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NFL Week 18 Recap!!

Jan 6, 2025

Conor Orr, an insightful NFL writer and analyst, joins the discussion to recap the thrilling Week 18. He dives into the Detroit Lions' stunning triumph over the Vikings and the Buccaneers securing the NFC South title. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by the Bengals and Steelers, the Broncos' return to the postseason, and the impressive coaching strategies that led to these results. They also touch on the emerging talents like rookie quarterback Bo Nix and reflect on the playoff picture shaping up for an exciting wildcard weekend.

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Conor Orr

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Quick takeaways

The podcast emphasizes the excitement of the NFL playoffs as teams like the Chiefs and Lions secure top seeds.

A major discussion point is the Detroit Lions' outstanding defense, effectively neutralizing the Vikings in a crucial matchup.

The hosts highlight Baker Mayfield's key plays in the Buccaneers' victory, which clinched their spot in the playoffs.

The episode also delves into the Jaguars' disappointing season, stressing the need for strategies and personnel changes for future success.

Deep dives

Allstate and Looking Ahead

The podcast opens with a humorous advertisement from Allstate, emphasizing the importance of checking insurance quotes first. This sets the tone for the episode, where the hosts reflect on the end of the regular NFL season and the anticipation for the playoffs. They also humorously recall the mistakes fans might make, paralleling this with ensuring good decisions in life, like checking the date before planning events. The hosts express their excitement about the upcoming postseason while acknowledging the chaotic final week of regular season games.

Intro

3min

NFL Playoff Anticipation: Lions and Buccaneers Shine

21min

Celebration Controversies and Sports Product Promotions

4min

Energizing Start and Detroit Lions' Triumph

2min

Broncos Rise and Ravens Thrive

21min

NFL Week 18 Highlights: Bengals, Steelers, and Commanders

5min

NFL Insights: Contracts, Performances, and Team Dynamics

23min

Analyzing Key NFL Performances and Rookie Records

6min

NFL Season Reflections and Record Breakers

31min

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap EVERY game from the Week 18 Sunday slate, with some help from Gravedigger. The playoff field is finally set! We start with the biggest game of the season, Vikings at Lions (4:10) and then move on to Saints at Buccaneers (17:35), Chiefs at Broncos (28:54), Browns at Ravens (37:55), Bengals at Steelers (44:41), Commanders at Cowboys (51:34), Bears at Packers (56:41), Dolphins at Jets (1:01:46), Bills at Patriots (1:11:32), Chargers at Raiders (1:20:52), Panthers at Falcons (1:24:44), Texans at Titans (1:30:15), 49ers at Cardinals (1:39:51), Jaguars at Colts (1:41:42), Giants at Eagles (1:45:11), and finally finish off with Seahawks at Rams (1:47:33).

0:00 Week 18 Recap and Playoff Picture

4:10 Vikings at Lions Recap

17:35 Saints at Buccaneers Recap

28:54 Chiefs at Broncos Recap

37:55 Browns at Ravens Recap

44:41 Bengals at Steelers Recap

51:34 Commanders at Cowboys Recap

56:41 Bears at Packers Recap

1:01:46 Dolphins at Jets Recap

1:11:32 Bills at Patriots Recap

1:20:52 Chargers at Raiders Recap

1:24:44 Panthers at Falcons Recap

1:30:15 Texans at Titans Recap

1:39:51 49ers at Cardinals Recap

1:41:42 Jaguars at Colts Recap

1:45:11 Giants at Eagles Recap

1:47:33 Seahawks at Rams Recap

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