Exciting Mics Episode 19 Recap

Cooper & Reed on Eagles Trades, Bye Week, Packers Preview & More
Date: November 6, 2025
Hosts: Cooper DeJean & Reed Blankenship

Overview

In this lively episode, Eagles defensive backs Cooper DeJean & Reed Blankenship return from their bye week with big energy. The duo shares stories from their time off, gives candid locker room takes on newly acquired Eagles teammates, digs into NFC shakeups, reviews Halloween costumes, and previews their upcoming clash against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Listeners also get a look at the players' superstitions, Philly culture shocks, and a hilarious fan Q&A.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Post-Bye Week Vibes & Recharging (01:41–06:19)

• Both hosts felt rejuvenated after the bye.
• Reed returned to Chattanooga to see family, enjoy some southern pot roast, and relax (“Big carb load when I went home. That’s how you do it down south.” – Reed, 03:29).
• Cooper visited his Iowa hometown, indulged in family time, and mom’s homemade desserts (Scotcharoo and Puppy Chow).
• Both emphasized the value of stepping back: “I really didn’t do a whole lot... just relaxed. My mom cooked up a meal for me.” – Cooper, 03:41
• Reflections on how the timing of the bye week splitting the season helps with morale and energy.

2. Eagles’ Midseason Trades & New Teammates (06:25–08:46)

• Howie Roseman’s active trade deadline caught attention: Jair Alexander, Michael Carter, and Jalen Phillips now join the Eagles’ defense. Returnees BG (Brandon Graham) and Nolan Smith also bolster depth.
• Hosts praise “open arms” locker room culture for integrating new arrivals. “Cool dudes, really. They’re gonna fit right in, dude.” – Cooper, 07:24; Reed, 07:43
• Discussed emotional and career aspects of being involved in trade rumors.

3. Around the NFL: Bye Week Observations (09:11–13:08)

• Reed caught Colts vs. Steelers game: “Colts had six turnovers. It’s hard to win a game when you lose the turnover battle, no matter who you are.” (09:35)
• Banter about the wild, high-scoring Bears-Bengals (89 points!) and player injuries (Jaden Daniels, Cam Scatter).
• Reflection on NFC standings shake-up after Lions and Packers losses, vaulting Eagles to #1.

4. Philly Culture Shocks: The Word "Jawn" (13:10–14:01)

• Reed admits his biggest Philly culture struggle is “the word Jawn.” (“Is it a verb or a noun or both?” – Reed, 13:22).
• Ongoing efforts to decode local language and customs, with Cooper joking about always being outsiders.

5. Locker Room & Team Life: Halloween Costumes (15:30–21:05)

• “Exciting Fits” segment showcases funny and memorable team Halloween costumes:
  • Landon Dickerson as a T-Rex (“I feel like this fits Landon really well.” – Cooper, 16:46)
  • Jalen Hurts as a janitor (“Clean up, man.” – Reed, 17:51)
  • Fred Johnson as Sully from Monsters, Inc.
  • Cooper’s own last-minute Teletubby costume (“Didn’t even realize until I saw the pictures.” – Cooper, 19:12)
• Reed missed out on dressing up and felt guilty for leaving the porch light on at home, accidentally tricking trick-or-treaters.

6. Lifestyle, Habits, and Fashion Jokes (21:09–24:01)

• Running gag: Cooper keeps forgetting to remove price tags from new outfits (“Hey bro, you and tags, man.” – Reed, 23:24).
• Cooper’s obsession with sweatsuits, inspired by Eagles’ staff legend Big Dom.
• Teasing Reed to join Cooper at Flyers and Sixers games: “We’re gonna get Reed to a couple Sixers games, a couple Flyers games.” – Cooper, 23:37

7. Fan Gear Shortage & Team Store Woes (27:09–28:10)

• Fan calls out lack of Reed Blankenship jerseys in the pro shop (“I saw no Reed Blankenship.” – Fan, 27:54).
• Reed jokes, “I guess only one white guy per shop – just take it on the chin, man.” (28:00), showing his laid-back humor about underrepresentation.

8. Future Reality Shows & “Catching Kelsey” Chat (28:16–29:58)

• Revisiting last week’s Q&A: What would a reality show starring their co-host look like?
• Reed’s suggested title: “A Boy From Bama.”
• Cooper wants a creative football-themed dating show – “Catching Coop?” – but no clear name is settled.

9. Packers Preview: Lambeau Field Anticipation (30:02–32:41)

• Next matchup: Monday Night Football at Lambeau Field.
• Excitement about NFL “bucket list” stadium experience: “It’s a dream of mine.” – Reed, 30:15
• Discussing the Packers’ dangerous run game, snowy weather possibilities, and the unique “stadium in a neighborhood” setup.
• Emphasis on coming out fast after the bye and facing a hungry opponent.

10. Fan Q&A: Superstitions & Desert Island (33:09–37:12)

• Fan Austin from New Jersey asks about pregame rituals:
  • Reed’s superstition: specific waffles with powdered sugar, grape Pedialyte, same two pump-up songs since high school (My Moment & My House) – (33:20–34:09)
  • Cooper: repeats same music and routines, same belt hole every game.
• “If stranded on an island, who: takes charge/goes rogue/caused the stranding?”
  • Brandon Graham would motivate the group
  • Sydney Brown might go rogue
  • Saquon Barkley or Reed himself could get them stranded (“Saquon would be so intense, he’d convince everyone to go the wrong way!” – Reed, 36:48)
• “These are good questions. I like that.” – Cooper, 37:06

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Howie’s always working. Anytime you get good players on your football team, it’s exciting.” – Cooper, 06:54
• “I just sat around, relaxed. My mom cooked up a meal for me.” – Cooper, 03:41
• “Colts had six turnovers. It’s hard to win a game when you lose the turnover battle, no matter who you are.” – Reed, 09:35
• “I feel like Lambeau’s a place you as a player want to play a game the most.” – Cooper, 30:19
• “Big carb load when I went home. That’s how you do it down south.” – Reed, 03:29
• “I think we should do a dating show... I don’t know what we would call it though.” – Reed, 28:35
• “Brandon Graham would definitely be the hype man on a desert island.” – Cooper, 35:34

Important Timestamps

• 01:41: Post-bye week energy and reuniting in the locker room
• 03:17: Reed’s southern homecoming and favorite pot roast
• 04:08: Cooper’s Iowa visit and family dessert talk
• 06:25: Discussion on new Eagles trades (Jair Alexander, Michael Carter, Jalen Phillips)
• 09:11: NFL Week 9 mayhem – turnovers, shootouts, and injury updates
• 13:22: Philly slang struggles: “Jawn”
• 15:30: Halloween costume recap
• 19:05: Cooper’s Teletubby costume reveal
• 23:17: Ongoing “tag-on-the-clothes” joke
• 27:54: Fan mentions store snub of Reed Blankenship merch
• 30:02: Previewing Monday night at Lambeau Field
• 33:20: Superstition deep dive – waffles, grape Pedialyte, song playlists
• 35:23: Eagles deserted island leaders and wildcards in a fun Q&A

Tone & Style

Cooper and Reed keep it informal and authentic – teasing each other, poking fun at mistakes, sharing homegrown stories, and letting listeners in on both their team’s business and personal quirks. This episode is a seamless mix of genuine football insight, team camaraderie, and jokes fans can relate to.

For Listeners

You’ll leave this episode feeling like a fly on the locker room wall — whether you want football analysis, Philly slang lessons, or what it’s like to show up to Halloween dressed as a Teletubby. The hosts’ banter, unscripted candor, and openness about team life and personal habits make “Exciting Mics” a must-listen for any Eagles fan or anyone who loves authentic pro athlete stories.

Go Birds!