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October 8, 2026: The Cowboys escape Houston with a 34–30 win, and George Dunham and Bob Sturm break down the Dak Prescott/CeeDee Lamb connection, Jake Ferguson’s must-have fourth-down catch, and the touchdown drive that brought Dallas back to 2–2.

But there’s still plenty driving the Football Friends crazy: risky long field goals, shaky game management, and another Hail Mary scare.

Plus, encouraging signs on defense, a potential role for DeMarvion Overshown, and a Thursday night date with Tampa Bay that has George wary and Bob calling for a winning streak.

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October 7, 2026 - Since they last talked about pets, there's been some updates for The Musers in this department.

George remembers Gunner, and shares two unexpected encounters with dogs that brought comfort after his loss.

Meanwhile, Junior has a new puppy—and a few brutally honest thoughts about whether his life is better for it.

Add Gordon’s fiercely independent tortoise,and it’s a conversation about why we love our pets, how hard it is to say goodbye, and when we’re ready to do it all again.

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October 1, 2026 - First-and-goal at the two. A chance to win. Somehow, another Cowboys heartbreak.

Your Football Friends unpack Dallas’ 34–31 loss to Baltimore in Rio, from the squandered touchdown opportunity to the special-teams mistakes and defensive breakdown that handed the Ravens the finish.

Bob makes his case for trusting Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and George Pickens—and treating the offense like it has four downs to work with. Can Schotty get more aggressive?

Plus, the bright spots buried beneath the frustration and a look ahead to Houston’s dangerous defense.

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September 30, 2026 - The Musers tackle a report on Gen Z’s changing sex lives, which means awkward dating memories, questionable survey answers, and several terms George wishes he’d never learned.

Before that, listener emails reopen Junior’s conflicts with neighborhood kids, deliver another gift-card disaster, and prompt a look at how the three have kept their partnership together for 33 years.

Plus, quitting vaping, the appeal of cigarettes, and Gordon’s unusual affection for the smell of a smoker’s car.

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September 24, 2026 - A win, a record, and a trip to Brazil. The Football Friends break down the Cowboys’ 37–20 victory over Washington, Dak Prescott’s record-setting afternoon, and why his place in franchise history deserves some appreciation.

Jub & Bob discuss the encouraging signs before looking ahead to Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and a physical Ravens test in Rio—plus why the NFL’s growing international schedule has them throwing flags.

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September 23, 2026 - The Musers celebrate their “Diamond Jubilee” with a podcast edition of Craig’s Scattershooting.

Designer soap sparks a surprisingly personal debate about shower habits, childhood memories bring back the terror of getting the wind knocked out of you, and gift cards come under scrutiny as cash with strings attached.

Plus, a customer-service nightmare and the ultimate Dallas sports hypothetical...

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September 17, 2026 - One game in, and the Cowboys are already testing everyone’s patience.

Our Football Friends break down the 28–20 loss to the Giants, from familiar run-defense problems and blown coverages to Dak Prescott’s costly interception and George Pickens’ drops.

How much patience does Christian Parker’s new defense deserve, and how much more should Dallas demand from its offense?

Plus, a suddenly urgent matchup with Washington and a reminder that the season’s ship hasn’t sunk yet—but George is checking the bilge pump.

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September 16, 2026 - A family outing to a North Texas game turns into a battle over seats. A night of live music ends in a parking-lot showdown. George has a couple of confrontations he can’t shake—and some questions about his own temper.

Craig shares tales of cycling disputes, while Gordon explains his weird way of manging other driver's road rage with, “helpful information.”

The Musers talk standing your ground, knowing when to walk away, and why losing control can bother you long after the argument ends.

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September 10, 2026 - The wait is over. The Cowboys open the 2026 regular season Sunday night against the Giants, and our Football Friends break down what Dallas needs to do to avoid another season that feels over before September ends.

They discuss the importance of a fast start, the impact of Tyler Smith’s injury, what John Harbaugh is building with the Giants, and the questions surrounding Jackson Dart and Cam Skattebo.

Then it’s a look at the NFC East and the bigger picture for Dallas. George sticks with his Cowboys-to-the-Super-Bowl prediction, while Bob explains why an improved offense only needs the defense to become average for this team to make a serious jump.

Plus, could the Cowboys use their newly created cap space for a significant in-season trade?

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September 9, 2026 - Gordo puts George and Craig through a series of moral dilemmas, but things really come apart when the discussion turns to conjoined twins Abby and Brittany; their marriage, tuition, salaries, driving, dating and the impossible logistics of having two minds attached to one life.

Then, because apparently morality needed one more test, they debate whether a man should be allowed to fight a chimpanzee.

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