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Episode: Super Wildcard Weekend Recap | Out of Bounds (Ep. 1933)
Date: January 13, 2026
Hosts: Joe Pisapia ("Joey P"), Scott Bogman
Guest (brief segment): Producer Seth (Bears Fan)

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into "Super Wildcard Weekend" NFL playoff action, breaking down the biggest moments, turning points, and fantasy football implications from each game. Joe and Scott bring both humor and serious football analysis as they take listeners through thrilling comebacks, defensive battles, quarterback heroics, controversial coaching decisions, and what it all means for fantasy managers and franchises moving forward. Bears superfan Seth joins to relive Chicago's epic victory. The show also includes interactive "fact or fiction" takes, audience Q&A, and looks ahead to next weekend's games.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Super Wildcard Weekend – Entertainment & Drama ([00:05])

• “Super wildcard weekend was super. It was great. It really was start to ... entertaining football all the way around.” – Joe [00:05]
• The hosts note the level of drama and excitement, including close games, defensive showdowns, and major comebacks.

2. Patriots vs. Chargers: Defensive Duel ([01:09])

• “If you like defense, that was a defense game. The Chargers defense played great. Patriots defense played better.” – Joe [01:29]
• Only one touchdown scored, but it was the largest margin of victory for the weekend.
• Shoutout to Justin Herbert’s resilience:

  “That guy got lit up last night and he kept coming back for more. That was a very, very Warrior-esque performance…” – Joe [01:46]

• Analysis of how Patriots defense confused Herbert and why Chargers fans are frustrated by heroic QB efforts that fall short.

3. Rams vs. Panthers: Momentum Shift ([03:11])

• Hosts recap how the Rams’ failure to play conservatively with the lead let the Panthers back in:

  “When you have your foot on the gas … you don’t let them up off the floor.” – Joe [03:11]

• Debated coaching decisions on 4th down and letting the home crowd back into the game.

4. The Bears’ Insane Comeback & Chicago’s Mood ([05:13])

• Seth, resident Bears fan, recounts emotional rollercoaster and the city’s reaction:

  “I'm surprised there wasn't an earthquake in Chicago with the fans going nuts after the DJ Moore touchdown.” – Seth [06:12] “If there’s any time to believe that anything is possible ... anything is possible with this Bears team.” – Seth [06:40]

• Hosts riff on Bears fans turning from pessimism to full belief after the win.
• Renewal of Bears-Packers rivalry discussed:

  “I like this renewed vigor of this rivalry ... you’re starting to feel like little brother is starting to feel tough and putting their chest out.” – Joe [08:23]

5. Other Game Recaps & Takeaways

Bills vs. Jaguars ([09:54])

• Jags “had a shot here,” but Trevor Lawrence’s late interception hurt their franchise QB narrative.
• Praise for Josh Allen’s toughness:

  “Josh Allen got beat up, but Josh Allen prevailed once again. Put on the superhero cape and kept going.” – Joe [10:27]

• Jaguars’ season seen as a huge positive, high optimism for the future with coached-up Lawrence and improved offense ([11:44])

49ers vs. Eagles ([12:23])

• Eagles’ fans deeply frustrated; A.J. Brown’s sideline drama “untenable.”
• George Kittle’s devastating Achilles injury: “He’s off my draft board ... I mean, there’s a chance he retires.” – Bogman [13:56]
• Analysis of possible A.J. Brown trade and the ripple effect on the Eagles’ locker room ([14:46]-[19:13]).
• “[The] Eagles ... are not what they were last year.” – Bogman [16:56]

6. Fantasy & Team Outlooks

• Further analysis of dynasty and redraft implications for players like A.J. Brown, George Kittle, and Rashid Rice ([23:08]).
• Concerns over Chiefs’ future with Patrick Mahomes’ injury and Rashee Rice’s off-field actions:

  “Playing in the NFL is a privilege. It is not a right. This guy keeps effing up.” – Bogman [24:28]

7. Interactive "Fact or Fiction" & Lightning Takes ([25:24])

• Listeners submit bold statements for hosts to weigh as “fact or fiction,” including:
  • Will the Steelers be shut out? (No.)
  • Will Texans play the Bills for the AFC title? (Probably not.)
  • Is Mike McDaniel done as a head coach? (Not yet, could resurface as an OC soon.)
  • Will Harbaugh coach the Raiders? (Hosts doubt it—[30:12])
  • Is AD Mitchell a top-25 fantasy WR next year? (Depends on the Jets’ QB.)
  • Will Aaron Rodgers retire? (Probably fiction; maybe one more year.)
  • Are the Panthers a playoff team next year? (Joe: fact. Bogs: QB could change that.)
  • Is Colson Loveland a fantasy stud in ’26? (Yes—“Fact.”)
  • Is CMC still a top-5 draft pick? (Unanimous “Fact.”)
  • Are Chargers closer to being real contenders, or to a cliff? (Both! – “They’re right at the edge, depending on health.”)
  • Has Geno Smith started his final NFL game? (“Fact.”)
  • Will the Giants be the NFC’s best rebuild? (Split opinion.)

8. Touchdown & Game Predictions ([38:18])

• Each host picks fantasy touchdown scorers for next week (examples: Josh Allen, R.J. Harvey, Puka Nacua, JSN, Colson Loveland).
• Predictions for next weekend’s playoff games:
  • Bills vs. Broncos: Both lean Denver to win at home ([40:46])
  • Seattle vs. San Fran: Niners to cover, but Seattle to win ([41:04])
  • Bears as home underdog: Joe picks Bears to cover with “weird magic” ([41:16])
  • Score prediction for Steelers game: “Six to three Steelers. Perfect.” – Bogman [42:39]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Josh Allen got beat up, but Josh Allen prevailed once again. Put on the superhero cape and kept going.” —Joe [10:27]
• “I’m surprised there wasn’t an earthquake in Chicago with the fans going nuts after the DJ Moore touchdown.” – Seth [06:12]
• “If there’s any time to believe that anything is possible ... anything is possible with this Bears team. We have a shot.” – Seth [06:40]
• “You play to the standard. That’s doesn’t matter what the situation is.” – Bogman [04:15]
• “You know what? I think Arthur Smith is still a decent coach. Quarterbacks improve under him. I hate his system. I don’t like it.” – Bogman [15:52]
• “My moment of the week? That has to go to the Jauan Jennings pass. That was just perfect play call ... It’s dicey to call those specifically in a playoff game, but Shanahan had it at the perfect time.” – Bogman [21:29]
• “Playing in the NFL is a privilege. It is not a right. This guy keeps effing up (Rashee Rice).” – Bogman [24:28]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [00:05] — Overview & Super Wildcard Weekend excitement
• [01:09] — Patriots/Chargers defensive showdown, Justin Herbert’s toughness
• [03:11] — Rams/Panthers recap & coaching decision debate
• [05:13] — Bears comeback, Seth’s fan perspective, Bears-Packers rivalry
• [09:54] — Bills/Jaguars: Allen vs. Lawrence, Jags’ future
• [12:23] — 49ers/Eagles: Eagles’ collapse, Kittle injury, A.J. Brown drama
• [23:08] — Chiefs’ future, Rashid Rice, dynasty implications
• [25:24] — "Fact or Fiction" fan Q&A and hot takes
• [38:18] — Touchdown predictions for next week
• [40:46] — Playoff game picks: Bills/Broncos, Seahawks/49ers, Bears/Rams
• [42:39] — Steelers game score prediction: “Six to three Steelers ... Perfect.”

Episode Tone

Lively, irreverent, and conversational—a mix of sharp football analysis and banter. Joe and Scott balance fan passion with sound fantasy insight and don’t shy from bold opinions or lighthearted jabs.

Useful for...

• Catching up on all the key storylines and fantasy implications from Super Wildcard Weekend
• Fantasy managers looking for early reads on 2026 draft values or dynasty pivots
• Fans of the Bears, Packers, Bills, Jaguars, Eagles, Niners, Chargers, and more
• Listeners wanting both national perspective and true “locker room” banter