It’s Friday, November 21st, and Norm Hitzges is just wondering if this might actually be the perfect time for the Cowboys to catch the Eagles. With All-Pro right tackle Lane Johnson sidelined and the Philly offensive line suddenly mortal, Norm digs into just how much one lineman has meant to a franchise that’s gone 96–41 with him and 12–23 without him. He walks through the Eagles’ strange season: a defense that grew up faster than expected, an offense stuck in the mud, whispers about Jalen Hurts, and yet a ridiculous 51–14 record with Hurts under center since 2022. Then Norm turns his attention back home: the Cowboys sitting at 4-5-1, a brutal three-game gauntlet of Eagles, Chiefs, and Lions on deck, and Vegas setting the over/under for Dallas wins at just 6.5. Is there really a playoff run in there, or is this just another year of “maybe next time”? Along the way, you’ll hear from show partners Fluent Financial, Bob’s Steak & Chop House, and Full Moon Healing Balm, and get the full Norm treatment: perspective, numbers, and just enough optimism to keep you watching on Sunday.

Chapters

00:00:00 – Can the Cowboys Beat the Eagles?

00:00:19 – A Word from Fluent Financial

00:01:23 – The Lane Johnson Injury and Why It Matters

00:02:10 – Eagles With Lane vs. Without Lane

00:03:11 – Eagles’ Record, Schedule, and a Tough Nut to Crack

00:04:04 – The Plan vs. Reality: Veteran Offense, Baby Defense

00:04:47 – AJ Brown, Jalen Hurts, and Locker Room Whispers

00:05:46 – A 51–14 Quarterback and an Offense That Still Struggles

00:06:59 – Defense, Turnovers, and Why This Week Favors Dallas

00:07:46 – Bob’s Steak & Chop House Spot

00:08:28 – Full Moon Healing Balm and Norm’s Battle with Blotches

00:09:53 – Cowboys at 4–5–1 and a Brutal Remaining Schedule

00:10:41 – Vegas Win Total: Only 6.5 for Dallas

00:11:34 – Sponsor Thanks and Closing Thoughts from Norm and Mary

00:12:37 – Stolen Water Media Sign-Off

Just Wondering is a long-form sports commentary podcast hosted by longtime broadcaster Norm Hitzges, offering thoughtful, numbers-driven analysis of the NFL, college sports, the NBA, and the business and culture surrounding them. Each episode blends experience, history, and curiosity to explore why things happen — not just what happened.

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