Scoop City: Inside The NFL

The New England Patriots, led by rookie quarterback Drake Maye and star wide receiver Stefon Diggs, pulled off a stunning upset over the Buffalo Bills on Sunday Night Football. Is this the beginning of a changing of the guard in the AFC East? The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini and former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel break down what made the Patriots’ victory so significant — and how Maye is quickly evolving into a franchise QB.In Philadelphia, Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos engineered a thrilling comeback win over the Eagles. Russini shares what she learned from her postgame conversation with Broncos head coach Sean Payton, while Daniel analyzes Nix’s performance and dissects a key two-point conversion using All-22 film. After suffering their first loss of the season, questions are starting to swirl around the Eagles’ offense and coaching staff.Meanwhile, in Baltimore, the Ravens are a team in turmoil. Can head coach John Harbaugh turn things around before it’s too late? Russini offers behind-the-scenes reporting from inside the organization, and Daniel draws on his NFL experience to explain what’s going wrong — and how players and coaches typically respond in times like these.Finally, is Dak Prescott the frontrunner for NFL MVP through five weeks? Daniel makes a strong case for the Dallas Cowboys quarterback, pointing to his efficiency, leadership, and big-play ability in critical moments. If Prescott keeps playing at this level, the MVP conversation may be over sooner than expected.Don’t miss this in-depth Week 5 recap from Scoop City — your trusted source for insider NFL reporting, quarterback analysis, and smart, film-driven breakdowns. Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🎤Scoop City returns to take you inside the NFL with host James Palmer. The Athletic's senior writer for the Ravens, Jeff Zrebiec joins us live from the Ravens practice facility in Owings Mills to share the latest on the panic meter in Baltimore after the teams 1-3 start to the season.🎯The Athletic's staff writer for the Giants, Charlotte Carroll joins us outside the practice facility in East Rutherford to talk with James about how New York plans for Jaxson Dart's second game as the starter and how the team plans to adjust the offense with the loss of WR Malik Nabers.🤕 The Athletic's senior writer for the Commanders, Nicki Jhabvala joins us from Commanders practice, where they are dealing with a host of injuries on the offensive side of the ball. Quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to return this week after missing two weeks with a knee sprain, but will be without some key weapons in the passing game.🦬Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic's staff writer for the Bills joins us ahead of Buffalo's AFC East showdown with the Patriots on Sunday Night. Joe and James discuss the issues with the Bills defense, the importance of James Cook and how Josh Allen continues to play at an MVP Level.☑️The Athletic's senior writer for the Patriots, Chad Graff joins us from Gillette Stadium as the Patriots prepare for the Bills. Drake Maye is looking to build on his week 4 performance and Chad discusses WR Stefon Diggs emotional return to Buffalo.🐆 Jaguars defensive end Arik Armstead joins Dianna Russini and James Palmer to talk about the Jags 3-1 start to the season. Armstead discusses new head coach Liam Coen's personality, Travis Hunter's preparation and the how the Jags defense is getting so many turnovers.📈 Finally, senior Fantasy writer Jake Ciely joins James Palmer to get your lineup set for week 5. Jake shares what players have great matchups this week, the best waiver wire targets and if you should buy into Darren Waller's breakout performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does Lamar Jackson’s injury mean for the Baltimore Ravens and the AFC North? Why are the Cleveland Browns handing the keys to Dillon Gabriel? Is Jaxson Dart’s playing style a concern for the New York Giants? Will Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones try to extend George Pickens? And is there hope for struggling teams?Scoop City returns to take you inside the NFL with The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini and co-host James Palmer. What’s the timetable for Jackson’s hamstring injury, and what does it mean for the AFC North? Russini has the latest intel on the Ravens quarterback.Plus, find out what went into the Browns’ decision to bench Joe Flacco in favor of rookie Dillon Gabriel and why Shedeur Sanders is still third on Cleveland's QB depth chart.The Athletic’s senior NFL writer Mike Sando joins to break down the AFC North and discuss Dart’s playing style. Should the Giants be concerned about the rookie quarterback putting himself in harm’s way? Sando shares the latest from New York and around the league. Plus, friend of the show Mike Silver visits Scoop City fresh off a trip to Dallas. The Athletic’s senior NFL writer shares stories from his conversation with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones. Silver takes you behind the scenes of the reaction to Micah Parsons' return to Dallas.Finally, Chris Branch of The Pulse is back with two burning questions: Is there any hope for teams currently struggling early in the season? Russini and Palmer tackle that one. Plus, how do you get picky toddlers to actually eat? Russini and Palmer share their best parenting tips with Branch.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Drop your predictions for Week 5 in the comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the Dallas Cowboys squandering an MVP-caliber season from quarterback Dak Prescott? What’s the latest on Lamar Jackson’s injury status? Did the New York Giants find their franchise QB in Jaxson Dart? And is there any hope left for the winless Tennessee Titans and Cam Ward?Scoop City is back with another action-packed Monday episode. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini is joined by former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel and co-host James Palmer to break down the biggest stories and moments from Week 4 in the NFL.Dak Prescott & the CowboysPrescott impressed again during Dallas’ Sunday night matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Are the Cowboys maximizing his MVP-level play? Daniel breaks down key plays and what the film says about Prescott’s performance.Lamar Jackson Injury UpdateRussini has the latest intel on Lamar Jackson’s injury. How long will the Baltimore Ravens be without their former MVP? And what will the offense look like in his absence?Malik Nabers Injury NewsJust minutes before going live, Russini confirmed a major blow for the New York Giants—wide receiver Malik Nabers has suffered a torn ACL and will miss the rest of the season.Jaxson Dart's BreakoutDespite the injury setback, the Giants may have found a bright spot in rookie QB Jaxson Dart. Daniel analyzes two crucial plays and explains why Dart may be the answer under center.Tennessee Titans StrugglesFrustration is boiling over in Tennessee. After a 26-0 loss to the Houston Texans, Titans quarterback Cam Ward didn’t hold back in his postgame comments. What’s next for this winless squad?Like the show? Be a friend, tell a friend—and don’t forget to subscribe for weekly NFL breakdowns, insider info, and expert analysis.Rookie QB Jaxson Dart debuts as the starter for the New York Giants against the Los Angeles Chargers. Chase breaks down what he saw from Dart and how the young QB can help get New York back on track following their first win of the season. The Scoop City team has you covered with intel from the biggest matchup and most interesting storylines. Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How will Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons react in his first game against the Dallas Cowboys? Is the Philadelphia Eagles’ offense too conservative? Could Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers hand them their first loss in 2025? Have the Los Angeles Rams corrected their red zone issues for Week 4? Are the Indianapolis Colts under Daniel Jones for real?Scoop City co-host and NFL insider James Palmer welcomes several writers from The Athletic's newsroom to help preview Week 4's top games. Senior Eagles writer Zach Berman joins to break down Philadelphia's showdown with the undefeated Buccaneers. Berman explains why the Eagles are not worried about winning pretty. Plus, senior Rams writer Nate Atkins shares insight on how the Rams are adjusting their red-zone offense, and Colts writer James Boyd explains why we’re seeing a different version of Daniel Jones.Meanwhile, all eyes will be on Dallas Sunday night for a star-studded showdown between the Cowboys and Packers. Scoop City welcomes back a pair of repeat visitors, Jon Machota and Matt Schneidman. Machota does not hold back when analyzing Dallas's start to the 2025 NFL season. Jerry Jones's team is under pressure to avoid a 1-2 start, but can Dak Prescott keep pace with a high-powered Packer offense? Schneidman explains why Sunday’s matchup could be a get-right game for Jordan Love and Green Bay.And, in the world of fantasy football, Jake Ciely shares why you should be worried about several skill position players. Plus, Ciely shares an incredible list of his favorite ice cream truck treats. Come for the fantasy advice, stay for a nostalgic look back at some of the best sweet treats of your childhood.Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will the move to Jaxson Dart save the New York Giants’ season? What are the statuses of Washington Commanders stars Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin? Is the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs Week 4 game a must-win? And, which 0-3 team are you most concerned with?Scoop City returns with the latest details on the New York Giants’ decision to bench Russell Wilson and start rookie QB Jaxson Dart. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares insights from around the Giants' facility on the move to Dart.Staying in the NFC East, the Washington Commanders are monitoring the health of their star quarterback and wide receiver. Both Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin appeared on the team’s injury report ahead of their contest against the Atlanta Falcons.Plus, could a Week 4 matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs be a must-win? Scoop City co-host and NFL insider James Palmer shares his thoughts on a critical matchup.Plus, The Athletic’s Dan Pompei joins to discuss the state of the Chicago Bears. Will Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson build off of their impressive win over the Dallas Cowboys? And, are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers serious contenders in the NFC? Pompei shares his insights on the Baker Mayfield-led Bucs.Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is the Philadelphia Eagles' offense sustainable for the rest of the season? Should Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert be the MVP favorite? Did Chicago Bears duo Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson find something in a win over the Dallas Cowboys? And will the New York Giants hand the keys over to Jaxson Dart?Scoop City returns with insight on all the biggest storylines from Week 3 in the NFL. The Philadelphia Eagles' offense struggled for much of the game against the Los Angeles Rams. Jalen Hurts’ offense only accounted for 33 yards in the first half. Former NFL QB Chase Daniel brings you inside the Eagles' second-half game plan and shares why it was so successful.Plus, did the Chicago Bears’ offense finally click yesterday against the Dallas Cowboys? Caleb Williams became the first player with 225-plus passing yards and three or more passing touchdowns in any half this season. Has Ben Johnson unlocked something in his young QB? Daniel shares his insights.In the Sundae Scaries, will the New York Giants turn to Jaxson Dart after another underwhelming performance by Russell Wilson? Daniel says the time is now. Meanwhile, Carson Wentz gets a win in his first start as a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares the timetable for J.J. McCarthy’s return and the Vikings' confidence level in Wentz.Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the Chicago Bears doing to correct their 0-2 start under Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams? How has Bo Nix adapted to Year 2 in the Denver Broncos offense? Which running back in your fantasy team's starting lineup should you be concerned about? And will Justin Herbert win the MVP?Scoop City returns to bring you inside the NFL, starting with what’s happening in Chicago with the Bears. The Athletic’s Kevin Fishbain joins James Palmer to break down the Bears’ 0-2 start under Ben Johnson. Fishbain provides insights on Caleb Williams’ growth and his development under Johnson. Plus, what is the Bears' plan to defeat the Dallas Cowboys? Fishbain and Palmer break it down.Meanwhile, in Denver, Broncos QB Bo Nix continues to progress in Year 2 under Sean Payton. The Athletic’s Nick Kosmider joins Scoop City to share an update on the Broncos’ sophomore QB. Plus, Kosmider and Palmer discuss a loaded AFC West division that has been dominated early on by the Los Angeles Chargers.The Bolts are experiencing early-season success under Jim Harbaugh and Justin Herbert. Will this be the season Herbert puts together an MVP-caliber resume? Palmer explains why this could be Herbert’s best year as a pro in his Extra Point.Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why should fans care that Tom Brady was in the Raiders’ coaches' booth? What’s the latest with Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels and San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy? And how long will the Minnesota Vikings be without starting QB J.J. McCarthy? Scoop City is back with all the insights you need from around the NFL.The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini and co-host James Palmer explain why Tom Brady sitting in the coaches' booth during a game is a big deal for NFL fans. What really happens in production meetings that Brady could leverage for the Raiders? Russini and Palmer share their own firsthand experiences.Plus, Scoop City welcomes The Athletic Football Show’s Robert Mays to weigh in on the Week 3 panic meter. Mays shares thoughts on his hometown team, the Chicago Bears. Plus, do Mays, Russini or Palmer have concerns with the Kansas City Chiefs or Miami Dolphins?Finally, the team welcomes author of The Pulse, Chris Branch, back for his bi-weekly hit. Branch wants to know what it would take for the Atlanta Falcons to trade backup QB Kirk Cousins. And, on a lighter note, if you were an NFL kicker, how would you prepare a game ball?Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel for the latest NFL insights! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scoop City is back with another can’t-miss episode after a wild Week 2 in the NFL. We’re talking The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly — starting with Joe Burrow.James Palmer, Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel react to the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback's turf toe injury. Burrow has elected to undergo surgery and will miss a minimum of three months. Backup Jake Browning stepped in to lead a game-winning drive against Jacksonville, but can he keep Cincinnati afloat with Burrow’s extended absence looming? Or are the Bengals' playoff chances already in jeopardy?Chase then takes us inside the Chiefs’ shocking 0-2 start. Patrick Mahomes is carrying the offense, leading the team in rushing for a second straight week, but Kansas City hasn’t opened a season this poorly since 2014.Dak Prescott’s dominant season continued in the Cowboys’ comeback overtime win over the Giants. Prescott threw for 361 yards and two touchdowns, leading Dallas to one of the most dramatic finishes of the season so far. Chase breaks down how Prescott has elevated his play and what it means for the Cowboys’ chances in the NFC.Our trio also analyzes this week's lowlights, headlined by second-year quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears' continued struggles. Chicago was steamrolled by Jared Goff and the Lions, who hung 52 points on former OC and current Bears head coach Ben Johnson courtesy of Goff’s 334 yards and five touchdown passes. The crew debates what’s going wrong for Williams, how Ben Johnson is handling the head-coaching transition, and whether the Bears can find answers before the season unravels.The Bears weren't the only scary (in a bad way) performance on Sunday; the Pittsburgh Steelers have started their 2025 season with problems on the defensive side of the ball. Pittsburgh has given up 31+ points in back-to-back games to open the season for the first time since 1989.Finally, the crew debates which 2-0 teams are real contenders — and which 0-2 squads can still turn things around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.