3 and Out with John Middlekauff 3 & Out - Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders DOMINATE NFC No. 1 Seed Detroit Lions in NFL divisional round
Jan 19, 2025
The podcast dives into Jayden Daniels' impressive performance as the Washington Commanders upset the Detroit Lions in a thrilling playoff clash. The dynamic rookie quarterback shines while the Lions' offense and coaching decisions come under scrutiny. The discussion shifts to the Kansas City Chiefs, as they chase a third Super Bowl win, highlighting the challenges ahead. Themes of loyalty and strategic nuances within NFL coaching are also explored, alongside the unpredictability that makes playoff football so exhilarating.
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Lions' Upset Loss
- The Detroit Lions' loss to the Washington Commanders was a major upset in the NFC divisional round.
- Turnovers and a struggling defense ultimately led to their downfall.
Turnovers in Playoffs
- Turnovers are especially detrimental in playoff games against top teams and quarterbacks.
- The Lions' multiple turnovers proved costly against a surprisingly strong Commanders team.
Lions' Coaching Exodus
- According to Adam Schefter, both Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn are expected to get coaching jobs elsewhere.
- This highlights the success of the Detroit Lions' coaching staff despite the playoff loss.