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Cody and Felix break down the College Football Playoff bracket, analyzing the Alabama vs. Oklahoma matchup and Indiana’s defensive performance.
Then, they dive into the NFL to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs’ offensive struggles, why the dynasty might be in trouble, and diagnose Jalen Hurts’ issues at quarterback with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Plus, reaction to the latest coaching carousel moves, including Colin Klein to K-State.
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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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