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Hour 2: How will Aaron Rodgers be Viewed if the Steelers Miss the Playoffs?
Briefed in the Sports Talk edition of Wednesday, 09 September 2026
What was discussed
Chris Canty's top five NFL teams2:45
- Chris Cantyassertion
The Houston Texans, Rams, Chiefs, Broncos, and Seahawks are the top five teams, citing the Texans' defense and the Broncos' quarterback.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
The list is trash; the Rams should be number one, and the Chiefs and Texans should be replaced by the Bills and Cowboys.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive scheme concerns7:46
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
The Eagles' new run scheme is a concern because it requires the offensive line to move more than they are accustomed to.
- Chris Cantyspeculation
If the Eagles implement motion and movement effectively, they could be very dangerous, especially if they establish the run to open up play action.
Aaron Rodgers' legacy if Steelers miss playoffs11:56
- Chris Cantyassertion
If the Steelers miss the playoffs, it will leave a big question mark on Rodgers' legacy, as he only went to one Super Bowl and has been average since leaving Green Bay.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
Rodgers' lack of Super Bowl appearances hurts his all-time standing, but he was in bad situations with the Jets and Steelers, and the Jets' dysfunction and Steelers' defensive struggles last year contributed.
SEC files amendment to expel LSU from league20:41
- Pete Thamelclip
The SEC filed an amendment to its federal lawsuit against LSU, seeking the authority to expel LSU from the league.
- Chris Cantyassertion
The SEC is not playing around and is using financial leverage to scare LSU straight.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
The SEC is bringing out all the stops to enforce rules, but the NCAA's dereliction of duty created this chaos.
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