Posts Tagged ‘Feature 1’
A 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 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 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?
Beards, 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…
Read MoreNFC Playoff Predictions
Playoff 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 MoreWhittingham Starts a New Chapter
New Michigan head football coach Kyle Whittingham sounded refreshed, not restless, as he explained why Michigan appealed to him at this stage of his career. He did not want to overstay his welcome at Utah and felt Michigan needed trust more than a rebuild. Whittingham said players are energized, resources are real, and winning is…
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