Fountain City Sports Media: A Kansas City Chiefs Podcast

Wild Card Weekend Instant Reaction

WELL THAT ESCALATED QUICKLY

Wild Card weekend lived up to it's name with a bevy nail-biters that came down to the wire. While the Chief's rivals struggled against backup quarterbacks, Kansas City looks ahead to the Jacksonville Jaguars as they continue their quest for a fifth-straight AFC Championship Game appearance. Can the Chiefs declaw the Jaguars for a second time this season? Tune in and find out!

Episode highlights include:

•A breakdown of American Underdog (3:55)

•Is there an NFL commentator crisis? (18:46)

•Biggest shocks of Wild Card Weekend (30:53)

•Cold Snack Take Back: Eric Bienemy has what you want in a head coach (39:10)

•Bills vs Bengals predictions (45:29)

•This Week in Craft Beer: Rhys reviews "Dunkel Lager" from Capital Brewery (52:10)

•Tampa Bay blowout: What’s next for Tom Brady? (1:03:13)

•Chiefs vs Jaguars predictions (1:10:13)

Week 18 Kansas City Chiefs vs Las Vegas Raiders Instant Reaction

MAHOCEAN'S 11

The Kansas City Chiefs completed the season sweep of the AFC west with a commanding 31-13 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. An efficient offense was complemented by a dominant defense and a flawless showing from special teams as the Chiefs secured the number one seed in the conference along with a first round bye. Can the team ride this good fortune they found in Vegas, or will they face the harsh reality that the house always wins?

 

Episode highlights include:

•What makes a starting QB vs. Backup (2:39)
•FCSM subscribes to Minshew madness (4:30)
•Rhys gets a blender to start the New Year (6:30)
•Baby hour with Hot Take Mando (8:33)
•Stonks up for Toronado in SF (12:00)
•Social media and Patreon shoutout (14:13)
•Rhys gives the L to Mark Davis (16:10) 
•Ring around the rosie, pocket full of haters (22:30)
•Karadius Toney: sky is the limit/future Hall of Famer? (26:30)
•Is this the best Patrick Mahomes offense ever? (32:30)
•Jerick McKinnon is HIM (36:30)
•Chiefs young defense starting to shine (38:30)
•This Week in Craft Beer: A hullabaloo in Kalamazoo (50:20), and Rhys reviews Leinenkugel's "Toasted Bock" (53:23)
•Chiefs get the bye in the playoffs (1:10:06)
•AFC Wild Card Round predictions (1:18:16)

Week 17 Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos Instant Reaction

15 FOR 15

Patrick Mahomes remains undefeated against the Denver Broncos as the Kansas City Chiefs notch their 15th straight win against their division rivals. It was another less than stellar outing filled with mistakes and miscues, but in the end the Chiefs found a way as they are wont to do. Will Lady Luck follow the Chiefs to Las Vegas and into the playoffs, or will their tab come due?

 

Episode highlights include:

•Catching up after the holidays (0:00)

•Exciting Christmas gifts (6:50)

•Shameless pitch to Montucky Cold Snacks(10:55)

•Prayers for Damar Hamlin(15:03)

•Special teams officially a crisis (28:00)

•Are the Chiefs sputtering, or playing it close to their chest? (31:57)

•Joshua Williams’ growing pains, George Karlaftis growing up (36:56)

•Catching up with the receiving core (40:50)

•COLD SNACK TAKE BACK: Armando takes back what he said about doubting GM Brett Veach(46:57)

•This Week in Craft Beer: Colorado Springs an blossoming oasis for craft beer (49:11), and Rhys reviews “Two Women Helles” from New Glarus Brewing Company (55:56)

•MVPat and Las Vegas Raiders predictions (1:08:33)

Week 15 Kansas City Chiefs vs Houston Texans Instant Reaction

IN IT DEEP IN THE HEART OF TEXAS

The Kansas City Chiefs scrapped their way to a 30-24 victory over the Houston Texans. A day with a near perfect Patrick Mahomes was met by continued defensive struggles and an officiating crew determined to find infractions. Three games left until the playoffs-can the Chiefs figure it out?

Episode highlights include: 

•The defense continues to struggle (2:50)

•The Cheff-files(4:13)

•Are the Chiefs Super Bowl contenders? (13:00)

•Chiefs vs Seahawks previews (16:41)

•Harrison Butker concerns (21:00)

Week 14 Kansas City Chiefs vs Denver Broncos Instant Reaction

BRONCOS COUNTRY: JUST...WHY...

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Denver Broncos 34-28 in a game where nothing could go wrong...until everything did. Patrick Mahomes remains undefeated against Denver as the Chiefs extend their winning streak vs the Broncos to 14 games. However, a series of hall of fame reel plays were mired by turnovers, sloppy play, and the defense's continued inability to stop anybody, including the league's worst offense. The playoffs are just around the corner, but is this team ready?

 

Episode highlights include:
•Where the 12oz at? (0:35)
•Rhys trying not to get the fantasy loser punishment (3:00)
•Rhys thinks Superbowl dreams may be over due to the defense (9:46)
•Cornerback failure (14:45)
•Teams are never out of a game against a Spags defense (19:20)
•Did Chiefs give Nathaniel Hackett’s career life? (26:28)
•Chiefs D-Line shines (28:50)
•Can Chiefs beat anyone in the playoffs? (30:00)
•This Week in Craft Beer: Our holiday beer series continues as Hot Take Mando reviews Odell’s Isolation Ale (36:00)
•Hot Take Mando’s Millennial crisis (51:00)
•Pat has the best/worst game of his life (54:00)
•Pat or Jalen Hurts for MVP? (1:00:50 
•PacheGOAT (1:04:00)
•Chiefs/Texans predictions (1:05:00)

Week 13 Kansas City Chiefs vs Cincinnati Bengals Instant Reaction

THEY'RE GRRRRRRATING!

For a 3rd time this calendar year, the Kansas City Chiefs once again fell by 3 points to the Cincinnati Bengals. After three excruciating contests, trends are becoming patterns, ultimately transitioning the question of "how" to the answer why. However one question still remains: Is there anything the Chiefs can do to stop it?

Episode highlights include:

•Rhys explains why the Bengals have our number (1:00)

•No defense pressure, all the problems (3:44)

•Bengals proving to be a bad matchup for the Chiefs (5:26)

•Rhys talks panic meter on Bengals (11:00)

•Is Spags on the hot seat? (13:54)

•Why cant we beat the Bengals and the Bills (14:55)

•Chiefs defense getting in the way of Patrick Mahomes’ legacy (15:50)

•Justin Reid words backfire (18:30)

•Chiefs DLine couldn’t get the job done (20:30)

•Could Patrick Mahomes become the next Aaron Rodgers? (23:50)

•This week in craft beer: 27:40 Rhys give us a music theory lesson 
and reviews Shiner Holiday Cheer (33:09)

•Isaiah PacheGOAT is HIM (48:25)

•Pat was still about to STONK with not a lot of help (51:47)

•Are the Bengals our kryptonite like we are to the LA Chargers? (54:07)

•Chiefs outlook for the rest of the year (56:03)

•Is it still Super Bowl or bust? (58:00)

Week 12 Kansas City Chiefs vs Los Angeles Rams Instant Reaction

SHOULD HAVE NEVER GONE TO HOLLYWOOD

The Kansas City Chiefs complete the 3-0 series sweep of Los Angeles with a 26-10 win over the Rams. It was slow burning sloppy slog with miscues on offense, continued mistakes on special teams, and an UDFA quarterback being fed to the sharks. As the Chiefs turn their attention to the home stretch of their schedule, can they tighten up the screws and secure the top seed in the AFC? Tune in and find out!

 

Episode Highlights Include:

•Rhys seriously injured (0:41)

•Fountain Fantasy update (8:38)

•Reactions to Team USA vs Iran (11:52)

•Will the NFL move to protected draft picks? (18:15)

•The Chiefs' offense looking out of sync (22:40)

•The Rams' patchwork offense (27:02)

•Chiefs' special teams continue to struggle (33:07)

•This Week in Craft Beer: One Kansas City beer legend passes the torch to another (39:28), and put out the milk and cookies-Rhys kicks of the Christmas beer review season with "Christmas Ale" from Breckenridge Brewery (42:41)

•Two young Chiefs stand out on defense (55:06)

•Has Chris Jones surpassed Aaron Donald? (1:02:31)

•Chiefs/Bengals preview: can our secondary hang with the Bengal's weapons? (1:05:17)

•Are the Bengals paper tigers? (1:12:30)

•Chiefs/Bengals score predictions (1:16:52)

Week 11 Kansas City Chiefs vs Los Angeles Chargers Instant Reaction

YOUNG GUNS: A SPAGS-GHETTI WESTERN

The Kansas City Chiefs complete the sweep of the Los Angeles Chargers in a thrilling 30-27 win. Riddled with injuries and lead by a cast of young talent, Patrick Mahomes continues to strengthen his case for a second MVP award while Travis Kelce continues to reach new heights. With a healthy 3-game lead in the division the sky's the limit for these Chiefs. Tune in now for a jam packed episode featuring plenty to be thankful for.

 

Episode highlights include:

•A friendly trip to Jefferson’s (1:10)

•USA vs Wales World Cup match recap (7:19)

•Fountain City Thanksgiving traditions (17:38)

•Isiah Pacheco runs over the LA Chargers (24:41)

•Is Travis Kelce the GOAT? (33:19)

•This Week in Craft Beer: The top craft beers to complete a Buffalo Thanksgiving (45:43), and Rhys reviews “Pumpkin Pie Treat” from Prairie Artisan Ales (51:04)

•Skyy Moore’s big game: is he here to stay? (1:05:12)

•How good is Justin Herbert actually? (1:12:41)

•How concerned should we be about Steve Spagnuolo and our 3rd down defense? (1:19:04)

•Chiefs/Rams predictions (1:23:56)

Week 10 Kansas City Chiefs vs Jacksonville Jaguars Instant Reaction

TONEY THE TIGER > JACKSON DE VILLE

In a game that felt in control from the surprise opening onside kick, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 27-17. As the battle for the AFC heats up, the defense bore down and new faces across the team continue to elevate their game. Are the Chiefs beginning to hit their stride, or are they peaking too early? Find out on a jam packed episode!

Episode highlights include:

•Rhys shares his Chiefs tickets story (0:33)
•Rhys and Armando discover the matrimony of domestic beer and sports (3:30)
•The search for Montucky (9:00)
•Rhys’ fantasy team not so hot (11:30)
•Social media shoutout (19:50)
•Rhys live at GEHA! (21:44)

•FCSM discusses the resurgence of Trent McDuffie (30:00
•This Week in Craft Beer: Does beer help you to forget AND remember?(40:18) Armando reviews "NZ State of Mind" from Casey Brewing and Blending (43:40)
•Juju Smith-Schuster medical update (54:05)
•Kadarius Tyreek Toney (1:02:09)
•PacheGOAT szn (1:09:25
•Patrick Mahomes MVP to lose (1:17:35)
•Do Tua or Tyreek deserve an MVP nod? (1:24:10)
•Chiefs Chargers preview (1:29:30)

 

Week 9 Kansas City Chiefs vs Tennessee Titans Instant Reaction

TITAN-IC: MY HEART WILL THROW ON

Patrick Mahomes puts the team on his back and throws 68 times en route to a 20-17 victory over the Tennessee Titans. Consistent shortcomings are beginning to form into habits as the offensive line and run game continue to be ineffective. Will the Chiefs be able to figure things out and hang onto a narrow division lead? Tune in and find out!

Episode highlights include:

 

•Hot Take Mando’s had a baby! (3:44)

•Fountain Fantasy: A trade leaves Armando is HEATED (7:45)

•Hot Take Mom-do joins the chat! (24:02)

•The Chiefs’ running game is a disaster (29:00)

•Travis Kelce and Juju Smith-Schuster step up (44:20)

•This Week in Craft Beer: Celebration Ale returns to the shelves (49:19) and Rhys reviews “Berry Patch Fandango” from Toppling Goliath (55:08)

•The Chiefs secondary coming into form (1:05:33)

•Double trouble: it’s time to panic about the offensive tackles (1:11:18)

•Mike Vrabel and the Titans go low (1:14:44)

•Chiefs vs Jaguars predictions (1:23:23)