Logan Gordon Andy McNamara interview on Chargers struggles

The Logan Gordon Andy McNamara interview on MILLIONS turned to why the Los Angeles Chargers have struggled under Mike McDaniel, how their injuries are affecting Justin Herbert, and what Gordon made of the Dallas Cowboys’ loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Gordon, who works on QR Calgary Flames radio, also discussed fantasy football decisions, several upcoming NFL matchups and his choice of drink for Last Call.

What did Logan Gordon say about the Chicago Bears and Colston Loveland?

Logan Gordon expected Colston Loveland to give fantasy managers more than he has shown so far. He thought the Chicago Bears’ investment in the tight end, combined with the possibility that Caleb Williams would use him as a reliable short-range option, made Loveland a promising pick; instead, Gordon said he had become difficult to start.

Andy McNamara raised Loveland after describing an offseason trade he had expected to work in his favor. Gordon said he had wanted Loveland in multiple leagues but had repeatedly been priced out. He drafted Tyler Warren shares instead, expecting a similar level of production.

What surprised Gordon was the lack of involvement. He noted that the Bears had used different tight ends in previous years and that a young quarterback could benefit from an outlet while working with newer receivers. Those conditions had made Loveland’s opportunity look appealing to him, but the fantasy production had not followed.

What did Logan Gordon say about the Atlanta Falcons vs Baltimore Ravens matchup?

Logan Gordon saw uncertainty on both sides of the Atlanta Falcons–Baltimore Ravens matchup. With Lamar Jackson out and Tyler Huntley replacing him, Gordon preferred Baltimore’s rushing options to its receivers in fantasy, but he was not ready to dismiss Huntley or trust Atlanta to play consistently from one week to the next.

Baltimore’s fantasy options without Lamar Jackson

Gordon agreed with McNamara’s concern about starting Ravens receivers without Jackson, particularly because Jackson’s running creates space for the passing game. He favored giving Derrick Henry the ball and said Huntley’s own ability to run could make him a fringe second-quarterback option in fantasy.

Atlanta’s defense and Kevin Stefanski

On the Falcons, Gordon pushed back on calling the defense elite after its game against the Saints. He described the group as improving under Kevin Stefanski and said Stefanski’s familiarity with Baltimore could help against a backup quarterback.

That did not make Atlanta an easy pick for him. Gordon said the Falcons could look formidable with Bijan and their other offensive weapons, then disappoint the following week. He was surprised by the size of Atlanta’s favored line and considered the possibility of Baltimore covering.

Why does Logan Gordon think the Chargers are struggling?

Logan Gordon traced the Chargers’ problems to an offense that did not get enough preseason work in Mike McDaniel’s system, followed by injuries that made it harder to catch up. He also thought Justin Herbert looked uncomfortable, the team lacked a consistent deep threat, and a crowded backfield offered little clarity for fantasy managers.

Preseason preparation and injuries

Gordon said Jim Harbaugh’s comments after the opening loss to Arizona were a warning sign: Harbaugh had questioned whether the starters played enough in the preseason. To Gordon, that mattered especially with McDaniel arriving as offensive coordinator and introducing new concepts. The starters already appeared out of place, he said, before injuries forced other players into roles without the same first-team practice time.

McNamara brought up the absences of Quentin Johnston, offensive tackle Joe Alt and safety Derwin James. Gordon also pointed to time missed by Alt and Rashawn Slater, the team’s two tackles, as a major obstacle for the offense.

Justin Herbert’s fit with Mike McDaniel

Gordon said Herbert had played better under other coaches and questioned how long the Chargers should continue with McDaniel if the fit did not improve. He thought Harbaugh would receive more time than some previous Chargers coaches, but saw no reason to ignore an offensive partnership that, in his view, was not working.

He identified Ladd McConkey as the most dependable weapon, while arguing that defenses could concentrate on McConkey’s shorter routes without fearing someone would consistently stretch the field. Gordon also said the three-man running back mix was unattractive for fantasy. Asked about the team’s overall state, he put it bluntly:

it's beyond a disaster

Why did Logan Gordon support Kirk Cousins starting for the Raiders?

Logan Gordon supported the Raiders’ decision to start Kirk Cousins rather than immediately put their young quarterback into a difficult situation. He said Cousins’ start gave the younger player time to watch and develop, reflecting Gordon’s broader objection to asking rookie quarterbacks to fix teams that have just earned a top draft pick.

Although Gordon is a Chargers fan, he called the Raiders’ approach the right move. He wanted the young quarterback to be able to prepare on the sideline rather than take responsibility for solving the team’s problems at once.

Gordon connected that view to what he had seen with Sam Darnold and other quarterbacks placed on struggling teams early in their careers. His point was about the situation around a rookie, not simply whether the rookie was talented enough to play.

What did Logan Gordon say about the Dallas Cowboys’ loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?

Logan Gordon thought the Cowboys approached their loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as though their reputation would be enough to win. He criticized their preparation, said George Pickens’ improvement came too late, and rejected the idea that playing at home made Dallas intimidating to opponents.

McNamara raised the Thursday night loss as a particularly startling result against a Buccaneers team he considered desperate. Gordon’s reaction focused less on a single play than on the attitude he believed Dallas brought into the game. He thought the Cowboys had expected to overwhelm Tampa Bay without showing they were ready to do it.

Gordon said Pickens eventually contributed, but that it did not undo the team’s poor start. He also argued that changes to the Dallas defense had not earned the Cowboys the benefit of the doubt. In his view, neither the stadium nor the franchise name gave them a reason to expect an easy game, and he said he would not trust them in the playoffs.

Why did Logan Gordon favor the Cleveland Browns against the New York Jets?

Logan Gordon liked Cleveland’s chances against the New York Jets and expected a low-scoring game. He said the Browns had put together an offense he considered competent, while their defense had an opportunity to make an impact against a Jets attack that did not appear especially threatening to him.

McNamara favored the Browns to win and the total to go under; Gordon broadly agreed. He associated the forecast conditions with an ugly game and said the Jets badly needed a spark. He was unconvinced that New York’s offense could provide one against Cleveland.

Gordon also noted that Cleveland was accustomed to playing in difficult weather. That experience was part of his case for the Browns, alongside his confidence in their defense. His prediction remained an opinion about the matchup, not a claim that either team had already settled it.

What did Logan Gordon choose to drink on Last Call?

Logan Gordon chose a 7-Eleven Slurpee for Last Call rather than Andy McNamara’s Triple Bogey Brewing grape transfusion. Speaking from Calgary on a fall afternoon, Gordon described mixing familiar soda flavors with whichever unusual option was available, while also saying he had tried the Triple Bogey drink before.

Gordon’s Slurpee mix

His usual combination starts with Coke and cream soda. Gordon said he might add Mountain Dew or another flavor without knowing exactly how the finished mix will taste. The choice was a casual one for the afternoon rather than a drink he had planned around the show.

Triple Bogey Brewing’s transfusion

McNamara chose the Triple Bogey Brewing transfusion, which he described as containing vodka, ginger ale and grape juice. Gordon said he had tried it and associated it with the golf course. The two ended the conversation with different drinks but agreed that the transfusion suited an October afternoon.