NFL Contenders or Pretenders? First-Quarter Awards | Know the Game Ep. 5

Who’s a real NFL contender—and who’s getting too much credit? At the first-quarter checkpoint, there’s enough film to start separating substance from hype. In Episode 5 of Know the Game, I break down the contenders, the pretenders, and the players who deserve early-season recognition. Facts. Film. Context. Eye Test. IN THIS EPISODE: 🏈 Contenders, pretenders, and overrated teams 🏆 First-quarter awards: MVP, offensive and defensive standouts, rookies, and Coach of the Year 🎥 Lions Film Room: breaking down the touchdown, protection, and defensive reaction 🔥 Quick Takes Around the League, including Jayden Daniels, Lamar Jackson, and Derrick Henry 🧠 SHO ME WHAT YOU KNOW football trivia Which team are people overrating—and which team deserves more respect? Drop one of each in the comments. Tell me which award pick you disagree with, too. Subscribe to Know the Game for NFL analysis, film breakdowns, and football conversations that go beyond the box score. #NFL #NFLAnalysis #KnowTheGame