Pardon My Take: NFL Week 5, Fastest 2 Minutes, Broncos Big Win, Bucs Win In A Shootout, Jayden Daniels Back + Who’s Back And Playoff Baseball

Date: October 6, 2025
Hosts: Big Cat, PFT Commenter
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A raucous and riotous NFL Week 5 recap, including the Fastest 2 Minutes, in-depth game breakdowns, lightning-fast banter over breakout and breakdown performances, playoff baseball pain, and the emotional ride of sports fandom—from on-field drama to off-field podcast feuds.

1. Episode Overview

The PMT crew powers through a wild, topsy-turvy Week 5 across the NFL, reliving the chaos through their signature “Fastest 2 Minutes” segment before breaking down each matchup in detail. The guys highlight the Broncos' statement win, a high-scoring Bucs-Seahawks showdown, Jayden Daniels' comeback, and the pain/joy of their own fandom during playoff baseball. Along the way, the chemistry between hosts leads to the now-classic Gambling Cave blowup, plus a heartfelt eulogy for a fallen Panthers podcast and the ever-popular “Who’s Back of the Week.”

2. Key Segments and Discussion Points

A. Fastest 2 Minutes (03:40–10:34)

• The episode opens with a high-energy, pun-heavy rapid-fire recap of Sunday’s NFL action—including everything from coach name trivia (first ever Kevin vs. Kevin game: Vikings vs. Browns) to absurd pop culture references and fake player names.
• Notable moments:
  • Vikings edge the Browns in London, behind a clutch drive from Carson Wentz.
  • The Lions throttle the Bengals—Trey Hendrickson called “Jimi Hendrickson” in a Hendrix lyric spoof.
  • Broncos storm the Eagles, led by Bo Nix in a monster fourth quarter.
  • Panthers, Bucs, Saints, and Cowboys games summarized with irreverent, custom musical numbers and movie references.

B. NFL Week 5—Detailed Recap & Debate (11:27–80:00)

Vikings 21, Browns 17 (12:47–18:29)

• Carson Wentz goes 9–9 on the game-winning drive; Jordan Addison scores after a mysterious early benching ("Bobby Bowden Suspension").
• Browns first-start QBs now 0–17 since 1999 (17:51)—“That’s almost an unbelievable … very hard to do.”—PFT
• Browns haven't topped 17 points in 10 straight games—longest streak since 2000.

Broncos 21, Eagles 17 (31:58–40:53)

• Bo Nix rebounds from a weak start for a perfect fourth quarter; Broncos D dominates with 6 sacks of Hurts.
• Quote: “That was, I would say, one of the biggest wins the Broncos have had.” —Big Cat (31:58)
• Eagles’ coaching and play-calling comes under fire—only 1 handoff in the 2nd half.
• Debate: Is it good for the Eagles to finally lose one? Saquon Barkley thinks so; Big Cat and Max (Eagles fan) argue over the “good loss” concept.

The Gambling Cave Feud (41:24–58:12)

• A heated argument between Hank (who bet Broncos ML in his “Hungry Dog” parlay) and Max (dejected Eagles fan), sparked by Hank’s celebratory trolling and physical hat-removal escalates to a full-on, friends-getting-chippy moment.
• Quote: “Everybody has been in this situation … If you don’t get in a fight with your friends about gambling … you just don’t have friends.” —Big Cat (52:39)
• The fight is deconstructed, replayed, and ultimately resolved—but only after finger-pointing, apologies, and an uproarious review of “Doddington Bones.”

Saints 26, Giants 14 (62:06–68:12)

• Saints (Spencer Rattler) finally get a win. Giants’ rookie Jackson Dart throws up five straight turnover drives. Dable’s job security in question.
• Stat: First time a Saints-drafted QB has won a game for the franchise since 1998.

Cowboys 37, Jets 22 / Jets Postmortem (68:40–81:08)

• Dak in MVP form. Dallas offense humming despite injuries.
• The Jets, now 0–5, still winless with zero takeaways in five games—a first in NFL history.
• Memes (in-house Jets superfan) laments his Madden rebuild project, shares his pain, and credits the therapy of fattening the show’s social media graphics.

Colts, Panthers, Dolphins, and Other Games (83:44–121:08)

• Daniel Jones is “playing fast,” Colts and Jonathan Taylor roll.
• Panthers salvage a win against the Dolphins behind Rico Dowdle and Ted McMillan.
• Emotional tribute to the now-defunct Meow Mix Panthers podcast (“since 2019, 30–74 record”)—Big Cat and PFT speculate how losing fandom can break even the most die-hard podcasters.
  • Quote: "They did a 30 minute podcast where they’re basically like, ‘this is ruining our lives.’" —Big Cat (93:43)
• Titans win a chaotic, low-stakes classic: “First team ever to lose three straight on a walk-off kick—Cardinals.”

Lions 37, Bengals 24 (122:47–128:13)

• Bet the Lions and retire: Detroit covers, dominates.
• Jamar Chase, forced into triple duty, was the Bengals’ leading tackler during the game—raising the existential question: has a receiver also led tackles before?
• Discussion on Cincinnati’s QB woes and Michigan’s newfound dominance over Ohio sports.

Commanders 27, Chargers 10 / PMT Bowl Preview (130:11–142:08)

• Jaden Daniels returns to form after a well-timed cleat change. Commanders flip the script.
• Bill Crosby Merritt and Luke McCaffrey praised; Bill merch promoted.
• Chargers’ collapse tied to o-line attrition and Commanders’ defense finally getting pressure.
• PMT inner circle drama—PFT wins a football bet from Shane, which leads to more good-natured squabbling.

Bucs 38, Seahawks 35 / Baker & Darnold Redemption (146:05–153:56)

• Bucs win the “funnest” game; Baker Mayfield throws for 379 yards. Called “the most fun team in the NFL … Not even close.”
• Rookie Emeka Egbuka goes off again. Uniform matchup (Bucs throwbacks, Seahawks neon) gets rave reviews.
• Both Baker and Darnold, once cast-offs, ball out; PMT declares victory for never giving up on either QB.
  • Quote: "Credit to us—this was our bowl, four years ago we weren’t done with Sam Darnold or Baker Mayfield. And we were proven right." —Big Cat (150:08)

C. Playoff Baseball Anguish & Recap (167:09–181:08)

• Max (Phillies) and Big Cat (Cubs) spiral into mourning as their teams falter in the playoff openers.
• Max: Laments wasted chances, tipping scandals, and the Philly bullpen. A loss feels like “might be done with baseball mode” (177:23).
• Big Cat on Cubs manager’s mishandling of starter Matthew Boyd, second-guessing bullpen decisions ("short rest is for the end of a series, not the first game").
• Both guys agree: “Celebrate everything” in baseball—but maybe pour the beers don’t drink them after wild card wins.

D. Who’s Back of the Week & Notable Quotes (155:58–166:05)

• Taylor Swift “back” with a new album—a “not her best” according to PMT’s house Swifties.
• Lesbian memes meme: Viral lookalike brings PMT universe laughs.
• NHL returns (“way too soon”); Hank and PFT have a $5,000 golf match.
• Quote: “If you haven’t had a friend fight over gambling, you don’t have friends.” —Big Cat (52:39)
• Quote: “Baker Mayfield is awesome. First player with 375+ yards and under 5 incompletions. What a stud.” —Big Cat (146:52)

3. Memorable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• “Carson Wentz on the final drive went 9 for 9, 71 yards … Vikings won. Carson Wentz had every opportunity to lose this game … and he didn’t.” —Big Cat (13:15)
• “That was, I would say, one of the biggest wins the Broncos have had.” —Big Cat (31:58)
• “Everybody has been in this situation. If you don’t get in a fight with your friends about gambling … you just don’t have friends.” —Big Cat (52:39)
• “Credit to us … this was our bowl, four years ago we weren’t done with Sam Darnold or Baker Mayfield. And we were proven right.” —Big Cat (150:08)
• “The Jets, now 0–5, still winless with zero takeaways in five games—a first in NFL history.” (72:05)
• “Meow Mix, the Panthers podcast, after a 30–74 record, called it quits: ‘This is ruining our lives.’” —Big Cat (93:43)
• “Bet the Lions and retire.” —Big Cat (123:51)

4. Important Timestamps & Segments

• 03:40 - Fastest 2 Minutes begins
• 12:47 - Vikings/Browns in-depth
• 31:58 - Broncos/Eagles turning point and debate
• 41:24 - The Gambling Cave PMT feud erupts
• 62:06 - Saints finally win; Giants turnovers
• 68:40 - Cowboys/Jets; Jets futility, Memes depression
• 83:44 - Mid-show; Colts, Panthers, listener stories
• 93:43 - The Meow Mix Panther podcast eulogy
• 122:47 - Lions put Bengals away, Jamar Chase tackles
• 130:11 - Commanders, the perfect football bet, and PMT Bowl preview
• 146:05 - Bucs outduel Seahawks, Baker & Darnold redemption
• 155:58 - Who’s Back of the Week (Taylor Swift “not her best”)
• 167:09 - Playoff baseball pain and grim acceptance
• 181:20 - Closing thoughts: Golf, MLB must-win, PMT family vibes

5. Overall Tone and Vibe

• Irreverent, passionate, hilariously self-aware.
• Equal parts football expertise, high-energy fandom, and group-therapy for gamblers, losers, and sports guys everywhere.
• Layered with inside jokes, pop-culture riffs, and trademark PMT banter (e.g., nicknames like “Dottington Bones,” podcast eulogies, and voodoo dolls).

For Those Who Haven’t Listened

This episode is a perfect encapsulation of PMT: a fast-moving, content-rich, and deeply funny journey through NFL Week 5’s biggest storylines, the agony of being a fan, real-life friendship eruptions, and the big and small rituals that come with sports obsession. You’ll laugh, maybe cringe, definitely relate—regardless of what’s happening in your own team’s season.

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