NFL Rants & Raves is your weekly dose of unfiltered football talk. Steven breaks down the games, the calls, and the storylines that had everyone yelling at their TV, and this season he goes head to head with Axis Iron, the AI challenger, in a season-long battle of NFL picks. Rants, raves, hot takes, and a scoreboard that never lies.

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Episode 6.18 – NFC South Assessment Show

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Episode 6.18 – NFC South Assessment Show
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Steven and Jeff are back from San Diego and are ready to take on the NFC South. The guys start with some NFL News and discuss the return of QB Brett Favre and his missing WR Sidney Rice. The guys talk about Chan Gailey getting on some fans that were heckling the Bills players, the Jets center Nick Mangold becoming the highest-paid center in the NFL, and Chad Ochocinco gets fined $25,000. Listen to Steven’s idea for Chad to save a little money.

The guys then focus on the Falcons, Panthers, Saints and Buccaneers. Both Steven and Jeff like the Saints to repeat as division winner, as long as QB Drew Brees can stay healthy and avoid the Madden Curse. Jeff thinks the Falcons can make it three years in a row with a winning record. Steven finds it difficult to see the Bucs win more than three games, while Jeff thinks they can turn from the Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything to the Pirates Who Do Some Stuff Every Once in a While. Steven likes Panther QB Matt Moore, but thinks he will have a difficult time if there is nobody else to step up at wide receiver next to Steve Smith.

The guys share some stories from the Chargers Press Box, while Steven makes Jeff talk about Rick Springfield.

 

Episode 6.17 – NFC North Assessment Show

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Episode 6.17 – NFC North Assessment Show
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Jeff returns from 49ers camp and has some interesting stories to share. The guys cover some NFL news, from Eli Manning’s bloody night, to Tony Dungy talking about potty-mouth Rex Ryan and Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald getting hurt in the first preseason game. Plus the Bears keep getting rejected by veteran quarterbacks, what is going on with Brett Favre, and why are NFL officials apologizing for past missed calls?

The guys turn to the NFC North and discuss the Bears, Lions, Packers and Vikings. The guys break the division into the have-s, the middle of the roads, and the have-NOTS! Steven likes the Bears more than Jeff does and he also says to hold off on putting the Packers in the Super Bowl. Steven sees the Vikings winning the division regardless of what “Cuatro” does, while Jeff thinks its time for the Packers to lay claim to the division. The guys have a new lion roar audio sound, but Steven says the Lions don’t get the sound clip until they win seven games or more.

Come check out the site www.NFLRandR.com and see Steven attempt the conditioning video.

 

Episode 6.16 – NFC East Assessment Show

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Episode 6.16 – NFC East Assessment Show
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As Jeff prepares to go off to 49ers camp, the guys bring to you an early show to cover the NFC East. The guys start out with some news and discuss Albert Haynesworth finally passing the conditioning test, and how did Steven do? The guys talk about the Commish saying the Super Bowl will be played in 2012, Tim Tebow and the Broncos play in the mud despite having several injuries plague them already and the guys talk about their plans to be in New York for the season opener.

Steven and Jeff then turn their attention on the NFC East and talked Cowboys, Giants, Eagles and Redskins. Steven doesn’t understand why so many people are upset that the Cowboys are being talked about as having a legitimate shot of winning the Super Bowl in their own stadium. Both the guys think the Cowboys have a hard schedule, but they think they can pull out another division win. Although Steven thinks the Eagles will struggle, he likes the Eagles much more than Jeff does. The guys fell that the Giants defense will need to be better if the Giants are going to compete in the division and Steven believes the Redskins will bring up the rear in the division again because of their new player mix.

Plus the guys ask you to visit the website and check out the video of Steven’s attempt at the Haynesworth Conditioning test.

 

Episode 6.15 – AFC West Assessment Show

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Episode 6.15 – AFC West Assessment Show
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Another super long show, just a little over two and a half hours, but this time, it’s not the guys fault. With training camps in full swing, the guys got right to football. The show started with the breaking news that Brett Favre was calling it quits. Steven didn’t believe but Jeff felt this might be the real deal. The guys discussed Albert Haynsworth failing the Redskins conditioning test, AKA The Shanny, and Steven claimed he could pass the test. Plus the guys talked about Sam Bradford becoming the $50 million man, Eric Perry getting tons of money too, and the guys came up with a solution to a rookie salary cap.

Steven and Jeff then turn their attention on the AFC West and talked Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders and Chargers. Steven says he is excited about the Chiefs and Raiders. Find out why. Jeff feels the Chargers will still win the division, but wants to know if the other three teams have caught the Chargers. The guys have an interesting discussion on Tim Tebow and why he is so popular. The Broncos are an intriguing team in this division, but it all depends how they come out of the gate. Steven gives props to Raiders QB Jason Campbell, and feels he might be good enough to make everyone forget that Tom Cable is the coach in Oakland.

Plus listen to more NFL news, including the city of Indianapolis and the Super Bowl in 2012, Leroy Hill waiting to have his day in court, and Chargers LB Shawne Merriman’s quote of, “I want to be on a team where someone is going to be building a defense around me.” And finally, Steven starts a new venture, check it out at www.ffbuddy.com

 

Episode 6.14 – AFC South Assessment Show

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Episode 6.14 – AFC South Assessment Show
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The guys come back with a super long show, just shy of two and a half hours. With training camps opening up, there was just too much to talk about. A sad farewell to Raiders Jack Tatum who died at 61. Steven and Jeff discuss rookie WR Dez Bryant not carrying Roy Williams‘ shoulder pads, Osi Umenyiora waiting to have hip surgery, Wes Welker starts off on the PUP list, and Ravens rookie Terrance Cody not being able to practice because he failed a conditioning test.

Steven and Jeff then turn their attention on the AFC South and the Texans, Colts, Jaguars and Titans. Steven says three of these teams will be in the playoffs and the the fourth team might be headed for London. Jeff feels bad because he has virtually nothing positive to say about one of the teams, and Steven wonders what would have happened to the Jaguars had they drafted Florida Gators QB Tim Tebow. Both guys like the Colts to repeat as division champs, while Steven feels the Titans and Texans are not too far behind and will make the division interesting.

Plus listen to Jeff talk about why you should come out and play fantasy football, only a few spots left in the RARN Leagues. Then Steven and Jeff discuss the ending of Inception and Steven wonders if they are dreaming about doing the show. Hmmmm.

 

Episode 6.13 – AFC North Assessment Show

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Episode 6.13 – AFC North Assessment Show
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Training camps are right around the corner, and the guys are back in full swing. The guys share some stories from their first media credentialed event as they attended the LASEC’s NFL 101 event held at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum. Listen as Steven stumbles over himself to say “Hi” to Andrea Kremer. The guys share stories about the event, including talking to the the fiery Herm Edwards, NFL Network’s Rich Eisen and SI’s Peter King. Plus hear some of the interviews Steven did with Chargers QB Philip Rivers, NY Jets WR Jerricho Cotchery and NY Giants WR Steve Smith.

The guys then turn their attention to some NFL News and discuss the possibility of Ravens CB Ed Reed starting the season on the PUP list, JaMarcus Russell pleading not-guilty, why is the NY Jets owner so confident his players will not sit out this year and then Jeff tries to make Terrell Owens HWMNBN again since “the agent” keeps T.O. in the news. The guys also talk about some of the omissions they made last week when talking about the Miami Dolphins, but Steven just gave Dolphins fans loads to worry about.

Steven and Jeff the turn their attention to the AFC North as they look at the Ravens, Bengals, Browns and Steelers. Steven thinks this division will be a two horse race with only one team from the division reaching the playoffs. Steven jumps on the Bengals bandwagon early, while Jeff warns him of the perils of jumping on an early wagon. Jeff likes the Ravens, although both guys scratch their heads at the Marc Bulger signing. They also agree that the Browns are going to have a hard long season with little offensive weapons to call upon.

The guys end talking about Fantasy Football, as they open up the 4th Annual RARN Fantasy Football Leagues. Previous owners should check their emails for their invitation while new players should go to Fantasy 2010.

 

Episode 6.12 – AFC East Assessment Show

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Episode 6.12 – AFC East Assessment Show
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After some much needed R and R, the guys are back with some R and R. Steven and Jeff are ranting and raving again as they begin their preparation for the 2010 NFL Season. After covering some NFL News, Big Ben Reothlisberger rumored to be in trouble again, the Mike Vick Fiasco and the three-year extension given to Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, the guys hit a sad note as the talk about the passing of Randal Cunningham’s 2 year old son and the death of Air Coryell.

The guys then focus their attention on the AFC East and give you their opinions on the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots and New York Jets. Steven says he now likes Jets head coach Rex Ryan and tells you why he didn’t like Rex last year. The guys agree on most everything regarding this decision except for one team. Steven tries to say something nice about every team, even the Bills, but Jeff just makes fun of him. Plus the guys like the same team to win the division.

Plus hear some fun stories from the guys trips and a little flashback to the 8th grade.

 

Episode 6.11 – NFL News

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Happy Father’s Day! Here comes the shortest show of the season. As Steven and Jeff prepare to go off on a little vacation before the season starts up with training camps, the guys take some time to talk about the latest news in the NFL.

Steven hates to say, “I told you so”, but says it to the Redskins anyways and Jeff has his back as the guys discuss Albert Haynesworth-less sitting out of mandatory mini-camp after taking a $21 million check. Jeff brings up the latest with the government as they interview past NFLPA employees as they investigate possible collusion between the NFL and the NFLPA.

QB Vince Young doesn’t get a pass, but Steven says, at least he did not show his junk but Jeff says Vince needs to stop going to strip clubs and staying out until 3am.

Steven apologizes to all the NFLRandR Fantasy Football League winners, and asks for help. Plus Steven turns out to be a softy as he talks about a movie making him cry.

 

Episode 6.10 – NFL News and 2007 Draft Review

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Episode 6.10 – NFL News and 2007 Draft Review
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Steven and Jeff start out with a look at the Franchise Quarterback Poll Results. It received the largest response out of any RARN poll ever. The guys were surprised that Brett Favre received so few votes and gave your their thoughts as to why many of you left Brett off the list. The poll clearly showed what Jeff said in his article, that many teams in the NFL lack a quality QB. The poll also shows that there are three elite QBs, four our five pretty good QBs and some that are just so-so, and there were even four QBs that did not receive a single vote.

The guys then discuss some of the current news in the NFL like the owners voting for a Super Bowl in the New York/New Jersey market and the guys have plenty to say about that. Jeff even lets the Commish, Roger Goodell get his goat. Other news includes QB Ben Roethlisberger back at practice for the Steelers, Jeremy Shockey’s seizure, and a little debate about the greatest TV or Film character of the past 20 years. Doh!

Finally, the guys go back in time to check out the 2007 NFL Draft. Listen as the Steven and Jeff take a look at 10 teams with the top 10 picks and how they have fared with the players selected in 2007.

 

Episode 6.09 – NFL News and Final Draft Recap

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Steven and Jeff take some time to discuss some of the NFL News that has happened since the last show. Steven finds trouble with the AP’s re-voting of Defensive Rookie of the Year and somehow Brian Cushing winning it again. The guys also talk about Brett Favre’s decision to not make a decision on having surgery, Jeff and Steven rail at Albert Haynesworth and what are JaMarcus Russell’s plans now that he does not have a team?

The guys discuss NFL player contracts and Jeff is not happy with Texans WR Andre Johnson, while Steven sides with the player and tells you why he sides with the player. The guys talk about RB Chris Johnson looking for a new contract, and they discuss they problem with being upset at a player for missing voluntary work-outs.

Finally, the guys get to the NFC West and a draft recap. Steven and Jeff agree that the Seahawks had a great draft and that the 49ers are looking pretty solid as well. Steven thinks the Rams did very well and that their offense alone will be significantly improved. Jeff likes what the Cardinals did, but is not sure how they will compete for the division having Matt Leinart at the helm.

Plus the guys throw some listeners under the bus. What?