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High-level football discussion for coaches and serious fans. Join Cody Alexander of MatchQuarters and Felix Johnson as they break down defensive schemes, offensive trends, and interview the best minds in the game — the home for real X's and O's talk. www.matchquarters.com
Episodes
From the college coaching carousel and "Let Dak Throw" to Miami's "meme offense."
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In this episode:
* Break down Billy Napier’s “inevitable” firing at Florida and speculate on the college coaching carousel, including James Franklin and Rhett Lashley.
* Analyze what’s wrong with Trevor Lawrence, suggesting he has a “mid-ceiling and a mid-floor” and lacks a “killer instinct”.
* Argue that the Miami Dolphins are a “meme offense” facing cu...
A deep dive into Matt Patricia's "NFLized" Ohio State defense, the Cowboys' defensive struggles under Eberflus, and why Mike Vrabel has the Patriots looking like a legit threat.
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In this episode:
*Penn State’s season is considered a “total collapse” after starting the year with national championship expectations. The team’s struggles, which began at halftime of the Oregon game, ultimately led to the firing of Head Coach James Frankli...
Breaking down the Cardinals' unbelievable loss, the schematic genius of Kyle Shanahan and Shane Steichen, and Penn State's stunning choke.
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In this episode:
*A Historic Collapse: Learn about the Arizona Cardinals’ “wildest loss” to the Tennessee Titans, which featured a player fumbling before the goal line and a dropped interception that became a Titans touchdown.
*Elite Offensive Coaching: Understand the impact of top offensive coach...
From college upsets to pro comebacks, the crew discusses Lamar Jackson's struggles, the Eagles' gritty win, and why you should always have 11 players on the field.
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In this episode:
* Break down the Oregon vs. Penn State game, highlighting the theme of “Penn State going Penn State” and analyzing the game-ending interception against Oregon’s four-down, three-high defensive front.
* Discuss Lamar Jackson’s struggles in big games, noting...
A deep dive into why Dallas's defense is struggling, how Caleb Williams compares more to Aaron Rodgers than Patrick Mahomes, and which college sleeper teams like Texas Tech could be dangerous.
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In this episode:
* Break down the strategic implications of the Eagles' "Tush Push," which effectively gives their offense an extra down and changes how defenses must game plan.
* Analyze the major shifts in college football, focusing on Clemso...
In this episode:
* Why Clemson and Head Coach Dabo Swinney need a "complete reset" due to a "vanilla" offense and a refusal to properly utilize the transfer portal.
* Analyze the Green Bay Packers' dominant 2-0 start, debating if they are currently the best team in the NFL thanks to their formidable defense.
* Break down the Kansas City Chiefs' surprising 0-2 start, with a discussion on whether opponents have figured out their offense...
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In this episode:
* The hosts break down the "ugly wins" from Week 1, including the Broncos' win despite two interceptions from Bo Nix and the Buccaneers' victory over the Falcons by a missed FG.
* A look at Aaron Rodgers' surprising performance, where he threw four touchdowns against his former team, the New York Jets.
* Discussion on the Cleveland Browns' dominant defensi...
In this episode:
The hosts provide a deep dive into the defensive slugfest between Ohio State and Texas, comparing it to the classic 2011 LSU vs. Alabama game and analyzing the immense hype surrounding Arch Manning's first start.
They break down Bill Belichick's rough coaching debut at North Carolina, pointing to schematic issues and predictable defensive calls that TCU's offense easily exploited.
It's declared a "defensive coordinato...
Our guest: Danny Heifetz is the host of ‘The Ringer Fantasy Football Show.’
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In this episode:
- Danny Heifetz of The Ringer Fantasy Football Show takes over as host to ask a series of questions about the upcoming NFL season.
- A hypothetical Micah Parsons trade is used to break down the Dallas Cowboys' roster, revealing why the defense could be a "disaster waiting to happen" with significant questions at defensive end, linebacker, and...
In this episode:
The Quarterback Unknowns: Arch Manning makes his first major start after playing behind Quinn Ewers for three years. On the other side, former Alabama five-star Julian Sayin takes the reins for Ohio State with very little experience.
Ohio State's Elite Receivers vs. Texas's Secondary: Can the Longhorns' defensive backs, featuring Malik Muhammad and walk-on standout Taff, contain future top-10 NFL draft pick Jeremiah...
In this episode:
* Arizona Cardinals: The team’s success hinges on Kyler Murray’s performance in his seventh year and the development of their unique defensive scheme under coach Jonathan Gannon.
* San Francisco 49ers: With concerns about receiver injuries and defensive line attrition, the hosts suggest hitting ‘pause’ on Super Bowl expectations.
* Los Angeles Rams: We know what Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford can do, but can their yo...
A deep dive into Todd Bowles' blitz-heavy scheme and the players poised to make the Bucs a defensive powerhouse.
We put the Bucs' defense under the microscope, exploring the evolution of Todd Bowles' scheme, the impact of adding pass-rusher Haason Reddick, and how young players like Calijah Kancey, YaYa Diaby, and Zyon McCollum are poised to take the next step.
Can this defense become a top-10 unit and carry Tampa Bay deep into the ...
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In this episode, we talk about:
* Explain why the 4-time champ Bucs could win 11-12 games with a top-10 QB (?) Baker Mayfield.
* The consensus second-place Falcons have a great offense, but their success hinges on the development of their weak pass rush.
* Carolina is rebuilding around QB Bryce Young with big-potential targets, but will their defense im...
A deep dive into Ben Johnson's plan for Caleb Williams, the Lions' chances to repeat, Jordan Love's pivotal year, and Brian Flores' revolutionary Vikings defense.
In this episode, we talk about:
* Why the Chicago Bears hired coach Ben Johnson to develop rookie QB Caleb Williams and how they surrounded him with a rebuilt interior offensive line.
* Can Detroit survive the ‘brain drain’? The Detroit Lions face questions about their offen...
A deep dive into the Texas Longhorns' title chances and a breakdown of the top contenders across the country.
In this episode:
* Debate whether the Texas Longhorns are legitimate national championship contenders or just a product of preseason hype surrounding quarterback Arch Manning.
* Identify the Longhorns' biggest concern as a new offensive line breaking in four starters, which faces an immediate test against Ohio State in week on...
In this episode, we talk about:
* Dallas Cowboys: Can the Cowboys' offense overcome its offensive line issues, and can their defense, under Matt Eberflus, elevate to an elite status despite concerns in the secondary and run defense?
* New York Giants: What is the New York Giants' quarterback strategy with Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston, and Jackson Dart, and how will their strong defensive front compensate for their struggling second...
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Joined by ESPN's Nate Taylor, this discussion covers every team's strengths and weaknesses for the upcoming season:
* Kansas City Chiefs: An in-depth look at the ‘efficiency monster’ and their biggest concerns, including the left tackle position, the offense managing without Rasheed Rice, and if the defense can continue its dominant play.
* Denver Bron...
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In this episode, we talk about:
* Critique of outdated ‘toughness drills’ and the common disconnect in current football strength and conditioning practices.
* Emphasis on purposeful, game-specific training methods designed for optimal player performance and sustained effort.
* The importance of recovery and building a robust conditioning base lies in mo...
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In this episode, we talk about:
* Houston Texans Overall Outlook: Can the offense match the defense?
* Indianapolis Colts' Defensive Revamp and QB Questions
* Jacksonville Jaguars' Offensive Strategy Under Liam Coen
* Tennessee Titans' Rookie Quarterback and Tough Schedule
* Evolving NFL Schemes: Shift from Wide Zone to gap and the growing trend of Quart...
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In this episode, we talk about:
* Baltimore Ravens: An analysis of Lamar Jackson and their receiving corps, plus how their revamped defense plans to counter the Bengals' high-flying offense.
* Cincinnati Bengals: A close look at Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and Tee Higgins, addressing their offensive line concerns and the critical importance of developin...
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