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Keefer and the Beats: Jake Browning gives the Bengals hope; are the Lions in trouble; and inside Zach Wilson's wild week with the Jets from 2023-12-12T06:00

In the Week 14 edition of Keefer and the Beats, Zak Keefer digs into the Bengals' resurgence under Jake Browning at QB with Paul Dehner, Jr., the Lions' late-season skid with Colton Pouncy and the...

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Week 14 Recap: Cowboys get their big win, Bills beat Chiefs, Lions and Texans disappoint, and more from 2023-12-11T07:00

The Cowboys? They're in first place in the NFC East. The 49ers? They now lead the entire conference. The Bills? They're right back in this thing. And the Wild Card races? Well, the Wild Card races ...

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Football GM: Changes looming in Pittsburgh, a rough week hits Buffalo, and a look at the ownership level from 2023-12-09T06:00

Mike and Randy take a look at a few things around the league starting with what needs to change in Pittsburgh......some of the things going on and off the field in Buffalo......and thoughts on the ...

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Week 14 Preview: Eagles-Cowboys battle for first, Bills-Chiefs need the wins, Ravens-Rams and more from 2023-12-08T01:21

The Dallas Cowboys host the Philadelphia Eagles with a ton on the line in the NFC. Plus, the Bills-Chiefs doesn't quite have the luster it once did, but why? The Rams offense looks to stay hot agai...

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In The Pocket: Dak Prescott vs. Brock Purdy for MVP, Jake Browning's heroics, and more from 2023-12-07T08:00

What would you have said if you found out in August that Dak Prescott vs. Brock Purdy for MVP would be a major talking point in the first week of December? That's exactly where we are, and where Ro...

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Prospects to Pros: Heisman finalists and the P2P maibag from 2023-12-06T08:00

With the regular season behind us, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into the mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. Plus, the guys discuss this year's Heisman fina...

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Keefer and the Beats: One of the worst losses of the Mike Tomlin era in Pittsburgh? What's gone wrong in Buffalo, and can the Bills save their season? And a look at the first-place Falcons from 2023-12-05T06:00

In Week 13 of Keefer and the Beats, Zak Keefer digs into the flawed Pittsburgh Steelers with Mike DeFabo, the disappointing season and the Sean McDermott, Ken Dorsey and Josh Allen conversation in ...

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Week 13 Recap: Niners crush Eagles, Packers knock off Chiefs, Wild Card races heat up, and more from 2023-12-04T07:10

The 49ers looked like the class of the league in their dismantling of the Eagles in Week 13. The Packers, meanwhile, wrapped up the day with a huge win over the Chiefs. Robert Mays and Nate Tice ar...

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Football GM: A unique TNF match up, 2024 QB draft class and Week 13 predictions from 2023-12-02T05:22

Mike and Randy start their discussion with Week 13 odd and unique TNF match up, Then the guys take a look at some of the quarterbacks that will be a part of the NFL 2024 draft class. From there the...

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Week 13 Preview: 49ers-Eagles and the top of the NFC, sizing up the NFC Wild Card race, diagnosing issues on the Lions defense, and more from 2023-12-01T03:10

The 49ers and Eagles meet on Sunday for the first time since last year's NFC Championship Game, and that provides us a chance to check in on the hierarchy of the conference. Beyond the top of the N...

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In The Pocket: Jordan Love's play, Russell Wilson's mini-turnaround, Andy Dalton's role in Bryce Young's growth, and more from 2023-11-30T08:00

Do the Packers have another decade-long starter on their hands? Jordan Love has certainly looked the part the last few weeks, and that's where Robert Mays and Chase Daniel begin on this episode of ...

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Prospects to Pros: Mock Draft Madness and Championship Week check-in from 2023-11-29T16:00

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler have both released mock drafts recently. Let's talk about 'em! That's what the guys do on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. Then, the guys c...

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Keefer and the Beats: Frank Reich is out, the Eagles are very in, the Chargers remain flawed, and the Colts are surprise playoff contenders from 2023-11-28T08:00

On the Week 12 edition of Keefer and the Beats, Zak Keefer discusses the Frank Reich firing in Carolina with Joe Person, the Eagles' dramatic win over the Bills with Brooks Kubena, the Chargers' in...

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Week 12 Recap: Eagles beat Bills in OT thriller, Jaguars outlast Texans, the wild AFC Wild Card race, and more from 2023-11-27T08:05

The Eagles and Bills gave us an instant classic in Week 12, with both teams ending up with familiar results: the Eagles with a win, and the Bills with a bewildering, frustrating loss. That's where ...

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Week 12 Preview: Jaguars-Texans, Bills-Eagles, digging deep on the Dolphins, Patriots-Giants Tankathon Watch, and more from 2023-11-23T08:00

Allow The Athletic Football Show to be your favorite appetizer, side dish, main course or dessert this Thanksgiving. On this Week 12 preview episode, Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the huge Jag...

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In The Pocket: Justin Fields' return, Dak Prescott at his best, the full picture of 2023 Patrick Mahomes, and playing on Thanksgiving from 2023-11-22T20:00

On this Thanksgiving week edition of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss Justin Fields' excellent play in his return, Dak Prescott having potentially hi...

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Prospects to Pros: Best players to watch on Rivalry Weekend from 2023-11-22T08:00

Dane Brugler and Nate Tice return to talk all things NFL Draft as the college football season nears an end, but first...RIVALRY WEEKEND. Dane and Nate tell you which players have NFL potential for ...

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Keefer and the Beats: The Broncos' climb, the Bears looming QB dilemma, and the Cardinals' Kyler question from 2023-11-21T06:00

From 1-5 to 5-5? The misconceptions of Russell Wilson and Sean Payton, and how they've turned things around in Denver, with Broncos beat writer Nick Kosmider; the questions facing the Bears, starti...

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Week 11 Recap: Bills get back on track, Browns score a huge win, NFC's best takes care of business, and more from 2023-11-20T06:44

The big news of Week 11 took place toward the bottom of the AFC playoff picture, where the Bills and Browns picked up huge wins. That's where Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the Week 11 recap episo...

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Football GM: Costly injury on TNF, Deshaun Watson out for the season, and the Bills in disarray from 2023-11-18T06:00

In this Week 11 edition of the Football GM Mike and Randy pondered the questions of....could this be it for the Bengals postseason hopes....does the air go out for the Browns after losing Watson fo...

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Week 11 Preview: Eagles-Chiefs rematch, desperation in Buffalo, the Jaguars' continued offensive missteps, and more from 2023-11-17T02:52

The last time we saw the Eagles and Chiefs share a football field, they gave us a Super Bowl for the ages. Their matchup on Monday might not have quite the same stakes, but it is the highlight of W...

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In The Pocket: Comparing CJ Stroud&Bryce Young + was the Bills firing warranted? from 2023-11-16T08:00

Chase Daniel returns for this version of In The Pocket to shed some light on the Ken Dorsey firing in Buffalo. Was it warranted? Plus, does the Panthers offense have a chance to turn things around ...

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Prospects to Pros: Jayden Daniels rises, and a check-in on the 2024 WR, TE and RB classes from 2023-11-15T08:00

Jayden Daniels is putting together an incredible season for LSU, and it just might have his draft stock on the rise. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into Daniels' play on this episode of The Athleti...

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Keefer and the Beats: The Browns get a big win, The 49ers end their slump, and the Packers amass more questions from 2023-11-14T06:00

In this Week 10 edition of Keefer and the Beats, Zak discusses the uniqueness of what Week 10 presented with The Athletic NFL beat writers Zac Jackson (Browns), Matt Scheidman (Packers) and Matt Ba...

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Week 10 Recap: Texans stun Bengals, Browns beat Ravens, Lions-Chargers fireworks, jam-packed AFC playoff race, and more from 2023-11-13T07:00

Who had the best win in Week 10...the Texans, Browns or Lions? There may not be a definitive answer, and that's part of what made this such a great Sunday in the NFL. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are ...

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Football GM: Struggles in TNF, likely MVP candidates and Week 10 predictions from 2023-11-11T08:00

In this episode of the Football GM, Mike and Randy go over the struggles from the Panthers and Bears in TNF and Frank Reich's ability to take less and do more. Then the conversation shifts to a dis...

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Week 10 Preview: Midseason Awards, 49ers-Jaguars, Browns-Ravens, and more from 2023-11-10T03:35

We are at the halfway point of the NFL regular season, which makes this a perfect time to hand out some hardware. Robert Mays and Nate Tice award winners at midseason on this episode of The Athleti...

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In The Pocket: Will Levis takes over, Joe Burrow is back, how teams are using tempo, and more from 2023-11-09T08:00

Every football fan knows that Joe Burrow is great. But do we all know why he's great? Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pock...

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Prospects to Pros: Top rookies at the halfway mark of the NFL season, and this weekend's biggest college games from 2023-11-08T08:00

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler shift their attention—mostly—to the NFL side of the equation on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. The guys highlight the play of the top roo...

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Keefer (but this week, Robert) and the Beats: The Commanders choose a path, the Giants lose their QB, and the Vikings have a new folk hero from 2023-11-07T11:00

Zak Keefer spent the week in Germany for Chiefs-Dolphins, so Robert Mays takes his chair on this week's episode of Keefer and the Beats. Robert is joined by The Athletic NFL beat writers Ben Standi...

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Week 9 Recap: Bengals knock off Bills, Eagles outlast Cowboys, Chiefs hold off Dolphins, Ravens crush Seahawks, C.J. Stroud dazzles, and more from 2023-11-06T06:35

We started the week talking about four big games. It's only appropriate that we end it recapping those four games. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into Bills-Bengals, Cowboys-Eagles, Chiefs-Dolphins ...

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Football GM: TNF QB recap, Raiders make changes and trade deadline reactions from 2023-11-04T08:00

Mike and Randy look back on quarterback play in TNF, along with their thoughts on the Raiders dismissal of HC Josh McDaniels and GM Dan Ziegler. Then the guys discuss their trade deadline reactions...

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Week 9 Preview: Dolphins-Chiefs, Seahawks-Ravens, Cowboys-Eagles and Bills-Bengals, oh my! from 2023-11-03T02:10

Week 9 features the best quartet of games of any week thus far this season. On paper, at least. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive deep into Dolphins-Chiefs, Seahawks-Ravens, Cowboys-Eagles and Bills-B...

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Raiders fire HC Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler from 2023-11-01T19:40

The NFL world woke up on Wednesday to the surprise news that Raiders owner Mark Davis relieved head coach Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler of their duties. The Athletic Raiders beat writer Tashan...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler's Updated 2024 NFL Draft Big Board...a new No. 1, Marvin Harrison Jr. at No. 2, seven QBs in the top 50, and more from 2023-11-01T14:00

The first in-season update of Dane Brugler's 2024 NFL Draft Big Board comes with a new No. 1 overall...North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye. Dane explains why he moved Maye up, and Caleb Williams ...

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Keefer and the Beats: Seahawks add depth, Cowboys taking shape and Chiefs unexpected loss from 2023-10-31T08:00

In this week's edition of Keefer and the Beats, Zak dives into three potential playoff teams with The Athletic NFL beat writers Michael-Shawn Dugar (Seahawks), Jon Machota (Cowboys), and Nate Taylo...

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Week 8 Recap: Chiefs and Niners go down, the Bengals are back, and the league is wide open from 2023-10-30T06:30

We're through eight weeks of the 2023 NFL regular season, and we just might have our most wide open year in recent memory. The Chiefs and 49ers lost on Sunday. The Bills and Cowboys recently suffer...

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Football GM: Bills win on TNF, Lamar Jackson at his best, and the looming NFL trade deadline from 2023-10-28T05:00

The Bills presented a different type of personnel in TNF…Lamar Jackson is back at an MVP level…Trade discussions begin to heat up around the league…Mike and Randy dive into all of this and share th...

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Week 8 Preview: Offensive struggles across the league, Bengals-Niners, Chiefs defense taking off, and more from 2023-10-27T02:15

We're approaching the halfway point of the NFL regular season, and at least one thing is clear...offense is down. Why might that be? Robert Mays and Nate Tice explore on this episode of The Athleti...

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In The Pocket: Lamar Jackson enters the MVP race, Kirk Cousins balls out, and the trade deadline effect in NFL locker rooms from 2023-10-26T07:00

Any list of top quarterback performance to date this season has to include what Lamar Jackson and Kirk Cousins did in Week 7. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel break down those performances on this epis...

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Prospects to Pros: Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and the rest of the QB landscape at the halfway point of the season from 2023-10-25T07:00

We're just about halfway through the college football season, which makes this a great time to check in on the quarterback landscape. That's exactly what Nate Tice and Dane Brugler do on this episo...

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Keefer and the Beats: The Bills get upset, the Ravens make a statement, and the Panthers make a change from 2023-10-24T08:00

Are injuries on the defensive side of the ball going to upend the Bills? Are the Ravens an inner-circle Super Bowl contender? And what's coming for the Panthers after the change in playcallers? The...

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Week 7 Recap: Ravens crush Lions, Eagles take care of Dolphins, worries in Buffalo, and more from 2023-10-23T06:00

The Ravens? Yeah, that was nice. The Bills? Yeesh. And how about the Eagles' performance in their big win over the Dolphins? Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap all the Week 7 highlights across the lea...

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Football GM: A dicey TNF, play calling duties in Carolina and a look at personnel in the NFL from 2023-10-21T11:00

Interesting takeaways from TNF. Concerning issues in Philly. A look at the Chiefs receiving core. WR Julio Jones finds a need home with the Eagles. Frank Reich handling over play calling duties. Mi...

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Week 7 Preview: Dolphins-Eagles clash, Lions-Ravens on the undercard, Serious or Unserious?, and more from 2023-10-20T02:40

We've been waiting all day for Sunday night? Yeah, that applies this week, when the Dolphins and Eagles get together for a matchup that we could plausibly see again in Las Vegas in the middle of Fe...

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In The Pocket: Anthony Richardson's rookie season cut short, quarterbacks playing through injuries, and what really happens during a bye week? from 2023-10-19T07:00

This week provides us an opportunity to take a step back and look at some bigger picture questions at the quarterback position. Like, what really happens during bye weeks? Is there any meaningful e...

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Prospects to Pros: Surveying the OL landscape with Brandon Thorn; Plus, looking back at Oregon-Washington and ahead to Penn State-Ohio State from 2023-10-18T07:00

Do you root for a team that's going to be looking for an offensive lineman or three in the 2024 NFL Draft? Well then this episode of Prospects to Pros is for you. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler welcome...

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Keefer and the Beats: The Lions rise, the Rams rebound, and the Raiders confound from 2023-10-17T07:00

Any list of best teams in the NFL this season has to include the Detroit Lions. Any list of 3-3 teams, meanwhile, has to include the Rams and Raiders. The list of guests on this week's Keefer and t...

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Week 6 Recap: Niners and Eagles lose, Bengals grind out another win, NFC South disappointment, and more from 2023-10-16T06:00

The unbeatens are no more in the NFL. The 49ers and Eagles, the last remaining undefeated teams in the league in 2023, both lost on what was probably the strangest Sunday of the season to date. Rob...

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Football GM: Sean Payton's headscratchers, the Lions' ascendance, the 49ers' dominance, and more from 2023-10-14T07:00

Sean Payton has dished out more than his fair share of criticism since taking the Broncos job. Seems like he deserves some himself, too. Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss that on this episode of...

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Week 6 Preview: NFL hierarchy reset—49ers, Chiefs, and then...?; Plus, Matchups of the Week, the Vikings' future, and more from 2023-10-13T01:30

Roughly one-third of the NFL regular season will be behind us after this week. So where do things stand across the league? Robert Mays and Nate Tice embark on an NFL hierarchy reset on this episode...

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In The Pocket: Trevor Lawrence shines in win over Bills, Jordan Love struggles in loss to Raiders, the Patriots disaster, and gameplanning vs. playcalling from 2023-10-12T07:00

Trevor Lawrence showed in Week 5 how and why he can be special. Jordan Love, meanwhile, struggled in a way that is giving rise to consternation in Green Bay. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into t...

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Prospects to Pros: Oregon-Washington, USC-Notre Dame highlight prospect watching in Week 7 from 2023-10-11T07:00

Oregon-Washington and USC-Notre Dame aren't just two of the best games on the schedule this weekend...they're also two of the best games if you're watching college football with an eye on the 2024 ...

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Keefer and the Beats: Hot seats, stumbles and a late steal from 2023-10-10T09:00

On this week's Keefer and the Beats, Zak dives into three franchises that are all at something of a crossroads: the Patriots with Chad Graff, the Vikings with Alec Lewis, and the Steelers with Mark...

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Week 5 Recap: 49ers crush Cowboys, Lions and Dolphins keep rolling, Bengals wake up, Ravens disappoint, and more from 2023-10-09T06:15

There's only one appropriate question to ask after what we all watched on Sunday night...are the 49ers the best team in the league? Robert Mays and Nate Tice tackle that on this episode of The Athl...

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Football GM: Trades, first wins and quarterbacks from 2023-10-07T07:00

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the Chase Claypool trade to Miami. Remembering Dick Butkus. Bears first win of the season. Magic Johnson comments on the Commanders loss. Is this a must win for...

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In The Pocket: Baker's resurgence, Josh Dobbs' potentially career-altering season, spotting a well-coached defense, and more from 2023-10-05T07:00

One month into the season, did you expect to be talking about Baker Mayfield and Josh Dobbs? Yeah, us too. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into those two quarterbacks, the mess and Pittsburgh, and...

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Prospects to Pros: Checking in on NFL rookies after one month in the league from 2023-10-04T07:00

The NFL Draft class of 2023 has now played one month's worth of pro games? What are the earliest of early returns? Nate Tice and Dane Brugler discuss C.J. Stroud, Puka Nacua, Jalen Carter and all t...

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Keefer and the Beats: Big picture in Tennessee, drama in Chicago, and a complete team in San Francisco from 2023-10-03T05:00

Is this the last dance for Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry? It has been a month for the Bears. And the 49ers seem to have a complete team in all three phases of the game. Zak Keefer is joined by b...

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Week 4 Recap: Bills over Dolphins, Ravens take control of AFC North, Patriots and Saints disappoint, and more from 2023-10-02T05:45

The Bills scored the biggest win of Week 4, knocking off the Dolphins to take early control of the AFC East. The Ravens, meanwhile, might already have control of a division many thought would be th...

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Football GM: TNF recap, good start for C.J. Stroud, and the Jets leadership from 2023-09-30T08:17

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller recap the Lions Thursday night win over the Packers along with their thoughts on each team. A look at C.J. Stroud's start to the season. What the guys see in the Jets l...

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Week 4 Preview: Dolphins-Bills, Ravens-Browns, 0-3 teams Would You Rather?, picks and more from 2023-09-29T00:15

We've got a couple of doozies on the Week 4 slate. Where might the showdown between the Dolphins and Bills be decided? How will the Ravens offense and Browns defense go after one another? Robert Ma...

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In the Pocket: Brock Purdy's production, Justin Hebert's performance, Kirk Cousins set to hit free agency this spring from 2023-09-28T07:00

In this edition of In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss the impressive day from CJ Stroud against the Jaguars. What Brock Purdy's production means in the 49ers offseason. One heck of...

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Prospects to Pros: Notre Dame-OSU takeaways, Pac-12 QBs lighting it up, fun Week 5 matchups, and more from 2023-09-27T07:00

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler look back at Week 4 and ahead to Week 5 in college football on this episode of Prospects to Pros. They break down the performances of draft prospects in last weekend's No...

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Keefer and the Beats: Peeling back the curtain in Week 3 from 2023-09-26T05:00

Is this a must win year for the Chargers? Could the Browns defense be the best in football? With their best player on the sideline, the Colts are 2-1. Zak Keefer is joined by Chargers beat writer D...

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Week 3 recap: Dolphins explode for 70 points, Cowboys and Jaguars fall flat, Myles Garrett goes off, and more from 2023-09-25T06:19

Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Week 3 across the NFL. They discuss the Dolphins going off for 70 points, disappointing games from the Cowboys and Jaguars, a great defensive effort from the Lions, ...

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Football GM: The good, bad and ugly from 2023-09-23T07:00

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the good things and bad things they've seen from teams. Have the 49ers found their franchise QB? A terrible injury to end Week 2. The plan for Justin Fields in ...

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Week 3 Preview: The mess in Chicago, Falcons-Lions, Packers offense vs. Saints defense, 0-2 Desperation Index, and more from 2023-09-22T00:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview Week 3 in the NFL on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the mess in Chicago and issues for the Jaguars and Browns offenses. They break do...

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In The Pocket: Justin Fields' struggles, Tua Tagovailoa's ascent, Sam Howell's flashes, and more from 2023-09-21T07:00

On the Week 2 edition of In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig deep into Justin Fields' struggles, trying to find a path forward for the Bears' quarterback. They also heap praise on Tua T...

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Prospects to Pros, Mailbag Edition: Michael Penix Jr.'s place in the QB3 discussion, Keon Coleman the WR2?, top position groups in the '24 class, and more from 2023-09-20T07:00

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler open up the mailbag on this episode of Prospects to Pros. The guys discuss Michael Penix Jr. (and J.J. McCarthy) in the context of the QB3 race, consider how close Keon C...

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Keefer and the Beats: It was a wild Week 2 from 2023-09-19T07:00

In this Week 2 recap Zac Keefer is joined by Jets beat writer Zack Rosenblatt, Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner and Giants beat writer Dan Duggan. It's a discussion of comeback wins, QB franchise in...

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Week 2 Recap: Cowboys smash Jets, Bengals fall to 0-2, Puka Nacua! and more from 2023-09-18T06:30

Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Week 2 in the NFL on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Are the Cowboys the best team in the league? Who's standing out in the NFC's second tier? Which team...

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Football GM: Week 2 preview, a season without Aaron Rodgers and more from 2023-09-16T05:00

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the start to Week 2. A look at the rookie quarterbacks in Week 2. The news about QB Aaron Rodgers forcing the NY Jets to go with QB Zach Wilson. And what will t...

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Week 2 Preview: Ravens-Bengals, Chiefs-Jaguars, rethinking preseason takes, 'Are You Buying This?' and more from 2023-09-15T00:15

Robert Mays and Nate Tice get you ready for Week 2 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys consider the Week 1 struggles of some of the league's elite teams, look ahead to Ravens-Be...

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In the Pocket: Josh Allen's disastrous night, Jordan Love's big day, Anthony Richardson's debut, and more from 2023-09-14T07:00

On the first in-season episode of In the Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss Josh Allen's struggles against the Jets, the pairing of Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur and Anthony Richardson's N...

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Prospects to Pros: QB3 candidates, Caleb Williams check-in, rookie standouts, and more from 2023-09-13T07:00

We just put a bow on Week 2 of the college football season, and we've already got our first bit on Prospects to Pros: Who's the QB3? Nate Tice and Dane Brugler discuss a few candidates on this epis...

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Keefer and the Beats: A Week 1 focus on new quarterback and coach pairings from 2023-09-12T07:00

In the first edition of Keefer and the Beats, national NFL writer Zak Keefer welcomes Falcons beat writer Josh Kendall, Packers beat writer Matt Scheidman and Broncos beat writer Nick Kosimider to ...

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Week 1 Recap: Dolphins-Chargers fireworks, 49ers roll over the Steelers, Browns dominate the Bengals, and more from 2023-09-11T05:45

Your favorite Sunday night ritual is back. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to recap Week 1 of the NFL season. The guys dig into the Dolphins-Chargers showstopper, the 49ers' drubbing of the Stee...

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Football GM: Lions-Chiefs thoughts, Joe Burrow's contract, future power rankings, Week 1 picks, and more from 2023-09-09T07:00

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller take you into the weekend with the Week 1 edition of The Football GM. The guys discuss the Lions' 21-20 win over the Chiefs, Chris Jones' ongoing holdout, and Joe Burro...

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Week 1 Grabbag: Games of the Week, Matchups of the Week, Tice's Touts, and more from 2023-09-07T22:45

Week 1 has arrived! What better way to celebrate than with Robert Mays and Nate Tice breaking down the biggest games the coming weekend has to offer. The guys dig into Bills-Jets, Bengals-Browns an...

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2023 NFL Season Predictions: Super Bowl Champ, Division Winners, Award Winners, and more from 2023-09-07T07:00

The 2023 NFL season is here! Robert Mays and Nate Tice celebrate by making their full slate of predictions for the season ahead. The guys pick division champs and wild card teams, name award winner...

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Prospects to Pros: Shedeur Sanders&QB3 race, Rookie of the Year picks&more from 2023-09-06T07:00

How good is Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders as a prospect? And what about Travis Hunter? Dane Brugler and Nate Tice cover these and other standouts from a busy week 1 in college football, check in on t...

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Best Teams Draft&We Wouldn't Be Surprised If... from 2023-09-04T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice put some skin in the game as they draft who they think will end up with the best records at the end of the 2023 regular season. Whoever has the most wins, is our winner! A...

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NFC East Preview from 2023-09-01T07:00

Time for our final division preview of the year, as we dig into the NFC East, the defending Conference Champion Eagles, the Mike McCarthy-led Cowboys offense, Sam Howell taking over in Washington, ...

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Football GM: Trey Lance trade, Jonathan Taylor, Hard Knocks, Bailey Zappe&more from 2023-08-31T07:00

Time for a GM's take on Jerry Jones' logic in acquiring Trey Lance, what's going on with Jonathan Taylor in Indianapolis, the Pats cutting Bailey Zappe, the latest shenanigans on HBO's Hard Knocks ...

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Prospects to Pros: NFC rookies&second-year players to watch from 2023-08-30T07:00

Dane Brugler and Nate Tice bring you their rookies to watch in the NFC, including Jahmyr Gibbs, Jalin Hyatt and more, plus second-year guys who might be interesting in 2023, like Desmond Ridder in ...

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NFC North Preview from 2023-08-29T07:00

Time to dive into one of our favorite divisions on TAFS, the NFC North, as we dissect what's going on in Green Bay with Jordan Love and the Packers, what the ceiling is for the Vikings, the develop...

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Biggest QB Questions of 2023 from 2023-08-28T07:00

Chase Daniel officially joins The Athletic and TAFS for your weekly deep dive on all things quarterback with one of the most experienced veteran QBs the NFL has seen. To kick off the show, Robert a...

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TAFS Goes Camping, Vol. 5: Vikings, Packers and Bears from 2023-08-26T07:00

Robert Mays travels to Vikings camp to get the Minnesota perspective from The Athletic's Alec Lewis, then catches up with Packers reporter Matt Schneidman at Packers camp, and rounds out the journe...

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AFC West Preview from 2023-08-25T07:00

Robert and Nate are back with their division preview series, this time tackling the loaded AFC West, featuring your defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs and the show-favorite Chargers. Plus can Sea...

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Football GM: Trey Lance questions, Sam Howell, Vikings, Packers, Dolphins and more from 2023-08-24T07:00

Mike and Randy are back with a GM's take on the Trey Lance situation in San Francisco, Sam Howell showing up for Washington, plus the GM's Notebook is full of preseason winners, Vikings talk, Packe...

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Prospects to Pros: Rookies and second-year players to watch in the AFC from 2023-08-23T07:00

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler turn their attention to players already in the NFL this week. The guys highlight rookies they can't wait to watch and second-year players with something to prove in the A...

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AFC North Preview from 2023-08-22T07:00

The last time Robert Mays and Nate Tice were on the mics for a division preview, they posited that the division in question—the AFC East—could be the league's best. The same question comes up when ...

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TAFS Goes Camping, Vol. 4: Eagles, Jets and Bills from 2023-08-19T07:00

Robert Mays' training camp travels took him back out east over the previous week, and landed him with three teams all harboring Super Bowl aspirations this season. In Volume 4 of TAFS Goes Camping,...

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AFC East Preview from 2023-08-18T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice wrap up the week with a preview of the AFC East. Can the Bills finally break through? Is Aaron Rodgers just what the Jets needed? What's the Dolphins' counterpunch? Can Bi...

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Football GM: Rookie QB debuts, Dalvin Cook the Jet, Hard Knocks, Hall of Fame&more from 2023-08-17T07:00

The GM and Mike are back to review the rookie QB preseason debuts, weigh-in on Dalvin Cook the Jet, the latest Hard Knocks episode, coaching candidates for the Hall of Fame and more on The Football...

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Prospects to Pros: Marvin Harrison Jr., Brock Bowers and the other top non-QBs in the 2024 NFL draft class from 2023-08-16T07:00

Last week, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler kicked off the 2023-24 football season by taking a look at the top quarterbacks in the draft class, headlined by Caleb Williams and Drake Maye. This week, they...

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NFC South Preview from 2023-08-15T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice jump over to the NFC South for the latest installment of our division preview series. Can the Saints make one more real run at the division? Is this the year for the Falco...

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NFC West Preview from 2023-08-14T07:00

Our division preview series moves over to the NFC West. Can the great alchemist Kyle Shanahan do it again? Were the 2022 Seahawks for real? Can the Rams rebound? And what qualifies as success for t...

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TAFS Goes Camping, Vol. 3: Colts, Bengals and Lions from 2023-08-12T07:00

In Volume 3 of TAFS Goes Camping, Robert Mays visits with Colts beat writer James Boyd, Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner Jr. and Lions beat writer Colton Pouncy. Follow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollo...

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AFC South Preview from 2023-08-11T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off The Athletic Football Show's division preview series with the AFC South. Are the Jaguars ready to take the next step and become true contenders in the conference?...

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Football GM: Hard Knocks Jets, Johnny Manziel, Dalvin Cook, Zack Martin&more camp notes from 2023-08-10T07:00

Mike Sando is on the road covering training camps, and he and the GM Randy Mueller have both watched the Hard Knocks premiere. What are their takeaways? And what about a GM's take on the Johnny Man...

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Prospects to Pros: 2024 QB class early look, Caleb Williams, Drake Maye&more from 2023-08-09T07:00

Prospects to Pros returns with your go-to show for all things NFL Draft, from now until Mr. Irrelevant is called in 2024. Nate Tice joins the show as host this year as he and Dane Brugler kick thin...

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Predicting the top-10 defenses for the 2023 NFL season from 2023-08-07T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice wrapped up last week by predicting the coming season's top-10 offenses. They start this week by flipping to the other side of the ball to predict the top-10 defenses on th...

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TAFS Goes Camping, Vol. 2: Falcons, Panthers and Jaguars from 2023-08-05T07:00

Training camp rolls on, as does Robert Mays' travels around the country. In Volume 2 of TAFS Goes Camping, Robert visits with Falcons beat writer Josh Kendall, Panthers beat writer Joe Person and J...

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Predicting the top-10 offenses of 2023 from 2023-08-04T07:00

If Robert Mays and Nate Tice are right, this is going to be a great year to watch offenses in the NFL. The guys had more trouble than ever whittling their predicted lists of the league's top-10 off...

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Football GM: Why Herbert is Tier 1, Payton vs. Rodgers, Irsay vs. Taylor&more camp topics from 2023-08-03T06:00

Mike Sando and the GM Randy Mueller bring you some more intel inside QB Tiers 2023, why Justin Herbert was ranked so high, Russell Wilson being ranked so low and more before digging into Sean Payto...

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The 12 guys who can swing the 2023 NFL season from 2023-08-02T07:00

Any reasonable NFL observer saw a wide range of realistic outcomes for Jalen Hurts one year ago at this time. Hurts ended up playing like an MVP, and the Eagles nearly won the Super Bowl. Who could...

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2023 Quarterback Tiers with Mike Sando from 2023-08-01T07:00

It's one of our favorite episodes of The Athletic Football Show every year. From Patrick Mahomes to Gardner Minshew, Robert Mays and Mike Sando walk through how the league's power brokers view the ...

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A conversation with Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans, and a check-in from Dolphins camp with Marcel Louis-Jacques from 2023-07-31T07:00

Robert Mays has flipped coasts since the last episode of The Athletic Football Show, but the work of training camp doesn't take a break. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert chats ...

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TAFS Goes Camping, Vol. 1: Rams, Chargers and Cowboys from 2023-07-29T07:00

Robert Mays is spending training camp on the road, visiting with as many teams as he can before the season begins. Every Saturday, we'll bring to you discussions with The Athletic beat writers that...

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'Is this anything?' Workshopping our half-baked takes for the 2023 NFL season with David Helman from 2023-07-28T07:00

Speculation is a big part of the fun of following the NFL, especially during training camp. That's the spirit of today's episode of The Athletic Football Show, where Robert Mays and David Helman of...

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Football GM: Justin Herbert deal, Cowboys, Bryce Young, Bears&more camp moves from 2023-07-27T06:00

From Justin Herbert's huge new deal, to another move made by Jerry Jones, teams that we might need to pump the breaks on and more, Mike Sando and Randy Mueller dive into these NFL training camp top...

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Who has the most at stake in the 2023 NFL season? from 2023-07-26T07:00

Every NFL season means different things to different people. Who will look back at 2023 as an inflection point in their respective careers? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones from The Ringer tab the coa...

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Biggest questions heading into training camp, with Courtney Cronin from 2023-07-24T07:00

By the end of this week, all 32 teams will be in camp. In other words, the NFL season is here. What are our biggest questions at the start of camp? Robert Mays and Courtney Cronin from ESPN lay the...

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Coaching candidates to watch in 2023 with Conor Orr from 2023-07-21T06:00

Conor Orr returns to The Athletic Football Show to bring you his list of the best up-and-coming coaching prospects before the season kicks off. Plus, he and Robert dig into some real solutions for ...

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The state of NFL analytics: It's more than going for it on 4th down from 2023-07-20T07:00

Analytics departments across the NFL have moved way beyond, "So, should we go for it on fourth down this time?" But where exactly are they, and where are they headed? Robert Mays and Sam Schwartzst...

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The secret sauce of QB development, with Tom Gormely, Will Hewlett and Bruce Feldman from 2023-07-19T07:00

Josh Allen becoming a perennial MVP candidate? Jalen Hurts leading his team to the Super Bowl? Those weren't exactly foregone conclusions when they entered the league. Quarterback development looks...

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Monday Mailbag: Models for offensive progress, building a running back room, elite position coaches, and more; Plus, DeAndre Hopkins signs with the Titans from 2023-07-17T07:00

Mitchell Schwartz sits in for Nate Tice on this mailbag edition of The Athletic Football Show. He and Robert Mays tackle questions on models for offensive progress, best builds for a running back r...

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The Playcallers Ep. 1: The kids are all right from 2023-07-10T05:36

Welcome to The Playcallers - a five-part podcast series that explores the innovation, competition and sometimes even self-destruction inside the N.F.L.’s youngest coaching family. In Episode 1, hos...

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The Playcallers Ep. 2: When football breaks from 2023-07-10T05:22

Once candidates for the same head coaching jobs, Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay's dynamic gets complicated as they turn into NFC rivals in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Host Jourdan Rodrigue goes in...

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The Playcallers Ep. 3: You are not me from 2023-07-10T05:15

How far can Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay go to evolve their own offenses? Each coach hires a defensive coordinator who is their perfect schematic opposite. In San Francisco, Shanahan and Robert Sal...

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The Playcallers Ep. 4: Blood can blind from 2023-07-10T05:06

Sean McVay becomes the first coach from this coaching family to win the Super Bowl, but it costs him more personally than he could have realized. Before McVay gets to the championship, he has to ex...

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The Playcallers Ep. 5: To resist it is useless from 2023-07-10T05:00

A look at the modern NFL shows that variants of this offensive system - and even the defensive systems it pulled into its innovation loop - are everywhere. What happens when it becomes too saturate...

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Ten players who will help you win your fantasy league, with Josh Norris and Hayden Winks from 2023-07-07T07:00

Midsummer is the time of swimming pools, cookouts, vacations...and fantasy football prep! Robert Mays welcomes Josh Norris and Hayden Winks from Underdog Fantasy to this episode of The Athletic Foo...

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Best fits for the top-10 remaining NFL free agents, with JP Acosta from 2023-07-06T07:00

Training camp is right around the corner, and there are more than a few intriguing free agents available. What are the best fits for DeAndre Hopkins, Dalvin Cook, Jadeveon Clowney, and the other fr...

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The real cost of restructuring contracts in the NFL, and other big salary cap questions with Brad Spielberger of PFF from 2023-07-05T07:00

Everyone knows that the Eagles and Saints are masters of the salary cap. But what does that really mean? What's the practical cost of all that alchemy? Brad Spielberger, salary cap analyst for Pro ...

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Mailbag Monday: Travis Kelce's contract value, best teams to not win the Super Bowl, too old to wear a jersey?...and more from 2023-07-03T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice sneak in one more mailbag before the holiday. The guys discuss Travis Kelce's contract value, best teams to come up short of winning a Super Bowl, when you're too old to w...

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Lessons learned from the NFL's best defenses of 2022 from 2023-06-30T07:00

What lessons can we take from last season's best defenses and apply to this season? Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to answer that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show....

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Lessons learned from the NFL's best offenses of 2022 from 2023-06-28T07:00

What lessons can we take from last season's best offenses and apply to this season? Robert Mays and Nate Tice are joined by Ben Solak of The Ringer to answer that question on this episode of The At...

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Monday Mailbag: Mike McCarthy vs. Sean Payton, best divisions in 2023, favorite condiments, and more from 2023-06-26T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice go digging into the TAFS mailbag once again to kick off the week. The guys tackle questions on the differences between Mike McCarthy and Sean Payton, the best divisions in...

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How many star players do teams need to win the Super Bowl? from 2023-06-23T07:00

Super Bowl Championships are often won at the top of the roster. But how many blue-chip players does a team need to win it all? How many very good players can stand in for one elite player? Robert ...

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What success for 2023's first-year regimes looks like; Introducing The Playcallers, The Athletic's upcoming podcast series, with Jourdan Rodrigue from 2023-06-21T07:00

There are five new regimes across the NFL this season—Jonathan Gannon in Arizona, Shane Steichen in Indianapolis, DeMeco Ryans in Houston, Sean Payton in Denver, and Frank Reich in Carolina. Each o...

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Monday Mailbag: Winning without star power, the worst team Patrick Mahomes could take to the Super Bowl, love for Nick Chubb and more from 2023-06-19T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice open up the TAFS mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, covering questions on how far a team can go without a true star, the worst team Patrick Mahomes cou...

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Which teams are actually trying to win the Super Bowl? from 2023-06-16T20:30

The fundamental goal for an NFL team is obvious: win the Super Bowl. But just as obvious is the fact that not every team is a realistic contender. For some teams, taking necessary steps along the p...

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Football GM: Stefon Diggs situation, Stan Kroenke’s championships, Broncos sign Frank Clark&more from 2023-06-15T07:05

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller begin the show by discussing the Stefon Diggs situation in Buffalo. Then, they talk about Stan Kroenke’s multiple championships across several sports and what it takes ...

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Canton Court is in session from 2023-06-14T07:00

Inner-circle Hall of Famers are easy to identify. Some guys who have yet to get a call from Canton, however, just need an advocate. They need someone to evaluate their entire career and make their ...

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Monday Mailbag: The Bengals' Tee Higgins decision, benefits of not traveling your corners, a potential cliff for Aaron Rodgers, and more from 2023-06-12T07:00

The latest installment of The Athletic Football Show mailbag is a doozy. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dish on what they'd do with Tee Higgins if they were Duke Tobin, why it can make sense for elite c...

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A trip to fantasy (football) land, with Danny Kelly from 2023-06-09T07:00

Come with me, and you'll be, in a world of fantasy projections... The summer is here, and it's time to start thinking about your fantasy football teams. That's exactly what we do on this episode of...

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Football GM: NFL’s gambling policy, DeAndre Hopkins visits Titans&more from 2023-06-08T07:05

Following the big news this week regarding the PGA Tour and LIV Golf merger, Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss if Saudi billionaires could ever buy into the NFL or create a rival league. Then, t...

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The 2023 Class of the Hall of Very Good from 2023-06-07T07:00

Welcome to the 2023 edition of The Athletic Football Show's Hall of Very Good. On this episode, Robert Mays and Nate Tice remember eight former NFL'ers who were very good, but, for one reason or an...

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Monday Mailbag: Roster decisions and culture, the next level for Justin Herbert, the Daniel Jones balancing act, and more from 2023-06-05T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice open up the mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss how teams make hard decisions while building and maintaining culture, what they want to...

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The NFL's best edge rushers, with Seth Galina and Steven Ruiz from 2023-06-02T07:00

Wait up, that's Nate Tice's music!!! With Robert Mays on his honeymoon, Nate takes over as the host on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Seth Galina of PFF and Steven Ruiz of The Ringer j...

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Football GM: Aaron Rodgers speaks out, potential DeAndre Hopkins landing spots, Jimmy G’s contract&more from 2023-06-01T07:05

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller talk about DeAndre Hopkins’ release, what’s going on with the Cardinals and potential landing spots for the WR. Then, they get into The Athletic’s exclusive interview w...

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The 2023 NFL Roster Reset with Mina Kimes from 2023-05-31T07:00

Outside of a move here or there over the next couple months, we know what all 32 teams in the NFL will look like come Week 1. So...who has the best roster? Who has the worst roster? Who has the bes...

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Monday Mailbag: The Seahawks' offensive ceiling, Super Bowl windows, NBA players we'd love to see in the NFL, and more from 2023-05-29T07:00

Kick off your week with The Athletic Football Show's Monday Mailbag. In this edition, Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick around the idea of the Seahawks as a top-five offense, consider the meaning of a...

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The 2023 Non-Quarterback Draft from 2023-05-26T07:00

OK, with quarterbacks selected, it's time to move on to our non-quarterback draft for 2023. The premise is the same. Which player do you most want on your team for the next three years, taking into...

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Football GM: Pressure points around the NFL, remembering Jim Brown, Tom Brady’s ownership stake in Raiders&more from 2023-05-25T07:05

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller begin the show by examining various pressure points for several teams around the league and who will be on the spot the most come September. Then, they reflect on the p...

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The 2023 Quarterback Draft from 2023-05-24T07:00

It's time for one of our favorite episodes of the year...the Quarterback Draft! The question is simple: Which quarterback would you want leading your franchise for the next three years? And yes, hi...

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Monday Mailbag: The Dolphins' speed, preseason darlings, fast-food rankings, and more from 2023-05-22T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice are back for another session of the Monday Mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the Dolphins' team speed, previous preseason darlings an...

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Familiar Faces in New Places: 2023 Defensive Coordinators Edition from 2023-05-19T07:00

Jim Schwartz, Brian Flores, Steve Wilks...these are familiar faces around the NFL. Those faces, however, are in new places this season. How will they, and the other veteran DCs with new jobs, affec...

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Football GM: Difficult GM decisions, Justin Fields’ involvement in Bears draft, checking in on the worst teams from 2022&more from 2023-05-18T07:05

Before diving into NFL offseason news, Mike Sando and Randy Mueller check in on the NBA playoffs and big decisions facing GMs. Then, they talk about Justin Fields’ involvement in the Bears’ draft a...

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2022 Cold Takes Revisited from 2023-05-17T07:00

Everyone in the sports yammering business is going to have a prediction or two go wrong. Not everyone, however, is going to try to learn from those predictions gone wrong. Guess TAFS is just built ...

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Monday Mailbag: Sad AFC quarterback futures, swapping coaching staffs, the infrastructure around Bryce Young, and more from 2023-05-15T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice open up the TAFS mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the saddest future possible for this class of superstar QBs, how certain bad teams...

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The 12 most valuable types of contracts in the NFL from 2023-05-12T07:00

It's the episode of The Athletic Football Show that host Robert Mays calls "endearingly chaotic." What are the most valuable types of contracts in the NFL? Which type of player on which type of dea...

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Football GM: Best draft fits, Packers’ homegrown defense, detailing Lamar Jackson’s deal&more from 2023-05-11T07:05

How do NFL teams determine the best draft fits? Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the process and which players from this year’s class may work best with their new team. Then, they examine the f...

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Power ranking the NFC QB situations—and what that means for 2023 from 2023-05-10T07:00

The AFC has Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Justin Herbert, Trevor Lawrence, Aaron Rodgers, Tua Tagovailoa and Deshaun Watson. The NFC has Jalen Hurts, Dak Prescott and...Ki...

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Mailbag Monday: Hall of Fame running backs, tight end value, the Colts' offense with Anthony Richardson, and more from 2023-05-08T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice are going to open up the TAFS mailbag every Monday for the next couple months, and it all starts right here. The guys discuss the new path for running backs to the Hall of...

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What roster holes remain after the 2023 NFL Draft? from 2023-05-05T07:00

The heady days of free agency are in the rear-view mirror. The draft is over. Yet, there are still roster moves to be made across the NFL this offseason. Robert Mays and Nate Tice detail what the m...

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Football GM: Takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft, Jordan Love’s contract, fifth-year option lessons&more from 2023-05-04T07:05

Mike Sando officially welcomes Randy Mueller to The Athletic staff as they examine their top takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft. They talk about Anthony Richardson, Jalin Hyatt and more before revis...

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Message in a roster: What NFL teams told us about themselves this offseason from 2023-05-02T07:00

Teams will tell you exactly what they think of themselves by the moves they make in the offseason, culminating in the picks they make in the draft. Robert Mays and Nate Tice decipher what teams hav...

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2023 NFL Draft: Day three thoughts, favorite overall draft hauls, favorite fits, and more from 2023-04-30T00:20

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler wrap up draft weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the biggest news from day three, including the Eagles' acquisition of D...

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2023 NFL Draft, Round 3 pick-by-pick analysis from 2023-04-29T08:00

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break down every pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft live from Kansas City. The guys discuss Hendon Hooker to the Titans, a new receiver for Daniel...

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2023 NFL Draft, Round 2 pick-by-pick analysis from 2023-04-29T06:30

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break down every pick in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft live from Kansas City. The guys dig into Will Levis, Michael Mayer, new pass-catchers in Gree...

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2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 21-31: Quentin Johnston to Felix Anudike-Uzomah from 2023-04-28T08:00

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler bring home the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft on this episode, reacting to picks 21 through 31. It begins with a run on receivers, and ends with the rich—...

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2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 11-20: Peter Skoronski to Jaxon Smith-Njigba from 2023-04-28T07:20

The Athletic Football Show's live coverage of the first round of the NFL Draft continues, as Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into picks 11 through 20. The Lions surprise everyone with a...

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2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 1-10: Bryce Young to Darnell Wright from 2023-04-28T06:45

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler react live to the first 10 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. They discuss the three big trades, the Texans' aggressiveness, the Colts' big swing, the Seahawks' zi...

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Football GM: Randy Mueller’s top 10 overall prospects, Jets introduce Aaron Rodgers, Commanders decline Chase Young’s fifth-year option&more from 2023-04-27T07:05

Draft day is officially here! Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller kick off the festivities by discussing Randy’s top 10 overall prospects. Then, they talk about Aaron Rodgers’ introductory press...

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The Athletic Football Show's 2023 top-10 mock draft from 2023-04-26T07:00

It's time to put a bow on The Athletic Football Show's predraft coverage in 2023. What better way to do so than with a mock draft? The Athletic's team of beat writers, as well as a couple of TAFS m...

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The biggest questions heading into the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-04-25T07:00

We can measure the distance between this moment and the start of the 2023 NFL Draft in hours, yet we still have more than our fair share of questions. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig in...

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Aaron Rodgers, a Jet all the way from 2023-04-24T21:57

Welp, it finally happened. Aaron Rodgers is a New York Jet. Robert Mays and Mike Sando break down the deal that sent the future Hall of Famer to the Big Apple, and what it means for the Packers and...

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Filling the gaps: An NFL Draft heater for playoff and Super Bowl contenders from 2023-04-24T07:00

It may not have seemed so at the time, but the power of hindsight lets us see that the Chiefs had one of the best drafts last year. Would they have won the Super Bowl without the contributions of p...

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The 2023 TE draft class with Dane Brugler + Nate Tice; Why the college-to-NFL transition can be tough for TEs, with Jack Doyle from 2023-04-21T07:00

Don't take it from the person who writes these descriptions, take it from The Athletic's NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler himself...this is as deep a tight end class as we've seen in the time that Dan...

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Football GM: Steelers trade for Allen Robinson, 49ers receiving calls on Trey Lance, Jalen Hurts’ extension&Randy Mueller’s top RBs&TEs in the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-04-20T07:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller talk about Jalen Hurts’ extension, the Steelers trade for Allen Robinson and Trey Lance’s future in San Fransisco. Then, Randy shares his top RBs and TEs in t...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 7-Round mock draft, the 2023 CB class&more from 2023-04-19T07:05

Dane Brugler sits down with Andy Staples to discuss his mega 7-round mock draft. They talk about the QBs, the best day 2 and 3 fits and much more. Then, they examine the 2023 CB class and what you ...

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Latest on the Washington Commanders sale, with Ben Standig from 2023-04-18T21:00

A group led by Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils owner Josh Harris appears poised to win the bidding for the Washington Commanders. Beat reporter Ben Standig joins Robert Mays to cover where...

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The 2023 EDGE draft class with Nate Tice + Diante Lee; Jalen Hurts' massive new deal from 2023-04-18T00:52

Two positions are poised to dominate the top of the 2023 NFL Draft. One is quarterback. The other is EDGE. It's entirely possible that five edge rushers will be selected among the first 11 or 12 pi...

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The snowball effects of consistently whiffing in the NFL Draft from 2023-04-17T07:00

Every team is going to have its bad draft moments. Some teams, however, whiff again and again and again, ultimately missing out on a generation of talent. Robert Mays and ESPN's Bill Barnwell exami...

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The 2023 OL draft class with Dane Brugler + Brandon Thorn from 2023-04-14T08:00

Paris Johnson or Peter Skoronski? Who's the best interior offensive lineman in the draft? Who can go from day-three pick to starter? Dane Brugler and Brandon Thorn join Robert Mays on this episode ...

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Why some highly drafted offensive linemen fail, with Mitchell Schwartz and Marshall Newhouse from 2023-04-14T06:00

We know that there will be misses in the 2023 NFL Draft. There are misses in every draft. But while many fans can wrap their heads around why a quarterback or cornerback flops, it can be much harde...

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Football GM: Ravens sign OBJ, Jeff Okudah traded to Falcons, Randy Mueller’s top WRs in the 2023 NFL Draft&more from 2023-04-13T07:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller kick off the show by discussing Randy’s top WRs in the 2023 NFL Draft. Then, they talk about Odell Beckham Jr.’s deal with the Ravens, the Falcons trade for J...

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Prospects to Pros: 2023 NFL Mock Draft from 2023-04-12T18:55:16

The Beast is out! Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein discuss Dane’s extensive 2023 NFL Draft guide. Then, the three of them put on their GM hats and conduct a live first ...

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Teams at a crossroads in the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-04-11T07:00

Left or right? This way or that? A number of teams find themselves at a crossroads on the doorstep of the 2023 NFL Draft. Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the paths those teams can take on this ep...

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The 2023 WR draft class with Dane Brugler + Nate Tice from 2023-04-10T07:00

Who better to have on The Athletic Football Show on the release date of The Beast than the author of The Beast himself?! Dane Brugler joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to break down this year's wide ...

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Mailbag: Trey Lance's future, Anthony Richardson at No. 1, accumulating picks&more from 2023-04-07T06:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice open up the TAFS Mailbag for the first time in too long, with questions regarding the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft, offseasons around the NFL, QBs, coaches involvement in scout...

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Football GM: Cardinals owner accused of ‘burner phone’ scheme, Hendon Hooker evaluation, Randy Mueller’s top CBs in the 2023 NFL Draft&more from 2023-04-06T07:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss the ‘burner phone’ scheme and accusations against Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill. Plus, Randy shares his evaluation of Hendon Hooker as well as his t...

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Prospects to Pros: Difficult prospects to project in the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-04-05T07:05

What prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft have been the most difficult to evaluate? PFF’s Mike Renner joins Andy Staples and Dane Brugler to talk about the players they have had a hard time projecting. ...

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Teams with the most at stake in the 2023 draft from 2023-04-04T07:00

Every draft is important to all 32 teams in the league, but some drafts are more pivotal for certain teams. Robert Mays and Nate Tice profile the teams with the most at stake in the 2023 NFL Draft—...

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Lessons learned from the 2018 NFL Draft, with Conor Orr from 2023-04-03T07:00

Five years ago, Baker Mayfield was the first pick in the NFL Draft. Saquon Barkley was the second pick. Lamar Jackson was the last player selected in the first round. The Colts hit a home run...but...

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How much help do young QBs need to succeed in the NFL? from 2023-03-31T07:00

Quarterbacks get all the attention in the NFL, and understandably so. But young signal callers don't succeed or fail on their own. They need the right infrastructure around them to become the playe...

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Football GM: NFL owners meetings, Lamar Jackson’s trade request&more from 2023-03-30T07:05

Mike Sando is in Phoenix for the NFL owners meetings and he joins former GM Randy Mueller to break down the big news of the week involving Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. They also talk about OBJ’s a...

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Prospects to Pros: How a Lamar Jackson trade could impact the draft, team’s approach to pro day, tape vs. traits and more from 2023-03-29T07:05

How could a Lamar Jackson trade impact the draft? Andy Staples and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein discuss where Jackson could land, if the Ravens would draft a QB and more implications. Then, they ...

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Scouting the top-four QBs in the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-03-28T07:00

After a one-year hiatus, quarterbacks are back at the top of the NFL Draft. In fact, four quarterbacks could hear their names called among the first 10 picks. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the...

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Idiot's Guide to the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-03-27T07:00

The NFL schedule is demanding. So demanding, in fact, that someone who covers it as closely and passionately as, say, Robert Mays, doesn't have a ton of time to pay attention to college football. S...

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The biggest remaining questions of the NFL offseason from 2023-03-24T07:00

Free agency is basically done and the draft is a few weeks away, but we still have big questions about this NFL offseason. Like, oh, I don't know, where is a 26-year-old former MVP quarterback goin...

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Football GM: Randy Mueller’s top QBs in the 2023 NFL Draft from 2023-03-23T07:05

With the NFL Draft just over a month away, Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller examine the top QBs in this year’s class. Randy shares what he’s seen on the film, who he believes is the most pro-...

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Prospects to Pros: QB-needy teams in the draft, early pro day observations&more from 2023-03-22T07:05

Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein discuss the dominoes that could fall following the Panthers trade to the No. 1 spot. They examine the draft order and what teams could ...

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NFL free agency winners from 2023-03-21T21:30

The dust has pretty much settled on the 2023 version of NFL free agency. So...who were the big winners? Robert Mays and Nate Tice highlight their favorite signings, favorite team-wide hauls, favori...

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Brandin Cooks to Dallas, Laremy Tunsil's extension, C.J. Gardner-Johnson to Detroit, and more from the weekend with Jeff Howe from 2023-03-20T15:40

While the sports world spent the weekend focused on brackets, the NFL kept on humming. Brandin Cooks is a Cowboy! C.J Gardner-Johnson is a Lion! Laremy Tunsil got a huge extension! Robert Mays and ...

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Football GM: Assessing the deals in the first week of NFL free agency from 2023-03-17T21:48:14

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller recap a busy first week of NFL free agency. They discuss the delay in the Aaron Rodgers trade before they assess the deals that have stood out the most so far...

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NFL Free Agency, Day 4 recap: Orlando Brown, Miles Sanders, Jamaal Williams and more from 2023-03-16T21:10

We're on day four of free agency and still going strong. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the latest, including Orlando Brown to the Bengals, Miles Sanders to the Panthers, Jamaal Williams to the Sa...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 3: Aaron Rodgers wants to be a Jet, Cowboys and Eagles are busy, and more from 2023-03-15T22:40

Out of the darkness and into New York...book title or Aaron Rodgers' offseason progression? Rodgers stole the show on day three of free agency, announcing to the world that he wants to play for the...

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Free Agency Recap Day 2: Waller to the Giants, Lazard to the Jets, Meyers to the Raiders from 2023-03-14T22:46

Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down day two of the NFL's legal tampering period. Pass catchers are on the move! Darren Waller is headed to the Giants, Allen Lazard is headed to the Jets, and Jakob...

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Free Agency Recap Day 1: Garoppolo to Raiders, Hargrave to 49ers&Broncos open their wallet from 2023-03-13T22:01

Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the action from the first day of free agency 2023, from Jimmy Garoppolo heading to Las Vegas, to the 49ers signing a big fish DT in Javon Hargrave, some Bears mov...

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Jalen Ramsey traded to Dolphins, Daron Payne extended, Bucs targeting Baker Mayfield, NFL free agent bargains&more from 2023-03-13T07:05

Before NFL free agency officially kicks off, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down a busy weekend of news. They talk about the Dolphins trade for Jalen Ramsey and what’s next for the Rams. They also...

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Emergency Pod: Bears trade out of the no. 1 pick from 2023-03-11T01:35:16

The Bears have made their move, trading the no. 1 overall pick to the Panthers for a package that includes two first-round picks, two second-rounders, and D.J. Moore. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are ...

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Best fits for the top free agents of 2023 from 2023-03-10T08:00

Free agency preview week continues with a look at the best possible player/team fits. Among the suggested pairings by Robert Mays and Nate Tice...Javon Hargrave to the Bears, Chauncey Gardner-Johns...

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Football GM: Ravens&Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones’ new deal, Jets QB situation&more from 2023-03-09T17:00

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller are back to discuss a busy week in the NFL. They talk about the Ravens placing the non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson, the Giants deal with Daniel Jones and G...

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DeAndre Hopkins, Jalen Ramsey, and the other top trade candidates of the 2023 NFL offseason; Plus, the bizarre disavowals of interest in Lamar Jackson from 2023-03-09T08:00

Two of the biggest acquisitions last March—Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill—weren't free agent signings, but trades. Which veterans could get moved during this offseason's free agent frenzy? Robert Ma...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL mock draft 3.0 + Combine standouts at each position from 2023-03-08T20:00

Who does Dane Brugler have going No. 1 in his latest mock draft? Dane joins Andy Staples and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein to talk about the teams who could trade up, the number of QBs in the top ...

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Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones, and the biggest dominoes of 2023 free agency from 2023-03-08T02:20

Well, that was quite the franchise tag deadline day, wasn't it? What happens now that the Ravens placed the non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson? The Giants appear set to run it back with Daniel Jone...

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Between the Lines Ep. 5: Searching for Answers from 2023-03-07T11:05

In the final episode of Between the Lines, host Tashan Reed looks forward and highlights the prominent few around football who are working towards making the game more equal for all. And at the end...

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Between the Lines Ep. 4: Rumblings of Hope from 2023-03-07T11:00

If there's one area of progress regarding diversity in football, it is in NFL front offices. More than ever in league history, there are more diverse GMs and presidents running franchises. In episo...

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The 10 mistakes teams make in free agency; Plus, breaking Geno Smith news! from 2023-03-07T08:00

Being tempted by the win-with QBs. Trying to fit square pegs into round holes. Falling in love with one-year wonders. Those are just three mistakes that teams routinely make in free agency. Robert ...

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Derek Carr signs with Saints; instant breakdown with Nick Underhill from 2023-03-06T18:15

The first big domino of the NFL offseason fell on Monday, with Derek Carr and the Saints agreeing to a deal. Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football joins Robert Mays to break down the move on this e...

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NFL Combine Recap: Anthony Richardson wows, Bryce Young weighs in, and more with Dane Brugler from 2023-03-06T08:00

The entire NFL world spent the last week in Indianapolis for the 2023 Scouting Combine. So...what happened? Who opened eyes with their performance in drills? What are the biggest headlines and take...

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The Chicago Bears are the most interesting team of the 2023 offseason, with special guests Hoge and Jahns from 2023-03-03T08:00

The Chicago Bears hold the 2023 offseason in the palm of their paw. We celebrate that fact by bringing on Adam Hoge and Adam Jahns—hosts of The Athletic's Bears podcast, Hoge and Jahns—to discuss w...

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Next steps for the Falcons and Raiders at QB, and an offseason of opportunity for the Seahawks; day three from the NFL Combine from 2023-03-02T08:00

Our series on the most interesting teams of the offseason continues on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. This time, it's Josh Kendall (Falcons), Vic Tafur (Raiders) and Michael-Shawn Duga...

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The Lamar Jackson question, the Jets' infatuation with Aaron Rodgers, and the Panthers' next move at quarterback; day two from the NFL combine from 2023-03-01T08:00

We're back with three more beat writers from radio row at the 2023 NFL Combine. The Athletic's Joe Person (Panthers), Zack Rosenblatt (Jets) and Jeff Zrebiec (Ravens) join Robert Mays to break down...

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Between the Lines Ep. 3: The Invisible Ceiling from 2023-02-28T11:00

Clarence Shelmon is Eric Bieniemy before Eric Bieniemy. Shelmon was hugely successful as the offensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the late 2000's. In his five years as OC, the Charge...

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The Daniel Jones conundrum, the Jared Goff question, and Patriots offense turnover; day one from the NFL combine from 2023-02-28T08:00

We are coming to you live from Indianapolis and the NFL combine all week, where we'll be visiting with The Athletic beat writers who cover the most interesting teams of the 2023 offseason. We kick ...

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NFL combine preview with Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and Lance Zierlein from 2023-02-27T08:00

There's only one way we can possibly start combine week around these parts...a big blowout with the Prospects to Pros crew! Andy, Dane and Lance Zierlein of NFL.com preview the week ahead in Indian...

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How teams should (and shouldn't) use the NFL's franchise tag from 2023-02-24T08:00

The franchise tag...oft-discussed, little understood? The first part is certainly true, and as you dig into the tag you realize that the second part is, as well. Robert Mays and Nate Tice explore t...

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How to remodel an NFL team from 2023-02-23T18:10

We hear about rebuilding a team all the time, but not every franchise is in a position to totally tear it down. So how do you remodel a team in the moment, given the circumstances surrounding it? R...

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Prospects to Pros: How teams prepare for the NFL Combine from 2023-02-22T08:05

The countdown to the combine is on! Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein get you ready by discussing how team’s prepare for the important week scouting prospects. They talk...

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Between the Lines Ep. 2: The Players from 2023-02-21T11:00

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick set a model for NFL players to follow when discussing matters of race and activism, but something else broke down the wall that led to the mo...

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Hop aboard the 2023 QB Carousel! from 2023-02-20T08:00

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to the NFL offseason's greatest attraction...that's right, it's the quarterback carousel! Where will Aaron Rodgers get off this great, big, spinn...

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Biggest NFL offseason questions with Lindsay Jones from 2023-02-16T22:00

Lindsay Jones of The Ringer joins Robert Mays to discuss some of the biggest questions heading into the 2023 NFL offseason. From Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson, to new coaching regimes and everyth...

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Shane Steichen to the Colts, Jonathan Gannon to the Cardinals, and more on the coaching carousel from 2023-02-15T23:00

The Super Bowl was 96 hours ago. That's enough of a break, right? Robert Mays and Nate Tice are back to dig into all the coaching news from the last few days, including the Eagles losing both of th...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s updated 2023 NFL Draft Top 100 from 2023-02-15T08:05

Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein begin the show by talking about the Chiefs’ 2022 draft class and the impact the rookies had on Super Bowl LVII. Then, they examine Dane...

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Chiefs win thriller over Eagles in Super Bowl LVII for second title in four years from 2023-02-13T06:10

Super Bowl LVII was an absolute showstopper of a game that ended with a familiar sight: the Chiefs on top of the NFL world. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the Chiefs' 38-35 win over the Eagles in ...

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Super Bowl LVII gambling extravaganza from 2023-02-11T08:00

Michael Beller and Nate Tice offer up their favorite plays for Super Bowl LVII. The guys dig through passing, rushing and receiving props, lay down markers on the side and total, and even dabble in...

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Super Bowl LVII preview — matchups, X-factors, picks, and more from 2023-02-10T01:10

Five months ago, we were all looking at a schedule of 285 NFL games, including the playoffs. More importantly, we on The Athletic Football Show were staring at 22 weekly preview episodes. Now, we'r...

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The 10 non-quarterbacks who define Super Bowl LVII from 2023-02-09T08:00

From Travis Kelce and A.J. Brown, to Chris Jones and Haason Reddick, to Andy Reid and Nick Sirianni, the way we talk and think about Super Bowl LVII is shaped by a whole lot of guys who aren't the ...

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Prospects to Pros: Lance Zierlein’s 2023 NFL mock draft 1.0 from 2023-02-08T20:00

Who does NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein have going No. 1 in his first 2023 NFL mock draft? He joins Andy Staples and Dane Brugler to talk about Jalen Carter vs. Will Anderson Jr. and the transfer p...

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Football GM: Super Bowl LVII picks, Aaron Rodgers' and Lamar Jackson's future, coordinator moves, and more from 2023-02-08T08:00

On this edition of The Football GM, Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss where Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson could be in 2023, dig into all the coordinator moves across the NFL, and consider the ...

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How did the Eagles and Chiefs get to Super Bowl LVII? from 2023-02-07T08:00

Super Bowl LVII features the top seeds from both conferences, but that doesn't mean the paths they traveled were at all similar. Bo Wulf, Zach Berman and Nate Taylor—the Athletic's beat writers cov...

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Genealogy of the 2022 Chiefs and Eagles from 2023-02-06T08:00

Super Bowl week has arrived! Which recent Super Bowl teams do these Chiefs and Eagles most resemble? Robert Mays and Nate Tice investigate their genealogy on this episode of The Athletic Football S...

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The Brett Veach/Andy Reid relationship, NFL per diems, and more from the TAFS mailbag with Mitch Schwartz from 2023-02-03T08:00

Robert Mays and Mitch Schwartz spend a day during the playoff bye week digging into the TAFS mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the success of the Brett Veach/A...

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Prospects to Pros: Observations&analysis from the Senior Bowl from 2023-02-02T13:00

Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein break down their observations from the Senior Bowl practices in Mobile. They talk about each position group, who has stood out, their f...

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Football GM: Tom Brady retires, 49ers QB outlook, Sean Payton in Denver + more from 2023-02-02T09:15

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller have the latest news and notes around the NFL. Tom Brady retires and this time he says it's "for good." The guys discuss what made TB12 one of the best players of all-t...

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Between the Lines | Trailer from 2023-02-02T08:05

The Athletic Football Show is excited to share our latest narrative podcast series - Between the Lines. The five episode limited series, hosted by The Athletic's Tashan Reed, focuses on how America...

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Sean Payton to Broncos, DeMeco Ryans to Texans, oh my!; A look at The Athletic's new series 'Between the Lines' with Tashan Reed from 2023-01-31T23:15

So much for a ho-hum Tuesday during the bye week between the conference championship games and Super Bowl, huh? The Broncos swung a deal for Sean Payton, making him their new head coach, while DeMe...

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Kellen Moore to the Chargers, Vic Fangio (maybe) to the Dolphins, updates on ongoing head coach searches, and more with Mike Sando from 2023-01-31T01:00

While the Eagles and Chiefs were busy advancing to the Super Bowl, teams across the rest of the league kept making news. The Chargers, for instance, made a huge splash in the coordinator pool. The ...

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Championship Sunday Recap — Chiefs outlast Bengals, Eagles knock off 49ers, Super Bowl LVII is set from 2023-01-30T05:20

The Eagles and Chiefs have been the two best teams in the league all season. After both took care of business on Sunday, they'll meet in Super Bowl LVII. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the NFC and...

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49ers-Eagles and Bengals-Chiefs best bets from 2023-01-28T08:00

Michael Beller and Austin Mock return to break down the NFC and AFC Championship Games from a gambling perspective on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerF...

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Championship Weekend preview — 49ers at Eagles; Bengals at Chiefs from 2023-01-27T00:22

Championship Weekend is upon us, and it promises to be a doozy. No matter what happens, we're going to get a great matchup for Super Bowl LVII. But, you know, what happens is going to be a ton of f...

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Football GM: Brock Purdy&the 49ers, Brandon Beane’s comments, Bill O’Brien’s return to Patriots&more from 2023-01-26T08:05

Can Brock Purdy lead the 49ers to the Super Bowl? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss what they’ve seen from the rookie QB ahead of conference championship weekend. Then, they talk about...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s Top 15 players at each position + Reese's Senior Bowl preview from 2023-01-25T20:52:14

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler get you ready for the Reese's Senior Bowl by discussing the top players at each position. They talk about the QBs, offensive lineman, edge rushers and more that will b...

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Lessons learned from the Chiefs, Bengals, Eagles and 49ers from 2023-01-25T08:00

We're down to four teams playing football this season. So, what can we learn about how to succeed in the NFL from the Chiefs, Bengals, Eagles and 49ers? ESPN's Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays and N...

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Head coach opening rankings, available offensive coordinator gigs, and the NFL's potential scheme to ruin conference championship games with Mike Sando from 2023-01-24T02:50

Which available head coaching job is the best? Could it really be...Houston? Additionally, one-quarter of the league is going to hire a new offensive coordinator in this cycle, and that doesn't inc...

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Divisional Round Sunday recap — Bengals upend Bills, 49ers beat Cowboys, conference championship games set from 2023-01-23T05:01

And then there were four. The Bengals and 49ers advanced to Championship Weekend on Sunday with wins over the Bills and Cowboys, respectively. Robert Mays and Nate Tice put a bow on Divisional Roun...

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Divisional Round Saturday recap — Chiefs triumph in the Patrick Mahomes ankle game, beat Jaguars; Eagles dominate Giants from wire to wire from 2023-01-22T06:02

The 1-seeds in both conferences are moving on, but that doesn't come anywhere near telling the whole story of Saturday night. Sure, the Chiefs are headed to their fifth consecutive AFC Championship...

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Divisional Round Sunday preview — Bills vs. Bengals; 49ers vs. Cowboys from 2023-01-20T08:00

We're down to eight teams still playing football this season. By the end of the weekend, it'll be four. Robert Mays and Nate Tice try to figure out how we get there by previewing the Divisional Rou...

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Divisional Round Saturday preview — Chiefs vs. Jaguars; Eagles vs. Giants from 2023-01-20T07:00

We're down to eight teams still playing football this season. By the end of the weekend, it'll be four. Robert Mays and Nate Tice try to figure out how we get there by previewing the Divisional Rou...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL mock draft 2.0 from 2023-01-19T21:12:21

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler welcome back NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein to break down Dane’s latest mock draft. They begin by talking about a potential big trade at No. 1 and they dissect where t...

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Football GM: Titans hire new GM, Aaron Rodgers’ future, Sean Payton sweepstakes and more from 2023-01-19T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by talking about Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers and the latest in the Sean Payton sweepstakes. Then, they dive into the GM hires from t...

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The 2022 Athletic Football Show Awards Episode from 2023-01-18T08:00

Awards season isn't limited to Hollywood. We get in on the fun in the football world, too. Robert Mays and Nate Tice hand out some hardware on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Follow Rob...

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Cowboys roll past Buccaneers, move on to face 49ers in Divisional Round from 2023-01-17T06:01

The final game of Wild Card Weekend wasn't so super, at least from a competitiveness standpoint. The Cowboys dominated from start to finish, eliminating the Buccaneers with a 31-14 win behind a mon...

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Cardinals new GM, Sean McVay stays, Brandon Staley's future, and more in the post-Wild Card Weekend roundup from 2023-01-17T03:05

While 14 teams spent the week getting ready for, and kicking off, the playoffs, the NFL news wheel kept on spinning. Robert Mays and Mike Sando discuss Arizona's hiring of Monti Ossenfort as GM, th...

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Wild Card Sunday Recap — Bengals outlast Ravens; Giants take down Vikings; Bills hold off Dolphins from 2023-01-16T06:40

Another NFL playoff day, three more thrilling games. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Wild Card Sunday with a look back at Bengals over Ravens, Giants over Vikings, and Bills over Dolphins on this e...

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Wild Card Saturday recap — Jaguars rally from 27-0 hole to stun Chargers; 49ers take down Seahawks from 2023-01-15T07:00

Well that was quite the start to the playoffs, wasn't it? Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the Jaguars' thrilling comeback win over the Chargers and the 49ers' victory over the Seahawks on this epis...

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AFC Wild Card Weekend preview from 2023-01-13T02:30

Six win-or-go-home games spread across three days. The NFL playoffs are here. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the keys to this weekend's AFC Wild...

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NFC Wild Card Weekend preview from 2023-01-13T00:15

Six win-or-go-home games spread across three days. The NFL playoffs are here. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the keys to this weekend's NFC Wild...

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Football GM: NFL head coach openings, young QBs in the playoffs, Wild Card picks&more from 2023-01-12T08:05

As head coach interviews are underway across the NFL, Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss each of the openings, the top candidates and more. Then, they examine the young QBs in the playo...

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Prospects to Pros: NFL Draft order, Stetson Bennett’s rise, players who have not declared&more from 2023-01-11T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss their biggest takeaways from the CFP National Championship including Stetson Bennett’s rise and what’s next for the QB. They also examine the NFL Draft order a...

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The Athletic Football Show's All-Pro Offense from 2023-01-11T08:20

The regular season is over, which can only mean one thing. Well, it could mean more than one thing, but in this case it means it's time to name our All-Pro Teams! That's exactly what Robert Mays an...

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The Athletic Football Show's All-Pro Defense from 2023-01-11T08:05

With offense taken care of, Robert Mays and Nate Tice turn their attention to the other side of the ball. The guys name their First- and Second-Team All-Pro Defenses on this episode of The Athletic...

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DeMeco Ryans, Shane Steichen and the next group of head coach candidates from 2023-01-10T22:00

The equal and opposite reaction to Black Monday is that a new group of coaches is going to get a shot to run the show. Robert Mays and Conor Orr from Sports Illustrated dive into that group, which ...

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Kliff Kingsbury out in Arizona, Lovie Smith fired by Texans, and the rest of Black Monday with Mike Sando from 2023-01-10T03:00

Black Monday is one of the unfortunate realities of life in the NFL. Robert Mays and Mike Sando break down the moves that were made on Monday (and before), and what comes next for the teams involve...

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Week 18 recap — Super Bowl favorites take care of business, sizing up the playoff field, and more from 2023-01-09T07:00

This season's NFL playoff field is set with Week 18 in the books. Robert Mays and Nate Tice put a bow on the regular season and look ahead to the playoffs on this episode of The Athletic Football S...

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Week 18 preview — Great news on Damar Hamlin, Packers-Lions on SNF, Jags-Titans for the AFC South, and more from 2023-01-06T05:00

Doctors from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine provided Thursday the type of update on Damar Hamlin we've all been hoping for since Monday night. That takes precedence on this Week 1...

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Football GM: Damar Hamlin update, Jim Harbaugh’s NFL talks, Commanders QB indecision&more from 2023-01-05T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by discussing the latest with Damar Hamlin as they reflect on the tragic situation earlier this week. Then, they discuss a potential return to ...

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Prospects to Pros: Takeaways from the CFP semifinals + national championship preview from 2023-01-04T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler break down all of the action from the College Football Playoff semifinals. They talk about C.J. Stroud, Marvin Harrison Jr., Kelee Ringo, Max Duggan and more. Plus, th...

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Damar Hamlin's on-field cardiac arrest from 2023-01-04T01:00

Mitchell Schwartz and The Athletic's Tim Graham join Robert Mays to discuss the horrific scene in Cincinnati on Monday following Damar Hamlin's on-field cardiac arrest. Tim offers his perspective h...

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Week 17 recap — Packers crush Vikings, Bucs clinch NFC South, playoff picture, and more from 2023-01-02T07:00

There are 17 regular season games remaining in the 2022 NFL season, and the playoff picture is finally starting to come into focus. The Buccaneers and Giants both clinched playoff spots on Sunday, ...

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The QB2 Series: Case Keenum on the Minnesota Miracle and other tales from life as a backup from 2022-12-31T08:10

Not many perennial backup quarterbacks can say they authored one of the most iconic plays in NFL playoff history. Case Keenum, however, is an outlier. He sits down with The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler ...

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Week 17 Preview — Bills-Bengals showdown, breaking down five games with huge playoff implications, Derek Carr's future, picks and more from 2022-12-29T23:10

There are two weeks left in the regular season, and the NFL playoff picture still has plenty of pieces that need to be put in place. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into five games with massive playo...

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Football GM: Raiders bench Derek Carr, Commanders to start Carson Wentz, Sean Payton’s future&more  from 2022-12-29T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller talk about the Raiders decision to bench Derek Carr and what’s next for the team at QB. They also discuss Nathaniel Hackett’s firing, Sean Payton’s future, Ca...

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Prospects to Pros: Players to watch in the College Football Playoff from 2022-12-28T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler get you ready for the College Football Playoff by discussing all of the top prospects to watch from Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan and TCU. They talk about the quarterb...

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JJ Watt retires&Wild Card Threat Index with Benjamin Solak from 2022-12-28T08:00

How scared should we be of some of the teams competing in the Wild Card race? Do any of them have legit chances? The Ringer's Benjamin Solak joins Robert Mays as they each rank the teams in order o...

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Broncos fire Nathaniel Hackett from 2022-12-26T21:47

The Athletic's Broncos beat reporter Nick Kosmider joins Robert Mays to discuss the lead-up to, and fallout from, the firing of Nathaniel Hackett. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nick o...

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Week 16 recap, part two — Russell Wilson drama, Packers still in it, Tua problems&Buccaneers slip by Cardinals from 2022-12-26T18:57:19

Time for part two as we recap a busy NFL Christmas weekend. So busy, in fact, that we had to split the Week 16 recap on The Athletic Football Show into two parts. In part two, Robert Mays and Nate ...

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Week 16 recap, part one — Eagles-Cowboys thriller, Justin Jefferson and George Kittle shine, Lions let us down, and more from 2022-12-26T18:10

The holidays brought us a uniquely busy weekend of football. So busy, in fact, that we had to split the Week 16 recap on The Athletic Football Show into two parts. In part one, Robert Mays and Nate...

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The QB2 Series: P.J. Walker on life from the XFL to the NFL from 2022-12-24T08:00

Carolina Panther P.J. Walker sits down with The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler in his installment of The QB2 Series. Walker discusses his football career, from the XFL to the NFL. Subscribe to The Athleti...

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Football GM: Remembering Franco Harris, Nick Foles to start for Colts, Ryan Tannehill “most likely” out for season, the rise of the Jaguars&Lions&more from 2022-12-22T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by remembering the life and legacy of Steelers Hall of Fame RB Franco Harris. Then, they discuss why the Colts are making the switch to Nick Fo...

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Prospects to Pros: Projecting Will Levis, Jalen Hurts’ development, OT moving inside, drafting RBs in the first round&more NFL Draft mailbag questions from 2022-12-21T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler open up the NFL Draft mailbag to answer your most pressing questions. They begin by talking about Jalen Hurts the prospect vs. Jalen Hurts today and how his growth cou...

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The five distinct types of quarterbacks that win Super Bowls from 2022-12-21T08:00

The surest path to a Lombardi Trophy is to have a superstar quarterback, but it isn't the only way to win a Super Bowl. Patrick Mahomes doesn't hoist that thing every year. Fran Duffy joins Robert ...

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2022 QB Tiers revisited, with Mike Sando from 2022-12-20T01:00

We see the light of the end of the tunnel that is the NFL season, which makes this a great time for a little perspective. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays and Mike Sando h...

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Week 15 recap — Jaguars and Raiders walk off, Vikings pull off historic comeback, playoff picture, and more from 2022-12-19T08:00

Oh nothing, just another ho-hum week in the NFL. You know, with walkoff touchdowns and record-setting comebacks, things like that. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the craziness that was Week 1...

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Week 15 preview — Bills-Dolphins rematch, Jets-Lions showdown, Giants-Commanders on SNF, picks and more from 2022-12-16T01:06

There's more than one moving week in every NFL season, but it's safe to say this is the moving'est of moving weeks we've seen thus far in 2022. Five games carry major "will-they-make-it-or-won't-th...

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Football GM: Cardinals GM Steve Keim taking leave of absence, remembering Mike Leach, concern for Dak&the Cowboys&more from 2022-12-15T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by remembering Mike Leach and his impact on the game of football. Then, they share their concerns for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys before discu...

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Week 14 Monday Hangover — Questioning our previously held notions from 2022-12-13T02:40

NFL seasons never unfold linearly. Things we were sure were true in October often fall apart by December. Robert Mays and Mike Sando examine a bunch of those things on this episode of The Athletic ...

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Week 14 recap — Brock Purdy mania, Lions win again, checking in on the playoff picture, and more from 2022-12-12T07:17

There are just four weeks remaining in the regular season, and the playoff picture in both conferences is still more than a little bit fuzzy. Could the Lions sneak into one of the NFC's final spots...

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The QB2 Series: Charlie Whitehurst and his wildly interesting football life from 2022-12-09T23:00

Few backup quarterbacks have lived as interesting a football life as Charlie Whitehurst. He sits down with The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler to detail that life and share his stories in the latest instal...

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Week 14 Preview — Bills-Jets showdown, Tua and Herbert on Sunday night, top-heavy NFC, and more from 2022-12-08T23:20

We are comfortably into the middle of December, which means we are staring down the stretch run of the NFL regular season. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to preview Week 14 on this episode of T...

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Football GM: Von Miller out for season, Rams claim Baker Mayfield, Titans fire Jon Robinson, OBJ’s team tour&more from 2022-12-08T08:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss Von Miller’s season-ending surgery and what it means for the Bills’ Super Bowl hopes. They also talk about the Titans decision to fire Jon Robinson, B...

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Prospects to Pros: Anthony Richardson declares for the drafts, Caleb Williams shines, surprising QB stay-or-go decisions, and more from 2022-12-07T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler focus on the most important position in sports on this episode of Prospects to Pros. The guys discuss Anthony Richardon's decision to enter the draft, consider why mor...

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Who'd You Rather?: A series of this-or-that decisions with Yahoo's Charles McDonald; Plus, Jon Robinson's firing with Joe Rexrode from 2022-12-07T08:00

It's a staple of sports talk. Would you rather be this team or that team for the future? We've had some fun with it on The Athletic Football Show this season. So much fun, in fact, that we decided ...

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Week 13 Monday Hangover — Cowboys check-in, Geno Smith’s future, Deshaun Watson’s return, Baker Mayfield’s release and more from 2022-12-06T01:11

Robert Mays and Mike Sando wrap up a busy Week 13 with the Monday Hangover. They check in on the Cowboys and Mike McCarthy following their big win on SNF before examining Geno Smith’s future in Sea...

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Week 13 recap — Bengals beat Chiefs, Eagles dominate Titans, Jimmy G and Lamar injured, and more from 2022-12-05T07:26

We were excited about Week 13's Sunday slate all week, and it certainly delivered. From the Bengals' latest victory over the Chiefs to the Vikings squeaking out yet another victory, this one over t...

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NFL Week 13 preview — Dolphins-49ers, Chiefs-Bengals, Deshaun Watson's return, Titans-Eagles and more from 2022-12-01T22:20

The Week 13 slate is absolutely loaded, and we here at The Athletic Football Show are pumped. Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the big week to come right here and right now. The guys dive deep int...

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Football GM: Packers future at QB, potential head coach openings, belief in the Bengals&more from 2022-12-01T08:05

What should the Packers do with Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss the future of the QB position in Green Bay. Then, they examine the teams looking for a ...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL mock draft 1.0 from 2022-11-30T20:00

It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for! Dane Brugler’s first mock draft is here! Who will go No. 1? How many WRs will be selected in the first round? What players have risen up the ranks? He j...

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Fixing the Broncos, Cardinals and other teams that fell apart in 2022 with Daniel Jeremiah (Part 1) from 2022-11-30T08:00

Year one of Russell Wilson in Denver didn't go as planned. Neither did the first season of the Josh McDaniels era in Las Vegas. Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network joins Robert Mays to break down wh...

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Week 12 Monday Hangover — Jordan Love, Eagles run game, Cardinals future, Chargers playoff path, and more from 2022-11-29T03:15

Robert Mays and Mike Sando pile up one last helping of leftovers to tie up Thanksgiving weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the possibility of Jordan Love taking...

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Week 12 recap — Bengals beat Titans, Jags top Ravens, Wild Card races and more from 2022-11-28T07:30

Week 12 started way back on Thanksgiving, with the big-name teams taking care of business. It picked back up on Sunday, and this round of games brought a bit of a shakeup. Robert Mays and Nate Tice...

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Bonus exclusive: New Jets starting QB Mike White joins Kalyn Kahler on the QB2 series from 2022-11-25T19:00

The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler's QB2 series profiles some of the most interesting guys in the league: backup quarterbacks. In this edition, Kalyn sits down with Mike White to discuss his journey from ...

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Week 12 preview — The 49ers' rise, Bengals-Titans, Zach Wilson gets benched, and more from 2022-11-24T00:50

Who's ready to feast on food and football? It's Thanksgiving Week, and that means we've got plenty of both coming our way. Robert Mays and Nate Tice celebrate with the Week 12 preview episode of Th...

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Football GM: Jets won’t commit to Zach Wilson, NFC North re-evaluation, Thanksgiving games preview&more from 2022-11-23T09:00

Will the Jets bench Zach Wilson in Week 12? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss Robert Saleh’s comments and what they think should happen with the QB position. They also dive into the NF...

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Prospects to Pros: Hendon Hooker suffers torn ACL&top college players to watch during rivalry week from 2022-11-23T08:05

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss Hendon Hooker’s ACL injury and how it impacts the QB class in 2023. Plus, rivalry week is here! They discuss all of the top prospects in Michigan-Ohio State, O...

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Week 11 Hangover — The Rams' and Browns' respective futures, Kenny Pickett check-in, Bills and Bengals take care of business from 2022-11-22T02:51

Robert Mays and Mike Sando put a bow on Week 11 with the Monday Hangover. The guys discuss futures for the Rams and Browns, and the Bills and Bengals doing what they needed to on Sunday. They also ...

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Week 11 recap — Cowboys roll Vikings, Chargers-Chiefs SNF thriller, Eagles and Ravens get by, and more from 2022-11-21T08:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice are back together on Sunday night to recap Week 11. The guys discuss the Cowboys' dismantling of the Cowboys, the Chargers-Chiefs SNF thriller, the Eagles and Ravens just ...

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NFL Week 11 preview — Cowboys-Vikings, Chargers-Chiefs, Bills and Eagles offenses, and more from 2022-11-17T23:40

Robert Mays and Nate Tice are set to preview Week 11 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the week's two marquee matchups—Vikings vs. Cowboys and Chiefs vs. Chargers. The...

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Football GM: Christian Watson’s development, Derek Carr’s emotional press conference, Josh Allen’s turnovers&more from 2022-11-17T08:00

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller start the show this week by discussing Derek Carr’s emotional postgame press conference and who is to blame for what is going on in Las Vegas. Then, they talk...

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Prospect to Pros: Scouting the Reese’s Senior Bowl with Jim Nagy from 2022-11-16T20:00

Executive Director of the Reese's Senior Bowl Jim Nagy joins Andy Staples and Dane Brugler to look ahead to this year’s game. They dive into the scouting process and who is eligible before breaking...

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The Super Bowl Champ will be one of these 10 teams from 2022-11-16T08:00

As Thanksgiving nears and we direct our attention to the playoff picture more and more, it's time to separate the wheat from the chaff. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, we aren't inte...

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Week 10 Monday Hangover — Lions-Bears, Chargers-49ers, Saints-Steelers, Texans-Giants from 2022-11-15T03:10

We wake up on another Monday during the NFL season with a set of games we simply couldn't get to on our Sunday recap. And so, Robert Mays and Mike Sando dig into Lions-Bears, Chargers-49ers, Saints...

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NFL Week 10 recap — Vikings stun Bills, Packers upend Cowboys, Dolphins keep rolling, and more from 2022-11-14T07:30

A couple of NFC North teams picked up huge wins in overtime to highlight Week 10 Sunday. First, the Vikings proved that we all might need to take them a little more seriously with a 33-30 win over ...

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NFL Week 10 preview — Second-half questions; Cowboys offense, Dolphins defense, 49ers ceiling, and more from 2022-11-10T23:30

The second half of the NFL season begins this week, and with it comes a raft of questions for likely or potential playoff teams. What does the Cowboys offense look like against a real defense? Can ...

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Football GM: What’s next for Colts&Jeff Saturday, Packers’ problems continue, Cardinals begin in-season Hard Knocks&more from 2022-11-10T08:05

As Jeff Saturday and the Colts prepare to take on the Raiders, Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller try and make sense of what happened this week in Indianapolis. Then, they talk about the Packer...

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Prospects to Pros: Bruce Feldman’s players to watch, RBs on scouts radar + comparing the 2023&2024 QB class from 2022-11-09T20:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler welcome The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman to the show to talk about the players who have caught his attention ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. They discuss Tyree Wilson, Michig...

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Midseason awards extravaganza with Lindsay Jones from 2022-11-09T08:00

The Ringer's Lindsay Jones is back on The Athletic Football Show, handing out some midseason awards with Robert Mays. Robert and Lindsay hit all the real awards—MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, D...

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Week 9 Monday Hangover — Colts fire Frank Reich (and hire Jeff Saturday?!?); the stacked-up AFC Wild Card race from 2022-11-08T03:10

The Colts shocked the NFL world on Monday when they fired Frank Reich. And then they did so again when they announced Jeff Saturday as the interim head coach. Colts beat writer Zak Keefer joins Rob...

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NFL Week 9 recap — Chiefs-Titans thriller; Packers, Rams are done; Justin Fields, Jets impress; Seahawks, Vikings win again from 2022-11-07T08:00

We know that every NFL season is going to surprise us in its own unique way. Still, not many of us had the Packers and Rams being done halfway through the season on the 2022 surprises bingo card. A...

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NFL Week 9 preview — Chiefs-Titans, Rams-Bucs, Tua's progress, Chargers' stagnant offense and more from 2022-11-03T23:00

The halfway point of the NFL season arrives this week, and with it comes some unlikely storylines. For example, the loser of Rams-Buccaneers is going to have a tough time making the playoffs. Also,...

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Football GM: Dan Snyder explores sale of Commanders, Dolphins trade for Bradley Chubb, the Bears deal for Chase Claypool&more NFL trade deadline takeaways from 2022-11-03T07:00

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss Dan Snyder’s statement about potentially selling the Commanders as well as the report of an upcoming federal investigation. Then, they dive into the N...

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL Draft Top 50 2.0 from 2022-11-02T19:00

Dane Brugler’s midseason rankings are in! He sits down with Andy Staples and NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein to discuss the top 50 prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. They talk about the QBs, risers and fall...

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NFL trade deadline recap with Bill Barnwell from 2022-11-02T02:24

It was the wildest trade deadline day in NFL history, with 10 deals being made and players like Bradley Chubb and T.J. Hockenson among the players on the move. Robert Mays and ESPN's Bill Barnwell ...

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NFL Week 8 Monday Hangover — Bears trade Roquan Smith to Ravens, the Titans go full Titans, and are the Saints the best team in the NFC South? from 2022-11-01T01:15

Robert Mays and Mike Sando get together for another edition of the Monday Hangover on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the Ravens acquiring Roquan Smith from the Bears, ...

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NFL Week 8 recap — Unlikely NFC division leaders, huge stat lines, Cowboys offense shines, and more from 2022-10-31T07:00

Hey, there's all the scoring we've been waiting for! Week 8 was the biggest offensive week of this NFL season, something you could see in both team scores and individual stat lines across the leagu...

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NFL Week 8 preview — Giants-Seahawks, Niners-Rams, the Titans' unique greatness, picks and more from 2022-10-27T23:30

Week in the NFL 8 features matchups between the Bills and Packers, Ravens and Buccaneers and 49ers and Rams. So naturally, the only game where both teams are over .500 is Giants-Seahawks. Robert Ma...

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Football GM: Eagles trade for Robert Quinn, Russell Wilson says ready to return, the Brian Daboll effect&more from 2022-10-27T07:05

Robert Quinn is headed to Philadelphia. Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller break down the Eagles’ trade with the Bears. Then, they share their thoughts on the Colts’ decision to bench Matt Ryan...

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Prospects to Pros: Clemson’s defensive line, 2023 NFL Draft outliers&teams that need the most help at QB from 2022-10-26T19:00

Andy Staples is in Knoxville ahead of Tennessee’s matchup against Kentucky. He joins Dane Brugler to talk about Hendon Hooker, Will Levis and the other top prospects to watch. Plus, they break down...

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The nitty-gritty of quarterback development with The QB School's J.T. O'Sullivan from 2022-10-26T07:00

Why do some quarterbacks develop where others see their growth stunted? What are the best ways to build around a potential franchise QB, and who's doing a great job of it right now? Former NFL quar...

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NFL Monday Hangover Week 7 — Dak and Tua return, the Titans keep on truckin', and the Ravens spawn more questions about their offense from 2022-10-25T02:15

Robert Mays and Mike Sando dig into four more games we didn't talk about on Sunday night on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys consider Dak's and Tua's respective returns, the Col...

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NFL Week 7 recap — Chiefs dismantle 49ers, Packers and Buccaneers in crisis, and more from 2022-10-24T06:30

We've been emphasizing all season how the Bills and Chiefs are in a tier all their own. We got another illustration of why that's true in the Chiefs 44-23 win over the 49ers in Week 7. Then there a...

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Christian McCaffrey trade reaction from 2022-10-21T15:53:39

Well, well, well, the 49ers and Panthers sure spiced up Thursday night, didn't they? Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the Christian McCaffrey/49ers trade on this special episode of The Athletic F...

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NFL Week 7 preview — Leaguewide offense in crisis, Chiefs-Niners preview, picks and more from 2022-10-20T23:40

One-third of the NFL season is in the books, and one thing is clear...we need to have a discussion about offense. That's exactly where Robert Mays and Nate Tice start the Week 7 preview episode of ...

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Football GM: Jim Irsay speaks out on Dan Snyder, Cardinals trade for Robbie Anderson, Bailey Zappe makes case to start&more from 2022-10-20T07:05

It was an eventful week at the NFL owners’ meetings. Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller break Jim Irsay’s viral comments regarding Dan Snyder’s future in the league. Plus, should we be worried ...

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Prospects to Pros: Hendon Hooker, Bryce Young impress&more 2023 NFL Draft implications from 2022-10-19T19:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss their takeaways from a wild weekend in college football. They talk about the battle between Hendon Hooker and Bryce Young and the other top prospects on displa...

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The state of the analytics conversation in the NFL with Amazon's Sam Schwartzstein; Plus, Ty Dunne on the beauty of the tight end position from 2022-10-19T07:00

The analytics in football discussion has reached a point where the opposing sides seem to be shouting past one another, lacking the nuance necessary to such a discussion. So, what should we talk ab...

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NFL Week 6 Monday Hangover — Bengals slip past Saints, another uninspiring win for the Vikings, and more from 2022-10-18T01:00

Mike Sando joins Robert Mays on this edition of the Hangover to break down four more games from Week 6. The guys dig into the Bengals' come-from-behind win over the Saints; the Vikings' latest half...

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NFL Week 6 Recap — Bills top Chiefs, Eagles beat Cowboys, NFC flops, and more from 2022-10-17T06:30

The Game of the Year lived up to the hype, with the Bills and the Chiefs spending the entire 60 minutes within a one-score window. Ultimately, it was the Bills who were just a bit better on this gi...

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Football GM: Dan Snyder situation, Ron Rivera’s animated press conference, Bears’ play-calling for Justin Fields, roughing the passer penalties&more from 2022-10-14T20:11:39

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss another eventful Thursday Night Football game. They talk about the latest report involving Dan Snyder and his future owning the team before diving int...

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NFL Week 6 Preview — Bills-Chiefs, Cowboys-Eagles, the Bengals offense, picks, and more from 2022-10-13T23:05

Week 6 is here, and it is a doozy. The Cowboys and Eagles get together on Sunday night in a clash atop the NFC East, but that's merely a dessert to the main course. The Bills and Chiefs meet for th...

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Titans talk, Cowboys and Vikings as contenders, and Browns and Packers regret with Gregg Rosenthal; Kalyn Kahler on concussion testing from the player's point of view from 2022-10-13T07:00

Titans fans, this is your moment! At least when it comes to The Athletic Football Show. NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal joins Robert Mays to dive into the State of the Titans. They also play a round ...

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Prospects to Pros: Will Anderson Jr.&Alabama’s top talent + NFL rookie CBs standing out from 2022-10-12T19:00

Andy Staples talks with Dane Brugler about his SEC tour and his big takeaways from Alabama’s close win over Texas A&M. They discuss the Crimson Tide’s top talent heading into the 2023 NFL Draft and...

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NFL Week 5 recap — Parity reigns supreme, the NFC East is back, and more from 2022-10-10T06:30

We're just about through five weeks this NFL season. How many teams are we sure are legitimately good? Three? Four? Parity has been the story of these first five weeks, a topic Robert Mays and Nate...

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Football GM: Colts-Broncos sloppy TNF, concerns about Russell Wilson, NFL one month checkpoint&more from 2022-10-07T19:51:28

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller do their best to make sense of what happened on Thursday Night Football between the Broncos and Colts. They share their concerns for Russell Wilson and Nathan...

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NFL Week 5 preview — Bengals-Ravens, Rams O vs. Cowboys D, curious offenses, picks, and more from 2022-10-07T00:00

Week 5 of the NFL season has arrived, and with it comes a whole new slate of questions. Who will take the early lead in the AFC North when the Bengals and Ravens get together? What will the sputter...

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Two fantasy QB surprises&two QB debuts of significance before week 5 from 2022-10-06T19:00

Michael Beller and Brandon Funston return for the week 5 fantasy football conversation as they bring you two QBs who have surprised so far, including one in Seattle, plus two QBs taking over for te...

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Patrick Mahomes and Rashan Gary takes, state of the Raiders, and Are You Buying This? with Jeff Howe; Plus, QB therapy with comedian and Colts fan Megan Gailey from 2022-10-06T07:00

The Athletic NFL insider Jeff Howe joins Robert Mays to go over the biggest news and stories across the league heading into Week 5. The guys discuss the latest on Tua Tagovailoa, take stock of the ...

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Prospects to Pros: Bryce Young’s shoulder injury, top college RB’s to watch&early NFL All-Rookie team from 2022-10-05T16:00

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss Bryce Young’s shoulder injury and how it will impact the QB’s stock. Then, they examine what they’ve seen from the top running backs in college football as wel...

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NFL team tiers check-in with Mike Sando from 2022-10-05T07:00

We've played one-quarter of the 2022 NFL season. What better time to plant some flags and make some tiers. Robert Mays and Mike Sando do just that on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The...

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NFL Week 4 Monday Hangover — Vikings beat Saints, Kenny Pickett debuts, and more from 2022-10-03T22:15

This week's football hangover features a supposed contender squeaking out a win over a banged-up, inferior opponent; two young quarterbacks making different types of debuts; and a couple of AFC Sou...

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NFL Week 4 recap — Bills rally to beat Ravens, Eagles remain undefeated, and more from 2022-10-03T07:00

One-quarter of the NFL season is just about in the books, and we just might be witnessing a run game renaissance. That's just one topic Robert Mays and Nate Tice hit on the Week 4 recap episode of ...

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Football GM: Handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury, what makes an RB worthy of the HOF, the Jaguars’ potential&more from 2022-09-30T19:27:11

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss the Dolphins’ handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury following the scary scene on Thursday Night Football. They also talk about their takeaways from the ...

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Tua Tagovailoa leaves Thursday Night Football with head and neck injuries from 2022-09-30T07:00

Robert Mays and Mike Jones discuss Tua Tagovailoa's head and neck injuries and, more importantly, the process that allowed him to take the field in the first place. Learn more about your ad choices...

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NFL Week 4 preview — Jaguars-Eagles, Bills-Ravens, gameplans, picks and more from 2022-09-29T23:05

Who had Bills-Ravens as a must-watch game in Week 4 before the season started? OK, OK, that was an easy one. Who had Jaguars-Eagles? That's the beauty of the NFL right there. Some things are as we ...

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Week 4 fantasy&players who have lacked "juice" in 2022 from 2022-09-29T19:00

From Austin Ekeler to Alvin Kamara, there are plenty of fantasy football names that were drafted high and haven't lived up to their expected returns thus far. But are we hitting the panic button, o...

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State of the Patriots, confronting our NFC East priors, and a TNF preview with Mike Jones; Plus, debuting QB Therapy with Daniel Jones and The Ringer's Danny Heifetz from 2022-09-29T07:00

Mike Jones joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football show to dig into the latest news and stories around the league. The guys discuss Mac Jones' ankle injury and the state of the P...

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Prospects to Pros: 2023 NFL Draft QB class check-in with Eric Galko from 2022-09-28T19:00

After a quick check-in on some of the top performing rookies in the NFL in Week 3 (0:41), Andy Staples and Dane Brugler dive into the 2023 NFL Draft QB class. They welcome Eric Galko, Director of F...

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What makes a great NFL running game? Plus, more pressing early season questions with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-09-28T07:00

Michell Schwartz joins Robert Mays on this episode to talk about something right in his wheelhouse...offensive lines! Specifically, the guys discuss some of the massing left tackle injuries, includ...

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NFL Week 3 Monday Hangover — Vikings sneak past Lions, Broncos win ugly over 49ers, and more from 2022-09-26T23:00

OK, we've had nearly 24 hours to digest Sunday's games and nurse the hangover that a few of them gave us. Let's talk through them, shall we? Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Lions, Bro...

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NFL Week 3 recap — Dolphins beat Bills, Packers edge Buccaneers, and more from 2022-09-26T06:30

The Dolphins moved to 3-0 on Sunday, and they had to knock off the Bills to get there. The Eagles are also 3-0, and look like an unstoppable force. The Jaguars, meanwhile, look like the best team i...

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Football GM: Cleveland’s creativity on offense, teams with worries heading into Week 3, Sean Payton’s future&more from 2022-09-23T19:44

Is it time for the Steelers to turn to Kenny Pickett? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller weigh in on the quarterback situation in Pittsburgh before diving into the Browns creativity on offense ...

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Steelers-Browns Thursday Night Football recap from 2022-09-23T04:55

At first, the Week 3 Thursday night game looked exactly like a Browns-Steelers game. And then it suddenly looked like Chiefs-Bills for a quarter. And then it looked a whole lot like Browns-Steelers...

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NFL Week 3 preview — Bills at Dolphins, Packers at Buccaneers, Ravens run game woes, picks and more from 2022-09-22T22:55

Week 3 of the 2022 season is shaping up to be the best one to date, at least on paper. We've got two true marquee games in Bills-Dolphins and Packers-Buccaneers. We've got a host of great complemen...

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Week 3 fantasy buy/sell/hold with a twist + Christian Kirk, Jaylen Waddle&more advice from 2022-09-22T19:00

Week 3 NFL fantasy is underway with many lineups feeling good a 1-1, ecstatic at 2-0, or freaking out at 0-2. Michael Beller and Brandon Funston bring you a little buy/sell/hold with a twist, discu...

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Buccaneers strangeness and the 0-2 desperation index, starring the Bengals and Titans, with Kalyn Kahler from 2022-09-22T07:00

The Bengals, Titans and Raiders all made the playoffs last season. They're all 0-2 this season. How desperate should this Sunday feel for those three teams? Plus, where are the Panthers headed. New...

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Prospects to Pros: College transfer portal&more 2023 NFL Draft takes + Aidan Hutchinson, Garrett Wilson&more rookies shine from 2022-09-21T19:00

Which college players have benefited the most from the transfer portal? Andy Staples and Dane Brugler examine the top prospects that are thriving on their new teams. They also talk about a big week...

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Amazon's NFL debut, the Buck-Aikman booth moves to ESPN, and the league's broadcast landscape in 2022 with Bryan Curtis from 2022-09-21T07:00

There was a ton of change to the NFL's broadcasting landscape this offseason. From Joe Buck and Troy Aikman jumping to ESPN, to Amazon entering the fray, to Mike Tirico taking Al Michaels' vacated ...

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Jets rally to beat Browns, Packers get right against Bears, and more on the Week 2 Monday Hangover from 2022-09-20T00:30

You can't debrief everything immediately after a big night. Some things need a day or two to marinate before you can get to them. That's the thinking behind the Monday Hangover, a new weekly episod...

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NFL Week 2 recap — Dolphins shock Ravens, Trey Lance out for the year, Colts disappoint again, and more from 2022-09-19T06:40

In Week 2, the Dolphins trailed the Ravens 35-14 going into the fourth quarter. They won 42-38. The Cardinals were in a 20-point hole against the Raiders at halftime. They won 29-23. And those are ...

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Football GM: Amazon’s TNF debut, impressions of first-year head coaches&storylines to buy or sell heading into Week 2 from 2022-09-16T20:39:02

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller break down the Chiefs win over the Chargers on the debut of Amazon’s Thursday Night Football. Then, they share their early impressions of the first-year head ...

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Chargers-Chiefs Thursday night recap — Justin Herbert injured in Chiefs' 27-24 win from 2022-09-16T04:55:30

It may not have been the prettiest game, but it certainly was an entertaining one. The Chiefs rallied from a 17-7 deficit to knock off the Chargers 27-24 on Thursday Night Football. Justin Herbert ...

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NFL Week 2 preview — Vikings-Eagles, Brady vs. the Saints, guilty pleasure offenses, picks and more from 2022-09-15T23:15:14

Week 2 of the NFL season is here, and we've got a whole lot to get to on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee sink their teeth into the Game of the Week...

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Week 1 fantasy reactions that aren't overreactions&Week 2 advice from 2022-09-15T19:00

Michael Beller and Brandon Funston break down their reactions to how fantasy football played out in Week 1 with some Appropriate Reactions That Aren't Overreactions, including Saquon Barkley, Russe...

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Saquon Barkley's back, Panic Time Meter, and more inside the post-Week 1 narrative with Bo Wulf from 2022-09-15T07:00

Week 1 may not be everything, but it certainly isn't nothing, either. Bo Wulf joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to take stock of what we saw in Week 1 now that we've h...

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Prospects to Pros: Rookies in Week 1 + 2023 NFL Draft watch from 2022-09-14T19:00

Prospects to Pros with Andy Staples and Dane Brugler joins The Athletic Football Show feed as the intersection between the NFL and college football. From Travon Walker to Cade York, they discuss th...

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Ravens defense, Dolphins offense, and the other mysterious units of Week 1 with Ollie Connolly from 2022-09-14T07:00

Change always seems to beget interest, doesn't it? That's why we were excited to watch units like the Ravens defense and Dolphins offense in Week 1. They underwent significant change this offseason...

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Seahawks spoil Russell Wilson's Broncos debut with 17-16 upset victory from 2022-09-13T04:55

Score one for Pete Carroll, huh? The Broncos went into Seattle as touchdown-favorites against the Seahawks, and left with an 0-1 record on the season. Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to recap and brea...

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Mailbag: The settling-in process, Brian Daboll's coaching history, and more from 2022-09-12T22:15

Friend of the show Mitchell Schwartz joins Robert Mays to open up The Athletic Football Show's mailbag after a wild Week 1. The guys consider how much Week 1 matters, examine Brian Daboll's coachin...

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NFL Week 1 Sunday recap -- Justin Jefferson and Patrick Mahomes are ridiculous, Colts and 49ers disappointment, and more from 2022-09-12T06:30

Well that was a fun way to start the season, wasn't it? The early window included a handful of multi-score comebacks, two overtime games, and a tie. The late window gave us heroics from Justin Jeff...

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Football GM: Bills-Rams reaction, Lamar Jackson&Ravens fail to reach extension, Russell Wilson’s return to Seattle, Week 1 picks&more from 2022-09-09T18:57:11

The Football GM with Mike Sando and Randy Mueller is back! They discuss their takeaways from the NFL opener between the Rams and Bills before looking ahead to Russell Wilson’s return to Seattle. Pl...

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NFL Week 1 preview -- Games of the week, best matchups, picks, and more from 2022-09-08T23:40

The 2022 NFL season is here! Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee get you ready for Week 1 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys preview the biggest games of the week, including ...

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Trevor Lawrence, rookies to watch&more fantasy week 1 storylines from 2022-09-08T19:00

Michael Beller and Brandon Funston bring you the week 1 fantasy football storylines they're watching, from Trevor Lawrence's fresh start in Jacksonville, rookies to watch for, the WR situation in G...

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It's prediction time! Super Bowl, awards, division winners, and more from 2022-09-08T07:00

The 2022 NFL season is officially here! We've previewed all eight divisions. We've broken down all the offseason moves. We've surmised about all the trends that could be coming our way over the nex...

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AFC East preview with Aaron Schatz from 2022-09-07T07:00

In the AFC East you'll find the Super Bowl betting-line favorites in the Bills, a wildly intriguing Miami Dolphins team, Bill Belichick leading a Patriots team that is almost guaranteed to be bette...

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NFC West preview with Diante Lee from 2022-09-06T07:00

Three NFC West teams made the playoffs last year, and all three underwent significant change this offseason. Oh, and that doesn't include the Seahawks, who dealt away their franchise quarterback. D...

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AFC North preview with Mina Kimes from 2022-09-02T07:00

The AFC North features the reigning conference champions with an ascendant offense...and they aren't even the betting-line favorites to win the division. So will it be the Bengals? Or will it be th...

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Dak Prescott, Aaron Jones and more fantasy football 'My Guys' from 2022-09-01T19:00

The final weekend of fantasy football draft season is upon us. Michael Beller and Brandon Funston highlight the players they're most likely to end up with, and why they've made them priority target...

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NFC South preview with Mike Sando from 2022-09-01T07:00

It may have been a strange training camp for the Buccaneers, but they still head into the season as the overwhelming favorites to win the NFC South. It's a bit of an odd year for the division, thou...

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AFC West preview and C.J. Gardner-Johnson trade reaction with Nate Tice from 2022-08-31T07:00

So the AFC West is going to be fun, huh? The most competitive division in the league? Quite possibly. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into all four teams, at least two of which have Super Bowl aspira...

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NFC East preview + a reaction to the Jimmy Garoppolo-49ers reunion with Bill Barnwell from 2022-08-30T07:00

TAFS's division preview series moves over to the NFC East, where it appears to be a two-team race between the Eagles and Cowboys. ESPN's Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays, breaking down how they feel...

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NFC North preview with Nate Tice from 2022-08-29T07:00

We've reached the division preview portion of the preseason on The Athletic Football Show, which means that the start of the season is right around the corner. Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick things...

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1st-year head coaches roundtable with Blake Bortles, Pierre Garçon and Pat DiMarco from 2022-08-26T07:00

First-year head coaches are an unknown commodity to many, but not all, of us. Their former players certainly have insight on what they can and will look like in a leading role. Robert Mays sat down...

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Sizing up the new playcallers across the NFL in 2022 from 2022-08-25T07:00

When a team has a new playcaller, it doesn't matter if you're a Super Bowl favorite like the Bills or a team just looking to get by like the Bears, the intrigue is going to be there. Some new playe...

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Davante Adams, Tyreek Hill and NFL superstars in new situations for 2022 from 2022-08-24T07:00

The Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill trades landed a few superstars in wholly new situations this season. Not just the receivers themselves, but their former quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Patrick Mah...

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Predicting 2022's top-10 offenses from 2022-08-22T09:00

It's time for Robert Mays and Nate Tice to put on their prediction caps. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, the guys predict which offenses will finish in the top 10 by Football Outside...

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Expectations for Russell Wilson, Matt Ryan, and other quarterbacks in new places; Checking in on the Colts with Zak Keefer from 2022-08-19T09:00

How is Russell Wilson going to change Denver's offense? How does Matt Ryan change the equation for Frank Reich and the Colts. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down all the quarterback movement on th...

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Deshaun Watson suspended 11 games, fined $5 million from 2022-08-18T21:29

Deshaun Watson will be suspended for 11 games and fined $5 million, after accusations by more than two dozen women of sexual misconduct in massage appointments. Watson must also undergo evaluation ...

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Where Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts, and other young QBs need to improve with Dan Orlovsky; Plus, a Bengals team visit with Paul Dehner Jr. from 2022-08-18T09:00

The Dolphins, Eagles and Jets are all built to win right now, and the Jaguars spent plenty of cash for the 2022 season. All that's left for those four teams is for their quarterbacks to take the ne...

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Emptying the training camp notebook with the Ravens, Eagles, Commanders and Steelers from 2022-08-17T09:00

When you make training camp swing through about two-thirds of the league, eventually your notebook fills up. And when your notebook fills up, you have to empty it. That's exactly what Robert Mays d...

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Justin Herbert, Jeffery Simmons, and the 2022 narrative changers from 2022-08-15T09:00

We think about Deebo Samuel entirely different right now than we did a year ago at this time. He changed his narrative in a big way in 2021. Who can do that in 2022? Robert Mays and the NFL Network...

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Lions, Jets, and what success looks like for 2nd-year rebuilds, with Daniel Jeremiah; A visit to Bills camp with Joe Buscaglia from 2022-08-12T09:00

The Lions and Jets are among a handful of teams entering the second year of what feels like a total rebuild. How do those teams look entering the 2022 NFL season? Daniel Jeremiah of NFL Network joi...

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Which teams can win the Super Bowl?; A dispatch from Browns camp with Zac Jackson from 2022-08-11T09:00

Everyone knows the Bills can win the Super Bowl. And the Rams. And the Buccaneers, too. But can the 49ers win the Super Bowl? Can the Broncos? What about the Saints? That's right, the Saints! Mike ...

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Trevor Lawrence, Patrick Surtain II, and the rest of 2022's breakout players; Plus, a visit from Lions camp with Colton Pouncy from 2022-08-10T09:00

It's one of the best storylines every NFL season. The breakout players who have monster years and set new expectations for themselves. From Trevor Lawrence and Elijah Moore to Patrick Surtain II an...

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What the hell are you?: The teams we can't figure out from 2022-08-08T09:00

Every NFL season dawns with a number of questions, including the one at the heart of this episode of The Athletic Football Show...what the hell are you? The Ringer's Ben Solak joins Robert Mays to ...

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Unearthing wide receiver gems with Matt Harmon and a check-in from Broncos camp with Nick Kosmider from 2022-08-05T09:00

Is Juju Smith-Schuster the perfect fit for the Chiefs' offense? Is current Terry McLaurin the 2017-18 version of Stefon Diggs? Is Amon-Ra St. Brown Bud Light Cooper Kupp? So says Matt Harmon of Yah...

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Jalen Hurts, Kyle Shanahan and the other NFL people with the most at stake in 2022 from 2022-08-04T09:00

Lindsay Jones sits down with Robert Mays—at her house!—to highlight the players and coaches, plus one executive, they believe have the most to gain or lose this season. Jalen Hurts, Tyreek Hill, Ki...

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Fallout from the Dolphins' Tampering Investigation and Takeaways from 49ers Camp from 2022-08-02T23:57

Charles Robinson joins Robert Mays to break down the punishment handed down to the Dolphins after the league found that the team had impermissible contact with the agent of Tom Brady and Sean Payto...

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Discussing the Deshaun Watson six-game suspension recommendation with Jenny Vrentas from 2022-08-01T16:22

Deshaun Watson faces a six-game suspension to begin the 2022 NFL season for violating the league's personal conduct policy. The league has three days to appeal the recommendation made by judge Sue ...

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Asking “Does This Matter?” for Early Preseason Storylines with Mitchell Schwartz + Cowboys camp visit with Jon Machota from 2022-08-01T07:00

Preseason storylines can get overblown this time of year. We're bringing in our own Super Bowl Champion Mitchell Schwartz to shed some light on the new training camp practice schedule, the Kyler Mu...

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The most unpredictable players&units with Bill Barnwell + Chargers camp visit with Daniel Popper from 2022-07-29T07:00

From Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins offense, to Trey Lance in San Francisco, Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays to bring their picks for the players&units around the NFL with the widest range of outc...

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Tying up loose ends from the 2021 NFL season + Rams camp visit with Jourdan Rodrigue from 2022-07-28T07:05

What lingering questions from the 2021 NFL season still need to be discussed? Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee talk about the Cowboys’ offense, the adoption of Brandon Staley’s defense across ...

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QB Tiers 2022: Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert move up, Russell Wilson questions&more with Mike Sando from 2022-07-25T16:39:17

Mike Sando's QB Tiers have officially arrived for 2022. Hear where execs and coaches around the league have ranked all of the NFL's signal callers. This year is filled with new faces making the top...

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Kyler Murray gets paid, Lamar Jackson&big questions before training camp with Dianna Russini from 2022-07-22T07:00

ESPN NFL reporter Dianna Russini joins Robert Mays on the heels of a historic long-awaited day for Kyler Murray. Hear Robert&Dianna's reactions to the deal&what it could mean for Lamar Jackson and ...

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2022 Fantasy football primer with Josh Norris and Evan Silva from 2022-07-21T07:05

Underdog Fantasy’s Josh Norris and Establish the Run’s Evan Silva are back with Robert Mays to get you ready for the 2022 fantasy football season. Which players should be at the top of your board? ...

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Mailbag: Andrew Luck in today's NFL, Philip Rivers' HOF case, first football memories, value of QB, food talk&more from 2022-07-19T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to the airwaves following the week of Luck by answering your Mailbag questions about how Luck would rank in today's NFL, whether Philip Rivers has a real HOF case, ...

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Luck Episode 6: The End from 2022-07-11T08:44

Wait ... what?!? That was a common reaction to the stunning news that came down the night of August 24, 2019. Andrew Luck — just 29 years old, coming off his most efficient season ever — was walkin...

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Luck Episode 5: The Return from 2022-07-11T08:43

“Am I ever gonna be great again?” That’s the question Andrew Luck asked his throwing coach, Tom House, at one point during his rehab. In episode 5 of LUCK, host Zak Keefer examines the most rewardi...

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Luck Episode 4: Pain from 2022-07-11T08:41

When did it start to go wrong? In Episode 4 of LUCK, host Zak Keefer dives into the darkest years of Andrew Luck’s NFL career. Somewhere, in between the broken ribs, the lacerated kidney, the torn ...

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Luck Episode 3: The Arrival from 2022-07-11T08:30

In Episode 3 of LUCK, host Zak Keefer explores the early years of Andrew Luck’s NFL career — and what made him such a singular personality in NFL history. A quarterback who led seven fourth-quarter...

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Luck Episode 2: The Decision from 2022-07-11T08:27

In Episode 2 of LUCK, host Zak Keefer explores the historic decision the Indianapolis Colts faced in the winter of 2012: whether to move on from the franchise’s greatest player, Peyton Manning, for...

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Luck Episode 1: The Rise from 2022-07-11T08:25

Welcome to LUCK, the new podcast series on Andrew Luck, one of the great what-ifs in NFL history. The series explores a fundamental question: How did one of the greatest quarterback prospects of al...

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Analyzing the shifting WR market with Steven Ruiz from 2022-07-08T07:05

What have we learned from the boom in the wide receiver market this offseason? The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to discuss the record-setting contracts this offseason, how i...

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Browns trade Baker Mayfield to Panthers from 2022-07-06T21:18:40

Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the Panthers trade for Baker Mayfield. They discuss the terms of the deal with the Browns, Carolina’s QB room and the big picture questions the team still faces. ...

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Mailbag: Ollie Connolly talks clutch players, trading Tom Brady, coaching trees, best football books&more from 2022-07-05T15:15:53

Ollie Connolly returns to The Athletic Football Show as Robert Mays opens the weekly Mailbag with questions regarding the best football books, what it would take to trade for Tom Brady, "get a buck...

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Lessons from the NFL's best offenses in 2021 from 2022-07-01T07:05

Diante Lee is back with Robert Mays and Nate Tice to talk about the lessons we learned from the NFL’s best offenses in 2021. They dive into dig routes, QB’s who punish the blitz, schemes to get the...

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Football GM: Terry McLaurin’s extension, Seahawks quarterback questions&Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing continues from 2022-06-30T07:05

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller fill in for Robert Mays by discussing all of the top NFL headlines. They begin by talking about Terry McLaurin’s contract extension and what the deal means fo...

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Mailbag: Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing, positional coaches value&evaluating Broncos’ receiving corps + Zak Keefer previews narrative podcast series on Andrew Luck from 2022-06-28T07:05

Lindsay Jones joins Robert Mays to answer this week’s mailbag questions. They begin by discussing Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing and how the process is conducted with the NFL and NFLPA. They...

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Top 10 NFL moves we want to see before Week 1 from 2022-06-24T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice share the top 10 moves they want to see before the start of the NFL season. Should the Eagles trade for a running back? Could the Chargers bolster the line with Riley Reif...

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Hall of Very Good 2022&updates on Dan Snyder&Deshaun Watson's legal situations from 2022-06-23T07:00

It's time for the annual Hall of Very Good induction ceremony as Robert Mays, Lindsay Jones and Nate Tice bring their top picks for players not quite good enough for Canton + Lindsay and Robert upd...

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Mailbag: Jason Fitzgerald talks Rams&Saints cap success, QBs&team-friendly deals, big WR money&more from 2022-06-21T07:00

Jason Fitzgerald of Over The Cap joins The Athletic Football Show for this week's Mailbag as he and Robert Mays dig into the current state of the NFL's salary cap, how teams like the Rams and Saint...

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Lessons from the NFL's best defenses in 2021 from 2022-06-17T07:05

The Athletic’s Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to discuss the lessons and trends we learned from the NFL’s best defenses in 2021. They talk about everything from stopping the run, to rus...

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Kyler Murray&Lamar Jackson 2022 offensive outlook, contract questions&more from 2022-06-16T07:05

What comes next for Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson? As the two remain at a crossroads with their franchises, Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the quarterbacks' offensive outlook for 2022. They exa...

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Mailbag: Ted Nguyen talks defensive&offensive scheme, quality control, team nicknames&more from 2022-06-14T07:00

The Athletic's football film guru Ted Nguyen is this week's special guest, answering your emails and voicemails with Robert Mays. What groups around the NFL deserve Legion of Boom-esque nicknames? ...

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NFL offseason roster reset with Nate Tice from 2022-06-10T07:05

What team has improved their roster the most this spring? Which offseason plan is still difficult to figure out? What units on contending teams need the most work heading into camp? Robert Mays and...

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New Deshaun Watson case details emerge + Broncos ownership change with Lindsay Jones from 2022-06-09T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest New York Times report on Deshaun Watson and the civil lawsuits against the Browns’ QB. They also talk about Rob Walton’s purchase of the Broncos and...

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Mailbag: Counting current Hall of Famers, buying the best possible team, worst QB who can win a Super Bowl&more with Sheil Kapadia from 2022-06-07T07:00

It's our own Sheil Kapadia as the special guest to answer your Mailbag e-mails and voicemails - from the affect Urban Meyer had on the Jags, to which BAD QB is most likely to win a Super Bowl, coun...

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Ryan Fitzpatrick retiring after 17 seasons + ranking the top 10 GMs to build a NFL roster from 2022-06-03T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the show by discussing Ryan Fitzpatrick’s retirement, his 17-year career and their favorite memories of the QB. Then, they transition the conversation to the top GMs...

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How to rebuild a NFL franchise with Mike Sando&Nate Tice from 2022-06-02T07:05

What lessons can be learned from successful rebuilds across the NFL? Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Mike Sando examine how teams such as the Chiefs, Bills, Seahawks and Rams were able to turn things ar...

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Mailbag: Confidence in QBs, how jersey swaps work, Mike Evans’ HOF case, o-line continuity&more with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-05-31T16:00

Is there a discernible difference in the huddle depending on which QB is in there? How do jersey swaps really go down after NFL games? Is Mike Evans on a Hall of Fame trajectory? Super Bowl champio...

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AFC West roundtable with Vic Tafur, Nick Kosmider, Nate Taylor&Daniel Popper from 2022-05-27T07:05

The competition in the AFC West heated up this offseason with the additions of Russell Wilson, Davante Adams, Khalil Mack and more. Lindsay Jones takes you inside the division with The Athletic’s V...

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Most valuable non-QB draft 2022 with Lindsay Jones&Nate Tice from 2022-05-26T07:05

Following the 2nd annual Most Valuable QB Draft, Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones are back to draft the best non-QBs in the NFL. Will Aaron Donald remain at the top of the list? Who from la...

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Mailbag: How to study defense, building the ultimate D coordinator, competence vs. competitiveness, Eagles&Colts plans&more from 2022-05-24T07:00

Our own defensive guru Diante Lee is this week's Mailbag guest as he answers YOUR emails and voicemails regarding how to learn about defense by watching tape, building the ultimate Frankenstein def...

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Reviewing the 2021 QB class heading into year two from 2022-05-20T07:05

Where do the 2021 rookie QBs stand after one season? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look back at the film and discuss what we’ve learned, both good and bad, from Trevor Lawrence, Zac Wilson, Justin Fiel...

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Most valuable QB draft 2022 with Lindsay Jones&Nate Tice from 2022-05-19T07:05

The most valuable QB draft is back! Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones draft the NFL’s top QB’s based on traits, age and contract. What did the trio learn from last year? Who will go No. 1? W...

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Mailbag: Benjamin Solak talks best&worst team situations, Sean Payton trade value, Eagles&Jalen Hurts, underrated 2022 games&more from 2022-05-17T07:00

The Ringer's Benjamin Solak returns to The Athletic Football Show as Robert Mays opens up the Mailbag, full of Solak-specific questions concerning the Eagles' future, compensation for Sean Payton, ...

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Examining how NFL executives view the 32 draft classes with Mike Sando from 2022-05-12T07:05

What do NFL executives think about the 32 draft classes? Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to discuss the unfiltered conversations he had with teams across the league. Is everyone really applauding the ...

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Mailbag: Super Bowl long shots, active Hall of Fame coaches, picking who to root for, podcast behind the scenes&more from 2022-05-10T07:00

Lindsay Jones is this week's Mailbag guest as she and Robert Mays answer your questions regarding which team is the 'Rich Strike' of the upcoming NFL season as a Super Bowl long shot, which current...

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Star player movement, the shifting WR market&a 2022 NFL offseason rewind with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-05-06T07:05

How does star player movement impact the locker room? After an offseason and draft full of big trades, Mitchell Schwartz joins Robert Mays to explain how these deals are viewed among the team headi...

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Big questions we want answered after the 2022 NFL Draft from 2022-05-05T07:00

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones ask some big lingering questions that are still present following the NFL Draft, from who catches passes in Chicago, to the development of Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wil...

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Brugler&Zierlein: 2022 NFL Draft takeaways&ranking the top classes from 2022-05-04T07:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein wrap up their 2022 NFL Draft coverage by discussing their favorite picks, biggest surprises and overall takeaways. Plus, they break down what happene...

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Lessons we learned from teams in the 2022 NFL Draft from 2022-05-02T07:05

What lessons can we take from the 2022 NFL Draft? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss what happened with the QBs and how a surplus of WRs is impacting teams’ decision making. They also talk about the...

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2022 NFL Draft: Rounds 4-7 recap, favorite late picks, biggest steals&more from 2022-05-01T01:46:29

The NFL Draft has officially wrapped for 2022. Lindsay Jones is joined by Nate Tice and Dane Brugler from The Athletic Draft House to review their favorite day 3 picks and Lindsay's superlatives qu...

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2022 Draft Night Special: Rounds 2-3 from 2022-04-30T05:12:58

The Athletic's Robert Mays, Dane Brugler and Nate Tice analyze each and every pick of rounds 2 and 3 of the 2022 NFL Draft LIVE from Las Vegas, NV. Download Dane Brugler's draft guide THE BEAST at ...

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2022 Draft Night Special: Round 1 from 2022-04-29T05:00:14

Round 1 of the 2022 NFL draft is in the books, and Robert Mays, Dane Brugler and Nate Tice covered every pick live. Hear their reactions to the selections, jaw-dropping trades, and everything else ...

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2022 top 10 mock draft with The Athletic NFL staff from 2022-04-27T07:05

Robert Mays teams up with The Athletic’s NFL beat writers for a top 10 mock draft. Will Travon Walker go No. 1? How will the Jets and Giants use their two picks? Will the Panthers take a QB? Tune i...

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What each team needs in the 2022 NFL Draft with Sheil Kapadia from 2022-04-26T07:00

What does a successful draft look like for all 32 teams in the league? From teams looking to make runs at a Super Bowl in 2022, to others resetting with new regimes or stockpiling assets for future...

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The biggest questions heading into the 2022 NFL Draft from 2022-04-25T07:05

Draft week is finally here! Robert Mays sits down with Nate Tice and Dane Brugler to break down the top 20 biggest questions ahead of Thursday night. They talk about the QBs, teams with two first-r...

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Drafting QBs&the role GMs&position coaches play in the draft process with Rick Spielman&Dante Scarnecchia from 2022-04-22T07:00

How do GMs know when it's time to pull the trigger and draft their next QB? What impact do position coaches play in drafting players for their position groups? Former Vikings GM Rick Spielman share...

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Deebo Samuel seeks a trade&how the 2016 draft class explains the NFL with Bill Barnwell from 2022-04-21T07:00

News broke on Wednesday that Deebo Samuel is seeking a trade from the 49ers. Friend of the show Bill Barnwell is already here, so he and Robert Mays react to the news before diving into the topic o...

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Brugler&Zierlein: Smoke screens ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft + power ranking each positional group from 2022-04-20T07:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein examine smoke screens in the news leading up to the NFL Draft. Do front offices create these bluffs to mislead other teams? Or is it just a creation ...

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Creating alignment between the front office&coaching staff with Marvin Lewis + dissecting the 2022 CB class with Fran Duffy from 2022-04-19T07:05

Former NFL head coach Marvin Lewis sits down with Robert Mays to talk about creating alignment between the front office and coaching staff during the draft process. They discuss Lewis’ experiences ...

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The value of modern linebackers&playing Star-Starter-Bust with the 2022 edge rushers with Diante Lee from 2022-04-18T07:05

With the 2022 NFL Draft class being ripe with pass rush talent, what is the true value of modern linebackers in today's game? Our own Diante Lee sits down with Robert Mays to analyze the position a...

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How data driven thinking plays a role in the NFL Draft with Sean Clement&Jourdan Rodrigue from 2022-04-15T07:05

Robert Mays and NFL analytics consultant Sean Clement discuss how teams are incorporating data driven thinking into their draft processes. They talk about the use of GPS data, player evaluation vs....

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The latest on the Washington Commanders investigation with Ben Standing + answering questions about the 2022 OL class with Brandon Thorn from 2022-04-14T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones welcome The Athletic’s Ben Standig to discuss the latest with the investigation into Dan Snyder and the Washington Commanders. Then, Robert and Lindsay talk about Dere...

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Brugler&Zierlein: 2022 NFL mock draft 3.0 + player comps that could provide teams a bargain deal from 2022-04-13T07:05

As the 2022 NFL Draft inches closer, Dane Brugler talks with NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein about his latest mock draft. Lance explains why he believes Travon Walker could go No. 1, how the QBs cou...

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Teams with the most at stake in the 2022 NFL Draft&remembering Dwayne Haskins with Rhiannon Walker from 2022-04-12T07:00

The storylines of the 2022 NFL Draft go beyond just the prospects. It could be pivotal for several teams around the NFL when it comes to setting a tone for a new coaching staff, correcting a previo...

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Football GM: NFL hiring practices under federal scrutiny, Mueller's top RBs&TEs in the draft&more from 2022-04-09T05:00

The NFL's hiring practices again came under fire this week as former head coach Mike Mularkey fanned the flames with his comments regarding the Rooney Rule. Now NY's Attorney General is considering...

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The Beast: Inside Brugler's 2022 NFL Draft Guide + Bruce Feldman's mock draft from 2022-04-08T07:05

The Beast is back! Dane Brugler discusses his 2022 NFL Draft Guide with NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein. They also break down Derek Stingley Jr.’s pro day as well as the Saints trade with the Eagles...

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Top WRs in the 2022 NFL Draft from 2022-04-07T07:00

The 2022 NFL Draft class seems to be a good one for teams in need of quality wide receivers. But where do these guys fit best, what are their strengths&weaknesses and which players do they remind u...

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Lessons from the 2021 draft class and how they apply to this year from 2022-04-06T07:05

What lessons can be learned from the 2021 draft class ahead of this years draft? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones talk about QB infrastructure, the importance of a multi-year plan and a new era of pas...

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Saints&Eagles trade picks&how schematic trends affect the 2022 NFL Draft with Nate Tice&Diante Lee from 2022-04-04T23:51:01

The Saints and Eagles shook up the 2022 NFL Draft on Monday as they swapped picks in the first round - but what is the thinking behind the move for both sides? THE ATHLETIC'S Nate Tice and Diante L...

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Top 5 QBs in the 2022 NFL Draft from 2022-04-01T07:00

Robert Mays returns with Nate Tice for some more digging into the 2022 NFL Draft prospects, this time with a full rundown of the consensus top 5 QBs in this years class - Kenny Pickett, Malik Willi...

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Bruce Arians announces retirement, Todd Bowles named Buccaneers head coach + examining the NFL’s new overtime rule from 2022-03-31T16:33:22

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones react to Bruce Arians’ retirement, the timing of the decision and his legacy as a coach. They also discuss Todd Bowles’ promotion to head coach, how he’s setup for suc...

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Mailbag: QB’s percent of salary cap, Stefon Diggs’ contract, Lamar Jackson extension talks, the Steelers long-term plan&more from 2022-03-30T07:05

What percentage of cap space should be devoted to the quarterback? Is Stefon Diggs due for a payday? Where are the Steelers headed over the next several years? Robert Mays and Nate Tice answer your...

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An intro to the 2022 NFL Draft class with Dane Brugler from 2022-03-29T07:00

NFL Draft season is officially here, but not all of us are as up-to-date on the upcoming draft class as others. Robert Mays brings in our own Dane Brugler to run us through the highlights of this y...

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Decoding 10 team-building plans for the NFL’s new regimes with Sheil Kapadia from 2022-03-25T07:00

There are several teams around the league that have had GMs and/or head coaches in place for only a season or two. So what did the most recent free agency frenzy teach us about the mentality these ...

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2022 NFL Draft: Deshaun Watson trade impact, David Ojabo’s injury&pro day takeaways from 2022-03-23T07:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein break down the Deshaun Watson trade, the picks exchanged and what it means for Houston and Cleveland this season. Plus, they discuss David Ojab...

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Falcons trade Matt Ryan to the Colts, Jags move past Urban Meyer, Bengals add La'el Collins&more NFL news from 2022-03-21T23:15:23

The Colts acquired veteran QB Matt Ryan from the Falcons on Monday. Why does this make the most sense for them right now? Nate Tice and Robert Mays break down the trade they saw coming weeks ago, a...

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Examining the Deshaun Watson trade&allegations with Mike Sando, Jenny Vrentas&Aaron Reiss from 2022-03-18T21:35

Lindsay Jones and Mike Sando react to the Texans trade sending Deshaun Watson to the Browns. Plus, Lindsay sits down with The Athletic’s Aaron Reiss and New York Times reporter Jenny Vrentas to dis...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 5: Packers trade Davante Adams to Raiders, Baker Mayfield requests trade, Allen Robinson signs with Rams&more from 2022-03-18T15:57:52

Robert Mays is joined by Mike Sando to break down the latest madness in NFL free agency. They discuss the Packers trade sending Davante Adams to the Raiders. They examine both sides of the move, Ad...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 4: Von Miller signs with Bills, Saints&Falcons still in on Deshaun Watson, Jets continue to make moves&more from 2022-03-17T20:23:48

Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their NFL free agency coverage by breaking down the Bills’ big deal for Von Miller. Plus, which teams remain in the running for Deshaun Watson? They discuss the l...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 3: Baker Mayfield speaks out, Chandler Jones to Raiders, Ravens sign Za'Darius Smith, Titans to release Julio Jones&more from 2022-03-16T22:37

Free agency continues as the NFL’s new league year is officially underway. Robert Mays and Sheil Kapadia discuss Baker Mayfield’s message to the city of Cleveland as his future with the Browns rema...

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2022 NFL Draft: Free agency's draft impact&o-line deep dive with Brandon Thorn from 2022-03-16T07:00

How has the Russell Wilson trade and the first bit of free agency frenzy impacted the top of the draft and Brugler&Zierlein's mock drafts? They run you through their analysis of the free agent sign...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 2: Broncos steal Randy Gregory from Cowboys, Browns enter Deshaun Watson convo, CB musical chairs&more from 2022-03-15T21:42:06

Another day of free agency in the NFL is nearly in the books, and it's time to recap the highlights of day two with our own Lindsay Jones, from Randy Gregory swerving on the Cowboys and heading to ...

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Free Agency Recap, Day 1: Jaguars spend big, J.C. Jackson to Chargers, Bengals add o-line, Eagles sign Haason Reddick&more from 2022-03-14T22:06

Robert Mays and Nate Tice broadcast LIVE on YouTube to react to a crazy day 1 of NFL free agency, from the Jaguars opening up the check book and adding Christian Kirk and Brandon Scherff, to the Be...

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Tom Brady unretires, Cowboys trade Amari Cooper to the Browns, Deshaun Watson news, Kirk Cousins&more from 2022-03-14T02:03:35

Tom Brady blew up the internet Sunday afternoon as he officially came out of retirement to re-join the Bucs for his 23rd NFL season. What ripple effect will this have on the Buccaneers and the rest...

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Khalil Mack trade reaction, free agency lessons&how teams approach the salary cap with Bill Barnwell&Joel Corry from 2022-03-11T08:00

Bill Barnwell returns with Robert Mays as the two of them dive into some breaking reaction to the Khalil Mack trade from the Bears to the Chargers before discussing their Free Agency Lessons of the...

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Colts trade Carson Wentz to Washington + NFL defensive free agency preview from 2022-03-10T08:00

The Colts have officially moved on from Carson Wentz. Can the former #2 overall pick be successful in Washington? How should Indy go about replacing him? Nate Tice and Sheil Kapadia join the show t...

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Russell Wilson traded to the Broncos, Aaron Rodgers staying with the Packers&more breaking news reaction from 2022-03-08T21:11:52

Robert Mays, Mike Sando and Lindsay Jones assemble to discuss the impact of the Russell Wilson trade to the Broncos for both the Seahawks and the Broncos. Does this elevate the Broncos to a contend...

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Calvin Ridley suspended for gambling&Free Agency Preview: Offense from 2022-03-08T08:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice are kicking off the free agency season with a deep dive on their top offensive free agents for 2022 after discussing the breaking news of Calvin Ridley's gambling suspensi...

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Brugler&Zierlein's 2022 NFL Combine review&biggest risers&fallers from 2022-03-07T17:39:30

The 2022 NFL Combine has come and gone, and it's time to recap the highs and lows of the workouts with our own draft guru Dane Brugler and NFL,com's Lance Zierlein. What was the deal with all those...

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Dane Brugler's 2022 NFL Combine first impressions from 2022-03-04T17:00

Who stood out in Combine workouts? What's the deal with "unofficial times?" Who better to talk about it with than our own Dane Brugler? Robert Mays and Dane sit down at the Combine to get Dane's fi...

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Planning the Broncos, Saints&Giants futures with Nick Kosmider, Kat Terrell&Dan Duggan from 2022-03-04T08:00

We're rounding our our conversations on the teams we feel like have the most interesting offseasons ahead of them with a deep dive on the Broncos with our own Nick Kosmider, discussing if they will...

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Commanders, Jets&Buccaneers offseason outlook with Ben Standig, Connor Hughes&Greg Auman from 2022-03-03T08:00

How can the newly-named Washington Commanders make a name for themselves with the QB market the way it is in 2022? What do the Jets have to hang their hat on after two years under GM Joe Douglas? A...

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NFL Combine Preview with Nate Tice + Eagles&Packers offseason outlook with Bo Wulf&Matt Schneidman from 2022-03-02T08:00

The 2022 NFL Combine is officially underway and the Athletic Football Show is in Indianapolis to cover it all with our stellar group of writers at The Athletic. Robert is joined by Nate Tice to kic...

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QB Carousel&Offseason Preview with Charles Robinson&projecting the Raiders' new regime with Tashan Reed from 2022-03-01T08:00

From Aaron Rodgers rumors to the Kyler Murray press release, the QB landscape could change this offseason and we're bringing in Yahoo's Charles Robinson to preview it all at the NFL Combine. From w...

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Brugler&Zierlein's 2022 NFL Combine preview&prospects to watch at each position from 2022-02-23T08:00

The 2022 NFL Combine is less than a week away and we will be there to cover it all, but Dane Brugler and Lance Zierlein are here to bring you their top players at each position with the most to pro...

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Mailbag Part 2: Mobile QBs, Rams’ team building philosophy, hiring coordinators&more from 2022-02-21T08:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their post-Super Bowl mailbag by discussing mobile QBs and if the league attitude has shifted this season. Plus, is there a QB surplus in the NFL with more qualif...

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Mailbag Part 1: Where Joe Burrow ranks, rebuilding an offensive line, teams that are a QB away&more from 2022-02-18T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice answer all of your post-Super Bowl questions. They discuss where Joe Burrow ranks among top QBs in the NFL and how the Bengals can rebuild their offensive line this offsea...

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Biggest questions heading into the 2022 offseason - QB movement, new owners, free agency speculation&more from 2022-02-17T08:00

From what happens with players like Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, to how the Jags can salvage a disastrous situation for Trevor Lawrence to what teams could be represented by new ownership come...

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler&Zierlein on Top 100 prospects from 2022-02-16T08:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein break down the top 100 prospects for the 2022 NFL Draft. They discuss players who improved their stock at the Senior Bowl, positions where they...

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Super Bowl LVI recap: How the Rams won it all&what's next for Joe Burrow&the Bengals from 2022-02-14T08:42:24

The Los Angeles Rams are Super Bowl Champions for 2021! After a long and sometimes controversial process of team building, relocation and numerous injuries, Aaron Donald, Matthew Stafford, Cooper K...

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Mailbag: The Super Bowl experience, how players adjust game day habits, the post-win celebration&more from 2022-02-12T14:00

Ahead of Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, Mitchell Schwartz joins Robert Mays to answer listener questions about the big game. He explains what surprised him the most about the week, how the game day dyna...

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Super Bowl LVI preview, Rams vs. Bengals picks, prop bets&predictions from 2022-02-11T08:00

We have finally arrived at the SUPER BOWL! The only thing left to do is one final deep dive preview and to make our picks!! Robert Mays is joined by Nate Tice LIVE from Radio Row at the Super Bowl ...

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Inside the Bengals'&Rams' path to Super Bowl LVI with Paul Dehner Jr.&Jourdan Rodrigue from 2022-02-09T20:46:18

The Bengals&Rams both have less-than-ordinary paths to a Super Bowl title, one team had the first pick in the draft just two years before, and another is full of big name veteran playmakers. Will i...

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Calvin Johnson on why Matthew Stafford is different, 10 players who define Super Bowl LVI&the staying power of Andrew Whitworth with Clint Boling from 2022-02-09T08:10

Few players know QB Matthew Stafford more intimately on the field than Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson. Together, Stafford and Johnson put up historic numbers. Now, Stafford ...

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler&Zierlein talk with Cincinnati QB Desmond Ridder + Reese's Senior Bowl wrap-up from 2022-02-09T08:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein wrap-up their Reese's Senior Bowl observations. They discuss which prospect from the weekend could be drafted the highest, who improved their s...

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How the Rams&Bengals have evolved with Ollie Connolly, Seth Galina&Diante Lee from 2022-02-08T08:00

What is different about the 2021-22 Rams than the Rams who made a Super Bowl run in 2018-19? What about Matthew Stafford makes such a difference? What role does the Bengals defense and their defens...

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Joe Burrow&Matthew Stafford’s journey to the Super Bowl with Bruce Feldman&Scott Linehan from 2022-02-07T08:05

It’s officially Super Bowl week and to kick off the festivities Robert Mays sits down with The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman to discuss Joe Burrow’s journey from LSU to the NFL’s biggest stage and what ...

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Lessons we’ve learned from the NFL’s final four teams with Bill Barnwell&Nate Tice from 2022-02-04T08:05

What lessons have we learned from the NFL’s final four teams? Robert Mays and Nate Tice sit down with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell to discuss their top takeaways from the Rams, Bengals, 49ers and Chiefs. T...

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler&Zierlein on Reese's Senior Bowl surprises, disappointments&overall takeaways from 2022-02-03T08:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein sit down with Robert Mays in Mobile to discuss their biggest takeaways from the Reese's Senior Bowl. They explain what it’s like seeing the pro...

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Brian Flores files discrimination lawsuit against the NFL + more coaching carousel updates from 2022-02-02T08:05

Robert is in Mobile covering the Senior Bowl and welcomes Lindsay Jones to the show to discuss the breaking news that former Dolphins coach Brian Flores has filed a class action lawsuit against the...

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Tom Brady officially announces retirement after 22 seasons from 2022-02-01T15:59

After a long weekend of speculation, false announcements and rumors floating around about Tom Brady’s future, the QB took to IG on February 1st to confirm his decision to walk away after 22 seasons...

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Mailbag: Halftime adjustments, how players handle playoff losses, inside exit interviews, Kyle Shanahan's bad luck&more with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-02-01T08:00

As the Bengals and Rams head to the Super Bowl, Mitchell Schwartz is here to react to the Chiefs loss and answer listener Mailbag questions with Robert Mays as they discuss the Bengals and halftime...

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Bengals&Rams move on to Super Bowl LVI&can the 49ers&Chiefs make another run? from 2022-01-31T05:30:08

The magic continues for Joe Burrow and the Bengals as they edge the Chiefs in OT to head to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1988, and Sean McVay coaches the Rams to the Championship game fo...

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AFC&NFC Championship preview&picks from 2022-01-28T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice have you covered for conference championship weekend with a full preview of Bengals-Chiefs and 49ers-Rams. They discuss the big storylines heading into each game, the key ...

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Broncos hire Nathaniel Hackett, Bears choose Matt Eberflus, Byron Leftwich&more coaching updates from 2022-01-27T19:07

Head coaching hires have been the story of Thursday in the NFL with the Broncos hiring packers OC Nathaniel Hackett and the Bears going with Colts DC Matt Eberflus. Robert Mays is joined by Mike Sa...

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Bears, Vikings hire new GMs + head coach finalists across the NFL from 2022-01-27T08:05

The Bears and Vikings officially have new GMs. Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss what we know about Ryan Poles and Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and what separated them in the hiring process. Then, they t...

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler&Zierlein exclusive with Reese's Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy ahead of game&2021 Draft rewind from 2022-01-26T08:05

Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein sit down with Reese's Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy ahead of a big week in Mobile. They discuss the interview process for prospects, ...

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Sean Payton steps down as Saints head coach after 16 seasons - reaction with Katherine Terrell from 2022-01-26T00:08

Saints head coach Sean Payton abruptly announced he was stepping away from coaching the Saints after 16 seasons. The Athletic's Saints writer Katherine Terrell joins Lindsay Jones to react to the n...

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Mailbag: OT rule change, Mitchell Schwartz on Chiefs final drive, getting over losses, how to feel if your team lacks a QB&more from 2022-01-25T08:00

Who better to chime in on the most chaotic 2 minutes of football in maybe ever than a man who was in that huddle recently? Mitchell Schwartz returns with Robert Mays to gush over Patrick Mahomes an...

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Bills-Chiefs thriller ends in OT, 49ers stun Rodgers' Packers, Bengals&Burrow to AFC title game, Rams survive Bucs&more from 2022-01-24T07:33

It feels like we all witnessed one of the great playoff weekends in NFL history. From stunning upsets, to numerous last-second game-winning kicks, and everything in between, Robert Mays are here to...

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NFL Divisional Round Sunday preview&picks from 2022-01-21T15:14:20

Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their NFL Divisional Round coverage with a full preview of Sunday’s games. They start by breaking down the matchup between the Rams and Buccaneers. They examine e...

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NFL Divisional Round Saturday preview from 2022-01-21T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice get you ready for the NFL Divisional Round with a full preview of Saturday's slate. They begin by discussing Bengals-Titans, the matchups they are watching and their X-fac...

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What we learned from our 2021 NFL take mistakes with Lindsay Jones from 2022-01-20T08:05

What take mistakes did we learn the most about during this NFL season? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones look back on their takes from 2021, what has changed and why. They discuss Kyler Murray, defense...

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler&Zierlein on the talent at the top, QBs&their favorite prospects from 2022-01-19T08:05

It’s officially draft season and The Athletic Football Show welcomes Dane Brugler and NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein to the feed for complete coverage of the 2022 class. They discuss the main...

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Mailbag: Is Kellen Moore overrated? + more playoff questions with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-01-18T15:00

Our resident Super Bowl Champion Mitchell Schwartz is here to chime in on the weekend's playoff action, drama and biggest headlines, starting with Mike McCarthy's late-game decision making and a co...

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Rams crush Cardinals, Matthew Stafford gets a playoff W&what's next for Arizona from 2022-01-18T06:09:46

Following the final Wild Card matchup of the season, Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the Rams big win over the Cardinals, Matthew Stafford's performance, the ceiling for this Rams team and looki...

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NFL Wild Card Sunday Recap: 49ers survive Cowboys, Chiefs&Bucs move on&Steelers, Cowboys&Eagles postmortem from 2022-01-17T07:14

After another day of crazy Wild Card action, Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to react to the biggest moments and game-swinging plays. How should 49ers fans feel about their Super Bowl chances afte...

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NFL Wild Card Saturday Recap: Bengals&Bills advance&what's next for the Raiders&Patriots from 2022-01-16T07:17:26

Joe Burrow snaps the 31-year playoff drought in Cincinnati, Josh Allen leads the Bills to one of the most-impressive offensive performances in NFL history, and those are just a few of the talking p...

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NFL Wild Card Sunday preview from 2022-01-14T08:10

Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their wild-card weekend coverage by previewing Sunday’s games. They begin by breaking down Tom Brady and the Buccaneers’ offense vs. the Eagles’ defense. Then, th...

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NFL Wild Card Saturday preview&picks from 2022-01-14T08:05

Before diving into wild-card weekend, Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the Texans’ decision to fire David Culley and major questions facing the franchise this offseason. Then, they preview Saturda...

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Ranking the NFL head coach openings and top candidates with Jeff Howe + the state of the Giants amid another reset with Dan Duggan from 2022-01-13T08:05

Which NFL head coach opening is the most attractive? Lindsay Jones and The Athletic’s Jeff Howe break down all of the vacancies, the top candidates for each role and much more. Plus, The Athletic’s...

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Evaluating the hiring process for NFL head coaches and GMs with Amy Trask, Domonique Foxworth&Joe Barry from 2022-01-12T08:05

Where do we look for NFL head coaches and GMs? What qualities should the candidate possess? Robert Mays begins exploring those questions with former NFL executive and current analyst for CBS Sports...

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Mailbag: Potential QB moves, trick plays, uniform talk, undervalued GMs&more with Mitchell Schwartz from 2022-01-11T08:00

The Playoffs are here, and we've got a recent Super Bowl Champion in the house to shed some light on how players prepare for playoff games vs. the regular season, which QBs could be on the move thi...

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NFL Black Monday: Brian Flores, Matt Nagy, Mike Zimmer out&more news with Mike Sando from 2022-01-10T20:01:28

Robert Mays and The Athletic’s Mike Sando break down all of the NFL firings on Black Monday. They begin by discussing the Bears’ decision to move on from Matt Nagy and Ryan Pace and the end of Mike...

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NFL playoff matchups, Chargers-Raiders tie almost happens, Colts season ends vs. Jaguars, Vic Fangio out&more from 2022-01-10T08:01:18

Following a chaotic ending to the 2021 NFL regular season, which almost appropriately ended in a tie between the Chargers and Raiders, Robert Mays and Nate Tice sift through the mess and discuss th...

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Week 18 NFL preview + picks from 2022-01-07T08:05

Week 18 is officially here! Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the matchups with the most at stake. They break down Chargers-Raiders before discussing why the Rams have struggled against the 49ers’ ...

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2021 NFL Awards: MVP picks, biggest WTF moments, games of the year&more + Saints team visit with Katherine Terrell from 2022-01-06T08:00

We're rounding out the 2021 NFL season by handing out some awards of our own, from Most Improved Player to WTF Moment of the Year and more before Lindsay Jones and Robert Mays dive into MVP talk, C...

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2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Defense from 2022-01-05T08:12:55

The 2021 NFL All-Pro team discussion continues with the defense. Robert Mays welcomes back Trench Warfare’s Brandon Thorn to help select the defensive line. Then, former NFL player and current ESPN...

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2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Offense from 2022-01-05T08:10:15

On a special two-part episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays is joined by several guests to select the 2021 NFL All-Pro team. They begin with the offense and Nate Tice stops by to break...

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Mailbag: Best football timezone, playing for bad coaches, Elway's ideal QB, trading Derek Carr for Russell Wilson&more from 2022-01-04T08:00

It's almost playoff time, and your emails&voicemails are flowing in. From teams in need of a refresh to playoff worries, the All-Pro himself Mitchell Schwartz is here to shed light on playing in so...

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Week 17 Recap: Bengals-Chiefs doesn't disappoint, Antonio Brown quits, Cardinals handle Cowboys, playoff picture&could Matt Stafford doom the Rams? from 2022-01-03T08:18:33

It was a week of playoff clinching wins, confusing losses, and even more confusing behavior on the field as Joe Burrow and the Bengals wrap up the AFC North with a win over Patrick Mahomes the Chie...

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Week 17 NFL preview + picks from 2021-12-31T08:05

There are several important matchups on the slate for Week 17 and Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to preview what they are watching heading into the weekend. They discuss what’s at stake for the...

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AFC&NFC wild card threat index from 2021-12-30T08:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones start the show by discussing the latest COVID-19 changes across the NFL and the impact it could have on games as soon as this weekend. Plus, which wild card team poses...

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John Madden's impact&legacy with Bryan Curtis from 2021-12-29T18:37:47

The Ringer's Bryan Curtis and Robert Mays take some time to reflect on the impact of John Madden's career, from his larger-than-life personality in the broadcast booth to on the field and via our g...

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Remembering John Madden + Mina Kimes on the future of the Pete Carroll-Russell Wilson Seattle Seahawks from 2021-12-29T08:05

Robert Mays begins the episode by remembering NFL Hall of Fame coach and commentator, John Madden. Then, ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins the show to discuss the legacy and future of the Pete Carroll era in...

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Mailbag: Giants keeping Joe Judge&Daniel Jones, trading Sean Payton, Cowboys’ draft success, active player Hall of Famers&more from 2021-12-28T08:00

The Super Bowl Champion Mitchell Schwartz returns to the Mailbag portion of the show to dig into some of your best week 16-17 questions, voicemails and emails like what we think of the Giants appar...

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Week 16 Recap: Joe Burrow makes history, Cowboys secure the NFC East, Baker Mayfield can't loosen up, Chiefs&Colts surging&more from 2021-12-27T07:05:44

Week 16 of NFL action is wrapping up, as Joe Burrow makes history against the Ravens, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys secure the NFC East thanks to Trevon Diggs and the defense, the Chargers drop a co...

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NFL week 16 preview&picks from 2021-12-24T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off the holiday weekend by previewing the highly anticipated rematch between the Bills and Patriots. They also discuss the Colts’ defense, if the Cowboys offense is r...

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The MVP case for Cooper Kupp&Jonathan Taylor, should the Vikings want the playoffs&the Browns' Baker Mayfield conundrum with Zac Jackson from 2021-12-23T08:00

A lot is happening as week 16 in the NFL arrives. Lindsay Jones is here for her weekly visit as she and Robert dive into the MVP case for non-QB candidates Cooper Kupp&Jonathan Taylor. Will their h...

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How the run game fits into modern NFL offenses with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-12-22T08:05

What role does the run game play in a successful offense in 2021? Robert Mays is joined by Mitchell Schwartz to discuss what the numbers tell us, the impact on the quarterback and offensive line an...

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Mailbag: The most star heavy teams, Jaguars coaching swings, the myth of "too tall" QBs, how Bengals fans should feel&more from 2021-12-21T08:00

Our own Senior Writer and Pro Football Hall of Fame Voter Mike Sando returns for this week's mailbag, diving into your voicemails and emails coming out of week 15. How should Bengals fans feel righ...

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Week 15 Recap: Saints silence Tom Brady, Lions shock the Cardinals&explaining the AFC playoff picture from 2021-12-20T06:33:38

The NFL's week 15 was full of sloppy play, backup starters, and unexpected wins. Robert Mays and Nate Tice run down the biggest headlines coming out of Sunday, from the Saints shutting out Tom Brad...

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Colts outlast Patriots, Jonathan Taylor is inevitable, Frank Reich&Carson Wentz in the spotlight with Zak Keefer from 2021-12-19T06:31

Jonathan Taylor is inevitable. Following the Colts' big win over the AFC rival Patriots, Robert Mays is joined by Athletic NFL / Colts writer Zak Keefer to discuss the win, Carson Wentz and Frank R...

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NFL week 15 preview&picks from 2021-12-17T08:05

What’s next for Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars? Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the episode by discussing what needs to happen in Jacksonville over the next few months. Then, they examine Aaron Ro...

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More Urban Meyer reactions: Effect on Trevor Lawrence, coaching candidates&what's next for the Jaguars with Sheil Kapadia from 2021-12-16T16:50:08

Robert Mays and Sheil Kapadia bring some more context to the Urban Meyer situation with some bonus podcast coverage covering the coach's affect on Trevor Lawrence's development, what direction the ...

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Urban Meyer fired in Jacksonville, league meetings, NFL's response to rising cases&49ers long term plans with David Lombardi from 2021-12-16T06:47:29

Urban Meyer is out in Jacksonville after multiple reports surface about a hostile situation in the Jaguars locker room. Lindsay Jones and Mike Sando react to the breaking overnight news before Robe...

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Kurt Warner on Mac Jones, cerebral QBs&the state of quarterback play in 2021 from 2021-12-15T08:05

Robert Mays is joined by Hall of Famer Kurt Warner to break down the different styles of quarterback play we are seeing across the NFL in 2021. They discuss how Mac Jones has been successful this s...

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Mailbag: Best QB arms, college vs. NFL coaching, current Hall of Fame trajectories, rookie transitioning&more with Nate Tice from 2021-12-14T08:00

Nate Tice returns for the 2nd show in a row as we open the Athletic Football Show Mailbag. This week's it's full of questions regarding ranking some of the best QB arm talent in recent memory, who ...

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Tom Brady outduels Josh Allen, Micah Parsons enters the DPOY convo, Urban Meyer chaos in Jacksonville, Chiefs are back&more with Nate Tice from 2021-12-13T07:07:16

Buccaneers-Bills lives up to the hype, the Cowboys defense has our attention, Urban Meyer is wearing out his welcome in Jacksonville, and those are only a few highlights from week 14. How should Be...

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Bills-Buccaneers preview, the Browns and Ravens’ offensive struggles&the resurgence of the Chiefs’ defense with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 14 picks from 2021-12-10T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the game of the week between the Bills and Buccaneers. They also examine the Browns and Ravens’ struggles on offense before breaking down how the Chiefs have fixed...

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NFL teams out of the playoff race, can the Dolphins remain hot&questions for the Bills with Lindsay Jones + a Philadelphia Eagles team visit with Bo Wulf from 2021-12-09T08:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones start the show by discussing which teams are out of the NFL playoff race and which franchise they believe has the most hope over the next several years. They also talk...

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Examining the parity of the 2021 NFL season with Mike Sando from 2021-12-09T00:35:21

Why has this NFL season felt so unpredictable? Where are all the elite teams? Robert Mays and Mike Sando examine why we are experiencing more parity than ever before across the league. They discuss...

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Mailbag: Joe Brady out in Carolina, Lamar Jackson's development, Mitchell Schwartz's Fantasy O-Line&more from 2021-12-07T08:00

Time to open the Athletic Football Show Mailbag following some big moments from week 13, from Joe Brady's firing in Carolina, to the decision to go for 2 in Pittsburgh and more, Mitchell Schwartz i...

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Updated playoff picture, Lions finally win, Cardinals' defense flying, Gronk defying logic&more with Nate Tice from 2021-12-06T06:42:54

As week 13 nears an end, it's time to take a step back and look at the AFC playoff picture in the context of Sunday's results as the Colts keep on winning, the Chargers blow out the Bengals, and th...

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Patriots’ dominant defense, why Washington’s offense is working&how bad are the Jaguars failing Trevor Lawrence with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 13 picks from 2021-12-03T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the “Friday Five” by discussing how the Patriots’ defense is bullying offenses this season. They also examine why Washington’s offense is working with Taylor Heinick...

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MVP favorites, Washington is Stayin' Alive, rebooting the Steelers&more with Lindsay Jones&Mark Kaboly from 2021-12-02T08:00

Lindsay Jones and Steelers writer Mark Kaboly of the Athletic are this week's guests as Robert and Lindsay discuss their current picks for MVP and discuss candidate odds of Tom Brady, Kyler Murray,...

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Dane Brugler’s 2022 NFL mock draft 1.0 from 2021-12-01T08:05

Mock draft season is officially underway as Robert Mays welcomes The Athletic’s Dane Brugler to discuss the 2022 NFL Draft. Dane explains who he has at No. 1, the overall talent this year and where...

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Mailbag: How players spend the bye week, what positions are most valuable, is Matt LaFleur underrated&more with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-11-30T08:00

Mitchell Schwartz returns to share his Super Bowl Champion perspective as we open this week's Mailbag, full of talk about Matt LaFleur not getting enough credit, why NFL teams don't hire former age...

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NFC rankings, Bucs top Colts, Aaron Rodgers out-duels Matthew Stafford, Dolphins surprise, Patriots&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-29T06:58:33

After a wild week 12 of NFL action, we're taking a closer look at how the results affect the NFC playoff picture. How convincing was Tom Brady and the Bucs' win over the Colts? Have the Packers bec...

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What’s wrong with Rams’ offense, the Eagles’ path to the playoffs&the Patriots’ game plan for Mac Jones with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 12 picks from 2021-11-26T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the top things they are watching heading into the weekend slate. They begin by examining what is wrong with the Rams’ offense before talking about the Eagles’ path...

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What we’re thankful for this NFL season from 2021-11-25T13:55:08

There is plenty to be thankful for this NFL season. Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss what tops their list. They talk about the return of the fan experience, the Manningcast, the new group of w...

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Previewing the Thanksgiving slate with Sheil Kapadia&Nate Tice from 2021-11-24T08:05

Before the turkey and mashed potatoes, Robert Mays sits down with Sheil Kapadia and Nate Tice to preview the Thanksgiving games. They find ways to get you excited for Bears-Lions, before diving int...

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Mailbag: Taunting rule, Tom Brady vs. Bill Belichick, Frank Reich's value&Thanksgiving food power rankings with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-11-23T08:00

Super Bowl champ Mitchell Schwartz returns to open this week's Mailbag with Robert Mays as the taunting rule reared it's ugly head again in week 11. Hear a player's perspective on the impact on the...

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Chiefs silence the Cowboys, Jonathan Taylor runs over the Bills, Titans&Seahawks in panic mode, Vikings shine&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-22T07:21:43

Another Sunday down, and we're left with more questions than answers. What do we make of the Chiefs defense shutting down Dak Prescott and the Cowboys offense? Should Bills fans be freaking out mor...

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Chiefs-Cowboys preview, the Colts’ run game&the Titans’ defensive success with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 11 picks from 2021-11-19T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice start the “Friday Five” with a full preview of Chiefs-Cowboys. They also examine the Colts’ run game, the Titans’ defensive success and the Ravens’ struggles against the b...

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Ron Rivera vs. Cam Newton, what’s at stake for the Bengals&the AFC playoff picture with Lindsay Jones + a Tampa Bay Buccaneers team visit with Greg Auman from 2021-11-18T08:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones kick off the episode by discussing the Week 11 matchup between Ron Rivera and Cam Newton. They also talk about what’s at stake for the Bengals, the highly anticipated ...

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Decoding two-high defenses with Cody Alexander from 2021-11-17T08:05

Robert Mays welcomes MatchQuarters’ Cody Alexander to break down the rise of two-high defenses across the NFL. They dive into what we’ve seen on film over the last several years, what teams are imp...

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Mailbag: The Baker Mayfield dilemma, QBs in bad situations, when to move on from a coach&more with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-11-16T08:00

Mitchell Schwartz is here for this week's Mailbag special, answering your voicemails and emails coming out of week 10 with Robert Mays. How should Browns and Colts fans feel about their QB situatio...

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Mac Jones dominates the Browns, Cam Newton is back, Dak Prescott's MVP campaign, Seahawks score 0&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-15T07:07:34

Week 10 in the NFL was full of high-scoring blowouts, a shutout, a tie, the return of a franchise QB, and more headlines that felt oddly right for this 2021 season. Nate Tice and Robert Mays react ...

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Odell Beckham Jr. signs with Rams&Cam Newton returns to Carolina with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 10 picks from 2021-11-12T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice start the show by discussing the top news in the NFL. They examine how Odell Beckham Jr. will fit into the Rams’ offense as well as the Panthers’ decision to bring back Ca...

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Potential landing spots for Odell Beckham Jr., spotlight on Cowboys coaching staff, can the Titans keep rolling&more with Lindsay Jones + a Green Bay Packers team visit with Matt Schneidman from 2021-11-11T08:05

Where will Odell Beckham Jr. land? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down the best teams for the wide receiver. They also talk about the spotlight on Mike McCarthy and the Cowboys coaching staff,...

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 Priorities for rebuilding teams at the midpoint of the season with Scott Pioli + distractions in the NFL locker room with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-11-10T08:05

What do NFL teams in the rebuilding process prioritize at the midpoint of the season? Former NFL executive and current TV analyst Scott Pioli joins Robert Mays to explain his experiences with playe...

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Mailbag: Defining MVP, DeSean Jackson the Raider, a crazy hypothetical, misleading wins, Vikings&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-09T08:00

Time to open the Athletic Football Show Mailbag as we set our sights on week 10. Nate Tice is this week's guest with Robert Mays as they dig into your voicemails and emails on Mike Zimmer's standin...

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Titans top Rams, Jags stun the Bills, Chiefs edge Jordan Love's Packers, Broncos shut down the Cowboys&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-08T06:45

Another NFL Sunday down, and another one full of weird results, like the Derrick Henry-less Titans topping the Rams in Los Angeles, the Kyler Murray-less Cardinals stomping the 49ers, and the Bronc...

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Dissecting the defenses of NFC contenders with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 9 picks from 2021-11-05T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice focus their attention this Friday on the defenses of NFC contenders. They break down what they’ve seen from the Cowboys before discussing the Packers’ defense vs. the Chie...

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Aaron Rodgers tests positive for COVID-19&Odell Beckham Jr. excused from Browns' practice with Lindsay Jones + the misconception of trap games with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-11-04T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones unpack a wild Wednesday in the NFL. They discuss Aaron Rodgers testing positive for COVID-19, his previous comments on the vaccine and whether or not there has been an...

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NFL midseason awards&superlatives with Bill Barnwell from 2021-11-03T07:05

What team has impressed the most this season? What team has been the most disappointing? Who is leading the way for offensive and defensive rookie of the year? Coach of the year? MVP? ESPN’s Bill B...

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Von Miller traded to the Rams, Derrick Henry injured&Mailbag talking Eagles, Cowboys, NFL rule changes&more with Benjamin Solak from 2021-11-02T07:00

Benjamin Solak of The Ringer joins Robert Mays on the heels of the Von Miller trade, which sends the All-Pro from the Denver Broncos to the Los Angeles Rams. They react to it all + the Derrick Henr...

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Ranking the best teams after week 8, Mike White shocks the Bengals, the Saints top the Bucs&more with Nate Tice from 2021-11-01T06:30:21

How do the best teams in the AFC and NFC rank at (basically) the halfway point of the season? Following a weird week 8, Nate Tice and Robert Mays discuss Mike White's huge day for the Jets over the...

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Spotlight on Saints’ defense, Vikings-Cowboys preview&key matchups between AFC contenders with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 8 picks from 2021-10-29T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice start the “Friday Five” by discussing a big test for the Saints’ defense against Tom Brady and the Buccaneers. They also preview Vikings-Cowboys before diving into importa...

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NFL owners meetings, pressure mounts for Joe Brady&Packers-Cardinals TNF preview with Lindsay Jones + what makes a good head coach with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-10-28T07:05

While the NFL owners meetings are underway in New York, Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest with the WFT investigation as well as the league’s stance on Deshaun Watson. They also discu...

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Scheme trends shaping the 2021 season with PFF's Seth Galina and Diante Lee from 2021-10-27T07:05

Which schemes have defined the 2021 NFL season through the first seven weeks? Robert Mays sits down with PFF’s Diante Lee and Seth Galina to examine the trends on offense and defense. They discuss ...

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Mailbag: Ravens, Broncos&Jets fans are worried, who is Kyle Shanahan, Patrick Mahomes, football memories&more with Lindsay Jones from 2021-10-26T07:00

Lindsay Jones is here to open the week 7 Mailbag - and boy was it a doozy. Hear why Broncos, Chiefs, Ravens and Jets fans are currently terrified, what Bengals fans are allowed to think about this ...

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Titans tear apart the Chiefs, the Bengals might be legit, chaos in Carolina, Zach Wilson&Justin Fields growing pains&more with Nate Tice from 2021-10-25T05:42:40

As the storm of week 7 settles down, Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the biggest storylines like Ja'Marr Chase taking over the Rookie of the Year conversation&the Bengals themselves perhaps bein...

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Derrick Henry goes beast mode, Packers potent offense&Bucs dominant D + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 7 picks from 2021-10-22T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into their weekly 'Friday Five'. Derrick Henry is on pace for another 2000 yard season with the Titans. The Packers have made some offensive tweaks in 2021 to help Aa...

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Deshaun Watson trade rumors, what’s at stake for Jared Goff and can the Browns overcome injuries with Lindsay Jones + a New England Patriots team visit with Matthew Fairburn from 2021-10-21T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest with the Deshaun Watson trade discussions as the deadline approaches in less than two weeks. Plus, what’s at stake for Jared Goff vs. the Rams and c...

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Doug Pederson on how NFL teams evolve in season + the 4th down revolution with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-10-20T07:05

Former Eagles head coach, Doug Pederson sits down with Robert Mays to talk about how NFL teams evolve and self-scout in season. Pederson breaks down when the process begins, how the game plan is as...

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Mailbag: A new team for Lions fans, Eagles needs, rookie QB expectations&more with Mike Sando from 2021-10-19T07:00

Mike Sando, Senior Writer of The Athletic NFL, host of the Football GM here on the Athletic Football Show, and Pro Football Hall of Fame Voter returns to the Mailbag portion of things as we hit wee...

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Cowboys top Patriots in OT, Cardinals stay unbeaten, Aaron Rodgers "owns" the Bears&more with Nate Tice from 2021-10-18T06:34

What a weird NFL Sunday in week 6, with OT thrillers, emotional press conferences, wrestling promos&more. Join Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a full recap of Sunday's action - from the Cowboys winni...

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Lamar Jackson’s dominance, a test for the Cardinals’ defense and where does the WFT go from here with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 6 picks from 2021-10-15T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice lead off this week’s “Friday Five” by talking about Lamar Jackson’s dominance this season as the Ravens take on the Chargers on Sunday. They also look at the matchups betw...

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What’s next for the Raiders, Kyler Murray vs. Baker Mayfield and questions for the Seahawks’ offense with Lindsay Jones + a Kansas City Chiefs team visit with Nate Taylor from 2021-10-14T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest with the Raiders and Jon Gruden’s resignation, including Mark Davis’ absence and what comes next with the Washington Football Team investigation. Th...

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Mailbag: Coaches helping QBs, trading for coordinators, confused about the Patriots&more with Ted Nguyen from 2021-10-13T14:24:34

The Athletic's Ted Nguyen, @FB_FilmAnalysis on Twitter, joins Robert Mays for this week's Mailbag as they dive into your voicemails and emails coming out of week 5. Which current head coaches are H...

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Addressing the Jon Gruden situation with Tashan Reed&Vic Tafur from 2021-10-12T16:56:45

The Athletic’s Tashan Reed and Vic Tafur join Robert Mays to discuss Jon Gruden’s resignation as Raiders’ head coach. They talk about the insensitive emails, the timing of the move and how owner Ma...

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Bills-Chiefs' rainy rematch, kickers can't kick, Justin Herbert&Tom Brady defy logic, the Bears can run&more with Nate Tice from 2021-10-11T07:08:36

Josh Allen tops Patrick Mahomes at a rainy Arrowhead, Justin Herbert wins in a shootout, the Chicago Bears running game stuns the Raiders, kickers can't kick in week 5 and more with Robert Mays and...

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Breaking down the Bills and Browns defense and Daniel Jones’ development with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia makes good on his bets and his Week 5 picks from 2021-10-08T07:05

The Bills defense faces their first big test of the season against the Chiefs in Week 5. Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off the “Friday Five” by discussing what they are looking to see from Buffalo...

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Stephon Gilmore traded, Justin Fields named starter and the spotlight on Kyler Murray with Lindsay Jones + a Cincinnati Bengals team visit with Paul Dehner Jr. from 2021-10-07T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down the Panthers deal for Stephon Gilmore, the Bears naming Justin Fields the starter and the spotlight on Kyler Murray and the undefeated Cardinals. Then, The ...

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Rookie QB check-in with John Beck + discussing the Urban Meyer situation with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-10-06T07:05

Robert Mays welcomes QB coach John Beck to break down what we’ve seen from the rookie QB class so far this year. Beck discusses the biggest challenges for these players in their first season as wel...

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Mailbag: Bills&Steelers concerns, the value of QBs, how to watch film, Baker Mayfield&more with Steven Ruiz from 2021-10-05T07:00

Steven Ruiz of The Ringer joins Robert Mays for the next Mailbag, taking your emails and voicemails coming out of week 4. Bills fans are worries. Steelers fans don't know what to do about Ben Roeth...

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Buccaneers-Patriots gets sloppy, the Dallas Cowboys look dangerous, Zach Wilson&Justin Fields get wins&more week 4 reaction with Nate Tice from 2021-10-04T06:24:38

Week 4 NFL action is nearing a close, and Robert Mays and Nate Tice have tons of thoughts on Sunday's slate of games. What happened in the in between Tom Brady, Bill Belichick&Buccaneers vs. Patrio...

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Previewing a loaded Week 4 slate with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s picks against the spread from 2021-10-01T08:05

The “Friday Five” this week is packed with marquee matchups. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down how Tom Brady will attack the Patriots defense before they preview Cowboys-Panthers and Cardinals-R...

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Tom Brady’s return to New England, Richard Sherman’s deal with the Bucs and what’s at stake for Ben Roethlisberger with Lindsay Jones + a New York Giants team visit with Dan Duggan from 2021-09-30T07:05

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss Richard Sherman’s deal with the Buccaneers and the WR injuries across the league. Then, they dive into Tom Brady’s return to New England, the Cardinals’ hot st...

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Examining how NFL defenses are using pressure packages in 2021 with Chris Vasseur from 2021-09-29T07:05

Robert Mays welcomes on defensive guru Chris Vasseur (aka Coach Vass) to discuss pressure packages in 2021. They examine the Panthers’ defense and how they are using pressure this season. Plus, wha...

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Mailbag: Justin Tucker's value, Matt Nagy replacements, protecting Mac Jones&more with Charles McDonald from 2021-09-28T08:00

Charles McDonald of For The Win is this week's special guest for our weekly Mailbag. Who are some coaches who could replace Matt Nagy if things continue to go south in Chicago? Is the Steelers offe...

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Packers-49ers' insane ending, Justin Fields' dud debut, the Raiders&Bills keep winning, Steelers struggles&more with Nate Tice from 2021-09-27T06:10:14

It was an insane weekend of NFL action during week 3 as the Packers and Aaron Rodgers stun the 49ers and Jimmy Garoppolo in the dying seconds, the Chiefs get upset by Justin Herbert and the Charger...

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Buccaneers-Rams preview, Josh Allen vs. WFT defense&Chargers’ early-down issues with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 3 picks from 2021-09-24T07:05

In another edition of the “Friday Five,” Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down what they are watching heading into the weekend. They preview Buccaneers-Rams and Josh Allen vs. the WFT defense. They ...

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QB injuries, Justin Fields’ first start and questions for the 49ers with Lindsay Jones + a Denver Broncos team visit with Nick Kosmider from 2021-09-23T07:05

Lindsay Jones and Robert Mays kick things off by breaking down all of the quarterback injuries across the league. Then they discuss what’s at stake for Jameis Winston this week, Justin Fields’ firs...

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Inside Monday Night Football with Louis Riddick + breaking down the WFT’s defensive line and Steelers’ offense with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-09-22T07:05

ESPN analyst Louis Riddick joins Robert Mays to discuss what goes into the Monday Night Football broadcast. Louis also gives his assessment of the Packers and he explains why he’s expecting a big y...

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Mailbag: Mac Jones' trajectory, Bears concerns, Colts questions, Bills burdens&more with Stephen Holder from 2021-09-21T05:00

National NFL Writer for The Athletic, Stephen Holder, joins Robert Mays for this weeks listener mailbag with topics such as Mac Jones' trajectory in New England, Chicago Bears concerns with Justin ...

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Lamar Jackson flips past the Chiefs, the Cowboys edge the Chargers, Kyler Murray carries the Cardinals&more with Nate Tice from 2021-09-20T06:10:11

Robert Mays and Nate Tice bring you all the week 2 headlines as Lamar Jackson finally edges Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, the Cowboys and Dak Prescott barely scrape by Justin Herbert and the Los ...

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5 things to watch in Week 2 + picks against the spread with Nate Tice and Sheil Kapadia from 2021-09-17T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice debut the “Friday Five” segment where they talk about the top things they are watching heading into the weekend. They discuss the excitement surrounding DeVonta Smith, Dak...

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Who has the most at stake this week with Lindsay Jones + a Seattle Seahawks team visit with Michael-Shawn Dugar from 2021-09-16T07:05

The Athletic’s Lindsay Jones joins Robert Mays to break down all the news and notes across the league, including Ryan Fitzpatrick’s injury, OBJ’s status for Sunday and Urban Meyer’s comments regard...

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The rise of the Brandon Staley defense and how NFL offenses should respond with Jourdan Rodrigue + Examining Week 1 with Mitchell Schwartz from 2021-09-15T07:05

Robert Mays sits down with The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue for an in-depth conversation on the rise of the Brandon Staley defense. Jourdan discusses her research and how NFL offenses are looking to...

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Mailbag: Vikings fans want change, Eagles illusions, Carson Wentz&the Colts, new jersey numbers&more with Mike Sando from 2021-09-14T08:00

The Athletic's Senior Writer / Football GM co-host Mike Sando joins Robert Mays for the first Athletic Football Show mailbag of the season as Minnesota Vikings fans aren't happy, Colts fans are cur...

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The Chiefs outlast the Browns, Justin Herbert shows out, the Saints shock the Packers&more with Nate Tice from 2021-09-13T06:02:23

Week 1 of NFL action has wrapped up as the Kansas City Chiefs topped the Cleveland Browns, the Steelers settle down the Bills offense, Aaron Rodgers and the Packers lay an egg in New Orleans, Justi...

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Week 1 picks, predicting end-of-year awards, Super Bowl&more mini-contests with Nate Tice&Sheil Kapadia from 2021-09-10T07:00

We're kicking off our weekly Friday Fun here on the Athletic Football Show with our first Mini-Contest of the year as Sheil Kapadia and Nate Tice go head-to-head in a winner-take-all battle for the...

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AFC West preview with Mitchell Schwartz - Chiefs, Chargers, Broncos&Raiders from 2021-09-09T07:05

Robert Mays welcomes Super Bowl LIV champion and All-Pro OT Mitchell Schwartz to preview the AFC West. Can the new additions on the Chiefs’ offensive line protect Patrick Mahomes? What will year tw...

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AFC South preview with Lindsay Jones - Titans, Colts, Jaguars&Texans from 2021-09-08T07:00

Robert Mays continues the division previews on The Athletic Football Show with a deep dive on the AFC South with The Athletic's Lindsay Jones. What can we expect out of Trevor Lawrence in year one?...

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NFC East preview with Sheil Kapadia - Cowboys, WFT, Giants&Eagles from 2021-09-07T07:05

The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC East. Will the return of Dak Prescott and the addition of Dan Quinn lead the Cowboys back to the playoffs? Can Ryan Fitz...

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AFC North preview with Nate Tice - Browns, Ravens, Steelers&Bengals from 2021-09-06T07:05

Nate Tice and Robert Mays continue The Athletic Football Show’s division preview series with the AFC North. Are the Browns true Super Bowl contenders? What is the evolution of the Ravens passing ga...

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NFC West preview with Mike Sando - Rams, 49ers, Seahawks&Cardinals from 2021-09-03T08:05

The Athletic’s Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to discuss a division he knows very well, the NFC West. Can Matthew Stafford lead the Rams back to the Super Bowl? When will we see Trey Lance in San Fra...

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NFC South preview with Mina Kimes - Buccaneers, Saints, Panthers&Falcons from 2021-09-02T07:00

ESPN's Mina Kimes joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC South. How good will the Bucs be? How surprising is it that Sean Payton went with Jameis Winston in New Orleans? What about the Sam...

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AFC East preview with Bill Barnwell - Patriots, Bills, Dolphins&Jets from 2021-09-01T07:00

Bill Barnwell returns to The Athletic Football Show as he and Robert Mays dissect the AFC East. What should we make of Cam Newton's release? Is Josh Allen in the MVP convo for 2021? Are we Tua Tago...

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NFC North preview with Nate Tice - Bears, Packers, Vikings&Lions from 2021-08-31T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to The Athletic Football Show with their annual division previews, kicking things off with Robert and Nate's favorite division, the NFC North. What x-factors could ...

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How to watch college football as an NFL fan with Andy Staples&Giants and Vikings camp visits from 2021-08-27T07:05

What should NFL fans be watching for this college football season? The Athletic’s Andy Staples and Robert Mays discuss the QBs, coaches and other top talent to monitor this year. Plus, Giants repor...

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Defenses we're most excited to watch in 2021 with Nate Tice&Bears camp visit with Adam Jahns from 2021-08-25T07:00

We've gone over the offenses to look out for this season, but what about the defenses? Nate Tice joins Robert as they each bring a list of teams they can't wait to watch take the field in 2021 - fr...

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NFL news roundup with Lindsay Jones, fantasy draft value hunting with Jake Ciely&Packers camp visit with Matt Schneidman from 2021-08-24T13:44:54

Robert and Lindsay kick off the week catching up on NFL headlines, from the battle between Cam Newton and Mac Jones, Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Trey Lance and more. Then Robert welcomes Jake Ciely of The ...

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Top 10 offenses with Sheil Kapadia, a Bengals team visit with Paul Dehner Jr.&discussing Joe Burrow’s progress with Cincinnati’s OC Brian Callahan from 2021-08-20T07:05

With Week 1 right around the corner, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays to discuss the NFL’s top 10 offenses. Then, Bengals reporter Paul Dehner Jr. chats with Robert about Cincinnati’s...

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Most intriguing first-year play callers, a Lions team visit&the wave of defensive evolution with Rams secondary coach/passing game coordinator Ejiro Evero from 2021-08-18T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice examine the most intriguing first-year play callers heading into the 2021 season. They predict how these coaches will shape the offense, the level of impact it will have o...

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Teams on the cusp&how they can win a title with Lindsay Jones&Cowboys camp check-in with Jon Machota from 2021-08-17T07:00

What do teams on the cusp of a Super Bowl title like the Browns, Bills, Packers, Ravens, Seahawks and more need to do get over the hump? Robert and Lindsay Jones discuss the changes that have been ...

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Veteran QBs in new places / rapid fire rookies with Nate Tice&Rams camp visit with Jourdan Rodrigue from 2021-08-13T07:00

Matthew Stafford as a Ram. Sam Darnold as a Carolina Panther. Ryan Fitzpatrick in Washington. What can we expect from the veteran QBs with new homes in 2021 after the insane precedent Tom Brady set...

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Teams stuck in the middle with Bill Barnwell&a Chargers team visit with Daniel Popper from 2021-08-11T07:05

Robert Mays sits down with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell to discuss the teams stuck in the middle of the NFL power rankings. They present six teams, how they got in this position and why it’s difficult to s...

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Big contract news, defining success for first-year head coaches with Lindsay Jones&processing the Panthers with Joe Person from 2021-08-10T06:12:22

What affect do the Josh Allen, Darius Leonard and Xavien Howard contracts have on the rest of the league? How do we define success for first-year head coaches like Urban Meyer, Dan Campbell, Arthur...

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Coaches at a crossroads, a Falcons team visit and talking Trevor Lawrence with Jaguars OC Darrell Bevell from 2021-08-06T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the coaches at a crossroads heading into the 2021 season. Some of which have a lot to prove, others face a pivotal moment in their career. Plus, The Athletic’s Fal...

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10 breakthrough players for 2021 with Nate Tice, Buccaneers camp with Greg Auman&Tampa's offensive evolution with Byron Leftwich&Bruce Arians from 2021-08-04T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring 5 names to the table of players that could have breakout seasons in 2021, from a few different CBs to watch out for, potential defensive threats&more, they reve...

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Players with most at stake in 2021, Carson Wentz’s injury and Dolphins&Bills team visits from 2021-08-03T07:05

Which players have the most at stake in 2021? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones are together in Miami to examine who has the most on the line this season. They also discuss their impressions from Dolph...

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Xavien Howard’s trade request, Colts&Browns team visits and a look inside camp with Cleveland TE coach Drew Petzing from 2021-07-30T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the latest news and notes across the league including Aaron Rodgers’ candid press conference, Xavien Howard’s trade request and more. Plus, Robert’s training camp ...

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QB Tiers with Mike Sando - ranking the 2021 starting quarterbacks from 2021-07-28T07:00

Mike Sando's annual 'QB Tiers' has been a staple of the NFL beat for years. Now Mike joins our own Robert Mays for full reaction to the piece as it drops. Which QBs deserved to be tier 1? Who has n...

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Aaron Rodgers news, Deshaun Watson update, QB battles for the Saints&Broncos, Rams offense&more camp kickoff from 2021-07-27T07:00

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones return as training camps arrive with a fresh dose of Aaron Rodgers news in Green Bay, the Deshaun Watson situation taking a turn in Houston, QB battles taking shape in...

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Canton Court: Making a case for the Hall of Fame from 2021-07-21T07:05

The Canton Court is officially open for session! Robert Mays and Nate Tice each present three players and why they believe they deserve a spot in the Hall of Fame. They back up their cases with sta...

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2021 Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet with Josh Norris and Evan Silva from 2021-07-14T07:00

Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy and Evan Silva of Establish the Run join Robert Mays for a special look-ahead to the fantasy football season. Which players should you take early? Where should you d...

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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons GM Terry Fontenot from 2021-07-09T07:05

New Falcons GM Terry Fontenot joins Robert Mays for the final installment of The Athletic’s Offseason Interview Series. Fontenot discusses his approach to Atlanta’s salary cap situation and why the...

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2021 versions of 2020 stars - who are this year’s Josh Allen, Brandon Staley, Justin Jefferson, Cleveland Browns&more? from 2021-07-07T07:00

Who are the 2021 versions of NFL standouts from 2020 like QB Josh Allen, coach Brandon Staley, the Cleveland Browns surprising season and more? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look ahead to 2021 through ...

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Offseason Interview Series: Colts GM Chris Ballard from 2021-07-02T07:00

Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series by welcoming Colts GM Chris Ballard to the show. Chris details his time in Chicago, the move to trade for Carson Wentz, his biggest weakness as ...

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1st Annual Hall of Very Good Induction - which non-HOF players are worth remembering? from 2021-06-30T07:00

When the subject of potential Pro Football Hall of Famers come up, the response is sometimes "Nope, he belongs in the Hall of Very Good." So what would such a Hall actually look like? Robert Mays a...

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Offseason Interview Series: Chargers head coach Brandon Staley from 2021-06-25T07:05

Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series with Chargers new head coach Brandon Staley. Staley discusses what has surprised him the most about his new role, the importance of conceptualiz...

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A historic NFL moment&playing Roster Doctor with Lindsay Jones&Nate Tice from 2021-06-23T07:00

Which NFL rosters have improved the most headed into 2021? Which teams worry us the most? And which ones fall into our "What the Hell?" category? Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones both bring team names t...

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Where NFL defenses are going with Nate Tice&PFF's Diante Lee from 2021-06-18T07:00

Pro Football Focus' Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a wide look at NFL defenses. Which trends are taking the current league by storm, and which ones are the trends of the future? Fro...

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Offseason Interview Series: Jets head coach Robert Saleh from 2021-06-16T07:05

New Jets head coach Robert Saleh sits down with Robert Mays for the latest episode of The Athletic’s Offseason Interview Series. They discuss Saleh’s roster collaboration with GM Joe Douglas, the p...

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Offseason Interview Series: Browns GM Andrew Berry + Analyzing the Aaron Rodgers Drama with Matt Schneidman from 2021-06-11T07:00

The Offseason Interview Series continues as Robert welcomes Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry to discuss his philosophy on building a team, the draft, analytics and more. Plus Robert welcomes The At...

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Julio Jones trade&ranking the top NFL coaches with Lindsay Jones&Nate Tice from 2021-06-08T07:00

How would we rank the top coaches in today's NFL? Who are the best up-and-coming names? Who are the best play callers? Robert Mays welcomes Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones for part 3 of their list seri...

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5 lessons from studying the NFL’s best offenses from 2021-06-04T07:05

What team would be the best fit for Julio Jones? Robert and Nate weigh in and discuss what it will take to land the wide receiver. Then they dive into five key lessons they’ve learned from studying...

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Offseason Interview Series: Defensive coaching legend Wade Phillips from 2021-06-03T07:00

Wade Phillips, former coach for the Cowboys, Texans, Broncos, Rams, Chargers, Saints, Eagles, Oilers and more joins Robert Mays to talk all things defense. What was it like starting as a coach in t...

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Most Valuable Non-QB Draft with Nate Tice&Lindsay Jones from 2021-05-28T07:00

After their Most Valuable QB Draft went down without a hitch last week, Lindsay, Nate and Robert return to draft the best non-QBs in the NFL. Who will be at the top of the list? Which positions cou...

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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons QB Matt Ryan from 2021-05-25T07:00

Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series with special guest Matt Ryan - Falcons QB, Pro Bowler&face of the franchise for a decade plus. How does he feel about the Julio Jones stuff? Was...

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 2 of 3 from 2021-05-23T17:00

Part Two of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the com...

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 1 of 3 from 2021-05-23T16:00

Part One of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode we hear from The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann about how th...

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 1 of 3 from 2021-05-23T16:00

Part One of The Athletic’s Origins story for Dell Technologies ‘Small Business Podference’ series. In this episode we hear from The Athletic’s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann about how th...

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Offseason Interview Series: Lions GM Brad Holmes from 2021-05-21T07:05

On the first edition of The Athletic Football Show Offseason Interview Series, Robert Mays sits down with new Lions GM Brad Holmes. They discuss Holmes’ acclimation to the role and the state of Det...

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Most Valuable QB Draft with Nate Tice&Lindsay Jones from 2021-05-19T15:22

Based on age, contract and of course, traits, how will our panel of experts draft the league's best QB's? Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones both join the pod for a special Most Valuable QB Draft. Who wil...

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Chargers’ hype, Sam Darnold’s fit in Carolina, the Colts’ roster approach and more: Answering all of your NFL questions from 2021-05-12T07:05

Can the Chargers live up to the hype? How will Sam Darnold fit in Joe Brady’s offense? What price is too high for a proven QB? Robert Mays and Nate Tice answer your offseason questions. They also d...

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NFL Draft review - who owned the weekend, most exciting picks, under-the-radar hauls, Aaron Rodgers&more from 2021-05-03T07:00

Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to The Athletic Football Show for a full reaction to the 2021 NFL Draft. Which teams hauls had us the most impressed? What areas still need to be addressed? Who wer...

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Draft Night Special: Trey Lance to the 49ers, Justin Fields to the Bears&more shocking moves from round 1 from 2021-04-30T05:15

Robert Mays, Nate Tice, Lindsay Jones and Dane Brugler bring you live reaction from the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. How shocked were we that the 49ers drafted QB Trey Lance? How excited was ...

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NFL Draft final big questions with Lindsay Jones from 2021-04-28T08:00

What will the Falcons do at pick 4? What will the "non-pandemic" NFL Draft look like? Which teams trade into the top 10? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones bring some final big questions to the air in t...

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Lessons learned during the 2021 NFL Draft process with Dane Brugler&Lance Zierlein from 2021-04-27T07:00

The Athletic's NFL Draft podcast 'Prospects to Pros' with Dane Brugler and Lance Zierlein join Robert Mays to discuss some big takeaways from the process of scouting the 2021 NFL Draft class, from ...

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Top 10 mock draft with The Athletic NFL Staff from 2021-04-23T07:05

With the NFL Draft less than one week away, Robert Mays teams up with The Athletic’s beat writers for a top 10 mock draft. Which QB with the 49ers take at No. 3? Do the Bengals go WR or OL? Who wil...

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Jay Gruden on the coach's role in the draft process&how to develop prospects with Nate Tice from 2021-04-21T07:00

Former Washington head coach and long-time NFL offensive coordinator Jay Gruden joins Robert Mays to discuss his role in the draft room, scouting prospects, finding players like Terry McLaurin, wha...

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Draft prospect scheme fits with Matt Bowen&cornerback class deep dive with Mike Renner from 2021-04-20T07:00

We know most teams tend to draft either for value or position of need. But which player in the 2021 draft class could fit with certain teams because of their unique skillsets or the way they fit in...

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Lessons from past NFL Draft mistakes with Nate Tice + evaluating the edge rushers with Benjamin Solak from 2021-04-16T07:05

What can we learn from previous NFL Draft mistakes? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look back on past misses and the lessons teams can learn as the approach this year’s draft. Plus, The Draft Network’s B...

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NFL Draft o-line break down with Brandon Thorn from 2021-04-14T07:05

Robert is joined by Trench Warfare owner Brandon Thorn to break down a deep 2021 NFL Draft offensive line class, from top guys like Penei Sewell, Teven Jenkins, Rashawn Slater, and Christian Darris...

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Julian Edelman retires, teams “one draft away” with Lindsay Jones&the Rams’ unique draft strategy with Jourdan Rodrigue from 2021-04-13T07:00

Every offseason, we hear chatter like "they're just one draft away from a Super Bowl," or "All they need to do is hit on defense in the draft." But which teams are REALLY maybe only a draft away fr...

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Examining the best and worst drafting teams with Bill Barnwell from 2021-04-09T07:05

Which teams have nailed the NFL Draft over the past five seasons? Which teams have not? Robert Mays and ESPN’s Bill Barnwell dive deep into the data to determine the best and worst drafting teams, ...

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Top 10 WR prospects of 2021 from 2021-04-07T07:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their 2021 NFL Draft coverage by assessing the top pass catchers. They discuss their fascination with Kyle Pitts, Devonta Smith’s size and whether or not Ja'Marr ...

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Sam Darnold trade reaction&NFL Draft player comparisons with Lindsay Jones&Danny Kelly from 2021-04-06T07:00

Following the Panthers' decision to trade away a few picks for Jets QB Sam Darnold, Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones react to both sides of the conversation. Did Carolina spend too much? What's the Je...

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Remaining QB questions with Lindsay Jones + how schematic trends may shape the NFL Draft with Seth Galina from 2021-04-02T07:05

Who will the 49ers target now that they’ve traded up? What will the Falcons do with the No. 4 pick? Are the Broncos desperate to add competition to the quarterback room? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jon...

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Top 5 QBs of the 2021 NFL Draft deep dive from 2021-03-31T07:05

Robert and Nate break down the five best quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Trey Lance, Zach Wilson, and Mac Jones, evaluating their respective strengths and wea...

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Top 5 QBs of the 2021 NFL Draft deep dive from 2021-03-31T07:05

Robert and Nate break down the five best quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Trey Lance, Zach Wilson, and Mac Jones, evaluating their respective strengths and wea...

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Daniel Jeremiah talks Mac Jones rumors, his favorite prospects, going from scout to broadcaster&more from 2021-03-29T07:00

NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah joins Robert Mays to react to the stunning 49ers trade up and their rumored interest in Alabama QB Mac Jones, plus DJ brings his list of favorite prospects...

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Breaking: 49ers trade up to pick 3, then the Dolphins secure pick 6 from the Eagles from 2021-03-26T19:42

Robert Mays is joined by The Athletic's Mike Sando of the Football GM podcast to react to the breaking news of the 49ers jumping up to pick 3, then the Dolphins trading back into the top 10 after f...

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Beginner’s guide to the 2021 NFL Draft with Dane Brugler from 2021-03-26T07:05

With just over one month until the 2021 NFL Draft, The Athletic’s Draft analyst Dane Brugler joins Robert Mays to discuss everything you need to know about the league's top prospects. What are the ...

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NFL Free Agency: the remaining questions&the latest on Deshaun Watson from 2021-03-24T07:05

First, Robert and Lindsay discuss Deshaun Watson and the sexual assault allegations he’s facing in sixteen civil lawsuits brought against him, what’s happening on the NFL-side of things, and how lo...

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Confused by JuJu, Daniel Jones has no excuse, the Broncos might be back, Raiders risks&more free agency lessons with Nate Tice from 2021-03-23T07:00

After a week of free agency, what have the transactions told us about certain teams? Are the Giants all-in now? What kind of risk are the Raiders taking? Is this a make-or-break year for Kliff King...

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Free Agency Day 4: New NFL TV contracts, Mitchell Trubisky to the Bills, Bears moving on from Kyle Fuller&more with Lindsay Jones from 2021-03-19T07:05

As NFL free agency continues, the league announces new TV contracts through the 2033 season. Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the streaming age of football before diving into the Bills deal fo...

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Free Agency Day 3: 49ers&Panthers start spending, the Jaguars get involved, the Cardinals'&Raiders' head-scratching strategies&more with Sheil Kapadia from 2021-03-18T07:00

Catch up on another day of NFL free agency action as Robert Mays and Sheil Kapadia review some of the biggest news as Haason Reddick heads to Carolina, the 49ers break the bank to keep Trent Willia...

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Free Agency Day 2: Andy Dalton to the Bears, Jets&Patriots stay active, Ryan Fitzpatrick to Washington, favorite signings&more with Nate Tice from 2021-03-17T07:00

Day 2 of the NFL's legal tampering period was full of headlines, from Ryan Fitzpatrick signing with Washington, to the Jets making multiple signings, the Patriots staying active, Leonard Williams s...

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Free Agency Day 1: Patriots make moves, big OL deals&more with Lindsay Jones + the players' side of free agency with Geoff Schwartz from 2021-03-16T07:00

It was a busier than expected day 1 of the NFL tampering period. Lindsay Jones joins Robert Mays to react to some of the biggest deals including Joe Thuney to the Chiefs, the Bucs keeping Shaq Barr...

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Under-the-radar free agents with Nate Tice + crafting the perfect Jaguars’ offseason with Richard Johnson from 2021-03-12T08:05

Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the show by discussing the surprise cuts on the Chiefs’ offensive line as well as Matt Milano’s four-year extension with the Bills. Then they dive into several under...

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NFL free agency reverse engineering with Jason Fitzgerald&franchise tag deadline day breakdown with Lindsay Jones from 2021-03-10T08:05

First, Robert and Lindsay recap NFL franchise tag deadline day, discussing the biggest takeaways from guys that got tagged, like Cam Robinson and Marcus Williams, and guys that didn’t, like Kenny G...

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Dissecting Dak Prescott's record-breaking deal&QB movement around the NFL with Mike Sando + Joel Corry on the agent's side of negotiations from 2021-03-09T07:00

What should we think of Dak Prescott's record-breaking contract with the Cowboys and what kind of precedent does it set for the rest of the NFL? The Athletic's QB Guru Mike Sando of The Football GM...

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Louis Riddick on how NFL front offices approach free agency + Russell Wilson trade rumors&rule changes with Nate Tice from 2021-03-05T08:05

ESPN analyst and Monday Night Football color commentator Louis Riddick joins The Athletic’s Robert Mays to assess free agency through the lens of NFL front offices. Riddick discusses his time as a ...

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NFL free agency finances, and the NFLPA’s George Atallah joins to talk salary cap, CBA, vaccines, and much more from 2021-03-03T08:05

First, Robert and Lindsay break down the overall financial landscape, and realities of a depressed salary cap, heading into the free agency period, and how some of the uncertainty about the cap wil...

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J.J. Watt to the Cardinals&previewing the top free agents with Sheil Kapadia from 2021-03-01T08:00

J.J. Watt has a new home in Arizona. What can Cardinals fans expect from their new pass-rusher? Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays to react to the trade and bring his top 50 free agents for the 2021 o...

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The biggest question facing each AFC team this offseason from 2021-02-25T08:05

After assessing the biggest questions facing the NFC, on this episode, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones shift their attention to the AFC. What does year two hold for Joe Borrow? Will th...

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The biggest question facing each NFC team this offseason from 2021-02-23T08:00

The 2021 NFL season has already been crazy and we aren't even officially at free agency. What are the biggest questions for each team in the NFL as they make franchise-altering choices this offseas...

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When we'll be back&a preview of The Artist&The Athlete from 2021-02-19T08:00

Robert Mays brings you a quick update on when the Athletic Football Show will be back to regularly-scheduled programming, where you can fill your Carson Wentz trade needs and brings you an exclusiv...

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What we learned during the 2020 NFL season&the biggest storylines we're watching this offseason from 2021-02-10T19:10:30

The 2020 NFL season was full of unexpected moments, health protocols, crazy personnel moves and more. Which moments will we remember the most about 2020, and what offseason storylines are we follow...

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Super Bowl LV: How the Bucs stopped Patrick Mahomes, inside Bruce Arians' game plan&Tom Brady wins his 7th ring from 2021-02-08T05:35:03

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are the Super Bowl LV Champions! How did the Bucs' defensive scheme under Todd Bowles keep Patrick Mahomes at Bay? What are the secrets of how Bruce Arians&Byron Leftwich's...

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Carson Palmer on Bruce Arians, Deshaun Watson&more + Nate Tice&Ted Nguyen's Super Bowl LV Xs&Os from 2021-02-05T16:32

Former NFL QB Carson Palmer joins the show to discuss playing QB for Bruce Arians, advice for Matthew Stafford and Deshaun Watson and details his mindset late in his career. Plus The Athletic's foo...

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Brad Childress on Andy Reid's coaching evolution + 10 under-the-radar players to watch in Super Bowl LV from 2021-02-04T08:00

Former NFL coach Brad Childress joins Robert Mays to discuss his experience and relationship with Andy Reid and how the Chiefs' head coach has evolved as a play caller, scout and coach overall. But...

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How the Buccaneers&Chiefs were built with Greg Auman&Nate Taylor from 2021-02-03T08:05

What steps did the Buccaneers and Chiefs take in 2020 to help them reach the Super Bowl? The Athletic's Bucs and Chiefs writers Greg Auman and Nate Taylor join Robert Mays for an extended deep dive...

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Super Bowl LV analytics with Sheil Kapadia and assessing Bruce Arians’ offense with Ryan Lindley from 2021-02-02T08:05

The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Sheil Kapadia kick off Super Bowl week by discussing 10 stats that could play a key role in the Chiefs-Bucs matchup. Then, former NFL quarterback Ryan Lindley joins t...

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Matthew Stafford trade pros&cons for the Rams&Lions - why'd they make the move? from 2021-02-01T01:58

The Rams and Lions set the NFL world on fire Saturday by announcing a blockbuster trade that would send QB Matthew Stafford to the Rams in exchange for Jared Goff, 2022&2023 1st round picks&a 2021 ...

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Super Bowl betting extravaganza, part 1 from 2021-01-29T13:23

The Super Bowl is still more than a week away, but that doesn't mean we can't already start talking about our favorite ways to bet the game. Sure, we're going to be playing the line, be it on the C...

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Matthew Stafford, Julio Jones, 2021 salary cap and more: Answering your NFL questions from 2021-01-28T08:05

Is Matthew Stafford tall enough to play QB for the Broncos? What would be a reasonable trade package for Julio Jones at this stage in his career? The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones answer...

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NFL final four: lessons learned with Terez Paylor, and an Atlanta Falcons Team Visit with Tori McElhaney from 2021-01-27T14:40:01

Robert is joined by Yahoo Sports’ Terez Paylor to review lessons learned from the NFL’s four conference championship teams, and discuss the murky Jared Goff situation in LA, ideal Matthew Stafford ...

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Chiefs&Bucs advance to Super Bowl LV; what's next for Aaron Rodgers, the Bills&more in our Conference Championship recap from 2021-01-25T05:38:09

The Super Bowl is set! Patrick Mahomes returns to face Tom Brady in his 10th Super Bowl appearance. What happens next for the Bills following the loss, and do they have room to improve this offseas...

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Conference Championship best bets and picks against the spread from 2021-01-22T08:05

In the opinion of one of our two hosts, this is the best NFL weekend of the season. Championship weekend routinely brings together at least three of the four best teams in the league, if not all fo...

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Philip Rivers retires, Patrick Mahomes’ limited practice and previewing the conference championships from 2021-01-21T08:05

Is Philip Rivers a Hall of Famer? The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones look back on the quarterback’s 17-year career as they discuss his retirement. Then, they talk about the latest with Pa...

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Deshaun Watson, Brandon Staley, Eric Bieniemy, and more: NFL headlines with Mike Sando, and a Kansas City Chiefs Team Visit with Nate Taylor from 2021-01-20T08:05

First up, The Athletic’s Mike Sando joins the show to run through a number of headlines, hirings, rumblings, and general goings-on around the NFL over the last week or so, including Deshaun Watson’...

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Divisional round game-by-game recap - the Chiefs, Bills, Bucs&Packers move on…what’s next for the Browns, Ravens, Saints&Rams? from 2021-01-18T06:04:54

An exciting weekend of NFL divisional round action has wrapped up with some huge storylines leading the way. What do the Chiefs do about Patrick Mahomes? What's next for Drew Brees and the Saints? ...

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Divisional Round best bets and picks against the spread from 2021-01-15T08:05

The NFL is down to its final eight teams, which means we're running out of opportunities to bet on the league this season. Michael Beller and Vic Tafur have you covered on this week's precious few ...

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Bears sticking with Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy, Seahawks part ways with Brian Schottenheimer and a divisional round preview from 2021-01-14T08:05

Before diving into a divisional round preview, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest organizational moves across the NFL. Robert gives his thoughts on the Bears decision t...

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NFL Coaching Carousel with Peter King, Wild Card Weekend postmortem with Sheil Kapadia from 2021-01-13T08:05

First, Robert is joined by the legendary Peter King to discuss the already-underway NFL Coaching Carousel, as teams start to fill the vacancies on their respective staffs, including the Eagles, loo...

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Wild Card game-by-game recap - the Browns&Bills break the curse, the Rams, Ravens, Buccaneers&Saints also advance from 2021-01-11T09:41:02

Wild Card weekend wraps with a Browns victory over the favored Steelers as Cleveland moves on to face Kansas City. Robert Mays and Nate Tice go game-by-game through the best moments of the weekend,...

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Wild Card Weekend picks against the spread from 2021-01-08T08:05

The most wonderful time of the year may be behind us, but the most wonderful time of the NFL season is just beginning. The playoffs are here, with Saturday kicking the first ever six-game Wild Card...

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Wild-card weekend preview from 2021-01-07T19:54:49

The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones bring you the latest with the Browns’ COVID-19 situation ahead of the playoffs. They also discuss the Texans decision to hire Nick Caserio as well as Jo...

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Bill Barnwell returns to discuss lessons learned from the 2020 NFL season, and Jeff Zriebec joins for a Baltimore Ravens Team Visit from 2021-01-06T08:05

Robert welcomes ESPN’s Bill Barnwell to the show to take a look back at the 2020 NFL season and discuss the lessons we’ve learned along the way, and what we should take with us into the future. Plu...

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The playoffs are set, the Browns end the drought, Washington stumbles in, Titans, Rams, Cardinals concerns&more in our week 17 reaction from 2021-01-04T08:54:34

After a tumultuous 2020 (to put it lightly) we got through the NFL regular season, the playoffs are set, and we're looking to the postseason. The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice put a bow on w...

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AFC&NFC playoff implications in our week 17 preview from 2020-12-31T08:05

Week 17 is finally here and there is plenty at stake in both the AFC and NFC. The Athletic’s Robert Marys and Lindsay Jones break down all of the playoff implications. First they discuss the quarte...

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All-Pro Team picks with Nate Tice, Darius Butler, and Brandon Thorn from 2020-12-30T08:05

Robert is joined by The Athletic Football Show’s Nate Tice, former NFL cornerback and co-host of The Man to Man Pod, Darius Butler, and Trench Warfare Newsletter’s Brandon Thorn, to give their expe...

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Aaron Rodgers’ MVP chances, the Steelers&Seahawks clinch, the Colts, Rams&Browns are in trouble, the Bears keep winning&more in our week 16 reaction from 2020-12-28T08:08

The 2020 NFL Playoff seedings look a little more clear following week 16. Join The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice for full reaction to the biggest stories, including why Aaron Rodgers should ...

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Gifts for NFL teams, games with playoff implications, Rivers vs. Roethlisberger, Coach of the Year, MVP&more in our week 16 preview from 2020-12-24T08:04

It's a special Holiday edition of The Athletic Football Show with Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones. First, they discuss the 3 biggest games with playoff implications this weekend, Titans vs. Packers, ...

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Seth Meyers talks Pittsburgh Steelers fandom, Sheil Kapadia analyzes teams with high picks in the NFL Draft, and Kat Terrell joins for a New Orleans Saints Team Visit from 2020-12-23T08:05

First up, Robert welcomes the host of Late Night with Seth Meyers, and avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, Seth Meyers to the show to discuss the emotional arc of this Steelers season, his expectations f...

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The Jets lose by winning, Mahomes vs. Brees, Wild Card threat index, debating the Bills and Packers, the Bears find a groove&more in our week 15 reaction from 2020-12-21T08:25:50

It was a weekend of NFL football that will impact the league this season and possibly for seasons to come. How big of a deal is it that the Jets won a game? What should we make of the Chiefs' victo...

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Week 15 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-12-18T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 15 DFS slate. They discuss the high-priced players who should be at the center of your lineups, ...

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Questions for the Saints, Washington’s defense vs. Russell Wilson and football in the UK with Mark Chapman in our week 15 preview from 2020-12-17T08:05

In what looked to be a Super Bowl preview a few weeks ago, Saints vs. Chiefs presents big questions in Week 15. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones preview the game and break down why New ...

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Matthew Bowen picks the best play designers in the NFL and an Indianapolis Colts Team Visit with Stephen Holder and Zak Keefer from 2020-12-16T08:05

First up, Robert welcomes ESPN’s Matthew Bowen to the show to give his thoughts on the best play designers and play callers in the NFL this season, including perennial favorites like Kyle Shanahan,...

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The AFC playoff picture takes shape, Jalen Hurts ignites the Eagles, Washington’s defense dominates, Colts, Saints, Vikings&more in our week 14 reaction from 2020-12-14T08:22:47

After a crazy week 14 in the NFL, we now have a clearer picture of which teams have a chance to make a postseason run. Could the Bills give the Chiefs a run for their money? Join The Athletic's Rob...

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Week 14 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-12-11T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 14 DFS slate. They discuss an abundance of attractive players across the three major positions p...

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AFC playoff race heats up, what's at stake for Doug Pederson and examining the Bills' offense with Ted Nguyen in our week 14 preview from 2020-12-10T08:05

The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down a stacked week 14 slate in the AFC as the playoff race heats up. Should we have concern about the Steelers? Is Monday night a must-win for th...

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The QB Carousel with Mike Sando and a Seattle Seahawks Team Visit with Michael-Shawn Dugar from 2020-12-09T08:05

First up, Robert is joined by The Athletic’s own Mike Sando to look ahead to next season’s quarterback carousel and give percentage chances of teams kicking off 2021 with a new starting QB, includi...

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The Jets&Jaguars battle for Trevor Lawrence, Jalen Hurts replaces Carson Wentz, the Browns&Giants impress, Bears problems, Colts&more in our week 13 review from 2020-12-07T15:09:19

Despite it being a very entertaining weekend of football in the NFL, perhaps the biggest storyline involves college football. Who will end up with Trevor Lawrence...the Jags or the Jets? Join Rober...

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Week 13 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-12-04T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 13 DFS slate. They discuss building lineups around an elite back or receiver, finally paying up ...

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Roger Goodell’s comments on NFL’s COVID-19 protocols, Baker Mayfield’s big test vs. Titans and plenty at stake for Bears and Lions in our week 13 preview from 2020-12-03T08:05

We finally made it to Week 13! The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down all the COVID-19 chaos that led to Wednesday football as well as Roger Goodell’s comments on the virus and whe...

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David Bakhtiari joins the show, NFL Winston Wolfe/Mike Ehrmantraut with Charles McDonald, and Zac Jackson stops by for a Cleveland Browns Team Visit from 2020-12-02T08:05

First, For The Win’s Charles McDonald joins the show and the guys play a little NFL Winston Wolfe/Mike Ehrmantraut, to lay out fixes for the Atlanta Falcons, New York Jets, Houston Texans, and Detr...

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Tyreek Hill goes off, the Titans find their groove, a Raiders mirage, debating Matt Stafford vs. Sam Darnold, Bears chaos&more in our week 12 review from 2020-11-30T08:14:17

Week 12 of NFL action has wrapped up, and it was certainly an action-packed weekend. Join The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice for their overview of the biggest headlines, from the Chiefs offen...

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Week 12 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-11-27T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 12 DFS slate. They discuss Dalvin Cook chalk, a willingness to pass on high-priced receivers, th...

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Mahomes vs. Brady, AFC South up for grabs and what to be thankful for this NFL season in our week 12 preview from 2020-11-26T08:05

It’s the Thanksgiving edition of The Athletic Football Show! Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down the big week 12 matchup between Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady. They dive into both sides of the...

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NFL Draft check-in with Dane Brugler, Jourdan Rodrigue joins for a LA Rams Team Visit from 2020-11-25T08:05

First up, Robert welcomes The Athletic’s Dane Brugler to the show to talk all-things NFL Draft, including a crowded quarterback class, headlined by Trevor Lawrence, potentially transcendent non-QBs...

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Taysom Hill shows up, Colts conquer Packers, debating Nick Chubb vs. Derrick Henry, Carson Wentz might be broken&more in our week 11 review from 2020-11-23T08:29

From Taysom Hill leading the Saints to a win in his first start, to the Colts outlasting the Packers in OT, the NFL's week 11 for 2020 was full of unexpected surprises, The Athletic's Robert Mays i...

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Week 11 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-11-20T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 11 DFS slate. They discuss Alvin Kamara and Dalvin Cook reaching CMC territory, the Jameis Winst...

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Giants fire Marc Colombo, Titans-Ravens playoff implications and plenty at stake for Jameis Winston in our week 11 preview from 2020-11-19T08:05

After a wild Wednesday in the NFL, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down the drama surrounding the Giants’ decision to fire Marc Colombo as well as Justin Herbert’s viral haircut....

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Smart Football’s Chris B. Brown calls in, a Las Vegas Raiders Team Visit with Vic Tafur and Tashan Reed, and the Miami Dolphins Defense in Ted Nguyen’s Film School from 2020-11-18T08:05

First up, Robert welcomes football internet celebrity, Chris Brown, to the show to discuss a variety of topics including Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense, what intrigues him about the Kliff Kin...

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Kyler Murray magic, Rams top Seahawks, Ben Roethlisberger has a day, buying the Dolphins&more in our week 10 reaction from 2020-11-16T07:38:54

From Kyler Murray&DeAndre Hopkins' hail mary, to the Rams topping the Seahawks, week 10 in the NFL was full of viral moments, incredible plays, and some bad ones as well. So join Robert Mays and Na...

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Week 10 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-11-13T11:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 10 DFS slate. They discuss Rams-Seahawks and Bills-Cardinals, the Mike Davis free space, a trio ...

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Seahawks-Rams divisional showdown, Tua vs. Herbert and ‘Ted Lasso’ co-creator Brendan Hunt joins the show in our week 10 preview from 2020-11-12T08:05

The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones kick things off this week by discussing the important NFC West showdown between the Seahawks and Rams. They also dive into an exciting matchup between t...

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Mailbag with Bill Barnwell and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers Team Visit with Greg Auman from 2020-11-11T08:05

First up, Robert reunites with former podcast partner, ESPN’s Bill Barnwell, to open up the mailbag and answer listener questions about fixing the Chicago Bears, rebuilding the Jets in five moves, ...

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Kyler vs. Tua, the Saints maul the Buccaneers, Patrick Mahomes is a cheat code, choosing between the Falcons&Texans&more in our week 9 reaction from 2020-11-09T08:30:41

The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the biggest stories coming out of week 9 in the NFL like the Saints' dismantling of the Buccaneers, Patrick Mahomes' insane abilities, Josh Allen o...

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Week 9 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-11-06T14:15

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 9 DFS slate. They discuss Dalvin Cook chalk, the appeal of mid-tier backs and cheap receivers, a...

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Brady vs. Brees, a test for the Dolphins’ defense and the league deals with COVID-19 in our week 9 preview from 2020-11-05T08:05

COVID-19 concerns spark big questions for week 9 across the NFL. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the latest news involving the virus as well as the quiet trade deadline this se...

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Midseason Awards with Steven Ruiz and a New England Patriots Team Visit with Jeff Howe from 2020-11-04T08:05

First, Robert is joined by Steven Ruiz, the lead NFL writer at For The Win, to step back, take stock, and hand out some midseason awards, including league MVP, Coach of the Year, Unexpected Player ...

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Packers, Rams,&Titans panic index, the Steelers still unbeaten, Colts, DK Metcalf&more in our week 8 review from 2020-11-02T08:37:27

How should Packers, Rams, and Titans fans feel after some concerning losses? Will anyone step up and beat the Steelers? And how many adjectives are there to describe what DK Metcalf is doing? Join ...

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Week 8 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-10-30T12:15

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 8 DFS slate. They discuss Alvin Kamara chalk, the appeal of Titans-Bengals, the enduring bargain...

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Dream trade scenarios, Steelers-Ravens rivalry, what’s at stake for Drew Lock&more in our Week 8 preview from 2020-10-29T07:05

With the trade deadline just days away, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones propose fake trades they would like to see happen. Who will be buyers and who will be sellers? What are the best...

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Russell Wilson’s QB coach Jake Heaps on “Let Russ Cook”, a Buffalo Bills Team Visit with Matthew Fairburn, and examining the Arizona Cardinals Offense in Ted Nguyen’s Film School from 2020-10-28T07:05

To kick things off, Robert talks to Jake Heaps, Russell Wilson’s personal QB coach, about the “Let Russ Cook” movement, Russell’s evolution into arguably the best player in the league, honing his o...

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The Steelers stay unbeaten, the Cardinals conquer, Baker Mayfield saves his job, trading for JJ Watt&more in our week 7 review from 2020-10-26T08:08

It was an entertaining as hell week 7 in the NFL, from the Steelers outlasting the Titans in the battle of the unbeatens, to Baker Mayfield saving his job with the Browns, there was no shortage of ...

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Week 7 DFS plays, and picks against the spread from 2020-10-23T13:15

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 7 DFS slate. They discuss ideal running back pairs, which typically include two high-priced back...

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Week 7: Steelers-Titans AFC showdown, Bears’ run defense and questions surrounding Zimmer and McCarthy from 2020-10-22T07:05

There is plenty to unpack with Week 7’s slate, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones look ahead to an exciting weekend of action. They break down Ryan Tannehill’s success this season as they...

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Aaron Donald joins the show, Darius Butler talks offensive production from a defensive perspective, and a Miami Dolphins Team Visit with Josh Tolentino from 2020-10-21T07:05

First up, nine-year NFL veteran, and cohost of The Man To Man With DB&AB podcast, Darius Butler joins the show to talk about why offensive production has been up so much so far this season, the lac...

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Week 6 Reaction: The Steelers keep scoring, Derrick Henry isn't fair, the Buccaneers bounce back&concerned about Cam Newton? from 2020-10-19T07:34:33

From the Tennessee Titans and Pittsburgh Steelers putting up offensive showcases to stay undefeated, to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shutting down Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers, it was a week...

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Week 6 DFS plays and picks against the spread from 2020-10-16T10:00

On this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 6 DFS slate. They discuss ideal running back pairs, a desire to pay up at receiver, a...

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Week 6: Le'Veon Bell released, Aaron Rodgers vs. Tom Brady and an intriguing test for the Steelers’ defensive line from 2020-10-15T07:05

In a surprising move this week, the Jets parted ways with Le'Veon Bell. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss what went wrong for the running back in New York. Also, Lindsay explains...

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Evan Silva fantasy stock market, a Carolina Panthers Team Visit with Joe Person, and the Kevin Stefanski Offense in Ted Nguyen’s Film School from 2020-10-14T07:05

First up, Establish the Run’s fantasy football guru Evan Silva joins the show to evaluate the fantasy season so far, including his biggest miss, early season victory lap, whose stock he’s buying an...

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Week 5 Reaction: Dallas loses Dak Prescott; the Falcons clean house, Myles Garrett, Chase Claypool&more from 2020-10-12T07:21

Week 5 in the NFL was one that could define franchises for the foreseeable future, with Cowboys QB Dak Precott going down with a gruesome ankle injury, the Falcons moving on from Dan Quinn and Thom...

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Week 5 DFS plays and picks against the spread from 2020-10-09T10:00

On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 5 DFS slate. They discuss a lack of high-priced options at running back and receiver, and what t...

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Week 5: COVID-19 concerns across NFL, Browns-Colts preview and the decision to bench Dwayne Haskins from 2020-10-08T07:05

COVID-19 cases are on the rise throughout the NFL and as the story continues to develop The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones bring you the latest on the situations with the Patriots and Tit...

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Mina Kimes breaks down NFC playoff teams, Aaron Reiss talks Bill O’Brien’s dismissal, a Detroit Lions Team Visit with Chris Burke, and more from 2020-10-07T07:05

To start, Robert welcomes ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes to the show to discuss the NFC teams currently holding a better than 50% chance of making the playoffs, break down their biggest weaknesses, an...

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Week 4 Reaction: Josh Allen’s arrival, Dallas’ lack of defense, Brady’s back&Buy or Sell? from 2020-10-05T08:11:48

Has there ever been a QB improve more from year 1 to year 2 than Josh Allen? What the hell is going on with the Cowboys' defense? And are we buying the Cardinals' offense, even with Kyler? Join The...

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Week 4 DFS plays and picks against the spread from 2020-10-02T10:45

The weekend has arrived, bringing with it 14 more Week 4 games. On this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper break down the Week 4 DFS slate. They dis...

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Week 4: Titans-Steelers postponed due to COVID-19, Andy Reid vs. Bill Belichick and Adam Gase’s hot seat from 2020-10-01T07:05

As the NFL deals with their first COVID-19 outbreak, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down what we know about the Titans’ positive cases, the impact on the schedule moving forward...

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PFF’s Sam Monson calls in, a Bears Team Visit with Adam Jahns, the evolution of Sean McVay’s Offense in Ted Nguyen’s Film School, and more from 2020-09-30T07:05

To kick things off, Robert and PFF’s Sam Monson hop into their time machine to travel back to the beginning of the summer, before they made their predictions for the season, and tell themselves a f...

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Week 3 Reaction: Another Falcons collapse, NFC questions, fixing Carson Wentz&finding the Secret Sauce from 2020-09-28T08:25

Can you believe the Falcons blew another lead? Well, maybe you can. Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the best and worst from week 3 including the benching of Mitch Trubisky, the trash of the NFC e...

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Week 3 DFS plays and picks against the spread from 2020-09-25T13:27

There are a few monster totals on the board in Week 3 (55.5 in Lions-Cardinals and Cowboys-Seahawks), and that always makes for interesting DFS and gambling weeks. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper...

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Week 3: Injury impact, stellar slate and can Dan Quinn respond? from 2020-09-24T07:05

The injuries across the NFL continue to make headlines. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss why this might be happening and how teams are adjusting. They also break down the Tyrod ...

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Joe Thomas Joins the Show, an Eagles Team Visit with Bo Wulf and Zach Berman, Analyzing the Bruce Arians Offense in Ted Nguyen’s Film School, and more from 2020-09-23T07:05

First up, Robert is joined by former Cleveland Browns offensive tackle, and future Hall of Famer, Joe Thomas to discuss the potential impacts condensed training camps will have on OL’s as the seaso...

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Week 2 Reaction: Russell Tops Cam, The Cowboys' Comeback, Buffalo’s Blooming Offense&More from 2020-09-21T07:58:28

What a week 2 it was in the NFL! Why didn't more team's buy in on Cam Newton? Did the Falcons lose or did the Cowboys win? Who won the week for week 2? And what the heck happened to the Vikings? Ro...

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Week 2 DFS Plays and Picks Against the Spread from 2020-09-18T10:00:15

Falcons-Cowboys dominates the Week 2 DFS slate, but there is plenty of goodness to be found outside that game. Michael Beller and Brandon Funston help you find it...while also talking plenty about ...

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Week 2: Baker vs. Burrow, Questions for the Cowboys and Can Russ Cook the Patriots? from 2020-09-17T07:05:32

It’s been a hectic week for wide receivers, from Michael Thomas and Chris Godwin’s injuries to Allen Robinson’s contract riff. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down all the news a...

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Week 1 QB Performances with Quincy Avery, Aaron Reiss Breaks Down the Texans, Film School with Ted Nguyen, and more from 2020-09-16T07:05:13

First up, Robert is joined by Quarterback Consultant Quincy Avery to give his thoughts on the best and worst QB performances of Week 1, including the play of Gardner Minshew, Dwayne Haskins, Tom Br...

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Week 1 Reaction: Cowboys Calls, Newton&Rodgers Return, The Lions Collapse&More from 2020-09-14T06:39:30

What an opening it was in the NFL. The Athletic's Robert Mays is joined by Nate Tice to break down the highlights of the week with a review of Mike McCarthy's decision to not take the field goal, t...

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Week 1 DFS Plays and Picks Against the Spread from 2020-09-11T22:09:40

Week 1 is here, and the first full Sunday of NFL action can't arrive soon enough. Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper get you ready for the DFS weekend ahead with their favorite plays at every positi...

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NFC South Preview&Super Bowl Picks: The Brady Bucs, Faith in the Saints, Projecting the Panthers&Who Are the Falcons? from 2020-09-10T05:20:25

For the final episode in our division previews, Robert Mays is joined by The Athletic NOLA's Katherine Terrell to preview the NFC South, Brees' "final season," what to expect from the Brady Bucs, p...

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AFC South Preview: The Transformative Titans, Rivers Takes Over Indy, Houston Has Problems&Remember the Jags? from 2020-09-09T04:00:11

The AFC South is anybody's game in 2020. Stephen Holder of The Athletic Indiana joins Robert Mays to discuss the new-look Colts with Philip Rivers at the helm, whether or not the Titans should be b...

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AFC North Preview: Ravens Ready to Roll, Potential in Pittsburgh, Changing Scheme in Cleveland&Can Burrow Lead the Bengals? from 2020-09-08T04:00:04

It’s a podcast by committee for the AFC North preview! ESPN analyst and new Monday Night Football color commentator, Louis Riddick joins Robert Mays to discuss Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ offense...

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NFC West Preview: The Favored 49ers, Seattle Seeks Middle Ground, Rams Ready to Run&Could the Cardinals Make Noise? from 2020-09-07T04:00:10

The Athletic's Mike Sando is Robert Mays' special guest for this episode as they preview the NFC West division, from their faith in Kyle Shanahan, to what Seattle is doing wrong with Russell Wilson...

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Washington's Backfield, Quarterbacks and Tight Ends to Target, and our Favorite Futures Bets from 2020-09-04T21:54:43

It's the debut episode of the joint effort between The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast and The Athletic Football Show. Every Friday, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper will round up the fantasy ne...

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AFC West Preview: Chiefs in Control, Raiders Speculation, Broncos Buzz&Can the Chargers Compete? from 2020-09-03T04:00:14

When it comes to the AFC West, we think we know what to expect with the Chiefs expected to make another push for a championship, but what about the other 3 teams? The Athletic's Lindsay Jones joins...

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NFC East Preview: Can Cowboys shine, Banged-up Eagles, Judging the Giants&A Reboot in Washington from 2020-09-02T04:00:03

Three new head coaches and plenty of storylines to follow in the NFC East this season. The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia sits down with Robert Mays to discuss the Cowboys’ potential under Mike McCarthy,...

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AFC East Preview: Patriots new offense, Bills built to contend, Jets Looking for Answers&the Post-Tank Dolphins from 2020-09-01T04:00:03

The AFC East will be without Tom Brady for the first time in 20 years, so what does the division look like heading into this season? ESPN’s Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays to discuss Cam Newton’s i...

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NFC North Preview: Bears QB Drama, Packers Need Playmakers, Debating the Vikings&Look Out for the Lions from 2020-08-31T04:00:07

The Athletic's Robert Mays kicks off The Athletic Football Show with former Wisconsin QB and NFL staffer Nate Tice as they begin their division previews with a close look at each team of the NFC No...

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The Athletic Football Show - Trailer from 2020-08-25T08:05

The Athletic Football Show is your go-to podcast for NFL coverage. staff brings you extensive audio coverage every weekday headlined by host Robert Mays with contributions from Athletic writers Lin...

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Keefer and the Beats: Jake Browning gives the Bengals hope; are the Lions in trouble; and inside Zach Wilson's wild week with the Jets from 2023-12-12T06:00

Week 14 Recap: Cowboys get their big win, Bills beat Chiefs, Lions and Texans disappoint, and more from 2023-12-11T07:00

Football GM: Changes looming in Pittsburgh, a rough week hits Buffalo, and a look at the ownership level from 2023-12-09T06:00

Week 14 Preview: Eagles-Cowboys battle for first, Bills-Chiefs need the wins, Ravens-Rams and more from 2023-12-08T01:21

In The Pocket: Dak Prescott vs. Brock Purdy for MVP, Jake Browning's heroics, and more from 2023-12-07T08:00

Prospects to Pros: Heisman finalists and the P2P maibag from 2023-12-06T08:00

Keefer and the Beats: One of the worst losses of the Mike Tomlin era in Pittsburgh? What's gone wrong in Buffalo, and can the Bills save their season? And a look at the first-place Falcons from 2023-12-05T06:00

Week 13 Recap: Niners crush Eagles, Packers knock off Chiefs, Wild Card races heat up, and more from 2023-12-04T07:10

Football GM: A unique TNF match up, 2024 QB draft class and Week 13 predictions from 2023-12-02T05:22

Week 13 Preview: 49ers-Eagles and the top of the NFC, sizing up the NFC Wild Card race, diagnosing issues on the Lions defense, and more from 2023-12-01T03:10

In The Pocket: Jordan Love's play, Russell Wilson's mini-turnaround, Andy Dalton's role in Bryce Young's growth, and more from 2023-11-30T08:00

Prospects to Pros: Mock Draft Madness and Championship Week check-in from 2023-11-29T16:00

Keefer and the Beats: Frank Reich is out, the Eagles are very in, the Chargers remain flawed, and the Colts are surprise playoff contenders from 2023-11-28T08:00

Week 12 Recap: Eagles beat Bills in OT thriller, Jaguars outlast Texans, the wild AFC Wild Card race, and more from 2023-11-27T08:05

Week 12 Preview: Jaguars-Texans, Bills-Eagles, digging deep on the Dolphins, Patriots-Giants Tankathon Watch, and more from 2023-11-23T08:00

In The Pocket: Justin Fields' return, Dak Prescott at his best, the full picture of 2023 Patrick Mahomes, and playing on Thanksgiving from 2023-11-22T20:00

Prospects to Pros: Best players to watch on Rivalry Weekend from 2023-11-22T08:00

Keefer and the Beats: The Broncos' climb, the Bears looming QB dilemma, and the Cardinals' Kyler question from 2023-11-21T06:00

Week 11 Recap: Bills get back on track, Browns score a huge win, NFC's best takes care of business, and more from 2023-11-20T06:44

Football GM: Costly injury on TNF, Deshaun Watson out for the season, and the Bills in disarray from 2023-11-18T06:00

Week 11 Preview: Eagles-Chiefs rematch, desperation in Buffalo, the Jaguars' continued offensive missteps, and more from 2023-11-17T02:52

In The Pocket: Comparing CJ Stroud&Bryce Young + was the Bills firing warranted? from 2023-11-16T08:00

Prospects to Pros: Jayden Daniels rises, and a check-in on the 2024 WR, TE and RB classes from 2023-11-15T08:00

Keefer and the Beats: The Browns get a big win, The 49ers end their slump, and the Packers amass more questions from 2023-11-14T06:00

Week 10 Recap: Texans stun Bengals, Browns beat Ravens, Lions-Chargers fireworks, jam-packed AFC playoff race, and more from 2023-11-13T07:00

Football GM: Struggles in TNF, likely MVP candidates and Week 10 predictions from 2023-11-11T08:00

Week 10 Preview: Midseason Awards, 49ers-Jaguars, Browns-Ravens, and more from 2023-11-10T03:35

In The Pocket: Will Levis takes over, Joe Burrow is back, how teams are using tempo, and more from 2023-11-09T08:00

Prospects to Pros: Top rookies at the halfway mark of the NFL season, and this weekend's biggest college games from 2023-11-08T08:00

Keefer (but this week, Robert) and the Beats: The Commanders choose a path, the Giants lose their QB, and the Vikings have a new folk hero from 2023-11-07T11:00

Week 9 Recap: Bengals knock off Bills, Eagles outlast Cowboys, Chiefs hold off Dolphins, Ravens crush Seahawks, C.J. Stroud dazzles, and more from 2023-11-06T06:35

Football GM: TNF QB recap, Raiders make changes and trade deadline reactions from 2023-11-04T08:00

Week 9 Preview: Dolphins-Chiefs, Seahawks-Ravens, Cowboys-Eagles and Bills-Bengals, oh my! from 2023-11-03T02:10

Raiders fire HC Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler from 2023-11-01T19:40

Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler's Updated 2024 NFL Draft Big Board...a new No. 1, Marvin Harrison Jr. at No. 2, seven QBs in the top 50, and more from 2023-11-01T14:00

Keefer and the Beats: Seahawks add depth, Cowboys taking shape and Chiefs unexpected loss from 2023-10-31T08:00

Week 8 Recap: Chiefs and Niners go down, the Bengals are back, and the league is wide open from 2023-10-30T06:30

Football GM: Bills win on TNF, Lamar Jackson at his best, and the looming NFL trade deadline from 2023-10-28T05:00

Week 8 Preview: Offensive struggles across the league, Bengals-Niners, Chiefs defense taking off, and more from 2023-10-27T02:15

In The Pocket: Lamar Jackson enters the MVP race, Kirk Cousins balls out, and the trade deadline effect in NFL locker rooms from 2023-10-26T07:00

Prospects to Pros: Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and the rest of the QB landscape at the halfway point of the season from 2023-10-25T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: The Bills get upset, the Ravens make a statement, and the Panthers make a change from 2023-10-24T08:00

Week 7 Recap: Ravens crush Lions, Eagles take care of Dolphins, worries in Buffalo, and more from 2023-10-23T06:00

Football GM: A dicey TNF, play calling duties in Carolina and a look at personnel in the NFL from 2023-10-21T11:00

Week 7 Preview: Dolphins-Eagles clash, Lions-Ravens on the undercard, Serious or Unserious?, and more from 2023-10-20T02:40

In The Pocket: Anthony Richardson's rookie season cut short, quarterbacks playing through injuries, and what really happens during a bye week? from 2023-10-19T07:00

Prospects to Pros: Surveying the OL landscape with Brandon Thorn; Plus, looking back at Oregon-Washington and ahead to Penn State-Ohio State from 2023-10-18T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: The Lions rise, the Rams rebound, and the Raiders confound from 2023-10-17T07:00

Week 6 Recap: Niners and Eagles lose, Bengals grind out another win, NFC South disappointment, and more from 2023-10-16T06:00

Football GM: Sean Payton's headscratchers, the Lions' ascendance, the 49ers' dominance, and more from 2023-10-14T07:00

Week 6 Preview: NFL hierarchy reset—49ers, Chiefs, and then...?; Plus, Matchups of the Week, the Vikings' future, and more from 2023-10-13T01:30

In The Pocket: Trevor Lawrence shines in win over Bills, Jordan Love struggles in loss to Raiders, the Patriots disaster, and gameplanning vs. playcalling from 2023-10-12T07:00

Prospects to Pros: Oregon-Washington, USC-Notre Dame highlight prospect watching in Week 7 from 2023-10-11T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: Hot seats, stumbles and a late steal from 2023-10-10T09:00

Week 5 Recap: 49ers crush Cowboys, Lions and Dolphins keep rolling, Bengals wake up, Ravens disappoint, and more from 2023-10-09T06:15

Football GM: Trades, first wins and quarterbacks from 2023-10-07T07:00

In The Pocket: Baker's resurgence, Josh Dobbs' potentially career-altering season, spotting a well-coached defense, and more from 2023-10-05T07:00

Prospects to Pros: Checking in on NFL rookies after one month in the league from 2023-10-04T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: Big picture in Tennessee, drama in Chicago, and a complete team in San Francisco from 2023-10-03T05:00

Week 4 Recap: Bills over Dolphins, Ravens take control of AFC North, Patriots and Saints disappoint, and more from 2023-10-02T05:45

Football GM: TNF recap, good start for C.J. Stroud, and the Jets leadership from 2023-09-30T08:17

Week 4 Preview: Dolphins-Bills, Ravens-Browns, 0-3 teams Would You Rather?, picks and more from 2023-09-29T00:15

In the Pocket: Brock Purdy's production, Justin Hebert's performance, Kirk Cousins set to hit free agency this spring from 2023-09-28T07:00

Prospects to Pros: Notre Dame-OSU takeaways, Pac-12 QBs lighting it up, fun Week 5 matchups, and more from 2023-09-27T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: Peeling back the curtain in Week 3 from 2023-09-26T05:00

Week 3 recap: Dolphins explode for 70 points, Cowboys and Jaguars fall flat, Myles Garrett goes off, and more from 2023-09-25T06:19

Football GM: The good, bad and ugly from 2023-09-23T07:00

Week 3 Preview: The mess in Chicago, Falcons-Lions, Packers offense vs. Saints defense, 0-2 Desperation Index, and more from 2023-09-22T00:00

In The Pocket: Justin Fields' struggles, Tua Tagovailoa's ascent, Sam Howell's flashes, and more from 2023-09-21T07:00

Prospects to Pros, Mailbag Edition: Michael Penix Jr.'s place in the QB3 discussion, Keon Coleman the WR2?, top position groups in the '24 class, and more from 2023-09-20T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: It was a wild Week 2 from 2023-09-19T07:00

Week 2 Recap: Cowboys smash Jets, Bengals fall to 0-2, Puka Nacua! and more from 2023-09-18T06:30

Football GM: Week 2 preview, a season without Aaron Rodgers and more from 2023-09-16T05:00

Week 2 Preview: Ravens-Bengals, Chiefs-Jaguars, rethinking preseason takes, 'Are You Buying This?' and more from 2023-09-15T00:15

In the Pocket: Josh Allen's disastrous night, Jordan Love's big day, Anthony Richardson's debut, and more from 2023-09-14T07:00

Prospects to Pros: QB3 candidates, Caleb Williams check-in, rookie standouts, and more from 2023-09-13T07:00

Keefer and the Beats: A Week 1 focus on new quarterback and coach pairings from 2023-09-12T07:00

Week 1 Recap: Dolphins-Chargers fireworks, 49ers roll over the Steelers, Browns dominate the Bengals, and more from 2023-09-11T05:45