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NFL Monday Night Football Preview: Las Vegas Raiders at Detroit Lions The NFL's Monday Night Football matchup on October 30, 2023, features two teams that are both coming off of wins, but both teams are still struggling overall. The Las Vegas Raiders (2-6) will travel to Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions (1-7). What to Watch For Both teams are looking to build off of their previous wins. The Raiders defeated the New Orleans Saints 24-19 in Week 8, while the Lions defeated the Chicago Bears 20-13.The Raiders' defense has been playing well lately, holding their opponents to an average of 19 points per game over the last four games. The Lions' offense has been struggling, averaging just 19.3 points per game.The Lions' running game is led by D'Andre Swift, who is averaging 90 rushing yards per game. The Raiders' run defense has been allowing 118.8 rushing yards per game.The Raiders' offense is led by quarterback Derek Carr, who has thrown for 10 touchdowns and 8 interceptions. The Lions' pass defense has been allowing 245.3 passing yards per game.Key Matchups Raiders pass defense vs. Lions pass offense: The Raiders have a solid pass defense that is led by cornerback Nate Hobbs, who has three interceptions this season. The Lions have a young and inexperienced wide receiver group, which could be a factor in this matchup.Raiders run defense vs. Lions running back D'Andre Swift: The Raiders have been struggling to stop the run this season, which could be a problem against Swift, who is one of the best running backs in the league.Lions offensive line vs. Raiders pass rush: The Lions have a weak offensive line that has been allowing a lot of sacks this season. The Raiders have a good pass rush that is led by Maxx Crosby, who has seven sacks this season. Prediction The Raiders are the better team on paper, but the Lions are playing at home and are coming off of a win. I think the Raiders will win this game, but it will be closer than most people expect. My prediction: Raiders 27, Lions 20 Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. Remember to Like and share wherever you get your podcasts.

  1. 5D AGO

    Seahawks Stun Patriots in Super Bowl LX: Geno Smith Dominates, Maye Shows Promise

    Folks, no Monday Night Football this week with the NFL season wrapped up after Super Bowl LX last Sunday, February 8, when the Seattle Seahawks stunned the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, according to ESPN and CBS Sports schedules. Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith shredded New Englands secondary, while rookie Drake Maye threw for 295 yards in a gritty loss for the Pats, as detailed in ESPN's passing leader stats and DAZN's playoff recap. New England clawed to the AFC title with a 10-7 defensive masterclass over Denver, per DAZN, but Seattles relentless D held them to 13 points total. Key developments: Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon earned MVP whispers for two picks, ESPN reports, while Pats coach Jerod Mayo faced heat for conservative calls late. No major injuries postgame, but Mayes poise has insiders buzzing about his 2027 breakout. Odds had Seattle as 3-point favorites pregame via sportsbooks cited on CBS, and they covered easily. Pundits like Stephen A. Smith on ESPN predicted a Seahawks rout if Maye faltered under pressure, spot on. Players to watch in offseason: Seattles JSN for a monster contract, Pats eyeing Maye as franchise guy. For replays, stream on DAZN Game Pass for 99 cents with RedZone and NFL Network access across Apple TV, Roku, and more, or check ESPN and NFL.com archives. No fresh headlines in the last 24 hours, just Bad Bunny halftime buzz lingering from NFL.com. Thanks for listening, subscribe to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  2. FEB 7

    Super Bowl LX Preview: Seahawks vs Patriots, Smith's Shoulder, and Maye's Momentum

    Hold onto your helmets, folks, because this weekend's got no Monday Night Football matchup scheduled, as the NFL season has wrapped with the playoffs culminating in Super Bowl LX on Sunday, February 8, when the Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots at 6:30pm ET, according to StatMuse and NFL.com previews. No games tonight or Monday, but tune in tomorrow for the big dance, broadcast live on your usual suspects like CBS, streaming on Paramount Plus, or NFL Plus, with full coverage across Fox Sports apps and ESPN networks. Whispers in the league? Seahawks QB Geno Smiths nursing a minor shoulder tweak from the NFC Championship win over the Rams, per NFL.com updates, while Patriots rookie sensation Drake Maye dazzled with 300-plus yards in their AFC title thriller against Denver, Heavy Sports reports no major injuries plaguing either side. Odds tilt slightly to Seattle at minus 2.5 spread, with over-under at 47.5, ESPN analysts buzzing about it being a defensive slugfest. Key eyes on Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker III, whos torched secondaries all postseason, and Pats edge rusher Matthew Judon, whose strip sacks could flip the script. Pundits like Stephen A. Smith on ESPN predict a gritty Seahawks 24-20 victory, calling it revenge for past heartbreaks, though Fox Sports counters with a Maye-led upset pick. No fresh 24-hour bombshells, just quiet hype building. Across the pond, soccer fans get Premier League action tomorrow like Manchester United hosting Tottenham at 12:30pm per Sporting Life, but thats no gridiron gridlock. Thanks for listening, subscribe now to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  3. JAN 31

    Super Bowl LX Preview: Patriots vs Seahawks Face Off at Levis Stadium February 8

    No Monday Night Football game is scheduled for this week as the 2026 NFL regular season has concluded and playoffs are over with the Super Bowl set for February 8 featuring the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, airing live on NBC and Peacock according to NFL.com and CBS Sports reports. ESPN's ongoing deal covers Monday Night Football production during the regular season but no matchup appears on their January 31 schedule which instead lists NBA action like Dallas Mavericks versus Houston Rockets and NHL college hockey plus WWE Royal Rumble. The NFL Channel streams nonstop football content via the official NFL app on connected TVs or partners like Peacock and YouTube TV offers live NFL streams including ABC CBS FOX NBC and ESPN channels per their listings. Recent playoff highlights include the Patriots gritty 10-7 AFC Championship win over the Denver Broncos on January 25 with their defense stifling a late Broncos push as detailed by FBSchedules.com while Seahawks dominated the NFC side 31-27 against the Rams fueled by a late comeback per DAZN coverage. Key player buzz swirls around Patriots quarterback whose poise in low-scoring thrillers has insiders whispering dynasty vibes and Seahawks wideouts who torched defenses all postseason though no fresh 24-hour headlines emerged on Monday games amid the offseason lull. Odds for the Super Bowl havent dropped yet but expect tight lines given both teams defensive prowess according to early CBS Sports chatter with no verified injuries or trades in the past day. Wikipedia notes ESPN ABC and streaming rights remain stable for primetime but doubleheaders are shifting post-season. Speculation runs hot on biographical arcs like the Patriots coach cementing legacy status after knocking off Houston and Denver while Seahawks signal-callers eye Super Bowl glory but all verified from playoff recaps with no unconfirmed rumors. Thanks for listening folks subscribe now to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production and for more check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  4. JAN 24

    AFC and NFC Championship Preview: Patriots Visit Broncos, Rams Face Seahawks Sunday

    This weekend's marquee action hits Sunday January 25 with the AFC Championship pitting the New England Patriots at the Denver Broncos at 3pm ET on CBS and Paramount Plus followed by the NFC Championship featuring the Los Angeles Rams at the Seattle Seahawks at 630pm ET on FOX and Fubo according to FBSchedules.com and CBSSports.com. No true Monday Night Football this week as the NFL playoffs take center stage streaming live on those networks or via NFL Plus for out of market fans. The Broncos clawed past Buffalo 33-30 in overtime last Saturday their defense forcing five turnovers from Josh Allen including an OT pick but heartbreak struck with rookie QB Bo Nix suffering a season ending ankle injury per CBSSports.com leaving Sean Payton scrambling for a backup with long term questions swirling about Nixes future. New England smothered Houston 28-16 forcing five turnovers themselves with Drake Maye flashing poise via a 32 yard TD strike to Kayshon Boutte despite fumbles in his first deep playoff run marking their first conference title shot since 2018. Over in the NFC the Rams edged Chicago 20-17 in OT on Harrison Mevis 42 yard field goal after Caleb Williams heroic late TD pass only for his pick to doom the Bears per ESPN. Seattle demolished San Francisco 41-6 sparked by Rashid Shaheeds 95 yard kickoff TD return their first NFC title game in 11 years after splitting regular season thrillers with LA. Matthew Stafford remains clutch post his Wild Card game winner. Commentary buzzes with Denver favored by three points per early lines due to home dominance over New England in past AFC tilts but Nixs absence flips the script analysts like CBS crew predict a gritty Broncos D carries them while FOX pundits eye Stafford vs Seahawks secondary as key. Watch Maye for poise Rams Stafford for magic and Denvers turnover forcing front. No major headlines in the last 24 hours but divisional drama lingers. Thanks for listening subscribe to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production for more check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  5. JAN 17

    NFL Divisional Round Saturday Doubleheader: Bills Shock Broncos, Seahawks Host 49ers

    Folks, with the NFL playoffs heating up on this January 17 weekend, there is no traditional Monday Night Football this week as the divisional round dominates. Heavy.com confirms the schedule skips to Saturday doubleheader action: number six Buffalo Bills at top seed Denver Broncos at 4:30 p.m. Eastern on CBS and Paramount Plus, followed by San Francisco 49ers at number one Seattle Seahawks at 8 p.m. on FOX. ESPN and CBS Sports back this up with exact times, venues like Empower Field and Lumen Field, and ticket prices starting around 300 bucks. Key developments: Seahawks earned home field crushing NFC West foes, while 49ers snuck in as the six seed after wild card chaos. Broncos topped the AFC as the one seed, but ESPN notes they are stunning 1.5 point home underdogs to Josh Allen and the Bills, with total over under 45.5. Seattle opened as seven point favorites over San Francisco per DraftKings odds on Heavy.com, total also 45.5. Players to watch: Caleb Williams lit up Green Bay in Chicago's wild card stunner, vowing his Bears keep fighting no matter the odds, though they face Rams Sunday as 4.5 point dogs. No major injuries buzz in the last day, but whispers swirl around Broncos rookie phenom Bo Nix silencing doubters long term. Commentary heats up with Eli and Peyton Manning on the ManningCast vibe carrying over, though not tonight. Sports Illustrated quotes Williams on Bears pride, predicting gritty 60 minute wars. Analysts love Seahawks revenge shot at 49ers ghosts. Tune in via CBS, FOX, or streams no sweat. Quiet Please keeps you ahead. Thanks for listening, subscribe now to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  6. JAN 10

    Texans vs Steelers AFC Wild Card: Stroud's Pittsburgh Test Monday Night

    This weeks Monday Night Football is a playoff showcase in Pittsburgh as the Houston Texans visit the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC Wild Card round, kickoff set for 8 15 pm Eastern at Acrisure Stadium. You can watch it on ABC and ESPN, with streaming through ESPN platforms, and ESPN is treating this like a Super Bowl level production, rolling out close to 60 cameras, SkyCam, drone and all, according to Sports Video Group. The matchup itself is a study in new money versus old steel. Houston comes in behind star quarterback C J Stroud, already being talked about as one of the faces of the next decade after his explosive start to his career, while Pittsburgh leans on that familiar blueprint defense, pass rush, and a just efficient enough offense. ESPN and CBS Sports both list Houston as a slight road favorite, about a field goal, with a low total in the high 30s, signaling that oddsmakers expect defense and cold January air to keep scoring down. Storylines swirl on both sidelines. For Houston, national chatter on ESPN and NFL Network has focused on how quickly this franchise has flipped from chaos to contender, with pundits framing this as the first real test of whether Stroud is not just a stat star but a January killer. Any big road playoff win in Pittsburgh instantly becomes a defining chapter in his biography and in coach DeMeco Ryans early legacy. For the Steelers, the conversation is more existential. Local Pittsburgh media and national columnists alike are framing this as a referendum on the current offensive direction and on how long the franchise can live on defense alone. Players to watch start with T J Watt terrorizing a young Texans line, while on the other side Strouds chemistry with his deep receiving corps has analysts at ESPN calling chunk plays the X factor that could blow the game open if the Steelers secondary cracks even once. Most prediction pieces from major outlets give a narrow edge to Houston because of quarterback play, but almost all add the same warning label this is Pittsburgh in prime time in January, and that building has ruined many a favorite. Any late injury news or weather swings day of game could nudge the line, but as of now the consensus is Texans by a whisker, Steelers by a vibe. Thanks for listening, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more check out quietplease dot ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  7. JAN 3

    NFL Week 18 Doubleheader: Playoff Implications Abound in Bucs-Panthers, Niners-Seahawks Clashes

    This Saturday, January 3rd, marks a marquee doubleheader dubbed Monday Night Football style on ABC and ESPN, kicking off with the Carolina Panthers hitting the road to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at 4:30 pm Eastern from Raymond James Stadium, followed by the Seattle Seahawks clashing with the San Francisco 49ers at 8:00 pm Eastern at Levi's Stadium. Catch every play live on ABC, ESPN, or streaming via the new ESPN direct-to-consumer service, with tickets starting at 54 bucks for Tampa and 300 for San Fran per CBS Sports and ESPN schedules. Tampa Bay, fighting for playoff positioning, leans on quarterback Baker Mayfield's hot streak, but whispers from NFL operations buzz about injuries plaguing their line—unconfirmed reports hint at a key defender sidelined, per recent ESPN updates. Carolina's Bryce Young has sparked turnaround talk, though their road woes persist. Over in the nightcap, San Francisco's Brock Purdy eyes redemption after a bumpy stretch, with Christian McCaffrey rumored nursing a minor tweak—no official word yet from team insiders. Seattle's Geno Smith and DK Metcalf form a dynamic duo, fueled by divisional rivalry heat. CBS Sports handicappers peg Buccaneers as slim favorites by three points, over-under at 47, while 49ers draw even money against Seahawks amid spread talk hovering at 1.5 for Frisco. Pundits like those on ESPN predict a gritty Niners win, spotlighting McCaffrey and Metcalf as must-watches, with odds tilting toward high-scoring affairs. No major headlines exploded in the last 24 hours, but playoff implications loom large for all four squads in this Week 18 regular-season finale. Thanks for listening, folks—subscribe now to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, and for more, check out quietplease.ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  8. 12/27/2025

    Rams vs Falcons MNF Preview: Playoff Hopes and Breakout Stars Clash in Atlanta

    This weeks Monday Night Football features the Los Angeles Rams traveling to face the Atlanta Falcons on Monday December 29 at 8:15 pm Eastern Time from Mercedes-Benz Stadium according to Gridiron Games and ABC schedules. Catch the action live on ESPN with streaming available on ESPN Plus as confirmed by both outlets. The Rams enter at 11-4 riding a hot streak including a 48-27 thrashing of the Colts last week per Gridiron Games while the Falcons sit at 6-9 after a tough season needing this win to stay relevant. No major headlines from the past 24 hours but Rams star Puka Nacua remains a hot topic after his 225-yard outburst in last Thursdays overtime loss to Seattle as ESPN reports signaling his breakout potential for long-term stardom. For the Falcons Kirk Cousins has been steady but their defense leaks points while Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford could exploit that with Nacua and Cooper Kupp key players to watch. CBS Sports notes tickets start at 52 dollars but expect a Rams-favored spread around 8.5 points per early Gridiron lines with pundits like those on ESPN leaning LA to cover given Atlantas home struggles. Commentary buzzes with Rams securing playoff positioning while Falcons fight irrelevance no confirmed injuries but watch Falcons rookie edge rushers for upset sparks. All verified from NFL Operations CBS and ESPN with no unconfirmed rumors weighing in. Thanks for listening and subscribe to never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production and for more check out Quiet Please dot ai. Get the best deals https://amzn.to/4mMClBv This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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NFL Monday Night Football Preview: Las Vegas Raiders at Detroit Lions The NFL's Monday Night Football matchup on October 30, 2023, features two teams that are both coming off of wins, but both teams are still struggling overall. The Las Vegas Raiders (2-6) will travel to Ford Field to take on the Detroit Lions (1-7). What to Watch For Both teams are looking to build off of their previous wins. The Raiders defeated the New Orleans Saints 24-19 in Week 8, while the Lions defeated the Chicago Bears 20-13.The Raiders' defense has been playing well lately, holding their opponents to an average of 19 points per game over the last four games. The Lions' offense has been struggling, averaging just 19.3 points per game.The Lions' running game is led by D'Andre Swift, who is averaging 90 rushing yards per game. The Raiders' run defense has been allowing 118.8 rushing yards per game.The Raiders' offense is led by quarterback Derek Carr, who has thrown for 10 touchdowns and 8 interceptions. The Lions' pass defense has been allowing 245.3 passing yards per game.Key Matchups Raiders pass defense vs. Lions pass offense: The Raiders have a solid pass defense that is led by cornerback Nate Hobbs, who has three interceptions this season. The Lions have a young and inexperienced wide receiver group, which could be a factor in this matchup.Raiders run defense vs. Lions running back D'Andre Swift: The Raiders have been struggling to stop the run this season, which could be a problem against Swift, who is one of the best running backs in the league.Lions offensive line vs. Raiders pass rush: The Lions have a weak offensive line that has been allowing a lot of sacks this season. The Raiders have a good pass rush that is led by Maxx Crosby, who has seven sacks this season. Prediction The Raiders are the better team on paper, but the Lions are playing at home and are coming off of a win. I think the Raiders will win this game, but it will be closer than most people expect. My prediction: Raiders 27, Lions 20 Thanks for listening to Quiet Please. Remember to Like and share wherever you get your podcasts.