The Athletic Football Show: A show ab...
The Athletic’s flagship NFL podcast covers the league like only The Athletic can. Host Robert Mays and co-host Derrik Klassen dive into the biggest stories, break down the Xs and Os, tackle the ins and outs of roster building, follow the details of why we all love this sport, and have plenty of fun along the way, bringing the expertise necessary to cover the NFL at the highest level. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts.
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10 breakthrough players for 2021 with Nate Tice...
Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring 5 names to the table of players that could have breakout seasons in 2021, from a few different CBs to watch out for, potential defensive threats & more, they reveal their lists live on the show and dive into some of Robert's observations from Jets camp. Then The Athletic's Greg Auman stops through with Robert to dig into the Super Bowl champs' attempt at a back-to-back, Byron Leftwich brings us some insight on the offensive playcalling and Robert ends the show with a convo with Bucs head coach Bruce Arians.
82 min
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Players with most at stake in 2021, Carson Went...
90 min
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Xavien Howard’s trade request, Colts & Browns t...
70 min
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QB Tiers with Mike Sando - ranking the 2021 sta...
Mike Sando's annual 'QB Tiers' has been a staple of the NFL beat for years. Now Mike joins our own Robert Mays for full reaction to the piece as it drops. Which QBs deserved to be tier 1? Who has no shot? Where do Aaron Rodgers, Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson and more fall in 2021? Read the entire piece at theathletic.com/qbtiers for the full tier reveal and let us know what you think!
78 min
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Aaron Rodgers news, Deshaun Watson update, QB b...
Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones return as training camps arrive with a fresh dose of Aaron Rodgers news in Green Bay, the Deshaun Watson situation taking a turn in Houston, QB battles taking shape in New Orleans and Denver, plus Robert and Lindsay dive into their individual under-the-radar players they're watching, biggest storylines around the NFL and more on a NEW Athletic Football Show. Discount link - theathletic.com/footballshow
59 min
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Canton Court: Making a case for the Hall of Fame
64 min
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2021 Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet with Josh Nor...
Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy and Evan Silva of Establish the Run join Robert Mays for a special look-ahead to the fantasy football season. Which players should you take early? Where should you draft a QB? What value receivers will be available late? Get a head start in your league now and remember to stay locked-in to The Athletic all season for the best fantasy advice.
73 min
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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons GM Terry Fo...
39 min
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2021 versions of 2020 stars - who are this year...
Who are the 2021 versions of NFL standouts from 2020 like QB Josh Allen, coach Brandon Staley, the Cleveland Browns surprising season and more? Robert Mays and Nate Tice look ahead to 2021 through the lens of some potential replacements for 2020 storylines.
61 min
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Offseason Interview Series: Colts GM Chris Ballard
Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series by welcoming Colts GM Chris Ballard to the show. Chris details his time in Chicago, the move to trade for Carson Wentz, his biggest weakness as a general manager and much more.
31 min
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1st Annual Hall of Very Good Induction - which ...
When the subject of potential Pro Football Hall of Famers come up, the response is sometimes "Nope, he belongs in the Hall of Very Good." So what would such a Hall actually look like? Robert Mays and Nate Tice each bring their inaugural inductions into the Hall of Very Good. Which players deserve a spot? Let us know on social media!
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Offseason Interview Series: Chargers head coach...
42 min
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A historic NFL moment & playing Roster Doctor w...
Which NFL rosters have improved the most headed into 2021? Which teams worry us the most? And which ones fall into our "What the Hell?" category? Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones both bring team names to the table as Robert Mays leads the crew through their 2021 Roster Doctor segment assessing the best and worst rosters in the NFL.
64 min
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Where NFL defenses are going with Nate Tice & P...
Pro Football Focus' Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice for a wide look at NFL defenses. Which trends are taking the current league by storm, and which ones are the trends of the future? From defensive line to defensive backs, the guys discuss it all on a new Athletic Football Show.
63 min
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Offseason Interview Series: Jets head coach Rob...
26 min
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Offseason Interview Series: Browns GM Andrew Be...
The Offseason Interview Series continues as Robert welcomes Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry to discuss his philosophy on building a team, the draft, analytics and more. Plus Robert welcomes The Athletic's Packers beat reporter Matt Schneidman to update us on the Aaron Rodgers situation and where things could be headed with his future as a Green Bay Packer.
45 min
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Julio Jones trade & ranking the top NFL coaches...
How would we rank the top coaches in today's NFL? Who are the best up-and-coming names? Who are the best play callers? Robert Mays welcomes Nate Tice and Lindsay Jones for part 3 of their list series as they bring their 2021 coaching superlatives to the table, plus everyone reacts accordingly to the Julio Jones trade from the Atlanta Falcons to the Tennessee Titans.
74 min
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5 lessons from studying the NFL’s best offenses
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Offseason Interview Series: Defensive coaching ...
Wade Phillips, former coach for the Cowboys, Texans, Broncos, Rams, Chargers, Saints, Eagles, Oilers and more joins Robert Mays to talk all things defense. What was it like starting as a coach in the 80s and trying to adjust to today's offenses? How would he compare Aaron Donald to some of the legendary players he has coached like Reggie White? And did he ever hang out with Willie Nelson back in the day? These topics and much more as the Offseason Interview Series continues on The Athletic Football Show.
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Most Valuable Non-QB Draft with Nate Tice & Lin...
After their Most Valuable QB Draft went down without a hitch last week, Lindsay, Nate and Robert return to draft the best non-QBs in the NFL. Who will be at the top of the list? Which positions could be completely left out? And could we even see a rookie make an appearance?
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Offseason Interview Series: Falcons QB Matt Ryan
Robert Mays continues the Offseason Interview Series with special guest Matt Ryan - Falcons QB, Pro Bowler & face of the franchise for a decade plus. How does he feel about the Julio Jones stuff? Was he consulted before the Falcons selected Kyle Pitts at pick 4? How does he feel about the Super Bowl loss now? These topics and more exclusively on a new Athletic Football Show.
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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business St...
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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business St...
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Bonus Episode: The Athletic’s Small Business St...
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Offseason Interview Series: Lions GM Brad Holmes
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