# Kirk Cousins and Grant Paulsen - Special Guests [Friends From Football]

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Podcast: [Friends From Work: An Unofficial Marvel Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/friends-from-work-an-unofficial-marvel-podcast-667192)
Published: 2026-02-20T10:00:54+00:00
Episode link: http://theffwpodcast.com
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## Resource

What goes on in the head of an NFL quarterback trying to call a play? Are double stuffed Oreos underrated or overrated? Should Grand Cayman one of the top vacation destinations in the world? Boy, do we have a treat for you. In today's episode, we take a short detour from our Marvel / film coverage to bring you over 45 minutes with two of the coolest sports personalities in the country. Kirk Cousins, current quarterback of the Atlanta Falcons and Grant Paulsen of DC radio fame, both join Kyle to talk ball and life. 00:00 - Intro 03:10 - Super Bowl Week 08:37 - Pure Progression vs. Coverage 17:24 - The Play Clock 20:32 - Simplicity vs. Complexity 30:23 - Coaches Salary 32:20 - Overrated / Underrated 52:50 - This or That? Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/friends-from-work-an-unofficial-marvel-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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