The Program The Program

H1 Monologue, Jeff Passan

Sep 22, 2026 · 45m

Summary

The Program discusses the Kansas City Chiefs' 2-0 start and Patrick Mahomes' return from injury, alongside a detailed breakdown of controversial NFL coaching decisions. Hosts Seren Petro and Kyle McVeigh are joined by baseball insider Jeff Passon to analyze the American League's weak competitive landscape, the Kansas City Royals' missed opportunities, and the upcoming playoff races. The episode also covers major college football matchups and wraps up with predictions for managerial firings and division winners.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Shawnee Mission Ford Chiefs vs. Rams game recap Show intro and weather check Fantasy football betting results Malik Nabers and NFL player banter Analysis of Chiefs defense and offense Tiebreaker math and conference strategy Patrick Mahomes' return from injury The 2011 Jets-Packers overtime controversy The 'holding for time' rule debate College football Top 25 matchups NFL betting lines and Dolphins outlook Call-in segment and show logistics Kansas City Royals season assessment Bobby Witt Jr. stats and fan interactions Mahomes return timing and Royals luck AL and NL playoff race analysis ALCS odds and team pitching depth Royals future and Aaron Judge trade talk Feasibility of trading star players Manager job security and Bryce Harper NL Wild Card race and seed matchups Expanded playoffs and team win projections Podcast future and offseason plans Managerial changes and quick stats Sponsor: Roberts Robinson Chevrolet Outro and next segment tease
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