The “Necessary Roughness Podcast” airs weekly on lastwordradio.podbean.com, and other LastWordRadio outlets.
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 241): NFL Week 16 Preview! Plus, Nik Touches on the Bizarre 2-PT Conversion Call that Might Change the Entire NFL Season
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 16 matchups. He also touches on the Patriots collapse against the Bills, campaigns for the Bengals to sit Joe Burrow, and wades into boxing discussion to give his take on Anthony Joshua’s KO of Jake Paul. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 240): NFL Week 15 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Philip Rivers’ Shocking Unretirement
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 15 matchups. He also touches on the Eagles rough MNF loss, weighs in on the coaches on the hot seat around the NFL, and rants about the “very unique” ending of the Raiders loss to the Broncos. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 239): NFL Week 14 Preview! Plus, Nik Weighs in on the Panthers Massive Upset of the Rams
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 14 matchups. He also touches on the Texans upset win over the Colts, gives his opinion on the NFL’s new playing field “quality control” program, and discusses Big Ben and James Harrison’s takes on Mike Tomlin’s job security in Pittsburgh. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 238): NFL Week 13 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Joe Burrow’s Return and the Bengals Outside Shot at Winning the AFC North
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 13 matchups. He also gives his NFC and AFC power rankings as we approach the playoffs, offers a glass half empty take on Myles Garrett chasing the single-season sack record, and weighs in on the odd Lane Kiffin-related conundrum Ole Miss finds themselves in. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 237): NFL Week 12 Preview! Plus, Why the Texans Winning Streak Might Have Saved HC DeMeco Ryans’ Job
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 12 matchups. He also heaps some praise on to the upstart Jags and Panthers, touches on Justin Fields being benched (again), and dives into the odd developing story that is the Brandon Aiyuk-49ers contract situation. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 236): NFL Week 11 Preview! Plus, Nik Pitches Two New NFL Yearly Awards
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 11 matchups. He also touches on how the Steelers let their divisional lead melt away, weighs in on Jerry Jones’ comments on being controversial, and debates if Joe Burrow can come back in time to salvage the Bengals season. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 235): NFL Week 10 Preview and Midseason Awards Special! Plus, Nik Debates if the Broncos are a Fraudulent 8-2
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 10 matchups and gives out his midseason awards. He also touches on the NFL’s flurry of Deadline Day trades, argues that the NFL awards don’t show linebackers enough love, and weighs in on Tom Brady cloning his dog. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 234): NFL Week 9 Preview! Plus, Nik Previews the NFL Trade Deadline
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 9 matchups. He also touches on the 4-day resurgence that might save the Ravens season, weighs in on the terrible officiating in the Giants-Eagles game, and touches on an interesting FG idea floated by Fox’s Greg Olsen. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 233): NFL Week 8 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Terrible State of the NY Jets and NY Giants
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 8 matchups. He also heaps some praise on Slingin’ Sam Darnold and the Seahawks, rambles about Jacoby Brissett’s career, and predicts that the loser of this week’s Thursday Night Football game (BAL @ MIA) will leave their Head Coach unemployed. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 232): NFL Week 7 Preview! Plus, Nik Rants About MNF Doubleheaders
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 7 matchups. He also discusses the bizarre sequence which cost the Lions a TD, touches on Mike Tomlin’s remarks about the Joe Flacco trade, and gives his take on JJ Watt’s criticism of PFF. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 231): NFL Week 6 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Bengals Turning to Joe Flacco to Save Their Season
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 6 matchups. He also touches on the Bills upset loss to New England in primetime, touches on the Eagles rough week, and weighs in on Jerry Jones flipping the bird at MetLife Stadium. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 230): NFL Week 5 Preview! Plus, Why John Harbaugh’s Seat in Baltimore May Be Scorching Hot
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 5 matchups. He also rants about replay review in sports, touches on the Vic Fangio revelation about the new “kicking balls,” and discusses the Robert Saleh/Liam Coen beef. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 229): NFL Week 4 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the One-Sided “Richard Sherman vs. Russell Wilson” Rivalry
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 4 matchups. He also touches on yet another Ravens loss in primetime, gives his take on Drew Brees’ remarks about the Eagles “boring” offense, and is confused by Commissioner Goodell’s comments on Tom Brady’s conflict of interest. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 228): NFL Week 3 Preview! Plus, Nik Tries to Sell the Bengals on Trading for Jameis Winston
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 3 matchups. He also debates jumping ship on the Dolphins (already), discusses the oddity that was the Shedeur Sanders-Ravens report, and touches on Tom Brady’s conflict of interest issue. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 227): NFL Week 2 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Yet Another Baltimore Ravens Collapse
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 2 matchups. He also weighs in on Aaron Rodgers’ Week 1 resurgence, touches on Micah Parsons’ comments on the timing of his trade to Green Bay, and weighs in on a Ryan Clark-related nontroversy for the second week in a row. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 226): NFL Week 1 Preview! Plus, Nik Weighs in on Ryan Clark’s “Generational Talent” Take
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 1 matchups. He also breaks down how the Cowboys almost spoiled the Eagles SB celebration, touches on the Chargers victory over the Chiefs, and can’t help but discuss the addition of ads to NFL Redzone. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 225): 2025 NFL Kickoff Special and Season Preview! Plus, Nik Gives Out His Preseason Awards Picks
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the upcoming NFL kickoff matchups, as well as reveals his preseason pick to win the Super Bowl. He also debates if this is finally the year Lamar Jackson and the Ravens get over their playoff woes, wonders if Travis Hunter could conceivably win both Rookie of the Year awards, and touches on former NFL LB Sam Acho’s odd remarks on Caleb Williams’ leadership abilities…based on his socks. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 224): 2025-26 AFC Preview!Plus, Nik’s Take on Why the Bengals are Poised to Miss the Playoffs…Again
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his AFC predictions for this season. He also wonders if this year will be HC Mike McDaniel’s last in Miami, hems and haws over his picks for the crowded AFC Wild Card, and even debates if a change of scenery will help revitalize the career of QB Daniel Jones. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 223): 2025-26 NFC Preview! Plus, Nik Debates Taking the Bait on the Chicago Bears
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his NFC predictions for this season. He also wonders if Matt Stafford will play enough games for the LA Rams to be contenders, debates if a resurgent CMC could make the 49ers a playoff team, and fights his New York roots when discussing the Giants chances of making it out of the NFC’s basement. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 222): NFL Draft Recap! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Browns Newly Overcrowded QB Room
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the 2025 NFL Draft. He also gives his take on Shedeur-mania, touches on Mel Kiper’s wild weekend, and gives props to Bills GM Brandon Beane for being honest. Enjoy the show and join us the weekend of August 15th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 221): NFL Free Agency Preview Extravaganza! Plus, Nik’s Take on Josh Allen’s Big Contract Extension
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic previews the NFL’s upcoming free agent frenzy. He also debates where Sam Darnold fits best, discusses this year’s underwhelming QB market as a whole, and touches on potential rule changes involving the tush push and the onside kick. Enjoy the show and join us April 26th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 220): Super Bowl 59 Recap! Plus, Nik is Somehow Forced to Defend Both Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into Super Bowl LIX. He also touches on some Super Bowl LIX conspiracy theories, weighs in on the Saints hiring of Kellen Moore, and dives into some drama between Cam Newton and his former teammates. Enjoy the show and join us the weekend of March 7th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 219): Super Bowl 59 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Reaction to Eli Manning Not Making the NFL Hall of Fame (Yet)
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into Super Bowl LIX. He also touches on Josh Allen actually winning the MVP, discusses how the NFL weighing in on the “referee controversy” has only muddied the waters more, and fights against himself to justify his Super Bowl pick. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 218): Nik’s Picks for the NFL’s Seasonal Awards! Plus, Nik Names the 2nd Annual NFL All-Name Team
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic recaps last week’s NFL Championship weekend and gives his picks for the NFL’s end-of-year awards. He also re-proposes his rule change to ban the tush push, gives his take on the widespread complaints about the refs following the Bills loss in KC, and debates if Josh Allen truly did enough this year to unseat reigning MVP Lamar Jackson. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 217): NFL Conference Championship Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Yet Another Premature Ravens Playoff Exit
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Conference Championship matchups. He also dishes out credit/blame for the Commanders upset win over the Lions, breaks down this week’s new head coach hires, and discusses if this is finally the year that the Bills get one over on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 216): NFL Divisional Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik Rants About the Steelers “Chess Master” HC Mike Tomlin
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Divisional Weekend matchups. He also dives into an odd remark about Justin Herbert made by Robert Griffin III, complains about the new onside kick rule (again), and finds himself agreeing with Troy Aikman about how unappealing the Dallas Cowboys vacant head coach position may truly be. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 215): NFL “Super” Wild Card Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Sam Darnold’s Sloppy Outing Against the Lions
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL “Super” Wild Card weekend matchups. He also weighs in on the narrative that the “Chiefs were afraid to face the Bengals,” discusses this year’s edition of Black Monday, and debates if he should stand by his preseason prediction of a Lions-Chiefs Super Bowl. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 214): NFL Week 18 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Oddly Public Drama in Indianapolis
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 18 matchups. He also touches on the New York Giants fumbling the #1 pick in the 2025 Draft, makes his predictions for Black Monday, and gives his pick for the biggest regular season game of the season: Vikings vs. Lions. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 213): NFL Week 17 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the 2024 NFL MVP Race
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 17 matchups. He also checks in on the NFL playoff picture, touches on the Bills comeback win over the lowly Patriots, and gives his take on the NFL v. NBA Christmas Day ratings battle. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 212): NFL Week 16 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Hot Take on the Report About Jets Owner Woody Johnson
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 16 matchups. He also defends Dan Campbell’s 4th Quarter onside kick attempt, wonders why no one is comparing Anthony Richardson to another notable former NFL mobile QB, and discusses the Falcons benching of Kirk Cousins. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 211): NFL Week 15 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on a Potential Change to the Defensive PI Rule
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 15 matchups. He also touches on the Rams recent resurgence, wonders what’s gone wrong for the Atlanta Falcons, and discusses Bill Belichick’s decision to go coach college football at UNC. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 210): NFL Week 14 Preview! Plus, Why Justin Tucker’s Slump Makes the Ravens Much More Vulnerable
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 14 matchups. He also wonders if the Lions aggressive playstyle will end up costing them in the playoffs, touches on the weird Diontae Johnson situation in Baltimore, and discusses Kayvon Thibodeaux’s interesting take on a locker room “meritocracy.” Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 209): NFL Week 13 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Unpopular Opinion on the Bears Firing of HC Matt Eberflus
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 13 matchups. He also gives his up-to-date conference AFC and NFC power rankings, wonders why the Texans somehow took a step backwards this season, and swears off picking the Dolphins for the rest of 2024. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 208): NFL Week 12 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the End of the Daniel Jones Era in NY
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 12 matchups. He also wonders if Bengals HC Zac Taylor’s seat is getting warmer, touches on the Ravens loss to the Steelers, and makes his picks for the NFL’s Thanksgiving Day tripleheader. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 207): NFL Week 11 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on 2024’s Surprise Playoff Contenders
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 11 matchups. He also touches on the Lions against-all-odds SNF win, debates if the Giants or Jets have had the worse season so far, and weighs in on the Colts un-benching Anthony Richardson. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 206): NFL Week 10 Preview and Midseason Awards Special! Plus, Nik’s Take on this Year’s Active NFL Trade Deadline
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 10 matchups and gives out his midseason awards. He also wonders if the Dak Prescott injury has bought Mike McCarthy leeway or doomed him, touches on the 49ers chances to win the NFC West with a returning CMC, and debates if Andy Reid should somehow be a Coach of the Year candidate. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 205): NFL Week 9 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the NFL’s Supposed “QB Development” Issue
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 9 matchups. He also discusses why the Steelers may actually be contenders in this year’s AFC, wonders if he was too quick to raise the expectations on CJ Stroud and the Texans, and tries his hardest to avoid derailing the show by ranting about the Yankees World Series performance. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 204): NFL Week 8 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the “Cowboys Tours” Non-troversy
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 8 matchups. He also discusses the Texans apparent issues with clock management, wonders if the 49ers injuries have finally caught up to them, and touches on Daniel Jones’ “disappointment” in being benched. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 203): NFL Week 7 Preview! Plus, Why Amari Cooper Could be a More Impactful Addition than Davante Adams
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 7 matchups. He also touches on Eagles HC Nick Sirianni’s back-and-forth with his own fans, weighs in on the Bengals underwhelming win over the Giants, and briefly previews the upcoming NFL Trade Deadline. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 202): NFL Week 6 Preview! Plus, a Closer Look at the Jets Firing of Robert Saleh
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 6 matchups. He also dives into the Bengals and Bills late collapses, touches on the Cowboys primetime win in Pittsburgh, and wonders why Browns HC Kevin Stefanski publicly anchored himself to Deshaun Watson. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 201): NFL Week 5 Preview! Plus, Which Team is the Best Fit for a Davante Adams Trade
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 5 matchups. He also touches on the Ravens blowout win over the Bills, heaps some praise on Big Kirko and the Falcons, and rants about the weird free kick from Monday Night Football. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 200): NFL Week 4 Preview! Plus, Nik Goes Off-Topic and Rants About the Oakland Athletics
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 4 matchups. He also starts to wonder if the offseason reports of the Buffalo Bills demise were too premature, discusses how the Ravens win over the Cowboys should be their blueprint for the rest of the season, and runs through a few hypothetical trades for Dolphins QB relief. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 199): NFL Week 3 Preview! Plus, Nik is Befuddled by Mel Kiper Jr.’s Bizarre New Rule Proposal
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 3 matchups. He also discusses his concern level for the injury-riddled 49ers, gives props to the underdogs that dominated Week 2, and can’t figure out the upside in the Panthers benching of Bryce Young. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 198): NFL Week 2 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Tua Tagovailoa Retirement Talk
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 2 matchups. He also breaks down the New York Giants abysmal debut to their 100th season, wonders if the luster is already off the 2024 Atlanta Falcons, and gives props to a few teams who *almost* pulled off Week 1 upsets. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 197): NFL Week 1 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Ravens Rough Loss to the Chiefs
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 1 matchups. He also breaks down Isaiah Likely’s remarks after Baltimore’s loss, applauds Kylen Granson’s comments about wearing the Guardian Cap, and touches on Roger Goodell’s about-face on the NFL’s potential European division. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 196): 2024 NFL Kickoff Special and Season Preview! Plus, Nik Gives Out His Preseason Awards Picks
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the upcoming NFL kickoff matchups, as well as reveals his preseason pick to win the Super Bowl. He also forecasts a big sophomore season for Bijan Robinson, debates if this is the year Lamar Jackson finally leads the Ravens to the promised land, and predicts a revenge tour for one of last year’s title contenders. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 195): 2024-25 NFC Preview! Plus, Nik Wonders if History Will Repeat Itself with Caleb Williams and the Bears
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his NFC predictions for this season. He also wonders if anyone in the NFC West will push the San Francisco 49ers, predicts a Detroit Lions revenge tour following their heartbreaking NFC Championship loss, and debates if the Falcons are the smart pick to win the NFC South or just the flashy pick. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 194): 2024-25 AFC Preview! Plus, Nik Rants About the NFL’s New Onside Kick Rules
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his AFC predictions for this season. He also wonders if Jim Harbaugh can revamp the Chargers into a playoff team in one offseason, debates if the AFC North will have three playoff teams again, and forecasts a dropoff for a recent AFC playoff stalwart. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 193): NFL Draft Recap! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Falcons Perplexing Penix Jr. Pick
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the 2024 NFL Draft. He also celebrates the NFL adopting the XFL kickoff rule (at least temporarily), touches on some NFL trades we missed over the last month, and weighs in on the that rumor Robert Kraft put the kibosh on Bill Belichick’s bid to coach another team. Enjoy the show and join us August 17th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 192): NFL Free Agency Extravaganza! Plus, Nik’s Take on if OBJ is the Most Overrated Player in NFL History
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the NFL’s free agent frenzy thus far. He also names his winners and losers of each division, touches on the proposed changes to the NFL’s kickoff rule, and wonders if Matthew Slater can make the Hall of Fame as a career Special Teams Ace. Enjoy the show and join us May 3rd for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 191): Super Bowl LVIII Recap! Plus, Nik’s Take on the 49ers Ridiculous OT Strategy
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into Super Bowl LVIII. He also touches on why firing DC Steve Wilks was the 49ers only real move to make, can’t help but discuss Patrick Mahomes’s GOAT trajectory, and poses his own Super Bowl conspiracy theory. Enjoy the show and join us March 15th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 190): Super Bowl LVIII Preview! Plus, Why Brian Urlacher Has a Valid Point About Justin Fields and the Bears #1 Pick Dilemma
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into Super Bowl LVIII. He also discusses his confusion over Myles Garrett winning DPoY over TJ Watt, weighs in on the NFLPA’s comments on the NFL’s gambling policy, and examines the long-reaching implications of SB58. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 189): Nik’s Picks for the NFL’s Seasonal Awards! Plus, the Announcement of the Inaugural NFL All-Name Team
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic recaps last week’s NFL Championship weekend and gives his picks for the NFL’s end-of-year awards. He also wonders why all the blame for the Lions loss is being heaped upon HC Dan Campbell, catches up on the offseason coaching carousel, and discusses if the MVP and DPoY awards have become too focused on QBs and sack leaders respectively. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 188): NFL Conference Championship Weekend Preview! Plus, a Closer Look at Where Patrick Mahomes May Rank All-Time…After Only 6 Seasons
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Conference Championship matchups. He also touches on the Ravens 2nd half domination of the Texans, weighs in on Chauncey Gardner-Johnson’s ongoing beef with Baker and the Bucs, and gives his take on Jon Anik’s remarks about fans and social media toxicity. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 187): NFL Divisional Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Eagles and Cowboys Both Opting to Not Make a Coaching Change
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Divisional weekend matchups. He also discusses his disappointment in Lions fans booing Matthew Stafford, wonders if the Packers are a budding NFC power, and weighs in on the still simmering beef between RGIII and Jay Gruden. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 186): NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the “Dramatic” Ending to Saints-Falcons
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Super Wild Card weekend matchups. He also breaks down the Jaguars late-season collapse, touches on the Dolphins loss to the Bills, and weighs in on the Titans confusing decision to fire Mike Vrabel. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 185): NFL Week 18 Preview! Plus, Why Packers-Bears Could Decide Justin Fields’ Future
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 18 matchups. He also touches on the Ravens decimation of the Dolphins, weighs in on if the Steelers should move on from Kenny Pickett, and predicts a Tush-Push heavy road to the Super Bowl. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 184): NFL Week 17 Preview! Plus, Denver’s Bad Russell Wilson Extension has Come Home to Roost
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 17 matchups. He also praises the Ravens for making the 49ers look vulnerable, weighs in on the Joe Flacco-Comeback Player of the Year debate, and touches on this year’s edition of the “Jim Harbaugh to the NFL” rumors. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 183): NFL Week 16 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on this Season’s Biggest Sleeper Super Bowl Contender
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 16 matchups. He also discusses which NFL playoff teams are on “Fraud Alert,” breaks down which team has the inside track to win the AFC South, and wonders if it’s finally time for the Steelers and Patriots to begin looking for new head coaches. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 182): NFL Week 15 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Tommy Cutlets (Linsanity 2.0?)
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 15 matchups. He also dives into the stumbling Eagles and Chiefs, can’t believe it took the Chargers this long to fire Brandon Staley, and wonders if CJ Stroud’s concussion is going to put an end to the Texans surprise playoff push. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 181): NFL Week 14 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Latest NY Jets-Zach Wilson Drama
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 14 matchups. He also gives an updated overview of the NFL playoff picture, wonders how Gardner Minshew wound up a journeyman back-up, and praises Commissioner Goodell for his (reported) interest in banning the Tush Push. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 180): NFL Week 13 Preview! Plus, Why Alex Smith is Right About Tom Brady’s Comments on “Mediocrity” in the NFL
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 13 matchups. He also can’t help but weigh in on Rex Ryan’s comments on Bill Belichick, finds himself confused by the Carolina Panthers hasty firing of Frank Reich, and wonders if the Seahawks or Vikings will right the ship in time for the playoffs. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 179): NFL Week 12 Preview! Plus, Why Nick Sirianni’s Victory Lap in Kansas City was Weird
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 12 matchups. He also welcomes the 49ers back to the top of his NFL power rankings, discusses how Jordan Love has already earned the right to start for the Packers next season, and argues that the Titans should let Ryan Tannehill finish the season elsewhere. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 178): NFL Week 11 Preview! Plus, Nik Tries to Make Sense of the Chaotic AFC Playoff Picture
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 11 matchups. He also dives into the disappointing Bills, touches on the now Burrow-less Bengals, and can’t help but weigh in on the odd remarks made by Charissa Thompson. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 177): NFL Week 10 Preview and Midseason Recap! Plus, Nik (Finally) Heaps Some Praise on the Baltimore Ravens
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 10 matchups and gives out his midseason awards. He also discusses yet another Dolphins loss to a fellow contender, wishes he could give the Off. Rookie of the Year award to more than one player, and debates if the coaches of contenders make good candidates for Coach of the Year. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 176): NFL Week 9 Preview! Plus, NostraDonadic Discusses the Raiders Implosion
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 9 matchups. He also warns the league that the Bengals may have things figured out, recaps the NFL Trade Deadline, and can’t help but rant about the clown fiesta that was the New York Giants loss to the Jets. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 175): NFL Week 8 Preview! Plus, Jim Irsay’s New Rule Proposal (That Won’t Pass)
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 8 matchups. He also can’t wrap his head around the Raiders loss to the Bears, laughs at the Brady Quinn-Deshaun Watson shenanigans, and wonders who’s actually going to win the crowded NFC South. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 174): NFL Week 7 Preview! Plus, Why a London-hosted Super Bowl Would be a Logistics Nightmare
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 7 matchups. He also gives his take on the dueling Eagles and 49ers upset losses, weighs in on the Brock Purdy “system QB” debate, and touches on the upcoming NFL trade deadline. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 173): NFL Week 6 Preview! Plus, Nik is Befuddled by Steve Smith’s Seemingly Random Beef with Jerry Jeudy
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 6 matchups. He also struggles to name the AFC’s top dog so far, touches on the 49ers early season dominance, and dives into the weird Steve Smith-Jerry Jeudy beef. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 172): NFL Week 5 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on NY Giants OL Evan Neal Lashing Out at the Fans
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 5 matchups. He also touches on the statement made by the Bills beatdown of the Dolphins, can’t help but take a shot at Chargers HC Brandon Staley over another questionable late playcall, and dives into a pair of sleeper playoff hopefuls who faced off last week. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 171): NFL Week 4 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Bizarre Last Few Minutes of Chargers-Vikings
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 4 matchups. He also touches on the big upsets of the past week, dives into which teams he believes are stuck in No Man’s Land, and discusses the oddities of the NFL’s new gambling policy. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 170): NFL Week 3 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Slumping Bengals and Chargers
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 3 matchups. He also heaps praise on the Commanders and Falcons surprising 2-0 starts, dives into the odd Justin Fields situation, and touches on the rash of significant early season injuries. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 169): NFL Week 2 Preview! Plus, Nik Breaks Down the Emergency QB Options for the Aaron Rodgers-less Jets
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 2 matchups. He also weighs in on the Bengals laying an egg against the Browns, touches on the Patriots surprising resilience against the Eagles, and discusses why the Grass vs. Turf debate is likely more nuanced than many realize. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 168): NFL Week 1 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on DeAndre Hopkins Odd Remarks Prior to Week 1
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 1 matchups. He also breaks down the Lions upset victory over the Chiefs, touches on the NFL’s new “emergency 3rd QB rule,” and sends his best wishes to former NFL WR Mike Williams. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 167): 2023 NFL Kickoff Special and Season Preview! Plus, Nik Gives Out His Preseason Awards Picks
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the upcoming NFL kickoff matchup between the Chiefs and Lions, as well as gives his preseason pick to win the Super Bowl. He also forecasts a huge season for Joe Burrow (health permitting), debates if the Aaron Rodgers-led Jets will net an AFC playoff spot, and struggles with where the Jaguars rank in this year’s AFC. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 166): 2023-2024 NFC Preview! Plus, Why the NFC is More Top-Heavy than the AFC
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his NFC Predictions for the upcoming year. He also debates if the Lions can overtake the Vikings, wonders if Baker Mayfield can lead the former champion Bucs core to the postseason, and discusses the dueling trades made by NFC East rivals this past week. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 165): 2023-24 AFC Preview! Plus, Why the Cleveland Browns Could be Poised for a Surprising Season
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his AFC Predictions for this season. He also breaks down why injuries could turn the AFC North into a crapshoot, debates if the AFC East will snag three playoff spots, and discusses all the things we missed during the offseason hiatus. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 164): NFL Free Agency Discussion! Plus, Nik’s Potential Rule Change to Fix the “Rugby Scrum”
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the winners and losers of NFL free agency so far. He also wonders what the Titans plan for this season is, touches on the never-ending Lamar Jackson contract dispute, and weighs in on the troubling comments of Michael Thomas and Byron Jones. Enjoy the show and join us the weekend of April 29th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 163): Super Bowl LVII Recap! Plus, Nik’s Take on Refs “Deciding” Big Games
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down Super Bowl LVII and reflects on the season as a whole. He also touches on this offseason’s upcoming rendition of the QB carousel, breaks down Eric Bieniemy’s bold decision to leave Kansas City for Washington D.C., and dives into why he hopes the XFL does well (even if he won’t be watching it). Enjoy the show and join us the weekend of March 18th for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 162): Super Bowl LVII Preview! Plus, Why the Discussion Surrounding Damar Hamlin’s NFL Return is a Complicated One
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into Super Bowl LVII. He also touches on whether the Giants or Seahawks should franchise tag their QBs, dives into Christian McCaffrey’s remarks about the 49ers loss, and discusses how Russell Wilson’s perception took another hit this week. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 161): Nik’s Picks for the NFL’s Seasonal Awards! Plus, It’s Time for the (seemingly) Annual Pro Bowl Rant
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic recaps last week’s NFL Championship weekend and gives his picks for the NFL’s end-of-year awards. He also gives his take on the Broncos failed courtship of DeMeco Ryans, touches on some players who were snubbed from even being AP award finalists, and discusses the incomparable career of Tom Brady. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 160): NFL Championship Weekend Preview! Plus, Why the Bills Season was a Failure
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Championship weekend matchups. He also discusses the rest of the NFL Divisional Weekend matchups, touches on Jim Harbaugh’s meeting with the Broncos, and dives into why the Colorado Rockies Owner shouldn’t be getting mocked for being a realist. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 159): NFL Divisional Weekend Preview! Plus, Nik Wonders Why Bengals-Bills is NOT a Neutral-Site Game
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Divisional weekend matchups. He also gives his thoughts on the Lamar Jackson drama in Baltimore, touches on how Kirk Cousins’ final pass against the Giants perfectly encapsulates his career, and can’t help but pat himself on the back after a perfect weekend of picks. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 158): NFL Super Wild Card Weekend Preview! Plus, Why Sammy Watkins’ Comments on Lamar Jackson are Concerning
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL Super Wild Card weekend matchups. He also touches on 2023’s rendition of “Black Monday,” wonders if the Mike Williams injury is a fireable offense, and gives his predictions for the rest of this year’s NFL Playoffs. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 157): NFL Week 18 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Possible Neutral-Site NFL Playoff Football
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 18 matchups. He also touches on the Vikings giving the Packers a backdoor into the postseason, discusses the Commanders benching Carson Wentz (again), and dives into the weird comments made by Jadeveon Clowney about the Browns. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 156): NFL Week 17 Preview! Plus, Why Nik Thinks Ron Rivera is on the Hot Seat in Washington
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 17 matchups. He also calls shenanigans on (some) “advanced” statistics like win-probability, weighs in on why the Raiders benching of Derek Carr could get complicated, and touches on the very forgettable tenure of Nathaniel Hackett as the Denver Broncos Head Coach. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 155): NFL Week 16 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Historic Ending of Raiders vs. Patriots
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 16 matchups. He also touches on last Saturday’s wild tripleheader, debates Dan Campbell vs. Doug Pederson for Coach of the Year, and discusses the possible 2023-24 landing spots for Tom Brady (other than retirement). Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 154): NFL Week 15 Preview! Plus, How the Kyler Murray Injury Threw the Cardinals Into a Very Peculiar Situation
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 15 matchups. He also debates if the Lions win over Minnesota will be a sign of what’s to come, touches on another signature moment for Trevor Lawrence in his (2nd) rookie season, and discusses the possibility of the NFL adding replay review for certain penalties. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 153): NFL Week 14 Preview! Plus, Why the Ravens and 49ers May Both Survive Their QB’s Injuries
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 14 matchups. He also wonders if the Bengals are just straight up better than the Chiefs, discusses why the Jets loss to the Vikings left him kind of impressed, and touches on the never-ending courtship of free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 152): NFL Week 13 Preview! Plus, Why Starting the Packers Continuing to Start an Injured Aaron Rodgers Accomplishes Nothing
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 13 matchups. He also wonders what went wrong for the Raiders this season, touches on the significance of Trevor Lawrence’s game-winning drive against the Ravens, and dives into the weird week that was for the Arizona Cardinals. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 151): NFL Week 12 Preview! Plus, Why the Texans Decision to Bench Davis Mills is Perplexing
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 12 matchups. He also dives into the rumored Sean Payton sweepstakes, touches on the collapsing Giants and Jets, and gives his take on if the NFL would ever switch to a draft lottery system. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 150): NFL Week 11 Preview! Plus, Nik Wonders if Chargers HC Brandon Staley May be on the Hot Seat
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 11 matchups. He also takes a victory lap for picking the Colts to beat the Raiders, admits his preseason projection for the Titans was dead wrong, and takes a moment to celebrate the show making it to the 150 episode milestone. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 149): NFL Week 10 Preview and Midseason Recap! Plus, Why Brady’s Bucs Are Reminiscent of Manning’s “Last Ride” Broncos
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 10 matchups and gives out his midseason awards. He also touches on the Colts hiring of Jeff Saturday, wonders if Travis Etienne will become the NFL’s version of Ben Simmons, and breaks down the one of the most crowded races for Coach of the Year in recent memory. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 148): NFL Week 9 Preview! Plus, the Winners and Losers of the NFL’s Wild Trade Deadline
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 9 matchups. He also discusses the Green Bay Packers bold approach to the wide receiver position, gives kudos to the first-place Vikings, and tries to figure out how Brandin Cooks went from signing an extension to wanting out of Houston, in under a calendar year. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 147): NFL Week 8 Preview! Plus, Why the Timing of Matt Ryan’s Benching was Odd
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 8 matchups. He also talks about how the Packers offensive struggles aren’t overly shocking, dives into the Patriots QB nontroversy, and wonders if the Giants and Jets can somehow keep up their hot streaks. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 146): NFL Week 7 Preview! Plus, a Closer Look at the Giants and Jets Chances of Actually Contending
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 7 matchups. He also discusses the Buccaneers and Packers less than stellar start to the season, wonders if the Rams can bounce back and attempt to repeat, and is befuddled by second-year WR Elijah Moore’s trade request. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 145): NFL Week 6 Preview! Plus, the Weird Week that was for Ron Rivera and the Washington Commanders
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 6 matchups. He also touches on Matt Rhule’s forgettable tenure in Carolina, weighs in on the NFL’s safety protocols, and can’t help but rant about Aaron Boone and the Yankees. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 144): NFL Week 5 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Why Newly-Retired Blake Bortles was NOT a Bust
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 5 matchups. He also touches on Tom Brady’s comments on the NFL’s parity, wonders what’s going on with Justin Fields and the Bears offense, and can’t help but weigh in on the random LeSean McCoy-RGIII Twitter beef. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 143): NFL Week 4 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on the Dolphins Handling (or Mishandling) of Tua Tagovailoa’s Injury
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 4 matchups. He also gives his take on why the Bills loss to Miami isn’t cause for concern, wonders when this Raiders team will finally eke out a win, and can’t help but take a victory lap after the NFL’s decision to officially axe the Pro Bowl game. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 142): NFL Week 3 Preview! Plus, Nik’s Take on Tyrod Taylor Suing the Chargers Team Doctor
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 3 matchups. He also discusses the Ravens epic collapse against the Dolphins, touches on the Bills dominant first two weeks, and tries to avoid baiting himself into believing in the New York Giants. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 141): NFL Week 2 Preview! Plus, Why the Dak Prescott Injury May Prove Disastrous For the Cowboys
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 2 matchups. He also touches on the Giants and Seahawks upset wins, can’t help but give his take on Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh’s “keeping receipts” comment, and tries to calm the fanbases of contenders who had lackluster Week 1 showings. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 140): NFL Week 1 Preview! Plus, Nik Wonders if Lamar Jackson is Poised For An Aaron-Judge-like Season in His Contract Year
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into the NFL regular season’s Week 1 matchups. He also tries to explain away why he picked the Rams-Bills game incorrectly, touches on the recently uncovered “drama” surrounding Russell Wilson’s departure from Seattle, and gives Emmanuel Sanders his props on a solid NFL career. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 139): 2022 NFL Kickoff Special and Season Preview! Plus, Nik Gives Out His Preseason Awards Picks
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic breaks down the upcoming NFL kickoff matchup between the Rams and Bills, as well as gives his preseason pick to win the Super Bowl. He also discusses the 49ers odd decision to keep Jimmy Garoppolo, touches on why the Russell Wilson extension has its immediate pros and cons, and can’t help but put (at least) one foot on the Eagles bandwagon. Enjoy the show and join us next weekend for the following episode!
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Necessary Roughness Podcast (EP 138): 2022-2023 NFC Preview! Plus, Why the Carolina Panthers are a Sleeper Contender
In this episode of the Necessary Roughness Podcast, host Nikolas Donadic dives into his NFC Predictions for the upcoming year. He also gives his take on why tanking
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