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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 5, 2023 • 1h 3min
In The Pocket: Baker's resurgence, Josh Dobbs' potentially career-altering season, spotting a well-coached defense, and more
One month into the season, did you expect to be talking about Baker Mayfield and Josh Dobbs? Yeah, us too. Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig into those two quarterbacks, the mess and Pittsburgh, and the hallmarks of a well-coached defense on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's In The Pocket.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Chase on Twitter: @ChaseDanielSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 12min
Prospects to Pros: Checking in on NFL rookies after one month in the league
The NFL Draft class of 2023 has now played one month's worth of pro games? What are the earliest of early returns? Nate Tice and Dane Brugler discuss C.J. Stroud, Puka Nacua, Jalen Carter and all the rest on this episode of The Athletic Football Show's Prospects to Pros.Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 3, 2023 • 51min
Keefer and the Beats: Big picture in Tennessee, drama in Chicago, and a complete team in San Francisco
Is this the last dance for Ryan Tannehill and Derrick Henry? It has been a month for the Bears. And the 49ers seem to have a complete team in all three phases of the game. Zak Keefer is joined by beat writers, Kevin Fishbain (Bears), Joe Rexrode (Titans) and Matt Barrows (49ers) to break down and discuss this all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 13min
Week 4 Recap: Bills over Dolphins, Ravens take control of AFC North, Patriots and Saints disappoint, and more
The Bills scored the biggest win of Week 4, knocking off the Dolphins to take early control of the AFC East. The Ravens, meanwhile, might already have control of a division many thought would be the best in the league. That's just two of the topics Robert Mays and Nate Tice hit in the Week 4 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 30, 2023 • 58min
Football GM: TNF recap, good start for C.J. Stroud, and the Jets leadership
Mike Sando and Randy Mueller recap the Lions Thursday night win over the Packers along with their thoughts on each team. A look at C.J. Stroud's start to the season. What the guys see in the Jets leadership. The Browns are looking better. And which of the four remaining winless teams will still be winless after Week 4? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2023 • 1h 11min
Week 4 Preview: Dolphins-Bills, Ravens-Browns, 0-3 teams Would You Rather?, picks and more
We've got a couple of doozies on the Week 4 slate. Where might the showdown between the Dolphins and Bills be decided? How will the Ravens offense and Browns defense go after one another? Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys play a game of Would You Rather? with the 0-3 teams, go Under the Hood on the Eagles offense, make some picks for Week 4, and more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: Now, save $400 on the New Sleep Number® c4 smart bed. Plus, special financing for a limited time. Only at Sleep Number® stores or sleepnumber.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 28, 2023 • 60min
In the Pocket: Brock Purdy's production, Justin Hebert's performance, Kirk Cousins set to hit free agency this spring
In this edition of In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss the impressive day from CJ Stroud against the Jaguars. What Brock Purdy's production means in the 49ers offseason. One heck of a performance from Justin Herbert. What happens to Kirk Cousins the rest of the season? And how Davante Adams seems a bit frustrated in Las Vegas and more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Chase on Twitter: @ChaseDanielSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: Now, save $400 on the New Sleep Number® c4 smart bed. Plus, special financing for a limited time. Only at Sleep Number® stores or sleepnumber.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 27, 2023 • 1h 7min
Prospects to Pros: Notre Dame-OSU takeaways, Pac-12 QBs lighting it up, fun Week 5 matchups, and more
Nate Tice and Dane Brugler look back at Week 4 and ahead to Week 5 in college football on this episode of Prospects to Pros. They break down the performances of draft prospects in last weekend's Notre Dame-Ohio State game, talk about all the fun Pac-12 quarterbacks are having, look ahead to some big opportunities for specific players in Week 5, and more.Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Miller Coors: Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/COOLIGANSThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: Now, save $400 on the New Sleep Number® c4 smart bed. Plus, special financing for a limited time. Only at Sleep Number® stores or sleepnumber.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 26, 2023 • 56min
Keefer and the Beats: Peeling back the curtain in Week 3
Is this a must win year for the Chargers? Could the Browns defense be the best in football? With their best player on the sideline, the Colts are 2-1. Zak Keefer is joined by Chargers beat writer Daniel Popper, Browns beat writer Zac Jackson and Colts beat writer James Boyd to discuss all of this and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 13min
Week 3 recap: Dolphins explode for 70 points, Cowboys and Jaguars fall flat, Myles Garrett goes off, and more
Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Week 3 across the NFL. They discuss the Dolphins going off for 70 points, disappointing games from the Cowboys and Jaguars, a great defensive effort from the Lions, Myles Garrett's big day, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Miller Coors: Get Coors Light delivered straight to your door with Drizly or Instacart by going to coorslight.com/COOLIGANSThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: Now, save $400 on the New Sleep Number® c4 smart bed. Plus, special financing for a limited time. Only at Sleep Number® stores or sleepnumber.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
