Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler Tank Time in Miami? Trade Puka? Who Understands Curling?
10 snips
Feb 17, 2026 
Conor Orr, national NFL reporter and roster analyst, joins to unpack Miami’s recent cuts and whether the team should tank 2026. Short takes on trade rumors around Puka and Tua, the NFL’s win over the NFLPA on report cards, a wild Scott Zolak Super Bowl meltdown, QB roster and draft chatter, and a surprise detour into Myles Garrett, Olympics moments, and curling confusion.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Puka Could Become A Long-Term Problem
- Dan argues Puka Nacua's off-field behavior could force the Rams to consider trading him once Matthew Stafford retires or declines.
- He warns paying a wide receiver like a quarterback creates a risky long-term subplot for the franchise.
Dolphins Seem Poised To Tank 2026
- The Dolphins cut several veterans and cleared about $56 million in cap space under Jeff Halley’s new regime.
- Dan and Marc see Miami as a likely 2026 tank candidate depending on free-agency moves and Tua's unresolved contract.
Owners Pushed To Bury Player Report Cards
- The NFL won a grievance to block public release of player report cards collected by the NFLPA.
- Hosts note owners hate public critique because it forces facility and service upgrades that cost money.
