Let's Go! with Matthew Stafford, Maxx Crosby, Peter King & Jim Gray Week 25 — The Best of Let's Go! 2025-2026
Feb 17, 2026
Charles Barkley, Hall of Fame basketball legend known for blunt, hilarious takes, joins with Matt Ryan, former NFL MVP turned analyst who shares quarterback insights. They trade candid stories and strong opinions. Conversations span coaching preparation, quarterback mental health, travel logistics, MVP reflections, and reaction to a major Hall of Fame snub.
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New Playoff Structure Changes Mindset
- Expanded college playoffs change how coaches handle loss; a defeat is not always terminal.
- Adopting an NFL week-by-week mindset helps teams peak at the end of the season.
Calling Games Felt Like Playing
- Matt Ryan described calling games as more like playing because you prepare opponent-by-opponent.
- He said studio work made him consume the NFL like a fan and learn many storylines beyond Xs and Os.
Don't Stay Alone In Leadership Pressure
- If you feel alone in a leadership role, reach out to peers who've faced similar pressures.
- Use trusted relationships to avoid getting trapped in negative self-talk and to find perspective.