About this episode
Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers talk NFL Sunday recap and much more. Munaf Manji (0:14–1:03) opens with energy as he and Mackenzie Rivers recap NFL Week 6, focusing on the Kansas City Chiefs’ 30–17 win over the Detroit Lions. Patrick Mahomes completes 22 of 30 passes for 257 yards and three touchdowns with an 81.4 QBR, while Travis Kelce leads with six receptions for 78 yards. The Chiefs’ defense dominates late, holding Jared Goff (23 of 29, 203 yards, two touchdowns) and the Lions’ injury-depleted secondary in check. Munaf notes Kansas City’s bounce back to 3–3 and the AFC West’s competitiveness. Mackenzie Rivers (3:19–4:57) praises the Chiefs’ return to form, emphasizing Mahomes’ 15–4 playoff record and calling Kansas City and Buffalo the AFC’s only true Super Bowl threats. He breaks down key performances—30 points scored, 17 allowed—and labels the Chiefs “still the team to beat.” Munaf (4:58–5:57) adds that suspended receiver Rashee Rice’s return will expand Kansas City’s options beyond Kelce, citing productive depth from Hollywood Brown and Xavier Worthy. Mackenzie (5:57–6:29) highlights AFC betting odds: Bills +240, Chiefs +400, Colts surprisingly third at +750. Munaf (6:30–7:39) shifts focus to Detroit, praising the Chiefs’ defensive front for decisive late stops and predicting the Lions will rebound once healthy. Mackenzie (7:40–8:53) breaks down NFC odds—Lions and Packers +425, Eagles +650—and questions if Jared Goff can lead from behind in playoff situations. Munaf (8:53–10:20) agrees Kelce’s dominance has dipped, noting rising stars like Brock Bowers and Trey McBride. Their humor keeps tone light before Munaf (10:26–11:33) reviews Circa Survivor outcomes, where most top picks advance. Mackenzie (11:41–12:15) slams the Broncos’ London win as “one of the worst performances” and declares Justin Fields’ future bleak. Rivers (12:39–13:44) identifies Week 7 market movers: Carolina Panthers upgraded to pick’em after strong showings; Steelers and Colts also improve. Munaf (13:44–16:03) highlights Carolina’s Rico Dowdle rushing for 183 yards and 56 receiving, calling it a franchise-record revenge game, while Pittsburgh rises to 4–1 to lead the AFC North. Mackenzie (16:04–16:40) details division odds—Steelers –175, Ravens +175, Bengals 20–1—and sees value on Pittsburgh. Munaf (17:15–18:16) outlines Baltimore’s injuries and offensive decline in a 17–3 loss. Mackenzie (18:30–20:02) declares the 49ers the biggest downgrade after Fred Warner’s season-ending injury, weakening their elite defense. Munaf (20:03–21:05) echoes that it’s “bad luck,” then transitions to Monday night previews. Rivers (22:59–24:27) breaks down Bills vs. Falcons, siding with Buffalo –4.5 and Josh Allen over rushing yards, calling it “a one-man show.” Munaf (24:29–27:40) agrees, expecting a bounce-back and suggesting Bills team total over. Mackenzie (27:42–28:20) leans under based on Sean McDermott’s defensive record after losses. They next assess Bears vs. Commanders. Rivers (31:12–32:50) favors Washington –5.5, praising Jayden Daniels’ improvement but noting the franchise’s poor home record. Munaf (32:51–34:37) attacks Chicago’s run defense allowing 141 yards per game, backing Commanders RB Jaquori Croskey-Merritt over 67.5 rushing yards. Both discuss a Bills–Commanders Moneyline parlay at +111 odds. Rivers’ best bet (37:08–38:58) is Bills –3.5, while Munaf doubles down on Croskey-Merritt’s prop and fading the Bears’ defense. They close (39:06–41:45) discussing Monday doubleheaders, teasing NBA season coverage, and promoting the Pregame.com FALL10 code. The recap ends with optimism—two analysts in midseason form blending data, odds, and insight into every matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices