Jalen Hurts' Health Scare Raises BIG Questions Part 1
Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season following a serious blood clot diagnosis. But questions remain about how his medical situation was handled.
In this episode, we break down the latest developments surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, his diagnosis, and the decision to clear him to play against Jacksonville.
With the NFL Players Association calling for an investigation, we discuss player safety, the responsibilities of NFL organizations, and what Hurts' absence means for Philadelphia moving forward.
Then, we hand out our Week 6 Players of the Game, break down the biggest NFL Week 7 matchups, and put our predictions on the record!
FIRST READ: Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Diagnosis — Should He Have Played?
FILM ROOM: NFL Week 7 Key Matchups
- Patriots vs. Bears
- Packers vs. Lions
- Chiefs vs. Seahawks
- Cowboys vs. Eagles
ON THE CLOCK: NFL Week 7 Predictions
LET'S DEBATE!
Should Jalen Hurts have been cleared to play against Jacksonville?
How should the NFL handle situations involving serious player health concerns?
Which team are you picking to win in Week 7?
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Don't miss (Part 2), where we're breaking down the start of the 2026–27 NBA season!
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11 Oct 2026
Lane Johnson Is GONE… Are the Eagles NEXT?
Lane Johnson has retired. What does this mean for the Philadelphia Eagles and their Super Bowl hopes?
On this episode, we react to Lane Johnson’s retirement and discuss how losing one of the NFL’s premier offensive linemen could impact Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia’s offense, and the Eagles’ championship aspirations.
Then, we hand out our Week 4 Players of the Game before putting our panel to the test with Start One, Bench One, Cut One. From quarterbacks to Super Bowl contenders, somebody has to go!
Week 5 Key Matchups, Week 5 Predictions, and more.
4 Oct 2026
Somebody’s Lying to Us at 3–0
Are the Chicago Bears for real? Three weeks into the NFL season, it’s time to figure out which teams we can actually trust.
This week, we react to Chicago’s statement win over Philadelphia and debate whether it’s finally time to buy into the Bears.
Then, we hand out our Week 3 Players of the Game before putting the NFL’s undefeated teams to the test in Real or Fool’s Gold. Which unbeaten team do we trust the most—and which one are we still questioning?
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26 Sept 2026
0-2: Slow Start or Time to PANIC? | NFL Week 3
NFL Week 3 is here, and some teams are already feeling the pressure.
On Episode 3 of Playbook, we break down the latest QB injury fallout, put the NFL’s 0–2 teams on the Panic Meter, preview the biggest Week 3 matchups, and make our Week 3 predictions.
FIRST READ | QB Injury Fallout
PLAYER OF THE GAME | Week 2 Standouts
HUDDLE UP | 0–2 Team Panic Meter
FILM ROOM | Ravens vs. Cowboys, Rams @ Broncos, Eagles @ Bears & Chargers @ Bills
ON THE CLOCK | NFL Week 3 Predictions
FINAL WHISTLE | Closing Thoughts
Which 0–2 team should be the MOST worried heading into Week 3?
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17 Sept 2026
Contenders, Pretenders & Panic Buttons
NFL Week 1 is in the books, and it’s already time to ask some tough questions.
This week on Playbook, we break down the biggest injury fallout, bring out the QB Panic Meter, and decide what’s Real or Fool’s Gold after Week 1. Then, we preview the biggest Week 2 matchups and make our picks across the league.
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9 Sept 2026
Big Deals, Bigger Expectations
The NFL season is officially underway, and there’s plenty to break down. Christian Gonzalez and Baker Mayfield got PAID—but were the big deals worth it? We also set expectations for the league’s new coaching situations, make our picks for every division winner, and put our Week 1 predictions on the record.
New contracts. New coaches. Division races. Week 1.
All you need to know is in the Playbook!
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