Fantasy Football with Josh & Hayden Our 100% Accurate NFL Playoffs Bracket with Bengal
Jan 8, 2026
Join Hayden and Bengal as they dissect the 2025 NFL Playoff Bracket, matchup by matchup. Hear their analysis on which teams have the talent and strategy to prevail, from the Rams' edge over the Panthers to Chicago's strong run game. The duo debates potential upsets, spotlighting the Jaguars and Texans' defenses. As they venture into predictions for the Super Bowl, they even take a whimsical dive into potential MVPs. Plus, Bengal shares insights on Madden strategy and scouting top college QB prospects. A must-listen for every football fanatic!
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Defense-First Playoff Landscape
- Hayden and Bengal argue defenses are unusually dominant this playoff year and often decide outcomes.
- They cite Patriots, Chargers, Jags, Texans, Rams, and Eagles as evidence of top-tier defenses shaping games.
Use Non‑Blitz Pressure Rate
- Use pressure rate without a blitz as a key metric to evaluate matchups and offensive vulnerability.
- Hayden highlights Quentin Lake's return and Rams' health as decisive factors to exploit coverage weaknesses.
Trust Strong Offensive Lines
- Favor the Bears at home because their offensive line consistently controls the line of scrimmage.
- Hayden and Bengal point to Jonah Jackson and Joe Tooney as X‑factors who swing divisional games.