NFL Week 1 preview & bold predictions: Josh Allen's worst nightmare, Baker vs. Burrow barnburner | Football 301
Summary
Nate Tice and Matt Harmon preview the 2026 NFL season’s Week 1, starting with a detailed breakdown of the Seahawks’ 13-10 win over the Patriots. They analyze Mike McDonald’s elite defensive play-calling, the Patriots’ offensive struggles against Seattle’s run defense, and Drake Maye’s three interceptions. The episode then shifts to the Bills-Texans matchup, focusing on Josh Allen’s history against Houston and the impact of DJ Moore’s addition to Buffalo’s offense.
Topics discussed
Show intro and segment overview
Introduction of guest Matt Harmon
Patriots vs Seahawks: Defense and Drake Maye
Patriots vs Seahawks: Offense and run game
Patriots vs Seahawks: Scheme and coaching praise
Patriots vs Seahawks: Receiver usage and creativity
Patriots vs Seahawks: Interception breakdowns
Patriots vs Seahawks: Final thoughts and stats
Bills vs Texans: Bills offense preview
Bills vs Texans: Texans offense and prediction
Buccaneers vs Bengals: Offense and defense matchup
Buccaneers vs Bengals: Run game and scheme changes
Buccaneers vs Bengals: Prediction and transition
Packers vs Vikings: Packers offense and personnel
Packers vs Vikings: Vikings offense and defense
Packers vs Vikings: Prediction and coffee banter
Broncos vs Chiefs: Lineup and defensive analysis
Ravens vs Chargers: Scheme and personnel breakdown
Bold takes and fantasy questions
Outro and sign-off
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