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Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler
NFL
Fantasy Football
NFL 2024 Season
Caleb Williams
Football
NFC
Underdog
Heed the Call
Underdog Fantasy
Philadelphia Eagles
Green Bay Packers
Preseason
Cleveland Browns
New Orleans Saints
San Francisco 49ers
Dallas Cowboys
Kansas City Chiefs
Kirk Cousins
Conor Orr
Cut Down Day

Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler helped pioneer the pro football podcasting landscape with their groundbreaking and globally beloved Around The NFL Podcast. Now free of the “shadowy league figures,” the heroes are fully unleashed on the award-winning Heed The Call podcast, your home for unique coverage of every league storyline with familiar friends, authentic analysis – and yes – just a touch of mirth... more

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Latest Episodes

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are back to recap the final game of Week 11 with the Monday night matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Las Vegas Raiders! Then, we cover some news and finally, we unveil the Official Power Rankings of Record for Week 12!

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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap ALL the NFL Week 11 games from the best Sunday of the year thus far! We start with the Sunday night matchup between the Lions and Eagles before hitting our Theme for Week 11. Then we roll thr... more

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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to preview ALL the games on the 2025 NFL Week 11 slate! We start this week with the Sunday night game, a matchup of two top-5 power ranked teams in the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles. Next, we ... more

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It's the weekly installment of the End Around! This week, Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by The Athletic's James Palmer to run through some news before checking in on the Hot Butt Rankings 2025 Week 11 Update. Is Tom Brady actually human? Doe... more

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Recent Guests

Jimmy Palmer
Co-host of Scoop City by The Athletic and NFL Insider for Bleacher Report
The Athletic, Bleacher Report
Episode: Hot Butts Week 11 Check-In: Head Coaches on the Hot Seat
Joe Caporoso
Founder of Badlands
Badlands
Episode: Trade Deadline LIVE: Jets Load Up, Colts & Cowboys Swing Big, and MORE!
Sheil Kapadia
Host of The Ringer NFL Show and the Philly Special
The Ringer
Episode: Week 7 PANIC INDEX + TNF Preview
Colleen Wolfe
A recurring guest and NFL enthusiast known for her insights on the league and her connection with the hosts.
Episode: The Ball Knower + Joe Flacco Traded & TNF Preview
Brian Baldinger
Audacy NFL insider
The Best Football Show Podcast
Episode: NFL 2025 Week 5 Preview + TNF Recap
Patrick Dougherty
A football analyst for NBC Sports
NBC Sports
Episode: The Rise of the Seahawks, Salty Takes for 2025 + TNF Preview!
Christopher Walken
Lifelong Giants fan and host of the podcast Walken with Giants
Walken with Giants
Episode: Jaxson Dart QB1, Tom Brady's Response + TNF Preview!
Andrew Siciliano
Voice of the Cleveland Browns and host of Inside Coverage
Yahoo Sports
Episode: Micah Parsons TRADED: Around the NFC In Exactly 48 Minutes
Matthew Berry
Leading voice in the fantasy sports world, writer, and television personality.
NBC Sports
Episode: 2nd Annual Fantasy Extravaganza!!!

Hosts

Dan Hanzus
Co-host known for his engaging analysis and humorous take on the NFL, previously involved in pioneering football podcasting.
Marc Sessler
Co-host who brings a unique blend of analysis and humor to the show, engaging listeners with insightful comments and entertaining stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 15k ratings
  • Heed the Call

    Best NFL podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Macgolden13
    United States8 days ago
  • The pinnacle

    Now the most entertaining NFL podcast. The chemistry between Dan, Marc, and Conor is perfect. Don’t change a thing. You’ve reached the pinnacle of the art.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DApple50000
    United States8 days ago
  • Heeding that call

    Hey guys! Have been on board since the early ATN days. You guys are absolute legends and I appreciate all that you do. Always a part of my week. Conor is the MVP, love the analysis and humour that he brings. Please don't ever have Jourdan on as I can't stand having to skip a podcast. Much love from Australia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Waredarick
    Australia12 days ago
  • Good football podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    vrkunza
    16 days ago
  • The best

    A must listen. The best pod on the game with just a touch of mirth with a C.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gamernerd7124
    United States18 days ago

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Some criticisms mention a perceived shift away from pure football talk, suggesting a more casual or comedic style may not suit everyone's expectations.
Listeners express that the podcast uniquely balances football analysis and humor, creating an engaging listening experience.
The dynamic chemistry between hosts is frequently praised, enhancing the show's appeal.
Reviews note the podcast's enjoyable approach to covering serious topics with levity, making it perfect for both dedicated fans and casual listeners.

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The Rise of the Seahawks, Salty Takes for 2025 + TNF Preview!
Q: What has made you happy and given you a sense of joy and purpose so far this season?
The rise of the Seahawks in a world full of big average.
Jaxson Dart QB1, Tom Brady's Response + TNF Preview!
Q: Conor, what is your reaction to the quarterback change?
Conor expresses excitement about the benching of Russell Wilson, attributing it to Giants fans' frustration and expectations.
HTC Mailbag: Who is the Dalton Line of NFL Head Coaches?
Q: What factors contribute to overall team health and reduced injury risks? Which teams do the best in this area?
The teams with the lowest injury rates prioritize player overall health and leverage data for individualized training plans.
NFL Training Camp: Justin Fields Hurt, Tua on Tyreek & the Travis Hunter Plan in Duval
Q: Did you go into there looking kind of to be reassured that your take that Russ has something to give to this league will be validated in some way?
My mindset was so Russ and I are both 37. I started covering the NFL during his rookie season.
Steelers-Dolphins Blockbuster Trade + HTC Hotline!
Q: If you could enact a rule change for the upcoming year, what would it be?
One proposed change is to impose penalties for quarterbacks who bait defenders to hit them when going out of bounds, suggesting a controversial policy adjustment.

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This podcast features engaging discussions revolving around the NFL, offering a unique blend of humor and insightful analysis on current league dynamics. With hosts well-regarded for their captivating commentary on various teams and players, topics often explored span from game previews and recaps to in-depth power rankings and detailed dissection of player performances. Fans can expect a casual yet passionate approach, creating an atmosphere that feels like a conversation among friends, making it both informative and entertaining. The show's format allows for integration of humorous anecdotes alongside serious football analysis, distinguishing it in the realm of sports podcasts.

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this podcast launched a year ago and published 224 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Jimmy Palmer
2. Joe Caporoso
3. Sheil Kapadia
4. Colleen Wolfe
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6. Patrick Dougherty
7. Christopher Walken
8. Andrew Siciliano

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