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Conference Championship Recap, 49ers-Chiefs set for Super Bowl LIV (Football 1/20) Jan 20, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson and John Breech to recap the AFC and NFC Conference Championship games. The guys start with analysis of the Chiefs 35-24 victory over the Titans, to advance to their first Super Bowl in 50 years (3:45). They highlight the outrageous play of Patrick Mahomes, another slow start for Kansas City and a limited Derrick Henry. Next, a breakdown of the 49ers commanding 37-20 win over the Packers to secure a trip to Miami (34:10). Will, Ryan and John give credit to Raheem Mostert for a historic performance and evaluate the game and season from Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers. Next, an early Super Bowl LIV preview on how the Chiefs and 49ers match up (1:09:00), before winners and losers from Sunday (1:23:30)

Conference Championship Picks Against the Spread, Best Bets, Gambling Advice for Titans-Chiefs, Packers-49ers (Football 1/17) Jan 17, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Pete Prisco and R.J. White for gambling advice for this weekend's conference championship games. The guys start by analyzing the AFC Championship between the Titans and Chiefs (5:15), and follow with an NFC Championship breakdown of the Packers and 49ers (38:00).

Could Bengals trade top pick? More Disrespected: 49ers or Packers? (Football 1/16) Jan 16, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Danny Kanell to discuss the small possibility of the Bengals listening to offers for the No. 1 pick as other teams desperately try to target Joe Burrow (4:40). The guys explore if the Panthers are a potential trade partner for Cincy. Will and Danny also discuss several storylines heading into this weekend's conference championships including the more disrespected team between the 49ers and Packers (19:30), Aaron Rodgers' legacy (27:30) and Ryan Tannehill's resurgence (32:00).

Trevor Lawrence better pro prospect than Joe Burrow? Draft Focus on National Championship (Football 1/15) Jan 15, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Brady Quinn and Ryan Wilson to react to Monday's National Championship game between LSU and Clemson from an NFL Draft perspective (7:00). The guys evaluate Joe Burrow's stellar performance and if Trevor Lawrence remains a better pro prospect, despite struggling in the title game. Will, Brady and Ryan also highlight the rise of Isaiah Simmons and several other key players that will be playing on Sundays next year. The conversation then shifts to analytics (45:15) and how they serve a purpose in the NFL as what to be wary of when applying them.

🚨Luke Kuechly shockingly retires from NFL at age 28 - Emergency Podcast (Football 1/14) Jan 15, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Sean Wagner-McGough to react to Luke Kuechly's surprising announcement that he is retiring from the NFL at age 28. The guys go over all of Kuechly's incredible achievements in just 8 seasons in the league, assess how this affects the Panthers moving forward and answer what will surely be a lively debate; is he a Hall of Famer?

NFL Coaching Cycle Winners & Losers with Jonathan Jones (Football 1/14) Jan 14, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Jonathan Jones to assess the winners (4:15) & losers (32:45) of the 2020 NFL coaching cycle, evaluating hirings, firings, and non-moves that will make big impacts on next season and beyond.

Divisional Round Sunday Recap: Chiefs complete crazy comeback, Packers escape Seahawks (Football 1/13) Jan 13, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to react to Sunday's divisional round playoff games. The guys start by discussing the Chiefs incredible 51-31 comeback victory over the Texans (4:40), analyzing how Kansas City climbed out of a 24-0 deficit and Bill O'Brien's coaching decisions that contributed to the collapse. The Pick Six Superfriends then take a look at the AFC Championship between the Chiefs and Titans (27:30), while wrapping up Houston's season and outlook for the future. Next, Will, Ryan, John and Sean break down the Packers 28-23 win over the Seahawks (49:00), dissecting the vintage performance from Seattle, not exploiting Russell Wilson's skill-set until it was too late and finally offering credit to Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay. They examine some controversial officiating decisions before previewing the NFC Championship between the Packers and 49ers (1:09:00). Finally, winners and losers from Sunday (1:15:30)!

🚨Browns hire Kevin Stefanski as head coach - Emergency Podcast (Football 1/12) Jan 12, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson and John Breech to react to the Browns hiring Kevin Stefanski to be their next head coach. The guys examine Stefanski's coaching history, address potential concerns with the move and evaluate ownership's role in the frequent coaching turnover in Cleveland. Will, Ryan and John also discuss candidates that didn't get the job including Robert Saleh and Josh McDaniels. Lastly the guys assign winners/losers of the Stefanski hiring and predict how the Browns will finish in 2020.

Divisional Round Saturday Recap: Titans stun Ravens as Lamar struggles, 49ers dominate Vikings (Football 1/12) Jan 12, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to recap Saturday's divisional round playoff games. The guys start by discussing the Titans shocking 28-12 victory over the Ravens (:35) as they analyze Lamar Jackson's tough night and how Tennessee expertly game-planned for Baltimore's offensive attack. The Pick Six Superfriends also break down Ryan Tannehill's limited usage, Derrick Henry's dominance and the Titans formula for winning the AFC Championship and Super Bowl. Next, Will, Ryan, John and Sean react to the 49ers 27-10 win over the Vikings (44:00), as they evaluate the quarterback performances from Jimmy Garoppolo and Kirk Cousins, Minnesota's bad offense, Richard Sherman's fiery postgame rant and the rest of San Francisco's scary defense. Finally, the biggest winners and losers from Saturday's action (1:14:45).

Divisional Round Picks Against the Spread, Best Bets, Gambling Advice (Football 1/10) Jan 10, 2020

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Will Brinson is joined by Pete Prisco and R.J. White for gambling advice for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. The guys discuss Vikings-49ers (7:45), Titans-Ravens (15:20), Texans-Chiefs (26:00) and Seahawks-Packers (33:30).

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