The GM Shuffle with Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the team-building malpractice on display in Atlanta after selecting QB Michael Penix Jr. in the top 10. Plus, Michael reacts to a historic start to the draft with 14 consecutive offensive players taken and a record six QBs off the board in the top 12 picks. The guys also break down the 49ers trade rumors regarding Aiyuk & Deebo and the market-setting contracts for AJ Brown and Amon-Ra St. Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe preview Round 1 of the NFL Draft. Michael breaks down what he'd do with each of the Top 10 picks and shares what he thinks will happen Thursday night. The guys also discuss how many QBs they expect to go off the board and debate drafting OLs vs WRs early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe kick off draft week by going over potential draft day trades and how they're made. Plus, the guys take a look at the latest "Lying Season" entries from NFL GMs. Michael also shares his top 5 most critical drafts from across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the ESPN's report detailing Bill Belichick's offseason search for an HC job including: Robert Kraft's comments to Arthur Blank, Belichick not making the top 3 candidates and Rich McCay's power in the Falcons' organization. Plus, the guys discuss the latest NFL Draft news and Michael's top defensive prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Ben Wilson break down the latest draft news including the looming tampering punishment for the Atlanta Falcons, the best strategy for the Minnesota Vikings and Adam Schefter telling Commanders fans to buy their Jayden Daniels jersey. Plus, the guys get into a pair of unhappy WRs in Brandon Aiyuk and Tee Higgins. Michael also reacts to lucrative extensions for Colts DT DeForest Buckner and Eagles WR Devonta Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Ben Wilson break down the latest NFL Draft news and rumors as we are two weeks away from round 1. Plus, Michael shares his thoughts on the Giants QB dilemma, the difficulty in evaluating Drake Maye and which teams are most likely to trade up or down in the draft. The guys also hit a flurry of extensions across the league, the NFL game in Brazil and the death of controversial sports figure OJ Simpson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Lombardi and Stormy Buonantony break down the Texans trade for Stefon Diggs and what's next for the Buffalo Bills. On The GM Shuffle, Michael and Femi Abebefe analyze the top of the draft, talking strategy and guarding secrets in the building. Plus, the guys take a first look at DraftKings NFL win totals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe discuss the Jets trade for DE Haason Reddick and how it ties into the loss of Bryce Huff. Plus, the guys break down Jadeveon Clowney signing with the Panthers and Dak Prescott's future in Dallas. Michael ends the pod talking more NFL draft strategy and predicts how many QBs will be selected in the first round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the 2024 QB Class as Pro Days wrap up across the country. The guys break down Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and the rest of the potential first round QBs. Plus, Michael shares his thoughts on the new kickoff rules and "The Dynasty" documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down some of the comments coming from the opening days of the annual NFL League Meeting in Orlando. Plus, Michael shares his thoughts on the Titans trade for CB L'Jarius Sneed, the remaining NFL free agents and if teams should be listening to Jim Harbaugh's praise of QB JJ McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Caleb Williams' pro day and Marvin Harrison Jr.'s decision not to work out. Plus, Michael responds to Kenny Pickett feeling "confident" in the way he handled his exit from Pittsburgh. The guys also discuss the Giants' interest in JJ McCarthy and if the team should replace Daniel Jones with a Rookie QB from this Draft Class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Justin Fields trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers and what the compensation means for the league's evaluation of the QB. Plus, the guys discuss the latest drama between Stefon Diggs and the Bills, Aaron Donald's legacy, and more NFL news from the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the biggest signings since Tuesday's pod - including: Calvin Ridley to the Titans, Danielle Hunter to the Texans and Derrick Henry to the Ravens. Plus, the guys analyze the Cowboys inactivity in free agency, what's next for the Vikings, lies coming out of Chicago and the malpractice in the Panthers organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the top signings so far in NFL free agency including: Kirk Cousins to the Atlanta Falcons, Russell Wilson to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Saquon Barkley to the Philadelphia Eagles, Brian Burns traded to the New York Giants, Chris Jones' new deal with the Kansas City Chiefs and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Bills' flurry of roster moves yesterday and what it means for their Super Bowl window. Plus, the guys discuss the official end of the Russell Wilson era in Denver and where the trade ranks among the all-time worst in NFL history. Michael ends the show by sharing the latest he's heard on the market for Kirk Cousins and Justin Fields as well as his thoughts on Daniel Jones the Giants' reported "buyers remorse." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe respond to backlash from criticism of Antonio Pierce that was taken out-of-context. Michael also reacts to the top stories coming from last week's NFL combine in Indy. Plus, the guys update Mike Evans' new deal in Tampa, the 49ers DC decision, Mecole Hardman bashing the Jets and Eliot Wolf calling out the Patriots "hard-ass" culture under Belichick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this clip from "The Lombardi Line" on VSiN hosts Michael Lombardi and Stormy Buonantony put a bow on the 2023-24 NFL season with division-by-division "Exit Interviews." Michael breaks down which teams reached their potential, who fell short of expectations and what the focus of the offseason needs to be for each squad.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe take a peak behind-the-curtain of what really goes down at the annual NFL Draft Combine in Indianapolis. Plus, the guys take a first look at the candidates to go at the top of April's draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Femi Abebefe and Michael Lombardi break down the market for Justin Fields, Kirk Cousins and Russell Wilson. The guys also react to the impact Big Dom DiSandro's suspension had on the Eagles. Plus, the latest on the 49ers search for a new defensive coordinator and the ridiculous comments from Raiders HC Antonio Pierce on Las Vegas' "recipe" to beat the Chiefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe begin the NFL offseason by breaking down the lies they've already heard across the league. Plus, the guys go over potential franchise tag candidates ahead of the window opening on Feb. 20th. Michael also reacts to Steve Wilks' firing in San Francisco and recaps his 2023-24 weekly awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Super Bowl LVIII. The guys discuss Mahomes' legacy, the Chiefs dynasty and what the 49ers need to do to get over the hump. Plus, Michael hands out his final awards of the season and looks ahead at way too early Super Bowl futures for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, Michael and Femi update the action at Media Row in Las Vegas. Plus, the guys share their official predictions for Super Bowl LVIII. The guys also break down who should be the next Cowboys DC, Eliot Wolf taking over the Patriots and Mark Murphy's pending departure from Green Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe kick off Super Bowl week from Media Row in Las Vegas. Plus, the guys break down the coordinator hires from around the league and update the reason why Dan Quinn landed the Commanders job. Michael analyzes the coaching battles for Super Bowl LVIII including Andy Reid vs Kyle Shanahan and the problems each team's DC will have to solve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the breaking news of the Commanders hiring Dan Quinn to be their next HC. Plus, the guys break down a number of other coaching and coordinator hires across the league. Michael also shares his thoughts on the Cowboys plans to go "all-in" in 2024 as well as some comments from Tom Brady on accountability. Femi and Michael end the pod with a first look at the Super Bowl LVIII betting market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap all of the action from Championship Sunday including Dan Campbell's questionable 4th down decisions, San Francisco's historic second half, the Ravens' offensive futility and the Chiefs' continued dominance of the AFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest coaching news including the Chargers hiring Jim Harbaugh and Tennessee's decision to bring on Brian Callahan and promote Ran Carthon. Plus, they react to the Dolphins parting ways with DC Vic Fangio and the Packers firing DC Joe Barry. Michael also shares his thoughts on the Raiders introductory press conference with new GM Tom Telesco and HC Anthony Pierce. The guys end the show with a preview of Conference Championship Sunday's slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap a wild Divisional Round slate. The guys break down the future of the Bills after a devastating loss vs the Chiefs, recap how the 49ers survived the Packers, discuss what the Lions' success means to Detroit and explain the reason behind the Raven's domination vs the Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Cowboys' decision to retain Mike McCarthy as head coach in 2024. The guys also recap Monday's playoff games and discuss the future for Nick Sirianni and Mike Tomlin. Plus, the guys update the head coaching carousel including timelines for Bill Belichick, Jim Harbaugh and Antonio Pierce. Michael and Femi end the pod by sharing their thoughts and best bets for the NFL Divisional Round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Cowboys stunning loss to the Packers and look ahead to the wide-ranging implications the defeat could have. Plus, the guys break down the Lions historic victory vs the Rams, an easy win for the Chiefs vs a fraudulent Dolphins offense and a great performance by CJ Stroud in a shocking blowout vs the Browns. Michael also shares his opinion of the Patriots hiring Jerod Mayo as the next head coach and Jim Harbaugh's interview with the Chargers. The guys end the pod with a quick preview of Monday's games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an emergency edition of The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Bill Belichick's exit in New England and what's next for the Patriots. Plus, thoughts on Nick Saban retiring from coaching and Pete Carroll transitioning to a different role for the Seahawks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Mike Vrabel's firing in Tennessee and what's next for the Titans organization. Plus, Michael reacts to breaking news that Matt Eberflus will stay in Chicago for the 2024 season. Lombardi also shares what he knows about the drama between Wink Martindale and the New York Giants. The guys end the show with a betting breakdown of Wild Card Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the firing of Arthur Smith and Ron Rivera and look ahead to the future for the Falcons and Commanders. Plus, what's the timeline for a decision to be made on Bill Belichick's future in New England? The guys also recap the top games from the weekend, including Bills-Dolphins and Colts-Texans. Michael ends the pod with his awards for Week 18 and initial thoughts on the NFL playoff bracket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the decisions ahead of the Chicago Bears this offseason and the future for Justin Fields. The guys also examine the NFL coaches on the hot seat ahead of Black Monday along with Jim Harbaugh's NFL options. Plus, Jonathan Gannon doubles down on Kyler Murray as the Cardinals franchise QB and Michael shares his rules for betting NFL Week 18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the controversial ending in the Cowboys-Lions game. Plus, the guys update the AFC and NFC playoff picture with the Ravens and 49ers securing #1 seeds. Michael also shares his take on the division races that are still alive headed into Week 18 and hands out awards from this weekend's action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe talk about the Broncos benching Russell Wilson for the rest of the season plus his likely departure from the team after this season. Plus, Michael reacts to Jaire Alexander's coin flip incident before the start of OT against the Panthers last Sunday. The guys also preview the NFL Week 17 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the NFL Week 16 slate including the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day games. Michael also hands out his weekly awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe talk about the George Pickens situation with the Steelers. Plus, the guys break down the top games for Week 16 including the big Monday Night showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Michael also hands out Christmas gifts to four NFL owners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the top games from Sunday's slate including a dominate performance from the Buffalo Bills. Plus, the guys react to the Chargers firing of Brandon Staley and GM Tom Telesco. Michael also shares his take on the NFL Playoff Picture, award races and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the report that Bill Belichick is on his way out in New England. Plus, Michael breaks down what "The Raider Way" actually means and how the Silver and Black need to rebuild their culture ahead of a Thursday night matchup with the Chargers. The guys wrap up the pod previewing the top games of this weekend's NFL slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the controversial ending of Bills-Chiefs and the domination in Dallas that was the Cowboys-Eagles game. Plus, the guys get to a wild finish in Rams-Ravens, an impressive performance from Zach Wilson vs the Texans, and an all-time low-scoring game in Raiders-Vikings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest in the Jets QB saga, with the team electing to go back to Zach Wilson. "Big Daddy" Vince Lombardi also makes his GM Shuffle debut, talking Packers with Michael and Femi for a segment. The guys also react to the absurd calls to bench Jalen Hurts and preview Cowboys vs Eagles along with the other top games on the Week 14 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Eagles and Chiefs performance this season compared to last year's Super Bowl participants. The guys also talk Brock Purdy's case for MVP and the resurgence of the Green Bay Packers. Plus, Michael breaks down where his Week 13 bets went wrong and gives out his awards for the week. Finally, we end the pod reacting to a controversial College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down David Tepper's comments after the Frank Reich firing and Michael tells him the hard truth about what'll take to be successful in Carolina. Plus, the guys discuss Aaron Rodgers' return to practice, the woeful QB situation in New England and some comments from Danny O about Michael's "disdain" for him. Femi and Michael end the pod by previewing 49ers-Eagles and a few more games on the Week 13 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Frank Reich's exit in Carolina and what David Tepper needs to do to fix the Panthers. Plus, the guys recap an awesome game between the Eagles-Bills and another disappointing game from the Chargers on SNF. Michael also talks about the importance of QB likability to an offense's success, using Derek Carr, Mac Jones and Russell Wilson as examples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Eagles victory over the Chiefs on Monday Night Football and debate the best team in the NFL. Plus, Michael reacts to Tom Brady's comments criticizing mediocrity across the league, the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination, Matt Canada's firing in Pittsburgh and Shaquille Leonard's release from the Colts. The guys end the pod previewing the Thanksgiving Weekend slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the coaches on the hot seat after Sunday's slate. Are Brandon Staley, Frank Reich and Ron Rivera dead men walking? Plus, was Zach Wilson benched for the final time in New York? Michael also reveals his awards for Week 11 and the guys quickly preview Eagles-Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the errors in team building from the Buffalo Bills and react to the decision to fire OC Ken Dorsey. Plus, Deshaun Watson is out for the year and more QB news from across the league. The guys wrap up the show previewing Bengals-Ravens and more of the top games on the Week 11 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap CJ Stroud's impressive performance in Houston's upset win in Cincy. Plus, when will the Jaguars be able to win a big game? The guys also break down Mac Jones' bad day, the Jets costly mistakes and the record five game-winning FGs in Week 10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Bill Belichick's future in New England and the difficult decision that Kraft family must make on who'll lead the Patriots. Plus, Michael shares his take on what Robert Saleh pleading the fifth on The Michael Kay Show tells him about the Jets. The guys also give out their mid-season NFL awards and preview the Week 10 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Bengals impressive win over Buffalo and ask is the Bills championship window closing? Plus, the guys recap Eagles-Cowboys and Dolphins-Chiefs. Michael also shares his take on Montez Sweat's new deal with the Bears, Daniel Jones' season-ending injury, and more from NFL Week 9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the changes made in Las Vegas and what lead to the dismissal of HC Josh McDaniels, GM David Ziegler and OC Mick Lombardi. Plus, Michael shares his take on the flurry of trades made before the NFL trade deadline. The guys end the show by previewing the marquee matchups on the Week 9 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the biggest takeaways from NFL Week 8 including a devasting injury to Kirk Cousins as well as surprising losses from the 49ers and Chiefs. The guys also review the cluster of injuries to QBs across the league and hand out awards for Week 8 of the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe preview Tuesday's NFL trade deadline, breaking down potential buyers, sellers and trade targets across the league. Plus, the guys take a look at the top games on the Week 8 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the Eagles-Lions Sunday Night Football game, the Ravens blowuout win vs the Lions and the Patriots upset over the Bills. Plus, the guys break down a wild Colts-Browns game and Deshaun Watson's future in Cleveland. At the end of the show, Michael hands out awards for Week 7 and shares a quick pick for Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the reasons behind the low scoring and poor offensive schemes around the league. Plus, Michael reacts to the news that Kyler Murray is back at practice, Anthony Richardson is out for the year and Caleb Williams wants equity in his future NFL team. The guys also analyze the eight teams sitting at 3-3 before previewing NFL Week 7's top games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the first losses for the 49ers and Eagles. Plus, the guys react to the wild-ending between the Bills and Giants, the Lions' impressive start, and inefficient red zone offenses across the league. At the end of the show, Michael reveals his award recipients for NFL Week 6 and pick for Cowboys-Chargers on Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the unstable situations facing Panthers' HC Frank Reich and Patriots' HC Bill Belichick. Plus, the guys discuss if the Vikings should consider trading Kirk Cousins after Justin Jefferson was placed on IR. Michael also reveals the five NFL teams that can win the Super Bowl and previews this weekend's top games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the reasons behind the Patriots' worst start since 2000. Plus, Michael shares his take on the impact of the Bills' mounting defensive injuries and Jonathan Taylor's new contract in Indy. The guys also react to Nathaniel Hackett's revenge vs the Broncos, the Steelers improbable comeback vs the Ravens and more injury updates from across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the New York Giants' costly error dealing with Daniel Jones' contract and what teams who drafted a QB in the 2021 class could learn from their mistake. Plus, the guys examine the potential fallout from the Bears historic losing streak ahead of their Thursday Night game vs the Commanders. Michael and Femi preview Cowboys-49ers and other top games from NFL Week 5 to end the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi & Femi Abebefe break down the Sunday Night Football game between the Chiefs & Jets before diving into the Bills dominant performance vs the Dolphins. Plus, Michael says the Bengals offense is broken and the Eagles aren't nearly as good as last year. The guys also break down the ending in Raiders-Chargers, the Steelers' disappointing loss to the Texans, Mac Jones' ineffectiveness vs the Cowboys, and Denver's comeback in Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the QB situation in New York and the dilemma Robert Saleh is facing by continuing to start QB Zach Wilson. Plus, Michael grades the job each new head coach has done so far this season. The guys also analyze the keys to the Dolphins' early success and preview NFL Week 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the questionable coaching decisions to end the Steelers-Raiders & Chargers-Vikings games. Plus, they react to a historic blowout in Miami, offensive futility in New York and shocking upsets in Arizona & Jacksonville. The guys end the show with Michael's awards for Week 3 and a quick look at Monday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the firestorm in Chicago surrounding Justin Fields' comments and DC Alan Williams' departure. Plus, the guys break down the Cam Akers trade to the Minnesota Vikings and the fallout from Nick Chubb's injury on Monday Night Football. Michael and Femi also share some of their best bets for the NFL Week 3 slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the biggests storylines from NFL Week 2 including Lamar Jackson's MVP-caliber performance, the massive 21-point comeback from the Giants and Brandon Staley's coaching malpractice in crunch time vs the Titans. Plus, the Patriots squander another late-game opportunity and Justin Fields' regresses again vs the Buccaneers. The guys also update injuries to Joe Burrow and Saquon Barkley ADDRESS FOR AUTOGRAPHED BOOK (SELF ADDRESS RETURN ENVELOPE): MICHAEL LOMBARDI 810 ASBURY AVE SUITE 215 OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to Aaron Rodgers season-ending injury and look ahead to what it means for the Jets. Plus, Chris Jones reached a deal with the Chiefs and Michael isn't sure his holdout was worth it. The guys also preview the marquee matchups and break down the betting lines for NFL Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe share their biggest takeaways from Week 1 in the NFL including the Cowboys & 49ers dominance, Tyreek Hill's explosive day and disappointing performances from Justin Fields & Joe Burrow. Plus, the guys recap a wild Patriots-Eagles ending, a surprising win for the Rams over the Seahawks, and the top performances from the league's young QBs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest news out of Kansas City regarding Travis Kelce's knee injury and Chris Jones' continued contract hold-out ahead of NFL opening night vs the Lions. Plus, the guys break down more marquee matchups on the Week 1 schedule including Cowboys-Giants, Bengals-Browns, 49ers-Steelers, Eagles-Patriots and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to the first full slate of college football and the impressive 2024 QB draft class. Plus, the guys discuss Cooper Kupp's hamstring injury as well as Chris Jones and Nick Bosa's continued hold-outs. Michael also reveals his Top 10 QBs in the NFL for the finale of "Blue Chip, Red Chips." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down why a trade wasn't made for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. The guys update the remaining hold outs in Chris Jones and Nick Bosa as we are one week away from the kickoff of the NFL regular season. Michael also examines why the Cardinals should leave QB Kyler Murray on the sidelines this season. Plus, Michael reveals his top NFL coaches and shares some stories about the late great Gil Brandt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michal Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Cowboys trade for former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance. Plus, Michael shares what he's hearing in regards to a potential trade involving Jonathan Taylor. The guys also discuss Josh Jacobs' new deal in Las Vegas before diving into the Michael's Red & Blue Chip running backs and the future of the position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to Trey Lance being named QB3 in San Francisco behind Sam Darnold. The guys break down potential suitors for Jonathan Taylor and the market for the Colts RB. Michael also reveals his red & blue chip WRs and analyzes the difference between pass catching and blocking TEs in the modern NFL. Plus, Chris Jones says he'll hold out until Week 8, Baker Mayfield will start for the Bucs and breaking news out of Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe share their thoughts on the biggest storylines from NFL preseason week 2 including takeaways from the Bills-Steelers game. The guys also break down what they saw from the young QBs who suited up this week. Plus, Jim Irsay provided an update on the Jonathan Taylor situation and the Buccaneers QB competition is still up in the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the new deals for both Dalvin Cook with the Jets and Ezekiel Elliott with the Patriots. Michael also responds to the reaction to his break down of Trey Lance's QB instinct, or lack thereof. Plus, Michael and Femi break down the top offensive lines in the league heading into 2023. The guys also react to the news of Zack Martin's new deal and Anthony Richardson being named QB1 in Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap week 1 of the NFL preseason including Trey Lance's disappointing performance and Justin Fields' inflated stat line. Plus, the guys break down what they saw from the rookie QBs in their first game action. Michael also shares his take on the latest drama between James Harden and the 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Ron Rivera's comments about Eric Bieniemy and the coaching controversy brewing in Washington. Michael also reveals his top interior defensive lineman in the NFL. Plus, a quick recap of the New York Jets' debut on HBO's "Hard Knocks" and the Johnny Manziel Netflix documentary. The guys end the show with a quick preview of Thursday's preseason slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe take a look at the most-hyped NFL players so far in training camp, breaking down their potential impact on the team. Plus, Michael shares what he's most excited to see during this week's preseason games and joint practices across the league. The guys also analyze Alvin Kamara's suspension and a flurry of new deals around the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe reveal the Blue & Red Chip edge rushers in the NFL. The guys also break down the QB competitions across the league based off the latest news from training camp. Plus, the NFL preseason begins tonight with the Hall of Fame Game between the Jets and Browns. Femi and Michael also react to the injuries in the Broncos WR room, Alvin Kamara's looming suspensions and more RBs looking to get paid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe discuss Jonathan Taylor's trade request and the bizarre comments by Jim Irsay. Plus, Joe Burrow and Jalen Ramsey both went down in training camp. The guys break down what their injuries mean for the Bengals and Dolphins. Michael and Femi also react to Sean Payton's comments regarding last year's Broncos squad and Aaron Rodgers' spicy response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the big contract news across the league including Saquon Barkley's one-year $11M deal, Aaron Rodgers' $35M paycut and Justin Herbert's record-setting QB deal. Plus, Michael reveals his red and blue chip off-ball linebackers heading into the 2023 season. The guys also talk training camp holdouts in Nick Bosa and Zack Martin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe discuss Chris Jones' hold out for a new deal in Kansas City. Plus, Jimmy G passed his physical in Las Vegas and is cleared for camp. The guys also react to injury updates from around the league - including Bills RB Nyheim Hines' season-ending knee injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the fallout from Monday's franchise tag deadline. Plus, today's the day NFL owners are finally set to approve the Commanders sale from Daniel Snyder to Josh Harris' ownership group. The guys also get into Zack Martin's contract woes in Dallas. Leadership coach and CEO of Profile LLC Chad Q. Brown closes out the show detailing the different types of leadership styles in this offseason's final installment of the "Literature & Leadership" series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down DeAndre Hopkins deal with the Tennessee Titans. Plus, the guys make predictions for which deals could get done before today's deadline for franchise-tagged players to sign extensions. Michael also reveals his red & blue chip cornerbacks and reacts to Quinnen Williams deal in New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe start their "Red Chip, Blue Chip" series as they go over Michael's top safeties going into this year's NFL season. Michael also breaks down his criteria of who makes the list plus talks about which players almost made the cut this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the latest updates on DeAndre Hopkins' and Dalvin Cook's next teams. Plus, the NBA announced the details of their in-season tournament and Michael has some thoughts. Our NBA informant "Mr. X" also joins the show to provide the inside details on Damian Lillard, James Harden, Victor Wembanyama and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe give a preview of VSiN's 2023 NFL Betting Guide including Michael's article on handicapping coaches plus Femi's NFL Awards future bets. Michael also reacts to VSiN's Steve Makinen's betting trends for NFL head coaches next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe are joined by author and speaker Pat Lencioni as they talk about leadership and teamwork skills for NFL teams, and how some sports teams use Lencioni's "5 dysfunctions of a team" concept. Michael also reacts to Lencioni's "6 types of working geniuses" concept. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe react to a handful of NFL players set to receive season-long suspensions plus DeVante Parker's re-signing with the Patriots. Michael also gives his thoughts on the Jets bracing to be on the Hard Knocks show and if Sean McVay can rebuild the Rams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe recap the NBA Draft plus Michael gives his predictions on what 76ers GM Daryl Morey will do this offseason. Michael also gives his thoughts on this year's NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe explain why an NBA team can't win with Zion Williamson as a leader plus how the NFL should crack down on players violating the NFL Gambling Policy. Michael also reacts to the Packers being disrespected and undervalued by the media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the running back market and explain how Mike Tomlin's leadership skills can lead the Steelers to success this season. Plus, Owen Eastwood talks how team culture and heritage can affect a coach's and ownership's leadership skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Stefon Diggs' absence from Bills minicamp and update the free agency tours of DeAndre Hopkins and Dalvin Cook. Plus, will the Vikings move on from Kirk Cousins and initiate a rebuild? Michael also reacts to Doc Rivers' comments on the Bill Simmons Podcast about what went wrong for the Philadelphia 76ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down Saquon Barkley's contract holdout, Josh Jacobs' cryptic tweet and Dalvin Cook's release from the Minnesota Vikings. Plus, will DeAndre Hopkins be a Patriot? And the guys update the gambling violations around the league, with Colts CB Isaiah Rodgers being the latest NFL player facing a gambling-related suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this clip from "The Lombardi Line" on VSiN - the sports betting network, hosts Michael Lombardi and Stormy Buonantony talk off-season storylines and preview the upcoming NFL season with ESPN's Booger McFarland and NFL Network's Brian Baldinger. "The Lombardi Line" airs on VSiN from 12-2pm ET on Mon- Fri and from 10am-12pm on Sat and Sun during the offseason and through the NFL season. For more, search for "The Lombardi Line" wherever you get your podcasts and visit VSiN.com/subscribe for more info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down their choices for the best and worst NFL off-seasons so far. The guys break down the best and worst offseason moves and which teams are setting themselves up for success in the 2023 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the Bills moves over the weekend including adding Leonard Floyd and extending DT Ed Oliver. Plus, will DeAndre Hopkins reunite with Deshaun Watson in Cleveland? And how did OBJ's contract affect the market for D-Hop? Writer and Show-runner of "The Simpsons" joins the show to continue our "Literature & Leadership" series and talk creativity, leadership in the writers room and the ongoing writer's strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this clip from "The Lombardi Line" on VSiN - the sports betting network, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down what some young QBs in the NFL must do to improve over the season to be truly "Light-years ahead" and avoid "falling behind." "The Lombardi Line" airs on VSiN from 12-2pm ET on Mon. - Fri. and from 10am-12pm on Sat. and Sun. during the offseason and through the NFL season. For more, search for "The Lombardi Line" wherever you get your podcasts and visit VSiN.com/subscribe for more info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the 76ers hire of Nick Nurse as head coach. Plus, the guys break down the second-year NFL pleayers that need to make the biggest impact on their team this season. Journalist, best-selling author and die-hard Bills fan Luke Russert also joins the show to talk about his book "Look for Me There" as part of our "Literature & Leadership" series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The GM Shuffle, hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down the injury clause in Jimmy Garoppolo's contract with the Raiders. Plus, why did the Cardinals release DeAndre Hopkins and what's the best landing spot for the All-Pro WR? The guys also update Brock Purdy's injury status, Austin Ekeler's guaranteed contract and Le'Veon Bell's regrets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Michael Lombardi and Femi Abebefe break down The New York Jets' "One Player Away Syndrome," detailing why it's important for teams to avoid the fallacy that they are one player away from competing for championships. Plus, the guys react to some of the NFL rule changes from this week's owners meeting. Author Warren Zanes closes out the show as part of our new "Literature & Leadership" series of interviews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices