The Ringer Fantasy Football Show Mega-Mailbag: Belichick Misses HOF, Shedeur Makes Pro Bowl, Bills Hire Joe Brady, and Craig Was an Extra in 'The Fate of the Furious'
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Jan 28, 2026 They react to Bill Belichick missing the Hall of Fame and debate why voters passed on him. Discussion turns to Joe Brady taking over the Bills and what that means for the offense. Shedeur Sanders making the Pro Bowl sparks a wider debate on whether the Pro Bowl even matters. Craig reveals a surprising bit of movie trivia from his past as an extra.
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Belichick Snub Reveals Hall Politics
- Bill Belichick missing first-ballot Hall of Fame reflects voting politics as much as on-field record.
- The hosts argue gatekeeping, past controversies, and media dislike influenced voters more than pure accomplishments.
Bills' Brady Hire Felt Contradictory
- Buffalo promoted Joe Brady from offensive coordinator to head coach amid fan backlash and mixed public messaging.
- The hosts note the hire felt emotionally impulsive and contradictory given the stated reasons for firing Sean McDermott.
Coordinate Coach Changes Before Announcements
- If you fire a head coach, coordinate your search and staffing before public announcements to avoid fan and media backlash.
- Avoid promoting insiders immediately when you publicly blamed the staff for past failures.
