The GM Shuffle

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

On The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest news out of Kansas City regarding Travis Kelce's knee injury and Chris Jones' continued contract hold-out ahead of NFL opening night vs the Lions. Plus, the guys break down more marquee matchups on the Week 1 schedule including Cowboys-Giants, Bengals-Browns, 49ers-Steelers, Eagles-Patriots and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the first full slate of college football and the impressive 2024 QB draft class. Plus, the guys discuss Cooper Kupp's hamstring injury as well as Chris Jones and Nick Bosa's continued hold-outs. Michael also reveals his Top 10 QBs in the NFL for the finale of "Blue Chip, Red Chips." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down why a trade wasn't made for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. The guys update the remaining hold outs in Chris Jones and Nick Bosa as we are one week away from the kickoff of the NFL regular season. Michael also examines why the Cardinals should leave QB Kyler Murray on the sidelines this season. Plus, Michael reveals his top NFL coaches and shares some stories about the late great Gil Brandt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michal Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Cowboys trade for former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance. Plus, Michael shares what he's hearing in regards to a potential trade involving Jonathan Taylor. The guys also discuss Josh Jacobs' new deal in Las Vegas before diving into the Michael's Red & Blue Chip running backs and the future of the position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to Trey Lance being named QB3 in San Francisco behind Sam Darnold. The guys break down potential suitors for Jonathan Taylor and the market for the Colts RB. Michael also reveals his red & blue chip WRs and analyzes the difference between pass catching and blocking TEs in the modern NFL. Plus, Chris Jones says he'll hold out until Week 8, Baker Mayfield will start for the Bucs and breaking news out of Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe share their thoughts on the biggest storylines from NFL preseason week 2 including takeaways from the Bills-Steelers game. The guys also break down what they saw from the young QBs who suited up this week. Plus, Jim Irsay provided an update on the Jonathan Taylor situation and the Buccaneers QB competition is still up in the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the new deals for both Dalvin Cook with the Jets and Ezekiel Elliott with the Patriots. Michael also responds to the reaction to his break down of Trey Lance's QB instinct, or lack thereof. Plus, Michael and Femi break down the top offensive lines in the league heading into 2023. The guys also react to the news of Zack Martin's new deal and Anthony Richardson being named QB1 in Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap week 1 of the NFL preseason including Trey Lance's disappointing performance and Justin Fields' inflated stat line. Plus, the guys break down what they saw from the rookie QBs in their first game action. Michael also shares his take on the latest drama between James Harden and the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Ron Rivera's comments about Eric Bieniemy and the coaching controversy brewing in Washington. Michael also reveals his top interior defensive lineman in the NFL. Plus, a quick recap of the New York Jets' debut on HBO's "Hard Knocks" and the Johnny Manziel Netflix documentary. The guys end the show with a quick preview of Thursday's preseason slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe take a look at the most-hyped NFL players so far in training camp, breaking down their potential impact on the team. Plus, Michael shares what he's most excited to see during this week's preseason games and joint practices across the league. The guys also analyze Alvin Kamara's suspension and a flurry of new deals around the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe reveal the Blue & Red Chip edge rushers in the NFL. The guys also break down the QB competitions across the league based off the latest news from training camp. Plus, the NFL preseason begins tonight with the Hall of Fame Game between the Jets and Browns. Femi and Michael also react to the injuries in the Broncos WR room, Alvin Kamara's looming suspensions and more RBs looking to get paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe discuss Jonathan Taylor's trade request and the bizarre comments by Jim Irsay. Plus, Joe Burrow and Jalen Ramsey both went down in training camp. The guys break down what their injuries mean for the Bengals and Dolphins. Michael and Femi also react to Sean Payton's comments regarding last year's Broncos squad and Aaron Rodgers' spicy response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the big contract news across the league including Saquon Barkley's one-year $11M deal, Aaron Rodgers' $35M paycut and Justin Herbert's record-setting QB deal. Plus, Michael reveals his red and blue chip off-ball linebackers heading into the 2023 season. The guys also talk training camp holdouts in Nick Bosa and Zack Martin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe discuss Chris Jones' hold out for a new deal in Kansas City. Plus, Jimmy G passed his physical in Las Vegas and is cleared for camp. The guys also react to injury updates from around the league - including Bills RB Nyheim Hines' season-ending knee injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices