On Kryptonite and Kickoffs, hosts Jake and Jim smash together the worlds of the NFL and comic book culture—debating football storylines like they’re superhero arcs, comparing NFL stars to Marvel and DC legends, and diving into the latest shows, movies, and pop-culture moments along the way. Whether we’re asking which quarterback has Batman-level prep skills or breaking down the biggest NFL headlines, every episode brings big opinions, fun debates, and nerd-level passion. If football and fandom are your kryptonite… welcome home.
In this episode host Jake and Jim react to weeks 3&4 of the NFL season. They discuss what has surprised them the most and react to both the surprise wins and under performing teams. They then dive into some personal stories as they discuss their lives and the one true hero. They finish things up with a debate on which hero would fair better if Batman had to face Green Goblin or if SpiderMan had to face Joker. Enjoy and don't forget to follow!
25 Sept 2026
NFL Week 1&2 Reactions and Deeper Dive into Green Lantern
In this episode hosts Jake and Jim breakdown weeks 1&2 of the NFL season. They discuss their biggest surprises that happend, Injuries, and revisit their picks for division winners. They also update their on going best NFC and AFC team. They then shift focus back to the Green Lantern Corps. They discuss the Green Lantern characters and discuss the Lanterns as a whole. They also discuss the different color Lanterns and their meanings as well as reflect on which color they feel would chose them. As always don't for get to follow the show!
11 Sept 2026
NFL Kickoff and the Green Lanterns
In this episode hosts Jake and Jim discuss the opening of the NFL season and breakdown the Patriots vs Seahawks as they watch it. They also discuss the upcoming week 1 slate of games and make picks on who will be the division winners this year. They then shift gears and discuss the Green Lantern and our thoughts on the current show and the past movie on the character.
27 Aug 2026
Preseason, Marvel Mutants, and the real Thunderbolts/New Avengers
In this episode hosts Jake and Jim discuss NFL preseason storylines and breakdown position battles and grade how some of the rookies have done so far in preseason action. They then shift to discuss Marvel mutants and which side they would chose between Magneto and Professor X. They then present the real Thunderbolts based on the comics and the real New Avengers. Enjoy! and as always dont forget to follow!
6 Aug 2026
Training Camp and MCU Villains
In this episode Big Jake and Jim kick things off with a dive into some of the NFL training camp storylines. They talk contract signings and players who have not been extended. They talk position battles and look ahead to the NFL hall of fame game. Then they shift gears from the NFL field to the MCU. They examine the villains that the MCU has used so far and compare their movie adaptations against their original comic book roots. From Kang, Dr. Doom, and Hydra to the street level villains, when it comes to grading the MCU's page-to-screen villain translation Jake and Jim have you covered.
22 Jul 2026
Quarterbacks and The X-men
In this episode hosts Big Jake and Jim discuss the Quarterbacks around the league. They dive into the new season of Quarterback on Netflix as well as discuss some of the Quarterbacks they think re overrated and underrated. Does a team need a superstar QB to win in the playoffs and win a Superbowl? We answer that question.
We then shift into the X-men universe. We discuss what we have liked about the X-men so far and what we have disliked. We also discuss what we'd like to see moving forward with the X-men in the overall MCU. Don't forget to follow the show here on Spotify and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
10 Jul 2026
Offseason Fun and The SpiderVerse
In this episode hosts Jake and Jim discuss multiple NFL Offseason topics. They continue with the NFL crime issues, dive into some minicamp storylines, discuss the top 100 list so far, and due some deep dives into Buccaneers QBs. They then shift from NFL to Marvel as then discuss alll things Siderman. From who their favorite Spiderman was to their opinions on Tom Holland's current Spiderman and its direction. Jump on in and check it out! and don't forget to follow the show here on Spotify!
18 Jun 2026
The NFL's Crime Problem + Where Marvel Went Wrong
This episode, we are tackling two massive industries that need a reality check. First, we dive into the dark side of The NFL, breaking the league's history with player crime and the ongoing, frustrating lack of accountability from The NFL. Why do these players always seem to get off without punishment rather than fair justice?
Then we shift gears from the gridiron to the multiverse. We're doing a deep-dive breakdown of the MCU, calling out the characters Marvel missed the mark on, and pitching some improvements or fixes we think should happen going forward.
From courtroom drama to comic book fumbles, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Hit play and don't forget to follow the show!
4 Jun 2026
NFL Trade Chaos + The Ultimate Batman Breakdown
In this episode, we are breaking down the absolute madness of the June 1st trades. What does Myles Garrett heading to the Rams mean for the NFC west? Can AJ Brown save the Patriots passing game? We discuss the fallout of both trades.
Then, we're trading the gridiron for Gotham. We take a massive dive into the current state of the Batman Universe. From the latest cinematic shakeups to comic continuity, we ask the real questions: Is the Bat-verse headed the right direction? or will it fall. Don't forget to hit follow!
20 May 2026
Schedule Release and the DCU
The schedule is out, the predictions are in, and the multiverse is fracturing.
This week, we're breaking down the latest NFL signings and overreacting to the official schedule release with our way-too-early division predictions. Then, we're pivoting from the gridiron to Gotham. We tackle the great comic book divide: Zach Snyder's gritty blueprint vs James Gunn's new-look DCU. Can a new coach save a franchise, and can Gunn save the DCU? Tune in to find out!
6 May 2026
From Draft Picks to Power Picks
In this episode Jake and Jim react to the latest NFL Draft- breaking down big winners, surprises, and how their favorite teams stacked up.
Then it's game on: Jake selects his quarterback, tight ends, kicker and punter to complete his Marvel ultimate team, while Jim selects his quarteback, tight ends, kicker and punter to fill his DC ultimate team. Who chose better? You decide in the poll!
22 Apr 2026
Heroes on the Clock
Jake and Jim break down the latest NFL Draft storylines before flipping the script and continue to build their ultimate teams—this episode they put Marvel and DC legends at WR and DB. Who’s the true WR1 of the multiverse? Which hero locks down the league as CB1? But it doesn’t stop there…They take things even further by drafting Marvel icons into the DC universe—and DC powerhouses into Marvel—debating who fits, who flops, and who completely changes the game. Football meets fandom in the most chaotic draft you’ve ever heard. Hit play and enter the multiverse of matchups.
8 Apr 2026
Roster Building and Rooftop Justice
Jim and Jake talk further NFL signings and posible trades. They also discuss the upcoming draft and some of the QB prospects and where they might end up. Jim and Jake also face of in round 2 of the Ultimate Team build of. They select they're running back, full back and linebackers from Marvel and DC characters. They finally discuss some of the "street level" heroes that they feel deserve more of a spotlight in either the Marvel or DC universe.
25 Mar 2026
Free Agency and Ultimate Teams
Free agency choas meets superhero supremacy.
This episode we break down NFL free agency moves and big trades that changed up the league- who's winning, who's rebuilding, and who's making strange decisions.
The main battle begins when Jake and Jim go head-to-head and begin their ultimate team-building show down. They star in the trenches of offensive and deffensive lines. Jake drafts Marvel characters to go up against Jim's DC characters. Who has the better lines? You Decide!
11 Mar 2026
Coaching Chaos
We discuss the coaching shuffle in the NFL and who we think will succeed and who we think will fail. We also discuss which Marvel and DC heroes would be a good fit to rebuild some of the teams who have hired new coaches.
25 Feb 2026
Superbowl, Superbowl snacks, and Super Powers
Two best friends discuss the superbowl and the teams involved. Also discuss the superbowl half time show and superbowl snacks. We also discuss comic book heros related to the cities involved in the superbowl as well as discussing some Marvel shows and our opinions on them.
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