{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65a97f998b01ea00176ac3ae/6a2744c76642088a1070eb0d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Breaking Down the 2026 NFL Schedule","description":"<p>Join Chapman, Batch, and Sam in this episode of Hurdle the Line, your go-to amateur NFL podcast, as we dive into the biggest stories shaping the league this summer! We kick things off recapping the thrilling NBA Finals action between the Spurs and Knicks, before shifting focus back to football—covering major trades including A.J. Brown’s move to the Patriots, massive wide receiver extensions for Drake London and Christian Watson, and the latest news on Russell Wilson’s retirement and transition to broadcasting. We also touch on the buzz around Caleb Williams as the new Madden 27 cover athlete and the controversial plans for the Chicago Bears’ potential stadium relocation.</p><p><br></p><p>The main event this week is a deep dive into the 2026 NFL schedule! We break down the toughest and easiest slates across the league, analyzing which teams have a favorable path to the playoffs and which face a brutal gauntlet—from the Bears’ league-leading strength of schedule to the Rams’ challenging travel and primetime-heavy lineup. We also highlight must-watch primetime matchups, including Bills vs. Rams, Patriots vs. Seahawks, and the Christmas Day showdown between the Rams and Seahawks. Plus, we break down updated Super Bowl odds, discuss rest day disparities that could impact team performance, and give our take on division outlooks, including the NFC North and NFC South.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re looking for expert analysis, hot takes, or just a fun, casual chat about all things NFL, this episode has it all. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly episodes, follow us on social media and Discord, and check out our fantasy football and college football pods for even more content!</p><p><br></p><p>🔗 Show Notes &amp; Resources</p><p>- 🎧 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hurdle-the-line/id1737875041</p><p>- 🎧 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4PjFxcSJyaYWNO6I2Pzgse</p><p>- 🎧 Other https://linktr.ee/hurdletheline</p><p><br></p><p>📱 Follow &amp; Support Us</p><p>🎧 Subscribe so you don’t miss episodes</p><p>👍 Like / comment your thoughts on this week</p><p>🔁 Share with fellow College Football fans</p><p>💬 DM or comment your topic ideas for next time</p><p><br></p><p>🔗 Asleep at Work Network</p><p>🌐 Website: https://www.aawnetwork.com</p><p>🪩 Discord: [https://discord.gg/U6KkTFBKkw]</p><p>🐦 Twitter: [https://www.twitter.com/aaw_network]</p><p>📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/aaw_network]</p><p>😊 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/aawnetwork]</p><p>🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@aawnetwork]</p>","author_name":"The Asleep at Work Network"}