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The Athletic’s flagship NFL podcast covers the league like only The Athletic can. Host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman dive into the biggest stories, break down the Xs and Os, and tackle the ins and outs of roster building. They meticulously follow the details of why we all love this sport and have plenty of fun along the way, bringing the expertise necessary to cover the NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth...

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The Daniel Jones conundrum, the Jared Goff question, and Patriots offense turnover; day one from the NFL combine 28.02.2023 1:10:58

We are coming to you live from Indianapolis and the NFL combine all week, where we'll be visiting with The Athletic beat writers who cover the most interesting teams of the 2023 offseason. We kick it off in this episode with the Giants, Patriots and Lions. Dan Duggan (Giants), Chad Graff (Patriots) and Colton Pouncy (Lions) sit down with Robert Mays to talk about the big questions confronting the...

NFL combine preview with Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and Lance Zierlein 27.02.2023 1:04:35

There's only one way we can possibly start combine week around these parts...a big blowout with the Prospects to Pros crew! Andy, Dane and Lance Zierlein of NFL.com preview the week ahead in Indianapolis on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Today's show is brought to you by... Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit...

How teams should (and shouldn't) use the NFL's franchise tag 24.02.2023 55:23

The franchise tag...oft-discussed, little understood? The first part is certainly true, and as you dig into the tag you realize that the second part is, as well. Robert Mays and Nate Tice explore the recent history of the franchise tag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... A...

How to remodel an NFL team 23.02.2023 49:32

We hear about rebuilding a team all the time, but not every franchise is in a position to totally tear it down. So how do you remodel a team in the moment, given the circumstances surrounding it? Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into that question through the lens of the 2023 Titans and Vikings on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter...

Prospects to Pros: How teams prepare for the NFL Combine 22.02.2023 35:03

The countdown to the combine is on! Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein get you ready by discussing how team’s prepare for the important week scouting prospects. They talk about the questions team’s are looking to have answered, the medicals and much more. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_Staples Follow Dane on Twitter: @dpbrugler Follow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierlein Subs...

Between the Lines Ep. 2: The Players 21.02.2023 34:50

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick set a model for NFL players to follow when discussing matters of race and activism, but something else broke down the wall that led to the modern climate: The murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. Episode 2 of Between the Lines reveals how NFL players became activist during the summer of 2020, and their perspective in th...

Hop aboard the 2023 QB Carousel! 20.02.2023 1:16:48

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to the NFL offseason's greatest attraction...that's right, it's the quarterback carousel! Where will Aaron Rodgers get off this great, big, spinning wheel? Will Derek Carr be the first QB to find a new home? And what's next for all the teams in the quarterback market? Your ringmasters Robert Mays and Nate Tice assess it all on this episode of The...

Biggest NFL offseason questions with Lindsay Jones 16.02.2023 53:10

Lindsay Jones of The Ringer joins Robert Mays to discuss some of the biggest questions heading into the 2023 NFL offseason. From Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson, to new coaching regimes and everything in between. 1:40 What is Aaron Rodgers going to decide? 7:47 What happens with Lamar Jackson in Baltimore? 16:08 What will the Bears do at No. 1? 21:30 Which big-name pass catcher gets traded? 25:29...

Shane Steichen to the Colts, Jonathan Gannon to the Cardinals, and more on the coaching carousel 15.02.2023 58:21

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow...

Prospects to Pros: Dane Brugler’s updated 2023 NFL Draft Top 100 15.02.2023 50:01

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. 1:01 Chiefs 2022 draft class contributions in Super Bowl LVII 12:32 Dane Brugler’s to...

Between the Lines Ep. 1: The Long History of Football and Race 14.02.2023 45:04

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. Episode 1 of Between the Lines reviews the major moments in the 100 y...

Chiefs win thriller over Eagles in Super Bowl LVII for second title in four years 13.02.2023 51:34

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube To...

Super Bowl LVII gambling extravaganza 11.02.2023 27:54

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. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Today's episode is brought to you by... Atl...

Super Bowl LVII preview — matchups, X-factors, picks, and more 10.02.2023 1:22:21

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 wil...

The 10 non-quarterbacks who define Super Bowl LVII 09.02.2023 1:04:21

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on...

Prospects to Pros: Lance Zierlein’s 2023 NFL mock draft 1.0 08.02.2023 33:36

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. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_Staples Follow Dane on Twitter:...

Football GM: Super Bowl LVII picks, Aaron Rodgers' and Lamar Jackson's future, coordinator moves, and more 08.02.2023 1:01:42

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. Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFL Follow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_ Subscribe to...

How did the Eagles and Chiefs get to Super Bowl LVII? 07.02.2023 1:05:58

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Bo o...

Genealogy of the 2022 Chiefs and Eagles 06.02.2023 1:15:30

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Today's episode is brought to you by... Atlassian: For proje...

The Brett Veach/Andy Reid relationship, NFL per diems, and more from the TAFS mailbag with Mitch Schwartz 03.02.2023 1:04:43

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. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchSchwartz71 Subscribe to T...

Prospects to Pros: Observations & analysis from the Senior Bowl 02.02.2023 49:27

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. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_Staples Follow Dane on Twitter: @dpbrugler Follow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierlein Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple S...

Football GM: Tom Brady retires, 49ers QB outlook, Sean Payton in Denver + more 02.02.2023 59:36

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? Sou...

Between the Lines | Trailer 02.02.2023 1:57

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 preside...

Sean Payton to Broncos, DeMeco Ryans to Texans, oh my!; A look at The Athletic's new series 'Between the Lines' with Tashan Reed 31.01.2023 56:32

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 Footbal...

Kellen Moore to the Chargers, Vic Fangio (maybe) to the Dolphins, updates on ongoing head coach searches, and more with Mike Sando 31.01.2023 1:17:32

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. Follow Rob...