The Harsh Reality Of Odell Beckham’s Return To The Giants | Ram's Mistake With Aaron Donald Signing

Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest storylines across the NFL, including Aaron Donald officially coming out of retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams, why his return could potentially backfire, and whether the Rams should now be considered the clear Super Bowl favorites. Cris explains why age, depth, health, and the pressure to win immediately could become major factors for a team going all-in on a championship.

The conversation then turns to Odell Beckham Jr. officially making the Giants’ 53-man roster and what fans should realistically expect from him in his return to New York. Cris explains why Odell’s role has changed dramatically from his first stint with the Giants, why there are multiple receivers ahead of him on the depth chart, and whether he’ll even remain with the team for the entire season.

The episode also dives into the Steelers’ surprising decision to carry four quarterbacks, whether Aaron Rodgers can lead Pittsburgh this season, and why the Steelers’ future starting quarterback may still be playing college football. Cris and Shawn also react to the NFL officially eliminating the Pro Bowl game and debate whether other professional sports leagues could eventually follow.

Later, Cris and Shawn discuss whether NFL owners should be held to the same personal conduct standards as players before diving into one of the wildest football stories of the year: a man accused of posing as a San Francisco 49ers player and allegedly scamming women out of more than $1 million. Cris explains how someone could pull off a scheme like this in the modern era and why pretending to be an NFL player may be easier than people realize.

The conversation then returns to the Browns’ controversial quarterback situation, with Cris explaining why Deshaun Watson is starting over Shedeur Sanders, how Cleveland’s fanbase could impact the decision, and why he still believes Shedeur could take over before the season gets very far. Cris and Shawn also break down the growing controversy over former professional players returning to college football and why NIL money has completely changed the decision between staying in college and turning pro.

The episode wraps with Cris picking the Bengals to win the AFC North, naming Nick Foles as the greatest backup quarterback for a single season, revealing why Seattle has the greatest home-field advantage in football, and making his Super Bowl prediction. Cris has the Rams facing Cincinnati and winning it all, while Shawn predicts Seattle will repeat as Super Bowl champions.

WHAT WE COVER THIS EPISODE

00:00 Welcome to Fully Loaded Episode 115

03:29 Aaron Donald Officially Returns To The Rams

07:22 Odell Beckham Jr. Makes The 53 Man Roster

10:21 Why The Steelers Are Keeping Four Quarterbacks

12:23 The NFL Officially Ends The Pro Bowl