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The dust has pretty much settled on the 2023 version of NFL free agency. So...who were the big winners? Robert Mays and Nate Tice highlight their favorite signings, favorite team-wide hauls, favorite zags, and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube2:35 Teams getting smarter in FA?7:40 Favorite signings28:26 Best team-wide haul44:54 Favorite flag-planting move49:30 Favorite zag57:31 Favorite one-year deal60:59 Favorite bargain63:28 Favorite "oh wow, they needed that" move70:34 Favorite player/team marriage you didn't know you wanted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the sports world spent the weekend focused on brackets, the NFL kept on humming. Brandin Cooks is a Cowboy! C.J Gardner-Johnson is a Lion! Laremy Tunsil got a huge extension! Robert Mays and Jeff Howe dig into the moves that took place over the weekend, and a handful of other lingering free agency thoughts, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Jeff on Twitter: @jeffphoweSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:53 Brandin Cooks to the Cowboys11:17 The Stephon Gilmore trade from the Colts POV17:04 Laremy Tunsil signs a massive extension19:44 Adam Thielen to the Panthers21:23 C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Lions, and the safety market at large28:27 Why did Darius Slay to back to the Eagles?30:47 The Raiders' QB search and start to the offseason52:44 The Patriots' need for playmakers60:05 WR dominoes64:52 Austin Ekeler's trade request69:06 How does the Lamar Jackson situation play out? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller recap a busy first week of NFL free agency. They discuss the delay in the Aaron Rodgers trade before they assess the deals that have stood out the most so far. Then, they talk about the Bears’ offseason plan, the veteran trade market and much more. Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube4:09 Aaron Rodgers and the trade delay18:34 Assessing the deals20:36 Jessie Bates21:49 Mike McGlinchey24:51 Tremaine Edmunds27:48 Dalvin Tomlinson28:50 Backup QB deals42:25 Orlando Brown Jr. deal with Bengals/Jonah Williams situation 46:58 Bears busy week54:30 Veteran trades1:02:30 Lamar Jackson’s futureToday's show is brought to you by...BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/Mays today to get 10% off your first monthAtlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/Mays or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're on day four of free agency and still going strong. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the latest, including Orlando Brown to the Bengals, Miles Sanders to the Panthers, Jamaal Williams to the Saints, and Fletcher Cox sticking with the Eagles.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/Mays today to get 10% off your first monthAtlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/Mays or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone2:30 Bengals sign Orlando Brown11:30 Browns sign Juan Thornhill15:00 The Steelers have been busy21:06 Panthers sign Miles Sanders25:50 Jamaal Williams to Saints; Alexander Mattison sticks with Vikings28:12 Fletcher Cox, Dairus Slay stay in Philadelphia30:24 The intriguing New Orleans Saints33:04 WR moves: Parris Campbell signs with Giants, D.J. Chark visiting Carolina, updated numbers for Juju and Patriots39:05 Thursday's minor moves Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Out of the darkness and into New York...book title or Aaron Rodgers' offseason progression? Rodgers stole the show on day three of free agency, announcing to the world that he wants to play for the Jets in 2023. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into the Rodgers/Jets/Packers discussion, and break down all the other moves from the previous 24 hours—David Montgomery to the Lions, Stephon Gilmore to the Cowboys, James Bradberry sticking with the Eagles—on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/Mays today to get 10% off your first monthAtlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/Mays or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone2:20 Aaron Rodgers wants to be a Jet15:20 How good can the Jets be with Rodgers?19:20 Juju to the Patriots22:11 The Cowboys are busy33:22 Eagles keep James Bradberry, release Darius Slay38:42 Vikings sign Byron Murphy41:38 Lions sign David Montgomery44:22 Washington signs Jacoby Brissett49:46 Buccaneers sign Baker Mayfield51:55 Panthers sign Andy Dalton and Hayden Hurst60:05 Falcons retain Kaleb McGary64:53 Chiefs sign Charles Omenihu68:10 Colts sign Samson Ebukam71:04 Titans sign Arden Key76:55 Bills keep Jordan Poyer, sign Deonte Harty79:26 Broncos sign Samaje Perine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down day two of the NFL's legal tampering period. Pass catchers are on the move! Darren Waller is headed to the Giants, Allen Lazard is headed to the Jets, and Jakobi Meyers is going to the Raiders. The guys break down those moves and more.Sponsored by -BetterHelp - Visit betterhelp.com/Mays today to get 10% off your first monthAtlassianMorgan & Morgan - For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/Mays or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into the action from the first day of free agency 2023, from Jimmy Garoppolo heading to Las Vegas, to the 49ers signing a big fish DT in Javon Hargrave, some Bears moves happen live on air and more in our first LIVE Free Agency Recap of the week.YouTube - https://youtube.com/live/epynMfn_Zao2:16 Aaron Rodgers update3:16 Jimmy Garoppolo7:53 Javon Hargrave11:10 Jawaan Taylor22:34 - Ben Powers24:24 - Mike McGlinchey30:29 - Tremaine Edmunds / Bears36:28 - Connor McGovern38:26 - Ethan Pocic41:16 - Jonnu Smith / Falcons48:25 - CB50:19 - All the restSponsored by -BetterHelp - Visit betterhelp.com/Mays today to get 10% off your first monthAtlassianMorgan & Morgan - For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/Mays or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before NFL free agency officially kicks off, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down a busy weekend of news. They talk about the Dolphins trade for Jalen Ramsey and what’s next for the Rams. They also discuss Daron Payne’s extension, Baker Mayfield’s future, free agent bargains and more. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:58 Jalen Ramsey traded to Dolphins 18:22 Daron Payne signs 4-year extension24:32 DT market28:09 Bucs making run for Baker Mayfield33:40 Notable contract restructures40:13 Free agent bargains Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bears have made their move, trading the no. 1 overall pick to the Panthers for a package that includes two first-round picks, two second-rounders, and D.J. Moore. Robert Mays and Nate Tice are joined by Dane Brugler to break down the trade from all angles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Free agency preview week continues with a look at the best possible player/team fits. Among the suggested pairings by Robert Mays and Nate Tice...Javon Hargrave to the Bears, Chauncey Gardner-Johnson to the Lions, and Dalvin Tomlinson to the Browns. Listen to their rationale for those three, as well as the rest of their matchmaking, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month3:30 Javon Hargrave8:15 Mike McGlinchey and other OLs10:30 Dre'Mont Jones14:40 D.J. Chark16:53 Byron Murphy19:10 C.J. Gardner-Johnson20:19 Lavonte David21:44 Drue Tranquill24:18 David Onyemata27:23 Dalvin Tomlinson30:32 Zach Allen33:28 James Bradberry35:23 Jamel Dean36:47 Jonathan Jones and other CBs41:12 Miles Sanders45:02 Orlando Brown47:31 Isaiah Wynn53:00 Allen Lazard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller are back to discuss a busy week in the NFL. They talk about the Ravens placing the non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson, the Giants deal with Daniel Jones and Geno Smith’s new contract in Seattle. They also weigh in on Derek Carr, the Jets QB situation and much more. Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:45 Is the 2024 QB draft looming now?9:07 Ravens use non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson22:52 Giants sign Daniel Jones to 4-year deal27:56 Geno Smith & Seahawks agree to extension 36:32 Derek Carr signs with Saints 38:55 Jets QB situation41:50 What’s going on with Aaron Rodgers?47:30 GM notebookToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two of the biggest acquisitions last March—Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill—weren't free agent signings, but trades. Which veterans could get moved during this offseason's free agent frenzy? Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss nearly 20 such guys on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.First, though, they consider some of the fallout from the Lamar Jackson and Daniel Jones moves now that we have more information.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month2:31 Really? No one wants Lamar Jackson? Really?16:22 More details on the Daniel Jones contract31:57 Veteran trade candidates, starting with DeAndre Hopkins37:51 Jalen Ramsey44:15 Mike Evans and Chris Godwin48:07 Brandin Cooks51:28 Laremy Tunsil53:50 Tyron Smith56:07 Derrick Henry58:41 Chargers veterans on defense62:11 Za'Darius Smith65:02 Interior defensive linemen74:38 Nate's guys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who does Dane Brugler have going No. 1 in his latest mock draft? Dane joins Andy Staples and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein to talk about the teams who could trade up, the number of QBs in the top 5 and much more. Then, the guys go position-by-position discussing the players who stood out to them at the NFL Combine.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:19 QB impressions from the combine17:08 Jalen Carter19:30 What will Houston do at No. 2?24:02 Could the Bears trade down twice?25:40 Combine standouts position-by-position…26:05 QB29:47 WR33:58 OL37:24 TE41:45 RB45:32 DL/LB1:00:12 S1:05:40 CBToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, that was quite the franchise tag deadline day, wasn't it? What happens now that the Ravens placed the non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson? The Giants appear set to run it back with Daniel Jones for at least two more seasons. Does that make sense? Are Aaron Rodgers and the Jets pot-committed to one another? Robert Mays and Nate Tice answer those questions and follow the falling dominoes on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month1:40 Ravens place non-exclusive tag on Lamar Jackson27:47 Daniel Jones, Giants agree to long-term deal44:57 Aaron Rodgers and the Jets: A match made...just because?49:42 The running back market53:27 The offensive tackle market Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of Between the Lines, host Tashan Reed looks forward and highlights the prominent few around football who are working towards making the game more equal for all. And at the end, Reed comes to his conclusion after 18 months of reporting for the series.Voices in the episode include Mike Locksley, Richard Lapchick, Rod Graves, Oris Stuart, Jason Wright and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If there's one area of progress regarding diversity in football, it is in NFL front offices. More than ever in league history, there are more diverse GMs and presidents running franchises. In episode 4 of Between the Lines, host Tashan Reed speaks with a range of front office executives on the challenges and successes they've faced in gaining their positions.Voices in the episode include Doug Williams, Jason Wright, Sandra Douglass Morgan, Rod Graves, Reggie McKenzie, Terry Fontenot and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Being tempted by the win-with QBs. Trying to fit square pegs into round holes. Falling in love with one-year wonders. Those are just three mistakes that teams routinely make in free agency. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into those and seven more as we kick off free agency preview week on The Athletic Football Show. Plus, the guys jump back on the mics right after wrapping up the show to tackle the breaking Geno Smith news.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month2:00 Geno Smith, Seahawks agree to three-year deal15:26 Don't be tempted by 'win-with' QBs24:41 Square pegs/round holes35:07 Avoid the top of the cornerback market40:59 If a near-30 player just had his worst season, believe him43:44 Think smaller at tight end48:15 Remember, you're buying snaps55:42 Injured players stay injured62:25 You aren't special...that big deal for an off-ball LB isn't going to work for you, either65:40 Beware the name brands68:15 Beware the one-year wonder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first big domino of the NFL offseason fell on Monday, with Derek Carr and the Saints agreeing to a deal. Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football joins Robert Mays to break down the move on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nick on Twitter: @nick_underhillSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The entire NFL world spent the last week in Indianapolis for the 2023 Scouting Combine. So...what happened? Who opened eyes with their performance in drills? What are the biggest headlines and takeaways? Dane Brugler breaks it all down with Robert Mays on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first month4:28 Top takeaways from the combine11:10 Anthony Richardson wows everyone23:02 Bryce Young's size28:21 Will Levis's week32:18 The Jalen Carter news35:40 Others who did well for themselves38:12 The wide receiver group45:15 Other standouts60:06 Cornerbacks63:22 Running backs and offensive linemen66:25 Edge rushers69:34 Will Anderson74:54 The best things we ate in Indianapolis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chicago Bears hold the 2023 offseason in the palm of their paw. We celebrate that fact by bringing on Adam Hoge and Adam Jahns—hosts of The Athletic's Bears podcast, Hoge and Jahns—to discuss with Robert Mays and Nate Tice what the Bears can and should do this offseason on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Hoge on Twitter: @AdamHogeFollow Jahns on Twitter: @adamjahnsSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our series on the most interesting teams of the offseason continues on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. This time, it's Josh Kendall (Falcons), Vic Tafur (Raiders) and Michael-Shawn Dugar (Seahawks) sitting down with Robert Mays to dive into the questions facing their respective teams as the league turns the calendar to 2023.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Josh on Twitter: @JoshTheAthleticFollow Vic on Twitter: @VicTafurFollow Michael-Shawn on Twitter: @MikeDugarSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com1:52 Atlanta Falcons20:52 Las Vegas Raiders43:32 Seattle Seahawks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with three more beat writers from radio row at the 2023 NFL Combine. The Athletic's Joe Person (Panthers), Zack Rosenblatt (Jets) and Jeff Zrebiec (Ravens) join Robert Mays to break down the pressing questions facing the teams they cover this offseason on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Unsurprisingly, the biggest question for all three teams comes down to the quarterback position.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Joe on Twitter: @josephpersonFollow Zack on Twitter: @ZackBlattFollow Jeff on Twitter: @jeffzrebiecSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com2:15 Carolina Panthers25:52 New York Jets49:18 Baltimore Ravens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clarence Shelmon is Eric Bieniemy before Eric Bieniemy. Shelmon was hugely successful as the offensive coordinator for the San Diego Chargers in the late 2000's. In his five years as OC, the Chargers never were lower than a top five offense in the league. Despite the resume - the head coach opportunities never came.Episode 3 of Between the Lines hears from a diverse group of football coaches on the challenges they face advancing their careers in a league that has historically failed them. Voices in the episode include Shelmon, Hue Jackson, Ron Rivera, Sean Desai, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are coming to you live from Indianapolis and the NFL combine all week, where we'll be visiting with The Athletic beat writers who cover the most interesting teams of the 2023 offseason. We kick it off in this episode with the Giants, Patriots and Lions. Dan Duggan (Giants), Chad Graff (Patriots) and Colton Pouncy (Lions) sit down with Robert Mays to talk about the big questions confronting the teams they cover.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Dan on Twitter: @DDuggan21Follow Chad on Twitter: @ChadGraffFollow Colton on Twitter: @colton_pouncySubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com2:43 New York Giants27:01 New England Patriots51:37 Detroit Lions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's only one way we can possibly start combine week around these parts...a big blowout with the Prospects to Pros crew! Andy, Dane and Lance Zierlein of NFL.com preview the week ahead in Indianapolis on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com4:53 Quarterbacks12:23 Edge rushers22:09 Offensive linemen29:00 Wide receivers35:06 Tight ends41:24 Cornerbacks45:49 Interior defensive linemen53:42 Linebackers57:55 Safeties61:57 Running backs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The franchise tag...oft-discussed, little understood? The first part is certainly true, and as you dig into the tag you realize that the second part is, as well. Robert Mays and Nate Tice explore the recent history of the franchise tag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hear about rebuilding a team all the time, but not every franchise is in a position to totally tear it down. So how do you remodel a team in the moment, given the circumstances surrounding it? Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into that question through the lens of the 2023 Titans and Vikings on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The countdown to the combine is on! Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein get you ready by discussing how team’s prepare for the important week scouting prospects. They talk about the questions team’s are looking to have answered, the medicals and much more.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:15 Should the Bears trade Justin Fields and draft Bryce Young?5:35 Potential QB movement this offseason & impact on the draft13:31 What are teams doing the week before the combine?25:27 Medical checks at the combineToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick set a model for NFL players to follow when discussing matters of race and activism, but something else broke down the wall that led to the modern climate: The murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and George Floyd. Episode 2 of Between the Lines reveals how NFL players became activist during the summer of 2020, and their perspective in the ways the league supports and hurts their message.Voices in the episode include former NFL players Doug Baldwin, Devin McCourty, Michael Johnson, and Don Davis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to the NFL offseason's greatest attraction...that's right, it's the quarterback carousel! Where will Aaron Rodgers get off this great, big, spinning wheel? Will Derek Carr be the first QB to find a new home? And what's next for all the teams in the quarterback market? Your ringmasters Robert Mays and Nate Tice assess it all on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.com3:00 New York Jets9:00 Las Vegas Raiders18:20 Indianapolis Colts27:30 Washington Commanders35:19 Tampa Bay Buccaneers40:19 Carolina Panthers55:19 New Orleans Saints62:45 All the other riders on the carousel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lindsay Jones of The Ringer joins Robert Mays to discuss some of the biggest questions heading into the 2023 NFL offseason. From Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson, to new coaching regimes and everything in between.1:40 What is Aaron Rodgers going to decide?7:47 What happens with Lamar Jackson in Baltimore?16:08 What will the Bears do at No. 1?21:30 Which big-name pass catcher gets traded?25:29 What will the marriage between Sean Payton and Russell Wilson look like?33:40 What does a Joe Burrow extension look like and what does it say about the future of the QB market?42:26 Which new OC will make the biggest splash?47:13 Will there be any big-name veterans traded?Sponsored byVisa - proud sponsor of Super Bowl LVIILinkedIn - LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/MaysPhilo - Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code NBASHOW to get 50% off your first monthRoman - Visit ro.co/athletic to get 20% off your first Roman order today!Atlassian - For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comMorgan & Morgan - Morgan & Morgan - NEW For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/nbashow or dial 1(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Super Bowl was 96 hours ago. That's enough of a break, right? Robert Mays and Nate Tice are back to dig into all the coaching news from the last few days, including the Eagles losing both of their coordinators to head coaching gigs, Todd Monken returning to the NFL as the Ravens' offensive coordinator, Frank Reich's fun staff in Carolina, and more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comRoman: Visit ro.co/athletic to get 20% off your first Roman order today!LinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/mays or dial 1-(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone3:05 Shane Steichen to the Eagles16:57 Jonathan Gannon to the Cardinals31:10 Todd Monken joins Ravens as OC39:41 Frank Reich's cool staff in Carolina43:45 OC searches in Tampa and D.C.46:28 Eric Bieniemy moving on from KC?51:01 Restrained optimism about Kellen Moore/Chargers pairing56:07 Super Bowl week restaurant review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein begin the show by talking about the Chiefs’ 2022 draft class and the impact the rookies had on Super Bowl LVII. Then, they examine Dane’s updated 2023 NFL Draft top 100. They discuss the TE’s, the talent at RB, their biggest disagreement and much more.1:01 Chiefs 2022 draft class contributions in Super Bowl LVII12:32 Dane Brugler’s top 10013:30 TE’s in the top 10022:52 DT Gervon Dexter Sr.28:19 DT Adetomiwa Adebawore32:13 Talent in the RB class45:45 Dane and Lance’s biggest disagreement in top 100Today's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comRoman: Visit ro.co/athletic to get 20% off your first Roman order today!LinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/mays or dial 1-(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first episode of The Athletic's latest narrative podcast series - Between the Lines. The five episode series hosted by The Athletic's Tashan Reed looks at the Black experience in the NFL through a series of interviews with a diverse group of current and former NFL players, coaches, executives and league officials.Episode 1 of Between the Lines reviews the major moments in the 100 year history of race and activism in football while placing an emphasis on the inherent conflict between doing so and adhering to the culture of football. Voices in this episode include Doug Williams, Bomani Jones, Jim Trotter, Marcus Thompson II, Devin McCourty, and two of the originators of the Rooney Rule - Cyrus Mehri and Dr. Janice Madden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super Bowl LVII was an absolute showstopper of a game that ended with a familiar sight: the Chiefs on top of the NFL world. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the Chiefs' 38-35 win over the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comRoman: Visit ro.co/athletic to get 20% off your first Roman order today!LinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthMorgan & Morgan: For more information on Morgan & Morgan services, go to forthepeople.com/mays or dial 1-(800) POUND-LAW from your cell phone2:00 Mahomes and the Chiefs do it again6:00 Patrick Mahomes building an unbelievable legacy14:23 What a game from Jalen Hurts21:56 A masterful performance by Andy Reid42:20 What's next for the Eagles?50:41 What's next for the Chiefs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Beller and Nate Tice offer up their favorite plays for Super Bowl LVII. The guys dig through passing, rushing and receiving props, lay down markers on the side and total, and even dabble in some cross-sport props.Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five months ago, we were all looking at a schedule of 285 NFL games, including the playoffs. More importantly, we on The Athletic Football Show were staring at 22 weekly preview episodes. Now, we're down to one on both counts. It's the Eagles and Chiefs for the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl LVII. How will the teams go after one another? Where are they strong, and where are they vulnerable. Who will win the game? Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down in detail on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month3:08 The narrative aspects of the matchup6:08 The growth of the Eagles over the last 18 months10:28 Jalen Hurts' progress13:38 This Chiefs offense vs. previous Chiefs offenses18:58 Patrick Mahomes' legacy24:23 When the Eagles have the ball...56:33 When the Chiefs have the ball...81:39 X-factors85:14 Who wins Super Bowl LVII? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Travis Kelce and A.J. Brown, to Chris Jones and Haason Reddick, to Andy Reid and Nick Sirianni, the way we talk and think about Super Bowl LVII is shaped by a whole lot of guys who aren't the quarterbacks. Robert Mays and Nate Tice dive into the most important non-quarterbacks in the Super Bowl on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month4:25 Jeff Stoutland8:39 Steve Spagnuolo16:06 A.J. Brown and Haason Reddick26:43 Travis Kelce36:29 Jason Kelce41:03 Kansas City's rookies44:00 Brett Veach50:06 Howie Roseman54:22 Chris Jones60:02 Nick Sirianni64:54 Andy Reid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who does NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein have going No. 1 in his first 2023 NFL mock draft? He joins Andy Staples and Dane Brugler to talk about Jalen Carter vs. Will Anderson Jr. and the transfer portal players who could go in the top 10. They also talk about QB's Will Levis and Anthony Richardson, Lance reveals his WR1 and much more. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube2:08 If the Bears do pick at No. 14:06 Jalen Carter vs. Will Anderson Jr. at the top7:15 Transfer portal players in the first round12:28 Will Levis17:23 Keion White20:58 Anthony Richardson24:58 Calijah Kancey28:55 Jalin HyattToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of The Football GM, Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss where Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson could be in 2023, dig into all the coordinator moves across the NFL, and consider the lingering head coaching vacancies in Indianapolis and Arizona. Then, the guys make their picks for Super Bowl LVII.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month4:43 How the Eagles and Chiefs weathered change11:10 Sando's big offseason predictions12:26 Aaron Rodgers will be traded18:22 Lamar Jackson will play on the tag25:40 Giants keep Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley29:10 Derek Carr's market34:46 Tom Brady is staying retired35:34 No major changes to officiating...unless Andy Reid gets screwed in the Super Bowl37:33 What's next for Sean Payton and the Broncos?46:52 Colts HC search51:13 Cardinals HC search53:14 Coordinator movement57:14 Brian Flores to the Vikings60:33 GM Notebook64:11 Super Bowl LVII picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super Bowl LVII features the top seeds from both conferences, but that doesn't mean the paths they traveled were at all similar. Bo Wulf, Zach Berman and Nate Taylor—the Athletic's beat writers covering the Eagles and Chiefs—join Robert Mays to dive into how their respective teams arrived at this point on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Bo on Twitter: @Bo_WulfFollow Zach on Twitter: @ZBermFollow Nate on Twitter: @ByNateTaylorSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month3:00 The Eagles' path to the Super Bowl8:00 Evolution of Jalen Hurts15:00 Big moves made this offseason19:00 The people who shape the team off the field21:50 Nick Sirianni's influence25:40 Howie Roseman does it again32:45 The Andy Reid connection38:18 Expectations for the Chiefs at the start of the year47:23 The making of the secondary56:33 Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and Chris Jones58:48 Chiefs/Patriots parallels68:28 Savvy contract manipulation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super Bowl week has arrived! Which recent Super Bowl teams do these Chiefs and Eagles most resemble? Robert Mays and Nate Tice investigate their genealogy on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comPeloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com todayBlue Nile: Find the perfect piece of jewelry for life’s special moments and save up to 50% now at bluenile.comBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month6:21 The Chiefs as the 2014 Patriots14:23 The Chiefs as the 2016 Falcons20:35 The Chiefs as the 1988 49ers26:22 Kansas City's strong foundation38:10 The Eagles as the 1992 Cowboys50:55 The Eagles as the 2018 Rams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Mays and Mitch Schwartz spend a day during the playoff bye week digging into the TAFS mailbag on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the success of the Brett Veach/Andy Reid partnership, patience for head coaches, the value of Christian McCaffrey vs. Fred Warner, and more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Mitch on Twitter: @MitchSchwartz71Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/mays2:20 Brett Veach/Andy Reid partnership8:15 Head coach learning curve16:00 Efficacy of OL changing body types23:57 Can Sean Payton unlock Broncos skill players?34:31 Reaction of defense to OL protection calls41:21 CMC vs. Fred Warner44:25 OL tipping plays with their stance?46:09 Regular season bye week vs. off-week before Super Bowl51:14 Fun with NFL per diems and freebies54:19 Obscure rules?58:27 Why don't teams go no-huddle more often?62:18 The most beautiful play you've ever seen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples, Dane Brugler and NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein break down their observations from the Senior Bowl practices in Mobile. They talk about each position group, who has stood out, their favorite player to watch and much more. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:28 Players who have stood out3:45 The highest drafted player from the Senior Bowl will be ….5:46 OT Dawand Jones8:27 Offensive lineman 16:19 WR Michael Wilson18:17 Cornerbacks and safeties 24:04 Running backs30:29 QB Malik Cunningham 33:17 Stetson Bennett declining offer & arrest43:12 Favorite player to watch Today's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/maysMorgan & Morgan: If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. For more information go to forthepeople.com/mays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Sando and Randy Mueller have the latest news and notes around the NFL. Tom Brady retires and this time he says it's "for good." The guys discuss what made TB12 one of the best players of all-time. What should we expect from him in the broadcast booth? Kyle Shanahan says the 49ers will move forward at QB with Trey Lance and Brock Purdy. Was it a mistake to take Jimmy G out of the equation? Sought-after HC Sean Payton lands in Denver. Is it surprising Payton landed in the talent-rich AFC West? The guys remember Hall of Fame former GM Bobby Beathard who died Monday at the age 86. The GM notebook this week is filled with interesting tidbits about Kellen Moore's move to LA, the state of NFL officiating & more.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Time codes:2:00 - Championship weekend reaction4:00 - Tom Brady announces his retirement17:00 - Kyle Shanahan say no scenario includes Jimmy G returning21:00 - Broncos hire Sean Payton as Head Coach35:00 - Hall of Fame former GM Bobby Beathard dies at age 8641:00 - The GM notebookToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/maysMorgan & Morgan: If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. For more information go to forthepeople.com/mays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Athletic Football Show is excited to share our latest narrative podcast series - Between the Lines. The five episode limited series, hosted by The Athletic's Tashan Reed, focuses on how America’s biggest game grapples with America’s biggest issue. Between the Lines brings a first-person perspective into how race impacts each level of the NFL - featuring interviews with Commanders team president Jason Wright, Raiders team president Sandra Douglass Morgan, Atlanta Falcons GM Terry Fontenot, former Super Bowl MVP Doug Williams, former NFL MVP LaDainian Tomlinson, New England Patriots captain Devin McCourty, former Seattle Seahawk Doug Baldwin and more. The first episode will be released on February 14th, and new episodes will follow every Tuesday right here on The Athletic Football Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So much for a ho-hum Tuesday during the bye week between the conference championship games and Super Bowl, huh? The Broncos swung a deal for Sean Payton, making him their new head coach, while DeMeco Ryans officially took the reins in Houston, agreeing to a six-year deal with the Texans. Robert Mays and Nate Tice react to the news just moments after it broke on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Then, Tashan Reed joins Robert to introduce his new series, "Between the Lines" debuting Tuesday, February 14 on The Athletic Football Show podcast feed.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Tashan on Twitter: @tashanreedSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/mays4:08 Broncos hire Sean Payton19:37 The Saints get back into the first round26:17 DeMeco Ryans, Texans agree to deal37:35 Tashan Reed introduces "Between the Lines" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the Eagles and Chiefs were busy advancing to the Super Bowl, teams across the rest of the league kept making news. The Chargers, for instance, made a huge splash in the coordinator pool. The Broncos, Cardinals, Colts and Texans, meanwhile, still have head coaching positions to fill. Robert Mays and Mike Sando discuss all that and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/mays3:35 Chargers hire Kellen Moore as OC21:39 Dolphins (maybe) hire Vic Fangio as DC30:49 Carolina's search for a new DC38:32 The remaining head coach openings65:58 One big question for the 49ers72:10 One big question for the Bengals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Eagles and Chiefs have been the two best teams in the league all season. After both took care of business on Sunday, they'll meet in Super Bowl LVII. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the NFC and AFC Championship Games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Atlassian: For projects impossible alone, visit www.atlassian.comHoney: Get PayPal Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/mays2:31 Chiefs beat Bengals in AFC Championship Game27:16 What's next for the Bengals?37:40 Eagles beat 49ers, win NFC57:47 Big questions ahead for San Francisco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Beller and Austin Mock return to break down the NFC and AFC Championship Games from a gambling perspective on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBellerFollow Austion on Twitter: @amock419Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:45 49ers-Eagles13:14 Bengals-Chiefs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.