NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start off with another thrilling victory from the Bears to clinch a playoffs spot.  Has Caleb Williams answered all the questions about him this season? The Jaguars get past the Broncos, are they a contender? Matt explains how he's been practicing calling games in preparation for the New Orleans Bowl.  Matt recaps the wild ending to Steelers-Lions and another winning season for Mike Tomlin. The Ravens put up a fight against the Patriots.  What is the future of Lamar Jackson? The Eagles clinch the NFC East with a testy win over the Commanders. The Saints notched a 3rd straight win behind Tyler Shough.  The Bills held off the Browns. More on Matt getting ready for the New Orleans Bowl with facts about both teams. The Titans post a victory over the Chiefs, who suffer another QB injury.  The Chargers come back against the Cowboys.  Matt wonders what changes the Dolphins will make in the offseason. Another loss for the Bucs has them under .500 after a 5-1 start.  We preview Philip Rivers leading the Colts against the 49ers on MNF and wrap up with TD and Survivor picks for NFL Week 17. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin add Drew to the list of NFL injuries from this week. What is the future of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs?  Matt is now a believer in Bo Nix as a top QB that's capable of winning of Super Bowl.  The Steelers top the Dolphins, but the real story is Tua's future in Miami.   Joe Burrow will start the remaining 3 games despite the Bengals being eliminated from the playoffs. Saturday NFL games begin this week with Eagles/Commanders and Packers/Bears.   Matt explains what this game means for Chicago. The Broncos are on the verge of clinching their division and possibly the AFC, we review the scenarios.  Which team is most likely to get the top pick in the NFL Draft? Matt wonders which team having a bad season will have a big upset late in the season.  Philip Rivers gets another start as the Colts host the 49ers.  The Rams visit the Seahawks on Thursday.  Matt picks his three best games in NFL Week 16 and we make Survivor and TD Parlay picks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive into Week 15 with the Bills comeback victory over the Patriots. What does the AFC and NFC Playoff picture look like now? The Chiefs are eliminated from the postseason, but what is the future of the franchise with the injury of Patrick Mahomes? Philip Rivers kept the Colts close against the Seahawks.  The Ravens get past the Bengals in the cold.  Trevor Lawrence has a career day against the Jets, should Liam Coen be the front runner for Coach of the Year? The Texans stay the course against the Cardinals. The Eagles shut out the Raiders. Matt may be ready to jump on the Bo Nix bandwagon.  Micah Parsons injury could change the Packers season.  The Bears and Caleb Williams have another impressive outing but have a tough remaining schedule.  Will the Browns be looking for a QB again in the offseason? The Saints get past the Panthers. Drew tries to explain what's happening with the Bucs.  The Rams had a few injury scares against the Lions.  What is the most likely Super Bowl matchup? We wrap up with Matt's preparations for calling the New Orleans Bowl, which will be his first football assignment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin explore a baby being on the way for Drew and his adventures of picking a name and pregnancy cravings.  Onto the NFL, the Chiefs dynasty run in the AFC West is over.  Matt is amazed at the prospect of Philip Rivers coming back to play for the Colts.    Who figured out Jordan Love plays well during a car promotion?  Matt relives his recent car buying experience.  After the Eagles fall to the Chargers, are you out on their season? What has happened to Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson? As the Patriots host the Bills, Matt is pulling for a Super Bowl win for Buffalo.  Are you ready for some flag football?  Shedeur Sanders will start the remaining games for the Browns and it starts against the Bears on Sunday.  Matt has been impressed by Caleb Williams.  How would you rank the 2nd year QBs? Drew would like to see Baker Mayfield get back on track. Matt gives his three favorite games in Week 15 along with Survivor pool and TD Parlay picks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drew Franklin and Billy are at the helm as Week 14 featured some matchups in the snow!  The Bills were out in the cold but seemt to be hitting their stride. Did we just see Aaron Rodgers best game with the Steelers?  The Titans put together a win over the Browns.    The Giants were on a bye this week, so watching Jameis Winston as a game analyst was entertaining. The Colts have lost 4 of 5 and Daniel Jones injures his achilles. The Vikings shut out the Commanders.  The Bucs have dropped 5 of 7 after losing to the Saints.  Bears-Packers lived up to expectations at Lambeau.   The Broncos have won 10 in a row, but are they as good as their record? The Lions likely ended the Cowboys playoff hopes.  Another win for the Seahawks and Rams, is Matt Stafford still your MVP?  A big win for the Texans over the Chiefs and a tough game for Travis Kelce.  Plus, a big Monday Night Football matchup coming up between the Chargers and Eagles! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are still buzzing over an amazing few days of Thanksgiving NFL and Week 13!  Which teams do Matt no longer consider a contender?  Drew is looking for a strong finish from the Bengals.  The Cowboys and Chiefs delivered a classic and leave you wondering about the future of both franchises. The Lions have lost 2 of 3 while the Packers are coming together.  The Bears win makes Matt think they have a chance this season.   What has happened to the Eagles and Saquon Barkley? The Rams took a surprising loss to the Panthers.  Matt likes showing the locker room speeches, but thinks shirts should be left on.  The Texans improved to 7-5 win a win over the Colts.  Shedeur Sanders loses his 2nd start for the Browns.  The Bucs ended a 3 game losing streak. The Vikings season continues to slide. Justin Herbert injures his non-throwing hand and Matt says he might be 'afraid' of Maxx Crosby. The Steelers fall to the Bills leaving plenty of questions about Pittsburgh.  Drew admits to watching a Hallmark movie about the Bills.  The Broncos win in overtime, could they be a Super Bowl contender? This could be the most wide-open playoffs we've ever seen.   Plus, we preview the MNF matchup with the Patriots hosting the Giants.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin discuss their traditions for Thanksgiving and football.  The Cowboys and Lions make this year's games fantastic.  The Panthers streak of winning the toss and winning the game comes to an end against the 49ers.   Joe Burrow returns for the Bengals, but Matt isn't sure if it's the right decision.  How have the new kickoff rules helped Titans WR Chimere Dike lead the league in all purpose yards?   Matt and Drew look at the early mock drafts and where the Titans will be picking.  Could WR George PIckens be one of the best trades ever after his performance in Dallas?  What should you expect in the 2nd start from Shedeur Sanders?  The Bucs got good news on Baker Mayfield's injury.  JJ McCarthy could be sidelined for the Vikings. The Giants continue to make changes after another 4th quarter loss.  Matt recaps the festivities around the John Madden Thanksgiving before revealing their picks for the three games of the day.  What is the timeline for your Thanksgiving?  Plus, we wrap up with the Survivor and TD Parlay picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin discuss NFL Week 12 as the week of comebacks!  The Colts had their chances, but this was the turning point of the season for the Chiefs.  The Bears keep winning in the wildest of ways.  TJ Watt passes JJ Watt's sack record and Matt wonders who are the best brother combo in the NFL and sports.  The Ravens notch a 5th straight win.  The Patriots hold off the Bengals. The Raiders have fired Chip Kelly as their OC. Matt explains why the Seahawks could be better than we think while Jaxon Smith-Njigba is making history.  The Packers win, but how much concern is there from the Vikings with JJ McCarthy? Matt was still impressed with Jameis Winston in a Giants loss.    It was an amazing win for the Cowboys while the Eagles offense struggles late. Shedeur Sanders wins his first start facing the Raiders. The Jaguars win in OT and are on track for the playoffs.  Are the Rams the best team in the NFL? Plus, we wrap up with Monday Night Football's matchup between the 49ers and Panthers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start their Week 12 preview with a newly found fandom for the Bills.  Matt notes the Eagles and Cowboys wins before moving to the news of the week.  Ja'Marr Chase will sit out a game after spitting on Jalen Ramsey.  How can Aaron Rodgers handle playing with a fractured wrist?  Shedeur Sanders will get the start on Sunday when the Browns visit the Raiders. Will it be a good or a bad outing? Kirk Cousins will start for the Falcons, who lost Michael Penix Jr. for the season.  Does the coin flip decide if the Panthers win or lose? Cam Skattebo goes to a WWE event and Matt wonders if was a good idea.   Josh Allen will obliterate the record for rushing TDs for a QB.  How long will Allen continue to run like he does? The Chiefs are currently out of the playoffs and Matt wonders if they'll make it to the postseason. Over in the NFC, can the Bears win the NFC North?  The Saints will expand the NFL's International footprint with a game in Paris.  Matt and Drew give their picks for Week 12 before giving their Survivor and TD parlays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin take NFL Cover Zero on the road for Bucs/Bills!  Matt talks about being amongst the fans and the experience in Buffalo.  What have been Matt's Top 5 football experiences?  Billy talks through the tailgating experience and the food available from the fans.  What were wings like IN Buffalo?   From the tailgating lot, Drew checks in with several fans from Bills mafia.  Onto the game, Josh Allen put on a showcase performance after a tough start.  Matt talks about his locker room experience after the game, including greeting the Bills QB.  Are the Bucs having problems closing out the games? After seeing the Chiefs lose, Matt is wondering if KC is going to make the playoffs.  The Dolphins have now won 3 of 4 games.  The Panthers pull out another win and Matt wonders about Carolina's future.   The Bears put together another comeback win after giving up a 4th quarter lead.  Should the Vikings have questions about JJ McCarthy? The Packers pull out a close win over the Giants. The Steelers win but the team has to be concerned about Aaron Rodgers.  At 3-7, what is the outlook for the Bengals? The most surprising outcome of the day had the Jaguars over the Chargers.  Sam Darnold struggles as the Seahawks fall to the Rams.   Should Matt Stafford be a runaway MVP winner at this point? A comeback win for the Ravens keeps them in the mix.  We wrap up parting gifts from the Bills stadium!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive into traveling to Buffalo this week for Bucs/Bills.  What are the biggest stories of the NFL Week?  The Giants move on from head coach Brian Daboll, will there be other changes?  AJ Brown speaks out about the Eagles offense, but is this just because of his stats?   Matt Stafford is the leading MVP candidate, but has just reached .500 for his career record. Is Colts RB Jonathan Taylor a real candidate? Matt is looking forward to Drew Brees coming back to call NFL games.  CJ Stroud is out for another week, giving Davis Mills the start against the Titans. Marvin Harrison Jr. will miss the first game of his career when the Cardinals host the 49ers.    Jaire Alexander steps away from football and is considering retirement.  Jameis Winston will start for the Giants hosting the Packers.  What does this mean for Russell Wilson? What would the NFL Playoffs look like if they started today?  Plus, we wrap up with Survivor pool and TD parlay picks for NFL Week 11!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin discuss their busy weekends before diving into NFL Week 10! The Patriots notch an impressive win over the Bucs.  Daniel Jones and the Colts moved to 8-2 with a win in Berlin.  The Bears collect another comeback win as Russell Wilson plays for the Giants.  The Jets made history in a victory against the Browns.  The Jaguars collapsed in the 4th quarter with the Texans.  Matt mentions the lasting impact of former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, who passed away.  The most surprising result of the day had to be the Dolphins win over the Bills.  Josh Allen has a bad day as Matt is also knocked out of the Survivor Pool.  After a 1-5 start, the Ravens have now won 3 straight games. The Panthers fall to the Saints.  Matt thinks the flyover at the Commanders game was a bit too low. The Seahawks cruised past the Cardinals.  Did Matt Stafford fuel his MVP hopes in big Rams win? The Steelers have lost 3 of 4 after losing to the Chargers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin begin Week 10 with a look at the NFL heading to Berlin for Falcons/Colts.  The Jets were sellers at the trade deadline picking up a few first round picks.  The Cowboys and Colts are making it clear that they're looking for success this season.  What other trades caught your attention on Tuesday?  The Cardinals are sticking with Jacoby Brissett at QB, but what does that mean for Kyler Murray's future in Arizona? The Seahawks tried a new kickoff strategy, will it catch on? Looking at the AFC and NFC odds, which team are the favorites? Jayden Daniels, Tucker Kraft, and Joe Alt injuries will have impact on the rest of the season.   Onto Week 10, Matt and Drew pick their 3 favorite games of the week.   The Rams and 49ers is a marquee game in Sunday's late window.  Steelers/Chargers on Sunday Night could be a showcase for Aaron Rodgers. Can the Packers rebound at home while facing the Eagles?  We wrap up with Survivor and TD Parlay picks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive into NFL Week 9 after Matt was in attendance for Bears/Bengals!  Matt had never witnessed a Bears victory in person, but explains the roller coaster of emotions through the Bengals comeback and ultimate Chicago win. The BIlls notch their 5th straight regular season win over the Chiefs. Turnovers found the Colts, who take a loss to the Steelers.  An extra point makes the difference in the Patriots win.  Matt pauses to rank the celebrity couples in the NFL.  The Broncos get a game winning FG over the Texans. The Jaguars hold off the Raiders for an OT win, including a recording setting 68yd FG for Cam Little.  JJ McCarthy throws 2 TDs in the Vikings win over the Lions.   An upset win for the Panthers over the Packers.  The Chargers hold off the Titans. Mac Jones leads the 49ers to a win over the Giants. Sam Darnold and the Seahawks cruise past the Commanders.  We wrap up with Survivor League picks and the TD Parlays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin prepare for NFL Week 9 with a BIG announcement for the show!  Halloween is around the corner and Matt wants to rank NFL player costumes.  Aidan Hutchinson gets an extension from the Lions.  The season is over for Carson Wentz.  Will Marcedes Lewis make history signing with the Broncos?    Onto NFL Week 9, Lamar Jackson is back on the field as the Ravens visit the Dolphins.  Does Drew need to find a new NFL team after getting an email from the Titans? Matt is looking forward to going to Bears-Bengals this weekend.  The NFL Trade deadline is around the corner, which teams do you expect to be active? An early look at the Playoff picture has several surprises.  Matt and Billy pick their favorite games in NFL Week 9.   Chiefs-Bills is still an exciting matchup and Matt still sides with Buffalo and wants more Taylor Swift.  We wrap up with Survivor Picks and TD Parlay plays!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start with the Packers win over the Steelers.  Jordan Love has 20 straight completions at one point.  Do QB's specifically target tight ends because it's 'National Tight Ends Day'?  The Jets and Aaron Glenn get their first win of the season with a comeback over the Bengals. The Eagles get past the Giants, but the focus is the Cam Skattebo injury.  The Broncos cruised past the Cowboys, is it time to believe in Bo Nix?  The 'Simpsons' curse continues and Matt reveals his favorite character.  A big game from the Bills over the Panthers. Matt is really concerned for the Bears after a loss to the Ravens. When is Lamar Jackson returning? Greg Olsen noted a change in coaching strategy on close field goals.  Matt offers his condolences on the passing of Fmr Jets OL Nick Mangold.  Looking ahead to Commanders-Chiefs on MNF, Drew wonders if the game could be a rout.  Are Eli and Peyton Manning the most popular former players? A surprising win for the Dolphins over the Falcons.  A historic performance from Myles Garrett, but the Browns lose to the Patriots. The Bucs cruise past the Saints and the Colts still look like the best team in football at 7-1!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin begin with the Sports Equinox coming on Monday picking a matchup from each league!  Matt watched the Lions MNF win with his parents and enjoyed the fresh perspective on the game.  How will losing Mike Evans to injury affect the Bucs?  A look at the MVP odds shocks Matt because one player isn't leading the odds. Matt and Drew are both excited about the Super Bowl Halftime Show.  The Pro Bowl will be part of Super Week and Matt would love to take part in it.  The Jets are still deciding on a QB for NFL Week 8. The Commanders have a tough matchup with the Chiefs on MNF. The Ravens are making some changes as they sit at 1-5.  Is there an issue with the turf In Pittsburgh as the Steelers host the Packers? Matt has no issue with Shedeur Sanders not getting reps as a backup QB with Dillon Gabriel starting.   Matt and Drew pick their three favorite matchups in Week 8 and look at the rest of the matchups! We wrap up with the Top 3 stadiums you'd want to visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin open Week 7 with the Broncos miraculous comeback over the Giants.  This win shows why the NFL is so great.  The Eagles found their offense today against the Vikings, who had an interesting approach to try to stop the tush push.  Micah Parsons had a breakout day for the Packers,   The Rams made it look easy against the Jaguars in London.  Rashee Rice returns for the Chiefs and Matt thinks they're back in Super Bowl form.  Tua Tagovailoa struggles again and it may be time for change in Miami. How does Drew feel about Cam Ward after the Titans loss to the Patriots? The Bears win their 4th straight game. Another impressive outing for the Colts, could they be the best team in the NFL? The Cowboys offense is coming together with CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens.  How close are we to seeing a 70 yard field goal? Matt is amazed at the 49ers winning another game with so many injuries.  Will Brandon Graham make a comeback with the Eagles? We wrap up with Monday Night Football previews starting with a great matchup between the Bucs and Lions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin kick off with some excitement around the Titans with a new head coach and Mike Vrabel coming back to Tennessee.  Caleb Williams and the Bears make a statement,  while the Falcons shocked the Bills.  Is there concern over the Eagles and Bills losing to the Giants and Falcons?   Matt points out the parity this season and re-ranks their Top 5.     A rare fight after the Lions loss, Drew explains what happened.  The Chiefs have rebounded and are back to being a contender.  Drew expects Vrabel to want revenge against the Titans and the crowd could cheer their former head coach.  Matt has been amazed at how big the NFL has gotten and how ratings are so much bigger than the playoffs of other sports.  Is Baker Mayfield the new favorite for MVP? The Browns play the Dolphins this week and Shedeur Sanders is the backup, could he play in this game?  Will the Jets win a game this season?  Matt thinks the team should roll the dice on a QB rather than play Justin Fields.  Matt and Drew pick their favorite 3 games in NFL Week 7.  Drew is close to sounding the alarm on the Eagles if they don't find their offense this week. We wrap up with Survivor picks and TD parlays plus picking all the NFL games this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start with the Chiefs win and Jason Kelce coming into form.  The coaching in this game shows how much football has changed.  Has Baker Mayfield become the leader in the MVP race?  Another big loss for the 49ers with the Fred Warner injury.  Over to London where the Jets didn't put up numbers, but still had a chance to win.  Aaron Rodgers looks back in form as the Steelers roll.  Can you name the 8 QBs the Browns are paying this season? The Dolphins have some decisions to make after a loss to the Chargers.  Patriots QB Drake Maye puts together another impressive performance.  The Colts move to 5-1 but suffer some odd pregame injuries.  The Seahawks have now won 9 straight road games. Rico Dowdle made his presence felt in the Panthers win over the Cowboys. Joe Flacco played well, but couldn't get the Bengals past the Packers.  We update Survivor pool and Touchdown leagues before previewing Thursday Night and Monday Night Football!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.