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Listeners of Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio that love the show mention:The Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio podcast is a must-listen for any NFL fan. With the perfect balance of knowledge, analysis, and humor, this show keeps listeners informed and entertained. Florio's instincts and predictions are often spot-on, while Chris Simms brings a depth of football knowledge that is second to none. The chemistry between the hosts is evident and makes for an enjoyable listening experience.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the extensive breakdown and discussion of games. Unlike other mainstream shows that engage in hot take debates, Florio and Simms spend a significant amount of time analyzing and dissecting games. Their analysis is what sets this show apart from others, providing valuable insights for fans.
However, there are some downsides to the podcast as well. One common criticism is the sound mixing, which can be erratic at times. The transition from quiet talking to loud music or ads can be jarring for listeners, especially if they're in a quiet environment. Investing in better sound production would greatly enhance the overall listening experience.
In conclusion, The Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio podcast is a top-notch source of NFL news and analysis. The combination of Florio's instincts and Simms' football knowledge creates a dynamic duo that keeps listeners engaged and informed. While there may be some areas that could be improved upon, such as sound mixing, overall this podcast delivers on its promise to provide insightful and entertaining content for NFL fans.
00:50 – Will Micah Parsons get a new contract?09:22 – Will Bengals sign Trey Hendrickson and Shemar Stewart?14:50 – Will Commanders sign Terry McLaurin?16:15 – Tua Tagovailoa: Relationship with Tyreek Hill is still a work in progress20:00 – Will NFLPA learn from its Lloyd Howell mistake? 31:30 – Florio opens the mailbag to answer questions about agents relationships with the League and union, flag football, and his favorite football movies.
Mike Florio and Pablo Torre take a deep dive into the current chaos surrounding the NFLPA. 03:50 – Florio + Pablo's origin story and how it all leads back to Jordon Hudson11:50 – Lloyd Howell incurred strip-club expenses while running NFLPA19:40 – What's next at NFLPA?23:30 – JC Tretter denies having role in hiding collusion ruling36:15 – When did Tretter realize Lloyd Howell had to resign?
2:20 – Latest with NFLPA/JC Tretter resigns from NFLPA15:15 --- President Trump demands Commanders change name19:25 --- Titans QB Will Levis out for season (shoulder)21:15 --- Lions LB Alex Anzalone passes conditioning test/misses practice hamstring (is he “holding in” in search of a contract extension?)23:25 --- Cowboys G Tyler Smith says Super Bowl is a realistic goal25:20 --- Micah Parsons contract update30:25 --- MAILBAG 30:30 --- Do you and Pablo Torre feel proud about getting the truth out regarding the collusion case – or bad because 2 people lost their jobs because of it? 34:35 --- Is the chaos inside the NFLPA what the NFL wants midway through the CBA? 36:50 --- Thoughts on if the NFL expands to 36 teams 38:05 --- Which was more detrimental to Washington franchise: Dan Snyder or their former name? 39:30 --- Does Florio think Nick Saban will coach again – and if so, in college or NFL? 40:30 --- Will Run PFT with Holley be back in the fall?
1:40 --- NFLPA Executive Director Lloyd Howell resigns4:10 --- What's next for the NFLPA11:30 --- T.J. Watt's new deal15:25 --- How Watt's new deal impacts Micah Parson's next contract17:20 --- Rashee Rice sentenced for Dallas hit-and-run incident21:35 --- MAILBAG 21:40 --- What should be non-negotiable for the players in the next CBA? 23:25 --- Is this the end of the NFL? Are players getting too much power? 24:30 --- What's the first thing he'd push for if Florio became head of the NFLPA? 27:40 --- Could C.J. Stroud or Lamar Jackson holding out for fully guaranteed contracts force the hand of owners 29:45 --- How can NFL get away with having select games on paid streaming services? 31:45 --- Does Florio miss practicing law? 35:40 --- When will PFT be back on Sky?
(:29) NFL, NFLPA hid another grievance ruling(7:10) Next steps in collusion case/Lloyd Howell investigation(12:01) Najee Harris to NFI list after fireworks incident(15:02) Von Miller lands with Commanders(16:55) Second-rounder Alfred Collins signs with 49ers(19:15) Mailbag--(19:38) Does NFL need to consider laws in other countries with international games?--(21:08) Should players sign shorter deals? --(23:16) Do you remember the first time you met Simms in person?
(:52) Jets, Sauce Gardner agree to four-year extension (6:04) Chiefs, Trey Smith agree to four-year contract(11:40) Micah Parsons: “I'm going to get mine no matter what”(14:37) Shemar Stewart could still try to go back to school(20:56) Belichick, Kraft remain at odds (26:36) Mailbag --(26:39) Is it possible these 2nd round picks and their agents can collude and deliver guaranteed contracts? --(31:56) How does NFL choose the week one opponent for the Super Bowl champs? --(32:53) Do the players pay to be part of the NFLPA? --(34:19) Will the NFL ever have the Super Bowl be a pay-per-view event? --(37:03) Why would an NFL owner decide to just sell a small % of the franchise and keep full control rather than a full sale?
1:05 --- Garrett Wilson, Jets agree to 4-year extension5:58 --- Quinshon Judkins update10:22 --- Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs lining up more at WR13:10 --- Teddy Bridgewater suspended from coaching high school team16:35 --- Report: FA Von Miller has interest from 3 teams19:40 --- MAILBAG 19:45 --- Are there legal actions for players unhappy with NFLPA leadership 25:00 --- Is the NFL taking the London market seriously? 26:30 --- What's the most likely way for the NFL to expand?
1:30 --- Browns rookie RB Quinshon Judkins arrested on domestic violence, battery charge6:40 --- 30 second-round picks remain unsigned13:30 --- 49ers WR Jauan Jennings wants new deal or trade 16:45 --- Eagles HC Nick Sirianni says he's focused on sustained success, not repeating as SB champs20:25 --- NFLPA issues statement regarding Lloyd Howell33:00 --- MAILBAG 33:10 --- What's the percentage of owners who'd go all out spending without a salary cap in order to win a Super Bowl 35:10 --- Why would the NFLPA want Lloyd Howell as it's head instead of someone with NFL experience and no ties to NFL 36:50 --- How does NFL collusion case play with Congress 38:50 --- How will the Giants QB situation play out? 40:10 --- Will a lifelong 62-year-old Vikings fan from the Twin Cities see a Vikings SB win before they turn 100?
Florio discusses Najee Harris' fireworks accident, Patrick Mahomes not being a fan of an 18-game schedule, NFL games in Hawaii, and would the NFL ever consider Bill Belichick again?
(00:10) Welcome(03:00) NFLPA will appeal collusion ruling(09:30) NFL will seek $12m in legal fees(17:12) Lloyd Howell has a conflict of interest(25:00) Does NFLPA have rules for removing leadership with vote?(29:50) What would new executive director mean for NFL?(33:00) Deion Sanders wants a salary cap in college football(39:10) Mailbag: Patriots could be sneaky good team in AFC(40:30) Mailbag: Owners not living or working in city
(0:40) Will Trey Smith, Chiefs get a long-term deal done?(6:40) Kyren Williams vs James Cook contrasting contract approach(10:15) Dak Prescott says it's “exciting as hell” to throw to George Pickens(14:30) Commanders inching towards reclaiming former name?(18:45) Bipartisan effort begins to repeal gambling portion of BBB(21:45) Mailbag: ever had a better group of coaches in same division as AFC West?(23:55) Mailbag: Jon Gruden lawsuit(27:30) Mailbag: Notable cases of corruption(31:20) Mailbag: Where's the collusion?
:35 --- Netflix releases Season 2 of ‘Quarterback' series3:50 --- Kirk Cousins says he felt a little misled when Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr9:10 --- Aaron Rodgers media appearances16:02 --- Asante Samuel Sr. says Dolphins have “no leadership”20:00 --- MAILBAG 20:10 --- How much equity do you need to have to have team control 22:09 --- Will Florio watch the World Cup next year, and will stadiums go back to artificial turf after the tournament? 24:40 --- How will teams handle roster cuts if preseason games are eliminated? 27:00 --- Can a Head Coach run a “tight ship” in today's NFL 31:32 --- Who is the next NFL team to be sold?35:39 --- END
2:00 --- Will Commanders change their name again?9:05 --- Big, beautiful bill eliminated efforts to tighten tax laws on NFL Owners12:45 --- Big, beautiful bill impact on gamblers17:07 ---- Chase Claypool says he's ready for NFL comeback19:55 --- Travis Kelce says teams will try to wear down rookie Travis Hunter on defense23:10 --- MAILBAG 23:15 --- Latest on the Chiefs stadium decision 25:20 --- Does NFL's access to gambling data enable the league to prevent any crisis from arising? 28:40 --- Didi Florio ever watch NFL Europe 32:58 --- Will Florio be attending the Vikings-Steelers game in Dublin? 34:41 --- Do you think Jon Gruden will ever coach in the NFL again? 38:10 --- Thoughts on the Texas flooding disaster
1:30 – Coming soon, Florio's new book “Big Shield”6:55 – Commanders stadium drama continues10:45 – Aaron Rodgers, receivers work out in Malibu12:50 – Is DeAndre Hopkins the missing piece in Baltimore?17:00 – DeMaurice Smith's new book details his time as NFLPA head20:15 – Florio answer listener questions about Mike Tomlin's future, Cowboys' contracts, and potential Super Bowl matchups.
1:28 --- Darren Waller unretires, traded to Dolphins5:50 --- Shemar Stewart contract with Bengals not expected anytime soon14:15 --- Browns Stadium deal aftermath22:40 --- Steelers only favored in 6 of their 17 games in 202526:00 --- PFTPM Mailbag26:05 --- Because of NIL/transfer portal, will more NFL teams hire successful college coaches who've dealt with highly paid teenage athletes?28:40 --- Why would the league eliminate preseason games if they go to 18 games season?31:05 --- Will Mike watch Joey Chesnut in Nathans Hot Dog Eating contest on July 4th?33:05 --- Latest on Sunday Ticket Package trial36:28 --- What was Florio's first NFL and non-NFL jersey40:30 --- Florio's Ferrari update
0:15 – PFT x NBC 16th Anniversary!2:20 – Rodney Harrison to enter Chargers HOF3:40 – What does T.J. Watt's football future hold?13:30 – Dolphins Dysfunction17:30 – No negotiations on 18-game season until next year22:50 – Which QBs are on the hot seat in 2025?31:20 – Florio answers listener questions about Omar Kahn, player leverage, and his his favorite trading cards
0:35 – Steelers trade for Jalen Ramsey8:30 – Chris Long speaks out on NFLPA hiding the collusion ruling14:10 – Remembering Joe Delaney17:40 – Feds investigating NBA player Malik Beasley over gambling25:50 – Florio answers listener questions about Micah Parsons' contract. first-ballot HOF quarterbacks and the worst rule in football.
(2:17) Justin Tucker suspended for first 10 weeks of the 2025 season (10:54) Second-round picks are the next full guarantee test (15:34) Chiefs request extension of deadline for stadium deal in Kansas(17:53) D.C. Council taps brakes on Commanders stadium deal(21:59) Top 5 Coaches on Hot Seat Entering 2025(30:48) Mailbag--(30:52) Do 49ers have easiest schedule in the league?--(32:39) Why aren't state taxes addressed in salary cap negotiations?--(34:16) Will Raiders be competitive? & Chances Eagles repeat?--(35:47) Managing work/life balance
(:30) --- Buccaneers extend GM Jason Licht, HC Todd Bowles(3:02) --- Ohio legislature passes law that could allow Browns to leave Cleveland(5:15) --- Report: Bengals, Hamilton County OH reach deal to extend lease at Paycor Stadium(7:05) --- George Pickens cancels appearance at Pittsburgh area youth football camp(10:25) --- Eagles OL Kendall Lamm says quotes attributed to him criticizing the Dolphins were fake (13:21) --- NFL reacts to collusion ruling(17:00) --- PFTPM Mailbag(17:05) --- Who will be first QB to get fully guaranteed deal or close to it?(19:30) --- Wasn't NFLPA interested in starting training camp in late June? Could that lay the groundwork for 20 game season?(22:25) --- Coaches on the hotseat next season (Florio teases this as a topic for Friday's 6/27 PFTPM)
(1:06) Aaron Rodgers ‘pretty sure' this will be final season(9:08) Diontae Johnson expects Kenny Pickett to win starting job(15:29) Collusion ruling aftermath--What is collusion?(23:11) NFL and NFLPA silent & more grievances against NFL could be coming(27:25) Was Jeff Pash pushed out because of this collusion case?(30:20) PFT Mailbag--(30:20) Will Daniel Jones be week 1 starter?--(31:04) How do JC Tretter & Lloyd Howell survive this collusion ruling?--(33:25) Who could be next to get a fully guaranteed contract?--(37:01) Latest on Sunday Ticket lawsuit--(38:44) Should networks have to display records of gambling experts?
Mike Florio breaks down how an arbitrator found the NFL supported teams colluding on guaranteed contracts, explains how the league won but also lost, and dives into why both the NFL and NFLPA tried to hard to keep it all a secret. 0:15 – Arbitrator found NFL encouraged teams to collude regarding guaranteed contracts13:55 – Ruling contained details about specific players negotiations, including Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson and Russell Wilson26:20 – Why did the NFL & NFLPA keep it secret?38:40 – Where does it go from here?
0:30 – Travis Hunter signs rookie contract with Jaguars5:05 – Tyreek Hill wants to keep Jalen Ramsey in Miami7:54 – PFT post-minicamp power rankings12:52 – Florio answers listener questions about EDGE contracts, the NFL in Europe, and Aaron Rodgers' legacy
:35 --- Shedeur Sanders issued second speeding ticket this month9:15 --- 49ers TE George Kittle on return of Robert Saleh as Defensive Coordinator: “Violence is coming.”12:25 --- Rita Benson LeBlanc, one time successor to Tom Benson as owner of Saints, arrested15:40--- PFTPM Mailbag15:45 --- What to make of recent early retirements in NFL18:45 --- Was Shedeur Sanders' slide in the NFL draft a message to players who've received NIL money who might not want to cooperate with current draft structure?21:40 --- Is Keenan Allen done?23:15 --- Sunday Ticket trial predictions25:50 --- What music does Florio listen to?
(:30) Ravens sign CB Jaire Alexander(6:45) Majority stake in Lakers will be sold at $10 billion valuation(12:36) Shedeur Sanders ticketed for driving 101 mph in a 60 mph zone(18:39) Rashee Rice's status(22:37) Sunday Ticket lawsuit update(33:16) Florio opens the mailbag to answer questions about rookie contracts, playoff expansion, Deshaun Watson's future, the franchise tag & if Joe Burrow will eventually get fed up with the Bengals.
1:10 – Lamar Jackson's not talking about contract talks5:55 – When will Jalen Ramsey be traded?10:00 – Bengals, Trey Hendrickson resume communication12:30 – Aidan Hutchinson likely benefits from delayed deal16:30 – Packers won't extend contracts of Brian Gutekunst, Matt LaFleur before this season19:45 – Florio opens the mailbag to answer questions about Aaron Rodgers, the Chiefs Stadiums, who could be Rodger Goodell's successor, and the hunt for a Ferrari.
(00:00) Tua Tagovailoa on Dolphins culture: “Are you not tired of what we've done these past five years? If you are, then why aren't we doing anything about it?”(08:55) Mike McDaniel and Bradley Chubb on Dolphins changing culture(17:44) PFT Live Draft: Players we'd like to see come back from retirement(35:20) Cowboys EDGE Micah Parsons discusses contract negotiations at minicamp (41:30) Keon Coleman: “You want to know exactly what I see? Man, that s*** trash — you've got to be better.”(44:42) Holley's surprise to Florio!
(16:46) Bengals 1st Round Pick Shemar Stewart leaves Bengals mandatory minicamp early(32:38) Shemar Stewart: “I can't say what I really want to say, but it's their contract. They can do what they want with it.”(40:00) Bengals HC Zac Taylor on Stewart leaving minicamp: “I understand when there's frustration there. That's how he chose to do it. That's his prerogative.”
(04:00) Travis Hunter on Brian Thomas Jr.: “"Just seeing how he goes about his work. He helped me out a lot.”(12:00) Better Bet: Travis Thomas Offensive Rookie Of the Year (+900) or Defensive Rookie of the Year (+1000)(15:30) PFT Live Draft: Training Camp battles/storylines we're looking forward to(35:30) Davante Adams feels rejuvenated: Joining Rams was “exactly what I needed”(42:12) Colts Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon on QB Anthony Richardson: “he has all the potential in the world, and if he wants to prove it, he can.”(47:00) Chris Simms' Top 10 Quarterbacks in 2025 revealed
(17:30) Arthur Smith: “We didn't bring Aaron in here and sign DK for all that money to go run the wishbone.”(26:30) DK Metcalf on Aaron Rodgers: “How quickly he releases the ball and me getting off the line of scrimmage fast is one thing that stands out.”(40:30) Aaron Rodgers: “I just want to be a servant leader here and just pass on the knowledge that I've had for 20 years.”
(04:00) Kirk Cousins: Obviously you'd love to play, but that's not the situation I'm in(15:54) Raheem Morris: "Kirk is not in the business of disrupting Michael Penix Jr.”(19:54) Shemar Stewart & Trey Hendrickson contract drama with Bengals(28:03) Joe Burrow on if Hendrickson situation is a distraction(34:03) James Cook & Terry McLaurin sit out of Bills & Commanders minicamps, respectively(42:22) Shedeur Sanders: I'm focused on small things so big things will happen(47:17) Stefon Diggs prefers to keep 'personal life personal' regarding viral boat video
00:00 Aaron Rodgers makes Steelers debut at minicamp36:00 what's a successful season for steelers in 2025?
(00:00) Jaire Alexander, Germaine Pratt released(20:00) CJ Gardner-Johnson feels 'disrespected' by Eagles trading him(28:00) PFT Draft: Biggest defensive disruptors(35:00) Details of Aaron Rodgers' contract with Steelers(45:00) Devin's top 5 defenses (50:00) Colts ownership transition to Jim Irsay's daughters
(24:00) Patriots start minicamp
(00:00) 2025 Steelers vs 2024 jets (16:00) Jared Verse prepares for second season with the Rams (26:00) Jaire Alexander to be released by Packers(34:00) Lamar Jackson loses workout bonus (39:00) Nick Chubb expected to sign with Texans(41:00) PFT Trivia
(16:00) Aaron Rodgers signs with Steelers on 1-year $13.6M contract
(00:00) Eric DeCosta on Lamar Jackson extension: “I think we're in the introductory sort of stage of looking at what an extension might look like.”(15:51) Eric DeCosta: “It was arduous at best, it was challenging at times. Lamar did a really good job. He's a shrewd negotiator.”(27:41) PFT Live Draft: Best Unit Nicknames of All-Time(41:00) Anthony Richardson will not participate in OTAs or Mandatory Minicamp (shoulder)(46:00) Adam Silver: “"If we were going into a Super Bowl and it was Packers vs. Steelers you guys would celebrate that. People wouldn't talk about Pittsburgh being a small market.”
(16:32) Aaron Rodgers agrees to 1-year deal with Steelers, pending physical
It's finally over.After months of waiting and speculation and mystery, QB Aaron Rodgers has informed the Steelers that he plans to sign a contract with the team. He also will attend next week's mandatory minicamp. Mike Florio breaks down the news in a special edition of PFT PM.
(00:00) Bo Nix says he still has a lot to prove(28:30) Aaron Glenn 'sky's the limit' with Fields as QB (40:40) PFT Live Draft: Best New QB-WR connections(50:30) Browns OC Tommy Rees says any QB could win the starting job
(00:00) Controversy over AP voting(17:00) Could Saquon Barkley pull a Barry Sanders and retire early?
(00:00) Mike Macdonald shuts down questions on Sam Darnold losing starting job(20:30) Steelers and Dolphins renew trade talks for Jonnu Smith.(43:00) DeMeco Ryans says CJ Stroud is out with 'general soreness' (49:30) Micah Parsons will attend minicamp
(00:00) Tribute to Vikings legend Jim Marshall
(00:00) Patriots OC Josh McDaniels “Not concerned” about Stefon Diggs amid return to OTA(14:00) Deion Sanders says pre-draft attacks on Shedeur and Shilo “hurt” (27:00) Joe Burrow blames self for Bengals missing playoffs last season(32:00) Raheem Morris “extremely cautious” with TE Kyle Pitts
(00:00) Lions C Frank Ragnow retires after seven seasons (29:00) Dan Campbell not worried about turnover of staff(39:00) Dan Campbell speaks on Lions 'brutal' 2025 schedule
(04:28) Russell Wilson: "The opportunity here is so great. I don't mind the lights."(14:08) Odell Beckham Jr. says he "never, ever wanted to leave the Giants."(27:12) Vikings, GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah agree to contract extension(35:05) Report: 49ers, Eagles close to finalizing trade for DE Bryce Huff (44:45) Best of May(47:25) Report: Steelers have offer on table for EDGE T.J. Watt
(17:33) Former Patriots QB Scott Zolak says team may cut WR Stefon Diggs(41:46) PFT Live Draft: Biggest Boom or Bust Offseason Additions
(00:00) Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill speaks with media after Wednesday OTA session(04:30) WR Tyreek Hill on being a Dolphins captain again: “I don't feel like I deserve it”(20:24) Cam Ward, Will Levis, Brandon Allen, Tim Boyle competing for Titans starting QB role(23:36) Will Levis: "I think anyone who's ever been in my situation can agree that it sucks.”(31:39) John Harbaugh on releasing Justin Tucker: “It's multi-layered [and] it's complicated. But in the end, it all comes back to what you have to do to get ready for your team to play the first game.”(42:06) Jets wrap 2nd week of OTAs this week(45:40) Justin Fields: “I think the sky's the limit for this team, for this offense, but we do have a long way to go.”
(28:34) Commanders wrap up first week of OTAs(35:18) Jayden Daniels on adjusting to new weapons: “Obviously you go back and look at tape and get an idea of what they're good at…but the live reps are very valuable.”(46:23) Dan Quinn: “There is no flinch in Jayden Daniels….as focused and relentless as you could about getting better.”
Greg Olsen (Fox Sports NFL Analyst) joins Mike to discuss Tight End University, how he got into the broadcast booth, his relationship with fellow Fox Sports TV colleague Tom Brady, and why the Tush Push should remain part of the NFL.=====00:35 --- Tight End University05:55 --- Flashback to when Olsen was drafted in 200707:55 --- How Olsen got interested in broadcasting games10:05 --- Olsen's relationship with Tom Brady13:35 --- Tush Push