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Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler

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

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

Marc Sessler, Conor Orr & Justin Graver are LIVE to catch up on the latest NFL news from around the league, plus share our list of players we refuse to give up on heading into the 2026 NFL season.

0:00 Opening Questions

6:54 Holiday Touchdown: A Be... more

Marc Sessler, Conor Orr & Justin Graver are LIVE to catch up on the NFL's summer news storm with Jeffery Simmons' record-setting extension, the latest on Brandon Aiyuk's feud with the 49ers, and MORE! Plus our reactions to the USMNT's World Cup perfo... more

Marc Sessler, Conor Orr & Justin Graver are LIVE to talk about football as we prepare for the long summer break ahead. We start by reviewing Conor's piece for SI, 100 Bold Predictions for the 2026 NFL season before answering some chat Q&A questions. more

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Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler are joined by Conor Orr to catch up on the latest NFL news coming out of OTAs and mandatory minicamps around the league, as well as react to the New York Knicks winning the NBA championship and Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby f... more

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Recent Guests

Pat Dardy
Roto Pat, NBC Sports fantasy/analytics contributor
NBC Sports
Episode: Baker Mayfield Bucs Drama + Bears Stadium Madness (with RotoPat)
Erica Tamposi
Sports media personality and stand-up comedian
Episode: WONK ALERT! 2026 NFL Schedule Reaction & Standup Comedy
Rich Eisen
Host of The Rich Eisen Show, NFL Network/ESPN
Rich Eisen Show / NFL Network / ESPN
Episode: NFL Unsolved Mysteries with Rich Eisen
Art Stapleton
Beat reporter for the New York Giants, Bergen Record; NFL columnist
The Bergen Record
Episode: How Will Giants Use Two Top-Ten Picks?
Zak Keefer
Writer for The Athletic, Raiders deep-dive author
The Athletic
Episode: Flashpoint Focus: Hope for Raiders Entering New Era
Henry Hodgson
Vice President of International for the NFL
NFL
Episode: Flashpoint Focus: Hope for Raiders Entering New Era
JB Long
Play-by-play broadcaster for the Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams; Rams broadcaster
Episode: NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC South + NFC West
Dave Hellman
NFL analyst, appeared to discuss NFC East on this episode
Episode: Our 2026 Draft Crushes + NFL Voicemails
Dave Helman
Sports journalist focused on the NFC East, co-hosting duties in this draft session
Athletic Football Show, Building the Beast with Dane Bruegler
Episode: NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC East + NFC North

Hosts

Dan Hanzus
Host with extensive NFL media presence and strong narrative style.
Marc Sessler
Co-host known for banter and deep NFL knowledge, core driving voice.

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 States14 days 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 States15 days 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 Kingdoma month ago
  • Best NFL podcast in the business

    Great pod by Dan, Graver, all the guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5lickv1c
    Denmarka month ago
  • Wayyyyyy too much New York talk

    Otherwise wonderful

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    oggtrogg91
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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The show is seen as engaging and relatable, with a sense of friendship among hosts and guests.
Fans appreciate long-running chemistry and banter among the hosts and guests.
Some reviews note political commentary at times and mixed pacing, suggesting shorter episodes may suit some listeners.
Listeners praise the show's humor and football insight, calling it entertaining and informative.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#15
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#76
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#237
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#7
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#30
United Kingdom/Sports

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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.
NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC South + NFC West
Q: What are the Panthers' draft priorities at pick 19?
Josh Norris outlines potential targets like Kenyon Siddiq and Casey Concepcion to add weapons and aid Bryce Young, while noting offensive line and defensive depth as secondary needs.
Our 2026 Draft Crushes + NFL Voicemails
Q: How competitive was it growing up with Jeremiah?
Vic Casper answers by describing a highly competitive dynamic between the brothers, highlighting shared experiences, influence on each other's football development, and the lifelong impact of having an NFL-playing sibling as a motivator.
Emergency Pod: Mike Tomlin OUT as Steelers Head Coach
Q: How do you feel about Mike Tomlin stepping down?
It's a significant and emotional day for Steelers fans, reflecting on the end of a long and mostly successful coaching era.

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High-energy NFL analysis mixed with banter and guest insights. The show blends bite-sized roundups, draft chatter, and schedule/season projections with a strong emphasis on personalities, media crossovers, and ongoing league narratives. Episodes often feature rotating guests and entertaining segments that mix sports analysis with pop culture nods, creating a personable, insider-focused vibe. Noteworthy is the duo's long-running franchise history, evident banter, and willingness to tackle both football specifics and broader media/cultural angles, which can be appealing to listeners who enjoy informed takes served with humor and camaraderie.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Pat Dardy
2. Erica Tamposi
3. Rich Eisen
4. Art Stapleton
5. Zak Keefer
6. Henry Hodgson
7. JB Long
8. Dave Hellman

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