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ESPN’s Leaguewide

ESPN’s Leaguewide is the definitive show for NFL fans, every single weekday, all season long. Ben Solak is joined by a deep lineup of the best and brightest minds who live and breathe football to cover everything happening across the NFL. The biggest stories and smartest analysis. Fantasy, betting, NFL Draft, trades, trends and off-the-field conversations come together in one essential daily show built to make every football fan smarter, more entertained and more connected to the game.

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NFL Week 6 preview: Ben Solak and Mike Clay break down the best games and fantasy breakout stars | Leaguewide Oct 16, 2026

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On this episode of Leaguewide on ESPN, Ben Solak welcomes Mike Clay for the ultimate preview of the best games to watch in Week 6 of the National Football League.

They jump right into the London matchup, where the Houston Texans face the Jacksonville Jaguars, before breaking down the Chicago Bears vs. Atlanta Falcons game.

Next, they shift to the basic cable game of the week and discuss Cowboys vs. Packers, Ben chooses Raiders vs. Bills, and the producers choice Saints vs. Giants.

Plus, Mike Clay wraps things up with his Fantasy Football breakout stars, selecting a QB, WR, RB, and a wild card pick.

:00 Welcome to Leaguewide 2:00 Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars 13:40 Chicago Bears vs Atlanta Falcons 25:03 Green Bay Packers vs Dallas Cowboys 35:59 Buffalo Bills vs Las Vegas Raiders 39: 22 New Orleans Saints vs New York Giants 42:45 Fantasy Football breakout stars 52:33 Ben’s Leaguewide Pick’em

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What's Really Going On With the Chargers? + NFL Hot Mic Moments | Leaguewide ESPN Oct 15, 2026

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On this episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak and Brooke Pryor break down the NFL's biggest hot mic moments and storylines from around the league. They discuss Mike Tomlin's stance on players-only meetings, Marlon Humphrey's story about Kyle Hamilton predicting his interception of Tua Tagovailoa, and Micah Parsons' criticism of Jayden Daniels following the Giants' late-game mishap.

Later, Chargers reporter Kris Rhim joins the show to examine the state of the Chargers, including the impact of injuries on Justin Herbert, questions surrounding the team's direction, and whether a coaching change could be looming.

00: Welcome

:47 Thursday Night Football Preview Seahawks vs Broncos

7:51 Hot Mic

9:18 Mike Tomlin calls out Cowboys for alleged players-only meeting

15:17 Marlon Humphrey on Kyle Hamilton predicting he'd pick off Tua

19:08 Micah Parsons: “Jayden Daniels Probably Cost Dan Quinn His Job”

25:23. Mystery Quote. Who said it ?

32:41 What’s going on with the Chargers ?

36:13 Is there a disconnect between Harbaugh and Mike McDaniel?

43:46 How much has the injuries to other players affected Justin Herbert ?

52:39 Is there a coaching change imminent with the Chargers ?

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The Latest on NFL Trade Rumors, Injury Updates & Breaking Down the Most Controversial Coaching Decisions of Week 5 | Leaguewide Oct 14, 2026

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In this episode, Jeremy Fowler and Ben Solak break down the latest NFL injury updates, trade deadline rumors, and team strategies. They dive into key player recoveries, potential blockbuster trades, and what rebuilding teams could do as the season progresses.

Plus, Ben is joined by ESPN NFL Analyst Seth Walder for a deep dive into the critical coaching decisions that defined Week 5 of the NFL season. From aggressive fourth-down attempts to costly clock management mistakes, they analyze the choices that shaped the week's biggest games, leading to memorable victories, heartbreaking losses, and plenty of debate across the league

:00 Welcome

1:39 Injury report

2:14 Lamar Jackson's injury status and return prospects

3:13 Caleb Williams' hamstring injury and recovery timeline

4:47 Quarterback situations in Arizona and potential trades

6:33 Trade market for pass rushers and defensive tackles

9:10 Khalil Mack to the Bears ?

12:09 Taking the Temperature of the Commanders' Trade Market

15:12 Is There a Chance Brian Thomas Jr. Leaves Jacksonville?

18:49 Welcome Seth Walder

19:35 A Deep dive at NFL Coaching Decisions

20:30 Who’s to blame for the fiasco at the end of Giants vs Commanders game?

34:07 Bills vs Rams: Mistakes in game management and coaching decisions

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Rams vs. Bills Reaction: Biggest Takeaways, Cam Ward Concerns & Jets Buzz | Leaguewide ESPN Oct 13, 2026

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In this episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak welcomes ESPN NFL Reporter Steve Wyche and analyze the thrilling NFL game between the Rams and Bills, focusing on key players, coaching decisions, and special teams mishaps that defined the match. Pulse Steve tells Ben to take a deep breath or Hyper ventilate on The Cam Ward era in Tennessee. If The Bears' secondary has a shot of surviving a deep playoff run. And if the Jets actually good? Join us for insights into game strategies, player performances, and critical moments that shaped the outcome. 00: Welcome 0:28 Los Angeles Rams vs Buffalo Bills recap 20:00 Waiver Wire Tuesday 23:49 Cam Ward and the Titans 34:30 The Bears' secondary has no shot of surviving a deep playoff run. 46:48 Wait... are the Jets actually good?

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49ers-Seahawks, Eagles Collapse & Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade + The Questions We Need to Answer After Week 5 | Leaguewide ESPN Oct 12, 2026

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On this episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak welcomes ESPN Senior NFL Insider Dan Graziano to break down the biggest games from NFL Week 5.

The show opens with a recap of the Sunday Night football matchup between the Ravens and the Falcons. Then Dan and Ben deep dive into the game of the week between the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks. Ben and Dan discuss Mike Evans' standout performance, Sam Darnold's struggles, and the key moments that shaped the matchup.

Next, they turn their attention to the NFL London Game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Philadelphia Eagles, including a breakdown of the Eagles' disastrous loss.

From there, the conversation shifts to the blockbuster trade that sent Marvin Harrison Jr. from the Arizona Cardinals to the Houston Texans.

Dan also shares his firsthand experience from the sidelines of the New England Patriots vs. Las Vegas Raiders game. And the turn around of Drake Maye.

Plus, Ben asks whether it's an overreaction to call the Washington Commanders vs. New York Giants tie the worst thing in the History of Football ?

Are the Minnesota Vikings legitimate contenders? Will the Los Angeles Chargers begin a fire sale? And are the Denver Broncos actually good?

All that and more on this Monday edition of Leaguewide on ESPN.

00: Welcome

:28 Ravens vs Falcons Sunday Night Football

5:40 San Francisco 49rs vs Seattle Seahawks

19:52 Jacksonville Jaguars vs Philadelphia Eagles

30:11 Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade

38:02 New England Patriots vs. Las Vegas Raiders

47:30 - Commanders vs Giants, worst thing in the History of Football ?

54:26 Are the Minnesota Vikings legitimate contenders?

01:01;40 Are the Denver Broncos actually good?

01:06:35 - Will the Los Angeles Chargers begin a fire sale?

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Bills-Rams Preview, Seahawks-49ers Breakdown & Harry Douglas' WRs to Watch | Leaguewide Oct 09, 2026

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On Friday's episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak is joined by Harry Douglas to preview this weekend's NFL action.

They begin with a look ahead to the Monday Night Football showdown between the Bills and Rams.

Next, Solak gets fired up breaking down the must-watch matchup between the 49ers and Seahawks, including a deep dive into one of the NFL's biggest challenges: How do you stop Jaxon Smith-Njigba?

Plus, it's time for the Basic Cable Game of the Week. Which matchup has Harry and Ben most excited? Harry highlights Raiders vs. Patriots, while Ben can't wait for Bears vs. Packers.

And that's not all. Harry reveals the three wide receivers you need to watch this weekend, and some of his picks might surprise you.

SEO-Friendly Headline: Bills-Rams Preview, Seahawks-49ers Breakdown & Harry Douglas' WRs to Watch

:00 Welcome

3:40 Bills vs Rams

14:07 49ers vs Seahawks

22:37 How to Stop Jaxon Smith-Njigba?

25:35 Raiders vs Patriots

31:07 Bears vs Packers

36:30 Harry Douglas’ Wide Receiver's Worth Watching

41:18 Sean Payton Replaces Davis Webb as Play-Caller

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Is Drake Maye Back? Plus the Cowboys' G.O.T.I. Debate & McCarthy's Message Explained | Leaguewide Oct 08, 2026

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On today’s episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak previews the Thursday Night matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs the Dallas Cowboys.

Later, Ben is joined by Brooke Pryor to provide context on some of the league's most talked-about storylines. Why are people calling the Dallas Cowboys the G.O.T.I. (Greatest Offense There Is)?

And what did Mike McCarthy really mean when he said the Steelers need to "clean their own house"? Is there reason for concern in Pittsburgh, or is it simply early-season frustration?

Plus, ESPN Patriots reporter Mike Reiss joins the show to help make sense of what’s happening with Drake Maye. Was the win over Buffalo the turning point for the Patriots' young quarterback? What changed after his struggles through the first three weeks of the season? Ben and Mike break down the adjustments, the improved offensive design, and whether Patriots fans should believe Maye is officially back on track.

All that and more on Leaguewide. #NFL #DallasCowboys #DrakeMaye #Patriots #MikeMcCarthy #BenSolak #BrookePryor #MikeReiss #NFLNews #FootballAnalysis #Leaguewide

00: Welcome to Leaguewide

00:52 Buccaneers vs Cowboys TNF Preview

7:16 Cam Jurgens gets trade to Baltimore Ravens

14:11 Welcome Brooke Pryor

17:14 Are the Dallas Cowboys the G.O.T.I. (Greatest Offense There Is)?

21:50 What did Mike McCarthy really mean when he said the Steelers need to "clean their own house"?

27:26 Welcome Mike Reiss

28:07 What’s happening with Drake Maye

43:41 Was the game vs Buffalo the turning point for Drake Maye?

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NFL Stock Watch: Raiders Up, Bengals in Trouble? C.J. Stroud Soars as NFL Stock Watch Heats Up Oct 07, 2026

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On today’s episode of Leaguewide, Ben welcomes Derrik Klassen from The Athletic for an NFL Stock Watch. They break down the league’s biggest storylines and decide which teams, players, coaches, and trends are worth buying into and which ones they’re selling on.

00:00 Welcome

1:39 Buying stock on C.J. Stroud

5:15 The Browns are turning the corner

10:00 Do you have hope for the Cincinnati Bengals?

15:35 Selling stock on Brandon Staley's New Orleans Saints defense

21:55 The Klint Kubiak Raiders are for real

26:32 Break 1

26:35 Buying stock on Rob Leonard's Raiders defense

31:39 Concerns are growing for the Vikings offense

38:10 The Cam Ward hype is fading

44:40 Break 2

44:43 Buying stock on Brad Idzik and the Panthers offense

51:52 Lane Johnson calls it a career after 14 seasons

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Bijan Dominates MNF: Should Broncos Panic ? Do the Chiefs need Tyreek to survive ? + Trouble, Lions Collapse | Leaguewide Oct 06, 2026

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On this episode of Leaguewide, Ben Solak welcomes NFL Network and ESPN National Reporter Steve Wyche to discuss Bijan Robinson's dominant performance against the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football.

Plus, Ben asks Steve whether Broncos fans should take a deep breath regarding the team's offensive coordinator situation. Is the Kansas City Chiefs' season lost without a Tyreek Hill reunion? And for the Detroit Lions, is there anything that can save their defense?

00:00 Welcome
01:00 Falcons vs. Saints: Bijan's Dominant Performance
19:12 Waiver Wire
22:22 Has the Broncos' Offensive Gamble on Davis Webb Failed?
34:19 Do the Chiefs Need Tyreek Hill, or Is Their Season in Trouble?
49:23 For the Detroit Lions, Is There Anything That Can Save Their Defense?

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NFL Week 4: The 3 Biggest Games + Is the Coach of the Year Race Already Over? | LeagueWide Ep. 1 Oct 05, 2026

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On the first episode of LeagueWide, Ben Solak welcomes ESPN Senior NFL National Reporter Dan Graziano to break down Week 4 of the NFL season.

They discuss the three biggest games of the weekend: Jaguars vs. Bengals, Rams vs. Eagles, and Cowboys vs. Texans.

Dan also provides his sideline perspective and analysis of Bills vs. Patriots.

The conversation then shifts to whether we're seeing overreactions or justified concerns around some of the league's biggest storylines. Is Ben Johnson already the favorite for Coach of the Year? Could the Broncos make a change at offensive coordinator after Week 5?

They also discuss whether the Packers can turn their season around and why Ben believes the Chargers could beat the Broncos next week.

We're going LeagueWide.

1:30 Jaguars vs Bengals 15:25 Rams vs Eagles 28:28 Cowboys vs Texans 39:56 Patriots vs Bills 51:50 Overreaction or Under-reaction 52:00 Ben Johnson is the Coach of the year 56:40 Davis Webb will not be Broncos OC after Week 5 1:01:02 Can the Packers solve this ? 01:04:50 Will the Chargers win vs the Seahawks ?

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