
Flipping The Playoff Switch Fixing The Cfp Why We Love Snow Games Hobby Horsing Around Ep 121
January 22, 2025
Key Takeaways
- The podcast discusses the recent NFL divisional playoff games, highlighting key performances and storylines.
- Travis and Jason Kelsey analyze the Chiefs’ win over the Texans and the Eagles’ victory against the Rams, focusing on player performances and game strategies.
- The conversation touches on the college football championship, the potential for an 18-game NFL season, and rule change suggestions.
- Media mentions include DraftKings, Reese’s, Liquid IV, TikTok, and various NFL players and coaches.
- The episode also features discussions on pregame fashion, the impact of weather on games, and fan culture.
Segments
NFL Divisional Round Recap: Eagles vs. Rams (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The Eagles overcame snowy conditions to defeat the Rams, with Saquon Barkley delivering a standout performance, while the discussion also touched on the Rams’ rookie Jared Goff and the Eagles’ potential desire for a retractable dome stadium.
- Summary: The hosts break down the Eagles’ snowy victory against the Rams, praising Saquon Barkley’s exceptional rushing performance. They also discuss the Rams’ offensive efforts, the unique atmosphere of playing in snow, and the Eagles’ stadium plans.
NFL Divisional Round Recap: Commanders vs. Lions (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The Commanders surprisingly defeated the Lions in a high-scoring game, with the hosts crediting Dan Quinn’s defensive scheme and the Lions facing the loss of key coach Ben Johnson.
- Summary: The Commanders’ upset victory over the Lions is analyzed, with a focus on the Commanders’ strong defense under Dan Quinn and the Lions’ offensive firepower. The departure of Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to Chicago is also noted as a significant loss for the team.
NFL Divisional Round Recap: Bills vs. Ravens (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The Bills narrowly defeated the Ravens in a close, snowy game, with both quarterbacks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson playing exceptionally well, ultimately setting up a championship matchup against the Chiefs.
- Summary: The Bills’ tight victory over the Ravens is discussed, emphasizing the thrilling quarterback duel between Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson. The hosts acknowledge the Ravens’ strong season and look forward to the Bills-Chiefs AFC Championship game.
Preview: NFC and AFC Championship Games (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The hosts preview the upcoming NFC Championship between the Eagles and Commanders and the AFC Championship between the Bills and Chiefs, highlighting key matchups and strategies.
- Summary: Jason and Travis Kelsey offer their keys to victory for both championship games. They discuss the familiarity between the Eagles and Commanders and the high-level quarterback play expected in the Bills-Chiefs matchup.
DraftKings Parlay and Responsible Gaming (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The podcast promotes DraftKings’ new customer offer and builds a single-game parlay for the Eagles-Commanders game, emphasizing responsible gambling.
- Summary: The hosts create a parlay for the upcoming game and remind listeners about DraftKings’ betting promotions and resources for responsible gambling.
No Dumb Questions: Hobby Horsing and Beard Nicknames (~00:00:00)
- Key Takeaway: The ‘No Dumb Questions’ segment tackles the unusual sport of hobby horsing and debates potential nicknames for Travis Kelsey’s playoff beard.
- Summary: The hosts discuss whether hobby horsing qualifies as a sport and debate who would win a competition. They also humorously explore nicknames for Travis’s beard, considering ‘Redbeard’ and ‘Travislav’.