Football 2 the MAX

On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Gary Vaughan spend the first 25 minutes discussing the effects Hurricane Irma could have on the NFL. Since the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play their game in Pennsylvania to avoid the storm.

Also, the guys discuss the latest on the Ezekiel Elliot suspension. Harold Henderson decided to uphold the original six game decision. However, Zeke plays Week 1, could this be what the doctor ordered for the Dallas Cowboys? Or it could it go all wrong?

The rest of the show is dedicated to our 2017 NFL Season Preview. The trio go through each division. Pick their winners, and rank the rest of the division in order. Once they finish with all eight divisions, they give out their playoff brackets. Plus, they give you their Super Bowl winners as well. So, this is one you don't want to miss.

On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Gary Vaughan start off by discussing the Ohio State and Indiana game. How much do we make of the first half woes for the Buckeyes? Could Indiana have a good year?

The guys then make predictions for the rest of the big games from this weekend. Plus, they also have College Football Playoff picks. Who makes it into their Top Four?

Finally, the trio end the show with more on the Ezekiel Elliot appeal. The NFLPA is now putting in an injuction to block any suspension. Especially due to mounting against the NFL in the appeal process. We go into how this could affect a reduction of the suspension. Could this make going to court an easier path? And what does it mean for future issues as well.

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through the games from Week 3 of the Preseason. Who impressed in dress rehearsal week? Did some of these named starters deserve their spots? The guys talk all this, and more.

All the news from over the weekend is in-between the games. So, like when we talk Patriots vs. Lions. This is where we talk about the Matthew Stafford $135 Million extension. Not to mention, the Julian Edelman season ending injury too. So, it's important to listen to the whole thing, to get our thoughts on everything that's been happening.

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the two games played on Thursday night’s Preseason action. How did Jay Cutler perform in his second game? Did Matt Moore fair any better? And what about the defenses on both sides? Seven turnovers might be an indication.

Elsewhere, Cam Newton made his preseason debut. Blake Bortles and Chad Henne continued their quarterback battle. Did either one impress? And who’s leading that line at running back for the Carolina Panthers as well.

Finally, we also get into a little bit of news. The Dallas Cowboys are thinking of starting Ezekiel Elliot in preseason game 3. Is it a good idea? And could Cooper Rush become the back-up, behind Dak Prescott? There’s also the suspension of Jalen Strong, and more.

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the Monday Night Football Preseason game between the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants. Who stood out? How serious is the Odell Beckham Jr. injury? And does this make you weary of starters playing a lot next week?

The guys then go around the league, talking about the other games from the weekend.

Finally, there's some news with Roger Goodell close on an extension. Trevor Siemian officially named the starter, and more.

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer makes an important announcement on his health. After that He, Erik Watkins, and Gary Vaughan discuss the Monday Night Football game on Thursday, between the Tampa Bay Bucs and Jacksonville Jaguars. The starters played at least one half of the game, who stood out? Has Blake Bortles returned to form? Or has Chad Henne made it into a full blown competition? After that game, it certainly seems like the latter.

Then, it's time for the news portion of the episode. The guys discuss the ongoing saga between the NFL and the NFLPA. Do these issues feel like they could carry on into 2021? Or do the two sides compromise before then? It's certainly a difficult issue to tackle.

The trio also discuss more on the players sitting during the national anthem, and what the media can do to make this less of a thing. Ryan Kelly's injury effecting Andrew Luck. T.J. Watt replacing James Harrison and more.

On this Football 2 the MAX EXTRA, Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan and Erik Watkins go in-depth for over one hour discussing all things Ezekiel Elliot Suspension. They try to take as many angles as possible, from a legal standpoint, the league's point of view, the Dallas Cowboys and more. How does this affect the team off-the-field? Who starts at running back? And could this even be an issue on defense for the Cowboys too? Does the suspension ultimately go down on appeal? The trio cover it all here.

After that, at about the 1 hour and 10 minute mark, they get into the three-team trade, which wasn't officially a three-team trade. Can it officially be called a rebuilding year for the Buffalo Bills? What does the addition of Sammy Watkins do for Jared Goff? Can Ronald Darby be an answer for the Philadelphia Eagles defensive back depth? Is this a downgrade for Tyrod Taylor? And can Jordan Matthews help the receiving core.

Finally, Ryan Tanehill officially has ACL surgery, could this be his last year as a Miami Dolphins quarterback?

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss some of the games from Wednesday and Thursday of Preseason Week 1.

How much can we really take away from Mitchell Trubisky's performance against the Denver Broncos? What about Paxton Lynch? Did anyone else standout on either side?

DeShaun Watson certainly carried with him his running ability from Clemson, but what about his passing? How'd he do against the Carolina Panthers? Plus, should D'Onta Foreman push Lamar Miller to start? Sean also has thoughts on Deshone Kizer's first preseason game, the improving Cleveland Browns defense. Not to mention, Erik talks Miami and Atlanta too.

Finally, they finish with some news. How big of a help is Martavais Bryant for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Is the NFL going to improve with full-time refs this season? We ponder these questions, and more.

On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the leak, with possible ties to the league itself about the Ezekiel Elliot domestic case. Could this be the final nail in the coffin for Zeke? Or does this just throw more confusion into the whole mess? What should the suspension be, if there is one? The guys debate.

More news coming at ya, with Jay Cutler signing with the Miami Dolphins. Anquan Boldin to the Buffalo Bills. The season ending injury bug bites for more teams. Plus, what does it say that Brock Osweiler, Tom Savage and Trevor Siemian are starting Preseason Week 1?

Finally the Football 2 the MAX trio return, discussing the Hall of Game between the Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals.

Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan and Erik Watkins wonder what can really be analyzed from the game? Who stood out on both sides in this one? How exciting is it to have Football back on the air? Plus, did Jerry Jones get too much attention over the other Hall of Famers?

The guys also discuss the big Ryan Tanehill injury. Is Jay Cutler the right fit for the Miami Dolphins? Is it a better place for Colin Kaepernick? And what's going on with him and the Baltimore Ravens? Is he going to be signed this year? The three debate on that.

Finally, they talk some injuries from training camp and if Ezekiel Elliot starts Week 1 for the Cowboys.