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Week 9 preview: An NFC North heavyweight battle, an unlikely top-tier defense in Los Angeles, and a strength-on-strength matchup in Baltimore Nov 01, 2024

Some Games of the Week sneak up on us. Others we can predict before the season even starts. Lions-Packers is one of the latter. We'll spend plenty of time between now and kickoff hoping Jordan Love is healthy enough to play and play well, but either way this is clearly the Game of the Week for Week 9. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen break that one down, dig into the Chargers defense, highlight the matchup between the Ravens offense and Broncos defense, and get into so much more about Week 9 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Jets beat Texans on Thursday Night Football
Game of the Week: Lions at Packers
Fourth Screen email
Anthony Richardson benched
Under the Hood: Chargers defense
Matchup of the Week: Ravens offense vs. Broncos defense
Can the Cowboys pull a Falcons?...yes, this is a good thing
Can the Cardinals offense keep it going against the Bears defense?
What Do You Wanna Know?

Host: Robert Mays

Co-Host: Derrik Klassen

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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The highs and lows from this season's rookie quarterbacks with J.T. O'Sullivan; MNF recap and the state of the Giants with Dan Duggan Oct 29, 2024

Each of this season's four first-round starting quarterbacks—Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye and Bo Nix—have shown off some highs and some lows, with the possible exception of lows from Daniels. How does all that shake out in the aggregate? Former NFL quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan, the brain behind The QB School, joins Robert Mays to break down what we've seen from the rookie quarterbacks so far this season. Before that, The Athletic's Giants beat writer Dan Duggan joins to recap the team's loss MNF loss to the Steelers and weigh in on the state of the franchise.

Rundown

The state of the Giants
Caleb Williams
Jayden Daniels
Drake Maye
Bo Nix
Upon Further Review: Anthony Richardson benched
The Ball Knower
Rome Odunze needs to play more
Matt LaFleur is an elite playcaller
Rooting for Tua Tagovailoa

Host: Robert Mays

With: Dan Duggan and J.T. O'Sullivan

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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NFL Week 8 recap: Never underestimate an NFL Sunday Oct 28, 2024

Alright, we'll admit it. We hand waved this week's slate back on our Week 8 preview episode. And then the league delivered one of the craziest days of the season. From the Browns upset of the Ravens, to Washington's walk-off Hail Mary against the Bears, Week 8 came through for us in a big way. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen recap the week on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Bears-Commanders silliness
The Philadelphia Eagles...You Have My Attention
Time for a Bengals post-mortem?
The Buffalo Bills...You Have My Attention
The Atlanta Falcons...You Have My Attention
The first place Cardinals...You Have My Attention
Are the Dolphins done?
The New York Jets...WTF?!?
The Baltimore Ravens...WTF?!?
Anthony Richardson...WTF?!?
Did You See That?!?
What Did We Learn Today?

Host: Robert Mays

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Week 8 preview: An unusual Game of the Week, a trio of confounding matchups, and a massive Rams return Oct 25, 2024

We're just more than a week out from the trade deadline, and we've already seen a number of impact deals. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dream up a few more that we could realistically see on this Week 8 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss Bills-Seahawks, the Bears defense, Eagles-Bengals and a whole lot more.

Rundown

Vikings-Rams recap
Bills-Seahawks preview
DeAndre Hopkins to the Chiefs
Realistic trades we'd like to see
Under the Hood: The non-Caleb parts of the Bears 4-2 start
Bummed out by the Colts and Texans offenses
The Eagles and Bengals aren't playing serious football—especially the Eagles
Huge game in the NFC South
What Do We Wanna Know?

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2024 QB tiers revisited: Who has the most at stake the rest of the season? Oct 22, 2024

Back in August, 50 NFL coaches and executives told The Athletic's Mike Sando that Lamar Jackson is not a tier-one quarterback. Welp, so much for that. Lamar isn't the only QB playing outside his assigned tier this season. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Sando sits in for Robert Mays and discusses with Derrik Klassen four other quarterbacks who aren't lining up with where those coaches and execs placed them in Sando's 2024 QB tiers column. Then, the guys break down four more quarterbacks who have a ton at stake the rest of the season.

Rundown

Ravens-Buccaneers recap
Baker Mayfield
Jared Goff
Geno Smith
Aaron Rodgers
Brock Purdy
Sam Darnold
Kirk Cousins
Jalen Hurts

Host: Mike Sando

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Week 7 recap: Lions win thriller over Vikings, Packers squeak past Texans, Saquon gets his revenge, and more Oct 21, 2024

The Chiefs are the lone unbeaten team in the NFL as Week 7 comes to an end. They stayed that way by stifling the 49ers in a 28-18 win. The league's other undefeated team at the start of Week 7, the Vikings, suffered their first loss at the hands of the Lions, who also moved into first place in the NFC North. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen discuss those two games, plus Saquon's revenge, disappointment in the Bengals, and a whole lot more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Lions win thriller over Vikings
Chiefs take down 49ers
Packers defense shuts down Texans
Seahawks get back on track with win over Falcons
Another disaster for the Panthers
Bengals offense...WTF?!?
Saquon's revenge
Amari Cooper had some moments in his Bills debut
Good Jaguars offense or bad Patriots defense?
Drake Maye impresses again
What We Learned Today

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Week 7 preview: Why doesn't Chiefs-49ers have the juice of a typical Super Bowl rematch? Oct 18, 2024

On paper, Week 7 is the best week of the 2024 season to date. It's highlighted by the Super Bowl rematch, that doesn't quite feel like a Super Bowl rematch, between the Chiefs and 49ers, and it doesn't stop there. Vikings-Lions, Texans-Packers and Ravens-Buccaneers would all be worthy Game of the Week choices, as well. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into all those games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, but it is, of course, Chiefs-49ers that gets the full Game of the Week treatment. The guys also discuss the Giants front, the Chargers friskiness, their approval of midseason trades like Amari Cooper to the Bills, and more.

Rundown

Broncos-Saints recap
Game of the Week: Chiefs-49ers
Lions-Vikings: Ben Johnson vs. Brian Flores
Texans-Packers: Appreciating C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love
Ravens-Buccaneers: Can the Bucs offense keep up?
This Might Only Interest Me, But...
Wins Pool update
What Do You Wanna Know in Week 7?

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From Super Bowl or Bust to Mock Draft Enthusiasts, breaking all 32 teams into six tiers; Plus, Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills Oct 15, 2024

Never a dull moment for the New York Jets, huh? The Athletic's Jets beat reporter Zack Rosenblatt joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to break down the tumultuous week in Jets land. Then, David Helman from Fox Sports hops on with Robert to separate all 32 teams into six tiers, from Super Bowl or Bust (think Chiefs, Ravens, Lions) to Mock Draft Enthusiasts (think Panthers, Browns, Patriots).

Rundown

Davante Adams traded to Jets
Behind the Robert Saleh firing

Super Bowl or Bust
Locked-In Playoff Teams
Deserving Wild Cards
Clinging to Playoff Dreams
BREAKING: Amari Cooper to the Bills!
Outside Looking In
Mock Draft Enthusiasts

Host: Robert Mays

With: Zack Rosenblatt and David Helman

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Week 6 recap: Ravens beat Commanders, the NFC North rises, the Cowboys hit rock bottom, and more Oct 14, 2024

Ravens-Commanders was the best game on paper in Week 6, and it absolutely lived up to the billing. And hey, that 0-2 start to the season for the Ravens feels like a lifetime ago, doesn't it? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen kick off the Week 6 recap on The Athletic Football Show with an in-depth look at the Ravens' win over the Commanders. The guys also talk about the disaster in Dallas, the ascendant NFC North, the suddenly relevant Chargers, and a whole lot more.

Rundown

Ravens take down Commanders
You Have My Attention: Bucs-Saints silliness
You Have My Attention: The suddenly relevant Chargers
You Have My Attention: The NFC North
Dallas Cowboys...WTF?!?
Eagles and Browns...WTF?!?
The Patriots offense shows some life with Drake Maye
Calvin Ridley isn't happy about his 0-fer
Tyler Allgeier does cool stuff, and the Falcons run game gets going
What We Learned in Week 6

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Week 6 preview: Commanders-Ravens is must-see TV, just like we all predicted Oct 11, 2024

Some Games of the Week are easy to see coming. Other Games of the Week are Commanders-Ravens. And yet, that's not only the highlight of the Week 6 schedule, but one of the best games to date this season. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen go deep on the Battle of the B-W Parkway on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also dig into Lions-Cowboys, the Broncos and Packers offenses, the 49ers' win over the Seahawks on Thursday night, and a whole lot more.

Rundown

49ers-Seahawks recap
Commanders-Ravens preview
Lions-Cowboys preview
What's on the Fourth Screen?
Under the Hood: Broncos offense
This Might Only Interest Me, But...
Packers offense relative struggles
Spencer Rattler time
Take Tribunal: The Drake Maye panic is overblown
What We Wanna Learn in Week 6

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Did the Jets find an answer, or merely a scapegoat, by firing Robert Saleh? Oct 08, 2024

We're used to big news dropping on Tuesdays, but this one was entirely different. The Robert Saleh firing—especially the timing of it—surprised the NFL world, and that's where Robert Mays and Diante Lee of The Ringer begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also recap the Chiefs' win over the Saints on Monday Night Football, dig into the Seahawks' run defense and the deteriorating situation in Cleveland, and bat around questions for three good offenses—the Texans, Bengals, 49ers and Bills.

Then, John Shipley from Sports Illustrated joins to engage in some franchise counseling for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Rundown

Jets fire Robert Saleh
Saints-Chiefs recap
Upon Further Review: Seattle's run defense
Upon Further Review: The nightmare in Cleveland
The Ball Knower
Houston's early down problems
San Francisco's passing game
Buffalo's recent struggles
Franchise Counseling: Jacksonville Jaguars

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Week 5 recap: Ravens-Bengals shootout, Texans outlast Bills, Caleb Williams' big day, and more Oct 07, 2024

Ravens 41, Bengals 38 in overtime. Texans 23, Bills 20. The Jaguars and Colts combining for 41 points in the fourth quarter. And that was all in the early window on Sunday. Yeah, Week 5 was the craziest week to date of this NFL season. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Ravens beat Bengals in OT thriller
You Have My Attention: Texans get huge win over Bills
You Have My Attention: Caleb Williams stars in Bears' win over Panthers
NFC West...WTF?!?
Raiders...WTF?!?
Did You See That?!?...Jayden Daniels shines, but in a different way
Did You See That?!?...Jaguars-Colts fourth quarter fireworks
Did You See That?!?...Andrew Van Ginkel making big plays
Did You See That?!?...Xavier McKinney is balling
What Did We Learn Today?

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Week 5 preview: Ravens-Bengals, Bills-Texans, digging into the Steelers' and 49ers' offenses, and more Oct 04, 2024

Four weeks into the season, the 49ers' offense has been predictably great...but in unpredictable fashion. Four weeks into the season, the Steelers' offense has been unpredictably effective. Ravens-Bengals and Bills-Texans as the Week 5 Games of the Week? Well, yeah, not everything can be unpredictable. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen preview Week 5 across the NFL on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Buccaneers-Falcons recap
Ravens-Bengals preview
Bills-Texans preview
What's on my Fourth Screen?
Under the Hood: Steelers offense
Favorite realistic Davante Adams trade destinations
Take Tribunal: The Jets won't improve on last year's win total
The bizarro version of an elite 49ers offense
Jayden Daniels gets a much tougher test
What I Wanna Know

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Lions and Seahawks put on a show, our first 2025 NFL Draft check-in of the season, and more with Dane Brugler Oct 01, 2024

Dane Brugler makes his triumphant return to The Athletic Football Show to start laying groundwork for the 2025 NFL Draft. He and Robert Mays take a big-picture look at the class, and dig deeper into prospects who have caught Dane's eye, including Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty. The guys start the show by recapping Seahawks-Lions and Titans-Dolphins, and wrap it up by discussing Malik Nabers, the rookies in the Rams' defensive front and the top-two quarterbacks from the 2024 NFL Draft.

Rundown

Titans-Dolphins recap
Seahawks-Lions recap
Movers on Dane Brugler's 2025 NFL Draft big board
Upon Further Review: Jalen Milroe
Upon Further Review: Chargers defense and Chiefs offense check-ins
The Ball Knower: Malik Nabers is already a top-10 WR
The Ball Knower: Jared Verse and Braden Fiske are doing work
The Ball Knower: Is Ryan Poles sweating yet?

Host: Robert Mays

With: Dane Brugler

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Week 4 recap: Ravens upend Bills, Washington's surge continues, the Vikings keep rolling, and more Sep 30, 2024

Ravens-Bills wasn't quite the close contest we were hoping for, but it still gave us plenty to discuss about two teams that are likely among the best in the league. That's where Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen begin the Week 4 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the surging Washington football team, the 4-0 Vikings, troubles for the Jets and Eagles, a silly little game between the Falcons and Saints, and a whole lot more.

Rundown

Ravens trounce Bills
Washington Football Team...You Have My Attention
4-0 Vikings...You Still Have My Attention
Eagles...WTF?!?
Jets offense...WTF?!?
Falcons, Saints and the NFC South...WTF?!?
Chiefs and Texans...you guys are almost here
Did You See That? Jaylon Johnson
Did You See That? Darnell Washington hurdle + Steelers-Colts wrap
Did You See That? Ja'Marr Chase's ridiculous catch-and-run
What We Learned Today

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Week 4 preview: Vikings-Packers, Bills-Ravens, Seahawks-Lions, Jayden Daniels under the QB spotlight, and more Sep 27, 2024

Vikings-Packers, Bills-Ravens and Seahawks-Lions highlight the 16-game Week 4 slate and, helpfully, they're all in different game windows. Now that's how you schedule helpfully for the football fan, NFL. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into those three games, plus Jayden Daniels, the Broncos front, Todd Bowles as Jalen Hurts' kryptonite, and a whole lot more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Giants-Cowboys recap
Vikings-Packers
Bills-Ravens
Seahawks-Lions
QB Spotlight: Jayden Daniels
This Might Only Interest Me, But...
Broncos front vs. Jets offensive line
Jalen Hurts vs. Todd Bowles
The Athletic's front office survey
What Do You Wanna Know by the end of Week 4?

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Jayden Daniels coming-out party, another big night for Josh Allen, concerns for the Bengals defense, and the reasons why offenses have fallen behind with Mitch Schwartz Sep 24, 2024

Look, NFL, you can give us as many two-game Monday nights as you want, so long as we get to watch quarterback performances like we saw from Jayden Daniels, Josh Allen and Joe Burrow in Week 3. Mitch Schwartz joins Robert Mays to break down Commanders-Bengals and Jaguars-Bills on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also add their answers to the question about leaguewide offensive struggles and play a round of The Ball Knower.

Rundown

Commanders-Bengals recap
Jaguars-Bills recap
Why are offenses struggling?
The Ball Knower
What Mitch Knows He Knows: Josh Allen is the league's second-best quarterback
What Mitch Thinks He Knows: The Vikings are for real
What Mitch Wants to Know: If the run game is back, where are the superstar running backs?

Host: Robert Mays

With: Mitch Schwartz

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Week 3 recap: Chaos reigns, the Vikings do it again, Matt LaFleur is a wizard, the Cowboys are in trouble, and more Sep 23, 2024

Four teams are 3-0 as we head into the final week of September. One is the Chiefs. The other three are the Vikings, Steelers and Seahawks. It's safe to say chaos remains the only constant in the NFL. Well, chaos and the Chiefs. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen wrap up a wild Week 3 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Chaos reigns supreme
More likely to win their division...Steelers or Seahawks?
Minnesota Vikings...You Have My Attention
Matt LaFleur...You Have My Attention
Saquon Barkley and Dallas Goedert...You Have My Attention
Tampa Bay Buccaneers...WTF?!?
Raiders defense...WTF?!?
Shane Waldron...WTF?!?
Justin Fields attacking the middle
Malik Nabers giving off Ja'Marr Chase vibes
Jauan Jennings has a big day
The Cowboys defense just might be bad
It's So Over for the Dolphins
What We Learned Today

Host: Robert Mays

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Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Week 3 preview: Texans-Vikings, Lions-Cardinals, Ravens-Cowboys Desperation Bowl, breaking down the Colts offense, and more Sep 20, 2024

As recently as two weeks ago, we might not have thought that Texans-Vikings and Lions-Cardinals would be the games we'd most be looking forward to in Week 3. Therein lies much of the beauty of the NFL. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig deep into those matchups on the Week 3 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss who's more desperate for a win in the Ravens-Cowboys game, which of the 2-0 Steelers and 2-0 Chargers is more for real, the relative struggles of the Colts offense through two weeks, and a whole lot more.

Rundown

Patriots-Jets recap
Texans-Vikings
Lions-Cardinals
What's on My Fourth Screen?
Desperation Bowl: Ravens-Cowboys
Chargers-Steelers...Which 2-0 team is more for real?
Under the Hood: Colts offense
Airing of Grievances
What Do You Wanna Know?

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The state of NFL stats and a Falcons-Eagles recap with Amazon's Sam Schwartzstein; QB Counseling for Bryce Young and the Panthers with Steven Ruiz Sep 17, 2024

There is a permanent statistical revolution going on in the NFL, and there is no end in sight. Amazon Thursday Night Football's analytics expert Sam Schwartzstein joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to detail what you're seeing on the Prime TNF broadcasts, and why you're seeing what you're seeing. After that, noted Panthers fan Steven Ruiz from The Ringer joins Robert to go through some QB Counseling for Bryce Young.

Rundown

Falcons-Eagles recap
The state of stats in the NFL
QB Counseling for Bryce Young and the Panthers

Host: Robert Mays

With: Sam Schwartzstein and Steven Ruiz

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Week 2 recap: Chiefs trip up Bengals, the Saints go off again, the Buccaneers and Vikings are 2-0, the Ravens let us down, and more Sep 16, 2024

The Chiefs and Bengals gave us another classic, this one with the Chiefs escaping with a 26-25 win. The Saints offense went off for the second week in a row. The Buccaneers went into Detroit and beat the Lions. The Vikings upset the 49ers, while the Raiders tripped up the Ravens. Yup, it was a crazy Week 2. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen wrap it all up on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Quick Bears-Texans thoughts
Chiefs get past Bengals
You Have My Attention: Saints offense
You Have My Attention: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
You Have My Attention: Minnesota Vikings
WTF?!?...The Rams season feels over?
The Cardinals might have something
WTF?!?...The Colts run defense
WTF?!?...The Ravens lost another game they should've won
Geno Smith is balling
Keion White shines again
Aidan Hutchinson wrecked the Buccaneers offense
Quentin Johnston caught two touchdowns!
It's So Over for the Jaguars
What Derrik Learned Today: It's gonna take some time for Mike Zimmer in Dallas
What Robert Learned Today: We don't know anything about what will work and what won't

Host: Robert Mays

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Week 2 preview: Buccaneers-Lions, Bengals-Chiefs, rethinking preseason takes, Eagles offense breakdown, and more Sep 13, 2024

Week 2 is one of the best weeks of the year because we get our first opportunity to learn how much of what we saw in Week 1 was real. For instance, the Buccaneers offense was electric last week. That, however, was against a Washington defense that could be the worst in the league. How will the Bucs fare against the Lions on Sunday. That's one of our Games of the Week, along with Bengals-Chiefs. Speaking of, how worried should we be about the Bengals? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into those games, reconsider some preseason takes, unveil a few new segments and make an argument for you to watch a particular game on Sunday on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Jets-49ers recap + a game of Is This Real? with Mike Sando: Bengals panic, new NFC South playcallers, the Eagles are back, and more Sep 11, 2024

Week 1 often leaves us asking this simple question...is this real? Bengals panic after the loss to the Patriots...is this real? The Saints and Buccaneers offenses under new playcallers? Really good! The Falcons offense under a new playcaller? Pretty bad! Is this real? Robert Mays and Mike Sando dig into those situations, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, the guys also recap Jets-49ers and scoop up news items coming out of the weekend.

Rundown

Jets-49ers recap
Another suit against Deshaun Watson
Justin Fields likely to start for the Steelers in Week 2
Malik Willis to start in place of injured Jordan Love
Rams injuries
Is This Real? Bengals panic
Is This Real? The Saints offense is fun and good
Is This Real? The Buccaneers offense can light it up
Is This Real? The Falcons offense looks broekn
Is This Real? The Eagles offense is back
Is This Real? No more passing touchdowns

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Week 1 recap: Lions beat Rams in OT thriller, Dak gets paid and Cowboys roll, Bengals and Falcons fall flat, and more Sep 09, 2024

Week 1 represents 100% of the regular season football we've seen this season, so it's only natural to overreact. Not every reaction is an overreaction, though. For instance, it's not an overreaction to say that Dak Prescott had a great day...or that Josh Allen is a football superhero...or that the Bengals and Falcons were massive letdowns. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen discuss all that, and a whole lot more, on the Week 1 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Rams-Lions OT thriller
Dallas Cowboys...You Have My Attention
Josh Allen and the Bills/Cardinals game...You Have My Attention
Houston Texans run game...You Have My Attention
Cincinnati Bengals...WTF?!?
Jordan Love's injury...WTF?!?
Atlanta Falcons...WTF?!?
Did You See That?...JK Dobbins runs wild
Did You See That?...The Saints are committed to the bit
Did You See That?...Baker Mayfield dropping dimes
It's So Over for the Panthers
It's So Over for the Giants
What Did We Learn Today?...The Jaguars are still super frustrating
What Did We Learn Today?...The vibes in New England are different
What Did We Learn Today?...It's hard to be a rookie QB

Host: Robert Mays

Co-Host: Derrik Klassen

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Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Week 1 preview + Ravens-Chiefs recap Sep 06, 2024

We did it. We made it. The 2024 NFL regular season is here. In fact, one game is already in the books. We kick off this episode of The Athletic Football Show with a recap of the Chiefs' thrilling 27-20 win over the Ravens, featuring Robert Mays, Derrik Klassen and Mike Sando. Then, Robert and Derrik preview the rest of the games by highlighting five things they're excited about watching in Week 1, including Packers-Eagles, Lions-Rams, the potentially resurgent Cardinals and Jets, and Caleb Williams' NFL debut (approximate start time of 25 minutes).

Rundown

Chiefs-Ravens recap
Packers-Eagles will be fun
Cardinals upset potential over Bills
We finally get to see the Aaron Rodgers Jets
Good test for the Jaguars
C.J. Stroud vs. Anthony Richardson
Joe Alt gets Maxx Crosby in his first real NFL game
Rams-Lions redux
Baptism by fire for the Cowboys' new offensive line
Caleb Williams' NFL debut
There are a lot of young quarterbacks in the league!

Host: Robert Mays

Co-Host: Derrik Klassen

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Executive Producer: Michael Beller

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Playoff predictions, award winners and Super Bowl picks Sep 04, 2024

The 2024 NFL season is on our doorstep. There's just one item of business left...predictions! Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen offer up their playoff picks, award winners and Super Bowl Champions—along with some favorite bets—on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Defensive Player of the Year
Offensive Player of the Year
Coach of the Year
Assistant Coach of the Year
Offensive Rookie of the Year
Defensive Rookie of the Year
Rushing Leader
Passing Leader
Receiving Leader
MVP
Division Winners and Wild Cards
Super Bowl

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Co-Host: Derrik Klassen

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NFC West Preview Sep 03, 2024

We've come to the end of the division preview line for the 2024 NFL season, and we arrive here with a bang. The NFC West is on the shortlist for most exciting division in the league, one that includes the defending conference champion and a Super Bowl favorite. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dive into the 49ers, Rams, Seahawks and Cardinals on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

San Francisco 49ers preview
Los Angeles Rams preview
Seattle Seahawks preview
Arizona Cardinals preview

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Producer: Michael Beller

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AFC South Preview Aug 30, 2024

So this division got pretty fun pretty fast, huh? The Texans look like a legitimate Super Bowl contender. The Jaguars have their guy at quarterback, and the Colts just might, too. The Titans, meanwhile, are getting a lot of, "they may not be great, but they sure look frisky" love this offseason. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dive deep into the AFC South on this episode of The Athletic Football show.

Rundown

Houston Texans preview
Indianapolis Colts preview
Jacksonville Jaguars preview
Tennessee Titans preview

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AFC East Preview Aug 29, 2024

It's been a few years since the Patriots were the big, bad bully in the AFC East, but it's still jarring to see someone other than Bill Belichick patrolling the sidelines in New England. Meanwhile, there's good reason to think any of the Bills, Dolphins or Jets can win the division. Josh Allen! Aaron Rodgers! A fireworks show in Miami! One thing is for sure...it won't be boring. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen preview the AFC East on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Buffalo Bills preview
Miami Dolphins preview
New York Jets preview
New England Patriots preview

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NFC North Preview Aug 27, 2024

The Lions are inner-circle Super Bowl contenders. The Packers are potential Super Bowl contenders. The Bears have Caleb Williams and a ton of justified optimism. And there's plenty of intrigue for the Vikings, even with J.J. McCarthy out for the year. Is the NFC North the most exciting division in the league? It just might be. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Detroit Lions preview
Green Bay Packers preview
Minnesota Vikings preview
Chicago Bears preview

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AFC West Preview Aug 23, 2024

The Chiefs and everyone else...that's the AFC West. While it'd be a massive upset if the Chiefs don't run away with this division, it still has its fair share of storylines and intrigue. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into all of it on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Kansas City Chiefs preview
Los Angeles Chargers preview
Las Vegas Raiders preview
Denver Broncos preview

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NFC East Preview Aug 22, 2024

A familiar story is expected to unfold in the NFC East...the Cowboys and Eagles battling for the division title, and the Giants and Commanders battling to stay relevant. What can we expect from each of the four teams this season? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig into the NFC East on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Dallas Cowboys preview
Philadelphia Eagles preview
New York Giants preview
Washington Commanders preview

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The TAFS 2024 Wins Pool Draft Aug 20, 2024

Glory and humiliation...it's what friendly competition is all about. We bring both together in the annual TAFS Wins Pool. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen selected seven teams apiece with the goal of assembling the group that combines for the most wins this season. This year's twist...their final two picks had to be teams projected by the betting markets to win fewer than seven games. The winner will achieve personal glory. The loser will suffer the humiliation of paying off a bet on Radio Row during Super Bowl week. Friendly competition is the best, isn't it?

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NFC South Preview Aug 16, 2024

The Falcons gobbled up all the NFC South headlines this offseason—Kirk Cousins! Michael Penix! Matthew Judon!—but that doesn't guarantee them a division title. The Buccaneers mostly brought last year's division-winning band back. The Saints are boring, but generally competent. The Panthers, meanwhile, did everything they could to put a supportive infrastructure around Bryce Young. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen preview the NFC South on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Atlanta Falcons preview
Tampa Bay Buccaneers preview
New Orleans Saints preview
Carolina Panthers preview

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Early impressions of this season's rookie quarterbacks + J.J. McCarthy's season-ending injury, with J.T. O'Sullivan Aug 15, 2024

From excitement over Caleb Williams' debut to disappointment over J.J. McCarthy's season-ending knee injury, we already have plenty to talk about regarding this season's rookie quarterbacks. Robert Mays and former NFL quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan dive into early impressions on the rookies, and discuss what McCarthy misses out on by losing his rookie year, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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AFC North Preview Aug 13, 2024

Our 2024 Division Preview Series is here, and we're starting with a bang. The AFC North sent three teams to the playoffs last year, and that didn't include the Bengals, a team that went to two straight AFC Championship Games, as well as a Super Bowl, with a healthy Joe Burrow. What are we excited about for each of these teams? What's keeping us up at night? What does success look like? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen answer those questions and more about the Ravens, Browns, Steelers and Bengals on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

Baltimore Ravens preview
Cleveland Browns preview
Pittsburgh Steelers preview
Cincinnati Bengals preview

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Producer: Michael Beller

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The training camp storylines that matter—and the ones that don't—with Gregg Rosenthal Aug 09, 2024

Some training camp storylines matter. Some are just fodder to get us to the regular season. How do you figure out which is which? By listening to this episode of The Athletic Football Show with Robert Mays and Gregg Rosenthal of NFL Media.

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Predicting the NFL's top-10 defenses in 2024 Aug 08, 2024

Predicting the league's best offenses is child's play. The top defenses, though? That's a completely different ballgame. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen attempt to do just that, laying out their predictions for the league's top-10 defenses on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also dive into the latest on Brandon Aiyuk.

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The team DNA changers in the 2024 NFL season Aug 06, 2024

Description: A team's two or three best players aren't the only ones who determine how its season goes. Sometimes, a new guy comes in and changes what a unit can do and how it feels. Put another way, he changes the unit's DNA. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen highlight their 2024 DNA changers on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Mythbusters: Challenging preconceived notions about the 2024 season, with Mitchell Schwartz Aug 02, 2024

Wait a minute. Are the Chargers and Patriots really going to be that bad? Should the Falcons really be runaway favorites in the NFC South? Are the Jets really Super Bowl contenders? Robert Mays and Mitchell Schwartz bust some myths on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Predicting the NFL's top-10 offenses in 2024 Aug 01, 2024

OK, we'll give you one right off the top. The 49ers are our top offense heading into the 2024 season. But which nine teams will join them in the top 10? Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen offer up their predictions for this year's top-10 offenses on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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New deals for Tua and Jordan Love, a new season for second-year quarterbacks, and a new co-host for TAFS Jul 30, 2024

We at The Athletic Football Show are turning the page in more ways than one on this episode. Not only are we now firmly pointed toward the start of the 2024 NFL season, we are welcoming our new co-host. Derrik Klassen joins The Athletic Football Show as a permanent member of the cast, so it's only fitting that we focus on quarterbacks on this episode. The guys discuss the Tua Tagovailoa extension, welcome The Athletic Packers beat reporter Matt Schneidman to break down Jordan Love's, and break down what success looks like for this season's second-year quarterbacks—C.J. Stroud, Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young and Will Levis.

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Co-Host: Derrik Klassen

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Producer: Michael Beller

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Eleven players who can make a leap in the 2024 NFL season, with Trevor Sikkema Jul 26, 2024

Whether it's good-to-great, average-to-good, great-to-superstar, or some other combination thereof, plenty of players make leaps every NFL season. PFF's Trevor Sikkema joins Robert Mays to highlight the players they think can make the leap on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also round up some of the big news coming from the first few days of training camp.

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Half-baked takes for the 2024 NFL season, with David Helman Jul 25, 2024

Come the end of the season, you can't hold Robert Mays and Fox Sports' David Helman to the takes they offer up on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Don't you dare even try. After all, they're just half-baked takes.

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Rams head coach Sean McVay on the pursuit of greatness, coaching Aaron Donald, personal growth, and more Jul 23, 2024

Days before the Rams opened training camp for the 2024 season, head coach Sean McVay opened the doors of his home to Robert Mays and The Athletic Football Show. The two discussed what it was like to coach Aaron Donald, what Matthew Stafford allows the Rams to do, and how Puka Nacua emerged last year. They also dove into McVay's personal growth the last few years, the process for improving as a play caller, and what it means to be a great coach. Get ready for training camp with Mays and McVay on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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The biggest questions heading into training camp, with Mike Golic Jr. Jul 19, 2024

Training camp is upon us. What are the biggest questions we have as we usher in the 2024 NFL season? Robert Mays and Mike Golic Jr. from the DraftKings Network ask theirs on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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With: Mike Golic Jr.

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Three up, three down: The teams that will be better or worse than you think, with Aaron Schatz; The scoop on Scoop City with Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel Jul 18, 2024

We know the coming NFL season will deliver plenty of surprises of both the good and bad varieties. Which teams might be better than we expect? Which could fall on the other side of that coin? FTN Fantasy's Aaron Schatz, the Godfather of DVOA, joins Robert Mays to dig into those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel stop by to discuss their new podcast at The Athletic, Scoop City.

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The players who can swing the 2024 NFL season Jul 16, 2024

Players like Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen have the league in the palm of their hand. We know that. Identifying the wild card players who can swing their team's outcome, and thus that of the league as a whole, is a bit trickier. Bill Barnwell of ESPN joins Robert Mays to try and find those players on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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How to Spot the Next Breakout Wide Receiver Jul 12, 2024

Reception Perception’s Matt Harmon joins Robert Mays to break down which of the league’s receivers are primed for breakouts and where we should be looking for the league’s next elite group of pass catchers.

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How many teams can win the Super Bowl this season? Jul 11, 2024

Robert Mays sits down with ESPN’s Courtney Cronin to discuss how many teams can really win the Super Bowl this season. They talk about the no brainers, the teams with the best paths, who could make a jump and those that might get stuck on the outside looking in.

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Ten tips for crushing your fantasy league in 2024 Jul 09, 2024

Fantasy football season is almost here! Robert Mays sits down with Ben Gretch from Stealing Signals to get you ready to crush your league with ten rules to remember heading into the 2024 season.

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Which NFL offensive lines are better than you think? Jul 02, 2024

Brandon Thorn of the Trench Warfare newsletter joins Robert Mays to take stock of the league's offensive lines and debate which units might be better than people give them credit for.

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Ranking the QB Supporting Casts in the NFC Jun 28, 2024

ESPN’s Mike Clay joins Robert Mays to sort out which quarterbacks in the NFC have the best supporting casts around them and who benefits the most from personnel, coaching and play-calling.

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Lingering Questions about the NFC South Jun 27, 2024

For the final episode of this series, Seth Galina of Pro Football Focus joins Robert Mays to take a long, hard look at the NFC South and what the 2023 season did and didn’t tell us about the division.

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Ranking the QB Supporting Casts in the AFC Jun 25, 2024

Which AFC quarterbacks have the best supporting casts around them? Damien Harris joins Robert Mays to rank them 1 to 16 and explore who’s got the best play-callers, line play, pass catchers and runners to back them up.

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Football GM: Players turned coaches, Will Mays tribute and WR Brandon Aiyuk Jun 22, 2024

What's the difference between J.J. Redick and Jeff Saturday? Mike and Randy compare the former players turned coaches and consider how coaching differs in the NBA compared to the NFL. Randy pays tribute to the late Willie Mays, his childhood idol, and compares meeting the Say Hey Kid to meeting Muhammad Ali. The guys also discuss the Brandon Aiyuk situation with the 49ers and more on this final episode of the Football GM Podcast until training camps begin.

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Lingering Questions about the NFC West Jun 21, 2024

What lingering questions about the NFC West remain from the 2023 season? Shawn Syed of SumerSports joins Robert Mays to talk about the Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks and 49ers.

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Assessing the state of the QB market Jun 20, 2024

The QB market continues to make headlines with Trevor Lawrence’s new deal. Robert Mays is joined by Brad Spielberger, Director of Football Administration at Grand Central Sports Management, to break down these massive contracts. They dive into the deals and what we can really learn from them. They also talk about no trade clauses, upcoming contracts for Tua Tagovailoa and Jordan Love and much more.

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Raheem Morris + Dan Orlovsky on Dak Prescott and Trevor Lawrence Jun 18, 2024

Robert Mays sits down with Falcons head coach Raheem Morris to talk about what he’s building in Atlanta and about taking the league by surprise at the 2024 draft. Then Dan Orlovsky joins the show to talk about what contract talks with Dak Prescott and Trevor Lawrence could mean across the league.

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Football GM: Trevor Lawrence extension, Atlanta Falcons tampering and the CapFriendly website Jun 15, 2024

We made it to another week of the Football GM - Mike and Randy kick off their discussion with Trevor Lawrence's extension and why did the Jacksonville Jaguars decide to extend him now? Then the guys shift their conversation to the Atlanta Falcons and how they forfeited their fifth-round pick. After that, we discuss another non-NFL topic from an NFL perspective.

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Lingering Questions about the AFC West Jun 14, 2024

Derrik Klassen comes back to the show to ponder the questions we all still have about the AFC West after the 2023 season.

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Lingering Questions about the AFC East Jun 13, 2024

The Guardian’s Ollie Connolly joins Robert Mays to contemplate lingering questions about the AFC East left unanswered by the 2023 season.

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Drafting the NFL’s Best Coaches Jun 11, 2024

Robert Mays and The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue duke it out in a draft of the top 10 head coaches in the NFL.

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Football GM: Coaches transitioning, OTA's skipped and GM Notebook Jun 08, 2024

Mike and Randy begin their discussion on the transition for coaches coming from the college level to the pro level. The guys look at an example of this with UConn's men head basketball coach Dan Hurley and the Los Angeles Lakers interest in him. Then we shift our discussion to players who miss OTA's and whether it really matters. And then lastly, we end our discussion with the GM Notebook.

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Damien Harris on the state of the NFL RB + the end of the Bill Belichick era Jun 06, 2024

Robert Mays is joined by former RB Damien Harris to discuss the state of running backs in the NFL. They dive deep into the position before examining the end of the Bill Belichick era in New England. Damien talks about his days with the Patriots and playing with Tom Brady, what he believes happened with Mac Jones and much more.

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Buying or Selling NFL Offseasons: Teams in Transition Jun 04, 2024

Robert Mays continues our “Buying or Selling” series with Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated as they examine how teams in transition fared this offseason.

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Football GM: WR deals, QB situations and NFL Calendar Jun 01, 2024

In this edition of the Football GM Mike and Randy discuss the wide receiver market and how it never ceases to amaze them. Then the guys take a look at evolving QB situations around the league. After that we look at how the NFL calendar could change.

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Lingering Questions about the AFC North May 30, 2024

Robert Mays continues our series about lingering questions from the 2023 season, taking a hard look at the AFC North with The Ringer’s Steven Ruiz.

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Bills GM Brandon Beane May 28, 2024

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane talks with Robert Mays about the state of his franchise, his priorities for the team’s transition and what the front office has been trying to achieve in an eventful offseason.

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Football GM: moves, additions and OTA's May 25, 2024

Mike and Randy go division by division and discuss the recent moves and additions each team has made. And then we wrap things up with the GM Notebook.

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Lingering Questions about the AFC South May 23, 2024

Our series on lingering questions about the 2023 season continues as Robert Mays and Dan Pizzuta of The 33rd Team dig deep into the AFC South.

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Buying or Selling NFL Offseasons: The Middle Class May 21, 2024

The ‘Buying or Selling’ series rolls on as Robert Mays explores how the “middle class” of the league fared this offseason, with Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports.

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Football GM: Super Bowl odds May 18, 2024

In this edition of the Football GM, Mike and Randy start their discussion with Super Bowl odds. The guys take a look at some of the top predictions and break down why these teams may have the best odds at winning. From there, we share our thoughts on Netflix's upcoming documentary on Jerry Jones. Then we shift to a discussion on Tom Brady's new role in the media. And lastly, we wrap things up with a couple of news items surrounding the NFL.

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Buying or Selling NFL Offseasons: The Contenders + Titans head coach Brian Callahan May 17, 2024

The ‘Buying or Selling’ series continues and this episode is all about the contenders. Robert Mays and former NFL offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz evaluate the offseasons for the top 8 teams. Then, Titans head coach Brian Callahan joins the show to talk about his new role in Tennessee, Will Levis, coaching with his dad and much more.

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Lingering Questions about the NFC East May 16, 2024

Bob Sturm joins Robert Mays to continue the Lingering Questions from 2023 series with a deep dive about the NFC East and what the answers might mean for the Cowboys, Commanders, Eagles and Giants.

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The 2024 Non-Quarterback Player Draft May 14, 2024

Derrik Klassen and Diante Lee join Robert Mays again - this time to draft the non-quarterback players they would want leading a franchise over the next three seasons.

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Football GM: A peek at some of the interesting players in the 2024 draft class May 11, 2024

Mike and Randy are back with more thoughts on the 2024 NFL draft class. The guys take a look at some surprising and interesting players from this year's draft class. Then we wrap things up with the GM Notebook.

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Buying or Selling NFL Offseasons: The Playoff Hopefuls May 10, 2024

Should we buy or sell what the playoff hopefuls did this offseason? Robert Mays and 670 The Score’s Danny Parkins debate the moves of 8 teams and whether or not they are buying or selling stock in them this year.

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Lingering Questions about the NFC North May 09, 2024

Robert Mays begins our series about lingering questions from the 2023 season by taking a long, hard look at the NFC North with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell.

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The 2024 Quarterback Draft May 07, 2024

The quarterback draft is back! The rules are simple, which QB (and their contract) would you want leading your franchise over the next three seasons? Diante Lee and Derrik Klassen join Robert Mays to draft this year’s top 15.

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Questions we still have following the 2024 NFL Draft May 02, 2024

On Nate Tice’s final episode of The Athletic Football Show, he joins Robert Mays to talk about the biggest questions we still have following the 2024 NFL Draft. What can we expect from the Seahawks? How good can the Colts be? What will happen with the looming QB extensions? They dig into all of that and more. Plus, they look back on their time together on the show.

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Decoding messages that NFL Teams sent during the 2024 draft May 01, 2024

What did NFL teams tell us about themselves following the draft? Robert Mays is joined by ESPN’s Field Yates to break down the messages we’ve learned from roster building this offseason.

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2024 NFL Draft Day Three Recap: RB and TE runs, breaking down overall hauls, plans that made us go 'Hmmmm,' and more Apr 28, 2024

The Athletic Football Show wraps up its stint in Detroit with an in-depth look at day three of the 2024 NFL Draft. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler highlight the notable moments of the final four rounds of the draft, including runs at running back and tight end, why teams made the trades they did on day three, and some of their favorite picks. The guys also consider the draft as a whole, discussing their favorite overall hauls, plans that made them scratch their heads, and more.

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2024 NFL Draft Day Two Recap: All of the trades, none of the quarterbacks Apr 27, 2024

Day two of the 2024 NFL Draft came complete with all the trades we thought we might be getting on day one. It also saw a complete absence of quarterbacks, a few positional runs, and even one school run. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2024 NFL Draft First Round Recap: The Bears get a makeover, the Falcons shock the world (in a bad way), and offense reigns supreme Apr 26, 2024

Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Drake Maye. The 2024 NFL Draft got off to a predictable start. That, of course, did not last. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler recap the first round on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Which was the best pick? Which was the most surprising? What should we be watching for on day two? The guys answer all those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Biggest questions heading into the 2024 NFL Draft Apr 24, 2024

It's the last episode of The Athletic Football Show before the 2024 NFL Draft, and that can only mean one thing...it's time to highlight the things we can't wait to learn the next few days. Which team will trade up for a quarterback? Who inside the top 10 has the most intriguing decision to make? What might end up as the most interesting landing spot? Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler discuss the questions they're excited to get answers to during the draft on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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What's Dianna Hearing? The latest talk around the NFL at the start of draft week, with Dianna Russini Apr 23, 2024

Play time is over, NFL fans. Draft week is here, and everything is finally starting to get serious. Dianna Russini joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to dive into what she's hearing behind the scenes as draft week begins.

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Football GM: Player rankings on the defensive side in the 2024 draft Apr 20, 2024

Mike and Randy go over their top 10 defensive players in this year's draft. The guys discuss the reasons why they chose the players they did and how they fit. From there, Randy explains some of the things that go on in a draft room and how teams come up with their clusters of players on their board. And then we wrap things up with the GM notebook.

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A Draft Slots Prediction Draft Apr 19, 2024

The Ringer’s Ben Solak and Danny Kelly join Robert Mays for an intense pre-draft competition among fellow football podcasters. Via a snake draft, each participant selects a team of 10 players eligible in this year’s draft, trying to build a squad with the lowest combined draft slots (no. 1 is best, etc.). Game on.

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“Our Guys” in the 2024 NFL Draft Apr 18, 2024

We are officially one week out from the 2024 NFL Draft and this episode is all about “Our Guys.” Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler talk about the prospects they love in the top 10, the first round, on Day 2 and outside the top 100 consensus.

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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 5 to 1 Apr 16, 2024

On the last installment of The Athletic Football Show’s Mock Draft Scenarios, Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the top five picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. They examine the team needs for the Chargers, Cardinals, Patriots, Commanders and Bears. Plus, a bonus look at the Panthers to wrap up the episode.

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Football GM: Player rankings on the offensive side in the 2024 NFL draft Apr 13, 2024

We are two weeks away from the NFL draft. Is this a deep draft class this season? Mike and Randy look at how tape reveals character. The guys start off their discussion with the QB class in this year's draft and where they might rank. From there, we go through position groups on the offense and which players can produce effectively in the NFL.

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Mailbag: Examining the defensive players in the 2024 NFL Draft Apr 12, 2024

How many defensive difference makers will go in the first round? What do the Rams do to try and replace Aaron Donald? Why do defensive backs seem so hard to evaluate? Robert Mays is joined by Diante Lee to answer all of your questions about the top prospects on defense ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.

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The hardest players to evaluate in the 2024 NFL Draft Apr 11, 2024

Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler chat about which players in this year’s NFL draft class are the hardest to evaluate, from running backs to defensive linemen to defensive backs. They also talk about the work that went into The Beast, the annual guide to the draft that Dane compiles for The Athletic - now available on The Athletic’s site.

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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 11 to 6 Apr 09, 2024

In Chapter Four of their first round mock draft, Robert Mays and Nate Tice examine the potential options awaiting the teams picking from 11 to 6, and how they square with needs those teams are carrying into the 2024 NFL Draft.

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Football GM: trades, re-signings and receivers Apr 06, 2024

As NFL free agency continues, Mike and Randy discuss the most recent news surrounding free agency. The guys start the conversation off with WR Stefon Diggs trade to the Houston Texans. Then we take a look at the top three wide receivers in the upcoming draft. And lasting we end our discussion with the GM notebook.

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Breaking down the pass catchers in the 2024 NFL Draft Apr 05, 2024

In their second position breakdown of the talent pool in this year’s NFL draft class, Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler take a hard look at this year’s crop of pass catchers - from the big name prospects like Marvin Harrison Jr. and Brock Bowers to those teams might bet on deeper into the draft.

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Bills trade Stefon Diggs to Texans + Teams with the most at stake in the 2024 NFL Draft with David Helman Apr 04, 2024

Stefon Diggs is heading to Houston! Robert Mays is joined by David Helman, host of the "NFL on Fox Podcast," to break down the blockbuster trade. Then, they dive into which teams have the most at stake in the 2024 NFL Draft.

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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 18 to 12 Apr 02, 2024

In the third installment of their 2024 NFL Mock Draft, Robert Mays and Nate Tice explore the choices awaiting the teams picking between 18 and 12 and what they could mean for the future of the Bengals, Jaguars, Seahawks, Colts, Saints, Raiders and Broncos.

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Football GM: workouts, contracts and kickoffs Mar 30, 2024

Mike and Randy are back with another edition of the Football GM where they start their discussion on Michael Penix Jr's workout. Then we shift to Dak Prescott as he awaits a new contract. From there, the guys look at the various possibilities for teams in the draft. And lastly, we discuss the new kickoff rule along with other news that broke this week in the NFL.

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The Market for NFL Wide Receivers (With Mina Kimes) Mar 29, 2024

The market for the NFL’s elite wide receivers could soon explode again, with Justin Jefferson and CeeDee Lamb both eyeing big pay days. Robert Mays connects with ESPN’s Mina Kimes to survey the current market for the NFL’s wide receiver talent, for both top and second tier players, and how it relates to the incoming wide receiver class in this year’s draft.

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Breaking down the QBs in the 2024 NFL Draft Mar 28, 2024

It’s QB Day on The Athletic Football Show! Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler bring you an extensive look at the top QBs in the 2024 draft class. They dive into the film of Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy. Plus, they also talk about Michael Penix, Bo Nix, Spencer Rattler and where they could land.

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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 25 to 19 Mar 26, 2024

In the second installment of their 2024 mock draft, Robert Mays and Nate Tice ponder the decisions waiting for the teams holding the picks between 25 and 19 (The Packers, Cowboys, Vikings, Eagles, Dolphins, Steelers and Rams). With Robert on the ground in Florida at the NFL’s annual meeting, they also discuss the league moving to ban hip drop tackles and the Chiefs trading L'Jarius Sneed to the Titans.

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Football GM: The tush push, kickoff changes and hip drops Mar 23, 2024

In this week's edition of the Football GM, Mike and Randy discuss the interesting rules that will be brought up in the NFL owners meeting this weekend. From there, the guys turn they attention to J.J. McCarthy and Caleb Willams pro day and how it all played out. Lastly, we wrap up our discussion with the topic that includes evaluating butts in the NFL.

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What We Learned During NFL Free Agency Mar 22, 2024

Teams around the league started putting cards on the table this month, when the market for free agency opened. Robert Mays chats with PFF’s Brad Spielberger and The Athletic’s Dane Brugler about what this month’s player movement says about the plans teams are making for the draft and what it says about the markets for certain positions this offseason.

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Idiot's Guide to the 2024 NFL Draft Mar 21, 2024

If your 2024 NFL Draft knowledge is lacking, this is the episode for you. Dane Brugler and Nate Tice join Robert Mays to discuss the most important things you need to know about this year’s prospects. They talk about the positions of strength and weakness, their favorite player to watch, the QBs and much more.

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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 32 to 26 Mar 19, 2024

Welcome to the first installment of Robert Mays and Nate Tice future casting the first round of the 2024 NFL draft. In this go-round, they work their way from picks 32 to 26 and explore what they could mean for the Chiefs, 49ers, Ravens, Lions, Bills, Cardinals and Buccaneers.

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Free Agency Week Roundup: Justin Fields to the Steelers, Keenan Allen to the Bears, Aaron Donald retires, Vikings pick up another first-round pick, and more Mar 18, 2024

We finally caught our breath on Friday of free agency week, only to be bombarded by news during a roughly 30-hour window. Aaron Donald, arguably the greatest defensive player of all time, retired. The Bears traded for Keenan Allen, then traded away Justin Fields. The Vikings picked up another first-round pick in this year's draft. And, somehow, that wasn't everything. Robert Mays and Dianna Russini wrap up free agency week on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Wrapping up the first week of NFL free agency. Mar 16, 2024

Football GM has returned! Mike and Randy discuss some of the recent free agency moves and how they fit around the league. Then the guys take a closer look at each division and give their likes and dislikes of these recent moves. And lastly, we wrap the conversation up with the GM Notebook.

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Free Agency Day Four Recap: Calvin Ridley to the Titans, best approaches in FA, and more Mar 14, 2024

Four days into free agency and we're still going strong. The Titans stay aggressive by signing Calvin Ridley. The Lions keep shoring up last year's weaknesses. The Jaguars continue to disappoint us. And hey, we got a couple of trades today. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into all this, and highlight some approaches to free agency that they've liked, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Free Agency Day Three Recap: Danielle Hunter to the Texans, Diontae Johnson to the Panthers, the Cowboys' inaction, and more with Chase Daniel Mar 13, 2024

What an exciting three days it's been in the NFL. Well, unless you're a Cowboys fan. Chase Daniel joins Robert Mays to discuss Danielle Hunter joining the Texans, the Steelers trading Diontae Johnson to the Panthers, the Cowboys' complete inaction, and all the rest of the big news from day three of NFL free agency on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL free agency day two recap: Brian Burns to the Giants, Derrick Henry to the Ravens, active days for the Vikings and Patriots, and more Mar 12, 2024

Day two of NFL free agency in the 2024 offseason gave us a bit of a breather, but not much of one. Brian Burns is a Giant! Derrick Henry is a Raven! Aaron Jones is a Viking! Not literally, of course, but in a football sense. Plus, the Patriots and Commanders made a ton of moves, the Dolphins got on the board, and the Lions further shored up their defense. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Kirk Cousins to the Falcons, the Eagles' spending spree, Tee Higgins' trade request, and more from day one of NFL free agency Mar 11, 2024

Well that was quite the first day of free agency, huh? Oh, excuse us. It was quite the first day of the tampering period. Kirk Cousins to the Falcons! Saquon Barkley, and lots of others, to the Eagles! Guards and defensive tackles cashing in! Tee Higgins wants out! And a whole lot more. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Free agency preview: Best fits, big tickets, under-the-radar players and more Mar 08, 2024

The wildest NFL week of the year is on the horizon. Are you ready for some free agency?!? What are the best possible fits out there? Who's flying under the radar that can be a sneaky-good signing? What do we want to see happen? Robert Mays and Nate Tice answer those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Kirk Cousins' big decision, the loaded RB market, teams to watch out for in free agency, and more with Dianna Russini Mar 07, 2024

It's Kirk Cousins' world, and we're all living in it. Well, those of us who are neck-deep in NFL free agency, at least. Cousins will be among the big prizes when free agency opens next week, but who else will make headlines? Which teams should we expect to get aggressive? What does it mean that this is the most loaded running back free agent class...ever? Robert Mays and Dianna Russini answer those questions, and a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Franchise tag roundup, the Mike Evans deal, and Russell Wilson and the dead cap doldrums; Plus, Dane Brugler breaks down his post-combine mock draft Mar 06, 2024

March 5 was franchise tag day across the NFL, and it brought us mostly what we expected. Robert Mays and Nate Tice wade through the decisions, the potential extensions, and what comes next on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. They also dig into Mike Evans' deal with the Buccaneers, and the Broncos ripping off the Russell Wilson band-aid.

Then, Dane Brugler joins Robert to break down his post-combine mock draft.

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Prospects to Pros: 2024 NFL Scouting Combine wrap Mar 04, 2024

What do you do after spending a long week in Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine? You talk about it! Nate Tice and Dane Brugler but a bow on the combine by going over what we learned, position by position, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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The Justin Fields market, the Kirk Cousins domino, franchise tag machinations, and more scuttlebutt from the combine with Dianna Russini Mar 01, 2024

The Athletic Football Show wraps up its week at the combine with Robert Mays and Dianna Russini digging into the moves and news taking place behind the scenes. What's the market for Justin Fields? Will Kirk Cousins move on from Minnesota? Could the Buccaneers lose Mike Evans and Baker Mayfield? What franchise tag moves are still left to be made? Robert and Dianna dig into that, and a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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In The Pocket: The player's perspective on the franchise tag and free agency, and Chase Daniel's take on the 2024 QB class Feb 29, 2024

The NFL knows how to keep the news cycle churning, packing the combine, franchise tag decisions and madness of free agency into a three-week period within one month of the Super Bowl. What is all that like from the player's perspective? Robert Mays digs into those topics with Chase Daniel on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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The most interesting teams of the 2024 NFL offseason Feb 28, 2024

The combine is open, which means that we have really, truly turned the page to the offseason and, soon enough, the 2024 league year. This offseason brings questions for all 32 teams, but nine stand out above the rest. Robert Mays and Nate Tice identify the most interesting teams of the offseason on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Prospects to Pros: 2024 NFL combine preview Feb 26, 2024

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler get you ready for the 2024 NFL combine with a position-by-position preview. They discuss who they are looking forward to watching, what prospects need to have a big week and much more.

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Football GM: NFL free agent rankings Feb 24, 2024

When the season ends the baton gets passed to the GM world.The NFL is in the offseason and Mike and Randy talk about free agents in the NFL. The guys go through each position group of free agents and look at potential fits around the league. Then the guys further their discussion and look at potential trade offs and options for teams to make a trade.

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Prospects to Pros: NFL Draft top 12 picks scenarios Feb 21, 2024

Who needs an NFL Draft simulator when you have Dane Brugler! Dane joins Nate Tice to mock several scenarios for the top 12 picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. How many QBs will go? Where is the biggest pivot point? What teams could move up? They discuss all of that and more as they break down each pick.

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Key questions heading into the 2024 NFL offseason Feb 19, 2024

What will the QB carousel look like? How do the Lions keep this thing going? What can we expect from the WR market? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss all of that and more as they share their biggest questions for the 2024 NFL offseason.

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Football GM: SB LVIII takeaways, 49ers and Steve Wilks split and Commanders staff taking shape Feb 17, 2024

In this post Super Bowl 58 edition, Mike and Randy discuss their takeaways from the game. Then the discussion furthers with the guys wondering if the 49ers are unraveling a little bit. From there, we talk about the decision made by head coach Kyle Shanahan to fire Steve Wilks. Then the guys shirt their discussion to the Commanders and how their staff is taking shape. And lastly, the GM Notebook.

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Interviewing the NFL's defensive stars: Will Anderson Jr., Aidan Hutchinson, Brian Branch, Kyle Van Noy and Kyle Hamilton Feb 16, 2024

Robert Mays sits down with some of the NFL’s biggest stars at Super Bowl LVIII's Radio Row. He chats with NFL Defensive Rookie of the year Will Anderson Jr. about the culture in Houston. Then, Aidan Hutchinson and Brian Branch stop by to talk about the Lions season. Finally, Kyle Van Noy and Kyle Hamilton explain what made the Ravens’ defense so unique this year.

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In The Pocket: Biggest takeaways from Super Bowl LVIII Feb 15, 2024

What did we learn after re-watching Super Bowl LVIII? Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss their biggest takeaways from the film including Steve Spagnuolo’s game plan, Chris Jones and Trent McDuffie’s big night and of course Patrick Mahomes’ final drive. They also talk about the 49ers taking the ball in OT, what each roster looks like next season and much more.

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2024 NFL Draft top 100 Feb 14, 2024

With Super Bowl LVIII behind us, Dane Brugler joins Nate Tice to discuss his top 100 prospects for the 2024 NFL Draft. They talk about the talent in each position group and what players have caught their attention heading into the combine.

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Super Bowl LVIII Recap: The newest NFL dynasty is born after Chiefs 25-22 win over 49ers in overtime Feb 12, 2024

Two straight Super Bowl victories. Three Lombardi Trophies in five years. There may not be an exact definition of a dynasty in sports, but whatever the Chiefs are doing sure feels like it qualifies. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Super Bowl LVIII, break down all the key plays and decisions, discuss the ideas of legacy and dynasty, and put a bow on this NFL season on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Super Bowl LVIII, NFL Hall of Fame and Super Bowl predictions Feb 10, 2024

What will Super Bowl 58 come down to? In this Super Bowl 58 edition of the Football GM, Mike and Randy discuss the matchup of the 49ers vs. Chiefs and explore the various possibilities of what we'll see this Sunday. From there, the guys share their thoughts on the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame class. Then the discussion shifts to The Athletic's book "The Football 100". And lastly, we wrap things up SB 58 predictions.

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Super Bowl LVIII Preview: Key matchups to watch, the players and coaches with the most at stake (hi, Kyle Shanahan), prop bets, and predictions Feb 09, 2024

On September 7, 2023, we published our Week 1 Preview. Five months later from radio row in Las Vegas, Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the Super Bowl LVIII matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. What are the key matchups in the game? Where might either team be able to draw an advantage? Who has the most at stake? And who is going to win? The guys answer those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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The Mahomes/Purdy contrast, the euphoria of a Super Bowl victory, and the keys to Super Bowl LVIII with Chase Daniel and Mitch Schwartz Feb 08, 2024

We at The Athletic Football Show are lucky to have two members of our extended family who have been on Super Bowl Champions. We have the further good fortune of having one of those players be a recent teammate of Patrick Mahomes. So what's it like to win the Super Bowl? What's the week of prep like? What are the keys to Super Bowl LVIII? And where might Patrick Mahomes stand among the all-time greats if the Chiefs win on Sunday? Chase Daniel and Mitch Schwartz join Robert Mays to answer those questions, and more, on this episode of TAFS.

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Innovation, reinvention, and legacy: How the Chiefs and 49ers made it to Super Bowl LVIII, and what they're playing for on Sunday, with Nate Taylor and Matt Barrows Feb 07, 2024

The Chiefs have become a Super Bowl mainstay, but this version of the Chiefs is different from any that we've previously seen. The 49ers, meanwhile, are back in the game as the league's greatest offensive juggernaut. How did these teams get here? What, beyond the obvious, is on the line on Sunday? Robert Mays is joined by Nate Taylor, The Athletic's Chiefs beat writer, and Matt Barrows, The Athletic's 49ers beat writer, to dive into those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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The 2024 coaching cycle: The new parameters and the allure of the mystery box, with Dianna Russini Feb 05, 2024

The dust of the 2024 coaching cycle has settled. How did Washington pivot so quickly from Ben Johnson to Dan Quinn? What conclusions can we draw about what teams in the market prioritized? Which coordinator hires are the most interesting? Robert Mays and Dianna Russini dig into those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Most recent coaching hires, Brock Purdy's clutch situations and Super Bowl predictions Feb 03, 2024

In the past week we saw a few coaching hires in the NFL. Mike and Randy discuss these hires and how they might fit. Then we take a look at the 49ers and wonder if Brock Purdy is bailing out Kyle Shanahan? Lastly we wrap things up with the GM notebook and Super Bowl predictions.

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Lessons to take away from this season's Chiefs, 49ers, Ravens and Lions, with Bill Barnwell; Plus, Mike Macdonald to the Seahawks, Dan Quinn to the Commanders, and more from the coaching carousel Feb 02, 2024

Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, right? So how can the other 28 teams imitate the Chiefs, 49ers, Ravens and Lions? And what can we in the media and football-loving world learn from them, too? ESPN's Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to go over those lessons on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Plus, Robert and Nate break down the latest from the coaching cycle, including the Seahawks hiring Mike Macdonald and the Commanders hiring Dan Quinn.

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler checks in from the Senior Bowl Feb 01, 2024

We're all thinking about the S. Bowl these days. But while for most of us that means the Super Bowl, for The Athletic's NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler, it means the Senior Bowl. Dane checks in with Nate Tice from Mobile, where he's been attending Senior Bowl practices this week, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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In The Pocket: The greatness of Patrick Mahomes, the importance of playoff experience, and the shock of Ben Johnson remaining in Detroit Jan 31, 2024

Ben Johnson surprised most the football world on Tuesday by deciding to remain with the Lions as their offensive coordinator for at least one more season. And he helpfully did so just moments before Robert Mays and Chase Daniel began recording this week's episode of The Athletic Football Show's In the Pocket. The guys discuss the ripple effects of that decision, the greatness of Patrick Mahomes, the importance of playoff experience, and how the Chiefs were able to completely shut down Lamar Jackson in the AFC Championship Game.

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Championship Sunday Recap: 49ers win thriller over Lions, Chiefs shut down Ravens, and we've got a great matchup for Super Bowl LVIII Jan 29, 2024

Chiefs-49ers...that has a familiar ring to it, doesn't it? That's what we'll all be watching in Las Vegas on February 11 in Super Bowl LVIII. Before we get there, though Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Championship Sunday on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Head coaching additions, teams adding need and the GM notebook Jan 27, 2024

There's been six new head coaches hired since our last episode. Mike and Randy discuss these coaches and how the teams hiring knew what they were in need of. From there, the guys look at whether or not each of the six teams made the right choice. Then we shift our focus to the GM notebook and Championship Sunday predictions.

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Championship Round Preview: Key matchups for Chiefs-Ravens and Lions-49ers, a potentially paradigm-shifting game for Lamar Jackson, and more; Plus, Chargers hire Jim Harbaugh and more from the coaching carousel Jan 26, 2024

Chiefs-Ravens has the look of an all-time AFC Championship Game. Lions-49ers features an up-and-coming team that has announced itself to the league going up against a team we've seen in this spot multiple times in recent years trying to finally break all the way through. No matter what happens on Sunday, it's shaping up to be one great day of football. Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the AFC Championship Game and NFC Championship Game on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

The guys also discuss Jim Harbaugh to the Chargers, Raheem Morris to the Falcons, and Dave Canales to the Panthers.

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In The Pocket: The inevitability of Patrick Mahomes, the latest from the coaching cycle, and the important notes for HC candidates to hit in an interview Jan 25, 2024

If it seems strange that a podcast devoted to quarterbacks wouldn't talk much about Patrick Mahomes until January, consider this...Patrick Mahomes is inevitable. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss what it feels like to face up against that inevitability on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket. The guys also dig into the latest in coaching news across the league, and Chase details what he'd want to hear from a head coach candidate in an interview.

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Prospects to Pros: Senior Bowl Preview with Jim Nagy, Senior Bowl Executive Director Jan 24, 2024

College all-star game season has arrived, which means The Athletic's Dane Brugler is busy. Before he heads off to the Senior Bowl and East West Shrine Bowl, he sits down with Nate Tice and Jim Nagy, Executive Director of the Senior Bowl, to preview the game and discuss the top prospects who will be participating.

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Divisional Round Recap: Ravens, Chiefs, 49ers and Lions advance to Championship Weekend Jan 22, 2024

The Ravens dominated. The 49ers had just enough. The Lions took care of business. And the Chiefs and Bills gave us another thriller. At the end of it all, we've got our Championship Weekend matchups: Chiefs-Ravens and Lions-49ers. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the Divisional Round on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: the Divisional Round, head coaching vacancies and the NFC East Jan 20, 2024

The wild card round is over and now onward to the divisional round. But first, Mike and Randy take a look at all that went right and wrong for teams during the wild card round. From there, the guys discuss head coaching vacancies. Then we transition into a discussion about the playoff success of each team left in the playoffs. Following that, a look at the drama in the NFC East - except for The Washington Commanders. Lastly, we wrap up the conversation with the GM notebook and divisional round picks.

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Divisional Round Preview; Plus, the Cowboys keep Mike McCarthy and Bill Belichick seems to inch closer to his next job Jan 19, 2024

We've reached the best weekend of the NFL season. Not only do we still have four playoff games to watch, we get the best of the best going up against one another. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down Texans-Ravens, Packers-49ers, Buccaneers-Lions and Chiefs-Bills on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, the guys dig into the Cowboys' decision to stick with Mike McCarthy, and the possibility of Bill Belichick heading to Atlanta.

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In The Pocket: The Bill Belichick interview process, what we can learn from C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love, the nature of playoff rematches, and more Jan 18, 2024

On the field, we're down to just eight teams still playing football this season. Off the field, we have one of the most star-studded prospective head coaching pools any of us has ever seen. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into both the on- and off-field storylines on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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The new directions being taken in Seattle, D.C. and New England (we think) Jan 17, 2024

The Seahawks, Commanders and Patriots will all have new coaches in 2024. That represents massive change in Seattle and New England, and necessary change in Washington. That change, however, means different things depending on the franchise. Robert Mays is joined by The Athletic NFL beat writers Michael-Shawn Dugar (Seahawks), Ben Standig (Commanders) and Chad Graff (Patriots) to dig into each team's situation on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Prospects to Pros: Breaking down Dane Brugler's two-round mock draft Jan 17, 2024

Six quarterbacks, including the top-two picks, in the first two rounds? Three receivers, plus a tight end, in the top-six picks? Oh yeah, it's mock draft season. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler's dig into the latter's two-round mock on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Wild Card Monday Recap: Buccaneers continue unlikely season with win over Eagles, and Bills take care of business Jan 16, 2024

And with that, the Wild Card Round has reached its end. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the Buccaneers' win over the Eagles, the Bills' win over the Steelers, and a crossroads offseason on both sides of Pennsylvania on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Wild Card Weekend Recap: Lions win thriller over Rams, Packers stun Cowboys, C.J. Stroud leads Texans over Browns, Chiefs take care of Dolphins Jan 15, 2024

C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love spent the entire regular season announcing their arrival to the league. They both put an exclamation point on that announcement in the Wild Card round. What else? Oh, right, the Lions won the franchise's first playoff game in 32 years. The Chiefs, meanwhile, took care of business against the Dolphins. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the four games we watched, as well as their implications for the rest of the playoffs and next season, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: The changing of the guard Jan 13, 2024

In this week's edition of the Football GM Mike and Randy discuss head coaching changes around the NFL. Their conversation starts off with a look at all the teams looking for a new head coach. From there the guys talk about retirement as Nick Saban retires as head coach at Alabama. Randy shares about his time working with Saban and what the ideal candidate needs to have to replace him. Next, the guys discuss Bill Belichick and the Patriots mutually agreeing to part ways and the Patriots hiring of Jerod Mayo to replace him. Lastly, we wrap things up with the GM notebook and playoff picks.

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Wild Card Round Preview; Plus, the end of the Bill Belichick Era in New England and Pete Carroll out in Seattle Jan 12, 2024

The Wild Card Round is here, and Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it down as only they can on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. What would a win mean to each of the 12 teams in action? What's the most important aspect on both sides of the ball in each game? Who's a supporting player from each team you should keep your eye on? The guys answer those questions, and more.

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In The Pocket: Bears fire Luke Getsy...but keep Matt Eberflus, awesome QB matchups in the Wild Card round, how gameplanning changes in the playoffs, and more Jan 11, 2024

The playoffs are here, and oh boy do we have some intriguing quarterback matchups this weekend, especially on the NFC side of the bracket. Jared Goff vs. Matthew Stafford? Dak Prescott vs. Jordan Love? Yes, please. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into those matchups on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket. Plus, the guys discuss the coaching situation in Chicago, how gameplanning changes in the playoffs, and more.

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The 2023 TAFS NFL Awards Show: Lamar for MVP, fun battles at OPOY, DPOY and Coach of the Year, C.J. Stroud vs. Puka Nacua, and more Jan 10, 2024

Before we fully turn our attention to the playoffs, we must celebrate all the greatness we saw in the regular season. Lamar Jackson for MVP! Tyreek Hill vs. Christian McCaffrey vs. CeeDee Lamb for Offensive Player of the Year. Micah Parsons vs. Myles Garrett for Defensive Player of the Year. C.J. Stroud vs. Puka Nacua for Offensive Rookie of the Year. A helluva season for the Coach of the Year award. And a whole lot more. Robert Mays and Nate Tice hand out some hardware on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Prospects to Pros: CFP Championship recap, 2024 NFL Draft order curiosities, and more Jan 10, 2024

The college football season wrapped with a couple of contenders for QB4 in the 2024 NFL Draft making their closing arguments. Where might Michigan's J.J. McCarthy and Washington's Michael Penix end up on draft day? Plus, what are our early thoughts on the NFL Draft order now that the first 18 spots are locked in? Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Black Monday fallout: Mike Vrabel, Arthur Smith and Ron Rivera out, Bill Belichick in limbo, Jim Harbaugh's NFL prospects, and more with Dianna Russini Jan 08, 2024

While 14 NFL teams get ready for the playoffs, the other 18 have turned their attention to the offseason. At least six teams among those 18 will spend the immediate future looking for a new head coach. Robert Mays and Dianna Russini discuss all the Black Monday fallout on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays

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Week 18 Recap: The playoffs are here! Bills win AFC East, Texans win AFC South, Packers get in the dance, Arthur Smith gets fired, and more Jan 08, 2024

The playoff field is set. Which Wild Card matchup can we not wait to see? Which potential matchup do we hope to get to see a couple weeks from now? Robert Mays and Nate Tice start getting pumped for the playoffs on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, C.J. Stroud and the Texans win the AFC South! Jordan Love is a dude! Is Bill Belichick done in New England?! Arthur Smith's done in Atlanta, we know that. Plus, a whole lot more.

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Football GM: CFB Championship, MVP candidates and NFL big news items Jan 06, 2024

In this week's Football GM edition Mike and Randy start their discussion with the College Football Championship match up. From there, the guys take a look at some of the big news around the league this week........David Tepper's incident, Dak Prescott on the rise and choices for MVP. Then lastly, we wrap things up with the GM notebook and Week 18 predictions.

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Week 18 Preview: Bills-Dolphins for the AFC East, Texans-Colts for a playoff spot, Packers offense vs. Bears defense, and more Jan 05, 2024

The Bills and Dolphins meet on Sunday night with the AFC East on the line. The Texans and Colts meet on Saturday night with a trip to the playoffs on the line. The Packers find themselves in a win-and-in situation when they face the Bears in the latest entry in the NFL's oldest rivalry. There's little more you can ask for in the final week of the regular season. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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In The Pocket: Joe Flacco finds the fountain of youth, Jordan Love vs. Geno Smith, ownership's effect on players, and more Jan 04, 2024

In the final regular season edition of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss Joe Flacco's rebirth, whether they'd rather see Jordan Love or Geno Smith in the playoffs, how ownership affects players, and more.

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Prospects to Pros: Michael Penix, Blake Corum, and the rest of the NFL prospects who stood out in the CFP semifinals Jan 03, 2024

Michigan and Washington advanced to the CFP National Championship Game with wins in the semifinals on New Year's Day. They did it on the strength of individual performances from players who will be in the 2024 NFL Draft, most notably Washington quarterback Michael Penix. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into those performances, and take a quick look ahead to the championship game, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Keefer and the Beats: How Flacco saved the Browns, why the Ravens aren't running from past failures & inside the Russell Wilson benching in Denver Jan 02, 2024

In the Week 17 edition of Keefer and the Beats, The Athletic's Zak Keefer discusses Cleveland's surge with Zac Jackson, Baltimore's recent dominance with Jeff Zrebiec untangles Denver's mess with Russell Wilson, his contract and his murky future with the organization with beat writer Nick Kosmider.

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Week 17 Recap: Ravens and 49ers clinch 1-seeds, Lamar locks up (most likely) the MVP, crazy Cowboys-Lions finish, playoff races coming down to the wire, and more Jan 01, 2024

Okay, NOW the playoff picture is starting to come into focus. And it all starts with the Ravens and 49ers, the respective 1-seeds in the AFC and NFC. But it was the Lions and Cowboys who played the game of the week in Week 17. That's where Robert Mays and Nate Tice start the Week 17 recap edition of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Ravens, Lamar Jackson's likely second MVP, the great seasons in Houston and Indianapolis—regardless of what happens in Week 18—the massive letdown for the Eagles, and much more.

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Football GM: TNF, Russell Wilson benched, AFC and NFC updates Dec 30, 2023

As the regular season is nearing an end there are a lot of looming questions. Mike and Randy discuss these questions that present opportunities for teams to write their own legacy. Then the guys take a look at teams that could flip a switch heading into the playoffs. Lastly, we wrap things up with the GM notebook and Week 17 picks.

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Week 17 Preview: Lions-Cowboys, Dolphins-Ravens, NFC South intrigue, Wild Card races, and more Dec 29, 2023

A lazy show description writer would tell you that the playoffs are starting to come into focus, mostly because that's what people say this time of year. But in 2023, the picture isn't exactly coming into focus. Sure, seven teams have clinched playoff spots, but six divisions and both No. 1 seeds remain up for grabs. Plus, eight teams NOT currently in playoff position are within one game of a playoff spot. It's going to be a crazy final two weeks of the season. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break down what's coming our way in Week 17 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Browns clinch playoff berth with win over Jets on TNF Dec 29, 2023

Our Thursday night series in 2023 started with the Lions upsetting the Chiefs in what proved to be a sign of things to come. It ended with the Browns clinching a playoff berth with a win over the Jets. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the latter on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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In The Pocket: Taking an early ride on the 2024 QB Carousel Dec 28, 2023

Denver and Washington indicated through moves they made on Wednesday that they will be on the quarterback carousel in 2024. Who might join them? Who might avoid the ride? Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into that on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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Prospects to Pros: College Football Playoff Preview — Michigan vs. Alabama, Washington vs. Texas Dec 27, 2023

January 1, 2024, brings not only the hope and excitement of a new year, but also the College Football Playoff semifinals. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler preview Michigan vs. Alabama and Washington vs. Texas with an eye, as always, on the prospects who will do most of their work on Sundays in 2024 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Week 16 Recap: Ravens knock off 49ers, Dolphins get huge win over Cowboys, Lions clinch NFC North, and more Dec 26, 2023

The Game of the Season did not disappoint, especially if you're a Ravens fan. Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off the Week 16 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show with the Ravens' big win over the 49ers, a matchup we very well could see again in the middle of February. Plus, the guys discuss the Dolphins' win over the Cowboys, the Lions' first division title in 30 years, the Browns' ceiling in the playoffs, and a whole lot more.

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Football GM: The Rams are rolling right now, the Packers rocking with Jordan Love and the Eagles not quite in panic mode yet Dec 23, 2023

In this week's edition of the Football GM Mike and Randy start their discussion on how the Rams are clicking on all cylinders. Then the discussion shifts to a look at a name that hasn't been thrown around in the upcoming NFL draft. After that the guys discuss the Packers and where they are right now with Jordan Love. And then we stay in the NFC to discuss whether or not it's panic time for the Eagles. Lastly, we end the discussion with the GM Notebook and Week 16 picks.

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Week 16 Preview: Ravens-49ers is the Game of the Year, Cowboys-Dolphins matchup, the surprisingly fun Buccaneers offense, and more Dec 22, 2023

It's the most wonderful time of the year, alright. While some people would say that because of the holidays, others would say that because we get the Game of the Year on Monday night when the Ravens and 49ers get together in San Francisco. That's where Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off the Week 16 Preview edition of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also dig into Cowboys-Dolphins, the Buccaneers offense, and more.

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Thursday Postgame: Rams run over Saints 30-22 Dec 22, 2023

TAFS go LIVE on YouTube to break down the Los Angeles Rams' 30-22 victory over the New Orleans Saints, the offensive love affair happening in LA, and the lack-of-return New Orleans is getting on Derek Carr so far.

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In The Pocket: Trevor Lawrence and Jared Goff, the Cowboys' home/road splits, and more Dec 21, 2023

Is the existing Trevor Lawrence narrative correct? Can the Lions win the Super Bowl with Jared Goff, if not this season then at some point in the near future? Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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Prospects to Pros: Ohio State-Missouri, Penn State-Mississippi, and the best of the rest of the non-CFP bowls Dec 20, 2023

We might be impatiently waiting for Michigan-Alabama and Washington-Texas, but there is plenty of college football goodness coming our way before we get to the Playoff. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into the best of the non-playoff bowls from an NFL Draft perspective on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Keefer and the Beats: Brandon Staley's downfall, Sean McVay's rebound, and Mark Davis' next head coaching search Dec 19, 2023

Keefer and the Beats, takes a west coast swing this week, starting with Daniel Popper's insight into the Chargers' firings. Then, Zak stays in Los Angeles to discuss how Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford have revived the Rams with Jourdan Rodrigue. Finally, Tashan Reed gets into his conversation with Raiders owner Mark Davis and whether Antonio Pierce could be the solution at head coach.

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Week 15 Recap: Bills dominate Cowboys, Ravens stay atop AFC, Lions and Dolphins shine, Purdy does it again, and more Dec 18, 2023

The Bills were one of the big winners of Week 15, and loom as one of the most dangerous teams in the AFC...if they can just get into the playoffs. Then there's the Ravens, who remained atop the AFC with a win over the Jaguars. That's where Robert Mays and Nate Tice start this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Lions and Dolphins getting back on track, the good weekend for teams that call Ohio home, the Rams' seemingly clear path to the playoffs, and more.

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Football GM: Brandon Staley out, a TNF beatdown and QB observations Dec 16, 2023

The LA Chargers made the move to fire HC Brandon Staley - Mike and Randy discuss the somewhat not so surprise firing of Staley. From there - we focus on the Raiders team- record 63 points on TNF. After that - we observe some of the QB's around the league talent and skill level. Lastly, the conversation ends with the GM notebook and Week 16 predictions.

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Week 15 Preview: Cowboys-Bills, AFC hierarchy, Wild Card friskiness on Saturday, and more Dec 15, 2023

Cowboys-Bills is the marquee game of the weekend, and with good reason. On one side, we have a Cowboys team that looks like one of the Super Bowl favorites, led by an MVP frontrunner. On the other, we have a Bills team that could make a deep playoff run, if only it, you know, makes the playoffs. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig deep into that game on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the AFC hierarchy, what the Eagles and Seahawks need to do to get right, the potential friskiness of Wild Card contenders playing on Saturday, the Chargers debacle, and more.

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In The Pocket: Building around Justin Herbert, the Bears' Justin Fields vs. #1 pick question, the legend of Tommy Cutlets, and more Dec 14, 2023

A couple of Justins are going to be among the most interesting characters this NFL offseason. First, how are the Chargers going to build around Justin Herbert to finally get the most out of him? Second, with the Bears likely to get the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, what is Justin Fields' future? Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into that, and plenty more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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Prospects to Pros: Wading through underclassmen draft declarations and the transfer portal Dec 13, 2023

It's the middle of December, the time when seemingly countless college football players are on the move. Some of those players are headed to the draft. Others are headed to new programs, via the transfer portal. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into both groups of players on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Keefer and the Beats: Jake Browning gives the Bengals hope, the Lions recent issues, and Zach Wilson's wild week Dec 12, 2023

In the Week 14 edition of Keefer and the Beats, Zak Keefer digs into the Bengals' resurgence with Jake Browning at QB with Paul Dehner, Jr.; the Lions' late-season skid and the worries that are growing in Detroit with Colton Pouncy; and Zach Wilson's return to the starting lineup for the Jets with Zack Rosenblatt.

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Week 14 Recap: Cowboys get their big win, Bills beat Chiefs, Lions and Texans disappoint, and more Dec 11, 2023

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 stay wild. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into all the key Week 14 results and stories on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Changes looming in Pittsburgh, a rough week hits Buffalo, and a look at the ownership level Dec 09, 2023

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 ownership level in the NFL. Lastly the guys get into the GM notebook and their Week 14 predictions.

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

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 against the gauntlet of the Ravens defense, CJ Stroud vs. the Jets defense, Trevor Lawrence magically heals himself, Jake Browning goes for another W and more with Robert Mays and Nate Tice.

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In The Pocket: Dak Prescott vs. Brock Purdy for MVP, Jake Browning's heroics, and more Dec 07, 2023

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 Robert Mays and Chase Daniel begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket. They also get into Jake Browning's MNF heroics and plenty more.

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Prospects to Pros: Heisman finalists and the P2P maibag Dec 06, 2023

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 finalists, headlined by favorite, and Dane's QB3, LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels.

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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 Dec 05, 2023

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 Buffalo with Tim Graham, and the Desmond Ridder conundrum in Atlanta as the Falcons remain in first place with Josh Kendall.

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Week 13 Recap: Niners crush Eagles, Packers knock off Chiefs, Wild Card races heat up, and more Dec 04, 2023

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 are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: A unique TNF match up, 2024 QB draft class and Week 13 predictions Dec 02, 2023

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 they share their thoughts on Frank Reich firing. And then lastly, the guys wrap up their discussion with the GM notebook and their Week 13 predictions.

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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 Dec 01, 2023

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 NFC, the Lions have issues on defense, and a quartet of teams are going to give us a super fun wild card race the rest of the way. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into all that and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Nov 30, 2023

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 The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket. They also talk about Russell Wilson's mini-turnaround, why certain successful coordinators become good head coaches and others don't, and Andy Dalton's role in Bryce Young's growth after the firing of Frank Reich.

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Prospects to Pros: Mock Draft Madness and Championship Week check-in Nov 29, 2023

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 check in on this weekend's conference championship games.

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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 Nov 28, 2023

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' inherent flaws with Daniel Popper, and if the Colts' playoff-contention status with James Boyd.

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

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 Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also talk the Jaguars scoring a big win over the Texans, the AFC Wild Card picture, and more.

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

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 Jaguars-Texans and Bills-Eagles games, go under the hood on the Dolphins, and consider the NFL Draft ramifications of the Patriots-Giants matchup. All that, plus a look at a couple other games, picks, and more!

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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 Nov 22, 2023

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 his best season, and the overall state of play in Kansas City for Patrick Mahomes. Then, Chase shares memories on what it's like to play in one of the Thanksgiving Day games.

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Prospects to Pros: Best players to watch on Rivalry Weekend Nov 22, 2023

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 all the biggest matchups this weekend, including Ohio State vs. Michigan, Alabama vs. Auburn, prospects in the Oregon vs. Oregon State game and much more.

0:00 Ohio State & Michigan prospects

27:19 Alabama & Auburn prospects

33:14 Oregon & Oregon St.

44:32 Florida &. Florida St.

52:18 Clemson & South Carolina / UNC & NC State

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Keefer and the Beats: The Broncos' climb, the Bears looming QB dilemma, and the Cardinals' Kyler question Nov 21, 2023

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, starting with Justin Fields playing for his future, with beat writer Adam Jahns; and finally, a look into Kyler Murray's return in Arizona and how it will play into the Cardinals' long-term thinking with Doug Haller.Follow Zak on Twitter: @zkeefer

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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 Nov 20, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Jaguars offense getting back on track, the NFC's upper crust taking care of business, C.J. Stroud doing C.J. Stroud things, and more.

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Football GM: Costly injury on TNF, Deshaun Watson out for the season, and the Bills in disarray Nov 18, 2023

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 for the season and what to make of the Bills in disarray. From there the guys discuss the GM notebook and make their Week 12 predictions.

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

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 Week 11. Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview that game, and get into a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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In The Pocket: Comparing CJ Stroud & Bryce Young + was the Bills firing warranted? Nov 16, 2023

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 and save jobs in Carolina with Bryce Young under center? What are the biggest differences between the success CJ Stroud is having in Houston, versus the lack of success Bryce is having with the Panthers? All that and more on this edition of In The Pocket.

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

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 Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. They also dive deep on the 2024 receiver, tight end and running back classes.

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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 Nov 14, 2023

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 Barrows (49ers). The discussion starts off with the Browns season turning moment of their wild finish against the Ravens. Then we move on to the Packers and discuss all the questions surrounding them. And then lastly, the 49ers, could this be an end to their slump?

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

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 here to break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Struggles in TNF, likely MVP candidates and Week 10 predictions Nov 11, 2023

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 discussion on the likelihood of this being the year we see a non-QB win MVP. And then lastly, the GM notebook, Week 10 predictions and more.

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Week 10 Preview: Midseason Awards, 49ers-Jaguars, Browns-Ravens, and more Nov 10, 2023

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 Athletic Football Show. The guys then turn their attention to Week 10, diving into the big game between the 49ers and Jaguars, the chess match between the Ravens offense and Browns defense, and more.

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In The Pocket: Will Levis takes over, Joe Burrow is back, how teams are using tempo, and more Nov 09, 2023

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 Pocket. The guys also discuss Will Levis taking over in Tennessee, how teams are using tempo this season, and more.

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

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 rookies at each position this season. They couldn't leave the Prospects side of the equation untouched, though. After wrapping up their rookie discussion, they discuss the biggest college games of the weekend from an NFL Draft perspective.

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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 Nov 07, 2023

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 Standig, Dan Duggan and Alec Lewis to discuss the Commanders finally choosing a path, the huge decisions facing the Giants, and the birth of a folk hero in Minnesota.

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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 Nov 06, 2023

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 and Seahawks-Ravens on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. They also discuss C.J. Stroud's big day, Josh Dobbs' heroics, and more.

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Football GM: TNF QB recap, Raiders make changes and trade deadline reactions Nov 04, 2023

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 and Week 9 predictions.

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

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-Bengals on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. They also discuss the Raiders' decision to fire Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler, break down the moves made at the trade deadline, and consider the quarterback future in Atlanta.

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Raiders fire HC Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler Nov 01, 2023

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 Reed joins Michael Beller to discuss why the team made the move now, and what's next for the franchise, on this emergency episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Nov 01, 2023

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 down, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. After that, he and Nate Tice dig deeper into the top 50.

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Keefer and the Beats: Seahawks add depth, Cowboys taking shape and Chiefs unexpected loss Oct 31, 2023

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 Taylor (Chiefs). The discussion starts on the Seahawks adding to an already deep defensive line group. Then we shift to the Cowboys and ponder if they're just a tease or ready to take the next step. And then lastly, a breakdown of the Chiefs' unexpected loss to the Broncos.

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

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 suffered soul-searching losses that now seem like they happened a lifetime ago. And the Bengals appear to be all the way back. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into all that, and a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Bills win on TNF, Lamar Jackson at his best, and the looming NFL trade deadline Oct 28, 2023

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 their thoughts on Dalvin Cook possibly being on the move, and how Hunter Renfrow might be a sought-after commodity. Plus, uncertainty in Green Bay, the GM Notebook and Week 8 predictions.

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

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 Athletic Football Show. The guys also dig into the Bengals-49ers matchup, breakdown the looming battle between the Seahawks offense and Browns defense, go Under the Hood on the emerging Chiefs defense, and more.

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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 Oct 26, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket. The guys also discuss trade deadline dynamics in the locker room, on-field histrionics from quarterbacks, and the continued uncertainty surrounding Deshaun Watson's playing status.

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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 Oct 25, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros. The guys start off with the top two in the class, Caleb Williams and Drake Maye, before moving on to their respective QB3s. They wrap things up by discussing a the rest of the quarterbacks who will, or could, come out this spring.

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Keefer and the Beats: The Bills get upset, the Ravens make a statement, and the Panthers make a change Oct 24, 2023

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 Athletic NFL beat writers Joe Buscaglia (Bills), Jeff Zrebiec (Ravens), and Joe Person (Panthers) join Zak Keefer to discuss these topics, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Keefer and the Beats.

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Week 7 Recap: Ravens crush Lions, Eagles take care of Dolphins, worries in Buffalo, and more Oct 23, 2023

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 league on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: A dicey TNF, play calling duties in Carolina and a look at personnel in the NFL Oct 21, 2023

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. Mike and Randy discuss this along with Aaron Rodgers, teams with personnel issues, and Week 7 picks. Then, The Athletic NFL writer Dan Pompei joins Mike to discuss their book "The Football 100," profiling the 100 greatest players in NFL history.

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

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 February. That's where Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also dig into the Lions-Ravens and Rams-Steelers matchups and play a little game of Serious or Unserious? with the glut of teams in the league that have three wins and/or losses.

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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? Oct 19, 2023

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 effect when a team changes playcallers? And how does a team adjust when it's going to start its backup quarterback? Chase Daniel walks Robert Mays through the answers to those questions, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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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 Oct 18, 2023

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 Brandon Thorn from the Trench Warfare newsletter and Bleacher Report to survey the OL landscape. Then, the guys take a look back at Oregon-Washington and a look ahead to Penn State-Ohio State.

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Keefer and the Beats: The Lions rise, the Rams rebound, and the Raiders confound Oct 17, 2023

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 the Beats includes all of The Athletic reporters who cover those teams. Colton Pouncy (Lions), Jourdan Rodrigue (Rams) and Tashan Reed (Raiders) join Zak Keefer on this episode to break down their teams one-third of the way through the season.

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Week 6 Recap: Niners and Eagles lose, Bengals grind out another win, NFC South disappointment, and more Oct 16, 2023

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. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap it all on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: Sean Payton's headscratchers, the Lions' ascendance, the 49ers' dominance, and more Oct 14, 2023

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 The Athletic Football Show's Football GM. The guys also get into, in order, Zach Wilson, the Packers, the Lions, the 49ers, Jimmy Garoppolo, Bill Belichick, Deshaun Watson's shoulder, the Jaguars' performance in London, and Week 6 picks.

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

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 of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also dig into a couple intriguing unit vs. unit matchups, ponder the future in Minnesota, go Under the Hood on the Panthers offense, and more.

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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 Oct 12, 2023

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 that, and more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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Prospects to Pros: Oregon-Washington, USC-Notre Dame highlight prospect watching in Week 7 Oct 11, 2023

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 NFL Draft. Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dive into those games, and also discuss the value of in-person scouting, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Keefer and the Beats: Hot seats, stumbles and a late steal Oct 10, 2023

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 Kaboly.

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Week 5 Recap: 49ers crush Cowboys, Lions and Dolphins keep rolling, Bengals wake up, Ravens disappoint, and more Oct 09, 2023

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 Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss how the Lions and Dolphins continue to roll, the Ravens' disappointing loss to the Steelers, the hugely important bounceback by the Bengals, and more.

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Football GM: Trades, first wins and quarterbacks Oct 07, 2023

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 the Packers against the Raiders? A look at how teams can go about several ways to find a QB. Deshaun Watson would have gone if he could have gone. The GM Notebook and Week 5 predictions.

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Week 5 Preview: Cowboys-49ers showdown, sneaky fun Eagles-Rams matchup, pleasant surprises through four weeks, and more Oct 06, 2023

We've been waiting all day for Sunday night? Yeah, that'll be true this week, when the Cowboys and 49ers get together for one of the games of the year. Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview that game, and discuss a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys highlight their favorite surprises of the season to date, dig into the struggling Falcons and Giants offenses, and nerd out over the matchup between the Rams offense and Eagles defense.

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

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 the hallmarks of a well-coached defense on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.

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Prospects to Pros: Checking in on NFL rookies after one month in the league Oct 04, 2023

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 the rest on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.

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Keefer and the Beats: Big picture in Tennessee, drama in Chicago, and a complete team in San Francisco Oct 03, 2023

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 beat writers, Kevin Fishbain (Bears), Joe Rexrode (Titans) and Matt Barrows (49ers) to break down and discuss this all.

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Week 4 Recap: Bills over Dolphins, Ravens take control of AFC North, Patriots and Saints disappoint, and more Oct 02, 2023

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 the best in the league. That's just two of the topics Robert Mays and Nate Tice hit in the Week 4 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Football GM: TNF recap, good start for C.J. Stroud, and the Jets leadership Sep 30, 2023

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 leadership. The Browns are looking better. And which of the four remaining winless teams will still be winless after Week 4?

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

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 Mays and Nate Tice dig into those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys play a game of Would You Rather? with the 0-3 teams, go Under the Hood on the Eagles offense, make some picks for Week 4, and more.

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

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 a performance from Justin Herbert. What happens to Kirk Cousins the rest of the season? And how Davante Adams seems a bit frustrated in Las Vegas and more.

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

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 Notre Dame-Ohio State game, talk about all the fun Pac-12 quarterbacks are having, look ahead to some big opportunities for specific players in Week 5, and more.

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Keefer and the Beats: Peeling back the curtain in Week 3 Sep 26, 2023

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 Daniel Popper, Browns beat writer Zac Jackson and Colts beat writer James Boyd to discuss all of this and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Week 3 recap: Dolphins explode for 70 points, Cowboys and Jaguars fall flat, Myles Garrett goes off, and more Sep 25, 2023

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, Myles Garrett's big day, and a whole lot more.

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Football GM: The good, bad and ugly Sep 23, 2023

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 question. And an unexpected 2-0 start for the Washington Football Team.

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

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 down Falcons-Lions, their Game of the Week, and Packers offense vs. Saints defense, their Matchup of the Week. They also dig into an 0-2 Desperation Index and ask 'Are You Buying This?' on the 2-0 Commanders and Buccaneers.

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In The Pocket: Justin Fields' struggles, Tua Tagovailoa's ascent, Sam Howell's flashes, and more Sep 21, 2023

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 Tagovailoa and Mike McDaniel, revel in their enjoyment of Sam Howell and Eric Bieniemy, and also discuss the play through two weeks of Bryce Young and Josh Allen.

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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 Sep 20, 2023

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 Coleman is to cementing himself as the WR2 in the class, and find some agreement on the best positions in this class, plus a whole lot more.

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Keefer and the Beats: It was a wild Week 2 Sep 19, 2023

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 injuries and more!

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

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 teams disappointed in Week 2? The guys answer all those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Football GM: Week 2 preview, a season without Aaron Rodgers and more Sep 16, 2023

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 the Jets do if Wilson doesn't work out?

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

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-Bengals and Chiefs-Jaguars, highlight some preseason takes they might already want back, and ask 'Are You Buying This?' about some of what we saw last week. Plus, Matchup of the Week. Tice's Touts, and more.

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In the Pocket: Josh Allen's disastrous night, Jordan Love's big day, Anthony Richardson's debut, and more Sep 14, 2023

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 NFL debut. The guys also hit on Matthew Stafford carving up the Seahawks and Jim Schwartz's successful gameplan against Joe Burrow and the Bengals.

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Prospects to Pros: QB3 candidates, Caleb Williams check-in, rookie standouts, and more Sep 13, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also check in on Caleb Williams, highlight standouts on the defensive side of the ball, and give some love to the rookies who flashed in Week 1 of the NFL season.

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Keefer and the Beats: A Week 1 focus on new quarterback and coach pairings Sep 12, 2023

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 discuss their teams' Week 1 games. The conversation, as you might imagine, focuses on new coach and quarterback pairings.

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

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 Steelers, the Browns wire-to-wire win over the Bengals, Trevor Lawrence-to-Calvin Ridley, and a whole lot more.

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

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 Burrow's new contract. They unveil their future power rankings and make some picks for Week 1, as well.

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Week 1 Grabbag: Games of the Week, Matchups of the Week, Tice's Touts, and more Sep 07, 2023

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 and Dolphins-Chargers, and highlight what they're looking for in the Eagles offense/Patriots defense and 49ers offense/Steelers defense showdowns. Plus, Nate makes some picks in Tice's Touts, and Dianna Russini joins Robert to discuss the latest contract news. Football is back!

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2023 NFL Season Predictions: Super Bowl Champ, Division Winners, Award Winners, and more Sep 07, 2023

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 winners and stat champions, and wrap it all up with their MVP and Super Bowl picks.

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Prospects to Pros: Shedeur Sanders & QB3 race, Rookie of the Year picks & more Sep 06, 2023

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 the QBs who might push for 3 on their prospect lists, and make some predictions for the 2023 Rookies of the Year in the NFL.

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Best Teams Draft & We Wouldn't Be Surprised If... Sep 04, 2023

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! And the loser has to pay off a bet in person at the Super Bowl. Who ya got?! Plus, we go through a little round of "We Wouldn't Be Surprised If..." with some bold predictions for the 2023 season.

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NFC East Preview Sep 01, 2023

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, and can the Giants coaching staff work their magic again? All that and tons more on each team as we round out the series.

0:00 - Philadelphia Eagles

32:19 - Dallas Cowboys

55:06 - New York Giants

1:18:15 - Washington Commanders

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Shane Steichen to the Colts, Jonathan Gannon to the Cardinals, and more on the coaching carousel Feb 15, 2023

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 their coordinators to head coaching gigs, Todd Monken returning to the NFL as the Ravens' offensive coordinator, Frank Reich's fun staff in Carolina, and more.

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3:05 Shane Steichen to the Eagles

16:57 Jonathan Gannon to the Cardinals

31:10 Todd Monken joins Ravens as OC

39:41 Frank Reich's cool staff in Carolina

43:45 OC searches in Tampa and D.C.

46:28 Eric Bieniemy moving on from KC?

51:01 Restrained optimism about Kellen Moore/Chargers pairing

56:07 Super Bowl week restaurant review

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s updated 2023 NFL Draft Top 100 Feb 15, 2023

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’s updated 2023 NFL Draft top 100. They discuss the TE’s, the talent at RB, their biggest disagreement and much more.

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12:32 Dane Brugler’s top 100

13:30 TE’s in the top 100

22:52 DT Gervon Dexter Sr.

28:19 DT Adetomiwa Adebawore

32:13 Talent in the RB class

45:45 Dane and Lance’s biggest disagreement in top 100

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Between the Lines Ep. 1: The Long History of Football and Race Feb 14, 2023

Welcome to the first episode of The Athletic's latest narrative podcast series - Between the Lines. The five episode series hosted by The Athletic's Tashan Reed looks at the Black experience in the NFL through a series of interviews with a diverse group of current and former NFL players, coaches, executives and league officials.

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Chiefs win thriller over Eagles in Super Bowl LVII for second title in four years Feb 13, 2023

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 Super Bowl LVII on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:00 Mahomes and the Chiefs do it again

6:00 Patrick Mahomes building an unbelievable legacy

14:23 What a game from Jalen Hurts

21:56 A masterful performance by Andy Reid

42:20 What's next for the Eagles?

50:41 What's next for the Chiefs

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Super Bowl LVII gambling extravaganza Feb 11, 2023

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 some cross-sport props.

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Super Bowl LVII preview — matchups, X-factors, picks, and more Feb 10, 2023

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're down to one on both counts. It's the Eagles and Chiefs for the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl LVII. How will the teams go after one another? Where are they strong, and where are they vulnerable. Who will win the game? Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down in detail on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:08 The narrative aspects of the matchup

6:08 The growth of the Eagles over the last 18 months

10:28 Jalen Hurts' progress

13:38 This Chiefs offense vs. previous Chiefs offenses

18:58 Patrick Mahomes' legacy

24:23 When the Eagles have the ball...

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81:39 X-factors

85:14 Who wins Super Bowl LVII?

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The 10 non-quarterbacks who define Super Bowl LVII Feb 09, 2023

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 quarterbacks. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into the most important non-quarterbacks in the Super Bowl on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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4:25 Jeff Stoutland

8:39 Steve Spagnuolo

16:06 A.J. Brown and Haason Reddick

26:43 Travis Kelce

36:29 Jason Kelce

41:03 Kansas City's rookies

44:00 Brett Veach

50:06 Howie Roseman

54:22 Chris Jones

60:02 Nick Sirianni

64:54 Andy Reid

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Prospects to Pros: Lance Zierlein’s 2023 NFL mock draft 1.0 Feb 08, 2023

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 portal players who could go in the top 10. They also talk about QB's Will Levis and Anthony Richardson, Lance reveals his WR1 and much more.

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2:08 If the Bears do pick at No. 1

4:06 Jalen Carter vs. Will Anderson Jr. at the top

7:15 Transfer portal players in the first round

12:28 Will Levis

17:23 Keion White

20:58 Anthony Richardson

24:58 Calijah Kancey

28:55 Jalin Hyatt

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Football GM: Super Bowl LVII picks, Aaron Rodgers' and Lamar Jackson's future, coordinator moves, and more Feb 08, 2023

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 lingering head coaching vacancies in Indianapolis and Arizona. Then, the guys make their picks for Super Bowl LVII.

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4:43 How the Eagles and Chiefs weathered change

11:10 Sando's big offseason predictions

12:26 Aaron Rodgers will be traded

18:22 Lamar Jackson will play on the tag

25:40 Giants keep Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley

29:10 Derek Carr's market

34:46 Tom Brady is staying retired

35:34 No major changes to officiating...unless Andy Reid gets screwed in the Super Bowl

37:33 What's next for Sean Payton and the Broncos?

46:52 Colts HC search

51:13 Cardinals HC search

53:14 Coordinator movement

57:14 Brian Flores to the Vikings

60:33 GM Notebook

64:11 Super Bowl LVII picks

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How did the Eagles and Chiefs get to Super Bowl LVII? Feb 07, 2023

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 covering the Eagles and Chiefs—join Robert Mays to dive into how their respective teams arrived at this point on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:00 The Eagles' path to the Super Bowl

8:00 Evolution of Jalen Hurts

15:00 Big moves made this offseason

19:00 The people who shape the team off the field

21:50 Nick Sirianni's influence

25:40 Howie Roseman does it again

32:45 The Andy Reid connection

38:18 Expectations for the Chiefs at the start of the year

47:23 The making of the secondary

56:33 Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and Chris Jones

58:48 Chiefs/Patriots parallels

68:28 Savvy contract manipulation

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Genealogy of the 2022 Chiefs and Eagles Feb 06, 2023

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 Show.

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6:21 The Chiefs as the 2014 Patriots

14:23 The Chiefs as the 2016 Falcons

20:35 The Chiefs as the 1988 49ers

26:22 Kansas City's strong foundation

38:10 The Eagles as the 1992 Cowboys

50:55 The Eagles as the 2018 Rams

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The Brett Veach/Andy Reid relationship, NFL per diems, and more from the TAFS mailbag with Mitch Schwartz Feb 03, 2023

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/Andy Reid partnership, patience for head coaches, the value of Christian McCaffrey vs. Fred Warner, and more.

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2:20 Brett Veach/Andy Reid partnership

8:15 Head coach learning curve

16:00 Efficacy of OL changing body types

23:57 Can Sean Payton unlock Broncos skill players?

34:31 Reaction of defense to OL protection calls

41:21 CMC vs. Fred Warner

44:25 OL tipping plays with their stance?

46:09 Regular season bye week vs. off-week before Super Bowl

51:14 Fun with NFL per diems and freebies

54:19 Obscure rules?

58:27 Why don't teams go no-huddle more often?

62:18 The most beautiful play you've ever seen

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Prospects to Pros: Observations & analysis from the Senior Bowl Feb 02, 2023

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 favorite player to watch and much more.

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1:28 Players who have stood out

3:45 The highest drafted player from the Senior Bowl will be ….

5:46 OT Dawand Jones

8:27 Offensive lineman

16:19 WR Michael Wilson

18:17 Cornerbacks and safeties

24:04 Running backs

30:29 QB Malik Cunningham

33:17 Stetson Bennett declining offer & arrest

43:12 Favorite player to watch

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Football GM: Tom Brady retires, 49ers QB outlook, Sean Payton in Denver + more Feb 02, 2023

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-time. What should we expect from him in the broadcast booth? Kyle Shanahan says the 49ers will move forward at QB with Trey Lance and Brock Purdy. Was it a mistake to take Jimmy G out of the equation? Sought-after HC Sean Payton lands in Denver. Is it surprising Payton landed in the talent-rich AFC West? The guys remember Hall of Fame former GM Bobby Beathard who died Monday at the age 86. The GM notebook this week is filled with interesting tidbits about Kellen Moore's move to LA, the state of NFL officiating & more.

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2:00 - Championship weekend reaction

4:00 - Tom Brady announces his retirement

17:00 - Kyle Shanahan say no scenario includes Jimmy G returning

21:00 - Broncos hire Sean Payton as Head Coach

35:00 - Hall of Fame former GM Bobby Beathard dies at age 86

41:00 - The GM notebook

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Between the Lines | Trailer Feb 02, 2023

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’s biggest game grapples with America’s biggest issue. Between the Lines brings a first-person perspective into how race impacts each level of the NFL - featuring interviews with Commanders team president Jason Wright, Raiders team president Sandra Douglass Morgan, Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot, former Super Bowl MVP Doug Williams, former NFL MVP LaDainian Tomlinson, New England Patriots captain Devin McCourty, former Seattle Seahawk Doug Baldwin and more. The first episode will be released on February 14th, and new episodes will follow every Tuesday right here on The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Jan 31, 2023

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 DeMeco Ryans officially took the reins in Houston, agreeing to a six-year deal with the Texans. Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the news just moments after it broke on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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4:08 Broncos hire Sean Payton

19:37 The Saints get back into the first round

26:17 DeMeco Ryans, Texans agree to deal

37:35 Tashan Reed introduces "Between the Lines"

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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 Jan 31, 2023

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 Broncos, Cardinals, Colts and Texans, meanwhile, still have head coaching positions to fill. Robert Mays and Mike Sando discuss all that and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:35 Chargers hire Kellen Moore as OC

21:39 Dolphins (maybe) hire Vic Fangio as DC

30:49 Carolina's search for a new DC

38:32 The remaining head coach openings

65:58 One big question for the 49ers

72:10 One big question for the Bengals

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Championship Sunday Recap — Chiefs outlast Bengals, Eagles knock off 49ers, Super Bowl LVII is set Jan 30, 2023

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 AFC Championship Games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:31 Chiefs beat Bengals in AFC Championship Game

27:16 What's next for the Bengals?

37:40 Eagles beat 49ers, win NFC

57:47 Big questions ahead for San Francisco

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49ers-Eagles and Bengals-Chiefs best bets Jan 28, 2023

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.

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1:45 49ers-Eagles

13:14 Bengals-Chiefs

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Championship Weekend preview — 49ers at Eagles; Bengals at Chiefs Jan 27, 2023

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 fun! Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview 49ers-Eagles and Bengals-Chiefs on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:05 Panthers hire Frank Reich

9:40 NFC Championship Game

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34:27 When the Eagles have the ball...

45:03 X-factor and winner

50:47 AFC Championship Game

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

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 Brandon Beane’s comments towards the Bengals, the likelihood of an Aaron Rodgers trade this offseason and Bill O’Brien’s return to the Patriots. Plus, they rate the head coach vacancies and share their AFC and NFC picks.

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1:11 Brock Purdy & the 49ers

17:07 Brandon Beane’s comments towards Bengals

26:13 Likelihood of an Aaron Rodgers trade

34:34 Would a contender rather add Rodgers or Brady this offseason?

41:14 Rating head coach vacancies

53:47 Bill O’Brien returns to Patriots as OC

58:05 GM Notebook

1:01:29 Championship weekend picks

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s Top 15 players at each position + Reese's Senior Bowl preview Jan 25, 2023

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 be in Mobile. They also explain what coaches and scouts are watching for during the week and how players can improve their draft stock.

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2:00 QBs

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21:53 Cornerback

24:55 Will Levis

28:42 What coaches and scouts are watching at the Senior Bowl

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Lessons learned from the Chiefs, Bengals, Eagles and 49ers Jan 25, 2023

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 Nate Tice to answer that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Jan 24, 2023

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 include the teams that are also looking for a new head coach. Robert Mays and Mike Sando dig into all that, plus the horrible idea hosting conference championship games at neutral sites, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Divisional Round Sunday recap — Bengals upend Bills, 49ers beat Cowboys, conference championship games set Jan 23, 2023

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 Round weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:50 49ers beat Cowboys, move on to NFC Championship Game

17:00 What's next for the Cowboys

27:30 A little NFC Championship Game preview

39:00 Bengals beat Bills, move on to second straight AFC Championship Game

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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 Jan 22, 2023

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 Game, but it will be a tense few days ahead after Patrick Mahomes injured his ankle in the first quarter of the Divisional Round win over the Jaguars. The Eagles, meanwhile, reasserted some dominance in the NFC by controlling the Giants from wire to wire. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the two games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:05 Chiefs beat Jaguars, advance to fifth-straight AFC Championship Game

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Divisional Round Sunday preview — Bills vs. Bengals; 49ers vs. Cowboys Jan 20, 2023

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 Round matchups. On this episode, the guys dig into Sunday's games: Bills vs. Bengals and 49ers vs. Cowboys.

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2:50 Bengals-Bills

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26:18 Bengals-Bills X-factor

31:20 Cowboys-49ers

35:00 When the Cowboys have the ball...

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55:32 Cowboys-49ers X-factor

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Divisional Round Saturday preview — Chiefs vs. Jaguars; Eagles vs. Giants Jan 20, 2023

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 Round matchups. On this episode, the guys dig into Saturday's games: Chiefs vs. Jaguars and Eagles vs. Giants.

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2:55 Jaguars-Chiefs

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27:50 Jaguars-Chiefs X-factor

32:15 Giants-Eagles

39:37 When the Eagles have the ball...

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57:07 Giants-Eagles X-factor

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL mock draft 2.0 Jan 19, 2023

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 the QBs could land. Then, they talk about the other top prospects to watch over the next few months, the TE class, who Lance believes is the best WR on the board and much more.

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1:53 Bryce Young

17:54 Will Levis

26:09 Anthony Richardson

38:39 Non-QB prospects to watch after Jalen Carter and Will Anderson Jr.

44:03 Bijan Robinson

50:40 TE class

59:58 WR class

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Football GM: Titans hire new GM, Aaron Rodgers’ future, Sean Payton sweepstakes and more Jan 19, 2023

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 the Titans and Cardinals, the Browns new defensive coordinator and the Chargers firing of OC Joe Lombardi.

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1:17 Aaron Rodgers stirs the pot about future

7:33 Sean Payton sweepstakes

16:34 Titans hire Ran Carthon as GM

23:28 Cardinals hire Monti Ossenfort as GM

34:48 Jim Schwartz named new DC of Browns

38:50 Chargers fire OC Joe Lombardi

44:23 Lamar Jackson situation

50:03 GM Notebook

1:03:02 Divisional round picks

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The 2022 Athletic Football Show Awards Episode Jan 18, 2023

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.

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3:40 Offensive Player of the Year

8:45 Defensive Player of the Year

16:50 Executive of the Year

22:30 Assistant Coach of the Year

30:04 Offensive Rookie of the Year

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43:34 Coach of the Year

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Cowboys roll past Buccaneers, move on to face 49ers in Divisional Round Jan 17, 2023

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 monster performance from Dak Prescott. Robert Mays and Bob Sturm break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:37 Cowboys dominate behind Dak's big game

36:44 What's next for the Buccaneers and Tom Brady?

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

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, the state of the Ravens, and coordinator changes on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. They also welcome Jourdan Rodrigue and Daniel Popper to the show to discuss the head coaches running the show for both of the league's L.A. franchises.

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1:55 Cardinals hire Monti Ossenfort as GM

12:57 Something's rotten in Baltimore

24:40 Panthers interviewing DC candidates

27:47 Jim Harbaugh staying at Michigan

31:53 Sean McVay sticking with the Rams

56:19 Brandon Staley's future with the Chargers

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Wild Card Sunday Recap — Bengals outlast Ravens; Giants take down Vikings; Bills hold off Dolphins Jan 16, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:51 Bengals outlast Ravens

21:26 What's next for the Ravens?

28:31 Giants beat Vikings

48:21 What's next for the Vikings?

55:07 Bills hold off Dolphins

71:53 What's next for the Dolphins?

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Wild Card Saturday recap — Jaguars rally from 27-0 hole to stun Chargers; 49ers take down Seahawks Jan 15, 2023

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:00 Jaguars-Chargers

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AFC Wild Card Weekend preview Jan 13, 2023

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 Card matchups: Jaguars vs. Chargers, Bills vs. Dolphins and Bengals vs. Ravens.

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2:00 Jaguars-Chargers

23:35 Bills-Dolphins

39:08 Bengals-Ravens

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NFC Wild Card Weekend preview Jan 13, 2023

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 Card matchups: 49ers vs. Seahawks, Vikings vs. Giants and Buccaneers vs. Cowboys.

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2:15 49ers-Seahawks

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Football GM: NFL head coach openings, young QBs in the playoffs, Wild Card picks & more Jan 12, 2023

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 playoffs and what they’re looking forward to watching. They close out the show with the GM Notebook and their Wild Card picks.

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1:01 Damar Hamlin discharged from the hospital

2:22 Head coach hiring process…

-3:12 Cardinals

-10:44 Texans

-15:42 Broncos

-23:00 Panthers

-30:25 Colts

33:44 Similarities between Sean Payton and Sean McVay

40:38 Young QBs in the playoffs

48:22 Will the Lions be contenders next season?

54:08 GM Notebook

1:01:46 Wild Card picks

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Prospects to Pros: NFL Draft order, Stetson Bennett’s rise, players who have not declared & more Jan 11, 2023

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 and what teams could do in the top 10. Finally, they talk about the players that have not declared or are still undecided about returning to college next season.

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1:45 Stetson Bennett

10:54 NFL Draft order

23:56 Players who are not declaring for the draft or still undecided (Jared Verse, Blake Corum)

36:03 East West Shrine Bowl coaches

39:10 Players excited to watch in all-star games

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The Athletic Football Show's All-Pro Offense Jan 11, 2023

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 and Nate Tice do on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, picking their First- and Second-Team All-Pros on offense.

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5:20 Running Backs

14:00 Wide Receivers

27:52 Tight Ends

34:56 Left Tackles

41:35 Left Guards

43:40 Centers

48:50 Right Guards

52:17 Right Tackles

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The Athletic Football Show's All-Pro Defense Jan 11, 2023

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 Football Show.

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3:16 Edge Rushers

15:15 Interior Defensive Linemen

29:00 Linebackers

41:19 Cornerbacks

60:25 Safeties

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DeMeco Ryans, Shane Steichen and the next group of head coach candidates Jan 10, 2023

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 includes the likes of 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans and Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:00 What teams get right and wrong when they hire head coaches

6:30 The through-line of recent success stories

20:48 Shane Steichen, Eagles OC

30:11 Jonathan Gannon, Eagles DC

35:38 Ben Johnson, Lions OC

45:21 DeMeco Ryans, 49ers DC

51:10 Ken Dorsey, Bills OC

56:39 Ejiro Evero, Broncos DC

64:14 Mike Kafka, Giants OC

69:03 Raheem Morris, Rams DC

74:55 Dan Quinn, Cowboys DC

79:10 Lou Anarumo, Bengals DC

84:06 Brian Callahan, Bengals OC

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Kliff Kingsbury out in Arizona, Lovie Smith fired by Texans, and the rest of Black Monday with Mike Sando Jan 10, 2023

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 involved, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:15 Kliff Kingsbury, Steve Keim out in Arizona

11:41 Texans fire Lovie Smith

24:12 Joe Woods done in Cleveland

30:28 What's next for Sean McVay?

37:44 The Broncos' head coach search

52:40 The Panthers' head coach search

59:01 The Titans need a new GM

67:11 The Colts' head coach search

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Week 18 recap — Super Bowl favorites take care of business, sizing up the playoff field, and more Jan 09, 2023

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 Show. The guys discuss the Super Bowl favorites taking care of business in Week 18, the Bills' emotional return to the field, the Jaguars' AFC South title, and more.

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3:16 Lions player spoiler to Packers

15:52 Seahawks get last spot in NFC

20:43 Sizing up the playoff field

25:23 Jaguars win AFC South

37:51 The Bears are on the clock!

44:48 Super Bowl favorites take care of business

51:37 Emotional win for the Bills

58:05 Patriots fall short in bid for playoffs

66:54 Ugly Dolphins-Jets matchup

75:54 What are you doing Chargers?

78:03 What was that, Cowboys?

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

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 18 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show. After that, Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into final week of the regular season and the playoff picture. It all gets going on Saturday, with the Jaguars and Titans playing for the AFC South crown, and continues through to Sunday night, where the Packers will be playing the Lions in what could be a play-in game for the final spot in the playoffs on the NFC side of the bracket.

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2:38 Damar Hamlin update

11:37 AFC 1-seed

16:55 Lions-Packers

27:33 Titans-Jaguars for the AFC South

39:45 AFC 7-seed

50:06 What remains at stake in the NFC

57:01 Week 18 picks

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

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 the NFL for Jim Harbaugh, their impressions of Jarrett Stidham and the Commanders QB indecision. They also talk about what’s going on with Lamar Jackson, the Eagles' injury concerns and much more.

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1:13 Latest on Damar Hamlin

16:34 Will Jim Harbaugh return to the NFL?

20:44 Impressions of Jarrett Stidham

26:42 Commanders QB indecision

30:40 Lamar Jackson situation

37:29 Concern for the Eagles?

43:00 NFC playoff predictions

47:34 GM Notebook

54:11 Week 18 picks

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Prospects to Pros: Takeaways from the CFP semifinals + national championship preview Jan 04, 2023

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, they discuss Bryce Young and Brian Branch’s strong performance in the Sugar Bowl and Jim Harbaugh’s potential return to the NFL before they preview the national championship game.

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2:31 C.J. Stroud

9:01 NFL teams potentially in the market for a QB

11:02 Marvin Harrison Jr. gets the best of Kelee Ringo

17:13 Bryce Young and Brian Branch dominate Sugar Bowl

23:26 Felix Anudike-Uzomah

25:50 Deuce Vaughn

30:20 How TCU beat Michigan

37:47 Will Jim Harbaugh go back to NFL?

41:27 National Championship preview

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Damar Hamlin's on-field cardiac arrest Jan 04, 2023

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 having been on the scene in Cincinnati over the last few days, while Mitch provides a player's point of view.

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Week 17 recap — Packers crush Vikings, Bucs clinch NFC South, playoff picture, and more Jan 02, 2023

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, while the Packers are one win away from turning a 4-8 start into a playoff berth. The final Wild Card spot in both conferences remains up for grabs, as does the top seed on either side of the bracket. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down through the lens of Week 17 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:16 Steelers-Ravens

4:23 Packers-Vikings

21:01 NFC playoff picture

25:36 Buccaneers, Mike Evans go off vs. Panthers

39:36 Hats off to the Giants

53:11 CMC, Nick Bosa star in 49ers' win over Raiders

59:16 Worried about the Eagles?

63:41 Jets flame out in fifth-straight loss

71:47 AFC playoff picture

77:09 Washington eliminated from playoff contention

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The QB2 Series: Case Keenum on the Minnesota Miracle and other tales from life as a backup Dec 31, 2022

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 to discuss his football life in the latest installment of The QB2 Series.

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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 Dec 29, 2022

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 playoff implications on the Week 17 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show. But first, they break down the Game of the Week, and a potential AFC Championship Game preview: Bills at Bengals.

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7:16 Bills-Bengals

27:36 Derek Carr's future

43:36 Panthers-Buccaneers

51:49 Vikings-Packers

62:29 Dolphins-Patriots

68:46 Jets-Seahawks

73:19 Browns-Washington

80:09 Win My Fourth Screen

82:56 Week 17 picks

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Football GM: Raiders bench Derek Carr, Commanders to start Carson Wentz, Sean Payton’s future & more  Dec 29, 2022

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, Carson Wentz’s return to the starting lineup and J.J. Watt’s retirement. Plus, they review the film for Desmond Ridder and Malik Willis before sharing their Week 17 picks.

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3:12 Raiders bench Derek Carr

12:23 Could Tom Brady land in Las Vegas?

18:57 Mac Jones & the Patriots offense

25:11 Reaction to Broncos press conference following Hackett firing + Sean Payton’s future

39:14 Carson Wentz to start for Commanders

43:11 J.J. Watt announces retirement

48:44 Film Review: Desmond Ridder & Malik Willis

55:21 Are you buying the Chargers?

58:08 Does Steve Wilks have a shot at Panthers job?

59:35 What’s going on in Tennessee?

1:01:15 Tua Tagovailoa suffers another concussion

1:03:21 GM Notebook

1:07:25 Week 17 Picks

1:13:42 Thoughts on Dallas entering the playoffs?

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Prospects to Pros: Players to watch in the College Football Playoff Dec 28, 2022

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 quarterbacks, the key matchups in each game, the potential first rounders and much more.

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3:10 C.J. Stroud

5:32 Ohio State offensive line vs. Georgia defense

12:50 Kelee Ringo

14:35 Georgia offense vs. Ohio State defense

18:52 Stetson Bennett

23:35 Top players in Michigan vs. TCU

26:36 Max Duggan

29:54 Quentin Johnston vs. DJ Turner

34:32 Olu Oluwatimi

39:35 J.J. McCarthy

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JJ Watt retires & Wild Card Threat Index with Benjamin Solak Dec 28, 2022

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 of level of threat, plus they reminisce on JJ Watt's retirement from the NFL.

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Broncos fire Nathaniel Hackett Dec 26, 2022

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.

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Week 16 recap, part two — Russell Wilson drama, Packers still in it, Tua problems & Buccaneers slip by Cardinals Dec 26, 2022

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 Tice focus on Sunday's games. First up, it's the Packers staying alive with a huge win over the Miami Dolphins, Russell Wilson drama hits an all time high in Denver after their blowout loss to the Rams, the Buccaneers slipping past the Arizona Cardinals and more.

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1:00 Packers top Dolphins

7:00 Why is Tua Tagovailoa struggling?

13:00 Can the Packers make noise in the playoffs?

17:00 Denver Broncos fall to Rams / Russell Wilson situation

33:00 - Bucs barely beat Cardinals

45:00 - BREAKING: Broncos fire Nathaniel Hackett

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

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 Tice focus on Saturday's games. The guys dig into the Eagles-Cowboys thriller, gush over Justin Jefferson and George Kittle, lament the missed opportunity for the Lions, and discuss a whole lot more.

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6:30 Cowboys beat Eagles

30:35 Justin Jefferson is ridiculous

41:15 Good for Daniel Jones and the Giants

47:42 George Kittle and the 49ers' wealth of options

54:02 Texans/Bears battle for the #1 pick

60:59 Lions let slip a great opportunity

71:03 Seahawks are running out of steam

76:15 Bengals nearly let one get away

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The QB2 Series: P.J. Walker on life from the XFL to the NFL Dec 24, 2022

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.

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Week 16 preview — Eagles-Cowboys, the NFC South mess, Bengals-Patriots, Brock Purdy check-in, and more Dec 22, 2022

One sure sign that the NFL is getting down to crunch is when you can reel off the remaining schedule for every potential playoff team from memory. Well friends, we've arrived. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to preview Week 16 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys dig into Eagles-Cowboys, try to sort through the mess that is the NFC South, consider the 49ers' offense under Brock Purdy, try to make a Super Bowl case for the Vikings, and more.

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5:50 Eagles-Cowboys

24:59 Bengals offense vs. Patriots defense

37:46 The NFC South mess

50:19 Checking in on the Brock Purdy 49ers

62:24 A Super Bowl case for the Vikings

73:19 Week 16 picks

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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 Dec 22, 2022

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 Foles and what’s next for the Titans with Ryan Tannehill likely out the remainder of the season. Plus, have the Jaguars and Lions turned a corner? They look at what has changed over the course of the year for those franchises before talking about Jalen Hurts, the Dolphins and more in the GM Notebook.

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0:37 Remembering Franco Harris

18:53 Nick Foles to start for Colts

27:00 Ryan Tannehill “most likely” out for season

32:32 Have the Jaguars and Lions turned a corner?

39:49 Justin Fields’ development & fundamentals

46:38 GM Notebook

1:03:53 Week 16 picks

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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 Dec 21, 2022

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 could change QB evaluation going forward. They also talk about Will Levis’ projection and when he could be ready to start. Plus, they discuss OT moving inside, traits vs. production at specific positions, drafting a RB in the first round and much more.

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1:05 Jalen Hurts the prospect vs. Jalen Hurts today

11:01 Moving OT inside to guard

17:28 Would Will Levis ready to play early?

26:50 Thoughts on Giants drafting Anthony Richardson?

34:41 Traits vs. production at specific positions

39:36 Ranking the evaluation process

43:07 When does it make sense to draft a 1st round RB?

46:38 Players that can improve their stock on FBS playoff teams

50:27 Top 3 Christmas movies

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The five distinct types of quarterbacks that win Super Bowls Dec 21, 2022

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 Mays to examine the distinct types of quarterbacks who win Super Bowls on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:07 The superstars

11:15 The studs on rookie deals

27:41 The rookie-deal QBs with great teams around them

40:28 The very good veteran QBs with great teams around them

51:48 The Kirk Cousins Conundrum

54:43 The Kyle Shanahan Exception

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2022 QB Tiers revisited, with Mike Sando Dec 20, 2022

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 hunt for that perspective at the quarterback position. The guys dig back into Sando's QB tiers from July and consider what has changed, how it changed, and where a handful of certain quarterbacks are headed in the future.

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4:10 Jalen Hurts

16:20 Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen

24:52 Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers

36:22 Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert

40:02 Matthew Stafford and Matt Ryan

44:22 Kyler Murray and Russell Wilson

53:21 Trevor Lawrence

59:54 Jared Goff

67:32 Tua Tagovailoa

70:00 Justin Fields

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Week 15 recap — Jaguars and Raiders walk off, Vikings pull off historic comeback, playoff picture, and more Dec 19, 2022

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 15, and the playoff picture that emerged from it, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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3:29 Craziest week of the season

6:49 Commanders-Giants

13:33 Raiders-Patriots

27:37 Jaguars-Cowboys

47:52 Chargers-Titans

59:04 AFC North down to the wire

66:12 Lions-Jets

85:04 Bills-Dolphins

97:39 Vikings' historic comeback

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Week 15 preview — Bills-Dolphins rematch, Jets-Lions showdown, Giants-Commanders on SNF, picks and more Dec 16, 2022

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-they" playoff implications, and that doesn't include the second edition of Bills-Dolphins, in which the former can all but lock up the AFC East. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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5:27 Bills-Dolphins

30:40 Commanders-Giants

41:57 Jets-Lions

60:44 Chargers-Titans

74:16 Jaguars-Cowboys

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Football GM: Cardinals GM Steve Keim taking leave of absence, remembering Mike Leach, concern for Dak & the Cowboys & more Dec 15, 2022

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 discussing Mike White’s future as an NFL starter. Plus, they talk about Kyler Murray’s ACL injury and react to the news of GM Steve Keim’s leave of absence. Finally, they discuss faking injuries on the field and their Week 15 picks.

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3:38 Remembering Mike Leach

10:30 Concern for Dak Prescott & the Cowboys?

15:54 Is Mike White a long-term NFL starter?

27:47 Cardinals GM Steve Keim taking leave of absence

35:32 Faking injuries & NFL fines

44:01 Are the Titans close to a tipping point?

48:34 GM Notebook

1:00:30 Week 15 Picks

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Mailbag with Mitchell Schwartz: Long-term deals for mobile QBs, Justin Herbert's status, CMC trade impact, and more Dec 14, 2022

Letters and mailbags are all the rage in December, right? Well, let's take a peek inside The Athletic Football Show's mailbag then! Mitchell Schwartz joins Robert Mays to answer questions on long-term contracts for mobile quarterbacks, Justin Herbert's status in the league, the impact of the Christian McCaffrey trade, and more.

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3:45 Long-term contracts for moblie QBs

19:57 Justin Herbert and quarterback tiers

37:14 Impact of the Christian McCaffrey trade

48:24 Offensive linemen and trick plays

54:48 Steelers OC options if they move on from Matt Canada

64:24 How many backups are capable of pulling a Mike White?

67:29 Should the Lions just stick with Jared Goff?

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Week 14 Monday Hangover — Questioning our previously held notions Dec 13, 2022

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 Football Show. Among their considerations: The Buccaneers will get it together (they won't), the Titans are rock solid (they aren't), the Dolphins have it all figured out on offense (they don't), and more.

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3:45 Deshaun Watson and the Browns' offense

13:20 The Bucs aren't getting it together

20:50 The Panthers aren't done yet

30:18 The Seahawks don't appear so dangerous anymore

36:30 The Giants could fall out of the playoffs

42:18 We can't take the Ravens for granted

46:53 Same goes for the Titans

55:09 So maybe the Dolphins don't have this figured out

61:45 The Lions can get defensive stops!

66:35 But the Vikings can't!

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Week 14 recap — Brock Purdy mania, Lions win again, checking in on the playoff picture, and more Dec 12, 2022

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? Could the Jaguars win out and topple the Titans? Are we sure the Buccaneers are going to win the NFC South? Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down on the Week 14 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, Purdymania in San Francisco!

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3:46 Chargers beat Dolphins, get back in playoff picture

20:46 The Jalen Hurts MVP case

35:16 Purdymania!

48:46 Lions creep closer to playoff spot

62:40 NFC playoff race

72:51 AFC playoff race

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The QB2 Series: Charlie Whitehurst and his wildly interesting football life Dec 09, 2022

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 installment of The QB2 Series on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Week 14 Preview — Bills-Jets showdown, Tua and Herbert on Sunday night, top-heavy NFC, and more Dec 08, 2022

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 The Athletic Football Show. The guys dig into the matchup between the Bills and Jets, the divergent paths traveled by the Dolphins and Chargers this season, the NFC's dearth of contenders beyond the very top of the conference, and more.

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2:51 Lions-Vikings

10:16 The top-heavy NFC

15:01 Bills offense vs. Jets defense

36:46 Do the Browns have a secret sauce for the Bengals?

51:01 The divergent paths of the Dolphins and Chargers

69:24 Expectations for the Brock Purdy 49ers

77:20 Tyler Huntley holding the fort in Baltimore

79:46 Desmond Ridder's time in Atlanta

85:03 Win Robert's fourth screen

88:16 Week 14 picks

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

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, Baker Mayfield being claimed by the Rams, OBJ’s team tour and their expectations for Brock Purdy and the 49ers.

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2:56 Titans fire GM Jon Robinson

13:10 Von Miller out for season

18:00 Jimmy G’s injury & expectations for Brock Purdy

25:50 Rams claim Baker Mayfield

32:08 OBJ team tour continues

34:42 Where the Patriots stand in the AFC East

37:29 GM Notebook

47:08 Week 14 Picks

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

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 more quarterbacks than usual are returning to school and gush over Caleb Williams.

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1:20 The stay-or-go balancing act for QBs in the NIL era

16:18 Anthony Richardson declares for the draft

32:41 Other players who have declared, including Jaxon Smith-Njigba

40:01 Caleb Williams is ridiculous

48:21 Brock Purdy getting his chance

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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 Dec 07, 2022

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 to make a whole episode out of it. Charles McDonald from Yahoo joins Robert Mays on this episode to dig into such Who'd You Rathers as Lions vs. Jaguars, Justin Jefferson vs. Micah Parsons and Broncos vs. Cardinals. Plus, The Athletic's Titans beat reporter Joe Rexrode joins the show to discuss the stunning firing of GM Jon Robinson.

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3:47 Lions or Jaguars

14:40 Vikings or Titans, but you have to keep Cousins/Tannehill

21:10 Justin Jefferson or Micah Parsons

27:59 Derek Carr or Jimmy Garoppolo + $5m

38:24 Falcons or Panthers

45:25 Broncos or Cardinals

57:29 Titans fire GM Jon Robinson

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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 Dec 06, 2022

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 Seattle. They also talk about Deshaun Watson’s return, Baker Mayfield’s release and Atlanta’s QB situation.

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1:09 Cowboys & Mike McCarthy

17:25 Seahawks & Geno Smith’s future

30:57 Deshaun Watson’s return

39:04 What is the QB future in Atlanta?

45:18 Panthers release Baker Mayfield

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Week 13 recap — Bengals beat Chiefs, Eagles dominate Titans, Jimmy G and Lamar injured, and more Dec 05, 2022

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 the Jets, the marquee matchups lived up to the billing. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys dig into those two games, injuries to Jimmy Garoppolo and Lamar Jackson, the playoff picture in both conferences, and more.

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2:39 Bengals-Chiefs

21:15 Dolphins-49ers

37:53 Jets-Vikings

46:43 Eagles offense flies over Titans

56:50 Lions offense dominates Jaguars

67:51 NFC playoff picture

75:13 AFC playoff picture

82:15 Lamar Jackson injury

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The QB2 Series: Kyle Allen shares his story on life as a backup Dec 02, 2022

In the latest installment of the QB2 series, Kalyn Kahler sits down with Texans quarterback Kyle Allen, who will start his second game of the season in Week 13.

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NFL Week 13 preview — Dolphins-49ers, Chiefs-Bengals, Deshaun Watson's return, Titans-Eagles and more Dec 01, 2022

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 into Dolphins-49ers and Chiefs-Bengals, consider the matchups between the Eagles offense and Titans defense, as well as the Vikings offense and Jets defense, and dig into a game we all knew would matter in Week 13...Commanders at Giants. The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler also joins to discuss Deshaun Watson's return.

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2:34 Dolphins-49ers

16:33 Chiefs-Bengals

35:04 Eagles-Titans

40:04 Vikings-Jets

54:50 Deshaun Watson's return

76:34 Commanders-Giants

81:36 Win My Fourth Screen

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Football GM: Packers future at QB, potential head coach openings, belief in the Bengals & more Dec 01, 2022

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 new head coach and the potential openings to come this offseason. Plus, they share why their opinions on the Bengals have changed and they examine what a Greg Roman departure could mean for the Ravens offense.

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2:27 Packers QB situation with Aaron Rodgers & Jordan Love

15:06 Teams looking for a new head coach & potential openings

43:11 Changing opinions on the Bengals

49:35 Greg Roman candidate for Stanford job

57:30 GM Notebook (Mike White & Geno Smith)

1:07:27 Week 13 Picks

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL mock draft 1.0 Nov 30, 2022

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 joins Andy Staples to break down the top prospects and team needs. Plus, they talk about conference championship weekend and much more.

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2:58 What will the Texans do at No. 1?

5:17 EDGE Will Anderson Jr. & DT Jalen Carter

10:51 EDGE Jared Verse

12:11 TEs in the first round

16:14 The QBs

23:37 Surprising risers to the first round

27:47 The WRs

40:24 The RBs

46:14 Conference championship weekend

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Part 2: Fixing the Rams, Colts and other teams that fell apart in 2022 with Jourdan Rodrigue Nov 30, 2022

The Rams' Super Bowl championship reign didn't go as planned. Neither did the Colts' latest play for a veteran quarterback. The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue joins Robert Mays to break down where things went wrong, and how things get fixed, for those two, and three other teams that crashed and burned in 2022 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:30 Los Angeles Rams

24:22 Detroit Lions

37:13 Indianapolis Colts

52:01 Pittsburgh Steelers

63:12 Houston Texans

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Fixing the Broncos, Cardinals and other teams that fell apart in 2022 with Daniel Jeremiah (Part 1) Nov 30, 2022

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 where things went wrong, and how things get fixed, for those two, and three other teams that crashed and burned in 2022 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...

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3:18 Denver Broncos

16:23 Las Vegas Raiders

28:46 Carolina Panthers

34:10 Arizona Cardinals

45:27 Jacksonville Jaguars

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Week 12 Monday Hangover — Jordan Love, Eagles run game, Cardinals future, Chargers playoff path, and more Nov 29, 2022

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 over in Green Bay, the Eagles run game and their Week 13 matchup with the Titans, the future in Arizona, the Chargers' path to the playoffs, and ho-hum wins for the 49ers and Chiefs.

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2:00 Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love

21:25 Looking ahead to Eagles-Titans

26:20 Where do the Cardinals go from here?

47:11 The Chargers strange purgatory

58:03 Ho-hum wins for the 49ers and Chiefs

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Week 12 recap — Bengals beat Titans, Jags top Ravens, Wild Card races and more Nov 28, 2022

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 recap the action on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys dive into the AFC North after the Bengals beat the Titans and Ravens lost to the Jaguars. They shake their heads at the Buccaneers...again, break down the Wild Card races in both conferences, and more.

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2:54 Bengals-Titans

16:54 Ravens-Jaguars

22:19 Oh wow, Trevor Lawrence

37:24 AFC Wild Card race

55:25 NFC Wild Card race

65:44 Buccaneers flop in Cleveland

77:17 A new rock bottom for the Broncos

83:59 Week 12 notebook

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Bonus exclusive: New Jets starting QB Mike White joins Kalyn Kahler on the QB2 series Nov 25, 2022

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 backup Mike White, to Mike "Effing" White. And with Zach Wilson benched, he's a backup no more.

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Week 12 preview — The 49ers' rise, Bengals-Titans, Zach Wilson gets benched, and more Nov 24, 2022

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 The Athletic Football Show. The guys consider if the 49ers are the best team in the NFC, wonder how the Jets can bounce back from Zach Wilson going bust, and dig into the matchup between the Bengals and Titans. And that's just about half the show! Come join the fun on The Athletic Football Show.

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2:50 The Jets' future with Zach Wilson benched

24:30 Take Space: The 49ers are the best team in the NFC

43:52 Gameplan of the Week: Bengals offense vs. Titans defense

62:30 Under the Hood: Ravens defense

77:53 What can the Rams defense look like?

84:43 Is Patrick Mahomes Michael Jordan?

94:09 Week 12 picks

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

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 NFC North and what has changed from their initial thoughts on the division. Plus, they preview the Thanksgiving games and share their Week 12 picks.

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4:33 Cardinals fire OL coach Sean Kugler

6:40 Jets won’t commit to Zach Wilson as starter

17:42 NFC North re-evaluation

26:58 GM Notebook

41:39 Week 12 Picks

46:04 Previewing the Thanksgiving games

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Prospects to Pros: Hendon Hooker suffers torn ACL & top college players to watch during rivalry week Nov 23, 2022

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, Ole Miss-Mississippi State, Florida-Florida State, USC-Notre Dame and more. They close out the show by talking about the TE class and their favorite Thanksgiving food.

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0:54 Hendon Hooker ACL injury & how it impacts the QB class

11:12 What NFL teams will be in the market for a QB in the 2023 draft?

18:10 Michigan-Ohio State

27:09 Ole Miss- Mississippi State

31:06 Florida-Florida State

36:29 USC-Notre Dame

39:03 TE Class

45:18 Thanksgiving food

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

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 check in on Kenny Pickett, who had arguably the best game of his rookie season to date.

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3:23 What does the future hold for the Rams?

23:18 The future in Cleveland

37:24 A taking-care-of-business week for the Bills

43:42 Nice week for Kenny Pickett

53:59 Bengals do what they have to in Pittsburgh

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

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 barely getting by, and a whole lot more.

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2:41 Chiefs-Chargers thriller

15:43 Cowboys dismantle Vikings

34:01 Eagles squeak past Colts

46:51 Ravens muster up just 13 points in win over Panthers

55:13 Zach Wilson lays an egg

72:21 AFC playoff picture

77:38 The good version of the Lions

83:01 Justin Fields' Week 11 usage

87:09 Nathaniel Hackett can't get out of his own way

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NFL Week 11 preview — Cowboys-Vikings, Chargers-Chiefs, Bills and Eagles offenses, and more Nov 17, 2022

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. Then, they dig into some minor issues cropping up in the Eagles' and Bills' offenses. They'll wrap it up with a focus on a couple of second-year quarterbacks under the microscope and a consideration of Washington's playoff chances. Plus, picks!

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4:09 Vikings-Cowboys

27:12 Chargers-Chiefs

41:39 Under the Hood: Bills offense

57:22 Under the Hood: Eagles offense

71:00 What are You: Washington Football Team

89:15 The Jets' Zach Wilson Question

98:55 The Patriots' Mac Jones Question

104:58 Win my Fourth Screen

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Football GM: Christian Watson’s development, Derek Carr’s emotional press conference, Josh Allen’s turnovers & more Nov 17, 2022

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 about the Packers’ big win over the Cowboys and Christian Watson’s development. They also examine Josh Allen’s turnover rate, the Dolphins’ success this season and much more.

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3:15 Derek Carr emotional following Raiders loss

13:17 Packers key win over Cowboys & Christian Watson’s development

24:24 Justin Fields’ production

33:13 Josh Allen’s turnovers

39:55 Cardinals win with Colt McCoy

41:43 GM Notebook (Dolphins, Colts)

54:45 Week 11 Picks

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Prospect to Pros: Scouting the Reese’s Senior Bowl with Jim Nagy Nov 16, 2022

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 down the top prospects who have accepted invitations. Nagy shares his evaluation on QBs Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. and Tyson Bagent. They also discuss several other players who have much to gain in Mobile.

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1:04 The scouting process for the Senior Bowl

9:03 Christian Watson impressed in Mobile & now in NFL

11:12 Tyree Wilson

15:46 Bo Nix & Michael Penix Jr.

20:25 Tyson Bagent

23:16 Cody Mauch

24:57 Jaelyn Duncan

26:40 Players that have come on late and surprised them

28:40 JL Skinner

30:28 Nick Saldiveri

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The Super Bowl Champ will be one of these 10 teams Nov 16, 2022

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 interested in teams that are merely playoff contenders. We want the true Super Bowl contenders. Robert Mays and David Helman of Fox Sports identify the teams that realistically have it in them to win the Super Bowl on this episode of TAFS.

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4:27 Kansas City Chiefs

9:00 Buffalo Bills

15:00 Philadelphia Eagles

22:45 San Francisco 49ers

30:18 Baltimore Ravens

33:51 Miami Dolphins

40:12 Dallas Cowboys

49:50 Minnesota Vikings

59:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers

64:00 Seattle Seahawks

68:45 Cincinnati Bengals

74:45 New York Giants and the teams currently in the playoffs that have no shot

82:30 Los Angeles Chargers

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Week 10 Monday Hangover — Lions-Bears, Chargers-49ers, Saints-Steelers, Texans-Giants Nov 15, 2022

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-Steelers and Texans-Giants on the Monday Hangover. The guys talk Justin Fields, plans in Detroit and Pittsburgh, what's next for the Saints, and takeaways for the Chargers and Niners.

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2:35 Where do the Lions go from here?

11:55 Another big day for Justin Fields

27:55 Where exactly are the Giants?

47:34 What's next for the Saints?

62:04 How do the Steelers build around Kenny Pickett?

70:24 Quick look at Chargers-49ers

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NFL Week 10 recap — Vikings stun Bills, Packers upend Cowboys, Dolphins keep rolling, and more Nov 14, 2022

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 the Bills. Then, the Packers kept their fledgling playoff hopes alive by erasing a 14-point deficit to beat the Cowboys, 31-28. Robert Mays and Mitch Schwartz dig into both of those games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

The guys also discuss the relentless Dolphins offense, the prospects of the Buccaneers doing damage in the playoffs, the AFC West, and more.

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5:02 Vikings-Bills

23:25 Packers-Cowboys

48:20 Dolphins offense keeps rolling

68:18 Can the Bucs be good by time the playoffs arrive?

81:14 Things get uglier for the Raiders

89:53 The Broncos appear to be in long-term trouble

94:20 State of the Chiefs

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NFL Week 10 preview — Second-half questions; Cowboys offense, Dolphins defense, 49ers ceiling, and more Nov 10, 2022

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 the Dolphins defense be simply good enough to make them legitimate AFC title contenders? What's the ceiling for the 49ers' offense? And what's behind the occasional duds for the Chiefs' offense?

With Nate Tice out this week, The Read Optional's Ollie Connolly joins Robert Mays to answer those questions, and a whole lot more, on the Week 10 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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4:51 Can the Vikings be dangerous in the playoffs?

13:36 Josh Allen's elbow injury

18:28 What does the Cowboys' offense look like against a real defense?

27:46 Can the Dolphins' defense be merely 'good enough'?

38:41 Seahawks-Bucs, and the impact on the NFC playoff picture

47:09 Realistic expectations for the Chargers the rest of the season

56:01 What's the ceiling for the 49ers' offense?

60:20 How does the Jaguars' defense go from fun to legitimately good?

65:01 What's up with the occasional duds from the Chiefs?

66:57 Concern for the long-term health of the Josh McDaniels era in Las Vegas

72:31 Let's do this, Colts

77:21 Wick Scale: Mike McCarthy vs. Packers

80:09 Wick Scale: Stefon Diggs vs. Vikings

82:15 Wick Scale: Case Keenum vs. Vikings

84:10 Win my Fourth Screen: Texans vs. Giants

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

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 Packers’ fifth straight loss before looking ahead to Mike McCarthy’s return to Green Bay. They also dive into about Tom Brady’s comments on the Bucs “effort,” the Cardinals debut on in-season Hard Knocks and much more.

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2:30 Jeff Saturday named interim head coach of Colts

23:08 Packers tone on field amid losing streak

33:47 Mike McCarthy returns to Green Bay

37:58 Tom Brady calls out Bucs “effort”

41:35 Cardinals begin in-season Hard Knocks

48:02 GM Notebook

59:52 Week 10 Picks

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

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, Michigan’s draft prospects and several running backs who could land in the top 100. They also dive into the quarterbacks and where the 2024 class with Drake Maye and Caleb Williams compares to this year’s group of C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and Will Levis.

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1:16 Tyree Wilson

8:56 Michigan draft prospects (Mazi Smith, Olusegun Oluwatimi, Eyabi Okie, Blake Corum)

30:54 RBs to watch (Jahmyr Gibbs, Zach Evans, Zach Charbonnet, Eric Gray, Izzy Abanikanda, Sean Tucker, Chase Brown

39:47 Prospects Dane hated leaving off his midseason top 50

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47:17 2024 QB Class (Drake Maye & Caleb Williams)

56:13 2023 QB Class (C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, Will Levis)

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Midseason awards extravaganza with Lindsay Jones Nov 09, 2022

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, Defensive Rookie of the Year, and the rest—but they also go off the beaten path with fun awards like Preseason Take You'd Like Back, Russell Wilson's Cringiest Moment, and more.

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1:13 Biggest surprise

5:59 Biggest disappointment

11:19 Cringiest Russell Wilson moment

18:34 Preseason take you wish you believed in more

24:24 Preseason take you want back

29:03 Assistant Coach of the Year

37:00 Comeback Player of the Year

41:20 Offensive Rookie of the Year

45:15 Defensive Rookie of the Year

46:00 Coach of the Year

54:16 Executive of the Year

57:16 Offensive Player of the Year

58:16 Defensive Player of the Year

59:29 MVP

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

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 Robert Mays and Mike Sando to discuss what the hell is going on in Indianapolis.

Then, Robert and Sando break down the AFC playoff picture, not including the current division leaders. Who among the Dolphins, Jets, Chargers, Bengals and Patriots is most likely to make the playoffs? Who's least likely? Who could potentially be in control of their division by the end of the season. The guys consider those questions, and more.

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2:58 Fallout in Indy after the Colts fire Frank Reich

31:29 Best team in the AFC that isn't leading its division

42:44 Who's the next best team?

46:09 Which AFC Wild Card contender are you least confident in?

51:44 Who's happiest to be in this position?

63:44 Which coach is most concerned about meeting with his owner?

72:24 Which of these teams could end up controlling its division?

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

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. And yet, that's exactly what it looks like after Week 9. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the biggest stories of the week on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

The guys also get into the Chiefs-Titans SNF thriller, Justin Fields' big day, the Jets grabbing our attention, the Seahawks' and Vikings' rosy outlooks, and more.

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5:06 Chiefs-Titans

15:41 The Packers are done

28:21 What does a competitive 2023 Rams team look like?

36:31 What's going on in Vegas?

46:01 A Trevor Lawrence tangent

50:41 The Jets have our attention

65:01 Holy cow, Justin Fields

77:21 The good and bad for the Dolphins

87:11 More likely to make a playoff run: Vikings or Seahawks?

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NFL Week 9 preview — Chiefs-Titans, Rams-Bucs, Tua's progress, Chargers' stagnant offense and more Nov 03, 2022

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, why is the Chargers' offense so boring? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss those two stories, and a whole lot more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also hit on expectations for Roquan Smith and T.J. Hockenson with their new teams, Tua Tagovailoa taking a big step forward, and the return of the Wick Scale.

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3:51 Under the Hood: Chargers offense

27:32 Roquan Smith's effect on the Ravens

34:11 T.J. Hockenson's role in Minnesota

41:47 Rams-Bucs Loser Leaves Town Match

56:27 Gameplan of the Week: Chiefs offense vs. Titans defense

74:02 Kirk Cousins revenge game

79:37 Stephon Gilmore revenge game

81:15 Tua Tagovailoa proving he can be the guy for Miami

97:12 Win my Fourth Screen

99:17 Week 9 picks

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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 Nov 03, 2022

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 NFL trade deadline and the teams who made moves and who didn’t. They talk about what the Dolphins gave up for Bradley Chubb, the Lions dealing T. J. Hockenson within the division, the high price tag for Chase Claypool and much more.

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4:08 Dan Snyder under federal investigation & considers sale of Commanders

12:47 Teams that weren’t active at the deadline (Packers & Cowboys)

21:45 Dolphins trade for Bradley Chubb

27:14 Lions T. J. Hockenson in division to Vikings

35:54 Steelers get 2nd rd pick for Chase Claypool

39:19 Bills acquire Nyheim Hines from Colts

41:48 Jaguars trade for Calvin Ridley

44:17 GM Notebook (Kadarius Toney, CMC)

53:17 Week 9 picks

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Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s 2023 NFL Draft Top 50 2.0 Nov 02, 2022

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 fallers and players who have impressed them the most this season.

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4:15 QB Will Levis

10:19 QBs C.J. Stroud & Bryce Young

18:08 QB Hendon Hooker

23:34 WR Jalin Hyatt

28:42 TE Darnell Washington

33:51 Players you may not know on the list/who have risen quickly

45:53 Players who fell off Top 50

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NFL trade deadline recap with Bill Barnwell Nov 02, 2022

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 recap the day on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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2:47 Busiest trade deadline ever

5:00 Where were the Giants?

7:00 Chase Claypool to the Bears

23:03 Calvin Ridley to the Falcons

33:23 Bradley Chubb to the Dolphins

53:23 T.J. Hockenson to the Vikings

64:28 A few smaller deals

66:28 Brian Burns/Rams rumor

78:40 What are the Packers doing?

83:18 Mays called the Claypool deal!

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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? Nov 01, 2022

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, fallout from Raiders-Saints, Titans-Texans and Commanders-Colts, and the recalibration of near-team optimism for the Lions.

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1:33 Bears trade Roquan Smith to Ravens

12:00 Lions fire DB coach Aubrey Pleasant

23:43 What do we make of the Raiders?

38:34 Can the Saints win the NFC South?

50:21 The Titans go full Titans

63:20 The Colts and Sam Ehlinger

72:43 What is the Ron Rivera era Washington football team?

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NFL Week 8 recap — Unlikely NFC division leaders, huge stat lines, Cowboys offense shines, and more Oct 31, 2022

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 league. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap all the excitement on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss unlikely NFC division leaders—and the chances that they actually win their divisions—the Cowboys' offense, massive impacts made by players who were traded, and more.

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4:17 Will the Vikings win the NFC North?

15:17 Will the Seahawks win the NFC West?

24:47 Can the Falcons win the NFC South?

36:17 You Have Our Attention: Cowboys offense

52:13 You Have Our Attention: Tyreek Hill

62:17 You Have Our Attention: Christian McCaffrey

67:47 You Have Our Attention: A.J. Brown

78:37 I'm Not Mad, Just Disappointed: Trevor Lawrence

90:39 I'm Not Mad, Just Disappointed: Zach Wilson

97:52 I'm Not Mad, Just Disappointed: Mac Jones

105:57 We See You, Terry McLaurin and Derrick Henry

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NFL Week 8 preview — Giants-Seahawks, Niners-Rams, the Titans' unique greatness, picks and more Oct 27, 2022

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 Mays and Nate Tice dig into Week 8 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys give that Giants-Seahawks matchup the Game of the Week treatment, break down the matchup between the Bills offense and Packers defense, explore what it means to sacrifice as many draft picks as the 49ers and Rams have in recent years, discuss the Ja'Marr Chase injury, delve into the Titans' situational football greatness, and more.

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5:02 Giants-Seahawks

38:38 Bills offense vs. Packers defense

49:02 The Rams' and 49ers' team-building strategies

64:12 What the hell's going on with Mac Jones and the Patriots?

72:09 The Ja'Marr Chase injury

75:02 The Titans' situational greatness

89:41 Win my Fourth Screen

93:05 Week 8 picks

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Football GM: Eagles trade for Robert Quinn, Russell Wilson says ready to return, the Brian Daboll effect & more Oct 27, 2022

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, Russell Wilson’s plane workout and the Jets’ deal for James Robinson. They also discuss what worked for Justin Fields against the Patriots and the big questions the Giants face with Daniel Jones. They close out the show by talking about what the Packers will do at the deadline, Tom Brady’s future and their Week 8 picks.

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1:54- Eagles trade for Robert Quinn

7:48- Colts bench Matt Ryan

18:50- Russell Wilson says he’s ready to play

24:34- Andy Dalton starting over Jameis Winston

28:28- James Robinson traded to Jets

31:14- Justin Fields finally looks comfortable in Bears’ offense

37:34- Giants 6-1 & big questions about Daniel Jones’ future

46:15- How active will the Packers be before the trade deadline?

53:38- Aaron Rodgers’ comments on Packers mental mistakes

59:38- Tom Brady’s future

1:07:16- Week 8 Picks

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

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 the talent on Clemson’s defensive line before diving into Bailey Zappe and the NFL teams that could be looking for a QB next year. They end the show by talking about the prospect outliers in the draft and what they are watching in college football this weekend.

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0:31- Tennessee’s vs. Kentucky (Hendon Hooker, Will Levis, Jalin Hyatt, Cedric Tillman)

13:52- Clemson’s defensive line

24:47- Ohio State’s DE Zach Harrison

30:05-NFL news (Breece Hall injury, Bailey Zappe questions, QB needy teams heading into the 2023 NFL Draft)

41:49- Draft outliers (Bryce Young, Peter Skoronski, Devon Achane)

52:14- What to watch this weekend

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The nitty-gritty of quarterback development with The QB School's J.T. O'Sullivan Oct 26, 2022

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 quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to answer those questions and more.

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0:30 Justin Fields big night on MNF

21:57 The most important elements of QB development

28:30 Offensive weapons vs. offensive line

32:30 What we've seen from Jalen Hurts and the Eagles

35:45 The best offensive architecture

44:00 Teams that are failing their QBs

46:28 The Ravens offense in 2022

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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 Oct 25, 2022

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 Colts' changing of the guard at QB, questions about the Ravens' offense, the Titans' unique ability to do what they do, and more.

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2:30 Colts bench Matt Ryan

5:15 How did the Colts get here

22:00 The Titans do it again

31:04 Miami's offense in Tua's return

38:00 What do we make of the Steelers?

43:11 Dak's back

51:28 Are the Lions disappointing?

59:56 Concerned about the Ravens offense?

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NFL Week 7 recap — Chiefs dismantle 49ers, Packers and Buccaneers in crisis, and more Oct 24, 2022

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 are the Packers and Buccaneers, two supposed contenders that are clearly in crisis. Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss all that, and a whole lot more, as they recap Week 7 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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5:42 Chiefs dismantle the 49ers

24:12 The Bengals offense is back

35:50 Josh Jacobs with another monster game

42:20 Kenneth Walker shines, the Seahawks are in 1st place

49:04 The Giants run game dominates again

58:07 Buccaneers lay an egg vs. Panthers

71:17 Packers lose again, fall to 3-4

83:54 We See You, Micah Parsons

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Christian McCaffrey trade reaction Oct 21, 2022

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 Football Show.

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NFL Week 7 preview — Leaguewide offense in crisis, Chiefs-Niners preview, picks and more Oct 20, 2022

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 The Athletic Football Show. The guys also preview Chiefs-49ers, name their All-Disappointment Team, welcome back Tua Tagovailoa and Dak Prescott, and make their Week 7 picks.

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4:33 Why offense is down bad this year

35:44 Chiefs-Niners preview

49:28 The All-Disappointment Team

80:58 Tua and Dak return in Week 7

87:28 Listening to some voicemails

90:20 Win my Fourth Screen

94:36 Week 7 picks

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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 Oct 20, 2022

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 about Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers? They discuss their concerns for the Bucs and Packers before talking about Bailey Zappe’s case to start and the Cardinals trade for Robbie Anderson. They close out the show with Russell Wilson’s numbers this season and their Week 7 picks.

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2:04-11:01 NFL owners’ meetings drama

11:02-15:14 Texans fire Jack Easterby

15:15-30:24 Should we be worried about Brady and the Bucs and Rodgers and the Packers?

30:25-37:09 Is Bailey Zappe the real deal?

37:10-40:54 Cardinals trade for Robbie Anderson

40:55-45:05 Russell Wilson’s struggles continue

45:09-55:32 GM Notebook

55:33-57:55 Week 7 Picks

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Prospects to Pros: Hendon Hooker, Bryce Young impress & more 2023 NFL Draft implications Oct 19, 2022

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 display in Tennessee’s win over Alabama. Plus, do college offenses make it difficult to truly scout a QB for the NFL? They talk about Justin Fields and Bailey Zappe before diving into a big week for Kayvon Thibodeaux and Brian Robinson Jr.’s amazing comeback. They wrap by looking ahead to C.J. Stroud vs. the Iowa defense, Syracuse at Clemson and much more.

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1:11-13:36 Bryce Young vs. Hendon Hooker observations

13:37-22:26 Scouting QB’s in different college offenses and how it translates to the NFL (Justin Fields, Bailey Zappe)

22:29-35:00 USC-Utah & Alabama-Tennessee takeaways

35:04-41:49 NFL rookies (Kayvon Thibodeaux, Sauce Gardner, Tariq Woolen, Brian Robinson Jr.)

41:50-51:20 What to watch this weekend

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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 Oct 19, 2022

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 about when we talk about analytics. Sam Schwartzstein, Amazon's analytics expert and producer for live events focused on analytics and insights, joins Robert Mays to dive into that on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Then, Ty Dunne of Go Long hops on to talk about his new book about the history of the tight end position, 'The Blood and Guts.'

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1:34 Most frustrating part of the analytics discussion

13:30 The details of modeling

26:30 What is and is not an analytics decision

30:30 The football guy mentality

35:50 Presentation of analytics in NFL broadcasts

53:54 Ty Dunne on 'The Blood and Guts'

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NFL Week 6 Monday Hangover — Bengals slip past Saints, another uninspiring win for the Vikings, and more Oct 18, 2022

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-hearted win, this one against the short-handed Dolphins; the Seahawks adding to the Cardinals' woes; and the Colts scoring a huge divisional victory over the Jaguars.

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3:06 Bengals-Saints

14:15 Vikings-Dolphins

27:02 Cardinals-Seahawks

51:01 Jaguars-Colts

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NFL Week 6 Recap — Bills top Chiefs, Eagles beat Cowboys, NFC flops, and more Oct 17, 2022

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 given Sunday, a fact that Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Eagles win over the Cowboys, flops from a trio of supposed contenders in the NFC, the continued success of the Jets and Giants, and more.

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2:38 Bills-Chiefs

24:18 Cowboys-Eagles

34:28 Giants and Falcons zag where everyone else zigs

44:08 The Patriots have our attention

55:16 The Jets have our attention

68:28 Failings of the supposed NFC contenders

80:03 We See You, Ja'Marr Chase

82:03 Last words on Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen

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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 Oct 14, 2022

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 into Ron Rivera’s comments on Carson Wentz and his animated postgame press conference. Plus, they examine the Bears’ play-calling for Justin Fields, what went wrong for Matt Rhule and the Panthers, the controversial roughing the passer penalties and more. The close out the show by discussing what they are watching in Week 6 and they share their picks.

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4:33-9:59 Amazon halftime/postgame crew’s honest criticism of games

10:00-20:18 Dan Snyder situation

20:19-25:59 Ron Rivera’s fiery press conference

26:00-32:03 Commanders-Bears takeaways

32:06-39:37 Matt Rhule fired

39:38-52:54 GM’s notebook (Cowboys defense, Steelers struggles, roughing the passer calls)

52:55-1:06:50 Games to watch in Week 6 & picks

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NFL Week 6 Preview — Bills-Chiefs, Cowboys-Eagles, the Bengals offense, picks, and more Oct 13, 2022

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 the first time since their playoff epic last season. Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview those games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, but that's just the start! The guys also breakdown the Chiefs offense vs. the Broncos defense, go under the hood on the Bengals offense, dive into the Wink Martindale revenge game, and more.

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8:00 Bills-Chiefs

25:17 Cowboys-Eagles

41:05 Gameplan of the Week: Chargers offense vs. Broncos defense

54:35 Wick Scale: Wink Martindale vs. Ravens; Comparing and contrasting the Ravens and Giants defenses

60:35 Wick Scale: Vonn Bell vs. the Saints

62:10 Under the Hood: Bengals offense

78:26 Win my Fourth Screen: Jaguars-Colts

81:35 Week 6 picks

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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 Oct 13, 2022

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 of Are You Buying This?, featuring the Cowboys and Vikings as contenders in the NFC, and the long-term outlook for the Steelers. Finally, they share some takes they'd like back before Gregg takes a victory lap on Geno Smith.

Then, Kalyn Kahler joins Robert to discuss her recent story on what sideline concussion testing is like from the point of view of a player who is going through it.

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2:48 State of the Titans

25:07 Are you Buying This? Cowboys, Vikings, MVP candidates, and Steelers

40:10 Take Two: Browns and Steelers

48:27 QB Therapy: A Geno Smith victory lap

53:36 Kalyn Kahler on her concussion testing story

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Prospects to Pros: Will Anderson Jr. & Alabama’s top talent + NFL rookie CBs standing out Oct 12, 2022

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 they look ahead to next week’s big matchup against Tennessee. Plus, it’s been a big start to the NFL season for rookie CBs. They explain what has impressed them the most about guys like Sauce Gardner, Jack Jones and more. They wrap by talking about Matt Rhule’s future and the games they are most excited about this weekend.

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0:44-21:44 Alabama-Texas A&M recap (Brian Branch, Will Anderson Jr., Chris Braswell, Tyler Steen, Bryce Young)

21:45-29:16 Players to watch in Alabama-Tennessee

29:20-38:34 NFL rookie CBs impressing (Sauce Gardner, Jack Jones, Kaiir Elam, Tariq Woolen)

38:35- 41:42 NFL rookie OLs making strides (Cole Strange, Zion Johnson, Evan Neal)

41:46-50:42 What to watch this weekend

50:43-55:03 Matt Rhule’s future

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How this year's big WR trades have shaped the 2022 NFL season with Matt Bowen Oct 12, 2022

Wide receiver movement was one of the defining storylines of this NFL offseason. After all, you don't see guys like Davante Adams, A.J. Brown and Tyreek Hill traded all that often. To no one's surprise, they've fundamentally changed the teams they're on now. They've also completely altered the landscape of the league. If you need further proof of that, look at where the Eagles and Packers are in the standings. Matt Bowen joins Robert Mays to break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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4:31 The Dolphins with Tyreek Hill

14:44 The Eagles with A.J. Brown

20:20 How Tua Tagovailoa and Jalen Hurts are authoring their futures

29:30 The Raiders with Davante Adams

39:00 How the Chiefs have thrived without Tyreek, and why the Packers have floundered without Davante

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NFL Week 5 Monday Hangover — Jets roll up 40, Saints-Seahawks fireworks, and more Oct 10, 2022

Robert Mays and Diante Lee are back for another round of the Monday Hangover, looking back at a handful of Week 5 games that needed a little more time to marinate before we could tackle them in full. The guys dig into Jets-Dolphins, Saints-Seahawks and Eagles-Cardinals on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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5:59 Panthers fire Matt Rhule

20:00 Dolphins-Jets

38:20 Eagles-Cardinals

61:20 Seahawks-Saints

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NFL Week 5 recap — Parity reigns supreme, the NFC East is back, and more Oct 10, 2022

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 Tice explore in depth on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the resurgence of the NFC East, the confounding Minnesota Vikings, disappointment from the Jaguars and Lions, and more.

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1:20 Parity reigns supreme

10:01 The NFC East is back!

31:00 Cause for concern in Green Bay

36:45 What are the Vikings?

50:40 Disappointed in the Jaguars

55:50 Disappointed in the Lions, too

62:20 A handful of questionable calls on Sunday

69:00 What do we make of the Browns and Chargers?

72:27 We See...the Jets rookies

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Football GM: Colts-Broncos sloppy TNF, concerns about Russell Wilson, NFL one month checkpoint & more Oct 07, 2022

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 Nathaniel Hackett before examining the big questions facing the Colts. Then, one month into the NFL season, Randy explains how GM’s are looking to improve their team and bolster rosters. Finally, they discuss the Patriots’ game management, the Steelers’ offense and more before diving into the games they are watching in Week 5.

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2:42-21:00 What’s going on Russell Wilson & Nathaniel Hackett?

21:01-27:14 Colts questions remain despite win

27:18-35:13 One month into the season, what can GM’s do to help their team

35:14-47:29 GM’s Notebook (Patriots, Chiefs, Steelers, teams looking for QBs in 2023)

47:32-1:01:11 Games of interest in Week 5

1:01:15-1:08:53 Week 5 Picks

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NFL Week 5 preview — Bengals-Ravens, Rams O vs. Cowboys D, curious offenses, picks, and more Oct 07, 2022

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 sputtering Rams offense do with a tough test against the top-flight Cowboys defense? How are the Giants and Seahawks doing what they're doing on offense? Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee are here to provide answers to those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:15 Game of the Week: Bengals-Ravens

17:35 Gameplan of the Week: Rams offense vs. Cowboys defense

41:16 The oddities of the Giants offense

50:30 Is the Seahawks offense...good?

59:40 Chargers-Browns

70:20 Under the Hood: The Falcons offense

81:10 Win my Fourth Screen

85:40 Week 5 picks

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Two fantasy QB surprises & two QB debuts of significance before week 5 Oct 06, 2022

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 teams that might have fantasy significance soon. All that and more, presented by KFC!

0:00 Jared Goff

5:30 Geno Smith

11:40 Zach Wilson

17:10 Kenny Pickett

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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 Oct 06, 2022

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 Raiders, and revisit some takes they wouldn't mind having back on Patrick Mahomes and Rashan Gary. Then, comedian and Colts fan Megan Gailey joines Robert to plead for an exorcism—and perhaps the lifting of a curse?— for her favorite team.

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1:05 The latest news — Tua Tagovailoa, more issues for the Broncos, and more OL injuries

19:15 Where and what are the Raiders?

34:42 Take Two: Patrick Mahomes and Rashan Gary

46:51 Are you Buying This?

54:28 Colts QB therapy with comedian Megan Gailey

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

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 well as Ohio State’s draft prospects. Plus, The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner joins the show to talk about the NFL All-Rookie team through Week 4. They break down each position, who has impressed them most and which rookie they are looking to see more from as the season continues.

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0:50-10:31 Bryce Young’s shoulder injury

10:32-24:15 Top RBs to watch (Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Devon Achane)

24:16-31:57 Ohio State prospects (Miyan Williams, Dawand Jones, Zach Harrison, Steele Chambers)

32:20-54:24 NFL All-Rookie team through Week 4

54:28-58:21 What to watch this weekend

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NFL team tiers check-in with Mike Sando Oct 05, 2022

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 guys break all 32 teams into tiers, from Super Bowl Favorites to the Shadow Realm.

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1:00 Contenders!

5:30 Contenders?

12:45 Lightning in a bottle

25:00 Frisky upstarts

35:10 What's the plan here?

37:30 This isn't the plan!

40:55 The Shadow Realm

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NFL Week 4 Monday Hangover — Vikings beat Saints, Kenny Pickett debuts, and more Oct 03, 2022

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 South teams that seem to be going in different directions. Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Saints, Jets-Steelers, and Titans-Colts on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:00 Vikings-Saints

25:40 Jets-Steelers

51:30 Titans-Colts

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NFL Week 4 recap — Bills rally to beat Ravens, Eagles remain undefeated, and more Oct 03, 2022

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 The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Bills' comeback victory against the Ravens, the Eagles moving to 4-0 with a win over the Jaguars, the defense-optional point-fest between the Seahawks and Lions, and more.

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1:15 Chiefs-Buccaneers

7:20 Bills-Ravens

17:30 Eagles-Jaguars

32:20 The run game is back!

43:20 Are we worried about the Packers?

49:17 The Cowboys defense is for real

61:08 Kenny Pickett takes over

68:10 Defense optional for the Seahawks and Lions

79:25 The Panthers are a mess

87:25 We See You

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Football GM: Handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury, what makes an RB worthy of the HOF, the Jaguars’ potential & more Sep 30, 2022

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 game before breaking down what makes a RB Hall of Fame worthy. Plus, they get into the Chargers’ injury situation, the Cowboys’ offense with Cooper Rush, the Jaguars’ playoff potential, changes to the Pro Bowl and much more.

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2:05 Handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury

11:37 TNF takeaways

18:37 What makes an RB Hall of Fame worthy?

26:30 Chargers injuries

33:00 Thee Jaguars’ potential

41:44 Cowboys’ offense

44:36 Concerns for the Commanders

48:00 Pro Bowl changes

53:30 Week 4 Picks

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Tua Tagovailoa leaves Thursday Night Football with head and neck injuries Sep 30, 2022

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.

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NFL Week 4 preview — Jaguars-Eagles, Bills-Ravens, gameplans, picks and more Sep 29, 2022

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 predicted, but many others are already a jumbled mess. A beautiful, jumbled mess. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee preview Week 4 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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1:17 Jaguars-Eagles

19:46 Bills-Ravens

35:29 Chiefs offense vs. Buccaneers defense

48:30 Falcons-Browns

63:30 Under the Hood on the Broncos offense

72:08 Under the Hood on the Rams offense

77:47 Fourth Screen

81:30 Week 4 picks

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Week 4 fantasy & players who have lacked "juice" in 2022 Sep 29, 2022

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, or sticking with our picks? Michael Beller and Brandon Funston bring you this week's fantasy football edition of The Athletic Football Show presented by KFC.

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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 Sep 29, 2022

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 Patriots, take a second look at some preseason takes they'd like back, and preview the Thursday night showdown between the Dolphins and Bengals.

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1:45 News and notes

10:30 Mac Jones' injury and the state of the Patriots

21:00 Take Two on the Cowboys and Jalen Hurts

33:15 Washington and Carson Wentz

40:24 Dolphins-Bengals preview

43:36 QB Therapy starring Daniel Jones and The Ringer's Danny Heifetz

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Prospects to Pros: 2023 NFL Draft QB class check-in with Eric Galko Sep 28, 2022

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 Football Ops, Player Personnel for the East West Shrine Bowl, to the show to talk about what he’s seen from the seniors such as Will Levis, Hendon Hooker, Aidan O’Connell and more (11:33). Then, Dane and Andy get into C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and the top draft-eligible underclassmen (28:35).

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0:41-11:32: NFL Rookies (Devin Lloyd, Jalen Pitre, Jelani Woods)

11:33-28:32: Senior QB class with Eric Galko (Hendon Hooker, Will Levis, Clayton Tune, Devin Leary, Sam Hartman, Aidan O'Connell)

28:35-45:24: Underclassmen QB class (C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, DJ Uiagalelei, Jalon Daniels, Austin Reed, Cameron Ward)

45:24-55:54: What to watch this weekend

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What makes a great NFL running game? Plus, more pressing early season questions with Mitchell Schwartz Sep 28, 2022

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, including those to Rashawn Slater and Trent Williams. Then, the guys discuss the nuts and bolts of what makes a successful run game, with a special spotlight on the Lions and Browns.

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NFL Week 3 Monday Hangover — Vikings sneak past Lions, Broncos win ugly over 49ers, and more Sep 26, 2022

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, Broncos-49ers and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Week 3 recap — Dolphins beat Bills, Packers edge Buccaneers, and more Sep 26, 2022

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 in the AFC South, and that was on a day that the Colts upset the Chiefs. It was another wild Sunday across the NFL. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the biggest games and stories on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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

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 following their win on Thursday Night Football. Then, they examine which teams they are most worried about heading into Week 3, including the winless Colts, Titans and Raiders. Finally, they talk about a potential return to coaching for Sean Payton and Randy shares his thoughts from the GM’s notebook.

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Steelers-Browns Thursday Night Football recap Sep 23, 2022

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 again. After a back-and-forth first half, the Browns dominated the Steelers after halftime, riding Nick Chubb and their defense to a 29-17 win. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the game on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Week 3 preview — Bills at Dolphins, Packers at Buccaneers, Ravens run game woes, picks and more Sep 22, 2022

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 complementary games, including Jaguars-Chargers, Chiefs-Colts, 49ers-Broncos and Lions-Vikings. It's going to be a great Sunday. Join Robert Mays and Nate Tice as they preview what's to come this weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Week 3 fantasy buy/sell/hold with a twist + Christian Kirk, Jaylen Waddle & more advice Sep 22, 2022

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, discussing some current fantasy darlings like Christian Kirk, Antonio Gibson and more week 3 fantasy advice before kickoff on Thursday night, presented by KFC.

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Buccaneers strangeness and the 0-2 desperation index, starring the Bengals and Titans, with Kalyn Kahler Sep 22, 2022

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 Athletic national NFL writer Kalyn Kahler joins Robert Mays to break down the 0-2 desperation index, plus more than a little strangeness in Tampa, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Prospects to Pros: College transfer portal & more 2023 NFL Draft takes + Aidan Hutchinson, Garrett Wilson & more rookies shine Sep 21, 2022

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 for Aidan Hutchinson, Garrett Wilson and more rookies in the NFL. Plus, it’s never too early for 2023 NFL Draft takes, they each share an early prediction heading into next April. They wrap by looking ahead to this weekend’s college slate and what they’ll be watching.

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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 Sep 21, 2022

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 spot on Sunday Night Football, fans get a different look across the league when they turn on their TVs. The Ringer's Bryan Curtis joins Robert Mays to dive into the early returns, and what's to come in the future, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Jets rally to beat Browns, Packers get right against Bears, and more on the Week 2 Monday Hangover Sep 20, 2022

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 episode of The Athletic Football Show. On the debut edition, Robert Mays and Diante Lee dig into the Jets' improbable comeback against the Browns, the Packers' handling of the Bears, the Giants' 2-0 start, and more.

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NFL Week 2 recap — Dolphins shock Ravens, Trey Lance out for the year, Colts disappoint again, and more Sep 19, 2022

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 just two of the wild things that took place on this NFL Sunday. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Sep 16, 2022

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 coaches before looking ahead to buy or sell storylines heading into Week 2. They discuss whether or not the 49ers can contend with Trey Lance, if it’s too soon to be concerned with the Packers and much more.

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Chargers-Chiefs Thursday night recap — Justin Herbert injured in Chiefs' 27-24 win Sep 16, 2022

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 suffered an injury late in the game, which, depending on the severity, could be a much bigger loss for the Chargers than the one they took on the field. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Week 2 preview — Vikings-Eagles, Brady vs. the Saints, guilty pleasure offenses, picks and more Sep 15, 2022

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 — Vikings at Eagles. They break down the chess match between the Buccaneers offense and Saints defense. The guys also put on their nerd hats to dive into the Dolphins-Ravens matchup, and discuss a couple of guilty pleasure offenses.

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Week 1 fantasy reactions that aren't overreactions & Week 2 advice Sep 15, 2022

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, Russell Wilson, Najee Harris and more as we set our lineups for Week 2, and it's all presented by KFC!

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Saquon Barkley's back, Panic Time Meter, and more inside the post-Week 1 narrative with Bo Wulf Sep 15, 2022

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 had a few days to let it all simmer. Are the Bills the best team in the NFL? Is Saquon Barkley all the way back? Is it time for the Packers, Rams or Cardinals to panic? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Prospects to Pros: Rookies in Week 1 + 2023 NFL Draft watch Sep 14, 2022

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 the rookies who stood out the most in Week 1 of the NFL season. Plus, they dive into a big weekend of college football. They discuss Bryce Young and Will Anderson’s performance against Texas, as well as what they saw from Anthony Richardson versus Will Levis.

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Ravens defense, Dolphins offense, and the other mysterious units of Week 1 with Ollie Connolly Sep 14, 2022

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, and the first real data point we'd get on them wouldn't come until the season opener. Now that we have those data points, Ollie Connolly joins Robert Mays to unpack those units, as well as a couple more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Seahawks spoil Russell Wilson's Broncos debut with 17-16 upset victory Sep 13, 2022

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 break down the Seahawks upset victory on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Mailbag: The settling-in process, Brian Daboll's coaching history, and more Sep 12, 2022

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 coaching history, discuss how long it takes for a typical team to "settle in" to a season, and more.

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NFL Week 1 Sunday recap -- Justin Jefferson and Patrick Mahomes are ridiculous, Colts and 49ers disappointment, and more Sep 12, 2022

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 Jefferson and Patrick Mahomes. How do we piece it all together? What was a potential trend, and what was just a one-week mirage? Robert Mays and Nate Tice make sense of it all on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Sep 09, 2022

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. Plus, Lamar Jackson and the Ravens don’t reach an extension before the deadline, they share their thoughts on the QB’s long-term future. They wrap by talking about what excites them the most heading into Week 1 and their picks against the spread.

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NFL Week 1 preview -- Games of the week, best matchups, picks, and more Sep 08, 2022

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 Raiders at Chargers and Buccaneers at Cowboys. What should we expect from the new-look Dolphins as they host the Patriots? What sort of gameplan will, and should, the Vikings offense trot out against the Packers defense? What will we see from Trey Lance and Justin Fields when they face off in Chicago. We dig into all that, and a whole lot more.

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Trevor Lawrence, rookies to watch & more fantasy week 1 storylines Sep 08, 2022

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 Green Bay and possible pickups there & more presented by KFC.

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It's prediction time! Super Bowl, awards, division winners, and more Sep 08, 2022

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 next six months. There's only one thing left to do...make predictions! That's exactly what Robert Mays and Nate Tice do on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys offer up their picks for the Super Bowl, MVP, division winners, and a whole lot more.

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AFC East preview with Aaron Schatz Sep 07, 2022

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 better than the sum of its parts (as nearly all Belichick teams are), and also the Jets. But hey, even the Jets have some reason for optimism this season. Robert Mays welcomes Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders to preview the AFC East on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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NFC West preview with Diante Lee Sep 06, 2022

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. Diante Lee joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to break down the NFC West, a division that might not be as straightforward as it seems.

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AFC South preview with Derrik Klassen Sep 05, 2022

It's always good to have a friend who isn't afraid to dive into the muck. In the case of The Athletic Football Show, that friend is Football Outsiders' Derrik Klassen. Derrik joins Robert Mays on this episode to preview the AFC South.

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AFC North preview with Mina Kimes Sep 02, 2022

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 the Ravens? Or will things go off-script in this division. ESPN's Mina Kimes joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to preview the AFC North.

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Dak Prescott, Aaron Jones and more fantasy football 'My Guys' Sep 01, 2022

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 targets. It's a special edition of fantasy football 'My Guys' on The Athletic Football Show, presented by KFC.

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NFC South preview with Mike Sando Sep 01, 2022

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, though, with major questions about the Saints and Panthers, and the Falcons likely to be among the worst teams in the league. Robert Mays and Mike Sando break down the division in our NFC South preview on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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AFC West preview and C.J. Gardner-Johnson trade reaction with Nate Tice Aug 31, 2022

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 aspirations, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Eagles' acquisition of C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

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NFC East preview + a reaction to the Jimmy Garoppolo-49ers reunion with Bill Barnwell Aug 30, 2022

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 about all four teams heading into Week 1, what would be considered a successful season for each team, players they're excited to watch, and more. Plus, the guys dig into Jimmy Garoppolo's restructured contract in San Francisco.

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NFC North preview with Nate Tice Aug 29, 2022

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 off with the NFC North. How will the Packers adjust in a post-Davante world? Could the Vikings have a top-seven offense in the league? Is the excitement about the Lions justified? What qualifies as a successful season for the Bears? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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1st-year head coaches roundtable with Blake Bortles, Pierre Garçon and Pat DiMarco Aug 26, 2022

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 with three such players over the last few weeks to dig into what we might see from a trio of coaches making their debuts in the big job. He spoke with Blake Bortles about Broncos head coach Nate Hackett, Pierre Garcon about Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, and Pat DiMarco about Giants head coach Brian Daboll.

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Sizing up the new playcallers across the NFL in 2022 Aug 25, 2022

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 playercallers this season, like Josh McDaniels and Doug Pederson, are known commodities. Others, like, say, Ken Dorsey and Luke Getsy, are just beginning their playcalling careers. Robert Mays and Nate Tice run through them in detail on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Davante Adams, Tyreek Hill and NFL superstars in new situations for 2022 Aug 24, 2022

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 Mahomes, as well. How are all four of those players going to adapt this season? And how will other superstars in new circumstances change their games in 2022? Robert Mays and PFF's Seth Galina dig into those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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The 10 biggest questions about NFL defenses in 2022 Aug 23, 2022

Diante Lee joins Robert Mays to tackle the 10 most important questions facing defenses this season. What will the Ravens look like without Wink Martindale? Are the Packers ready to make the jump to the elite tier? Can the Bills be as good as they were last year? Do the Chargers have the right personnel to go full Brandon Staley? The guys get into all of that, and a whole lot more.

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Predicting 2022's top-10 offenses Aug 22, 2022

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 Outsiders DVOA. Obviously you're going to hear about teams like the Bills, Chiefs and Chargers. But who rounds out the top 10? And who gets left out? Oh, and guess what? We have a difference of opinion right at the top.

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Expectations for Russell Wilson, Matt Ryan, and other quarterbacks in new places; Checking in on the Colts with Zak Keefer Aug 19, 2022

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 this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Then, Robert checks in from Colts camp with Zak Keefer.

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Deshaun Watson suspended 11 games, fined $5 million Aug 18, 2022

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 by behavioral experts, followed by a treatment program. Jenny Vrentas of the New York Times joins Robert Mays to discuss the implications of the decision on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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. Aug 18, 2022

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 next step. Where do Tua Tagovailoa, Jalen Hurts, Zach Wilson and Trevor Lawrence need to improve this season? ESPN's Dan Orlovsky joins Robert Mays to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Then, Robert checks in from Bengals camp with Paul Dehner Jr.

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Emptying the training camp notebook with the Ravens, Eagles, Commanders and Steelers Aug 17, 2022

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 does on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, sharing his conversations with The Athletic's beat writers for the Ravens (Jeff Zrebiec), Eagles (Bo Wulf), Commanders (Ben Standig) and Steelers (Mark Kaboly).

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Justin Herbert, Jeffery Simmons, and the 2022 narrative changers Aug 15, 2022

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's Cameron Wolfe nominate a handful of candidates on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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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 Aug 12, 2022

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 joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to assess. Then, Robert check in from Bills camp with Joe Buscaglia. Where can we expect some changes this year from the preseason betting-market favorite to be Super Bowl Champs?

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Which teams can win the Super Bowl?; A dispatch from Browns camp with Zac Jackson Aug 11, 2022

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 Sando joins Robert Mays to dig into which teams can win the Super Bowl on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Then, Mays checks in from Browns camp with Zac Jackson.

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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 Aug 10, 2022

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 and Ernest Jones, Robert Mays and Nate Tice find breakouts on both sides of the ball on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, Robert checks in from Lions camp with our beat writer, Colton Pouncy.

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What the hell are you?: The teams we can't figure out Aug 08, 2022

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 try to figure out the Patriots, Cardinals, Saints and a couple of other teams going through an identity crisis.

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Unearthing wide receiver gems with Matt Harmon and a check-in from Broncos camp with Nick Kosmider Aug 05, 2022

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 Yahoo Sports and Reception Perception. He joins Robert Mays to explain why, and a whole lot more at the receiver position on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Then Robert checks in from Broncos camp with The Athletic's Nick Kosmider.

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Jalen Hurts, Kyle Shanahan and the other NFL people with the most at stake in 2022 Aug 04, 2022

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, Kirk Cousins, Kyle Shanahan and plenty more make their lists.

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Fallout from the Dolphins' Tampering Investigation and Takeaways from 49ers Camp Aug 02, 2022

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 Payton. Robert also checks in from 49ers camp with beat writer Matt Barrows.

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Discussing the Deshaun Watson six-game suspension recommendation with Jenny Vrentas Aug 01, 2022

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 L. Robinson, the disciplinary officer appointed by the league and the players association. Jenny Vrentas from the New York Times joins Robert Mays to discuss her reporting on the story, what the recommendation means in the short and long term, and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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Asking “Does This Matter?” for Early Preseason Storylines with Mitchell Schwartz + Cowboys camp visit with Jon Machota Aug 01, 2022

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 Murray contract clause, young QBs missing throws, young WRs making plays and more "Does This Matter?" scenarios before Robert sits down with Cowboys beat writer for The Athletic, Jon Machota, at Cowboys camp in Oxnard, CA.

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The most unpredictable players & units with Bill Barnwell + Chargers camp visit with Daniel Popper Jul 29, 2022

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 outcomes in 2022 before Robert visits with The Athletic's Chargers writer Daniel Popper from Chargers camp.

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Tying up loose ends from the 2021 NFL season + Rams camp visit with Jourdan Rodrigue Jul 28, 2022

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 the league, the shift in the Eagles’ offense and much more. Then, The Athletic’s Rams’ reporter Jourdan Rodrigue joins Robert live from Irvine, CA for the first training camp check-in. They discuss the vibe surrounding the defending champs, the new faces on the field and the top questions heading into the season.

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QB Tiers 2022: Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert move up, Russell Wilson questions & more with Mike Sando Jul 25, 2022

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 of the list, and familiar faces falling down. Is this a new era in the league when it comes to QB expectations? Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to discuss the biggest takeaways.

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Kyler Murray gets paid, Lamar Jackson & big questions before training camp with Dianna Russini Jul 22, 2022

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 other QBs + Trevor Lawrence, Brian Daboll & more big questions before officially heading into training camp 2022.

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2022 Fantasy football primer with Josh Norris and Evan Silva Jul 21, 2022

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? What are some tough decisions you may have to make in your draft? Who are some late-round running backs that could add value to your roster? They discuss all of that and much more.

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Mailbag: Andrew Luck in today's NFL, Philip Rivers' HOF case, first football memories, value of QB, food talk & more Jul 19, 2022

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, the football memories that sparked the love of the game, the NFL valuing the QB position, Chicago food recommendations and much more.

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Luck Episode 6: The End Jul 11, 2022

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 walking way from football, broken down and battered, his love of the game gone. How? Why?

In Episode 6 of LUCK, host Zak Keefer examines in detail one of the most shocking retirements in NFL history: the lead-up, the clues, the scene, the reaction then and now. Voices include Jim Irsay, Chris Ballard, Jacoby Brissett, Robert Griffin III, David Shaw and more.

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Luck Episode 5: The Return Jul 11, 2022

“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 rewarding season — both personally and professionally — of Andrew Luck’s career. It’s an intimate look inside Luck’s return from shoulder hell and how he did it. Voices include House, Chris Ballard, Jacoby Brissett, Robert Griffin III and more.

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Luck Episode 4: Pain Jul 11, 2022

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 abdomen muscle and the wrecked throwing shoulder, he lost his football innocence. A game that had once been so much fun was now a living hell. Was there a way out? And how bad did it get? As we hear, much worse than we all thought. Voices include Chuck Pagano, Bruce Arians, Bill Polian, Tony Dungy, Robert Mays, Peter King and more.

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Luck Episode 3: The Arrival Jul 11, 2022

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 comebacks as a rookie? Who read books on Nelson Mandela in his free time? Who complimented defensive linemen after they’d driven him into the turf? Who tore up the Colts’ defense in practice so badly that Bruce Arians wore all black the next day to bust their chops because Luck had, as Arians put it, “killed them”? Voices include Arians, Chuck Pagano, D’Qwell Jackson, Robert Mays, Mike Sando and more.

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Luck Episode 2: The Decision Jul 11, 2022

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 the chance to draft another generational talent at quarterback — Stanford’s Andrew Luck.

Keefer details the Colts’ internal struggles — including Manning’s covert plan to force his way back onto the field, and Jim Irsay’s guilt over having to release an all-time great. Voices in the episode include Irsay, Bill Polian, Chuck Pagano, Bruce Arians, Daniel Jeremiah, Peter King, Bob Kravitz and more.

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Luck Episode 1: The Rise Jul 11, 2022

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 all-time end up walking away from the game before he turned 30 years old?

In Episode 1, host Zak Keefer — a longtime Colts beat writer who covered Luck’s pro career — traces Luck’s path from his unique upbringing in Europe to Heisman contender at Stanford. Voices in the episode include Stanford coach David Shaw, former Stanford QB Tavita Pritchard, Heisman winner Robert Griffin III, Tony Dungy and more.

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Analyzing the shifting WR market with Steven Ruiz Jul 08, 2022

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 it compares to cap percentages in the past and what it all says about the positional value.

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Browns trade Baker Mayfield to Panthers Jul 06, 2022

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. They also talk about the 2018 draft, the QB trade market and what all of this means for Jimmy Garoppolo.

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Mailbag: Ollie Connolly talks clutch players, trading Tom Brady, coaching trees, best football books & more Jul 05, 2022

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 bucket" guys around the league, Vic Fangio defenses and more.

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Lessons from the NFL's best offenses in 2021 Jul 01, 2022

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 ball out quickly and much more. Plus, stay tuned for the trailer of the new narrative podcast series, ‘Luck.’

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Football GM: Terry McLaurin’s extension, Seahawks quarterback questions & Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing continues Jun 30, 2022

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 for a guy like DK Metcalf. Then, they examine the Seahawks quarterback situation and if they should make a trade for Baker Mayfield. Finally, they discuss the latest with Deshaun Watson’s disciplinary hearing.

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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 Jun 28, 2022

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 also talk about the positional coaches they believe hold the most value, where the Broncos’ receiving corps ranks and the 2007 draft class. Then, The Athletic’s Zak Keefer stops by to preview his upcoming narrative podcast series ‘Luck’ chronicling the career of Andrew Luck.

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Top 10 NFL moves we want to see before Week 1 Jun 24, 2022

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 Reiff? Will the Chiefs sign an edge rusher? They discuss all of that plus other veteran signings, trades and much more.

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Hall of Very Good 2022 & updates on Dan Snyder & Deshaun Watson's legal situations Jun 23, 2022

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 update you on the latest with Dan Snyder's situation in Washington and the congressional hearing that took place on Wednesday, as well as the latest info on Deshaun Watson's situation and possible suspension.

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Mailbag: Jason Fitzgerald talks Rams & Saints cap success, QBs & team-friendly deals, big WR money & more Jun 21, 2022

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 Saints have navigated it with success, why more QBs don't take team-friendly deals like Tom Brady, how practice squad players count toward the overall cap and more from your emails and voicemails.

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Lessons from the NFL's best defenses in 2021 Jun 17, 2022

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 rushing four, the ideal nickel body type and much more.

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Kyler Murray & Lamar Jackson 2022 offensive outlook, contract questions & more Jun 16, 2022

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 examine the highs and lows, what can improve this season, the contract talks and much more.

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Mailbag: Ted Nguyen talks defensive & offensive scheme, quality control, team nicknames & more Jun 14, 2022

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? How important is scheme to WR success? How has the Browns defensive scheme been changing? What's on the horizon for Josh McDaniels in Oakland? All that and more with Ted on a new Athletic Football Show

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NFL offseason roster reset with Nate Tice Jun 10, 2022

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 Nate Tice answer these questions and more in this offseason roster reset episode.

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New Deshaun Watson case details emerge + Broncos ownership change with Lindsay Jones Jun 09, 2022

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 Aaron Donald’s new contract.

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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 Jun 07, 2022

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, counting up all the active Hall-of-Fame caliber players, Raiders and Vikings talk and more!

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Ryan Fitzpatrick retiring after 17 seasons + ranking the top 10 GMs to build a NFL roster Jun 03, 2022

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 in the NFL and who they would want to build a roster from scratch. They each rank their top 10 candidates to oversee a team.

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How to rebuild a NFL franchise with Mike Sando & Nate Tice Jun 02, 2022

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 around over the past decade. They discuss coaching, culture, pass catchers, roster spending and much more.

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Mailbag: Confidence in QBs, how jersey swaps work, Mike Evans’ HOF case, o-line continuity & more with Mitchell Schwartz May 31, 2022

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 champion Mitchell Schwartz is back to answer your Mailbag questions with Robert Mays on these topics and many more on a new Athletic Football Show.

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AFC West roundtable with Vic Tafur, Nick Kosmider, Nate Taylor & Daniel Popper May 27, 2022

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 Vic Tafur to discuss the Raiders and their new offense under Josh McDaniels. Then, Broncos’ writer Nick Kosmider joins the show to talk about the tone in Denver with Wilson under center. Plus, Nate Taylor explains how the Chiefs look without Tyreek Hill and Daniel Popper talks about Justin Herbert and the Chargers’ revamped defense.

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Most valuable non-QB draft 2022 with Lindsay Jones & Nate Tice May 26, 2022

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 last year falls off? Which position group will have the most players selected? Tune in to find out.

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Mailbag: How to study defense, building the ultimate D coordinator, competence vs. competitiveness, Eagles & Colts plans & more May 24, 2022

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 defensive coordinator, the value of competing for a championship vs. rebuilding, plans for the Eagles and Colts and more with host Robert Mays.

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Reviewing the 2021 QB class heading into year two May 20, 2022

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 Fields, Mac Jones, Davis Mills and Trey Lance.

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Most valuable QB draft 2022 with Lindsay Jones & Nate Tice May 19, 2022

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? Which QBs didn’t make the cut? Tune in to hear their top 15.

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Mailbag: Benjamin Solak talks best & worst team situations, Sean Payton trade value, Eagles & Jalen Hurts, underrated 2022 games & more May 17, 2022

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, the most underrated matchups on the 2022 schedule, the team's viral schedule release videos and much more!

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Examining how NFL executives view the 32 draft classes with Mike Sando May 12, 2022

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 Ravens? Should the Titans have tried to trade Derrick Henry instead? They dive into the executives’ evaluations as well as Tom Brady’s contract with Fox and much more.

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Mailbag: Super Bowl long shots, active Hall of Fame coaches, picking who to root for, podcast behind the scenes & more May 10, 2022

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 NFL coaches could be Pro Football Hall of Fame worthy, a question regarding the QB saturation around the league, insight as to how the postgame episodes of TAFS are produced and more!

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Star player movement, the shifting WR market & a 2022 NFL offseason rewind with Mitchell Schwartz May 06, 2022

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 heading into a new season. They also dive deeper into the WR market as they break down the Eagles’ trade for A. J. Brown. Plus, what is the typical dynamic between a veteran and rookie in a position room? Mitchell discusses his experience in both roles on the offensive line.

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Big questions we want answered after the 2022 NFL Draft May 05, 2022

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 Wilson, the Seahawks and Broncos strategies for this year and beyond and more.

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Brugler & Zierlein: 2022 NFL Draft takeaways & ranking the top classes May 04, 2022

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 happened with the QBs and rank their favorite draft classes.

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Lessons we learned from teams in the 2022 NFL Draft May 02, 2022

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 Eagles’ roster building, the Ravens ability to pivot, the Vikings all-in plan and much more from across the league.

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2022 NFL Draft: Rounds 4-7 recap, favorite late picks, biggest steals & more May 01, 2022

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 questions for Dane and Nate, including their biggest surprises, best value picks, who won the draft and tons more NFL draft rewind.

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2022 Draft Night Special: Rounds 2-3 Apr 30, 2022

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 theathletic.com/footballshow

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2022 Draft Night Special: Round 1 Apr 29, 2022

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 round 1 had to offer NFL fans.

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2022 top 10 mock draft with The Athletic NFL staff Apr 27, 2022

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 in to hear Greg Auman, Chris Burke, Aaron Reiss, Connor Hughes, Dan Duggan, Joe Person, Josh Kendall and Michael-Shawn Dugar break it all down.

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What each team needs in the 2022 NFL Draft with Sheil Kapadia Apr 26, 2022

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 years, there's no shortage of storylines to follow with what's on the line this season. Sheil and Robert bring their top priorities for each team and what they hope to see happen by the end of the weekend. How many of the hopes will come to fruition?

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The biggest questions heading into the 2022 NFL Draft Apr 25, 2022

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-round picks, who they believe could be the next Pro Bowler and prospects who could fall. They also give their favorite picks, bold predictions and much more.

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Drafting QBs & the role GMs & position coaches play in the draft process with Rick Spielman & Dante Scarnecchia Apr 22, 2022

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 shares details of his draft process in Minnesota and the thought process that went into trading up for QB Teddy Bridgewater, then former Patriots o-line coach Dante Scarnecchia brings insight on what it's like to draft alongside Bill Belichick and how position coaches get their voices heard in the draft room.

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Deebo Samuel seeks a trade & how the 2016 draft class explains the NFL with Bill Barnwell Apr 21, 2022

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 of the day, how the 2016 draft class explains the NFL, from Jared Goff to Jalen Ramsey, Ezekiel Elliott and Joey Bosa, they spend the pod digging into the ripple effect of these moves across the league.

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Brugler & Zierlein: Smoke screens ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft + power ranking each positional group Apr 20, 2022

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 of guesswork? They weigh in on what’s deception vs. reality and discuss how much of an impact these rumors could have on the draft. They wrap by power ranking the position groups of this year’s class.

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Creating alignment between the front office & coaching staff with Marvin Lewis + dissecting the 2022 CB class with Fran Duffy Apr 19, 2022

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 in Cincinnati, the importance of communication and working through disagreements. Then, Eagles & NFL analyst Fran Duffy joins the show to break down the 2022 CB class. Fran explains the traits he’s most excited/worried about and the scheme he believes is best for players like Sauce Gardner, Derek Stingley Jr., Andrew Booth Jr., Trent McDuffie and more.

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The value of modern linebackers & playing Star-Starter-Bust with the 2022 edge rushers with Diante Lee Apr 18, 2022

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 ahead of the Draft and dig into some of his favorite prospects before they play a game of Star-Starter-Bust with the defensive end class.

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How data driven thinking plays a role in the NFL Draft with Sean Clement & Jourdan Rodrigue Apr 15, 2022

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. positional value, The Loser’s Curse and much more. Then, The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue joins the show to talk about the Rams’ analytical approach to the draft and how the ‘F them picks’ mindset has sparked a change across the NFL.

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The latest on the Washington Commanders investigation with Ben Standing + answering questions about the 2022 OL class with Brandon Thorn Apr 14, 2022

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 Derek Carr’s contract extension with the Raiders, their thoughts on the deal and what is says about the QB market. Plus, Trench Warfare’s Brandon Thorn joins the show to break down the offensive lineman in the 2022 draft class. Brandon shares his thoughts on the top tackles, where Tyler Linderbaum will go, why he loves Zion Johnson and much more.

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Brugler & Zierlein: 2022 NFL mock draft 3.0 + player comps that could provide teams a bargain deal Apr 13, 2022

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 could fall out of the top 10 and more. Then, they discuss several players who could provide teams a big bargain late in the draft compared to similar first round talent.

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Teams with the most at stake in the 2022 NFL Draft & remembering Dwayne Haskins with Rhiannon Walker Apr 12, 2022

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 previous wrong, digging out of a hole, or any number of other situations these franchises find themselves in. Robert Mays and Nate Tice bring their picks for their Teams with the Most at Stake during the draft before Rhiannon Walker stops by to share her experience with former Washington and Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins following his tragic passing.

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Football GM: NFL hiring practices under federal scrutiny, Mueller's top RBs & TEs in the draft & more Apr 09, 2022

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 opening an investigation. Former GM Randy Mueller and our own Mike Sando bring their unique insight to the subject after they break down Randy's favorite RBs and TEs coming out in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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The Beast: Inside Brugler's 2022 NFL Draft Guide + Bruce Feldman's mock draft Apr 08, 2022

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 and how it impacts the first round. Then, The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman joins the show to talk about his mock draft, the QBs and much more.

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Top WRs in the 2022 NFL Draft Apr 07, 2022

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 us of? Nate Tice and Robert Mays dig into Nate's top 6 WRs in this class, including Drake London, Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson and more, plus some outside-the-top favorites of Nate's that you should keep an eye on.

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Lessons from the 2021 draft class and how they apply to this year Apr 06, 2022

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 pass catchers. They also discuss why chemistry matters, injury red flags, second-round tackles and much more.

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Saints & Eagles trade picks & how schematic trends affect the 2022 NFL Draft with Nate Tice & Diante Lee Apr 04, 2022

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 Lee join Robert Mays to react to the news and discuss how the offensive and defensive scheme trends we've seen in the recent past might inform several team's thinking this draft season.

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Top 5 QBs in the 2022 NFL Draft Apr 01, 2022

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 Willis, Matt Corral, Sam Howell, and Desmond Ridder. What are the pros and cons with each guy? Who are some pro comparisons? What's the path to the league for each of them? And most importantly...how does Nate rank them? All that and more QB discussion on today's Athletic Football Show.

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Bruce Arians announces retirement, Todd Bowles named Buccaneers head coach + examining the NFL’s new overtime rule Mar 31, 2022

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 success in his second stint and what this all means for the 2022 Buccaneers. Plus, they talk about the new overtime rules, what impacted the change and more news and notes from the NFL owners meetings this week.

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Mailbag: QB’s percent of salary cap, Stefon Diggs’ contract, Lamar Jackson extension talks, the Steelers long-term plan & more Mar 30, 2022

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 mailbag questions. They also discuss Lamar Jackson’s contract, cold-weather stadiums, the value of the center position and much more.

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An intro to the 2022 NFL Draft class with Dane Brugler Mar 29, 2022

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 year's class, from the top 5 QBs to the biggest risers and fallers from a year ago, the positions with the most depth and more as The Athletic Football Show officially kicks off draft time!

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Decoding 10 team-building plans for the NFL’s new regimes with Sheil Kapadia Mar 25, 2022

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 teams have right now when building a roster? Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays to break down the front office thinking of the Lions, Bears, Falcons, Dolphins, Jets, Giants, Raiders, Broncos, Chargers, & more as they head toward the Draft.

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Chiefs trade Tyreek Hill to Dolphins + sorting through the NFL’s craziest offseason Mar 23, 2022

The wild NFL offseason continued on Wednesday when the Chiefs sent WR Tyreek Hill to the Dolphins for five draft picks. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down both sides of the blockbuster trade and Hill’s new four-year $120 million deal with Miami. Plus, they dive into why this has been the craziest offseason in recent memory and what we can learn from it moving forward.

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2022 NFL Draft: Deshaun Watson trade impact, David Ojabo’s injury & pro day takeaways Mar 23, 2022

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 Ojabo’s Achilles injury and how it impacts his draft status. They wrap by reviewing their takeaways from the top pro days.

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Falcons trade Matt Ryan to the Colts, Jags move past Urban Meyer, Bengals add La'el Collins & more NFL news Mar 21, 2022

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, and what it means for the Colts in the short-term and where the Falcons go from here + reaction to the Urban Meyer story from The Athletic that broke Twitter today, the Bengals adding La'el Collins to strengthen their o-line, what happens now with Jimmy G and more NFL news.

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Examining the Deshaun Watson trade & allegations with Mike Sando, Jenny Vrentas & Aaron Reiss Mar 18, 2022

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 discuss what’s next for Watson’s legal case and potential discipline from the NFL.

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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 Mar 18, 2022

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, Adams’ new contract and more. Plus, Baker Mayfield wants out of Cleveland. They talk about what’s next for the Browns at QB. They wrap by assessing the Rams deal for Allen Robinson.

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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 Mar 17, 2022

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 latest with the QB before talking about several moves from the Jets and a quiet week for the Patriots.

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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 Mar 16, 2022

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 remains uncertain. They also talk about the Raiders deal for Chandler Jones and their trade for Rock Ya-Sin, sending Yannick Ngakoue to the Colts. Plus, Za'Darius Smith signs with the Ravens and the Titans are set to release Julio Jones. They recap all of that, their favorite moves and much more.

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2022 NFL Draft: Free agency's draft impact & o-line deep dive with Brandon Thorn Mar 16, 2022

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 signings before welcoming Brandon Thorn of Bleacher Report to dive into the o-line class and which names could be of value across the league.

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Free Agency Recap, Day 2: Broncos steal Randy Gregory from Cowboys, Browns enter Deshaun Watson convo, CB musical chairs & more Mar 15, 2022

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 the Broncos, to the numbers coming out on Aaron Rodgers' and Mitch Trubisky's deals, Shaq Mason heading to Tampa Bay, the Jags just keep on spending, CB movement around the league and more.

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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 Mar 14, 2022

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 Bengals shoring up their o-line depth, a big JC Jackson signing by the Chargers and Haason Reddick lands with the Eagles, all that and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show.

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Tom Brady unretires, Cowboys trade Amari Cooper to the Browns, Deshaun Watson news, Kirk Cousins & more Mar 14, 2022

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 of the NFC? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones react to the news and break down both sides of the Amari Cooper trade for the Cowboys and Browns, Deshaun Watson news that broke over the weekend, the Vikings and Kirk Cousins and more ahead of the OFFICIAL start of 2022 NFL free agency.

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Khalil Mack trade reaction, free agency lessons & how teams approach the salary cap with Bill Barnwell & Joel Corry Mar 11, 2022

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 past few years, what they've learned and what other teams can watch out for when it comes to making mistakes during free agency + Joel Corry of CBS Sports stops by to break down the 2022 salary cap and the creative ways teams find to always stay under the cap.

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Colts trade Carson Wentz to Washington + NFL defensive free agency preview Mar 10, 2022

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 to weigh in on more NFL QB news. Plus, another free agency preview! The guys go around the league and put a microscope on the defensive side of the football.

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Russell Wilson traded to the Broncos, Aaron Rodgers staying with the Packers & more breaking news reaction Mar 08, 2022

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 contender? Where does this leave the Seahawks? Plus, Aaron Rodgers confirms he is staying in Green Bay - is this the outcome we expected? All that and more breaking news reaction on a full day of NFL headlines on The Athletic Football Show.

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Calvin Ridley suspended for gambling & Free Agency Preview: Offense Mar 08, 2022

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 suspension. Which teams are in the market for WRs? Which receivers are the best fits for those teams? What about teams in need of o-line help? Robert and Nate have the answers in part 1 of the Athletic Football Show free agency preview.

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Brugler & Zierlein's 2022 NFL Combine review & biggest risers & fallers Mar 07, 2022

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 ridiculously-fast 40 times? Who were the biggest risers and fallers out of the weekend? Dane and Lance are preparing their next mock drafts and review the Combine through that lens on a new Athletic Football Show.

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Dane Brugler's 2022 NFL Combine first impressions Mar 04, 2022

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 first impressions as workouts press into the weekend.

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Planning the Broncos, Saints & Giants futures with Nick Kosmider, Kat Terrell & Dan Duggan Mar 04, 2022

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 ever find their post-Peyton Manning QB, a new head coach & more before Kat Terrell stops by to help Saints fans cope with the loss of Sean Payton & what's ahead for the Dennis Allen-led Saints. Then Dan Duggan, Athletic writer covering the Giants and Robert Mays dig into Brian Daboll's start in New York and why Daniel Jones not being the answer at QB isn't the worst thing.

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Commanders, Jets & Buccaneers offseason outlook with Ben Standig, Connor Hughes & Greg Auman Mar 03, 2022

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? And where do the Bucs go from here after Tom Brady steps away from the game? Robert Mays is LIVE at the 2022 NFL Combine and is joined by team writers Ben Standig, Connor Hughes, and Greg Auman of The Athletic to discuss why their teams might have the most interesting storylines this offseason.

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NFL Combine Preview with Nate Tice + Eagles & Packers offseason outlook with Bo Wulf & Matt Schneidman Mar 02, 2022

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 kick off the week with a full preview of what Nate is watching for in the prospect drills and which names you might be hearing more about + Robert is joined by Bo Wulf of Birds With Friends and The Athletic to shed some light on a potential Russell Wilson trade to the Eagles and more offseason notes before Matt Schneidman attempts to clear up some Aaron Rodgers rumors with Robert.

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QB Carousel & Offseason Preview with Charles Robinson & projecting the Raiders' new regime with Tashan Reed Mar 01, 2022

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 which teams might be more desperate to make moves than meets the eye & which teams have the most on the line in 2022, it's all on the line with Charles Robinson before welcoming The Athletic's Tashan Reed live in Indinapolis as we project what the new Raiders regime might look like with a new coaching staff.

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Brugler & Zierlein's 2022 NFL Combine preview & prospects to watch at each position Feb 23, 2022

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 prove when it comes to the medicals, drills and overall results coming out of Indianapolis.

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Mailbag Part 2: Mobile QBs, Rams’ team building philosophy, hiring coordinators & more Feb 21, 2022

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 qualified candidates than actual positions? They dive into that, the Rams’ team building philosophy and their dream coaching staff for an expansion team. They wrap the show by discussing their most unpopular take.

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Mailbag Part 1: Where Joe Burrow ranks, rebuilding an offensive line, teams that are a QB away & more Feb 18, 2022

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 offseason. Plus, is Philip Rivers the player whose legacy is most negatively affected by the Brady/Patriots dominance of the AFC? They dive into that, as well as which teams are just a QB away and much more.

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Biggest questions heading into the 2022 offseason - QB movement, new owners, free agency speculation & more Feb 17, 2022

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 the 2022 kickoff, it's an offseason that will be full of breaking news, speculation and headlines worth talking about. Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones each bring their biggest questions heading into the offseason to the air as they turn the page on 2021.

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler & Zierlein on Top 100 prospects Feb 16, 2022

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 disagree and the questions that still remain. Plus, who is this year’s Cooper Kupp? They talk about what we can learn from Super Bowl LVI and Lance shares his latest mock draft.

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Super Bowl LVI recap: How the Rams won it all & what's next for Joe Burrow & the Bengals Feb 14, 2022

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 Kupp & Company got it done 23-20 over the Cincinnati Bengals. What kind of precedent does the Sean McVay offense set for the rest of the league now that they've won a title? Can Aaron Donald & Von Miller head straight to Canton? What does the offseason look like for the AFC Champion Bengals at the outset? Nate Tice joins host Robert Mays to react to all the Super Bowl LVI headlines (and the halftime show, of course).

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Mailbag: The Super Bowl experience, how players adjust game day habits, the post-win celebration & more Feb 12, 2022

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 dynamics are different for players and what halftime adjustments really look like. They also talk about the moment he remembers the most from when the Chiefs won, how the Bengals will try and game plan for Aaron Donald and much more.

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Super Bowl LVI preview, Rams vs. Bengals picks, prop bets & predictions Feb 11, 2022

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 in Los Angeles to break down the most intriguing aspects of the matchup on both sides of the ball, from how the Bengals can exploit some Rams weaknesses up front, to how the Rams can put the game away and hoist the Lombardi themselves, it's all on the table this Super Bowl + Sheil Kapadia joins for one final Picks With Sheil segment as they put a meal at the combine on the line for Athletic Football Show Picks supremacy.

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Inside the Bengals' & Rams' path to Super Bowl LVI with Paul Dehner Jr. & Jourdan Rodrigue Feb 09, 2022

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 it be the Cincinnati Cinderella story, or the big-name Rams taking the Lombardi? The Athletic's own beat writers covering the Bengals and Rams, Paul Dehner Jr. and Jourdan Rodrigue, bring their unique insight on covering these teams to Radio Row with Robert Mays as they dive into the inside story of each team's path to Super Bowl LVI.

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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 Feb 09, 2022

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 is putting up historic numbers with Rams WR Cooper Kupp. But what makes Stafford so unique for wide receivers, and which current receivers are catching his eye? Megatron joins Robert Mays following a breakdown of the 10 players that will define Super Bowl LVI for Lindsay Jones and Robert + Clint Boling, former Bengals guard stops by to share some first-hand insight on the 40-year old Rams tackle Andrew Whitworth & his incredible run with Cincinnati.

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Clint Boling: 1:10:00

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler & Zierlein talk with Cincinnati QB Desmond Ridder + Reese's Senior Bowl wrap-up Feb 09, 2022

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 stock and who fell. Plus, Cincinnati QB Desmond Ridder joins the show to talk about his experience in Mobile, what he learned as a four-year starter and much more.

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How the Rams & Bengals have evolved with Ollie Connolly, Seth Galina & Diante Lee Feb 08, 2022

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 defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo play in their success? Robert Mays broadcasts LIVE from Radio Row at Super Bowl LVI and welcomes The Guardian's Ollie Connolly to dig into the Bengals' D + PFF's Seth Galina and Diante Lee to dissect the Los Angeles Rams of the recent past and present and how each team playing in the Super Bowl has evolved over time.

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Joe Burrow & Matthew Stafford’s journey to the Super Bowl with Bruce Feldman & Scott Linehan Feb 07, 2022

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 makes him so special. Plus, former NFL coach Scott Linehan joins the show to talk about Matthew Stafford’s career development, his strengths as a quarterback and much more.

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Lessons we’ve learned from the NFL’s final four teams with Bill Barnwell & Nate Tice Feb 04, 2022

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. They talk about the importance of coaching, offensive lines and of course the QBs.

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler & Zierlein on Reese's Senior Bowl surprises, disappointments & overall takeaways Feb 03, 2022

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 prospects in person before they break down their biggest surprises and disappointments of the week.

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Brian Flores files discrimination lawsuit against the NFL + more coaching carousel updates Feb 02, 2022

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 NFL, the Giants and several teams alleging discrimination in their hiring practices. This is the type of lawsuit that the NFL has been scared of. Robert and Lindsay also discuss the on field impact of the Giants hiring Brian Daboll and the Raiders hiring Josh McDaniels. Is Jim Harbaugh's candidacy to become the next Vikings coach for real? Plus, what the heck is going on with the Jags, Texans and Dolphins openings?

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Tom Brady officially announces retirement after 22 seasons Feb 01, 2022

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. Luckily, Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discussed Brady’s impact on the game, the Patriots, the Bucs and more this weekend LIVE on their YouTube channel. Here it is in podcast form on a bonus Athletic Football Show.

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Mailbag: Halftime adjustments, how players handle playoff losses, inside exit interviews, Kyle Shanahan's bad luck & more with Mitchell Schwartz Feb 01, 2022

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 adjustments, how players handle losing in the playoffs, what the process of exit interviews entails. if Kyle Shanahan can overcome his current reputation of not winning the big one, if owners even matter in the NFL and more as we look ahead to the Super Bowl.

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Bengals & Rams move on to Super Bowl LVI & can the 49ers & Chiefs make another run? Jan 31, 2022

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 for the 2nd time since 2018. Can his Matthew Stafford-led team get it done this time? There will be plenty of time to discuss Bengals-Rams, so before that, Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the AFC & NFC Championship results. Why did the Chiefs shy away from running the ball? Was this officially the last we will see of Jimmy G in San Francisco? And what made Tee Higgins and Cooper Kupp stand out so much for their teams? All that and more on a postgame edition of The Athletic Football Show.

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AFC & NFC Championship preview & picks Jan 28, 2022

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 matchups on both sides of the ball and much more. Then, Sheil Kapadia is back to claim his title and share his picks against the spread.

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Broncos hire Nathaniel Hackett, Bears choose Matt Eberflus, Byron Leftwich & more coaching updates Jan 27, 2022

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 Sando to discuss the choices and what fans can expect, plus update you on where Byron Leftwich might be headed and what's going on with Dan Quinn & the Dallas Cowboys.

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Bears, Vikings hire new GMs + head coach finalists across the NFL Jan 27, 2022

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 talk about the latest in each coaching search, the finalists, the favorites and much more.

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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 Jan 26, 2022

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, under-the-radar guys to watch and expectations for the QBs. Then, Robert Mays joins the show to talk about the 2021 NFL rookie class.

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Sean Payton steps down as Saints head coach after 16 seasons - reaction with Katherine Terrell Jan 26, 2022

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 news following Payton's press conference and discuss the surprise of the announcement, whats next for the Payton, if he might ever coach again, what's next for the Saints, if the job is a desirable place and more analysis and reaction.

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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 Jan 25, 2022

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 and Travis Kelce's backyard football skills, ease some pain of some hurting fanbases, give some player perspective on the controversial overtime rules, and answer tons more of your voicemails and emails as the Athletic Football Show Mailbag is opened again following the Divisional round.

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Bills-Chiefs thriller ends in OT, 49ers stun Rodgers' Packers, Bengals & Burrow to AFC title game, Rams survive Bucs & more Jan 24, 2022

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 react to it all. How did Patrick Mahomes outlast Josh Allen in his biggest moment? What happens to Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay now that the 49ers have moved on? How did the Rams find the right recipe to keep Brady at bay? And can Joe Burrow continue his miracle run and lead the Bengals to the AFC Championship with this defense? All that and TONS more Divisional review on a postgame Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Divisional Round Sunday preview & picks Jan 21, 2022

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 each side of the ball and discuss the injuries that could play a big role in the game. Next, they dive into Bills at Chiefs. They discuss how this game is different from the last time these two teams played, their expectations for Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes and much more. They close things out with their picks against the spread.

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NFL Divisional Round Saturday preview Jan 21, 2022

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-factor for the game. Then, they dive into the historic showdown between the 49ers-Packers. They explain why this game is so intriguing, the key players returning from injury and much more.

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What we learned from our 2021 NFL take mistakes with Lindsay Jones Jan 20, 2022

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, defenses across the league, Browns’ hype, the concept of “saving” QBs and much more. Plus, they also talk about the Raiders’ GM and head coach search, where Dan Quinn will land and other news from the interview process.

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2022 NFL Draft: Brugler & Zierlein on the talent at the top, QBs & their favorite prospects Jan 19, 2022

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 storylines to watch over the next few months, including the lack of elite prospects, the QBs, their early favorites and which teams are positioned well in the first round.

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Mailbag: Is Kellen Moore overrated? + more playoff questions with Mitchell Schwartz Jan 18, 2022

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 convo on the hype around Cowboys offensive coordinator Kellen Moore. Plus, how to teams spend their playoff bye weeks, wondering if we NEED 7 playoff teams, the definition of "installing an offense" and more with Robert Mays.

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Rams crush Cardinals, Matthew Stafford gets a playoff W & what's next for Arizona Jan 18, 2022

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 looking to the Bucs before looking at the whole of the Cardinals season, Kyler Murray and what Arizona can do to improve on 2021 + some quick thoughts on the Raiders GM opening.

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NFL Wild Card Sunday Recap: 49ers survive Cowboys, Chiefs & Bucs move on & Steelers, Cowboys & Eagles postmortem Jan 17, 2022

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 after how they looked against the Cowboys? How should Cowboys fans feel going forward? Will the Bucs and Tom Brady make another run at a title? Can the Chiefs continue their impressive offensive output against the Bills? All that and more instant analysis following the Sunday games on another postgame Athletic Football Show.

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NFL Wild Card Saturday Recap: Bengals & Bills advance & what's next for the Raiders & Patriots Jan 16, 2022

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 points coming out of the NFL's Wild Card Saturday. Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the action & what the wins mean in Buffalo and Cincinnati, where the Patriots and Raiders go from here with Derek Carr, Mac Jones expectations and more.

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NFL Wild Card Sunday preview Jan 14, 2022

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, they discuss the highly-anticipated matchup between the Cowboys and 49ers before closing things out by talking about Steelers-Chiefs.

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NFL Wild Card Saturday preview & picks Jan 14, 2022

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 Saturday’s wild-card matchups between Raiders-Bengals and Patriots-Bills. Finally, Sheil Kapadia his back for his playoff picks against the spread.

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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 Jan 13, 2022

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 Giants’ writer Dan Duggan joins the show to discuss the state of the franchise amid another head coach and GM change.

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Evaluating the hiring process for NFL head coaches and GMs with Amy Trask, Domonique Foxworth & Joe Barry Jan 12, 2022

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, Amy Trask. They discuss the business side of finding a GM, the importance of collaboration and her experience with the Raiders. Then, former NFL player and current ESPN writer and commentator, Domonique Foxworth joins the show to talk about how head coaches set the culture within a team. Finally, Packers defensive coordinator Joe Barry explains why he knew early on that Mike Tomlin, Sean McVay and Brandon Staley would be successful head coaches.

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Mailbag: Potential QB moves, trick plays, uniform talk, undervalued GMs & more with Mitchell Schwartz Jan 11, 2022

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 this offseason, an NFL uniform fact you might not know and more courtesy of this week's Athletic Football Show mailbag as Robert Mays leads Mitchell Schwartz through your voicemails and emails concerning the Browns, Raiders, Chargers, Colts and more.

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NFL Black Monday: Brian Flores, Matt Nagy, Mike Zimmer out & more news with Mike Sando Jan 10, 2022

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 Zimmer and Rick Spielman’s tenure in Minnesota. They also talk about the surprise firing of Brian Flores and why the Giants are sticking with Joe Judge. They wrap by examining potential head coach candidates.

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NFL playoff matchups, Chargers-Raiders tie almost happens, Colts season ends vs. Jaguars, Vic Fangio out & more Jan 10, 2022

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 the most intriguing playoff matchups, from the 49ers & Cowboys renewing an old rivalry to the Bills facing the Patriots & more. Plus, the Colts season ends in embarrassing fashion at the hands of the Jaguars, Vic Fangio is out in Denver and more breaking headlines following the final whistle of week 18.

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Week 18 NFL preview + picks Jan 07, 2022

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’ offense. Plus, can Nate rebound after going 0-3 in his picks last week? Sheil Kapadia is back to explain his favorite lines heading into the final weekend of the regular season.

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2021 NFL Awards: MVP picks, biggest WTF moments, games of the year & more + Saints team visit with Katherine Terrell Jan 06, 2022

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, Coach of the Year, Exec of the Year and all the rest - then Saints writer for The Athletic, Katherine Terrell, stops by to weigh-in on Robert's Sean Payton trade hypothetical, the fans' desire to make a playoff run and more Saints talk.

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2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Defense Jan 05, 2022

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 analyst, Matt Bowen fills out the roster for linebackers and defensive backs.

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2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Offense Jan 05, 2022

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 down the quarterbacks, running backs, receivers and tight ends. Then, Trench Warfare’s Brandon Thorn weighs in on the offensive line.

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Mailbag: Best football timezone, playing for bad coaches, Elway's ideal QB, trading Derek Carr for Russell Wilson & more Jan 04, 2022

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 sour situations, what a Derek Carr for Russell Wilson trade could do for the Seahawks and the Raiders, finding some help for Ravens and Broncos fans, which timezone is truly the best for football and more with Robert Mays as week 18 arrives.

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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? Jan 03, 2022

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 Chiefs , the Cowboys can't control of Kyler Murray, Antonio Brown literally quits on the Buccaneers, the Eagles stay alive, the Colts drop one to the Raiders, and could Matthew Stafford end up dooming the Rams' playoff run? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss these headlines and more from week 17 on a postgame Athletic Football Show.

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Week 17 NFL preview + picks Dec 31, 2021

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 Bengals, if the Dolphins’ defense is for real, their excitement around the Cowboys and much more. Then, Sheil Kapadia looks to make a final push with his Week 17 picks against the spread.

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AFC & NFC wild card threat index Dec 30, 2021

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 the biggest threat heading into the playoffs? They rank who they believe could be the most dangerous teams from the AFC and NFC.

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John Madden's impact & legacy with Bryan Curtis Dec 29, 2021

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 gaming consoles, hear how Madden's life impacted so many who love the game of football.

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Remembering John Madden + Mina Kimes on the future of the Pete Carroll-Russell Wilson Seattle Seahawks Dec 29, 2021

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 Seattle. How did the Seahawks get to this point? Will they trade Russell Wilson? How will the front office approach this offseason? They dive into all of that and much more.

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Mailbag: Giants keeping Joe Judge & Daniel Jones, trading Sean Payton, Cowboys’ draft success, active player Hall of Famers & more Dec 28, 2021

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 apparently sticking by Joe Judge and Daniel Jones, what the Jaguars would have to trade to acquire a Sean Payton, the Cowboys' recent draft history, rebooting the Bears and Washington Football Team, which coach-QB relationships are intriguing to think about and more with Robert Mays.

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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 Dec 27, 2021

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 concerning game to the Texans, the Patriots stumble, the Chiefs and Colts look unstoppable and much more. Join Robert Nate and Nate Tice for their weekly postgame reaction discussing the highs and lows of Saturday and Sunday, including the Jaguars' confusing end-of-game sequence, the Bears' last-minute victory in Seattle and more.

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NFL week 16 preview & picks Dec 24, 2021

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 really broken and the AFC North showdown between the Bengals and Ravens. Plus, Sheil Kapadia pulls ahead in the picks segment and Nate is riding with Ian Book? Tune in to hear their Week 16 picks against the spread.

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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 Dec 23, 2021

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 historic seasons at their respective positions be enough to sway the committee? Plus, the Vikings are somehow Stayin' Alive, personnel updates across the league, appointment viewing for Thursday before The Athletic's Browns writer Zac Jackson joins the show to dig into the Baker Mayfield conundrum hanging over Cleveland, the offseason plan, Myles Garrett's DPOY campaign and more.

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How the run game fits into modern NFL offenses with Mitchell Schwartz Dec 22, 2021

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 and the physical element it brings to the offense. Plus, Robert shares parts of his conversation with Colts’ head coach Frank Reich on the topic.

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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 Dec 21, 2021

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 right now? What makes a coaching "rerun candidate" like Dennis Allen a good one? What's the deal with "too tall" QBs with guys like Justin Herbert out there? Who are the most star-heavy teams in today's NFL aside from QB? If the Jaguars swung for the fences, which head coach would be the most intriguing for them to hire? These questions and more on deck from YOU on this Athletic Football Show.

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Week 15 Recap: Saints silence Tom Brady, Lions shock the Cardinals & explaining the AFC playoff picture Dec 20, 2021

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 Brady and the Bucs, to the Lions shocking the Cardinals to get their second win under Dan Campbell and more + Robert and Nate attempt to bring some clarity to the AFC playoff race following the Ravens loss and wins by the Bengals and Steelers.

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Colts outlast Patriots, Jonathan Taylor is inevitable, Frank Reich & Carson Wentz in the spotlight with Zak Keefer Dec 19, 2021

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 Reich's communication, Darius Leonard's Peanut Punches, and of course, Jonathan Taylor. How dangerous is this Colts team?

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NFL week 15 preview & picks Dec 17, 2021

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 Rodgers and Matt LaFleur’s success this season, how the Rams have figured things out on offense and the 49ers’ adjustments on defense. Finally, Sheil Kapadia shares his Week 15 picks against the spread.

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More Urban Meyer reactions: Effect on Trevor Lawrence, coaching candidates & what's next for the Jaguars with Sheil Kapadia Dec 16, 2021

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 Jaguars should go in for their next head coach, & whether or not the Jags as they are today can even be trusted to get things right.

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Urban Meyer fired in Jacksonville, league meetings, NFL's response to rising cases & 49ers long term plans with David Lombardi Dec 16, 2021

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 Robert Mays and Lindsay shift their focus to the league meetings are happening in Dallas as teams around the league continue to shift rosters around. Lindsay has updates on what teams and players are doing to keep the season going, the reveal of the 2022 salary cap number, how the Broncos continue to Stay Alive in the playoff hunt & more + The Athletic's David Lombardi, who covers the 49ers, joins in on the conversation to bring some insight as to why the 49ers didn't start Trey Lance in year 1, the plan for Jimmy Garoppolo in 2022, playoff hopes & more as week 15 arrives.

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Kurt Warner on Mac Jones, cerebral QBs & the state of quarterback play in 2021 Dec 15, 2021

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 season, the art of reading the defense’s body language and the offenses that are doing a good job at making things easy on the quarterback. They also talk about footwork, technique and much more.

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Mailbag: Best QB arms, college vs. NFL coaching, current Hall of Fame trajectories, rookie transitioning & more with Nate Tice Dec 14, 2021

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 some Hall of Fame candidates are in today's NFL, making the transition from coaching in college to coaching in the League, what approach the Falcons should take this coming offseason and much more with Robert Mays!

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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 Dec 13, 2021

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 Bengals fans feel after the loss to the 49ers? What about Bears fans and another loss in Green Bay? Is Micah Parsons really the MVP favorite? What is going on with the Panthers, Cam Newton and their QB situation? Nate Tice and Robert Mays have all the postgame reaction on a new Athletic Football Show.

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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 Dec 10, 2021

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 their defense over the course of the season. Then, Sheil Kapadia is back to talk about his Week 14 picks as Nate inches closer to taking the lead.

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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 Dec 09, 2021

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 about the Dolphins’ postseason chances and the Bills’ important matchup with the Buccaneers. Finally, Bo Wulf joins the show to discuss how the Eagles have turned things around this season, Jalen Hurts’ future in Philly, their 2022 NFL Draft picks and much more.

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Examining the parity of the 2021 NFL season with Mike Sando Dec 09, 2021

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 what the numbers tell us, how the quarterbacks are playing a role, the increase in penalties and much more.

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Mailbag: Joe Brady out in Carolina, Lamar Jackson's development, Mitchell Schwartz's Fantasy O-Line & more Dec 07, 2021

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 is Robert Mays' guest to dive into your emails and voicemails + Mitchell reveals his starting Fantasy O-Line!

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Updated playoff picture, Lions finally win, Cardinals' defense flying, Gronk defying logic & more with Nate Tice Dec 06, 2021

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 the Las Vegas Raiders and Baltimore Ravens might be done + Rob Gronkowski keeps defying logic with how he's playing in Tampa Bay, an early Hall of Fame campaign speech for Andrew Whitworth, the Niners fall to a poor Seahawks team, the Vikings hand the Lions their first win under Dan Campbell and more with Robert Mays and Nate Tice.

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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 Dec 03, 2021

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 Heinicke, the Chargers’ offensive game plan and how bad the Jaguars are failing Trevor Lawrence. Finally, Sheil Kapadia hopes for a big Week 13 as Nate gains ground in the picks segment.

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MVP favorites, Washington is Stayin' Alive, rebooting the Steelers & more with Lindsay Jones & Mark Kaboly Dec 02, 2021

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, Aaron Rodgers, Jonathan Taylor, Dak Prescott and more before discussing the Washington Football Team's refusal to exit the playoff conversation, the most intriguing games this weekend and more + Kaboly joins the show for an extended convo on the current state of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Ben Roethlisberger, the draft and all the chaos that Steelers fans are currently experiencing.

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Dane Brugler’s 2022 NFL mock draft 1.0 Dec 01, 2021

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 things get interesting for the Jets, Giants and Eagles. Plus, they also dive into the top quarterbacks and what to watch heading into the conference championship games this weekend.

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Mailbag: How players spend the bye week, what positions are most valuable, is Matt LaFleur underrated & more with Mitchell Schwartz Nov 30, 2021

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 agents as GMs like the NBA does, how players choose to spend their bye week, which positions are the hardest to come by in today's NFL, Micah Parson's role in Dallas and much more with host Robert Mays.

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NFC rankings, Bucs top Colts, Aaron Rodgers out-duels Matthew Stafford, Dolphins surprise, Patriots & more with Nate Tice Nov 29, 2021

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 become the NFC favorite? What about what's happening out in San Francisco with Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers? Nate Tice joins Robert Mays to discuss it all + a surprising win for the Dolphins, BIll Belichick and the surging Patriots, what the hell is up with Ben Roethlisberger and more on a postgame Athletic Football Show.

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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 Nov 26, 2021

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 to the playoffs. They also discuss what is different about this version of the 49ers’ offense and how the Patriots have built their game plan around Mac Jones. Finally, Sheil Kapadia is back to break down his Week 12 picks.

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What we’re thankful for this NFL season Nov 25, 2021

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 wide receivers and much more.

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Previewing the Thanksgiving slate with Sheil Kapadia & Nate Tice Nov 24, 2021

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 into the Cowboys’ offense against the Raiders’ defense. Finally, Sheil explains why he’s not worried about the Bills as they break down Buffalo’s matchup against the Saints.

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Mailbag: Taunting rule, Tom Brady vs. Bill Belichick, Frank Reich's value & Thanksgiving food power rankings with Mitchell Schwartz Nov 23, 2021

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 game, plus Tom Brady's value vs. Bill Belichick's value, Bills concerns, Justin Fields' development, where Frank Reich ranks in the coaching hierarchy & more before Mitchell and Robert rank their favorite Thanksgiving foods, with a few surprises along the way.

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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 Nov 22, 2021

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 more than Colts fans are celebrating? What has happened to the Titans and Seahawks that we used to know? Nate Tice joins for the weekly postgame edition of The Athletic Football Show, discussing these topics and more including Cam Newton, Aaron Rodgers, Steve Spagnulo and more.

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Chiefs-Cowboys preview, the Colts’ run game & the Titans’ defensive success with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 11 picks Nov 19, 2021

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 blitz. Then, Sheil Kapadia dresses as Bill Belichick and Nate wears a pirate costume for their Week 11 picks.

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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 Nov 18, 2021

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 showdown between the Cowboys and Chiefs, and the big questions surrounding the AFC playoff picture. Plus, The Athletic’s Greg Auman joins the show to discuss the Buccaneers' two-game skid, the injury issues and Tom Brady's MVP caliber season.

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Decoding two-high defenses with Cody Alexander Nov 17, 2021

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 implementing it the most, how it’s impacted the run game across the league and much more.

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Mailbag: The Baker Mayfield dilemma, QBs in bad situations, when to move on from a coach & more with Mitchell Schwartz Nov 16, 2021

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 situations with Baker Mayfield and Carson Wentz? When will Seahawks fans know it's time to move on from Pete Carroll? Which players did Mitchell play against with the Chiefs that he dreaded facing? This and much more on a Tuesday Athletic Football Show.

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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 Nov 15, 2021

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 to Sunday's biggest stories, from Mac Jones' ascension in New England & the Browns' issues, Cam Newton being BACK in Carolina, the argument for Dak Prescott the MVP, the Minnesota Vikings being contenders, curious losses for the Buccaneers and Seahawks and more!

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Odell Beckham Jr. signs with Rams & Cam Newton returns to Carolina with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 10 picks Nov 12, 2021

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 Cam Newton. Then they dive into the film and discuss whether or not the Broncos have shown the blueprint to slowing down the Cowboys. Finally, Sheil Kapadia’s lead in the picks segment dwindles as Nate looks to make a comeback.

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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 Nov 11, 2021

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, Russell Wilson’s return and the Titans’ dominant defense. Then, The Athletic’s Packers writer Matt Schneidman joins the show to talk about Aaron Rodgers’ status for Week 10 and Green Bay’s COVID-19 violations. They also discuss Jordan Love’s debut, David Bakhtiari’s activation and the surprising stars on defense.

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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 Nov 10, 2021

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 player evaluations, the waiver wire and retooling for the future. Then, Mitchell Schwartz and Robert talk about how the Aaron Rodgers and Odell Beckham Jr. situations impact the locker room. Finally, they discuss Wyatt Teller’s deal with the Browns and how players approach extensions and free agency.

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Mailbag: Defining MVP, DeSean Jackson the Raider, a crazy hypothetical, misleading wins, Vikings & more with Nate Tice Nov 09, 2021

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 standing with the Vikings, DeSean Jackson signing with the Las Vegas Raiders, some misleading wins that had us fooled earlier this year, Bengals talk, what "MVP" really means, Justin Fields' development and more!

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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 Nov 08, 2021

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 Broncos keeping Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys offense at bay, just to name a few. Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to these storylines + the Ravens running game, Jordan Love's debut & loss to the Chiefs, Matt Ryan's Surprisingly Great Performance & tons more NFL week 9 discussion.Athletic discount @ theathletic.com/footballshow

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Dissecting the defenses of NFC contenders with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 9 picks Nov 05, 2021

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 Chiefs’ offense. They also dive into the Rams’ defense with Von Miller as well as Cooper Kupp and Robert Wood’s influence on the other side of the ball. Finally, Sheil Kapadia and Nate test out Dan Campbell’s coffee order and talk about their Week 9 picks.

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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 Nov 04, 2021

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 any protocol violations. Then they dive into the Odell Beckham Jr. situation in Cleveland following his father’s comments. Finally, Mitchell Schwartz is back for an important conversation on mental health in the NFL. He also discusses coaches calling plays from the booth or the field, the misconception of trap games and if teams can feel a bad week of practice.

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NFL midseason awards & superlatives with Bill Barnwell Nov 03, 2021

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 Barnwell joins Robert Mays to give out midseason awards and superlatives.

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Von Miller traded to the Rams, Derrick Henry injured & Mailbag talking Eagles, Cowboys, NFL rule changes & more with Benjamin Solak Nov 02, 2021

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 Henry injury news before diving into your mailbag questions concerning the Eagles, the Cowboys and Kellen Moore, choosing between the Browns and the Bengals, a fun spin on an NFL rule change and much more.

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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 Nov 01, 2021

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 Bengals, the Saints topping the Bucs, the curious conundrum of Baker Mayfield and the Browns' offense, Amari Cooper pulling the Cowboys past the Vikings and more week 8 reaction.

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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 Oct 29, 2021

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 important AFC matchups between the Chargers and Patriots, as well as the Browns and Steelers. Finally, after another perfect week, Sheil Kapadia looks to extend his lead on Nate with his Week 8 picks.

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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 Oct 28, 2021

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 discuss what’s at stake for Joe Brady and Sam Darnold in Week 8 before previewing the Thursday Night Football showdown between the Packers and Cardinals. Finally, Mitchell Schwartz stops by to talk about his concern for the Chiefs, what makes a good head coach in 2021 and much more.

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Scheme trends shaping the 2021 season with PFF's Seth Galina and Diante Lee Oct 27, 2021

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 what they numbers tell us, what has been the biggest surprise and much more.

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Mailbag: Ravens, Broncos & Jets fans are worried, who is Kyle Shanahan, Patrick Mahomes, football memories & more with Lindsay Jones Oct 26, 2021

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 team, memories of football with family, a look at Kyle Shanahan's tenure with the 49ers and much more via your voicemail and email.

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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 Oct 25, 2021

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 being for real, the Titans emerging in a muddy AFC, chaos with the Carolina Panthers after benching Sam Darnold, growing pains for Zach Wilson with the Jets and Justin Fields with the Bears and more as we look to week 8.

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Derrick Henry goes beast mode, Packers potent offense & Bucs dominant D + Sheil Kapadia’s Week 7 picks Oct 22, 2021

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 Aaron Rodgers. The Bucs defense continues to dominate against the run. Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase has lived up to the hype in Cincinnati. Mac Jones is playing like a veteran in New England's offense. Plus, Sheil Kapadia joins the show for his weekly picks segment. This week he likes the Patriots, Seahawks & Colts. Nate(dog) has his eye on the Bears, Ravens & Chiefs. Week 7 is here!

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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 Oct 21, 2021

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 can the Browns overcome their long list of injuries? Finally, The Athletic’s Matthew Fairburn joins the show to talk about what he’s learned covering the Patriots this season, Mac Jones’ development and whether or not New England can contend this year.

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Doug Pederson on how NFL teams evolve in season + the 4th down revolution with Mitchell Schwartz Oct 20, 2021

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 assessed and adjusted and what he learned most as a coach during Philadelphia’s Super Bowl run. Then, Mitchell Schwartz is back to discuss the 4th down revolution across the league, whether or not players feed into the “revenge game” narrative and how injuries impact the rhythm of the offensive line.

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Mailbag: A new team for Lions fans, Eagles needs, rookie QB expectations & more with Mike Sando Oct 19, 2021

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 week 7 and react to week 6. Lions fans are seeking out a new team to root for, and we might have the perfect answer. Who would you rather manage going forward - the Miami Dolphins or New York Giants? What should we realistically expect from rookie QBs in 2021? These questions and more voicemails and emails from YOU on a new Athletic Football Show with Robert Mays.

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Cowboys top Patriots in OT, Cardinals stay unbeaten, Aaron Rodgers "owns" the Bears & more with Nate Tice Oct 18, 2021

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 winning 5 straight, to Arizona and Kyler Murray remaining unbeaten, the Ravens defense showing up, the Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence get their first win, trouble for Daniel Jones and the Giants and tons more on a NEW Athletic Football Show.

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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 Oct 15, 2021

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 between the Cardinals’ defense and Browns’ offense as well as the Bears’ defense and Packers’ offense. Finally, after a perfect Week 5, Sheil Kapadia is back with his picks against the spread.

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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 Oct 14, 2021

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. They also dive into Baker Mayfield vs. Kyler Murray, what’s at stake for the Dolphins and their questions for the Seahawks’ offense without Russell Wilson. Plus, is it time fo the Chiefs to hit the panic button? The Athletic’s Nate Taylor joins the show to talk about Kansas City’s 2-3 start, the defensive struggles and much more.

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Mailbag: Coaches helping QBs, trading for coordinators, confused about the Patriots & more with Ted Nguyen Oct 13, 2021

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 HELPING their QBs the most? How should Bengals fans feel after the OT loss to the Packers? If you could trade for coordinators, what would your first move be? And more! Send your questions or CALL each week at 872-222-7073 / athleticfootballshow at gmail dot com.

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Addressing the Jon Gruden situation with Tashan Reed & Vic Tafur Oct 12, 2021

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 Mark Davis has handled the situation. They also examine how this impacts the locker room, who will lead the team in the interim and where the organization goes from here.

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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 Oct 11, 2021

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 Nate Tice on a NEW Athletic Football Show postgame edition.

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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 Oct 08, 2021

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 on SNF. They also talk about Daniel Jones’ development, how the Browns will defend Justin Herbert, why they aren’t sold on the Bengals just yet and the 49ers offense with Trey Lance under center. Then, Sheil Kapadia makes good on his bets with a Terrible Towel and looks to redeem himself with his Week 5 picks.

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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. Oct 07, 2021

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 Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr. joins the show to talk about the Bengals’ surprisingly good defense, Joe Burrow’s progression and their Week 5 matchup with the Packers.

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Rookie QB check-in with John Beck + discussing the Urban Meyer situation with Mitchell Schwartz Oct 06, 2021

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 well as his work with Zach Wilson, Justin Fields and Trey Lance. Later in the show, Mitchell Schwartz talks about the Urban Meyer situation, how a QB can help his offensive line pre-snap and much more.

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Mailbag: Bills & Steelers concerns, the value of QBs, how to watch film, Baker Mayfield & more with Steven Ruiz Oct 05, 2021

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 Roethlisberger. Browns fans are in limbo about Baker Mayfield. And how does Robert watch the NFL when looking to evaluate? These questions and more on a new Athletic Football Show.

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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 Oct 04, 2021

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. Patriots?

How dangerous are the Dallas Cowboys and Trevon Diggs right now?

What about what Kyler Murray in Arizona and what's going on with rookie QBs Trey Lance, Justin Fields, Zach Wilson, and Trevor Lawrence?

And Who's Got the Belt for week 4?

All that and more on a postgame reaction edition of The Athletic Football Show.

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Previewing a loaded Week 4 slate with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s picks against the spread Oct 01, 2021

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-Rams. They also dive into Brandon Staley vs. Jon Gruden and a big test for the the Broncos’ defense against the Ravens. Finally, Sheil Kapadia looks to rebound in his pick competition with Nate.

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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 Sep 30, 2021

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 start and what’s at stake for Ben Roethlisberger in Week 4. Finally, The Athletic’s Giants writer Dan Duggan joins the show to talk about New York’s 0-3 start, the state of the franchise, Joe Judge and much more.

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Examining how NFL defenses are using pressure packages in 2021 with Chris Vasseur Sep 29, 2021

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, what are teams doing to keep themselves protected while being aggressive? How do they decide to fit pressure into their philosophy as a defense? They dive into those questions and much more.

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Mailbag: Justin Tucker's value, Matt Nagy replacements, protecting Mac Jones & more with Charles McDonald Sep 28, 2021

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 offense completely toast? What would the Falcons look like with Joe Burrow? What is Justin Tucker's trade value? All this and more of your emails and voicemails with Robert Mays.

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Packers-49ers' insane ending, Justin Fields' dud debut, the Raiders & Bills keep winning, Steelers struggles & more with Nate Tice Sep 27, 2021

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 Chargers, the Raiders and Bills keep on winning, Justin Fields debut is a disaster, the Steelers might be cooked, Justin Tucker makes history and more. Hear all the instant reaction from Robert Mays and Nate Tice on a NEW postgame Athletic Football Show.

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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 Sep 24, 2021

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 also talk about their questions for the Falcons and Vikings offenses before discussing the Chargers’ early-down issues. Finally, Sheil Kapadia is back to talk about his Week 3 picks with Nate.

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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 Sep 23, 2021

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’ first start and their questions for the 49ers. Finally, The Athletic’s Broncos writer Nick Kosmider joins the show to talk about Teddy Bridgewater, Denver’s offense and the key injuries to monitor.

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Inside Monday Night Football with Louis Riddick + breaking down the WFT’s defensive line and Steelers’ offense with Mitchell Schwartz Sep 22, 2021

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 year from Derek Carr and the Raiders. Then, Mitchell Schwartz and Robert talk about their takeaways from Chiefs-Ravens before breaking down their early observations of Washington’s defensive line and the Steelers’ offense.

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Mailbag: Mac Jones' trajectory, Bears concerns, Colts questions, Bills burdens & more with Stephen Holder Sep 21, 2021

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 Fields, the Buffalo Bills' start and much more as we close the book on week 2.

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Lamar Jackson flips past the Chiefs, the Cowboys edge the Chargers, Kyler Murray carries the Cardinals & more with Nate Tice Sep 20, 2021

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 Angeles Chargers, Sam Darnold continues to impress in Carolina, Zach Wilson and Trevor Lawrence do the opposite after a few weeks and Who Gets the Belt for week 2? All that and much more postgame reaction on The Athletic Football Show.

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5 things to watch in Week 2 + picks against the spread with Nate Tice and Sheil Kapadia Sep 17, 2021

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 Prescott vs. Brandon Staley’s defense and more. Plus, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins the show to (hopefully) redeem himself with his Week 2 picks against the spread.

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Who has the most at stake this week with Lindsay Jones + a Seattle Seahawks team visit with Michael-Shawn Dugar Sep 16, 2021

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 regarding the USC job. Plus, who has the most at stake this week? They talk about what they are watching in Week 2 and the big questions they are looking to have answered. Then, Seahawks writer Michael-Shawn Dugar stops by to discuss how Seattle has revamped the offense and the biggest takeaways from their win over the Colts.

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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 Sep 15, 2021

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 respond. Plus, All-Pro OT Mitchell Schwartz is back to discuss the QB situation in Chicago, the Chiefs’ performance against the Browns, the Ravens’ issues at tackle and much more.

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Mailbag: Vikings fans want change, Eagles illusions, Carson Wentz & the Colts, new jersey numbers & more with Mike Sando Sep 14, 2021

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 curious about Carson Wentz, the Eagles might be seeing an illusion, jersey number controversy, the Broncos offense looking unexpectedly sharp and more.

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The Chiefs outlast the Browns, Justin Herbert shows out, the Saints shock the Packers & more with Nate Tice Sep 13, 2021

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, Justin Herbert balls out on 3rd down and much more. Join Robert Mays and Nate Tice for their weekly postgame reaction as week 1 approaches its end.

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Week 1 picks, predicting end-of-year awards, Super Bowl & more mini-contests with Nate Tice & Sheil Kapadia Sep 10, 2021

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 ages. Who will come out on top in the picks game at the end of the season? Place your bets now! Plus the guys predict MVP, Super Bowl winners, Coach of the Year and more as week 1 finally arrives.

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AFC West preview with Mitchell Schwartz - Chiefs, Chargers, Broncos & Raiders Sep 09, 2021

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 two look like for Justin Herbert? Can Teddy Bridgewater be the spark for the Broncos’ offense? What can we expect from the Raiders revamped defense? They discuss all of that and more in the final division preview.

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AFC South preview with Lindsay Jones - Titans, Colts, Jaguars & Texans Sep 08, 2021

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? What are the Colts betting on Carson Wentz's success? Can the Titans pull it together in 2021 and make a Super Bowl run? And what the heck is going on with the Houston Texans??

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NFC East preview with Sheil Kapadia - Cowboys, WFT, Giants & Eagles Sep 07, 2021

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 Fitzpatrick revitalize Washington’s offense? Is this a make it or break it season for Daniel Jones? What should we make of the Eagles this year? They examine all of that and more.

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AFC North preview with Nate Tice - Browns, Ravens, Steelers & Bengals Sep 06, 2021

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 game? Did the Steelers do enough to revamp the offense? What can we expect from Joe Burrow and the Bengals? They dive into all of that and more.

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NFC West preview with Mike Sando - Rams, 49ers, Seahawks & Cardinals Sep 03, 2021

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 Francisco? Can the Seahawks correct the offense? Will the Cardinals finally find a rhythm? They discuss all of that and much more in their annual preview.

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NFC South preview with Mina Kimes - Buccaneers, Saints, Panthers & Falcons Sep 02, 2021

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 Darnold trade? And which players in Atlanta have us intrigued? All that and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show.

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AFC East preview with Bill Barnwell - Patriots, Bills, Dolphins & Jets Sep 01, 2021

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 Tagovailoa believers? And what about the Jets? The annual division previews continue on a new TAFS.

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NFC North preview with Nate Tice - Bears, Packers, Vikings & Lions Aug 31, 2021

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 put those teams into the postseason? What are we most excited to watch in Chicago, Green Bay, Minnesota and Detroit?

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How to watch college football as an NFL fan with Andy Staples & Giants and Vikings camp visits Aug 27, 2021

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 reporter Dan Duggan joins the show to talk about Daniel Jones and the additions to the defense. Finally, could this year really be different for the Vikings? Chad Graff stops by to talk about it.

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Defenses we're most excited to watch in 2021 with Nate Tice & Bears camp visit with Adam Jahns Aug 25, 2021

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 - from Vic Fangio's horses, to the Packers and more. Then Robert sits down with Adam Jahns at Bears camp to discuss his hometown Chicago Bears, Justin Fields, Matt Nagy and more.

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NFL news roundup with Lindsay Jones, fantasy draft value hunting with Jake Ciely & Packers camp visit with Matt Schneidman Aug 24, 2021

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 Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast to hunt for some value picks at QB, RB, WR and more. Then Robert catches up with Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic's Head of the Pack podcast to get the latest on the chaos with Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay.

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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 Aug 20, 2021

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 offensive line, the questions on defense and much more. Finally, Bengals OC Brian Callahan talks about Joe Burrow’s progress this camp and how the team is looking to grow the offense around him this season.

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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 Aug 18, 2021

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 on the team and much more. Plus, The Athletic’s Lions reporter Chris Burke joins the show to talk about Dan Campbell’s coaching staff, Penei Sewell and expectations for Detroit this year. Finally, Robert chats with Rams secondary coach/passing game coordinator Ejiro Evero about the wave of defensive evolution in the NFL and how offenses are responding.

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Teams on the cusp & how they can win a title with Lindsay Jones & Cowboys camp check-in with Jon Machota Aug 17, 2021

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 made, or need to be made, with those teams headed into 2021. Then Robert catches up with The Athletic's Cowboys beat writer Jon Machota to talk all things Dak Prescott, Jerry Jones, CeeDee Lamb and America's Team.

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Veteran QBs in new places / rapid fire rookies with Nate Tice & Rams camp visit with Jourdan Rodrigue Aug 13, 2021

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 last season? Nate Tice joins Robert Mays to discuss how the old guys could stand out among the young guns + some rapid fire rookie QB talk, then Robert sits down with The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue at Rams camp to get the lowdown on Sean McVay and the new-look Los Angeles Rams.

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Teams stuck in the middle with Bill Barnwell & a Chargers team visit with Daniel Popper Aug 11, 2021

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 see their path to the top. Plus, The Athletic’s Chargers reporter Daniel Popper joins the show to talk Brandon Staley’s first year on the job, expectations for the team in Justin Herbert’s second season and much more.

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Big contract news, defining success for first-year head coaches with Lindsay Jones & processing the Panthers with Joe Person Aug 10, 2021

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 Smith, Brandon Staley, Nick Sirianni, and Robert Saleh? Lindsay Jones and Robert Mays discuss, plus Robert welcomes Joe Person, Panthers beat writer from The Athletic to dive into Sam Darnold and what we could see out of Carolina in 2021.

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Coaches at a crossroads, a Falcons team visit and talking Trevor Lawrence with Jaguars OC Darrell Bevell Aug 06, 2021

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 Falcons reporter Tori McElhaney joins the show to talk about the team’s transitional year, the major questions on defense and first-round pick Kyle Pitts. Finally, Jaguars’ OC Darrell Bevell sits down with Robert to discuss the plan for Trevor Lawrence, what he’s seen so far in training camp and more.

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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 Aug 04, 2021

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 reveal their lists live on the show and dive into some of Robert's observations from Jets camp. Then The Athletic's Greg Auman stops through with Robert to dig into the Super Bowl champs' attempt at a back-to-back, Byron Leftwich brings us some insight on the offensive playcalling and Robert ends the show with a convo with Bucs head coach Bruce Arians.

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Players with most at stake in 2021, Carson Wentz’s injury and Dolphins & Bills team visits Aug 03, 2021

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 Dolphins camp, Carson Wentz’s foot injury and what the Colts will do at QB. Finally, The Athletic’s Bills reporter Matthew Fairburn joins the show to talk about Josh Allen, Buffalo’s questions at CB and much more.

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Xavien Howard’s trade request, Colts & Browns team visits and a look inside camp with Cleveland TE coach Drew Petzing Jul 30, 2021

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 tour has officially begun with stops in Indianapolis and Cleveland. The Athletic’s Colts writer Zak Keefer joins the show to talk about Carson Wentz and the question marks on defense. Also, Browns writer Zac Jackson stops by to discuss Baker Mayfield’s growth and the return of OBJ. Finally, Robert catches up with Browns’ TE coach Drew Petzing for a look inside camp.

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QB Tiers with Mike Sando - ranking the 2021 starting quarterbacks Jul 28, 2021

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 no shot? Where do Aaron Rodgers, Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson and more fall in 2021?

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Aaron Rodgers news, Deshaun Watson update, QB battles for the Saints & Broncos, Rams offense & more camp kickoff Jul 27, 2021

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 New Orleans and Denver, plus Robert and Lindsay dive into their individual under-the-radar players they're watching, biggest storylines around the NFL and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show.

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Canton Court: Making a case for the Hall of Fame Jul 21, 2021

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 stats, stories and much more.

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2021 Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet with Josh Norris and Evan Silva Jul 14, 2021

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 draft a QB? What value receivers will be available late? Get a head start in your league now and remember to stay locked-in to The Athletic all season for the best fantasy advice.

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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons GM Terry Fontenot Jul 09, 2021

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 term “rebuild” wasn’t in their vocabulary. They also talk about the decision to draft Kyle Pitts, the Julio Jones trade and the lessons he’s learned from his time in New Orleans.

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2021 versions of 2020 stars - who are this year’s Josh Allen, Brandon Staley, Justin Jefferson, Cleveland Browns & more? Jul 07, 2021

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 the lens of some potential replacements for 2020 storylines.

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Offseason Interview Series: Colts GM Chris Ballard Jul 02, 2021

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 a general manager and much more.

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1st Annual Hall of Very Good Induction - which non-HOF players are worth remembering? Jun 30, 2021

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 and Nate Tice each bring their inaugural inductions into the Hall of Very Good. Which players deserve a spot? Let us know on social media!

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SPOILER LIST REVEAL

HALL OF VERY GOOD Class of 2021

Nate - Kevin Williams DT Vikings

Robert - Charles Tillman S Bears

Nate - Matt Birk C Ravens

Robert - Brian Waters OG Chiefs

Nate - Mike Alstott RB Bucs

Robert - Nick Collins S Packers

Nate - Corey Dillon RB Bengals/Pats

Robert - Tony Romo QB Cowboys

Nate - Patrick Surtain CB Dolphins/Bears

Robert - Lance Briggs LB Bears

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Offseason Interview Series: Chargers head coach Brandon Staley Jun 25, 2021

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 conceptualization vs. memorization and the biggest influences on his defensive scheme. They also talk about how Staley is imprinting his values on the offense, his relationship with Justin Herbert and much more.

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A historic NFL moment & playing Roster Doctor with Lindsay Jones & Nate Tice Jun 23, 2021

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 to the table as Robert Mays leads the crew through their 2021 Roster Doctor segment assessing the best and worst rosters in the NFL.

SPOILERS BELOW FOR THE FULL LIST

Best Rosters

Bucs, Packers, Chiefs, Browns, Bills, Packers

Worst Rosters

Texans, Lions, Jags, Panthers, Eagles

Best Offensive Depth Charts

Chiefs, Bucs, Browns, Cowboys

Sneaky Good Offenses

Rams, Vikings, Patriots, Washington

Offenses that Worry Us

Panthers, Bears, Steelers

Best Defensive Depth Charts

Ravens, Bucs, Broncos, Steelers

Sneaky Good Defenses

Washington, Packers, Giants

Defenses that Worry Us

Titans, Cowboys, Raiders

Best Position Groups

Washington’s Front 4, Bucs WRs, Browns RBs, Titans WRs, Patriots TEs, Browns O-Line, Steelers Defensive Front, Cowboys WRs

Most Improved Position Groups

Browns Secondary, Chargers O-Line

“What the Hell?” Position Groups

Broncos QBs, Steelers O-Line, Panthers O-Line, Giants O-Line

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Where NFL defenses are going with Nate Tice & PFF's Diante Lee Jun 18, 2021

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? From defensive line to defensive backs, the guys discuss it all on a new Athletic Football Show.

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Offseason Interview Series: Jets head coach Robert Saleh Jun 16, 2021

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 process of assembling a coaching staff and what stood out about Zach Wilson before the draft. Plus, hear what Saleh has to say about the importance of player feedback and how that can translate to success on the field.

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Offseason Interview Series: Browns GM Andrew Berry + Analyzing the Aaron Rodgers Drama with Matt Schneidman Jun 11, 2021

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 Athletic's Packers beat reporter Matt Schneidman to update us on the Aaron Rodgers situation and where things could be headed with his future as a Green Bay Packer.

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Julio Jones trade & ranking the top NFL coaches with Lindsay Jones & Nate Tice Jun 08, 2021

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 series as they bring their 2021 coaching superlatives to the table, plus everyone reacts accordingly to the Julio Jones trade from the Atlanta Falcons to the Tennessee Titans.

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5 lessons from studying the NFL’s best offenses Jun 04, 2021

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 the NFL’s best offenses. Hear what they have to say about an explosive run game, the ability to create at the quarterback position and more.

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Offseason Interview Series: Defensive coaching legend Wade Phillips Jun 03, 2021

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 the 80s and trying to adjust to today's offenses? How would he compare Aaron Donald to some of the legendary players he has coached like Reggie White? And did he ever hang out with Willie Nelson back in the day? These topics and much more as the Offseason Interview Series continues on The Athletic Football Show.

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Most Valuable Non-QB Draft with Nate Tice & Lindsay Jones May 28, 2021

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 could be completely left out? And could we even see a rookie make an appearance?

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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons QB Matt Ryan May 25, 2021

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 he consulted before the Falcons selected Kyle Pitts at pick 4? How does he feel about the Super Bowl loss now? These topics and more exclusively on a new Athletic Football Show.

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 3 of 3 May 23, 2021

Part Three 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 company's expansion into the U.K., how the team got through the shutdown of sports and challenges that lay ahead. Writers, Marcus Thompson, Anthony Slater, Zach Harper and David Aldridge give their thoughts as well.

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 2 of 3 May 23, 2021

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 company's first steps into the marketplace. The challenges they met selling this idea to investors, and journalists they were trying to recruit, specifically with the expansion into the Bay Area. Writers, Marcus Thompson and Anthony Slater give their thoughts on that process as well.

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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business Story | Part 1 of 3 May 23, 2021

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 they met, how an idea for better sports coverage materialized into a significant media player in the sports landscape and the spirit at the heart of The Athletic’s culture.

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Offseason Interview Series: Lions GM Brad Holmes May 21, 2021

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 Detroit’s roster before diving into the Matthew Stafford trade. Holmes also breaks down the decision to draft Penei Sewell, how the league has changed since he first became a scout and much more.

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Most Valuable QB Draft with Nate Tice & Lindsay Jones May 19, 2021

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 will be the top 5? Bottom 5? Any QBs that were left out? Let us know on social media!

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Chargers’ hype, Sam Darnold’s fit in Carolina, the Colts’ roster approach and more: Answering all of your NFL questions May 12, 2021

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 discuss long-shot MVP candidates, their biggest hits and misses on draft prospects and much more.

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NFL Draft review - who owned the weekend, most exciting picks, under-the-radar hauls, Aaron Rodgers & more May 03, 2021

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 were the favorite under-the-radar pickups that you might be hearing about later? TAFS discuss it all.

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Draft Night Special: Trey Lance to the 49ers, Justin Fields to the Bears & more shocking moves from round 1 Apr 30, 2021

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 Robert that the Bears drafted QB Justin Fields?

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NFL Draft final big questions with Lindsay Jones Apr 28, 2021

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 their final podcast before the 2021 NFL Draft. Make sure you tune in to their round 1 coverage Thursday night at 9:30PM EST.

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Lessons learned during the 2021 NFL Draft process with Dane Brugler & Lance Zierlein Apr 27, 2021

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 no combine to lack of game tape, weird measurables, intangibles and more.

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Top 10 mock draft with The Athletic NFL Staff Apr 23, 2021

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 will land Kyle Pitts? Tune in to hear Lindsay Jones, Connor Hughes, Matt Barrows, Tori McElhaney, Paul Dehner Jr., Josh Tolentino, Chris Burke, Joe Person, Nick Kosmider and Jon Machota break it all down.

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Jay Gruden on the coach's role in the draft process & how to develop prospects with Nate Tice Apr 21, 2021

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, what happened with Dwayne Haskins & more as he sheds some light on how head coaches influence NFL draft decisions. Then Nate Tice and Robert discuss the process of developing players once they're drafted in their final pod together before the draft.

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Draft prospect scheme fits with Matt Bowen & cornerback class deep dive with Mike Renner Apr 20, 2021

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 into certain schemes? Former NFL player & current ESPN-er Matt Bowen joins Robert Mays to bring you some special fits that could make huge sense on draft day. Then PFF's Mike Renner stops in to dig into the cornerback class & compare it to years past, current players & more.

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Lessons from past NFL Draft mistakes with Nate Tice + evaluating the edge rushers with Benjamin Solak Apr 16, 2021

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 Benjamin Solak joins the show to discuss the complicated edge rusher class and the misguided narratives around Justin Fields.

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NFL Draft o-line break down with Brandon Thorn Apr 14, 2021

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 Darrisaw to second tier players, arm length concerns, potential positional shifts, and much more.

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Julian Edelman retires, teams “one draft away” with Lindsay Jones & the Rams’ unique draft strategy with Jourdan Rodrigue Apr 13, 2021

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 from contention? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones each bring teams to the table, including the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins and more. Plus they discuss Julian Edelman's Hall of Fame status as he retires during the recording session. Then, Robert welcomes Jourdan Rodrigue, Rams writer for The Athletic to share some insight on the unique approach the Rams are taking when it comes to the draft and player evaluation.

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Examining the best and worst drafting teams with Bill Barnwell Apr 09, 2021

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, some of which may surprise you. Plus, they debate who is the most valuable draft pick over that time period.

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Top 10 WR prospects of 2021 Apr 07, 2021

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 Chase is the best wide receiver on the board. Plus, they examine the film for Jaylen Waddle, Rashod Bateman and more.

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Sam Darnold trade reaction & NFL Draft player comparisons with Lindsay Jones & Danny Kelly Apr 06, 2021

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 Jets plan now? Plus, Robert is joined by old friend Danny Kelly of The Ringer to dive into NFL draft player comparisons & which players he's looking at the most.

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Remaining QB questions with Lindsay Jones + how schematic trends may shape the NFL Draft with Seth Galina Apr 02, 2021

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 Jones discuss the top QB questions that remain ahead of the NFL Draft. Plus, PFF’s Seth Galina joins the show to break down key schematic trends that could shape the way teams approach the draft.

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Top 5 QBs of the 2021 NFL Draft deep dive Mar 31, 2021

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 weaknesses, pro comparisons, potential landing spots, and much more.

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Daniel Jeremiah talks Mac Jones rumors, his favorite prospects, going from scout to broadcaster & more Mar 29, 2021

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, discusses his journey from scout to broadcaster, the insane depth of the 2021 draft class and much exclusively on The Athletic Football Show.

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Breaking: 49ers trade up to pick 3, then the Dolphins secure pick 6 from the Eagles Mar 26, 2021

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 flipping picks with the Eagles. What kind of ripple effect will the moves have on the league and the teams involved?

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Beginner’s guide to the 2021 NFL Draft with Dane Brugler Mar 26, 2021

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 strongest and weakest position groups? Who is the biggest riser since last year? Who is the most polarizing prospect? What is the best team/player fit? The discuss all that and much more.

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NFL Free Agency: the remaining questions & the latest on Deshaun Watson Mar 24, 2021

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 long it could take for these cases to be resolved, one way or another.

Then, they break down the remaining questions they still have after the first big wave of free agency has crested, including why the Bengals haven’t done much to help protect Joe Burrow, how can the Ravens improve their passing game, where are the Colts going to find an LT and an edge rusher at this point, which team outside the draft’s top five will make a splashy trade to move up and get a QB, if anything about George Paton’s tenure in Denver has been surprising so far, why the Eagles want Joe Flacco to back up Jalen Hurts, if the return of Dak Prescott makes the Cowboys an NFC East contender again, and what Tua’s second year in Miami will look like.

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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 Mar 23, 2021

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 Kingsbury with the Arizona Cardinals? Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into 5 specific lessons they learned from 5 separate teams during free agency on a new Athletic Football Show.

:00 -11:11 Confused by Juju

11:11 - 13:48 Chiefs

13:48 - 17:21 Raiders risks?

17:21 - 31:00 Giants out of excuses

31:00 - 40:44 Broncos might be back

40:44 - 49:50 Colts aren’t spending

49:50 - 55:56 Packers are locked in

55:46 - 1:01:26 Kingsbury’s time is out

1:01:26 - Chargers gonna protect Herbert

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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 Mar 19, 2021

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 for Mitchell Trubisky. Plus, they weigh in on Kenyan Drake’s contract with the Raiders, the Bears’ decision to move on from Kyle Fuller and Phillip Lindsay’s departure from Denver.

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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 Mar 18, 2021

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 Williams, the Jaguars start spending, and more. Plus, what do the 49ers, Raiders, and Washington Football Team's strategies so far tell us about where the teams are headed?

1 - 8:05 - Hasson Reddick / CAR

8:05 - 11:45 - Trent Williams

11:45 - 18:02 - State of the 49ers

18:02 - 24:09 - Rivera / Washington

24:09 - 34:39 - Jags

3439.22 - 36:32 - Kyle Long

36:32 - 44:17 - Cardinals

44:17 - 51:56 - Raiders

51:56 - 58:34 - Names still out there

58:34 - Sheil’s favorite moves so far

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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 Mar 17, 2021

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 signing a massive contract, and of course, Andy Dalton signing with the Chicago Bears. Hear instant reaction from Robert Mays and Nate Tice s they break down the biggest NFL storylines of the day on The Athletic Football Show.

1 - 6:33 AndyDalton

6:33 - 19:06 Patriots moves

19:06 - 24:47 - Jets moves

24:47 - 34:03 Trey Hendrickson / Bengals

34:03 - 41:24 Bud Dupree / Titans

41:24 - 45:56 Leonard Floyd / Rams

45:26 - 47:56 Leonard Williams / NYG

47:56 - 52:35 Dalvin Tomlinson / MIN

52:35 - 58:57 - FitzMagic / WFT

58:57 - 1:03:15 Jameis Winston / Saints

1:03:15 - 1:07:17 Matt Ryan / Falcons

1:07:17 - 11:5:10 Rodney Hudson / LV

1:15:10 - Favorite / Least-favorite Signings

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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 Mar 16, 2021

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 Barrett, the Patriots making numerous moves and tons more. Then former NFL offensive lineman and current host of 'Geoff Schwartz is Smarter Than You', Geoff Schwartz chats with Robert about his experience from the player's side during free agency.

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Under-the-radar free agents with Nate Tice + crafting the perfect Jaguars’ offseason with Richard Johnson Mar 12, 2021

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-the-radar free agents, including Corey Davis, Matt Feiler, Trey Hendrickson and more.

Plus, Richard Johnson sits down with Robert to create the perfect Jaguars’ offseason. They discuss the team’s blank slate, where they should be spending the most money in free agency and the future landscape of the AFC South.

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NFL free agency reverse engineering with Jason Fitzgerald & franchise tag deadline day breakdown with Lindsay Jones Mar 10, 2021

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 Golladay, Carl Lawson, and Joe Thuney, the Bucs deciding to tag Chris Godwin over Shaq Barrett, potential Kenny Golladay landing spots, and more.

Plus, Over The Cap’s Jason Fitzgerald stops by to break down optimal free agency planning, including addressing the defense first, targeting multiple $3-4 million contract players, rather than putting all your eggs in one basket, how the Buffalo Bills have successfully defied certain expectations about spending a lot of free agency money, and much more.

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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 Mar 09, 2021

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 podcast joins Robert Mays to break down the details of the Dak Prescott contract, Russell Wilson rumors, and look around the league at how QB movement has changed in recent years. Then Robert welcomes former player agent and current CBS Sports analyst Joel Corry for some insight on the player and agent side of free agency negotiations.

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Louis Riddick on how NFL front offices approach free agency + Russell Wilson trade rumors & rule changes with Nate Tice Mar 05, 2021

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 pro personnel director, the influence coaches have on the process and the importance of relationships in the locker room.

Later in the show, Nate Tice talks about his time as a scouting assistant before diving into the Russell Wilson trade rumors. Finally, they examine the Bills and Ravens’ proposed rule changes.

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NFL free agency finances, and the NFLPA’s George Atallah joins to talk salary cap, CBA, vaccines, and much more Mar 03, 2021

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 will impact players and teams heading into the 2021 season.

Then, Lindsay is joined by Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFLPA, George Atallah, to discuss how the 2021 TV deals will affect next season’s salary cap, and its potential impact on free agency, the biggest takeaways and lessons learned from the 2020 pandemic season, players’ top priorities in the next CBA, what role vaccines could play in the 2021 season, if players could have more of a formal role in teams’ hiring processes, and more.

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J.J. Watt to the Cardinals & previewing the top free agents with Sheil Kapadia Mar 01, 2021

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 offseason. Where will the QBs end up? Which under-the-radar players should teams have an eye on to scoop up on the cheap? Robert & Sheil discuss it all on a new Athletic Football Show.

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The biggest question facing each AFC team this offseason Feb 25, 2021

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 the “Urban Meyer experiment” actually work? They dive into each team and the top concerns they have this offseason.

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The biggest question facing each NFC team this offseason Feb 23, 2021

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 offseason? Robert Mays previews every team and what their mindset should be, beginning with the NFC and co-host Nate Tice. Tune in tomorrow as Lindsay Jones joins Robert to take a look at the AFC.

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When we'll be back & a preview of The Artist & The Athlete Feb 19, 2021

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 exclusive clip of Lindsay Czarniak's new podcast 'The Artist & the Athlete."

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What we learned during the 2020 NFL season & the biggest storylines we're watching this offseason Feb 10, 2021

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 following the closest? The Athletic's Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones put the final touches on the 2020 convo and officially look to 2021 on The Athletic Football Show.

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Super Bowl LV: How the Bucs stopped Patrick Mahomes, inside Bruce Arians' game plan & Tom Brady wins his 7th ring Feb 08, 2021

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 game plan? Robert Mays and Nate Tice bring you postgame reaction as they review the best plays from the game & Tom Brady's 7th championship.

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Carson Palmer on Bruce Arians, Deshaun Watson & more + Nate Tice & Ted Nguyen's Super Bowl LV Xs & Os Feb 05, 2021

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 football film guru Ted Nguyen stops by to dig into some Chiefs-Bucs film study, and Nate Tice brings some formation concepts to watch out for in Super Bowl LV.

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Brad Childress on Andy Reid's coaching evolution + 10 under-the-radar players to watch in Super Bowl LV Feb 04, 2021

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 before that, Lindsay Jones brings 10 under-the-radar names and storylines to watch ahead of Super Bowl LV.

0:00 - 1:03:04 - 10 players to watch / Lindsay Jones

1:03:04 - end - Brad Childress

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How the Buccaneers & Chiefs were built with Greg Auman & Nate Taylor Feb 03, 2021

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 into the philosophy of how both teams were built and takeaways for teams around the NFL.

0:00-38:34 - Greg Auman / Bucs

38:34-End - Nate Taylor / Chiefs

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Super Bowl LV analytics with Sheil Kapadia and assessing Bruce Arians’ offense with Ryan Lindley Feb 02, 2021

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 the show to talk about what he learned under Bruce Arians. He explains what makes Arians’ system so unique, Tom Brady’s influence on Tampa’s offense and much more.

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Matthew Stafford trade pros & cons for the Rams & Lions - why'd they make the move? Feb 01, 2021

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 3rd rounder.

Why did the Rams make the move to acquire Stafford, and why did the Lions let him go? What trickle down affect does it have on the rest of the league? The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the intricacies of the deal on a NEW Athletic Football Show.

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Super Bowl betting extravaganza, part 1 Jan 29, 2021

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 Chiefs or the Buccaneers, but this is the Super Bowl. There are seemingly countless ways to get in on the action, and no time to waste.

In the first part of our Super Bowl betting extravaganza, Michael Beller and Vic Tafur begin discussions on the wagers that have caught their eye this week. While they're not locking in all these plays just yet, they are the ones that the guys are, at the very least, zeroing in on as the big game draws nearer. Will Patrick Mahomes go over 329.5 passing yards? Does Beller have a sneaky angle on the first touchdown scorer? Is Vic crazy for wanting to trust the running backs in a game like this? We'll get into all that, and a whole lot more.

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Matthew Stafford, Julio Jones, 2021 salary cap and more: Answering your NFL questions Jan 28, 2021

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 those questions and more in this mailbag episode. They dive into the 2021 salary cap, lessons learned from this season and the top positions of focus for any GM. Plus, what do the Bills and Browns need to do this offseason? They break it all down.

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NFL final four: lessons learned with Terez Paylor, and an Atlanta Falcons Team Visit with Tori McElhaney Jan 27, 2021

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 destinations, possible Dwayne Haskins landing spots, and much more.

Plus, The Athletic’s Tori McElhaney stops by for an Atlanta Falcons Team Visit to discuss Arthur Smith as the team’s new head coach and Terry Fontenot as the team’s new GM, Matt Ryan’s potential comfort level within Smith’s system, the option to draft their next QB with the fourth overall pick, problems on the defensive side of the ball, and how Dean Pees could change that next season, and more.

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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 Jan 25, 2021

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 offseason? What should we make of Aaron Rodgers postgame comments regarding his future with the Packers? The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Championship Sunday on a new Athletic Football Show.

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Conference Championship best bets and picks against the spread Jan 22, 2021

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 four, and this season is no exception. The Packers and Buccaneers get things going on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game, and then the Chiefs and Bills cap off the night in the AFC Championship Game.

Start your Championship Weekend prep with Michael Beller and Vic Tafur on The Athletic Football Show. The guys offer up their picks for sides and totals in both games, highlighting their absolute favorite plays of the weekend. And hey, Beller found a fun prop he likes, while Vic came up with a new segment to put a bow on the episode.

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Philip Rivers retires, Patrick Mahomes’ limited practice and previewing the conference championships Jan 21, 2021

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 Patrick Mahomes and if he will be cleared to play on Sunday.

Plus, to get you ready for conference championships, Nate Tice joins the show to preview the Chiefs-Bills and Packers-Buccaneers.

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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 Jan 20, 2021

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’s tenuous relationship with the Houston Texans, the possibility he forces a trade to another team, potential landing spots, and more, Brandon Staley’s new gig as Los Angeles Chargers head coach, the Sean McVay-Jared Goff marriage on the rocks, Eric Bieniemy getting left off the head coaching carousel so far, how race is seemingly playing a factor in how franchise’s make their coaching staff decisions, and much more.

Plus, The Athletic’s Nate Taylor stops by for a Kansas City Chiefs Team Visit to discuss the injury status of Patrick Mahomes, and whether the franchise QB will be under center for Sunday’s AFC Championship game against the Bills, the quietly important and underrated Chiefs defensive players, Eric Bieniemy becoming emblematic of biased hiring practices in the NFL, and much more.

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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? Jan 18, 2021

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? How do the Browns move ahead? Robert Mays and Nate Tice review all of the games and look ahead to the conference titles on The Athletic Football Show.

0:00- 20:42 - Bucs/Saints

20:42-45:06 - Browns/Chiefs

45:06-1:04:25 - Ravens/Bills

1:04:25- Rams/Packers

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Divisional Round best bets and picks against the spread Jan 15, 2021

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 games with our latest episode of The Athletic Football Show.

Can the Rams keep rolling, or will Aaron Rodgers and the Packers cover the 6.5-point spread. Who comes away with the win and cover in Ravens-Bills? Can the Browns at least keep things close against the Chiefs? And can the Saints topple the Buccaneers for the third time this season, covering in the process? Or does Tom Brady have some more playoff magic in his arm? The guys answer all those questions, and offer up their favorite bets of the weekend.

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Bears sticking with Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy, Seahawks part ways with Brian Schottenheimer and a divisional round preview Jan 14, 2021

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 to keep Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy and Lindsay weighs in on the Broncos new GM, George Paton. They also talk about Brian Schottenheimer and the Seahawks parting ways as well as Robert Saleh’s interest from the Jets and Eagles. Then, Nate Tice is back to get you ready for the divisional round with a complete breakdown of each matchup.

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NFL Coaching Carousel with Peter King, Wild Card Weekend postmortem with Sheil Kapadia Jan 13, 2021

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, looking for Doug Pederson’s replacement, the Texans, and the Jaguars, as well as some of the names in play, like Arthur Smith, Robert Saleh, Joe Brady, Brandon Staley, and Urban Meyer.

Then, The Athletic’s own Sheil Kapadia returns to the show to do a Wild Card Weekend postmortem on the teams that were ousted from the playoffs, including the Seahawks, Bears, Colts, Steelers, Titans, and the Washington Football Team, discuss where they are right now, and what their respective futures hold.

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Wild Card game-by-game recap - the Browns & Bills break the curse, the Rams, Ravens, Buccaneers & Saints also advance Jan 11, 2021

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, from Josh Allen's victory over the Colts, Lamar Jackson showing his footwork to outlast the Titans, Sean McVay out-dueling Pete Carroll, the Saints' solid win over the Chicago Bears and more on The Athletic Football Show.

0 - Browns / Steelers

13:20 - Colts / Bills

32:57 - Rams / Seahawks

52:58 - Bucs / Washington

1:02:25 - Ravens / Titans

1:19:50 - Bears / Saints

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Wild Card Weekend picks against the spread Jan 08, 2021

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 weekend.

Michael Beller and Vic Tafur are back to dive into their top plays against the spread. The guys get into all six games this weekend, discussing leans for all six, while highlighting the ones on which they'll actually be placing wagers. They also discuss their favorite futures bets for the postseason.

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Wild-card weekend preview Jan 07, 2021

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 John Elway’s new role with the Broncos.

Plus, they play a game of matchmaker with the top head coach candidates across the league.

Later in the show, Nate Tice joins Robert to break down all six wild-card matchups.

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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 Jan 06, 2021

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.

Plus, The Athletic’s Jeff Zriebec stops by for a Baltimore Ravens Team Visit to discuss how the current version of the team differs from the version they were during the first half of the season, Lamar Jackson settling in after returning from injury, playoff expectations, needs heading into next season, and more.

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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 Jan 04, 2021

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 week 17 by celebrating the Browns' playoff drought coming to an end, the Washington Football Team backing their way in, what we should expect from the Titans and Rams, whether or not to believe in Kliff Kingsbury, Coach of the Year candidates and more.

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AFC & NFC playoff implications in our week 17 preview Dec 31, 2020

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 quarterback situation in Washington and what a Sunday Night Football loss means to the Cowboys and Giants.

Then they dive into the Rams-Cardinals showdown, the absence of Jared Goff and Cooper Kupp and why the Bears are rooting for Los Angeles.

Later in the show, they discuss the latest with the Browns’ COVID-19 concerns and whether or not it could impact their game against the Steelers. Finally they examine the tight AFC Wild Card race and give their predictions for who will advance.

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All-Pro Team picks with Nate Tice, Darius Butler, and Brandon Thorn Dec 30, 2020

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 expert opinions on the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, respectively, and help fill out this season’s NFL First and Second All-Pro Team rosters, handing out some honorable mentions along the way.

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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 Dec 28, 2020

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 be seriously considered for MVP, the Steelers and Seahawks winning their divisions, what the Rams, Colts, and Browns need to do to make the postseason, the possibility of the Bears making minimal changes in the offseason and much more.

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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 Dec 24, 2020

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, Seahawks vs. Rams and Steelers vs. Colts.

Then Lindsay and Robert dive into the AFC and NFC playoff scenarios, who needs to win, which borderline teams could sneak their way in and more as Linds puts on her Kornacki pants.

Finally, they play Santa and hand out some gifts to NFL teams who could desperately use some cheering up.

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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 Dec 23, 2020

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 for where the team actually ends up this year, the three acts of Ben Roethlisberger, the best and worst moments of the last decade of Steelers football, how COVID-19 has changed the creative process for Late Night, and more.

Next, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia helps Robert map out future plans for some of the teams with high picks in next year’s NFL Draft, including the Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Jets, Carolina Panthers, and Philadelphia Eagles.

To close things out, The Athletic’s Katherine Terrell stops by for a New Orleans Saints Team Visit to discuss the mood around the team, if the offense can live up to expectations and lift the team back into Super Bowl contention, why the Saints could be more dangerous in the playoffs than some people would expect, what they’ll look like next season if they end up falling short this year, and more.

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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 Dec 21, 2020

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' victory over the Saints? The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into the week 15 headlines, their Wild Card Threat Index, Jalen Hurts, scheming to stop the Bills and Packers, Rams woes, the Bears figuring it out offensively and much more.

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Week 15 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Dec 18, 2020

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, the abundance of $6,000ish receivers who look good this week, love for rookie running backs, and more.

Later, Beller runs through the slate from a gambling standpoint, highlighting his favorite picks against the spread. Can the Bills and Packers get off to good starts on Saturday? Can the Patriots bring the Dolphins back down to earth? Who wins and, more importantly, covers in the showdown between the Chiefs and Saints? We get into those games, and a whole lot more.

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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 Dec 17, 2020

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 Orleans is all-in this season. They also talk about how Washington’s defense squares up against Russell Wilson and what the Cardinals need to do to contain Jalen Hurts.

Next, they examine what’s at stake for the Raiders’ defense and the latest playoff scenarios.

Later in the show, The Athletic UK’s Mark Chapman calls in to discuss his unlikely path to Chicago Bears fandom, why American football has taken hold in England in a way the other quintessentially American sports have not, how deep conversations can go with American football fans in England now versus ten years ago and much more.

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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 Dec 16, 2020

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, Andy Reid, and Bill Belichick, as well as some under the radar coaches who deserve some credit. =

Plus, The Athletic’s Stephen Holder and Zak Keefer stop by for an Indianapolis Colts Team Visit to discuss the team’s potential to win the AFC South, the job Matt Eberflus has done with the defense, Frank Reich’s faith in Philip Rivers at quarterback, how far they could go in the playoffs this season, who might be the team’s starting QB next season and beyond, and much more.

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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 Dec 14, 2020

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 Robert Mays and Nate Tice as they cover all the biggest headlines of the weekend, including the Colts win over the Raiders, Jalen Hurts providing the Eagles with a spark, Chase Young and the Washington defense dominating, losing faith in the Vikings, Saints talk, analyzing Aaron Rodgers and more.

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Week 14 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Dec 11, 2020

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 priced between two $7,000 and $7,700, Dalvin Cook vs. Derrick Henry vs. Davante Adams, the lack of cheap pivots at quarterback, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through the slate from a gambling standpoint, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread. The guys are going head-to-head in three games, including marquee matchups between the Bills and Steelers, and Vikings and Buccaneers. They also dive into Packers-Lions, Saints-Eagles, Chiefs-Dolphins, and a whole lot more.

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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 Dec 10, 2020

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 the Ravens? What do we really know about the Raiders? They answer those questions and more.

Later in the show, they discuss how the Dolphins’ defense squares up against the Chiefs’ offense and how much is at stake for Doug Pederson.

Finally, Ted Nguyen joins the show to dissect the Bills’ offense.

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The QB Carousel with Mike Sando and a Seattle Seahawks Team Visit with Michael-Shawn Dugar Dec 09, 2020

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, including the Lions, Colts, Eagles, 49ers, Patriots, Saints, Falcons, Broncos, and Bears.

Then, to close things out, The Athletic’s Michael-Shawn Dugar stops by for a Seattle Seahawks Team Visit to discuss the “Let Russ Cook” movement, how it’s had diminishing returns as the season’s worn on, what opposing defenses are doing to stifle the offense, where the franchise goes if this version of the team falls short of their lofty expectations, and much more.

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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 Dec 07, 2020

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 Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a full recap of this and more of week 13's biggest storylines, from the Eagles pulling Carson Wentz in favor of Jalen Hurts, to the Browns offense showing up big against the Titans, a debate about the Bears and Eagles and so much more on The Athletic Football Show.

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Week 13 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Dec 04, 2020

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 for a quarterback, the desire to get invested in Browns-Titans, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through the slate from a gambling standpoint, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread. Can the Raiders bounce back against the Jets? Will Taysom Hill hit his first speed bump as a starter in Atlanta? Can the Browns spring an upset on the Titans—or at least keep it within 5.5 points? Will the Packers run away from the Eagles? Can the Bills take care of business against the 49ers? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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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 Dec 03, 2020

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 whether or not a postseason bubble is realistic.

Next, they dive into the games with big AFC and NFC playoff implications, the “Taysom Hill Experience” and an important test for the 49ers defense.

Plus, as the Bears square off against the Lions, there is plenty at stake for both teams and Robert weighs in why this is a big week for Aaron Rodgers.

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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 Dec 02, 2020

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 Detroit Lions, all in various degrees of trouble heading into this offseason and beyond.

Then, Robert is joined by Green Bay Packers OT David Bakhtiari to discuss the weirdness of being congratulated on his big-money contract, the biggest difference between the player he is today and the rookie version of himself, his game week process, Aaron Rodgers, empty arenas, and more.

Plus, to close things out, The Athletic’s Zac Jackson stops by for a Cleveland Browns Team Visit to discuss early returns in the Kevin Stefanski Era, the team’s trajectory moving forward, Baker Mayfield’s future with the franchise, critical games against Pittsburgh and Baltimore, and more.

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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 Nov 30, 2020

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 offense putting up ridiculous numbers, to what's going on with the Raiders, the Titans dominating the Colts, the Browns moving to a surprising 8-3, looking into some intriguing QB landing spots and so much more.

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Week 12 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Nov 27, 2020

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, the desire to get invested in Chargers-Bills and Chiefs-Buccaneers, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through the slate from a gambling standpoint, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 30:35). Will Beller finally back off the Cardinals? Can the Browns cruise against the Jaguars? Can Taysom Hill and the Saints keep it rolling in Denver? Are the Giants worthy of laying nearly a touchdown against the shorthanded Bengals? Will the Chiefs hand the Buccaneers another loss and, more importantly, do so by more than 3.5 points? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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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 Nov 26, 2020

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 ball before talking about the AFC playoff implications in the Colts and Titans showdown in Indianapolis.

Then they discuss what they are most thankful for in this 2020 NFL season including the young QBs, Matt LaFleur in Green Bay and much more.

Finally, if quarterbacks were a side dish, who would be the mashed potatoes? What about the sweet potato casserole? They debate the holiday favorites.

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NFL Draft check-in with Dane Brugler, Jourdan Rodrigue joins for a LA Rams Team Visit Nov 25, 2020

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 like Penei Sewell, whether loaded wide receiver classes are going to become the norm going forward or not, how the unprecedented COVID pandemic has affected this year’s draft, and much more.

Plus, The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue stops by in this week’s Team Visit to break down the Las Angeles Rams, including what it’s like to cover the avant-garde franchise, moving on from Wade Phillips to Brandon Staley as Defensive Coordinator, how the Aaron Donald-centric defense is evolving game by game, Jordan Fuller’s play being emblematic of the team’s longterm plans, potential weaknesses that could keep the Rams from another Super Bowl berth, and more.

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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 Nov 23, 2020

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 is joined by Nate Tice to break down the biggest storylines like the Raiders nearly pulling it off against the Chiefs, what the heck is happening with Carson Wentz, and the guys find time for a debate about Nick Chubb and Derrick Henry.

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Week 11 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Nov 20, 2020

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 Winston free space, Keenan Allen as the WR1, the lack of meaningful tight ends, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through the slate from a gambling standpoing, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 29:42). Can the Titans bounce back in a tough spot against the Ravens? Can the Jaguars keep things respectable against the undefeated Steelers? Can Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins keep things rolling against the Broncos? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Giants fire Marc Colombo, Titans-Ravens playoff implications and plenty at stake for Jameis Winston in our week 11 preview Nov 19, 2020

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.

Later in the show they discuss an exciting Week 11 slate as they preview the Titans vs. Ravens and the AFC playoff implications. They also examine the Raiders’ COVID-19 high-risk concerns and how it impacts their game against the Chiefs.

Finally, what’s on the line for Jameis Winston against the Falcons and which team in the league has the least hope moving forward? They answer those questions and much more.

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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 Nov 18, 2020

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 Kingsbury-Kyler Murray Air Raid experiment so far, the evolution of offensive motion over time across the league, how tempo on offense affects the game-within-the-game between plays, and much more.

Then, The Athletic’s Vic Tafur and Tashan Reed stop by in this week’s Team Visit to take a closer look at the Las Vegas Raiders, including fan feelings about the team two and a half years into the Jon Gruden Era, how Derek Carr has outperformed expectations so far this season, if the defense can improve enough to compliment the offense during a potential playoff berth, and more.

To close things out, in Ted Nguyen’s Film School, the guys break down the Miami Dolphins defense and discuss what the Fins are doing differently than the rest of the NFL, why other teams can’t replicate their high pressure defensive schemes, how pressure can dictate what an opponent does on offense, and more.

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Kyler Murray magic, Rams top Seahawks, Ben Roethlisberger has a day, buying the Dolphins & more in our week 10 reaction Nov 16, 2020

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 Nate Tice as they review the best of the best from the weekend of NFL action such as Ben Roethlisberger keeping the Steelers undefeated, what's going on with Drew Lock, the Philadelphia Eagles falling apart, and an intriguing "Would You Rather" concerning the AFC East.

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Week 10 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Nov 13, 2020

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 of attractive cheap quarterbacks, the diversity of high-priced receivers, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every Week 10 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 30:45). Can the Buccaneers bounce back against the Panthers? Who wins the expected shootout in the desert between the Bills and Cardinals? What's the right side to be on in the showdown between Justin Herbert and the Chargers and Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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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 Nov 12, 2020

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 the Bills and Cardinals.

Later on, they look back at the top of the 2020 NFL Draft as Tua Tagovailoa squares off against Justin Herbert. Plus, is Russell Wilson still the MVP front-runner? The two weigh in on the discussion.

Finally, ‘Ted Lasso’ co-creator Brendan Hunt joins the show to talk about his childhood in Chicago, better times for the Bears and his role as Coach Beard on the popular comedy.

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Mailbag with Bill Barnwell and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers Team Visit with Greg Auman Nov 11, 2020

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, how analytics effect the game, if they’d take Patrick Mahomes or seven non-QB starters, and many more.

Then, in this week’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers Team Visit, The Athletic’s Greg Auman joins the show to discuss the Bucs’ blowout loss to the Saints, the tone around the team now as opposed to what it was like when they were rolling a few weeks ago, Tom Brady, Antonio Brown, and more.

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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 Nov 09, 2020

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 outlasting the Seahawks, the Ravens defense stepping up to stop the Colts, Kyler Murray and Tua Tagovailoa's shootout and much more. Plus the guys ask "Who would you rather coach next year...the Texans or Falcons?"

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Week 9 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Nov 06, 2020

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 possible Lamar Jackson bargain, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every Week 9 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 30:02). Who wins—or, more importantly, covers—the NFC South clash between the Saints and Buccaneers? Can the Ravens' offense get going in Indianapolis? Are the Dolphins a live dog again, this time against Kyler Murray and the Cardinals? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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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 Nov 05, 2020

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 season.

Plus, it’s Brady vs. Brees, round two! They preview the Bucs matchup with the Saints and discuss a big test for the Dolphins’ defense against Kyler Murray and the Cardinals.

They wrap by assessing what’s at stake for Lamar Jackson this week and a big stretch for the Colts.

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Midseason Awards with Steven Ruiz and a New England Patriots Team Visit with Jeff Howe Nov 04, 2020

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 Crush, Worst Preseason Take, and many more.

Then, to close things out, The Athletic’s Jeff Howe stops by for a New England Patriots Team Visit to discuss how different things feel around the Patriots this year, during their first potential losing season in recent memory, bedrocks heading into 2021, what the offseason might look like if they miss the playoffs, Jimmy G, Stephon Gilmore, and more.

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Packers, Rams, & Titans panic index, the Steelers still unbeaten, Colts, DK Metcalf & more in our week 8 review Nov 02, 2020

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 The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a review of week 8's biggest storylines, from the Colts and Philip Rivers finally putting it together, to the ridiculous suckerpunch from the Bears' Javon Wims, an intriguing 'Would You Rather' scenario and so much more.

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Week 8 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Oct 30, 2020

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 on Keenan Allen, and more.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every Week 8 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 29:39). Can the Dolphins spring the upset on the Rams in Tua's first start—or at least stay within 3.5 points? Can the Seahawks bounce back against the 49ers? Can the Bills officially take the AFC East torch from the Patriots? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more. Plus, a difference of opinion on this week's marquee game between the Steelers and Ravens.

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Dream trade scenarios, Steelers-Ravens rivalry, what’s at stake for Drew Lock & more in our Week 8 preview Oct 29, 2020

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 landing spots for guys like J. J. Watt, Will Fuller and John Ross? They weigh in.

Plus, it’s rivalry week for the Steelers and Ravens. They break down the game of the week as well as what’s at stake for Drew Lock moving forward.

Finally, Bruce Feldman joins the show to discuss his new book with Ed Orgeron, 'Flip the Script.’

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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 Oct 28, 2020

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 off-platform skills, and much more.

Then, in this week’s team visit, The Athletic’s Buffalo Bills writer Matthew Fairburn joins the show to discuss the team going 1-2 over their last three games, following a 4-0 start to the season, Josh Allen’s play in recent weeks, how the underperforming defense can turn things around heading down the stretch, and more.

Finally, in Ted Nguyen’s Film School, the guys break down the Arizona Cardinals Offense, including the differences between Kliff Kingsbury’s NFL playbook and what his Air Raid scheme looked like in college, what defines the team’s passing game, Kyler Murray’s comfort level in this offense, and more.

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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 Oct 26, 2020

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 dramatic storylines. The Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into the headlines of Cardinals-Seahawks, appreciation for Mike Tomlin and Tom Brady, apologies to Justin Herbert, which receivers we would start franchises with and much more in our week 7 review.

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Week 7 DFS plays, and picks against the spread Oct 23, 2020

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 backs, the abundance of attractive, mid-priced receivers, and budget savers at quarterback.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every Week 7 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 31:01). Can the Cardinals keep it close with the Seahawks? Can the Patriots bounce back against the 49ers? And who wins the clash of 5-0 teams between the Steelers and Titans in Nashville? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Week 7: Steelers-Titans AFC showdown, Bears’ run defense and questions surrounding Zimmer and McCarthy Oct 22, 2020

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 preview the AFC battle between the undefeated Titans and undefeated Steelers.

Plus, how will the Bears defend against the Rams’ run game? Where do the Vikings and Cowboys go from here? They discuss the matchups they’re watching as well as the concerns surrounding Mike Zimmer and Mike McCarthy.

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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 Oct 21, 2020

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 lack of offseason prep time affecting defenses, Jet Motion, Julio Jones, Bill Belichick, and a lot more.

Then, Robert talks to two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, LA Rams defensive tackle, Aaron Donald about how he adds new wrinkles to his game, building trust with a coaching staff, if he ever thinks about his place in the history of football as potentially one of the best defensive players ever, conditioning and recovery, and more.

To close things out, The Athletic’s own Josh Tolentino stops by in this week’s Team Visit to discuss the beginning of Tua Time for the Miami Dolphins as Tua Tagovailoa steps in as the team’s starting QB, how he’ll mesh with the offense, and its slowly improving offensive line, where some of the teams draft capital will be directed as their rebuild continues, and much more.

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Week 6 Reaction: The Steelers keep scoring, Derrick Henry isn't fair, the Buccaneers bounce back & concerned about Cam Newton? Oct 19, 2020

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 6 full of firepower, big plays, and even more questions about which teams we should be buying. Join Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a full recap of the biggest moments of Sunday including Adam Gase's failure in New York, the Bears red zone defense, Adam Vrabel being a possible Savant, the underrated Lavonte David and much more.

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Week 6 DFS plays and picks against the spread Oct 16, 2020

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, and attractive mid-priced quarterbacks.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every Week 6 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 29:23). Can the Buccaneers possibly slow down the Packers' offense? Can the 49ers get on track against the Rams? Should the Cowboys really be home dogs in Andy Dalton's first start with the team? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.

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Week 6: Le'Veon Bell released, Aaron Rodgers vs. Tom Brady and an intriguing test for the Steelers’ defensive line Oct 15, 2020

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 the latest news involving the NFL’s schedule changes.

Later in the show, they preview the Chiefs-Bills showdown as they both look to bounce back from their first loss of the season as well as the battle between Brady and Rodgers.

Finally, hear what quarterbacks they think have the most at stake in Week 6.

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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 Oct 14, 2020

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 and selling right now, slow starters, dynasty picks, and much more.

Then, The Athletic’s Joe Person stops by in this week’s Team Visit to take a closer look at the Carolina Panthers’ pleasantly surprising 3-2 start and discuss the defining characteristics of Matt Rhule’s coaching style, Joe Brady’s incredible impact on the offense, Teddy Bridgewater’s play changing the narrative about the season, and more.

To close things out, in Ted Nguyen’s Film School, the guys break down the Kevin Stefanski Offense, Bill Callahan’s details oriented approach with the offensive line improving things dramatically from last season, how a play action heavy attack has helped Baker Mayfield adjust to a new offense early on, and more.

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Week 5 Reaction: Dallas loses Dak Prescott; the Falcons clean house, Myles Garrett, Chase Claypool & more Oct 12, 2020

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 Thomas Dimitroff, and the 49ers benching Jimmy Garoppolo. The Athletic's Robert Mays & Nate Tice dig into the biggest headlines of the weekend including Chase Claypool's huge game, the Raiders win over the Chiefs, Myles Garrett's insane impact on the Browns' defense and much more.

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Week 5 DFS plays and picks against the spread Oct 09, 2020

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 that means for the slate as a whole.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every remaining Week 5 game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 29:19). Can the Browns pull a mini-upset on the Colts? Can the Falcons finally get their first win of the season? Are the Chiefs going to run away and hide from the Colts? And can the Vikings keep pace with the Seahawks? We have answers to those questions, and plenty more.

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Week 5: COVID-19 concerns across NFL, Browns-Colts preview and the decision to bench Dwayne Haskins Oct 08, 2020

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 Titans.

Later in the show, they discuss this week’s matchup between the Browns and Colts as well as a big test for Joe Burrow against the Ravens' defense.

Plus, Rhiannon Walker joins the show to talk about Washington’s decision to bench Dwayne Haskins.

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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 Oct 07, 2020

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, and determine which one will be the scariest to play against by December.

Next up, Houston Texans beat writer for The Athletic, Aaron Reiss, calls in to break down the shocking firing of Texans GM and head coach Bill O’Brien, Jack Easterby as the highest ranking member of the football staff in the organization right now, the potential for a JJ Watt trade, who could become the next head coach, and more.

To close things out, in this week’s team visit, The Athletic’s Detroit Lions writer Chris Burke joins the show to discuss the mounting issues for the 2020 squad, Matt Patricia seemingly heading towards a rough end as head coach, the overall lack of homegrown defensive talent within the organization, and more.

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Week 4 Reaction: Josh Allen’s arrival, Dallas’ lack of defense, Brady’s back & Buy or Sell? Oct 05, 2020

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 Athletic's Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a full week 4 reaction as they dig into Brady vs. Herbert, DeForest Buckner's impact on the Colts and much more.

Buy or Sell? - :00

Who Won the Week? - 35:14

What Just Happened?- 42:06

Nate's QB Corner - 54:19

Secret Sauce - 1:01:24

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Week 4 DFS plays and picks against the spread Oct 02, 2020

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 discuss how a flat pricing week creates to a diversity of team-building options...but still find themselves targeting some expensive backs.

Later, Beller and Vic Tafur run through every game, highlighting their favorite picks against the spread (begins at 29:33). Are the Bears a good bet in Nick Foles' first start with the team? Can the Saints and Cardinals bounce back? Who finally gets their first win when the Texans and Vikings get together? We have opinions on that, and a whole lot more.

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Week 4: Titans-Steelers postponed due to COVID-19, Andy Reid vs. Bill Belichick and Adam Gase’s hot seat Oct 01, 2020

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 and what failed in the testing protocols.

Plus, they dive into the showdown between Andy Reid and Bill Belichick and can the Browns run past the Cowboys this weekend? They discuss their matchups of the week as well as Adam Gase’s job security in New York.

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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 Sep 30, 2020

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 few things they’d want to know about the first three weeks of NFL football.

Then, in this week’s team visit, The Athletic’s Chicago Bears writer Adam Jahns joins the show to discuss the beginning of the Nick Foles Era as the team’s newly installed starting QB, why Mitchell Trubisky lost his job, how the 3-0 Bears’ gameplan will be impacted with Foles under center, and much more.

Finally, Ted Nguyen helps Robert close out the show as they break down the evolution of the Rams’ offense under Sean McVay, highlighting the differences from 2018 through Week 3 of 2020, Jared Goff’s impressive stat line, and more.

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Week 3 Reaction: Another Falcons collapse, NFC questions, fixing Carson Wentz & finding the Secret Sauce Sep 28, 2020

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 east, Josh Allen's ascension, why teams don't embrace play action more and the debut a new segment, 'Secret Sauce.'

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Week 3 DFS plays and picks against the spread Sep 25, 2020

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 break down the DFS slate, then Beller welcomes on Vic Tafur to discuss their favorite picks against the spread, on this hybrid episode of The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast and The Athletic Football Show.

Rundown

1:33 Games to target for DFS in Week 3

4:00 Quarterback targets in Week 3

8:08 No shortage of ways to attack the running back position

15:30 Stars and scrubs at wide receiver

24:27 Finding bargains at tight end

26:27 No obvious options at defense

30:39 Week 3 picks against the spread

31:10 Week 2 audit

32:49 Patriots (-6.5) vs. Raiders

34:15 Bills (-2.5) vs. Rams

35:22 Steelers (-4) vs. Texans

37:33 49ers (-4) at Giants

39:43 Titans (-2.5) at Vikings

41:18 Browns (-7) vs. Washington

43:06 Eagles (-4.5) vs. Bengals

45:16 Falcons (-3) vs. Bears

47:02 Colts (-11.5) vs. Jets

48:10 Chargers (-6.5) vs. Panthers

49:55 Cardinals (-5.5) vs. Lions

52:00 Buccaneers (-6) at Broncos

53:54 Seahawks (-5) vs. Cowboys

55:29 Saints (-3) vs. Packers

56:30 Ravens (-3.5) vs. Chiefs

57:50 Recapping our Week 3 picks

58:53 Week 3 survivor picks

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Week 3: Injury impact, stellar slate and can Dan Quinn respond? Sep 24, 2020

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 Taylor situation in Los Angeles.

Later in the show, they talk about this week’s great slate of games, including Chiefs-Ravens and Saints-Packers.

Plus, Lindsay explains why she thinks this is an important week for Dan Quinn and Robert isn’t quite ready to say the Raiders are for real.

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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 Sep 23, 2020

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 season wears on, how the absence of crowd noise is changing the games-within-the-game, the Browns’ Week 2 win over the Bengals, the play of Jed Wills, what he likes about Orlando Brown, Jawaan Taylor, and other young lineman, and more.

Then, in this week’s Team Visit, Robert talks to The Athletic’s Philadelphia Eagles beat writers Bo Wulf and Zach Berman about the team’s ugly 0-2 start, what Eagles fans should be most and least worried about, the worst two game stretch of Carson Wentz’s career, and much more.

To close the show, The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen helps Robert analyze the much-discussed Bruce Arians Offense, including the challenges it could present to Tom Brady, why the Bucs should or shouldn’t be encouraged by their start, and more, featuring insights from BA’s former player, Drew Stanton.

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Week 2 Reaction: Russell Tops Cam, The Cowboys' Comeback, Buffalo’s Blooming Offense & More Sep 21, 2020

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? Robert Mays and Nate Tice are answering these questions and more as they react to the NFL's week 2 on The Athletic Football Show.
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Week 2 DFS Plays and Picks Against the Spread Sep 18, 2020

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 that likely scoring bonanza. Then, Beller and Vic Tafur highlight their five favorite picks against the spread among the 15 remaining Week 2 games.
Rundown
2:06 Games to Target in DFS Contests
3:53 Dak Prescott Tops the QB List
5:31 A Case for Kyler Murray
7:14 Going Cheap at QB with Mitch Trubisky and Kirk Cousins
8:59 Jonathan Taylor a DFS Free Space
10:41 The RBs to Back if You Spend Big at the Position
12:41 The Ronald Jones Argument
14:13 Believing in Miles Sanders Right from the Jump
17:07 Playing all the Falcons' and Cowboys' Receivers
19:33 Emmanuel Sanders Climbs the Ranks
21:18 Tampa Bay's Receivers with Chris Godwin (Concussion) Likely Out
22:48 A Bounceback for Tyler Higbee
24:38 Brandon Beats the Drum for Jared Cook
25:53 Defense/Special Teams Plays
30:24 Week 2 Picks Against the Spread
32:35 Rams-Eagles
33:47 Panthers-Buccaneers
34:57 Broncos-Steelers
36:42 Falcons-Cowboys
38:27 49ers-Jets
40:01 Bills-Dolphins
41:45 Vikings-Colts
43:08 Lions-Packers
44:21 Giants-Bears
46:17 Jaguars-Titans
48:14 Washington-Cardinals
50:23 Ravens-Texans
51:30 Chiefs-Chargers
53:38 Patriots-Seahawks
55:13 Saints-Raiders
57:55 Recapping our Picks, Plus a Look at Survivor

Vic's Week 2 Picks Column

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Week 2: Baker vs. Burrow, Questions for the Cowboys and Can Russ Cook the Patriots? Sep 17, 2020

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 and notes across the league.
Later in the show, they get you ready for Week 2 by discussing the marquee games on the slate, what position matchups they’re watching and who has the most at stake.
Plus, Lindsay explains what it’s like covering a game with no fans and Robert shares his love for Sir Purr.

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Week 1 QB Performances with Quincy Avery, Aaron Reiss Breaks Down the Texans, Film School with Ted Nguyen, and more Sep 16, 2020

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 Brady, and more.

Then, Texans beat writer for The Athletic, Aaron Reiss joins the show for a Team Visit to discuss Houston’s blowout loss to the Chiefs on opening night, how the Texans’ offseason moves led to their rough start, and much more.

To close the show, The Athletic’s own Ted Nguyen takes us to Film School, breaking down a handful of the week’s best plays, featuring the likes of Lamar Jackson, CJ Henderson, Cam Newton, and Daniel Jones.

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Week 1 Reaction: Cowboys Calls, Newton & Rodgers Return, The Lions Collapse & More Sep 14, 2020

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, the Lions' collapse at the hands of Mitch Trubisky, Cam Newton and Aaron Rodgers' returning to form, plus a deep dive into the Colts' loss to the Jags in "What Just Happened?" and more.
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Week 1 DFS Plays and Picks Against the Spread Sep 11, 2020

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 position, and various lineup-building strategies. Then, Beller and Vic Tafur make their five favorite picks against the spread for the week. They also both give an upset special, and weigh in on survivor pools, where there aren't a lot of attractive picks in Week 1.
Rundown
3:25 The Latest on Injuries to Courtland Sutton, Kenny Golladay and Mike Evans
7:21 Games to Target in DFS Contests
9:24 Quarterbacks to Play in Week 1
11:56 A Bears Stack Led By Mitch Trubisky?
15:28 The Difficulty of Working Christian McCaffrey Into Lineups
17:46 Lots of Love for Josh Jacobs and Joe Mixon
19:58 Targeting the Mid-Level Wide Receivers
24:18 Paying the Premium for George Kittle?
27:52 Trusting Washington's Defense Against the Eagles?
32:03 Let's Make Some Picks Against the Spread
32:52 Dolphins-Patriots
34:45 Browns-Ravens
36:46 Jets-Bills
39:12 Raiders-Panthers
40:49 Bears-Lions
42:03 Colts-Jaguars
43:46 Chargers-Bengals
47:23 Cardinals-49ers
49:57 Buccaneers-Saints
52:30 Cowboys-Rams
54:15 Steelers-Giants
56:34 Picks Recap and Upset Specials
59:19 Backing the Bills in Survivor Pools

Vic's Picks Column

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NFC South Preview & Super Bowl Picks: The Brady Bucs, Faith in the Saints, Projecting the Panthers & Who Are the Falcons? Sep 10, 2020

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, projecting what the Panthers could look like with a new coach and trying to figure out the Falcons, plus Lindsay Jones stops by for the final segment to pick the league awards, division winners and Super Bowl champion!
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AFC South Preview: The Transformative Titans, Rivers Takes Over Indy, Houston Has Problems & Remember the Jags? Sep 09, 2020

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 believed after their run last season, what the future holds for Deshaun Watson and the Texans, and remember when the Jags were competing for a championship, like, a year ago?!
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AFC North Preview: Ravens Ready to Roll, Potential in Pittsburgh, Changing Scheme in Cleveland & Can Burrow Lead the Bengals? Sep 08, 2020

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 as well as the Steelers’ potential to contend this season. Then, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia breaks down the changes in Cleveland and expectations for Joe Burrow’s rookie year.

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NFC West Preview: The Favored 49ers, Seattle Seeks Middle Ground, Rams Ready to Run & Could the Cardinals Make Noise? Sep 07, 2020

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 & more. Plus Where does Sean McVay stand right now as a coach, and how should we feel about Kyler Murray?

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Washington's Backfield, Quarterbacks and Tight Ends to Target, and our Favorite Futures Bets Sep 04, 2020

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 news of the week and look ahead to Sunday with last-minute tips and DFS picks. After that, Beller and Vic Tafur will walk you through their favorite bets of the week. On the debut episode, Beller and DVR discuss Washington's backfield and the quarterback and tight end positions for fantasy, while Beller and Tafur highlight some of their favorite future bets for the 2020 season.
Rundown
1:35 Introducing the Friday Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast and Athletic Football Show Partnership
2:33 Antonio Gibson's Stock on a Rocketship
7:55 Quarterbacks We're Targeting at ADP
13:29 Quarterbacks We're Avoiding at ADP
17:39 Quarterbacks Outside the Top 15 We Think Can Finish in the Top 10
22:25 Tight Ends We're Targeting at ADP
25:35 Tight Ends We're Avoiding at ADP
28:33 Tight Ends Outside the Top 15 We Think Can Finish in the Top 10
33:22 Welcome to the Gambling Portion
34:08 Super Bowl Futures Bets
38:08 Our Favorite Division Winner Bets
43:53 Win Totals!
50:08 Make or Miss the Playoffs Wagers
55:07 MVP Futures We're Backing
60:16 Not Loving the Rookie of the Year Odds
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AFC West Preview: Chiefs in Control, Raiders Speculation, Broncos Buzz & Can the Chargers Compete? Sep 03, 2020

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 Robert Mays to preview the strengths and weaknesses of all 4 teams in the division and predict how they finish.
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1:00 - Chiefs
18:34 - Raiders
34:57 - Broncos
58:46 - Chargers

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NFC East Preview: Can Cowboys shine, Banged-up Eagles, Judging the Giants & A Reboot in Washington Sep 02, 2020

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, the Eagles’ training camp setbacks, Joe Judge’s tactics with the Giants and a franchise reboot in Washington.

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AFC East Preview: Patriots new offense, Bills built to contend, Jets Looking for Answers & the Post-Tank Dolphins Sep 01, 2020

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 impact on the Patriots’ offense, the Bills’ deep roster, the Jets’ future and the development of the Dolphins.

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NFC North Preview: Bears QB Drama, Packers Need Playmakers, Debating the Vikings & Look Out for the Lions Aug 31, 2020

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 North, including the Bears QB competition, the Packers' unwillingness to add playmakers, what difference Yannick Ngakoue makes on the Vikings and why the Lions might surprise some people.
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The Athletic Football Show - Trailer Aug 25, 2020

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 Lindsay Jones and Sheil Kapadia, plus former NFL, exclusive interviews, fan Q&A's, fantasy football advice and so much more.

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