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Week 6 Review

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The final London NFL game is done and dusted, as we big a fond farewell to week 6 in the NFL.

It was an epic matchup between the Dolphins and Jaguars at Tottenham on Sunday, with Urban Meyer able to slow grind out a ‘W’ to save his job.

Ryan Cull is off to Canada, as Wade is joined by our pal Callum Squires, in this Week 6 Review Podcast.

Among some of the things that the guys chat about in this podcast includes;

London Games

Callum breaks down what the atmosphere was like at Tottenham Stadium, and what it felt like to watch his Dolphins collapse against the feeble Jags.
He also talks beer snakes, the rain of plastic cups, and what it’s like to party around Tottenham stadium.
Did you go to the game? How was your experience?

Chief Concern

Kansas City was able to eek out a win against the struggling Washington FT over the weekend, but there are still major concerns over their team, and in particular their D.
Patrick Mahomes was able to sneak out a win, but Kansas City did not look pretty in doing so. This team is going to struggle when they face some of the better teams in the league.

Viking Fun-eral

What’s going on in Minnesota?
You can’t trust the team to win, and you can’t trust the team to lose!
The Vikings are inconsistent this season, with teams either getting trampled by Dalvin Cook, or ripping holes through their porous secondary.
Minnesota has the squad and the ability to cause some havoc amongst the Packers, it’s just a matter of whether or not they can get their act together.

‘Dem Boyz

Dallas continues to punish teams they face with a relentless attack, and a D that swoops and scoops like a seagull.
The Cowboys continue to push up big points each week, while allowing their defence to swarm opposing QBs as well as create disruptions and picks a plenty.
The real concern here is that former Patriots fans are now emerging from the bushes as Cowboys fans. God help us all.

Packing it Up

Aaron Rodgers continues his cheese head farewell tour by pissing off fans around the league.
With his departure from Lambeau now a mere formality, Aaron is having fun playing the game again, despite not having the same Packers team(s) he has had in the past.
Green Bay was only able to put the game out of reach against the Bears in the last 7 minutes of play, which doesn’t bode well for upcoming Green Bay games against far superior squads.

Sport Bar and Grill

Thanks to everyone who came out to the Sports Bar and Grill Clapham and Old Street last week for an amazing night of NFL games.
The place was rocking until 4am, as fans sunk into buckets of wings, towers of beer, and comradery of meeting new friends.
The Sports Bar and Grill Old Street is open until 12:30am every Sunday (monday), so make sure that you book ahead to get a great spot for all the games.
We will be back with Callum and another podcast this week, as we look ahead to all of the exciting Week 7 games.

Week 6 Tips

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It’s the final London game of 2021, as the Jacksonville Jaguars play host to the Miami Dolphins at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

While many bemoan this lack lustre battle of Florida, it should be noted that this is an NFL game…in London. So quit your moaning and just enjoy the fact the no longer have COVID, but we have a game.

Wade and Ryan are stoked for the all the NFL games on tap this Sunday, and have compiled their Week 6 Tips for your betting knowledge.

Wade has been on fire with his tips lately, while Ryan’s tips involve the Buffalo Bills for the most part.

So what are the big games that the guys are looking at for this Sunday?

-3.5 Dolphins (1-4) vs Jaguars (0-5)  +45.5

‘Florida Men fight it out across the pond’ would be the headline that tees up this London game at Tottenham stadium.

Both Florida teams have struggled this season, and it doesn’t look like it’s going to get better for either team.

The Dolphins welcome back Tua, as he fights for his own job after a rather disappointing start after the Fitzmagic years.
Despite being down every wide receiver, Tua is fit to play, and lead his Dolphins against an ever struggling Jacksonville squad.

The Jaguars just can’t figure it out.
Every season they make new plans and directions for the future, but somehow can’t put concept to action.
Urban Meyer has been a distraction this season, and it’s hard to see if he will keep his job if the Jags bottle this one in London.

Ryan is big on the Jags here to steady the ship and get their first win of the season. He likes Trevor Lawrence to have an impressive game in the victory.

Wade thinks that the return of Tua will be too much for the Jags, as he and Mike Gesicki look to have a big game.
James Robinson might offer some running studness for the Jags, but that’s about that.

Ryan-Jaguars 28 Dolphins 24
Wade-Dolphins 23 Jaguars 18

LA Chargers (4-1) vs Ravens (4-1)  -3  +50.5

Justin Herbert has been a dream boat this season, leading his team into tough matches and coming out firing at every opportunity. They have beat big teams, and prove that they are up there as contenders down the line.

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens have had some downright ugly wins, but who cares…they’re wins.
Jackson is playing on another level, and he shows he is just as much of a threat running as he is peppering the ball down field.

Ryan believes that Lamar can fly, and that he will be flying all over the Chargers D on Sunday in dramatic fashion. He thinks that LA will run out of steam, allowing the Ravens to hold on for a home W.

Wade is big on the D, and thinks that the Chargers D will play the stagnating factor here. They kept it close with the Cowboys, and they should be able to do the same here.

Ryan-Ravens 33 Chargers 30
Wade-Chargers 28 Ravens 26

Cardinals (5-0) vs Browns (3-2) -2.5  +50

The Cardinals have a perfect record, yet they are underdogs heading into the dawg pound on Sunday. Could it be that the sharps know something that we don’t know?

The Browns are great at home, and their D and O line have kept them in some games that could have gotten out of hand.
Baker Mayfield was better last week, but his inconsistencies and field of vision don’t seem to be getting any better.
Nick Chubb is out this week, and OBJ is bitching that he isn’t getting enough touches.

Arizona has been on fire thus far, holding the distinction of being the only undefeated team in the NFL right now.
Sure, their secondary lets in loads of points, and Kyler still makes some rookie’ish mistakes, but they have so many tools at their disposal.

Ryan thinks that Kyler and the boys run out of gas here, with the Browns finally stepping up to be a force in the AFC North. He likes Cleveland in a close one.

Wade likes the big red machine to keep winning. The Browns have plenty of injuries as well as locker room chaos to distract them on Sunday. The weather is going to be crap, so look for loads of runs.

Ryan-Browns 24-Cardinals 20
Wade-Cardinals 30 Browns 28

London After Party

What are you doing after the London games? Want to join us and party NFL style Sunday night?

Sports Bar and Grill Old Street is quite sold out, but we have added more standing room. It’s open until 4am, and will have all the games on plus Redzone.

Sports Bar and Grill Clapham has a few tables available, but you will need to contact them now to book in. They are open until 11pm Sunday.

The Princess Alexandra in Crouch End is open until 12:30am, and has plenty of space. Book ahead to guarantee your seats.

Enjoy the game, stay safe, and hopefully we will see you at one of our NFL parties this season!

Here’s the flyover from the fighter jets from the 1st game!

Week 6 Preview

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Another awesome NFL game is headed to London, as the Dolphins and Jaguars do battle at Tottenham Stadium this Sunday.

The battle of Florida awaits, as does over 60,000 excited fans, as we break it all down in our Week 6 Preview podcast.

Wade and Ryan look at the upcoming match between Miami and Jacksonville in north London, as well as breaking down each week 6 game to make their score predictions for all the games.

Make sure you have a listen, a laugh and a cuddle for this one, as it has all the feels that you’re looking for.

Among some of the other things discussed in this episode includes:

London Games

It was a crazy week of NFL in London last week, and judging by what we’ve heard, you guys had fun, as well as some issues.

It’s London, and the NFL, so be prepared to be shocked by prices, forced into queues, and be subjected to a strict bag policy.
Let’s not forget that only a year ago we were dreaming of live events, so please plan ahead when you’re coming to the games.

Beer might be £1.99 up north, but you’re in London now baby. Get that £8 note ready.

London Travel

If you’re looking to join us at the Sports Bar & Grill Old Street after the game, the easiest way is via Liverpool Street Overground or trains.
It’s 40 minutes direct, and only a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street to Old Street to get to the pub.

As per the NFLUK and the TFL

The Victoria line will be very busy before and after the Game and fans are advised to travel from Liverpool Street station, if possible, with services to and from Northumberland Park station offering twice the capacity of services to and from White Hart Lane station.

An additional 80 stopping services will call at Northumberland Park, starting at 11.30am and finishing at 8.40pm, ensuring that even in the event of overtime, there is adequate capacity to return fans to Liverpool Street.

After Parties

Looking to party after the game NFL style?
We got you covered!

The Sports Bar and Grill Clapham will be open before, after and during the games for all your NFL fun.
Located just on the high street, this lovely sports bar has cold beer, hot wings, and cool customers.
The pub is open until 11pm on Sunday.

Late night hawks will want to pop over to the Sports Bar & Grill Old Street, which not only boasts over 50 TVs showing the NFL, but it’s also open until 4am!
Plenty of time to get stuck in for some football shenanigans all night long!

Folks are booking their tables quickly, so get yours to avoid disappointment!

Fans looking for a way to avoid the crush of traffic to the game should consider the Princess Alexandra in Crouch End.
This traditional pub is not only open til 12:30am Monday mornings, but it’s a quick ride to both the stadium and central London.

Hit the Alex before the game, then grab the W3 bus directly to the stadium.
Just repeat and rinse on the way back, and you’ll be in the pub with a pint in your hand quicker than you can strip a hot wing of its meat.

London Game

Florida man fights Florida man in front of British people, could be the headline in this affair, as Tua returns to battle Trevor Lawrence.

Hardened NFL fans might point out that the two teams only have 1 win between them after 10 games, but casual fans are just happy to have the NFL back!

Ryan likes the Jags to get the W here, with Trevor Lawrence pulling out all the stops to get the home victory.

Wade thinks that the return of Tua plus the cloud over Urban’s head will be too much. Mike Gesicki will steal the show, as the Dolphins move on to claim their second win of the season.

Ryan-Jags 30 Dolphins 24
Wade-Dolphins 21 Jags 18

If you are going to the game, make sure that you join us after at one of the many parties we have going on.

It’s going to be a Sunday Funday!

Week 5 Review

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What a tough week it was in the NFL!
Especially for the Giants, 49ers, and Jon Gruden!

Wade and Ryan look back at the week that was in our Week 5 Review podcast.

London Game

What a game in London!

A gorgeous, sunny day gave way to an excellent day of football at Tottenham Stadium.

The Falcons were able to squeeze a win over Zach Wilson and the struggling Jets, but that didn’t really matter to many UK fans.

It was also about getting out to enjoy a beautiful day, with new friends, and a heck of a lot of energy in a shiny new stadium.

We have amazing nights after, hosting all the fans at the Sports Bar & Grill Old Street, Clapham, and the Princess Alexandra in Crouch End.

Ready to do it all again this week?

Gruden

You should always be careful what you say on emails, especially if they are work emails.

Jon Gruden found this out the hard way this week, when an investigation into the Washington Football Team yielded some hefty words from the trash-talking Gruden.

The 90s’ might be done and dusted, but some of the language and nuance remains.

Gruden will most likely be the tip of the iceberg, with many more in the league likely to face justice for their naughty words.

This Week

Are you going to the bug game this week?
What about after the game?

Head to the Sports Bar and Grill Clapham or Old Street on Sunday, which will be hosting wicked after parties.

See you Sunday!

 

Week 4 Review

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What an exciting week in the NFL, made even better for UK fans as we host a London game for week 5.

Wade and Ryan are here to look back on the week that was in the NFL for week 4, in a fun and peppy podcast called the Week 4 Review.

Ryan went a respectable 7-9 in his week 4 picks, while Wade busted out an impressive 12-4 record to scoop a few pools over the weekend.

Among some of the trends and issues that the guys talk about in this one.

London Game

It’s the Falcons versus the Jets (wee!) at Tottenham in the first of the NFL games in London.

While it’s a truly beautiful stadium, the area around White Hart Lane leaves much to be desired. There’s really not much of a reason to leave anyway, with all of the bars and restaurants you can find within the stadium walls.

The NFL Store in the stadium will be happy to take your money in exchange for the jerseys of your NFL dreams.
Don’t worry about bringing a bag for all that swag, they will have legit ones available you can carry into the stadium.

Visitors to London are in for a treat, just don’t wander around too much to lose that lustre.

Also, Ted Lasso isn’t a real person, so stop asking us.

Petrol Crisis

Britain is still missing fuel, causing line ups, punch ups and neighbourhood headaches.

If you’re planning on driving to the game, be aware that fuel might be non existent, and parking could provide an added nightmare to your journey.

The Overground rolls into White Hart Lane every 15 minutes, which will give you plenty of time to plan your stadium day.

Winners

Among some of the winning teams that Wade and Ryan gush about in this episode includes:

Chiefs

Finally a win, but at what cost? Kansas City is struggling this year as they slump further down the division walls. Can they maintain this momentum to thwart the Bills in week 5?

Cowboys

If you smell something creeping up in your garden check that it might be ‘dem boyz. Dallas has put together a winning team, let’s see how long that they can stay healthy.

Cardinals

The best team in the NFL? They have certainly shown why that they might be considered. Of course it’s only week 4, so let’s hold our horses.

Losers

Lions

Detroit could be the worst team in all of football, with no direction fo where they are going. The Lions have had their mane and tail chopped, it’s hard to see where they find the motivation.

Texans

Stop, just stop. That’s all their defence has left to say.

Titans

Insults meet injuries as this team can no longer rely on Henry for the winning scores. Tannehill is struggling behind a weak line and their D can barely contain themselves.

Week 5 Parties

Don’t forget we’re throwing big parties this weekend at the Sports Bar and Grill Clapham, Old Street and the Princess Alexandra.

Clapham will be showing the Fury vs Wilder fight Sat night, while Old Street will be open until 4am with NFL action wall to wall.

Welcome to London!