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A rare week on the show — all four of our teams won. Aaron Rodgers joined Tom Brady, Drew Brees, and Peyton Manning in the record books with his 90th career 3-touchdown game. The Packers put together their biggest win over the Bears since 2014. The Bengals survived a run defense that got gashed for 217 yards. And the 49ers won an absolute classic in Seattle to stay the last unbeaten team on our board at 5-0. We're also catching up on something we should've mentioned weeks ago Pink October and the NFL's Crucial Catch campaign before diving into a real debate: with a record nine international games this year, has the NFL gone too far, and should the league ever send two true division rivals overseas? Plus a tie game nobody saw coming, the Chargers' 0-5 freefall, and a full Week 6 preview, bye week and all. Four dads. Zero credentials. Way too many opinions.

Four weeks in, and the gloves are off. We're recapping a wild Week 4 — Alex's Steelers dropping a nail-biter in Cleveland, Mike's Packers grinding out an ugly road win, Jemille's Bengals getting picked off twice in a home loss, and Josh's 49ers staying the last unbeaten team on the show at 4-0. Naturally, that means everybody's got something to say about everybody else's team — nobody's spared. Plus, a segment nobody saw coming: our collective disdain for Josh Allen gets its moment, whether he deserves it or not. Then we set the board for Week 5 — Steelers host the Colts, Packers host the Bears, Bengals try to get right in Miami, and the 49ers head to Seattle as the only unbeaten team in the league currently picked to lose. Four dads. Zero credentials. Way too many opinions, and this week, way too many grudges.

Two of our three teams had a week to forget. The Packers got run off their own field in primetime, blowing a lead and surrendering 27 unanswered to the Falcons. The Bengals let a win slip away in Pittsburgh on a muffed punt. The 49ers are the last unbeaten team left on our board at 3-0 — but it came at a cost, with Nick Bosa's injury situation taking a turn for the worse. Around the league: the NFL's first-ever game in Rio delivered an all-time finish, two 3-0 teams collide in the AFC West, and we're asking whether Aaron Rodgers is actually back. Then it's on to Week 4 — Packers try to get right against a winless Tampa Bay team, Bengals host Jacksonville after a defense that just gave up 411 yards, and the 49ers' unbeaten streak faces a real threat at home. Four dads. Zero credentials. Way too many opinions.

Two-parter this week because we owe you one. First, the quick hits from a Week 2 that never made it to your feed: Packers grind out an overtime win over the Jets, Bengals look every bit the class of the AFC North at 2-0 behind Ja'Marr Chase's best game of the year, and the Niners were borderline perfect in a 35-13 win. Then it's on to Week 3 — Falcons come to Lambeau on a short week, Bengals head into Pittsburgh as favorites for the first time this year, and the Cardinals roll into Levi's without Kyler Murray. Around the league: the NFL's first-ever game in Rio, the gut-punch injury to Jayden Daniels, and a round-table brawl over Cinderella teams, hot-seat coaches, and the takes we already need to eat. Four dads. Zero credentials. Way too many opinions.

Four dads. Four teams. Zero credentials. Welcome back to The Average Fans Take, the podcast where a Packers stockholder, an emotionally-invested Bengals die-hard, a wildcard Niners fan, and a host just trying to keep the peace break down the NFL the way it's actually talked about — around a table, with a beer, and way too much confidence. In our Season 1 opener, we're diving into the league's first full week: Kyler Murray taking over in Minnesota, whether the Bengals' defensive makeover is the real deal, the 49ers rolling the dice with Bosa and Kittle in Australia, and Mahomes' big return on Monday night. Plus, our first-ever Average Take predictions and a round-table debate that gets out of hand fast. New episodes every week. Nobody here is a professional. That's the point.

Alex and Mike are back to recap a wild Week 6 across the NFL! We talk about the league’s golden boy Josh Allen, the exciting young duo lighting it up in New York — Jackson Dart and Skattabo — and everything in between. Alex goes off on PFF and their constant disrespect for the Steelers, while Mike sounds off on Tua, “players-only” meetings, and what they really mean for a team’s locker room. Tune in for hot takes, raw reactions, and another round of Average Fans football talk! 🏈

Another week, another wild ride in the NFL. Alex and Mike are back to break down the madness from Week 5 — including the 0-5 Jets’ brutal start, the question every fan is asking: is the NFL rigged?, and Mike’s heartbreak after losing out on multiple parlays. We also dive into the wild Chiefs vs. Jaguars game, share our biggest takeaways, and make our picks for the upcoming slate of games. Tune in for unfiltered reactions, hot takes, and classic Average Fans banter.

Season 5, Episode 2 – A Tie is Like Kissing Your Sister Week 5 gave us everything — ties, international football, upsets, and questions that still don’t have answers. Alex and Mike hold it down this week as we break down the Packers’ dramatic tie, the first Dublin game where the Steelers topped the Vikings, and what’s going on with the Bengals and 49ers. Plus, we give our thoughts heading into this week’s matchups and plenty more along the way.

Week 4 Kickoff The gang is back for our fifth season of football talk! Alex, Mike, Josh, and Jemille dive into everything you need to know heading into Week 4. We break down the current standings, talk about the struggles of the 0-3 teams, and give our thoughts on the Packers and 49ers. Plus, we can’t ignore the Ravens’ epic collapse and what it means moving forward. As always, we wrap things up with our picks for this week’s slate of games — and much more. Whether you’re here for the hot takes, the breakdowns, or just to hang out with fellow football fans, you’re in the right place.

In this week’s The Average Fans Take, the whole gang is back! We discuss the Steelers’ win over the Ravens, the 49ers’ struggles with CMC on IR—is it time to pack it in? Jemille is ready for a Bengals rebuild and tired of Zac Taylor, while Mike dives into the Packers’ playoff push. Plus, we talk MLB’s golden bat rule, the NBA’s in-season tournament, Hard Knocks, Rodgers’ Jets future, and make our weekly picks. Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!

In this special Thanksgiving episode of The Average Fans Take, Mike, Alex, and Jemille break down the NFL’s Thanksgiving slate of games. We also take a moment to wish everyone a happy and blessed Thanksgiving with your loved ones. Enjoy the football and the holiday, and we’ll see you next week! Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!

In this week’s episode of The Average Fans Take, we break down the Bengals’ loss, the Packers’ win over the Bears, and the 49ers’ collapse to a division rival. Plus, we touch on the Ravens’ loss to the Steelers, share our weekly picks, and dive into the declining NBA product—with Mike’s bold idea to fix it. Don’t miss this one! Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!

In this week’s Knee Jerk Reactions for Week 10, Mike breaks down the Packers’ thrilling “just the tip” finish in their win over the Bears, while Alex dives into the Steelers’ AFC North rivalry matchup. Josh discusses the 49ers’ heated clash with the Seahawks, and Jemille reflects on the Bengals’ tough SNF loss to the Chargers. Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!

In this week’s Knee Jerk Reactions ! for Week 10, Jemille breaks down the Bengals’ tough loss to the Ravens in Baltimore, with Baltimore sweeping Cincinnati in the division. Alex dives into the thrilling finish to the Steelers’ win over the Commanders, and Josh celebrates the 49ers’ victory over the Tampa Bay Bucs. Tune in for passionate reactions and insights on this week’s matchups this Thursday! Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!

In this week’s episode of The Average Fans Take, Mike, Jemille, and Alex break down all the action from Week 9! We talk about the Packers vs. Lions monsoon game, the Bengals’ dominant win over the Raiders, and Saquon Barkley’s incredible performance. Plus, we tackle the controversial calls bailing out the Chiefs once again. We also dive into the NFL trade deadline’s biggest winners and losers. Don’t miss out! Follow us on X @TheAverageFans and join our Pick ’Em League on ESPN!