The Matchup Pod

Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders
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'The Matchup' pairs All-Decade DB Chris Harris Jr. with Pro Bowl WR Emmanuel Sanders, as the pair breaks down weekly WR/DB matchups across the NFL. The former Broncos teammates & SB50 champions are joined by current and former players, talk the latest news across the NFL, and check-in on their former team every week.

Episodes

  1. 21h ago

    Mahomes, Jackson & Burrow Return to Form + Drew Brees Almost Broncos QB? The Matchup with Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders | Episode 02

    Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders are back for Episode 2 of The Matchup, breaking down the biggest receiver/defensive back battles, performances and storylines coming out of Week 1 — and looking ahead to the matchups they’ll be watching in Week 2. The guys open with their reactions to Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow getting back on the field, including what impressed them about Mahomes’ return and how Kansas City’s offense could evolve around him. Then Emmanuel weighs in on former teammate Drew Brees and the question of whether a retired quarterback can realistically step back onto an NFL field and immediately handle playoff-level football. From there, Chris and Emmanuel look back on the matchups from Week 1. They break down D.J. Moore’s performance against Houston, Buffalo’s protection of Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs’ touchdown against Cooper DeJean and the technique defensive backs have to use when defending choice routes out of bunch formations. Looking ahead to Week 2, they dive into Bengals–Texans and a loaded group of matchups featuring Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, Derek Stingley Jr. and Nico Collins before turning to Bears–Vikings and Justin Jefferson vs. Jaylon Johnson. Chris and Emmanuel put numbers on their predictions for Jefferson and Rome Odunze, as they debate how this weekend’s games will play out.  In this week’s Mile High Salute, the former Broncos take a hard look at Denver’s performance against Kansas City — missed tackles, physicality, not getting playmakers involved, the offensive play calling and what needs to change heading into the matchup with Jacksonville. Finally, it’s Weekly Pick ’Em, with Chris and Emmanuel show where they disagree, as they make their picks for Bengals–Texans and Cowboys–Commanders. The Matchup is hosted by Super Bowl champions Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders and presented by bet365.0:00 AFC’s Elite QBs Are Back 4:15 Could Drew Brees Have Actually Come Back? 8:35 DJ Moore Shines vs. Houston 11:59 Diggs vs. Cooper DeJean 15:57 Bengals vs. Texans 17:50 Bears vs. Vikings 20:04 Jefferson & Odunze Predictions 24:18 What Went Wrong for Denver vs. Kansas City? 26:55 Denver Has to Get Its Playmakers Involved 29:35 Broncos Must Respond vs. Jacksonville 31:27 Week 2 Pick ’Em #TheMatchup #NFL #Broncos #NFLWeek2 GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER OR 1-800-MY-RESET. Must be 21+ (18+ DC) and physically present where bet365 operates. Please gamble responsibly. Restrictions and T&Cs apply. Void where prohibited.

  2. Sep 11

    Premiere Episode of 'The Matchup with Chris Harris Jr. & Emmanuel Sanders'

    The debut episode of The Matchup features Super Bowl champions and former teammates Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders discussing the start of the NFL season from a receiver’s and defensive back’s perspective. The episode opens with a recap of New England vs. Seattle, including Sam Darnold’s injury, Drew Lock taking over at quarterback, Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s performance, Christian Gonzalez’s coverage, and Drake Maye’s late interception. Chris and Emmanuel also debate why wide receivers are paid more than defensive backs and how touchdowns, offensive production, and marketability influence player salaries. They then break down two of the biggest Week 1 Matchups: Bills vs. Texans and Commanders vs. Eagles. The discussion includes Josh Allen, DJ Moore, Khalil Shakir, Stefon Diggs, Terry McLaurin, Jayden Daniels, Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith, and the defensive backs expected to cover them. In the Mile High Salute, Chris and Emmanuel preview Broncos vs. Chiefs. They discuss Sean Payton and Andy Reid, Bo Nix’s leadership, the depth of Denver’s roster, comparisons to the 2015 Broncos, Patrick Mahomes’ return from an ACL injury, Kansas City’s home-field advantage, and Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle teaming up. The episode closes with Weekly Pick ’Em, featuring their selections and disagreements on 49ers vs. Rams, Ravens vs. Colts, Browns vs. Jaguars, Packers vs. Vikings, and Cowboys vs. Giants. Presented by bet365.

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'The Matchup' pairs All-Decade DB Chris Harris Jr. with Pro Bowl WR Emmanuel Sanders, as the pair breaks down weekly WR/DB matchups across the NFL. The former Broncos teammates & SB50 champions are joined by current and former players, talk the latest news across the NFL, and check-in on their former team every week.

Information

  • Creator
    Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Harris Jr. and Emmanuel Sanders
  • Show Website
    The Matchup Pod