The Ringer NFL Show

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark get you set for NFL’s Week 5, including why Seahawks-Rams is the most interesting matchup of the season so far (06:45), how Deshaun Watson might get into big trouble against the Chiefs defense (10:15), and why the Cowboys might never be as good as they were a season ago (20:30). Then, Kevin recommends full tank mode for the Giants (24:30), Robert predicts a...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier banter about the lack of clock management in Washington's loss to Kansas City (01:00), a brilliant PR move by Hue Jackson (13:00), the woeful Joe Flacco (17:00), and what the four winless teams have in common (22:00). Then they take a look at the best job in college football (25:45) and discuss whether Sam Darnold will stay in school next year (33:00)...

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark recap a wild Week 4 in the NFL, examining why a prolific Deshaun Watson makes the Texans one of the scariest teams (02:45), why the Patriots have by far the biggest flaw of any contender (11:45), and how Seahawks-Rams has become the most exciting Week 5 matchup (19:30). Then, The Ringer’s Danny Kelly joins the show to explain why our days of enjoying Beast...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier analyze the personnel problem in New England (02:30), the Deshaun Watson effect in Houston (06:00), a big win in Big D for Sean McVay and the Rams (13:00). Then they predict the media's response to Jay Cutler's performance (16:30) and give out some awards for this week (25:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark dig into Week 4 in the NFL, beginning with a recap of the Bears vs. Packers game that reminded everyone how serious head injuries are in the NFL (02:00). Then, the guys discuss why this is the weekend when we learn how good the Panthers and Patriots are (11:30), how the Rams high-powered offense will finally be tested in Dallas (18:00), and why the Jaguars...

The Ringer’s Kevin Clark and Bryan Curtis predict the effects of recent events from the week in football by questioning what the NFL’s united front in response to President Trump's comments means (1:21), debating how diagnosing CTE in living people would stifle the popularity of football (11:18), and speculating on whether Trump’s attacks on the NFL will continue (30:17). Learn more about your ad...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier analyze the unimpressive offensive line play in Week 3 (03:30), the myth of aging quarterbacks (08:45), the messy AFC East (21:00), the Carolina Panthers' defensive dilemmas (26:00), the Luke Falk–Sam Darnold matchup on Friday (34:30), and Donald Trump vs. the NFL (40:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark recap Week 3 in the NFL, including how this weekend’s player protests created a real opportunity for meaningful change (03:00) and how the game on the field has become impossible to predict. Then the guys discuss why the Titans are who we thought they were (10:00), how the Patriots are the kings of making a play every time they need to (19:15), and how one...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss the most memorable moments from Sunday's games (03:00), underperforming quarterback performances (05:45), impending story lines for this week (16:30), and wrap up by handing out some awards for Week 3 (25:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Kevin Clark and Robert Mays preview the four most intriguing matchups in Week 3 (04:00) and discuss the future of international games in the NFL (21:00). Michael Lombardi joins the show to examine the Texans going into New England (29:30) and Dallas playing the Cardinals (36:00). Then Danny Kelly calls in to give out some fantasy football dark horses (45:00). Finally, Kevin and Mays w...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss the lack of leadership in Dallas (02:30), the statement made by the Lions defense (08:00), Ben McAdoo and the Giants offensive line (12:30), Sean Payton in September (16:00), and Mason Rudolph's draft stock (23:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark break down Week 2 in the NFL, including the reason why no one plays well in September (02:45), some serious flaws that the Patriots are facing (10:30), and where Drew Brees will play next season (hint: It’s NOT New Orleans) (13:45). Then, Kevin explains why the Cowboys will be just fine (18:00), Robert reveals his Ringer of the Week (20:00), and Danny Kelly...

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss the Raiders obliterating the Jets (02:00), Pittsburgh's domination over Minnesota (07:00), a classic Patriot win (12:30), Jason Garrett's comments on Dak Prescott (24:00), and a big win for the Falcons over Green Bay (29:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Kevin Clark and Robert Mays preview Week 2 in the NFL, including their favorite matchups (03:30), who could be the worst team in the league (25:00), and a new ceiling for the Jaguars (29:00). Then, Michael Lombardi joins to explain the underwhelming offense in Cincinnati (36:30), and Danny Kelly chimes in to praise the Chargers' defensive schemes (52:00). Finally, Robert and Kevin end...

The Ringer's Michael Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss whether or not Trevor Siemian can save the Broncos (02:30), a new-look Raiders defense (05:00), a victorious yet unhappy Joe Flacco (13:30), and the top draft prospects in college football (19:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark react to a wild Week 1 in the NFL, including how the Cowboys regained their NFC contender status Sunday night (03:30) and how the Seahawks may have lost theirs (08:00). Then, the guys discuss how the Raiders and Marshawn Lynch are the perfect mix of fun and force (10:00), why running backs won’t play a role in playoff races this season (20:00), and how some...

Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier react to the Sunday slate of Week 1 games. Topics include: Cowboys-Giants (1:26), Andy Dalton's donut (14:33), Le'Veon's lackluster return (23:15), and the Rams' rout (26:35). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark kick off their regular-season show by discussing the shocking Chiefs win over the Patriots (01:30) and why Kansas City will never be in perfect form again this season (05:00). Then the guys look at a possible NFC championship preview in Green Bay (09:30), how Dak Prescott’s true test is still to come (16:30), and why Aaron Donald should sit out the entire s...

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss the backlash from Eagles fans regarding Lombardi's comments on Doug Pederson (01:30), new Buccaneer T.J. Ward (13:30), and dividing snaps in Chicago (18:00), and then preview a few Week 1 matchups (24:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark answer the final four of 33 Preseason Questions leading up to opening night, including why Andrew Luck's absence could cost the Colts their season (03:45) and how one transaction from this weekend makes an NFC West team an instant Super Bowl contender (05:00). Then, the guys make their predictions for Coach of the Year (10:00), Offensive and Defensive Rooki...

The Ringer’s Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss the implications of the weekend’s big moves in football: what Andrew Luck’s shoulder injury means for the Colts (1:10), the Patriots’ motivations behind trading Jacoby Brissett for Phillip Dorsett (4:15), and the Seahawks’ rising Super Bowl chances after acquiring Sheldon Richardson (16:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark continue answering 33 Preseason Questions leading up to opening night, including how the Titans have revealed some secret weapons (03:00), why rookie quarterbacks are on the rise in Chicago and Kansas City (09:00), and how another soon-to-be-former Jet could be joining Brandon Marshall on the Giants (12:45). Then, The Ringer’s own Danny Kelly joins the show...

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier conclude Lombardi's blue-chip countdown on the sidelines by discussing Al Davis's view of coaching (02:00), the top offensive generals in the NFL (08:00), the best defensive play callers (27:30), and the elite special-teams coaches (39:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark continue answering 33 Preseason Questions leading up to opening night. They explore some preseason injuries that have more fantasy impact than Julian Edelman’s (04:00) and discuss whether the Falcons could be even better this year despite taking an offensive step back (14:00). Then, the guys consider whether the Seahawks defense is among the best of all-tim...

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark continue answering 33 Preseason Questions *by focusing on the* best bets for gamblers this season, including why the leading passer won’t be named Brady, Brees, or Rodgers (05:00) and how two Chargers are your best bets to lead the league in receiving and rushing (07:30). Then, the guys discuss some truly long-shot bets worth looking at (17:00), an AFC Nort...