Football 301

Why is Shedeur Sanders still such a hot topic in the sports world? Special guest Bomani Jones joins Charles McDonald on this episode of Football 301 to discuss the Cleveland Browns QB situation, whether Aaron Rodgers makes the Pittsburgh Steelers more interesting and more! Later on in the show, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and C Mac count down their top 10 defenders in the league entering the 2025 NFL season.(00:20) - Bomani Jones joins the show(31:00) - Defenders 10-8(41:40) - Defenders 7 & 6(49:30) - Defenders 5 & 4(1:01:20) - Top 3 defenders Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald to break down their top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 NFL season. The crew break down their picks from #10 to #1, with analysis on rising stars like C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love, polarizing figures like Brock Purdy and Jalen Hurts and perennial elites like Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Patrick Mahomes.Later, Nate is joined by new Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold as Sam breaks down a few of his highlight (and lowlight) plays, discusses joining Klint Kubiak and the Seahawks offense and much more.(3:15) - QBs 10-8(22:20) - QBs 7 & 6(39:15) - QBs 5 & 4(49:30) - Top 3 QBs(58:20) - Sam Darnold joins the show Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Could Mike Tomlin be on the hot seat this time next year? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their opinions on who is headed into a make-or-break season in 2025. But first, they chat about the trades they most want to see before the end of the offseason. You don't want to miss this episode!(5:05) - Trade we want to see: Trey Hendrickson to LAC(9:55) - Trade we want to see: Kirk Cousins to PIT(16:40) - Trade we want to see: Jalen Ramsey to DAL(21:50) - Make or break seasons Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Could Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs offense get back to their 2018 selves this season? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald make their predictions for 2025. Which schemes will trend upwards? Which teams will have bounceback seasons? And which players are poised to break out? The Football 301 crew peeks into the future to answer all of these questions and dips into the mailbag to close out the show!(3:10) - Condensed formations are back(10:10) - Panthers defense breakout season?(15:50) - Tight ends are important again!(26:00) - Ricky Pearsall breakout season(31:00) - Dolphins offensive line decline(35:00) - Busy backfields(38:10) - Rams pass rush(43:50) - Chiefs offensive expansion(52:50) - Under center passing returns!(1:01:20) - Lightning round(1:09:50) - Mailbag: How to build an OL(1:16:00) - Mailbag: Does Zac Taylor get enough credit? Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

What are the expectations for the second-year quarterbacks in the NFL? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald set their optimism scales for year two of the 2024 first-round quarterback draft class. Where do Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy and Bo Nix stand, and what should we expect to see this season?Plus, the news is out that the NFL is allowing players to compete in flag football in the LA28 Olympic Games, but who would make the best team? The guys pick their Top 5 players to be on the Dream Team of flag football. Don't miss out on today's Football 301!(3:35) Caleb Williams(19:52) Jayden Daniels(30:59) Drake Maye(45:24) Michael Penix Jr.(1:00:01) J.J. McCarthy(1:08:57) Bo Nix(1:19:05) Building our Olympic flag football dream teams Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald ask the biggest questions on their mind for the NFL teams with new starting quarterbacks. But first, they give their hot takes on the 2025 NFL schedule release and share their thoughts on Derek Carr's retirement and his potential successor, Tyler Shough. They move on to discuss the QBs they expect to start for new teams, including Sam Darnold, Justin Fields and J.J. McCarthy. Then, they take a look at some teams that still have questions about their starting QBs, including the Cleveland Browns and their stable of maybes like Shedeur Sanders. You don't want to miss another fun episode of Football 301!(2:51) NFL schedule release hot takes(8:02) Derek Carr retires, what are our expectations for Tyler Shough?(17:23) New starting QBs in new places(1:02:00) Teams with QB questions Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

How will George Pickens handle life with the Dallas Cowboys? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the impact of the mercurial receiver's trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then the Football 301 gang shares their favorite (and least favorite) offseason moves. Free agents, draft picks and coaches - they're discussing it all. They finish the show up with a dip into the mailbag!(4:30) - Cowboys trade for WR George Pickens(17:50) - Favorite offseason additions(1:22:30) - Which edge rusher has the best bend in the NFL?(1:26:25) - How can your offense get a better passing EPA? Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Draft grades, favorite Day 3 picks, and the best player-team fits! Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 NFL Draft. Who received the worst draft grade? Which team made the best Day 3 selection? And which player found the perfect fit with their new team? The guys dissect it all in this latest episode. (3:45) - Favorite draft classes(31:40) - Least favorite draft classes(56:55) - Favorite day three picks(1:03:35) - Favorite player-team fits Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Why did Shedeur Sanders fall out of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their perspectives on the polarizing QB prospect as they break down all of the drama from day 1 of the draft. Then, they move on to some superlatives. Who are their favorite picks? Who are their least favorite picks? And is it really possible for Travis Hunter to play both ways for the Jacksonville Jaguars? They break it all down on a very special crossover episode.(2:15) - Shedeur Sanders falls to day two!(8:55) - Biggest surprises from the first round(20:50) - Favorite first round picks(27:30) - Least favorite first round picks(50:15) - Best players still available(56:10) - Things we want to see on day two Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

We are just days away from opening night of the NFL Draft! To celebrate, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald are putting on their GM hats to mock their ideal fits for all 32 teams' first-round picks. There are some spicy ones that you don't want to miss!(4:30) - Picks 1-10(40:15) - Picks 11-20(1:09:00) - Picks 21-32 Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Could Damien Martinez be the next Marshawn Lynch? Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss that and more as they plant their flag on 2025 NFL draft prospects. Nate & C-Mac go back-and-forth, giving their opinions on which guys they believe are already set to have productive careers in the NFL. Then, they close out the episode reacting to listener flag plants and draft predictions. You don't want to miss it!(03:55) - WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State(6:55) - WR Tory Horton, Colorado State(11:45) - OL Grey Zabel, North Dakota State(16:35) - RB Devin Neal, Kansas(21:10) - RB Damien Martinez, Miami(27:50) - TE Mitchell Evans, Notre Dame(33:00) - DT Kenneth Grant, Michigan(37:10) - OL Marcus Mbow & OG Donovan Jackson(42:45) - S Andrew Mukuba, Texas(46:25) - DT Derrick Harmon & OT Josh Conerly Jr.(49:25) - CB Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina(52:40) - CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss(55:25) - Reacting to listener flag plants Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Could the Cleveland Browns draft Travis Hunter AND Shedeur Sanders? With the 2025 NFL Draft on the horizon, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back with their mild, hot and spicy draft predictions. They discuss how many RBs could get taken off the board in the first round as teams fear they might miss a run. The pair also mull over the likelihood of a surprise team trading back for a QB or Aaron Rodgers hijacking draft coverage by announcing his retirement. Things get even spicer with a blockbuster trade during the draft involving one of the league's most explosive WRs. It's a hot show that will leave your eyes watering and mouth sizzling!(3:20) - Mild draft predictions(23:45) - Medium draft predictions(49:55) - Spicy draft predictions Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Now that we're officially 2 weeks away from the 2025 NFL Draft, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to break down their latest big boards. They discuss the biggest differences between their rankings and guys that made the biggest jumps from their previous big boards. We finish up the episode with C Mac's interview with Colorado head coach Deion Sanders. They talk about Coach Prime's sons Shedeur and Shilo entering the draft. They also chat about the viability of Colorado two-way player and Heisman winner Travis Hunter playing WR and CB in the NFL. It's a fun show that you don't want to miss!(3:50) - 5 biggest differences on our big boards(32:10) - New additions to the top 50(43:55) - Biggest risers(52:35) - Guys we're higher on(1:11:25) - Coach Prime joins the show! Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

For our final 2025 NFL Drat position preview, Nate Tice welcomes Matt Harmon to the show to talk wide receivers. Starting with Colorado's Travis Hunter and working their way through the rest of the class, Nate and Matt break down strengths and weaknesses for each wideout and give their player comparisons and team fits. The two agree that this is a much deeper class than advertised. You don't want to miss it!(3:25) General thoughts about this year's WR class(6:50) Travis Hunter, Colorado(18:06) Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona(27:31) Matthew Golden, Texas(37:02) Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State(44:42) Luther Burden III, Missouri(51:28) Jayden Higgins, Iowa State(59:25) Jack Bech, TCU(1:06:01) Tre Harris, Ole Miss(1:13:36) Jalen Royals, Utah State(1:19:01) Elic Ayomanor, Stanford(1:25:30) Jaylin Noel, Iowa State(1:31:01) Isaiah Bond, Texas(1:33:33) Xavier Restrepo, Miami(1:36:59) Our favorite under-the-radar WR prospects Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice is joined by Dane Brugler of the Athletic to break down the quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft class. They start off by talking about their overall impressions of this year's class and how it compares to years past. Then they dive deep on Miami's Cam Ward, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders and Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart. Then they discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Alabama's Jalen Milroe, Louisville's Tyler Shough and more!(4:00) - General vibes of this year's QB class(9:00) - Cam Ward, Miami(26:00) - Shedeur Sanders, Colorado(38:00) - Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss(50:00) - Jalen Milroe, Alabama(59:20) - Tyler Shough, Louisville(1:06:25) - Quinn Ewers, Texas(1:08:35) - Riley Leonard, Notre Dame(1:11:55) - Lightning round! Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

We continue our draft coverage with a defensive deep dive on today's show! Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the top cornerback, safety and linebacker prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft class, starting with Heisman winner Travis Hunter. They evaluate the two-way player as a cornerback (stay tuned for his WR deep dive next week) and imagine how they'd like to see him used by an NFL team. Later in the show, Nate sits down with UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger.(2:55) - Travis Hunter, Colorado(11:10) - Will Johnson, Michigan(16:40) - Shavon Revel Jr, East Carolina(22:30) - Jahdae Barron, Texas(26:50) - Benjamin Morrison & Maxwell Hairston(32:15) - CBs outside our top 50(34:35) - Malaki Starks, Georgia(39:20) - Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina(43:50) - Andrew Mukuba, Texas(47:40) - Xavier Watts, Notre Dame(49:25) - Jalon Walker, Georgia(54:55) - Jihaad Campbell, Alabama(1:00:45) - Carson Schwesinger, UCLA(1:04:25) - Carson Schwesinger joins the show Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

We're bringing you a VERY special episode as we approach the 2025 NFL Draft! On today's show, Nate is joined by his dad Mike Tice who shares his unique insights as the former head coach and offensive line coach of the Minnesota Vikings and an 11-year NFL veteran. Nate and Mike talk about the top offensive linemen in the NFL draft, evaluating their strengths and weaknesses as well as where they'd fit best on an NFL line. It's a family affair that you DON'T want to miss!(1:35) - Coach Tice's qualifications as an OL expert(9:30) - Will Campbell, LSU(14:50) - Armand Membou, Missouri(19:30) - Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas(23:05) - Josh Simmons, Ohio State(30:10) - Tyler Booker, Alabama(36:25) - Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon(42:05) - Grey Zabel, North Dakota St(46:00) - Donovan Jackson, Ohio State(49:10) - Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota(54:20) - Marcus Mbow, Purdue(57:55) - Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with an absolutely PACKED preview of the 2025 draft class, focusing on edge rushers and the defensive line. Diving deep on. Penn State's Abdul Carter, Marshall's Mike Green, Michigan's Mason Graham and more, they dive deep on the strengths and weaknesses of each player. Then Charles sits down with Arkansas DE Landon Jackson, where they discuss the edge rusher's decision to prove his doubters wrong at the NFL combine. You don't want to miss this XXL episode!(3:21) Jameis Winston signs with Giants(6:05) Cam Ward Pro Day(8:09) Aaron Rodgers visits Steelers(9:31) D Line + Edge NFL Draft prospect preview(10:08) Abdul Cater, Penn State(17:17) Mykel Williams, Georgia(24:39) Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M(33:39) Mike Green, Marshall(40:19) James Pearce Jr., Tennessee(49:15) Landon Jackson, Arkansas(53:25) JT Tuimoloau & Jack Sawyer, Ohio State(57:05) Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss(58:43) Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College(59:49) Under the radar edge rushers(1:03:20) Mason Graham, Michigan(1:08:03) Kenneth Grant, Michigan(1:12:51) Walter Nolen, Ole Miss(1:17:38) Derrick Harmon, Oregon(1:20:59) Tyleik Williams, Ohio State(1:23:49) Deone Walker, Kentucky(1:30:41) 4i defense explained(1:39:51) Interview with Arkansas DE Landon Jackson Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with the biggest questions on their mind for NFL teams as we are in the full swing of free agency and looking ahead to the draft. They kick things off with an interesting conversation about the Minnesota Vikings and J.J. McCarthy, with rumors swirling that the team is considering signing Aaron Rodgers. They also discuss quarterback questions for the New York Giants, the future of the Seattle Seahawks offense and more! The guys wrap things up with a couple of their favorite team fits from their latest mock draft.(3:02) Biggest questions: Vikings Giants, Bengals, Dolphins(30:48) Biggest questions: Seahawks, 49ers, Browns, Falcons, Saints(59:17) Panning for Prospects: Grey Zabel & Tyler Warren Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

On this special episode of Football 301, Nate Tice is joined by PFF's lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema to preview the running backs and tight ends in the 2025 NFL Draft class. But first, Nate and Trevor react to the news that Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins have signed contract extensions with the Cincinnati Bengals. Then, they move onto the running backs starting with Boise State's Ashton Jeanty. Eventually, the two move to tight ends, diving deep on Penn State's Tyler Warren and Michigan's Colston Loveland.(2:40) - Bengals extend Ja'Marr Chase & Tee Higgins(10:15) - The changing WR & DB markets(16:25) - RB class position preview(54:10) - TE class position previewCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts Want to compete against Nate, Matt, Charles and the entire Yahoo Sports team in this year's NCAA tournaments? Enter the Men's and Women's contests to claim the ultimate bragging rights.Subscribe to the Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald deliver a comprehensive roundup of the first week of NFL free agency on this edition of Football 301. They each share their top 5 favorite signings, analyzing both headline-making moves and underrated pickups that could shake up team dynamics. With a keen eye on enhancing team rosters, Nate and Charles discuss how specific free agent fits, like Robert Spillane for the New England Patriots and Davante Adams for the Los Angeles Rams, offer new potential.The duo also questions the decision-making process behind the Indianapolis Colts signing Daniel Jones and break down the ramifications of the impending QB battle between the former New York Giant and third-year player Anthony Richardson. Plus, they go Panning for Prospects and highlight compelling soon-to-be draftees Marshall's EDGE Mike Green and Miami's RB Damien Martinez and TE Elijah Arroyo.(4:15) - Favorite free agent fit #1(9:05) - Favorite free agent fit #2(12:50) - Favorite free agent fit #3(16:40) - Favorite free agent fit #4(27:20) - Favorite free agent fit #5(31:10) - Favorite free agent fit #6(35:35) - Favorite free agent fit #7(41:25) - Favorite free agent fit #8(47:20) - Favorite free agent fit #9(50:50) - Favorite free agent fit #10(54:40) - Other interesting FA signings(1:04:15) - Panning for Prospects: Mike Green, Damien Martinez & Elijah ArroyoCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts

Join hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon on Football 301 as they dive into the whirlwind of NFL free agency madness. In this episode, they tackle the big trades of the weekend, including Geno Smith heading to the Raiders and DK Metcalf's move to the Steelers, dissecting the implications for each team. Nate and Matt also explore the intriguing signings of Sam Darnold and Justin Fields, evaluating how they'll impact the Seahawks and the Jets, respectively. Their expert insights provide a fresh perspective on how these moves could shake up the league. Don't miss their take on the Rams' strategic addition of Davante Adams. Click play to uncover all the action, and remember to like, comment, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for more in-depth analyses!(4:00) - Seahawks trade Geno & DK, sign Sam Darnold(29:45) - Jets sign Justin Fields(34:50) - Rams sign Davante Adams(44:15) - Commanders trade for Laremy Tunsil(50:30) - Lightning round grades: Patriots, Bucs & moreCheck out the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://apple.co/3zEuTQj or at Yahoo Sports Podcasts

Nate Tice is back with Charles McDonald on Football 301 to preview the exciting world of NFL free agency, focusing on the defensive side of the ball and highlighting the top players hitting the market and some under-the-radar gems that might be overlooked. They discuss potential signings, team fits, and sound the alarm on a few buyer beware situations.Then Nate and Charles shift gears to analyze some prospects they've been keeping an eye on. From the versatile tight end Harold Fannin Jr. out of Bowling Green to Iowa State wide receiver Jalen Noel, they share insights and comparisons, leaving no stone unturned. They delve into the quarterback conundrum with Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart and wrap up with a brief yet insightful take on the running back Dylan Sampson of Tennessee.Don't forget to check out their newly released top 50 big boards available on Yahoo Sports, as they drop nuggets on what to expect in the upcoming NFL draft. Whether you're tuning in on your favorite podcast platform or catching the visuals on YouTube, this episode is crafted for draft enthusiasts and free agency followers alike. Stay ahead of the curve and catch all this and more in today's deep-dive episode of Football 301!(3:22) Bears add Jackson & Thuney to O-line(12:21) DK Metcalf requests trade(18:24) Free agency preview: Interior defensive line(26:13) Free agency preview: Edge rusher(34:32) Free agency preview: Linebacker(42:41) Free agency preview: Cornerback(49:20) Free agency preview: Safety(54:59) Panning for prospects: TE Harold Fannin Jr.(1:03:51) Panning for prospects: WR Jaylin Noel(1:08:07) Panning for prospects: QB Jaxson Dart(1:17:29) Panning for prospects: RB Dylan Sampson 

It's the Football 301-Yahoo Fantasy Forecast crossover that's not really a crossover. The boys you know and love on both feeds are here to kill two pod birds with one mock draft stone. Matt Harmon, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald put a bow on our Scouting Combine coverage on Radio Row by sharing their 7 favorite prospect fits in their latest mock draft. To end the show, Tice and McDonald share 1 sleeper prospect they'd literally stand on the table for. McDonlad also tries the famous St. Elmo's shrimp cocktail and chaos ensues. (3:00) - Nate's first fit: Georgia LB Jalon Walker to Arizona Cardinals (6:30) - Charles' first fit: North Carolina RB Omarion Hampton to Washington Commanders(9:45) - Nate's second fit: Penn State TE Tyler Warren to Seattle Seahawks(14:45) - Charles' second fit: Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell to Tampa Bay Buccaneers (19:20) - Nate's third fit: Texas DB Jahdae Barron to Minnesota Vikings (21:50) - Charles' third fit: Georgia S Malaki Starks to Miami Dolphins (26:50) - Nate's fourth fit: Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery to Kansas City Chiefs (30:00) - Stand on the table: Nate and Charles share their favorite sleeper prospect  Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:

Matt Harmon takes over hosting duties today with Nate under the weather, but don't you worry! Matt and Charles McDonald are still on the ground at the combine in Indianapolis ready to give you their latest draft takes. They start with a conversation about Ashton Jeanty, with C Mac saying he could see the Boise State RB paired with Dan Prescott on the Dallas Cowboys offense. They move on to discuss wide receivers, debating which tiers they would place Trey Harris and Tetairoa McMillan into, and this year's strong tight end class.After that, they talk about Penn State DE Abdul Carter's foot injury and what it means for his draft stock. Then they mull over what the Tennessee Titans should do with the No. 1 overall pick and praise the generational talent of Heisman winner Travis Hunter.We close out the episode with a conversation between Nate Tice, C Mac and Thursday Night Football analytics expert Sam Schwartzstein. The trio cover whether or not the NFL's new kickoff rule was a success, Sam's funniest Jim Harbaugh story from his Stanford days and much more!(2:30) - Skill position draft overview: running backs(12:50) - Skill position draft overview: wide receivers(19:00) - Skill position draft overview: tight ends(26:20) - Will Abdul Carter's injury affect the top of the draft?(37:05) - Charles' counter-culture draft takes(40:55) - Sam Schwartzstein joins the show! 

In this very special edition of Football 301 Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald from radio row in Indianapolis at the 2025 NFL Combine. The guys talk about the players they have their eyes on this week, including Heisman award winner and Colorado WR/CB Travis Hunter, Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan, Miami QB Cam Ward and more! Then Nate speaks to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh about marrying his run-first run style with QB Justin Herbert.(2:40) - General Combine preview(5:20) - Prospect to watch: DT Deone Walker(8:00) - Prospect to watch: OT Will Campbell(12:10) - Prospect to watch: WR/CB Travis Hunter(16:10) - Tight end class talk(18:50) - Prospect to watch: LB Jihaad Campbell(22:00) - Prospect to watch: WR Tet McMillan(24:25) - Cam Ward & players skipping drills(29:30) - CB Will Johnson & more prospects to watch(36:10) - Jim Harbaugh joins the show! 

Off the heels of Monday's AFC episode, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are breaking down the biggest offseason needs for every NFC team, starting with the Dallas Cowboys and the rest of the NFC East. Then they move on to the NFC West, questioning what the Los Angeles Rams will do if they in fact trade wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and the NFC South, diving deep into the New Orleans Saints' disastrous salary cap situation. They finish up the show with the NFC North, taking a look at what the Chicago Bears need to do to support quarterback Caleb Williams and new head coach Ben Johnson.(2:52) NFC East(29:35) NFC West(49:42) NFC South(1:10:10) NFC North

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back to break down the biggest needs for every single AFC team. But first, they debut a new segment as we approach the NFL Draft and focus on Arizona WR Tet McMillan. Then they pivot to the AFC East, where they question what the New York Jets plan to do at quarterback after the team announced they are parting ways with Aaron Rodgers. After that, the guys discuss the AFC North, diving into the biggest needs for the Cincinnati Bengals to place around Joe Burrow and the Steelers quarterback conundrum. Nate and Matt wrap things up with the AFC South and West, asking why the Jacksonville Jaguars still don't have a general manager and suggesting free agent QB Sam Darnold as a good fit for the Las Vegas Raiders.(6:10) - Prospect of the Week: Tet McMillan(14:20) - AFC East(32:15) - AFC North(51:10) - AFC South(1:06:45) - AFC West

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back to talk about all of the biggest storylines and questions looming over the NFL this offseason. They kick things off talking about Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets parting ways, discussing possible landing spots for the 41-year-old quarterback. They also speculate about the futures of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel.Then they zoom out to discuss the franchises that have the biggest questions to answer, starting with the New Orleans Saints and their new head coach Kellen Moore. They also ponder on what the Tennessee Titans will do with the #1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, the contract saga between the Cincinnati Bengals and Ja'Marr Chase and the Jacksonville Jaguars general manager vacancy. They finish the show out with some mailbag questions!(4:30) What's next for Aaron Rodgers?(11:38) Will the Rams trade Matthew Stafford?(19:59) Where will Sam Darnold end up?(27:50) Will the 49ers grant Deebo Samuel's trade request?(31:49) Kellen Moore takes over in New Orleans(41:25) What will the Titans do with the #1 pick?(48:25) What's going on with the Bengals?(52:57) Why don't the Jags have a GM?(59:46) Mailbag!

In this special episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon join you live to break down the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Nate and Matt discuss what went wrong for Kansas City and what made Philadelphia's roster construction and game plan so effective. The guys break down every key moment, from the Chiefs' offensive line woes to the Eagles' defensive line getting after Patrick Mahomes all game long.While the Chiefs couldn't seem to get anything going on offense, with Rashee Rice missing and Travis Kelce struggling in both receiving and blocking, Matt and Nate pinpoint what went wrong. The Chiefs were constantly pressured by the Eagles' four-man rush, and even though the Chiefs' defense hung in there, giving up 40 points was too much to overcome. Nate explains the missed opportunities, like DeAndre Hopkins' crucial drop and what the Chiefs will need to address in the offseason—like bolstering their offensive line and adding more talent to their receiver corps. For the first time in years, the future looks shaky for Kansas City.But this episode isn't just about the Chiefs' struggles; the Eagles also deserve plenty of credit. From Nick Sirianni's leadership to Howie Roseman's masterful roster construction, Matt and Nate give praise to the Eagles for building a team that was built to win big. Whether it's Josh Sweat dominating up front or Cooper DeJean stepping up in big moments, the Eagles' commitment to their unique team-building strategy paid off. Looking ahead, Matt and Nate discuss the possibility of a Philadelphia Super Bowl repeat with Jalen Hurts leading the charge and Howie's continued emphasis on bold strategic moves. Discussion around Drake's unfortunate Super Bowl night and other thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's halftime show wrap things up.(1:20) - Eagles win the Super Bowl!(19:40) - What went wrong for Kansas City(33:00) - Breaking down the Eagles' dominance(50:45) - Kendrick halftime show thoughtsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

Jason Fitz of Inside Coverage, Gerald McCoy of McCoy & Van Noy and Nate Tice of Football 301 link up for a very special NFL roundtable ahead of Super Bowl LIX live from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX. They share insight into how high level athletes prepare for the biggest games of their lives. The guys also discuss how to stop Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and what Andy Reid and Steve Spagnuolo have in store for Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley.(2:05) What's it like to prepare for a big game as a player?(13:34) How can the Eagles stop Patrick Mahomes?(24:22) Can Steve Spagnuolo stop Saquon Barkley?(35:32) What makes Andy Reid so dangerous after a bye week?(40:55) Can the Eagles attack the vulnerabilities on the Chiefs O-line?

Nate Tice, Charles McDonald, and Matt Harmon come to you from the Toyota Land Cruiser set at Super Bowl LIX to give their final thoughts and analysis on the ultimate matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. The guys kick things off with some banter about Charles' run-in with a New Orleans Saints fan Uber driver before diving deep into the key matchups of the big game.As the guys analyze both sides of the ball, the conversation turns to the Chiefs' offense and their methodical style of play. One of the biggest battles to watch will be the Chiefs' offensive line trying to hold up against the Eagles' ferocious defensive line. The Chiefs have weaknesses on both sides of the ball, and the offensive line's ability to protect Patrick Mahomes may be the defining factor in this game. The run game, led by Isiah Pacheco, is a “snoozer matchup," as Matt has little confidence in KC's ability to pop any big runs.Switching to the Eagles' side of the ball, the guys dive into how Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley will look to exploit the Chiefs' defense. While Kansas City is good at stopping explosive runs, Saquon's ability to break off big gains adds a layer of intrigue to the matchup. The Eagles' offensive line, perhaps the most imposing group in the league, will aim to dominate in the trenches. However, the key to this game could be the play of the Chiefs' secondary—especially with standout cornerback Trent McDuffie facing a tall task against Philly's wide receiver duo of A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. After all the analysis, the crew wraps up by giving their final predictions for the game.Later, Nate and Charles are joined by Washington Commanders rookie phenom Jayden Daniels to break down his outstanding season, the finer details of Kliff Kingsbury's offense, building the ultimate receiver out of guys he's played with and more.(2:25) - Chiefs offense vs. Eagles defense(14:55) - Eagles offense vs. Chiefs defense(29:20) - Jayden Daniels joins the show!Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

Hosts Nate Tice, Charles McDonald and Matt Harmon are live and in person at Radio Row in New Orleans as they react to some breaking news, give their favorite moments from the 2024 season and some spicy bold predictions to watch for in 2025. Kicking things off, the crew discusses Myles Garrett's breaking trade request. Which teams should be most interested? The conversation shifts to the Las Vegas Raiders, who made waves by hiring Chip Kelly as their offensive coordinator. What does this mean for their offense moving forward, and what kind of quarterback will Kelly look for?Next, the trio dive into their favorite moments of the 2024 season, from the wild Washington Commanders Hail Mary to the Jameis Winston chaos on Monday Night Football, reminiscing on the standout plays that defined the year.The gang wrap up the episode with bold predictions for the 2025 season, including breakout stars and teams poised to make a leap. Could the Jacksonville Jaguars surprise everyone and make a playoff push with some improvements to their offensive line? Will Anthony Richardson finally put it all together in 2025? Plus, could the Dallas Cowboys break their NFC Championship Game streak? The crew makes their predictions and debates the future of rising stars like Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Marvin Harrison Jr and more.(2:10) - Myles Garrett requests a trade(5:30) - Raiders hire OC Chip Kelly(11:25) - Favorite moments from the 2024 NFL season(29:20) - BOLD predictions for the 2025 seasonSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

Nate Tice is joined by Dane Brugler of the Athletic for a special preview of the 2025 NFL Draft class after the Senior Bowl. They start by talking about the consensus top-2 quarterback prospects in the draft class, the University of Miami's Cam Ward and Colorado's Shedeur Sanders. They then talk about whether Alabama's Jalen Milroe or Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart made a compelling case for QB3 in their Senior Bowl workouts and discuss potential dark horse quarterbacks.They move on to tight ends, one of the stronger position groups in this year's class. Dane was really impressed by Miami's Elijah Arroyo and LSU's Mason Taylor. after their workouts Then the guys move on to their top offensive and defensive line prospects, and debate where Marshall's Mike Green will end up after his viral moment. They finish the show up with a conversation about defensive tackles and defensive backs, then move on to wide receivers to round out the chat.(5:10) - Quarterback class deep dive(22:40) - Tight end class(32:10) - Other offensive standouts(44:00) - Mike Green & other defensive standouts(49:05) - More defensive standouts 

Nate Tice and Matt Harmon are back and breaking down the latest developments in the NFL coaching cycle. They start by lifting the show's ban on the Jacksonville Jaguars to talk about the team hiring former Tampa Bay Buccaneers OC Liam Coen as their head coach after a tumultuous interview process that resulted in the firing of GM Trent Baalke. They also react to Coen's viral “Duval!” chant in his opening press conference. Next, they praise Aaron Glenn for his handling of questions about QB Aaron Rodgers in his opening press conference as the head coach of the New York Jets.The guys move on to the Las Vegas Raiders' surprising hire of Pete Carroll as their new HC, noting that this is a blank slate for the team.They then address Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' comments during Brian Schottenheimer's opening press conference and explain why they felt the team's process left them wanting more.Finally, Nate and Matt go through assistant coaching hires, starting with the Chicago Bears hiring 28-year-old Declan Doyle and the Detroit Lions hiring John Morton  as their offensive coordinators, respectively. Then they break down the reasons why Klint Kubiak's hire as the OC for the Seattle Seahawks could be great for QB Geno Smith. They wrap up the show by talking about the Houston Texans firing OC Bobby Slowik and address the rumors that Chip Kelly could fill his role.(3:10) - Jaguars hire HC Liam Coen(17:05) - Jets hire HC Aaron Glenn(26:55) - Raiders hire HC Pete Carroll(36:55) - Cowboys hire HC Brian Schottenheimer(49:20) - Favorite assistant coach hires

Fresh off of the Championship Sunday games, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon recap the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs punching their tickets to Super Bowl LIX. The guys start off discussing the nail biter between the Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills, with Patrick Mahomes and Chris Jones showing up big time to make the clutch plays. Then, they move on to the Eagles blowout win over the Washington Commanders, breaking down the outstanding play of Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and A.J. Brown to set up the Super Bowl LVII rematch.Finally, Nate and Matt conduct postmortems for the Commanders and the Bills and discuss how the teams can build around quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Josh Allen, respectively.(1:14) Chiefs 32 def. Bills 29(18:28) Eagles 55 def. Commanders 23(40:38) Where do the Commanders go from here?(52:37) Where do the Bills go from here?

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are back with a deep dive preview of the NFC and AFC Championship matchups. They start with the Washington Commanders taking on their NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles, focusing first on Jayden Daniels and the offense and how they matchup against Jalen Carter and the Eagles defensive line. Then they flip things over to the other side of the ball where they question if Jalen Hurts can limit mistakes against the Commanders defense.The guys then preview the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs, starting with a focus on Josh Allen vs. the Chiefs defense. Then they praise Patrick Mahomes' ability to lead a lackluster Chiefs offense back to a seventh-straight AFC Championship.They finish things up with a Shrine Bowl preview ahead of Charles' trip to the game. They focus on attendees Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders and East Carolina DB Shavon Revel, while also discussing some under-the-radar players. They also take a look inside the mailbag, where they discuss the 49ers Super Bowl window.(1:45) - Commanders offense vs. Eagles defense(14:30) - Eagles offense vs. Commanders defense(24:55) - Bills offense vs. Chiefs defense(39:30) - Chiefs offense vs. Bills defense(54:10) - Shrine Bowl preview(1:02:35) - Mailbag questions of the week

In today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down the latest NFL coaching hires and what they mean for the future of the league. The duo starts off by breaking down the high-profile hiring of Ben Johnson, the new Chicago Bears head coach. Harmon and Tice explore what Johnson's arrival could mean for future Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, and whether the young signal caller can thrive in a system tailored to his strengths.Next, the guys analyze the return of Mike Vrabel to the New England Patriots, where he'll work to reinstate his tough, no-nonsense culture. Tice and Harmon discuss how Vrabel, fresh off a stint with the Tennessee Titans, will reshape a Patriots squad that's been in transition, especially after a lackluster 2024 season. Next, the duo take a closer look at the most exciting assistant coach hires across the league, including Lou Anarumo as the Indianapolis Colts' DC and Jeff Ulbrich as the Atlanta Falcons' defensive coordinator.Finally, the podcast wraps up by exploring the league's five remaining head coach openings, including the New Orleans Saints, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and more, as Tice and Harmon break down the frontrunners for each opening.(1:35) - Bears hire HC Ben Johnson(22:00) - Patriots hire HC Mike Vrabel(34:10) - Favorite assistant coach hires(54:50) - Latest news on the remaining HC openingsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

Championship matchups are set and Nate Tice and Charles McDonald are here to break down the Divisional Round, starting with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills getting the best of the Baltimore Ravens. Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews committed some pivotal turnovers to send the Bills to the AFC Championship vs. the Kansas City Chiefs.Later on, the guys discuss Saquon Barkley and the Philadelphia Eagles defense taking care of defense vs. Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams. They also question how far Jalen Hurts can take Philly's passing game with receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith not getting the ball as much as expected. Next the Eagles will face their NFC East rivals, the Washington Commanders, who pulled off the stunning upset of the Detroit Lions behind the spectacular play of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Nate and Charles lament the mistakes made by the Lions, including Jared Goff's four turnovers.Finally, they break down the Kansas City Chiefs beating the Houston Texans and discuss the ongoing discourse about the way Patrick Mahomes is treated by the referees.(1:34) Bills 27 def. Ravens 25(13:38) Eagles 28 def. Rams 22(28:43) Commanders 45 def. Lions 31(41:19) Chiefs 23 def. Texans 14

Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive deep into every matchup of the Divisional Round, looking at both sides of the ball for the remaining eight playoff teams. They kick the pod off with the Houston Texans visiting the reigning two-time Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Can the struggling Texans offensive line protect C.J. Stroud against Chris Jones and the Chiefs defense? And will the Texans defense follow up their impressive Wild Card performance with an encore against Patrick Mahomes? Next, the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions, fresh off their bye. They question whether Jayden Daniels' tendency towards late game heroics will be enough to get the best of Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery.The guys also take a look at the Los Angeles Rams matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles and whether LA's young defensive core can do enough to slow down Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley. Finally, the hosts dive into the Baltimore Ravens vs. the Buffalo Bills and the battle of MVP favorites Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen. Which superstar will prevail?(2:20) Houston Texans @ Kansas City Chiefs(22:10) Washington Commanders @ Detroit Lions(35:05) Los Angeles Rams @ Philadelphia Eagles(46:50) Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo BillsSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

In this episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon dive into the aftermath of Wild Card Weekend, offering every team that took an L in the Wild Card round both a full postmortem and a potential offseason plan. They begin by revisiting the Minnesota Vikings' season, highlighting Sam Darnold's commendable but ultimately unsuccessful stint as quarterback. Matt likens Darnold's Vikings tenure to Game of Thrones' tragic Robb Stark, while Nate dissects the ongoing issues with Minnesota's offensive line and the team's need for drastic improvements.Next, the duo shifts focus to the Los Angeles Chargers, who just didn't have the juice to hang against the Houston Texans. Nate points out how the Chargers' reliance on star power left them vulnerable, and the Texans' dominant defensive line exposed their shortcomings. But it's not all doom and gloom for the Chargers, as the team has solid foundations to build on. The conversation shifts to the Green Bay Packers, where the young roster showed flashes but ultimately couldn't put together consistent performances. Matt and Nate break down the need for a clearer offensive identity. The duo also hit on the Pittsburgh Steelers, who need to take a look in the mirror after yet another early playoff exit.The episode wraps up with a look at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Denver Broncos. Matt questions whether Tampa's offense can sustain its momentum, particularly with impending changes at offensive coordinator. Despite Bowles' underperforming defense, the Buccaneers could still be a threat in a weak NFC South. Meanwhile, the Broncos' season is viewed as a success, given their offensive turnaround. Nate and Matt discuss how Denver's strong defense and improving offense could set them up for a brighter future.(2:20) - Vikings(24:30) - Chargers(36:50) - Packers(48:10) - Steelers(56:45) - Buccaneers(1:07:25) - BroncosSubscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: 

With five of six Wild Card games over and done, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down the first round of NFL playoff action. They kick things off discussing rookie phenom Jayden Daniels' impressive road performance over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to lead the Washington Commanders to their first playoff win in 20 years, with help from a doink in walk-off field goal from Zane Gonzalez. Next, they talk about the Philadelphia Eagles' defense showing up to send the Green Bay Packers packing.Later in the show, the guys discuss Josh Allen and James Cook running all over the Denver Broncos, as the Buffalo Bills dominated on the ground and in the air. They also discuss the Baltimore Ravens, who got out to an early lead over the Pittsburgh Steelers and never let their foot off the gas, with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry going off for two touchdowns each.They close out the show with the Houston Texans' win over the Los Angeles Chargers as Houston's defense comes up huge to intercept Justin Herbert four times and C.J. Stroud playing a solid game as they eye a divisional matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.(2:19) Commanders 23 def. Buccaneers 20(9:08)  Eagles 22 def. Packers 10(20:50) Bills 31 def. Broncos 7(29:54) Ravens 28 def. Steelers 14(42:13) Texans 32 def. Chargers 12