Dan's No. 1 Observation From the Football Weekend | Hour 3 (feat. Amin Elhassan)
Sep 14, 2026 · 40m
Summary
Dan Le Batard and Amin El-Hassan review NFL Week 1, highlighting the Cardinals' upset over the Chargers and the struggles of the Dolphins and Jets. The hosts debate Jalen Hurts' capabilities, comparing him to baseball pitcher Mark Burley, while also discussing Baker Mayfield's fumbles and the Eagles' offensive line concerns. The episode also covers the US Women's National Team's World Cup victory, the US Open finals, and various college football results, including Texas's dominant performance.
Topics discussed
Chime sponsorship and show introduction
Observations 10-9: Darius Slay and Chargers kicker bug
Observation 8: Cardinals upset and Chargers tight end usage
Debate on Marvin Harrison Jr. and Chargers center analysis
Dolphins fans' resentment toward Chargers and Mike McDaniel
Sponsorships: Chime, Blinds.com, and BetterHelp
Steve Ballmer's late-night statement and Danilo Gallinari
Amin's Observations: Ballmer capitulation and Dolphins loss
Mina Kimes time travel and US Women's World Cup win
NASCAR Kyle Larson win and Derrick Henry's performance
Carson Wentz, Arch Manning, and U vs FAMU game
US Open finals and podcast promotions
Jets win, Cowboys stats, and movie review
Observations 7-5: Josh Downs, Oklahoma lineman, and CrossFit
Eagles offensive line wear and Jalen Hurts consistency
Jalen Hurts compared to Mark Burley and other pitchers
Observations 4-3: Kyler Murray injury and Robert Saleh
Observation 2: Baker Mayfield fumbles and Al Golden graphic
Missing Number 1 observation and college football wrap-up
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