Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Guests Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar, both NFL writers for The Athletic, bring their expertise to dive deep into the Week 9 matchups. They analyze the thrilling Colts vs. Vikings and Buccaneers vs. Chiefs games, while emphasizing DK Metcalf's potential impact on the Seahawks. The conversation also highlights crucial matchups like the Dolphins vs. Bills, discussing playoff implications. With playful banter and fearless predictions, they keep the energy high as they unpack the chaotic landscape of the NFL this season.

The discussion kicks off with Joe Flacco stepping in as the Colts' quarterback, sparking analysis on the pressures faced by young players. Next, the hosts hilariously debate which NFL teams are officially ‘forked’ and have their seasons declared over, including the Panthers and Jaguars. They also share a mix of nostalgia and humor while dissecting the Dallas Cowboys' struggles. Finally, excitement brews as they preview the upcoming Thursday Night Football showdown between the Texans and Jets, reflecting on the ups and downs of each team's season.

That's a wrap on Week 8! Marc Sessler is joined by Josh Norris to recap the Monday Night Football matchup between the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers (1:19). After the break, we hit some news items: the Chiefs have acquired defensive end Josh Uche from the Patriots for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick (20:00), Colts head coach Shane Steichen had some interesting comments about the quarterback position on Monday (23:57), and we run through some injury updates (28:32) before signing off.Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecallStart playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-callJoin the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap EVERY game from the Week 8 Sunday slate, with some help from Gravedigger. The miracle play of the season, a new quarterback in Cleveland, National Tight Ends Day, and MORE! We start with the game of the day in Bears at Commanders (1:51) before moving to Ravens at Bengals (12:17), Packers at Jaguars (20:33), Eagles at Bengals (29:49), Cardinals at Dolphins (36:49), Falcons at Buccaneers (42:16), Colts at Texans (51:03), Chiefs at Raiders (1:00:41), Bills at Seahawks (1:07:05), Jets at Patriots (1:12:53), Titans at Lions (1:24:32), Panthers at Broncos (1:30:54), Saints at Chargers (1:37:36), and finally, Cowboys at 49ers (1:41:05).Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecallStart playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-callJoin the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpodControl Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code HTC at shopmando.com! #mandopodTry VIIA! https://bit.ly/viiahtc and use code HTC! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J.B. Long, the voice of the Los Angeles Rams, joins the discussion, offering insights into the team's performance and their playoff potential. The conversation dives into the controversial facemask call that may have changed the game's outcome. They also address the impact of Vikings LT Christian Darrisaw's knee injury on the unfolding season. With humor, the hosts explore fantasy football frustrations and share a clever strategy idea that could shift game dynamics. Tune in for a blend of analysis and spirited banter!

Jourdan Rodrigue, an NFL writer for The Athletic, and Michael-Shawn Dugar, known for his Seahawks coverage, join to preview the thrilling matchups of Week 8. They dive into the heated rivalry between the Cowboys and 49ers, analyzing pivotal player performances and coaching strategies. The duo also discusses key injuries affecting the Bears and Commanders, offers insights on the Bengals and Eagles, and shares bold predictions, all while sprinkling in some humor about jury duty and personal anecdotes.

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler & Conor Orr are turning the page to Week 8! First up, it's "Teams We're Not Ready To Give Up On," with each of the heroes giving the down-bad team they believe can turn it around (4:14). Then, The Athletic's Andrew Marchand joins the show to discuss The Brady Rules (22:53) and react to the HTC Broadcast Booth Power Rankings (33:29). Finally, we preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Rams (54:49).Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecallStart playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-callSubscribe to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpodControl Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code HTC at shopmando.com! #mandopod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 7 is in the books! Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back to recap the two Monday Night Football games, starting with the Ravens heading to Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers (1:45). Then, we cover the Chargers trip to Arizona for a matchup with the Cardinals (14:35). After the break, Dan takes a moment to stand on his soapbox (29:54) and we hit some news items: Tua Tagovailoa is expected to return in Week 8 (37:01)), Jayden Daniels' status is up in the air (39:53), and the 49ers are dealing with another massive injury (42:40). After that, we're surprised by a special guest (48:31), and we round back to one last news item on Jameson Williams' suspension (57:37) before signing off.Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecallStart playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-callJoin the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpodTry VIIA! https://bit.ly/viiahtc and use code HTC! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conor Orr, a Senior writer for Sports Illustrated known for his incisive NFL analysis, joins the hosts to dissect the chaos of Week 7. The conversation kicks off with the shocking fall of one of the last undefeated teams, followed by an MVP-worthy performance from Jared Goff. They explore Deshaun Watson's likely season-ending injury and its ramifications for the Browns. Orr also breaks down the standout games, highlighting the Seahawks' dominance and the emotional turmoil among NFL fans, particularly those in Cleveland.

Joining the conversation is James Palmer, an Underdog Fantasy host known for his keen sports analysis. The discussion kicks off with a deep dive into the rookie QB battle between Denver's Bo Nix and New Orleans' Spencer Rattler, revealing insights into their performances. They tackle the Saints' struggles and potential rebuilds, before shifting to the Broncos’ dismal offense and Vance Joseph’s uncertain future as Defensive Coordinator. A fun detour into Pulp Fiction casting choices connects the worlds of film and football in unexpected ways.