What the sports shows argued about today, and who took which side.

LSU listed starting quarterback Sam Leavitt as doubtful for Saturday's game at Ole Miss, prompting skepticism from Ole Miss staff and debate over whether Lane Kiffin is using gamesmanship. Ole Miss faces an obligation to ensure Kiffin's safety during his return, citing past incidents where he was hit with golf balls and mustard bottles at Tennessee. The rivalry's animosity has raised concerns about fan behavior and the sincerity of injury reports.

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Joe Burrow is dealing with lower back pain after Sunday's win but says he will play against the Texans unless he needs surgery. The Bengals' improved offensive line protected him well last week, but Burrow was limited in practice, raising concerns about his readiness against a humiliated Texans defense that will rush aggressively.

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The Bears scored 59 points against Carolina but face Minnesota's Brian Flores, whose blitz-heavy scheme could exploit Chicago's suspect secondary. The defense gave up too many yards and missed tackles, and analysts agree it must improve for Chicago to be a serious contender, while the offense's explosive running game and Caleb Williams' MVP potential draw praise.

Multiple voices agree the Bears' defense must improve for the team to be a serious contender, noting it gave up too many yards and missed tackles. Mina Kimes and Louis Riddick point to the secondary's vulnerability and lack of pass rush, while Stephen A. Smith believes the defense will be at best average. Booger McFarland expects Flores to blitz heavily, advising Chicago to prepare for pressure.

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Titans defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons said the Titans need to make Jalen Hurts be a pocket quarterback and stop his runs. Louis Riddick calls the comments out of bounds, citing Hurts' improved pocket passing last week. Mina Kimes agrees the pocket-passing critique is wrong statistically but notes Simmons has a point about limiting Hurts' scrambles because the Eagles' run game remains flawed. Stephen A. Smith argues Simmons is chirping because Landon Dickerson is injured and points to past teammate criticism of Hurts.

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Deshaun Watson said the media expects him to throw 400 yards and five touchdowns every week. Mina Kimes responds that expectations come from his fully guaranteed $230 million contract, not the media, and his play is driving the narrative. Stephen A. Smith calls Watson's complaints stupid, arguing he should embrace football conversations to avoid scrutiny of his off-field issues.

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Josh Allen is playing on easy mode, citing his dual-threat stats and the Bills' perfect offensive performance in their new stadium. The Lions' defense was overmatched due to short rest and injuries, and Detroit's conservative play-calling drew criticism. Tom Pelissero asserts Allen is the best player in the league, with a unique combination of running and passing threat that makes him a one-man show.

Multiple voices agree Josh Allen is the best player in the league, citing his dual-threat stats and historic early-season performance. PFT Commenter and Big Cat note the Bills' offense looked incredible, while Tom Pelissero highlights Allen's tenth career game with two rushing and two passing touchdowns and his league-leading fantasy output. The Bills' strategy under Joe Brady is to outscore opponents by keeping the offense on the field, accepting defensive vulnerabilities.

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