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Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest storylines across the NFL and college football, starting with the Cleveland Browns’ controversial decision to name Deshaun Watson the starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders. Cris explains why Watson must have clearly separated himself in camp, how quickly Cleveland could make a change if he struggles, and why the Browns’ relationship with their own fanbase makes this one of the most complicated quarterback situations in football.

The conversation then turns to one of the harshest days on the NFL calendar: final roster cuts. Cris shares the story of being released by the Philadelphia Eagles before eventually landing with the Minnesota Vikings and explains the brutal reality facing more than a thousand players fighting to keep their NFL dreams alive. Cris and Shawn also discuss Joe Burrow’s growing urgency in Cincinnati, whether his latest comments put pressure on the Bengals organization, and why the franchise has to capitalize while one of the NFL’s best quarterbacks is still in his prime.

The episode also dives into the chaos surrounding NFL joint practices and why Cris believes teams still need that physical competition before the regular season. Then they tackle the controversial NFL rookie dinner tradition after a Falcons rookie was handed more than $30,000 in checks, with Cris explaining why the tradition can cross the line and become bad for team building.
Cris and Shawn also break down the wild new reality of NFL players potentially returning to college football, whether the defending champion Seattle Seahawks have what it takes to repeat, and why Cris believes Cam Newton has virtually no chance of making the Pro Football Hall of Fame despite his incredible peak.
Later, Cris names Peyton Manning and Marvin Harrison as the greatest quarterback-wide receiver duo in NFL history and reveals his picks for the greatest coordinators the league has ever seen, including Bill Belichick, Dick LeBeau, and Tom Moore. The conversation then turns to the upcoming MVP race, where Cris explains why Josh Allen is his pick entering the season, with Lamar Jackson right behind him.
The episode wraps with fan questions and debates on the greatest NFL games ever played, Walter Payton vs. Emmitt Smith vs. Barry Sanders, Randall Cunningham’s legacy, and whether Fernando Mendoza will live up to the hype.
WHAT WE COVER THIS EPISODE
00:00 Trailer
01:31 Welcome to Fully Loaded Episode 114
04:40 Deshaun Watson Starts Over Shedeur Sanders
14:31 The Brutal Reality of NFL Roster Cutdown Day
23:21 Is Joe Burrow Sending The Bengals An Ultimatum?
28:02 Why NFL Joint Practices Keep Turning Into Fights
32:36 The NFL Rookie Tradition That Can Cost Players Thousands 37:10 NFL Players Are Returning To College Football
45:25 Can The Seattle Seahawks Repeat As Super Bowl Champions? 48:15 Does Cam Newton Belong In The Hall Of Fame?
52:11 The Greatest QB-WR Duo In NFL History
53:53 Cris Carter Names The Greatest Coordinator Ever 58:28 Who Will Win NFL MVP This Season?
1:01:06 Fan Questions
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Let us know in the comments: Should Shedeur Sanders be starting over Deshaun Watson, and who do you think will win NFL MVP this season?
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Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest storylines across the NFL and college football, including which rookie quarterbacks could make an early impact, why Fernando Mendoza could eventually take over for the Raiders, and the controversy surrounding Jayden Daniels and LSU. The conversation then turns to Giants quarterback Jackson Dart’s refusal to slide, why young quarterbacks have to learn to protect themselves, and which conference has the strongest teams in college football.

The episode also dives into Odell Beckham Jr. firing back at the narrative that he forced his way out of New York, with Cris revealing what was really happening behind the scenes when the Giants traded Odell to the Cleveland Browns. Cris and Shawn also discuss the future of international college football games, the greatest “what if” careers in NFL history, and why Bo Jackson stands alone as one of football’s biggest unanswered questions.

Later, Cris builds his all-time NFL offense featuring Tom Brady, Emmitt Smith, Jerry Rice, Randy Moss, and Rob Gronkowski, before debating whether Randall Cunningham belongs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The conversation also covers the most lopsided trades in NFL history, the skyrocketing valuations of NFL franchises, and what makes owning an NFL franchise such a unique business opportunity.

The episode wraps with Cris naming the greatest NFL game ever played and answering fan questions on James Harrison vs. John Randle, Barry Sanders vs. Emmitt Smith, Deebo Samuel’s place among the NFL’s best athletes, Larry Fitzgerald’s hands compared to Cris Carter’s, and much more.

WHAT WE COVER THIS EPISODE

00:00 Trailer
01:16 Welcome to Fully Loaded Episode 113
02:45 Why the Dallas Cowboys Could Be Legitimate Contenders
04:58 NFL Rookie Quarterbacks & Early Preseason Standouts
7:20 Fernando Mendoza, Carson Beck & Which Rookie QB Starts First 11:42 Jayden Daniels’ LSU & Heisman Trophy Controversy
17:01 Jackson Dart Finally Slides & Why QBs Must Protect Themselves 22:42 Big Ten vs. SEC: Which Conference Is Better?
25:58 Odell Beckham Jr. Fires Back Over His Giants Exit
27:20 The Future of International College Football Games
29:27 The Greatest “What If” Careers in NFL History
34:53 Cris Carter Builds His All-Time NFL Offense
37:13 Does Randall Cunningham Belong in the Hall of Fame?
40:33 The Most Lopsided Trades in NFL History
43:02 Why NFL Franchise Values Keep Exploding
48:47 What Makes the NFL Different From Every Other Sports League 50:50 The Greatest NFL Game Ever Played
53:06 Fan Questions

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Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest storylines across the NFL and NBA, including Larry Fitzgerald's claim that he has better hands than Cris Carter, the massive contracts for Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs, and whether Saquon Barkley's drop in the NFL Top 100 is justified. The conversation then turns to Aaron Donald's potential NFL return, Stefon Diggs joining the Washington Commanders, Arch Manning's Heisman chances, and why Cris believes Jeremiah Smith could be the player to win the award.

The episode also dives into NFL training camp fights, including the Maxx Crosby and Kirk Cousins scuffle, Odell Beckham Jr.'s return to the Giants, the greatest defensive player in NFL history, and the Troy Aikman vs. Dan Marino debate. CC also settles Barry Sanders vs. Emmitt Smith, reveals the greatest undrafted player in NFL history, and discusses why durability is one of the most underrated traits in football. The conversation then shifts to the NBA, including LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, whether the Eastern Conference has finally surpassed the West, and Stephen A. Smith's massive ESPN contract.

The episode wraps with fan questions covering Cris Carter's all-time NFL secondary, DeAndre Hopkins' Hall of Fame case, Drew Brees' place among the greatest quarterbacks ever, the best college programs for developing NFL players, Jalen Hurts' path to greatness, and much more.

WHAT WE COVER THIS EPISODE

(0:00) Trailer
(1:48) Welcome to Fully Loaded Episode 112
(5:43) Bijan Robinson & Jahmyr Gibbs Get Paid
(9:01) Is Saquon Barkley's NFL Top 100 Ranking Fair?
(12:25) Could Aaron Donald Really Return to the NFL?
(19:03) Stefon Diggs Joins the Washington Commanders
(21:06) Arch Manning's Future at Texas & His Heisman Chances (23:50) Cris Carter Picks His Heisman Favorite
(27:08) Maxx Crosby & Kirk Cousins Get Into a Training Camp Scuffle
(33:12) Odell Beckham Jr. Returns to the Giants
(38:16) Who Is the Greatest Defensive Player Ever?
(44:34) Troy Aikman vs. Dan Marino: Do Rings Matter?
(48:44) Barry Sanders vs. Emmitt Smith: Who Is the Greatest RB Ever? (51:43) The Greatest Undrafted Player in NFL History
(54:22) Is the Eastern Conference Finally Better Than the West? (1:00:12) Stephen A. Smith's Massive ESPN Contract
(1:05:24) Fan Questions

Subscribe for more Fully Loaded every week as Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest stories across the NFL and NBA with insight you won't hear anywhere else. Let us know in the comments: Could Aaron Donald really return and dominate the NFL again, and where do you rank Lawrence Taylor among the greatest defensive players ever?

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CC bets $50K live on the Browns, the NFL gets called a travelling circus and Hall of Famer Cris Carter reveals his secret bailout plan for the Miami Dolphins on Episode 100 of Fully Loaded.

WHAT WE COVER THIS WEEK

The 2026 NFL schedule is out and CC breaks down every winner and loser. From the Bears drawing the toughest schedule in the league to the Browns landing the easiest, Cris Carter explains exactly what it means for each team's season.

The NFL is being called a travelling circus. JJ Watt called out the league and the Players Association over nine international games across four continents. Cris Carter gives his unfiltered take on who is right and what it is doing to the players.

The Dolphins have zero prime time games, the worst strength of schedule by every metric and no reason to win. Cris Carter reveals the two player bailout plan that could change everything in Miami by 2027.

CC puts $50K on the Browns going over six and a half wins. With the easiest schedule in the NFL and Deshaun Watson back under center, Cris Carter explains why Cleveland is the most undervalued team in the league.

Deshaun Watson should be a Comeback Player of the Year candidate. Cris Carter makes the case and explains why the talent was never the question.
The Chiefs, Broncos and Monday Night Football open the season on CC's birthday. Cris Carter breaks down why this rivalry is real now and what Patrick Mahomes needs to prove at Arrowhead.

Netflix paid $175 million for one Thanksgiving Eve game. Cris Carter explains where the money is going and what it means for the future of the NFL broadcast landscape.

The NBA voluntarily gave up Christmas Day and paid for it with a 38 percent ratings drop. Cris Carter explains why the NFL now owns the holiday calendar for good.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro & Trailer: Celebrating Episode 100
02:12 NFL Schedule Release: Anticipation and Key Matchups
05:49 Seahawks vs. Patriots: A Wednesday Kickoff Rematch
11:00 The Bears' Tough Schedule: Challenges Ahead
14:49 Teams with Zero Prime Time Games: A Discussion
18:06 The Cardinals and Dolphins: Future Prospects
21:50 International Games: The NFL's Global Expansion
24:11 NFL Revenue Growth: The Future of Player Salaries
27:02 Thanksgiving Eve Game: Packers vs. Rams
29:46 Christmas Day Matchups: A Triple Header Preview
33:59 NFL's Dominance on Christmas Day
34:43 Rest Disparity and Its Impact on Teams
40:18 Coaching Strategies and Team Adaptability
41:54 The Giants' New Era Under Harbaugh
44:04 Dolphins' Struggles and Future Prospects
45:41 Browns' Easiest Schedule and Expectations
48:13 Deshaun Watson's Comeback Potential
50:17 Jeremiah Smith's Unique Talents
58:13 Comparing Legends: Flutie vs. Moon
01:02:38 Fan Engagement and Episode Milestones

TOPICS COVERED

2026 NFL Schedule — Who got the toughest draw, who got buried and what it actually means for each team's playoff chances.

JJ Watt Travelling Circus — Why Cris Carter agrees with JJ on the player side and where the line is between global growth and player welfare.

Dolphins Bailout Plan — Why tanking in 2026 and landing Lamar Jackson and Jeremiah Smith in Miami is not as far fetched as it sounds.

CC's $50K Browns Bet — Why Deshaun Watson is the most undervalued comeback story in the NFL and why Cleveland wins more than people think.

Mahomes vs Broncos — Why Monday Night Football on September 14th is the marquee game of the entire opening week.

Netflix and the NFL — Why $175 million for one game is just the beginning and where broadcast rights are heading.

Christmas Day Triple Header — Why three playoff rematches on Netflix is the best scheduling move the NFL has ever made and what it means for the NBA.

Bears Toughest Schedule — Why 28400 miles of travel and the NFC North gauntlet will define Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson's second year together.

John Harbaugh Era in New York — Why the Giants are built for a physical brand of football and what Dart needs to do in year two.

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Sean Payton's unbelievable plan involving Bill Belichick could have changed NFL history forever. Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the shocking report that Sean Payton considered stepping aside so Belichick could coach the Broncos long enough to pass Don Shula's all-time wins record before handing the team back. CC also explains why Tom Brady is right about wide receivers, why nobody wants Stefon Diggs despite his talent, and whether Brandon Aiyuk is destroying his own career.

The conversation also dives into Alvin Kamara's decision to stay in New Orleans, the debate over Dan Marino vs. Tom Brady, the greatest quarterback-coach duos in NFL history, why NFL players continue fighting for grass fields, Maxx Crosby's battle with the NFL over custom cleats, why repeating as Super Bowl champions is even harder than winning the first one, and who belongs on the Mount Rushmore of NFL trash talkers. The episode wraps with fan questions covering Bill Walsh, George Pickens, LeBron James' legacy, Jalen Hurts, and more.

WHAT WE COVER THIS EPISODE

(0:00) Trailer
(1:35) Welcome to Fully Loaded Episode 110
(7:17) Sean Payton's secret Bill Belichick plan that almost happened
(10:35) Tom Brady says wide receivers are the "Real Housewives of the NFL" (13:05) Is Brandon Aiyuk ruining his own career?
(19:15) Why nobody wants Stefon Diggs
(25:53) Alvin Kamara restructures to stay with the Saints
(28:13) Tom Brady vs. Dan Marino: Does the quarterback make the franchise? (34:23) Greatest coach-quarterback duo in NFL history
(38:25) Why NFL players are demanding grass fields
(44:24) Maxx Crosby vs. the NFL's cleat rules
(51:03) Is repeating as Super Bowl champions harder than winning the first? (53:07) Greatest trash talkers in NFL history
(57:25) Fan Questions

TOPICS COVERED

NFL Headlines

● Sean Payton's secret Bill Belichick coaching plan
● Tom Brady on wide receiver drama
● Brandon Aiyuk's contract controversy
● Why Stefon Diggs remains unsigned
● Alvin Kamara's Saints contract restructure

NFL History & Debate

● Tom Brady vs. Dan Marino
● Does the quarterback make the franchise?
● Greatest coach-quarterback duos ever
● Is repeating as Super Bowl champions harder?
● Greatest NFL trash talkers of all time

NFL Business

● Grass vs. turf debate
● Maxx Crosby's fight over NFL uniform rules
● NFL labor negotiations and player safety

Fan Questions

● Bill Walsh and NFL coaching history
● George Pickens and the Cowboys
● LeBron James' legacy
● Jalen Hurts debate
● Community reactions and comments

Subscribe for more Fully Loaded every week as Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike break down the biggest stories across the NFL and NBA with insight you won't hear anywhere else. Let us know in the comments: Would Sean Payton's Bill Belichick plan have worked, and why do you think Stefon Diggs is still unsigned?

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