The GM Shuffle

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The GM Shuffle is your one-stop shop for all things NFL with former Carolina Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney ('02-'12, '17-'20) and Femi Abebefe. Huddle up each week for NFL game previews, analysis of the latest news from across the league, betting values and the insider perspective from a longtime NFL Executive.

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Aaron Donald RETURNS! NFL Roster Cuts, Preseason Takeaways, QB Battles & More

Aaron Donald is BACK and NFL roster cuts and quarterback battles are setting the stage for the start of the NFL Season! Former Carolina Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney and Femi Abebefe break down the biggest NFL storylines from the final week of the preseason, including surprising roster decisions, quarterback battles and major news heading into Week 1! Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for NFL Analysis and Betting Insights every week of the Season: https://youtu.be/2ZhkAIG2d0E In This Episode: Aaron Donald returns to the Rams on a one-year, $20M deal Is the Rams’ defensive line the NFL’s best ever? Why heavy Super Bowl favorites struggle What’s real vs. fake from the NFL preseason? Micah Parsons’ PUP status and Packers pass rush Josh Jacobs lands on the Commissioner’s Exempt List Miami’s QB moves Browns and Steelers keep four QBs Falcons QB decision: Tua Tagovailoa vs. Michael Penix Jr. Vikings QB situation: Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy Raiders QB decision: Kirk Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza Seahawks sign Terrion Arnold Odell Beckham Jr. makes the Giants roster Najee Harris’ potential impact in New York Panthers offensive tackle injuries Chapters: 00:00 NFL Roster Cuts and Season Countdown 01:46 Aaron Donald returns to the Rams 04:27 Rams Best Defensive Line Ever? 06:35 Short Super Bowl Favorites Betting History 07:52 Why don’t Heavy Super Bowl Favorites win? 09:16 Rams overshadow Seahawks and 49ers 10:05 Seahawks Motivation 12:41 Aaron Donald Sack Total Betting Value 15:37 Bet the Rams Under Totals 16:23 Is there a weakness on the Rams? 17:11 Packers DE Micah Parsons opens season on Reserve/PUP List 20:38 Packers RB Josh Jacobs Placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List 22:57 Analyzing Miami’s QB moves 25:09 Marty just got down on the Dolphins!!! 26:59 Browns retain four quarterbacks on their roster 31:04 Falcons Quarterback Decision: Tua Tagovailoa vs Michael Penix Jr. 34:09 Steelers Keep Four Quarterbacks to start 2026 Season 36:23 Vikings QB Situation: Kyler Murray starting over J.J.McCarthy 37:41 Raiders Quarterback Decision: Kirk Cousins vs Fernando Mendoza 43:04 Seahawks sign Terrion Arnold 45:15 Odell Beckham, Jr. makes the Giants roster to start the season 48:55 Panthers injured offensive tackles The GM Shuffle drops every Monday on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Join the Community and post your comments and questions. The GM Shuffle is presented by DraftKings. DraftKings — The Crown Is Yours. Get VSiN Pro for betting splits, power ratings and sharp analysis for just $9.99 your first month: https://vsin.com/subscribe/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 Aug

NFL Preseason Week 2 Recap + AFC West Division Preview

The GM Shuffle presented by DraftKings and VSiN returns with a loaded episode covering the biggest NFL storylines heading into the final week of the preseason. Hosts Femi Abebefe and former NFL general manager Marty Hurney break down the Cleveland Browns officially naming Deshaun Watson their Week 1 starting quarterback, the complicated salary-cap implications of his contract, and whether Cleveland could eventually turn to rookie Shedeur Sanders. The episode also covers Geno Smith and the New York Jets' promising preseason performance, Michael Penix Jr.'s return to 11-on-11 work with the Falcons, Baker Mayfield's confidence in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Mike Vrabel's comments about the Patriots' roster depth. Then, the show dives deep into the AFC West, examining all four teams: 🏈 Kansas City Chiefs: Can Patrick Mahomes return to form and lead Kansas City back to the Super Bowl? 🏈 Los Angeles Chargers: Can Justin Herbert and Jim Harbaugh finally break through in the AFC playoffs, and what will new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel bring to the offense? 🏈 Denver Broncos: Why are the Broncos being overlooked after earning the AFC's No. 1 seed last season? Marty Hurney explains why Bo Nix, Jalen Waddle and Sean Payton could make Denver a serious contender. 🏈 Las Vegas Raiders: How quickly could No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza take over for Kirk Cousins? The guys discuss Mendoza's impressive preseason, Clint Kubiak's new-look Raiders and the team's outlook for 2026. Plus, the guys discuss George Kittle's remarkable recovery from a torn Achilles, San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, Joey Porter Jr.'s contract situation with the Steelers, and much more. Subscribe to The GM Shuffle on YouTube, leave a comment, and make sure to rate and review the podcast wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Aug

NFL Preseason Week 1 Recap + NFC West Division Preview

NFL preseason Week 1 has came and went and our guys analyze all the action and discuss the biggest storylines from the preseason opening week. Join former Carolina Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney and Femi Abebefe to find out what's real and what's noise. The guys also preview the NFC West division with projections, burning questions and betting values for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10 Aug

NFL Training Camp Report + AFC South Division Preview | The GM Shuffle

NFL Training Camp news is flying and our guys analyze the hottest topics to bring you closer to the sport. Join former Carolina Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney and Femi Abebefe to find out what's real and what's noise. Plus, takeaways from Marty's trip to Canton for the Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions and how bettors can benefit. The guys also preview the AFC South division with projections, burning questions and betting values for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Aug

NFC South Division Preview: Top Storylines, Betting Values & Luke Kuechly in the Hall of Fame | The GM Shuffle

The NFC South is super competitive and packed with compelling storylines this upcoming season. Join former Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney and Femi Abebefe for a complete preview of the Bucs, Saints, Falcons and Panthers to bring you closer to the game and give you a betting edge. Plus, Marty takes us behind the scenes to reveal exclusive insights about why he drafted Luke Kuechly in the first round of the 2012 draft on the week he gets inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 Jul

AFC North Division Preview: Team Strengths & Weaknesses + Burning Questions

The AFC North features three new head coaches and a new identity after Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh moved on. Geoff Schwartz and Marc Malusis dive into each team's strengths and weaknesses, their most important players and the biggest questions to be answered this season. From the Ravens and Bengals to the Steelers and Browns, Geoff and Marc bring you closer to the NFL and help you make winning bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
20 Jul

NFC North Division Preview + Biggest Questions, Team Strengths & Weaknesses

The NFC North looks to be the most competitive division in the NFL this season and Geoff Schwartz and Marty Hurney are here to analyze the Bears, Lions, Vikings and Packers to get you ready for the upcoming season. The guys reveal strengths and weaknesses, most important players on both sides of the ball and the questions that need to be answered. Plus, odds analysis for the division title, exact order of finish, top two teams and team win totals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Jul

AFC East Division Preview + Biggest Questions, Team Strengths & Weaknesses

Every team in the AFC East got better, but will the division play out the way everyone expects? Huddle up with Geoff Schwartz and Marty Hurney for complete team previews of the Bills, Patriots, Jets and Dolphins including strengths and weaknesses, most important players on both sides of the ball and the questions that need to be answered. Plus, odds analysis for the division title, exact order of finish, top two teams and team win totals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Introduction to The GM Shuffle

Throughout his three-decade long career with the NFL, Mike Lombardi worked as an NFL executive with the San Francisco 49ers, Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles, and Oakland Raiders alongside NFL legends including Bill Belichick, Bill Walsh and Al Davis. On The GM Shuffle, Lombardi and co-host Adnan Virk will tackle a wide range of topics weekly within the world of the NFL and break down everything listeners and fans need to know about players, coaches, organizations, the draft, free agency, and all the NFL storylines in a way that only they could with the success and credibility they bring to the podcast audience. The GM Shuffle launches on April 10 with new episodes every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Lombardi

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Femi Abebefe

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Adnan Virk

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Geoff Schwartz

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The GM Shuffle is your one-stop shop for all things NFL with former Carolina Panthers General Manager Marty Hurney ('02-'12, '17-'20) and Femi Abebefe. Huddle up each week for NFL game previews, analysis of the latest news from across the league, betting values and the insider perspective from a longtime NFL Executive.