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EPISODE · Dec 26, 2025 · 33 MIN

OVERPAID: Why NFL QB Contracts SPARK Controversy | The WORST Defensive Contracts in the NFL

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Are overpaid quarterbacks hurting NFL team-building? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs debate if the NFL faces a QB pay problem, spotlighting massive contracts for Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, Kirk Cousins, and Deshaun Watson and what these deals mean for franchises like the Jaguars and 49ers. The hosts break down the high-stakes quarterback carousel, Dak Prescott’s $60 million leverage over the Dallas Cowboys, and how teams navigate late first-round picks and Albatross contracts like Chris Jones’ deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.Standout segments include analysis of NFC North playoff scenarios, whether Matt LaFleur’s legacy with the Green Bay Packers is being artificially inflated by the seventh seed, and a spirited defense of Christian McCaffrey’s Hall of Fame résumé. Lightning-round takes hit coaching hires, the single worst offense entering the playoffs, and whether lightsabers count as swords. Tune in for NFL insights, quirky debates, and plenty of takes on today’s hottest team-building questions.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!CarGurusShop the way you want with the tools, data, and unbiased deal ratings that make it easy.  Buy or sell your next car today at http://CarGurus.com.FanDuelIf you want to be right in the middle of the action this season, visit FanDuel.com and place your NFL live bets all season long.PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFLGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNFL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are overpaid quarterbacks hurting NFL team-building? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs debate if the NFL faces a QB pay problem, spotlighting massive contracts for Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, Kirk Cousins, and Deshaun Watson and what these deals mean for franchises like the Jaguars and 49ers. The hosts break down the high-stakes quarterback carousel, Dak Prescott’s $60 million leverage over the Dallas Cowboys, and how teams navigate late first-round picks and Albatross contracts like Chris Jones’ deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. Standout segments include analysis of NFC North playoff scenarios, whether Matt LaFleur’s legacy with the Green Bay Packers is being artificially inflated by the seventh seed, and a spirited defense of Christian McCaffrey’s Hall of Fame résumé. Lightning-round takes hit coaching hires, the single worst offense entering the playoffs, and whether lightsabers count as swords. Tune in for NFL insights, quirky debates, and plenty of takes on today’s hottest team-building questions.

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