Behind the Line

Behind the Line #30: Another week...another off-the-field story in Cleveland. Baker Mayfield has thrown his entire training staff under the bus. Was he right in his public comments?KC's NFL Power Rankings are released...with one team falling out of the Top-5. Their replacement might surprise you.The New England Patriots have been accused of cheating multiple times throughout the past 20 years. It happened again last Sunday. KC explains why these accusations are being blown out of proportion.Antonio Brown accuses the NFL of being racist....again. KC analyzes his most recent comments and explains why AB's NFL career is over.Kawhi Leonard returned to Toronto for the first time Wednesday night...and was welcomed with open arms. This is rare in the NBA. KC tells you why it matters how a superstar player leaves his former team.

Behind the Line #29: The 49ers/Saints clashed Sunday in a surprising shootout that had major implications on NFC playoff seeding. KC gives his reaction...and talks about the reasons the Saints gave this game away. Was this a preview to the NFC Championship?After being passed over in Tuscaloosa...Jalen Hurts transferred to Oklahoma and led the Sooners to the postseason. He has flourished under Lincoln Riley. Was Hurts held back by Nick Saban?We predicted before the season that Ryan Tannehill would save the Tennessee Titans season and lead them to the playoffs. Are the Titans now the best team in the AFC South?The offensive struggles continue in New England...but the Patriots didn't lose their game to the Chiefs on the field. KC explains how NFL officiating screwed the Patriots and directly impacted the outcome of another game.The New Orleans Pelicans are garbage. Painful to watch. KC goes off the embarrassing loss to the Mavericks Saturday afternoon...and analyzes the postgame comments of Alvin Gentry. Who is the most disappointing player on this roster?

Behind the Line Extra: For the third straight week...the Dallas Cowboys were embarrassed on national television. This team has clearly quit on Jason Garrett. KC explains the issues in Dallas...and how firing Jason Garrett won't fix their problems.David Griffin sold the public a false bill of goods in New Orleans. The Pelicans were sold as young, fun, and exciting. Instead...fans in New Orleans are bored and frustrated with this team. KC explains why Zion Williamson won't save the season...and why Alvin Gentry should be fired immediately.Looking to bounce back after a rough weekend betting the NFL last week. KC releases his five best NFL bets for Sunday.

Behind the Line #28: With four weeks remaining in the regular season...there are a handful of NFL head coaches who find themselves in the hot seat. KC goes over each coach at risk of getting fired...and explains whether or not they should be back next season.Our NFL Power Rankings have flipped since last week. KC releases his top 5 team in the NFL through Week 13.College Football Playoff Rankings were released earlier this week. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is unhappy with the perceived disrespect for his team. KC explains why Swinney should feel blessed to be at #3...and why Clemson doesn't belong in the playoffs.It's Conference Championship Week in college football. KC releases his two best NCAAF bets for this weekend.

Behind the Line #27: The 2019 Iron Bowl was an instant classic...and one of the few entertaining college football games of the season. Could the Auburn win save Gus Malzahn's job?The Baltimore Ravens picked up a big win Sunday against San Francisco...but the game shouldn't have been close. KC explains why...and how the 49ers could be falling in the NFC standings.Tom Brady and the New England Patriots are as vulnerable now as they've ever been in the Brady/Belichek era. Could the Patriots relinquish control of the AFC East?Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens pulls another publicity stunt that embarrasses himself and the franchise. KC rants on why this man doesn't belong in the NFL.The Ron Riviera/Cam Newton era in Carolina is over. KC analyzes the Panthers recent history...and details why the team needs a full rebuild.Will someone please step up and take control of the NFC East? Both the Eagles and Cowboys seem to want to lose the division. KC analyzes Eagles head coach Doug Pederson's latest postgame comments.

Behind the Line Extra: The NFL is the toughest league to sustain a winning franchise. The Los Angeles Rams had a great two year run...but things seems to be falling apart. Is the Superbowl window closing for the Rams? Josh Shaw of the Arizona Cardinals was suspended through the 2020 season for betting on NFL games. Does the punishment fit the crime? How can Roger Goodell hand down a lengthy suspension for gambling...but not do the same for Myles Garrett hitting Mason Rudolph with a helmet?We are red hot with our NFL picks...with four straight winning weekends in November. KC releases his five best NFL picks for Sunday.

Behind the Line #26: The collapse in Dallas continued on Thanksgiving with an embarrassing home loss to the Buffalo Bills. KC analyzes the situation in Dallas...and explains why this team is on the verge of a rebuild.Anthony Davis returned to New Orleans Wednesday night and put up big numbers against the Pelicans. Is it time for the Pelicans to part ways with Alvin Gentry?NFL.com released their QB rankings through Week 12...and disrespected two of the greatest QB's of all-time. KC goes over the rankings and explains.It's rivalry week in college football. KC releases his two best college football bets for this weekend.The Saints won the NFC South Thursday night against the Falcons. KC gives his reasons why New Orleans is more vulnerable this year than the past two seasons...and why he isn't impressed with this team.

Behind the Line Extra: We have five weeks left in the NFL regular season...and things are beginning to heat up. KC releases his NFL Power Rankings of the top five teams in the league.The drama surrounding Jason Garrett's future in Dallas has continued throughout the week. KC details how Garrett has lost the respect of his locker room...and how Garrett's free fall in Dallas will continue the remainder of the season.Anthony Davis makes his return to New Orleans tonight when the Lakers face the Pelicans. ESPN's Ramona Shelburne had some interesting comments about the fan base in New Orleans in regards to AD's exit last season. KC refutes her comments...and explains why the fan base in New Orleans has every right to be angry with Anthony Davis.KC releases his best bet for tomorrow's NFL Thanksgiving games.

Behind the Line #25: As predicted on this podcast...the collapse of the Dallas Cowboys is underway and Jason Garrett is coaching his way out of a job. The Cowboys were clearly unprepared Sunday at New England. KC goes into detail about the many mistakes Dallas made...and analyzes Jerry Jones postgame comments.Winners of four of their last five games...the Tennessee Titans are making a playoff push and in contention for the AFC South. Are the Titans the best team in their division?Dwayne Haskins was nowhere to be found when the Redskins needed him to kneel out the clock to seal their victory over the Lions. KC explains what Haskins was busy doing...and whether or not it's too early to call him a bust.Drew Brees and the Saints escaped with an undeserved win Sunday against Carolina. The NFC South belongs to New Orleans...but there are some negative signs this team is showing. KC explains why the Saints are in trouble heading into the latter part of the season.The Eagles should be winning the NFC East by default...yet they continue to lose games at home. Is Carson Wentz on the decline and the worst starting player in Philly?College football served us another heaping pile of garbage with the schedule of games last weekend. KC explains why he has lost interest in the sport he once loved.

Behind the Line Extra: Cleveland defensive end Myles Garrett is now claiming the reason he attacked Mason Rudolph is because he was called a racial slur. KC explains why he doesn't believe this accusation...and how Garrett is hindering his public image.The Indianapolis Colts are one of the most talented teams in the NFL...but are sitting at 6-5 and outside the playoff picture. Is Jacoby Brissett to blame? Will the Colts be looking for a new QB this offseason?We've had three straight winning Sundays in November with our NFL plays. We look to keep the streak alive with some of the best picks we've had all year. KC releases his five NFL bets for Sunday.