About this episode
Mackenzie Rivers and Dane Rivera talk NFL Survivor for Week 2. NFL Week 2 Survivor Picks Recap Mackenzie Rivers (0:14–1:30) opened celebrating Week 1: “Favorites go 12 and four… our selections go three and oh.” He outlined their pool strategies, from consensus picks to sharp alternatives. Dan Rivera (1:30–2:53) avoided heavy betting, warning the Chiefs “might just be average… until they get this wide receiver situation figured out.” Rivers (2:53–7:06) noted scoring dipped because of pace: “10 drives per game would be the lowest since 2002.” He pushed the Ravens, citing a 29–5 straight-up trend for teams rebounding from blown leads. Rivera (7:06–10:48) backed multiple Ravens entries but recalled Buffalo’s shocking 2021 upset as a turnover caution. Both (10:48–18:10) debated Arizona. Rivera doubted Kyler Murray’s consistency, but Rivers cited Carolina’s weak defense and Bryce Young’s struggles. Rivera (18:11–21:50) floated Detroit but questioned Caleb Williams’ NFL readiness. Rivers hesitated: “The Lions just don’t have the muscle memory of being a good team.” On Buffalo (22:59–28:15) Rivera labeled them “buyer beware,” warning of a Jets upset. Dallas & Rams (28:16–37:46) split opinions: Rivera leaned pass, while Rivers praised Dallas’ efficiency. Both agreed the Rams are risky but usable now. Closing (37:46–43:37): Consensus formed: load heavily on Baltimore, sprinkle one on Arizona, and take a contrarian shot with Denver. “Our official official consensus pick is the Baltimore Ravens.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices