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Recorded January 19th, 2026

A weekend this wild doesn’t need hype—just a rewind button. We watched the national championship while breaking down a divisional round that turned on turnovers, cold-weather game plans, and one overtime call that never saw a review. From the Broncos surge to the Bills’ heartbreak, we dig into why process matters more than conspiracies and how a single decision can alter careers, contracts, and legacies.

We zoom in on what wins in January: trench play, field position, and the discipline to take points when the thermometer says finesse is a trap. The Texans’ five giveaways erased a defense good enough to win twice. And in Chicago, a frozen classic reminded us that fourth-down swagger has limits when your receivers can’t feel their fingers.

Then it’s the rise of New England. Four wins to fourteen, a rookie quarterback molded by structure, and a defense that squeezes space until opponents tap out. We unpack why the Patriots’ formula travels, what Denver can and can’t do with a backup, and how to bet the margins without getting cute. Finally, we tackle the coach carousel: McDermott out in Buffalo, candidates who can maximize Josh Allen’s remaining elite window, and why play-calling experience will be the most expensive currency of the offseason.

Hit play for sharp takes on replay policy, situational strategy, and the real NFC pecking order between Seattle and LA. If you’re into playoffs strategy, officiating fixes, and front-office chess, you’ll feel right at home. Enjoy the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review—what was the single worst decision of the weekend?

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