The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL What we're excited to watch in Week 1 + A new look for The Athletic Football Show
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Sep 4, 2025 The NFL season kicks off with high anticipation! The hosts delve into thrilling matchups like Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen and the Chiefs facing the Chargers. They scrutinize the Bears' new strategies and discuss the Giants' ability to create an unpredictable game experience. Excitement bubbles over for various games, including potential 'uh-oh' scenarios. Plus, there's a nod to the young quarterbacks making their mark. Join the conversation as fans gear up for an electrifying start to the season!
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New Studio, Live Shows, And Community
- Robert Mays describes the new Athletic Football Show studio in Chicago and how they'll watch games together there all season.
- He highlights live recap and preview plans and invites listeners to the show's Discord and YouTube channel.
Ravens-Bills Reveals Supporting Casts
- The Ravens-Bills matchup is an early test beyond quarterbacks for both teams' supporting casts and fronts.
- The game will reveal how Buffalo's skill group and Baltimore's offensive line match up against top defenses.
Treat Week 1 As Process, Not Verdict
- Don't overreact to Week 1 results; treat opening games as process indicators rather than definitive season outcomes.
- Focus on deployment and structural clues instead of final score when measuring early progress.