The Schatz & Tanier NFL Podcast
FTN Media
Your go-to NFL podcast is here, hosted by DVOA creator Aaron Schatz and NFL legend Mike Tanier. Each week, Aaron and Mike round up the NFL action, offering unique insights and advanced stats that you won't find anywhere else. From breaking down game performances to analyzing team strategies, they bring their expertise and passion for the game to every episode. Whether you're a casual fan or a stats enthusiast, this podcast will elevate your understanding of the NFL and keep you informed throughout the season. Tune in for a statistical deep dive and stay ahead of the game!
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Aug 28, 2025 • 28min
2025 AFC West Preview
FTN Football Almanac 2025, now reduced price: https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacThis week, Mike and Aaron have on guest Bryan Knowles to preview the AFC West. Can anyone dethrone the Chiefs? Why do we like the Broncos so much, but not the Chargers? Have the Raiders discovered basic competence? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 20, 2025 • 33min
2025 AFC South Preview
FTN Almanac 2025 STILL AVAILABLE: https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacIt's a special Wednesday edition of the Schatz and Tanier podcast with guest Rivers McCown. Why do our projections put the Jaguars slightly ahead of the Texans in the AFC South? What do we think of Daniel Jones winning the Colts quarterback job? Can the Titans take a big step forward, and why isn't anyone paying attention to Cameron Ward? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 14, 2025 • 38min
2025 AFC North Preview
FTN Football Almanac 2025 is still available: https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacThis week, Mike and Aaron take a look at the AFC North. The Ravens are the No. 1 projected team by DVOA, but can they possibly get over that playoff hump? Will the Bengals just be all offense and no defense again? How will Aaron Rodgers fare with the Steelers, and who on earth is playing quarterback for the Browns? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 14, 2025 • 37min
2025 AFC East Preview Plus Vikings Revisited
FTN Football Almanac 2025: Get it at https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacFirst, Aaron and Mike are joined by Drew Magary from The Defector. He's got a bone to pick with our Minnesota Vikings projections! Then we preview the AFC East with guest Alex Blickle of FTN Fantasy. Can any team in this division challenge the Bills? How do the bad vibes in Miami battle with the good vibes in New England? Can Justin Fields save the Jets? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 31, 2025 • 31min
2025 NFC West Preview
FTN Football Almanac 2025: https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacThis week, Aaron Schatz and Mike Tanier preview the NFC West with special guest Bryan Knowles. With better health, will the 49ers be the team to beat again? Why do our projections like the Cardinals but frown on the Rams defense? What can the Seahawks offense do with Sam Darnold but no DK Metcalf? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 24, 2025 • 26min
2025 NFC South Preview
FTN Football Almanac 2025: https://www.ftnfantasy.com/almanacAaron and Mike are here to preview the NFC South. Is this just the Buccaneers' division? How good can the Falcons offense be? How screwed is the Saints salary cap, and why are our numbers so down on the Panthers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 17, 2025 • 34min
2025 NFC North Preview
Aaron and Mike talk about the NFC North with special guest Aaron Nagler of Cheesehead.TV. Can the Packers rise to take the division, or will it belong to the Lions again? How good can the Bears be? What will J.J. McCarthy be like for the Vikings? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jul 10, 2025 • 34min
2025 NFC East Preview
Aaron Schatz and Mike Tanier are back to preview the 2025 season and FTN Football Almanac 2025! We start in the NFC East with guest Dan Pizzuta. What's the surprise playoff prediction for this division between the Eagles and Commanders? Can anybody understand the Cowboys? How good can the Giants be with that pass rush? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 25, 2025 • 43min
2025 NFL Draft First Round Review
Aaron and Mike with special guest Benjamin Robinson of Grinding the Mocks review the first round of the 2025 NFL draft. Who were the biggest risers and fallers compared to mock drafts? Who is going to take Shadeur Sanders in Round 2? What did we think of the Travis Hunter trade, and did the Falcons give up too much for James Pearce Jr.? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 17, 2025 • 37min
2025 NFL Draft Preview Part II
It's part II of our draft preview for 2025. Let's go through all our projection systems to talk about players we like more and less than the public: quarterbacks, running backs, edge rushers, and wide receivers! It's a great year for running backs, the quarterbacks come out higher than you think, and the edge rusher numbers are fascinating. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
