Season 7, Episode 17 kicks off with Dan Fox and Frank Knight ringing in the New Year with a special guest appearance from Tyler, plus the usual basement-studio banter and word-policing: it’s “Happy New Year,” not “Happy New Year’s,” and Frank is prepared to die on that hill. With Allen Action Jackson out for the night, the crew leans into a lighter opening, Raiders misery, owner jokes, and a quick check-in on the Colts’ season collapse, including how offensive line injuries can turn a contender into a cautionary tale.

From there, Frank unveils a mini trivia game that instantly becomes an on-air struggle for Dan, until Tyler and Brian (in the background) step in as lifelines. Highlights include the revelation that there are seven NFL officials on the field, old-school quarterback history featuring Terry Bradshaw, a “slow 40-yard dash” trick question that lands on Tom Brady, and the ultimate completions milestone: Brett Favre as the lone member of the 6,000-completion club. The group caps trivia with a bonus stumper: which current head coach rushed for more yards than Bo Jackson? (Jim Harbaugh—quarterback legs count too.)

Then the show turns serious with a full recap of Week 17, starting with the Christmas Day slate and rolling through the weekend’s games, playoff implications, and draft-position drama:

Key Week 17 takeaways:

• Cowboys over Washington (30–23), a win Dan will take, even if it doesn’t prove much.
• Vikings shock Lions (23–10), officially knocking Detroit out of playoff contention and forcing a full offseason reset.
• Broncos handle the broken Chiefs (20–13), but Dan remains skeptical that Bo Nix can carry them beyond the AFC Championship tier.
• Texans over Chargers (20–16), another defensive showcase that reinforces Houston as a legitimate January problem.
• Browns upset Steelers (13–6) in a game that exposed Pittsburgh’s offensive limitations—especially without DK Metcalf.
• Patriots crush Jets (42–10), as New England continues to look like a real contender.
• Saints beat Titans (34–26), with New Orleans’ quarterback trendline still pointing up.
• Jaguars stay hot at Colts (23–17), while Indy’s year continues to unravel.
• Dolphins upset Bucs (20–17), leading to a blunt discussion of Todd Bowles and Tampa’s lack of consistency.
• Seahawks take care of Panthers (27–10), with the group agreeing Seattle’s ceiling depends entirely on whether “Bad Sam Darnold” shows up at the wrong moment.
• Bengals torch Cardinals (37–14), followed by more pointed commentary on Joe Burrow’s public frustration and what responsibility looks like when you’re the face of the franchise.
• Giants destroy Raiders (34–10) in the “draft-position bowl,” flipping the spotlight to how teams behave when the No. 1 pick is on the line—and how ugly it can look in real time.
• Eagles edge Bills (13–12) in a messy, rain-soaked game that felt like a potential Super Bowl preview.
• 49ers survive Bears in a late shootout, with Chicago nearly stealing it on the final play.

As always, the episode balances serious football analysis with the crew’s trademark sarcasm, plus a running thread of frustration about teams that look like they’re “managing outcomes” late in the season, whether for seeding, health, or draft position.

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Merry Christmas from the basement studio. Season 7, Episode 16 kicks off with holiday energy, Frank’s cookies, Mariah Carey impressions, and a friendly argument over whether this is the Joe Montana episode (it is) or the Dwight Gooden episode (absolutely not). Dan and Frank are joined by Alan “Action” Jackson and sound man Rich, and the crew sets the tone with laughs, old-school sports references, and the kind of festive chaos only a Christmas edition can deliver.

The show opens with a quick run through MLB Hot Stove surprises, most notably the Pirates actually spending money, the Mets continuing their “clean house” approach by shipping Jeff McNeil to the A’s (with cash attached), and a Moneyball-style analogy about teams paying to get rid of contracts. The Mets’ bigger picture remains unsettled: Frank still isn’t over losing Alonso, but he’s holding judgment until the roster is fully built, especially given that pitching was the real issue last season. The crew also hits the Knicks debate (and the ongoing cheesesteak wager), before sliding into a quick fantasy football note as Alan celebrates making the Super Bowl with a team peaking at the right time.

Then it’s a full recap of NFL Week 16, starting with Saturday games and rolling right through Sunday:

• Eagles over Washington (29–18) to clinch the division.
• Bears over Packers (22–16 OT) in a controversial, windy game featuring injuries and a surprising “go-for-broke” overtime bomb.
• Saints over Jets (28–6) as New Orleans’ QB continues to look like a real starter.
• Bills over Browns (23–20) in a tighter-than-expected win.
• Titans over Chiefs (26–9) as Kansas City’s injury spiral continues.
• Chargers smashing Cowboys (34–17) with Dallas exposed by brutal run defense and wide-open play-action.
• Vikings edging Giants (16–13) as the crew questions the Giants’ ultra-run-heavy approach and whether draft positioning is quietly shaping decisions.
• Panthers over Bucs (23–20) as Carolina takes control of a shaky division.
• Bengals steamrolling Dolphins (45–21) with Burrow and company lighting up the scoreboard.
• Jaguars over Broncos (34–20) in a major upset, with Jacksonville looking increasingly legitimate.
• Texans slipping past Raiders (23–21) in a game Houston “won” but didn’t exactly dominate.
• Steelers over Lions (29–24) with Aaron Rodgers looking sharp—and the biggest controversy of the week: DK Metcalf’s sideline altercation with a fan, resulting in a two-game suspension and a heated debate about fan behavior, accountability, and where the league should draw the line.

The episode wraps with a strong message: most fans are respectful, but it only takes one person crossing the line to turn the entire spotlight ugly, especially when players are being baited into losing control.

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Season 7, Episode 15 opens with a winter-weather whiplash and a running joke about whether this is the Patrick Mahomes episode or the Thurman Munson episode, before Dan, Frank, Alan, and Rich settle into a packed sports menu.

The crew congratulates Frank’s Knicks for winning the NBA’s in-season tournament—then immediately debates why most fans still don’t care, even with proposals to move future tournament games into iconic college arenas to boost energy and attendance. From there, it’s Hot Stove League time: more Mets head-scratching as New York continues to reshape the roster and pulls in more Yankees bullpen pieces, while the Yankees field trade chatter around Jazz Chisholm. The group also highlights a notable three-team trade involving the Rays, Pirates, and Orioles, and shares genuine excitement for a stronger, star-studded World Baseball Classic lineup.

Then the show pivots to a detailed Week 15 NFL recap, including:

• Bills over Patriots (35–31) after a 21–0 hole, with Dan cashing a successful lone wolf on New England.
• Ravens shutting out the Bengals (24–0), sparking a blunt debate about Joe Burrow’s tone, injuries, roster spending, and accountability.
• Jaguars crushing the Jets (48–20) with Trevor Lawrence lighting it up.
• Chargers over Chiefs as Kansas City’s season collapses and Mahomes goes down, with Rich nailing another lone wolf.
• Texans rolling the Cardinals (40–20) and a discussion on whether Houston is a real threat or just smoke and mirrors.
• Bears dominating the Browns (31–3) as Chicago keeps surprising.
• Commanders over Giants (29–21) with Rich lone-wolfing Washington and a Giants-focused breakdown on how they’re handling Jackson Dart.
• Eagles blanking the Raiders (31–0), followed by a classic “it’s the Raiders” reality check.
• Seahawks edging the Colts (18–16) and the ongoing debate about whether Seattle’s formula is sustainable when “Bad Darnold” eventually shows up.
• Broncos beating the Packers (34–26) as Denver continues to look like the real deal.
• 49ers handling the Titans (37–24) and the NFC West shaping up as a playoff gauntlet.
• Saints slipping past the Panthers (20–17) and skepticism about the NFC South ceiling.
• Rams outgunning the Lions (41–34) with the crew split on whether Detroit is in trouble and whether the Rams are still the class of the NFC.
• Vikings over Cowboys (34–26) as Dallas moves the ball but can’t finish drives, and even reliable kicking goes sideways.

The episode closes with Fox Brothers Alarms, the quiet inbox, and the usual mix of sharp takes, running jokes, and “how did that game get away from them?” moments.

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