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by The Athletic · English

The Athletic’s flagship NFL podcast covers the league like only The Athletic can. Host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman dive into the biggest stories, break down the Xs and Os, and tackle the ins and outs of roster building. They meticulously follow the details of why we all love this sport and have plenty of fun along the way, bringing the expertise necessary to cover the NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Week 8 Hangover: Ravens and Texans grind out critical wins; Bucs take firm control of the NFC South

In this episode, Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen analyze key matchups from Week 8 of the NFL season, including the performances of the Ravens, Texans, Buccaneers, and Saints.

28 Oct 2025 · 1h 5m

Week 8 Recap: Broncos, Eagles, Dolphins get biggest wins of sleepy day

The episode titled "Week 8 Recap: Broncos, Eagles, Dolphins get biggest wins of sleepy day" provides an in-depth analysis of the NFL's Week 8 games.

27 Oct 2025 · 1h 27m

Week 8 preview: Can the Cowboys or Broncos prove they're the real deal?

In this episode, host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman preview Week 8 of the NFL, focusing on matchups such as Cowboys vs. Broncos, Packers vs. Steelers, and Browns vs.

24 Oct 2025 · 1h 29m

The kickers strike back

The episode focuses on "The Year of the Kicker" in the NFL, discussing the increased significance of kickers due to recent rule changes.

23 Oct 2025 · 49m

Building the Beast: The 2026 WR draft class is taking shape

Building the Beast: The 2026 WR draft class is taking shape

22 Oct 2025 · 57m

Week 7 Hangover: Celebrating the 49ers defense, the Chiefs offense, and Drake Maye's rise

In this episode of The Athletic Football Show, host Robert Mays and co-host Derrik Klassen analyze three critical games from Week 7 of the NFL season, focusing on the 49ers' defense, the Chiefs'…

21 Oct 2025 · 59m

Week 7 recap: The Colts and Rams lead the way with big wins in impressive fashion

In this episode of The Athletic Football Show, host Robert Mays and co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman recap the essential moments from Week 7 of the NFL season.

20 Oct 2025 · 1h 30m

Week 7 preview: Buccaneers-Lions, a Game of the Week faceoff, a deep dive on the Falcons defense, and more

Week 7 Preview: Buccaneers-Lions, a Game of the Week Faceoff, a Deep Dive on the Falcons Defense, and More

17 Oct 2025 · 1h 28m

Team tiers from Super Bowl or Bust to Mock Draft Enthusiasts

In this episode, host Robert Mays and co-host Dave Helman evaluate the standings of all 32 NFL teams after a third of the regular season.

16 Oct 2025 · 1h 14m

Building the Beast: The NFL Draft prospects to know from Indiana, Texas A&M, and this season's CFB surprise teams

The NFL Draft prospects to know from Indiana, Texas A&M, and this season's CFB surprise teams

15 Oct 2025 · 1h 3m

Week 6 Hangover: Brian Callahan fired, Packers and Rams post unimpressive wins, and sad voicemails from Eagles and 49ers fans

In this episode of The Athletic Football Show, host Robert Mays and co-host Derrik Klassen explore key developments from Week 6 of the NFL season.

14 Oct 2025 · 57m

Week 6 recap: Statement wins for the Chiefs, Buccaneers and Seahawks

In this episode, hosts Robert Mays, Derrik Klassen, and Dave Helman reflect on the NFL's Week 6 action, highlighting statement wins by key teams including the Chiefs, Buccaneers, and Seahawks.

13 Oct 2025 · 1h 17m

Week 6 preview: Lions-Chiefs and 49ers-Buccaneers at the top of a loaded slate

In this episode, host Robert Mays is joined by co-hosts Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman to preview Week 6 of the NFL, focusing on the prominent matchups, including Lions vs. Chiefs and 49ers vs.

10 Oct 2025 · 1h 21m

The rise of Puka Nacua, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, with Matt Harmon

Matt Harmon (Yahoo Sports, Reception Perception)

9 Oct 2025 · 1h

Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's midseason top-three at every position

Dane Brugler's midseason top-three at every position

8 Oct 2025 · 1h 5m

Week 5 Hangover: The Patriots break through, the Lions cruise past the Bengals, and the Saints get their first win

In this episode of The Athletic Football Show, host Robert Mays and co-host Derrik Klassen discuss the significant events from Week 5 of the NFL season, including the New England Patriots' upset over…

7 Oct 2025 · 1h 7m

Week 5 recap: The Buccaneers and Seahawks put on a show, the Broncos take down the Eagles, and the Ravens hunt for the panic button

Week 5 Recap: The Buccaneers and Seahawks put on a show, the Broncos take down the Eagles, and the Ravens hunt for the panic button

6 Oct 2025 · 1h 27m

Week 5 preview: Two surprisingly fun matchups take center stage

The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

3 Oct 2025 · 1h 27m

Early returns on five new offenses across the NFL

In this episode, host Robert Mays is joined by Ollie Connolly from The Read Optional.

2 Oct 2025 · 1h 17m

Dante Moore's NFL Draft stock up, Drew Allar's down after Oregon-Penn State tilt

In this episode, host Dave Helman and co-host Dane Brugler analyze the implications of key college football matchups on NFL Draft prospects.

1 Oct 2025 · 1h 19m

Week 4 Hangover: The Texans get their first win, the Lions survive the Browns defense, and the Bills stay undefeated

The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

30 Sep 2025 · 57m

Week 4 recap: Huge wins for Chiefs and Rams + Packers-Cowboys craziness highlight a loaded Sunday

Week 4 Recap: Huge Wins for Chiefs and Rams + Packers-Cowboys Craziness Highlight a Loaded Sunday

29 Sep 2025 · 1h 40m

Week 4 preview: Eagles-Buccaneers, Colts-Rams, and a Game of the Week that wasn't

Week 4 preview on The Athletic Football Show, focusing on Eagles-Buccaneers and Colts-Rams, plus a “bizarro” Chiefs-Ravens game-of-the-week that neither team looks like a Super Bowl contender yet.

26 Sep 2025 · 1h 21m · 26 chapters

Why are these four offenses stuck in the mud?

The Athletic Football Show diagnoses four NFL offenses that feel “stuck in the mud” through the first three weeks of the 2025 season: Houston Texans, Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, and Atlanta…

25 Sep 2025 · 1h · 21 chapters