Posts by Alan Guzzi
Smith Talks Postseason Pressure, Concussions, Coaching Stability
ESPN’s Alex Smith offered perspective on quarterbacks, coaching stability, and postseason pressure. He said constant coordinator changes can help a QB learn the game but stressed stability still matters most, noting Jalen Hurts at least benefits from consistent terminology. Smith believes Mike Tomlin stepped away on his own and would have teams lining up to…
Read MoreA Familiar Ending Finally Led to Change
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Gerry Dulac joined the show today. Dulac broke down Mike Tomlin and the Steelers finally hitting a breaking point after nine straight one-and-done playoff exits that felt increasingly uncompetitive. He believes Mike Tomlin stepped away on his own, sensing the moment, rather than being fired. Dulac expects Pittsburgh to move quickly toward a…
Read MoreHow Will We Remember James Harden
Reggie Miller touched on rivalries, legacies, and the NBA’s future. He sees Spurs-Thunder trending toward a real rivalry, favoring OKC as the safer stock but loving San Antonio’s direction. Miller called the Lakers’ LeBron jersey patch odd but dismissed retirement talk, believing LeBron still wants another title. He floated LeBron as a potential Vegas owner,…
Read MoreA Tale of Two Halves and Bigger Questions
Bill Cowher described the Steelers loss as a tale of two halves but said the bigger issue is Pittsburgh’s lack of a clear long-term plan. He would welcome Aaron Rodgers back as a bridge and mentor to a young signal caller and believes Mike Tomlin has earned the right to stay after 19 seasons with…
Read MoreTucker: Eagles Missed Their Moment
Ross Tucker offered candid insight across the NFL landscape. He was stunned by Philadelphia’s home playoff loss to a depleted 49ers team, calling it a missed opportunity for the league’s most talented roster and predicting real changes, including at offensive coordinator. Tucker sees Mike Tomlin staying in Pittsburgh as long as he wants and questioned…
Read MoreBig Ten’s Rise Continues
ESPN’s Chris Fowler said Miami impressed in its win over Ole Miss and supported the no-call on the final play, citing mutual contact and the lack of consistency in how conferences officiate games. Fowler prefers letting teams play, even if standards vary league to league. He praised Indiana’s remarkable turnaround under Curt Cignetti, crediting smart…
Read MoreQuinn: Games Are Still Won in the Trenches
Fox Sports analyst Brady Quinn offered a grounded view on college football’s shifting landscape. He wouldn’t have thrown a flag late in Miami’s win over Ole Miss, citing contact both ways. Quinn praised Miami’s size and strength in the trenches, stressing that line play still wins games and is why portal linemen are so valuable.…
Read MorePoll Question: Would “U” Have Thrown a Flag?
Palmer: College Football’s New Normal Is Here
ESPN analyst Jesse Palmer joined the show to discuss football’s evolution. He explained why SEC dominance no longer guarantees yearly titles as talent spreads nationwide. Palmer said Oregon must establish the run to beat Indiana, leaning on its size up front. He praised Fernando Mendoza for his intelligence, poise, and playmaking under pressure. Palmer also…
Read MoreBeards, Brains, and Ball
Ryan Fitzpatrick mixed humor and insight discussing life around the NFL. He joked he spends more time on his beard than his hair and reflected on Harvard being both a question mark and a benefit entering the league. Fitzpatrick sees pressure on Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love but rejects hot seat talk, and would be…
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