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Jason Fitz is joined by Frank Schwab to recap each and every game from the Sunday Week 6 NFL slate. The dynamic duo highlight the Buffalo Bills' narrow escape from the New York Giants, the undefeated teams' first losses as the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets, respectively (which leads to a debate over who is the best team in the NFL six weeks in) and the Baltimore Ravens beating the Tennessee Titans in London, as the Titans appear to be broken.Jason and Frank recap all the remaining Sunday games, as they were impressed by performances from the Houston Texans, Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins and came away discouraged by the Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots.00:50 - Bills @ Giants7:45 - 49ers @ Browns13:15 - Eagles @ Jets16:50 - Who is the best team in the NFL right now?20:55 - Ravens @ Titans28:20 - New England Patriots @ Las Vegas Raiders31:40 - Detroit Lions @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers35:25 - Washington Commanders @ Atlanta Falcons39:00 - Minnesota Vikings @ Chicago Bears41:50 - Seattle Seahawks @ Cincinnati Bengals45:20 - Arizona Cardinals @ Los Angeles Rams47:25 - New Orleans Saints @ Houston Texans49:30 - Carolina Panthers @ Miami Dolphins52:10 - Indianapolis Colts @ Jacksonville Jaguars56:25 - MNF Preview: Dallas Cowboys @ Los Angeles ChargersZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz is joined by the great Bill Barnwell to give report cards for all 32 teams as we reach the quarter mark of the NFL season. Jason and Bill go division-by-division and analyze how each team is performing compared to expectations so far, and run into big disagreements over the Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Atlanta Falcons and more.Later, Michael Lombardi joins Fitz to give a front office perspective on the biggest stories around the NFL. The duo discuss Frank Reich's comments on Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and whether or not Reich threw Tepper under the bus, which teams are true Super Bowl contenders and how a GM should know when it's time to become sellers.1:50 - NFC North: Do the Minnesota Vikings deserve a D?5:40 - NFC East: Have the Eagles deserved a B- so far?9:05 - AFC East: Do the Bills deserve a B-?14:30 - AFC South: Are the Titans an F team?20:15 - NFC South: Should the Falcons get lower than a B-?27:25 - NFC West: The San Francisco 49ers break the grading scale31:34 - AFC West: The Denver Broncos break the scale in the other direction37:20 - AFC North: Are the Baltimore Ravens a C team?42:35 - Michael Lombardi on Frank Reich & which teams are true Super Bowl contendersZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes on the latest news around the NFL. The hosts start with Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos, and whether or not Payton may consider tanking the rest of the season after a brutal start. Next, the group discuss what changed in the Indianapolis Colts front office to extend Jonathan Taylor after a drawn out negotiation process. Charles believes the front office was impressed by Anthony Richardson's start, and they believed they could compete with Taylor playing. Next, the trio dive into the Carolina Panthers locker room and Frank Reich's comments about David Tepper's hands-on ownership style. The group give their thoughts on Bryce Young and whether or not it's time to panic before discussing Tepper and how his aggressive style matches with some other owners like Jerry Jones.Justin Jefferson is on IR, leading the hosts to wonder if Kirk Cousins could be traded, and Van Jefferson is headed to the Atlanta Falcons, showing the Los Angeles Rams' confidence in rookie Puka Nacua. Finally, Charles discusses his piece on whether or not Brock Purdy is an MVP candidate, and Jason and Jori give their thoughts on why Purdy isn't getting the acclaim he should be.1:45 - Is tanking for Caleb Williams in play for the Denver Broncos?10:00 - Is it time to be concerned about Anthony Richardson's health?18:10 - Why did the Colts change their mind on Jonathan Taylor?26:30 - When is it time to hit the panic button on Bryce Young?32:10 - Frank Reich's comments on owner David Tepper45:30 - Justin Jefferson goes on IR51:45 - Van Jefferson traded to the Falcons56:40 - Is Brock Purdy an MVP candidate?Zero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Charles McDonald is joined by 12-year NFL veteran and two-time Super Bowl champion Damien Woody to give their biggest takeaways from NFL Week 5, including Sean Payton getting humbled by the New York Jets as the Denver Broncos reach a new low point, Micah Parsons' bold comments about how the Dallas Cowboys are on the San Francisco 49ers' level even after a big loss, Brock Purdy's MVP-caliber start to the season and how C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans are making the Carolina Panthers look bad.Later, Charles and Damien look at three 1-4 teams who should consider selling their valuable assets at the trade deadline. The group discuss the Minnesota Vikings and whether or not Kirk Cousins should be moved given Justin Jefferson's injury, the New York Giants and whether or not they should start selling given their disastrous offensive line situation and the Denver Broncos and if Sean Payton could go one and done as head coach if their season continues in this direction.Charles finishes off the show by listening to some voicemails from listeners on the Baltimore Ravens, the rookie wide receivers, the Jacksonville Jaguars and QB power rankings.2:00 - Sean Payton gets humbled. The Broncos have hit a new low point.7:40 - Cowboys vs. 49ers recap: Micah Parsons' comments, Brock Purdy's elite play, buying or selling the Cowboys as contenders24:25 - C.J. Stroud and the Texans are making the Panthers look bad.28:55 - Should the Minnesota Vikings sell? Could Kirk Cousins be on the move?34:15 - Is it possible for the New York Giants to recover their season given the situation along the offensive line?45:15 - Could Sean Payton go one and done as Broncos head coach? Who do the Broncos have to sell?52:20 - Charles responds to voicemails from the listeners. Submit your own question to be answered on the pod at Speakpipe.com/ZeroBlitzZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab kick things off by highlighting a few of the most interesting games from the NFL Week 5 slate, starting with the Sunday night slaughter: the Dallas Cowboys were manhandled by the San Francisco 49ers. Next, they discuss the absolute disaster known as the New England Patriots. The Buffalo Bills and their confusing loss to an energized Jacksonville Jaguars team are up next, before the duo finish with the New York Jets serving up Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos a slice of humble pie (despite still not looking that good.)Fitz and Frank recap the rest of the early Sunday slate and discuss De'Von Achane, the Baltimore Ravens' collapse and more before analyzing the afternoon slate and the 1-4 Minnesota Vikings, what to make of the Philadelphia Eagles and more. The hosts finish things out with a preview of the Monday night matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Las Vegas Raiders.00:55 - Dallas Cowboys @ San Francisco 49ers10:30 - New Orleans Saints @ New England Patriots16:50 - Buffalo Bills @ Jacksonville Jaguars22:35 - New York Jets @ Denver Broncos26:15 - Houston Texans @ Atlanta Falcons29:35 - Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts34:00 - New York Giants @ Miami Dolphins28:25 - Carolina Panthers @ Detroit Lions42:45 - Baltimore Ravens @ Pittsburgh Steelers44:55 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Arizona Cardinals47:20 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Los Angeles Rams49:40 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Minnesota Vikings54:10 - MNF Preview: Green Bay Packers @ Las Vegas RaidersZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz rounds out the week with a loaded episode of Zero Blitz. The Ringer's Austin Gayle joins first to discuss his survivability rankings of every trap in the SAW movies and the future of the Las Vegas Raiders before the duo play a game of start one, bench one, cut one featuring rookie quarterbacks, 1-3 teams, head coaches and the top AFC and NFC powerhouse teams (plus a bonus Taylor Swift luxury suite round).Next, Fitz is joined by Dallas Cowboys expert David Helman to preview the game of the week in the Cowboys @ the San Francisco 49ers. Fitz and David discuss what led to the loss to the Arizona Cardinals and how Kyle Shanahan could look to that game as a clue, how the Cowboys get the win and what their expectations are for Sunday night.Later, Fitz is joined as always by VSiN's Michael Lombardi to talk about the things nobody else is talking about: Josh Allen and the new Buffalo Bills offense, Joe Burrow and the affect on the Cincinnati offense, Anthony Richardson and Matthew Stafford's comeback season.5:25 - The future of the Raiders with Austin Gayle11:20 - Start one, bench one, cut one: rookie QBs: Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson17:00 - 1-3 teams: New York Jets, Cincinnati Bengals and New England Patriots22:05 - Head coaches: Matt Eberflus, Brandon Staley and Josh McDaniels26:35 - Top AFC teams: Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins30:50 - Top NFC teams: Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys35:20 - Cowboys expert David Helman previews Cowboys vs. 49ers51:55 - Michael Lombardi's "Why is nobody talking about this?" Josh Allen, Anthony Richardson, Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow Zero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to pull back the curtain on all the latest news around the NFL. Christian Gonzalez is out for the season, leading the New England Patriots to trade for Los Angeles Chargers CB J.C. Jackson, prompting the hosts to discuss what went wrong for Jackson in LA. Randy Gregory was released from the Denver Broncos after playing only ten games of his five-year contract, as Sean Payton shows he's not hesitant to shed pieces that don't fit his vision for the team. Aaron Rodgers has stated that he wants to return to play this season. The hosts aren't sure that's possible, and even if he does, it may not be in the best interest of the New York Jets or Rodgers. Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor returned to practice, but Charles isn't convinced he'll actually play for the Colts.Is Bill Belichick on the hot seat? Charles thinks so. The history for ownership getting rid of legendary coaches is rocky at best, but one route Robert Kraft could take would be to remove his powers as General Manager and elsewhere on the staff to encourage Bill to retire.As the hosts prepare for a huge matchup on Sunday between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers, a conversation ensues about Cowboys DC Dan Quinn. All three hosts believe he's ready for his next head coaching job after making strides as a leader and coordinating a dominant defense over the last few years.00:55 - Thoughts on the Toy Story broadcast8:15 - Patriots trade for J.C. Jackson after Christian Gonzalez injury15:15 - Randy Gregory released after only ten games27:35 - Aaron Rodgers wants to return to play for the Jets later this season37:40 - Jonathan Taylor returns to practice, but will he play?45:50 - Bill Belichick is on the hot seat, but it's not as simple as firing the one of the greatest coaches of all time55:30 - Dan Quinn is ready for his next head coaching jobZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Charles McDonald is joined by the great Nate Tice as they become Dr. Football and Dr. Football (no relation), experts in fixing broken NFL offenses. But first, the duo give their takeaways from Week 4. Charles and Nate give their thoughts on Rodney Harrison trying to bait Chris Jones into trash talking Zach Wilson, Derek Carr trying (and failing) to play hurt, the Toy Story broadcast and Sunday Night Football and the controversial no-call on New York Jets DE Jermaine Johnson II.Later, Charles and Nate fix the New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals, Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins offenses. Each team has had their flaws put on display at some point through the first four weeks of NFL action, and the hosts attempt to give a potential solution to get each team back on track.2:30 - Rodney Harrison goes off on Zach Wilson on Sunday Night Football. Did he really think Chris Jones would bite?8:50 - Derek Carr tried to play hurt, and the New Orleans Saints hit a wall on Sunday.21:00 - The Toy Story broadcast was underrated and Charles and Nate both enjoyed it.24:10 - Sunday Night Football: Was Jermaine Johnson II right that the refs missed a key holding call?31:20 - Fixing the New York Giants offense: the scheme isn't built for Daniel Jones to drop back too often.37:20 - The Pittsburgh Steelers offense needs to get a lot more creative under OC Matt Canada.43:55 - The Cincinnati Bengals offense was never meant to be run in the shotgun, but it's forced to with the Burrow injury.50:20 - The Atlanta Falcons need to look more like they do in the second half of games than the first. Desmond Ridder is being underrated.57:20 - The Miami Dolphins offense is elite, but they need to show they can still function when they're behind and under pressure.Leave Charles a voicemail! Speakpipe.com/ZeroBlitzZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reaction to every game from the Sunday slate as Week 4 of the NFL season comes to a close. The Buffalo Bills made a strong case for topping the power rankings with a big win over the Miami Dolphins, the Cincinnati Bengals are teetering on the edge of collapse, the New York Jets gave it their all on Sunday Night Football and still came up short and the hosts are officially out on Mac Jones and possibly Bill Belichick. The duo talk through the rest of the slate game-by-game before wrapping things up with a preview of Monday night's matchup: the New York Giants at home against the Seattle Seahawks.2:10 - Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills: A statement win for Buffalo.9:10 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Tennessee Titans: It's too late to bench Joe Burrow now.15:45 - Kansas City Chiefs @ New York Jets: Jets come up short despite a monumental effort.19:05 - New England Patriots @ Dallas Cowboys: The Pats roster isn't good enough and it's Bill Belichick's fault.23:10 - Atlanta Falcons @ Jacksonville Jaguars: Falcons might be the most average team in the NFL.26:30 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints: The Buccaneers are ready to take advantage of a weak NFC South.29:10 - Minnesota Vikings @ Carolina Panthers: Fitz came away feeling worse about both teams after this game.30:55 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Houston Texans: Houston appears to have made all the right moves this offseason.34:20 - Los Angeles Rams @ Indianapolis Colts: Fitz came away feeling better about both teams from this game.37:40 - Las Vegas Raiders @ Los Angeles Chargers: Frank is tired of Josh McDaniels.41:50 - Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles: Washington kept this impressively close.45:40 - Arizona Cardinals @ San Fransisco 49ers: The 49ers may be the most dominant team in the NFL so far.48:20 - Denver Broncos @ Chicago Bears: It's time for sweeping changes in Chicago.51:55 - Baltimore Ravens @ Cleveland Browns: The new-look Ravens passing attack looks like it's finally coming together.56:20 - Monday night preview: Frank and Fitz both feel confident in Seattle heading into this game against the Giants.Zero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Jason Fitz brings on Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab to settle their differences over Frank's latest NFL power rankings. Fitz and Frank go from 32 to 1 as they debate over the Minnesota Vikings, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins and more. Later, the duo give their bold predictions for the upcoming slate of games on Sunday.2:45 - 32 to 24: How are the 0-3 Vikings ahead of multiple teams with wins? Do the Arizona Cardinals deserve to be higher than 28?9:35 - 23 to 11: How high do the Indianapolis Colts deserve to be after a big road win against Baltimore? The Pittsburgh Steelers might be too high at 14, and the Cincinnati Bengals might be a little high at 11.17:10 - Top 10: Do the Dallas Cowboys deserve to fall three spots to #6 after one bad game? Are there 4 teams better than the Miami Dolphins?26:40 - Frank picks teams whose rankings could look silly in a few weeks: The Jacksonville Jaguars could be much higher soon, and the Steelers and Atlanta Falcons could be a lot lower in few weeks.35:05 - Bold Predictions: Fitz predicts that whichever head coach loses this weekend in the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers game will be fired. Frank predicts that the Buffalo Bills will take down the Dolphins and that the Cardinals will keep it close against the San Francisco 49ers.Zero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” 📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv