Football 301 with Nate Tice

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with a deep dive preview of the NFC and AFC Championship matchups. They start with the Washington Commanders taking on their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, focusing first on Jayden Daniels and the offense and how they matchup against Jalen Carter and the Eagles defensive line. Then they flip things over to the other side of the ball where they question if Jalen Hurts can limit mistakes against the Commanders defense.The guys then preview the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, starting with a focus on Josh Allen vs. the Chiefs defense. Then they praise Patrick Mahomes' ability to lead a lackluster Chiefs offense back to a seventh-straight AFC Championship.They finish things up with a Shrine Bowl preview ahead of Charles' trip to the game. They focus on attendees Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and East Carolina DB Shavon Revel, while also discussing some under-the-radar players. They also take a look inside the mailbag, where they discuss the 49ers Super Bowl window.(1:45) - Commanders offense vs. Eagles defense(14:30) - Eagles offense vs. Commanders defense(24:55) - Bills offense vs. Chiefs defense(39:30) - Chiefs offense vs. Bills defense(54:10) - Shrine Bowl preview(1:02:35) - Mailbag questions of the week🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

In today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down the latest NFL coaching hires and what they mean for the future of the league. The duo starts off by breaking down the high-profile hiring of Ben Johnson, the new Chicago Bears head coach. Harmon and Tice explore what Johnson’s arrival could mean for future Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and whether the young signal caller can thrive in a system tailored to his strengths.Next, the guys analyze the return of Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots, where he’ll work to reinstate his tough, no-nonsense culture. Tice and Harmon discuss how Vrabel, fresh off a stint with the Tennessee Titans, will reshape a Patriots squad that’s been in transition, especially after a lackluster 2024 season. Next, the duo take a closer look at the most exciting assistant coach hires across the league, including Lou Anarumo as the Indianapolis Colts’ DC and Jeff Ulbrich as the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive coordinator.Finally, the podcast wraps up by exploring the league’s five remaining head coach openings, including the New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and more, as Tice and Harmon break down the frontrunners for each opening.(1:35) - Bears hire HC Ben Johnson(22:00) - Patriots hire HC Mike Vrabel(34:10) - Favorite assistant coach hires(54:50) - Latest news on the remaining HC openingsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Championship matchups are set and Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are here to break down the Divisional Round, starting with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills getting the best of the Baltimore Ravens. Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews committed some pivotal turnovers to send the Bills to the AFC Championship vs. the Kansas City Chiefs.Later on, the guys discuss Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles defense taking care of business vs. Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. They also question how far Jalen Hurts can take Philly’s passing game with receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith not getting the ball as much as expected. Next the Eagles will face their NFC East rivals, the Washington Commanders, who pulled off the stunning upset of the Detroit Lions behind the spectacular play of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Nate and Charles lament the mistakes made by the Lions, including Jared Goff’s four turnovers.Finally, they break down the Kansas City Chiefs beating the Houston Texans and discuss the ongoing discourse about the way Patrick Mahomes is treated by the referees.(1:34) Bills 27 def. Ravens 25(13:38) Eagles 28 def. Rams 22(28:43) Commanders 45 def. Lions 31(41:19) Chiefs 23 def. Texans 14🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into every matchup of the Divisional Round, looking at both sides of the ball for the remaining eight playoff teams. They kick the pod off with the Houston Texans visiting the reigning two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Can the struggling Texans offensive line protect C.J. Stroud against Chris Jones and the Chiefs defense? And will the Texans defense follow up their impressive Wild Card performance with an encore against Patrick Mahomes? Next, the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions, fresh off their bye. They question whether Jayden Daniels' tendency towards late game heroics will be enough to get the best of Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.The guys also take a look at the Los Angeles Rams matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles and whether LA's young defensive core can do enough to slow down Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. Finally, the hosts dive into the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Buffalo Bills and the battle of MVP favorites Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen. Which superstar will prevail?(2:20) Houston Texans @ Kansas City Chiefs(22:10) Washington Commanders @ Detroit Lions(35:05) Los Angeles Rams @ Philadelphia Eagles(46:50) Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo BillsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

In this episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dive into the aftermath of Wild Card Weekend, offering every team that took an L in the Wild Card round both a full postmortem and a potential offseason plan. They begin by revisiting the Minnesota Vikings' season, highlighting Sam Darnold's commendable but ultimately unsuccessful stint as quarterback. Matt likens Darnold's Vikings tenure to Game of Thrones' tragic Robb Stark, while Nate dissects the ongoing issues with Minnesota’s offensive line and the team's need for drastic improvements.Next, the duo shifts focus to the Los Angeles Chargers, who just didn't have the juice to hang against the Houston Texans. Nate points out how the Chargers' reliance on star power left them vulnerable, and the Texans’ dominant defensive line exposed their shortcomings. But it’s not all doom and gloom for the Chargers, as the team has solid foundations to build on. The conversation shifts to the Green Bay Packers, where the young roster showed flashes but ultimately couldn't put together consistent performances. Matt and Nate break down the need for a clearer offensive identity. The duo also hit on the Pittsburgh Steelers, who need to take a look in the mirror after yet another early playoff exit.The episode wraps up with a look at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Denver Broncos. Matt questions whether Tampa's offense can sustain its momentum, particularly with impending changes at offensive coordinator. Despite Bowles' underperforming defense, the Buccaneers could still be a threat in a weak NFC South. Meanwhile, the Broncos’ season is viewed as a success, given their offensive turnaround. Nate and Matt discuss how Denver's strong defense and improving offense could set them up for a brighter future.(2:20) - Vikings(24:30) - Chargers(36:50) - Packers(48:10) - Steelers(56:45) - Buccaneers(1:07:25) - BroncosSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

With five of six Wild Card games over and done, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the first round of NFL playoff action. They kick things off discussing rookie phenom Jayden Daniels’ impressive road performance over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to lead the Washington Commanders to their first playoff win in 20 years, with help from a doink in walk-off field goal from Zane Gonzalez. Next, they talk about the Philadelphia Eagles’ defense showing up to send the Green Bay Packers packing.Later in the show, the guys discuss Josh Allen and James Cook running all over the Denver Broncos, as the Buffalo Bills dominated on the ground and in the air. They also discuss the Baltimore Ravens, who got out to an early lead over the Pittsburgh Steelers and never let their foot off the gas, with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry going off for two touchdowns each.They close out the show with the Houston Texans’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers as Houston’s defense comes up huge to intercept Justin Herbert four times and C.J. Stroud playing a solid game as they eye a divisional matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.(2:19) Commanders 23 def. Buccaneers 20(9:08)  Eagles 22 def. Packers 10(20:50) Bills 31 def. Broncos 7(29:54) Ravens 28 def. Steelers 14(42:13) Texans 32 def. Chargers 12🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

In this absolutely packed episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down every matchup heading into Wild Card weekend, offering insights into how playoff contenders are shaping up and which teams might be in trouble. First up is the Los Angeles Chargers at Houston Texans, featuring a crucial QB battle between Justin Herbert and CJ Stroud. Will the Chargers offense—built for a smash-mouth style—be able to dominate the Texans' struggling defense, or will Stroud find a way to get his team back on track despite numerous injuries? Next, the Baltimore Ravens take on the Pittsburgh Steelers, where Russell Wilson will have to hunt for explosive passes to keep up with one of the best offenses in the NFL.The hosts also tackle the Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos. Can Jordan Love rise to the challenge against Philadelphia's elite defense, or will the Eagles' depth prove too much? Meanwhile, the Bills are facing their own struggles against the Broncos, especially on defense, as Nate points out the advantage Denver's screen game might have over Buffalo's shaky defense.Later, the Washington Commanders face off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Charles and Nate breaking down what might be a classic hoss fight between two strong units. Can Vita Vea single-handedly shift the game for Tampa Bay? Finally, Nate and Charles dive into the Minnesota Vikings heading south to take on the Los Angeles Rams, where Matthew Stafford has the ingredients to keep up in what could be a shootout.(2:50) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Houston Texans(20:35) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens(30:00) - Denver Broncos @ Buffalo Bills(43:55) - Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles(1:01:40) - Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers(1:18:40) - Minnesota Vikings @ Los Angeles RamsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald bring you their picks for end-of-season awards. From MVP to the best assistant coach, the trio debates the key players and coaches that defined the 2024 NFL season.The MVP race was tight, as the trio debate between Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen. As the discussion shifts to Offensive Player of the Year, Saquon Barkley’s historic 2,000-yard season gives him a very strong case, though Ja'Marr Chase’s Triple Crown performance puts him in consideration. On the defensive side, Patrick Surtain II stood out as the top contender for Defensive Player of the Year with his lockdown play, while Dan Campbell's leadership and resilience in Detroit is compared to Kevin O'Connell's unbelievable turnaround of Sam Darnold's career in Minnesota for the Coach of the Year award.The episode also includes debates over Assistant Coach of the Year, with Aaron Glenn's impressive defensive turnaround in Detroit and Joe Gilbert’s work with the Carolina Panthers' offensive line both getting major props. Meanwhile, the Executive of the Year conversation highlighted the impressive work of Jason Licht for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Brad Holmes for the Detroit Lions, turning around their teams with savvy draft picks and trades. Wrapping things up, the guys discuss the candidates for Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Year, including Jayden Daniels, Brock Bowers, Quinyon Mitchell, Jared Verse, Nate Wiggins and more.(3:00) - Most Valuable Player(11:15) - Offensive Player of the Year(18:25) - Defensive Player of the Year(28:10) - Coach of the Year(36:20) - Assistant Coach of the Year(45:05) - Executive of the Year(54:20) - Offensive Rookie of the Year(59:45) - Defensive Rookie of the YearSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

The 2024 NFL regular season is finally in the books and the blockbuster Sunday night finale between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings was a bit more lopsided than anticipated. Jared Goff and the Lions secured an overwhelming 31-9 victory in which Jahmyr Gibbs scored 4 touchdowns and the Vikings offense never got comfortable.Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the biggest storylines from the end of Week 18, leading off with Detroit securing both the NFC North crown and home field advantage through the playoffs. Next, they talk about the Denver Broncos blowing out the Kansas City Chiefs backups in order to punch their ticket into the AFC playoffs and how this came at the expense of the Cincinnati Bengals, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday.In the latter half of the show, the guys check in on the NFC South, where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured another division title and the Atlanta Falcons blowing a game in overtime to the Carolina Panthers.In a surprisingly swift bit of news, the New England Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo after just a single season after he had reportedly been the head coach in waiting for a number of years. Charles and Nate criticize the Patriots ownership and front office with the decision making and wonder if Mike Vrabel or Ben Johnson could be the next HC in Foxboro.Closing out the show, the run through some quick topics including the Tennessee Titans securing the top pick in this April's NFL draft, Trey Lance getting the start in Dallas over Cooper Rush and Tanner McKee looking solid in relief of Jalen Hurts in a Philadelphia Eagles win over the Giants.(0:32) - Detroit Lions soundly win NFC North(13:20) - Broncos get AFC 7th seed over Bengals & Dolphins(27:15) - Buccaneers secure NFC South, another Falcons flameout(41:25) - New England Patriots fire HC Jerod Mayo(48:50) - Quick hits: Titans, Eagles, Trey Lance🖥️ Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into the high-stakes drama of Week 18, breaking down the biggest matchups across the NFL, including the highly anticipated showdown between the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions. With the 1 seed on the line, Nate and Charles preview what should be a hoss fight for the ages. Will the Lions' defense, dealing with significant injuries, hold up against the explosive Vikings offense led by Justin Jefferson? And can Minnesota's aggressive defense stop the Lions' grinding run game? The guys explore these matchups and more as they analyze what makes this game a must-watch.Beyond the NFC North, the hosts touch on the Cincinnati Bengals' looming clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers, with playoff seeding and potential departures (including Tee Higgins’ future) looming large. Nate and Charles also give their take on the Kansas City Chiefs battling the Denver Broncos, with some lighthearted banter about backup quarterbacks and a fun tangent about Carson Wentz's unorthodox presence on the field. The duo also give their thoughts and predictions on the Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens, Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints matchups.As always, the crew wraps up with a mailbag question, where Charles gives his recommendations for books to read if you want to learn more about schemes and football terminology.(3:50) - Vikings @ Lions(41:15) - Bengals @ Steelers(46:10) - Falcons @ Panthers(53:20) - Chiefs @ Broncos(58:40) - Saints @ Buccaneers(1:05:00) - Mailbag question of the weekSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/46gILkF🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3A4mYAD 📢Yahoo Sports podcast network: https://apple.co/3zEuT Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify🖥️ YouTube📢 Check out the Yahoo Sports podcast network or yahoosports.tv