This is Football with Kevin Clark

Kevin Clark pays a visit to two AFC bluebloods to catch up with the head coaches of the Ravens & Steelers. John Harbaugh explains why he doesn't like the Super Bowl or bust narrative surrounding the Ravens. Meanwhile, Mike Tomlin understands why the media thinks the Steelers are all-in this year. Kyle Hamilton shares what he thinks the key is for the Ravens defense to pick up where they left off in the 2nd half of last season. Jaire Alexander shares his memories of playing with Lamar Jackson at Louisville. Plus, Cam Heyward on what the toughest thing about defending Aaron Rodgers has been historically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark hits Commanders training camp to catch up with Jayden Daniels. Hear what he’s looking to improve on in his second year. Dan Quinn discusses what principles went into changing the culture in Washington last season. Plus, Bobby Wagner on how offensive philosophies have changed since he entered the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark and Gregg Rosenthal dive into the sneakiest and most overlooked storylines from NFL training camps. From camp sightings to depth chart battles and rising stars, they spotlight what’s flying under the radar but could define the 2024 season. (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:38) Gregg Rosenthal Joins This Is Football!(2:55) Top 3 Sneaky Training Camp Storylines(3:45) Gregg's Trip To Japan(5:10) DeAndre Hopkins and Jaire Alexander In Baltimore(8:55) How Will The Ravens Will Replace Justin Tucker(9:45) What's Anthony Richardson's Future in the NFL?(19:45) Where will Cooper DeJean actually line up?(21:45) Are the Eagles’ best players… underrated now?(26:35) What if Travis Hunter can’t play both ways in the NFL?(31:15) Who is Mr. Jaguar?(32:35) The Saints’ QB dilemma: Who starts Week 1?Subscribe for weekly insider NFL stories and sharp preseason analysis from the field and front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who’s the best player in football right now? Kevin Clark and Mina Kimes break down their top picks including Josh Allen, Myles Garrett, Justin Jefferson, and Fred Warner. They also project the worst team heading into the season, discuss CJ Stroud’s development, and dive into expectations for the Giants. Plus: Kevin sounds off on "The War on Excuses." (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football! (1:05) Mina Kimes Joins The Show (1:45) Training Camp Tales(6:35) Who's The Best Player in Football?(10:45) Mina: Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Myles Garrett(13:10) Kevin: Saquon Barkley, Jordan Mailata, and Patrick Surtain(14:05) Mina: Fred Warner(15:35) Better WR: Justin Jefferson or Jamarr Chase? (17:35) Is Saquon Barkley The Best Player in Football?(18:10) Expectations for The Giants This Season(23:00) Who's Going To Be The Worst Team?(24:55) CJ Stroud's Potential Development(26:30) Addressing The War on Excuses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Hayden Winks to break down the most predictive stats heading into the 2025 NFL season. From Puka Nacua’s elite YPG to Jalen Hurts' dominance on critical downs, they spotlight the trends that could shape how teams win this year.In this episode: Why Puka Nacua’s 96.8 Yards/Game could explode in 2025, The 3 QBs pressured on less than 25% of dropbacks, Jalen Hurts' elite 3rd & 4th down EPA + success rate, and Mahomes' surprising short-pass tendencies (30.8% behind the LOS). (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:15) Hayden Winks Joins This Is Football (2:23) Favorite Stats to Project 2025 Trends(6:00) Favorite Stat: 2.5 Seconds Post Snap Throws(10:25) Favorite Stat: 3 QB's Pressured Under 25%(17:42) Favorite Stat: Puka Nacua's 96.8 YPG(21:15) Favorite Stat: Patrick Mahomes Passes 30.8% At Or Behind Line of Scrimmage(24:55) Favorite Stat: 3rd/4th Down Jalen Hurts Leads EPA + Success Rate(30:30) Favorite Stat: CJ Stroud Is The Most Pressured QB on 15+ Yard Passes (35:15) Thanks for Watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark talks with Jeremy Fowler to break down the Top 10 NFL quarterbacks for the 2025 season, based on exclusive insights from league executives, coaches, and scouts. Jeremy explains how he compiles his positional rankings, who the consensus elite players are, and which breakout stars could shake up the league next season. From MVP candidates to underrated risers, get the full inside scoop on how the NFL’s decision-makers view the quarterback landscape heading into 2025. (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football! (0:55) JEREMY FOWLER JOINS THIS IS FOOTBALL!(1:55) How Jeremy Develops His Top 10 Lists(6:12) Most Volatile Quarterback Rankings(15:50) Who's The Consensus Best Player In The League? (18:00) Which Teams Have The Most Impressive Roster?(19:30) Which Player Will Break Into The Top 10 Next Year?(21:05) Evaluating The Cowboys Roster(22:25) Deeper Group: QB or Edge?(23:50) Biggest Surprises From Rankings Exercise (25:15) Thanks for Watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ravens all-pro Marlon Humphrey to discuss his role in the Alabama football documentary "Nothing But a Winner". Marlon details what it was like to play for Nick Saban at Alabama and the lessons he learned during his time there. Plus, Marlon responds to the media narratives that surround the Ravens after falling just short the past few seasons. Marlon also dives into his recent obsession with golf and discusses how difficult it is relative to covering the likes of Ja'Marr Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by NFL veteran Harry Douglas to assess where the Falcons sit after a busy offseason. Harry gives incredible insights into what it was like to play with Julio Jones and details why he thinks this is the golden age for receivers in the NFL. Plus, the play that he thinks could've cost the Falcons a chance to win the Super Bowl in 2012. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Bill Barnwell to put the AFC teams in tiers. Hear what teams Bill & Kevin believe will challenge the Chiefs in the AFC. Plus, why they disagree on how good the Browns will be in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by former NFL head coach Todd Haley to discuss how he played a role in Eagles HC Nick Sirianni breaking into the NFL. Todd shares his experience working under Bill Parcells and the lessons he learned from him including hearing from him after one specific play call during his tenure with the Steelers. Plus, Todd shares what he thinks the Jets are getting in Aaron Glenn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices