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Answering 5 Big Questions for the 2026 NFL Season With Tom Pelissero!

Aug 21, 2026 · 1h 18m

Summary

Hosts Shiel Kapadia and Billy Gill welcome new colleague Tom Pellicano to discuss big-picture 2026 NFL questions. They analyze how established quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson, Drake Maye, and Kyler Murray will adapt to new offensive systems and personnel changes. The trio also evaluates the Chiefs’ playoff prospects, the potential for a "first-year bump" for new head coaches like Clint Kubiak, and the future of Deshaun Watson in Cleveland.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Trimfiar and Carvana ads Intro: New school year analogy and QB year-two jumps Lamar Jackson's precision offense and contract extension Quarterback stats, Drake Maye, and Eagles WR changes Kyler Murray's Vikings debut and video game jokes Kyler's no-tag clause and FanDuel/Movie ads J.J. McCarthy's preseason start and Jets QB situation Host banter on marriage and Patrick Mahomes' impact Chiefs' odds, Travis Kelce, and wedding ticket stories Banff vacation debate and TV size discussion Raiders' expected improvement under Clint Mays Kirk Cousins' role and Netflix colleague concerns Ravens and Bills coaching changes and pressure ADT ad and Rams' Super Bowl hopes in Melbourne Puka Nacua's off-field issues and contract status Coaches under pressure: Vrabel, Harbaugh, and Herbert Chargers' offensive overhaul and public opinion Lions' success and Bengals' defensive spending Closing thoughts and gambling helpline info
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