Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian

Manning vs. Leaf Episode 1 Revisited May 07, 2022

In this very special highlights episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian we go back to where it all started and highlight some of the best moments from the very first episode of the podcast.

NFL Draft Management Apr 22, 2022

In this week's edition of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys get to pick Bill's brain about the draft management process in the NFL. This is truly a rare opportunity to get a NFL Hall of Fame GM's perspective on how best to manage all aspects of the draft including movement in the draft.

2022 Edge Rushers and Defensive Tackles Apr 15, 2022

In this week's episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys continue their look at prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. This week the guys look at what might be the deepest group in the draft, the defensive end as well as taking a look at a few of the standout defensive tackles. Finally, we get Bill's breakdown of a few prospects to keep an eye on.

2022 NFL Draft QB Class Apr 08, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys dive deep into the much talked about Quarterback class of the 2022 NFL Draft. We get Bill's breakdown of the top 5 candidates, who he thinks are worthy of a first round pick and who Bill might be conflicted on. This is truly a unique window into the minds of one of the best QB evaluators in NFL history.

QB Movement in 2022 Apr 01, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast the guys do a deep dive into all of the Quarterback moves thus far in the 2022 offseason. We get Bill's breakdown of who the winners are with all the movement, who took a step back and what impact this might have on the 2022 draft.

Impact of the Deshaun Watson Contract Mar 25, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a deep dive into Deshaun Watson's guaranteed contract and the impact that his and future guaranteed contracts will have on the NFL, the salary cap and the game moving forward.

NFL Coaching hires in 2022 Feb 28, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a look at all of the hired candidates in 2022. This is a particularly interesting episode in that Bill was intimately involved in the process this year working with the Bears and has immense insight into this year's candidates.

Super Bowl LVI Review Feb 18, 2022

In this week episode of the Inside Football Podcast the guys give a breakdown and deep dive in the Super Bowl. We get Bill's insight into how the game was officiated and where he thinks this Rams team ranks all time.

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Super Bowl LVI Preview Feb 11, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast the guys dive deep into every aspect of Super Bowl 56. We get Bill's unique insight into who will be the key playmakers on Sunday and ultimately which matchups will determine the outcome of Super Bowl 56.

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Championship Review and Hiring an NFL Head Coach in 2022 Feb 04, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a look at the championship games in the NFL and we get Bill's unique perspective on the current state of hiring coaches in the NFL, how the Rooney Rule works and ways the system can be improved. FInally we get some of Bill's memories from Super Bowl 44.

Divisional Review and Championship Preview Jan 28, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys dive deep into the divisional round of the playoffs, and talk about one of the greatest games in league history. Then we get Bill's insight into this weekend's matchups in the championship round. As a bonus we get some insight from Bill on what a revised overtime might look like and why this year's search for NFL coaches seems to be taking a little longer...it is a good thing!

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Divisional Round Preview Jan 20, 2022

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Wildcard Preview Jan 12, 2022

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys dive deep into the opening round of the playoffs. We get Bill's insight into how the contenders are, which games will be nail bitters and who will be making the big plays this weekend.

QBs in 2022 Dec 23, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys do a deep dive into the QBs of 2022. From Rodgers to Brady and everyone in between, we find out from BIll who is playing at an elite level, who is slumping, and who is primed for a deep run into the playoffs.

NFC After Week 14 Dec 17, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys continue their look at the NFL landscape after 14 weeks and do a deep dive into the NFC. We find out from Bill who the lead dogs in the NFC are, who is likely to make a strong push into the playoffs and most important of all who Bill sees flying under the radar.

AFC at 10 Weeks Nov 23, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast the guys give their breakdown of the AFC after 10 weeks. We find out who Bill thinks is trending up, who is trending down and which teams have a chance to make the playoffs. Finally we get Bill's thoughts on who will make the college football playoff.

The Joel Bussert Interview Nov 10, 2021

The Inside Football Podcast is back with an all new episode featuring our interview with longtime NFL Executive Joel Bussert. This is truly a unique opportunity to dive into the mind of one the leagues top thought leaders. We get the inside details on the inner workings on how the game is designed from a rule perspective and how it has evolved over the years.

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NFL Early Season Potluck Oct 08, 2021

In today's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a look at several areas that are grabbing Bill's attention in the early season. From who has stood out as surprise playmakers, to what units or things are giving Bill pause and ultimately what would a potluck be without a little bit of a dive into officiating.

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In-Season Roster Construction Oct 01, 2021

In this week's episode we dive deep into the concept of in-season roster moves in the NFL. In this episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys dive deep into how your team can add and subtract players throughout the season. We get Bill's breakdown on how this year's NFL trade deadline might work. Finally we get Bill's thoughts on Week 3 in the NFL and what he is most looking forward to in the coming week.

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Mike Pereira Interview Sep 27, 2021

In this week's very special edition of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys sit down with the former head of NFL officiating and Fox football analyst Mike Pereira to do a deep dive into what officiating in the NFL is really like. You will get to listen in on some never before heard stories and get a brand new appreciation for how hard it is to be an official in the NFL. This is one episode you do not want to miss.

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What Bill is Watching Sep 17, 2021

In this week's episode of The Inside Football Podcast, the guys dive deep into what Bill is keeping an eye on early in this season and as you guessed it, officiating is high on his list. We find out who Bill liked in Week One, who he thought wasn't ready to play and how much we as fans should put into the first week of the season.

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2021 Season Preview Sep 10, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys give you a deep dive into all you need to know for the upcoming season. We find out what Bill liked in the preseason, what teams the needle might be moving up on and what teams the needle might be moving down on. We get an in-depth breakdown of the Rookie QBs and their preseason performance and what the season might have in store for them. Finally we end with some insight into some of the rule changes and areas of focus from an officiating standpoint that we need to be aware of in the coming year.

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Making the Case - Part II Sep 03, 2021

In this week's IFP we continue our look at players who should be in the Hall of Fame and we focus on Reggie Wayne. We get Bill's breakdown on Reggie, the player, the man and the Colt and find out what made him one of the all time greats. We also get a little bit of a breakdown of the 2001 NFL draft and all of the WR and movement that was in it.

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HOF Making the Case, Part I Aug 27, 2021

In this special episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys look at two of Bill's best players who are not currently in the Hall of Fame but should be, Steve Tasker and Reggie Wayne. We learn what Bill thinks the criteria is and should be for Wide Receivers and Special Teams players and then we hear from Bill why these two should be wearing a gold jacket in Canton in the near future.

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Bruce Smith - The Hall of Famer Aug 20, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys continue taking a look at some of the careers of Bill's Hall of Fame players. Today we go deep into the career of the greatest defensive end in NFL history Bruce Smith. We find out what made Bruce tick, how he overcame some early struggles to be one of the all time greats, and we learn who had some of the biggest influence on Bruce as a man and player. This is truly a unique window into one of the all time NFL greats.

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Edgerrin James - The Hall of Famer Aug 13, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a look at the Hall of Fame career of Edgerrin James who is arguably one of the most interesting and best running backs in NFL history. We find out what made Edge tick, what made him one of the all time great and who some of his influences were. This is truly a unique look at a true Hall of Famer in every sense of the word.

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Peyton Manning - Hall of Famer Jul 30, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys take a special look at what made Peyton Manning a Hall of Fame QB. We get Bill's insight into some of the special traits that made Peyton one of the all time greats, from his legendary preparation, to his ability to dissect defenses, to his leadership ability, this is truly a masters level course in what were the key qualities that made Peyton truly elite. We also get some never before heard stories from Bill about some of Peyton's greatest pranks.

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How the NFL Hall of Fame Works Jul 23, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys begin their look at the Hall of Fame with a very special episode on how the Hall of Fame came to be, how it works with the League office and ultimately how the selection process works. This is truly a rare opportunity to talk to a Hall of Fame selector and pick his brain on how players are nominated and how they ultimately make it into Canton.

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Polian's QB Categories for 2021 Part 2 Jul 16, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys complete their look at Bill's QB categories for 2021. This is a really unique episode in that we get Bill's take on analytics at large, how he uses them, how they are misused and how we should think about them. Finally we get into Bill's breakdown of the players on the fence, who needs work and who is on the decline.

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Polian's QB Categories for 2021 Part 1 Jul 09, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin a two part look at Bill's breakdown of the QBs heading into the 2021 season. In this first part we dive deep into the top two categories, the elite and winners that need help. You are definitely going to want to find out who Bill thinks is the cream of the crop and who will ascend to elite level QB play in 2021.

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NFC West Offseason Review Jul 02, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys finish their reviews of the NFL Division Offseason with what might be the toughest division in sports, the NFC West. We get Bill's breakdown of all teams, who the leaders might be and when get to the Rams we have a really interesting breakdown of team building in the modern NFL and the approaches to how best to construct a roster for the long haul.

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AFC West Offseason Review Jun 25, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys do a deep dive into the AFC west and take a look at what might be one of the power divisions in the NFL in 2021. We get Bill's perspective on who the leaders might be, could the Raider or Chargers catch the Chiefs and how aware as fans we should be about how much football the Chiefs have played the last three years.

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NFC North Offseason Review Jun 18, 2021

We have climbed the technical hurdle and are back with an all new episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian. In this week's show we dive deep into a division that had quite a bit of change and maybe just a bit of change on the horizon, the NFC North. We get Bill's insight into how improved the Lions, Bears and Vikings might be, did the Packers do enough in the offseason to improve their defense and who the contenders and pretenders in the NFC North are.

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AFC North Offseason Review Jun 04, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys dive deep into Rick's home division and break down one of the most fascinating groups in the NFL, the AFC North. In this episode we get Bill's perspective on the QB's in this division, who might be positioned to take the next step and who may not and are the Browns actually legit Super Bowl Contenders, and get ready because the answer might surprise you.

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NFC South Offseason Review May 28, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys continue their tour through the offseason action in the NFL and dive deep into the NFC South. We get Bill's unique insight into what it is like to move on from a future Hall of Fame QB, what impact that has on the team beyond the field. We find out who Bill thinks improved the most and how might have taken a giant step back and the answers might surprise you.

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AFC South Offseason Review May 21, 2021

In this week's episode the guys dive deep into a division that you might say Bill knows pretty well, the AFC South. Colts fans you have been waiting for it, this week we get Bill's breakdown on all of the offseason moves and his perspective on how the teams in the division stack up. We find out who the contenders are in the AFC South and who might just be the largest pretender in the league. We also get Bill's unique perspective on the Jaguars after his time with Urban Meyer this week.

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NFC East Offseason Review May 14, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys stay east and dive into one of the glamour divisions of the NFL, the NFC East. We get Bill's perspective on if this will be another down year for the division or can any of these teams pose a threat to the top teams in the NFC. Bill's gives his in depth thoughts on each of the team's drafts, who some sleepers to watch out for and ultimately what roster in the division he likes best.

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AFC East Offseason Review May 07, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys begin their 8 part look at each division in the NFL's offseason. We get Bill's exclusive perspective on each team draft, free agent moves, trades and much more. We find out who he thinks has improved, regressed and who might be well positioned for a run in 2021. Finally we end this week's show with Bill's take on the Aaron Rodgers situation, we find out what he thinks is really going on and what the most likely outcomes will be.

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How the Draft is Done Apr 30, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, we get Bill's breakdown of how the draft is really done, from how the days leading up to the draft actually work, how draft management and trades actually happen to most importantly what kind of food spread is in the draft room. So get ready to have all of the myths about the draft from movies like Draft Day blown up.

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2021 NFL Draft Review OL, DL and Edge Apr 23, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast the guys dive deep into the Offensive Line, Defensive Line and Edge prospects in the 2021 draft. This may be more than any other position groups in the draft affected by a lack of confirmed data, so this is a unique opportunity to get Bill's breakdown of a very hard to evaluate group of players. We find out who Bill likes, we learn that there are definitely a few Polian guys in this group and also find out why some big name prospects are in line of a position move.

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2021 NFL Draft Review RB, WR, TE Apr 16, 2021

This week on the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian we dive deep into Bill's review of the offensive skill position players in the 2021 NFL Draft. We get a window into Bill's thinking on some of the marquee players in this draft including Kyle Pitts, DeVonte Smith, Ja'Marr Chase and many others. We find out who Bill likes, who he has some reservations on, and who a couple of Polian Guys might be. Finally we end the show with our first ever Polian Audible where he gives us a few sleepers to keep an eye on.

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2021 NFL Draft QB Review Apr 09, 2021

Here we go...This is the episode you have been waiting for, it's time for the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian to take a look at the NFL Draft QB crop for 2021. We get Bill's take on all the QB candidates in this year's draft, how they will translate to the next level, what they need to work on and what you as fans should be prepared for if your team takes one of these players. We say it a lot but this is truly a unique opportunity to hear from one the greatest talent evaluators in the history of the league give you a breakdown of the QB group in 2021. Today's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian is brought to you by Manscaped. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code Polian at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code Polian.

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Polian's NFL Draft Rules Apr 02, 2021

Today's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian is brought to you by Manscaped. Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code Polian at Manscaped.com. That’s 20% off with free shipping at manscaped.com, and use code Polian. This week we begin our four part look at the 2021 NFL draft, we learn Bill rules for how to approach it, the measurables you want to look for at every position and then ultimately how that turns into a draft board. So get ready for this rare opportunity to go into the mind of an NFL Hall of Fame GM and see how the draft is really done.

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2021 Free Agency Review Mar 26, 2021

In this very special episode of the Inside Football Football Podcast we get the unique opportunity to get Bill's take on every single player signed in Free Agency thus far. We learn how the players fit, how they might not and what this might foreshadow for your favorite teams moving forward. So get ready to go to Hall of Fame GM school in 2021 with this insanely cool chance to hear Bill's take on the first few weeks of Free Agency in the NFL.

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Ask Bill Anything 3 Mar 19, 2021

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Polian's Rules for Free Agency and the 2021 Class Mar 12, 2021

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QB Carousel 2021 Part 2 Mar 05, 2021

In part two of our look at the Quarterback Carousel in 2021 we dive deep into the guys who have been rumoured to be and could be on the move. Bill gives an in depth breakdown of who could go and where they might end up, while of course as only a Hall of Fame GM would, taking into account the longer term ramification of dead salary cap money and impact on general roster construction. Get ready because Bill truly has a unique look at this situation and we think you will be surprised at how much actual movement will happen.

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The 2021 QB Carousel Part 1 Feb 26, 2021

It is that time of the year and QB movement is in the air. In today's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian we begin our two part look at the QB Carousel in 2021, but in order to set the stage for this year's potential unprecedented movement we needed to do some research to provide some context. So to do that Bill went into the time machine and looked at every QB taken since 2009 in the first round who is no longer with the team that drafted them and then organized them into groups to figure out what went right with some and what went wrong with others in a effort to see what kind of patterns we could find. So get ready, this is truly a unique deep dive into the QB evaluation process.

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A GM's Offseason Schedule Feb 19, 2021

In the special episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys legit head into the offseason. In this episode we learn from Bill what happens as soon as the season is over, how he approached getting his teams ready for Free Agency, and how clubs manage their existing rosters. In this episode we also get a crash course in NFL Economics 101, as Bill breaks down all the financial aspects of putting an NFL roster together and a little insight into how the owners make money. We would also like to thank this episode's sponsor Podcorn. If you are looking for a way to monetize your podcast or get the word out about your brand, check out Podcorn at www.podcorn.com.

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Super Bowl LV Breakdown Feb 12, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys dive deep into Super Bowl LV. We get Bill's take on the Bucs game plan, the Chiefs ability to adjust and how the game was officiated. Finally we wrap up with some Watson and Hall of Fame 2021 talk, so sit back, relax and get ready for an in depth look at the biggest game of the year. We would also like to thank this episode's sponsor Podcorn. If you are looking for a way to monetize your podcast or get the word out about your brand check out Podcorn at www.podcorn.com.

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Super Bowl 55 Preview Feb 05, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys run through every aspect of Super Bowl 55. We get Bill's perspective on the key players, some of the matchups, a look at their week 12 game and what impact if any that will have on the Super Bowl. We dive deep into some of Bill's favorite topics including the Officiating and of course the weather. So look no further, we have the big game covered from all angles. We would also like to thank this episode's sponsor Podcorn. If you are looking for a way to monetize your podcast or get the word out about your brand check out Podcorn at www.podcorn.com.

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Championship Review and Super Bowl 25 Memories Jan 29, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys do a deep dive into the Championship Games in the NFL and we get Bill's take on the officiating, the big decision in the Packer game and what the Bills need to do to get to the next level. Finally we get to hear some never before told stories from Super Bowl 25 between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Giants. You will not want to miss Bill's memories from his first Super Bowl in Tampa 30 years ago this week.

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Divisional Round Review and Championship Game Preview Jan 22, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys give you a breakdown of the Divisional Round Games in the NFL including Bill's insight on some of the more interesting moments like the should a fumble into the endzone be a touchback. Then we wrap up this week's episode with one of the most in depth analysis on the conference championship you will find anywhere.

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Wildcard Review & Divisional Preview Jan 15, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys go deep into the Wildcard Weekend in the NFL and take a look at what surprised, impressed, confused and got Bill thinking. Then we take a jump into the Divisional Round with analytics analysis on the Packers and Chiefs, finally Bill gives his thoughts and breakdown of each of the Divisional Round Matchups. So sit back, relax and get ready for this very special NFL playoff review and preview episode.

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Wildcard Preview Jan 08, 2021

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys go deep into this first ever NFL Super Wildcard Weekend. We get Bill's inside scoop on the key analytics that will likely define who wins and who loses in Wildcard Weekend and how he thinks the key difference makers will be in each game and some sleeper players to keep a close eye on. Finally we get a window in how torn will be in the first ever Bill Polian Bowl when the Colts take on the Bills.

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Ask Bill Anything #2 Dec 30, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys have one last present for you under the tree and it is...Ask Bill Anything #2. In this episode we run through a wide range of topics from Bill's thoughts on some of this year's Hall of Fame Finalists, to what really happened with the AAF, to if Spring football will ever work, to the onside kick in Super Bowl 44. So sit back, relax and get ready to ring in the new year with this very special episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian.

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The NFC After 12 Weeks Dec 21, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys continue their look at the NFL landscape after 12 weeks and do a deep dive into the NFC. We find out from Bill who the lead dogs in the NFC are, who is likely to make a strong push into the playoffs, and most important of all, who Bill sees as the eventual winner of the NFC East and who from the East you would not want to see in the playoffs...*hint hint* defense always travels.

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The AFC After 12 Weeks Dec 14, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys check in on the AFC after 12 weeks and determine who the contenders are and who will be playing into late January. In this special episode, we get insight into the key metrics that matter to Bill after 12 games, what to look out for in the next 4, who is well positioned to be playing in Tampa, and which of the lead teams is likely to take an early exit in the NFL Playoffs.

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Ask Bill Anything #1 Dec 07, 2020

You guys have asked for it and we finally have it ready, it is time for the first ever "Ask Bill Anything" episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian. In this episode, we run through a gamut of topics including Pat McAfee, two QBs in the upcoming draft, the toughest venues to play in, what a GM does on Gameday in the NFL, Bill's time at ESPN, who Bill would have selected at the top of the 2012 NFL Draft and so much more.

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The QBs of 2020, Part 2 Nov 30, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys complete their look at QBs in 2020. This second part of a two-part series focuses on the top tier QBs of 2020, and Bill does a special breakdown of the running QBs. In this special episode, we find out what truly separates the good from the great and the great from the MVPs.

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The QBs of 2020, Part 1 Nov 23, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin their looks at QBs in 2020. This first part of a two part series, this episode focuses on the bottom two tiers of QBs in the NFL after 10 weeks. You will get a unique window into how Bill Polian sees the current QBs in the league, who is excelling, who is struggling, and who has the needle pointing the right direction. We get insight into the metrics Bill sees as most important and what some of these QBs in the bottom tier could do to right the ship. So sit back, relax, and get ready for a masters class in QB play in 2020.

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Trades in 2020 Nov 16, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys take an in-depth look at all the trades in the NFL in 2020, from the opening of the league year in March all the way through the trading deadline. We get Bill's unique insight into some of the more controversial moves, from the Deandre Hopkins trade, to teams maximizing value by moving veterans with no intention of ever playing for their existing team, to what is really happening with all of the roster dump moves in Jacksonville. Finally, we switch it up in the audible and take a look at two of the largest most impactful trades in NFL history featuring iconic running backs Eric Dickerson and Herschel Walker.

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The NFC in 2020...So Far Nov 06, 2020

Get ready Inside Football Nation, we are going deep into the NFC in 2020 on today's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian. The way back machine is still parked in 2020, and we are ready to take an analytics-based look at the NFC after the first six games of the season. We are going to learn who Bill thinks are the contenders in the NFC, which fans should be white knuckling it down the stretch (hint: GB, NO, LA, pay close attention), and what the big takeaways are after the first few weeks of this NFL season. So sit back, relax, and get ready to hear Bill's take on the NFC in 2020, and oh almost forgot, we get the inside scope from Bill on the Tompa Bay and what it is truly like for Bill to see TB12 play with his guys Tom Moore and Bruce Arians.

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The AFC in 2020...So Far Oct 30, 2020

We are very excited to share with you a special episode of the Inside Football with Bill Polian podcast. Today we have parked the way back machine and have entered 2020 to take an analytics based look at the AFC after the first six games of the season. In this and next week’s episode, we are going to give you the unique opportunity to see the NFL, not in the way the media delivers it, not in the way the fantasy analysts offer it up, but in the way the real guys do it. We are gonna give you the breakdown through the eyes of an advanced scout and a GM who did it so well he made it to Canton. We are going to learn who Bill thinks are the contenders in the AFC, who we should be worried about (the answer will surprise you), and what the big takeaways are after the first few weeks of this NFL season. So sit back, relax, and get ready to hear Bill's take on the AFC in 2020.

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Marv Levy Comes to Town Oct 21, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys complete their building the Buffalo Bill's trilogy, with a very special look at the circumstances that brought Hall of Fame coach Marv Levy to Buffalo. In the episode, we learn what the process is for bringing in a new head coach in the middle of a season, something very 2020, what the fan and player reaction was in Buffalo to bringing Marv in and we even get a little insight into some never before heard Bill Polian code names. So sit back, relax and get ready because Marv is coming to town.

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Jim Kelly Goes to Buffalo Oct 14, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian the guys stay in Buffalo and dive deep into the 2nd major element in building the Buffalo Bills dynasty, signing Jim Kelly. This episode looks at all the permutations of the long tangled road, from Jim legendarily spurning the Bills in 83, to BIll Polian's evaluation of Jim in college and his time in the USFL and then ultimately we look at the complex and extremely famous story of the contract negotiation that brought the Hall of Fame Quarteback to Buffalo.

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Building the Bills Oct 07, 2020

Bills Mafia, you guys have been clamoring for it, so now is the time for the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polain to dive into those embryonic days of building the Buffalo Bills. In this first episode the guys head back to 1984 and 1985 and take a special look at the end of Bill's time in the USFL and his transition to the Buffalo Bills, where we learn about his time in the Pro-Personnel broom closet. We do a deep dive into the 1985 draft and finally we jump into Bill's first big negotiation with the signing of Bruce Smith.

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Cutting to 53 Sep 30, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys complete their look at NFL roster construction and the cut to 53. This episode gives you a unique window into the mind of Bill Polian and his philosophy on how a roster is built, what the process looks like, when players are cut, when players are added, and how you build out your practice squad. So sit back, relax and get ready to find out how NFL rosters are actually put together.

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Building a 90-Man Roster Sep 17, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, we begin our two-part look at roster construction and assembly in the NFL. In this first episode we dive deep into the creation and development of the 90-man roster every team brings into camp. From looking at how a franchise determines core players, to how clubs attack free agency and the draft, we conclude with a special in-depth look at what GMs try to do with the back half of their rosters. We look at the highly competitive process of acquiring undrafted free agents, the process of getting the right mix on your practice squad and so much more.

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NFL Salary Cap Management 101 Sep 10, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys take you to school for a unique look at NFL Salary Cap Management 101. In this episode we learn how NFL clubs manage the cap, decide which players they pay, how to manage signing existing players, what players and positions to target in free agency and which to target in the draft. This is truly an awesome opportunity to get a window inside the mind of one of the NFL's greatest executives of all time to understand how to manage and navigate the salary cap in the NFL.

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The Creation of the NFL Salary Cap Sep 03, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with BIll Polian, the guys begin a two-part look at the NFL Salary Cap. In this first episode the guys look at the process for how the cap came to be, from the ascension of Paul Tagliabue to NFL Commissioner, to the creation of the crucial "Pasadena 10" working group, which—hint hint—Bill was on, to ultimately what both ownership and the players wanted in an agreement. This episode is truly a unique look into one of the most complex periods in NFL history and provides an unbelievable amount of insight into how the Salary Cap came to be.

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The 1999 NFL Draft & The Story of 3 Legendary RBs, Part 2 Aug 26, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast, the guys keep the Delorian parked in the 1999 NFL off-season for part two of our in-depth look at one of the most interesting periods in NFL history involving the running back position. In this second part of a two-part series, we get Bill's take on the QBs at the top of the 1999 NFL draft, the complex process and decision between Edgerrin James and Ricky Williams, and Bill's unique take on Mike Ditka's now infamous trade for Ricky Williams. In addition this spurs a really fun conversation on some of the most iconic and lopsided trades in NFL history. In the audible we get some really interesting takes from Rick and Bill on the future of NFL contracts.

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The 1999 NFL Draft & The Story of 3 Legendary RBs, Part 1 Aug 19, 2020

In this weeks episode of the Inside Football Podcast, the guys turn back the clock to the 1999 NFL off-season and take an in-depth looks at on of the most interesting periods in NFL history involving the running back position. In this first part of a two-part series, we get Bill's take on his and Peyton Manning's first season with the Colts, what the team needs were going into the 1999 season, what measurables you look for in a running back, and then we get into a deep evaluation of the situation involving Marshall Faulk. This episode truly gives you a unique insight into Bill's thought process on Marshall the player, how to handle complex contract renegotations in the NFL, and how the trade with the Rams actually came to be.

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Evaluating Quarterbacks Aug 12, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys head into the huddle, literally, and take you through the process of evaluating and selecting quarterbacks in the National Football League. We go deep into how data on QBs is measured, organized and decided upon. In this episode we get Bill's unique insight into the position and what it truly takes to be an elite Quarterback in the NFL. We get his breakdown on what to look for in QBs and how to evaluate measurables like arm strength, pocket presence, accuracy, vision and decision making. In the Audible, we get Bill's take on the evolution of the position and what he thinks of the emergence of dual-threat options. Finally we find out who Bill selects to be his QB in 2020 and beyond.

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Building an NFL Franchise Part 2 and the 1995 Draft Decision between Kerry Collins and Steve McNair Aug 05, 2020

In this episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys complete their two-part look at NFL Expansion in 1993 and the birth of the Carolina Panthers. In this episode we dive deep into the roster construction of the Carolina Panthers, from the expansion draft, and Bill selecting a future Super Bowl winning head coach and a future wrestling icon, to his free agency pursuit of some cornerstone Panthers. Finally the guys jump headlong into the 1995 NFL draft and arguably the toughest personnel decision in Bill's Hall of Fame Career between Kerry Collins and Steve McNair.

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Building an NFL Franchise: A Look at the 1993 NFL Expansion in Carolina and Jacksonville Jul 29, 2020

In this episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin their two-part look at NFL Expansion in 1993 and the birth of the Carolina Panthers. In this episode we dive deep into all the permutations of NFL Expansion and the factors that went into the decision, who the key players were, and why the NFL ultimately landed on Carolina and Jacksonville. We get Bill's insights into his multiple roles with the Panthers from building out the football side of the organization, to selecting a coach and a few very interesting non-football things that came up along the way from the uniforms, to hospital selection and even a few never before heard grass issues, and we might even have a discussion in the audible about will the league ever expand again.

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Interview: Tony Dungy Jul 22, 2020

On this episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, we have a special treat for you: our conversation with NFL Hall of Fame Head Coach Tony Dungy. In this episode, we get to dive deep with Coach Dungy on a variety pack of topics from his time growing up in Jackson, to his time as a player in Pittsburgh for legendary coach Chuck Knoll, to an inside look at the how the "Tampa 2" defense was created and how it works from a football perspective. We get the scoop from two Hall-of-Famers on what it took to climb the mountain in Indy and ultimately raise the Lombardi Trophy. This episode is truly a rare opportunity for fans to go inside the mind of one of the greatest coaches in NFL history.

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Tony Dungy, Part II Jul 20, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, we continue our look at the football life of NFL Hall of Fame Coach Tony Dungy. In Part 2, we take a deep dive into Coach Dungy's time with the Indianapolis Colts. We cover everything from the early days working with Bill Polian to develop the rosters and build the defense, battles with the Patriots, the Colts victory in Super Bowl 41, working with a certain future Hall of Fame Quarterback, and everything in between.

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Tony Dungy, Part I Jul 08, 2020

In this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin their much anticipated three-part look at the football life of NFL Hall of Fame Coach Tony Dungy. In Part 1, the guys take a deep dive into the early days of Coach Dungy's football life as a QB at the University of Minnesota, to his time as defensive coordinator in Pittsburgh and with Dennis Green and the Vikings, then on to his leadership as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We take a fun and insightful look at Coach Dungy's influences from Tom Moore, to Chuck Knoll and Bill Walsh. We get some never-before-heard stories of the kismet relationship between Coach Dungy and Bill Polian and some of Bill's takes on the biggest moments from the early days of Coach Dungy's career -- from the infamous Bert Emmanuel "catch," to winning in cold weather, to Bill's 1977 scouting report on Coach Dungy the QB.

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Hiring a Head Coach Jul 01, 2020

On this week's episode of the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys venture into highly uncharted waters and take a look into the process of hiring a head coach in the NFL. In this episode, we learn from a six-time NFL Executive of the Year what GMs look for in the interview process, when they know it is time to move on from an existing head coach, how to scout coaching talent, and what exactly they are looking for when determining who should lead their team. This is truly ground that has never been covered in such detail from an insider's perspective. So sit back, relax and get ready to have all of your media myths debunked.

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A Scout's Life: Part II Jun 23, 2020

In this episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys complete their two-part look at the life of an NFL Scout. Process and myth-busting is the name of the game in this episode. We dive deep into how a scout's visits to college campuses work, how information is gathered, and how, ultimately, that information is collected and organized to nail down the top prospects for their NFL clubs. We get the inside scoop on how much game tape, reports from college coaches, practice habits, scheme fit, and, of course, athletic measurables actually matter. In this episode, we learn about some famous Pro-Days in NFL history, some amazing stories of the best players Bill has scouted, and give you a true glimpse of how NFL teams determine the top draft prospects.

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The 1987 NFL Strike and Replacement Players Jun 15, 2020

In this weeks episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys continue their four-part series looking at labor issues in the National Football League. In this episode, the guy's transport to the Fall of '87 to take an in depth look at the NFL player's strike and the infamous Replacement players. Bill Polian provides his unique perspective as a young General Manger in Buffalo with a team on the brink of playoff glory and how he approached and managed this bizarre period in NFL History. This epidsode covers all the bases in the 1987 NFL Players Stike in a way very few fans have heard it, from Roster Management, Player Comradery, Replacement Player Recruitment and to the lasting impact the stike had on the league and it's clubs.

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A Scouts Life: Part 1 Jun 02, 2020

In this episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin a two-part look at the life of an NFL Scout. In this first episode, we dive deep into what a scout's life is like on the road, how they evaluate talent, how scouting departments are organized, and how information on players is gathered in the NFL. This episode also includes Bill's unique perspective on payers he scouted and the various approaches to scouting in the NFL.

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The 1982 NFL Player’s Strike May 20, 2020

In this episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys begin a four-part series looking at labor issues in the National Football League. In this first episode, the guys venture to the Fall of '82 to take an in depth look at the NFL player's strike and various labor issue surrounding it. In this episode, Bill Polian provides his unique perspective on the history and dynamic between the NFLPA and Owners leading up to 1982, the rise of a new spring league in the USFL, and the impact this strike had on future and current labor negotiations.

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Peyton Manning or Ryan Leaf? The story behind the 1998 NFL draft Apr 28, 2020

In this episode of The Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian, the guys jump into the way back machine and head to the Spring of '98 to do a deep dive on one of the most complex and controversial decisions in the history of the NFL Draft, the choice between Quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Ryan Leaf. Hall of Fame General Manger Bill Polian gives his unique insight into the decision and provides some never heard before behind the scenes stories about what went into the pick at number 1 for the Indianapolis Colts.

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Welcome to the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian Apr 01, 2020

Have you ever wanted to know what really happens in the NFL? Have you ever wanted to listen to a podcast featuring an Hall of Fame General Manager like say Bill Polian talk to his longtime agent a friend Rick Schaeffer and a guy another guy named Schafer, unrelated, who has spent too much time watching and researching football talk about the NFL. Well then you have come to the right place our show the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian is a deep long form, entertaining and thoughtful look into the story of NFL Hall of Fame Executive Bill Polian’s life in football as told through his unique and compelling accounts, some dramatic, some humorous and some touching.

Each episode we leave it all out on the pod and focus specifically on:

The Career, or Part of the Career of a player or coach
A season
A game
A draft or round of a draft
Seminal Football Events
And even some time we will have a hall of fame guest or two.

So, if this sounds like a show for you, then stop listening to me up here and start listening to us in the episodes below. This is the Inside Football Podcast with Bill Polian and we hope you enjoy it.

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