Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel exchange some car stories before diving into the Broncos advancing without an injured Bo Nix.  Matt explains how the team moves forward this week and has the opportunity to rally around Jarrett Stidham. Looking at the head coaching openings, who would be the ideal candidate for the Bills?  Matt thinks it's a tough spot because of the immediate Super Bowl expectations. 

It's Conference Championship Playoff Weekend and the Patriots should feel confident against the Broncos. The Rams visit the Seahawks and Bobby explains why Matthew Stafford is the best QB left playing. 

Boston Globe Sr. NFL Writer Ben Volin will be in Denver to cover the Patriots.  Ben notes the turnaround from New England after Mike Vrabel joined the team.   How has Drake Maye established himself as the leader of this locker room?  Ben was surprised by the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott because coaching wasn't their issue this season.  What is the best candidate for Buffalo? Ben feels like the Seahawks have the advantage of rest against the Rams, but LA has been playing tough. Ben reveals his favorites for MVP this season, before Matt asks for Ben's favorite Tim Tebow story.

With 4 QB's left, which one has the best 'story' if they won the Super Bowl? 

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel react to the breaking news that Mike Tomlin will step down from the Steelers.  Bobby looks at the head coaching jobs available and pool of very qualified candidates.  With 8 teams left, Bobby gives his NFL Power Rankings for quarterbacks.  Bobby notes the young players on the list and how certain teams should be excited for next season regardless of the outcome of this season.

Looking at the upcoming schedule, which teams are watching injury updates?  Matt talks about being in concussion protocol and realizing you need to recover.  How can the 49ers continue to lose players and still win?  Bobby thinks the Rams could be the best team left in the playoffs. Bobby and Matt make their picks for the Divisional Round.

3x Super Bowl Champion Ed McCaffrey looks back at his playing days and how different the league is in 2026. Ed explains how he found such success in Denver after playing for the Giants and the 49ers. Ed reveals that he didn't trash talk other players but got a lot thrown his way as a player.  Ed is impressed with the 49ers including the coaching of Kyle Shanahan and the play of Christian McCaffrey.  

Bobby wraps up with his list of quarterbacks that he'd like to be friends with.  Plus, how 'healthy' are teams at this point in the season?

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel welcome 2x Super Bowl Champion Logan Ryan to the podcast! Logan talks about his journey from the football field to being a broadcaster.  Logan had the chance to call Myles Garrett getting the sack record, but was it worth a stoppage of play? Mike Vrabel has brought a new swagger to the Patriots and coaches regardless of winning or losing.  

How does the game change during the playoffs?  Logan look the matchup between the Chargers and Patriots.  The Bills are headed to the Jaguars and Matt wonders if Jacksonville is being overlooked.  How does a rivalry matchup between the Packers and Bears change in the playoffs?  Looking at the 49ers/Eagles matchup, Logan feels this game comes down to coaching.  

If the MVP award is between Drake Maye or Matthew Stafford, who does Logan think wins it? Bobby asks how much prep time Logan has for the games he's calling.  Moving over the College Football, Logan gives his thoughts on NIL and the Portal.  How does it affect the players going through college and ultimately the NFL?  

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel recap their holidays that saw Matt returning with a beard after a ski trip and Bobby spending time in NYC.  Previewing this weekend's games, why are Bobby and Matt on different sides of 49ers/Eagles?  How will the Steelers hold up against the Texans defense?  The Rams visit the Panthers.

Matt questions the Eagles decision to rest their starters against the Commanders.  Bobby wonders why no one is talking about an Eagles repeat.  Has the opportunity to win the Super Bowl ever been more open to every playoff team?  Matt explains how teams scout for potential opponents through the postseason.  The Ravens are making changes, but Matt doesn't think Lamar Jackson should be one of those changes.  

Bobby updates his NFL Power Rankings before we look at the best head coaching jobs available.  Looking ahead to Wild Card Weekend, what do you expect from the 3rd matchup between the Packers and Bears?  The Bills are headed to the Jaguars, who have won 8 straight. 

Watch for another episode this week with 2x Super Bowl Champion Logan Ryan!

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel are getting ready for the holiday season and Matt recalls some of the gifts he gave to his offensive lineman.  What are some of the best (or less than best) QB gifts given?  While suits are regular gifts, Bobby reveals how he's bought some of his most expensive suits.

NFL Red Zone's Scott Hanson drops by and explains how he broke into the business and met Matt a long time ago.   At the same time, Scott relives a laughably regrettable experience with Mike Vrabel.  Matt talks about his audition to host Red Zone and who he believes is one of the nicest people he's ever met in the NFL.  Plus, is there a bucket list event that Scott would like to cover?

Bobby wraps up with the best three games coming in Week 17.  Have a Happy Holiday!

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel begin with the season of gift giving and deciding love languages.  Looking back at Week 15, the Micah Parsons injury could have a huge impact on the rest of the Packers season.  How will Patrick Mahomes' injury affect his future? Bobby delivers his NFL Power Rankings and how the Top 5 teams fared last weekend.

Who are your Coach of the Year candidates?  Bobby notes Jeffery Simmons' house being broken into while on a roadtrip and asks about security.  What are the three biggest matchups coming in NFL Week 16?

Actor Bill Fagerbakke drops by to talk about the upcoming 'Spongebob Squarepants Movie' coming out this weekend.  Bill talks about some of his past characters and the audition process for the jobs.  Bill was a college athlete and talks about how the talents transferred from sports to acting.  Bill explains how he joined the show and how the voice of  has evolved and changed over the years.  

We wrap up with the best storylines coming down the stretch and the most interesting divisions. Plus, can you definitively say which team will win the AFC or NFC?

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel are looking forward to today's guest but were shocked with the Colts' interest in Philip Rivers. Bobby gives his NFL Power Rankings following the Week 14 results. The Bears fall short against the Packers, but you're seeing a positive shift in their offense.  Have the Patriots gotten too good, too fast?   Matt notes the number of quality teams in the NFC.  We look forward to the top three matchups coming in Week 15. 

14x WWE Champion Charlotte Flair talks about her training regimen and finding her way to the WWE. Charlotte started in college volleyball and explains what lessons it taught her.  Matt asks about developing a character and the work that goes into that.  Charlotte explains the difference in being a villain versus being a 'good' guy wrestler.  How hard is it to separate yourself from your character?  Bobby discusses Royal Rumble before we look at what's next for Charlotte.

Back to the NFL,  Shedeur Sanders will start the remaining 4 games, so will the Browns know if he's the future? Matt offers up his concerns about the Eagles and Jalen Hurts.  Bobby surprises Matt with a clip from his playing days and the one punt of his career!

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel open with Arkansas Football hiring a new head coach.  Matt recalls playing under Lane Kiffin and comments on him going to LSU.  Bobby reveals his NFL Power Rankings and his top 5 teams in the league.  Matt is amazed at the number of 2nd year QBs leading some of the best teams.  

After seeing so many upsets this season, Matt wonders if there are any teams in the NFL that feel unbeatable?  Bobby walks through what the Chiefs and Cowboys would need to do in order to make the playoffs.  

Matt enjoyed Ben Johnson's post-win celebration but asks if a fake tan was involved.  Bobby looks at the most impactful injuries around the league for teams in contention.  Steelers fans aren't happy, but is moving on from Mike Tomlin the right choice? We wrap up with Bobby naming the 3 biggest matchups in Week 14. 

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel talk about their recent travels with Matt spending the weekend in California for UCLA/USC.  Bobby shares some of his travel stories and tales of sitting in first class. What are the rules of interacting with celebs while traveling?

NY Times Author Ken Belson talks about his book 'Every Day is Sunday'.  Ken discusses the impact of Roger Goodell on the NFL and his relationship with team owners.  Matt asks about Jerry Jones and Robert Kraft being the biggest owners in the league. Bobby asks about the charm of Jerry Jones and his interactions with the media and fans. How did the NFL change from being football people to having business people buying teams and driving growth. 

Ken looks at the ups and downs of the NFL and Roger Goodell's growth over the least decade.  What are the next steps and plans for the league and the players?  Look for Week 13 recap and a look ahead to Week 14 coming up in the second half coming up tomorrow!

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Bobby Bones and Matt Cassel discuss their Thanksgiving and football watching plans.  Actor Scott Porter talks about his connections to the University of Texas and being a Broncos fan.  How does he feel about Bo Nix and the Broncos chances? Scott explains how streaming has extended the popularity of 'Friday Night Lights' and how he performed on 'The Masked Singer'. Scott wraps up with his Mount Rushmore of Broncos and going to games. 

What are the biggest three matchups in NFL Week 13.  Legendary Agent Sandy Montag talks about his history with John Madden.  Sandy explains the thinking that Madden had a fear of flying, when it was actually something else!  Madden would watch film and over-prepare as a broadcaster and Sandy reveals when John went from traveling by train to the famed Madden cruiser. Bobby asks about the origin of the Madden video game and John's involvement. Sandy walks through John's move to FOX and ultimately his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.  We wrap with this year's Fourth Anniversary of John Madden's Thankgiving and Bobby's NFL Power Rankings.

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