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4th Down & Under
Hosted by The Clarke Bros · EN
Welcome to 4th Down and Under, where Australian brothers Jarrad and Ashley bring a fresh, international perspective to the NFL. We blend Aussie humor with gridiron expertise to deliver a unique take on America's favorite sport covering everything from the primetime showdowns to the under-the-radar matchups.
As proud Aussies, we shine a spotlight on the often-overlooked heroes of special teams, the punters especially those Aussies breaking down barriers in the NFL and College football.
Fantasy enthusiasts and betting aficionados will find valuable tips and weekly spread analysis to inform their decisions. But whether you're a seasoned NFL veteran or a curious newcomer, 4th Down and Under caters to all levels of fandom.
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Week 16: The Clarke Bowl Cometh
Dec 20, 202400:45:55Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! Technical difficulties strike again as we lose the majority of our recording, but we're pushing through with what survived - including a deep dive into fantasy football playoffs and championship aspirations.* The Clarke Bowl: Brothers clash in fantasy football semifinals with championship implications and a potential three-peat on the line* Championship Ring Reveal: Breaking down the intricate details of fantasy football championship rings, including personal inscriptions and season narratives* Prime Time Preview: Broncos (9-5) at Chargers (8-6) with major playoff implications - winner nearly locks in postseason spot* AFC Playoff Picture: Analysis of current standings and probability breakdowns for remaining playoff spots* Technical Update: Recording software issues continue, with only 43 minutes surviving from our 2.5-hour recorded episodeLocks of the Week:* Ash: Eagles -3 vs Commanders* Jared: Lions -6.5 vs BearsGet In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (under construction)
Transcribe →Week 15: The Man Just Wants His Pants Around His Ankles
Dec 12, 202401:29:05Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! Despite peak season pressures and seasonal sickness, we're pushing through like Josh Allen against the Rams - putting up the numbers but not quite getting the result we wanted. From tales of peculiar bathroom encounters at a Tennessee Walmart to debating the ethics of hiring attractive people, we're covering it all while we break down Week 15's juiciest matchups, debate the Lions' supremacy, and question if the Broncos' resurgence is legitimate. Featured Matchups:* Lions (-2.5) vs Bills* Ravens (-16.5) vs Giants* Eagles (-5) vs Steelers* Commanders (-7.5) vs Saints* Broncos (-3.5) vs Colts* Panthers (-2.5) vs CowboysLock of the Week:Jarrad: Commanders -7.5 vs SaintsAsh: Panthers -2.5 vs CowboysGet In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (under construction)
Transcribe →Week 14: I'm Taking The Highway, He's Taking The Backroads
Dec 5, 202401:06:36Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! When life throws you a six-hour drive across Tennessee, you record the episode from a Chinese restaurant parking lot. That's exactly what we're doing this week, as Ash brings us tales from his Jacksonville pilgrimage - including a front-row seat to the Trevor Lawrence/Azeez Al-Shaair chaos, premature fan exodus before the Mac Jones' revival, and some colorful fan commentary during the sideline brawl. Meanwhile, we're reviewing King Delicious' questionable wonton soup between stops at various Walmart parking lots, proving the show must go on, even if we're recording it from the outskirts of Nashville.Lock of the Week: - Ash takes Chargers +4 at Arrowhead - Jarrad picks Bills -4.5 at Rams - Debating the merits of underdog vs. favorite strategies Get In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (coming soon)
Transcribe →Week 13: Boundary Cams Don't Exist & Neither Does Giants Leadership
Nov 28, 202402:33:37Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! From Mike Pereira's revelation about the NFL's inequitable boundary cam system to Tom Brady getting notes from Fox executives, we're covering it all this week. The Giants' offensive struggles continue as Malik Nabers voices his frustration, while we break down the epic rushing title race between Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry. All this while Ash prepares for an 18-hour Thanksgiving pilgrimage to Jacksonville.Key Game Breakdowns:* Thanksgiving Triple-Header: - Lions (-10) vs Bears: Detroit looking to maintain NFC's best record - Cowboys (-2.5) vs Giants: Cooper Rush leads Dallas against struggling NY - Packers (-3) vs Dolphins: Cold weather factor looms large at Lambeau* Prime Time Features: - Chiefs (-12) vs Raiders on Black Friday - Bills (-7) vs 49ers: Buffalo fresh off bye, SF battling injuries - Browns vs Broncos (-5.5): Denver's resurgence continues* Featured Matchups: - Eagles (+3) @ Ravens: Battle of conference leaders - Chargers (-2) @ Falcons: Both teams fighting for playoff positioning - Steelers @ Bengals (-2.5): Classic AFC North rivalryOur Locks of the Week:* Ash: Raiders +12 vs Chiefs* Jarrad: Packers -3 vs DolphinsGet In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (under construction)
Transcribe →I Don't Call Plays, I Just Play Football
Nov 23, 202401:47:09Tap to summarizeJarrad reports his Swiss commute observations, where suited businessmen on manual scooters and mysterious bike light thieves have him questioning European culture. We dive into our definitive Canton picks and Hall of Fame credentials with some help from Chat GPT's creative interpretations of Ricky Watters' career.Headlines:- Jets clean house firing GM Joe Douglas amid Aaron Rodgers drama- Giants demote Daniel Jones to QB4, sparking Dexter Lawrence defense- Bill Belichick emerges as potential Jaguars coaching candidate- Ja'Marr Chase's post-game coaching criticism goes viral- Zac Taylor's future in Cincinnati questioned after latest lossHall of Fame Class of 2025 Breakdown:- Antonio Gates - Revolutionizing the TE position- Jared Allen - The Vikings legend with 136 career sacks- Terrell "T-Sizzle" Suggs - Ball So Hard University's finest- Adam Vinatieri - The clutchest kicker in NFL history- Plus passionate cases for Ricky Waters and Vince WilforkGet In Touch:- Email us at 4thdownandunder@gmail.com- Follow us across social media @4thdownandunder- YouTube channel coming soon with video contentEnjoy the weekend of football ahead!
Transcribe →Week 12: The Man Wants To Be Draped In Satin
Nov 22, 202401:55:42Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! This week's episode features a passionate – and completely unexpected – deep dive into NFL helmet design philosophy, where we learn that a man simply wants to be "draped in satin" and that matte finishes with metallic accents are "just a good way to live." We also tackle the great uniform debate, with the Texans' bold red horns and Vikings' winter whites stealing the show, while comparing how different cities handle their winter preparations (spoiler alert: Texas power lines with icicles are basically Game of Thrones-level dangerous).Game Breakdowns* Prime Time Features: - Thursday Night: Steelers (-3.5) @ Browns - Sunday Night: Eagles (-3) @ Rams - Monday Night: Ravens (-3)@ Chargers* Early Window Games: - Vikings (-3.5) @ Bears - Lions (-7.5) @ Colts - Patriots @ Dolphins (-7) - Buccaneers (-6) @ Giants * Late Window Games: - 49ers @ Packers (-2.5) - Cardinals @ Seahawks (-1)* Two Minute Drill: - Chiefs (-11) @ Panthers - Titans @ Texans (-8.5) - Cowboys @ Commanders (-10) - Broncos (-5.5) @ RaidersLock of the Week:* Ash: Eagles -3 vs Rams* Jarrad: Lions -7.5 vs ColtsGet In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (coming soon...we promise!)
Transcribe →We Know Where The Damn Sun's Going To Be
Nov 16, 202401:17:28Tap to summarizeThe Friday energy reaches new heights as we achieve peak comfort with both Clarke Bros finally embracing the robe life. Jarrad rocks his signature wool while Ash debuts in what can only be described as a "size-ambiguous, origin-unknown" waffle-weave number(we're not asking questions). Between our Mom's morning elixir recipes that might rival Aaron Rodgers' cayenne concoctions and her unfiltered feedback, including her mid-podcast napping schedule, we're keeping it real with our day-ones. Plus, we're unveiling a fresh segment that's got us more excited than Jerry Jones talking about stadium architecture. Headlines & Hot Takes:- Anthony Richardson reclaims Colts starting job after two-game benching- Shane Waldron fired as Bears OC amid offensive struggles- D'Omidor Lenoir signs 5-year, $92M extension with 49ers- Dak Prescott & Trevor Lawrence injury impacts- Cowboys' stadium sun drama continues with Jerry Jones refusing curtainsTwo-Minute Drill - Bottom of the Barrel Edition:- Browns at Saints- Colts at Jets- Raiders at Dolphins- Jaguars at Lions- Vikings at TitansGet In Touch:- Email us at 4thdownandunder@gmail.com- Follow us across social media @4thdownandunder- YouTube channel coming soon with video content
Transcribe →Week 11: French Door Dreams & Home Field Advantage
Nov 14, 202401:31:38Tap to summarizeWelcome to 4th Down and Under! After last week's marathon Trade Bonanza and our recent international adventures, we're finally back home and settled into our regular rhythm. While reflecting on our extended coverage of seventh-round picks (lesson learned for next year!), we dive into how NFL teams handle international travel - from private chefs and familiar food to the impact of sleeping in strange beds and dealing with jet lag.Game Breakdowns* Prime Time: - Commanders @ Eagles (-3.5): Battle for NFC East supremacy - Bengals @ Chargers (-1.5): Both teams seeking consistency - Texans @ Cowboys (-7.5): Battle for Texas in prime timeFeatured Matchups: - Packers @ Bears (-5.5): Chicago's offensive coordinator shakeup - Rams @ Patriots (-4.5): Two teams struggling to find identity - Ravens @ Steelers (+3): Classic AFC North rivalry - Seahawks @ 49ers (-6.5): Critical NFC West showdown - Chiefs @ Bills (-2.5): Potential playoff previewLock of the Week:* Ash: Packers -5.5 vs Bears* Jarrad: Texans -7.5 @ CowboysGet In Touch:* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (under construction)
Transcribe →The Great Trade Bonanza: Jerry's Kaleidoscope Vision
Nov 10, 202401:35:33Tap to summarizeWe're breaking format this week with a special Trade Deadline bonanza! The NFL trade deadline delivered more action than a German soccer crowd, and we're here to break down every move from seventh-round shuffles to fourth-round fleecings with a special deep dive into Jerry Jones' vintage film and projection slideshow techniques. Biggest Trade Deadline Moves:- Za'darius Smith to Lions- Marshon Lattimore to Commanders- Jonathan Mingo to Cowboys... Plus More Deadline DealsTwo-Minute Drill - Bottom of the Barrel Edition:- Giants vs Panthers (Germany Game)- Patriots at Bears- Titans at ChargersGet In Touch:- Email us at 4thdownandunder@gmail.com- Website coming soon at 4thdownandunder.com
Transcribe →Week 10: Commissioner Wagner & The Saints' New Rizzler
Nov 8, 202401:14:27Tap to summarizeWe're back and firing at 2:40am for another episode of 4th Down and Under.*Quick note: Our recording software failed us and we lost the first 20 minutes of pure gold where we broke down the epic Clarke Bowl fantasy matchup and ranted about restaurants that run out of food well before closing time (looking at you, Bahamas Fish shop). You'll have to take our word for it - it was some of our best work!*Primetime Matchups - Bengals @ Ravens (TNF): Baltimore favored by 6 in crucial AFC North battle - Lions @ Texans (SNF): Detroit (-3.5) looking to prove they're NFL's best - Dolphins @ Rams (MNF): Close line suggests Vegas sees an even matchupFeatured Games - Eagles (-7) @ Cowboys: Cooper Rush steps in for injured Dak - Bills (-4) @ Colts: Buffalo aims to extend winning streak - 49ers (-6) @ Buccaneers: Our Niners getting healthy post-bye - Vikings (-7) @ Jaguars: Minnesota continues surprising runNotable Storylines* The Rizzler Rise: Breaking down Darren Rizzi's promotion to Saints interim HC* Bobby Wagner wants Goodell's job?* Finally figured out those confusing NFL flex scheduling rules* Debating if Saquon's backwards hurdle was really "the greatest run ever"* CMC watch: Our boy's looking ready to returnLock of the Week* Ash: Lions -3.5 vs Texans* Jarrad: Bills -4 vs ColtsGet In Touch* Email: 4thdownandunder@gmail.com* Website: 4thdownandunder.com (Coming Soon)Stay tuned for our special Trade Deadline show dropping this weekend.
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