RUNDOWN

Mitch and Hotshot Scott kick off Episode 397 by suffering through a painfully dull Apple Cup before looking ahead to Wednesday night’s Seahawks-Patriots Super Bowl rematch and the possibility of some opening-night rust. They revisit New England’s sluggish start last season, Mike Vrabel’s return to the spotlight, and the NFL kickoff.

Mitch, Brady and Jacson reunite for the Seahawks No-Table to assess Seattle’s offseason extensions, the arrival of new ownership and the mindset surrounding the defending champs. They dig into Brian Fleury’s new offense, a depleted running back room, concerns at cornerback and Sam Darnold’s long-term future before previewing Wednesday’s opener against New England.

Mitch and Ray launch another season of Upon Further Review with some offensive-line appreciation, from Ray’s Barry Sanders days to growing confidence in Anthony Bradford and Abe Lucas. Ray explains why Seattle’s decision to sit its starters—and rookie running back Jadarian Price—through the preseason makes him nervous entering Wednesday night. They also discuss how big contracts affect players before turning to Ray’s biggest concern: whether Jason Myers can shake off a disastrous preseason.

Mitch and Rick recap a wild opening weekend, beginning with Georgia Tech burning Rick’s first pick and Western Michigan’s heartbreaking finish at Michigan. They hit Oregon’s scare against Boise State, LSU’s demolition of Clemson, Washington’s ugly Apple Cup win, Notre Dame’s impressive debut and UCLA’s resurgence before handing out Taco Time honors to UMass and Western Michigan.

Mitch, Brady and Joe declare the Mariners’ season all but dead after a disastrous homestand and turn their attention toward 2027. They debate everyday opportunities for Lázaro Montes and Michael Arroyo, the ugly clubhouse optics and the futures of Dan Wilson and Jerry Dipoto.

GUESTS

• Brady Henderson | ESPN.com Seahawks Insider
• Jacson Bevens | Seahawks Analyst, Cigar Thoughts
• Ray Roberts | Former Seahawks & Lions Offensive Tackle
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Dallas Renegades Head Coach & Former Washington Head Coach
• Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast
• Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot

TABLE OF CONTENTS

0:00 | Apple Cup Snoozer, Seahawks-Patriots and Stump the Band

19:30 | Seahawks No-Table: Seahawks Title Defense, Roster Concerns and a Patriots Preview

58:19 | Ray Roberts: O-Line Confidence, Opening-Night Nerves and “You Got One Job”

1:27:24 | Rick Neuheisel: Week One Chaos, Controversial Clocks and a Buckeyes Road Pick

1:47:50 | Mariners No-Table: Mariners Hit Rock Bottom and the 2027 Decisions Begin

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

1:37:59 | Other Stuff: Curaçao’s Little League World Series championship, Aaron Donald’s comeback and potential pairing with Myles Garrett, Soundgarden playing the Seahawks’ season opener, alleged fake 49er’s $1.3 million scam targeting 26 women, Mariners prospect Ace Reese’s scorching professional debut, Tony Romo’s arrest fallout and uncertain CBS future, John Madden’s reported desire to sue Frank Caliendo over his impression, Callaway cutting ties with Good Good after controversial driver ad, Matt Gogel’s six-month gambling suspension, Howard Stern’s shrinking SiriusXM presence HEADLINES Thieves steal 300 pounds of frozen chicken from a moving truck in Fast and Furious-style heist, falling sign kills man at Christian festival in England, taxpayer-funded sexual relief program proposed for homeless people in Los Angeles, McDonald’s keeps hundreds of pages of intel on repeat customers RIPS Dolly Parton (80), Bill Doba (85), Tim Curry (80), Shelley Fabares (82), Peter Cullen (85), Samuel Monroe Jr. (52), Larry Christensen (72), Micah Joe Barnett (20)