40s and Free Agents: Can Kirk Cousins Save the Vikings? + Trade Deadline Reactions

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein react to Tuesday's busy trade deadline deals, including why teams are increasingly willing to move draft picks for proven players and what that means for the future of roster building. Then, they discuss the Jaguars' aggressive…

40s and Free Agents: NFL Rookie Report — Who's Living Up to the Hype?

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein are joined by Trevor Sikkema for a rookie check-in around the NFL. They discuss how injuries and offensive line struggles have impacted Jeremiyah Love's rookie season, why Kaelon Black has thrived with the 49ers, and whether Mi…

40s and Free Agents: Hot Seat, Cool Throne — NFL Head Coaches

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein discuss how John Harbaugh's old-school coaching style is setting the tone for the Giants and whether a lack of emotional maturity is holding the Ravens back. Then, they break down how Todd Monken has turned things around in Cle…

40s and Free Agents: The NFC East Race, What's Next for the Colts, and a Bloody Saturday in CFB

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein discuss Jalen Hurts being ruled out for the year, how it impacts the NFC East race, and whether J.J. McCarthy is a potential solution for the Giants' offense. Then, they break down Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Texans debut, what's gon…

40s and Free Agents: Can Marvin Harrison Jr. Revive His Career in Houston? + Cam Ward's Struggles

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein discuss whether Marvin Harrison Jr. can revive his career in Houston, what went wrong during his time in Arizona, and how the Texans' environment could help him get back on track. Then, they break down the struggles of former N…

40s and Free Agents: Rookie Progress Report and the Jacob Rodriguez Fan Club

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein give their rookie progress report through Week 4, breaking down which rookies have lived up to expectations and which are still finding their footing. They also discuss whether we're witnessing a renaissance at the running back…

40s and Free Agents: Klint Kubiak's Raiders, J.J. McCarthy Traded & The 2027 Draft Class

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein talk Deshaun Watson finally showing up as a Cleveland Brown, HC Klint Kubiak maximizing the potential of this Raiders roster, and J.J. McCarthy landing with another Harbaugh. Then, they discuss the 2027 Draft Class, Dante Moore…

40s and Free Agents: Heisman Candidates, "Looking the Part" as a Quarterback & Week 2 in the NFL

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein talk Ole Miss beating LSU, Trinidad Chambliss being a "hooper," and whether or not Oregon QB Dante Moore is a legit Heisman trophy candidate. Then, they recap Week 2 of the NFL season and discuss what's wrong with the Los Angel…

40s and Free Agents: Texas' Comeback Win, "Bust-Proof" Rookies & What We Learned in NFL Week 1

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein recap Week 2 in the College Football season and takeaways from Texas' improbable comeback vs. Ohio State. Then, they talk about some surprise outcomes from Week 1 in the NFL, and discuss rookies that have outperformed expectati…

40s and Free Agents: Week 1 College Football Standouts and Lookahead to 2027 NFL Free Agents

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein are joined by Gregg Rosenthal to talk the top free agent wide receivers in 2027, how much teams should be willing to pay for mid-tier quarterbacks, and what's next for Baker Mayfield. Then, Bucky and Lance discuss Week 1 colleg…