The FAN Checkdown

Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett react to the New York Jets' decision to fire head coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start and what comes next for Aaron Rodgers and co. under interim skipper Jeff Ulbrich. Do owner Woody Johnson and GM Joe Douglas deserve more of the blame? Later, columnist Mike Silver (27:35) shares his thoughts on the Saleh decision before discussing his new book, 'The Why Is Everything,' on the NFL's young coaching revolution. Finally, a chat about the NFLPA's fight against locker room media availability.

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Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett recap the longest Sunday in NFL history, starting with the two island games - Cowboys at Steelers on Sunday night and Jets vs. Vikings in London. Is Rodgers the problem for New York? Then, they discuss the Bills' costly clock management against the Texans, Lamar and Burrow's OT showdown and impressive rookie QB play around the league. Finally, Chiefs radio analyst Joshua Brisco (36:30) helps tee up an undermanned KC squad's Monday nighter against the Saints.

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Sho Alli and Donnovan Bennett kick off with a recap of the Falcons' 36-30 overtime win over the Buccaneers, including Kirk Cousins' 500-passing-yard outing. They look ahead to Sunday starting with the international series between the Jets and Vikings (16:15) in London and the revenge stage for Sam Darnold. Then, they go through the rest of Sunday's busy Week 5 slate - Panthers at Bears (22:05), Colts at Jaguars (28:23), Bills at Texans (35:09), Ravens at Bengals (38:10), Browns at Commanders (40:56), Raiders at Broncos (43:17), Cardinals at 49ers (44:48), Giants at Seahawks (46:44), Packers at Rams (48:13) and Cowboys at Steelers (48:59).

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Sho Alli checks back in with the Davante Adams drama in Vegas and looks at which of the rumoured teams need him the most. FOX Sports Bucs reporter Greg Auman (5:02) helps tee up the Thursday nighter between Tampa and Atlanta and highlights Mike Evans' unsung impact, the rep split between Rachaad White and Bucky Irving, and Baker Mayfield's reinvention. Then, sports doctor Jesse Morse (26:30) shares why injuries are up around the league and breaks down the status of various sidelined stars. Finally, The Athletic's Josh Kendall (39:23) shares a Falcons POV of tonight's game and discusses Kirk Cousins' rocky start to his Atlanta tenure, Kyle Pitts' usage and how he feels about Raheem Morris' season coaching so far.

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Donnovan Bennett catches up with Sho Alli after his trip to Miami - from the highs of Alabama vs. Georgia to the lows of Dolphins vs. Titans on Monday night. They discuss Snoop Huntley's Dolphins debut, what it says about McDaniel's system and the backup QB's rising value in today's NFL. Then, they get into Davante Adams' trade request, the cost and where he fits best. Finally, NFL Network's Adam Rank (29:28) shares his thoughts on the Davante drama and goes through the teams that should and shouldn't be in on him.

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Lions analyst Ty Schalter (1:57) joins Sho Alli to recap Detroit's 42-29 win over the Seahawks, including Jared Goff's perfect game, the dynamic backfield duo of Montgomery and Gibbs, and Geno Smith's strong primetime outing. Then, they discuss Tom Brady's and Baker Mayfield's public disagreement about fun vs. fundamentals. Later, Sirius XM Fantasy host Jim Coventry (26:13) joins the show to discuss fantasy football surprises through four weeks and the hottest waiver pickups heading into Week 5.

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In his first show as host, Sho Alli is joined by Bleacher Report's Brad Gagnon (1:20) to look back on Sunday's Week 4 action. They dig into Ravens/Bills and Derrick Henry's dominance, the Chiefs showing cracks in their win against the Chargers and a coaching duel between the Packers and Vikings. Later, former pro & Seahawks analyst Dave Wyman (16:37) tees up Seattle's Monday night matchup against the Lions. Finally, Sports Illustrated Dolphins reporter Alain Poupart (30:15) sets the stage for Miami's game against the Titans and shares expectations for Tyler 'Snoop' Huntley's Dolphins debut.

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On his final show, Matt Marchese is joined by new host of The FAN Checkdown Sho Alli to help recap the Cowboys' 20-15 win over the Giants on TNF, including Malik Nabers' dominance, costly injuries for the Cowboys and Dallas' ineffective run-game. Then, a chat about QB contracts and how market inflation has impacted roster construction. Later, Sho helps preview Vikings at Packers (21:09) before Matt breaks down some of Week 4's other intriguing matchups - Eagles at Bucs (31:46), Saints at Falcons (36:19), Chiefs at Chargers (40:58) and Bills at Ravens (44:37).

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In their final episode together, Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start with a game of Real Talk or Fake News on Week 4 storylines. Then, Giants reporter for The Athletic Dan Duggan (15:22) helps tee up their Thursday night matchup against the Cowboys and discusses Malik Nabers' impact, the loss of Saquon Barkley and Daniel Jones' future in New York. Cowboys reporter Calvin Watkins (32:49) shares a Dallas POV of the game, including defensive concerns, their ineffective run game and Jerry Jones' goals for this season.

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NFL Network's Adam Rank joins Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett (1:49) to discuss the state of kicking around the league, the Steelers' ceiling with Justin Fields, coaches already on the hot seat and concerning starts for the Cowboys, 49ers and Bengals. Then, Matt and Donnovan react to Josh Allen's subtle shot at Stefon Diggs. Finally, they discuss how rookie QBs are developed in today's NFL and the keys to getting a prospect a running start in the pros.

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