PMS 2.0 1199 - OVERREACTION MONDAY, NFL Week 2 Recap, MNF Preview, Adam Schefter, Bill Belichick, JK Dobbins, Darius Butler, & AJ Hawk

Update: 2024-09-16

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The podcast kicks off with a recap of NFL Week 2 games, highlighting the Saints' impressive performance and the Chiefs' continued dominance. The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding the Chiefs' recent win, questioning whether they are benefiting from favorable officiating. The podcast then dives into the injury report, focusing on Christian McCaffrey's Achilles tendonitis and Justin Jefferson's quad injury. The hosts discuss the severity of these injuries and their potential impact on their respective teams. The podcast shifts to the quarterback situation in the NFL, examining Russell Wilson's injury status and the potential for a quarterback change in Tennessee with Will Levis struggling. The hosts analyze the performance of both quarterbacks and discuss the challenges faced by rookie quarterbacks in the NFL. The podcast concludes with a discussion about the "must watch" football, highlighting the unpredictable and entertaining nature of Carson Wentz and Will Levis's play. The hosts speculate on the potential for a two-quarterback system in the NFL and the impact it could have on the game. The hosts also discuss the lack of calls for hip drop tackles in the NFL despite its pre-season focus. They explore the reasons behind this, including the subjectivity of the rule and the NFLPA's opposition. The podcast also covers AJ Brown's hamstring injury and its potential impact on his availability. They also analyze Kirk Cousins' performance and predict improvement in the upcoming game against the Eagles. The hosts discuss the Eagles' offensive line and their rave reviews of Jalen Hurts. They also mention the mentalist's potential influence on the team and the upcoming game against the Falcons. The hosts discuss the results of several college football games, including Michigan's win over UNLV, Washington State's victory over Washington, and West Virginia's loss to Penn State. Bill Belichick joins the show to discuss the volatility of the NFL season, the importance of situational football, and the challenges of coaching in today's game. The hosts discuss the perception of the referees favoring the Chiefs, similar to the perception of them favoring the Patriots in the past. They discuss the difficulty of shielding players from external noise and the importance of focusing on what they can control. The hosts discuss the performances of rookie quarterbacks, highlighting the importance of a balanced attack and the challenges they face in today's NFL. The hosts discuss the lack of enforcement of the hip drop tackle rule and the challenges of officiating it. They compare it to the targeting rule and predict that it will eventually become more clear-cut. The hosts discuss the Saints' offensive success under Clint Cubiak, highlighting their ability to play from ahead and the experience of their players. They also discuss the challenges of sustaining a hot start. The hosts discuss the Packers' run-heavy offense and the challenges of winning games in today's NFL with that approach. They also discuss the Colts' struggles against the run and the importance of having a plan to stop it. The hosts discuss the Vikings' dominant defense under Brian Flores, highlighting his coaching tree and the importance of experience in early-season success. The hosts preview the Falcons vs. Eagles game, discussing the Eagles' need to improve defensively and take care of the football. They also highlight the Falcons' strengths and the challenges they face in Philadelphia. The hosts discuss updates on the hip drop tackle rule and the fines that have been issued. They also discuss McCarthy's nickname and his unique way of answering the phone. The hosts discuss AJ Hawk's food poisoning and his experience with My Hot Box. They also discuss the importance of colonoscopies and the Packers' victory over the Colts. The hosts discuss the league's clarification on the hip drop tackle rule and the key elements that need to be present for a call to be made. They also discuss the fines that have been issued for violations. The hosts discuss the breaking news of Bryce Young being benched by the Carolina Panthers. They analyze the reasons behind the decision and the potential impact on Young's career. The hosts discuss Bryce Young's backpack and the perception of him looking like a high schooler. They also discuss the challenges of being a smaller quarterback in the NFL and the importance of having the right system and players around him. The discussion begins with the Carolina Panthers' struggles, particularly focusing on Bryce Young's benching and the team's overall poor performance. The conversation highlights the frustration of owner David Tepper, who has seen a pattern of coaching changes and lack of success in his ownership. The hosts delve into Tepper's history of hiring decisions and the impact they've had on the Panthers' performance. They question Tepper's approach to building a winning team and discuss the potential for a long rebuild. The conversation shifts to Trevor Lawrence's performance and the Jacksonville Jaguars' recent struggles. The hosts discuss the team's stadium naming sponsorship and the pressure Lawrence faces. The hosts discuss Christian McCaffrey's Achilles tendonitis and the impact it will have on the San Francisco 49ers. They delve into the nature of the injury and the potential for a longer recovery period. The hosts interview J.K. Dobbins, a running back for the Los Angeles Chargers, about his comeback from injuries and his recent performance, including a memorable front flip touchdown. The hosts discuss the growing connection between Justin Fields and George Pickens, highlighting Pickens' talent and the potential for a successful partnership. The hosts discuss Aiden Hutchinson's impressive performance for the Detroit Lions, but also acknowledge their disappointing loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The hosts analyze the Lions' loss, focusing on the coaching decisions made by Dan Campbell, particularly the team's reliance on passing and lack of a ground game. The hosts discuss the possibility of an undefeated team in the NFL and college football, considering the challenges of a long season and the potential for upsets. The hosts discuss the desperation for wins among NFL teams, highlighting the impact on coaching decisions, player contracts, and the overall competitive landscape. The hosts discuss the phenomenon of "Overreaction Monday" on social media, focusing on the Carolina Panthers' struggles and the over-the-top reactions from fans. The hosts discuss the San Francisco 49ers' struggles in Minnesota and the Vikings' home-field advantage, highlighting the historical context and the unique atmosphere of the stadium. The hosts discuss Neil Brown's return to coaching and the Baltimore Ravens' struggles, highlighting the team's recent losses and the potential for a turnaround. The hosts discuss Sig Signetti's success at Indiana University and the potential for him to be a candidate for the Carolina Panthers' head coaching position. The hosts discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' dominant defense and the Cincinnati Bengals' watch party, highlighting the team's recent struggles and the lack of fan attendance. The hosts discuss the Cincinnati Bengals' struggles and the impact of their loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, highlighting the team's slow start and the potential for a turnaround. The hosts discuss the Bengals' watch party and the importance of fan support, highlighting the team's recent struggles and the need for a strong fan base. The hosts discuss the New Orleans Saints' impressive offense and the Dallas Cowboys' dominant defense, highlighting the contrasting styles of play and the potential for a successful season. The hosts discuss the Saints' parade at Jerry World, highlighting the importance of fan culture and the impact of a strong fan base on a team's success. The hosts discuss Malik Willis' impressive performance for the Tennessee Titans and the potential for him to be a solution for the New York Giants' quarterback woes. The hosts discuss the Las Vegas Raiders' win over the Baltimore Ravens, highlighting Max Crosby's leadership and the team's overall performance. The hosts discuss Brock Bowers' impact on the Raiders and the Baltimore Ravens' struggles, highlighting the team's recent losses and the potential for a turnaround. The hosts discuss Justin Tucker's recent struggles and the evolution of field goal kicking in the NFL, highlighting the increased accuracy and distance of kicks. The hosts discuss the importance of field goal kicking in the NFL and the current golden era of kickers, highlighting the increased accuracy and distance of kicks. The hosts discuss the phenomenon of "Overreaction Monday" on social media, focusing on the Detroit Lions' loss and the over-the-top reactions from fans. The hosts discuss the importance of perspective and avoiding overreaction, particularly for Lions fans who may be tempted to get carried away after a successful season. The hosts discuss the Buffalo Bills' window of opportunity and the Denver Broncos' struggles, highlighting the team's recent losses and the potential for a turnaround. The hosts discuss DJ's recent commercial appearances and how his internet fame is translating into lucrative brand deals. They speculate on the potential earnings from these deals and the impact on his career. The hosts recount their experience at a college football game in Columbia, South Carolina, highlighting the loud atmosphere, the rain, and the unexpected encounter with a motorcycle police accident. The hosts share their amusing experience with a gamecock at a South Carolina event, emphasizing the local enthusiasm for the bird and the prevalence of "We Heart Cocks" stickers. The hosts discuss their predictions for the upcoming College Game Day broadcast, focusing on the importance of Oklahoma's game and the potential impact on their season. The hosts react to a video from "Scorsese TV" criticizing John Harbaugh's coaching in Baltimore, discussing the O-line issues and the potential for a coaching change. The hosts analyze a reaction video from "Nathan Koldarn" criticizing the Jaguars' performance and questioning the coaching decisions, particularly regarding Anthony Richardson's development. The hosts discuss the recent renaming of Everbank Field to Trevor Bank Field and the upcoming battle between rookie quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Anthony Richardson. The hosts anticipate the intense atmosphere at the Lothouse, a stadium known for its loud fans, and discuss the recent relocation of the Anvil, a celebratory tradition involving a hammer. The hosts discuss the growing national attention surrounding Cav's unique national anthem performance and react to a video criticizing the Cowboys' performance and calling for changes. The hosts engage in a humorous debate about the correct pronunciation of "Camaro," a running back's name, and acknowledge the Saints' current dominance in the NFL. The hosts make their official picks for the upcoming week's NFL games, focusing on the Eagles vs. Falcons matchup and discussing their strategies for predicting the outcome.

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