Football GM: Sean Payton's headscratchers, the Lions' ascendance, the 49ers' dominance, and more
Oct 14, 2023
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Sean Payton's game management issues and the struggles of the Denver Broncos are discussed. Zach Wilson's improved performance and the possibility of Handon Hooker becoming an NFL starting quarterback are analyzed. The addition of Randy Gregory to the 49ers and potential trade deadline moves are also explored. Performance analysis, quarterback struggles, and Week 6 predictions are made.
The podcast analyzes the recent struggles of the Denver Broncos on offense and questions the effectiveness of head coach Sean Payton.
The episode highlights the importance of a supportive offensive system for the development of young quarterbacks like Zach Wilson.
The podcast declares the San Francisco 49ers as the best team in the league based on their strong performance and ability to play complementary football.
The hosts emphasize the importance of continually looking to improve the roster, even for already successful teams like the San Francisco 49ers.
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Summary of the Podcast Episode
The podcast episode discusses the recent performance of the Denver Broncos and the head coach, Sean Payton. The hosts analyze the Broncos' struggles on offense, particularly in the passing game, and question Payton's effectiveness as a head coach. They also examine Payton's tendency to voice opinions on various topics and the potential impact it has on his credibility. The hosts mention Payton's recent mistake of calling a timeout on a third down, which allowed the opposing team to score before halftime. They discuss the implications of Payton's coaching decisions and his relationship with the team's players. Additionally, the hosts shift their focus to Zach Wilson, the quarterback for the New York Jets. They review Wilson's recent performances and highlight the progress he has made in terms of decision-making, confidence, and understanding the game. They emphasize the importance of a supportive offensive system and the impact it has had on Wilson's development. The episode concludes with discussions on the San Francisco 49ers being the best team in the league, the potential trade deadline moves for the 49ers, and the underwhelming performance of Jimmy Garoppolo with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Broncos Struggles and Sean Payton's Coaching
The podcast analyzes the recent struggles of the Denver Broncos on offense, particularly in the passing game. They question the effectiveness of head coach Sean Payton and his tendency to voice opinions on various topics. The hosts discuss Payton's coaching decisions and the potential impact on his credibility. They mention Payton's mistake of calling a timeout on a third down, allowing the opposing team to score before halftime. The episode highlights the importance of a supportive offensive system for the development of young quarterbacks like Zach Wilson.
Zach Wilson's Progress and Potential
The hosts review the recent performances of New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson and highlight his progress in terms of decision-making, confidence, and understanding of the game. They discuss the positive impact of a supportive offensive system and how it has contributed to Wilson's development. The episode emphasizes the importance of allowing young quarterbacks to play with confidence and the potential future success of Wilson.
San Francisco 49ers' Strong Performance
The podcast declares the San Francisco 49ers as the best team in the league based on their strong performance and ability to play complementary football. The hosts discuss the team's depth and resilience, mentioning their active involvement in potential trade deadline moves. They emphasize the importance of continually looking to improve the roster, even for already successful teams. The episode concludes with a brief mention of Jimmy Garoppolo's underwhelming performance with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Randy Gregory Acquisition and Potential Trade Deadline Moves
The hosts briefly discuss the San Francisco 49ers' acquisition of Randy Gregory and its potential impact on the team. They emphasize the importance of continually looking to improve the roster, even for already successful teams. The episode concludes with a mention of potential trade deadline moves for the 49ers and the importance of building depth and resilience within the roster.
Jimmy Garoppolo's Performance and Comparison to Derek Carr
The podcast examines Jimmy Garoppolo's performance with the Las Vegas Raiders and compares it to that of Derek Carr. The hosts question the decision to trade for Garoppolo, suggesting that Carr could have achieved similar results. They highlight the importance of quarterback personality and effectiveness within offensive systems. The episode concludes by noting Garoppolo's underwhelming performance in terms of interceptions versus touchdowns.
Cincinnati Bengals Showing Promise with Joe Burrow
The Cincinnati Bengals, led by quarterback Joe Burrow, are starting to put it all together. Burrow has shown signs of improved play, with better anticipation, poise, and leadership. The team has an aggressive game plan that has been successful, and their offense is clicking. Facing the Seattle Seahawks, the Bengals are favored by 3 points, and with their current form, they should be able to cover the spread.
The Buffalo Bills Look to Bounce Back Against the New York Giants
Following a disappointing loss in London, the Buffalo Bills have something to prove. The Bills will be facing the struggling New York Giants, who are 14.5 point underdogs. While the Giants have been inconsistent and are coming off a bye week, the Bills should be able to bounce back and win convincingly. However, it is unlikely that they will cover the large spread. It may be a closer game than expected.
Sean Payton has dished out more than his fair share of criticism since taking the Broncos job. Seems like he deserves some himself, too. Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss that on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Football GM. The guys also get into, in order, Zach Wilson, the Packers, the Lions, the 49ers, Jimmy Garoppolo, Bill Belichick, Deshaun Watson's shoulder, the Jaguars' performance in London, and Week 6 picks.