Behind the Line

Behind the Line #43: The dream season for the Tennessee Titans has come to an end...as Andy Reid removes some of the stigma that he can't win the big game as the Chiefs advance to the Superbowl. Was this the closest that Ryan Tannehill will ever get to a Superbowl? We've said all season on this podcast that the Green Bay Packers were overrated and the worst 13-3 team in the NFL. Sunday night we were proven right. The best broadcasting duo in sports...Jim Nantz and Tony Romo...could be coming to an end. Tony Romo's contract with CBS is up...and ESPN is offering big money for him to join Monday Night Football. KC explains why joining ESPN would be a mistake.

Last night Dana White and the UFC gave us a three hour snoozefest. Conor McGregor didn't break a sweat...with Donald Cerrone rolling over dead after a couple of shoulder bumps. We recap UFC 246 and everything that went wrong with UFC's first major event of 2020.

Behind the Line Extra: Mike McCarthy is starting off on the wrong foot in Dallas. KC explains why one of the first decisions McCarthy made with his coaching staff is a huge mistake.Tom Brady and his family are moving out of the Boston area. KC gives his reasons why Brady's career with the Patriots is ending on a sour note.This is a crucial offseason for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. KC analyzes their choices on what to do with Jameis Winston...and the potential ramifications this decision could have on the future of the franchise.We preview each NFL Championship game tomorrow...and give our betting picks.

Behind the Line #42: Zion Williamson is expected to make his long awaited debut next week in New Orleans against the Spurs. KC explains how Zion accomplished something in New Orleans before stepping on the court...that Anthony Davis couldn't accomplish in seven years.Bryan Salmond from KSNV News 3 in Las Vegas joins us to preview the Conor McGregor/Donald Cerrone fight...and discuss the Raiders move to Vegas.Luke Kuechly announced his retirement from the NFL this week. KC dispels the notion that more and more NFL players are retiring in their prime.Odell Beckham finds himself in the news again...with a warrant issues for his arrest in New Orleans. KC gives his take on OBJ's recent actions.

Behind the Line Extra: The National Championship game went exactly as I expected. KC reacts to the poor officiating in the game...and Trevor Lawrence's pitiful performance. Is LSU on the brink of a dynasty? KC explains why that isn't the case.Antonio Brown continued his downward spiral Monday afternoon with a confrontation with Florida police he streamed on Instagram Live. One of the biggest stories going into the NFL offseason will be the future of Dak Prescott. KC explains why he isn't worth a big money contract.

Behind the Line #41: After building a 24 point lead on the road in the first half...the Houston Texans found a way to lose at Kansas City. KC gives his reasons for the collapse...and who's to blame.Our darkhorse team all season has made it to the AFC Championship. Tennessee is surging and has a real shot at the Superbowl. KC explains why Lamar Jackson isn't solely to blame for the Ravens loss...and how is style of play is unsustainable in the NFL.Skip Bayless made headlines this weekend with criticism of Luka Doncic. KC actually agrees with Bayless...and explains why the Dallas Mavericks star player shouldn't be expected to be a NBA superstar talent just yet.

Behind the Line Extra: The National Championship game is Monday night...and all we hear is whining from Dabo Swinney about Clemson being disrespected. KC dispels this notion...and gives his betting pick for the game.Matt Rhule had his introductory press conference in Carolina this week...and had some interesting comments regarding Cam Newton. We explain why Cam Newton's days in a Panthers uniform could be over.Russell Westbrook made his return to Oklahoma City Thursday night...and it was one big ego trip. KC gives his opinion on Westbrook's return...and why this Rockets team is worse with Westbrook than with Chris Paul.We went 2-1-1 ATS last weekend in our playoff picks. KC releases his picks for each Divisional Round game.

Behind the Line #40: Everyone's talking about the future of Tom Brady...but what about Drew Brees? Though likely back with New Orleans next season...could Sean Payton and the Saints face a situation similar to what New England's going through with Brady in the near future?The Cleveland Browns haven't made a right coaching decision in over two decades. With the Browns needing an offensive minded head coach...are they headed in the right direction?The XFL will begin next month. KC explains why Vince McMahon's newest football league has little chance to succeed.Though injury free much of this season...Anthony Davis took a hard fall Tuesday night and is likely to miss the Lakers road trip this weekend. KC analyzes his injury history...and its potential impact on the Lakers future.

Behind the Line #39: Another playoff game in New Orleans...and another game affected by incompetent NFL officials. KC explains why the non-call isn't the primary reason the Saints lost to Minnesota.For the first time in 10 years...the New England Patriots got bounced from the playoffs in the Wild Card round. Was this Tom Brady's last game in New England?It didn't take the Dallas Cowboys long to hire Jason Garrett's replacement. KC explains why Jerry Jones got it right hiring Mike McCarthy.

Behind the Line Extra: Four NFL teams are still searching for head coaches...with the Browns and Cowboys next coaching hires the most critical. What type of coach does Cleveland and Dallas need? KC gives his take.Tua Tagovailoa is facing a tough decision. Will he return to Alabama or declare for the NFL Draft? KC explains why it's not worth it for Tua to return to Tuscaloosa...and why he should head straight to the NFL.KC gives his NFL Wild Card Weekend picks.