Sunday Mornings with Matt and Myron

Episode: Hour 2: NFL Week 2 Preview
Date: September 14, 2025
Hosts: Andrew Sal Tunis & David Dennis Jr. (in for Matt & Myron)
Platform: ESPN Radio

Episode Overview

Hour two of this special NFL Week 2 Preview is a football-packed blend of analysis, banter, and sports headlines. Andrew Sal Tunis and David Dennis Jr. take listeners on a fast-paced rundown of all things NFL, spotlighting the week’s biggest matchups, emerging storylines, and key player performances. The duo also venture into college football, MLB, fan traditions, and officiating in sports, making this a Sunday sports fix for fans with wide-ranging interests.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Bills vs. Jets – Can Fields Carry the Jets?

[00:29–03:57]

• Justin Fields’ Rise or Jets Curse?
  • Andrew wonders if Justin Fields' promising performance in Week 1 is evidence the Jets finally have a franchise QB, or just a one-off.
  • "Can anybody be good enough to avoid the stink of the Jets? And I don't know if Justin Fields is that guy." (Andrew, [00:56])
• Week 2 Reality Check
  • David stresses this matchup will separate “fool’s gold from what’s sustainable." He compares Fields to "Sam Darnold lite," hinting at a fleeting honeymoon phase.
  • “He looked incredible against that Steelers team...” (David, [03:11])
• Offensive Shootout?
  • Suggests both teams could put up big numbers, expecting a potential "another 40 point game from both these teams" (David, [03:47])
• Line Movement Suggests Jets Action
  • Line moves from Bills -6.5 to -5.5, showing respect for the Jets after Week 1.

Josh Allen: Year of No Doubt?

[03:57–05:34]

• MVP Competition
  • Andrew asks: Is this the year Josh Allen leaves no question about his MVP status?
  • "Is this the year where Josh Allen, you go, all right, he's the MVP, and there's no debate behind it?" (Andrew, [04:17])
• David’s Take:
  • He sees Allen asserting himself as the league's top QB, especially as Mahomes faces more challenges.
  • “Josh Allen has now elevated himself to saying, ‘I am the best in the world.’” (David, [05:28])

Odd Jersey Sightings & Team Fandom

[05:34–05:58]

• Andrew shares spotting a Josh Allen Wyoming jersey at a Temple-Oklahoma game—"He just loves the ball!"

Rams vs. Titans – Rookie QBs and Old Backs

[05:58–09:59]

• Cam Ward’s Debut
  • Andrew applauds the Titans for starting their rookie, noting Ward played well despite the loss.
  • “I would say that's a good start for a rookie.” (Andrew, [06:27])
• David backs up Cam Ward:
  • “I thought he played really good, really well. There were some drop passes there that really changed, especially that last drive.” (David, [06:50])
• Low-Stakes Rebuilding
  • Titans are “not going anywhere,” so letting Ward play is best for growth without excessive risk.
• Matthew Stafford’s Health
  • All eyes on whether Stafford’s back will hold up. Success hinges on his durability, with promising signs from his connection with Puka Nacua.
  • “This is a pretty good test to see how that back holds up.” (Andrew, [08:26])
• Rams' Defense Note
  • David wants to see if Rams’ Week 1 defensive dominance was just a result of playing Houston’s weak offensive line.

Sunday Headlines (with Mikey C.)

[13:26–22:18]

Anthony Rizzo: Ultimate Fan in Chicago

• Threw out first pitch, sang with Eddie Vedder, almost caught a home run bare-handed, quipping, “It's because I'm retired.” (Mikey C., [13:59])
• Friendly debate: is it okay for adults to bring a glove to the ballpark?
  • David: “Wear a glove at any time... by any means necessary.” ([15:07])
  • Andrew & Mikey: Only for kids.

Texas Tech’s Tortilla Toss Tradition at Risk

• Big 12 trying to ban fans throwing tortillas onto the field due to safety concerns.
• Andrew: “I just don't get penalizing traditions. Like, why do we do this?” ([16:41])
• David: “Let them throw tortillas.” ([16:55])

ACC/ESPN’s Replay Transparency Innovation

• Mikey C. describes new over-the-shoulder replay review coverage. Andrew welcomes the transparency for fan engagement.
• David’s “hot take”: “I don't think we need replays at all. I'm so anti replay in all of sports.” ([18:15])
• Andrew: “This is the most surprising segment I've ever done…” ([19:11])
• Back-and-forth weighs the value and futility of replay in sports, officiating, and the difficulty of pleasing fans.

Officiating Woes: Burnout and Turnover

• Referee Gary Patterson quit after a mishandled replay, providing real-world proof of the strain on officials.

Colts, Dolphins, and Broncos – Sorting out Pretenders

[23:21–32:47]

Colts vs. Broncos

• Question: Are Colts for real or were Dolphins just that bad in Week 1?
• David warns that Daniel Jones is facing a top defense now and may not repeat Week 1 success.
• If Colts win, it will raise questions about Denver rookie Bo Nix, who looked "average" in Week 1 despite hype.

Miami Dolphins Spiral?

• Andrew boldly asserts, “The Dolphins are that bad.” ([28:04])
• Multiple signs of dysfunction: poor defense, Tyreek Hill’s sideline frustration, and a players-only meeting already.
• David: “This is a must win in week two just to sustain the possibility of this team even sticking together this season.” ([28:36])
• Discussion of Vic Fangio's “tough love” coaching style and the Miami roster’s struggles adapting to discipline.
• Mike McDaniel’s charm may be wearing thin as league and players appear to be tuning him out.
• Patriots also at a crossroads: rookie Drake May did little to inspire playoff hopes in Week 1.

Cowboys vs. Giants – Must Win, or Meltdown?

[34:30–38:17]

• Dallas' State of Mind
  • Dak Prescott has 13 straight wins over Giants, but both teams are "a mess."
  • Loss of Micah Parsons via trade looms large for Dallas’ defense and identity.
  • Andrew: “This might be a must win game for the Cowboys today.” ([35:59])
• David agrees:
  • “You don't have to just win this... I think you need to win this one convincingly.” ([35:59])
• Playoff Contender?
  • David sees a path to a nine-win season, but not serious contention without defense or a power run game.

Bears vs. Lions – Is the Window Closing in Detroit?

[38:17–43:53]

• Detroit’s Rocky Start
  • Lions' loss to the Packers raises concerns, with Jared Goff’s struggles tied to missing OC Ben Johnson and shaky O-line.
  • David: “Jared Goff flourishes when all the pieces are kind of working around him.” ([39:11])
• Vegas Views
  • Lions still clear favorites over the Bears, but question marks for Chicago rookie Caleb Williams persist after an uneven Week 1.
• Caleb Williams Patience
  • David says Williams is safe for now, but scrutiny will grow if struggles repeat.
• How Open Is the Lions' Window?
  • “There's like a little crack in that window... Those three teams [Packers, Eagles, Rams] look like they are cut above the Lions right now.” (David, [43:00])

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On reading and Philly stereotypes:
  • Andrew: “I read espn.com right. I read text messages from you. I don't read many books.” ([02:32])
  • David: “If you are anybody in the Philadelphia metropolitan area and you've read a book in the last calendar year, please let us know.” ([02:51])
• On tradition vs. safety:
  • Andrew: “I just don't get penalizing traditions.” ([16:41])
• On replay in sports:
  • David: “I'm so anti replay in all of sports that I don't care about these things being over the shoulder. I don't want us to look at them because I don't want replays at all in sports.” ([18:15])
• On the Dolphins' spiral:
  • Andrew: “The Dolphins are that bad.” ([28:04])
  • David: “The window already looks like it's closed. This team, it seems like 10 years ago where they put up 70 points against the Broncos.” ([29:49])
• On the Cowboys’ mindset:
  • Andrew: “This might be a must win game for the Cowboys today.” ([35:59])

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Timestamp | Segment | |-----------|---------| | [00:29] | NFL Headlines – Jets, Bills, Fields | | [03:57] | Josh Allen: MVP Case | | [05:58] | Rams at Titans – Rookie QB Storylines | | [13:26] | Sunday Headlines: Rizzo, Tortillas, Replays, Officiating | | [23:21] | Colts/Broncos/Dolphins struggles | | [34:30] | Cowboys vs Giants – Pressure Cooker | | [38:17] | Bears vs Lions, The Curious Case of Detroit and Chicago |

Final Takeaways

This episode is a punchy, fun, and insightful primer for NFL Week 2 and broader sports debates. Andrew and David bounce between serious breakdowns—Quarterback performances, MVP races, struggling teams—and lighthearted riffs on baseball gloves, college traditions, and the eternal drama of sports officiating. Their chemistry shines in the banter, providing both passionate sports analysis and a relatable, fan-centric perspective perfect for Sunday morning.