Welcome back to Closing the Deal for another Saturday Talks! In Episode 4, Zach and Sam dive into a jam-packed week of sports and life updates. From fantasy football draft strategies and hot takes on the NFL season, to Ohio State’s defense and their Friends Tour golf championship, this episode has it all.

🔥 What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Fantasy football draft reactions, trades, and sleeper QB talk
• NFL bold predictions: who’s overrated, who’s underrated, and teams to watch in 2025
• Breaking down Ohio State’s defense under Matt Patricia and first impressions of Julian Sayin
• The epic finish to the Friends Tour golf season and championship results
• Future travel plans, life updates, and looking ahead to fall

If you’re into football, golf, or just a fun Saturday conversation, this one’s for you. Drop your takes in the comments ⬇️ — how are you feeling about your fantasy squad, the Buckeyes, or your NFL team this season?

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Intro: Football is back & post-Labor Day vibes 02:30 – Is football a hobby or an obsession? 03:15 – Fantasy Football Draft Recap & live draft stories 07:20 – Draft strategies: QBs early vs. late, trades, & sleepers 15:00 – NFL Bold Predictions (Zach’s Lions hot take!) 21:30 – Division breakdowns: NFC North, NFC South, AFC East 23:00 – Matt Patricia & Ohio State’s revamped defense 26:50 – Why defensive football is the most fun 31:00 – First look at QB Julian Sayin 34:00 – Ohio State WR room & offensive outlook 35:30 – Friends Tour Golf Championship Recap 41:30 – Looking ahead to the Ryder Cup event 42:30 – Fall vibes, trips, weddings, and life updates 46:00 – Travel plans: Cancun & Europe trip ideas 47:45 – Wrapping up & listener shoutouts