Initial Contact

The Raiders’ impressive win streak has officially come to an end, as Kansas City hands Las Vegas its first loss of the season. Richie Incognito & Christian Fauria break down what went wrong for the Raiders and what this loss means moving forward.
Plus, the guys react to the Patriots BEATING the Bills, the Rams taking down the Eagles, and the biggest storylines from both games. They also dive into altercations with referees and what it’s really like for players and coaches when emotions boil over with officials.

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The Browns are BACK in the conversation.

Richie Incognito and Christian Fauria react to Cleveland’s huge Week 4 win over the Steelers and break down what this victory means for the Browns moving forward. The guys discuss Cleveland’s physical style of play, the team’s confidence, and what Deshaun Watson’s return could mean for the Browns. Then it’s time for Richie’s Raiders as Vegas looks to start 4-0 and finally earn the respect of the NFL. The guys also preview Broncos vs. 49ers and ask whether the matchup could be a potential Super Bowl preview. Plus, Rams vs. Eagles and which team has more to prove heading into the matchup.

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Richie Incognito and Christian Fauria are back for Episode 7 of Initial Contact, breaking down the biggest storylines from around the NFL.

The guys kick things off with Richie’s Raiders and discuss Vegas’ hot start before breaking down the Broncos’ win over the Rams and whether Denver can contend despite Bo Nix.

Christian goes in on Drake Maye after a brutal performance against the Jaguars, finishing with 0 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. The guys also react to the Ravens’ win over the Cowboys and debate whether Dallas has become “America’s Joke.”
Then it’s time for Punishers of the Week, as Richie and Christian debate which offensive and defensive lines dominated in the trenches.

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The Packers are off to a brutal start, and Richie Incognito & Christian Fauria are breaking down what’s gone wrong in Green Bay. Is Matt LaFleur or Jordan Love more to blame?

Plus, the guys dive into the Raiders’ quest for 3-0, the 0-2 teams under pressure, life with a backup quarterback, the Seahawks’ dominant defensive line, and the teams that need to PROVE IT this week.

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The Raiders are 2-0, and Richie Incognito is LOVING it! :fire: Richie & Christian Fauria break down Las Vegas’ hot start, react to their Week 2 matchup, and discuss what this 2-0 start could mean for the Raiders moving forward. Plus, the guys recap the biggest Week 2 games, surprises, standout performances, and storylines from around the NFL. From statement wins to teams that raised some serious questions, Richie & Christian break it all down!

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Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills just put the NFL on NOTICE! :flushed: Richie Incognito & Christian Fauria break down Buffalo’s explosive win over the Lions, react to Josh Allen’s incredible performance, and discuss whether the Bills are becoming the team to beat in the AFC.

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Richie Incognito and Christian Fauria break down the biggest storylines from an action-packed NFL Week 1. The guys recap the week’s biggest shootouts, discuss whether the Buffalo Bills are emerging as the AFC’s best team, and break down the Giants’ statement win over the Cowboys.They also dive into the biggest surprises, standout performances, and what Week 1 could mean for the rest of the NFL season.

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Richie Incognito and Christian Fauria break down the biggest storylines from NFL Week 1, reacting to the Rams vs. 49ers and Patriots vs. Seahawks. The guys discuss Drake Maye’s brutal late-game collapse, preview Bills vs. Texans and Cowboys vs. Giants, and debate which teams have the better chance to come out on top. They also break down the key one-on-one matchups in Commanders vs. Eagles, Ravens vs. Colts, and Dolphins vs. Raiders, while making their picks for each game.

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Initial Contact is live NFL podcast hosted by former NFL players Richie Incognito and Christian Fauria. Real player insight, big NFL stories, and no holding back. LIVE every Monday & Friday.

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