The Ringer NFL Draft Show Week 11 Recap: The Ugly Eagles, Darnit Darnold, J.J. McCantThrow, Spitgate Pt. 2, and Macaulay Culkin’s Pizza Band
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Nov 17, 2025 The hosts dive deep into the Week 11 NFL drama, starting with the controversial calls in the Eagles-Lions game. They dissect Sam Darnold’s costly interceptions and explore the Broncos' surprising upset over the Chiefs. From Josh Allen's historic six-touchdown performance to Bryce Young's resurgence, the discussion is lively. Humor is sprinkled in with segments like 'Fart or Shart' and 'Intrusive Thoughts,' where the guys share bizarre football musings and cultural references, including a nod to Macaulay Culkin's Pizza Underground.
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Account For Darnold's Turnover Risk
- Do not ignore Sam Darnold's turnover profile when rostering: his turnover frequency remains a chronic risk.
- Start Darnold only in matchups that mitigate pressure and turnover likelihood.
Darnold's Turnovers Nearly Overcome By Defense
- Sam Darnold threw four interceptions yet Seattle nearly beat the Rams because their defense kept the team alive.
- Hosts point out Darnold's physical talent but recurring short-circuiting under pressure.
Broncos Defense Shifts AFC Landscape
- The Broncos' defense surged and Denver now wins many one-score games while the Chiefs' late-game invincibility has faded.
- That shift reshapes AFC standings and Mahomes' perceived invulnerability.