Episode 396 - Countdown to Kickoff

RUNDOWN

Time for an '80s music debate before Mitch unloads on the lifeless Mariners. The guys question resting Seahawks starters all preseason, weigh the new owner's Steelers allegiance, and dissect Seattle's big-money extensions.

Rick Neuheisel returns with some ribbing over his Dallas Renegades' 4–6 finish before tackling Week Zero and Bill Belichick's outlook at North Carolina. He favors Julian Sayin among the star quarterbacks, tempers Arch Manning expectations. Uneven Big Ten schedules and the SEC's nine-game grind frame the playoff picture.

Brady Henderson sorts through Seattle's initial 53-man roster and explains why some cuts could return for opening night. The Brady Henderson Index gives Nick Emmanwori a 37% chance to play, while Zach Charbonnet's rehab offers optimism. After assessing the cornerback competition, Brady weighs preseason preservation against potential rust.

After Toronto's sweep, Brady Farkas and Joe assess Seattle's slim playoff path and clash over whether the Mariners lack competitive fire or simply aren't executing. A botched play at the plate fuels the accountability debate before attention turns to Dan Wilson's future, likely roster departures, and Taylor Ward's struggles.

GUESTS

Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion, Head Coach Dallas Renegades (UFL) Brady Henderson | ESPN.com Seahawks Insider Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Mariners Misery, Seahawks Paydays & an '80s Music Debate

27:19 | Rick Neuheisel: Quarterback Hype, Playoff Paths & Notre Dame's Inside Track

52:58 | Brady Henderson: Roster Shakeups, Injury Questions & a Kicking Concern

1:13:41 | Mariners No-Table: Fading Playoff Hopes, Accountability & Offseason Changes