Heed the Call with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to react to the full 2025 NFL schedule! But first, we wonder if the NFL should consider adopting a draft lottery (0:39). Then, we look at the Week 1 matchups (16:00), other schedule notes and the holiday games (27:31), and the international slate (38:53). Finally, we close the show with other NFL headlines (43:56), and Conor Orr pops in to share his thoughts (55:01). 0:00 NFL Schedule Release 0:39 Should the NFL adopt the draft lottery? 10:21 Celebrities at the Knicks game 13:38 NFL Schedule Reaction! 16:00 Week 1 27:31 Other Schedule Notes & Holiday Slate 38:53 International Games 43:56 Other NFL News 55:01 Conor Orr Joins 1:03:13 Wrap Up --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to run through the hottest NFL headlines in mid May! To start, we have an honest conversation about Marc's love for the Browns and the hope of Shedeur Sanders (1:42). After that, we cover the news: Saints QB Derek Carr has announced his retirement from pro football (13:21), Browns LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will miss the 2025 season (35:27), Giants rookie DE Abdul Carter finally has a number (37:16), Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson has not communicated with the Bengals about a contract extension (43:27), and Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter helped a woman on an airplane (49:30). Before signing off, we check in on Dov Kleiman (54:29) and wrap up with a Zeusser Media Minute (1:03:12). 1:42 Marc likes Shedeur Sanders 12:15 NFL News 13:21 Derek Carr announces retirement 35:27 LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah out for 2025 season 37:16 Abdul Carter has a number 43:27 Trey Hendrickson contract dispute 49:30 Travis Hunter’s act of kindness 54:29 Dov Kleiman Check In 1:03:12 Zeusser Media Minute 1:07:27 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to react to some blockbuster NFL news and look ahead to offseason storylines! To start, we cover the Steelers trading WR George Pickens to the Cowboys (8:57), TE Dallas Goedert's new deal with the Eagles (17:03), and the Jaguars releasing WR Gabe Davis (19:49). After that, the heroes share potential NFL offseason storylines that - if true - would rattle the NFL world (23:04). Crazy? Maybe. Plausible? Absolutely. What if the NFL expands its weekend coverage? What if the international slate extended for the entire season? What if Aaron Rodgers doesn't join the Steelers? What if a prominent NFL reporter is kidnapped? All this and more! 0:00 Welcome 8:57 Cowboys trade for WR George Pickens 17:03 Eagles finalizing deal with TE Dallas Goedert 19:49 Jaguars release WR Gabe Davis 23:04 Strange Offseason Storylines That Might Happen 26:46 Story #1  33:52 Story #2  40:19 Story #3 51:47 Rapid-Fire Round of Stories 1:04:36 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to reveal a methodically calculated list of the top ten most optimistic NFL teams for the 2025 season. But first, we hit some news (5:52): the 2027 NFL draft will be held in Washington, D.C. (6:25), QB Matthew Stafford and the Rams finally agreed on a new contract (9:20), DE Abdul Carter is again rejected when attempting to bring a Giants jersey number out of retirement (13:18), the 49ers declined trade offers for TE George Kittle before extending him (21:27), and we have more updates on Bill Belichick's personal life (24:48). Then, we get to the Optimism Rankings (30:52), running through the top ten in reverse order before Marc reveals the five LEAST optimistic teams heading into this season (1:19:46). 0:00 Welcome 5:52 NFL News 6:25 2027 NFL Draft to be held in Washington D.C. 9:20 Matthew Stafford’s new contract 13:18 Abdul Carter still doesn’t have a jersey number 21:27 49ers News 24:48 Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson Update 28:19 Brunt 30:52 NFL Optimism Rankings for 2025 32:24 #10: Las Vegas Raiders 36:05 #9: New England Patriots 40:09 #8: Denver Broncos 43:31 #7: Baltimore Ravens 45:59 Justin Tucker breaking news 52:13 #6: Buffalo Bills 54:55 #5: Kansas City Chiefs 59:48 #4: Chicago Bears 1:03:18 #3: Washington Commanders 1:08:24 #2: Detroit Lions 1:12:18 #1: Philadelphia Eagles 1:19:46 The Five Least Optimistic Teams 1:25:13 Wrap Up --------- Get $10 off BRUNT with code ‘HTC’ at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/HTC --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic to go arooouund the NFC in exactly 48 minutes. Three minutes per team, everything you need to know now that the draft is in the rearview mirror. We start with the NFC East (11:41), move to the NFC North (30:22), then hit the NFC South (48:01), and finally finish with the NFC West (1:13:09). 0:00 Around the NFC in 48 Minutes 0:39 Bill Belichick Drama 10:15 Around the NFC 11:41 Around the NFC East 12:10 Philadelphia Eagles 16:53 Washington Commanders 20:18 Dallas Cowboys 23:49 New York Giants 30:22 NFC North 30:36 Detroit Lions 33:53 Minnesota Vikings 37:37 Green Bay Packers 40:44 Chicago Bears 45:03 Halftime 48:01 NFC South 49:18 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 52:43 Atlanta Falcons 1:04:25 New Orleans Saints 1:07:39 Carolina Panthers 1:13:09 NFC West 1:13:14 Los Angeles Rams 1:16:49 Seattle Seahawks 1:21:16 San Francisco 49ers 1:24:40 Arizona Cardinals 1:30:50 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler & Conor Orr are joined by Brandon Perna of That's Good Sports to go arooouund the AFC in exactly 48 minutes. Three minutes per team, everything you need to know now that the draft is in the rearview mirror. We start with the AFC West (4:17), move to the AFC East (20:33), then hit the AFC North (39:46), and finally finish with the AFC South (1:00:16). 0:00 Around the AFC in Exactly 48 Minutes 4:17 Around the AFC West 4:49 Las Vegas Raiders 8:03 Los Angeles Chargers 11:22 Kansas City Chiefs 15:05 Denver Broncos 20:33 Around the AFC East 20:40 Miami Dolphins 23:45 New England Patriots 27:07 Buffalo Bills 34:03 New York Jets 39:46 Around the AFC North 39:52 Cincinnati Bengals 43:23 Pittsburgh Steelers 46:34 Cleveland Browns 55:08 Baltimore Ravens 1:00:16 Around the AFC South 1:00:21 Houston Texans 1:03:30 Indianapolis Colts 1:07:35 Jacksonville Jaguars 1:10:51 Tennessee Titans 1:16:46 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap the 2025 NFL Draft! We start by covering the Shedeur Sanders saga (1:28), whose tumble was finally ended by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round. Next, we hit teams who nailed the draft (26:54), including the Cowboys, Bears, Patriots, and more. After that, we dissect James Gladestone's press conference (40:24), share the things we did NOT love (53:53), and give some shout-outs (57:25). We close the show with UNIFORM MADNESS (1:03:24) as Abdul Carter's bid to wear Lawrence Taylor's number was rejected while Cam Ward's wish to wear Warren Moon's #1 was granted. 0:00 2025 NFL Draft Recap 1:28 Shedeur Sanders Saga 26:54 Teams Who Nailed the Draft 40:24 James Gladstone’s Presser 53:53 Things We Did Not Love 57:25 Shout-Outs 1:03:24 Uniform Talk 1:13:52 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are joined by James Palmer to recap every pick from the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft! We start with the biggest headlines, including the blockbuster trade when Jacksonville moved up to number two to select WR/CB Travis Hunter (0:52). Then, we discuss the quarterback class, why QB Shedeur Sanders fell out of the first round (12:27), and the Giants trading up for QB Jaxson Dart (15:37). From there, we move through the draft, hitting on the Raiders taking RB Ashton Jeanty (20:21), the Panthers choosing WR Tet McMillan (27:00), and then roll through picks 10 through 20 (30:50). After that, we cover the Steelers passing on Sanders and other quarterback options (39:37), picks 22-25 (49:15), the Falcons making a massive trade back into the first round for EDGE James Pearce Jr. (56:36), and close out the first round (1:02:33). To cap it off, we review Mock Sessler's Marc Draft (1:09:42) and find out whether or not Justin successfully dunked (1:13:33). 0:00 NFL Draft Round 1 Recap 0:52 Jaguars and Browns make huge trade 12:27 QB Shedeur Sanders falls out of first round 15:37 Giants trade up to select QB Jaxson Dart 20:21 Raiders take RB Ashton Jeanty 27:00 Panthers take WR Tet McMillan 30:50 Picks 10-20 39:37 Steelers pass on Shedeur Sanders 49:15 Picks 22-25 56:36 Falcons trade up for EDGE James Pearce Jr. 1:02:33 Picks 27-32 1:09:42 Checking in on Marc’s Mock Draft 1:13:33 Did Justin dunk? 1:19:45 Wrap Up --------- Try VIIA! https://viia.co/HTC and use code 'HTC' for 15% off! --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are back to give you the most anticipated piece of draft content each year: The Mock Sessler Marc Draft. The heroes are joined by Lance Zierlein to critique and give feedback on Marc's entire haul from the first pick to number thirty-two! 0:00 Intro 8:08 Top Ten Picks 24:40 Picks 11-15 30:05 Picks 16-25 41:06 Picks 26-32 52:54 Wrap Up --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Just one week before the 2025 NFL Draft, Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are joined by Matt "Money" Smith for some draft talk! But first, we react to the news: Dolphins CB Jalen Ramsey is on the trade block (8:57), something weird is going on with Saints QB Derek Carr (13:59), and future Hall of Fame OT Tyron Smith announced his retirement (18:15). Then, Money joins (24:19) to talk Chargers offseason and draft plans (29:27) and Draft Prospects Who Are Fun To Watch (41:43). Finally, we wrap things up revealing the results of the Best NFL Fanbase draft polls (55:46). 0:00 One week until the NFL Draft 5:04 NFL News 8:57 CB Jalen Ramsey on the Trade Block 13:59 What’s going on with QB Derek Carr 18:15 OT Tyron Smith retires 24:19 Matt “Money” Smith joins 29:27 Money on the Chargers’ offseason 41:43 Draft prospects who make you smile 55:46 NFL Fanbase Draft Poll Results 1:05:53 Wrap Up --------- Try VIIA! https://viia.co/HTC and use code 'HTC' for 15% off! --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

It's draft season, so Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Katie Nolan for an NFL fanbase draft! But first, we hit some news: QB Joe Flacco signed a one-year deal with the Browns (7:28), Saints QB Derek Carr could miss the 2025 season with a shoulder injury (12:52), leading to the question: will Shedeur Sanders be the next quarterback in New Orleans? (14:05) And CB Patrick Peterson announced his retirement (19:36). Then, Katie Nolan, host of the podcast “Casuals,” joins the heroes (27:23) to see who can draft the best collection of NFL Fanbases (33:29). 0:00 Dan Hanzus Returns! 7:28 QB Joe Flacco signs with Browns 12:52 Saints QB Derek Carr’s 2025 season in jeopardy 14:05 How does Carr’s injury affect Shedeur Sanders’ draft position? 19:36 CB Patrick Peterson announces his retirement 21:39 Other NFL News 27:23 Katie Nolan joins 33:29 Drafting the NFL’s best fanbases 1:14:06 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

Marc Sessler is joined by Conor Orr, Jourdan Rodrigue, and Michael-Shawn Dugar to share headlines from the future and respond to some mailbag questions, but first, we start with some NFL Draft buzz, including the latest reporting on Colorado stars QB Shedeur Sanders (6:09) and WR/CB Travis Hunter (14:44). Then, we travel back in time to now to share what we learned with Headlines from the Future (19:30), covering the Steelers quarterback situation, takes on the Dolphins and Cardinals, and even Deshaun Watson. Finally, we wrap up the show answer mailbag questions from Heedonists all over the world (47:57). 0:00 Welcome 6:09 Shedeur Sanders 14:44 Travis Hunter 19:30 Headlines from the Future 47:57 HTC Mailbag 1:00:10 Wrap Up --------- Pre-order Michael-Shawn Dugar's new book: https://linktr.ee/michaelshawndugar?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaePdZty9rRaoOvfJ2WMKPjAgSFQRGmaOI7CRP8TpMkubrumvrrxWxPVM2HKDQ_aem_DbkcJPIIFCuaybCvhhGsEw --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Underdog's Josh Norris and Hayden Winks to look at NFL draft prospects! First, Marc and Gravedigger hit some weekend NFL news (2:31) before we welcome in the stars of NFL Draft with Josh & Hayden (14:44) to talk wide receiver and running back prospects with superpowers in the 2025 NFL Draft, starting with Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter (19:11). We cover Washington State WR Kyle Williams (26:58), Missouri WR Luther Burden (31:08), TCU WR Jack Bech (34:29), Tennessee RB Dylan Sampson (38:27), Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson (40:21), and finally, Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty (44:46). 0:00 Welcome 2:31 Julio Jones announces his retirement 8:30 Terron Armstead also announces retirement 11:06 Joe Milton traded 14:44 Josh Norris & Hayden Winks join 19:11 CB/WR Travis Hunter 26:58 WR Kyle Williams 31:08 WR Luther Burden 34:29 WR Jack Bech 38:27 RB Dylan Sampson 40:21 RB TreVeyon Henderson 44:46 Ashton Jeanty 53:17 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are joined by Connor Rogers of NBC Sports to talk draft prospects! But first, we cover the latest NFL Draft buzz surrounding the top picks (3:51) and some NFL news we didn't hit on Wednesday (11:33). Then, Connor joins (20:34) to talk a little Cam Ward (22:09) before diving into his Cooper DeJean All Stars - AKA players outside the top 10 that can have an impact as rookies (27:19). Before we wrap up, we look back on the iconic 2014 film, Draft Day (48:02). 0:00 Draft Day Live Watchalong Announcement 3:51 NFL Draft Buzz 11:33 NFL News 20:34 Connor Rogers joins 22:09 Connor on QB Cam Ward 27:19 Cooper DeJean All Stars 28:11 DL Tyleik Williams 31:52 WR Tre Harris 36:26 DE Mike Green 40:25 OL Grey Zabel 44:04 RB Quinshon Judkins 48:02 “Full of heart from start to finish” 53:24 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by James Palmer to catch up on the latest NFL news and rumors coming out of Palm Beach, Florida, as well as guess team win totals for the 2025 season! We start with the NFL's Christmas Games news before getting into the results of the rule voting: the Tush Push conversation has been tabled for future discussion (15:23), the league will begin using Sony’s Hawk-Eye technology next season to electronically measure first downs (23:22), and more. After that, Dan and Marc compete to see who can more accurately guess team win totals for the 2025 season with EXTREMELY high stakes (38:14). 0:00 Three Christmas Day Games 9:29 NFL News 15:23 Tush Push Vote Tabled 23:22 Other Rule Changes 38:14 Guessing Team Win Totals 1:03:42 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on the latest NFL news and rumors coming out of Palm Beach, Florida, for the annual NFL Owners Meetings! We start with the traditional head coaches group photo before spinning into the news: the NFL will discuss the possibility of moving to an 18-game schedule (10:52) and the Tush Push is among the biggest hot-button issues up for change (18:40). Elsewhere, the Browns and Steelers coaches expressed excitement over their current quarterback situations (31:06), Mike Tomlin spoke on the possibility of signing QB Aaron Rodgers (37:08), Aaron Glenn commented on the idea of "winning the offseason" (40:12), 49ers QB Brock Purdy explained why the team struggled last season (43:08), the Colts will have a QB competition throughout the offseason (46:44), and we have news on the Baltimore Ravens (48:45). 0:00 NFL Owners Meetings 10:52 18-Game Schedule Coming? 18:40 Tush Push 31:06 Browns and Steelers starting QBs 37:08 Mike Tomlin on Aaron Rodgers 40:12 Aaron Glenn on winning the offseason 43:08 49ers updates on Brock Purdy extension 46:44 Daniel Jones vs Anthony Richardson QB Competition 48:45 Ravens News 54:15 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Dan Hanzus, Conor Orr, Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar are back to catch up on the latest NFL news, share their pre-NFL Draft Power Rankings, and answer some listener voicemails! We start with the big news that the Giants have added another veteran quarterback, this time Russell Wilson (7:13) before hitting the Patriots signing WR Stefon Diggs (18:27). Then, we share the Official Pre-2025 NFL Draft Power Rankings of Record (23:03) and talk through a handful of teams, including the Falcons, Jaguars, Raiders, and others. Finally, we wrap up the show with the debut of a new segment: Listener Voicemails! (48:28) 0:00 Welcome 2:58 Where’s Marc? 5:44 NFL News 7:13 Giants sign QB Russell Wilson 18:27 Patriots sign WR Stefon Diggs 21:46 Opening Day 23:03 Pre-Draft Power Rankings 26:21 Falcons 28:13 Texans 30:13 Vikings 31:22 Lions 33:31 Jaguars 35:55 Patriots 40:41 Colts 42:27 Raiders 48:28 HTC Listener Voicemails 1:10:50 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Conor Orr are back to tour the mock draft world and catch up on the latest NFL news! We start by comparing mock drafts from the top analysts. Is Miami QB Cam Ward a lock to go number one, and will Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders slip out of the top ten? (2:06) Then we hit some NFL news: the Giants have signed QB Jameis Winston (13:03), Eagles DE Brandon Graham announced his retirement and the Saints brought back WR Brandin Cooks (19:21). After that, Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer joins the show to share the latest rumblings on Kirk Cousins (29:23), Aaron Rodgers (33:06), Travis Hunter's role in the NFL (38:56), and why the Texans traded OT Laremy Tunsil (43:53). Finally, we check in on Dov Kleiman's tweets before we say goodbye (53:00). 0:00 Intro 2:06 Mock Madness 13:03 Giants sign QB Jameis Winston 19:21 Other NFL News 27:33 Albert Breer joins 29:23 Kirk Cousins Next Move 33:06 Aaron Rodgers Met with Steelers 38:56 Figuring Out Travis Hunter 43:53 Texans Offensive Line Drama 53:00 Doc Kleiman Check-In 58:12 Wrap Up --------- Try VIIA! https://viia.co/HTC and use code 'HTC' for 15% off! --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on the latest NFL news! We start with a heated back-and-forth debate about whether or not the NFL should vote to pass the Packers' proposal to ban the 'tush push', then hit some other headlines (15:46): the Vikings are reportedly not interested in Aaron Rodgers (17:37), the Cowboys tried and failed to bring in Cooper Kupp (32:07), other rule change proposals (42:45), and the Browns are in talks with quarterback Carson Wentz (48:45). 0:00 Proposal to ban the Tush Push 15:46 NFL Headlines 17:37 Latest on Vikings & Aaron Rodgers 29:10 Brunt 32:07 Cooper Kupp & Cowboys 42:56 Proposed Rule Changes 47:09 March Madness 48:45 Other NFL News 59:02 Wrap Up --------- Get $10 off BRUNT with code ‘HTC’ at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/HTC --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on some news, starting with the biggest contract extensions of the offseason. The Bengals sign wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to record-setting extensions (7:38), and the Texans have extended cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., also at a record-setting number (16:01). Then, Andrew Siciliano joins the show to explain how Aaron Rodgers is controlling the offseason (27:37) and what the Browns have planned for the quarterback position (36:14). Finally, we go around discussing the state of NFL teams after one week of Free Agency (45:02), hitting on the Cowboys, Texans, Vikings, and 49ers, among others. 0:00 Welcome 5:20 NFL News 7:38 Bengals sign Chase & Higgins 16:01 Derek Stingley Jr. signs extension 23:43 First Dates presented by Mando 26:32 Andrew Siciliano Joins 27:37 Aaron Rodgers Controls the Offseason 36:14 Browns Quarterback Plans 45:02 Where do teams stand after one week of Free Agency? 1:02:23 Wrap Up --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back for Day 4 of Free Agency to catch up on the most recent news and rumors! We'll cover the latest with QB Kirk Cousins and the Falcons, DE Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals, Cooper Kupp's market, and the 49ers signing QB Mac Jones. Plus, a conversation with Arif Hasan about the Vikings' offseason and chances to sign QB Aaron Rodgers, and finally, Dave Dameshek joins the show to talk about Rodgers potentially landing in Pittsburgh! 0:00 NFL Free Agency Day 4 1:21 Aaron Rodgers Watch 4:57 Russell Wilson Watch 6:04 Kirk Cousins Updates 12:57 Trey Hendrickson 16:20 Cooper Kupp 18:34 Arif Hasan on the Vikings 36:29 Mac Jones to 49ers and other news 41:14 Steelers Talk 42:53 Dave Dameshek joins 1:04:15 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar LIVE for Day 3 of the NFL's Free Agency period and the official start of the new league year! We're here to react to all the breaking news and catch up on moves that have already happened, like the Rams releasing Cooper Kupp and Joey Bosa to the Bills. 0:00 NFL Free Agency Day 3 8:08 Cooper Kupp released by Rams 11:24 Developing News: Russell Wilson to visit Browns 17:45 Joey Bosa signs with Bills 20:20 Other Free Agency News 24:15 Live Chat Questions 26:27 Unsolicited Advice for the New England Patriots 34:33 Unsolicited Advice for the San Francisco 49ers 43:34 Unsolicited Advice for the New Orleans Saints 48:04 Unsolicited Advice for the Las Vegas Raiders 49:54 Breaking News: DeMarcus Lawrence signs with Seahawks 53:34 Back to the Raiders 56:43 8 o’clock Delight 58:49 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are back LIVE for Day 2 of the NFL's Free Agency Legal Tampering window. We're here to react to all the breaking news and catch up on moves that have already happened! 0:00 NFL Free Agency: Day 2 7:55 Best Remaining FAs + QB Deals 14:40 Colts Sign QB Daniel Jones 18:04 Latest on Giants QB search, Rodgers & Wilson 27:43 RB Najee Harris to Chargers 29:57 Vikings Moves 33:33 Giants Additions 34:13 Eagles Departures 35:46 8 o'clock Delight 38:00 Final Thoughts on Day 2 --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr are back to recap a whirlwind of NFL Free Agency moves as the legal tampering period is officially here! We start with the biggest news of the day: QB Sam Darnold signing with the Seahawks (2:52), and then move to the other blockbuster deals. QB Justin Fields signs with the Jets (9:59), and the Commanders trade for OT Laremy Tunsil (15:59). We have an avalanche of other moves to cover as well, including the Patriots landing DT Milton Williams, the Cardinals signing DE Josh Sweat, the Commanders adding DT Javon Kinlaw, the Colts making a couple big signings in their secondary, LB Dre Greenlaw and S Talanoa Hufanga heading to the Broncos, and and SO MUCH MORE (25:36). 0:00 NFL Free Agency Day 1 2:52 Sam Darnold to Seahawks 9:59 Justin Fields to Jets 15:59 Laremy Tunsil traded to Commanders 25:36 Other Big Moves 30:39 More Free Agency News --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back before the start of the legal tampering period to catch up on all the trades, signings and other free agency MADNESS! First, the Heroes react to the Seahawks sending WR DK Metcalf to the Steelers (3:26), Bills QB Josh Allen’s record-setting extension (8:00), and WR Davante Adams signing with the Rams (12:21). Then, we’re joined by The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar to break down the Seattle Seahawks trading QB Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders (18:08). After that, we welcome James Palmer onto the show to cover DE Myles Garrett's record-breaking contract with the Cleveland Browns (40:03) and a bunch of other news (50:19) on the eve of NFL Free Agency. 0:00 NFL Free Agency 3:26 DK Metcalf Traded 8:00 Josh Allen’s Extension 12:21 Davante Adams to Rams 18:08 Geno Smith Traded 40:03 Myles Garrett 50:19 Other FA News 1:02:38 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to share the Ten Commandments of Free Agency, a guide to help teams avoid massive mistakes throughout the upcoming free agency period (2:17), with three bonus commandments that the media should follow (37:37). Then, we turn to free agent signings and trades we want to see happen over the coming days and weeks (43:28), including Myles Garrett to the Eagles, Davante Adams to the Chargers, and MORE! 0:00 NFL Free Agency 2:17 Ten Commandments of Free Agency 37:37 Bonus Commandments for Media 43:28 Roster Moves We Want To See 1:14:20 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back to try to predict next year's starting quarterbacks for the teams who don't currently have one and react to WAY too much breaking news! We start with a game of "Pin the Tail on the QB" as the Heroes pick the best landing spots for the free agent signal-callers (6:47). After the break, we run through so many news items (32:58): the Bears have traded for multiple interior offensive linemen (36:01), the Jets officially released WR Davante Adams (38:54), the Eagles have made Saquon Barkley the highest-paid running back in NFL history (42:31), DK Metcalf has been granted permission to seek a trade (46:28), the Cowboys extended DT Osa Odighizuwa (50:45), the Raiders have made Maxx Crosby the highest paid defensive end in NFL history (1:01:23), and the Eagles have reached a deal to keep Zack Baun in Philadelphia (1:04:46). 0:00 NFL Free Agency 6:47 QB Musical Chairs 31:09 Break 32:58 NFL News 36:01 Bears Trades 38:54 Davante Adams 42:31 Saquon Barkley 46:28 DK Metcalf 50:45 Cowboys 52:29 Other News 58:13 Media Minute 1:01:23 Max Crosby 1:04:46 Zack Baun 1:09:55 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back to catch up on a TON of news that came out of Indianapolis over the weekend before we turn our focus to free agency. We start with the news (7:29): the 49ers have traded WR Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders (9:44), QB Matthew Stafford and the Rams agreed on a new contract (15:26), Chiefs TE Travis Kelce is officially coming back for at least another season (17:26), the Jets are taking calls about WR Davante Adams (22:43), the Eagles have cut CB Darius Slay in a cap-saving move (24:50), the Cowboys are planning to use the franchise tag on DT Osa Odighizuwa (27:03), we have some new trade rumors and reports (27:29), and other news to hit (28:03). Then, it's time for a Zusser Media Minute (30:18) to talk Hard Knocks developments. After the break, we're joined by Sam Monson and Steve Palazzolo of Check The Mic to preview NFL Free Agency (40:59), covering the available quarterbacks (45:26), wide receivers (53:56), defensive players (58:16), weaker position groups (1:01:57), and favorite available players (1:03:29). Before we say goodbye, we're interrupted by the developing news that Bengals WR Tee Higgins has been franchise tagged for the second straight offseason (1:06:02). Finally, before signing off, we have an important announcement to make about the HTC Patreon (1:09:44). 0:00 Combine Takeaways 7:29 NFL News 9:44 Deebo Samuel Traded 15:26 Matthew Stafford back to LAR 17:26 Travis Kelce 22:43 Davante Adams 24:50 Darius Slay 27:03 Osa Odighizuwa 27:29 Trade Rumors 28:03 Other News 30:18 Zusser Media Minute 36:06 Break 37:38 Sam & Steve 40:59 NFL Free Agency 45:26 Free Agent QBs 53:56 Free Agents WRs 58:16 Defensive Free Agents 1:01:57 Weaker FA Positions 1:03:29 Other Free Agents 1:06:02 Developing News! 1:06:13 Tee Higgins 1:07:55 Break 1:09:44 Announcement 1:12:26 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to react to the latest NFLPA Team Report Cards (8:00), catch up on the latest reports surrounding Matthew Stafford (20:19), and chat with Lance Zierlein about the 2025 NFL Draft (28:32). Then, we answer some HTC Mailbag questions to close the show (54:21). 0:00 Welcome 2:27 Conor Orr 8:00 NFLPA Team Report Cards 20:19 Matthew Stafford Updates 28:32 Lance Zierlein joins 35:17 Draft Class Overall Grade 36:58 Lance on the QB Prospects 43:01 Lance’s Favorite Player in the 2025 Draft 51:16 Lance on Possible Trade Action 54:21 Mailbag 1:14:13 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by James Palmer to identify the only press conference quotes that matter from the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. We start with all the chatter about the Tush Push, hearing from Nick Sirianni and Raheem Morris (9:44), and then hit Brett Veach's comments about Travis Kelce's retirement status (18:45). Next, we cover what Duke Tobin said about making Ja'Marr Chase the highest paid non-quarterback in football (24:43), Chris Ballard's quote about Anthony Richardson (30:33), new Jaguars GM James Gladstone (37:23), the latest on Myles Garrett trade reports (44:37), and some other quick news items (51:25). 0:00 Welcome 2:08 James Palmer Joins 6:16 NFL Combine Press Conference Reactions 9:44 Tush Push Comments 18:45 Travis Kelce Retirement Update 24:43 Ja’Marr Chase Contract 30:33 Anthony Richardson 37:23 James Gladstone 44:37 Myles Garrett 51:25 Other News 1:03:08 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on some news and speak truth to power at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. We start with a voicemail from Dan to Marc sent over the weekend (6:37). Then, we hit some NFL news items (11:52): the Rams have given Matthew Stafford permission to speak with other teams (13:12), the Jaguars have finally hired a General Manager (18:16), and is Shedeur Sanders making the right decision to not throw at the combine (22:25)? Then, the heroes embody NFL coaches and GMs (37:31) to share what they're really thinking at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine from Indianapolis, including Les Snead (40:31), Brian Daboll (47:30), and Kyle Shanahan (57:59). 0:00 Welcome 6:37 Dan's Voicemail 11:52 NFL News 13:12 Matthew Stafford Trade Talks 18:16 Jaguars hire James Gladstone as GM 22:25 Sheuder Sanders 27:04 Break 37:31 Speaking Truth to Power at the NFL Scouting Combine 40:31 Conor as Les Snead 47:30 Marc as Brian Daboll 57:59 Dan as Kyle Shanahan 1:07:16 Wrap Up --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to cover the 8 most important figures of this NFL offseason! But first, we start with a very belated NFL Honors conversation discussing the various award winners (6:37). Then, we get the final installment of the Terry Saga (19:08) before diving into those 8 important figures, with Sam Darnold first on the list (24:47). From there, we hit Adam Peters (33:55), Duke Tobin (38:50), Cam Ward & Shedeur Sanders (47:10), Jerry Jones (56:28), Jim Harbaugh (1:03:49), and finally close out the segment with Ben Johnson (1:08:00). We wrap up the show with a trophy presentation for the winner of the Fearless Predictions Challenge 2024-25! (1:14:20). 0:00 Welcome 6:37 Belated Honors Recap 19:08 Terry Finale 24:47 The 8 Most Important Figures of the 2025 NFL Offseason 24:50 Sam Darnold 33:55 Adam Peters 38:50 Duke Tobin 47:10 Cam Ward & Shedeur Sanders 53:43 VIIA 56:28 Jerry Jones 1:03:49 Jim Harbaugh 1:08:00 Ben Johnson 1:14:20 Trophy Ceremony 1:23:19 Wrap Up --------- Try VIIA! https://bit.ly/viiahtc and use code HTC! --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on some news and cover the NFL offseason storylines we're most invested in. We start with a serious conversation with the show's producer (2:11) before welcoming in Conor Orr (7:22). Then, we hit all the NFL news we missed during the break (9:04), including the Bengals free agency outlook with Tee Higgins and others (11:51), the Jets moving on from Aaron Rodgers (16:45), Travis Kelce mulling retirement (22:14), the Pittsburgh-Trevor Lawrence rumors (30:43), Tyreek Hill's future in Miami (32:29), the Saints officially hiring Kellen Moore as head coach (36:04), the latest with Justin Tucker (40:41), and wrap up news with some 8 o'clock delight (47:18). After the break, Marc and Dan tell a fun story about the plane ride back from New Orleans (55:52), and then we dive into the storylines we're most invested in over the offseason, with Dan (1:01:03), Marc (1:09:22) and Conor (1:15:58) sharing one each. 0:00 Welcome Back 2:11 Intervention 7:22 Conor Orr Joins 9:04 NFL News 11:51 Bengals free agency & Tee Higgins 16:45 Aaron Rodgers 22:14 Travis Kelce 28:50 Break 30:43 Trevor Lawrence 32:29 Tyreek Hill 36:04 Kellen Moore 40:41 Justin Tucker 47:18 Other news 55:52 Plane Ride Story 1:01:03 Dan’s invested in… 1:09:22 Marc’s invested in… 1:15:58 Conor’s invested in… 1:23:21 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are LIVE to recap Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs! We start with the Super Bowl LIX Champions and how they pulled off the shocking blow-out victory with help from Conor Orr (11:15). Then, Pete Sweeney joins to cover what this result means for the Chiefs (27:46). After that, we hit Winners & Losers from the Big Game (45:31), including our thoughts on the halftime performance by Kendrick Lamar (55:48) and quickly discuss a couple news items (1:14:54): the Jets will be moving on from Aaron Rodgers and the 49ers have granted Deebo Samuel permission to seek a trade before saying goodbye. 0:00 Super Bowl LIX Recap 11:15 Conor Orr Joins 27:46 Pete Sweeney Joins 45:31 Winners & Losers 55:48 Halftime Show Reaction 1:14:54 News Items 1:15:40 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall --------- Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call --------- Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the Heed the Call YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HeedTheCallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back for Day 3 from Underdog Manor in New Orleans to deep dive into the Super Bowl LIX matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. Jourdan Rodrigue and Conor Orr join the show to first talk what the Eagles must do to win tha big game (5:57) and what the Chiefs need to do to secure the three-peat (34:46). After the break, we bring you a special edition of Walken With Giants (55:25) before finishing the show with one last round of Fearless Predictions (1:02:36). 0:00 Day 3 in NOLA 2:56 Jourdan & Conor Join 5:57 Eagles 34:46 Chiefs 55:25 Walken With Giants 1:02:36 Fearless Predictions 1:16:49 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back from Underdog Manor in New Orleans to talk some Chiefs and look ahead to 2025 NFL Free Agency! To start, Dan, Marc and Jason Zumwalt recap Day 1 in New Orleans (0:55) and pay tribute to the memory of the legendary Chris Wesseling (8:18). Then, Arrowhead Pride Editor-in-Chief Pete Sweeney crashes the house to talk about why NFL fans hate the Chiefs and look at some key matchups in Super Bowl LIX (16:20). After the break, James Palmer joins the show to look ahead to NFL free agency, hitting big names who could become available including Trey Smith (41:34) and Tee Higgins (45:09) and looking at the wide receiver market (51:16) and quarterback options for QB-needy teams (56:08) before saying goodbye (1:10:06). 0:00 Day 1 in NOLA 8:18 Remembering Chris Wesseling 16:20 Chiefs Chat with Pete Sweeney 38:51 Break 39:36 James Palmer Joins 41:34 Trey Smith 45:09 Tee Higgins 51:16 DK Metcalf & the WR Market 56:08 Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers & the QB Market 1:10:06 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr, James Palmer and Jason Zumwalt to recap Super Bowl opening night and react to some NFL news, plus we rank Super Bowl cities! To start, Dan, Marc and Zumwalt fill the listeners in on Underdog Manor (0:31) before Conor Orr and James Palmer crash the podcast to recap opening night at the Superdome (5:40). Then, we catch up on some NFL news (21:24), hitting on Myles Garrett's trade request (24:10) and that Cooper Kupp was informed the Rams plan to trade him (32:04). After the break, a super secret special guest joins the show to help console Gravedigger on a personal matter (40:08). Finally, we rank the Super Bowl cities from 2012 to 2025 into tiers from S all the way through D (47:35) before saying goodbye (1:01:03). 0:00 Start 0:31 Underdog Manor 5:40 Opening Night Reaction 21:24 NFL News 24:10 Myles Garrett 32:04 Cooper Kupp 40:08 Surprise Special Guest 47:35 Super Bowl City Tier List 1:01:03 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar for the annual Don't Say "Super Bowl" episode! On this year's edition, once again, no one can utter the phrase "Super Bowl" in any way, shape or form once the vault has been closed. We start by giving out final thoughts for the week on the big game before that vault is sealed (5:42) and then dive into four topics: New Head Coach Juice Rankings (13:26), Supporting the Quarterback (45:22), Greg Olsen in the broadcast booth (54:28), and finally, the latest rumblings with the New Orleans Saints' head coaching search (1:03:50). 0:00 Don't Say "Super Bowl" 5:42 Super Bowl LIX Thoughts 13:26 New Head Coach Juice Rankings 45:22 Supporting the Quarterback 54:28 Greg Olsen in the booth 1:03:50 Saints head coaching search 1:17:30 Wrap Up Get tickets to the Heed the Call live show! 5pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-call-live-at-sports-drink-thursday-5-00p-february-06-2025-571962 7pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-call-live-at-sports-drink-thursday-7-00p-february-06-2025-571964 --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to react to all the introductory pressers for new head coaches and general managers! But first, we start by putting a bow on the AFC Championship conversation with a quick discussion about the officiating (3:11). Then, it's on to the news: Jerry Jones and the Cowboys introduced Brian Schottenheimer (22:12), the Jets introduced Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey (36:45), the Raiders introduced Pete Carroll and GM John Spytek (46:25), and the Jaguars introduced Liam Coen (58:27). Who won the press conferences, and who lost?? Finally, we cover the myriad of other hiring news with an edition of 8 o'clock delight (1:04:01). 0:00 Intro 3:11 AFC Championship Officiating 22:12 Cowboys 36:07 Break 36:45 Jets 46:25 Raiders 57:42 Break 58:27 Jaguars 1:04:01 Other News 1:06:22 Wrap Up Get tickets to the Heed the Call live show! 5pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-call-live-at-sports-drink-thursday-5-00p-february-06-2025-571962 7pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-call-live-at-sports-drink-thursday-7-00p-february-06-2025-571964 --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr and Jourdan Rodrigue to recap the AFC and NFC Championships LIVE on YouTube! We start with the thriller that was Bills at Chiefs (3:18). Then, after the break, we have a MASSIVE announcement to make (34:57) and finally we get to the Commanders at Eagles recap (40:14). We finish the show with other thoughts and observations after the Conference Championship games (1:04:20). 1:14 NFL Conference Championship Recap 3:18 AFC Championship: Bills at Chiefs Recap 32:57 Break 34:57 Major Announcement!! 40:14 NFC Championship: Commanders at Eagles Recap 1:04:20 Wrap Up Get tickets to the Heed the Call live show! 5pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-ca... 7pm CT: https://app.opendate.io/e/heed-the-ca... --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Underdog NFL Insider James Palmer for a Dirty Thirty special emergency bonus episode to cover all the latest NFL head coaching news and rumors in exactly thirty minutes, starting with the bizarre Liam Coen saga as the Jaguars have found their new head coach (2:09). Next, we discuss the Raiders hiring Pete Carroll (15:34), the latest in the mysterious Cowboys head coaching search (23:43), and Bobby Slowik's dismissal in Houston (27:42). 0:00 NFL Coaching Updates 2:09 Liam Coen Saga 15:34 Raiders hire Pete Carroll 23:43 Cowboys latest updates 27:42 Bobby Slowik Fired 29:39 Wrap Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to preview the AFC and NFC Conference Championship games! We start with the rematch of the 2020 AFC Championship Game, Bills at Chiefs (5:23), before taking a halftime break to cover some NFL news: the Jets have hired Aaron Glenn as head coach (34:17), the Jaguars have parted ways with Trent Baalke (42:06), a few teams appointed coordinators and the Cowboys are rumored to be closing in on Brian Schottenheimer as the next head coach in Dallas (47:00). Next, we preview Commanders at Eagles (52:06) and finally, we finish with Fearless Predictions for this weekend (1:15:40). 0:00 NFL Championship Sunday Preview 5:23 Bills at Chiefs AFC Championship Preview and Picks 29:24 Break 34:17 Jets hire Aaron Glenn 42:06 Jaguars changes 47:00 Other NFL News 51:25 Break 52:06 Commanders at Eagles NFC Championship Preview and Picks 1:15:40 Fearless Predictions Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr talk through the latest NFL news and coaching hires, starting with Ben Johnson taking over as head coach of the Chicago Bears (8:14) and the Colts hiring Lou Anarumo as Defensive Coordinator (14:30). After the break, Underdog's Josh Norris joins the program to discuss whose stock is UP and whose is DOWN thus far through the NFL postseason (19:22), hitting on Kliff Kingsbury (21:18), Lamar Jackson (25:58), the Pittsburgh Steelers (31:57), and Conor Orr himself (37:51) before speeding through a handful more (42:39) to close the show. 0:00 Intro 6:03 NFL News 8:14 Bears hire Ben Johnson 14:30 Colts hire Lou Anarumo 18:24 Break 19:22 Josh Norris joins 21:18 Stock Up/Stock Down: NFL Playoffs Edition 25:58 Lamar Jackson 31:57 Steelers 37:51 Conor Orr 42:39 Speed Round 58:55 Wrap Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025

Heed The Call (Underdog Sports) is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC. Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap a thrilling Divisional Round of playoff football! We start with the AFC side, first recapping Ravens at Bills (3:45) and then Texans at Chiefs (20:45) before flipping to the NFC side to hit Commanders at Lions (42:29) and Rams at Eagles (1:05:11). 0:00 NFL Divisional Round Recap 3:46 Ravens at Bills Recap 20:45 Texans at Chiefs Recap 42:29 Commanders at Lions Recap 1:05:11 Rams at Eagles Recap 1:26:09 Wrap Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

Dan Hanzus is joined by Conor Orr, Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to preview the second round of the postseason as the NFL's Divisional Round of the playoffs arrives! We start with what should be the best game, Ravens at Bills (3:49), before moving to Commanders at Lions (20:10), Rams at Eagles (41:37), and Texans at Chiefs (56:55), and finally we finish with Money Mike picks and Fearless Predictions for this weekend (1:11:25). 0:00 NFL Divisional Round Preview 3:49 Ravens at Bills Preview 20:10 Commanders at Lions Preview 38:00 First Break 41:37 Rams at Eagles Preview 56:55 Texans at Chiefs Preview 1:10:19 Second Break 1:11:25 Fearless Predictions 1:19:52 Wrap Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by FOX Sports NFL Insider Jordan Schultz to catch up on the latest updates surrounding the NFL coaching carousel. First up is the Mike McCarthy situation after he and the Cowboys parted ways, as well as Jordan’s reporting around the Cowboys' interest in Deion Sanders (4:37). Then, we discuss Mike Vrabel’s hiring in New England (14:18) before flipping to other candidates and job openings (18:28), touching on Ben Johnson, Aaron Glenn, the Jaguars’ vacancy and Trent Baalke’s role, the Jets, Kliff Kingsbury, and the possibility that a team still alive in the postseason could let go of their head coach. After Jordan says goodbye, we react to the conversation (34:25). 0:00 Intro 2:47 Jordan Schultz Joins 4:37 Mike McCarthy, Cowboys & Deion Sanders 14:18 Mike Vrabel to Patriots 18:28 Other Candidates and Openings 34:25 Wrap Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap the final game of Wild Card Weekend, Vikings at Rams from Glendale, Arizona! We start with the Rams side of things (0:00) before pivoting to Sam Darnold and what this performance means for the next stage of his career (13:04). We then look ahead to the Divisional Round with the storylines that get us excited for next weekend (21:16). 0:00 Vikings-Rams Recap 13:04 Sam Darnold 21:16 Divisional Round Storylines 36:07 Wrap-Up Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap EVERY game from Wild Card Weekend through Sunday night, with some help from Underdog NFL Insider James Palmer, who attended two of the games on the slate. The first round of the postseason is in the books and we have our Divisional Round Matchups! We start with the most exciting game of the weekend so far, Commanders at Buccaneers (2:03) and then move on to Packers at Eagles (15:24), Steelers at Ravens (34:00), Broncos at Bills (50:52), Chargers at Texans (1:02:04), and finally finish off by looking ahead to the Divisional Round next weekend (1:12:22). 0:00 Wild Card Weekend Recap 2:03 Commanders at Buccaneers Recap 15:24 Packers at Eagles Recap 34:00 Steelers at Ravens Recap 50:52 Broncos at Bills Recap 1:02:04 Chargers at Texans Recap 1:12:22 Divisional Round Matchups Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.RocketMoney.com/HTC today! Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

Heed The Call (Underdog Sports) is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC. Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are back to preview the first round of the 2024-25 NFL Playoffs as Wild Card Weekend arrives! We start with the Saturday games, hitting Chargers at Texans (11:43) and Steelers at Ravens (27:58). Next, we move to Sunday’s first game, Broncos at Bills (38:15), before taking a halftime news timeout (48:07) to cover the Raiders front office changes (50:56) and the Titans firing GM Ran Carthon (55:24). After that, we move to Packers at Eagles (58:49) and finish with Vikings at Rams (1:17:34). 0:00 NFL Wild Card Weekend Preview 11:43 Chargers at Texans Preview 27:58 Steelers at Ravens Preview 38:15 Broncos at Bills Preview 48:07 News Timeout 50:56 Raiders Fire Antonio Pierce and Tom Telesco 55:24 Titans Fire Ran Carthon 58:49 Packers at Eagles Preview 1:10:30 Commanders at Buccaneers Preview 1:17:34 Vikings at Rams Preview 1:27:00 Wrap Up Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.RocketMoney.com/HTC today! Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to run through all the news trickling out from teams making head coach and coordinator changes on this New Horizons Monday. We start with Doug Pederson and the Jaguars (4:00) and cover the latest in the Giants' front office (12:38), the Raiders and Antonio Pierce (19:09), the Seahawks (22:57) and Bengals (25:06) making coordinator changes, the Browns letting two assistants go (26:53), and the latest with the Colts and Dolphins (28:21). Then, Underdog NFL Insider James Palmer joins (32:32) to talk through what he's hearing with head coaching vacancies, including with the Patriots (33:39), the Jets (42:15), the Bears (49:39), and what might be next for former Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo (54:27). Before we sign off, the Fork Committee convenes for one final time this season (56:38) and we run through a few injury updates for playoff teams (59:19). 0:00 New Horizons Monday 4:00 Doug Peterson & Jaguars 12:38 Giants Updates 19:09 Antonio Pierce 22:57 Seahawks Changes 25:06 Bengals Changes 26:53 Browns Changes 28:21 Colts & Dolphins Updates 32:32 James Palmer joins 33:39 Patriots Updates 42:15 Jets Head Coaching Search 49:39 Bears Head Coaching Search 54:27 Lou Anarumo Prospects 56:38 Fork Committee Meeting 59:19 Playoff Injury Updates 1:02:22 Wrap Up Check out DUER’s flagship stores in LA or Denver, or shop online at shopduer.com/HTC for 20% off your first purchase. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.RocketMoney.com/HTC today! Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025