Hosts Will and Zach break down a wild sports week defined by fourth-quarter chaos, improbable comebacks, and razor-thin margins that decided playoff games. The show opens with quick podcast awards chatter and immediate football reactions before diving into the biggest NFL storylines — including Green Bay’s stunning late collapse, Chicago’s rally, Buffalo’s tense win and looming Broncos matchup, and New England’s gritty road victory. Missed PATs, a single timeout, clutch throws, and momentum-swinging fumbles all take center stage, along with game-by-game picks and bets, highlighted by a bold JSN two-TD wager and a Broncos moneyline play.

The conversation shifts to college football and hoops, unpacking the controversial 12-team playoff result that sets Indiana vs. Miami for the title, plus early March Madness themes — Duke’s slow starts, Kansas’ handling of its star amid minute limits and NIL pressure, and bubble teams worth watching. NBA headlines follow, including Trae Young’s move to Washington, debates over Oklahoma City’s place in the West, load management concerns, and how streaming fragmentation and new broadcast features are changing the fan experience.

Expect sharp takes, betting insight, and plenty of humor — from podcast awards and travel plans (including recording from Brunei and Singapore) to final picks and what all the chaos means going forward.

• (00:00:37) Podcast Awards and Football Recap

• (00:01:33) College Basketball vs. Football

• (00:03:42) What-If Scenarios in Football

• (00:05:14) Packers’ Fourth-Quarter Collapse

• (00:11:36) Importance of Kickers in the Game

• (00:13:28) Betting Success and Predictions

• (00:19:26) Previewing Upcoming NFL Matchups

• (00:30:23) 49ers vs. Seahawks

• (00:33:53) Bears vs. Rams

• (00:37:59) Patriots Playoff Outlook

• (00:43:46) College Football Playoff Debate

• (00:49:28) March Madness Insights

• (00:55:41) College Basketball Updates

• (01:01:56) NBA Trades and Player Dynamics

• (01:11:15) Evaluating NBA Team Performances

• (01:14:50) Concerns About NBA Viewership

• (01:23:02) Future of Player Management in the NBA

• (01:29:50) Innovations in Sports Broadcasting

• (01:32:50) Upcoming Podcast Schedule & Travels

Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop welcome listeners on January 5, 2026 for a fast-paced, wide-ranging episode covering NFL Wild Card Weekend, the College Football Playoff, college basketball, NBA futures, and a spoiler-heavy reaction to the Stranger Things finale. The conversation stays rooted in the fan and bettor perspective — confident takes, skepticism where it’s earned, and plenty of debate.

The episode opens with Patriots optimism — why expectations are rising, how Drake Maye MVP chatter and the running game change the outlook, and whether January weather and home-field advantage matter against the Chargers. From there, Will and Zach dive into weekly picks, betting angles, and a recap of the pick leaderboard (plus a mysterious submission snafu).

They preview every NFL playoff matchup, discussing injuries, coaching pressure, recent form, and which teams feel real versus fraudulent. College football playoff chaos follows, then college basketball storylines including Duke’s struggles and Nebraska’s breakout season. NBA futures get revisited with award races, hedging strategy, and shifting odds. The show wraps with a spoiler-filled Stranger Things finale breakdown and quick hits on the NFL coaching carousel.

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• (00:00:56) Season Kickoff Excitement

• (00:02:34) Expectations Rising for Patriots

• (00:03:34) Analyzing the Competition

• (00:05:26) Reflecting on Coaching Changes

• (00:08:10) NFL Playoff Predictions Begin

• (00:12:20) Weather & Home-Field Concerns

• (00:20:05) Packers vs. Bears Rivalry Breakdown

• (00:21:18) Bills vs. Jaguars: Trust Issues

• (00:24:25) Eagles vs. 49ers: Who Will Prevail?

• (00:28:04) Chargers at Patriots: High Stakes

• (00:35:09) Steelers vs. Texans Showdown

• (00:40:29) College Football Playoff Insights

• (00:48:12) Duke’s Struggles & the Road Ahead

• (00:50:05) Nebraska’s Surprising Rise

• (00:52:32) Court-Storming Debate

• (00:53:19) Upcoming College Basketball Matchups

• (00:54:33) Team Analysis & Rankings

• (00:56:08) Kansas Talk & NBA Futures

• (01:01:06) Mid-Season NBA Updates

• (01:05:22) New Futures & Predictions

• (01:20:52) Stranger Things Finale (Spoilers)

• (01:27:21) Spinoffs & What’s Next

• (01:37:53) NFL Coaching Carousel Wrap-Up

Hosts Will Alimonos and Zach Bishop open the December 29, 2025 episode celebrating clinching the AFC East and breaking down the chaotic ride into Week 18 of the NFL season. They set the stage for a frenetic final Sunday, explain how last week reshaped playoff scenarios, and lay out expectations now that postseason pressure is here.

The show moves through a game-by-game Week 18 preview and predictions, covering everything from Panthers–Buccaneers and 49ers–Seahawks to the Browns/Bengals clash and the Ravens–Steelers win-or-go-home showdown. Will and Zach debate late-season collapses, surprise overachievers, seeding chaos, and the emotional swing that comes with a season on the line.

Betting talk is front and center, with Week 18 locks and best plays (including Jaguars -11.5 and a Panthers first-half moneyline), plus a recap of last week’s results. The hosts also dive into quarterback futures, roster outlooks, and whether young QBs — and veterans like Baker Mayfield and Bryce Young — are secure heading into next season.

Beyond the NFL, Will and Zach debate MVP candidates, preview major college bowl games (Miami vs. Ohio State, Oregon vs. Texas Tech, Alabama vs. Indiana, Ole Miss vs. Georgia), and make their college football picks. The episode wraps with NBA Christmas slate reactions, holiday sports chaos, off-field stories, merch updates, and a reminder to subscribe as the postseason begins.

• (00:00:31) Welcome to Little Column A, Little Column B

• (00:03:08) Playoff Hopes and High Stakes

• (00:05:31) Quarterback Controversies

• (00:08:13) The Seahawks’ Struggles

• (00:10:27) 49ers Dominance

• (00:11:56) The Caleb Williams Debate

• (00:14:19) Super Bowl Scenarios

• (00:15:51) Saints vs. Falcons

• (00:16:14) Battle of Ohio

• (00:19:05) The Gift of Fossils

• (00:22:01) Packers vs. Vikings

• (00:23:09) Cowboys vs. Giants

• (00:25:02) Jaguars’ Playoff Push

• (00:26:06) Colts and Rivers’ Return

• (00:28:21) Jets vs. Bills

• (00:29:49) Eagles’ Playoff Preparation

• (00:43:37) Ravens vs. Steelers

• (00:47:00) Betting Locks for Week 18

• (00:53:15) Holiday Sports Reflections