4th and Short

It's back! The world's greatest award show ever! The Shorties have returned! This week, as we prepare for the Big Game on Sunday, we give you the nominees for all of these prestigious awards, the likes of which the world has not known. We're also given our thoughts on all the final coaching moves, Brian Flores' situation, and what the devil the Washington Football Team was thinking when they came...

We've finally made it. The Super Bowl matchup is set. And it's exactly who we prediction right? Rams and... BENGALS?!? We dive into both championship games and talk about the magic in Cincy, the legacy of Detroit, the ride coming to an end with Jimmy G, and how much longer the Chiefs actually have. Plus, we're talking coaching hires, coaching vacancies, and whether or not Adam Schefter should stil...

Was this the greatest weekend of football ever?!? Its debatable, of course, but that's what we do. So, debate with us how great that Bills vs. Chiefs game was, should Buffalo have squibbed the kick, and do we need new overtime rules? Plus, what's the best Super Bowl matchup from the teams that are left? Also, we debate where Aaron Rodgers will end up now that it appears his time in Green Bay is ov...

Playoffs? We’re talking about playoffs? Are you kidding me? Playoffs? You better believe it! The 2021 Playoffs are here and we talk about every game from Super Wildcard Weekend. Who’s to blame in the blowouts, who’s the favorite going forward, and what to do about the disaster that is Big D. Plus, as promised, the stirring eulogy to end the career of one, Benjamin Roethlisberger. Get your rapid NF...

The 2021 regular season is in the books and it couldn't have ended in a more fitting fashion. With what could be the worst regular season loss of all time(Colts), and the chance for an improbable story-book ending(Steelers), we're poised for a great postseason! And so we're talking PLAYOFFS! All our picks, plus a little reminiscing about how "smart" we were to start the season... And which of thes...

Happy New Year! In a time when so many of us are making New Year’s Resolutions and determining that life will be different, the NFL said, “Forget that!” Week 17 was just as crazy as the rest of the year so far! We’ll talk about the teams that clinched, the teams that are still fighting with one game left, and who might be scariest come playoffs. This shows packed with what’s really wrong with AB,...

We trust that everyone had a great holiday weekend! Our gift to you is a whole show of the Cheesehead of the South! Please keep listening after this… Week 16 is in the books and so is the season for several teams (you wonder why Jason isn’t on the show…) Dallas looks great on Sunday night and Washington needs a new name. Plus, how many teams will make it coming out of the AFC East? But really. Ple...

Its the holiday season! And almost every team in the NFL is still fighting for they're playoff hopes! Week 15 was all about finding out who is a contender and who is a pretender, who will be there when the dust settles, and who will be left out in the cold. We're comparing players to our favorite Christmas Movie characters, debating which movie is #1, and once again: "DING DONG! THE WITCH IS DEAD!...

In the case of the fans against the 4th and Short podcast, we are found guilty of having awesome takes! (In our own opinion…) Its Week 14 of the NFL season! And we still don’t have any clearer picture of who will be and who won’t be in the playoffs! What we do know is that there are a few teams who should be nervous (Bills and Ravens) and a few teams that probably should just look ahead to next ye...

We’re back after a week off for week 13 in the NFL and its a parade of no parody as all but 4 teams in the NFL are within 2 games of the playoffs! Who is separating themselves for the stretch run, who is only there by the standings, and who are we flipping coins for to see who shows up? Plus, a special 3rd and 3 where we declare, once and for all, who has the worst home jerseys in the league! Get...

It’s the Thanksgiving Week edition of the 4th and Short and the guys are going over everything from Week 11 in the NFL. Jonathan Taylor scores again and jumps into the MVP discussion, the Pats jump to the top of their division, and in this weeks Week 9 game, the Titans manage to lose to another bottom team. Plus, the biggest questions we need to ask each of our teams after disappointing performanc...

We all have that empty jar of mayo or expired jar of pickles that need to get thrown out… Its National Clean Out Your Fridge Day, so the guys are doing a little housekeeping for some NFL teams in 3rd and 3. We’re looking at NFL officiating closely, are the Patriots for real, and how bad is Baker. Plus: our dream Super Bowl matchup. Get your rapid NFL reaction here. You’re thinking it. We’re saying...

The NFL hits midseason in rare form. Week 9 brings upsets and underdogs reigning supreme. We explore all the craziness of the week including Josh Allen getting destroyed by Josh Allen, more backups getting it done, and how bad things are in KC right now and how bad they’ll be in GB next year. Midseason MVPs, current playoffs picture, and biggest surprises for the year. Plus, a spirited discussion...

We're back for Week 8 of the NFL Season in a special Trade Deadline Edition. Its the Week of the Backups as we wear out the "Who?" drop for all the names we had to learn. And with all the big news that dropped, the guys react to the news about King Henry, Von Miller, and Jameis in NO. Plus, trades we'd like to see, and who we wouldn't trade a bag of chips for. And what's more important: coffee or...

In this year’s spooky tale of Week 7 in the NFL, the guys look at the gruesome blowouts, the horrifying failures, and the disgusting controversies surrounding so many NFL teams. Your favorite Halloween candies meet their NFL team counterparts. And the main event: a knock-down drag-out over Lamar Jackson. Stay scary friends… Get your rapid NFL reaction here. You’re thinking it. We’re saying it. Ins...

Week 6 in the NFL brings blowouts, first wins, and more terrible officiating. The guys get into all the action from this week and discuss how far the Bengals can go, how far the Texans will fall, and how beastly Derrick Henry will be. Plus, get your tin foil hats ready and maybe even your witness protection application. We’re in for an NFL conspiracy theory deep-dive… You're thinking it. We're say...

After a crazy week of football in the NFL, the guys don't want to "miss" a thing... You'll get every game, including every missed kicked, game-winner, and double doink from Week 5. Plus: what's wrong with the Chiefs, what's right with the Bills, and how many times can we work in a short joke for Kyler Murray. And our Top 10 Power Rankings through week 5.  Get your rapid NFL fan reaction here....

Week 4. We still don't know what to think. But we tell you what we're thinking anyway! Which team is the best team in the NFL now? How high can Mac Jones fly? Who is the NFL's TD rushing leader? And in celebration of National and International Coffee Day, we compare NFL teams to our favorite and least known coffee drinks. Plus, the cycle begins again for Matt Nagy... Get your rapid NFL fan reactio...

It's a Kickers World. We're just living in it. Game winners. Record setters. And missed kicks galore. The guys get into all the action from Week 3 in the NFL including what's wrong in KC, are the surprising Broncos and Raiders for real, and who the best team in the NFC really is. What we know, what we think, and what we have no idea in 3rd and 3, and a little history quiz to finish things out. Plu...

Week 2 brings some leveling out in the NFL. The King is back on the throne for Tennessee, Dallas gets the win in SoCal, and Baltimore bounces back in a big way. The guys react to some surprising teams through two weeks like the Raiders and Panthers, plus you find out everything you need to know about where the Bills Mafia Table Jump came from. And if you're looking for synonyms for "drubbing", thi...

FOOTBALL IS BACK BABY!!!! The guys discuss the start of the NFL season on Overreaction Monday including: who's real and who's fake, what really happened with the stinky Cheese in Jacksonville, and should Brett Maher come back... You'll also hear all of our playoff predictions including our Super Bowl picks. And a special return for Hempdaddy12 in the mailbag! Get your rapid NFL fan reaction here....

Its the return of the Crimson Cowboy! Trent is back and better than ever as the guys recap the NFC off-season. Who is really going to challenge the Brady-led Buccaneers, does anything really matter in places like Philly and Detroit, and what team will come out on top of the tough West? Find out that Matt still can't pronounce these names, the opinions on the best filled pasta, and Trent gets in hi...

Contrary to popular belief, last episode was not our last!!! The guys are back and we're getting caught up on everything AFC! QB controversies, new additions, and the same-old-same-old out of Carson Wentz already. You'll hear everything from our opinions on the mafia in Buffalo, how to spell Jaguar, and way too many poop references. Its the same sultry sounds of dulcet tones that you've come to ex...

As a follow-up to our last episode, the guys break down the biggest moves and selections from the 2021 NFL draft including: who will have the best short-term and long-term success at the QB position, and how quickly we may see these rookies on the field. We also pay homage to the draft with our own NFL Mascot Battle Royale mock draft. And Matt manages to put the Rodgers rumors to bed all while cal...

SPECIAL EDITION EPISODE!!!! Actual football stuff is taking place this week and we're talking about it! We debate the biggest names of the draft and where they might land, will anyone move up to grab their guy, and what might be the biggest surprise of Thursday night.  Get your rapid NFL fan reaction here. You're thinking it. We're saying it. Instagram: @4thandshortpodcast Twitter: @_4thandsh...