NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin

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NFL Cover Zero: NFL Free Agency and Chargers CB Cam Hart Mar 18, 2026

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Drew Franklin and Billy look at NFL Free Agency and the changes we've seen so far. The Bucs lose Mike Evans to the 49ers. Kyler Murray is headed to the Vikings, will there be a QB competition in the Minnesota? Travis Kelce is headed back to the Chiefs. What does the future hold for Maxx Crosby? Plus, Drew is enthused by the changes with the Titans!

Revisiting the Super Bowl and San Fran, Chargers Cam Hart dropped by to discuss the big steps the franchise is taking towards the future, including adding OC Mike McDaniel. Cam reveals why he dislikes Michigan and his first interactions with Jim Harbaugh!

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NFL Cover Zero: Super Bowl Recap! Feb 10, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are back in Kentucky and watched the Seahawks become Super Bowl Champions! Matt notes the rough night had by Will Campbell, but just how good are the Seahawks? Matt looks ahead to next season and how Seatte's schedule will play out? Drew was impressed by the showing from Seahawks fans in San Francisco.

It was a tough. night for Drake Maye and most of the Patriots. Matt wonders if this performance follows him into next season. Recapping the music from the Super Bowl, Matt enjoyed the storytelling during the halftime show, but wished the cameos had more time.

Looking back at the season, Matt wonders if this was a changing of the guard or just an anomaly of a year that was wildly entertaining. Does Seattle just run it back with this squad mostly intact? The Patriots path gets much harder next season. The Bears and Patriots were probably a year ahead of schedule, but when does Matt expect to see Chicago in the Super Bowl? Plus, is there a QB that be a diamond in the rough next year like Sam Darnold did for the Seahawks?

Look for more Radio Row interviews coming this week from NFL Cover Zero!

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NFL Cover Zero: Radio Row Day 3- Christian McCaffery, Harrison Phillips, and Christian Watson! Feb 07, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin give their thoughts on their time on Radio Row. What happens in the Super Bowl with the Patriots and Seahawks? 49ers RB Christian McCaffery talks about the Bay Area and playing for the 49ers. Jets OT Harrison Phillips drops by to talk about the Special Olympics and the offseason turn around happening for the Jets. Packers WR Christian Watson talks about what it's like playing against Matt's Bears and also playing in the snow at Lambeau.

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NFL Cover Zero: Radio Row Day 2- Shaun Alexander, Bussin' with the Boys, Joe Milton, and Bryce Young! Feb 06, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin continue their stay on Radio Row for Day 2! Matt ranks the Top 5 people he's seen wandering around. Fmr Super Bowl MVP Shaun Alexander talks about seeing his former team back in the big game. 'Bussin' with the Boys' drops by with Will Compton and Taylor Lewan to discuss the Seahawks/Patriots matchup and how they think the game plays out. QB Joe Milton compares his college fans/crowds compared to NFL fans. Plus, QB Bryce Young talks about the Panthers taking a big step forward this season!

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NFL Cover Zero: Radio Row Day 1- Steve Johnson, Terrell Davis, and Mike Golic Sr. Feb 05, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin being their Super Bowl Week on Radio Row! UK legend and Fmr NFL WR Stevie Johnson drops by unexpectedly before 2x Super Bowl Champ Terrell Davis talks about playing in this game! Why does he think clothes and food are a waste of money? Mike Golic Sr. remembers his radio days with Matt and looks at the Seahawks/Patriots matchup!

Stay tuned all week with NFL Cover Zero broadcasting from Radio Row at the Super Bowl!

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NFL Cover Zero: Super Bowl is set and Coaches getting hired Jan 26, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin look at the Conference Championship matchups that gave us a Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl. Jarrett Stidham had a tough day, but should the Broncos have taken first half points before weather came?

Matt talks about the exciting matchup between the Rams and Seahawks. Did Sam Darnold finally silence his critics? Drew notes the coaching matchup that delivered. What are your first thoughts on the Maye-Darnold QB matchup? Matt wonders if either of these teams are at the start of a long run of Championship hopes.

Onto the coaching hires with two new hires in the AFC North. Mike McCarthy adds another iconic franchise to his coaching resume with the Steelers. What changes will Jesse Minter bring to the Ravens? Matt was surprised by the Bills interviewing Philip Rivers, but wants his coaches to have more experience. We wrap up with preparations for NFL Cover Zero heading to the Super Bowl.

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NFL Cover Zero: It's Conference Championship Time! Jan 23, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are preparing for the AFC and NFC Championship games! Matt wants to know more about Jarrett Stidham because he wants to root for the Broncos over the Patriots. Looking at the news, how do you feel about the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott? Matt sees three coaching moves where the teams may not improve next season.

Mike McDaniel and Eric Bienemy have both been hired as Offensive Coordinators. Robert Saleh is headed to the Titans as head coach. Matt notes the coming rivalry between Baker Mayfield and Kevin Stefanski.

John Harbaugh was introduced as the Giants Head Coach. Does Harbaugh make New York 'bigger' in the league? What are the biggest franchises in the NFL and all sports right now? Looking at the games this weekend and the quarterbacks left playing. Matt and Drew make their picks for this weekend and which teams will face each other in the Super Bowl.

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NFL Cover Zero: Divisional Round Recap and QB Legacies being formed! Jan 19, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin open with the Bears falling to the Rams. As a Bears fan, Matt feels like the team was playing ahead of schedule. Are the Rams an even bigger Super Bowl favorite now? The Bills may have missed out on their best chance to win a championship. How will the Broncos fare without Bo Nix? Matt explains why he thinks Denver still has a chance!

Will Josh Allen ever win a Super Bowl? Matt notes the rough night for CJ Stroud and how it impacts what the Texans are willing to pay for an extension. The Patriots are back in the Conference Championship and have a chance at another Super Bowl. Matt ranks the networks for his viewing experience.

What are your first thought Super Bowl picks? Matt explains how winning a 2nd QB puts Matthew Stafford in a new category. In other NFL news, Kevin Stefanski is hired by the Falcons. Where will Mike McCarthy land? Drew expresses his hopes for the Titans. We wrap up with Matt's plans for Super Bowl Week in Santa Clara and predictions for the CFB Championship.

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NFL Cover Zero: Harbaugh/Tomlin and Division Playoff Matchups! Jan 16, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive in with the Giants closing in on John Harbaugh as their next head coach. How do you think he fits with the Giants and improves the team? Mike Tomlin steps down from the Steelers and Matt explains what the team should be looking for next. Drew reveals who he would or wouldn't like to see the Titans hire as their next head coach.

Who are the names swirling around as the top candidates for NFL jobs? Matt gives the theory he'd like to follow leading into the NFL Draft.

Onto the Divisional Round of games, Matt thinks Bills/Broncos could be the best matchup of the weekend! 49ers/Seahawks is a very tough game to try and figure out. The Texans/Patriots could be decided by defense or the weather. Matt is very excited for Rams/Bears, but his allegiance to Chicago is torn!

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NFL Cover Zero: A Wild, Wild Weekend! Jan 12, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin were amazed at the games from Wild Card Weekend. As a Bears fan, Matt walks through the biggest moments. What changes are we going to see from the Packers? Matt feels like this is the start of a long run for Chicago.

The Panthers held their own and Matthew Stafford played like an MVP QB. Josh Allen led the Bills over the Jaguars. What do you see in the Jags future? The Eagles season came to an end as the 49ers continue to find ways to win. Matt wonders about AJ Brown's future and other issues with the Eagles.

What are the best NFL coaching jobs available? Matt was shocked the Ravens moved on from John Harbaugh. Matt was disappointed by the Chargers performance against the Patriots. Matt lays out the upcoming schedule for the Divisional Round next weekend. Matt wraps up with the show heading to the Super Bowl!

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