Week 9 – Peter King on a New Packers Era, the NBA Gambling Scandal, and Drake Maye

Bill Belichick joins Jim Gray to discuss UNC's first win in the ACC this season, Jayden Daniels’ injury and the debate about keeping star players on the field in blowouts, what has impressed him about Matthew Stafford throughout the years, and the teams unexpectedly leading their division this season. Then, Matthew Stafford sits with Jim to discuss the Rams’ win against the Saints, Puka Nacua’s injury, his thoughts on being in the MVP conversation, and his experience watching the World Series with his team.

Peter King joins Jim Gray to break down the Bears-Bengals game, identify who could be the best team in the league right now, and explain why John Schneider deserves enormous credit for the Seahawks’ success. Then, they discuss what hurt the Chiefs in their latest regular season loss to the Bills, what has happened to the Commanders this season, and their picks for the Hall of Excellence Award this week.

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.