Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler THE END AROUND: J.J. McCarthy’s Award, Coach Quotes, TNF Preview & MORE!
Sep 11, 2025
Join the hosts as they dive into thrilling NFL moments and updates. A disgruntled Ravens fan kicks off a humorous rant, while Jalen Carter avoids suspension amid player conduct scrutiny. They discuss George Kittle's injury, spotlight J.J. McCarthy's rising star, and reflect on coaching blunders, including Belichick's legacy. Excitement builds for the Thursday night showdown between the Commanders and Packers, mixed with light-hearted anecdotes about parenting decisions and the quirks of QB personalities.
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Kelce Owns Up To Play That Injured Teammate
- Travis Kelce took responsibility for the collision that injured Xavier Worthy on his New Heights podcast.
- Kelce admitted he should have been better and blamed himself for running into his teammate.
Award Highlights Narrative Influence
- JJ McCarthy won NFC Offensive Player of the Week after his comeback start despite subpar advanced metrics (29th in drop-back EPA).
- The hosts flagged the award as narrative-driven and possibly influenced by league storytelling.
Empower Staff To Prevent Rule Mistakes
- Coaches must understand kickoff rule nuances to avoid catastrophic clock/possession mistakes late in games.
- Head coaches should empower trusted staff on the headset to correct rule misunderstandings in real time.