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Wild Card Weekend Day 2 delivered fantastic drama and Kevin Clark breaks it all down. Through just four games, this postseason has already featured more fourth-quarter lead changes than any playoff run in NFL history, and it’s exposing something bigger: real parity is back. The era of one or two juggernauts cruising through January is over. In this episode: Why the NFL’s elite quarterbacks no longer guarantee dominance The uncomfortable conversation around Justin Herbert and why he gets treated differently How the NFC West turned into the old SEC West, and why fading the 49ers might be a mistake Kyle Shanahan’s best coaching job yet amid a brutal injury season The Eagles’ troubling vibes, A.J. Brown disappearing acts, and why Big Dom might be the most important man on the sideline Josh Allen reminding everyone he’s the best player on the planet What the Jaguars got wrong, and why “young team, they’ll be back” is a dangerous lie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wild Card Weekend Day 1 is in the books, and Kevin Clark breaks down a stunning slate of playoff football. The Bears flip decades of trauma on the Packers in one of the most shocking collapses in recent rivalry history. From clock management failures to emotional play-calling, what does this loss mean for Matt LaFleur’s future in Green Bay, and where could he land next? Plus: Why Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson just changed the Bears–Packers dynamic for good How a few missed kicks may have altered the next decade of NFL franchises The Rams survive the Panthers — but did we just see their ceiling? What Matthew Stafford’s finger injury means for the rest of the NFC Bryce Young’s future, Carolina’s brutal loss, and why “moral victories” don’t exist Kevin’s NFC contender tiers heading into the rest of the playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ron Rivera to discuss his role as Cal's general manager and the chaos that the transfer portal brings this time of year. Ron highlights the coaches in the NFL that he loves to watch and relives some of the battles with Sean Payton. Plus, why Ron thinks Cam Newton deserves more respect for what he accomplished during his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Solak joins the show to break down and pick every Wild Card game, with the key matchups that matter most. Plus, reaction to the John Harbaugh firing and Baltimore’s next coaching search. (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! (1:30) Ravens Fire John Harbaugh After 18 Seasons (11:40) Who should the Ravens hire next? (15:40) Rams @ Panthers Preview (27:18) Packers @ Bears Preview (44:30) Bills @ Jaguars Preview (1:03:10) 49ers @ Eagles Preview (1:22:45) Chargers @ Patriots Preview (1:37:42) Texans @ Steelers Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter begins the episode with a reaction to the news out of Washington, that offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury would be moving on after a "mutual parting of ways,” and uses that as a springboard to analyze and dissect just how crazy the NFL can be. Year to year, things turn over, and the success of one season can play no role in security and comfort heading into the one after that. From Washington to Atlanta to Cleveland to Arizona to New York to Tennessee to Las Vegas, Peter touches on all the various openings, rumors, and thoughts swirling around the league. Greg Olsen joins the show and is fantastic. They talk Panthers, coaching middle school football with Jonathan Stewart and Luke Kuechly, and then get into a lengthy discussion on whether Greg could see himself in the front office of an NFL organization. Lastly, they discuss the current Miami team, what it means to be a Cane, and Greg's plans for the CFP semifinal game versus Ole Miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to rank EVERY team in the playoff field: Seahawks, Rams, Jaguars, Bills, Eagles, Chargers, Steelers, Texans, Packers, Bears, Broncos, Patriots, Panthers and 49ers. Plus, a special appearance from Marcus Spears to grade our rankings! Breaking down who we trust most, who has real Super Bowl upside, and who feels like a first-round exit waiting to happen. We look at how each contender is actually playing right now, not just their record, and what the matchups tell us as the postseason approaches.  Do you agree with our rankings? Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny 0:25 Power Ranking EVERY Playoff Team 2:23 #1: Jacksonville Jaguars 7:45 #2: Los Angeles Rams 11:05 #3: Seattle Seahawks | #4: Houston Texans 16:50 #5: Denver Broncos 21:00 #6: Buffalo Bills 24:20 #7: Philadelphia Eagles 28:05 #8: New England Patriots 29:30 #9: Green Bay Packers 32:55 #10: San Francisco 49ers 34:15 #11: Chicago Bears 35:15 #12: Los Angeles Chargers 38:00 #13: Carolina Panthers | #14: Pittsburgh Steelers 40:45 Marcus Spears grades our Power Rankings 45:20 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down the biggest winners and losers from Week 18, including why a single missed kick in Ravens/Steelers may shape the next decade for both franchises. From Atlanta’s long-overdue reset, to major questions looming for Baltimore, Las Vegas, and New York, this was one of the most illuminating days of the NFL year. Kevin digs into: Why rookie kickers feel more pressure when trailing than when tied How the Ravens’ long-term outlook may have changed overnight What Atlanta, the Raiders, and Giants should actually be looking for in their next head coach Why the “Patriot Way” should finally be retired Seattle’s rise, Baltimore’s flaws, and Kevin’s biggest miss of the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jourdan Rodrigue joins the show to preview the most important games of Week 18, with division titles and playoff positioning still up for grabs. They break down the matchups that will help decide how the postseason picture shakes out and what each team is facing heading into the final weekend of the regular season. The conversation includes a look at Panthers vs. Buccaneers, Seahawks vs. 49ers, and Steelers vs. Ravens, diving into what’s at stake in each game and how the pressure ramps up with everything on the line. To wrap things up, they hand out New Year’s resolutions for non-playoff teams, focusing on what needs to change, what can’t be repeated, and how franchises should be thinking about the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Hall Of Fame Defensive Back Rod Woodson to breakdown the matchup that will decide the AFC North on Sunday. Having played for both teams Rod provides unique insight into what we should expect from the Ravens/Steelers.  Rod also shares his thoughts on how he would have to adjust his game if he played present day, why Patrick Surtain II reminds him of himself, and shares a few hilarious stories from his playing days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to talk through everything that stood out from Week 17 across the NFL. They break down who showed out, who struggled, and what it all means as the playoff picture continues to take shape. They react to the Falcons pulling off a surprising Monday night upset over the Rams & with plenty of Week 18 and postseason implications mixed in throughout. Winners: Brock Purdy Malik Willis Derrick Henry Tyler Shough & the Saints Woofs: Pittsburgh Steelers Baker Mayfield & the Buccaneers Josh Allen C.J. Stroud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices