The FAN Checkdown

Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett open the show by previewing the NFL Thanksgiving slate including the Packers/Lions, their evaluation of Jordan Love’s first season as a starting QB, and if Matt LaFleur’s job is in jeopardy. Next, the boys look into the Cowboys/Commanders game, look into the possibility of Dak Prescott winning MVP this season, discuss Ron Rivera’s tenure as Washington’s head coach and ask if Sam Howell will still be starting for the Commanders next year. Finally, they give their predictions for the Niners/Seahawks divisional primetime match-up.

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Matt Marchese opens the show with Adam Rank from the NFL Network to talk about Tom Brady’s comments about mediocrity within the NFL and if there should be two bye-weeks due to the constant injures. They then discuss the best teams in the NFL after Week 12, and just how impressive the Detroit Lions have been. Next, Matt discusses why Nick Sirianni is good for football as he embraces his villain roll, and which head coaches are on the hot seat as their teams continue to disappoint. (32:30)

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start the show by recapping the Chiefs losing the Super Bowl rematch against the Eagles and Kansas City’s second half woes paired with the receiving core’s inability to catch a football. Next, the boys bring in retired Patriots safety Devin McCourty to talk about the Chiefs loss, the Steelers firing offensive coordinator Matt Canada, if Kenny Pickett should take more blame for the offence struggling, and Bill Belichick not naming a starting QB for the Patriots game against the Giants. The boys wrap up the show by looking into the Eagles continued success despite not playing up to their potential and the Jets benching Zach Wilson after another poor performance.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the show by recapping Week 11 of the NFL with the Buffalo Bills’ get-right game win against the New York Jets and Zach Wilson’s benching. They then debate whether the San Francisco 49ers are back and worth trusting again before looking at the brutal Cleveland Browns/Pittsburgh Steelers game, ending with both questioning if either team makes playoffs. Next, the guys question Brandon Staley’s defensive post-game comments after yet another one-score loss for the Chargers and the Lions comeback win against the Bears (30:37) . Finally, they preview the Monday night Super Bowl rematch between the Eagles and the Chiefs.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the show by discussing last night's Thursday night game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Cincinnati Bengals. They talk about the injuries of Ravens tight end Mark Andrews and Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, as well as the investigation into Burrow's injury and why he wasn't placed on the injured list. Next, the boys look ahead to Week 11, wondering if this is a make-or-break game for both the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets, if the Cleveland Browns can sneak a win over the Steelers, and if the Ravens can maintain their lead in the AFC North without Mark Andrews (30:23). The guys wrap up the show previewing the remaining Week 11 matchups.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the show dissecting the report of Mac Jones losing the locker room with New England Patriots and what the future holds for the struggling team. Later, the boys tee-up the Thursday night-er between Baltimore and Cincinnati as Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic joins the show to discuss Ravens’ concerning trend of late-game collapses. Finally, Sports Illustrated’s James Rapien (31:58) preview the other side with Cincinnati’s roller-coaster season, and Joe Burrow has shown massive growth in adversity.

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Matt Marchese kicks off the show with Adam Rank from the NFL Network on the reports that Deshaun Watson has been ruled out for the rest of the season. They discuss Dorian Thompson-Robinson's selection as starting quarterback over PJ Walker, if it was the right decision, and where the Cleveland Browns go from here. The guys then return to Ken Dorsey's firing, the parallel to Matt Canada, and if the Buffalo Bills are still in postseason contention. Next, the boys talk about C.J. Stroud's domination and whether we'll see more of it from the rookie quarterback. Later, Matt is joined by NFL News Editor for The Score Brenden Deeg (30:08) to discuss Joe Brady's ability to make quick adjustments for the Bills, the end of the Mac Jones era, and the level of trust in Bill Belichick. Finally, Matt wraps up the show with his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback dilemma.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the show discussing the Buffalo Bills' devastating loss to the Denver Broncos, what went wrong, who is to blame, and who should be held accountable for this disastrous season. The lads then respond to the breaking news that the Bills fired offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey; was this the right choice, and will there be more changes in the future? The boys then discuss the New England Patriots' season woes and whether Mac Jones will be the starting quarterback after their bye week (30:49). Finally, the guys wrap up the show by reacting to the Dallas Cowboys' blowout against the New York Giants.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett begin the episode with C.J. Stroud leading the Houston Texans to a victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, followed by more discussion of Stroud being the MVP and whether he can lead them to the playoffs. Next, the guys debate whether the San Francisco 49ers, who dominated the Jacksonville Jaguars, are still Super Bowl hopefuls. The guys then discuss the Cleveland Browns' comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens (35:28), the Ravens' penchant for choking, and whether Lamar Jackson is to blame. Next, the guys discuss Josh Dobbs and the Minnesota Vikings' victory over the New Orleans Saints, as well as the Detroit Lions' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Finally, the guys end the show with their Week 11 preview.

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Matt Marchese and Donnovan Bennett start today’s show by discussing last night's Panthers and Bears game. Was head coach Frank Reich checked out during it and can Justin Fields learn from Tyson Bagent? They also discuss Bill Belichick's responses to the media about coaching for his job next game and Robert Saleh’s recent comments on Zach Wilson. Finally, the guys preview the rest of Week 10 (30:41).

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