Touchdowns and Tangents

Touchdowns & Tangents
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NFL takes and topical tangents for football nerds, casual sports fans & the culture since 2016. Touchdowns and Tangents balances real life experience with the most cultural and concise commentary from the week's football news. Since 2016, the weekly podcast features live football news breakdowns along with live guest interviews. Pete D. Camarillo and Kenneth Frank host the syndicated podcast from Los Angeles. Featured guests include athletes, journalists, entrepreneurs and other people at the intersection of sports and culture. Our archives don't lie. Find out more at Touchdownsandtangents.com.

  1. 16h ago

    Season Ten Kick Off

    LetsTalkAboutIt Chris Johnson revealed that he has ALS. The former Titans star publicly announced the diagnosis June 29 and said doctors believe he has sporadic ALS. Tennessee has since supported Johnson’s effort to revive the Ice Bucket Challenge and will honor him in its Ring of Honor. This is bigger than football and has to lead the show. Ahman Green revealed an early-onset Parkinson’s diagnosis. The Packers’ all-time leading rusher said he was diagnosed in January 2025 after initially noticing symptoms during sleep. Green said he remains optimistic and is managing the condition through medication, exercise and diet. Deebo Samuel is returning to the 49ers. San Francisco reunited with its former playmaker on a one-year deal worth up to $7 million as the organization deals with uncertainty throughout its receiver room. Tampa Bay’s contract situation is becoming a full organizational problem. Baker Mayfield says he feels undervalued after extension talks stalled, while Vita Vea has requested a trade and is drawing substantial interest. Two of the team’s most important leaders entering camp are publicly unhappy. The Eagles reset the defensive tackle market for Jalen Carter. Philadelphia reportedly gave Carter a four-year, $152 million extension, making him the highest-paid defensive tackle in the league. Aaron Donald comeback speculation is real enough to discuss. Donald has resumed on-field work, Sean McVay has not exactly shut down the conversation and Myles Garrett has openly entertained what the pairing could accomplish for the Rams. Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers remain headed toward an ugly ending. Aiyuk has publicly aired grievances, repeatedly connected himself to Washington and reportedly allowed communication with the Commanders to fall “off the track.” Aaron Rodgers says 2026 is his final season. Rodgers returned to play for Mike McCarthy in Pittsburgh but says there is “zero debate” about another season in 2027. CollegeFootballNews The 2027 quarterback evaluation cycle is underway. Oregon’s Dante Moore is already receiving comparisons to C.J. Stroud, while Darian Mensah has reportedly generated legitimate franchise-quarterback evaluations from scouts. Brendan Sorsby has made the supplemental draft relevant again. Dallas reportedly viewed the former Texas Tech quarterback as a developmental option, and his availability has created a real discussion about whether teams should spend future draft capital this summer. The next running-back class is beginning to form. Early rankings and breakout lists are already moving the conversation away from the completed 2026 draft and toward which college runners can emerge during the upcoming season. Rookie evaluations are finally moving from draft grades to football. Fernando Mendoza has signed his deal with the Raiders, Ty Simpson is under contract with the Rams and players such as Caleb Downs and Jeremiyah Love are entering camp with immediate expectations. TakeOrTangent The football cost may be showing up years after retirement. Johnson and Green played the same position during an era that celebrated running backs absorbing extreme physical punishment. Their diagnoses can lead into a deep discussion about neurological health, player care and what the league owes retired players—or simply a moment appreciating both careers. Can Deebo Samuel actually recreate the old magic in San Francisco? The surface conversation is whether he helps the receiving corps. The deeper tangent is whether returning to a familiar coach and system can reverse years of physical decline and organizational tension. Would Aaron Donald’s return make the Rams unfair or merely famous? Donald, Garrett and the Rams’ upgraded secondary look terrifying on paper. The tangent is whether a retired interior lineman can return directly to championship-level football conditioning. Why are teams extending defensive stars earlier than quarterbacks? Philadelphia moved decisively with Carter, while Tampa allowed both the Mayfield and Vea situations to become public. Is defensive value becoming easier for teams to price, or are quarterbacks simply asking for numbers teams no longer want to guarantee? Is Pittsburgh protecting Aaron Rodgers or changing its identity? Mike McCarthy eliminated live tackling from training-camp drills in his first year replacing Mike Tomlin. That can be a simple injury-prevention story or a larger conversation about whether the Steelers are no longer interested in performing toughness for tradition’s sake. TouchdownOrTurnover Deebo back to San Francisco on a one-year deal. The Eagles paying Jalen Carter before his leverage grows further. The Rams encouraging an Aaron Donald comeback. Rodgers announcing his retirement plans before the season. The Saints giving Chris Olave four years and $132 million. Cleveland making Denzel Ward the NFL’s highest-paid defensive back again. The Browns extending Grant Delpit for three years and $48 million. Tampa refusing to meet Baker Mayfield’s current valuation. Indianapolis refusing to trade Anthony Richardson cheaply despite his reported request to leave. The Rams drafting Ty Simpson rather than spending that first-rounder on immediate help. The NFL reducing the gap between the combine and free agency to one day beginning in 2027. FairOrFade Brandon Aiyuk versus the 49ers: Aiyuk has taken his complaints to social media, pitched himself to Washington and continued escalating the split publicly. Is he fairly exposing how San Francisco handled him, or trying too hard to manufacture his preferred exit? Baker Mayfield versus the Buccaneers: Mayfield says the organization’s offers made him feel disrespected and undervalued. Is that fair after what he has done for Tampa, or should the team be cautious about committing approximately $50 million annually? Vita Vea versus the Buccaneers: Vea requested a trade after unsuccessful contract efforts, and Mayfield publicly supported him. Is this a player correctly using his remaining leverage, or a veteran trying to force Tampa into paying for past production? Josh Allen versus critics of Buffalo’s Nickel City uniforms: Allen told people to stop hating on the new alternates. Fair defense of a fresh look, or fade because the uniforms really are that bad? Ja’Marr Chase versus his own teammates: Chase ripped off and threw a teammate’s helmet during a camp confrontation, then framed the incident as the competitiveness he wants from the defensive backs. Fair football intensity, or an unnecessary escalation from a team leader? Trey McBride versus Cardinals fans: McBride walked back his previous claim that there are “no Arizona fans in Arizona.” Was the original comment an honest observation, or disrespect toward a fan base already tired of being mocked?

  2. Jun 9

    RIP Grandma and Shoutout Wemby

    Kenny and Pete break down the latest NFL News and RIP Grandma.

  3. May 2

    Don't micromanage grey hair

    Kenny and Pete react to the 2026 NFL Draft and the latest rumors.

  4. Apr 23

    Please Don't Title this... the 2026 NFL Draft Special

    #LetsTalkAboutIt Jaguars sign Travon Walker to 4-year, $110M extension ahead of the draft 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414398-travon-walker-jaguars-agree-4-year-110m-contract-extension-updated-nfl-salary-cap Dontayvion Wicks traded to Eagles from Packers amid A.J. Brown rumors 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416559-dontayvion-wicks-reportedly-traded-eagles-packers-wr-signs-contract-amid-aj-brown-rumors Dexter Lawrence II traded to Bengals; draft pick return finalized 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415643-dexter-lawrence-reportedly-traded-bengals-amid-giants-contract-rumors-draft-pick-return-revealed #TakeOrTangent Patriots HC Mike Vrabel seeking counseling; will miss Day 3 of draft 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25421495-patriots-mike-vrabel-seek-counseling-will-miss-2026-nfl-draft-day-3 Mike Tomlin reportedly set to join NBC pregame show after Steelers exit 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25420565-mike-tomlin-reportedly-set-join-nbcs-nfl-pregame-show-after-steelers-exit Cowboys stance: no long-term deal expected for George Pickens 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25421450-new-cowboys-rumors-george-pickens-trade-stance-why-wr-wont-get-long-term-contract 49ers WR Jauan Jennings contract unresolved ahead of draft 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25417717-new-49ers-rumors-wr-jauan-jennings-contract-amid-free-agency-ahead-nfl-draft-2026 Jimmy Garoppolo retirement buzz resurfaces 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25420188-new-jimmy-garoppolo-rumors-reveal-nfl-retirement-buzz-amid-2026-free-agency Matthew Stafford contract uncertainty continues ahead of draft 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25365440-new-matthew-stafford-rumors-reveal-latest-contract-buzz-2026-nfl-draft Justin Jefferson discusses Olympics + long-term goals 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25419885-vikings-justin-jefferson-talks-2028-olympics-nfl-goals-nfc-north-and-more-br-interview Dolphins GM addresses potential trade + extension outlook for De'Von Achane 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25418271-dolphins-gm-discusses-if-devon-achane-available-trade-updates-contract-extension-talks Draft rumors: Jeremiyah Love landing spots tied to Cardinals/Titans trade buzz 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25421014-new-nfl-draft-rumors-jeremiyah-loves-landing-spot-amid-cardinals-titans-trade-buzz Fan-voted 2026 mock draft reveals full first-round projection 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25418341-fan-voted-2026-nfl-mock-draft-reveals-br-communitys-picks-every-1st-rounder Heinz offering lifetime ketchup deal to 57th overall draft pick 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25420740-heinz-give-lifetime-supply-ketchup-custom-jacket-57th-overall-2026-nfl-draft-pick Former Raiders All-Pro LB Rod Martin dies at 72 🔗 https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25420357-rod-martin-dies-age-72-former-raiders-all-pro-lb-won-2-super-bowls

  5. Apr 23

    04/09/26 Unpublished

    Kenny and Pete breakdown the latest NFL trade rumors and talk. Excellent pull—this is exactly the level of specificity TDT needs. Below is your properly allocated and formatted rundown, organized by segment and aligned with your editorial standards. --- # 🏈 Touchdowns & Tangents (TDT) Rundown **Date:** April 2026 **Scope:** NFL (Draft-Centric) --- ## #LetsTalkAboutIt Timely league-wide conversations and major headlines. Stephon Gilmore Retires After 13 NFL Seasons, Won 2019 DPOY Award with Patriots 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25153341-stephon-gilmore-retires-after-13-nfl-seasons-won-2019-dpoy-award-patriots](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25153341-stephon-gilmore-retires-after-13-nfl-seasons-won-2019-dpoy-award-patriots) Travon Walker, Jaguars Agree to 4-Year, $110M Contract Extension 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414398-travon-walker-jaguars-agree-4-year-110m-contract-extension-updated-nfl-salary-cap](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414398-travon-walker-jaguars-agree-4-year-110m-contract-extension-updated-nfl-salary-cap) Puka Nacua Went to Rehab Before Being Sued for Assault and Battery, Attorney Says 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25413832-rams-wr-puka-nacua-went-rehab-being-sued-assault-and-battery-woman-attorney-says](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25413832-rams-wr-puka-nacua-went-rehab-being-sued-assault-and-battery-woman-attorney-says) Dexter Lawrence II Trade Packages Emerge After Giants Star Requests Move 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415190-dexter-lawrence-ii-nfl-trade-packages-and-top-landing-spots-after-giants-star-requests-move](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415190-dexter-lawrence-ii-nfl-trade-packages-and-top-landing-spots-after-giants-star-requests-move) NFL Delivers Verdict on Bears’ Draft Pick Compensation Appeal After Falcons’ Ian Cunningham Hire 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414365-nfl-delivers-verdict-bears-draft-pick-compensation-appeal-after-falcons-ian-cunningham-hire](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414365-nfl-delivers-verdict-bears-draft-pick-compensation-appeal-after-falcons-ian-cunningham-hire) --- ## #CollegeFootballNews Draft-related developments from the college ranks. 2026 NFL Draft Winners and Losers from the Pro Day Circuit 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25413056-2026-nfl-draft-winners-and-losers-pro-day-circuit](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25413056-2026-nfl-draft-winners-and-losers-pro-day-circuit) Arvell Reese Trends Toward the No. 2 Pick in the 2026 NFL Draft 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415927-arvell-reese-trending-no-2-pick-which-defender-will-be-next-2026-nfl-draft](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415927-arvell-reese-trending-no-2-pick-which-defender-will-be-next-2026-nfl-draft) --- ## #TakeOrTangent Wild-card topics worth a quick hit or deeper discussion. 5 Ways the Steelers Can Address the QB Position if Aaron Rodgers Retires 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416029-5-ways-steelers-can-address-qb-position-if-aaron-rodgers-retires](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416029-5-ways-steelers-can-address-qb-position-if-aaron-rodgers-retires) Raiders Rumors Reveal Plan to Support Fernando Mendoza with a Key Pick 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416070-new-raiders-rumors-reveal-plan-support-fernando-mendoza-key-pick-2026-nfl-draft](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416070-new-raiders-rumors-reveal-plan-support-fernando-mendoza-key-pick-2026-nfl-draft) Kirk Cousins Shows Support for Fernando Mendoza Amid Draft Rumors 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415938-kirk-cousins-shows-support-fernando-mendoza-amid-nfl-draft-rumors-after-raiders-contract](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415938-kirk-cousins-shows-support-fernando-mendoza-amid-nfl-draft-rumors-after-raiders-contract) Andrew Luck Responds to Eric Ebron’s Comments About His Retirement 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415086-andrew-luck-responds-eric-ebrons-comments-alleging-colts-ballard-played-role-qbs-retirement](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415086-andrew-luck-responds-eric-ebrons-comments-alleging-colts-ballard-played-role-qbs-retirement) Robert Griffin III Expresses Interest in Playing Flag Football at the 2028 LA Olympics 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415823-robert-griffin-iii-talks-goal-playing-usa-flag-football-team-2028-la-olympics-video](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415823-robert-griffin-iii-talks-goal-playing-usa-flag-football-team-2028-la-olympics-video) Colin Kaepernick’s New Book Receives a Release Date 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415597-colin-kaepernicks-new-book-gets-release-date-10-years-after-taking-knee-during-usa-national-anthem](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415597-colin-kaepernicks-new-book-gets-release-date-10-years-after-taking-knee-during-usa-national-anthem) --- ## #TouchdownOrTurnover Definitive moves or takes requiring a clear opinion. Texans Exercise Contract Options for C.J. Stroud and Will Anderson Jr. 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25360230-cj-stroud-will-anderson-jrs-contract-options-reportedly-exercised-texans-salaries-revealed](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25360230-cj-stroud-will-anderson-jrs-contract-options-reportedly-exercised-texans-salaries-revealed) Cowboys Rumored to Explore Trade-Up with Browns for Draft Position 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416082-latest-cowboys-rumors-potential-trade-browns-carnell-tate-landing-spots-more](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416082-latest-cowboys-rumors-potential-trade-browns-carnell-tate-landing-spots-more) Todd McShay Links Cowboys to Potential Trade for Draft’s No. 1 EDGE Rusher 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414352-todd-mcshay-drops-new-cowboys-rumors-potential-trade-land-nfl-drafts-no-1-edge-rusher](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414352-todd-mcshay-drops-new-cowboys-rumors-potential-trade-land-nfl-drafts-no-1-edge-rusher) --- ## #FadeOrFair Specific conflicts, debates, or controversies. Raiders Owner Mark Davis Criticized by Former Staffer 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416152-raiders-mark-davis-ripped-former-staffer-he-doesnt-know-anything-football](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25416152-raiders-mark-davis-ripped-former-staffer-he-doesnt-know-anything-football) Dexter Lawrence II Requests Trade from the New York Giants 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415190-dexter-lawrence-ii-nfl-trade-packages-and-top-landing-spots-after-giants-star-requests-move](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25415190-dexter-lawrence-ii-nfl-trade-packages-and-top-landing-spots-after-giants-star-requests-move) NFL Rules on Bears’ Draft Pick Compensation Appeal 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414365-nfl-delivers-verdict-bears-draft-pick-compensation-appeal-after-falcons-ian-cunningham-hire](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414365-nfl-delivers-verdict-bears-draft-pick-compensation-appeal-after-falcons-ian-cunningham-hire) --- ## #UnnecessaryToughnessRants Included only when warranted. Joey Chestnut Sets World Record in Cake-Eating Contest with NFL Players 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414720-joey-chestnut-sets-world-record-cake-eating-contest-nfl-players-trending-video](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414720-joey-chestnut-sets-world-record-cake-eating-contest-nfl-players-trending-video) Jahmyr Gibbs Wishes Randy Orton Happy Birthday in Viral Exchange 🔗 [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414573-jahmyr-gibbs-wishes-wwes-randy-orton-happy-birthday-response-lions-dm-final-four](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25414573-jahmyr-gibbs-wishes-wwes-randy-orton-happy-birthday-response-lions-dm-final-four

  6. Mar 20

    AFROMAN WON

    Kenny and Pete break down the latest NFL Free agency moves and draft rumors. It's march madness

  7. Mar 13

    2026 NFL Offseason Recap

    Kenny and Pete breakdown the latest NFL Free Agency and Combine news.

  8. Feb 18

    Calling someone a 'nice guy' is a micro aggression

    NFL Recap

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NFL takes and topical tangents for football nerds, casual sports fans & the culture since 2016. Touchdowns and Tangents balances real life experience with the most cultural and concise commentary from the week's football news. Since 2016, the weekly podcast features live football news breakdowns along with live guest interviews. Pete D. Camarillo and Kenneth Frank host the syndicated podcast from Los Angeles. Featured guests include athletes, journalists, entrepreneurs and other people at the intersection of sports and culture. Our archives don't lie. Find out more at Touchdownsandtangents.com.

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  • Creator
    Touchdowns & Tangents
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    473
  • Rating
    Explicit
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