

The MMQB NFL Podcast
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The MMQB NFL Podcast brings you unique, informed and immediate analysis from around the NFL. Whether you’re looking to catch up on Sunday’s football action, take a deep dive into the film or answer some burning NFL questions, The MMQB staff has you covered and you’ll finish each episode knowing more about football than you ever thought you could.
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Jan 14, 2025 • 1h 16min
NFL Wild Card Weekend Recap
Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the Cowboys firing Mike McCarthy with no replacement in mind, what the end of season play of Sam Darnold means for the Vikings, what the Bucs will do after an early playoff exit, how the Eagles defense stymied the Packers, what additions the Broncos roster needs, and moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 years or older in Massachusetts & Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in Colorado for some games. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; In Arizona call: 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; In New York Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY(467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jan 6, 2025 • 50min
Dissecting The Black Monday Firings
Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss the post week 18 Black Monday head coaching firings including, Jerod Mayo only lasting one season in New England, the Jaguars not firing GM Trent Baalke, the Giant retaining Brian Daboll after a 3-14 season, and what the playoff bracket looks likeSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 years or older in Massachusetts & Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in Colorado for some games. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; In Arizona call: 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; In New York Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY(467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 8min
NFL Week 17: Should Saquon Go For The Rushing Record?
Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down the playoff picture going into week 18 and which teams in critical games may rest their starters. We also discuss if Saquon Barkley should risk injury and go for the NFL single season rushing record, why the Bengals need to resign Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to give Joe Burrow confidence in ownership, the bad clock management this season, and what Sam Darnold's success this season could mean for the league going forwardSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18 years or older. 19 years or older in Alabama and Nebraska; 19 years or older in CO for some games, 21 years or older in Massachusetts & Arizona) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in Colorado for some games. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; In Arizona call: 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; In New York Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY(467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 23, 2024 • 40min
NFL Week 16: End of Season Playoff Picture
Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss the playoff picture with two weeks left in the season, how the Commanders overcame their mistakes to get the win over the Eagles, how the Michael Penix Jr. led Falcons are back in the playoff race, if Dallas will keep Mike McCarthy as their head coach, and Ben Johnson's trick plays in the Lions win over the BearsSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 19, 2024 • 52min
Previewing the Week 16 NFL Games
Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down how Patrick Mahomes will be affected (most likely not affected) by his ankle injury and the Atlanta Falcons turning to Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback before getting into the playoff spots at stake as we head into the final week's of the seasonSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 16, 2024 • 1h 5min
NFL Week 15: Head Coaches on the Hot Seat
Conor Orr and Albert Breer discuss how long Bill Belichick will actually coach at North Carolina before discussing the chances each bottom team will be looking for a new head coach, the Lions decimated defense getting oicked apart by the Bills, Jordan Love coming into his own late into the seasonn, what Pittsburgh will do with their sputtering offense going forward, and the Giants crawling to the finish against the RavensSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 13min
NFL Week 14: Rams & Bills Play Game of the Year
Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what the Chiefs weaknesses are after they escape with yet another close win against the Chargers, The shootout between the Rams and Bills, why Sam Darnold has proven he's more than a reclamation project, Seattle pulling ahead in the NFC West, yet another rough week for both New York teams, and moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 5, 2024 • 50min
Previewing The Week 14 NFL Games
Matt Verderame and Gilberto Manzano break down how the Chiefs offensive issues from last year have carried over to 2024, why the Falcons should give Michael Penix Jr. a shot, if the Lions depleted defense can beat the Packers, how the Bills could be surprised by the Rams this week, if the Dolphins have any shot at the playoffs, and Kyler Murray's safe play so far this seasonSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dec 2, 2024 • 1h 22min
NFL Week 13: The Ravens Have A Justin Tucker Problem
Conor Orr and Albert Breer break down what the Bears will do next in their head coaching search, if Justin Tucker has a case of the yips, how the Bills have found a way to succeed after a roster overhaul, the Chiefs offensive line problem, how Joe Burrow will be watching what the Bengals front office does this offseason, and moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 13min
NFL Week 12: Wondering How Good Saquon Could Have Been...
Albert Breer is joined by Matt Verderame to break down Saquon Barkley's dominant performance on Sunday night and wonder how good he could have been if he hadn't played for the Giants. We also get into the big roster questions the 49ers must address, Caleb Williams starting to make some big plays like he did at USC, the wild ending of Cowboys/Commanders, what's going on with C.J. Stroud, and moreSponsored by: Underdog FantasyMust be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy