The MMQB NFL Podcast Who Is IN or OUT at the NFL Midseason Point
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Nov 10, 2025 At the midseason mark, hosts dive into the viability of various NFL teams. Can the Patriots realistically contend for a conference championship? Miami's chances look promising with an easier schedule ahead. The Vikings hold onto hope despite quarterback uncertainties, while the tough NFC North remains a battleground. As they evaluate playoff potentials, discussions include the Bills' troubling stretch and the youthful energy of the Bears. Along the way, key quarterback developments and teams vying for a wild-card spot are highlighted.
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Midseason Triage Framing
- Conor Orr frames the episode as an "NFL Hoarders" cleanup deciding which teams to keep or toss at midseason.
- The segment reframes team evaluations as triage: salvage promising teams, discard lost causes to focus attention.
Texans' Defense vs. Structural Limits
- Albert Breer argues the Texans' defense can be elite but roster issues make a playoff push unlikely this year.
- He cites offensive line problems and injuries as structural limits to Houston's upside.
Hold Cowboys For Long-Term Upside
- Albert suggests valuing Dallas for its young core and upcoming draft capital rather than this season's record.
- He recommends holding the Cowboys as a buy-low long-term project due to emerging defensive pieces.