We're Not Experts

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We're Not Experts

 We’re Not Experts is a podcast hosted by two guys who’ve somehow survived 15+ years of friendship and now think that qualifies them to talk into microphones. We’re average early 30’s dudes with very strong opinions and very average credentials—which is exactly the point.We’re sports ethicists in the loosest sense of the term, breaking down the morals, madness, and mayhem of a wide variety of sports… but let’s be honest: football will absolutely hijack the conversation. We can talk about other sports. We just won’t stop talking about football.Expect passionate debates, hot takes that cool off immediately, arguments that go nowhere, and the occasional moment of clarity that surprises everyone—including them. Stats may appear. Logic might leave the room. Confidence will always be high.We’re not analysts. We’re not insiders. We’re definitely not experts.We’re just two longtime friends talki

  1. 22

    NFL Schedule Release

    Send us Fan MailNFL schedule release day finally fed the streets. We broke down the best primetime games, the brutal schedules, the teams getting set to fail, and a little chaos like always.

  2. 21

    May Football Delusion

    Send us Fan MailWe overanalyze strength of schedule, react to the league's international takeover, and talk Breece Hall getting paid-all while fully embracing the May football delusion.

  3. 20

    Breaking: We Talked About Everything

    Send us Fan MailMalik Nabers speaks on Carnell Tate and welcome back Dianna Russini to the pod. Little NBA sprinkled in, plenty of takes, and the usual chaos.

  4. 19

    First Round Draft Recap

    Send us Fan MailThe gang gets in here and recaps the first round of the draft, talk about some surprising picks, and much more!

  5. 18

    Mike and Dianna Strike Again & Live Reaction of the Draft Top 10 Picks

    Send us Fan MailTurns out Mike and Dianna weren't done yet... So, we make sure that we can absolutely grill them and while that's going on we react to the top 10 of the NFL draft!

  6. 17

    The Foreshadowing

    Send us Fan MailCommanders teasing old looks, Rams copy-pasting jerseys, Ravens can't miss, Zay flowers calling out practices, Will Anderson gets PAID, Dexter Lawrence gets traded,   and Nashville lands the Super bowl 2030.

  7. 16

    Raw Data

    Send us Fan MailEpisode 16 of We’re Not Experts is packed with takes you probably didn’t ask for—but definitely need. The guys dive headfirst into the swirling rumors around Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, breaking down the alleged affair and what it could mean (or not mean) in the world of sports media and coaching.They also shift gears to college football standout Rueben Bain Jr. and his newly uncovered driving incident—does this kind of off-field issue actually impact his draft stock, or is talent still king when it comes down to it?And somehow, Our Lord and Savior Donald Trump makes his way into the conversation, adding more laughs to an already loaded episode.Justin goes a little more in depth about Parallax. Hot takes, questionable expertise, and unfiltered opinions—just the way you like it.

  8. 15

    A Shift in Perspective Is On The Horizon

    Send us Fan MailIs the sub station theory dead? Falcons drop new uniforms, Kirk cashes in again, Justin shares big news, and we prove (again) we can’t pick March Madness games. Just another day in the Cave.

  9. 14

    Just A Random Day In The Cave

    Send us Fan MailFrom college ball to the NBA to the NFL, we’re all over the place this episode. Breaking things down, overreacting where needed, and probably getting a few things completely wrong.

  10. 13

    JSN Got Paid & We’re Already Wrong About the Season

    Send us Fan MailJaxon Smith-Njigba joins the Bag Collection Agency and we break down the deal and what it means moving forward. Then we jump into way too early division predictions and lock in our AFC and NFC winners, fully expecting these takes to age horribly.

  11. 12

    More Free Agency, Daniel Jones is a Bag Man, Jaylen Waddle On the Move

    Send us Fan MailFree agency has officially turned into a fever dream. The Kansas City Chiefs grab Justin Fields, Jaylen Waddle is suddenly a Denver Broncos, and the Indianapolis Colts  gave Daniel Jones $88M like it’s Monopoly money.The Miami Dolphins have so much dead cap they might need a GoFundMe, De’Von Achane could be next on the chopping block, and now Kyler Murray to the Minnesota Vikings. At this point we’re not breaking news—we’re just trying to survive it.

  12. 11

    The Salary Cap Is A Myth

    Send us Fan MailNFL free agency has officially arrived and teams are throwing money around like the salary cap doesn’t exist. K9 lands with the Chiefs, Alec Pierce gets the bag in Indy while the Colts somehow trade Michael Pittman, and Malik Willis cashes in with the Dolphins. The Panthers pay Jalen Phillips big, the Raiders reset the interior O-line market with Tyler Linderbaum, and the Titans start stacking defenders. Geno Smith even finds time to beef with Wendy’s before getting traded to the Jets. Free agency is already off the rails.

  13. 10

    Breece Denied Parole, Geno Evicted & The NFL is in Absolute Chaos

    Send us Fan MailThe NFL offseason is already completely off the rails. We break down David Montgomery to Houston, Travis Etienne hitting free agency, Breece Hall getting “denied parole” with the franchise tag, and growing trade rumors around AJ Brown. Plus the Patriots cut Stefon Diggs, DJ Moore heads to Buffalo, Geno Smith somehow gets cut twice, and Ryan Clark delivers one of the wildest QB takes we’ve ever heard.

  14. 9

    Standing On Tables For Draft Picks

    Send us Fan MailEpisode 9 of We're Not Experts dives into the start of Combine season as the guys break down draft buzz and players to watch. They debate whether Breece Hall is stuck in a rough situation, discuss new UFL rule changes that could eventually make their way to the NFL, and react to the reported Jermaine Johnson trade. Plus, should the Cowboys pay Brandon Aubrey, what are they putting in the water at Ohio State, and Joe Brady says he “stood on the table” for Keon Coleman.

  15. 8

    That Little Extra

    Send us Fan MailThe offseason is already moving fast. We react to Brian Daboll and Gus Bradley’s press conferences and why there’s real optimism building. Lane Johnson returns for Year 14 to keep the tush push alive, and the Bears possibly relocating to Hammond, Indiana might be the headline of the week.Free agency drama heats up with Javonte Williams re-signing in Dallas, Kyle Pitts getting the franchise tag, and Kenneth Walker not expected to be tagged. Kirk Cousins is back on the market chasing another bag, Jaylen Waddle rumors are swirling in Miami, and Patrick Mahomes restructures to free up $45M for Kansas City to reload.Plus, a big shoutout to BOTH the USA men’s and women’s hockey teams for bringing home gold.Offseason chaos? We’re just getting started.

  16. 7

    Titans Logo Gets a Haircut, Dolphins Clean House and Other News

    Send us Fan MailThis week on We’re Not Experts, we kick things off with the biggest offseason storyline nobody asked for: the Titans logo gets a haircut. Is it a subtle trim? A Did the graphic designer just say “trust me” and start swinging? We break down the new look like we’ve been in the barber chair ourselves.JellyRoll Enters The Chat and Justin sings a little tune.The Dolphins clean house and move on from Tyreek Hill. Where should he land? Contender?  Reunion tour? And what is he actually going to be for the rest of his career — elite game-breaker, high-end WR2, or full “veteran presence” era?We also debate the three running backs who are about to potentially be on the move:•Kenneth Walker III•Breece Hall•Travis EtiennePlus:The Los Angeles Rams are allegedly eyeing Ty Simpson.And we dive into the rumors that Travis Hunter might primarily play corner going forward. We debate which side of the ball he’d actually dominate more — lockdown CB1 or electric WR1 — and accidentally turn it into a full scouting department argument.As always, we are not experts — just confident. Strong takes, reckless projections, and at least one opinion that will look ridiculous by Week 3. Tune in.

  17. 6

    Kicking Off The Offseason

    Send us Fan MailThe offseason is officially here, which means hope is undefeated and logic is optional. We’re breaking down which quarterbacks and franchises are under the most pressure to at least make the Super Bowl next year — including Derek Carr (yes, again). Is this redemption season or another chapter in the same book?We Dive In To More Offseason NewsWe also dive into early mock draft buzz and which teams are about to talk themselves into a mistake. It’s pressure rankings, offseason delusion, and the beginning of six straight months of “this is our year.”As always, we are not experts — but we do have opinions.

  18. 5

    Super Bowl 60 Recap, MVP Robbery, Crashouts And Other News

    Send us Fan MailWe’re back with Episode 5 of We’re Not Experts, and this one is chaotic in all the right ways.We’re breaking down the Super Bowl from Drake Maye’s terrible performance under the brightest lights to just how rough a night it was for Will Campbell. Then we get into the big debate: was the Super Bowl MVP a straight-up robbery?Plus:James Pearce Jr. Crashes OutThe NFL Super Bowl 61 logo conspiracy theory? Is it coming back again?And we unpack the viral “PenisGate” controversy surrounding Olympic athletes and how internet rumors spiral into global headlinesAs always, we’re not analysts… we’re not insiders… we’re definitely not experts. But we’ve got opinions.Tap in.

  19. 4

    The Coaching Carousel Is Complete & Super Bowl Picks

    Send us Fan MailEpisode 4 of We’re Not Experts is pure NFL chaos — Todd Monken takes on the Browns’ dysfunction (brave man), Mike LaFleur ends up being the man for the Cardinals, and Klint Kubiak is now in charge of the Raiders. With all 10 head coaching jobs filled, we hand out winners, losers, and a few “what are we even doing?” awards. The public is all over Seattle, which makes us immediately nervous, so we debate if it’s time to fade the Seahawks. Plus Keys to Success for Super Bowl contenders, our favorite player prop bets, and the NFL going global again with games in Paris and Australia — because nothing says football like 14-hour flights and confused body clocks. Strong opinions, questionable logic, zero credentials — We’re Not Experts. 

  20. 3

    We're Back And We're Better

    Send us Fan MailEpisode 3 of We’re Not Experts is here, and things are getting bold. Possibly too bold.This week, we break down the NFL Conference Championship games with elite confidence and questionable logic, react to the latest NFL coaching hires (some inspiring, some… deeply confusing), and make early Super Bowl predictions we will absolutely stand by until they’re proven wrong!"The Bald" Are Taking Over NashvilleAnd of course, we discuss another conspiracy — one that may or may not involve football, influence, writing, or maybe its just us spiraling late into the episode.Football talk. Reckless predictions. Zero qualifications.This is We’re Not Experts, Episode 3 — and the evidence is piling up. 

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    It Takes Courage

    Send us Fan MailWe’re Not Experts is back, and once again we prove it by confidently discussing things we only kind of understand.This week, we preview the NFL Conference Championship games with all the authority of people who have watched a lot of football and read some tweets. Who’s going to the Super Bowl? Who will we absolutely pretend we “called” after the fact? It’s all here.We also dive into the latest NFL coaching hires, where billion-dollar franchises entrust their future to guys who look like they own at least three Patagonia vests and call plays off laminated vibes. Who nailed it? And we somehow end up talking about electrical substation theory in San Francisco.Sports. Coaching chaos. Power grids. Zero credentials.We’re Not Experts — and this episode is aggressively on brand.

  22. 1

    Gotta Start Somewhere Right?

    Send us Fan MailOur Pilot episode...  Are we ready? Probably not. Are we experts? Certainly NOT! But ya gotta start somewhere right?The Divisional Round delivered drama, heartbreak, and a few major surprises—and we’re breaking it all down. We recap every playoff matchup, the biggest moments, and what these results mean as the road to the Super Bowl becomes clearer.We also dive into the future of the Buffalo Bills after their shocking coaching firing—what went wrong, what’s next, and how this decision reshapes the franchise. Plus, we look at the Tennessee Titans’ head coaching search, breaking down the top candidates and what direction the team might be heading.Playoff reactions, coaching chaos, and offseason implications—tap in for all of it.

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We’re Not Experts is a podcast hosted by two guys who’ve somehow survived 15+ years of friendship and now think that qualifies them to talk into microphones. We’re average early 30’s dudes with very strong opinions and very average credentials—which is exactly the point.We’re sports ethicists in the loosest sense of the term, breaking down the morals, madness, and mayhem of a wide variety of sports… but let’s be honest: football will absolutely hijack the conversation. We can talk about other sports. We just won’t stop talking about football.Expect passionate debates, hot takes that cool off immediately, arguments that go nowhere, and the occasional moment of clarity that surprises everyone—including them. Stats may appear. Logic might leave the room. Confidence will always be high.We’re not analysts. We’re not insiders. We’re definitely not experts.We’re just two longtime friends talki

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