It is Thanksgiving week in the NFL and Dave Clarke and Bob Kelly bring you a full breakdown of every major storyline shaping Week 13. This episode covers the biggest Thanksgiving matchups, the updated NFL Power Rankings, and the teams making real playoff pushes as the season hits the final stretch.
Dave and Bobby open with a full reaction to the Cowboys stunning comeback win over the Eagles. They analyze Dak Prescott’s best game of the season, the defensive impact of Quinnen Williams, and the Cowboys offensive changes that helped them erase a 21 to 0 deficit. They also cover the continued struggles for Philadelphia, key fourth down decisions, and how Dallas changed the NFC picture with one victory.
The conversation shifts to the Chicago Bears and their move into the top tier of the NFL. Dave and Bobby discuss Caleb Williams’ growth in big moments, the Bears defense outperforming expectations, and how Chicago continues to win close games. They also look ahead to tough matchups with the Eagles and Steelers and evaluate if the Bears are built for a playoff run or if this is a hot stretch that could cool off.
The show moves into a full Thanksgiving week preview that includes the Lions, Packers, Chiefs, Cowboys, Vikings, Seahawks, and Giants. Dave and Bobby play Guess the Lines, identify the best value picks, and call out the games that will impact seeding in both conferences. They also compare the latest Vegas odds with their own projections to show where the markets are missing.
The heart of the episode is the updated NFL Power Rankings. The Patriots stay at number one after another strong week. Dave and Bobby explain why Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel continue to lead one of the most efficient teams in the league. They review movement across the top ten, including the Broncos, Colts, Rams, Eagles, Lions, Bears, and Seahawks. They also highlight the teams officially crossed off, the teams still fighting for a wild card spot, and the organizations that need major changes after Thanksgiving.
This episode is packed with NFL analysis, playoff predictions, team breakdowns, injury updates, coaching evaluations, and reactions to the most important games of the season. If you follow the Patriots, Cowboys, Bears, Lions, Eagles, Chiefs, or any playoff contender, this is the Thanksgiving football show you need.
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