Playoffs and Pickleball

Frank and Eddie are back from the Christmas break, but Eddie had his laptop stolen on a train, and Frank had an unsuccessful foray into the world of competitive pickleball. Plus, our reactions to all of the NFL games from Week 17, and a look ahead to the next round of the College Football Playoffs. 

The LA Rams and the Seattle Seahawks threw up a Thursday Night Football instant classic, but Eddie isn't happy with the officiating decision on one of the two-point conversions.  The College Football Playoffs get underway this weekend, but are there any hopes for some big upsets? Plus, our previews and predictions ahead of some crucial late-season NFL Games. The 49ers are hoping to stay in contention for the NFC West, the Bears and the Packers go head-to-head in a game with major implications for the NFC North, and the Ravens, Patriots, Steelers, Bills, Eagles, and Lions all have big games ahead.

Eddie managed to lock himself out, but his week hasn't gone as badly as it has for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. A loss to the Chargers and an MCL and LCL tear for Mahomes means that the Chiefs may be entering a rebuilding era, but does that mean retirement for Travis Kelce? A big comeback for the Bills and important wins for the Ravens and Steelers, but could anyone win the Super Bowl this year? Plus another unconvincing win for Arsenal as Manchester City ease past Crystal Palace. And Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman, but Diego Pavia may have been the biggest loser. 

Eddie has a Fiat Topolino update as Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka get set to face off in the 'Battle of the Sexes'. But the big news out of the tennis world is the potential return of Serena Williams. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is facing more challenges, as the US announces plans to screen social media history, and FIFA introduces 3-minute cool-down breaks. And University of Michigan football is mired in further controversy.  Plus, our previews and predictions for every game from Week 15 of the NFL Season. The Patriots face the Bills, the Rams play the Lions, and the Chiefs take on the Chargers in games with huge playoff implications. Big wins are expected for the 49ers, Seahawks, Bears, and Jaguars. 

The World Cup draw has made life easy for most of the big nations, but Eddie was annoyed by the unnecessary fanfare and the Donald Trump focus. The College Football Playoffs are also set, but Frank thinks that Notre Dame were wrong to withdraw from Bowl Game consideration.  Plus, there's more trouble at Anfield as Salah opens up to the press. The Eagles lost again, but do they have any chance in the playoffs? And there were big wins for the Steelers, Packers, and Bills.

Eddie has a new car, but Frank wants to know more about what it's like to drive a Fiat Topolino. And as Lebron James' 10-point scoring streak finally comes to an end, has it been the safest bet in sports? Plus, previews and predictions for every game from Week 14 of the NFL Season. There are big playoff implications as the Ravens take on the Steelers, the Bills are desperate for a win, and the Jags host the Colts.

Frank and Eddie talk about their Thanksgiving weekends, including Frank's first Minnesota snow. But Eddie has some good news for him as he lets him know about the hit new show 'Heated Rivalry' and its compelling hockey romance. Plus reaction to all of the weekend's NFL games, including a surprising loss for the Rams, another bad Shadeur Sanders performance, and a series of upsets in the Thanksgiving Day games. Frank and Eddie both also agree that Siriani is facing unnecessary criticism for his decision to go for 2. Plus, Frank doesn't quite understand 'The Chair Company' and Eddie loves 'Train Dreams'.

Eddie is recovering from a cold, but he's still doing better than Arne Slot, as speculation grows that Jurgen Klopp could be returning to Anfield. It's Thanksgiving week, but is Frank making a mistake by cooking at home, and should salad be part of your Thanksgiving meal? Plus our previews and predictions for every game from Week 13 of the 2025/26 NFL season. Including, don't believe the Shadeur Sanders hype, a must-win game for the Buffalo Bills, and an important test for the Colts.

Frank and Eddie are in California for the Breeders' Cup, and Frank has some complaints about people talking on planes. Rebel's Romance looks to make more history at Del Mar, but can the 7-year-old get the better of Minnie Hauk. Plus, our previews and predictions for every game from Week 9 of the NFL Season. Including, can the 49ers get back on track, and who will come out on top when the Chiefs meet the Bills? 

Eddie's in San Diego for the Breeders' Cup, but Frank does not approve of his approach to killing time on his flight to LA. Week of 8 of the NFL mostly went as expected, but Joe Flacco and the Bengals threw a game away against the Jets and have nearly killed off their playoff hopes as a result.  Plus, Liverpool lost again and Arsenal are in pole position in the Premier League.