The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Building the Beast: John Mateer's big day, top-50 stock watch, Armand Membou's NFL debut, and more
Sep 10, 2025
Week 2 of college football showcased unexpected performances, igniting excitement about future matchups. John Mateer and Dante Moore received accolades for their standout play. Baylor's dramatic double overtime victory highlighted Sawyer Robertson's potential as he threw for over 400 yards. The podcast also emphasized the debut of rookies like Armand Membou and discussed key draft prospects to watch. Listeners can expect dynamic insights as the season progresses, shaping the landscape for the NFL draft.
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Golday’s Ascension Through Instincts
- Jake Golday converted from small-school defensive end to off-ball linebacker and now flashes range, instincts, and high tackle volume.
- Improved pre-snap recognition has unlocked his athleticism and bumped him toward a potential day-two pick.
Chris Bell’s Power-Speed Play
- Louisville WR Chris Bell ran a 64-yard touchdown where he drove off a corner and accelerated past multiple defenders.
- He mixes long speed with 6'2", 227-pound size but must improve contested-catch consistency to stick as a top prospect.
Howell’s Three-Snap Sack Streak
- Texas A&M's Cashius Howell recorded three sacks on three consecutive snaps versus Utah State, each won with a different move.
- He projects as an undersized, violent pass-rush specialist who can climb draft boards with highlight sequences.