Breakdowns of the CFB coaching carousel, why Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson struggle vs. the blitz, and the Packers' defensive evolution.

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In this episode:

Lane Kiffin to LSU: We break down the major coaching moves, including Kiffin taking the LSU job and John Sumrall heading to Florida.

Cowboys Upset the Chiefs: An analysis of how the Cowboys’ defense stifled Patrick Mahomes and why the Chiefs continue to struggle in the “middle eight”.

The Lions’ Collapse: A look at Dan Campbell’s questionable playcalling, the Packers completing the sweep, and why Detroit is in danger of missing the playoffs.

QBs vs. The Blitz: We discuss why mobile quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson are seeing the highest blitz rates in the league and struggling to counter them.

Texas & The SEC: A recap of the Texas defense stepping up against A&M and the reality check facing the Longhorns in their new conference.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro: NFL Coaches & Playbooks

04:16 Texas Defense shuts down A&M

07:51 Coaching Carousel: Lane Kiffin to LSU & John Sumrall to Florida

12:54 Pete Golding & The Future of Ole Miss Defense

16:05 Chiefs vs. Cowboys Recap: Why KC lost the “Middle 8”

18:49 How Eberflus Fixed the Cowboys Defense

27:37 Packers Sweep the Lions & Dan Campbell’s Playcalling Issues

32:06 Bears Upset Eagles & Caleb Williams’ Game Management

34:22 Why Jalen Hurts & Lamar Jackson Struggle vs. The Blitz

40:32 Bengals Defense Forces 5 Turnovers vs. Ravens

42:03 The AFC South Race: Texans, Colts & Jags

46:07 Quick Hit: Falcons vs. Jets 46:59 Rams vs. Panthers & Bryce Young

49:47 Browns vs. 49ers

52:14 Cardinals vs. Bucs

54:31 Seahawks Dominate Vikings & Kevin O’Connell’s Struggles

55:50 Bills vs. Steelers & Josh Allen

57:52 Broncos Win Again vs. Commanders

01:03:00 TNF Preview: Cowboys vs. Lions

01:06:37 Outro

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