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The Jacksonville Jaguars dismantled the Baltimore Ravens last night, are the Jaguars the best team in the AFC? We preview Sunday’s NFL slate with 13 questions for 13 games. With Carson Wentz returning at quarterback, are the Minnesota Vikings back in the Super Bowl picture if he keeps the job? The Los Angeles Rams appear close to getting back star Myles Garrett, will he make a major impact? Are Jaguars passer Trevor Lawrence and Chicago Bears signal caller Caleb Williams about to become the NFL’s two best quarterbacks? What players should be dealt after this weekend, before the NFL trade deadline? Who is under the most pressure this weekend and what will the best game be? Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel is moving upstairs to the booth, will it make a difference? We make our weekly trip to Fairlyland to ask “What If” scenarios for Sunday’s games. What are the best matchups this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We open the show with the massive news that Abdalla saved the office, he shares his heroic tale. Hurricanes star Malachi Toney will undergo ankle surgery, can Miami still beat Notre Dame? Will this weekend be the ultimate referendum on quarterback play? What team makes the most sense for Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor: the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, New York Giants or Green Bay Packers? Who are the NFL’s midseason awards? The Minnesota Vikings will start Carson Wentz at quarterback this week, can he keep the job once Kyler Murray is healthy? Will Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Fagnano find success tonight against the Jacksonville Jaguars? Will Shedeur Sanders look good in his first start at quarterback this season for the Cleveland Browns? Can new Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Joe Milton and JJ McCarthy of the New York Giants put up big points on Sunday? How will the Arizona Cardinals and Seattle Seahawks match up with Garner Minshew and Drew Lock under center? Will estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find a new home? Should the Houston Texans plan to pay over $60 million per season to quarterback C.J. Stroud? Are we overlooking the Jacksonville Jaguars again this season? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to look ahead to this weekend’s games. What does Abdalla have in common with an NFL owner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol, putting Shedeur Sanders in line for his first start of the season. Will the Baltimore Ravens or Minnesota Vikings entertain trading for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones? The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, what do they mean? Estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk is reporting to the team, will his situation be a distraction? Can delaying a salary cap implementation save baseball in 2027? Is Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams going to become the NFL’s next mega star? Will Indianapolis Colts Jonathan Taylor make a major impact if he’s traded? What is Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s long-term outlook? Should Baltimore trade running back Derrick Henry? Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons is returning to practice, will he immediately return to dominance? Why is NC State considering former quarterbacks Philip Rivers and Russell Wilson to be their next coach? Breaking quarterback news: Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold is out this week with Drew Lock filling in. More news as the Philadelphia Eagles are making a quarterback change going to Joe Milton. Could Cowboys receiver George Pickens force his way out of Dallas? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Breaking news, the Ravens have added a quarterback trading with the Arizona Cardinals for Jacoby Brissett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears impressively beat the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football, is quarterback Caleb Williams a clear tier one passer now? The Los Angeles Rams are close to getting defensive end Myles Garrett back, can they still live up to their offseason expectations? Will Bleck concede Abdalla was right the Las Vegas Raiders should start Kirk Cousins this season at quarterback? Has Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Siriani thrown in the towel on this season? Should the Eagles consider trading running back Saquon Barkley? How do the guys rank the quarterbacks, coaches and supporting cast in the competitive NFC North? What teams can win the Super Bowl as currently built, and which would need help? Are the Arizona Cardinals making a mistake going to Gardner Minshew as their quarterback? We take an early look at the lines for this week’s games. Could estranged San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk find his way back into the NFL? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lamar Jackson will undergo surgery on his injured thumb, what does the future hold for the Baltimore Ravens quarterback? The Dallas Cowboys blew a huge lead to the Arizona Cardinals, are changes on the way from owner Jerry Jones? We recap our dozen questions from a dozen games. Is tonight’s game with the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks an NFC Championship Game preview? The Denver Broncos continue coming from behind to win games, is it sustainable? Are the Jacksonville Jaguars the best team we’re not talking enough about? Did the Detroit Lions have the most impressive win yesterday? Are the guys more confident in the New England Patriots, Cincinnati Bengals or Los Angeles Rams? If traded by the Indianapolis Colts, would he make a big difference for a contender? Should the NFL consider playoff restructuring so the best teams get in? USC got a big win against Ohio State, why did Trojans coach Lincoln Riley have a prepared statement ready for after the game? How much is too much to trade the Colts for Taylor? Will the Los Angeles Chargers ever make a change at offensive coordinator? Is Micah Parsons close to returning for the Green Bay Packers? Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray is dealing with a hamstring injury. Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Packers beat the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football, with Micah Parsons returning soon is Green Bay setup to be one of the NFL’s best teams? We have a spooky twist on this weeks twelve questions for twelve games. Should the Indianapolis Colts sit running back Jonathan Taylor on Sunday to avoid injury if they’re going to trade him? How does the balance of power in the NFC North look as the undefeated Minnesota Vikings take on the Detroit Lions? Who is under the most pressure this weekend and what will the best game be? What is the best Halloween movie and candy? Former Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward joined us to look ahead to this weekend’s games. Is Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel being setup to be the fall guy? This week’s trip to Fairyland for a game of What If is haunting. What are the best games this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bears made a blockbuster move, acquiring All-Pro defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, how much better does he make the Chicago defense? Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson appears ready to return against Buffalo on Sunday, can he lead Baltimore to a win over Josh Allen’s Bills? The Milwaukee Brewers are World Series Champions, was the moment spoiled by the upcoming labor battle? Can Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray increase his production while Minnesota remains unbeaten? Will the Denver Broncos defense do a better job against Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker in their second matchup? How will the Ohio State offense fair with a backup quarterback against USC? Who is more important for the Broncos on Sunday: cornerback Patrick Surtain or receiver Jaylen Waddle? Our teammate Nick Kostos joins the show to react to the Bears trade. Who wins tonight on Thursday Night Football between the Carolina Panthers and Green Bay Packers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers leveled up yesterday making separate trades with the Indianapolis Colts, will they be the two best teams in the NFC? Colts receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade, who else could be dealt? Will Denver Broncos receiver Jaylen Waddle play against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday? Will the return of Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons shake up the NFC playoff picture? Can USC coach Lincoln Riley turn things around for the Trojans? When will we believe Lamar Jackson is returning to quarterback the Baltimore Ravens? Have the guys turned the corner on New York Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy? What should we make of Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold? Is Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys the best quarterback who has accomplished the least? What will Jay-Z’s halftime show look like? What teams have the best chance of turning around their season? Is a salary cap coming to the Big Ten, and would it help the sport? Who are the five best and worst teams in the NFL? Can the Tampa Bay Rays continue to extend the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers? Will the Minnesota Timberwolves keep their season afloat until Anthony Edwards returns? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football, should Jerry Jones make another move to add to the defense? Why are the Las Vegas Raiders continuing to start Kirk Cousins over Fernando Mendoza at quarterback? Breaking news as the Indianapolis Colts traded guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, will running back Jonathan Taylor be next? Did Baltimore Ravens coach Jesse Minter take a passive aggressive swipe at his quarterback Lamar Jackson? Of teams currently in the playoffs, who is a lock and who should enjoy it while they can? Are more athletic defensive players causing Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and other passers trouble? FOX Sports analyst Matt Leinart joins us to look at the big storylines in college football. We take a look at the early lines of this week’s NFL matchups. Can the Oklahoma City Thunder compete for an NBA Championship without Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace? Will the Milwaukee Brewers win their first World Series tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Minnesota Vikings are the final undefeated team in the NFL, can they continue relying on their defense to win? The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs both suffered their first loss yesterday, should either be concerned? We look back at the dozen answers we received to a dozen games yesterday. The Baltimore Ravens continue blowing leads, and quarterback Lamar Jackson isn’t playing, can they survive their next two games? Has quarterback J.J. McCarthy begun rebuilding his career with the New York Giants? Who is more back: the Los Angeles Rams or Seattle Seahawks? Are the Vikings the best team in the NFL? What contender should be most concerned by their play yesterday? Who should be most encouraged by their play yesterday: Browns, Steelers, Bengals, Broncos, Giants, Lions or Seahawks? Are the Oklahoma City Thunder’s title hopes over following the gruesome injury to Jalen Williams? Will Texas quarterback Arch Manning return to college instead of entering the NFL Draft? Is it time for USC to move on from coach Lincoln Riley? Should the Las Vegas Raiders make a quarterback change to top pick Fernando Mendoza? Will the Indianapolis Colts trade running back Jonathan Taylor and other players? The Detroit Lions are selling a spaghetti sandwich from Eminem? Who wins tonight on Monday Night Football between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears defeated the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football behind a great game from quarterback Caleb Williams. We preview Sunday’s NFL matchups with a dozen questions for a dozen games. Will the Indianapolis Colts trade running back Jonathan Taylor? We have injury updates on Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield. What quarterback do the guys have their eyes on this Sunday? What team and player are under the most pressure to win this week, and what will the best game be? Has the media put too much pressure on Texas quarterback Arch Manning? Would Bears fans rather have Williams under center than some of the best passers in the league? We explore wild “What If” scenarios for Sunday’s games. Who will win the World Series between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays? Do you believe in NFL conspiracy theories? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Chicago Bears welcome the New England Patriots tonight on Thursday Night Football, will tonight be a massive showcase for quarterback Caleb Williams? Should the Baltimore Ravens be concerned about quarterback Lamar Jackson’s continued health issues? Is Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix allowing concern for his ankle to affect his play? How do the Patriots go into Chicago tonight and win? Do the Bears need to force Patriots quarterback Drake Maye into turnovers? Will one good thing come from the College Football Playoff expansion? Will Williams and Maye get into a shootout tonight? How will J.J. McCarthy fare in his first start at quarterback for the New York Giants? The new-look Minnesota Timberwolves looked great in their opener, are they a sleeper in the western conference? Will the release of Call of Duty tonight affect Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray on Sunday? Is it time for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to only focus on batting? Who has the coaching advantage tonight, Ben Johnson or Mike Vrabel? Our teammate Nick Kostos joined the show to look ahead to the NFL weekend. Who wins tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Wickett was in for Abdalla today along with Bleck, and as we hit the air a decision has been made in New York where the Giants will start J.J. McCarthy at quarterback. Are the Los Angeles Rams the most disappointing team in the NFL? Is Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert a possible target for some of the worst teams in the NFL? The Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs and the Philadelphia 76ers spoiled ring night for the New York Knicks, will these be this season’s conference finalists? What is next in the saga of the Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts? Can Washington Commanders Jayden Daniels turn things around? Is Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud a dark horse MVP candidate? Can 76ers forward LeBron James continue his all-round play from last night? Could the New Orleans Saints upset the Pittsburgh Steelers in Paris? How will the Cleveland Browns handle being a favorite against the Tennessee Titans? After the firing of general manager Chris Ballard, will the Indianapolis Colts be the first team to beat the Minnesota Vikings? Who are the best and worst teams in the NFL? Which NFC East team’s fatal flaw is most fatal? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Washington Commanders lost to the San Francisco 49ers last night, what is going on with quarterback Jayden Daniels? Is it time to push the panic button on the Los Angeles Rams? The NBA season tips off today, who are the favorites to reach the NBA Finals and win MVP? Are the 49ers the most complete team in the NFL? What NFL teams and players should be on the move as we examine buyers and sellers. Why haven’t the Los Angeles Chargers made a move with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel? Is anyone going to step forward to win the NFC East? We take an early look at the lines of this weekend’s NFL games. How mad will Bleck get about Disney putting on a Star Wars broadcast of the Super Bowl? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is out for the season, where does the team go from here? The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard this morning, will they look to trade pieces? Are the Texas Longhorns planning to bench quarterback Arch Manning this weekend? We recap the answers received from the biggest questions in the NFL yesterday. After a wild college football Saturday chalk full of upsets, do we need to savor these moments that will go away when the playoff expands? With quarterback Caleb Williams back in the lineup, are the Chicago Bears the NFC’s best team? Who deserves the most blame for the Los Angeles Rams 2-4 start? Who is the hottest team in the NFL? What is the best team in the NFC East? What current playoff teams in the NFC and AFC are most likely to miss the postseason? Are the Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers and Carolina Panthers good or not good? Who is the MVP of the NFL: Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker or Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen? What happened to Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert? Could Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn be fired if he loses against the San Francisco 49ers tonight on Monday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices