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Former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz douses your hot takes with a cold bucket of reality every Tuesday and Thursday.

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Former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz douses your hot takes with a cold bucket of reality every Tuesday and Thursday.

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5 NFL Week 3 Bets That Just Make Sense

9/24/2020
Geoff and Matt discover five agreeable Week 3 SuperContest picks you should look out for. Find out which games reach a consensus & why you should consider Sunday Night in New Orleans.

Duration:00:50:03

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Injuries Run Rampant & Dallas Needs Miracles

9/22/2020
Injuries are rampant across the NFL, Dallas might not be the team we think it is, and we saw the future of the NFL on display at quarterback this weekend. Plus, we'll discuss how a Pac-12 vote on its season might fare out.

Duration:00:46:31

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A Big Ten Comeback & 5 NFL Week 2 Picks

9/17/2020
Big Ten football is officially back and we feel whole again. Geoff explains why this might get messy. Plus, after going 4-1 in Week 1, Matt & Geoff make five Week 2 SuperContest picks. Let's have some fun.

Duration:00:50:22

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Tom Brady’s Expectations & Russ Being Russ

9/15/2020
The NFL is back! With plenty to discuss, Geoff and Gabe recap Joe Burrow's impressive debut, Russell Wilson quick start, typical Cowboys woes and whether or not the Pats better without Tom Brady.

Duration:00:39:46

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5 NFL Week 1 Bets We Can Agree On

9/10/2020
Geoff and Matt settle on five Week 1 SuperContest picks that just make sense. Find out which games reach a consensus, who might be a surprise Coach of the Year and the pass catcher that should shine this week.

Duration:00:47:18

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Bears Tap Trubisky & Other Uncommon Concerns

9/8/2020
Mitchell Trubisky was named the Bears' starting quarterback on Sunday, five months after the team traded for Nick Foles. Does this make sense? Plus, Geoff makes predictions how playing zero preseason games will affect what we see on the field.

Duration:00:47:51

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Bill Barnwell Values Contracts & Makes Predictions

9/3/2020
ESPN writer Bill Barnwell joins the show to help explain why running backs don't get long-term deals, how Taysom Hill might fit in with Drew Brees, why Miami is lying to itself and which team he's all-in on this season.

Duration:00:47:58

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Fournette Gets Dismissed & Big Ten Votes Go Public

9/1/2020
31 teams have unwittingly entered the Leonard Fournette Sweepstakes, Trevor Lawrence and Ja'Marr Chase are carefully planning their futures; and despite confirmation, the Big Ten is still a Big Mess. Plus, is Ted Lasso a good show? Geoff Schwartz & Gabe Goodwin have the latest from around the league. Cold open: Rams LB Clay Johnston

Duration:00:54:48

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AFC West, NFC West Win Totals & Prop Bets

8/27/2020
Geoff and Matt preview their AFC West and NFC West team win total predictions with bonus prop bet picks. Also, how will the league handle fans in stadiums? And we'll reflect on historic boycotts in the NBA and around the country.

Duration:00:41:16

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NFL Lab Testing Rings False Alarm

8/25/2020
The NFL is dealing with a false positive COVID testing snafu, the Big Ten is as chaotic as ever, and Earl Thomas seems like he might actually be a Cowboy. All of that and more on Geoff Schwartz is Smarter Than You.

Duration:00:55:37

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AFC South, NFC South Win Totals & Prop Bets

8/20/2020
Geoff is discussing total win predictions for the AFC South, NFC South, and how the NFL is finally talking about having games in a bubble. Also, how much better will Tom Brady do than Jamies Winston, all of that and more.

Duration:00:38:46

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Big Ten Confusion & Alex Smith’s Comeback

8/18/2020
Geoff weighs-in on Big Ten players still pushing to play, Jerry Jones vowing to have fans in Dallas and Alex Smith’s inspiring and risky comeback; also: Dez Bryant in Baltimore, the return of Hard Knocks and Big Ben. Plus, find out why Geoff hates the beach.

Duration:00:52:05

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Projected AFC North & NFC North Team Win Totals

8/13/2020
Geoff & Matt share advice for each AFC & NFC North team's win total projection heading into the season. This year's bounce-back team might surprise Cheeseheads. Plus, could Lamar Jackson win a rushing title? All that and more.

Duration:00:33:49

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College Football's Scattered Leadership

8/11/2020
Power Five conferences are not in sync — even as Trevor Lawrence and dozens of players express a desire to play the 2020 season. Geoff explains why the conference leadership is moving slowly. Also, was Deion too old-school for shaming NFL players who opt-out? And we'll discuss Tom Brady's newfound playbook dilemma. #WeWanttoPlay: (2:05) Deion: (24:54) Tom Brady: (30:17) 'Move the Line' Betting Segment: (37:24)

Duration:00:51:51

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Projected AFC East & NFC East Team Win Totals

8/6/2020
Matt Ford returns to the show with gambling advice in a fantasy-style confidence draft of win totals for every NFC East & AFC East team this season. We presume each team will play 16 games and you can't tell us otherwise.

Duration:00:39:18

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Players are Making Demands & Opting-Out

8/4/2020
The NFL's COVID-19 opt-out deadline is now official (Thursday at 4 p.m. ET.), Pac-12 players have made their list of demands and we'll make predictions for quarterbacks getting a fresh start in 2020. Plus, how long will The Rock's XFL actually last? Cold Open: Devin McCourty NFL Opt-Out Deadline: (4:05) Pac-12's #WeAreUnited: (16:51) Old Faces, New Places: (34:17) 'Move the Line' Betting Segment: (41:30)

Duration:00:54:18

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Maintaining Optimism & Learning From COVID-19 Outbreaks

7/28/2020
At least 13 Miami Marlins players and personnel tested positive and concern has spread to NFL media and players alike. Geoff and Gabe break down why caution is the path forward. Later, they'll discuss why first round draft picks aren't overrated & how slimmed-down telecasts will affect on-field play this season. Growing concern: (1:20) Jamal Adams: (20:15) Distanced telecasts: (28:29) 'Move the Line' Betting Segment: (39:16)

Duration:00:52:31

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NFL, NFLPA Agree to Test Players Daily

7/21/2020
The NFL and the NFL Players Association reached an agreement Monday on daily testing for COVID-19 for at least the first two weeks of training camp. Geoff explains why this is such a huge leap forward . Later, we'll unpack how training camps will adversely affect rookies & what types of bets you should place this season. #WeWanttoPlay: (0:42) Training Camp: (20:32) COVID Gambling: (27:39) 'Move the Line' Gambling Segment: (32:27) Respecting Ben Stiller: (44:05)

Duration:00:48:58

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Who Loses When the NFL Misses Games?

7/17/2020
Geoff's back on a special solo podcast with an update on how NFLPA concerns are evolving, Derrick Henry's contract extension, Dak Prescott's lack of a new contract extension and college football's late-arriving COVID guidelines. JJ Watt & NFLPA concern: (0: 28) Derrick Henry: (9:09) Dak Prescott: (14:53) NCAA guidelines: (19:19)

Duration:00:23:03

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College Football Panic & Madden Rating Mistakes

7/14/2020
College football is in a bad spot. The Big 10 and Pac 12 canceled non-conference games and other power-five programs may soon follow. Geoff explains why this is a good idea. And later, we'll take a closer look at the odd order of Madden 21's quarterback ratings. NFLPA updates: (3:15) College football realities: (13:10) Madden ratings: (24:10) 'Move the Line' betting segment: (30:41)

Duration:00:47:16