NFL Week 3 Chaos, Thick Sixes & Ryder Cup Showdown
It was another packed week in the world of sports, and the guys were all over it in this episode! From shocking NFL upsets to a heartfelt tribute for a Philadelphia legend, the episode covered all the bases. Let’s dive into the highlights.
NFL Week 3: When You Think You Know, You Don’t
The episode kicked off with favorite performances of the week. Jordan Davis got a major shoutout (you know who from) for his incredible “Thick Six”—a 300-pounder rumbling for a touchdown—while Baker Mayfield earned praise for his record-breaking knack for late-game comebacks. The guys also gave props to Marcus Mariota for stepping up and leading the Commanders to a crucial victory.
The main theme of the NFL discussion was unpredictability. Week 3 saw supposed Super Bowl contenders like the Bills and Packers stumble against lesser opponents, proving the old “any given Sunday” adage is alive and well. The guys spent significant time breaking down the Eagles-Rams game, which was a tale of two halves. While the Rams’ talent, especially from players like Kyron Williams and Puka Nacua, was on full display, they were critical of head coach Sean McVay’s conservative red-zone play-calling. This ultimately opened the door for Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown to put the team on their backs and lead the Eagles to a second-half comeback.
College Football Heats Up and Ryder Cup Nerves
Shifting to the college gridiron, all talk was on the massive SEC matchups on the horizon. The guys talked about the highly anticipated Georgia vs. Alabama game, analyzing whether Georgia’s recent struggles were a sign of weakness or just a temporary blip. As always, they capped it off with the some betting locks, with some bold “upset alert” picks that raised a few eyebrows.
Then a deep dive into the upcoming Ryder Cup by Pope at the notoriously challenging Bethpage Black. This is a fascinating matchup: a seasoned, confident European team, featuring veterans like Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose, going up against a younger American squad with four rookies. The U.S. has the significant advantage of playing on home soil—a factor that has led to dominant victories in recent years—the guys talk about the immense pressure. They see U.S. Captain Keegan Bradley leaning heavily on stars like Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau to guide the newcomers through what is sure to be a wild New York crowd.
A Lasso for a Homecoming and a Toast to a Legend
The guys awarded their “lasso” to the news that the Washington Commanders have finalized a deal to build a new stadium and return to their “spiritual home” in Washington, D.C. The move, celebrated as a massive win for the city and its fans, is a testament to the new ownership’s commitment.
House led a tribute for Philadelphia Flyers icon Bernie Parent. In a touching tribute, they honored the legendary goaltender, who backstopped the Flyers to their only two Stanley Cups. House recounted his incredible career, which included winning both the Vezina and Conn Smythe trophies in consecutive seasons, and the fluke eye injury that cut it short. More importantly, they remembered him as a pillar of the community and a beloved figure who left an indelible mark on the city.
Buzzer Beaters
The show wrapped up with a flurry of quick hits:
MLB Playoff Race: A look at the incredibly tight divisional and wild-card races as the season enters its final week.
NFL Sideline Antics: A laugh about the moment Marcus Mariota accidentally took out his own coach, Dan Quinn, on the sideline.
WNBA Shoutouts: Giving love to some of the league’s less-heralded stars who are putting up incredible numbers.
NBA Breaking News: The devastating report that Rockets guard Fred VanVleet will miss the season with a torn ACL.
From top to bottom, it was another can’t-miss episode from the SMQBs, perfectly capturing the highs, lows, and emotional moments of a wild week in sports.