Dan Patrick Show
Big 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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NFC Playoff Predictions
Dungy: Amount of Owner Involvement Crucial When Choosing NFL Jobs
Hall of Famer Tony Dungy weighed in on NFL coaching and quarterback dynamics. He believes Mike Tomlin is far from on the hot seat, and changing coaches just for the sake of change isn’t ideal. Dungy views Atlanta as an attractive spot for John Harbaugh, while he’d avoid New York drama despite the Giants’ football…
Read MorePlayoff Pressure Power Rankings
ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky broke down the NFL coaching and quarterback landscape. He likes the Falcons’ opening due to the offensive talent and the Giants’ long-term build but sees the Raiders as a weak opening. He doubts Deshaun Watson’s future in Cleveland and notes Lamar Jackson’s reduced rushing attempts were partly due to injury and…
Read MoreLamar’s Thoughts, Harbaugh’s Future: Inside the Ravens’ Decision
Ravens reporter Jamison Hensley shared insight on John Harbaugh’s departure from the Baltimore Ravens and the team’s next steps. He noted Lamar Jackson’s comments may have hinted at mixed feelings toward Harbaugh, though he doesn’t totally believe the coach didn’t lose the locker room, as the team still fought hard to end the season. While…
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