Episode 358 - Weekend Recap Plus Monday Night Football Preview

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Undefeated Florida State gets left out of the playoff, becoming the first major conference champion to be snubbed.

The episode opens with the host, Edward Outlaw Jr., introducing episode 358 on December 4, 2023. He immediately dives into the College Football Playoff final rankings, noting the controversy of undefeated Florida State being excluded. He argues the selection committee prioritized money and ratings, specifically favoring Alabama from the SEC. He details the semifinal matchups: Washington vs. Texas in the Sugar Bowl and Michigan vs. Alabama in the Rose Bowl. The host lists the New Year's Six bowl games, including Georgia vs. Florida State in the Orange Bowl. He transitions to the NFL, outlining the current playoff pictures in both conferences. He analyzes the 49ers' impressive win over the Eagles, cautioning about showing too much strategy. He critiques the Dolphins' ability to beat top teams and discusses rebuilding needs for the Commanders and Patriots. The host highlights quarterback issues for the Jets and Browns, and questions Mike Tomlin's future with the Steelers. He praises the Packers' win over the Chiefs and Jordan Love's performance. A significant portion is dedicated to criticizing NFL officiating, citing specific missed calls in the 49ers-Eagles and Chiefs-Packers games. The episode concludes with a detailed preview of Monday Night Football between the Jaguars and Bengals. He covers injury reports, key players like Trevor Lawrence and Ja'Marr Chase, and strategic matchups. The host notes the game's playoff implications for both teams. He signs off by teasing episode 359 on Thursday to preview Week 14, including the Cowboys-Eagles game.

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A brisk football review linking playoff controversy, contender questions, and Monday night stakes to what comes next.

Episode 358 treats a Monday football reset as a wider look at playoff pressure across college and pro football. It opens on the final College Football Playoff rankings, with undefeated Florida State left out after Jordan Travis's injury, then moves into Philadelphia's loss to…

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You want a football weekend sorted into playoff outrage, shaky contenders, rebuild smoke, and one last Monday night appointment.

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