Scoop City: Inside The NFL

The Las Vegas Raiders have a new head coach in Klint Kubiak. Did Tom Brady and company land the next great offensive mind? Scoop City host James Palmer and The Athletic’s Vic Tafur discuss why the Raiders may have finally landed the coach who will return the franchise to the playoffs. Plus, will Las Vegas be able to keep the current face of the franchise happy? Or will the Raiders be forced to trade Maxx Crosby? And where could the All-Pro land?In Minnesota, the Vikings are left with several questions after a disappointing season. Who will be the next general manager of the Vikings? And what is the fate of J.J. McCarthy? Can the young QB kickstart his career under head coach Kevin O’Connell? Or will the Vikings be forced to answer their QB questions in the free agent market? Vikings beat writer Alec Lewis joins the show to answer those questions and more.The Eagles finally have an offensive coordinator. What does it mean for Jalen Hurts? Can they keep A.J. Brown happy with the hire of Sean Mannion? Or will the offense in Philly look drastically different in 2026? The Athletic senior writer Zach Berman offers his perspective on the recent moves in Philadelphia.Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you can stay up to date with everything happening across the NFL.What offseason story are you following most closely? Drop us a comment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions after defeating the New England Patriots, 29–13. Former NFL QB Chase Daniel and co-host James Palmer examine how the Seahawks were able to capture Super Bowl LX.Led by a dominant defensive performance, the Seahawks stifled Drake Maye and the Patriots’ offense. Daniel breaks down how Seattle’s defense disrupted the second-year QB and eliminated the Patriots’ passing game. Our resident QB also assesses Sam Darnold’s performance. The journeyman quarterback spent the past four seasons playing for four different franchises, and now the former No. 1 overall pick has captured his first Super Bowl title.On the other side, the New England Patriots failed to protect Drake Maye. Daniel shares what he saw on film from the Patriots’ offensive line. Plus, what’s next for New England after a disappointing loss? Palmer and Daniel discuss what the Patriots need to do this offseason to make another deep playoff run.Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you can stay up to date with everything happening across the NFL.What’s your way-too-early Super Bowl prediction for 2026? Drop a comment with next season’s matchup! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jerry Brewer, veteran columnist who probes league hiring and diversity questions. Chad Graff, Patriots reporter who breaks down New England’s personnel and game-plan puzzles. Michael-Shawn Dugar, Seattle reporter with inside updates on players and locker-room mood. They discuss Vrabel vs Macdonald as a chess match, injury updates and X-factors, matchup tactics and coaching decisions shaping the Super Bowl preview.

Jason Lloyd, Browns columnist who covers Cleveland's coaching moves. Dianna Russini, NFL insider reporting from San Francisco. They debate Todd Monken's hire and whether Jim Schwartz will stay. They also unpack Super Bowl buzz, Pro Bowl changes, Roger Goodell's press conference, and talk about international Super Bowl prospects.

Dianna Russini, senior NFL insider at The Athletic known for front-office scoops, reveals behind-the-scenes hiring and GM drama. They dive into Sam Darnold’s path through New England’s pressure-heavy defense and Drake Maye’s need for rhythm and mobility against Seattle. Plus, surprising details on Minnesota’s timing changes and the coaching carousel.

Mike DeFabo, Pittsburgh reporter who covered Mike McCarthy’s return. Zach Kiefer, NFL analyst on coaching trends. Chad Graff, Patriots reporter tracking Drake Maye. Michael-Shawn Dugar, Seahawks analyst on roster building. They debate Seattle’s pressure and big-play offense. They probe Maye’s shoulder, New England’s practice limits, matchup plans, and how coaching hires are reshaping teams.

Seth Wickersham, ESPN senior writer who broke the Belichick Hall of Fame story, and Joe Biscaglia, The Athletic reporter covering the Buffalo Bills, join to dissect coaching moves and the Hall of Fame snub. They debate Cleveland’s Todd Monken hire, Buffalo promoting Joe Brady, Josh Allen’s influence, and the fallout from Bill Belichick missing first-ballot selection.

A riveting recount of Sam Darnold’s unlikely journey to the Super Bowl and how his pocket poise and key throws beat the Rams. A detailed film look at a game-changing touchdown and Seattle’s defensive scheme strengths. Analysis of Drake Maye’s playmaking and leadership. Inside updates on the coaching carousel, Buffalo and Cleveland’s searches, and why candidates are wary of the Eagles’ offensive coordinator job.

Nick Kosmider, a Denver Broncos reporter, shares insights on Jarrett Stidham's unexpected opportunity and how Sean Payton's strategies could redefine the team's performance. Chad Graff discusses the New England Patriots' pressure as favorites and the challenges faced by Drake Maye. Michael-Shawn Dugar brings attention to Sam Darnold's health and how Seattle's culture influences their play. Lastly, Nate Atkins analyzes the Rams' adjustments and highlights Kevin Dotson as a potential game-changing factor.

Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel joins the conversation, bringing insights on Jarrett Stidham's potential as a backup leading the Broncos. He discusses the intricacies of timing and cadence in Sean Payton's offense and what adjustments may be necessary in playoff scenarios. The episode also dives into the coaching fallout in Buffalo, analyzing Terry Pegula's comments and future implications for Josh Allen. Daniel dissects Drake Maye's performance against pressure, while also highlighting Matthew Stafford's elite technique in high-stakes moments.