Podcast Summary: The Bobby Bones Show – "25W: Why Bobby Loves Fernando Mendoza Even More After His Post-game Interview + The Secret Eddie is Keeping from His Wife + Most Googled Athletes of 2025"

Date: December 8, 2025
Host: Bobby Bones (with Eddie and Kevin)
Podcast: The Bobby Bones Show / 25 Whistles

Episode Overview

This episode dives into the unexpected rise of Indiana football, heated and humorous reactions to the NFL weekend (especially from Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs fans), and a game identifying the most Googled athletes of 2025. It also highlights Fernando Mendoza's viral post-game interview and reveals Eddie's secret about the betting losses he’s been hiding from his wife. The show balances sports analysis with relatable banter, honest reflections on gambling woes, and playful roastings among the crew.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. NFL Weekend Recap, Sad Cowboys & Chiefs Fans

Timestamps: 04:10 – 06:12; 36:44 – 47:07

• NFL Letdowns: The crew recounts the disappointing results for their teams in both their fantasy and real-life investments. The Cowboys and Chiefs both suffered tough losses, casting doubt on playoff hopes.

  • Bobby Bones: “If we don't have teams in our little league that make the playoffs, you just keep losing money and you have no chance to gain it back. We're going to lose thousands of dollars.” (04:29)
  • Playoff percentages: Chiefs at 12%, Cowboys at 8% (21:01)

• Gambling Losses: Eddie admits he hasn't told his wife about the extent of their gambling losses, prompting friendly pressure from the group.

  • Eddie: “I still haven't told my wife about this thing about the league...” (05:26)

• Cowboys Heartbreak: Fresh after the Cowboys loss, the group discusses the game’s turning points and laments future prospects.

  • Eddie: “Gibbs, they were passing the ball to give. He was running the ball through our guts ... It was bad. The penalties ... Cowboys gave up almost 100 yards of penalties. That is ridiculous.” (37:17)
  • Bobby Bones: “It's not officially over, but it's pretty much not our year, man.” (37:35)

2. College Football: Indiana’s Unbelievable Turnaround & System Flaws

Timestamps: 07:08 – 16:27; 29:14 – 30:25

• Indiana’s Rise: Remarkable transformation under coach Kurt Signetti—from worst Power 4 team to Big Ten champs and playoff contenders in two seasons. Bobby attributes the turnaround to culture rather than resources.
  • “This is the most dramatic, this is the greatest rise in the history of college football ... Indiana is a guy coming in, changing the culture. Worst team ever. Year one, they freaking go to the Big Ten championship.” (07:50)
  • Kevin: “And they beat Ohio State, who I thought, and a lot of people thought, was the best team by far in the country.” (09:09)
• Playoff Expansion Debate: The team argues whether small schools will ever truly compete for championships and critiques the playoff format (including Notre Dame and others opting out).
  • Bobby Bones: “I hope they add four more teams ... the more you add to the mix, the less you can be mad if you didn’t make it.” (13:08; 14:29)

3. Fernando Mendoza’s Post-Game Interview Goes Viral

Timestamps: 17:31 – 20:13

• The Interview: Fernando Mendoza’s energy, sincerity, and boisterous thanks to God after Indiana’s win become a highlight. Bobby defends the quarterback’s exuberance.
  • Mendoza (Post-game): “It sounds so beautiful. I want to give all the glory to God… We were never supposed to be in this position… but now the Hoosiers are flipping champs.” (18:31)
  • Eddie: “I don’t know if I like the guy or not. Based on his post-game interviews.” (17:31)
  • Bobby Bones: “It’s really nerdy and people are making fun of it, but I love it.” (19:13)

4. Heisman Race & Injured Stars

Timestamps: 19:32 – 20:09; 20:31 – 21:10

• Heisman Talk: Mendoza’s prospects take center stage.

  • Eddie: “Now if he wins the Heisman, if Mendoza wins the Heisman and he does that crap when he gets the Heisman…” (20:03)
  • Bobby Bones: “I love it. No, I’m in. Give me a jersey.” (20:09)

• NFL Injuries: Brief rundown of key NFL players struggling or hurt, notably Lamar and Baker, plus speculation that Mahomes may not be 100%.

  • Bobby Bones: “There are two quarterbacks that are really struggling. Lamar and Baker.” (20:27)

5. Most Googled Athletes of 2025 Game

Timestamps: 30:35 – 36:19

• The crew tries to guess the year’s most-searched athletes, with plenty of misses and laughs.
  Notables on the list:

  • Shilo Sanders (#1)
  • Terence Crawford (#2)
  • Cooper Flagg (#3)
  • Sophie Cunningham appears for her part defending Caitlin Clark in a fight.
  • Justin Rose is a surprise at #10.

• Memorable exchange:

  • Eddie: “Fernando Mendoza. They just googled him yesterday.” (31:55)
  • Bobby Bones: “No.” (31:59)
  • Kevin: “We suck.” (32:11)
  • Bobby Bones: “The next one is a WNBA player who got into a fight protecting Caitlin Clark.” (34:44)
  • Kevin: “...Sophie Cunningham.” (34:51)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Bobby on Indiana’s coach:
  “I’m pretty sure that Kurt Signetti sold his soul to the devil … This is the greatest rise in the history of college football.” (07:45)
• Eddie on hiding gambling losses:
  “Just because … Maybe we won’t have to owe that much. What if everything turns around and we just … we get money? Then I’ll tell her.” (05:41)
• On Fernando Mendoza’s style:
  Eddie: “He yells and he looks at the camera the entire time … Thank God, I’m gonna—with the Lord up above. Thank you so much … and we got him, let’s go baby.” (18:09)
• Bobby on NCAA Tournament Expansion:
  “The more you add to the mix, the less you can be mad if you didn’t make it … now, dude, it’s 16 teams. Like, you win some games …” (14:29)
• Eddie on losing faith in the Cowboys:
  “Yeah, it’s done, dude. It’s over.” (37:34)

Quick Hits

• Teams Opting Out: Notre Dame, Kansas State, and Iowa State opt out of bowl games due to roster and coaching issues. Is the $500k fine worth it? The crew debates.
• Playoff Odds & Bets: Current odds and speculative bets on the Chiefs, Patriots, Broncos, Jaguars, and Bills discussed, with Bobby considering a $500 bet for the Chiefs to make the playoffs at +390. (52:29)
• Odd Measurements: The guys discuss player builds, from George Pickens to Turpin and tiny kickers like Blake Groupie.

Segment Timestamps

| Segment/Topic | Timestamp | |--------------------------------------------------|---------------| | NFL/Betting Woes, Cowboys/Chiefs | 04:10–06:12; 36:44–47:07 | | Indiana's College Football Rise | 07:08–09:46 | | Playoff Format & Small School Debate | 13:08–14:48 | | Fernando Mendoza Interview | 17:31–20:13 | | Heisman and Injured Star QBs | 19:32–21:10 | | Most Googled Athletes Game | 30:35–36:19 | | Bowl Game Opt-Outs, Financial Ramifications | 29:14–30:25 | | NFL Player Sizes, Kicker Stories | 41:05–44:33 | | Playoff Odds & Gambling Strategy | 52:25–54:47 |

Original Show Tone

Conversational, playful, self-deprecating, with a heavy dose of sarcasm and honest fandom. The crew frequently teases each other and leans into relatable sports frustration, gambling woes, and the joy/pain of rooting for underdog teams.

For Listeners Who Missed It

This episode is a must for fans of football (college and NFL), pop sports culture, and anyone who loves a behind-the-mic look at the highs and lows of sports betting. Key moments include the celebration (and mockery) of Fernando Mendoza’s passion, railing against the financial and emotional costs of sports fandom, and a fun guessing game on which athletes captured America’s attention in 2025. The show delivers both laughs and genuine insights, all wrapped in classic sports radio camaraderie.

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