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Peter Schrager Talking NFL, Giants Running Back Cam Skattebo, NFL Season Long Picks + Super Bowl Winners
Briefed in the Sports Talk edition of Wednesday, 09 September 2026
What was discussed
2026 NFL season preview picks15:41
- Memesopinion
Jets win AFC East, Jaguars win AFC South, Broncos win AFC West, Bengals win AFC North; Bills, Ravens, Texans are wild cards; Bengals beat Rams in Super Bowl; Joe Burrow and Will Anderson are co-MVPs; Drake May is least improved; Kirk Cousins is least valuable player.
- Maxopinion
Chiefs win AFC East, Jets win AFC North, Texans win AFC South, Bengals win AFC West; Chargers, Texans, Broncos are wild cards; Eagles beat Chargers in Super Bowl; Jalen Hurts is MVP; Kyler Murray is LVP; Jordan Love is least improved.
- Zachopinion
Jets, Chiefs, Texans, Bengals win AFC divisions; Steelers, Bills, Ravens are wild cards; Cowboys, Lions, Rams, Bucks win NFC divisions; Eagles, Vikings, Saints are wild cards; Bengals beat Lions in Super Bowl; Joe Burrow is MVP; Bryce Young is least improved; Travis Kelce is LVP.
- Hankopinion
Patriots win AFC East, Steelers win AFC North, Jaguars win AFC South, Chiefs win AFC West; Bengals, Bills, Broncos are wild cards; Bears win NFC North, Falcons win NFC South, Cowboys win NFC East, Rams win NFC West; Seahawks, Eagles, Lions are wild cards; Patriots beat Rams in Super Bowl; Drake May is MVP; Justin Herbert is LVP; Sam Darnold is least improved.
- PFTopinion
Bills, Bengals, Texans, Chargers win AFC divisions; Chiefs, Colts, Broncos are wild cards; Seahawks, Saints, Lions, Commanders win NFC divisions; Bears, Cowboys, Rams are wild cards; Bills beat Lions in Super Bowl; Justin Herbert is MVP; Marcus Mariota is LVP; Trevor Lawrence is least improved.
Peter Schrager's new ESPN show1:04:18
- Peter Schragerassertion
His new ESPN show 'Big Day' will air daily from 2 to 3 PM after McAfee, focusing on fun, low-ego sports conversation with ongoing inside jokes, nostalgia clips from ESPN archives, and breaking the fourth wall with guests.
Rams' Australia game travel strategy1:10:00
- Peter Schragerassertion
Sean McVay's plan is for the Rams to fly to Australia the day of the game, rely on adrenaline, and return immediately to avoid dedicating 10 days to one game and disrupting their schedule for the rest of the season.
- Leon Lackassertion
The Rams' body clocks will likely not change much in one day, and their reaction time and muscle strength peak late afternoon; waking at 4 a.m. Melbourne time mimics a typical late morning home lead-in, while the 49ers' adjusted clocks will force an unusual early start.
Giants' 2026 season outlook1:15:27
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Giants will be very good this year, potentially a double-digit win team, due to a cohesive culture from a 14-day camp, Harbaugh's leadership, Jaxson Dart's legitimacy, and a talented defensive front seven that hasn't yet come together.
Cleveland Browns' 2026 outlook1:18:11
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Browns will be okay this year with 7-8 wins, thanks to two good drafts, a solid defense led by Jared Verse, and Deshaun Watson starting because he outplayed Shedeur Sanders in camp.
Rams vs Seahawks NFC race1:23:00
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Rams will win the NFC and the Super Bowl, but their lack of QB depth behind Stafford is a major concern; Aaron Donald's return and defensive talent make them the favorite despite the Seahawks' quiet strength.
Ravens' coaching changes and Super Bowl chances1:25:44
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Ravens will win the AFC and reach the Super Bowl because their talent and hunger, combined with fresh coaching voices like Jesse Minter and Declan Doyle, will help them overcome past hurdles.
Bengals' playoff chances and organizational loyalty1:29:52
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Bengals will make the playoffs because they have 11 returning offensive starters, added key defenders, and have a loyal ownership structure that won't tear down the team despite a make-or-break year for Burrow and Taylor.
Eagles' offensive coordinator uncertainty1:31:58
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Eagles' offense is a question mark under first-time play-caller Sean Mannion, especially after interviewing 17 coordinators and losing AJ Brown, and he is curious if the new system can succeed.
Chiefs' 2026 roster and Mahomes' health1:33:48
- Peter Schrageropinion
The Chiefs' defense was gutted and rebuilt with rookies, and while Mahomes' health is reportedly fine, Schrager doubts the roster is built for a Super Bowl run and leans toward a wild card finish.
Tyreek Hill's potential return to Chiefs1:36:12
- Peter Schragerspeculation
A Tyreek Hill return to the Chiefs is possible if he's healthy and the team has a need, as the organization never spoke ill of him and values their history, and he wouldn't close the door on a reunion.
NFL draft lottery proposal1:40:54
- Peter Schrageropinion
He would institute an NFL draft lottery to eliminate tanking and create a major TV event, held in Vegas between the conference championships and Super Bowl to engage fans and add excitement.
International games and NFL expansion risks1:44:07
- Peter Schrageropinion
The NFL's international expansion and schedule saturation risk alienating die-hard fans and diluting the Sunday window's value, even though Goodell's incentives push for global growth.
- PFTopinion
Expanding internationally risks neglecting the most valuable die-hard fan base that historically buys tickets and Sunday Ticket, as Goodell prioritizes global growth over domestic fan loyalty.
Cam Skattebo's injury recovery and mindset1:53:20
- Cam Skatteboassertion
His rehab from a severe ankle injury was mentally tough, but his high pain tolerance and love for football's physicality have him excited to return, and he's pushing for a 2,000-yard rushing goal this season.
Skattebo's college career and NFL transition1:55:24
- Cam Skatteboassertion
He never doubted his football career despite being a zero-star recruit, took the JUCO route to Sac State, and later transferred to Arizona State where his physical running style and Peach Bowl performance made him a cult figure.
Skattebo's relationship with teammates and coaches2:10:05
- Cam Skatteboassertion
He checked on Jaxson Dart in the blue tent after a head injury out of genuine concern, got yelled at by the NFL for it, and maintains a close, competitive relationship with Dart and a respectful but fiery dynamic with Coach Harbaugh.
Skattebo's fantasy football pitch and gaming habits2:15:40
- Cam Skatteboassertion
He pitches himself for fantasy drafts by citing his 20.2 points-per-game average in seven games last year, and he spends his offseason grinding NBA 2K and playing Apex Legends.
Pardon Your Take listener submissions2:20:27
- Listenerclip
Baker Mayfield signed a three-year extension with the Buccaneers, preventing him from becoming a free agent after this season. If the Bengals miss the playoffs, Joe Burrow will be traded to the Rams, who will give up Ty Simpson and multiple picks to pair him with McVay. The Eagles will realize halfway through the season that Jalen Hurts isn't good enough to return to the Super Bowl and will tank or trade for a top QB pick.
College football holder rule clarification2:23:23
- Listenerclip
In college football, a holder's knee on the ground during a field goal attempt doesn't rule him down, unlike a punter, and the listener has wondered about this for ten years.
- Hostsassertion
NCAA Rule 4-1-3-b explicitly allows the holder to keep a knee on the ground to catch, hold, and place the ball for a kick, making it the only exception where a knee down doesn't count as down.
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