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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: Pro Bowl picks & snubs, most dangerous & concerning playoff teams, is Aaron Rodgers done?

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo & Ian Rapoport discuss Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa’s injury status ahead of his Week 18 matchup with a playoff spot on the line. New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers admits his future with the team is uncertain. The Insiders also discuss general manager and head coach Interviews. Plus, who made the Pro Bowl and who got snubbed? Jane Slater reports on the Commanders and Cowboys. Stacey Dales talks about the Vikings and Lions. And Brian Baldinge...

Jan 03, 202542 min

The Insiders Podcast: Bengals Livin' on a Prayer, Mike Evans Chases 1000, J.K. Dobbins Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista deliver the biggest football storylines of week 18. First, the Insiders discuss the Eagles' decision to sit Saquon Barkley 101 yards shy of the NFL rushing record. Then, Tom and Ian interview Los Angeles Chargers running back J.K. Dobbins. Later in the show Sara Walsh, Cam Wolfe and Bucky Brooks all drop in to preview week 18's biggest matchups. To end the show, Michael F. Florio concludes the fantasy football season with his end...

Jan 02, 202543 min

The Insiders Podcast: Week 18 Storylines, Tight MVP Race, New Year Celebration

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista & Mike Garafolo tackle the biggest storylines heading into week 18. The trio breaks down the massive matchup between the Vikings & Lions, gives an update on Brock Purdy’s injury status and tries to figure out if the Eagles are better off playing starters, including Saquon Barkley -- who is 101 yards away from breaking the NFL’s single season rushing record. Then, Former NFL & UCLA Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy joins the show and...

Jan 01, 202543 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Will Saquon Sit? A Vikings Trend & NY Giants Draft Position

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero deliver a two-part YouTube and podcast edition of "The Insiders." On the brink of history, do the Eagles start Saquon Barkley? The Insiders also discuss teams in the playoff hunt and paths to the playoffs for the Bengals, Broncos & Dolphins. Plus, how much did the Giants' win hurt their draft positioning in 2025? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 30, 202430 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Complete Playoff Picture Analysis

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero take a deep dive into the NFC and AFC Playoff pictures. The Insiders begin with discussing whether or not the the Chiefs will rest starters week 18 against the Broncos, given that the Bengals need Kansas City to win in order to stay alive. Then, the quartet debates which team the Eagles would least like to see in Wildcard round and how the NFC South division winners impact the playoff matchups. See omnystudio.com/l...

Dec 30, 202429 min

The Insiders Podcast: Week 17's Playoff-Clinching Scenarios, Major Game Previews, Fantasy Championship Week

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport & Mike Garafolo set the table for week 17 with the biggest football headlines of the day. First, the Insiders react to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts being ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Then, Brian Baldinger breaks down the Packers-Vikings matchup and Jeff Chadiha tackles Broncos-Bengals. Cameron Wolfe also previews Jets-Bills. Later, the Insiders debate teams that could prevent the Chiefs from a Super Bowl 3-pe...

Dec 28, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Christmas Day Games, Playoff Scenarios, and Fantasy Finishers

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista & Mike Garafolo set the table for week 17 with previews to Chiefs vs. Steelers and Ravens vs. Texans while unpacking the latest playoff-clinching scenarios. How dangerous are the Packers after securing a playoff berth? Marc Ross weighs in, while Jeff Chadiha shares which playoff contenders he’s buying or selling. Finally, Michael F. Florio delivers his Fantasy Finishers to help you dominate Championship Week! See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Dec 25, 202441 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: NFC Playoff Picture... Eagles Slip, Falcons Jump, Rams Gain Control

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver a two-part podcast and YouTube edition of the Insiders during the countdown to Monday Night Football between the Saints and Packers. In the first part of the episode, the group analyzes the NFC playoff picture, beginning with the Philadelphia Eagles — a team that slipped in part because of a concussion suffered by starting quarterback Jalen Hurts on Sunday. Later, the Insiders debate the effectiveness of ro...

Dec 23, 202430 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: AFC Playoff Picture, NY Giants Hold No. 1 Pick

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver the second half of a two-part podcast and YouTube edition of "The Insiders." In this episode, the quartet analyze the AFC playoff picture, including potential Wildcard pushes from the Bengals, Dolphins and Colts. Later, the Insiders discuss the New York Giants having sole possession of the No. 1 pick in the 2025 Draft through week 16. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 23, 202428 min

The Insiders Podcast: Cameron Dicker’s Historic Field Goal, Chargers-Broncos Recap, and Playoff Scenarios

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista discuss the big news from around the NFL and all of the week sixteen playoff-clinching scenarios. Brian Baldinger joins the show to discuss Chargers kicker Cameron Dicker making history with his fair-catch field goal in the Chargers win over the Broncos on Thursday Night Football. Plus, Steve Wyche discusses the AFC North matchup between the Ravens and Steelers and which team is in best position to get overall number one seed in the AFC & ...

Dec 21, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Seahawks LB Uchenna Nwosu Joins, Aaron Rodgers' Future & Kirk Cousins' Contract

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport & Mike Garafolo set the table for Week 15. Bridget Condon live reports from SoFi Stadium ahead of the Broncos and Chargers TNF Matchup. Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn says the sky is falling mentality is dumb. QB Aaron Rodgers says he’s willing to mentor a Jets rookie QB if he’s asked to return in 2025. Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu and Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominee joins the show. Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross discuss...

Dec 20, 202448 min

The Insiders Podcast: Michael Penix Jr. to Start, Josh Allen MVP Talk, Ty Johnson Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo join forces to deliver football's biggest headlines heading into week 16. First, Steve Wyche joins the show to analyze the Atlanta Falcons' decision to start rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. over Kirk Cousins. Then, Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson joins the show to talk about his breakout game versus the Detroit Lions last Sunday. Also, Jane Slater previews Texans at Chiefs and Bridget Condon primes us for Broncos at Ch...

Dec 19, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: Thin Ice for Kirk Cousins, Budda Baker Extended, Teddy Bridgewater Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista deliver the most pressing football headlines of the day on the eve of week 16. The Insiders begin with the news of Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris mulling a change at quarterback, following poor play from Kirk Cousins. Then, Teddy Bridgewater joins the show after winning a high school football state title with his alma mater, Miami Northwestern. Along the way, the Insiders gather analysis from Brian Baldinger, Marc Ross,...

Dec 18, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Vikings, Texans & Steelers Punch Tickets to Playoffs

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero deliver a two-part podcast & YouTube edition of the Insiders. Tom reports from the field at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis ahead of the Vikings MNF game against the Bears, and Ian delivers the latest report on Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes. Later, the Insiders debate the legitimacy of the Philadelphia Eagles as a playoff contender. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Dec 16, 202431 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Monday Night Doubleheader, Playoff Hopefuls

NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero continue with the second part of their Monday podcast & YouTube special by discussing teams that have all but dropped out of the playoff hunt. This week, the Colts, Dolphins and Seahawks suffered tough losses — opening up windows for teams like the Rams and Bengals to make a playoff push. Later, the Insiders preview the Monday Night Football Doubleheader, which includes Bears at Vikings and Falcons at Raiders. ...

Dec 16, 202428 min

The Insiders Podcast: 49ers-Rams Recap, 49ers Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell Refuses to Play, and Bills-Lions Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo bring you the most important week fifteen injury news. Plus, Brian Baldinger joins to discuss 49ers linebacker De'Vondre Campbell refusing to play Thursday night; Stacey Dales previews Bills-Lions; Bridget Condon previews Bucs-Chargers; and Adam Rank reveals his "Fantasy Week 15: minutes of fame." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Rams-49ers TNF Countdown, Full Week 15 Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista join forces to deliver a full preview of week 15's football action, starting with live pregame field coverage of Thursday Night Football between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers courtesy of Omar Ruiz. Then, Sara Walsh and Brian Baldinger join with a preview of Steelers-Eagles. Along the way, the Insiders hear analysis from reporters and analysts Marc Ross, Jeff Chadiha and Cam Wolfe for multiple key mat...

Dec 12, 202449 min

The Insiders Podcast: Belichick to UNC, Rams-49ers TNF Preview, Dolphins FB Alec Ingold Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report the latest football headlines on the eve of week 15 of the NFL regular season. First, the news breaks of Bill Belichick agreeing to become next head coach of University of North Carolina Football, followed by Scott Pioli and Bucky Brooks joining the show to react to the momentous signing. Later, Buffalo Bills owner Terry Pegula joins the Insiders from the NFL's special meeting near Dallas, Texas. Also, Judy ...

Dec 12, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast: Live From the NFL Special Meeting... Rumors, Drama & More

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report the latest football headlines amidst the League's special meeting near Dallas, Texas. Broncos Linebacker and Walter Payton Man of the Year Candidate Alex Singleton joins the show, before Jane Slater and Brian Baldinger recap Monday Night Football. Later, Jeffri Chadiha talks playoff periphery teams and Sam Schwartzstein previews Thursday Night Football on Prime Video and NFL+. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Dec 11, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Chiefs Continue Historic Run, Vikings Rolling, Rams Not Done

NFL Network Insiders Judy Battista, Steve Wyche, Omar Ruiz and Sara Walsh join forces to tackle the biggest headlines facing the football world in this two-part podcast and YouTube special. The Insiders begin with a discussion about the Kansas City Chiefs, who have now placed themselves in nearly uncontested possession of a first-round playoff bye. Later, the hosts debate the legitimacy of the Minnesota Vikings, Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Dec 09, 202429 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Belichick to UNC Heating Up, Eagles Somehow Frustrated, Falcons Lose Grip on NFC South

NFL Network Insiders Judy Battista, Steve Wyche, Omar Ruiz and Sara Walsh continue on their two-part podcast edition of The Insiders. In this episode, the quartet analyzes the seriousness of the Bill Belichick rumors related to the open head coach position at the University of North Carolina. Later, the Insiders touch on the Philadelphia Eagles offense before transitioning over to the NFC South. To conclude, Judy and the crew make sense of this especially disappointing New York Giants team. See ...

Dec 09, 202428 min

The Insiders Podcast: Lions-Packers Recap, Browns-Steelers Preview, and Steelers Defensive Tackle Larry Ogunjobi Joins the Insiders

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Mike Garafolo recap the Lions win over the Packers with Brian Baldinger. They also react to George Pickens saying he doesn’t know who Browns cornerback Greg Newsome is; Steelers defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi joins the show to discuss his Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination; Bridget Condon & Jeff Chadiha preview the Bills-Rams matchup; and Brian Baldinger discusses the impact of the Lions clinching a playoff berth and the importance...

Dec 07, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: TNF Countdown, Tua Tagovailoa Speaks Up, Cameron Dicker Joins & More Week 14 Previews

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport welcome Stacey Dales live from Ford Field in Detroit for a live report ahead of the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Packers and Lions, followed by analysis from Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross. The Insiders react to Tua Tagovailoa’s comments about putting himself in harms way and leaving his teammates out to dry. Los Angeles Chargers Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee Cameron Dicker Joins the show, before Omar Ruiz p...

Dec 05, 202448 min

The Insiders Podcast: The Latest on Azeez Al-Shaair & Trevor Lawrence, Falcons QB Question, Week 14 Preview

NFL Network insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver football's biggest headlines on the eve of week 14 of the regular season. The show begins with the news that Houston's Azeez Al-Shaair will have his suspension upheld after his hit on Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence. Then, Bucky Brooks and Marc Ross debate who will champion the highly contested NFC West. Later, Bridget Condon previews Chargers-Chiefs and Steve Wyche previews Browns-Steelers. Cameron Wolfe also j...

Dec 05, 202440 min

The Insiders Podcast: MVP Chatter, Week 14's Huge TNF, Rashaad White Joins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver football's biggest headlines as we enter week 14 of the regular season. The trio reacts to the latest Aaron Rodgers drama before welcoming Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rashaad White to the show. Then, Brian Baldinger shares his Game Flo of the Week from Monday Night Football, and Judy Asks the Aces with Jeff Chadiha. Later, Stacey Dales and Sam Schwartzstein each deliver unique previews of week 14's Thursday Night F...

Dec 04, 202443 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part I: Eagles & Vikings Silencing Haters, What's in the Tank for Aaron Rodgers?

NFL Network insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo convene for a multi-part podcast and YouTube edition of the Insiders ahead of week 12 Monday Night Football. The Insiders analyze the keys to success for two NFC contenders, the Philadelphia Eagles and Minnesota Vikings, before tacking the tough subject of the New York Jets. At the end of the episode, the hosts debate the possibility that quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays for a new franchise in 2025. See omnystudio.c...

Dec 02, 202429 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Wide Open NFC West, Kirk Cousins Under Pressure, Ravens Have Problems

NFL Network insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo continue with the second part of their two-part Monday podcast & YouTube special. Picking up from part one, Ian tells a short anecdote about aging quarterbacks fading out of the League. Then, the Insiders discuss the news of San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey landing on IR with a knee injury. Later, quartet makes sense of a questionable Baltimore Ravens team, as well as a head coach job postin...

Dec 02, 202426 min

The Insiders Podcast: Daniel Jones Chooses Minnesota, Previews & Injury Reports Ahead of Thanksgiving Games

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport & Mike Garafolo deliver football's biggest headlines ahead of Thanksgiving week. The quartet discusses Daniel Jones signing with the Vikings after being released by the Giants, before Bucky Brooks previews Bears-Lions & Dolphins-Packers. Later, Jane Slater reports on Giants-Cowboys and Jeff Chadiha previews Raiders-Chiefs. To top things off, Michael F. Florio provides fantasy football advice for Thanksgiving and the rest of ...

Nov 28, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast: Mike McCarthy Extension?? Another Aaron Rodgers Soundbite & Full Thanksgiving Slate Preview

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver football's biggest headlines as the season reaches a crucial week: Thanksgiving. The trio begins with debate over Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones floating the idea of an extension around for head coach Mike McCarthy. Then, Marc Ross joins the show to discuss teams that need to turn things around before it's too late. Later, Bridget Condon recaps Monday Night Football between the Los Angeles Chargers and Baltimore Ravens...

Nov 27, 202442 min

The Insiders Podcast, Part II: Crucial Thanksgiving Games, Rookie Quarterback Trajectories

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo continue their analysis of week 12's action, while also breaking news along the way. In the second part of this Monday podcast edition of the Insiders, the quartet previews the Thanksgiving slate of football games, including in-depth analysis of Bears-Lions and Dolphins-Packers. Later, the Insiders compare and contrast the seasons of Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos with Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders. T...

Nov 25, 202428 min
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