The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
The Athletic
The Athletic’s flagship NFL podcast covers the league like only The Athletic can. Host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman dive into the biggest stories, break down the Xs and Os, and tackle the ins and outs of roster building. They meticulously follow the details of why we all love this sport and have plenty of fun along the way, bringing the expertise necessary to cover the NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Jan 10, 2022 • 56min
NFL Black Monday: Brian Flores, Matt Nagy, Mike Zimmer out & more news with Mike Sando
Robert Mays and The Athletic’s Mike Sando break down all of the NFL firings on Black Monday. They begin by discussing the Bears’ decision to move on from Matt Nagy and Ryan Pace and the end of Mike Zimmer and Rick Spielman’s tenure in Minnesota. They also talk about the surprise firing of Brian Flores and why the Giants are sticking with Joe Judge. They wrap by examining potential head coach candidates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 10, 2022 • 1h 24min
NFL playoff matchups, Chargers-Raiders tie almost happens, Colts season ends vs. Jaguars, Vic Fangio out & more
Following a chaotic ending to the 2021 NFL regular season, which almost appropriately ended in a tie between the Chargers and Raiders, Robert Mays and Nate Tice sift through the mess and discuss the most intriguing playoff matchups, from the 49ers & Cowboys renewing an old rivalry to the Bills facing the Patriots & more. Plus, the Colts season ends in embarrassing fashion at the hands of the Jaguars, Vic Fangio is out in Denver and more breaking headlines following the final whistle of week 18. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 7, 2022 • 52min
Week 18 NFL preview + picks
Week 18 is officially here! Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview the matchups with the most at stake. They break down Chargers-Raiders before discussing why the Rams have struggled against the 49ers’ offense. Plus, can Nate rebound after going 0-3 in his picks last week? Sheil Kapadia is back to explain his favorite lines heading into the final weekend of the regular season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 6, 2022 • 1h 34min
2021 NFL Awards: MVP picks, biggest WTF moments, games of the year & more + Saints team visit with Katherine Terrell
We're rounding out the 2021 NFL season by handing out some awards of our own, from Most Improved Player to WTF Moment of the Year and more before Lindsay Jones and Robert Mays dive into MVP talk, Coach of the Year, Exec of the Year and all the rest - then Saints writer for The Athletic, Katherine Terrell, stops by to weigh-in on Robert's Sean Payton trade hypothetical, the fans' desire to make a playoff run and more Saints talk.Discount code for The Athletic just in time for PLAYOFFS! theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 5, 2022 • 1h 20min
2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Defense
The 2021 NFL All-Pro team discussion continues with the defense. Robert Mays welcomes back Trench Warfare’s Brandon Thorn to help select the defensive line. Then, former NFL player and current ESPN analyst, Matt Bowen fills out the roster for linebackers and defensive backs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 5, 2022 • 1h 10min
2021 NFL All-Pro Team: Offense
On a special two-part episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays is joined by several guests to select the 2021 NFL All-Pro team. They begin with the offense and Nate Tice stops by to break down the quarterbacks, running backs, receivers and tight ends. Then, Trench Warfare’s Brandon Thorn weighs in on the offensive line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 4, 2022 • 51min
Mailbag: Best football timezone, playing for bad coaches, Elway's ideal QB, trading Derek Carr for Russell Wilson & more
It's almost playoff time, and your emails & voicemails are flowing in. From teams in need of a refresh to playoff worries, the All-Pro himself Mitchell Schwartz is here to shed light on playing in sour situations, what a Derek Carr for Russell Wilson trade could do for the Seahawks and the Raiders, finding some help for Ravens and Broncos fans, which timezone is truly the best for football and more with Robert Mays as week 18 arrives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 3, 2022 • 1h 32min
Week 17 Recap: Bengals-Chiefs doesn't disappoint, Antonio Brown quits, Cardinals handle Cowboys, playoff picture & could Matt Stafford doom the Rams?
It was a week of playoff clinching wins, confusing losses, and even more confusing behavior on the field as Joe Burrow and the Bengals wrap up the AFC North with a win over Patrick Mahomes the Chiefs , the Cowboys can't control of Kyler Murray, Antonio Brown literally quits on the Buccaneers, the Eagles stay alive, the Colts drop one to the Raiders, and could Matthew Stafford end up dooming the Rams' playoff run? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss these headlines and more from week 17 on a postgame Athletic Football Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 31, 2021 • 1h 20min
Week 17 NFL preview + picks
There are several important matchups on the slate for Week 17 and Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to preview what they are watching heading into the weekend. They discuss what’s at stake for the Bengals, if the Dolphins’ defense is for real, their excitement around the Cowboys and much more. Then, Sheil Kapadia looks to make a final push with his Week 17 picks against the spread. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 30, 2021 • 1h 6min
AFC & NFC wild card threat index
Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones start the show by discussing the latest COVID-19 changes across the NFL and the impact it could have on games as soon as this weekend. Plus, which wild card team poses the biggest threat heading into the playoffs? They rank who they believe could be the most dangerous teams from the AFC and NFC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
