The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC East. Will the return of Dak Prescott and the addition of Dan Quinn lead the Cowboys back to the playoffs? Can Ryan Fitzpatrick revitalize Washington’s offense? Is this a make it or break it season for Daniel Jones? What should we make of the Eagles this year? They examine all of that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nate Tice and Robert Mays continue The Athletic Football Show’s division preview series with the AFC North. Are the Browns true Super Bowl contenders? What is the evolution of the Ravens passing game? Did the Steelers do enough to revamp the offense? What can we expect from Joe Burrow and the Bengals? They dive into all of that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 06, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Athletic’s Mike Sando joins Robert Mays to discuss a division he knows very well, the NFC West. Can Matthew Stafford lead the Rams back to the Super Bowl? When will we see Trey Lance in San Francisco? Can the Seahawks correct the offense? Will the Cardinals finally find a rhythm? They discuss all of that and much more in their annual preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 03, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast ESPN's Mina Kimes joins Robert Mays for a full preview of the NFC South. How good will the Bucs be? How surprising is it that Sean Payton went with Jameis Winston in New Orleans? What about the Sam Darnold trade? And which players in Atlanta have us intrigued? All that and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 02, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bill Barnwell returns to The Athletic Football Show as he and Robert Mays dissect the AFC East. What should we make of Cam Newton's release? Is Josh Allen in the MVP convo for 2021? Are we Tua Tagovailoa believers? And what about the Jets? The annual division previews continue on a new TAFS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 01, 2021•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice return to The Athletic Football Show with their annual division previews, kicking things off with Robert and Nate's favorite division, the NFC North. What x-factors could put those teams into the postseason? What are we most excited to watch in Chicago, Green Bay, Minnesota and Detroit? ATHLETIC DISCOUNT - theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 31, 2021•2 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast What should NFL fans be watching for this college football season? The Athletic’s Andy Staples and Robert Mays discuss the QBs, coaches and other top talent to monitor this year. Plus, Giants reporter Dan Duggan joins the show to talk about Daniel Jones and the additions to the defense. Finally, could this year really be different for the Vikings? Chad Graff stops by to talk about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 27, 2021•2 hr 42 min•Transcript available on Metacast We've gone over the offenses to look out for this season, but what about the defenses? Nate Tice joins Robert as they each bring a list of teams they can't wait to watch take the field in 2021 - from Vic Fangio's horses, to the Packers and more. Then Robert sits down with Adam Jahns at Bears camp to discuss his hometown Chicago Bears, Justin Fields, Matt Nagy and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert and Lindsay kick off the week catching up on NFL headlines, from the battle between Cam Newton and Mac Jones, Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Trey Lance and more. Then Robert welcomes Jake Ciely of The Athletic Fantasy Football Podcast to hunt for some value picks at QB, RB, WR and more. Then Robert catches up with Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic's Head of the Pack podcast to get the latest on the chaos with Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay. Get your Athletic discount and Jake's Fantas...
Aug 24, 2021•2 hr 53 min•Transcript available on Metacast With Week 1 right around the corner, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays to discuss the NFL’s top 10 offenses. Then, Bengals reporter Paul Dehner Jr. chats with Robert about Cincinnati’s offensive line, the questions on defense and much more. Finally, Bengals OC Brian Callahan talks about Joe Burrow’s progress this camp and how the team is looking to grow the offense around him this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2021•2 hr 45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice examine the most intriguing first-year play callers heading into the 2021 season. They predict how these coaches will shape the offense, the level of impact it will have on the team and much more. Plus, The Athletic’s Lions reporter Chris Burke joins the show to talk about Dan Campbell’s coaching staff, Penei Sewell and expectations for Detroit this year. Finally, Robert chats with Rams secondary coach/passing game coordinator Ejiro Evero about the wave of defensive evo...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast What do teams on the cusp of a Super Bowl title like the Browns, Bills, Packers, Ravens, Seahawks and more need to do get over the hump? Robert and Lindsay Jones discuss the changes that have been made, or need to be made, with those teams headed into 2021. Then Robert catches up with The Athletic's Cowboys beat writer Jon Machota to talk all things Dak Prescott, Jerry Jones, CeeDee Lamb and America's Team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matthew Stafford as a Ram. Sam Darnold as a Carolina Panther. Ryan Fitzpatrick in Washington. What can we expect from the veteran QBs with new homes in 2021 after the insane precedent Tom Brady set last season? Nate Tice joins Robert Mays to discuss how the old guys could stand out among the young guns + some rapid fire rookie QB talk, then Robert sits down with The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue at Rams camp to get the lowdown on Sean McVay and the new-look Los Angeles Rams. REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE ...
Aug 13, 2021•2 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays sits down with ESPN’s Bill Barnwell to discuss the teams stuck in the middle of the NFL power rankings. They present six teams, how they got in this position and why it’s difficult to see their path to the top. Plus, The Athletic’s Chargers reporter Daniel Popper joins the show to talk Brandon Staley’s first year on the job, expectations for the team in Justin Herbert’s second season and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 11, 2021•2 hr 36 min•Transcript available on Metacast What affect do the Josh Allen, Darius Leonard and Xavien Howard contracts have on the rest of the league? How do we define success for first-year head coaches like Urban Meyer, Dan Campbell, Arthur Smith, Brandon Staley, Nick Sirianni, and Robert Saleh? Lindsay Jones and Robert Mays discuss, plus Robert welcomes Joe Person, Panthers beat writer from The Athletic to dive into Sam Darnold and what we could see out of Carolina in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the coaches at a crossroads heading into the 2021 season. Some of which have a lot to prove, others face a pivotal moment in their career. Plus, The Athletic’s Falcons reporter Tori McElhaney joins the show to talk about the team’s transitional year, the major questions on defense and first-round pick Kyle Pitts. Finally, Jaguars’ OC Darrell Bevell sits down with Robert to discuss the plan for Trevor Lawrence, what he’s seen so far in training camp and more. Lea...
Aug 06, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring 5 names to the table of players that could have breakout seasons in 2021, from a few different CBs to watch out for, potential defensive threats & more, they reveal their lists live on the show and dive into some of Robert's observations from Jets camp. Then The Athletic's Greg Auman stops through with Robert to dig into the Super Bowl champs' attempt at a back-to-back, Byron Leftwich brings us some insight on the offensive playcalling and Robert ends the sho...
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Which players have the most at stake in 2021? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones are together in Miami to examine who has the most on the line this season. They also discuss their impressions from Dolphins camp, Carson Wentz’s foot injury and what the Colts will do at QB. Finally, The Athletic’s Bills reporter Matthew Fairburn joins the show to talk about Josh Allen, Buffalo’s questions at CB and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 03, 2021•2 hr 37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the latest news and notes across the league including Aaron Rodgers’ candid press conference, Xavien Howard’s trade request and more. Plus, Robert’s training camp tour has officially begun with stops in Indianapolis and Cleveland. The Athletic’s Colts writer Zak Keefer joins the show to talk about Carson Wentz and the question marks on defense. Also, Browns writer Zac Jackson stops by to discuss Baker Mayfield’s growth and the return of OBJ. Finally, Robert catc...
Jul 30, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mike Sando's annual 'QB Tiers' has been a staple of the NFL beat for years. Now Mike joins our own Robert Mays for full reaction to the piece as it drops. Which QBs deserved to be tier 1? Who has no shot? Where do Aaron Rodgers, Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson and more fall in 2021? Read the entire piece at theathletic.com/qbtiers for the full tier reveal and let us know what you think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones return as training camps arrive with a fresh dose of Aaron Rodgers news in Green Bay, the Deshaun Watson situation taking a turn in Houston, QB battles taking shape in New Orleans and Denver, plus Robert and Lindsay dive into their individual under-the-radar players they're watching, biggest storylines around the NFL and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show. Discount link - theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Canton Court is officially open for session! Robert Mays and Nate Tice each present three players and why they believe they deserve a spot in the Hall of Fame. They back up their cases with stats, stories and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy and Evan Silva of Establish the Run join Robert Mays for a special look-ahead to the fantasy football season. Which players should you take early? Where should you draft a QB? What value receivers will be available late? Get a head start in your league now and remember to stay locked-in to The Athletic all season for the best fantasy advice. Get your exclusive discount to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Transcript available on Metacast New Falcons GM Terry Fontenot joins Robert Mays for the final installment of The Athletic’s Offseason Interview Series. Fontenot discusses his approach to Atlanta’s salary cap situation and why the term “rebuild” wasn’t in their vocabulary. They also talk about the decision to draft Kyle Pitts, the Julio Jones trade and the lessons he’s learned from his time in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 09, 2021•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who are the 2021 versions of NFL standouts from 2020 like QB Josh Allen, coach Brandon Staley, the Cleveland Browns surprising season and more? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look ahead to 2021 through the lens of some potential replacements for 2020 storylines. Be sure and get the best discount on a new subscription to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series by welcoming Colts GM Chris Ballard to the show. Chris details his time in Chicago, the move to trade for Carson Wentz, his biggest weakness as a general manager and much more. Subscribe to The Athletic with our exclusive discount at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 02, 2021•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast When the subject of potential Pro Football Hall of Famers come up, the response is sometimes "Nope, he belongs in the Hall of Very Good." So what would such a Hall actually look like? Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring their inaugural inductions into the Hall of Very Good. Which players deserve a spot? Let us know on social media! Subscribe to The Athletic using our discount at theathletic.com/footballshow SPOILER LIST REVEAL HALL OF VERY GOOD Class of 2021 Nate - Kevin Williams DT Vikings Rob...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series with Chargers new head coach Brandon Staley. Staley discusses what has surprised him the most about his new role, the importance of conceptualization vs. memorization and the biggest influences on his defensive scheme. They also talk about how Staley is imprinting his values on the offense, his relationship with Justin Herbert and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2021•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Which NFL rosters have improved the most headed into 2021? Which teams worry us the most? And which ones fall into our "What the Hell?" category? Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones both bring team names to the table as Robert Mays leads the crew through their 2021 Roster Doctor segment assessing the best and worst rosters in the NFL. SPOILERS BELOW FOR THE FULL LIST Best Rosters Bucs, Packers, Chiefs, Browns, Bills, Packers Worst Rosters Texans, Lions, Jags, Panthers, Eagles Best Offensive Depth Charts...
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Pro Football Focus' Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a wide look at NFL defenses. Which trends are taking the current league by storm, and which ones are the trends of the future? From defensive line to defensive backs, the guys discuss it all on a new Athletic Football Show. Get full access to The Athletic with an exclusive discount - theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast