The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

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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 NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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'Luck' Trailer | Full Series Coming July 11th

This is the Andrew Luck story as you’ve never heard it: Why did the greatest quarterback prospect since John Elway walk away from the game before he turned 30? The Athletic’s Zak Keefer spoke with over 25 of Luck's former teammates, rivals, coaches, executives, staffers, friends, and journalists, in an attempt to peel back the curtain in a way that’s never been done before on one of the most unique NFL careers of the last three decades. Interviews include Jim Irsay, Tony Dungy, Chuck Pagano, Bruce Arians, Bill Polian, Chris Ballard, David Shaw, Robert Griffin III, Jacoby Brissett and Peter King. All six episodes of The Athletic's miniseries 'Luck' will be released on The Athletic Football Show feed on July 11th. Be sure to subscribe to The Athletic Audio+ on Apple Podcasts for bonus content, including the full interviews with David Shaw, Chuck Pagano and more.

06/29/2022

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2 min

Robert Mays

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Dave Helman

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Sam Schwartzstein

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2,964 Ratings

Worth Your Time

5d ago

FartLicker_69

They cover the games on a deeper level than some other pods, but in a fun and accessible way
My Favorite Podcast

12/12/2025

MichaelCoulter

I started listening during the 2024-2025 offseason and don’t think I’ve missed an episode since. It’s my first listen every morning. I really enjoy the different styles and perspectives that Robert, Derek and Dave all bring to the table. Overall, just a great combination of informative and fun. Thank you guys for all the great work. It’s truly appreciated!
Good show

12/20/2025

BigPaPaaaaaaajwjs

Wish Nate was still on. THERE ARE SOOOOO MANY ADS. Ik you can fast forward through them but it feels like every new segment is prefaced with a 2-4 minute ad break. The tecovas ad is the most corny boring thing I’ve ever heard I will never buy those boots because of this ad. Robert knows ball and gives great breakdown. Would be 5 stars if there were less ads
Top 3

11/12/2025

jdidjtnelspwlmanbs

Top 3 podcast for me. A lot of great football knowledge on this show and they keep it fun. Could do without Robert’s 10 hour intro but you can just skip it.

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 NFL at the highest level. You want year-round draft coverage? You'll get that here, too, with draft expert Dane Brugler. Whether it’s happening on the field or behind the scenes, you’ll get an in-depth look at all things NFL on The Athletic Football Show, available wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.