First Take

First Take resumes as Dallas heads to Green Bay on Sunday to face the Packers. Will we see a rejuvenated Cowboys defense after their players-only meeting this past week? Are Jordan Love and the Packers turning a corner? Next Paul Finebaum joins the show to preview three top ranked matchups this Saturday. Ohio State takes on Indiana, Alabama takes on Tennessee and Notre Dame takes on BYU. Which game will be the best? Which upset has the highest chance of happening? Then Caleb Williams shut down questions about his hamstring injury during his latest media availability. Should Caleb be open and honest about his return timeline?
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First Take begins in Mile High as the Broncos defense stood up tall against the Seattle Seahawks. Five sacks and two interceptions for the defense helped propel the Broncos to the win. But Bo Nix still did not shine... or even just play well. Is Bo Nix holding the Broncos back? Next Jalen Hurts was found to have a blood clot in his calf which will keep him out for an unknown amount of time. Should Hurts even try to return this season? How does this impact Nick Sirianni's coaching seat? Then the college football playoff is nearing a deal that will expand the current playoff format to 24 teams as early as next year. How could a 24-team playoff change college football?
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First Take resumes as Thursday Night Football is a matchup between two of the league's best defenses in the Seattle Seahawks and the Denver Broncos. But, both of these teams come into this game with major questions about their offense. Who needs to show up and come away with the win more? Next Aaron Rodgers has had three straight games with over 200 passing yards and three touchdowns. Is Rodgers' success sustainable throughout the season? Has Rodgers' play raised expectations for Pittsburgh? Then week six of the NFL season has an intriguing matchup between the Panthers and the Eagles. Would you rather have Bryce Young or Jalen Hurts right now?
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First Take begins as the Los Angeles Dodgers are in real jeopardy of losing their dynasty. The Milwaukee Brewers hold a 3-0 lead in the NLCS and look to close out the sweep tonight. What do the Dodgers have to do to get back into this series? Next Mel Kiper Jr. released his big board which has Arch Manning listed as the 24th best prospect and the 6th best QB. Is this a fair ranking for what we've seen from Arch so far this season? Then A.J Brown has returned to practice for the New England Patriots who already hold a head-to-head win over the Buffalo Bills. Can the return of A.J Brown help lead the Patriots to a division title?
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First Take resumes as Dallas heads to Green Bay to take on the Packers. Micah Parsons will still be on the sideline for this matchup but that doesn't make it any less important. In a game where both teams are trying to turn a corner and start a run who will have the bigger game: Dak or Jordan Love? Next the Seahawks and Broncos face off on Thursday night football. In a battle between two of the best defenses in the league, who needs the win more? Then it's time to see what Mad Dog Russo is mad at this week. Kalen DeBoer yelling at his players, Sean McVay's OT play calling, Karl-Anthony Towns contract dispute, you won't want to miss it!
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