2026 AFC & NFC North Preview (feat. Ty Dunne & Tim Benz)
Summary
Dan Le Batard and guests Ty Dunn and Tim Benz analyze the AFC and NFC North, predicting playoff outcomes and discussing the impact of new coaches like Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh. They debate the Buffalo Bills' new stadium, Derrick Henry’s durability, and Kyler Murray’s fit in Minnesota. The episode also covers Aaron Rodgers’ return to the Steelers, Joe Burrow’s contract demands, and whether the Bears and Steelers will miss the postseason.
Topics discussed
Ads and intro: The Dog Stars, Apple Card, and preseason football
Guest intro: Ty Dunn joins to discuss football season
Buffalo Bills stadium reviews and Josh Allen's playing style
Baltimore Ravens: Derrick Henry, Lamar Jackson, and coaching changes
Pittsburgh Steelers: Art Rooney's plan and quarterback age
Lamar Jackson's injury history and Josh Allen's risk-taking
Cincinnati Bengals: Joe Burrow's presser and team outlook
Kyler Murray in Minnesota: Scheme fit and motivation
Ty Dunn's playoff predictions for the North divisions
Steelers analysis: Aaron Rodgers' return and Mike Tomlin's exit
Steelers offense: New coaching staff and player dynamics
Steelers defense: Derek Harmon and aging unit concerns
Steelers QB room: Keeping four quarterbacks and Will Howard
College football: Pitt vs. Penn State rivalry discussion
Ads and transition to Mount Lombardi segment
Mount Lombardi: Bears, Lions, and Packers playoff chances
Vikings: Kyler Murray starter role and Kevin O'Connell
AFC North: Ravens, Steelers, and Bengals playoff outlook
Aaron Rodgers' politics and show conclusion
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