NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin

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NFL Cover Zero: Coaching Changes and Wild Card Weekend! Jan 08, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin note the coaching changes that have already happened after the regular season came to a close. What are the best jobs now available? Matt explains which moves he thinks were warranted and which look like a mistake. Drew reveals what he would like to see the Titans do moving forward.

Is one team a clear favorite for any head coach looking for a job? Matt gives his thoughts on Nick Sirianni resting the Eagles starters in Week 18. The Seahawks are the favorite to win the Super Bowl. Should there be a rule change against teams with losing records in the playoffs?

Looking back on the statistical leaders from the 2025 season, who is your MVP? The Jets became the first team to end the season without an interception. Looking at the playoff games, Matt and Drew make their picks for the six games along with a TD scorer. Matt notes one game that he could see a blowout result happen for either team!

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NFL Cover Zero: How many teams are capable of winning the Super Bowl? Jan 05, 2026

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin end the NFL regular season with an incredible ending of Ravens/Steelers. How many mistakes were made before both kickers missed? The Texans beat the Colts, but Matt was hoping for more Philip Rivers. Cam Little kicks a 67 yard field goal in the Jaguars win. Myles Garrett breaks the sack record in the Browns win over the Bengals.

Was this the last game for Travis Kelce with the Chiefs? The Panthers will host a playoff game after winning the NFC South. What's next for the Bucs after missing the playoffs? Another big game for Matthew Stafford in a Rams win. The Bears win while the Eagles lost, so the NFC seeds are set.

The Seahawks are the 1 seed in the NFC and are the favorites in the Super Bowl odds. How will the Playoffs play out? Matt explains why he's really looking forward to Bears-Packers. The Bills face the Jaguars and the game could go either way. The Eagles host the 49ers and Matt thinks the Chargers could beat the Patriots. How far can the Steelers go in the playoffs? Matt thinks 11 teams are capable of winning the Super Bowl!

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NFL Cover Zero: Which QB would you trust in the playoffs? Dec 29, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin jump into Week 17 with the Bears just falling short against the 49ers. Week 18 will have a big impact on playoff scenarios and Matt is wondering how many NFC are legit contenders. The Eagles 2nd half stats and lack of offense has Drew doubting them in the playoffs. Which QB are you going to trust in the playoffs? Matt highlights teams that have disappointed down the stretch.

Matt recaps his first play by play experience and the feedback from fans. Matt explains some of the 'magic' during the broadcast and how coaches would reveal their game plans. Looking back at the Christmas NFL games, how did we see two of the best kickers in the league struggle? The Lions took a bad loss to the Vikings.

Matt feels bad for Travis Kelce's possible last home game at Arrowhead. The Texans defense could give them a chance in the playoffs. The Ravens put up a strong game against the Packers. The Steelers have to be disappointed losing to the Browns. The Patriots rolled past the Jets. The Colts have lost 7 of 8...Matt wonders if it was worth it for Philip Rivers. The Raiders lose and become the favorite for the #1 overall pick. Plus, Matt reviews some rules for wearing different sports jerseys.

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NFL Cover Zero: Playoff berths being clinched! Dec 22, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start off with another thrilling victory from the Bears to clinch a playoffs spot. Has Caleb Williams answered all the questions about him this season? The Jaguars get past the Broncos, are they a contender? Matt explains how he's been practicing calling games in preparation for the New Orleans Bowl.

Matt recaps the wild ending to Steelers-Lions and another winning season for Mike Tomlin. The Ravens put up a fight against the Patriots. What is the future of Lamar Jackson? The Eagles clinch the NFC East with a testy win over the Commanders. The Saints notched a 3rd straight win behind Tyler Shough. The Bills held off the Browns.

More on Matt getting ready for the New Orleans Bowl with facts about both teams. The Titans post a victory over the Chiefs, who suffer another QB injury. The Chargers come back against the Cowboys. Matt wonders what changes the Dolphins will make in the offseason. Another loss for the Bucs has them under .500 after a 5-1 start. We preview Philip Rivers leading the Colts against the 49ers on MNF and wrap up with TD and Survivor picks for NFL Week 17.

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NFL Cover Zero: Injury Updates and NFL Week 16 Previews ! Dec 18, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin add Drew to the list of NFL injuries from this week. What is the future of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs? Matt is now a believer in Bo Nix as a top QB that's capable of winning of Super Bowl. The Steelers top the Dolphins, but the real story is Tua's future in Miami.

Joe Burrow will start the remaining 3 games despite the Bengals being eliminated from the playoffs. Saturday NFL games begin this week with Eagles/Commanders and Packers/Bears. Matt explains what this game means for Chicago. The Broncos are on the verge of clinching their division and possibly the AFC, we review the scenarios.

Which team is most likely to get the top pick in the NFL Draft? Matt wonders which team having a bad season will have a big upset late in the season. Philip Rivers gets another start as the Colts host the 49ers. The Rams visit the Seahawks on Thursday. Matt picks his three best games in NFL Week 16 and we make Survivor and TD Parlay picks!

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NFL Cover Zero: Impactful Injuries and Remaining Schedules Dec 15, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive into Week 15 with the Bills comeback victory over the Patriots. What does the AFC and NFC Playoff picture look like now? The Chiefs are eliminated from the postseason, but what is the future of the franchise with the injury of Patrick Mahomes?

Philip Rivers kept the Colts close against the Seahawks. The Ravens get past the Bengals in the cold. Trevor Lawrence has a career day against the Jets, should Liam Coen be the front runner for Coach of the Year? The Texans stay the course against the Cardinals. The Eagles shut out the Raiders.

Matt may be ready to jump on the Bo Nix bandwagon. Micah Parsons injury could change the Packers season. The Bears and Caleb Williams have another impressive outing but have a tough remaining schedule. Will the Browns be looking for a QB again in the offseason? The Saints get past the Panthers. Drew tries to explain what's happening with the Bucs. The Rams had a few injury scares against the Lions. What is the most likely Super Bowl matchup? We wrap up with Matt's preparations for calling the New Orleans Bowl, which will be his first football assignment!

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NFL Cover Zero: The Playoff Push! Dec 11, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin explore a baby being on the way for Drew and his adventures of picking a name and pregnancy cravings. Onto the NFL, the Chiefs dynasty run in the AFC West is over. Matt is amazed at the prospect of Philip Rivers coming back to play for the Colts.

Who figured out Jordan Love plays well during a car promotion? Matt relives his recent car buying experience. After the Eagles fall to the Chargers, are you out on their season? What has happened to Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson? As the Patriots host the Bills, Matt is pulling for a Super Bowl win for Buffalo.

Are you ready for some flag football? Shedeur Sanders will start the remaining games for the Browns and it starts against the Bears on Sunday. Matt has been impressed by Caleb Williams. How would you rank the 2nd year QBs? Drew would like to see Baker Mayfield get back on track. Matt gives his three favorite games in Week 15 along with Survivor pool and TD Parlay picks!

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NFL Cover Zero: Bring on the snow games! Dec 08, 2025

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Drew Franklin and Billy are at the helm as Week 14 featured some matchups in the snow! The Bills were out in the cold but seemt to be hitting their stride. Did we just see Aaron Rodgers best game with the Steelers? The Titans put together a win over the Browns.

The Giants were on a bye this week, so watching Jameis Winston as a game analyst was entertaining. The Colts have lost 4 of 5 and Daniel Jones injures his achilles. The Vikings shut out the Commanders. The Bucs have dropped 5 of 7 after losing to the Saints. Bears-Packers lived up to expectations at Lambeau.

The Broncos have won 10 in a row, but are they as good as their record? The Lions likely ended the Cowboys playoff hopes. Another win for the Seahawks and Rams, is Matt Stafford still your MVP? A big win for the Texans over the Chiefs and a tough game for Travis Kelce. Plus, a big Monday Night Football matchup coming up between the Chargers and Eagles!

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NFL Cover Zero: Thankful for a long weekend of football! Dec 01, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are still buzzing over an amazing few days of Thanksgiving NFL and Week 13! Which teams do Matt no longer consider a contender? Drew is looking for a strong finish from the Bengals. The Cowboys and Chiefs delivered a classic and leave you wondering about the future of both franchises. The Lions have lost 2 of 3 while the Packers are coming together.

The Bears win makes Matt think they have a chance this season. What has happened to the Eagles and Saquon Barkley? The Rams took a surprising loss to the Panthers. Matt likes showing the locker room speeches, but thinks shirts should be left on. The Texans improved to 7-5 win a win over the Colts. Shedeur Sanders loses his 2nd start for the Browns.

The Bucs ended a 3 game losing streak. The Vikings season continues to slide. Justin Herbert injures his non-throwing hand and Matt says he might be 'afraid' of Maxx Crosby. The Steelers fall to the Bills leaving plenty of questions about Pittsburgh. Drew admits to watching a Hallmark movie about the Bills. The Broncos win in overtime, could they be a Super Bowl contender? This could be the most wide-open playoffs we've ever seen. Plus, we preview the MNF matchup with the Patriots hosting the Giants.

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NFL Cover Zero: Thanksgiving Football Traditions Nov 26, 2025

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin discuss their traditions for Thanksgiving and football. The Cowboys and Lions make this year's games fantastic. The Panthers streak of winning the toss and winning the game comes to an end against the 49ers. Joe Burrow returns for the Bengals, but Matt isn't sure if it's the right decision. How have the new kickoff rules helped Titans WR Chimere Dike lead the league in all purpose yards?

Matt and Drew look at the early mock drafts and where the Titans will be picking. Could WR George PIckens be one of the best trades ever after his performance in Dallas? What should you expect in the 2nd start from Shedeur Sanders? The Bucs got good news on Baker Mayfield's injury. JJ McCarthy could be sidelined for the Vikings.

The Giants continue to make changes after another 4th quarter loss. Matt recaps the festivities around the John Madden Thanksgiving before revealing their picks for the three games of the day. What is the timeline for your Thanksgiving? Plus, we wrap up with the Survivor and TD Parlay picks.

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