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Dexter Lawrence's SHOCKING trade to Bengals + Could Cardinals draft Jeremiyah Love?! (ft. Charles Davis) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:36:24 +0000

Can Dexter Lawrence boost the Cincinnati Bengals’ struggling defense? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes dive into what the move means for both the Bengals and Giants in the 2026 NFL Draft. They also discuss other draft buzz, including the Cardinals’ rumored interest in taking RB Jeremiyah Love with the #3 pick. Later, Andrew sits down with NFL Network analyst Charles Davis to discuss where key players such as WR Jordyn Tyson could land in the first round. Closing things out, the crew analyzes Jacoby Brissett’s decision to sit out of the Cardinals’ offseason program before talking about their “One More Thing” to highlight.

(4:00) - Bengals trade for DT Dexter Lawrence

(13:40) - Could RB Jeremiah Love go top-three to the Cardinals?

(20:40) - Steelers still don’t have a decision from Aaron Rodgers

(30:00) - Charles Davis joins the show

(40:10) - Jacoby Brissett not attending Cardinals offseason program

(46:30) - Zay Flowers speaks on John Harbaugh

(54:10) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft FINAL preview & bold predictions with Dane Brugler + Carnell Tate joins | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:01:56 +0000

Nate Tice & The Athletic’s Dane Brugler give their final predictions & favorite player-team fits one week before the 2026 NFL Draft. The duo start by breaking down Dane’s latest mock draft and discussing favorite player-team fits, including the Dallas Cowboys trading up for LB Sonny Styles, EDGE Malachi Lawrence to the Buffalo Bills, CB Jermod McCoy to the Minnesota Vikings and more.

Next, Nate & Dane dive into their final draft predictions, including three of Dane’s favorite guys in entire draft class (including CB Chris Johnson and an interesting sleeper pick at tight end). Dane also gives his bold prediction for the draft: G Chase Bisontis sneaks into round one.

Later, Nate is joined by top NFL Draft prospect and former Ohio State superstar Carnell Tate to discuss what makes him so special at the catch point, his preparations for the draft and more.

(5:00) - Favorite player-team fits from Dane’s latest mock draft

(34:50) - “Our guys” in the 2026 draft class

(48:40) - Final bold prediction before the draft

(1:00:30) - Carnell Tate joins the show

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Ty Simpson to Cardinals?! Five draft rumors we're buying & selling (ft. Dane Brugler & Melvin Gordon) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:22:03 +0000

What draft rumors are you buying or selling ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down what they are hearing, including where QB Ty Simpson could land. Later, Andrew talks all things Draft with The Athletic’s Dane Brugler and shares his evaluations of Arvell Reese and other top prospects. Following that conversation, Andrew sits down with former Pro Bowl running back Melvin Gordon to talk about what the draft meant to him, along with where Jeremiyah Love might fall. Closing things out, the crew analyzes the Miami Dolphins’ intentions to keep RB De’Von Achane. Hear about that and so much more on today’s show!

(3:30) - Which draft rumors are we buying/selling?

(28:35) - Dane Brugler talks 2026 NFL Draft

(45:50) - Melvin Gordon joins the show!

(55:40) - Dolphins won’t trade RB De’Von Achane

(1:02:00) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft wide receiver rankings with Matt Harmon | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:43:09 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon break down their top wide receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. After giving their quick thoughts on the Philadelphia Eagles trading for WR Dontayvion Wicks and what it means for both A.J. Brown and their 2026 draft plans, the duo dive into the top wide receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. Matt breaks down his charting data and analytics on top prospect Carnell Tate and why he’s number one. Then, the duo deep dive on the other 5 top guys: Makai Lemon, Jordyn Tyson, KC Concepcion, Denzel Boston and Omar Cooper Jr.

Next, Matt & Nate use NFL IQ’s AI assistant to break down the top 4 most glaring team needs in the AFC, as they discuss potential draft targets for the New York Jets, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs.

Later, the guys dive into the rest of the 2026 wide receiver class to discuss potential late round gems like Malachi Fields, Elijah Sarratt, Chris Bell, Chris Brazzell II, Deion Burks, Antonio Williams and more.

(4:00) - Eagles trade for WR Dontayvion Wicks

(14:00) - Consensus top three WRs: Tate, Lemon, Tyson

(45:50) - More top-tier prospects: Boston, Concepcion, Cooper Jr.

(1:15:10) - NFL IQ Insights: most glaring AFC team needs

(1:27:55) - Deep diving the rest of the WR class

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Rueben Bain linked to fatal 2024 crash + Could Travis Hunter play CB full time? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:39:48 +0000

Could Rueben Bain’s involvement in a deadly car accident in 2024 lower his draft stock? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes break down the developing story as the NFL world reacts to the news. Later, the trio discuss the possibility of Travis Hunter playing more snaps on defense as well as A.J. Brown potentially getting reps with a new team! Closing things out, the crew say what you should get ready for in the 2026 Draft and so much more on today’s jam-packed episode!

(4:30) - Rueben Bain Jr. involved in fatal car crash

(15:10) - Brad Holmes says Lions could make a big move

(26:15) - Travis Hunter becoming a full-time corner?

(36:45) - Patriots GM leaves door open for A.J. Brown trade

(46:30) - Get ready for… Draft predictions

(57:25) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft offensive line rankings with Coach Mike Tice + top 6 Pro Day risers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 14:58:44 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by his dad, former NFL head coach, player & offensive line guru Mike Tice, to break down the top prospects at the position in the 2026 NFL Draft. The father-son duo kick things off with the long list of potential day 1 tackle prospects in this loaded OL draft class, including the pros and cons of players like Spencer Fano, Monroe Freeling, Kadyn Proctor, Max Iheanachor, Francis Mauigoa and more.

Next, Nate is joined by Matt Harmon to dive into the stats with NFL IQ’s new AI assistant to find the six draft prospects who elevated their draft stock the most with their Pro Day performances, including Kenyon Sadiq, Emmett Johnson and more.

Later, Nate and Mike Tice continue their offensive line deep dive with their top guards, plus a few tackle prospects that are further down the board but still worth adding to your roster. They cover intriguing players like Vega Ioane, Austin Barber, Caleb Tiernan, Keylan Rutledge and Emmanuel Pregnon.

(5:20) - Top-tier offensive tackle prospects

(1:02:10) - NFL IQ Insights: Top 6 pro day risers

(1:19:30) - Guard prospects & mid-tier tackle prospects

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Steelers still waiting on Aaron Rodgers + Lamar Jackson's fresh start in Baltimore (ft. Jeff Zrebiec)

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 17:44:30 +0000

Is there any advantage to Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers delaying a re-signed deal? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson break down the waiting game in Pittsburgh. Plus, which new head coaches are in the best and worst situations with their respective teams? The gang debates their predictions. Later in the show, Andrew sits down with The Athletic’s Ravens reporter Jeff Zrebiec to break down Lamar Jackson’s relationship with the new regime in Baltimore and the botched Maxx Crosby trade. Don’t miss this episode!

(5:00) - John Harbaugh speaks on Dexter Lawrence

(11:10) - Steelers still waiting on Aaron Rodgers

(24:10) - Jeff Zrebiec joins the show

(41:20) - Key draft questions for the Cowboys

(46:40) - New head coaches in the best & worst situations

(1:00:20) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Mock Draft special: perfect player-team fits + Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 19:31:57 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald bring you the 2026 NFL Mock Draft special, featuring their favorite surprise picks, ideal player-team fits and more. The guys start with their favorite picks from the top 10 of their latest mock draft, including LB Arvell Reese to the New York Jets, S Caleb Downs to the Kansas City Chiefs, OT Monroe Freeling going top three to the Arizona Cardinals and more.

Next, Nate & Charles dive into the most interesting player-team fits from the rest of the first round, including conversations on EDGE Keldric Faulk to the Dallas Cowboys, DT Peter Woods to the San Francisco 49ers, QB Ty Simpson to the Arizona Cardinals and more.

Later, Nate is joined by potential first overall pick and former Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza, who gives Nate an honest look into his draft prep, what about his college game will translate to the NFL (and what won’t), why he chose Indiana and much more.

(5:50) - Top 10 picks

(32:10) - Picks 11-20

(44:40) - Picks 21-32

(1:01:15) - Fernando Mendoza joins the show!

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Dexter Lawrence's shocking trade request + Lamar Jackson reports for offseason workouts | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 23:55:47 +0000

Will Dexter Lawrence actually end up getting moved after he requested a trade from the New York Giants? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes explore the three-time Pro Bowl DT’s trade market. The trio also breaks down the significance of Lamar Jackson reporting for offseason workouts under a new Baltimore Ravens coaching staff. Plus, what should we make of Jeremy Fowler and Tim McManus’ deep dive report on Jalen Hurts’ friction with the Philadelphia Eagles? We’re discussing it all and more on today’s episode!

(6:00) - Giants star Dexter Lawrence requests a trade

(18:00) - Lamar Jackson reports for offseason workouts

(26:00) - Inside the Eagles’ locker room problems

(44:15) - Raiders sign QB Kirk Cousins

(53:30) - Coaches that would make great broadcasters

(59:20) - One More Thing

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8 BOLD predictions for the 2026 NFL season: Cowboys & Vikings bounce back, a new MVP | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 18:25:56 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon reveal ten of their BOLDEST predictions to lock in the Take Vault for the 2026 NFL season. But first, the guys enter the ring of Philadelphia Eagles offense discourse as they give their thoughts on whether or not Jalen Hurts will adapt to new OC Sean Mannion’s scheme, plus their thoughts on the Las Vegas Raiders signing QB Kirk Cousins.

Next, Nate & Matt open up the Take Vault as they lock a few bold predictions for the season away in early April. Matt predicts Ty Simpson coming off the board early on draft night, a tough season for the Green Bay Packers, a potential big trade up for the Dallas Cowboys and a huge season for WR Ladd McConkey, while Nate forecasts a first-time MVP winner, a big bounce-back season for the Minnesota Vikings with new quarterback Kyler Murray, a successful 2026 for the Cowboys and C.J. Stroud solidifying himself among the top 10 NFL quarterbacks.

(4:20) - Can Jalen Hurts adapt to the new Eagles offense?

(19:55) - Raiders sign QB Kirk Cousins

(28:55) - The Take Vault: Ty Simpson, MVP, NFC North

(1:03:55) - The Take Vault: Cowboys, Ladd McConkey, C.J. Stroud

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2026 NFL Draft quarterback rankings with Derrik Klassen | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:17:45 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by QB expert Derrik Klassen to deep dive on the 2026 NFL Draft quarterback class. The two quarterback gurus start with the three prospects at the top of the class, as they break down the tape of Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza (and his potential fit with the Las Vegas Raiders), LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier and Alabama’s Ty Simpson to determine who’s worthy of a first-round pick.

Next, Nate and Derrik move down the board to some intriguing late day two or three signal callers like Miami’s Carson Beck, Drew Allar from Penn State and Combine star Taylen Green from Arkansas.

Finally, the guys wrap things up with a few late-round dart throws to keep an eye on, including Cole Payton, Luke Altmyer, Cade Klubnik, Jack Strand (representing D2) and more.

(2:15) - Fernando Mendoza deep dive

(19:10) - Ty Simpson vs. Garrett Nussmeier

(40:15) - Mid-tier QBs: Beck, Allar, Green

(1:03:45) - Late-round dart throws

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NFL hiring replacement refs + Could Deshaun Watson be Browns' QB1? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:53:47 +0000

Will the Cleveland Browns start Deshaun Watson at quarterback in 2026? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson discuss the possibility, after diving into the fallout from stalled NFL referee negotiations. The crew also react to the Los Angeles Rams vocalizing interest in Kirk Cousins and addressing Puka Nacua’s latest controversy. Finally, Andrew and Charles react to Matt LaFleur’s low player survey grades before giving their “One More Thing” to close out the show.

(4:40) - NFL referee drama escalates

(14:10) - Browns news: Myles Garrett & Deshaun Watson

(22:30) - Will George Pickens attend Cowboys offseason program?

(32:40) - Rams make headlines: Kirk Cousins reunion & Puka Nacua’s maturity

(41:05) - Kyle Shanahan comments on international games

(50:20) - More news out of NFL owners meetings

(1:02:40) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft rankings: linebackers, cornerbacks & safeties | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:46:38 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the 2026 NFL linebacker, cornerback and safety draft classes. The guys kick things off with the linebackers, headlined by star prospect Sonny Styles, plus interesting guys with some flaws like CJ Allen and Anthony Hill Jr.

Next up is the cornerback class, which features a clear top four in Mansoor Delane, Jermod McCoy, Avieon Terrell and Colton Hood. Nate & Charles give their favorite guys a little further down the board and break down what makes this corner class unique.

The two hosts wrap things up with the safety class, which, in addition to can’t-miss prospect Caleb Downs, has some really interesting pick-your-poison prospects towards the end of round 1 and early day 2 like Dillon Thieneman and Emmanuel McNeil-Warren.

(3:05) - 2026 linebacker class deep dive

(30:10) - 2026 cornerback class deep dive

(1:04:50) - 2026 safety class deep dive

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McCarthy teases Rodgers' return + NFL considers replays for replacement refs (ft. Dion Dawkins) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:05:32 +0000

When will Aaron Rodgers reach a decision on whether to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2026? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss the possibility after Mike McCarthy’s latest comments. Plus, the trio dives into the lates rule proposals in NFL officiating. Later, Andrew sits down with Bills OT Dion Dawkins to discuss the latest developments from Buffalo including how Joe Brady has taken command of the team as head coach. Closing out the show, the trio breaks down Ty Simpson’s draft stock, Maxx Crosby’s botched trade and so much more on today’s jam-packed episode!

(2:20) - NFL officiating changes looming
(22:10) - Aaron Rodgers to Steelers updates
(26:40) - Dion Dawkins talks new HC Joe Brady & officiating changes
(39:40) - Is Ty Simpson QB1?
(48:25) - How the Maxx Crosby trade fell apart
(54:45) - Joe Flacco on his desire to start again
(57:40) - One More Thing

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The 6 best (and worst) NFL offseason plans so far: Rams, Steelers, Patriots & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:19:43 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join forces to buy & sell NFL teams and their offseason plans so far. The guys start with their reactions to the Seattle Seahawks’ massive extension for Jaxon Smith-Njigba and what it means for the wide receiver market (and Puka Nacua's future bank account) before diving into the offseason plans they are officially "buying," including Matt’s belief in the Denver Broncos after their franchise-altering trade for Jaylen Waddle, and in the Washington Commanders for their savvy signings. Nate breaks down why the New England Patriots’ "middle class" roster construction is working, specifically looking at the improved wide receiver room featuring Romeo Doubs, and why the Los Angeles Rams’ focus on a few impact moves was the right call.

Matt is selling the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their sideways moves, while Nate is tired of the Pittsburgh Steelers running back the same mediocre plan year after year. The two hosts wrap up with their biggest remaining questions of the offseason: Matt wonders if the Baltimore Ravens are done adding on offense, while Nate names the Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars as teams that need to nail this year’s draft class.

(6:20) - Seahawks make JSN highest-paid WR in history

(15:30) - NFL offseason plans we’re buying: Broncos, Patriots

(34:50) - More NFL offseason plans we’re buying: Commanders, Rams

(50:10) - NFL offseason plans we’re selling: Buccaneers, Steelers

(1:06:00) - Biggest remaining offseason questions

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How JSN's record extension affects WR market + NFL players dominated in flag football game | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:42:56 +0000

What does Jaxon Smith-Njiba’s record-breaking contract mean for the rest of the receivers in the NFL? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes discuss the impact of JSN’s extension on the future WR market. Plus, teams USA flag football dominated NFL players at the Fanatics Flag Football Classic. What does that mean for the 2028 Olympic team? Also, why hasn’t A.J. Brown been traded yet by the Philadelphia Eagles? Hear about that and more on today’s jam-packed episode!

(3:35) - Seahawks sign JSN to record-setting extension
(15:35) - Chiefs extend TE Travis Kelce
(22:00) - NFLPA defends their Executive Director search
(31:50) - Team USA dominates Fanatics Flag Football Classic
(50:25) - What’s holding up the AJ Brown trade?
(58:30) - Browns propose rule change to draft pick trades
(1:05:05) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft rankings: defensive line & edge breakdown | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:18:25 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald break down the 2026 NFL Draft’s top defensive line prospects. The guys kick things off by deep diving on the 2026 edge class, featuring a bunch of intriguing players with plenty of untapped potential (like Arvell Reese and Rueben Bain Jr.), and a few guys with sky-high floors (like Akheem Mesidor and T.J. Parker). Nate also shouts out a few players to watch later in the draft.

Next up, the duo dive into the interior defensive line class, featuring Charles’ favorite Caleb Banks, the enigma that is Peter Woods and more.

(5:05) - 2026 NFL Draft edge preview: top tier prospects

(24:00) - Edge preview: second tier prospects

(1:07:05) - 2026 NFL Draft interior defensive line preview

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Maxx Crosby speaks out + How has free agency changed draft boards? (ft. Lance Zierlein) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:40:18 +0000

What do Maxx Crosby’s latest comments reveal about the botched trade between the Baltimore Ravens and the Las Vegas Raiders? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes discuss the fallout as well as the Miami Dolphins’ latest free agency moves. Later, Andrew sits down with NFL Network draft analyst Lance Zierlein to break down the impact of free agency on the 2026 draft. Closing things out, the trio debate potential NFL Cinderella teams. Hear about that and more on today’s episode!

(3:30) - Maxx Crosby speaks on failed Ravens trade
(17:30) - Are Dolphins realistic about their timeline?
(26:30) - Lance Zierlein breaks down the 2026 NFL Draft
(48:00) - 2028 Olympics’ potential impact on the NFL
(59:20) - 2026 Cinderella teams
(1:08:00) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft Rankings: running backs & tight ends with Connor Rogers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:17:15 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by NFL Draft expert Connor Rogers of the NFL Stock Exchange podcast to preview the 2026 NFL Draft’s running back and tight end classes. Nate kick things off solo with the biggest news from around the NFL, including his reactions to the Denver Broncos acquiring WR Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins in a blockbuster trade, the Minnesota Vikings signing QB Kyler Murray, the Kansas City Chiefs trading for QB Justin Fields and more.

Next, Nate & Connor dive into their position rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft, starting with the running back class. The guys go back and forth on their top prospects (Jeremiyah Love, Jonah Coleman, Jadarian Price & more), day 3 guys to watch, sleepers and more.

Next up is an intriguing tight end class. Nate & Connor go back and forth on Kenyon Sadiq, who else could be an early draft pick (Eli Raridon vs. Sam Roush), day 3 guys they love and more.

(1:00) - NFL news roundup: Waddle trade, Vikings sign Kyler, Chiefs get Fields

(19:30) - NFL Draft position previews: running backs

(54:05) - NFL Draft position previews: tight ends

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Justin Fields to the Chiefs?! + What does Kyler Murray's move mean for J.J. McCarthy in Minnesota? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:30:58 +0000

Will Justin Fields start a game for the Kansas City Chiefs in 2026? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein discuss that possibility along with the latest free agency moves across the league. Later, the duo sits down with former Jets passing-game coordinator Scott Turner to break down the biggest free agency storylines so far. Hear about it all in today’s jam-packed episode!

(2:40) - Chiefs trade for Justin Fields

(10:41) - Vikings sign Kyler Murray

(22:13) - Scott Turner joins!

(42:56) - Free agency roundup: Who’s still available?

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NFL Draft big board special! Planting the flag on favorite prospects + Maxx Crosby fiasco | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:41:38 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald break out the NFL Draft big boards and discuss their top prospects to watch. The duo start with a big NFL free agency news roundup, including the fallout from the Maxx Crosby trade fiasco, the San Francisco 49ers making moves, the Indianapolis Colts re-signing Daniel Jones, Kyler Murray visiting the Minnesota Vikings and more.

Next, the duo dive into their latest 2026 NFL Draft big boards and discuss players they’re higher on than consensus like Max Iheanachor and Garrett Nussmeier, prospects they’re lower on like Makai Lemon and a few prospects they’re ready to plant the flag on ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.

(2:10) - Maxx Crosby trade fallout

(17:30) - More NFL free agency news

(43:20) - Big board special: players we’re higher/lower on

(1:06:20) - Big board special: planting the flag on our favorite prospects

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Ravens back out of Maxx Crosby deal! + Where is Kyler Murray headed next? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:59:51 +0000

Could the Baltimore Ravens backing out of the Maxx Crosby trade have unintended long-lasting effects? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the aftermath of the broken deal from all angles. Plus, Kyler Murray and Kirk Cousins have officially been released. Where will they end up? The crew finishes out the show with their winners and losers of free agency so far. Does your team make either list? Find out on today’s show!

(2:25) - Ravens back out of Crosby trade, sign Trey Hendrickson

(27:20) - Is Kyler Murray destined for the Vikings?

(38:40) - More QB carousel news: Kirk Cousins, Daniel Jones

(47:00) - Winners & losers of free agency so far

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NFL Free Agency takeaways: favorite fits, blockbuster trades, what are the Jets doing? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:48:23 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald react to the biggest NFL signings so far as free agency chaos is in full effect. The trio start with their reactions to the blockbuster moves, including Malik Willis to the Miami Dolphins, Mike Evans to the San Francisco 49ers, Kenneth Walker III to the Kansas City Chiefs and Alec Pierce returning to the Indianapolis Colts with a shiny new contract.

Next, the guys get into their favorite moves of free agency so far, including the Las Vegas Raiders setting Fernando Mendoza up for success, the Carolina Panthers and Tennessee Titans spending big, the Detroit Lions shoring up their offensive line and much more.

The three hosts finish up with their least favorite moves (what are the New York Jets doing?) and their reactions to Maxx Crosby heading to the Baltimore Ravens.

(4:00) - Blockbuster signings: Willis, Walker III, Evans, Pierce

(15:40) - Favorite moves of free agency so far: Raiders, Titans, Panthers & more

(1:06:40) - Least favorite moves of free agency so far

(1:22:15) - More interesting free agency moves

(1:28:00) - Maxx Crosby trade thoughts

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NFL Free Agency Frenzy: Kenneth Walker to KC, Mike Evans to 49ers and more of Day 1's biggest news! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 23:21:32 +0000

Are the Kansas City Chiefs in a position to make another Super Bowl run after getting Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson break down that blockbuster signing along with a flurry of over free agency moves from across the NFL, including Malik Willis’ signing with the Miami Dolphins. Closing things out, the dynamic trio breaks down the rest of the free agent QB market. Hear about those breaking moves and more on today’s jam-packed episode!

(1:20) - Biggest FA signings so far: Tua, Malik Willis, Kenneth Walker

(18:25) - More free agency splashes: Jaelan Phillips, Mike Evans, Raiders splurge

(40:20) - Ravens trade for EDGE Maxx Crosby

(49:20) - What’s left of the QB market?

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Maxx Crosby TRADED to the Ravens EMERGENCY POD | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sat, 7 Mar 2026 05:56:21 +0000

Nate Tice burns the midnight oil to bring you his instant reactions and analysis to the Baltimore Ravens' blockbuster trade to acquire Las Vegas Raiders EDGE Maxx Crosby. Nate breaks down why the Ravens made the splash trade, how the trade compensation stacks up to other big trades for pass rushers, whether or not it makes sense for either team and more. Nate also breaks down the Chicago Bears trading for center Garrett Bradbury to replace Drew Dalman and other news ahead of NFL free agency.

(00:15) - Ravens trade for Maxx Crosby!

(8:20) - Bears trade for Garrett Bradbury

(13:00) - Other NFL news: Geno Smith, Taylor Decker

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NFL free agency defense breakdown: Trey Hendrickson, Khalil Mack; Rams' ALL-IN Trent McDuffie trade | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Mar 2026 15:55:46 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald break down the top available defensive players available in NFL free agency. The guys start by reacting to the Los Angeles Rams’ blockbuster trade for Kansas City Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie and some other breaking news from around the NFL (Drew Dalman retiring, Jonathan Greenard available and were the Indianapolis Colts right to give Daniel Jones the transition tag when Kyler Murray just got released by the Arizona Cardinals?).

Next, Nate & Charles dive into this year’s defensive free agent class, starting with a strong group of linebackers who could make an impact in the right scheme, a stout group of veterans on the interior defensive line, some intriguing edge rushers (including a few that could be acquired on the cheap), and an interesting (if not star-studded) group of secondary players. The duo also react to the news that the New England Patriots are releasing WR Stefon Diggs next week.

(4:00) - Rams trade for CB Trent McDuffie

(14:30) - More news roundup: Drew Dalman, Daniel Jones vs. Kyler Murray

(34:50) - Defensive free agent breakdown: linebackers

(47:45) - Defensive free agent breakdown: interior defensive line

(55:10) - Patriots release Stefon Diggs

(59:00) - Defensive free agent breakdown: edge rushers

(1:09:55) - Defensive free agent breakdown: cornerbacks

(1:14:30) - Defensive free agent breakdown: safeties

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Pats cut Stefon Diggs, Rams' huge Trent McDuffie trade & Should Fins keep Tua? (ft. Terron Armstead) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Mar 2026 00:43:54 +0000

Who will pick up Stefon Diggs after his release from New England? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes break down what’s next for Diggs and the Patriots’ WR room. They also discuss the Los Angeles Rams’ blockbuster trade with the Kansas City Chiefs for CB Trent McDuffie, in addition to other notable free agency moves across the league. Later, Andrew sits down with five-time Pro Bowler Terron Armstead to talk about the state of the Dolphins and other offseason NFL player moves. And finally, could Deshaun Watson play in Cleveland this season? The crew dives into it all on today’s episode!

(3:50) - Patriots will release WR Stefon Diggs

(10:30) - Rams trade for Chiefs CB Trent McDuffie

(22:10) - QB carousel check-in

(44:20) - Terron Armstead joins the show!

(1:03:30) - Deshaun Watson gaining ground in Cleveland?

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NFL free agency offense preview: Daniel Jones, Aaron Rodgers, under-the-radar potential stars | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Mar 2026 19:38:54 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon break down the 2026 offensive NFL free agency class position by position. After discussing the latest news from around the NFL (including the Houston Texans making two interesting trades, some rumors surrounding a Maxx Crosby trade and more), Nate & Matt dive in to this year’s offensive free agency class and break down the top available players at every position, plus a few under-the-radar players who could make a big impact despite a smaller contract. Key discussions include whether the Indianapolis Colts would be right to pay Daniel Jones, whether Marcus Mariota and Jimmy Garropolo are valid spot starters, the best landing spot for Kenneth Walker III, top wide receivers and tight ends available and much more.

(5:00) - News roundup: Texans trades, Maxx Crosby

(22:10) - Free agency preview: quarterbacks

(45:10) - Free agency preview: running backs

(1:01:40) - Free agency preview: wide receivers

(1:15:40) - Free agency preview: tight ends

(1:24:50) - Free agency preview: offensive line

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Is 2026 NFL Draft class better than we thought? + Where does QB carousel stop?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Mar 2026 00:56:11 +0000

Who boosted their stock during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down the aftermath of the week in Indianapolis and its value to the prospects. Later on in the show, the boys discuss the Colts’ looming franchise tag decision and its potential effect on the QB carousel. Could we see a repeat of the Giants-Saquon decision with Alec Pierce in the future? They close things out by breaking down the latest big trades and rumors. Will David Montgomery boost the Texans run game in 2026? And what’s the best potential landing spot for Maxx Crosby? We’re talking about it all on today’s show!

(3:00) - Combine takeaways

(25:40) - QB carousel keeps spinning

(49:45) - News roundup: Texans add Montgomery & trade Howard

(56:50) - Could we see a Maxx Crosby trade this week?

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Mock Draft Monday: 9 Dream Landing Spots for Top 2026 NFL Draft Prospects | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000

In a special crossover episode of Yahoo Fantasy Forecast and Football 301, Matt Harmon, Justin Boone and Nate Tice kick off the very first Mock Draft Monday of draft season with a deep dive into their favorite team fits for the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. The trio breaks down 9 ideal prospect landing spots, analyzing which NFL teams offer the best schematic fits, which rosters have the biggest needs heading into the draft, and how these potential pairings could affect 2026 fantasy drafts.

(2:35) - Favorite fits: Fernando Mendoza to Raiders, Jeremiyah Love to Vikings, Makai Lemon to Saints
(24:00) - Second favorite fits: Oscar Delp to Chiefs, Carnell Tate to Chiefs, Omar Cooper Jr to Bills
(43:00) - Third favorite fits: Jonah Coleman to Broncos, Denzel Boston to 49ers, Kenyon Sadiq to Broncos

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Fernando Mendoza meets with Raiders + Sonny Styles & David Bailey SHINE at NFL Combine | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:38:12 +0000

Will the Raiders take Heisman-winning QB Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson break down that possibility along with other QBs that could be highly sought after in the 2026 NFL Draft. Sonny Styles impressed at the Combine last night, and the trio discuss a few players who could’ve elevated their draft stock so far this week. Closing things out, the crew covers the Dallas Cowboys franchise tagging WR George Pickens & the unseen impact the exploding salary cap has on the NFL.

(3:15) - Assessing Fernando Mendoza’s draft stock

(11:40) - Breaking down potential QB moves

(24:30) - Players who improved draft stock at Combine

(39:20) - Cowboys franchise tag George Pickens & impact of salary cap

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9 BIG offseason moves we want to see: A.J. Brown trade, top free agency & NFL draft targets | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:34:03 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces LIVE in Indianapolis to reveal 9 big moves they’re rooting for this NFL offseason. The duo kick things off with thoughts on the Tennessee Titans trading for former New York Jets EDGE Jermaine Johnson. In other news, the Indianapolis Colts and Anthony Richardson are seeking a trade partner, and Matt thinks the Kansas City Chiefs could be an interesting fit for the reclamation project. The duo also discuss the New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars and how they should approach upgrading their offense.

Next, Nate & Matt hit on one wide receiver the New England Patriots NEED to draft, one the Las Vegas Raiders need to sign and two who we could see traded this offseason.

Later, Nate diagnoses what the Chiefs offense needs to get back on track, plus a few of his favorite defensive free agents, while Matt has one skill player the Washington Commanders need to go after in the 2026 NFL Draft.

(1:45) - Titans trade for EDGE Jermaine Johnson

(6:30) - Moves we want to see: Anthony Richardson, Jaguars & Saints offensive upgrades

(22:50) - Moves we want to see: Patriots and Raiders offensive targets, A.J. Brown & DJ Moore trades

(38:40) - Moves we want to see: Chiefs offensive upgrades, Commanders draft target, Nate’s favorite defensive FAs

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2026 NFL Draft class breakdown feat. Ran Carthon + offseason trade rumors! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:33:45 +0000

Andrew Siciliano is joined by Jori Epstein & Charles Robinson to break down the latest news coming out of the 2026 NFL Combine. But first, former Tennessee Titans GM Ran Carthon sits down with Andrew to break down this year’s draft class and its strengths and weaknesses.

Next, Jori & Charles join the show to break down a few rumors floating around Indianapolis about players that could be on the move this offseason. Charles discusses the distinct possibility of an AJ Brown trade and hints at teams making inquiries about whether Joe Burrow could be available, while Jori breaks down whether or not Aaron Rodgers will be a Pittsburgh Steeler in 2026.

Later, the trio give their reactions and takeaways from a few big storylines floating around the Combine, including Cleveland Browns HC Todd Monken making it clear it’ll be an open competition at quarterback for Shedeur Sanders, the Baltimore Ravens potentially letting Tyler Linderbaum walk in free agency and how teams are supporting player mental health in light of Rondale Moore’s passing.

(1:50) - Ran Carthon breaks down the 2026 NFL Draft class

(24:20) - Potential blockbuster trades we could see this offseason

(42:20) - Combine news roundup

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Top 10 NFL Combine storylines & prospects to watch | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:59:32 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces from Indianapolis as they preview what to watch at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. The duo kick things off with some of the buzziest news items from around Indy, including the Atlanta Falcons franchise tagging Kyle Pitts, some uncertainty from the Philadelphia Eagles around AJ Brown’s future with the team and the New York Jets planning to use a tag on RB Breece Hall.

Next, Nate & Matt dive into their top prospects to watch this week at the NFL Combine. Matt shouts out LB Sonny Styles topping an insane linebacker class and WR KC Concepcion, while Nate talks about the entire Ohio State defense and Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love.

Later, the two hosts cover a few of the most underrated prospects to watch this week, including WR Omar Cooper, TE Kenyon Sadiq, RB Jonah Coleman and more, plus a few spare news items from Indianapolis (could a Trent Williams release be looming?)

(2:10) - Top Combine storylines and news

(24:00) - Top prospects to watch

(40:20) - Underrated prospects to watch

(55:00) - Odds and ends from Indianapolis

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Answering the NFL offseason's biggest questions: Giants draft plans, Patriots free agency targets & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:47:14 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to answer the NFL offseason’s biggest looming questions submitted by the audience. The duo start off by diving into the New York Giants’ potential NFL Draft plans with the 5th overall pick, how the Chicago Bears can fix their defensive line and whether or not Brian Daboll is a good fit with QB Cam Ward as the new Tennessee Titans OC.

Next, Nate & Charles discuss whether or not the Los Angeles Chargers can fix their offensive line in one offseason, if the Jacksonville Jaguars defense can take a leap next season, who the Denver Broncos should be targeting in free agency (Tyler Allgeier?) and what our expectations for the 2026 Washington Commanders should look like.

Later, the two hosts wrap up with thoughts on the New England Patriots’ upcoming offseason decisions, why Sean McVay changed to a duo run game style with the Los Angeles Rams, whether Sean McDermott was really the problem with the Buffalo Bills and more.

(2:40) - Biggest offseason questions: Giants draft plans, Bears DL, Daboll & Cam Ward

(24:30) - Biggest offseason questions: Chargers OL, Jaguars defense, Broncos, Commanders

(44:15) - Biggest offseason questions: Patriots, Rams, Bills & more

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2026 NFL Draft prospects you NEED to know with Nate Tice & Matt Miller | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:01:24 +0000

Andrew Siciliano deep dives on the 2026 NFL Draft with Nate Tice & ESPN’s Matt Miller. Andrew kicks things off with Nate Tice as they parse through Nate & Charles McDonald’s latest mock draft and cover a few of the more interesting selections, including EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. going second overall to the New York Jets, RB Jeremiyah Love in the top ten, EDGE David Bailey to the Washington Commanders and more. Next, Andrew & Nate set their sites on Indianapolis for the NFL Combine as Nate gives his top prospects he’s most excited to watch test next week.

Later, Andrew is joined by ESPN’s Matt Miller to get his thoughts on the draft (including Ty Simpson, Caleb Downs and more) before talking through his latest NFL mock draft.

(6:55) - Nate Tice breaks down latest NFL mock draft

(21:55) - Nate’s top prospects to watch at the NFL Combine

(44:00) - Matt Miller talks latest NFL mock draft

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Quarterback matchmaker: 8 QB landing spots for needy teams (Dolphins, Jets, Vikings & more) | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:33:44 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive on the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL to determine who will be starting for them Week 1. The duo start with their reactions to the latest coordinator hires around the NFL, including the Seattle Seahawks finding their Klint Kubiak replacement in new OC Brian Fleury.

Next, Nate & Matt play quarterback matchmaker for the 8 most QB-needy teams in the NFL. The two hosts start with deep dives on the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins (would Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill be interesting names in the free agent market?), Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns.

Later, Nate & Matt find quarterback matches for the Indianapolis Colts (franchise tag Daniel Jones?), Minnesota Vikings (will JJ McCarthy get another shot?), Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons.

(4:50) - Latest coordinator hire reactions

(16:40) - QB matchmaker: Jets

(29:20) - QB matchmaker: Dolphins

(40:10) - QB matchmaker: Steelers

(46:20) - QB matchmaker: Browns

(57:30) - QB matchmaker: Colts

(1:05:40) - QB matchmaker: Vikings

(1:17:40) - QB matchmaker: Cardinals

(1:22:50) - QB matchmaker: Falcons

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Dolphins cut Tyreek Hill, NFL free agency decisions begin | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:18:55 +0000

Tyreek Hill is back on the job market as one of four stars released today by the Miami Dolphins. Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes discuss Miami’s shift to rebuild mode, who is the best suitor for Hill and what Tua Tagovailoa’s future looks like. Then, the guys dive into some of the off-season’s biggest free agency decisions. The franchise tag is not something players enjoy seeing, but does it seem to be in the future for Daniel Jones and George Pickens? Plus, what will happen with Breece Hall and Kenneth Walker III? Later, the crew breaks down Frank’s way-too-early power rankings. Hear about that and more on today’s episode!

(4:20) - Dolphins release 4 key veterans including Tyreek Hill
(19:20) - Who will get the franchise tag this offseason?
(42:15) - Frank’s Way-Too-Early NFL Power Rankings
(55:55) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft STOCK WATCH: 6 prospects to buy low on | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:06:09 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the 2026 NFL Draft with 6 prospects who are flying up draft boards so far. Nate highlights OT Max Iheanachor, OT Monroe Freeling and CB D’Angelo Pool, while Charles breaks down EDGE Rueben Bain Jr, DL Caleb Banks and QB Garrett Nussmeier. Nate also touches on a fascinating wide receiver class that stands to make big moves in Indianapolis at the Combine.

Later, Nate & Charles break down a few players with shakier draft stock, including OT Kadyn Proctor, QB Ty Simpson, EDGE Akheem Mesidor and DL Peter Woods.

(6:50) - Stock Up: Rueben Bain Jr.
(15:00) - Stock Up: Max Iheanachor
(19:45) - Stock Up: Garrett Nussmeier
(24:20) - Stock Up: Monroe Freeling
(30:00) - Stock Up: Caleb Banks
(37:10) - Stock Up: D’Angelo Pool
(43:20) - Shaky Stock players

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Biggest offseason storylines: Is Malik Willis the hottest QB on the market? (ft. Matt Hasselbeck) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 02:40:44 +0000

Could Malik Willis be the hottest QB on the open market? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano talks about the QB carousel with Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab, as well as the biggest offseason storylines we have our eyes on so far. Later, Andrew sits down with former Seahawks QB Matt Hasselbeck to discuss Seattle’s Super Bowl win. Finally, the crew closes the show out with their “One More Thing”.

(5:10) - Quarterback carousel

(27:30) - More offseason storylines: Kelce, Crosby & more

(43:45) - Matt Hasselbeck joins the show

(55:55) - One More Thing

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How Seattle Won The Super Bowl + What’s Next For Darnold & Drake Maye (ft. Robert Turbin) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Feb 2026 23:56:30 +0000

Can Seattle make another run at a Super Bowl? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano talks about that possibility with former Seahawks RB and Super Bowl champion Robert Turbin on today’s episode. Later, Ben Fawkes joins the show to break down the big game from the New England Patriots’ side of the ball before closing the show out with their “One More Thing”.

(1:30) - Robert Turbin on the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX victory

(22:45) - Super Bowl LX reactions: What’s next for Patriots?

(51:30) - Falcons’ James Pearce Jr. arrested

(58:20) - One More Thing

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Super Bowl LX INSTANT reactions: Seahawks DOMINATE Patriots, Darnold hoists the Lombardi! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Feb 2026 04:55:52 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald are LIVE reacting to Super LX. The Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots 29-13, and the trio join forces to recap the game, discuss what went wrong for Drake Maye and Josh McDaniels, where the Patriots go from here, where the Seahawks defense ranks all-time, Sam Darnold’s incredible comeback journey and much more.

(2:45) - Seahawks defense dominated the day

(14:45) - Sam Darnold & Kenneth Walker III’s big days

(40:30) - More thoughts from Super Bowl Week

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Super Bowl LX MEGA-Preview: Seahawks & Patriots DEEP DIVES & bold predictions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 6 Feb 2026 00:09:36 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald are LIVE from San Francisco to give their final thoughts and predictions for Super LX as they find the strengths and weaknesses of the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

The trio kick things off with the latest non-Super Bowl news from around the NFL, including Jay Glazer hinting at a potential Maxx Crosby departure on Yahoo Sports Daily and Philadelphia Eagles offensive line guru Jeff Stoutland departing, leaving Philly with major shoes to fill.

Next, the three hosts dive into the Super LX matchup, previewing each side of the ball’s top matchups to watch, key injuries, predictions for the game and more.

Later, Prime Vision’s Sam Schwartzstein joins the group to give his analytical insights on the game before Nate, Matt, Charles and Sam give their final Hail Mary bold predictions for the game.

The show wraps up with conversations with Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels & Bijan Robinson.

(2:00) - Latest NFL news: Maxx Crosby out? Jeff Stoutland leaves Eagles
(14:10) - Patriots offense vs. Seahawks defense
(27:40) - Seahawks offense vs. Patriots defense
(40:10) - Sam Schwartzstein breaks down Super Bowl LX
(46:40) - Hail Mary bold predictions
(56:00) - Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels & Bijan Robinson interviews.

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Super Bowl LX preview + Could Matthew Stafford win MVP & retire? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Feb 2026 21:53:43 +0000

Will injuries hurt either the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots in Sunday’s Super Bowl LX matchup? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down the latest intel from both sides and give their game predictions. Plus, the guys explore the possibility that Matthew Stafford wins MVP and retires. What would that mean for the Los Angeles Rams? Hear about that and more on today’s huge preview episode!

(1:20) - Injury updates ahead of Super Bowl LX

(12:15) - Rams and 49ers to play in Australia in 2026

(18:09) - Eagles part ways with OL coach Jeff Stoutland

(22:30) - Could Matthew Stafford retire?

(32:23) - Tom Brady have issues getting into the HOF?

(38:37) - Super Bowl Preview & Predictions

(50:20) - One More Thing

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Will Josh McDaniels ever be a head coach again? + Is this the worst QB carousel the NFL has ever seen? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 4 Feb 2026 21:46:54 +0000

Could Josh McDaniels be an NFL head coach again? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes look at that possibility as well as other coaching news across the league. Plus, the guys at Cooper Kupp’s full-circle moment getting back to the Super Bowl as a Seattle Seahawk after being cut by the Los Angeles Rams. Hear about that and more on today’s episode!

(1:30) - Could Josh McDaniels get another HC job?
(13:10) - Jets hire Frank Reich as OC
(21:45) - Cardinals hire OC Nathaniel Hackett
(26:40) - QB carousel will be chaos
(38:40) - Cooper Kupp & Mack Hollins deep dives
(51:00) - One More Thing

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Worst to first: 5 non-playoff NFL teams that could take the leap next season | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Feb 2026 23:42:28 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald are LIVE from San Francisco for Super Bowl LX as they break down which teams could pull a Seahawks or Patriots next season and make a deep playoff run after missing the postseason this year.

The trio start with their reactions to the latest coaching hires, as the Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders got their head coaches, while the New York Giants hired OC Matt Nagy.

Next, the three hosts dive into their teams that could take a big leap after missing the playoffs this season. Matt shouts out the New Orleans Saints, Charles dives in on the Cincinnati Bengals and Tennessee Titans and Nate shouts out the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys.

(3:40) - Coaching hires: Kubiak, LaFleur, Nagy
(21:40) - Teams that could take the leap: Saints, Bengals, Ravens
(41:40) - Teams that could take the leap: Titans & Cowboys

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What we learned from Rodger Goodell's press conference + Scott Hanson joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Feb 2026 23:13:29 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein react to the biggest headlines from Rodger Goodell's Super Bowl press conference. Plus, it's a RedZone reunion as Scott Hanson joins the show!

(3:19) - Breaking down Roger Goodell’s Super Bowl remarks

(18:03) - Robert Kraft misses out on HOF

(24:30) - Breaking down new OC-QB pairings

(28:20) - Scott Hanson joins the show!

(44:02) - Justin Fields declines Pro Bowl invite

(49:48) - Sam Darnold’s redemption arc

(53:03) - One More Thing

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How serious is Drake Maye's injury + Did Sam Darnold's success contribute to Vikings GM firing? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Feb 2026 21:34:12 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab react to reports of Drake Maye missing practice ahead of the New England Patriots' matchup against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX. Plus, did Sam Darnold making the Super Bowl contribute at all to the Minnesota Vikings firing GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah? We'll discuss on today's show!

(00:45) - Greetings from San Francisco

(6:35) - Drake Maye’s shoulder injury

(12:00) - Vikings fire GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah

(22:00) - Is San Francisco a good SB city?

(26:15) - Raiders hire HC Klint Kubiak, Cardinals hire HC Mike LaFleur

(36:30) - Favorite and least favorite coaching hires

(38:55) - Rams extend GM Les Snead & HC Sean McVay

(48:10) - 49ers hire DC Raheem Morris

(51:20) - One More Thing

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Will Joe Brady change things in Buffalo? + Is the HOF voting process broken? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:13:33 +0000

Will the Bills actually be able to make a Super Bowl after promoting Joe Brady from offensive coordinator to head coach? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes talk about Buffalo’s next chapter before diving into Robert Saleh and Jesse Minter’s introductory press conferences. They also break down the Philadelphia Eagles’ hiring Sean Mannion for their OC job and Bill Polian’s defense of his Hall of Fame vote. Plus, Jori Epstein joins Andrew from the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama!

(3:38) - Joe Brady introduced as Bills’ head coach

(15:18) - Ravens introduce Jesse Minter as head coach

(20:28) - Robert Saleh welcomed as Titans’ next head coach

(25:00) - Jori Epstein joins the show

(45:14) - Eagles hire Sean Mannion as OC

(51:10) - Bill Polian sounds off on Pro HOF vote

(59:54) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Mock Draft! Top player-team fits + coaching news with Andrew Siciliano | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 22:19:47 +0000

Nate Tice covers the latest coaching news with Andrew Siciliano before diving in to his latest 2026 NFL mock draft. Andrew Siciliano kicks off the show with Nate to give his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns hiring HC Todd Monken, the Los Angeles Chargers hiring OC Mike McDaniel and a slew of other NFL coaching cycle news (plus a quick Winter Olympics preview).

Next, Nate reveals his latest first-round mock draft and dives deep into his favorite player-team fits, prospects to watch and more. Nate breaks down why he mocked Fernando Mendoza to the Las Vegas Raiders, RB Jeremiyah Love to the Kansas City Chiefs, Denzel Boston to the Los Angeles Rams and more.

(3:00) - Browns hire HC Todd Monken

(18:30) - Chargers hire OC Mike McDaniel

(31:20) - Other coaching cycle news

(47:50) - 2026 NFL Mock Draft picks 1-10

(56:50) - 2026 NFL Mock Draft picks 11-20

(1:05:30) - 2026 NFL Mock Draft picks 21-32

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Browns hire Todd Monken + State of the NFC South & 2026 Draft lookahead (ft. J.J. Jansen & Austin Mock) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 01:33:53 +0000

How will Todd Monken boost the Cleveland Browns in the offseason as their new head coach? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano is joined by Carolina Panthers long snapper J.J. Jansen, and The Athletic’s Austink Monk join the show to talk all things coaching cycle, Hall of Fame eligibility, Super Bowl and more! Check out today’s episode to get caught up the latest news and notes from around the league.

(6:30) - HOF talk: Belichick & Luke Kuechly

(17:50) - Browns hire HC Todd Monken

(22:50) - JJ Jansen on Panthers’ 2026 outlook

(30:40) - Early Super Bowl thoughts

(48:00) - Austin Mock’s 2026 NFL Draft big board

(54:50) - Latest coaching cycle news

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Belichick misses out on Hall of Fame + Bills promote Joe Brady & McCarthy wants Rodgers back as Steelers QB | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:34:41 +0000

Why did Bill Belichick not get enough votes to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame on his first ballot? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson analyze the voting process before they discuss the Buffalo Bills’ promotion of OC Joe Brady to head coach. The duo also looks at the Denver Bronco’s firing of OC Joe Lombardi in addition to the Titans new hire of Brian Daboll as their OC. Closing things out, the guys take a look at Kevin Stefanski’s response to Baker Mayfield’s social media post before finishing off with their “One More Thing”.

(4:15) - Bill Belichick falls short of first-ballot HOF vote

(22:45) - Bills promote Joe Brady to HC

(30:50) - Broncos fire OC Joe Lombardi

(34:40) - Mike McCarthy wants Rodgers back

(42:18) - Titans reportedly hire Brian Daboll as OC

(49:05) - Kevin Stefanski takes high road with Baker’s comments

(53:45) - One More Thing

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4 biggest questions of the NFL offseason, Bills hire HC Joe Brady, Broncos & Rams postmortems | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:56:52 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon dive deep on the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams before revealing their biggest questions of the NFL offseason. The duo start with the news that the Buffalo Bills hired OC Joe Brady to be their next head coach, as they determine whether Brady is the right guy to get Buffalo over the hump. They also touch on the Tennessee Titans hiring OC Brian Daboll. Can Daboll resist using Cam Ward as a battering ram?

Next, Nate & Matt deep dive on the latest duo of playoff losers, the Broncos & Rams, as they determine what went wrong for them in the playoffs and what they need to do to get back to the same spot (or further) next season.

Later, the duo reveal their biggest questions of the NFL offseason. Are teams going to lean into heavier personnel groupings next season? How do the quarterback seats get filled? Will the trend of a juggernaut-less NFL continue in 2026? How will an intriguing 2026 free agency class play out? Nate & Matt take a stab at answering the league’s biggest conundrums.

(3:50) - Bills hire HC Joe Brady
(22:10) - Titans hire OC Brian Daboll
(32:50) - Playoff postmortems: Rams
(49:15) - Playoff postmortems: Broncos
(59:40) - Biggest offseason questions

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Patriots & Seahawks headed to Super Bowl + Steelers hire Mike McCarthy?! | Inwide Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:42:03 +0000

What did we learn about the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots after their wins in the NFC & AFC Championships? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes break down the thrilling championship game action from all angles. Plus, will Mike McCarthy succeed in Pittsburgh as their next head coach? Hear about that and more on today’s jam-packed episode.

(3:40) - Seahawks beat Rams in NFC Championship

(26:30) - Patriots beat Broncos in AFC Championship

(46:25) - Early Super Bowl LX thoughts

(50:40) - Steelers hire HC Mike McCarthy

(1:03:00) - One More Thing

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NFL Conference Championship INSTANT reactions: Patriots & Seahawks are Super Bowl-bound! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:03:54 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon give their instant reactions and takeaways from the AFC & NFC Championship games. The duo start by reacting to a wild barn-burner in Seattle as Sam Darnold overcomes his demons to defeat the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 and take the Seattle Seahawks to Super Bowl LX. Next, the AFC Championship got cold FAST as the New England Patriots managed to weather the storm and defeat the Jarrett Stidham-led Denver Broncos on the road 10-7.

Nate & Matt give their early thoughts on the Seahawks-Patriots Super Bowl matchup (which has some very interesting history) and how they see the next few weeks of narratives playing out. The two hosts wrap things up with their thoughts on the Pittsburgh Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy as their next head coach as they try to find a way to spin the hire as an upgrade over what Pittsburgh already had in Mike Tomlin.

(2:30) - Seahawks beat Rams in NFC Championship

(21:45) - Patriots beat Broncos in AFC Championship

(48:40) - Early Super Bowl LX thoughts

(53:15) - Steelers hire HC Mike McCarthy

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Ravens hire Jesse Minter as head coach + AFC & NFC Championship preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 01:41:08 +0000

How will the Baltimore Ravens fare with new head coach Jesse Minter? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down that blockbuster signing before previewing conference championship weekend with battles between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos and the Los Angeles Rams visiting the Seattle Seahawks. The crew closes things out with a peak behind the curtain into the intricacies of NFL MVP voting before discussing their "One More Thing".

(4:10) - Ravens hire Jesse Minter

(9:45) - Patriots @ Broncos preview

(26:40) - Rams @ Seahawks preview

(48:08) - NFL MVP finalists announced

(1:03:50) - One More Thing

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NFL Championship Games MEGA-preview: Seahawks-Rams Hoss Fight of the Year, can Stidham survive the Patriots? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:49:48 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald deep dive on the AFC & NFC Championship Games as they decide who has the upper hand in the battles that determine who advances to the Super Bowl. The duo kick things off with the Denver Broncos taking on the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game. Nate & Charles break down both sides of the ball and discuss whether the stout Denver defense can keep Jarrett Stidham and the offense in the game against MVP candidate Drake Maye.

The NFC Championship Game features a Hoss Fight of the Year in the Los Angeles Rams heading north to take on the Seattle Seahawks. Can Matthew Stafford and the Rams run game get rolling against Mike Macdonald's masterful defense? Can Sam Darnold overcome his turnover-heavy play against LA this season to advance to his first Super Bowl?

Finally, the two hosts wrap things up with their Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend featuring Kenneth Walker III and an interesting prediction for the NFC Championship Game.

(2:45) - Broncos @ Patriots deep dive

(27:55) - Rams @ Seahawks deep dive

(1:01:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions

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Did Terry Pegula make the Bills job less attractive? + Arik Armstead talks Jags' future! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:24:34 +0000

What is going on in Buffalo? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein break down the state of the Bills as owner Terry Pegula and GM Brandon Beane address the firing of head coach Sean McDermott. The duo also look at Baker Mayfield's online spat with Kevin Stefanski as well as Mike McDaniel taking the OC job with the Los Angeles Chargers. Plus, Andrew sits down with Jacksonville Jaguars DT Arik Armstead!

(3:32) - Reacting to the Terry Pegula and Brandon Beane press conference

(25:40) - Baker Mayfield takes shots at Kevin Stefanski

(42:21) - Chargers hire Mike McDaniel as OC

(47:13) - Arik Armstead interview

(1:08:50) - One More Thing

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Who's in charge in New York? John Harbaugh and Joe Schoen downplay Giants' power structure | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 01:20:16 +0000

Who's really in charge of the New York Giants? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down John Harbaugh's introduction as the G-men's new head coach. Plus, are the Buffalo Bills showing enough respect to Sean McDermott? The crew breaks those stories down, along with the latest head coaching hires and Indiana winning the CFP title. Don't miss today's packed episode!

(1:25) - John Harbaugh introduced as Giants head coach

(14:03) - Did Sean McDermott deserve more love from the Bills?

(26:54) - Titans hire Robert Saleh as next head coach

(40:30) - Dolphins hire Jeff Hafley as head coach

(46:00) - Fernando Mendoza and Indiana win CFP title

(54:43) - One More Thing

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4 KEY offseason moves for Bills, Bears, 49ers, Texans + Saleh to Titans & latest coaching hire reactions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:02:09 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon react to the latest NFL coaching hire news before determining what went wrong for playoff losers and what each team can do to get further next season. The duo start with their thoughts on the latest coaching hires, including the Miami Dolphins hiring Jeff Hafley, the Tennessee Titans getting Robert Saleh, the Detroit Lions hiring OC Drew Petzing and the Kansas City Chiefs hiring OC Eric Bieniemy.
Next, Nate & Matt deep dive on the four Divisional Round losers, determining what direction each team needs to take to retool and get even closer to a Super Bowl next season. The duo cover the post-Sean McDermott Buffalo Bills and their need to nail the next coaching hire, the Chicago Bears and how they can fix their defense, the Houston Texans and next steps to fix C.J. Stroud and the San Francisco 49ers, who are entering a sketchier offseason than you may realize.

(5:00) - Titans hire Robert Saleh
(14:10) - Dolphins hire Jeff Hafley
(20:30) - Key OC hires: Petzing to Lions & Bieniemy to Chiefs
(41:00) - Bills deep dive
(1:00:45) - Bears deep dive
(1:06:45) - Texans deep dive
(1:20:15) - 49ers deep dive

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Sean McDermott fired after devastating Bills' loss: NFL Divisional Round reaction | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:10:08 +0000

What is next for the Buffalo Bills after firing head coach Sean McDermott after nine seasons? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab assess the state of the Bills and Josh Allen after their heartbreaking loss in Denver before breaking down the other exciting games from the weekend. Can the Los Angeles Rams get it done in Seattle after surviving a thriller against the Chicago Bears? What will the Dolphins do now that they found their next head coach in Jeff Hafley? Find out in today's jam-packed episode!

(7:50) - Bo Nix breaks ankle in win vs. Bills

(11:00) - Bills fire HC Sean McDermott

(26:00) - Patriots beat Texans

(39:10) - Rams beat Bears

(47:00) - Seahawks beat 49ers

(52:30) - Head coaching news roundup

(1:00:00) - One More Thing

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NFL Divisional Round INSTANT Reactions: Rams' CRAZY OT win, Seahawks DOMINATE, do we trust Jarrett Stidham? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 05:56:03 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to give their instant takeaways from the NFL Divisional Round. The trio deep dive on all four playoff games from the weekend, starting with the Los Angeles Rams squeaking by a resilient Chicago Bears team in overtime. Next, the three hosts deep dive on the New England Patriots taking care of business against a sloppy Houston Texans team in a game that featured the most turnovers (8) in a playoff game since 2015.

Nate, Matt and Charles move on to Saturday's games, where the Seattle Seahawks dominated the San Francisco 49ers featuring a defense/run game combo that looks impossible to beat, and the Buffalo Bills got beat by a Denver Broncos team that has to head to New England with Jarrett Stidham as their starting quarterback.

The trio wrap up with their reactions to the Atlanta Falcons hiring new head coach Kevin Stefanski.

(2:30) - Rams beat Bears

(19:15) - Patriots beat Texans

(41:00) - Seahawks beat 49ers

(55:25) - Broncos beat Bills

(1:20:10) - Falcons hire Kevin Stefanski

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Giants to hire John Harbaugh + Divisional Round Preview (ft. Kyle Van Noy) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 01:14:49 +0000

Who will come out on top of the Divisional Round of the playoffs this weekend? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab are joined by special guest LB Kyle Van Noy to preview the AFC's matchups. But first, they dive into John Harbaugh reportedly signing a 5-year $100M deal to become head coach of the New York Giants. Kyle delivers his unique insight from their shared time together with the Baltimore Ravens. Later in the show, Andrew and Frank are joined by betting analyst Ben Fawkes to turn the page towards the NFC's marquee matchups, before closing things out with their "One More Thing."

(4:00) - KVN on John Harbaugh, Ravens coaching search and more

(21:36) - Bills @ Broncos

(31:15) - Texans @ Patriots

(37:38) - 49ers @ Seahawks

(50:40) - Rams @ Bears

(59:18) - One More Thing

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NFL Divisional Round MEGA-preview: Can Bills beat up Broncos? Seahawks-49ers rubber match, Caleb vs. Stafford | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 22:17:12 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview all four NFL divisional round games. After reacting to the New York Giants hiring John Harbaugh to be their next head coach, the duo deep dive divisional-style on the four big games coming up this weekend.

Nate & Charles start with an AFC hoss fight featuring the electric Buffalo Bills offense vs. the stout Denver Broncos defense. On Saturday night we'll see the San Francisco 49ers try to improve on their last performance against the 1-seed Seattle Seahawks, and the two hosts determine whether the 9ers have the juice.

The Sunday games feature Drake Maye and the New England Patriots taking on the stingy Houston Texans defense and the Los Angeles Rams trying to outscore the red-hot Chicago Bears. Nate & Charles wrap up the show with their Hail Mary bold predictions for this weekend.

(2:20) - Giants hire HC John Harbaugh

(10:00) - Bills @ Broncos

(36:00) - 49ers @ Seahawks

(57:10) - Texans @ Patriots

(1:23:20) - Rams @ Bears

(1:43:45) - Hail Mary predictions

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Playing NFL Head Coach Matchmaker + Quentin Lake & Maurice Jones-Drew talk Rams-Bears, Mike Tomlin & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:14:31 +0000

Who will get a seat in the NFL's game of head coach musical chairs this offseason? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein predict what coaches will land at all nine openings and why they should go there. Plus, Andrew sits down with Los Angeles Rams safety Quentin Lake to discuss the firing of Mike Tomlin as well as the upcoming playoff matchup at Chicago. Andrew also talks to Jacksonville Jaguars legend Maurice Jones-Drew to get his opinions on the head coach hiring cycle.

(5:15) - Dante Moore returns to Oregon

(10:20) - Head coach matchmaker

(29:50) - Maurice Jones Drew joins the show

(53:50) - Rams DB Quentin Lake joins the show

(1:09:50) - One More Thing

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Mike Tomlin steps down after 19 seasons: Is the Steelers job desirable + Will Aaron Rodgers retire? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:50:15 +0000

Who will be the fourth-ever Pittsburgh Steelers head coach? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down the impact of Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Steelers, along with the fate of Aaron Rodgers. Could the 42-year-old QB retire? The crew also discusses the Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Chargers firing their offensive coordinators. Plus, should eliminated Wild Card teams panic ahead of the offseason?

(0:00) - Mike Tomlin steps down

(23:57) - Is this it for Aaron Rodgers?

(38:05) - OCs Kevin Patullo & Greg Roman fired

(47:43) - Should these eliminated playoff teams be panicking?

(1:03:30) - One More Thing

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Mike Tomlin OUT in Pittsburgh: biggest selling point & best fits for all 9 head coach openings | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:41:32 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive on the nine NFL teams with head coach openings to determine the best fit for each job. For each team, Nate & Matt discuss the franchise's biggest selling point and their favorite pick to be next head coach. The duo start with the Baltimore Ravens, where they determine the best fit for Lamar Jackson. Next, the two react to the breaking news that the Los Angeles Chargers fired OC Greg Roman before moving on to the Las Vegas Raiders (who have a more enticing roster and organization than you might think.)

Later, Nate & Matt cover the Cleveland Browns and the Atlanta Falcons. During some preliminary thoughts on Mike Tomlin, the news breaks that Mike Tomlin officially steps down as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, and the two hosts discuss what Tomlin's future could hold.

The duo wrap things up with thoughts on the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants and Tennessee Titans.

(4:10) - Ravens

(18:20) - Chargers fire OC Greg Roman

(25:00) - Raiders

(34:25) - Browns

(42:20) - Falcons

(54:15) - Mike Tomlin steps down as Steelers head coach mid-Tomlin conversation

(1:04:30) - Dolphins

(1:12:20) - Cardinals

(1:20:35) - Giants

(1:32:10) - Titans

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Texans-Steelers INSTANT reactions: is Aaron Rodgers done? Early Divisional Round thoughts | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:11:16 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to recap the Houston Texans dominating the Pittsburgh Steelers in the final game of NFL Wild Card Weekend. The duo discuss the Texans offense coming to life, how the defense shut down Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh offense, their chances against the New England Patriots next weekend and what the future of the Steelers could look like.

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Wild Card recap: Where do Eagles go from here? Ben Johnson calls out Packers & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:28:44 +0000

What will the Philadelphia Eagles do this offseason after losing in the Wild Card round to the San Francisco 49ers? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the incredible games from the weekend, including a wild ending in Chicago as well as a thriller in Duval. The crew also looks back at Justin Herbert's struggles in New England and what it could mean going forward for the Los Angeles Chargers before closing things out with their "One More Thing."

(3:50) - 49ers beat Eagles

(24:35) - Bears beat Packers

(36:55) - Bills beat Jaguars

(45:50) - Patriots beat Chargers

(54:35) - Rams beat Panthers

(59:45) - One More Thing

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NFL Wild Card INSTANT reactions: Bills are AFC favorites? Bears should be FEARED, where Eagles go from here | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:36:04 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon give their instant reactions and takeaways from a very fun NFL Wild Card Weekend. The two hosts start with the New England Patriots taking care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night by blowing up Justin Herbert and the LA offense. Next up, the duo cover the San Francisco 49ers pulling off the upset against the Philadelphia Eagles (where does Philly go from here?) and the Buffalo Bills getting a huge win despite a valiant effort by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Later, Nate & Matt recap the two Saturday games, as the Chicago Bears won a crazy one over the Green Bay Packers (should they make a coaching change?) and the Los Angeles Rams narrowly escaped what would've been a devastating loss to the Carolina Panthers.

(3:25) - Patriots beat Chargers

(20:50) - 49ers beat Eagles

(41:15) - Bills beat Jaguars

(58:50) - Bears beat Packers

(1:20:50) - Rams beat Panthers

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Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel; Could we see John Harbaugh in Miami? + NFL Wild Card Preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 9 Jan 2026 01:36:52 +0000

Who will be the next head coach of the Miami Dolphins? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down where Mike McDaniel will go next and question the coincidental timing of the firing before previewing the NFL Wild Card weekend slate of games that includes a juicy rematch between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears. The trio also analyzes the Buffalo Bills' tough road test as they face the Jacksonville Jaguars and the rest of the game slate before closing things out with their "One More Thing."

(1:35) - Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel

(11:13) - Bucs clean house

(18:25) - Rams @ Panthers

(28:55 ) - Packers @ Bears

(39:27) - Bills @ Jaguars

(47:23) - 49ers @ Eagles

(56:40) - Chargers @ Patriots

(1:04:25) - Texans @ Steelers

(1:12:10) - One More Thing

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NFL Wild Card Weekend MEGA-preview: Bears-Packers rubber match, Bills-Jags hoss fight, HUGE upset potential | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Jan 2026 22:29:35 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview ALL six NFL Wild Card games. After reacting to the Miami Dolphins firing Head Coach Mike McDaniel and where he could potentially land as one of the better playcallers in the NFL, the duo dive into Wild Card Weekend. Nate & Charles start off by discussing whether the Carolina Panthers have a chance to keep it close against the Los Angeles Rams, if the Chicago Bears can get the upper hand on the Green Bay Packers in their rubber match and if the Buffalo Bills really deserve to be road favorites against the red-hot Jacksonville Jaguars.

Later, Nate & Charles discuss the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles battling to see who can get the good vibes going again, the Los Angeles Chargers trying to overcome their injuries against the New England Patriots (and MVP Drake Maye) and the Pittsburgh Steelers walking into a buzzsaw Houston Texans defense on Monday night. The two hosts wrap things up with their Hail Mary bold predictions, including some pessimism surrounding Bryce Young and Aaron Rodgers.

(2:45) - Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel

(13:30) - Rams @ Panthers

(23:20) - Packers @ Bears

(40:35) - Bills @ Jaguars

(1:00:05) - 49ers @ Eagles

(1:16:30) - Chargers @ Patriots

(1:41:20) - Texans @ Steelers

(1:49:50) - Hail Mary predictions

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Could Tomlin follow Harbaugh's footsteps? + How should Raiders approach 2026 rebuild? (ft. Jahan Dotson) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Jan 2026 00:34:44 +0000

Can the Philadelphia Eagles find a way back to the Super Bowl? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano sits down with wide receiver Jahan Dotson to talk about the Eagles' chances in the playoffs. But first, Jori Epstein joins Andrew to discuss the aftermath of John Harbaugh's firing and what it may mean for Mike Tomlin's future in Pittsburgh. Later in the show, the duo breaks down how the Raiders can rebuild with the No. 1 pick and Jerry Jones' handling of the defensive coordinator opening in Dallas.

(4:00) - Fallout of John Harbaugh firing: Lamar Jackson & Mike Tomlin

(24:00) - Jahan Dotson joins the show!

(32:45) - Raiders starting their rebuild

(44:50 ) - Jerry Jones mentions Venezuela in press conference

(55:05) - Can Titans GM keep bias out of coaching search?

(1:05:00) - One More Thing

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Ravens fire John Harbaugh after 18 Seasons: What's next for Lamar Jackson & Baltimore? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 7 Jan 2026 01:31:19 +0000

Where do the Baltimore Ravens go from here after firing head coach of 18 years John Harbaugh? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss the Ravens' future along with other coaching vacancies across the league at the coordinator level. Closing things out, the crew looks at how coaching situations could affect certain QBs before discussing their "One More Thing."

(0:30) - Ravens fire John Harbaugh

(25:18) - Cowboys fire DC Matt Eberflus

(34:05) - Commanders part ways with OC Kliff Kingsbury & DC Joe Whitt Jr.

(43:05) - Lions part ways with OC John Morton

(46:49) - Could Tua Tagovailoa play elsewhere in 2026?

(50:50) - How will head coaching openings affect QBs?

(1:02:30) - One More Thing

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2025 All-Football 301 Team: most underrated players at every position + Black Monday reactions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 6 Jan 2026 21:06:15 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon reveal their 2025 All-Football 301 Team: the most underrated players at every position this NFL season (no Pro Bowlers allowed). Nate & Matt start off the show with thoughts on the various coaching changes that took place around the NFL on Black Monday, including reactions to Kliff Kingsbury departing the Washington Commanders, which opening is the most intriguing, where Kevin Stefanski will land and more.

Next, Nate & Matt reveal the offense for the All-Football 301 Team as they discuss under-appreciated stars this season like WR Parker Washington, QB Mac Jones, TE Brenton Strange and the most under-appreciated guys along the offensive line.

On the defensive side of the ball, the two hosts break down what makes players like Chase Young, Jordyn Brooks, Jalen Pitre and more so underrated for their respective defenses. While only about a dozen players make the final team, the two hosts cover a ton of players that don't get enough respect around the NFL.

(3:10) - Black Monday reactions

(19:30) - All-Football 301 Team: skill players

(47:25) - All-Football 301 Team: offensive line

(1:00:05) - All-Football 301 Team: defensive line

(1:13:40) - All-Football 301 Team: defensive back seven

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NFL Black Monday Reaction + Kirk Cousins talks Falcons coaching search, future and more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 23:25:20 +0000

Where will Kevin Stefanski go after being fired by the Cleveland Browns? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab discuss the Browns' future as well as a flurry of head coaches getting fired on "Black Monday" in the NFL. Later in the show, the crew breaks down Zac Taylor and Joe Schoen getting another season to figure things out with their teams. Closing things out, the guys look back at the pivotal results from Week 18 before discussing their "One More Thing."

(4:30) - Browns fire HC Kevin Stefanski

(16:25) - Raiders fire HC Pete Carroll

(25:00) - Kirk Cousins on his future in Atlanta

(37:50) - Cardinals fire HC Jonathan Gannon

(46:18) - HC Zac Taylor and GM Joe Schoen get another shot

(53:10) - Week 18 recap

(58:45) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 18 INSTANT reactions: playoff bracket reactions, Seahawks shut down 49ers, Myles Garrett breaks record | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 05:25:59 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 18 of NFL action. The two hosts start with their takeaways from the Pittsburgh Steelers' dramatic win over the Baltimore Ravens to win the AFC North on Sunday night.

Later, the duo dive into their biggest takeaways from Week 18, starting with Myles Garrett finally breaking the NFL sack record. Nate & Charles also give their thoughts on the Seattle Seahawks shutting down the San Francisco 49ers to take the NFC 1-seed on Saturday and the Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars extending their monster winning streaks and threatening to do some real damage representing the AFC South in the playoffs.

On the low side of Week 18, the NFC South was decided in the dumbest way possible, and the duo discuss the future of every team in the division as the Carolina Panthers stumble backwards into the playoffs. Also, the Miami Dolphins and New York Jets appeared to wave the white flag in the final week of season. After Charles reacts live to Atlanta Falcons firing Raheem Morris, Nate & Charles close out the show with their early thoughts on the final playoff picture and the first round of playoff matchups.

(00:55) - Steelers beat Ravens to win AFC North

(17:30) - Myles Garrett breaks sack record

(25:35) - Seahawks shut down 49ers

(36:50) - AFC South looking dangerous entering playoffs

(50:50) - NFC South decided in the dumbest way possible

(1:06:20) - Dolphins & Jets wave the white flag

(1:11:25) - 2026 playoff picture thoughts

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NFL Week 18 preview: Lamar vs. Rodgers, Hoss Fight of the Year, ultimate NFC South showdown | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Jan 2026 21:26:05 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the three biggest games of NFL Week 18. Nate & Charles get Lost in the Sauce on the three games with major playoff implications, starting with whether Baker Mayfield & the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can overcome their recent struggles to win the NFC South and beat the Carolina Panthers (with some help from the New Orleans Saints). Next, the duo cover the Seattle Seahawks & San Francisco 49ers battling it out for the 1-seed and the NFC West title. Can the Seahawks defense slow down a red-hot Brock Purdy? Nate & Charles close it out with the Sunday night battle for the AFC North with the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens and which veteran quarterback can carry their team to the playoffs.

(4:40) - Panthers @ Buccaneers

(29:30) - Seahawks @ 49ers

(57:50) - Ravens @ Steelers

(1:16:30) - Hail Mary bold predictions

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Week 18 Preview: Seahawks & 49ers battle for NFC’s Top Seed + Ravens-Steelers win-or-go-home finale! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 23:38:11 +0000

How will the NFL playoffs shakeout after three key Week 18 battles? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes break down the most consequential matchups in the NFC South, NFC West and AFC North. The trio closes things out with their favorite under-the-radar games to watch out for in Week 18 before discussing their "One More Thing."

(5:10) - Packers sign Trevon Diggs

(9:10) - Panthers @ Buccaneers

(20:15) - Seahawks @ 49ers

(28:30) - Ravens @ Steelers

(45:00) - 3 more interesting Week 18 games

(56:40) - One More Thing

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Is Matthew Stafford's MVP campaign over after loss to Falcons? + Cowboys cut Trevon Diggs | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:36:59 +0000

Will Matthew Stafford remain the MVP favorite after a disappointing showing on MNF? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the Los Angeles Rams' loss to the Atlanta Falcons that saw Stafford throw 3 picks. Plus, is it really that surprising that Trevon Diggs was released by the Dallas Cowboys? The crew closes things out with one last look at Frank's playoff projections before discussing their "One More Thing."

(6:34) - Falcons upset Rams on MNF

(23:11) - Cowboys release Trevon Diggs

(32:53) - Should playoff teams sit starters in Week 18?

(47:52) - Frank's Playoff Projections

(56:45) - NFL coaching hot seats

(1:05:54) - One More Thing

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NFL playoff teams: contender or pretender? with Trevor Sikkema + our favorite NFL Draft prospects so far | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:01:40 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by PFF's Trevor Sikkema to buy or sell playoff teams as true Super Bowl contenders before breaking down a few of their favorite prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. Nate & Trevor start with the AFC, as they explain why they're both buying the Denver Broncos, New England Patriots and Jacksonville Jaguars. The duo disagree on the Houston Texans before touching on the Los Angeles Chargers & Buffalo Bills.

Next, the two hosts dive into the NFC playoff bracket: they both buy the Seattle Seahawks (with some caveats), Philadelphia Eagles and Los Angeles Rams. The duo sell the Chicago Bears, both NFC South teams (Tampa Bay Buccaneers & Carolina Panthers) and the Green Bay Packers. Nate & Trevor work out their disagreements on the San Francisco 49ers.

The duo round out the show with a few thoughts on some of their favorite prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, including who to keep an eye on in the College Football Playoff.

(4:35) - Broncos

(15:35) - Patriots

(24:20) - Jaguars

(35:10) - Texans

(41:10) - Chargers & Bills

(43:35) - Seahawks

(49:20) - Bears

(58:20) - NFC South

(1:00:20) - 49ers

(1:06:40) - Rams

(1:09:40) - Packers & Eagles

(1:14:20) - Our favorite NFL Draft prospects

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49ers & Seahawks set for 1-seed battle + Did the Steelers lose focus vs. Myles Garrett? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:03:10 +0000

How far can Brock Purdy take the banged-up San Francisco 49ers? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap that thrilling SNF shootout and dive into key winner-take-all battles in the AFC North and NFC South. Will the Pittsburgh Steelers or Baltimore Ravens come out on top of the division? Is it fair that the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers or hot-and-cold Carolina Panthers will host a playoff game? Closing things out, the crew looks at the most disappointing teams that missed the playoffs before discussing their "One More Thing."

(6:20) - 49ers win shootout over Bears

(19:40) - Browns upset Steelers

(40:40) - Bucs & Panthers fight to win abysmal NFC South

(49:34) - Which playoffs miss is most disappointing?

(1:02:25) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 17 instant reactions: division battle CHAOS, Steelers played scared, will Giants draft a QB? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:34:37 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 17 of NFL action. After providing takeaways from the San Francisco 49ers' shootout win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday night, the duo provide their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from a wild week around the NFL. The highs include the Philadelphia Eagles holding off the Buffalo Bills late, the Las Vegas Raiders getting the inside track on the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft over the New York Giants and the Houston Texans winning their eighth straight on Saturday over the Los Angeles Chargers.

For the lows, Nate & Charles hit on the Green Bay Packers showing they can't be trusted in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers acting like they're not interested in winning the NFC South and the Pittsburgh Steelers proving unable to clinch the division against the Cleveland Browns.

For Extra Credit, the duo discuss Drake Maye's huge 5-TD performance and Trey McBride setting records for the Arizona Cardinals.

(1:00) - 49ers beat Bears

(20:00) - Eagles beat Bills

(33:15) - Raiders win (lose) tank bowl

(45:20) - Texans win eighth straight

(55:30) - Packers can't be trusted

(1:07:05) - Does anyone want to win the NFC South?

(1:21:35) - Steelers lose to Browns

(1:33:05) - Extra Credit: Drake Maye & Trey McBride

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NFL Christmas games INSTANT takeaways: Lions are tamed as playoff race takes shape | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:46:25 +0000

Nate Tice reacts to the Christmas Day NFL slate and looks ahead to the NFL playoff race. Nate gives his instant takeaways from the Dallas Cowboys win over the Washington Commanders, a wild Minnesota Vikings upset win to knock the Detroit Lions out of playoff contention and the Denver Broncos taking care of the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night in their quest for the top seed in the AFC.

(1:20) - Cowboys beat Commanders

(6:00) - Vikings beat Lions

(12:15) - Broncos beat Chiefs

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Week 17 Preview: Bears vs. 49ers headline race for NFC’s No. 1 seed | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 22:27:19 +0000

Merry Christmas Eve from the Inside Coverage podcast crew! Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Ben Fawkes break down the key Week 17 NFL matchups this week, including a pivotal NFC matchup between Caleb Williams & the Chicago Bears against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Plus, can the Seattle Seahawks hold onto their lead when they take on the Carolina Panthers? The crew breaks down these matchups and more before discussing their "One More Thing."

(6:20) - Eagles @ Bills

(13:05) - Bears @ 49ers

(23:45) - Texans @ Chargers

(31:25) - Jaguars @ Colts

(42:05) - Seahawks @ Panthers

(52:05) - Giants @ Raiders

(1:01:35) - One More Thing

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Is Kyle Shanahan the Coach of the Year? + MNF Reaction & Playoff Projections | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:59:04 +0000

Could Kyle Shanahan walk away as the coach of the year after this season? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab discuss the Coach of the Year race and break down the San Francisco 49ers defeating the Indianapolis Colts on MNF. Closing things out, the crew breaks down Frank's latest playoff projections before talking about their "One More Thing".

(3:43) - 49ers beat Colts on MNF

(17:13) - Mike Tomlin coaches 19th straight non-losing season

(30:55) - Who is the Coach of the Year?

(45:04) - Frank's playoff projections

(56:41) - One More Thing

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Fixing EVERY eliminated NFL team with Sheil Kapadia: Cowboys, Chiefs, Browns, Vikings & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:56:55 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the Ringer's Sheil Kapadia to reveal their Christmas wish lists for eliminated NFL teams. With 14 teams already eliminated, the duo pick nine of the most interesting teams at the bottom of the NFL pecking order and provide the next big move they need to make as they climb back towards relevance. Sheil highlights the Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings. Nate provides offseason fixes for the Kansas City Chiefs, Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets. Nate & Sheil wrap up with a lightning round of biggest needs for a few the rest of the eliminated teams, including the Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Washington Commanders and more.

(4:45) - Browns

(12:40) - Chiefs

(22:20) - Cowboys

(31:35) - Titans

(38:55) - Giants

(50:05) - Dolphins

(57:45) - Vikings

(1:06:40) - Raiders

(1:09:45) - Jets

(1:15:20) - Lightning round!

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Week 16 recap: DK Metcalf suspended 2 games after fan altercation + Ravens on the brink of elimination | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 01:56:30 +0000

Will the Pittsburgh Steelers be able to make the playoffs without DK Metcalf available for the last two games of the regular season? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab discuss the latest results and news from a wild Week 16. Could this be the end of John Harbaugh with the Baltimore Ravens? Plus, the guys break down Thursday night's game between the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams that was decided in part by a controversial call that sent the game to OT. And how is the MVP race shaking out with just two weeks to go? Hear about it all on today's episode of Inside Coverage!

(3:50) - DK Metcalf suspended for confronting a fan

(19:15) - Could Ravens move on from John Harbaugh?

(28:20) - “Small market” Jaguars beat Broncos

(42:20) - Seahawks beat Rams in dramatic fashion

(52:30) - Chiefs plan move to Kansas

(1:00:20) - Who is the MVP frontrunner?

(1:06:15) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 16 INSTANT reactions: Jaguars new top dog in AFC? Do Bucs need a QB? McCarthy-Dart slop fest | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:26:36 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 16 of NFL action. First, the duo give their takeaways from the New England Patriots' win over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night, including whether it's time to shut down Lamar Jackson.

Next, the two hosts dive into their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from the Week 16 Sunday slate. Nate & Charles start by highlighting the Jacksonville Jaguars knocking off the 1-seed Denver Broncos, the Chicago Bears getting their revenge over the Green Bay Packers and the Los Angeles Chargers offense looking dangerous against the Dallas Cowboys heading into the playoffs.

The lows of Week 16 include the Detroit Lions being unable to save their season against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers continuing their freefall in a loss to the Carolina Panthers (sparking questions about whether Baker Mayfield is really the future) and the Minnesota Vikings-New York Giants slop fest featuring some rough young QB play. Nate & Charles wrap things up with some thoughts on the post-Tua Tagovailoa Miami Dolphins and the other rookie starters struggling today.

(00:50) - Patriots beat Ravens

(18:40) - Jaguars beat Broncos

(32:30) - Bears beat Packers

(44:10) - Chargers beat Cowboys

(49:20) - Lions lose to Steelers

(1:00:40) - Buccaneers lose to Panthers

(1:10:40) - Vikings-Giants slop fest

(1:23:35) - Extra Credit: post-Tua Dolphins thoughts & other rookie starters

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Packers vs. Bears headline Week 16 playoff push + Dianna Russini talks NFL Christmas games! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 02:08:16 +0000

Can Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers stake their claim over the NFC North this weekend? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson break down that matchup along with other key battles across the league, including the Jacksonville Jaguars taking on the formidable Denver Broncos defense. Later in the show, Andrew sits down with The Athletic's NFL insider Dianna Russini to discuss the latest news in the league and what to expect ahead of Christmas Day games. Who could clinch a playoff spot and who could be eliminated? Find out on our Week 16 preview show!

(5:08) - Packers @ Bears

(13:58) - Jaguars @ Broncos

(20:21) - Buccaneers @ Panthers

(28:14) - Patriots @ Ravens

(37:43) - Steelers @ Lions

(44:21) - Dianna Russini joins the show!

(1:07:03) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 16 preview: Can Bears take the North? Do you trust the Ravens? + STOP underrating modern QBs | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 22:24:23 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the biggest games of NFL Week 16. The two hosts start by getting Lost in the Sauce on their three favorite games of the weekend, previewing both sides of the ball for Jacksonville Jaguars @ Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers @ Chicago Bears and New England Patriots @ Baltimore Ravens.
Next, Nate & Charles reveal their key matchups to watch in Cheat Sheet as they preview a huge divisional battle with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers taking on the Carolina Panthers, plus the Pittsburgh Steelers @ Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon.
The duo wrap things up with the Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend, as Charles discusses a sneaky hoss fight between Josh Allen and Myles Garrett while Nate predicts a turnover-heavy day between Bo Nix and Trevor Lawrence. Plus, Nate gets a grievance off his chest that you need to hear about people severely underrating the newest generation of quarterbacks.

(2:15) - Jaguars @ Broncos
(28:40) - Packers @ Bears
(53:45) - Patriots @ Ravens
(1:16:15) - Buccaneers @ Panthers
(1:26:15) - Steelers @ Lions
(1:30:00) - Hail Mary predictions
(1:36:05) - Stop underrating modern quarterbacks

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Dolphins bench Tua Tagovailoa + Puka Nacua calls refs "the worst" (ft. Amon-Ra St. Brown) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:34:02 +0000

Will Tua Tagovailoa ever start again for the Miami Dolphins? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes discuss the benching of the QB, with rookie Quinn Ewers set to take over for the rest of the season. They move on to debate whether the Atlanta Falcons will start the 2026 season with Kirk Cousins as signal caller, before discussing the latest cryptic comments from Joe Burrow and Zac Taylor. Andrew also sits down with Amon-Ra St. Brown to discuss the 2025 NFL season, as well as his Christmas priorities ahead of the holiday. Closing things out, the crew breaks down the enormous matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks before discussing their "One More Thing".

(4:48) - Dolphins bench Tua Tagovailoa

(16:14) - Could Kirk Cousins start next season for the Falcons?

(23:58) - Amon-Ra St. Brown joins the show!

(32:56) - What changes do the Bengals have to make this offseason?

(47:28) - Puka Nacua trashes NFL referees

(1:01:41) - One More Thing

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Steelers dominate Dolphins + Micah Parsons' injury impact (ft. Richard Sherman & Kam Chancellor) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:54:10 +0000

Should we believe in the Pittsburgh Steelers after their MNF win? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss Steelers' playoff chances and Tua Tagovailoa's future with the Miami Dolphins. Also, did the New England Patriots need to lose to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday to strengthen their playoff run? Plus, Andrew sits down with Legion of Boom members Richard Sherman and Kam Chancellor to discuss the 2025 NFL season along with their thoughts on the state of the Seattle Seahawks. Closing things out, the crew breaks down Frank's latest playoff projections before talking about their "One More Thing".

(7:12) - Steelers MNF win over Dolphins

(18:30) - Did the Patriots need to lose to the Bills?

(24:14) - Richard Sherman & Kam Chancellor join the show!

(37:13) - How will the Packers move on without Micah Parsons?

(43:32) - Playoff Projections

(56:06) - One More Thing

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Is the Chiefs' dynasty on pause or over?! + Are the Broncos the scariest team in the AFC? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:15:10 +0000

How will the Kansas City Chiefs approach the offseason after missing the playoffs and losing Patrick Mahomes to an ACL injury? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab examine the future of KC's dynasty as well as the impact of Micah Parsons' season-ending ACL injury. Later on, the guys analyze the Denver Broncos' impressive 11-game win streak and their position on top of the AFC. The guys also look at Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals' situation to see if they can create positive momentum for next season. They close things out with a fun discussion about Philip Rivers performance in a heartbreaking loss vs. the Seattle Seahawks.

(6:16) - Where do the Chiefs go from here?

(18:44) - Micah Parsons out for the season

(25:33) - Are the Broncos the scariest team in the AFC?

(34:15) - Can the Bengals and Joe Burrow find a way forward?

(49:01) - Philip Rivers to start Week 16

(55:56) - One More Thing

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Top NFL Draft prospects to watch in the College Football Playoff with Dane Brugler | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:41:38 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the Athletic's Dane Brugler to break down all the 2026 NFL Draft prospects to keep an eye on throughout the upcoming College Football Playoff. The duo start by diving into the top prospects to watch in each of the playoff games coming up this weekend: 12 James Madison @ 5 Oregon, 9 Oklahoma @ 8 Alabama, 11 Tulane & 6 Ole Miss and 10 Miami @ 7 Texas A&M. Nate & Dane empty their notebook on big-name players to keep an eye on like Dante Moore, Rueben Bain, Cassius Howell, Fernando Mendoza, Peter Woods and many more.

Nate & Dane wrap up the show with the teams on bye this week: 1 Indiana, 2 Ohio State, 3 Georgia & 4 Texas Tech. They discuss whether QB Fernando Mendoza projects as the future first overall pick,

(7:10) - 12 James Madison @ 5 Oregon

(23:25) - 9 Oklahoma @ 8 Alabama

(34:50) - 11 Tulane & 6 Ole Miss

(37:50) - 10 Miami @ 7 Texas A&M

(57:50) - Fernando Mendoza & Indiana

(1:12:05) - More bye teams: Ohio State, Georgia, Texas Tech

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NFL Week 15 INSTANT reactions: what's next for Chiefs, AFC dark horse contenders, Broncos take 1-seed | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:21:38 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 15 of NFL action. The duo kick things off with The Late Hit, as they give their thoughts on the Minnesota Vikings' win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.

Next, Nate & Charles bring you through the ups and downs of Week 15 with 3 High, 3 Low. The high side of the Sunday slate included the Denver Broncos taking sole possession of the 1-seed in their win over the Green Bay Packers, the Buffalo Bills staying in the division race in a win over the New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars getting statement wins.

The lows of Week 15 included the Kansas City Chiefs officially being eliminated (and losing Patrick Mahomes), the Detroit Lions being unable to hang in there against the Los Angeles Rams and the NFL's worst offenses looking even worse than normal (talking to you, Cleveland Browns & Las Vegas Raiders). They wrap up with quick thoughts on Philip Rivers' not-that-bad day against the Seattle Seahawks.

(00:50) - Vikings beat Cowboys

(16:30) - Broncos beat Packers

(27:10) - Bills beat Patriots

(41:25) - AFC contenders get key wins

(56:05) - Chiefs are officially cooked

(1:06:00) - Lions lose to Rams

(1:13:50) - Browns and Raiders look even worse than normal

(1:22:00 ) - Extra Credit: Philip Rivers' day against Seattle

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Does Joe Burrow want out of Cincy?! + Week 15 Preview (ft. Justin Jefferson & Khalil Shakir)

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 01:37:20 +0000

What should we make of Joe Burrow's dejected press conference? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes break down the possible meanings behind the Cincinnati Bengals QB's words. Could he want out? They also preview the biggest matchups of Week 15, including a crucial AFC North clash between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots and the Kansas City Chiefs' potential playoff elimination game against the Los Angeles Chargers. They're joined by Khalil Shakir and Justin Jefferson in the process. You don't want to miss this fun preview show!

(2:17) - Could Joe Burrow be on the move?

(15:06) - Buffalo Bills @ New England Patriots (ft. Khalil Shakir)

(25:35) - Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Rams

(35:08) - Green Bay Packers @ Denver Broncos

(44:45) - Minnesota Vikings @ Dallas Cowboys (ft. Justin Jefferson)

(56:59) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs

(1:03:51) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 15 preview: Bills' final chance, Rams' one potential weakness, prayers for Philip Rivers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:50:08 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the biggest games of NFL Week 15. After some quick opening thoughts on the 2026 quarterback class, the duo start by getting Lost in the Sauce on their three favorite games. Nate & Charles break down both sides of the ball as they deep dive on Buffalo Bills @ New England Patriots, Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Rams and a hoss fight of a matchup featuring the Green Bay Packers @ the Denver Broncos.
Next, Nate & Charles dive into their Slop Watch picks, including Philip Rivers and the Indianapolis Colts taking on the monster Seattle Seahawks defense and the Miami Dolphins trying to play spoiler against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The two hosts wrap things up with their Hail Mary bold predictions for Week 15, as Nate predicts a big win for the Kansas City Chiefs and Charles forecasts a huge rushing day for the Bills.

(6:50) - Bills @ Patriots
(28:10) - Lions @ Rams
(50:05) - Hoss Fight of the Week: Packers @ Broncos
(1:10:15) - Slop Watch: Colts @ Seahawks
(1:19:00) - Slop Watch: Dolphins @ Steelers
(1:25:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions

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Travis Kelce frustrated about season + Daniel Jeremiah talks Philip Rivers, 2026 draft and more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 01:00:53 +0000

What should our expectations be for 44-year-old Philip Rivers if he suits up on Sunday for the Indianapolis Colts? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson look at the possible scenarios for the QB's potential return to the field. Later, Andrew sits down with NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah to discuss Rivers, the 2026 NFL Draft class and more. After that, the Inside Coverage crew breaks down Travis Kelce's frustration with the Kansas City Chiefs' season. They also take a look at Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson's comments ahead of their game against the Cleveland Browns and discuss the possibility of Jalen Hurts being benched, before sharing their “One More Thing.”

(0:34) - Managing expectations for Philip Rivers

(19:01) - Daniel Jeremiah joins the show!

(40:23) - Travis Kelce voices frustrations with season

(48:22) - Ben Johnson desperate to beat the Browns

(54:11) - Nick Sirianni denies Hurts benching rumors

(55:53) - One More Thing

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Phillip Rivers unretires?! + Do the Eagles have a Jalen Hurts problem after MNF collapse? (ft. Zach Berman) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 02:10:34 +0000

Could 44-year-old Philip Rivers help the ailing Colts? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab break down that scenario as well as the MNF matchup that saw the Los Angeles Chargers beat the Philadelphia Eagles. Later, Andrew sits down with The Athletic's Eagles reporter, Zach Berman, to talk all things Philly and Jalen Hurts. Finally, the crew looks at what teams could make it into the playoffs according to Frank's projections before giving their “One More Thing.”

(0:36) - Philip Rivers signs to Colts' practice squad

(19:48) - Chargers beat Eagles on MNF

(33:51) - Zach Berman joins the show!

(47:57) - Frank's Week 14 Playoff Projections

(1:03:18) - One More Thing

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The AFC playoff race hinges on THESE 7 X-factors + Colts sign 44-year-old Philip Rivers?? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Dec 2025 20:47:03 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon break down the biggest potential X-factors that could define the most chaotic AFC playoff race we've seen in years. The duo start with their instant reactions to the Indianapolis Colts signing 44-year-old Philip Rivers. After giving their takeaways from the Los Angeles Chargers' overtime win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night, the duo dive into the AFC playoff race and reveal their 8 X-factors that could determine who goes home early and who goes the distance.
Matt breaks down the Jacksonville Jaguars' shaky offense line, the Denver Broncos rookies on the ascent, the Buffalo Bills tight ends and the confusing New England Patriots secondary. Nate analyzes the Pittsburgh Steelers passing game, the Bills defensive spine and the Houston Texans pass protection abilities.

(2:45) - Colts sign Philip Rivers to practice squad
(12:45) - Chargers beat Eagles on MNF
(24:25) - Jaguars X-factor
(34:05) - Steelers X-factor
(45:35) - Broncos X-factor
(55:35) - Bills X-factors
(1:13:35) - Texans X-factor
(1:16:55) - Patriots X-factor

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AFC Playoff chaos, Packers claim 1 seed + Shedeur Sanders named Browns' QB1 | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Dec 2025 00:18:43 +0000

What should we make of the AFC with a month left in the regular season? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab analyze the crucial results from Week 14 including the Denver Broncos gaining back the conference lead, the Jacksonville Jaguars taking control of the AFC South and much more. We also recap all things SNF with the Houston Texans' victory over the Kansas City Chiefs as well as the Green Bay Packers taking back the NFC North with a win over the Chicago Bears. Closing things out, the crew breaks down what it means for Shedeur Sanders after he becomes the Cleveland Browns' starting QB for the rest of the season before giving their “One More Thing.”

(3:25) - AFC chaos: Broncos, Colts, Jaguars, Steelers

(24:10) - Texans beat Chiefs on SNF

(39:45) - Packers take the lead over Bears in NFC North

(47:10) - Breaking down Shedeur Sanders’ big day

(59:25) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 14 INSTANT reactions: Packers catch the Bears, are Chiefs really dead? What's wrong with the Bucs? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Dec 2025 05:30:56 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 14 of NFL action. The duo kick things off with their reactions to the Houston Texans putting the Kansas City Chiefs' season on the ropes on Sunday night.

Next, Nate & Charles break down their 3 Highs, 3 Lows of Week 14. The highs include the Green Bay Packers wrestling control of the NFC North from the Chicago Bears, the Jacksonville Jaguars taking the late AFC South lead from the Indianapolis Colts and the Josh Allen & the Buffalo Bills outscoring Joe Burrow & the Cincinnati Bengals.

The lows of Week 14 include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers falling apart against the New Orleans Saints, the Baltimore Ravens being unable to stop Aaron Rodgers & the Pittsburgh Steelers from taking the AFC North lead back and the Atlanta Falcons' playoff contention coming to an end against the Seattle Seahawks. The duo also discuss Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders battling it out in the snow for Extra Credit.

(00:45) - Texans beat Chiefs on SNF

(21:05) - Packers beat Bears

(31:05) - Jaguars beat Colts

(41:30) - Bills beat Bengals

(49:15) - Buccaneers lose to Saints

(57:15) - Ravens lose to Steelers

(1:07:35) - Falcons eliminated from playoffs

(1:13:15) - Extra Credit: rookies battle it out

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Week 14 Preview: Can the Bears keep winning? A must-win for the Chiefs + What's going on with Lamar Jackson? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 5 Dec 2025 01:23:58 +0000

Will there be a major playoff shakeup after this week's games? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Ben Fawkes break down the key matchups coming up in Week 14 including divisional matchups between the Chicago Bears & the Green Bay Packers along with the Indianapolis Colts visiting the Jacksonville Jaguars. Can Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson hold on to their No. 1 seed in the NFC? Later on in the show, the guys break down the red hot Houston Texans showdown against the struggling Kansas City Chiefs and the Pittsburgh Steelers visit the Baltimore Ravens for a pivotal AFC North showdown. Closing things out, the crew breaks down the Cincinnati Bengals must-win game against the Buffalo Bills before giving their “One More Thing.”

(4:55) - Bears @ Packers

(17:49) - Colts @ Jaguars

(27:33) - Texans @ Chiefs

(36:11) - Steelers @ Ravens

(46:22) - Bengals @ Bills

(55:44) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 14 preview: MASSIVE playoff implications, Bears-Packers hoss fight, AFC South showdown | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Dec 2025 22:09:45 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview Week 14 of NFL action, featuring some matchups with huge playoff implications. The duo start by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week: the AFC South showdown featuring the Indianapolis Colts and a hot Jacksonville Jaguars team, a hoss fight featuring the Chicago Bears & Green Bay Packers and the Houston Texans battling the Kansas City Chiefs.
Later, Nate & Charles feature the Cincinnati Bengals as a potential underdog of the week against the Buffalo Bills, give one key matchup to watch for Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens games and reveal their Hail Mary bold predictions for Week 14, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense and Patrick Mahomes against the Texans.

(3:45) - Colts @ Jaguars
(25:00) - Bears @ Packers
(50:00) - Texans @ Chiefs
(1:15:00) - Big Dog of the Week: Bengals
(1:22:30) - Eagles @ Chargers
(1:28:10) - Steelers @ Ravens
(1:34:00) - Hail Mary predictions

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Cowboys vs. Lions preview + State of the Steelers: Is this it for Tomlin and Rodgers? (ft. Brooke Pryor) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Dec 2025 01:56:54 +0000

Who will win in Detroit on TNF? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein break down the Cowboys road matchup at the Lions to see who can stay in the playoff race. The duo also discuss the Browns opening the 21-day practice window for QB Deshaun Watson. Will we see him play a game this season? Later, Andrew and Jori sit down with ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor to talk all things Aaron Rodgers, Mike Tomlin, and the state of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Closing things out, the crew analyzes the contenders and pretenders of each division that could succeed in the playoffs before giving their “One More Thing.”

(6:45) - Cowboys @ Lions preview

(17:07) - Browns open 21-day practice window for Deshaun Watson

(23:25) - Brooke Pryor Interview

(48:09) - Ben Roethlisberger suggests fresh start for Mike Tomlin

(55:21) - Are these division leaders contenders or pretenders?

(1:09:22) - One More Thing

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Patriots dominate Giants on MNF, Is the AFC South...good? + Playoff predictions after wild Week 13 | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 Dec 2025 01:31:53 +0000

Could the Lions get snubbed from the playoffs? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down the New England Patriots' strong MNF performance against the New York Giants with Abdul Carter getting benched again, this time for the entire first quarter. Later on, the crew looks at the AFC South and how good it truly is with the Jacksonville Jaguars sneaking into first this week. The crew closes with Frank's latest playoff projections before giving their “One More Thing.”

(3:00) - Patriots smack the Giants 33-15

(25:54) - Is the AFC South legit?

(38:23) - Post-Week 13 playoff projections

(53:46) - One More Thing

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NFL playoff race: 7 things you NEED to know – Lions in trouble, Bears can improve, AFC is wide open | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 2 Dec 2025 20:56:36 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to give 7 things you NEED to know about this extremely tight NFL playoff race. The duo start with their takeaways from the New England Patriots crushing the New York Giants on Monday night, including what makes Drake Maye a top-five quarterback this season.

Next, the duo dive into what you need to know about this year's playoff race. Matt dives into the Detroit Lions and their loser-leaves-town match coming up on Thursday, the Chicago Bears passing game and whether they can figure it out down the stretch, the Houston Texans starting to turn it on late and the Los Angeles Rams' potential fatal flaw.

Nate breaks down the wide open AFC playoff race, Kyler Gordon and his impact on the Bears defense and Jakobi Meyers being a potential key to the Jacksonville Jaguars' postseason run.

(3:30) - Patriots beat Giants on MNF

(14:10) - Lions are in trouble

(25:15) - Every AFC team is flawed

(33:05) - Bears passing game will be fine & Kyler Gordon's impact

(51:10) - Texans are starting to figure it out

(1:02:00) - Jakobi Meyers could be the key to the Jags run

(1:09:50) - Rams' potential fatal flaw

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NFL Week 13 Reaction: Panthers drop Rams out of top spot in NFC + How legit are the Bears? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 2 Dec 2025 00:47:13 +0000

Is there a definitive best team in the NFL? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab dive into one of the wildest weeks of the season, kicking things off with the Carolina Panthers’ stunning upset over the Los Angeles Rams. They move on to question whether the Chicago Bears are finally for real. Later, the crew discusses another highly anticipated Shedeur Sanders start and Aaron Rodgers stirring the pot once again—this time calling out his teammates. To wrap it all up, the hosts examine how the Dallas Cowboys pieced together a three-game win streak, before closing with their signature segment, “One More Thing.”

(6:40) - Are the Rams still the best team in the NFL?

(14:15) - Bears beat Eagles on Black Friday

(23:52) - What changes do the Steelers need to make?

(40:20) - 49ers beat Shedeur & the Browns

(48:55) - Should you be scared to play the Cowboys?

(56:30) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 13 INSTANT reactions: Panthers' HUGE upset, division race predictions, are the Ravens even good? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 06:00:49 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 13 of NFL action. The two hosts start with their takeaways from the Denver Broncos' narrow victory over the Washington Commanders on Sunday night.

Next, Nate & Charles give their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from Week 13. The highs include the Buffalo Bills bouncing back to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Carolina Panthers pulling off a huge upset vs. the Los Angeles Rams and the Chicago Bears keeping it rolling vs. a struggling Philadelphia Eagles offense. On the low side of Week 13 were the Indianapolis Colts blowing their AFC South lead (in what is now a very tight division race with the Houston Texans & Jacksonville Jaguars), the Detroit Lions losing to the Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving and the Baltimore Ravens looking like this just isn't their year against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Finally, the two hosts wrap things up with some Extra Credit on what's shaping up to be a photo finish in the NFC West division race between the Rams, Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers.

(1:00) - Broncos beat Commanders on SNF

(17:40) - Bills beat Steelers

(25:15) - Panthers upset Rams

(33:40) - Bears beat Eagles on Black Friday

(46:40) - Colts blow AFC South lead

(58:35) - Lions lose to Packers on Thanksgiving

(1:08:30) - Are the Ravens even good?

(1:15:45) - Extra Credit: NFC West race

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Week 13 Preview: Thanksgiving, Black Friday, playoff implications & more! (ft. Kelvin Beachum) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 02:13:23 +0000

Who is taking home the turkey this week? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Ben Fawkes preview Week 13's key matchups including Packers vs. Lions and Chiefs vs. Cowboys. The crew also breaks down a key AFC North matchup between the Bengals and Ravens as well as the Bears visiting Philadelphia on Black Friday. Plus, Andrew sits down with Cardinals OL Kelvin Beachum. Closing things out, we preview Texans vs. Colts, Bills vs. Steelers and wrap up the episode with “One More Thing.”

(4:43) - Packers @ Lions

(10:57) - Chiefs @ Cowboys

(19:31) - Bengals @ Ravens

(27:47) - Bears @ Eagles

(38:33) - Kelvin Beachum joins the show!

(47:30) - Texans @ Colts

(53:34) - Bills @ Steelers

(1:01:01) - One More Thing

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Is CMC being overused? Should Eagles run Saquon Barkley more? + Playoff Predictions (ft. Tetairoa McMillan) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:29:55 +0000

Are the Niners running Christian McCaffrey too much? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab talk about the San Francisco 49ers win over the Carolina Panthers on MNF. Plus, Andrew sits down with Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan to break down the loss from his POV. The crew also discusses the Philadelphia Eagles' potential problem with Saquon Barkley's usage as well as the Dallas Cowboys' defensive retooling. Closing things out, we break down Frank's latest playoff projections and wrap up the episode with “One More Thing.”

(3:03) - MNF Recap

(21:24) - Tetairoa McMillan joins the show!

(27:30) - Does Philly have a Saquon problem?

(38:47) - Have the Cowboys turned things around?

(47:07) - Frank's playoff projections

(1:04:44 ) - One More Thing

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2026 NFL Draft primer: key players you should know + Thanksgiving slate preview | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:46:21 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft with their top players to watch heading into the offseason before previewing the Thanksgiving & Black Friday games. The duo start things off with their thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers getting a win over the Carolina Panthers on Monday night, including what went wrong for Bryce Young and the offense.

It's never too early for draft season, and Nate & Charles get you ready for April with their 2026 NFL Draft primer, discussing their favorite quarterbacks (Fernando Mendoza QB1?), skill players (Jeremiyah Love, Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson & more), offensive linemen (Spencer Fano, Caleb Lomu) and defensive players (Arvell Reese, Caleb Downs & others) so far in the draft process.

Nate & Charles wrap up the show with their holiday edition of Cheat Sheet, where they give one key matchup to watch in each of the Thanksgiving and Black Friday games.

(2:40) - 49ers beat Panthers on MNF

(8:55) - 2026 NFL Draft primer: skill players

(19:15) - 2026 NFL Draft primer: quarterbacks

(38:50) - 2026 NFL Draft primer: offensive linemen

(43:45) - 2026 NFL Draft primer: defensive players

(54:10) - Cheat Sheet: Thanksgiving games

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Cowboys' comeback vs. Eagles, Shedeur Sanders Named QB1 & Joe Burrow to return on Thanksgiving? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:40:42 +0000

Are there bigger problems in Philly? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab break down wild Week 12 results starting with the Dallas Cowboys' comeback win against the Philadelphia Eagles. Later on, the guys discuss Joe Burrow's potential Thanksgiving return vs. the Baltimore Ravens, Shedeur Sanders being named QB1 after an impressive win in Las Vegas, and the firing of Raiders OC Chip Kelly. Closing things out we look at J.J. McCarthy's poor performance this season, the New York Giants' firing of DC Shane Bowen, and finish with 'One More Thing.'

(4:15) - Cowboys’ huge comeback win

(17:50) - Joe Burrow to return on Thanksgiving

(24:05) - Thoughts on Shedeur Sanders’ first start

(37:45) - Raiders fire Chip Kelly

(44:50) - JJ McCarthy in concussion protocol

(53:20) - Giants fire Shane Bowen

(56:45) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 12 INSTANT reactions: AFC power rankings, Cowboys' huge W, Panthers division push? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:54:44 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 12 of NFL action. The two hosts kick things off with their reactions to the Los Angeles Rams stomping on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night 34-7.

Next, Nate & Charles give their 3 High, 3 Low of the Week 12 Sunday slate. For the Highs, the two hosts dive into the Dallas Cowboys' huge comeback win over the Philadelphia Eagles, the Kansas City Chiefs proving they're still a major player in the AFC playoff race and Jahmyr Gibbs' monster day on the ground for the Detroit Lions.

For the Lows, Nate & Charles discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers choking the AFC North lead away (plus what makes the Chicago Bears' hot streak so impressive), the Tennessee Titans coming up short despite a very promising start from Cam Ward and the sloppy afternoon slate that saw a shaky Shedeur Sanders performance, a complete disaster from the Las Vegas Raiders, the Atlanta Falcons getting a meaningless win and the Jacksonville Jaguars pulling out an ugly one.

(1:00) - Rams crush Buccaneers on SNF

(18:40) - Cowboys beat Eagles

(27:50) - Chiefs beat Indianapolis Colts

(40:15) - Jahmyr Gibbs' monster day

(48:00) - Steelers choke away division lead

(56:30) - Cam Ward's solid day

(1:03:15) - Late slate slop watch

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Week 12 Preview: Eagles-Cowboys, Bucs-Rams + Kevin Clark talks Shedeur Sanders and more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:24:35 +0000

Week 12 is here, and Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson are diving into a jam-packed slate featuring Philly–Dallas, Indy–Kansas City, and Bucs–Rams. They also break down Steelers–Bears and Andrew sits down with Kevin Clark for a can’t-miss conversation about the Chiefs' conundrum, the Eagles' latest drama and Shedeur Sanders' first start. Stick around to wrap up the episode with “One More Thing.”

(5:15) - Eagles vs. Cowboys

(12:41) - Colts vs. Chiefs

(18:21) - Buccaneers vs. Rams

(31:26) - Steelers vs. Bears

(39:54) - Kevin Clark joins the show!

(1:01:47) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 12 bold predictions & key matchups: Chiefs are desperate, Bucs-Rams hoss fight, Caleb Williams top-10 QB? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:25:44 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 12 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The duo start by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week, including the Indianapolis Colts taking on the Kansas City Chiefs, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night and the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. the red-hot Chicago Bears.

Later, Nate & Charles give their one Cheat Sheet matchup to watch as the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Dallas Cowboys and break down a Slop Watch in the Atlanta Falcons vs. the New Orleans Saints. The two hosts wrap up the show with their Hail Mary bold predictions involving the Chiefs offense and the Saints run game.

(3:15) - Colts @ Chiefs preview

(29:35) - Buccaneers @ Rams preview

(49:40) - Steelers @ Bears preview

(1:10:15) - Cheat Sheet: Eagles @ Cowboys

(1:20:00) - Slop Watch: Falcons @ Saints

(1:25:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions

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Shedeur gets first NFL start, Penix done for season & Chiefs at a crossroads | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:58:26 +0000

It's Shedeur Sanders time in Cleveland! Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson break down the Cleveland Browns' plans to start Shedeur Sanders against the Las Vegas Raiders on the road. Later in the show, the guys break down whether the Chiefs could be looking at a rebuild after going 5-5 so far this season with a tough schedule ahead. The duo also takes a look at the messy situation in Atlanta with Michael Penix's season-ending ACL injury and the Falcons' 2026 draft possibilities. Finally, the crew analyzes Ben Johnson backing up Mike Tomlin's defense of Jalen Ramsey's retaliatory punch at Ja'Marr Chase and give their one more thing to pay attention to this week.

(4:09) - Shedeur Sanders to start Sunday

(21:20) - Are the Chiefs at a crossroads?

(36:44) - Michael Penix Jr. to have season-ending ACL surgery

(43:56) - Ben Johnson backs up Mike Tomlin

(54:52) - One More Thing

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Are the Cowboys back? Where do the Raiders go from here? + Are the Bears...good? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:22:18 +0000

Are the Cowboys actually going to be alright? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab look back at Dallas' Monday night win over the Las Vegas Raiders and all of the implications of the blowout. They also question whether the Chicago Bears are actually any good. Later in the show, the crew breaks down the incredible bout between the Los Angeles Rams and the Seattle Seahawks. Finishing off the show, we discuss Frank's playoff projections after Week 11.

(6:30) - MNF recap: Cowboys trounce Raiders

(26:17) - Aaron Rodgers injury update

(31:15) - Are the Bears...good?

(37:58) - Breaking down Rams-Seahawks

(45:15) - Frank's playoff projections

(55:56) - One More Thing

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NFL reality check: 4 trends we trust & 4 we’re not sure of + Cowboys steamroll Raiders on MNF | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:55:10 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon do an NFL reality check with 4 NFL trends they know they know & 4 they think they know. The duo start off with a Monday Night Football recap, as the Dallas Cowboys impressed in their beatdown of the Las Vegas Raiders to the point where Nate believes they're on track to be contenders in 2026.

Next, Nate & Matt give 4 NFL trends they're absolutely sure of at this point of the season, as Matt chastises the Atlanta Falcons for giving away a top-ten pick to a Super Bowl contender and praises the Chicago Bears for making a home-run hire in Ben Johnson, while Nate is positive the Seattle Seahawks are still a serious contender and that the Detroit Lions defense is elite.

Later, the two hosts give 4 more NFL trends that they think they know but aren't quite sure of yet. Matt thinks the AFC playoffs will look different than normal this year and that the Green Bay Packers might not have it in them this season, while Nate thinks the Kansas City Chiefs still belong as the AFC favorites and that Cam Ward is going to be A-OK.

(3:00) - Cowboys stomp Raiders on MNF

(19:00) - Falcons messed up big time

(31:05) - Seahawks are still contenders

(37:00) - Ben Johnson was a home-run hire

(46:45) - Lions defense is elite

(54:00) - AFC playoff may look different this year

(1:02:10) - Chiefs should be AFC favorites

(1:13:45) - May not be the Packers' year

(1:18:25) - Cam Ward is going to be fine

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Are the Chiefs cooked? Ja'Marr Chase suspended & more from Week 11!

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:40:23 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab recap the wild Week 11 weekend games and key injuries that happened on the field. The Chiefs might be cooked, Ja’Marr Chase is suspended after spitting on Jalen Ramsey and a wave of injuries could shake up the league. Later in the show, the crew breaks down Shedeur Sanders’ underwhelming debut, J.J. McCarthy’s rough outing against the Bears and how the Packers marched into New York and took down the Giants. Plus, we wrap it all up with “One More Thing.”

(3:20) - Are the Chiefs cooked?

(12:40) - Ja’Marr Chase suspended for spitting

(22:40) - Injury updates: Rodgers, Penix, Lane Johnson

(26:45) - Shedeur Sanders has a rough debut

(46:40) - Can JJ McCarthy turn it around?

(52:40) - Packers bounce back vs. Giants

(1:00:50) - One More Thing

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NFL Week 11 INSTANT reactions: Broncos are the captains now, Bears keep rolling, Shedeur Sanders' first action | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:26:35 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 11 of NFL action. The two hosts kick things off with the Philadelphia Eagles winning a defensive rock fight against the Detroit Lions on Sunday night – including what it tells us about the state of the Lions offense.

Next, Nate & Charles give their 3 Highs, 3 Lows of Week 11. The Highs include the Los Angeles Rams claiming their spot atop the NFC West in a dramatic win against the Seattle Seahawks, the Denver Broncos establishing their hold on the AFC West over the Kansas City Chiefs and the Chicago Bears managing not to "Bear" it as they close out yet another victory and climb to 7-3. On the Low side of Week 11 were the Tampa Bay Buccaneers being totally unable to stop Josh Allen as the Buffalo Bills offense rolled to victory, the Los Angeles Chargers getting blown out by the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Atlanta Falcons reaching a new rock bottom in their loss to a pesky Carolina Panthers team.

For Extra Credit, Nate & Charles discuss the Green Bay Packers bouncing back, plus their thoughts on Shedeur Sanders' first NFL action (hint: it wasn't pretty).

(00:40) - Eagles beat Lions

(18:20) - Rams beat Seahawks

(26:40) - Broncos beat Chiefs

(33:50) - Bears beat Minnesota Vikings

(44:10) - Bills beat Buccaneers

(52:00) - Jaguars beat Chargers

(59:10) - Panthers beat Falcons

(1:07:35) - Extra Credit: Packers & Shedeur Sanders thoughts

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Week 11 Preview: Is this the best week of the season? + Isaac Rochell talks A.J. Brown drama and more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 01:21:23 +0000

Week 11 is here! Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab, and Ben Fawkes break down the week's biggest matchups including a massive tilt between the Lions and Eagles on SNF as well as a West coast brawl between the Seahawks and Rams. Later in the show, the guys discuss a critical NFC North matchup for the Bears and Vikings as well as the Bucs' road trip to Buffalo. Plus, Andrew sits down with former NFL DE Isaac Rochell to talk about the latest news around the league. Closing out the show, the guys break down the divide between the NFL and NFLPA over team report cards along with the league limiting and potentially prohibiting prop bets. Don't miss it!

(4:18) - Lions vs. Eagles

(15:52) - Seahawks vs. Rams

(26:33) - Chiefs vs. Broncos

(36:39) - Bears vs. Vikings

(41:28) - Buccaneers vs. Bills

(44:43) - Isaac Rochell joins the show!

(53:48) - NFL tries to stop report cards & limit prop bets

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NFL Week 11 bold predictions & key matchups: Seahawks-Rams hoss fight, can Broncos win the West? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 22:38:53 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 11 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The duo kick off previewing a fantastic Week 11 slate by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week, including a massive NFC West hoss fight with the Seattle Seahawks taking on the Los Angeles Rams, the Denver Broncos trying to hold off the Kansas City Chiefs and the Detroit Lions against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Next, Nate & Charles bust out the Cheat Sheet to provide one key matchup to watch in the Chicago Bears vs. Minnesota Vikings & Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Buffalo Bills games. Finally, the two hosts wrap the show up with their Hail Mary bold predictions for Week 11, as Charles predicts a huge day for the Cincinnati Bengals, while Nate spells doom for the Tennessee Titans and Houston Texans offenses.

(2:20) - Seahawks @ Rams preview

(35:00) - Chiefs @ Broncos preview

(52:50) - Lions @ Eagles preview

(1:17:20) - Bears @ Vikings preview

(1:22:50) - Buccaneers @ Bills preview

(1:29:25) - Hail Mary predictions

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A.J. Brown sounds off on Twitch, Jameis Winston to start vs. Packers + Rams' Quentin Lake joins!

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 01:07:23 +0000

Is trouble brewing in Philly? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson piece together the latest developments in the A.J. Brown saga and his publicly voiced frustrations with the Eagles. Later on, they break down Liam Coen discussing the possibility of Travis Hunter staying a two-way player next season. Plus, Andrew sits down with L.A. Rams safety Quentin Lake to discuss his team's success this season along with the impressive play from Matthew Stafford. Later in the show, the guys dive into Joe Burrow's potential timetable to return to play. Closing out the show is the starting QB role given to Jameis Winston in New York. Could he be the answer the Giants need?

(1:58) - A.J. Brown voices frustrations

(17:50) - Will Travis Hunter stay a two-way player next season?

(24:18) - Quentin Lake joins the show!

(45:22) - When should the Bengals bring back Joe Burrow?

(53:44) - Jameis Winston to start for the Giants this week

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Travis Hunter out for the season?! NFL playoff projections + Ladd McConkey joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:49:50 +0000

The Jaguars take a major hit with a key injury to No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter. Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down what the two-way player's season-ending setback means for Jacksonville’s season. The crew also dives into the Eagles’ Monday night win over the Packers and what it says about Philly’s momentum. Plus, Andrew sits down with Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey to talk about catching passes from Justin Herbert, team chemistry and working with John Harbaugh. To wrap things up, the team reveals Frank’s bold playoff projections and a few surprises that might shake up the postseason picture.

(4:00) - Travis Hunter out for the season with a knee injury

(13:48) - Eagles beat Packers on the road on MNF

(26:21) - Ladd McConkey interview

(34:29) - Mike Tomlin backs Aaron Rodgers as long-term QB

(43:02) - Debating Frank Schwab's playoff projections

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Fatal flaws for playoff teams: 6 red flags that could sink these contenders + Eagles-Packers recap | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:45:11 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon determine the fatal flaws of six playoff contenders to determine what could sink their Super Bowl dreams. First, the duo start off with their reactions to the Philadelphia Eagles winning a rock fight against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night (including where Devonta Smith ranks among NFL receivers). Plus, Nate & Matt give their reactions to Brian Daboll getting fired, including their take on what's next for the New York Giants.

Later, the two hosts each reveal three potential fatal flaws for 6 total playoff teams that could end their Super Bowl runs early. Nate dives into the Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions and New England Patriots, while Matt uncovers the red flags for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts.

(1:50) - Eagles beat Packers on MNF

(16:55) - Giants fire Brian Daboll

(29:10) - Buccaneers' fatal flaw

(38:00) - Broncos' fatal flaw

(49:15) - Bills' fatal flaw

(57:40) - Lions' fatal flaw

(1:08:05) - Colts' fatal flaw

(1:17:20) - Patriots' fatal flaw

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Brian Daboll out in New York, State of the AFC North, Bills upset by Dolphins?! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 01:38:27 +0000

Who will be the next head coach of the New York Giants? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab discuss the shocking firing of Brian Daboll following the Giants' loss Sunday to the Bears. Later in the show, the crew breaks down the possibility of Joe Burrow returning to action after his 21-day window to practice opened today. Who will come out on top of the AFC North? Finally, they look at the Dolphins' stunning win against the Bills, the Patriots' young stars rising and Dan Campbell's choice to call plays in a blowout win over the Commanders to finish off the show!

(2:15) - Giants fire Brian Daboll

(24:55) - State of the AFC North: Joe Burrow returns to practice

(40:35) - Patriots winning with young stars

(50:10) - Are the Bills still a contender?

(58:25) - Dan Campbell takes over play calling

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Week 10 INSTANT Reactions: Rams NFL's hottest team? Patriots could win division, Taylor rumbles in Berlin | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:13:44 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 10 of NFL action, starting off with the Late Hit, where they give their thoughts on the Los Angeles Chargers shutting down the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night.

Later, Nate & Charles hit their 3 Highs & 3 Lows of Week 10. First, the hosts discuss the Los Angeles Rams continuing their hot streak with a victory over the San Francisco 49ers on the road, Jonathan Taylor's massive day for the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin and the New England Patriots' speedy rookies lighting it up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

For the lows, the duo discuss the Buffalo Bills dropping a divisional game to the lowly Miami Dolphins and what that says about their contender status, the Jacksonville Jaguars blowing a huge lead to Davis Mills and the Minnesota Vikings offense looking dysfunctional at home against the Baltimore Ravens. For Extra Credit, Nate gives a shoutout to Caleb Williams & Jaxson Dart putting on a show in their matchup, where the Chicago Bears emerged victorious.

(1:00) - Chargers steamroll Steelers on SNF

(17:30) - Are Rams the NFL's hottest team?

(25:50) - Patriots rookies ball out

(31:20) - Jonathan Taylor's huge day in Berlin

(45:15 ) - Bills drop one to the Dolphins

(53:00) - Jaguars blow huge lead to Davis Mills

(58:00) - Vikings' offensive struggles continue

(1:08:30) - Caleb Williams vs. Jaxson Dart

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Remembering Marshawn Kneeland + NFL Week 10 Preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 7 Nov 2025 01:27:27 +0000

Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Ben Fawkes react to the shocking passing of Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland. The crew then breaks down a loaded NFL slate, from Rams–49ers and Patriots–Buccaneers to Ravens–Vikings. The guys wrap it up with primetime showdowns featuring Steelers-Chargers and Eagles–Packers. All the biggest stories, all in one place on Inside Coverage!

(1:10) - Reflecting on Marshawn Kneeland's sudden passing

(23:48) - Andrew sits down with Rams OL Kevin Dotson

(35:10) - Rams (6-2) @ 49ers (6-3)

(41:18) - Patriots (7-2) @ Buccaneers (6-2)

(48:21) - Ravens (3-5) @ Vikings (4-4)

(56:41) - Steelers (5-3) @ Chargers (5-3)

(59:42) - Eagles (6-2) @ Packers (5-2-1)

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NFL Week 10 bold predictions & key matchups: Maye vs. Mayfield, hoss fight NFC showdown, can 49ers survive the Rams? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Nov 2025 21:31:31 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 10 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The two hosts start off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week, including Drake Maye vs. Baker Mayfield in the Tom Brady Bowl, the Pittsburgh Steelers facing the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday night and a Hoss Fight in Wisconsin as the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Green Bay Packers.
Later, Nate & Charles give one key matchup to watch in the San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams battle before revealing their Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend.

(2:30) - New England Patriots @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers preview
(24:00) - Steelers @ Chargers preview
(39:25) - Eagles @ Packers preview
(56:00) - Cheat Sheet: Rams @ 49ers
(1:00:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions

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Is Kyler Murray done in Arizona? + Colts’ Daniel Jones dilemma (ft. Derrick Henry!) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Nov 2025 01:04:13 +0000

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz and Charles Robinson break down the Cardinals' placement of Kyler Murray on IR and what that means for him as well as the franchise moving forward. The guys also discuss Sauce Gardner's "tradeable" contract extension with the Jets and how it affects his move to the Colts. Plus, is Daniel Jones Indy's QB of the future? And is Kevin Stefanski giving up playcalling for the Browns a bad sign? Closing out the show the guys discuss what coaches are on the hot seat and Tom Brady's wild move to clone his pet dog. Also, Derrick Henry joins Andrew Siciliano to discuss the Baltimore Ravens 2-game win streak and more. Hear about it all on the latest episode of Inside Coverage!

(0:48) - Cardinals place QB Kyler Murray on IR

(10:49) - Jets made Sauce Gardner's contract "tradeable"

(19:25) - Is Daniel Jones the long term QB for Indy?

(25:07) - Derrick Henry joins the show!

(34:12) - Kevin Stefanski gives up playcalling for the Browns

(43:36) - What coaches are on the hot seat?

(51:53) - Jayden Daniels' injury saga continues

(56:51) - Tom Brady cloned his pet dog!?

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NFL trade deadline recap: Colts go all-in for Sauce Gardner + Cowboys beef up with Quinnen Williams | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 5 Nov 2025 00:11:04 +0000

Get ready for a wild ride through one of the busiest days of the NFL season! Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down every shocking move — from Sauce Gardner’s stunning switch to the Colts, to the Cowboys’ bold grabs of Quinnen Williams and Logan Wilson. The crew dives into how these blockbuster deals — including Jakobi Meyers heading to Jacksonville, Rashid Shaheed bringing speed to Seattle, Trevor Penning landing with the Chargers, and Jaelan Phillips boosting Philly’s defense — could reshape the second half of the season. Check out today's episode for all the analysis, bold predictions, and chaos only the NFL can deliver!

(3:17) - Jets trade Sauce Gardner & Quinnen Williams

(26:50) - Jaguars trade for WR Jakobi Meyers

(33:00) - Seahawks trade for WR Rashid Shaheed

(37:20) - Saints trade OL Trevor Penning to Chargers

(40:27) - Eagles trade for Dolphins OLB Jaelan Phillips

(44:16) - What trades will affect the second half of the season?

(47:07) - Who did not get traded but should have?

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Trade deadline takeaways & midseason awards special with Robert Mays! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 4 Nov 2025 21:33:34 +0000

Nate Tice & The Athletic's Robert Mays reunite for a very special episode of trade deadline takeaways & midseason awards. The duo start by reacting to the biggest moves of the NFL trade deadline, including Sauce Gardner's fit with the Indianapolis Colts, Rashid Shaheed bolstering the explosiveness of the Seattle Seahawks offense, Jakobi Meyers to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Logan Wilson to the Dallas Cowboys and Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Later, Nate & Robert dive into their midseason awards, deciding who deserves the nod for MVP, Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive & Defensive Rookie of the Year, Protector of the Year and Coach & Assistant Coach of the Year, plus a live reaction to the Cowboys acquiring DT Quinnen Williams.

(3:10) - Trade deadline reactions & takeaways!

(31:35) - Midseason awards: MVP

(43:45) - Midseason awards: OPOY & DPOY

(57:30) - Midseason awards: OROY & DROY

(1:05:40) - Midseason awards: Protector of the Year

(1:14:50) - Breaking: Cowboys trade for DT Quinnen Williams

(1:18:05) - Midseason awards: Coach of the Year & Assistant Coach of the Year

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Jayden Daniels injures elbow, Chase Brown calls out Bengals' defense + Trade deadline watch (ft. Eli Manning) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 4 Nov 2025 01:20:50 +0000

Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down the slew of key injuries from Sunday including Jayden Daniels as well as Tucker Kraft. The crew analyzes the Colts' puzzling loss on the road to the Steelers and debate if they should go all out at the trade deadline. Later in the show Andrew sits down with Eli Manning to discuss the recent action in the NFL and broadcasting with his brother Peyton. Afterwards, the crew dissects the Bengals' implosion against the Bears including star players calling out the defense. Closing out the show the crew takes a look at J.J. McCarthy's triumphant return to Michigan getting his second win of the season.

(5:40) - Injury updates: Jayden Daniels, Tucker Kraft

(16:50) - How could Week 9 affect the trade deadline?

(26:10) - Eli Manning joins the show!

(37:20) - Tensions rising in Cincinnati

(45:40) - J.J. McCarthy beats Lions in Vikings return

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NFL Week 9 instant reactions: Is JJ McCarthy good now? Bills top dog in AFC? Can we trust Green Bay? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 3 Nov 2025 05:11:12 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 9 of NFL action. The two hosts kick things off with the Seattle Seahawks' utter domination over the Washington Commanders on Sunday night, including Jayden Daniels' brutal elbow injury and what it means for D.C. going forward.

Next, Nate & Charles give their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from the full Sunday slate. The highs include the Buffalo Bills continuing their regular season success over the Kansas City Chiefs, the Minnesota Vikings beating the Detroit Lions to celebrate JJ McCarthy's return (and despite McCarthy's roller coaster performance) and the Pittsburgh Steelers defense coming back from the dead to shutdown the unstoppable Indianapolis Colts. The low side of Sunday included an absolute mess of a win by the Chicago Bears, the Green Bay Packers unable to stop the Carolina Panthers and a stone age rock fight in Houston as the Denver Broncos come away with an ugly win. The duo also give Extra Credit to Drake London for his unbelievable day for the Atlanta Falcons.

(00:55) - Seahawks dominate Commanders

(15:00 ) - Bills beat Chiefs

(25:35) - Steelers beat Colts

(33:20) - Vikings beat Lions

(46:10) - Bengals implode vs. Bears

(53:35) - Packers fall apart vs. Panthers

(1:00:35) - Broncos win rock fight

(1:05:10) - Drake London's huge day

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NFL Week 9 Preview: Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen + JJ McCarthy’s return! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:59:26 +0000

Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson, and Ben Fawkes are breaking down all the biggest matchups of the week! From the NFC North showdown between the Vikings and Lions to the Falcons-Patriots clash, the crew analyzes it all. The guys dig into the Chiefs-Bills heavyweight battle, the Colts-Steelers fight for playoff position, and the Bears-Bengals matchup. Whether you’re tracking betting angles, playoff races, or trade targets, this episode has you covered with expert insight and plenty of debate on the week’s must-watch NFL action!

(7:12) - Vikings @ Lions

(15:59) - Falcons @ Patriots

(24:49) - Chiefs @ Bills

(35:11) - Colts @ Steelers

(46:46) - Bears @ Bengals

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NFL Week 9 bold predictions & key matchups + 2026 NFL MOCK DRAFT breakdown | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:46:20 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 9 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more before discussing their favorite picks from their latest 2026 NFL mock draft. The duo kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week: the Denver Broncos taking on the Houston Texans in a Hoss-Fight-worthy trench battle, the Indianapolis Colts looking to keep the offense churning against the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Buffalo Bills in an AFC juggernaut matchup.

Later, Nate & Charles give key matchups to watch as J.J. McCarthy returns to the field for the Minnesota Vikings against the Detroit Lions and the Seattle Seahawks face the Washington Commanders on Sunday night. The two hosts also give their Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend, as Charles backs the Carolina Panthers and Nate expects a big day from the Seahawks running backs.

Nate & Charles wrap up with thoughts on their latest 2026 NFL Mock Draft, as they each give their favorite player-team fits for what's shaping up to be an interesting 2026 rookie class.

(3:20) - Broncos @ Texans preview

(21:05) - Colts @ Steelers preview

(37:30) - Chiefs @ Bills preview

(52:45) - Cheat sheet: key matchups for Lions-Vikings & Seahawks-Commanders

(1:08:50) - Hail Mary bold predictions for Week 9

(1:11:50) - 2026 NFL mock draft breakdown

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Lamar's TNF return, Aidan Hutchinson's new deal + Trade dealine storylines to watch! (ft. Steve Wyche) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 23:14:07 +0000

Lamar Jackson returns to the field but can he help the struggling Baltimore Ravens? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Charles Robinson discuss that as well as Aidan Hutchinson earning a massive payday to stay with the Detroit Lions. Andrew later sits down with Steve Wyche, Chief National Reporter from the NFL Network to discuss the latest news and notes around the league Finishing up the show, the crew breaks down trends that could affect the upcoming trade deadline!

(7:50) - Lions extend EDGE Aidan Hutchinson

(16:40) - Are the Ravens ready to make a run?

(23:50) - Steve Wyche joins the show!

(41:20) - Expectations for the NFL trade deadline

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Mid-season awards: Can Jonathan Taylor win MVP? Which team has been the biggest disappointment? And more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:27:46 +0000

Mid-Season Awards are here! Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down their MVP frontrunners, surprise contenders, and biggest shockers of the season so far. From breakout stars to major letdowns, the crew covers it all—then Jori dives into the latest on Trevon Diggs’ evolving situation in Dallas. Don’t miss this jam-packed midseason rundown of all the storylines shaping the NFL!

(4:40) - MVP Picks

(12:20) - OPOY Picks

(16:30) - DPOY Picks

(22:12) - Coach of the Year Picks

(28:04) - OROY Picks

(32:47) - DROY Picks

(35:37) - Biggest Surprises so far

(39:36) - Biggest Disappointments so far

(45:18) - Can't Miss Games of the 2nd Half

(51:26) - Most Shocking 2nd Half Headline

(57:17) - Micah Parsons calls out Cowboys over Trevon Diggs' injury

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NFL top 10 midseason power rankings: who are true Super Bowl contenders? + Reacting to potential trades | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:25:55 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon rank their top 10 teams in the NFL at the halfway point of the 2025 season. The two hosts discuss the top teams in the league and dig deeper on each to determine whether or not they are a true Super Bowl contender or just a playoff hopeful. Nate & Matt pick apart the Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, Green Bay Packers, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Chargers and more to determine which units should have their eyes on the Super Bowl.

Later, the duo react to listener-submitted trades ahead of the NFL trade deadline next week. The guys discuss players who could be on the move like Brian Thomas Jr, Rasheed Shaheed, Jeffery Simmons, Jakobi Meyers and more.

(2:25) - Top 10 NFL power rankings: top 5 teams

(42:35) - Top 10 NFL power rankings: 6-10

(1:09:25) - Reacting to listener-submitted trades

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Are the Steelers in trouble? + Will Ravens be punished? + Trade deadline targets to watch | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 23:43:16 +0000

Could the Steelers wind up losing the AFC North? Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab discuss the latest surrounding the Pittsburgh Steelers, Carson Wentz being ruled out for the season, and teams/players that may have they trust issues with. The guys also break down the wild Lamar Jackson injury report decision by the Ravens as well as the Colts' domination so far this season. They finish the show with Justin Fields’ emotional press conference coming off their first win of the season.

(4:45) - QB Carson Wentz out for season, Vikings’ shaky QB room

(8:10) - Packers beat Steelers on SNF

(19:00) - Did John Harbaugh lie on injury report about Lamar Jackson?

(28:20) - Inside the Colts’ historically dominant offense

(37:00) - Do we have trust issues with the Eagles & Broncos?

(45:40) - Must-watch players & teams before the deadline

(54:50) - Justin Fields gets vulnerable after first win

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NFL Week 8 instant reactions: Jets win a big one, Jonathan Taylor for OPOY, where is Broncos' ceiling? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 04:29:13 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 8 of NFL action. The duo kick things off with the Late Hit, as the Green Bay Packers shut down Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night.

Next, Nate & Charles go through their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from the Sunday slate. On the bright side of today's results were the New York Jets finally tallying their first win in a barn burner against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Denver Broncos finally looking like a playoff team against the Dallas Cowboys and the Houston Texans showing signs of life as they beat the San Francisco 49ers.

For the lows, the two hosts discuss what happened to Andy Dalton as the Carolina Panthers couldn't hang against the resurgent Buffalo Bills, Myles Garrett getting 5 sacks in a Cleveland Browns blowout loss and the Atlanta Falcons and Chicago Bears laying eggs. Nate also gives a shoutout to Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor for his amazing, OPOY-worthy season so far.

(00:45) - Packers beat Steelers 35-25

(18:00) - Jets beat Bengals 39-38

(24:15) - Broncos beat Cowboys 44-24

(28:40) - Texans beat 49ers 26-15

(34:50) - Panthers get blown out 9-40

(40:25) - Myles Garrett & Browns lose 13-32

(47:10) - Falcons & Bears lay eggs

(59:45) - Extra Credit: Jonathan Taylor's OPOY campaign

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Week 8 Preview: Aaron Rodgers revenge game? + Tush push ban coming in 2026? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:22:08 +0000

Do we really believe Aaron Rodgers when he says his SNF matchup against his former Green Bay Packers is not a revenge game? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes break down the biggest games this week in the NFL, starting with Steelers-Packers. They also discuss Lamar Jackson's potential return for Bears-Ravens, Patrick Mahomes making his MVP case against the banged up Commanders and more. They finish the show up with a report from Jori on the latest updates from the NFL fall meetings. Could we see a tush push ban in spring 2026? Find out on today's episode!

(3:06) - Packers vs. Steelers

(14:04) - Bears vs. Ravens

(22:19) - Cowboys vs. Broncos

(31:43) - Giants vs. Eagles

(40:06) - Commanders vs. Chiefs

(48:27) - NFL fall meetings recap

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NFL Week 8 preview & bold predictions: Aaron Rodgers' revenge, Cowboys-Broncos hoss fight | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 21:00:04 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 8 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The duo kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their two favorite matchups of the week, including the Aaron Rodgers revenge game (Green Bay Packers @ Pittsburgh Steelers) and a hoss fight in Denver (Dallas Cowboys @ Denver Broncos).

Next, Nate & Charles celebrate a particularly sloppy Sunday slate with a triple Slop Watch (games that are more interesting than they appear on paper), featuring the New England Patriots taking on the Cleveland Browns, the Chicago Bears trying to hold off the Baltimore Ravens and the Buffalo Bills vs. Carolina Panthers.

The two hosts wrap things up with their Hail Mary bold predictions of the week, as Charles predicts a monster day from the Kansas City Chiefs offense, while Nate predicts a New Orleans Saints divisional W against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

(2:55) - Packers @ Steelers preview

(21:55) - Cowboys @ Broncos preview

(40:25) - Slop watch: Browns @ Patriots

(47:30) - Slop watch: Bears @ Ravens

(54:40) - Slop watch: Bills @ Panthers

(1:03:40) - Hail Mary predictions

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Jets won't name a QB1, Will we see AI refs? + Can Lamar Jackson save the Ravens' season? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:28:26 +0000

Yahoo Sports’ Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson break down Sean Payton walking back his comments on Russell Wilson and debate whether Russ should still be upset. The guys then dive into the QB dilemma between Woody Johnson and Aaron Glenn before exploring how AI could change NFL officiating. They tackle the future of the tush push, the Pro Bowl’s move to Super Bowl week, and preview Vikings-Chargers on TNF. Finally, they close things out with a question on what’s next for the Ravens if they fall to 1-6 and whether John Harbaugh’s message is growing stale.

(3:24) Sean Payton walks back Russ comments

(16:04) Aaron Glenn keeping QB a secret

(23:06) Goodell says NFL exploring AI referee assistance

(34:37) Could the “Tush Push” be finally banned?

(38:53) Pro Bowl moves to Tuesday of Super Bowl week

(46:22) TNF Preview: Vikings-Chargers

(54:04) What if the Ravens lose to the Bears to become 1-6?

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Russ claps back at Sean Payton + Jets owner rips Justin Fields | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:04:21 +0000

Is it about time Russ finally spoke up? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down Russell Wilson's response to Sean Payton's recent comments. Plus, the boys dive into Woody Johnson's harsh public criticism of his team's starting QB. Is the Justin Fields experiment over in New York? They close the show with some thoughts on the Monday night games before taking a look at reports that the Dallas Cowboys are looking to trade for Las Vegas Raiders DE Maxx Crosby. It's a spicy episode today!

(3:52) - Russell Wilson claps back at Sean Payton

(20:31) - Woody Johnson takes shots at Justin Fields

(30:16) - Which other QBs are on the hot seat?

(41:58) - Recapping the MNF double header

(52:27) - Cowboys look to trade for Maxx Crosby?

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Are these 6 NFL teams playoff-bound? + Lions & Seahawks MNF takeaways | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:30:36 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon decide whether they're buying what these ascending NFL playoff contenders are selling through 7 weeks of the season. The two hosts kick things off with their takeaways from the two Monday night matchups, as the Detroit Lions steamrolled the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on the back of Jahmyr Gibbs, while the Seattle Seahawks overcame some sloppiness to demonstrate their viability as a true NFL contender this season in their win over the messy Houston Texans.

Next, Nate & Matt take a deep dive on six ascending teams and decide whether to buy or sell them as true playoff contenders. The duo unpack the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, New York Giants and Chicago Bears (with a nod to the Los Angeles Rams at the end).

(3:20) - Lions steamroll Buccaneers 24-9

(14:00) - Seahawks defeat Texans 27-19

(31:25) - Buy or sell: Cowboys

(37:20) - Buy or sell: Patriots

(45:15) - Buy or sell: Panthers

(55:35) - Buy or sell: Bengals

(1:01:40) - Buy or sell: Giants

(1:09:55) - Buy or sell: Bears

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Week 7 Recap: Are the Chiefs the best team in the NFL? + Can Cowboys offense carry them to the playoffs? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 23:52:53 +0000

Could Patrick Mahomes lead his team to another Super Bowl win? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab reflect on the Kansas City Chiefs' blowout win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Is Patrick Mahomes playing the best football of his career? Later on, they question whether the Cowboys offense can simply outscore their opponents while their defense continues to struggle. The trio moves on to discuss Aaron Glenn's comments on the New York Jets potential QB change, Drake Maye's incredible start to the season and the Denver Bronco's historic fourth-quarter comeback. They finish the show up with the biggest surprises of the weekend slate!

(5:00) - Chiefs are the new Super Bowl favorites

(13:30) - Should the Cowboys make a move?

(22:45) - Jets fall to 0-7

(32:10) - Patriots crush Titans

(39:30) - Broncos lead historic comeback

(50:10) - Biggest surprises of Week 7

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NFL Week 7 instant reactions: huge comebacks, SHOCKING blunders & more! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 04:08:37 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 7 of NFL action. The duo start off with their takeaways from the San Francisco 49ers' big win on Sunday night over the Atlanta Falcons.

Next, the two hosts dive into Week 7 with their 3 Highs, 3 Lows. On the positive side of Week 7 was the triumphant return of Rashee Rice (who takes the Kansas City Chiefs to a new level), the Chicago Bears dominating on the ground and the Indianapolis Colts staying hot and ascending to an impressive 6-1 record.

On the lows side, Nate & Charles discuss Carson Wentz and his sloppy operation of the Minnesota Vikings offense, the Miami Dolphins reaching a new low (time to bench Tua Tagovailoa??) and the Washington Commanders being unable to take advantage of a great matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.

The two hosts wrap up with some Extra Credit, as they discuss the Denver Broncos' & Green Bay Packers' dramatic late victories.

(00:45) - 49ers beat Falcons on SNF

(20:15) - Rashee Rice elevates KC to another level

(27:45) - Bears run game roars to life

(35:00) - Colts remain NFL's hottest team

(41:45) - We can't watch Carson Wentz anymore

(50:25) - 1-6 Dolphins hit new low

(54:55) - Commanders can't take advantage of leaky Dallas D

(1:00:30) - INSANE Broncos comeback

(1:05:45) - Packers narrowly avoid disaster

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Week 7 Preview: Will Mike Vrabel run it up on the Titans? + Carson Wentz seeks revenge vs. Philly | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 01:07:39 +0000

Do teams really get a bump with interim head coaches? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein break down the storylines surrounding Mike Vrabel's return to Tennessee, where the New England Patriots will face the Titans and Mike McCoy after they fired Brian Callahan earlier this week. But first we head to London, where the Los Angeles Rams' passing attack will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars defense in their home away from home. Later on, the duo previews the Indianapolis Colts vs. the Los Angeles Chargers. If Daniel Jones can lead his team to a win in L.A., are they officially the best in the league? And what would it mean if Carson Wentz can lead his Minnesota Vikings to a revenge win over his former Philadelphia Eagles? They finish the show up previewing the thrilling MNF matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Detroit Lions. Plus, we're giving you reasons to watch Giants-Broncos and Panthers-Jets!

(5:27) - Rams vs. Jaguars

(14:46) - Patriots vs. Titans

(22:36) - Colts vs. Changers

(29:26) - Eagles vs. Vikings

(43:42) - Buccaneers vs. Lions

(51:26) - Giants vs. Broncos

(57:05) - Panthers vs. Jets

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NFL Week 7’s 7 must-watch games: key matchups, bold predictions & Hoss Fight of the Week! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:42:47 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 7 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The duo start off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their 3 favorite games of the week: the Indianapolis Colts taking on the Los Angeles Chargers in a potential shootout, a Hoss Fight of the Week in the New York Giants offensive line against the Denver Broncos defensive front and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. the Detroit Lions on Monday night.

Later, Nate & Charles bust out the Cheat Sheet for key matchups to watch in four other games: Los Angeles Rams vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, Philadelphia Eagles vs. Minnesota Vikings, Atlanta Falcons vs. San Francisco 49ers and Houston Texans vs. Seattle Seahawks.

Finally, the hosts wrap up with their Hail Mary predictions of the week, as Charles predicts the New York Jets getting their first W, and Nate thinks Sam LaPorta has a big day against the Bucs defense.

(2:25) - Colts vs. Chargers preview

(17:10) - Giants vs. Broncos hoss fight

(23:20) - Buccaneers vs. Lions preview

(37:20) - Rams vs. Jaguars preview

(45:10) - Eagles vs. Vikings preview

(54:10) - Falcons vs. 49ers preview

(1:00:30) - Texans vs. Seahawks preview

(1:06:42) - Hail Mary predictions

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Should Tua have apologized? Jags' new plan for Travis Hunter + Brock Bowers joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:53:47 +0000

Was Tua Tagovailoa wrong to walk back the comments he made calling out his teammates? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes debate the necessity of the Dolphins QB's public apology. Then, Brock Bowers joins the show to talk to Andrew about his knee injury, Pete Carroll's gum chewing habits and more. Later on, the trio break down Liam Coen's comments on the Jacksonville Jaguars' plans to get Travis Hunter more involved in the offense. Are fans expecting too much of the No. 2 overall pick? Then, the boys preview the "Icy Hot Bowl" TNF matchup between Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco. Could the Pittsburgh Steelers lock up the division by Week 7 with a win over the Cincinnati Bengals? And has Patrick Mahomes already locked up the MVP? Find out on today's episode!

(3:44) - Tua makes a public apology to teammates

(20:54) - Brock Bowers joins the show!

(27:10) - Travis Hunter to be more involved in Jags offense

(39:58) - TNF preview: Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

(51:18) - Is Patrick Mahomes the MVP?

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Falcons prove it vs. Bills, Bears’ walk it off & Kyle Hamilton joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:49:56 +0000

Are the Falcons for real? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson break down Atlanta's decisive win over the Buffalo Bills on MNF. Is Bijan Robinson the best player in football? And what exactly is going on with the Bills? Later in the show, Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton joins the show to discuss Baltimore's 1-5 start and resetting after the bye. Andrew and Charles finish the show breaking down the Chicago Bears' thrilling win over the Washington Commanders before digging into Jerry Jones' comments on the possibility of the Dallas Cowboys making a defensive trade before the deadline. Don't miss it!

(3:58) - Who on Earth would complain about RedZone?!

(7:20) - Recap: Falcons 24, Bills 14

(22:02) - Kyle Hamilton joins the show!

(30:11) - How do the Ravens fix things?

(42:50) - Recap: Bears 25, Commanders 24

(52:14) - Jerry Jones open to defensive trade

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8 BIG question marks for NFL contenders, unpacking Falcons' & Bears' surprising wins | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:31:43 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon reveal the biggest remaining question marks for top NFL contenders. The two hosts start with their takeaways from the two Monday night games, including the Chicago Bears run game rolling over the Washington Commanders and the Atlanta Falcons upsetting the Buffalo Bills.

The Bills loss leads Nate into his first big question mark: how can Buffalo fix the weak spine of their defense? In a wide open NFL season with plenty of potential Super Bowl hopefuls, Nate & Matt also ask questions about the Denver Broncos, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Rams and Indianapolis Colts.

(3:00) - MNF recap: Bears defeat Commanders

(12:30) - MNF recap: Falcons beat down Bills

(21:40) - Can Bills fix the spine of their defense?

(29:20) - Why are the Broncos afraid of Bo Nix?

(37:30) - Asking questions about the Jaguars

(45:00) - Can the Chiefs defense find their 11 best?

(49:15) - What is the 49ers offense's ceiling when healthy?

(53:30) - Asking questions about the Steelers

(1:00:40) - Is the Colts secondary a ticking time bomb?

(1:05:30) - Is the Rams defense real?

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Brian Callahan fired?! Mike Tomlin takes shots at Browns GM + Tua calls out teammates | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 01:18:56 +0000

What's next for Cam Ward after the Tennessee Titans fired head coach Brian Callahan? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down all angles of the coaching change in Nashville. Then, the guys discuss Mike Tomlin's latest comments about Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry and his decision to trade Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals. They also break down Dillon Gabriel throwing the ball 52 times in a Week 6 loss. They finish the show up by questioning why Tua Tagovailoa would publicly call out his Miami Dolphins teammates, before debating the entertainment value of Brian Branch's fight with Juju Smith-Schuster on SNF. Don't miss it!

(2:42) - Titans fire Brian Callahan

(24:15) - Mike Tomlin takes shots at Andrew Berry

(36:43) - Dillon Gabriel attempts 52 passes

(43:57) - Tua calls out teammates

(58:04) - Brian Branch suspended for SNF fight

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NFL Week 6 INSTANT reactions! Seahawks & Steelers soaring, Cowboys in trouble | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 03:59:55 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 6 of NFL action. The two hosts kick things off with their instant takeaways from the Kansas City Chiefs' big bounce-back win on Sunday night over the Detroit Lions.

Later, Nate & Charles are live reacting to the Week 6 Sunday slate with 3 Highs, 3 Lows. On the optimistic side of things, Nate and Charles shout out the Seattle Seahawks' big win, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield ascending to 5-1 (and the ramifications of a very unfortunate injury to Fred Warner) and Drake Maye and Spencer Rattler going back and forth in a surprisingly entertaining QB battle.

The lows for Week 6 include the Dallas Cowboys getting stomped on by Rico Dowdle and the Carolina Panthers (what is holding Dallas back?), Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins hitting a new low and the AFC North looking non-competitive as the Pittsburgh Steelers cruise through another division game.

(00:40) - Late Hit: Chiefs beat Lions on Sunday night

(17:20) - High: Seahawks soaring at 4-2

(25:25) - High: Drake Maye vs. Spencer Rattler

(34:10) - High: Baker & Bucs continue hot streak

(41:45) - Low: What's wrong with the Cowboys

(50:15) - Low: Dolphins hit new low

(55:35) - Low: Steelers running away with AFC North

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Week 6 Preview: QB battle in San Francisco + Another classic Jared Goff vs. Chiefs game? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 02:16:41 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Ben Fawkes preview the biggest games of Week 6, starting with the Seattle Seahawks traveling cross country to take on the Jacksonville Jaguars. If the Jags' defensive success sustainable? They also question whether there will be a QB battle in the Bay Area if Mac Jones leads the San Francisco 49ers to a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And will Jared Goff have another career game against the Kansas City Chiefs? That and more on today's show!

(4:28) - Seahawks vs. Jaguars

(16:49) - Cardinals vs. Colts

(26:40) - 49ers vs. Buccaneers

(36:39) - Bengals vs. Packers

(45:00) - Lions vs. Chiefs

(54:10) - Bears vs. Commanders

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NFL Week 6 preview & bold predictions: Chiefs comeback is on, Commanders breakout, Browns & Jets upsets? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Oct 2025 20:51:33 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 6 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The two hosts kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games – San Francisco 49ers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Detroit Lions vs. Kansas City Chiefs & Chicago Bears vs. Washington Commanders – analyzing what to watch for on each side of the ball, key matchups and final predictions.
Later, Nate & Charles bust out the Cheat Sheet, where they each give one thing to watch in the Seattle Seahawks vs. Jacksonville Jaguars matchup and the Buffalo Bills taking on the Atlanta Falcons on Monday.
Finally, the duo give their Hail Mary bold predictions for the weekend, as Charles reluctantly backs the Cleveland Browns against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Nate picks the New York Jets to pull off a huge upset against the Denver Broncos in London.

(2:40) - 49ers @ Buccaneers preview
(20:55) - Lions @ Chiefs preview
(39:15) - Bears @ Commanders preview
(52:30) - Cheat Sheet: SEA @ JAX and BUF @ ATL
(1:03:15) - Hail Mary bold predictions!

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Shedeur Sanders still battling for QB2?! + Is Bill Belichick's coaching career over? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Oct 2025 01:45:29 +0000

What should we make of Kevin Stefanski refusing to commit to Shedeur Sanders as QB2 behind Dillon Gabriel? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab break down the latest comments from the head coach of the Cleveland Browns on the QB depth chart. They also address reports that UNC has begun having discussions around finding an "exit strategy" for coach Bill Belichick. What impact would a failed CFB coaching stint have on his legendary career? Later in the show, the boys preview the TNF matchup between the Eagles and the Giants and Andrew makes an impassioned plea to Philly: Run the damn ball! They close the show with a discussion about the 4-1 Colts: Are they contenders?

(2:44) - Shedeur Sanders vs. Bailey Zappe for QB2?

(15:30) - Joe Flacco to start vs. Packers

(22:15) - Is Bill Belichick on the hot seat?

(40:49) - TNF preview: Eagles vs. Giants

(51:22) - Are the Colts Super Bowl contenders?

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6 NFL surprises we are SOLD on, Joe Flacco to Bengals & HUGE Jags MNF win | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 19:42:42 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon give their takeaways from NFL Week 5 by spreading some positivity with 6 big surprises this season they are completely sold on. But first, the duo react to the news that Joe Flacco is heading to the Cincinnati Bengals. Can he save Cincy from certain doom?

Next, the hosts react to the Jacksonville Jaguars' dramatic win over the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night. How legit are the Jaguars at 4-1?

Finally, Nate & Matt dive into their 6 big surprises this season they are all in on. Nate highlights the Washington Commanders run game, the New Orleans Saints and the Indianapolis Colts offense, while Matt shouts out the New England Patriots offense, the Dallas Cowboys offense & the Cleveland Browns not being a total embarrassment.

(1:35) - BREAKING: Joe Flacco traded to the Bengals

(7:45) - Jaguars beat Chiefs 31-28 on MNF

(19:25) - Surprises we are all in on: Patriots

(28:15) - Surprises we are all in on: Colts

(36:20) - Surprises we are all in on: Cowboys

(45:50) - Surprises we are all in on: Commanders

(55:00) - Surprises we are all in on: Browns

(1:03:40) - Surprises we are all in on: Saints

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Bengals' QB dilemma, Ravens' 1-4 start + Myles Garrett talks Dillon Gabriel & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 02:33:05 +0000

Should the Bengals start shopping for another QB? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson dissect Zac Taylor's latest comments on the possibility of Cincinnati starting a new QB after Jake Browning threw 3 picks vs. Detroit. But first, they begin the show by analyzing the New England Patriots' SNF upset over the undefeated Buffalo Bills. Are Drake Maye and Stefon Diggs playoff bound or is everyone getting too ahead of themselves? Later in the show, the guys discuss Jonathan Gannon's sideline altercation with RB Emari Demercado and Mark Sanchez's felony charge after an altercation in Indianapolis. They finish the show up with a discussion about the Baltimore Ravens falling to 1-4. Plus, Myles Garrett joins the show to talk Dillon Garrett, international games and more!

(5:50) - Drake Maye leads Pats' upset over Bills

(19:21) - Zac Taylor won't rule out QB change

(23:57) - Jonathan Gannon goes off on Emari Demercado

(35:47) - Mark Sanchez facing felony battery charges

(44:48) - Myles Garrett joins the show!

(49:29) - John Harbaugh standing by DC after falling to 1-4

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NFL Week 5 INSTANT reactions: Baker's best day ever? Cam Ward chaos, Broncos' big W | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Oct 2025 04:12:58 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 5 of NFL action. The duo start off with their takeaways from the New England Patriots taking down the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.

Next, Nate & Charles dive into their 3 Highs, 3 Lows from Week 5. On the bright side are the Denver Broncos, Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' high-powered win and Cam Ward's insane first win with the Tennessee Titans.

On the flip side, there were five teams who hit rock bottom today, and the hosts dissect the brutal days from the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens. Nate finishes things off with an extra credit shoutout to Bill Croskey-Merritt and his huge day for the Washington Commanders.

(00:25) - Drake Maye defeats Bills 23-20 on SNF

(13:00) - Highs from Week 5: Broncos, Buccaneers, Titans

(38:20) - Lows from Week 5: teams that hit rock bottom

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Previewing the NFL's biggest Week 5 games + Josh Hines-Allen talks Chiefs-Jags! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 3 Oct 2025 01:10:53 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down all of the biggest action coming at us in Week 5, starting with the Minnesota Vikings taking on the Cleveland Browns in London! What should we expect to see from Dillon Gabriel and Carson Wentz? Later in the show, Josh Hines-Allen joins to talk all things Jags ahead of Jacksonville's matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs. Don't miss it!

(1:23) - Vikings vs. Browns

(12:21) - Broncos vs. Eagles

(20:42) - Texans vs. Ravens

(32:02) - Buccaneers vs. Seahawks

(38:18) - Josh Hines-Allen joins the show!

(48:19) - Chiefs vs. Jaguars

(59:18) - Commanders vs. Chargers

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NFL Week 5 preview & bold predictions: Baker vs. Seahawks, can Chargers bounce back? Dillon Gabriel hail mary | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Oct 2025 20:17:12 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the Week 5 NFL slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The hosts get Lost in the Sauce with their three favorite games of the week, starting with Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers taking on the Seattle Seahawks, as Nate & Charles decide if the Bucs can survive their extensive injury report.

Next, the duo dive into the Washington Commanders taking on the Los Angeles Chargers, as LA tries to bounce back from a loss to the New York Giants last week. Finally, the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday night, as Trevor Lawrence tries to show the Jags' 3-1 start is for real.

Later, Nate & Charles discuss a rare Reverse Hoss Fight of the Week, as the decrepit New England Patriots run game tries to get going against a weak Buffalo Bills run D. The episode wraps with the guys' Hail Mary bold predictions, featuring the New York Jets run game getting going and Dillon Gabriel and the Cleveland Browns getting a big upset in London.

(2:20) - Buccaneers @ Seahawks preview

(15:35) - Commanders @ Chargers preview

(30:00) - Chiefs @ Jaguars preview

(43:25) - Reverse Hoss Fight of the Week: Patriots @ Bills

(52:05) - Hail Mary predictions

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Joe Flacco benched, Dillon Gabriel starts & Shedeur Sanders goes mute | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Oct 2025 01:34:36 +0000

What should we make of the fact that Shedeur Sanders is the third QB in line after Dillon Gabriel and Joe Flacco heading into Week 5? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down every angle of Flacco being benched for Gabriel while Sanders continues to serve as third string QB. But first, Andrew Siciliano joins us from the Cleveland Browns' facility to give us the inside scoop. Later in the show, the guys discuss Jayden Daniels' plans to return from injury and what Trey Benson's move to IR means for the Arizona Cardinals' offense. They also discuss Baker Mayfield's comments about his time with the Carolina Panthers. Why do some franchises seem doomed to get it wrong when it comes to developing players? The boys finish things up with a TNF preview. How will the ailing San Francisco 49ers match up against the Los Angeles Rams? Find out on today's show!

(1:34) - Dillon Gabriel is the Browns' new starting QB

(24:28) - Jayden Daniels plans to play Sunday

(32:41) - What to make of Cardinals' injured RB room

(40:44) - Why do some teams fail to develop players?

(51:30) - Preview: 49ers vs. Rams

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Tyreek Hill out for season + Why Jerry Jones & Micah Parsons stopped talking | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 01:02:44 +0000

Is Tyreek Hill's career as a Miami Dolphin over? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein break down the implications of the WR's season-ending injury on MNF. They also discuss the team on the losing end of Monday night's contest, as New York Jets RB Breece Hall doesn't hold back when expressing his frustration with the team's performance. Later in the show, Andrew and Jori discuss the Dallas Cowboys' tie with the Green Bay Packers. How does the rest of league feel about the new overtime rule? The duo also discuss Jerry Jones' latest comments on his rift with Micah Parsons. They finish things up with a chat about the Cincinnati Bengals' QB situation before moving on to break down John Harbaugh's latest comments on the Baltimore Ravens' offensive play calling.

(5:59) - Tyreek Hill out for season

(16:17) - Breece Hall sounds off on Jets' struggles

(22:28) - So how do we really feel about ties?

(30:50) - Micah-Jerry beef continues

(41:47) - Do the Bengals need a new QB?

(51:49) - Harbaugh blasts Ravens' offensive play calling

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Top 5 NFL rookies so far, second-year QB rankings, biggest disappointments: quarter-season rankings special! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:03:57 +0000

We're a quarter of the way through the NFL season, and Nate Tice & Matt Harmon are ready to rank their top units, rookies and more in a special rankings episode. The duo kick things off with their thoughts on the two sloppy Monday night games, where the Denver Broncos and Miami Dolphins got away with wins, but the Dolphins lost WR Tyreek Hill to a brutal ACL injury.

Next, Nate & Matt start their quarter-season rankings with their top five rookies so far through four weeks, featuring guys like Grey Zabel, Emeka Egbuka, Tetairoa McMillan, Abdul Carter and more. Next up are the five biggest disappointments so far, including the Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers and more.

Later, the hosts rank the second-year quarterbacks so far, and Nate deep dives on Caleb Williams, Drake Maye's huge breakout season, Spencer Rattler cracking the top five and more. Finally, the duo wrap up with the best overall units this season, including the Buffalo Bills run game, the Los Angeles Rams pass game, the Los Angeles Chargers offense and more.

(2:40) - Monday night slop fest takeaways

(14:10) - Top 5 rookies so far

(30:15) - Biggest disappointments

(53:00) - Second-year QB rankings

(1:07:20) - Best units overall

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Are the Ravens done?! + Malik Nabers out for season while Jaxson Dart shines in NFL debut | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 01:18:54 +0000

Should the 1-3 Ravens kiss their Super Bowl hopes goodbye as injuries continue to rack up? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss Baltimore's growing list of banged up players after their Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs where Lamar Jackson left early with a hamstring injury. They move on to discuss Jaxson Dart's first win as a starter for the New York Giants. What should we expect from the rookie QB with WR Malik Nabers out for the season with a torn ACL? Later in the show, the crew question whether the Pittsburgh Steelers can win the AFC North before switching gears to debate the merits of the Cleveland Browns making a change at starting QB from Joe Flacco to Dillon Gabriel in Week 5. They finish the show up with a fun conversation about Cam Ward's candid comments on his 0-4 Tennessee Titans. Plus, does A.J. Brown's latest tweet mean that he wants out of Philadelphia? We'll try to piece it together!

(3:48) - Ravens can't catch a break

(14:47) - Jaxson Dart wins first NFL game

(26:08) - Can the Steelers win the division?

(34:00) - Will the Browns start Dillon Gabriel in London?

(42:27) - Cam Ward keeps it real on the podium

(51:33) - A.J. Brown takes to Twitter

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NFL Week 4 INSTANT reactions: Cowboys-Packers tie?? Ravens panic mode? Steelers black magic | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:55:39 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 4 of NFL action. The hosts kick things off with the Late Hit as they recap the epic (?) tie between the Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night, plus some thoughts on the Liam Coen-Robert Saleh beef.

Later, Nate & Charles dive into their 3 highs and 3 lows of NFL Week 4. On the bright side, the Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers and Los Angeles Rams impressed in their wins against tough opponents. On the low side, Nate & Charles discuss the flailing Baltimore Ravens, the Los Angeles Chargers' leaking offensive line and the turnover-prone San Francisco 49ers.

(00:25) - Late Hit: Packers & Cowboys tie on SNF

(13:00) - Highs of Week 4: Eagles, Steelers, Rams

(37:00) - Lows of Week 4: Ravens, Chargers, 49ers

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Week 4 preview: Eagles-Buccaneers, Lamar Jackson vs. Patrick Mahomes & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 02:00:49 +0000

Will the Eagles' offense be able to get going against Todd Bowles' defense? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Jori Epstein and Ben Fawkes bring you their best analysis of the biggest games of the Week 4 slate, starting with Philly's matchup against Tampa Bay. They move on to preview the showdown between two Super Bowl hopefuls with losing records, the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. Who needs the win more to turn their season around? The crew also breaks down Jaxson Dart's first start vs. the Chargers defense, Micah Parsons' revenge game against the Dallas Cowboys and more. They finish the show up with a fun chat: Which 0-3 team needs a win the most this weekend? Find out who they picked on today's show!

(6:23) - Eagles vs. Buccaneers

(14:57) - Ravens vs. Chiefs

(23:02) - Vikings vs. Steelers

(30:29) - Chargers vs. Giants

(39:11) - Colts vs. Rams

(45:27) - Packers vs. Cowboys

(53:09) - Which 0-3 team needs a win the most?

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NFL Week 4 preview & bold predictions: Dart's first start, Hurts vs. Bowles bowl, Browns hoss fight?? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:30:50 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the NFL Week 4 slate with bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The duo get Lost in the Sauce with the Philadelphia Eagles taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Indianapolis Colts facing their biggest test yet in the Los Angeles Rams and the Baltimore Ravens taking on a perplexing Kansas City Chiefs team in the 1-2 bowl.

Later, Nate & Charles preview a Slop Watch in the Los Angeles Chargers taking on Jaxson Dart's New York Giants and give a shout out the honorary Hoss Fight of the Week: the Cleveland Browns vs. Detroit Lions.

Finally, the hosts wrap things up with their Hail Mary predictions, as Charles predicts a big play by Daiyan Henley against Jaxson Dart, while Nate predicts a Jacksonville Jaguars upset over the San Francisco 49ers.

(2:15) - Eagles @ Buccaneers preview

(19:40) - Colts @ Rams preview

(33:30) - Ravens @ Chiefs preview

(52:45) - Slop Watch: Chargers @ Giants

(1:01:10) - Hail Mary predictions

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Micah's return to Dallas, will Russell Wilson play an NFL game again? + Mike Alstott joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 00:57:59 +0000

Are there really no hard feelings between the Dallas Cowboys and Micah Parsons? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab discuss Micah's upcoming return to AT&T stadium where they will NOT be playing a tribute video for him. They also question the likelihood of Russell Wilson playing another NFL game after being benched by the New York Giants. Later on, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers FB Mike Alstott joins the show and learns that he has once again been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame! Andrew and Frank finish things up with a discussion about which teams have fallen short of expectations so far, before previewing the NFC West matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals on TNF. Don't miss it!

(1:44) - What are the most annoying cliches in sports?

(6:03) - Micah returns to Dallas

(16:45) - Will Russ play again?

(23:42) - Mike Alstott joins the show!

(31:21) - Are the Bucs being underestimated?

(38:09) - Who will be a first-ballot HOFer in 2026?

(42:51) - Which teams have fallen short of expectation?

(50:11) - TNF Preview: Seahawks-Cardinals

(55:30) - What's the most expensive team in the NFL?

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Giants bench Russ for Jaxson Dart + MNF Reaction: Should we be concerned about the Ravens? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 01:02:14 +0000

Could Daniel Jones' success in Indy be affecting Jaxson Dart's timeline in New York? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson break down the reports that Russell Wilson has been benched in favor of Jaxson Dart. Is this in the rookie's best interest or a last ditch effort by Brian Daboll to save his job with the New York Giants? They move on to discuss the Houston Texans releasing C.J. Gardner-Johnson as the team falls to 0-3. Later in the show, they break down the MNF matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions before diving into C-Rob's latest story on Jerry Jones ahead of Micah Parsons' return to Dallas. The boys finish things up with a deep dive on the woes plaguing the Kansas City Chiefs offense and a discussion about what the Atlanta Falcons should do with Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins. Don't miss this fun episode!

(2:52) - Jaxson Dart is the Giants' QB1

(13:45) - Texans release Gardner-Johnson

(19:55) - MNF Recap: Lions-Ravens

(26:53) - Jerry Jones has no hard feelings toward Micah Parsons

(39:05) - What's up with the Chiefs?

(52:46) - Penix still Falcons QB1

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Folding or doubling down on preseason takes: take poker! Trevor Lawrence, Ravens D, Panthers to playoffs? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:30:52 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon look back at some of their hottest preseason takes and decide whether to fold or double down after 3 weeks of NFL action. The duo start by playing take poker with the Baltimore Ravens and their leaky defense after falling to 1-2 on Monday night. Matt eats crow on the Buffalo Bills having a top-ten defense, while Nate boldly stands pat on Trevor Lawrence being a top-nine quarterback.

Later, Nate & Matt hit on the Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos & Nate's wild Indianapolis Colts take before wrapping up with the Carolina Panthers, Tetairoa McMillan for OROY and the Seattle Seahawks winning the NFC West.

(2:45) - MNF recap: Are Ravens still Super Bowl contenders?

(14:15) - Can the Bills still have a top-ten defense?

(20:55) - Is Trevor Lawrence a top-nine QB?

(32:10) - Raiders under 7.5 wins?

(41:15) - Can Broncos still have NFL's top defense?

(45:20) - Nate's preseason Daniel Jones take

(56:50) - Can Panthers win the NFC South? + Tetairoa McMillan for OROY

(1:03:30) - Seahawks winning the NFC West?

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Nick Bosa out for the season?! + Is it time to start Jaxson Dart? (ft. Gregg Rosenthal) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:42:26 +0000

Have we entered the Jaxson Dart era in New York? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab speculate about the potential of the Giants making a change at starting QB after Russell Wilson's disappointing showing on SNF vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. But first, they break down some injury news including Nick Bosa's season-ending ACL tear. Later in the show, NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal joins to answer the question: Who is the best team in the league? We finish the show with a discussion about Brian Callahan's future in Tennessee before discussing Justin Herbert's MVP campaign.

(3:26) - Injury updates: Nick Bosa, CeeDee Lamb & more

(8:51) - Eagles-Rams reaction

(15:57) - Is it time to start Jaxson Dart?

(24:58) - Gregg Rosenthal joins Inside Coverage!

(42:41) - Is Brian Callahan on the hot seat?

(49:48) - Has Justin Herbert entered the MVP conversation?

(56:07) - Packers-Browns reaction

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NFL Week 3 INSTANT Reactions: Eagles MADNESS, Kicker CHAOS & The BIGGEST Moments | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:18:04 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react to Week 3 of NFL action. The duo kick things off with the Late Hit, where the decide what to take away from the Kansas City Chiefs beating the New York Giants on Sunday night.

Next, the hosts dive into their three highs of Week 3, including Jordan Davis and the Philadelphia Eagles' incredible comeback, Caleb Williams' huge bounce-back day and the three 40-burgers dropped by the Minnesota Vikings, Indianapolis Colts and Seattle Seahawks.

On the low side of Week 3 was the unusual amount of blocked and missed field goals around the league, the Green Bay Packers stumbling to a surprising loss against the Cleveland Browns and the slop fest that was the Jacksonville Jaguars' win over the now 0-3 Houston Texans.

(00:25) - The Late Hit: Chiefs beat Giants 22-9

(16:20) - Highs of Week 3

(38:40) - Lows of Week 3

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Week 3 preview: Rams-Eagles, Lions-Ravens & more! + DeMarcus Ware talks Micah Parsons! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:09:09 +0000

Will the Los Angeles Rams be able to stop Saquon Barkley this time around? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes break down the biggest games of the NFL's Week 3 slate, starting with Rams-Eagles. They also discuss the possibility of the Kansas City Chiefs falling to the New York Giants to go 0-3 for the first time in Patrick Mahomes' career. Later on, DeMarcus Ware joins the show to deliver his own unique insight into the Micah Parsons trade. Don't miss it!

(4:01) Preview: Ram-Eagles

(13:04) Preview: 49ers-Cardinals

(19:40) Preview: Broncos-Chargers

(28:19) Preview: Chiefs-Giants

(38:02) DeMarcus Ware joins the show!

(47:21) Preview: Lions-Ravens

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NFL Week 3 preview & bold predictions + 2026 NFL Draft QB check-in! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:50:09 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into the NFL Week 3 slate with their bold predictions, matchups to watch and more. The hosts kick things off with the Los Angeles Rams taking on the Philadelphia Eagles, before deep diving on our hoss fight of the week, Denver Broncos @ Los Angeles Chargers and a huge Monday night game with the Detroit Lions taking on the Baltimore Ravens.

Later, Panning for Prospects returns as Nate & Charles check in on a few of their favorite draft prospects, with Nate highlighting the San Francisco 49ers rookies and Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza and Charles getting a take off his back on Miami QB Carson Beck. The duo wrap things up with their Hail Marys of the week, involving the New York Giants and Caleb Williams.

(2:35) - Rams @ Eagles preview

(19:50) - Broncos @ Chargers preview

(35:00) - Lions @ Ravens preview

(48:15) - Panning for Prospects

(1:05:35) - Hail Mary bold predictions of the week

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Is it fair for Tom Brady to sit in the Raiders' coaching box? + Steve Smith Sr. joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:59:16 +0000

Who stands to be affected the most by Tom Brady sitting in the Las Vegas Raiders' coaching box? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Jori Epstein dive deep on all of the potential conflicts of interest that stem from the minority owner of the team wearing a headset and sitting with the coaching staff while also attending production meetings with opposing teams. They later discuss whether Jake Browning can keep the Cincinnati Bengals in playoff contention in Joe Burrow's absence and Sean McVay's recent comments on the "tush push" as his Los Angeles Rams prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles. Also, Steve Smith Sr. joins the show and gives his thought on the performances of all four MNF quarterbacks. Don't miss it!

(3:54) - Tom Brady coaching box controversy

(23:57) - Steve Smith Sr. joins the show!

(44:53) - Can Jake Browning keep the Bengals afloat?

(52:12) - Sean McVay's "tush push" comments

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Buying or selling 2-0 & 0-2 NFL teams: Chiefs in panic mode? Buying Daniel Jones stock? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:46:36 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon recap NFL Week 2 by buying or selling the most interesting 2-0, 1-1 and 0-2 teams. The duo start with the undefeated teams, as they choose to buy or sell the surging Los Angeles Chargers, Indianapolis Colts and Arizona Cardinals. Next, Nate and Matt take a look at the Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons, all stuck in the middle at 1-1. Finally, the duo determine whether the 0-2 Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Texans are just starting slow or if they have some more serious problems under the hood.

(3:40) - Buying or selling 2-0 teams

(33:55) - Buying or selling 1-1 teams

(1:03:20) - Buying or selling 0-2 teams

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NFL Week 3 QB injury updates: Joe Burrow, J.J. McCarthy & more + Should we be worried about the Chiefs? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:22:05 +0000

Could Joe Burrow's toe injury keep him out for the entire season? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson run through the litany of QB injuries that plagued Week 2 of NFL action, focusing on Burrow's latest unlucky injury and J.J. McCarthy's high ankle sprain. Could Carson Wentz "pull a Sam Darnold" for the second season in a row in Minnesota? They move on to discuss the Miami Dolphins' rough start to the season. Is Mike McDaniel on the hot seat? They also discuss Russell Wilson cooking the Dallas Cowboys defense and quieting calls for Jaxson Dart. Later in the show they discuss Daniel Jones' next contract, the Detroit Lions' Week 2 statement win and the Chiefs' 0-2 start. Can Kansas City's offense bounce back to rally around Patrick Mahomes?

(5:01) - Burrow sidelined for at least 3 months

(19:13) - Could Wentz take McCarthy's job?

(25:30) - Mike McDaniel on the hot seat?

(33:51) - Welcome back, Vintage Russ!

(40:27) - Is Daniel Jones playing his way into a big deal?

(48:35) - Lions put 52 points on da Bears

(55:24) - Chiefs start 0-2

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NFL Week 2 INSTANT reactions: chaos in Dallas, Jags ban is back? Lions offense roars to life | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:16:56 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to react LIVE to a chaotic Week 2 of NFL action. The duo kick things off with The Late Hit, where they react to the Atlanta Falcons defeating the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night as well as the Kansas City Chiefs falling to a shocking 0-2 record.

Next, the duo get into their 3 Highs and 3 Lows from NFL Week 2, including an insane end to the early slate (wow, Dallas Cowboys), the Detroit Lions offense surging back to life, Kyle Shanahan pulling one out with Mac Jones, the Jacksonville Jaguars losing to Jake Browning, the New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins getting sloppy and Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers falling off a cliff. The duo wrap up with their final thoughts on the Indianapolis Colts somehow being 2-0.

(00:35) - The Late Hit: reacting to Falcons' win over Vikings

(14:40) - Quick thoughts on the 0-2 Chiefs

(23:30) - Highs from Week 2: witching hour madness, Lions offense explodes, Shanahan & Mac

(39:40) - Lows from Week 2: Jags ban reinstated, Pats-Dolphins, Steelers offense

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Week 2 preview: Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch + Ryan Fitzpatrick joins the show! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:52:24 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes preview the NFL's Week 2 slate, including the Super Bowl rematch between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs. But first, they kick the show off with the biggest news of the day: the San Francisco 49ers will be without QB Brock Purdy for 2-5 weeks as he deals with a toe injury. How will Mac Jones perform in his absence? The boys also break down the back-and-forth media battle between the Cleveland Browns and the Baltimore Ravens and the rest of the Week 2 slate. Later on, Ryan Fitzpatrick joins the show to discuss playing at Lambeau Field, Jaxson Dart's future and more!

(3:13) - Brock Purdy out 2-5 weeks

(8:48) - Week 2 preview: Browns-Ravens

(18:30) - Week 2 preview: Eagles-Chiefs

(24:11) - Ryan Fitzpatrick joins the show!

(35:29) - Week 2 preview: Giants-Cowboys

(39:58) - Week 2 preview: Seahawks-Steelers

(45:34) - Week 2 preview: Bears-Lions

(49:22) - Rest of the Week 2 slate

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NFL Week 2 preview! Can Caleb beat Lions? Hoss fight in Houston, Super Bowl rematch | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 21:39:56 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald dive into Week 2 of NFL action, covering what to watch, their hoss fight of the week, bold predictions and more. After discussing the fallout of Brock Purdy's toe injury, Nate & Charles kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce on their three deep dives of the week, including the Seattle Seahawks heading to Pittsburgh, a Super Bowl rematch with the Philadelphia Eagles taking on the Kansas City Chiefs and a hoss fight in Houston with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers taking on the Houston Texans.

Later, Nate & Charles give their Big Dog of the Week (can Caleb Williams defeat the Detroit Lions?) and their Hail Mary predictions involving the Jacksonville Jaguars & Minnesota Vikings.

(1:50) - Can the San Francisco 49ers survive without Brock Purdy?

(6:05) - Seahawks @ Steelers preview

(21:05) - Eagles @ Chiefs preview

(36:10) - Buccaneers @ Texans preview

(49:00) - Big Dog of the Week: Chicago Bears

(1:00:55) - Hail Mary predictions

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Brock Purdy a "long shot" to play in Week 2 + Travis Kelce takes blame for Worthy injury (ft. Cynthia Frelund) | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 01:26:23 +0000

Why have the San Francisco 49ers been so unlucky with injuries? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab are joined by NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund to discuss Kyle Shanahan's update on Brock Purdy's Week 2 injury status. They move on to break down Travis Kelce's comments on Xavier Worthy's Week 1 shoulder injury. What does it all mean for the Kansas City Chiefs offense? Later on in the show, the crew discusses Liam Coen's update on Travis Hunter's increased defensive role in Week 2. They also tackle Quinshon Judkins' visit to the league office in NYC for an investigation into potential violations of the NFL's personal conduct policy. Lastly, they finish things up with a TNF preview! Will Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders offense hold up against Micah Parsons and the Green Bay Packers defense?

(3:31) - Brock Purdy a "long shot" to play in Week 2

(11:08) - Travis Kelce blames himself for Xavier Worthy's injury

(21:49) - Travis Hunter to play more defense in Week 2

(28:58) - Quinshon Judkins visits league office

(36:00) TNF preview: Commanders vs. Packers

(49:03) - Jadeveon Clowney meets with Cowboys

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Top takeaways from J.J. McCarthy’s statement debut + Dion Dawkins talks Bills-Ravens instant classic | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 02:10:44 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano is joined by Dion Dawkins to break down the Buffalo Bills' SNF win over the Baltimore Ravens. Later in the show, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein react to J.J. McCarthy leading the Minnesota Vikings to a 4th-quarter comeback win over the Chicago Bears, Jalen Carter's one-game "suspension" for spitting on Dak Prescott and Aaron Rodgers revenge game against the New York Jets. They finish the show up with a discussion about the San Francisco 49ers' latest injury woes as George Kittle moves to IR with a hamstring injury, then they debate the merits of the New York Giants continuing to start Russell Wilson over Jaxson Dart. Don't miss this fun show!

(0:00) - Bills LT Dion Dawkins joins the show!

(16:13) - J.J. McCarthy's MNF comeback win

(27:58) - Jalen Carter avoids further suspension

(33:34) - Unpacking Aaron Rodgers' revenge game

(40:52) - 49ers sign new kicker, place Kittle on IR

(45:26) - Russell Wilson will start vs. Cowboys

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NFL Week 1 surprises & OVERREACTIONS + JJ McCarthy's epic comeback on MNF | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 19:33:04 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dive into a wild first week of NFL action with their 6 biggest surprises before reacting to fan-submitted overreactions. The duo kick things off with their takeaways from JJ McCarthy's big comeback over the Chicago Bears. Next, Nate and Matt give 6 pleasant surprises from Week 1, including the Los Angeles Chargers passing game, the Indianapolis Colts defense, the New Orleans Saints, Matthew Stafford's back and more.
Later, the duo react to fan-submitted overreactions from Week 1, including the disaster-prone Tennessee Titans, Todd Bowles and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Justin Fields vs. Trevor Lawrence and whether the Miami Dolphins will go winless.

(2:35) - MNF takeaways: JJ McCarthy's epic comeback
(17:20) - 6 pleasant surprises from Week 1
(52:45) - Overreaction Court: grading your Week 1 overreactions

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Bills’ INSANE 4th quarter comeback vs. Ravens + Week 1 injury updates | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 01:07:16 +0000

Did we already witness the best game of the season just one week in? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Charles Robinson talk the Buffalo Bills' wild Sunday night win over the Baltimore Ravens on SNF. Later in show, Andrew and Charles react to the rest of the Week 1 slate and give some injury updates.

(1:20) - Bills-Ravens reactions: inside Bills’ epic comeback

(15:00) - More Week 1 takeaways: Rodgers, Dolphins, Titans & Lions

(43:20) - Injury updates: Kittle, Worthy & more

(50:20) - MNF preview

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NFL Week 1 INSTANT Reactions: Allen beats Lamar, Rodgers' BIG day vs. Jets, rookie standouts | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Sep 2025 04:27:26 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald kick off their Week 1 reactions with thoughts on the Buffalo Bills' dramatic comeback victory over the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.

Later, Nate and Charles are LIVE reacting to Week 1 of the NFL season. The duo deep dive into the surprising watchability of the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New York Jets clash (who saw that coming?), the stunning efficiency and dual-threat dynamism of Justin Fields (numbers don't lie!) and why the Green Bay Packers are already looking like a well-oiled, dangerous machine. Plus, they give a shout-out to the rookie phenoms like Emeka Egbuka, Will Johnson, and Harold Fannin Jr. who are already making their presence felt. On the flip side, they lament the New England Patriots' inexplicable struggle in the rain, the Carolina Panthers' utterly dysfunctional Week 1 operation, and the offensive line woes that plagued both the Miami Dolphins and Houston Texans (seriously, our expectations were low, but…)

(00:25) - The Late Hit: Bills-Ravens instant reaction

(11:45) - 3 Highs of Week 1: Aaron Rodgers, Packers, rookie standouts

(34:50) - 3 Lows of Week 1: Sloppy Patriots, Panthers regress, Dolphins & Texans OL

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Week 1 NFL Preview: Hoss fight in Green Bay, Stroud vs. Stafford, Raiders-Patriots slop watch | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Sep 2025 17:35:42 +0000

Week 1 is finally here, and Nate Tice & Charles McDonald are here to deep dive on the biggest games of the week. Nate and Charles kick things off by getting Lost in the Sauce with their three deep dives of the week, featuring the Houston Texans taking on the Los Angeles Rams, a hoss fight of a matchup with Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions and the Baltimore Ravens taking on the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.

Later, Nate & Charles reveal their Slop Watch: the New England Patriots vs. Las Vegas Raiders, where two quarterbacks will try to take advantage of sketchy secondary play. Nate & Charles wrap things up with their Locks of the Week, where they make a Week 1 bold prediction they're sure will come true.

(3:20) - Texans @ Rams preview

(18:30) - Lions @ Packers preview

(34:20) - Ravens @ Bills preview

(49:05) - Slop Watch: Raiders @ Patriots

(58:30) - Locks of the Week

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Can Matthew Stafford's back survive the season? ft. Jourdan Rodrigue + 2025 NFL MVP predictions & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Sep 2025 00:02:54 +0000

Can Matthew Stafford's back hold up long enough for the Los Angeles Rams to make a Super Bowl push? The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue joins Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab to talk about Stafford's health, under-the-radar young players and more! Later in the show, the guys dig into some injury news, starting with Alijah Vera-Tucker's potential season-ending triceps injury. They finish the show up with some predictions for the 2025 NFL season. You don't want to miss their Super Bowl picks!

(3:50) - Texans-Rams lookahead with Jourdan Rodrigue

(12:55) - Under the radar players to watch

(21:50) - Injury news and Week 1 updates

(42:20) - Season predictions! Super Bowl, MVP & more

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Ian Rapoport on the truth behind the Micah Parsons-Packers trade + Aidan Hutchinson talks '25 Lions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 Sep 2025 02:24:11 +0000

Where was the disconnect between Micah Parsons and the Cowboys? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano is joined by NFL Network Sr. Insider Ian Rapoport to discuss the aftermath of the blockbuster trade and more! Plus, Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson join the show to talk about new defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard. Later in the show, Andrew and Frank Schwab preview the kickoff game. What storylines do they have their eyes on ahead of the divisional showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles? They also discuss Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin's comments on Cam Heyward and Aaron Rodgers. Don't miss this jam-packed show!

(3:22) - Ian Rapoport joins Inside Coverage!

(16:19) - Aidan Hutchinson talks 2025 season

(37:30) - Nick Sirianni says Philly will skip banner ceremony

(48:10) - Mike Tomlin on Cam Heyward and Aaron Rodgers

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FINAL 2025 NFL season predictions: playoff teams, MVP, Super Bowl picks & awards | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 2 Sep 2025 21:47:10 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces for the final prediction show of the year. Nate & Matt give their playoff, wild card and Super Bowl predictions before diving into their picks for MVP, Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year, Rookies of the Year, the brand-new Protector of the Year award and more. Don't miss this jam-packed episode as Nate & Matt get you ready for the 2025 NFL season.

(4:05) - Season predictions: playoff teams & Super Bowl picks

(25:25) - MVP picks

(33:45) - OPOY & DPOY picks

(49:50) - Rookie of the Year picks

(1:02:45) - Protector of the Year picks

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Jerry Jones traded Micah Parsons to Packers?! Did the Cowboys make a BIG mistake? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:50:12 +0000

Cowboys fans, we feel your pain. Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab break down every angle of the Dallas Cowboys trading Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers. Did Jerry Jones' ego doom the franchise forever? And does Parsons make the Packers a Super Bowl contender? We finish the show with some other news: Tyreek Hill returns to practice for the Miami Dolphins, Jets GM Darren Mougey says we could see a Justin Fields redemption arc and Travis Hunter welcomes a newborn baby!

(0:13) - Dallas trades away Micah Parsons

(21:38) - Are the Packers a Super Bowl contender?

(39:05) - Tyreek Hill returns to practice

(48:48) - Can Justin Fields pull a Baker Mayfield?

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Micah Parsons TRADED to the Packers! What does Dallas do next? LIVE instant reaction | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 22:28:27 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald bring you an emergency episode of Football 301 to react to the bombshell Micah Parsons trade. What does it mean for the Dallas Cowboys defense? Is this worse than the Luka trade for Dallas sports fans? What can Micah bring to the Green Bay Packers defense? All that and more on today's emergency pod.

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Rashee Rice suspended 6 games: Who is Mahomes’ new go-to WR? + Lane Johnson talks Saquon & more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 01:13:56 +0000

How will the Kansas City Chiefs offense handle the first games of the season without Rashee Rice? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano and Frank Schwab dive deep on Rice's six-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. They move on to ponder about the Houston Texans' noncommittal answers with regards to Joe Mixon's health and then break down Indianapolis Colts GM Chris Ballard's comments on Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones. Later in the show, Andrew sits down with Philadelphia Eagles OT Lane Johnson to discuss Saquon Barkley, Micah Parsons and more. Is Parsons' back injury a bigger deal than originally thought or is this just another wrinkle in the ongoing contract dispute between him and the Dallas Cowboys? Andrew and Frank ruminate on that before ending the show celebrating Terry McLaurin's return to practice, Kyle Hamilton's record-breaking contract extension and Adam Thielen's Minnesota homecoming. Don't miss it!

(2:23) - Rashee Rice suspended 6 games

(11:11) - What's going on with Joe Mixon?

(17:36) - Colts GM speaks on QBs

(22:24) - Lane Johnson joins Inside Coverage

(33:19) - Micah Parsons seeks second opinion on back

(42:34) - Terry McLaurin returns to field

(47:18) - Kyle Hamilton signs extension

(51:32) - Adam Thielen's Minnesota homecoming

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AFC West DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks + Bijan Robinson joins the show | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 21:01:07 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to deep dive on every team in the AFC West. The dynamic duo peel back the curtain on the Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers to determine what to watch for on offense & defense, their potential breakout players and win total over/unders for each team. Is this division as tight as it's projected to be, or will KC continue their dominance?

Later in the show, Nate is joined by star Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson to talk Arch Manning, transitioning to the NFL, his favorite under-the-radar play he's made and more.

(3:40) - Raiders deep dive

(32:20) - Broncos deep dive

(57:40) - Chiefs deep dive

(1:20:00) - Chargers deep dive

(1:38:10) - Bijan Robinson joins the show

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C.J. Stroud talks Texans' new OC! Plus Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce engaged?! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:19:37 +0000

What can we expect to see from C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans offense under new OC Nick Caley? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano sits down with Stroud to discuss the QB's third year in the league. But first! Have you heard the news? Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are engaged! Andrew, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson discuss their upcoming nuptials and Kelce's future in the league. The gang also discusses the Cleveland Browns and New Orleans Saints making decisions about their QB depth charts, Brian Schottenheimer's latest comments on Micah Parsons and Atlanta Falcons RT Kaleb McGary being placed on season-ending IR. They finish the show up with a recap of cutdown day. Who could come off the waiver wires?

(1:25) - Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift get engaged

(9:40) - Dillon Gabriel named Browns QB2

(15:50) - Spencer Rattler named Saints starting QB

(22:40) - Latest on Micah Parsons contract talks

(27:15) - C.J. Stroud joins the show

(38:25) - RT Kaleb McGary out for season

(44:40) - Most intriguing roster cuts

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Jayden Daniels-Terry McLaurin connection is here to stay + Micah Parsons’ sideline nap | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:01:38 +0000

What other contract resolutions can we expect to see as Week 1 draws near? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson are back and bringing you the latest news from around the NFL, starting with a breakdown on Trey Hendrickson and the Cincinnati Bengals agreeing to a $14M raise to bring the defensive end's salary up to $30M for the 2025 season. Then they dive into the details of Terry McLaurin's new contract extension with the Washington Commanders and speculate about Joe Mixon's mysterious foot/ankle injury that will keep him off the field for the Houston Texans for at least the first four games of the season. Later on in the show, the boys get into the latest updates on Micah Parsons' public spat with the Dallas Cowboys before unpacking the Las Vegas Raiders signing Amari Cooper while Jakobi Meyers requests a trade. They finish things up with a check in on Shedeur Sanders after his five-sack performance vs. the Los Angeles Rams and a look into the latest updates on the eve of 53-man roster cutdown day. There's lots to discuss on today's show!

(3:25) - Trey Hendrickson, Bengals agree to $14M raise

(9:20) - Commanders extend Terry McLaurin

(15:44) - Joe Mixon to miss at least first 4 games

(20:27) - Is Micah Parsons' contract drama getting worse?

(33:33) - Raiders WR musical chairs

(39:10) - Checking in on the Browns QB room

(48:50) - Approaching NFL roster cutdown day

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Preseason Week 3 takeaways + NFC West deep dive: breakouts, win totals & bold picks | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 20:22:07 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their takeaways from preseason Week 3 before diving into their NFC West division preview. The duo kick off the show with their immediate reactions to the Washington Commanders finally extending Terry McLaurin before getting into their takeaways from preseason Week 3, including the Miami Dolphins falling flat against Jacksonville and some day 2 wide receivers looking solid early (hello Isaac TeSlaa).

Later, Nate & Charles preview the NFC West division, including what to expect on offense & defense, potential breakout players to watch and final win total picks for the Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks.

(4:15) - Terry McLaurin extension reactions

(7:00) - Preseason Week 3 takeaways

(16:45) - Cardinals deep dive

(35:50) - Rams deep dive

(54:45) - 49ers deep dive

(1:13:10) - Seahawks deep dive

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9 HUGE gambles NFL teams are taking this season, Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:52:49 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald from the Yahoo Sportsbook at the Venetian in Las Vegas to dive into the biggest gambles NFL teams are taking this season. After giving their thoughts on the breaking news that Brian Robinson Jr. has been traded to the San Francisco 49ers, the trio dive into their nine biggest gambles, including the Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Rams, Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys and more.

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(3:00) - 49ers trade for Brian Robinson Jr.

(8:00) - Commanders all-in on Jayden Daniels

(13:40) - Atlanta Falcons don't play Michael Penix in preseason

(18:05) - Houston Texans OL: that's it?

(21:30) - Dallas Cowboys don't add to front 7

(25:45) - Josh Simmons is a star out the gate for Chiefs

(30:00) - Matthew Stafford's back

(35:10) - Colts letting Kelly & Fries walk

(45:25) - New York Giants run it back with Daboll & crew

(51:40) - Aaron Rodgers is Pittsburgh Steelers' missing piece

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Jerry Jones said WHAT about Micah's agent? Shedeur is BACK + Biggest NFL Bets & Storylines To Watch! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:21:34 +0000

Could Jerry Jones' latest comments on contract negotiations with Micah Parsons inflame tensions? Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes are together in person at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas with the latest updates on the Dallas Cowboys and more. What's Parsons' next move after Jones went on Michael Irvin's podcast and made some interesting comments about agent David Mulugheta? Later on in the show, the guys break down the implications of Shedeur Sanders' return to the field after suffering an oblique injury and Travis Hunter sitting out of the Jacksonville Jaguars' preseason finale to rest up ahead of Week 1. Then, in true Vegas fashion, the guys discuss some of the biggest bets ahead of the 2025 NFL season. They finish up the show with some storylines they have their eye on as the preseason winds down!

(1:10) - Jerry Jones goes scorched earth on Parsons negotiations

(11:00) - Expectations for Travis Hunter

(15:00) - Shedeur Sanders will play this weekend

(23:30) - Chris Godwin & Tristan Wirfs activated off PUP

(30:35) - Biggest Super Bowl & MVP bets

(43:00) - Biggest storylines to watch this season

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Colts giving up on Anthony Richardson? + Saints QB battle heats up! + Coach says Micah Parsons plays Week 1?! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 01:57:02 +0000

Could Anthony Richardson hit the trade market after losing the starting QB job for the Colts? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano is joined by Charles McDonald to bring you today's latest NFL news, including the latest developments in Indianapolis. But first, they run through some injury news around the league as preseason winds down, including Shedeur Sanders' return to practice for the Cleveland Browns. Later in the show, they guys break down Dallas coach Brian Schottenheimer's comments expressing belief that disgruntled defensive end Micah Parsons will be playing for the Cowboys in their season opener Week 1 vs. the Eagles. They also touch on the New Orleans Saints' QB competition, the New York Jets' player-run practice and Malik Nabers return to practice for the New York Giants. They finish the show with a fun discussion about Cam Ward's comments on his scuffle with Jeffery Simmons and a heartwarming reaction to Tyson Bagent's emotional response to his contract extension with the Chicago Bears.

(4:18) - Preseason injury roundup

(17:33) - Schottenheimer believes Micah Parsons will play Week 1

(25:00) - Is Anthony Richardson done in Indy?

(31:11) - Saints QB competition heats up

(33:47) - Jets hold player-run practice

(44:12) - Malik Nabers returns to practice

(47:40) - Cam Ward embraces leadership role

(50:59) - Tyson Bagent emotional after extension

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AFC East DEEP DIVE: Drake Maye breakout incoming? Breakouts, win totals & bold picks | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 21:01:24 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive into the AFC East, a division full of question marks. Can the Buffalo Bills defense keep up with the offense this season? Who exactly are the Miami Dolphins? Can Drake Maye take the leap this season for the New England Patriots? And what can we expect from the New York Jets this season? Nate and Matt set expectations for the offense & defense, name a potential breakout player and give their win total picks for each team.

(5:20) - Bills deep dive

(34:05) - Dolphins deep dive

(58:00) - Patriots deep dive

(1:22:40) - Jets deep dive

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Daniel Jones wins Colts QB battle…What’s next for Anthony Richardson? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:00:15 +0000

What does it mean for Anthony Richardson's future now that Daniel Jones has been named the Colts' Week 1 starter? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson break down the implications of Indianapolis' decision to name Jones as the starting QB. They move on to react to Mike Tomlin's announcement that Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf won't be playing any preseason games. Can the QB-WR duo build chemistry by Week 1? Later in the show, the crew shouts out some of their favorite rookie preseason performances so far and speculates about their futures once the regular season rolls around. They finish things up with discussions about Micah Parsons' contentious contract negotiations with the Dallas Cowboys and the New Orleans Saints' quarterback competition between Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler.

(3:00) - Daniel Jones wins Colts QB competition

(18:40) - Steelers vets won’t play in Preseason Week 3

(30:10) - Favorite rookie performances so far

(39:30) - When will Micah Parsons negotiations finally resolve?

(49:40) - Who’s winning the Saints QB competition?

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Trey Hendrickson on the trade block? + Browns name Flacco starter & Brian Robinson Jr. trade rumors | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:21:31 +0000

Will Trey Hendrickson and Brian Robinson Jr. be traded before Week 1? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein are back with the latest news around the NFL. They kick things off previewing the matchup between the Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Commanders, focusing on the trade rumors swirling around Hendrickson and Robinson. How soon can we expect to see a resolution for both teams? They move on to the Cleveland Browns announcing Joe Flacco as the Week 1 starting QB. What does this mean for rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders? And do the legal situations of Quinshon Judkins and Isaiah Bond just add more fuel to the fire when it comes to the off-field perception of the team? Later in the show, the crew discusses Matthew Stafford's return to the camp for the Los Angeles Rams before diving into Caleb Williams' preseason masterclass. It's a fun show that you don't want to miss!

(2:25) - Bengals listening to trade offers for Trey Hendrickson

(11:28) - Commanders look to trade Brian Robinson Jr.

(16:42) - Joe Flacco will be Browns' Week 1 starter

(26:02) - Do Browns set themselves up for off-field controversies?

(35:19) - Matthew Stafford returns to practice

(42:53) - Caleb Williams shines in preseason

(51:26) - Cam Ward scuffles with Jeffery Simmons

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Preseason takeaways from Week 2 + NFC East DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 20:50:52 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the NFC North as they deep dive on every team in one of the most intriguing divisions in football this season. But first, the dynamic duo react to the news that the Cincinnati Bengals are looking to potentially trade star EDGE Trey Hendrickson as they each give an ideal landing spot for the veteran pass rusher. Nate and Charles also highlight their top takeaways from Week 2 of preseason action around the NFL, as Charles was intrigued by Dillon Gabriel thickening the quarterback controversy plot in Cleveland, while Nate was hyped about Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears offense coming to life against the Buffalo Bills.

Next, Nate and Charles deep dive on the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. For each team, the hosts give their expectations for the offense and defense, a potential breakout player to watch and their final over/under win total predictions.

(4:50) - Favorite landing spots for Trey Hendrickson

(13:15) - What we learned in preseason Week 2

(22:30) - Cowboys deep dive

(45:25) - Giants deep dive

(1:03:30) - Eagles deep dive

(1:21:25) - Commanders deep dive

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Gruden + Flores lawsuits a NIGHTMARE for the NFL? + Training camp reports from Jags, Browns & Eagles | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:21:45 +0000

What do the latest developments in Jon Gruden and Brian Flores' lawsuits signify for the legal future of the NFL? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson bring you a deep dive into the implications of the courts' rulings in both cases and what they could mean for the future of the league's arbitration process. But first, they break down the latest news about Quinshon Judkins not being charged with misdemeanor battery/domestic violence, Isaiah Bonds' sexual assault case being no-billed and Rashee Rice's disciplinary hearing. You'll leave this episode feeling like you passed NFL law 101! In the second half of the show, Andrew and Charles share updates from the Browns-Eagles joint practice and Jaguars training camp, respectively. They finish the show up with a fun debate about which coaches would win in a fight. Who ya got?

(2:30) - Quinshon Judkins & Isaiah Bond legal updates

(14:30) - Is Rashee Rice’s hearing date bad for the Chiefs?

(22:45) - Important Jon Gruden lawsuit update

(33:00) - Jaguars practice was a mess

(45:50) - Browns-Eagles joint practice updates

(50:05) - Vrabel breaks up fight at Pats-Vikings joint practice

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Will Shedeur Sanders’ Injury Cost Him the Starting Job? + Why the Bills HAD to Pay James Cook | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:40:20 +0000

What does Shedeur Sanders' oblique injury mean for his chances as the starting QB for the Cleveland Browns? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson bring you updates on the QB battle in Cleveland ahead of their preseason Week 2 matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles. They move on to discuss some contract news, starting with James Cook's 4-year, $48 million contract extension with the Buffalo Bills before diving into the contentious battle between Terry McLaurin and the Washington Commanders. Later in the show, they explore whether Micah Parsons will actually be traded and what his value would be if he ever gets moved. The crew finishes the show with some injury news, before breaking down some training camp fights!

(3:04) - Shedeur Sanders injures oblique at practice

(16:45) - James Cook gets paid

(23:59) - Why can't Terry McLaurin and the Commanders agree?

(32:05) - What's Micah Parson's trade value?

(43:50) - Injury updates: Chop Robinson & Matthew Stafford

(45:03) - Breaking down today's training camp fights

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AFC South DEEP DIVE: Trevor Lawrence breakout season incoming? Bold picks, win totals, breakout players | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:57:34 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to preview the most exciting division in NFL history: the great AFC South. Nate and Matt officially lift the Jags ban to take a deep dive on the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars & Tennessee Titans to analyze what to watch this season on offense and defense, a potential breakout player to keep an eye on and their final over/under win predictions for the 2025 season. Can Trevor Lawrence take the next big step? Does Tennessee have the pieces to support Cam Ward? Will the Texans offensive line hold them back? Who the heck is playing quarterback for the Colts? All that and more on today's Football 301.

(3:20) - Texans deep dive

(27:30) - Colts deep dive

(48:00) - Jaguars deep dive

(1:09:05) - Titans deep dive

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How concerning is Matthew Stafford's back injury? + Latest on Micah Parsons-Cowboys negotiations | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:20:39 +0000

What's the latest on Matthew Stafford and Micah Parsons? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz makes a triumphant return to Inside Coverage alongside senior reporter Jori Epstein to break down the most recent details in both stories. What does this mean for new WR Davante Adams' chemistry with Stafford and the rest of the Los Angeles Rams offense? And what can Dak Prescott's past negotiations reveal about Parsons' ongoing contract dispute with the Dallas Cowboys? Later on in the show, Fitz and Jori discuss the New England Patriots new coaching staff. Is OC Josh McDaniels asking too much of Drake Maye? They finish up the show with some injury updates. How will the Rashawn Slater's injury affect the Los Angeles Chargers run game with Joe Alt moving to LT? And what does Malik Nabers' lingering toe injury mean for the New York Giants QB competition?

(2:10) - Matthew Stafford still out with back injury

(13:50) - How Dak’s deal affects Micah Parsons negotiations

(26:40) - Can Drake Maye pick up McDaniels’ offense?

(37:30) - Expectations for Chargers run game & OL

(44:50) - Malik Nabers concern level?

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Preseason Week 1 reaction: Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter, Cam Ward and more! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:21:59 +0000

The Yahoo Sports crew welcomes a new member to the team! Industry veteran and new host Andrew Siciliano kicks off a new era of Inside Coverage alongside Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab. The gang starts the show with a debrief on Shedeur Sanders' preseason debut. What does his performance mean for his future as an NFL starter? Then, they move on to discuss other preseason debuts including Travis Hunter, Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart and TreVeyon Henderson. The crew closes the show out with a few news items. Should we be concerned that Matthew Stafford is still not practicing? Are we trusting Kyle Shanahan when he says Brandon Aiyuk won't be available Week 1? And what's going on with this recent string of offensive line injuries?

(3:08) - Shedeur Sanders' preseason debut

(16:40) - Preseason Week 1 recap: Travis Hunter, Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart

(33:11) - TreVeyon Henderson's electric preseason start

(40:08) - Matthew Stafford still not practicing

(47:50) - Brandon Aiyuk injury update

(49:49) - OL injury updates

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Preseason Week 1 takeaways + NFC South DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:00:22 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald to deep dive on the NFC South division and give you everything you need to keep an eye on this season. But first, the trio each give their biggest takeaway from Week 1 of preseason action, including the New York Giants defense, the New York Jets run game and some interesting offensive usage from the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Later, Nate, Matt and Charles deep dive on the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers to determine what to watch on offense and defense, a potential breakout player and their final over/under win total picks.

(4:55) - What we learned from preseason Week 1

(23:00) - Falcons deep dive

(48:55) - Panthers deep dive

(1:09:15) - Saints deep dive

(1:31:15) - Buccaneers deep dive

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Is Shedeur Sanders being put in a disaster scenario, are the 49ers still elite & more preseason questions! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 7 Aug 2025 21:40:13 +0000

Could starting in preseason actually do more harm than good for Shedeur Sanders? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab start the show with an in depth debate about the value of NFL preseason games, before tackling the news that the Cleveland Browns will start Sanders at QB. Later on in the show senior writer Charles Robinson joins Frank from Charlotte, NC to break down the Browns preseason matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The two move on to C Rob's latest travels around the league's training camps. Are the San Francisco 49ers still elite after losing so much talent this offseason? Could the Denver Broncos be Super Bowl contenders or is Sean Payton just drumming up hype? Can J.J. McCarthy answer the call for the Minnesota Vikings? We're discussing all that and more on this episode of Inside Coverage!

(2:40) - Should teams play starters in preseason?

(9:55) - What to expect from Shedeur Sanders in preseason

(30:20) - Panthers training camp notes

(34:50) - Are the 49ers still contenders?

(42:55) - Are the Broncos Super Bowl contenders?

(52:10) - What to expect from the Vikings

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2025 AFC North BOLD Predictions: Bengals, Browns, Ravens & Steelers DEEP Dive! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 6 Aug 2025 22:15:58 +0000

Which team will sit on top of the AFC North after the 2025 NFL season? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald preview the division, starting with the Cincinnati Bengals. Will the star-studded offense be able to overcome the team's defensive woes? Next, the trio moves on to the Cleveland Browns. Which signal caller will reign supreme in their packed QB room? Later, the boys break down the Baltimore Ravens and whether Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry can lead the team to a Super Bowl. They finish the show up with the Pittsburgh Steelers. What should we expect from 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers at QB? It's an information-packed episode that you don't want to miss!

(5:00) - Cincinnati Bengals deep dive

(31:45) - Cleveland Browns deep dive

(57:45) - Baltimore Ravens deep dive

(1:21:40) - Pittsburgh Steelers deep dive

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Ranking QBs by point spreads, Super Bowl picks and more! 2025 NFL betting primer ft. Ben Fawkes | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 5 Aug 2025 22:30:03 +0000

What do NFL bettors need to know as we head towards the 2025 season? Yahoo Sports Senior sports betting analyst Ben Fawkes joins Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab to discuss all things betting around the NFL. We start with Micah Parsons' trade request from the Dallas Cowboys. How would potential missed time affect the line for the team's Week 1 matchup vs. the Philadelphia Eagles? Then, the guys talk about Ben's article ranking all 32 starting NFL QBs by point-spread value. Does Aaron Rodgers place on the list signify a drop off? Later on in the show, they break down some of the most popular win totals of the 2025 season. Who is overvalued? They finish the pod up with a discussion on preseason betting before a rapid-fire round of best bets for the 2025 season. It's a super informative episode for bettors and non-bettors alike!

(2:00) - How does Micah Parsons affect Dallas in Week 1?

(11:00) - Ranking NFL QBs based on point spread value

(25:00) - NFL win totals: who’s overvalued?

(38:40) - Huge bet on Raiders to the Super Bowl??

(41:25) - Why preseason betting is full of value

(46:00) - Best bets for the 2025 NFL season

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NFC North DEEP DIVE: breakouts, win totals & bold picks + Micah Parsons wants out? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Aug 2025 22:24:05 +0000

Who will win the NFC North? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald preview the division, but first they discuss some news. Will Micah Parsons ever actually be traded away from the Dallas Cowboys? And should we be more concerned about Matthew Stafford's back injury? After that they break down the NFC North, starting with the Chicago Bears and new head coach Ben Johnson. Will Caleb Williams have a breakout season under new leadership? They move on to theorize about the future of the Detroit Lions, who will be playing under new offensive and defensive coordinators. Next, they discuss the Green Bay Packers. Will shaky play at cornerback be an issue this season? They finish the show up with the Minnesota Vikings. How will first-year starting QB J.J. McCarthy fare under the spotlight? Don't miss this packed and informative episode!

(3:40) - Micah Parsons requests a trade

(11:00) - Time to panic about Matthew Stafford’s back?

(18:15) - Chicago Bears deep dive

(47:15) - Detroit Lions deep dive

(1:04:45) - Green Bay Packers deep dive

(1:20:35) - Minnesota Vikings deep dive

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Top 10 NFL offenses heading into the 2025 NFL season! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 23:13:22 +0000

Which team has the best offense in the NFL? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald debate their top 10 offenses as we head into the 2025 season. Are people sleeping on the Dallas Cowboys? Will changes at offensive coordinator hurt the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions? And which teams score an honorable mention? It's an absolutely jam-packed episode that you don't want to miss!

(4:05) - Top 10-8
(30:25) - Top 7 & 6
(56:20) - Top 5 & 4
(1:08:50) - Top 3
(1:31:50) - Final recap & honorable mentions

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Trey Hendrickson returns to camp, Aaron Rodgers throws a pick & more from NFL training camps | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:14:41 +0000

What's next for the Cincinnati Bengals now that Trey Hendrickson has chosen to hold in instead of out? Yahoo Sports NFL reporter Jori Epstein joins Jason Fitz from her national training camp tour to discuss the latest updates from teams around the league. Should we be panicking about the Pittsburgh Steelers after Aaron Rodgers' interception? And how much pressure are the Philadelphia Eagles facing as the defending Super Bowl champs? We break it all down and more!

(2:35) - Training camp updates: Detroit Lions

(8:59) - Training camp updates: Cincinnati Bengals

(18:51) - Training camp updates: Pittsburgh Steelers

(32:00) - Training camp updates: Washington Commanders

(42:30) - Training camp updates: Philadelphia Eagles

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Top 10 NFL defenses heading into 2025 + Nate's top summer storylines | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:56:38 +0000

On the latest edition of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss Nate's top storylines from training camp so far, including new developments from the Kansas City Chiefs offensive line, Marvin Harrison Jr. bulking up for a big sophomore season, the Chicago Bears' chaotic training camp practices and more! Later, the guys rank their top 10 defenses in the league heading into the 2025 season.

(3:15) - Josh Simmons takes over at LT for Chiefs
(9:00) - Marvin Harrison Jr. bulks up
(12:00) - Joe Mixon out with foot injury
(17:30) - Luther Burden and Bears camp chaos
(24:45) - Top 10 defenses in the NFL: 10-5
(1:03:15) - Top 10 defenses in the NFL: Top 5

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Caleb's camp struggles, Wilkins' mysterious Raiders release & more training camp reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:01:14 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab dive deep into the biggest headlines coming out of NFL training camp. Should Chicago Bears fans be worried about Caleb Williams’ rocky training camp start? Has Kyler Murray already peaked, or can he still reclaim his star trajectory? And what’s really going on behind the scenes with Christian Wilkins and the Las Vegas Raiders? All that and more on today's show.

(2:00) - Raiders training camp notes & takeaways

(18:00) - Cardinals training camp notes & takeaways

(30:45) - Caleb Williams & Bears offense struggling early

(43:00) - Terry McLaurin reports to training camp

(49:30) - Rashawn Slater & Jake Ferguson extensions

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Breaking down the NFLPA drama, Terry McLaurin holds out & biggest training camp questions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:51:28 +0000

What are our biggest questions as training camps begin? Yahoo Sports' Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald drop the burning questions on their minds about J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings, the Browns four-way QB battle and more. But first, they discuss some news around the league, including the latest developments in the NFLPA scandal. Later in the show, the guys take a look at some looming contract disputes. How big of an effect will Terry McLaurin's holdout have on Jayden Daniels? We're tackling that and more on today's show!

(1:54) Breaking down the NFLPA scandal

(11:20) Latest contract extensions

(24:45) Do these contract disputes really matter?

(47:48) Biggest training camp questions

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Micah Parsons & Trey Hendrickson contract drama + Biggest boom or bust NFL teams this season | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:06:42 +0000

Why is Jerry Jones taking shots at Micah Parsons in training camp? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are joined by Charles Robinson on the road with the latest news as teams report for camps around the league. They discuss the ongoing drama in Dallas, reacting to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' latest inflammatory comments on Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott. Later in the show, the boys break down the latest in the NFLPA story and dive deep on Trey Hendrickson holding out of training camp. They finish things up with some of the biggest boom or bust teams of the upcoming NFL season. Can the Colts win the AFC South?! We'll make a case for it on today's show!

(1:00) - Chargers need to replace Mike Williams

(8:40) - Jerry Jones opens up on Micah Parsons contract negotiations

(19:20) - Where does the NFLPA go from here?

(25:40) - Can Bengals reach a deal with Trey Hendrickson?

(33:10) - Boom or bust NFL teams for 2025

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2025 NFL All-Average Team + MASSIVE extensions for Garrett Wilson & Sauce Gardner | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:53:00 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to reveal their 2025 NFL All-Average Team – the most average player in the NFL at every position. But first, Matt & Charles sit down to discuss the latest contract news around the league, including their reactions to the Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner extensions, the Kansas City Chiefs extending G Trey Smith, which second round picks could lose the most from a potential mass holdout and more.

Later, the crew reveal their All-Average Team, as Nate covers QB, offensive line and EDGE, Matt covers WRs, corners and tight end while Charles handles running back, defensive line and safeties.

(1:25) - New York Jets extend Garrett Wilson & Sauce Gardner

(8:30) - Chiefs extend G Trey Smith right before deadline

(13:15) - Which second-rounder would lose the most from holding out?

(21:45) - 2025 All-Average Team: Offense

(42:30) - 2025 All-Average Team: Defense

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Garrett Wilson gets paid, NFLPA collusion scandal + biggest training camp storylines to watch!

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 17:00:07 +0000

What does Garrett Wilson's $130M mean for the young WR market? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein break down the implications of the New York Jets extending Wilson for four years. Then they tackle the NFLPA's contract collusion scandal. How much should fans really care if players don't seem to? After that, we turn the page and look ahead to training camps. What should fans make of the fact that 30 second-round draft picks have yet to sign contracts because of disputes over guaranteed money? And what are the biggest storylines we should be keeping an eye on?

(3:10) - WR Garrett Wilson gets massive extension

(14:20) - Do players care enough about the NFLPA collusion allegations?

(29:50) - Unprecedented second-rounder holdouts incoming?

(37:10) - Is the franchise tag still relevant?

(40:40) - Training camp storylines to watch

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Top 10 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season & new faces that could make a BIG impact | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 9 Jul 2025 16:58:20 +0000

On today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to reveal their top 10 NFL head coach rankings. But first, Matt and Charles give a few new faces in new places to watch this season that could have a sneaky big impact on their team's success, including Pete Carroll, Kellen Moore, Aaron Glenn & more.

Later on, the guys reveal their top 10 head coaches, discussing what makes a great NFL head coach and debating the differences between their lists, including plenty of back and forth on Mike Tomlin, Dan Campbell, Kyle Shanahan, Demeco Ryans & more.

(3:00) - New faces in new places that could make a big impact

(25:55) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 10-8

(33:15) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 7 & 6

(41:35) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 5 & 4

(52:05) - Top 10 Head Coaches: Top 3

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Quarterbacks with most to gain this season with Mike Golic Jr + NFL All-Quarter Century Team | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 8 Jul 2025 18:10:33 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab are joined by the great Mike Golic Jr. to dive into NFL quarterbacks who can change their public perception the most heading into the 2025 season, including Sam Darnold, Daniel Jones, Justin Herbert, C.J. Stroud and Jared Goff.

Later, Frank reveals his NFL All-Quarter Century Team made up of the best NFL players at each position over the last 25 years, and Fitz and GoJo react and discuss the biggest snubs on offense and defense.

(2:15) - Quarterbacks who can change their perception the most

(28:50) - NFL All-Quarter Century Team reactions: Offense

(39:00) - NFL All-Quarter Century Team reactions: Defense

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Breaking down the Steelers-Dolphins trade + top 10 football movies & TV shows ft. Mina Kimes! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 2 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

What are the implications of the Miami Dolphins trading Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers for Minkah Fitzpatrick? Charles McDonald is joined by Steven Ruiz and Diante Lee of The Ringer to discuss the fallout of the trade. They also question why the Dallas Cowboys have yet to pay Micah Parsons and more. Then, Mina Kimes joins Nate Tice and the two compare their top 10 favorite pieces of football media, from movies and TV to books. See what made their lists!

(00:55) - Steelers trade for Jalen Ramsey

(13:45) - Pass rushers who need to get paid

(20:05) - Expectations for the Giants & Falcons this year

(29:40) - Mina Kimes joins the show!

(34:00) - 10-8

(43:00) - 7 & 6

(1:03:35) - 5 & 4

(1:15:00) - Top 3

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Steelers & Dolphins swap stars, but did either team actually get better? + NFL teams entering prove-it years | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 1 Jul 2025 17:12:50 +0000

On today’s episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab break down yesterday’s trade between the Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers. The crew discusses where this trade potentially makes both teams better and what timelines they seem to be operating on. Plus, they break down how the Steelers' moves impact TJ Watt’s pending contract negotiations and if there’s any potential for him to be traded before the season begins. Later, the trio discuss which coaches are entering major prove-it years and what they’ll need to do in order to protect their jobs.

(2:00) - Dolphins trade Jalen Ramsey to Steelers: is this a rare no-win trade?

(19:20) - Could T.J. Watt be next on the trade block?

(24:35) - Coaches entering prove-it years: Brian Daboll, Mike McDaniel, Brian Callahan

(47:15) - Breaking: Dolphins acquire TE Darren Waller

(50:30) - Coaches entering prove-it years: Brian Schottenheimer, Shane Steichen

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Top 10 WRs in 2025 + Chiefs get healthy before training camp, Colts QB battle & more! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Who are the best receivers in the NFL entering the 2025 season? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald compare their top 10 wideouts on today's show. But first, Matt and C Mac discuss the latest offseason news in the NFL including Jaire Alexander signing with the Baltimore Ravens, Rashee Rice and Josh Simmons being medically cleared for training camp and more!

(1:50) - News roundup: Jaire Alexander, Anthony Richardson, Russell Wilson & Rashee Rice

(23:55) - WRs 10-8

(37:00) - WRs 7 & 6

(44:35) - WRs 5 & 4

(56:10) - Top 3 WRs

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Will the Giants ruin Jaxson Dart? Rookie QB (& J.J. McCarthy) minicamp takeaways | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 21:13:29 +0000

Would it be better or worse for Jaxson Dart's future if he starts Week 1? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein share their rookie QB minicamp takeaways. Why is there so much fervor around Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns? Did the New Orleans Saints doom their franchise by picking Tyler Shough? They even include honorary rookie J.J. McCarthy! The show wraps up with a preview of the NFC West.

2:07 - QB takeaways from Browns minicamp: Gabriel - Sanders situation

17:53 - Cam Ward flying under the radar

25:20 - Tyler Shough looks to be starting

32:20 - Will Dart start over Russ?

43:59 - What to expect from McCarthy this season?

53:20 - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC West

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Why is everyone obsessed with Shedeur Sanders? ft. Bomani Jones + Top 10 NFL defenders in 2025 | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Why is Shedeur Sanders still such a hot topic in the sports world? Special guest Bomani Jones joins Charles McDonald on this episode of Football 301 to discuss the Cleveland Browns QB situation, whether Aaron Rodgers makes the Pittsburgh Steelers more interesting and more! Later on in the show, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and C Mac count down their top 10 defenders in the league entering the 2025 NFL season.

(00:20) - Bomani Jones joins the show

(31:00) - Defenders 10-8

(41:40) - Defenders 7 & 6

(49:30) - Defenders 5 & 4

(1:01:20) - Top 3 defenders

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Could a Desmond Bane deal happen in the NFL? + Does Aaron Rodgers move the needle for PIT? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:56:52 +0000

Is any NFL player worth four 1st round picks? Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson have a passionate discussion about whether or not we will ever see a trade in the NFL that resembles Desmond Bane's trade to the Orlando Magic. Later in the show, the guys take a look at some of the offseason moves that have dominated the headlines for the past couple months. Will Aaron Rodgers actually move the needle for the Pittsburgh Steelers? They finish the show up with another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat. This time they set their sights on the AFC West!

(1:40) - Is any NFL player worth 4 first-round picks?

(29:00) - Does it move the needle? Aaron Rodgers to Steelers

(34:15) - Does it move the needle? George Pickens to Cowboys

(42:00) - Does it move the needle? Joey Bosa to Bills

(44:00) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC West

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Browns QB battle, Shemar Stewart vs. Bengals and more minicamp storylines to watch! | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:44:44 +0000

How likely is it that Shedeur Sanders will start Week 1? Or at all? Minicamps are underway and the Inside Coverage crew is breaking down all of the biggest storylines. Starting with the four-way QB battle between Sanders, Dillon Gabriel, Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. Yahoo Sports NFL writer Jori Epstein joins Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab from Cleveland to discuss her biggest takeaways from her day with the Browns. Later, they speed through a roundup of minicamp storylines from around the league, including Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart's contract disputes with the Cincinnati Bengals. They finish things up with another round of Rise, Repeat or Retreat. This time they're previewing the NFC North!

(1:30) - Jori’s takeaways from Browns minicamp

(21:45) - Most concerning minicamp holdouts

(35:00) - Top minicamp storylines

(43:35) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC North

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Top 10 quarterbacks for the 2025 NFL season + Sam Darnold joins the show! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald to break down their top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 NFL season. The crew break down their picks from #10 to #1, with analysis on rising stars like C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love, polarizing figures like Brock Purdy and Jalen Hurts and perennial elites like Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Patrick Mahomes.

Later, Nate is joined by new Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold as Sam breaks down a few of his highlight (and lowlight) plays, discusses joining Klint Kubiak and the Seahawks offense and much more.

(3:15) - QBs 10-8

(22:20) - QBs 7 & 6

(39:15) - QBs 5 & 4

(49:30) - Top 3 QBs

(58:20) - Sam Darnold joins the show

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EMERGENCY POD: Aaron Rodgers signs with Steelers | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Jun 2025 21:04:36 +0000

Breaking news: Aaron Rodgers plans to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab of Yahoo Sports hop on an emergency edition on Inside Coverage to break down all the implications of the veteran QB's signing. What does this mean for his legacy? And will Mike Tomlin land on the hot seat if things go off the rails? We're doing our best to answer all of this and more on a very special episode!

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NFL Trade Ideas & Make-or-Break 2025: Trevor Lawrence, Mike Tomlin & Kyler Murray! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 4 Jun 2025 21:37:03 +0000

Could Mike Tomlin be on the hot seat this time next year? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their opinions on who is headed into a make-or-break season in 2025. But first, they chat about the trades they most want to see before the end of the offseason. You don't want to miss this episode!

(5:05) - Trade we want to see: Trey Hendrickson to LAC

(9:55) - Trade we want to see: Kirk Cousins to PIT

(16:40) - Trade we want to see: Jalen Ramsey to DAL

(21:50) - Make or break seasons

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Lions in trouble without Frank Ragnow? Out-of-whack NFL win totals & rookie of the year picks | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Jun 2025 17:07:43 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab talk about the surprising news of Frank Ragnow retiring at the age of 29, thus leaving the Detroit Lions with two holes on their offensive line after Kevin Zeitler’s departure this offseason. With an already competitive NFC North, the guys wonder if the championship window for the Lions is already starting to close after missing out on a title last year.

Later on this episode of Inside Coverage, Fitz and Frank get into the trade rumor surrounding Jonnu Smith and the Pittsburgh Steelers and if Trey Hendrickson is really going to hold out with the Cincinnati Bengals in hopes of securing one last massive pay day.

Next, the guys get into who could be a good sleeper pick for the offensive rookie of the year, make a few predictions on team win totals that seem out of whack and take a look at who’s improved, stayed the same and gotten worse in the AFC North.

(2:00) - Lions in trouble without Frank Ragnow?

(14:25) - Steelers inquiring about TE Jonnu Smith

(21:05) - Would Trey Hendrickson really hold out?

(26:25) - OROY favorite picks

(33:10) - NFL win totals that are out of whack

(51:25) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC North

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2025 NFL Trends? Mahomes UNLEASHED, Cowboys O-line Renaissance & Ricky Pearsall Breakout! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 28 May 2025 21:30:19 +0000

Could Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs offense get back to their 2018 selves this season? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald make their predictions for 2025. Which schemes will trend upwards? Which teams will have bounceback seasons? And which players are poised to break out? The Football 301 crew peeks into the future to answer all of these questions and dips into the mailbag to close out the show!

(3:10) - Condensed formations are back

(10:10) - Panthers defense breakout season?

(15:50) - Tight ends are important again!

(26:00) - Ricky Pearsall breakout season

(31:00) - Dolphins offensive line decline

(35:00) - Busy backfields

(38:10) - Rams pass rush

(43:50) - Chiefs offensive expansion

(52:50) - Under center passing returns!

(1:01:20) - Lightning round

(1:09:50) - Mailbag: How to build an OL

(1:16:00) - Mailbag: Does Zac Taylor get enough credit?

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Aaron Rodgers teases Steelers deal, Kirk Cousins skips OTAs & rookie QB outlook | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 27 May 2025 23:49:40 +0000

How soon could we see Aaron Rodgers in a Pittsburgh Steelers uniform? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports kick the show off with news about two veteran quarterbacks. First, they break down the implications of Rodgers' recent hints that he could be donning the black and yellow soon. Then, they switch gears and discuss Kirk Cousins skipping the Atlanta Falcons' voluntary OTAs. Will we ever see him play football again? Later in the show, they debate when we will see this rookie QB class start, including Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders for the Cleveland Browns. They finish the show up with another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat - this time we're previewing the AFC South!

(2:00) - How long will Steelers wait for Aaron Rodgers?

(20:10) - Kirk Cousins absent for Falcons OTAs

(30:50) - When will Cam Ward start in Tennessee?

(38:00) - When will Jaxson Dart start in New York?

(44:20) - When will Tyler Shough start in New Orleans?

(47:30) - When could Dillon Gabriel or Shedeur Sanders take over in Cleveland?

(52:55) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC South

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Sophomore QB Expectations: Caleb Williams, J.J. McCarthy & More! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 21 May 2025 23:21:36 +0000

What are the expectations for the second-year quarterbacks in the NFL? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald set their optimism scales for year two of the 2024 first-round quarterback draft class. Where do Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy and Bo Nix stand, and what should we expect to see this season?

Plus, the news is out that the NFL is allowing players to compete in flag football in the LA28 Olympic Games, but who would make the best team? The guys pick their Top 5 players to be on the Dream Team of flag football. Don't miss out on today's Football 301!

(3:35) Caleb Williams

(19:52) Jayden Daniels

(30:59) Drake Maye

(45:24) Michael Penix Jr.

(1:00:01) J.J. McCarthy

(1:08:57) Bo Nix

(1:19:05) Building our Olympic flag football dream teams

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Did the 49ers make a MISTAKE extending Brock Purdy? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 May 2025 17:09:02 +0000

Could Brock Purdy’s contract extension keep the San Francisco 49ers from winning a Super Bowl? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson kick off the show with a heated debate about Purdy's new deal and what it means for the team's championship aspirations. They move from one QB to another and break down ESPN writer Seth Wickersham's report about Caleb Williams tumultuous rookie season with the Chicago Bears. Then, the guys switch gears to discuss the upcoming Olympic flag football vote at the NFL Owners' Meetings and how it could expand the league's reach. The show finishes up with an NFC South preview - are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers a Super Bowl contender? Buckle up for another Testy Tuesday!

(1:10) - Did 49ers make a mistake paying Brock Purdy?

(20:10) - Caleb Williams tried to avoid being drafted by the Bears

(32:30) - Should NFL players play flag football in the Olympics?

(47:45) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC South

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Questions For QBs in NEW Places: Sam Darnold, JJ McCarthy, Shedeur Sanders & More! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 14 May 2025 22:34:47 +0000

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald ask the biggest questions on their mind for the NFL teams with new starting quarterbacks. But first, they give their hot takes on the 2025 NFL schedule release and share their thoughts on Derek Carr's retirement and his potential successor, Tyler Shough. They move on to discuss the QBs they expect to start for new teams, including Sam Darnold, Justin Fields and J.J. McCarthy. Then, they take a look at some teams that still have questions about their starting QBs, including the Cleveland Browns and their stable of maybes like Shedeur Sanders. You don't want to miss another fun episode of Football 301!

(2:51) NFL schedule release hot takes

(8:02) Derek Carr retires, what are our expectations for Tyler Shough?

(17:23) New starting QBs in new places

(1:02:00) Teams with QB questions

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Derek Carr Retires…Is Tyler Shough the Saints' NEXT Starting QB? + AFC East Preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 May 2025 17:02:05 +0000

Who will be the starting QB for the New Orleans Saints in Week 1? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss where the Saints go from here after Derek Carr's retirement announcement. Is Tyler Shough the QB of the future for the NFC South team? Then, they move on to discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the NFL's 2025 schedule release and finish with an AFC East preview for another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat. Are the New England Patriots the second-best team in the division behind the Buffalo Bills? We're discussing that and more on this episode of Inside Coverage!

(3:05) - What’s next for the post-Derek Carr Saints?

(24:30) - NFL schedule release: biggest storylines

(41:05) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC East

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Cowboys trade for George Pickens + Our favorite offseason additions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 May 2025 20:21:36 +0000

How will George Pickens handle life with the Dallas Cowboys? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the impact of the mercurial receiver's trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then the Football 301 gang shares their favorite (and least favorite) offseason moves. Free agents, draft picks and coaches - they're discussing it all. They finish the show up with a dip into the mailbag!

(4:30) - Cowboys trade for WR George Pickens

(17:50) - Favorite offseason additions

(1:22:30) - Which edge rusher has the best bend in the NFL?

(1:26:25) - How can your offense get a better passing EPA?

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Ravens release Justin Tucker + Shedeur Sanders vs. Dillon Gabriel & more storylines to watch | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 6 May 2025 17:24:01 +0000

Will we ever see Justin Tucker play again for an NFL team? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the kicker's release from the Baltimore Ravens after 13 seasons. Was this truly a "football decision" or did the accusations of improper conduct from 16 massage therapists play a bigger role than the team is letting on? Then, the crew switches gears to talk about some of the biggest storylines they have their eyes on as teams report for OTAs and minicamps. They finish the show up by debuting a new segment: "Rise, Repeat or Retreat" where they debate which teams will improve, take a step back or stay the same this season, starting with the NFC East.

(1:05) - Ravens release K Justin Tucker

(17:50) - Is J.J. McCarthy ready to take over in Minnesota?

(27:00) - Colts quarterback competition

(32:50) - Shedeur Sanders vs. Dillon Gabriel in Cleveland

(40:20) - Travis Hunter’s usage in Jacksonville

(45:00) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC East

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Teams with the biggest remaining question marks + George Kittle gets PAID | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 29 Apr 2025 16:43:35 +0000

Frank Schwab, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson break down the biggest remaining question marks across the NFL. The team explores how the San Francisco 49ers can strengthen Brock Purdy’s supporting cast following George Kittle’s new deal, who has the edge in the Cleveland Browns' quarterback battle, and whether Jaxson Dart or Russell Wilson should start for the New York Giants. They also examine how the Dallas Cowboys can upgrade their skill positions and what to make of the crowded wide receiver room in Green Bay.

(00:50) - 49ers extend George Kittle: the right move?

(10:30) - Cleveland Browns QB competition could get complicated

(30:35) - Who is the New York Giants’ starting QB?

(37:45) - Do the Dallas Cowboys still need skill position players?

(45:00) - Did the Green Bay Packers upgrade with Matthew Golden?

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2025 NFL Draft Grades! Favorite and least favorite draft classes, top player-team fits | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:19:31 +0000

Draft grades, favorite Day 3 picks, and the best player-team fits! Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 NFL Draft. Who received the worst draft grade? Which team made the best Day 3 selection? And which player found the perfect fit with their new team? The guys dissect it all in this latest episode.

(3:45) - Favorite draft classes
(31:40) - Least favorite draft classes
(56:55) - Favorite day three picks
(1:03:35) - Favorite player-team fits

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NFL Draft Winners and Losers: Shedeur slides, Bears load up and Rodgers waits | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:10:48 +0000

What will the Chicago Bears do at QB after drafting Shedeur Sanders in the 5th round? As the 2025 NFL Draft wraps up, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab take a look at the winners and losers of the weekend. Is Aaron Rodgers a future Pittsburgh Steeler after they pass on a first-round quarterback? Is Caleb Williams poised for success in his second season? Are NFL teams sending a message to future prospects who may want to take Shedeur Sanders' path? The Inside Coverage crew does their best to answer all of those questions and explain what this means for the 2025 season on a very special live episode!

(2:30) - Shedeur Sanders’ slide

(16:25) - Shedeur’s fit in Cleveland

(26:10) - Winner or loser? Aaron Rodgers

(28:45) - Winners: Jags ticket office

(36:05) - Loser: Joe Burrow

(39:00) - Winner or loser? Dallas Cowboys

(44:00) - Winner: Drake Maye

(48:15) - Winner or loser? New York Giants

(53:20) - Winners: Chicago Bears

(56:50) - Losers: Atlanta Falcons

(1:00:40) - Winner or Loser? Jalen Milroe to Seattle

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2025 NFL Draft Round 1 analysis: Jags trade up for Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders falls | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:45:22 +0000

Why did Shedeur Sanders fall out of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their perspectives on the polarizing QB prospect as they break down all of the drama from day 1 of the draft. Then, they move on to some superlatives. Who are their favorite picks? Who are their least favorite picks? And is it really possible for Travis Hunter to play both ways for the Jacksonville Jaguars? They break it all down on a very special crossover episode.

(2:15) - Shedeur Sanders falls to day two!

(8:55) - Biggest surprises from the first round

(20:50) - Favorite first round picks

(27:30) - Least favorite first round picks

(50:15) - Best players still available

(56:10) - Things we want to see on day two

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NFL Draft Night What Ifs: Saints tank for Arch Manning? + Aaron Rodgers announces retirement? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:05:32 +0000

Are the New Orleans Saints eyeing Arch Manning in 2026? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab ask and answer their biggest "What Ifs" two days before the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off. But first, Jori breaks down her Yahoo Sports story on consensus No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. When's the last time we've seen a QB1 fly under the radar like this? And how has his unusual path lead him to the NFL? Later in the show, the crew dives into the looming draft questions that have been plaguing them. Will the Saints pass on Shedeur Sanders and Jaxson Dart for Texas QB Arch Manning in 2026? Will the Bears select Ashton Jeanty at No. 10 overall or will another team trade up to snag him earlier? And does Aaron Rodgers have a big announcement up his sleeve on Thursday night? We're talking about it all!

(4:57) Why is Cam Ward flying under the radar?

(23:53) What if the Saints plan to draft Arch Manning in 2026?

(38:55) What if the Bears draft Ashton Jeanty?

(48:38) What if Aaron Rodgers announces his retirement?

(53:40) What if Tyreek Hill gets traded?

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2025 NFL Mock Draft: Shedeur Sanders to the Steelers + Ashton Jeanty to the Bears | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:37:11 +0000

We are just days away from opening night of the NFL Draft! To celebrate, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald are putting on their GM hats to mock their ideal fits for all 32 teams' first-round picks. There are some spicy ones that you don't want to miss!

(4:30) - Picks 1-10
(40:15) - Picks 11-20
(1:09:00) - Picks 21-32

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Aaron Rodgers breaks silence to TRASH Jets + Predicting the top 10 NFL Draft picks | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:29:37 +0000

What do Aaron Rodgers' comments on The Pat McAfee Show indicate about his future in the NFL? Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down the drama that unfolded in the veteran QB's final meeting with Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets. They also look ahead and question what this means for Rodgers' future how the Pittsburgh Steelers should proceed in their quarterback search. The crew moves on to take a look at picks 1-10 in the NFL Draft and do their best to predict who each team will select. Things get interesting as they get to the New Orleans Saints at pick #9. Do they have their eye on Shedeur Sanders or Jaxson Dart? Finally, we wrap things up with a discussion about Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald's 2025 All-Juice Team. Who made the AJT Mt. Rushmore this year? Take a listen and find out!

(2:08) Aaron Rodgers speaks out: ‘I’m open to anything’

(27:31) 2025 NFL Draft predictions

(27:49) Cam Ward to Titans at no. 1?

(28:26) Travis Hunter to Browns at no. 2?

(35:50) Abdul Carter to Giants at no. 3?

(37:42) Who will Patriots draft at no. 4?

(41:16) Who will Jags draft at no. 5?

(44:40) Who will Raiders draft at no. 6?

(49:24) Who will Jets draft at no. 7?

(52:44) Jalon Walker to Panthers at no. 8?

(54:09) Who will Saints draft at no. 9?

(59:15) Do Bears have a shot at Jeanty at no. 10?

(1:01:01) 2025 NFL Draft All-Juice Team

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14 Players we're ‘Planting a Flag’ on in the 2025 NFL Draft class | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:38:23 +0000

Could Damien Martinez be the next Marshawn Lynch? Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss that and more as they plant their flag on 2025 NFL draft prospects. Nate & C-Mac go back-and-forth, giving their opinions on which guys they believe are already set to have productive careers in the NFL. Then, they close out the episode reacting to listener flag plants and draft predictions. You don't want to miss it!

(03:55) - WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State

(6:55) - WR Tory Horton, Colorado State

(11:45) - OL Grey Zabel, North Dakota State

(16:35) - RB Devin Neal, Kansas

(21:10) - RB Damien Martinez, Miami

(27:50) - TE Mitchell Evans, Notre Dame

(33:00) - DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan

(37:10) - OL Marcus Mbow & OG Donovan Jackson

(42:45) - S Andrew Mukuba, Texas

(46:25) - DT Derrick Harmon & OT Josh Conerly Jr.

(49:25) - CB Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina

(52:40) - CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss

(55:25) - Reacting to listener flag plants

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Jalen Ramsey, Dolphins explore trade + How Nico Iamaleava drama impacts his NFL future | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:13:48 +0000

Should the Miami Dolphins rebuild now that they're looking to trade Jalen Ramsey and considering the drama surrounding Tyreek Hill? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab have an riveting discussion about how the Dolphins move forward and the impact of Tua Tagovailoa's contract on the future of the team. Plus, will Nico Iamaleava's NIL dispute with Tennessee negatively impact his future draft stock? With a sharp rise in rookie quarterbacks who have transferred succeeding in the NFL, the crew isn't convinced it hurts the young QB in the long run. Finally, they react to reports that Travis Hunter says he won't play at all if a team decides to limit him to playing one position. You don't want to miss this episode!

(00:55) - Jalen Ramsey seeking trade partner

(7:20) - Are the Dolphins preparing to blow it up?

(12:40) - Will Tyreek Hill be a Dolphin in 2025?

(24:20) - Nico Iamaleava & how the transfer portal impacts the NFL

(48:35) - Travis Hunter demands he plays WR & CB in the NFL

(59:35) - Hunter’s thoughts on Shedeur Sanders’ ball-patting tendency

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Travis Hunter AND Shedeur Sanders to the Browns?! SPICY 2025 NFL Draft Predictions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 23:23:00 +0000

Could the Cleveland Browns draft Travis Hunter AND Shedeur Sanders? With the 2025 NFL Draft on the horizon, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back with their mild, hot and spicy draft predictions. They discuss how many RBs could get taken off the board in the first round as teams fear they might miss a run. The pair also mull over the likelihood of a surprise team trading back for a QB or Aaron Rodgers hijacking draft coverage by announcing his retirement. Things get even spicer with a blockbuster trade during the draft involving one of the league's most explosive WRs. It's a hot show that will leave your eyes watering and mouth sizzling!

(3:20) - Mild draft predictions

(23:45) - Medium draft predictions

(49:55) - Spicy draft predictions

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Titans will RUIN Cam Ward & more 2025 NFL Draft BOLD predictions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 17:00:48 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are coming in hot for another fun episode of Inside Coverage. They start the episode covering the breaking news that Joe Flacco is reuniting with the Cleveland Browns. Frank gets the hot take theme started early, saying the veteran quarterbacks won't be able to beat out Kenny Pickett for the starting job. Then the guys pivot to the draft, trading their hot takes about some of the hottest prospects. How many QBs will go in the first round? Could Ashton Jeanty go to the Dallas Cowboys? Will Cam Ward be the rookie of the year or will he be ruined by the Tennessee Titans? We don't know, but we'll speculate!

(4:40) - Browns sign Joe Flacco
(14:45) - How many QBs go in round one?
(27:45) - Who’s the first wide receiver drafted (besides Hunter)?
(36:25) - Where does Ashton Jeanty land?
(42:00) - Cam Ward bold predictions
(49:05) - What will Giants do at 3 overall?
(50:55) - What will Patriots do at 4 overall?
(54:20) - Steelers will be forced to take a QB

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2025 NFL Draft Big Board Battle & Deion Sanders talks advising Shedeur, Travis Hunter & Shilo | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:18:33 +0000

Now that we're officially 2 weeks away from the 2025 NFL Draft, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to break down their latest big boards. They discuss the biggest differences between their rankings and guys that made the biggest jumps from their previous big boards. We finish up the episode with C Mac's interview with Colorado head coach Deion Sanders. They talk about Coach Prime's sons Shedeur and Shilo entering the draft. They also chat about the viability of Colorado two-way player and Heisman winner Travis Hunter playing WR and CB in the NFL. It's a fun show that you don't want to miss!

(3:50) - 5 biggest differences on our big boards

(32:10) - New additions to the top 50

(43:55) - Biggest risers

(52:35) - Guys we’re higher on

(1:11:25) - Coach Prime joins the show!

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Is Shedeur Sanders' ball-patting overblown? + Travis Hunter to the Browns? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (frank schwab, jori epstein) — Tue, 8 Apr 2025 17:34:26 +0000

Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein dive into the Colorado Showcase fallout and what it means for the NFL Draft. Plus, they discuss who could be the new Geno Smith and if the veteran QB is making a comeback.

We are a few days removed from the Colorado Pro Day, "Showcase," that got everyone talking. Is Shedeur Sanders patting the ball really that big of a deal? Does Travis Hunter to the Cleveland Browns feel inevitable? Is playing both ways in the NFL realistic? Frank and Jori answer all of these questions and they give their thoughts on how the pre-draft process in the NFL might be changing with new trends in player workouts.

They also discuss how the rise of veteran quarterbacks getting second (and third) chances in the NFL may have an impact on this year's NFL Draft. How long will the marriage between Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders last? Someone thinks Tom Brady may have an impact to that answer. Last year there was Sam Darnold, Geno before him, who might be the new veteran quarterback to revitalize his career with a fresh start? So many questions, leading to so many more questions, and a few answers. Let's take a look at some Inside Coverage of the NFL today.

(1:20) - Colorado Pro Day fallout: Shedeur Sanders

(19:40) - Colorado Pro Day fallout: Travis Hunter

(27:40) - Will Travis Hunter skipping testing matter?

(39:20) - Predicting veterans who could have a Geno-like career revival

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Wide Receivers with Matt Harmon | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 8 Apr 2025 01:09:29 +0000

For our final 2025 NFL Drat position preview, Nate Tice welcomes Matt Harmon to the show to talk wide receivers. Starting with Colorado's Travis Hunter and working their way through the rest of the class, Nate and Matt break down strengths and weaknesses for each wideout and give their player comparisons and team fits. The two agree that this is a much deeper class than advertised. You don't want to miss it!

(3:25) General thoughts about this year's WR class

(6:50) Travis Hunter, Colorado

(18:06) Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona

(27:31) Matthew Golden, Texas

(37:02) Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State

(44:42) Luther Burden III, Missouri

(51:28) Jayden Higgins, Iowa State

(59:25) Jack Bech, TCU

(1:06:01) Tre Harris, Ole Miss

(1:13:36) Jalen Royals, Utah State

(1:19:01) Elic Ayomanor, Stanford

(1:25:30) Jaylin Noel, Iowa State

(1:31:01) Isaiah Bond, Texas

(1:33:33) Xavier Restrepo, Miami

(1:36:59) Our favorite under-the-radar WR prospects

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Quarterbacks with Dane Brugler | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Apr 2025 19:15:53 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Dane Brugler of the Athletic to break down the quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft class. They start off by talking about their overall impressions of this year's class and how it compares to years past. Then they dive deep on Miami's Cam Ward, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart. Then they discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Alabama's Jalen Milroe, Louisville's Tyler Shough and more!

(4:00) - General vibes of this year’s QB class

(9:00) - Cam Ward, Miami

(26:00) - Shedeur Sanders, Colorado

(38:00) - Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss

(50:00) - Jalen Milroe, Alabama

(59:20) - Tyler Shough, Louisville

(1:06:25) - Quinn Ewers, Texas

(1:08:35) - Riley Leonard, Notre Dame

(1:11:55) - Lightning round!

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Patriots trade Joe Milton to the Cowboys?! + Is Cam Ward the Titans' soul mate? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 3 Apr 2025 16:54:02 +0000

Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein dive into the strange situation of direct negotiations between Jerry Jones and Micah Parsons. They also explore the potential contract scenarios involving Trey Hendrickson, questioning if the Cincinnati Bengals are handling his situation wisely.

As the NFL Draft looms, Fitz, Frank, and Jori share their thoughts on the Tennessee Titans’ strategy for picking first overall— can Cam Ward be the one to transform the franchise? Plus, what do the Cleveland Browns mean when they say they'll 'skew young' at quarterback? Jori also shares insight from the owner's meetings on why the vote on the tush push ban was delayed and the trio react to the New England Patriots trading Joe Milton to the Dallas Cowboys.

(2:01) Micah Parsons contract drama continues

(18:07) Trey Hendrickson stuck in negotiations

(27:06) Are Titans all-in on Cam Ward?

(38:08) Browns to 'skew young' at QB

(45:01) Are Saints a good fit for Shedeur Sanders?

(50:32) Tush push ban vote delayed

(55:56) Joe Milton traded to Cowboys

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Jerry Jones cuts out Micah Parsons' agent? 7 key owner's meetings takeaways | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 1 Apr 2025 20:16:03 +0000

On today's show, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab give their takes on the biggest headlines coming out of the NFL owners' meetings. They kick things off reacting to reports that Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones offered Micah Parsons the largest non-quarterback contract in NFL history...without involving his agent. Then, they reflect on Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam admitting that the franchise made a mistake trading for Deshaun Watson and discuss what that means for the teams future as they try to dig their way out of that hole. Next, they discuss New York Jets owner Woody Johnson calling the NFLPA report cards "totally bogus" after he was the only owner to get an "F." The guys don't hold back their thoughts on Johnson's comments.

They wrap things up with an enthusiastic chat about the rule change votes, starting with the tush push ban proposal which was tabled until May. They also debate the new overtime rule change, electronic first downs and the updated dynamic kickoff. It's another fun show that you don't want to miss!

(1:25) - Cowboys make new offer directly to Micah Parsons

(13:50) - Browns owner admits Watson was a “swing and a miss”

(30:35) - Woody Johnson calls NFLPA report cards “bogus”

(39:30) - Tush push ban vote postponed until May

(49:00) - Reactions to new rule changes

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Defensive Backs & Linebackers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 22:45:14 +0000

We continue our draft coverage with a defensive deep dive on today's show! Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the top cornerback, safety and linebacker prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft class, starting with Heisman winner Travis Hunter. They evaluate the two-way player as a cornerback (stay tuned for his WR deep dive next week) and imagine how they'd like to see him used by an NFL team. Later in the show, Nate sits down with UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger.

(2:55) - Travis Hunter, Colorado

(11:10) - Will Johnson, Michigan

(16:40) - Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina

(22:30) - Jahdae Barron, Texas

(26:50) - Benjamin Morrison & Maxwell Hairston

(32:15) - CBs outside our top 50

(34:35) - Malaki Starks, Georgia

(39:20) - Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina

(43:50) - Andrew Mukuba, Texas

(47:40) - Xavier Watts, Notre Dame

(49:25) - Jalon Walker, Georgia

(54:55) - Jihaad Campbell, Alabama

(1:00:45) - Carson Schwesinger, UCLA

(1:04:25) - Carson Schwesinger joins the show

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Kirk Cousins sparks Browns trade rumors after Cleveland-area Chipotle visit | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 17:03:51 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab are back and reacting to the latest news in the NFL pre-Draft cycle. First, they question what the New York Giants quarterback room will look like with Russell Wilson joining the team on a 1-year deal. Are the G-Men still eyeing a QB in the 2025 draft class? And where does Jameis Winston fit into all of this? Then, they discuss projected No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward and how evaluators view his potential. Later in the show, C Rob breaks down the reasons why the Minnesota Vikings are hesitant to close the door on Aaron Rodgers and how the Steelers factor into all of this. Finally, the guys discuss the Kirk Cousins rumors created by his visit to a Cleveland-area Chipotle. What are the Browns' plans at QB? We try our best to figure it out on today's episode!

(1:05) - What the Russell Wilson signing means for the Giants

(9:30) - Titans’ lack of QB moves makes Cam Ward a lock?

(22:00) - What does Stefon Diggs bring to New England?

(26:40) - Where does Aaron Rodgers end up?

(38:20) - What the heck is going on in Cleveland?

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Offensive Line with Mike Tice! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 23:40:00 +0000

We're bringing you a VERY special episode as we approach the 2025 NFL Draft! On today's show, Nate is joined by his dad Mike Tice who shares his unique insights as the former head coach and offensive line coach of the Minnesota Vikings and an 11-year NFL veteran. Nate and Mike talk about the top offensive linemen in the NFL draft, evaluating their strengths and weaknesses as well as where they'd fit best on an NFL line. It's a family affair that you DON'T want to miss!

(1:35) - Coach Tice’s qualifications as an OL expert

(9:30) - Will Campbell, LSU

(14:50) - Armand Membou, Missouri

(19:30) - Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas

(23:05) - Josh Simmons, Ohio State

(30:10) - Tyler Booker, Alabama

(36:25) - Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon

(42:05) - Grey Zabel, North Dakota St

(46:00) - Donovan Jackson, Ohio State

(49:10) - Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota

(54:20) - Marcus Mbow, Purdue

(57:55) - Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona

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NFL's 6 BIGGEST quarterback questions: Is Cam Ward worth the first overall pick? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:10:08 +0000

Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein are back with another edition of Inside Coverage, this episode they are asking their biggest lingering quarterback questions. As the free agency dust settles and the NFL Draft approaches, Frank and Jori mull over the New York Giants signing Jameis Winston to a 2-year deal, Cam Ward's draft grades and Brock Purdy's contract situation with the San Francisco 49ers. You don't want to miss it!

(3:10) - Who’s the Giants’ starting quarterback?

(21:25) - Is Cam Ward a lock for the first overall pick?

(32:35) - Should 49ers give Brock Purdy $60M+?

(39:10) - What should expectations be for J.J. McCarthy?

(43:45) - Who’s going to start Week 1 for the Browns?

(48:00) - Where does Kirk Cousins play in 2025?

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Edge Rushers & Defensive Line + Landon Jackson interview | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 01:55:52 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with an absolutely PACKED preview of the 2025 draft class, focusing on edge rushers and the defensive line. Diving deep on. Penn State's Abdul Carter, Marshall's Mike Green, Michigan's Mason Graham and more, they dive deep on the strengths and weaknesses of each player. Then Charles sits down with Arkansas DE Landon Jackson, where they discuss the edge rusher's decision to prove his doubters wrong at the NFL combine. You don't want to miss this XXL episode!

(3:21) Jameis Winston signs with Giants

(6:05) Cam Ward Pro Day

(8:09) Aaron Rodgers visits Steelers

(9:31) D Line + Edge NFL Draft prospect preview

(10:08) Abdul Cater, Penn State

(17:17) Mykel Williams, Georgia

(24:39) Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M

(33:39) Mike Green, Marshall

(40:19) James Pearce Jr., Tennessee

(49:15) Landon Jackson, Arkansas

(53:25) JT Tuimoloau & Jack Sawyer, Ohio State

(57:05) Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss

(58:43) Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College

(59:49) Under the radar edge rushers

(1:03:20) Mason Graham, Michigan

(1:08:03) Kenneth Grant, Michigan

(1:12:51) Walter Nolen, Ole Miss

(1:17:38) Derrick Harmon, Oregon

(1:20:59) Tyleik Williams, Ohio State

(1:23:49) Deone Walker, Kentucky

(1:30:41) 4i defense explained

(1:39:51) Interview with Arkansas DE Landon Jackson

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Deion Sanders threatens to expose coach who called Shedeur ‘arrogant' at Big 12 Pro Day | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:27:10 +0000

Jason Fitz and Charles Robinson are back for another edition of Inside Coverage. On today's show they break down Deion Sanders' comments on reports that an NFL QB coach called his son, Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders "arrogant." The guys discuss the perception of Shedeur and what it means for his draft stock. They also discuss the latest updates in Aaron Rodgers talks with the Minnesota Vikings. Later on in the show, they discuss some of the proposed rule changes teams have submitted to the league. Fitz and C Rob give their unfiltered opinions on the Detroit Lions' proposal to change the playoff format and the Philadelphia Eagles' proposal to change the overtime rules. You don't wanna miss it!

(2:59) Are teams ready for the Shedeur Sanders experience?

(28:56) Vikings putting Aaron Rodgers on the back burner

(35:30) Lions submit rule changes to the NFL

(49:31) Eagles submit OT rule change

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Our BIGGEST post-free agency questions: Vikings, Giants, 49ers & more! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:49:07 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with the biggest questions on their mind for NFL teams as we are in the full swing of free agency and looking ahead to the draft. They kick things off with an interesting conversation about the Minnesota Vikings and J.J. McCarthy, with rumors swirling that the team is considering signing Aaron Rodgers. They also discuss quarterback questions for the New York Giants, the future of the Seattle Seahawks offense and more! The guys wrap things up with a couple of their favorite team fits from their latest mock draft.

(3:02) Biggest questions: Vikings Giants, Bengals, Dolphins

(30:48) Biggest questions: Seahawks, 49ers, Browns, Falcons, Saints

(59:17) Panning for Prospects: Grey Zabel & Tyler Warren

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Aaron Rodgers is playing QB musical chairs + Do WR deals make the Bengals better? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 21:02:07 +0000

Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab are back with another edition of Inside Coverage. They start with a conversation about the Cincinnati Bengals paying Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, discussing what it means for their Super Bowl chances and how it affects Trey Hendrickson's contract negotiantions. Then, they move on to a riveting discussion on the NFL teams that are still looking for a quarterback. Who will be left without a spot in this game on QB musical chairs? Where do Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson end up? Will Kirk Cousins sit behind Michael Penix Jr. or will he be traded? All that and more on today's episode!

(3:35) - Was extending Chase & Higgins the right move?
(25:50) - Why the Falcons are keeping Kirk Cousins
(31:00) - Is Aaron Rodgers a good fit for the Vikings?
(43:50) - Is Aaron Rodgers a good fit for the Steelers?
(52:20) - Could Russell Wilson be left without a starting job?

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2025 NFL Draft Rankings: Running backs & Tight Ends deep dive with Nate Tice and Trevor Sikkema | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 22:17:07 +0000

On this special episode of Football 301, Nate Tice is joined by PFF's lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema to preview the running backs and tight ends in the 2025 NFL Draft class. But first, Nate and Trevor react to the news that Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins have signed contract extensions with the Cincinnati Bengals. Then, they move onto the running backs starting with Boise State's Ashton Jeanty. Eventually, the two move to tight ends, diving deep on Penn State's Tyler Warren and Michigan's Colston Loveland.

(2:40) - Bengals extend Ja’Marr Chase & Tee Higgins

(10:15) - The changing WR & DB markets

(16:25) - RB class position preview

(54:10) - TE class position preview

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Cowboys Beef: DeMarcus Lawrence vs Micah Parsons Breakdown + NFL Free Agency Winners & Losers | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:07:25 +0000

Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson are back with another #feistyfriday edition of Inside Coverage, this time they're coming out of the gate with some beef! The guys break down DeMarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons' back-and-forth over the Dallas Cowboys and question whether Lawrence's comments reflect something deeper going on in the locker room. Then they move on to Frank's winners and losers of free agency, discussing two NFC North rivals in depth. They wrap things up with a conversation about what this week's free agency moves mean for the upcoming draft and how it may impact players like Ohio State RB Quinshon Judkins, Penn State TE Tyler Warren and Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders.

(00:30) - Cowboys beef: Lawrence & Parsons throw shade
(15:50) - Free agency winners
(37:30) - Free agency losers
(49:00) - Draft ramifications of free agency

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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald's 10 FAVORITE free agent fits | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:36:13 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald deliver a comprehensive roundup of the first week of NFL free agency on this edition of Football 301. They each share their top 5 favorite signings, analyzing both headline-making moves and underrated pickups that could shake up team dynamics. With a keen eye on enhancing team rosters, Nate and Charles discuss how specific free agent fits, like Robert Spillane for the New England Patriots and Davante Adams for the Los Angeles Rams, offer new potential.

The duo also questions the decision-making process behind the Indianapolis Colts signing Daniel Jones and break down the ramifications of the impending QB battle between the former New York Giant and third-year player Anthony Richardson. Plus, they go Panning for Prospects and highlight compelling soon-to-be draftees Marshall's EDGE Mike Green and Miami's RB Damien Martinez and TE Elijah Arroyo.

(4:15) - Favorite free agent fit #1
(9:05) - Favorite free agent fit #2
(12:50) - Favorite free agent fit #3
(16:40) - Favorite free agent fit #4
(27:20) - Favorite free agent fit #5
(31:10) - Favorite free agent fit #6
(35:35) - Favorite free agent fit #7
(41:25) - Favorite free agent fit #8
(47:20) - Favorite free agent fit #9
(50:50) - Favorite free agent fit #10
(54:40) - Other interesting FA signings
(1:04:15) - Panning for Prospects: Mike Green, Damien Martinez & Elijah Arroyo

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NFL Free Agency Fallout: What's Aaron Rodgers next move? Is Russ done cooking? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:30:31 +0000

Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson dive deep into the quarterback carousel on this episode of Inside Coverage. As the landscape of NFL quarterbacks shifts, the trio dissects key movements around the league including the surprising Geno Smith move to the Las Vegas Raiders and Sam Darnold's new chapter with the Seattle Seahawks. They also discuss the future of Aaron Rodgers and why that may spell trouble for Russell Wilson's tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Get insights into the impact of these changes on the players and teams involved, and the potential ripple effects on the upcoming NFL season. Tune in for expert analysis and stay ahead of the game!

(2:05) QB carousel: Where do Rodgers and Russ land?

(19:38) What does Darnold signing mean for Seattle and Minnesota?

(32:14) NFC North teams make big moves

(42:05) What are the Texans doing with their O-Line?

(51:57) Is drafting more important than singing a free agent?

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Free Agency Grades: Darnold to Seattle, Fields to the Jets, Adams to LA! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 23:08:52 +0000

Join hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon on Football 301 as they dive into the whirlwind of NFL free agency madness. In this episode, they tackle the big trades of the weekend, including Geno Smith heading to the Raiders and DK Metcalf's move to the Steelers, dissecting the implications for each team. Nate and Matt also explore the intriguing signings of Sam Darnold and Justin Fields, evaluating how they'll impact the Seahawks and the Jets, respectively. Their expert insights provide a fresh perspective on how these moves could shake up the league. Don't miss their take on the Rams' strategic addition of Davante Adams. Click play to uncover all the action, and remember to like, comment, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more in-depth analyses!

(4:00) - Seahawks trade Geno & DK, sign Sam Darnold

(29:45) - Jets sign Justin Fields

(34:50) - Rams sign Davante Adams

(44:15) - Commanders trade for Laremy Tunsil

(50:30) - Lightning round grades: Patriots, Bucs & more

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Why Shedeur Sanders is THE story of the ’25 NFL Draft; Sam Darnold's market lower than expected | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 7 Mar 2025 18:25:55 +0000

Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson look ahead to the 2025 NFL Draft’s top story: Shedeur Sanders. With various mock drafts projecting Sanders from as high the second pick to as low as the second round, where will Shedeur ultimately land? Plus, Sanders already carries himself like an elite NFL quarterback, but can he REALLY be one? The trio also look at Shedeur’s dual-threat teammate, Travis Hunter, and make some way-too-early draft predictions.

Fitz, Frank & C Rob also debate the future of quarterback Sam Darnold and his role in the Minnesota Vikings' plans for next season. If the market value for Darnold is weaker than initially projected, does it make sense for him to stay in Minnesota, or is the threat of yet another QB battle too much for him to bear?

(00:30) - Shedeur Sanders is the story of the draft

(25:15) - How Travis Hunter fits into the top five

(29:30) - Predicting the top 3 picks of the 2025 NFL Draft

(39:00) - Why Sam Darnold's market is lower than expected

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Is Jaxson Dart REALLY a first-round pick? + defensive free agency preview | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Mar 2025 22:44:40 +0000

Nate Tice is back with Charles McDonald on Football 301 to preview the exciting world of NFL free agency, focusing on the defensive side of the ball and highlighting the top players hitting the market and some under-the-radar gems that might be overlooked. They discuss potential signings, team fits, and sound the alarm on a few buyer beware situations.

Then Nate and Charles shift gears to analyze some prospects they've been keeping an eye on. From the versatile tight end Harold Fannin Jr. out of Bowling Green to Iowa State wide receiver Jalen Noel, they share insights and comparisons, leaving no stone unturned. They delve into the quarterback conundrum with Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart and wrap up with a brief yet insightful take on the running back Dylan Sampson of Tennessee.

Don't forget to check out their newly released top 50 big boards available on Yahoo Sports, as they drop nuggets on what to expect in the upcoming NFL draft. Whether you’re tuning in on your favorite podcast platform or catching the visuals on YouTube, this episode is crafted for draft enthusiasts and free agency followers alike. Stay ahead of the curve and catch all this and more in today’s deep-dive episode of Football 301!

(3:22) Bears add Jackson & Thuney to O-line

(12:21) DK Metcalf requests trade

(18:24) Free agency preview: Interior defensive line

(26:13) Free agency preview: Edge rusher

(34:32) Free agency preview: Linebacker

(42:41) Free agency preview: Cornerback

(49:20) Free agency preview: Safety

(54:59) Panning for prospects: TE Harold Fannin Jr.

(1:03:51) Panning for prospects: WR Jaylin Noel

(1:08:07) Panning for prospects: QB Jaxson Dart

(1:17:29) Panning for prospects: RB Dylan Sampson

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What does Saquon Barkley deal mean for the RB market? + franchise tag deadline | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 5 Mar 2025 00:44:48 +0000

Jori Epstein and Jason Fitz are back with an absolutely packed episode fresh off of the NFL’s franchise tag deadline. They kick things off with an interesting discussion about Saquon Barkley’s 41.2M contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles that made him the highest paid RB in the history of the league. Then they move on to the franchise tag deadline, discussing reports that Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings are still working on a deal despite the QB not being tagged. Later in the show Jori breaks down her winners and losers of the franchise tag deadline, where she talks through the implications of the New York Jets releasing WR Davante Adams and the San Francisco 49ers trading Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. We finish out the show with Jori’s takeaways from last week’s NFL Combine and she shares what she heard from teams about Alabama QB Jalen Milroe.

(00:50) - How Saquon’s extension impacts the rest of the NFL

(11:50) - Franchise tag deadline news roundup

(30:10) - Franchise tag deadline winners

(36:05) - Franchise tag deadline losers

(46:35) - Combine takeaways: Hunter, Jeanty, Milroe

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Mock Draft Monday: 7 fits we love + 2 sleepers we'd stand on the table for

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 3 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

It's the Football 301-Yahoo Fantasy Forecast crossover that's not really a crossover. The boys you know and love on both feeds are here to kill two pod birds with one mock draft stone. Matt Harmon, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald put a bow on our Scouting Combine coverage on Radio Row by sharing their 7 favorite prospect fits in their latest mock draft. To end the show, Tice and McDonald share 1 sleeper prospect they'd literally stand on the table for. McDonlad also tries the famous St. Elmo's shrimp cocktail and chaos ensues.

(3:00) - Nate's first fit: Georgia LB Jalon Walker to Arizona Cardinals

(6:30) - Charles' first fit: North Carolina RB Omarion Hampton to Washington Commanders

(9:45) - Nate's second fit: Penn State TE Tyler Warren to Seattle Seahawks

(14:45) - Charles' second fit: Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell to Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(19:20) - Nate's third fit: Texas DB Jahdae Barron to Minnesota Vikings

(21:50) - Charles' third fit: Georgia S Malaki Starks to Miami Dolphins

(26:50) - Nate's fourth fit: Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery to Kansas City Chiefs

(30:00) - Stand on the table: Nate and Charles share their favorite sleeper prospect

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Matthew Stafford returning to the Rams + Is Shedeur Sanders' draft stock falling? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 20:31:52 +0000

Jason Fitz and Charles Robinson are joined by Jori Epstein from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis to debut a new segment - “News or Noise.” They start the show talking about breaking news - Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams have reached an agreement on a restructured deal. C Rob makes the point that Stafford likely looked at Aaron Rodgers’ tenure with the New York Jets and factored that into his decision. Next, the crew discusses whether Shedeur Sanders’ draft stock is falling to QB3 behind Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart.

Then Fitz, C-Rob and Jori run through more news, including reports that the Packers are listening to offers for CB Jaire Alexander, rumors that the Colts are interested in making a play for QB Daniel Jones and the Chiefs franchise tagging Trey Smith. They also discuss Bill Belichick appearing on off-season Hard Knocks with the UNC Tar Heels football team, how the Cowboys giving Osa Odighizuwa a massive extension may affect Micah Parsons' future in Dallas and the NFL trying to add an 18th game to the schedule.

(2:35) - News or noise: Stafford staying in LA

(12:15) - News or noise: Shedeur Sanders’ draft stock falling

(25:35) - News or noise: Packers taking offers for Jaire Alexander

(27:15) - News or noise: Colts interested in Daniel Jones

(29:40) - News or noise: Chiefs plan to franchise tag Trey Smith

(34:00) - UNC to be featured on offseason Hard Knocks

(37:05) - News or noise: Cowboys plans to extend Osa Odighizuwa

(45:55) - News or noise: NFL will try to negotiate 18th game this summer

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Ashton Jeanty to the Cowboys? + Does Abdul Carter's injury affect his draft stock? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:56:39 +0000

Matt Harmon takes over hosting duties today with Nate under the weather, but don’t you worry! Matt and Charles McDonald are still on the ground at the combine in Indianapolis ready to give you their latest draft takes. They start with a conversation about Ashton Jeanty, with C Mac saying he could see the Boise State RB paired with Dan Prescott on the Dallas Cowboys offense. They move on to discuss wide receivers, debating which tiers they would place Trey Harris and Tetairoa McMillan into, and this year’s strong tight end class.

After that, they talk about Penn State DE Abdul Carter’s foot injury and what it means for his draft stock. Then they mull over what the Tennessee Titans should do with the No. 1 overall pick and praise the generational talent of Heisman winner Travis Hunter.

We close out the episode with a conversation between Nate Tice, C Mac and Thursday Night Football analytics expert Sam Schwartzstein. The trio cover whether or not the NFL’s new kickoff rule was a success, Sam’s funniest Jim Harbaugh story from his Stanford days and much more!

(2:30) - Skill position draft overview: running backs

(12:50) - Skill position draft overview: wide receivers

(19:00) - Skill position draft overview: tight ends

(26:20) - Will Abdul Carter’s injury affect the top of the draft?

(37:05) - Charles’ counter-culture draft takes

(40:55) - Sam Schwartzstein joins the show!

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Browns see Travis Hunter as a WR + Jets FAIL NFLPA Report Card | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:24:16 +0000

In today’s show Jori Epstein joins Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab from Indianapolis at the NFL Scouting Combine to talk about the latest news around the league. They start by talking about Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry saying he sees two-way prospect Travis Hunter as primarily playing receiver in the NFL. Then they talk about Cincinnati Bengals executive Duke Tobin saying that he wants to make Ja’Marr Chase the top-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.

Next, they address the rumors that Matthew Stafford is exploring the trade market, with the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants among the notable teams that are interested. Fitz also goes off on the Green Bay Packers for asking the NFL to ban the “tush push.” They close things out by talking about the NFLPA’s report cards being released, discussing New York Jets owner Woody Johnson being voted as the worst owner in the league.

(2:58) Browns see Travis Hunter as a WR

(14:11) Bengals want to pay Ja’Marr Chase

(21:51) Latest Matthew Stafford rumors

(35:51) Packers ask the NFL to ban the “tush push”

(39:58) NFLPA report cards

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NFL Combine preview: Is Travis Hunter a better WR or CB? + Jim Harbaugh interview | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 20:01:20 +0000

In this very special edition of Football 301 Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald from radio row in Indianapolis at the 2025 NFL Combine. The guys talk about the players they have their eyes on this week, including Heisman award winner and Colorado WR/CB Travis Hunter, Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan, Miami QB Cam Ward and more! Then Nate speaks to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh about marrying his run-first run style with QB Justin Herbert.

(2:40) - General Combine preview

(5:20) - Prospect to watch: DT Deone Walker

(8:00) - Prospect to watch: OT Will Campbell

(12:10) - Prospect to watch: WR/CB Travis Hunter

(16:10) - Tight end class talk

(18:50) - Prospect to watch: LB Jihaad Campbell

(22:00) - Prospect to watch: WR Tet McMillan

(24:25) - Cam Ward & players skipping drills

(29:30) - CB Will Johnson & more prospects to watch

(36:10) - Jim Harbaugh joins the show!

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10 most interesting teams in free agency: Chiefs, Bears, Vikings & more | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:34 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are back and taking a look at all things free agency, starting with the Kansas City Chiefs who have several key free agents hitting the market including guard Trey Smith. Then the guys discuss the Buffalo Bills’ need for an elite WR1 to pair with the MVP talent of quarterback Josh Allen and the what the New Orleans Saints should do with QB Derek Carr and their salary cap.

They spend the back half of the episode counting down the top 10 most interesting teams in free agency, discussing the Los Angeles Rams and the Matthew Stafford trade rumors, whether the Pittsburgh Steelers can put up with the circus that surrounds Aaron Rodgers and the Washington Commanders plans to build around Offensive Rookie of the Year Jayden Daniels.

(2:30) - Chiefs have some big decisions to make

(18:40) - Do the Bills need to find a WR?

(25:40) - Can the Saints finally hit the reset button?

(34:15) - Top 10 free agency teams: 10-6

(49:45) - Top 10 free agency teams: 5-1

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Offseason needs for EVERY NFC team: Do the Giants draft a QB? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 23:35:44 +0000

Off the heels of Monday’s AFC episode, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are breaking down the biggest offseason needs for every NFC team, starting with the Dallas Cowboys and the rest of the NFC East. Then they move on to the NFC West, questioning what the Los Angeles Rams will do if they in fact trade wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and the NFC South, diving deep into the New Orleans Saints’ disastrous salary cap situation. They finish up the show with the NFC North, taking a look at what the Chicago Bears need to do to support quarterback Caleb Williams and new head coach Ben Johnson.

(2:52) NFC East

(29:35) NFC West

(49:42) NFC South

(1:10:10) NFC North

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Eagles’ Super Bowl Shock, Mahomes’ Legacy, & Canelo’s Next Fight

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 05:39:26 +0000

The McCoy & Van Noy season finale dives deep into the biggest sports debates of the moment. Did the Eagles just end the Chiefs’ dynasty in Super Bowl LIX? Has Jalen Hurts finally proven he’s an elite QB? Plus, we break down Canelo Álvarez’s next fight, Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show reaction, and what’s next for Travis Kelce and the Chiefs. Stick around for playoff analysis, bold predictions, and a look ahead to the biggest offseason storylines. Don’t miss this one!

00:00 - Welcome to McCoy & Van Noy

02:26 - Canelo’s Next Title Fight & Tank’s Latest Challenge

04:13 - Eagles' Stunning Super Bowl LIX Victory Over Chiefs

08:00 - Jalen Hurts' Legacy: Is He Officially an Elite QB?

17:58 - What’s Next for Kansas City After Their Super Bowl Defeat?

31:46 - Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show: Legendary or Letdown?

43:06 - The Future of Travis Kelce: One More Year or Retirement?

47:26 - Thanks for listening!

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Cowboys fans, you’re not special! BRUTAL honesty about all 32 NFL teams | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:11:34 +0000

NFL fans, buckle up! Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are here to give you a dose of reality and NO team is safe. Starting with the Kansas City Chiefs, the guys go team by team and pour cold water on the hopes and dreams of every franchise. Is this finally the Cowboys’ year? Will Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson be a match made in heaven? Probably not! And we’ll tell you why.

(4:40) - AFC West
(11:05) - AFC South
(20:00) - AFC North
(28:45) - AFC East
(38:15) - NFC East
(46:10) - NFC North
(52:00) - NFC South
(56:40) - NFC West

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What should the Jets do at QB? Assessing the biggest needs for all 16 AFC teams | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:53:05 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back to break down the biggest needs for every single AFC team. But first, they debut a new segment as we approach the NFL Draft and focus on Arizona WR Tet McMillan. Then they pivot to the AFC East, where they question what the New York Jets plan to do at quarterback after the team announced they are parting ways with Aaron Rodgers. After that, the guys discuss the AFC North, diving into the biggest needs for the Cincinnati Bengals to place around Joe Burrow and the Steelers quarterback conundrum. Nate and Matt wrap things up with the AFC South and West, asking why the Jacksonville Jaguars still don’t have a general manager and suggesting free agent QB Sam Darnold as a good fit for the Las Vegas Raiders.

(6:10) - Prospect of the Week: Tet McMillan

(14:20) - AFC East

(32:15) - AFC North

(51:10) - AFC South

(1:06:45) - AFC West

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Are Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders’ draft stocks FALLING already? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 18:10:44 +0000

Jason Fitz and Charles Robinson are back for another edition of Inside Coverage as we turn the page on the NFL season and head towards the draft. But first they question how the Kansas City Chiefs demoralizing Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles affects their future. They also explore if other AFC contenders like the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills should take a page out of the Eagles’ book and beef up their defensive lines.

Then they shift focus to the NFL Draft and take a look at whether the draft stock of University of Miami quarterback Cam Ward and Colorado quarterback Shedder Sanders is falling. They move on to speculate on the futures of some veteran quarterbacks who may be on the move this offseason including Matthew Stafford, Sam Darnold and Aaron Rodgers.

(00:55) - Do Chiefs need to rethink things after Super Bowl loss?

(23:00) - Is the 2025 QB class slipping already?

(40:00) - Will the Rams trade Matthew Stafford?

(47:35) - Offseason QB changes: Stafford first domino to fall?

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What’s next for Aaron Rodgers? Breaking down the NFL offseason’s biggest questions | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 14 Feb 2025 01:10:49 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to talk about all of the biggest storylines and questions looming over the NFL this offseason. They kick things off talking about Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets parting ways, discussing possible landing spots for the 41-year-old quarterback. They also speculate about the futures of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel.

Then they zoom out to discuss the franchises that have the biggest questions to answer, starting with the New Orleans Saints and their new head coach Kellen Moore. They also ponder on what the Tennessee Titans will do with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, the contract saga between the Cincinnati Bengals and Ja’Marr Chase and the Jacksonville Jaguars general manager vacancy. They finish the show out with some mailbag questions!

(4:30) What’s next for Aaron Rodgers?

(11:38) Will the Rams trade Matthew Stafford?

(19:59) Where will Sam Darnold end up?

(27:50) Will the 49ers grant Deebo Samuel’s trade request?

(31:49) Kellen Moore takes over in New Orleans

(41:25) What will the Titans do with the #1 pick?

(48:25) What’s going on with the Bengals?

(52:57) Why don’t the Jags have a GM?

(59:46) Mailbag!

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Saints hire Kellen Moore, Jets DROP Aaron Rodgers & dawn of an Eagles DYNASTY? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:29:28 +0000

Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein return from Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans to reflect on the Philadelphia Eagles dominant win over the Kansas City Chiefs and what that means for the future of the Eagles. But first they address the breaking news that Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is set to become the head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Then they touch on the reports that the New York Jets are planning to move on from Aaron Rodgers this offseason, discussing possible landing spots for the veteran QB.

The pair then question whether or not this is the start of an Eagles dynasty, as the NFC looks wide open for Philadelphia’s taking for the foreseeable future. Jori also shares her observations from the celebrations in Philly’s locker room and praises the togetherness of the Eagles. They close out the show by discussing how the perception has shifted for Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni and Frank draws surprising parallels between Hurts and Hall of Famer Troy Aikman.

(00:40) - Saints hire HC Kellen Moore

(10:40) - Aaron Rodgers and the Jets part ways

(18:25) - Are the Eagles the next great dynasty?

(38:45) - Jalen Hurts’ growing legacy

(50:55) - Nick Sirianni: from hot seat to champion

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Super Bowl LIX recap & analysis with Nate Tice & Matt Harmon | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:52:39 +0000

In this special episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join you live to break down the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Nate and Matt discuss what went wrong for Kansas City and what made Philadelphia’s roster construction and game plan so effective. The guys break down every key moment, from the Chiefs’ offensive line woes to the Eagles' defensive line getting after Patrick Mahomes all game long.

While the Chiefs couldn’t seem to get anything going on offense, with Rashee Rice missing and Travis Kelce struggling in both receiving and blocking, Matt and Nate pinpoint what went wrong. The Chiefs were constantly pressured by the Eagles' four-man rush, and even though the Chiefs' defense hung in there, giving up 40 points was too much to overcome. Nate explains the missed opportunities, like DeAndre Hopkins’ crucial drop and what the Chiefs will need to address in the offseason—like bolstering their offensive line and adding more talent to their receiver corps. For the first time in years, the future looks shaky for Kansas City.

But this episode isn't just about the Chiefs' struggles; the Eagles also deserve plenty of credit. From Nick Sirianni’s leadership to Howie Roseman’s masterful roster construction, Matt and Nate give praise to the Eagles for building a team that was built to win big. Whether it's Josh Sweat dominating up front or Cooper DeJean stepping up in big moments, the Eagles' commitment to their unique team-building strategy paid off. Looking ahead, Matt and Nate discuss the possibility of a Philadelphia Super Bowl repeat with Jalen Hurts leading the charge and Howie’s continued emphasis on bold strategic moves. Discussion around Drake's unfortunate Super Bowl night and other thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's halftime show wrap things up.

(1:20) - Eagles win the Super Bowl!

(19:40) - What went wrong for Kansas City

(33:00) - Breaking down the Eagles' dominance

(50:45) - Kendrick halftime show thoughts

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Nate Tice & Gerald McCoy’s Chiefs vs. Eagles Super Bowl LIX Breakdown

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 7 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Jason Fitz of Inside Coverage, Gerald McCoy of McCoy & Van Noy and Nate Tice of Football 301 link up for a very special NFL roundtable ahead of Super Bowl LIX live from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX. They share insight into how high level athletes prepare for the biggest games of their lives. The guys also discuss how to stop Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and what Andy Reid and Steve Spagnuolo have in store for Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley.

(2:05) What’s it like to prepare for a big game as a player?

(13:34) How can the Eagles stop Patrick Mahomes?

(24:22) Can Steve Spagnuolo stop Saquon Barkley?

(35:32) What makes Andy Reid so dangerous after a bye week?

(40:55) Can the Eagles attack the vulnerabilities on the Chiefs O-line?

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Chiefs vs. Eagles Super Bowl preview: Jalen Hurts' legacy, is Mahomes already the GOAT? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Feb 2025 22:48:31 +0000

Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab join forces from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX to go behind the scenes on the final game of the 2024 NFL season. With the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles, the crew analyzes what makes this game unique. The discussion kicks off with the “been there, done that” vibe surrounding both teams, setting the stage for a championship battle that feels routine, despite the high stakes.

As the conversation heats up, the focus shifts to the key players who will shape the outcome. Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson dive deep into the Eagles’ running game, especially with Saquon Barkley’s role as a potential game-changer. But will the Chiefs’ defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo have the tools to stop him? With historical implications on the line, the conversation also hits on the Chiefs' potential for a third straight Super Bowl win and how it would cement their dynasty among the greatest in sports. The crew reflects on Andy Reid’s legendary coaching career, Patrick Mahomes' clutch ability, and the role of key players like Travis Kelce and Xavier Worthy.

The panel also discusses Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni and their potential legacy riding on this game. The episode wraps with each panelist’s Super Bowl predictions, with Fitz, Jori, and Charles leaning toward the Chiefs while Frank sticks with the Eagles.

(3:40) - How will the rematch play out differently than last time?

(8:20) - How can Spags stop the Eagles offense?

(22:00) - Can Travis Kelce still take over a game?

(26:40) - What a three-peat would mean for the Chiefs legacy

(42:05) - Hurts and Sirianni's legacy on the line

(57:10) - Final Super Bowl picks

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McCoy & Van Noy's Super Bowl LIX Predictions + Micah Parsons & Trey Hendrickson join!

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Feb 2025 20:58:52 +0000

Before Super Bowl LIX, Kyle Van Noy and Gerald McCoy are joined by NFL stars Micah Parsons and Trey Hendrickson on the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl Radio Row in New Orleans. At the top of the show, McCoy and Van Noy share their final predictions for the Super Bowl and share their thoughts on Jimmy Butler being traded to the Golden State Warriors.

Hendrickson hops on to discuss his mindset and approach that helped him become one of the best pass rushers in the NFL. He also covers the Bengals just missing the playoffs.

Parsons joins the guys to react to Luka Doncic being traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. He also shares his connection with 2025 NFL Draft prospect Abdul Carter.

(0:00) Intro

(1:48) Kyle's first Pro Bowl

(8:03) Myles Garrett's trade request

(14:40) Jimmy Butler to the Warriors

(20:53) Super Bowl LIX predictions

(26:50) Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson

(36:22) Cowboys LB Micah Parsons

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Chiefs vs. Eagles Super Bowl deep dive & predictions plus Jayden Daniels joins! | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 5 Feb 2025 21:44:26 +0000

Nate Tice, Charles McDonald, and Matt Harmon come to you from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX to give their final thoughts and analysis on the ultimate matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. The guys kick things off with some banter about Charles' run-in with a New Orleans Saints fan Uber driver before diving deep into the key matchups of the big game.

As the guys analyze both sides of the ball, the conversation turns to the Chiefs' offense and their methodical style of play. One of the biggest battles to watch will be the Chiefs' offensive line trying to hold up against the Eagles' ferocious defensive line. The Chiefs have weaknesses on both sides of the ball, and the offensive line's ability to protect Patrick Mahomes may be the defining factor in this game. The run game, led by Isiah Pacheco, is a “snoozer matchup," as Matt has little confidence in KC's ability to pop any big runs.

Switching to the Eagles’ side of the ball, the guys dive into how Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley will look to exploit the Chiefs' defense. While Kansas City is good at stopping explosive runs, Saquon’s ability to break off big gains adds a layer of intrigue to the matchup. The Eagles’ offensive line, perhaps the most imposing group in the league, will aim to dominate in the trenches. However, the key to this game could be the play of the Chiefs' secondary—especially with standout cornerback Trent McDuffie facing a tall task against Philly’s wide receiver duo of A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. After all the analysis, the crew wraps up by giving their final predictions for the game.

Later, Nate and Charles are joined by Washington Commanders rookie phenom Jayden Daniels to break down his outstanding season, the finer details of Kliff Kingsbury's offense, building the ultimate receiver out of guys he's played with and more.

(2:25) - Chiefs offense vs. Eagles defense

(14:55) - Eagles offense vs. Chiefs defense

(29:20) - Jayden Daniels joins the show!

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Cooper Kupp & Myles Garrett landing spots, early Super Bowl takes & Kellen Moore to the Saints? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 4 Feb 2025 23:01:52 +0000

Your favorite NFL insiders—Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab—join forces live from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX to go behind the scenes on the latest headlines, trade talks and coaching moves that are shaping the future of the NFL. The crew digs into the Los Angeles Rams' decision to potentially trade star receiver Cooper Kupp. Is he washed, or could a contender still use his talents? Charles and Frank offer differing views on Kupp’s future, with Frank suggesting he’s nearing the end of the line, while Charles argues that a contending team could get great value out of him—despite his hefty contract. The conversation turns to the Cleveland Browns' star defensive end Myles Garrett, who’s recently requested a trade. Will the Browns actually move him?

Later, the gang dives into the saga of Kellen Moore and his potential fit with the New Orleans Saints—are the Saints gambling too much on this up-and-coming offensive mind? And with Chip Kelly taking over as the highest-paid coordinator in the NFL for the Las Vegas Raiders, could this signal a shift toward competency in Las Vegas? How much control does Tom Brady really have in the building, and could that change in the coming years?

As the episode wraps, the team shifts gears to discuss the looming Super Bowl matchup. Frank points to the Philadelphia Eagles’ laser focus as a sign they’re treating this game like a business trip, while Charles notes the Kansas City Chiefs’ seemingly casual attitude could come back to haunt them.

(2:10) - Cooper Kupp trade talks/best landing spots

(10:25) - Will the Browns actually trade Myles Garrett?

(26:00) - Why the Saints are taking a big risk with Kellen Moore

(40:05) - Raiders hire Chip Kelly

(52:45) - Early Super Bowl thoughts

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BOLD predictions for the 2025 season: Cowboys, Jaguars, Seahawks & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 3 Feb 2025 22:56:02 +0000

Hosts Nate Tice, Charles McDonald and Matt Harmon are live and in person at the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX as they react to some breaking news, give their favorite moments from the 2024 season and some spicy bold predictions to watch for in 2025. Kicking things off, the crew discusses Myles Garrett's breaking trade request. Which teams should be most interested? The conversation shifts to the Las Vegas Raiders, who made waves by hiring Chip Kelly as their offensive coordinator. What does this mean for their offense moving forward, and what kind of quarterback will Kelly look for?

Next, the trio dive into their favorite moments of the 2024 season, from the wild Washington Commanders Hail Mary to the Jameis Winston chaos on Monday Night Football, reminiscing on the standout plays that defined the year.

The gang wrap up the episode with bold predictions for the 2025 season, including breakout stars and teams poised to make a leap. Could the Jacksonville Jaguars surprise everyone and make a playoff push with some improvements to their offensive line? Will Anthony Richardson finally put it all together in 2025? Plus, could the Dallas Cowboys break their NFC Championship Game streak? The crew makes their predictions and debates the future of rising stars like Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Marvin Harrison Jr and more.

(2:10) - Myles Garrett requests a trade

(5:30) - Raiders hire OC Chip Kelly

(11:25) - Favorite moments from the 2024 NFL season

(29:20) - BOLD predictions for the 2025 season

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Senior Bowl Reaction with Dane Brugler: Jalen Milroe and Jaxson Dart disappoint + dark horse QBs | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:40:19 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Dane Brugler of the Athletic for a special preview of the 2025 NFL Draft class after the Senior Bowl. They start by talking about the consensus top-2 quarterback prospects in the draft class, the University of Miami’s Cam Ward and Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders. They then talk about whether Alabama’s Jalen Milroe or Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart made a compelling case for QB3 in their Senior Bowl workouts and discuss potential dark horse quarterbacks.

They move on to tight ends, one of the stronger position groups in this year’s class. Dane was really impressed by Miami’s Elijah Arroyo and LSU’s Mason Taylor. after their workouts Then the guys move on to their top offensive and defensive line prospects, and debate where Marshall’s Mike Green will end up after his viral moment. They finish the show up with a conversation about defensive tackles and defensive backs, then move on to wide receivers to round out the chat.

(5:10) - Quarterback class deep dive

(22:40) - Tight end class

(32:10) - Other offensive standouts

(44:00) - Mike Green & other defensive standouts

(49:05) - More defensive standouts

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Goodell MUST address NFL officiating issues & is Eli Manning REALLY a Hall of Famer? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:03:18 +0000

With Super Bowl LIX just over a week away, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab dive into the hot topics Roger Goodell must confront in his State of the League address. First and foremost are the officiating errors made throughout the league, but particularly in the NFC & AFC Championship games. Human error in must-win games must be corrected, but how?

The trio react to the news that Matthew Stafford will return to play in 2025, though he’s unlikely to do so on his current contract with the Los Angeles Rams. Will Stafford and the Rams find enough common ground to make a new, one-year deal? Or will the Rams let Stafford go elsewhere and start building towards their future? Plus, the latest on Aaron Rodgers’ situation with the New York Jets and just how chaotic the quarterback carousel could become this offseason if Rodgers does retire.

Fitz, Charles & Frank debate whether or not Eli Manning should be voted into the NFL Hall of Fame. He beat Tom Brady twice, and won 2 Super Bowls, but is it enough?

(1:59) Goodell needs to fix NFL officiating

(20:02) Matthew Stafford to return

(27:39) Latest on Aaron Rodgers

(43:28) Where will Sam Darnold land?

(47:46) Is Eli Manning a Hall of Famer?

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Grading EVERY NFL head coaching hire: Cowboys, Jags, Jets, Patriots & more | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:05:46 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their grades for every head coaching hire so far (looking at you, New Orleans Saints) and give their thoughts and analysis on the latest news around the NFL. First up, the duo discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ hire of Matt Eberflus as defensive coordinator, with Fitz and Frank offering differing opinions on the direction of the team under Jerry Jones' leadership. They also debate the Cowboys' approach to contract negotiations, including the looming decision on Micah Parsons’ contract and what it means for the future of the franchise.

The conversation shifts to the Saints, a team in desperate need of a rebuild. Fitz and Frank analyze why the Saints' job is one no coach seems eager to take, especially given Derek Carr’s eye-popping $51 million cap hit for 2025 and the team’s grim cap situation. Is it time for the Saints to reset and embrace a multi-year rebuild, or will they continue to kick the can down the road? The guys also touch on the Houston Texans’ firing of Bobby Slowik, pondering how this impacts the future of CJ Stroud.

Later, the hosts get into the highs and lows of recent coaching moves, handing out grades for every head coach hire, including the Chicago Bears' decision to bring in Ben Johnson and the Las Vegas Raiders' hiring of Pete Carroll, the oldest coach in NFL history. Fitz and Schwab also share their thoughts on the New York Jets' bold move to bring in Aaron Glenn, and why Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots could end up the best decision of the 2025 cycle.

(2:15) - Cowboys hire DC Matt Eberflus

(14:10) - Why does nobody want the Saints job?

(24:10) - Texans fire Bobby Slowik (and what it means for Kliff Kingsbury)

(30:05) - Grading HC hires: Dallas Cowboys

(37:15) - Grading HC hires: Chicago Bears

(39:00) - Grading HC hires: Jacksonville Jaguars

(44:40) - Grading HC hires: Las Vegas Raiders

(50:25) - Grading HC hires: New York Jets

(55:30) - Grading HC hires: New England Patriots

(59:00) - Grading HC hires: New Orleans Saints

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Reacting to the Cowboys' intro of Brian Schottenheimer & lifting the Jags ban for Liam Coen | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 23:37:30 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back and breaking down the latest developments in the NFL coaching cycle. They start by lifting the show’s ban on the Jacksonville Jaguars to talk about the team hiring former Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Liam Coen as their head coach after a tumultuous interview process that resulted in the firing of GM Trent Baalke. They also react to Coen’s viral “Duval!” chant in his opening press conference. Next, they praise Aaron Glenn for his handling of questions about QB Aaron Rodgers in his opening press conference as the head coach of the New York Jets.

The guys move on to the Las Vegas Raiders’ surprising hire of Pete Carroll as their new HC, noting that this is a blank slate for the team.They then address Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ comments during Brian Schottenheimer’s opening press conference and explain why they felt the team’s process left them wanting more.

Finally, Nate and Matt go through assistant coaching hires, starting with the Chicago Bears hiring 28-year-old Declan Doyle and the Detroit Lions hiring John Morton as their offensive coordinators, respectively. Then they break down the reasons why Klint Kubiak’s hire as the OC for the Seattle Seahawks could be great for QB Geno Smith. They wrap up the show by talking about the Houston Texans firing OC Bobby Slowik and address the rumors that Chip Kelly could fill his role.

(3:10) - Jaguars hire HC Liam Coen

(17:05) - Jets hire HC Aaron Glenn

(26:55) - Raiders hire HC Pete Carroll

(36:55) - Cowboys hire HC Brian Schottenheimer

(49:20) - Favorite assistant coach hires

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How Saquon Barkley’s Season Made the Eagles UNSTOPPABLE

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:03:11 +0000

The NFC and AFC Championship Games delivered drama and standout performances! McCoy and Van Noy break down the Eagles’ dominant win over the Commanders and how Saquon Barkley’s "middle finger year" transformed their season. Plus, Mahomes’ calm brilliance in the Chiefs’ narrow victory over the Bills, key coaching hires, and end-of-season awards, including MVP and underrated stars. Don’t miss McCoy’s heartfelt praise for Van Noy making the Pro Bowl!

1:30 - NFC Championship Game: Eagles 55, Commanders 23 How did the Eagles dominate and Saquon transform their season?

18:57 - AFC Championship Game: Chiefs 32, Bills 29 Mahomes’ calm performance leads the Chiefs past the Bills

36:00 - Teams Picking Up Coaches for Next Season Breaking down key coaching hires across the league

41:35 - End of Season Awards Recognizing MVPs, standout players, and underrated stars

48:00 - Game Wreckers & Playmakers Shining a light on key game-changers like AJ Brown

49:00 - Tell Us How You Really Feel, Gerald! McCoy praises Van Noy for earning a Pro Bowl spot

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Championship reactions: How Bills can break the curse, early Super Bowl predictions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 06:13:26 +0000

In this Championship Weekend edition of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab dive into the intense battles between the NFL's final four. The duo start with a heated conversation about the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the Buffalo Bills in a controversial, tight battle to the end. Fitz and Schwab reflect on how Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs have mastered the art of winning close games, with Mahomes’ uncanny ability to perform in clutch moments making him the most dangerous player in the league. But while the Chiefs' success is undeniable, there’s a growing sense that teams like the Buffalo Bills may be on the verge of running out of time to get past their kryptonite. The discussion takes a turn toward officiating as Fitz and Schwab break down the controversy around the Chiefs and the refs.
Later in the episode, the Philadelphia Eagles dominate the conversation as Fitz and Schwab analyze their commanding win over the Washington Commanders. The Eagles’ dynamic offense, including the unstoppable Saquon Barkley, is riding high heading into the Super Bowl, while the Commanders, though not quite ready to compete at that level, show promising signs for the future.
With their eyes set on the Super Bowl matchup between Kansas City and Philadelphia, Fitz and Frank wrap up with their first impressions in what's shaping up to be a monster matchup in New Orleans.

(00:45) - Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs
(26:15) - Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles
(52:20) - Early Super Bowl thoughts/predictions

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Championship Sunday fifth quarter: Chiefs hold off Bills, Eagles blow out Commanders | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:17:52 +0000

Fresh off of the Championship Sunday games, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon recap the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs punching their tickets to Super Bowl LIX. The guys start off discussing the nail biter between the Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills, with Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones showing up big time to make the clutch plays. Then, they move on to the Eagles blowout win over the Washington Commanders, breaking down the outstanding play of Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and A.J. Brown to set up the Super Bowl LVII rematch.

Finally, Nate and Matt conduct postmortems for the Commanders and the Bills and discuss how the teams can build around quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Josh Allen, respectively.

(1:14) Chiefs 32 def. Bills 29

(18:28) Eagles 55 def. Commanders 23

(40:38) Where do the Commanders go from here?

(52:37) Where do the Bills go from here?

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Raiders hire Pete Carroll, Jaguars get Liam Coen & is Mahomes vs. Allen the new Brady vs. Manning? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:05:32 +0000

The seemingly endless cycle of NFL coaching changes continues and Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab break down what the latest hirings mean for each team.The Las Vegas Raiders announce the hiring of Pete Carroll as their new head coach. Maybe he can’t take the Raiders to a Super Bowl, but can Carroll raise the floor in Las Vegas and bring the team back to winning ways? The Jacksonville Jaguars have reportedly hired Liam Coen as their head coach, but will the mishandling of the situation with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers leave a bad taste in the mouths of both franchises?

Fitz & Frank preview the AFC Championship game between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs. On paper, the Bills are the stronger team, but it’s hard to root against the Chiefs in the postseason. Has the rivalry between these two teams and their quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes & Josh Allen become the latest edition of Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning? And, if so, where does that leave Lamar Jackson in the conversation?

(0:56) Liam Coen to Jacksonville

(17:22) Pete Carroll to Las Vegas

(25:58) Robert Salah to San Francisco

(27:23) Is Mahomes vs. Allen the new Brady vs. Manning?

(43:58) AFC Championship preview

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Championship Week DEEP Dive: Commanders vs. Eagles + Bills vs. Chiefs | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:04:09 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with a deep dive preview of the NFC and AFC Championship matchups. They start with the Washington Commanders taking on their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, focusing first on Jayden Daniels and the offense and how they matchup against Jalen Carter and the Eagles defensive line. Then they flip things over to the other side of the ball where they question if Jalen Hurts can limit mistakes against the Commanders defense.

The guys then preview the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, starting with a focus on Josh Allen vs. the Chiefs defense. Then they praise Patrick Mahomes' ability to lead a lackluster Chiefs offense back to a seventh-straight AFC Championship.

They finish things up with a Shrine Bowl preview ahead of Charles' trip to the game. They focus on attendees Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and East Carolina DB Shavon Revel, while also discussing some under-the-radar players. They also take a look inside the mailbag, where they discuss the 49ers Super Bowl window.

(1:45) - Commanders offense vs. Eagles defense

(14:30) - Eagles offense vs. Commanders defense

(24:55) - Bills offense vs. Chiefs defense

(39:30) - Chiefs offense vs. Bills defense

(54:10) - Shrine Bowl preview

(1:02:35) - Mailbag questions of the week

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Jets hire Aaron Glenn, Ben Johnson to the Bears & NFC Championship preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 22:48:12 +0000

In this exciting episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab dive into the latest coaching news (including some breaking news live on the show) before breaking down this weekend's NFC Championship game. First up, the Chicago Bears have made a big splash by hiring Ben Johnson head coach, but they apparently hired him without meeting him in person. The trio explores the implications of this decision, especially considering Caleb's role in the process and the Bears' desperate need for a fresh start. Next, the breaking news drops that Aaron Glenn is heading to the New York Jets, and the trio give their instant analysis before touching on the uncertainty surrounding the Jacksonville Jaguars' future after firing GM Trent Baalke. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders are still in search of a head coach after their GM hire, and the team debates potential candidates, including the intriguing prospect of Pete Carroll or Anthony Weaver. The Dallas Cowboys seem to be moving in the direction of Brian Schottenheimer in their head coaching search, despite Kellen Moore offering a potentially higher ceiling.
The episode wraps with a preview of the NFC Championship game, where Jori will be braving the cold to watch the action live in Philadelphia. The hosts dive into the concerns surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles’ passing game and discuss how their formula of relying on the run game and a dominant defense could be enough to get them to the Super Bowl. On the other side, Frank gives high praise to Washington’s rising star Jayden Daniels, who might just be the best player on the field Sunday. The gang make their predictions for what promises to be an unforgettable game.

(00:45) - Ben Johnson goes to the Chicago Bears
(18:55) - Aaron Glenn goes to the New York Jets
(22:35) - Jaguars fire Trent Baalke
(29:25) - Other coaching news: Las Vegas Raiders, New England Patriots & Dallas Cowboys
(56:05) - NFC Championship game preview

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Ben Johnson is a GREAT fit for Caleb Williams: NFL coaching news & rumors | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 23:37:17 +0000

In today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down the latest NFL coaching hires and what they mean for the future of the league. The duo starts off by breaking down the high-profile hiring of Ben Johnson, the new Chicago Bears head coach. Harmon and Tice explore what Johnson’s arrival could mean for future Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and whether the young signal caller can thrive in a system tailored to his strengths.

Next, the guys analyze the return of Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots, where he’ll work to reinstate his tough, no-nonsense culture. Tice and Harmon discuss how Vrabel, fresh off a stint with the Tennessee Titans, will reshape a Patriots squad that’s been in transition, especially after a lackluster 2024 season. Next, the duo take a closer look at the most exciting assistant coach hires across the league, including Lou Anarumo as the Indianapolis Colts’ DC and Jeff Ulbrich as the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive coordinator.

Finally, the podcast wraps up by exploring the league’s five remaining head coach openings, including the New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and more, as Tice and Harmon break down the frontrunners for each opening.

(1:35) - Bears hire HC Ben Johnson

(22:00) - Patriots hire HC Mike Vrabel

(34:10) - Favorite assistant coach hires

(54:50) - Latest news on the remaining HC openings

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Bills Survive Ravens' Comeback: Are They Super Bowl Bound?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +0000

The Buffalo Bills edged out the Baltimore Ravens in a 27-25 thriller to advance in the playoffs! Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy dive into how Josh Allen's clutch performance and the Bills' defense secured the win despite Baltimore outgaining them. They break down Mark Andrews’ untimely fumble, Lamar Jackson’s efforts, and Derrick Henry’s impact in a heart-stopping Divisional Round matchup. Plus, predictions for the Conference Championships, the Ravens’ offseason questions, and the biggest playoff Game Wreckers & Playmakers! Don’t miss this packed episode of McCoy & Van Noy!

1:03 - MLK’s Legacy & Kyle’s Commitment

7:30 - Ravens’ Playoff Heartbreak

15:27 - Mark Andrews’ Redemption Arc

25:10 - Chiefs’ Championship DNA

36:50 - Commanders Upset the Lions

48:00 - Eagles vs. Rams: Snow Game Classic

56:25 - Game Wreckers and Playmakers

58:30 - Conference Championship Predictions

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Divisional Round instant reactions: do we blame Lamar? Saquon carries Eagles | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 06:06:10 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are still catching their breath from an exhilarating NFL Divisional Round as they break down the biggest moments from a thrilling weekend of playoff action. The duo start with the Baltimore Ravens’ heartbreaking loss to the Buffalo Bills. Mark Andrews’ crucial drop and unforced turnovers haunted Baltimore, but Fitz and Frank agree it wasn’t all on Lamar Jackson. The conversation continues with a deep dive into the Houston Texans’ close loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, where Fitz defends the Chiefs’ win as a product of solid football, not rigged officiating, and discusses whether K.C. is really as dominant as their record suggests.

Moving into the NFC, the Detroit Lions’ disappointing playoff performance raises questions about their coaching staff, while Frank Schwab hypes up rookie QB Jayden Daniels for his impressive season—one of the best in recent memory. The Philadelphia Eagles sneak out a win in the snow, but concerns about their one-dimensionality continue to grow. To wrap up, Fitz and Schwab preview the NFC Championship with a surprising take on the Washington Commanders' chances against the Philadelphia Eagles despite Washington’s defensive struggles.

(1:00) - Baltimore Ravens @ Buffalo Bills

(12:10) - Houston Texans @ Kansas City Chiefs

(28:35) - AFC Championship game early predictions

(29:35) - Washington Commanders @ Detroit Lions

(43:10) - Los Angeles Rams @ Philadelphia Eagles

(54:00) - NFC Championship game early predictions

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Divisional Round fifth quarter: Josh Allen wins MVP bowl + Chiefs’ referee controversy | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:13:37 +0000

Championship matchups are set and Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are here to break down the Divisional Round, starting with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills getting the best of the Baltimore Ravens. Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews committed some pivotal turnovers to send the Bills to the AFC Championship vs. the Kansas City Chiefs.

Later on, the guys discuss Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles defense taking care of business vs. Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. They also question how far Jalen Hurts can take Philly’s passing game with receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith not getting the ball as much as expected. Next the Eagles will face their NFC East rivals, the Washington Commanders, who pulled off the stunning upset of the Detroit Lions behind the spectacular play of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Nate and Charles lament the mistakes made by the Lions, including Jared Goff’s four turnovers.

Finally, they break down the Kansas City Chiefs beating the Houston Texans and discuss the ongoing discourse about the way Patrick Mahomes is treated by the referees.

(1:34) Bills 27 def. Ravens 25

(13:38) Eagles 28 def. Rams 22

(28:43) Commanders 45 def. Lions 31

(41:19) Chiefs 23 def. Texans 14

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Top candidates for Cowboys, Saints, Jets, Jags & Raiders jobs + QB drama for Vikings & Browns | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:45:37 +0000

Jason Fitz & Charles Robinson sort through the top candidates for each of the open NFL head coaching jobs. Could a Mike McCarthy return to the New Orleans Saints maximize Derek Carr’s potential before they enter a rebuild? Aaron Glenn could be an attractive option for the New York Jets, unless he decides to return to a Detroit Lions organization that’s doing just about everything right. After what he’s done to improve the Tampa Bay Buccaneers run game, could Liam Coen revive the Jacksonville Jaguars running with Travis Ettienne and Tank Bigsby?

Charles puts a stop to all notions that the Dallas Cowboys could make moves to trade up for Shedeur Sanders, but he does believe they’re seriously considering Deion Sanders as their head coach. Another option for the Cowboys is Kellen Moore, especially since it seems Jerry Jones never really wanted to let him go in the first place. Though it may seem unlikely, is there good reason that Ben Johnson would prefer the Las Vegas Raiders job to the Chicago Bears opening?

To wrap, the pair talk through some quarterback drama for the Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns. After two disappointing losses, will the Vikings still consider franchising Sam Darnold or will they move on to J.J. McCarthy? Meanwhile, the Browns seem to have no choice but to draft a QB with the second pick in this year’s draft following Deshaun Watson’s second achilles injury.

(0:59) Frontrunners for coaching jobs

(1:02) Mike McCarthy to Saints?

(8:05) Aaron Glenn to Jets?

(20:58) Liam Coen to Jaguars?

(26:20) Could Cowboys draft Shedeur Sanders?

(35:30) Kellen Moore to Cowboys?

(39:16) Deion Sanders to Cowboys?

(43:30) Ben Johnson to Raiders?

(49:27) Where will Sam Darnold land?

(58:45) Browns need new QB plans

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Divisional Round DEEP Dive: Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:03:56 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into every matchup of the Divisional Round, looking at both sides of the ball for the remaining eight playoff teams. They kick the pod off with the Houston Texans visiting the reigning two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Can the struggling Texans offensive line protect C.J. Stroud against Chris Jones and the Chiefs defense? And will the Texans defense follow up their impressive Wild Card performance with an encore against Patrick Mahomes? Next, the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions, fresh off their bye. They question whether Jayden Daniels' tendency towards late game heroics will be enough to get the best of Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.

The guys also take a look at the Los Angeles Rams matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles and whether LA's young defensive core can do enough to slow down Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. Finally, the hosts dive into the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Buffalo Bills and the battle of MVP favorites Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen. Which superstar will prevail?

(2:20) Houston Texans @ Kansas City Chiefs

(22:10) Washington Commanders @ Detroit Lions

(35:05) Los Angeles Rams @ Philadelphia Eagles

(46:50) Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills

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Cowboys DEEP DIVE: End of McCarthy era; Deion Sanders, Saleh & other top HC candidates | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 19:52:16 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab go full Christmas Carol as they look into the Dallas Cowboys' past, present and future. The crew start by reacting to the breaking news that Robert Saleh will interview for the vacant head coaching job. Is Saleh the right guy to get the organization over the hump? Next, the hosts step into the Cowboys' past by reflecting on Mike McCarthy’s tenure as head coach. While McCarthy’s regular-season success has been undeniable, the panel debates whether he was truly the coach to break the Cowboys’ playoff drought. Is he the floor raiser Dallas needed, or did the team need someone who could elevate them to the next level?

Moving into the Cowboys' present coaching search, the hosts dissect the latest rumors surrounding potential candidates, including the surprise whispers about Deion Sanders and other possible hires like Kellen Moore and Anthony Lynn. Would Moore, who has a deep connection to the team, be able to guide Dak Prescott to greater heights, or does Dallas need a more seasoned coach with the chops to challenge Jerry Jones’ established culture? Finally, the trio peer into the Cowboys' future and what they would want Jerry to look for in their next coach, from someone who could challenge Jerry's established culture to whether or not the next coach needs previous head coaching experience.

Later, the focus shifts to the NFL playoffs, with a preview of the AFC Divisional Round matchups. The crew gives their thoughts on the Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs, examining how Houston’s defensive line could exploit Kansas City’s weaknesses. The hosts also break down the Baltimore Ravens vs. Buffalo Bills, discussing how Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry could lead the Ravens past the Bills, despite Lamar’s past playoff struggles.

(1:00) - Robert Saleh interviews for Cowboys HC job

(9:30) - Cowboys' past & the Mike McCarthy era

(23:20) - Cowboys' present: potential head coach candidates

(32:05) - Cowboys' future: what do the Cowboys need out of their next head coach?

(46:00) - Texans @ Chiefs predictions

(47:50) - Ravens @ Bills predictions

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Wild Card LOSERS postmortem: Where do the Vikings, Steelers & Packers go from here? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:07:07 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dive into the aftermath of Wild Card Weekend, offering every team that took an L in the Wild Card round both a full postmortem and a potential offseason plan. They begin by revisiting the Minnesota Vikings' season, highlighting Sam Darnold's commendable but ultimately unsuccessful stint as quarterback. Matt likens Darnold's Vikings tenure to Game of Thrones' tragic Robb Stark, while Nate dissects the ongoing issues with Minnesota’s offensive line and the team's need for drastic improvements.

Next, the duo shifts focus to the Los Angeles Chargers, who just didn't have the juice to hang against the Houston Texans. Nate points out how the Chargers' reliance on star power left them vulnerable, and the Texans’ dominant defensive line exposed their shortcomings. But it’s not all doom and gloom for the Chargers, as the team has solid foundations to build on. The conversation shifts to the Green Bay Packers, where the young roster showed flashes but ultimately couldn't put together consistent performances. Matt and Nate break down the need for a clearer offensive identity. The duo also hit on the Pittsburgh Steelers, who need to take a look in the mirror after yet another early playoff exit.

The episode wraps up with a look at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Denver Broncos. Matt questions whether Tampa's offense can sustain its momentum, particularly with impending changes at offensive coordinator. Despite Bowles' underperforming defense, the Buccaneers could still be a threat in a weak NFC South. Meanwhile, the Broncos’ season is viewed as a success, given their offensive turnaround. Nate and Matt discuss how Denver's strong defense and improving offense could set them up for a brighter future.

(2:20) - Vikings

(24:30) - Chargers

(36:50) - Packers

(48:10) - Steelers

(56:45) - Buccaneers

(1:07:25) - Broncos

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Are the Rams the NFC’s Most Dangerous Team?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 21:30:51 +0000

Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy break down an epic Super Wild Card Weekend, covering the Ravens’ dominant win over the Steelers, powered by Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and a stellar offensive line. They discuss what’s next for Pittsburgh and whether it’s time for a fresh start. The Bills’ blowout victory against Denver highlights Josh Allen’s excellence and Buffalo’s revitalized run game, while the Texans shock the Chargers, raising questions about Justin Herbert’s future. The Eagles deliver a defensive masterclass against the Packers, and the Rams’ nine-sack demolition of the Vikings positions them as a serious playoff threat. Rookie QB Jayden Daniels impresses in his playoff debut, leading the Commanders past Tampa Bay.

Game Wreckers & Playmakers highlights standout performances, including Derrick Henry’s dominance and Nolan Smith’s breakout. McCoy and Van Noy also make bold Divisional Round predictions and send heartfelt support to those affected by the LA wildfires. Don’t miss the insights, and subscribe to McCoy & Van Noy for more!

0:00 Welcome to McCoy & Van Noy

2:19 Ravens' Playoff Statement: Lamar, Henry, and O-Line Excellence

17:29 Steelers' Future: Is It Time for a Fresh Start?

27:28 Bills Dominate Broncos: Allen Shines and Buffalo's Run Game Takes Over

30:39 Texans Dominate Chargers: What's Next for Herbert?

36:55 Eagles Ground Packers: Defensive Masterclass Secures Victory

42:21 Rams' Sack Attack and Vikings' Offseason Questions

45:54 Commanders Outlast Bucs: Jayden Daniels Shines in Playoff Debut

54:01 Game Wreckers & Playmakers: Derrick Henry's Dominance, Nolan Smith's Rise, and the Week's Standouts

58:26 Divisional Round Predictions: Who's Moving On?

1:02:00 Sending Support: Prayers for Those Affected by the LA Wildfires

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Vikings-Rams instant reactions, what's next for Mike McCarthy & Cowboys? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:35:03 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab join forces on a rare Monday night edition of Inside Coverage to recap the final game of Wild Card Weekend, as the Los Angeles Rams put an end to the Minnesota Vikings' spectacular 2024 season. The duo discuss the ascension of the Rams defense, Sam Darnold's future and more before bringing on Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein to get her inside perspective on the news that Mike McCarthy will not be returning to the Dallas Cowboys.

(00:40) - Minnesota Vikings @ Los Angeles Rams

(11:10) - Divisional round lookahead: who should be the favorite?

(18:15) - Where do Mike McCarthy & the Cowboys go from here?

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Wild Card instant takeaways: Jayden Daniels is a superstar, Love & Herbert fall flat | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 07:15:32 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reactions and takeaways from every game of the Saturday and Sunday Wild Card slate as NFL playoff action is officially underway. Before they start, the guys reflect on the New England Patriots' hiring of Mike Vrabel as their new head coach. Both agree that landing Vrabel is a home-run move for the franchise. However, with a roster still in need of a massive overhaul, it's clear that Vrabel's work is only beginning.

The action heats up when the guys break down the Washington Commanders' victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where rookie QB Jayden Daniels’ poise under pressure continues to impress. Is the young QB having a better rookie year than C.J. Stroud did? Frank thinks so, calling him a top 5 quarterback in the league right now. Next, the conversation shifts to the Green Bay Packers' disappointing loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, with Fitz calling out Jordan Love for falling flat. Is Love still a top-tier quarterback?

Later, Fitz & Frank cover the Denver Broncos losing to the Buffalo Bills, where Josh Allen’s brilliance stood out. Jason and Frank also delve into the ongoing struggles of the Pittsburgh Steelers under Mike Tomlin, and whether or not the team’s QB issues are the missing piece to their Super Bowl hopes. Plus, the duo explores the explosive Houston Texans’ defense and Justin Herbert’s struggles in big games. Fitz & Frank finish with their final predictions for Monday night's matchup between the Minnesota Vikings & Los Angeles Rams.

(1:50) - Patriots hire HC Mike Vrabel

(7:30) - Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(23:20) - Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(32:30) - Denver Broncos @ Buffalo Bills

(40:55) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens

(53:35) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Houston Texans

(1:02:40) - Final Minnesota Vikings @ Los Angeles Rams predictions

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Wild Card fifth quarter: Commanders walk it off again, Lamar & Henry’s 1-2 punch & Houston’s defensive dominance | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:51:45 +0000

With five of six Wild Card games over and done, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the first round of NFL playoff action. They kick things off discussing rookie phenom Jayden Daniels’ impressive road performance over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to lead the Washington Commanders to their first playoff win in 20 years, with help from a doink in walk-off field goal from Zane Gonzalez. Next, they talk about the Philadelphia Eagles’ defense showing up to send the Green Bay Packers packing.

Later in the show, the guys discuss Josh Allen and James Cook running all over the Denver Broncos, as the Buffalo Bills dominated on the ground and in the air. They also discuss the Baltimore Ravens, who got out to an early lead over the Pittsburgh Steelers and never let their foot off the gas, with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry going off for two touchdowns each.

They close out the show with the Houston Texans’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers as Houston’s defense comes up huge to intercept Justin Herbert four times and C.J. Stroud playing a solid game as they eye a divisional matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.

(2:20) Commanders 23 def. Buccaneers 20

(9:10) Eagles 22 def. Packers 10

(20:50) Bills 31 def. Broncos 7

(29:55) Ravens 28 def. Steelers 14

(43:15) Texans 32 def. Chargers 12

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Wild Card deep dives: Stroud vs. Herbert, blueprint for Broncos & Rams & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:49:23 +0000

In this absolutely packed episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down every matchup heading into Wild Card weekend, offering insights into how playoff contenders are shaping up and which teams might be in trouble. First up is the Los Angeles Chargers at Houston Texans, featuring a crucial QB battle between Justin Herbert and CJ Stroud. Will the Chargers offense—built for a smash-mouth style—be able to dominate the Texans' struggling defense, or will Stroud find a way to get his team back on track despite numerous injuries? Next, the Baltimore Ravens take on the Pittsburgh Steelers, where Russell Wilson will have to hunt for explosive passes to keep up with one of the best offenses in the NFL.
The hosts also tackle the Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos. Can Jordan Love rise to the challenge against Philadelphia's elite defense, or will the Eagles' depth prove too much? Meanwhile, the Bills are facing their own struggles against the Broncos, especially on defense, as Nate points out the advantage Denver's screen game might have over Buffalo's shaky defense.
Later, the Washington Commanders face off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Charles and Nate breaking down what might be a classic hoss fight between two strong units. Can Vita Vea single-handedly shift the game for Tampa Bay? Finally, Nate and Charles dive into the Minnesota Vikings heading south to take on the Los Angeles Rams, where Matthew Stafford has the ingredients to keep up in what could be a shootout.

(2:50) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Houston Texans
(20:35) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens
(30:00) - Denver Broncos @ Buffalo Bills
(43:55) - Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles
(1:01:40) - Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers
(1:18:40) - Minnesota Vikings @ Los Angeles Rams

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Tyreek Hill trade reports, Mike Tomlin on the HOT SEAT? & Cowboys block McCarthy-Bears interview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 8 Jan 2025 19:59:25 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab dive into the latest NFL storylines and coaching news, starting with the Miami Dolphins and Tyreek Hill’s puzzling comments after a frustrating end to the season. Hill’s emotional outburst has sparked speculation about his future in Miami, but Jori points to larger problems in the Dolphins' locker room. Will Hill be a Dolphin in 2024?

As the offseason coaching carousel speeds up, the trio discusses the rising number of NFL head coaching vacancies. Frank Schwab isn’t optimistic about the Chicago Bears’ potential, while Fitz gets his feelings on Antonio Pierce and the Las Vegas Raiders off his chest. They also touch on the league’s troubling trend of one-and-done hires (particularly with black coaches), the New York Giants retaining their coach and GM, Tom Brady's conflict of interest and more.

The episode wraps with a conversation about the future of Mike McCarthy and Mike Tomlin, and whether the voices calling for their dismissal will win out. Frank, Jori, and Fitz each weigh in on the uncertain future of coaches, players and owners in what’s shaping up to be a tumultuous offseason.

(00:45) - Tyreek Hill & Dolphins' locker room problems

(19:55) - Antonio Pierce firing & Raiders' future

(40:20) - Other coaching carousel news

(48:25) - Is Mike Tomlin safe?

(57:10) - What's next for Mike McCarthy

(1:04:10) - Predictions for Ben Johnson & Jon Gruden

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NFL Awards: Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson for MVP, Bowers vs. Daniels for ROY & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Jan 2025 23:54:00 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald bring you their picks for end-of-season awards. From MVP to the best assistant coach, the trio debates the key players and coaches that defined the 2024 NFL season.

The MVP race was tight, as the trio debate between Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen. As the discussion shifts to Offensive Player of the Year, Saquon Barkley’s historic 2,000-yard season gives him a very strong case, though Ja'Marr Chase’s Triple Crown performance puts him in consideration. On the defensive side, Patrick Surtain II stood out as the top contender for Defensive Player of the Year with his lockdown play, while Dan Campbell's leadership and resilience in Detroit is compared to Kevin O'Connell's unbelievable turnaround of Sam Darnold's career in Minnesota for the Coach of the Year award.

The episode also includes debates over Assistant Coach of the Year, with Aaron Glenn's impressive defensive turnaround in Detroit and Joe Gilbert’s work with the Carolina Panthers' offensive line both getting major props. Meanwhile, the Executive of the Year conversation highlighted the impressive work of Jason Licht for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Brad Holmes for the Detroit Lions, turning around their teams with savvy draft picks and trades. Wrapping things up, the guys discuss the candidates for Offensive and Defensive Rookies of the Year, including Jayden Daniels, Brock Bowers, Quinyon Mitchell, Jared Verse, Nate Wiggins and more.

(3:00) - Most Valuable Player

(11:15) - Offensive Player of the Year

(18:25) - Defensive Player of the Year

(28:10) - Coach of the Year

(36:20) - Assistant Coach of the Year

(45:05) - Executive of the Year

(54:20) - Offensive Rookie of the Year

(59:45) - Defensive Rookie of the Year

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Week 18 instant reactions: Jerod Mayo fired, Vikings fall flat, Tyreek Hill wants out? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 07:47:35 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab break down the key moments from Week 18 of the NFL season, offering their take on some of the league’s biggest matchups and the implications for teams heading into the playoffs. They kick things off by discussing the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions game, which didn’t live up to expectations as both teams were feeling the pressure. From there, the hosts dive into the drama surrounding the New England Patriots' loss to the Buffalo Bills and the firing of Jerod Mayo, with Frank questioning the team’s management and Fitz wondering why the Patriots waited so long to go after Mike Vrabel. They also touch on the Denver Broncos dominating the Kansas City Chiefs backups. Next, the duo analyze the Miami Dolphins' loss to the New York Jets, with Frank reflecting on the future of Aaron Rodgers and Tyreek Hill's uncertain status with the Dolphins.

Later, the hosts discuss key matchups like the Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens, where Frank feels the Browns need to draft a QB with the second overall pick. They also break down the Cincinnati Bengals' missed playoff chances and the Chicago Bears' morale-boosting win over the Green Bay Packers. With a look ahead to next season, Jason and Frank consider the future of coaches like Mike McCarthy, Brian Daboll, Antonio Pierce and others, while touching on the unexpected rollercoaster ride that is the Seattle Seahawks.

(00:30) - Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions

(11:15) - Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots

(19:40) - Kansas City Chiefs at Denver Broncos

(25:05) - Miami Dolphins at New York Jets

(33:15) - Cleveland Browns at Baltimore Ravens

(35:20) - Cincinnati Bengals at Pittsburgh Steelers

(38:30) - Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons

(40:45) - Washington Commanders at Dallas Cowboys

(44:35) - Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers

(47:00) - Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans

(49:45) - Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts

(51:30) - New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles

(54:00) - New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(52:05) - Los Angeles Chargers at Las Vegas Raiders

(1:01:00) - Seattle Seahawks at Los Angeles Rams

(1:03:20) - San Francisco 49ers at Arizona Cardinals

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Week 18 fifth quarter: Lions pummel Vikings to take NFC, Bucs secure NFC South & Patriots fire Jerod Mayo | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 05:57:12 +0000

The 2024 NFL regular season is finally in the books and the blockbuster Sunday night finale between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings was a bit more lopsided than anticipated. Jared Goff and the Lions secured an overwhelming 31-9 victory in which Jahmyr Gibbs scored 4 touchdowns and the Vikings offense never got comfortable.

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the biggest storylines from the end of Week 18, leading off with Detroit securing both the NFC North crown and home field advantage through the playoffs. Next, they talk about the Denver Broncos blowing out the Kansas City Chiefs backups in order to punch their ticket into the AFC playoffs and how this came at the expense of the Cincinnati Bengals, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday.

In the latter half of the show, the guys check in on the NFC South, where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers secured another division title and the Atlanta Falcons blowing a game in overtime to the Carolina Panthers.

In a surprisingly swift bit of news, the New England Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo after just a single season after he had reportedly been the head coach in waiting for a number of years. Charles and Nate criticize the Patriots ownership and front office with the decision making and wonder if Mike Vrabel or Ben Johnson could be the next HC in Foxboro.

Closing out the show, the run through some quick topics including the Tennessee Titans securing the top pick in this April's NFL draft, Trey Lance getting the start in Dallas over Cooper Rush and Tanner McKee looking solid in relief of Jalen Hurts in a Philadelphia Eagles win over the Giants.

(0:32) - Detroit Lions soundly win NFC North

(13:20) - Broncos get AFC 7th seed over Bengals & Dolphins

(27:15) - Buccaneers secure NFC South, another Falcons flameout

(41:25) - New England Patriots fire HC Jerod Mayo

(48:50) - Quick hits: Titans, Eagles, Trey Lance

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Mike Vrabel to the Jets? plus Baker Mayfield among Pro Bowl SNUBS & Eagles sitting Saquon vs. Giants | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 3 Jan 2025 18:58:54 +0000

In this episode ofInside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab dive deep into the latest coaching rumors and news across the NFL. With the New York Jets already making moves early in the offseason, the team’s pursuit of former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is front and center. The hosts explore whether Vrabel would want the job in New York, plus the ramifications of the Chicago Bears missing out on their first shot to interview Vrabel and the potential of Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as a future head coach. The trio also touch on Mike McCarthy and whether or not he's jockeying for leverage with the Dallas Cowboys given recent rumors.

Later in the show, the three hosts tackle the controversial Pro Bowl rosters and debate the biggest snubs of the season, including Brian Thomas Jr, Baker Mayfield and more.

Saquon Barkley likely won't play on Sunday despite having an opportunity to break the single season rushing record, and Fitz and Jori have thoughts on what goes into that decision and whether or not the Philadelphia Eagles are making the right call. Finally, the episode wraps up with predictions for the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions game, where all three hosts agree that the Vikings have the edge despite the Lions’ impressive season.

(00:30) - Coaching carousel news & rumors: Vrabel, McCarthy, Johnson & more

(30:40) - Pro Bowl rosters announced: biggest snubs

(48:10) - Inside the Eagles' decision to sit Saquon Barkley

(59:00) - Vikings vs. Lions picks & predictions

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NFL Week 18 preview: Vikings-Lions DEEP dive, Bengals-Steelers & Falcons-Panthers | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Jan 2025 23:41:22 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into the high-stakes drama of Week 18, breaking down the biggest matchups across the NFL, including the highly anticipated showdown between the Minnesota Vikings and the Detroit Lions. With the 1 seed on the line, Nate and Charles preview what should be a hoss fight for the ages. Will the Lions' defense, dealing with significant injuries, hold up against the explosive Vikings offense led by Justin Jefferson? And can Minnesota's aggressive defense stop the Lions' grinding run game? The guys explore these matchups and more as they analyze what makes this game a must-watch.

Beyond the NFC North, the hosts touch on the Cincinnati Bengals' looming clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers, with playoff seeding and potential departures (including Tee Higgins’ future) looming large. Nate and Charles also give their take on the Kansas City Chiefs battling the Denver Broncos, with some lighthearted banter about backup quarterbacks and a fun tangent about Carson Wentz's unorthodox presence on the field. The duo also give their thoughts and predictions on the Cleveland Browns vs. Baltimore Ravens, Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. New Orleans Saints matchups.

As always, the crew wraps up with a mailbag question, where Charles gives his recommendations for books to read if you want to learn more about schemes and football terminology.

(3:50) - Vikings @ Lions

(41:15) - Bengals @ Steelers

(46:10) - Falcons @ Panthers

(53:20) - Chiefs @ Broncos

(58:40) - Saints @ Buccaneers

(1:05:00) - Mailbag question of the week

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New Year's resolutions for NFL teams: Lions, 49ers, Vikings, Patriots & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 21:09:49 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are ringing in the New Year with their resolutions for NFL teams as the playoff race heats up. Matt's resolutions focus on teams in the playoffs, while Nate takes aim at franchises that are in need of some serious soul-searching.

First, the guys tackle the red-hot Minnesota Vikings, who are gearing up for a crucial Sunday night game. Matt admits to regretting his past doubts about Sam Darnold, while Nate discusses how Darnold’s recent performances are reshaping the team’s future. From there, they turn their attention to the New England Patriots, discussing the lack of supporting talent around rookie QB Drake Maye and the need for a drastic roster overhaul. They also dive into the Detroit Lions’ identity, where Coach Dan Campbell's aggressive philosophy is clearly paying off.

Next, they touch on the Chicago Bears, who have a lot of work to do, particularly in finding a long-term solution at center to help their young QB Caleb Williams. The conversation shifts to teams in need of renovation or a redefined sense of direction. The Los Angeles Rams need a refresh on offense with more speed and explosiveness, while the Indianapolis Colts seem stuck in the muck, lacking defensive leadership. On the flip side, Matt and Nate give props to the Houston Texans for their surprising playoff berth but caution that they may have overestimated their readiness for a deep run. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers might need to trim the fat in their offense, and the Las Vegas Raiders must decide whether to commit to a long-term plan or continue with their half-measure approach. The episode wraps up with a look at the San Francisco 49ers, who need to eat their vegetables.

(2:15) - Minnesota Vikings

(11:05) - New England Patriots

(19:40) - Detroit Lions

(24:40) - Chicago Bears

(30:40) - Los Angeles Rams

(38:05) - Indianapolis Colts

(45:05) - Houston Texans

(54:50) - Green Bay Packers

(1:02:50) - Las Vegas Raiders

(1:07:10) - San Francisco 49ers

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Week 17 instant reactions: Vikings should be feared, Patriots steal first pick | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 05:28:37 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab dive into the fallout from every game of Week 17 NFL action, from a looming monster matchup to a coaching decision that could change the landscape of the 2024 season. Fitz and Frank agree: next week’s showdown between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions is one of the most high-stakes regular season games of all time, and Campbell has a huge decision to make about whether or not to sit players on Monday night.

As the duo breaks down the week’s key matchups, they touch on Sam Darnold’s explosive performance for the Vikings, why the Green Bay Packers still haven't proven they can beat top teams and how the Los Angeles Chargers are shaping up for a playoff run. The Denver Broncos suffered a heartbreaking loss to the Cincinnati Bengals with playoff hopes on the line, while the New York Jets’ disastrous performance against the Buffalo Bills raised even more questions about their future. Fitz and Schwab also dig into Brock Bowers breaking records and the Indianapolis Colts’ playoff chances crumbling with a disastrous performance.

Fitz and Schwab also weigh in on the fate of Mike McCarthy after the Dallas Cowboys’ embarrassing loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and the rest of the Sunday slate before giving their uncertain predictions for an awkward Monday night matchup between the Detroit Lions & San Francisco 49ers.

(1:50) - Week 18 battle for home field advantage

(11:00) - Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings

(22:00) - Atlanta Falcons @ Washington Commanders

(31:00) - Los Angeles Chargers @ New England Patriots

(35:00) - Denver Broncos @ Cincinnati Bengals

(39:00) - Arizona Cardinals @ Los Angeles Rams

(40:50) - New York Jets @ Buffalo Bills

(44:30) - Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles

(47:50) - Las Vegas Raiders @ New Orleans Saints

(52:00) - Indianapolis Colts @ New York Giants

(57:20) - Tennessee Titans @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(58:20) - Miami Dolphins @ Cleveland Browns

(59:40) - Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(1:02:50) - MNF preview

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Week 17 fifth quarter: Vikings hold back Packers, Saquon hits 2k & Puka's elite status | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 03:45:27 +0000

One more week left in the 2024 regular season and the playoff picture (and first pick in the draft picture) is coming into shape. Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss the five biggest results from Week 17's Saturday and Sunday action, leading off with the Minnesota Vikings' well-earned divisional win over the Green Bay Packers.

Nate & Charles discuss how Sam Darnold's play and Kevin O'Connor's scheming always kept Green Bay a step behind and why the Packers defense is not quite up to the task of stopping an elite Super Bowl-contending offense.

Speaking of elite, the guys look back to Saturday and look at the Los Angeles Rams' 13-9 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Nate explains why sophomore receiver Puka Nacua has entered the top-tier of NFL wideouts and why his play the last two seasons is basically unparalleled from a statistical perspective.

Also on Saturday, the Cincinnati Bengals eked out an overtime win over the Denver Broncos, keeping their playoff hopes alive. The guys talk about Joe Burrow's MVP case and how the Broncos still may backpedal into the playoffs against a Kansas City Chiefs team that will likely rest their starters next weekend.

Closing out the show, they chat about Drew Lock and the New York Giants extinguishing the Indianapolis Colts' playoff hopes and Saquon Barkley's 2,000-yard season in a Philadelphia win over the Dallas Cowboys.

(1:50) - Vikings take out Packers

(12:10) - Puka's elite status in Rams win

(24:40) - Burrow keeps Bengals playoff hopes alive

(30:25) - Drew Lock extinguishes Colts

(37:40) - Saquon hits 2k yards over Dallas

(40:35) - Week 17 game balls

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Is Caleb Williams even capable of leading a NFL offense? and Minnesota’s QB conundrum | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 17:39:05 +0000

After a truly hideous, miserable Thursday Night Football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Chicago Bears, both franchises are left with questions at the QB position. For Chicago, Caleb Williams has issues holding onto the football for too long and oftentimes overlooks the easy play for the dramatic one. Can the Bears organization rely on him to execute their offense regardless of who is hired as head coach? Meanwhile for Seattle, Geno Smith has been good but not great all season long. Is it time to move on from his inconsistency? And if so, is there even a quarterback out there worth trading for? Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab answer these questions and more in their breakdown of the game.

In this week’s QB Room, C Rob looks at the quarterback situation in Minnesota with Sam Darnold & J.J. McCarthy. Will the Vikings franchise Sam Darnold and punt on McCarthy in light of his unexpected success this season? Or should they let Darnold walk away and fully commit to McCarthy while he’s still on his rookie contract?

To wrap, the trio react to Aaron Rodgers’ comments about the Jets needing to be “professional” and discuss if it’s fair for him to call out the Jets when he mishandled the preseason and minicamps.

(0:50) Seahawks @ Bears recap

(24:23) What should Minnesota do at QB next season?

(47:52) Aaron Rodgers comments on Jets 'professionalism'

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Week 17 deep dives & Xmas games recap: Burrow vs. Broncos D, Penix vs. Daniels, Packers-Vikings | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 00:33:51 +0000

As we enter the penultimate week of the NFL season, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to break down all the action from a festive—but somewhat underwhelming—set of Christmas games before deep diving on the most interesting matchups to look forward to this weekend. The duo kicks things off by revisiting the Kansas City Chiefs' dominant win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, where despite some strong production value, the game got blown open as the Chiefs appeared to be entering postseason mode. The show then pivots to a tough reality check for the Houston Texans, who were completely outclassed by the Baltimore Ravens. While CJ Stroud did his best, the Texans’ glaring weakness in the trenches is hard to ignore, and Nate has some strong thoughts on their offensive line struggles.

Next, Nate and Charles deep dive on the Denver Broncos @ Cincinnati Bengals matchup—a defensive hoss fight that features some of the league's top talent, including Ja'Marr Chase and Patrick Surtain II, and preview an intriguing Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings game where defensive adjustments will likely determine the outcome.

As the episode rounds out, the guys tackle a high-stakes game for the Atlanta Falcons, who need a win against the Washington Commanders to keep their playoff hopes alive, and a double slop watch featuring the Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles and the Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The duo wrap up with a mailbag question, as Nate and Charles dissect the complexities of motion in the NFL and why some teams choose not to use it very often.

(2:55) - Chiefs beat Steelers 29-10

(11:35) - Ravens beat Texans 31-2

(23:05) - Denver Broncos @ Cincinnati Bengals

(33:05) - Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings

(49:00) - Atlanta Falcons @ Washington Commanders

(59:50) - Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles

(1:03:30) - Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(1:07:20) - Mailbag question of the week

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Week 16 instant reactions: Commanders' resurgence, Seahawks in purgatory, Raiders lose tank bowl | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:30:00 +0000

In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab dive into every game from Week 16 of NFL action, starting with the shocking upset of the Philadelphia Eagles by the Washington Commanders. The loss, coupled with the continued success of the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings, has put Philly in a tough spot, and the pressure is mounting on Jalen Hurts and company, while Jayden Daniels showed why he is the consensus Rookie of the Year. The conversation then shifts to the Minnesota Vikings' win over the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks’ inability to find consistent quarterback play leaves them stuck in the middle of the NFC West, and Fitz is skeptical about Seattle’s chances of making a deep playoff run. Fitz and Frank also dissect the Pittsburgh Steelers' loss to the Baltimore Ravens, where the Ravens made a major statement and showed what they can be at their best, and Frank notes that Pittsburgh’s lack of playmakers outside of Pickens has been a major weakness.

Later, the dynamic duo cover the rest of Saturday and Sunday's games, including the Houston Texans' mounting injuries, the Las Vegas Raiders' victory, Michael Penix Jr's first start and much more. The show concludes with a preview of the Monday Night Football matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the New Orleans Saints, where both hosts are in agreement that the Packers are poised for a dominant performance.

(1:30) - Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders

(9:00) - Minnesota Vikings at Seattle Seahawks

(21:25) - Pittsburgh Steelers at Baltimore Ravens

(28:00) - Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs

(31:10) - New York Giants at Atlanta Falcons

(34:30) - Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears

(39:15) - Cleveland Browns at Cincinnati Bengals

(41:25) - Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts

(43:45) - Los Angeles Rams at New York Jets

(46:05) - Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers

(49:20) - New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills

(51:05) - Jacksonville Jaguars at Las Vegas Raiders

(58:45) - San Francisco 49ers at Miami Dolphins

(1:00:00) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Dallas Cowboys

(1:04:00) - MNF preview

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Week 16 fifth quarter: Pickett doesn't scare Commanders & Justin Jefferson is too elite to be stopped | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 03:32:47 +0000

Week 16's biggest fireworks were in the NFC East, where the Philadelphia Eagles' 10-game win streak was put to a halt by Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders. The Eagles have looked unstoppable since early October, but a Jalen Hurts concussion sent the team scrambling to find an offensive identity under backup QB Kenny Pickett. Despite five turnovers, the Daniels-led Commanders came back late to get a statement December win against a division rival.

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald close the book on Week 16 with this Sunday's edition of the fifth quarter: the five games that intrigued them the most. In addition to the Commanders-Eagles tilt, the guys discuss the Minnesota Vikings staying atop the NFC leaderboards with a win in Seattle, Michael Penix's first start with a solid 34-7 win for the Atlanta Falcons over the New York Giants and close out with the two Saturday games: the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs taking home big conference wins with two games left in the regular season.

Closing out the show, the guys hand their game balls out to a pair of offensive masterpiece performers in Minnesota's Justin Jefferson and the Colts' Jonathan Taylor.

(1:35) - Commanders defeat Eagles after Hurts goes down

(8:25) - Vikings retain tie atop NFC North after win over Seattle

(16:15) - Penix's debut in Falcons win over Giants

(22:10) - Ravens even up season series against Steelers

(27:35) - Chiefs get to 14 wins

(31:15) - Game Balls

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Week 16 deep dives: Penix' first start, Steelers minus Pickens, dysfunctional Jets | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 23:58:43 +0000

In this week’s action-packed episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Charles McDonald deep dive into the best matchups of Week 16, including a full breakdown of the weekend’s slop watch games and heavyweight matchups. First, Tice and McDonald open with a report on the New York Jets, whose dysfunction continues to spiral, especially with owner Woody Johnson reportedly nixing a trade for Jerry Jeudy because of his Madden ratings. The conversation takes a turn as C Mac reflects on the bizarre, unhinged decisions Johnson has been making for years and how the team’s dysfunction has only worsened over time.

From there, the guys shift to some of Week 16's most intriguing games, including the New York Giants at Atlanta Falcons on slop watch, where Charles questions why Kirk Cousins wasn’t benched sooner, and Tice outlines what to watch for with Michael Penix Jr. in his first NFL start. Nate also mentions a New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills matchup that promises an intriguing duel between rookie QB Drake Maye and Josh Allen before the duo turn their attention to the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens automatic hoss fight. With George Pickens out, the Steelers' offense looks in peril – will they be able to keep up with Lamar Jackson and the Ravens’ stout run defense? The Washington Commanders are taking on the Philadelphia Eagles, where they will look to improve upon their woes from the last matchup.

Finally, McDonald and Tice wrap up with their analysis of Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs, where Patrick Mahomes' ankle injury could spell trouble for KC, and a Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks clash that promises explosiveness as both teams deal with key injuries. Finally, Nate and Charles wrap up with two mailbag questions, including thoughts on Jaxon Dart as a potential NFL prospect.

(2:20) - Woody Johnson & the Jets' dysfunction

(10:00) - New York Giants @ Atlanta Falcons

(23:10) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens

(32:55) - Philadelphia Eagles @ Washington Commanders

(41:00) - Houston Texans @ Kansas City Chiefs

(55:00) - Minnesota Vikings @ Seattle Seahawks

(1:07:30) - Mailbag questions of the week

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What's next for Kirk Cousins? McCarthy coaching his job back? plus Deshaun Watson rumors | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:38:41 +0000

In this week’s episode of Inside Coverage, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein deep dive into the Atlanta Falcons' decision to bench veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. Jori, though not shocked by Penix's start, is taken aback by the team's decision to market it as a permanent change. The duo discusses what we can expect from Penix in his first NFL action and debates whether Cousins, struggling after his Achilles injury, will find a starting role next season (plus some potential landing spots that make sense). In other news, Jori heads to Philly this week to examine the Philadelphia Eagles’ impressive defense, highlighted by the rise of linebacker Zach Baun, who’s making a name for himself after an offseason transformation.

Later in the episode, the conversation shifts to a common theme in the NFL: process vs. results. Frank and Jori analyze some key quarterback decisions by process alone: Deshaun Watson’s rumored return next year and Anthony Richardson’s stagnant development in Indianapolis. Jori and Frank analyze the Indianapolis Colts' decision-making process in drafting Richardson and whether it was a case of bad process or just bad luck. They also discuss the potential of Deshaun Watson bouncing back in Cleveland, reflecting on the Browns' investment and whether his struggles were a product of poor decision-making or something more complex. Frank and Jori also break down the Dallas Cowboys' hot streak and whether head coach Mike McCarthy’s job is safe after recent wins.

The episode closes with a discussion on Frank's NFL power rankings, with Frank placing the Eagles at the top and Jori arguing for the Buffalo Bills at number one, and the hosts' picks for Thursday Night Football as the Denver Broncos head to Southern California to take on the Los Angeles Chargers.

(2:45) - Kirk Cousins benched in Atlanta

(21:20) - Rise of Zach Baun in Philly

(31:35) - Process vs. results: Anthony Richardson

(38:00) - Process vs. results: Deshaun Watson

(46:10) - Process vs. results: Mike McCarthy

(55:00) - Frank's power rankings corner

(1:01:55) - TNF picks

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Biggest concern for every contender: Lions, Eagles, Bills, Chiefs, Vikings & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 23:07:35 +0000

In this jam-packed episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down each top NFL contender's biggest concern that could send them home early in January.

The Buffalo Bills kick things off, fresh off a big win. The offense is as dynamic as ever, while the defense—specifically the run defense—might be their Achilles' heel, especially when facing a physical team like the Baltimore Ravens. From there, the conversation turns to the Philadelphia Eagles, where Jalen Hurts' consistency in the passing game is a concern. The Kansas City Chiefs also come under the microscope, where a lack of downfield explosiveness and pass protection problems have made Patrick Mahomes and company more efficient than flashy.

Next, the Detroit Lions’ injury woes have raised major red flags, but their high-powered offense may still be enough to overcome these setbacks. The Minnesota Vikings continue to live and die by big plays, while the Ravens have quietly improved their defense, but one wrinkle in their pass coverage continues to be a weakness. Along the way, the guys hit on other teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Houston Texans, each with their own set of glaring questions heading into the postseason. Will Baker Mayfield’s hot streak last in Tampa Bay? Can the Texans offense improve enough to compete in January? The duo wrap up with some quick-hit thoughts on the other likely playoff teams.

(2:10) - Buffalo Bills

(9:10) - Philadelphia Eagles

(16:20) - Kansas City Chiefs

(26:25) - Detroit Lions

(32:15) - Baltimore Ravens

(38:05) - Minnesota Vikings

(47:50) - Pittsburgh Steelers

(53:00) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(57:40) - Houston Texans

(1:02:40) - Lightning round

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Week 15 instant reactions: Steelers exposed, Lions D struggles, Bills are AFC's scariest team | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:30:55 +0000

In this week's episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reactions and takeaways from Week 15 of NFL action. The guys kick things off discussing the polarization in the league this year, with a massive gap between the top-tier teams and those struggling at the bottom. The conversation shifts to what turned out to be the game of the week: Buffalo Bills vs. Detroit Lions. Fitz and Frank are in awe of Josh Allen’s incredible rise to MVP-caliber play. Frank lists the few quarterbacks in NFL history who have played at Allen’s current level, comparing him to the likes of Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers. But as impressive as the Bills are, the Lions defense is starting to show cracks. Can Dan Campbell’s squad continue to ride high with a shaky defense, or will this expose them in the postseason? Fitz is convinced that the Bills are now the team to beat in the AFC, even if that means taking down the mighty Kansas City Chiefs.

Fitz & Frank also highlight the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive struggles against the dominant Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers rolling on primetime against the Seattle Seahawks.

Later, the duo cover every other matchup from Sunday's slate of games. Fitz is particularly concerned with Tua Tagovailoa’s erratic play, while Frank gives props to Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams showing their connection is still very much alive. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stun the Los Angeles Chargers, with Baker Mayfield leading the charge, and Mike McCarthy is quietly earning his job back in Dallas. The duo wrap up with predictions for the Monday Night Football double header.

(00:50) - NFL is extremely polarized this year

(5:00) - Buffalo Bills @ Detroit Lions

(20:45) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(26:55) - Green Bay Packers @ Seattle Seahawks

(33:00) - Dallas Cowboys @ Carolina Panthers

(36:40) - Kansas City Chiefs @ Cleveland Browns

(40:15) - Miami Dolphins @ Houston Texans

(45:20) - New York Jets @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(47:10) - Washington Commanders @ New Orleans Saints

(50:35) - Baltimore Ravens @ New York Giants

(52:40) - Cincinnati Bengals @ Tennessee Titans

(54:20) - New England Patriots @ Arizona Cardinals

(55:40) - Indianapolis Colts @ Denver Broncos

(59:10) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Los Angeles Chargers

(1:01:40) - MNF picks

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Week 15 fifth quarter: Allen looks unstoppable over Lions, Eagles smother Steelers & Colts meltdown | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 03:57:44 +0000

The Buffalo Bills dropped over 40 points for the second time in two weeks...only this time they won! 48 points was certainly enough to do it in another explosive performance from MVP frontrunner Josh Allen and this Bills squad, this time surviving a ping-pong game against the Detroit Lions where Jared Goff's nearly 500 yards of passing just was too little too late.

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald break down Bills/Lions as well as the four other best games of the week, including another win for the Philadelphia Eagles, this time over the cross-state sometimes-rival Pittsburgh Steelers, bringing Jalen Hurts' birds squad to 12-2. The guys also discuss a Denver Broncos win that was all about momentum after a costly Jonathan Taylor goal-line fumble, the Washington Commanders fighting off a late rally from the New Orleans Saints and a Cincinnati Bengals win over the Tennessee Titans that was about as messy of a game as you'll see all year.

Closing the show, the guys give out their Week 15 Game Balls to a pair of defenders who changed the course of their games.

(0:35) - Bills take down Lions in 90-pt offensive wonder

(9:45) - Eagles prove Steelers offense isn't enough

(17:05) - Colts melt down against Broncos

(23:05) - Commanders hold off late Saints rally

(28:45) - Bengals/Titans was ludicrously sloppy

(33:10) - Week 15 Game Balls

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Campbell walks out on 49ers & more on Belichick’s move to CFB | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 19:30:25 +0000

The San Francisco 49ers have more questions than answers after a low-scoring loss to the Los Angeles Rams that effectively cost them their playoff chances. With the season all but over, should the 49ers go through with signing Brock Purdy to a $60 million deal or would trying their luck in the NFL Draft prove more successful? Plus, will De’Vondre Campbell ever return to the field after he left the 49ers in the third quarter of their Thursday night game? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein & Frank Schwab break it all down on this episode of Inside Coverage.

After spending time in Dallas for the Winter NFL Owners’ Meeting, Jori shares her top stories from the event. Bill Belichick’s move to college football was top of mind for many owners and Jori explains why Belichick might make the move now even though several NFL head coaching jobs are still open. Jori also gives updates on the possible expansion of replay assist and the impact of teams selling stakes to private equity firms.

(0:36) Rams @ 49ers recap

(3:34) What do we make of Brock Purdy now?

(16:53) De'Vondre Campbell leaves 49ers mid-game

(23:37) Why would Belichick move to CFB with NFL jobs still open?

(38:45) Takeaways from Winter NFL Owners' Meeting

(40:45) Possible expansion of replay assist

(52:34) Teams selling stakes to private equity firms

(55:54) Goodell addresses Jay-Z allegations

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Week 15's biggest games: Bills-Lions, Eagles on slop watch, Bucs-Chargers hoss fight | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:50 +0000

In this action-packed episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into the most intriguing matchups of NFL Week 15. They kick things off by discussing the surprising news of Bill Belichick heading to UNC—Charles is skeptical about the challenge ahead for Belichick at a program with a poor recruiting class. Can coaching scheme make up for a lack of talent? Then, it’s on to the Detroit Lions vs. Buffalo Bills, where Charles and Nate break down the matchup between Josh Allen and the Lions defense. With Allen’s prowess against man coverage and the Bills’ strength in the run game, can the Lions hold their ground?

After the break, it’s time for a hoss fight as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to LA to face off against the Los Angeles Chargers. Both teams have been defined by their physicality, and this matchup promises to deliver some fierce battles in the trenches. Nate and Charles also dive into Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Philadelphia Eagles, breaking down what’s become an unlikely "slop watch" game. Can Jalen Hurts and the Eagles overpower a Steelers team led by Mike Tomlin, or will Pittsburgh’s scrappy defense find a way to keep it close?

The guys continue with predictions for Indianapolis Colts vs. Denver Broncos, a game that could have major playoff implications for both teams. Can Anthony Richardson take on a top-tier defense like Denver’s? Next, Charles and Nate break down Green Bay Packers vs. Seattle Seahawks, with both teams fighting to assert themselves as true playoff contenders in the NFC. Who will come out on top—Jordan Love and the Packers’ high-flying offense or Geno Smith and the explosive Seahawks’ defense? Finally, the duo end with the mailbag question of the week on the pros and cons of spot drop and man-match coverage.

(2:20) - Thoughts on UNC hiring Bill Belichick

(7:45) - Buffalo Bills @ Detroit Lions

(22:40) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Los Angeles Chargers

(31:10) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(42:15) - Indianapolis Colts @ Denver Broncos

(48:35) - Green Bay Packers @ Seattle Seahawks

(1:00:10) - Mailbag of the week: spot drop vs. man-match coverage

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Bill Belichick to UNC & Vrabel to the Bears? Also, Eagles locker room drama | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:01:12 +0000

In today’s Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson, and Frank Schwab dive into a wild NFL week filled with coaching rumors, locker room tension and playoff implications. They kick things off with a trending former head coach, Bill Belichick, and whether he’s on the verge of a surprising jump to college football with the University of North Carolina. Is Belichick ready to trade in the NFL grind for a new challenge, and what does the rumored succession plan involving son Steve Belichick really mean for his future?

The discussion heats up as Charles and Frank debate the potential of Mike Vrabel as the next head coach for the Chicago Bears. Charles offers insight into how the Bears might be targeting a strong leader to pair with an upstart offensive mind, but Frank raises concerns about the impact on quarterback Caleb Williams. Meanwhile, the trio tackles the growing tension in the Philadelphia Eagles’ locker room, sparked by AJ Brown’s comments about the offense. Despite the team’s impressive 11-2 record, there’s talk of internal unrest, with some questioning quarterback Jalen Hurts. The crew breaks down how and why Hurts’ leadership continues to be scrutinized.

Finally, the guys wrap up with a look at the Kansas City Chiefs, who are somehow managing to be the worst 12-1 team in NFL history due to a number of lucky breaks. Can Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid keep their Super Bowl hopes alive with such a precarious record? Plus, the trio previews Thursday Night Football, where Frank and Charles favor the San Francisco 49ers to defeat the Los Angeles Rams, but Fitz throws in a bold pick for the Rams.

(4:10) - Is Bill Belichick to UNC real?

(22:50) - Could Bears pursue Mike Vrabel as their next HC?

(35:15) - Eagles locker room problems & Jalen Hurts

(48:10) - Frank's power rankings corner

(56:15) - Rams @ 49ers picks

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Rookie check-in: Caleb Williams, Bo Nix, Brock Bowers, Malik Nabers & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:20:45 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon take a deep dive into the 2024 NFL rookie class, breaking down the highs, lows, and everything in between. From quarterbacks like Caleb Williams, whose start with the Chicago Bears has been filled with ups and downs, to offensive lineman like Joe Alt, the guys evaluate how these rookies are performing and what we can expect moving forward.

Nate and Matt analyze Caleb Williams’ struggles with pressure and sacks in Chicago, acknowledging that the Bears’ disastrous season makes it hard to fully evaluate him. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels has been a revelation for the Washington Commanders, impressing with his football IQ and his blossoming connection with Terry McLaurin. Nate and Matt also dive into the impressive start from Drake Maye, despite a lack of talent around him, and Bo Nix, who’s been aggressive with the deep ball but still has room to improve his pocket presence.

The guys also look at the receiver class, noting that while Ladd McConkey has been the most consistent performer, it’s still early for many of the top draft picks. Despite some growing pains, they remain cautiously optimistic about the potential of late-round guys like Xavier Worthy and some slot receivers who haven’t quite hit their stride yet.

Additionally, the guys highlight standout rookies at tight end, including Brock Bowers, who’s already making waves in the Las Vegas Raiders’ offense, and the impressive rookie offensive linemen, including JC Latham and Zach Frazier, who are living up to their first-round billing. The duo finish up with some rapid fire shoutouts on the defensive side of the ball.

(3:50) - Caleb Williams

(15:40) - Jayden Daniels

(26:20) - Drake Maye

(36:15) - Bo Nix

(48:45) - Wide receivers

(1:03:35) - Tight ends

(1:08:20) - Running backs

(1:13:00) - Offensive line

(1:22:50) - Defense

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Week 14 fifth quarter: Stafford, Allen & Darnold sling it while Bears look putrid | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Dec 2024 05:16:02 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald fire up the Football 301 fifth quarter with a look at four excellent games from Week 14's Sunday slate and one game that will have Chicago Bears fans wearing a bag over their heads.

The guys kick things off with the epic 44-42 carnival show in Los Angeles where the Buffalo Bills fell narrowly to the L.A. Rams in the inter-conference tilt. Both Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen looked excellent, and while only one team got the win, the guys explain that the Bills don't have too much to worry about, aside from seeding in the AFC playoffs.

Nate and Charles also discuss the Seattle Seahawks extending their NFC West lead with a win over the Arizona Cardinals, Sam Darnold throwing for 5 touchdowns in a 42-21 Minnesota Vikings win over the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers staying frisky in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Closing out the show, the duo share a mind-bogglingly terrible stat from the Chicago Bears loss and give out their game balls for Week 14.

(2:25) - Rams knock down Bills in 44-42 thriller

(12:20) - Seahawks extend NFC West lead over Cardinals

(20:45) - Falcons fall to Vikings in huge Darnold game

(29:30) - Eagles survive frisky Panthers team

(39:00) - Bad Bears stat & Week 14 game balls

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Week 14 instant reactions: Bills' stunning loss, Darnold’s hot streak, Seahawks lead NFC West | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Dec 2024 05:15:33 +0000

In this week's Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab react to every game from the Week 14 NFL Sunday slate. Fitz and Frank start with some of the more interesting outcomes, including the Kansas City Chiefs escaping with a close win on Sunday night and the Buffalo Bills' stunning loss to the Los Angeles Rams, as Josh Allen’s historic fantasy performance wasn’t enough to save them. The Minnesota Vikings beat the Atlanta Falcons, as Sam Darnold continues to shine while Kirk Cousins struggles, leading Frank to wonder about Minnesota’s offseason plans. Over in the NFC, the Seattle Seahawks asserted themselves as the best team in the NFC West, dominating the Arizona Cardinals, with Frank predicting they’ll win the division.

Later, Fitz & Frank dive into the rest of the Sunday slate. In Tennessee, the Jaguars handed the Titans another blowout loss, leaving Frank wondering if it’s time for a major rebuild. The Las Vegas Raiders’ nightmare season continued with a cheap shot injury to Aidan O’Connell, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers seized control of the NFC South. Are the San Francisco 49ers still alive in the NFC playoff race? Fitz and Frank break down all the key takeaways, with a special focus on how the Bills, Vikings, and Seahawks stack up for the playoff push.

(1:45) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs

(7:30) - Buffalo Bills @ Los Angeles Rams

(13:30) - Atlanta Falcons @ Minnesota Vikings

(24:15) - Seattle Seahawks @ Arizona Cardinals

(29:00) - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tennessee Titans

(33:00) - New York Jets @ Miami Dolphins

(36:00) - New Orleans Saints @ New York Giants

(38:50) - Carolina Panthers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(46:25) - Las Vegas Raiders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(54:10) - Cleveland Browns @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(56:50) - Chicago Bears @ San Francisco 49ers

(1:00:15) - Cincinnati Bengals @ Dallas Cowboys preview

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Ranking NFL head coach openings: avoid Cowboys & Jets but give Raiders a chance | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 19:35:51 +0000

Dan Campbell’s bold play calling earns the Detroit Lions a win against the Green Bay Packers in a Thursday Night Football thriller. Jason Fitz & Charles Robinson break down the game and explain just how demoralizing it is for opposing defenses when teams like the Lions continuously go for it on 4th down.

C Rob ranks both the current and likely head coach openings in the NFL based solely on the team’s QB situation. While it’s not surprising that a team like the New York Jets with an aging Aaron Rodgers is ranked worst, C Rob’s evaluation of the Dallas Cowboys with Dak Prescott might surprise you. Plus, are the Las Vegas Raiders actually a decent landing spot for a new head coach despite Gardner Minshew’s poor play?

(0:35) Packers @ Lions recap

(12:38) Lions or Eagles to Super Bowl?

(23:58) Ranking HC openings by QB situation

(24:43) New York Jets & Rodgers

(27:56) New Orleans Saints & Carr

(30:30) New York Giants & Jones dead cap

(37:42) Dallas Cowboys & Prescott

(48:21) Jacksonville Jaguars & Lawrence

(52:02) Las Vegas Raiders & Minshew

(58:50) Chicago Bears & Williams

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Week 14 preview: Seahawks D has arrived, Brock Bowers' rise, Bryce Young's biggest test | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Dec 2024 16:42:58 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive into their Week 14 preview, highlighting one thing to watch in every game. With playoff hopes on the line for many teams, the guys break down what to expect from a slate of games featuring struggling offenses and elite defenses.

They kick things off with the Cleveland Browns visiting the Pittsburgh Steelers, where Charles thinks 6.5 points is too low for the Steelers given the Browns' ongoing offensive struggles. Nate also highlights Russell Wilson’s aging but effective play as a key factor in Pittsburgh's recent success. From there, the discussion shifts to an AFC East matchup between the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins, with the Jets’ defense starting to unravel after Robert Saleh’s firing and Miami trying to find momentum to bring into the offseason.

The “Hoss Fight of the Week” features the Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals. Nate highlights the improving Seahawks defense, led by Ernest Jones, while Charles wonders if Seattle’s pass-heavy offense is sustainable long-term. Over in Carolina, Bryce Young faces his toughest test yet against the Philadelphia Eagles, with both guys wondering if the Carolina Panthers can keep up against the Eagles’ elite defense.

Later, the guys look at the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs, where Nate points to the potential impact of DJ Humphries' start at left tackle for Kansas City and predicts a big game for Chargers' receiver Ladd McConkey, before diving into a Slop Watch as the Jacksonville Jaguars take on the Tennessee Titans and hitting the mailbag question of the week.

(2:20) - Cleveland Browns @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(8:30) - Las Vegas Raiders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(13:50) - New York Jets @ Miami Dolphins

(19:20) - Seattle Seahawks @ Arizona Cardinals

(26:25) - Atlanta Falcons @ Minnesota Vikings

(32:40) - Buffalo Bills @ Los Angeles Rams

(36:50) - New Orleans Saints @ New York Giants

(39:45) - Chicago Bears @ San Francisco 49ers

(42:35) - Carolina Panthers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(47:45) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs

(51:40) - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tennessee Titans

(56:05) - Cincinnati Bengals @ Dallas Cowboys

(59:40) - Are nickel corners corners?

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Dak backs McCarthy, Bo Nix leading HISTORIC QB Class & Bears’ coaching search | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 4 Dec 2024 19:45:40 +0000

In this week's Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein, and Frank Schwab dive into the latest headlines, from Dak Prescott's comments on Mike McCarthy to the evolving coaching carousel in Chicago.

First up, Jori Epstein reacts to her viral interview with Dak Prescott about his thoughts on McCarthy's future in Dallas. The crew debates whether the Dallas Cowboys should bring Mike McCarthy back or move in a new direction, weighing the pros and cons of potential head coaching candidates like Mike Vrabel and Ben Johnson and whether the grass really is greener on the other side.

The conversation shifts to the Chicago Bears, whose continued coaching missteps have left the franchise in turmoil. The crew discusses what the Bears should be looking for in their new leader and whether they can ever find stability after years of turnover.

The trio also dive into the historic 2024 rookie QB class, with Frank calling it one of the best we've seen since the legendary 1983 draft. As we approach Week 14, these young quarterbacks are showing they’re more than ready for the NFL, with some already playing at a high level. Jori also brings up Sean Payton as a Coach of the Year candidate, whose bold moves in Denver are starting to pay off.

Finally, the crew debates NFL power rankings, with the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles both making strong cases for the top spot, and previews this week's Thursday Night Football matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions.

(1:05) - Cowboys coaching dilemma

(20:00) - Bears begin head coach search

(37:50) - Is this rookie QB class going to be among the all-time greats?

(46:50) - Frank's power rankings corner

(50:50) - Packers @ Lions preview & picks

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Funerals for non-playoff teams: Bears, Bengals, 49ers, Browns & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Dec 2024 23:35:32 +0000

In this episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon read the obituaries for the most disappointing NFL teams of the 2024 season, declaring each team's hopes and dreams for the 2024 season, where they fell short and what to do about it this offseason. The Cleveland Browns' playoff hopes are shot, with Deshaun Watson’s struggles leaving the team at a crossroads—will they cut bait or roll the dice with Jameis Winston? The Cincinnati Bengals’ high-powered offense has been undermined by a porous defense, raising questions about how they rebuild in the offseason.

The San Francisco 49ers, plagued by injuries and a Super Bowl hangover, face an uncertain future—are they done, or can they regroup next year? The Chicago Bears, full of young talent, are caught in a cycle of dysfunction. A coaching change could be the key to a turnaround, but that hasn't worked out for them in the past. The New York Jets are stuck in limbo with Aaron Rodgers’ return not going as planned, leaving them to figure out where to go from here.

The Miami Dolphins’ fragile roster has them teetering on the edge of playoff elimination, and Nate and Matt question if they have enough to make another run next year. Finally, the Dallas Cowboys have fallen short of expectations, and with major roster questions, the guys wonder if it’s time for a shake-up or just more of the same.

(2:10) Cleveland Browns

(15:00) Cincinnati Bengals

(28:10) San Francisco 49ers

(42:50) Chicago Bears

(49:35) New York Jets

(59:10) Miami Dolphins

(1:05:30) Dallas Cowboys

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Week 13 instant reactions: Eagles’ Super Bowl push, Steelers’ versatility, Bryce Young emerging | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Dec 2024 05:31:46 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab break down the biggest matchups from Week 13 of NFL action, as they give their thoughts on the three biggest games from Sunday, parse through the leftovers from the Thanksgiving games and give instant takeaways for every game from the Week 13 Sunday slate.

The Philadelphia Eagles solidified their Super Bowl contender status with a dominant second-half performance against the Baltimore Ravens. Jalen Hurts and the Eagles are now 8-0 since their bye, and Frank and Fitz both agree that Philly has a case to be considered the NFC favorite. Despite a strong effort from Lamar Jackson, the Ravens continue to struggle, particularly with kicker Justin Tucker’s recent struggles, which could haunt them come playoff time.

The Pittsburgh Steelers impress with their versatility, winning both low-scoring slugfests and high-scoring shootouts. Fitz and Frank praise Mike Tomlin’s coaching job, though they note some concerns, particularly with George Pickens' recent struggles. The Cincinnati Bengals, meanwhile, continue to disappoint, with Frank calling their defense a major liability despite Joe Burrow’s MVP-level play.

In the "Leftovers" segment, the guys discuss the Thanksgiving games, including the struggles of the Chicago Bears, an unremarkable Dallas Cowboys win and the Green Bay Packers turning in their best performance of the season. The Kansas City Chiefs continue to win ugly, but Fitz remains skeptical about their long-term prospects.

Fitz & Frank move on to the rest of the Sunday slate, including Bryce Young’s development, one of the dirtiest hits of the last few years, Drake Maye vs. Anthony Richardson and much more. The duo finish up with their predictions for Monday night's matchup between the Cleveland Browns & Denver Broncos.

(1:55) - San Francisco 49ers @ Buffalo Bills

(7:15) - Philadelphia Eagles @ Baltimore Ravens

(18:15) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

(29:00) - Chicago Bears @ Detroit Lions

(32:00) - New York Giants @ Dallas Cowboys

(32:20) - Miami Dolphins @ Green Bay Packers

(34:00) - Las Vegas Raiders @ Kansas City Chiefs

(40:45) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers

(44:45) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Atlanta Falcons

(47:35) - Houston Texans @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(51:30) - Tennessee Titans @ Washington Commanders

(52:00) - Los Angeles Rams @ New Orleans Saints

(52:45) - Seattle Seahawks @ New York Jets

(55:30) - Indianapolis Colts @ New England Patriots

(57:30) - Arizona Cardinals @ Minnesota Vikings

(1:01:30) - Monday Night Football preview

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Week 13 fifth quarter: Cousins' 4 INTs kills Falcons & is Justin Tucker washed? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Dec 2024 03:29:59 +0000

Week 13 in the 2024 NFL season, perhaps like your Thanksgiving meal, was not without its mess. The ugly finishes and strange special teams results from the Thursday and Friday matchups bled into Sunday as weird kicking, turnovers and baffling play continued through the weekend.

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald discuss their 5 most important games from Sunday's action, starting with the Atlanta Falcons falling to the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks to Kirk Cousins' 4 interceptions. Charles laments his hometown Falcons and how this was actually a very winnable game for the Dirty Birds, if it weren't for Cousins' penchant for giving up the ball.

Next up, a tight matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens that might have finished differently if it weren't for a trio of missed kicks by legend Justin Tucker. The guys wrap up the show discussing the Minnesota Vikings coming back late against the Arizona Cardinals, Anthony Richardson's final drive heroics in a win over the New England Patriots & the New York Jets doing New York Jets thing in a home loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

(2:10) - Falcons fall to Chargers

(10:35) - Eagles defense holds back Ravens

(18:15) - Vikings come back late against Cardinals

(24:55) - Richardson's Colts win in final moments against Patriots

(32:15) - Jets continue lackluster offense against Seahawks

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Daniel Jones to the Vikings, Saquon Barkley's MVP case, Bryce Young's development | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 18:52:17 +0000

Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein & Frank Schwab discuss the ongoing running back renaissance in the NFL and whether it’s time to reconsider how running backs are valued before diving into the latest quarterback news and previewing the Thanksgiving games. With Saquon Barkley making an MVP case, the episode starts with the evolving role of running backs like Barkley and Derrick Henry in today’s game, and whether teams should invest heavily in top-tier backs. The hosts explore the trend of successful RB moves this season and whether we should expect that trend to continue. The three hosts also cover the NFL salary cap, debating whether it still holds the same power it once did. Jori breaks down the cap’s impact on team-building and whether teams should focus more on probabilistic outcomes when making financial decisions, rather than strictly adhering to cap constraints.

Daniel Jones made headlines by reportedly signing with the Minnesota Vikings during the podcast, and the hosts react to the move and analyze why this move makes sense for both Jones and the Vikings. They highlight the potential for Jones to thrive under head coach Kevin O'Connell and for the Vikings to get a bridge quarterback to mentor J.J. McCarthy.

In other quarterback news, Bryce Young nearly took down the Kansas City Chiefs last weekend, and the trio break down what the driving factor for Young's improvement is. Was it the benching, and will his good play continue down the stretch?

Later, Frank breaks down his latest power rankings and what led to the Philadelphia Eagles jumping the Chiefs for the #2 spot.

Finally, the hosts preview the Thanksgiving Day matchups, including the Chicago Bears vs. Detroit Lions, the New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Dolphins vs. Green Bay Packers. They discuss the key storylines and make their predictions for each game, along with some questionable Thanksgiving food comparisons.

(1:00) Is the NFL entering a running back renaissance?

(25:20) Daniel Jones signs with the Vikings

(32:00) Bryce Young's recent development

(46:10) Frank's power rankings corner: Eagles take #2 spot

(50:10) Thanksgiving games preview

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Thanksgiving Special! Eagles-Ravens, Bears-Lions, Dolphins in the snow & more Week 13 matchups | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 23:29:15 +0000

In this Thanksgiving special episode, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive into a packed Week 13 slate with plenty of playoff implications. From explosive performances to key matchups, they break down the top games of the week, including the Philadelphia Eagles’ high-flying offense, the Baltimore Ravens’ blue-chip coaching and a Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Chicago Bears & Detroit Lions, plus a potential snow game for the Miami Dolphins in Green Bay.

Charles gives his thoughts on the Eagles’ thrilling win over the Los Angeles Rams, pointing out that while Philly’s offense wasn’t overly efficient, their ability to generate explosive plays was the difference. Meanwhile, the Ravens continue to prove their playoff contender status, with the two hosts highlighting Derrick Henry’s second-half dominance in a win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

The Thanksgiving games are on the agenda as well, with a look at the Bears facing the Lions. Can Chicago’s offense find consistency after a rare strong outing, or will the Lions’ top-tier defense stifle them? They also break down the Dolphins in the snow against the Green Bay Packers, discussing Miami’s offensive firepower, the cold-weather challenge and how the Packers’ defense could take advantage of the Dolphins’ struggles with the run game. The duo also cover the Chargers taking on the Atlanta Falcons, who are coming off a brutal loss against Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos.

Other Week 13 matchups include a deep dive into the Arizona Cardinals vs. the Minnesota Vikings, with Nate highlighting Minnesota’s defense against pulling blockers and Arizona's surprisingly good defense. Meanwhile, Charles and Nate give their take on Eagles vs. Ravens, with the matchup between Lamar Jackson and the Eagles' defense shaping up to be the hoss fight of the week.

Finally, the San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills are discussed, with Charles hopeful that Brock Purdy will play and lead San Francisco back to form, though both Charles and Nate agree that the Bills’ defensive speed and offensive depth will likely be too much for the 49ers to handle.

(3:15) Eagles vs. Rams takeaways

(7:20) Ravens vs. Chargers takeaways

(11:20) Bears @ Lions preview

(21:55) Dolphins @ Packers preview

(35:50) Chargers @ Falcons preview

(44:50) Cardinals @ Vikings preview

(59:45) Eagles @ Ravens preview

(1:09:55) 49ers @ Bills preview

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Week 12 instant takeaways: 49ers collapse, Nix for Rookie of the Year? Stroud's sophomore slump | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:30:30 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to break down EVERY game from the Week 12 Sunday slate.

Frank & Fitz start with highlighting the three biggest games of the day, as they give their thoughts and takeaways from Saquon Barkley's utter dominance on Sunday night, the San Francisco 49ers' complete collapse against the Green Bay Packers and the Washington Commanders evidently slipping in a brutal loss against the Dallas Cowboys.

Later, the two hosts dive into every other game from the Week 12 Sunday slate, as they give their thoughts on impressive quarterback performances from Sam Darnold, Bo Nix and Tua Tagovailoa, the Kansas City Chiefs employing the use of black magic once again, C.J. Stroud's sophomore slump, whether or not the Seattle Seahawks are the new team to beat in the NFC West and much more. Fitz & Frank wrap up with their thoughts and predictions for the Monday night Harbaugh Bowl in Los Angeles.

(00:30) Philadelphia Eagles @ Los Angeles Rams

(8:10) San Francisco 49ers @ Green Bay Packers

(16:20) Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Commanders

(24:35) Minnesota Vikings @ Chicago Bears

(29:25) Detroit Lions @ Indianapolis Colts

(32:40) New England Patriots @ Miami Dolphins

(36:00) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New York Giants

(40:35) Denver Broncos @ Las Vegas Raiders

(47:10) Kansas City Chiefs @ Carolina Panthers

(49:40) Tennessee Titans @ Houston Texans

(54:50) Arizona Cardinals @ Seattle Seahawks

(57:50) Baltimore Ravens @ Los Angeles Chargers preview

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Week 12's fifth quarter: Bears & Panthers show glimmers of hope in close losses | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 03:39:29 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald kick off the new Sunday night edition of Football 301 looking into five of the most interesting results from Week 12.

The Chicago Bears lost yet again close, this time to the division rival Minnesota Vikings. The guys explain why hope is not lost for Chicago as Caleb Williams has continued to finally show improvement under new offensive coordinator Thomas Brown.

Likewise in Carolina, it's been a rough two years for Bryce Young, but in 30-27 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the former first overall pick may have put together the best game of his career.

Nate & Charles also discuss the Texans falling to Will Levis' Tennessee Titans, a completely crazy fourth quarter between the Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys and a Seattle Cardinals win that may have reset the NFC West race.

(2:15) - Williams shows hope in loss to Vikings

(7:20) - Commanders/Cowboys goes crazy in fourth quarter

(14:00) - Rollercoaster Will Levis gives Titans win over Texans

(19:55) - Bryce Young may have had his best game yet against KC

(25:05) - Seattle D resets NFC West against Cardinals

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Giants release Daniel Jones, Browns win in snow & who can you REALLY trust to win the AFC? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:12:06 +0000

After relegating him to QB4, the New York Giants officially release Daniel Jones. Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab ask what went wrong in the ‘Daniel Jones era’ and look ahead to where he might be able to still land on his feet elsewhere in the NFL.

The Cleveland Browns beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-19 in the snow during Thursday Night Football. The Steelers showed they might not be the postseason contenders we imagined in this game where their offensive star George Pickens was almost nowhere to be seen. All the Browns' problems seem to lie with their quarterback, but would getting a new QB in the 2025 NFL Draft truly get them back to winning ways?

Fitz, Frank, and Charles look ahead to next season for Aaron Rodgers. If he’s not retired or with the New York Jets, where could the veteran QB realistically go? Plus, the trio look at two other QB contracts worth keeping an eye on in the second half of the season with Brock Purdy’s new deal with the San Francisco 49ers and if the Steelers will extend Russell Wilson.

The three then ask which teams they really, truly trust to win either the AFC or NFC. Can the Steelers be trusted to win the AFC after a loss to a Browns team with nothing to lose? And is there anyone in the NFC who can threaten the Detroit Lions?

(0:26) Giants release Daniel Jones

(8:21) Steelers @ Browns recap

(33:49) Where could Rodgers go next season?

(43:01) QB contracts worth watching: Russell Wilson

(46:23) QB contracts worth watching: Brock Purdy

(56:01) Who do you trust to win the AFC?

(1:05:08) Who do you trust to win the NFC?

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Week 12 preview: Ravens-Chargers, Packers' kryptonite, can Panthers hang vs. Chiefs? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:15:46 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to look ahead to Week 12 of NFL action and give one thing to watch for every game, including a deep dive on the two biggest games of the week. The Baltimore Ravens take on the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night, and Nate and Charles break down the Chargers' blueprint to keep up with a dangerous Ravens offense before moving on to the San Francisco 49ers vs. the Green Bay Packers, where two offenses with some key issues will face off.

Later, Nate and Charles give one thing to watch in every Week 12 game and discuss Drake Maye's emergence as a legitimate franchise quarterback, big tests for Anthony Richardson and Caleb Williams, one way for the Dallas Cowboys defense to stifle Jayden Daniels, the Arizona Cardinals' offensive evolution, Sean McVay facing off against his nemesis Vic Fangio and much more. The duo finish up with a mailbag question of the week on the Georgia offense.

(2:05) Baltimore Ravens @ Los Angeles Chargers

(20:35) San Francisco 49ers @ Green Bay Packers

(35:00) Minnesota Vikings @ Chicago Bears

(39:25) Detroit Lions @ Indianapolis Colts

(43:25) New England Patriots @ Miami Dolphins

(49:30) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New York Giants

(52:45) Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Commanders

(46:35) Kansas City Chiefs @ Carolina Panthers

(59:45) Tennessee Titans @ Houston Texans

(1:03:10) Denver Broncos @ Las Vegas Raiders

(1:04:15) Arizona Cardinals @ Seattle Seahawks

(1:10:30) Philadelphia Eagles @ Los Angeles Rams

(1:14:40) Mailbag: is Georgia's offensive scheme any good?

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What's next for Aaron Rodgers & the Jets? Giants bench Daniel Jones, Mike Tomlin's career year | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:26:55 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to go behind the scenes on the latest news and storylines from around the NFL. The New York Jets fired their general manager Joe Douglas, which leads to a conversation about the future of the Jets and whether the complicated late-career saga of Aaron Rodgers is truly coming to an end after this season. In other New York quarterback news, the Giants benched QB Daniel Jones and are planning to start Tommy DeVito with Head Coach Brian Daboll's job potentially on the line. Is desperately trying to win games really in the best interest of the 2024 New York Giants?

Later, Jori delves into her latest reporting around Chicago Bears OC Thomas Brown and the changes he's made to build around rookie QB Caleb Williams, and how Brown's focus on creating a simpler ecosystem for Williams is already showing on the field. Frank has officially launched the Mike Tomlin for Coach of the Year campaign, and he argues why Tomlin is having his best ever year leading the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The hosts wrap up with Frank's latest controversial power rankings – as Frank attempts to defend keeping the Kansas City Chiefs above the Buffalo Bills despite the outcome of Sunday's head-to-head matchup – and predictions for Thursday night's matchup between the Steelers and the Cleveland Browns.

(5:30) What's next for Aaron Rodgers and the Jets?

(24:50) Giants bench Daniel Jones, will start Tommy DeVito

(32:45) How Thomas Brown is helping Caleb Williams

(41:45) Mike Tomlin for Coach of the Year?

(47:50) Frank's power rankings corner

(55:40) Thursday night predictions: Steelers @ Browns

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Playoff hopes for teams on the bubble: Bengals, 49ers, Colts, Broncos & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:24:48 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon take an in-depth look at the middle class of the NFL as they determine whether each playoff-hopeful team should be preparing for a playoff push or packing their bags.

First, the duo start with the news that the New York Jets fired their general manager Joe Douglas. This move was mostly expected, but it really puts in perspective how far this franchise has fallen from the optimism surrounding the Aaron Rodgers acquisition just two offseasons ago. Nate and Matt also discuss whether Rodgers could return (on another team) in 2025.

Moving on to some teams more deserving of attention, Nate and Matt start with teams on the bubble in the AFC playoff race, as they diagnose the Miami Dolphins, Cincinnati Bengals (both sit under 10% playoff odds), Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos and decide whether they are ready to make a playoff push or are destined for Cancun.

The NFC race is even tighter than the AFC, as Nate and Matt give their predictions on the Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers before attempting to parse out a neck-and-neck NFC West that includes the Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams.

(3:35) Jets fire GM Joe Douglas

(10:05) Playoffs or pack it up: Dolphins

(17:05) Playoffs or pack it up: Bengals

(26:10) Playoffs or pack it up: Colts

(34:25) Playoffs or pack it up: Broncos

(43:25) Playoffs or pack it up: Falcons

(51:00) Playoffs or pack it up: Buccaneers

(54:40) Playoffs or pack it up: Seahawks

(1:02:40) Playoffs or pack it up: 49ers

(1:10:05) Playoffs or pack it up: Cardinals

(1:18:25) Playoffs or pack it up: Rams

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Week 11 instant takeaways: Bills are dragonslayers, Steelers can win the North, Lions embarrass Jags | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:31:53 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions and takeaways from every single game in the Week 11 NFL Sunday slate. The dynamic duo kick things off with the biggest highlight games of the day, as they give their thoughts on the Buffalo Bills finally slaying the undefeated dragon that was the Kansas City Chiefs and how the result changes the entire AFC playoff race, the Detroit Lions embarrassing the Jacksonville Jaguars in what looked like the best team in the NFL beating up on the worst team and the Pittsburgh Steelers officially putting the league on notice that they are the team to beat in the AFC North.

Next, Frank and Fitz move on to the rest of the Sunday slate of games and discuss the Chicago Bears falling short against Green Bay for the eleventh straight time, Anthony Richardson's huge bounce-back game, the Denver Broncos looking like a clear wild card team, the muddy mess that is the NFC West race and much more. The two hosts finish off the episode with their thoughts and predictions for Monday night's matchup between the Houston Texans and the Dallas Cowboys.

(00:25) Kansas City Chiefs @ Buffalo Bills

(9:55) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Detroit Lions

(20:25) Baltimore Ravens @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(28:00) Cincinnati Bengals @ Los Angeles Chargers

(33:20) Green Bay Packers @ Chicago Bears

(39:00) Minnesota Vikings @ Tennessee Titans

(40:55) Las Vegas Raiders @ Miami Dolphins

(44:20) Los Angeles Rams @ New England Patriots

(45:50) Cleveland Browns @ New Orleans Saints

(47:25) Indianapolis Colts @ New York Jets

(50:05) Atlanta Falcons @ Denver Broncos

(54:45) Seattle Seahawks @ San Francisco 49ers

(58:00) Houston Texans @ Dallas Cowboys

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Deion Sanders CANNOT fix Cowboys & did we forget about the Eagles? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 18:51:45 +0000

The Dallas Cowboys have problems but Deion Sanders is not the answer. Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab look at what a path to fixing the Dallas Cowboys would really look like. While a Deion and Shedeur Sanders combo might not work for Dallas, are there any other NFL franchises that should consider the father + son duo?

But first, the trio recaps the Thursday Night Football game which saw the Philadelphia Eagles come out on top of the Washington Commanders. Despite having a solid roster and 8 wins, the Eagles have slipped from the NFC title conversation. What made us forget about the Eagles up until Thursday night?

(1:53) Commanders @ Eagles recap

(18:19) Is overpaying RBs an issue?

(24:17) Path to fix Dallas Cowboys

(47:47) Is Deion + Shedeur Sanders to the same NFL team a bad idea?

(1:00:46) Stock up on C.J. Stroud

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2025 NFL Draft deep dive with Dane Brugler & NFL Week 11 preview | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 23:06:09 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald kick off this monster episode by previewing the biggest matchups of an enticing Week 11 slate of NFL games by giving one (or two or three) things to watch in each. Later, Nate is joined by the Athletic's draft guru himself Dane Brugler to deep dive on the 2025 NFL Draft. The duo give strengths and weaknesses of the class and favorite players at each position before diving into their latest big boards and comparing key prospects to keep an eye on.

Nate and Charles start off the show with the five biggest games of Week 11, as they discuss how the Pittsburgh Steelers can beat the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, how Patrick Mahomes will attack the Buffalo Bills two-high defense, what to watch for when Joe Burrow takes on Jesse Minter's fierce Los Angeles Chargers defense, how the Atlanta Falcons can beat the Denver Broncos and whether or not the Chicago Bears can rise to the challenge against the rival Green Bay Packers.

Next, the Athletic's Dane Brugler joins Nate to deep dive into the 2025 NFL Draft class. The duo start off by breaking down the class as a whole by position, discussing strengths and weaknesses, giving insights into an unusual quarterback class, brain-dumping on running backs and wide receivers and much more. Next, Nate and Dane compare their latest 2025 big boards by discussing players they disagreed most on, which guys they wish they could've included in their top 50, their favorite players to watch overall and more.

(2:05) Baltimore Ravens @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(8:30) Kansas City Chiefs @ Buffalo Bills

(14:45) Cincinnati Bengals @ Los Angeles Chargers

(18:20) Atlanta Falcons @ Denver Broncos

(20:50) Green Bay Packers @ Chicago Bears

(26:15) 2025 NFL Draft class overview

(1:08:15) Comparing big boards: biggest differences, favorite players

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Colts turn back to Anthony Richardson, getting Caleb Williams back on track & Eagles-Commanders TNF | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:29:27 +0000

Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein join forces to break down the biggest news and storylines from around the NFL this week, including Anthony Richardson reclaiming the starting role in Indy, the Chicago Bears making a big coaching change, Micah Parsons' latest comments, Frank's updated power rankings and previewing a massive NFC East showdown on Thursday night.

Frank and Jori kick things off with the news that Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen is placing QB Anthony Richardson back in the starting role after a disastrous couple of games for Joe Flacco. Frank and Jori discuss how we got to this decision and what a roller coaster past couple of weeks means for Richardson's future development. In other news, the Bears fired OC Shane Waldron as they try to get Caleb Williams back on track and Micah Parsons made some interesting comments about Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy when speaking with Jori on Sunday.

Frank's latest power rankings are out, and Frank attempts to defend his more controversial placements, including moving the New York Giants to the very bottom and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Arizona Cardinals ever closer to the top 5.

The Thursday night matchup between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles has game of the year potential, and Frank and Jori break down how each team can manage to come away with a win that would have huge implications for the NFC East race.

(2:20) Anthony Richardson reclaims starting role

(15:50) What does the Bears coaching change mean for Caleb Williams?

(25:25) Micah Parsons on Mike McCarthy's future

(32:00) Frank's power rankings corner: Giants, Steelers, Cardinals

(44:30) Commanders @ Eagles preview

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NFL midseason special: best rookies, true Super Bowl contenders, surprises/disappointments & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:28:52 +0000

The three man weave returns as Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald for a special midseason awards show. The trio check in on their preseason takes, predict true Super Bowl contenders, give their biggest surprises & disappointments so far this season and much more.

Nate, Matt and Charles kick things off with their short list of true Super Bowl contenders, as everyone has the same top four teams, but things get interesting after that. On the flip side, the hosts also predict which three NFL teams will end up with the top three picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, and they all happened to have the exact same list. The trio also give their thoughts on the Chicago Bears parting ways with OC Shane Waldron after a disastrous few weeks coming out of the bye.

Nate, Matt and Charles move on to their biggest surprises & disappointments on offense and defense and their standout rookies through ten weeks, breaking down the New York Jets, Washington Commanders, the Carolina Panthers wide receivers, the Dallas Cowboys defense, the Los Angeles Chargers defense and more.

Later, the three hosts wrap up the show with their favorite thing they've watched this season (Charles has some words on Antonio Pierce), looking back at preseason takes they made and either taking a victory lap or eating crow, their favorite niche players to watch and favorite coordinators and position coaches.

(2:55) Teams that can actually win the Super Bowl

(11:30) Predicting the three worst NFL teams this season

(19:10) Thoughts on Bears firing OC Shane Waldron

(25:50) Biggest surprises & disappointments: offense

(39:15) Biggest surprises & disappointments: defense

(50:20) Biggest surprises & disappointments: rookies

(58:25) Favorite thing we've watched this season

(1:07:00) Preseason take victory laps

(1:10:50) Preseason takes we want back

(1:16:00) Favorite niche players

(1:17:35 Favorite coordinators & position coaches

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Week 10 instant takeaways: Steelers have swagger, Eagles & Cardinals on the rise | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:25:08 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions and takeaways from every game of the Week 10 Sunday slate. The duo kick things off by reacting to the highlight games from the weekend, including a gritty Detroit Lions W in Houston, Russell Wilson leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a huge win and the Kansas City Chiefs dabbling in black magic once again to get a last-second win at home against the Denver Broncos.

Later, Fitz and Frank go game-by-game and give their takeaways from the other Week 10 games, as the duo discuss the New York Giants reaching a new low, Joe Flacco and Sam Darnold regressing, the Marquez Valdez-Scantling legacy game, the Arizona Cardinals and Philadelphia Eagles demanding more respect, the Caleb Williams fiasco and much more before giving their picks for the Monday night matchup between the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams.

(4:20) Detroit Lions @ Houston Texans

(12:00) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Washington Commanders

(20:35) Denver Broncos @ Kansas City Chiefs

(29:30) New York Giants @ Carolina Panthers

(34:55) New England Patriots @ Chicago Bears

(39:15) Buffalo Bills @ Indianapolis Colts

(42:50) Atlanta Falcons @ New Orleans Saints

(44:55) San Francisco 49ers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(48:00) New York Jets @ Arizona Cardinals

(52:30) Tennessee Titans @ Los Angeles Chargers

(54:15) Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys

(56:45) Minnesota Vikings @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(1:02:50) Miami Dolphins @ Los Angeles Rams preview

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Ravens exploit bad Bengals defense in TNF & biggest QB surprises this season | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 8 Nov 2024 19:11:59 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab break down the Baltimore Ravens 35-34 victory against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night. Joe Burrow & Ja’Maar Chase put up huge numbers, but it wasn’t enough to get past an MVP-like Lamar Jackson and a Ravens team that just might be in the best position to make it to the Super Bowl than they ever have been.

The trio share which quarterbacks won and lost at the trade deadline earlier this week. For Jared Goff it’s a win, as the Lions grabbed a defensive piece in Za’Darius Smith from the Cleveland Browns to aid in their Super Bowl pursuit. Meanwhile Dak Prescott & Deshaun Watson are trade deadline losers as the Browns parted with Amari Cooper and the Cowboys seemingly settled for Jonathan Mingo.

Fitz, C Rob & Frank give out some midseason QB awards such as their QB MVP, biggest surprise QB of the season (both good and bad) and the biggest QB disappointment.

(1:35) Cincinnati @ Baltimore recap

(26:28) Trade deadline QB winners

(36:11) Trade deadline QB losers

(48:46) Midseason QB awards

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Week 10 lookahead: Lions-Texans deep dive, one thing to watch in EVERY game | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 8 Nov 2024 00:28:13 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald as they look ahead to Week 10 of the NFL season by deep diving on the biggest matchup of the weekend and giving one thing to watch in every single game.

Nate and Charles start with the Detroit Lions taking on the Houston Texans on Sunday night, as it's hard to see how Houston can stop the Lions from dominating both sides of the ball, but Nate points out that having Joe Mixon on the field makes a big difference. Both predict a Lions win, but there is a scenario where C.J. Stroud can play enough hero ball to keep it close.

Next, Nate and Charles give one thing to watch for every Week 10 matchup as they get into the one interesting matchup in the Munich game, a big rookie quarterback battle, the Pope sending encouraging words to the New Orleans Saints, how Bo Nix can beat the Spagnuolo defense, Jayden Daniels vs. Mike Tomlin, how Aaron Rodgers will attack the Arizona defense and much more.

Nate finishes up with a mailbag question on the Los Angeles Chargers run game as he takes a closer look at the offense in its first year under Jim Harbaugh.

(4:35) Detroit Lions @ Houston Texans

(20:25) New York Giants @ Carolina Panthers

(26:10) New England Patriots @ Chicago Bears

(31:10) Atlanta Falcons @ New Orleans Saints

(34:55) Buffalo Bills @ Indianapolis Colts

(38:15) San Francisco 49ers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(42:25) Denver Broncos @ Kansas City Chiefs

(47:30) Tennessee Titans @ Los Angeles Chargers

(51:20) Minnesota Vikings @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(53:15) Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys

(57:25) New York Jets @ Arizona Cardinals

(1:01:30) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Washington Commanders

(1:06:40) Miami Dolphins @ Los Angeles Rams

(1:12:20) What's wrong with the Chargers run game?

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Trade deadline winners & losers: Saints, Steelers, Cowboys; Lions top power rankings | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 6 Nov 2024 20:03:32 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to dive into the NFL trade deadline and determine the biggest winners and losers from Tuesday before going behind the scenes on Frank's latest NFL power rankings and giving their predictions ahead of the Thursday night AFC North showdown.

The trio start with the winners and losers of the NFL trade deadline, as Frank and Jori disagree on which category the New Orleans Saints fall into. The hosts also cover the Washington Commanders, Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers and Detroit Lions.

The Dallas Cowboys deserve their own chunk of the show, as the trio determine all the factors at play that led to Dallas making one of the more head-scratching moves of the season so far in acquiring WR Jonathan Mingo. Jori breaks down why Jerry Jones made the move and how the Dak Prescott injury is factoring into the Cowboys' plans for 2024 and beyond.

Frank's latest power rankings are up, and they have a new top team. The hosts discuss the Lions taking the #1 slot, as well as the Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers before giving their predictions for the Thursday night game featuring the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens.

(2:10) Trade deadline winners

(26:35) Trade deadline losers

(35:45) Inside the Jonathan Mingo trade

(45:10) Frank's power rankings corner

(53:25) Bengals @ Ravens predictions

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NFL trade deadline instant analysis, Steelers land Mike Williams & Week 9 takeaways | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 6 Nov 2024 01:14:35 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon to give their instant reactions and analysis for every major trade after a wild NFL trade deadline before diving into their favorite (and least favorite) things they saw in Week 9 of NFL action.

The duo start off with the eight biggest trades from trade deadline day, as they give thumbs up or down on every transaction, including Marshon Lattimore to the Washington Commanders, Mike Williams to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Za'Darius Smith to the Detroit Lions, Jonathan Mingo to the Dallas Cowboys and more.

Later, Nate and Matt dive into their six favorite (and two least favorite) things they saw in Week 9. Matt highlights Liam Coen and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the New York Jets passing game and the Los Angeles Chargers defense, while Nate highlights the Detroit Lions, Bijan Robinson and the new faces showing up big on the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles defenses. Matt is upset about the Jermaine Burton saga, while Nate is flabbergasted at the Shane Waldron Chicago Bears offense.

(2:10) Trade deadline instant analysis: thumbs up or down

(32:45) Liam Coen is crushing it

(41:30) Lions are juggernauts

(49:05) Jets passing game came alive

(53:30) Bijan Robinson

(58:15) Chargers defense is scary

(1:05:15) New faces on Rams & Eagles defenses show up big

(1:12:10) Least favorite things from Week 9

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Week 9 instant takeaways: Daniel Jones, Trevor Lawrence, Geno Smith & other non-franchise QBs | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Nov 2024 05:08:17 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions and takeaways to every game from Week 9 of NFL action.

The duo start with highlighting the biggest games from Sunday, including the Detroit Lions win prompting questions about if they deserve the number one spot in Frank's power rankings, the sky falling around the Dallas Cowboys and why their latest loss reveals their broken culture and the New York Giants losing to the Washington Commanders and making Fitz wonder if it's time to look for a trade partner for Daniel Jones.

Next, Fitz and Frank dive into each and every game from the Sunday slate, leading to debates and conversations over Trevor Lawrence, Jim Harbaugh being way ahead of schedule, the Denver Broncos, Bryce Young and his trade return potential, Geno Smith and more. The hosts finish up with predictions for the Monday night game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs.

(1:50) Detroit Lions @ Green Bay Packers

(9:45) Dallas Cowboys @ Atlanta Falcons

(18:40) Washington Commanders @ New York Giants

(28:45) Indianapolis Colts @ Minnesota Vikings

(31:55) Las Vegas Raiders @ Cincinnati Bengals

(36:55) Los Angeles Chargers @ Cleveland Browns

(39:40) New England Patriots @ Tennessee Titans

(43:20) New Orleans Saints @ Carolina Panthers

(48:35) Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills

(51:40) Denver Broncos @ Baltimore Ravens

(53:05) Chicago Bears @ Arizona Cardinals

(55:55) Los Angeles Rams @ Seattle Seahawks

(59:10) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Philadelphia Eagles

(1:03:25) Monday night preview

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Would Carolina Panthers trade Bryce Young? Jets break losing streak & stock up Jalen Hurts | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 1 Nov 2024 18:48:37 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab break down the truly terrifying Halloween-edition of Thursday Night Football between the Houston Texans and New York Jets. The Jets come up with the win, but is it far too late to save their season and does Malachi Corley deserve any sympathy after fumbling the ball before crossing the goal line?

The trio share several names to watch for ahead of the trade deadline on Tuesday. The Jacksonville Jaguars might be open to trading Travis Etienne, but are there any teams out there who’d be interested in a running back? If Bryce Young shows improvement, would the Carolina Panthers be willing to trade him away or would they want to keep an improved Young on their roster?

Fitz, Frank & C Rob look at a few struggling teams with bad owners. Are the Las Vegas Raiders any better off now under new ownership? And is there hope for teams who DO have bad owners?

The three then go inside the Week 8 QB Room to talk stock up on Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles, if Jameis Winston has the potential to become a preferred starter and what Anthony Richardson’s benching means for the future of the Indianapolis Colts.

(2:25) Texans @ Jets recap

(21:23) Trade deadline names to watch: Travis Etienne

(29:11) Trade deadline names to watch: Bryce Young

(33:56) Are Raiders better off now?

(43:32) Is there hope for teams with bad owners?

(51:27) Stock up on Jalen Hurts

(53:18) Stock up on Jameis Winston

(1:03:11) Anthony Richardson "soft benching"

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NFL Week 9 preview & slop watch, Ravens vs. Broncos & Nate Tice's 2025 big board | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 21:30:50 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to give their thoughts and analysis on the two biggest games of Week 9, one thing to watch in six other games and the top prospects in Nate's latest 2025 NFL big board. The duo kick things off with the Denver Broncos visiting the Baltimore Ravens as Nate and Charles discuss why this game should be a lot closer than people think. The Green Bay Packers host a red-hot Detroit Lions team that will provide their biggest challenge to date, and Nate and Charles do a deep dive on each side of the ball.

Next, the two hosts give one thing to watch in six different games this weekend, as Charles has a gameplan for the Atlanta Falcons against the Dallas Cowboys, thoughts on the Philadelphia Eagles and a prediction for how many times a slop watch Carolina Panthers game will be shown Redzone. Nate is excited for the Washington Commanders to take on the New York Giants defense, the Miami Dolphins trying to get going against Buffalo and the ultimate Nate Tice matchup in the Arizona Cardinals and an ansty Chicago Bears team.

Nate and Charles wrap up with Nate's analysis on his latest 2025 big board as he ranks the strongest prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft class, and Nate answers a mailbag question on the difference between wide receiver positions.

(2:50) Denver Broncos @ Baltimore Ravens

(16:50) Detroit Lions @ Green Bay Packers

(30:50) Dallas Cowboys @ Atlanta Falcons

(33:15) Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills

(35:40) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Philadelphia Eagles

(38:40) Chicago Bears @ Arizona Cardinals

(44:05) New Orleans Saints @ Carolina Panthers

(46:35) Washington Commanders @ New York Giants

(49:20) Nate's 2025 big board

(1:03:20) Mailbag question of the week

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Anthony Richardson's future, Cowboys & Jets fixable? & more trade deadline buzz | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 00:55:07 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to deep dive on the latest news and storylines from around the NFL, including the Anthony Richardson benching and trade deadline moves that either have already happened or could happen over the next week.

Fitz, Frank and Jori start with the news that Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen has benched young QB Anthony Richardson, which leads to a discussion around whether benching Richardson was the right move long-term. The hosts also discuss how this all relates to the quarterback evaluation process and how college experience can be a big asset for NFL evaluators.

Next, Fitz, Frank and Jori dive into the NFL trade deadline approaching next week as they discuss why the top AFC teams (and the New York Jets) have been so aggressive so far. The trio discuss the moves that have already been made before looking at fringe contender teams like the Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams, Cleveland Browns and Jets and determining if there's moves that can be made to put them over the top.

Later, Frank breaks down a few controversial decisions on his latest power rankings (including the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers) before the hosts wrap up the show with their predictions for the Thursday night matchup between the Jets and the Houston Texans.

(00:40) Anthony Richardson's future: was benching the right move long-term?

(28:10) Trade deadline deep dive: AFC teams getting aggressive

(33:30) Trade deadline deep dive: are these teams fixable?

(47:50) Frank's power rankings corner

(54:45) Texans @ Jets picks

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Anthony Richardson benched, Diontae Johnson to the Ravens; 8 favorite things we saw in Week 8 | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:39:20 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join forces to react to the latest breaking NFL news and give their eight favorite things they saw from Week 8. Nate and Matt start with the news that Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is being benched, as both hosts wonder if this is a short-term move to protect the team or a longer-term one that could set the Richardson's development back. In other news, Stefon Diggs will be out for the remainder of the season, prompting questions over their offense, and Diontae Johnson was traded to the Baltimore Ravens, which gives Baltimore an additional capable receiving option.

Nate and Matt spend the rest of the show trading favorite things they saw from Week 8. The duo cover the emergence of Marvin Harrison Jr, Matt's boarding of the Pittsburgh Steelers hype train, the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles offenses taking steps forward, the Herbert to McConkey connection and much more.

(1:30) Is benching Anthony Richardson the right move?

(15:50) Stefon Diggs out for the season

(19:55) Diontae Johnson traded to the Baltimore Ravens

(24:30) Favorite things we saw in Week 8

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Week 8 instant takeaways: Commanders hail mary, Lions best in the NFL? Jameis sparks Browns | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:56:01 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant takeaways from every game from Week 8 of NFL action. The dynamic duo start off with a few highlight games from Sunday, including the Dallas Cowboys failing to stage a comeback against the San Francisco 49ers, the Washington Commanders' unbelievable hail mary victory and the Cleveland Browns rallying around Jameis Winston in a spectacular upset.

Later, Fitz & Frank cover each and every game from the Sunday slate, as they go back and forth on whether the Detroit Lions are the best team in the NFL, express concerns over Anthony Richardson, the Cincinnati Bengals and the Miami Dolphins and take a look at the status of a few key division races.

The duo finish with some thoughts and predictions for the Monday night game featuring the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers as Frank begs Roger Goodell to stop putting Daniel Jones in primetime.

(00:40) Dallas Cowboys @ San Francisco 49ers

(7:35) Chicago Bears @ Washington Commanders

(19:00) Baltimore Ravens @ Cleveland Browns

(18:05) Philadelphia Eagles @ Cincinnati Bengals

(32:35) Tennessee Titans @ Detroit Lions

(18:10) Arizona Cardinals @ Miami Dolphins

(40:25) New York Jets @ New England Patriots

(44:45) Atlanta Falcons @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(46:55) Green Bay Packers @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(50:10) Buffalo Bills @ Seattle Seahawks

(52:50) Indianapolis Colts @ Houston Texans

(57:55) New Orleans Saints @ Los Angeles Chargers

(58:50) Carolina Panthers @ Denver Broncos

(1:01:30) Kansas City Chiefs @ Las Vegas Raiders

(1:04:30) Monday night preview

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Rams crack the code against Vikings defense & possible stock down on Patrick Mahomes? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 18:16:19 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to the Los Angeles Rams 30-20 victory against the Minnesota Vikings. Did the Rams finally figure out Flores’ defense? As Puka Nacua returns in spectacular fashion, might the Rams pull back on potentially trading Cooper Kupp to keep their offense intact?

In Week 7 of C Rob’s QB Room the trio talk through the Matthew Stafford to the Vikings trade rumors and how NFL teams can use reporters to gauge interest in trade deals.

Fitz, Frank & Charles share why Lamar Jackson’s stock is higher than ever and just how much of a bargain his contract has become for the Baltimore Ravens. Meanwhile, is Patrick Mahomes’ stock falling? And if so, will that stop them from making a Super Bowl run or can their defense still get them to the finish line?

(1:38) Vikings @ Rams recap

(28:54) Would Rams trade Stafford?

(39:54) QB stock up Lamar Jackson

(50:36) QB stock down Patrick Mahomes

(58:19) Tua Tagovailoa refuses Guardian Cap

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Week 8 lookahead: one thing to watch in EVERY game, Bills & Bears deep dive | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:49:44 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to preview the Week 8 slate of NFL games, highlighting the two biggest matchups and giving out one thing to watch for the rest of the particularly sloppy Sunday slate. Nate and Charles start with the Buffalo Bills heading to Seattle, as they break down how the Bills run game can take off in this game and the one interesting thing that the Seattle Seahawks offense and the Bills defense have in common.

Next up is the Chicago Bears taking on the Washington Commanders (who may be without Jayden Daniels), and the duo discuss what's lead to Caleb Williams figuring it out so fast and whether or not the Commanders run game can keep rolling against a nasty Bears defense.

The hosts move on to the rest of the Sunday slate and give one thing to watch in each game, leading to conversations on Jim Harbaugh's run game, Tua Tagovailoa, why the Tennessee Titans defense is actually really good, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers creamsicle uniforms and much more before finishing off the show with a mailbag question on the best role players in the NFL.

(2:20) Buffalo Bills @ Seattle Seahawks

(13:40) Chicago Bears @ Washington Commanders

(25:50) One thing to watch in every game

(57:45) What makes a great NFL role player?

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Hopkins to the Chiefs, Cooper Kupp trade? Russell Wilson's journey from cast-off to hero | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:43:59 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to go behind the scenes on the biggest news and storylines from around the NFL. The hosts kick things off with the breaking news that DeAndre Hopkins has been traded to the Kansas City Chiefs, and Jori & Frank aren't too sure how much this actually helps KC. After discussing Jerry Jones' rationale for not signing Derrick Henry this offseason, Fitz, Jori and Frank discuss the trade rumors surrounding Cooper Kupp, and whether or not the trade is likely to happen ahead of the deadline in two weeks.

Jori wrote a piece on Russell Wilson and what went into his journey from being released by the Denver Broncos to being the hero on Sunday night, and the hosts have a deep conversation on the mental toughness it takes to be an NFL quarterback, Wilson's return to the spotlight and why our tendency to make fun of Russ and his personality may say more about us than it does about him.

Frank's power rankings are out, and Frank defends his positions on the Detroit Lions at #2 over the Baltimore Ravens, the Pittsburgh Steelers at #10 and where to rank the Miami Dolphins with Tua's impending return. To wrap up, the trio give their picks for the Thursday night matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams.

(00:45) DeAndre Hopkins traded to the Chiefs

(17:30) Are the Cooper Kupp trade rumors real?

(23:30) Russell Wilson's journey from cast-off to hero

(41:30) Frank's power rankings corner

(55:30) Vikings @ Rams picks

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Buying or selling Week 7 storylines: Russell Wilson, Drake Maye, Anthony Richardson | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:55:50 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the great Matt Harmon as the duo decide whether or not they're buying the biggest storylines and narratives to emerge from Week 7 of NFL action. After establishing Matt's new nickname as "Dr. Receiver," Nate and Matt dive into the first buy-sell of the day: does Russell Wilson unlock the Pittsburgh Steelers offense? The hosts also discuss what's wrong with Anthony Richardson and whether or not he'd benefit from sitting and Drake Maye's solid start to his career.

Later, Nate and Matt continue with buying or selling storylines by discussing the Chicago Bears offense, the Washington Commanders, whether it's time to panic over Marvin Harrison Jr, the Green Bay Packers improvements on defense and the Denver Broncos and whether or not they can sneak into the playoffs.

(2:55) - Does Russell Wilson unlock the Steelers offense?

(8:55) - What's going on with Anthony Richardson?

(19:20) - Can Drake Maye keep up the hot start?

(29:50) - Is the Bears offense about to take off?

(38:25) - Can the Commanders keep it up?

(47:35) - Is it time to panic over Marvin Harrison Jr?

(58:10) - Packers defensive improvements

(1:05:55) - Can the Broncos sneak into the playoffs?

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Week 7 instant takeaways: Goff for MVP? Stop trying to fix the Chiefs, Watson saga continues | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:26:10 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant takeaways & reactions to Week 7 of NFL action. The duo start with highlighting a few of the most important games from Sunday, including the Sunday night showdown between the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers, the Detroit Lions' heroic win over the Minnesota Vikings, the Kansas City Chiefs proving we can stop worrying about them and Deshaun Watson's brutal injury in Cleveland and why it complicates an already complicated situation even further.

Next, Fitz and Frank cover the rest of the games from the Sunday slate, including a statement win for the Seattle Seahawks, Jordan Love besting C.J. Stroud, the Miami Dolphins running out the clock until Tua returns, the Saquon Barkley revenge game and much more.

Finally, Fitz and Frank give their final predictions for the Monday night double-header featuring the Baltimore Ravens heading to Tampa Bay and the Los Angeles Chargers taking on the Arizona Cardinals.

(00:40) New York Jets @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(9:25) Detroit Lions @ Minnesota Vikings

(18:45) Kansas City Chiefs @ San Francisco 49ers

(30:10) Cincinnati Bengals @ Cleveland Browns

(43:10) Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants

(45:20) New England Patriots @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(46:40) Carolina Panthers @ Washington Commanders

(49:45) Las Vegas Raiders @ Los Angeles Rams

(53:50) Seattle Seahawks @ Atlanta Falcons

(55:55) Tennessee Titans @ Buffalo Bills

(56:55) Miami Dolphins @ Indianapolis Colts

(59:45) Houston Texans @ Green Bay Packers

(1:01:45) Monday night preview

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Should Rams trade Cooper Kupp? QB Room Week 6 & Broncos smash Saints, but are they really any good? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (jason fitz, Charles Robinson, Frank Schwab) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:35:35 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to the New Orleans Saints losing 33-10 to the Denver Broncos on Thursday night. Riddled by injuries and with looming salary cap issues, is there anything the Saints can do to save their season?

In the wake of the Davante Adams and Amari Cooper trades, the trio talk through other WR deals that could get done before the deadline. Could the Bengals offense recover if they were to trade away Tee Higgins? And would the Los Angeles Rams consider trading Cooper Kupp to the Kansas City Chiefs?

Then it’s time for the QB Room as they take a look at Drake Maye's rising star with the Patriots, Bryce Young's uncertain future with the Panthers and Brock Purdy’s stock continuing to rise. Plus, Fitz & Frank give their stupid underdog picks for the weekend.

(0:35) Broncos @ Saints recap

(22:56) DeAndre Hopkins trade potential

(27:10) Tee Higgins trade potential

(27:58) Cooper Kupp trade potential

(31:30) Tee Higgins continued

(35:08) Mike Williams trade potential

(36:49) Drake Maye first starting performance

(47:14) Bryce Young on the trading block?

(49:25) QB stock exchange

(58:33) Stupid underdog picks

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Week 7 preview: NFC North hoss fight, C.J. Stroud vs. Jordan Love, Super Bowl rematch | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 22:47:32 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview some very juicy matchups ahead of an exciting Week 7 slate of NFL action. The duo start with the Houston Texans visiting the Green Bay Packers, as the two hosts tell the tale of one amazing quarterback who's being set up to succeed, and another great quarterback who's doing it despite the surrounding offensive system.

Next up is the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the San Francisco 49ers in a Super Bowl rematch, as Charles breaks down why people need to calm down about the Chiefs offense not putting up explosive numbers, and Nate explains the dilemma facing Kyle Shanahan about how to attack the Steve Spagnuolo defense.

The Baltimore Ravens head to Florida to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Charles breaks down what makes the Ravens offense so unstoppable, while Nate explains how Baker and the Bucs can keep it close.

Finally, Nate and Charles deep dive on the NFC North showdown between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings. Sam Darnold had an off-game two weeks ago, and Charles wonders if that's just his floor if he's returning to the Darnold of old. On the other side of the ball, Brian Flores has to prepare for an absolute hoss fight against the bullying Detroit offense.

The hosts wrap up with a mailbag question on their favorite superhero movies.

(3:10) Houston Texans @ Green Bay Packers

(18:30) Kansas City Chiefs @ San Francisco 49ers

(33:20) Baltimore Ravens @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(45:35) Detroit Lions @ Minnesota Vikings

(57:30) Favorite superhero movies

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Jets go all-in: Davante Adams trade impact, Steelers QB battle, Tom Brady & the Raiders | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 18:54:02 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein to cover the latest flurry of news around the NFL, including the Amari Cooper and Davante Adams trades, a quarterback battle in Pittsburgh, updates from the owners meetings, potential pass rusher trades and predictions for the Thursday night game.

Fitz and Jori kick things off with the New York Jets pushing all their chips in with their latest move to acquire Davante Adams, and why the move is actually a better deal than some might think. The Amari Cooper trade was a great move for the Buffalo Bills, but signals some (more) concern about the Cleveland Browns and their direction.

In other news, Russell Wilson is healthy, and so the quarterback competition in Pittsburgh is back on. Jori breaks down why Mike Tomlin seems to want to make a change. Also, Tom Brady is officially a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, and the hosts break down the potential tampering problems that could arise from his broadcasting role, what Brady's relationship with Mark Davis will be like and more.

The Detroit Lions suffered a major loss last weekend in Aidan Hutchinson, and Jori and Fitz discuss who Detroit might target to acquire a pass rusher in a trade, including Haason Reddick, Maxx Crosby, Josh Hines-Allen and Myles Garrett before wrapping up with their picks for the Thursday night matchup between the Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints.

(1:45) WR trades! Adams to New York & Cooper to Buffalo

(19:40) QB controversy in Pittsbugh

(27:35) What Tom Brady means for the Raiders & Jerry Jones' fateful radio hit

(46:05) Could the Lions trade for a pass rusher?

(56:05) Broncos @ Saints picks

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WR trades galore: Cooper to Buffalo, Adams to New York & the great power rankings debate | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 22:51:30 +0000

Nate Tice & Matt Harmon give their reactions to a HUGE day of news around the NFL before dishing out takeaways from Week 6 through the lens of their top ten power rankings.

The duo start with the news that Amari Cooper has been traded to the Buffalo Bills, as both are VERY excited about what Cooper can bring to the Bills offense. Davante Adams was also traded to the New York Jets in a slightly less exciting move, but one that will no doubt help the Jets offense. In other news, Russell Wilson will reportedly get his chance to start for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Nate and Matt give their thoughts on why the (somewhat perplexing) move was made.

Later, Nate and Matt each made a top ten power rankings list separately, and they announce them live on the show before debating their biggest differences, including the Houston Texans, Green Bay Packers, Baltimore Ravens, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings and more.

(2:15) Amari Cooper to the Bills

(9:50) Davante Adams to the Jets

(18:55) Russell Wilson will take over QB1 role in Pittsburgh

(23:55) The great power rankings debate: teams 10 through 6

(48:00) The great power rankings debate: top five teams

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Caleb Williams is a superstar, Trevor Lawrence is not; disaster in Dallas: Week 6 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 06:12:04 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions to every game from the Week 6 Sunday slate. The dynamic duo start with the key games to highlight from the weekend, as Jayden Daniels kept up with an unstoppable Baltimore offense, Caleb Williams broke out in a major way and the Detroit Lions absolutely embarrassed the Dallas Cowboys.

Fitz and Frank move on to the rest of the Sunday games, as they go back and forth on Jordan Love, the Tennessee Titans morale, Drake Maye's debut, Nick Sirianni chirping on the sidelines, Baker Mayfield and much more. The hosts finish the show off with their predictions for the Monday night AFC East battle between the Buffalo Bills and the New York Jets.

(4:20) Washington Commanders @ Baltimore Ravens

(11:55) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Chicago Bears

(25:40) Detroit Lions @ Dallas Cowboys

(34:20) Arizona Cardinals @ Green Bay Packers

(36:50) Indianapolis Colts @ Tennessee Titans

(39:20) Houston Texans @ New England Patriots

(41:30) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints.

(44:45) Cleveland Browns @ Philadelphia Eagles

(48:45) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Las Vegas Raiders

(51:40) Los Angeles Chargers @ Denver Broncos

(53:45) Atlanta Falcons @ Carolina Panthers

(55:30) Cincinnati Bengals @ New York Giants

(57:50) Bills @ Jets preview

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Jets strip Hackett of play-calling, Seahawks are not a threat & is Deshaun Watson broken beyond repair? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 18:22:13 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to the San Francisco 49ers 36-24 win against the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night. After dominating early in the game, it seems there’s no more need for concern for Brock Purdy and the 49ers—but can the same be said of a struggling Seattle team?

Charles further breaks down the changes in the Jets organization since Robert Saleh was fired earlier this week. Is this new situation survivable beyond the end of the 2024 season for Ulbrich, Downing & Rodgers? Plus, could a Davante Adams trade possibly save the Jets’ season?

Then it’s time for QB Stock Exchange where the trio are high on Kirk Cousins but are deeply concerned about Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns.

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(0:36) San Francisco vs. Seattle recap

(20:28) Jets strip Hackett of play-calling responsibilities

(34:28) Davante Adams trade updates. Could he save the Jets season?

(45:21) Stock up: Kirk Cousins

(48:32) Stock down: Deshaun Watson

(56:43) Stupid underdog picks

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Rookie QB check-ins ahead of Week 6: Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, Spencer Rattler, Bo Nix | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 22:45:38 +0000

Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to look ahead to Week 6 of NFL action and answer mailbag questions from listeners.

Nate and Charles start with some key Week 6 matchups as they analyze each one through the lens of the rookie starting quarterbacks. The duo give their thoughts on whether Jayden Daniels can keep up in a shootout with Lamar Jackson, what to expect in Drake Maye's first start, how Bo Nix and the elite Denver defense are both starting to click and what to expect from Spencer Rattler in the Shanahan-style New Orleans offense.

Next, Nate and Charles discuss a few other games on their mind, including a hoss fight in Green Bay and the Dallas Cowboys entering yet another prove-it game.

Later, the two hosts open up the mailbag and answer listener-submitted questions on Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur, Jalen Hurts' future, how the tight end position is changing, why Younghoe Koo kicks like that and much more.

(2:25) Washington Commanders @ Baltimore Ravens

(10:10) Houston Texans @ New England Patriots

(19:30) Los Angeles Chargers @ Denver Broncos

(25:10) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints

(30:10) Arizona Cardinals @ Green Bay Packers

(35:20) Detroit Lions @ Dallas Cowboys

(39:15) Mailbag: answering listener-submitted questions

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Aaron Rodgers' role in the Saleh firing, Drake Maye named Patriots starter | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 9 Oct 2024 22:50:58 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to react to the explosion of big storylines that broke around the NFL this week, including the New York Jets firing Robert Saleh, Russell Wilson re-opening a QB competition, Drake Maye becoming the starter for the New England Patriots and much more.

Fitz, Jori and Frank start with a deep dive on the Jets firing head coach Robert Saleh after falling to 2-3 as they discuss where the Jets go from here, their plans to improve on offense, Aaron Rodgers' potential involvement in Saleh's dismissal, how this affects the Davante Adams trade market and more.

Later, the hosts discuss some other quarterback changes around the league, as Drake Maye will take over quarterbacking duties for the Patriots in their Week 6 matchup against the Houston Texans, Russell Wilson is ready to challenge Justin Fields for the Pittsburgh Steelers starting job and Aidan O'Connell takes over for Gardner Minshew in Las Vegas.

Frank's NFL power rankings for Week 6 are live, and he has some thoughts on the Seattle Seahawks (who fell eight spots) and the Denver Broncos (who gained 7 spots) before the trio finish things off with their thoughts ahead of the Thursday night NFC West showdown between the Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers.

(00:40) Inside the Robert Saleh firing

(29:50) Is starting Drake Maye now the right move?

(45:00) Other quarterback battles around the league

(50:20) Frank's power rankings corner

(55:20) 49ers @ Seahawks preview

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Jets fire Saleh, fixing broken offenses & defenses: Bills, Bengals, 49ers, Browns | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 8 Oct 2024 22:24:43 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon to give their takeaways from NFL Week 5 and deep dive on some underperforming NFL offenses & defenses to decide if they're broken beyond repair — or just need a patch job.

After giving their thoughts on the Kansas City Chiefs beating the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, Nate and Matt discuss what led to the New York Jets firing head coach Robert Saleh, including the power dynamic between Aaron Rodgers and Saleh, the Jets' 2014-style offense, getting bamboozled by Brian Flores and more, before determining if there's anything that could save the Jets' season (no, it's not Davante Adams).

Next, Nate and Matt go under the hood on some other underperforming units and try to determine potential fixes, including the Buffalo Bills offense, the Cincinnati Bengals defense, the whole San Francisco 49ers team, the Cleveland Browns and the Dallas Cowboys.

(3:05) Chiefs vs. Saints takeaways

(9:40) Jets fire Robert Saleh: the problem with the Rodgers era

(26:30) Is the Bills offense broken?

(39:05) Is the Bengals defense broken?

(47:50) Are the 49ers broken?

(55:20) Are the Browns broken?

(1:03:30) Are the Cowboys broken?

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Did Robert Saleh Deserve to Be Fired? Jets in Trouble After Rodgers' Struggles | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 8 Oct 2024 21:43:36 +0000

In this episode of McCoy & Van Noy, Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy recap Week 5 of the NFL season, focusing on key moments like Lamar Jackson's MVP-worthy performance and the Chiefs' dominance. They also tackle Robert Saleh's firing as Jets' head coach after Aaron Rodgers' struggles, and make bold predictions for Week 6.

(01:15) - Lamar's MVP Case Grows as RAVENS Triumph in OT Thriller vs. Bengals!

(14:39) - JuJu & Hunt Step Up as CHIEFS Dominate Saints to Stay Undefeated

(19:37) - Vikings Defense Dominates as Rodgers Throws 3 Picks in JETS Struggles

(26:15) - Rodgers Throws 3 Picks, Jets in Trouble

(31:00) - Cowboys Edge Steelers in Close Battle: DAK Leads DALLAS to Victory

(37:18) - Giants Beat Seahawks – DANIEL JONES Rises While SEAHAWKS Struggle

(43.05) - Breakdown or Bounce Back, Red Zone & Injury Woes Raise Questions for 49ERS

(50:41) - Drive to Win

(55:10) - Robert Saleh FIRED as Jets Head Coach, What's Next for New York?

(01:02:52) - WEEK 6 NFL Picks, Who Will Come Out on Top?

In this action-packed episode of McCoy & Van Noy, Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy break down the biggest stories from Week 5 of the NFL season.

Starting with Lamar Jackson's incredible MVP-worthy performance, the Ravens pulled off a thrilling OT victory against the Bengals, showing that Baltimore is a serious contender. Next, JuJu Smith-Schuster and Kareem Hunt step up as the Chiefs cruise past the Saints, improving to 5-0.

We then dive into the Vikings' dominant defense and Aaron Rodgers' three interceptions that have the Jets reeling. Is the future in trouble for New York?

The Cowboys narrowly edge out the Steelers in a close game as Dak Prescott delivers under pressure. Meanwhile, Daniel Jones leads the Giants to victory over the Seahawks, proving he can rise to the challenge.

The 49ers' offensive struggles and red zone issues lead us to discuss whether they can bounce back or face a breakdown in the coming weeks.

Finally, we break down Robert Saleh's shocking firing as head coach of the Jets and give our Week 6 NFL picks. You will want to experience this episode with bold predictions, deep insights, and the latest NFL news!

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Sky is falling for Jets & Browns, Bills & 49ers choke: Week 5 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 7 Oct 2024 05:47:16 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions and takeaways from every game of the Week 5 Sunday NFL slate.

The dynamic duo start with the most intriguing matchups of the day, including takeaways from the Dallas Cowboys' victory, whether we may have been a little hasty on the Buffalo Bills, how tight the AFC North is and why the sky is falling in New Jersey.

Fitz and Frank continue on with the rest of the Sunday slate as they go back and forth on the rise of Jayden Daniels (MVP?), why it's past time to bench Deshaun Watson, how Doug Pederson saved his job, a surprise New York Giants upset and much more. The hosts finish with their final thoughts on the upcoming Monday night matchup in Kansas City.

(1:50) Dallas Cowboys @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(8:00) Buffalo Bills @ Houston Texans

(15:45) Baltimore Ravens @ Cincinnati Bengals

(23:55) New York Jets @ Minnesota Vikings

(31:30) Carolina Panthers @ Chicago Bears

(33:50) Indianapolis Colts @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(36:45) Las Vegas Raiders @ Denver Broncos

(42:05) Cleveland Browns @ Washington Commanders

(52:15) Miami Dolphins @ New England Patriots

(53:15) Arizona Cardinals @ San Francisco 49ers

(55:15) New York Giants @ Seattle Seahawks

(58:05) Green Bay Packers @ Los Angeles Rams

(59:55) New Orleans Saints @ Kansas City Chiefs preview

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Falcons are for real, who is Mike McDaniel without Tua & QB Room Week 4 | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Oct 2024 18:16:50 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab break down the Atlanta Falcons' overtime heroics vs. the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as Kirk Cousins throws for a franchise-record 509 passing yards. Did this game convince us the Falcons have what it takes to make the playoffs?

Then it’s time for the Week 4 QB Room. The Indianapolis Colts have a struggling starter and a reliable backup at quarterback. What should they do with Anthony Richardson & Joe Flacco to guarantee success? Meanwhile in Miami, McDaniel’s Dolphins are struggling without Tua Tagovailoa. What does that say about McDaniels as a head coach?

To wrap things up, Frank & Fitz preview the New York Jets vs. Minnesota Vikings game in London and give their stupid underdog picks for the weekend.

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(0:29) Tampa Bay @ Atlanta recap

(18:13) What should Colts do with Anthony Richardson & Joe Flacco?

(31:15) QB stock report Week 4

(38:18) Mike McDaniel on fraud watch?

(47:18) Jets vs Minnesota in London preview

(55:06) Stupid underdog picks

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Bills vs. Texans preview & 2025 Mock Draft: will Travis Hunter go to the Dolphins? | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Oct 2024 00:42:42 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald preview the most interesting NFL matchups of Week 5. The Houston Texans host the Buffalo Bills but will it ultimately be a QB vs. QB battle? The New York Jets and Minnesota Vikings are headed overseas to play in London in a Sam Darnold “revenge game” and just how worried are we about the Dallas Cowboys’ defense going up against the Pittsburgh Steelers?

Then, it’s a way-too-early 2025 mock draft as Nate & Charles give their top 10 picks. How early are they taking some of college football’s brightest stars like Colorado’s Travis Hunter & Shedeur Sanders, Miami’s Cam Ward, and more?

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(3:18) Buffalo Bills @ Houston Texans

(17:06) New Orleans Saints @ Kansas City Chiefs

(27:03) New York Jets @ Minnesota Vikings

(36:39) Dallas Cowboys defense wellness check

(42:11) 2025 NFL mock draft

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Davante Adams trade imminent, battle for the NFC East, Baker Mayfield's career revival | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 2 Oct 2024 18:05:15 +0000

Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab dive into the latest news and storylines around the NFL, including the Davante Adams trade rumors, Baker Mayfield's career revival, NFL power rankings and more.

Fitz, Jori and Frank kick things off with the news that Las Vegas Raiders star wideout Davante Adams has officially requested a trade. Jori believes the trade will happen and the hosts give their preferred landing spots (Aaron Rodgers reunion incoming?) Fitz starts a discussion about Antonio Pierce's leadership and how the Raiders ended up in this less-than-ideal situation. The trio also discuss the potential impact of the Von Miller suspension on the Buffalo Bills.

Next, Jori wrote a piece on the recent trend of quarterbacks reviving their career with big breakout seasons, including Geno Smith two years ago, Baker Mayfield last year and Sam Darnold this year. The group discuss what goes into these career revivals, what we can learn from them and whether players like Bryce Young have a chance to continue the trend.

Frank's power rankings for this week are live, and Frank defends his NFC East ranking against Jori's criticism that the Philadelphia Eagles should be behind the Washington Commanders. The Minnesota Vikings moving up to #2 sparks a conversation around Brian Flores' future.

Finally, the hosts give their picks for the Thursday night matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons.

(2:20) Davante Adams trade rumors and landing spots

(23:20) Baker Mayfield & the QB career revival trend

(41:25) Frank's power rankings corner

(54:45) Buccaneers @ Falcons preview

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Ravens Crush Bills, Derrick Henry's Monster Game & NFL Week 4 Shocks the League | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 1 Oct 2024 22:31:22 +0000

In this explosive episode of McCoy & Van Noy, Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy dive into one of the most thrilling weeks of the NFL season. The Ravens' epic beatdown of the Bills takes center stage, with Derrick Henry running wild for an unbelievable 199 yards, including a stunning 87-yard touchdown run that changed the game. And let's not forget Van Noy's dominant defense, adding two critical sacks on Josh Allen, proving the Ravens are back in the hunt!

(01:05) - Ravens Regain Dominance: Van Noy Shines in Bills Beatdown

(12:52) - NFL Week 4 Recap: Lions, Titans, Chiefs Shine

(27:25) - Baker Mayfield's Comeback: Bucs Dominate Eagles

(41:19) - Surprise Teams: Vikings and Commanders Turning Heads

(54:33) - Drive to Win: Goff, Henry, and Van Noy's Big Performances

(58:54) - Week 5 Matchups: Game Previews and Predictions

(1:05:55) - Exclusive Interview with 49ers Star OT Trent Williams

The drama continues as we explore Baker Mayfield's heroic comeback with the Buccaneers. From being cast aside to leading Tampa Bay to a decisive victory over the Eagles, Mayfield is rewriting his legacy. At the same time, Mike Evans makes history as the Bucs' all-time scoring leader. Is this just the beginning for Baker and the Bucs?

Then, we turn to the unexpected rise of the Vikings and Commanders. Sam Darnold's resurgence in Minnesota and Jayden Daniels' breakout in Washington have shocked the NFL world. Are these teams legit contenders, or are they just riding a temporary wave? We break down how both teams are defying all odds.

Finally, prepare for bold Week 5 predictions and deep dives into standout performances from around the league. We spotlight Jared Goff's flawless play, the Lions' trick play mastery, and more. Plus, don't miss an exclusive preview of our interview with 49ers' star Trent Williams as he discusses the 49ers' early-season challenges and what it takes to dominate the NFL for over a decade.

Remember to like, comment, and subscribe for all the hard-hitting NFL analysis you need. This episode is packed with insights, surprises, and drama that keeps you returning for more!

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Confidence level in every division leader: Steelers, Commanders, Bills & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 1 Oct 2024 22:15:40 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join forces to do a deep dive on all eight division leaders at the one quarter mark of the 2024 NFL season and determine their confidence level in each team to win the division when all is said and done. The duo start with the two Monday night games, as the Miami Dolphins look extremely concerning without Tua and the Detroit Lions offense has found its bread and butter.

Nate and Matt move on to division leader deep dives and start with every division in the NFC as they discuss how sustainable Sam Darnold's start is, their faith in Mike Macdonald's defense, why Jayden Daniels is clicking so well in D.C. and much more. Next up is every division leader in the AFC as the duo go back and forth on George Pickens and Nico Collins' fantastic starts to the season, why Andy Reid's passing offense might be a little overrated, whether or not to be concerned about the Buffalo Bills and more.

(3:00) Tennessee Titans and Detroit Lions get Monday night wins

(16:45) Minnesota Vikings lead the NFC North

(25:15) Tampa Bay Buccaneers lead the NFC South

(32:45) Seattle Seahawks lead the NFC West

(38:20) Washington Commanders lead the NFC East

(47:30) Pittsburgh Steelers lead the AFC North

(55:05) Houston Texans lead the AFC South

(1:03:55) Kansas City Chiefs lead the AFC West

(1:09:15) Buffalo Bills lead the AFC East

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Jayden Daniels has arrived, Chiefs are vulnerable at 4-0: Week 4 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 06:30:26 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant reactions and takeaways from the Week 4 Sunday slate of NFL action. The duo start with the standout games of the day, as they go back and forth on the Baltimore run game coming alive on Sunday night, Patrick Mahomes potentially losing his biggest weapon, the arrival of Jayden Daniels the superstar franchise QB and the Minnesota Vikings declaring themselves as legitimate contenders.

Later, Fitz and Frank recap the rest of the games from Sunday one by one as they analyze how devastating the New York Jets loss was, the Joe Flacco effect, why Jalen Hurts struggled, what's wrong with Trevor Lawrence and much more. The duo finish up with thoughts on the upcoming Monday night games, as Frank wonders if Seattle can overcome their injury problems on the defensive line against a dominant offense in Detroit.

(00:35) Buffalo Bills @ Baltimore Ravens

(8:25) Kansas City Chiefs @ Los Angeles Chargers

(14:25) Washington Commanders @ Arizona Cardinals

(22:20) Minnesota Vikings @ Green Bay Packers

(30:55) Denver Broncos @ New York Jets

(34:55) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Indianapolis Colts

(38:40) New Orleans Saints @ Atlanta Falcons

(40:55) Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(43:55) Los Angeles Rams @ Chicago Bears

(46:05) Cincinnati Bengals @ Carolina Panthers

(48:10) Cleveland Browns @ Las Vegas Raiders

(51:00) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Houston Texans

(57:15) New England Patriots @ San Francisco 49ers

(1:00:50) Monday night preview

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Cowboys offense needs help, QB Room Week 3 & stock up on Jayden Daniels | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:48:07 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab somewhat begrudgingly look back on an ugly Thursday Night Football win for the Dallas Cowboys against the New York Giants. Just a year ago the Cowboys had a lethal offense, so why did they struggle so much for this win? The trio also looks back at the Las Vegas Raiders' loss to the Carolina Panthers and Antonio Pierce’s postgame comments about “business decisions” that were made in the loss.

Then it’s back into C Rob’s QB Room for Week 3. The Steelers haven’t officially named Justin Fields their starter, but after going 3-0, should they? And is Sam Darnold good enough to stir up QB controversy for the Minnesota Vikings when J.J. McCarthy is back healthy again? The three have Jayden Daniels’ stock rising, but does Tom Brady think he’s the real deal? We ask him!

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(3:12) Cowboys vs. Giants recap

(16:46) Antonio Pierce's "business decisions"

(26:16) Should Steelers name Fields starter?

(33:20) Sam Darnold exceeds expectations

(45:46) Stock up on Jayden Daniels

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(1:00:45) Stupid underdog picks

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Week 4 preview: Josh Allen vs. Lamar, Geno vs. Lions, Hurts vs. Bucs D, slop watch | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:35:16 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald join forces to preview the best, most interesting and sloppiest matchups ahead of Week 4 of NFL action. The duo start with in-depth previews of the three premiere matchups as they attempt to determine if Geno Smith can keep his hot streak alive against a dangerous Detroit Lions defense, if the Green Bay Packers defense can start catching some of Sam Darnold's inaccurate throws and whether or not the Baltimore Ravens D can stop a humming Buffalo team that hasn't been slowed down yet this season.

Next, Nate and Charles enter Four-Minute Offense to analyze a couple key matchups to keep an eye on, including a hoss fight in Indianapolis and Jalen Hurts against a Tampa Bay defense that's given him fits in the past.

The hosts wrap up with "Slop Watch," where they give you a reason to watch a game you might otherwise turn off, including a chess match in Chicago, the Arizona Cardinals trying to stop Jayden Daniels and a New England Patriots team that just might have the juice to keep it close against the San Francisco 49ers.

(2:40) Seattle Seahawks @ Detroit Lions

(11:45) Minnesota Vikings @ Green Bay Packers

(21:40) Buffalo Bills @ Baltimore Ravens

(33:30) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Indianapolis Colts

(40:20) Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(46:15) Los Angeles Rams @ Chicago Bears

(50:55) Washington Commanders @ Arizona Cardinals

(54:05) New England Patriots @ San Francisco 49ers

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Caleb Williams, Trevor Lawrence, Joe Burrow: checking in on first overall picks | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:26:28 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to decide whether or not the sky is falling for some struggling teams and first overall picks. After Frank expresses his excitement over Jayden Daniels, the trio start with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Cincinnati Bengals and their 0-3 starts, as they try to determine what's stopping these teams from being as good as they were supposed to be.

Next, Fitz goes through the list of first overall picks over the last decade, which is not as impressive as you'd think. This leads to a conversation around some first overall picks currently struggling, and why it's usually not the player's fault that it doesn't work out the way most would've expected. The hosts focus on Bryce Young and Caleb Williams and what the next step is to get them back on track.

Later, Frank Schwab breaks down his latest power rankings for Week 4, which saw the Tennessee Titans fall to #32, the Buffalo Bills take the crown at #1, the Seattle Seahawks climb to #10 and the Washington Commanders land in the middle of the pack at #17.

Fitz, Frank and Jori finish up with their picks for the Thursday night matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants.

(1:55) Jayden Daniels and the Commanders are the surprise team of 2024 so far

(7:25) Is the sky falling for the Jaguars?

(17:50) Is the sky falling for the Bengals?

(26:05) Checking in on first overall picks

(40:25) Frank's power rankings corner

(53:25) Cowboys @ Giants preview

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Jayden Daniels shines, Bills look scary & Raiders HC calls out his players | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:27:32 +0000

6x Pro Bowl DT Gerald McCoy and 2x Super Bowl winner Kyle Van Noy recap their favorite moments from week 3 in the NFL, give their perspective on Antonio Pierce calling out his Raiders players and make their week 4 picks.

(1:10) - Monday Night Football Recap: Bills Crush Jaguars, Commanders Edge Bengals

(11:16) - Antonio Pierce Calls Out Raiders

(15:00) Is Football Getting Soft?

(24:01) - Kyle Van Noy is a sack machine

(29:00) - Can It Last? Teams Starting Strong Through Week 3

(42:24) Drive to Win: Gerald and Kyle's top players from Week 3

(51:15) - Week 4 NFL Picks

On this episode of McCoy & Van Noy, 6x Pro Bowl DT Gerald McCoy and 2x Super Bowl winner Kyle Van Noy recap their favorite moments from week 3 in the NFL, starting with the two games that just happened on Monday night.

The guys start by talking about the difference between Josh Allen, who looks like the best QB in football right now, and Trevor Lawrence. Both Gerald and Kyle have theories as to why Josh Allen looks so much more under control now than earlier in his career.

Moving onto the surprising Commanders, who beat the Bengals on Monday, Jayden Daniels put the league on notice with his near-perfect performance.

Gerald and Kyle also spend some time talking about how "soft" football has gotten, how analytics play a role and how it has fundamentally changed the game.

Then Gerald and Kyle talk about Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce calling out his players after their loss to the Carolina Panthers. What did he mean by certain guys were making "business decisions"? And would you, as a player, take offense to that type of criticism?

The guys then spotlight week 3's "Drive to Win" players and play a version of "Can it last?" with some unexpected teams sitting at the top of their respective divisions before going through all of the week 4 games and making their picks.

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Dissecting 3-0 teams: why the Bills, Seahawks, Steelers, Vikings and Chiefs are undefeated | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 21:44:35 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to give their thoughts and takeaways from Week 3 of NFL action. The duo start by recapping the Monday night games and discussing just how bad the Cincinnati Bengals defense is, and what's going right with the Buffalo Bills that's allowed them to cruise to a 3-0 start — including a dominant win over the Jacksonville Jaguars last night.

Next, Nate and Charles deep dive on the rest of the 3-0 teams and try to determine what's going right and how good each team is. They dialogue on the Minnesota Vikings, Seattle Seahawks, Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs.

Later, the hosts take a look at some struggling players and teams and determine how concerned we should be. Nate outlines what's broken about the Dallas Cowboys defense, whether the Caleb Williams and Anthony Richardson panic is overblown and how teams are attacking the San Francisco 49ers defense.

(2:30) Monday night recap: Bills dominate, Jaguars & Bengals look lost

(22:50) Dissecting what's going right with every 3-0 team

(53:25) What's going wrong with the Cowboys & 49ers D, young QBs

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Vikings are dangerous, chaos in Dallas: Week 3 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 06:22:31 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap every game from the Sunday slate of Week 3 and give instant reactions and takeaways. The duo start with a few of the more important outcomes of the weekend, including Kansas City doing the thing where they win yet again, Brian Flores putting C.J. Stroud in a blender, absolute chaos in Dallas and the Los Angeles Rams pulling a win out of a hat through pure magic and head coaching skill.

Next, Fitz and Frank dive into the rest of the Sunday slate and discuss how the Cleveland offense falters again, Will Levis can't stop throwing the ball to the other team, we still don't know who the Philadelphia Eagles are, Antonio Pierce calls out his own players, some young quarterbacks are on the struggle bus and much more. The duo finish things off with their predictions for the Monday night matchups between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Buffalo Bills, and the Washington Commanders and Cincinnati Bengals.

(4:00) Kansas City Chiefs @ Atlanta Falcons

(9:35) Houston Texans @ Minnesota Vikings

(15:15) Baltimore Ravens @ Dallas Cowboys

(20:15) San Francisco 49ers @ Los Angeles Rams

(25:35) New York Giants @ Cleveland Browns

(30:05) Green Bay Packers @ Tennessee Titans

(34:20) Chicago Bears @ Indianapolis Colts

(38:25) Philadelphia Eagles @ New Orleans Saints

(42:25) Los Angeles Chargers @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(45:15) Denver Broncos @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(46:30) Carolina Panthers @ Las Vegas Raiders

(53:35) Miami Dolphins @ Seattle Seahawks

(57:10) Detroit Lions @ Arizona Cardinals

(59:15) Monday night preview

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Jets win big over Pats, will Caleb or Daniels develop faster & is Purdy more than a system QB? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:26:51 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to the New York Jets dominant victory over the New England Patriots on Thursday night. Aaron Rodgers shines, but he’s not the only part of the Jets offense to be excited about.

C Rob takes us into Week 2 of his QB Room for a look at the contrasting offensive management of Caleb Williams by the Chicago Bears to what the Washington Commanders have done with Jayden Daniels. Then the trio takes a long look at Brock Purdy, who has a huge opportunity to silence his haters in the upcoming weeks. Is all his success attributed to Kyle Shanahan and his offensive weapons? Or can he truly be dominant of his own volition?

Up next it’s QB stock exchange with stock shooting through the roof for a healthy Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, but crashing through the stock market floor for the Indianapolis Colts’ Anthony Richardson.

(00:23) Patriots vs. Jets Thursday Night Football recap

(16:15) Offensive management of Caleb Williams & Jayden Daniels

(27:27) Will Levis struggles through Week 2

(35:19) Is Brock Purdy more than a system QB?

(51:40) QB stock up/stock down

(1:04:20) Stupid underdog picks

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Week 3 preview: Stroud vs. Brian Flores, Saints get tested, Harbaugh vs. Steelers D | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 18:26:10 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to discuss their favorite matchups to watch for NFL Week 3. The duo start with the Los Angeles Chargers against the Pittsburgh Steelers, as Jim Harbaugh will face his first real test for his run-first offense. Next up the New Orleans Saints take on the Philadelphia Eagles, and Charles wonders if Philly can make OC Clint Kubiak actually think on the fly. C.J. Stroud vs. Brian Flores' Minnesota defense will be a great matchup to watch, and Derek Stingley Jr. vs. Justin Jefferson on the other side is must-see TV. The Arizona Cardinals have to face a real NFL offensive line this week in the Detroit Lions, and the Cardinals defense is doing some interesting stuff pre-play.

Nate and Charles finish up with some four-minute offense, as the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys compete in the "you good?" bowl, and the Atlanta Falcons try to improve on their Week 2 performance by taking on the Kansas City Chiefs.

(3:35) Los Angeles Chargers @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(19:45) Philadelphia Eagles @ New Orleans Saints

(33:50) Houston Texans @ Minnesota Vikings

(43:45) Detroit Lions @ Arizona Cardinals

(55:35) Four-minute offense: Ravens @ Cowboys, Chiefs @ Falcons

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Quarterbacks struggling early: Bryce Young, Caleb Williams, Will Levis, Aaron Rodgers | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:52:00 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to attempt to diagnose the reason behind some of the quarterbacks struggles through the first two weeks of the NFL season. The trio spend the first portion of the show on Bryce Young and the reason behind his benching, including David Tepper's involvement, the Carolina Panthers season outlook with Andy Dalton at the helm and where Carolina's awful three-year stretch ranks in pro sports history. Fitz, Jori and Frank also cover the early struggles of Caleb Williams, Will Levis, Aaron Rodgers and Kirk Cousins.

Later, Frank gives insight into his weekly power rankings as the trio talk about the Dallas Cowboys only dropping two spots after a brutal loss to the New Orleans Saints and why the Miami Dolphins are now at 23 after starting last week at 9, which leads to a conversation around how to talk about Tua Tagovailoa's difficult situation.

The trio finish the show by giving their picks for the Thursday night game featuring the New England Patriots and the New York Jets.

(2:15) Bryce Young benching: how did we get here?

(23:30) How can Caleb Williams overcome his slow start?

(29:45) Can Will Levis stop making game-changing mistakes?

(36:50) Why the Jets offense has struggled early

(40:20) Which Atlanta Falcons offense is the real one?

(46:05) Frank's power rankings corner

(59:50) Patriots @ Jets picks

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Folding or doubling down on preseason takes: Vikings, Joe Burrow, Panthers, Rams | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 21:48:53 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon to look back at a few of their takes from before the season started and decide whether to stay, fold or double down after two weeks of NFL action.

The duo fire off their own takes at each other and go back and forth on the Carolina Panthers (and the Bryce Young benching), Aidan Hutchinson, Joe Burrow, the playoff hopes for the Minnesota Vikings, Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, Chicago Bears, Indianapolis Colts and Seattle Seahawks and more.

Nate and Matt wrap up the show with a rookie wide receiver check-in as they evaluate the performances through two weeks of Brian Thomas Jr, Xavier Worthy, Rome Odunze, Marvin Harrison Jr and Keon Coleman.

(2:35) Diontae Johnson was the most crucial addition of the entire offseason

(9:35) Vikings will make the playoffs

(16:25) Aidan Hutchinson will win Defensive Player of the Year

(20:55) Joe Burrow might be cooked

(27:10) Rams will finish last in the NFC West

(31:40) Giants will get the first overall pick with a top ten defense

(40:10) Bears will make the playoffs

(46:50) Colts & Seahawks are playoff teams

(55:10) Rookie wide receiver check-ins

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Cousins is clutch vs. Eagles, NFL Week 3 picks & are analytics ruining football? | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:41:41 +0000

6x All-Pro and 3x Pro Bowl DT Gerald McCoy and current Baltimore Ravens LB Kyle Van Noy recap the Falcons’ big win against the Eagles on Monday Night Football, wonder if analytics are ruining football and pick every week 3 NFL game.

(01:00) - RECAP: Falcons 22, Eagles 21

(11:40) - RECAP: Raiders 26, Ravens 23

(18:55) - Should Tua retire after another concussion?

(26:30) - Panthers bench QB Bryce Young

(32:30) - Teams & players that were written off too soon

(44:25) - Toyota Drive to Win Performers: Week 2

(50:00) - NFL Week 3 picks

On this episode of McCoy & Van Noy, 6x All-Pro and 3x Pro Bowl DT Gerald McCoy and current Baltimore Ravens LB Kyle Van Noy recap the Falcons’ big win against the Eagles on Monday Night Football, including a clutch performance by Falcons QB Kirk Cousins.

Kyle’s Baltimore Ravens are 0-2 after losing to the Las Vegas Raiders, but Gerald’s co-host did manage to pick up 2 sacks in the losing effort. What do the Ravens need to do to turn their season around?

The guys then discuss Tua Tagovailoa’s most recent concussion and what it means for his future in football, along with clapping back at some of the fans that made fun of the Dolphins QB head injury.

Before diving into the players are teams that were written off too soon, and are thriving two weeks into the NFL season, Gerald and Kyle react to the news that the Panthers have benched 2nd year QB Bryce Young in favor of veteran Andy Dalton. What does it mean for his future? Should he ask for a trade away from Carolina?

After going through some players (Sam Darnold!) and teams (the Saints!) that have gotten off to hot starts despite low expectations, the guys get into their Drive to Win performers from week 2 and tell you who they think will win every game in week 3.

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Saints are good now? Ravens in big trouble: Week 2 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 06:55:54 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant takeaways and reactions from every game in the Week 2 NFL Sunday slate. The dynamic duo start off with the most interesting results of the weekend, as the Las Vegas Raiders ruin everyone's survivor pools but make Fitz's week, the New Orleans Saints show signs their offensive improvement is real, the Kansas City Chiefs do it yet again and Aaron Rodgers gets his first win as quarterback for the New York Jets.

Later, the duo discuss the rest of the Sunday NFL slate, including Aidan Hutchinson's dominant day, Trevor Lawrence's struggles, the New England Patriots rallying behind Jerod Mayo, the Marvin Harrison Jr. breakout game and much more.

(2:50) Las Vegas Raiders @ Baltimore Ravens

(11:05) New Orleans Saints @ Dallas Cowboys

(17:50) Cincinnati Bengals @ Kansas City Chiefs

(26:50) New York Jets @ Tennessee Titans

(33:25) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Detroit Lions

(36:35) Indianapolis Colts @ Green Bay Packers

(40:15) San Francisco 49ers @ Minnesota Vikings

(43:15) Cleveland Browns @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(45:30) Chicago Bears @ Houston Texans

(49:30) Los Angeles Chargers @ Carolina Panthers

(53:05) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Denver Broncos

(55:15) New York Giants @ Washington Commanders

(58:35) Seattle Seahawks @ New England Patriots

(1:01:50) Los Angeles Rams @ Arizona Cardinals

(1:04:10) Atlanta Falcons @ Philadelphia Eagles preview

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Tua suffers another concussion, Week 1 QB Room & stock up on Baker Mayfield | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 19:07:33 +0000

Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson take us into the ‘QB Room” for Week 1. But first, the two discuss Tua Tagovailoa, who walked off the field vs. the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night after suffering another concussion. If Tua can play again, when might he? And, if so, should he?

Next, the duo takes a look at whose QB stock rose and whose crashed onto the stock market floor after their Week 1 performances.

Finally, Jori and Charles wrap up some QB odds & ends such as if Caleb Williams can show up for the Chicago Bears against the Texans and if Justin Fields ought to start again for the Steelers in Week 2.

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(2:35) Tua Tagovailoa suffers concussion in game vs. Bills

(31:10) Bills improved offense in Week 2

(34:15) QB Room Week 1

(44:44) QB stock up, stock down

(53:00) QB Room odds & ends

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Week 2 preview: 5 most interesting matchups | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 23:00:00 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the great Charles McDonald as the duo deep dive on their favorite matchups heading into the Week 2 NFL slate.

Nate and Charles discuss the Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots matchup where Ryan Grubb will have his first welcome to the NFL moment, Deshaun Watson trying to survive against a highly underrated Jags defense, whether or not a Tampa Bay Buccaneers team can hold up against a more talented Detroit Lions unit, Caleb Williams and the Chicago passing game trying to come alive against the Houston Texans and the one-legged Kirk Cousins offense in Atlanta facing off against an actual contender. The duo finish off with some final thoughts on how the Los Angeles Chargers and Minnesota Vikings might both be able to get their run games going on Sunday.

(3:00) Seattle Seahawks @ New England Patriots

(13:35) Cleveland Browns @ Jacksonville Jaguars

(28:15) Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Detroit Lions

(43:30) Chicago Bears @ Houston Texans

(56:55) Atlanta Falcons @ Philadelphia Eagles

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News or noise: Justin Fields, Baker Mayfield, Micah Parsons, Bryce Young | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 18:52:40 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to parse through the biggest storylines of the week as the trio attempt to determine what is news and what is noise.

Fitz, Frank and Jori discuss what Dak Prescott's contract means for the Dallas Cowboys, the Deshaun Watson dilemma, the Justin Fields conspiracy, Baker Mayfield balling out, the Cincinnati Bengals' slow start, the Los Angeles Chargers avoiding a late collapse, Marvin Harrison Jr's rough debut, the new kickoff rule and Bryce Young' massive Week 1 struggles. The hosts finish the show off with their picks for Thursday's matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins.

(00:40) Can the Dallas Cowboys afford Micah Parsons?

(16:10) Can Deshaun Watson keep the starting job?

(26:05) Justin Fields named Week 2 starter

(31:15) Baker Mayfield took the leap

(35:35) Rough first game for the Cincinnati Bengals

(39:00) The Los Angeles Chargers didn't Charger

(41:35) Slow start for Marvin Harrison Jr.

(43:50) New kickoff rule didn't change much

(46:55) Bryce Young's disastrous start

(54:40) Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins picks

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Week 1 mild, medium & spicy takeaways: Bo Nix, Commanders, Kirk Cousins | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 22:12:23 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon to get some takes of both mild and spicy variety off their chest as they give their thoughts on Week 1 of NFL action. The duo go back and forth spouting their takes on Jordan Mason, the New England Patriots offense, the return of Mike Zimmer, Kirk Cousins, Joe Mixon, the New Orleans Saints offense, Bo Nix, Antonio Pierce, Dan Quinn, the Jacksonville Jaguars defense and much more.

(5:15) New York Jets @ San Francisco 49ers

(9:45) Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(14:25) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Atlanta Falcons

(19:00) Arizona Cardinals @ Buffalo Bills

(24:45) Tennessee Titans @ Chicago Bears

(28:40) Minnesota Vikings @ New York Giants

(34:45) New England Patriots @ Cincinnati Bengals

(39:30) Carolina Panthers @ New Orleans Saints

(43:30) Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts

(48:15) Las Vegas Raiders @ Los Angeles Chargers

(52:15) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Miami Dolphins

(56:55) Dallas Cowboys @ Cleveland Browns

(1:02:15) Denver Broncos @ Seattle Seahawks

(1:06:15) Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(1:12:15) Los Angeles Rams @ Detroit Lions

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Tyreek Hill's arrest, Jordan Mason's breakout game, Kyle's eye injury & Week 2 predictions | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:49:40 +0000

Gerald McCoy and Baltimore Ravens LB Kyle Van Noy share an update on Kyle's injury on TNF against the Chiefs, discuss Tyreek Hill getting pulled over on Sunday & look ahead to Week 2's games.

(01:45) - Kyle addresses his eye injury

(09:00) - 49ers lying on injury report?

(14:50) - Tyreek Hill arrested pre-game

(23:50) - Kendrick Lamar to play Super Bowl halftime

(31:45) - I Told You So!

(37:40) - Drive To Win (Week 1)

(42:45) - NFL Week 2 picks

Week 1 of the NFL season is finally in the books after San Francisco's Monday night win over the New York Jets, and it wasn't without its dramatic ups and downs, especially including hosts of this very podcast.

Gerald McCoy and Baltimore Ravens LB Kyle Van Noy kick off their look at Week 1 rewinding all the way back to Thursday night, when Kyle's Ravens narrowly lost to the Kansas City Chiefs and Kyle suffered a fractured orbital bone. Kyle gives an update on his prognosis and has some harsh words for the Kansas City medical staff that treated him.

Later, Gerald & Kyle discuss the distressing news out of Miami, in which Dolphins wideout Tyreek Hill was detained and handcuffed only hours before the team's game against Jacksonville — with publicly released police bodycam footage revealing a harrowing scene that involved police, Hill and Miami teammates Jonnu Smith and Calais Campbell.

Afterwards, the guys discuss Jordan Mason's breakout on Monday Night Football, why Gerald has been right all summer about the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and the pair close out the show giving some Week 2 predictions.

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Time to bench Deshaun, Patriots shock the world: Week 1 instant reactions | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Sep 2024 06:27:27 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces once again to react to a marvelous first week of NFL action. The duo highlight the Detroit Lions' overtime win over the Los Angeles Rams, the Philadelphia Eagles winning in Brazil against the Green Bay Packers, the New England Patriots somehow upsetting the Cincinnati Bengals and Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns melting down against the Dallas Cowboys.

Later, the dynamic duo dive into the rest of the games from the Sunday slate, as they discuss Caleb Williams' first win (through no fault of his own), Bryce Young and Daniel Jones looking just as awful as usual, the Las Vegas Raiders defense and much more.

(2:15) Los Angeles Rams @ Detroit Lions

(10:30) Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(17:15) New England Patriots @ Cincinnati Bengals

(24:30) Dallas Cowboys @ Cleveland Browns

(32:35) Pittsburgh Steelers @ Atlanta Falcons

(36:25) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Miami Dolphins

(39:30) Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts

(41:55) Arizona Cardinals @ Buffalo Bills

(44:55) Tennessee Titans @ Chicago Bears

(48:40) Carolina Panthers @ New Orleans Saints

(51:10) Minnesota Vikings @ New York Giants

(53:05) Las Vegas Raiders @ Los Angeles Chargers

(56:35) Denver Broncos @ Seattle Seahawks

(58:55) Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Ravens-Chiefs came down to a toe, Week 1 bold predictions & will Justin Herbert be mediocre? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 6 Sep 2024 17:58:08 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab take a deep dive into the Baltimore Ravens’ narrow loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on the first Thursday Night Football game of the season. Does Lamar Jackson’s offensive line need some work or is the Chiefs’ defense just *that* good?

The two give some early superlative predictions for the NFL season from the ‘Kirk Cousins Award’ for mediocrity to the ‘Barry Sanders Award’ for the player who’ll have to carry their bad team (looking at you Raiders).

Later, Fitz & Frank give their bold predictions for the remaining Week 1 games including Jordan Love coming back down to earth vs. Philadelphia, the Carolina Panthers starting 1-0 against the New Orleans Saints and, against all odds, a good season for Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings.

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(1:15) Kansas City Chiefs vs. Baltimore Ravens reactions

(17:50) Season predictions: superlatives and fake awards

(36:30) Week 1 bold predictions

(57:40) Stupid underdog pick of the week

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NFL Week 1 preview: what to watch for in every game | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Sep 2024 22:30:36 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to finally talk about some real life NFL football games. After going through their favorite responses to Charles' tweet asking for heinous NFL season predictions, the duo pick six games that have the most interesting matchups to watch in this weekend's slate, discussing all of the primetime matchups, a loaded AFC South duel, a battle for Florida and Deshaun Watson trying to survive against a loaded Dallas defense.

Later, Nate and Charles discuss all the rest of the 15 NFL matchups in Week 1 and give something to watch for in each and every game.

(1:35) Favorite heinous 2024 NFL season predictions

(5:30) Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(11:45) Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts

(17:50) Jacksonville Jaguars @ Miami Dolphins

(24:30) Dallas Cowboys @ Cleveland Browns

(28:30) Los Angeles Rams @ Detroit Lions

(33:45) New York Jets @ San Francisco 49ers

(39:15) Rapid fire: one thing to watch in every Sunday matchup

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Chiefs & 49ers Super Bowl hangover? Two things can be true; Ravens-Chiefs preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 4 Sep 2024 18:37:08 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to take a deeper dive into some more nuanced conversation around NFL teams in a segment called "Two Things Can Be True." The trio discuss the San Francisco 49ers' odd, bad-vibes offseason and their concern level for the team at the start of the season, the Denver Broncos and whether the Sean Payton-Bo Nix hype needs to be tempered, the New England Patriots and whether or not Drake Maye being the better quarterback means he should be the starter and the Kansas City Chiefs and why their winning formula may or may not be repeatable.

Fitz, Frank and Jori finish the show off with their predictions for the Thursday night season opener between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs.

(6:50) Can the 49ers overcome an unusual offseason?

(19:10) What are reasonable expectations for the 2024 Broncos?

(26:30) Who deserves to start Week 1 for the Patriots?

(34:35) Can the Chiefs winning formula be recreated?

(47:30) Ravens @ Chiefs preview

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Final 2024 season predictions: Super Bowl, MVP, more awards | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Sep 2024 22:03:21 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald and Matt Harmon to give their final predictions ahead of the 2024 NFL season, including awards like MVP and rookies of the year, division winners, Super Bowl champs and more.

The trio start off with their picks for Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year (one chalky and one dark horse), as Ceedee Lamb is the favorite, but Charles likes Nico Collins as a dark horse. For Offensive & Defensive Rookie of the Year, the trio discuss Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Byron Murphy, Dallas Turner, Blake Corum and more. The hosts have three different answers for Coach of the Year and Comeback Player of the Year before moving on to MVP, where Matt likes C.J. Stroud to take a big year two leap, and Charles gets as chalky as you can get.

Later, Nate, Charles and Matt move on to their division winners and playoff teams, as they agree on every AFC division winner but disagree on some key NFC divisions. All three have the Kansas City Chiefs making the Super Bowl, but the NFC teams are all different. Nate gives the Green Bay Packers as his Super Bowl champ.

(4:40) Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year

(15:25) Offensive & Defensive Rookie of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year

(34:15) Coach of the Year

(38:55) Most Valuable Player

(46:20) Division winners & Super Bowl champs

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Can San Francisco get back to Super Bowl, Week 1 predictions & Gerald vs. the wasps | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

The 2024 NFL regular season finally kicks off this Thursday night with the Baltimore Ravens traveling to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Gerald McCoy and Kyle Van Noy are hyped to start the season and they kick off this episode looking at the reigning NFC champs, the San Francisco 49ers, who have had a tumultuous offseason coming off of a Super Bowl loss and multiple contract disputes. While WR Brandon Ayiuk has a long-term deal solidified, superstar LT Trent Williams does not and is still holding out from the team's training camp and practices. The guys discuss why Williams is so important, react to the shocking news of Ricky Pearsall's shooting over the weekend and talk about why it's so hard for Super Bowl runners-up to find their footing the subsequent year.

Later, in the show, Kyle Van Noy previews his Baltimore Ravens traveling to Chiefs Kingdom for the 2024 season opener, and the guys share their thoughts on the entire Week 1 lineup and pick each game.

Also, Gerald shares a personal story from the weekend on how he went one-on-one with an entire hive of wasps living in his son's driveway basketball hoop.

(1:30) Brandon Ayuik gets paid

(8:32) Ricky Pearsall's shooting

(11:27) 49ers 2024 outlook

(20:05) Gerald battling wasps

(24:59) 2024 season kickoff

(29:42) Week 1 predictions

(41:30) Drive To Win: Which QB needs a big Week 1?

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Final predictions for every NFC team: Vikings, Cowboys, Eagles & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 23:08:46 +0000

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join forces to preview every team in the NFC. For each team they discuss win totals, give a player to watch and try to predict why each team could under- or over-perform expectations this season.

The duo start with the loaded NFC North, as Matt pushes back on Nate's Sam Darnold hype, Nate loves the Chicago and Detroit defenses and both are very optimistic about the Green Bay offense.

Next up is the NFC West, as Nate continues his praise of the Arizona offense, both express optimism about the Seattle Seahawks and concern regarding San Francisco and Los Angeles.

For the NFC East, Matt is completely out on the Washington defense but likes the New York defense a lot, and both reluctantly take the over for the Dallas Cowboys and comfortably take the over for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Last up is the NFC South, where Carolina still has a long way to go, New Orleans is a mess, Tampa Bay is Nate's team of the summer and the Atlanta Falcons are probably being overrated.

(2:50) NFC North: Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions

(29:05) NFC West: Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers

(53:25) NFC East: Washington Commanders, New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles

(1:21:20) NFC South: Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons

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Future of the Cowboys, head coaches on the hot seat, Patriots & Eagles camps | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:21:01 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to get the inside scoop on the latest news around the NFL, including CeeDee Lamb and the Dallas Cowboys, Jori's takeaways from her training camp tour stops in Philadelphia and New England and some head coaches who may be on the hot seat heading into the season.

CeeDee Lamb has his new mega-contract, which sparks some debate about the future of the Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott, and whether or not we expect Prescott to be on the team next season.

Jori wrapped up her training camp tour in New England and Philadelphia, and debate ensues over whether or not Drake Maye should start for the New England Patriots Week 1, and whether or not the Philadelphia Eagles can endure their losses from the offseason.

Finally, Frank wrote a piece earlier this week on head coaches on the hot seat, and the trio discuss how hot the seats of Mike McCarthy, Robert Saleh, Brian Daboll and Matt Eberflus are heading into Week 1.

(3:10) CeeDee Lamb, Dak Prescott & the future of the Cowboys

(21:00) Jori's training camp tour: New England Patriots

(34:15) Jori's training camp tour: Philadelphia Eagles

(41:00) Head coaches on the hot seat

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Final predictions for every AFC team: Jets, Titans, Steelers & more | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 02:04:38 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald join forces to preview every team in the AFC. For each team they discuss win totals, give a player to watch and try to predict why each team could under- or over-perform expectations this season.

After discussing why the Georgia Bulldog championship-winning defense has underperformed so far in the NFL, Nate and Charles dive into why they are hyped about the AFC South, as Nate predicts that all four teams will go over their win totals. They're especially curious about the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts.

The AFC West looks worse than it has in years past, and both expect the Kansas City Chiefs to get plenty of easy wins against their division rivals.

The AFC East is up next, as Nate thinks Drake Maye should start immediately for the New England Patriots, and that the Buffalo Bills have an underrated run game.

Finally, the AFC North looks to be an absolute bloodbath, as each team has major question marks that could slow them down, but the talent on all four rosters is too good to ignore.

(2:20) What happened to the national champion Georgia defense?

(10:30) AFC South: Tennessee Titans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans

(51:05) AFC West: Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs

(1:16:20) AFC East: New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets and Buffalo Bills

(1:42:45) AFC North: Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens

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Is the Dotson trade disrespectful, can Dave Canales be the Bryce Young whisperer & top 5 DTs with Quinnen Williams | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Two-time All-Pro Gerald McCoy and two-time Super Bowl winner Kyle Van Noy get back together to talk through NFL news, interview Jets All-Pro DT Quinnen Williams and answer your questions.

(01:20) - RIP Ravens OL coach Joe D'Alessandris

(04:20) - Is the Jahan Dotson trade disrespectful?

(09:05) - Can Dave Canales be the Bryce Young whisperer?

(17:45) - Top 5 defensive tackles in the NFL

(28:10) - Quinnen Williams interview

(38:40) - Mailbag!

(57:40) - Drive to Win: Preseason week 3

On this episode of McCoy & Van Noy, Kyle kicks things off by talking about the recent passing of Baltimore Ravens offensive line coach Joe D’Alessandris. Kyle tells a story about a conversation they had and how Coach D was regarded in the Ravens locker room.

After the Washington Commanders traded former 1st round pick Jahan Dotson to the Philadelphia Eagles, the guys wonder….is it disrespectful to trade a player to your division rival? Dave Canales must’ve listened to last week’s episode because he played Panthers QB Bryce Young this week and the results were fantastic. Is Canales the QB whisperer that can turn Young’s career around?

Before interviewing Quinnen Williams, the guys wondered where the Jets All-Pro DT ranked among the best defensive tackles in the NFL today. Unsurprisingly, he made both Gerald and Kyle’s top 5 list. Former NFL DT Gerald McCoy then interviewed current Jets DT Quinnen Williams about who he watches on tape to get better and how being a family man has guided both of their NFL careers.

The guys then open up the mailbag, answering a whole host of questions from McCoy & Van Noy listeners. To get your question answered, send an email to mccoyvannoy@yahoosports.com. Finally, the guys pick out their Drive to Win players from the final week of the NFL preseason before wrapping up the show.

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Takes we need to get off our chest, Nate's 2025 preseason big board | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 17:04:26 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald come to you live from Yahoo Studios in Los Angeles to finally get some takes off their chest. The duo start with some more preseason takeaways they forgot to mention last episode and debating over Tom Brady's quarterback rankings before getting into their takes. Nate and Charles cover broadcaster salaries, Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, the Dallas Cowboys, the New York Jets offense, Jameis Winston and the Cleveland Browns and the Minnesota Vikings' playoff hopes. The two finish things off by diving deep on Nate's 2025 preseason big board, where he gives his top 40 draft-eligible players in college football to watch this season.

(2:30) More of Nate's preseason standouts

(8:05) Tom Brady's top four QBs: agree or disagree?

(12:10) Broadcasters don't matter as much as networks think they do

(16:00) Is Joe Burrow cooked?

(20:10) Cowboys could make the Super Bowl or miss the playoffs

(24:45) Jets offense could be top five

(29:35) Jameis Winston will be the Browns starter by the end of the season

(32:20) Vikings can/will make the playoffs this season

(36:40) Nate's preseason 2025 big board

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Predicting how many games QBs will start, Tua & Penix drama | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 18:35:40 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab to discuss all the latest around the NFL, including drama surrounding both Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr, Charles' insights from his training camp tour and making predictions for how many games a few key quarterbacks will start this season. The trio start with Tua Tagovailoa's comments around his relationship with former Miami Dolphins HC Brian Flores, as the group have a discussion around how important it is for coaches to connect with their players. Meanwhile, Michael Penix Jr. will not play again this preseason, sparking questions around what the Atlanta Falcons have planned for Penix this season.

Next, Charles gives his insights from latest stops on his training camp tour, including the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens.

Finally, the hosts go around the horn predicting how many games some key quarterbacks will start, including Bo Nix, Gardner Minshew, Russell Wilson and Drake Maye.

(3:05) Why the Brian Flores and Tua Tagovailoa relationship went south

(12:45) Why is Michael Penix Jr. not playing more in preseason?

(19:00) Takeaways from Charles' training camp tour

(46:05) How many games will these quarterbacks start this season?

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2024 breakout candidates: the obvious & the obscure | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 20:34:33 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald join forces to give their top breakout candidates to keep an eye on for the 2024 NFL season. The duo start with their takeaways from Week 2 of preseason action, as they discuss the Michael Penix Jr. debacle, Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Brian Thomas Jr. and more impressive rookies.

Nate and Charles move onto their breakout candidates to watch, starting with the bigger, more obvious names like Drake London, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Tre McBride, Derek Stingley Jr. and more before moving on to the less obvious, "hipster" candidates and unsung heroes like Keanu Benton, Alim McNeil, Roy Lopez, Joey Porter Jr, Tyrique Stephenson, Charles Cross, Bernhard Raimann and more.

Nate finishes off the show by diving into his preseason 2025 Big Board for the 2025 NFL Draft, which drops later this week. Nate goes through his top ten and Charles discusses a few of the more interesting picks.

(3:30) Preseason Week 2 takeaways: top rookie performers

(26:30) Obvious breakout candidates

(42:30) Obscure hipster breakout candidates

(59:30) Nate's preseason 2025 big board sneak peek

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Steelers, Raiders, Giants have QB issues while Cowboys need to choose CeeDee or Dak | McCoy & Van Noy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Two-time All-Pro Gerald McCoy and two-time Super Bowl champ Kyle Van Noy join forces for the premiere episode of their new podcast — where two legendary defensive players, one still in the game, and one who recently got out of it — chat about the ins and outs of life in the NFL.

(04:15) - Russell Wilson vs. Justin Fields in Pittsburgh

(15:30) - Has Daniel Jones lost the Giants’ trust?

(25:05) - Gardner Minshew named Raiders starting QB

(29:40) - Cowboys financial crunch: Can they sign CeeDee & Dak?

(40:00) - Aiyuk & Williams “hold in” for the 49ers

(48:15) - Why aren’t Penix & Bryce Young playing in the preseason?

(56:15) - Toyota Drive to Win: Preseason week 2

Quarterback controversies, holdouts, hold-ins and the curious use of a Spiderman meme — all can be found in the premiere episode of McCoy & Van Noy. Two-time All-Pro Gerald McCoy and two-time Super Bowl champ Kyle Van Noy join forces for the premiere episode of their new podcast — where two legendary defensive players, one still in the game, and one who recently got out of it — chat about the ins and outs of life in the NFL.

Gerald & Kyle kick things off discussing the QB battle in Pittsburgh, where Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are vying for the number 1 spot. In other troubling QB situations, the guys also touch on the Las Vegas Raiders naming Gardner Minshew the starter over Aidan O'Connell and in New York, Daniel Jones' troubling Week 2 preseason performance with two INTs thrown in a loss to the Houston Texans.

Later in the show, the guys discuss the summer's two football hottest topics: the situations in Dallas and San Francisco, where wideouts CeeDee Lamb and Brandon Ayiuk are expecting massive new deals. Aiyuk has requested a trade, while Lamb...it somehow involves Spiderman and it's complicated.

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Bo Nix, Michael Penix, Giants offense: preseason mailbag episode | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 22:27:53 +0000

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald answer questions submitted by listeners ahead of the 2024 NFL season. The duo kick things off with the news that Matt Judon has been traded to the Atlanta Falcons to shore up their pass rush, and Jordan Phillips has been traded to the Dallas Cowboys to give Mike Zimmer the nose tackle he requires.

Next, Nate and Tice tackle questions from listeners on ascending NFL coaches, how to counter the Mike Macdonald defense, Brian Thomas Jr, the 1990 New England Patriots, offensive line play, players that signal a team's identity shift, Bo Nix, Tom Telesco, Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons, the Indianapolis Colts, the New York Giants offense and flag football in the Olympics.

(2:10) Matt Judon and Jordan Phillips trade analysis

(8:00) Who are some ascending NFL coaches around the league?

(11:20) How will teams counter the Mike Macdonald defense?

(16:00) How will Brian Thomas Jr fit with the Jacksonville Jaguars?

(20:10) What modern tactics would you bring to a struggling 1990s football team?

(24:45) How does being a "physical freak" translate for offensive linemen?

(30:20) Who are some players that signal a team's changing identity?

(35:40) How does Bo Nix's style mesh with Sean Payton?

(43:45) Is Tom Telesco the worst GM hire ever?

(47:00) Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons

(55:55) Can the Colts win the AFC South?

(56:50) What is the best case scenario for the Giants offense?

(1:02:10) Flag football in the 2028 Olympics

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Rookie QB progress reports; CeeDee Lamb, Brandon Aiyuk & Haason Reddick contract disputes | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 15:35:48 +0000

Charles Robinson joins Frank Schwab direct from his training camp tour to go behind the scenes on the latest news around the NFL. The duo start with the Haason Reddick drama in New York, as Charles thinks Reddick will eventually run out of leverage as the situation progresses. JJ McCarthy will undergo surgery for a torn meniscus, which is a big setback after a very promising performance in preseason Week 1. The CeeDee Lamb contract dispute continues, and Charles thinks both Lamb's and JaMarr Chase's holdouts are very different than the Reddick one because they possess much more leverage. He expects a deal to get done for Lamb, but is less optimistic about Chase.

Charles has gotten a good look at many of the rookie quarterbacks, and gives his thoughts on Drake Maye's slow start, Jayden Daniels' first preseason action and Caleb Williams' insane arm talent.

Finally, Frank and Charles wrap the show up with thoughts on the wide receiver market, and how Amon-Ra St. Brown's contract extension earlier this year has affected players like Brandon Aiyuk, who Charles thinks might actually end up signing back with the San Francisco 49ers.

(2:30) New York Jets and Haason Reddick have reached a stalemate

(10:45) What the JJ McCarthy injury means for Minnesota

(19:15) CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase holdouts are tricky situations

(27:30) Evaluating rookie quarterback preseason performances

(41:30) One deal that changed the WR market

(45:50) Where will Brandon Aiyuk play in 2024?

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Best, worst and most interesting units to watch this season | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 21:36:28 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the great Charles McDonald to break down a few of the most intriguing position groups or units to watch this NFL season, whether good, interesting or primed for implosion. The duo start off the show with the news that Minnesota Vikings first-round pick J.J. McCarthy will undergo knee surgery, as the two give their (surprisingly positive) thoughts on presumed Week 1 starter Sam Darnold.

Next, Nate and Charles give their two units to watch that should impress this season: the Chicago Bears back seven and the Detroit Lions secondary, both improved over last season.

The most interesting units to keep an eye on are the Green Bay Packers defensive front, the New York Jets offensive line, the San Francisco 49ers defensive backs and the new additions to the Kansas City Chiefs offense.

Some unit groups already look like they're ready to implode before our eyes this season. Nate and Charles highlight (lowlight?) the Atlanta Falcons defense, the Jacksonville Jaguars offensive line and the Cincinnati Bengals defensive line.

The duo finish off the show with a lightning round of their favorite individual performances from Week 1 of NFL preseason action.

(3:30) J.J. McCarthy to undergo knee surgery

(10:20) Chicago Bears & Detroit Lions both have very underrated secondaries

(21:45) Most interesting units: Green Bay Packers, New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs

(47:05) Implosion candidates: Atlanta Falcons defense, Jacksonville Jaguars offense, Cincinnati Bengals defensive line

(1:01:40) Preseason standout performances

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Friskiest teams of the 2024 NFL season | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Aug 2024 22:27:40 +0000

Nate Tice is joined by the great Charles McDonald to determine the "friskiest" NFL teams this season. Nate and Charles start by defining "frisky" as any team with a win total below 9 games that will be a tough out for any opponent. The duo highlight the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans as the friskiest of the bunch, before highlighting why people might be sleeping on the Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Nate and Charles finish off the show with two "reverse frisky" teams (teams with a sub-9 win total that deserve to be even lower): the Los Angeles Chargers, who are still at least a year away, and the Washington Commanders, who have built a comparatively small and slow roster that doesn't appear ready to beat many NFL teams this season.

(3:20) The Arizona Cardinals will surprise people this year

(12:30) The Tennessee Titans added a ton of good players

(22:55) The Seattle Seahawks are being slept on

(28:00) The New England Patriots are not the worst team in the league

(37:55) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers brought back all their good players

(46:10) The Los Angeles Chargers are at least a year away

(53:40) What are the Washington Commanders doing?

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Brandon Aiyuk trade looms, top players to watch during preseason | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 7 Aug 2024 23:11:05 +0000

Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Jori Epstein pull back the curtain and go behind the scenes on some of the biggest stories circulating around the NFL. Trade rumors surrounding star San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk have been heating up over the past few days, and Fitz and Frank give their thoughts on potential destinations and why the 49ers should still be trying to sign him to a long-term deal.

Next, Jori Epstein joins the show from her nation-wide training camp tour to discuss a few players that are worth keeping an eye on in preseason as potential breakout candidates this year, including Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze, Joe Alt, AD Mitchell, Andre Iosivas and more.

Later, Fitz and Frank discuss an article detailing a divide between Jalen Hurts and Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni that deepened during the team's late-season skid last year. The duo discuss how deep this divide really is, whether it can be solved this season and where the Eagles can go from here after an extremely awkward end to 2023.

(3:00) Will Brandon Aiyuk be a San Francisco 49er in 2024?

(27:50) Jori's top players to watch during preseason

(48:45) Can Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni repair the divide between them?

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NFL teams that need to have prove-it seasons in 2024 | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 6 Aug 2024 23:12:42 +0000

With Week 1 of NFL preseason action right around the corner, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon share which NFL teams need to have a prove-it season in 2024.

They open up with Level 1 of which teams or players should be the least worried, featuring the Steelers offense, Sean McDermott following a lot of staff turnover, and Sean Payton after completely blowing up the Broncos offense. They move onto Level 2, discussing the teams that are in the most danger of needing to hit the reset button next year. Harmon and Tice dissect the entire underperforming NFC South, Aaron Rodgers coming off of an Achilles injury, and the Jaguars coaching staff needing to maximize Trevor Lawrence. They wrap with Level 3: Threat Level Midnight. This category focuses on Rashod Bateman needing to finally break out, Calvin Ridley after getting a huge contract and two hot seat head coaches.

Harmon and Tice close out the show with a brief thought on the over coverage of Brandon Ayiuk's trade situation.

(2:20) What is the Steelers offensive identity?

(11:45) Can Sean McDermott win with his new defense?

(16:50) What is Sean Payton's vision for the Broncos?

(26:15) The entire NFC South has a lot to prove

(49:30) Is Aaron Rodgers the same QB he once was?

(53:25) What are the Jaguars doing offensively?

(57:30) Will Rashod Bateman ever break out?

(1:01:30) Was Calvin Ridley worth the huge contract?

(1:04:55) Are Nick Sirianni & Mike McCarthy on the hot seat?

(1:11:50) The Brandon Aiyuk trade saga

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2024's NFL teams that make us want to cry, Justin Herbert in a boot, Tristan Wirfs gets the bag | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 2 Aug 2024 00:26:34 +0000

It's only August 1st and things are already looking charger-y for the Los Angeles Chargers. Justin Herbert is in a walking boot for the next two weeks, following a plantar fascia diagnosis on Thursday afternoon, so Nate Tice and Charles McDonald kick off the episode with the latest bad omen for the team that just can never seem to catch a break.

Later, after discussing the new contract for Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs, arguably the most successful tackle product from the 2020 draft class, the guys return to the sour note and share the teams, players and general football things that make them the saddest entering the 2024 season. Both Russell Wilson's current team (the Pittsburgh Steelers) and his former team (the Denver Broncos) make the cut, as well as both teams Derek Carr has suited up for in the Las Vegas Raiders and New Orleans Saints. Who else is making Nate and Charles sad as football season approaches? Give the episode a listen to find out.

(3:06) - Justin Herbert dealing with a foot injury

(5:34) - Tristan Wirfs secures the bag, remembering the 2020 NFL draft's round 1 OTs

(12:43) - Things that make us want to cry: The Pittsburgh Steelers offense with Russell Wilson

(17:44) - New Orleans Saints offensive line

(23:46) - Everything about the Denver Broncos

(29:14) - Las Vegas Raiders QB situation

(34:17) - The quarterback "discourse"

(40:58) - Wednesday NFL games

(44:06) - Get off my astroturf!

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Early Super Bowl picks, QB confidence meter & Aaron Rodgers skipping NFL preseason | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 22:32:42 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab get together and throw a few QBs in the confidence meter before giving their way too early Super Bowl LIX picks.

(07:15) - Bears & D.J. Moore agree on 4-year extension

(10:00) - Jets QB Aaron Rodgers unlikely to play in preseason

(23:30) - QB Confidence Meter: 49ers

(30:55) - QB Confidence Meter: Steelers / Colts

(39:15) - QB Confidence Meter: Bengals / Vikings

(46:00) - QB Confidence Meter: Broncos

(48:40) - Schwab Island: Super Bowl LIX picks

On this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab go through some of the more confusing QB situations in the NFL and grade them on a made-up confidence meter, but first…

The Bears signed WR D.J. Moore to the largest contract in team history, and everyone agrees that it’s a good deal and a smart move for both sides.

It appears as though Aaron Rodgers will skip playing in the NFL preseason for the New York Jets after missing all of last season with a torn Achilles. How will he be able to knock the rust off? Is this a sign that the team, or the player, is in control of the situation?

Finally, it’s time to get into the QB Confidence Meter. The guys start in San Francisco, where Frank says that the 49ers shouldn’t pay Brock Purdy and shouldn’t pay any QB that isn’t on a rookie contract. It’s a bold idea!

Fitz says that Russell Wilson is washed up in Pittsburgh, but even if Russ plays well this year…then what? The Steelers don’t want to pay him what the market says he’s worth. Another unknown is in Indianapolis, where Anthony Richardson has a sky-high ceiling but hasn’t played very much the past two seasons.

Fitz says that Joe Burrow is the 2nd best QB in the NFL, but there’s going to continue to be concerns about whether he can stay healthy. Meanwhile, the Vikings are betting on a rookie QB that barely threw the ball in college.

On Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix, both guys agree that he needs to start for Sean Payton’s team immediately. Fitz has some homework to back up a strong claim he has about Bo Nix being the next Nathan Peterman.

Finally, we put Frank on “Schwab Island” and make him defend his Super Bowl LIX pick before Fitz gives his own pick for who will be taking home the Lombardi Trophy.

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Tua & Love get extended, plus 6 quasi-baked takes before the NFL preseason

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:08:49 +0000

The NFL preseason is just days away and the 2024 season right around the corner, but Nate Tice and Matt Harmon have been stewing with some half-baked NFL takes they've been tinkering with off-season.

After kicking off the podcast discussing a pair of quarterback extensions in the deals for Tua Tagovailoa and Jordan Love, the guys open up their notebooks from the offseason and share some theories that are not quite ready for the primetime, but may prove right by the time this season is over: the Los Angeles Chargers offense may not be as bad as it seems, the Tennessee Titans might be better than this divisional foe this season and a wild NFC West playoff prediction.

(4:15) - Tua Tagovailoa's extension & the Miami Dolphins' ceiling

(10:01) - Jordan Love extended in Green Bay with young group of pass-catchers

(23:45) - Half-Take 1: LA Chargers offense won't be as bad as you think

(32:11) - Half-Take 2: Titans offense will be better than the Jaguars offense

(41:11) - Half-Take 3: Diontae Johnson was the best acquisition of the offseason

(47:58) - Half-Take 4: Bijan Robinson will be offensive player of the year

(52:28) - Half-Take 5: Ken Dorsey as the Cleveland Browns OC signals...something

(1:01:43) - Half-Take 6: Seattle Seahawks will make the playoffs

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Predicting the top 10 defenses of 2024 | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:59:18 +0000

On today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald look ahead to the 2024 season and predict which teams will finish with the top 10 defenses in the NFL.

Can the New York Giants' defense be carried by its defensive line? Will the Baltimore Ravens' new faces in their secondary and linebacking core keep them at the top? Are the New England Patriots built perfectly for Jerod Mayo to hit the ground running in year 1? Is Mike Zimmer the right man to lead the Dallas Cowboys' aggressive secondary and athletic front 7? All of that and more is answered on today's show.

(1:51) Jacksonville Jaguars

(7:38) New York Giants

(11:33) Las Vegas Raiders

(15:25) Chicago Bears

(21:02) Dallas Cowboys

(26:18) San Francisco 49ers

(30:33) Baltimore Ravens

(36:48) Kansas City Chiefs

(40:12) New England Patriots

(44:01) New York Jets

(51:40) Cleveland Browns

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Predicting the top 10 offenses of 2024 | Football 301

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:12:04 +0000

On this inaugural episode of Football 301, Yahoo Sports NFL analysts Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald look ahead to the 2024 season and try to predict which teams will finish in the top ten of DVOA rankings by the end of the year.

Can Kirk Cousins and a new coaching staff elevate the Atlanta Falcons into being a top offense? Will a below average Baltimore Ravens offensive line hamper the offensive firepower of Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry? Can a revitalized Los Angeles Rams offense crack the top 3 with the one-two punch of Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua catching passes from Matt Stafford? But really, is next season shaping up to be a battle of last year's conference champs, the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers?

(3:20) - Buffalo Bills

(13:20) - Atlanta Falcons

(17:45) - Philadelphia Eagles

(21:05) - Indianapolis Colts

(23:45) - Baltimore Ravens

(29:55) - Green Bay Packers

(35:30) - Cincinnati Bengals

(40:20) - Los Angeles Rams

(45:15) - Houston Texans

(50:25) - Miami Dolphins

(54:15) - Detroit Lions

(59:50) - Kansas City Chiefs

(64:45) - San Francisco 49ers

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6 best case/worst case scenarios & hammering NFL MVP bets | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:46:47 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab pick 6 NFL teams and play a game of “Angels & Devils” to predict the best case and worst case scenarios for each team.

(08:10) - Green Bay Packers

(15:00) - Los Angeles Rams

(20:20) - Dallas Cowboys

(27:00) - Los Angeles Chargers

(31:46) - New York Jets

(39:45) - Buffalo Bills

(45:15) - Hammer It: MVP

On this episode of Inside Coverage, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab pick 6 NFL teams and play a game of “Angels & Devils” to predict the best case and worst case scenarios for each team.

They start with the Packers, who still have something to prove in the regular season, and then move onto the Rams. Frank says Matt Stafford is coming off the best season of his career and that Sean McVay is energized, so why is Fitz down on the Rams?

The guys try their best to disagree on the Dallas Cowboys but end up just agreeing with each other, and maybe disagreeing with everyone else, about America’s Team and what we can expect from them in the regular season.

The Chargers have Jim Harbaugh, but does that mean they’ll immediately be better? Or maybe worse? Once again, the guys struggle to disagree on this one.

Frank picks the Jets as the #1 seed in the AFC but explains why it makes sense, and Fitz is waiting for the inevitable meltdown if the Jets aren’t great. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills might excel without the weight of big expectations on them for once.

Finally, we close the show with “Hammer It”, where the guys each tell you who they would put money on to win the NFL MVP Award this year. Tune in to find out why Frank is excited to bet on Jared Goff!

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Aiyuk's trade demand, Training Camp storylines & can the Chiefs threepeat? | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:21:25 +0000

Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss Brandon Aiyuk’s trade request, break down NFL training camp storylines and play a game called “Two things can be true”.

(05:25) - 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk requests trade

(23:20) - Training camp: Who should be the Patriots starting QB?

(27:55) - Training camp: Who should be the Steelers starting QB?

(34:00) - Will the Chiefs threepeat?

(41:05) - Is Trevor Lawrence overpaid?

(45:35) - Are the Cardinals good or just exciting?

(51:00) - Are the Eagles Super Bowl bound?

(58:45) - Can Harbaugh turn the Chargers around in year 1?

On this episode of Inside Coverage, the “dream trio” of Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab get you ready for the start of NFL Training Camp.

The show kicks off with Brandon Aiyuk’s trade request, which everyone acknowledges the San Francisco 49ers are not likely to accommodate. Jori explains how and why the 49ers can keep Aiyuk, even beyond this season, while Frank tries to come up with a good trade package and a team that might be willing to offer it.

After talking about Jori’s favorite cities to visit for training camp, the group wonders when the Patriots will start Drake Maye at QB and if Justin Fields can overtake Russell Wilson as the Steelers starting QB.

In a new segment called “Two things can be true”, the gang discusses how the Chiefs can be a better team but not have a better chance of winning the Super Bowl, why the Jaguars had to overpay Trevor Lawrence, who will make the Cardinals the highest scoring offense in the NFL (but not improve their record), how the Eagles can either fire their head coach or be a Super Bowl favorite and why Jim Harbaugh was the right hire for the Chargers (even if the Chargers won’t be good this season).

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Dissecting Joe Burrow's 18-game proposal + Can Bears win NFC North? | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 20:46:29 +0000

On today's episode of Zero Blitz, Jason Fitz and Charles McDonald react to the latest comments from Cowboys QB Dak Prescott on his contract negotiations with the team and Bengals QB Joe Burrow on a potential 18-game schedule.

Fitz and McDonald are split on if Prescott will remain with the Cowboys after the 2024 season. The two also share their predictions for CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons and if they stay in Dallas long term.

The two dissect Burrow's recent proposal for an 18-game schedule to have two byes with one being a universal bye later in the season. While both agree an 18-game schedule feels inevitable there's still details to work out in terms of utilizing a second bye week.

After the break, McDonald reveals the three biggest questions he has after OTAs and what he will be watching for in a few weeks when training camps begins:

(2:20) - Dak's latest comments on contract: Reason for optimism for Cowboys fans?

(13:30) - Dissecting Joe Burrow's 18 game proposal

(23:40) - Are Burrow and Bengals being slept on in 2024?

(28:55) - Better to be really bad or bad in playoffs?

(31:45) - CMAC's OTA Qs: Can Bears dethrone Lions in North?

(38:00) - CMAC's OTA Qs: Will Raiders actually regret not drafting a QB?

(46:20) - CMAC's OTA Qs: Are Titans 'all-in' on Will Levis?

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NFL teams with the best position group Mount Rushmores | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 Jul 2024 19:32:14 +0000

On today's episode of Zero Blitz, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab pitch which NFL teams have the best Mount Rushmores for every position group.

They kick off the show with a short reaction to the release of the new Hard Knocks offseason edition. Schwab and Fitz each share their thoughts on the series as a whole and why it's overrated.

They then open up their debate of NFL teams with the best position groups in NFL history. They share legendary units like the Dallas Cowboys running backs featuring Emmitt Smith, Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Dorsett or the Minnesota Vikings receivers with Randy Moss, Justin Jefferson and Chris Carter. During the show, they make picks for quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, tight ends, offensive linemen, pass rushers, linebackers and defensive backs.

Fitz wraps the show by sharing his experience as a sideline reporter for the Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest. They also pitch which NFL players they think would dominate in the event.

(1:26) Hard Knocks, more like Soft Knocks

(5:15) Quarterbacks

(13:08) Running Backs

(20:59) Tight Ends

(23:04) Wide Receiver

(29:06) Offensive Line

(32:09) Pass Rushers

(35:57) Linebackers

(37:57) Defensive Backs

(44:53) The hot dog eating contest

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How new defensive-minded head coaches will affect the 2024 season | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 01:25:05 +0000

On today’s episode of The Exempt List, Charles McDonald is joined by NFL writer Diante Lee from The Ringer to take a look at how a few former defensive coaches will fare as a new head coaches for their teams.

They start the show by discussing a few current topics in the NFL including Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper getting approval for public funds in order to renovate the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Even though fans will be happy to have a much improved stadium, there seems to be a bitter feeling helping an owner that hasn’t helped his team much in the past few years.

Charles and Diante then shift to their main topic for the episode: how this year’s collection of new defensive-minded head coaches will fare in their first years on the job for their respective teams. Kicking off the conversation, they chat about how Dan Quinn will do at the helm of the Washington Commanders, despite him seemingly not being their first option during the hiring cycle. They also talk about whether Antonio Pierce’s success as the interim head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders was largely because of the competition his squad faced and if Jerod Mayo will be able to duplicate Bill Belichick’s success with the New England Patriots defense.

The guys close out the show giving their thoughts on the beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, the importance of the “The Pop Out - Ken & Friends” concert and why this feud brought back memories of the old days of rap.

(1:11) - Carolina Panthers stadium renovations

(7:04) - Is Dan Quinn in over his head in Washington?

(14:59) - Can Raheem Morris bring the Falcons back to relevancy?

(22:13) - Is Jerrod Mayo set-up for success?

(24:14) - Antonio Piece no-longer Las Vegas’ interim head coach

(29:52) - Mike Macdonald’s challenge in Seattle

(38:00) - Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef

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Nine players who need a bounce-back 2024 + Jayden Daniels working toward starting | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:59:42 +0000

On today’s episode of the Zero Blitz podcast, Jason Fitz is joined by NFL writer Frank Schwab and senior reporter Jori Epstein as they make nine picks for players who they think need to have a bounce-back year in 2024.

While there might be a couple of obvious choices, including Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, there are a few names that lead to debate on if they actually are capable of having a good season or if their better days are behind them.

Fitz, Frank and Jori also discuss Jayden Daniels working hard behind the scenes at Washington Commanders camp and the work ethic that he’s displaying that the coaching staff hopes will rub off on the rest of the team. The Zero Blitz crew concludes the show wondering if the Boston Celtics' championship should be a lesson in patience that more teams in the NFL need.

(3:24) - Jayden Daniels putting in the work

(17:20) - Bounce-back in 2024

(17:54) - Deshaun Watson

(23:02) - Justin Fields

(26:54) - Jonathan Taylor

(31:40) - Derrick Henry

(36:43) - Quentin Johnston

(39:18) - Sam Darnold

(43:04) - Bryce Young

(48:30) - Geno Smith

(51:40) - Kyle Pitts

(55:54) - Lesson from the Celtics?

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NFL teams in the worst shape for 2024 | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:07:01 +0000

On today's episode, Charles McDonald is joined by Frank Schwab to predict how the worst six teams in the NFL will fare in 2024.

They start the show by reacting to the latest news on two major wide receiver contract extensions. They speculate if the Cincinnati Bengals will bring back Tee Higgins after this season, and address Brandon Aiyuk's TikTok video saying the San Francisco 49ers don't want him back.

After, they discuss the loaded slate for this year's Hard Knocks coverage. They debate if the new format of covering multiple teams will be more entertaining than years past.

Following the break, McDonald and Schwab evaluate six bad teams in the NFL and if they can exceed expectations. They cover the Carolina Panthers, Washington Commanders, New York Giants, Denver Broncos, New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints. They discuss major headlines heading in 2024 for each team like if the Commanders could sneak into the playoffs, if Bryce Young can recover from a bad first year, and if the Saints are stuck in purgatory.

(2:16) Tee Higgins signs the franchise tag

(8:01) Brandon Aiyuk's trade situation

(17:40) Hard Knocks

(22:49) Food eating challenges

(28:15) Carolina Panthers

(36:34) Washington Commanders

(41:00) New York Giants

(46:24) Denver Broncos & New England Patriots

(51:34) New Orleans Saints

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One big thing for every NFC team heading into the 2024 season, Falcons fined for tampering | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 21:57:57 +0000

On today’s episode, Jason Fitz and NFL writer Frank Schwab discuss one big question they have for every NFC team heading into the 2024 NFL season.

The guys wonder if Brock Purdy will be able to cash in on his success with the San Francisco 49ers, if Chicago Bears fans should trust Matt Eberflus to coach Caleb Williams and whether or not the Detroit Lions have a Super Bowl-worth secondary.

Also on this episode of Zero Blitz, Fitz and Schwab talk about the Atlanta Falcons being fined for tampering in their process of signing Kirk Cousins and why both guys are pumped up for the new “Receiver” show set to debut on Netflix.

(0:43) - Falcons fined for tampering

(5:43) - New “Receiver” show

(8:06) - Carolina Panthers

(10:11) - Arizona Cardinals

(13:07) - Washington Commanders

(16:38) - New York Giants

(19:17) - Atlanta Falcons

(21:55) - Chicago Bears

(25:52) - Minnesota Vikings

(30:46) - New Orleans Saints

(35:47) - Seattle Seahawks

(40:28) - Green Bay Packers

(45:38) - Los Angeles Rams

(49:07) - Philadelphia Eagles

(51:42) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(53:51) - Detroit Lions

(57:24) - Dallas Cowboys

(1:00:13) - San Francisco 49ers

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NCAA video game vs. Madden debate + Can Bryce Young be saved? | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 22:16:04 +0000

It's a mid-June podcast so no better time to discuss and debate the return of the NCAA video football game and how it will stack up against Madden. Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice joins Charles McDonald on the latest episode of The Exempt List to discuss that and more. The two also do deep film study on Carolina Panthers rookie Bryce Young to see if he can turn around his career after an abysmal rookie season. Charles and Nate end the show by answering questions from their Twitter mailbag.

(00:41) Aaron Rodgers skips minicamp

(2:27) The real drama the Jets should be concerned about

(10:13) NCAA video game vs. Madden debate

(26:27) Which team are you picking for NCAA dynasty?

(31:01) Nate's film study on Bryce Young

(42:14) What does Dave Canales do better than Frank Reich?

(45:24) What NFL Twitter argument do you want to end forever?

(50:24) Can Mike Zimmer fix the Cowboys run defense

(54:44) Which teams should already be thinking about the 2025 offseason

(57:47) Are the Titans making the right call with their first round pick?

(59:34) Who is the defensive version of Trevor Lawrence?

(1:02:40) Funniest coach, player story

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One big thing for every AFC team heading into the 2024 season | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 20:14:37 +0000

On today's episode, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab unpack one big question for every AFC team heading into the 2024 NFL season. From sophomore quarterbacks stepping up to defensive lines dominating, they discuss what is the one big thing you need to know before the offseason is over.

Of the most burning questions, they cover if the New York Jets can survive the Aaron Rodgers drama, if the Kansas City Chiefs can win a third straight Super Bowl, and if the Miami Dolphins are as offensively dominant as we really think.

(4:48) New England Patriots

(7:09) Los Angeles Chargers

(10:04) Tennessee Titans

(13:53) New York Jets

(18:55) Denver Broncos

(22:46) Las Vegas Raiders

(26:43) Indianapolis Colts

(30:58) Jacksonville Jaguars

(34:03) Cincinnati Bengals

(35:47) Pittsburgh Steelers

(39:39) Miami Dolphins

(43:02) Cleveland Browns

(45:47) Houston Texans

(49:23) Kansas City Chiefs

(53:11) Buffalo Bills

(55:59) Baltimore Ravens

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What the Justin Jefferson deal means for roster construction, stability in Cleveland & will the NFL have a major betting scandal? | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 5 Jun 2024 23:18:46 +0000

The wide receiver market was reset this week as Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson reframed the narrative about paying wideouts with a massive four-year extension worth a reported $140 million. With other star receivers like Dallas' Ceedee Lamb and San Francisco's Brandon Aiyuk due for extensions of their own, how do GMs around the league approach their jobs when $35 million per year for a star wide receiver is now the going rate?

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson & Nate Tice ask that very question and figure out what the next few years of roster construction looks like in this brave new world where teams are expected to pay top dollar for a quarterback, an offensive tackle, a star edge rusher, a lockdown corner and now an explosive wide receiver.

Before they get into the Jefferson deal, they first take a look at the Cleveland Browns, who reportedly inked extensions this offseason for GM Andrew Berry and head coach Kevin Stefanski? What will the Browns look like in 2024 with a top front office & coaching situation, yet still a big question mark around the play of Deshaun Watson?

Later in the show, the guys discuss the recent lifetime bans of players in the NBA and MLB for betting on games, and how the NFL would react if a similar situation happened in their league? What would an 'extinction level' event look like for the NFL if one of their top players was caught in a similar scandal?

Finally, the guys close out the show grading three stories from offseason minicamps, as Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson professes to be the next Christian McCaffrey, Indianapolis Colts WR Adonai Mitchell is turning heads in camp & the Los Angeles Chargers coaching staff is hyping up year two of WR Quentin Johnston.

(3:00) - Browns extend HC Stefanski & GM Berry

(17:30) - Justin Jefferson contract & what it mean's for NFL roster building

(34:50) - How can NFL avoid betting scandals?

(52:15) - Minicamp buy/sell: Bijan Robinson, Adonai Mitchell, Quentin Johnston

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Six teams whose 2024 expectations are out of whack & is an 18th game around the corner? | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 30 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000

The offseason is a time of high hopes for every franchise and fanbase, with old losing habits and season-ending injuries purely other teams' problems. No, this will surely be our year. Unfortunately, Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab & Jori Epstein have come to pour cold water on some fanbases' summer optimism.

Kicking off the episode, however, the trio reacts to news from NFL Network's Tom Pelissero that the NFLPA is working on a proposal to end spring & summer OTAs in favor of a longer training camp period in July, meaning players would essentially have January through July away from their teams. Jori and the crew expound on how this is likely the big bargaining chip as the NFL likely prepares to ask players for an 18th regular season game & the pros and cons to losing the May and June offseason workouts.

Later in the show, Frank, Fitz & Jori share which teams should have limited expectations this year, including why the Pittsburgh Steelers need to focus on their defense rather than Russell Wilson vs. Justin Fields, why the Cleveland Browns need to figure out if Deshaun Watson can actually be good, why the Seattle Seahawks need to expect an adjustment period with new head coach Mike Macdonald and more.

Closing out the episode, it's not all negative – the crew talks about three non-playoff teams from the 2023 season who they predict will make the playoffs this upcoming January.

(2:30) NFLPA's proposal to limit OTAs; bargaining chip for 18th game?

(15:40) Teams with 'out of whack' expectations: Pittsburgh Steelers

(21:30) Green Bay Packers

(25:00) Buffalo Bills

(32:00) Cleveland Browns

(37:15) Houston Texans

(41:10) Seattle Seahawks

(47:50) Three non-playoff teams who could make 2024 playoffs

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Coaches on the hot seat and 'pre-fired' coaches in 2024 with Kevin Clark | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 May 2024 21:10:52 +0000

In the NFL it feels like at least one-third of the league's head coaches are always feeling the heat any given season. Some may even be dead men walking. ESPN and Omaha productions' Kevin Clark joins Charles McDonald on the latest episode of The Exempt List to identify the coaches that are on the hot seat and maybe even 'pre-fired' heading into the 2024 season.

(3:10) - Nico Collins gets PAID... is he now clearly WR1 in Houston?

(8:40) - Who's getting paid next? + Why Dak Prescott could get astronomical deal if he his free agency

(15:30) - Identifying the coaches on the hot seat and 'pre-fired' coaches in 2024

(15:45) - Mike McCarthy: He's basically 'pre-fired' and it's not his fault

(20:40) - Dennis Allen: Should he have been fired after Winston debacle?

(25:30) - Matt Eberflus + Robert Saleh: Both have pass/fails assignments this season

(34:45) - Zac Taylor: Why he is likely very safe in Cincy

(35:20) - Nick Sirianni: He is on the hottest of hot seats in Philly

(41:20) - Doug Pederson: He will be the scapegoat in Jacksonville this year

(49:15) - Brian Daboll: He could have longer leash than you think

(54:20) - Who could be 'one and done' candidates

(1:02:45) - Head coach candidates to keep in mind next offseason

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Nine things we can't wait for next NFL season, Lamar's weight loss, possible 18th game | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 May 2024 22:29:39 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson and NFL writer Frank Schwab as they get ready to celebrate 100 days until the 2024 season kicks off by picking out a few things they’re looking forward to. Jim Harbaugh re-joining the league following his college career, the Russell Wilson-Justin Fields Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback competition and Travis Kelce’s pursuit of becoming the greatest tight end of all time are just some of the topics the guys get into.

Also on this episode of Zero Blitz, Fitz, Charles and Frank discuss Lamar Jackson’s weight loss and why it matters as he enters his seventh season with the Baltimore Ravens, Roger Goodell floating the idea of adding an 18th game to the schedule and how close Aaron Rodgers actually came to accepting a Vice Presidency nomination and leaving the New York Jets.

(1:17) - Lamar Jackson loses weight

(8:01) - 18th game coming soon?

(18:33) - Other NFL news

(22:58) - 9 things we’re looking forward to next season

(34:47) - Dak Prescott’s contract drama

(38:55) - Wilson vs Fields in Pittsburgh

(48:58) - Marvin Harrison Jr.’s path to the NFL

(54:41) - What Travis & Jason Kelce will do in ’24

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Best and worst NFL offseasons with The Ringer's Steven Ruiz | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 May 2024 21:00:21 +0000

On today's episode of The Exempt List, Charles McDonald is joined by The Ringer's Steven Ruiz to break down the best and worst offseasons across the NFL.

They start off the show with a check in on random quarterback weight fluctuations, specifically Bryce Young, Tua Tagovailoa, and Lamar Jackson.

After, they check in on hold outs for top wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Tee Higgins. They question why the Cincinnati Bengals haven't paid Higgins yet this far into the process.

Then, McDonald and Ruiz share their list of teams that had puzzling offseasons, including the Atlanta Falcons, Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars, Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos.

After the break, they explain why the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Chicago Bears and Kansas Chiefs had stellar free agent signings and draft picks to set them up for success in 2024.

(2:57) Quarterback weight check in

(10:53) Jefferson and Higgins holdouts

Puzzling offseasons

(14:15) Falcons

(19:48) Jaguars

(24:28) Cowboys

(30:45) Lions

(36:20) Broncos

Good offseasons

(39:22) Jets

(43:23) Bears

(47:39) Patriots

(51:01) Chiefs

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10 NFL games we’re looking forward to in 2024, offseason Hard Knocks | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 May 2024 22:35:46 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporter Jori Epstein and NFL writer Frank Schwab as they discuss which games they’re looking forward to the most in 2024 following the schedule release on Wednesday.

With big matchups like the Baltimore Ravens at the Kansas City Chiefs in week 1, the Detroit Lions at the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football and a new installment of The Harbaugh Bowl between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens, there’s plenty of games on the calendar to be excited about this season.

Jason, Jori and Frank also talk about the New York Giants’ new century uniforms honoring their 100th year of football, big blue being selected for an offseason version of Hard Knocks and the upcoming Netflix docuseries on Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys.

4:52 - Giants unveil a new alternate uniform

6:36 - Offseason Hard Knocks

11:44 - Jerry Jones-Cowboys docuseries

18:45 - NFL going too far with scheduling?

27:01 - Games we’re looking forward to in 2024

38:04 - QB’s returning to face former teams

52:32 - How NFL comes up with the schedule

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How Jared Goff’s contract impacts Trevor Lawrence & initial schedule reaction | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 May 2024 20:53:13 +0000

On today's episode of the Exempt List, John Shipley of Jaguar Report joins Charles McDonald to talk about major moves in the quarterback contract market.

Shipley and McDonald open the show with thoughts on the opening slate of games announced this week, focusing on the AFC Championship rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens.

McDonald then brings up the news of Jared Goff's massive contract extension with the Detroit Lions. They discuss implications for other top quarterbacks, particularly Jacksonville Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence.

After the break, they react to Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Antoine Winfield Jr. receiving the biggest contract ever for a DB.

Then, McDonald and Shipley share their confusing with the Atlanta Falcons offseason moves, particularly their 2024 NFL Draft Class.

They wrap the show with listener questions sent in about the Lions, Jaguars, Calvin Ridley and more.

0:43 Early NFL schedule release

10:57 Detroit Lions give Jared Goff massive 4-year contract

19:39 When will the Jaguars pay Trevor Lawrence?

29:58 Antoine Winfield Jr. resets the DB market

35:02 The Atlanta Falcons questionable offseason

46:13 Mailbag questions

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6 quarterback situations to worry about & 3 that are on the precipice | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 May 2024 20:48:25 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson and NFL writer Frank Schwab as they discuss some of the quarterback rooms that worry them for the 2024 season and which they’re more confident in, but still have some questions about.

After discussing the league’s 2024 schedule announcement set for next week, the guys dive into why teams like the Denver Broncos, Carolina Panthers and Cleveland Browns should have fans concerned about their futures, as well as the Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants & Pittsburgh Steelers.

Later, they dive into questions surrounding the Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and Indianapolis Colts – even though they have established quarterback situations.

1:35 - Catching up with everyone

5:05 - Schedule release rant

9:00 - QB rooms that concern us: Denver Broncos

18:44 - Panthers worries?

26:10 - Browns & Deshaun Watson

33:50 - G-Men blues

50:16 - QB rooms we find interesting: Dallas, Jacksonville, Indianapolis

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Tua Tagovailoa's contract negotiations, Kendrick vs. Drake beef & the Tom Brady Roast | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 May 2024 20:35:31 +0000

On today's episode of The Exempt List, Charles McDonald is joined by ESPN's Miami Dolphins reporter Marcel Louis-Jacques to break down Tua Tagovailoa's upcoming contract negotiation with the Miami Dolphins. They discuss where Tagovailoa fits among other highly paid quarterbacks like Justin Herbert and Jalen Hurts.

They shift their focus to the rap beef that occurred over the weekend between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. They react to the songs dropped by both artists, and share why Kendrick appeared to be the clear winner.

McDonald wraps the show with the Tom Brady Roast from this past Sunday. They react to the funniest moments from the biggest names at the event like Rob Gronkowski, Nikki Glaser, Kevin Hart, and more.

1:09 Tua's contract negotiations

17:44 Kendrick vs Drake

37:49 The Tom Brady Roast

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NFL Draft grades for all 32 teams | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 20:34:09 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap the draft in the best way they know how: letter grades! Fitz and Frank discuss all 32 teams division by division as they give a snapshot of how fans should be feeling heading into the 2024 season. The duo have key debates on the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints, Los Angeles Rams, New England Patriots, Las Vegas Raiders and more.

4:35 - NFC East

17:05 - NFC North

27:50 - NFC South

40:20 - NFC West

49:50 - AFC East

59:50 - AFC North

1:05:40 - AFC South

1:14:15 - AFC West

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Michael Penix is a Falcon, favorite RB & OL landing spots with Nate Tice | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 22:42:37 +0000

Less than 24 hours after the conclusion of the 2024 NFL Draft, Charles McDonald and Nate Tice give their thoughts and key takeaways, including Charles' reaction to the Atlanta Falcons taking Michael Penix Jr, the Denver Broncos overdrafting Bo Nix, Spencer Rattler to the New Orleans Saints and Charles and Nate's favorite running back and offensive line landing spots.

Charles and Nate finish off the show with a dueling draft of day three selections, where they each draft a pick from rounds four through seven (and a kicker in round six) so they can track how their picks do throughout their rookie seasons.

3:55 - Michael Penix is an Atlanta Falcon

16:40 - Broncos take Bo Nix

25:15 - Spencer Rattler & our favorite RB landing spots

39:25 - Offensive line landing spots

44:50 - Day three dueling draft

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NFL Draft round 1 reactions: Penix, McCarthy, Worthy, Raiders | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:38:47 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson and former NFL running back Damien Harris to give their initial thoughts and takeaways from a wild first night of the 2024 NFL Draft. The trio dive into a few standout selections, including plenty of time analyzing what the Atlanta Falcons could possibly be thinking by taking Michael Penix Jr, J.J. McCarthy and Drake Maye and their respective fits with the Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots, why Tennessee Titans fans should be ecstatic about the J.C. Latham pick, Xavier Worthy's instant impact potential with the Kansas City Chiefs and why the Las Vegas Raiders took a tight end in the first round two years in a row.

5:55 - Michael Penix Jr. to the Falcons

32:05 - McCarthy to the Vikings & Drake Maye to the Patriots

45:20 - Why J.C. Latham was a home run pick

52:40 - Xavier Worthy to the Chiefs

58:45 - Why the Raiders picked Brock Bowers

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Four NFL Draft storylines to watch + final QB deep dive with Derrik Klassen | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:11:29 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Derrik Klassen of Bleacher Report and Reception Perception to give their final thoughts ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft on storylines to watch and this fascinating quarterback class. The duo start off with the news that Zach Wilson has been traded to the Denver Broncos. Both agree this doesn't mean a lot for anyone except Ben DiNucci, but Charles asks if the New York Jets should consider drafting Aaron Rodgers' replacement at tenth overall (or later in the draft).

There are 4-5 first round picks at quarterback this year, and Derrik has charted all of them. Charles and Derrik do a final deep dive on each of the top QBs, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy.

Later, Charles presents his four storylines to watch this Thursday as the 2024 NFL Draft kicks off. Charles thinks the ideal landing spot for Drake Maye is the Minnesota Vikings, and that Denver trading up is irresponsible. Meanwhile, the Jacksonville Jaguars are an ideal candidate to make a move and trade up for a wide receiver or cornerback. Finally Charles presents his take that this defensive tackle class is underrated, which sparks a conversation around how college linebackers are letting the NFL down.

2:15 - Zach Wilson to the Broncos

8:25 - Final QB class deep dive

40:30 - Charles' four draft storylines to watch

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Mysteries of the 2024 NFL Draft, grading past first-round QBs | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:20:12 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to get their final thoughts on the 2024 NFL Draft in before it all kicks off on Thursday night. The duo start with the Denver Broncos' new uniforms and Fitz' strong thoughts on Arena football. There's a lot of hype around the quarterbacks in this year's draft, but Fitz and Frank provide a reality check by grading every first-round quarterback selected between 2018 and 2022, assigning only 3 As and 7 Fs (and having a very real conversation around Justin Herbert's grade).

There are still a few big question marks in this year's draft that will have big ramifications, so Fitz and Frank go detective mode and discuss what the Washington Commanders will do at 2, the New England Patriots at 3, whether or not Michael Penix Jr. and Bo Nix will make it past Denver, the Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders in the middle of the first round and if the Dallas Cowboys will make a move to address their biggest hole. The dynamic duo finish off the show by snake drafting the biggest draft busts of all time.

4:10 - News and notes

16:15 - Grading every first-round QB from 2018-2022

46:10 - Mysteries of the 2024 NFL Draft

1:00:05 - Snake draft of the week: biggest draft busts

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Belichick & Kraft, Justin Jefferson's trade value, the future of QB evals | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 18:17:28 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson & Jori Epstein to pull back the curtain on the latest news from around the NFL. The trio start off with a report that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft told Arthur Blank not to hire Bill Belichick, as they dive into how the relationship between Belichick and Kraft fractured over time and what it means for Belichick's future. In other news, Justin Jefferson was absent from voluntary workouts, sparking a conversation as to what it would take to acquire possibly the best young wide receiver in the league.

Later, Charles dives into some digging he's been doing on the New York Giants' quarterback evaluations and whether or not they could end up taking one early in the draft, which leads to a conversation on Jori's latest piece around how quarterback evaluations are changing (and speeding up). Charles finishes off the show with what he's hearing on this year's weak running back class and how it could make history (in a bad way).

3:25 - Bill Belichick & Robert Kraft

29:30 - Justin Jefferson's trade value

38:45 - Giants' QB situation & how QB evals are changing

56:05 - This year's RB class could make history

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Concocting fake win-win trades for Vikings, Cowboys, Chiefs, Bills, Falcons | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:00:40 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab hop in the lap to concoct the best blockbuster trades possible that are a win-win for both sides. First, the dynamic duo start with the news that Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is receiving a big-time contract extension, meaning the Eagles are now paying two wideouts $25M annually. Can they manage to keep up the talent and depth on their roster with cap numbers like that? In other news, the New York Jets announced they're wearing their 1980s throwbacks full-time next season, which makes Frank a very happy man.

Fitz and Frank have some fake trades they'd like to see, and they go one-by-one down the list as they send Justin Jefferson to the Buffalo Bills (and Arizona Cardinals), the Minnesota Vikings up to fifth overall, Brandon Aiyuk to the Los Angeles Chargers, Tee Higgins to the Kansas City Chiefs, Dak Prescott to the Minnesota Vikings, Brock Bowers to Kansas City and Micah Parsons to the Atlanta Falcons.

The duo finish off the show by snake drafting the best first overall picks of all time.

4:05 - DeVonta Smith gets a big payday

11:20 - Jets will wear throwbacks full time

22:05 - Fake win-win trades we'd like to see

59:45 - Snake draft of the week: first overall picks

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Breaking down the 2024 All-Juice Team | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Charles McDonald and Charles Robinson team up to cover the 2024 All-Juice Team, which was released this morning on Yahoo Sports. C Mac and C Rob spend some time remembering the legacy of the great Terez Paylor (who started the All-Juice team) before going pick-by-pick and explaining how each selection was made. The duo discuss how they made the call on players like Caleb Williams, Marshall Lloyd, Amarius Mims, Chop Robinson, Malik Mustapha and more.

Later in the show, Terez' fiancee Ebony Reed joins Charles Robinson to discuss the work Terez poured into this project every year before diving into her new book, Fifteen Cents on the Dollar: How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap, and how sports fans and average Americans alike can connect to the book.

9:55 - 2024 All-Juice team offense

31:55 - 2024 All-Juice team defense

53:50 - Ebony Reed joins the show!

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Draft rumor BS meter + Xavier Worthy: does WR speed matter? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 21:43:24 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to dive into the how and why of the biggest news around the league this week. The trio start with the news of O.J. Simpson's passing and why it's hard to put a bow on his story and legacy. Rashee Rice has a warrant out for his arrest, and Charles thinks the league could be looking to issue a suspension. In other news, Jacksonville Jaguars pass rusher Josh Allen received a massive contract extension, as the Jaguars are betting Allen can be a perennial DPOY candidate.

Jori is writing a piece on WR draft prospect Xavier Worthy, who broke the 40-yard dash record, so the trio discuss the how the value of speed has changed among evaluators over the past few decades. Many call for GPS data to replace 40 testing, but the technology is not standardized among all schools, which presents the question of how the NFL will go about enforcing standardization of GPS tracking.

The hosts finish out the show by getting to the bottom of some rumors circling around the 2024 NFL Draft by determining which to believe, and which are bologna. They discuss Drake Maye, Malik Nabers, JJ McCarthy, Jayden Daniels and Jim Harbaugh.

00:45 - Reacting to the passing of O.J. Simpson

10:20 - Rashee Rice has a warrant for his arrest

21:20 - Josh Allen gets extended

30:60 - Xavier Worthy & the future of speed

45:55 - Draft rumor BS meter

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Teams that will define the draft + Cooper Dejean is a corner with Dominique Foxworth | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Apr 2024 19:24:49 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by friend and host of The Dominique Foxworth Show Dominique Foxworth to tackle race, GOAT debates, the 2024 NFL Draft, rapper beef and more. The duo start off with some non-football talk as they go back and forth on the Caitlin Clark GOAT debates that seem a little to hot to just be about basketball. They also cover the J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar beef and Dominique's draft day story.

Next, Charles and Dominique dive into the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, as Charles believes there are four teams who could define the first round: the Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Chargers, Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos. The duo discuss each team and decide whether or not they should make a blockbuster move to trade up.

The duo finish things off by answering questions from listeners on Cooper Dejean, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels and much more.

1:55 - Caitlin Clark, J. Cole and draft day stories

15:50 - Teams that will define the first round of the draft

39:45 - Answering listener questions

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The Glow Up: teams that changed our expectations the most since last year | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Apr 2024 18:04:25 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap the biggest NFL news from the weekend before diving into the teams that changed our expectations the most (in a good OR bad way) the most compared to last offseason. The duo start with the biggest news from the weekend, including the update to the Stefon Diggs trade that revealed the Houston Texans voided the final years of his contract. Fitz and Frank speculate on why before discussing the Carolina Panthers extending DT Derrick Brown and the explosion of the interior defensive line market.

Things change quickly in the NFL, so Fitz and Frank decide to look at some teams who have changed our perception of them the most over the past year. The top risers include the Texans, Chicago Bears (and the NFC North as a whole) and Los Angeles Rams, while some teams that lost the benefit of the doubt include the Philadelphia Eagles, Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals, Seattle Seahawks and Buffalo Bills.

Fitz and Frank finish off the show with a dueling snake draft, as they compete to draft the best championship games of all time. Frank dominates.

7:50 - News from the weekend

18:35 - The Glow Up (or Down)

55:35 - Championship games snake draft

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The Stefon Diggs trade changes the entire AFC landscape | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Apr 2024 04:53:26 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to discuss the breaking news that Stefon Diggs has been traded to the Houston Texans. The trio dive into the how and why of the blockbuster trade, including what went wrong for Diggs in Buffalo, how the Texans decided to put all their chips on the table, Diggs as a personality fit in Houston, what it means for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills and how this trade shapes the AFC playoff race for years to come.

00:40 - How Stefon Diggs became a Texan

16:15 - Stefon Diggs' fit in Houston

26:50 - How the trade reshapes the AFC

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Biggest 2024 NFL Draft need for every NFC team with Nate Tice | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 2 Apr 2024 19:29:03 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by the great Nate Tice to determine the biggest need in the 2024 NFL Draft for every single NFC team. But first – Rashee Rice was reportedly involved in a racing-related crash over the weekend, prompting a discussion on players getting involved in things they shouldn't and why nearly everyone around Patrick Mahomes seems to be trying to make his life harder. In other news, NFL win totals for the 2024 season dropped last week, and Charles and Nate pick out a few that surprised them, including the Los Angeles Chargers, Atlanta Falcons, New York Jets and Dallas Cowboys.

Later, Charles and Nate dive into draft needs for every NFC team, as they go back and forth and give some favorite prospect and position fits for teams like the New York Giants (should they take a quarterback?), Green Bay Packers, Atlanta Falcons, Dallas Cowboys, Arizona Cardinals and more.

2:30 - Rashee Rice

9:55 - 2024 NFL win totals

23:20 - Draft needs: NFC East

37:20 - Draft needs: NFC South

47:30 - Draft needs: NFC North

53:35 - Draft needs: NFC West

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Biggest 2024 NFL Draft need for every AFC team | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 Apr 2024 18:13:25 +0000

Frank Schwab returns to the pod to join Jason Fitz as the duo go back and forth on the biggest NFL news from the weekend. Fitz and Frank discuss the news surrounding Rashee Rice and his suspected involvement in a car wreck in Dallas, Jadeveon Clowney to the Carolina Panthers and the New York Jets trading for Haason Reddick.

After the news, Fitz and Frank dive into the biggest need for every AFC team, as they discuss which positions teams need to target in the 2024 NFL Draft. The duo get especially in-depth on the Los Angeles Chargers, New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, New England Patriots and Denver Broncos as they attempt to determine each team's blueprint for success.

5:45 - Latest NFL news

22:10 - Draft needs: AFC East

35:35 - Draft needs: AFC North

45:55 - Draft needs: AFC South

50:45 - Draft needs: AFC West

59:30 - Snake draft of the week: worst NFL uniforms

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J.J. McCarthy second overall? + QB class red flags, Dak Prescott on the open market | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:19:53 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes on the latest rumors and news around the NFL. The trio start with takeaways from the NFL owner's meetings as Jori was on the ground in Orlando. The hosts discuss the fallout of the new kickoff rule (are rosters going to change because of it?), the two Christmas Day games and what the heck Jerry Jones was doodling in his notebook.

Next, it's time to pull out the crystal ball as the hosts attempt to look into the future for some key quarterbacks, starting with Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy. McCarthy's draft stock has been skyrocketing lately as some rumors emerged that he could go as high as second overall. Charles gives his thoughts and what he's hearing from GMs around the league before moving onto Brock Purdy and whether San Francisco will be willing to pay him when the time comes. Charles dives deeper into the 2024 quarterback class and why every prospect has a massive red flag, and Jori gives us the latest on the Dak Prescott contract negotiations, which seem to be heading in the wrong direction. All signs are pointing towards Dak hitting free agency next offseason. Finally, Fitz wraps things up by asking about Deion Sanders' comments about choosing where his sons get drafted and whether or not player empowerment could be ascending to a new level with the emergence of NIL.

2:35 - Owner's meeting takeaways

21:15 - Quarterback crystal ball: McCarthy, Purdy, Williams and Prescott

1:09:10 - Will players every be able to choose where they're drafted?

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Top sleeper prospects in the NFL Draft & the rise of Spencer Rattler with Jordan Reid | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:27:34 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by ESPN NFL Draft Expert Jordan Reid to dive into the 2024 NFL Draft, new rule changes and more. Charles and Jordan start with giving their favorite sleeper prospects (outside the top 50) your team should draft. They discuss Malik Washington, Javon Bullard, Christian Haynes, Audric Estime and more before diving into a deeper conversation on the rising draft stock of Spencer Rattler and whether his maturity concerns are legitimate, plus Jayden Daniels and the new trend of skipping pre-draft testing.

Later in the show, Charles and Jordan react to the latest rule changes in the NFL, including the new kickoff rule (and why Charles loves it), the hip drop tackle and how it'll be enforced and the additional coach's challenge (and why Charles is against it).

1:15 - Top sleeper prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft

30:05 - Is Spencer Rattler's stock on the rise?

36:40 - Jayden Daniels & pre-draft testing

43:40 - New NFL rule changes

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First round mock draft LIVE with Nate Tice | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 22:56:53 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by the great Nate Tice to prepare for the 2024 NFL Draft the best way they know how: a full first-round mock draft done live on the show. The duo start off by reacting to the biggest NFL news from the weekend, including some rule changes to come out of the NFL owner's meetings and the Tennessee Titans trading for CB L'Jarius Sneed. Fitz and Nate give their thoughts on the hip drop tackle ban, an additional coach's challenge, the Titans' plans for the future and more.

Next, the two hosts dive into their first round mock draft and alternate making picks. Some of the more contentious selections include Rome Odunze to the Chicago Bears, the Las Vegas Raiders passing on a quarterback, Brock Bowers to the Los Angeles Rams, Bo Nix to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and many more.

5:40 - Rule changes from the owner's meetings

15:50 - L'Jarius Sneed to the Titans

21:25 - Mock draft picks 1-16

52:20 - Mock draft picks 17-32

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2024 QB class hype train gone too far? + Caleb Williams' pro day, incoming rule changes | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 22:59:42 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein, as the trio kick off the show by reacting to Caleb William's pro day performance and Marvin Harrison Jr's lack thereof – and how important testing is to NFL evaluators. Next up is the latest on wide receiver market, as the Cleveland Browns paid Jerry Jeudy a surprising amount of money (Charles gives his thoughts on why), and Mike Williams is headed to the New York Jets, who have made some impressive moves this offseason.

Later, Charles dives into what he's hearing on the 2024 NFL quarterback class and whether or not the hype train has gone too far, especially when you consider a 2021 QB class that was similarly lauded. The trio discuss JJ McCarthy, Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. and how the puzzle might come together at the end of April.

The hosts finish the show with expectations for the upcoming owner's meetings next week, as Jori expects we could see the end of the hip drop tackle and some big changes to the kickoff.

2:45 - Caleb Williams & the importance of pro days & testing

25:55 - Jerry Jeudy & Mike Williams

38:20 - Drafting quarterbacks this year (and every year) is a crapshoot

53:45 - Expectations for the owner's meetings

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How free agency is changing the 2024 draft with Nate Tice | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:49:28 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Nate Tice to give their thoughts on the latest free agency moves and dive into how free agency has affected the 2024 NFL Draft so far before answering questions from listeners. The duo start with their thoughts on Justin Fields' fit with the Pittsburgh Steelers, as Charles thinks Russell Wilson accidentally played himself, and they both are concerned about the two quarterbacks fitting into Arthur Smith's offense, which favors a lot of over-the-middle passing. Charles and Nate give their thoughts on Tyron Smith and Derrick Henry signing contracts with the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens respectively.

We've seen enough of free agency to know how it impacts the 2024 NFL Draft, and the two hosts give their thoughts on what's changed over the last few weeks, including how it impacts the second tier of quarterbacks (like Michael Penix Jr. and Spencer Rattler), what the Arizona Cardinals will do with pick four, why guards got paid so much, the future of the linebacker position and more.

Charles and Nate finish off the show by answering questions submitted from listeners on March Madness, the New York Giants, the worst take they've heard this offseason, board games, Desmond Ridder and more.

6:20 - Justin Fields & other news

19:40 - How free agency impacts the 2024 NFL Draft

41:20 - Answering listener questions

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NFL free agency: the good, the bad & the ugly so far | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:23:30 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to discuss all the latest NFL mayhem, including trades, free agency moves, cap casualties and more. The duo start off with the quarterback carousel in Pennsylvania, as Kenny Pickett is a Philadelphia Eagle and Justin Fields is a Pittsburgh Steeler. Fitz and Frank discuss who won each of the trades, why Kenny Pickett may have just tanked his own career, who will start more games for Pittsburgh and more before diving into the Aaron Donald retirement announcement and where he ranks among defenders all-time. The dynamic duo wrap up the first half of the show with the signings of Tyron Smith and Derrick Henry.

It's time to dive into the good, the bad and the ugly from NFL free agency so far, as the duo each pick a team that's done well, a team that's disappointed and a team that's completely blown it. Fitz and Frank debate over the Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers, Atlanta Falcons and more before finishing off the show with this week's snake draft: the best sports days on the calendar.

5:40 - Pickett to PHI and Fields to PIT

17:35 - Aaron Donald retires

26:15 - Latest free agency signings

30:35 - Good, bad & ugly from free agency

54:10 - Snake draft of the week: best sports days

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Inside Saquon to the Eagles, NFL launches tampering investigations | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 21:24:22 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to go behind the scenes on the biggest news around NFL free agency. The trio start off with the news that the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons are under investigation for their tampering in the signings of Saquon Barkley and Kirk Cousins, respectively. In other news, Desmond Ridder was traded to the Arizona Cardinals (and may be part of the team's long-term plans), and Calvin Ridley got a massive contract with the Tennessee Titans.

The Eagles never pay big money for running backs, but they bucked that trend by signing former New York Giant Saquon Barkley. The trio do a deep dive on how this came about, and Jori outlines the Eagles' thought process as to why Barkley was the right guy to go after.

Later, Charles takes us through the huge ripple effects left by Kirk Cousins' contract, as Justin Fields will now likely have to accept a backup role this season (and Charles has a new favorite landing spot), and quarterbacks who are negotiating extensions (Tua Tagovailoa and Jared Goff in particular) just saw their price tag go up.

2:25 - NFL launches tampering investigation

14:35 - Desmond Ridder to the Cardinals

23:10 - Calvin Ridley & the new Titans

33:05 - Inside Saquon Barkley to the Eagles

46:25 - Cousins contract ripple effect

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The Falcons are so back & more free agency takeaways with Trevor Sikkema | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:45:30 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by PFF's Trevor Sikkema to discuss the start of NFL free agency, including all their biggest takeaways, the quarterback signings (Charles' Atlanta Falcons finally have their guy) and a few of their favorite prospect-team fits for the 2024 NFL Draft. The duo start with their big free agency takeaways so far, including interior OL getting the bag (and the Carolina Panthers becoming a laughing stock), running backs getting paid more than expected and the Kansas City Chiefs being all in on a three-peat.

The top available quarterbacks have found a home, and Charles is excited about getting Kirk Cousins, as he felt like it was a move the Falcons had to make given their draft position. Charles also thought Baker Mayfield could have got more from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but Trevor thinks the contract was about right. The two discuss expectations for the NFC South before talking about Russell Wilson's fit with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Charles and Trevor dive into the NFL draft by going through Charles' favorite fits from Trevor's prospect-team fits. The duo discuss the Buffalo Bills, Las Vegas Raiders and Denver Broncos and have a deeper discussion around Michigan QB JJ McCarthy.

2:05 - Free agency takeaways

31:40 - Kirk Cousins, Baker Mayfield & Russell Wilson new team fits

49:15 - NFL Draft prospect-team fits

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NFL Free Agency frenzy: grading the biggest moves from day one | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 01:37:41 +0000

Free agency is upon us, and Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab are joining forces to react to and give letter grades for all the biggest moves from day one of the NFL's legal tampering window. The duo start off with the QB news, as Kirk Cousins is headed to the Atlanta Falcons (what does he still have left in the tank?), and the Minnesota Vikings have no long-term plan at quarterback. Russell Wilson signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baker Mayfield remains in Tampa Bay. The duo also hit on the major running back signings.

Later, Fitz and Frank discuss some non-free agency news, as Tee Higgins requests a trade and Mac Jones get traded to the Jacksonville Jaguars, before diving back into more major free agent signings. The two hosts give letter grades for the Las Vegas Raiders acquisitions, the Brian Burns trade, Chris Jones staying in Kansas City, the massive interior offensive line contracts and much more.

4:55 - Grading free agency: QBs and RBs

29:25 - Non-free agency news

41:45 - Grading free agency part two

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Franchise tag deadline winners & losers, teams we trust to get QB right | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 7 Mar 2024 22:27:12 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein as the duo go behind the scenes on the biggest NFL stories. The duo kick things off with Dak Prescott's contract negotiations with the Dallas Cowboys and whether or not we could see something get done soon.

The franchise tag deadline has come and gone, and Jori sees some clear winners and losers. Fitz and Jori point out Chris Jones and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as winners, while the Denver Broncos and Russell Wilson, the New York Giants and the free agent running backs are losers.

Later, Fitz and Jori put quarterback-needy teams under the spotlight as they determine their level of trust in the franchises to execute their quarterback plan this offseason. They discuss the Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, Denver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Giants and Tennessee Titans.

2:05 - Dak Prescott contract negotiations

12:45 - Franchise tag deadline winners & losers

36:55 - Court of trust for QB-needy teams

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Where do the Broncos go from here? with Ryan McFadden | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 5 Mar 2024 20:09:08 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Ryan McFadden of the Denver Post to do a deep dive on the state of affairs in one of the most chaotic franchises in the league: the Denver Broncos. After taking on an $85M dead cap hit to cut ties with Russell Wilson, the organization looks to head coach Sean Payton to get things headed in the right direction – but does he know what that direction is? Charles and Ryan kick things off with some franchise tag news as Brian Burns gets tagged, Saquon Barkley will reach free agency and Josh Allen will likely get tagged in Jacksonville.

The duo start their Broncos deep dive with Russell Wilson and how things went south for him in Denver, including the trade, the hiring of Sean Payton, GM George Paton's up-and-down tenure and the injury guarantee benching last season. Next, Charles and Ryan discuss the future of Sean Payton's Broncos: how does he want to build the team? Who is playing quarterback for them? What will they look to do in the 2024 NFL Draft? Finally, the hosts go through the top available quarterbacks this offseason (including Russ) and discuss their potential landing spots and how they see things shaking out.

6:15 - Franchise tag deadline updates

12:45 - How things went wrong for Russell Wilson

29:15 - The future of Sean Payton's Broncos

47:55 - Landing spots for Russell Wilson & the top available QBs

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NFL rumors: fact or fiction? Justin Fields, Giants want a QB & more | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Mar 2024 20:30:04 +0000

Frank Schwab returns to the pod to the join Jason Fitz as the duo react to the biggest news from around the NFL from the Combine and beyond before putting on their detective caps to analyze some rumors that were swirling around the Combine last week and whether they're fact or fiction. Mike Evans returns to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on a two-year contract, and Fitz thinks that, combined with the news that Antoine Winfield Jr. will likely be franchise tagged, a Baker Mayfield contract is likely on the way. Tyron Smith and Christian Wilkins are both reportedly likely to hit free agency, and that prompts a conversation over which free agents are actually worth the money. In other news, Brandon Staley will attempt to revive his career under Kyle Shanahan in San Francisco, and the NFL might be doing away with the chain gang.

Later, Frank and Fitz become good cop and bad cop as they try to determine the validity of the biggest NFL rumors. The duo discuss if Justin Jefferson could be on the trade block, if the New York Giants want to trade up for a quarterback, if the Kansas City Chiefs will trade L'Jarius Sneed, if Drake Maye is sliding, if any team would be willing to trade out of the top three draft picks, Justin Fields' trade value and much more. The duo finish off the show with a new segment called Snake Draft of the Week. This week is movie villains.

3:15 - Mike Evans signs extension with the Buccaneers

11:40 - Who's worth it in free agency?

20:30 - Brandon Staley hired as 49ers assistant head coach

23:35 - The end of the chain gang?

27:10 - NFL rumor detectives

49:40 - Movie villains snake draft

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Drake Maye sliding, Chris Jones could hit free agency, NFLPA report card takeaways | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 03:41:51 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson to take a deep dive on all the latest news buzzing around the NFL Scouting Combine. The duo discuss whether or not the Combine is in decline as an event, the quarterback class and how it might shake out in the top ten (is Drake Maye sliding or is it just smoke?), Marvin Harrison Jr. and whether or not his WR1 status could be challenged, the Kansas City Chiefs franchise tagging L'Jarius Sneed and what that means for Chris Jones and Zach Wilson being given permission to seek a trade,

Later in the show, Fitz and Charles discuss the NFLPA report cards that were released this morning and the most shocking outcomes, including the Chiefs' terrible grade, the Jacksonville Jaguars making a massive improvement, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers making players pay for their own hotel rooms and more. Last year's report cards showed how much power the players have gained over the last few years.

3:30 - Buzz around the Combine: Drake Maye, Marvin Harrison Jr. and more

26:55 - Chiefs tag L'Jarius Sneed

31:55 - Zach Wilson can seek a trade

36:30 - NFLPA report card takeaways

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3 NFL teams trending up & 3 trending down with Dr. Eric Eager | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 03:17:34 +0000

Jason Fitz kicks off the show solo to get something off his chest about Russell Wilson's latest comments on the I AM ATHLETE podcast. Fitz discusses Russell's persona and whether or not he has enough left in the tank to back up his ever-lofty goals for his career.

Next, Fitz is joined by Sumer Sports VP and football analytics expert Eric Eager to take an analytical perspective on some of the bigger in-game decisions from the 2023 season and the NFL Combine (is the Combine as valuable to NFL teams as it's portrayed to be?) before diving into three NFL franchises on their way up and three on the way down and why the duo believe there's reason for optimism/pessimism.

00:40 - Fitz on Russell Wilson

6:30 - What the numbers say about the NFL Combine

19:30 - Three up, three down

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Favorite landing spots for the top 2024 NFL free agents | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 02:18:37 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein to discuss the latest news around the league as the NFL world prepares for the NFL Combine before diving into their favorite landing spots for the top 2024 free agents. Fitz and Jori start off with Justin Fields' comments on a podcast about why he unfollowed the Chicago Bears on social media, and the duo discuss whether his explanation is valid or if he was intentionally sending a message. Next, the two hosts prep for the NFL Combine next week by going back and forth on the news that Athletes First will have its clients abstain from cognitive testing and how NFL evaluators might be putting too much stock in what happens in Indianapolis instead of the years of football experience the prospects have put on tape.

Later, Fitz and Jori run down the list of the top available free agents in 2024 and give their ideal landing spots for Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, L'Jarius Sneed, Baker Mayfield, Josh Allen, Tee Higgins, Brian Burns, Christian Wilkins, Antoine Winfield Jr, Tyron Smith and soon-to-be free agent Russell Wilson.

5:00 - Justin Fields unfollows the Bears on social media

14:15 - NFL Combine & the value of cognitive testing

25:15 - Favorite landing spots for the top 2024 free agents

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2024 free agency: dueling drafts with Mike Golic Jr. | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 02:44:54 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by the legendary Mike Golic Jr. as the duo dive into the 2024 free agent class by competing against each other to see who can create the best team out of only 2024 NFL free agents. The duo start off the show by discussing the rumors around Fitz' physical appearance at the Super Bowl in Las Vegas last week before diving into the 2024 QB draft class. Fitz asks for GoJo's take on Caleb Williams, and GoJo explains why he still thinks Williams is QB1 (with Drake Maye close behind).

Later, the dynamic duo get into the 2024 free agent class by alternating picks and competing to create the best roster out of only 2024 free agents. Golic Jr's final roster includes Kirk Cousins, Josh Allen, L'Jarius Sneed, Christian Wilkins, Tee Higgins, Brian Burns, Josh Jacobs, Kendall Fuller, Dalton Schultz, Frankie Luvu, Kyle Dugger, Willie Gay Jr, Geno Stone, Calvin Ridley and Leonard Williams, while Fitz' final roster has Chris Jones, Patrick Queen, Antoine Winfield Jr, Justin Madubuike, Mike Evans, Yannick Ngackoue, Jaylon Johnson, Derrick Henry, Michael Pittman Jr, Danielle Hunter, Stephon Gilmore, Devin White, Noah Fant, Baker Mayfield and Kam Curl.

2:45 - Who is GoJo's QB1 in the 2024 NFL Draft?

13:05 - Dueling free agent drafts: top 12 picks

31:35 - Dueling free agent drafts: picks 13-30

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How each AFC contender can catch the Chiefs this offseason | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:05:00 +0000

Jason Fitz & Frank Schwab start off the show by acknowledging the tragic shooting in Kansas City and offering their condolences before transitioning into some of the breaking news around the NFL. The San Francisco 49ers parted ways with DC Steve Wilks after a shaky playoff run, and Chris Jones loudly proclaimed that he is staying in Kansas City despite being a free agent. The duo discuss what went wrong for Wilks in the Bay and whether or not they expect Jones to actually return to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024. The duo also discuss the continuing debate around Kyle Shanahan's in-game decisions during Super Bowl LVIII and whether or not he deserves the heat he's getting.

The Chiefs are the team everyone in the AFC will have to chase for the foreseeable future, so Fitz and Frank take a dive into each AFC contender's current situation and give their blueprint for how the team can compete with KC in the playoffs in the next year or two. The duo give their thoughts on the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Los Angeles Chargers, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, New York Jets and Cleveland Browns before finishing the show by deciding if they think each of these teams have a realistic chance of catching up by next season.

1:15 - San Francisco 49ers part ways with DC Steve Wilks

16:40 - Will Chris Jones really stay in Kansas City?

21:20 - Blueprints for AFC contenders to catch the Kansas City Chiefs

38:25 - Blueprints for young/up-and-coming AFC teams

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How the Chiefs outplayed the 49ers & answering listener questions with Justis Mosqueda | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 22:59:26 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by friend of the show Justis Mosqueda to look back on Super Bowl LVIII and discuss Charles' time in Las Vegas and at the game, how the Kansas City Chiefs game-planned to beat the San Francisco 49ers, how we should view the Chiefs dynasty and much more.

Later in the show, Charles and Justis team up to answer questions from listeners on the top quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft (Drake Maye QB1?), the future of the Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens, the Las Vegas Raiders and Davante Adams, Jordan Love and more.

9:55 - Super Bowl LVIII takeaways and analysis

20:35 - What can stop the Kansas City Chiefs dynasty?

39:40 - Answering listener questions

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Super Bowl recap: why the Chiefs dynasty is totally unique | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:34:00 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces in Las Vegas, Nevada to recap a dramatic Super Bowl VLIII and discuss the fallout for both the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. Fitz and Frank recap the game key moment by key moment and discuss the fallout for each team and for the entire NFL. The Chiefs are one of the most dominant teams we've seen in football history (led by one of the most dominant quarterbacks in Patrick Mahomes) and they don't appear to be going anywhere, so the hosts spend plenty of time dissecting where this Chiefs team ranks historically and who in the NFL can be counted on to give them a fight in the next few seasons. The duo also discuss Usher's halftime show, how much of the blame Kyle Shanahan deserves for the 49ers loss, whether or not Las Vegas was a success as a Super Bowl venue and much more.

6:55 - How much is Kyle Shanahan to blame for the 49ers loss?

12:25 - The Kansas City Chiefs dynasty is here.

27:05 - Commercials & halftime show thoughts

34:20 - The difference between the Chiefs and New England Patriots dynasties

41:40 - Where do Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid rank historically?

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Final Super Bowl predictions, matchups to watch | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Feb 2024 22:05:32 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab come to you live from the Venetian Fan Cave in Las Vegas as they recap their week and give their final thoughts on all things Super Bowl LVIII. The duo start off with stories from their Vegas experience before diving into the Big Game, as they break it down the only way they know how: with a game. Fitz and Frank use Vegas words to analyze Sunday's matchup and discuss a potential sleeper player to watch, which team needs this Lombardi trophy more, strategic matchups to keep an eye on and more.

Later, the duo discuss Taylor Swift and their favorite halftime shows of all time before giving their final predictions for the game. Frank walks back his Kansas City Chiefs pick from a few weeks ago and goes with the San Francisco 49ers due to their superior roster. Fitz thinks KC has both the best head coach and best quarterback in the NFL and that's what it'll boil down to, as he goes with the Chiefs. Frank spends some time breaking down potential Super Bowl MVP picks before the hosts wrap things up.

2:20 - Stories from Vegas

4:50 - Previewing the Super Bowl with Vegas words

25:40 - Taylor Swift & best halftime shows ever

34:25 - Super Bowl predictions

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Goodell’s state of the league, breaking down Chiefs-49ers & inside Washington’s revenge tour | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Feb 2024 01:27:47 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein live in Las Vegas for Super Bowl LVIII as the duo go behind the scenes on some of the most interesting storylines around the NFL. After discussing their various Vegas experiences so far this week (and how cool it is to be in Vegas for a Super Bowl), the hosts dive into the Roger Goodell press conference, which covered big issues ranging from the NFL's gambling policy to streaming playoff games and much more. Charles calls for more clarity on the gambling policy and where the line we can't cross is, and Jori and Charles agree that it was once again apparent that Goodell's bottom line is to make the NFL (and its owners) richer.

The Washington Commanders hired OC Kliff Kingsbury, which leads to a conversation around the Ben Johnson fiasco, where Washington seemed to go on a media campaign against Johnson after he pulled out of consideration for the head coach job. Charles says it reminds him of the way NBA owners often operate, but it's rare to see that in the NFL.

Jason, Charles and Jori move on to discussing the Super Bowl, as the two reporters give their observations from being up close with both teams all week. Charles noticed that Patrick Mahomes seems completely locked in, and the Kansas City Chiefs appear to be almost nonchalant this week. Jori and Charles both learned just how impressed the San Francisco 49ers offensive coaches are with Brock Purdy and how quickly he picked up Kyle Shanahan's intricate offense. He is not a system quarterback – he's a franchise guy. The trio finish with their predictions for the game and how it might play out.

1:20 - The gang's Las Vegas experiences

7:10 - Roger Goodell's press conference takeaways

30:55 - Washington Commanders & their odd proxy war

45:15 - What we've learned about the Kansas City Chiefs & San Francisco 49ers this week

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Is Kyle Shanahan the next Andy Reid? with Jessica Smetana | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 7 Feb 2024 01:03:14 +0000

Charles McDonald is on site in Las Vegas at radio row and joined by Le Betard Show contributor Jessica Smetana to discuss the pandemonium around Vegas in preparation for the Super Bowl. The duo start with a little Formula 1 talk, as Jessica tries to put in NFL terms Lewis Hamilton leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari next season. The duo also go back and forth on their Vegas experience so far and what it's like to have a Super Bowl in Sin City.

The Washington Commanders have been all over the news for various reasons over the past week, including hiring OC Kliff Kingsbury. The duo discuss that fit with new head coach Dan Quinn, the Ben Johnson revenge tour, whether or not we already distrust the new ownership in Washington and more.

Charles and Jessica also hit on their favorite teams, as Jessica enlightens us on what the Las Vegas Raiders are getting in new OC Luke Getsy, and Charles gives insight on the Pittsburgh Steelers getting Arthur Smith.

Later, Charles asks an question he's been pondering: is Kyle Shanahan following Andy Reid's career arc? He is currently known for being consistently good but unable to get over the hump and win the big one, just like Andy Reid when he first started. This brings up, once again, the Atlanta Falcons' heartbreaking Super Bowl loss. The two hosts continue their Super Bowl analysis, including predicting the winner, before finishing off the show by guessing who the surprise guest at the Super Bowl halftime show will be alongside Usher.

1:30 - Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes: an F1 primer for non-F1 fans

13:50 - Washington Commanders hire OC Kliff Kingsbury

22:15 - Luke Getsy to the Las Vegas Raiders and Arthur Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers

29:35 - Is Kyle Shanahan following Andy Reid's career arc?

36:50 - Super Bowl predictions

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2023 season awards & superlatives, Greg Olsen & Kevin Burkhardt | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Feb 2024 21:47:36 +0000

Jason Fitz kicks off this action-packed edition of Zero Blitz with Frank Schwab as the duo give out their end-of-season NFL awards to players and coaches most deserving. After discussing nicknames and reacting to some of the latest news, the duo honor the story of the year, person of the year, ridiculous person of the year, game of the year, saddest fanbase of the year and the top deliveries of the 2023 season (presented by Prime).

Later, Fitz joined by Fox's top broadcasting duo Kevin Burkhardt and Greg Olsen to discuss the discourse around analytics and the NFC Championship Game before addressing the elephant in the room in Tom Brady reportedly joining the team next year (and what that means for Olsen's future as a top analyst).

Fitz finishes off the show with former NFL GM Michael Lombardi, who gives us insight on the latest coaching hires around the league, including Dan Quinn to the Washington Commanders (and what the choice says about the power structure in DC), Mike Macdonald to the Seattle Seahawks and more.

10:30 - 2023 season awards & superlatives

36:35- Kevin Burkhardt & Greg Olsen join

47:25 - Michael Lombardi on new coaching hires

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Mike Macdonald to the Seahawks, what is Washington's plan? + Why Ben Johnson stayed | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Feb 2024 00:50:04 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson to give their takeaways on all the latest coaching news around the NFL. Fitz and Charles start off with the news that the Seattle Seahawks have hired Mike Macdonald to be their new head coach. Charles breaks down the hire and Macdonald's meteoric rise under Baltimore Ravens head coach Jim Harbaugh. The duo also discuss what Macdonald will choose to do at the quarterback position with an important deadline approaching for Geno Smith's contract.

The Macdonald hire leaves the Washington Commanders as the last team without a head coach, and Fitz and Charles look at who's left on Washington's list and some potential sleeper names. Charles thinks Dan Quinn might be the best fit remaining, while Fitz still likes the idea of bringing in Bill Belichick.

The duo move on to the latest coordinator news, as Charles breaks down the power dynamic between head coach and GM when putting together a staff and how it may be affecting the Las Vegas Raiders. The Philadelphia Eagles have their two coordinators in Kellen Moore and Vic Fangio, as they opt for big names to fix last year's woes. The Pittsburgh Steelers hired Arthur Smith, who was a fantastic OC in Tennessee before flaming out in Atlanta. Both hosts wonder if a Ryan Tannehill addition could be coming in Pittsburgh.

00:40 - Mike Macdonald is the Seattle Seahawks head coach

18:50 - What will Washington do at head coach?

30:45 - The power dynamic of hiring a staff

35:55 - Philadelphia Eagles hire Kellen Moore and Vic Fangio

47:10 - Pittsburgh Steelers hire Arthur Smith

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Where do the Lions go from here? with Bryce Rossler | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:16:45 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Sports Info Solutions' Bryce Rossler to give their thoughts on the fallout from the Conference Championship games this past weekend and react to some of the latest head coach and coordinator news around the NFL. Charles and Bryce start off with the Baltimore Ravens and what went wrong for them against the Kansas City Chiefs. Charles is high on the KC defense and thinks they have what it takes to slow down the San Francisco 49ers. The duo move on to the NFC Championship game, as they discuss Brock Purdy and his overrated play this postseason, what's next for the Detroit Lions and whether or not to pay Jared Goff.

Later, Charles and Bryce react to some breaking coach news, including Arthur Smith becoming the new offensive coordinator of the Pittsburgh Steelers (and what went wrong for him as a playcaller in Atlanta) and Lions OC Ben Johnson deciding to stay in Detroit instead of taking a head coaching job. The hosts finish off the show with their thoughts on offensive vs. defensive head coaches and their favorite head coach hire so far (things are looking up for the Carolina Panthers!)

4:10 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Baltimore Ravens key takeaways

17:10 - Detroit Lions @ San Francisco 49ers key takeaways

34:45 - Arthur Smith hired as Pittsburgh Steelers OC

39:50 - Ben Johnson is staying in Detroit

43:50 - Offensive vs. defensive head coaching hires & our favorite hires

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Don't ever bet against Mahomes + the most devastating playoff loss since ___ | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:56:44 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reactions and takeaways from Conference Championship weekend. The duo start with analyzing Sunday's games. The duo dive into the Detroit Lions' absolutely heartbreaking loss to the San Francisco 49ers, as Dan Campbell is under fire for refusing to kick field goals at multiple points in the game. Fitz and Frank agree that fourth down aggression is what lost the Lions the game.

Fitz and Frank move on to eat crow on betting against Patrick Mahomes, as the Kansas City Chiefs beat a superior opponent once again and showed why they should never again be counted out. The Baltimore Ravens, meanwhile, looked like they weren't ready for the moment and made too many mistakes to beat Mahomes in the end.

The Super Bowl matchup is set, and the two hosts spend some time giving their early thoughts on the game. While the 49ers look to be the better team on paper, Fitz and Frank are too scared to pick against Mahomes again. The show ends with the duo's Playoff Deliveries from this weekend.

1:10 - Detroit Lions @ San Francisco 49ers

27:30 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Baltimore Ravens

46:10 - Way-too-early Super Bowl preview

54:25 - Playoff Deliveries presented by Prime

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Harbaugh, Canales, Morris reactions + Conference Championship matchups to watch with Charles McDonald | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:31:11 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by host of The Exempt List Charles McDonald, as the duo react to the latest head coaching hires (including Raheem Morris live on the pod) before giving three player matchups to watch in each of the two Conference Championship games. Jim Harbaugh is headed to the Los Angeles Chargers, and both hosts are feeling great about the fit. The NFL is all about having a great head coach/quarterback pairing, and LA might finally have one. The Atlanta Falcons hire Raheem Morris during recording, so Fitz gets Falcon fan Charles' live reaction. The Carolina Panthers have hired Dave Canales to be the head coach, and Charles thinks it's a great hire, especially considering it was one of the less attractive openings.

Later, the duo move on to the two Conference Championship games and the three player matchups that will determine each game. On the NFC side, Charles is looking forward to Penei Sewell on Nick Bosa, Fred Warner on Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery and George Kittle on Brian Branch. On the NFC side, Charles is excited for Travis Kelce vs. Kyle Hamilton, Isiah Pacheco vs. Roquan Smith and Zay Flowers vs. La'Jarius Sneed and Trent McDuffie.

4:10 - Jim Harbaugh to the Los Angeles Chargers

13:30 - Raheem Morris to the Atlanta Falcons

20:45 - Dave Canales to the Carolina Panthers

29:50 - Detroit Lions @ San Francisco 49ers preview

43:25 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Baltimore Ravens preview

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Is Bill Belichick a fit in Atlanta? + latest GM hires | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:52:55 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein to cover all the latest news around the NFL head coach, coordinator and general manager hiring cycle. The duo start with Bill Belichick and whether or not it's time for concern that he hasn't been hired yet. Dan Morgan has been hired as Carolina Panthers GM, which actually makes sense given his familiarity with David Tepper. The hire makes Jori wonder if Pete Carroll could be a good fit in Carolina. The Atlanta Falcons head coach search is rolling on, as they still seem to have a wide range of candidates. Fitz doesn't know if Belichick is a good fit in Atlanta.

The Tennessee Titans hired Brian Callahan as head coach and promoted GM Ran Carthon to Executive Vice President, showing their complete faith in Carthon to lead the organization, while the Las Vegas Raiders hired Tom Telesco as GM, which both hosts see as a little lackluster.

Fitz and Jori finish the show off by going through the latest coordinator news, as the Green Bay Packers fired DC Joe Barry and the Chicago Bears hired OC Shane Waldron. The Bears conversation leads to talk about how the top of the 2024 NFL Draft could shake out and which teams are going to take quarterbacks.

1:40 - Is there an ideal fit for Bill Belichick?

9:50 - Dan Morgan hired as Carolina Panthers general manager

18:45 - Atlanta Falcons head coaching search continues

23:55 - Tennessee Titans hire Brian Callahan as head coach

31:25 - Las Vegas Raiders hire Tom Telesco as general manager

39:45 - Coordinator news & 2024 NFL Draft talk

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How playoff offenses gameplan for elite defenses with 11-year NFL vet Marshall Newhouse | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:31:09 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by 11-year NFL vet Marshall Newhouse to give an in-depth preview of this weekend's Conference Championship game matchups by breaking down each offense and how they prepare for the defenses they face. Charles and Marshall start off with looking back at last weekend as they talk about Charles getting called out by Old Takes Exposed for his Detroit Lions draft grade (and how Brad Holmes has built a formidable roster), the guy who looked like Martin Luther King Jr. at the Baltimore Ravens game (and how Lamar is coming into his own as a leader) and Jason Kelce letting loose at the Kansas City Chiefs game (and how the Chiefs defense is still carrying that team through the playoffs).

Later, Charles and Marshall start to look ahead at the remaining playoff teams and how their offenses can game plan for the defenses they'll be facing. The duo start off by ranking the remaining four offensive lines (Ravens have the top unit), and what makes Trent Williams such a unique weapon along the offensive line. Charles and Marshall also discuss Brock Purdy and the discourse that's returned around his play, along with how offensive linemen prepare for elite defensive lines like we'll see in the NFC Championship Game this weekend. The defenses on the AFC Championship teams bring a different challenge, as both defensive coordinators bring exotic blitzes. Marshall walks through how offensive lines build a game plan and set protections when they don't know who's coming.

The hosts finish off the show by discussing the Green Bay Packers and their amazing season, as we're finally seeing the offense Matt LaFleur wants to run.

1:30 - Funniest stories from the weekend + Divisional Round takeaways

28:20 - Ranking the remaining playoff offensive lines

39:25 - NFC Championship gameplanning

51:10 - AFC Championship gameplanning

56:15 - Jordan Love, Matt LaFleur & the future of the Green Bay Packers

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Is Purdy a problem? Bills need big changes | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:57:39 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap each and every game from the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs as they give their instant reactions and takeaways and determine the ramifications for each team. Fitz and Frank start with the Baltimore Ravens turning on the jets in the second half against the Houston Texans, as they appear to be the best team in the NFL as of right now. The San Francisco 49ers pulled off an uninspiring win against the Green Bay Packers, as Brock Purdy had a rough game until coming through in the clutch on the final drive, which leads to a discussion around whether Brock Purdy is carrying the offense or vice versa. The Detroit Lions continue their magical run with a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, although Baker Mayfield put up an impressive fight and will likely get a large contract from the Bucs this offseason. Finally, the Kansas City Chiefs knock the Buffalo Bills out of the playoffs yet again, as Fitz thinks Buffalo will be forced to look in the mirror and make major changes this offseason to give themselves a real chance at getting over the hump.

Fitz and Frank react to the news that Antonio Pierce will remain the Las Vegas Raiders head coach before giving their Playoff Deliveries presented by Prime: Frank loved how Travis Kelce answered the call and delivered for his team this weekend, while Fitz goes off the rails and picks Jason Kelce, who appeared to enjoy the Chiefs win more than anyone.

3:45 - Houston Texans @ Baltimore Ravens

13:20 - Green Bay Packers @ San Francisco 49ers

23:45 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Detroit Lions

36:40 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Buffalo Bills

48:50 - Antonio Pierce is the Las Vegas Raiders head coach

52:20 - Playoff Deliveries presented by Prime

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Divisional Round preview: who's under the most pressure with Frank Schwab | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:45:57 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by his trusty sidekick Frank Schwab to preview every Divisional Round matchup. Fitz and Frank go game-by-game and decide which player or coach is under the most pressure to perform deep in the playoffs before giving their picks. Fitz and Frank discuss Lamar Jackson and whether his legacy is partially on the line against the Houston Texans, Kyle Shanahan and whether he can shake his playoff curse, the Detroit Lions and whether they can set themselves up to make history, the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen's sense of urgency to capitalize on his team's window and much more.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi, who gives his insight on the head coach hiring cycle, including how the interview process works with someone like Bill Belichick, what Nick Sirianni needs to do to save his job with the Philadelphia Eagles, why Mike McCarthy will remain head coach in Dallas and the latest on Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers.

5:45 - Houston Texans @ Baltimore Ravens

14:45 - Green Bay Packers @ San Franscisco 49ers

23:30 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Detroit Lions

31:25 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Buffalo Bills

45:30 - Michael Lombardi on the head coach hiring cycle

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Mike McCarthy, Bill Belichick & more head coach hiring cycle news | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 23:53:47 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes and give the how and why on the latest news around the NFL. The head coach hiring cycle is in full swing, and the trio kick things off by discussing Jori and Charles' upcoming piece on the best and worst head coach vacancies around the NFL. The consensus is that Carolina is the worst, while Philadelphia and Dallas would be the best should they open up. That leads to a conversation around Nick Sirianni and Mike McCarthy, and whether the two NFC East coaches are safe or not (and whether they should be). Charles strongly believes Bill Belichick would not be a good fit in Dallas, but would be in Atlanta.

Jim Harbaugh interviewed with the Los Angeles Chargers, and Charles and Jori are both fairly sure he will return to the NFL this offseason given the rumors coming out of Michigan. The Chargers and the Atlanta Falcons appear to be the frontrunners.

New England Patriots Head Coach Jerod Mayo had his first press conference, and Jori had some key takeaways, including the fact that Mayo had it written in his contract that he would succeed Belichick (which is very rare). Charles was impressed with Robert Kraft's clear vote of confidence in Mayo going forward.

00:55 - Is this head coach pool different than previous years?

9:15 - Best & worst head coach vacancies

20:20 - Future of Philadelphia Eagles & Dallas Cowboys

44:35 - Will Jim Harbaugh be an NFL coach this year?

46:55 - Jerod Mayo & the New England Patriots

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Ranking Divisional Round offenses & defenses with Nate Tice | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:01:04 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Nate Tice to give their thoughts on Super Wild Card Weekend before ranking the top four remaining offensive and defensive units in the NFL playoffs ahead of the Divisional Round.

Charles and Nate start off with their thoughts on last weekend's games, including what's wrong with the Philadelphia Eagles and what's next for QB Jalen Hurts, what happened to the Dallas Cowboys and how much Dak Prescott is to blame and Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers coming alive.

Next, Charles gives his thoughts on the rumors that Bill Belichick could be the next head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, and why Arthur Blank seems so set on bringing in the legendary head coach.

Charles and Nate spend the second half of the show ranking the top offenses and defenses left in the playoffs. Things are more clear-cut on defense, as both agree on the Baltimore Ravens, Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Offense is where things get tough, as almost every team has an argument, but the duo agree that the San Francisco 49ers are the top unit and disagree from there.

4:40 - What went wrong for the Philadelphia Eagles

15:05 - Dallas Cowboys vs. Green Bay Packers recap

27:20 - Bill Belichick to the Atlanta Falcons?

34:55 - Top four offenses & defenses in the playoffs

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Eagles take worse loss of the weekend, Bills will host Mahomes | Sunday (Monday) Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:58:10 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces on a rare Monday edition of Sunday Night Blitz to recap Monday's playoff games, as the Buffalo Bills blew out the Pittsburgh Steelers at home and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shock the world and decisively beat the Philadelphia Eagles.

Fitz and Frank start with the Eagles' devastating loss and what it means for their future, as coaching changes may be on the horizon. Next, the duo discuss the Bills taking care of business against the Steelers as they prepare to face Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs at home next week.

Fitz and Frank finish off the show with discussion over how to rank the remaining playoff quarterbacks, thoughts on the upcoming divisional games and Bill Belichick interviewing with the Atlanta Falcons and how the head coach hiring cycle is taking shape.

00:50 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

12:15 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Buffalo Bills

22:15 - Bill Belichick interviews with the Atlanta Falcons

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Lions roar, Texans stampede, Cowboys cowboy | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 06:33:26 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap a wildly unpredictable start to Super Wild Card Weekend full of upsets and unexpected heroes.

The duo start off with the Sunday games and the Detroit Lions' curse-breaking victory over the Los Angeles Rams, as the Lions have provided every fan of a moribund NFL franchise with hope for the future. Earlier, the Green Bay Packers handed the Dallas Cowboys yet another devastating playoff loss, as Fitz and Frank aren't sure if Mike McCarthy OR Dak Prescott will survive the onslaught of fan pressure that's to come.

On Saturday, the Kansas City Chiefs got a gritty win against the Miami Dolphins, proving they're tougher than people give them credit for. The Dolphins were never able to adjust the cold and invite a lot of questions heading into the offseason. The Cleveland Browns fell to the Houston Texans 14-45, as Joe Flacco came back to Earth and C.J. Stroud asserted himself as a truly elite AFC quarterback. The Texans' one-year turnaround has been wild to watch, and they look like a team that's ready to keep it rolling deeper in the postseason.

Fitz and Frank will return to recap Monday's games on Monday night.

1:10 - Los Angeles Rams @ Detroit Lions

11:20 - Green Bay Packers @ Dallas Cowboys

26:50 - Miami Dolphins @ Kansas City Chiefs

35:20 - Cleveland Browns @ Houston Texans

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2024 Wild Card preview + Carroll and Belichick departures with Frank Schwab | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 21:24:24 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by his trusty sidekick Frank Schwab as the dynamic duo get ready for the first round of NFL playoff games this weekend. Fitz and Frank start off by reacting to the big news of the day: Pete Carroll and Bill Belichick are both no longer head coaches of their respective teams. The duo discuss the fallout of these moves and what could be next for the legendary coaches and their teams.

Next, Fitz and Frank preview every Wild Card game this weekend by asking one big question that will get answered by Monday night. The duo go back and forth on Joe Flacco's ceiling, Buffalo's ability to beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Los Angeles Rams and their matchup against the Detroit secondary, how bad the Philadelphia Eagles are and much more.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi, who gives his unique insight into the end of the Bill Belichick era in New England, as well as his thoughts on the Pete Carroll and Mike Vrabel departures.

00:55 - Pete Carroll, Nick Saban and Bill Belichick parting ways with their teams

13:30 - Cleveland Browns @ Houston Texans

20:55 - Miami Dolphins @ Kansas City Chiefs

28:45 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Buffalo Bills

33:15 - Green Bay Packers @ Dallas Cowboys

38:50 - Los Angeles Rams @ Detroit Lions

45:15 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

52:40 - Michael Lombardi on Bill Belichick, Pete Carroll and Mike Vrabel

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Best fit for every NFL head coach opening with Brett Kollmann | Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:30:34 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by host of the Bootleg Football podcast Brett Kollmann to talk through every head coach opening around the NFL and determine the best fit for each one. The duo start things off as always with some of the funniest stories from the weekend, including Arthur Smith's meltdown over the final play of the game against the New Orleans Saints, the Miami Dolphins finishing the season with only one win against a winning team (and a preview of their matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs this weekend), the Jacksonville Jaguar's epic choke job and the Carolina Panthers scoring zero points in the final two weeks of the season.

Charles and Brett use the Panthers as a jumping off point to discuss each and every head coach opening around the NFL as they play matchmaker and find the ideal head coach to fill each opening. The hosts discuss the Panthers, Tennessee Titans, New England Patriots (for Mike Vrabel specifically), Washington Commanders, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers and Atlanta Falcons.

3:40 - Arthur Smith gets upset at the New Orleans Saints

10:35 - Should Miami Dolphins fans be scared for Saturday's playoff game?

21:20 - Jacksonville Jaguars pull of the choke job of the year

30:40 - Where do the Carolina Panthers go from here?

39:35 - Best fit for every head coach opening

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What caused Mike Vrabel's shocking departure & more Black Monday news | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 9 Jan 2024 22:53:59 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to react to the biggest news to come out of the infamous Black Monday coaching changes as Jori and Charles give their insider analysis on what's going on behind the scenes. The trio start with the most surprising story: Mike Vrabel is no longer the head coach of the Tennessee Titans. The hosts discuss what went wrong in Nashville and Vrabel's future, which leads to a conversation around Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots.

Later, the hosts move on to the rest of the big coaching changes, including Arthur Smith parting ways with the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders firing Ron Rivera, as they discuss what the future of those organizations could look like. Fitz, Charles and Jori finish off the show with the coordinator changes by the New York Giants and Jacksonville Jaguars, and whether a coordinator change is enough change for those franchises.

1:25 - Mike Vrabel fired by the Tennessee Titans

20:45 - Vrabel's future & the New England Patriots

40:10 - Arthur Smith & Ron Rivera fired

50:20 - Coordinator changes: New York Giants and Jacksonville Jaguars

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Bills are officially scary, Eagles' total collapse, Cowboys get 2 seed | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Jan 2024 07:29:40 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap every game from the final week of regular season action around the NFL and give their immediate reactions and takeaways as we look ahead to Wild Card weekend. Fitz and Frank start by highlighting some of the most important outcomes, including the Buffalo Bills taking the AFC East, the Houston Texans winning the AFC South, the Green Bay Packers making the playoffs, the Dallas Cowboys getting the 2 seed and the Philadelphia Eagles continuing to look like a bad football team.

Later, Fitz and Frank cover each and every Week 18 game, as they go back and forth on the Jacksonville Jaguars' meltdown, the Atlanta Falcons and the firing of Arthur Smith, Antonio Pierce showing up big once again and much more.

The duo finish off the show by doing a rapid Wild Card preview. Fitz and Frank discuss their expectations for the first round of playoff games next weekend.

00:55 - Buffalo Bills @ Miami Dolphins

9:40 - Houston Texans @ Indianapolis Colts

14:20 - Chicago Bears @ Green Bay Packers

20:20 - Dallas Cowboys @ Washington Commanders

24:55 - Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants

31:05 - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tennessee Titans

34:55 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens

36:20 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Carolina Panthers

38:10 - Cleveland Browns @ Cincinnati Bengals

38:45 - Minnesota Vikings @ Detroit Lions

40:50 - New York Jets @ New England Patriots

42:35 - Atlanta Falcons @ New Orleans Saints

49:30 - Denver Broncos @ Las Vegas Raiders

53:05 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Los Angeles Chargers

54:15 - Seattle Seahawks @ Arizona Cardinals

55:55 - Los Angeles Rams @ San Francisco 49ers

57:20 - Rapid fire Wild Card games preview

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Spiciest offseason predictions with Mike Golic Jr. | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Jan 2024 19:18:43 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by friend of the show Mike Golic Jr. to give their spiciest predictions for the offseason and the 2024 NFL Draft. The dynamic duo give their wildest predictions for the New England Patriots and Bill Belichick, the Washington Commanders, Las Vegas Raiders, Buffalo Bills, the future of the Kelce brothers, Ryan Tannehill and Russell Wilson and the quarterbacks and receivers in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Later, Fitz is joined by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi to dive into what to expect from Week 18 of NFL action. The two start off by discussing Matt Eberflus and Bill Belichick and their futures with their respective teams before going back and forth on who deserves the playoffs more in the NFC and AFC playoff races and how we often cover Week 18 incorrectly.

2:30 - Spiciest offseason predictions with Mike Golic Jr.

29:20 - 2024 NFL Draft predictions

41:55 - Michael Lombardi on the future of Matt Eberflus and Bill Belichick

47:25 - Week 18 preview with Michael Lombardi

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Is this Cowboys team different? + League sources on the officiating crisis | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 Jan 2024 22:49:14 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes on the biggest storylines around the NFL. The hosts kick things off with the officiating crisis around the NFL following the disastrous outcome of Saturday's game featuring the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys, as Jori weighs in on how league sources feel about the current crisis, and what they believe needs to be changed. The trio go through some possible solutions for the problem and what it would take NFL ownership to fix it.

Charles wrote a piece on the Dallas Cowboys and how they've benefitted from some good fortune this year, and the hosts discuss whether or not the Cowboys can be trusted to finally win playoff games – even with home field advantage.

Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Jonathan Gannon insisted the team is sticking with Kyler Murray as their quarterback next year – is this a smokescreen or is he telling the truth? Charles is inclined to believe him and believes the Cardinals are moving in the right direction. They are set up very well in the draft this year if they don't take a quarterback.

Finally, the college football National Championship game could have huge implications for the 2024 NFL Draft, as the better player in this game between Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy could end up deciding who is the fourth quarterback off the board in the upcoming draft.

1:30 - League sources on the NFL officiating crisis

30:10 - Are the Dallas Cowboys ready for a deep playoff run?

42:05 - Is Kyler Murray the future of the Arizona Cardinals?

53:35 - QB4 in the 2024 NFL Draft: Michael Penix Jr. vs. J.J. McCarthy

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How confident are we in each playoff team? with Seth Galina | Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 2 Jan 2024 19:09:38 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by PFF's Senior Football Analyst and the greatest flag football quarterback in Canada Seth Galina to cover the funniest stories from NFL Week 17 and decide how confident they are in each playoff team and their quarterback. Charles and Seth cover David Tepper tossing a drink on a fan after the most recent Carolina Panthers loss, the massive blown call on Saturday night which could have huge implications for the Dallas Cowboys and the NFC East and the Pittsburgh Steelers quietly benching Kenny Pickett in favor of Mason Rudolph.

Later, the duo move on discussing each playoff team and how confident they are in the team as a whole and their quarterback. Charles and Seth go back and forth on the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Los Angeles Rams, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs and Cleveland Browns.

2:55 - David Tepper loses his cool

9:10 - Refs blow the call on Saturday night

17:30 - Pittsburgh Steelers bench Kenny Pickett

23:55 - NFC playoff team confidence levels

46:20 - AFC playoff team confidence levels

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One bad call decided the NFC East? Playoff clinchers, David Tepper throws a drink | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 Jan 2024 04:21:13 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap an absolutely bonkers Week 17 of NFL action. The dynamic duo start off by highlighting some of the more intriguing games from the weekend, including the massive officiating blunder on Saturday night that potentially decided the NFC East in favor of the Dallas Cowboys, the Baltimore Ravens' dominating victory over the Miami Dolphins and the Philadelphia Eagles' tragic meltdown at the end of this season culminating in a loss to the Arizona Cardinals. The duo also address David Tepper throwing a drink on a Jacksonville Jaguars fan during the Carolina Panthers' loss, and Fitz and Frank discuss what's a suitable punishment for an NFL owner – who should be held to an even higher standard than players and coaches.

Later, Fitz and Frank discuss each and every game from the Sunday slate, as they go back and forth on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Mason Rudolph impressing, the Chicago Bears and what to do with Justin Fields, the Denver Broncos' first game without Russell Wilson and much more.

1:10 - Detroit Lions @ Dallas Cowboys

12:05 - Miami Dolphins @ Baltimore Ravens

20:20 - Arizona Cardinals @ Philadelphia Eagles

27:45 - Carolina Panthers @ Jacksonville jaguars

34:05 - Tennessee Titans @ Houston Texans

35:55 - Las Vegas Raiders @ Indianapolis Colts

37:45 - New England Patriots @ Buffalo Bills

39:20 - New Orleans Saints @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

41:05 - Atlanta Falcons @ Chicago Bears

44:35 - Los Angeles Rams @ New York Giants

46:50 - San Francisco 49ers @ Washington Commanders

47:55 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Seattle Seahawks

51:20 - Los Angeles Chargers @ Denver Broncos

54:40 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Kansas City Chiefs

57:55 - Green Bay Packers @ Minnesota Vikings

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New Year's resolutions for playoff teams with Mina Kimes | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 23:23:26 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes to cap off the last week of 2023 as we prepare for Week 17 of NFL action. Fitz and Mina start off by discussing the Russell Wilson benching, what went wrong in Denver and Russ' potential future as a starting NFL quarterback. Fitz and Mina also discuss how weird 2023 has been for the quarterback position and which teams could consider themselves a mid-level quarterback away from deep playoff contention.

Next, the duo dive into some New Year's resolutions for playoff teams, as they analyze what the NFL's playoff contenders need to be focused on improving about themselves over the next few weeks to make it to the Super Bowl. Fitz and Mina highlight the Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi, and the duo have a lot to get to as they get a front office perspective on the latest news of the week. Fitz and Michael cover the Russell Wilson benching and how that works in a front office, quarterback contracts and how much is too much (do you give Brock Purdy $50M when it's time?) and their year-end awards for both coach of the year and GM of the year.

00:55 - Is Russell Wilson still a starting QB?

15:05 - New Year's resolutions for playoff teams

25:40 - Russell Wilson benching & the future of QB contracts

45:30 - Year-end awards for head coach and GM

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Inside the Broncos benching Russell Wilson, New Year's panic meter | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 23:20:36 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to peel back the curtain on the latest storylines around the NFL. The trio start by giving a behind-the-scenes look into the Denver Broncos front office, as the news broke today that QB Russell Wilson is being benched for financial reasons. Charles and Jori give insight into who inside the building is making this call, what the future of the Broncos under Sean Payton will look like and Russell's future as an NFL quarterback.

Next, the hosts discuss the Cleveland Browns and Joe Flacco's magical season, as the team is on fire heading into the playoffs. Can a loaded roster rally around their veteran quarterback and make noise in the postseason?

Finally, Jori, Charles and Fitz finish off the show by celebrating the New Year and deciding which teams have dropped the ball as the ball drops by discussing the San Francisco 49ers and Brock Purdy, the Kansas City Chiefs (and whether or not Antonio Pierce will keep the Las Vegas Raiders job) and what to make of the Dallas Cowboys at this point in the season.

00:45 - What Russell Wilson's benching means for the Denver Broncos

35:40 - Joe Flacco's magic continues for the Cleveland Browns

51:05 - New Year's panic meter: San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs and Dallas Cowboys

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Which teams are true Super Bowl contenders, Xmas games takeaways with Frank Schwab | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:17:02 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Yahoo Sports' very own Frank Schwab as the two go back and forth and give their biggest takeaways from the three wild Christmas Day NFL games and attempt to determine which teams are true Super Bowl contenders. Charles and Frank kick things off with some funny stories from the weekend, including the New England Patriots beating the Denver Broncos in what could end up being a total disaster for their draft position and Las Vegas Raiders CB Jack Jones snatching a football away from a small child after his interception.

Next, Charles and Frank recap each of the Christmas Day games and give their analysis on the Raiders' big win, the Philadelphia Eagles barely beating the New York Giants and the Baltimore Ravens putting the league on notice.

The duo finish off the show by discussing Frank's latest power rankings and which top teams should consider themselves true Super Bowl contenders.

3:10 - Funniest stories from the weekend

13:10 - Las Vegas Raiders defeat the Kansas City Chiefs

24:50 - Philadelphia Eagles defeat the New York Giants

32:15 - Baltimore Ravens defeat the San Francisco 49ers

43:35 - Frank's power rankings & true Super Bowl contenders

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Lions make history, Tua beats Dak, legend of Joe Flacco | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 07:03:53 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap all the Christmas Eve NFL action from Sunday and give their instant takeaways and analysis. Fitz and Frank start off by highlighting the biggest games of the day, including the Miami Dolphins defeating the Dallas Cowboys, Joe Flacco and the Cleveland Browns showing that they're contenders and the Detroit Lions winning a division for the first time since 1993.

Next, the dynamic duo move on to recapping the rest of Saturday and Sunday's games one by one, as Fitz and Frank go back and forth on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their win streak, the New York Jets and whether jobs should be on the line, a disappointing showing from the Indianapolis Colts and more. The hosts finish off the show by giving their expectations for the Christmas Day games.

4:55 - Dallas Cowboys @ Miami Dolphins

11:40 - Cleveland Browns @ Houston Texans

19:05 - Detroit Lions @ Minnesota Vikings

26:30 - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

32:55 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Pittsburgh Steelers

37:40 - Buffalo Bills @ Los Angeles Chargers

40:10 - Seattle Seahawks @ Tennessee Titans

42:35 - Washington Commanders @ New York Jets

45:45 - Green Bay Packers @ Carolina Panthers

47:25 - Arizona Cardinals @ Chicago Bears

50:50 - Indianapolis Colts @ Atlanta Falcons

55:05 - Christmas Day games preview

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9 players not named Caleb Williams or Drake Maye to know before the NFL Draft | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 23:00:01 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by NFL Draft expert Connor Rogers as the duo do an early deep dive into the 2024 NFL Draft. Fitz and Connor spend some time discussing Connor's New York Jets and who's to blame for their utter failure of a season (Joe Douglas?) before diving into this year's loaded draft class. Fitz and Connor discuss the two uber-talent wide receivers, Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye (and how the top three picks will shake out) and more before finishing off with a few of their favorite prospects to watch for in the first round.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by the great Michael Lombardi to get a former GM's perspective on the latest stories around the NFL. Fitz and Michael go back and forth on the Buffalo Bills and whether they could still win the AFC East, the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Dolphins facing off this weekend in a battle of good-not-great and why Brock Purdy deserves the MVP award.

2:45 - Who's to blame for the New York Jets' disappointing season?

6:50 - 2024 NFL Draft preview

33:35 - Favorite prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft

47:05 - Michael Lombardi on the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys vs. Miami Dolphins and Brock Purdy for MVP

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GMs weigh in on the Justin Fields decision, inside the MVP race | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 21:28:42 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes on the biggest storylines around the NFL. The trio start with the Philadelphia Eagles' coaching changes on defense, as they now have Matt Patricia as de facto defensive coordinator. Were the Eagles right to make big changes despite their great record? In other news, potential coach of the year candidates DeMeco Ryans and Kevin Stefanski face off this weekend, both with backup quarterbacks. Jim Harbaugh has been linked to the Los Angeles Chargers, and the trio discuss what they're hearing as far as whether or not the coaching legend will return to the NFL.

Jori and Charles are two of the 50 voters for MVP this season, and Fitz picks their brain over who is in the lead, whether a non-quarterback has a shot and Brock Purdy vs. Christian McCaffrey.

The hosts finish things off with a discussion around the Chicago Bears and their looming decision at quarterback. Charles spoke with thirteen NFL general managers to get their thoughts, and the general consensus is that the Bears should move on and take Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. But is there anything Justin Fields could do to change their mind?

00:50 - Philadelphia Eagles coaching changes

15:15 - DeMeco Ryans vs. Kevin Stefanski

21:05 - Jim Harbaugh returns to the NFL?

27:20 - Who's the 2024 MVP?

48:30 - Chicago Bears' looming QB decision

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Where do the Jets go from here & more Week 15 takeaways with Quincy Enunwa | Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 19:25:35 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by former NFL wide receiver Quincy Enunwa to cover the biggest stories to come out of NFL Week 15. After laughing about the Tommy Devito pizzeria story, the duo dive into more pressing matters, including the Atlanta Falcons' awful loss to the Panthers, the Buffalo Bills' potential playoff push, teams eliminated from playoff contention, Joe Flacco and the year of the backup quarterback, the Philadelphia Eagles and their three-game tumble and Dameco Ryans' candidacy for coach of the year.

Later, Charles and Quincy discuss Quincy's former team, the New York Jets, and their future, as they determine what the ceiling is for the team next season with Aaron Rodgers returning. Charles and Quincy also go back and forth on Quincy's top wide receivers in the NFL, the mistakes that reporters make when covering the game of football and Quincy's inside perspective on handling the media as a player.

4:55 - Atlanta Falcons lost 7-9

10:45 - Are the Buffalo Bills about go on a run?

15:10 - Teams eliminated from the playoffs

18:05 - Joe Flacco & the year of the backup quarterback

23:25 - Is the sky falling for the Philadelphia Eagles?

27:05 - Dameco Ryans for coach of the year

30:55 - What's the real problem with the New York Jets?

43:55 - Quincy's top wide receivers

48:25 - Handling the media as a former player

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New top dog in the AFC, Baker Mayfield is a franchise QB | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:16:03 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap Week 15 of NFL action, which saw the entire playoff race shift dramatically. Fitz and Frank highlight the Baltimore Ravens and their dominance on Sunday night, the Buffalo Bills and their return from the dead – as they seem to be picking up steam late in the season – and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield's unbelievable career resurgence.

Later, Fitz and Frank recap each and every game from Saturday and Sunday's NFL action, as they discuss Jake Browning continuing his hot start for the Cincinnati Bengals, Joe Flacco's big comeback win, the Atlanta Falcons' collapse, the top contenders in a tight MVP race and much more.

The dynamic duo finish off the show with a preview of Monday's matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Seattle Seahawks.

2:25 - Baltimore Ravens @ Jacksonville Jaguars

11:50 - Dallas Cowboys @ Buffalo Bills

22:30 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Green Bay Packers

28:50 - Minnesota Vikings @ Cincinnati Bengals

32:15 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Indianapolis Colts

37:25 - Denver Broncos @ Detroit Lions

38:35 - Chicago Bears @ Cleveland Browns

42:55 - Houston Texans @ Tennessee Titans

46:30 - New York Jets @ Miami Dolphins

48:30 - Kansas City Chiefs @ New England Patriots

50:35 - New York Giants @ New Orleans Saints

51:35 - Atlanta Falcons @ Carolina Panthers

54:05 - Washington Commanders @ Los Angeles Rams

54:55 - San Francisco 49ers @ Arizona Cardinals

59:25 - MNF Preview: Philadelphia Eagles @ Seattle Seahawks

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Solving the NFL's officiating crisis with Dean Blandino | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:57:37 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by FOX Sports Rules Analyst and former NFL VP of Officiating Dean Blandino to get to the bottom of the massive outcry around NFL officiating right now. The duo discuss the Kadarius Toney offsides penalty from Sunday, what's causing the general outrage over officiating, how NFL officials do their jobs, potential solutions to the NFL's officiating problem, rule changes they'd like to see and much more.

Later, Fitz is joined by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi to dive into the biggest storylines of the week. Fitz and Michael talk about the Las Vegas Raiders and whether or not Antonio Pierce should have benched Aidan O'Connell in the disastrous loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Bill Belichick and what he still has to offer to his next team and the Los Angeles Chargers and what they need to do to build around Justin Herbert this offseason.

1:35 - The NFL's officiating problem

23:30 - Potential solutions to the problem, plus rule changes we'd like to see

38:20 - Michael Lombardi joins the show to talk Las Vegas Raiders, Bill Belichick and the Los Angeles Chargers

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Patriots' next head coach, owners meetings takeaways | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 04:41:20 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporter Charles Robinson to go behind the scenes and get the inside scoop on the latest stories around the NFL, and later, Charles talks to senior NFL reporter Jori Epstein to get the latest from the NFL owner's meetings in Dallas.

Fitz and Charles discuss the report that Bill Belichick will be fired at the end of the season as they look at the future of both Belichick and the New England Patriots. Could Mike Vrabel be the guy for the job? Justin Herbert is out for the season with a hand injury, and Easton Stick will be the starter this week. After another failed season, where will the Los Angeles Chargers go from here?

Later, Charles and Jori give their takeaways from the NFL owner's meetings, as Jori recaps Roger Goodell's comments on officiating and the Kadarius Toney's offsides penalty from Sunday, and Charles calls for the NFL to take the gray area out of asking an official if you're lined up properly. The duo also discuss the expansion of international games and the NFL adding a game in Brazil, the potential change to rule around fumbling the ball out of the endzone and Super Bowl 61 being played in Los Angeles.

00:55 - Bill Belichick and the future of the New England Patriots

29:05 - Justin Herbert is out for the season

37:50 - NFL owner's meetings

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Solving the Chiefs wide receiver crisis with Conor Orr | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:22:02 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Sports Illustrated's Conor Orr to discuss some of their big takeaways from NFL Week 14. Charles and Conor start off with the Chicago Bears and their season turning around before our eyes. The duo discuss what they might do at the quarterback position and Justin Fields' trade value. Next, the hosts analyze Zach Wilson's big game and whether or not they have any faith it'll be repeated. The NFC South is a total dumpster fire, and Charles breaks down each team and their realistic chance to win the division and how they'd fare in the playoffs.

Next, Conor gives his thoughts on the Kansas City Chiefs and their crisis at the wide receiver position. Charles and Conor give their thoughts on how to solve their lack of talent at the skill positions and what needs to change both this season and going into next year to help Patrick Mahomes.

Finally, the hosts answer some voicemails from the listeners, as they discuss Tua Tagovailoa's contract extension, the Atlanta Falcons and how to fix them and pre-snap motion and whether or not motion as the ball is snapped should be eliminated from the game.

5:10 - The Chicago Bears are trending upward

18:55 - Zach Wilson's big game

28:10 - The NFC South is a dumpster fire

39:50 - Solving the Kansas City Chiefs WR crisis

53:05 - Answering listener voicemails

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Cowboys make things interesting, Mahomes meltdown | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:35:23 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant takeaways from a bizarre week of football, as the duo react to each and every game from the NFL Week 14 Sunday slate. The duo start by discussing Fitz' nightmare experience witnessing his Las Vegas Raiders get shutout at home and what it means for both teams and their defunct offenses. Fitz and Frank also highlight the ending of the Sunday night game (and Patrick Mahomes' surprising reaction), the Dallas Cowboys' dominance over the Philadelphia Eagles and what it means for the NFC and the Detroit Lions appearing MIA against the Chicago Bears.

Later, Fitz and Frank react to the rest of the Sunday slate, as they have discussions around Joe Flacco's unbelievable performance, Brock Purdy's legitimacy as an MVP candidate, Zach Wilson's comeback game, a wacky NFC South race and much more.

The dynamic duo finish off the show with their bold predictions for the doubleheader on Monday night, as Fitz predicts a huge game from Tyreek Hill, and Frank thinks the New York Giants pull off the upset against the Green Bay Packers.

00:50 - Minnesota Vikings @ Las Vegas Raiders

5:55 - Buffalo Bills @ Kansas City Chiefs

16:20 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys

23:55 - Detroit Lions @ Chicago Bears

30:50 - Los Angeles Rams @ Baltimore Ravens

34:05 - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Cleveland Browns

37:50 - Indianapolis Colts @ Cincinnati Bengals

41:10 - Houston Texans @ New York Jets

45:40 - Carolina Panthers @ New Orleans Saints

51:10 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Atlanta Falcons

53:40 - Seattle Seahawks @ San Francisco 49ers

57:10 - Denver Broncos @ Los Angeles Chargers

1:00:50 - MNF Preview: Green Bay Packers @ New York Giants & Tennessee Titans @ Miami Dolphins

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Fixing the worst NFL franchises with Kevin Clark | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 7 Dec 2023 22:28:25 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by This Is Football host Kevin Clark, as the duo assume their alter egos and become Mr. Fix It. Fitz and Kevin run through some of the most abysmal NFL franchises and give clear 1-2 year plans to take teams from the bottom of the draft to playoff contention. The duo make a plan to fix the New England Patriots, Washington Commanders, Chicago Bears, Las Vegas Raiders, Tennessee Titans, New York Giants, Carolina Panthers, Los Angeles Chargers, Thursday Night Football and the Buffalo Bills.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi to discuss the most underrated storylines of the week. The duo dive into the Miami Dolphins' criminally underrated defense and Vic Fangio's impact, the New York Jets and whether or not they'll blow it up after the season, which teams are ready for bad weather football and Justin Fields' development as a quarterback.

3:10 - Fixing the Patriots

9:50 - Fixing the Commanders

13:30 - Fixing the Bears

18:10 - Fixing the Raiders

22:20 - Fixing the Titans

25:35 - Fixing the Giants

29:15 - Fixing the Panthers

31:05 - Fixing the Chargers

32:30 - Fixing Thursday Night Football

36:40 - Fixing the Bills

44:45 - Michael Lombardi joins the show

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Dak Prescott's contract talks, Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 6 Dec 2023 22:27:39 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein as they go behind the scenes and attempt to get to the bottom of the latest storylines around the NFL. The hosts start with the news that Zach Wilson will be the starting quarterback of the New York Jets once again, and the hosts agree it's time we all stop talking about the Jets – they are who they are at this point in the season.

Next, Fitz, Charles and Jori dive into the AFC playoff race, as the news of Trevor Lawrence's ankle injury makes the race for the first seed even more complicated. All agree that the Kansas City Chiefs' historic streak of home playoff games is especially important to maintain for them this season.

Later, Charles has talked to scouts and people in NFL front offices on the projected top two picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, Caleb Williams and Drake Maye, and he breaks down what he's hearing as far as how the two prospects are seen by NFL organizations on and off the field.

The Dallas Cowboys face off against the Philadelphia Eagles this week in a game that has huge implications for the NFC, and the trio break down the potential ramifications of the news that Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy has appendicitis. Charles and Jori give insight into Dak Prescott's upcoming contract negotiations, as he appears to hold all of the leverage.

00:40 - Zach Wilson will start once again for the New York Jets

11:50 - AFC playoff race: can the Kansas City Chiefs get the first seed again?

18:40 - Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye

30:55 - Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles preview

43:40 - Dak Prescott's contract negotiations and the Cowboys' future

54:05 - Did the San Francisco 49ers create a blueprint on how to beat Philadelphia?

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The real NFL MVP, AFC playoff race predictions with Tony Calatayud | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 5 Dec 2023 19:09:02 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Tony Calatayud of the Dan LeBetard Show to dive into their takeaways from Week 13 and attempt to get to the bottom of the some of the biggest questions around the NFL this week. Charles and Tony start things off with some funny storylines from the weekend, including Zach Wilson's reluctance to start again for the New York Jets and the Philadelphia Eagles head of security getting himself and Dre Greenlaw ejected from Sunday's game.

Next, the duo dive into the field of contenders for MVP in an especially weird year. While Brock Purdy is the odds-on favorite currently, neither agree he truly deserves the award (and neither does Jalen Hurts). Both agree Tyreek Hill is the most deserving, but can a non-quarterback win the MVP in 2023? Charles also believes Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen is the most deserving of the Coach of the Year award currently.

Later, Charles and Tony take a look at the AFC playoff race and decide who they have more trust in between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Kansas City Chiefs coming off bad losses, and who they'd be more scared to face in the playoffs between the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins.

1:15 - Zach Wilson reluctant to start for the New York Jets again?

12:10 - "Big Dom" gets himself and Dre Greenlaw ejected

19:05 - Who's the true MVP of the NFL?

48:10 - Shane Steichen for Coach of the Year

52:10 - AFC playoff race talk

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49ers are top dog, Packers are scary, first overall pick race | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Dec 2023 07:34:38 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab react to every game from the Week 13 NFL Sunday slate as they attempt to get ahead of the biggest storylines of the week and give their instant analysis to every game. Fitz and Frank start off by highlighting a wild Sunday night game, where Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers made a statement that they are to be taken seriously in a tight NFC Wild Card race. The San Francisco 49ers left no doubt that they should be atop everyone's power rankings this week and the race for the first overall pick is heating up with the Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots both refusing to win games.

Later, Fitz and Frank react to each and every game from the weekend, highlighting the Los Angeles Rams on a win streak and staying in the playoff hunt, C.J. Stroud and the rest of the AFC South continuing to outperform expectations, Tyreek Hill for MVP (again) and much more.

The dynamic duo finish off the episode by looking ahead to the Monday night game, as the Jacksonville Jaguars will attempt to keep rolling against a Joe Burrow-less Cincinnati Bengals.

00:50 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Green Bay Packers

13:35 - San Francisco 49ers @ Philadelphia Eagles

23:40 - Los Angeles Chargers @ New England Patriots

29:10 - Arizona Cardinals @ Pittsburgh Steelers

32:50 - Carolina Panthers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

35:50 - Detroit Lions @ New Orleans Saints

38:05 - Atlanta Falcons @ New York Jets

40:15 - Denver Broncos @ Houston Texans

43:45 - Indianapolis Colts @ Tennessee Titans

48:40 - Cleveland Browns @ Los Angeles Rams

52:10 - Miami Dolphins @ Washington Commanders

56:40 - MNF Preview: Cincinnati Bengals @ Jacksonville Jaguars

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Grading quarterback/head coach combos with Nate Tice | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:48:46 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by quarterback expert and host of the Athletic Football Show Nate Tice to give a unique perspective on how we rank and grade quarterbacks by adding their head coach/playcaller into the equation. Fitz and Nate go through the current playoff bracket and give letter grades for each and every quarterback and head coach combo and determine who deserves more of the credit pie. The duo also discuss some fringe playoff contenders and some of the more interesting combos on bad teams.

Later, Fitz is joined by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi to discuss David Tepper's ownership style and the future of the Carolina Panthers, Brandon Staley and whether it's time for the Los Angeles Chargers to move on and how a quarterback's likability in the locker room can indirectly define their success.

1:25 - Grading head coach/quarterback combos from playoff teams

21:20 - Grading head coach/quarterback combos from fringe playoff teams and teams that suck

53:50 - Michael Lombardi on the Panthers, Chargers and the importance of quarterback likability

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Aaron Rodgers returns, Frank Reich firing & future of the Panthers | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 22:19:02 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes of the Frank Reich firing as they attempt to get to the root of the issues that have been plaguing the Panthers over the last few years. The trio discuss what led to Reich not making it through his first season, Bryce Young's future and how the Carolina Panthers plan to build around their young quarterback and how owner David Tepper needs to adjust his leadership style for the sake of the organization.

Later, Fitz, Charles and Jori react to the breaking news that Aaron Rodgers has been designated to return to practice and cleared for "functional football activity." After expressing disbelief at how quickly Rodgers has recovered, the trio analyze why Rodgers is attempting to make this daring comeback and what has to go right for the New York Jets this season to make this work.

The hosts finish off the show by discussing LB Shaq Leonard, his confusing release and some potential landing spots, as well as Dan Quinn and his market for head coaching opportunities this offseason.

00:40 - Inside the Carolina Panthers & the Frank Reich firing

38:40 - Aaron Rodgers miraculously returns to practice

51:30 - Shaq Leonard's odd release & potential landing spots

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Steven Ruiz defends his quarterback rankings | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:12:12 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by the Ringer's Steven Ruiz to react to the firing of Panthers Head Coach Frank Reich, their takeaways from Week 12 of the NFL and Steven's infamous quarterback rankings. The duo start off with the Frank Reich firing as they discuss the future of the Panthers organization and how they can support Bryce Young, who looks completely overwhelmed on the field right now.

Next, Charles and Steven dive into their takeaways from Week 12. Discourse has emerged around Josh Allen and Justin Herbert due to their disappointing seasons thus far, but Charles steps in to defend both quarterbacks, who are actually having great seasons. Charles and Steven discuss how we might be overrating how important interceptions are to measuring quarterback play.

Later, Steven defends the latest edition of his quarterback rankings, as the duo debate over Justin Herbert at #2, C.J. Stroud at #15, Brock Purdy towards the bottom, Sam Howell at #24 and Derek Carr in the middle of the pack.

00:50 - Carolina Panthers fire Frank Reich

18:15 - Week 12 takeaways: Josh Allen, Justin Herbert & more

33:10 - Steven defends his QB rankings: Justin Herbert

38:50 - Should C.J. Stroud be higher?

48:00 - Is it time to give Brock Purdy his respect? (no)

55:05 - Sam Howell & Derek Carr

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Eagles are clutch, Texans doink it, is Justin Herbert elite? | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:28:41 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap Week 12 of NFL action game by game as they dive into the biggest storylines and takeaways to come out of Sunday's games. The duo start by highlighting the Eagles' big win over the Bills and Jalen Hurts' clutch gene, the Jaguars' victory over the Texans in a potential AFC South-deciding matchup and the Broncos' win over the Browns to make five straight wins for Russell Wilson and company.

Next, Fitz and Frank do a lightning round recap of the Thanksgiving and Black Friday games, as the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins all made it out with wins (and the New York Jets look broken).

Later, the dynamic duo recap each and every game from Sunday and give their key takeaways. Kenny Pickett and the Steelers offense look refreshed, the Raiders hung in there but can't seem to respond to other teams' adjustments, Frank thinks it's time to start asking questions about Justin Herbert and much more.

Finally, Fitz and Frank finish things off by previewing the Monday night matchup between the Bears and Vikings.

1:55 - Buffalo Bills @ Philadelphia Eagles

9:40 - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Houston Texans

14:25 - Cleveland Browns @ Denver Broncos

20:15 - Takeaways from the Thanksgiving games

31:15 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Indianapolis Colts

35:50 - Carolina Panthers @ Tennessee Titans

39:05 - New England Patriots @ New York Giants

43:15 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cincinnati Bengals

47:20 - New Orleans Saints @ Atlanta Falcons

49:50 - Los Angeles Rams @ Arizona Cardinals

50:50 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Las Vegas Raiders

54:35 - Baltimore Ravens @ Los Angeles Chargers

59:10 - Chicago Bears @ Minnesota Vikings preview

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Thanksgiving special with Mike Golic Jr. | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by friend of the show Mike Golic Jr. to celebrate Thanksgiving with some shenanigans, as the duo create player comps with Thanksgiving food by comparing NFL players and coaches to the best Thanksgiving dishes. Happy holidays!

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Thanksgiving panic meter: Chiefs, Dolphins, Brandon Staley | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 22:05:38 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes and get the inside scoop on the biggest NFL storylines of the week. Fitz and Jori kick things off with the New York Jets announcing that Zach Wilson is benched and Tim Boyle will be the starter going forward. Although Wilson showed improvement, both agree this is a move that needed to be made. The Pittsburgh Steelers fired OC Matt Canada, which will allow them to properly evaluate Kenny Pickett.

Next, Fitz and Jori dive into a Thanksgiving edition of Panic Meter, as they determine whether or not it's time to panic about C.J. Stroud, the Kansas City Chiefs and their fatal flaws, the Philadelphia Eagles, the AFC playoff picture, the Miami Dolphins, the Washington Commanders and Ron Rivera and Brandon Staley.

3:30 - Zach Wilson is benched; Tim Boyle is the new starter in New York

12:10 - Steelers fire OC Matt Canada

19:55 - Is C.J. Stroud coming back to Earth?

21:50 - Do the Chiefs have a fatal flaw?

27:35 - Why don't the Eagles look quite right?

29:55 - The AFC is weaker than we all expected

36:55 - Is Ron Rivera's job on the line on Thursday?

44:15 - Is this season over for the Los Angeles Chargers?

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Does the Matt Canada firing fix the Steelers? with Frank Schwab | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:05:48 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Frank Schwab to give their takeaways from Week 11 of the NFL season and react to the latest news around the league. The duo dive into the benching of Zach Wilson, the Bears blowing a huge lead late and what Justin Fields has to do to keep the job next season, Patrick Mahomes' receivers letting him down once again on Monday night and the return of Desmond Ridder.

Next, Charles and Frank react to the firing of Steelers OC Matt Canada as they attempt to determine how much of the blame pie Canada deserves for Pittsburgh's offensive struggles. Both agree Kenny Pickett is showing he's not the guy at quarterback. Charles also announces the breaking news that Colts LB Shaq Leonard is being released, and the hosts discuss the odd timing and some potential landing spots if he becomes available.

Finally, the duo celebrate the holiday week by each giving something they're thankful for. Charles is thankful for Brock Purdy and the 49ers for putting out one of the prettiest offensive products we've seen in years when at full strength. Frank is thankful for the Lions being fun to watch and finally worth tuning into on Thanksgiving Day.

2:05 - Zach Wilson bowls over Robert Saleh on the sideline, gets benched

11:05 - Chicago Bears blow a big lead, but Justin Fields impresses

20:30 - Patrick Mahomes' receivers let him down again

28:30 - The return of Desmond Ridder

34:50 - Pittsburgh Steelers fire OC Matt Canada: can their offense be fixed?

42:55 - Breaking news: Shaq Leonard released by the Indianapolis Colts

49:30 - What we're thankful for: the San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions

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Are the Broncos good? Lions impress, Steelers need changes | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:33:32 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to recap NFL Week 11 and get ahead of the biggest storylines to come out of a bizarre Sunday slate. The dynamic duo start by highlighting a few of the bigger outcomes, including the Broncos crawling out of the grave and putting the league on notice against the Vikings, the Lions proving to us all that these aren't your grandpa's Detroit Lions (and the Bears choking historically), the Browns continuing to pull out ugly wins and the Jets once again falling short because of lackluster quarterback play (the Zach Wilson era might be over).

Later, Fitz and Frank discuss each and every game from the Sunday slate and give their instant takeaways. They address whether or not Brandon Staley should still have a job, the wheels falling off in Tennessee, the Raiders keeping it close and more before they finish off the show with a preview of Monday night's huge matchup between the two best teams in the NFL in the Chiefs and Eagles.

1:20 - Minnesota Vikings @ Denver Broncos

6:50 - Chicago Bears @ Detroit Lions

12:50 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Cleveland Browns

19:20 - New York Jets @ Buffalo Bills

25:30 - Los Angeles Chargers @ Green Bay Packers

29:40 - New York Giants @ Washington Commanders

31:55 - Dallas Cowboys @ Carolina Panthers

33:05 - Las Vegas Raiders @ Miami Dolphins

40:50 - Tennessee Titans @ Jacksonville Jaguars

43:55 - San Francisco 49ers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

47:50 - Arizona Cardinals @ Houston Texans

53:05 - Seattle Seahawks @ Los Angeles Rams

54:45 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Kansas City Chiefs preview

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Playing the blame game with Andy Behrens, Richard Sherman joins | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 19:15:43 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by fantasy expert Andy Behrens to blur the lines of fantasy and reality as they attempt to determine who's at fault for some of the most disappointing fantasy seasons compared to expectations so far, including Calvin Ridley, Tony Pollard, Dameon Pierce, Trevor Lawrence, Christian Watson and Aaron Jones. Later, Fitz and Andy go back and forth with some start and sit recommendations for Week 11.

Next, former All-Pro cornerback Richard Sherman joins the show to discuss Josh Allen and Trevor Lawrence and whether or not they're meeting expectations, Antonio Pierce and the Raiders and what it means to a locker room to have a coach that played the game, Richard's favorite up-and-coming cornerbacks to watch and more.

Finally, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi to dive into some of the biggest storylines to watch this week. Fitz and Michael discuss the dysfunction in the Browns organization and how the power dynamic in an NFL front office can make placing blame or responsibility for mistakes very difficult. The duo also discuss the Bills and whether or not they're built for success and who is built for playoff football as the weather starts to turn.

5:55 - Who's to blame for Dameon Pierce's lack of production for the Houston Texans?

10:20 - Why has Tony Pollard underperformed for the Dallas Cowboys so far?

14:10 - Calvin Ridley and Trevor Lawrence haven't clicked yet: why?

19:20 - Why have Christian Watson and Aaron Jones not produced?

22:25 - Start & sit for for your Week 11 fantasy matchups

38:35 - Richard Sherman joins the show!

46:45 - Michael Lombardi on the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills and which teams are built for cold weather football

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Inside the Browns' front office perspective as Deshaun Watson out for season | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 23:28:41 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to go behind the scenes on the biggest storylines of the week. First up is the news that Browns QB Deshaun Watson will undergo season-ending surgery on his throwing shoulder. This carries massive implications for the Browns both this year and in the future given what they gave up for Watson, and Charles takes us inside the Browns front office to shed light on some of the decisions that led them to this point, including who is to blame for some of the roster's shortcomings.

Later, the trio react to the Bills firing OC Ken Dorsey and discuss how this season went south for a team that was expected to be in Super Bowl contention. The group discuss Josh Allen and his apparent regression, the leadership of Sean McDermott and what the future of the Bills could hold if they continue to struggle.

Finally, the hosts discuss the Jets and how Robert Saleh's continued defense of Zach Wilson could cause issues in the locker room. Jori analyzes Saleh's media strategy and points out that while Saleh is appeasing both Zach Wilson and Aaron Rodgers, he could start to lose the team's faith if the Jets continue to lose.

00:30 - Inside the Cleveland Browns front office as Deshaun Watson is out for the season

28:20 - Buffalo Bills fire OC Ken Dorsey

43:05 - Is Robert Saleh handling Zach Wilson the right way?

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Reacting to Week 10's most egregious takes with Benjamin Solak | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:02:32 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by The Ringer's Benjamin Solak as they recap Week 10 by reacting to some of the hottest takes that were thrown around the NFL media space so far this week. But first, the duo discuss a few of the funniest stories from the weekend, including the Jaguars players admitting they didn't know what they were doing against the 49ers on Sunday, Aaron Rodgers setting an unlikely return date and the Bills melting down and placing 12 men on the field to hand the Broncos a win on Monday night.

Next, Charles and Ben grade some hot takes from NFL media personalities on how hot they really are: Mike Greenberg claims Josh Allen is the new Brett Favre, Shannon Sharpe doesn't trust Lamar Jackson, Colin Cowherd thinks it's time to fire Brandon Staley, Stephen A. Smith thinks Patriots fans are ready to fire Bill Belichick and Dan Orlovsky says C.J. Stroud is now the frontrunner for MVP. During the pod, the duo also react live to the firing of Bills OC Ken Dorsey.

Charles and Ben finish off the show by taking a look at the AFC playoff picture and predicting how it will play out going forward. They both think the Steelers are fraudulent and expect the Bengals to pull ahead by the end of the season.

2:55 - Jacksonville Jaguars players didn't know what they were doing on Sunday

10:30 - Aaron Rodgers aims for a mid-December return

20:05 - Buffalo Bills have a meltdown on Monday night

25:30 - Is Josh Allen the new Brett Favre?

31:10 - Shannon Sharpe doesn't trust Lamar Jackson

35:55 - Is it time to fire Brandon Staley?

41:15 - Are New England Patriots fans ready for a new era without Bill Belichick?

45:55 - Is C.J. Stroud the MVP frontrunner?

49:00 - AFC playoff predictions

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Stroud beats Burrow, Josh Dobbs is magic, Browns' gutsy win | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:47:21 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant analysis and takeaways from each and every game of Week 10 of NFL action. After lamenting the lackluster primetime slate so far this season, the dynamic duo start with a few of the games that stood out as they discuss C.J. Stroud's massive win over Joe Burrow and the Bengals as his legend continues to grow, the magic of Joshua Dobbs and his inspiring starts for the Vikings and the Browns' biggest win of the season over Lamar Jackson and the Ravens.

Later, Fitz and Frank dive into each and every game from the Sunday slate and give their analysis on the 49ers' resurgence, Kyler Murray's return, the Lions and their ability to win consistently, Bill Belichick and the meltdown in New England and much more.

00:40 - Fitz wants more flexing and less bad teams in primetime

3:55 - Houston Texans @ Cincinnati Bengals

12:50 - New Orleans Saints @ Minnesota Vikings

17:40 - Cleveland Browns @ Baltimore Ravens

26:50 - San Francisco 49ers @ Jacksonville Jaguars

31:30 - Tennessee Titans @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

35:35 - Atlanta Falcons @ Arizona Cardinals

40:15 - New York Giants @ Dallas Cowboys

45:35 - New York Jets @ Las Vegas Raiders

48:25 - Washington Commanders @ Seattle Seahawks

50:05 - Green Bay Packers @ Pittsburgh Steelers

53:20 - Detroit Lions @ Los Angeles Chargers

56:40 - Indianapolis Colts @ New England Patriots

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Selling our hottest takes with Frank Schwab, Aidan Hutchinson joins | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Nov 2023 19:06:58 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab get you ready for the weekend by attempting to sell each other on their hottest NFL takes. Fitz and Frank go back and forth as they debate the Cowboys, Dolphins, Seahawks, Brian Daboll and the Giants, MVP candidates, who will get the 1 seed and more.

Next, Fitz is joined by Lions star DE Aidan Hutchinson to discuss the Lions' amazing 2023 season, playing on Thanksgiving, Dan Campbell and much more.

Later, Michael Lombardi joins the show to give his front office perspective on some of the news of the week, including whether he would play Kyler Murray if he were the Cardinals, Joe Burrow's potential MVP candidacy, the Miami Dolphins defense and the Giants' disastrous quarterback situation.

6:10 - Fitz is all in on the Dallas Cowboys

10:40 - Frank thinks Brian Daboll is a one-year wonder

14:45 - Fitz isn't ready to give up on the Miami Dolphins

18:05 - Frank thinks this is a year a non-quarterback wins MVP

24:55 - Frank: the Jacksonville Jaguars and Detroit Lions will be the 1 seeds

31:10 - Frank picks the Seahawks to win the NFC West

35:55 - Aidan Hutchinson on the Detroit Lions' hot start

43:40 - Michael Lombardi joins the show

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Do the Giants want a QB? & the death of the Patriot Way | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Nov 2023 04:54:32 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to pull back the curtain on the latest storylines around the NFL. Daniel Jones is out for the season with an ACL injury, and the trio discuss whether or not the Giants are planning on taking a quarterback in next year's draft if they get the opportunity (including what Jori saw at Giants practice this week). Charles takes you behind the scenes of Josh Dobbs' miraculous first start in Arizona, and the group discuss Kyler Murray returning to the Cardinals and whether or not he'll be the guy going forward.

In other news, the Rams signed free agent QB Carson Wentz and Aaron Rodgers seems to be serious about his desire to return this season.

The hosts finish off the show by discussing Charles' latest piece on the end of the Patriot Way given Jimmy Garroppolo, Josh McDaniels, and Bill Belichick collectively faceplanting this season, and how much of the credit we give to Belichick really should belong to Tom Brady.

00:50 - Future of the New York Giants and their QB

21:30 - Josh Dobbs' miraculous first start with the Minnesota Vikings

28:15 - Kyler Murray set to return to the field for the Arizona Cardinals

35:30 - Los Angeles Rams sign QB Carson Wentz

42:55 - Aaron Rodgers is serious about a 2023 return

49:55 - The Patriot Way is officially over (was it actually the Brady Way?)

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QB breakdowns & Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye with Theo Ash | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Nov 2023 21:55:52 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Theo Ash of TikTok fame to break down some quarterback play and finally get to the bottom of Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye as we look ahead to the 2024 NFL Draft. But first, the duo discuss some of the more engaging storylines to come out of NFL Week 9, as the Raiders got their first win under interim HC Antonio Pierce, Bill Belichick and the Patriots lost to a Commanders team that doesn't even want to win and Aaron Rodgers said he's returning in a few weeks.

Next, the duo break down what they've seen from Geno Smith, Josh Dobbs, C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young and Josh Allen the last few weeks as they determine what we can take away from their play and how much their teams are helping them succeed.

Charles and Theo finish off the show by breaking down the potential top two picks of the 2024 NFL Draft, QBs Caleb Williams and Drake Maye. The duo decide who should go first overall at this point in the season and what makes each player special as they preview the debate that will take over the NFL Draft in a few months.

8:10 - Las Vegas Raiders get their first win under Antonio Pierce as the Josh McDaniels era finally ends

16:50 - New England Patriots lost to a Washington Commanders team that just sold

22:20 - Aaron Rodgers says he's returning in a "few weeks"

28:10 - What went wrong for Geno Smith against Baltimore?

33:30 - Josh Dobbs impressed in his first game as a Minnesota Viking

37:10 - C.J. Stroud continues to make the Bryce Young pick look bad

45:25 - Is it too late for Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills?

50:30 - Caleb Williams vs. Drake Maye

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Eagles get huge win, Bills look lost, C.J. Stroud is a superstar | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Nov 2023 07:43:29 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap every game from the Week 9 NFL slate one by one and react to the biggest storylines to come out of today's action. Jason and Frank start with their takeaways from the Bengals' victory over Josh Allen and the Bills on Sunday night and whether or not it's too late for Buffalo, the Chiefs' win in Germany over the Dolphins, the Eagles' crucial victory over the Cowboys and the late game shenanigans that took place and C.J. Stroud's unbelievable start to his career after his monster day in Houston.

Later, Fitz and Frank react to the rest of the Sunday slate game-by-game, as they discuss whether or not the Ravens are the best team in the NFL, the Raiders' huge morale boost, the state of the Patriots and much more. The duo finish things off with a preview of the upcoming Monday night matchup between Justin Herbert and the Chargers and Zach Wilson and the Jets.

1:45 - Buffalo Bills @ Cincinnati Bengals

6:50 - Miami Dolphins @ Kansas City Chiefs

11:45 - Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles

18:05 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Houston Texans

24:15 - New York Giants @ Las Vegas Raiders

31:05 - Minnesota Vikings @ Atlanta Falcons

36:55 - Seattle Seahawks @ Baltimore Ravens

41:15 - Los Angeles Rams @ Green Bay Packers

42:00 - Chicago Bears @ New Orleans Saints

45:05 - Arizona Cardinals @ Cleveland Browns

48:45 - Washington Commanders @ New England Patriots

52:30 - Indianapolis Colts @ Carolina Panthers

57:45 - Monday night preview: Los Angeles Chargers @ New York Jets

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Previewing Week 9's biggest matchups with Sam Monson | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Nov 2023 21:46:53 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by PFF's Sam Monson to dive into Week 9's huge matchups, as the duo look at the matchups on both sides of the ball and give a prediction for Dolphins-Chiefs, Seahawks-Ravens, Cowboys-Eagles and Bills-Bengals. Next, Fitz and Sam put a spin on power rankings by pretending to become the NFL's first NFL playoff committee. The duo rank the top 6 NFL teams using the metrics that the college football playoff committee uses: quality wins, bad losses, strength of schedule, etc.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by former NFL GM Michael Lombardi, as Michael gives his unique perspective on what went on inside the Raiders building that led to the firing of Josh McDaniels, explains why the Montez Sweat trade made no sense for the Bears and gives his thoughts on how the Vikings should move forward without their star QB Kirk Cousins.

2:20 - Miami Dolphins @ Kansas City Chiefs

12:40 - Seattle Seahawks @ Baltimore Ravens

19:30 - Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles

25:45 - Buffalo Bills @ Cincinnati Bengals

31:05 - NFL playoff committee: top 6 NFL teams

45:45 - Michael Lombardi joins!

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Josh McDaniels fired + trade deadline takeaways | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 21:29:02 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to react to Fitz' beloved Raiders firing head coach Josh McDaniels and GM Dave Ziegler. Charles and Jori break down how this came to happen and what the future of the Raiders could look like.

Later, the trio go behind the scenes of the NFL trade deadline and break down the biggest moves. The group analyze what went into the Commanders trading both Montez Sweat and Chase Young (and what they could add to their new teams), Kirk Cousins' disastrous injury and what Josh Dobbs could bring to the Vikings, why the Seahawks trading for Leonard Williams makes too much sense, the Bills' trade for Rasul Douglas and why Brian Burns ended up staying put in Carolina.

00:45 - Las Vegas Raiders part ways with Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler

26:15 - Washington Commanders trade Montez Sweat and Chase Young

35:45 - What's next for Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings?

47:45 - Seattle Seahawks acquire Leonard Williams from the New York Giants

56:10 - Buffalo Bills acquire CB Rasul Douglas from the Green Bay Packers

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Giants pack it in, Will Levis balls & more Week 8 takeaways with Bill Barnwell | Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 01:04:14 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by the great Bill Barnwell to react to some big news around the trade deadline and debrief a wild Week 8 in the NFL. The duo start by discussing the Giants trading Leonard Williams and what that means for their outlook in 2023, the Falcons and their offensive and quarterback-related woes, the disaster of a game that Jets-Giants turned out to be and an update on the Sam Howell sack record campaign.

Later, Charles and Bill give their biggest takeaways from Week 8, including getting to the bottom of the Chiefs' offensive problems, the stellar NFL debut for Will Levis, Brock Purdy and the 49ers' fall back to Earth, Joe Burrow and the Bengals' resurgence, what's next for the Vikings and Kirk Cousins and if a wide receiver (like Tyreek Hill or AJ Brown) could really win MVP.

1:30 - New York Giants trade Leonard Williams to the Seattle Seahawks

8:20 - Atlanta Falcons trade for Philadelphia Eagles' Kentavius Street

18:40 - The New York Giants vs. New York Jets game was a disaster

30:00 - Sam Howell miraculously only took one sack on Sunday

32:15 - What's wrong with the Kansas City Chiefs offense?

38:15 - What Will Levis' stellar debut means for the Tennessee Titans

41:40 - What Cincinnati Bengals vs. San Francisco 49ers taught us about both quarterbacks

50:30 - What's next for Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings?

56:15 - Could Tyreek Hill or AJ Brown win MVP?

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Chiefs & 49ers collapse, Cowboys surge, disaster in Minnesota | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 06:25:11 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab join forces to give their instant takeaways and analysis for each and every game from the Sunday Week 8 slate of NFL action. The dynamic duo start by highlighting a few of the more intriguing outcomes: disaster strikes the Vikings as they likely lose QB Kirk Cousins for the season, Brian Daboll and the Giants reach a new low point in their loss to the Jets, the 49ers continue their slide in a loss to the Bengals and the Chiefs suffer their first loss to Broncos in years, as Russell Wilson and the Denver defense show signs of life.

Fitz and Frank move on to the rest of the Sunday slate and debate over who's the MVP frontrunner, who will win next week's Cowboys-Eagles NFC East showdown, why everyone is sleeping on the Seahawks and more before Fitz gives a bold prediction for tomorrow's Monday night matchup between the Raiders and Lions.

3:50 - Minnesota Vikings @ Green Bay Packers

10:30 - New York Jets @ New York Giants

17:30 - Cincinnati Bengals @ San Francisco 49ers

24:35 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Denver Broncos

30:40 - Jacksonville Jaguars @ Pittsburgh Steelers

33:55 - Baltimore Ravens @ Arizona Cardinals

36:05 - Atlanta Falcons @ Tennessee Titans

39:45 - Houston Texans @ Carolina Panthers

43:50 - New England Patriots @ Miami Dolphins

47:30 - Los Angeles Rams @ Dallas Cowboys

49:45 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Washington Commanders

53:30 - New Orleans Saints @ Indianapolis Colts

55:30 - Cleveland Browns @ Seattle Seahawks

59:50 - Chicago Bears @ Los Angeles Chargers

1:01:15 - Fitz' bold prediction for the Las Vegas Raiders

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Reacting to the hottest takes of the week with Dianna Russini | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 21:07:20 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by NFL insider Dianna Russini to wrap up this week in the NFL and get ready for Week 8 of NFL action. The duo kick things off by discussing the Titans as they attempt to figure out the power dynamic in the building between Mike Vrabel and Ran Carthon.

Next, Jason and Dianna react to the very hottest takes from the NFL world this week and decide just how hot they are. The duo react to Colin Cowherd on Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, Yahoo's own Frank Schwab on the Dolphins, Skip Bayless on Brock Purdy, Stephen A. Smith on the Lions, Chris Canty on the Vikings and Dan Orlovsky on Mac Jones.

Later, former NFL GM Michael Lombardi hops on to go back and forth with Fitz over how the Browns should handle the Deshaun Watson debacle, if the Bills have an average NFL roster without Josh Allen and if the Dolphins can beat a good team.

2:20 - Who's really in charge of the Tennessee Titans: Mike Vrabel or Ran Carthon?

8:20 - Are the Baltimore Ravens the best team in the NFL?

12:50 - Are the Miami Dolphins good, but not great?

16:05 - Is Brock Purdy falling back to Earth?

18:20 - Are the Detroit Lions fraudulent?

22:55 - Can the Minnesota Vikings make a playoff run?

25:30 - Can Mac Jones still be a very good NFL starter?

32:05 - Are the Philadelphia Eagles' kelly green throwback uniforms overrated?

41:00 - Michael Lombardi on the Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins

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What's really going on with Deshaun Watson, trade deadline preview | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:19:54 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to pull back the curtain on the latest news from around the NFL this week. After discussing their opinions on trick-or-treating, the group react to the news the Kevin Byard is joining the Eagles, and everyone is excited about the fit. In other news, Byard's old team, the Titans, are starting Will Levis this weekend, which brings in questions about how this information got out when Vrabel didn't want it released to the public yet.

Next, the trio give a preview of the upcoming trade deadline and decide how likely it is certain players will be moved, including Chase Young and Montez Sweat, Brian Burns, Hunter Renfrow, Danielle Hunter and more.

It's time to discuss Deshaun Watson. The group discuss the odd circumstances surrounding his health, as the Browns QB did not return to the game Sunday, and how the Browns' history is playing a factor in what's really going on with the disaster the Watson trade is turning out to be.

The three hosts finish off the show by touching on Jordan Love's recent struggles and the Packers' plans for the future.

00:45 - Halloween candy hot takes

4:10 - Kevin Byard traded to the Philadelphia Eagles

12:35 - Will Levis will start on Sunday for the Tennessee Titans

18:35 - Trade deadline preview

48:00 - What's really going on with Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns?

1:00:00 - What is the Green Bay Packers' plan for Jordan Love?

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Six things we learned from a weird Week 7 with Mike Golic Jr. | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 17:42:15 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Mike Golic Jr. as they give their biggest takeaways from a bizarre Week 7 in the NFL. Charles and GoJo kick things off by reacting to some of the weirdest stories from the weekend, including Sean Payton getting existential as he asks why he can't be happy. Bijan Robinson was basically held out of the Falcons game on Sunday despite not being on the injury report, prompting an investigation by the NFL. Things are starting to crumble in Washington, as Jonathan Allen had some choice words to describe his frustration after the loss on Sunday, and Sam Howell is on pace for 97 sacks, which would blow the old sack record out of the water.

Next, Charles and GoJo dive into what they learned from the on-the-field action. The duo discuss the Ravens putting it all together against the Lions, the Kansas City Chiefs becoming the top team in the NFL, whether or not the Dolphins were exposed against the Eagles, whether or not Mike Tomlin is using dark magic to get the Steelers to 4-2, the Deshaun Watson trade looking worse than ever and if the Bills situation is fixable this season.

1:30 - Sean Payton asks why he can't just be happy

6:20 - Bijan Robinson had one carry on Sunday

12:10 - Jonathan Allen is not happy with the state of the Washington Commanders

17:00 - Sam Howell is on pace to smash the sack record

20:30 - The Baltimore Ravens are finally clicking

24:45 - The Kansas City Chiefs are the best team in the NFL

28:30 - Did the Miami Dolphins get exposed on Sunday?

32:50 - Mike Tomlin is is putting on a master class to have the Pittsburgh Steelers at 4-2

36:10 - The Deshaun Watson trade is officially a failure

40:20 - The upcoming offseason will define the Buffalo Bills franchise

42:25 - Answering voicemails from listeners

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Week 7 Recap: Bad teams looked good and good teams looked bad | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 06:28:11 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant takeaways and analysis from an interesting Week 7 slate of NFL games. Fitz and Frank kick things off by reacting to some of the more interesting results from Sunday, including the Eagles knocking off the Dolphins as we now have to wonder if the Dolphins can beat a good team. The Ravens offense finally clicked as they steamrolled a hyped-up Lions team, Deshaun Watson was oddly held out of a close game in Indianapolis as the Browns beat the Colts without his help, and the Bills suffered yet another devastating loss, this time at the hands of the Patriots and Bill Belichick, who proved why he is still one of the greatest coaches ever.

Fitz and Frank move on to discussing the rest of Sunday's games one by one as they debate over the Raiders' meltdown, how much to trust the Seahawks, Jordan Love's unceremonious fall back to Earth, whether or not we're overrating Justin Herbert and much more.

2:40 - Miami Dolphins @ Philadelphia Eagles

8:10 - Detroit Lions @ Baltimore Ravens

13:45 - Cleveland Browns @ Indianapolis Colts

19:10 - Buffalo Bills @ New England Patriots

24:25 - Las Vegas Raiders @ Chicago Bears

28:50 - Washington Commanders @ New York Giants

31:10 - Atlanta Falcons @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

33:55 - Arizona Cardinals @ Seattle Seahawks

37:30 - Green Bay Packers @ Denver Broncos

43:35 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Los Angeles Rams

49:10 - Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs

57:25 - MNF Preview: San Francisco 49ers @ Minnesota Vikings

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Teams we're most confident in from every division with Mike Tannenbaum | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:05:50 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by former NFL GM Mike Tannenbaum to give his unique perspective on the NFL by going through every NFL division and giving a team Mike is buying stock in and one he's selling from each. Fitz and Mike go in-depth on the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears and more before finishing things off with "Tannenbaum's Top Tier:" the four teams Mike thinks have the legs to win the Super Bowl this season.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by another former GM, Michael Lombardi, to discuss the topics Michael thinks are flying under the radar this week: the Los Angeles Chargers and their inability to win close games, the Detroit Lions and Jared Goff's career revival and the red zone troubles which have been a problem for offenses league-wide this season.

1:20 - NFC East

3:45 - NFC North

10:20 - AFC East

13:00 - AFC North

15:40 - NFC South

17:35 - NFC West

19:55 - AFC South

22:55 - AFC West

26:50 - Tannenbaum's Top Tier: San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills

30:45 - Michael Lombardi on Bruce Springsteen, the Los Angeles Chargers, the Detroit Lions and league-wide red zone struggles

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Trade deadline buyers and sellers, Kyler Murray returns | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:18:01 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to pull back the curtain on the latest news from around the NFL. The trio start things off with the return of Kyler Murray to the Arizona Cardinals, the fallout from Anthony Richardson's season-ending injury (and Jori's one-on-one conversation with Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay), Frank Reich relinquishing play-calling duties and Jalen Ramsey's return to the Miami Dolphins.

Next, Charles gives his thoughts on who will be buying and selling at the trade deadline. The group discuss Brian Burns and some potential landing spots that make sense.

To finish the show, Jori was at the NFL owner's meetings in New York and she gives a behind-the-scenes view on what she's been hearing about the banning of the "hip drop tackle," Roger Goodell's contract extension and next year's international games.

2:30 - Kyler Murray returns from IR

8:00 - Anthony Richardson is out for the season

15:55 - Frank Reich relinquishes play-calling duties

20:35 - Jalen Ramsey returns to the Dolphins

25:10 - Trade deadline buyers and sellers

34:30 - Owner's meetings news and analysis: hip drop tackle, Roger Goodell, international games

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Receivers on the trade block, young WR status report with Matt Harmon | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 21:49:43 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by the great Matt Harmon, host of the Yahoo Fantasy Football Show, to talk all things wide receivers. But first, the duo react to some funny things from the sports weekend, including the conspiracy theory around the enthusiastic Los Angeles Chargers fan, Aaron Rodgers' comments on his return from injury and the Tyreek Hill backflip celebration.

Next, Charles and Matt discuss a few receivers who have been rumored to be on the trade block heading into the NFL trade deadline, including Justin Jefferson, Davante Adams and the Denver Broncos WRs (Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton).

Finally, Charles leans on Matt's expertise on the wide receiver position to give a status report on some rookie and sophomore wideouts, including Quentin Johnston, Zay Flowers, Puka Nacua, Drake London and Jahan Dotson (plus: what's wrong with the Washington Commanders offense?)

2:05 - Things we saw during Week 6: the "fake" Chargers fan, Aaron Rodgers on his return and Tyreek Hill's "excessive" celebration

23:55 - Could Justin Jefferson get traded in the next few weeks?

28:30 - Would the Las Vegas Raiders be willing to trade Davante Adams?

37:20 - Is it time for the Denver Broncos to give Courtland Sutton and Jerry Jeudy a fresh start?

41:55 - Rookie WR check-in: Quentin Johnston, Zay Flowers and Puka Nacua

51:25 - Sophomore WR check-in: Drake London and Jahan Dotson

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Who is the best team in the NFL after Week 6? | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 06:47:29 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Frank Schwab to recap each and every game from the Sunday Week 6 NFL slate. The dynamic duo highlight the Buffalo Bills' narrow escape from the New York Giants, the undefeated teams' first losses as the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets, respectively (which leads to a debate over who is the best team in the NFL six weeks in) and the Baltimore Ravens beating the Tennessee Titans in London, as the Titans appear to be broken.

Jason and Frank recap all the remaining Sunday games, as they were impressed by performances from the Houston Texans, Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins and came away discouraged by the Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots.

00:50 - Bills @ Giants

7:45 - 49ers @ Browns

13:15 - Eagles @ Jets

16:50 - Who is the best team in the NFL right now?

20:55 - Ravens @ Titans

28:20 - New England Patriots @ Las Vegas Raiders

31:40 - Detroit Lions @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

35:25 - Washington Commanders @ Atlanta Falcons

39:00 - Minnesota Vikings @ Chicago Bears

41:50 - Seattle Seahawks @ Cincinnati Bengals

45:20 - Arizona Cardinals @ Los Angeles Rams

47:25 - New Orleans Saints @ Houston Texans

49:30 - Carolina Panthers @ Miami Dolphins

52:10 - Indianapolis Colts @ Jacksonville Jaguars

56:25 - MNF Preview: Dallas Cowboys @ Los Angeles Chargers

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Report cards for all 32 teams with Bill Barnwell | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:06:49 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by the great Bill Barnwell to give report cards for all 32 teams as we reach the quarter mark of the NFL season. Jason and Bill go division-by-division and analyze how each team is performing compared to expectations so far, and run into big disagreements over the Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Atlanta Falcons and more.

Later, Michael Lombardi joins Fitz to give a front office perspective on the biggest stories around the NFL. The duo discuss Frank Reich's comments on Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper and whether or not Reich threw Tepper under the bus, which teams are true Super Bowl contenders and how a GM should know when it's time to become sellers.

1:50 - NFC North: Do the Minnesota Vikings deserve a D?

5:40 - NFC East: Have the Eagles deserved a B- so far?

9:05 - AFC East: Do the Bills deserve a B-?

14:30 - AFC South: Are the Titans an F team?

20:15 - NFC South: Should the Falcons get lower than a B-?

27:25 - NFC West: The San Francisco 49ers break the grading scale

31:34 - AFC West: The Denver Broncos break the scale in the other direction

37:20 - AFC North: Are the Baltimore Ravens a C team?

42:35 - Michael Lombardi on Frank Reich & which teams are true Super Bowl contenders

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How Anthony Richardson changed Indy's plans, Frank Reich on David Tepper | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 01:43:59 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to go behind the scenes on the latest news around the NFL. The hosts start with Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos, and whether or not Payton may consider tanking the rest of the season after a brutal start.

Next, the group discuss what changed in the Indianapolis Colts front office to extend Jonathan Taylor after a drawn out negotiation process. Charles believes the front office was impressed by Anthony Richardson's start, and they believed they could compete with Taylor playing.

Next, the trio dive into the Carolina Panthers locker room and Frank Reich's comments about David Tepper's hands-on ownership style. The group give their thoughts on Bryce Young and whether or not it's time to panic before discussing Tepper and how his aggressive style matches with some other owners like Jerry Jones.

Justin Jefferson is on IR, leading the hosts to wonder if Kirk Cousins could be traded, and Van Jefferson is headed to the Atlanta Falcons, showing the Los Angeles Rams' confidence in rookie Puka Nacua. Finally, Charles discusses his piece on whether or not Brock Purdy is an MVP candidate, and Jason and Jori give their thoughts on why Purdy isn't getting the acclaim he should be.

1:45 - Is tanking for Caleb Williams in play for the Denver Broncos?

10:00 - Is it time to be concerned about Anthony Richardson's health?

18:10 - Why did the Colts change their mind on Jonathan Taylor?

26:30 - When is it time to hit the panic button on Bryce Young?

32:10 - Frank Reich's comments on owner David Tepper

45:30 - Justin Jefferson goes on IR

51:45 - Van Jefferson traded to the Falcons

56:40 - Is Brock Purdy an MVP candidate?

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Teams who should sell at the deadline with Damien Woody | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:03:34 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by 12-year NFL veteran and two-time Super Bowl champion Damien Woody to give their biggest takeaways from NFL Week 5, including Sean Payton getting humbled by the New York Jets as the Denver Broncos reach a new low point, Micah Parsons' bold comments about how the Dallas Cowboys are on the San Francisco 49ers' level even after a big loss, Brock Purdy's MVP-caliber start to the season and how C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans are making the Carolina Panthers look bad.

Later, Charles and Damien look at three 1-4 teams who should consider selling their valuable assets at the trade deadline. The group discuss the Minnesota Vikings and whether or not Kirk Cousins should be moved given Justin Jefferson's injury, the New York Giants and whether or not they should start selling given their disastrous offensive line situation and the Denver Broncos and if Sean Payton could go one and done as head coach if their season continues in this direction.

Charles finishes off the show by listening to some voicemails from listeners on the Baltimore Ravens, the rookie wide receivers, the Jacksonville Jaguars and QB power rankings.

2:00 - Sean Payton gets humbled. The Broncos have hit a new low point.

7:40 - Cowboys vs. 49ers recap: Micah Parsons' comments, Brock Purdy's elite play, buying or selling the Cowboys as contenders

24:25 - C.J. Stroud and the Texans are making the Panthers look bad.

28:55 - Should the Minnesota Vikings sell? Could Kirk Cousins be on the move?

34:15 - Is it possible for the New York Giants to recover their season given the situation along the offensive line?

45:15 - Could Sean Payton go one and done as Broncos head coach? Who do the Broncos have to sell?

52:20 - Charles responds to voicemails from the listeners. Submit your own question to be answered on the pod at Speakpipe.com/ZeroBlitz

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Are the 49ers beatable? Broncos eat crow, Jaguars & Colts impress | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Oct 2023 06:02:46 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab kick things off by highlighting a few of the most interesting games from the NFL Week 5 slate, starting with the Sunday night slaughter: the Dallas Cowboys were manhandled by the San Francisco 49ers. Next, they discuss the absolute disaster known as the New England Patriots. The Buffalo Bills and their confusing loss to an energized Jacksonville Jaguars team are up next, before the duo finish with the New York Jets serving up Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos a slice of humble pie (despite still not looking that good.)

Fitz and Frank recap the rest of the early Sunday slate and discuss De'Von Achane, the Baltimore Ravens' collapse and more before analyzing the afternoon slate and the 1-4 Minnesota Vikings, what to make of the Philadelphia Eagles and more. The hosts finish things out with a preview of the Monday night matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Las Vegas Raiders.

00:55 - Dallas Cowboys @ San Francisco 49ers

10:30 - New Orleans Saints @ New England Patriots

16:50 - Buffalo Bills @ Jacksonville Jaguars

22:35 - New York Jets @ Denver Broncos

26:15 - Houston Texans @ Atlanta Falcons

29:35 - Tennessee Titans @ Indianapolis Colts

34:00 - New York Giants @ Miami Dolphins

28:25 - Carolina Panthers @ Detroit Lions

42:45 - Baltimore Ravens @ Pittsburgh Steelers

44:55 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Arizona Cardinals

47:20 - Philadelphia Eagles @ Los Angeles Rams

49:40 - Kansas City Chiefs @ Minnesota Vikings

54:10 - MNF Preview: Green Bay Packers @ Las Vegas Raiders

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Start-bench-cut with Austin Gayle, Cowboys vs. 49ers preview with David Helman | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Oct 2023 22:07:49 +0000

Jason Fitz rounds out the week with a loaded episode of Zero Blitz. The Ringer's Austin Gayle joins first to discuss his survivability rankings of every trap in the SAW movies and the future of the Las Vegas Raiders before the duo play a game of start one, bench one, cut one featuring rookie quarterbacks, 1-3 teams, head coaches and the top AFC and NFC powerhouse teams (plus a bonus Taylor Swift luxury suite round).

Next, Fitz is joined by Dallas Cowboys expert David Helman to preview the game of the week in the Cowboys @ the San Francisco 49ers. Fitz and David discuss what led to the loss to the Arizona Cardinals and how Kyle Shanahan could look to that game as a clue, how the Cowboys get the win and what their expectations are for Sunday night.

Later, Fitz is joined as always by VSiN's Michael Lombardi to talk about the things nobody else is talking about: Josh Allen and the new Buffalo Bills offense, Joe Burrow and the affect on the Cincinnati offense, Anthony Richardson and Matthew Stafford's comeback season.

5:25 - The future of the Raiders with Austin Gayle

11:20 - Start one, bench one, cut one: rookie QBs: Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson

17:00 - 1-3 teams: New York Jets, Cincinnati Bengals and New England Patriots

22:05 - Head coaches: Matt Eberflus, Brandon Staley and Josh McDaniels

26:35 - Top AFC teams: Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins

30:50 - Top NFC teams: Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys

35:20 - Cowboys expert David Helman previews Cowboys vs. 49ers

51:55 - Michael Lombardi's "Why is nobody talking about this?" Josh Allen, Anthony Richardson, Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow

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Bill Belichick on the hot seat, Aaron Rodgers wants to return? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 4 Oct 2023 22:43:36 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to pull back the curtain on all the latest news around the NFL. Christian Gonzalez is out for the season, leading the New England Patriots to trade for Los Angeles Chargers CB J.C. Jackson, prompting the hosts to discuss what went wrong for Jackson in LA. Randy Gregory was released from the Denver Broncos after playing only ten games of his five-year contract, as Sean Payton shows he's not hesitant to shed pieces that don't fit his vision for the team. Aaron Rodgers has stated that he wants to return to play this season. The hosts aren't sure that's possible, and even if he does, it may not be in the best interest of the New York Jets or Rodgers. Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor returned to practice, but Charles isn't convinced he'll actually play for the Colts.

Is Bill Belichick on the hot seat? Charles thinks so. The history for ownership getting rid of legendary coaches is rocky at best, but one route Robert Kraft could take would be to remove his powers as General Manager and elsewhere on the staff to encourage Bill to retire.

As the hosts prepare for a huge matchup on Sunday between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers, a conversation ensues about Cowboys DC Dan Quinn. All three hosts believe he's ready for his next head coaching job after making strides as a leader and coordinating a dominant defense over the last few years.

00:55 - Thoughts on the Toy Story broadcast

8:15 - Patriots trade for J.C. Jackson after Christian Gonzalez injury

15:15 - Randy Gregory released after only ten games

27:35 - Aaron Rodgers wants to return to play for the Jets later this season

37:40 - Jonathan Taylor returns to practice, but will he play?

45:50 - Bill Belichick is on the hot seat, but it's not as simple as firing the one of the greatest coaches of all time

55:30 - Dan Quinn is ready for his next head coaching job

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Fixing broken NFL offenses with Nate Tice | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 3 Oct 2023 19:02:27 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by the great Nate Tice as they become Dr. Football and Dr. Football (no relation), experts in fixing broken NFL offenses. But first, the duo give their takeaways from Week 4. Charles and Nate give their thoughts on Rodney Harrison trying to bait Chris Jones into trash talking Zach Wilson, Derek Carr trying (and failing) to play hurt, the Toy Story broadcast and Sunday Night Football and the controversial no-call on New York Jets DE Jermaine Johnson II.

Later, Charles and Nate fix the New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals, Atlanta Falcons and Miami Dolphins offenses. Each team has had their flaws put on display at some point through the first four weeks of NFL action, and the hosts attempt to give a potential solution to get each team back on track.

2:30 - Rodney Harrison goes off on Zach Wilson on Sunday Night Football. Did he really think Chris Jones would bite?

8:50 - Derek Carr tried to play hurt, and the New Orleans Saints hit a wall on Sunday.

21:00 - The Toy Story broadcast was underrated and Charles and Nate both enjoyed it.

24:10 - Sunday Night Football: Was Jermaine Johnson II right that the refs missed a key holding call?

31:20 - Fixing the New York Giants offense: the scheme isn't built for Daniel Jones to drop back too often.

37:20 - The Pittsburgh Steelers offense needs to get a lot more creative under OC Matt Canada.

43:55 - The Cincinnati Bengals offense was never meant to be run in the shotgun, but it's forced to with the Burrow injury.

50:20 - The Atlanta Falcons need to look more like they do in the second half of games than the first. Desmond Ridder is being underrated.

57:20 - The Miami Dolphins offense is elite, but they need to show they can still function when they're behind and under pressure.

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Bills take the throne, Bengals have no bite, Mac Jones isn't it | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Oct 2023 06:26:58 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reaction to every game from the Sunday slate as Week 4 of the NFL season comes to a close. The Buffalo Bills made a strong case for topping the power rankings with a big win over the Miami Dolphins, the Cincinnati Bengals are teetering on the edge of collapse, the New York Jets gave it their all on Sunday Night Football and still came up short and the hosts are officially out on Mac Jones and possibly Bill Belichick. The duo talk through the rest of the slate game-by-game before wrapping things up with a preview of Monday night's matchup: the New York Giants at home against the Seattle Seahawks.

2:10 - Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills: A statement win for Buffalo.

9:10 - Cincinnati Bengals @ Tennessee Titans: It's too late to bench Joe Burrow now.

15:45 - Kansas City Chiefs @ New York Jets: Jets come up short despite a monumental effort.

19:05 - New England Patriots @ Dallas Cowboys: The Pats roster isn't good enough and it's Bill Belichick's fault.

23:10 - Atlanta Falcons @ Jacksonville Jaguars: Falcons might be the most average team in the NFL.

26:30 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints: The Buccaneers are ready to take advantage of a weak NFC South.

29:10 - Minnesota Vikings @ Carolina Panthers: Fitz came away feeling worse about both teams after this game.

30:55 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Houston Texans: Houston appears to have made all the right moves this offseason.

34:20 - Los Angeles Rams @ Indianapolis Colts: Fitz came away feeling better about both teams from this game.

37:40 - Las Vegas Raiders @ Los Angeles Chargers: Frank is tired of Josh McDaniels.

41:50 - Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles: Washington kept this impressively close.

45:40 - Arizona Cardinals @ San Fransisco 49ers: The 49ers may be the most dominant team in the NFL so far.

48:20 - Denver Broncos @ Chicago Bears: It's time for sweeping changes in Chicago.

51:55 - Baltimore Ravens @ Cleveland Browns: The new-look Ravens passing attack looks like it's finally coming together.

56:20 - Monday night preview: Frank and Fitz both feel confident in Seattle heading into this game against the Giants.

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The great power rankings debate: Fitz vs. Frank Schwab | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 21:17:29 +0000

Jason Fitz brings on Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab to settle their differences over Frank's latest NFL power rankings. Fitz and Frank go from 32 to 1 as they debate over the Minnesota Vikings, Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins and more. Later, the duo give their bold predictions for the upcoming slate of games on Sunday.

2:45 - 32 to 24: How are the 0-3 Vikings ahead of multiple teams with wins? Do the Arizona Cardinals deserve to be higher than 28?

9:35 - 23 to 11: How high do the Indianapolis Colts deserve to be after a big road win against Baltimore? The Pittsburgh Steelers might be too high at 14, and the Cincinnati Bengals might be a little high at 11.

17:10 - Top 10: Do the Dallas Cowboys deserve to fall three spots to #6 after one bad game? Are there 4 teams better than the Miami Dolphins?

26:40 - Frank picks teams whose rankings could look silly in a few weeks: The Jacksonville Jaguars could be much higher soon, and the Steelers and Atlanta Falcons could be a lot lower in few weeks.

35:05 - Bold Predictions: Fitz predicts that whichever head coach loses this weekend in the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Los Angeles Chargers game will be fired. Frank predicts that the Buffalo Bills will take down the Dolphins and that the Cardinals will keep it close against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Caleb Williams sweepstakes, inside the Broncos and Jets locker rooms | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 20:40:13 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by senior NFL reporters Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein to pull back the curtain and give an insider's perspective on the latest news around the NFL. The trio start with the Los Angeles Chargers and Mike Williams, who is out for the season with a torn ACL. Next, they discuss C.J. Stroud's breakout game and the future of the Houston Texans. Davante Adams has hinted that he'll potentially want out of Las Vegas if they continue losing, and Charles breaks down how it could happen. In other news, the Caleb Williams sweepstakes are on, and the hosts discuss whether or not Williams would actually go back to school another year. The Chicago Bears appear to be the odds-on favorite through three weeks.

Later, Jason, Jori and Charles pull back the curtain on the latest stories around the NFL and how they're being handled in NFL front offices. The rumor that owners were upset about the Miami Dolphins running up the score last weekend was just that: a rumor, but on the other side of the field, the Denver Broncos are changing their mentality in the locker room after the historic loss. New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh has stayed consistent in his belief in Zach Wilson, but Charles is worried this could become a repeat of last season, when the defense began to turn on leadership for not holding Wilson accountable.

3:30 - Mike Williams injury: is this just another one of those years for the Chargers?

10:25 - C.J. Stroud had his breakout game

17:30 - Could Davante Adams be on the move?

27:20 - Caleb Williams sweepstakes are on

34:10 - Behind the scenes of the fallout from the Miami Dolphins' 70-20 win over the Denver Broncos

49:30 - Inside the locker room of the New York Jets: is Saleh playing this well?

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Teams playing on All-Madden difficulty (and why) with Keegan Abdoo | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 18:47:21 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Next Gen Stats' Keegan Abdoo to break down why some teams look like they're playing on All-Madden difficulty through three weeks of the NFL season. But first, the duo jump around the funniest stories to come out of the weekend, including the hysteria around Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce (and her chicken fingers), the comically low ticket prices for the Chicago Bears and Denver Broncos game this weekend and Josh McDaniels' awful field goal decision on Sunday night.

Next, Charles and Keegan give their biggest takeaways from Week 3. Keegan explains Next Gen Stats' new metric pressure probability and how it tied into the high number of blowouts this week, Charles highlights the Houston Texans and C.J. Stroud and the duo discuss the Miami Dolphins' high-flying offense scoring 70 points.

Later, Charles and Keegan discuss the teams who look like they're playing on All-Madden difficulty and why: the New York Jets, Tennessee Titans, Cincinnati Bengals, Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars.

2:30 - Biggest stories from the weekend: Taylor Swift's chicken fingers, Bears vs. Broncos ticket prices and Josh McDaniel's odd decision-making

18:50 - Week 3 takeaways: a lot of blowouts, C.J. Stroud is looking great and the Dolphins offense could be unstoppable

36:05 - Teams that are playing on All-Madden difficulty (and why)

36:35 - New York Jets: offensive line troubles and Zach Wilson

41:30 - Tennessee Titans: a porous offensive line

47:50 - Cincinnati Bengals: protection issues and Joe Burrow's calf injury

53:05 - Chicago Bears: too many misses on offseason acquisitions

57:30 - Jacksonville Jaguars: a defense lacking juice and some efficiency troubles on offense

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Cowboys and Jaguars stumble, Jets need a QB, Dolphins dominate | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 07:01:44 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant analysis from Week 3 of NFL action. The duo start with their biggest questions from the Sunday slate, including what Josh McDaniels was thinking in the fourth quarter, whether or not anyone can stop the Miami Dolphins, what happened to the Dallas Cowboys and what the New York Jets should do at quarterback. Later, they recap each game from Sunday and discuss what fans can take away from their team's performance.

00:40 - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Las Vegas Raiders: What was Josh McDaniels doing?

6:10 - Denver Broncos @ Miami Dolphins: Are the Dolphins the AFC favorites?

12:25 - Dallas Cowboys @ Arizona Cardinals: What happened to the dominant Dallas defense?

17:40 - New England Patriots @ New York Jets: Do the Jets need a new quarterback?

24:00 - Chicago Bears @ Kansas City Chiefs: Are the Bears in the running for Caleb Williams?

30:40 - Indianapolis Colts @ Baltimore Ravens: The Colts have impressed early under head coach Shane Steichen.

33:00 - Carolina Panthers @ Seattle Seahawks: The Seahawks took care of business and got a big game from Kenneth Walker.

33:55 - Tennessee Titans @ Cleveland Browns: The Browns defense may be the best in the league.

38:10 - Atlanta Falcons @ Detroit Lions: Desmond Ridder couldn't get it done when it counted today.

40:55 - Buffalo Bills @ Washington Commanders: This Bills team is starting to look like what we expected them to be this season.

44:30 - Los Angeles Chargers @ Minnesota Vikings: Brandon Staley barely managed to save his job today.

48:40 - Houston Texans @ Jacksonville Jaguars: What happened to the hyped up Jacksonville offense?

52:55 - New Orleans Saints @ Green Bay Packers: Jordan Love's comeback win was a huge moment for his career. He is the guy in Green Bay now.

56:10 - MNF Preview: Philadelphia Eagles @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers & Los Angeles Rams @ Cincinnati Bengals

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Over or underrated & Swiftie-talk with Mike Golic Jr | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:02:25 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by the legendary Mike Golic Jr. to discuss a few teams that make them want to toss their cookies, call on some people that need to step up their game in Week 3 of the NFL season and decide what's overrated, properly rated or underrated after two weeks of NFL football.

4:45 - Puke Watch: In honor of Golic Jr's old pre-game ritual, the duo each pick a team that's made their stomach turn through two weeks of the NFL season. Golic goes with the Chicago Bears, while Fitz calls out the Los Angeles Chargers.

19:50 - Final Boarding Call: Fitz and GoJo call out players and coaches who haven't shown up yet, and whose teams need them this week. GoJo needs to see Deshaun Watson become the player the Cleveland Browns traded for, and Fitz wants to see New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll get the team back on track – even with Saquon Barkley out.

28:20 - Overrated/Underrated/Rated: Fitz and GoJo run through a laundry list of NFL topics and decide whether they're overrated, underrated, or properly rated, including Deion Sanders, the NFC North, Travis Kelce dating Taylor Swift, the Atlanta Falcons, turf fields, the Dallas Cowboys and more.

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Buying or selling press conference sound bites | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 22:34:41 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporters Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson to pull back the curtain on the latest news around the NFL. The group start off by asking the question, "What the heck is going on in Chicago?" There's a lot of drama to come out of the Chicago Bears organization lately, and we're starting to wonder what's really going on. The trio also cover the Patrick Mahomes contract, the Nick Chubb injury and Deshaun Watson's future as a Cleveland Brown.

Later, the hosts dive into buying or selling sound bites from press conferences from this week. They kick things off with Los Angeles Chargers coach Brandon Staley on their 0-2 start, Garrett Wilson on whether or not the New York Jets locker room is with QB Zach Wilson and Joe Burrow on the Cincinnati Bengals' 0-2 start. Next, they react to Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder on his faith in his team, Matt Eberflus on the Bears' 12-game losing streak and Sean Payton on the Denver Broncos' early offensive communication issues.

00:35 - What's going on with the Chicago Bears?

10:00 - Patrick Mahomes gets a big pay bump, but it's clear that he still wants to put the team first.

15:30 - The Nick Chubb injury means it's time for Deshaun Watson to become the centerpiece of the Browns. Everything hinges on his ability to figure it out.

24:05 - Buying or selling press conference sound bites!

24:20 - Brandon Staley says last year's playoff loss isn't affecting this year's team

31:50 - Garrett Wilson says the locker room still has Zach Wilson's back

38:10 - Joe Burrow remains confident after the Bengals' 0-2 start

43:20 - Desmond Ridder has faith in the Falcons this season to be in every game

48:15 - Matt Eberflus says the Bears' 12-game losing streak is not affecting them

55:10 - Sean Payton on the Broncos' early offensive communication issues

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Evaluating first-year starting QBs with Derrik Klassen | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:21:16 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Bleacher Report QB guru Derrik Klassen to discuss what they saw in Week 2 of NFL action and talk all things quarterback as they decide which first-year starters are playing the best so far. The duo start by recapping Week 2, including David Bakhtiari's war against turf, the NFC North's early struggles, the wildest game of the week (New York Giants beating the Arizona Cardinals), Zach Wilson and Josh Allen being put on a leash (with differing results) and Nick Chubb's disastrous knee injury. Next, they evaluate Jordan Love, Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson to determine who inspires the most confidence through two weeks of football.

4:10 - Green Bay Packers LT David Bakhtiari is apparently refusing to play football on turf fields. Is there any offensive lineman in history who could sit out to protest turf fields and actually make a difference?

12:25 - The NFC North has disappointed so far. The Packers have looked okay, but the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears appear to be heading in the wrong direction.

20:40 - The Giants' huge comeback victory over the Cardinals on Sunday was one of the wildest games we've seen. It may not be enough to restore our faith in the Giants, however, as both their offense and defense have changed a lot from last year and don't appear to have clicked yet.

26:25 - After Week 1's crazy Monday matchup between the Buffalo Bills and New York Jets, Josh Allen and Zach Wilson both appeared to be put on a leash in Week 2. Allen thrived in the limited offense, while Wilson struggled mightily, especially at the end of the game.

32:20 - Nick Chubb's catastrophic knee injury: what does it mean for him and the Cleveland Browns offense that's built around him?

39:00 - Evaluating first-year starting quarterbacks: Jordan Love looks great. He has developed well and has the talent to make any throw necessary.

42:10 - Desmond Ridder looked very limited in Week 1, but he was cut loose in Week 2 and looked much better. His abilities on third down and in the red zone are a big reason the Atlanta Falcons are 2-0.

48:20 - Sam Howell has impressed thus far, and while his lowlights have been very low, his highlights show that he has NFL starter arm talent.

50:50 - Shorter quarterbacks can succeed in the NFL, but Bryce Young's size has been an issue so far. He looks like he's struggling to find open lanes in the middle of the field, and collapsing pockets swallow him up quickly. He looks overwhelmed.

55:30 - C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson have both impressed early. Klassen is particularly high on Stroud, whose processing and playmaking in and out of the pocket have been better than advertised.

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Panic meter for 0-2 teams & Week 2 instant analysis | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 06:24:50 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their instant reactions to every game from the Week 2 Sunday slate of NFL games. Jason and Frank start off by deciding where every 0-2 team is on the panic meter before diving into the rest of the games and deciding which teams they have the most faith in moving forward.

3:20 - Fitz and Frank decide whether it's time to sound the panic alarm for every 0-2 team, starting off with the New England Patriots with their loss in primetime to the Miami Dolphins, then the Cincinnati Bengals with their discouraging loss to the Baltimore Ravens, the Chicago Bears after losing to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Los Angeles Chargers after a heartbreaking loss to the Tennessee Titans and the Denver Broncos after barely falling to the Washington Commanders.

29:35 - The duo give instant analysis on each of the games in the Sunday early slate: an entertaining win by the Atlanta Falcons over Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers, a statement win by the Buffalo Bills over the Las Vegas Raiders, an overtime victory by the Seattle Seahawks over the Detroit Lions, a division victory by the Indianapolis Colts over the Houston Texans (is it time to have the quarterback conversation?) and a defensive win by the Kansas City Chiefs over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

45:50 - Fitz and Frank move on to the late slate, where the New York Giants pulled out a massive win over the plucky Arizona Cardinals, the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams and the Dallas Cowboys continued impressing in a win over the New York Jets. Fitz debates with Frank about how we should power rank the AFC East moving forward.

51:25 - The hosts finish things off by looking ahead to the double header on Monday Night Football and deciding what they're most excited to see in the game between the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers, as well as the matchup between the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers. Frank is most excited to see Bryce Young in action, while Fitz wants to see if the Browns and Steelers offenses can bounce back from a shaky first week.

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JJ Watt & Geoff Schwartz on early OL troubles, country superstar Chris Young & actor Rob Riggle | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by a star-studded cast of celebrity guests to take one final look back at NFL Week 1 and look ahead to Week 2. Fitz kicks things off with a couple flaming hot takes based off last week's action before Geoff Schwartz joins to give his take on why offensive lines have been struggling early. JJ Watt tunes in to catch up with Fitz and give his perspective on retirement and early defensive line dominance. Later, country superstar Chris Young joins to discuss the hot start for his beloved Dallas Cowboys and Texas Longhorns, and actor/comedian Rob Riggle talks about his expectations for his Kansas City Chiefs, along with a wild prediction for their upcoming game against Jacksonville.

1:00 - Fitz kicks off the show with Five Fireballs: takes based off of the past weekend's action that are so hot they caught fire (plus a couple extra).

10:35 - The legendary Geoff Schwartz joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the false start debate with the Kansas City Chiefs offensive line that swept the nation last week. Next, the duo discuss whether or not it's time to sound the alarm for Josh Allen and look ahead to Week 2 with the Weekend 180, as they decide on teams that could look totally different than we saw in Week 1.

25:10 - Fitz is joined by legendary defensive end JJ Watt to catch up on how retirement is treating him after his first Sunday not on the field. Watt also gives his opinion on why defenses looked better than offenses in Week 1 and his thoughts on the Chiefs offensive line jumping.

30:45 - Country superstar and diehard Dallas Cowboys fan Chris Young joins Fitz to discuss the Cowboys's red hot start on Sunday Night Football and his expectations for the season, the Texas Longhorns' huge victory over Alabama and the worst bar tab he's ever been stuck with.

43:20 - Actor and comedian Rob Riggle joins to recount his experience when the Chiefs won their first Super Bowl, give a very oddly-specific prediction for the upcoming Chiefs game against the Jacksonville Jaguars and show off his group chat with other Chiefs fan celebrities.

On Thursday, September 28th, he’ll join Katie Couric, members of the D.C. Pickleball team, and other D.C. personalities, for the inaugural National Mall of Pickleball, presented by Trust for the National Mall and Humana. Programming will feature celebrity “Mall of Famers” matches starring Katie Couric, and more, with Rob serving as emcee and color commentator. The event will also include a media tournament and showdown, where newsrooms will go head-to-head for bragging rights as the “Best Media Picklers” in town, a DMV-area recreation league tournament, on-site pickleball lessons and clinics and a D.C.P.T Exhibition match with Major League Pickleball’s newly minted D.C. Pickleball Team. Fans and picklers can reserve their courts and clinics when bookings officially open to the public at Noon PM ET on Thursday, September 14th. For more information about programming, or for a peak at the planned footprint of 9 courts and grandstands, visit https://nationalmall.org/pickleball.

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Do contract holdouts even work? Future of the Jets + News or Noise? | Inside Coverage

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:00:03 +0000

Jason Fitz is joined by Senior NFL Reporter Charles Robinson to pull back the curtain on the latest news around the NFL. The crew start with the Chris Jones contract and what the failed holdouts this season mean for the future of the franchise tag. Next, they address some key injuries in the AFC North, including J.K. Dobbins, Diontae Johnson and Jack Conklin. Finally, the duo dive into the Aaron Rodgers injury and what the New York Jets plan to do next. Fitz and Charles wrap up the show with a new segment where they decide what's news and what's noise over the last week.

4:55 - Chris Jones' holdout has ended as he has a new 1-year, $25M contract. All three major holdouts this offseason have ended favorably for the teams, and a conversation ensues over whether the franchise tag issue will ever be solved given it affects so few players every season.

11:20 - There are a few key injuries in the AFC North, including Baltimore Ravens RB J.K. Dobbins, Pittsburgh Steelers WR Diontae Johnson and Cleveland Browns RT Jack Conklin. The duo discuss whether or not each of these teams need to add more talent and how the dynamic has shifted in the AFC North after only one week.

30:00 - The Jets Super Bowl hopes took a massive hit Monday night with the injury of Aaron Rodgers, and Charles points out how critical it was that General Manager Joe Douglas fought to keep the first-round pick sent to the Green Bay Packers as conditional. Both agree the Jets will try to acquire a veteran familiar with OC Nathaniel Hackett's offense and discuss a few potential options (no, Tom Brady is not a realistic option.)

50:35 - News or Noise? The duo react to more news around the NFL and decide whether or not it's something to pay attention to or if it's just noise. The NFLPA has called for an end to turf fields, but Charles needs to see more evidence that turf fields actually cause injuries before this becomes news. Colin Kaepernick's agent reached out to the Jets, but after 7 years away from football, both agree it's not realistic to think he'll get another chance in the league. Arthur Smith said as long as his team –the Atlanta Falcons – is winning, his skill players aren't concerned about their usage, but both agree that won't last forever. There is mounting pressure on Smith to use Drake London and Kyle Pitts optimally.

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Disaster strikes for the Jets, Jordan Love looks legit and more Week 1 takeaways | The Exempt List

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Sep 2023 22:40:20 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by SB Nation's Justis Mosqueda to dive into the latest in a wild week in the NFL world. The duo start by discussing AI making its way into the NFL before recapping the Greek tragedy that unfolded on the field in last night's Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets primetime matchup, which resulted in Aaron Rodger's unfortunate injury. Later, Charles and Justis give more analysis from NFL Week 1, including the teams they have the least faith in going forward, and cap off the show with analysis about the Green Bay Packers' impressive performance against the Bears and what it means for their season.

2:50 - AI has made its way to the NFL and we're not sure how to feel about it. The Dallas Cowboys introduced a very creepy Jerry Jones AI portrait, while the Los Angeles Chargers had AI robots roaming the stadium on Sunday to promote a movie. Charles is creeped out.

7:40 - Disaster struck the Jets on Monday night, as Aaron Rodgers is out for the season with an Achilles injury. Charles was at the game and describes one of the most drastic shifts in energy he's ever experienced in the crowd. The duo discuss where the Jets go from here, where the Jets went wrong this offseason and a concerning performance for the Bills' Josh Allen.

30:00 - Charles and Justis dive into more takeaways from Week 1, including the apparent lack of development from the Chicago Bears and the Atlanta Falcons' refusal to use their most talented players. They each decide on a team they have the least faith in going forward.

42:25 - Justis covers the Packers, and he was excited about QB Jordan Love's performance in Week 1. A discussion about the Packers win over the Bears ensues, and what Green Bay should expect in a matchup against the Falcons this Sunday.

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Week 1 instant analysis & takeaways: Dolphins, Cowboys and 49ers dominate | Sunday Night Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 07:08:02 +0000

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab recap an exciting first Sunday slate of NFL action. Fitz and Frank discuss every game one by one and give their instant takeaways and analysis. The duo focus specifically on the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins, San Francisco 49ers and Cleveland Browns for their statement wins before giving their analysis on the rest of the games.

00:45 - The Cowboys showed us who they are with their dominant victory over the New York Giants, who looked unprepared for the Cowboys defense.

7:05 - It's time to believe in Tua Tagovailoa as one of the best in the NFL, as the Dolphins looked like true contenders in their gutsy win over the Los Angeles Chargers.

15:00 - Frank was skeptical of Brock Purdy prior to today, but he looked fantastic as the 49ers steamrolled the Pittsburgh Steelers.

20:25 - The Browns defense looked better than many anticipated as they shut down the Cincinnati Bengals offense, but the Bengals always start slow and should be okay going forward.

28:40 - Mike Vrabel made a decision today that probably cost the Tennessee Titans the game, as the New Orleans Saints managed to hold them off.

33:20 - Frank has been confident in the Green Bay Packers all offseason, and they showed today that they are going to challenge the Detroit Lions in the division. The Chicago Bears, on the other hand, look a little too similar to what they were last year.

35:50 - Jimmy Garoppolo showed up when it counts to give the Las Vegas Raiders their first win of the season. Russell Wilson seemed to be playing it a little too safe according to Frank.

38:40 - Both Trevor Lawrence and Anthony Richardson impressed, while the Jacksonville Jaguars managed to pull out a close win.

41:05 - Fitz may have been wrong about the Patriots. They managed to hang around and give Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles a game.

43:10 - Frank was shocked to see the Seattle Seahawks look this bad. The Rams young WRs looked great in Cooper Kupp's absence.

45:25 - The J.K. Dobbins injury could prove costly for the Baltimore Ravens, who had a pyrrhic victory today over the Houston Texans and may need to seek veteran help.

47:20 - Frank loves Kirk Cousins, but this was a classic Kirk Cousins game for the Minnesota Vikings. He had good stats, but not enough to win when it counted.

49:40 - Neither Desmond Ridder nor Bryce Young played great today, but they'll need time to get settled into their offenses. The lack of targets for Kyle Pitts and Drake London was inexplicable.

52:35 - The Arizona Cardinals came to play today, and Washington escaped with what Frank thinks is a disappointing win. They'll need to show up with more energy when they're not playing a team like the Cardinals.

55:20 - Fitz and Frank look ahead to Monday night, where the Buffalo Bills take on the New York Jets. Is the best game of the week yet to come?

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Chiefs-Lions recap: What's real and what's fake? + Burrow & Bosa contracts | Zero Blitz

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 8 Sep 2023 06:44:10 +0000

Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald kick off the inaugural episode of Zero Blitz by recapping an exciting start to the NFL season, where the Detroit Lions managed to hold off the depleted Kansas City Chiefs for a big victory. The trio recap the game and decide what's real and what's fake coming out of it. Later, the crew break down the Nick Bosa and Joe Burrow contract extensions, including the interesting timing of the Burrow announcement. Finally, the hosts get you ready for Week 1 of NFL action by giving the game they're most excited to watch this weekend.

7:30 - The Lions managed to hold on to beat a Chiefs team (without stars Travis Kelce and Chris Jones) by one point. This game showed that there's a limit to how much Mahomes can carry the team around him, as his receivers were repeatedly making unacceptable mistakes. On the Lions side, this is an exciting victory for a team that looks to be a true contender in the NFC, as their strengths were apparent and the defense (especially the secondary) seemed to be improved upon last year.

19:15 - Real or Fake? The trio decide what we can really take away from this game. Most importantly, the Chiefs clearly need Chris Jones back ASAP, and the Lions' dominant offensive line is no joke. Chiefs fans don't need to freak out quite yet, but this loss could end up hurting them later in the season in a tight AFC race for the first seed.

31:55 - Nick Bosa became the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history, and shortly afterwards, Joe Burrow became the highest-paid player overall in NFL history. Robinson thinks there was something to the timing of the announcement (right as the Chiefs game started) that might have been meant to take away the spotlight from Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, but he can't be sure. McDonald is excited that both Mahomes and Burrow are under long-term contracts, as the Chiefs' rivalry with the Cincinnati Bengals will continue for years to come.

44:20 - Each host gives a game they can't wait to watch this weekend for Week 1 of the NFL season. Charles McDonald is most excited for the Miami Dolphins to take on the Los Angeles Chargers to see if Tua Tagovailoa can pick up where he left off last year. Charles Robinson can't wait for the Buffalo Bills vs. the New York Jets on Monday night for all the storylines to come out of that game – no matter who wins. Fitz is excited to see the Pittsburgh Steelers against the San Francisco 49ers to see if two young quarterbacks can carry their talented rosters and make it a close game.

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Trey Lance trade makes no sense, Joe Burrow extension, RB drama + a BIG announcement

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 22:10:16 +0000

Charles Robinson, Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald join forces for the last time as You Pod to Win the Game as they react to a wild news week around the NFL. Jonathan Taylor may never play another snap for the Indianapolis Colts, the Dallas Cowboys shock the world and trade for Trey Lance, Josh Jacobs gets a one-year deal, Joe Burrow returns to practice ahead of his contract extension, and the crew give their most surprising cuts from roster cutdown day.

00:25 - Yahoo Sports has a new NFL podcast! Charles Robinson outlines the upcoming transition to Zero Blitz and what to expect as we level up our NFL coverage heading into the 2023 season.

6:55 - The Colts' deadline to trade Jonathan Taylor has passed, and he will now start the season on the PUP list. Robinson believes Taylor will never play another snap for Indianapolis.The Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packers have been named as potential trade partners, and it's looking like Taylor will be traded before the deadline in October.

19:40 - The Dallas Cowboys acquired QB Trey Lance from the San Francisco 49ers in a move that the hosts agree makes very little sense. Even if Lance develops into a good quarterback over the next few years, you'll immediately have to pay him what Dak Prescott is already being paid.

37:00 - Josh Jacobs and Las Vegas Raiders resolved their conflict as he receives a new deal. This patches things over for now, but if the Raiders struggle early, they're going to get phone calls about players like Jacobs, Davante Adams and Chandler Jones.

42:35 - Joe Burrow has returned to practice for the Cincinnati Bengals. Robinson expects his looming contract extension to get done before he steps on the field in the regular season.

50:00 - Most surprising cuts from roster cutdown day: the hosts are especially confused by the Arizona Cardinals cutting QB Colt McCoy, who was slated to be the starter all offseason with Kyler Murray out. It's clear the Cardinals are tanking for next season, but this move is still surprising.

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Rookie quarterback check-in, Chris Jones holdout, teams who changed our mind

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:09:20 +0000

It's an exciting week in the NFL, and Charles McDonald and Frank Schwab are here to give their analysis on all the latest news. Will Levis has a lifetime mayonnaise sponsorship, Chris Jones is threatening to hold out deep into the regular season, Jonathan Taylor is seeking a trade, Baker Mayfield has been named the starter and the Baltimore Ravens lost their 24-game preseason win streak. Later, the duo each give a team that's changed their minds through their surprising play this preseason and check in on each of the rookie quarterbacks (plus Jordan Love) as the preseason starts to come to a close.

6:00 - Kansas City Chiefs star DT Chris Jones has threatened to continue his holdout up to Week 8 of the regular season, which would cost him close to $10M in fines. Charles and Frank agree this likely a bluff for leverage, and they believe the contract could get done before the start of the season, even if it's not for the #30M+ that Jones is likely seeking.

12:40 - Jonathan Taylor has been given permission to seek a trade. The hosts discuss some potential landing spots, although Charles is pretty convinced that Indianapolis is the best place for him to be. Frank would love to see the Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills or even the Cincinnati Bengals make a play for the star RB.

22:55 - Baker Mayfield has been named the starting QB for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a drawn-out competition. The Buccaneers are not likely to compete for much this year given Tom Brady's massive dead cap hit, even in a weak NFC South.

32:35 - Teams that have changed our minds this preseason: Frank points out the Pittsburgh Steelers, as their offense looks to have taken a significant step under second-year QB Kenny Pickett. Charles likes what he's seen from the Washington Commanders, who have a loaded roster capable of making noise in the NFC East if QB Sam Howell can perform.

39:50 - Jordan Love has been balling out so far this preseason for the Green Bay Packers. Frank thinks the Packers roster has been underrated this offseason, and that Love is capable of being a top-15 QB or better this year. That could be enough to win the NFC North.

46:10 - Rookie QB check-in: It's been hard to evaluate Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young so far, as his offensive line hasn't been able to protect him. That's a major concern heading into the season. Houston Texans rookie C.J. Stroud has struggled a bit so far, and he's looked uncomfortable in the pocket. Charles thinks he needs to relax and settle into the Houston offense. Anthony Richardson has been lighting it up for the Indianapolis Colts, and Frank thinks a Cam Newton-like rookie season isn't off the table for him, as he can use his amazing size and speed to produce.

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Should Sam Howell be starting? Can the Panthers protect Bryce Young?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:08:01 +0000

Charles Robinson, Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald give their analysis on the latest news around the NFL – including the Washington Commanders naming Sam Howell as their starter – and give their biggest takeaways from New York Jets training camp after visiting last week. The trio wrap up the show with their biggest takeaways so far this preseason: Jori on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB competition, Charles Robinson on the offensive line problem around the NFL and Charles McDonald on the Carolina Panthers and whether or not they can protect Bryce Young.

4:25 - Sam Howell was named the starting quarterback for the Commanders, and while Robinson likes the move, McDonald doesn't see how Howell is a better option over Jacoby Brissett. The Charleses debate over which QB is the better option for the long term and the short term.

20:10 - Jets training camp recap: Jori was interested in Dalvin Cook's lack of energy in his first press conference as a Jet, while McDonald is concerned about their situation at offensive tackle, and specifically how they plan to get the most out of Mekhi Becton this season.

29:40 - Preseason takeaways: Charles Robinson thinks the NFL has an offensive line problem. Fewer and fewer prospects are coming out of college ready to pass protect in the NFL, and it's putting a heavy premium on good coaching. McDonald gives his thoughts on what's changed in recent years to cause this problem.

44:50 - Jori wonders if it's time for concern that the Buccaneers still haven't named their starting QB between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask. There is no sign of a decision being made despite players expressing their frustration. It's important that starting offenses have time to get on the same page – it's odd that it's taking this long.

53:05 - C Mac doesn't like what he's seen from the Panthers offensive line so far, and he wonders if they'll be able to protect their rookie starter, Bryce Young. Young is already undersized for the position, and Carolina doesn't have the weapons at skill positions to make up for their pass blocking deficiencies.

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Does Dalvin Cook change the Jets? Training camp takeaways

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 21:14:25 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein recap the whirlwind of news around the NFL, including the New York Jets signing Dalvin Cook, Jonathan Taylor returning to camp, the Dallas Cowboys paying Zack Martin and the New England Patriots signing Ezekiel Elliott. Later, the duo give their biggest takeaways from the latest training camps they've visited, including the Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, Tennessee Titans and Dallas Cowboys.

1:50 - The Jets signed Dalvin Cook, who is the cherry on top for a roster that looks ready to compete for a Super Bowl. The Jets are officially all in, and it's hard not to project them as legitimate contenders barring some concerns along the offensive line.

12:50 - Cowboys All-Pro guard Zack Martin gets paid, as he gets an $8M raise for the next two seasons. Martin is the kind of player who is a no-brainer to pay, but Dallas has a few big extensions coming up they'll have to plan for in guys like Micah Parsons and CeeDee Lamb.

20:50 - The Patriots signed Ezekiel Elliott, who will complement Rhamondre Stevenson in a backfield that needed a short-yardage guy.

24:25 - Jonathan Taylor returned to camp Monday, but there's no reason to think the tension between Taylor and the Indianapolis Colts is anywhere near resolved. Charles thinks the Colts would be right to pay Taylor, especially if they see Taylor and Richardson form a connection once the season starts. The running back market continues to be a hot topic of debate around the NFL.

39:30 - Jori visited Cowboys camp and is most excited to see their wide receivers take a big step forward. Dak and his receivers have made their chemistry a huge point of emphasis, and they added speedy veteran Brandin Cooks.

46:20 - Charles visited Steelers camp, and he thinks the connection between QB Kenny Pickett and his wide receivers (including Allen Robinson and George Pickens) has taken a jump. The AFC North will be a bloodbath this season.

52:50 - Building off the focus on QB and WR connections, Jori saw improvements in the game of both Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown. Brown appears to have gotten faster, while Hurts has put work into his passing and hopes to build off of a lethal 2022 campaign.

59:10 - Charles rounds out the podcast by giving his takeaway from Titans camp: this roster is being underrated. The defense is full of stars, while the offense seems to have added some exciting new pieces. If Ryan Tannehill can stay healthy, this team could compete in the AFC South.

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What we learned from NFL training camp, Hard Knocks recap

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 9 Aug 2023 19:12:39 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald start by reacting to the latest news around the NFL, including their thoughts on the first episode of Hard Knocks, some concerning comments surrounding Joe Burrow's injury and the situation with Jonathan Taylor and Kareem Hunt in Indianapolis. Later, they give some takeaways from training camps they've visited over the last week, including the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos and Arizona Cardinals.

2:10 - The duo give their thoughts on the first episode of Hard Knocks featuring the New York Jets. While Robinson enjoyed the energy and thought it was full of intriguing characters, McDonald thought it was too favorable towards Aaron Rodgers and clearly whitewashed by the team. Both agree it lacked real investigative journalism, but Robinson points out that you shouldn't expect that from a show like Hard Knocks anymore.

17:50 - Could Joe Burrow miss the first month of the season? WR Ja'Marr Chase made some comments that hint Burrow could miss regular season time. Robinson says if he were a Cincinnati Bengals fan, he'd be concerned that Burrow's calf injury could be more serious than the team is letting on.

24:15 - RB Kareem Hunt was brought in for a workout with the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts, who are both looking for backfield help after Alvin Kamara's three-game suspension and Jonathan Taylor's extended hold out, respectively. Robinson and McDonald both agree the best path forward for the Colts is to extend Taylor, who is the type of running back worth paying.

41:10 - Charles Robinson was at 49ers camp and thinks the quarterback race has been decided already. Sam Darnold and Trey Lance struggled mightily, and Brock Purdy appears to be the guy heading into this season. The team hopes he can repeat the magic from his 2022 campaign.

48:40 - Charles McDonald visited Ravens camp, and he is curious to see how this new-look offense will take shape. Will they ask QB Lamar Jackson to run as much as he has been in previous years, or will they allow him to command a more modern pass-heavy offense? Lamar looks like he's put on muscle and should have one of his best seasons ever if he can stay healthy.

55:20 - Robinson's main takeaway from Broncos training camp: decisiveness. Head coach Sean Payton clearly knows how he wants the team to be run, and it's immediately clear that he's establishing his culture already. There are a few injuries to be concerned about for Broncos fans, but the defense looks to be good once again while the offense hopes to bounce back with QB Russell Wilson in great shape.

1:01:30 - Robinson was at Cardinals training camp, and he was impressed by new head coach Jonathan Gannon's energy, and even said Gannon reminded him of when Mike Tomlin first took over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Cardinals are going to build around their defense and try to fix a culture that had been lacking over the past few years. He also thinks Gannon will put his weight behind QB Kyler Murray and won't look to move on in next year's draft without cause.

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Answering big questions around NFL training camp

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 2 Aug 2023 18:52:54 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein react to the latest news out of NFL training camp, including the contentious situation between the Indianapolis Colts and Jonathan Taylor, Joe Burrow's calf injury and the Denver Broncos WR injuries. Later, the duo attempt to answer some of the biggest questions to come out of the training camps they visited, including the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, Chicago Bears and Las Vegas Raiders.

3:55 - Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor has requested a trade, and tempers have boiled over after owner Jim Irsay made some odd comments about the situation. Both hosts agree it's very possible Taylor never plays another snap for the Colts, but Jori has trouble seeing how the Colts get much return in a trade given the availability of other cheaper running backs already in free agency. Irsay has made the situation harder to deal with for the Colts front office, and it appears one camp will need to make major concessions in order to get this resolved.

12:35 - Should Joe Burrow step on the field again before his contract has been signed given his calf injury? Jori talked to agents and front office executives, the majority of which believed it would be in Burrow's best interest to "hold in" until he becomes the NFL's next highest-paid player. The injury likely won't affect the dollar amount of the contract, but it has shifted the tone of the negotiations and added urgency to the situation.

20:25 - The Broncos had some unfortunate injury luck in their wide receiver room, as Tim Patrick is out for the season with a heartbreaking achilles injury. KJ Hamler will also miss time dealing with a minor heart condition. On the bright side, Charles points out this opens up opportunities for players like second-round pick Marvin Mims, who head coach Sean Payton is reportedly excited about.

27:20 - Have the Seahawks made up enough ground on the San Francisco 49ers to challenge for the NFC West title? Jori was at Seahawks camp and believes there is enough talent to give the 49ers a run for their money. Jori is most excited about the lethal WR trio in DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba, while Charles is rooting for a return to a dominant running style with RBs Kenneth Walker and Zach Charbonnet.

32:35 - How far can the Rams go this season with such a top-heavy roster? Charles thinks the best case for this roster is about nine wins, even with Matthew Stafford, Aaron Donald, Cooper Kupp and Sean McVay. While at camp, Charles said you can tell the team hasn't had a first-round pick since 2016.

45:35 - Is Bears QB Justin Fields ready to take the year three Josh Allen leap? Jori said reports were all positive coming out of Bears camp so far, but it's important to not set the bar too high with Fields. The style of offense the Bears are running won't require Fields to be an air raid quarterback, and fans shouldn't be expecting that from him. If Fields does improve upon last year, the Bears will be set up well to be serious competitors in the NFC.

51:15 - Should the Raiders keep WR Davante Adams on the roster? Only one season removed from the Raiders acquiring the star receiver from the Green Bay Packers, the team already looks to be in a different competitive phase. While they aren't tanking, it doesn't appear the Raiders will be ready to contend for a Super Bowl this season. Charles believes Vegas will need about three years before they are seriously competitive again. Is it smart to keep an expensive 30-year old wideout throughout that period? It will be interesting to see how the Raiders handle this dilemma.

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What does the Justin Herbert contract mean for Joe Burrow's future?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:53:27 +0000

On Tuesday afternoon, Justin Herbert became the highest paid QB in the league...for now. Despite signing the league's richest QB deal, after Jalen Hurts and Lamar Jackson did the same earlier this offseason, all eyes now shift to Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow, who was selected five picks ahead of Herbert and has won considerably more playoff games in their short careers.

Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to talk about what Justin Herbert's deal means for both the Los Angeles Chargers and the Cincinnati Bengals. With QB money going up and up, who will be the first franchise QB to not command upwards of $40 million (or $50 million) per year?

Next, they chat about New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley receiving some paltry incentives added onto his one-year deal, and how the potential $900k Barkley could receive will be very hard to earn and does nothing to change how running backs are paid in the league.

Later, Jori talks about what she learned visiting Cleveland Browns camp this week & Robinson reports from Dallas Cowboys camp, where there are high expectations for success in an easy-to-win NFC landscape.

3:15 - Justin Herbert's extension & Joe Burrow's impending deal

26:30 - Saquon Barkley's underwhelming contract win

40:10 - All eyes on Deshaun Watson at Cleveland Browns camp

48:50 - It's win-now mode at Dallas Cowboys camp

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All 25-and-under team, future of the RB position, Commanders sale

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 21:13:40 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald discuss the finalized sale of the Washington Commanders and Dan Snyder's legacy, the discourse around the league over the value of the running back position, Evan Engram's new contract and Dak Prescott before drafting the best team they can with only players aged 25 and under.

00:35 - The sale of the Washington Commanders is expected to be finalized today. Robinson and McDonald give their lasting memories of now former owner Dan Snyder's legacy in Washington, including some big free agency misses, a decaying stadium and more. Both believe brighter days are ahead for Commanders fans.

9:25 - The running back pay scale is reaching its tipping point as players are now publicly speaking out about the unfair nature of the running back market. Robinson puts forth a potential solution: getting rid of the franchise tag. He thinks the NFLPA should be all in on removing the franchise tag in the next CBA, as it will force teams to pay RBs before they run out of tread on the tires after 5-6 years. It'll be interesting to see how long Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs hold out of training camp.

20:45 - The Jacksonville Jaguars signed TE Evan Engram to a contract extension. Engram was a key part of their offense last year, but neither host thought this deal would get done before the deadline last Monday. Engram looks to be one of Trevor Lawrence's favorite weapons this year as the Jaguars hope to take advantage of a weak AFC South.

25:40 - Buy or sell: Dak Prescott will throw less than ten interceptions this year. Dak said earlier this week he hopes to throw under ten this season after throwing a career-high 15 in 2022. Although Dak is set up well for a bounce-back year in Dallas, this whole conversation ties into Dak's upcoming contract negotiations and whether or not he's earned another big payday.

33:55 - All-25 and under team offense! The Charleses debate between Trevor Lawrence and Justin Herbert at quarterback before selecting Bijan Robinson, Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, Garrett Wilson and Kyle Pitts for the skill positions. Andrew Thomas, Tristan Wirfs, Trey Smith, Tyler Smith and Creed Humphrey make up the offensive line.

55:35 - All-25 and under team defense: on the defensive line, the duo select Nick Bosa, Quinnen Williams, Jeffery Simmons and Micah Parsons. At linebacker, they select Jordyn Brooks and Patrick Queen. In the secondary they put Patrick Surtain II, Sauce Gardner and Tariq Woolen at cornerback and Kyle Hamilton and Antoine Winfield Jr. at safety.

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Thursday news roundup: Quinnen Williams, Saquon Barkley, Kyler Murray, HOF debates

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 22:59:35 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald recap the biggest news of the week, including Quinnen Williams' brand new extension, the New York Jets on Hard Knocks, Saquon Barkley's impending holdout and Kyler Murray's latest comments. Later, the duo debate over whether or not Andrew Luck, Cam Newton and Michael Vick deserve spots in the Hall of Fame and discuss the latest drama surrounding the leaked Jon Gruden emails.

2:25 - Quinnen Williams and the New York Jets have reached an agreement on a new four-year extension. While Aaron Rodgers is the most important Jets player right now, Williams could end up being a cornerstone for the Jets franchise for years to come. Robinson says league sources believe he could be the best DT in the NFL a few years down the road.

7:20 - The drama around the contract situation with Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants continues, as the deadline to sign franchise tagged players to an extension is Monday. Robinson expects that Saquon will sit out of at least some of Giants training camp to show his displeasure with the situation. It also seems unlikely that any of the other tagged players yet to receive extensions (Evan Engram, Tony Pollard and Josh Jacobs) will get one by Monday.

18:00 - The Jets have been selected to be on this year's edition of Hard Knocks. Robinson is most excited to see the dynamic between quarterbacks Zach Wilson and Aaron Rodgers, and how willing Rodgers is to coach Wilson up. McDonald is most interested in how palpable the tension will be around the building as the Jets enter a Super-Bowl-or-bust season. In other media news, Netflix released a new series following Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Marcus Mariota throughout the 2022 season, and Robinson gives his takeaways from the first episode.

34:10 - Kyler Murray made comments earlier this week that if things don't go well in Arizona, "we all have to look in the mirror." Both hosts agree that Murray has routinely shown a lack of ability to take personal accountability publicly, and morale appears to be at an all-time low in Arizona. Is it possible the Arizona Cardinals try to replace Murray next year if they get an early draft pick? Robinson and McDonald agree it's very much in play.

44:15 - Is Andrew Luck a Hall of Famer? The hosts discuss how the bar to enter the Hall of Fame has lowered over time, and whether or not Luck could qualify despite his short career. They extend the question to other fringe HOF QBs like Cam Newton and Michael Vick. Overall, Robinson believes none of the three will get in, but it's an interesting debate.

56:05 - Robinson and McDonald put on their detective hats and attempt to determine who leaked the Jon Gruden emails as Jon Gruden's lawsuit against the NFL begins to ramp up. The prime suspects are Roger Goodell himself, former Washington owner Dan Snyder (to take attention off the negative news around his team), or former NFLPA president DeMaurice Smith. Robinson wonders if, in fact, all of them were involved the leak in one way or another and believes this story is only just starting, as sources close to Gruden say that he is on a warpath to take on the NFL.

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2023 Fantasy Football Primer: top player, sleeper pick, top rookie and one to fade

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 5 Jul 2023 20:53:37 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab and Andy Behrens discuss the future of the running back position before joining forces to get you ready for fantasy football season, giving their top player, sleeper pick, top rookie and potential fade at the QB, RB, TE and WR positions.

1:05 - Frank and Andy kick things off by discussing the future of the running back position. Fewer and fewer long-term contracts are being handed out to even the top running backs in the game – are we seeing a permanent change in how the NFL plans to handle RBs? Although the situation is unfortunate, Frank thinks there's no real end in sight, and that teams will continue to rely on rookie contracts and franchise tags to avoid getting tied up long-term to a position with a high injury rate. Andy believes Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs is right to demand a new contract while he has the leverage to do so coming off a big season.

6:00 - Frank and Andy dive into their Fantasy Football Primer with the quarterback position. Both have Patrick Mahomes as their top QB, but they have a discussion around whether or not Lamar Jackson belongs in the conversation as well. Frank has Geno Smith as his sleeper pick and is fading Justin Herbert, while Andy opts for Sam Howell for his sleeper and fades Dak Prescott due to his low ceiling. Both agree that Indianapolis Colts rookie Anthony Richardson is the rookie to watch, as his sky-high rushing potential makes his floor higher than most would think.

31:45 - Both hosts agree the top running back this year is Christian McCaffrey even despite the injury concerns, but he is still behind Justin Jefferson and Ja'Marr Chase in overall rankings. Frank likes Dameon Pierce and Samaje Perine, while Andy loves Nick Chubb and Elijah Mitchell as value picks. Frank fades Breece Hall, while Andy fades Alvin Kamara. Both are excited to see rookie Bijan Robinson hit the field for the Atlanta Falcons.

46:35 - Tight ends: Is Travis Kelce still a first-round type of player? Andy thinks he still has a season or two left of dominance as the top fantasy TE. Both hosts are really excited about Detroit Lions rookie Sam LaPorta making an impact early. Frank is fading Mark Andrews this season.

55:10 - Wide receivers: Justin Jefferson is top dog, but Ja'Marr Chase isn't far behind. Frank likes Rashod Bateman and rookie Carolina Panther Jonathan Mingo, while Andy likes Nico Collins in Houston and rookie Jordan Addison in Minnesota. Frank is fading Keenan Allen, while Andy fades Christian Watson.

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NFL team tiers & top 2023 bounce-back candidates

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:35:55 +0000

Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald recap the latest NFL news including the NFLPA's new executive director and the latest round of gambling suspensions before diving into Charles' latest article on the five players most likely to have bounce-back seasons in 2023. Later, the duo each organize all 32 NFL teams into tiers. Charles and Jori go tier-by-tier to break down the teams all in on winning the Super Bowl, the teams in full rebuild mode and everything in between.

1:40 - NFL News! The duo react to Lloyd Howell becoming the new executive director of the NFLPA and what it means for the league as well as the latest round of gambling suspensions for a few Indianapolis Colts and a Tennessee Titan. Charles believes this will be one of the last times we see a big wave of gambling suspensions as players start to realize the consequences.

12:15 - Charles and Jori dive into Charles' latest article on the five players most likely to have big bounce-back seasons: Atlanta Falcons TE Kyle Pitts, Los Angeles Rams QB Matthew Stafford, Pittsburgh Steelers RB Najee Harris, Arizona Cardinals SAF Isaiah Simmons and Chicago Bears WR Chase Claypool.

25:25 - NFL team tiers: Jori and Charles organize every NFL team into five tiers of contention, starting with Super Bowl or bust. Both have the Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Cincinnati Bengals and San Francisco 49ers in this tier, but Charles includes the Buffalo Bills and the Baltimore Ravens with their talented roster and Jori includes the New York Jets with their addition of Aaron Rodgers and their short contention window.

32:55 - Super Bowl sleepers: both hosts have the Miami Dolphins, Seattle Seahawks and Dallas Cowboys in this tier, but Charles includes the Los Angeles Chargers and Jacksonville Jaguars because he loves the potential of their quarterbacks.

36:55 - Playoff hopefuls: both hosts include the Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints, Denver Broncos and Pittsburgh Steelers. Jori also included the Carolina Panthers because of their weak division, while Charles included the Cleveland Browns and the Atlanta Falcons.

42:00 - Middle class: Both lists have the Indianapolis Colts, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots here. Jori also included the Washington Commanders, as she thinks they have shown to be consistent and have solid talent on defense. Charles included the Los Angeles Rams and Las Vegas Raiders, as he thinks both teams have enough top-end talent to keep them out of the bottom tier.

51:45 - Full rebuild: Houston Texans, Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jori and Charles have a conversation about whether or not the Tennessee Titans also belong in this tier.

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Buying or selling NFL minicamp rumors

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 21:51:56 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson, Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald discuss the latest news around New England Patriots CB Jack Jones before diving into whether or not head coach Bill Belichick will retire a Patriot as he attempts catch up to Don Shula's regular season wins record. Later, the trio react to some of the boldest quotes to come out of NFL minicamp as they decide whether or not they're buying what teams are selling.

4:20 - Patriots CB Jack Jones is arrested for allegedly attempting to bring firearms on an airplane. This comes after Jones was suspended for the last two games of the 2022 season for reasons undisclosed by the team. Jones is a good player and will likely bounce back after this is resolved, but this is a highly unusual situation that makes the hosts wonder what he was thinking.

10:20 - Will Bill Belichick retire as a Patriot? Belichick is 30 games behind legendary head coach Don Shula's regular season wins record. With where the Patriots are, that could take 4 or more seasons. If Belichick did decide to start over somewhere else after next season, Robinson thinks NFL owners would likely be highly interested in hiring Belichick on name recognition alone.

19:50 - The hosts react to quotes from NFL minicamp, starting with Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker on QB Justin Fields' breakout potential. Could new acquisition D.J. Moore and a new offensive coordinator be the key to Fields taking a Josh Allen-like leap in year three? While no one is buying Fields becoming the best QB in the NFL, he certainly has a sky-high ceiling if the situation around him improves.

26:15 - The New York Giants have sky-high expectations for new tight end Darren Waller, who looks to bounce back from a disappointing 2022 with the Las Vegas Raiders. McDonald points out that Waller is likely going to be used as even more of a pure receiving threat than he was in Vegas, which could lead to a career year if everything lines up right.

35:20 - New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu says the addition of QB Derek Carr makes the Saints one of twelve teams that could "go the distance." New Orleans does have a pretty good defense, but there are way too many question marks on offense to be projecting this team as a contender, even in a weak NFC. However, the hosts agree that the Saints could absolutely make the playoffs given their competition in the NFC South.

41:50 - New York Jets safety Jordan Whitehead said Aaron Rodgers is having a similar culture effect on the Jets that Tom Brady had one the Tampa Bay Buccaneers when he was there. While C Rob thinks Brady was much more locked in and focused on football when he joined the Buccaneers, Jori believes Rodgers is having a very similar effect in New York regardless of the distractions off the field.

50:30 - John Harbaugh has high expectations for the Baltimore Ravens wide receivers this season, as he said they could end up being the best group in the NFL. While the group could easily end up being the best that QB Lamar Jackson has played with, none of the hosts think it has a real chance to be the best in the NFL given the various injury concerns.

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Could the Saudis ever buy an NFL team? Plus Saquon Barkley, Dalvin Cook and the RB market

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 19:44:52 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein analyze the latest news around the NFL as minicamps are underway, including the release of Dalvin Cook, Danielle Hunter and Chris Jones holding out, what might've happened with Stefon Diggs and the standoff between the New York Giants and Saquon Barkley. Later, Robinson dives into his latest piece on whether or not the Saudis could ever attempt to purchase an NFL team after what happened with the PGA.

1:50 - Dalvin Cook has been released by the Minnesota Vikings. Charles McDonald thinks it's tough to find a landing spot for him, but the hosts name the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs as logical landing spots. No one expects Cook to get as much money as he's probably seeking on the open market. For the Vikings, this move calls into question whether or not they are entering a rebuilding phase.

16:25 - Vikings EDGE Danielle Hunter and Chiefs DL Chris Jones are both holding out of minicamp seeking contract extensions. While Jones seems like a no-brainer for the Chiefs to get done, Hunter's could be more complicated depending on how close the Vikings see themselves to contending.

21:45 - What happened with Stefon Diggs? The Bills star WR reportedly left practice early due to a non-contract related issue. It’s unusual and concerning that nobody can determine what the issue was.

30:10 - Saquon Barkley is still dissatisfied with being franchise tagged and is looking for a long-term deal from the Giants before the July 17 deadline. Jori suggests the Giants offer a shorter deal that guarantees him similar money to two franchise tags as a way to bridge the gap.

39:25 - Could the Saudis ever buy an NFL team? The trio discuss how the NFL should be preparing for a foreign offer on an NFL team given the recent situation with the PGA. If a sovereign wealth fund put an offer on a team that was up to double its market value, how would the owners respond? The hosts believe this is something the NFL owners will quietly try to prepare for in the coming years.

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Major QB storylines heading into minicamp, are the Cardinals tanking?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 7 Jun 2023 21:51:57 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald start off by discussing the latest violation of the NFL's gambling policy (this time by Indianapolis Colts CB Isaiah Rodgers Sr.), the Buffalo Bills defensive line after signing Leonard Floyd and extending Ed Oliver and how soon we could see the New York Jets extend DT Quinnen Williams. Next, they discuss the best potential landing spots for former Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins. Later, they discuss the five major quarterback storylines heading into minicamps, including the Jets and Zach Wilson, the Colts and Anthony Richardson, the San Francisco 49ers and Trey Lance, the Denver Broncos and Russell Wilson and the Green Bay Packers and Jordan Love.

2:46 - Isaiah Rodgers is the latest player to violate the NFL's gambling policy. His situation, contrary to some of the more recent violations, is fairly clear cut because he apparently gambled on his own team.

9:20 - The Bills sign Leonard Floyd and extend Ed Oliver. Charles thinks the Bills are employing a similar strategy to the Los Angeles Rams a few years ago. as they invest in a deep defensive line while their window is open.

11:40 - Jori gives an update on the latest with the Jets and star DT Quinnen Williams, who is seeking a new contract. Can the Jets afford to Williams a market resetting deal given their very limited cap space?

15:30 - Where is the best landing spot for WR DeAndre Hopkins? Jori heard that the Bills were originally planning on trading for Hopkins, but it eventually fell through. She likes the Tennessee Titans as a landing spot, while Charles would love to see Hopkins on the Kansas City Chiefs.

27:15 - Major QB storylines heading into minicamp. Do the Jets need another backup behind Aaron Rodgers? Zach Wilson has not looked great so far in camp, and the Jets need to make sure they can survive if Rodgers is out for a few games.

34:15 - Colts rookie QB Anthony Richardson is trending towards being the week one starter in Indy. While many think Richardson needs awhile sit and learn, Charles thinks this could be the right move for Richardson as he learns on the job as long as the team doesn't have high expectations for year one.

40:00 - As 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan avoids questions about QB Brock Purdy, Charles wonders if Trey Lance might be playing himself back into contention for the starting role in SF. Jori and Charles discuss how the quarterback situation might play out.

45:00 - Is Russell Wilson primed for a bounce-back year under Sean Payton? Charles thinks he might be. Russ still has a playoff-ready roster around him in Denver, and once again the pressure all falls on him to get it done.

48:25 - Jori and Charles attempt to determine what would count as a successful year for Packers QB Jordan Love. He has a good offensive line and a decent roster around him, and the NFC North is still wide open. Charles wants Love to be at least top-15 in offensive efficiency stats.

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Top five available free agents, takeaways from Giants and Jets OTAs

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Jun 2023 19:16:44 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald give their biggest takeaways from witnessing New York Jets and New York Giants OTAs before diving in to Charles' top five available free agents and their ideal landing spots.

Jori and Charles kick things off by going through the biggest news around the NFL over the past week, starting with the news that Las Vegas Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo is undergoing foot surgery. Given the lack of depth behind Jimmy G in Vegas, Raiders fans should feel concerned that their season rides on his timely recovery. Next, the duo discuss the Arizona Cardinals releasing star WR DeAndre Hopkins. It's clear now that Arizona does not want to win this season, while Hopkins will likely want to play for a contender.

Next, Jori and Charles give their takeaways from Jets and Giants OTAs. Charles was most impressed with EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux and TE Darren Waller, while Jori thought it was interesting how well QB Aaron Rodgers appears to be fitting in early on in New York.

Later, the hosts go one-by-one through Charles' list of the top five free agents who are still available, including RB Ezekiel Elliott, WR Kenny Golladay, EDGE Leonard Floyd, DL Matt Ioannidis and TE Mercedes Lewis.

3:25 - Jimmy G undergoes foot surgery: should Raiders fans be concerned?

14:50 - Cardinals release WR DeAndre Hopkins

24:40 - Takeaways from Giants and Jets OTAs

33:55 - Top five available free agents

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NFL rule changes, TNF flexing, Aaron Rodgers hurt?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:46:40 +0000

Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab recap the biggest news to come out of the owner's meetings and the start of offseason programs around the league. First up is the news that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is receiving a three-year contract extension, but Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay hinted it could be Goodell's last three years in the role. This news surprised Frank and Jori, as Roger has, for the most part, done a fantastic job of protecting the owners and their interests during his tenure (contrary to his reputation with the fans). Next, the duo discuss the new special teams rule on kickoffs, which is meant to reduce concussions, and Thursday Night Football flexing. The reaction to both of these developments has been overblown, as the impact on the game will not be as high as most assume.

In other news, Green Bay will host the NFL Draft in 2025. Jori and Frank wonder how the small town will manage to fit so many people, given visiting NFL teams already have to stay in a hotel 40 minutes from the stadium. Frank and Jori also discuss the latest news on the Commanders sale, where one source told Jori they think the NFL is bending over backward to try to get the sale done.

Later, the duo move on to the latest news around OTAs, including the Jacksonville Jaguars signing Denver Broncos longtime kicker Brandon McManus, and the New York Jets working out punter Matt Araiza. The New York Jets are on a roller coaster of emotions with Aaron Rodgers as the Jets try to get a 39-year old quarterback through the offseason program totally healthy.

1:45 - Roger Goodell's contract extended. Could this be his last three years as commissioner?

9:25 - New change to the kickoff rule: the NFL had to do something about concussions, but is this really going to solve any problems?

14:55 - Thursday Night Football can now be flexed. The change is inconvenient for fans and players, and it's clear the NFL was trying to do something to appease Amazon after a lackluster slate in 2022.

20:35 - Green Bay will host the 2025 NFL Draft

27:30 - Commanders sale update

32:45 - Special teams news! K Brandon McManus and P Matt Araiza

40:00 - Aaron Rodgers injury concerns are popping up already. Is this going to be a long offseason for Jets fans?

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Second-year breakout candidates, Joe Burrow's looming contract extension

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 May 2023 21:00:38 +0000

Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald kick things off by analyzing the latest reporting around the looming contract extension for Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow, who has indicated he may be willing to take a more team-friendly deal like Patrick Mahomes or Tom Brady. Burrow's comments are yet another sign that Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson's fully guaranteed contract was a complete outlier. They move on to discussing the new wave of investigations by the NFL into gambling policy violations. What needs to change about the current set of rules to ensure these violations don't continue? Next, the duo talk about the report that San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance has improved his throwing motion this offseason. Robinson points out that once these type of reports start coming out, it's usually a bad sign for the state of the quarterback's career.

Later, Robinson and McDonald dive into second-year players who are primed for a breakout season, including Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder, Baltimore Ravens SAF Kyle Hamilton, Philadelphia Eagles DT Jordan Davis, New Orleans Saints CB Alontae Taylor and Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Rachaad White.

1:40 - Joe Burrow has indicated he'd be open to taking less money to ensure his teammates like WRs Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins can stay in Cincinnati. Is it smart for quarterbacks to take less money than the market allows?

17:10 - The NFL has reportedly launched a new round of investigations into violations of the gambling policy. Why is the NFL taking this so seriously? The duo discuss what the future of the NFL and gambling could look like.

31:50 - Trey Lance has improved his throwing motion. A report like this coming out could actually be more of a negative sign than a positive one.

38:15 - Second-year breakout candidates: can Desmond Ridder bring the most out of a Falcons offense that's loaded with young talent?

45:00 - Kyle Hamilton is primed to continue his momentum from late last season and become a superstar safety in 2023.

48:40 - Jordan Davis will play a key role in the Eagles defense this season alongside Jalen Carter and Fletcher Cox.

51:10 - 2022 second-round pick Alontae Taylor flew under the radar last season but will look to improve on a fantastic rookie campaign across from Marshon Lattimore in New Orleans.

54:05 - Rachaad White is the favorite to take over the bellcow role in Tampa Bay this season after a solid rookie year.

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Buying or selling stories from rookie minicamp & NFL schedule release

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 May 2023 21:56:23 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein kick off an exciting week of news around the NFL as the NFL schedule was released and rookie minicamps are officially underway. Charles and Jori start off by discussing the Cleveland Browns trading for pass rusher Za-Darius Smith. Combined with rumors surrounding RB Dalvin Cook, could the Minnesota Vikings be entering a period of "competitive rebuild?" How long can we expect QB Kirk Cousins to be there? Next, the duo discuss the sale of the Washington Commanders, which has been agreed to, but the owners still need to officially approve the deal. In other news, New York Jets DT Quinnen Williams has removed all mention of the team from his Twitter profile as he seeks a contract extension. The duo finish off the news portion by addressing the Ja Morant controversy in the NBA and how sports leagues should handle situations like this going forward.

The NFL schedule was released last week, and Jori recaps her article discussing the biggest takeaways from the 2023 NFL schedule, including some high-profile QB battles, interesting playoff rematches and the season opener between the Kansas City Chiefs and Detroit Lions.

Finally, Charles and Jori discuss some of the more intriguing soundbites to come out of rookie minicamps and decide whether they're buying what the teams are selling. The discussion centers around the Carolina Panthers and rookie QB Bryce Young, Indianapolis Colts rookies Anthony Richardson and Josh Downs, the Philadelphia Eagles and rookie DT Jalen Carter and the Tennessee Titans and rookie QB Will Levis.

1:35 - The Vikings traded Za'Darius Smith to the Cleveland Browns. Could they be entering a rebuilding phase under GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah?

11:00 - The Washington Commanders are about to be sold, but how soon could the deal officially go through?

17:45 - Quinnen Williams demands a new contract and removes the Jets from his social media. Can the Jets afford to pay Williams what he wants?

29:35 - Charles argues that professional sports leagues should consider creating a standard for what is and isn't worthy of a suspension based on players' social media activity to avoid future controversies like what's happened with NBA star Ja Morant.

36:15 - Jori gives her top takeaways from the NFL schedule release

42:20 - NFL rookie minicamp soundbites: buying or selling? Bryce Young, Anthony Richardson, Jalen Carter and Will Levis

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Declined fifth-year option bounce-back candidates & Nick Bosa interview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 May 2023 22:17:23 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein kick things off by reacting to the news that New York Giants NT Dexter Lawrence has reached an agreement on a contract extension. The Giants are building through the trenches, and Lawrence looks to be a big part of the future in New York. In other news, Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay was upset to hear that the Washington Commanders had reached out to former Colts QB Andrew Luck last season. Jori thinks Irsay's reaction was a little overblown given the Commanders never appeared to seriously pursue Luck.

Next, the duo take a look at the record number of fifth-year options declined from the 2020 draft class, as they attempt to find which players from that group could still bounce back and land a big payday next season. Jori likes Commanders EDGE Chase Young, while Charles likes Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love, linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Patrick Queen and New York Jets OT Mekhi Becton.

Jori finishes the show by sitting down with San Francisco 49ers EDGE Nick Bosa, who discusses the 49ers defense under new DC Steve Wilks and his preparations for a run at another Defensive Player of the Year in 2023.

00:00 - Intro

1:30 - Dexter Lawrence agrees to a four-year extension with the New York Giants

7:20 - Colts owner Jim Irsay threatens Commanders after they reached out to Andrew Luck. Is Irsay becoming a loose cannon in Indianapolis?

19:00 - Declined fifth-year option bounce-back candidates: Chase Young, Jordan Love, Jordyn Brooks, Patrick Queen, Mekhi Becton, Isaiah Simmons

49:30 - Nick Bosa talks DeMeco Ryans, Robert Saleh, Steve Wilks, winning DPOY and the future of the 49ers

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Eight biggest storylines to watch this NFL offseason

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 May 2023 23:58:51 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein rank their top eight NFL storylines to watch as we head into the offseason. The duo kick things off by looking at the Green Bay Packers and if QB Jordan Love can show he has what it takes to be the new franchise QB in 2023. Next, they evaluate the quarterback situation with the Tennessee Titans, who now have a QB competition in Ryan Tannehill, Malik Willis and 2023 second-round pick Will Levis. At the sixth spot is Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns. Can Watson significantly step up his play from last season to earn his fully guaranteed contract? At number five are the incoming mega-contracts for the Los Angeles Chargers' Justin Herbert and the Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Burrow. Both will look to be the highest-paid player in NFL history, but it's a stalemate as to who will be paid first, especially given the history with the two teams and their ownership. In the fourth spot, Charles and Jori discuss the precarious quarterback situation with the San Francisco 49ers. Brock Purdy is just starting to return from a serious elbow injury, Trey Lance has reportedly lost favor with the organization and Sam Darnold is looking to come in and revitalize his career. The 49ers have a roster ready to contend for another Super Bowl if they can work it out at QB. The number three storyline is whether or not Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa can stay healthy after suffering multiple concussions in his young career. At number two, New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers is already reportedly skipping some of the Jets offseason programs. Is it a concern that Rodgers doesn't seem to be 100% bought in on reshaping a losing culture in New York? The top spot goes to the new rookie QBs, as it'll be fascinating to watch which young QBs (Bryce Young, CJ Stroud, Anthony Richardson, Will Levis and Stetson Bennett) will start week one.

00:00 - Intro

1:10 - #8. Can Packers' Jordan Love prove he's the next great quarterback in Green Bay?

12:25 - #7. Who will be the starting QB for the Titans in 2023?

18:35 - #6. Can Deshaun Watson become the player Cleveland expected when they traded for him?

26:05 - #5. Who will be paid first: Justin Herbert or Joe Burrow?

34:10 - #4. Can the 49ers find stability at the quarterback position with Sam Darnold, Trey Lance and Brock Purdy?

41:50 - #3. Can Tua Tagovailoa stay healthy and help the Dolphins realize their full potential?

47:25 - #2. Is Aaron Rodgers 100% bought-in in New York on building a winning culture with the limited window they have?

53:55 - #1. Which rookie quarterbacks are going to start week one?

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2023 NFL Draft takeaways, Lamar Jackson signs historic contract extension

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 May 2023 23:04:13 +0000

Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein kick off the show by discussing Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson signing a record-breaking 5 year, $260M contract. Although the process was long and contentious, the Ravens and Jackson finally come to an agreement they can both be happy about. The group attempt to set expectations for the Ravens heading into 2023, as they must now attempt to build a better offense around their franchise quarterback.

Next, the trio react to and give their key takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft. Each host gives their favorite and least favorite draft classes and Charles Robinson discusses why Philadelphia Eagles GM Howie Roseman has received so much praise over the course of the draft. The group also discuss how the members of the All-Juice Team fared on draft day and which quarterback-team fits they like best.

1:50 - Lamar Jackson signs a record-breaking contract with the Ravens. This deal was able to come together after the Jalen Hurts contract gave both parties a realistic reference point. Expectations should be set high for the Ravens this season as they surround Jackson with the most offensive talent he's ever had.

20:05 - Least favorite draft classes: Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons. Both teams reached for non-premium positions while failing to address the larger problems affecting the roster.

28:00 - Charles Robinson loved the Eagles draft and gives GM Howie Roseman his due credit for always staying one step ahead when building his roster.

40:10 - Favorite draft classes: Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle Seahawks and New York Jets. All three teams looked like they had a plan going in and executed it perfectly.

49:50 - How did the All-Juice Team fare in the draft? WR Zay Flowers, OL O'Cyrus Torrance and DL Mazi Smith were among the favorite player-team fits.

55:50 - Favorite quarterback-team fits: Jori is most excited about Bryce Young to the Carolina Panthers, while Charles McDonald can't wait to see CJ Stroud as a Houston Texan. Charles Robinson is concerned about Will Levis' fit with the Tennessee Titans. Either way, the AFC South just got interesting.

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2023 NFL Draft first round recap & instant analysis

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 07:33:05 +0000

Charles Robinson, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab kick off their instant reaction to round one of the 2023 NFL Draft by discussing the Houston Texans' massive trade-up from 12th overall to third overall to select EDGE Will Anderson Jr. Charles gives the inside story behind how the trade went down, while Frank hates the trade and thinks they drastically overpaid.

Next, the trio discuss the Indianapolis Colts selecting Florida QB Anthony Richardson fourth overall. Is Indy really the best place for Richardson given he will likely need time to develop? The group round out the draft by giving some of the most surprising picks of the night (looking at you, Detroit Lions) and some of the biggest winners before taking a look ahead at day two and some of the best prospects still left on the board.

00:25 - The Texans traded up with the Arizona Cardinals to select Will Anderson Jr. third overall. C Rob and Jori like the trade for the Texans, but Frank thinks the cost was just too high. Either way, GM Nick Caserio likely saved his job.

22:35 - Indianapolis Colts select Anthony Richardson. You never know what the Colts are going to do, and there are concerns about whether they will force Richardson into action too early, but his potential is sky high.

29:00 - How did QB Will Levis fall out of the first round? Nobody saw this coming, and no one is sure where his slide will end. There's clearly something about Levis' evaluation that scouts didn't like.

36:20 - Favorite/most surprising picks of the night: Everyone was shocked and fairly disappointed by both of the Detroit Lions' picks. The Cardinals made a great pick at #6 with Paris Jonson Jr, and the Eagles got away with two Georgia steals in Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith.

47:00 - Looking ahead to day two: there are still multiple players who many NFL teams had first round grades on who are available, including CB Joey Porter Jr. and TE Michael Mayer.

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Aaron Rodgers to the Jets, fixing every AFC team

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 01:18:19 +0000

Charles McDonald, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab give their instant reactions to news that the Green Bay Packers have traded four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets. Everyone likes the trade a lot for the Packers, and hopes Rodgers can take advantage of a loaded Jets roster to perform in year one. The trio also give their thoughts on the recent gambling suspensions given out to five players, including Detroit Lions first-round pick WR Jameson Williams. While the NFL's punishment for players gambling has seemed harsh, it's clear they're making sure they nip it in the bud as sports gambling becomes more popular. Later in the show, the group dive into fixing every AFC team one at a time. The hosts take turns giving one major move each team could make that would improve their odds at contending for a Super Bowl.

3:00 - Aaron Rodgers has finally been traded to the Jets. Everyone is excited about the return for the Packers, as they are very likely to get a first-round pick in next year's draft. This is a big risk for the Jets; hopefully it pays off.

11:35 - Five players were suspended for gambling, including former Lions first-round pick Jameson Williams, who was supposed to be a big part of Detroit's offense. The pressure is now on for the division favorite Lions to perform without a key part of their offense for the first six games of the season.

22:40 - Fixing the AFC West: Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs and Raiders

29:45 - Fixing the AFC East: Jets, Patriots, Dolphins and Bills

42:25 - Fixing the AFC North: Steelers, Bengals, Ravens and Browns

54:25 - Fixing the AFC South: Texans, Jaguars, Titans and Colts

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Making one big move to fix every NFC team

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 23:00:28 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein kick things off by diving further into Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts' new massive extension and what that means for the Baltimore Ravens and QB Lamar Jackson. Next, they discuss the San Francisco 49ers and their QB Brock Purdy's latest comments when he spoke with Jori last week regarding his elbow surgery. They also address the rumors that the 49ers are looking to trade QB Trey Lance, and discuss what compensation it would take for other teams to acquire the young player. Later, Charles and Jori make one move (either through the draft, free agency or a trade) that would drastically improve each NFC team heading into the 2023 season.

1:45 - The Eagles made an aggressive play by signing QB Jalen Hurts to a massive extension. Charles and Jori discuss how this contract affects Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, who is rumored to want a fully guaranteed deal.

12:55 - Jori interviewed 49ers QB Brock Purdy last week, and the young quarterback said he wasn't sure when he would be able to play next season. Overall, Jori believes this quote wasn't as bad as people thought, as it's still far too early in Purdy's recovery from elbow surgery to know when he'll be able to play.

19:15 - Rumors have been circulating about 49ers QB Trey Lance potentially being traded. Charles believes this is very likely, and doesn't think the compensation would have to be very high for. teams to acquire him. Charles likes the Minnesota Vikings and Tennessee Titans as potential landing spots.

29:30 - Fixing every NFC East team: Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders and New York Giants.

38:35 - Fixing every NFC South team: Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints.

44:30 - Fixing every NFC North team: Detroit Lions, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers.

53:30 - Fixing every NFC West team: Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals.

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Jalen Hurts signs mega-deal & 2023 All-Juice Team in honor of Terez Paylor

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 21:35:36 +0000

Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald kick off the show by giving their immediate takeaways on Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts' massive contract extension before going position-by-position as they reveal and explain the process behind their 2023 All-Juice Team.

1:35 - Eagles make QB Jalen Hurts the highest-paid player in NFL history with a five-year, $255M contract extension. This deal caps off a fantastic three-year career arc for Hurts, who was originally drafted to be a backup, but it also resets the QB market going forward.

10:15 - Robinson introduces the All-Juice Team and explains how each pick was made through a tier system.

17:20 - Quarterback: Bryce Young. There was some debate between Young and Florida's Anthony Richardson, but Young won out due to his production at Alabama.

22:15 - Running Back: Tulane's Tyjae Spears. McDonald sees Spears as a home run threat who plays bigger than his size.

24:05 - Wide Receivers: A.T. Perry, Zay Flowers and Tank Dell. Dell is undersized but dominated at the Senior Bowl.

28:15 - Tight End: Darnell Washington gets the spot for his elite athleticism and blocking ability.

31:35 - Offensive Line: Peter Skoronski and Darnell Wright at tackle, and O'Cyrus Torrance, Chandler Zavala and Olusegun Oluwatimi on the inside. The duo prioritized offensive line to protect Bryce Young.

38:20 - Defensive Line: Mazi Smith, Gervon Dexter, Calijah Kancey and Will McDonald. This group has an enormous ceiling with a lot of raw talent.

48:10 - Linebackers: Dee Winters, Isaiah Land and Aubrey Miller. This LB class is fairly weak, especially getting into the later rounds.

51:55 - Cornerbacks/Safeties: Christian Gonzalez, Julius Brents, Starling Thomas, Chris Smith and Kaevon Merritweather. McDonald loves Smith's reliability coming from Georgia.

56:25 - Favorite late-round pick from the All-Juice Team: McDonald picks OL Chandler Zavala, while Robinson goes with Houston WR Tank Dell.

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Biggest risers & fallers in the 2023 NFL Draft

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 23:08:19 +0000

Charles Robinson & Charles McDonald recap the latest news from around the NFL, including the Jeff Okudah trade and concerning news around Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwell. Later, the duo dive into their biggest risers and fallers in the 2023 NFL Draft.

00:35 - Detroit Lions trade CB Jeff Okudah to the Atlanta Falcons for a fifth-round pick. It's a fresh start for Okudah, but the compensation seems low for Lions. This is a big miss for Detroit, but the Falcons may have gained a starting cornerback for cheap.

11:50 - Arbitration has been filed against Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwell. The allegations are very concerning, and Bidwell's reputation as an owner could be a big reason why the Cardinals organization continues to struggle year after year.

24:15 - New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley has refused to sign the franchise tag so far as he pursues a long-term deal. Charles Robinson thinks this situation represents how the entire NFL now views running backs. Even elite RBs like Barkley will have a very hard time getting paid going forward.

35:30 - Florida QB Anthony Richardson has been one of the biggest risers of the 2023 NFL Draft, as his athletic testing blew teams out of the water. Charles McDonald wonders if QBs could go in each of the first four picks this year.

40:40 - Is Georgia QB Stetson Bennett a riser in this draft? Neither host loves Bennett as a prospect, but the QB had a lot of buzz after a positive performance at the combine.

48:10 - Georgia DL Jalen Carter fell throughout the draft process, but how far? Both hosts agree that at the end of the day, Carter will likely end up being picked close to where he was originally projected. Carter is too good of a prospect to pass on.

57:25 - Notre Dame TE Michael Mayer may be a faller in this draft not through fault of his own, but because the tight end class around him has impressed throughout the athletic testing process.

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Favorite player-team fits in the 2023 NFL Draft & OBJ to the Ravens

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 22:06:41 +0000

Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald kick off the show by giving their reactions to WR Odell Beckham Jr. signing a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens. Next, the duo attempt to break down which six teams have reportedly inquired about trading up to the third overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Later, Robinson and McDonald go through C Mac's top-five favorite player-team fits in the draft and how likely each fit is to become reality.

00:25 - Free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens. It's clear that the Ravens made this move to sway QB Lamar Jackson, and it appears to have worked. Jackson seems pleased with the addition, and if OBJ can stay on the field, he could be a big upgrade to a Baltimore offense that lacks playmakers outside of the quarterback position.

16:25 - A report surfaced that six NFL teams have inquired about trading up to the third overall pick. The duo attempt to determine which six teams they were and put forth some potential trade scenarios that would get the deal done. Could a team further back in the draft like the Minnesota Vikings or Tennessee Titans make a huge move to get their new QB? What would make it worth it for the Arizona Cardinals?

32:15 - Ad Break

32:20 - Charles McDonald's favorite fit for QB C.J. Stroud is the Carolina Panthers. How likely is it that Stroud goes first overall?

37:25 - Tyree Wilson to the Atlanta Falcons? They need help along the defensive line, but Robinson isn't sure that drafting Wilson in the top ten is good value.

41:20 - Peter Skoronski to the Chicago Bears? This pick makes all too much sense given Skoronski's Chicago connection and his ability to play anywhere along the offensive line.

46:15 - Will Anderson to the Cardinals? New head coach Jonathan Gannon needs weapons on defense, and Anderson is the obvious fit if Arizona doesn't trade back.

50:15 - Zay Flowers to the Los Angeles Chargers? The Chargers need more speed on offense, and Flowers would round out a very solid group of weapons for QB Justin Herbert.

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Mock Draft! Reviewing Charles McDonald's latest mock draft

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Apr 2023 00:28:14 +0000

Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald go pick by pick through Charles McDonald's latest 2023 NFL mock draft as they discuss the top prospects and their ideal landing spots.

00:30 - The duo discuss a few of the veteran quarterbacks that remain available and how they could shape the draft if teams miss out on their guy. Lamar Jackson, Ryan Tannehill, Matthew Stafford and maybe even Aaron Rodgers remain available for the right price.

8:15 - Carolina Panthers select QB C.J. Stroud first overall. Although this has been reported as a lock, Charles Robinson thinks the Panthers are not quite decided yet.

13:50 - Houston Texans select QB Bryce Young second overall. Houston is in love with two quarterbacks in this draft, and Young is likely their top choice.

18:40 - Arizona Cardinals select EDGE Will Anderson third overall. Although Arizona would likely want to trade back, Anderson would be a huge lift to their weak defensive line.

22:50 - Indianapolis Colts select QB Will Levis fourth overall. Levis going before Anthony Richardson would be a surprise, but McDonald suspects Levis fits the Colts' ideal QB better.

28:20 - Seattle Seahawks select DL Jalen Carter fifth overall. Head Coach Pete Carroll has never shied away from taking on risky prospects, and Carter could be an enormous boost to a struggling defensive line.

35:10 - Picks 6-10: Anthony Richardson to the Detroit Lions, Christian Gonzalez to the Las Vegas Raiders and more.

50:15 - Picks 11-31: The duo speed through the second half of the first round and highlight a few of the most interesting picks, including WR Jaxon-Smith Njigba to the Green Bay Packers and RB Bijan Robinson to the Philadelphia Eagles.

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2023 NFL Dark Horse Predictions Show

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 4 Apr 2023 00:42:26 +0000

Charles Robinson and Charles McDonald take a way-too-early look at the 2023 NFL season by giving their dark horse predictions for AFC and NFC champions, MVP, rushing and receiving leaders and coach of the year.

2:20 - Charles Robinson gives an update on the Aaron Rodgers trade. The New York Jets and Green Bay Packers are still deep in negotiations, and this will probably drag out through the draft.

9:00 - The Tennessee Titans have been active in the QB market, and they might be looking to trade Ryan Tannehill. The duo discuss possible landing spots and what's next for the Titans.

18:55 - Charles Robinson gives an insider perspective on the rumors that NFL draft prospect Jalen Carter's team visits and interviews have not gone well. Charles McDonald thinks Carter will still be drafted early.

26:00 - Dark horse AFC & NFC Teams: Charles McDonald picks the Indianapolis Colts and Green Bay Packers, while Charles Robinson picks the Cleveland Browns and Seattle Seahawks.

46:50 - Dark horse MVP: McDonald picks New Orleans Saints QB Derek Carr, while Robinson picks Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa.

50:50 - Dark horse rushing and receiving yards leaders: McDonald picks New England Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson and New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson, while Robinson goes with Houston Texans RB Dameon Pierce and free agent WR Odell Beckham Jr. (but only if he signs with the Kansas City Chiefs).

58:30 - Dark horse coach of the year picks: McDonald picks Atlanta Falcons HC Arthur Smith, and Robinson picks Carolina Panthers HC Frank Reich.

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Top takeaways from the 2023 NFL owner's meetings

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 02:48:23 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Jori Epstein to recap the biggest takeaways coming out of the 2023 NFL owner's meetings, including the potential sale of the Washington Commanders, new changes to the 2023 NFL rule book and the latest on Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson. Later, the duo discuss two teams who are heading into pivotal seasons in 2023: the Cleveland Browns and the New England Patriots.

00:25 - Kansas City Chiefs superfan "Chiefsaholic" arrested for an alleged bank robbery. Charles and Jori joke about how this all went down and dive into one of the more interesting stories out of the offseason.

6:50 - A group has come forward with a fully financed bid to purchase the Washington Commanders. Charles believes it's only a matter of time before the deal goes through and Dan Snyder is no longer the owner.

20:10 - New rule changes: Charles and Jori give their analysis on the three biggest changes to the NFL rule book this season – players wearing the number zero, teams potentially playing two Thursday night games and only one roster cut down date at the end of the preseason.

35:35 - Lamar Jackson returns to Twitter, but this time the duo agree that he might be doing more harm to his contract negotiations than good. Jackson elaborated on the severity of his injuries last season, which could make it even less likely he gets the fully guaranteed contract offer he's reportedly looking for.

43:55 - This is a pivotal season for the Cleveland Browns and QB Deshaun Watson. Watson received a historically massive guaranteed contract last season, and so far it's looking like a mistake.

52:50 - Is there a rift growing between New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and owner Robert Kraft? Comments from Kraft at the owner's meeting seem to indicate so. If Belichick's roster doesn't begin showing improvement this season, could we see the legendary coach on the hot seat in 2024?

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Favorite NFL draft prospects, Lamar Jackson requests a trade

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 03:33:44 +0000

Charles Robinson joins us from the owner's meetings in Phoenix, Arizona accompanied by Charles McDonald to discuss the biggest news around the meetings, including Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson announcing he requested a trade. Later on, Charles McDonald gives his five favorite prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft.

00:30 - Lamar Jackson announced he officially has requested a trade. Both hosts agree this doesn't change the dynamic of the current situation much, but it does make it less likely Jackson returns to Baltimore in 2023 unless the Ravens offer the contract he is looking for.

16:15 - Charles Robinson gives an update on the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets working out a deal to send Aaron Rodgers to New York. Charles says the two sides aren't far apart, but there are some key disagreements that still need to be worked out before Rodgers becomes a Jet. The Packers are likely looking to get a first-round pick and more out of the deal.

26:00 - Charles McDonald goes through the list of his top-five favorite prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft: QB Bryce Young, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, EDGE Tyree Wilson, CB Christian Gonzalez and OL Peter Skoronski.

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Post-free agency AFC & NFC power rankings

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 21:12:57 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Jori Epstein to do a way-too-early top seven teams in the AFC and NFC heading into the 2023 season post-free agency.

1:50 - Top two teams in the AFC: Jori thinks the Cincinnati Bengals will take the top spot this season, but Charles thinks the Chiefs will hold on to the top spot in the AFC.

10:40 - Who will be better in 2023: the Miami Dolphins or Jacksonville Jaguars? Both teams have made impressive additions this offseason.

17:00 - AFC #4-7: Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Chargers and Denver Broncos are all mentioned to round out the cream of the AFC crop.

39:10 - Are the Baltimore Ravens poised to plummet in 2023? The situation with Lamar Jackson has no end in sight, and even if he returns, he likely won't be happy playing on the franchise tag.

43:15 - Top two teams in the NFC: Both agree that the Philadelphia Eagles are poised to repeat as NFC champs, but the San Francisco 49ers are right on their tail in the second spot.

48:10 - Who will better in 2023: the Detroit Lions or Dallas Cowboys? Both agree the Lions have made huge strides this offseason and will look to contend for a top spot in the NFC this season, but have they done enough to deserve the third spot?

56:05 - NFC #4-7: Seattle Seahawks, Carolina Panthers, New York Giants and Chicago Bears are all mentioned to round out the top seven.

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NFL free agency winners and losers: Lamar Jackson, 49ers, Panthers and more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 23:28:37 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to recap the latest news around NFL free agency, including OT Laremy Tunsil signing a historical extension with the Houston Texans, the Carolina Panthers building around a rookie, Cincinnati Bengals signing OT Orlando Brown Jr, the latest with Lamar Jackson and more before diving into some biggest winners and losers of 2023 NFL free agency.

00:25 - Houston Texans make OT Laremy Tunsil the highest-paid OL in NFL history. All agree this is a great signing for Houston, who are likely planning on bringing in a young quarterback in the draft.

6:45 - Lamar Jackson is a clear loser of free agency so far. There are no signs that he and the Baltimore Ravens are any closer to reaching a deal. Charles McDonald wonders if the Ravens need to start thinking about life after Lamar if they can't get a deal done by the draft.

17:30 - Carolina Panthers are taking care of business and building around the rookie quarterback they're going to draft in April. The group likes their veteran signings, including QB Andy Dalton, RB Miles Sanders, Wr Adam Thielen and TE Hayden Hurst.

26:30 - WR Brandin Cooks traded once again, this time to the Dallas Cowboys. Jori thinks he slides in as WR2 from day one.

34:25 - Bengals QB Joe Burrow is a winner of free agency as Cincinnati signs OT Orlando Brown Jr. It's a great move for the Bengals, but Brown missed out on a lot more money if he would've signed last year.

41:40 - WR Odell Beckham Jr. is a loser of free agency. His market just hasn't materialized the way he'd hoped, and Charles Robinson wonders if OBJ will ever return to the level of play many expect from him.

55:35 - Lightning round winners: San Francisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, Atlanta Falcons

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Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets and NFL free agency takeaways

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 03:04:08 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to discuss the latest news around NFL free agency, including Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers' statement that he intends to play for the New York Jets, TE Darren Waller's trade to the New York Giants, NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter's disastrous pro day, Dallas Cowboys releasing star RB Ezekiel Elliott and more.

00:20 - Aaron Rodgers announced that he intends to be traded to the New York Jets. The trio discuss how this decision was made for Rodgers, what the expectations are for the Jets now entering 2023 and how Rodgers will be received by the New York sports market.

28:55 - Dallas Cowboys release longtime RB Ezekiel Elliott. Jori gives her analysis on why Jerry Jones chose to make this move, what it means for Dallas and their new RB1 Tony Pollard and the best landing spots for Zeke.

36:00 - Charles Robinson expresses concern about the number of starters the Philadelphia Eagles have lost so far. It will be interesting to see if the younger players on the roster can step up.

39:45 - Las Vegas Raiders trade TE Darren Waller to the New York Giants. This move doesn't make much sense for the Raiders, who seem to be blowing it all up for next season, but it is a very high upside move for New York.

46:45 - Charles McDonald wonders what the offseason plan is for the Arizona Cardinals, who have been extremely quiet so far this offseason.

53:00 - More free agent signings: Baker Mayfield to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and analysis on why the Denver Broncos have been such big spenders early in free agency.

1:03:35 - What should we make of top NFL Draft prospect DL Jalen Carter's disastrous pro day? Carter showed up having gained weight and did not finish his drills, apparently due to fatigue. It is clear that Carter's tough offseason will start to have an effect on his draft position. Charles McDonald gives his take on how far Carter could fall on night one of the 2023 NFL Draft.

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NFL free agency day one takeaways, Panthers trade up and Jalen Ramsey traded

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 03:15:08 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab and Charles McDonald to recap day one of 2023 NFL free agency, discuss the Panthers' bold trade up to first overall in the 2023 NFL Draft and analyze the Dolphins' trade for Jalen Ramsey.

00:20 - Aaron Rodgers needs to hurry up. The New York Jets are still awaiting his decision and are putting themselves in a bind with not much of a backup plan if it falls through.

10:30 - San Francisco 49ers get aggressive and sign DT Javon Hargrave and QB Sam Darnold. Their defense is looking completely dominant for next season.

18:15 - Las Vegas Raiders sign Jimmy Garoppolo. Is this an upgrade? Charles Robinson thinks Jimmy is a much better fit for head coach Josh McDaniels, but Frank and Charles McDonald can't see how this moves the needle for Vegas, especially given the other teams in their division.

25:45 - Kansas City Chiefs sign OT Jawaan Taylor and likely plan to move him to left tackle for the 2023 season.

31:25 - Atlanta Falcons get aggressive, make OL Chris Lindstrom the highest-paid guard in NFL history and sign SAF Jessie Bates. Frank thinks the moves don't amount to much unless they pursue QB Lamar Jackson.

42:00 - Carolina Panthers acquire the first overall pick from the Chicago Bears. All agree that this is a rare win-win trade. Charles Robinson thinks the Panthers don't know yet which quarterback they're planning to take.

48:40 - Los Angeles Rams trade CB Jalen Ramsey to the Miami Dolphins. Ramsey still has a few good years left at cornerback and will now be playing with a chip on his shoulder.

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Lamar Jackson's market is hotter than you think & 2023 free agency preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Mar 2023 06:38:26 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein give their insider analysis on the unique situation with Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson and why the initial interest isn't as high as we thought it would be. They also address the New York Giants signing QB Daniel Jones to a huge new contract and give a quick preview of an intriguing 2023 NFL free agent class.

00:25 - New York Giants sign QB Daniel Jones to a 4-year, $160M contract and place the franchise tag on RB Saquon Barkley. Was this the right move? How should Giants fans feel about the future?

12:00 - Jacksonville Jaguars WR Calvin Ridley wrote a heartfelt "Letter to the Game" where he gave context to the gambling scandal that led to his suspension for the entire 2022 season. Charles and Jori both think the letter is exactly what the doctor ordered and that Ridley could be on his way to a huge comeback in Jacksonville next season.

20:50 - The Ravens placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on QB Lamar Jackson, meaning other teams have the opportunity to acquire him if they can agree to a contract. The market has seemed a lot cooler than most would've thought, but Charles is adamant that this is how these things go and Lamar could still very well be on the move. The fact that Lamar represents himself also seems to be hurting him in this situation.

48:00 - 2023 free agency preview: Charles and Jori take a thousand-foot view of the upcoming free agent class by discussing the top players available, the best position groups (offensive and defensive line) and which teams are poised to make a splash once the legal tampering period opens.

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Derek Carr to the Saints, Geno Smith returns to the Seahawks & combine takeaways

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 7 Mar 2023 07:54:12 +0000

Hosts Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein start by recapping the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine and giving their primary takeaways. Later, the duo recap a crazy day of news in the NFL ahead of the franchise tag deadline, as we saw the New Orleans Saints sign QB Derek Carr, the Seattle Seahawks sign QB Geno Smith, running backs Tony Pollard and Josh Jacobs get franchise tagged and much more.

00:40 - Key takeaways from the combine: hold your horses on the Anthony Richardson hype; Bryan Bresee and Stetson Bennett saw their stock rise.

10:30 - Saints sign Derek Carr: are they now the runaway favorite in the NFC South?

18:10 - Geno Smith signs with the Seahawks. How will this QB market affect Daniel Jones' negotiations with the New York Giants?

25:30 - What it means for Lamar Jackson's future with the Baltimore Ravens if he receives the exclusive vs. the non-exclusive franchise tag on Tuesday

35:00 - Running back news! The Dallas Cowboys franchise tagged RB Tony Pollard and the Las Vegas Raiders franchise tagged RB Josh Jacobs, while Tennessee Titans star RB Derrick Henry is apparently available for trade.

49:15 - Why didn't the Kansas City Chiefs franchise tag tackle Orlando Brown Jr?

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Lamar Jackson contract talks a disaster, Daniel Jones wants $45M, does Bryce Young's size matter?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 3 Mar 2023 21:35:39 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab to discuss the biggest NFL news stories swirling around the NFL combine in Indianapolis, including Bryce Young's size measurements, Jalen Carter returning, the Las Vegas Raiders' plans at quarterback, the Baltimore Ravens' negotiations with Lamar Jackson, Daniel Jones' contract talks, Aaron Rodgers and more.

00:40 - Does Bryce Young's size actually matter? Young's weight measurement at the combine may be the most anticipated size measurement in years, but will it actually affect his draftability?

14:25 - The Raiders are rumored to be out of the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes and all in on acquiring a rookie quarterback. What would it take for Vegas to move up from the seventh pick to the first in the 2023 NFL Draft?

23:35 - Lamar Jackson's contract talks with the Ravens have taken yet another turn for the worse following GM Eric DeCosta's comments at the combine. Could a Lamar Jackson trade actually become reality?

34:55 - At first it was thought Daniel Jones' camp asking for $45 million per year from the New York Giants was a negotiating tactic, but Charles thinks they may be serious. Charles and Frank wonder if any team in the NFL would pay that amount in free agency.

48:00 - Charles was amused by Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy's comments on former offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, which seemed to imply McCarthy thought the offense was almost too explosive. Frank and Charles are concerned about what the Cowboys offense will look like in 2023.

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NFL combine news roundup: Jalen Carter arrest warrant, NFLPA team report cards

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Mar 2023 04:31:43 +0000

Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein join forces from Indianapolis at the site of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine to give updates on the biggest news stories around Indy, including the troubling news surrounding Georgia defensive lineman and top NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter and the NFLPA releasing team report cards for every team's facilities.

3:15 - Jalen Carter has a warrant for his arrest for allegedly being involved in a street racing incident. Could these allegations change his draft status, and if so, how drastically?

17:50 - What the Chicago Bears choose to do with the first overall pick will shape the way the 2023 NFL Draft plays out, so what are the underlying factors going into the decision? Will the Bears choose to trade QB Justin Fields and select a rookie QB? Will they trade back? Or will they select one of the top non-quarterbacks first overall?

32:20 - The NFLPA released "team report cards," where over a thousand current NFL players reviewed their team's facilities in eight different categories. Charles and Jori react to the top and bottom ten rankings along with some of the wilder stories to come out of the report.

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Best potential fits for the top quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL Draft

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sun, 26 Feb 2023 22:34:52 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein recap the biggest news of the week from around the NFL, including the latest in a string of bad press around Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson and the Los Angeles Rams releasing LB Bobby Wagner and reportedly looking to trade CB Jalen Ramsey. Later, the duo look at the quarterback selections Charles made in his latest 2023 NFL mock draft and what each fit would look like.

2:15 - Russell Wilson reportedly wanted Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll fired before he left Seattle. What can Sean Payton do to fix the locker room in Denver and get Russ back on track?

8:20 - Are the Los Angeles Rams tearing it down? They released star LB Bobby Wagner and are reportedly looking to trade star CB Jalen Ramsey. Charles and Jori discuss what the Rams might be up to, along with ideal landing spots for Ramsey in a trade.

22:20 - Mock Draft: Houston Texans select C.J. Stroud second overall. What could Stroud accomplish year one in Houston?

32:00 - Indianapolis Colts select Bryce Young fourth overall. Could the Colts make the playoffs in 2023 with Young at the helm?

41:20 - Detroit Lions select Anthony Richardson sixth overall. Could Richardson be closer to a day-one starter than most think?

49:35 - Las Vegas Raiders select Will Levis seventh overall. Should the Raiders pass on drafting a quarterback early this year?

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2023 NFL Combine Preview: top players you need to watch at each position

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:11:29 +0000

Charles McDonald is joined by Bleacher Report's Derrik Klassen to discuss the latest NFL news before diving in to the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, which starts next week in Indianapolis. Charles and Derrik go through the top players to watch at each position and how next week could shake up the draft board for some of the top prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft.

1:50 - Tennessee Titans released longtime tackle Taylor Lewan, along with WR Robert Woods, K Randy Bullock and LB Zach Cunningham. Charles and Derrik agree this signals the start of a rebuild in Tennessee.

4:50 - New coordinator hires: Indianapolis Colts hire OC Jim Bob Cooter and Denver Broncos hire DC Vance Joseph. The hosts are a little confused about the Cooter hire, but Vance Joseph should be able to take full advantage of a talented Denver defense.

12:15 - Combine Preview: Quarterbacks: Anthony Richardson could have one of the best Combine workouts by a QB ever. Bryce Young will look to prove he has the necessary size to take NFL hits.

19:00 - Wide Receivers: Jalin Hyatt, AT Perry, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Zay Flowers

26:30 - Running Backs: Bijan Robinson might be the best overall player in the entire class. Tyjae Sharp and Devon Achane also look to impress.

31:25 - Tight Ends: Michael Mayer, Dalton Kincaid and Luke Musgrave

35:25 - Offensive Line: O'Cyrus Torrance, Broderick Jones, Peter Skoronski, Paris Johnson Jr. and Dawand Jones

38:40 - Defensive Line: Jalen Carter, Mazi Smith, Bryan Bresee, Myles Murphy, Tyree Wilson and Will Anderson round out a strong draft class along the defensive line.

48:55 - Linebackers: Drew Sanders, Henry To'oTo'o and Trenton Simpson

51:25 - Cornerbacks: Charles loves Georgia's Kelee Ringo, while Derrik loves Oregon's Christian Gonzalez

53:30 - Safeties: Alabama's Brian Branch and Jordan Battle and Georgia's Christopher Smith. Derrik thinks Kei'Trel Clark from Louisville is a good sleeper to watch.

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2023 NFL Draft quarterback class breakdown & Houston Texans offseason preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:21:11 +0000

Host Charles McDonald is joined first by the Houston Chronicle's Jonathan Alexander to recap the latest news around the NFL (Eric Bieniemy to the Commanders, Daniel Jones' contract and more) before diving into the Texans and what moves we can expect from new head coach Demeco Ryans this offseason. Later, Charles is joined by the Athletic's Nate Tice to do a deep dive on the top four quarterbacks in the 2023 NFL Draft.

2:55 - News lightning round: Eric Bieniemy hired as Washington Commanders Offensive Coordinator & Assistant Head Coach, Vic Fangio hired as Dolphins Defensive Coordinator, Rex Ryan returns? And Daniel Jones' latest contract rumors.

13:40 - Who will the Texans draft at #2 overall? Will they definitely pick a quarterback?

20:35 - What can we expect from the Texans this offseason?

33:00 - 2023 NFL Draft Profile: Bryce Young

36:50 - 2023 NFL Draft Profile: CJ Stroud

42:10 - 2023 NFL Draft Profile: Anthony Richardson

47:20 - 2023 NFL Draft Profile: Will Levis

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Aaron Rodgers top landing spots, Cardinals and Colts head coach hires and Derek Carr

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:18:21 +0000

Host Charles McDonald is joined by the Athletic's Rhiannon Walker and SB Nation's Justis Mosqueda to discuss the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts head coach hires (Jonathan Gannon and Shane Steichen respectively), Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers' future as he embarks on his four-day darkness retreat along with potential landing spots and best destinations for now-free agent and former Las Vegas Raider Derek Carr.

1:40 - Super Bowl Recap: the group wonders how Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy still doesn't have a head coach job after dismantling Philadelphia's elite defense in the Super Bowl.

8:45 - Cardinals hire former Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon to be their next head coach. Is this the right guy to get Kyler Murray playing at his full potential?

20:10 - Colts hire former Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen to be their next head coach. What will Indy look to accomplish in the draft, and what pieces does Steichen have to build around?

32:30 - Aaron Rodgers' darkness retreat is underway and the hosts try to determine what Rodgers could possibly expect to accomplish. Next, they determine the best landing spots for Rodgers should he choose to continue playing, including the New York Jets, and what the trade compensation could look like.

50:05 - Derek Carr was released by the Raiders. Charles, Rhiannon and Justis try to determine the best landing spot for him and where he ranks among the available quarterbacks.

1:01:25 - Justis and Charles try to convince Rhiannon that the USFL and XFL changing the notorious "fumble out of the endzone" rule is actually a terrible idea.

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Sunday Night Freestyle: Patrick Mahomes does it again, Kansas City Chiefs win Super Bowl

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:16:25 +0000

Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs victory over Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII. The duo analyze what the victory means for Kansas City, the performance of each team's offense and defense, the controversial holding penalty and finish things off with a look at the key upcoming offseason decisions for each team.

00:30 - General takeaways: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes overcame a high ankle sprain he suffered three weeks earlier to defeat the Eagles at the buzzer in Super Bowl LVII.

7:00 - Charles and Frank discuss the controversial defensive holding call on James Bradberry at the end of the game, and both agree that the penalty was actually the correct call.

18:00 - Eagles offense: Jalen Hurts had a great game and probably deserved Super Bowl MVP.

24:50 - Chiefs offense looked unstoppable. Charles and Frank give Head Coach Andy Reid a lot of credit for scheming so well against an elite Eagles defense.

37:30 - Chiefs offseason preview: how Kansas City can keep the dynasty rolling in 2023

43:45 - Eagles offseason preview: how Philly can build around Jalen Hurts for the future

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Super Bowl preview: Chiefs vs. Eagles potential X-factors + Derek Carr's best landing spot

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:21:31 +0000

Charles Robinson, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab gather at the site of the Super Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona to discuss NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's latest comments on officiating, whether or not Derek Carr is a fit for the New Orleans Saints, the Dallas Cowboys' new offensive coordinator and to preview the biggest x-factors for the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs this Sunday.

The trio start off the show by recapping the biggest storylines to come out of Roger Goodell's State of the League presser, including Charles' question on how Roger feels about the state of officiating in the NFL.

Next, the group reacts to the news that Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr visited the Saints facility earlier this week. Everyone agrees the Saints offense could be a cushy landing spot for Carr, but question whether the Saints should be going after veteran quarterbacks or if it's time to rebuild and start with a young draft pick.

The Cowboys have their new offensive coordinator in former Cowboys consultant and journeyman OC Brian Schottenheimer. Jori points out that this move reinforces head coach Mike McCarthy's desire to have full control over his offense going into 2023 after mutually parting ways with Kellen Moore, but the hope is that Schottenheimer can be a "new voice" who can help take QB Dak Prescott's game to another level.

Finally the group move on to discuss the Super Bowl. Each host gives their pick for a potential game-changing x-factor to keep your eye on before diving into the fascinating stories behind the two quarterbacks in this game: Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts. They discuss each player's respective injuries they'll be battling through, how the Eagles created such a strong roster around Jalen Hurts and how this game could affect Hurts' contract talks moving forward. Finally, each host gives their pick for who will hoist the Lombardi Trophy along with a prediction for Super Bowl MVP.

1:00 - Roger Goodell's comments on the state of officiating in the NFL

12:20 - Is Derek Carr a good fit for the New Orleans Saints?

16:30 - Dallas hires Brian Schottenheimer to be their new offensive coordinator

24:05 - Super Bowl Preview: biggest potential x-factors and game-changers

28:50 - Patrick Mahomes vs. Jalen Hurts: injury updates, contract talk and how they got here

51:50 - Super Bowl Picks: picking the winner and Super Bowl MVP

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Super Bowl News Roundup: 2023 NFL Draft buzz, Sean Payton, Cardinals & Colts head coach searches

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 8 Feb 2023 02:06:12 +0000

Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald and Dan Wetzel are in Phoenix, Arizona for Super Bowl week as they give the inside scoop on all the latest buzz around the NFL, including new coaching hires, Sean Payton's latest comments and the top 2023 NFL Draft prospects.

The last two teams without a head coach, the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts, are steadily narrowing down their options. Charles Robinson thinks Arizona needs to go after an offensive guy to get Kyler Murray's career back on track, and wonders if Murray needs to have a good season in 2023 to still be considered a franchise quarterback. The Colts head coach situation is murkier, as it's unclear if they plan to bring back interim head coach and former Colts center Jeff Saturday.

There were a few other coaching hires to discuss, including Steve Wilks becoming San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator, a job that has led to two consecutive head coaching hires in Robert Saleh and Demeco Ryans. Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores heads to Minnesota to become the Vikings defensive coordinator. Former Denver Broncos DC Ejiro Evero heads to Carolina to coordinate Frank Reich's defense in 2023.

New Broncos head coach Sean Payton didn't mince words in comments to the press earlier this week as he made it clear QB Russell Wilson's personal staff would no longer be allowed in the facility. Everyone is feeling optimistic about the Broncos, and Charles McDonald thinks Payton's no-nonsense coaching style might be just the thing Wilson needs to get back on track. Under the right leadership, Wilson may still have gas left in the tank.

The episode ends with an update on the 2023 NFL Draft as the Senior Bowl just wrapped up last week. Although this class looks a little weak compared to some previous years, there are a few prospects that it's hard not to get excited about. Everyone is excited about Florida QB Anthony Richardson, who has all the tools necessary to be an elite NFL QB but will need time to sit and learn in a patient organization. Other players like Texas RB Bijan Robinson and Alabama QB Bryce Young present intriguing options in the first round.

5:15 - Cardinals head coach update & Kyler Murray's future

12:00 - Colts head coach update: Is Jeff Saturday returning in 2023?

17:45 - New DC hires: Steve Wilks, Brian Flores, Ejiro Evero

27:40 - Super Bowl preview: what we heard at opening night in Phoenix

37:00 - Broncos HC Sean Payton's comments towards Russell Wilson

45:50 - 2023 NFL Draft preview: Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young, Bijan Robinson

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News Roundup: Sean Payton to the Broncos, Demeco Ryans to the Texans, Tom Brady Retires

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Feb 2023 01:55:00 +0000

Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap all of the latest news from around the NFL, including the Denver Broncos trading to acquire head coach Sean Payton, the Houston Texans hiring head coach Demeco Ryans and Tom Brady retiring (again).

Tom Brady announced via social media that he is retiring from football at age 45, exactly one year after his first retirement. Is Brady gone for good this time? Charles and Frank agree that Brady is likely done, but if there's one scenario that could tempt Brady back to the NFL for one more season, it'll likely be the San Francisco 49ers. If the injury to Brock Purdy ends up being serious, it could lead to the 49ers giving Tom a call. As for the future of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, both agree that it would make sense for them to pursue former Las Vegas Raiders QB Derek Carr. The Buccaneers also hold the 19th overall pick if they decide to target a quarterback in the draft.

The Broncos gave up a first-round pick and more to acquire decorated veteran head coach Sean Payton from the New Orleans Saints. After taking a year off, Payton will take on an underperforming roster and attempt to resurrect Russell Wilson's career. Frank thinks Broncos fans should be very excited about the move, but Charles points out that Payton will likely make large changes to the makeup of the roster, and some of those changes may take time to yield results. He encourages fans to stay patient.

The Texans got their first choice to take over as head coach in former 49ers defensive coordinator and Texans LB Demeco Ryans, who will look to lead the Texans organization out from rock bottom. Both Charles and Frank absolutely love the hire for Houston and think endorsements from Houston icons like JJ Watt go a long way. Ryans' first priority will be addressing the quarterback situation, and Charles and Frank both think the second overall pick in the draft is a prime spot to do so.

The Dallas Cowboys fired offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, who heads west to take charge of a highly potent Los Angeles Chargers offense captained by Justin Herbert. Frank thinks this is a slam dunk hire for LA, who desperately needed to bring in a coordinator who could help Herbert reach his full potential. Mike McCarthy will take over play-calling duties in Dallas, a sign that he is looking to put his future in his own hands as he enters year four with the Cowboys. This will be a make-or-break year for McCarthy, and it's looking like he will be making some big changes in 2023.

1:00 - Tom Brady retires (for real this time?)

19:25 - Broncos acquire head coach Sean Payton

32:40 - Texans hire head coach Demeco Ryans

41:30 - Cowboys fire OC Kellen Moore, Mike McCarthy takes over offensive play-calling

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Conference Championship Sunday Night Freestyle: Chiefs and Eagles advance to Super Bowl LVII

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:46:26 +0000

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab join forces to recap Sunday's conference championship action as the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles advance to Super Bowl LVII and the Cincinnati Bengals and San Francisco 49ers fall just short. Charles and Frank unpack the events of both games and start to look ahead towards what should be a clash of titans in the Super Bowl.

Patrick Mahomes' ankle held it together just enough for him to throw for 326 yards and 2 touchdowns as the Chiefs narrowly defeated Joe Burrow and the Bengals with a game-winning field goal coming off a disastrous roughing the passer penalty from defensive end Joseph Ossai. Charles and Frank discuss how impressive this game was for Mahomes, the controversy over the officiating and how tonight may have ignited the NFL's next classic playoff rivalry akin to Manning vs. Brady.

Earlier Sunday, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles steamrolled the 49ers and their rotating cast of pass-throwers following an early injury to quarterback Brock Purdy. The duo analyze what the loss means for the 49ers, what we learned about Jalen Hurts and the Eagles and how the injury to Brock Purdy could entirely shift the 49ers' offseason plans.

00:30 - Bengals @ Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes defeats Joe Burrow and the Bengals and a new rivalry is born

19:00 - 49ers' future: How Brock Purdy's injury could affect San Francisco's offseason

29:00 - Jalen Hurts and the Eagles cruise to an easy victory: but what did we learn about them that we can take into the Super Bowl?

38:00 - Early Super Bowl Preview: How do the well-balanced Eagles match up against the top-heavy Chiefs?

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AFC & NFC Championship preview + Panthers hire Frank Reich & Jets hire Nathaniel Hackett

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 01:59:29 +0000

Charles Robinson, Frank Schwab and Charles McDonald react to the Carolina Panthers hiring Frank Reich and the New York Jets Jets hiring Nathaniel Hackett as OC before previewing the AFC & NFC Championship games coming Sunday.

The Panthers announced the hiring of former Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich. It'll be interesting to see how he decides to handle the quarterback situation. Frank Schwab wishes the Panthers had just kept interim head coach and former defensive coordinator Steve Wilks, but everyone is convinced he will get another chance soon enough.

The Jets hired former Denver Broncos head coach and Green Bay Packers offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett as their new OC. Is this a sign that the Jets could be looking to acquire Aaron Rodgers? Charles McDonald thinks the Jets might actually have a better offensive foundation in place than the Packers. Even if they don't end up acquiring the veteran Rodgers, Hackett should be able to contribute early to a team that, according to Charles Robinson, believes they are not far off from contending.

While taping the podcast, the news dropped that Dallas Cowboys DC Dan Quinn will be staying in his role for another year. This is huge news for the Cowboys, who manage to hang onto Quinn through yet another head coach hiring cycle. It's concerning news for teams like the Broncos who have yet to hire their next coach, as the premiere options are starting to dwindle.

Next the trio move on to the NFC championship game, where Brock Purdy will look to evade the nasty Philadelphia Eagles pass rush, and Jalen Hurts will attempt to crack a tough San Francisco 49ers defense. Charles McDonald believes Hurts may be able to throw it deep against San Francisco – the cornerbacks may be their one weakness.

The AFC championship game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Kansas City Chiefs hinges on the health of star quarterback Patrick Mahomes and whether or not he can overcome the ankle injury that affected his play last week. Mahomes was, shockingly, a full participant in practice on Wednesday and was seen jogging on the field. Regardless of Mahomes' status, Robinson believes the key to stopping the Chiefs will be slowing down tight end Travis Kelce, who is Mahomes' safety valve and tends to dominate in playoff games. Charles McDonald picks the Bengals; he thinks their streak of three straight victories against Kansas City will continue for at least one more game.

00:25 - The Panthers hire Frank Reich to be their next head coach

13:55 - The Jets hire Nathaniel Hackett to be their next offensive coordinator. Is Aaron Rodgers next?

29:50 - Cowboys DC Dan Quinn announces he's staying in Dallas. What does this mean for teams without head coaches?

37:15 - 49ers @ Eagles Preview: Which offense will crack first against elite defense? Purdy and the 49ers or Hurts and Eagles?

50:00 - Bengals @ Chiefs Preview: Can the Bengals stop the Chiefs just short of the Super Bowl for the second straight year? Is Mahomes going to be more healthy than we all thought?

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Championship Week News Roundup: Tom Brady's future, Daniel Jones' contract, Sean Payton update

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 02:42:19 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald to discuss the hottest storylines around the NFL heading into conference championship weekend, including rumors surrounding Tom Brady's future, how the New York Giants plan to handle Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley's contract negotiations and whether or not Sean Payton returns to the NFL as a head coach in 2023.

Rumors are swirling around the league as Tom Brady erupted on his podcast when asked questions about his future, and was recently seen in Miami touring schools for his children. Will the 45-year old return to the NFL, possibly in a new uniform? Or will he hang up the cleats and begin his commentating career?

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick hired former Houston Texans head coach and longtime associate as offensive coordinator. What does this mean for Mac Jones and the struggling New England offense?

Giants GM Joe Schoen seemed to indicate earlier this week that the Giants may favor Daniel Jones over star RB Saquon Barkley if a decision needed to be paid, but is that the right call? Charles Robinson reports that the Giants may need to give Jones $40M or more per year to retain him.

We are in the midst of the head coach hiring cycle, but the news surrounding longtime New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton returning to the NFL has slowed over the last few days. The trio dive into what could be causing this, and whether or not Payton is even interested in any of the coaching jobs available. In other head coaching news, Indianapolis Colts head coach Jeff Saturday looks like he's trending towards keeping the job in 2023. Charles McDonald wonders if it's even possible that Saturday could take a significant year two leap.

00:20 - Will Tom Brady return to Tampa Bay in 2023? Or will he return at all?

14:10 - New England Patriots hire Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator

20:35 - Giants contract updates: will they extend Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley or both?

39:10 - Sean Payton may not return to the NFL in 2023

46:30 - Jeff Saturday is currently on track to continue as the Colts head coach in 2023

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Divisional Round Monday Morning Freestyle: Bengals and Eagles look dominant, Chiefs and 49ers survive and advance

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 20:00:25 +0000

Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap a weekend of NFL divisional round playoff games that saw the Cincinnati Bengals and Philadelphia Eagles steamroll the Buffalo Bills and New York Giants on their way to championship weekend as the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers earned hard-fought victories over the Jacksonville Jaguars and Dallas Cowboys.

2:09 - The 49ers rolled to yet another consecutive victory, this time over the Cowboys. QB Brock Purdy showed he's able to improvise, and this team, led by Coach of the Year candidate Kyle Shanahan, is beginning to look unstoppable. Things are more complicated for the Cowboys, however, who have to navigate a murky offseason and try to accumulate more talent around Dak Prescott, specifically at the wide receiver position.

18:25 - The Bengals looked dominant in their victory over the one-time Super Bowl favorite Buffalo Bills. The snow seemed to only affect the Bills as the Bengals run game got going despite a banged up offensive line. The Bills look to make another run next year despite QB Josh Allen's cap hit nearly doubling.

32:30 - QB Jalen Hurts looked entirely recovered from his shoulder injury as the Eagles defeated the Giants. The Giants should feel great about the season they had and their future going forward under Head Coach Brian Daboll. The Eagles look like they're just getting started, as they have now won 15 of their 16 games with Hurts at quarterback this season.

41:44 - QB Patrick Mahomes looks to have suffered a high ankle sprain as Kansas City defeated Jacksonville. Early indications are that he could play this weekend, but he will almost certainly be less than 100%. Jacksonville should be proud of the season they've had under Head Coach Doug Pederson, and can look forward to welcoming star WR Calvin Ridley next year.

55:15 - Charles and Frank give their initial thoughts on the upcoming conference championship games this weekend: 49ers @ Eagles and Bengals @ Chiefs.

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Divisional round preview, coaching carousel news + new Titans & Cardinals GM hires

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 02:30:24 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to recap the latest news around the NFL as the head coach and GM hiring cycle kicks into full gear and to preview the 2023 divisional round of the NFL playoffs.

The trio start off by diving into some of the latest news around the NFL. Los Angeles Chargers OC Joe Lombardi was fired, but this might be a good thing for QB Justin Herbert, as he can have a fresh start with a new offense without losing the stability that comes with head coach Brandon Staley returning for the 2023 season. Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson announced he's staying in Detroit for 2023, which is fantastic news for Lions fans. Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh has said he will not be returning to the NFL for the 2023 season, but his proven track record as an NFL head coach means fans and front offices alike will likely continue pursuing him in the coming years.

The Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals have their new general managers, as former San Francisco 49ers Director of Player Personnel Ran Carthon heads to Nashville and former Tennessee Titans Director of Player Personnel Monti Ossenfort heads to Glendale. Charles Robinson has heard great things about Carthon's leadership ability, but he's concerned about the future of Kyler Murray and the Cardinals given the turmoil within the organization over the past year.

Charles, Jori and Charles move on to discuss an intriguing slate of matchups in the divisional round this Saturday and Sunday, as the group believes the Jacksonville Jaguars may have a shot against Patrick Mahomes and the dominant Kansas City Chiefs if Trevor Lawrence is at the top of his game. The New York Giants could keep their matchup close against the top-seed Philadelphia Eagles, but the Eagles roster looks better at nearly every position. The group is excited for the Cincinnati Bengals to take on the Buffalo Bills, but it'll be important to watch the injury report for the Bengals, as their depleted offensive line could get overwhelmed without the help of OT Jonah Williams. Finally, the Dallas Cowboys look to keep rolling against the San Francisco 49ers. The key to this game will be whether or not QB Dak Prescott can keep his stellar play from last week rolling against possibly the best defense in the NFL.

00:30 - Latest coaching news: Chargers OC Joe Lombardi fired, Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Byron Leftwich keeps his position for now and Lions OC Ben Johnson & Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh decide to remain in their positions for next season

22:08 - New GMs! Former 49ers Director of Player Personnel Ran Carthon hired as Titans general manager and former Titans Director of Player Personnel Monti Ossenfort hired as Cardinals general manager

36:14 - Divisional Round Preview

37:43 - Jaguars at Chiefs: Does Trevor Lawrence and his offense have the firepower to keep up with Kansas City?

42:53 - Giants at Eagles: Can Brian Daboll work his magic against a dominant Eagles roster?

47:04 - Bengals at Bills: Can Joe Burrow overcome his offensive line injuries to outgun Josh Allen and the dangerous Bills offense?

49:26 - Cowboys at 49ers: Can Dak Prescott carve up the best defense in the NFL?

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Dak Prescott and Cowboys triumph, Brett Maher's kicking woes, Tom Brady's future

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 07:08:14 +0000

Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab recap the Cowboys' triumphant defeat over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and look ahead to next week's divisional round games.

The Dallas Cowboys rolled to a pretty smooth victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night despite four missed extra points by kicker Brett Maher. Charles and Frank discuss what this mean wins for head coach Mike McCarthy and the rest of the team as they take on the dominant San Francisco 49ers next weekend in the divisional round.

The duo also discuss what may be next for Tom Brady, and whether or not Brady can expect to improve much over his situation next season.

There are an exciting slate of divisional round games next weekend, and Charles and Frank give a quick preview of each, including their thoughts on whether or not the Jaguars can give the Chiefs a game, if the Giants can hang against the Eagles, what to expect in Bengals vs. Bills and more.

00:30 - The Cowboys cruised to victory over the Buccaneers

7:02 - Tom Brady's future: where will he end up next season?

15:30 - The Cowboys: What happened with Kicker Brett Maher?

23:55 - Quick Divisional Round Preview: Jaguars vs. Chiefs, Giants vs. Eagles, Cowboys vs. 49ers and Bills vs. Bengals

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Wild Card Sunday Night Freestyle: Daniel Jones, Trevor Lawrence, Brock Purdy impress in first playoff action; Chargers & Ravens have unanswered questions

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 08:41:05 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab to recap five of the six games from a surprisingly tight wild card weekend.

Many of the young quarterbacks shined in their first playoff appearances, including Daniel Jones, Trevor Lawrence and Brock Purdy, who all led their teams to victories.

Charles and Frank also address the latest news with Lamar Jackson's contract, what's next for Brandon Staley and the Chargers, whether or not there's cause for concern with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills and what kind of contract we can expect for Giants QB Daniel Jones and Seahawks QB Geno Smith.

1:30 Baltimore Ravens fall to Cincinnati Bengals; what's the latest on Lamar Jackson's contract?

15:20 New York Giants narrowly upset the Minnesota Vikings as Daniel Jones puts on a show

27:10 Jacksonville Jaguars pulled off the third largest comeback in NFL playoff history to defeat Brandon Staley and the Los Angeles Chargers

39:35 Buffalo Bills defeated the Miami Dolphins despite a heroic effort from Mike McDaniel and his third-string quarterback Skylar Thompson

47:40 Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers looked dominant in their victory over Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks

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Wild Card Preview: Tua & Lamar are out, Herbert & Lawrence could be next great QB rivalry, Vikings & Giants could be pure chaos

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 02:31:06 +0000

Super Wild Card Weekend is only two short days away. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Jori Epstein and Charles McDonald to preview the six matchups that kick off the 2022-2023 NFL playoffs.

It's hard to talk about these games without talking about the two major QBs who will be absent this weekend: Baltimore's Lamar Jackson and Miami's Tua Tagovailoa. While Jackson's injury is murkier and leads to legitimate conversation about whether he is long for Baltimore after this season, Tagovailoa's injury calls into question whether or not he should retire and how the Dolphins franchise plans to protect his health in the years to come after suffering three concussions this year.

Later in the show, the gang talks about whether the Seattle Seahawks have a chance to beat Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers, how Minnesota/New York could be the most chaotically fun matchup of the weekend and why Dallas Cowboys fans are so nervous for their Monday night matchup against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

0:25 Lamar Jackson's absence looms over Baltimore-Cincinnati matchup and the Ravens' offseason

12:45 Miami has little hope against an emotionally resurgent Buffalo, but how will Dolphins protect Tua in the future?

22:40 Brock Purdy's magical run might turn into a pumpkin, but probably not against Seattle

28:45 Trevor Lawrence and Justin Herbert could be the NFL's next great young QB rivalry

39:00 Giants-Vikings is the most unpredictable matchup of the weekend

44:30 Why both coaching staffs should be afraid of losing in Cowboys-Buccaneers

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Black Monday roundup: What happens to Sean McVay, Mike McCarthy & how do Cardinals, Broncos, Panthers, Colts & Texans find next head coach?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 23:42:54 +0000

Black Monday, the first day after the NFL regular season, is usually not a great experience for up to a quarter of the league's head coaches, as it's often not a surprise to see that amount get fired by their organizations in the hopes of starting fresh in a new year.

2023's edition of Black Monday was a little different. Only the Arizona Cardinals made a big move in firing Kliff Kingsbury (as well as letting GM Steve Keim step away from the team). With known HC openings in Denver, Carolina, Houston & Indianapolis, Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to ponder what other teams could part from their head coach this offseason.

They kick off the conversation discussing the Los Angeles Rams' Sean McVay, who reportedly is mulling stepping away from the team only one season removed from his Super Bowl win. Later, they discuss the sorts of candidates fans could expect in Arizona, Denver, Carolina, Indianapolis & Houston, before Jori speculates as to the chances that the Dallas Cowboys might move on from Mike McCarthy if the team loses to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this Monday night in Florida.

0:30 Damar Hamlin released from University of Cincinnati Medical Center, transported back to Buffalo, NY

4:00 Is Sean McVay on the precipice of leaving the Los Angeles Rams?

19:35 Are the Arizona Cardinals a desirable head coaching location with Kyler Murray?

24:20 Denver Broncos trying to make big splash with head coach hire, did Russell Wilson show enough in final weeks that he can be salvaged?

29:00 Carolina Panthers likely to go all-in on a big offensive-minded HC for next hire

36:10 It's anyone's best guess as to what owner Jim Irsay might do in hiring the Indianapolis Colts' next head coach

44:45 Houston Texans may be the least desirable head coaching vacancy and for good reason

52:55 Could the Dallas Cowboys part with Mike McCarthy if they lose Monday night in Tampa Bay?

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Week 18 Sunday Night Freestyle: Lions ice Packers from playoffs, AFC/NFC seeding set, Houston loses 1st pick & fires Lovie Smith

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 08:06:13 +0000

Sunday Night Football's regular season finale ended up featuring two teams that missed the playoffs — but that didn't make it any less exciting. Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off their regular season Sunday night finale podcast reacting to the Detroit Lions' 20-16 win over Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers.

Charles & Frank discuss the trickle-down effect of this loss, which sent the Seattle Seahawks into the playoffs, and the rest of the NFC playoff seeding, as well as the Chicago Bears landing the first pick in April's draft.

In the second half of the show, they focus on the AFC seeding, whether Kansas City's 1-seed is fair, an emotional Buffalo Bills win and a confounding Los Angeles Chargers loss.

Closing out the show, the guys react to the Houston Texans firing head coach Lovie Smith after only one season, the second time in as many years they have fired a first-year head coach.

0:20 Detroit Lions keep Green Bay Packers from playoffs, what happens next for Aaron Rodgers?

11:30 Seattle Seahawks sneak into NFC 7th seed with win over Los Angeles Rams

14:40 Dallas Cowboys limp into playoffs after Washington loss, McCarthy's job on the line against Tampa Bay

22:15 Philadelphia Eagles finally clinch NFC 1-seed after Jalen Hurts returns

24:15 San Francisco 49ers destroy Arizona Cardinals, Brock Purdy might be the man

28:25 Chicago Bears seal 1st overall pick in 2023 Draft with loss to Minnesota Vikings

33:40 Tampa Bay Buccaneers lose to Atlanta Falcons, Tom Brady has first losing season ever

35:40 Kansas City seals 1st seed in AFC, were NFL's rule changes fair?

40:15 Buffalo Bills get 2nd seed, win extremely emotional game over New England Patriots

43:55 Cincinnati Bengals defeat Baltimore Ravens, will Lamar Jackson play in rematch next week?

47:40 Jacksonville Jaguars advance in ugly win over Tennessee Titans, Trevor Lawrence turning franchise around

51:00 Los Angeles Chargers suffer multiple injuries after Brandon Staley leaves in starters in loss to Denver Broncos

60:20 Miami Dolphins steal final AFC playoff spot, but will Tua Tagovailoa be healthy enough to return next week?

62:45 Houston Texans win final game, fall out of 1st overall draft pick, fire coach Lovie Smith

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Processing Damar Hamlin's injury, the league's response and what happens next

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Jan 2023 02:01:37 +0000

On Monday night, the NFL world was shaken to its core as Buffalo Bills second-year safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest after a hit with Cincinnati Bengals WR Tee Higgins. Emergency medical personnel performed CPR on Hamlin on the field and he was transported immediately to University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he has remained in critical condition ever since. Shortly thereafter, the game was suspended indefinitely and the NFL later announced it would not be resumed at least for a week, if at all.

It was a shocking and sobering moment where many feared that a national audience could've born witness to an NFL player passing away on the field of play. Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein devote the entirety of this week's podcast to processing the events of Monday night, what Hamlin's health status is at as of the time of this taping on Wednesday evening and what the NFL plans to do next.

They relive the tumultuous hour where football fans across the country waited with anticipation as answers remained unclear, how Commissioner Roger Goodell and Head of Football Operations Troy Vincent have handled this week's events & what options the league is considering in regards to resuming the game between the Bills and Bengals.

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Week 17 Sunday Night Freestyle: Kenny Pickett keeps Steelers alive, Packers embarrass Vikings, Buccaneers clinch NFC South & Eagles fall fast

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Jan 2023 07:31:37 +0000

Rookie Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett led the comeback of the day, with just under two minutes to spare, down four against the rival Baltimore Ravens. Escaping a sack, he fluttered off to the left side of the pocket and fired a laser to running back Najee Harris in the front corner of the end zone to put the Steelers up 3 and keep their playoff hopes alive.

Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab kick off their regular Sunday night podcast reacting to Pittsburgh's magnificent win and how Mike Tomlin turned around a disastrous season into a magical one. With one more win next week (and a little help), the Steelers could be playoff bound again and Tomlin's streak of winning seasons would remain unbroken.

Charles & Frank follow up the Pittsburgh talk breaking down all of the games from Week 17's slate including Green Bay's smackdown of the Minnesota Vikings, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers claiming a second straight NFC South title against the Carolina Panthers, the Philadelphia Eagles falling disastrously close to losing the 1-seed in the NFC and a surprisingly peppy Denver Broncos squad playing the Kansas City Chiefs close after firing Nathaniel Hackett.

They close out the show burying Carson Wentz and wondering whether Lovie Smith and Kliff Kingsbury will be coaching their final games next Sunday.

0:20 Pittsburgh Steelers 16, Baltimore Ravens 13

9:00 Minnesota Vikings 17, Green Bay Packers 41

17:45 Carolina Panthers 24, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 30

25:50 San Francisco 49ers 37, Las Vegas Raiders 34 (OT)

30:55 New Orleans Saints 20, Philadelphia Eagles 10

35:00 Miami Dolphins 21, New England Patriots 23

39:30 Denver Broncos 24, Kansas City Chiefs 27

45:50 New York Jets 6, Seattle Seahawks 23

49:10 Los Angeles Rams 10, Los Angeles Chargers 31

53:05 Indianapolis Colts 10, New York Giants 38

55:40 Chicago Bears 10, Detroit Lions 41

58:10 Jacksonville Jaguars 31, Houston Texans 3

60:55 Cleveland Browns 24, Washington Commanders 10

63:45 Arizona Cardinals 19, Atlanta Falcons 20

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Derek Carr's benching kicks off the 2023 QB carousel (and why Tom Brady to the Raiders makes sense)

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 02:47:15 +0000

A handful of dire quarterback news came down across the wire on Wednesday, setting up for a surprising end of the regular season and very interesting offseason. First and foremost, the Las Vegas Raiders benched Derek Carr for the remainder of the season and the QB has subsequently stepped away from the team, presumably having played his last snaps in silver and black.

Charles Robinson & Jori Epstein kick off this mid-week podcast reacting to this news out of Las Vegas and how it would set up nicely for pending free agent QB Tom Brady to reunite for one last ride with his former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, now the head coach of the Raiders. Also, with Carr most likely done in Vegas, what teams would make sense as a landing spot for the 31-year-old passer?

In other QB news, Charles & Jori discuss the latest concussion suffered by Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, what it means for his future and after that, analyze Ron Rivera's announcement that Carson Wentz would return as QB1 for the Washington Commanders.

Afterwards, Charles & Jori return to Monday's news of the Denver Broncos firing first-year head coach Nathaniel Hackett and what it means for the team going forward. How will the new coaching candidates react to the tumultuous first year under the Walton/Penner ownership group and what sort of information would they need before agreeing to coach Russell Wilson.

Finally, they close out the podcast looking ahead to three of this weekend's biggest matchups: the Carolina Panthers traveling to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Baltimore Ravens hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday night and the battle between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football.

0:20 Las Vegas Raiders bench Derek Carr and why Tom Brady signing with Las Vegas next offseason makes a ton of sense

22:15 Latest concussion to Tua Tagovailoa & what is next for the Miami Dolphins QB

32:30 Washington Commanders elevate Carson Wentz back as starting QB

36:10 What candidates will want to know from Denver Broncos ownership after the firing of Nathaniel Hackett

55:00 Panthers face Buccaneers for command of the NFC South

59:35 Ravens host Steelers on SNF while Lamar's status remains murky

62:15 Bills and Bengals face off for short-term bragging rights as best team in the NFL

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Week 16 Monday Morning Freestyle: Cowboys/Eagles need a rematch, Packers stay alive, Tua & Zach Wilson skid & Broncos fire Hackett

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 26 Dec 2022 21:19:23 +0000

Christmas weekend was packed with football, from an eventful Jaguars-Jets matchup on Thursday night to a sleepy overtime thriller on Sunday night between the Buccaneers and Cardinals. The holiday craziness carried over into Monday as the Denver Broncos fired head coach Nathaniel Hackett only 15 games into his freshman season.

Fresh off eggnog hangovers, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab recap all of the action from the holiday weekend, from a tightly contested Cowboys-Eagles game, to the Packers staying very alive in the NFC playoff hunt and the Tennessee Titans' late-season collapse.

At the end of the show, they react live to the news that the Broncos are moving on from Hackett after less than a season and talk about what the next head coach needs to do to redeem the career of Russell Wilson.

2:05 Philadelphia Eagles 34, Dallas Cowboys 40

8:55 Green Bay Packers 26, Miami Dolphins 20

19:00 Jacksonville Jaguars 19, New York Jets 3

26:55 Houston Texans 19, Tennessee Titans 14

31:45 Detroit Lions 23, Carolina Panthers 37

38:25 Cincinnati Bengals 22, New England Patriots 18

41:15 New York Giants 24, Minnesota Vikings 27

48:15 Washington Commanders 20, San Francisco 49ers 37

51:50 Seattle Seahawks 10, Kansas City Chiefs 24

53:55 Buffalo Bills 35, Chicago Bears 13

56:30 New Orleans Saints 17, Cleveland Browns 10

57:45 Atlanta Falcons 9, Baltimore Ravens 17

60:15 Las Vegas Raiders 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 13

64:25 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 19, Arizona Cardinals 16 (OT)

67:15 Denver Broncos 14, Los Angeles Rams 51; Broncos fire coach Nathaniel Hackett

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Jalen Hurts' injury complicates NFC playoff picture, should Jets trade for Aaron Rodgers next offseason & why Robert Kraft needs to micromanage Bill Belichick

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 02:35:33 +0000

After not being in danger virtually all season, the top seed in the NFC is suddenly at risk. With a shoulder injury sustained by QB Jalen Hurts, likely elevating Gardner Minshew to the starting position for at least this week, the Philadelphia Eagles suddenly find themselves in a high-leverage divisional battle on Saturday afternoon against the playoff-hopeful Dallas Cowboys.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein to discuss what this means for the Eagles, Cowboys and the entire NFC playoff picture now that Hurts is likely to miss at least a week and may not even return until the playoffs in January.

Later in the show, the crew breaks down a bunch of interesting Week 16 games and the major storylines to keep track of heading into them. The Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets face off on Thursday night, and the spotlight will be on 2021 top picks Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson, the latter of whom is making his second consecutive start after being benched for the now-injured Mike White earlier this season.

The Cincinnati Bengals-New England Patriots matchup could mean a lot to Bill Belichick, who is staring down a rare losing season. Charles Robinson explains why missing the playoffs could mean new scrutiny for Belichick under owner Robert Kraft.

Finally, the gang closes out the show discussing the fading Seattle Seahawks taking on a defensively stunted Kansas City Chiefs crew and how the legend of Brock Purdy has a chance to grow (or crumble) against the Washington Commanders.

0:40 What Jalen Hurts' injury means for Eagles-Cowboys and the NFC playoff race

10:45 All eyes on Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson in Jaguars-Jets

24:10 While Bengals cruise to playoffs, Kraft needs to have more control over Belichick's decisions coming out of a rocky Patriots season

37:55 Seahawks try to keep playoff hopes alive against below-average Chiefs defense

46:10 The case against Brock Purdy going into 49ers-Commanders

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Week 15 Sunday Night Freestyle: Patriots' last-second blunder, Vikings' unbelievable comeback & Trevor Lawrence has officially arrived

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 07:51:57 +0000

Week 15 got off to a weird start in the NFL right away. Saturday's triple-header started off with the 10-win Minnesota Vikings instantly falling into a 33-0 hole at home against a struggling Indianapolis Colts team. Well they came back and ended up winning 39-36 and the weekend's games continued to get stranger from there; most notably by the absolutely wild finish in Las Vegas as the Raiders surprised the New England Patriots thanks to a Chandler Jones defensive touchdown on a play in which Patriots WR Jakobi Meyers threw an ill-advised lateral pass as the clock hit double-zeroes.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab look back at this weekend's wild slate of games including the aforementioned unbelievable finishes in Minneapolis and Las Vegas, the New York Giants essentially punching their playoff ticket with a win over the division rival Washington Commanders, Trevor Lawrence looking like the first overall pick in a surprise win over the Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions clawing their way back to .500 thanks to a win over the New York Jets.

0:25 New England Patriots 24, Las Vegas Raiders 30

11:45 New York Giants 20, Washington Commanders 12

15:40 Indianapolis Colts 36, Minnesota Vikings 39

20:40 Miami Dolphins 29, Buffalo Bills 32

23:50 Dallas Cowboys 34, Jacksonville Jaguars 40

30:20 Cincinnati Bengals 34, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23

34:25 Detroit Lions 20, New York Jets 17

41:15 Kansas City Chiefs 30, Houston Texans 24

43:30 Tennessee Titans 14, Los Angeles Chargers 17

46:05 Baltimore Ravens 3, Cleveland Browns 13

47:50 Philadelphia Eagles 25, Chicago Bears 20

50:35 Atlanta Falcons 18, New Orleans Saints 21

51:35 Pittsburgh Steelers 24, Carolina Panthers 16

53:55 Arizona Cardinals 15, Denver Broncos 24

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Kyler Murray out for the season, NFC South is embarrassing & should OBJ skip regular season games before signing?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Dec 2022 04:09:47 +0000

Charles Robinson & Charles McDonald are coming at you with a fresh episode following a busy week of storylines as we near the end of the NFL regular season.

Pain strikes in Phoenix as the Arizona Cardinals quarterback, Kyler Murray has officially been diagnosed with a season ending knee injury. Compounding that news, Steve Keim, the Cardinals GM, has stepped away for health reasons. The fellas then decide the timetable for the reset in Arizona & who is on the chopping block first. After seeing other impending playoff teams add depth this week, the pod speculates whether or not GMs are over OBJ’s games & if it would be worth signing him at this point given his health status. The NFC South is so bad that Charles McDonald is proposing that none of the teams should make the playoffs. Atlanta has named a new starter at quarterback in Desmond Ridder resulting in Marcus Mariota ending his season early. On the front office side of things, as we get closer to the offseason, the show speculates which head coaching job is in the most danger along with who would be best to fill the openings. The fellas wrap up the show with a discussion about whether or not Dan Campbell should receive Coach of the Year votes.

2:20 Kyler Murray’s season is over after suffering an ACL tear on Monday Night Football

10:30 What are the consequences of OBJ signing to a team for only a playoff run?

16:10 Playoff contenders are starting to add depth ahead of January

22:50 The NFC South winner shouldn't be in the playoffs

35:20 Teams that could be looking for new coaches this offseason

46:35 Who are the top coaching candidates for the 2023 season?

54:23 Dan Campbell should be considered for Coach of the Year

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Week 14 Sunday Night Freestyle: Dolphins, Giants and Jets seasons slipping away, Purdy's 49ers blow out Buccaneers and Vikings finally catch an L

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 07:41:00 +0000

As the fifth and sixth overall picks in the 2020 NFL draft, Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Herbert are always going to be compared against one another. Herbert's success will always end up being a referendum on the Miami Dolphins' decision to pass him up that April. Tonight we got the first instance of real head-to-head feedback between these two star-crossed QBs and the teams that picked them back-to-back nearly three years ago, as Herbert's Los Angeles Chargers defeated the Dolphins 23-17 on Sunday Night Football.

Yahoo's Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off their Sunday night podcast looking at these quarterbacks and their teams whose playoff hopes still are very much in flux with only four games remaining in the 2022 season. Is Tua's recent two-game slide a sign of a larger issue? Can Herbert keep the Chargers winning into the postseason?

Charles & Frank address these questions and look at all the major storylines from Week 14, including Brock Purdy's San Francisco 49ers blowing out Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Buffalo Bills getting even against the New York Jets, the Detroit Lions keeping their win-streak alive against the 10-win Minnesota Vikings & the Dallas Cowboys barely squeaking by with a win against the league-worst Houston Texans.

0:25 Miami Dolphins 17, Los Angeles Chargers 23

8:00 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 7, San Francisco 49ers 35

17:35 New York Jets 12, Buffalo Bills 20

21:05 Minnesota Vikings 23, Detroit Lions 34

28:30 Cleveland Browns 10, Cincinnati Bengals 23

34:10 Houston Texans 23, Dallas Cowboys 27

37:45 Philadelphia Eagles 48, New York Giants 22

40:35 Kansas City Chiefs 34, Denver Broncos 28

46:35 Jacksonville Jaguars 36, Tennessee Titans 22

48:45 Carolina Panthers 30, Seattle Seahawks 24

52:30 Baltimore Ravens 16, Pittsburgh Steelers 14

54:35 Las Vegas Raiders 16, Los Angeles Rams 17

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What's up with OBJ, Baker claimed by Rams, Titans fire GM Robinson & is Brandon Staley right for Chargers?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Dec 2022 02:19:48 +0000

As the 2022 NFL playoffs draw closer, some of the most interesting storylines approaching Week 14 involve a bunch of parties who will not be a part of the on-field action this Sunday. Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to dissect the biggest NFL stories of the week.

Kicking things off, the market for free agent WR Odell Beckham, Jr. may be cooling off as reports are that OBJ may not be ready to return to action until at least the first round of the playoffs. Jori reports from her experience inside the Cowboys facility why the front-runners for OBJ may be having second thoughts.

Next, the crew talks about the latest on Jimmy Garoppolo's injury in San Francisco, what the pathway to success looks like for Brock Purdy under Kyle Shanahan's system and how Dallas and Philadelphia look just too unstoppable in that conference.

Elsewhere in the NFC, the Carolina Panthers shockingly released former first overall pick Baker Mayfield on Monday, giving the QB an opportunity to play the remaining 5 games of the season with another squad before hitting free agency in March. The floundering Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams picked him up Tuesday, and while his status for Thursday night's Rams/Raiders match is in question — what's not in question is that this may be one of Mayfield's last chances to prove himself before entering the Akili Smith/Josh Rosen/Ryan Leaf zone of first-round QB busts.

In the AFC, the major news of the week was the Tennessee Titans unexpectedly parting ways with GM Jon Robinson. After 7 straight winning seasons and what's about to be 3 straight AFC South titles under Robinson's management, the crew tries to parse why the Titans made such a bold move mid-season.

Finally, McDonald expands upon his recent column about the Los Angeles Chargers, why they're in the middle of another frustratingly average season & if Brandon Staley's coaching mistakes are putting him on the hot seat.

0:20 The latest on Odell Beckham, Jr. and why he hasn't signed yet with the Dallas Cowboys or any other organization

15:00 Can Kyle Shanahan scheme Brock Purdy into playoff success, or will the Cowboys & Eagles crush the 49ers in the playoffs?

23:30 Baker Mayfield's future after being cut by Carolina Panthers, claimed by Los Angeles Rams

33:30 Fallout from Tennessee Titans firing GM Jon Robinson in a surprise move

45:35 Is Los Angeles Chargers HC Brandon Staley cut out to be a head coach in the NFL?

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Week 13 Sunday Night Freestyle: Brock Purdy saves the day, Burrow is KC's kryptonite & Deshaun's underwhelming return

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 5 Dec 2022 07:47:27 +0000

The playoff picture in both conferences was shaken like a snow-globe in an earthquake on Sunday afternoon as two developments from the late games may very well determine this January's playoff seedings.

First, in San Francisco, 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo left the game with a broken foot that will reportedly sideline him for the rest of the season, significantly dampening the hopes of a major playoff contender. In that game, the 49ers beat the Miami Dolphins, bumping the Buffalo Bills atop the AFC East. Paired with the Cincinnati Bengals beating the Kansas City Chiefs in the afternoon's other marquee matchup, suddenly Buffalo jumped from the fifth to the first overall seed in a matter of hours.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to all thirteen of Sunday's games from around the league including the aforementioned injury to Garoppolo, the Bengals rounding into Super Bowl form yet again, the Minnesota Vikings holding off the New York Jets, Deshaun Watson's return to football in Houston and Lamar Jackson's ill-timed knee injury.

0:20 Miami Dolphins 17, San Francisco 49ers 33

10:15 Kansas City Chiefs 24, Cincinnati Bengals 27

18:40 New York Jets 22, Minnesota Vikings 29

25:40 Washington Commanders 20, New York Giants 20 (OT)

29:25 Cleveland Browns 27, Houston Texans 14

41:45 Indianapolis Colts 19, Dallas Cowboys 54

44:35 Tennessee Titans 10, Philadelphia Eagles 35

48:40 Denver Broncos 9, Baltimore Ravens 10

54:05 Los Angeles Chargers 20, Las Vegas Raiders 27

57:50 Green Bay Packers 28, Chicago Bears 19

59:40 Pittsburgh Steelers 19, Atlanta Falcons 16

61:30 Jacksonville Jaguars 14, Detroit Lions 40

64:40 Seattle Seahawks 27, Los Angeles Rams 23

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The 7 most interesting Week 13 games & why the two worst may be the two most compelling

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Dec 2022 02:53:54 +0000

Week 13 has a number of huge games on the slate as the NFL playoff picture comes into focus, and ironically, two of the most interesting ones feature 3 teams that aren't even sniffing the playoffs.

Before diving into this week's excellent schedule, Charles Robinson & Jori Epstein open today's podcast checking in on two other teams whose playoff hopes have all but been extinguished. Charles reports on former Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule and some of the comments he's made about his firing since taking a job as the new HC of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Next, our hosts talk about the Los Angeles Rams shutting down Aaron Donald for the week due to an ankle injury and how the team is likely going to be one of the worst squads for the rest of the season — great news for the Detroit Lions who possess LA's first-round pick in 2023.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Jori dive into why Cleveland Browns-Houston Texans and Denver Broncos-Baltimore Ravens may not be the most appetizing on-the-field offerings this weekend, but have the most compelling off-the-field storylines between the return of Deshaun Watson, Lamar Jackson's contract status and the continual stories of Russell Wilson's unpopularity within the Denver locker room.

After that, Charles & Jori dive into five of the spicier matchups of the weekend that will definitely have an effect on playoff seeding: the Buffalo Bills traveling to the division rival New England Patriots, Mike White's New York Jets taking on Kirk Cousins' Minnesota Vikings, a compelling NFC East matchup in the Washington Commanders traveling to the New York Giants, a Kyle Shanahan-Mike McDaniel showdown in Miami Dolphins at San Francisco 49ers and an AFC Championship game rematch in the Kansas City Chiefs traveling to the Cincinnati Bengals.

0:20 Matt Rhule begins to speak after his firing from the Carolina Panthers

7:25 Los Angeles Rams' crumbling season only means good things for Detroit Lions' draft picks

14:25 Deshaun Watson's return to football in Browns @ Texans

26:30 Lamar Jackson's contract and Russell Wilson's locker room problems in Broncos @ Ravens

37:30 Buffalo Bills look to maintain playoff seeding at New England Patriots

40:35 All eyes on Mike White as Jets face Vikings

47:05 Washington Commanders and New York Giants kick off two games in three weeks against each other

50:15 Birth of the Kyle Shanahan-Mike McDaniel rivalry in Dolphins @ 49ers

61:05 Chiefs face Bengals in AFC Championship rematch

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Week 12 Sunday Night Freestyle: Jordan Love gets another shot, Ravens & Buccaneers get upset & Zach Wilson's bad day

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:55:39 +0000

Quarterbacks have been injured all across the NFL landscape this November. When you're seeing the likes of Bryce Perkins and Trevor Siemian starting on Sunday afternoon, then you know the injury bug has leveled the position. The most important QB injury of the week may have been on Sunday night, when Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers took a shot to the ribs that removed him from the game in the third quarter. Paired with Rodgers' thumb injury sustained a few weeks ago, the Packers may be getting an extended look at 2020 first rounder Jordan Love for the foreseeable future.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to Sunday night's Packers/Eagles 33-40 barnburner and suggest that it may be time for Rodgers to ride the bench for the rest of the season if Green Bay wants to get one more legitimate look at Love.

They also take a look back to the Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys & Minnesota Vikings — all legitimate Super Bowl hopefuls — sweeping the three Thanksgiving day games. Later in the show, they recap the rest of this Sunday's Week 12 action, including surprising losses sustained by the Baltimore Ravens & Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Los Angeles Chargers winning by way of a 2-point conversion in the final seconds and a New York Jets win that may keep former 2nd overall pick Zach Wilson at the bottom of the depth chart for the rest of the season.

0:20 Green Bay Packers 33, Philadelphia Eagles 40

6:25 Thanksgiving games: Buffalo Bills 28, Detroit Lions 25; New York Giants 20, Dallas Cowboys 28; New England Patriots 26, Minnesota Vikings 33

16:50 Baltimore Ravens 27, Jacksonville Jaguars 28

21:35 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17, Cleveland Browns 23 (OT)

26:00 Cincinnati Bengals 20, Tennessee Titans 16

30:00 Chicago Bears 10, New York Jets 31

37:55 Las Vegas Raiders, Seattle Seahawks 34 (OT)

43:10 Los Angeles Chargers 25, Arizona Cardinals 24

45:50 Atlanta Falcons 13, Washington Commanders 19

50:10 Los Angeles Rams 10, Kansas City Chiefs 26

55:25 New Orleans Saints 0, San Francisco 49ers 13

57:20 Houston Texans 15, Miami Dolphins 30

61:40 Denver Broncos 10, Carolina Panthers 23

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49ers embarrass Kyler-less Cardinals, Jets at crossroads with Zach Wilson & previewing Thanksgiving day games

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 03:08:22 +0000

Thanksgiving day football is only one day away, so Charles Robinson and Jori Epstein are back to mark the occasion that signals the entrance of the NFL season into its final stretch run over the holidays.

After kicking off with some turkey-day talk, Charles tees off the football conversation with the San Francisco 49ers' dominating Monday night win over the Arizona Cardinals. With Kyler Murray not present for a second straight game, are the Cardinals and Kyler heading for an unhappy divorce sooner rather than later, despite the QB signing a massive extension earlier this year?

On the other side of the ball, Charles & Jori discuss the increasing supremacy of the San Francisco offense thanks to the four-headed monster of Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Deebo Samuel & Brandon Aiyuk.

Next, our hosts check in on the traditionally dysfunctional New York Jets, who face a potentially franchise shifting decision as coach Robert Saleh refuses to commit to Zach Wilson as their quarterback going forward.

Closing out the podcast, Charles & Jori preview the three Thanksgiving day games in the Buffalo Bills facing the surprisingly frisky Detroit Lions, the Dallas Cowboys hosting the division rival New York Jets and the Minnesota Vikings trying to shake off last week's disappointing loss against the visiting New England Patriots.

0:20 Thanksgiving talk and bad Thanksgiving food takes

8:30 Arizona Cardinals' Monday night loss and increasingly tenuous relationship with Kyler Murray

19:45 San Francisco 49ers gaining steam as one of NFC's powerhouse offenses.

26:40 What do the New York Jets do with Zach Wilson going forward?

36:50 Why the Bills and Lions could put up a fun Thanksgiving day opener

40:15 Why Giants at Cowboys is the Odell Beckham Bowl

46:20 Minnesota hopes to get right on Thursday night against a shaky New England offense

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Week 11 Sunday Night Freestyle: Mahomes is inevitable, Cowboys crush Vikings, should Jets bench Zach Wilson?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 07:46:13 +0000

Death, taxes and Patrick Mahomes game-winning drives. There's no avoiding any of them. The Kansas City Chiefs walked off with their fourth straight win on Sunday night, this time against the Los Angeles Chargers thanks to yet another impressive Mahomes performance, elevated by a devastating 3 touchdown game from tight end Travis Kelce.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast discussing the inevitability of this year's Chiefs team and if Mahomes has entered the Tom Brady-esque territory of being reviled by the 31 other franchises for simply being too good at football.

Afterwards, Charles & Frank bounce the discussion around to all of Sunday's games and storylines, including a dominating Dallas Cowboys win over the Minnesota Vikings, the one-loss Philadelphia Eagles barely hanging on in a one-point victory over the Indianapolis Colts, whether the New York Jets should bench Zach Wilson, the drumbeat against Nathaniel Hackett in Denver and much more.

0:25 Kansas City Chiefs 30, Los Angeles Chargers 27

7:50 Dallas Cowboys 40, Minnesota Vikings 3

16:25 Philadelphia Eagles 17, Indianapolis Colts 16

21:40 Detroit Lions 31, New York Giants 18

27:15 Cincinnati Bengals 37, Pittsburgh Steelers 30

30:00 Chicago Bears 24, Atlanta Falcons 27

35:40 Cleveland Browns 23, Buffalo Bills 31

41:30 New York Jets 3, New England Patriots 10

50:20 Las Vegas Raiders 22, Denver Broncos 16 (OT)

57:05 Los Angeles Rams 20, New Orleans Saints 27

59:50 Washington Commanders 23, Houston Texans 10

62:10 Carolina Panthers 3, Baltimore Ravens 13

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Tom Brady’s involvement with the FTX lawsuit, how vulnerable are the Philadelphia Eagles, & which teams should explore a rebuild?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 03:40:52 +0000

Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein get to the bones of the cryptocurrency world on today’s pod after news broke that FTX may be facing legal consequences & many big name athlete-influencers, including Tom Brady, Steph Curry & Shaquille O’Neal were attached to that brand.

The show also discusses the ramifications from the Washington Commanders beating the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football & if Philly’s weaknesses were put on display for the league. The Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings face off this weekend in a big NFC battle so the show examines how lucky the Vikings have been & if Mike McCarthy can ever avoid the blame. The Indianapolis Colts hiring of Jeff Saturday brings about a discussion of whether team owners would prefer to save money by avoiding pricey head coaching contracts. Many teams this season have looked bad so the pod determines which teams should seriously consider starting a rebuild. Lastly, the hosts give their picks as the best game to watch for this upcoming week.

1:45 The cryptocurrency firm FTX is facing legal issues which may cause problems for the A-list athletes that have endorsed it.

14:27 Can Tampa Bay turn the corner after defeating Seattle in Germany?

20:15 How vulnerable are the Philadelphia Eagles after falling to Washington on Monday night?

29:02 Dallas is squaring off against Minnesota this week in a big matchup for playoff seeding

35.53 Will Mike McCarthy ever escape being the one to blame for losses?

43:47 The Jeff Saturday hire could lead to more owners opting to save money on expensive head coaching contracts

48:12 Which teams across the NFL should embrace a rebuild?

1:01:00 The hosts pick the most exciting game to watch this week

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Week 10 Sunday Night Freestyle: Time to respect Vikings, Packers bounce back on Christian Watson breakout & Mahomes' MVP case solidifies

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 07:30:38 +0000

This Sunday in Buffalo, NY, we may have just witnessed the game of the season and a potential Super Bowl matchup. The Minnesota Vikings won a wild 33-30 overtime matchup against the favorite Buffalo Bills in a game with wild goal line stands, incredible catches, insane fumbles and so many reversals of fortune, the win probability chart looked like a seismograph.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab lead off this Sunday night recap podcast with the amazing game in western New York, how it changes the playoff picture in the AFC and how it solidifies Minnesota's standing in the NFC.

The guys recap all fourteen games from Sunday's Week 10 action including the Green Bay Packers finally getting right against the Dallas Cowboys, Patrick Mahomes making his MVP case against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Tom Brady's win in Germany and a Las Vegas Raiders loss so embarrassing that no one in the franchise may be safe from the pink slip come January.

0:20 Minnesota Vikings 33, Buffalo Bills 30 (OT)

13:30 Dallas Cowboys 28, Green Bay Packers 31 (OT)

20:50 Los Angeles Chargers 16, San Francisco 49ers 22

23:20 Jacksonville Jaguars 17, Kansas City Chiefs 27

28:00 Detroit Lions 31, Chicago Bears 30

35:35 Seattle Seahawks 16, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21

38:50 Indianapolis Colts 25, Las Vegas Raiders 20

48:15 Cleveland Browns 17, Miami Dolphins 39

51:45 Denver Broncos 10, Tennessee Titans 17

54:55 Arizona Cardinals 27, Los Angeles Rams 17

57:45 Houston Texans 16, New York Giants 24

58:40 New Orleans Saints 10, Pittsburgh Steelers 20

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2022 NFL midseason awards, real and fake: MVP, best surprise, best tank job & most disappointing season

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 02:16:38 +0000

The 2022 NFL regular season is at its midway point. With eight (or nine) games in the books for teams in an eighteen-week season, it's time to take the pulse of the league and hand out some hardware.

After checking in once more on the surprising hire of Jeff Saturday by the Indianapolis Colts, Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein devote most of this week's podcast to handing out a set of midseason awards: some real, some made up by the staff.

Of course there are discussions of who should be this season's MVP, coach of the year or offensive and defensive rookies of the year, but the real fun comes when it's time to hand out hardware for best surprise team, biggest tank job & most disappointing year for a Super Bowl-winning quarterback.

0:25 More head scratching about the Indianapolis Colts hiring Jeff Saturday as interim head coach

15:20 Fake 2022 midseason awards: most surprising good team, most surprising bad team, best attempt at tanking, most disappointing QB season

39:30 Real 2022 midseason awards: MVP, coach of the year, comeback player of the year, offensive & defensive players of the year, offensive & defensive rookies of the year

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Emergency podcast: Indianapolis Colts fire Frank Reich, hire Jeff Saturday as interim head coach

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 7 Nov 2022 22:56:52 +0000

Good rule of thumb: Don't make any predictions if Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay is involved. That was this podcast's mistake a mere 24 hours ago, when we closed out the Sunday night recap proclaiming that Irsay would be patient with head coach Frank Reich after a disastrous 3-5-1 start to the 2022 season.

In actuality, the opposite happened: the Colts fired Reich early on Monday and in an even more surprising move, hired former Colts center Jeff Saturday as their interim head coach. Saturday is widely accepted as a head-scratching decision, considering he has no coaching at either the professional or collegiate level.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab reconvene to react to this one-two punch of wild news out of Indianapolis, what to expect out of Saturday, who was passed over for the job and why it's always best to expect the unexpected with Jim Irsay.

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Week 9 Sunday Night Freestyle: Chiefs survive Titans in OT, Jets shock Bills & a Dolphins-Bears offensive showcase

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 7 Nov 2022 07:53:20 +0000

For a while there on Sunday night, it looked like rookie quarterback Malik Willis and the Tennessee Titans were going to outlast Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in Arrowhead Stadium. It was a David vs. Goliath matchup for the 3rd round QB out of Liberty, and despite going home with the loss, they forced the Chiefs deep into overtime and Mahomes to throw a near-record 68 passes.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off their Sunday night recap podcast talking about the interesting game in Kansas City and why the lack of a run game for the Chiefs continues to be their Achilles heel.

Later in the show, the guys recap all of the games and storylines from Sunday's Week 9 action, including a shocking New York Jets win over the Buffalo Bills, the increasing possibility that Justin Fields may be the best QB in the 2021 class & why the Green Bay Packers should've blown up the team and traded Aaron Rodgers last offseason.

Tennessee Titans 17, Kansas City Chiefs 20 (OT)

Buffalo Bills 17, New York Jets 20

Miami Dolphins 35, Chicago Bears 32

Green Bay Packers 9, Detroit Lions 15

Seattle Seahawks 31, Arizona Cardinals 21

Los Angeles Rams 13, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 16

Los Angeles Chargers 20, Atlanta Falcons 17

Minnesota Vikings 20, Washington Commanders 17

Carolina Panthers 21, Cincinnati Bengals 42

Las Vegas Raiders 20, Jacksonville Jaguars 27

Indianapolis Colts 3, New England Patriots 26

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NFL trade deadline recap: Vikings, Bills & Dolphins go all-in, Bears get Justin Fields a weapon, Broncos & Colts waive the white flag

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 3 Nov 2022 01:34:50 +0000

The NFL trade deadline came and went on Tuesday afternoon, and for what feels like the first time in years, it was actually exciting! A number of high-impact players changed teams this week as squads like the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills & Miami Dolphins prepare for playoff runs, and teams like the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts...well, don't.

With Charles Robinson on the IR, Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein host today's podcast episode where they run through all of the major transactions from Tuesday's trade deadline...and a few that didn't.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Jori react to the two stories surrounding the Washington Commanders today: first, that Forbes reported owner Daniel Snyder is exploring the sale of the team and second, an ESPN report that the federal government is now investigating Snyder for financial improprieties relating to the team — a pair of stories that surely are unrelated.

0:25 Detroit Lions trade TE TJ Hockenson to the Minnesota Vikings

4:05 Indianapolis Colts trade RB Nyheim Hines to the Buffalo Bills

13:25 Denver Broncos trade LB Bradley Chubb to the Miami Dolphins for RB Chase Edmonds & San Francisco's first round pick

24:55 Pittsburgh Steelers trade WR Chase Claypool to the Chicago Bears

33:05 Chicago Bears trade LB Roquan Smith to the Baltimore Ravens

37:30 Atlanta Falcons trade suspended WR Calvin Ridley to the Jacksonville Jaguars

42:15 New York Giants trade WR Kadarius Toney to the Kansas City Chiefs

48:25 Four players who surprisingly didn't move: Kareem Hunt, Elijah Moore, Brandin Cooks & Jerry Jeudy

50:55 Momentum moves towards Daniel Snyder selling the Washington Commanders

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Week 8 NFL Sunday Night Freestyle: Packers continue freefall, 49ers show offensive ceiling, Falcons, Seahawks & Vikings hold division leads

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 06:29:23 +0000

The Green Bay Packers' losing streak now stands at a shocking 4 losses and despite having the Detroit Lions on their schedule next week, it's hard to see any signs of optimism for the Aaron Rodgers & the perennial playoff contender.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off their Sunday evening podcast reacting to their 10-point loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday Night Football. Even if they hang on to make the playoffs, do they have any hope of beating the other NFC contenders. What did Rodgers really mean by his quote about playing the Buffalo Bills being, "the best thing for us?"

Charles & Frank recap all of Sunday's action from the Denver Broncos' early morning win over Jacksonville in London to the San Francisco 49ers showing their offensive prowess over the L.A. Rams with a historic Christian McCaffrey performance. Also in the episode, Tony Pollard shows why he should be the lead back in Dallas, Bill Belichick makes Zach Wilson look silly, AJ Brown demonstrates why his trade and contract extension look like amazing moves and Josh McDaniels continues the tour of embarrassment for the Las Vegas Raiders.

0:25 Green Bay Packers 17, Buffalo Bills 27

14:00 San Francisco 49ers 31, Los Angeles Rams 14

20:45 New York Giants 13, Seattle Seahawks 27

27:45 New England Patriots 22, New York Jets 17

32:30 Carolina Panthers 34, Atlanta Falcons 37 (OT)

36:55 Chicago Bears 29, Dallas Cowboys 49

40:25 Arizona Cardinals 26, Minnesota Vikings 34

43:30 Miami Dolphins 31, Detroit Lions 27

47:30 Pittsburgh Steelers 13, Philadelphia Eagles 35

51:10 Las Vegas Raiders 0, New Orleans Saints 24

56:20 Washington Commanders 17, Indianapolis Colts 16

57:50 Tennessee Titans 17, Houston Texans 10

60:10 Denver Broncos 21, Jacksonville Jaguars 17

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Eagles & Jets heat up trade deadline, why Bill Belichick is ruining Mac Jones, should Matt Ryan hang it up & embarrassing Halloween stories

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:31:52 +0000

Trade season is upon us. It kicked off last week with the Carolina Panthers' blockbuster trade of Christian McCaffrey to the San Francisco 49ers. It continued this week with the New York Jets acquiring Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson & on Wednesday afternoon, the Chicago Bears sending defensive end Robert Quinn to the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles.

Charles Robinson, Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein kick off this week's podcast discussing the latter two moves, if the NFC teams are in an arms race ahead of next Tuesday's trade deadline and some other possible trade candidates such as Brandin Cooks, Elijah Moore, Roquan Smith and Laremy Tunsil.

Later in the show, the crew discusses Bill Belichick's strange handling of quarterbacks Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe and the Indianapolis Colts' decision to bench QB Matt Ryan for sophomore passer Sam Ehlinger.

Closing out the episode, Charles, Charles & Jori share a few embarrassing Halloween stories.

0:25 Philadelphia Eagles acquire DE Robert Quinn from Chicago Bears

6:20 New York Jets trade for RB James Robinson from Jacksonville Jaguars

10:15 Other trade candidates: Roquan Smith, Elijah Moore, Laremy Tunsil, Brandin Cooks & if Green Bay should trade for Cooks

22:05 Bill Belichick's troublesome handling of the Bailey Zappe/Mac Jones situation

39:25 Indianapolis Colts bench Matt Ryan for Sam Ehlinger

53:25 New Orleans Saints continue to start Andy Dalton; Russell Wilson's plane exercise routine

58:40 Embarrassing Halloween stories

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Week 7 Sunday Night Freestyle: Green Bay & Tampa Bay in free fall, SF trades for CMC, Seahawks atop NFC West

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 06:46:04 +0000

The top two vote getters in the 2021 NFL MVP race are in trouble. Aaron Rodgers & Tom Brady lost again this weekend as the Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers both fell to 3-4 as their teams near the halfway mark of the season. Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast with a question that needs to be legitimately asked at this point: are Rodgers and Brady hitting a wall?

After discussing the free fall in Tampa & Green Bay, the guys discuss Kansas City's blowout of the San Francisco 49ers, who traded for Christian McCaffrey on Thursday night & the New York Giants winning yet again on a surprisingly multi-faceted performance from Daniel Jones.

Charles & Frank react to all of Sunday's games on the episode including the return of Tua Tagovailoa in a win for the Miami Dolphins, the Seattle Seahawks elevating themselves atop the NFC West, the Cincinnati Bengals returning to their 2021 offensive juggernaut status and another offensively-challenged loss for the Denver Broncos.

0:25 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3, Carolina Panthers 21

12:05 Green Bay Packers 21, Washington Commanders 23

20:05 Kansas City Chiefs 44, San Francisco 49ers 23

28:45 New York Giants 23, Jacksonville Jaguars 17

36:45 Detroit Lions 6, Dallas Cowboys 24

40:35 Pittsburgh Steelers 10, Miami Dolphins 16

43:35 Seattle Seahawks 37, Los Angeles Chargers 23

51:00 Cleveland Browns 20, Baltimore Ravens 23

53:50 Atlanta Falcons 17, Cincinnati Bengals 35

56:30 New York Jets 16, Denver Broncos 9

64:50 Indianapolis Colts 10, Tennessee Titans 19

66:45 Houston Texans 20, Las Vegas Raiders 38

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Jim Irsay, Dan Snyder, Jerry Jones & Robert Kraft's war of words, Brady skips town, Rodgers wants simplification & CMC's trade value

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 01:52:43 +0000

When you get all the NFL owners in one room (minus lightning rod Dan Snyder), the pressure is bound to boil over when you have that collection of money, ego & power. Such was the case on Tuesday as multiple NFL owner feuds spilled out and generated some spicy headlines.

Charles Robinson is joined by Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein, who was at these owner meetings in New York this week, to discuss the fireworks coming from the semi-annual meetup of the league's top powers. First, Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay spoke out against Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder, insisting that, "there [is] merit to removing [Snyder]." Next, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones reportedly lashed out at New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, insisting, "don't f**k with me," over a potential extension for commissioner Roger Goodell.

Later in the podcast, Jori & the two Charles' chat about two QB controversies coming out of Week 6 in Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady skipping Saturday walkthroughs to attend the aforementioned Robert Kraft's wedding & Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers' public plea to "simplify" the offense.

Finally, the crew closes out the show discussing the trade market for Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey & debates the reason for the precipitous drop in scoring this season.

0:20 Jim Irsay publically implies Dan Snyder could be removed as Washington Commanders owner

8:30 Jerry Jones warns Robert Kraft over possible Roger Goodell extension

21:30 Tom Brady skips Buccaneers Saturday walkthrough to attend Robert Kraft's wedding

28:15 Aaron Rodgers' latest complaints about the Packers offense

43:45 What is Christian McCaffrey's trade value and what teams are interested?

55:50 Why has scoring and offense been so low this season?

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Week 6 Sunday Night Freestyle: Birds stay undefeated, Bills get revenge on Chiefs, Jets & Giants keep on winning

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 06:46:16 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab are back for their weekly Sunday night NFL recap. Leading things off, the guys start the show with Jalen Hurts & the Philadelphia Eagles staying undefeated against the division rival Dallas Cowboys. While falling to 4-2 isn't ideal for Dallas, it was ironically a positive loss for them as they look forward to bringing Dak Prescott back from thumb surgery as early as next weekend.

Charles & Frank also discuss the Buffalo Bills' revenge over their recent bully, the Kansas City Chiefs. Josh Allen looks like he may be the best QB in football and this 24-20 win might just be the difference between hosting an AFC championship game in upstate New York vs. western Missouri.

The guys also revel in the two other New York wins, with the Jets handily taking down the Green Bay Packers in Lambeau Field, while the Giants held off the Baltimore Ravens at home in MetLife Stadium.

Stick around through the entire show as Charles & Frank recap all of the Sunday Week 6 games in a head-scratching weekend that seemingly left half of the teams with a 3-3 record.

0:25 Dallas Cowboys 17, Philadelphia Eagles 26

6:30 Buffalo Bills 24, Kansas City Chiefs 20

16:25 New York Jets 27, Green Bay Packers 10

22:45 Baltimore Ravens 20, New York Giants 24

29:20 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 18, Pittsburgh Steelers 20

34:35 New England Patriots 38, Cleveland Browns 15

40:25 San Francisco 49ers 14, Atlanta Falcons 28

43:30 Cincinnati Bengals 30, New Orleans Saints 26

46:40 Jacksonville Jaguars 27, Indianapolis Colts 34

51:35 Minnesota Vikings 24, Miami Dolphins 16

56:10 Carolina Panthers 10, Los Angeles Rams 24

59:30 Arizona Cardinals 9, Seattle Seahawks 19

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Davante Adams shove, Carolina Panthers fire Matt Rhule, Ron Rivera criticizes Carson Wentz & the rise of Bailey Zappe?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 02:11:13 +0000

Two Monday Night Football games. Two very different instances of a player shoving a non-player to the ground, resulting in legal action. That was the scene for the second week in a row, this time coming out of Kansas City where Las Vegas Raiders WR Davante Adams shoved a photographer to the ground following the team's 29-30 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Charles Robinson & Jori Epstein kick off this mid-week podcast reacting to the grey area of this case, Adams' remorse, the role of on-field media personnel & what punishments, if any, may fall to the Raiders receiver.

They also discuss the Carolina Panthers firing head coach Matt Rhule, how Matthew Stafford almost became a Panther in the spring of 2021 and Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera criticizing QB Carson Wentz.

Jori does a deep dive on New England Patriots QB Bailey Zappe's circuitous road to an NFL starting job, how the fourth round passer has an opportunity to steal Mac Jones' job in the short-term and why Bill Belichick of all people seems to be encouraging it!

Charles & Jori close out the show taking an extended look at Sunday night's matchup between the Dallas Cowboys & Philadelphia Eagles.

Shoutout to Jori's book: The Upstander: How Surviving the Holocaust Sparked Max Glauben's Mission to Dismantle Hate

3:00 Fallout from Davante Adams' shove of an on-field photographer

15:20 Why the NFL likely won't legislate away the current rash of roughing the passer penalties

28:15 Matt Rhule fired by Carolina Panthers, David Tepper's ownership & what if Matthew Stafford were a Panther?

45:40 Ron Rivera openly criticizes Carson Wentz

50:45 The rise of Bailey Zappe in New England & Bill Belichick's support

61:05 Previewing Dallas Cowboys @ Philadelphia Eagles

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Week 5 Sunday Night Freestyle: Stafford regressing, Tucker closing, Kyler's Kermit suit & the crazy fun NFC East

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:37:42 +0000

When it comes to game-winning field goals, Justin Tucker is automatic. What else can you say? It's what Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab have to say to kick off Sunday evening's podcast. The Baltimore Ravens took charge of the AFC North over the former division champion Cincinnati Bengals thanks to the leg of Tucker on Sunday Night Football.

Charles & Frank react to that game, the three impressive NFC East wins from Dallas, New York & Philadelphia, the Los Angeles Rams looking completely lost at home & the Minnesota Vikings earning their topsy-turvy fourth win of the season on tonight's podcast.

0:20 Cincinnati Bengals 17, Baltimore Ravens 19

13:15 Dallas Cowboys 22, Los Angeles Rams, 10

20:25 New York Giants 27, Green Bay Packers 22

24:35 Chicago Bears 22, Minnesota Vikings 29

28:00 Philadelphia Eagles 20, Arizona Cardinals 17

32:20 Miami Dolphins 17, NY Jets 40

37:20 Detroit Lions 0, New England Patriots 29

42:20 Pittsburgh Steelers 3, Buffalo Bills 38

47:15 LA Chargers 30, Cleveland Browns 28

50:15 Seattle Seahawks 32, New Orleans 39

52:30 Tennessee Titans 21, Washington Commanders 17

54:35 Atlanta Falcons 15, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21

58:30 San Francisco 49ers 37, Carolina Panthers 15

60:45 Houston Texans 13, Jacksonville Jaguars 6

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Bobby Wagner's protestor smackdown, Tom Brady's marriage, Geno Smith's redemption & one insane fake Ravens trade

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Oct 2022 01:53:00 +0000

The biggest hit on Monday night's game between the Los Angeles Rams & San Francisco 49ers wasn't recorded in the official stat sheet. During a stoppage in play, Rams LB Bobby Wagner tackled a protester who had made his way onto the field in what at first was a viral moment for NFL Twitter. On Wednesday, TMZ reported that the protester has now filed assault charges against Wagner. Yahoo's Charles Robinson & Charles McDonald kick off the podcast discussing the wild twists of this story, if you assume risk of being decked by an NFL player when you run on a field or if Bobby Wagner was out of line for taking the agitator down.

There was also a game on Monday night, in which the Rams lost to San Francisco 24-9. The guys try to diagnose what is wrong with the defending Super Bowl champs this year.

Later in the show, Robinson & McDonald analyze the latest in Tom Brady's off-the-field issues as reports indicate he may be getting divorced, Seattle Seahawk Geno Smith's late-career resurgence, why the Atlanta Falcons should think about starting Desmond Ridder over Marcus Mariota & which overlooked WR the Baltimore Ravens should trade for.

Finally, the guys close out the show previewing a trio of key Week 5 games.

0:25 Bobby Wagner tackles protestor on MNF, who later files assault charges

9:05 What is wrong with the LA Rams?

21:05 Tom Brady's marriage

31:00 Geno Smith's late-career resurgence

39:15 Why the Falcons should start Desmond Ridder

49:10 One fake Baltimore Ravens WR trade

57:30 Dallas Cowboys @ Los Angeles Rams preview

61:45 Philadelphia Eagles @ Arizona Cardinals preview

66:05 Cincinnati Bengals @ Baltimore Ravens preview

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Week 4 Sunday Night Freestyle: Tua's TNF concussion overshadows, Eagles stay undefeated & Pickett's debut

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 3 Oct 2022 06:59:03 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night episode not by looking at the day's slate of games, but by rewinding to the scary scene in Cincinnati on Thursday night, where Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa suffered a scary concussion. Tagovailoa's injury on Thursday night reignited a conversation around player safety that Charles argues played a major effect on Sunday's slate of games.

After discussing the large shadow Thursday Night Football cast over the weekend & how the league will next address player safety, the guys dive into the rest of Sunday's games: from Kansas City's thorough handling of Tampa Bay, Buffalo's comeback in Baltimore, the Green Bay Packers needing an entire overtime period to handle New England 3rd stringer Bailey Zappe and more.

0:20 How Tua Tagovailoa's concussion loomed over Sunday's games

10:00 Kansas City Chiefs 41, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31

19:10 Jacksonville Jaguars 21, Philadelphia Eagles 29

24:20 Buffalo Bills 23, Baltimore Ravens 20

31:35 New York Jets 24, Pittsburgh Steelers 20

36:35 New England Patriots 24, Green Bay Packers 27 (OT)

44:05 Chicago Bears 13, New York Giants 20

47:30 Denver Broncos 23, Las Vegas Raiders 32

51:20 Los Angeles Chargers 34, Houston Texans 24

52:50 Tennessee Titans 24, Indianapolis Colts 17

54:40 Seattle Seahawks 48, Detroit Lions 45

57:20 Washington Commanders 10, Dallas Cowboys 25

60:50 Minnesota Vikings 28, New Orleans Saints 25

62:30 Cleveland Browns 20, Atlanta Falcons 23

63:45 Arizona Cardinals 26, Carolina Panthers 16

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Tua & Hurts making the leap, QB class of '21 struggles, Dak vs. Rush & RIP Pro Bowl

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 01:26:11 +0000

Charles Robinson welcomes back Yahoo's newest NFL reporters in Charles McDonald and Jori Epstein to the Wednesday podcast. They kick off the festivities with the end of another festivity: indeed, the Pro Bowl is no more. The crew discusses if this is good for the game as well as the news that Rihanna would be headlining next February's Super Bowl halftime show.

Later in the podcast, Jori reports from Dallas where there may or may not be serious QB competition between undefeated Cowboys backup Cooper Rush and Dak Prescott, the latter of which is still recovering from a thumb surgery. Does Jerry Jones actually intend to fan the flames of controversy here or is it all just bluster from the NFL's greatest showman.

Next, the trio turn their attention towards Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa and Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts. Both have their teams undefeated after Week 3 and respectively lead the NFL in many passing statistics. Our hosts discuss what it means for the Dolphins and Eagles to be seemingly out of the QB wilderness now that Tua & Jalen are seemingly making the leap to stardom.

Afterwards, the group closes out the podcast discussing how the QB class of 2021 (Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Trey Lance, Justin Fields, Mac Jones & Davis Mills) is decimated with injury and uncertainty just 20 games into their young careers.

Finally, the podcast is closed out with a discussion of five key Week 4 games to keep an eye on this weekend.

0:40 End of the Pro Bowl & Rhianna secures Super Bowl halftime show

14:45 Cooper Rush vs. Dak Prescott in Dallas' QB non-competition

28:45 Tua Tagovailoa & Jalen Hurts lifting fortunes of Miami Dolphins & Philadelphia Eagles

43:50 QB class of '21 struggling, who aside from Lawrence can be successful?

59:10 Week 4 games: MIA @ CIN, BUF @ BAL, JAX @ PHI, KC @ TB, LAR @ SF

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Week 3 Sunday Night Freestyle: Broncos win ugly (again), Tua stays undefeated, Chiefs, Bucs & Chargers stumble

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 07:05:06 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast with a heated discussion of the 11-10 Denver Broncos win over the San Francisco 49ers. It was an ugly game with a boatload of punting & some encouraging signs from Nathaniel Hackett's coaching, but a game where one can't help but ask what is wrong with the Broncos offense?

Later, Charles & Frank discuss Miami holding on to stay undefeated against Buffalo, Lamar Jackson shredding the Patriots defense, Indianapolis earning their first win of the season against the Chiefs, the Jaguars' dominance over the Chargers and the rest of the games from Week 3.

0:20 San Francisco @ Denver

16:10 Buffalo @ Miami

25:05 Green Bay @ Tampa Bay

30:30 Kansas City @ Indianapolis

35:00 Baltimore @ New England

40:20 Jacksonville @ LA Chargers

46:00 Detroit @ Minnesota

48:55 Las Vegas @ Tennessee

52:05 LA Rams @ Arizona

54:35 Cincinnati @ NY Jets

57:35 Philadelphia @ Washington

62:10 Atlanta @ Seattle

63:30 Houston @ Chicago

66:55 New Orleans @ Carolina

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Which 2-0 teams are for real, which 0-2s can bounce back & is Lamar's throwing arm okay?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 01:24:20 +0000

Charles Robinson is excited to be joined by the two newest Yahoos on the NFL beat: Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein. Charles, Charles & Jori kick off the podcast introducing themselves to the Yahoo audience & reacting to the news out of Baltimore where QB Lamar Jackson was seen with a protective sleeve on his right arm and did not participate in throwing drills during Wednesday's practice.

The trio devote the rest of the episode to the slate of undefeated and winless teams coming out of Week 2. Which 2-0 teams are for real and which of the four 0-2 teams have the best chance to bounce back?

0:15 Welcoming Charles McDonald & Jori Epstein to Yahoo Sports

6:20 Concern over Lamar Jackson's throwing arm

16:45 Miami Dolphins

23:05 Buffalo Bills

28:05 Kansas City Chiefs

32:25 New York Giants

35:55 Philadelphia Eagles

45:50 Tampa Bay Buccaneers

51:10 Tennessee Titans & Cincinnati Bengals

54:50 Atlanta Falcons & Carolina Panthers

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Week 2 Sunday Night Freestyle: Lance's season over, Tua outduels Lamar & Bucs/Saints brawl

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 06:54:46 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast reacting to Trey Lance's unfortunate ankle injury that will sideline him for the remainder of the season, Tua Tagovailoa's ascendant performance against Lamar Jackson's Baltimore Ravens & the utterly bizarre Tampa Bay/New Orleans game that saw two players get ejected and a poor Microsoft Surface tablet destroyed at the hands of the GOAT Tom Brady.

Later, the guys run through the rest of Sunday's 13 matchups including the Detroit Lions putting up another huge offensive game, more tales of woe from Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett & Joe Flacco of all people pulling out a win for the Jets against the Cleveland Browns.

0:20 Seattle Seahawks @ San Francisco 49ers

15:50 Miami Dolphins @ Baltimore Ravens

23:15 Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints

28:55 Washington Commanders @ Detroit Lions

32:25 Houston Texans @ Denver Broncos

41:25 Arizona Cardinals @ Las Vegas Raiders

46:40 Cincinnati Bengals @ Dallas Cowboys

51:10 Indianapolis Colts @ Jacksonville Jaguars

55:20 New York Jets @ Cleveland Browns

60:00 Atlanta Falcons @ Los Angeles Rams

62:45 Chicago Bears @ Green Bay Packers

64:05 New England Patriots @ Pittsburgh Steelers

66:25 Carolina Panthers @ New York Giants

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Reconsidering Brett Favre's legacy, Broncos MNF WTF & Cowboys/Steelers handling key injuries differently

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:21:22 +0000

After years of denials, the truth may be finally catching up to former Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre. Charles Robinson welcomes former NFL safety Tank Williams onto the podcast, kicking off the conversation with the recent text messages that implicate Favre in a plan to divert federal welfare funds towards building a new volleyball stadium at Southern Miss. Charles explains that this is yet another element in a large mosaic of questionable behavior from Favre, whose career should be looked at in a more skeptical light.

Later in the podcast, the guys talk about coach Nathaniel Hackett's dubious game management at the end of Monday's Denver Broncos loss to the Seattle Seahawks, the Dallas Cowboys & Pittsburgh Steelers handling the injuries of Dak Prescott & T.J. Watt in wildly different fashions and close out the episode previewing a handful of key Week 2 games.

0:55 Brett Favre scandal

20:45 Denver Broncos MNF loss

29:20 Dallas Cowboys rushing Dak Prescott back from injury

39:10 Pittsburgh Steelers approach to T.J. Watt injury

43:45 Los Angeles Chargers @ Kansas City Chiefs preview

48:15 Miami Dolphins @ Baltimore Ravens preview

51:45 Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ New Orleans Saints preview

54:55 Minnesota Vikings @ Philadelphia Eagles preview

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Week 1 Sunday Night Freestyle: Missed field goals galore, surprise endings & panic mode already in Dallas & Green Bay

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:45:28 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the 2022 edition of the Sunday night freestyle from none other than AT&T Stadium, where the Dallas Cowboys were served two major Ls on Sunday night. If the 19-3 drubbing from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasn't enough, a hand injury to Dak Prescott added injury to the insult, with the team's lead play caller expected to miss multiple weeks following an upcoming surgery.

The guys run through all 14 of Sunday's games including Green Bay's not-quite surprising loss to the Vikings in Minneapolis, Cincinnati's nail-biting OT loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a Kansas City blowout in Arizona and more.

0:20 Tampa Bay @ Dallas

12:50 Pittsburgh @ Cincinnati

18:00 Green Bay @ Minnesota

24:05 Las Vegas @ Los Angeles Chargers

26:45 San Francisco @ Chicago

30:35 Philadelphia @ Detroit

36:15 Cleveland @ Carolina

40:50 New Orleans @ Atlanta

45:00 Kansas City @ Arizona

47:10 New England @ Miami

50:10 Washington @ Jacksonville

52:40 New York Giants @ Tennessee

56:00 Baltimore @ New York Jets

58:35 Indianapolis @ Houston

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End of season award predictions, division winner picks & favorite Week 1 games

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 7 Sep 2022 19:30:20 +0000

The 2022 NFL season is finally a little more than 24 hours away and Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab to make some extremely early and unscientific predictions ahead of Thursday night's kickoff in Los Angeles between the Rams and Bills.

After starting off the podcast with the news that Kenny Pickett will start his NFL career in Pittsburgh as a backup for now, the guys dive into predicting some of the big end-of-season awards categories for this season. Who are Frank & Charles' MVP, rookie of the year & coach of the year picks? Tune in to find out.

They close out the pod selecting their 8 division winners for the 2022 season & sharing their Super Bowl winner picks before diving into a handful of the marquee games from Week 1.

0:20 Steelers name Mitchell Trubisky Week 1 starter

5:40 MVP predictions

14:15 Offensive player of the year predictions

18:15 Defensive player of the year predictions

22:15 Offensive rookie of the year predictions

27:30 Defensive rookie of the year predictions

30:50 Coach of the year predictions

36:40 Who will be the first coach fired?

43:55 Division winner & Super Bowl predictions

1:02:40 Favorite Week 1 games

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What Russell Wilson's extension means for future QB deals & NFC North, NFC South, AFC South previews

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 2 Sep 2022 18:58:05 +0000

On Thursday, Denver Broncos QB Russell Wilson signed a massive 5-year extension with the club to stay with the team through 2028 — all before he took his first snap. Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab discuss what the $245 million contract means for Denver, his former team the Seattle Seahawks & the class of young QBs about to sign new extensions of their own: Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow & Justin Herbert.

Later in the podcast, Charles talks about the disappointing run of Las Vegas Raiders first round picks, culminating in the squad cutting OL Alex Leatherwood earlier this week. For the rest of the show, the guys preview the twelve teams of the NFC North, NFC South & AFC South.

1:10 Russell Wilson extension in Denver & the state of elite QB contracts

20:45 Alex Leatherwood & Raiders' history with 1st round draft picks

26:50 NFC North – Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings

42:00 NFC South – Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers

51:40 AFC South – Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Tennessee Titans

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Jimmy G stays in SF (for now), Tom Brady's emotionally raw presser & AFC East/West previews

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 01:08:40 +0000

After the summer of endless speculation, Jimmy Garoppolo is...staying in San Francisco for the time being. The divisively reliable QB restructured his deal with the 49ers and likely at least start the year as the team's backup behind Trey Lance. Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off today's podcast discussing what this means for Lance, Garoppolo and the 49ers organization as a whole that they are employing the league's highest paid backup.

Next, Charles & Frank discuss Tom Brady's recent press conference in Tampa Bay, where he uncovered a rarely-seen part of his personality; an emotionally raw glimpse into the inner workings of the future Hall of Famer.

In the remainder of the show, the guys preview the eight teams that comprise the AFC East & West: why there are few signs of optimism coming out of New England, why the Jets are poised to waste another year of Zach Wilson's youth, why the Chargers are poised to correct the franchise's cursed attempts at glory & if the Chiefs' defensive roster can keep their high-powered offense in games and more.

0:20 Jimmy Garoppolo restructures contract in San Francisco

10:30 Tom Brady's revealing press conference

21:45 Buffalo Bills

29:15 New England Patriots

33:55 Miami Dolphins

38:30 New York Jets

48:15 Las Vegas Raiders

52:05 Los Angeles Chargers

57:50 Denver Broncos

63:05 Kansas City Chiefs

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Rams/Bengals camp fight, Cowboys lose LT Smith, Trey Lance debate & can Eagles win the NFC?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 00:54:29 +0000

The NFL world caught fire on Thursday afternoon after reports and video of a massive brawl breaking out at joint practice between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals. Most notably, the video shows Aaron Donald swinging a helmet (or two) at opposing players in the middle of the scrum.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the podcast reacting to the wild video and discussing what the league's options are in the grey area of practice fights, where historically there is very little precedent for players earning suspensions.

Later in the episode, the guys talk about the injury to Dallas Cowboys LT Tyron Smith & Jerry Jones' oddly pervasive optimism, despite signs that yet another Cowboys season is headed down the wrong track.

For the remainder of the episode, Charles & Frank spend time deconstructing the NFC East and NFC West divisions and previewing their thoughts on each team as we approach two weeks until the kickoff of Week 1.

0:20 Aaron Donald and the Rams/Bengals fight

10:40 Dallas Cowboys lose OT Tyron Smith

21:40 Philadelphia Eagles

27:50 New York Giants

30:45 Washington Commanders

39:50 Seattle Seahawks

44:05 Los Angeles Rams

48:35 San Francisco 49ers

56:15 Arizona Cardinals

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Tom Brady wasn't on 'The Masked Singer', Kayvon Thibodeaux cut block controversy & why the AFC North is wide open

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 23:27:01 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab for a look around the league, starting off with Tom Brady's return from an 11-day excused absence and the ridiculous rumors that he may have been appearing on The Masked Singer. The guys debate the true meaning of Brady's time away and how this is all likely the opening beats to Tom Brady's final year.

Later in the show, Charles & Frank talk about Kayvon Thibodeaux's injury during a preseason game & how it re-ignited a league-wide debate about cut blocks. They also have some final words on Deshaun Watson's 11-game suspension and why the league settled with him. Closing out the podcast, they discuss the suddenly wide-open AFC North, why the Baltimore Ravens can bounce back and why a Kenny Pickett-led run to the playoffs for the Pittsburgh Steelers isn't completely out of the question.

0:15 Tom Brady absence and return to Tampa

19:40 Kayvon Thibodeaux's controversial injury

30:15 Final thoughts on Deshaun Watson's suspension

37:15 Baltimore Ravens outlook and Lamar Jackson contract

43:00 Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals outlook

46:40 Pittsburgh Steelers outlook

51:55 General AFC talk

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Michael Smith returns to talk moving to Amazon, Patriots/Panthers fights & fearing for Zach Wilson

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 01:44:44 +0000

After opening the podcast with an update on Deshaun Watson, Charles Robinson is joined on this week's podcast by NBC's Michael Smith, who has recently been announced as an analyst for Prime Video's coverage of Thursday Night Football. Charles & Michael talk about their decades of friendship in the NFL journalism space and Michael's career journey from ESPN to NBC and his upcoming work for Amazon. (7:55)

Michael joins from Patriots/Panthers joint practice in Foxboro, Massachusetts, where Michael reports on the handful of fights that have broken out at camp & Charles weighs in on the fresh start for the offense under OC Ben McAdoo and Baker Mayfield. (28:43)

Closing out the episode, Charles & Michael discuss a few of the recent preseason injuries, highlighted by the partial meniscus tear suffered by New York Jets QB Zach Wilson. Michael laments Wilson's situation and fears that Wilson & Bears QB Justin Fields may suffer similar fates to star-crossed Carolina QBs Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold. (38:20)

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Preseason worry index, what's next for Watson, Jets camp visit & Hard Knocks' strong start

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 01:58:10 +0000

Training camps are underway across the country and for some teams, there is much to worry about already. One thing we don't have to worry about is whether or not Dan Campbell will be a compelling character on HBO's Hard Knocks. With one episode in the books, it's clear he'll be biting kneecaps into our hearts all summer long.

Charles Robinson is joined on today's podcast by Yahoo's Frank Schwab and Tyler Greenawalt. First, Charles & Frank discuss why folks (including them) are somewhat high on the Detroit Lions this season. Later Charles explains where the NFL, NFLPA and the Cleveland Browns currently stand awaiting the results of the appeal to Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension. Lastly, they create a "preseason worry index" and chat about 5 teams who should be experiencing different levels of worry on the eve of preseason.

Afterwards, Charles is joined by Yahoo Sports' resident New York Jets expert Tyler Greenawalt to discuss the rollercoaster offseason for gang green: from their massive draft haul, to the injury to Mekhi Becton, to Zach Wilson's mature handling of the New York media amid one sensational off-field story (you know which one).

DETROIT LIONS & HARD KNOCKS (1:30)

WATSON SUSPENSION & BROWNS OUTLOOK (10:50)

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (24:30)

PITTSBURGH STEELERS (33:15)

CHICAGO BEARS (36:00)

TENNESSEE TITANS (44:15)

NEW YORK JETS (47:55)

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Punishments for Dolphins & Watson, plus camp deep-dives on Cowboys, Broncos & Vikings

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 3 Aug 2022 16:00:14 +0000

Monday & Tuesday saw two long-awaited punishments get delivered in the league as first, independent arbitrator Sue Robinson levied a 6-game suspension at Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson and later, the NFL took away a future 1st and 3rd round pick from the Miami Dolphins who were found to have been tampering in order to acquire Tom Brady and Sean Payton.

Charles Robinson discusses those two major developments and more on the latest podcast. First he speaks with The Athletic's Arif Hasan about Miami's punishment & the league's casual dismissal of tanking games before diving into Arif's expertise: the Minnesota Vikings. They talk about the new blood atop the organization in rookie head coach Kevin O'Connell & new GM Kewsi Adofo-Mensah & Kirk Cousins' future with the team.

Next, he speaks with Dallas Cowboys beat reporter Jori Epstein of USA Today. Charles & Jori talk about what could happen next with the NFL's upcoming decision whether or not to appeal Deshaun Watson's suspension, if the Cowboys' culture is strained by Jerry Jones' split roles in the organization & whether Dak Prescott was more injured than we thought last season. (34:25)

Finally, Charles rings up Broncos insider Mike Klis of 9 News Denver to talk about the immediate fallout from Tim Patrick's ACL tear, the flood of new energy coming into the building with a new owner, QB, coach and GM all stepping into the organization within 18 months and why even a 10-win season from the Broncos could make them a scary team to play in January. (1:02:40)

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Training Camp Tour 2022: Las Vegas Raiders' new chapter & Los Angeles Rams hope to repeat

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 16:22:06 +0000

Charles Robinson's 2022 training camp tour is under way on the west coast & he's joined by two local beat reporters from Las Vegas and Los Angeles to go more in depth in two of this seasons' most intriguing teams.

First, Charles welcomes The Athletic's Tashan Reed onto the podcast to talk about the Raiders, their blockbuster addition of Davante Adams, the transition into the Josh McDaniels era & why bolstering the offensive line will be the key to success for Vegas if they want to have success this year in an absolutely stacked AFC West.

In the second half of the show, Charles is joined by Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic to get some insight into the reigning Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams: why this team is primed for a repeat title, how Jalen Ramsey is becoming a leader on and off the field and why Allen Robinson is primed for a huge season after gelling this summer with Matthew Stafford & Cooper Kupp.

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Preseason Storylines: AFC edition, plus Dan Snyder's yacht tracker

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:02:48 +0000

Charles Robinson & Dan Wetzel are back after last week's NFC preview podcast to chat about the sixteen team of the AFC as 2022 training camps are set to kick off this week, but not before chatting about Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder, his methodical skirting of a congressional subpoena and the Twitter account tracking his yacht.

Moving to their preseason conference preview: did the Kansas City Chiefs do enough to maintain an advantage in the AFC West? Are we sleeping on the Las Vegas Raiders? Could training camp starts before Sue Robinson issues a Deshaun Watson verdict? And do we know anything about the Jacksonville Jaguars, or was the fog of Urban Meyer obscuring a sneakily interesting team that could be frisky in 2022?

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16 Preseason Storylines: NFC edition, plus Zach Wilson did what?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 20:59:11 +0000

NFL training camps kick off in just a few days, so Charles Robinson returns from his summer hiatus to preview the storylines he's thinking about as the 2022 preseason draws closer each day.

Today Charles is joined by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel as they focus on the sixteen teams of the NFC, but not before a potentially NSFW dive into the drama surrounding New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson. Don't know what we're talking about. Listen to the show & just Google it.

For the remainder of the episode, the guys talk about the key storylines they're focusing on for each NFC team: can Baker Mayfield save the Carolina Panthers' coaching staff? Is Mike McCarthy on the hot seat in Dallas? Can the Los Angeles Rams repeat? Is Justin Fields any good? Charles & Dan answer those questions and more on today's podcast.

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11 lingering offseason questions before NFL training camps begin

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 22:56:00 +0000

The NFL offseason is about to enter its final lull between the end of OTAs in June and the start of training camps in July. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Frank Schwab to run through the eleven most compelling offseason questions that still remain unanswered as we enter this period.

Will Congress do something about Dan Snyder? Will we see trades for Baker Mayfield and Jimmy Garoppolo? How long will Deshaun Watson's punishment be? Who will be calling plays for the New England Patriots? The guys attempt to answer all those and more as the podcast heads into a brief summer hiatus before the NFL season is upon us.

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More uncertainty for Baker & Watson, Broncos sell for $4.65B & updates on Metcalf, Kupp & Samuel

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 8 Jun 2022 22:57:20 +0000

Charles Robinson welcomes EPSN's Jeremy Fowler onto the podcast with more news from the Cleveland Browns QB situation, as the team excused Baker Mayfield from mandatory minicamp while no movement seems likely yet on a trade for Mayfield to Carolina or Seattle.

Next, Charles & Jeremy discuss three top-tier WRs who are all expecting major contracts this offseason: Seattle's D.K. Metcalf, San Francisco's Deebo Samuel & Los Angeles' Cooper Kupp. While Metcalf skips his teams OTAs to wait for a new deal, the guys discuss where all three contract negotiations stand. (12:35)

Keeping it with the Rams, Charles & Jeremy react to Aaron Donald's massive contract restructure and how it could reshape roster construction for years to come. (26:30)

Moving back to the Browns' QB woes, Charles explains how recent reporting from the New York Times is adding complications to the league's wait on a punishment for Deshaun Watson. (34:50)

Closing out the show, Charles discusses the sale of the Denver Broncos to Wal-Mart heir Rob Walton for $4.65 billion (47:50) and Jeremy talks about the six sophomore QBs heading into 2022 and how various league sources see their growth in year two. (56:45)

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MLB fight over NFL fantasy, 23rd lawsuit against Deshaun Watson, Aaron Donald at "peace" with potential retirement?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 1 Jun 2022 22:17:50 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Dan Wetzel to perform a full forensic breakdown of the fight everyone in pro sports is talking about. MLB stars Mike Trout, Joc Pederson, and Tommy Pham are embroiled in a fantasy football feud... something we all can relate to.

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson is now up to 23 civil lawsuits. Dan and Charles debate what the NFL will do with the cases continuing to add up. Could we see a full-year suspension for Watson?

Super Bowl champion Aaron Donald recently stated he is at "peace" with the prospect of retiring. Is this just a play for a bigger contract? The guys also discuss the newly released Madden cover before pitching a mean Family Feud show idea...

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Reacting to Uvalde, Kaepernick's Raider workout, fixing the Pro Bowl & 20 minutes with George Kittle

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 26 May 2022 03:57:46 +0000

We open this week's podcast with heavy hearts after the tragic massacre at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports' Shalise Manza Young and do their best to wrap their minds around another senseless mass shooting in America.

Diving into football, Charles & Shalise discuss two topics coming out of Nevada. First, Colin Kaepernick participated in a very real workout for the Las Vegas Raiders today. We explain why even if Kaepernick isn't in silver & black this fall, this workout could open the floodgates for other teams to come calling. (13:45)

Next, they discuss the hearing today in former Raiders coach Jon Gruden's suit against the NFL. Charles explains why the NFL took a pair of legal Ls in this court proceeding. (24:45)

Afterwards, Shalise discusses the number of diversity initiatives the NFL launched this week and how they seem like an acknowledgement of the Brian Flores lawsuit. (30:00)

Later, Charles & Shalise discuss the conflicting reports about NFL owners being unhappy with Daniel Snyder, possibly to the point of getting enough votes to oust him from the league. (36:15)

Wrapping up the first conversation, they try to come up with ideas to fix the Pro Bowl after Roger Goodell made a statement earlier in the week portending its demise. (42:40)

Finally, Charles welcomes San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle onto the show to talk about the second year of Tight End University, Deebo Samuel's contract status, Mike McDaniel leaving for the Miami Dolphins and the never ending QB controversy in the Bay Area. (57:10)

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Watson punishment decision draws near, Brees & Payton go separate ways on TV

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 May 2022 23:12:55 +0000

Thursday was not without its fair share of college football fireworks that couldn't help but bleed into today's NFL podcast. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel (host of the College Football Enquirer) to react to the explosive comments from Alabama's Nick Saban and Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher about the state of college football.

Later, Charles digs into the latest around Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson and what all signs point to as an impending decision regarding his status for the 2022 season. Charles explains why we may not have to wait much longer to discover if he'll be suspended & highlights the scenarios in which Baker Mayfield could stay on the Browns roster this season. (23:50)

Moving into the broadcasting world, Charles & Dan later discuss Monday Night Football adding flex scheduling and three total double-headers to their slate starting with the 2023 season. They also chat about two former New Orleans Saints passing by each other as ships in the night of TV football analysis as Drew Brees appears to have been one-and-done at NBC while Sean Payton has reportedly joined the ranks at FOX. (36:10)

The guys close out the podcast discussing Green Bay Packers CB Jaire Alexander's new monster contract, why defensive back money is exploding now and the next position group that will have a $30 million dollar man. (50:05)

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Our top 10 most anticipated games of the 2022 NFL season

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 13 May 2022 04:29:51 +0000

On Thursday evening, the NFL released the schedule for the 2022 season. Even though we knew the matchups way in advance, it was finally great to see when some marquee matchups would occur and what the primetime slate would be — and from the looks of it, the schedule does not disappoint.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Frank Schwab and Eric Edholm to take a look at the 10 games they're looking forward to most in 2022. Before they get into all the schedule talk, the guys briefly take a few league stories for a spin, including Denver Broncos WR Jerry Jeudy's domestic violence arrest, the Jacksonville Jaguars taking an L on first overall pick Travon Walker's rookie contract, Bill Belichick holding a competition for offensive play calling duties in New England & the mayor of Dallas pleading for an second team to move to north Texas.

In the second half of the show, the guys break down their favorite games from the 2022 slate, including a Chiefs/Buccaneers Super Bowl LV rematch, a high-octane Bills/Rams Thursday nighter to kick off the season, Deshaun Watson's Week 3 opportunity to make a statement against the Steelers & a sneaky-interesting Jets/Jaguars game that will show how the sophomore QBs are faring in year two.

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Tom Brady lines up his next gig & allegations of misconduct within Raiders ownership

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 10 May 2022 21:51:21 +0000

It's nice to have your next job lined up before you leave your current one. Especially if that job pays $37.5 million per year Tom Brady's next gig as lead analyst for FOX — whenever he decides to hang up the cleats.

Charles Robinson is joined by Wall Street Journal's Andrew Beaton to react to this morning's mind blowing report that TB12 will be heading to the booth for some serious change that is sure to change the landscape of the television talent market and potentially lure some others like Peyton Manning, Russell Wilson and more into television if they can approach a payout like Brady's.

Next, Charles & Andrew discuss the recent news out of Las Vegas, where interim team president Dan Ventrelle was fired for whistleblowing on alleged workplace misconduct within the Raiders organization. With another ownership controversy in the news this offseason, will Roger Goodell's legacy be errant owner behavior?

Wrapping up the podcast, the guys chat about Andrew's hometown New York Jets and Giants, and how both franchises hope they are on the path to turn around their recent years of bad performance.

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Jerry Jones' wild week, Hopkins suspended, salty AFC South QBs & should Belichick continue drafting?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 May 2022 21:04:22 +0000

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has had a wild week. First, he accidentally leaked the first 34 picks on Dallas' draft board, opening up the rare glimpse into a team's scouting process. On Wednesday, he got into a minor auto accident and was briefly hospitalized. Charles Robinson is joined by Dan Wetzel to check in on the NFL's most eccentric and infamous owner and why the aforementioned draft leak is so interesting.

Next, they chat about New England Patriots head coach/GM Bill Belichick's recent draft, which has been the subject of criticism from sources in and outside of the league. Entering his third year of the post-Brady Pats era, should his responsibilities be limited to just coaching?

In the second half of the show, Charles & Dan discuss:

• Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins receiving a 6 game suspension and how that throws more pressure on Kyler Murray's prove-it fourth season

• Tennessee Titans QB Ryan Tannehill saying it wouldn't be his job to mentor rookie Malik Willis

• Indianapolis Colts QB Matt Ryan throwing some dirt on his former franchise the Atlanta Falcons

• The 2022 slate of international games and the prospect of multiple expansion teams abroad

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Honey Badger to NO, 2022 NFL Draft recap and 2023 QB class preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 May 2022 20:59:13 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports senior draft analyst Eric Edholm for a full recap of the 2022 NFL Draft, including which teams had the best and worst draft classes, and a quick preview of next year's absolutely loaded QB class. The guys also break down the news of Tyrann Mathieu signing with the New Orleans Saints, and they wonder if there is trouble brewing between Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens.

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Round 1 2022 Draft Recap: Jets & Lions get big pieces on both sides, AJ Brown & Marquise Brown get traded

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:31:51 +0000

Charles Robinson and Eric Edholm react to the first round of Thursday night's NFL Draft.

It was hyped as one of the least predictable drafts of all time, and for an hour or so during the middle of the round one, it was. Six wide receivers went off the board in quick succession, while the Philadelphia Eagles traded for A.J. Brown and Arizona Cardinals traded for Marquise Brown. The Pittsburgh Steelers, who were expected to draft a quarterback went with local kid Kenny Pickett while Malik Willis needs to wait another day to hear his name called.

Charles & Eric talk about the two veteran trades, Jets and Lions making big moves and the Packers avoiding wide receivers...again.

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Mock top 10 with 2021's most accurate mock drafter

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:28:46 +0000

The NFL draft is only 48 hours away and, compared to prior years, there is a lot that is yet to be known about how the first round will play out. Charles Robinson is joined by Underdog Fantasy's Josh Norris, who correctly predicted 16 out of 32 picks in last year's draft, to take one final look at this year's selection.

They work their way through the first ten picks of Thursday night's draft and try to predict how the 2022 class of rookies are delegated out to their new teams. Is the tide turning towards Georgia's Travon Walker as the first overall pick to Jacksonville? What will the New York Jets & Giants each do with their respective pairs of top ten selections? What about the lowly Houston Texans and Atlanta Falcons, who have many needs to fill on their subpar rosters.

The guys also discuss how many QBs will go in round one & what the Green Bay Packers may do to address their wide receiver shortage.

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How the Deebo Samuel trade request is shaking up the future of the salary cap

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 22:14:34 +0000

On Wednesday, ESPN's Jeff Darlington shook up the NFL world, reporting that Deebo Samuel had requested a trade from the San Francisco 49ers. The wideout has been the center of trade speculation all offseason as he is likely to be dealt and/or receive a massive contract extension at a time WR money is exploding throughout league salary caps.

To talk about this situation in depth, Charles Robinson is joined by none other than Jeff Darlington. They chat about where Deebo currently stands with the 49ers, how likely it is he may be dealt, what teams are his main suitors and how this revolution in wide receiver money will likely affect the salary cap for years.

Later, they chat about DK Metcalf and AJ Brown, two other star wideouts who could be in line for a massive payday or a trade. Following that, Charles & Jeff discuss why Kyler Murray seems more likely than not to stay in Arizona.

Finally, the guys circle back to the rumors of Tom Brady's interest in co-owning the Miami Dolphins. Jeff did some research and found the conditions that would allow a team minority owner to also play for said team.

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2022 All-Juice team in honor of Terez Paylor: Aidan Hutchinson, Sauce Gardner & more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:21:16 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Eric Edholm to break down the 2022 All-Juice team. The late Terez Paylor put together the squad of NFL draft candidates that exemplify effort, attitude, and performance on and off the field and Charles and Eric have picked up the torch to continue the tradition.

The guys have a feeling Terez would have loved this class because it is a football nerd's dream... a lot of talent with not a clear-cut #1 QB. Needless to say, scouts have their work cut out for them. Charles and Eric go position by position and dive into each player and why they made the cut. From the potential first-overall pick Aidan Hutchinson to the loaded undrafted class, this year's All-Juice team has it all. Are we expecting shocking picks and plenty of trades in Las Vegas?

The duo also chats news nuggets off the top including Dallas Cowboys DB Kelvin Joseph's recent involvement with the police and the tragic death of a young man.

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The Winter of Baker's discontent, Carr's deal signals $50m QB era & the NFL's Tom Brady tampering conundrum

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 20:25:45 +0000

Yesterday, Cleveland Browns QB Baker Mayfield (and his dog) appeared on a podcast to air his grievances against the team that drafted him and still has yet to trade him. In the words of today's guest on this podcast, "shut up!"

Charles Robinson is joined by NFL Network's Jim Trotter to talk about Baker's current sad state of affairs, what his current trade value appears to be and what the former first overall pick can to do save his spiraling career.

Later, Charles & Jim look at Derek Carr's recent three-year extension with the Las Vegas Raiders. With many of the league's top QBs entering a $40 million per year average salary, is $50 million about to be the new $40 million? Also, despite this current spending spree, have the Raiders even made a dent in their ability to compete for a division title in the AFC West?

Afterwards, the guys dive into the ongoing theory linking Tom Brady, the Miami Dolphins, Sean Payton & the Brian Flores lawsuit into a Charlie Kelly-like wall of yarn. As more pieces come together, is the NFL about to investigate itself in a circle proving multiple pieces of the Flores suit to be true?

Finally, the guys spend the latter half the show discussing HBCUs and the NFL draft, why it's difficult for HBCU athletes to make the leap into the NFL, despite standouts like Darius Leonard & the many forces that continue to hold back black athletes and coaches from these schools.

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Remembering Dwayne Haskins, Washington's revenue fiasco continues & grading the 2022 draft with a former Falcons scout

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 23:27:36 +0000

The football world was shocked over the weekend when Ohio State standout, former first-round pick with Washington and Pittsburgh backup QB Dwayne Haskins was killed after being struck by an automobile in Florida at the age of 24.

Charles Robinson & Eric Edholm open the podcast remembering the short career of Haskins, reflect on the outpouring of love for the player & how the media has covered this tragedy.

Later Charles & Eric stay in Washington as they discuss the latest allegations against the Washington Commanders. On Wednesday the congressional oversight committee tasked with investigating the franchise issued a memo alleging stealing deposits from season ticket holders & misidentifying ticket revenue that should have gone to the league. With the walls closing in on Dan Snyder, will the NFL levy a never-before-seen punishment on the Washington owner?

Afterwards, Charles provides an update on the latest in the 22 civil suits facing new Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson. There will be a moratorium on hearing these cases from August 2022 until March 2023, Charles explains what happens next as this saga is likely to continue into next year and beyond.

Finally, Charles & Eric are joined by former Atlanta Falcons scout Rodrik David, who discusses what it is like inside every NFL war room at this point of the year, what the year-round scouting process is like on college players & shares his thoughts on a number of prospects likely to be selected later in this month's draft.

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Deebo scrubs the IG, Flores suit adds plaintiffs, Brady's Dolphins dalliance & rookie WR tiers

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 8 Apr 2022 01:46:16 +0000

The daily NFL soap opera continues with in a way befitting of the Gen Z & Millennial era: with a player removing all mentions of his current team from his Instagram profile. Yes, that's what Deebo Samuel was up to this Thursday, in a move likely to make 49er fans light their hair on fire with anxiety.

Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo Fantasy expert Matt Harmon onto the podcast to chat about what's going on with Deebo in San Francisco, as he is yet another wide receiver due to receive a monstrous new contract in the coming year.

Charles later dives into new developments spurring out of the Brian Flores lawsuit. First, former Cardinals HC Steve Wilks and Titans DC Ray Horton added their names to the class action suit against the NFL and multiple clubs. Simultaneously, new audio was discovered of former Titans coach Mike Mularkey revealing that his promotion to head coach at the club skirted the league's Rooney Rule.

Another interesting story is the report that the Dolphins may have promised Tom Brady an ownership stake in the team in an apparent move to lure the QB to Miami this offseason in a deal that ultimately never came to pass. Charles explains why he believes the reports.

Finally, the guys turn their focus to the 2022 NFL draft. Matt breaks down his tiers in the wide receiver class & why he believes five wideouts will go in the first round.

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Another Washington scandal, Kraft fires shots at Belichick & that wild Eagles-Saints pick swap

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 6 Apr 2022 00:33:13 +0000

The Washington Commanders continue to make headlines for all the wrong reasons, this time after allegations that the franchise was withholding ticket income from the NFL's revenue sharing program among its 32 clubs. It's just another day in Dan Snyder's Washington.

Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo's Frank Schwab onto the podcast, kicking off the episode with these latest allegations & why financial improprieties like this could somehow, finally, maybe be the thing that forces Snyder to sell the team.

Next, Charles & Frank talk about some comments New England Patriots owner made about the teams recent postseason performance and successes (or lack thereof) in the draft. Is he firing shots at coach Bill Belichick? And what sort of success should the Patriots realistically expect after the incredible twenty-year run led by Tom Brady? (18:30)

Later, the guys talk about the epic trade between the Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints that saw eight total future draft picks get swapped. Why are the Saints stockpiling in 2022 while the Eagles are taking the long-view and looking ahead to the 2023 and 2024 draft? (35:20)

After that, Charles & Frank debate the ballooning salaries for wide receivers, as A.J. Brown, D.K. Metcalf and Deebo Samuel will all likely land monster contracts in the next year. Should rebuilding teams like the Seattle Seahawks dole out large salaries to skill players while their QB position remains a large question mark? (43:25)

Finally, the guys close out the show on Jim Harbaugh arranging for Colin Kaepernick to throw during last weekend's Michigan Wolverines spring game. Did an appearance like this move the needle towards a Kaepernick return to the NFL? (54:00)

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The conspiracy theory behind Bruce Arians' retirement, Bobby Wagner to LA & Edholm's latest mock draft

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 1 Apr 2022 01:47:20 +0000

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have had a completely normal and not at all strange offseason. After losing to the Los Angeles Rams in the divisional round, Tom Brady abruptly retired on a Saturday, then un-retired six weeks later on the eve of free agency. Then on Wednesday, head coach Bruce Arians announced his surprise retirement, to be succeeded by defensive coordinator Todd Bowles.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports' Eric Edholm to react to this week's bombshell news and ask the question: could these events be somehow related? Did an underlying issue stemming from Antonio Brown's sudden banishment from the Bucs drive a wedge between Brady & Arians — and how does it relate to the Brian Flores lawsuit in Miami? Charles has the tin foil hat and all the answers.

Later in the podcast, the guys respond to the news that free agent linebacker Bobby Wagner signed with the aforementioned Super Bowl champion Rams, who continue to stockpile star players on both sides of the ball.

In the second half of the show, Eric rolls through the top 10 on his latest mock draft and Charles dives into Eric's predictions as they discuss the Jaguars' first pick, where some rookie wideouts may land & whether Carolina or Seattle would be first to draft a QB.

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What happened at the NFL owners meetings? New OT rules, diversity efforts, Baker & Jimmy G updates, Lamar's contract and more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 05:15:34 +0000

At the annual NFL league meeting in Florida, a bevy of interesting developments occurred as the sports coaches, executives and owners descended on Palm Beach.

What went down? Charles Robinson spent all weekend in Florida to find out. He's joined by Shalise Manza Young to discuss the numerous league issues that were dealt with during the proceedings, including new overtime rules, the NFL's mandated diversity efforts & some behind-the-scenes grumbling about Deshaun Watson's new contract.

Charles & Shalise also talk about where the Baker Mayfield & Jimmy Garoppolo situations stand inside the Cleveland and San Francisco franchises, the 2024 draft heading to Detroit & the Buffalo Bills securing $850 million of taxpayer funds for their new stadium.

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Why the Tyreek Hill trade to Miami symbolizes the tough offseasons in Kansas City, Green Bay & Dallas

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 23:57:45 +0000

The seismic 2022 NFL offseason trucks along with even more shocking trades. On Wednesday, the Kansas City Chiefs traded star wideout Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins for a slew of five future draft picks. Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo Sports' Frank Schwab onto the podcast to react to the second massive WR trade in as many weeks and what this means for the Chiefs, the Dolphins and the league as a whole.

Later, they talk about some other free agency head-scratchers including the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys & Carolina Panthers — as well as a handful of other transactions that hadn't made it into podcast discussion like Mitchell Trubisky to the Pittsburgh Steelers and La'el Collins to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Charles breaks the news live on the episode that a second grand jury in Texas declined to indict Deshaun Watson, who the Cleveland Browns just acquired in a blockbuster trade. The guys close out the show discussing how stories like the Watson allegations and Colin Kaepernick's continued banishment from the league will be top of mind at the NFL owners' meetings this weekend in Florida.

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'They don't care:' Watson goes to Cleveland in monumental deal, Baker's uncertain future & catching up with Ricky Williams

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:03:27 +0000

Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo Sports' Dan Wetzel onto the first hour of the podcast, reacting to last week's trade of Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns. There's a lot to discuss behind this deal: the trade compensation itself, the massive fully guaranteed contract Watson signed afterwards, what's next for the 22 civil cases filed against Watson. Charles & Dan look at this deal from all angles as the shockwaves from this trade still continue to reverberate through the league.

Later in the show, the guys talk about what may be next for Baker Mayfield, what led to Matt Ryan's trade to the Indianapolis Colts, take one final jab at Urban Meyer & close out the discussion pondering the Kansas City Chiefs' free agency.

Afterwards, Charles spends some time talking with former NFL running back & Heisman Trophy winner Ricky Williams about his life beyond football, how attitudes have changed in the last 20 years and his cannabis lifestyle brand, Highsman.

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Free Agency-palooza, Part II: Baker's Cleveland meltdown, fake Watson trades, Von secures the bag in Buffalo

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 02:14:21 +0000

The first week of the 2022 NFL free agency period continues its descent into the twilight zone. A week feels like a month. A month feels like a year. It's been the weirdest league year ever and it's only been in existence for 50something hours.

Charles Robinson is joined by Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy to recap the latest wild stories from this week, starting off with the apparent irreconcilable differences between Baker Mayfield and the Cleveland Browns.

Later they explore the three teams Deshaun Watson has reportedly narrowed his interest to: the Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons. Each has their own pros and cons as a landing spot for the QB. Josh & Charles explain why each scenario might work. (18:30)

DISCLAIMER: This podcast was recorded hours before ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Carolina would be out of the running for Watson.

Finally, the guys close out the show breaking down Von Miller securing the bag in Buffalo for a reported 6-year deal and Allen Robinson joining the Los Angeles Rams stacked receiving corps. (48:45)

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Free Agency-palooza, Part I: Brady's back, Gregory's flip-flop on Dallas & the four teams vying for Watson

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 01:37:47 +0000

The 2022 NFL league year hasn't technically begun, yet the unofficial start to free agency has been wild. Remember Tom Brady? He's back. The Jacksonville Jaguars? They broke the bank for Christian Kirk. Deshaun Watson? Seems like he could be traded any minute now.

Charles Robinson welcomes The Athletic's Robert Mays onto the podcast to discuss the absolutely bonkers first few days of free agency. What happened between Randy Gregory and the Dallas Cowboys to make him spurn his initial deal in order to sign with the Denver Broncos instead? Which four teams seem most likely to land Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson? And which teams won the first hours of free agency?

Charles & Robert discuss all those topics and more on today's episode. Keep it subscribed to the podcast; later in the week Charles will return with more free agency analysis.

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Blockbuster Wilson, Wentz, Mack trades set in motion the lead-up to free agency

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 21:37:48 +0000

When it was reported that Aaron Rodgers would be staying in Green Bay on Tuesday morning, you may have thought that would have been the biggest NFL story of the week. And boy, how you would have been mistaken.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to the three major trades this week, all in the lead-up to free agency on today's podcast. Starting off in the AFC West, the guys talk about how the Denver Broncos trade for Russell Wilson came together & the west coast arms race that led the Los Angeles Chargers to trade for Khalil Mack a few days later. But can either team dethrone Kansas City?

In the NFC, the Washington Commanders traded for former Colts QB Carson Wentz in a mostly head-scratching move as Wentz has been one of the most frustrating players in football the last few seasons. The guys talk about the lack of a trade market for Wentz & what Indianapolis does next now that they've re-entered the QB wilderness.

Finally, Charles & Frank talk about some of the big free agents who will look to be signed by new teams next week including Allen Robinson, Bobby Wagner, Terron Armstead, J.C. Jackson, and very likely, Amari Cooper.

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Combine Takeaways, Part II: Thibodeaux falling, Georgia's D-Line, OT debate & Kenny Pickett vs. Malik Willis

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Sun, 6 Mar 2022 20:54:35 +0000

Charles Robinson & Eric Edholm wrap up their thoughts from the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis after a weekend full of insane 40-yard dashes, skipped 3-cone drills & forgone bench presses.

Before they get into any of the incoming rookie evaluations from Lucas Oil Stadium, Charles & Eric open the podcast reflecting on the reports that the Dallas Cowboys are likely to release star WR Amari Cooper at the start of the league season. Charles explains how the Cowboys' cap situation led to this and why this likely means Michael Gallup and Dalton Schultz are staying in Big D.

Diving into the combine, Eric talks about some mishaps behind the scenes that caused the RB group to miss a few drills & why this may or may not be the final combine in Indianapolis. (10:45)

Later, Eric & Charles talk about Jordan Davis and the insane Georgia Bulldogs defensive line making an impact at this year's combine & the three offensive tackles at the top of most draft boards: Evan Neal, Ikem Ekwonu and Charles Cross. (25:00)

Oregon edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux was considered to be a likely candidate for the first overall pick for most of the 2021 season. The guys explain why that may not come to pass and the reasons for his current draft stock slide. (39:40)

Charles & Eric close out the podcast discussing two of the top QBs on NFL draft boards in Kenny Pickett & Malik Willis before wrapping up the show setting the stage for the opening of NFL free agency in one week's time. (50:15)

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Combine Takeaways, Part I: Rodgers/Wilson/Watson whispers, Kliff extensions & Giants willing to trade anyone

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Mar 2022 01:12:46 +0000

The NFL's offseason rumor mill has kicked off in earnest with the start of the 2022 NFL Combine. Yahoo's Charles Robinson & Eric Edholm are in Indianapolis for the festivities with an ear to the ground from the latest rumors and whispers as the league's power-brokers strategize ahead of free agency and the draft.

As rookie workouts kicked off Thursday, Charles & Eric focus today's podcast on the speculation circling round the NFL's current players. The guys talk about the latest gossip from NFL executives about possible trades involving Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson & Deshaun Watson.

They also chat about the Indianapolis Colts revealing unhappiness with QB Carson Wentz, the New York Giants willing to trade their entire roster & Bruce Arian's refusal to trade the rights to Tom Brady.

Later, Charles & Eric talk about the future in Arizona after the Cardinals signed coach Kliff Kingsbury and GM Steve Keim to extensions through 2027. Lastly, they close out the episode discussing the NFL removing all COVID protocols for the foreseeable future.

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Aaron Rodgers, Kyler Murray & the teams most likely to make a QB change

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 01:06:22 +0000

After a two-week post-Super Bowl break, You Pod to Win the Game is back in action for the NFL combine, free agency, and the start of the 2022 league year.

Charles Robinson & Dan Wetzel open the show briefly acknowledging the war in Ukraine and this surreal moment in world history before diving into the latest NFL stories percolating during the brief desolate news period between the Super Bowl and the combine.

What has been happening in that period? Well, there's the latest in the ongoing soap opera between Aaron Rodgers, the media and the Green Bay Packers. There's the surprising new drama between Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals. Also, the New Orleans Saints recently cleared out some cap space by restructuring Michael Thomas' deal. Charles & Dan go in detail on all three stories and what could be next for those franchises (can someone say, "Jameis Winston?")

Later in the show, the guys talk about which franchises will absolutely be throwing their hats in the 2022 QB carousel and what is likely to occur this offseason with Deshaun Watson.

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Super Bowl LVI Recap: Donald wrecks & Kupp drops MVP performance to bring Lombardi back to L.A.

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 22:16:35 +0000

On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Rams made it two wins in a row for teams playing the Super Bowl in their home stadium. L.A. took home the Vince Lombardi trophy in Super Bowl LVI with a 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in a tense, defensively-minded game with many ups and downs for both teams.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab recap it all the morning after the game: from Odell Beckham, Jr.'s feared ACL tear, to the monstrous performances from Rams stars Aaron Donald & Cooper Kupp.

Charles & Frank also discuss Von Miller's legacy with a second Super Bowl ring, how Sean McVay could challenge Bill Belichick for championship wins, if the Bengals gave away the game, and of course, the super-memorable halftime show featuring Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem and others.

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Super Bowl LVI preview: Joe Cool's big stage, McVay v. Taylor & LA's all-in moment

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 01:47:00 +0000

It's finally here. Super Bowl LVI kicks off on Sunday afternoon, and the entire You Pod to Win the Game crew is in Los Angeles for the occasion. Recorded live at Radio Row, Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo's Frank Schwab and Shalise Manza Young to talk about all the big stories heading into Sunday's game.

They open the show sharing a few memories of Terez Paylor on the anniversary of his passing and the empty hole we all feel not having Terez at the Super Bowl for the first time.

Later, Charles, Shalise & Frank react to commissioner Roger Goodell's Wednesday press conference in which he fielded a few tough questions about recent major issues in the league: the lack of diversity in head coaching hires & the reports of abuse coming out of the Washington Commanders.

Afterwards, they spend the rest of the show breaking down the key storylines ahead of Sunday's game between the Los Angeles Rams & Cincinnati Bengals. Is there any reason not to believe in the magic of Joe Burrow? Will the Rams' all-in roster construction inspire the other 31 teams to follow suit? Can Sean McVay erase the memories of Super Bowl LIII? We'll know the answers on Sunday night. (19:30)

Wrapping up the podcast, Charles spent some time chatting about the 2021 season with Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott & LB Micah Parsons, Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen & the state of the Super Bowl's secondary ticket market with StubHub general manager of North America, Akshay Khanna. (52:45)

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Grading the NFL's head coaching hires & what happened to Jim Harbaugh?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 7 Feb 2022 04:23:22 +0000

Five of the nine open head coaching positions in the NFL have been filled. Six, if you include the reported, but unofficial, hire of Ram's offensive coordinator Kevin O'Connell in Minnesota.

On the eve of Super Bowl week, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab look back at the new head honchos in for the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears, New York Giants, Las Vegas Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars; how these hires came to be, whether they fit with their new teams & whether they can fix these franchises in various states of disrepair.

Later, Charles & Frank discuss why Jim Harbaugh's courtship with the Minnesota Vikings fell through & what in the Josh McCown is going on with the Houston Texans and Miami Dolphins coaching hunts.

Finally, the guys look ahead to Super Bowl LVI next week in Los Angeles & whether they think Joe Burrow or Matthew Stafford is the better NFL quarterback right now.

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Tanking, fraud, racism, sexual harassment: NFL's very bad Super Bowl bye week

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Feb 2022 06:02:50 +0000

In under a week and a half, the NFL will crown its next Super Bowl champion in the Cincinnati Bengals or the Los Angeles Rams, what should be a celebratory occasion marking the end of another successful season. In the meantime, the NFL is mired in one of its worst PR disasters in recent memory.

Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo Sports' Dan Wetzel and Liz Loza onto the podcast to discuss the week's two largest stories, where allegations of racism, fraud & sexual harassment serve as a painful reminder of the league's historical inability to generate meaningful positive change around these issues.

First, the crew dials in on the Washington Commanders, whose nominal refresh on Wednesday was thoroughly overshadowed on Thursday by new allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct and a congressional hearing on the franchises countless abuses. (8:00)

Later, Charles, Dan & Liz dive into former Miami Dolphins coach Brian Flores filing a class action suit against the league and multiple teams alleging discriminatory hiring practices and competition-underming fraud on the part of owner Stephen Ross. The suit opens a can of worms for the team that could cost the league millions and may even force the likes of Ross and other owners to sell off their teams. (23:00)

If you can believe it, Tom Brady also retired this week. I know, it feels like it was a month ago. The group chats about what's next from an on-field perspective with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and why the team may look very different in 2022 and beyond. (58:30)

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Sunday Night Double Down: Bengals & Rams advance to Super Bowl 56, Tom Brady retires?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:16:26 +0000

Conference championship weekend continued the streak of nail biting games on Sunday as the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams advanced to Super Bowl 56. But the drama wasn't contained to Sunday, as ESPN reported Saturday afternoon that Tom Brady would be retiring after 22 seasons.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab dedicate the first half of tonight's podcast to the two conference title games. The Kansas City Chiefs suffered a stunning collapse from leading 21-3 over Joe Burrow's Bengals. What's next for the Chiefs and what do they need to do in the offseason to return to Super Bowl glory? In the NFC, the Rams came back from 10 points down in the 4th quarter, likely sending Jimmy Garoppolo onto the 2022 quarterback carousel.

In the second half of the episode, recorded Saturday afternoon, Charles is joined by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel to instantly react to ESPN's reporting that Tom Brady would be riding off into the sunset. What likely led to Brady's decision and what is his legacy as the greatest underdog in the history of the game? (59:20)

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Sean Payton's future, why head coach hirings are slow & conference championship preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 01:43:16 +0000

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton shocked the NFL world on Tuesday by announcing he would be, "stepping away," from the franchise and, at least temporarily, from the head coaching ranks.

Charles Robinson is joined by The Ringer's Kevin Clark to react to the news that one of the league's best coaches was suddenly a free agent. Beyond the Dallas Cowboys, who have been rumored to be interested in Payton for years, what other teams could be interested in bringing in the Super Bowl winning coach?

Later in the show, Charles & Kevin chat about why many of the head coach openings have remained vacant weeks into January. Is it a bad thing that this process is moving at a seemingly slower pace than previous years? Also, what can the NFL learn from other leagues around the world when it comes to hiring the head coach?

Finally, the guys spend the second half of the show diving into the two conference title games coming up this Sunday between the Cincinnati Bengals taking on the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC and the Los Angeles Rams hosting the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC.

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Divisional Round Sunday Night Freestyle: Four stunning finishes for NFL's final four

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 06:14:49 +0000

Four games, four amazing finishes. In arguably the best divisional playoff weekend in NFL history, the Cincinnati Bengals, San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams and Kansas City Chiefs came out victorious in games that all came down to the final moments.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab recap these four historic games, mourn for another painful Buffalo Bills loss and wonder what's next for Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady and the Tennessee Titans.

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2022 divisional round preview & updates on the Terez Paylor scholarships

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 04:39:12 +0000

The NFL's elite eight has been set and all the contenders have their case to win Super Bowl LV. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Jay Busbee to preview the four matchups in this weekend's divisional round playoffs.

Can the overlooked Tennessee Titans hold onto home field advantage with Derrick Henry likely returning to action after missing the latter half of the season? Will Aaron Rodgers take it to the San Francisco 49ers team who bounced his Green Bay Packers from the playoffs two years ago? Will Matt Stafford prove he's a Super Bowl worthy quarterback? Can Josh Allen lead his team to a win and establish himself as Patrick Mahomes' true rival to the "best QB in the league" mantle?

Later in the episode, Charles is joined by Ebony Reed, fiancée of the late Terez Paylor. Ebony chats about what she's been up to the last year, and provides exciting updates about the status of the two scholarships in Terez' name at Howard University and the University of Missouri.

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BONUS! Rams smoke the Cardinals on MNF + live listener mailbag

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 06:46:48 +0000

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab are joined by producer Brett Rader and Yahoo Sports head of audience development Akshay Mirchandani on Twitter Spaces following the Los Angeles Rams Monday night blowout of the Arizona Cardinals.

They chat about why the Los Angeles Rams suddenly look like world-beaters heading into Tampa Bay next week, what's next for Arizona after their latest collapse and then take a number of live questions from listeners.

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Wild Card Sunday Night Freestyle: Refs a factor in Cowboys & Raiders losses while Bills, Chiefs & Bucs dominate

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 07:26:31 +0000

Five of the six Wild Card games are in the books, and they certainly did not finish without controversy.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab recap the five weekend games from 2022's Wild Card slate, opening with the Dallas Cowboys' 23-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Were the referees really at fault for the timing of the final play? Should Mike McCarthy lose his job for this playoff collapse? Can the SF run game be Green Bay's achilles heel in the second round? Charles & Frank discuss it all.

From Sunday's officiating controversy to Saturday's, the guys move onto the Cincinnati Bengals notching a desperately needed playoff win against the Las Vegas Raiders, perhaps thanks to an errant whistle blown during a Tyler Boyd touchdown.

In the second half of the show, Charles & Frank talk about the three blowouts from the weekend, the Buffalo Bills embarrassing the division rival New England Patriots 47-17, the Kansas City Chiefs ending the Ben Roethlisberger era in Pittsburgh 42-21 & the Tampa Bay Buccaneers making easy work of the Philadelphia Eagles 31-15.

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Black Monday postmortem, rookie head coach rankings & Wild Card weekend preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 05:02:56 +0000

Black Monday wasn't quite Black Monday this year — mostly because it extended from Sunday to Tuesday. The Denver Broncos fired Vic Fangio before most of the rest of the league even kicked off on Week 18, and after waffling for an extra day, the New York Giants parted ways with Joe Judge in a surprisingly unsurprising move on Tuesday. Between then, the Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings & Chicago Bears also relieved Brian Flores, Mike Zimmer & Matt Nagy of their respective services.

After kicking off the podcast chatting about what drove the highest ratings for the NFL in a half-decade, Charles Robinson & Yahoo's Dan Wetzel deep dive into the five major head coach roles that opened up this week and what fans could expect next. Why the surprising move out of Miami? Will Minnesota be a coveted job, or is Kirk Cousins radioactive? Which current coordinator is the leader in the clubhouse for the Broncos job? (19:40)

Next, Charles & Dan take a listener question and rank the performance of 2021's slate of rookie head coaches. Now, obviously Urban Meyer is last in that line, but we promise, the results will surprise you. (53:35)

Finally, the guys look ahead to this weekend's slate of Wild Card games and preview Raiders/Bengals, Patriots/Bills, Eagles/Buccaneers, 49ers/Cowboys, Steelers/Chiefs & Cardinals/Rams. (1:12:40)

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Week 18 Sunday Night Freestyle: Chargers-Raiders insanity, Colts clown show & Fangio's firing cap wild season finale

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:46:42 +0000

Sunday kicked off the first Week 18 in NFL history, and boy, did the league get every minute's worth. There were three overtime games including a nail biting Chargers-Raiders classic that saw the Black Hole earn their first playoff berth in 5 years thanks to a Daniel Carlson field goal in the final seconds of OT.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to one of the wildest finishes in recent memory on today's podcast & run through the key stories as the league shifts into post-season mode: the Jacksonville Jaguars clowning on the Indianapolis Colts, the Denver Broncos firing head coach Vic Fangio, the Pittsburgh Steelers keeping Ben Roethlisberger's career going for one last rodeo, Joe Judge's embarrassing play calls and much more.

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Playoff scenarios, more Antonio Brown fallout & 2022 head coaching candidates

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 6 Jan 2022 03:06:14 +0000

The end of the NFL regular season brings two major topics: playoffs and awards. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Shalise Manza Young to kick off the mid-week podcast discussing the MVP award and recent comments made by Chicago based reporter Hub Arkush that he would not be voting for Aaron Rodgers to take home his second consecutive trophy.

Moving onto the playoffs, Charles breaks down where the playoff seeding stands with just one more weekend to go and why the NFC has gone from predictable to unpredictable thanks to the Green Bay Packers while the AFC has done the opposite as the Tennessee Titans are just one win away from securing the conference's top seed. (17:05)

Next, Charles & Shalise revisit Sunday's drama surrounding Antonio Brown. They discuss the likely reasons he has not yet been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers & why AB deserves more scrutiny than other athletes who step away due to mental health issues. (34:05)

Finally, they close out the show discussing a handful of coordinators and former head coaches who are likely to make the rounds as head coaching interviews kick off in the next few weeks. (45:45)

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Week 17 Sunday Night Freestyle: Antonio Brown quits, Green Bay clinches, Ja'Marr is unstoppable

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 3 Jan 2022 07:17:34 +0000

The most surprising moment of the 2021 season happened on January 2nd, 2022. In the middle of the third quarter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' come-from-behind win over the New York Jets, Antonio Brown removed his shoulder pads, threw his undershirt into the crowd, jumped up and down in the end zone and ran off into the locker room, for what may be his last time ever as a professional football player.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off this Sunday night podcast reacting to the bizarre events in New York, Brown's expulsion from the team and how a history of erratic behavior from AB culminated in one of the year's craziest images.

Charles & Frank recap everything from Week 17 including the state of the playoff race, Green Bay securing the top seed in the NFC, the Arizona Cardinals bouncing back against the Dallas Cowboys, Ja'Marr Chase's resurgence into the offensive rookie of the year race and if Minnesota should look to offload Kirk Cousins this offseason.

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Steelers' future after Big Ben, RIP John Madden & the Jaguars' head coaching search

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 03:11:46 +0000

The NFL world lost a giant on Tuesday when John Madden passed away at the age of 85. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Eric Edholm and they open the podcast remembering the legendary figure who revolutionized coaching, broadcasting and video games.

Next, Charles & Eric react to Ben Roethlisberger's quotes on Thursday that Sunday would likely be his final home game with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The guys talk about Big Ben's legacy and what the Steelers should do at quarterback next season: pursue a veteran like Russell Wilson or draft a capable pro-ready rookie along the lines of Mac Jones? (17:45)

Afterwards, Charles breaks down the Jacksonville Jaguars' search for the next head coach. Interviews have already started this week with many familiar names in contention for the job, like Doug Pederson, Jim Caldwell and Byron Leftwich. Charles explains why Dallas Cowboys' DC Dan Quinn was initially pursued by the Jags but ultimately declined the offer to interview. (29:40)

To wrap up the show, the guys talk about which NFL losing rosters seem only a few precious pieces away from contention, why Kayvon Thibodeaux and Aidan Hutchinson are a tier of two atop the 2022 NFL draft & the NFL's change to COVID procedures as the regular season draws to a close. (42:00)

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Week 16 Sunday Night Freestyle: Be afraid, be very afraid of the Chiefs and Cowboys

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 06:45:18 +0000

Is 56-14 an emphatic enough win for the Dallas Cowboys over the Washington Football Team? Yeah, probably. With the offense and defense firing on all cylinders, Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab open the Sunday night podcast asking: is there a scarier team in the NFL right now than Dallas?

Some other contenders may be the Cincinnati Bengals, who were lifted to a 20-point win over the division rival Baltimore Ravens thanks to Joe Burrow's 525 passing yards, or the Kansas City Chiefs, who drubbed a defensively-minded Pittsburgh Steelers team 36-10.

Charles & Frank recap all of the games from Week 16, including a baffling loss from the Los Angeles Chargers, an impressive flag-planting win from the Buffalo Bills and a Cleveland Browns loss that has to be inspiring questions about Baker Mayfield's future in Ohio.

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Playoff confidence index, AFC North buzzsaw & what's happening in the MVP race

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 02:36:37 +0000

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' loss on Sunday Night Football three days ago feels like it took place last month, mainly because there have been FOUR NFL games since then. And if we didn't already get our Christmas wish, get ready, there's more Thursday, Saturday and Monday night football to come.

After discussing the state of the MVP race, Charles Robinson welcomes Yahoo NFL editor Joey Gulino to the podcast to recap the quartet of weeknight games we've had since Sunday – another loss for Russell Wilson's Seahawks, the encouraging Eagles hovering around .500 and more disappointment for the Browns and Bears.

Sticking with the Browns, Charles & Joey dive into the razor thin margins of the AFC North. With only three weeks left to go in the regular season, each team is still capable of either winning the division or missing the playoffs completely. The guys break down how they think it will shake out for the Browns, Ravens, Bengals and Steelers in the season's final weeks. (34:00)

In the latter third of the show, Charles & Joey kick off their first "belief index" heading into the playoffs. Which five teams are they most confident could pull off a Super Bowl run? Sure conference-leading teams like the Chiefs and Packers lead that squad, but what other dark horse candidates do they consider trustworthy? (43:00)

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Week 15 Sunday Night Freestyle: Down go the top seeds in NFL's most frustrating weekend

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:20:27 +0000

The last 5 days in the NFL have been wild. Top-seeded Arizona, Tennessee, New England and Tampa Bay all took losses of various magnitudes, shaking up the playoff picture. Shaking up the schedule picture, the NFL postponed three games into Monday and Tuesday as COVID diagnoses obliterate rosters. Oh, and Urban Meyer got fired.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab pick up the Sunday night podcast trying to recap the wild weekend that was in the NFL. Was Detroit's win bad for both the Lions and the Cardinals? Has Aaron Rodgers entered into pole position in the MVP race? Did New Orleans defensive coordinator Dennis Allen propel himself into getting hired as a head coach later this winter?

Charles & Frank discuss all those things and more from Indianapolis' bracket-busting Saturday night win to Tampa Bay's stunning Sunday night loss.

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Urban Meyer implosion & best soon-to-be available NFL coaching jobs

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:11:08 +0000

Things continue to not look great for Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer. His team is 2-11, his press conferences have and increasingly frosty, yet defeated attitude and the man can't even muster a proper hand-shake for opposing head coaches. The drumbeat grows ever stronger that, despite the financial implications for owner Shahid Kahn, Urban may be a one-and-done NFL head coach.

To weigh in on the state of Urban, Charles Robinson welcomes none other than College Football Enquirer hosts Dan Wetzel & Pat Forde. Later, they discuss a number potentially soon-to-be open head coaching jobs and which the Las Vegas Raiders, Chicago Bears, New York Giants or Minnesota Vikings would be most appealing to an incoming HC.

Later, they chat a bit about the incoming rookie class of 2022, a pair of QBs to look at in the class of 2023 and if Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is the long lost third Bosa brother.

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Week 14 Sunday Night Freestyle: Aaron Rodgers, Bears co-owner, leads a Sunday of OTs and blowouts

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:42:04 +0000

In the immortal words of Dennis Green, "they are who we thought they were!" You could apply that to just about every team in Week 14? The Green Bay Packers? They whalloped the Chicago Bears. That's what they do. The Kansas City Chiefs? Smoked the Las Vegas Raiders. That's who we thought they were. Even the Buffalo Bills in a dramatic overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, playing valiantly on the back of a monstrous Josh Allen performance but ultimately falling short — that's who they are.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab recap this chalky week of NFL action where, for the most part, the teams we expected to win took their Ws in emphatic fashion. From Aaron Rodgers' MVP-like ownage of the Bears to the Denver Broncos emotional tribute to the late Demaryius Thomas, Charles & Frank hit every game in the Week 14 slate.

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Buying into the Patriots, parsing the playoff picture & teams that should rebuild

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 8 Dec 2021 18:03:36 +0000

A football team winning a 14-10 game in which the quarterback only threw three times sounds like something out of an experimental junior college in Montana. But that was the New England Patriots on Monday night football, securing a half game lead for the AFC's top seed with only five weeks left in the 2021 NFL season.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports managing editor Al Toby to talk about the Patriots odd MNF win, why there's still some cause for Mac Jones hesitancy and if the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens have records inflated by shoddy wins.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Al discuss the current state of the NFL playoff picture, and discuss teams in various states of disarray like the Carolina Panthers, New York Giants & Houston Texans as the season comes to a close.

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Week 13 Sunday Night Freestyle: Detroit's first win, Lamar's 2-point overthrow, Kyler's return to MVP race

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 6 Dec 2021 07:03:55 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Frank Schwab to recap everything from Sunday's Week 13 NFL slate. They kick things off with Tampa Bay's solid win over Atlanta, more specifically, the Antonio Brown-sized hole in the Buccaneers roster following the wideout's suspension for lying about his COVID-19 vaccination status. Charles explains the wild situation coming out of Florida and why Brown maintains some leverage in the situation because of his relationship with Tom Brady.

Later in the show, Charles & Frank pass the mic diving into all of the games from Sunday, including the Detroit Lions inking their first win of the season, Kyler Murray re-entering the MVP race, Lamar Jackson overthrowing Mark Andrews for the win against division rival Pittsburgh & the start of Minshew-mania in Philadelphia.

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Seahawks in panic mode, Cowboy's Kellen Moore conundrum & Bills/Pats MNF battle for AFC supremacy

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 2 Dec 2021 02:48:15 +0000

Two NFC teams in quicksand. Two AFC teams vying for conference supremacy. These are the focus of today's episode. Charles Robinson & Liz Loza go deep in the weeds on why the Seattle Seahawks are struggling and Russell Willson's murky future in the pacific northwest, why Mike McCarthy's COVID diagnosis in Dallas opens up a game of 5-D chess about OC Kellen Moore's place in the organization & the upcoming Patriots-Bills matchup on Monday night setting the table for these rival franchises to take the AFC East crown.

Charles & Liz also chat about Robert Griffin III's forthcoming tell-all book about his time in Washington, why running back contracts are on the decline, what the $790 million settlement between Stan Kroenke and the city of St. Louis means for the future of football in eastern Missouri & why the New Orleans Saints have all eyes focused on Taysom Hill during the final stretch of the season.

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Week 12 Sunday Night Freestyle: Ravens, Patriots & Bengals hold on as AFC playoff picture becomes murkier

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 07:28:05 +0000

Another Sunday in 2021, another day when we ask ourselves, "is anyone in the NFL good?" More specifically, is any team in the AFC a legitimate Super Bowl contender?

The Baltimore Ravens are holding onto the top seed at the current moment. They also some how eked out a 6-point win over the division rival Cleveland Browns despite Lamar Jackson's 4 interceptions. The New England Patriots housed the Tennessee Titans in a tale of two 8-4 teams trending in wildly opposite directions. Elsewhere in the AFC North, the Cincinnati Bengals blew the doors off the Pittsburgh Steelers for the second time this year.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast touching on the Thanksgiving day games, but mainly ask the question: is there an AFC team you feel comfortable about winning three games in January?

The answer is a resounding: I don't know. Charles & Frank discuss these AFC matchups, the Packers & Buccaneers pulling out strong wins & everything else from Week 12's Sunday action.

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Thanksgiving mailbag: NFL D-League? Has Pete Carroll lost the Seahawks? Plus, biopics & Southwest flights with Kurt Warner

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 21:44:58 +0000

It's the time of the year to be thankful & this Thanksgiving, we're thankful for all of the listeners of You Pod to Win the Game.

That's why Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab are opening up the listener mailbag for an almost 100% listener-driven episode. Charles & Frank answer questions about a relegation league, Pete Carroll's future with the Seattle Seahawks, Baker Mayfield's with the Cleveland Browns, Nick Sirianni's progression as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles and much, much more.

Why not fully 100% listener driven? That's because Charles is also joined by Hall of Fame QB, NFL Network analyst and impending movie subject Kurt Warner. Charles and Kurt talk about the wacky 2021 season, which teams have a shot at the Super Bowl and Charles' previous interaction with Kurt on a Southwest flight before discussing the upcoming biopic about Kurt's life American Underdog, which will be released this Christmas.

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Week 11 Sunday Night Freestyle: The Chiefs are alright, Chargers miraculously don't Charger

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 07:40:31 +0000

Week 11. It was another wild one with ugly losses (lookin' at you, Titans), incredible see-saw wins (lookin' good Chargers) & impressive shut-downs of high-powered offenses (nice one, Chiefs). It's the NFL in 2021, there shouldn't be anything surprising about tons of surprises.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to all of the Sunday Week 11 games including the aforementioned wins, Green Bay's frustrating loss, Jonathan Taylor's MVP chances, Arizona continuing to rack up wins without Kyler Murray and more.

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Can we trust any of the NFL's contenders to go on a Super Bowl run?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 02:02:55 +0000

The last few weeks of the 2021 NFL season have been...interesting. Heavy Super Bowl favorites like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Los Angeles Rams, Dallas Cowboys & Buffalo Bills have all suffered embarrassing losses to marginal teams. That doesn't even get into the confounding Kansas City Chiefs who, after two straight Super Bowl appearances, have spent much of the year hovering just under .500 while QB Patrick Mahomes has looked merely mortal.

Now, someone has to win the Super Bowl this February. So who will it be?

Charles Robinson is joined by 12-year NFL vet and host of Upsets & Underdogs, Will Blackmon, for a conversation about just that. With 8-2 serving as the best record in the league, are any of the contenders in the AFC or NFC on the precipice of a 2020 Buccaneers-like run?

Charles & Will also talk about the Carolina Panthers feeding off the electricity of the Cam Newton signing, why things are looking dire for Russell Wilson & the Seattle Seahawks and finally, they preview a handful of games heading into Week 11 including a juicy possible Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs & Cowboys.

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Week 10 Sunday Night Freestyle: Lions don't lose, Cam wins, Russ struggles & more from a weird week

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 07:25:14 +0000

Does any team in the NFL want to win a game? Other than the Detroit Lions (who still remain winless, by the way)? In what feels like the second or third consecutive week of wacky results where favorites took a beating (looking at you, Tampa Bay) and last week's darlings looked like this week's chumps (hello, Denver), Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to everything Week 10 and try to make sense of it all.

Detroit got themselves their first half-win of the season, the Dallas Cowboys got on track, and the Kansas City Chiefs finally looked like the Kansas City Chiefs. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans are in pole position for AFC home-field advantage while Russell Wilson looked like he returned from a finger injury way too early. Charles & Frank discuss those topics and more on this Sunday night podcast.

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Mid-season awards, taunting penalties & what does OBJ really have left?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 01:31:15 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel this week for a conversation about the reignited backlash against taunting penalties, sparked by a questionable call against Chicago's Cassius Marsh on Monday Night Football. Washington Football Team star edge rusher Chase Young also calls in for five minutes to give his thoughts on the taunting penalty, WFT's upcoming name change & his work with USAA in honor of Veteran's Day this Thursday.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Dan chat about Odell Beckham, Jr. clearing waivers and what, if anything, he could bring to a contender this year as a free agent before undoubtedly seeking free agency again this spring. They also dive into Aaron Rodgers' wild two appearances on The Pat McAfee Show and why now, after Jordan Love's performance in Kansas City on Sunday, Rodgers has more leverage over the Green Bay Packers than ever.

In the second half of the show, the guys hand out their mid-season awards to the most deserving individual performances in the first half of 2021. Can Aaron Rodgers even win the MVP this year after the last week's antics? Is Kliff Kingsbury a lock for coach of the year? Can Mac Jones sneak up on Ja'Marr Chase for offensive rookie of the year?

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Week 9 Sunday Night Freestyle: Can any team be trusted right now?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Nov 2021 07:11:07 +0000

It's a simple question. Can you trust any team in the NFL right now? The simple answer, after today's lopsided results, is a resounding no. A number of underdogs won outright leading to one of the most confounding NFL Sundays in recent memory.

Charles Robinson is joined as always on a Sunday evening by Frank Schwab to talk about the Tennessee Titans upsetting the Los Angeles Rams, the Denver Broncos nearly shutting out the high-octane Dallas Cowboys, Josh Allen (not that Josh Allen) and the Jacksonville Jaguars snuffing out the other Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills & much more. It was a wild, wild day.

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Aaron Rodgers' sneaky vaccine untruth, Von Miller's trade, OBJ's unlikely future in Cleveland & more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Nov 2021 03:13:41 +0000

The last 72 hours have moved at light speed in the NFL. Since we last released a podcast, there was a barrage of massive stories around the world of football. As always, the trade deadline itself went out with a whimper, but not before a blockbuster trade sending Von Miller to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday.

What else happened? Derrick Henry underwent surgery for a Jones fracture in his foot and will likely miss at least the remainder of the regular season. Michael Thomas announced he would not be returning this season to the New Orleans Saints due to a setback with his surgically repaired ankle. Odell Beckham, Jr. wants out of Cleveland (and LeBron James wants him out too). In Las Vegas, Henry Ruggs III was tragically involved in a deadly car accident and was subsequently arrested by the authorities and released by his team.

Oh, and Aaron Rodgers contracted COVID after potentially misleading the public as to whether he was vaccinated and is certain to miss Sunday's massive game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Needless to say, a lot has happened. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Eric Edholm to discuss this avalanche of major NFL stories from Rodgers to Ruggs, Miller, Henry, OBJ & Thomas.

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Week 8 Sunday Night Freestyle: Night of the backup quarterback

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 Nov 2021 06:30:37 +0000

On a spooky Halloween in the NFL, the scariest thing a handful of teams faced were competent backup quarterbacks. Cooper Rush, Trevor Siemian, Mike White and Geno Smith all pulled out victories today, keeping playoff hopes alive for the likes of the Dallas Cowboys and New Orleans Saints while actively frustrating fans of the Cincinnati Bengals & Minnesota Vikings

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab talk about all of the Week 8 results including Rush's fourth quarter heroics, the Saints at a QB crossroads, a difficult Cleveland loss, Calvin Ridley's shocking personal announcement and more.

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Emails, legal fees & s**t-talking: inside WFT, Watson and NFL owners' impending knife-fight

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:23:10 +0000

A story broke on Wednesday that may have gone under-the-radar for most NFL fans, but has the potential to snowball into the largest story of the year. ESPN's Seth Wickersham reported that emotions reportedly ran high during a closed-door meeting of the NFL's owners on Tuesday. Los Angeles Ram's owner Stan Kroenke made it clear he no longer plans to cover the other owners' legal fees as the league is currently embroiled in a legal battle over the Rams relocation from St. Louis to L.A.

Needless to say, when tens of millions, if not billions, of dollars are at stake – it did not go over well.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports' managing editor Al Toby to dive into this bombshell news and rare glimpse into how the NFL's cabal of 31 owners behave when doors are closed. They discuss why an all-out legal war between NFL ownership could be unprecedented & how ownership fractures are beginning to form around the Washington Football Team's continued legal woes.

Later, they circle back to the latest on Deshaun Watson's status with the Houston Texans. With trade terms reportedly agreed upon with the Miami Dolphins – there's still one thing preventing the two sides from executing the deal.

In other news, Mike Tomlin recently delivered an epic press conference, shutting down rumors that he's a contender for the open job at USC. The guys break down why Tomlin is 100% right and 1000% not going to college.

To close out the show, Charles & Al preview three games heading into Week 8, the COVID-diminished Green Bay Packers taking on the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday night, an AFC South tilt between the surging Indianapolis Colts & Tennessee Titans and Sunday night's Halloween matchup between the Dallas Cowboys & Minnesota Vikings.

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Week 7 Sunday Night Freestyle: Will the Bengals make the playoffs while the Chiefs miss out?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 06:17:29 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined as always on a late Sunday night by Yahoo's very own Frank Schwab to react to all of the games from Week 7's Sunday slate, starting with the evening's rain-slicked mess in San Francisco. It wasn't pretty but, Carson Wentz led the Indianapolis Colts to a win thanks to a baller Jonathan Taylor performance and a barrage of 49er turnovers.

The two key results of the day were Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals torching the division rival Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs getting eviscerated by the Tennessee Titans. Charles & Frank discuss the continuing upheaval at the top of the AFC and what this means for the playoff picture, before diving into the rest of the games from Sunday's slate.

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Baker & Lamar at contract crossroads, AFC's power vacuum & trade deadline buyers/sellers

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 00:05:12 +0000

Baker Mayfield & Lamar Jackson, the first and last picks of the 2018 NFL draft, are at a crossroads. A handful of games into their fourth season, Mayfield has a torn labrum in his non-throwing shoulder and is expected to miss at least a week in what may be a lost season for both the young QB and his franchise. Jackson, on the other hand, has been electric and his Baltimore Ravens are 5-1, in pole position for AFC's top seed in the playoffs.

Charles Robinson is joined this week by Eric Edholm & they kick off the podcast discussing how Baker & Lamar are trending in opposite directions as both of their teams weigh whether or not to give them a contract extension this upcoming offseason.

Spinning off that, the guys chat about Monday night's surprising Titans win over the Buffalo Bills, the surprisingly 4-2 Cincinnati Bengals and a wide open AFC that, if the season ended today, would shockingly see the Kansas City Chiefs out of playoff contention.

In the second half of the podcast, Charles & Eric predict a few teams who may be buyers or sellers at November's trade deadline. Should the Packers and Cowboys try to bolster their defenses in anticipation of a Super Bowl run? When should the Seattle Seahawks call it quits on a season without Russell Wilson & trade away some players for future assets?

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Week 6 Sunday Night Freestyle: No more questions about Dallas & Arizona

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 06:47:21 +0000

After five weeks, maybe you thought the hot starts by the Dallas Cowboys & Arizona Cardinals were a fluke. Neither performed well in 2020, so maybe 2021 was just more smoke & mirrors from these two NFC squads. Well, after exciting & impressive wins over the New England Patriots & Cleveland Browns, it may be fair to call these teams legit Super Bowl contenders.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the podcast reacting to Pittsburgh's OT win over Seattle, they dive into Dallas & Arizona's continued success & share their thoughts on the rest of Sunday's Week 6 action. Are the Minnesota Vikings rounding into playoff form? Can the Baltimore Ravens compete for a 1-seed in the AFC? How much time is left on Vic Fangio's career in Denver?

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Gruden's emails, an impending NFL legal disaster & 3 teams we're worried about

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 03:11:19 +0000

Everyone knows the headline by now. On Monday evening, after a plethora of disgusting & offensive emails were leaked, first by the Wall Street Journal, and later by the New York Times, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Jon Gruden abruptly resigned, likely never to hold a significant position in or around the NFL ever again.

Charles Robinson is joined by NBC's Michael Smith to discuss the aftermath of this seismic blow to one of the league's most storied franchises and iconic coaches. A few questions still linger: if the Raiders received these emails on Friday, why was this information sat on until the Times leaked it? What league figures could be implicated in future leaks?

Charles & Michael discuss those issues as well as one more: why the NFL should be scared about how these email leaks may play into its ongoing legal troubles in St. Louis & Oakland after the Rams & Raiders respectively left town.

Later in the show, the guys talk about ESPN adding a wild card game to their Monday Night Football slate & Michael's unhealthy Madden obsession.

In the second half, Charles & Michael break down the three teams they're worried about most in the NFL & as well as the one NFC team every other squad should be afraid of in January. (41:35)

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Week 5 Sunday Night Freestyle: Bills claim revenge for AFC title loss, Chargers prove they may be best in west

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:42:16 +0000

The second lightning storm in the AFC West this week wasn't going to stop the Buffalo Bills from claiming pole position for the 1-seed. The Bills came into Arrowhead, where they were defeated last January and put a number on the Kansas City Chiefs and made the case that they are the best team in not only the AFC, but perhaps the league.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab react to all of the games from Sunday's Week 5 action including the aforementioned Bills/Chiefs rematch, a nail biting Green Bay Packers win over a surprisingly resilient Cincinnati Bengals team, an epic Browns/Chargers duel and an Atlanta Falcons win in London that saw the Dirty Birds finally unlock rookie TE Kyle Pitts.

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Urban Meyer's folly delights league & the impact of the Stephon Gilmore trade

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 7 Oct 2021 00:27:06 +0000

By now, we've all seen the video of Urban Meyer getting cozy with a woman at his bar in Ohio, the night after his Jacksonville Jaguars suffered a Thursday night loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. It's not great. Even worse, Meyer spent the following days sheepishly apologizing for his behavior, invoking his grandchildren, making comparisons to Trevor Lawrence's bachelor party. Overall, it was not a good look — and the 31 other teams in the NFL absolutely loved it.

Charles Robinson is joined by none other than Yahoo's Dan Wetzel this week to break down why this is such an unforced embarrassment by the football's king of moralizing: Urban Meyer.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Dan react to the Wednesday morning news of the New England Patriots sending former defensive player of the year Stephon Gilmore to the Carolina Panthers, who are clearly going all-in on an already stout defense. They also discuss the Dallas Cowboys parting ways with linebacker Jaylon Smith.

To wrap up the show, the guys preview the Buffalo Bills & Kansas City Chiefs facing off in an AFC championship rematch, a battle between two up-and-coming teams in the Los Angeles Chargers and Cleveland Browns and if the Arizona Cardinals can pull off their fifth win of the season against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Week 4 Sunday Night Freestyle: Brady outlasts Pats in the rain, Cards make case as best in the west

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Oct 2021 06:27:47 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab to recap all of the games from Sunday's Week 4 slate. Tom Brady pulled out an emotional win over his former New England Patriots in a rainy, sloppy affair that concluded with a Nick Folk field goal ricocheting off a goal post. The Arizona Cardinals upset the Los Angeles Rams on the road and made the case that they may not only be the best team in the NFC West, but the entire league.

They also chat about the New York Jets and Giants pulling off their first win of the season, whether Jimmy Garoppolo will start another game for the San Francisco 49ers and if Taylor Heinicke is the answer at QB for the Washington Football Team.

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Inside the Brady/Belichick beef & why every rookie QB is hitting a wall

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:24:01 +0000

News flash: Tom Brady is returning to Foxboro this week. Maybe you've heard about it. In light of the NFL's game of the week and a revealing new book from Seth Wickersham on the rise and fall of the Kraft/Brady/Belichick era, Charles Robinson welcomes Boston native Pete Thamel onto the podcast this week to react to the book's outlandish stories and preview the weekend's Bucs/Pats game.

Later in the show, we lean on Pete's expertise in the college landscape to answer three major questions: why are all of this year's freshman QBs struggling? Looking ahead to next year, who are the college QBs NFL fans should be keeping an eye on before the April 2022 draft? And which college coaches are primed to make the leap to the NFL and find success a la Carolina's Matt Rhule?

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Week 3 Sunday Night Freestyle: Are Matthew Stafford and Derek Carr MVP candidates?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 06:39:46 +0000

While the likes of Aaron Rodgers, Josh Allen, Derek Carr and Matthew Stafford kept the QB play at peak level this week, one might argue the key moments of Week 3 were all the results of field goal kicking.

Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab react to all fourteen games from Sunday Week 3 action, including Mason Crosby's game winner in San Francisco, Justin Tucker's NFL-record FG in Detroit and the amazing 109-yard return in Jacksonville, the result of a missed 68-yarder from Arizona's Matt Prater.

Charles & Frank also debate where the aforementioned Stafford and Carr fall in the MVP race, whether Big Ben Roethlisberger should be benched, if Kansas City and Seattle fans should be worried and the abysmal play from both New York franchises.

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What Aaron Rodgers gets right and wrong about his critics & why Bezos should own a London NFL franchise

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:27:09 +0000

After an embarrassing Week 1 loss to the New Orleans Saints, Aaron Rodgers had his critics. He was soft after a summer of vacationing with movie stars and hosting Jeopardy! He looked uninterested on the sidelines! His man-bun was a symbol of his waning manliness and interest in football!

Rodgers had some thoughts for his detractors after a solid eighteen-point win over the Lions on Monday night. Charles Robinson welcomes Dan Wetzel onto the podcast this week to talk about why Rodgers is and isn't right to call his critics, "chickens**t," and the precarious state of the athlete-media relationship.

Later in the show, Charles & Dan chat about Tom Brady's upcoming trip to Foxboro, Mass. as the Buccaneers face Brady's old Patriots in a week and a half. Could Brady have won a Super Bowl with this iteration of a Patriots roster? Would New England fans trade a still effective Brady for the next 15 years of Mac Jones' career?

In the latter half of the episode, Charles answers a pair of questions about NFL ownership. First, what's the latest on the lawsuit between the city of St. Louis and the NFL regarding the relocation of the Rams? Could this sway future teams from changing cities?

After that, rumors of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos being interested in purchasing the Denver Broncos turns into an amazing hypothesis: Bezos would be the perfect owner for an NFL London expansion franchise.

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Week 2 Sunday Night Freestyle: Quoth the Ravens, 'game'

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 06:42:58 +0000

Faced with a 4th and one near midfield with a one-point lead, Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens had two choices: punt the ball and give Patrick Mahomes about a minute to win the game, or go for it and ice the Kansas City Chiefs. Coach John Harbaugh left the choice up to Jackson and the rest was history.

Charles Robinson & Frank Schwab kick off the Sunday night podcast reacting to all 14 games from Sunday's Week 2 action including the Ravens' incredible upset of the Chiefs, the Tennessee Titans shocking the Seattle Seahawks on the road and the Las Vegas Raiders securing a 2-0 start.

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Teams that need to get their s**t together in Week 2

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 01:19:42 +0000

Sunday wasn't a good day for the Tennessee Titans or Green Bay Packers. Two favorites to win their division got rocked and earned a donut in the win column on Week 1.

After recapping Wednesday afternoons injury to Cowboys pass rusher Demarcus Lawrence, Charles Robinson is joined by Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy to look back to what went wrong in Week 1 for a handful of teams and look ahead to what they might do to change their fates in Week 2.

Charles & Josh discuss the Baltimore Ravens stunning overtime loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on an epic Monday Night Football opener, what the Packers, Titans and Panthers need to do to improve going forward and close out the show previewing three Week 2 matchups: Bills/Dolphins, Cowboys/Chargers and Chiefs/Ravens.

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Week 1 Sunday Night Freestyle: Should Browns, Bills, Packers calm down or freak out?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 06:48:25 +0000

Week 1 of the NFL season always creates a number of surprising outcomes, and this season was no exception. The Green Bay Packers and Buffalo Bills, two consensus Super Bowl favorites, suffered unexpected opening-day losses to conference opponents. The Cleveland Browns, after leading the Kansas City Chiefs for most of the game, succumbed to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City D once again.

Charles Robinson is joined by Frank Schwab to recap all fourteen of Sunday's games including the aforementioned losses by Cleveland, Green Bay and Buffalo, the beat-downs all four NFC West teams delivered, a surprising win out of Houston and more.

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2021 season preview: Ravens a low-key mess, Packers have the eye of the tiger

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 9 Sep 2021 03:22:38 +0000

The 2021 season kicks off in less than 24 hours, so it's time for our yearly season preview. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's lead fantasy analyst, Liz Loza to kick the tires on all eight divisions, pick some winners, make some prognostications and ultimately predict the winner of Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles next winter.

In the early part of the episode, Charles & Liz chat about the end of another season of Hard Knocks and the saccharine view the show depicted of Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. Next, the signing of Le'Veon Bell prompts a discussion about the Baltimore Ravens, who seem to be deep in the midst of a season-from-hell and they haven't even played their first game.

Later, they take a tour around the entire league to predict the division winners in the AFC (20:35) and NFC (38:25), before ultimately picking their Super Bowl winners and the coaches they think are on the hot seat (62:20).

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Urban Meyer, Bill Belichick & why NFL coaches have no choice but to lie about cutting players due to vaccine status

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 1 Sep 2021 23:06:13 +0000

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer did an amazing thing Tuesday. Something he almost never does. He told the truth. Meyer revealed that cutting players due to their vaccination status against COVID-19 was, "certainly in consideration."

Meanwhile, all the way up the eastern seaboard, Cam Newton was released from New England the same day. One can't help but wonder if his vaccination status played into the team's decision to part ways, especially after COVID protocols kept him away from his squad for five days last week.

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel to talk about the NFL's tenuous situation as teams finalized their 53-man rosters this week. Are coaches taking vaccine status into consideration? Absolutely. Are they being forced to lie about it? You bet.

Charles & Dan also discuss the New Orleans Saints being forced away from their home state for the month of September due to Hurricane Ida, the latest on potential Deshaun Watson trade suitors, the Bishop Sycamore debacle and more.

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Why the Patriots' COVID snafu could cost Cam Newton his job

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:14:27 +0000

After a "misunderstanding" led New England Patriots QB Cam Newton out of the league's structured COVID testing protocols, the former league MVP has been sidelined all week, opening the door for rookie Mac Jones to get first team reps at a pivotal week in training camp. Meanwhile in Dallas, owner Jerry Jones continues to be a vocal proponent of vaccines and even joked on Tuesday night's Hard Knocks, "I've had more shots than a cocker spaniel."

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo columnist Shalise Manza Young to talk about the state of the league's COVID efforts from a player perspective & a business perspective, especially as it relates to the New England Patriots & Cam Newton. They also react to Tuesday morning's trade of former first-rounder Sony Michel to the Los Angeles Rams.

Later in the podcast, Charles & Shalise have a discussion about the importance of language when discussing player movement, hold-outs and contracts; why the word, "earned" means so much and is rarely considered in the media.

They close out the episode checking in on the rocky August for the Jacksonville Jaguars, their underwhelming offensive effort in two preseason games, the season-ending injury to Travis Etienne and why it took so long for coach Urban Meyer to finally name first overall pick Trevor Lawrence the starting QB.

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How will taunting penalties & fan vaccine mandates affect the season? Plus reactions from Bears, Colts & Dolphins camps

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 02:29:04 +0000

Two major policy edicts are poised to drastically change the fan experience both on the field and off this NFL season. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Eric Edholm to dive into a breadth of topics from around the league, including the major question marks surrounding the NFL's new focus on taunting penalties and a pair of NFL teams issuing strict rules regarding entry to their stadiums.

Before they get to those topics, Charles & Eric open the show on the latest news surrounding Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson. They also remark at how quickly former first round QB Josh Rosen appears to have flamed out of the league, following being cut earlier in the week by the San Francisco 49ers.

Later, Charles explains why the league's new emphasis on taunting penalties is not-so-secretly aimed at Tyreek Hill's celebrations from last season. (15:45)

The guys investigate news that the New Orleans Saints and Las Vegas Raiders will require fans in attendance to show proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test. (26:25)

Eric then shares his insights after visiting Bears-Dolphins and Colts-Panthers joint practices. When will Justin Fields take the QB1 job from Andy Dalton? Could the Fins' offensive line slow Tua Tagovailoa's progress? Is Sam Ehlinger really a possibility to start the season if Wentz is still recovering from foot surgery? (36:50)

Finally, the guys close out the show discussing a tepid second episode of Hard Knocks, followed by the news that the Jaguars and Urban Meyer parted with Tim Tebow. (55:45)

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What does the Josh Allen extension mean for Baker Mayfield and the Browns? Plus dispatches from Eagles, Jets & Panthers camps

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 21:21:51 +0000

You know football is around the corner when the dulcet tones of Liev Schreiber and Hard Knocks grace our television screens once again. Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Jay Busbee for a conversation about a number of league topics, the first and foremost being Jerry Jones' sodium intake, Dak Prescott's ire at his early-camp shoulder strain, Austin Powers references and the rest of the action from episode one of this season's Hard Knocks (5:45).

Next, Charles & Jay talk about the latest on Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson, and why the team isn't looking to trade him presently as they've only received low-ball offers from the rest of the league (13:00).

Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen inked a 6-year extension with the team, paying him roughly $43 million per year. Charles breaks down what this means for the two other major QBs in the 2018 draft class, Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson, and why the Browns have a lot to think about before signing the former first overall pick to a similarly lofty deal (21:00).

In the second half of the podcast, Charles talks about his major takeaways after spending time in training camp with the Cleveland Browns (32:30), New York Jets (40:15), Philadelphia Eagles (49:15) and Carolina Panthers (55:20).

Finally, the guys close out the show discussing Peyton Manning's Hall of Fame acceptance speech and why The Sheriff could be on the shortlist to replace Roger Goodell as league commissioner in the late 2020s (1:06:30).

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Ticking clock on a Deshaun Watson trade & thoughts from Rams, 49ers and Broncos camps

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Aug 2021 03:12:07 +0000

As Charles Robinson traverses the country visiting training camps, there's been one question every general manager has been asking him: What's going on with Deshaun Watson? You know we're in uncharted territory when even high-powered NFL GMs don't know what's going to happen next.

Charles is joined by Yahoo's Frank Schwab this week to discuss the offseason's biggest lingering question: what are the Texans going to do with Deshaun Watson? Can we realistically expect him to be traded before the start of the season? What sort of haul could the Texans expect at this point? One thing's for certain: the NFL has not seen a situation like this before.

Later in the show, Charles & Frank talk about Carson Wentz' foot injury and how quickly the Indianapolis Colts' 2021 season went from one full of optimism to one teetering on the verge of total collapse before a single game has been played. (21:00)

In the second half of the podcast, Charles talks about the three training camps he's visited in the past week:

Do the Los Angeles Rams feel like they're about to make a return visit to the Super Bowl with Matthew Stafford under center, even after the catastrophic loss of Cam Akers? (27:20)

A quarterback battle is brewing with the San Francisco 49ers between Jimmy Garoppolo and third-overall pick Trey Lance? Which does Charles expect to win the job? (42:00)

The Denver Broncos may have the strongest roster in the league...at every position except quarterback. How can new GM George Paton overcome this obstacle and is time running out for head coach Vic Fangio? (52:30)

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Rodgers' last dance, NFL's vaccine measures & 5 key impressions from Cowboys camp

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 01:57:44 +0000

On Friday, Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams both posted the same cryptic image on their Instagram accounts – a screenshot of Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen from The Last Dance – prompting another round of paranoia in Wisconsin. Will this season be Rodgers' last dance?

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo's Eric Edholm to discuss the latest drama in the summer-long Aaron Rodgers soap opera as many wonder whether the reigning MVP will arrive to the start of Green Bay Packers training camp this week.

The other star QB who has commanded headlines all offseason is Houston Texans passer Deshaun Watson. Charles explains why Watson arriving to camp — regardless of his guilt or innocence in the crimes alleged against him — is a positive thing for him and why this forces the Texans' hand to potentially trade him soon. (17:45)

In the second half of the show, Eric & Charles discuss the latest from Dallas Cowboys training camp, where Jerry Jones has been surprisingly vocal about getting his team fully vaccinated. Charles also outlines 5 takeaways he noticed with the team in Oxnard, California: from how Dak looked taking his first snaps to potentially growing frustrations with Amari Cooper. (33:10)

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The great QB migration, Chiefs rebound chances & Urban's reign of chaos

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 21:50:40 +0000

Welcome to You Pod to Win the Game. Although we will never be the same without Terez Paylor, his voice will always be a part of what we do and we hope to honor him continuously through this podcast moving forward.

Charles Robinson is joined this week by Yahoo's Dan Wetzel to talk about some of the biggest stories of the offseason, starting first and foremost, with the result of the offseason's quarterback carousel. Can Matthew Stafford finally lead a winning team now that he's in Los Angeles? Is Carson Wentz' reunion with Frank Reich in Indianapolis to put the Colts over the top? What's the latest on Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson? (9:40)

Later in the show, Charles and Dan talk about two AFC teams who are sure to command a lot of attention in 2021:

After a crushing Super Bowl defeat, can the Kansas City Chiefs rebound after making new additions at offensive line? (36:45)

The Jacksonville Jaguars added Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne in the first round of the draft, not to mention Tim Tebow. But have no doubts, the spotline will be on new head coach Urban Meyer and the trail of chaos and competitiveness he brings to every role he touches. (50:45)

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Thank you, Terez

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Charles Robinson is joined by Yahoo Sports' national columnist Dan Wetzel, NFL editor Al Toby and producer Brett Rader to remember the life & legacy of Terez Paylor, who passed away unexpectedly last month.

Though his time with us was tragically cut short, we share the behind-the-scenes stories that paint the portrait of a life well lived; a kid from Detroit who lived his dream to become one of the most beloved national journalists, covering the sport he devoted his life to.

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Super Bowl 55 Recap: Did Tom Brady & the Buccaneers just expose the Kansas City Chiefs?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 8 Feb 2021 21:53:05 +0000

Super Bowl LV is in the books and it wasn't the result anyone was expecting. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers routed the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 in a completely lopsided result. Patrick Mahomes couldn't get anything going despite making some of the most impressive throws of his career. Kansas City became the third team ever not to score a touchdown in the Super Bowl. Meanwhile Tom Brady was efficient on a play-action heavy script & the Tampa defense absolutely smothered one of the league's top five offenses.

Charles Robinson & Terez Paylor recap the game from all angles, from Byron Leftwich & Todd Bowles' exemplary coordinating jobs that will surely land them on the head coach interview circuit next year to what the Kansas City Chiefs need to do in the offseason to prevent repeat embarrassment.

Later in the show, the guys talk about the 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame class and the Eagles reportedly being close to a deal to trade away former second overall pick Carson Wentz.

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Strategy, legacy & the future of the NFL with Sean Payton, Troy Aikman, Jerry Rice & Matt Ryan

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 5 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

In a special bonus podcast on the eve of Super Bowl 55, Terez Paylor and Charles Robinson are joined by two Hall of Famers, a Super Bowl-winning coach and a league MVP.

Charles & Terez kick off the podcast discussing all sorts of league issues with New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton. Sean discusses the future of the NFL, Jameis Winston vs. Taysom Hill and what it was like playing the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. Coach Payton joins us thanks to Zebra Technologies.

Next, six Super Bowl rings join the chat as the guys chat with Dallas Cowboys hall of famer and Troy Aikman, followed by San Francisco 49ers legend Jerry Rice. They chat winning back-to-back Super Bowls, Hall of Fame legacy, Dak Prescott's future and more. Troy & Jerry join the pod on behalf of their appearance in the newest Frito-Lay commercial, "Twas the Night before Super Bowl."

Finally, Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan drops into the podcast to break down the Chiefs and Buccaneers defenses, having faced both this season, and what he expects the 2021 Falcons offense to look like with new head coach Arthur Smith at the helm. Matt joins us courtesy of the Salute to Service Award presented by USAA.

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Super Bowl 55 preview: It's all about legacy for Mahomes, Brady, Reid and Arians

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 4 Feb 2021 02:34:54 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson chop it up one last time before Super Bowl LV where the Kansas City Chiefs travel to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the first team to ever host a Super Bowl in their home stadium.

Terez & Charles break down what each team needs to do to succeed in this legacy-defining game. Can the battered Chiefs offensive line stop a dominant Buccaneers defensive front? Will the Buccaneers secondary have what it takes to force Patrick Mahomes into a mistake? What's on the line for head coaches Andy Reid & Bruce Arians and could we see the winning coach retire after their moment of glory?

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Unpacking the Rams trade for Stafford & Super Bowl 55 mailbag

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 1 Feb 2021 21:38:59 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off the first half of this podcast discussing the Los Angeles Rams sending Jared Goff, along with three future draft picks to the Detroit Lions for Matthew Stafford.

A few major questions arise: If the Rams don't immediately improve with Stafford, could Sean McVay face some pressure? If Jared Goff turns his career around, don't the Lions stand to win the most with a new franchise QB and multiple first round draft picks? If a QB, two firsts and a third-round pick were the price for Stafford, what on Earth will be the Houston Texans' asking price for Deshaun Watson?

In the second half of the show, Charles & Terez open up the mailbag and answer questions about the rookie head coach most likely to succeed in 2021, the playoff team most likely to regress next season, what the Arizona Cardinals need to do to help Kyler Murray, and which defense faces the toughest challenge in this Sunday's matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (35:55)

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Texans hire David Culley, what's next for Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 00:39:38 +0000

The Houston Texans became the seventh and final team to hire a new head coach this offseason, with the reported acquisition of Baltimore Ravens assistant coach David Culley. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off the podcast discussing how this came to be, who Culley is & what this means for Deshaun Watson.

After 12 seasons, former first overall pick Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions have reportedly agreed to part ways via a trade this offseason. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson investigate what's next and the intriguing roster of teams that could be interested in the high-volume passer.

Stafford's future isn't the only thing in question too, as Detroit completely rebuilds their front office and coaching staff, Terez & Charles worry that the team's too many cooks approach may bring them perilously close to 1-15 or 2-14 territory in the coming years. (16:30)

Later in the show, our experts break down the market for Super Bowl LV tickets in Tampa Bay, where it will cost upwards of $8,000 just to get in the door of the highly reduced-capacity Raymond James Stadium. (39:35)

Finally, the guys close out the show answering listener questions about Dwayne Haskins' potential with the Pittsburgh Steelers & how the Los Angeles Chargers are building their new coaching staff under Brandon Staley. (42:20)

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Chiefs/Bucs Super Bowl set, is a Rodgers divorce from Green Bay imminent?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 22:55:02 +0000

Super Bowl LV is set as the Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers become the first ever team to play the big game in their home stadium, while the Kansas City Chiefs come to town looking to become repeat champs for the first time since...Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off two weeks of discussion surrounding this legacy-defining Super Bowl, but first they must address the legacy of Aaron Rodgers. After Green Bay's 31-26 loss to Tampa Bay yesterday, Rodgers was a bit frosty and speculation has kicked into high gear about his future in Wisconsin. Could Rodgers really force a trade this offseason?

Transitioning to the AFC title game, our experts break down what a second Super Bowl win would do for Patrick Mahomes' legacy, if the likes of Travis Kelce, Tyreek Hill, Tyrann Mathieu & Chris Jones are destined for a Hall of Fame enshrinement and where the Buffalo Bills should go after their disappointing loss.

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New coaching hires, conference championship preview & 20 minutes with Alex Smith

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 21 Jan 2021 04:31:26 +0000

With Black Monday a few weeks in the rear-view mirror, five of the seven open head coaching vacancies have been filled: Dan Campbell with the Detroit Lions, Robert Saleh with the New York Jets, Brandon Staley with the Los Angeles Chargers, Arthur Smith with the Atlanta Falcons and Urban Meyer with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson spend the first portion of today's show spilling the dirt on the incoming class of rookie coaches and what excites (or confuses) them most about these hires. They also dive into the current vacancies with the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans, Deshaun Watson's level of unhappiness and explore why, yet again, Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy hasn't been hired. (4:20)

Later in the show, Terez is joined by former Washington quarterback Alex Smith, who discusses his miraculous road to recovery from a catastrophic 2018 leg injury, his time playing in Kansas City, his advice for Dwayne Haskins and his thoughts on Eric Bieniemy & Urban Meyer. (54:40)

Closing out the podcast, Charles & Terez preview this Sunday's two conference championship games as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers travel north to the Green Bay Packers and the Kansas City Chiefs host the Buffalo Bills. (1:19:00)

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Divisional round recap: Is a win next week bigger for Rodgers or Brady?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:04:21 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson recap all four divisional round games from the weekend, starting with Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers putting away Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints on Sunday evening in what is likely to be Brees' final game before retirement.

Later in the show, they break down the Kansas City Chiefs outlasting the Cleveland Browns after Patrick Mahomes suffered a concussion in the third quarter, what's next for Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens after scoring only three points against the Buffalo Bills and why the Green Bay Packers offense should get more credit after dispatching the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday afternoon.

There's also some Wentz vs. Goff talk, and the show closes out with our experts sharing some thoughts about the hirings of Arthur Smith in Atlanta and Robert Saleh in New York. Later in the week, they'll go deep into the five head coaches hired in the last week.

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The mind-blowing prospect of a Watson-for-Tua trade, plus divisional round preview

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 14 Jan 2021 02:59:15 +0000

Deshaun Watson is not happy in Houston. The all-star QB is by all accounts displeased by the direction the team is taking with its offseason hires and his lack of a say in those acquisitions and reportedly is open to a trade to the Miami Dolphins. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson discuss these reports, their implications and the mind-boggling idea that Miami could be giving up on Tua Tagovailoa so early in his career, even for a star like Watson. (1:20)

The Seattle Seahawks parted ways with offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer on Tuesday and head coach Pete Carroll did not mince words about his dissatisfaction with the team’s offense of late. The guys break down what could come next for Seattle. (25:00)

Our experts broke the news of Doug Pederson’s firing in Philadelphia live on Monday’s podcast. Charles follows-up with a few additional details about Pederson’s departure from the Eagles and why things soured so quickly after their recent Super Bowl win. (29:15)

The Denver Broncos found their new GM in former Minnesota Vikings personnel man George Paton. The guys fill in Paton’s history and what this new chapter could be like for the Broncos. (36:45)

Also this week, the Chicago Bears announced they would be keeping head coach Matt Nagy and GM Ryan Pace for the 2021 season. Charles & Terez break down what they would need to do to keep their jobs beyond this year and what QBs the Bears should go after in the offseason. (49:10)

Finally, the guys close out the show previewing all four divisional round matchups heading into this weekend: Rams-Packers, Ravens-Bills, Browns-Chiefs and Buccaneers-Saints. (50:25)

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Wild-card recap: Browns & Bills vanquish playoff demons, plus Doug Pederson fired

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 21:57:04 +0000

Fans of the Buffalo Bills and Cleveland Browns can breathe a sigh of relief, their teams have now won a playoff game in this millennium (sorry Lions & Bengals fans).

Charles Robinson & Terez Paylor recap all six wild-card games from the weekend including the aforementioned wins by Buffalo & Cleveland, the Los Angeles Rams upsetting the division rival Seattle Seahawks and wins from the Saints and Buccaneers setting the stage for the third duel between Tom Brady and Drew Brees this season.

At the end of the show, our experts react live to the Philadelphia Eagles parting ways with head coach Doug Pederson, which Charles has been predicting for months.

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Wild-card preview & ranking the open head coaching jobs

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 8 Jan 2021 02:54:36 +0000

The first week of the NFL postseason always welcomes a bittersweet holiday for NFL fans: Black Monday. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off this episode discussing the recent firings of Anthony Lynn, Doug Marrone and the strange situation of John Elway simultaneously firing and promoting himself. (4:10)

Our experts rank the open head coach and general manager jobs in the league with franchises like the Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Chargers, New York Jets, Houston Texans, Detroit Lions, Atlanta Falcons and others.

In the second half of the show, Terez & Charles preview all six wild-card games scheduled for this weekend, whether the NFL should allow Browns HC Kevin Stefanski to coach remotely and which game they think has the best shot of resulting in an upset. (37:55)

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Week 17 Sunday Night Freestyle: Philly gifts Washington the NFC East – what was that?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 4 Jan 2021 07:23:23 +0000

On the final Sunday night of the 2020 regular season, to the horror of nearly every NFL fan (particularly a large portion of the ones in the New York city area), the Philadelphia Eagles pulled quarterback Jalen Hurts in favor of backup Nate Sudfeld for no clear reason, gifting in the process, a division championship to their rivals the Washington Football Team.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open on this embarrassing episode and what galaxy-brained strategy head coach Doug Pederson could have been employing.

Our experts recap all 16 games from Sunday's schedule including the wild finishes between the Texans and Titans, Browns and Steelers and the utter beat-downs carried out by the Buffalo Bills, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens.

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Week 17 Preview: What's next for Dwayne Haskins & who will win the NFC East?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 02:53:28 +0000

When Charles Robinson said on the most recent episode of this podcast, "that's it, it's over," in regards to Washington QB Dwayne Haskins, he didn't think the team would waive him 12 hours later. But that's what happened.

Charles & Terez Paylor kick off this episode of the podcast breaking down the simultaneously shocking, yet not surprising news that the former first rounder was released by the Washington Football Team on Monday. What's next for the former Ohio State star? And what do our experts think of ESPN's Booger McFarland's comments calling out young Black athletes in response to Haskins' dismissal? (2:05)

The departure of Haskins from Washington and the potential departure of Carson Wentz just up the road in Philadelphia inspire a conversation about contract extensions for young quarterbacks. With new deals for QBs heading into their fourth year being all the rage, should Baker Mayfield, Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson receive extensions this offseason? (18:50)

Week 17 is just around the corner and we can't wrap up the 2020 regular season without one more segment of NFC East talk. With the division title still up for grabs for all but one of these squads, what are Charles & Terez looking for as the Washington Football Team takes on the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys travel to the New York Giants? (35:50)

Our experts close out the podcast discussing some of the other playoff scenarios in the AFC & NFC as Derrick Henry looks to notch a 2,000 yard season, Aaron Rodgers hopes to win a third MVP and a pair of battered NFC West teams in the Rams and Cardinals fight for a wild card spot. (45:20)

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Week 16 Sunday Night Freestyle: With one week left, did Aaron Rodgers just take the lead in MVP race?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 07:16:26 +0000

With just one week left of 2020 NFL regular season games remaining, the coveted MVP award that was, at one point, clearly destined for Russell Wilson, and at another, evidently Patrick Mahomes' for the taking, appears to have changed hands for perhaps one last time. The Green Bay Packers dealt the Tennessee Titans a decisive 40-14 loss on Sunday night, and in doing so, Packers QB Aaron Rodgers threw 4 TDs in another stellar performance.

Where does the MVP race stand at the season's final leg? Do the Chicago Bears owe Mitchell Trubisky another shot in 2021? How do the Dallas Cowboys, who are potentially one win away from the most unlikely playoff berth ever, avoid "the velvet rut?"

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson address all those questions and the league's major storylines, recapping all fifteen games from this weekend's action.

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Week 16 Preview: What's wrong with the Pittsburgh Steelers?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 02:10:24 +0000

After an 11-0 start, the Pittsburgh Steelers looked Super Bowl-bound and people around the league questioned whether 16-0 was in play? Three weeks later, the situation is very different. Having lost to the Washington Football Team, Buffalo Bills and, on Monday night, the lowly Cincinnati Bengals, the Steelers appear in free-fall. What doesn’t help matters is their Week 16 opponents are the Indianapolis Colts who boast the league’s best defense.

After briefly touching on the San Francisco 49ers acquiring former tenth overall pick Josh Rosen from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off the podcast trying to diagnose: what’s wrong with the Pittsburgh Steelers? When the culprits are an aging Ben Roethlisberger, an ineffective offensive line, a defense worn thin by key injuries, the blame can be spread everywhere. JuJu Smith-Schuster losing a fumble after dancing on the Bengals logo for a TikTok video certainly doesn’t help either. (4:10)

Later, Terez drops the audio of an interview he conducted earlier in the week with former Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson (née Ochocinco) where they talk about the state of touchdown celebrations and Chad reveals his rankings of the best wideouts of all time (spoiler: Jerry Rice is third). (15:45)

In the second half of the podcast, Charles & Terez discuss two disappointing stories coming from the Washington Football Team. First, Charles sheds light on team paying out $1.6 million to settle a sexual misconduct claim about owner Dan Snyder and how this is potentially the tip of the iceberg in regards to damaging nondisclosure agreements. Afterwards, they talk about Dwayne Haskins being spotted, mask-less, at a strip club following Washington’s loss on Sunday to the Seattle Seahawks. (34:00)

Wrapping up the podcast, the guys preview two Week 16 matchups as the Los Angeles Rams hope to bounce back in Seattle after their embarrassing loss to the New York Jets; and the Tennessee Titans travel to the Green Bay Packers as Aaron Rodgers and Derrick Henry attempt to make their MVP case. (47:10)

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Week 15 Sunday Night Freestyle: Catastrophic win for the New York Jets

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 07:12:18 +0000

The New York Jets had one simple job: keep losing games. Unfortunately for scores of Jets fans, the team that’s tortured them for decades continued to twist the knife of dramatic irony. In a stunning upset, the Jets beat the Los Angeles Rams 23-20 and effectively handed control of the number one pick in this April’s draft to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off the show breaking down the implications of this wild result, how it potentially changes the fate of Trevor Lawrence and how this win serves as Adam Gase’s cruel parting shot to the franchise and its fans that’ve been waiting to jettison him all season.

The guys recap all of the games from Week 15 including the loss that handed the New England Patriots their first losing season in 20 years, the astonishing duel between Jalen Hurts and Kyler Murray, Tom Brady’s latest comeback against the poor Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland’s tenth win and more.

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Week 15 Preview: Chiefs-Saints & Seahawks-Washington are battles of strength vs. strength

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 02:25:32 +0000

Before looking ahead to a slate of impactful Week 15 games, Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off their mid-week podcast looking back to Monday night and what many consider to be the game of the year between the Baltimore Ravens and Cleveland Browns. Between Lamar’s magical comeback in the game’s final moments and the undeniable poise and growth shown by Baker Mayfield, how could you not be excited about where these teams are going for years to come?

Later in the show, Charles & Terez run through a number of league-wide stories including the chances that players may receive the coronavirus vaccine before the Super Bowl, the effect of game postponements on the league’s broadcast partners and the likelihood that the NFL will officially ratify plans to expand the season to 17 games in the very near future. (9:40).

Afterwards, the guys look ahead to a number of matchups they’re anticipating this weekend including a possible Super Bowl preview between the Kansas City Chiefs & New Orleans Saints, the Seattle Seahawks traveling east to face the ascending Washington Football Team, the Miami Dolphins looking to vanquish the rival New England Patriots and the battle of two Oklahoma quarterbacks as Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals meet Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles. (22:15)

Finally, the guys close out the show taking listener questions about Odell Beckham, Jr., Jamaal Williams and what the New York Jets’ record would be if they had Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes. (42:10)

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Week 14 Sunday Night Freestyle: Buffalo establishes itself as Kansas City's true challenger

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 07:29:30 +0000

With only three weeks to go before the end of the regular season, the post-season contenders are coming into focus. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off their Sunday night recap podcast breaking down the Buffalo Bills’ decisive win over the skidding Pittsburgh Steelers who were undefeated just seven days ago but suddenly have two marks in the loss column.

Terez & Charles also discuss what the trade market might look like for Carson Wentz after Jalen Hurts won his first start for the Philadelphia Eagles, why the Tampa Bay Buccaneers still look shaky despite their win, the defensive dominance of the Washington Football team as well as the rest of the games from Week 14.

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Week 14 Preview: Jalen Hurts' first start in Philly, Jim Harbaugh's NFL chances and more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 03:12:54 +0000

To the dismay (or joy) of Philadelphia Eagles fans, rookie QB Jalen Hurts is making his first NFL start this weekend as the New Orleans Saints travel to town. Terez Paylor is joined by Yahoo Sports senior college football writer Pete Thamel as well as Yahoo Sports' lead draft analyst Eric Edholm to talk about Hurts' interesting college career and what to expect out of his first professional start. (4:30)

Later, Pete gives the latest on the sad tale of Jim Harbaugh and the University of Michigan. The former San Francisco 49ers head coach made three conference championships and a Super Bowl, but his stock seemingly couldn't be any lower. The guys discuss his prospects and the likelihood of a possible return to the NFL. (14:30)

Afterwards, Terez, Pete get acquainted with the 2021 NFL draft and Eric's latest mock draft. Aside from Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields, what names should NFL fans start paying attention to? Will the Cincinnati Bengals draft some protection for Joe Burrow? What will the Dallas Cowboys do with their likely top-five pick? Could four quarterbacks go in the first ten picks next April? (24:00)

Finally, Terez closes out the show taking some listener questions about how Bill Belichick could screw the New York Jets out of the first overall pick, what the Indianapolis Colts will do at QB after the Philip Rivers era and how he would go about fixing the Detroit Lions franchise. (50:15)

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Week 13 Sunday Night Freestyle: Are the Giants poised to make an end-of-season run?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 7 Dec 2020 07:22:37 +0000

The New York Giants took the prize for the most surprising outcome of Week 13 with their late-afternoon road win in Seattle. The G-Men held Russell Wilson's Seahawks to a paltry twelve points and likely snuffed out the QB's MVP chances in 2020, earning their fourth straight win along the way.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open the podcast discussing the resurgent New York Football Giants and the commendable job first-year head coach Joe Judge has done with the squad. They also break down the one area Kansas City needs to improve if they want to be successful this January, Carson Wentz' benching for rookie QB Jalen Hurts, the New York Jets snatching defeat from the jaws of victory thanks to a questionable Gregg Williams defensive call and the rest of the Week 13 slate.

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Week 13 Preview: Wednesday Afternoon Football feels strange, NFL preps for a COVID playoffs, Wentz continues decline & more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 3 Dec 2020 03:37:57 +0000

There's truly nothing like that early-December tradition all Americans know and love: Wednesday afternoon football. The thrice-delayed second meeting of the Pittsburgh Steelers & Baltimore Ravens finally occurred on an extremely-rare Wednesday afternoon and the end results were mixed: the Steelers came away with a win in what was ultimately an ugly game for the virus-stricken Ravens.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open the show discussing the W.A.F. game as well as a few lingering COVID questions the league is dealing with: if there is a vaccine readily available within the next month, will the players have access to it soon? In what scenario will the NFL break the 'in case of emergency' Week 18 glass? Will playoff teams enter an NBA-style playoff bubble?

Later in the podcast, they discuss another disappointing loss for the Philadelphia Eagles. What's wrong with Philly & their former MVP-caliber QB Carson Wentz? What happened in the Eagles' 2020 draft war room that almost yielded them both an Offensive Rookie of the Year and a Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate? (20:55)

A listener writes in discussing possible landing spots for Detroit Lions QB Matt Stafford, who may be on the trade block after the team fired its coach and GM on Sunday. Could the Browns, Broncos or Bears deal for the former first overall pick? (32:25)

Finally, Terez & Charles chat about what they'll be watching for this weekend in the matchups between the Los Angeles Rams and Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers, New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons and the Cleveland Browns and Tennessee Titans. (47:00)

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Week 12 Sunday Night Freestyle: Painful Broncos, Bears, Jets QB situations lowlight Thanksgiving weekend

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 07:08:47 +0000

While NFL fans were treated to a battle of GOAT vs. future-GOAT on Sunday as Patrick Mahomes & Tom Brady dueled to a 27-24 finish in Tampa Bay, a few other putrid QB situations reared their ugly heads.Namely, the Denver Broncos starting former practice squad WR Kendall Hinton at QB after a coronavirus case and the ensuing safety protocols ruled out their entire quarterbacks room.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson break down all the Week 12 games and storylines including Denver’s aforementioned QB breakdown, why Sam Darnold could be a fit as Chicago’s QB of the future, how Tennessee is suddenly as dangerous as they were last postseason and the sudden, but not surprising firing of Matt Patricia and Bob Quinn in Detroit.

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Week 12 Preview: HOF semi-finalist rankings & the two things needed to fix Tampa Bay

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 02:32:38 +0000

Football and Thanksgiving always go hand-in-hand, and with the holiday approaching fast, Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open up their midweek podcast chewing the fat about their favorite Thanksgiving foods including a mind-opening hack to kick your mashed potatoes up to the next level.

Getting into some football talk, the guys recap the Los Angeles Rams' 27-24 Monday night win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After two head-scratching picks from Tom Brady, Charles outlines the two missing pieces from the Bucs offense that need to be fixed if Tampa wants to succeed this January. (7:10)

In more somber news, Dallas Cowboys head strength & conditioning coach Markus Paul collapsed this morning at the Cowboys' facility and was rushed to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition at the time of this taping. Charles & Terez reflect on Paul's beloved reputation in the league and the inner workings of how stories like these are reported. (16:15)

Following up on Sunday night's conversation about Joe Burrow's devastating knee injury, Terez outlines what teams like the New York Jets and Jacksonville Jaguars, the presumed owners of the first and second picks in the 2021 draft, need to do to prevent situations like this from happening to their rookie franchise QBs of the future. (23:15)

On Tuesday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame released its list of 25 semi-finalists for 2021's Hall of Fame class. Among some mortal locks for the 5 spots in next year's class are Peyton Manning and Charles Woodson. The guys rank some of the other finalists and make the case for the frustratingly short career of Calvin Johnson aka Megatron. (33:30)

Finally, the guys close out the show talking about the Green Bay Packers, coach Matt LaFleur's evolution over two seasons and why fans shouldn't be so down on their WR corps. (53:40)

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Week 11 Sunday Night Freestyle: Chiefs hold off Raiders, Packers defense shows holes, Ravens lose composure

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 07:24:56 +0000

Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season is almost in the books save for a Monday night game and the playoff picture is coming into focus. The Kansas City Chiefs came back in the final two minutes to split their season series against the Las Vegas Raiders, the Green Bay Packers lost control of the first overall seed in the NFC after dropping a game (and the ball) to the Indianapolis Colts in overtime & the Baltimore Ravens appear to be in a tailspin after losing their second straight.

Charles Robinson & Terez Paylor recap all of the Sunday matchups from Week 11 as well as the continued tragedy that is the Philadelphia Eagles season, Taysom Hill's first win as a starting QB and the brutal season-ending injury to Joe Burrow.

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Week 11 Mailbag: Should Cowboys blow it up with top-5 pick & how can Chiefs retain their core?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 02:25:44 +0000

In celebration of the podcast reaching 1000 reviews on Apple Podcasts, Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson do a mostly mailbag podcast as the season rounds into its final six weeks.

After an extremely necessary conversation about Justin Herbert's new haircut, Terez & Charles answer listener questions about what the Cowboys should do with their unexpectedly high draft pick in 2021, the Houston Texans' search for a new head coach and the Kansas City Chiefs' ability to retain their core of star players.

Later, they close out the show discussing the three matchups they're looking forward to most this weekend in Arizona @ Seattle, Green Bay @ Indianapolis and the Los Angeles Rams @ Tampa Bay.

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Week 10 Sunday Night Freestyle: Hail Murray

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 07:07:26 +0000

In Week 7, Seattle’s D.K. Metcalf chased down an interception by Arizona’s Budda Baker, preventing a touchdown in what was undoubtedly the most incredible play of the season up to that point. In Week 10, that conventional wisdom was usurped by another breathtaking play involving the Arizona Cardinals.

This time, with mere seconds left, down four, Kyler Murray threw up a 43-yard Hail Mary to DeAndre Hopkins that was miraculously pulled down and secured by the receiver Arizona had only traded for at the beginning of the year.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open their Week 10 recap podcast discussing this astonishing play and how it leads to a must-win Thursday night rematch between Arizona & Seattle on Thursday night, where control of the NFC West is at stake.

Our experts recap all of the games from the weekend including Baltimore’s frustrating loss to New England, Miami winning its fourth straight game and the Philadelphia Eagles being on the verge of a total implosion, despite retaining a lead of the putrid NFC East.

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Week 10 Preview: Imagining a 16-team playoffs, Todd Haley storytime & more

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:33:02 +0000

The 2020 NFL regular season is just over halfway done, and despite ballooning COVID cases both in the league and nationally, it appears as if we'll get something resembling a complete season.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open their mid-week podcast discussing the recently agreed-upon plans from the NFL's owners to institute a 16-team playoff field in the case that regular season games are cancelled. Would Kansas City/Miami be of interest to anyone? Or what about New Orleans/Arizona? Our hosts break down the two conference playoff seedings as they stand today while the league still combats the coronavirus and even stars like Aaron Rodgers question the NFL's safety protocols.

Later in the show, Terez & Charles discuss the NFL owners also voting to amend the Rooney Rule in order to award compensatory draft picks to franchises whose lower-level minority coaches and executives get hired to head coach and GM positions. They also chat about Raheem Morris' stint as interim head coach of the Atlanta Falcons and whether owner Arthur Blank could hire him to the role in a more official sense this offseason. (20:50)

Closing out the episode, the guys open up the reader mailbag and share some stories about Todd Haley (after Matt Cassel told quite a story of his own on NBC Sports Boston) and try to determine which team in the horrid NFC East has the best chance of reversing their fortunes in the long-run. (37:25)

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Week 9 Sunday Night Freestyle: Tua & Kyler show the promise of NFL's future while Brady throws a dud vs. Brees

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 9 Nov 2020 06:46:50 +0000

Sunday evening gave us two stark versions of the NFL's old guard and its new generation at the quarterback position. Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints blanked the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 38-3, while Tom Brady threw three interceptions. Only hours before, Tua Tagovailoa and the defensively stout Miami Dolphins pulled off a 34-31 road win against the electric Kyler Murray who put up 283 yards in the air and 103 yards on the ground for the Arizona Cardinals.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off their Week 9 Sunday night recap podcast discussing these two games, as NFC dominance hangs in the balance. They also break down the Seattle Seahawks getting blown out against a surging Buffalo Bills team, Chicago's continued QB issues, and whether Deshaun Watson has a right to be miffed about the situation in Houston, as well as the rest of Week 9's slate of games.

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Week 9 Preview: 2020 midseason awards and reckoning with another boring trade deadline

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 5 Nov 2020 02:36:37 +0000

Tuesday was certainly a day not without excitement in America. The Presidential race is still too close to call as of late Wednesday, but we do know what to call Tuesday's trade deadline in the NFL: boring.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open up this midweek podcast reacting to the lack of major moves at the deadline and what it says about where most of the teams are at the season's halfway point.

Elsewhere in the league, there were reports this week that the NFL is mulling a 16-team playoff format that would eliminate the bye week and allow eight teams from each conference into the playoffs for one year only. Which teams stand the most to gain from this proposed scenario? (13:10)

Terez & Charles then devote the bulk of the episode to giving out their 2020 midseason awards. Is Tom Brady in the MVP conversation with the likes of Russel Wilson and Patrick Mahomes? Does Tua Tagovailoa have a chance to enter the apparent two-man race for offensive rookie of the year behind Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert? Mike Tomlin & Bruce Arians seem like frontrunners for the coach of the year award, but our experts argue that how Antonio Brown gels with the Bucs will ultimately play a huge role in how Arians is evaluated for that award. (19:25)

Finally, the guys close out the episode previewing three matchups they're looking forward to most in Week 9: New Orleans at Tampa Bay, Seattle at Buffalo and Baltimore at Indianapolis. (48:20)

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Week 8 Sunday Night Freestyle: Ravens seem like the odd man out among AFC's elite

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 2 Nov 2020 07:24:05 +0000

It was a wild, windy Week 8 in the NFL where few things were predictable (except for the Kansas City Chiefs easily dispensing of the New York Jets). Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off their Sunday night podcast recapping the clear game of the week between Lamar Jackson’s Baltimore Ravens and Ben Roethlisberger’s Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers held on late to defeat their division rival and remain the league’s only unbeaten at 7-0, showing that the Ravens, yet again, might be on the outside looking in when it comes to a spot in this year’s AFC Championship.

Terez & Charles recap all of the Week 8 games so far including Miami’s impressive defensive win over the visiting L.A. Rams, the sliding Titans’ loss to Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals & the fourth straight loss for Bill Belichick, Cam Newton and the New England Patriots, who Charles argues are due for a full-on rebuild.

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Week 8 Preview: Which teams will be buyers at next week's trade deadline?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 01:03:33 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open the podcast this week discussing the state of a handful of rosters as the NFL trade deadline fast approaches. With a reduced salary cap coming next year, we can expect a lot of teams to be sellers, but which teams will be buyers, like the Detroit Lions & Seattle Seahawks, who made defensive additions in Everson Griffen and Carlos Dunlap, respectively?

Could the New England Patriots deal last year's Defensive Player of the Year, Stephon Gilmore? Will Super Bowl contenders like the Tennessee Titans & Green Bay Packers add that final piece as they plan to make deep playoff runs? Our experts spend the first half of the episode getting you primed for next week's big deadline.

Later, they preview the three Week 8 matchups they're looking forward to most:

The game of the weekend is the surely Pittsburgh Steelers traveling to face the division rival Baltimore Ravens. Not only will this game have playoff seeding ramifications, but how could this game affect the trade deadline as well? (25:05)

We'll get our first look at this year's fifth overall pick, Tua Tagovailoa as the Los Angeles Rams travel east to take on the Miami Dolphins. Will Aaron Donald torture the rookie for four quarters or will the lack of tape on Tua play to the Dolphins advantage? (31:40)

The NFC West is absolutely crazy when the worst team is the 4-3 San Francisco 49ers. They travel to the Seattle Seahawks coming off their first loss of the season to Arizona. If San Francisco gets the win, Terez & Charles explain how the division will turn into a bloodbath. (34:30)

Finally, the guys close out the show answering listener questions about the safety of Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer's job and Le'Veon Bell's chemistry in the Kansas City Chiefs locker room and more (38:00).

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Week 7 Recap: Yes, we have to take the Arizona Cardinals seriously in the NFC

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 06:47:53 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson recap a wild Week 7 in which a handful of games came down to the wire, the first and foremost being the Arizona Cardinals' incredible comeback win in the final seconds of overtime versus the Seattle Seahawks.

Elsewhere in the league, the Lions, Browns and Chargers also pulled off wacky wins in high-scoring games, meanwhile the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers looked like legit Super Bowl contenders. Terez & Charles discuss it all as they touch on every game from Week 7, even the two games from the lowly NFC East.

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Week 7 Preview: Infighting and finger-pointing less than two months into the Mike McCarthy era in Dallas

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 01:16:14 +0000

Well, that didn’t take long. Less than two months into his first season with the franchise, Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy is already the target of scrutiny after reports his players have lost confidence in his coaching following an embarrassing 38-10 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Monday night. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open the podcast marveling at how quickly McCarthy’s good will has faded and how this particular instance has echoes of his final days with the Green Bay Packers.

Next, Terez & Charles discuss the Buffalo Bills’ loss on Monday to the Kansas City Chiefs. Was the early-season Josh Allen hype unfounded or did the Bills just get handled by a better team? Also, Terez explains why Clyde Edwards-Helaire & Le’Veon Bell are not competitors for the same share of snaps, but rather complementary pieces on Kansas City’s burgeoning run-game. (13:50)

On Tuesday, the Miami Dolphins announced they would be benching QB Ryan Fitzpatrick in favor of rookie Tua Tagovailoa. The guys explain why it was time for Miami to get the show on the road after the early success of Tagovailoa’s fellow first-rounders Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert. (21:00)

In a week, Antonio Brown’s eight-game suspension is due to conclude and the Seattle Seahawks have been deemed the favorites to land the troubled wideout. Our experts take an early victory lap after they had been predicting this uneasy marriage for a few months now, however Brown’s leash will be undeniably short due to the complicating factors of the COVID season. (26:25)

Speaking of COVID, the Las Vegas Raiders were forced to send all five of their starting offensive linemen home after contact tracing declared them potentially susceptible to COVID-19 after a single positive test on the team. Charles & Terez break down how this unfortunate situation will continue to rear its ugly head all season. Likewise, they discuss the possibility of the Super Bowl being pushed back as far as a month later than its typical early February date. (32:05)

Finally, our experts close out the podcast previewing five matchups to keep an eye on this upcoming weekend. (36:10)

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Week 6 Sunday Night Freestyle: Statement wins for the Buccaneers and Steelers

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 06:21:46 +0000

Six weeks into the season is just about when the good teams start making statements and separating themselves from the rest of the pack. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers made emphatic statement wins on Sunday as they handily beat the Green Bay Packers and Cleveland Browns, respectively.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open their Week 6 Sunday night podcast recapping these two lopsided wins as well as the nail biting finishes for the Baltimore Ravens and Tennessee Titans.

They give their thoughts on all twelve games and later in the episode, discuss why they're concerned about New England after their ugly loss to Denver, whether they think the Vikings and Lions should start a rebuild, and the intriguing reason Charles doesn't think Adam Gase will be fired by the New York Jets in the short term.

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Week 6 Preview: Where will Le'Veon land?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 01:28:08 +0000

TNF this week stands for Tuesday Night Football as the usual Thursday night game was bumped back to next Monday and the postponed Bills-Titans matchup occurred on a rare Tuesday night for the NFL.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open up this mid-week podcast discussing Derrick Henry's nasty stiff arm on the dearly departed Josh Norman, and how the passing styles of Josh Allen and Ryan Tannehill portends the next era of elite quarterback play.

Next, Terez & Charles spin it back to Monday night's matchup where the New Orleans Saints outlasted the Los Angeles Chargers in overtime. Is Drew Brees' arm really finished? Also, how much are NFL scouts who were low on Justin Herbert eating their words? (8:30)

For the bulk of the episode, our experts dive into the New York Jets parting ways with Le'Veon Bell. Charles describes how Adam Gase was never into the former Steeler RB, and Terez tries to nail down a landing spot for the scatback. Could Le'Veon land in Chicago, Kansas City, Seattle, Philadelphia or Buffalo? (20:15)

Closing out the show, the guys preview the three Week 6 matchups they're looking forward to most:

Can Baker Mayfield lead the Cleveland Browns to a victory in the AFC North matchup against Big Ben and their eternal bullies, the Pittsburgh Steelers? (40:25)

Teddy Bridgewater has looked damn good in Carolina. Can the Panthers their fourth win of the season against Nick Foles and the 4-1 Chicago Bears? (44:45)

It's a battle of aging future hall of famers as Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers square off on Sunday. Can Aaron continue his almost-MVP campaign as the Green Bay Packers travel to Tampa Bay? (49:30)

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Week 5 Sunday Night Freestyle: The cruelty of the football gods

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 06:10:41 +0000

The football gods give and the foot ball gods take away. That was as apparent as ever on Sunday in Week 5 as Alex Smith made his triumphant return to action after nearly two years away from the sport as a result of a gruesome leg injury. On the other side of that coin, only hours later, Dak Prescott suffered a gruesome ankle injury of his own and is now out for the season.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson recap all of the Week 5 games up until Sunday night including the Dallas Cowboys' pyrrhic victory against the New York Giants, the Las Vegas Raiders stunning the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks adding another exhibit to his MVP case against the Minnesota Vikings and the Atlanta Falcons cleaning house after suffering yet another loss, this time to the surprisingly frisky Carolina Panthers.

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Week 5 Preview: Why the Titans are in HUGE trouble, plus Bill O'Brien fired & Haskins benched

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 8 Oct 2020 01:21:52 +0000

"It's not a matter of if, but when and how severe." Strong words kick off this mid-week podcast as Charles Robinson & Terez Paylor discuss the ongoing coronavirus outbreak within the Tennessee Titans organization. Will the Titans be forced to forfeit this weekend's matchup against the Buffalo Bills? What sort of punishment could Roger Goddell levy against Tennessee after reports of multiple safety violations including a secret off-site practice? (0:50)

Next, the guys issue a correction to their Sunday night proclamation that there was a possibility no coaches could be fired this season. Houston Texans ownership had other plans in mind as they released Bill O'Brien from his duties on Monday. Charles & Terez break down where it all went wrong and discuss the candidates who could take over the year's first head coaching vacancy. (14:25)

While the Houston Texans are sure of their quarterback of the future, the Washington Football Team seem to be moving on from theirs quite quickly. On Wednesday, the team announced Dwayne Haskins, their 2019 first round pick, would be benched in favor of Kyle Allen. What does this mean for Haskins' future and could we possibly see Alex Smith taking snaps under center in Washington soon? (30:50)

Finally, Terez & Charles close out the show previewing the aforementioned Buffalo-Tennessee matchup scheduled for Week 5, as well as the Philadelphia Eagles traveling cross-state to face the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Indianapolis Colts squaring off against the Cleveland Browns in a battle of two 3-1 playoff hopefuls. (40:30)

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Week 4 Sunday Night Freestyle: How many wins will the NFC East champion have?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 5 Oct 2020 06:34:48 +0000

Another week, more pain and sorrow (and a glimmer of hope) for fans in the NFC East. Yes, the NFL's most win-challenged division leads off the show again. How freaked out should Dallas Cowboy fans be after the Cleveland Browns, of all teams, managed to hang 49 points in Jerryworld?

How about those Philadelphia Eagles. They earned their first win of the season tonight in San Francisco and thanks to a tie in Cincinnati last week, they've instantly jumped to the top of the NFC East standings.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson break down all of the Week 4 games, discussing Justin Herbert's impressive start, the one thing that will lead to Bill O'Brien's firing, Teddy Bridgewater's under-the-radar success in Carolina and whether the Washington Football Team could really pull the plug on Dwayne Haskins as early as this week.

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Week 4 Preview: Titans' COVID-19 scare & what's wrong with Wentz?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 1 Oct 2020 01:21:37 +0000

It never seemed like a matter of if, but only when. When would the NFL have to face its first major COVID outbreak? The answer came after Week 3 when it was reported that initially three, and now four players and five additional personnel on the Tennessee Titans tested positive for the novel coronavirus after playing a game Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.

How did this happen? What steps did the league take when a Titans coach first tested positive on Saturday and what steps could’ve been taken? How will this affect the Titans-Steelers matchup that has been postponed until at least Monday? Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson break down the entire situation developing in Tennessee and the implications on the rest of the season.

Next, they recap the 34-20 strong-arming the Kansas City Chiefs put on the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night. What do the Ravens need to do if they see Patrick Mahomes again in the playoffs? (18:30)

After the Philadelphia Eagles’ winless start, you know the sky is falling in the City of Brotherly Love. The guys try to figure out what is wrong with Carson Wentz and propose a few options for how the Eagles should handle the rest of their season. (29:05)

After the Houston Texans worked out, but declined to sign former Ravens and Seahawks safety Earl Thomas, Charles talks through the multi-year depreciation of the all-pro’s legacy around the league and why very few teams are interesting in signing the former pro-bowler. (37:00)

Finally, the guys close out the show previewing two Week 4 matchups:

Someone’s got to get a win as the Minnesota Vikings travel to the Houston Texans (or maybe not, as we saw last week in the Cincinnati-Philadelphia tie). If the Vikings can’t get a W here, should they blow the whole thing up? (44:20)

The 2-1 Cleveland Browns are heading to Dallas to see if they can keep their strong start going against the 1-2 Dallas Cowboys. Though the Cowboys have been dreadful defending the pass all season, the guys explain that Cleveland should do what they do best: run the ball with Nick Chubb & Kareem Hunt. (53:30)

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Week 3 Sunday Night Freestyle: If Russ is the MVP front-runner, Rodgers is not far behind

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 06:26:13 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open their Week 3 recap podcast discussing the Green Bay Packers’ 37-30 win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday night. Should the 1-2 Saints be freaking out about their sub-.500 start? Can Aaron Rodgers threaten Russell Wilson’s 2020 MVP campaign?

The experts also discuss the amazing Rams-Bills matchup in Buffalo, another Atlanta collapse, Chicago’s QB battle, Houston falling further into the winless hole, and whether the Giants, Jets and Broncos, three absolutely abysmal teams, might explore their options at quarterback if they wind up earning a top-3 pick in the 2021 draft.

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Week 3 Preview: Tyrod's punctured lung & the real reason Russ hasn't received an MVP vote

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 01:34:42 +0000

The NFL season has entered its third week, yet the coronavirus does not quit. A friendly reminder from the Yahoo Sports NFL Podcast to keep wearing your mask. A reminder from the league apparently didn't land with coaches Jon Gruden and Sean Payton, who were both personally fined $100,000 after not properly masking up during the New Orleans Saints' Monday night loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick off the mid-week pod discussing the fines doled out to multiple coaches for the mask policy, if the 2-0 Raiders are for real and if it's time to worry about the 1-1 Saints.

Staying in the AFC West, news came out on Wednesday that the reason for Tyrod Taylor's chest pains, which led to Justin Herbert's first start for the Los Angeles Chargers, was a team doctor accidentally puncturing Taylor's lung with a pre-game injection. Charles & Terez dive into this strange medical story and the legal ramifications it could have for the Chargers. (16:10)

Our experts also discuss the strange case of the MetLife Stadium turf, where the San Francisco 49ers lost Nick Bosa, Jimmy Garoppolo, Raheem Mostert and more to injury last Sunday while visiting the New York Jets. What does it mean that the NFLPA backed the 49er's complaint about the playing surface? (27:10)

There has been quite a TV & internet hullabaloo lately that Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has never garnered a single MVP vote in his eight-year career. Charles, an MVP voter, explains the very justifiable reason why. (32:00)

Finally, the guys close out the show previewing a trio key matchups to look forward to in Week 3: Kansas City at Baltimore (40:55), the Los Angeles Rams at Buffalo (49:30) and Dallas at Seattle (58:00).

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Week 2 Sunday Night Freestyle: Seahawks OMG, Falcons WYD?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 06:27:28 +0000

The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks delivered another classic on Sunday night that ended on a goal line stand one the one-yard line as time expired because of course it did. It was Seahawks-Patriots, what other way could it end?

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson recap that and all of the Week 2 games including the Falcons' epic collapse to the Cowboys in a 39-40 roller coaster ride, Justin Herbert's noble first start against the Chiefs, the Rams looking like Super Bowl contenders again and the Buccaneers getting their first win with Tom Brady at the helm of the pirate ship.

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Week 2 Preview: OBJ trade rumors, #FreeAllenRobinson & which team can least afford to go 0-2?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 01:53:23 +0000

The passage of time is cruel. Happy times and sad times come and go, as do the passing of the seasons, to remind us of this bitter fact. As the weather cools down, we're happy to have football back in our lives. 2020 also brings a more recent tradition: your yearly dose of Odell Beckham Jr. trade rumors.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson kick-off this mid-week pod with a return to America's favorite soap opera: OBJ and his relationship with the Browns. The guys tell you if this year's batch of rumors carry any weight.

OBJ wasn't the only wideout to claim the trade rumor spotlight this week. Allen Robinson, unhappy with his contract with the Chicago Bears, reportedly wants out of the Windy City. What sort of offers could he yield and what sort of contract is Robinson looking for? (7:55)

Taking a look back to Week 1's final games, Charles & Terez recap the Steelers' win over the Giants and the Titans' win over the Broncos on the Monday Night Football doubleheader. (14:55)

One of the biggest stories of the weekend was how the league and its players addressed the fight for social justice. From a video that used the likeness of Colin Kaepernick that Eric Reid called, "diabolical," to the apparent boos from Kansas City fans on Thursday night, Terez & Charles break down the messy rollout of this new campaign. (25:15)

In the second half of the show, the guys look ahead to preview the Week 2 matchups. A number of 0-1 teams play each other this week. Can teams like the Browns, Bengals, Buccaneers, Colts, Vikings, Falcons and Cowboys avoid the dreaded 0-2? Here's the thing: not all of them will. (39:25)

Our experts also break down a few other marquee Week 2 matchups including Rams/Eagles, Patriots/Seahawks, Saints/Raiders and more. (53:45)

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Week 1 Sunday Night Freestyle: Dallas catches an L on questionable penalty while Washington surprises Philly

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 05:34:32 +0000

You didn’t need to adjust your television. Yes, Tom Brady was wearing a throw-back early-aughts Bucs uniform and DeAndre Hopkins was shredding defenses in the NFC West. It may have looked a bit strange but it was real, in the flesh football.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson recap all 13 games from the Sunday slate including the questionable call that ended Cowboys/Rams, Washington’s surprising comeback against the Eagles, Detroit's unsurprising collapse and Joe Burrow’s premiere performance in Bengal orange and black. They also chat about the Chief’s impressive Thursday night win over the Texans aided by Clyde Edwards-Helaire who is everything we thought he would be.

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Week 1 Preview: Trubisky's first last shot, Clowney to the Titans and Von's season-long injury

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 9 Sep 2020 04:11:04 +0000

It’s finally here. The 2020 NFL season kicks off on Thursday night in Kansas City and there is plenty of news to discuss and games to preview.

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson open the podcast discussing the Chicago Bears’ decision to name Mitchell Trubisky their week-one starter over recent addition Nick Foles. How long is Trubisky’s leash? If he gets yanked for Foles, will we see him in Chicago ever again? (2:25)

Our experts also break down Jadeveon Clowney’s decision to sign with the Tennessee Titans over the weekend. Were the New Orleans Saints really in the mix for the former number one overall pick or was that just online bluster? (8:30)

In the second half of the show, Terez & Charles break down five marquee week one matchups including:

Houston at Kansas City (18:20)
Cleveland at Baltimore (26:05)
Green Bay at Minnesota (32:00)
Tampa Bay at New Orleans (39:30)
Dallas at the Los Angeles Rams (45:25)

Finally, the guys close out the show addressing the presumed season-ending injury to Von Miller (54:40) and recapping the season finale of Hard Knocks: Los Angeles. (58:20)

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2020 season preview, plus will the Saints go all-in on Clowney?

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 4 Sep 2020 03:36:07 +0000

In seven days, the 2020 NFL season kicks off in Kansas City as Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs face off against Deshaun Watson and the Texans. We can’t believe it either.

Charles Robinson & Terez Paylor devote the majority of the podcast to previewing the 2020 season. Who will win each division? Who will the three (yes, three) wild card teams be from each conference? Our experts weigh in on the AFC (4:15) followed by the NFC (28:40).

On Thursday night, reports surfaced that the New Orleans Saints could be interested in making a move for free agent defensive end Jadeveon Clowney. Terez & Charles talk about why going all-in on Clowney means the Saints are going all-in for a Super Bowl in 2020. (1:01:05)

As a special treat, the guys close out the show with an even more special guest. He defiantly stood up to a skeptical government board and spoke out against the cruelest of evils. Yes, Ander Christensen went viral this week imploring the city of Lincoln, Nebraska to call boneless wings what they really are: chicken tenders. Ander joins the pod to talk about his crazy week and his fight for proper chicken meat nomenclature. It’s the interview of the millennium. (1:04:15)

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Alvin Kamara's trade potential and Leonard Fournette landing spots

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 2 Sep 2020 04:12:13 +0000

With the NFL season less than 10 days away, there's been a flurry of transactions and stories as the league and country face the reality that, yes, indeed the NFL season is going to happen very soon. Buckle up and get your fantasy teams drafted -- it's going to be a wild season.

The headline on Tuesday was a tweet from Josina Anderson reporting that the New Orleans Saints may be open to trading their star running back Alvin Kamara. Could he really be on the move or is it more posturing between the two sides trying to negotiate a new contract for the elite combo back (2:10)

Additionally, the Jacksonville Jaguars parted ways with running back Leonard Fournette. Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson talk about where things went wrong between Fournette and the Jags and speculate on a number of possible landing spots for the former fourth overall pick. (11:30)

The Jaguars certainly had an active few days as they also dealt disgruntled DE Yannick Ngakoue to the Minnesota Vikings for a pair of future draft picks. What does this mean for the Jaguars' long-term future as well as the Minnesota Vikings in a very winnable NFC North? (32:00)

On the coronavirus front, the league briefly got down to one player on the Reserve/COVID list before another four players tested positive last week, including Fred Warner, the San Francisco 49ers' young standout linebacker. Charles & Terez talk about how the league is walking a very fine line in regards to the pandemic as training camps end and teams transition into regular season play. (40:35)

Finally, the guys close out the episode discussing the fourth episode of Hard Knocks, which focused heavily on the Rams and Chargers players and staff reacting to the shooting of Jacob Blake. (44:40)

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Thoughts on Kenosha, Wisconsin & the NBA walk-out

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 20:37:32 +0000

Terez Paylor & Charles Robinson lay down their thoughts on another difficult week in America after Jacob Blake, a Black man in Kenosha, Wisconsin was shot multiple times by police, followed by the ensuing murder of two protesters by an out-of-state member who appeared to have been aided by local police. On Wednesday, the Milwaukee Bucks did not take the court for their first-round playoff game against the Orlando Magic in protest of these events, and soon the rest of the NBA's remaining teams followed suit with the full slate of games on Wednesday and Thursday being postponed. A number of MLB games were also rescheduled and many NFL teams have cancelled their practices in the last 24 hours.

While discussing how this may affect the NFL in two weeks when the season kicks off in Kansas City, Terez shares a personal story about why these issues are so important and how a mundane occurrence that might seem trivial to most is potentially dangerous for Black men and women in America.

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Earl Thomas to Dallas isn't set in stone & NFL reacts to weekend of false positive tests

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 03:56:51 +0000

Terez Paylor and Charles Robinson kick off this episode recapping Tuesday night's episode of Hard Knocks that saw little new insight or action aside from a beautiful in-person view of SoFi Stadium, the new $5 billion dollar home to the Rams and Chargers.

Moving onto some very strange news in the continuation of the offseason's major storyline, the return to play amid a global pandemic -- a whopping 77 league-wide coronavirus tests were deemed to be false positives over the weekend. Though clubs and league executives can safely breathe a sigh of relief after this event, the guys explain why this situation is a good thing for overall league preparedness. (12:40)

Additionally over the weekend, the Baltimore Ravens released All-Pro safety Earl Thomas after an altercation with a teammate. Charles & Terez explain why many teams will be reluctant to sign the star defender and why the Dallas Cowboys, who had long been linked with S Jamal Adams over the offseason, shouldn't be perceived as the odds-on favorite to land Thomas. (19:45)

Staying in Dallas, owner Jerry Jones made comments on Tuesday outlining the team's "new" policy for how they would handle national anthem protests...except for the new policy isn't new at all. The guys explain why Jerry and other hardline owners against players kneeling for the anthem would be better suited just letting the players do what they want. (35:00)

Later, Terez & Charles talk about Roger Goodell's appearance on Emmanuel Acho's "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man," (41:30) before wrapping up the show with a little fantasy talk about the Indianapolis Colts and Pittsburgh Steelers. (48:15)

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Kraft's prostitution case gets updated, Chiefs ban Native American headwear & the possibility of bubble NFL playoffs

podcasts@yahoosports.com (Yahoo Sports) — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 01:35:12 +0000

We know 2020 has been a long year, but if you can think all the way back to the scandal of February 2019, you may remember Patriots owner Robert Kraft was charged with two counts of soliciting prostitution at a spa in Florida. Eighteen months later, a Florida appeals court has ruled the video evidence of Kraft and other suspects inadmissible under the fourth amendment. Terez Paylor and Charles Robinson provide an update on the salacious story and how Kraft's expensive legal team carved a massive legal win for other suspects in the case as well as a class action lawsuit on behalf of innocent spa-goers who were illegally surveilled.

Later, Charles & Terez talk about a league conference call in which the idea was floated (and not brushed off) of playing out the 2020 playoffs in a campus or location similar to the NBA's bubble. (13:50)

Washington QB Alex Smith turned eyes this week as he made his return to the practice field, two years after a gruesome leg injury in which many doubted if he'd ever play again. The guys talk about his heroic comeback and how he has won, even if he never plays an NFL snap again. (20:35)

In Kansas City, the Chiefs announced on Thursday they would no longer permit fans to wear Native American-style headdresses, face paint or similar iconography that appropriates Native American culture. One month after the Washington Football Team ditched their former nickname, is this change enough in Kansas City and how will the fans react? (29:30)

Finally, Charles & Terez open the mailbag and discuss the NFL stadiums with the best food. (39:25)

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