The Ryen Russillo Podcast Are the Ravens Actually Chokers? NFL Week 1 With Mike Sando. Plus, Oklahoma Is Relevant Again and More From Week 2 of College Football.
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Sep 8, 2025 Joining the discussion is Mike Sando, a seasoned football analyst known for his insights from NFL executives. They dive into Buffalo's thrilling comeback against Baltimore and debate the Ravens' late-game struggles. Sando provides perspectives on the Packers’ impressive win and what it means for the upcoming Monday Night Football. The conversation extends to college football, highlighting Oklahoma's resurgent performance and notable upsets, all while engaging in some lighthearted life advice towards the end.
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Bills Comeback Exposes Raven Pattern
- The Bills' comeback highlighted both Buffalo's resilience and worries about Baltimore's blown leads becoming a pattern.
- Mike Sando and Ryen Russillo suggest Baltimore's frequent late collapses are notable despite the franchise's organizational strength.
Packers Were Already Highly Rated
- Green Bay's Week 1 rout validated pre-season praise and roster construction beyond the Parsons trade.
- Executives saw Packers as NFC top-three before the trade, with Jordan Love the only relative question mark.
Fields' Mobility Yields High-Value Performance
- Justin Fields produced his best EPA in 45 starts despite the loss, showing rushing threat significantly boosts quarterback value.
- Fields' mobility and third-down keepers remain a key part of his upside if coached to leverage them.
