Week 17 Reactions: Dan Quinn’s Struggles, Caleb Williams vs. Brock Purdy, & Saints/Jaguars Rising

Cody and Felix break down the schematic issues plaguing the Cowboys and Commanders, and analyze how Brian Flores used specific pressure packages to confuse Jared Goff. The duo also discusses the Saints' resurgence, the Jaguars' playoff potential, and Caleb Williams' undeniable talent.

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In this episode:

- The continued dysfunction of the Las Vegas Raiders and the confusion surrounding their offensive staff structure.

- Dan Quinn’s defensive regression in Washington and the potential coordinator carousel looming for the Cowboys.

- Brian Flores’ tactical masterclass against the Lions and how he utilized specific pressure packages to rattle Jared Goff.

- Takeaways from the Chiefs-Broncos Christmas matchup, including the heated exchange between Bo Nix and Sean Payton.

- The contrast between Caleb Williams’ "undeniable" raw talent and the 49ers’ highly structured efficiency under Kyle Shanahan.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro & The Raiders "Dumpster Fire"

5:02 - Cowboys vs. Commanders & Dan Quinn’s Future

10:08 - The Cowboys' DC Search: Why Flores/Leonard Might Not Happen

15:42 - Broncos vs. Chiefs: Bo Nix Yelling at Sean Payton

19:15 - Chargers vs. Texans & CJ Stroud’s Struggles

24:59 - Packers vs. Ravens: Derrick Henry’s Dominance

28:26 - Bengals vs. Cardinals: Arizona’s Defensive Injuries

32:30 - Steelers vs. Browns & Aaron Rodgers’ Sack Aversion

35:12 - Dolphins Recap & Todd Bowles on the Hot Seat?

37:55 - Saints vs. Titans: Why New Orleans is a 2026 Sleeper

41:25 - The Jaguars' Ascent & Liam Coen’s Impact

43:31 - Patriots vs. Jets & Drake Maye’s Potential

48:42 - Vikings vs. Lions: Brian Flores’ Masterclass vs. Goff

52:30 - Bears vs. 49ers: Caleb Williams vs. The Shanahan Machine

55:29 - Eagles vs. Bills Recap

56:22 - Seahawks vs. Panthers & Bryce Young

58:48 - Rams vs. Falcons & Kirk Cousins’ Future

1:00:06 - Outro

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