49ers Head Down Under | AFC West Preview — Coach and Company | Wednesday September 2

The NFL season is only one week away, and Coach and Company is already in midseason form. The Coach is joined by Mikey P and Big Tommy C to discuss the San Francisco 49ers’ early trip to Melbourne for their opener against the Los Angeles Rams, including the latest on George Kittle and Nick Bosa, the impact of a long international flight, and whether the Rams are giving away an edge by arriving later. Before the football deep dive, the crew reacts to the Los Angeles Angels’ agreement to sell a controlling interest to Stan Kroenke, what a record-setting ownership change could mean for Mike Trout, and whether the franchise can finally build a winner around its longtime star. Then Wednesday Rants take over: Tommy pushes back on the New York media’s treatment of Yankees rookie George Lombard Jr. during his six-game error streak, Mikey questions the Rams naming 11 team captains, and The Coach addresses online critics, Super Chats, and the realities of building an independent sports-media brand. The episode closes with a full AFC West preview. Can Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce lead Kansas City back to the top? Are the Broncos being overlooked? Does Justin Herbert have enough help with the Chargers? And how quickly could the Raiders turn to Fernando Mendoza if Kirk Cousins struggles? The crew makes its division picks, previews the next NFC East discussion, and sends listeners into opening week ready for football. Timestamps •[00:00] Get Your Ass Out of Bed: show updates, new programming, merch, and quick headlines •[03:23] The Coach welcomes Big Tommy C and Mikey P •[05:26] Angels ownership changes hands: Stan Kroenke, Arte Moreno, and Mike Trout •[09:19] 49ers vs. Rams in Australia: travel strategy, jet lag, George Kittle, and Nick Bosa •[14:45] Wednesday Rants begin •[15:17] Tommy C: New York media, the Yankees, and George Lombard Jr.’s defensive slump •[17:51] Mikey P: The Rams name 11 captains for the 2026 season •[20:12] The Coach: social-media haters, Super Chats, and the changing media business •[26:31] AFC West preview: Chiefs, Broncos, Chargers, and Raiders •[32:28] Raiders quarterback debate: Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza? •[34:34] NFC East preview tease and early New York Giants concerns •[37:27] Closing thoughts and the Coach and Bro show preview References [1] George Kittle, Nick Bosa traveling with 49ers to Australia — NFL.com [2] Stan Kroenke to buy Angels; record $4B valuation — ESPN [3] George Lombard Jr. makes error in sixth straight game — MLB.com [4] Rams announce team captains for 2026 season — Los Angeles Rams BTT Studios delivers the best in sports, entertainment, and culture. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@watchbttsports Instagram: @watchbttsports Twitter/X: @watchbttsports #BTTStudios #Podcast #Sports #Entertainment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.