Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Week 7 PANIC INDEX + TNF Preview

Oct 16, 2025
Sheil Kapadia, host of The Ringer NFL Show, joins for an insightful discussion on the NFL landscape. The trio breaks down the Week 7 Panic Index, diving into the struggles of the Ravens, Eagles, and Chargers, assessing their chances of recovery. They also react to Tom Brady's surprising power rankings and explore Michael Penix's unique nail-biting habit. Plus, a spotlight on the upcoming Steelers vs. Bengals matchup delves into Joe Flacco's impact on Cincinnati and the stakes involved in this crucial game.
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ANECDOTE

Family Remedies For Balding

  • Sheil Kapadia describes growing up in an Indian household and cultural funny family claims.
  • He recounts his mom promising a rice-and-yogurt dish would give him hair like a cousin named Jay.
ADVICE

Blend Data With Judgment

  • Use composite data to check your gut on rankings and beliefs about teams.
  • Combine market metrics and video scouting to avoid overcommitting to a single narrative.
INSIGHT

Ravens' Fate Hinges On Lamar

  • The Ravens' 1-5 start leaves them algebraically alive but realistically squeezed by division rivals.
  • Lamar Jackson's return remains the single biggest variable to flipping their season trajectory.
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