Talkin’ Cowboys: "Anyone Can Cook" – Episode Summary

Podcast: Talkin’ Cowboys
Date: November 26, 2025
Hosts: Kyle Yeomans, Patrick “No C” Walker, Isaiah Stanback, Josh Rodriguez, Chris Beam (Producer)

Episode Overview

In this Thanksgiving special, the Talkin’ Cowboys crew gathers at The Star in Frisco for a lively breakdown of the upcoming Cowboys vs. Chiefs Thanksgiving showdown, sharing gratitude, football insights, and plenty of playful holiday banter. The show moves seamlessly from Cowboys headlines to the matchup preview, injury news, deep strategic dives (“lab coat” analysis), college football talk, a bold predictions game with a movie twist, and their weekly pick ‘em challenge.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Thanksgiving Spirit & Cowboys Community

• The hosts kick off with warm holiday wishes and camaraderie, setting a fun and familial tone (01:11).
• Isaiah Stanback’s Black Friday stories and bargain-hunting adventures entertain the crew (03:37).

2. Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving Matchup

• The main football focus is the highly anticipated Thanksgiving Day matchup: Dallas Cowboys vs. Kansas City Chiefs.
• Injury Updates:
  • For the Cowboys: Good news, most players trending up; only rookie tackle Tyler Guyton expected to miss the game.
  • Chiefs: Guard Trey Smith’s doubtful status is spotlighted as a major loss for Kansas City’s offensive line (10:11–11:04).
    • “He was the only offensive lineman that stuck out to me when I was watching film. That dude’s a problem.” — Isaiah Stanback [10:47]

3. Deep Dive: Chiefs Offense & Cowboys Defense

• The “Lab Coat” Segment (12:10–19:11):
  • Patrick’s advanced film breakdown reveals Kareem Hunt is still dangerous due to his vision and yards-after-contact.
    • “Kareem Hunt still has vision. His vision is elite, and he still has a good enough change of direction.” — Patrick Walker [12:15]
  • Without Trey Smith, Hunt’s effectiveness drops (“from 4.5 to 2.8 ypc”).
  • Tackling discipline is highlighted: linebackers, but also corners, must finish Hunt to limit big gains.
  • Discuss the dangers of playing zone coverage versus man against Chiefs WR Rashee Rice:
    • “Rashee Rice against the Colts: 122 yards in zone. Might be a day to get up and press him.” — Patrick Walker [16:04]
    • The hosts urge the Cowboys to risk penalties and play press-man rather than soft zone, to avoid the Chiefs’ “death by a thousand screens” approach.

4. Andy Reid and the Ever-Evolving Chiefs

• The Chiefs’ offensive creativity and adaptability is admired, with references to documentaries showing Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes inventing new game plans each week [18:26].
• “They pride themselves on changing their playbook… completely upending their playbook from one week to the next.” — Kyle Yeomans [18:56]

5. College Football Minute (25:03–29:48)

• Patrick and Isaiah share updates on their alma maters (Georgia, Washington), with Kyle lamenting North Texas head coach Eric Morris’ departure and the potential after-effects for the Mean Green.
• Fun banter about Conference Championship and future playoff possibilities.

6. "Get Your Popcorn Ready": Bold Predictions Movie Segment (29:49–35:13)

• Josh orchestrates a Thanksgiving-themed movie segment for bold predictions:
  • Eat, Pray, Shove: Javante Williams scores 2 red zone TDs.
  • Kansas City Chef: Mahomes throws for 350+ yards (crew skeptical).
  • Shotatouille (“Anyone Can Cook”): Cowboys put up a “40 burger” (40 points).
  • The crew overwhelmingly sides with “Eat, Pray, Shove,” expecting the Cowboys’ run game to shine, especially on the edges but possibly up the middle as well.
    • “I too believe in Javante. But unlike Isaiah… I will say, once you establish attacking the edges, go ahead and run that thing up that dirty middle.” — Patrick Walker [34:16]

7. Local Connections: Overshown vs. Mahomes

• Patrick points out the sentimental “Battle of East Texas” angle: Cowboys’ DeMarvion Overshown faces fellow Tyler, Texas native Patrick Mahomes, fulfilling Overshown’s childhood dream (36:04–38:22).
  • “At that time, it became one of his biggest dreams to either play with Patrick Mahomes or to play against Patrick Mahomes. This Thanksgiving will be the first time he actually gets to achieve that particular dream.” — Patrick Walker [37:15]
  • The crew laughs about Overshown putting the pressure on himself for a Thanksgiving breakout performance.

8. Weekly Pick ‘Em & Score Predictions (44:53–53:37)

• The crew and caller Abe in Las Vegas run through the week’s closest NFL games and reveal their Cowboys-Chiefs picks.
• Unanimous prediction: Cowboys win, but with varying “how.”
  • Most believe Dallas’ defense is the difference.
  • Some see a close game (24–20, 30–23), others call for an offensive explosion.
  • “I don’t think Patrick Mahomes is getting 350 [yards]… I think there’s more likely Dallas puts up a 40-burger.” — Kyle Yeomans [35:13]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Black Friday shopping:
  “Isaiah's going to pay more in tolls than he is saving money.” — Kyle Yeomans [04:47]
• On multi-tasking during Cowboys games:
  “No see has a thousand things going… It’s pretty impressive.” — Isaiah Stanback [06:51], [07:54]
• On the risk of playing soft zone vs. the Chiefs:
  “If you give them space, this team will destroy you … It will be the most discouraging thing in the world.” — Isaiah Stanback [17:46]
• Lab coat stats moment:
  “Hunt generated a career high 103 yards after contact … Once Trey Smith left … that dropped to 2.8 yards per carry.” — Patrick Walker [13:54]
• On Andy Reid’s playcalling:
  “This is Andy Reid, one of the best petty callers in football.” — Kyle Yeomans [18:02]
• Popcorn Movie Predictions Recap:
  “I believe in Javante.” — Isaiah Stanback [33:29] “I too believe in Javante. … Go ahead and run that thing up that dirty middle.” — Patrick Walker [34:16]
• Overshown/Mahomes storyline:
  “My voice is going to be in his [Mahomes’] because I’m going to be chasing him around all day.” — Paraphrasing DeMarvion Overshown via Patrick Walker [38:15]
• Final Cowboys prediction:
  “This could be a win unlike any other in NFL history: beating both previous Super Bowl representatives in a short week.” — Kyle Yeomans [52:51]

Approximate Timeline for Major Segments

• 01:11: Thanksgiving greetings & Black Friday stories
• 03:33: Chiefs-Cowboys matchup preview begins
• 10:11–13:54: Injury news & “lab coat” film analysis
• 15:20–19:50: Discussion on zone vs. man coverage, Chiefs’ scheme, and defensive strategy
• 25:03–29:48: College Football Minute
• 29:49–35:13: Get Your Popcorn Ready: Movie Bold Predictions
• 36:04–38:22: Overshown vs. Mahomes — East Texas storyline
• 44:53–53:37: Pick ‘Em games and Cowboys-Chiefs predictions

Tone & Energy

• The show is energetic, humorous, and authentic — mixing technical football analysis with locker room-level joking and heartfelt shoutouts.
• All hosts maintain a positive and passionate attitude about the Cowboys, blending serious strategy debates with light-hearted celebrations of food, fandom, and friendship.

Conclusion

This episode delivers high-level football analysis, captivating storytelling, and vibrant team chemistry. Cowboys fans are left hyped for Thanksgiving’s titanic clash with the Chiefs, equipped with a deeper understanding of keys to victory and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments to carry into the holiday.

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