Welcome back to The Morning After! In episode 17, host Jared Smith dives deep into a wild weekend of playoff football and breaks down all the action. Get an in-depth reaction to five out of six wild card games, including game analysis, key stats, and what really swung the outcomes. Plus, Jared previews the highly anticipated Steelers vs. Texans Monday night matchup, sharing his favorite actionable pick for the game.But it's not just NFL talk—this episode takes a close look at the college football landscape, recapping the CFP semifinals and setting up the Indiana vs. Miami national championship game. Jared Smith discusses what each team needs to do to take home the title, the SEC's struggles this bowl season, and why the conference power dynamics in college football have shifted for good.You'll also hear about the relaunch of Jared’s Patreon and the value of connecting directly with fans, insight on how to approach sports betting in the postseason, why chasing market steam isn’t the answer, and strategies to find value through player props and market moves.Highlights include:- NFL wild card round reactions & breakdowns- Preview & pick for Steelers vs. Texans- Early divisional round betting analysis and leans- Deep dive into the CFP: Indiana vs. Miami- Discussion on the future of conference dominance in college football- Betting strategy tips for sides, totals, and props- Thoughts on the NCAA’s eligibility decisionsDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the community on Patreon, Discord, and the newsletter for more in-depth analysis, exclusive picks, and live streams.👉 Stay tuned and make The Morning After your go-to spot for sharp, honest, and unique sports takes every week!Join The Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/jaredsmithbets/Free Discord: https://discord.gg/DFuBHD9zListen to the podcast!Spotify: www.shorturl.at/BfFNuApple: www.shorturl.at/Z6fqZYoutube: www.youtube.com/@morningafterpod Follow the podcast! X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/podmorningafterInstagram - https://instagram.com/themorningafter_podFollow the host!X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/jaredsmithbetsInstagram - https://instagram.com/jaredsmithbetsSignup for the newsletter!https://the-morning-after.beehiiv.com/#NFLPlayoffs #CFP #SportsBetting #FootballAnalysis #TheMorningAfter #JaredSmith00:00:02 – Intro: Overview of Wild Card Weekend & Show Format00:01:10 – Agenda: NFL Wild Card Recap, College Football, Divisional Round Preview00:01:53 – Announcements: Patreon Relaunch, Discord Updates, Content Platforms00:08:03 – NFL Wild Card Saturday Recap (Rams vs. Panthers, Bears vs. Packers)00:13:34 – NFL Wild Card Sunday Recap (Jags vs. Bills, Niners vs. Eagles, Chargers vs. Patriots)00:18:13 – Divisional Round Matchups & Initial Power Ratings00:23:26 – Early Look: Betting Market, Value Plays & Power Ratings Adjustments00:29:24 – How to Find Value in the Postseason: Props, Steam Chasing Advice00:33:05 – College Football Playoff Semifinal Recap (Miami, Indiana, SEC Discussion)00:41:13 – CFP National Championship Early Breakdown (Indiana vs. Miami)00:45:35 – Rant: NCAA & Eligibility Rules (Trinidad Chambliss Situation)00:49:19 – Morning Glory Pick: Texans vs. Steelers (Monday Night Football Field Goals)00:50:29 – Closing: Newsletter, Platforms, Final Thoughts & Thank You