With the NFL Draft less than one week away, Robert Mays teams up with The Athletic’s beat writers for a top 10 mock draft. Which QB with the 49ers take at No. 3? Do the Bengals go WR or OL? Who will land Kyle Pitts? Tune in to hear Lindsay Jones, Connor Hughes, Matt Barrows, Tori McElhaney, Paul Dehner Jr., Josh Tolentino, Chris Burke, Joe Person, Nick Kosmider and Jon Machota break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2021•2 hr 52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Former Washington head coach and long-time NFL offensive coordinator Jay Gruden joins Robert Mays to discuss his role in the draft room, scouting prospects, finding players like Terry McLaurin, what happened with Dwayne Haskins & more as he sheds some light on how head coaches influence NFL draft decisions. Then Nate Tice and Robert discuss the process of developing players once they're drafted in their final pod together before the draft. Get all of The Athletic's incredible draft coverage with...
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast We know most teams tend to draft either for value or position of need. But which player in the 2021 draft class could fit with certain teams because of their unique skillsets or the way they fit into certain schemes? Former NFL player & current ESPN-er Matt Bowen joins Robert Mays to bring you some special fits that could make huge sense on draft day. Then PFF's Mike Renner stops in to dig into the cornerback class & compare it to years past, current players & more. Get exclusive discount access...
Apr 20, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast What can we learn from previous NFL Draft mistakes? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look back on past misses and the lessons teams can learn as the approach this year’s draft. Plus, The Draft Network’s Benjamin Solak joins the show to discuss the complicated edge rusher class and the misguided narratives around Justin Fields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2021•2 hr 41 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert is joined by Trench Warfare owner Brandon Thorn to break down a deep 2021 NFL Draft offensive line class, from top guys like Penei Sewell, Teven Jenkins, Rashawn Slater, and Christian Darrisaw to second tier players, arm length concerns, potential positional shifts, and much more. You can get an annual subscription to The Athletic for just $3.99 a month when you visit theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Every offseason, we hear chatter like "they're just one draft away from a Super Bowl," or "All they need to do is hit on defense in the draft." But which teams are REALLY maybe only a draft away from contention? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones each bring teams to the table, including the Dallas Cowboys, Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins and more. Plus they discuss Julian Edelman's Hall of Fame status as he retires during the recording session. Then, Robert welcomes Jourdan Rodrigue, Rams writer for...
Apr 13, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Which teams have nailed the NFL Draft over the past five seasons? Which teams have not? Robert Mays and ESPN’s Bill Barnwell dive deep into the data to determine the best and worst drafting teams, some of which may surprise you. Plus, they debate who is the most valuable draft pick over that time period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 09, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice continue their 2021 NFL Draft coverage by assessing the top pass catchers. They discuss their fascination with Kyle Pitts, Devonta Smith’s size and whether or not Ja'Marr Chase is the best wide receiver on the board. Plus, they examine the film for Jaylen Waddle, Rashod Bateman and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 07, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Following the Panthers' decision to trade away a few picks for Jets QB Sam Darnold, Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones react to both sides of the conversation. Did Carolina spend too much? What's the Jets plan now? Plus, Robert is joined by old friend Danny Kelly of The Ringer to dive into NFL draft player comparisons & which players he's looking at the most. Get the best discount you can on The Athletic as the NFL Draft is right around the corner - theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ...
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who will the 49ers target now that they’ve traded up? What will the Falcons do with the No. 4 pick? Are the Broncos desperate to add competition to the quarterback room? Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the top QB questions that remain ahead of the NFL Draft. Plus, PFF’s Seth Galina joins the show to break down key schematic trends that could shape the way teams approach the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 02, 2021•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert and Nate break down the five best quarterbacks in this year’s NFL Draft, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Trey Lance, Zach Wilson, and Mac Jones, evaluating their respective strengths and weaknesses, pro comparisons, potential landing spots, and much more. And, right now, you can join The Athletic for just $1 a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/footballshow or for just 1 CAD a month when you visit http://theathletic.com/footballshowcanada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast NFL Network draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah joins Robert Mays to react to the stunning 49ers trade up and their rumored interest in Alabama QB Mac Jones, plus DJ brings his list of favorite prospects, discusses his journey from scout to broadcaster, the insane depth of the 2021 draft class and much exclusively on The Athletic Football Show. Get exclusive discount access to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow or /footballshowcanada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Mar 29, 2021•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays is joined by The Athletic's Mike Sando of the Football GM podcast to react to the breaking news of the 49ers jumping up to pick 3, then the Dolphins trading back into the top 10 after flipping picks with the Eagles. What kind of ripple effect will the moves have on the league and the teams involved? Get all-access coverage at The Athletic for $1 a month at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2021•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast With just over one month until the 2021 NFL Draft, The Athletic’s Draft analyst Dane Brugler joins Robert Mays to discuss everything you need to know about the league's top prospects. What are the strongest and weakest position groups? Who is the biggest riser since last year? Who is the most polarizing prospect? What is the best team/player fit? The discuss all that and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 26, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast First, Robert and Lindsay discuss Deshaun Watson and the sexual assault allegations he’s facing in sixteen civil lawsuits brought against him, what’s happening on the NFL-side of things, and how long it could take for these cases to be resolved, one way or another. Then, they break down the remaining questions they still have after the first big wave of free agency has crested, including why the Bengals haven’t done much to help protect Joe Burrow, how can the Ravens improve their passing game, ...
Mar 24, 2021•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a week of free agency, what have the transactions told us about certain teams? Are the Giants all-in now? What kind of risk are the Raiders taking? Is this a make-or-break year for Kliff Kingsbury with the Arizona Cardinals? Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into 5 specific lessons they learned from 5 separate teams during free agency on a new Athletic Football Show. :00 -11:11 Confused by Juju 11:11 - 13:48 Chiefs 13:48 - 17:21 Raiders risks? 17:21 - 31:00 Giants out of excuses 31:00 - 40:44...
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast As NFL free agency continues, the league announces new TV contracts through the 2033 season. Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss the streaming age of football before diving into the Bills deal for Mitchell Trubisky. Plus, they weigh in on Kenyan Drake’s contract with the Raiders, the Bears’ decision to move on from Kyle Fuller and Phillip Lindsay’s departure from Denver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Catch up on another day of NFL free agency action as Robert Mays and Sheil Kapadia review some of the biggest news as Haason Reddick heads to Carolina, the 49ers break the bank to keep Trent Williams, the Jaguars start spending, and more. Plus, what do the 49ers, Raiders, and Washington Football Team's strategies so far tell us about where the teams are headed? 1 - 8:05 - Hasson Reddick / CAR 8:05 - 11:45 - Trent Williams 11:45 - 18:02 - State of the 49ers 18:02 - 24:09 - Rivera / Washington 24:...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Day 2 of the NFL's legal tampering period was full of headlines, from Ryan Fitzpatrick signing with Washington, to the Jets making multiple signings, the Patriots staying active, Leonard Williams signing a massive contract, and of course, Andy Dalton signing with the Chicago Bears. Hear instant reaction from Robert Mays and Nate Tice s they break down the biggest NFL storylines of the day on The Athletic Football Show. 1 - 6:33 AndyDalton 6:33 - 19:06 Patriots moves 19:06 - 24:47 - Jets moves 24...
Mar 17, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast It was a busier than expected day 1 of the NFL tampering period. Lindsay Jones joins Robert Mays to react to some of the biggest deals including Joe Thuney to the Chiefs, the Bucs keeping Shaq Barrett, the Patriots making numerous moves and tons more. Then former NFL offensive lineman and current host of 'Geoff Schwartz is Smarter Than You', Geoff Schwartz chats with Robert about his experience from the player's side during free agency. Get all-access to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballs...
Mar 16, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays and Nate Tice begin the show by discussing the surprise cuts on the Chiefs’ offensive line as well as Matt Milano’s four-year extension with the Bills. Then they dive into several under-the-radar free agents, including Corey Davis, Matt Feiler, Trey Hendrickson and more. Plus, Richard Johnson sits down with Robert to create the perfect Jaguars’ offseason. They discuss the team’s blank slate, where they should be spending the most money in free agency and the future landscape of the A...
Mar 12, 2021•2 hr 49 min•Transcript available on Metacast First, Robert and Lindsay recap NFL franchise tag deadline day, discussing the biggest takeaways from guys that got tagged, like Cam Robinson and Marcus Williams, and guys that didn’t, like Kenny Golladay, Carl Lawson, and Joe Thuney, the Bucs deciding to tag Chris Godwin over Shaq Barrett, potential Kenny Golladay landing spots, and more. Plus, Over The Cap’s Jason Fitzgerald stops by to break down optimal free agency planning, including addressing the defense first, targeting multiple $3-4 mil...
Mar 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast What should we think of Dak Prescott's record-breaking contract with the Cowboys and what kind of precedent does it set for the rest of the NFL? The Athletic's QB Guru Mike Sando of The Football GM podcast joins Robert Mays to break down the details of the Dak Prescott contract, Russell Wilson rumors, and look around the league at how QB movement has changed in recent years. Then Robert welcomes former player agent and current CBS Sports analyst Joel Corry for some insight on the player and agen...
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Transcript available on Metacast ESPN analyst and Monday Night Football color commentator Louis Riddick joins The Athletic’s Robert Mays to assess free agency through the lens of NFL front offices. Riddick discusses his time as a pro personnel director, the influence coaches have on the process and the importance of relationships in the locker room. Later in the show, Nate Tice talks about his time as a scouting assistant before diving into the Russell Wilson trade rumors. Finally, they examine the Bills and Ravens’ proposed ru...
Mar 05, 2021•2 hr 33 min•Transcript available on Metacast First, Robert and Lindsay break down the overall financial landscape, and realities of a depressed salary cap, heading into the free agency period, and how some of the uncertainty about the cap will impact players and teams heading into the 2021 season. Then, Lindsay is joined by Assistant Executive Director of External Affairs for the NFLPA, George Atallah, to discuss how the 2021 TV deals will affect next season’s salary cap, and its potential impact on free agency, the biggest takeaways and l...
Mar 03, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast J.J. Watt has a new home in Arizona. What can Cardinals fans expect from their new pass-rusher? Sheil Kapadia joins Robert Mays to react to the trade and bring his top 50 free agents for the 2021 offseason. Where will the QBs end up? Which under-the-radar players should teams have an eye on to scoop up on the cheap? Robert & Sheil discuss it all on a new Athletic Football Show. Remember to get your exclusive discount to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choice...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast After assessing the biggest questions facing the NFC, on this episode, The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones shift their attention to the AFC. What does year two hold for Joe Borrow? Will the “Urban Meyer experiment” actually work? They dive into each team and the top concerns they have this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Transcript available on Metacast The 2021 NFL season has already been crazy and we aren't even officially at free agency. What are the biggest questions for each team in the NFL as they make franchise-altering choices this offseason? Robert Mays previews every team and what their mindset should be, beginning with the NFC and co-host Nate Tice. Tune in tomorrow as Lindsay Jones joins Robert to take a look at the AFC. Get your exclusive discount to The Athletic at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Feb 23, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Robert Mays brings you a quick update on when the Athletic Football Show will be back to regularly-scheduled programming, where you can fill your Carson Wentz trade needs and brings you an exclusive clip of Lindsay Czarniak's new podcast 'The Artist & the Athlete." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 19, 2021•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast The 2020 NFL season was full of unexpected moments, health protocols, crazy personnel moves and more. Which moments will we remember the most about 2020, and what offseason storylines are we following the closest? The Athletic's Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones put the final touches on the 2020 convo and officially look to 2021 on The Athletic Football Show. Get all access to The Athletic for only $3.99 per month at theathletic.com/footballshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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