

PMS 2.0 - NFL Week 5 Preview/Picks, TNF Recap, Dan Orlovsky, Nick Saban, & AJ Hawk
14 snips Oct 3, 2025
In this episode, guests Dan Orlovsky, a 12-year NFL veteran and ESPN analyst, and Nick Saban, a seven-time college football national champion, bring insights to the table. Orlovsky praises Mac Jones’ resurgence and discusses key NFL matchups, while Saban delves into Alabama's impact on the community and previews college games, including the Vanderbilt matchup. They debate coaching decisions in high-pressure situations and assess the importance of team resilience amid injuries. A rich conversation for any football fan!
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Quarterback Fit Can Revive Careers
- Mac Jones has flourished in Shanahan's system after struggling earlier in New England and Jacksonville.
- Coaching, timing, and offensive fit can dramatically change a quarterback's career trajectory.
Timing Beats Pure Athleticism
- Playing on time minimizes pressure and boosts quarterback effectiveness against elite pass rushes.
- Quick release and timing can neutralize defensive advantages.
Don't Repeat Predictable Short-Yardage Calls
- Avoid replaying the same play in critical short-yardage situations when the defense has shown how to stop it.
- Mix formations and calls to keep the defense off-balance on fourth-and-short decisions.