(1:20) Peter reacts to the Seahawks-49ers instant classic (4:35) Should San Francisco have played for a tie with 1:50 left in OT? PFF senior data scientist Eric Eager joins to discuss the pros and cons of the potential options and ramifications. (24:50) Peter chats with former NFL GM Mike Tannenbaum about what makes the QB Class of 2020 so interesting
Nov 13, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 165
FMIA: The Mini Pod- Peter King wraps up Week 10 by ripping through every game and reading snippets from his Football Morning In America column. (2:10) Peter chats with Bucs coach Bruce Arians about the future of his QB, Jameis Winston, after a fun win over the Cardinals. He also speaks with Browns WR Jarvis Landry following Cleveland's last-second victory over Buffalo got them back in the win column. (5:10) Plus, don't look now, but the Steelers are making a run. (8:05) What a weekend. From the ...
Nov 11, 2019•30 min•Ep. 164
Peter King chats with the Ravens coach after a victorious Sunday Night, Aaron Rodgers' new best friend, and a man who wrote the latest book on Harry Houdini. (2:00) A peek inside the Ravens locker room after their win over the Patriots, and why Baltimore is creating a model for today's NFL. (9:30) John Harbaugh on why Ben Roethlisberger was an inspiration for drafting and developing his new QB Lamar Jackson, and what it means to beat the Patriots. (15:10) Aaron Jones on playing with Aaron Rodger...
Nov 06, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 163
FMIA Mini Pod 11/4: Peter King is inside the Ravens locker room after Baltimore handed New England its first loss of the season. He gives you nuggets of conversations with Lamar Jackson and John Harbaugh, and you'll hear from TE Mark Andrews. Peter also rips through the other games from Week 9, and looks at the Browns sinking further into the abyss, Plus, a second-half preview, with a look at the 5 best games, most compelling coaches and much more.
Nov 04, 2019•34 min•Ep. 162
The NFL trade deadline came and went with very little action. But Peter King & PFT's Mike Florio still have a heated debate about the rumors that the Jets were close to trading away safety Jamal Adams. Plus, Peter chats with old friend and colleague Andy Benoit about the first half of the season: what to make of the Rams up & down play, why the 49ers have been so successful, the keys to the Patriots defensive wizardry, and who the best QB is right now.
Oct 30, 2019•54 min•Ep. 161
Peter King reflects on his conversations with Texans QB Deshaun Watson after his Favre-like TD pass beat the Raiders, and with 49ers DE Nick Bosa after another dominating San Francisco win. Plus, JJ Watt's injury, the Chiefs shockingly can't win at home, Joe Flacco is steaming mad, Belichick's 300th win, and more nuggets on every game from Peter's FMIA column recapping Week 8.
Oct 28, 2019•32 min•Ep. 160
(0:15) Peter talks about spending time with Patrick Mahomes & Brett Favre as they watch film together with Andy Reid. (5:35) Patriots safety Devin McCourty talks about the keys to the historic start for Patriots defense, the blowout win over the Jets on MNF, and the crazy preparation of Bill Belichick. (18:45) NBC rules analyst Terry McAulay discusses the various officiating & replay controversies from the first half of the season. (45:55) Jim Rooney, son of Dan Rooney, discusses his new...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 159
FMIA: The Mini Pod- Peter King chats with Rams Safety Eric Weddle in the LA locker room immediately following a resounding victory over the Falcons, which included the debut of recently acquired CB Jalen Ramsey. Peter also reveals details from his conversation with Rams GM Les Snead, who pulled off 3 trades within a 5-hour window this past week. Plus, time to bench Mitchell Trubisky, a fresh new MVP Watch, Lamar Jackson's incredible start, why we could see an 0-14 Battle in South Florida in late...
Oct 21, 2019•24 min•Ep. 158
(1:30) Peter King examines the current confusion with the state of officiating, including why it's clear that the NFL is trying to deter coaches from challenging pass interference, and why it's time for a Sky Judge to help fix some of the problems (6:40) Peter speaks with longtime NFL reporter Ed Werder to discuss the wacky Lions-Packers game from MNF, the state of the Cowboys, and Jason Garrett's job security (37:50) Legendary NBC hockey announcer Doc Emrick talks about starting his career as a...
Oct 16, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 157
Peter King summarizes his Football Morning in America column after a zany Week 6: (2:36) Devlin Hodges' win over the Chargers caps an especially weird day (4:30) Backup & replacement QBs are on a ridiculous 14-0 run, and a new age of youngsters is here (6:00) Sam Darnold says bring on the Patriots (7:00) The 49ers are a revelation after stifling the Rams in LA (10:45) Rams & Chargers are in trouble, mild-mannered Teddy B, a rough day for Marcus Mariota, bad numbers for the Chiefs (13:30)...
Oct 14, 2019•18 min•Ep. 156
Peter sits down with Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre on the eve of his 50th birthday to discuss retirement life, Patrick Mahomes, and his legendary fart machine (1:30) But before Favre, Peter riffs on the Jay Gruden firing and the dysfunctional Washington organization, and why Daniel Snyder & Bruce Allen are the ones to blame (7:45) 1-on-1 with Brett Favre (13:50) Favre on what hurts when he wakes up each morning (18:40) Favre on his uncanny ability to remember things after hearing or seeing the...
Oct 09, 2019•55 min•Ep. 155
FMIA: The Mini Pod- Peter King offers snippets from his Football Morning In America column as he breaks down everything that happened in Week 5. (4:20) An homage to Peter's alma mater, Sports Illustrated (5:10) How Frank Reich, Jacoby Brissett, and the Colts went into Kansas City and shocked the Chiefs (12:30) Peter speaks with Vikings QB Kirk Cousins about why he doesn't want to hear about all the outside criticism (13:40) The Raiders are not a fluky 3-and-2 (15:15) A conversation with Russell ...
Oct 07, 2019•24 min•Ep. 154
(1:05) Vontaze Burfict is suspended for the season after yet another cheap shot. But Peter explains why there's a difference in opinion among people about how to hand out discipline regarding big hits. (8:30) Texans WR Kenny Stills discusses the challenges of playing with 9 (!) different QBs in 7 seasons, what it's like to be traded, and his why social activism goes far beyond kneeling for the anthem. (31:30) Peter is joined by the NFL's Chief Strategy & Growth Officer to discuss the Interna...
Oct 02, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 153
FMIA: The Mini Pod- Peter King takes stock of the NFL in the aftermath of a strange Week 4 as we're down to only three undefeated teams. (2:40) A bunch of good teams got pulled to the middle after it had looked a little too easy for them in the early stages of September. (6:40) Chase Daniel is thrust into action (with no time to warm up) as Mitchell Trubisky goes down with a left shoulder injury (10:50) Jameis Winston gets the biggest win of his career in a stunner in LA (11:05) Peter's Power Ra...
Sep 30, 2019•18 min•Ep. 152
(1:55) Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens is taking a lot of heat this week, but Peter explains that there is plenty of blame to be placed elsewhere with Cleveland. (5:30) Washington is going nowhere fast, and Peter thinks it's time to play Dwayne Haskins. (8:55) Lions LB Devon Kennard discusses this week's upcoming showdown with Patrick Mahomes, the key to Detroit's early-season success, and following in his father's footsteps. (22:50) Jets GM Joe Douglas chats with Peter about the daunting tas...
Sep 25, 2019•49 min•Ep. 151
Peter King reads excerpts of is Football Morning in America column that recaps Week 3 (1:45) Daniel Jones had a marvelous starting debut as the Giants won a wild one in Tampa, but felt no need to make any speeches afterwards (9:05) Patrick Mahomes, MVP favorite; hey Cam Newton, take your time coming back; trade market for Jalen Ramsey has cooled off (10:45) The Legend of Gardner Minshew (14:10) A profile of Ryan O'Callaghan (15:00) Best & worst habits with Cooper Kupp (16:30) An Adieu Haiku ...
Sep 23, 2019•18 min•Ep. 150
(1:30) The Giants have benched Eli Manning in favor of Daniel Jones. But despite 2 Super Bowl MVPs, Peter explains why Eli isn't necessarily a lock for the Hall of Fame (7:40) Peter chats with former NFL offensive lineman Ryan O'Callaghan about his book, My Life On The Line , in which he details the struggles he faced living as a closeted gay football player, dealing with homophobia, why he no longer has much of a relationship with Aaron Rodgers, and why he considered football his "beard" (57:00...
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 149
Peter King gives a taste of his 9/16 Football Morning in America column wrapping up Week 2. (1:50) We spend way too much time talking about the officials, but several bad calls - not to mention the confusion surrounding replay review - became the story coming out of a fun Sunday. In particular, the Saints have every right to be furious. Again. At the refs. In a big game against the Rams. Again. (8:20) 10 Thoughts on Week 2 includes some riffs on how the Pats might be the Steel Curtain, Superman ...
Sep 16, 2019•18 min•Ep. 148
As the NFL shifts it's focus to Week 2, the Antonio Brown odyssey takes a dark turn. (1:00) Peter discusses the lawsuit filed against Antonio Brown, who is being sued for sexual assault and rape (5:00) Prior to the latest news on Brown, Peter has a lengthy discussion with former NFL executive Michael Lombardi, who worked for Al Davis in Oakland, and most recently with Bill Belichick in New England. Lombardi discusses the differences in the two organizations, how the Raiders mismanaged the situat...
Sep 11, 2019•57 min•Ep. 147
Peter King samples his 9/9 Football Morning in America column after a crazy opening Sunday of football. (2:55) Tom Brady tells Peter that he's pleased about acquiring Antonio Brown, but explains the many challenges to making it work. (6:55) Peter chats more about the AB situation, including an anecdote from a former Patriots player who describes being stunned at Bill Belichick reaming out Brady. (8:00) Heroes & Goats - The Browns lost by 30, and the sky was crying in Cleveland; and how an or...
Sep 09, 2019•16 min•Ep. 146
Peter King makes his predictions and speaks with 3 of the most compelling figures in the league as the 2019 season approaches (2:05) Peter makes his picks, and winds up with a Super Bowl that most people thought should have happened last year, plus the one team that's finally due to breakout under a young coach-QB combo (6:13) Did the Texans make a huge blunder by trading away Jadeveon Clowney and acquiring Laremy Tunsil for a couple of 1st round picks? (11:50) Saints QB Drew Brees explains why ...
Sep 04, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 145
Peter King breaks down the shocking retirement of Andrew Luck, talks with Philip Rivers, and gets some insight on the Seahawks. (0:10) Peter shares some stories about Andrew Luck (8:20) Carson Palmer shares insights on what it's like to be an NFL QB and some of the things that Luck might've been going through (28:40) Colts Insider Stephen Holder from The Athletic discusses what's next for the Colts with Jacoby Brissett (42:00) Peter sits down with Philip Rivers in front of a live crowd at Charge...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 144
This week, Peter is joined by a couple of wily veterans - one attempting an improbable comeback, and the other looking to continue an improbable career. (2:00) Peter discusses the Antonio Brown helmet controversy and how his recent visit to the VICIS helmet testing facility made it clear that Brown's helmet isn't as well-suited for the game as other models. (12:00) Cowboys TE Jason Witten chats about his ups & downs in the MNF booth, what he missed most about not playing last season, and the...
Aug 21, 2019•50 min•Ep. 143
Peter King's training camp tour takes him out west, and he gives a taste of what it's like on the sideline during a 49ers practice. (7:05) 49ers CB Richard Sherman talks at length about the rise & fall of the Legion of Boom, reminisces about the 2013 NFC Championship win over the 49ers while with the Seahawks and his infamous postgame interview, writing columns for The MMQB, and his strong opinions on the possibility of an 18-game schedule. (26:05) Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey details his...
Aug 14, 2019•57 min•Ep. 142
Peter's Training Camp Tour continues as he has conversations with an All-Pro CB & the Defensive Rookie of the Year. Plus a chat about the most interesting team in football, and remembering an old friend. (1:15) Peter tells a few stories and reminisces on what made Don Banks such a great friend and colleague. (6:00) Colts LB Darius Leonard talks about his fabulous rookie year, why shutting down Adrian Peterson was his welcome to the NFL moment, why tackles are not overrated, and the Usain Bol...
Aug 07, 2019•50 min•Ep. 141
Peter King is on the road driving south, as his training camp tour rolls on. (1:30) Peter takes you through a day in the life on the road, including having tea & scones with an NFL GM. (8:00) Falcons star DT Grady Jarrett discusses what it felt like to sign his big deal, why falling to the 5th round in the Draft wasn't even close to the worst thing that happened to him that weekend, and being inches away from sacking Tom Brady to clinch the Super Bowl. (25:05) Ravens S Earl Thomas opens up a...
Jul 31, 2019•42 min•Ep. 140
Peter King begins his annual training camp tour chatting with a defensive star who has his eyes on becoming the all-time sack king, and spending time in a fast food restaurant with the Jeopardy! king. (1:30) Peter has some thoughts on Odell Beckham Jr's interview with GQ and whether or not he can be a long-term #1 WR for the Browns (9:55) James Holzhauer chats about how his life has changed since his incredible run on Jeopardy! , how and when he developed his strategy on the show, and what it fe...
Jul 24, 2019•53 min•Ep. 139
Peter King chats with the great Peyton Manning about his upcoming project "Peyton's Places" to celebrate the NFL's 100th season, and what the future holds. -Peter riffs on the possibility of an 18-game season, CBA negotiations, and how quickly the new QBs can get up to speed (1:45) -How a $50k investment back in the late 1920's led to the boom of the NFL (10:00) -The origin behind the idea for "Peyton's Places", and spending time in a stadium that saw the first shotgun snap, a player running the...
Jul 17, 2019•33 min•Ep. 138
Horrigan, in an expansive exit interview after 42 years as archivist and historian of the Hall of Fame, on his memorable moments as the conscience of the Hall of Fame, on his favorite players of all time, on what made him fall in love with football, on the greatest road trip in NFL history, and on the most under-appreciated players in NFL history.
Jun 26, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 137
Urschel, the former Baltimore Ravens guard and current MIT math Ph.D student, on his book “Mind and Matter: A life in math and football,” on why he left football at 26 for an academic life, and why he thinks a balanced life is the best life for him.Branch, the Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Time sports writer, on his book “The Last Cowboys: A pioneer family in the new West,” on the challenge of a ranching family making in the back country of Utah, on his imaginative writing style ... and a disc...
Jun 12, 2019•57 min•Ep. 136
