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Bill Barnwell joins the show to kick off Divisional Round coverage with previews and picks for every matchup. The conversation breaks down key storylines, matchup advantages, and which teams are built for a postseason run. (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! 0:30) Divisional Round Preview (1:20) Bills @ Broncos Preview (24:25) 49ers @ Seahawks Preview (39:20) Texans @ Patriots Preview (57:25) Rams @ Bears Preview (1:14:02) See You Next Time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast with a look back at the 9-year-anniversary of the Los Angeles Rams hiring of Sean McVay and what that decision meant for the franchise and how swinging the bat on a homerun hire can change an organization forever. Peter uses the McVay hire to detail the rising stars of this coaching cycle--Nathan Scheelhaase, Klint Kubiak, Chris Shula, and Jaguars offensive wunderkind Grant Udinski. Then, just 48 hours after his Jaguars being eliminated from the 2025 playoffs, Liam Coen does a rare "exit interview" with Peter, reflecting and recapping the season and journey that was. Coen sits with Peter for an all-encompassing deep dive and appreciation on the season that was. Peter and Liam talk about hiring a staff, building a culture, facing Hall of Fame coaches, Trevor Lawrence, coaching philosophies, Baker Mayfield, and so much more. Jaguars fans have a real one. Coen is open, honest, and vulnerable in this rare conversation so soon after playoff elimination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina and Domonique Foxworth break down every single game, from the biggest statements to the most head-scratching moments, and what it all means as the NFL playoffs roll on. Plus, they react to the shocking news of Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons, unpacking his legacy, impact on the franchise, and what’s next for Pittsburgh. (0:00) Welcome (0:15) Wild Card Recap  (0:35) Texans Dominate Steelers 30-6 (15:35) Patriots Cruise Past Chargers 16-3 (24:00) Chargers Fire Oc Greg Roman After Loss To Patriots  (28:33) 49ers Upset Eagles 23-19 In Philadelphia (36:08) Bills Outlast Jaguars 27-24 (47:15) Bears Come Back, Beat Packers 31-27 (55:55) Mike Tomlin Steps Down After 19-Season Run In Pittsburgh (1:01:30) Rams Top Panthers 34-31 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark gives his immediate reaction to the news that Mike Tomlin is out in Pittsburgh after 19 years. What might be next for Tomlin and why even some teams that have head coaches should be in the market for him. Then Kevin is joined by Titans First Team All-Pro Jeffery Simmons to discuss what the Titans have to look forward to following a rough season. Jeff shares what he saw from Cam Ward in year one, and why he believes there's reason for optimism for him in year 2.  Jeff gives insight into what makes the remaining playoff teams uniquely tough. Jeff shares what he saw from the Rams early in the season, reluctantly gives praise to the division rival Texans defense, and why 49ers LT Trent Williams is so tough to go against. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wild Card Weekend Day 2 delivered fantastic drama and Kevin Clark breaks it all down. Through just four games, this postseason has already featured more fourth-quarter lead changes than any playoff run in NFL history, and it’s exposing something bigger: real parity is back. The era of one or two juggernauts cruising through January is over. In this episode: Why the NFL’s elite quarterbacks no longer guarantee dominance The uncomfortable conversation around Justin Herbert and why he gets treated differently How the NFC West turned into the old SEC West, and why fading the 49ers might be a mistake Kyle Shanahan’s best coaching job yet amid a brutal injury season The Eagles’ troubling vibes, A.J. Brown disappearing acts, and why Big Dom might be the most important man on the sideline Josh Allen reminding everyone he’s the best player on the planet What the Jaguars got wrong, and why “young team, they’ll be back” is a dangerous lie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wild Card Weekend Day 1 is in the books, and Kevin Clark breaks down a stunning slate of playoff football. The Bears flip decades of trauma on the Packers in one of the most shocking collapses in recent rivalry history. From clock management failures to emotional play-calling, what does this loss mean for Matt LaFleur’s future in Green Bay, and where could he land next? Plus: Why Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson just changed the Bears–Packers dynamic for good How a few missed kicks may have altered the next decade of NFL franchises The Rams survive the Panthers — but did we just see their ceiling? What Matthew Stafford’s finger injury means for the rest of the NFC Bryce Young’s future, Carolina’s brutal loss, and why “moral victories” don’t exist Kevin’s NFC contender tiers heading into the rest of the playoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ron Rivera to discuss his role as Cal's general manager and the chaos that the transfer portal brings this time of year. Ron highlights the coaches in the NFL that he loves to watch and relives some of the battles with Sean Payton. Plus, why Ron thinks Cam Newton deserves more respect for what he accomplished during his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Solak joins the show to break down and pick every Wild Card game, with the key matchups that matter most. Plus, reaction to the John Harbaugh firing and Baltimore’s next coaching search. (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! (1:30) Ravens Fire John Harbaugh After 18 Seasons (11:40) Who should the Ravens hire next? (15:40) Rams @ Panthers Preview (27:18) Packers @ Bears Preview (44:30) Bills @ Jaguars Preview (1:03:10) 49ers @ Eagles Preview (1:22:45) Chargers @ Patriots Preview (1:37:42) Texans @ Steelers Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter begins the episode with a reaction to the news out of Washington, that offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury would be moving on after a "mutual parting of ways,” and uses that as a springboard to analyze and dissect just how crazy the NFL can be. Year to year, things turn over, and the success of one season can play no role in security and comfort heading into the one after that. From Washington to Atlanta to Cleveland to Arizona to New York to Tennessee to Las Vegas, Peter touches on all the various openings, rumors, and thoughts swirling around the league. Greg Olsen joins the show and is fantastic. They talk Panthers, coaching middle school football with Jonathan Stewart and Luke Kuechly, and then get into a lengthy discussion on whether Greg could see himself in the front office of an NFL organization. Lastly, they discuss the current Miami team, what it means to be a Cane, and Greg's plans for the CFP semifinal game versus Ole Miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to rank EVERY team in the playoff field: Seahawks, Rams, Jaguars, Bills, Eagles, Chargers, Steelers, Texans, Packers, Bears, Broncos, Patriots, Panthers and 49ers. Plus, a special appearance from Marcus Spears to grade our rankings! Breaking down who we trust most, who has real Super Bowl upside, and who feels like a first-round exit waiting to happen. We look at how each contender is actually playing right now, not just their record, and what the matchups tell us as the postseason approaches.  Do you agree with our rankings? Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny 0:25 Power Ranking EVERY Playoff Team 2:23 #1: Jacksonville Jaguars 7:45 #2: Los Angeles Rams 11:05 #3: Seattle Seahawks | #4: Houston Texans 16:50 #5: Denver Broncos 21:00 #6: Buffalo Bills 24:20 #7: Philadelphia Eagles 28:05 #8: New England Patriots 29:30 #9: Green Bay Packers 32:55 #10: San Francisco 49ers 34:15 #11: Chicago Bears 35:15 #12: Los Angeles Chargers 38:00 #13: Carolina Panthers | #14: Pittsburgh Steelers 40:45 Marcus Spears grades our Power Rankings 45:20 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices