The Bobby Bones Show: 25W - Around the Room: What is Your Best Physical Trait? + Why Eddie Has Already Cursed the Patriots and Rams + Former NFL C Mitch Morse on Harry Potter Influencing Him to Retire

Date: January 22, 2026
Host: Bobby Bones (Premiere Networks)
Special Guest: Mitch Morse (former NFL center)

Episode Overview

This episode delivers The Bobby Bones Show’s signature blend of humor, sports talk, and personal banter. The crew debates their “best physical traits,” dives into football betting and how Eddie’s “curse” is jinxing teams, then brings in former NFL center Mitch Morse for an insightful (and sometimes hilarious) interview about his career, retirement, and why a Harry Potter tour in London helped him hang up his cleats.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Mexican Food Orders and Drink Confusion

[03:19–07:34]

• The crew starts with a light segment about Kevin’s attempts to order Mexican food online. The confusion between huarache (food, not a drink), aguas frescas, and athletic cerveza (non-alcoholic beer) brings plenty of laughs.
• Eddie explains aguas frescas and horchata, while Kevin admits he sticks to simple, cheese-free burrito orders due to dietary restrictions.
• Notable quote:
  "I didn't want to order a sandal. I literally took that as a sandal. I didn't need it." — Kevin [06:21]

2. Celebrity Photo Fatigue and MrBeast

[07:34–10:24]

• Discussion shifts to MrBeast's comments on how being asked for photos can “feel like a death sentence” due to the crowds that form.
• Eddie’s skeptical:
  "Honestly, I don't think half the people recognize Mr. Beast." — Eddie [08:06]
• Kevin argues back:
  "He's the most followed YouTube account. He's very famous." — Kevin [08:39]
• They debate recognizability versus online fame and the evolution of celebrity culture.

3. Superstitions, Sports Betting, and the “Eddie Curse”

[10:51–13:20]

• The group discusses recent bets and Eddie’s notorious “betting curse”—how whenever he jumps on a pick, the group tends to lose.
• Mike and Kevin kid Eddie about commitment and sports superstitions, as well as the cost of going to the Super Bowl.

4. Around the Room: Best Physical Traits

[18:14–23:09]

• The highlight “around the room” bit: Which physical feature would random women be most attracted to on each guy?
  • Eddie: “My eyelashes. The women love my eyelashes...every woman would be jealous to have those.” [20:28]
  • Mike: “My eyes. The blue eyes...my whole family has them.” [21:02]
  • Kevin: Chooses his hair, saying its fast growth and fullness is a point of pride.
• Some gentle ribbing:
  • "I've never once thought about your eyelashes. You have big, thick eyebrows." — Kevin [20:43]

5. NFL Discussion & Betting Parlay Picks

[23:53–25:35]

• They build a betting parlay, taking Patriots -5.5 and Rams +2.5, then add Drake May over 229 passing yards.
• Eddie is all-in:
  • “You really want to make some scratch, that money line.” — Eddie [24:41]

Featured Interview: Mitch Morse, Retired NFL Center

[29:28–53:08]

Bobby and Kevin welcome long-time NFL center Mitch Morse, who shares stories from his career and personal journey.

Early NFL Career and Teams

[30:45–32:34]

• Morse reflects on his time playing for the Chiefs, Bills, and Jaguars.

Chiefs’ Issues & Travis Kelce’s Future

[32:11–33:29]

• Morse discusses roster turnover, the challenges of sustaining success (“seasons of change”), and why the Chiefs shouldn’t want Travis Kelce to retire:
  • “You do not want Travis Kelsey to retire...he’s a tremendous leader, a rallying cry for a team in a locker room.” — Mitch Morse [32:34]

Deciding to Retire—Harry Potter’s Influence

[33:31–35:03]

• Mitch reveals the surprising, whimsical moment he knew he was done:
  • “I go to Harry Potter [studio], I’m on platform nine and three quarters, and I’m looking around, I’m like, ‘I don’t want to play football anymore.’ I don’t want to be a wizard either...it just hit me.” — Mitch Morse [33:44]

Money vs. Health Considerations

[35:03–36:21]

• Insight into the physical toll: multiple concussions, witnessing traumatic injuries.
  • “At this point, am I playing because I love the game or because I love being a football player? When that intersection crosses...you kind of have to remove yourself.” — Mitch Morse [35:17]

Differences Between Kansas City and Buffalo

[36:21–37:39]

• Compares cold in Kansas City (“the sun’s out”) vs. Buffalo (“the sun goes on holiday”).

Buffalo Coaching and Culture

[37:39–39:12]

• Morse emphasizes the importance of cultural fit for Buffalo’s next coach:
  • “Culture is interesting. The best way you can learn...is being thrown into the fire. There’s no other way [than Buffalo].” — Mitch Morse [38:13]

Jacksonville: Warm-weather Choice

[39:12–40:43]

• Explains picking Jacksonville over Pittsburgh in free agency—good for his family, despite the team’s struggles.

O-line Communication and Quarterback Relationships

[41:47–44:33]

• Hilarious but fascinating technical discussion about on-field communication, and the “dance” between center and quarterback:
  • “You want knuckle to taint...By the end of my career I’d tell Trevor [Lawrence]: ‘Put your hand on my left adductor, my left groin, because this thing’s getting there’...” — Mitch Morse [44:38]

Facing Elite Defenders and Knowing When to Retire

[47:03–48:56]

• Describes lining up against greats like Aaron Donald, Vince Wilfork, and J.J. Watt.
  • “How’d I know it was time to retire? Whoever was up there, I was like, ‘Damn.’ That’s when I knew.” — Mitch Morse [47:03]

Final Takeaways

[51:23–52:25]

• Morse reflects on transitioning to podcasting (“a humbling experience”) and the unpredictability of football.

NFL Playoff Records & Trivia

[58:10–62:12]

• Crew recalls the biggest comebacks, fewest rushing yards, most postseason wins (Tom Brady by a landslide), and longest playoff droughts (Dolphins, Cardinals).
• Jerry Rice’s career postseason receiving yards and the legendary 28-3 Patriots Super Bowl comeback are highlighted.

Bloopers & Banter: Festival Smuggling and Snowstorm Prep

[63:06–66:33]

• The crew shares stories about sneaking alcohol into music festivals (camelbaks, “straight vodka”), cruises, and the quirks of security checks.
• Discusses prepping for Nashville’s looming “once in a lifetime” snowstorm. Eddie’s jinx (“curse”) resurfaces as the running joke.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the “curse”:

  • “Why am I a curse? ... I don't understand why I’m the curse.” — Eddie [11:46]
  • “Oh, great. Eddie's on this. Now we're going to lose it and...what do we do? We lose it.” — Kevin [12:03]

• On retirement:

  • “I was just cool with whoever wanted to have me. Missouri was the first one to offer. I was like, sick. Let’s go.” — Mitch Morse [49:00]

• On quarterback/center dynamics:

  • “You shut your mouth and listen to the quarterback...what he’s saying could determine if I have to change what I’m saying...a beautiful dance.” — Mitch Morse [43:11]

• On recognizing when to retire:

  • “Whoever was up there, I was like, damn. That’s when I knew it was trying to retire.” — Mitch Morse [47:03]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Ordering Mexican food & drink confusion: [03:19–07:34]
• MrBeast and celebrity culture: [07:34–10:24]
• Betting talk and “Eddie curse”: [10:51–13:20]
• Physical traits “around the room”: [18:14–23:09]
• Betting parlay picks: [23:53–25:35]
• Mitch Morse Interview: [29:28–53:08]
• NFL trivia & records: [58:10–62:12]
• Snowstorm/sneaking alcohol stories: [63:06–66:33]

Tone and Style

• Playful and self-deprecating humor: The group constantly teases each other, especially about looks, sports superstitions, and betting “jinxes.”
• Candid and insightful: The Mitch Morse interview balances honest reflections (on health, money, and self-identity during retirement) with football nerd details and blunt, funny stories.
• Relatable: Whether it’s drink orders, hair loss, or parenting, the crew’s banter and guest stories resonate with wide audiences.

For New Listeners

If you haven’t heard this episode, expect a freewheeling mix of jokes, dude banter, and deep sports insight. The highlight is certainly Mitch Morse’s look at NFL life on and off the field, including the quirky personal moment that helped him walk away. The crew’s openness, playfulness, and realness make this a fun, human listen—sports fan or not.