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The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

The Athletic
NFL Draft
Michael Penix
Washington Huskies
Blake Corum
Texas Longhorns
Michigan Wolverines
NFL Playoffs
College Football Playoff
NCAA Football
Cleveland Browns
Joe Flacco
Sugar Bowl
Rose Bowl
Lamar Jackson
Buffalo Bills
Baltimore Ravens
Dallas Cowboys
NFL Ownership
Jordan Love
Geno Smith

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 N... more

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It’s a ton of fun anytime you get a game with first place on the line this late in the season. This week, we have three such games. And one of them is Bears-Packers. So yeah, Week 14 just might be the best week of the season. Robert Mays, Dave Helman... more

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Chiefs, Ravens, Eagles and Lions; Chiefs, Ravens, Eagles and Lions. Look back over the last half-decade of the NFL, and you'll see those four teams at the top of the league, year in and year out. They're all such constants, in fact, that it seems we ... more

It's December. The college football regular season is over. It's Mock Draft Season. Dane Brugler's end-of-season mock draft is now live at The Athletic, and he and Dave Helman dig into it on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.

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It doesn't always have to be pretty, especially when you're stacking wins. The Broncos and Buccaneers can tell themselves that after picking up victories over the Commanders and Cardinals, respectively, in Week 13. Robert Mays and Derrik Klassen dig ... more

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Recent Guests

Mitch Schwartz
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman
Episode: What happened to the NFL's elite?
Diana Rossini
NFL Insider and Reporter
ESPN
Episode: Trade Deadline Madness! Sauce Gardner to the Colts, Quinnen Williams to the Cowboys, and more
Bobby Peters
Runs the Substack Alert the Post and publishes yearly manuals on the best NFL offenses.
Alert the Post
Episode: Lessons learned from the league's best offenses
Pablo Torre
Host of Pablo Torre Finds Out and sports journalist
ESPN
Episode: Inside the fallout surrounding the NFLPA's collusion grievance, with Pablo Torre
Dave Helman
Episode: The teams we can't quite figure out approaching the 2025 season
Mike Renner
Draft expert from CBS
CBS
Episode: On the Clock, picks 26-32: The top-tier Super Bowl contenders make their moves
Fran Duffy
Analyst from PHLY
PHLY
Episode: Abdul Carter, Mason Graham, and a loaded defensive line draft class
Dane Brugler
Draft expert at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: The most polarizing players in the 2025 NFL Draft
Danny Kelly
NFL Draft expert from The Ringer
The Ringer
Episode: On the Clock, picks 7-12: The Panthers and 49ers swing our first trade!

Hosts

Dave Helman
Host and co-host known for detailed sports analysis and insights on NFL topics.
Derrik Klassen
Co-host focusing on strategies, player evaluations, and NFL analyses.
Robert Mays
Host recognized for his engaging commentary and expertise in NFL discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 7.2k ratings
  • Best NFL Podcast

    There is no better NFL pod than TAFS! As a self described “NFL nerd,” I love the depth and breadth of this show. They avoid the “hot takes” and offer an objective analysis for all 32 NFL teams. Moreover, Robert Mays is the absolute best; he carries the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew Cosentino
    United Statesa month ago
  • NFL podcast

    LOVE this podcast. Not the usual analysis with zero supporting insight (Robert and team actually watch the games as well as the all 22).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmike12856
    United States2 months ago
  • Meh

    Boring and monotonous listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LarryLido
    United States2 months ago
  • Good but…

    …the timestamps for the show are always wrong. It’s a 4 star show with 3 star production, wish I could give it 3.5. Fix the timestamps guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TBGEMH
    United States2 months ago
  • Another review

    Robert Mays is the man and has been since Grantland . A “responsible” mix of X’s and O’s with a splash of popular narrative stuff too

    Robert is especially good with providing context and nuances with contracts.

    Nate is the OG and I miss the days where it felt like Nate and Robert were just sort of choppin’ it up, but Klassen is good as well, a little harder to impress maybe hahaha but I like listening to him

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StevieLoco29
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and insights into the NFL.
Some remarks highlight the need for diversity in opinions during discussions.
The hosts are praised for their chemistry and ability to explain complex topics in an engaging manner.
Certain listeners express a desire for more conflict and diverse perspectives during analyses.
Fans are generally impressed with offseason coverage and player evaluations.

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Spotify
#31
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#40
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#70
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#115
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#129
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#177
Germany/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's end-of-season mock draft
Q: What do you think of the potential trades in your mock?
It's realistic to consider trades at the top since two teams picking one and two do not need quarterbacks, making it a different situation from previous drafts.
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's end-of-season mock draft
Q: What is Fernando Mendoza's standing in the draft?
Mendoza is the clear favorite to be the first quarterback drafted, and it will be interesting to see how he performs against Ohio State's defense.
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's end-of-season mock draft
Q: How did you sleep putting this mock draft together?
I feel good about it. Comfortable. As long as I can defend every pick, I feel 100% comfortable with it.
2025 NFL Midseason Awards
Q: What's the argument for Coach of the Year?
The panel discussed the impact of Kyle Shanahan with the 49ers and Mike Vrabel for the Titans, considering the strengths and challenges they faced this season.
2025 NFL Midseason Awards
Q: Who is your pick for Offensive Player of the Year halfway through 2025?
Derrik picked JSN due to impressive statistics; Robert backed Jonathan Taylor for his consistent performance.

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A flagship podcast dedicated to the NFL, featuring in-depth discussions on major news, strategies, and team dynamics. The hosts engage listeners with detailed analyses of games, roster changes, and the draft process, making it suitable for hardcore fans eager for insights into player performance and coaching tactics. Unique to this show is its comprehensive year-round draft coverage, ensuring fans remain informed about emerging talents and their potential impacts on the league. Engaging storytelling and a personable approach make this podcast appealing to anyone interested in the nuances of American football.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Mitch Schwartz
2. Diana Rossini
3. Bobby Peters
4. Pablo Torre
5. Dave Helman
6. Mike Renner
7. Fran Duffy
8. Dane Brugler

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