<description>&lt;p&gt;Cody and Felix discuss James Franklin to Virginia Tech, the Broncos stun the Chiefs, and Josh Allen's historic day. Plus, film analysis on why J.J. McCarthy can't throw left.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;In this episode:&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* React to the breaking news of James Franklin becoming the next head coach at Virginia Tech and discuss the future of the program.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* Analyze the Broncos’ stunning upset win over the Chiefs, focusing on how Bo Nix handled Kansas City’s zone pressures.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* Break down Josh Allen’s historic six-touchdown performance against the Buccaneers and why the Buffalo defense remains a concern.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;* Discuss the Vikings’ struggles, specifically highlighting film evidence that rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy cannot throw to his left.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Preview the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between the Texans and the Bills, looking at how Houston’s defense matches up on a short week.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Timestamps:&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 - Intro &amp; Commanders vs. Dolphins: An “Overtime Thriller” &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:57 - Breaking News: James Franklin to Virginia Tech &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;08:58 - SEC Recap: Texas falls to Georgia &amp; the state of the conference &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:41 - Texas A&amp;M: Can Marcel Reed win a title? &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:11 - Oklahoma beats Bama again &amp; Venables’ defense &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;16:43 - Cal &amp; Indiana: Fernando Mendoza and Curt Cignetti’s success &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:59 - Bucs vs. Bills: Josh Allen’s historic 6-touchdown day &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:14 - Packers vs. Giants: Panic in Green Bay? &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:34 - Panthers vs. Falcons: Why Atlanta’s defense collapsed &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:10 - Michael Penix injury update &amp; the Kirk Cousins contract &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;36:59 - Bears vs. Vikings: Brian Flores vs. Caleb &amp; J.J. McCarthy’s fatal flaw &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;40:10 - Rams vs. Seahawks: McVay wins, Darnold throws 4 picks &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;43:46 - Broncos stun the Chiefs: Bo Nix vs. Spags’ zone pressure &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;51:48 - Jaguars vs. Chargers: LA needs tackles &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;53:19 - Lions vs. Eagles: Vic Fangio’s defense dominates &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;56:25 - AFC North: Flacco vs. Rodgers &amp; Steelers/Bengals &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;58:21 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Texans vs. Bills &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:00:28 - Breaking: Victor Wembanyama out 2-3 weeks&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;MatchQuarters &lt;/em&gt;is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;© 2025 &lt;em&gt;MatchQuarters&lt;/em&gt; | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit &lt;a href="https://www.matchquarters.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&amp;#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2"&gt;www.matchquarters.com/subscribe&lt;/a&gt;</description>

Let's Talk Ball!

Cody Alexander & Felix Johnson

Week 11 Reactions: JJ Can't Throw Left, Beating Zone Pressure, & The “Fake Tough” Teams

NOV 19, 202565 MIN
Let's Talk Ball!

Week 11 Reactions: JJ Can't Throw Left, Beating Zone Pressure, & The “Fake Tough” Teams

NOV 19, 202565 MIN

Description

<p>Cody and Felix discuss James Franklin to Virginia Tech, the Broncos stun the Chiefs, and Josh Allen's historic day. Plus, film analysis on why J.J. McCarthy can't throw left.</p><p>—</p><p><strong><em>In this episode:</em></strong></p><p>* React to the breaking news of James Franklin becoming the next head coach at Virginia Tech and discuss the future of the program.</p><p>* Analyze the Broncos’ stunning upset win over the Chiefs, focusing on how Bo Nix handled Kansas City’s zone pressures.</p><p>* Break down Josh Allen’s historic six-touchdown performance against the Buccaneers and why the Buffalo defense remains a concern.</p><p>* Discuss the Vikings’ struggles, specifically highlighting film evidence that rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy cannot throw to his left.</p><p>Preview the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup between the Texans and the Bills, looking at how Houston’s defense matches up on a short week.</p><p>—</p><p><strong><em>Timestamps:</em></strong></p><p>00:00 - Intro & Commanders vs. Dolphins: An “Overtime Thriller” </p><p>03:57 - Breaking News: James Franklin to Virginia Tech </p><p>08:58 - SEC Recap: Texas falls to Georgia & the state of the conference </p><p>11:41 - Texas A&M: Can Marcel Reed win a title? </p><p>15:11 - Oklahoma beats Bama again & Venables’ defense </p><p>16:43 - Cal & Indiana: Fernando Mendoza and Curt Cignetti’s success </p><p>18:59 - Bucs vs. Bills: Josh Allen’s historic 6-touchdown day </p><p>25:14 - Packers vs. Giants: Panic in Green Bay? </p><p>30:34 - Panthers vs. Falcons: Why Atlanta’s defense collapsed </p><p>33:10 - Michael Penix injury update & the Kirk Cousins contract </p><p>36:59 - Bears vs. Vikings: Brian Flores vs. Caleb & J.J. McCarthy’s fatal flaw </p><p>40:10 - Rams vs. Seahawks: McVay wins, Darnold throws 4 picks </p><p>43:46 - Broncos stun the Chiefs: Bo Nix vs. Spags’ zone pressure </p><p>51:48 - Jaguars vs. Chargers: LA needs tackles </p><p>53:19 - Lions vs. Eagles: Vic Fangio’s defense dominates </p><p>56:25 - AFC North: Flacco vs. Rodgers & Steelers/Bengals </p><p>58:21 - Thursday Night Football Preview: Texans vs. Bills </p><p>01:00:28 - Breaking: Victor Wembanyama out 2-3 weeks</p><p>—</p><p><em>» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!</em></p><p><em>MatchQuarters </em>is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.</p><p>—</p><p>© 2025 <em>MatchQuarters</em> | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.matchquarters.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.matchquarters.com/subscribe</a>