This is Football with Kevin Clark

Kevin Clark is joined by Kyle Brandt to discuss Caleb Williams & the Bears following their impressive showing against the Bills. How much credence should be given to preseason games? Plus, Kyle gives his thoughts on Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers after visiting the team at training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Broncos DB Patrick Surtain. The defensive player of the year winner explains what went into the Broncos dramatic turnaround on defense last season. Patrick details what needs to go right for the Broncos to make the leap to Super Bowl contenders. Then Denny Carter joins the show to give the players he thinks are poised for breakouts in fantasy football this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark travels to Michigan to check in with the 2024 NFC North champions. Penei Sewell reveals how he manages to maintain his work ethic and what inspires him to become better. Brad Holmes details what went into building this Lions roster & what he learned about his team through their rash of injuries at the end of last season. Plus, new OC John Morton gives insight into what wrinkles he may look to implement as he takes over his new role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark travels to Green Bay to catch up with the Packers. Jordan Love details what he’s looking to improve on this season and the lessons he learned from Aaron Rodgers. Hear what Matt LaFleur has seen from his team that has him encouraged about how they’ll fare this season. And GM Brian Gutekunst details what went into building the Packers roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark hits Pittsford, NY to catch up with one of the favorites in the AFC, the Buffalo Bills. Brandon Beane details a common misconception about the Bills roster construction and a lesson that was reinforced from watching the Eagles win the Super Bowl. Dion Dawkins takes unabridged with the Super Bowl or bust narrative surrounding the team & believes he’s been slighted with his Madden rating. Plus, Ray Davis gives insight into what it’s like to play alongside Josh Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark pays a visit to two AFC bluebloods to catch up with the head coaches of the Ravens & Steelers. John Harbaugh explains why he doesn't like the Super Bowl or bust narrative surrounding the Ravens. Meanwhile, Mike Tomlin understands why the media thinks the Steelers are all-in this year. Kyle Hamilton shares what he thinks the key is for the Ravens defense to pick up where they left off in the 2nd half of last season. Jaire Alexander shares his memories of playing with Lamar Jackson at Louisville. Plus, Cam Heyward on what the toughest thing about defending Aaron Rodgers has been historically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark hits Commanders training camp to catch up with Jayden Daniels. Hear what he’s looking to improve on in his second year. Dan Quinn discusses what principles went into changing the culture in Washington last season. Plus, Bobby Wagner on how offensive philosophies have changed since he entered the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark and Gregg Rosenthal dive into the sneakiest and most overlooked storylines from NFL training camps. From camp sightings to depth chart battles and rising stars, they spotlight what’s flying under the radar but could define the 2024 season. (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:38) Gregg Rosenthal Joins This Is Football!(2:55) Top 3 Sneaky Training Camp Storylines(3:45) Gregg's Trip To Japan(5:10) DeAndre Hopkins and Jaire Alexander In Baltimore(8:55) How Will The Ravens Will Replace Justin Tucker(9:45) What's Anthony Richardson's Future in the NFL?(19:45) Where will Cooper DeJean actually line up?(21:45) Are the Eagles’ best players… underrated now?(26:35) What if Travis Hunter can’t play both ways in the NFL?(31:15) Who is Mr. Jaguar?(32:35) The Saints’ QB dilemma: Who starts Week 1?Subscribe for weekly insider NFL stories and sharp preseason analysis from the field and front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who’s the best player in football right now? Kevin Clark and Mina Kimes break down their top picks including Josh Allen, Myles Garrett, Justin Jefferson, and Fred Warner. They also project the worst team heading into the season, discuss CJ Stroud’s development, and dive into expectations for the Giants. Plus: Kevin sounds off on "The War on Excuses." (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football! (1:05) Mina Kimes Joins The Show (1:45) Training Camp Tales(6:35) Who's The Best Player in Football?(10:45) Mina: Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Myles Garrett(13:10) Kevin: Saquon Barkley, Jordan Mailata, and Patrick Surtain(14:05) Mina: Fred Warner(15:35) Better WR: Justin Jefferson or Jamarr Chase? (17:35) Is Saquon Barkley The Best Player in Football?(18:10) Expectations for The Giants This Season(23:00) Who's Going To Be The Worst Team?(24:55) CJ Stroud's Potential Development(26:30) Addressing The War on Excuses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Hayden Winks to break down the most predictive stats heading into the 2025 NFL season. From Puka Nacua’s elite YPG to Jalen Hurts' dominance on critical downs, they spotlight the trends that could shape how teams win this year.In this episode: Why Puka Nacua’s 96.8 Yards/Game could explode in 2025, The 3 QBs pressured on less than 25% of dropbacks, Jalen Hurts' elite 3rd & 4th down EPA + success rate, and Mahomes' surprising short-pass tendencies (30.8% behind the LOS). (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:15) Hayden Winks Joins This Is Football (2:23) Favorite Stats to Project 2025 Trends(6:00) Favorite Stat: 2.5 Seconds Post Snap Throws(10:25) Favorite Stat: 3 QB's Pressured Under 25%(17:42) Favorite Stat: Puka Nacua's 96.8 YPG(21:15) Favorite Stat: Patrick Mahomes Passes 30.8% At Or Behind Line of Scrimmage(24:55) Favorite Stat: 3rd/4th Down Jalen Hurts Leads EPA + Success Rate(30:30) Favorite Stat: CJ Stroud Is The Most Pressured QB on 15+ Yard Passes (35:15) Thanks for Watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices