The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL
The AthleticThe 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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1219 | Founded | 5 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsSportsSports News | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Cowboys-Broncos? Packers-Steelers? Browns-Patriots and Giants-Eagles and Panthers-Bills? Sure, those games might not have jumped out at us back in August, but they combine to make Week 8 one of the more compelling slates we've had all season. At leas... more
Sixty-yard field goals! Landing zones! The K ball! The kicking game seemingly has never played a bigger role in the NFL than it is this season. The Athletic national NFL writers Jourdan Rodrigue and Mike Sando join Robert Mays to dive into The Year o... more
As we get to the final Saturday in October, certain elements of what will be come the 2026 NFL Draft picture are at least approaching a degree of focus. Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, for example, is certainly climbing up the quarterback ranks. Notr... more
The 49ers mash unit defense showed up in a big way against the Falcons. The Chiefs got Rashee Rice back in Week 7, and had one of their best offensive days of the season. Drake Maye and the Patriots took care of business against an inferior Titans te... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
- 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 Podcasts5Jaaaaman
United Statesa month 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 Podcasts5BK42316United Statesa month 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 Podcasts5disc insertedUnited Statesa month 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 Podcasts5StevemooseUnited Statesa month 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 Podcasts5dashiell14
Canadaa month ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Spotify | #38 | United States/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #45 | United States/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #79 | Canada/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #106 |  United Kingdom/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #133 |  Australia/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  Italy/Sports |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast
What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
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.
Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does this podcast get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for this podcast?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?
To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?
These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:
1. The Ringer NFL Show
2. Football 301 with Nate Tice
3. The Bill Barnwell Show
4. The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny
5. The PFF NFL Podcast
How many episodes of this podcast are there?
this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 1219 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact this podcast?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on this podcast?
Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Brooks Kubena
2. Zack Rosenblatt
3. Bobby Peters
4. Pablo Torre
5. Dave Helman
6. Mike Renner
7. Fran Duffy
8. Dane Brugler
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.