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H3 Sam McDowell

Sep 15, 2026 · 40m

Summary

The hosts analyze the Chiefs' dominant 21-0 victory over the Broncos, highlighting Patrick Mahomes' resilience and Kenneth Walker's historic rushing performance. They debate whether the win signals a return to form or was merely a result of the Broncos' poor play, while also dissecting Andy Reid's controversial comments on the Kansas-Missouri rivalry. The episode concludes with a discussion on Eli Drinkwitz's candid media interactions and Austin Simmons' promising start at Missouri.

Topics discussed

Intro and All Weather Decks sponsorship Chiefs game overview and initial reaction Patrick Mahomes' poor passing performance Historical context of Mahomes' 2-for-12 start Analysis of Xavier Worthy's interception Chiefs cornerback depth and injuries Trent McDuffie and the flight to Australia Broncos playoff outlook and game plan Kenneth Walker's impact on missed tackles Breakdown of the 4th down play design Tonga's role as a fullback Walker's effectiveness as a lead blocker Surprise elements of the Chiefs' offense Game theory and defensive preparation Recalling the snow globe play history Kenneth Walker's rushing records Usage rates and quarterback development Lafetta Italian Delicatessen sponsorship Discussion on the KU controversy and history Critique of Andy Reid's press conference Training camp intensity and last year's team Andy Reid's communication style Brady Cook and Austin Simmons comparison Complaints about college football commercial breaks Austin Simmons' upcoming SEC schedule
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