The Brewball Podcast

An NFL Week to be Unthankful For, A Lack of Good Football Teams, Early Draft Quarterback Rankings, and Week 13 Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following Week 12 of the season. They start the show by discussing a Thanksgiving weekend full of terrible football games. Topics include discussing this NFL season’s lack of above average football teams, a surprisingly competitive AFC South, and an early look at the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft quarterback class.  They wrap up the show with game picks for Week 13 (59:44). 

Guests: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Barrel Theory Brewing Black Lotus Milk Stout

What Was Learned From Chiefs-Eagles Rematch?, Burrow’s Injury, Staley’s Scorching Hot Coaching Seat, and Week 12 NFL Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following Week 11 of the season. They start the show by discussing the Super Bowl LVII rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs and determine what was learned about both teams from that game. The guys also discuss the end of Joe Burrrow’s season and how his wrist injury reduces the quality of the rest of the AFC, Brandon Staley’s increasingly hot coaching seat and other potential future coaching openings, and the New York Jets finally making a change at quarterback. They wrap up their segment with game picks for Week 12 (49:25). 

Guest: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Oliphant Brewing Bourbon Barrel-Aged Super Squishy

Buffalo Falling Out of Playoff Picture, The Oddity of the AFC North’s Success, Lions Claim for Top of NFC, and Week 11 NFL Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following Week 10 of the season. They start the show discussing the fall of the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen as a top tier quarterback. The guys also spend time discussing the wild AFC North, the Houston Texans swapping places with the Cincinnati Bengals, and the Detroit Lions making claim for the top seed in the NFC. They wrap up their segment with game picks for Week 11 (41:03). 

Guest: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Moose Lake Brewing Buzzed Beekeeper Nut Brown Ale

Doubts About Dolphins, Stroud and Best Rookie QB Seasons, Dobbs’ Comeback Vikings Debut, and Week 10 NFL Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following Week Nine of the season. They start the show discussing the Miami Dolphins loss to the Kansas City Chiefs and whether the Dolphins have proven they are a top team. Next, the guys discuss various topics including the state of the Dallas Cowboys, the best teams in the AFC after Kansas City, a historic game by C.J. Stroud, and Joshua Dobbs’ impressive short notice debut for the Minnesota Vikings. They wrap up their segment with game picks for Week 10 (46:39). 

Guest: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Bad Habit Brewing Pau Hana Tropical Milkshake IPA

NFL True or False, Raiders Tear It Down, NFL Week Nine Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following week eight of the season. They start the show discussing the Las Vegas several firings, including that of head coach Josh McDaniels. Next, the guys play a game of “True or False: NFL Edition” and give opinions on some of the biggest storylines in the league, including Cincinnati’s recent success, San Francisco’s slide, and Kirk Cousins’ future. They wrap up their segment with game picks for week nine (45:26). 

Guest: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Parish Brewing Co. Drive Thru: Purple 9000

Cousins Goes Primetime on Niners, Chiefs and Eagles Statement Wins, NFL Week Eight Game Picks with David Smith; 2023-24 NBA Season Preview and Predictions with Drew Charles

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith as they discuss the NFL storylines following week seven of the season. They discuss Kirk Cousins’ outstanding Monday Night Football performance, impressive wins by Kansas City and Philadelphia, and the Detroit Lions meeting their maker. They wrap up their segment with game picks for week eight (46:40). In the next segment of the show, Drew Charles joins to discuss the 2023-24 NBA Season (01:17:46). Topics include the big offseason moves of Milwaukee and Boston, the Lakers’ depth, award winner and playoff team predictions, and both Corey and Drew’s NBA Finals prediction.

Guest: David Smith, Drew Charles

Episode Brew: Fair State Brewing The Key to Happiness

Top Five Current Super Bowl Contenders, New Lease on Life for NY Jets, NFL Week Seven Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson; UFC 294 Preview and Circus Boxing Matches with Mario Flores

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following week six of the season. They cover the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers’ losses, leaving no remaining unbeaten teams in the NFL. The guys then give their top five current Super Bowl contenders as the season stands right now. Other topics include a New York Jets playoff path, the state of the Los Angeles Chargers, and writing off another team’s playoff hopes. After a break, the guys then make their week seven game picks (42:41). In the next segment of the show, Mario “Duffle” Flores joins to talk combat sports (01:10:41). Corey and “Duffle” discuss and make predictions for this weekend’s UFC 294 card, while also covering boxing’s latest high profile exhibition “fights” featuring Logan Paul, Francis Ngannou, and Tyson Fury.

Guest: David Smith, Jonathon Swanson, and Mario Flores

Episode Brew: Surly Lemonade Ale

49ers or the Field?, Mac Jones’ Very Bad Day, The Best Losing Team, Week Six Game Picks With David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following week five.  The guys open the show by discussing the San Francisco 49ers dominant victory over the Dallas Cowboys, deciding whether they would select the Niners or the rest of the NFL field to most likely win the Super Bowl at this early point of the season. They also spend time talking about a rough day in a rough season for Mac Jones and the New England Patriots. Other topics include Jordan Love’s recent interception filled game against Vegas, the Vikings falling to 1-4 and losing Justin Jefferson, and who are the best looking below .500 teams. The guys wrap up the show by selecting their winners for each of the week six games (54:22).

Guests: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Oliphant Brewing Spooky Squishy 

Hope for Wilson and Jets, Hopelessness for Jones and Giants, Best Teams in AFC, Week Five Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the most recent week in the NFL. The guys spend time talking about the current state of football in New York with both the Jets and Giants experiencing losing seasons. They also spend time discussing who stands out at the top of an even looking AFC. The guys wrap up the show with their weekly NFL game picks, choosing the winner of each NFL game for week five (46:36).

 

Guests: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

 

Episode Brew: Luce Line Informed Nonsense Sour

Dolphins’ Electric Offense Puts Pedal Down on Denver, A “Stop with the Build Around Kirk Cousins Talk” Vent Session from Three Vikings Fans, Week Four Game Picks with David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Corey Kuefler is joined by David Smith and Jonathon Swanson as they discuss the NFL storylines following week three and leading into week four. First, the guys discuss the Miami Dolphins and their dominating 70-20 win over the Denver Broncos before talking about other happenings to this point in the NFL season. Corey, David, and Jonathon are also fed up with construction of the Minnesota Vikings roster and vent about the constant argument other Vikings fans are making that the team should continue to build around Kirk Cousins (19:03). The guys wrap up the show with game picks and discussion for week four (56:38).

Guests: David Smith and Jonathon Swanson

Episode Brew: Fulton Brewing Cherry Sour