Touchdown & Ties

Cupcake week in week 13? Yeah. Everyone say thank you to the SEC. But the B1G and the ACC came through for our entertainment this week. In this week’s episode, we discuss Michigan’s impressive win over Maryland, Notre Dame unbelievable start (and finish) against Syracuse, USC and Oregon CFB elimination game, and of course, we preview The Game next week. We hope you all enjoy the episode.

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Y’all stay here til we get back. KB

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to College Football Week 13

02:40 Cupcake Games and Their Impact

04:27 Virginia Tech's Coaching Changes

07:14 Lane Kiffin's Future and Coaching Offers

10:00 Nick Saban's Call for Coaching Rule Changes

14:26 Impact of Coaching Changes on Rankings

16:18 USC vs Oregon: A Game of Elimination

17:38 Michigan's Performance and Future Prospects

19:08 Injuries and Their Implications for Michigan

21:55 The Rivalry: Michigan vs Ohio State

26:58 Looking Ahead: Playoff Implications and Expectations

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I discuss the key matchups from NFL Week 11. We talk about the Lions' disappointing loss to the Eagles and is Dan Campbell too aggressive at times? The Seahawks' narrow defeat against the Rams in the battle for the NFC West, Josh Allen does it all himself against the Bucs, the fall of the Chiefs dynasty imminent? And of course, Shedeur Sanders makes his NFL debut against the Ravens. The episode wraps up with a look ahead to Week 12 and the upcoming matchups. Thank you guys so much for tuning in with us. 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to NFL Week 11 Recap

02:32 Lions vs. Eagles: A Defensive Battle

05:21 Seahawks vs. Rams: Mistakes and Missed Opportunities

07:53 Buffalo Bills vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: A Must-Win Game

10:44 Kansas City Chiefs: Struggles and Future Challenges

13:05 Ravens vs. Browns: A Comeback Story

15:41 Shedeur Sanders: Debut and Expectations

18:27 Wrap-Up and Looking Ahead to Week 12

Image credits 

All Pro Reels

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/50808434102/ (eagles)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54807304078/ (parsons)

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I recap week 12 of college football, as Michigan narrowly avoids defeat from Northwestern, OU breaks Bama’s 17 home game winning streak, and Georgia's dominance over Texas once again. We discuss the implications of injuries for the Lions as we look ahead to their SNF match-up against the reigning Super Bowl champs and reflect on the overall performance of teams as they head into the final stretch of the season.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Week 12

01:50 Michigan vs. Northwestern Game Analysis

09:00 Dynamic Duos and Future Prospects

10:26 Texas A&M's Historic Comeback

12:51 SEC Championship Insights

13:50 Alabama's Unexpected Loss to Oklahoma

16:37 Oklahoma's Playoff Prospects

18:30 Georgia Dominates Texas

22:36 The Impact of Onside Kicks

25:19 Lions' Injury Challenges and Upcoming Games

Image Credits

Maize and Blue Nation

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/53443105168/ (michigan rose bowl)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/51696483744/ (michigan vs maryland)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/52527221719/ (michigan vs ohio state)

Shutterbug459

https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Shutterbug459&action=edit&redlink=1 (johnny manziel)

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown and Ties, Daddy and I recap NFL Week 10, focusing on the Lions' impressive victory, the struggles of the Packers, and the surprising performance of the Bears. We discuss the the Ravens' push for the AFC North title and we predict they may go on a run now that Lamar Jackson is back. But, also how the AFC North is anyone’s ball game. We talk about the challenges facing the Bills and Chiefs as we head into week 11 and time is running out for teams to turn things around. 

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• Bri and Keith

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to NFL Week 10 Highlights

02:46 Lions' Comeback and Offensive Strategy

05:25 Analyzing the Commanders' Defense and Lions' Performance

08:13 Packers' Struggles and NFC North Dynamics

11:02 Giants' Coaching Changes and Future Prospects

13:43 Bears' Surprising Performance and NFC North Rivalry

14:55 NFC North Division Dynamics

16:47 Vikings vs. Ravens: A Tale of Two Games

18:49 AFC North: Ravens, Steelers, and Bengals Showdown

21:17 AFC Playoff Picture: Surprises and Predictions

24:17 Key Matchups Ahead: Week 11 Preview

Image Credits

Kevind810

https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Kevind810&action=edit&redlink=1 (dan campbell)

All Pro Reels

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52480400139/ (Dan Campbell)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54841069731/ (commanders)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54841080716/ (commanders)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52379271755/ 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52378853256/ (penei sewell)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/51803514810/ (jalen hurts)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/50507564638/ (new york giants)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52480079956/in/album-72177720303446845/

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I discuss the latest happenings in the B1G as the home team had a bye-week. We talk about arguably what we considered the game of the week, the thrilling Indiana vs. Penn State matchup. We share our thoughts on the performance of key players, the excitement brought by commentator Gus Johnson, and the implications of these games on the playoff picture. The episode also covers the dominance of Ohio State in the Big Ten and the upcoming games of OH, IU, USC, Oregon and Michigan and how that could shape the B1G championship game and the playoff picture.

We hope you guys enjoy this episode. If you haven’t already, please go ahead and follow us on social media (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook) and wherever you listen to podcasts (Youtube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts) @ touchdownandties. Thank you guys for tuning in. Y’all stay here til we get back. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Week 11 in College Football

02:34 Game Highlights: Indiana vs. Penn State

05:13 Referee Decisions and Commentary

07:47 Key Players and Performances

10:39 Coaching Decisions and Game Strategy

13:17 Oregon vs. Iowa: A Close Finish

14:02 Ohio State's Dominance in the Big Ten

16:35 Playoff Scenarios and Tiebreakers

19:47 The Complexity of College Football Rankings

22:48 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Games and Predictions

Image credits

Maize and Blue Nation

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/53978888623/ (nick saban college game day)

Ruralexpat

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Ruralexpat (julian Sayin 2024)

In this week’s episode, Daddy and I break down the Lions shocking loss against the Vikings, JD5 devastating injury and those across the NFL, the implications of the Bills victory against the Chiefs but their recent inability to be victorious in the post-season. Can the Cowboys win out and still have a chance at a playoff berth? Are the Ravens about to go on an unforeseen run now that Lamar Jackson is back? We talk about it all in this week's recap of week 9 in the NFL! 

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Thank you guys so much for tuning in and we’ll catch you in the next one.

Image Credits

All Pro Reels

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/54871736205/ (marshon lattimore)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54841081011/ (luke mccaffrey)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/7984123813/ (rober griffin)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52480402764/ (penei sewell) 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/52480402764/ (taylor decker) 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/54871687064/ (jayden daniels)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54858648471/ (jayden daniels, marcus mariotta) 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54857792982/ (jayden daniels)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54791264062/ (malik nabers)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54752619915/ 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/53916585112/ (dan quinn) 

Keith Allison

https://www.flickr.com/photos/keithallison/15053365848/in/set-72157647589864991 (robert griffin)

Alexander Jonsei

https://www.flickr.com/photos/alexanderjonesi/50645056777/ (burrow)

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I start this week [IN THE HUDDLE] as we discuss the Dodgers' historic World Series win. We then get back in the game as we discuss the resurgence of the Texas Longhorns and their dominate win over Vandy. We talk about other exciting moments from the SEC this week and wrap up with Michigan's just ok win against Purdue and Ohio State and IU's battle for the B1G.

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Takeaways

The Dodgers' back-to-back World Series win marks a significant achievement in baseball history.

Miami's recent losses have raised concerns about their playoff hopes this season.

Week 10 of college football saw major upsets and shifts in rankings, impacting playoff scenarios.

Michigan's performance against Purdue was underwhelming, raising questions about their readiness for tougher opponents.

Ohio State's defense has been historically strong this season, outscoring opponents significantly.

The importance of accountability in sports, especially for quarterbacks like Carson Beck.

The significance of team dynamics and injuries as Michigan prepares for upcoming games.

The impact of coaching styles on team performance and player accountability.

The excitement surrounding the upcoming Ohio State vs. Michigan game is palpable among fans.

The hosts emphasize the need for teams to perform at their best as the season approaches its climax.

00:00 Introduction to Touchdown in Ties

00:37 Dodgers' World Series Triumph

07:57 Week 10 College Football Overview

16:34 Game Highlights and Analysis

20:27 Tactical Decisions in Football

24:52 Michigan's Performance Review

28:13 Ohio State's Dominance in the Big Ten

32:59 Comparing Conferences: Big Ten vs SEC

37:20 Wrap-Up and Future Outlook

Image credits

All Pro Reels

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/53677091634/ (ohtani)

Maize and Blue Nation

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/54114500133/ (donovan edwards)

Steve Chang Bruin Report online

https://www.flickr.com/photos/126753091@N05/49129712206/

JAFCG

https://www.flickr.com/photos/theoldguard/53456655738/

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Tides, Daddy and I discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including the Jets' first win, the Colts' surprising success, and team’s performances as head into November. 

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Takeaways

The Jets finally secured their first win of the season against the Bengals.

The Colts are unexpectedly leading the AFC with a 7-1 record.

The Cowboys continue to struggle, having not beaten the Broncos since 1995.

The Steelers' alternate uniforms were criticized for being horrendous.

Jordan Love's performance against the Steelers was a standout moment.

The Packers have had only three quarterbacks since 1992, showcasing their stability.

Injuries are a significant factor affecting team performance across the league.

The Chiefs are currently playing their best football, with Mahomes in MVP form.

00:00 Introduction and NFL Week 8 Overview

00:44 Celebrating the Jets' First Win

03:17 The Rise of the Indianapolis Colts

06:07 Cowboys' Inconsistency and Upcoming Challenges

09:02 Steelers vs. Packers: A Game of Uniforms

11:53 Jordan Love's Breakout Performance

15:59 AFC North Division Dynamics

16:41 Analyzing the Bears' Performance Against the Ravens

18:52 Injuries and Their Impact on NFL Teams

20:51 The Giants' Struggles and the Eagles' Resurgence

25:33 Previewing the Commanders vs. Chiefs Matchup

Image credits

All Pro Reels

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0 (johnathan taylor)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 (george pickens)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 (michael penix jr)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 (michael penix jr)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 (malik nabers)

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 (deebo samuel)

Alexander jonesi

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0 (ceedee)

Paul Cutler

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0 (brett farve)

Mike Morebeck

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0 (aaron rogers)

Erik Drost

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 (joe flacco)

Keith Allison

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0 (bill cowher)

Cramerwiki 

http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en (mike tomlin)

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I discuss the highlights and key moments from week eight of college football, including thrilling games, coaching pressures, and the performance of teams going into the last month of the regular season. We talk about the Big Bro Little Bro Rivalry with Michigan’s victory over Michigan St and the implications for the team's future. We also touch on the competitive landscape of the SEC and Big Ten conferences.

01:13 Game Highlights and Close Calls

02:43 The SEC's Competitive Landscape

03:45 LSU's Struggles and Coaching Pressure

05:20 Coaching Job Security in College Football

06:47 The Impact of the 12-Team Playoff

09:05 Indiana's Rise and Future Challenges

11:02 Michigan's Underwhelming Performance

14:34 Concerns About Michigan's Offense

18:14 The Future of Michigan's Talent

23:49 Looking Ahead to Upcoming Games

Image credits 

Tammy Anthony Baker

https://www.flickr.com/people/138374196@N05 (coach O)

Bobak Ha’Eri

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Bobak (stetson bennet)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Bobak (lsu)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Bobak (ohio state national championship)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Bobak (caleb downs)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:Bobak (LSU 2019)

Legoktm

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Legoktm (clemson cfp 2019)

Maize and Blue Nation

https://www.flickr.com/photos/maizenbluenation/46063711991/ 

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0 (semaj morgan)

John Silks 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oklahoma_Sooners_football (OU)

LijahBG

https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:!LijahBG&action=edit&redlink=1 (bryce underwood)

Summary

In this episode of Touchdown in Ties, Daddy and I discuss the Lions' recent victory over the Bucs, highlighting the impressive performance of the defense despite injuries. We delve into the impact of injuries across the league, the struggles of various offenses, and surprising game outcomes from Week 7. The conversation also touches on quarterback changes, the Eagles' need for defensive improvement, and the importance of coaching stability. As the season progresses, the hosts reflect on the unpredictability of the NFL and the challenges teams face.

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00:00 Introduction to Touchdown in Ties

00:31 Lions Victory Against the Bucs

03:22 Defensive Performance Highlights

05:46 Injuries Impacting the Game

09:00 Offensive Struggles and Missing Pieces

11:21 Packers vs. Cardinals Analysis

13:11 Giants vs. Broncos: A Shocking Comeback

17:21 Cowboys vs. Commanders: Evaluating Performance

18:00 Dallas Cowboys: Rising to the Challenge

19:54 Detroit Lions: Tough Schedule Ahead

21:49 Injuries and Their Impact on Performance

25:34 Quarterback Struggles: Jets and Dolphins

27:25 Eagles: A Return to Form

31:08 Vikings: The Quarterback Dilemma

Image Credits

All Pro Reels

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/51412028920/ (lamar jackson)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/50369475297/ (kyler Murrary) 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/50369475187/ (kyler Murrary)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54807304078/ (micah parsons)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10457902@N08/54806208017/ (deebo samuel)

https://www.flickr.com/photos/joeglo/49271557672/ (terry mclaurin) 

Brian Allen/Voice of America

http://www.voanews.com/a/photo-gallery-superbowl-game-/3707830.html (patriots v falcons)

Alexander Jonesi 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/alexanderjonesi/49240735402/ (carson wentz)

Bill Cramer

https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:BillCramer (Woody Johnson)

NY Jets

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I06lbXTyuRE&t=14s (aaron glenn)