles Continue

28:28 The Chiefs’ Offense is BACK With Xavier Worthy

31:22 NFL Roundup: Caleb Williams Comes Back to Earth

34:22 Why the Jacksonville Jaguars are Quietly Taking Over the AFC South

37:12 NFC South Chaos & Final Thoughts

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A deep dive into why Dallas's defense is struggling, how Caleb Williams compares more to Aaron Rodgers than Patrick Mahomes, and which college sleeper teams like Texas Tech could be dangerous.

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In this episode:

* Break down the strategic implications of the Eagles' "Tush Push," which effectively gives their offense an extra down and changes how defenses must game plan.

* Analyze the major shifts in college football, focusing on Clemson's struggles as a program and the rise of Oklahoma, whose defense now looks elite.

* Discuss the Bears' dominant win over the Cowboys and make the case that quarterback Caleb Williams is more comparable to Aaron Rodgers than Patrick Mahomes.

* Highlight the importance of special teams, pointing to the increase in blocked kicks and game-changing plays across the league.

* Examine teams in trouble, such as the Houston Texans, who have started the season 0-3 and face a difficult remaining schedule.

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Timestamps:

00:08 - Eagles vs Rams: Jordan Davis's 61-Yard Fumble Return TD

02:06 - College Football Recap Begins

02:13 - Clemson's Struggles and "Dumpster Fire" Season

03:51 - Oklahoma's Defense Looks Elite Under Venables

05:11 - Sleeper Teams: Why Miami is Built for the NIL Era

06:43 - Texas Tech Might Finally Have a Defense

08:54 - Analyzing the Eagles' Unstoppable "Tush Push"

13:42 - The Rise of Blocked Kicks & The Importance of Special Teams

17:42 - How the Indianapolis Colts Offense is Thriving

20:49 - NFC South: Carolina's Defense Shuts Down the Falcons

23:08 - Bears Dominate Cowboys: Caleb Williams-Aaron Rodgers Comparison

25:40 - A Deep Dive into the Dallas Cowboys' Defensive Issues

28:14 - Teams in Trouble: Arizona Cardinals

31:06 - Houston Texans' Offensive Line is a Major Problem

33:27 - Week 3 Wrap Up & Outro

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