The GM Shuffle

In this clip from "The Lombardi Line" on VSiN hosts Michael Lombardi and Stormy Buonantony put a bow on the 2023-24 NFL season with division-by-division "Exit Interviews." Michael breaks down which teams reached their potential, who fell short of expectations and what the focus of the offseason needs to be for each squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe take a peak behind-the-curtain of what really goes down at the annual NFL Draft Combine in Indianapolis. Plus, the guys take a first look at the candidates to go at the top of April's draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Femi Abebefe and Michael Lombardi break down the market for Justin Fields, Kirk Cousins and Russell Wilson. The guys also react to the impact Big Dom DiSandro's suspension had on the Eagles. Plus, the latest on the 49ers search for a new defensive coordinator and the ridiculous comments from Raiders HC Antonio Pierce on Las Vegas' "recipe" to beat the Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe begin the NFL offseason by breaking down the lies they've already heard across the league. Plus, the guys go over potential franchise tag candidates ahead of the window opening on Feb. 20th. Michael also reacts to Steve Wilks' firing in San Francisco and recaps his 2023-24 weekly awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Super Bowl LVIII. The guys discuss Mahomes' legacy, the Chiefs dynasty and what the 49ers need to do to get over the hump. Plus, Michael hands out his final awards of the season and looks ahead at way too early Super Bowl futures for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, Michael and Femi update the action at Media Row in Las Vegas. Plus, the guys share their official predictions for Super Bowl LVIII. The guys also break down who should be the next Cowboys DC, Eliot Wolf taking over the Patriots and Mark Murphy's pending departure from Green Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe kick off Super Bowl week from Media Row in Las Vegas. Plus, the guys break down the coordinator hires from around the league and update the reason why Dan Quinn landed the Commanders job. Michael analyzes the coaching battles for Super Bowl LVIII including Andy Reid vs Kyle Shanahan and the problems each team's DC will have to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the breaking news of the Commanders hiring Dan Quinn to be their next HC. Plus, the guys break down a number of other coaching and coordinator hires across the league. Michael also shares his thoughts on the Cowboys plans to go "all-in" in 2024 as well as some comments from Tom Brady on accountability. Femi and Michael end the pod with a first look at the Super Bowl LVIII betting market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap all of the action from Championship Sunday including Dan Campbell's questionable 4th down decisions, San Francisco's historic second half, the Ravens' offensive futility and the Chiefs' continued dominance of the AFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest coaching news including the Chargers hiring Jim Harbaugh and Tennessee's decision to bring on Brian Callahan and promote Ran Carthon. Plus, they react to the Dolphins parting ways with DC Vic Fangio and the Packers firing DC Joe Barry. Michael also shares his thoughts on the Raiders introductory press conference with new GM Tom Telesco and HC Anthony Pierce. The guys end the show with a preview of Conference Championship Sunday's slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap a wild Divisional Round slate. The guys break down the future of the Bills after a devastating loss vs the Chiefs, recap how the 49ers survived the Packers, discuss what the Lions' success means to Detroit and explain the reason behind the Raven's domination vs the Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Cowboys' decision to retain Mike McCarthy as head coach in 2024. The guys also recap Monday's playoff games and discuss the future for Nick Sirianni and Mike Tomlin. Plus, the guys update the head coaching carousel including timelines for Bill Belichick, Jim Harbaugh and Antonio Pierce. Michael and Femi end the pod by sharing their thoughts and best bets for the NFL Divisional Round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Cowboys stunning loss to the Packers and look ahead to the wide-ranging implications the defeat could have. Plus, the guys break down the Lions historic victory vs the Rams, an easy win for the Chiefs vs a fraudulent Dolphins offense and a great performance by CJ Stroud in a shocking blowout vs the Browns. Michael also shares his opinion of the Patriots hiring Jerod Mayo as the next head coach and Jim Harbaugh's interview with the Chargers. The guys end the pod with a quick preview of Monday's games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On an emergency edition of The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Bill Belichick's exit in New England and what's next for the Patriots. Plus, thoughts on Nick Saban retiring from coaching and Pete Carroll transitioning to a different role for the Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Mike Vrabel's firing in Tennessee and what's next for the Titans organization. Plus, Michael reacts to breaking news that Matt Eberflus will stay in Chicago for the 2024 season. Lombardi also shares what he knows about the drama between Wink Martindale and the New York Giants. The guys end the show with a betting breakdown of Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the firing of Arthur Smith and Ron Rivera and look ahead to the future for the Falcons and Commanders. Plus, what's the timeline for a decision to be made on Bill Belichick's future in New England? The guys also recap the top games from the weekend, including Bills-Dolphins and Colts-Texans. Michael ends the pod with his awards for Week 18 and initial thoughts on the NFL playoff bracket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the decisions ahead of the Chicago Bears this offseason and the future for Justin Fields. The guys also examine the NFL coaches on the hot seat ahead of Black Monday along with Jim Harbaugh's NFL options. Plus, Jonathan Gannon doubles down on Kyler Murray as the Cardinals franchise QB and Michael shares his rules for betting NFL Week 18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the controversial ending in the Cowboys-Lions game. Plus, the guys update the AFC and NFC playoff picture with the Ravens and 49ers securing #1 seeds. Michael also shares his take on the division races that are still alive headed into Week 18 and hands out awards from this weekend's action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe talk about the Broncos benching Russell Wilson for the rest of the season plus his likely departure from the team after this season. Plus, Michael reacts to Jaire Alexander's coin flip incident before the start of OT against the Panthers last Sunday. The guys also preview the NFL Week 17 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the NFL Week 16 slate including the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day games. Michael also hands out his weekly awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe talk about the George Pickens situation with the Steelers. Plus, the guys break down the top games for Week 16 including the big Monday Night showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Michael also hands out Christmas gifts to four NFL owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the top games from Sunday's slate including a dominate performance from the Buffalo Bills. Plus, the guys react to the Chargers firing of Brandon Staley and GM Tom Telesco. Michael also shares his take on the NFL Playoff Picture, award races and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the report that Bill Belichick is on his way out in New England. Plus, Michael breaks down what "The Raider Way" actually means and how the Silver and Black need to rebuild their culture ahead of a Thursday night matchup with the Chargers. The guys wrap up the pod previewing the top games of this weekend's NFL slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the controversial ending of Bills-Chiefs and the domination in Dallas that was the Cowboys-Eagles game. Plus, the guys get to a wild finish in Rams-Ravens, an impressive performance from Zach Wilson vs the Texans, and an all-time low-scoring game in Raiders-Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest in the Jets QB saga, with the team electing to go back to Zach Wilson. "Big Daddy" Vince Lombardi also makes his GM Shuffle debut, talking Packers with Michael and Femi for a segment. The guys also react to the absurd calls to bench Jalen Hurts and preview Cowboys vs Eagles along with the other top games on the Week 14 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Eagles and Chiefs performance this season compared to last year's Super Bowl participants. The guys also talk Brock Purdy's case for MVP and the resurgence of the Green Bay Packers. Plus, Michael breaks down where his Week 13 bets went wrong and gives out his awards for the week. Finally, we end the pod reacting to a controversial College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down David Tepper's comments after the Frank Reich firing and Michael tells him the hard truth about what'll take to be successful in Carolina. Plus, the guys discuss Aaron Rodgers' return to practice, the woeful QB situation in New England and some comments from Danny O about Michael's "disdain" for him. Femi and Michael end the pod by previewing 49ers-Eagles and a few more games on the Week 13 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Frank Reich's exit in Carolina and what David Tepper needs to do to fix the Panthers. Plus, the guys recap an awesome game between the Eagles-Bills and another disappointing game from the Chargers on SNF. Michael also talks about the importance of QB likability to an offense's success, using Derek Carr, Mac Jones and Russell Wilson as examples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Eagles victory over the Chiefs on Monday Night Football and debate the best team in the NFL. Plus, Michael reacts to Tom Brady's comments criticizing mediocrity across the league, the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination, Matt Canada's firing in Pittsburgh and Shaquille Leonard's release from the Colts. The guys end the pod previewing the Thanksgiving Weekend slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the coaches on the hot seat after Sunday's slate. Are Brandon Staley, Frank Reich and Ron Rivera dead men walking? Plus, was Zach Wilson benched for the final time in New York? Michael also reveals his awards for Week 11 and the guys quickly preview Eagles-Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the errors in team building from the Buffalo Bills and react to the decision to fire OC Ken Dorsey. Plus, Deshaun Watson is out for the year and more QB news from across the league. The guys wrap up the show previewing Bengals-Ravens and more of the top games on the Week 11 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap CJ Stroud's impressive performance in Houston's upset win in Cincy. Plus, when will the Jaguars be able to win a big game? The guys also break down Mac Jones' bad day, the Jets costly mistakes and the record five game-winning FGs in Week 10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Bill Belichick's future in New England and the difficult decision that Kraft family must make on who'll lead the Patriots. Plus, Michael shares his take on what Robert Saleh pleading the fifth on The Michael Kay Show tells him about the Jets. The guys also give out their mid-season NFL awards and preview the Week 10 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Bengals impressive win over Buffalo and ask is the Bills championship window closing? Plus, the guys recap Eagles-Cowboys and Dolphins-Chiefs. Michael also shares his take on Montez Sweat's new deal with the Bears, Daniel Jones' season-ending injury, and more from NFL Week 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the changes made in Las Vegas and what lead to the dismissal of HC Josh McDaniels, GM David Ziegler and OC Mick Lombardi. Plus, Michael shares his take on the flurry of trades made before the NFL trade deadline. The guys end the show by previewing the marquee matchups on the Week 9 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the biggest takeaways from NFL Week 8 including a devasting injury to Kirk Cousins as well as surprising losses from the 49ers and Chiefs. The guys also review the cluster of injuries to QBs across the league and hand out awards for Week 8 of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe preview Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, breaking down potential buyers, sellers and trade targets across the league. Plus, the guys take a look at the top games on the Week 8 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Eagles-Lions Sunday Night Football game, the Ravens blowuout win vs the Lions and the Patriots upset over the Bills. Plus, the guys break down a wild Colts-Browns game and Deshaun Watson's future in Cleveland. At the end of the show, Michael hands out awards for Week 7 and shares a quick pick for Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the reasons behind the low scoring and poor offensive schemes around the league. Plus, Michael reacts to the news that Kyler Murray is back at practice, Anthony Richardson is out for the year and Caleb Williams wants equity in his future NFL team. The guys also analyze the eight teams sitting at 3-3 before previewing NFL Week 7's top games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the first losses for the 49ers and Eagles. Plus, the guys react to the wild-ending between the Bills and Giants, the Lions' impressive start, and inefficient red zone offenses across the league. At the end of the show, Michael reveals his award recipients for NFL Week 6 and pick for Cowboys-Chargers on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the unstable situations facing Panthers' HC Frank Reich and Patriots' HC Bill Belichick. Plus, the guys discuss if the Vikings should consider trading Kirk Cousins after Justin Jefferson was placed on IR. Michael also reveals the five NFL teams that can win the Super Bowl and previews this weekend's top games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the reasons behind the Patriots' worst start since 2000. Plus, Michael shares his take on the impact of the Bills' mounting defensive injuries and Jonathan Taylor's new contract in Indy. The guys also react to Nathaniel Hackett's revenge vs the Broncos, the Steelers improbable comeback vs the Ravens and more injury updates from across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the New York Giants' costly error dealing with Daniel Jones' contract and what teams who drafted a QB in the 2021 class could learn from their mistake. Plus, the guys examine the potential fallout from the Bears historic losing streak ahead of their Thursday Night game vs the Commanders. Michael and Femi preview Cowboys-49ers and other top games from NFL Week 5 to end the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi & Femi Abebefe break down the Sunday Night Football game between the Chiefs & Jets before diving into the Bills dominant performance vs the Dolphins. Plus, Michael says the Bengals offense is broken and the Eagles aren't nearly as good as last year. The guys also break down the ending in Raiders-Chargers, the Steelers' disappointing loss to the Texans, Mac Jones' ineffectiveness vs the Cowboys, and Denver's comeback in Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the QB situation in New York and the dilemma Robert Saleh is facing by continuing to start QB Zach Wilson. Plus, Michael grades the job each new head coach has done so far this season. The guys also analyze the keys to the Dolphins' early success and preview NFL Week 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the questionable coaching decisions to end the Steelers-Raiders & Chargers-Vikings games. Plus, they react to a historic blowout in Miami, offensive futility in New York and shocking upsets in Arizona & Jacksonville. The guys end the show with Michael's awards for Week 3 and a quick look at Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the firestorm in Chicago surrounding Justin Fields' comments and DC Alan Williams' departure. Plus, the guys break down the Cam Akers trade to the Minnesota Vikings and the fallout from Nick Chubb's injury on Monday Night Football. Michael and Femi also share some of their best bets for the NFL Week 3 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the biggests storylines from NFL Week 2 including Lamar Jackson's MVP-caliber performance, the massive 21-point comeback from the Giants and Brandon Staley's coaching malpractice in crunch time vs the Titans. Plus, the Patriots squander another late-game opportunity and Justin Fields' regresses again vs the Buccaneers. The guys also update injuries to Joe Burrow and Saquon Barkley ADDRESS FOR AUTOGRAPHED BOOK (SELF ADDRESS RETURN ENVELOPE): MICHAEL LOMBARDI 810 ASBURY AVE SUITE 215 OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to Aaron Rodgers season-ending injury and look ahead to what it means for the Jets. Plus, Chris Jones reached a deal with the Chiefs and Michael isn't sure his holdout was worth it. The guys also preview the marquee matchups and break down the betting lines for NFL Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe share their biggest takeaways from Week 1 in the NFL including the Cowboys & 49ers dominance, Tyreek Hill's explosive day and disappointing performances from Justin Fields & Joe Burrow. Plus, the guys recap a wild Patriots-Eagles ending, a surprising win for the Rams over the Seahawks, and the top performances from the league's young QBs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices