The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

Prospects to Pros: Bryce Young’s shoulder injury, top college RB’s to watch & early NFL All-Rookie team

<p>Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss Bryce Young’s shoulder injury and how it will impact the QB’s stock. Then, they examine what they’ve seen from the top running backs in college football as well as Ohio State’s draft prospects. Plus, The Athletic’s Nick Baumgardner joins the show to talk about the NFL All-Rookie team through Week 4. They break down each position, who has impressed them most and which rookie they are looking to see more from as the season continues.</p><br><p>Subscribe to the TAFS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g</p><br><p>0:50-10:31 Bryce Young’s shoulder injury</p><p>10:32-24:15 Top RBs to watch (Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Devon Achane)</p><p>24:16-31:57 Ohio State prospects (Miyan Williams, Dawand Jones, Zach Harrison, Steele Chambers)</p><p>32:20-54:24 NFL All-Rookie team through Week 4</p><p>54:28-58:21 What to watch this weekend</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL team tiers check-in with Mike Sando

<p>We've played one-quarter of the 2022 NFL season. What better time to plant some flags and make some tiers. Robert Mays and Mike Sando do just that on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys break all 32 teams into tiers, from Super Bowl Favorites to the Shadow Realm.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Mike on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/SandoNFL">@SandoNFL</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p>1:00 Contenders!</p><p>5:30 Contenders?</p><p>12:45 Lightning in a bottle</p><p>25:00 Frisky upstarts</p><p>35:10 What's the plan here?</p><p>37:30 This isn't the plan!</p><p>40:55 The Shadow Realm</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 4 Monday Hangover — Vikings beat Saints, Kenny Pickett debuts, and more

<p>This week's football hangover features a supposed contender squeaking out a win over a banged-up, inferior opponent; two young quarterbacks making different types of debuts; and a couple of AFC South teams that seem to be going in different directions. Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Saints, Jets-Steelers, and Titans-Colts on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p>1:00 Vikings-Saints</p><p>25:40 Jets-Steelers</p><p>51:30 Titans-Colts</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 4 recap — Bills rally to beat Ravens, Eagles remain undefeated, and more

<p>One-quarter of the NFL season is just about in the books, and we just might be witnessing a run game renaissance. That's just one topic Robert Mays and Nate Tice hit on the Week 4 recap episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also discuss the Bills' comeback victory against the Ravens, the Eagles moving to 4-0 with a win over the Jaguars, the defense-optional point-fest between the Seahawks and Lions, and more.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p>1:15 Chiefs-Buccaneers</p><p>7:20 Bills-Ravens</p><p>17:30 Eagles-Jaguars</p><p>32:20 The run game is back!</p><p>43:20 Are we worried about the Packers?</p><p>49:17 The Cowboys defense is for real</p><p>61:08 Kenny Pickett takes over</p><p>68:10 Defense optional for the Seahawks and Lions</p><p>79:25 The Panthers are a mess</p><p>87:25 We See You</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Football GM: Handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury, what makes an RB worthy of the HOF, the Jaguars’ potential & more

<p>Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss the Dolphins’ handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury following the scary scene on Thursday Night Football. They also talk about their takeaways from the game before breaking down what makes a RB Hall of Fame worthy. Plus, they get into the Chargers’ injury situation, the Cowboys’ offense with Cooper Rush, the Jaguars’ playoff potential, changes to the Pro Bowl and much more. </p><br><p>Subscribe to the TAFS YouTube channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g</a></p><br><p>2:05 Handling of Tua Tagovailoa’s injury</p><p>11:37 TNF takeaways</p><p>18:37 What makes an RB Hall of Fame worthy?</p><p>26:30 Chargers injuries</p><p>33:00 Thee Jaguars’ potential</p><p>41:44 Cowboys’ offense</p><p>44:36 Concerns for the Commanders</p><p>48:00 Pro Bowl changes</p><p>53:30 Week 4 Picks</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Tua Tagovailoa leaves Thursday Night Football with head and neck injuries

<p>Robert Mays and Mike Jones discuss Tua Tagovailoa's head and neck injuries and, more importantly, the process that allowed him to take the field in the first place.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 4 preview — Jaguars-Eagles, Bills-Ravens, gameplans, picks and more

<p>Who had Bills-Ravens as a must-watch game in Week 4 before the season started? OK, OK, that was an easy one. Who had Jaguars-Eagles? That's the beauty of the NFL right there. Some things are as we predicted, but many others are already a jumbled mess. A beautiful, jumbled mess. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee preview Week 4 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p>1:17 Jaguars-Eagles</p><p>19:46 Bills-Ravens</p><p>35:29 Chiefs offense vs. Buccaneers defense</p><p>48:30 Falcons-Browns</p><p>63:30 Under the Hood on the Broncos offense</p><p>72:08 Under the Hood on the Rams offense</p><p>77:47 Fourth Screen</p><p>81:30 Week 4 picks</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Week 4 fantasy & players who have lacked "juice" in 2022

<p>From Austin Ekeler to Alvin Kamara, there are plenty of fantasy football names that were drafted high and haven't lived up to their expected returns thus far. But are we hitting the panic button, or sticking with our picks? Michael Beller and Brandon Funston bring you this week's fantasy football edition of The Athletic Football Show presented by KFC.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

State of the Patriots, confronting our NFC East priors, and a TNF preview with Mike Jones; Plus, debuting QB Therapy with Daniel Jones and The Ringer's Danny Heifetz

<p>Mike Jones joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football show to dig into the latest news and stories around the league. The guys discuss Mac Jones' ankle injury and the state of the Patriots, take a second look at some preseason takes they'd like back, and preview the Thursday night showdown between the Dolphins and Bengals.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Mike on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/ByMikeJones">@ByMikeJones</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p>1:45 News and notes</p><p>10:30 Mac Jones' injury and the state of the Patriots</p><p>21:00 Take Two on the Cowboys and Jalen Hurts</p><p>33:15 Washington and Carson Wentz</p><p>40:24 Dolphins-Bengals preview</p><p>43:36 QB Therapy starring Daniel Jones and The Ringer's Danny Heifetz</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Prospects to Pros: 2023 NFL Draft QB class check-in with Eric Galko

<p>After a quick check-in on some of the top performing rookies in the NFL in Week 3 (0:41), Andy Staples and Dane Brugler dive into the 2023 NFL Draft QB class. They welcome Eric Galko, Director of Football Ops, Player Personnel for the East West Shrine Bowl, to the show to talk about what he’s seen from the seniors such as Will Levis, Hendon Hooker, Aidan O’Connell and more (11:33). Then, Dane and Andy get into C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and the top draft-eligible underclassmen (28:35).</p><br><p>Subscribe to the TAFS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g</p><br><p>0:41-11:32: NFL Rookies (Devin Lloyd, Jalen Pitre, Jelani Woods)</p><p>11:33-28:32: Senior QB class with Eric Galko (Hendon Hooker, Will Levis, Clayton Tune, Devin Leary, Sam Hartman, Aidan O'Connell)</p><p>28:35-45:24: Underclassmen QB class (C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, DJ Uiagalelei, Jalon Daniels, Austin Reed, Cameron Ward)</p><p>45:24-55:54: What to watch this weekend</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

What makes a great NFL running game? Plus, more pressing early season questions with Mitchell Schwartz

<p>Michell Schwartz joins Robert Mays on this episode to talk about something right in his wheelhouse...offensive lines! Specifically, the guys discuss some of the massing left tackle injuries, including those to Rashawn Slater and Trent Williams. Then, the guys discuss the nuts and bolts of what makes a successful run game, with a special spotlight on the Lions and Browns.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Mitch on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/MitchSchwartz71">@MitchSchwartz71</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 3 Monday Hangover — Vikings sneak past Lions, Broncos win ugly over 49ers, and more

<p>OK, we've had nearly 24 hours to digest Sunday's games and nurse the hangover that a few of them gave us. Let's talk through them, shall we? Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Lions, Broncos-49ers and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 3 recap — Dolphins beat Bills, Packers edge Buccaneers, and more

<p>The Dolphins moved to 3-0 on Sunday, and they had to knock off the Bills to get there. The Eagles are also 3-0, and look like an unstoppable force. The Jaguars, meanwhile, look like the best team in the AFC South, and that was on a day that the Colts upset the Chiefs. It was another wild Sunday across the NFL. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the biggest games and stories on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Football GM: Cleveland’s creativity on offense, teams with worries heading into Week 3, Sean Payton’s future & more

<p>Is it time for the Steelers to turn to Kenny Pickett? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller weigh in on the quarterback situation in Pittsburgh before diving into the Browns creativity on offense following their win on Thursday Night Football. Then, they examine which teams they are most worried about heading into Week 3, including the winless Colts, Titans and Raiders. Finally, they talk about a potential return to coaching for Sean Payton and Randy shares his thoughts from the GM’s notebook. </p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Steelers-Browns Thursday Night Football recap

<p>At first, the Week 3 Thursday night game looked exactly like a Browns-Steelers game. And then it suddenly looked like Chiefs-Bills for a quarter. And then it looked a whole lot like Browns-Steelers again. After a back-and-forth first half, the Browns dominated the Steelers after halftime, riding Nick Chubb and their defense to a 29-17 win. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the game on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 3 preview — Bills at Dolphins, Packers at Buccaneers, Ravens run game woes, picks and more

<p>Week 3 of the 2022 season is shaping up to be the best one to date, at least on paper. We've got two true marquee games in Bills-Dolphins and Packers-Buccaneers. We've got a host of great complementary games, including Jaguars-Chargers, Chiefs-Colts, 49ers-Broncos and Lions-Vikings. It's going to be a great Sunday. Join Robert Mays and Nate Tice as they preview what's to come this weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Week 3 fantasy buy/sell/hold with a twist + Christian Kirk, Jaylen Waddle & more advice

<p>Week 3 NFL fantasy is underway with many lineups feeling good a 1-1, ecstatic at 2-0, or freaking out at 0-2. Michael Beller and Brandon Funston bring you a little buy/sell/hold with a twist, discussing some current fantasy darlings like Christian Kirk, Antonio Gibson and more week 3 fantasy advice before kickoff on Thursday night, presented by KFC.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Buccaneers strangeness and the 0-2 desperation index, starring the Bengals and Titans, with Kalyn Kahler

<p>The Bengals, Titans and Raiders all made the playoffs last season. They're all 0-2 this season. How desperate should this Sunday feel for those three teams? Plus, where are the Panthers headed. New Athletic national NFL writer Kalyn Kahler joins Robert Mays to break down the 0-2 desperation index, plus more than a little strangeness in Tampa, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Kalyn on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/kalynkahler">@kalynkahler</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Prospects to Pros: College transfer portal & more 2023 NFL Draft takes + Aidan Hutchinson, Garrett Wilson & more rookies shine

<p>Which college players have benefited the most from the transfer portal? Andy Staples and Dane Brugler examine the top prospects that are thriving on their new teams. They also talk about a big week for Aidan Hutchinson, Garrett Wilson and more rookies in the NFL. Plus, it’s never too early for 2023 NFL Draft takes, they each share an early prediction heading into next April. They wrap by looking ahead to this weekend’s college slate and what they’ll be watching. </p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Amazon's NFL debut, the Buck-Aikman booth moves to ESPN, and the league's broadcast landscape in 2022 with Bryan Curtis

<p>There was a ton of change to the NFL's broadcasting landscape this offseason. From Joe Buck and Troy Aikman jumping to ESPN, to Amazon entering the fray, to Mike Tirico taking Al Michaels' vacated spot on Sunday Night Football, fans get a different look across the league when they turn on their TVs. The Ringer's Bryan Curtis joins Robert Mays to dive into the early returns, and what's to come in the future, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Jets rally to beat Browns, Packers get right against Bears, and more on the Week 2 Monday Hangover

<p>You can't debrief everything immediately after a big night. Some things need a day or two to marinate before you can get to them. That's the thinking behind the Monday Hangover, a new weekly episode of The Athletic Football Show. On the debut edition, Robert Mays and Diante Lee dig into the Jets' improbable comeback against the Browns, the Packers' handling of the Bears, the Giants' 2-0 start, and more.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 2 recap — Dolphins shock Ravens, Trey Lance out for the year, Colts disappoint again, and more

<p>In Week 2, the Dolphins trailed the Ravens 35-14 going into the fourth quarter. They won 42-38. The Cardinals were in a 20-point hole against the Raiders at halftime. They won 29-23. And those are just two of the wild things that took place on this NFL Sunday. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Football GM: Amazon’s TNF debut, impressions of first-year head coaches & storylines to buy or sell heading into Week 2

<p>Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller break down the Chiefs win over the Chargers on the debut of Amazon’s Thursday Night Football. Then, they share their early impressions of the first-year head coaches before looking ahead to buy or sell storylines heading into Week 2. They discuss whether or not the 49ers can contend with Trey Lance, if it’s too soon to be concerned with the Packers and much more. </p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Chargers-Chiefs Thursday night recap — Justin Herbert injured in Chiefs' 27-24 win

<p>It may not have been the prettiest game, but it certainly was an entertaining one. The Chiefs rallied from a 17-7 deficit to knock off the Chargers 27-24 on Thursday Night Football. Justin Herbert suffered an injury late in the game, which, depending on the severity, could be a much bigger loss for the Chargers than the one they took on the field. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are here to break it all down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

NFL Week 2 preview — Vikings-Eagles, Brady vs. the Saints, guilty pleasure offenses, picks and more

<p>Week 2 of the NFL season is here, and we've got a whole lot to get to on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee sink their teeth into the Game of the Week — Vikings at Eagles. They break down the chess match between the Buccaneers offense and Saints defense. The guys also put on their nerd hats to dive into the Dolphins-Ravens matchup, and discuss a couple of guilty pleasure offenses.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Nate on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e5aad94-1f46-11ed-97f2-77ed19c1e4ed/twitter.com/Nate_Tice">@Nate_Tice</a></p><p>Follow Diante on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/1e685bf6-1f46-11ed-97f2-33881e680edc/twitter.com/DianteLeeFB">@DianteLeeFB</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Week 1 fantasy reactions that aren't overreactions & Week 2 advice

<p>Michael Beller and Brandon Funston break down their reactions to how fantasy football played out in Week 1 with some Appropriate Reactions That Aren't Overreactions, including Saquon Barkley, Russell Wilson, Najee Harris and more as we set our lineups for Week 2, and it's all presented by KFC!</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Saquon Barkley's back, Panic Time Meter, and more inside the post-Week 1 narrative with Bo Wulf

<p>Week 1 may not be everything, but it certainly isn't nothing, either. Bo Wulf joins Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show to take stock of what we saw in Week 1 now that we've had a few days to let it all simmer. Are the Bills the best team in the NFL? Is Saquon Barkley all the way back? Is it time for the Packers, Rams or Cardinals to panic? The guys answer those questions, and a whole lot more.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Bo on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/Bo_Wulf">@Bo_Wulf</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Prospects to Pros: Rookies in Week 1 + 2023 NFL Draft watch

<p>Prospects to Pros with Andy Staples and Dane Brugler joins The Athletic Football Show feed as the intersection between the NFL and college football. From Travon Walker to Cade York, they discuss the rookies who stood out the most in Week 1 of the NFL season. Plus, they dive into a big weekend of college football. They discuss Bryce Young and Will Anderson’s performance against Texas, as well as what they saw from Anthony Richardson versus Will Levis.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Ravens defense, Dolphins offense, and the other mysterious units of Week 1 with Ollie Connolly

<p>Change always seems to beget interest, doesn't it? That's why we were excited to watch units like the Ravens defense and Dolphins offense in Week 1. They underwent significant change this offseason, and the first real data point we'd get on them wouldn't come until the season opener. Now that we have those data points, Ollie Connolly joins Robert Mays to unpack those units, as well as a couple more, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p>Follow Robert on Twitter: <a href="https://cms.megaphone.fm/organizations/ac68194a-f6db-11ea-a6b3-4f85e866207a/podcasts/ed351cc2-fe90-11ea-a42d-dbc18f0a2629/episodes/a5412d28-06f1-11ed-950a-03d77e66f349/twitter.com/robertmays">@robertmays</a></p><p>Follow Ollie on Twitter: <a href="twitter.com/OllieConnolly">@OllieConnolly</a></p><p>Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...</p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-athletic-football-show-a-show-about-the-nfl/id1528622068">Apple</a></p><p><a href="https://spoti.fi/3waggUU">Spotify</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6gWjMSDj7-8j3iCc2ZGo3g">YouTube</a></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Seahawks spoil Russell Wilson's Broncos debut with 17-16 upset victory

<p>Score one for Pete Carroll, huh? The Broncos went into Seattle as touchdown-favorites against the Seahawks, and left with an 0-1 record on the season. Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to recap and break down the Seahawks upset victory on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.</p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>