The GM Shuffle

The NFL has officially postponed the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers & Tennessee Titans after members of the Titans tested positive for Covid-19. The New York Giants are 12-39 since 2017 and that didn’t happen by accident. This week, Mike breaks down the leadership mistakes that has led to the organization’s downfall. The Indianapolis Colts & Chicago Bears are trying to prove they’re legitimate playoff contenders, The Philadelphia 76ers hire Doc Rivers as their new head coach, and Mike gives his official betting picks for week 4 of the NFL Season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Atlanta Falcons blew another double digit lead as Chicago Bears backup quarterback Nick Foles led an improbable comeback after replacing the struggling Mitch Trubisky. The Philadelphia Eagles tied the Cincinnati Bengals and the blame shouldn’t fall solely on just Doug Pederson or Carson Wentz. The Buffalo Bills showed determination to beat the Los Angeles Rams, the Lions snap their losing streak, and Russell Wilson has officially been unleashed by the Seattle Seahawks. All that and more on this episode of The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Father Time may finally be catching up to Drew Brees, who despite his stat line, has been underperforming all season. The marquee matchup on Monday Night Football isn’t just the battle between Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson, but rather the two best kickers in the NFL. The “Trevor Lawrence Sweepstakes” have officially begun and the guys analyze which teams are most likely to land the top college quarterback in 2021 NFL draft. The Philadelphia Eagles are rapidly declining, the Dallas Cowboys have a tough game against the Seattle Seahawks, and Mike offers the best tips and tricks to betting NFL games this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Cowboys completed an epic comeback against an Atlanta Falcons team who is struggling to find an identity. Carson Wentz was booed at Lincoln Financial Field despite no fans in the stadium and Sean McVay once again proves he is one of the best coaches in the NFL. Anthony Lynn and the LA Chargers needed a better game plan to beat the Kansas City Chiefs despite a huge NFL debut by their young quarterback Justin Herbert. The Houston Texans fall to the Baltimore Ravens, the Buffalo Bills had one of the week’s best game plans, and teams don’t necessarily need a kicker with a monster leg to win games. All that and more on this week’s GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over one year ago The GM Shuffle declared that Saquon Barkley’s pass blocking will become a glaring problem for the New York Giants, which is now more and more evident with each game Barkley plays. The future of Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, and Sam Darnold are on the line this year and each quarterback needs to prove that they can lead their franchises past this season. Big Ten Football is back, Mike gives his picks for week 2 and the guys profile the most intriguing games to watch this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Brady has made his official debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but he looked uncomfortable. The Washington Football Team erased a 17-point deficit to beat the Philadelphia Eagles, whose offensive line gave up eight sacks. Aaron Rodgers shined in week 1 and Minnesota Vikings fans should be worried about the team’s defense going forward. “Minshew Mania: 2.0” is here, Dan Quinn is an eternal optimist, and the Arizona Cardinals upset the San Francisco 49ers. All that and more on this episode of The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jalen Ramsey and the Los Angeles Rams have agreed to a record breaking contract extension which makes him the first defensive back in NFL history to sign a deal worth over $100 million, but the LA Rams will still finish third in the NFC West. Some analysts are saying that Josh Allen could be in the MVP conversation this season, which couldn’t be further from reality. Von Miller could be out for the season, the guys preview Week 1 of the season and discuss the best lines from Tony Sopranos. All that and more on the GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Alvin Kamara contract rumors swirling about in recent days it’s important to remember Mike’s golden rule: “Every source has an agenda.” Jacksonville has removed two of their best players from their roster in hopes of a better future, but it’s going to take a complete organizational overhaul for anything to really change for the Jaguars. Final roster cuts carry big implications for Fantasy Football owners, the Cincinnati Bengals smartly extend Joe Mixon’s contract, and the guys talk to Mike Palm – Vice President of Operations for the D, Golden Gate and Circa in Las Vegas. All that and more on The GM Shuffle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to It Was Said, a 10-episode limited documentary series looking back on some of the most powerful, impactful and timeless speeches in American history. Join Pulitzer Prize winning and best-selling author-historian, Jon Meacham, Peabody-nominated C13Originals Studios and HISTORY, as we take you through 10 speeches. Season One of It Was Said draws on a selection of speeches from powerful figures in history like Martin Luther King, Jr., Ronald Reagan, JFK, RFK, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, John Lewis, Edward R. Murrow, and Barbara Jordan. Meacham will offer expert insight and analysis into their origins, the orator, the context of the times they were given, why they are still relevant today, and the importance of never forgetting them. Each episode of this documentary podcast series will also bring together some of the top historians, authors and journalists relevant to each respective speech and figure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jadeveon Clowney is still a free agent, but unless he lowers his asking price no team is going to pick him up before the start of the 2020 NFL Season. Seven time Pro-Bowl Safety Earl Thomas was released by the Baltimore Ravens this week after yet another altercation with teammates. The Chicago Bears and Buffalo Bills have quarterback concerns and while Cam Newton is running away with the starting job for the New England Patriots. Aldon Smith makes his return to the NFL, Tua Tagovailoa is showing improvement in Miami, and Brett Brown is fired by the Philadelphia 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices