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Austin Reaves SEVERELY UNDERPAID + Dan Campbell's EMBARRASSING Coaching Display Exposed | Monday NFL Breakdown | Coach and Company Podcast | November 17th, 2025

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Opening Segment - Austin Reaves Contract Analysis (0:00 - 8:30)
The host dives into Austin Reaves' incredible journey from hoping to be a bench player to becoming a starter who scored 50 points. Discussion covers:
  • Reaves' 4-year, $80 million contract and why it's actually a bargain
  • His reaction to the initial contract signing and disbelief at the money
  • Analysis of why he's "severely underpaid" by approximately $15 million per year
  • Comparison to his college expectations vs. current NBA reality
    • LeBron-Bronny Lakers Dynamics (8:30 - 12:45)
    Brief commentary on the unusual situation with the James family:
    • Bronny starting in the NBA while LeBron practices in the G League
    • Host's perspective on this unprecedented father-son dynamic in professional basketball
      • Show Programming Preview (12:45 - 18:20)
      Host outlines the day's upcoming content across multiple platforms:
      • "Off the Ropes" show (Channel 156, 2-4 PM)
      • "Coach and Bro Show" at 5 PM
      • Rapid growth of their YouTube channel
      • Monday Night Grind show preview with special guests
        • Monday Night Grind Preview (18:20 - 22:10)
        Detailed preview of tonight's show featuring:
        • Focus on the first-place Chicago Bears
        • Potential Jerry Jones appearance when his team is in the national spotlight
        • "Legends Lounge" segment preview
        • Discussion of the host's "Play of the Day" feature
        • Reference to the host's successful "upset special" streak (10 weeks)
          • Dan Campbell Coaching Critique Setup (22:10 - 25:45)
          Host sets up his major criticism of Lions coach Dan Campbell:
          • Admission that he typically keeps fandom separate from analysis
          • Exception made for last night's "utterly embarrassing" coaching display
          • Preview of upcoming TikTok content criticizing Campbell's decisions
          • Personal betting involvement that made the poor coaching more frustrating
            • Betting and Game Analysis (25:45 - 29:18)
            Host reveals his betting positions and game frustrations:
            • Lions +3 and Lions +8.5 bets mentioned
            • Bears +2.5 teaser bet
            • Ravens -1.5 position
            • Critical moment: Lions' decision to go for it on 4th and 17 with 2:10 remaining
            • Sarcastic thank you to Nick Sirianni (Eagles coach)
            • Brief personal interruption (family call)
              • Closing Segment (29:18 - End)
              • Show wrap-up and schedule reminders
              • Return times: 2 PM this afternoon, 7 PM Eastern tonight
              • Final promotional pushes for social media content
                • Key Topics Covered
                • NBA Contract Analysis: Austin Reaves underpaid discussion
                • Lakers Family Drama: LeBron-Bronny unusual situation
                • NFL Coaching Criticism: Dan Campbell's questionable decisions
                • Sports Betting: Personal positions and frustrations
                • Show Programming: Multi-platform content strategy
                • Social Media Growth: TikTok channel launch and YouTube success

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