The CTB Show

Christian Catenacci and Thomas Pocrnic recap a wild Thursday in Indianapolis, headlined by the internet losing its mind over Rueben Bain’s arm length measurement. Are “short arms” actually a concern, or are we watching classic Combine overreaction season in real time? We dive into the scouting implications and what this really means for Bain’s draft stock.We also talk about what might have been an all-time Combine performance from Sonny Styles, why Caleb Banks is quietly skyrocketing up boards, and the latest quarterback buzz from media availability sessions — including Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson’s best potential landing spots, and the Garrett Nussmeier injury situation.Plus, we get into some bigger-picture league chatter: where could Anthony Richardson realistically land, and what are the Vikings actually planning at quarterback?It’s peak draft season, narratives are forming fast, and we’re separating real evaluation from internet hysteria.

Christian Catenacci and Thomas Pocrnic are LIVE from the NFL Combine with a packed Day 1 recap and a deep dive into the biggest NFL offseason storylines already taking over Indianapolis. The guys break down the buzz surrounding Maxx Crosby, debate whether Aaron Rodgers is actually returning and when a decision could come, and react to trade chatter involving A. J. Brown. They also address the latest rumor mill surrounding C. J. Stroud and the very real possibility that Tua Tagovailoa could be off the roster in Miami sooner than people expect. If you’re looking for real-time NFL Combine insight mixed with offseason speculation, this episode delivers it straight from the ground in Indy.Beyond the headlines, Cat and Poc each bring their biggest offseason questions to the table, including how high Jeremiah Love could rise during the draft process, which team makes the most sense for Malik Willis and what his market value might look like, what the future holds in Atlanta for the Atlanta Falcons, and just how different the Buffalo Bills will be next season. From quarterback decisions to trade speculation and NFL Draft risers, this CTB Show episode is your complete NFL offseason and Combine breakdown, packed with analysis, debate, and the early storylines that could shape the 2026 season.

Cat and Poc discuss the puzzling news of Bill Belichick not being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on the first ballot. They then discuss which NFL QBs will go on to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. And to close, the two rank their favourite moments in Super Bowl history.

We’ve officially hit Episode 100, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with NFL Playoff football.In this episode, we break down every game of Wild Card Weekend, diving into matchups, pressure points, and what we expect once January football kicks off. We talk Steelers, Eagles, 49ers, Bills, Jags, and more — including which teams are built for a playoff run and which ones could be in trouble early.The postseason is here. The margin for error is gone. Let’s talk playoffs.

It's the holidays, and the NFL is giving us the gift of a truly exciting playoff picture. Who is the NFC's best team? Are the Bears legitimate playoff threats? How much credit does Trevor Lawrence deserve for Jacksonville's meteoric rise in the AFC? Will the Panthers ACTUALLY win the NFC South? And in Miami, with Tua seemingly having played his final snap as a Dolphin, Cat and Poc reflect on his tenure and project his future in the NFL. All this and more on the latest episode of The CTB Show!Wishing all of our listeners and supporters a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday!

Both #1 seeds from the 2024 season - the Lions and the Chiefs, are on the outside looking in after 13 weeks. Will they both miss the playoffs? This year's #1 seeds - the Bears and Patriots have a ton of mixed opinions surrounding them. Cat and Poc break down whether they are legit playoff threats or not. And finally, Cat shares his MVP latter based on who he thinks deserves to win the prestigious award. All this and more on another episode of The CTB Show!

On this week’s CTB Show, Cat and Poc dive into the chaos unfolding across the NFL and make the case that Drake Maye might actually be the MVP frontrunner right now. We break down the AFC West drama as the Denver Broncos surge toward a potential division title, question whether the Chiefs should be officially concerned, and revisit the yearly tradition of the Chargers looking like complete frauds.We also head over to the NFC North to sort out whether the Chicago Bears are true contenders or just benefitting from the Lions, Vikings, and Packers all stumbling out of the gate. Plus, we take a real look at Bryce Young’s progress and debate who deserves to lead the MVP race at this point in the season.Keywords: drake maye mvp, drake maye giants, drake maye nfl, denver broncos afc west, broncos playoffs, kansas city chiefs struggles, chargers frauds, chicago bears contenders, nfc north race, bryce young analysis, nfl podcast, ctb show, catch the blitz, nfl week recap, football podcast, sports talk nfl, nfl mvp race

Through seven weeks of the NFL season, the picture is starting to take shape — but who’s for real and who’s just faking it? On this week’s episode of The CTB Show, Thomas and Christian break down the biggest storylines across the league, separating the contenders from the pretenders.From powerhouse performances to early-season surprises, the guys debate which teams have what it takes to go the distance — and ultimately crown who they believe is the best team in football right now.Insight, banter, and bold takes — it’s all here on The CTB Show.

We're 4 weeks in to the NFL season, and unfortunately, the injuries are piling up. What's the outlook of the Dolphins and Giants after losing Tyreek Hill and Malik Nabers? What did we learn from Jaxson Dart's debut? And is it time to call the situation in Baltimore a crisis? And with the quarter point of the season approaching, we handed out letter grades to every single NFL franchise on the season so far. All this and more in a can't miss episode of the CTB Show!

We are two weeks through the NFL season, and for some teams it already feels like the season is over. Which 0-2 teams should be hitting the panic button? Are the Chiefs in real danger of missing the playoffs? Is it time for the Dolphins to blow it up? And why isn't Caleb Williams having success in Chicago? + we break down the outlook of the Cincinnati Bengals after losing QB Joe Burrow for 3 months with a toe injury. All this and more on The CTB Show!

Micah Parsons is officially a Green Bay Packer. After the shocking trade out of Dallas, Cat is fired up and on an absolute rampage—challenging the narrative that Jerry Jones and the Cowboys deserve all the blame. Was this really just a front-office failure, or did Parsons, his camp, and even the fans play a role in this messy breakup?From the Packers’ bold gamble to the Cowboys’ legacy-defining decision, we break down every angle of the fallout, the ripple effects on both franchises, and what this means for the NFC playoff race. Strap in—this one gets heated.

The draft is in the books — and the CTB Show is breaking it all down.Christian and Thomas react to Shedeur Sanders’ shocking slide to pick 144, give their favorite picks of the draft (Jalon Walker, Malaki Starks, Will Johnson 👀), and dive into the biggest surprises — including the Bears going Loveland & Burden back-to-back.Plus: we hand out offseason winner belts… and the Patriots might just be leading the pack.

The NFL Draft is almost here… and we’re swinging for the fences. In this episode, Christian and Thomas drop five bold predictions for the first round that could shake up everything. From surprise trades to unexpected picks, nothing is off the table.Will a top QB slide? Could a team reach for a shocker at No. 10? Tune in to hear our spiciest takes yet — and don’t say we didn’t warn you.