Jessie Bates III joins Jordan Schultz to explain why Cincinnati let him go, how he prepares for Sundays and what keeps him grounded away from football. The Falcons All-Pro safety also shares what he witnessed during Michael Penix Jr.’s comeback and why he considers him a franchise quarterback.
Dolphins rookie Caleb Douglas breaks down the adjustment from college to NFL timing, including why an interception isn’t always the quarterback’s fault. Keyshawn Johnson serves as the Wide Receiver Whisper for wide outs navigating fewer opportunities, weighs Chicago’s Jeffery Simmons trade and explains his frustration with USC under Lincoln Riley.
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
1:00 - How Jeffery Simmons became a Bear
07:10 - Keyshawn’s Advice for NFL Receivers
13:31 - USC and Lincoln Riley’s Future
20:28 - Jessie Bates on His Big Game and Madden Rating
25:05 - Leaving Cincinnati and Life Beyond Football
31:35 - Michael Penix and Atlanta’s Defense
39:06 - Giving Back and All-Time Safeties
44:58 - Caleb Douglas on His Rookie Season
51:22 - Adjusting to NFL Timing and Physicality
55:41 - Fanatics Sunday Night Football Parlay
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