Craig Karmazin on College Football Chaos, NFL Coaching Myths & Officiating Double Standards

It’s Friday, and that means a free-flowing, wide-ranging conversation — this time diving well beyond the Packers. In this segment, Craig Karmazin joins Jen, Gabe & Chewy for a thoughtful and occasionally hilarious discussion that touches everything from Hail Mary officiating controversies to why college football culture almost never translates to the NFL. 🏈 The Hail Mary problem The conversation opens with frustration over how Hail Mary plays are officiated differently than every other snap: Why obvious pass interference goes uncalled Why officials suddenly change standards at the end of games Whether teams deserve “one more play” when a receiver is clearly grabbed The group compares it to controversial late fouls in college basketball and debates whether outcomes should be decided by rule exceptions. 🚫 Targeting & intent Craig explains why targeting rules are so difficult to enforce: Intent is nearly impossible to judge at full speed Player trajectory can’t change instantly Why punishing players for physics creates bad outcomes The takeaway: player safety matters, but the current rule often fails both players and fans. 🎓 College vs NFL coaching — why culture fails The discussion shifts into one of the strongest takes of the segment: Culture matters far more in college than it ever will in the NFL. Craig explains why: College coaches mold teenagers NFL coaches manage fully formed professionals Ego count jumps from 6 to 53 overnight They debate Dan Lanning, Kurt Cignetti, Nick Saban, and why even legendary college coaches struggle when they try to make the jump. 🧠 Why the NFL is a different sport Craig argues that NFL success is less about culture and more about: Scheme adaptability Ego management Quarterback alignment Willingness to pivot Tom Coughlin is used as an example of someone who succeeded only after changing his personality. 🍻 Bonus Friday chaos The segment also includes: Chewy’s monthly bourbon hour Bears fans being the most annoying fans in Wisconsin bars Why Packers fans don’t need to announce themselves Lighthearted banter that reminds listeners this is still Jen, Gabe & Chewy 🎧 Smart debate, strong opinions, and classic Friday energy — only on Jen, Gabe & Chewy. College football, NFL coaching, Hail Mary rule, pass interference debate, targeting rule, college vs NFL coaches, Nick Saban, John Harbaugh, Dan Lanning, Kurt Cignetti, Tom Coughlin, Packers Bears rivalry, ESPN Milwaukee, Jen Gabe and Chewy