Scoop City: Inside The NFL

James Palmer is joined by former NFL offensive lineman and film breakdown specialist Brian Baldinger for a Thursday edition of Scoop City.Palmer and Baldinger react to the latest news out of Denver, where the Broncos and Nik Bonitto have agreed to terms on a four-year extension worth up to $120 million. Baldinger shares why Denver's defense can once again be one of the best in football.The duo also discusses the Commanders-Giants matchup, where Washington will face New York's fearsome defensive front for the first time with their reworked offensive line. Who will have the edge in D.C. on Sunday?Micah Parsons is now in Green Bay after the blockbuster trade to the Packers. Baldinger shares how he expects the Packers to use the ex-Cowboy against the dynamic offense of the Detroit Lions.Baldy and James also break down how new Bears head coach Ben Johnson is already helping Caleb Williams move past his rookie season to make Chicago a true contender in the NFC North.The Athletic's senior NFL fantasy writer, Jake Ciely, joins Scoop City to help set your lineup for Week 1. Ciely shares his sleeper picks for the slate as well as some risky lineup moves and an entire team's position group that will be a headache for fantasy owners early on in the season.Finally, Palmer has some fun at the expense of co-host Chase Daniel, who on Monday was giving James flak about picking Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts to be the 2025 MVP. James shares one of Chase's recent social posts about Jalen becoming an MVP possibility and then analyzes the hypocrisy in arguments concerning Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts as it relates to winning, their career accomplishments and Super Bowl experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s an MVP edition of Scoop City! Reigning MVP Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills are set to host two-time MVP Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. To help break it all down, we welcomed The Athletic’s senior NFL writer Mike Silver to share insights on the matchup and detail his latest article about Bills left tackle Dion Dawkins.The 2025 NFL regular season will be the second year for many young quarterbacks. Among that group is Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. The 2024 eighth overall pick is set to start his first full season at the helm of the Falcons offense. Silver, along with senior NFL insider Dianna Russini and Scoop City co-host James Palmer, discusses the Buccaneers and Falcons matchup. Plus, the trio analyzes if the Chicago Bears have concerns about Caleb Williams and how much pressure is on J.J. McCarthy and the Minnesota Vikings.In the Big Apple, the New York Jets suffered a tough loss to their revamped offensive line. Russini has the scoop. The New York Giants officially named Jaxson Dart as the backup QB. Will tBig Blue be the first team to make a QB change this season? Russini and Palmer discuss.And, in a lighter segment, staff senior writer and of The Pulse, Chris Branch, joins Scoop City to ask our experts how to best prepare for Week 1’s tailgating scene. Plus, which game should you have your spouse watch? All that and more on this episode of Scoop City! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast kicks off with a deep dive into the Philadelphia Eagles' quest to defend their Super Bowl title, exploring potential challenges. A notable trade involving Micah Parsons raises eyebrows and sparks debate. The discussion expands to the struggles of young quarterbacks, highlighting mentorship's critical role in their development. Listeners are treated to MVP predictions featuring top contenders like Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes, along with excitement for the upcoming NFL season. A mix of insights and analysis keeps the energy high!

Jon Machota, Senior Writer for The Athletic covering the Cowboys, joins Matt Schneidman, Packers Senior Writer, and NFL insider James Palmer to discuss the shocking trade of Micah Parsons to Green Bay. They dissect Jerry Jones' surprising decision, the implications for both teams, and what Parsons' record-setting contract means for the league. The trio examines the history of such trades and the ripple effects on team dynamics and fan expectations, offering insider insights into this blockbuster move that could reshape NFL power dynamics.

Zach Berman, a senior NFL writer for The Athletic, discusses the Philadelphia Eagles' chances of repeating as Super Bowl champions, highlighting Jalen Hurts' underrated status among elite quarterbacks. He also considers the NFC's toughest rivals and the impact of player contracts on team dynamics. Joining him, fantasy expert Jake Ciely reveals key sleeper picks and late-round steals for upcoming drafts, while evaluating the challenges quarterbacks like Justin Fields face. The conversation blends insightful analysis with light-hearted moments about football culture.

The latest discussion highlights the trade that brought Adam Thielen back to the Vikings, shaking up team dynamics. Kansas City faces a setback with star WR Rashee Rice's six-game suspension. The race for starting QB spots heats up as Spencer Rattler claims the Saints' position. Coaches like Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson have lofty goals amid significant team changes, all while the hosts delight in pairing these coaching challenges with popular TV shows. Expect surprises this season as teams strive for redemption and expectations rise!

The Athletic's senior NFL insider Dianna Russini breaks down Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin's three-year extension. Chase Daniel adds his perspective on what it means for the Commanders' offense with McLaurin back on the field and how quarterback Jayden Daniels and his top target can get back up to speed quickly with Week 1 fast approaching.James Palmer, Russini and Daniel also discuss the continued standoff between Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys with their preseason now wrapped up. Parsons continues to seek a trade out of Dallas with next week's season kickoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles looming. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones continues to insist that he has a deal in place already with Parsons after speaking with the pass rusher this spring without his agent present.Palmer, Russini and Daniel analyze the Cleveland Browns' intention to keep four quarterbacks on their final 53-man roster. Kevin Stefanski has been under scrutiny for his handling of the team's quarterback room in the Browns' preseason finale and the group reacts to Stefanski's comments about rookie Shedeur Sanders' development.New York Giants rookie Jaxson Dart continues to impress. Chase breaks down what he has seen from the quarterback so far and why the Giants have a great problem on their hands with a rookie who is developing quickly. The trio also reacts to head coach Brian Daboll's comments about placing Dart in certain difficult situations to see if he will succeed.Finally, our cast reminisces about their unofficial end-of-summer weekend, including Chase running a 5K and Dianna losing one of her son's favorite stuffed animals before eventually tracking it down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels joins The Athletic's senior NFL insider Dianna Russini on the final day of training camp in Ashburn, VA, to talk about getting ready for the 2025 season.Jayden talks to Dianna about his growing connection with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and why they are only scratching the surface of what their offense can produce.Dianna asks Jayden about the optimism surrounding the team despite their best wide receiver still holding in for a new contract. Jayden explains why he’s confident Terry McLaurin will be back on the field soon.Jayden also opens up about leading a veteran locker room and how he relates to older players.Dianna asks Jayden about building on his Rookie of the Year season in 2024 and his growth heading into Year 2.Dianna and Jayden also have some fun to wrap up training camp and hand out some camp superlatives: Most Improved, Biggest Hustler and Biggest Complainer.Dianna also chats with Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn. Quinn discusses building a connected locker room, why he values veteran leaders like Bobby Wagner, Zach Ertz, and Von Miller and how those voices accelerate the growth of younger players.Russini asks about Quinn's trust in Jayden Daniels as a franchise quarterback, what makes the young QB’s work ethic stand out, and how Daniels has bonded with veteran stars.Quinn also shares his optimism about Terry McLaurin’s return and how the timing of a potential deal matters for the offense.Quinn opens up about lessons learned from Year 1 to Year 2, the importance of culture over stat sheets, and what separates this Commanders team from any other group he’s coached.Finally, the pair lighten things up, handing out some camp superlatives and Quinn shares his biggest pet peeve away from football.Dianna catches up with Commanders Zach Ertz. The veteran tight end opens up about the grind of camp, the importance of offensive line improvements, and how new additions like Deebo Samuel are already elevating the offense. He explains why protecting with fewer blockers changes everything for the passing game — and how Washington’s revamped offensive line will unlock more opportunities this year.Russini asks Ertz about his connection with Daniels, praising his rare ability to lead without ego and hold the locker room to a higher standard. Ertz also shares what it’s like working with Kliff Kingsbury’s evolving playbook, why ball security will be the key to a deep playoff run and his thoughts on the team’s optimism surrounding a potential Terry McLaurin return.Finally, Ertz previews Washington's Week 1 matchup against the New York Giants, gives his candid scouting report and jokes about hosting a podcast himself one day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dallas Cowboys kickoff the regular season in 15 days against the Philadelphia Eagles. Will the Cowboys and All-Pro DE Micah Parsons agree to a contract extension before then? The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini takes you inside the situation in Dallas between Parsons and the Cowboys.Parsons and the Cowboys aren’t the only teams and star players at a stalemate. Trey Hendrickson is still holding in waiting on a better offer from the Cincinnati Bengals. Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin is also waiting for a new contract. And the most recent veteran seeking a new deal is Pittsburgh Steelers DL Cam Heyward.Elsewhere around the league, the Indianapolis Colts named a new starting quarterback. Former New York Giants first-round draft pick Daniel Jones won the job over Anthony Richardson. Russini and Scoop City Co-Host James Palmer discuss what’s next for Richardson.Finally, Russini and Palmer go back to school to discuss this year’s crop of rookie running backs. Which rookie has impressed in their first training camp? Plus, what is the latest with Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New York Giants improved to 2-0 in the preseason thanks, in part, to another impressive performance from rookie QB Jaxson Dart. The Ole Miss product completed over 87% of his passes and threw a touchdown against the New York Jets. Former NFL QB Chase Daniel says the Giants need to name Dart the Week 1 starter.Plus, The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini shares an update on Cincinnati Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson. The 2024 NFL sack leader is seeking a contract extension, but so far has not agreed to any offers from the Bengals. Monday, Russini confirmed the report that the Bengals are listening to trade offers for the All-Pro. Cincinnati is reportedly seeking a young defensive player and a 2026 first-round pick for Hendrickson.The Scoop City team continues to monitor the Terry McLaurin contract talks. The Washington Commanders' top wide receiver was recently activated off the PUP list as he continues to seek a new contract. The next step for him is a return to practice. As of the taping of this episode, McLaurin and the Commanders have not agreed to a new deal.Elsewhere around the league, the Cleveland Browns named Joe Flacco their starting quarterback, Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams impressed in preseason action against the Buffalo Bills and the group reacted to conversations Russini had with Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.