Tom Brady joins Jim and Bill to break down the concept of stepping on the gas versus resting players in December, run down his top teams in the NFC, and discuss how coaching mentality changes in the playoffs. Then, Jim and Bill get into what it takes to be successful in college football in 2024, and if there’s any one team with a clear path to the Super Bowl.

Jim and Peter break down how Jayden Daniels became the best player in the NFL this weekend, why the Chiefs will remain champion until proven otherwise, what led to the 49ers’ elimination, and what to make of Brock Purdy’s new contract demands. Then, Peter highlights Wild Card Weekend and how streaming at least one game will become the norm, and why Rickey Henderson was the best player he’s ever seen in his life.

Jim and Bill discuss the opportunities of being the new head coach at UNC, how he made the decision, and the similarities between college and professional football. Then, the legendary David Letterman joins the conversation to discuss how the comedy landscape has changed, the QB he’s rooting for, and an incredible George Steinbrenner story. PLUS, Maxx Crosby shares with Jim and Peter how he’s coping with his season-ending ankle injury and what rehab will look like post-surgery, his thoughts on the Bills-Lions game, and the importance of coach accountability.