Drake Maye Concerns and Colts vs Commanders London Preview on Inside The Huddle

Drake Maye Concerns and Colts vs Commanders London Preview on Inside The Huddle

Inside The Huddle returns for NFL Week 4 with host Neil Reynolds and analyst Phoebe Schechter. They discuss what has happened to Drake Maye and preview the upcoming Colts vs Commanders game in London. The episode is recorded from a different location, the logistics office, and includes a sponsor message from Ladbrokes.

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enjoy more benefits through the Bet Builder. This is exactly the special experience unique to Ladbrokes. Available to users aged 18 and older, and subject to terms and conditions. Visit gambleaware.org. hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of Inside the Huddle ahead of NFL Week 4. I am the host, Neil Reynolds, and I am joined by Phoebe Schechter. Oh, and if you happen to watch this podcast video, you will notice that we are recording in a different location than usual First off, Phoebe, where are you right now Um, I am at the logistics office Do you see the box behind my head? yes. It

looks good. I stopped by briefly to record. Phoebe's room doesn't look much different. The walls are all white. Where is Mr. Neil Reynolds? I am at the NFL UK office. I plan to host an event for them this afternoon. It's London Olympic week, so I'm frantically busy. I look just like someone in a hostage video, don't I? yes that's right. The first question is, how much ransom will you pay for me? Are you going to lock me up in this windowless room? well. You might need to receive donations to rescue you I'm not sure if I'm doing this right, but I think they will ask for a lot of money for you. You're Neil Reynolds, you know. You

host events at Trafalgar Square, do podcasts, and are appearing on Sky Social House tonight, too What would happen without you? So, you are a person of tremendous value. They probably know that, too. Look, you saved the good story for last. At first, I was only told that I wouldn't pay anything and that Jay, Bill, and Susan would pay. That was all I heard. Please believe that I am choosing the negative aspects. It's beyond my capabilities, understand? thank you. Okay, then, shall we start the story? We will take a look at what we focused on this week and what we are keeping an eye on, and then preview the matches for Week 4

. In particular, it includes the match between the Indianapolis Colts and the Washington Commanders, the. But, Phoebe, let's start with the news first. There were two trades this week. I wo talk about Pittsburgh trading cornerback Joey Porter to Dallas . At first glance, the price seems quite low. It's the 6th round pick in next year's draft and the 2nd round pick in the draft the year after that. I wonder why Pittsburgh put the trade on the list so low, but it is clearly a position Dallas needs Yes, it is a really desperate need for Dallas. In particular, injury problems are serious in the defense, especially in the secondary positions, and as injuries increase even among the safetys, the However, when I look at Joey Porter Jr. as a player

, I think he did not fully realize his potential always an important word, whether in the NFL or in life. Potential holds great significance. Dallas had high expectations for Joey when they signed him in the draft, believing he would lead the defense, but we are n't there, but in the case of the Steelers, a player's influence could help make a trade like this happen. If he is unhappy and dissatisfied would you want that kind of situation in the locker room? Of course, this is just speculation from the outside, but such a thing could happen. Such a situation could affect the transfer fee. To be honest, sometimes we just

want to send the players out quickly And the interesting thing is that he joins George Pickens. Pikens is also a former Steelers player. No one knows what kind of relationship will form between a player who has played against the opposing team, even for a short time, and a star player from the other team. Friendship and comfort are important. You might not expect it, but the club will definitely investigate him and look into his performance. I'm really curious to see how much he can contribute to the Cowboys In this situation, the seller looks at the locker room atmosphere, and the buyer says, 'We will turn a blind eye to that.' It seems like they think, 'We need help with this position.' It happens? These are things you might have

seen in headlines or on social media Sometimes it may not be news, but it is very significant and suggests many things. Phoebe, could you start with what you were looking forward to this week? Yes, first, I should talk about JJ McCarthy going to the Giants . The Giants wanted a player like Jackson Dart. I think this is a really big incident. The Vikings didn't have complete trust in the quarterback rotation centered around Jay Meese Winston, it also means that they did not give JJ McCarthy enough opportunities . That's right, even though he has suffered several injuries, the fact that they are willing to trade him within three years is Kevin O'Connell is a former quarterback who used to be Tom Brady's backup, and a few

years ago he said that he was the reason the team was unable to properly develop young quarterbacks and said that JJ McCarthy also played a part in it. I saw him at training camp last year, and after watching him practice just once, I thought, "Ah, I don't think this player will make it." So, Kevin O'Connell must have watched JJ McCarthy quite closely. It has been a very short time, but I think he has gained enough experience, and now it is time for him to prove himself. But fortunately, he got another opportunity quite quickly. Kevin O'Connell is a quarterback specialist. From the team's perspective- of course, this is an outside view, but from the media's point of view

, and perhaps other NFL coaches might not think so-when you look at how Kevin O'Connell has coached numerous quarterbacks, even Kyler Murray, it would be Because in many cases, those rumors tell the truth. The no qualms about parting ways with Director McCarthy. I think that itself says a lot I saw a funny scene this week. Honestly, I thought it was something an AI said, so I checked it several times. It was the atmosphere in the Bears locker room after the Monday Night Football game against Philadelphia. Ben Johnson was dancing, and Keith Keenum, returning after three years, led the team to victory. He was giving a speech, and it sounded like background music.

Caleb Williams was in the locker room wearing a robe. Please make yourself comfortable. That cat is really unique. As I said, I was like, "Is it real? Is it real? Is it over there?" I thought so. Because, first of all, he didn't even play in the game. He looks quite bad, so why isn't he wearing casual clothes? You're not even playing in Gyeonggi, did you at least go take a shower? But to think there was a like it so much. I really like it. There used to be a player like that on the Buffalo Bills, and that player really liked the gown too. Putting on a gown after the match felt like a kind of ritual. But I really liked seeing the player look at Case Keynem

like a proud dad. "You did it. You went out there and won the game." "That's really cool. Was there anything else that stood out this week Adding to the dancing, honestly, I'm not a die-hard Browns fan because of the quarterback , but it's really nice to see the Browns players enjoying soccer again. I'm really glad to see that. The Browns have been engulfed in a negative atmosphere for a long time. Of course, the negative atmosphere has n't completely disappeared, but seeing the players enjoying practice and dancing makes me There are many young players like Harold Pannin, Casey Conception, and Quinton Judkins. The running backs are promising too. Maybe (though I'm not hoping for it)

Judkins might do well. Head Coach Todd Monken just wants to win. Deshawn Watson could say the team doesn't have a future quarterback yet, but anyway. what is being built in Cleveland is definitely worth looking forward to. It really is. And Looking at the AFC North, I think they will be strong title contenders for the next few years. Of course, that hasn't been the case for the past year, but looking at the Steelers' current situation-with the constant competition against the Bengals- I am really looking forward to this team. I am pinning my hopes on them. I hope all teams will love soccer again Of course. Now, let's talk about a few things we are keeping an eye on things we are watching over the next few weeks, and we are watching to see

how things unfold. As I mentioned at the Sky Sports production meeting yesterday, I am keeping an eye on Rams head coach Sean McVay. I can sense an uneasy vibe from him right now. You can tell by the fact that when he went to the press conference after the loss to Denver, no one was there. He went in quite quickly because the reporters had to come down. He answered a few questions, but since there weren't enough reporters, the questions stopped, and he left. The next day, he had to apologize. I did n't mean to avoid you all. We talked about the possibility of burnout before

. I plan to keep an eye on it for a while. Could this become a problem in the future? He is a person who runs at 120 miles per hour, and he has been doing so for several years. How much longer can you do that? Yes, we already saw him taking a short break . And I had to come back and recharge. That is just how coaching is. You have to pay attention 24 hours a day. I can't stop my heart. Because we always have to think about the team's success, the next step, and how to build the team One of the players on my roster was in a similar situation. " Speaking of the situation with Puca Naqua, it seems Head Coach McVay is also involved. It's a bit of a strange situation. Naqua played the entire game in Australia; it

feels like it was a year ago, but he actually finished the game. There are still many misunderstandings regarding whether he will play, whether he needs surgery, and what his current condition is isn't his style of speaking. I do n't necessarily want to bring up the injury, but the way he keeps saying he expects Naqua to return too much to deal with. There's the round-trip travel to Australia, and the criticism that poured in back then. The start of the first two rounds was a mess, and they blew a 16-point lead in Denver." Miles Garrett has been sitting on the bench for quite a while. The situation with Puca and Kua is unclear, and the head coach's press conference is almost over. Well, there were various issues

. Especially considering they were considered Super Bowl contenders this season, the Rams Yes, and the players are likely well aware of that; having experienced it before, they problem is that they are already feeling this much pressure when the season is only about four weeks in. Usually, builds up gradually over time, but right now, the energy the players are showing feels excessive. The criticism that Coach McVay looks a bit anxious and distracted seems to stem from that very context. We will return to the episode shortly, but for now, let me introduce our sponsor, Ladbrokes

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. Cash withdrawals are not available, and restrictions and terms apply. Visit gamblerware.org. Now, let's move on to Week 4 of the NFL. We're going to pick out a few matches. As of now in October, they are all ties. Great job! You're making the game fun. So annoying! Pat on the head. Give it. Well done. Really well done. We have n't lost yet. Excellent. Good. So, shall we Joining us is Phoebe. Theron Armstead, an All-Pro and Pro Bowl contributor and, and it's important not only for the fans but also to carry that momentum forward Winning does change the schedule a bit, but the excitement is incredible. It gives hope, and both teams desperately needed a win, especially the Commanders, who secured a big victory. That's right.

Especially with Mario Otta at quarterback, this win has instilled confidence in the players They probably gave it to him. It is absolutely necessary for us ahead of the international games Yes, I completely agree. Marcus Mariota had three touchdown passes and no interceptions last week. However, Jadon Daniels went to London and was not placed on the injured list. He participated in limited training in London and wore an elbow brace. That is really important. I don't know how Daniels will be able to play. Of course, we want to see him play. This game is important for us. But for Washington, it is just one of 13 remaining games, so we need to be careful. I think we need to be careful.

Especially since we are playing an away game, and Mariota just returned from a game recently. It was a really great game Why are they benching the quarterback when he isn't fully healthy As you know, Rashad White is still unable to participate in training due to a shoulder injury, and two offensive linemen are also injured. Sam Cosmi is also unable to participate in training, and Nick Alegreti is participating in training on a limited basis. They are doing it. Do you want to put an already injured quarterback into a situation like that? Probably not. So, it might be to give him experience and help him get used to the brace. It looks like he will have to use the brace for the time being, and he

However, I think this team's current defense is competitive enough Look at what they showed last week. Sunny Stiles is really great. A rookie linebacker recorded an interception and made a total of three turnovers. Washington definitely showing strength on defense As for the Colts, Peavy and Alec Pierce will be sidelined again, so they have to wait until Daniel Jones regains the speed he showed in the first 10 games of last season. Recovering from the Achilles tendon injury sustained in December plays a part, and the lack of a receiver to catch long passes could also Yes, and that is clearly a big I think it will have an impact. First of all, they do

n't have that explosive rushing game, so it's not like it used to be. The team has always run the game around Jonathan Taylor, but right now he is n't scoring consistently. Of course, he has flashes of brilliance, but he lacks consistency. This situation puts Daniel Jones in an uncomfortable position. Because the team's current aces are Josh Downs and. there's also tight end Tyler Warren. I think that limits the positions where he can pass. Of course, Josh Downs is playing exceptionally well , but there are also players like Tredwell and Keenan Allen. If it were the Commanders' defense, they would think, "Okay, we're going to intercept every pass coming inside and force you to pass to weak receivers on the outside to apply pressure." And we have

seen a situation like that before. You Washington allowed a few touchdown passes, but I'm not sure if Indianapolis has the aerial power to exploit that So I think it will work to Washington's advantage. Hmm, I think it's quite difficult to predict the winner of this match. Both teams have only managed one win each. So, I have to make a prediction first. Looking at the fact that both teams are ranked 30th (Colts) and 31st (Commanders) in pass defense, I think it will be a high-scoring game. It looks like it will be an exciting match. I will choose Commanders. As I mentioned during the Ravens game last week

defense is really important in away games. What do you all think What was it like when Jonathan Taylor last played in Europe? "You were on the sidelines, right? Yes, I know. I saw it in Germany too, and it was really great. So I think Jonathan Taylor will lead this game. I do n't think they will attack by passing against Washington. Though that might be different from what you expect. Because they don't have the offensive resources to do that. Jonathan Taylor's performance will be crucial in this game. I expect him to touch the ball at least 30 times. Okay, then I'll bet on the Indianapolis Colts Good, that's the first mismatch. I like it. Did you happen to Yes. Yes, they're probably watching it too

. Yes. I'm always playing the political game, that's right. Then shall we move on to the Sunday afternoon game? Sue J. Bell and Bridget are in the studio to commentate on the 6 PM game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Philadelphia Eagles . Both teams lost in Week 3. We've already talked about the Rams. As for the Eagles, Peavy, we still, um, we always. maintain offensive consistency." It is important to do so, because it is an area that requires continuous effort their current state is exactly that Yes, and we knew that Shawn Mannyon was joining ahead of this season welcome reunion. However, we knew that there would be a lot of offense under the center this season

expected that they would utilize a lot of play action and that placing Barkley in the center formation would activate the rushing game. But last week, the Bears completely destroyed all of this. Although they held Barkley's rushing yards to 82, it did not reach his usual level. It did not even But anyway, the current situation seems correct. Right now, the Eagles seem to be connecting mid-range passes to Devon Tahrsmith so that he [attacks] the defenders It. They are a truly great team . However, right now they seem to be inconsistent, or perhaps they are getting complacent and letting their guard down. We'll have to wait and see if Matthew Stafford, De Vante Adams, and Puca can return. The journey from West to East won't be easy, but

I think the Rams will win. Do you remember last year's game? When the Rams were trying to kick a field goal, Jaylen Carter blocked the kick with his signature hand gesture. I think the Rams will win this road game. What do you think Oh, actually, the Eagles have held the upper hand in head-to-head matchups against the Rams over the past few years. There have been a lot of really great games. I would love to see these two teams face off. My biggest concern is that the Rams have too many injured players. With two tight ends injured, they have to aim for a 13% rushing efficiency Is this a game Tyler Higby will be able to play? I'm not sure

. Hmm, I'm not convinced. I'll bet on the Rams. The Eagles won their first two games by four points or less, and Stafford is like a gunslinger. Considering Philadelphia barely beat Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans, the opponents this time are Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. Okay, I way to go. Let 's pick this game. This game is particularly interesting because of the situation in New England. The Patriots. Let's 1-2, while Buffalo is 3-0. Drake May isn't the Drake May we expected at the start of the season, is it? It's as if he's been crushed by the pressure. It

feels stifled. It Dan Olovski once said in his commentary, " Passive play calls make players passive," and that seems to be exactly the case here. It's like saying, " Okay, let's simplify the offense." AJ Brown isn't here, and the offensive line is still struggling. They can't even properly deploy the center for fear that the line will collapse. It's a situation where everything is being blocked like a sieve. So the quarterback is getting impatient and just trying to throw the ball fast . And I treating him differently than usual. He's getting a little angry and thinking, "Please treat me like usual. Just set the strategy. Just let me go out and play." You're probably thinking that. Last year, his deep

passing was really good, and he was aggressive. He narrowly missed out on the NFL MVP vote by just one vote. That shows just how well Drake May played. But then they signed AJ Brown and traded away Stephen Diggs. Then Brown got injured, and Diggs was no longer with the team. Diggs might be a headache in the locker room, but he knows how to create open chances. You mentioned the offensive line, too. But suddenly, he found himself in a situation where he had to play with one arm tied behind his back. We saw this with Cam Ward, and we've seen it with other players as well. So, there is a process involved in these changes. What was it like with Cam Ward

? It seems we can see that with Ward, CJ Straud, and now with Drake May. The first stage is immense pressure. The next stage can happen next week, next play, or whatever. But that is when poor judgment starts to emerge . It seems that is exactly what we are seeing right now. And the signs of discomfort. It is visible. In the Jacksonville game, he fumbled when no one was around It wasn't simply because he had too many thoughts in his head. It looks as if he is making mistakes because he is unable to focus on the present moment and is thinking about too many things. Ultimately, this leads to a negative situation. However, this problem seems to create a vicious cycle. This is because the

mental aspect is extremely important for the quarterback position. That is correct. You don't need to be the toughest or the most physically gifted, but you must be able to remain calm and composed. I think Jallen Hertz is the epitome of that . He is a player who maintains his composure throughout the game. He doesn't get flustered easily, but that is because he simply cannot. He has to set the lineup, direct the strategy, align everyone, and instill confidence in the other players, but internally, he might not be able to do so Besides, he is still young. Yes, thank you for your honest feedback as a reporter, but when I see him come out to the press conference and say, "I have no choice but to hold myself back," it

he isn't putting every player on the court Buffalo for Joe Brady-yes, they survived last week. Honestly, they even survived against the Chargers. LA basically let them off the hook. They had five turnovers, but they survived anyway, and Coach Brady will be able to coach based on that. But Buffalo is still. who would worry about Buffalo? Me? I don't think so either. I believe they will definitely overcome last week's slump. They already overcame it in the game, but the more important thing is that New England's defense is still outstanding. Coach Mike Brevele is a defensive specialist, after all. Defense is his strength. New England will definitely do well. Besides, it. You can tell by the way they pressure Josh Allen

. The Bills' offense will have to hold out once again. Hmm, but overall, no team I think I have n't been able to perform to my full potential If I had to pick the best team right now, look at the Buffalo defense and Jim Leonard. They might not be in the form we want them to be yet, but you can't deny the aggression and fighting spirit of the defensive line. And Greg Russo is leading the league. Look at the Tackle Lost (TFL) and pressing rate. They recorded six sacks in three games, and Dion Walker Last week, I tried to lure the Bills into a surprise, but I have Yes, I will bet on Buffalo this time. It seems the Patriots are in real trouble. Let's move on to the game starting at 9:25 on Sky Sports. It is an unexpected matchup between 3-0 teams

. You might not have predicted this in the summer, but the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders' It is the game. The Raiders have gone 3-0 for the first time in five years on a seven-game winning streak since last season. He has recorded three touchdown passes in all three of his wins this season. So, let's take a look at the Raiders first and then move on to the Chiefs. I know they still have a long way to go, and while this player isn't the future quarterback, he suddenly looked different to me. I wrote about this on skysports.com a few weeks ago, so please crushing defeat in the home game against Dallas in Las Vegas last November, I stepped out of the arena and looked around; it was a complete mess

. I wondered why Tom Brady wanted to stay on a team like that. But now, in October 2026, they look like a real team. I think they are a team that is learning how to operate. That is really true. They needed that kind of reorganization and support. Of course, bringing in Tom Brady. You might think that everything will go well since they brought in Head Coach Clint Kubiak right after winning the Super Bowl, one of the NFL's best centers , Kirk Cousins, and even. He gives off a similar vibe to Tom Brady. That is why I think Brady will be able to develop Kirk Cousins even better Cousins is also overflowing with a desire to learn and tries to absorb as much as possible from Brady's side

. All of this comes together so well that it seems to show just how good a choice it was to draft Zente and Brock Bowers over the past few years. It demonstrates that you can achieve these results if you build a solid team and develop players . Although we have only entered Week 3, the Raiders are 3-0. That is truly amazing. A team whose best record in the last few years was 3, 4, or 5 wins has already climbed to third place. Max Crosby has applying a lot of pressure. I think the defense completely dominated the game in the second half against the Saints last week, even though they were a bit sluggish early on. It is a close contest. The had completely forgotten about that part. We just buried it. Fortunately, Max Crosby

stayed in Vegas. That is a huge relief. On the other hand, the Chiefs are also showing good form with a 3-0 record Is it thanks to Kenny Walker? Of course, Ma Homes is doing really well and is recovering from a knee injury. Kelsey had to lose some weight to fit into a wedding suit. But do you think Kenneth Walker brought about the biggest change 1000%. He is currently leading the league in rushing and is breathing vitality into the team, just as we talked about last year . Ma Homes felt that he had to be the team's energy source. Of course, Ma Homes has led the team at times as well-in rushing yards, I mean. And Kenneth Walker has shown more explosive rushing than

two running backs combined have recorded over the past two years is a huge advantage. It does n't happen every time, but it significantly relieves the burden on the offense, the offensive line, the quarterback, and the decision-making process. I think things have improved a lot now. However, I still think there are shortcomings in the Chiefs' offensive line. Ma Holmes still seems to get tackled too much, and honestly, I think the same goes for Josh Allen Right? But that doesn't mean this situation can't continue. You're right. That is something to consider when analyzing the Chiefs more deeply. The headline " 3-0, They're Back" is really cool.

They're back. It's one of the major stories in the NFL. But come to think of it, they Miami put up a pretty close fight in that game for quite a while. Yes. So while I'm not surprised by the Chiefs' 3-0 record, I think they still have a lot of work to do. If you ask Head Coach Andy Reid, he would say, "Of course." I will do exactly the same thing in December as I am now. I will say that . It's not that they are flustered, but they are showing a much more balanced side, and it Right? Yes, I fully agree. And look at Ma Holmes. Your pass completion rate was over 80% in the game against the Dolphins, you know. It's really

amazing. This is exactly what I want to see from a quarterback. It's not that he's rushing in recklessly, but that he's actually making good passes. And I always think this team has a buy-out week in Week 5 This team is very good at winning around buy-week . So, I think this aspect will also influence my choice. I'm not sure how to choose. Hmm. I'll just think about it The Chiefs. I'm a bit hesitant to pick against Kirk Cousins. For some reason, I feel like I should pick Kirk, but I think the Chiefs will win. They are more accustomed to standing on such a big stage, and they are more accustomed to winning. I think that is still an important factor.

Yes, I completely agree. Yes, I will bet on the Chiefs. Now, the final game is a matchup between the Denver Broncos and the San Francisco 49ers. Denver is on an upward trend with a 2-1 record, having won two consecutive games against Jacksonville and the Rams . The 49ers are 3-0. Shall we take a look at Brock Purdy first? He is the quarterback with the highest rating in the NFL this season. Even though he is recording a rating in the 130s, 9 touchdown passes, 1 interception, and a pass completion rate of over 72%, his name will never be forgotten. It has been that way since the moment he debuted. When he n't a top draft pick, so I think he had no choice but to start in the lower ranks. But I like that. It doesn't matter to him what other people say

. What matters is that he plays well. He protects the ball, manages it, and delivers it accurately to key players for two consecutive years, even though almost every player was injured Look, he is the 12th quarterback in NFL history to play through Week 4 without a sacking quarterback Commentators call it a jinx, but it is a truly remarkable record. He shows a lot of things: the offensive line, and his outstanding judgment. It's really cool. I am personally a fan of Brock Purdy. I have interviewed him several times, and I even had a one-on-one interview with him at the Super Bowl a few years ago We get along well. I really like his honesty and sense of humor

. Last week, I was asked if I happened to see him in the red zone. He made a great long-distance touchdown run. I said, "Look at Brock Purdy." You look like Stewie Griffin. " he said." You finished the race. George Kittle was fouled, and two plays later, Purdy threw a touchdown pass to Kittle. "Then he said," " Yeah, I was a little upset." George is too selfish. He wanted to score a touchdown all by himself. "That's what he said. I interview in San Francisco, and it was so noisy because of the arena construction. He kept apologizing. I said, ' Brock, it's not your fault.'" " he said." He is one of the top players in the NFL. People should pay more attention to him and

respect his name. Because he is a really great player. How is Denver? He shows a poor performance in the early stages of the game. Can this really continue? Over the past two weeks, the second half has been good, but the early game has been poor. Of course, it is true that they achieved two great victories, but I am worried about how long this trend can last. Yes, and Denver is also a weak against blitzes. They may also struggle with judgment or pocket movements under pressure . Of course, you must consider that the two quarterbacks are very different types of players. Looking at Purdy 's blitz situations, he averaged 14.7 yards per game How about Bonix? How much of a difference is there 6.8 yards vs.

2.4 yards. Wow, that think this is an important part. "This game is a golden opportunity for the Broncos' rushing game to really come alive As you know, the 49ers currently have almost no spots on the Injured List (IR). It's to the point where they can't even put Bosa on the IR. So I think this game is a good chance to boost the Broncos' rushing game. However, I always have this concern: when do you think Head Coach Sean Payton will need to take over the play-calling himself? Well , I suppose it will be in the second half. Now, let's wrap up the first half well San Francisco's injury problem is a chronic issue that recurs every year. Either they need to change the training staff,

or the problem is caused by the barbed wire fence right next to the end zone at the training facility I visited myself don't know if the trainers are incompetent or if there is another reason. The team says they investigated the injuries, but it seems there is something wrong. The 49ers investigated, but I'm not sure. Yes. I don't really." Yes. Hmm, then shall we pick a team? The Pirates, who are you rooting for? I trust Brock Purdy and the 49ers' offense more. I think the 49ers have a slight edge over the Broncos What do you think?

I agree. I had written San Francisco down. I think the home advantage is important too. The 49ers have excellent coaching. Of course, both teams have great coaching, but Head Coach Sean Payton is leading Denver well. I root for the 49ers as well. So now, the difference is that we have a game to watch together at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It will add a bit of fun to our afternoon in London. You root for the Commanders, and I root for the Indianapolis Colts. Show us a great game, Jonathan Taylor. Then we'll find out on Sunday. It's going to be a really cool thing. And you will be hosting our friend Efeo Vada's Hall of Fame induction ceremony Yes, there will be some really exciting moments at halftime.

down from the studio to the arena to host the induction ceremony for Epeeovada, who is being inducted into the London Olympic Hall of Fame. I will be leaving right before the two-minute warning, and Phoebe Schechter will bring me a chair then. I've had my eye on that chair for years. She will be commentating on Sky Sports for the last two minutes of the first half, and when halftime ends, I will come back and tell the story of Goldilocks sitting in my chair raise the chair much higher. I need it Of course, when you get in a car someone else drove and change the mirror, when people squat- you know? People doing squats. What if, when you move, you just stay there and say, "I'm not moving" Oh, there is something worth thinking about

. I need to talk to Tyrone Arnold about the issue. After all, it is my decision that he will be my bodyguard But I am going to ask you a difficult question. You have taught me well over the past few years. You know. I'm going to watch how this goes. Whether I power move at halftime or get my spot back. It'll be exciting to watch. Phoebe, see you on Sunday. See you tonight too. I have a few events because of the London Olympics. It's always a busy time. When we meet later, make sure to tell me what was in that box on your shoulder. I want to take a peek. Yeah, I'll go take a peek. And I'm so excited today. I'm wearing the sparklest outfit in the world tonight. So be

careful not to get blinded by my clothes. Glitter ball effect! Me too. My eyes are covered in glitter, too. Oh, I've gone off on a tangent. Thank you for joining us on Inside the Huddle today. For those attending Sunday's match, we hope to see you at the stadium. Please say hello if you see us. For those watching on TV, it's at 2:00, and kickoff is at 2:30. Goodbye.

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