The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

From Super Bowl or Bust to Mock Draft Enthusiasts, breaking all 32 teams into six tiers; Plus, Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills

Oct 15, 2024

Zack Rosenblatt, Jets beat reporter for The Athletic, shares insider insights into the recent chaos surrounding the New York Jets and the implications of trading star receiver Davante Adams. David Helman from Fox Sports joins later to break down the NFL landscape, categorizing all 32 teams into six tiers, from Super Bowl hopefuls to Mock Draft enthusiasts. They also discuss the shocking trade of Amari Cooper to the Bills and analyze how these moves affect team strategies and playoff prospects across the league.

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David Helman

Zack Rosenblatt

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Quick takeaways

The trade of Davante Adams to the Jets signifies their urgent push for a successful season amid coaching changes.

Robert Saleh's firing illustrates the Jets' instability and highlights the pressure on coaching staff in professional football.

Tiering NFL teams into categories like Super Bowl contenders and Mock Draft Enthusiasts provides a clearer picture of their playoff hopes.

Injuries heavily impact NFL team dynamics, emphasizing the need for depth and adaptability in maintaining competitive performance.

Deep dives

Jets Trade Highlights Offseason Moves

The significant trade of wide receiver Devontae Adams to the New York Jets raises the team's offensive profile. This decision emphasizes the Jets' commitment to their current season, particularly in light of their coach's recent firing. Adams brings valuable experience and chemistry with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, potentially enhancing offensive efficiency. Despite being a notable acquisition for the playoff push, concerns linger about the Jets' overall ability to contend due to their current record.

Intro

5min

Team Decisions and Future Prospects

16min

Struggles and Strategies: An NFL Team's Journey

7min

Navigating NFL Team Challenges

6min

NFL Team Rankings and Playoff Prospects

20min

Evaluating NFL Team Defenses and Wild Card Potential

4min

NFL Playoff Projections: Team Evaluations

18min

NFL Team Dynamics and Performance Challenges

21min

NFL Rankings and Podcast Highlights with Special Promotions

3min

Never a dull moment for the New York Jets, huh? The Athletic's Jets beat reporter Zack Rosenblatt joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to break down the tumultuous week in Jets land. Then, David Helman from Fox Sports hops on with Robert to separate all 32 teams into six tiers, from Super Bowl or Bust (think Chiefs, Ravens, Lions) to Mock Draft Enthusiasts (think Panthers, Browns, Patriots).

Rundown

Davante Adams traded to Jets
Behind the Robert Saleh firing

Super Bowl or Bust
Locked-In Playoff Teams
Deserving Wild Cards
Clinging to Playoff Dreams
BREAKING: Amari Cooper to the Bills!
Outside Looking In
Mock Draft Enthusiasts

Host: Robert Mays

With: Zack Rosenblatt and David Helman

Executive Producer: Michael Beller

Producer: Michael Beller

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