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Backseat Quarterbacks
by Sterling Rettke
Backseat Quarterbacks is a podcast about all things from the greatest thing on earth...FOOTBALL! Sterling and his co-hosts pick against the spread for every single game during the season – for those of you unaware that is 272 in the regular season and 13 in the playoffs – as well as give unique insight that only they can provide. They also try and answer some of societies toughest questions that philosophers from across the globe have been debating for generations: Does that QB pass the sniff test; or Why is a booth coordinator getting a head coaching job?Enjoy the ride!
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The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl LX Champions
Sterling and Darren break down the big game and discuss the historic season from the Seattle Seahawks and the heartbreak Sterling has suffered seeing his team lose in the big game. Thank you for another great season of BSQB everybody!
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Super Bowl LX Preview Extravaganza!
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS VS. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS GAME ON!Greg, Darren & Sterling talk about the big game and preview the damn thing with the cantor of 3 bulls in an antique china shop! They give their picks (I BET you can guess who is picking who) and then jump into their favorite props and ohhhh do they have a lot of favorite props! Enjoy the big game everybody!
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Bill Belichick Snubbed From Being a First Ballot HOFer & The Coaching Landscape For 2026 Finally Takes Shape
Darren is sick but powering through! Can't say the same for GREG! We talk about a bunch of things mainly the hall of fame and coaches because next week we start our SB preview. Don't say we don't feed the fans! This is charity!
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AFC/NFC Conference Championship Instant Reactions: The Patriots & Seahawks Will Play in SB LX!!!!
Sterling is live on site in Denver where he battled the frigid weather, frostbite, hypothermia, and a blizzard to see his beloved Patriots make the Super Bowl revenging the loss against the Broncos from 2016 that he was at as well. He is very happy (of course!!). Darren who is budgeting much smarter was not on the scene in Seattle to watch the NFC Championship and Greg is in Italy so we had nobody on scene to discuss the Seahawks vs. Rams game however we both watched it and we have takes. What a great game. Super Bowl 60 is set. We are getting a rematch of Super Bowl 49 but these teams are so much different. Enjoy a very fun episode of a very happy fella and a very supportive friend and co-host!
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Previewing The AFC & NFC Championship Games! Patriots @ Broncos & Rams @ Seahawks Picks & Best Bets
WE ARE IN THE FINAL 4 LADIES AND GENTLEMEN! 3 games of football remain and my favorite team and Greg's favorite team remain how bout that! Your favorite cohost will be on site in Denver getting footage of the AFC Championship, Darren will be watching on a TV, and Greg is doing an spaghetti cooking class in a very underrated American-Italian town... Yelm, Washington!We discuss all our favorite props and preview both games! We are ready I cannot wait to watch these game!PLAYOFF ATS Records & Best BetsSterling: 6-4 / 2-0Greg: 3-7 / 0-2Darren: 5-5 / 0-2AI wrote the following on the platform we use to record as an episode description. 1) How is it so bad; 2) it's funny:In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, host Sterling is joined by Darren Gregory to discuss the excitement surrounding Conference Championship weekend in football. The conversation kicks off with a light-hearted banter about their teams' performances, particularly focusing on the Packers' disappointing playoff exit. As they delve into the upcoming games, they analyze the matchups, including the Patriots against the Broncos and the Seahawks versus the Rams, sharing their predictions and insights on player performances and coaching strategies. The trio emphasizes the importance of defense and the potential impact of key players, while also engaging in humorous exchanges about their personal experiences and opinions on the teams involved.
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BONUS POD! Patriots Power Hour: Season in Review & Keys to The Pats Making The Super Bowl With Matt St. Jean
Sterling is joined by a very special first time guest on this SUPER JAM PACKED BONUS episode of BSQB!! Introducing Matt St. Jean (@mattstdream on Twitter/X)! Matt is a member of The Pats Nation Pod with CLNS Media and a contributing writer for Pats Pulpit. We spend the episode breaking down the Patriots reaching the AFCCG after a long 7 year drought! It feels good to be back! Before patting our boys on the back we give some finishing takes on the Divisional matchup against Houston, and talk about what's needed on both sides of the ball to beat this Broncos team and avoid being upset in Denver like in past matchups at this mile-high venue. At the end we discuss our Heated Rival (no relation to the Amazon Prime show) Buffalo Bills firing Sean McDermott and where they go from here after another disappointing end to the season for Josh Allen and Co.Very fun episode and thank you to Matt for joining!
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Josh Allen & Stroud Vomit Fests, Stidham Time, Hawks Domination, aMAYEzing Pats + Cold Weather Rams
Another Weekend of great NFL football is concluded and we have a final four! Denver vs. New England, Seattle vs. Los Angeles! I can't believe this is the culmination of the season but we are here. 3 games of football left to decide the NFL season BUT before that we talk about all the action that lead to the final 4. Josh Allen, what a catch is, Bo Nix getting hurt, Seattles insane destruction of the 49ers, the sloppy Texans and Patriots game, and the coldest game of the week in Chicago. 2 OT games were had! Enjoy what AI wrote to describe this episode btw (wtf is this) - In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling and Darren dive into the thrilling conclusion of the Land Man Season Two finale and the recent NFL playoff games. They express mixed feelings about the season, noting that while the finale was exciting, the overall quality of the season declined. The duo discusses the standout performances from the weekend, particularly the overtime games, and the implications for the final four teams heading into the championship round. They also touch on the struggles of the Buffalo Bills, particularly Josh Allen's performance, and the impact of injuries on teams like the 49ers and Broncos. The conversation highlights the emotional rollercoaster of being a fan, the significance of quarterback performances, and the unpredictable nature of playoff football. In this episode, Darren and Sterling dive deep into the recent NFL playoff games, focusing on the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Sterling predicts that the Seahawks will triumph over the Rams, citing their strong coaching and player potential, while also reminiscing about the legendary Legion of Boom defense. The conversation shifts to the Patriots, where they discuss the team's resurgence and the impressive performance of their defense, which has been pivotal in their playoff success. They also analyze the struggles of quarterback CJ Stroud and the Texans, debating whether he can be the franchise quarterback moving forward. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the Rams' performance and the implications for their upcoming match against the Seahawks, emphasizing the importance of home-field advantage in the playoffs.
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Divisional Round Matchups + Best Bets & Fired Head Coach Musical Chairs W/ Greg, Darren, & Benny!
We are down to our final 8 teams and all 4 of these games are doozies we decided to bring back Benny to co-host after Sterling got drinks with the guy and showed up an hour late to recording but he brought the gift of friendship with him!The fellas talk Bills vs. Broncos, 49ers vs. Seahawks, Texans vs. Patriots, and Rams vs. Bears better than anyone doing this kind of thing in the world and there are a lot of people doing it! We then transition to talking about the Mike Tomlin and Steelers parting of ways and the coaching vacancies and who is going where! Darren goes crazy talking about his French coach. Enjoy!
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Patriots Defensive Masterclass, 49ers Trick plays, Josh "Inspector Gadget" Allen, Cardiac Bears + Rams Win Wild Card Weeknd + Where Do The Losers Go From Here?
I think this was the best weekend of NFL football they could have asked for? Every game was one score late into the 4th quarter except for Sunday Night. We had drama, upsets (Underdogs won outright on 3/5 games and covered 4/5), and everything in between. All 5 games delivered and we talk about all of that AND more!
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Riding The Coaching Carousel + Wild Card Weekend Predictions & A Jaunt Down Memory Lane
We have playoff football baby I don't think anyone can ask for more! This is what we have all been waiting for! I don't want to make reading this description long so enjoy the episode and enjoy the games!
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Billy Cundiff's Ghost Haunts Baltimore, Drake Maye vs. Stat Padford MVP Arguments + Wild Card Weekend Early Look Ahead
And with that the 2025-2026 NFL Regular Season is OVAAAA! The playoffs are SETTTTT! And Sterling, Darren, and Greg's teams are all postseason BOUNDDDDDD! A good year was had and a good year shall hopefully continue for us all! We talk about the haunting end to the Ravens year, with their rookie kicker Cundiffing it! Aaron Rodgers had a glass of vintage vino in him as he was throwing to absolute no names and almost had 300 yards. We talk every single game and can't believe some of the names that played QB in the NFL in 2026, it was fun. Things turn serious when we talk about what could be the biggest robbery since the Louvre was broken a few months ago, or The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist in 1990?? If Matt Stafford wins the MVP over Drake Maye we will lose a piece of our nation that I fear we can never get back!Enjoy a great pod everybody!
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Seahawks vs. 49ers, Ravens vs. Steelers, & Bucs vs. Panthers + All The Others (Darren Didn't Record)
Still on vacation and I manage to still deliver to the people! Why? Because I honor this promise!! HAPPY NEW YEAR! Darren who had to wake up at 4am stayed up late to do the podcast but you wouldn't know it because he didn't record audio or video so we are talking to a ghost. It is edited out so you don't have to see Greg and I sit quietly for the 1000 seconds that Darren talks but just letting you know that we are talking to a third that is there!In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling, Greg, and Darren discuss the final week of the NFL regular season, focusing on key matchups that could impact the playoffs. They analyze the Carolina Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers, and the Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, while also touching on coaching dynamics and predictions for the upcoming playoffs. The conversation is filled with insights, humor, and a few bold predictions as they wrap up the regular season. - AI wrote that whole paragraph (it needs some work)Against The Spread / Best Bet Records Through 17 WeeksSterling: 128-123-3 / 13-4Greg: 129-122-3 / 4.5-12Darren: 127-124-3 / 5-12
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49ers/Bears Classic, Bills Blow Division, Steelers Comedy Hour, Jared Goff Cancels Christmas + More Week 17 Reactions
In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling and Darren discuss their personal updates, including Sterling's time at Pebble Beach and his girlfriend's birthday. They dive into the latest NFL games, highlighting key performances from quarterbacks like Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams. The conversation shifts to upcoming matchups and playoff implications, as well as potential coaching changes across the league. They also reflect on Drake Maye's impressive performance and the rapid turnaround of NFL teams. In this conversation, Sterling and Darren delve into the performances of various NFL quarterbacks, particularly focusing on Justin Herbert. They discuss the struggles of the Chargers and the Packers' defensive issues, especially in recent games. The conversation shifts to the Christmas Day NFL games, highlighting the disappointing performance of Jared Goff and the Lions. Finally, they wrap up with predictions for the Super Bowl and awards, analyzing the current landscape of the NFL as the season approaches its conclusion.
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On The Third Day of Christmas My True Love Sent To Me, Three Stand Alone Games w/ Third String QB's + More Week 17 Lines & Best Bets
I've given Roger Goodell a lot of credit for his scheduling this year but that ends today! Week 17 is not the best week (I don't blame him but I cant give him the credit that I've given him thus far! For Christmas how would you like Josh Johnson, Max Brosmer, and Chris Oladokun starting in three separate games? Enjoy COAL, naughty fans!We make the best of it by going down the back story of Josh Johnson's career and looking towards the better things in life like how to earn you money through spending the holiday season gambling! Enjoy MOOLA, nice fans!Enjoy the holidays everyone, from the BSQB family to yours Merry Christmas!Against The Spread / Best Bet Records Through Week 16:Sterling: 120-116-2 / 13-3Greg: 123-113-2 / 4.5-11Darren: 119-117-2 / 5-11
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Patriots Primetime Comeback, The Week of the Zebra, Caleb Williams Arrival, The Paper Broncos + More Week 16 Reactions
WHAT A WEEKEND OF FOOTBALL!!! How many times have I said this?? Well I'll say it again! What a pleassure it is to watch and talk about this sport.In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling and Darren discuss the thrilling comeback victory of the New England Patriots, led by quarterback Drake May, and the implications for the MVP race. They delve into the controversies surrounding officiating in recent games, the performances of various quarterbacks, and the dynamics of coaching and team morale. The conversation highlights the importance of championship windows in the NFL and reflects on the challenges teams face in achieving success. They also discuss Trevor Lawrence's impressive performance and potential future MVP candidacy, the struggles of Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers, and the Jets' offensive woes. They also analyze the Jaguars' Super Bowl potential, the Texans' close call against the Raiders, and the Chiefs' quarterback situation. The conversation wraps up with movie reviews, highlighting the latest films and their unexpected comedic elements.
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(Kendrick) Lamar vs. Drake (Maye), The Week of The Home Dog, Some “Huh?” Lines, + More Week 16 Speculations & Hearsay
Greg has returned from his PTO and he is ready to take more of it after he wins some big oleeeee bets this week and Sterling and Darren are ready to join him! They talk about some amazing matchups and all the home dogs that make hopefully us bark up the RIGHT tree #PunIntended! This was a good one! Enjoy!Against The Spread / Big Beautiful Bet Records:Sterling: 111-109-2 / 12-3Greg: 116-104-2 / 4.5-10Darren: 112-108-2 / 5-10
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Mahomes ACL, Buffalo Comeback vs Pats, Injured Cheeseheads, & Pesky Phil Rivers + More Week 15
WHAT A WEEKEND! The NFL doesn't disappoint until it does... The big news this week was of course the awful injury to Mahomes (and Parsons), and the fallout from two of the best players in the league out for the year and how their teams move going forward. We also talk about all the results including the officiating in the Bills Pats game (huhhhhh), Rivers costing Sterling some money (hmmmmm), and Bo Nix actually leading his team to a potential 15 win season (whattttttt)!In this episode, Sterling and Darren discuss the latest NFL injuries, particularly focusing on Patrick Mahomes' ACL injury and its implications for the Chiefs. They reflect on personal experiences with gambling losses and the emotional rollercoaster of being a fan. The conversation shifts to the changing landscape of quarterbacks in the NFL, the importance of star players, and the playoff prospects for teams like the Bills and Ravens. They also analyze the Packers' struggles and the impact of injuries on team dynamics, concluding with thoughts on the future of the Bills and the overall trends in the league. In this episode, Sterling Rettke and Darren Sroor discuss the current state of the NFL, focusing on the Broncos' playoff prospects, concerns about their performance, and the impact of injuries on team dynamics. They analyze the MVP race, quarterback performances, and the implications of Trevor Lawrence's breakout game.
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Philip Rivers, Maye vs. Allen Round 2, Can Green Bay Stay Hot, & The Future of KC + More Week 15 Odds, Predictions & Best Bets
Sterling and Darren (Greg is using another week of PTO) discuss the upcoming Week 15 of the NFL season, highlighting the unexpected return of Philip Rivers to the league and the implications for the Colts. They analyze key matchups, including the Seahawks vs. Colts, Patriots vs. Bills, and Packers vs. Broncos, while also touching on the performance of various quarterbacks and the impact of Roger Goodell's leadership on the NFL. The conversation is filled with predictions, insights, and a humorous take on the current state of the league. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the current state of various NFL teams, focusing on playoff scenarios, team dynamics, and individual player performances. They discuss the struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs, the potential of the Los Angeles Chargers, and the implications of draft decisions on team success. The conversation also touches on matchups between the Bengals and Ravens, the Raiders and Eagles, and the Texans and Cardinals, highlighting the unpredictability of the league. The hosts express their opinions on the performance of quarterbacks like Trey Lance and Jalen Hurts, and the importance of effective drafting in maintaining a competitive team.
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Chiefs Funeral, Packers Top The North, A Glass of Vintage Rodgers, Burrow & Allen, + More From One of The Best Weekends of Football in a Long Time
What a weekend, this was one for the fellas!!!! Football, brews, and of course boneless wings (they are better!!!)Sterling and Darren dive into the latest happenings in the NFL week 14. They reflect on their personal experiences during a football-filled weekend, discuss the implications of the college football playoff, and analyze the recent Packers vs. Bears game. The conversation also touches on quarterback performances, coaching strategies, and the future of teams in the AFC North. With a mix of humor and insightful analysis, the hosts provide a comprehensive overview of the current football landscape. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of NFL performance, focusing on quarterback analysis, the impact of injuries on team dynamics, and playoff predictions. They discuss trade decisions and coaching strategies, highlighting how these factors influence team success. Historical comparisons between players like Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes are also explored, alongside game recaps and future matchups. The conversation emphasizes the unpredictability of the NFL and the importance of strategic decision-making in achieving success.
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BONUS POD: College Football Playoff Debate Galore + Tons of Random Topics w/ Benny Kaleiwahea
Benny the OG joins the OG OG Sterling to talk about all the CFB action from the day, the year, and the future about who is going to get screwed and get in to the playoffs HINTTTTTT we both think Texas should be in, we also talk about so much other stuff nice to have Benny back to talk about a lot of things! Below is what AI said to write as a description, yeah I'll go with mine!In this SPECIAL EPISODE episode, Sterling Rettke and SPECIAL GUEST OG BSQB Benny engage in a lively discussion about the college football playoff, analyzing the committee's decisions, reviewing key games, and debating which teams deserve to make the cut. They explore the impact of conference dominance, the future of college football, and the role of gambling insights in understanding team performances. The conversation culminates in a debate over the final playoff spots, highlighting the complexities of rankings and the significance of scheduling tough opponents. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding college football and Major League Baseball, discussing playoff predictions, team rankings, and the impact of social media on athletes. They analyze the performance of teams like Alabama and Miami, debate the worthiness of certain players, and explore the randomness of the MLB postseason. The discussion also touches on the Mariners' promising future and the competitive landscape of the AL East.
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Week 14! A Couple of Losers Leave Town Games & A Ton of Spicy Lines to Kickoff December Football
I can't believe I am saying saying this but Roger Goodell has earned himself a pay raise! The NFL continues to deliver week after week of glorious matchups and week 14 is the grand daddy of them all!!! Starts tonight on Thursday night football on Amazon Prime with the Lions and Cowboys the loser will NOT be making the playoffs. Sunday has match up after match up of potential classic, Bears vs. Packers, Colts vs. Jaguars, Steelers vs. Ravens, Bengals vs. Bills, and of course a playoff game when the Texans play the Chiefs in Kansas City! Monday Night is not too shabby either as it's Eagles vs. Chargers. I LOVE FOOTBALL! Enjoy everybody!Against The Spread Records (through 13 weeks)Sterling: 94-96-2 Darren: 97-93-2Greg: 98-92-2Best Bet Records (through 13 weeks)Sterling: 11-2Darren: 4-9Greg: 2.5-10
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Live Reaction to the Crazy Ending of SNF + Tis The Season For Top 5 Lists & More Week 13 Takes
In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling and Darren recap their Thanksgiving experiences and delve into the current state of college and NFL football. They discuss the playoff race, analyze quarterback performances, and rank the top players in various positions, including quarterbacks, wide receivers, and running backs. The conversation highlights the impact of coaching changes in college football and the challenges faced by NFL quarterbacks this season. The hosts also share their thoughts on player statistics and future predictions for the remainder of the season. In this engaging conversation, Darren Sroor and Sterling Rettke provide live reactions to NFL games, analyze performances, and discuss team dynamics. They delve into betting insights, coaching strategies, and the struggles of teams like the Eagles and the resurgence of the Bears. The discussion also touches on the Steelers vs. Bills game and the challenges faced by Shedeur Sanders in his development as a quarterback. Overall, the conversation offers a comprehensive look at the current state of the NFL and predictions for the future.
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The Best NFL Thanksgiving Football Slate Ever & More Week 13 Odds, Predictions, + Best Bets
I cannot believe I am going to say this but I am thankful for Roger Goodell on this glorious Thanksgiving for giving us this amazing trifecta of football matchups to enjoy with our turkey, potatoes, and stuffing! The morning opens up with a Packers/Lions rematch, followed by a Chiefs/Cowboys afternoon blast off, and finally we get the return of Joe Burrow against Lamar in what may be the highest scoring game of the year! Gobble Gobble! The action does not stop there, Black Friday we get the red hot Bears against the defending SB champ Eagles, and tons of college football rivalries that go into the weekend before we finish with Sunday NFL where the lines are talking to Darren and Sterling as can be seen in this episode.We cannot wait!Enjoy your Thanksgiving everyone!
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An Eagles & Cowboys Thriller, Chiefs Stay Alive & Who Acted More Like Kenny Powers Today; Shedeur Sanders or Aaron Rodgers? + More Week 12 Reactions
What a week of NFL football, I can say that every week but specifically this week! The league fired on all cylinders as we had OT games out the wazzu, and had exciting finishes all morning and afternoon (we are trying to act like that SNF game did not happen because it was UGLY).The Eagles blew a 21 points lead, the Colts blew a 11 point lead to a team they are probably scared to ever play again, we had fireworks we had the Pats just sneaking by the worst defense in football, the Packers effectively ending 9's career, and Aaron Rodgers doing his best Kenny Powers impression but being possibly one upped by a better Kenny Powers impression later in the day, oh and Jameis Winston loves to play this sport + Much Much More!
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Playoff Game For KC, Burrow Back?, Eagles Line is Funny, + More Week 12 Odds, Predictions, Best Bets
Another week of NFL football, another day living the good life! Kansas City are fighting for their life against a good Colts team and a lot more is happening to find that out you gotta listen!Against The Spread Record Through 11 Weeks:Sterling: 79-82-1 Darren: 83-78-1 Greg: 84-77-1Best Bet Records:Sterling: 9-2 Darren: 3-8 Greg: 1.5-9
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Are The Kansas City Chiefs Actually in Trouble? Looks Like Sam Darnold Needs Another Exorcism & Goff's Cold Weather Disaster + Much Much More From an Amazing Week 11 of The NFL Season
What a week of football! We provide a live watchalong to the second half of one of the worst games of it (Lions vs. Eagles) where Jared Goff shows that he doesn't spend enough time outdoors in the Detroit winter. This proved to not matter though as the bet one of the two hosts was sweating ended up hitting anyways because Mr. Bates right foot was able to take care of business in hurricane level gusts. We talk about every game, the state of the league, the fact that the Chiefs are in actual danger of missing the playoffs, Darnold having a new ghost haunt him around again after thinking the demons were gone, Josh Allen bullying the Bucs defense, the Chargers doing that(???), Jameis Winston, Myles Garrett, Shadeur Sanders, Jordan Love, and so much more!!! JAM PACKED!
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Christmas Came Early! Seahawks/Rams, Bucs/Bills, Chiefs/Broncos, Eagles/Lions, Packers/WINSTON(!!!)
Week 11, the best week of the NFL season by FAR we are here!!! What matchups, what beauty, what grace! I for one cannot wait, our no shave November mustaches will be looking better, our stresses will be higher because of the bets we've made, and our belly's will be full of ale! We discuss all the games this weekend of course starting with the TNF game all the way to the MNF game- let us all come together and join hands and hope/pray that the TNF/MNF games are better than week 10 because those were stinkers last week-this week is about to rock socks off! Lets goooooo Football!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BSQB!ATS Records through 10 Weeks:Sterling - 74-73Darren - 76-71Greg - 76-71Best Bet Records through 10 Weeks:Sterling - 8-2Darren - 3-7Greg - 1.5-8
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Drake M(VP)aye & The Pats Win Again, Josh Allen Relapses, The QB "Talk", & All The Afternoon Blowouts + More Week 10 Observations
In this episode of Backseat Quarterbacks, Sterling and Darren dive into the highlights and lowlights of Week 10 in the NFL. They discuss the performances of key teams and players, including the struggles of quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers and Trevor Lawrence, while also highlighting the potential of rising stars like Drake Maye, ooooooooh Drake Maye.... Drizzy! The conversation touches on the state of the Patriots, the challenges of scouting quarterbacks, and the overall dynamics of the league as they analyze various games and performances from the week. In this engaging conversation, they discuss the entirety of the weeks games including all the blowouts in the afternoon and the evening. Why was the President in the announcers box? Why is Trevor Lawerence still employed? How many QB's can actually win a SB are some of the questions we may address!!Check it out!
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Trade Deadline-Mania + NFL Week 10 Odds, Picks & Best Bets
Greg DNP this week (Time Change)Sterling may be under the weather (Man-Flu) but that isn't the reason he rained on the premature Colts parade in Indiana! He and Darren both are perplexed that a team would trade 2 first round picks for a CB in 2025, and don't let them get started on Dallas and what the hell Jerry Jones & Co. are doing. They discuss all the trades, what they think of them, and where the league is at through 9 weeks before diving into all the week 10 action that is upcoming.ATS Records through 9 Weeks:Sterling - 69-64Darren - 69-64Greg - 68-65Best Bet Records through 9 Weeks:Sterling - 7-2Darren - 2-7Greg - 1.5-7
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Josh Allen Bullies The Chiefs Defense & The Bills Defense Bullies Mahomes, Jayden Daniels Arm Injury, Packers Poopfest, Brock Bowers + World Series Game 7 Reflections
What a sports weekend, what a halloween weekend, what a weekend! Who best to recap it than a couple of DAWGS, we talk about all things football and baseball as the season wrapped up with one of the best games in the history of sports. HOW BOUT THAT!
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Any Interest in Some Patty Mahomes vs. Josh Allen Action?? Covering That & The Full Slate of Week 9 Games, Predictions & Best Bets + Some World Series Talk
Biggest regular season game of the year is the centerpiece of this weekend's festivities. The Bills take on the Chiefs in what feels like the part one of a yearly two part series! We talk about that and every other game! Also is Ohtani human? 4 ER in his start says YAAAAAA!ATS Records Through 8 WeeksSterling: 63-56Greg: 62-57Darren: 61-58BEST BET RecordsSterling: 7-1Greg: 1.5-6Darren: 2-6
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Jordan Love's Big Night, Blowouts Galore, Ravens Stay Alive, Tua's Pink Eye, Potential Futures to Keep an Eye on, & More From an Oddly Fun Week 8 + Sterling's Idea For Small Talk at a Bar
An oddly boring football matchup week that was also oddly entertaining but full of blowouts had Sterling and Darren hyped up because they decided to put all of their marbles in the baskets of their favorite teams (Patriots and Packers) thats how you get the blood flowing and the heart rate booming! Some sky dive to get an adrenaline the boys like to see if they'll have a roof over their head each and every Sunday! We talk about every game and Sterling gives a passionate take down of Caleb Williams because one of those marbles escaped the basket and he had some Bears bets!
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Predicting Mike McDaniels Outfit in ATL, Inside GB's Plan to Have Fauci on the Sideline Against Aaron Rodgers & The Steelers, Daniel Jones is a 14.5 Point Favorite + More Week 8 Odds & Best Bets
Hello! Not the best week for football lots of teams on the bye and the NFL probably didn't think some of these teams they had in big spots would be doing little things...but it's football and for that we are thankful! We have a doozy of a show lined up as scene in the title things get a little bit crazy #ThisAintJustAnotherFootballPodcast We talk mens fashion, vaccines, and baccarat too!Against The Spread (through week 7):Sterling: 55-52Darren: 57-50Greg: 54-54BEST BET OF THE WEEK (through week 7):Sterling: 7-0Darren: 2-5Greg: 1.5-5 (Greg is the only one still going in our survivor pool though and he wants everyone to know that)
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So The Colts Are Just The Best Offense of All Time Now Huh?, The Cowboys Continue to Excite The Masses, Packers Survive a Scare, Broncos Comeback, Bye Bye Mike McDaniels + More Week 7 Reactions
Woooooooweeeeee Week 7 was interesting and fun for all those involved that have Drake Maye QBing their team (or several others) but if you have Tua (or several others) it might not be as fun! Darren is fresh off experiencing the Packers in person as he went to the Cardinals game in Arizona and he has takes, so does Sterling except he didn't go to that game he just went to the bar where he told everyone he knew a guy at the game (Darren)... Confused yet? So am I! Check it out!
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Week 7 Predictions, Picks, & Best Bets!
We are back, sorry for the late upload, Sterling (the jack of all trades was watching the Mariners then free solo'd a comedy show last night and forgot to upload) but don't worry we have the magic sauce! Here it is! Another week of football is coming up with some good ole fashioned games!ATS Records:Sterling 48-45Darren 47-46Greg 45-48Best Bet Records:Sterling 6-0Darren 2-4Greg 1.5-4
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Strictly Business Sunday! Mahomes Goes Vintage Against The Lions, ALL ABOARD The Drake Maye Hype Train, Lobbying Big Tobacco, Getting Cowboys Games at AMC Theaters + THE SEATTLE MARINERS
I mean what a week of sports!!!! It was so awesome that Darren and Sterling had to wear suits and go strictly business on this strictly business episode of Backseat Quarterbacks we talk about the classic Mahomes game we saw on Sunday night, the entirety of the NFL slate beforehand, all the baseball stuff happening and MORE! Enjoy!
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So Who is The Best Team Right Now? + Previewing a Chiefs vs. Lions Slugfest, TLaw vs. Darnold, Mac Jones vs. Purdy, & Every Other Week 6 Matchup
At the end of week 6 we will be 33% through the regular season and we still don't know who is really the cream of the crop??? We debate it but we don't know it just yet! We then discuss all the games lots of good ones this week!!ATS + Big Bootyful Bet Records Through Week 5:Sterling: 43-35 / 5-0Darren: 41-37 / 2-3Greg: 37-41 / 0.5/4
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Drake Maye's Arrival, Baker and Darnold Enter Tom Cruise Level of Entertainment, The Comedy of The Cards + More Week 5 Post Game Instant Hot Takes & More!
I say this too much but what a weekend of sports what a time to be alive while we have so much to consume and to cherish. We are all alive at the same time as Drake Maye! We start with that, then get into the rest of week 5, before going into some other sport stuff (BASEBALL)!
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Can The Ravens Still Make The Playoffs, Purdy Hurt Again, Drake Maye vs. Josh Allen, A Few Good Games & More Week 5 Preview Talk + Red Sox Yankees!
What more can you ask for sports galore! NFL is in the full swing of things we start with discussion on the ravens impending doom of their injury report, is it possible to start 1-5 and make the playoffs because that is where they are looking to be at. Can Drake Maye make Sterling proud and upset the Bills on SNF? Can the Eagles complete a 4th quarter pass (does it matter)? So much more! PLUS Red Sox Yankees talk all pod long (Recorded Tuesday night after Crochet's masterclass and put out Thursday morning before the deciding game 3!!!!)
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The Dallas Cowboys Are The Best Show on TV, Baltimore's Problems, The Eagles Feel Inevitable, The Marlboro Mans Lucky Strikes, & Team Grades + Quick MLB Playoff, CFB, & Ryder Cup Talk
What a weekend in sports: an instant classic Ryder Cup, baseball to decide the playoffs, college football galore, and the grand daddy of them all; NFL FOOTBALL. I think I walked a total of 200 steps all weekend. This weekend will go down in history, and it was capped by a dramatic TIE between Dallas and Green Bay. Sports are awesome
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The Marlboro Man's First Start, Will Wentz Drink a Guinness in Dublin, Mahomes vs. Lamar, Hurts vs. Baker + More Week 4 Everything ++ Our First Video Pod
We have a video podcast! Week 4 is here and Sterling, Darren, and Greg have picks! Check it out! It is a doozy! Good luck everybody!ATS (Through Week 3)Sterling - 29-19Darren - 25-23Greg - 22-26
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The Week of the Blocked Kick, Baker is Awesome, Upset Galore, & Patriots Turnovers + More Week 3 Hot Takes
After last weeks amazing week of gambling, picks, and everything else the boys came back down to earth with a truly miserable Sunday, capped by an equally as miserable sunday night football game. Sterling's Patriots turned it over 5 times but he still as some hope key word SOME. Darren's Packers lost to the Browns due to a blocked kick (one of about one hundred throughout the day!). We have thoughts about it all!
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Which 0-2 Teams Are in The Most Trouble, What 2-0 Teams Are The Biggest Pretenders, Which 1-1 Teams Are Contenders + Best Bets & Storylines Heading Into Week 3
We recorded these takes two times so these are even better the second time... sadly Greg's audio was shot and we ended up having to go without our 3rd but we have his picks and we have his takes! We got some great matchups as seen in the title but even more than that some amazing betting opportunities. We are absolutely getting after it through 2 weeks!ATS RECORDSterling: 24-8Darren: 21-11Greg: 17-15
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Burrow's Turf Toe, Catching Kelce's Bobbled Balls, The Russ Turned Aubrey Game, The Haves & Haves Nots + More Week 2 Highlights
Week 2 has came and went (besides the double header tomorrow woooooo) and wow what a sunday it was. We have learned a lot in the young season, we have learned that the Bengals don't care about protecting their franchise QB, we have learned that the fountain of youth lasted one week for Aaron Rodgers, we learned that the Cowboys don't have any intention to play defense but they can score at any moment thanks to the golden leg of Aubrey, what else?? Listen to find out what else!
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A Super Bowl Rematch, Love vs. Daniels, + Some Must Win Match ups for Week 2
Week 2 preview what else is there to say! We got some doozies coming your way as is normal in the NFL every week is a doozy!Agains the spread records through week 1Sterling - 10-6Darren - 9-7Greg - 8-8
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Josh & Lamar is Fun Football, Are The Lions Endangered, Tua Turndaballova & Other High/Low lights From an Awesome Week 1
Want to start by saying sorry for the "shaky" sound, we recorded using the same mic- but what an amazing weekend of football. Just wow that SNF game gave me SHIVERS! Football is BACK and so is our pod 2 episodes a week baby! Here is one recorded on location in Arizona #PodOnTheRoad
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2025-2026 NFL Preview Extravaganza, Team Tiers, Favorite Futures, Super Bowl & Award Predictions + Week 1 Jumbo Predictions
A jam packed episode!!Sterling and Darren (Greg is back in Albania for the week getting some much needed PTO after that thriller of a performance he put on last week) give the official NFL Pyramid rankings where does your team stack up? Before giving their SB predictions, favorite futures, doing ATS for every week 1 game, and some more new fun gimmicks! WE ARE BACK!NFL Pyramid - 0:06:00Awards - 1:08:00SB Prediction - 1:21:00WEEK 1 PREDICTIONS: 1:27:00
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2025 NFC Over/Under's + Greg is Back & Our Locks For The Year From Both Conferences
ONE WEEK AWAY FROM KICK OFF! Our Preview show is next week! Today though it's another show of W's & L's baby! It's now time for NFC where we discuss the defending champs Eagles and if there is a chance they get knocked off or have they built something sustainable? Can the 49ers bounce back? Is Matthew Stafford a zombie? Is Jordan Love going to show up to his potential? Can Detroit play the same way without their coordinators? JJ McCarthy? Sam Darnold? All the questions!!!NFC East - 12:30NFC North - 45:00NFC West - 1:27:00NFC South - 1:56:00
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2025 AFC Win Totals + Talking Some Off-Season Shop
HELLLLLLO! Welcome to another year of the best football podcast in the entire world.We start doing what we do best talking some W's & L's before the season gets underway in just a couple weeks. Can you believe that? Nothing like talking shop. Greg is still away but will be back to talk NFC next week! Goosebumps city when you look at futures and know you're just a few weeks away from the action being live. Can you feel it??? AFC West - 0:08:00AFC East - 0:42:00AFC North - 1:14:00AFC South - 1:43:00
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NFL Schedule Release Reaction + Offseason Recap, Winners & Losers of The Games Held Off The Field, What The Hell is Bill Belichick Doing, & Jaxson Dart I Have a Business Proposal For You (Call me)
Is this thing on? Darren and Sterling go over the entire offseason that has taken place since the Super Bowl between KC and Philly. Coaching changes, free agency, the draft, and the SCHEDULE: (The Lions and Chiefs have a gauntlet, the Patriots should win 10 games minimum...don't let me down Drake Maye)...Oh and of course we talk about some non-football things like Sterling almost losing it all at the horse track, almost losing his life due to his appendix going the way of the dodo, and Darren picking up new hobbies!We felt the need to record this because it's been too long, lots of things have happened, and we wanted to take Sterling's mind off of basketball after the Jayson Tatum injury.Enjoy!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Backseat Quarterbacks is a podcast about all things from the greatest thing on earth...FOOTBALL! Sterling and his co-hosts pick against the spread for every single game during the season – for those of you unaware that is 272 in the regular season and 13 in the playoffs – as well as give unique insight that only they can provide. They also try and answer some of societies toughest questions that philosophers from across the globe have been debating for generations: Does that QB pass the sniff test; or Why is a booth coordinator getting a head coaching job?Enjoy the ride!
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