Tackling The Truth: The NFL

Welcome to the first Wild Card Week episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss Super Wild Card Weekend on the NFC side, discussing the matchups and making our game picks and bold predictions!Segments:0:00–56:14 NFC Wild Card Weekend Debates. What are the most important components to victory in the Rams-Seahawks matchup? Will Jared Goff go toe to toe with Russell Wilson, and will it be a defensive showdown? For the Tampa-Washington game, will Tampa's offense continue to dominate against an elite Washington defense? How much faith do we have in Washington's offense against an above average Bucs defense? Can the Bears somehow beat the Saints? If so, what do they need to do to pull off the upset?56:14-1:05:06 The Underdog Playbook: We discuss what needs to be done by each non-favored team in the NFC order to pull out a victory on Wild Card Weekend. What do the Rams, Washington Football Team, and Bears need to do this weekend and what needs to be their gameplan? We put ourselves in the shoes of Brandon Staley (Rams DC), Jack Del Rio (WFT DC), and Matt Nagy/Chuck Pagano (Bears HC/DC)!1:05:06-1:14:50 NFC Wild Card Game Picks!1:14:50-1:19:28 NFC Wild Card Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the second Week 16 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the remaining debate topics from Week 16 and look ahead to the final week of the regular season!Segments:0:00–27:16 Bills vs Chiefs discussion. Have the Buffalo Bills proven that they are now the best team in the NFL? Are the Chiefs or maybe even the Packers still better? How does Buffalo stack up against the rest of the top contenders in the league and how confident do we feel about Josh Allen and his team heading into the postseason?27:16-50:43 Week 17 Game Picks & NFC/AFC Playoff Scenarios!50:43-57:23 Week 17 Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the first Week 16 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the debate topics from Week 16.Segments:0:00–23:00 Dolphins quarterback discussion. Should Tua continue to start, or is it time for Fitzmagic to fully take back the reins? How does Miami stack up in the AFC and how deep can they go into the playoffs?23:00-42:25 AFC Playoff Picture discussion. How do we feel about the Steelers now after an impressive win against the Colts? Is this an anomaly for the Colts or will they bounce back and be a threat in the AFC? How do the playoff teams in the AFC stack up, and how much faith do we have in each team to cause upsets?42:25-1:09:55 NFC Playoff Picture discussion. How does the NFC West stack up now that Seattle beat LA? Are the Seahawks a top 3 team in the NFC? Who will snag the last 2 spots in the NFC Wildcard: Arizona, Chicago, or LA? How much confidence do we have in the Bears, and what do they need to improve?Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the second Week 15 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the remaining debate topics from Week 15, the Pro Bowl, and look ahead to Week 16!Segments:0:00–18:00 Steelers-Bengals recap. What is wrong with the Steelers? How should Mike Tomlin handle the declining play of his team, especially that of Juju Smith-Schuster? How are they going to fare moving forward, and what can they do to fix their situation in the playoffs?18:00-27:00 Washington Football Team discussion. What exactly is going on with Dwayne Haskins, and what can the WFT do moving forward? Is Haskins a bust? Should Dan Snyder sell the team, and what exactly can be done about his behavior, especially with the news of the settlement?27:00-1:05:00 Pro Bowl discussion. How do we feel about the Pro Bowl selections this year? Who was snubbed in the NFC, and why? Who should not have made the Pro Bowl and undeservedly received a roster spot? Who was snubbed in the AFC, and how in the hell did DeForest Buckner miss the Pro Bowl? Should the Pro Bowl consider changing their structure to allow the best players at each position to make it? How do we feel about the Pro Bowl as a general indicator of talent?1:05:00-1:18:10 Week 16 Game Picks!1:18:10-1:23:13 Week 16 Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the first Week 15 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the first set of debate topics from Week 15.Segments:0:00–21:42 Chiefs-Saints debate. How do we feel about the Saints viability in the NFC, and how will they fare in the postseason against everyone else? Are there teams in the NFC that will be able to hang with the AFC? Should Drew Brees have come back, and would Taysom Hill have made a difference?21:42-40:34 Jaguars-Jets debate. Now that the Jets won, what do the Jaguars and Jets do with the #1 and #2 overall picks? Do they take Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, or trade down for more assets? How do we feel about Justin Fields and the rest of the quarterbacks in this upcoming draft class?40:34-59:30 NFC West/Wildcard Discussion. How do we feel about the Rams now that they lost in such embarrassing fashion? Who wins next week, Seattle or the Rams? Who do we expect to come out of the NFC West, and where does Arizona stand? Will the Cardinals hold onto their wildcard spot, or will the Bears win out and grab the 7th seed?59:30-1:12:44 Carson Wentz! How do we feel about Wentz now that Jalen Hurts has succeeded? Has his time in Philadelphia ended? How has he handled his demotion? Where is Carson Wentz headed next if he doesn't stay in Philly?Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the second Week 14 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the remaining debate topics from Week 14, and look ahead to Week 15!Segments:0:00–17:54 Ravens-Browns Debate. The Ravens pulled out the win in a phenomenal game on Monday night, but which team is more of a long term threat in the AFC this year? Are you rolling with the Ravens, or are the Browns the more dominant team moving forward?17:54-59:30 AFC Playoff Picture discussion. Out of the Titans, Colts, Ravens, Dolphins, Browns, and Raiders, which 3 teams will secure a wildcard spot? Do you believe more in Miami or Las Vegas? How do Buffalo and Pittsburgh stack up against the Chiefs, and who can upset the division leaders in the AFC? Who is representing the AFC in the Super Bowl?59:30-1:09:30 Week 15 Game Picks!1:09:30-1:15:44 Week 15 Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the first Week 14 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the first set of debate topics from Week 14.Segments:0:00–27:16 NFL MVP Debate. Did Aaron Rodgers come even with or possibly inch ahead of Patrick Mahomes in the MVP conversation after yesterday's games? Who is more valuable to their team, and who has had less bad games? Are either of them propped up by their coaches and/or weapons?27:16-54:00 NFC Playoff Picture discussion. Is the Washington Football Team poised to hold on to the NFC East title and possibly upset someone in the playoffs? Is their defense a Super Bowl defense? Should we be worried about the Saints, and is Taysom Hill still a better option for the Saints moving forward?54:00-1:09:14 Change My Mind: The Buffalo Bills would not be a playoff team this year (and potentially as bad as the Houston Texans) without Stefon Diggs this year. How great of a receiver is Diggs in this league?Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the second Week 13 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss the remaining debate topics from Week 13, and look ahead to Week 14.Segments:0:00–11:33 NFL COVID Situation. How has the NFL handled COVID up till this point, especially with Dez Bryant testing positive before the game and being pulled during warm ups? How has the NFL failed in handling COVID this season and what can we expect them to do moving forward?11:33-23:35 Steelers-Washington discussion. What went wrong with the Steelers and was this loss a long time coming? What can they fix to continue being contenders in the AFC moving forward? Can they hang with the Bills and the mighty Chiefs?23:35-1:14:00 NFC Playoff Picture discussion. In an extremely tight NFC wildcard race, which 6-6/5-7 teams are in contention to snag the final spots? Which teams are pretenders and which are real contenders? Out of the 49ers, Cardinals, Vikings, Washington, Detroit, and Chicago, which team ends up making it out of the NFC? Can we surehandedly say goodbye to some teams still "in the hunt"? On the other hand, how do the top teams in the NFC stack up against each other? How do we rank the top 5 teams in the NFC?1:14:00-1:25:37 Week 14 Game Picks!1:25:37-1:28:26 Week 14 Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the first Week 13 episode of Tackling The Truth! This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we discuss some debate topics from Week 13.Segments:0:00–30:10 Browns-Titans discussion. How much did everyone overlook the Browns? Can they snag the top Wildcard spot in the playoffs and sustain their momentum? Why is Baker Mayfield playing so well now as opposed to earlier in the season? Should the Titans be worried? Do they need to modify their gameplans? Who is ultimately going to come out of the AFC South?30:10-55:46 Is Taysom Hill the long term answer for the Saints? When Drew Brees comes back, should Sean Payton put him back in immediately or should he "ride the hot hand"? Should the Saints be worried about anyone else in the NFC moving forward?55:46-1:06:46 Jets/Jaguars discussion. If you were going to be a head coach next season, would you rather be the head coach of the New York Jets or the Jacksonville Jaguars? Do we know for sure that Adam Gase and Doug Marrone are gone next year? Are the Jets and Jags going to go 1-2 in the NFL Draft, and how do the franchises look from a GM standpoint?Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth, Instagram @tacklingthetruth, and TikTok @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to like, comment, subscribe or share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.

Welcome to the second Week 12 episode of Tackling The Truth. This podcast features weekly game recaps followed by discussions and debates of the hottest NFL storylines. On this episode we wrap up Week 12 and look ahead to Week 13, as well as this year's incoming Hall of Fame class.Segments:0:00 – 21:56 MNF Seahawks-Eagles discussion. Is Seattle's improved defense here to stay? What is going on in Philadelphia and what should the Eagles do about Carson Wentz? What is the future at QB for the Eagles?21:56 - 32:52 Hall of Fame future class discussion. Is Calvin Johnson a lock for first ballot HOF, or will his early retirement hold him back from making it immediately? Who may take his spot on this ballot, and on the flipside, who would he take a spot from on the ballot this year? Retirees on their first ballot: Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson, Jared Allen, Calvin Johnson.32:52 - 56:28 Week 13 Game Picks & Bold Predictions!Send us an email with comments and suggestions on what to include for next week's episode! Email [email protected] for segments and debates topics you want to hear. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @TacklinTheTruth and Instagram @tacklingthetruth! If you enjoy our content, feel free to Like, Comment, Subscribe or Share with your friends! We’re up on Spotify, with Apple Podcasts coming soon.