The GM Shuffle

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Watson Stays, Miller Traded, OBJ Saga, Week 9 Preview Nov 04, 2021

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After months of speculation around a trade, Deshaun Watson ends up staying put in Houston, but the conversations with Miami show they’re ready to move on from Tua. The situation with OBJ and Cleveland continues to unfold, and the guys discuss who we’ve gotten here and what team could take on a personality like OBJ’s. The Broncos trade Von Miller, Mike explains why it was a good move and how it impacts the Rams. Plus, both of Mike’s sons are coaching against each other this weekend as the Panthers take on the Patriots, what that means for everyone in the Lombardi household.

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Derrick Henry Injury, Backup QB’s Scare Defenses, Week 8 Recap Nov 01, 2021

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The Titans get an OT victory over the Colts to take a commanding lead in the AFC South, but potentially lose the NFL’s leading rusher in the process. Backup QB’s were the scariest costumes for opposing defenses on Halloween as the Jets’ Mike White, Cowboys’ Cooper Rush, and Saints’ Trevor Siemian all got wins against good teams. The Steelers overcome near disaster losing their only kicker to beat the Browns. Falcons WR Calvin Ridley is stepping away from the game for mental health reasons, Dolphins HC Brian Flores may be looking for a new job soon, the Patriots get a win despite a mediocre day from Mac Jones, and what’s happening with the Broncos’ ownership?

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Top-Heavy NFC, Week 8 Preview, Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli Oct 28, 2021

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The Cardinals and Packers face off on Thursday in what may be the most anticipated game of the season so far. Baker Mayfield says he wants to play with a torn labrum against the Steelers, who are dealing with Tomlin USC rumors. Mac Jones and Justin Herbert have surprisingly similar stats this season, are they really that different? And the Saints want to prove they’re a legit contender in just their second true home game of the season against Brady and the Bucs. Plus, Mark Seal, author of “Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli” joins us to talk about the behind-the-scenes making of the Godfather 50 years after its original debut. Never before heard stories about how the movie was made, how characters were cast, how the real mob was actually involved, and so much more. A fascinating conversation for fans of the movie.

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Bengals and Titans Dominate, Chiefs Continue To Free Fall, Rams Win The Stafford/Goff Bowl Oct 25, 2021

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Bengals Take Control of the AFC North, Titans blow out the Chiefs, Kyle Pitts goes off against the Dolphins, The Rams edge out the Lions and win the Stafford/Goff Bowl at SoFi, Raiders take down the Eagles

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Deshaun Watson Trade Rumors, Banged Up Browns Host The Broncos, Week 7 Preview Oct 21, 2021

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Deshaun Watson’s trade market begins to heat up as the deadline looms, Cam Newton is vaccinated and ready to return to the NFL, Bengals try to slow down Lamar and the Ravens ground attack, King Henry and the Titans look to stay hot against the Chiefs, Broncos head to Cleveland who will be without Baker, Chubb, and Hunt, Eagles try to get back on track as they fly into Vegas, Brady and champs host the Bears.

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Cardinals Roll, Rodgers Owns Chicago, Week 6 Recap Oct 18, 2021

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The Cowboys top the Patriots in a wild OT thriller and show they’re a force in the NFC. The Cardinals dominate the Browns to remain unbeaten, while Mayfield deals with a recurring injury. The Ravens and their ground attack dominate the Chargers, Urban Meyer gets his first win thanks to Trevor Lawrence, but the Jaguars and Dolphins are both still a mess. Aaron Rodgers lets the Bears know he still owns them, the Steelers outlast the Seahawks in OT, and what’s the issue with Vic Fangio and the Broncos?

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Gruden Resigns, WFT E-mail Fallout, Week 6 Preview Oct 14, 2021

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Gruden is out as head coach of the Raiders. Mike shares stories about his time in the league knowing Gruden, in the Raiders organization, and his history with former Washington GM Bruce Allen, and explains why we shouldn’t be surprised about any of this. What more could come from this investigation? Plus, ESPN’s Adam Schefter gets caught in the mix, and the guys explain why we shouldn’t be knocking his credibility. Plus a Week 6 preview – Raiders look to avoid distractions, Chargers and Ravens are set for a high-scoring matchup, the Cardinals are underdogs as they look to remain undefeated, Dallas and New England is a matchup of great coordinators, and Philly looks to spoil Tampa Bay’s hot run.

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Chiefs in Trouble, Chargers Cruising, Week 5 Recap Oct 11, 2021

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The Bills get a big win in Arrowhead, while the Chiefs drop to 2-3 and have some major questions to face on defense. The Packers beat Cincinnati in a game that looked like nobody wanted to win. Justin Herbert has put himself in elite company with a shoot-out win over the Browns. Trey Lance needs more work as the Cardinals move to 5-0. Eagles defense steps up as the Panthers lose their last two. The Lions are inventing new ways to lose every week. Raiders offense forgets to show up the week the teams is hit with controversy.

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Entitled Urban, Nagy’s 180, Surprising Releases, Week 5 Preview Oct 07, 2021

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Urban ditching the team plane to head back to Columbus proves he isn’t fit for the NFL. Nagy’s been adamant that Dalton is the Bears starter all year, but surprise, now it’s Fields. Both Stephon Gilmore and Jaylon Smith released, Mike breaks down why we shouldn’t be surprised. Week 5 preview with some key NFC West matchups between the Rams and Seahawks, and Cardinals and Niners. Plus, a rematch of the AFC Championship between the Bills and Chiefs, and the Browns and Chargers both look to prove they’re for real.

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Brady’s Return, Cardinals Are Legit, Week 3 Recap, Many Saints of Newark Review Oct 04, 2021

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Brady gets the W in his return to Foxboro, but the Patriots had a gameplan, and there are a lot of positives to take away from Mac Jones’ performance. The Cardinals are legit contenders with a convincing win over a tough Rams team, Trey Lance gets his first real shot with an injured Jimmy G, the Chiefs get back on track, but the Eagles defense has serious problems, Big Ben shouldn’t be on the field, but the Steelers don’t have anything better, the Ravens extend their rushing streak in controversial fashion, the Dolphins are in desperation mode, a MNF preview between two AFC contenders, and the guys give their long-awaited full recap of the Many Saints of Newark.

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