The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
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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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Sep 8, 2021 • 1h 4min
AFC South preview with Lindsay Jones - Titans, Colts, Jaguars & Texans
Robert Mays continues the division previews on The Athletic Football Show with a deep dive on the AFC South with The Athletic's Lindsay Jones. What can we expect out of Trevor Lawrence in year one? What are the Colts betting on Carson Wentz's success? Can the Titans pull it together in 2021 and make a Super Bowl run? And what the heck is going on with the Houston Texans??DISCOUNT @ theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 7, 2021 • 1h 12min
NFC East preview with Sheil Kapadia - Cowboys, WFT, Giants & Eagles
The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC East. Will the return of Dak Prescott and the addition of Dan Quinn lead the Cowboys back to the playoffs? Can Ryan Fitzpatrick revitalize Washington’s offense? Is this a make it or break it season for Daniel Jones? What should we make of the Eagles this year? They examine all of that and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 6, 2021 • 1h 29min
AFC North preview with Nate Tice - Browns, Ravens, Steelers & Bengals
Nate Tice and Robert Mays continue The Athletic Football Show’s division preview series with the AFC North. Are the Browns true Super Bowl contenders? What is the evolution of the Ravens passing game? Did the Steelers do enough to revamp the offense? What can we expect from Joe Burrow and the Bengals? They dive into all of that and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 3, 2021 • 1h 28min
NFC West preview with Mike Sando - Rams, 49ers, Seahawks & Cardinals
The Athletic’s Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to discuss a division he knows very well, the NFC West. Can Matthew Stafford lead the Rams back to the Super Bowl? When will we see Trey Lance in San Francisco? Can the Seahawks correct the offense? Will the Cardinals finally find a rhythm? They discuss all of that and much more in their annual preview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 2, 2021 • 1h 9min
NFC South preview with Mina Kimes - Buccaneers, Saints, Panthers & Falcons
ESPN's Mina Kimes joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC South. How good will the Bucs be? How surprising is it that Sean Payton went with Jameis Winston in New Orleans? What about the Sam Darnold trade? And which players in Atlanta have us intrigued? All that and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 1, 2021 • 1h 29min
AFC East preview with Bill Barnwell - Patriots, Bills, Dolphins & Jets
Bill Barnwell returns to The Athletic Football Show as he and Robert Mays dissect the AFC East. What should we make of Cam Newton's release? Is Josh Allen in the MVP convo for 2021? Are we Tua Tagovailoa believers? And what about the Jets? The annual division previews continue on a new TAFS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 31, 2021 • 1h 30min
NFC North preview with Nate Tice - Bears, Packers, Vikings & Lions
Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to The Athletic Football Show with their annual division previews, kicking things off with Robert and Nate's favorite division, the NFC North. What x-factors could put those teams into the postseason? What are we most excited to watch in Chicago, Green Bay, Minnesota and Detroit? ATHLETIC DISCOUNT - theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 27, 2021 • 1h 35min
How to watch college football as an NFL fan with Andy Staples & Giants and Vikings camp visits
What should NFL fans be watching for this college football season? The Athletic’s Andy Staples and Robert Mays discuss the QBs, coaches and other top talent to monitor this year. Plus, Giants reporter Dan Duggan joins the show to talk about Daniel Jones and the additions to the defense. Finally, could this year really be different for the Vikings? Chad Graff stops by to talk about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 25, 2021 • 1h 19min
Defenses we're most excited to watch in 2021 with Nate Tice & Bears camp visit with Adam Jahns
We've gone over the offenses to look out for this season, but what about the defenses? Nate Tice joins Robert as they each bring a list of teams they can't wait to watch take the field in 2021 - from Vic Fangio's horses, to the Packers and more. Then Robert sits down with Adam Jahns at Bears camp to discuss his hometown Chicago Bears, Justin Fields, Matt Nagy and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 24, 2021 • 1h 46min
NFL news roundup with Lindsay Jones, fantasy draft value hunting with Jake Ciely & Packers camp visit with Matt Schneidman
Robert and Lindsay kick off the week catching up on NFL headlines, from the battle between Cam Newton and Mac Jones, Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Trey Lance and more. Then Robert welcomes Jake Ciely of The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast to hunt for some value picks at QB, RB, WR and more. Then Robert catches up with Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic's Head of the Pack podcast to get the latest on the chaos with Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay.Get your Athletic discount and Jake's Fantasy guide at theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
