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Hour 1: Are the Bills the Team to Beat in the AFC?
Briefed in the Sports Talk edition of Saturday, 19 September 2026
What was discussed
Bills offense dominance over Lions defense1:50
- Shay Cornettassertion
The Bills unveiled their new Highmark Stadium and Josh Allen totaled five total touchdowns.
- Dan Campbellclip
Josh Allen makes things very difficult if you don't keep him in the pocket and contained.
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
Detroit's defense is struggling big time and gave up 41 points, so Buffalo's performance may be inflated.
- Marcus Spearsopinion
Buffalo has the chance to be the best red zone offense in NFL history and Josh Allen is the best player in football.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
Buffalo's defense makes plays when needed, but the team's playoff success will hinge on late-game execution.
AFC hierarchy and Bills versus Chiefs and Ravens3:16
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
He is not ready to give the Bills the edge over the Ravens or Chiefs, who have revamped and look dominant.
- Marcus Spearsopinion
Baltimore feels like the most complete team in the AFC because its defense looks phenomenal and the offense can be outstanding.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
Historically, prolific offenses succumb to elite defenses, raising questions about Buffalo's defensive susceptibility.
Lions defensive struggles and coordinator adjustments15:36
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
The Lions have given up 71 points, 10 touchdowns, 63 first downs, and 915 yards in two games.
- Marcus Spearsopinion
Kelvin Shepard is calling a defense as if they have elite personnel they don't possess and needs to become aggressive.
- Dan Orlovskyopinion
The Lions' defensive coordinator should either get more aggressive or lock in assignments because the current approach is failing.
- Marcus Spearsassertion
Aaron Glenn's departure as defensive coordinator has negatively affected the Lions' defensive performance.
LSU favored at Ole Miss for Lane Kiffin's return22:39
- Shay Cornettassertion
LSU is a three-point road favorite over Ole Miss, marking the first time since 2019 they are favored on the road against a top-ten team.
- Marcus Spearsopinion
LSU should be favored because their defense has taken a step forward and Lane Kiffin is saving offensive schemes for this game.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
Ole Miss must not get shellacked or it will devastate their recruiting against LSU and Lane Kiffin.
- Dan Orlovskyspeculation
Ole Miss can win due to hatred and spite despite LSU being the more talented team.
Recruiting and program stakes for Ole Miss and LSU26:46
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
If Ole Miss gets blown out, they will never win a recruiting class against LSU again.
- Dan Orlovskyopinion
Ole Miss should be favored because they know LSU's schemes and have hatred driving them.
- Marcus Spearsopinion
Lane Kiffin cannot lose this game or he will look like a joke and face long-term recruiting ramifications.
- Stephen A. Smithspeculation
Lane Kiffin can lose a nail-biter and still have a successful season if LSU makes the playoffs.
Bears point total prediction against Vikings38:10
- Marcus Spearsspeculation
The Bears will score 31 points because Flores's blitzing can backfire against Caleb Williams.
- Stephen A. Smithspeculation
The Bears will score 31 points, but Flores's defense will prevent a blowout like Carolina suffered.
- Shay Cornettspeculation
She predicts the Bears will score 31 points.
- Dan Orlovskyspeculation
Flores will keep Williams in the pocket and Chicago will score 20 to 23 points based on last year's matchups.
Jaguars versus Broncos Week Two outlook40:56
- Marcus Spearsopinion
The Jaguars will dominate because Trevor Lawrence's confidence has changed and they have sustained success.
- Stephen A. Smithassertion
He backs the Jaguars but cautions that Cleveland's Week One opponent was extremely weak.
- Dan Orlovskyassertion
Jacksonville's nine-game regular-season win streak and first-half scoring advantage make them the better bet.
Ravens versus Saints upset potential43:39
- Marcus Spearsopinion
The Ravens should not be on upset alert because Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry will control the game.
- Stephen A. Smithopinion
The Ravens are back and the Saints' late-game success came against a terrible Lions defense, so no upset is likely.
- Shay Cornettassertion
She asks whether the Ravens should be on upset alert against the Saints.
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