The Patriots are back in the Super Bowl — again — this time against the Seahawks, and this episode breaks down how we actually got here and what matters heading into the game. No legacy talk, no conspiracy nonsense, just football. We look at how New England keeps winning playoff games without blowing teams out, what Drake Maye has (and hasn’t) done this postseason, and why people are still uncomfortable admitting the Patriots deserve to be here.

On the NFC side, Seahawks vs Rams delivered exactly what a conference championship should. Physical, close, and decided by execution late. We talk about Sam Darnold’s run, whether it’s sustainable, and why Seattle being favored isn’t as simple as people want to make it.

The episode also hits on the College Football Playoff rule changes and why some programs are quietly winning while others are losing ground. Automatic bids, Notre Dame, and how this shifts recruiting and perception moving forward.

The back half of the show is UFC-focused, starting with an honest reaction to UFC 324 — what worked, what didn’t, and why some of the reaction online feels disconnected from reality. Then we preview UFC 325, including Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2, stylistic matchups, and what each fighter realistically gains or loses from this card.

Straightforward breakdowns, realistic expectations, and opinions that don’t need yelling to make sense.

Questions Answered

• How did the Patriots get back to the Super Bowl without dominant offense?

• Are the Patriots actually deserving of another Super Bowl appearance?

• What has Drake Maye shown — and not shown — this postseason?

• Why do people keep downplaying New England’s playoff run?

• What decided Seahawks vs Rams in the NFC Championship?

• Is Sam Darnold’s late-season run sustainable?

• Why are the Seahawks favored, and does the line make sense?

• How do the new College Football Playoff rules change the landscape?

• Does Notre Dame still benefit more than most programs?

• Was UFC 324 a good card or just overreacted to online?

• Which fights from UFC 324 actually mattered going forward?

• What should fans realistically expect from UFC on Paramount+?

• Who has more to lose in Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2?

• What UFC 325 matchups deserve more attention than the main event?

Timestamp

00:00 – Intro

01:00 – College Football Playoff rule changes

06:45 – Notre Dame & automatic bid discussion

12:30 – Long-term impact on recruiting and conferences

17:20 – AFC Championship: Patriots vs Broncos

22:10 – Weather, game flow, and missed chances

26:40 – Drake Maye’s playoff performance

30:20 – NFC Championship: Seahawks vs Rams

35:10 – Sam Darnold’s run & Seattle’s edge

40:10 – Seahawks vs Patriots early Super Bowl thoughts

44:45 – UFC 324 reaction

49:10 – Fights that mattered vs noise

53:30 – UFC 325 preview

56:45 – Final thoughts & outro

They’re back. Somehow… the Patriots are back in the Super Bowl. AGAIN. New England punches its ticket for Super Bowl #12, setting up a throwback matchup with the Seattle Seahawks, and we break down exactly how it happened, why people are mad about it, and why none of that actually matters.

This episode kicks off with college football chaos, as the Playoff Committee drops new rules that immediately light the internet on fire — including automatic bids, Notre Dame favoritism, and the SEC taking a real hit in perception. If you’re tired of the same tired narratives, this conversation goes where most shows won’t.

From there, it’s straight into the AFC and NFC Championship Games. Patriots vs Broncos in brutal weather, missed kicks, and a game that felt over before it ever really opened up. Then one of the best NFC title games we’ve seen all year, as the Seahawks outlast the Rams in a rivalry that delivered every single time. Sam Darnold’s story, Stafford’s MVP case, and why Seattle might be the most battle-tested team in football right now.

And then… UFC is officially back. UFC 324 delivered violence, controversy, weird judging debates, breakout performances, and some brutally honest takes — including Gaethje vs Pimblett, O’Malley’s next move, heavyweight madness, and what actually mattered on a chaotic card.

The episode wraps with a full UFC 325 preview, including Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2, who’s being fed to the wolves, who’s getting pushed, and why this card feels very different from UFC 324.

NFL, college football, UFC — Just real breakdowns, real opinions, and calling things exactly how they are.

🔍 Questions Answered in This Episode

• How did the Patriots win the AFC Championship despite brutal weather and limited offense?

• Why do people keep saying New England had a “cupcake” path — and is it fair?

• Did the Broncos cost themselves the game with key fourth-down decisions?

• What made the Seahawks vs Rams NFC Championship one of the best games of the season?

• Is Sam Darnold playing at an MVP level heading into the Super Bowl?

• Who really deserves the NFL MVP?

• Did the College Football Playoff Committee get it right with the new rules?

• Why does Notre Dame keep getting special treatment?

• Was UFC 324 actually a success on Paramount+?

• Did Sean O’Malley clearly beat Song Yadong?

• Is Paddy Pimblett overrated after the Gaethje fight?

• Who wins Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2 at UFC 325?

• Is this potentially the end of Alexander Volkanovski’s career?

⏱️ Episode 7 Timestamps

00:00 – Intro: Championship weekend, UFC is back

01:10 – College Football Playoff rule changes explained

06:30 – Notre Dame automatic bid & SEC backlash

12:40 – Recruiting shifts, NIL impact & conference power changes

17:45 – AFC Championship: Patriots vs Broncos breakdown

22:30 – Weather impact, missed kicks & Denver’s key mistakes

26:40 – Drake Maye playoff performance & Patriots criticism

30:30 – NFC Championship: Seahawks vs Rams instant classic

35:45 – Sam Darnold’s run & why Seattle earned this

40:40 – Stafford vs Drake Maye MVP debate

44:30 – Pro Bowl controversy & league optics

47:30 – UFC 324 recap begins

49:40 – Main card reactions (O’Malley, Gaethje, heavyweights)

53:20 – UFC on Paramount+ reaction & ratings

55:10 – UFC 325 preview: Volkanovski vs Diego Lopes 2

57:20 – Final thoughts & episode wrap-up

In this segment, I shift to Major League Baseball and break down two moves that say a lot about where the league is right now — and where some teams are completely dropping the ball. I start with the Yankees backing off Cody Bellinger and why Scott Boras negotiations continue to hurt his own clients as much as they help them. We talk contract expectations, market reality, and why Bellinger’s asking price doesn’t line up with what he actually is as a player at this stage of his career.

From there, I get into the Cubs landing Alex Bregman and why, despite the massive price tag, it actually makes sense for Chicago. We talk roster construction, elite defense, fit at Wrigley, and why the Cubs might be one of the most quietly well-built teams in baseball heading into the season.

I also hit on a bigger issue that keeps popping up: why teams like the Yankees and Red Sox are suddenly acting like small-market franchises in a sport with no salary cap. If you’re one of the richest organizations in sports history, there’s no excuse for constantly pulling back when it’s time to spend. Meanwhile, other teams are putting their money where their mouth is and building real contenders.

No hot-take nonsense — just context, roster logic, and honest frustration with how MLB’s biggest brands are handling business.

Timestamp

0:00 MLB offseason thoughts begin

0:30 Yankees backing off Cody Bellinger

1:40 Scott Boras contract problems

2:40 Why Bellinger’s asking price doesn’t make sense

3:30 Cubs sign Alex Bregman

4:30 Why the move actually works for Chicago

5:20 Big-market teams refusing to spend

6:00 Final MLB thoughts

Questions that I answer

Why did the Yankees back off Cody Bellinger?

Is Scott Boras hurting his own clients?

Did the Cubs overpay for Alex Bregman?

Does Alex Bregman fit at Wrigley Field?

Are the Yankees and Red Sox acting like small-market teams?

Why do MLB teams refuse to spend without a salary cap?

Are the Cubs built better than the Brewers, Mets, and Phillies?

Who’s actually building a contender the right way in MLB?

Episode 6 Segments

6.1 - College Football - National Championship Game!! A Beautiful End to a Fairy Tale Story

6.2 - NFL - Sloppiest NFL Divisional Round Ever Ryan Clark Needs to Stop

6.3 - UFC - UFC 324! Finally MMA Is Back!!!

6.4 - MLB - Have the Dodgers ruined MLB???