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Mina and Ben Solak break down the Bears' 27-7 win over the Eagles on Monday Night Football, including Case Keenum's performance, Philadelphia's struggles on both sides of the ball, how the Eagles can fix their defense, and what to make of the Bears defense through three weeks. Then, Mina hands out her Week 3 Winners & Woofs! The Raiders and Browns earn Winner honors after impressive performances, while the Patriots and Texans land in the Woof column after rough outings. (0:00) Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny!(0:25) MNF Recap: Bears Defeat Eagles(1:58) Case Keenum Delivers In Monday Night Win Vs. Eagles(5:10) Eagles Defense Struggles In 27-7 Loss To Bears(11:52) How Do The Eagles Fix Their Defense?(13:22) Eagles Offense Struggles In Loss To Bears(24:30) Breaking Down The Bears Defense(27:28) Week 3 Winner: Las Vegas Raiders(35:49) Week 3 Winner: Cleveland Browns(43:11) Week 3 Woof: New England Patriots(54:14) Week 3 Woof: Houston Texans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah reacts to every game from the NFL Week 3 Sunday slate. DJ shares his thoughts on the Raiders' 3-0 start, the Steelers' big day offensively, Drake Maye's struggles, the Ravens and Broncos thrilling wins, the Commanders upset over Seahawks and more. Plus, Mason Graham is emerging as a dominant force on the Browns defense, Sonny Styles had a big day, and how about the tight ends! Giving George Kittle, Brock Bowers, Harold Fannin Jr., Darnell Washington, Tyler Warren and plenty more their flowers after bid days. Additionally, DJ addresses the Chargers' improbable loss, Jahmyr Gibbs' continued excellence, Will Anderson Jr.'s dominance, Kyler Murray and more. TIMECODES: (0:00) Intro (1:15) Broncos-Rams reaction (4:45) Ravens-Cowboys reaction (10:01) Raiders-Saints reaction (14:33) Jaguars-Patriots reaction (19:10) Steelers-Bengals reaction (23:23) Colts-Texans reaction (26:32) Commanders-Seahawks reaction (30:37) Bills-Chargers reaction (35:40) Browns-Panthers reaction (41:32) 49ers-Cardinals reaction (44:20) Vikings-Buccaneers reaction (48:08) Lions-Jets reaction (50:42) Chiefs-Dolphins reaction (53:08) Giants-Titans reaction (55:12) Subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 3 is here! Domonique Foxworth joins Mina to preview all 16 games on the NFL slate. They break down the biggest matchups, storylines and keys to every game — and make their picks for all 16. Which teams are ready to make a statement? Who needs a bounce-back week? And which matchups could surprise them? Every game. Every pick. Let's get into Week 3! (0:00) Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny! (0:42 Week 3 Preview  (1:36) Falcons @ Packers Preview (5:36) Bengals @ Steelers Preview (10:20) Patriots @ Jaguars Preview (18:28) Titans @ Giants Preview (21:02) Seahawks @ Commanders Preview (24:20) Jets @ Lions Preview (28:45) Panthers @ Browns Preview (31:36) Chiefs @ Dolphins Preview (33:40) Chargers @ Bills Preview (37:46) Texans @ Colts Preview (43:42) Cardinals @ 49ers Preview (47:04) Vikings @ Buccaneers Preview (51:58) Raiders @ Saints Preview (1:00:18) Ravens @ Cowboys Preview (1:06:10) Rams @ Broncos Preview (1:11:55) Eagles @ Bears Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes opens the show with breaking news on Jaxson Dart, whose knee injury is reportedly worse than initially anticipated and could cause him to miss the rest of the season. Then, Ben Solak joins Mina to recap Monday Night Football, where the Rams dominated an injury-plagued Giants team. They break down Aaron Donald's first game back from retirement, what his return means for an already-loaded Rams defense and everything that stood out from the Rams' win. Plus, Mina and Ben give their Week 2 Winners & Woofs, including the Bengals defense after holding the Texans to just six points, the Broncos after their win over the Jaguars, and a pair of 0-2 teams in the Chargers and Buccaneers landing in the Woof column. (0:00) Breaking News: Jaxson Dart could miss rest of season (1:39) MNF Recap: Rams defeat Giants (4:05) Rams offense, Davante Adams (13:37) Matthew Stafford's performance (14:37) Aaron Donald returns, Rams defense (22:40) Jaxson Dart Injury (27:13) Winner: Bengals defense (33:55) Winner: Broncos (40:17) Woof: Chargers (48:52) Woof: Buccaneers (54:47) Looking ahead to Week 3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah recaps all the games from NFL Week 2 Sunday. What went wrong AGAIN for Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers? It was vintage Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce Sunday night, and the Colts defense looks rough. Plus, this is the Dak Prescott and Denver Broncos we were expecting, as the Cowboys and Denver picked up a pair of big wins. What is wrong with Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers? DJ also takes a deeper look at Jaylen Waddle, Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns, Drew Lock and the Seattle Seahawks, Tyler Shough and the New Orleans Saints, DeVonta Smith and the Philadelphia Eagles, Dexter Lawrence and the Cincinnati Bengals, Dallas Turner and the Minnesota Vikings, Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers, the New England Patriots defense, Lukas Van Ness, Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers, and why the Pittsburgh Steelers and Atlanta Falcons are struggling SO much offensively. Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (1:02) Chiefs-Colts reaction (5:32) Bengals-Texans reaction (11:02) Broncos-Jaguars reaction (14:55) Saints-Ravens reaction (18:04) Raiders-Chargers reaction (23:50) Vikings-Bears reaction (28:47) Cowboys-Commanders reaction (32:27) Browns-Buccaneers reaction (38:09) Patriots-Steelers reaction (42:23) Eagles-Titans reaction (46:24) Packers-Jets reaction (49:25) Panthers-Falcons reaction (54:44) Seahawks-Cardinals reaction (1:00:00) 49ers-Dolphins reaction (1:04:13) Subscribe! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah joins Mina to preview EVERY SINGLE GAME on the Week 2 slate. They go matchup by matchup and give their keys to each game, including the Lions-Bills, Bengals-Texans, Giants-Rams on Monday Night Football and everything in between. Plus, they give picks for all 16 games. (0:00) Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny! (1:58) Lions @ Bills Preview (9:42) Panthers @ Falcons Preview  (13:14) Browns @ Buccaneers Preview  (17:04) Bengals @ Texans Preview  (23:20) Packers @ Jets Preview  (27:55) Eagles @ Titans Preview  (32:16) Vikings @ Bears Preview (37:54) Saints @ Ravens Preview  (39:48) Steelers @ Patriots Preview  (43:15) Jaguars @ Broncos Preview  (51:07) Raiders @ Chargers Preview (57:09) Dolphins @ 49ers Preview  (59:06) Commanders @ Cowboys Preview  (1:01:31) Seahawks @ Cardinals Preview  (1:05:29) Colts @ Chiefs Preview  (1:10:35) Giants @ Rams Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes is joined by Ben Solak to break down Monday Night Football, starting with the Chiefs' dominant win over the Broncos. They discuss Kansas City's rushing attack, concerns about the passing game, Bo Nix's struggles and what needs to change for Denver. Then it's time for Week 1 Winners & Woofs! Mina and Ben highlight the Bills and Ravens offenses before digging into their Week 1 woofs: the Cowboys defense and Packers offensive line. (0:00) Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny! (1:08) Chiefs Defeat Broncos 31-10 (2:22) Chiefs' Dominant Rushing Attack (9:06) Chiefs' Passing Game (13:59) Broncos' Defense Concerns (16:16) Bo Nix Struggles (20:58) Chiefs' Solid Defense (25:30) Broncos' Offensive Adjustments  (27:06) Winner: Bills Offense (35:38) Winner: Ravens Offense (43:55) Woof: Cowboys Defense (51:12) Woof: Packers Offensive Line Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richard Sherman joins Kevin Clark to break down the Bills-Lions matchup, explain why he's concerned about the Cowboys' defense, and reveal what makes Mike Macdonald one of the NFL's best defensive minds. Sherman also opens up about his special relationship with Kobe Bryant, his favorite underrated teammate, the NFL's best defensive backs and what he's learned from working on Thursday Night Football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark recaps Week 1 of the NFL season, breaking down the biggest winners, losers and early takeaways from around the league. Kevin explains why the Buffalo Bills and Chicago Bears now look like legitimate Super Bowl contenders after impressive Week 1 performances, with a closer look at Josh Allen, Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson and the changes that could make both teams dangerous. The episode also covers Lamar Jackson and the Ravens, the Bengals' improving offensive line, the Vikings' defense and Jordan Love, the Browns' disastrous loss to Jacksonville, Deshaun Watson's struggles, the Eagles, Lions, Chargers, Commanders and more. Kevin examines which preseason expectations have already been validated, which teams raised serious concerns, and why elite pass rushers and explosive offenses could define the NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is finally back, and Kevin Clark kicks off the episode by officially locking in his 2026 NFL predictions with division winners, wild-card teams and his Super Bowl pick. After declaring his offseason picks non-binding, Kevin makes it official: Eagles over Bengals in the Super Bowl. Then Kevin is joined by Falcons star Bijan Robinson to discuss his evolution as a running back, why identifying the “free hitter” has become such an important part of his game, what he learned studying Adrian Peterson, and why a dominant running game can completely change the way a defense plays. Bijan also talks about the Falcons, Kevin Stefanski and Tommy Rees, his relationship with Matt Ryan, Atlanta's underrated players and his goals for the upcoming season. Former NFL quarterback Trent Green then joins Kevin to discuss quarterback development in the modern NFL, why young quarterbacks are being pushed onto the field faster than ever, and the difficult-to-measure processing skills that separate successful quarterbacks from everyone else. Green also revisits the 2007 Miami Dolphins, the early days of the Greatest Show on Turf, the famous Chiefs-Colts playoff shootout, and his memories of Priest Holmes. Plus, Trent names his ultimate NFL “bada**” and tells an incredible Brian Waters story from his days in Kansas City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Jeremiah joins Kevin Clark to preview the NFL season and share some of his boldest predictions. DJ picks the Philadelphia Eagles to win the Super Bowl, explains why he expects a bounce-back season from C.J. Stroud, and shares his expectations for Cam Ward. He also picks his quarterback for the next 10 years, discusses how much draft information he really knows before draft night, and names some of the most impressive players he's ever scouted. Plus, a conversation about roster building, Jalen Hurts, the Eagles' underrated depth, preseason overreactions, and what it takes to play with conviction at the NFL level. Check out the ManningCast Heist here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfXJynWRdtU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes is joined by Domonique Foxworth to preview EVERY SINGLE GAME on the Week 1 slate. They go matchup by matchup and break down the keys to each game, including the Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl rematch, 49ers-Rams in Australia, Broncos-Chiefs on Monday Night Football and everything in between. Plus, Mina and Domonique make their picks for all 16 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's last call before the 2026 NFL season kicks off! Mina Kimes is joined by Nate Tice to put their final takes and predictions on the record before the games begin. Which AFC team is best equipped to take down the Rams? Plus, they discuss teams that could surprise them (or make them look very dumb), breakout players and coaches, QBs they might be talking about very differently by the end of the year, and more. The takes are locked in. Let's see how they age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Move the Sticks with Daniel Jeremiah Episode 1 is here! The long-running pod is back with the same name but a different home. In the first episode, DJ breaks down his lists of FIVE quarterbacks and teams he thinks could go from good to GREAT this season. Is DJ too high on  the Cowboys or is this the year Dallas can collectively put it all together? Are the Chargers poised to have the best year in the Justin Herbert era? Then, Eagles GM Howie Roseman joins the show to break down various moves the Eagles made this offseason, what makes Cooper DeJean and Jalen Hurts special and what the key is to Philadelphia's sustained success defensively. Finally, DJ looks back on some hits and misses from past drafts before taking a trip down memory lane to when the FIRST ever MTS aired in 2009. | Move the Sticks Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (1:51) Players & teams going from good to great (4:32) Texans good to GREAT (5:56) Broncos good to GREAT (7:08) Rams good to GREAT (7:58) Chargers good to GREAT (8:25) Cowboys good to GREAT (9:50) Counter arguments on DJ's list (12:52) Other teams that could make the leap (15:57) QBs that will go from good to GREAT (25:36) Other QBs that could make the leap (27:17) The defense destined to dominate this season (29:47) Howie Roseman joins the show! (32:11) How Howie has grown as a GM (34:04) Why the Eagles invested in Jordan Davis & Jalen Carter (36:29) What goes into knowing a player can fit in (38:25) Why versatility is important in modern NFL (41:25) Jalen Hurts' greatest quality (43:32) The NFC is sneaky loaded (45:22) How depth has been crucial to recent success (47:02) What makes Willie Lampkin special (50:27) Reliving Eagles 2010 win over NYG (53:27) Thanks to Howie (53:47) Stories from the Eagles days (57:17) Hits and misses (1:03:07) Taking a trip down memory lane (1:04:57) Looking back on first MTS episode (1:08:14) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Mike Golic Jr. for their annual NFL Team Draft! Mina and Mike take turns drafting all 32 teams as they compete to build the highest-scoring roster for the 2026 season. Here's the updated scoring system:

Mina is joined by Aaron Schatz to break down the biggest NFL news of the week, starting with Aaron Donald's return to the Rams and what it means for an already loaded defense. How can opposing offenses counter L.A., and just how high should expectations be for the Rams this season? Plus, Mina and Aaron dive into the quarterback situations in Las Vegas and Atlanta, including when Fernando Mendoza could get his opportunity and whether the Falcons should start Tua Tagovailoa or Michael Penix Jr. They also discuss how the Packers and Broncos will adjust to the absences of Josh Jacobs and Jonathon Cooper, what the Chargers offense could look like under Mike McDaniel, and which backup quarterbacks have caught their eye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Robert Mays for a little football therapy ahead of the 2026 NFL season! They talk through some of the biggest questions they have heading into Week 1 and try to make sense of the teams, players and storylines they can't stop thinking about. Then, the Fantasy Footballers join the show for the first time for some FANTASY FOOTBALL therapy! They talk through the players they can't decide whether or not to draft, who they're buying, who they're staying away from and which players might be worth the risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Pizzuta joins Mina to break down everything that stood out from Week 2 of the NFL preseason! We discuss the latest surrounding 49ers owner Jed York being arrested and the Browns officially naming Deshaun Watson their starting quarterback for week 1. Then, Mina shares her takeaways from Fernando Mendoza's second preseason game, concerns about the Raiders' wide receiver room, and what to make of the Rams' backup quarterback situation. Plus, quick reactions to the preseason performances of Jordan Love, Bo Nix, Jayden Daniels, Geno Smith, and Bryce Young before highlighting some more of the biggest preseason standouts from around the league. Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! 1:00 49ers Owner Jed York Arrested 2:05 Browns Name Deshaun Watson Starting QB 15:38 Thoughts On Mendoza After 2nd Preseason Game 19:20 Raiders WRs Concerns 21:48 What To Make Of The Rams Backup QB Situation  28:45 Quick Preseason QB Reactions: Jordan Love 32:05 Quick Preseason QB Reactions: Bo Nix 34:50 Quick Preseason QB Reactions: Jayden Daniels 38:15 Quick Preseason QB Reactions: Geno Smith 41:45 Quick Preseason QB Reactions: Bryce Young 45:00 Preseason Standouts: Rueben Bain Jr. 48:20 Preseason Standouts: R. Mason Thomas 50:50 Preseason Standouts: Jack Strand 55:24 Preseason Standouts: De'Zhaun Stribling 57:43 Preseason Standouts: Kyle Williams 58:43 Preseason Standouts: Arvell Reese 1:01:42 See you next time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina and Jon Ledyard to break down the AFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They discuss the offense and defense of the Steelers, Ravens, Bengals and Browns, examining what each team does well, where they could struggle, and the biggest questions they'll have to answer this season. To wrap things up, they rank the division from first to fourth and make our picks for who takes home the AFC North crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who has the most loaded roster in the NFL? Kevin Clark and Sheil Kapadia rank their five favorites heading into the 2026 season, including the Rams, Eagles, Broncos, Lions, and Seahawks. They debate why the Eagles are being underrated, whether Denver is ready to make a Super Bowl run, how much credit Mike McDonald deserves for Seattle's title, and why the Rams stand alone at No. 1. Plus, they debate which team has the best roster without its star quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark joins Mina Kimes to break down everything that stood out from Week 1 of the NFL preseason! They dive into the Browns' QB battle, the Falcons' quarterback situation, and what they saw from Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson in their debuts. Plus, they discuss Cam Ward's struggles, the Eagles' new-look offense, the Bengals offense, and more takeaways from around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jayden Daniels, Derrick Henry, Sonny Styles, Dan Quinn and Declan Doyle join the show from Ravens and Commanders training camp. Jayden Daniels breaks down his transition into a new offense, the freedom he has at the line of scrimmage, learning from quarterbacks like Matthew Stafford and Jared Goff, and what he took away from a difficult second season. He also reveals which defender gives him the most pause and names the most bada** player on the Commanders. Then, rookie linebacker Sonny Styles talks about his transition from safety to linebacker, the challenge of defending Jayden Daniels and Marcus Mariota every day, and why Tommy Eichenberg is one of the toughest players he's ever been around. Dan Quinn joins the conversation to discuss Daniels' development, the explosive-play potential of the new offense and what Styles' rare athleticism can bring to Washington's defense. In Baltimore, new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle explains his philosophy of putting pressure on the defense, what he learned from Sean Payton and Ben Johnson, and how he's approaching his first season running the Ravens' offense. Finally, Derrick Henry discusses Baltimore's new offense, the return of value to the running back position, the importance of the run game and why you still have to be able to run the football to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark sits down with Jordan Love, Matt LaFleur, Jonathan Gannon, Kevin O'Connell and Andrew Van Ginkel to break down the Packers and Vikings ahead of the 2026 season. Love discusses finishing games and his development, LaFleur breaks down his quarterback's evolution and the rise of 13 personnel, while Gannon explains why trick plays are changing the NFL. O'Connell dives into the Vikings' QB competition and the league's defensive evolution, and Van Ginkel breaks down Brian Flores' unpredictable defense. Plus: Randy Moss stories and plenty of NFC North insight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes is joined by Carmen Vitali to break down the NFC North ahead of the 2026 NFL season, starting with the breaking news that Kyler Murray has been named the Vikings' QB1. Mina and Carmen discuss what the move means for Minnesota before diving into the Packers, Lions and Bears, examining what each team does well, where they could struggle, and the biggest questions they'll have to answer this season. To wrap things up, they rank the division from first to fourth and make their picks for who takes home the NFC North crown. (0:00) NFC North Preview (1:10) Kyler Murray named Vikings QB1 (5:46 ) Vikings offense  (15:56) Vikings defense (24:25) Lions offense (33:15) Lions defense (40:58) Bears offense (53:12) Bears defense (59:10) Packers offense  (1:08:38) Packers defense  (1:13:45) Ranking NFC North Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Solak joins Mina to predict the 2026 NFL Awards. They make their picks for every major award, plus their favorite dark horses to make a run. Fundraiser to help Diego go to Yale! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark heads to Detroit Lions training camp for three in-depth conversations with quarterback Jared Goff, general manager Brad Holmes, and new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. Together, they discuss why the Lions believe they're entering 2026 with renewed hunger, how the organization has built one of the NFL's premier contenders, and what it will take to make the next step toward a Super Bowl. Jared Goff explains why patience is disappearing in quarterback development, why too many young passers are expected to succeed immediately, and what separates elite quarterbacks from the rest. He also talks about his chemistry with Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams, Detroit's passionate fan base, and the mindset driving the Lions this season. Brad Holmes shares how the Lions have kept their championship window open through youth development, why he believes the team's hunger has returned, and why he thinks Jared Goff remains one of the NFL's most underrated quarterbacks. Drew Petzing discusses taking over one of football's best offenses, his player-first offensive philosophy, and why Goff's anticipation and ability to throw receivers open make him one of the league's elite signal-callers. He also shares his first impressions of Dan Campbell and the culture that's made Detroit one of the NFL's model organizations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Training camp is here, and This Is Football hits the road with stops in Buffalo and Cleveland to check in with two franchises entering pivotal seasons. First, Kevin Clark sits down with new Bills head coach Joe Brady and reigning MVP Josh Allen to discuss their evolving partnership, Buffalo's championship mindset, the addition of D.J. Moore, and why team chemistry could be the difference in 2026. Plus, Brandon Beane breaks down the Bills' defensive overhaul, roster-building philosophy, and what it will take to finally bring a Super Bowl to Buffalo. Then it's off to Cleveland, where Shedeur Sanders opens up about blocking out the noise, staying present, and competing for the Browns' starting quarterback job. General manager Andrew Berry explains the team's vision under new head coach Todd Monken, while Monken shares what he's learned about his new team, his approach to developing quarterbacks, and why asking questions is one of the most underrated traits in football. Guests: Josh Allen & Joe Brady Brandon Beane Shedeur Sanders Andrew Berry Todd Monken Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brett Kollmann joins Mina Kimes to preview the AFC South ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They break down the Texans, Colts, Jaguars, and Titans, discussing each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and the key questions they'll face this season. They wrap up by ranking the division from top to bottom and making their predictions for who will win the AFC South. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott Van Pelt joins Mina for the final NFL Power Rankings episode! Mina puts two teams head-to-head, SVP chooses which one he'd rank higher, and the other team drops to face a new challenger. They repeat the process until all 32 teams are ranked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Training camp is here, which means football is officially back. Kevin Clark and Gregg Rosenthal preview the biggest NFL storylines entering camp, including the 49ers' outlook, Sean Payton's decision to hand over play-calling duties, Detroit's roster questions, quarterback battles around the league, and several under-the-radar storylines that could shape the 2026 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina joined by Gregg Rosenthal to preview the NFC South ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They break down the Panthers, Saints, Falcons and Bucs, highlighting each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and questions on both offense and defense. Then, they rank the division from top to bottom and make our predictions for who comes out on top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is back. Finally. Peter welcomes the start of the 2026 season with the realization that this year is as wide open as any he can remember. New coaches. Players with chips on their shoulders. Several ascending teams. A quick whip around the league shows just how up in the air this year's season will be. Then, 34-year-old Christian Parker, the youngest DC in Dallas Cowboys history, joins to discuss his career path, his mentors, his former players, and current players in the 2026 Dallas Cowboys defense. Timecodes: 00:00 Welcome To The Schrager Hour! 00:50 2026 NFL Season is Wide Open 09:25 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour 10:35 Christian Parker's Journey to Coaching in the NFL 19:25 Lessons from Coaches and Developing a Leadership Style 20:40 Coaching with Sean Payton and the Broncos 23:10 Interacting with Aaron Rodgers During His MVP Seasons 24:25 Working with Vic Fangio and the Eagles 26:30 Coaching C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Darius Slay 29:15 Preparing for Super Bowl LIX 31:21 Cooper DeJean's Development 33:03 Becoming the Youngest Defensive Coordinator in Cowboys History 35:25 Coaching Caleb Downs 36:35 Relationships with Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark 37:15 Coaching Quinnen Williams 38:10 Christian Parker Joins The Schrager Hour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Simmons joins Mina for the fourth NFL Power Rankings episode! Mina puts two teams head-to-head, Bill chooses which one he'd rank higher, and the other team drops to face a new challenger. They repeat the process until they've ranked all 32 teams heading into the 2026 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Hayden Winks to preview the AFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They break down the Chiefs, Broncos, Chargers and Raiders, highlighting each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and questions on both offense and defense. Then, they rank the division from top to bottom and make our predictions for who comes out on top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique Foxworth takes over the Power Hour hot seat! The script is flipped and Domonique presents Mina with two NFL teams at a time, Mina decides which one belongs higher in the rankings, and the losing team stays on the board to face the next challenger. They keep it going until they've ranked all 32 teams heading into the 2026 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes is joined by Danny Kelly to preview the NFC West ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They break down the Seahawks, Rams, Cardinals, and 49ers, highlighting each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and questions on both offense and defense. Then, they rank the division from top to bottom and make their predictions for who comes out on top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brandon Perna joins me for the second NFL Power Rankings episode! I put two teams head-to-head, Brandon chooses which one he'd rank higher, and the other team drops to face a new challenger. We repeat the process until we've ranked all 32 teams heading into the 2026 NFL season. Where do you agree? Where do you think we got it wrong? Sound off in the comments! 0:00 Welcome to The Mina Kimes show featuring Lenny! 2:00 Pick 1 4:28 Pick 2 6:28 Pick 3 8:31 Pick 4 11:38 Pick 5 13:15 Pick 6 15:33 Pick 7 16:58 Pick 8 18:28 Pick 9 20:30 Pick 10 21:55 Pick 11 22:38 Pick 12 24:35 Pick 13 25:35 Pick 14 26:50 Pick 15 28:23 Pick 16 28:55 Pick 17 30:10 Pick 18 32:05 Pick 19 33:25 Pick 20 35:00 Pick 21 36:25 Pick 22 37:45 Pick 23 39:13 Pick 24 40:38 Pick 25 42:52 Pick 26 45:28 Pick 27 47:35 Pick 28 50:13 Pick 29 52:10 Pick 30 53:07 Pick 31/32 55:45 Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bowl champion and longtime Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David joins Kevin Clark to reflect on one of the NFL's most consistent and accomplished careers. Lavonte discusses his transition into retirement, the evolution of the linebacker position, defending today's offenses, playing alongside Tom Brady, and helping lead Todd Bowles' championship defense. He also shares the story of nearly quitting football before his career took off, his journey from junior college to Nebraska, the toughest offenses he ever faced, and the one play he'd most like to have back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Anthony Prohaska to preview the AFC East ahead of the 2026 NFL season. We break down the Patriots, Jets, Bills, and Dolphins, highlighting each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and questions on both offense and defense. Then, they rank the division from top to bottom and make our predictions for who comes out on top. Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome to The Mina Kimes show featuring Lenny! 1:10 AFC East Preview 2:15 Patriots Offense Preview 14:48 Patriots Defense Preview 23:07 Jets Offense Preview 34:45 Jets Defense Preview 42:35 Bill Offense Preview 54:42 Bills Defense Preview 1:07:08 Dolphins Offense Preview 1:15:25 Dolphins Defense Preview 1:20:15 What Does Success Look Like For The Dolphins? 1:24:31 Ranking the AFC East Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Ryan Clark is back for our annual NFL Power Rankings episode! I put two teams head-to-head, Ryan chooses which one he'd rank higher, and the other team drops to face a new challenger. We repeat the process until we've ranked all 32 teams heading into the 2026 NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nate Tice joins the show for a full breakdown of the biggest NFL breakout candidates heading into the 2026 season. Kevin & Nate explore which players, coaches, offenses, and defenses are positioned to make the leap this year, including: • The potential impact of Jim Leonhard taking over the Buffalo Bills defense • Why Brian Schottenheimer could unlock a dangerous Dallas Cowboys offense • How Mike McDaniel and Omarion Hampton could transform the Los Angeles Chargers attack • Why the Cincinnati Bengals defense could emerge as one of the AFC's biggest surprises • Under-the-radar breakout names like Patrick Paul As training camp approaches, this episode highlights the names and teams that could define the upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Derrik Klassen to preview the NFC East ahead of the 2026 NFL season. They break down the Eagles, Cowboys, Commanders, and Giants, highlighting each team's biggest strengths, weaknesses, and questions on both offense and defense. Then, they rank the division from top to bottom and make our predictions for who comes out on top. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices