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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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The answers to seven of our most pressing preseason questions
The Athletic Football Show revisits seven preseason NFL questions with Fran Duffy (PHLY/All-City Network), focusing on early-season answers through about six games.
22 Oct 2026 · 1h 15m · 20 chapters
Are Colin Simmons and Charlie Becker locks for the first round?
Building the Beast (Athletic Football Show) discusses the 2027 quarterback class, starting with a deep critique of Arch Manning’s Texas struggles after a loss to Florida, then broadens to other…
21 Oct 2026 · 1h 2m · 20 chaptersWeek 6 Hangover: Colts era over, Eagles era paused, Giants era...McCarthy?
Week 6 NFL fallout and two Sunday recaps. Main news: Colts GM Chris Ballard fired after 0-6 start; Eagles QB Jalen Hurts likely out for the season with worsening blood clots.
20 Oct 2026 · 1h 4m · 21 chapters49ers stay perfect despite late scare in 23-17 win over Commanders
The Athletic Football Show episode recaps the 49ers’ 23-17 win over the Washington Commanders, focusing on a dominant first half, a late-game scare, and Washington’s end-of-game mismanagement.
20 Oct 2026 · 34m · 8 chaptersWeek 6 recap: Rams down bad, Texans & Jaguars put on a show, Caleb Williams returns with a bang
Week 6 NFL recap and debate show. Main focus is Packers-Cowboys (Green Bay’s win despite a “regrettable” game), plus Rams’ collapse vs the Cardinals, a “what the F*” discussion about the NFL “table”…
19 Oct 2026 · 1h 50m · 37 chaptersWeek 6 Preview: Six for 6
Week 6 preview of six NFL games, focusing on key matchups and storylines rather than one “game of the week.” Main threads include: Texans’ Marvin Harrison Jr.
16 Oct 2026 · 1h 26m · 27 chaptersBroncos, in spite of their offense, beat Seahawks 17-14 on TNF
The Athletic Football Show episode recaps the Broncos’ 17-14 TNF win over the Seahawks.
16 Oct 2026 · 34m · 11 chaptersPeter King on serendipity, change, and a life spent covering the NFL
Peter King’s new book The Game, reflecting on 40 years covering the NFL and how the league, its offenses, and sports journalism have changed.
15 Oct 2026 · 49m · 11 chapters
Building the Beast: How Chris Cole & Drew Mestemaker are reaffirming their draft stock
Midseason NFL draft prospect evaluation focused on Georgia’s win at Alabama and quarterback prospects, especially Drew Mestemaker, plus brief discussion of other top QB and WR storylines.
14 Oct 2026 · 1h 1m · 20 chaptersWeek 5 Hangover: C.J. Stroud is "f***ing awesome"
The Athletic Football Show “Week 5 Hangover” breaks down Sunday’s Ravens-Falcons, Bengals-Dolphins, and Texans-Titans games, focusing on what each team’s performance says about coaching, quarterback…
13 Oct 2026 · 1h 11m · 24 chaptersBills stun special teams-plagued Rams in 37-34 OT win
The Athletic Football Show breaks down the Monday night Bills vs. Rams game, focusing on how the Rams’ special teams errors (including a blocked overtime field goal) and situational decision-making…
13 Oct 2026 · 32m · 14 chaptersWeek 5 Recap: 49ers & Vikings stay undefeated, Drake Maye goes off, WTF Bears?!
Week 5 NFL recap and analysis, focusing on undefeated teams and standout performances.
12 Oct 2026 · 1h 47m · 33 chaptersWeek 5 Preview: The first 49ers-Seahawks tilt of the season highlights the slate
Week 5 preview of key NFL matchups, centered on 49ers at Seahawks and Bills at Rams, plus newsy notes on Sean Payton resuming play-calling, Lane Johnson retiring, Eagles outlook, and Broncos…
9 Oct 2026 · 1h 23m · 28 chaptersBuccaneers shock Cowboys in Dallas, 24-16
Thursday Night Football recap and analysis of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 24-16 upset over the Dallas Cowboys in Dallas, focusing on Dallas’s defensive collapse and key game-changing mistakes (Jake…
9 Oct 2026 · 32m · 10 chaptersThe most surprising developments in the season's first month
The Athletic Football Show discusses the NFL’s first month (about four weeks) and the most surprising/striking developments, emphasizing that early-season results may be chaotic and not “lasting,” so…
8 Oct 2026 · 1h 20m · 24 chapters
Building the Beast: Austin Simmons and C.J. Carr get their turn in the QB Corner
Building the Beast discusses 2027 NFL draft quarterback evaluations, then shifts to edge-rusher prospects, including a character/availability update on South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart, plus several…
7 Oct 2026 · 1h 1m · 19 chaptersWeek 4 Hangover: Bryce Young's big night, the Chargers season gets worse, and the Giants move into first place
Week 4 “Hangover” breaks down three Sunday games: Panthers-Lions (Bryce Young’s breakout), Chargers-Seahawks (L.A.’s offense collapses), and Cardinals-Giants (Giants take first place).
6 Oct 2026 · 56m · 21 chaptersFalcons stomp Saints behind dominant run game, 45-24
The Athletic Football Show episode breaks down Falcons 45-24 Monday Night Football win over the Saints, arguing the game was decided by Atlanta’s dominant run game and run defense.
6 Oct 2026 · 29m · 12 chaptersWeek 4 Recap: Chiefs and 49ers Remain unbeated, Jaguars win ugly, CeeDee Lamb goes off
Week 4 NFL recap focused on multiple games, especially the Chiefs-Raiders finish, Cowboys-Texans CeeDee Lamb’s breakout, Jaguars’ “win ugly” defensive approach, plus previews of Panthers-Lions and…
5 Oct 2026 · 1h 42m · 28 chaptersWeek 4 Preview: The Raiders are in our Game of the Week!
Week 4 preview of the NFL, centered on Raiders vs Chiefs (“Game of the Week”) and a matchup focus on 49ers vs Broncos (Niners offense vs Broncos defense). Also briefly tees up Jaguars vs Bengals.
2 Oct 2026 · 1h 28m · 24 chaptersBrowns move to 3-1 with 27-24 win over Steelers
The episode recaps the Cleveland Browns’ 27-24 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, a “strange” game where Cleveland led early, then fumbled and let Pittsburgh tie it before winning on a late field goal.
2 Oct 2026 · 28m · 11 chaptersWhat Trevor Lawrence's rise can teach us about NFL quarterbacks
How Trevor Lawrence’s recent resurgence illustrates broader truths about NFL quarterback evaluation: teams and offenses change, quarterbacks are highly sensitive to surroundings, and fans/analysts…
1 Oct 2026 · 1h · 17 chaptersWeek 3 Hangover: Brian Flores is a menace, Mason Graham comes alive, and the Giants win ugly
“Week 3 Hangover” recap of three ugly NFL games: Buccaneers-Vikings, Browns-Panthers, and Giants-Titans.
29 Sep 2026 · 54m · 11 chaptersBears, Case Keenum cruise past Eagles in 27-7 victory
The Athletic Football Show discusses the Chicago Bears’ 27-7 primetime win over the Philadelphia Eagles, emphasizing how the Bears succeeded despite starting third-string QB Case Keenum.
29 Sep 2026 · 33m · 15 chapters