Cody and Felix discuss James Franklin to Virginia Tech, the Broncos stun the Chiefs, and Josh Allen's historic day. Plus, film analysis on why J.J. McCarthy can't throw left.
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In this episode:
* React to the breaking news of James Franklin becoming the next head coach at Virginia Tech and discuss the future of the program.
* Analyze the Broncos’ stunning upset win over the Chiefs, focusing on how Bo Nix handled Kansas City’s zone pressures.
* Break down Josh Allen’s historic six-touchdown performance against the Buccaneers and why the Buffalo defense remains a concern.
* Discuss the Vikings’ struggles, specifically highlighting film evidence that rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy cannot throw to his left.
Preview the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between the Texans and the Bills, looking at how Houston’s defense matches up on a short week.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Commanders vs. Dolphins: An “Overtime Thriller”
03:57 - Breaking News: James Franklin to Virginia Tech
08:58 - SEC Recap: Texas falls to Georgia & the state of the conference
11:41 - Texas A&M: Can Marcel Reed win a title?
15:11 - Oklahoma beats Bama again & Venables’ defense
16:43 - Cal & Indiana: Fernando Mendoza and Curt Cignetti’s success
18:59 - Bucs vs. Bills: Josh Allen’s historic 6-touchdown day
25:14 - Packers vs. Giants: Panic in Green Bay?
30:34 - Panthers vs. Falcons: Why Atlanta’s defense collapsed
33:10 - Michael Penix injury update & the Kirk Cousins contract
36:59 - Bears vs. Vikings: Brian Flores vs. Caleb & J.J. McCarthy’s fatal flaw
40:10 - Rams vs. Seahawks: McVay wins, Darnold throws 4 picks
43:46 - Broncos stun the Chiefs: Bo Nix vs. Spags’ zone pressure
51:48 - Jaguars vs. Chargers: LA needs tackles
53:19 - Lions vs. Eagles: Vic Fangio’s defense dominates
56:25 - AFC North: Flacco vs. Rodgers & Steelers/Bengals
58:21 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Texans vs. Bills
01:00:28 - Breaking: Victor Wembanyama out 2-3 weeks
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