This is Football with Kevin Clark

Kevin Clark and Gregg Rosenthal dive into the sneakiest and most overlooked storylines from NFL training camps. From camp sightings to depth chart battles and rising stars, they spotlight what’s flying under the radar but could define the 2024 season. (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:38) Gregg Rosenthal Joins This Is Football!(2:55) Top 3 Sneaky Training Camp Storylines(3:45) Gregg's Trip To Japan(5:10) DeAndre Hopkins and Jaire Alexander In Baltimore(8:55) How Will The Ravens Will Replace Justin Tucker(9:45) What's Anthony Richardson's Future in the NFL?(19:45) Where will Cooper DeJean actually line up?(21:45) Are the Eagles’ best players… underrated now?(26:35) What if Travis Hunter can’t play both ways in the NFL?(31:15) Who is Mr. Jaguar?(32:35) The Saints’ QB dilemma: Who starts Week 1?Subscribe for weekly insider NFL stories and sharp preseason analysis from the field and front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who’s the best player in football right now? Kevin Clark and Mina Kimes break down their top picks including Josh Allen, Myles Garrett, Justin Jefferson, and Fred Warner. They also project the worst team heading into the season, discuss CJ Stroud’s development, and dive into expectations for the Giants. Plus: Kevin sounds off on "The War on Excuses." (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football! (1:05) Mina Kimes Joins The Show (1:45) Training Camp Tales(6:35) Who's The Best Player in Football?(10:45) Mina: Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Myles Garrett(13:10) Kevin: Saquon Barkley, Jordan Mailata, and Patrick Surtain(14:05) Mina: Fred Warner(15:35) Better WR: Justin Jefferson or Jamarr Chase? (17:35) Is Saquon Barkley The Best Player in Football?(18:10) Expectations for The Giants This Season(23:00) Who's Going To Be The Worst Team?(24:55) CJ Stroud's Potential Development(26:30) Addressing The War on Excuses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Hayden Winks to break down the most predictive stats heading into the 2025 NFL season. From Puka Nacua’s elite YPG to Jalen Hurts' dominance on critical downs, they spotlight the trends that could shape how teams win this year.In this episode: Why Puka Nacua’s 96.8 Yards/Game could explode in 2025, The 3 QBs pressured on less than 25% of dropbacks, Jalen Hurts' elite 3rd & 4th down EPA + success rate, and Mahomes' surprising short-pass tendencies (30.8% behind the LOS). (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!(0:15) Hayden Winks Joins This Is Football (2:23) Favorite Stats to Project 2025 Trends(6:00) Favorite Stat: 2.5 Seconds Post Snap Throws(10:25) Favorite Stat: 3 QB's Pressured Under 25%(17:42) Favorite Stat: Puka Nacua's 96.8 YPG(21:15) Favorite Stat: Patrick Mahomes Passes 30.8% At Or Behind Line of Scrimmage(24:55) Favorite Stat: 3rd/4th Down Jalen Hurts Leads EPA + Success Rate(30:30) Favorite Stat: CJ Stroud Is The Most Pressured QB on 15+ Yard Passes (35:15) Thanks for Watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark talks with Jeremy Fowler to break down the Top 10 NFL quarterbacks for the 2025 season, based on exclusive insights from league executives, coaches, and scouts. Jeremy explains how he compiles his positional rankings, who the consensus elite players are, and which breakout stars could shake up the league next season. From MVP candidates to underrated risers, get the full inside scoop on how the NFL’s decision-makers view the quarterback landscape heading into 2025. (0:00) Welcome to This Is Football! (0:55) JEREMY FOWLER JOINS THIS IS FOOTBALL!(1:55) How Jeremy Develops His Top 10 Lists(6:12) Most Volatile Quarterback Rankings(15:50) Who's The Consensus Best Player In The League? (18:00) Which Teams Have The Most Impressive Roster?(19:30) Which Player Will Break Into The Top 10 Next Year?(21:05) Evaluating The Cowboys Roster(22:25) Deeper Group: QB or Edge?(23:50) Biggest Surprises From Rankings Exercise (25:15) Thanks for Watching! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ravens all-pro Marlon Humphrey to discuss his role in the Alabama football documentary "Nothing But a Winner". Marlon details what it was like to play for Nick Saban at Alabama and the lessons he learned during his time there. Plus, Marlon responds to the media narratives that surround the Ravens after falling just short the past few seasons. Marlon also dives into his recent obsession with golf and discusses how difficult it is relative to covering the likes of Ja'Marr Chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by NFL veteran Harry Douglas to assess where the Falcons sit after a busy offseason. Harry gives incredible insights into what it was like to play with Julio Jones and details why he thinks this is the golden age for receivers in the NFL. Plus, the play that he thinks could've cost the Falcons a chance to win the Super Bowl in 2012. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Bill Barnwell to put the AFC teams in tiers. Hear what teams Bill & Kevin believe will challenge the Chiefs in the AFC. Plus, why they disagree on how good the Browns will be in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by former NFL head coach Todd Haley to discuss how he played a role in Eagles HC Nick Sirianni breaking into the NFL. Todd shares his experience working under Bill Parcells and the lessons he learned from him including hearing from him after one specific play call during his tenure with the Steelers. Plus, Todd shares what he thinks the Jets are getting in Aaron Glenn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Stanford Steve to give the 3 takes that they want to own this football season. Hear what college team Steve thinks could be on track for an undefeated season if they win in week 1. Kevin gives his pick that could surprise and win the SEC. Plus, Hear why Kevin thinks the Bears are bound for the playoffs in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by 11 year NFL veteran Allen Robinson to break down what it will take for Caleb Williams to succeed in Chicago. Allen gives his take on why he thinks the marriage between Aaron Rodgers & the Steelers could work out better than expected. Plus, Allen shares the lessons he learned from Darrelle Revis after a matchup in 2015 that helped change his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Patrick Daugherty to review his recent rankings of all 32 NFL General Managers. Hear why both think there could be rough times ahead for one AFC South general manager. Plus, what general manager would NFL owners want if they were starting a franchise from scratch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Chris Hogan to share his unique journey from lacrosse to the NFL. Chris details what he thinks Josh McDaniels will do to help Drake Maye succeed in year 2. Plus, some incredible stories from his time playing with Tom Brady. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Field Yates to pick players and teams that they think will make a leap in 2025. Hear why Kevin & Field think a pair of 2nd year quarterbacks could be in for a big season. Plus, What NFC South coach Kevin thinks could be in talks for coach of the year at the end of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Nate Tice to go over who they believe are the most important coordinators hired this offseason. Could Raiders OC be the perfect role for Chip Kelly? Plus, why Nick Caley could bring stability to C.J. Stroud & the Texans offense following their issues last season. Kevin also details why he thinks Robert Saleh could have a profound impact on the 49ers defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Seth Wickersham ahead of the release of his new book "American Kings: A Biography of the Quarterback". Seth details what went into Caleb Williams exploring ways not to play for the Bears prior to last year's NFL Draft. Seth also reflects on Bill Belichick's transition to coaching at UNC and the evolving landscape of coaching and player development in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by 13 year NFL veteran Chase Daniel to explain his secrets to having a long NFL career. Hear the traits that made Chase valuable to his teams and the role he played in helping the stars he backed up. Plus, Chase details the reps he'd like back from his long career and shares the quarterback he thinks is poised to make a leap in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jourdan Rodrigue to rank the teams in the NFC by tier. Hear why Kevin is bullish on the Bears in 2025 & why Jourdan thinks the Buccaneers could be in for a big year. Plus, who will ascend into the Eagles tier in 2025? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jeff Darlington to take a look at the expectations for the Bears & 49ers entering the 2025 season. Will the NFL allow players to compete in flag football during the olympics? Plus, the pair share their hilarious stories from covering the 2007 Dolphins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Andy Johnson ahead of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. They make their comparisons on who in the golf world reminds them of figures in the NFL universe. Hear what NFL team reminds Kevin of Bryson DeChambeau. Plus, who is the NFL's equivalent to Rory McIlroy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Albert Breer to empty the notebook on NFL gossip they've heard throughout the summer. Albert highlights teams and players he believes could be in line for a huge 2025 season. Plus, will George Pickens work out with the Cowboys? Albert also gives what he thinks will be the biggest NFL storyline from now until training camp kicks off in July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jordan Reid to take an early look at the 2026 NFL Draft. Kevin and Jordan pick the quarterbacks they think could be at the top of the board next April. Plus, the two defenders that Jordan thinks could prove to be a cut above the rest in next year's class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Joe Fortenbaugh to discuss their favorite bets for the upcoming NFL season. Joe details why he believes the Chiefs could be in line for regression this season. Kevin spotlights a young quarterback who he thinks could find himself in the MVP race. Plus, how will the Jaguars utilize Travis Hunter this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Bruce Feldman to go over the biggest steals from the 2025 NFL Draft. Hear what receiver Bruce Feldman thinks went too low. Plus, who is the early favorite to go #1 overall in the 2026 draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Matt Miller to discuss players from the NFL Draft that will make an instant impact with their new teams. Kevin & Matt find consensus on two first round defenders who they think will help their new teams tremendously in year one. Plus, Kevin gives his early take on who he thinks might win Super Bowl LV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark gives his take on who won and lost the 2025 NFL Draft. Hear what went into Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fall and how things may play out for him with the Cleveland Browns. Kevin details why he's enamored with what the Jaguars did in the draft. Plus, Kevin details some of the drafts he was less fond of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down all the action from round 1 of the NFL Draft. Hear his thoughts on the blockbuster trade between the Jaguars and Browns that has Travis Hunter headed to Jacksonville. Kevin details why he's not in love with the Jaxson Dart pick for the Giants plus highlights a few teams that he thinks got steals on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Pete Thamel ahead of this Thursday's NFL Draft. Hear what Pete thinks the biggest storyline in the draft is. Plus, Pete details the prospects in this year's draft that college coaches love. Kevin & Pete also discuss what impact the transfer portal has had on NFL Draft evaluations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ryan Wilson to forecast what surprises we might see in the NFL Draft next Thursday. Kevin & Ryan react to all the recent rumors swirling around where Shedeur Sanders may end up. Plus, Ryan gives out the quarterbacks he thinks are flying under the radar just one week away from the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Trevor Sikkema to pair draft prospects with the NFL team that would be their best fit. Hear what team Trevor thinks would be the best fit for heisman trophy winner Ashton Jeanty. Plus, what should we make of Shedeur Sanders working out for the Giants this late in the draft process? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by The Athletic's Dane Brugler on the release day of his draft guide "The Beast". Dane highlights the players he thinks could go higher in the draft than the consensus thinks. Plus, where does he think Cam Ward would rank among quarterback prospects in last year's draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Giants legend Amani Toomer to discuss the current state of the franchise. Plus, Amani shares an incredible story about what may have been to blame for the Giants losing Super Bowl XXXV to the Ravens. Then Kevin is joined by Brandon Beane to discuss the difficulty of going through the AFC gauntlet every season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by several key Head Coaches & General Managers at the NFL Annual Meetings including Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, Tennessee Titans Head Coach Brian Callahan, Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan, Titans President of Football Operations Chad Brinker, Los Angeles Rams GM Les Snead & Miami Dolphins Head Coach Mike McDaniel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by a pair of NFL head coaches from the annual league meetings in Palm Beach. First, Kevin O'Connell details what he's seen from J.J. McCarthy in his first year with the Vikings that has him believing he's ready to be the team's quarterback in year 2. Then Dave Canales joins the show to discuss what went into Bryce Young's turnaround last year in Carolina & why he's more comfortable in his second year as Panther's head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Mike Renner to discuss the draft prospects they think are overrated and underrated. Hear the small school prospect that Mike says has some of the most dominant tape he's ever seen. Plus, why Kevin thinks one Heisman finalist is being overvalued as we approach the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Andy Staples to discuss which colleges provide the best pipeline for NFL Draft prospects. Andy also reveals his draft crushes from the upcoming class & gives insight as to who he thinks may have a meteoric rise à la Cam Ward. Plus, Cooper Petagna joins to reveal the prospects he loves from this year's draft class and why he has concern about Travis Hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Connor Rogers to take a look at prospects who are flying under the radar as we approach the NFL Draft. Hear what cornerback Connor thinks could end up being a steal on day 2. Plus, why Kevin & Connor think Bhayshul Tuten could end up out-performing his draft position in a loaded running back class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Derrik Klassen to give the ceilings, floors, and pro comparisons for some of the top QB prospects in this year's draft. Hear why Cam Ward reminds Kevin of Patrick Mahomes. Plus, Derrik details the traits Jalen Milroe has that could be attractive to an NFL team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Denny Carter to break down what teams can win the Super Bowl next year after Free Agency. Kevin & Denny discuss where Jalen Hurts ranks among NFL Quarterbacks following his Super Bowl win. Plus, are the 49ers still a Super Bowl contender following their losses this offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Dan Graziano to go through winners and losers from the early wave of free agency. Will Daniel Jones unseat Anthony Richardson as Colts starting QB? Plus, Dan details the Vikings plan for J.J. McCarthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Kalyn Kahler to get an inside look at how Shedeur Sanders is performing in interviews with NFL teams and if his draft stock is actually falling. Mike Florio also joins the show to discuss all things QB market. Where will Aaron Rodgers land? What will the Vikings do? Could things get messy for Kirk Cousins and the Falcons? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ben Solak to see who helped and who hurt their draft stock this past week in Indianapolis. Could Abdul Carter slide down draft boards as a result of his injury? Plus, Kevin details what safety he thinks could be tops in the class after a strong performance at the combine. Ben & Kevin also give their thoughts on what Deebo Samuel will bring to the Commanders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Tom Fornelli to reveal their favorite players in the NFL Draft not named Sanders, Ward, Carter, Hunter, etc. They also predict which player in this year's Draft will have the best NFL career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Dan Pizzuta to take a look at free agents who can change the ceiling of a franchise. Could the Chiefs be looking to upgrade their tackle position by bringing in Ronnie Stanley? Plus, why Dan thinks another defensive lineman from the NFC East may garner a bigger contract than Eagles DT Milton Williams in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Danny Kelly for a comprehensive preview of the NFL Combine. What should the Titans do with the #1 overall pick? Who will solidify themselves as the #3 quarterback in this class? Plus, why Kevin thinks teams might learn the wrong lesson from the Eagles Super Bowl win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark sits down with Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders & Boise State Running Back Ashton Jeanty at Super Bowl Radio Row to look forward to the upcoming NFL Draft. Shedeur talks about his friendship with Cam Ward, why he doesn't watch film of any Quarterback but himself and whether he'd hold a grudge if he wasn't drafted #1 overall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark recaps the Eagles 40-22 win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. He gives props to Howie Roseman and the rest of the Eagles, who shut us all up. Meanwhile, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid and the Chiefs played arguably the worst game they've ever played. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark spends a Friday on Radio Row at the Super Bowl with a slew of guests including, Saints legend Drew Brees, Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, Ravens Safety Kyle Hamilton, media legend Christopher 'Mad Dog' Russo, Commanders Running Backs Austin Ekeler & Brian Robinson & Tony Khan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark spends a Thursday on Radio Row with a slew of guests including Greg Olsen, Maxx Crosby, Bijan Robinson, Malik Nabers, Cam Jordan, David Montgomery, Champ Bailey, Puka Nacua, Will Anderson Jr. & Sabrina Ionescu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is on radio row for Super Bowl week! In Tuesday's episode he's joined by former Buccaneer Gerald McCoy, who believes that the Bucs have to trade for Myles Garrett to put them over the top. Former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff explains why Brett Veach & Howie Roseman are the two best General Managers in the NFL. Chiefs Chairman & CEO Clark Hunt joins to talk about the narratives surrounding the Chiefs and the referees and his team's quest for a 3rd straight Super Bowl. Then Kevin takes us to Monday's Media Night, where multiple Eagles players & coaches said that Lane Johnson is the biggest bada** they ever played with. He also talks to Chiefs GM Brett Veach about the biggest MISS of his very successful career. Finally, he gets an incredible Sean Taylor story from a former Miami teammate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Patrick Daugherty to rank the head coaching hires from this year's coaching cycle. What should we expect from Ben Johnson in Chicago? Will Liam Coen put his opening press conference moment behind him and find success with the Jaguars? Plus, what Pete Carroll will bring to the Raiders franchise. Be sure to check out "The Buddy Way" on ESPN+! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices