Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Ben Fawkes are breaking down all the biggest matchups of the week! From the NFC North showdown between the Vikings and Lions to the Falcons-Patriots clash, the crew analyzes it all. The guys dig into the Chiefs-Bills heavyweight battle, the Colts-Steelers fight for playoff position, and the Bears-Bengals matchup. Whether you’re tracking betting angles, playoff races, or trade targets, this episode has you covered with expert insight and plenty of debate on the week’s must-watch NFL action!

(7:12) - Vikings @ Lions

(15:59) - Falcons @ Patriots

(24:49) - Chiefs @ Bills

(35:11) - Colts @ Steelers

(46:46) - Bears @ Bengals

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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 9 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more before discussing their favorite picks from their latest 2026 NFL mock draft. The duo kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week: the Denver Broncos taking on the Houston Texans in a Hoss-Fight-worthy trench battle, the Indianapolis Colts looking to keep the offense churning against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Buffalo Bills in an AFC juggernaut matchup.

Later, Nate & Charles give key matchups to watch as J.J. McCarthy returns to the field for the Minnesota Vikings against the Detroit Lions and the Seattle Seahawks face the Washington Commanders on Sunday night. The two hosts also give their Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend, as Charles backs the Carolina Panthers and Nate expects a big day from the Seahawks running backs.

Nate & Charles wrap up with thoughts on their latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft, as they each give their favorite player-team fits for what's shaping up to be an interesting 2026 rookie class.

(3:20) - Broncos @ Texans preview

(21:05) - Colts @ Steelers preview

(37:30) - Chiefs @ Bills preview

(52:45) - Cheat sheet: key matchups for Lions-Vikings & Seahawks-Commanders

(1:08:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions for Week 9

(1:11:50) - 2026 NFL mock draft breakdown

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Lamar Jackson returns to the field but can he help the struggling Baltimore Ravens? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Charles Robinson discuss that as well as Aidan Hutchinson earning a massive payday to stay with the Detroit Lions. Andrew later sits down with Steve Wyche, Chief National Reporter from the NFL Network to discuss the latest news and notes around the league Finishing up the show, the crew breaks down trends that could affect the upcoming trade deadline!

(7:50) - Lions extend EDGE Aidan Hutchinson

(16:40) - Are the Ravens ready to make a run?

(23:50) - Steve Wyche joins the show!

(41:20) - Expectations for the NFL trade deadline

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