Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to run through the biggest stories out of minicamps. Aaron Rodgers spoke from Steelers minicamp (0:25), some superstar players did not report to camp (9:40), and the Bengals are mishandling contracts again (11:48). Then, we check in on the Dolphins from inside the fish tank (17:43) and head over to the Dawg Pound (33:43) before hearing from Stefon Diggs for the first time since the boating incident (47:55). Finally, we hit some other news items (51:03) and wrap up with a new installment of Remember the Titans? (54:04) 0:00 Mandatory Minicamps Underway 0:25 Aaron Rodgers reported in Pittsburgh 9:40 Players Not Reporting 11:48 Bengals contract disasters 17:43 Into the Fish Tank 33:43 Over to the Dawg Pound 47:55 Stefon Diggs update 51:03 Other NFL News 54:04 Remember the Titans? 1:02:08 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on the latest NFL news as mandatory minicamps begin around the league! To start, we announce that Heed the Call is now officially an award-winning podcast (2:19) before Conor joins the show (6:59). Then we hit the news, starting with a flashback to June 27, 2022 (10:13). QB Aaron Rodgers finally signed with Pittsburgh (14:34), RB Nick Chubb has agreed to a one-year deal with the Texans (23:47), the Packers are releasing CB Jaire Alexander (26:35), and Kirk Cousins is expected to attend Falcons' mandatory minicamp (30:20). After that, we welcome on The Athletic's Zak Keefer for a new installment of Flashpoint Focus on the Indianapolis Colts (36:52) to hit on the passing of Jim Irsay and Anthony Richardson's future. 0:00 Intro 2:19 Heed the Call: An Award-Winning Podcast 6:59 Conor Orr joins 10:13 NFL News 14:34 Aaron Rodgers finally signs with Pittsburgh 23:47 Nick Chubb signs with Texans 26:35 Packers releasing CB Jaire Alexander 30:01 Bengals release LB Germaine Pratt 30:20 Kirk Cousins expected to report to Falcons mandatory minicamp 36:52 Flashpoint Focus: Indianapolis Colts 57:39 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to look at Conor's recent column for Sports Illustrated: 100 Bold Predictions for the 2025 NFL Season! And we hit the HTC Mailbag to close out the show. 0:00 It’s Conor’s Birthday 10:16 100 Bold Predictions for the 2025 NFL Season 11:13 Derek Carr returning from retirement? 14:15 Kyler Murray on a new team? 22:56 49ers bounce back? 29:09 Caleb Williams noise 33:08 Lions taking a step back? 38:20 NFL moving to draft lottery system? 42:30 The end of a beloved fan icon? 50:21 HTC Mailbag 1:05:50 Wrap Up --------- Check out Conor's article here: https://www.si.com/nfl/100-bold-predictions-2025-nfl-season --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on some news from around the league. We are officially post-June 1, which means we could see a ramp up in league activity (5:12). Frank Ragnow surprisingly announced his retirement from pro football (13:14), Kyle Pitts is drawing trade interest (17:15), Stefon Diggs could be a Patriots cut candidate (22:41) but we have a special guest on to speak in his defense (25:49), Russell Wilson believes in greatness (35:55), Jason Kelce has the perfect solution for our Olympic Flag Football debate (42:43), the Eagles have traded Bryce Huff to the 49ers (50:10), and we hold a funeral for an NFL sh*tposter (51:41). 0:00 Intro 5:12 Post-June 1st in the NFL 6:54 NFL News 13:14 Frank Ragnow announces his retirement 17:15 Kyle Pitts draws trade interest 22:41 Stefon Diggs a possible cut candidate? 25:49 Our Special Guest joins 35:55 Russell Wilson believes in greatness 42:43 Jason Kelce has the Olympics Flag Football solution 50:10 49ers trade for DE Bryce Huff 51:41 A Funeral 57:03 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on some news as Organized Team Activities are underway across the NFL! To start, we cover the Trope Alerts you need to be looking out for (2:18) before diving into the news (12:16): the Steelers quarterback situation is still unsettled (13:37), some top players are missing from OTA practices (26:23), Stefon Diggs might be having a little too much fun on a boat (29:39), the NFL's VP of Broadcast Planning & Scheduling responds to Joe Burrow's schedule comments (40:06). Then, we check in on Conor Orr's well-being after a strange phone call over the weekend (46:47). After that, did Shedeur Sanders really spend $500,000 on a Rolls Royce (50:54)? And we debate the merits of NFL players joining the United States Olympic Flag Football team (58:55). 0:00 Intro 2:18 Offseason Tropes in Full Swing 12:16 NFL News 13:37 Steelers QB Situation 26:23 Players Absent from OTAs 29:39 Stefon Diggs on a Boat 35:13 Break 40:06 NFL Responds to Joe Burrow’s Comments 46:47 Checking in on Conor’s wellbeing 50:54 Shedeur Sanders’ Rolls Royce  58:55 NFL and Flag Football Olympics 1:11:30 Wrap Up --------- Take advantage of Ridge’s once-a-year Father’s Day Sale and get UP TO 40% OFF right now by going to ⁠https://ridge.com/HEED⁠ #Ridgepod --------- Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/0l39z7gk #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, we may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr & James Palmer to run through some NFL headlines and discuss the biggest boom or bust players for the 2025 NFL season. But first, Marc recounts his weekend acting role (2:03). Then, we get into the news (8:18): Nick Sirianni and the Eagles have agreed to a multi-year extension (8:49), NFL owners will vote this week on the proposal to ban the Tush Push and other potential rule changes (17:28), Brock Purdy is officially a franchise quarterback (20:39), Shedeur Sanders wouldn't swap jerseys with Cam Ward at the NFLPA rookie event (34:22), and a dramatic Caleb Williams story is included in a new book by Seth Wickersham (41:40). Finally, we get to our biggest boom our bust players for the 2025 NFL season (51:25), including Anthony Richardson, Christian McCaffrey, and more! 0:00 Intro 2:03 Marc’s First Acting Role 8:18 NFL News 8:49 Nick Sirianni’s Contract Extension 17:28 Tush Push Ban to be voted on this week 20:39 Brock Purdy Gets Paid 34:22 Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders at NFLPA Rookie Event 41:40 Caleb Williams story 51:25 Biggest Boom or Bust Players for 2025 1:13:51 Wrap Up --------- Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code HTC at https://bruntworkwear.com/HTC! #bruntpod --------- Take advantage of Ridge’s Memorial Day Sale and get UP TO 40% off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/HEED #Ridgepod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue and Michael-Shawn Dugar to react to the full 2025 NFL schedule! But first, we wonder if the NFL should consider adopting a draft lottery (0:39). Then, we look at the Week 1 matchups (16:00), other schedule notes and the holiday games (27:31), and the international slate (38:53). Finally, we close the show with other NFL headlines (43:56), and Conor Orr pops in to share his thoughts (55:01). 0:00 NFL Schedule Release 0:39 Should the NFL adopt the draft lottery? 10:21 Celebrities at the Knicks game 13:38 NFL Schedule Reaction! 16:00 Week 1 27:31 Other Schedule Notes & Holiday Slate 38:53 International Games 43:56 Other NFL News 55:01 Conor Orr Joins 1:03:13 Wrap Up --------- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code 'HTC' at http://www.shopmando.com! #mandopod --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to run through the hottest NFL headlines in mid May! To start, we have an honest conversation about Marc's love for the Browns and the hope of Shedeur Sanders (1:42). After that, we cover the news: Saints QB Derek Carr has announced his retirement from pro football (13:21), Browns LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah will miss the 2025 season (35:27), Giants rookie DE Abdul Carter finally has a number (37:16), Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson has not communicated with the Bengals about a contract extension (43:27), and Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter helped a woman on an airplane (49:30). Before signing off, we check in on Dov Kleiman (54:29) and wrap up with a Zeusser Media Minute (1:03:12). 1:42 Marc likes Shedeur Sanders 12:15 NFL News 13:21 Derek Carr announces retirement 35:27 LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah out for 2025 season 37:16 Abdul Carter has a number 43:27 Trey Hendrickson contract dispute 49:30 Travis Hunter’s act of kindness 54:29 Dov Kleiman Check In 1:03:12 Zeusser Media Minute 1:07:27 Wrap Up --------- This episode of Heed the Call is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HTC and get on your way to being your best self. --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to react to some blockbuster NFL news and look ahead to offseason storylines! To start, we cover the Steelers trading WR George Pickens to the Cowboys (8:57), TE Dallas Goedert's new deal with the Eagles (17:03), and the Jaguars releasing WR Gabe Davis (19:49). After that, the heroes share potential NFL offseason storylines that - if true - would rattle the NFL world (23:04). Crazy? Maybe. Plausible? Absolutely. What if the NFL expands its weekend coverage? What if the international slate extended for the entire season? What if Aaron Rodgers doesn't join the Steelers? What if a prominent NFL reporter is kidnapped? All this and more! 0:00 Welcome 8:57 Cowboys trade for WR George Pickens 17:03 Eagles finalizing deal with TE Dallas Goedert 19:49 Jaguars release WR Gabe Davis 23:04 Strange Offseason Storylines That Might Happen 26:46 Story #1  33:52 Story #2  40:19 Story #3 51:47 Rapid-Fire Round of Stories 1:04:36 Wrap Up --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to reveal a methodically calculated list of the top ten most optimistic NFL teams for the 2025 season. But first, we hit some news (5:52): the 2027 NFL draft will be held in Washington, D.C. (6:25), QB Matthew Stafford and the Rams finally agreed on a new contract (9:20), DE Abdul Carter is again rejected when attempting to bring a Giants jersey number out of retirement (13:18), the 49ers declined trade offers for TE George Kittle before extending him (21:27), and we have more updates on Bill Belichick's personal life (24:48). Then, we get to the Optimism Rankings (30:52), running through the top ten in reverse order before Marc reveals the five LEAST optimistic teams heading into this season (1:19:46). 0:00 Welcome 5:52 NFL News 6:25 2027 NFL Draft to be held in Washington D.C. 9:20 Matthew Stafford’s new contract 13:18 Abdul Carter still doesn’t have a jersey number 21:27 49ers News 24:48 Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson Update 28:19 Brunt 30:52 NFL Optimism Rankings for 2025 32:24 #10: Las Vegas Raiders 36:05 #9: New England Patriots 40:09 #8: Denver Broncos 43:31 #7: Baltimore Ravens 45:59 Justin Tucker breaking news 52:13 #6: Buffalo Bills 54:55 #5: Kansas City Chiefs 59:48 #4: Chicago Bears 1:03:18 #3: Washington Commanders 1:08:24 #2: Detroit Lions 1:12:18 #1: Philadelphia Eagles 1:19:46 The Five Least Optimistic Teams 1:25:13 Wrap Up --------- Get $10 off BRUNT with code ‘HTC’ at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/HTC --------- Support the Heed the Call Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/heedthecall Start playing today on Underdog Fantasy! Sign up with code 'HTC' for up to $1000 in Bonus Cash: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-heed-the-call Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369 Join the #48.4 movement by subscribing to the new Heed the Call YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heedthecallpod To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices