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NFL: The Insiders

Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and other Insiders break NFL news about each team as it happens on The Insiders. Stay connected in real time with the most impactful stories in football from the game’s most trusted sources.

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The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Steelers Riding High With Russell Wilson, Deshaun Watson Achilles Injury, New York Jets Still Struggling

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport join forces for a two-part edition of the Insiders Podcast. Recapping the Sunday slate of week 7, the trio analyzes the quarterback play from around the league, hitting on Pittsburgh's Russell Wilson, New York's Aaron Rodgers and Houston's C.J. Stroud. Later, the Insiders debate the possibility that the Cincinnati Bengals return to the playoff picture, as well as how WR Amari Cooper complements Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills. D...

Oct 21, 202429 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Lions Lead NFC, Jayden Daniels Injury, Tua Tagovailoa Return News

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport pick up with the latter half of their two-part Monday edition of the Insiders Podcast. The trio discusses significant injuries from around the league, including Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels' rib injury and Las Vegas Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell's more serious setback. Later, the Insiders consider the possibility that Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa returns in week 8, and what that would mean for the pro bowl signal call...

Oct 21, 202428 min

The Insiders Podcast: Steelers QB Situation, Chiefs-49ers Preview, and Chris Godwin and Brian Branch Join the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista take on the top stories from around the NFL including how Mike Tomlin is handling the Steelers’ quarterback situation heading into week seven and whether Alvin Kamara and Maxx Crosby could be on the trade block. Plus, a report from London ahead of Patriots-Jaguars and a preview to the Super Bowl rematch between the Chiefs & 49ers. Buccaneers' wide receiver Chris Godwin & Lions' safety Brian Branch also join the show. See omnystudio.com...

Oct 19, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Full Week 7 Preview, Revenge Games, Does Patrick Mahomes Need Another WR?

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport deliver a full preview of week seven football action. First, Jane Slater joins the show to tee up the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints, before Bucky Brooks, Marc Ross and Steve Wyche all contribute to a London game preview between the New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars. Later on, Ian, Judy and Marc go rapid-fire on the most intriguing matchups in week seven, including a ...

Oct 17, 202447 min

The Insiders Podcast: Russell Wilson is QB1? Davante Adams Slated to Play Week 7, Drake London Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver the heaviest football headlines on the eve of week seven. Davante Adams is a New York Jet and Amari Cooper is a Buffalo Bill, but will they play for their new squads in week 7? Also, other wide receiver news with injury updates for Malik Nabers and Cooper Kupp. Later in the show, Brian Baldinger joins to preview the next London game between the New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars before Cameron Wolfe taps in wi...

Oct 17, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Davante Adams and Amari Cooper Traded, Russell Wilson to Start, and Jonathan Taylor Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport react to Davante Adams being traded from the Raiders to the Jets, Amari Cooper being traded from the Browns to the Bills, and the Steelers planning to start Russell Wilson at quarterback in week seven. Plus, Tom Brady is approved as limited owner of Raiders, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor joins the show, and Jeff Chadiha reveals his five bandwagon teams to jump on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Oct 16, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: NFC North Reigns Supreme, QB Conundrums, Jerry Jones Embarrassed on His Birthday

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver critical analysis from around the league in week 6. First, Judy recaps her reporting from Dallas, where the Cowboys and owner Jerry Jones were embarrassed by the Detroit Lions on Sunday. The Insiders also touch on the historic start that the NFC North is off to — a division where all four teams have winning records though week six. They later tackle a couple of quarterback questions, including how the Steel...

Oct 14, 202431 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Baltimore's Elite Offensive Duo, More Rookie QBs Debut

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo continue on their two-part episode of "The Insiders." The quartet picks up with discussing injury news pertaining to the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders, before admiring a Hall of Fame-caliber duo in Baltimore that has taken the league by storm. Later, the Insiders analyze two rookie quarterback debuts — New England's Drake Maye and New Orleans' Spencer Rattler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Oct 14, 202430 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jaguars-Bears Preview, Steelers’ QB Conundrum, and David Montgomery Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapport discuss the top news stories from around the NFL including who the Steelers will start at quarterback with Russell Wilson off the injury report and the injury to 49ers running back Jordan Mason in last night’s win over the Seahawks. Plus, Bears tight end Cole Kmet joins the Insiders from London ahead of the Jaguars-Bears matchup; Brian Baldinger breaks down the 49ers win over the Seahawks; Omar Ruiz discusses the Cardinals-Packers matchup; Lions...

Oct 12, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jets Organizational Shakeup, Jayden Daniels vs Lamar Jackson, London Calling

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo weigh in on New York Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich replacing Nathaniel Hackett as offensive play-caller with passing game coordinator Todd Downing. There are more offensive questions, as Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen says he must get on the same page with Bills wide receivers. Additionally, can the Cleveland Browns improve with Deshaun Watson at QB? Plus, Bridget Condon reports live from Seattle ahead...

Oct 10, 202448 min

The Insiders Podcast: Aaron Rodgers' Comments on Jets Firing Robert Saleh and Vikings Safety Camryn Bynum Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo react to Aaron Rodgers' comments on the Jets firing Robert Saleh as head coach as well as reporting news from around the NFL including Saints announcing rookie QB Spencer Rattler to start Week 6 against the Buccaneers and the Raiders making QB changes starting Aidan O’Connell against the Steelers over Gardner Minshew. Vikings safety Camryn Bynum joins the Insiders, plus a preview of the Cardinals vs. Packers and Mic...

Oct 10, 202444 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jets Fire Coach Robert Saleh, Drake Maye to Start in Week 6, and Pat Surtain II Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo discuss the Jets firing of head coach Robert Saleh as well as other news around the NFL including Drake Maye being named the Patriots starter for week six and Derek Carr’s oblique injury in the Saints loss to the Chiefs on Monday night. Plus Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II joins the Insiders, Brian Baldinger breaks down the Chiefs win over the Saints, and Jeff Chadiha reveals three truths heading into week six. See omnystudio....

Oct 09, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Rookie Quarterbacks Impress in Week 5, Jets in Desperate Territory

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver the first portion of a two-part special of The Insiders. A full analysis of week five, the discussion begins with the New York Jets offense before transitioning over to the latest buzz with disgruntled wide receiver Davante Adams. Later, the Insiders debate the possibility of Drake Maye taking the reigns for the New England Patriots offense, before giving some serious analysis on each of the starting rookie...

Oct 07, 202427 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Cowboys Escape Pittsburgh With a Win, the Bengals' Season Is Not Over

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo pick up where they left off in part one, starting with a full breakdown of the Dallas Cowboys' crucial win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football. Next, the Insiders discuss the paradoxical Cincinnati Bengals, one of the most talented 1-4 teams in recent memory. They also discuss quarterbacks — good, bad and ugly — including Kyler Murray, Anthony Richardson and Deshaun Watson. See omnystudio.com/list...

Oct 07, 202430 min

The Insiders Podcast: Falcons Beat the Bucs in an OT Thriller, Cowboys at Steelers Preview, and Brian Robinson Jr. Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo discuss the top news stories from around the NFL including DaVante Adams’ Instagram post about Edgar Allan Poe and the connection with the Ravens. Plus, a report from London ahead of the Jets-Vikings matchup; Brian Baldinger breaks down Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins’ 509 passing yards in their win over the Buccaneers and he previews the Ravens-Bengals division matchup; Jane Slater previews the Cowboys-Steelers matchup; Commanders RB Brian R...

Oct 05, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: Davante Adams Wants the Jets, Tyreek Hill Happy in Miami, Full Week Five Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo join forces to tackle the biggest news stories from around the league. Las Vegas Raiders standout wide receiver Davante Adams would like to play for Jets, according to the latest reports. Other teams including the Saints, Steelers, Ravens and 49ers are potential landing spots. Tyreek Hill says he doesn’t want to be traded from the Miami Dolphins, and Patrick Mahomes says he’s not concerned about lack of production ...

Oct 03, 202448 min

The Insiders Podcast: Potential Landing Spots for Davante Adams and Jalen Pitre Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo tackle the biggest news stories from around the NFL including potential landing spots for Davante Adams after requesting a trade from the Raiders, Aaron Rodgers dealing with knee soreness ahead of his Week 5 international matchup in London against the Vikings. Jane Slater reports on the Cowboys injuries including wide receiver Brandin Cooks and linebacker Micah Parsons. Bucky Brooks and Steve Wyche assess Commander...

Oct 03, 202444 min

The Insiders Podcast: Davante Adams Requests a Trade, Aidan Hutchinson Joins the Insiders, and Jets-Vikings Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero & Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo tackle the biggest news stories from around the NFL including Davante Adams trade request from the Raiders, Aaron Rodgers dealing with knee soreness, the Steelers sticking with Justin Fields as their week five starter, and an update on Titans QB Will Levis’ shoulder injury. Plus Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson joins show to talk about the Lions win over Seahawks; Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross preview the ...

Oct 02, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jayden Daniels Takeover, Sam Darnold and Vikings Roll to 4-0, Chiefs Face Adversity

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista tackle the most important storylines around the NFL following Sunday’s week four games. The biggest takeaways? Aaron Rodgers & HC Robert Saleh might not be on the same page after loss to Broncos. Sam Darnold and the Vikings are the real deal at 4-0. The Chiefs fear losing WR Rashee Rice to torn ACL. In Washington, Jayden Daniels might be on a superstar trajectory. Plus, an injury update on Colts QB Anthony Richardson, the Bal...

Sep 30, 202456 min

The Insiders Podcast: Cowboys-Giants Recap, Injury Updates, and Ravens-Bills Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Mike Garafolo discuss the potential impact of Micah Parsons injury during Cowboys win over the Giants on Thursday Night Football. Then they share injury updates from around the league including the Raiders’ Davante Adams, the Chargers’ Justin Herbert, and the Packers’ Jordan Love. Then they preview the showdown between the Bills and Ravens with Brian Baldinger. Next Baldinger and Steve Wyche recap the Cowboys-Giants game. Plus Adam Rank joins...

Sep 28, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: Complete Week 4 Preview, QB Questions for Dolphins, Titans and Raiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver a complete preview of week four's upcoming action. Starting with a divisional matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants on Thursday Night Football, the Insiders answer all the big questions -- including the potential return of "Danny Dimes," the future of Will Levis on the Tennessee Titans and legitimacy of the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers. Along the way, Steve Wyche, Cameron Wolfe, Brian Bal...

Sep 26, 202450 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jordan Love & Justin Herbert's Playing Status + QBs Playing Below Their Potential

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero & Ian Rapoport discuss the biggest news from around the league including Jordan Love and Justin Herbert’s playing status for Sunday. Bucky Brooks discusses why Trevor Lawrence, Anthony Richardson and Patrick Mahomes are playing below their potential. Plus, Stacey Dales reports on the Vikings at Packers Week 4 matchup, while Michael F. Florio reveals his fantasy starts and sits and Jets defensive tackle Solomon Thomas joins the Insiders. See omnystudio.com/l...

Sep 26, 202444 min

The Insider Podcast: Injury Updates, Reactions to the Monday Night Double Header, and the Best Coaching Performances So Fa

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista, discuss the biggest news from around the league including the injury status of Russell Wilson, Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, and Jordan Love. They also share highlights and reactions to the MNF double header where Josh Allen & Jayden Daniels came out on top. Plus Jeff Chadiha buys and sell team off to hot starts; Jane Slater reports on Cowboys struggles; while Marc Ross and Brian Baldinger weigh in on the most impressive coaching perf...

Sep 25, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Quarterback Evaluations, the Chiefs Find a Way, the Panthers Are "Not a Joke"

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo tackle the biggest storylines around the NFL following Sunday’s week three games. The Insiders analyze the Dallas Cowboys' 1-2 start, the Los Angeles Rams' comeback win over the San Francisco 49ers and the Carolina Panthers' first win courtesy of veteran QB Andy Dalton. Plus, the Pittsburgh Steelers ride high with Justin Fields, the Green Bay Packers win back-to-back with Malik Willis and the Chicago Bears continue...

Sep 23, 20241 hr

The Insiders Podcast: Update on Justin Herbert and Jordan Love, Reactions to Jets Win Over Patriots, and Alex Highsmith and Arthur Blank Join

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Judy Battista tackle the biggest stories from around the NFL including Justin Herbert’s questionable status for week 3 with an ankle injury and Jordan Love’s possible return after three straight days of practice. The insiders also react to the Jets win over Patriots on TNF and talk to Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith and Falcons owner Arthur Blank. To wrap the show, Adam Rank reveals his week three “Cause for Concerns” fantasy players. See ...

Sep 21, 202441 min

The Insiders Podcast: Aaron Rodgers Returns to MetLife Stadium, Rams and 49ers Battle the Injury Bug

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport join forces to preview Thursday Night Football and other major storylines in week three. Injuries were a major topic at the top of the show, as the Insiders discussed QBs Jordan Love and Justin Herbert practicing in a limited capacity. They also preview the Sunday afternoon matchup between two injury-ridden teams — the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams. Steve Wyche and Omar Ruiz joined the show to previe...

Sep 19, 202447 min

The Insiders Podcast: Jordan Love Returns to Practice, Vikings DT Harrison Phillips and Cardinals RB James Conner Join

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Mike Garafolo tackle the biggest stories from around the NFL including Jordan Love’s return to practice in limited fashion and his status for Week 3. Justin Herbert did not practice Wednesday with ankle injury. Vikings DT Harrison Phillips and Cardinals RB James Conner join the Insiders live. Jane Slater joins the Insiders to discuss how the Cowboys are preparing for their Week 3 matchup vs. the Ravens. Cameron Wolfe reports on the Dolphins m...

Sep 19, 202444 min

The Insiders Podcast: Tua Tagovailoa Placed on IR, Patrick Mahomes Turns 29

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver the biggest storylines entering week three of the regular season. The Insiders react to the Miami Dolphins placing Tua Tagovailoa on injured reserve, as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers sticking with quarterback Justin Fields. Later in the show, Marc Ross and Brian Baldinger tap in to discuss the New Orleans Saints’ huge win over the Cowboys in Dallas. Pelissero and Jefferi Chadiha share their Tuesday Takeaways, before Sa...

Sep 18, 202441 min

The Insiders Podcast: Bryce Young Benched, New York Giants Blunder

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo deliver the biggest football storylines following the busiest Sunday slate of the 2024 regular season. First, the Insiders discuss the Carolina Panthers benching 2023 No. 1 pick Bryce Young, as the team decides it will lean on veteran QB Andy Dalton. They also analyze huge wins for Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets, as well as Malik Willis and the Green Bay Packers. The Insiders then address the idea that the Cle...

Sep 16, 202458 min

The Insiders Podcast: Tua Tagovailoa Career Concerns, 49ers Considering IR for Christian McCaffrey

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo deliver Friday's biggest football headlines. The Insiders discuss the possibility that Christian McCaffrey lands on injured reserve, as well as the media storm created by Tua Tagovailoa's latest concussion on Thursday Night Football. They also react to Ja'Marr Chase's bold claim that the Bengals are the "team to beat" in the AFC, before welcoming in New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis for an interview. To top off Friday's...

Sep 14, 202444 min
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