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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 York Jets
New Orleans Saints
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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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are back to recap the final game of Week 8 with the Monday night matchup between the Washington Commanders and Kansas City Chiefs! After that, we run through some news, mostly injury related. Finally, we unveil the Official ... more

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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to recap ALL the Sunday NFL Week 8 games! We start with Sunday night football, run through some of the day's biggest games, hit the AFC East matchups, and then roll through the rest. We close the show... more

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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to preview ALL the games on the 2025 NFL Week 8 slate! But first, we recap the first game of the week between the Minnesota Vikings and Los Angeles Chargers. After the break, we get to the Week 8 prev... more

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It's the weekly installment of the End Around! Dan Hanzus and Marc Sessler are joined by Arif Hasan of Wide Left to run through a few news items from around the league. Then, it's time for our Trade Deadline Primer AKA F.A.T. AKA Fun-Ass Trades we'd ... more

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Recent Guests

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
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!
Pete Sweeney
Beat writer for the Kansas City Chiefs
KC Star
Episode: THE END AROUND: Tush Push Exhaustion, Flag Football in the Middle East (!?) + TNF Preview!
Brian Baldinger
NFL insider and host of the Best Football Show Podcast
Audacy
Episode: NFL 2025 Week 2 Preview + TNF Recap
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
Conor Orr
NFL analyst and writer
NFL
Episode: HTC Mailbag: Who is the Dalton Line of NFL Head Coaches?
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 14.8k ratings
  • Perfect Blend of Analysis & Humour!

    In a world of talking heads this podcast provides the perfect blend of analysis & humour. I was gutted when ATN disappeared but seeing what the guys have created with HTC is a joy; Football analysis rooted in emotion and soul and friendship. Recommend to anyone… (especially fellow UK football fans!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ross Bevan 88
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Around the call

    Dan brings all the charisma and flare of the old show along with the favorites Connor and even Gravy with him. They rely on his expertise and wittiness to make every show complete and amazing. Add the great guest, recurring bits and Marc is there too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vector432
    United States23 days ago
  • Heeding the Call!!!

    HTC just keeps getting better and better. The last Week 5 Preview podcast was one of there best episodes ever!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gabe.2019
    United States25 days ago
  • The Boys!

    Dan, SessDawg, Gravy, and Conor were honestly the best part of the ATN era and finally have been set free in the best possible way. Y’all have been a part of my life 6+ years and make an overly serious NFL fun and light. Looking forward to Conor’s Hallmark Holiday reviews, always a highlight for me!

    And screw you NFL-media for taking Patrick, Jordan, Colleen, Shooky, and so many others away from us and forcing them upon 60% g…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Herk Dude
    United States25 days ago
  • Unsubscribing after bit fatigue

    The magic of ATN was in its mix of mirth & hardcore analysis. HTC leans way too much into the mirth, because that’s Hanzus’ strength. The drops are repetitive & even troll-ish. Justin & Conor are great in small bits but lean too much on humor & bits as full time contributors. Marc seems to just not have much to say & feels replaceable in the position he’s in. The chemistry & contradictions between Marc, Dan, Gregg, & Wes were what made ATN the greatest sports podcast ever but HTC lacks that. For... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    War Eagle Beagle
    United Statesa month ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Sheil Kapadia
2. Colleen Wolfe
3. Patrick Dougherty
4. Christopher Walken
5. Pete Sweeney
6. Brian Baldinger
7. Andrew Siciliano
8. Conor Orr

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