Mahomes, Bo Nix, and Homer’s Odyssey?! (Feat. SI's Matt Verderame)
Summary
Dan Le Batard opens the episode with a humorous comparison between the Odyssey and the NFL, before welcoming guest Matt Verderom to discuss the 2026 season. Verderom shares insights from his Sports Illustrated profile on Chris Johnson’s battle with ALS and debates Patrick Mahomes’ status as the league's best quarterback. The hosts then make their Week 1 betting picks, including the Bears over the Panthers and the Jets as an underdog against the Titans.
Topics discussed
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The Odyssey and NFL parallels
Episode 81 intro and Gino Smith's book
Historical QB rankings and Randy Moss
Sponsor: DraftKings
Sponsor: Jägermeister and Episode 81 trivia
Debate: Ranking active QBs and Mahomes
AFC West analysis: Chiefs, Broncos, Chargers
Chiefs vs Broncos game preview and picks
Interview: CTE, Chris Johnson, and NFL liability
Kyle Shanahan scandal and player injuries
Fan psychology: Free agents and injury reactions
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Week 1 picks: Favorites, totals, and underdogs
Week 1 picks: Ravens, Vikings, Steelers
Week 1 picks: Bills, Saints, Cowboys
Roasts, toasts, and Super Bowl predictions
Outro and Jägermeister sponsor
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