THE HERD – HOUR 2 – JMac’s Super Bowl Contenders: Ravens IN, Packers OUT
Summary
Jason McIntyre and Rachel Nichols preview the NFL season, ranking Super Bowl contenders like the Ravens and Rams while analyzing Kyler Murray’s fit in Minnesota and rookie Mack Hollins’ struggles. Former Michigan tight end Jake Butt joins to discuss college football, offering insights on Ohio State, USC, and Michigan’s new coach Kyle Whittingham. The episode concludes with a grim outlook for the Green Bay Packers, citing Josh Jacobs’ legal issues and significant roster injuries.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and show welcome
Super Bowl bubble teams and NFL predictions
Jake Butt joins to discuss USC and Big Ten
Ohio State analysis: QB play and defense
Michigan vs Ohio State preview and Bryce Underwood
Indiana, Oregon, and Texas college football outlook
Bill Belichick's return to college football
Ads and transition to Vikings segment
Kyler Murray's confidence and injury history in Minnesota
Eagles rookie receiver and schedule analysis
Jaxon Smith-Njigba ranked #5 by NFL players
Ads and transition to Packers segment
Josh Jacobs legal issues and Packers running back depth
Packers playoff chances and division landscape
Broncos outlook and closing ads
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