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Ryen is joined by Brian Windhorst to talk about the Thunder’s plan going forward and whether it involves a move, the outlook in the West, whether Giannis just went to a warmer Milwaukee, and Jokic’s future in Denver. Then, The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman stops by to react to the winners and losers of the first College Football Playoff rankings, including the one team that should be upset. Next, he runs through another ‘Quarterly Report,’ this time on the AFC East. And finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a lawn care liar and a wedding date dilemma. BRIAN WINDHORST (02:30) Thunder Future (08:00) What’s Possible in the West Now? (12:40) Rockets Rolling (20:25) Favorite Title Teams He’s Covered (29:20) Kawhi Drama (41:45) Sixers the East Favorites? (53:40) Cooper Flagg’s Ceiling (1:02:25) Wizards Are Decent! (1:07:20) Heat Problems (1:09:00) Jokic’s Future in Denver (1:14:00) Can the Lakers Win the West? BRUCE FELDMAN (1:21:15) Tennessee Should Be Mad (1:26:40) Notre Dame Must Win? (1:31:20) SEC vs. Big Ten (1:34:45) Indiana Questions (1:38:40) Oregon Still Alive? (1:45:45) Florida State’s Next HC AFC EAST QUARTERLY REPORT (1:49:00) Bills (1:56:40) Patriots (2:00:45) Jets (2:04:35) Dolphins LIFE ADVICE (2:06:40) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/ryen. Application times may vary. Rates may vary.  _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined, as always on Mondays, by Yahoo’s Nate Tice to talk about the Lions’ big win over the Vikings, how many QBs you’d take over the Vikings’ defense right now, the Chiefs blowing it late against the Broncos, how Bo Nix keeps doing this, Lamar’s injury, the still-flawed Bills and more! Plus, Ryen gives out his latest college football Top 12 rankings before Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a buddy’s bad partner and attractive co-workers. NFL WEEK 8 w/ NATE TICE (02:30) Lions-Vikings (18:00) QB or the Vikings D? (28:20) Broncos-Chiefs: How Is Bo Nix Doing This? (42:10) Lamar Hurt Again (44:45) Neutral-Site AFC Hypotheticals (50:35) Cam Ward Looked Good? (1:00:15) Good Bucs Win? (1:10:00) Quick Hitters (1:23:20) MNF: Bears-Seahawks (1:26:30) WTF Justin Herbert CFB TOP 12 (1:40:30) LIFE ADVICE (1:58:45) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _ Shop at REVOLVE.com/RUSSILLO  and use code RUSSILLO for 15% off your entire order. #REVOLVEpartner _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined by old friend Damien Woody to discuss the Bears’ big-swing trade sending multiple first-round picks to the Titans for Jeffrey Simmons, plus run through some of the teams and players facing the biggest questions. Then, Big Wos stops by to talk about the early-season Knicks, what the Thunder do after the Jalen Williams injury, and why he defends Jaylen Brown amid the Celtics drama. Finally, Ceruti and Kyle hop in for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including stealing a name and being bullied by interns. DAMIEN WOODY (02:30) Bears Trade for Simmons (07:10) Ranking the NFC North (10:05) Cowboys Skepticism (12:45) Defending a Super Bowl (18:05) Congested NFC (22:45) Can’t Trust Bo Nix (26:50) Tom Brady Stories ALLIANCE (32:00) BIG WOS (38:40) Knicks Still the East Favorite? (45:25) OKC Trade Jalen Williams? (56:35) Defending Jaylen Brown (1:08:20) Kings Must-See TV LIFE ADVICE (1:10:25) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Now playing in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with some NBA thoughts, including the Knicks’ first win against the Pistons, the Blazers’ fun win over the Lakers, and Ant Edwards and the rough start to the season due to injuries. Then, Todd McShay joins to get some thoughts off his chest about the SEC’s schedule compared to those of other conferences and to reassess the 2027 NFL QB draft class. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including dealing with an older trick-or-treater and a car navigation dispute. NBA OPEN (02:30) Knicks-Pistons (10:10) Blazers-Lakers TODD McSHAY (18:05) The SEC Schedule Gauntlets (23:30) Big 12 Overrated? (27:55) How Many Big Ten Teams? (40:00) Julian Sayin’s Draft Stock (42:05) SEC Deserves More Playoff Teams (46:20) 2027 QB Class Revisit (54:35) Arch’s 2027 Team LIFE ADVICE (1:05:00) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Opens October 23rd in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined, as always on Mondays, by Yahoo’s Nate Tice to discuss the Seahawks’ statement win over the Chiefs, Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s MVP case, the Lions’ fourth-down decision and win over the Packers, the NFC North rankings, the Texans’ bad loss to the Giants, and much more! Plus, Ryen gives out his latest college football top 12 rankings before Kyle and Ceruti hop in for some listener-submitted Life Advice. NFL WEEK 7 w/ NATE TICE (02:30) Seahawks’ Statement Win? (13:45) JSN’s MVP Case (27:10) Lions-Packers (39:40) Ranking the NFC North (47:30) Should the Vikings Trade for a QB? (57:10) Falcons-49ers (1:08:40) Texans’ Worst Loss of the Year? (1:15:10) Cowboys Can’t Lose to the Eagles (1:19:05) Bucs’ Big Win (1:24:20) Burrow Back? (1:29:50) Dolphins’ Smart Tank CFB TOP 12 (1:35:15) LIFE ADVICE (1:47:25) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Opens October 23rd in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens by talking about the first big Wednesday slate of NBA games and Yaxel calling out Luka. Then, he chats with Danny Kanell about whether Notre Dame could miss the playoff, the expansion debate, and why DK disagrees with Nate Tice on Arch Manning. Next, Mike Sando stops by to preview NFL Week 7, including the wild NFC West, potential trades to look out for, and a piece on the inner workings of NFL headsets. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including farting at the gym and throwing a kids’ flag football game. NBA OPEN (2:30) Yaxel Calls Out Luka (8:20) Heat-TWolves (12:00) Pelicans-Pacers (14:45) Jazz-Grizzlies (18:15) Magic-Hawks (19:45) Suns-Blazers DANNY KANELL (22:00) Is Ryen Stylish? (24:15) Could Notre Dame Miss the Playoff? (34:20) The Case for the 24-Team Playoff (50:40) The Best SEC Team (54:10) Favorite QB MIKE SANDO (1:01:30) Rams Fixable? (1:10:00) Seahawks’ Slow Start (1:13:20) 49ers (1:17:35) Potential Trades? (1:19:25) Packers-Lions (1:20:20) Teams You Don’t Believe In (1:24:00) NFL Headset Stories ALLIANCE (1:35:45) LIFE ADVICE (1:41:00) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Opens October 23rd in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

After news came out last week that the College Football Playoff would be expanding again, Ryen opens with some thoughts on whether there’s a tipping point for us as fans when it comes to adding games and gimmicks we don’t necessarily want. Then, he shares three thoughts on NBA opening night before chatting with the great Jeff Passan for a preview of the Brewers-Rays World Series. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a moving dilemma and meeting your friends in the suburbs. CFB EXPANSION: IS THERE A TIPPING POINT? (2:30) NBA IS BACK! (12:50) Thunder-Spurs (17:15) 76ers-Knicks (19:30) Pistons-Celtics JEFF PASSAN (25:15) Small-Market World Series (26:50) How the Brewers Got Here (31:35) How the Rays Got Here (41:00) MLB Style Shift? (48:25) Prediction (54:45) Looming Labor Stoppage LIFE ADVICE (1:03:50) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Shop now at https://Fabletics.com/RYEN to get 70–80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP.  _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Opens October 23rd in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined, as always on Mondays, by Yahoo’s Nate Tice to discuss whether the Rams can be saved this season, the Packers showing signs of life, whether the Texans are back, Jalen Hurts’ season-ending medical issue, whether the Eagles should rebuild, the Colts firing their GM, and an Arch Manning update. Then, Ryen unveils his latest college football top 12 rankings following Saturday’s major shakeup. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including going to a concert solo and a wife who is a bad cheerer at her kids’ sporting events. NFL WEEK 6 w/ NATE TICE (02:30) What’s Up with the Rams? (18:30) Packers-Cowboys (29:00) Are the Texans Back? (43:40) Caleb Williams’ Return (45:20) Hurts Out for the Year / Should the Eagles Be Big Sellers? (56:30) Colts Fire GM (1:01:15) NFL Quick Hitter (1:20:15) Arch Manning Update (1:24:35) Who Is Good in CFB? CFB TOP 12 RANKINGS (1:37:25) LIFE ADVICE (1:53:45) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry); or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Get 1 promo code to redeem a 3-month NBA League Pass subscription, complimentary of DraftKings. Subscription auto-renews monthly at then-current price (currently $16.99/mo); cancel anytime. Terms, restrictions, and eligibility requirements apply. Redeem League Pass by 12/19/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Addt’l terms: support.watch.nba.com/hc/en-us/articles/9165532876183-League-Pass-Terms-of-Use_. Predictions offer void in NY.Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ The Only Living Pickpocket in New York: Opens October 23rd in New York and Los Angeles. Nationwide October 30th. _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers. One Love _ _ _ _ _

In Part 2 of our 2026–27 NBA preview, Ryen is joined by Sam Vecenie of the Game Theory Podcast to finish their most interesting teams draft. Then, they make their picks for the NBA Finals matchup and winner, MVP, and Rookie of the Year. NBA PREVIEW (2:00) Rockets (6:45) Nuggets (11:55) Warriors (16:30) Mavericks (21:45) Celtics (28:00) Cavaliers (31:00) Hawks (37:15) Grizzlies (41:30) Suns (46:10) Bulls (51:20) Hornets (55:00) Pelicans (1:01:00) Clippers (1:03:10) Nets (1:05:45) Kings (1:08:25) Bucks (1:12:30) Title, MVP, ROY picks ALLIANCE (1:17:10) LIFE ADVICE (1:22:35) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _

In Part 1 of our 2026-27 NBA preview, Ryen is joined by Sam Vecenie of the Game Theory Podcast to draft the teams they’re most interested in heading into the season. They discuss whether the 76ers will actually work, the Knicks’ chances of repeating, and a couple of Finals dark horses. NBA PREVIEW (03:00) 76ers (11:30) Thunder (17:00) Spurs (24:00) Knicks (33:00) Timberwolves (40:10) Trail Blazers (46:15) Raptors (50:22) Pistons (55:00) Heat (59:00) Magic (1:03:00) Wizards (1:08:50) Pacers (1:12:30) Lakers (1:17:40) Jazz _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with another quarterly report, this time on the AFC North. Then, he chats with CBS NFL analyst Ross Tucker about who he truly believes can win the AFC, whether the Ravens are among the contenders, behind-the-scenes conversations with Drake Maye and Josh Allen, and whether the Eagles’ season is fixable. Next, the star of HBO’s “A Killer Story” and longtime journalist Joe Sexton talks about the hit TV series, how he got involved, and whether he enjoyed covering this story more than sports. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including snitching on someone and dealing with a loud yoga neighbor. QUARTERLY REPORT: AFC NORTH (1:30) Ravens (6:00) Browns (9:30) Steelers (11:50) Bengals ROSS TUCKER (16:10) Becoming a Top Analyst (19:45) Rams-Bills Fallout (26:55) Talking to Drake Maye (32:35) AFC Contender Hierarchy (42:50) Scarier Front: Seahawks or Vikings? (49:05) Are the Eagles Fixable? JOE SEXTON (54:50) “A Killer Story” LIFE ADVICE (1:31:10) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Get Shell V-Power NiTRO+. Engine performance that lasts. Legal Disclaimer: Compared to minimum detergent gasoline. With continuous use of Shell V-Power NiTRO+ in gasoline direct injection engines. Actual effects and benefits may vary.  See shell.us/more-protection for more information. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined, as always on Mondays, by Yahoo’s Nate Tice to discuss the 49ers’ impressive win in Seattle, the Commanders’ and Eagles’ blunders, why the Texans gave up so much to acquire Marvin Harrison Jr. in a trade, and more on Arch Manning after Texas’s rough loss to Oklahoma. Then, Ryen gives out his latest CFB Top 12 rankings, including a new No. 1. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Life Advice and a recap of Ryen’s golf trip. NFL WEEK 5 WITH NATE TICE (2:30) 49ers-Seahawks (15:15) Commanders-Giants…WTF? (25:05) Another Eagles Collapse (35:50) Marvin Harrison Jr. Traded to Texans (49:40) Old Drake Maye Is Back (59:45) NFL Quick Hitters (1:07:30) Is the Arch Tape That Bad? CFB TOP 12 (1:17:15) LIFE ADVICE (1:31:10) Ryen’s Missouri golf trip recap (1:45:40) Life Advice _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, 800-327-5050/visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook. 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $200 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $200 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 21 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Free, non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 11/29/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Join the Shell Fuel Rewards program and save. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen opens with a new segment called the NFL Quarterly Report, where he deep-dives into one division, and this week it’s the NFC North. Then, NFL Media’s Andrew Siciliano stops by to preview Week 5, including the battle in the NFC West, whether the Jaguars are AFC favorites, and who he likes in Bills-Rams on Monday night. Next, Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix joins for a mini NBA check-in, where he gives a Finals pick, talks about Luka and the Lakers’ expectations, and discusses some overrated and underrated teams heading into the season. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti hop in for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a guy who feels guilty leaving his wife with the kid on a work trip and a date who tried to pass a guy off to her friend. NFL QUARTERLY REPORT: NFC NORTH (02:30) Vikings (07:00) Bears (10:40) Lions (14:45) Packers ANDREW SICILIANO (20:15) NFC West Contenders (25:05) When Do the Vikings Lose? (28:00) Jaguars the AFC Favorite? (35:00) Broncos-Chargers (40:00) Texans Must-Win (45:00) Bills-Rams CHRIS MANNIX (52:45) Finals Pick (53:30) OKC vs. Spurs in the West (1:03:00) Luka/Lakers Expectations (1:08:10) Sixers to Win the East? (1:17:45) Heat Overhyped? (1:18:50) Magic Underhyped? (1:21:45) Pacers Wild Card LIFE ADVICE (1:24:30) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $150 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $10 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 14 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 10/18/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _

Ryen is joined by FOX’s lead college football analyst Joel Klatt to discuss whether Ohio State might still be the best team in the country, why Bryce Underwood isn’t entirely to blame for Michigan’s problems, USC’s unrealistic expectations, why Miami is still underrated, who they both like when Alabama plays Georgia this weekend, and much more. Plus, Ceruti joins for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a wedding photo problem and getting out of yard work. JOEL KLATT (2:14) Biggest CFB Surprise (3:53) Big Ten vs. SEC (6:40) What’s Wrong With Michigan? (13:23) Jeremiah Smith the GOAT? (16:40) Worried About Indiana? (21:26) Georgia vs. Alabama (25:51) Texas Overrated? (32:09) How Good Is Miami? (35:08) Big 12 (37:29) USC’s Unrealistic Expectations (42:21) Another Hot Nebraska Start LIFE ADVICE (48:25) Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/ryen. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Trustpilot rating as of 8/1/2026.

Ryen is joined, as always on Mondays, by Yahoo’s Nate Tice to talk about some of the most complete teams in the NFL, whether the Texans are done, the Rams’ comeback, and Drake Maye’s breakout game. Then, Ryen gives his latest college football Top 12 rankings before Kyle and Ceruti stop by for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including an incident at a Jonas Brothers concert. NFL WEEK 4 w/ NATE TICE (02:30) Jaguars’ Ceiling (15:25) Texans-Cowboys (29:25) Purdy Elite? (42:00) The Bo Nix Problem (46:30) Rams-Eagles (57:15) Patriots-Bills (1:12:35) Chiefs-Raiders (1:22:25) Quick Hitters: Penalties (1:29:40) Bears-Jets (1:32:00) Herbert Haters (1:35:30) CFB Clock Management Mess (1:38:20) Austin Simmons 1st Round? CFB TOP 12 RANKINGS (1:45:40) LIFE ADVICE (1:59:00) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). Wagering offered by DK Sportsbook: 21+. Present in most states. (18+ DC/NH/PR/WY). Void in CAN. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. Event Trading offered by DraftKings Predictions, CFTC-registered: 18+. Trading involves risk of loss. Market availability varies. General: 1 per new DraftKings customer. Trade $5 get $150 Prediction Dollars (1-year expiry) or bet $5 get $10 in Bonus Bets (7-day expiry and stake removed from payout). Rewards issued in $50 increments every 7 days via click-to-claim for 14 days. Click-to-claims expire 7 days after issuance. Rewards are non-withdrawable. 7 days = 168hrs. Predictions offer void in NY. Terms: dkng.co/offer. Ends 10/18/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Shop at https://REVOLVE.com/RUSSILLO  and use code RUSSILLO for 15% off your entire order. #REVOLVEpartner _ _ _ _ _ Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. One Love. _ _ _ _ _