Scoop City: A show about the NFL

Scoop City: A show about the NFL

For all the NFL conversation you’d ever want or need, there’s only one place to go: Scoop City, where there’s something for every football fan! The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini and longtime NFL quarterback Chase Daniel share inside information you need to know about your favorite team, discussions going on in and around the league - and some scoop on life. New episodes on Tuesdays and Fridays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5D AGO

    Bengals, Shemar Stewart remain in standoff over rookie deal, Aaron Rodgers attends Steelers minicamp

    The Cincinnati Bengals and rookie defensive end Shemar Stewart remain at a standoff over language in his rookie contract. Despite not being under contract, the Bengals first-round draft choice was in attendance at Bengals Minicamp until Thursday. The Bengals also continue to negotiate with All-Pro defensive end Trey Hendrickson. As of the taping of this episode, the two sides have not agreed to a new deal. Former NFL QB, Chase Daniel, and The Athletic's Senior NFL Writer, Zak Keefer, discuss the Bengals front office strategy and the team's defensive struggles. Elsewhere around the league, the Pittsburgh Steelers are also in contract negotiations with their defensive star, T.J. Watt. The former Defensive Player of the Year is entering the final year of his deal and seeking a new one. Watt has not attended offseason training while he seeks that new deal. However, not every big-name Steelers player is sitting on the sidelines. The Steelers welcomed new quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, to their 2025 minicamp. Rodgers is on the field for the first time in a Steelers practice uniform. Chase and Zak react to Rodger's press conference. Plus, if you have four quarterbacks, do you really have none? The Cleveland Browns are facing that exact situation. Chase and Zak discuss the Browns current QB situation, including which QBs are deserving of reps ahead of training camp. Who will the Browns start when the season rolls around? Veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett are battling for reps with rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders. Don't forget...Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  2. JUN 3

    Why Stefon Diggs OTA attendance is BOTH damage control and good for the Patriots

    The NFL offseason training is officially upon us. This week teams around the league are meeting for voluntary OTAs. And for one star wide receiver, attendance is both a good sign for his team, but also a bit of damage control. This offseason the New England Patriots signed veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs to a 3-year deal. Diggs, who is coming off a torn ACL, recently went viral on social media. On Monday, Diggs was in attendance as the Patriots convened for voluntary training periods. Former NFL QB, Chase Daniel, and The Athletic's National NFL Writer, Mike Jones, discuss Diggs' participation. Additionally, the Detroit Lions will be forced to replace another veteran offensive lineman. Frank Ragnow informed the team that he will retire from football at the age of 29-years old. Ragnow was a four-time Pro-Bowl selection.  Elsewhere around the league, Kirk Cousins did not show up to the Atlanta Falcons voluntary OTAs. Jones reported on the show that the Falcons have explored trade options for Cousins, but nothing has materialized into a deal yet. He also reported the Falcons would be content keeping Cousins as the backup, valuing his experience as a starter.  The Buffalo Bills are hoping their star running back, James Cook, will show up for the mandatory sessions. Thus far this offseason, Cook has declined to attend the voluntary practices. The Athletic's Bills beat writer Joe Buscaglia joined the show to discuss Cook, the Bills offseason defensive focus, and Josh Allen's wedding. Plus, the new cover of EA Sports Madden was released featuring Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley. The guys react to Saquon's cover photo.  As always...Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. MAY 23

    Will J.J. McCarthy lead Vikings to playoffs & why Joe Burrow is NOT thrilled with Bengals schedule?

    Scoop City is back fresh off the latest league meeting. Former NFL QB and Co-host, Chase Daniel, is joined by Scoop City Newsletter author Jacob Robinson to break down the latest headlines in the league. And with league meetings happening in Minneapolis, they welcome The Athletic's Vikings beat writer Alec Lewis to the show. Find out how the Tush Push lived to fight another...push. Alec takes you inside the meetings to discover how Philadelphia Eagles owner Jefrey Lurie and former Super Bowl Champion Jason Kelce saved the play. Plus, what's the latest with J.J. McCarthy ahead of offseason workouts? The guys discuss the state of the Vikings with McCarthy now driving this high-powered team.  Elsewhere around the NFL, QB competitions are heating up. The New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts are set to hold offseason activities and both teams are in search of a QB1. Will Saints rookie Tyler Shough win the job? Can Anthony Richardson bounce back from a challenging season? Chase and Jacob break down the storylines and offer unique insights. Plus, Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow had some thoughts on his team's schedule. Chase and Jacob share what Burrow had to say and react to the Bengals tough schedule for 2025. And the Buffalo Bills will take center stage at training camp when Hard Knocks rolls through Rochester, New York. Chase and Jacob share their thoughts on the Bills being featured. Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
4.3
out of 5
182 Ratings

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For all the NFL conversation you’d ever want or need, there’s only one place to go: Scoop City, where there’s something for every football fan! The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini and longtime NFL quarterback Chase Daniel share inside information you need to know about your favorite team, discussions going on in and around the league - and some scoop on life. New episodes on Tuesdays and Fridays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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