Hour 1: Dallas' Destiny
Digest
The podcast begins with a discussion of the Dallas Cowboys' win against the New York Giants. While acknowledging the victory, the hosts express disappointment with the Cowboys' performance, highlighting their struggles against a weak Giants team. They delve deeper into the Cowboys' performance, analyzing their struggles in previous weeks and questioning their legitimacy as Super Bowl contenders. Steven A. Smith argues that the Cowboys' roster is not good enough to win a Super Bowl, citing their lack of success in recent years. The hosts then discuss the Cowboys' improved performance in stopping the Giants' running game, acknowledging their previous struggles in this area. They analyze the Cowboys' upcoming schedule, highlighting the challenges they face with several road games against tough opponents. The hosts express concern about the team's ability to win these games, especially after their lackluster performance against the Giants. They also discuss the Cowboys' need to prove themselves this season, acknowledging their talent but questioning their ability to compete with the top teams in the NFC. The podcast then shifts to a preview of the upcoming game between Alabama and Georgia, highlighting the rivalry and the challenges Georgia faces against a historically dominant Alabama team. They discuss the Heisman chances of both teams' quarterbacks, Carson Beck and Jalen Milroe, and the pressure on Georgia coach Kirby Smart to win against Alabama. The hosts highlight Smart's record against Alabama and the significance of this game for Georgia's legacy. They also discuss the success of Alabama under Nick Sabin and the challenges facing the new coach, Kaelin DeBoard. The hosts believe that the winner of the Alabama-Georgia game will be a major threat to win the national championship, acknowledging the strength of both teams and their ability to compete for the title. Finally, the podcast discusses Deshaun Watson's performance for the Cleveland Browns and the controversy surrounding his contract. The hosts criticize his lack of efficiency and question his ability to lead the team to success. They also discuss the impact of his off-field issues on his performance.
Outlines
Cowboys' Win and Super Bowl Potential
The hosts discuss the Dallas Cowboys' win against the New York Giants, expressing disappointment with their performance and questioning their legitimacy as Super Bowl contenders. They analyze the team's struggles in previous weeks and the challenges they face with their upcoming schedule.
Cowboys' Roster Limitations and Upcoming Schedule
Steven A. Smith expresses his belief that the Cowboys' roster is not good enough to win a Super Bowl. He argues that the team has not been a legitimate contender for the past four years and that their recent win against the Giants does not change his opinion. The hosts analyze the Cowboys' upcoming schedule, highlighting the challenges they face with several road games against tough opponents. They express concern about the team's ability to win these games, especially after their lackluster performance against the Giants.
Cowboys' Need to Prove Themselves
The hosts discuss the Cowboys' need to prove themselves this season. They acknowledge the team's talent but question their ability to compete with the top teams in the NFC, particularly the Niners and Lions.
Alabama vs. Georgia Preview and Heisman Chances
The hosts preview the upcoming game between Alabama and Georgia, highlighting the rivalry and the challenges Georgia faces against a historically dominant Alabama team. They discuss the Heisman chances of both teams' quarterbacks, Carson Beck and Jalen Milroe.
Pressure on Kirby Smart and Alabama's Success
The hosts discuss the pressure on Georgia coach Kirby Smart to win against Alabama. They highlight his record against Alabama and the significance of this game for Georgia's legacy. They also discuss the success of Alabama under Nick Sabin and the challenges facing the new coach, Kaelin DeBoard.
National Championship Implications and Deshaun Watson's Performance
The hosts discuss the winner of the Alabama-Georgia game as a potential threat to win the national championship. They acknowledge the strength of both teams and their ability to compete for the title. They also discuss Deshaun Watson's performance for the Cleveland Browns and the controversy surrounding his contract. They criticize his lack of efficiency and question his ability to lead the team to success. They also discuss the impact of his off-field issues on his performance.
Keywords
Super Bowl Contender
A Super Bowl contender is a team that is considered to have a realistic chance of winning the Super Bowl. These teams typically have a strong roster, a good coaching staff, and a favorable schedule.
Heisman Trophy
The Heisman Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding player in college football. It is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the sport.
Nick Sabin
Nick Sabin is a legendary college football coach who has won six national championships with Alabama. He is considered one of the greatest coaches in the history of the sport.
Kirby Smart
Kirby Smart is the head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs. He has won two national championships with Georgia and is considered one of the top coaches in college football.
Deshaun Watson
Deshaun Watson is a quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. He is a former NFL MVP and is known for his athleticism and ability to make plays both in and out of the pocket.
Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys are a professional American football team based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. They are one of the most popular and successful teams in the NFL.
Alabama Crimson Tide
The Alabama Crimson Tide are a college football team representing the University of Alabama. They are one of the most successful programs in the history of the sport.
Georgia Bulldogs
The Georgia Bulldogs are a college football team representing the University of Georgia. They are one of the most successful programs in the SEC.
Cleveland Browns
The Cleveland Browns are a professional American football team based in Cleveland, Ohio. They are one of the oldest teams in the NFL.
Q&A
What are the main concerns about the Dallas Cowboys' performance, despite their win against the Giants?
The hosts express concern about the Cowboys' lack of improvement against a weak Giants team, questioning their legitimacy as Super Bowl contenders. They also highlight the team's struggles in previous weeks and the challenges they face with their upcoming schedule.
What is Steven A. Smith's opinion on the Cowboys' roster and their chances of winning a Super Bowl?
Steven A. Smith believes that the Cowboys' roster is not good enough to win a Super Bowl. He argues that the team has not been a legitimate contender for the past four years and that their recent win against the Giants does not change his opinion.
How does the upcoming Alabama-Georgia game impact the national championship race?
The hosts believe that the winner of the Alabama-Georgia game will be a major threat to win the national championship. They acknowledge the strength of both teams and their ability to compete for the title.
What are the main criticisms of Deshaun Watson's performance for the Cleveland Browns?
The hosts criticize Watson's lack of efficiency and question his ability to lead the team to success. They also discuss the impact of his off-field issues on his performance and the controversy surrounding his contract.
What is the significance of the Alabama-Georgia game for Kirby Smart and his coaching legacy?
The hosts highlight the pressure on Kirby Smart to win against Alabama, given his record against the team and the significance of this game for Georgia's legacy. They also discuss the success of Alabama under Nick Sabin and the challenges facing the new coach, Kaelin DeBoard.
Show Notes
Stephen A. Smith, Elle Duncan, and Marcus "Swagu" Spears weigh in on the Cowboys' ceiling after their 20-15 win over the Giants last night. The crew dives into a huge college football matchup between Georgia and Alabama and they debate which QB needs the better performance: Jalen Milroe or Carson Beck? Lastly, they react to Deshaun Watson's comments on using his running ability in the Browns' offense.
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