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Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler
NFL
Kansas City Chiefs
Buffalo Bills
Dallas Cowboys
San Francisco 49ers
New York Jets
New England Patriots
Cleveland Browns
Chicago Bears
Seattle Seahawks
Cincinnati Bengals
Denver Broncos
Baltimore Ravens
New York Giants
Philadelphia Eagles
Los Angeles Rams
Miami Dolphins
Pittsburgh Steelers
Green Bay Packers
Aaron Rodgers

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

The OFFICIAL NFL Power Rankings of Record are back for Week 2! Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler, Conor Orr and Gravey rank every team in the league following Week 1’s results. But first, we recap the Monday Night Football matchup between the Denver Broncos a... more

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler & Conor Orr are back for the flagship show to recap ALL the Sunday NFL Week 1 games! We start with a potential AFC Championship preview between the Buffalo Bills and Houston Texans and move through the full Sunday slate one b... more

Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler & Conor Orr are LIVE to recap the NFL game that was played on Thursday night in Melbourne, Australia, between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams.

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Dan Hanzus, Marc Sessler and Conor Orr return to the preview show draft to preview ALL the games on the 2026 NFL Week 1 slate beyond the Wednesday and Thursday games! The heroes draft three teams each to cover for the flagship recap show on Sunday ni... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Schatz
Chief Analytics Officer at FTN Fantasy, FTN Almanac author
FTN Fantasy/FTN Almanac
Episode: NFL Teams You Are All Wrong About
Noel Gallagher
Guitarist, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds (music guest joke in intro)
Guest appearance in intro
Episode: What We Learned at NFL Summer Camp
Liam Heckelan
From the booth (appearing with Noel Gallagher in opening joke)
Guest appearance in intro
Episode: What We Learned at NFL Summer Camp
Andy Holloway
Co‑founder of the Fantasy Footballers
Fantasy Footballers
Episode: 3rd Annual Fantasy Extravaganza!!!
Jason Moore
Co‑founder of the Fantasy Footballers
Fantasy Footballers
Episode: 3rd Annual Fantasy Extravaganza!!!
Mike Wright
Co‑founder of the Fantasy Footballers
Fantasy Footballers
Episode: 3rd Annual Fantasy Extravaganza!!!
Pat Doherty
Pat Doherty, known as RotoPat
NBC Sports
Episode: 3rd Annual Fantasy Extravaganza!!!
Tyler Dunne
Founder of Go Long, long-form NFL journalist
Go Long
Episode: Joe Brady Is Here To Save The Buffalo Bills (Maybe)
John Harbaugh
Head football coach (guest appearance humor)
NFL / coaching
Episode: Surging Lions Offense, Rookie Stand-Outs & MORE Training Camp Whissspersss

Hosts

Dan Hanzus
Host of Heed the Call NFL Podcast (longtime NFL media figure)
Marc Sessler
Co-host with a long-running role on NFL podcasting and media collaborations
Justin Graver
On The Ones and Twos, co-host/producer role

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 15.4k ratings
  • Basketball

    This is my favorite NY Knicks podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    No toffee no workee
    United States3 months ago
  • Good but political & anti steelers

    They generally have good nfl content but are very anti steelers, are very short with anything steelers, and they are also very anti republican.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Wait for the next version
    United States3 months ago
  • Talking about other sports

    Please keep doing what you’re doing with talking about other sports. When I saw the Knicks won I immediately thought of Dan and looked forward to hearing about it on the pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJJago
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Best NFL podcast in the business

    Great pod by Dan, Graver, all the guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5lickv1c
    Denmark4 months ago
  • Wayyyyyy too much New York talk

    Otherwise wonderful

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    oggtrogg91
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise the chemistry and humor between hosts.
Fans appreciate long-running familiarity and guest depth.
Shows range from serious NFL analysis to entertaining banter.
Some criticisms note overemphasis on politics or crowdwork at times.

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A Thinking Man's Guide to NFL Preseason (Part II)
Q: I do want to ask you though one question though about while we're on the subject of the Browns, because this is as an insider, I need to get your thoughts on this.
Palmer shares nuanced takes on ownership decisions, the optics of QB1 choices, and the tension between high salary, draft capital, and locker room buy-in, suggesting the situation is more about organizational culture and leadership than a single player's performance.
Sorsby Denied, Jeffery Simmons' Payday & What's Up with Aiyuk?
Q: How does Jeffery Simmons' extension compare to other top contracts?
Simmons' three-year extension pushes his annual average to around $35 million, placing him among the top paid defensive tackles and signaling the Titans' willingness to commit to a high-cost interior defender.
I Still Believe! NFL Players We’re Not Giving Up On For 2026
Q: What are your expectations for CJ Stroud in the upcoming season?
A cautious but hopeful outlook, citing improved line play, better surrounding talent, and continuity with play callers as key factors that could lift his production, while acknowledging a bumpy finish without overreacting to early mistakes.
Baker Mayfield Bucs Drama + Bears Stadium Madness (with RotoPat)
Q: What is the situation with Baker Mayfield's contract talks with the Buccaneers?
Mayfield wants long-term security and has publicly signaled his willingness to let the process unfold while acknowledging Tampa Bay's leverage, suggesting a shoot-for-long-term extension but not rushing the deal before training camp.
NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC South + NFC West
Q: How might the Rams approach their 13th overall pick?
JB Long and Dan Hanzus suggest the possibility of trading back to accumulate more picks or selecting a top offensive/defensive playmaker to fit Shanahan-style offensive schemes, depending on board dynamics.

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This show delivers energetic NFL analysis with a blend of insider insight, humor, and playful banter. Episodes center on training camps, quarterback dynamics, roster moves, and media coverage, often framing national storylines through data-driven takes, pop-culture riffing, and behind-the-scenes industry commentary. Notable is the rotating cast of contributors who bring team-specific perspectives, the frequent guest spots (including notable NFL voices and reporters), and a tone that mixes sharp analysis with entertainment. This combination likely appeals to football fans who want structure and stats alongside frank, conversational storytelling and personality-driven discussion.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Aaron Schatz
2. Noel Gallagher
3. Liam Heckelan
4. Andy Holloway
5. Jason Moore
6. Mike Wright
7. Pat Doherty
8. Tyler Dunne

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