Episode 302 - Seahawks: They Don't Draw Pictures on the Scorecard
Release Date: 09/09/2024
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The Seattle Seahawks' performance in their season opener was not a huge confidence booster. But their throwback uniforms a huge success. Mitch shares thoughts on the upcoming Apple Cup, which will be played earlier than usual in September at Lumen Field, questioning Washington's chances against Washington State. The Mariners' slim playoff hopes, are they still in it?
The Seahawks' first game of the season ended with a 26-20 victory over the Denver Broncos, a performance characterized by a strong defense but struggles on the offensive line. Seahawks' No-Table discuss key moments, including a crucial third-down conversion by Tyler Lockett and standout defensive plays, like Tariq Woolen's interception. Concerns were raised about the offensive line, exacerbated by injuries, including the loss of George Fant.
Mitch and CBS college football analyst Rick Neuheisel discuss college football highlights, Neuheisel’s predictions, and recent games. Neuheisel celebrates his correct prediction of Texas’s strong performance, while admitting Notre Dame still has work to do despite his playoff hopes for them. He highlights elite teams like Georgia, Texas, and Ole Miss, and points to Alabama and Tennessee as potential contenders despite issues. Neuheisel criticizes Deion Sanders' media behavior and questions Colorado’s long-term future under his leadership. He praises teams like Nebraska for improvement, and notes Alabama's penalties may have obscured their offensive capabilities. Neuheisel predicts LSU will cover the spread against South Carolina, maintaining his winning streak on Mitch Unfiltered.
The Seattle Mariners have won four of their last six games, staying competitive in both the AL West and the wild card race. Mariners' No-Table discuss the team’s improved performance, highlighted by better offensive stats, including 38 runs over five games. Despite this, they remain five or six games behind Houston and face challenges with tough schedules ahead.
The Other Stuff Segment topics include Angel Reese's WNBA Rookie Season, Dak Prescott's four-year, $240 million contract extension, RIPs, and Headlines.
GUESTS
• Seahawks No-Table | Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider)
• Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Analyst
• Mariners No-Table | Joe Doyle (Over Slot) & Brady Farkas (Sports Illustrated Now M's Editor)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:19 | Father-Daughter Camping, is it ever too late?
7:31 | Mitch announces; BEAT THE BOYS **password**
10:17 | "Fun with Audio," A week ago in Richard Neuheisel's segment, predicting Notre Dame...
16:50 | Eastside Catholic banter, let's go!
32:18 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table: Brady Henderson (ESPN Seahawks Insider) and Mitch rehash Seattle's opening game victory over the Broncos. From the new look Hawks defense to the horrendous performance of the offensive line in the 1st half, Brady and Mitch have you covered.
57:04 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel - CBS College Analyst - Rick and Mitch look back at weekend 2 in their unique way and peek ahead to the Apple Cup this weekend. Oh yeah, and Mitch busts Rick on his "revelation" on last week's show that Notre Dame is a shoe in for the playoffs. No so fast my friend.
1:22:06 | GUEST: Mariners No-Table: Brady, Joe & Mitch are together again with the M's trying to stay alive and 18 games to go.
1:42:52 | The Other Stuff Segment: • Angel Reese's WNBA Rookie Season: Hotshot gives an update on Angel Reese's impressive rookie season cut short by a wrist injury. • Seattle Mariners' Offensive Improvement: Discussion of the Mariners' recent offensive success and JP Crawford's comments on simplifying their approach. • Super Bowl 59 Halftime Show Performer - Kendrick Lamar: Mention of Kendrick Lamar's selection and his rap beef with Drake. • Steve Sarkisian and Texas Football: Discussion about Sarkisian's Texas team potentially being a national championship contender. • Cooper Kupp's Oregon House for Sale: Description of Cooper Kupp's house, which is up for sale, featuring an indoor training facility. • Tyreek Hill Incident: Discussion about Tyreek Hill being involved in a police incident on the way to a Dolphins game. • Dak Prescott's New Contract: Details of Dak Prescott's four-year, $240 million contract extension. • Shohei Ohtani Bobblehead Frenzy: Fans lined up for hours for a Shohei Ohtani bobblehead at Dodger Stadium. • RIP Mentions: Tributes to Johnny Gaudreau's brothers, DeAndre Overton, and musician Sérgio Mendes. • Humorous Headlines: Various comedic headlines involving incidents like a vehicle in a river, hotel underwear theft, a nudist exhibit, and a viral trout sex video joke.