Raff's Brain #196: Riffin' with Raff - NFL Playoffs Part III feat. HOA PHAN!

from Raff's Brain · host Rob Raffety

In this episode of Riffin’ with Raff, Rob Raffety and football whisperer Hoa Phan return for week three of their NFL playoff breakdown. From stunning upsets to questionable officiating, they unpack the agony and ecstasy of the Divisional Round and look ahead to the AFC and NFC Championship matchups. Plus, a deeper conversation emerges about rebuilding teams, the importance of knowing when to pivot, and why being wrong isn't the problem — staying wrong is. A must-listen for fans of strategy, storytelling, and bold calls.Outline:Riffin’ returns: Football, friendship, and forecastingSeahawks cruise past the 49ers — what went wrong in San FranBills’ crushing loss — officiating controversy and tears for Josh AllenTexans melt down vs. Patriots — CJ Stroud’s 4-pick disasterBears vs. Rams — overtime thriller ends in heartbreakHoa's playoff record vs. Rob's: who's winning the pick 'em warAFC/NFC Championship picks — Patriots vs. Broncos, Seahawks vs. RamsNFL team lessons: The power of letting go (Wilson, Belichick, Tomlin?)Steelers stagnation and the case for a full rebuildThe quote to remember: “It’s okay to be wrong. It’s not okay to stay wrong.”📞 Call the Raff's Brain Hotline! Pick a topic, make a statement, ask a question! 571-408-8058

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