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Sep 21, 2023 • 1h 1min

In The Pocket: Justin Fields' struggles, Tua Tagovailoa's ascent, Sam Howell's flashes, and more

On the Week 2 edition of In The Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel dig deep into Justin Fields' struggles, trying to find a path forward for the Bears' quarterback. They also heap praise on Tua Tagovailoa and Mike McDaniel, revel in their enjoyment of Sam Howell and Eric Bieniemy, and also discuss the play through two weeks of Bryce Young and Josh Allen.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Chase on Twitter: @ChaseDanielSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details.This episode is sponsored by Duer: Don't miss out - for 15% off, go now to shopduer.com and use my promo code: maysThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MAYS and get on your way to being your best self.This episode is sponsored by Burrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10 percent off your first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 20, 2023 • 1h 6min

Prospects to Pros, Mailbag Edition: Michael Penix Jr.'s place in the QB3 discussion, Keon Coleman the WR2?, top position groups in the '24 class, and more

Nate Tice and Dane Brugler open up the mailbag on this episode of Prospects to Pros. The guys discuss Michael Penix Jr. (and J.J. McCarthy) in the context of the QB3 race, consider how close Keon Coleman is to cementing himself as the WR2 in the class, and find some agreement on the best positions in this class, plus a whole lot more.Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details.This episode is sponsored by Duer: Don't miss out - for 15% off, go now to shopduer.com and use my promo code: maysThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MAYS and get on your way to being your best self.This episode is sponsored by Burrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10 percent off your first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 51min

Keefer and the Beats: It was a wild Week 2

In this Week 2 recap Zac Keefer is joined by Jets beat writer Zack Rosenblatt, Bengals beat writer Paul Dehner and Giants beat writer Dan Duggan. It's a discussion of comeback wins, QB franchise injuries and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 13min

Week 2 Recap: Cowboys smash Jets, Bengals fall to 0-2, Puka Nacua! and more

Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Week 2 in the NFL on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Are the Cowboys the best team in the league? Who's standing out in the NFC's second tier? Which teams disappointed in Week 2? The guys answer all those questions, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Nate on X: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details.This episode is sponsored by Duer: Don't miss out - for 15% off, go now to shopduer.com and use my promo code: maysThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MAYS and get on your way to being your best self.This episode is sponsored by Burrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10 percent off your first order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 16, 2023 • 1h 13min

Football GM: Week 2 preview, a season without Aaron Rodgers and more

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the start to Week 2. A look at the rookie quarterbacks in Week 2. The news about QB Aaron Rodgers forcing the NY Jets to go with QB Zach Wilson. And what will the Jets do if Wilson doesn't work out? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 15, 2023 • 1h 34min

Week 2 Preview: Ravens-Bengals, Chiefs-Jaguars, rethinking preseason takes, 'Are You Buying This?' and more

Robert Mays and Nate Tice get you ready for Week 2 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys consider the Week 1 struggles of some of the league's elite teams, look ahead to Ravens-Bengals and Chiefs-Jaguars, highlight some preseason takes they might already want back, and ask 'Are You Buying This?' about some of what we saw last week. Plus, Matchup of the Week. Tice's Touts, and more.Follow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Nate on X: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at linkedin.com/MAYS23.This episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 1h 5min

In the Pocket: Josh Allen's disastrous night, Jordan Love's big day, Anthony Richardson's debut, and more

On the first in-season episode of In the Pocket, Robert Mays and Chase Daniel discuss Josh Allen's struggles against the Jets, the pairing of Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur and Anthony Richardson's NFL debut. The guys also hit on Matthew Stafford carving up the Seahawks and Jim Schwartz's successful gameplan against Joe Burrow and the Bengals.Follow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Chase on X: @ChaseDanielSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at linkedin.com/MAYS23.This episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 13, 2023 • 58min

Prospects to Pros: QB3 candidates, Caleb Williams check-in, rookie standouts, and more

We just put a bow on Week 2 of the college football season, and we've already got our first bit on Prospects to Pros: Who's the QB3? Nate Tice and Dane Brugler discuss a few candidates on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also check in on Caleb Williams, highlight standouts on the defensive side of the ball, and give some love to the rookies who flashed in Week 1 of the NFL season.Follow Nate on X: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on X: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at linkedin.com/MAYS23.This episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 12, 2023 • 46min

Keefer and the Beats: A Week 1 focus on new quarterback and coach pairings

In the first edition of Keefer and the Beats, national NFL writer Zak Keefer welcomes Falcons beat writer Josh Kendall, Packers beat writer Matt Scheidman and Broncos beat writer Nick Kosimider to discuss their teams' Week 1 games. The conversation, as you might imagine, focuses on new coach and quarterback pairings.Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at linkedin.com/MAYS23.This episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sep 11, 2023 • 1h 16min

Week 1 Recap: Dolphins-Chargers fireworks, 49ers roll over the Steelers, Browns dominate the Bengals, and more

Your favorite Sunday night ritual is back. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to recap Week 1 of the NFL season. The guys dig into the Dolphins-Chargers showstopper, the 49ers' drubbing of the Steelers, the Browns wire-to-wire win over the Bengals, Trevor Lawrence-to-Calvin Ridley, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Nate on X: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is sponsored by LinkedIn. Right now, you can try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a sixty-day free trial at linkedin.com/MAYS23.This episode is sponsored by Sleep Number®: 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. Sleep Number. The Official Sleep and Wellness Partner of the National Football League. See store for details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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