

This is Football with Kevin Clark
Omaha Productions, ESPN, Kevin Clark
"This Is Football" is a digital show and podcast that runs multiple times per week through the NFL season. It's where you'll find fun and insightful interviews with some of the top NFL players, pundits and coaches with stories and nuggets you won't find anywhere else.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 56min
The biggest questions for NFL week 11 & Calvin Johnson
Kevin Clark is joined by Ben Solak to discuss the biggest questions for NFL week 11. Who will turn out to be the best QB from the 2024 NFL draft? What type of coach should the Giants target? Are the Bills too flawed to win the Super Bowl?
Then HOF WR Calvin Johnson joins to talk about the state of the receiver position in the NFL. Calvin details what Dan Campbell was like as a teammate and what has led to him succeeding in Detroit. Plus, why Calvin is surprised his single season receiving record hasn't been broken yet & his memories of playing with WWE superstar Roman Reigns at Georgia Tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 10, 2025 • 38min
Brian Daboll fired, best rookies and 2026 NFL draft QBs with Connor Rogers
Kevin Clark is joined by Connor Rogers to react to the Giants decision to fire Brian Daboll but keep GM Joe Schoen. Where might the Giants go from here and how attractive is the job relative to other potential head coaching vacancies? Plus, Connor gives his take on what rookie has been flying under the radar but may end up being the best pass rusher from the 2025 NFL Draft class. Plus, are there any QBs worth taking at the top of the 2026 NFL Draft and who might be a fit for the Jets.
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Nov 10, 2025 • 35min
Week 10 Winners & Losers
Kevin Clark reacts to all of the week 10 action in the NFL. The Bills continue to lose to bad teams and the reason is roster construction. The Ravens defense is playing like the Ravens defenses of old. And Kevin explains why there's one person in New England who should be getting more credit for the Patriots' rebuild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Nov 6, 2025 • 42min
Derrick Henry on everything & Terrell Suggs' hilarious stories
Kevin Clark is joined by star Ravens RB Derrick Henry to break down what has changed for the Ravens recently after consecutive wins. Derrick shares memories from practices at Alabama and how coach Nick Saban helped set the standard. The 5-time pro bowler shares the advice Saban gave him following struggles during his freshman year after a record setting high school career. Plus, Derrick's favorite young running backs in the league.
Then NFL legend Terrell Suggs joins to give his take on what the Ravens need to do to get back in the hunt in the AFC. The 7-time pro bowler shares incredible stories from the Steelers/Ravens rivalry and the message he gave Hines Ward to avoid crackback blocks. Plus, why he thinks it's time for the Browns to move Myles Garrett & what it was like to share a locker with Steve Smith.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 32min
Did the Jets win the trade deadline? With Mina Kimes
Kevin Clark is joined by Mina Kimes to react to the massive trades the Jets made ahead of the NFL trade deadline. What does it say about the future in New York? Where does the Sauce Gardner trade put the Colts in the AFC's hierarchy? Plus, Kevin & Mina bandy about potential destinations for Kyler Murray if the Cardinals choose to move on from him after this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 3, 2025 • 37min
Week 9 Winners & Losers
Kevin Clark reacts to all of the week 9 action in the NFL. He details why he thinks the time is now for the Bills to add a pass rusher following their big win over the Chiefs. Would moving on from Brian Daboll have set Jaxson Dart up for more success in his career? What does the Packers surprising loss to the Panthers tell us about both of those teams and should Green Bay fans be concerned? Plus, what J.J. McCarthy showed in the Vikings road win over the Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 30, 2025 • 26min
Stafford and McVay are geniuses with Kyren Williams
Kevin Clark is joined by Rams RB Kyren Williams to give a scouting report on how he's played thus far this year & explain the art of breaking tackles. Kyren tells the story of the best throw he's seen Matthew Stafford make during his time with the Rams and tells an incredible story about Sean McVay's freakish ability to recall plays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Oct 29, 2025 • 48min
Grieving our dads and eventually a Chiefs/Bills preview with Jim Nantz
Jim Nantz, a veteran sports broadcaster for CBS, joins Kevin Clark to discuss the intersection of grief and football. He shares heartfelt advice from Arnold Palmer following his father's passing, highlighting personal loss in his career. They delve into the electric atmosphere of the Bills' stadium and fond memories from past games, including Peyton Manning's iconic 'Omaha' call. Jim also reflects on Josh Allen's evolution as a quarterback and the challenges of keeping stories fresh when broadcasting elite talent.

Oct 23, 2025 • 54min
Week 8 NFL Preview With Terron Armstead & Allen Robinson
Terron Armstead joins Kevin Clark to talk about everything from protecting Drew Brees in New Orleans to leading the Miami Dolphins locker room and learning from Sean Payton’s genius. Armstead opens up about playing through injuries, the evolution of today’s NFL athlete, and why the 2023 Dolphins could’ve been something special.
Then NFL veteran Allen Robinson joins to break down everything from CJ Stroud’s regression with the Texans to Penn State’s coaching chaos after the firing of James Franklin. We dive into the key NFL matchups, wide receiver dynamics, and what makes stars like George Pickens, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba so dangerous on the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Oct 20, 2025 • 35min
Trade deadline chaos & Joe Burrow’s return with Ian Rapoport
Kevin Clark is joined by Ian Rapoport to empty the notebook on what he's hearing could happen at the trade deadline this season. Ian details how realistic it is to expect Joe Burrow to return for the Bengals this season. He also explains why the Dolphins have decided not to move on from Mike McDaniel just yet, and lists candidates that could garner head coaching situation this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


