Are the Bears & Caleb Williams actually the NFC North’s best?
Will the Chicago Bears and Caleb Williams actually win the NFC North? Has Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson been frustrated with their floundering offense? What does Aaron Rodgers’ wrist injury mean for the Pittsburgh Steelers? And will the Kansas City Chiefs actually miss the postseason?Scoop City returns with a deep dive into the surprising Chicago Bears. Ben Johnson’s group is currently leading a highly competitive division in his first year at the helm. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini and co-host James Palmer discuss whether the Bears’ success is sustainable for the remainder of the season.Aaron Rodgers suffered a fractured wrist in Week 11 against the Bengals, putting his status for Week 12 against the Bears in question. The Steelers quarterback is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game. Russini and Palmer share the latest on Rodgers.The Philadelphia Eagles' offense has struggled all season, leaving star players like A.J. Brown frustrated with the team’s production. But the Minnesota Vikings' offense has experienced similar struggles without the same level of team success. So why hasn’t Justin Jefferson expressed similar frustration with the Vikings offense? They discuss.The Kansas City Chiefs' AFC West championship streak isn't the only thing in jeopardy as Thanksgiving nears. A matchup with the high-powered Indianapolis Colts looms, and a loss could spell trouble for Patrick Mahomes' playoff hopes.And as we enter Week 12, Palmer shares 12 of the biggest surprises of the 2025 NFL season — from surprise No. 1 seeds to record-breaking field goals to the Cowboys’ sack total. You won’t want to miss this list.Don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Which Week 12 game are you most interested in? Drop us a comment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Will the Chiefs & Patrick Mahomes actually miss the playoffs?
Are the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes in danger of missing the playoffs? How do the Philadelphia Eagles continue to win despite their offensive struggles? Can Josh Allen keep carrying the Buffalo Bills? And what should we make of Shedeur Sanders’ regular-season Cleveland Browns debut?The Denver Broncos handed Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs their second straight loss, dropping them to 5-5. Is Kansas City in danger of missing the postseason? The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini, former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel and co-host James Palmer discuss the fallout from Week 11's pivotal showdown in Denver and its impact on the AFC playoff picture.The Philadelphia Eagles continue to win despite offensive struggles. Jalen Hurts and the Eagles defeated the Lions despite scoring only 16 points. Can Philly fix its issues and make another championship run? Daniel brings you inside the Eagles’ offense.The Buffalo Bills’ offense appears to be back on track following Josh Allen’s six-touchdown performance Sunday. The Bills defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers thanks to their quarterback’s heroics. But is this model sustainable for a deep postseason run? We break down the film.And finally, what should we make of Shedeur Sanders’ debut for the Cleveland Browns? Sanders replaced an injured Dillon Gabriel in the third quarter. Daniel breaks down what he saw in Shedeur’s performance on Sunday.Don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Drop an emoji to describe your team's Week 11 performance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why A.J. Brown is right about the Eagles crisis
Thursday’s episode of Scoop City dives into the growing frustration in Philadelphia after A.J. Brown’s “unapologetic” comments about the Eagles’ struggling offense. Can the Ravens take advantage of the inconsistent AFC North, or could another Lamar Jackson injury end Baltimore’s hopes of saving its season? The Seahawks and Rams bring into focus which team is a real contender to win the NFC. Plus, we help set your fantasy lineup for Week 11.Scoop City hits the road around the league with The Athletic’s insiders. Zach Berman shares what he’s hearing about the Eagles’ offensive identity crisis, A.J. Brown’s mindset, and how DeVonta Smith fits into the conversation as a true No. 1 option. He also breaks down the impact of Jaelan Phillips and the Eagles’ reinvented defensive front as they brace for Detroit.In Baltimore, Lamar Jackson’s health remains a major storyline. Ravens insider Jeff Zrebiec updates us on Jackson’s knee soreness, how the Browns have given Baltimore trouble in recent matchups, and whether the Ravens’ tight-end-heavy personnel packages can help stabilize the offense. Plus, how Mike Macdonald has unlocked Kyle Hamilton as one of the most unique defensive weapons in football.Out West, it’s one of the biggest Denver Broncos games in a decade. Broncos defensive end Zach Allen joins the show to discuss his sack streak, Denver’s elite pass-rush depth, and what it takes to disrupt Patrick Mahomes. He also explains why Bo Nix continues to grow into a late-game “it factor” quarterback and makes the case for defensive coordinator Vance Joseph as a future head coach.We continue our Week 11 tour with The Athletic’s Mike Sando, who breaks down two massive NFC matchups: Rams-Seahawks and Bills-Buccaneers. Who handles pressure better — Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold? Can the Buffalo Bills evolve offensively after missing on a trade-deadline move? And which teams in the middle of the playoff race face the most urgency entering Week 11?Finally, Jake Ciely jumps in with fantasy tips and some legendary high-school sports stories. What does Jameis Winston starting for the New York Giants mean for fantasy lineups? Should managers stash Jayden Daniels or Joe Burrow? Who are the top buy-low candidates heading into the playoff push? Jake brings the answers — and more mind-blowing high-school records.Don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an insider-packed episode of Scoop City. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Should the Packers hit the panic button after loss to Eagles?
Wednesday’s episode of Scoop City examines the fallout from the New York Giants' firing of head coach Brian Daboll. Do the Green Bay Packers need to hit the panic button after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles? Which teams are in desperate need of a turnaround in Week 11? And is eggnog overrated?On Monday, the New York Giants parted ways with head coach Brian Daboll. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares insights on what the Giants are thinking moving forward, including the fate of GM Joe Schoen. The Giants have also made a change at quarterback, elevating Jameis Winston to the backup role, and Winston will start Sunday with rookie Jaxson Dart in concussion protocol.In Green Bay, the Packers are left with more questions following a 10-7 loss to the Eagles. How do Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love correct their inconsistencies on offense? And should they start to panic with Chicago and Detroit pushing hard in the NFC North?Meanwhile, the pressure is mounting for several other teams around the NFL. In Cincinnati, Joe Burrow returned to practice, but is it too little, too late for the Bengals? Can the Pittsburgh Steelers fix their problems? What about the Jaguars’ recent struggles? Jacksonville began the season 4-1 but has lost three of its last four. Can the team turn things around with Travis Hunter sidelined for the rest of the season?Finally, what are your feelings on eggnog? The Pulse’s Chris Branch joins Scoop City with a hot take on the holiday drink.Don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Drop your thoughts on which team needs a win the most in Week 11! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Giants fired Brian Daboll and what’s next for Jaxson Dart?
Scoop City returns with reactions to the New York Giants' firing of head coach Brian Daboll. The New England Patriots have taken a commanding lead in the AFC East, and now Drake Maye is in the MVP conversation. The Buffalo Bills fell to the Miami Dolphins in stunning fashion. Will the Bills be in danger of missing the postseason? And why did Dan Campbell take over play-calling duties for the Detroit Lions?The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll following Sunday’s loss to the Chicago Bears. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini broke the news in the middle of our episode. Former quarterback Chase Daniel reacts to Daboll’s firing.The AFC East race took an interesting turn after Week 10. The New England Patriots sit firmly atop the division following their win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye is now firmly in the MVP conversation, while the Buffalo Bills are left with even more questions. The Miami Dolphins stunned the Bills with a dominant performance, dropping Buffalo to 6-3. What is working for the Patriots? And what’s wrong with the Bills? Daniel sheds light on both teams.Plus, through 10 weeks, several teams still have unanswered questions. Do you trust the Packers or Eagles to emerge in the NFC? Could the Los Angeles Rams clinch their second NFC crown in five seasons? And should we be concerned about the Detroit Lions after Dan Campbell took over play-calling duties on Sunday?Don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Drop your thoughts on Week 10’s results — which team are you most concerned about? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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