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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.

Championship Weekend is upon us, and it promises to be a doozy. No matter what happens, we're going to get a great matchup for Super Bowl LVII. But, you know, what happens is going to be a ton of fun! Robert Mays and Nate Tice preview 49ers-Eagles and Bengals-Chiefs 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day!2:05 Panthers hire Frank Reich9:40 NFC Championship Game23:32 When the 49ers have the ball...34:27 When the Eagles have the ball...45:03 X-factor and winner50:47 AFC Championship Game62:25 When the Bengals have the ball...80:03 When the Chiefs have the ball...93:27 X-factor and winner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Brock Purdy lead the 49ers to the Super Bowl? Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss what they’ve seen from the rookie QB ahead of conference championship weekend. Then, they talk about Brandon Beane’s comments towards the Bengals, the likelihood of an Aaron Rodgers trade this offseason and Bill O’Brien’s return to the Patriots. Plus, they rate the head coach vacancies and share their AFC and NFC picks.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:11 Brock Purdy & the 49ers17:07 Brandon Beane’s comments towards Bengals26:13 Likelihood of an Aaron Rodgers trade34:34 Would a contender rather add Rodgers or Brady this offseason?41:14 Rating head coach vacancies53:47 Bill O’Brien returns to Patriots as OC58:05 GM Notebook1:01:29 Championship weekend picksToday's episode is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler get you ready for the Reese's Senior Bowl by discussing the top players at each position. They talk about the QBs, offensive lineman, edge rushers and more that will be in Mobile. They also explain what coaches and scouts are watching for during the week and how players can improve their draft stock.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube2:00 QBs9:48 Players who can catch our attention in Mobile14:12 Offensive lineman17:17 Edge rushers21:53 Cornerback24:55 Will Levis28:42 What coaches and scouts are watching at the Senior Bowl40:41 Brock PurdyToday's episode is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're down to four teams playing football this season. So, what can we learn about how to succeed in the NFL from the Chiefs, Bengals, Eagles and 49ers? ESPN's Bill Barnwell joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to answer that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Bill on Twitter: @billbarnwellSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's episode is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day!4:09 Build around a money-saving QB8:22 Positionless offense14:22 The necessity of elite weaponry20:39 Offensive line coaches are the new market inefficiency28:24 Attacking defenses with multiple personnel groupings36:38 The run game is back, baby!43:07 Take advantage of desperate teams54:36 Diversity vs. the pass57:59 Smart, veteran DBs are also the new market inefficiency63:37 February's FA market vs. August's FA market68:29 Don't be afraid to throw resources at your defensive line Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which available head coaching job is the best? Could it really be...Houston? Additionally, one-quarter of the league is going to hire a new offensive coordinator in this cycle, and that doesn't include the teams that are also looking for a new head coach. Robert Mays and Mike Sando dig into all that, plus the horrible idea hosting conference championship games at neutral sites, 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day!2:32 Ranking the head coach openings22:29 Open OC gigs, starting with the Ravens35:14 Chargers44:19 Rams46:19 Jets51:42 Lightning round: Patriots, Buccaneers, Titans, Washington63:02 Save our conference championship games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

And then there were four. The Bengals and 49ers advanced to Championship Weekend on Sunday with wins over the Bills and Cowboys, respectively. Robert Mays and Nate Tice put a bow on Divisional Round weekend 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialBetter Help: Visit betterhelp.com/mays today to get 10% off your first month of online therapyPenrose Hill: Go to tryfirstleaf.com/mays to get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus free shippingPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthRoman: To get ready, Roman Ready, for better sex this Valentine’s Day. Go to ro.co/athletic today to get 20% off your entire first order. Place before February 8th for guaranteed shipping in time.Tommy John: Get 20% off your first purchase at tommyjohn.com/athletic right now for Valentine’s Day!1:50 49ers beat Cowboys, move on to NFC Championship Game17:00 What's next for the Cowboys27:30 A little NFC Championship Game preview39:00 Bengals beat Bills, move on to second straight AFC Championship Game60:53 What's next for the Bills?66:01 The Bengals are awesome Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 1-seeds in both conferences are moving on, but that doesn't come anywhere near telling the whole story of Saturday night. Sure, the Chiefs are headed to their fifth consecutive AFC Championship Game, but it will be a tense few days ahead after Patrick Mahomes injured his ankle in the first quarter of the Divisional Round win over the Jaguars. The Eagles, meanwhile, reasserted some dominance in the NFC by controlling the Giants from wire to wire. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the two games on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more2:05 Chiefs beat Jaguars, advance to fifth-straight AFC Championship Game25:37 What's next for the Jaguars?37:22 Eagles dominate Giants, move on to NFC Championship Game47:09 What's next for the Giants? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're down to eight teams still playing football this season. By the end of the weekend, it'll be four. Robert Mays and Nate Tice try to figure out how we get there by previewing the Divisional Round matchups. On this episode, the guys dig into Sunday's games: Bills vs. Bengals and 49ers vs. Cowboys.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more2:50 Bengals-Bills12:00 When the Bengals have the ball...21:15 When the Bills have the ball...26:18 Bengals-Bills X-factor31:20 Cowboys-49ers35:00 When the Cowboys have the ball...41:32 When the 49ers have the ball...55:32 Cowboys-49ers X-factor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're down to eight teams still playing football this season. By the end of the weekend, it'll be four. Robert Mays and Nate Tice try to figure out how we get there by previewing the Divisional Round matchups. On this episode, the guys dig into Saturday's games: Chiefs vs. Jaguars and Eagles vs. Giants.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more2:55 Jaguars-Chiefs12:05 When the Jaguars have the ball...17:04 When the Chiefs have the ball...27:50 Jaguars-Chiefs X-factor32:15 Giants-Eagles39:37 When the Eagles have the ball...47:43 When the Giants have the ball...57:07 Giants-Eagles X-factor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler welcome back NFL.com analyst Lance Zierlein to break down Dane’s latest mock draft. They begin by talking about a potential big trade at No. 1 and they dissect where the QBs could land. Then, they talk about the other top prospects to watch over the next few months, the TE class, who Lance believes is the best WR on the board and much more. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerFollow Lance on Twitter: @LanceZierleinSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:53 Bryce Young17:54 Will Levis26:09 Anthony Richardson38:39 Non-QB prospects to watch after Jalen Carter and Will Anderson Jr.44:03 Bijan Robinson50:40 TE class59:58 WR classSponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Philo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by talking about Aaron Rodgers’ future with the Packers and the latest in the Sean Payton sweepstakes. Then, they dive into the GM hires from the Titans and Cardinals, the Browns new defensive coordinator and the Chargers firing of OC Joe Lombardi.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:17 Aaron Rodgers stirs the pot about future7:33 Sean Payton sweepstakes 16:34 Titans hire Ran Carthon as GM23:28 Cardinals hire Monti Ossenfort as GM34:48 Jim Schwartz named new DC of Browns38:50 Chargers fire OC Joe Lombardi44:23 Lamar Jackson situation 50:03 GM Notebook1:03:02 Divisional round picksSponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Philo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Awards season isn't limited to Hollywood. We get in on the fun in the football world, too. Robert Mays and Nate Tice hand out some hardware on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more3:40 Offensive Player of the Year8:45 Defensive Player of the Year16:50 Executive of the Year22:30 Assistant Coach of the Year30:04 Offensive Rookie of the Year41:24 Defensive Rookie of the Year43:34 Coach of the Year58:39 MVP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final game of Wild Card Weekend wasn't so super, at least from a competitiveness standpoint. The Cowboys dominated from start to finish, eliminating the Buccaneers with a 31-14 win behind a monster performance from Dak Prescott. Robert Mays and Bob Sturm break it down on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Bob on Twitter: @SportsSturmSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more1:37 Cowboys dominate behind Dak's big game36:44 What's next for the Buccaneers and Tom Brady? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While 14 teams spent the week getting ready for, and kicking off, the playoffs, the NFL news wheel kept on spinning. Robert Mays and Mike Sando discuss Arizona's hiring of Monti Ossenfort as GM, the state of the Ravens, and coordinator changes on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. They also welcome Jourdan Rodrigue and Daniel Popper to the show to discuss the head coaches running the show for both of the league's L.A. franchises.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Jourdan on Twitter: @JourdanRodrigueFollow Daniel on Twitter: @danielrpopperSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Philo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more1:55 Cardinals hire Monti Ossenfort as GM12:57 Something's rotten in Baltimore24:40 Panthers interviewing DC candidates27:47 Jim Harbaugh staying at Michigan31:53 Sean McVay sticking with the Rams56:19 Brandon Staley's future with the Chargers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another NFL playoff day, three more thrilling games. Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap Wild Card Sunday with a look back at Bengals over Ravens, Giants over Vikings, and Bills over Dolphins on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubePhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBurrow: Show Burrow you’re listening to The Athletic Football Show by shopping at Burrow.com/mays and get 10% off your first orderLinkedIn: LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/maysMizzen + Main: Go to mizzenandmain.com and use promo code MAYS, to receive $35 off any regular-price order of $125 or more3:51 Bengals outlast Ravens21:26 What's next for the Ravens?28:31 Giants beat Vikings48:21 What's next for the Vikings?55:07 Bills hold off Dolphins71:53 What's next for the Dolphins? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well that was quite the start to the playoffs, wasn't it? Robert Mays and Nate Tice recap the Jaguars' thrilling comeback win over the Chargers and the 49ers' victory over the Seahawks 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS3:00 Jaguars-Chargers18:20 What's next for the Chargers?29:55 49ers-Seahawks57:15 What's next for Seattle? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six win-or-go-home games spread across three days. The NFL playoffs are here. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the keys to this weekend's AFC Wild Card matchups: Jaguars vs. Chargers, Bills vs. Dolphins and Bengals vs. Ravens.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS2:00 Jaguars-Chargers23:35 Bills-Dolphins39:08 Bengals-Ravens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six win-or-go-home games spread across three days. The NFL playoffs are here. On this episode of The Athletic Football Show, Robert Mays and Nate Tice break down the keys to this weekend's NFC Wild Card matchups: 49ers vs. Seahawks, Vikings vs. Giants and Buccaneers vs. Cowboys.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS2:15 49ers-Seahawks29:04 Vikings-Giants50:03 Buccaneers-Cowboys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As head coach interviews are underway across the NFL, Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller discuss each of the openings, the top candidates and more. Then, they examine the young QBs in the playoffs and what they’re looking forward to watching. They close out the show with the GM Notebook and their Wild Card picks.Follow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLFollow Randy on Twitter: @RandyMueller_Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:01 Damar Hamlin discharged from the hospital2:22 Head coach hiring process… -3:12 Cardinals -10:44 Texans -15:42 Broncos -23:00 Panthers -30:25 Colts33:44 Similarities between Sean Payton and Sean McVay40:38 Young QBs in the playoffs48:22 Will the Lions be contenders next season?54:08 GM Notebook1:01:46 Wild Card picks Today's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler discuss their biggest takeaways from the CFP National Championship including Stetson Bennett’s rise and what’s next for the QB. They also examine the NFL Draft order and what teams could do in the top 10. Finally, they talk about the players that have not declared or are still undecided about returning to college next season. Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:45 Stetson Bennett10:54 NFL Draft order23:56 Players who are not declaring for the draft or still undecided (Jared Verse, Blake Corum)36:03 East West Shrine Bowl coaches 39:10 Players excited to watch in all-star games Today's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The regular season is over, which can only mean one thing. Well, it could mean more than one thing, but in this case it means it's time to name our All-Pro Teams! That's exactly what Robert Mays and Nate Tice do on this episode of The Athletic Football Show, picking their First- and Second-Team All-Pros on offense.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS5:20 Running Backs14:00 Wide Receivers27:52 Tight Ends34:56 Left Tackles41:35 Left Guards43:40 Centers48:50 Right Guards52:17 Right Tackles59:38 Quarterbacks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With offense taken care of, Robert Mays and Nate Tice turn their attention to the other side of the ball. The guys name their First- and Second-Team All-Pro Defenses 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS3:16 Edge Rushers15:15 Interior Defensive Linemen29:00 Linebackers41:19 Cornerbacks60:25 Safeties Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The equal and opposite reaction to Black Monday is that a new group of coaches is going to get a shot to run the show. Robert Mays and Conor Orr from Sports Illustrated dive into that group, which includes the likes of 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans and Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Conor on Twitter: @ConorOrrSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS3:00 What teams get right and wrong when they hire head coaches6:30 The through-line of recent success stories20:48 Shane Steichen, Eagles OC30:11 Jonathan Gannon, Eagles DC35:38 Ben Johnson, Lions OC45:21 DeMeco Ryans, 49ers DC51:10 Ken Dorsey, Bills OC56:39 Ejiro Evero, Broncos DC64:14 Mike Kafka, Giants OC69:03 Raheem Morris, Rams DC74:55 Dan Quinn, Cowboys DC79:10 Lou Anarumo, Bengals DC84:06 Brian Callahan, Bengals OC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Monday is one of the unfortunate realities of life in the NFL. Robert Mays and Mike Sando break down the moves that were made on Monday (and before), and what comes next for the teams involved, on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Mike on Twitter: @SandoNFLSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS2:15 Kliff Kingsbury, Steve Keim out in Arizona11:41 Texans fire Lovie Smith24:12 Joe Woods done in Cleveland30:28 What's next for Sean McVay?37:44 The Broncos' head coach search52:40 The Panthers' head coach search59:01 The Titans need a new GM67:11 The Colts' head coach search Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This season's NFL playoff field is set with Week 18 in the books. Robert Mays and Nate Tice put a bow on the regular season and look ahead to the playoffs on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys discuss the Super Bowl favorites taking care of business in Week 18, the Bills' emotional return to the field, the Jaguars' AFC South title, 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...Peloton: Try Peloton risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial, New Members only at onepeloton.com/home-trialPhilo: Sign up today at philo.tv and use promo code MAYS to get 50% off your first monthBetter Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/MAYS today to get 10% off your first monthPenrose Hill: Get your first 6 bottles for $39.95 plus FREE shipping. Go to TryFirstleaf.com/MAYS3:16 Lions player spoiler to Packers15:52 Seahawks get last spot in NFC20:43 Sizing up the playoff field25:23 Jaguars win AFC South37:51 The Bears are on the clock!44:48 Super Bowl favorites take care of business51:37 Emotional win for the Bills58:05 Patriots fall short in bid for playoffs66:54 Ugly Dolphins-Jets matchup75:54 What are you doing Chargers?78:03 What was that, Cowboys? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doctors from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine provided Thursday the type of update on Damar Hamlin we've all been hoping for since Monday night. That takes precedence on this Week 18 preview episode of The Athletic Football Show. After that, Robert Mays and Nate Tice dig into final week of the regular season and the playoff picture. It all gets going on Saturday, with the Jaguars and Titans playing for the AFC South crown, and continues through to Sunday night, where the Packers will be playing the Lions in what could be a play-in game for the final spot in the playoffs on the NFC side of the bracket.Damar Hamlin's foundation GoFundMe pageFollow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeToday's show is brought to you by...Roman: Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETICAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com today2:38 Damar Hamlin update11:37 AFC 1-seed16:55 Lions-Packers27:33 Titans-Jaguars for the AFC South39:45 AFC 7-seed50:06 What remains at stake in the NFC57:01 Week 18 picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Sando and former GM Randy Mueller begin the show by discussing the latest with Damar Hamlin as they reflect on the tragic situation earlier this week. Then, they discuss a potential return to the NFL for Jim Harbaugh, their impressions of Jarrett Stidham and the Commanders QB indecision. They also talk about what’s going on with Lamar Jackson, the Eagles' injury concerns and much more. Damar Hamlin's foundation GoFundMe page:https://www.gofundme.com/f/mxksc-the-chasing-ms-foundation-community-toy-drive1:13 Latest on Damar Hamlin16:34 Will Jim Harbaugh return to the NFL?20:44 Impressions of Jarrett Stidham26:42 Commanders QB indecision30:40 Lamar Jackson situation 37:29 Concern for the Eagles?43:00 NFC playoff predictions47:34 GM Notebook54:11 Week 18 picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Staples and Dane Brugler break down all of the action from the College Football Playoff semifinals. They talk about C.J. Stroud, Marvin Harrison Jr., Kelee Ringo, Max Duggan and more. Plus, they discuss Bryce Young and Brian Branch’s strong performance in the Sugar Bowl and Jim Harbaugh’s potential return to the NFL before they preview the national championship game.Follow Andy on Twitter: @Andy_StaplesFollow Dane on Twitter: @dpbruglerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube2:31 C.J. Stroud9:01 NFL teams potentially in the market for a QB11:02 Marvin Harrison Jr. gets the best of Kelee Ringo17:13 Bryce Young and Brian Branch dominate Sugar Bowl23:26 Felix Anudike-Uzomah25:50 Deuce Vaughn30:20 How TCU beat Michigan 37:47 Will Jim Harbaugh go back to NFL?41:27 National Championship preview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mitchell Schwartz and The Athletic's Tim Graham join Robert Mays to discuss the horrific scene in Cincinnati on Monday following Damar Hamlin's on-field cardiac arrest. Tim offers his perspective having been on the scene in Cincinnati over the last few days, while Mitch provides a player's point of view.Damar Hamlin's foundation GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/mxksc-the-chasing-ms-foundation-community-toy-drive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are 17 regular season games remaining in the 2022 NFL season, and the playoff picture is finally starting to come into focus. The Buccaneers and Giants both clinched playoff spots on Sunday, while the Packers are one win away from turning a 4-8 start into a playoff berth. The final Wild Card spot in both conferences remains up for grabs, as does the top seed on either side of the bracket. Robert Mays and Nate Tice break it all down through the lens of Week 17 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...Roman: Get 20% off your first order at ro.co/ATHLETICAllbirds: Discover your perfect pair of Wool Runners at Allbirds.com today1:16 Steelers-Ravens4:23 Packers-Vikings21:01 NFC playoff picture25:36 Buccaneers, Mike Evans go off vs. Panthers39:36 Hats off to the Giants53:11 CMC, Nick Bosa star in 49ers' win over Raiders59:16 Worried about the Eagles?63:41 Jets flame out in fifth-straight loss71:47 AFC playoff picture77:09 Washington eliminated from playoff contention Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not many perennial backup quarterbacks can say they authored one of the most iconic plays in NFL playoff history. Case Keenum, however, is an outlier. He sits down with The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler to discuss his football life in the latest installment of The QB2 Series.Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.