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H1 Monologue, Josh Simmons & Khalil Benson

Sep 8, 2026 · 46m

Summary

The Program discusses the Kansas City Chiefs' likely decision to sit left tackle Josh Simmons for their season opener against the Denver Broncos, analyzing the impact on the team's odds and roster depth. Hosts also debate the controversial "secret clock" incident in the Michigan vs. Western Michigan game, noting the MAC's appeal of the result. The episode features a call-in segment on college football player unionization and includes upcoming guests Tim Grandhardt and Sam McDowell.

Topics discussed

Sponsor: Imagenet Consulting Show intro and host banter Upcoming guests and segment previews Sports parody sites and NCAA news Andy Reid comments on Josh Simmons Analysis of Chiefs practice and Simmons status Patrick Mahomes injury and contract value Patriots contract and Chiefs roster value Betting line movement and Denver Broncos Broncos personnel changes and Chiefs matchup Betting odds and Chiefs fan perspective Chiefs performance expectations and criticism College football scores and SEC issues Recap of Andy Reid comments and NFL news Josh Simmons history and left tackle concerns Betting line analysis and Broncos QB Bo Nix College football blowouts and Michigan controversy Michigan clock controversy and Big Ten response Financial incentives for Big Ten in clock dispute Should players defend after game ends? College player unionization and baseball salaries College recruiting models and player mindset Listener call: Diego Pounds and left tackle depth Chiefs win prediction and roster depth issues MAC appeal of Michigan game outcome Listener call: Big 12 officials and clock replay
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