Football 301

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Sep 9, 2025 • 1h 18min

NFL Week 1 surprises & OVERREACTIONS + JJ McCarthy's epic comeback on MNF

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dive into a wild first week of NFL action with their 6 biggest surprises before reacting to fan-submitted overreactions. The duo kick things off with their takeaways from JJ McCarthy's big comeback over the Chicago Bears. Next, Nate and Matt give 6 pleasant surprises from Week 1, including the Los Angeles Chargers passing game, the Indianapolis Colts defense, the New Orleans Saints, Matthew Stafford's back and more.Later, the duo react to fan-submitted overreactions from Week 1, including the disaster-prone Tennessee Titans, Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Justin Fields vs. Trevor Lawrence and whether the Miami Dolphins will go winless.(2:35) - MNF takeaways: JJ McCarthy's epic comeback(17:20) - 6 pleasant surprises from Week 1(52:45) - Overreaction Court: grading your Week 1 overreactions Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Sep 8, 2025 • 57min

NFL Week 1 INSTANT Reactions: Allen beats Lamar, Rodgers' BIG day vs. Jets, rookie standouts

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald kick off their Week 1 reactions with thoughts on the Buffalo Bills' dramatic comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.Later, Nate and Charles are LIVE reacting to Week 1 of the NFL season. The duo deep dive into the surprising watchability of the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New York Jets clash (who saw that coming?), the stunning efficiency and dual-threat dynamism of Justin Fields (numbers don't lie!) and why the Green Bay Packers are already looking like a well-oiled, dangerous machine. Plus, they give a shout-out to the rookie phenoms like Emeka Egbuka, Will Johnson, and Harold Fannin Jr. who are already making their presence felt. On the flip side, they lament the New England Patriots' inexplicable struggle in the rain, the Carolina Panthers' utterly dysfunctional Week 1 operation, and the offensive line woes that plagued both the Miami Dolphins and Houston Texans (seriously, our expectations were low, but…)(00:25) - The Late Hit: Bills-Ravens instant reaction(11:45) - 3 Highs of Week 1: Aaron Rodgers, Packers, rookie standouts(34:50) - 3 Lows of Week 1: Sloppy Patriots, Panthers regress, Dolphins & Texans OL Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 7min

Week 1 NFL Preview: Hoss fight in Green Bay, Stroud vs. Stafford, Raiders-Patriots slop watch

Week 1 is finally here, and Nate Tice & Charles McDonald are here to deep dive on the biggest games of the week. Nate and Charles kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three deep dives of the week, featuring the Houston Texans taking on the Los Angeles Rams, a hoss fight of a matchup with Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.Later, Nate & Charles reveal their Slop Watch: the New England Patriots vs. Las Vegas Raiders, where two quarterbacks will try to take advantage of sketchy secondary play. Nate & Charles wrap things up with their Locks of the Week, where they make a Week 1 bold prediction they're sure will come true.(3:20) - Texans @ Rams preview(18:30) - Lions @ Packers preview(34:20) - Ravens @ Bills preview(49:05) - Slop Watch: Raiders @ Patriots(58:30) - Locks of the Week Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Sep 2, 2025 • 1h 15min

FINAL 2025 NFL season predictions: playoff teams, MVP, Super Bowl picks & awards

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces for the final prediction show of the year. Nate & Matt give their playoff, wild card and Super Bowl predictions before diving into their picks for MVP, Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year, Rookies of the Year, the brand-new Protector of the Year award and more. Don't miss this jam-packed episode as Nate & Matt get you ready for the 2025 NFL season.(4:05) - Season predictions: playoff teams & Super Bowl picks(25:25) - MVP picks(33:45) - OPOY & DPOY picks(49:50) - Rookie of the Year picks(1:02:45) - Protector of the Year picks Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Aug 28, 2025 • 18min

Micah Parsons TRADED to the Packers! What does Dallas do next? LIVE instant reaction

The shocking trade of Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers shakes the NFL landscape. Analysts ponder the fallout for the Dallas Cowboys' defense and its playoff hopes. They also explore what this means for the Packers and their enhanced defensive lineup. Listeners engage with live reactions and discuss the strategy behind such high-stakes trades. With mixed emotions from fans, the upcoming NFC East matchups promise to be exhilarating. Tune in for all the exciting insights and analysis!
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Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 50min

AFC West DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks + Bijan Robinson joins the show

Bijan Robinson, the dynamic running back for the Atlanta Falcons, joins Nate Tice and Matt Harmon to dive into the competitive AFC West. They analyze key players and potential breakout stars of each team, including the Raiders, Broncos, Chiefs, and Chargers. Discussions range from roster changes to win total predictions. Bijan shares insights on his transition to the NFL, his favorite lesser-known plays, and the significance of school pride. The trio tackles football's ups and downs, climate challenges, and the excitement building for the upcoming season.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 33min

Preseason Week 3 takeaways + NFC West deep dive: breakouts, win totals & bold picks

Terry McLaurin's contract extension has fans excited about the Commanders' future. The Miami Dolphins struggle leaves questions after falling to the Jaguars. A deep dive into the NFC West highlights breakout players and offensive expectations for each team. The Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams face injury concerns, while the Seahawks show potential for a strong season. Predictions suggest the Seattle Seahawks could emerge as the favorites in the division. Personal travel stories add a touch of humor to the insights.
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Aug 22, 2025 • 60min

9 HUGE gambles NFL teams are taking this season, Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers

This insightful discussion dives into the audacious gambles NFL teams are making this season. The recent trade of Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers takes center stage. Teams like the Commanders are betting on the new quarterback, Jaden Daniels. Concerns rise over the Cowboys' lack of defensive additions and the Texans' quarterback struggles. The Chiefs are optimistic about rookie Josh Simmons, while the Colts face uncertainty with their roster decisions. Get ready for a season filled with high risks and unexpected turns!
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Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 47min

AFC East DEEP DIVE: Drake Maye breakout incoming? Breakouts, win totals & bold picks

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive into the AFC East, a division full of question marks. Can the Buffalo Bills defense keep up with the offense this season? Who exactly are the Miami Dolphins? Can Drake Maye take the leap this season for the New England Patriots? And what can we expect from the New York Jets this season? Nate and Matt set expectations for the offense & defense, name a potential breakout player and give their win total picks for each team.(5:20) - Bills deep dive(34:05) - Dolphins deep dive(58:00) - Patriots deep dive(1:22:40) - Jets deep dive Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv
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Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 44min

Preseason takeaways from Week 2 + NFC East DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks

Dive deep into the NFC East as the hosts analyze each team's strengths and weaknesses, highlighting potential breakout players. They speculate on ideal landing spots for Cincinnati's Trey Hendrickson and discuss exciting developments from Week 2 of preseason. Key performances, including those of Dillon Gabriel and Caleb Williams, increase quarterback controversies. Expectations soar for the Cowboys, Giants, Eagles, and Commanders, as win totals and unique fantasy insights shape predictions for an intriguing upcoming season.

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