Heed the Call with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

NFL Week 16 Preview!!

Dec 19, 2024

This episode features Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar, both NFL writers for The Athletic, who dive deep into the competitive NFC West landscape. They analyze pivotal matchups like the Buccaneers vs. Cowboys, highlighting key player performances and playoff implications. The duo also discusses the impact of injuries on team dynamics, particularly for the Steelers and Ravens. With lighthearted banter, they make bold predictions about which teams will dominate as the season approaches its climax.

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Michael-Shawn Dugar

Jourdan Rodrigue

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Quick takeaways

The hosts humorously cope with Dan's absence while emphasizing the importance of previewing a significant Week 16 in the NFL.

Mark highlights the clear AFC playoff picture and expresses surprise at the limited wild card scenarios compared to previous seasons.

The discussion emphasizes the Buccaneers' offensive growth under coordinator Liam Cohen, crediting Baker Mayfield's performance for their success this season.

Bold predictions are made for Week 16, reflecting on team performances and potential betting outcomes, while maintaining a sense of league unpredictability.

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Podcast Host Changes

The episode features a change in hosting duties due to Dan Hanses attending a children's performance, leaving Mark Sessler and producer Justin Graver to carry the discussion. They acknowledge the absence of Dan humorously, emphasizing that the show must go on despite adjustments in the lineup. The conversation quickly shifts to the current NFL season as they prepare for an important week of football, noting a lack of high-stakes drama in playoff positioning compared to previous years. Mark expresses surprise at the relatively settled playoff picture, particularly in the AFC, as wild card scenarios appear limited.

Intro

2min

NFL Week 16 Matchup Analysis

13min

NFL Game Day Insights

19min

Injury Impact on AFC North Rivalry

7min

Significance of Home Advantage in NFL Rivalries

2min

Quarterback Changes and Team Dynamics

12min

Quarterback Challenges and Team Dynamics

13min

NFL Banter and Insights

9min

Predictions and Fantasy Impact: Patriots vs. Bills Showdown

2min

10.

Navigating Challenges in New England's Coaching Dynamics

2min

11.

Exciting Game Predictions and Sponsors Highlights

2min

12.

Seahawks vs. Vikings Showdown

8min

13.

NFL Insights and Playful Predictions

13min

14.

NFL Week 16 Predictions

3min

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to preview ALL the games on the Week 16 slate! As always, we start with the prime time games: Buccaneers at Cowboys on Sunday night (2:56) and Saints at Packers on Monday night (8:50) before moving to our Games We Cannot Wait to Watch: Texans at Chiefs (16:12), Eagles at Commanders (23:49), and Steelers at Ravens (35:31). After that, we dive into the Gravy Boat to hit the remaining games: Giants at Falcons (43:45), Cardinals at Panthers (49:09), Lions at Bears (51:01), Titans at Colts (54:44), Rams at Jets (1:01:21), Browns at Bengals (1:04:34), Jaguars at Raiders (1:09:46), 49ers at Dolphins (1:11:51), and Patriots at Bills (1:17:07). Then, we go back to Dan's Game I Can't Wait To Watch - Vikings at Seahawks (1:21:46) before we finish up the show with Money Mike picks (1:29:55) and Fearless Predictions for Week 16 (1:32:45).

0:00 NFL Week 16 Preview

2:56 Buccaneers at Cowboys Preview

8:50 Saints at Packers Preview

14:19 Games We Cannot Wait To Watch

16:12 Texans at Chiefs Preview

23:49 Eagles at Commanders Preview

35:31 Steelers at Ravens Preview

43:45 Giants at Falcons Preview

49:09 Cardinals at Panthers Preview

51:01 Lions at Bears Preview

54:44 Titans at Colts Preview

1:01:21 Rams at Jets Preview

1:04:34 Browns at Bengals Preview

1:06:14 Dan Joins!

1:09:46 Jaguars at Raiders Preview

1:11:51 49ers at Dolphins Preview

1:17:07 Patriots at Bills Preview

1:21:46 Vikings at Seahawks Preview

1:29:55 Money Mike Picks

1:32:45 Fearless Predictions for Week 16

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Heed the Call with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

NFL Week 16 Preview!!

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