The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
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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.
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Oct 12, 2021 • 33min
Addressing the Jon Gruden situation with Tashan Reed & Vic Tafur
The Athletic’s Tashan Reed and Vic Tafur join Robert Mays to discuss Jon Gruden’s resignation as Raiders’ head coach. They talk about the insensitive emails, the timing of the move and how owner Mark Davis has handled the situation. They also examine how this impacts the locker room, who will lead the team in the interim and where the organization goes from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 11, 2021 • 1h 15min
Bills-Chiefs' rainy rematch, kickers can't kick, Justin Herbert & Tom Brady defy logic, the Bears can run & more with Nate Tice
Josh Allen tops Patrick Mahomes at a rainy Arrowhead, Justin Herbert wins in a shootout, the Chicago Bears running game stuns the Raiders, kickers can't kick in week 5 and more with Robert Mays and Nate Tice on a NEW Athletic Football Show postgame edition.Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/MdLkB85m3ZMGet your discount to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 8, 2021 • 1h 20min
Breaking down the Bills and Browns defense and Daniel Jones’ development with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia makes good on his bets and his Week 5 picks
The Bills defense faces their first big test of the season against the Chiefs in Week 5. Robert Mays and Nate Tice kick off the “Friday Five” by discussing what they are looking to see from Buffalo on SNF. They also talk about Daniel Jones’ development, how the Browns will defend Justin Herbert, why they aren’t sold on the Bengals just yet and the 49ers offense with Trey Lance under center. Then, Sheil Kapadia makes good on his bets with a Terrible Towel and looks to redeem himself with his Week 5 picks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 7, 2021 • 1h 17min
Stephon Gilmore traded, Justin Fields named starter and the spotlight on Kyler Murray with Lindsay Jones + a Cincinnati Bengals team visit with Paul Dehner Jr.
Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones break down the Panthers deal for Stephon Gilmore, the Bears naming Justin Fields the starter and the spotlight on Kyler Murray and the undefeated Cardinals. Then, The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr. joins the show to talk about the Bengals’ surprisingly good defense, Joe Burrow’s progression and their Week 5 matchup with the Packers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 6, 2021 • 1h 27min
Rookie QB check-in with John Beck + discussing the Urban Meyer situation with Mitchell Schwartz
Robert Mays welcomes QB coach John Beck to break down what we’ve seen from the rookie QB class so far this year. Beck discusses the biggest challenges for these players in their first season as well as his work with Zach Wilson, Justin Fields and Trey Lance. Later in the show, Mitchell Schwartz talks about the Urban Meyer situation, how a QB can help his offensive line pre-snap and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 5, 2021 • 54min
Mailbag: Bills & Steelers concerns, the value of QBs, how to watch film, Baker Mayfield & more with Steven Ruiz
Steven Ruiz of The Ringer joins Robert Mays for the next Mailbag, taking your emails and voicemails coming out of week 4. Bills fans are worries. Steelers fans don't know what to do about Ben Roethlisberger. Browns fans are in limbo about Baker Mayfield. And how does Robert watch the NFL when looking to evaluate? These questions and more on a new Athletic Football Show.Voicemail line - 872-222-7073 Email - athleticfootballshow at gmail dot com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 4, 2021 • 1h 7min
Buccaneers-Patriots gets sloppy, the Dallas Cowboys look dangerous, Zach Wilson & Justin Fields get wins & more week 4 reaction with Nate Tice
Week 4 NFL action is nearing a close, and Robert Mays and Nate Tice have tons of thoughts on Sunday's slate of games.What happened in the in between Tom Brady, Bill Belichick & Buccaneers vs. Patriots?How dangerous are the Dallas Cowboys and Trevon Diggs right now?What about what Kyler Murray in Arizona and what's going on with rookie QBs Trey Lance, Justin Fields, Zach Wilson, and Trevor Lawrence?And Who's Got the Belt for week 4?All that and more on a postgame reaction edition of The Athletic Football Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 1, 2021 • 1h 31min
Previewing a loaded Week 4 slate with Nate Tice + Sheil Kapadia’s picks against the spread
The “Friday Five” this week is packed with marquee matchups. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down how Tom Brady will attack the Patriots defense before they preview Cowboys-Panthers and Cardinals-Rams. They also dive into Brandon Staley vs. Jon Gruden and a big test for the the Broncos’ defense against the Ravens. Finally, Sheil Kapadia looks to rebound in his pick competition with Nate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 30, 2021 • 1h 13min
Tom Brady’s return to New England, Richard Sherman’s deal with the Bucs and what’s at stake for Ben Roethlisberger with Lindsay Jones + a New York Giants team visit with Dan Duggan
Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss Richard Sherman’s deal with the Buccaneers and the WR injuries across the league. Then, they dive into Tom Brady’s return to New England, the Cardinals’ hot start and what’s at stake for Ben Roethlisberger in Week 4. Finally, The Athletic’s Giants writer Dan Duggan joins the show to talk about New York’s 0-3 start, the state of the franchise, Joe Judge and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2021 • 57min
Examining how NFL defenses are using pressure packages in 2021 with Chris Vasseur
Robert Mays welcomes on defensive guru Chris Vasseur (aka Coach Vass) to discuss pressure packages in 2021. They examine the Panthers’ defense and how they are using pressure this season. Plus, what are teams doing to keep themselves protected while being aggressive? How do they decide to fit pressure into their philosophy as a defense? They dive into those questions and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
