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.
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May 3, 2023 • 44min
Prospects to Pros: 2023 NFL Draft superlatives + way-too-early 2024 mock draft
Which teams had the best draft? What was the biggest surprise? Who was drafted higher and lower than expected? Which player and team is the best fit? Andy Staples and Dane Brugler answer all of the 2023 NFL Draft superlatives. Then, it’s never too early to look ahead to 2024. Dane reveals the top prospects he’s watching in next year’s draft. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:15 Teams that had the best draft9:04 The biggest surprise16:17 Player that was drafted higher than expected23:25 Player that fell lower than expected26:45 Team with the most efficient draft29:17 Best player/team fit37:29 Way-too-early 2024 NFL mock draftThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mays and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2023 • 1h 17min
Message in a roster: What NFL teams told us about themselves this offseason
Teams will tell you exactly what they think of themselves by the moves they make in the offseason, culminating in the picks they make in the draft. Robert Mays and Nate Tice decipher what teams have told us about themselves this offseason on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/mays and get on your way to being your best self.6:40 Buffalo Bills15:04 New England Patriots19:14 Denver Broncos23:40 Tennessee Titans32:55 Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Washington Football Team38:01 Cleveland Browns43:47 Detroit Lions51:19 Chicago Bears55:42 Houston Texans61:16 Atlanta Falcons67:30 Dallas Cowboys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 30, 2023 • 1h 19min
2023 NFL Draft: Day three thoughts, favorite overall draft hauls, favorite fits, and more
Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler wrap up draft weekend on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the biggest news from day three, including the Eagles' acquisition of D'Andre Swift and their move to get Kelee Ringo, their favorite overall draft hauls, best fits, favorite moments, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:30 Eagles make moves for D'Andre Swift, Kelee Ringo6:43 Plenty more quarterbacks on day three14:37 Favorite day three picks22:10 Favorite day three hauls28:10 Favorite total draft hauls32:50 Drafts that made you go "ooooh"45:58 Best fits and moments59:22 Where are we still searching for answers?67:07 Full circle back to Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson74:30 Parting thoughts on the 2023 NFL Draft Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 29, 2023 • 1h 55min
2023 NFL Draft, Round 3 pick-by-pick analysis
Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break down every pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft live from Kansas City. The guys discuss Hendon Hooker to the Titans, a new receiver for Daniel Jones, Darnell Washington's slide to Pittsburgh, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 29, 2023 • 2h 42min
2023 NFL Draft, Round 2 pick-by-pick analysis
Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler break down every pick in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft live from Kansas City. The guys dig into Will Levis, Michael Mayer, new pass-catchers in Green Bay, and a whole lot more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 24min
2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 21-31: Quentin Johnston to Felix Anudike-Uzomah
Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler bring home the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft on this episode, reacting to picks 21 through 31. It begins with a run on receivers, and ends with the rich—most notably the Bills, Bengals and Eagles—getting richer.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 4min
2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 11-20: Peter Skoronski to Jaxon Smith-Njigba
The Athletic Football Show's live coverage of the first round of the NFL Draft continues, as Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler dig into picks 11 through 20. The Lions surprise everyone with a running back and linebacker, the Patriots nab what might be the steal of the first round, and the Seahawks round it out with the first receiver of the night, who just might be the perfect fit for their offense.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 28, 2023 • 1h 43min
2023 NFL Draft Round 1, picks 1-10: Bryce Young to Darnell Wright
Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler react live to the first 10 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. They discuss the three big trades, the Texans' aggressiveness, the Colts' big swing, the Seahawks' zig-zag move, the Falcons’ new offensive weapon, and much more. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 27, 2023 • 57min
Football GM: Randy Mueller’s top 10 overall prospects, Jets introduce Aaron Rodgers, Commanders decline Chase Young’s fifth-year option & more
Draft day is officially here! Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller kick off the festivities by discussing Randy’s top 10 overall prospects. Then, they talk about Aaron Rodgers’ introductory press conference with the Jets, the Commanders’ decision to decline Chase Young’s fifth-year option and much more.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube4:47 Randy’s top 10 overall prospects28:35 Randy’s top defensive front seven players30:57 Aaron Rodgers introduced as Jets QB 44:34 Commanders decline Chase Young’s fifth-year option47:03 Cardinals GM & head coach attend Kyler Murray’s statue unveiling52:36 GM Notebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 26, 2023 • 1h 37min
The Athletic Football Show's 2023 top-10 mock draft
It's time to put a bow on The Athletic Football Show's predraft coverage in 2023. What better way to do so than with a mock draft? The Athletic's team of beat writers, as well as a couple of TAFS mainstays, join Robert Mays to mock their way through the top 10 of the 2023 NFL Draft on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube2:09 Pick 1. Carolina Panthers10:18 Pick 2. Houston Texans21:58 Pick 3. Indianapolis Colts (oooh, a trade)34:05 Pick 4. Arizona Cardinals41:05 Pick 5. Seattle Seahawks51:16 Pick 6. Detroit Lions60:09 Pick 7. Las Vegas Raiders72:44 Pick 8. Atlanta Falcons81:36 Pick 9. Chicago Bears91:17 Pick 10. Philadelphia Eagles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
