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Episode 277: Blake Snell to LA?!?!


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Introduction and Overview

00:00–00:34: Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone discuss how quickly the NFL season has progressed to Week 13.


Baseball Free Agency and Dodgers Dominance

01:24–07:48:

  • The hosts delve into MLB free agency, highlighting the Dodgers signing Blake Snell for $182 million. Greg questions the lack of a salary cap and compares this to the Yankees' historical spending.
  • They speculate about international phenom Roki Sasaki and how adding him could balance the Dodgers' spending.


76ers’ Struggles

18:02–23:33:

  • Chris and Greg shift to the Sixers, lamenting injuries to Joel Embiid and Paul George and a significant drop in championship odds. They critique Jared McCain's defensive weaknesses, despite his solid scoring, and express concerns about the team's direction.
  • They simulate a lottery scenario on Tankathon, landing the Sixers with the No. 6 pick.


NFL Week 13 Games

23:43–33:10:


Thanksgiving Games


Bears vs. Lions (12:30 PM)

Lions, as favorites, are expected to dominate. Greg notes Caleb Williams' improvement but questions if it’s enough to compete with Detroit.

Giants vs. Cowboys (4:30 PM)

Greg calls this a snooze-fest, ridiculing the matchup of backup quarterbacks. Both predict a Cowboys win.

Dolphins vs. Packers (8:20 PM)

The best Thanksgiving game on paper, with playoff implications for both teams. Greg expects the Dolphins to keep it close but doubts a victory in Lambeau.

Black Friday Game

Raiders vs. Chiefs (3:00 PM)

The Chiefs are massive favorites, but Greg doubts their ability to cover the spread given their struggles to blow out weaker opponents.

NFL Sunday Games

33:10–50:09:

Vikings vs. Cardinals:

Greg leans towards the Vikings, citing their strong defense and Arizona's inconsistent offense.

Texans vs. Jaguars:

Despite Houston’s untrustworthiness, Greg picks them over a struggling Jaguars team starting Mac Jones.

Colts vs. Patriots:

Greg predicts a Colts win due to Anthony Richardson's return and the Patriots’ ongoing dysfunction.

Chargers vs. Falcons:

The Chargers, coming off a close loss, are favored due to better coaching and talent.

Steelers vs. Bengals:

Greg expects the Steelers' elite defense to keep it close, questioning the Bengals' desperation-fueled performance.

Seahawks vs. Jets:

Greg slams the Jets' dysfunction and backs the Seahawks, who lead the NFC West.

Commanders vs. Titans:

Greg sees the Titans covering the spread, citing their stout defense against the Commanders’ struggling offense.

Rams vs. Saints:

Inconsistent teams clash, but Greg gives the edge to the Rams due to better coaching and skill positions.

Buccaneers vs. Panthers:

Greg acknowledges Bryce Young's improvement but predicts the Bucs, led by Baker Mayfield, will handle Carolina.

Eagles vs. Ravens:

The marquee matchup features the top two rushing offenses. Greg calls it a tight, physical game likely decided by a late field goal. He picks the Eagles in a close contest.

49ers vs. Bills:

Greg ridicules the 49ers' misfortune with injuries and expects the Bills, coming off a bye, to dominate.

Browns vs. Broncos:

Greg praises Denver as the season's surprise team and anticipates another strong showing against Cleveland.

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