The Football Lounge

In this episode, Dan is joined by guest Jay Foster of the 'Don't Hassle Us, We're Local' show on ESPN in the quad cities to recap the entire slate of games following week one of the NFL season. Plus, the guys take a look ahead to Thursday Night Football and preview some of the best bets of the upcoming week. 

In this episode Mark & Dan provide their regular season record predictions and playoff seedings for the AFC. Plus, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between Dallas and Tampa Bay. And they give their bets of the week ahead of the season-opening weekend.

In this episode, Mark and Dan provide their complete NFC predictions for the 2021 season. Find out how the guys see each division playing out, and where they have team's seeded in the playoff standings. 

In this episode, Mark & Dan offer up five bold predictions for the upcoming NFL season. Also, the guys discuss their takeaways from week one of the preseason, including the play of the league's rookie quarterbacks. 

In this episode Mark and Dan discuss the weekend of Hall of Fame inductions as well as Josh Allen's new contract and what it means for other young quarterbacks. All that and much more! 

In this episode Mark and Dan are joined by Kevin Clark and Nate Byrne to put together and entire football team made up of U.S. Presidents. 

Mark and Dan discuss the recent news surrounding the Green Bay Packers offering Aaron Rodgers a lucrative contract. Plus, the guys go over some other news including the injury to Rams running back Cam Akers. 

In this episode Mark and Dan discuss their individual lists of the top ten running backs of all time. 

In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss which rookies will have the biggest impact on their team this season. Plus, the guys talk about Carl Nassib becoming the first openly gay active NFL player. And the NFL announces it's allowing throwback alternate helmets for the 2022 season. 

In this episode, Dan interviews Nate Byrne regarding his top list for the new Washington Football Team name. Plus, the guys discuss the possibility of the Bears moving from Soldier Field to the Arlington International Racecourse. 

Mark & Dan discuss the recent statements from Packers President Mark Murphy regarding Aaron Rodgers, and go over Justin Fields' rookie contract and how other teams in the league should take note. Plus, the guys talk about Julio Jones to the Titans, and Stephon Gilmore's no-show at mandatory minicamp. 

In this episode, Mark and Dan react to a list of potential names for the Washington Football Team and provide a couple options of their own. Plus, the guys go over Pete Prisco's Top 10 NFL Players ahead of the 2021 season. 

In this episode Mark and Dan react to PFF's quarterback rankings and provide their own list ahead of the new campaign.

In this episode Mark and Dan break down the 2021 NFL schedule and identify their top five matchups to look for heading into the season. 

In this episode Mark & Dan discuss the 2021 NFL Draft, including first round quarterbacks, surprises on day one, and which teams came away with the best draft. Plus, 'Bold Strategy, Cotton' makes a comeback as the guys talk about reports of Aaron Rodgers wanting out of Green Bay. 

In this episode Mark and Dan collaborate to draft the entire first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. See where the guys have the QBs ending up! 

In this episode, Mark and Dan share their rankings of the top quarterbacks in this year's NFL draft. Plus the guys discuss some of the latest developments in the league, including additional lawsuits filed against Deshaun Watson.

IN this episode Mark & Dan participate in a snake draft of head coaches throughout the NFL, rounding out the top 20. Plus, they discuss the recent NFL schedule changes as the league expands to 17 games and moves MNF doubleheaders. 

In this episode, Mark & Dan go over Drew Brees' legacy after news of his retirement. And the guys share where they think he factors in to the top ten quarterbacks of all-time as they provide their complete list. See where they agree and disagree in this latest installment!

Mark and Dan discuss Dak Prescott's new contract with the Cowboys. Plus, the guys take a look at the the players that were/weren't franchise tagged by the March 9 deadline. 

Mark and Dan break down the Cardinals' acquisition of J.J. Watt and the Eagles trading Carson Wentz to the Colts. Plus, the guys participate in a draft of NFL artifacts. 

In this episode Mark and Dan discuss J.J. Watt's departure from Houston and ponder potential landing spots for the three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Plus, the guys touch on some sensitive topics including the Jaguars hiring of disgraced former University of Iowa strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle. 

Mark and Dan break down the action from Super Bowl LV, discuss Gronk's future, and explore what next year's big game might look like. 

Mark and Dan discuss the Matthew Stafford/Jared Goff trade and give their thoughts on how Super Bowl LV will play out. Plus, some fun prop bets to consider this weekend. 

Mark and Dan break down the championship games, discussing the poor decisions by head coaches in both games and explore the reasons why Green Bay and Buffalo couldn't get to the Super Bowl. Plus, the guys dissect Aaron Rodgers' post-game comments.