The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

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

Sep 9, 2024

Dak Prescott shines in the conversation, showcasing his impressive skills as the Dallas Cowboys quarterback. Josh Allen, known for his athletic prowess, highlights the thrilling moments of the NFL's opening week. The duo dives into the shocking underperformance of the Bengals and Falcons, dissecting what went wrong. They explore the Lions' overtime victory against the Rams and analyze the effectiveness of the Texans' rushing game. Listeners can expect lively discussions on rookie quarterbacks' challenges and what team's struggles mean for their seasons ahead.

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Josh Allen

Dak Prescott

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Quick takeaways

Dak Prescott's impressive performance indicates his pivotal role in the Cowboys' potential success this season.

The thrilling overtime game between the Lions and Rams showcased both teams' strategic strengths and weaknesses.

Rookie quarterbacks faced significant challenges, emphasizing the steep learning curve required to succeed in the NFL.

The disappointing performances of the Bengals and Falcons highlight potential issues in team dynamics and execution.

Deep dives

Thursday Night Football Returns

The excitement surrounding Thursday Night Football's return on Prime Video is palpable, particularly with the Buffalo Bills facing off against the Miami Dolphins. This match-up promises an engaging contest within the AFC East, kicking off at 7 p.m. Eastern. The coverage will include a special segment, 'TNF Tonight,' presented by Verizon, aiming to enhance the viewing experience for fans. With a 30-day free trial available for Prime members, this season promises to be a game-changer in football broadcasting.

Intro

3min

NFL Opening Week Thrills

7min

Analyzing NFL Performances: Cowboys and Beyond

16min

Defensive Strengths and Rushing Success

9min

NFL Season Kickoff and Emotional Reactions to Game Performances

3min

NFL Opening Struggles and Strategies

12min

NFL Offense and Defense Breakdown

14min

Quarterback Performance and Team Outlooks Post Week One

4min

Quarterback Challenges and Team Dynamics

20min

10.

Quarterback Performance Review and Upcoming Podcast Schedule

4min

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

With: Mike Sando

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

Producer: Michael Beller

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