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The Insiders Podcast, Part 1: Bears Statement Win and the NFC Playoff Picture Dec 22, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, Judy Battista, and Stacey Dales react to the Bears beating the Packers to take control of the NFC North while the Lions failed to finish off a come-from-behind win against the Steelers and fall further out of the NFC playoff picture.

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The Insiders Podcast, Part 2: Jaguars Beat Broncos, Lamar's Injury and the AFC Playoff Picture Dec 22, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport and Judy Battista, give you an update on the status of Lamar Jackson heading into this weekend's game, react to the Jaguars dominating the Broncos, the Chargers handling the Cowboys and take a look at the AFC playoff picture as a whole.

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The Insiders: Breaking Down Seahawks Victory over Rams, Week 16 Matchups, and Fantasy Help from Adam Rank Dec 20, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport, along with Omar Ruiz, break down the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Seahawks and Rams. Stacey Dales reports on the Packers Bears matchup, Sara Walsh reports on the Buccaneers Panthers, and Omar Ruiz reports on the 49ers Colts. Lions defensive tackle D.J. Reader joins the show ahead of their Week 16 matchup against the Steelers and discusses his Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination. Adam Rank delivers his Fantasy Godfather segment for Week 16.

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The Insiders: Tua Benched, Race for the AFC South, and Garrett Bolles Joins the Show! Dec 18, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Judy Battista welcome Broncos OT and Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee Garett Bolles to the show. Cam Wolfe joins Insiders to break down what’s next for Tua Tagovailoa and Dolphins after his benching for remainder of season. Then Brian Baldinger breaks down Chargers Safety Derwin James Jr., before Bucky Brooks analyzes the race for AFC South division.

Finally, Marcas Grant delivers his Week 16 playoff fantasy sleepers.

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The Insiders: Steeler's Dominate on MNF, Tua’s Future in Miami, & Playoff Picture Surprises Dec 17, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo & Judy Battista are joined by Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross to analyze the Steelers’ win over the Dolphins on MNF. Insiders discuss what’s next for Tua Tagovailoa and his future in Miami. Jeff Chadiha provides his Week 15 winners and losers, while Judy Battista reveals the biggest surprises shaping the playoff picture. Plus, a look at all the Week 16 clinching scenarios, and Michael F. Florio with his Week 16 fantasy playoff waiver-wire targets.

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The Insiders Podcast, Part 2: Eagles Dominate Raiders, Saints Stun Panthers, and the Race for the #1 Overall Pick Dec 16, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, and Judy Battista question whether the Eagles offense can maintain the good form it showed against the Raiders, before discussing the race to the bottom for the league’s worst teams.

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The Insiders Podcast, Part 1: Patrick Mahomes Injury Fallout, Bills Big Comeback, and Bengals Go out With a Whimper Dec 16, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, and Judy Battista discuss what the devastating losses of Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons to ACL tears mean for their respective teams.

Then they look at how the Bills second half comeback in New England and the Bengals listless effort against Baltimore impacted the AFC playoff picture.

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The Insiders: Philip Rivers’ Return, T.J. Watt Injury Update & Packers Defense vs. Broncos Dec 13, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport get you set for Week 15 with the latest news from around the league, including an update on Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt and when he could return. Then we debate whether 44-year-old Philip Rivers is fit enough to start against the Seattle Seahawks after five years of retirement. Brian Baldinger breaks down the Packers’ defense ahead of their matchup with the Denver Broncos this Sunday. Finally, Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee Alex Highsmith joins the show.

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The Insiders: Joe Burrow Talks NFL Future, Sirianni Defends Jalen Hurts, and Week 15 Starts & Sits Dec 12, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista get you set for Week 15 with news around the league including the latest comments from Joe Burrow about his situation in Cincy. They also discuss Nick Sirianni's response to calls for him to bench Jalen Hurts.

Sara Walsh reports live from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida ahead of TNF’s Falcons-Buccaneers matchup. Then Marc Ross delivers his Week 15 “Marc Key Matchups,” before Michael F. Florio shares his fantasy playoffs weekly starts & sits.

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The Insiders: Philip Rivers Introductory Presser, Mike Evans Back for TNF, and Rob Gronkowski Joins the Show! Dec 11, 2025

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista are joined by 4-time super bowl champion Rob Gronkowski and NFL Executive VP of Football Operations Troy Vincent. The Insiders also react to Philip Rivers’ comments after being introduced by the Colts.

Then Brian Baldinger breaks down the Micah Parsons effect on the Packers defense, before Marcas Grant reveals his Week 15 fantasy playoff sleepers.

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