Are the Kansas City Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes in danger of missing the playoffs? How do the Philadelphia Eagles continue to win despite their offensive struggles? Can Josh Allen keep carrying the Buffalo Bills? And what should we make of Shedeur Sanders’ regular-season Cleveland Browns debut?

The Denver Broncos handed Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs their second straight loss, dropping them to 5-5. Is Kansas City in danger of missing the postseason? The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini, former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel and co-host James Palmer discuss the fallout from Week 11's pivotal showdown in Denver and its impact on the AFC playoff picture.

The Philadelphia Eagles continue to win despite offensive struggles. Jalen Hurts and the Eagles defeated the Lions despite scoring only 16 points. Can Philly fix its issues and make another championship run? Daniel brings you inside the Eagles’ offense.

The Buffalo Bills’ offense appears to be back on track following Josh Allen’s six-touchdown performance Sunday. The Bills defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers thanks to their quarterback’s heroics. But is this model sustainable for a deep postseason run? We break down the film.

And finally, what should we make of Shedeur Sanders’ debut for the Cleveland Browns? Sanders replaced an injured Dillon Gabriel in the third quarter. Daniel breaks down what he saw in Shedeur’s performance on Sunday.

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Thursday’s episode of Scoop City dives into the growing frustration in Philadelphia after A.J. Brown’s “unapologetic” comments about the Eagles’ struggling offense. Can the Ravens take advantage of the inconsistent AFC North, or could another Lamar Jackson injury end Baltimore’s hopes of saving its season? The Seahawks and Rams bring into focus which team is a real contender to win the NFC. Plus, we help set your fantasy lineup for Week 11.

Scoop City hits the road around the league with The Athletic’s insiders. Zach Berman shares what he’s hearing about the Eagles’ offensive identity crisis, A.J. Brown’s mindset, and how DeVonta Smith fits into the conversation as a true No. 1 option. He also breaks down the impact of Jaelan Phillips and the Eagles’ reinvented defensive front as they brace for Detroit.

In Baltimore, Lamar Jackson’s health remains a major storyline. Ravens insider Jeff Zrebiec updates us on Jackson’s knee soreness, how the Browns have given Baltimore trouble in recent matchups, and whether the Ravens’ tight-end-heavy personnel packages can help stabilize the offense. Plus, how Mike Macdonald has unlocked Kyle Hamilton as one of the most unique defensive weapons in football.

Out West, it’s one of the biggest Denver Broncos games in a decade. Broncos defensive end Zach Allen joins the show to discuss his sack streak, Denver’s elite pass-rush depth, and what it takes to disrupt Patrick Mahomes. He also explains why Bo Nix continues to grow into a late-game “it factor” quarterback and makes the case for defensive coordinator Vance Joseph as a future head coach.

We continue our Week 11 tour with The Athletic’s Mike Sando, who breaks down two massive NFC matchups: Rams-Seahawks and Bills-Buccaneers. Who handles pressure better — Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold? Can the Buffalo Bills evolve offensively after missing on a trade-deadline move? And which teams in the middle of the playoff race face the most urgency entering Week 11?

Finally, Jake Ciely jumps in with fantasy tips and some legendary high-school sports stories. What does Jameis Winston starting for the New York Giants mean for fantasy lineups? Should managers stash Jayden Daniels or Joe Burrow? Who are the top buy-low candidates heading into the playoff push? Jake brings the answers — and more mind-blowing high-school records.

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Wednesday’s episode of Scoop City examines the fallout from the New York Giants' firing of head coach Brian Daboll. Do the Green Bay Packers need to hit the panic button after losing to the Philadelphia Eagles? Which teams are in desperate need of a turnaround in Week 11? And is eggnog overrated?

On Monday, the New York Giants parted ways with head coach Brian Daboll. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares insights on what the Giants are thinking moving forward, including the fate of GM Joe Schoen. The Giants have also made a change at quarterback, elevating Jameis Winston to the backup role, and Winston will start Sunday with rookie Jaxson Dart in concussion protocol.

In Green Bay, the Packers are left with more questions following a 10-7 loss to the Eagles. How do Matt LaFleur and Jordan Love correct their inconsistencies on offense? And should they start to panic with Chicago and Detroit pushing hard in the NFC North?

Meanwhile, the pressure is mounting for several other teams around the NFL. In Cincinnati, Joe Burrow returned to practice, but is it too little, too late for the Bengals? Can the Pittsburgh Steelers fix their problems? What about the Jaguars’ recent struggles? Jacksonville began the season 4-1 but has lost three of its last four. Can the team turn things around with Travis Hunter sidelined for the rest of the season?

Finally, what are your feelings on eggnog? The Pulse’s Chris Branch joins Scoop City with a hot take on the holiday drink.

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Scoop City returns with reactions to the New York Giants' firing of head coach Brian Daboll. The New England Patriots have taken a commanding lead in the AFC East, and now Drake Maye is in the MVP conversation. The Buffalo Bills fell to the Miami Dolphins in stunning fashion. Will the Bills be in danger of missing the postseason? And why did Dan Campbell take over play-calling duties for the Detroit Lions?

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll following Sunday’s loss to the Chicago Bears. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini broke the news in the middle of our episode. Former quarterback Chase Daniel reacts to Daboll’s firing.

The AFC East race took an interesting turn after Week 10. The New England Patriots sit firmly atop the division following their win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye is now firmly in the MVP conversation, while the Buffalo Bills are left with even more questions. The Miami Dolphins stunned the Bills with a dominant performance, dropping Buffalo to 6-3. What is working for the Patriots? And what’s wrong with the Bills? Daniel sheds light on both teams.

Plus, through 10 weeks, several teams still have unanswered questions. Do you trust the Packers or Eagles to emerge in the NFC? Could the Los Angeles Rams clinch their second NFC crown in five seasons? And should we be concerned about the Detroit Lions after Dan Campbell took over play-calling duties on Sunday?

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Are the Seattle Seahawks contenders in the NFC after their trade deadline acquisition of Rashid Shaheed? Is the New England Patriots offense explosive despite a lack of weapons? Will Matthew Stafford finally win his first MVP? And is Derrick Henry’s high school record actually in danger of being broken?

The Seattle Seahawks bolstered their wide receiver group by trading for Rashid Shaheed. The former Saints wideout reunites with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. The Athletic’s Michael-Shawn Dugar joins James Palmer to share how Seattle plans to use Shaheed.

In New England, the Patriots were unable to make a deal at the deadline. However, Drake Maye’s offense doesn’t appear to need any help. The Athletic’s Patriots beat writer Chad Graff explains how Mike Vrabel’s team has benefited from an explosive offensive attack.

Out West, the Los Angeles Rams are quietly one of the NFL’s most dangerous teams. Former Super Bowl-winning quarterback Matthew Stafford is once again in the MVP conversation. Could this finally be the year Stafford wins the award? The Athletic’s Rams beat writer Nate Atkins shares why Stafford should be in consideration.

Plus, don’t miss the latest fantasy advice following the NFL trade deadline from The Athletic’s senior fantasy writer Jake Ciely. He also shares another epic list Millennials won’t want to miss.

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The New York Jets hit the reset button at the trade deadline. How did the deals for Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner go down? What does the Williams trade mean for the Dallas Cowboys? The Seattle Seahawks bolstered their offense by adding Rashid Shaheed. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini takes you inside NFL trade deadline day and explains why some deals did not get done.

Scoop City returns following an action-packed NFL trade deadline. The New York Jets were the biggest surprise on Tuesday, dealing both Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner. Williams was sent to the Dallas Cowboys for two picks and Mazi Smith, while Gardner was traded to the Indianapolis Colts for a pair of first-round picks.

The Seattle Seahawks also made a surprise move Tuesday by acquiring wide receiver Rashid Shaheed. Seattle sent a pair of draft picks to the New Orleans Saints in return. Russini explains how the deal came together and why it makes sense for the Seahawks.

A number of trades did not happen Tuesday despite interest from teams such as the Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots, and Pittsburgh Steelers. Russini and co-host James Palmer share intel on deals that did not come to fruition.

Jacob Robinson from the Scoop City newsletter also asks our insiders what it’s like to experience trade deadline day while trying to break news.

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Should the Washington Commanders have pulled quarterback Jayden Daniels before his injury? Is there cause for concern for the Kansas City Chiefs after their loss to the Buffalo Bills? How dominant can the Philadelphia Eagles' defense be after adding Jaelan Phillips? Can the Minnesota Vikings make a playoff push now that J.J. McCarthy is starting again?

The Commanders will be without Daniels after he suffered a dislocated elbow against the Seattle Seahawks late in the second half of Sunday night's blowout. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares reaction from inside the Commanders facility and details how long the team expects to be without its second-year quarterback.

After the Bills’ win over the Chiefs, former Kansas City quarterback and Scoop City co-host Chase Daniel discusses whether Patrick Mahomes and Chiefs Kingdom should be concerned. Daniel also breaks down who could emerge as Josh Allen’s top target in Buffalo’s offense.

Even during their bye week, the Eagles continue to make moves. General manager Howie Roseman remains active ahead of the NFL trade deadline, acquiring edge rusher Jaelan Phillips to bolster Philadelphia's pass rush. Russini reports what she’s hearing around the league as the deadline approaches.

Plus, the Vikings are turning back to J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback. Daniel examines what McCarthy’s return could mean for Minnesota’s playoff hopes and offensive rhythm.

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It’s a Halloween Week 9 edition of Scoop City with James Palmer and a stacked lineup of insiders from The Athletic! We’re serving up more treats than tricks as the NFL trade deadline approaches and several playoff contenders face must-win moments. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for your insider breakdowns straight from the locker room.

The AFC playoff picture heats up as Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs square off with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in one of Week 9’s biggest matchups. Joe Buscaglia breaks down the Bills’ must-win urgency, how Allen and Stefon Diggs can exploit Kansas City’s coverage, and what Sean McDermott’s defense must fix to keep pace with Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Can the Bills save their season—or will Kansas City prove they’re still the AFC’s top dog?

Next up, James Boyd joins James Palmer to dive into the surging Indianapolis Colts, led by Jonathan Taylor, who’s on an MVP-level tear. Taylor leads the NFL in rushing yards and touchdowns through eight weeks, and he’s doing it behind a balanced Colts attack. Can Taylor continue his dominance against a Steelers defense that’s been uncharacteristically inconsistent and struggling to stop the run?

Alec Lewis checks in to preview Vikings vs Lions, a massive NFC North battle. J.J. MCarthy returns to the starting lineup in a crucial divisional matchup. How will J.J. McCarthy’s growth define how the success of Minnesota's season.

Even on their bye week, the Philadelphia Eagles stay in the headlines. Brooks Kubena joins James Palmer to unpack his powerful new story on AJ Brown, one of the NFL’s most complex and competitive superstars. From his relentless work ethic with DK Metcalf at Ole Miss to his candid thoughts on frustration, fulfillment, and identity, Brooks explains why Brown’s intensity has nothing to do with being a “diva”—and everything to do with the unique pressure of playing wide receiver in today’s NFL.

To wrap the show, Jake Ciely brings his fantasy insight (and costume) for a special Halloween segment: ranking the best Halloween candies and revealing his buy-low and sell-high fantasy football targets ahead of the NFL trade deadline. From Baker Mayfield to breakout RB Quinshon Judkins, Jake and James debate who’s sweet, who’s stale, and who’s worth stashing.

Don’t miss this episode of Scoop City — your insider pass to the NFL.

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