This is Football with Kevin Clark

Kevin Clark and Denny Carter break down the biggest storylines emerging from NFL training camp. They discuss the league-wide shift toward playing quarterbacks under center, what Baltimore's new offense could mean for Lamar Jackson, why Jalen Hurts' practice interceptions might actually be a good thing, and whether the Eagles are finally unlocking more of his passing game. Plus: Travis Hunter's role in Jacksonville, Jonah Coleman's emergence in Denver, Ashton Jeanty's weight loss and expanded receiving role, Reuben Bain's massive chip on his shoulder, and why joint practices may be telling us more than preseason games. 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

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

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

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

Justin Jefferson joins Kevin Clark to talk about spending his offseason in Minnesota, preparing for a massive 2026 season, and why he's focused on staying healthy after dealing with hamstring issues in recent years. The Vikings superstar also discusses the quarterback competition, his relationship with Ja'Marr Chase, being ranked behind Chase in recent receiver rankings, and why feeling overlooked has fueled him throughout his career. Then former Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett joins the podcast to discuss leadership, his new Coach 2 Coach podcast, and why he believes Dak Prescott remains one of the NFL's most underrated stars. Garrett shares stories from Dak's rookie season, breaks down what makes elite quarterbacks and coaches special, explains why Andy Reid is one of the greatest coaches ever, and dives into how football strategy continues to evolve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's Seth Wickersham joins the show for an in-depth discussion on Sean Payton, NFL coaching, and the hidden details that separate great teams from everyone else. Seth shares stories from inside the Broncos' building, including Payton's legendary preparation methods, the creativity behind playoff game plans, and why the human element of football matters more than fans realize. The conversation also covers Bo Nix's importance to Denver, Bill Belichick's future at North Carolina, Drake Maye and the Patriots' trajectory, and Tom Brady's evolving role in football. 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

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

Joe Fortenbaugh returns for the annual NFL Season betting preview. He & Kevin break down their favorite NFL futures, MVP bets, and Super Bowl long shots. Joe explains why he's fading Jacksonville and New England, buying Washington, and sticking with the Chargers. Kevin gives his take on Matthew Stafford's MVP case, the Vikings as a sleeper contender, and why Jeremiah Smith might be the best non-quarterback bet to go No. 1 overall in the 2027 NFL Draft. Plus: ESPN stories, sports betting narratives, and Michigan's difficult road ahead in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina Kimes joins the podcast for an annual NFL exercise: identifying which teams can realistically win the Super Bowl. Kevin & Mina go division by division, separating contenders from pretenders and debating everything from the Bengals' ceiling, the Ravens' offseason changes, and the Jaguars' upside to whether the Steelers have any realistic path to a championship. Plus, are the Broncos the team to beat in the AFC West? Can the Chargers take the next step? Is the NFC North the toughest division in football to evaluate? And how many teams truly belong in the Super Bowl conversation? Then NFL Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher joins the show to discuss the Bears' outlook under Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson, the future of Soldier Field, and what it takes to build an elite NFL defense. He tells stories from his playing days, memories of Devin Hester, facing Aaron Rodgers, the one play from Super Bowl XLI he wishes he could have back, and his pick for the toughest teammate he ever played with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean McDermott joins Kevin Clark for a wide-ranging conversation about football, leadership, quarterback development, and what's next after his successful run with the Buffalo Bills. McDermott discusses how he's spending his first true offseason in years, lessons learned from coaching Josh Allen, the evolution of NFL offenses and defenses, and the coaching minds he's studying during his time away from the sidelines. He also reflects on his years with Andy Reid, shares stories about Cam Newton, Brian Dawkins, Luke Kuechly, and Drew Brees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark reacts to two blockbuster NFL trades, breaking down Myles Garrett's move to the Rams and AJ Brown's trade to the Patriots. Kevin asks if Myles Garrett could be the greatest player ever traded in NFL history? Kevin evaluates both deals, grades each side, and explains what they mean for the league moving forward. Then, Packers safety Xavier McKinney joins the show to discuss his offseason living in Green Bay, the Packers-Bears rivalry, lessons learned from Nick Saban, the toughest receivers he's faced in the NFL, and much more. 0:00 Welcome To This Is Football! 0:40 Myles Garrett Traded to the Rams5:50 AJ Brown Traded to the Patriots 9:00 Xavier McKinney joins the show9:25 Why Does Xavier live in Green Bay during the offseason?11:25 Reaction to Myles Garrett being traded to the Rams12:45 Biggest need for the Packers in 202614:25 What are the Dolphins getting in Jeff Hafley?15:45 Favorite Interception of Xavier's career17:05 Playing with Micah Parsons18:10 Getting to know Xavier McKinney19:50 Rivalry with the Bears21:30 Playing for Nick Saban24:40 Xavier McKinney joins the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark and Patrick Daugherty rank the NFL's best and worst GMs, including Howie Roseman, John Schneider, Chris Ballard, and the Jets' “AI-first” approach, and explain why modern NFL front offices are smarter (and harder to evaluate) than ever before. Plus: Super Bowl Radio Row horror stories, the Belichick/49ers roster-building paradox, why the Eagles keep proving everyone wrong, and which executives are under the most pressure heading into 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mario Cristobal joins This Is Football for a deep dive into building NFL talent at Miami, navigating the NIL & transfer portal era, and why physical football is taking over college football again. In this episode: How Miami rebuilt its NFL pipeline Developing first-round draft picks Coaching players in the NIL/portal era Why “hoarding talent” is over The changing balance of power in college football Thoughts on playoff expansion Mario's philosophy on toughness, development, and competition Cristobal also breaks down Miami's recent NFL Draft stars, discusses the evolution of line-of-scrimmage football, and shares stories about Nick Saban, Jim Harbaugh, and assesses the future of the sport. Featuring: Miami Hurricanes football NFL Draft discussion College football playoff talk NIL & transfer portal insight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jordan Reid to break down the insanity of “way-too-early” draft discourse, debate the next wave of quarterbacks, and review some of the biggest instant-impact rookies from the 2026 class. From Caleb Downs landing in Dallas to Sonny Styles in Washington, plus deep dives on underrated prospect, this one covers everything draft junkies love. Topics covered: 2027 NFL Mock Draft reactions Arch Manning, CJ Carr, Dante Moore & QB projections Why “generational draft” talk gets exhausting Caleb Downs fit with the Cowboys Sonny Styles' upside in Washington Texans building around their defense KC Concepcion to Cleveland Dolphins culture rebuild with Jacob Rodriguez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark goes (alphabetically) through the teams that he believes won the 2026 NFL Draft. Hear why the Bengals have built a roster capable of contending in the AFC. Similarly, why the Cowboys have vaulted themselves into contention in the NFC with the additions they've made defensively. Plus: Why both New York teams should be thrilled with their hauls and how the Buccaneers followed the Eagles' playbook in adding to their roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark recaps a wild first round of the NFL Draft. Hear why he's high on what the Giants were able to do on Thursday coming away with Arvell Reese & Francis Mauigoa. Also why Dallas' draft puts them in a position to compete for a Super Bowl in 2026.  Plus, why Sonny Styles fell into a great situation with the Commanders and why he could become the best player in the draft. Kevin explains why he loves Jeremiyah Love as a prospect but doesn't love the fit in Arizona. That and more winners & losers from round 1 of the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin is joined by Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth for a live mock draft, picks 22-32. For picks 1-10, head over to The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny. For picks 11-21, check out the Domonique Foxworth Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the eve of the NFL Draft Kevin Clark interviews 4 prospects who figure to have bright futures in the NFL. Indiana WR Elijah Sarratt gives us his scouting report, detailing his journey from St. Francis to James Madison to winning a national championship at Indiana. Plus, his thoughts on what makes Curt Cignetti great and what he expects from Fernando Mendoza at the NFL level.  Texas A&M OL Trey Zuhn takes us through his preparation as he heads to the NFL. Hear why Rueben Bain & Akeem Mesidor were his toughest assignments at the college level. Plus, what he's doing to improve and his scouting report on Cashius Howell.  Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show fresh off his record setting performance at the NFL combine. Eli explains his transition from QB to TE and offers insight into playing with Diego Pavia. Plus, the Tight Ends he looks to for inspiration.  Missouri LB Josiah Trotter tells us what he gleaned about being a professional from his father Jeremiah. Josiah explains what he'll bring to the NFL team that drafts him. Plus, why Texas A&M WR KC Concepcion was the best player he faced in college. A reminder to check out Kevin's live show April 22nd in Pittsburgh with Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth at Enclave in South Side. Tickets are just $35 and come with free food, show merch and a post show meet and greet for everyone. Get your tickets at Thisisfootballlive.com now, and we hope to see you there!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Chiefs GM Brett Veach ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. Brett details how signing Kenneth Walker will allow the Chiefs more versatility in the upcoming draft. Brett explains how the Chiefs have been able to find their identity throughout the year in previous seasons. Plus, the best prospect Brett has ever scouted and the GM he thinks twice before dealing with. Then Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald joins to explain the difference between the 2025 and 2026 Seahawks. His pick for the most underrated player on Seattle's roster. Plus, the scheme change that he thinks has changed the NFL and why he's not losing sleep over any offensive play callers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by new Browns Head Coach Todd Monken to discuss his plan for turning the team around. Todd explains why he's adopted analytics into his coaching approach, what his brand of football will be offensively, and what he expects from Shedeur Sanders in year 2. Plus, why he underrated Stetson Bennett during his time at Georgia. Then new Ravens Head Coach Jesse Minter joins to explains his football philosophy and what Ravens fans can expect to see in 2026. Why Jesse thinks Lamar Jackson will bounce back in a big way in 2026. Plus, why Jaguars Head Coach Liam Coen has given him trouble throughout the years and an amazing story of what it's like to be on the same staff as Jim Harbaugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Buccaneers GM Jason Licht from the NFL Owners Meetings. Jason details why adversity is a part of Baker Mayfield's story and explains why he expects him to rebound in 2026. Jason spotlights why he expects Emeka Egbuka and Jalen McMillan to make a leap next season. Plus, the one scouting report Jason wants back from his career. Then Panthers EVP Brandt Tillis joins the show. Brandt details what went into the team's decision to sign Jaelan Phillips this offseason to fill their need for an edge rusher. He explains the lessons he learned in Kansas City that have helped him in his transition to Carolina and how he's become a wizard in managing the rising cap. Plus, Panthers owner David Tepper briefly crashes the interview to rib Brandt about his decision to wear shorts. A reminder to check out Kevin's live show April 22nd in Pittsburgh with Mina Kimes & Domonique Foxworth at Enclave in South Side. Tickets are just $35 and come with free food, show merch and a post show meet and greet for everyone. Get your tickets at Thisisfootballlive.com now, and we hope to see you there!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by new Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski at the NFL Owners Meeting. Coach gives his thoughts on what excites him about the players the team currently has. Hear why he thinks he can use Bijan Robinson similarly to how the 49ers use Christian McCaffrey. Stefanski shares the most underrated player he's ever coached plus the biggest schematic change in the NFL that's affected the game in the past few seasons. Then Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan joins the show. Jon-Eric shares why he's confident Malik Willis will succeed in Miami and the lessons he learned from his time in Green Bay. Jon-Eric shares how roster building has changed since he started working in the NFL 22 years ago. Plus, why Brett Favre was the biggest bada** Jon-Eric has ever been around during his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Ohio State head coach Ryan Day to break down everything from navigating NIL and the transfer portal to developing elite NFL talent, and why the Buckeyes continue to produce some of the best players in football. Topics covered: How Ohio State sustains a championship culture in the NIL/portal era Developing top NFL prospects year after year Scouting reports on Sonny Styles & Caleb Downs The future of college football (and whether a draft could actually happen ) Commanders HC Dan Quinn joins from the NFL Owners Meetings to discuss how Washington is looking to rebound after a disappointing 2025 season. Dan details what makes him confident that Jayden Daniels will bounce back in his 3rd NFL season after dealing with injuries last year.  Dan explains who he thinks the most underrated player he's ever coached is and why recent kickoff changes have completely changed his coaching approach. Plus, the quarterback that keeps him up at night when he's game-planning for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Danny Kelly joins Kevin Clark for a deep dive into NFL Draft chaos scenarios that could completely flip the board. They kick things off with the Seahawks locking up Jaxon Smith-Njigba and what it says about the future of the salary cap, before diving into what unexpected moves could shake up the draft. Topics include: Why Ty Simpson could be the surprise QB that shakes up the entire top 10 How “conventional wisdom” fails every single draft cycle The ripple effects of a quarterback going earlier than expected What happens if Jeremiyah Love falls into contender territory Why elite running backs only matter for good teams The growing importance of offensive tackles, and why teams may reach early What are the chances a superstar gets dealt on draft day? Kevin and Danny also debate draft philosophy, landing spot importance, and why some prospects rise or fall despite what the tape says. Then sleeper cornerback prospect Chris Johnson joins the show to discuss what the draft process has been like from him this far. Chris details what his visit was like with the Steelers & why he was a fan of them growing up. Plus, what he's seen on his scouting report that he believes is unfair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBC Sports' own Patrick Daugherty joins Kevin Clark to dive headfirst into chaos with bold NFL predictions and offseason reactions They kick things off by reacting to the Jaylen Waddle trade and what it means for the Dolphins, Broncos, and the rest of the AFC. From there, it's all about BIG swings: which teams are legit contenders, which franchises are quietly falling apart, and which takes might come back to haunt us in a few months. In this episode: Jaylen Waddle trade fallout and who actually won the deal Are the Dolphins tanking… or just confused? Why the Broncos offense might be WAY better than people think The Giants' future under John Harbaugh Seahawks regression incoming? Bengals as AFC champs?! Bears… in the Super Bowl?? Then Hall of Fame Cornerback Champ Bailey joins. He weighs in on what Jaylen Waddle's addition will do for his former squad. Champ shares why he thinks coaching may have played a role in the Broncos failing to defeat the Patriots in the AFC Championship game. Plus, the Wide Receiver that Champ would dread facing if he played today & an amazing story from his playing days with Deion Sanders in Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing the latest investigative series from ESPN and 30 for 30 Podcasts, “Murder at The U.” A college football star on the brink of NFL greatness is brazenly executed steps from campus. The case almost goes cold until a team of ESPN reporters start digging… and find a side of the victim he didn't want people to know. To catch new episodes early, follow “30 for 30 Podcasts” for free on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠YouTube⁠, ⁠Amazon Music⁠, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ted Nguyen from The Athletic joins Kevin Clark to break down the biggest winners and losers from the first wave of NFL free agency. They dive deep into scheme fit, roster building, and why certain signings matter more than others. Ted explains how these players actually fit into offensive and defensive systems, from the Raiders' investment in the offensive line to the Rams fixing their secondary. They also discuss Fernando Mendoza's potential with the Raiders, the Titans' Patriots-style rebuild around Cam Ward, and why the Chargers may have quietly made one of the most important signings of free agency. Plus: which move might be the most overrated contract so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark sits down with Trevor Sikkema, Lead NFL Draft Analyst for Pro Football Focus, for a deep dive into the future of the league.  They break down this year's NFL Draft class and explore how the college football transfer portal has dramatically increased the overall depth of talent available to teams. With more player movement than ever, franchises are seeing more experienced, pro-ready prospects enter the draft pool. They also examine how the 2026 linebacker class could shape the NFL for the next decade — including why Sonny Styles may be the best overall player in the 2026 Draft. The conversation highlights a clear shift in today's game: speed is taking precedence over traditional size and strength, redefining what teams value at nearly every position.  Plus, they predict when the wide receiver run could begin in this year's draft and which teams may trigger the domino effect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin is joined by Andy Staples and they take a deep dive into the changing landscape of College Football. They break down the evolution of college football recruiting - how NIL, the transfer portal and modern scouting have completely reshaped roster building. Andy is high on NFL Draft Prospect Gennings Dunker.  That brought up the topic, what makes a “plug-and-play” NFL Lineman in today's game.  And the  biggest question they tackled was, Who is next year's Fernando Mendoza? Kevin and Andy volleyed back and forth on who the elite Quarterbacks of college football will be next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Lindsay Jones, Senior NFL Editor at The Ringer, to break down the biggest storylines shaping the 2026 NFL offseason. They dive into:  Why this coaching cycle could change the league for years (19 new offensive coordinators?!) Whether teams are learning the wrong lessons from last season The rise of the “Seattle model”, can you win big without an elite QB? What's next for the Bills, Ravens, Chiefs, and Bengals The pressure on Brandon Beane and Buffalo's skill positions Why a major WR trade (A.J. Brown?) could swing the AFC Should the Raiders finally trade Maxx Crosby? The Chargers hype train (again), is this the year? The QB carousel: Kyler Murray, Mac Jones, Malik Willis, and more Then Kevin is joined by Jeremiyah Love who details what the NFL team that drafts him will be getting. He also offers insight into what makes Marcus Freeman tick & gives aglowing report on CJ Carr's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Ryan joins Kevin Clark to discuss his recent move to the front office of the team that he spent his playing days with. Matt explains why now was the time to make the jump to the front office with the Atlanta Falcons, and the role that Arthur Blank played in it. Matt pinpoints rosters that he'll aim to emulate in building the Falcons. Plus, his thoughts on quarterback development in the NFL. WWE Superstar CM Punk joins Kevin Clark to discuss his love for the Bears and why he hates the idea of the team moving out of Chicago. Punk places the blame on ownership for not being able to secure a stadium in Chicago. Plus, the most bada** wrestler he's ever been around and his thoughts on his upcoming match at Wrestlemania with Roman Reigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kirk Herbstreit joins Kevin Clark to discuss how presumptive #1 pick in the NFL Draft Fernando Mendoza compares to previous QBs who have gone first overall in recent years. Kirk explains why sometimes it's prudent for players to stay in school and get more experience at the college level before entering the NFL Draft. Plus, why Patrick Mahomes' pro success was a bit of a surprise for Kirk after watching him in college at Texas Tech. Then WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins to discuss how he's made the move into football analysis. Hear what he thinks the Bears need to do next season to reach the Super Bowl in Los Angeles. Plus, Seth also shares the match that got him into professional wrestling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the final football reaction show until September, Kevin Clark breaks down the Seahawks' shocking Super Bowl win, what it says about team-building in today's NFL, and why this title felt like a throwback to the early 2000s. From John Schneider's masterclass roster reset and the Russell Wilson trade fallout, to Mike Macdonald's defensive clinic and Sam Darnold's improbable redemption arc, this episode dives deep into how Seattle pulled off one of the most unexpected Super Bowl runs in recent history. Kevin also explains why the end of football season is uniquely depressing, why the Seahawks are not a dynasty (sorry), what went wrong for the Patriots and Drake Maye, and why this result should frustrate every AFC contender. Plus: thoughts on the Bad Bunny halftime show and what 25 NFL teams should be learning from this championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by 3 Hall Of Famers on his final day at radio row. Deion Sanders details his solution for selecting members of the Pro Football Hall Of Fame. Tony Gonzalez details how being a two sport athlete helped him during his career. Emmitt Smith delivers an impassioned rant on why Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow shouldn't be considered elite. Nakobe Dean shares an amazing story about the level of dedication Kirby Smart expects from his players. And finally, Bo Jackson opens up about why he won't let his grandson play football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A plethora of guests join Kevin Clark Thursday from Radio Row in San Francisco. Ryan Fitzpatrick helps explain what goes into a QB being able to succeed. Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo delivers an incredible rant on why the pro football hall of fame voting process is broken. Sauce Gardner explains the difference between the Jets & Colts organizations. Kirk Cousins & Kevin exchange notes on their favorite things to do in Orlando Bijan Robinson delivers a message to new Falcons president Matt Ryan Amon-Ra St. Brown picks the toughest DB he's had to go against Tetairoa McMillan details what surprised him during his rookie season Aidan Hutchinson explains why his diet is a huge part of what helps make him great DJ Moore shares his favorite play from this season with the Bears, plus the one rep he wants back Finally, Stephen A. Smith explains why he's not a fan of the Super Bowl being in San Francisco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark hits radio row with a wide range of conversations with various football figures. Chris Long explains what it's actually like for players during Super Bowl week. Joe Flacco shares why he thinks quarterbacks get too much protection. Tony Dungy tells an incredible Peyton Manning Story. Taylor Lewan & Will Compton give insight into what makes Mike Vrabel such a great head coach. Cooper DeJean explains what the Eagles do to help young players grow. And finally, Terrell Davis shares his favorite RB to watch and the one play he'd like back from his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danny McBride & Keegan-Michael Key join Kevin Clark in advance of the premiere of their Super Bowl commercial with State Farm. Danny details how his football fandom has evolved while Keegan lays out what the Lions need to do in the offseason to get back to where they've been the past few years. Plus, why he takes some credit along with Peyton Manning for the Lions turning things around. Danny & Keegan give the case for their favorite sports movies and Keegan unveils his controversial take on why Field Of Dreams shouldn't be considered a sports movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic for a wide-ranging Super Bowl week conversation. The two dive into the evolution of NFL coaching trees, from Shanahan and McVay to the rise of Mike McDonald, and why the league may be running out of coaches. They break down Seattle's defensive transformation, the Kubiak offensive lineage, and why certain “outlier” coaches simply can't be replicated. Jourdan also explains why two-running-back systems are officially back, how defenses are catching up to modern offenses, and what this hiring cycle reveals about how owners are thinking. Plus: early contenders for the 2026 Super Bowl, Chargers optimism (with caveats), Broncos belief, Panthers intrigue, and why chasing trends keeps getting teams in trouble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique Foxworth joins Kevin Clark to dig into whether defense is actually “back” in the NFL, what this postseason really tells us about roster construction, and why great defenses never actually went anywhere.  Foxworth breaks down what makes the Seahawks defense so hard to play against, explains how teams actually evaluate head coaching candidates, and weighs in on the Mike McCarthy-to-Steelers discourse that NFL Twitter can't stop arguing about. The conversation also hits: The hidden challenges of hiring offensive-minded head coaches How players experience losses differently than fans Steelers stability, Ravens structure, and modern coaching myths  Live Show Tickets: FoxworthLivePod.com | Strand Theater, San Francisco | February 5th 6 PT | Featuring Domonique Foxworth, Kevin Clark, Mina Kimes, Marcus Spears & Charlie Kravitz | Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bowl LX is set: Patriots vs. Seahawks, and Kevin Clark dives in on how we got here. Kevin breaks down: What it was really like inside the stadium for the Malcolm Butler pick Why the Seahawks' rapid turnaround is a warning to teams considering coaching changes Mike Macdonald, John Schneider, and the anatomy of a modern NFL rebuild Jaxson Smith-Njigba's dominance and why defenses still can't stop him Drake Maye's postseason run and why the Patriots are being underestimated Why this NFL season is one of the strangest in recent memory Early thoughts on the Super Bowl matchup and why recency bias matters Plus: thoughts on the coaching carousel, the Mike McCarthy hire, and why patience still matters in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Albert Breer joins Kevin Clark to break down one of the most fascinating weeks in football. They start with the Bills' awkward ownership press conference and what it signals for Buffalo's future, Josh Allen, and the coaching search. From there, the conversation expands to the broken college football calendar, NFL owners speaking publicly, and why restraint is often the smartest move. Breer also explains how Mike Vrabel reshaped the Patriots so quickly, why New England's roster overhaul actually makes sense, and what separates clear organizational vision from dysfunction. Plus: Jared Stidham's unlikely playoff moment, why the Seahawks may be the most talented team remaining, how the Rams have redefined their identity, and what's being overlooked heading into this weekend's games. To close, Breer looks ahead to the offseason and explains why quarterback movement could be more unpredictable than usual, even without obvious trade candidates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by a pair of former All-Pros to help set the table for Sunday's championship games. First, former Broncos CB Chris Harris Jr. joins to discuss the similarities between the current Broncos team and the Super Bowl Champion Broncos from a decade ago. Chris shares his thoughts on how the game has changed and why dominant defenses are suddenly having a resurgence. Plus, his impressions of Seattle's defense and what he thinks Sam Darnold needs to do to get to the Super Bowl. Then former MVP Shaun Alexander joins to discuss how the Seahawks have been able to return to greatness. Hear what Shaun thinks of the current Seattle secondary and how it compares to the legion of boom. Plus the running backs he enjoys watching the most & incredible stories from his playing days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Conference Championship Weekend is set, and Kevin Clark breaks down one of the wildest playoff slates we've seen in years. From Caleb Williams' video-game miracle throw to Sean McVay's questionable game management, Kevin reacts to Bears-Rams, the state of modern playoff football, and why defense is officially back in the NFL. He dives deep into the decision not to go for two, what Chicago should feel coming out of the loss, and why this game may define how Caleb Williams is viewed going forward. Plus:• Why Super Bowl odds for the Broncos don't make sense• Sean McVay coaching “not to lose”• The Texans' collapse, and why CJ Stroud's performance may have permanently changed Houston's franchise outlook• Why the era of paying every quarterback immediately might be over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Division Round Night One is in the books, and Kevin Clark is reacting to everything that went wrong, especially for Buffalo. Kevin breaks down the Bills' devastating playoff loss to the Broncos, the controversial late call that ended the game, and why this might be the most painful loss of the Josh Allen era. Kevin explains why this loss feels different, and why a full organizational audit may finally be unavoidable. Plus: What Buffalo must fix this offseason (and why standing pat isn't an option) Seahawks-49ers wasn't complicated and why Seattle looks terrifying Initial reactions to the latest NFL coaching hires, John Harbaugh to the Giants and Kevin Stefanski to Atlanta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Courtney Cronin joins Kevin Clark to break down the Bears' stunning playoff win over the Packers. They dive into Ben Johnson's immediate impact, Caleb Williams' development, and whether the Bears are truly changing as a franchise.   From there, Kevin and Courtney zoom out to the rest of the NFL playoffs, which teams are actually built to make a Super Bowl run, coaching edges that matter, and why some contenders are more fragile than they look.   They wrap with a preview of the national title game between Miami and Indiana. Hear how the alums of both schools are feeling about their team headed into Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark gives his immediate reaction to the news that Mike Tomlin is out in Pittsburgh after 19 years. What might be next for Tomlin and why even some teams that have head coaches should be in the market for him. Then Kevin is joined by Titans First Team All-Pro Jeffery Simmons to discuss what the Titans have to look forward to following a rough season. Jeff shares what he saw from Cam Ward in year one, and why he believes there's reason for optimism for him in year 2.  Jeff gives insight into what makes the remaining playoff teams uniquely tough. Jeff shares what he saw from the Rams early in the season, reluctantly gives praise to the division rival Texans defense, and why 49ers LT Trent Williams is so tough to go against. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wild Card Weekend Day 2 delivered fantastic drama and Kevin Clark breaks it all down. Through just four games, this postseason has already featured more fourth-quarter lead changes than any playoff run in NFL history, and it's exposing something bigger: real parity is back. The era of one or two juggernauts cruising through January is over. In this episode: Why the NFL's elite quarterbacks no longer guarantee dominance The uncomfortable conversation around Justin Herbert and why he gets treated differently How the NFC West turned into the old SEC West, and why fading the 49ers might be a mistake Kyle Shanahan's best coaching job yet amid a brutal injury season The Eagles' troubling vibes, A.J. Brown disappearing acts, and why Big Dom might be the most important man on the sideline Josh Allen reminding everyone he's the best player on the planet What the Jaguars got wrong, and why “young team, they'll be back” is a dangerous lie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices