The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

NFC West Preview: The Favored 49ers, Seattle Seeks Middle Ground, Rams Ready to Run & Could the Cardinals Make Noise?

<p>The Athletic's Mike Sando is Robert Mays' special guest for this episode as they preview the NFC West division, from their faith in Kyle Shanahan, to what Seattle is doing wrong with Russell Wilson &amp; more. Plus Where does Sean McVay stand right now as a coach, and how should we feel about Kyler Murray?<br> </p><p>Get 40% at The Athletic with our link - <a href="http://www.theathletic.com/footballshow">theathletic.com/footballshow</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>

Washington's Backfield, Quarterbacks and Tight Ends to Target, and our Favorite Futures Bets

<p>It's the debut episode of the joint effort between The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast and The Athletic Football Show. Every Friday, Michael Beller and Derek VanRiper will round up the fantasy news of the week and look ahead to Sunday with last-minute tips and DFS picks. After that, Beller and Vic Tafur will walk you through their favorite bets of the week. On the debut episode, Beller and DVR discuss Washington's backfield and the quarterback and tight end positions for fantasy, while Beller and Tafur highlight some of their favorite future bets for the 2020 season.<br><br>Rundown<br>1:35 Introducing the Friday Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast and Athletic Football Show Partnership<br>2:33 Antonio Gibson's Stock on a Rocketship<br>7:55 Quarterbacks We're Targeting at ADP<br>13:29 Quarterbacks We're Avoiding at ADP<br>17:39 Quarterbacks Outside the Top 15 We Think Can Finish in the Top 10<br>22:25 Tight Ends We're Targeting at ADP<br>25:35 Tight Ends We're Avoiding at ADP<br>28:33 Tight Ends Outside the Top 15 We Think Can Finish in the Top 10<br>33:22 Welcome to the Gambling Portion<br>34:08 Super Bowl Futures Bets<br>38:08 Our Favorite Division Winner Bets<br>43:53 Win Totals!<br>50:08 Make or Miss the Playoffs Wagers<br>55:07 MVP Futures We're Backing<br>60:16 Not Loving the Rookie of the Year Odds<br><br>Follow Beller on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3057df14-579a-49dd-a49b-9fa539775ab0/shows/35f657fe-d454-4fd7-8058-bcc011ad9084/episodes/a13ca825-fec3-464b-8732-3d0f526f1adc/twitter.com/mbeller">@MBeller</a><br>Follow Derek on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3057df14-579a-49dd-a49b-9fa539775ab0/shows/35f657fe-d454-4fd7-8058-bcc011ad9084/episodes/a13ca825-fec3-464b-8732-3d0f526f1adc/twitter.com/derekvanriper">@DerekVanRiper</a><br>Follow Vic on Twitter: <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3057df14-579a-49dd-a49b-9fa539775ab0/shows/35f657fe-d454-4fd7-8058-bcc011ad9084/episodes/a13ca825-fec3-464b-8732-3d0f526f1adc/twitter.com/victafur">@VicTafur</a></p><p>Get a free 7-day trial to The Athletic at <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/shows/35f657fe-d454-4fd7-8058-bcc011ad9084/episodes/4ada5c19-10f9-4dd1-aa4a-7bcd273ff60a/theathletic.com/fantasyfootballpod">theathletic.com/fantasyfootballpod</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>

AFC West Preview: Chiefs in Control, Raiders Speculation, Broncos Buzz & Can the Chargers Compete?

<p>When it comes to the AFC West, we think we know what to expect with the Chiefs expected to make another push for a championship, but what about the other 3 teams? The Athletic's Lindsay Jones joins Robert Mays to preview the strengths and weaknesses of all 4 teams in the division and predict how they finish.<br><br>Get 40% off your Athletic subscription at theathletic.com/footballshow</p><p>1:00 - Chiefs<br>18:34 - Raiders<br>34:57 - Broncos<br>58:46 - Chargers</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>

NFC East Preview: Can Cowboys shine, Banged-up Eagles, Judging the Giants & A Reboot in Washington

<p>Three new head coaches and plenty of storylines to follow in the NFC East this season. The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia sits down with Robert Mays to discuss the Cowboys’ potential under Mike McCarthy, the Eagles’ training camp setbacks, Joe Judge’s tactics with the Giants and a franchise reboot in Washington.</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>

AFC East Preview: Patriots new offense, Bills built to contend, Jets Looking for Answers & the Post-Tank Dolphins

<p>The AFC East will be without Tom Brady for the first time in 20 years, so what does the division look like heading into this season? ESPN’s Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays to discuss Cam Newton’s impact on the Patriots’ offense, the Bills’ deep roster, the Jets’ future and the development of the Dolphins.</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>

NFC North Preview: Bears QB Drama, Packers Need Playmakers, Debating the Vikings & Look Out for the Lions

<p>The Athletic's Robert Mays kicks off The Athletic Football Show with former Wisconsin QB and NFL staffer Nate Tice as they begin their division previews with a close look at each team of the NFC North, including the Bears QB competition, the Packers' unwillingness to add playmakers, what difference Yannick Ngakoue makes on the Vikings and why the Lions might surprise some people.<br><br>Get 40% off a new subscription to The Athletic at: theathletic.com/footballshow</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>

The Athletic Football Show - Trailer

The Athletic’s flagship NFL podcast covers the league like only The Athletic can. Host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman dive into the biggest stories, break down the Xs and Os, and tackle the ins and outs of roster building. They meticulously follow the details of why we all love this sport and have plenty of fun along the way, bringing the expertise necessary to cover the NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts.<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>