NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin

NFL Cover Zero with Matt Jones and Drew Franklin

This is NFL Cover Zero, hosted by radio personalities Matt Jones and Drew Franklin (Kentucky Sports Radio). Matt and Drew are longtime friends who love football and are having fun while talking about the storylines on and off the field. It's NFL Cover Zero, football talk for the rest of us.

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March 18, 2026 24 mins

Drew Franklin and Billy look at NFL Free Agency and the changes we've seen so far.  The Bucs lose Mike Evans to the 49ers Kyler Murray is headed to the Vikings, will there be a QB competition in the Minnesota?  Travis Kelce is headed back to the Chiefs.  What does the future hold for Maxx Crosby? Plus, Drew is enthused by the changes with the Titans

Revisiting the Super Bowl and San Fran, Chargers ...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are back in Kentucky and watched the Seahawks become Super Bowl Champions!  Matt notes the rough night had by Will Campbell, but just how good are the Seahawks?  Matt looks ahead to next season and how Seatte's schedule will play out? Drew was impressed by the showing from Seahawks fans in San Francisco.  

It was a tough. night for Drake Maye and most of the Patriots.  Matt wond...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin give their thoughts on their time on Radio Row.  What happens in the Super Bowl with the Patriots and Seahawks? 49ers RB Christian McCaffery talks about the Bay Area and playing for the 49ersJets OT Harrison Phillips drops by to talk about the Special Olympics and the offseason turn around happening for the Jets.  Packers WR Christian Watson talks about what it's like playing against M...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin continue their stay on Radio Row for Day 2! Matt ranks the Top 5 people he's seen wandering around.  Fmr Super Bowl MVP Shaun Alexander talks about seeing his former team back in the big game.  'Bussin' with the Boys' drops by with Will Compton and Taylor Lewan to discuss the Seahawks/Patriots matchup and how they think the game plays out.  QB Joe Milton compares his college fans/crowds c...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin being their Super Bowl Week on Radio Row!  UK legend and Fmr NFL WR Stevie Johnson drops by unexpectedly before 2x Super Bowl Champ Terrell Davis talks about playing in this game! Why does he think clothes and food are a waste of money?  Mike Golic Sr. remembers his radio days with Matt and looks at the Seahawks/Patriots matchup! 

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin look at the Conference Championship matchups that gave us a Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl. Jarrett Stidham had a tough day, but should the Broncos have taken first half points before weather came?  

Matt talks about the exciting matchup between the Rams and Seahawks.  Did Sam Darnold finally silence his critics? Drew notes the coaching matchup that delivered.  What are your first thou...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are preparing for the AFC and NFC Championship games!  Matt wants to know more about Jarrett Stidham because he wants to root for the Broncos over the Patriots.  Looking at the news, how do you feel about the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott?  Matt sees three coaching moves where the teams may not improve next season.   

Mike McDaniel and Eric Bienemy have both been hired as ...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin open with the Bears falling to the Rams.  As a Bears fan, Matt feels like the team was playing ahead of schedule.  Are the Rams an even bigger Super Bowl favorite now?  The Bills may have missed out on their best chance to win a championship.  How will the Broncos fare without Bo Nix?  Matt explains why he thinks Denver still has a chance!

Will Josh Allen ever win a Super Bowl?&...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive in with the Giants closing in on John Harbaugh as their next head coach.  How do you think he fits with the Giants and improves the team?  Mike Tomlin steps down from the Steelers and Matt explains what the team should be looking for next.  Drew reveals who he would or wouldn't like to see the Titans hire as their next head coach.  

Who are the names swirling around as the ...

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January 12, 2026 56 mins

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin were amazed at the games from Wild Card Weekend.  As a Bears fan, Matt walks through the biggest moments.  What changes are we going to see from the Packers?  Matt feels like this is the start of a long run for Chicago.

The Panthers held their own and Matthew Stafford played like an MVP QBJosh Allen led the Bills over the Jaguars.  What do you see in the Jags future?  Th...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin note the coaching changes that have already happened after the regular season came to a close.  What are the best jobs now available?  Matt explains which moves he thinks were warranted and which look like a mistake.  Drew reveals what he would like to see the Titans do moving forward.

Is one team a clear favorite for any head coach looking for a job? Matt gives his thoughts on Nick Siria...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin end the NFL regular season with an incredible ending of Ravens/Steelers.  How many mistakes were made before both kickers missed?  The Texans beat the Colts, but Matt was hoping for more Philip RiversCam Little kicks a 67 yard field goal in the Jaguars win. Myles Garrett breaks the sack record in the Browns win over the Bengals.

Was this the last game for Travis Kelce with the Ch...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin jump into Week 17 with the Bears just falling short against the 49ersWeek 18 will have a big impact on playoff scenarios and Matt is wondering how many NFC are legit contenders.  The Eagles 2nd half stats and lack of offense has Drew doubting them in the playoffs. Which QB are you going to trust in the playoffs?  Matt highlights teams that have disappointed down the stretch.

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin start off with another thrilling victory from the Bears to clinch a playoffs spot.  Has Caleb Williams answered all the questions about him this season? The Jaguars get past the Broncos, are they a contender? Matt explains how he's been practicing calling games in preparation for the New Orleans Bowl

Matt recaps the wild ending to Steelers-Lions and another winning season for Mike ...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin add Drew to the list of NFL injuries from this week. What is the future of Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs?  Matt is now a believer in Bo Nix as a top QB that's capable of winning of Super Bowl.  The Steelers top the Dolphins, but the real story is Tua's future in Miami.  

Joe Burrow will start the remaining 3 games despite the Bengals being eliminated from the playoffs. Saturday...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin dive into Week 15 with the Bills comeback victory over the Patriots. What does the AFC and NFC Playoff picture look like now? The Chiefs are eliminated from the postseason, but what is the future of the franchise with the injury of Patrick Mahomes?

Philip Rivers kept the Colts close against the Seahawks.  The Ravens get past the Bengals in the cold.  Trevor Lawrence has a career day again...

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December 11, 2025 57 mins

Matt Jones and Drew Franklin explore a baby being on the way for Drew and his adventures of picking a name and pregnancy cravings.  Onto the NFL, the Chiefs dynasty run in the AFC West is over.  Matt is amazed at the prospect of Philip Rivers coming back to play for the Colts.   

Who figured out Jordan Love plays well during a car promotion?  Matt relives his recent car buying experience.  After the Ea...

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December 8, 2025 67 mins

Drew Franklin and Billy are at the helm as Week 14 featured some matchups in the snow!  The Bills were out in the cold but seemt to be hitting their stride. Did we just see Aaron Rodgers best game with the Steelers?  The Titans put together a win over the Browns.   

The Giants were on a bye this week, so watching Jameis Winston as a game analyst was entertaining. The Colts have lost 4 of 5 and Daniel Jones injur...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin are still buzzing over an amazing few days of Thanksgiving NFL and Week 13!  Which teams do Matt no longer consider a contender?  Drew is looking for a strong finish from the Bengals.  The Cowboys and Chiefs delivered a classic and leave you wondering about the future of both franchises. The Lions have lost 2 of 3 while the Packers are coming together. 

The Bears win makes Matt think...

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Matt Jones and Drew Franklin discuss their traditions for Thanksgiving and football.  The Cowboys and Lions make this year's games fantastic.  The Panthers streak of winning the toss and winning the game comes to an end against the 49ers.   Joe Burrow returns for the Bengals, but Matt isn't sure if it's the right decision.  How have the new kickoff rules helped Titans WR Chimere Dike lead the league in all ...

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