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Mike Sando's annual 'QB Tiers' has been a staple of the NFL beat for years. Now Mike joins our own Robert Mays for full reaction to the piece as it drops. Which QBs deserved to be tier 1? Who has no shot? Where do Aaron Rodgers, Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson and more fall in 2021?Read the entire piece at theathletic.com/qbtiers for the full tier reveal and let us know what you think! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones return as training camps arrive with a fresh dose of Aaron Rodgers news in Green Bay, the Deshaun Watson situation taking a turn in Houston, QB battles taking shape in New Orleans and Denver, plus Robert and Lindsay dive into their individual under-the-radar players they're watching, biggest storylines around the NFL and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show.Discount link - theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Canton Court is officially open for session! Robert Mays and Nate Tice each present three players and why they believe they deserve a spot in the Hall of Fame. They back up their cases with stats, stories and much more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy and Evan Silva of Establish the Run join Robert Mays for a special look-ahead to the fantasy football season. Which players should you take early? Where should you draft a QB? What value receivers will be available late? Get a head start in your league now and remember to stay locked-in to The Athletic all season for the best fantasy advice.Get your exclusive discount to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Falcons GM Terry Fontenot joins Robert Mays for the final installment of The Athletic’s Offseason Interview Series. Fontenot discusses his approach to Atlanta’s salary cap situation and why the term “rebuild” wasn’t in their vocabulary. They also talk about the decision to draft Kyle Pitts, the Julio Jones trade and the lessons he’s learned from his time in New Orleans.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who are the 2021 versions of NFL standouts from 2020 like QB Josh Allen, coach Brandon Staley, the Cleveland Browns surprising season and more? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look ahead to 2021 through the lens of some potential replacements for 2020 storylines.Be sure and get the best discount on a new subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series by welcoming Colts GM Chris Ballard to the show. Chris details his time in Chicago, the move to trade for Carson Wentz, his biggest weakness as a general manager and much more.Subscribe to The Athletic with our exclusive discount at theathletic.com/footballshow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the subject of potential Pro Football Hall of Famers come up, the response is sometimes "Nope, he belongs in the Hall of Very Good." So what would such a Hall actually look like? Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring their inaugural inductions into the Hall of Very Good. Which players deserve a spot? Let us know on social media!Subscribe to The Athletic using our discount at theathletic.com/footballshowSPOILER LIST REVEALHALL OF VERY GOOD Class of 2021Nate - Kevin Williams DT VikingsRobert - Charles Tillman S BearsNate - Matt Birk C RavensRobert - Brian Waters OG ChiefsNate - Mike Alstott RB BucsRobert - Nick Collins S PackersNate - Corey Dillon RB Bengals/PatsRobert - Tony Romo QB CowboysNate - Patrick Surtain CB Dolphins/BearsRobert - Lance Briggs LB Bears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series with Chargers new head coach Brandon Staley. Staley discusses what has surprised him the most about his new role, the importance of conceptualization vs. memorization and the biggest influences on his defensive scheme. They also talk about how Staley is imprinting his values on the offense, his relationship with Justin Herbert and much more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which NFL rosters have improved the most headed into 2021? Which teams worry us the most? And which ones fall into our "What the Hell?" category? Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones both bring team names to the table as Robert Mays leads the crew through their 2021 Roster Doctor segment assessing the best and worst rosters in the NFL.SPOILERS BELOW FOR THE FULL LISTBest RostersBucs, Packers, Chiefs, Browns, Bills, PackersWorst RostersTexans, Lions, Jags, Panthers, EaglesBest Offensive Depth ChartsChiefs, Bucs, Browns, CowboysSneaky Good OffensesRams, Vikings, Patriots, WashingtonOffenses that Worry UsPanthers, Bears, SteelersBest Defensive Depth ChartsRavens, Bucs, Broncos, SteelersSneaky Good DefensesWashington, Packers, GiantsDefenses that Worry UsTitans, Cowboys, RaidersBest Position GroupsWashington’s Front 4, Bucs WRs, Browns RBs, Titans WRs, Patriots TEs, Browns O-Line, Steelers Defensive Front, Cowboys WRsMost Improved Position GroupsBrowns Secondary, Chargers O-Line“What the Hell?” Position GroupsBroncos QBs, Steelers O-Line, Panthers O-Line, Giants O-Line Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.