Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews

Fox NFL Analyst Greg Olsen joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the state of the Eagles' offense, the play of Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley and a look ahead to the NFC playoff picture. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts...

We have a bonus edition of the Takeoff Podcast with John Clark. First, Jason Avant lays out his concerns about the Eagles defense, and the chances the Cowboys catch the Eagles in the NFC East. John's then joined by Penn Men's Basketball head coach, Fran McCaffery, to chat about this weekend's Big 5 Classic at Xfinity Mobile Arena. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the lat...

NFL Matchup Executive Producer and Analyst and NFL Films Senior Producer Greg Cosell joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to share his thoughts on what's wrong with the Eagles' offense, whether or not they can improve, and if they can win the Super Bowl playing the way they have this season. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the...

John Clark catches up with Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith on the latest Takeoff Podcast to discuss the frustrations with the Eagles offense, Smitty's chase to becoming a Pro Bowler, and dental care with Oral-B. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC...

Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the defense coming together at the right time, playing with several of his Georgia teammates and friends, how ballet helped him as an athlete and why he's giving back to the people of Philadelphia. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers,...

Hall of Fame head coach and NBC's Football Night in America analyst, Tony Dungy joins John Clark on the latest Takeoff Podcast to share his thoughts on the A.J. Brown situation and gets you set for a crucial matchup on Sunday night. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from o...

Coming off the Eagles win over the Packers on Monday Night Football, John Clark, from the airport, catches up with ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter to discuss the Eagles being the best team in the NFL, Howie Roseman's greatness, and much more. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightfu...

ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to preview the Eagles vs. Packers game on Monday Night Football, discuss where things stand for the Eagles on offense and defense coming out of the bye, what Jaelan Phillips brings to the team and why Jalen Hurts is entering the MVP conversation. NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with t...

00:00 - Emmanuel Acho 00:57 - Eagles trade John Metchie III to Jets for CB Michael Carter II 11:08 - Jihaad Campbell 15:28 - Brandon Graham is back 18:06 - Eagles vs. Packers 20:36 - Eagles offense transformation 23:14 - Jalen Hurts making adjustments 25:06 - What's going on with A.J Brown? NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies...

0:00 - How hungry is Eagles defense to get rematch against Giants? 6:45 - Despite success, Jalen doesn't like being under center 12:28 - BG is back, what's his expectation 17:56 - Should Eagles look to trade for a corner or a pass rusher? 22:18 - Is there legitimately something brewing behind doors with the Eagles? 27:49 - If Eagles were to win the Super Bowl, what's going to lead the way... the o...

John Clark caught up with Saquon Barkley and his mom, Tonya, on the latest Takeoff Podcast to discuss his upcoming First Annual Hurdles for Hope Gala (details below) and the improvements the Eagles have made offensively amidst their two-game losing streak. #Eagles 0:00 - How the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation "Hurdles for Hope Gala" got started 5:08 - What motivates Saquon to be grea...

Larry Bowa joins Takeoff with John Clark to discuss the Phillies falling into an 0-2 hole in the NLDS, the decisions Rob Thomson made in the 9th inning of Game 2 and Aaron Nola starting Game 3 against the Dodgers. 0:00 - Larry Bowa 0:27 - Vibes around the team 2:09 - Need to put the ball in play 4:10 - Pressure playing at Citizens Bank Park? 6:04 - Trying too hard to hit home runs 8:04 - Phillies...

00:00 - Jerry Hairston jr. 00:48 - Who do you think has the advantage in this Phillies-Dodgers series? 01:50 - Dodgers' bullpen is still an issue? 03:46 - Shohei Ohtani ready? 05:16 - Phillies hitters 07:18 - Fans at CBP 08:33 - Better bullpen? 08:53 - Lineup? 10:50 - Rotation? 11:50 - Phillies have the confidence 14:27 - Can the Dodgers repeat? 17:07 - Phillies gotta get it done 18:15 - Whoever w...

24-time PGA Tour winner Gary Player joins John Clark to discuss returning to the site of his 1962 PGA Championship win at Aronimink Golf Club and his thoughts on Philadelphia area golf as well as to play a few holes on the latest Takeoff podcast. 0:00 - Gary Player 0:50 - Returning to Aronimink Golf Club 4:58 - Lessons learned from a life in golf 8:14 - Golfing in the Philadelphia area 13:27 - Are...

00:00 - Brandon Marsh 01:07 - His turnaround in 2025 3:28 - Acquisition of Harrison Bader 07:28 - What makes this Phillies team special 10:35 - Ready for Red October 13:45 - Thoughts on Nick Castellanos NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC Sports Phila...

Get Tickets to Ray Didinger's new play "Spinner" https://www.delawaretheatre.org/spinner 0:00 - Ray Didinger. 1:21 - Eagles' 2-0 start 3:00 - Can they repeat? 4:56 - Tough matchup against the Rams 12:50 - conservative passing game 18:25 - New play, "Spinner," which opens today 23:05 - Most talented team in the NFL NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the E...

ESPN National Correspondent Sal Paolantonio joins John Clark to discuss the preview Eagles vs Chiefs in Week 2 of the NFL season, the importance of Jalen Carter, and which teams pose the biggest threats to the Eagles in the NFC. 0:00 - Sal Paolantonio 1:01 - Why did the Eagles trade for Tank Bigsby? 2:34 - Eagles vs Chiefs 5:15 - Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley as dual rushing threats 8:32 - Potent...

This week on the Takeoff podcast, John Clark sits down with former Eagle and Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles to discuss the challenges of trying to repeat, Jalen Hurts, and stories about the Philly Special. 0:00 - Nick Foles 0:39 - Extra pressure after winning a Super Bowl 2:17 - Potential to repeat 3:33 - Another huge season for Saquon Barkley? 4:43 - Spreading the football around 6:18 - Challenges...

00:00 - Cris Collinsworth 00:35 - Eagles vs. Cowboys 02:07 - NFC East 04:21 - Eagles Dynasty 06:15 - Eagles Defense 08:48 - Makefield Putters 09:44 - Saquon Barkley 14:40 - Jalen Hurts 17:48 - Learning from Peyton Manning NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts...

Two-time Super Bowl Champion and Eagles' legend Brandon Graham joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the Eagles' defensive line and where he'll be watching the season-opener against the Cowboys. 0:00 - Brandon Graham 0:29 - Excited to get the season started 1:08 - Still at the Novacare complex 1:38 - Staying hungry after winning the Super Bowl 2:27 - Getting this...

Eagles' cornerback Cooper DeJean joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the Eagles' rivalry with the Cowboys, his growing confidence heading into his second season and how he's staying grounded after winning Super Bowl LIX. 0:00 - Cooper DeJean 0:26 - Excited to start a new season 0:51 - First taste of Eagles vs Cowboys rivalry 2:04 - Covering CeeDee Lamb 2:50 - M...

Fantasy Football Happy Hour Podcast host Matthew Berry joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss where Jalen Hurts ranks as a fantasy quarterback, why Saquon Barkley could be in for a regression, and whether fantasy football managers should target AJ Brown or DeVonta Smith. 0:00 - Matthew Berry 0:51 - Where does Jalen Hurts among fantasy QBs? 2:38 - Hurts poised for...

0:00 - Doug Pederson 0:50 - Starting a new season as defending champions 3:37 - Harder coming off of a Super Bowl win or loss?** 5:50 - Conversations with Nick Sirianni 6:51 - Mike Holmgren and Dick Vermeil’s advice 8:45 - Pressure or relief after the Super Bowl win? 10:10 - Winning is addicting 12:37 - Lessons Howie Roseman learned after Super Bowl LII 17:55 - What makes Vic Fangio a great defens...

00:00 -Ross Tucker 01:38 - Impressions of training camp 01:44 - Cornerback battles 07:28 - Jihaad Campbell 12:08 - Losses on defense 14:01 - Question marks on the defensive line 16:38 - More passing game in 2025? 18:30 - Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insig...

00:00 - Kevin Patullo 01:06 - Easy transition 01:44 - Getting on the same page with Hurts 03:38 - What's the offense gonna look like? 04:08 - A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith 06:01 - more passing this year? 07:38 - training to be the play caller 09:18 - Relationship with Sirianni 12:09 - Hurts just wants to win 15:10 - his daughter being a golf phenom NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans...