Week 8 – Peter King on the Broncos’ comeback, the Colts on FIRE, and the Chargers' future

Matt Ryan joins Matthew Stafford and Jim Gray to discuss his transition from calling games to being in the studio, Justin Fields’ vulnerability, and the importance of having a support system. Then, Matt and Matthew look back on their days on the basketball court, share what it was like being good friends while also being competitors, and discuss the proliferation of gambling across sports.

Peter King and Jim Gray break down what it was like seeing Aaron Rodgers up against Jordan Love, whether a gambling scandal can make its way into the NFL, and what “inside information” even means anymore. Then, they discuss how Daniel Jones is leading the Colts to victory after victory, and how Drake Maye has leveled up this season.

Peter King joins Jim Gray to discuss the Broncos’ unbelievable win against the Giants, the Chiefs making their way back up, the Colts taking off at 6-1, and whether the Chargers can turn things around this season.

Matthew Stafford sits with Jim Gray to reflect on the Rams win in London, the possibility of a full-time international team down the road, and Shohei Ohtani’s excellence. Then, they discuss the Broncos’ win over the Giants, the Chiefs making a full-on comeback, and the young QBs that stand out this season.

Matthew Stafford sits with Jim Gray to talk about Puka Nacua’s ankle injury, playing internationally as he looks ahead to the Rams-Jaguars game in the UK, what it’s like as a player when coaches are fired midseason, and Brian Daboll under review for violating concussion protocol. Then, Maxx Crosby joins Peter King and Jim to discuss the Raiders’ dominating win against the Titans, his respect for Patrick Mahomes, and how division games can bring out the best in players.

Peter King and Jim discuss the Titans firing coach Brian Callahan, Bill Belichick finding his way at UNC, Baker Mayfield at his peak this season, whether the Chiefs could still win the AFC, the Brewers facing the Dodgers, and Penn State firing head coach James Franklin.

Matthew Stafford and Jim Gray discuss what it’s like to play a home game in a SoFi Stadium packed with 49ers fans, going up against the Ravens after their blowout loss to the Texans, overhead cameras causing havoc across the NFL, the Buccaneers and Seahawks putting on an instant classic, and Rico Dowdle’s surprise excellence. Then, Maxx Crosby joins Jim to break down the Raiders’ tough loss in Indianapolis, and the Titans’ comeback against the Cardinals.

Peter King and Jim Gray break down the Eagles’ first loss of 2025 and the Broncos comeback, whether Lamar Jackson can bounce back to MVP form, the unpredictability of football, and whether the Rams should be an undefeated team right now. Then, they discuss Jonathan Gannon’s reaction after the Cardinals’ loss, and Peter gives his pick for this week’s Hall of Excellence Award Winner.

Matthew Stafford talks with Jim about the Rams' win over the Colts, Puka Nacua as the NFL’s best receiver through four weeks, how big a Week 5 game can be, the Cowboys-Packers, and what a Monday feels like after a tie. Then, Maxx Crosby sits with Jim to reflect on the Raiders’ loss to the Bears, and what makes the Philadelphia Eagles so special.

Peter King joins Jim to break down his experience at the Ryder Cup, the Cowboys-Packers tie, what’s going on with Lamar Jackson, and the Chiefs finally looking like the old Chiefs again. Plus, Peter gives his picks for the five best and five worst teams so far this NFL season.