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The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

The Athletic
NFL Draft
Michael Penix
Washington Huskies
Texas Longhorns
Blake Corum
Michigan Wolverines
NFL Playoffs
College Football Playoff
NCAA Football
Joe Flacco
Sugar Bowl
Rose Bowl
Cleveland Browns
Lamar Jackson
Baltimore Ravens
Buffalo Bills
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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When we previewed Week 7, we made Colts/Chargers and Rams/Jaguars audition for a Game of the Week spot. Neither of those lived up to the billing, thanks to the dominant performances by the Colts and Rams in their respective wins. Robert Mays, Derrik ... more

Every mini-era of the NFL gives us a handful of short-term rivalries that are the result of teams from different divisions running into one another for a couple years in a row. Buccaneers-Lions is turning into one such rivalry. And hey, given the way... more

We're one-third of the way through the NFL regular season, and we know a thing or two about each of the league's 32 teams. We know enough, in fact, to start separating the teams into distinct groups. That's right, it's team tiers time. Robert Mays an... more

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Indiana is the #3 team in the country. Yes, in football. And they aren't the only big surprise this season. Texas A&M, Missouri and Cincinnati all have paths to the Playoff, as well. We've discussed a handful of players from those teams through an NF... more

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Recent Guests

Zack Rosenblatt
Jets writer at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: TAFS Goes Camping: Conversations with The Athletic's Eagles and Jets beat writers
Brooks Kubena
Eagles writer at The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: TAFS Goes Camping: Conversations with The Athletic's Eagles and Jets beat writers
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
Diante Lee
NFL analyst
The Ringer
Episode: Defensive players set to make a leap in 2025
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
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 7.1k ratings
  • Best show on NFL

    First: if the show can contain the current core of Robert, Dave, and Derrik, please let’s make that happen if at all possible. This current iteration has been a blast. The “takes” culture has infested airways for a while now and it’s just so good to hear a show that is supported by careful thought, data, and actual analysis. These guys all clearly know ball but, most importantly, they do their homework. I come away learning something new about football every week and this show is an absolute sta... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaaaaman
    United States21 days ago
  • Please no more Helman

    Robert Mays is the best football podcaster out there. Dave Helman is not. I understand wanting to bring in a third voice that has a different perspective than Robert/Derrik, but Dave doesn’t have a perspective. He hasn’t had an original or intelligent thought through a quarter of the season. Instead of a meathead, maybe try an oline or defensive analyst for the third perspective.

    I fast forward whenever Dave talks now and skip the episodes he does without Robert.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BK42316
    United States22 days ago
  • Best NFL Podcast

    Look no further. This is the best NFL podcast out there and I've listened to a lot of them.

    There's not enough time to consume all of the NFL content available to football fans, but if you can only listen to one podcast, make it this one. You won't regret it.

    Robert, Derrik, and Dave are top-tier co-hosts. Unbiased and insightful football talk. Doesn't get any better than these three.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    disc inserted
    United States22 days ago
  • Klassen was an incredible Addition

    Klassen was an incredible replacement for Nate and I think even upgraded the show. Derek always has unique insights and perspectives that serve as an always insightful complement to Mays’ opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stevemoose
    United States24 days ago
  • My Favourite Football Show

    By far and away the best football show. They cover almost all the teams fairly and equally when they can.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dashiell14
    Canada24 days ago

Listeners Say

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

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.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#34
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#42
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#77
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#101
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#147
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#174
Germany/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2025 AFC West preview
Q: What success looks like for the 2025 Raiders?
Success for the Raiders this season means being competitive and winning around seven games, proving that they have a plan in place.
2025 AFC West preview
Q: What are your thoughts on the defensive line pieces beyond Chris Jones and Carl Loftus?
I'm concerned about the lack of pressure and disruption from that group, which started to show up in the playoffs last year.
2025 AFC West preview
Q: What are you excited to watch with the 2025 Kansas City Chiefs?
I'm excited to watch the deep ball coming back to Kansas City and the overall offense in general with a fuller arsenal.
TAFS Goes Camping: Conversations with The Athletic's Bengals, Colts and Packers beat writers
Q: How do you think that five ultimately shakes out when we get to week one?
Matt Schneidman explains that they are still rotating players and adjusting based on health but ultimately believes Rashid Walker will be a viable left tackle.
TAFS Goes Camping: Conversations with The Athletic's Bengals, Colts and Packers beat writers
Q: Can we go into this season and believe this team has a chance to have like the 18th best defense in the league?
James Boyd expresses optimism about the possibility of the defense ranking average based on confidence and improvement from young players.

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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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1. Zack Rosenblatt
2. Brooks Kubena
3. Bobby Peters
4. Pablo Torre
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7. Mike Renner
8. Fran Duffy

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