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The Peter King Podcast

Peter King, NBC Sportswww.nbcsports.com
The ultimate destination for all things pro football. Led by one of the most influential storytellers in all of sports media, three-time American Sportswriter of the Year Peter King delivers an access-driven experience that brings fans into the locker room, the press box and the front office with the biggest influencers in professional football. Fans can listen in on in-depth conversations with the biggest names in football that they haven't heard before to get a fresh, new and intimate experience on America’s most popular sport. King also delves into other topics and other sports, particularly in the off-season.
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Episodes

Packers WR Davante Adams

(1:00) Peter King & Paul Burmeister discuss the Dolphins trading bonanza, praise for the 49ers for keeping things quiet, the schedule release, and the NFLPA pushing its players to stay away for offseason workouts (47:30) Packers WR Davante Adams contemplates life after Aaron Rodgers, what bugs him the most about losing to the Bucs in the NFCCG, and the good work he's doing with 'Building Better Lives'

May 11, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 255

#1 pick Trevor Lawrence, plus 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan

(1:00) Peter King and Paul Burmeister recap the NFL Draft and discuss what happens next in the Aaron Rodgers saga (36:10) #1 overall pick Trevor Lawrence talks with Peter about becoming the face of the Jacksonville Jaguars (46:15) 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan on what went into the selection of Trey Lance

May 04, 202152 minEp. 254

NFL Draft preview with Peter Schrager; plus Congressman Anthony Gonzalez

(0:30) Peter King & Paul Burmeister discuss Trey Lance's Pro Day and some of the challenges facing teams and scouts as the Draft approaches. (12:45) Peter Schrager from NFL Network and Fox Sports joins Peter to preview the first round of the Draft and go through each team and their likely options (48:20) Anthony Gonzalez, former Colts WR and current Ohio Congressman, discusses the legislation he plans to introduce surrounding the Name, Image, and Likeness issue in college athletics....

Apr 19, 20211 hr 19 minEp. 252

Sam Darnold trade reax, Justin Fields faces criticism, plus NFL Draft talk with Mel Kiper Jr

(1:00) Peter King and Paul Burmeister analyze the big trade between the Jets and Panthers, which sent Sam Darnold to Carolina. Also, the guys react to the controversial comments surrounding Justin Fields (33:30) ESPN's NFL Draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr takes a trip down memory lane, and breaks down some of the top prospects in this year's draft.

Apr 07, 20211 hrEp. 250

Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer; plus Draft trade reax with Paul Burmeister

(2:30) Peter King & Paul Burmeister break down the 49ers-Dolphins trade, as well as the Dolphins-Eagles trade and all the ramifications the moves will have on the draft (29:55) Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer on Trevor Lawrence, learning from Tom Brady, and why there's "zero chance" he returns to coach college football

Mar 29, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 249

QB ramifications from Deshaun Watson's legal trouble; plus, inside Bill Belichick's decision-making, and the NFL's new TV deal

(1:25) Peter King and Paul Burmeister discuss the impact of Deshaun Watson's legal troubles on the rest of the league as it relates to the QB position (25:35) Former Chiefs GM and Patriots front office exec Scott Pioli on Bill Belichick's process and decision-making, and why the New England dynasty deserves more credit. (54:35) Richard Deitsch from The Athletic on the NFL's new TV deal

Mar 24, 20211 hr 26 minEp. 248

Patriots break the bank with Drew Rosenhaus & Tom Curran; plus Free Agency reaction Paul Burmeister

(1:20) Peter King & Paul Burmeister break down the first 24 hours of free agency (25:30) Agent Drew Rosenhaus on making deals with Belichick, signing his big clients Jonnu Smith & Rob Gronkowski, and why the opening of this free agency period was so unique (41:20) Patriots Insider Tom Curran on the Pats making an uncharacteristically big splash in free agency

Mar 16, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 247

Packers coach Matt LaFleur, Lions GM Brad Holmes, and Dak's new deal with Paul Burmeister

(0:40) Peter King & Paul Burmeister analyze the Dak Prescott contract, and what it means for the QB market moving forward (21:20) Packers coach Matt LaFleur on Green Bay's uncertain offseason, and what he should've done differently with Aaron Rodgers at the end of the NFC title game (41:40) Lions GM Brad Holmes on the task of turning Detroit around

Mar 10, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 246

BYU QB Zach Wilson; plus early Draft chatter with Paul Burmeister

Peter King & Paul Burmeister dive into some of the stories from Peter's FMIA column, including getting to know BYU QB Zach Wilson, the future of Russell Wilson in Seattle, and JJ Watt signing with the Cardinals. Then, Peter's full conversation with Zach Wilson, who is expected to be one of the first QBs taken in April's Draft.

Mar 03, 20211 hr 23 minEp. 245

QB Tectonic Shift with Mike Tannenbaum & Ernie Accorsi

Former NFL executives Mike Tannenbaum & Ernie Accorsi discuss the QB movement that's expected this offseason (8:00) Tannenbaum on how he would handle the Deshaun Watson situation if he were in Nick Caserio's shoes (35:50) Accorsi on the history of QB trades. Plus, a remembrance of Marty Schottenheimer

Feb 24, 20211 hr 12 minEp. 244

Justin Jefferson, Christian McCaffrey, and Austin Ekeler

(1:00) Peter King reacts to JJ Watt being cut by the Texans, and the market for Carson Wentz (9:25) Vikings WR Justin Jefferson on his incredible rookie year (26:25) Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey on taking care of his body (40:40) Chargers RB Austin Ekeler on playing with Justin Herbert

Feb 17, 202158 minEp. 243

Bucs Coaching Trio: Bruce Arians, Byron Leftwich, Todd Bowles

Peter King speaks with a trio of Bucs coaches in the immediate aftermath of their Super Bowl LV victory (6:35) Byron Leftwich on working with Tom Brady and getting confused for Todd Bowles (35:00) Bruce Arians on his journey from thinking he'd never get a head coach job to becoming a Super Bowl champ (47:30) Todd Bowles on why this was his best gameplan (that worked)

Feb 10, 202155 minEp. 242

Giants RB Saquon Barkley, Chiefs GM Brett Veach, and Peter's Super Bowl pick

(1:00) Peter King reacts to the Stafford-Goff trade, speculates that we could be waiting on a Deshaun Watson deal for a long time, and makes his Super Bowl pick. (9:30) Chiefs GM Brett Veach on building a potential dynasty in Kansas City (44:15) Giants RB Saquon Barkley on his video game tournament, rehabbing his knee, and a bright outlook for the Giants

Feb 03, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 241

Jets head coach Robert Saleh, Bucs GM Jason Licht, and NBC's Chris Simms

(5:30) Bucs GM Jason Licht on the impact of Tom Brady, and constructing a roster that's one win away from a Super Bowl title (35:20) Chris Simms breaks down the 3 goal-to-go plays that preceded Matt LaFleur's ill-fated decision to kick a FG in the NFC Championship Game. (56:15) Jets head coach Robert Saleh on his inspiring story to take up coaching, his defensive philosophy, and message to Jets fans

Jan 27, 20211 hr 17 minEp. 240

Rams DC Brandon Staley & NFL Network's Rich Eisen

Rams defensive coordinator Brandon Staley on coaching Aaron Donald, Jalen Ramsey, and why playing QB at Dayton was such a valuable step in his career. Then Rich Eisen pops by to discuss s great Wild Card weekend and look ahead to the Divisional round.

Jan 13, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 238

Jamal Adams & Frank Reich

Peter King speaks with Jamal Adams about finally making the playoffs, and why the Seahawks got the better of the trade with the Jets. Then Colts coach Frank Reich discusses getting over a tough loss to the Steelers, the prospect of missing the playoffs at 11-5, and coaching Philip Rivers.

Dec 30, 202058 minEp. 235

Travis Kelce & Chris Spielman

Peter King speaks with Chiefs TE Travis Kelce about his historic season and why it's so much fun playing with Patrick Mahomes. Then Chris Spielman joins the show to discuss his new role with the Detroit Lions.

Dec 23, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 234

Ravens-Browns craziness with Justin Tucker; plus Steve Kornacki

Peter King speaks with Ravens all-world kicker Justin Tucker on his game-winner vs the Browns, and the art of kicking. Plus, Steve Kornacki from NBC News on his Patriots fandom, the craziness of election night, and learning from Tim Russert

Dec 16, 20201 hr 14 minEp. 233

Wentz gets benched for Hurts; plus Greg Cosell and Mike Sando

Peter King speaks with Greg Cosell from NFL Films about the benching of Carson Wentz and what to expect from Jalen Hurts. Then Mike Sando from The Athletic joins to discuss why the Giants making the playoffs might be a bad thing, why running backs might have a tough time making the Hall of Fame, and more.

Dec 09, 20201 hr 7 minEp. 232

FMIA Conversations: Myles Garrett, Leonard Williams, and John Lynch

Peter King shares his conversations with some of Week 13's biggest newsmakers (1:50) Browns DE Myles Garrett on the Browns big win over the Titans (8:35) Giants DL Leonard Williams on the Giants shocking upset over the Seahawks (15:15) 49ers GM John Lynch on the wild, rocky season thus far for San Francisco, which has taken them to Arizona

Dec 07, 202050 minEp. 231

Kendall Hinton & Raheem Morris

Peter King speaks with Kendall Hinton about the wild sequence leading to his emergency start at QB for the Broncos. Plus, Raheem Morris joins the show to discuss how he's turned around the Falcons season.

Dec 02, 20201 hr 3 minEp. 230

JuJu Smith-Schuster & Alex Smith

(3:10) Peter peels back the curtain on his FMIA column writing process, including his in-depth conversation with Patrick Mahomes after his incredible comeback win vs the Raiders (14:10) Washington QB Alex Smith opens up about his improbable comeback from a life-threatening leg injury (42:35) Steelers WR JuJu Smith-Schuster on his dog, celebrating his birthday with a TD dance, and the undefeated Steelers

Nov 24, 20201 hrEp. 229

Adam Thielen & Johnny Hekker

(8:35) Vikings WR Adam Thielen on his tribute to Alex Trebeck, and Minnesota's winning streak. (28:30) Rams punter Johnny Hekker on banana kicks, watermelon kicks, and the life of a punter.

Nov 18, 202058 minEp. 228

Troy Vincent & Emmanuel Ogbah

(2:20) Peter peels back the curtain on how the NFL is dealing with the latest COVID-19 spikes around the country (5:20) NFL Executive VP of Football Operations Troy Vincent on the possibility of an expanded postseason, and the incentives for NFL franchises to develop minority coaches and executives (33:25) Dolphins edge rusher Emmanuel Ogbah on his unique path from Nigeria to the NFL, playing with Patrick Mahomes, playing for Brian Flores, and being teammates with Tua Tagovailoa...

Nov 11, 202053 minEp. 227

Mike Tirico & Tyler Tynes

(1:30) Peter King marvels at how the Saints & 49ers have stayed afloat and explains why they are so intriguing over the next couple weeks (7:10) Mike Tirico on NFL power rankings, Trevor Lawrence, and NFL COVID (37:20) Tyler Tynes from The Ringer on the frustration of black football coaches at every level

Nov 04, 20201 hr 14 minEp. 226
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