Dave Helman is back to catch you up on the latest NFL news before attempting to solve the draft's biggest mysteries with FOX Sports NFC East reporter Ralph Vacchiano. To start, Dave and Ralph assess wide receiver Devonta Smith's extension with the Philadelphia Eagles and wonder if this puts pressure on the Cowboys to get a deal done with CeeDee Lamb. Then, Dave and Ralph attempt to solve the biggest mysteries of the 2024 NFL Draft, starting with what the New York Giants will do with the 6th pick...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, wide receiver Roman Wilson out of Michigan, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Dave and Roman discuss Roman's background growing up in Hawaii and winning 38 straight high school football games before enrolling at Michigan for the COVID-19-shortened 2020 season. They also talk about Roman's fit in the NFL, his experience at the Senior Bowl, and the idea of reuniting with Jim Harbaugh in Los Angeles. Finally, Roman shares his scou...
Apr 12, 2024•17 min
Dave Helman is joined by The Athletic's Dane Brugler to dive deep into the 2024 NFL Draft. First, Dave catches up on some news: Jaguars DE Josh Allen has signed a 5-year, $150M extension, and the NFL has announced that the Packers will be joining the Eagles in São Paulo, Brazil, on Friday, September 6th. Then, Dane Brugler joins the show to discuss the 2024 NFL Draft and Dane's annual draft guide for The Athletic, nicknamed "The Beast." Dane and Dave talk through a deep QB class, what could be a...
Apr 11, 2024•47 min
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, quarterback Spencer Rattler out of South Carolina, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Dave and Rattler discuss Rattler's journey from a featured member of the Netflix Documentary "QB1" in high school to his time at Oklahoma before transferring to South Carolina. They also talk about Rattler's relationships with some of the top quarterbacks in this year's class, winning the Senior Bowl MVP, and fellow South Carolina draft prospec...
Apr 10, 2024•14 min
Dave Helman is joined by Carmen Vitali to analyze the 2024 NFL Draft. To start, Carmen takes Dave through USC QB Caleb Williams fit in the Chicago Bears’ offense under new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron. Then, Dave and Carmen play a game of Fact or Fiction with the reports and rumors surrounding the 2024 NFL Draft to sift through smokescreens and determine what information we can trust. Will the Vikings trade up for a QB? Are the Patriots looking to trade down? Plus which prospects are risi...
Apr 09, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, wide receiver Ladd McConkey out of Georgia, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Helman and McConkey discuss the "white wide receiver" player comparisons, winning two national championships at Georgia, growing up a fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers, and the unique abilities of his college teammate Brock Bowers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Apr 08, 2024•12 min
Dave Helman sits down with another NFL draft prospect, defensive end Chris Braswell out of Alabama, on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Helman and Braswell talk about the NFL draft process, playing at Alabama under Nick Saban, how teams see his fit at the next level, and his goals when he gets into the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 05, 2024•17 min
Dave Helman is joined by Bucky Brooks to catch you up on the latest NFL news as we continue to prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft! First, Dave and Bucky react to the blockbuster trade between the Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans sending All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs to Houston. Does this give Houston the most dangerous trio of receivers in the NFL? What does this mean for the Bills and Josh Allen? Then, Bucky helps Dave scout the 2024 wide receiver prospects, talking through the "big 3" at the top of the ...
Apr 04, 2024•41 min
Cleveland Browns' assistant wide receivers coach Callie Brownson joins Dave Helman for this special interview episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast. To start, Callie catches Dave up on the current priorities as the Browns prepare for the NFL Draft while also getting ready to start their offseason program. Dave and Callie discuss the growing representation for women in the NFL, as well as the Browns wide receiver group after the trade for Jerry Jeudy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Apr 03, 2024•19 min
Dave Helman is joined by FOX Sports NFL Analyst Rob Rang to break down Rob's latest mock draft. The two discuss the QB debate at the top of the board and look at which direction the Washington Commanders and New England Patriots might go when deciding between LSU QB Jayden Daniels and North Carolina QB Drake Maye. Rob explains why he has Notre Dame OT Joe Alt going to the Los Angeles Chargers at no. 5 and the likeliest trade-out candidates in the top 10. Later, Rob goes into detail about pushing...
Apr 02, 2024•42 min
Dave Helman sits down with NFL draft prospect defensive lineman Darius Robinson out of Missouri on a special episode of the NFL on FOX Podcast! Helman and Robinson cover Robinson's journey to the NFL Draft, what Robinson has learned from the draft process and what he took from his college days with the Missouri Tigers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 01, 2024•16 min
Dave Helman is back to catch you up on the latest NFL news, including more rule changes from the league meetings in Orlando, Florida. To start, Dave breaks down the new NFL kickoff format and a couple other rule changes. Then, Dave welcomes NFL cornerback Patrick Peterson onto the show to discuss memories from his draft cycle, the free agency process, playing alongside both Joey Porter Jr. and Joey Porter Sr., and more. 0:00 Intro 1:35 New kickoff format and other rule changes 12:05 Patrick Pete...
Mar 28, 2024•43 min
Dave Helman is back after a busy weekend of NFL news to catch you up on the latest. To start, Dave goes over the newest NFL rule changes, including banning the "hip drop" tackle and coaches receiving a third challenge. Then, Dave covers what the L'Jarius Sneed trade means for both the Chiefs and Titans. After that, Dave is joined by FOX Sports NFL Analyst Bucky Brooks to break down the top quarterbacks in this year's draft class. Who has the best case to go 2nd overall between Drake Maye, Jayden...
Mar 26, 2024•54 min
Happy Mock Draft Monday! Dave Helman is joined by Carmen Vitali to put together a full first-round 2024 NFL mock draft complete with projected trades and surprise selections. Dave and Carmen have four quarterbacks going in the first five picks, including a massive trade up to the number 5 spot. Where will the first defensive player come off the board? How many first-round receivers and tackles will they project? Dave and Carmen cover all that and more in the first mock draft from the NFL on FOX ...
Mar 25, 2024•36 min
Dave Helman is joined by Gregg Rosenthal to continue discussing NFL free agency. To start, Dave and Gregg share their thoughts on wide receiver Mike Williams signing with the New York Jets. Has New York become a Super Bowl contender? Will this signing impact their draft plans? Then, Gregg and Dave cover the best remaining free agents on the market before Gregg gives Dave his favorite free agent signings so far this offseason. 0:00 Intro 2:03 Gregg Rosenthal joins 3:26 Mike Williams signs with Je...
Mar 21, 2024•46 min
As NFL Free Agency rolls on, Dave Helman is back to recap all the latest updates across the league. Carmen Vitali joins Dave to cover the fallout of the Chicago Bears trading Justin Fields to the Steelers and the impact of Chicago acquiring Keenan Allen from the Chargers. Plus, Chase Young has agreed to a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints and Marquise “Hollywood” Brown is heading to the Chiefs. Then, Dave and Carmen comment on Aaron Donald’s retirement and how the Rams will attempt t...
Mar 19, 2024•1 hr
Free Agency is in full swing, and Dave Helman is back to catch you up on the biggest winners and losers so far. To start, Dave is joined by Carmen Vitali to talk through the biggest spenders, including the Atlanta Falcons, Tennessee Titans, and Houston Texans, as well as teams making the most of their money, such as the Detroit Lions and New York Jets. Then, Dave and Carmen assess the panic meter for less active teams like the Seattle Seahawks. After that, Ralph Vacchiano joins Dave to talk thro...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Dave Helman is joined by Greg Auman to recap a busy first day of the NFL Free Agency legal tampering window. To start, the two recap the biggest moves, including lots of movement in the quarterback market and huge deals for defensive tackles. Dave and Greg then run through their favorite signings of the day, the most impactful, the best under-the-radar move, the biggest head-scratcher, and try to decide which team "won" day one of free agency. Finally, Dave attempts to recap the rest of today's ...
Mar 12, 2024•56 min
Dave Helman gets you ready for the start of NFL free agency with this special in-depth preview. To start, Dave runs through the list of tags, cuts and signings from a busy Tuesday in the NFL. Then, Dave is joined by FOX Sports writers Greg Auman and Eric Williams to dive into this upcoming free agency class. The group begins with the impact of the franchise tags and covers the biggest remaining available players, including DT Chris Jones, DT Christian Wilkins, QB Kirk Cousins, QB Baker Mayfield,...
Mar 07, 2024•42 min
Dave Helman is back to recap the biggest winners from the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine, but first, he catches you up on the news: Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce announced his retirement, the Denver Broncos informed QB Russell Wilson that he will be released, and Mike Evans has a new contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Then, Dave dives into some rumors coming out of the combine, including that the Miami Dolphins will not franchise tag DT Christian Wilkins, Dallas Cowboys OT Tyron Smith w...
Mar 05, 2024•48 min
The 2024 NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, and Dave Helman is back to preview the biggest scouting event on the NFL calendar. To start, Dave runs through the biggest news items from Indy: the NFLPA has released this year's team report cards, the Kansas City Chiefs have placed the franchise tag on cornerback L'Jarius Sneed and are open to trading him, Bears General Manager Ryan Poles says the team is in the process of working out a contract with cornerback Jaylon Johnson, and Colt...
Feb 29, 2024•40 min
Dave Helman returns with the latest NFL news, starting with the increased NFL salary cap for the 2024 season. Will the Cincinnati Bengals look to trade wide receiver Tee Higgins now that they've placed the franchise tag on him? A number of teams are not expected to tag their star running backs, and Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo appears set to become a free agent. Then, Dave brings on Mark Sanchez to discuss Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears, the 2024 QB carousel, and USC QB Caleb Williams. After ...
Feb 27, 2024•53 min
Dave Helman brings you our first official offseason episode looking at a handful of teams that have huge decisions to make in the coming weeks. To start, Dave looks at the Chicago Bears with one big question: Will Chicago draft a quarterback or stick with Justin Fields? The answer will determine how the 2024 NFL offseason plays out. Next, Dave turns to the Arizona Cardinals, the only other team with two picks in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. After that, Dave analyzes the Detroit Lions, ...
Feb 14, 2024•46 min
With Super Bowl LVIII in the rearview mirror, Dave Helman is joined by Greg Auman to break down how the new overtime rules impacted the result of the game. Did Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco 49ers make a mistake by taking the ball first in overtime? Will teams change how they approach the extra period in future postseasons? Then, Dave brings Chris Myers onto the show to talk about lessons to be learned from the Kansas City Chiefs' dynasty. Finally, Dave looks ahead to Super Bowl LIX on FOX ...
Feb 13, 2024•37 min
Super Bowl LVIII is in the books and Dave Helman is back to recap all the action. To start, Dave covers the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty and ponders if Patrick Mahomes has achieved "GOAT" status already. Then, Ben Arthur comes on to discuss how the Chiefs came back to beat the San Francisco 49ers. After that, Dave takes a closer look at Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo in this week's Coaching Spotlight. Next, Ralph Vacchiano joins Dave to talk about the 49ers side and how close they ca...
Feb 12, 2024•52 min
Dave Helman gets you ready for Super Bowl LVIII with a final preview of the big game. First, Dave recaps the NFL Honors awards recipients and newest Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees. Then, Dave dives into the 3 matchups that will decide Super Bowl LVIII, starting with San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey against the Kansas City Chiefs run defense with help from Ralph Vacchiano. Next, Dave looks at how Patrick Mahomes stacks up against the 49ers defense under defensive coordina...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min
NFL Honors takes place Thursday night, where the Associated Press will award the Most Valuable Player, Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive Rookie of the Year, Defensive Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, and more! Dave Helman takes you through the results of our NFL on FOX fan polls for each award and shares his thoughts on how he believes Thursday's ceremony will unfold. Then, Dave is joined by Carmen Vitali to catch up on the L...
Feb 08, 2024•34 min
In this crossover episode between The NFL on FOX Podcast and Bear Bets: A FOX Sports Gambling Show, Dave Helman is joined in studio by Chris "The Bear" Fallica and Geoff Schwartz to preview Super Bowl LVIII from a sports betting perspective. To start, Dave asks Bear and Geoff for general Super Bowl betting advice and strategies. After that, the group tells their favorite Super Bowl betting stories. Next, Dave runs his three Super Bowl LVIII best bets by the experts for their feedback. Then, Dave...
Feb 07, 2024•29 min
With Super Bowl LVIII week fully underway, Dave Helman reacts to the Opening Night media availability. To start, Dave brings on Ben Arthur to talk through the most interesting quotes from the Kansas City Chiefs' players and coaches. After that, Ralph Vacchiano joins Dave to discuss things from the San Francisco 49ers' side. Dave wraps up the show by revealing his 5 favorite sound bites from the opening night festivities. 0:00 Intro 2:50 Chiefs 13:11 49ers 22:28 5 Favorite Sound Bites 34:53 Outro...
Feb 06, 2024•37 min
With Super Bowl week upon us, Dave Helman breaks down the top 5 storylines for the big game. To start, Dave looks at the rematch of Super Bowl LIV and how much each roster has changed since the 2019 season. Next, Dave is joined by Ben Arthur to cover how this game will impact Patrick Mahomes legacy. After that, Dave brings Ralph Vacchiano onto the show to examine the vastly different roster constructions of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers to identify the best way to build a champi...
Feb 05, 2024•50 min