This is Football with Kevin Clark

Kevin Clark sits down with former All-Pro defensive lineman Gerald McCoy for a conversation covering his NFL career, defensive line play, the Buccaneers and some of the funniest and most revealing stories from his time in the league. McCoy gives his perspective on sack celebrations and why players should be allowed to show their personalities, tells the story behind some of his own celebrations, and explains why NFL players don't necessarily have to be angry to play with intensity. He also shares the best coaching advice he ever received, evaluates the Buccaneers after three weeks, discusses the team's struggles generating a pass rush, and tells an incredible story about Jason Pierre-Paul's toughness and preparation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down the biggest storylines from Week 3 of the NFL season in this edition of This Is Football. Kevin examines how coaching, situational awareness and late-game decision-making are becoming increasingly important in today's NFL, before running through his biggest winners and losers from the weekend. Drake Maye's struggles headline the loser discussion, while Brock Purdy earns major praise for continuing to produce despite injuries around him. Kevin also looks at the surprising Browns, the Washington Commanders' defensive performance, C.J. Stroud and the Texans, Aaron Rodgers' strong game against Cincinnati, the Bengals' problems, the Packers' offensive line concerns and several other Week 3 takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jason McCourty to break down the biggest NFL storylines after two weeks of the season. They discuss why Jalen Hurts and the Eagles continue to find ways to win, what's gone wrong for Jordan Love and the Packers, and how Brian Flores has transformed the Vikings defense with an aggressive, disguise-heavy scheme. McCourty also shares his thoughts on Justin Herbert and the Chargers, the early struggles of Cam Ward in Tennessee, the evolution of NFL defensive schemes, and what the Cowboys need to do to contain Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Mike Golic Sr. and Mike Golic Jr. to discuss the biggest NFL storylines after Week 2, including the Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Kenneth Walker. Are the Chiefs back in the Super Bowl conversation after adding a legitimate running game? The guys also discuss the Buffalo Bills and Josh Allen, the Los Angeles Chargers and Justin Herbert, and the teams that have changed their minds after the first two weeks of the NFL season. Plus, they dive into Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr and the 2027 NFL Draft quarterback class, before Mike Golic Sr. shares unbelievable stories from his time with the early-1990s Philadelphia Eagles, including Buddy Ryan, Reggie White, Jerome Brown, Seth Joyner and some legendary Eagles practice fights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark recaps NFL Week 2 and breaks down the biggest winners, losers and takeaways from around the league. The Minnesota Vikings are emerging as a major contender in the NFC North thanks to an aggressive defense and dominant pass rush, while the Los Angeles Chargers' 0-2 start has raised questions about their offense and overall execution. Kevin also discusses the Cincinnati Bengals and Joe Burrow, the Bengals' improving defense, Tyler Shough and the New Orleans Saints, the Philadelphia Eagles, Buccaneers, Jets, Packers, Broncos and more. Who is actually for real after two weeks? Who is in trouble? And what have we really learned from the first two weeks of the NFL season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Mayock joins Kevin Clark for a deep dive into Week 1 and the biggest storylines heading into Week 2. They discuss the Bills, Chargers, Giants, Cowboys, Bengals and Rams, plus roster construction, analytics, scouting and what it takes to build a championship team. Mayock also shares stories from his time as Raiders GM, reveals the best players he's ever scouted, and explains why Maxx Crosby and Howie Long make his list of the NFL's biggest “bada**es.” Then, Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs joins the show to talk about his first NFL game, his versatility, playing for Dallas after Ohio State, and what he's learned heading into Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DeSean Jackson joins Kevin Clark to discuss his remarkable NFL career and his new documentary, Go Deep: The DeSean Jackson Story. Jackson reflects on growing up in Los Angeles, the narratives surrounding him during his career, his time as an Eagles star, his relationship with Andy Reid, playing with Marshawn Lynch and Lamar Jackson, and how his playing career has influenced his coaching philosophy at Delaware State. Then, Quentin Plair joins the show to talk about Chad Powers Season 2, his deep connection to Miami football, the passion that makes college football unique, and the experience of bringing football and acting together. 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

Jourdan Rodrigue joins Kevin Clark to break down how the Rams went from a roster reset to a legitimate Super Bowl contender. They dig into the draft classes and team-building decisions that reshaped the roster, why Los Angeles is once again willing to trade premium draft capital for elite players, and what the additions of Myles Garrett and the return of Aaron Donald mean for the defense. Plus, they look at the Rams' battle with the Seahawks for control of the NFC West, the small margins that could decide the season, and the biggest threats standing in their way, including an Eagles team that has given Los Angeles plenty of problems in recent years. With the Rams entering the season as one of the NFL's biggest Super Bowl favorites, what could ultimately keep them from finishing the job? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle Long joins Kevin Clark for a wide-ranging conversation about life in the NFL, starting with an honest discussion about mental health and his own struggles during his playing career. Long talks about how the culture around mental health has changed in NFL locker rooms, the importance of asking for help, and the experience that ultimately taught him he didn't have to deal with everything on his own. They also get into the football side of things, including which former NFL stars could still play today, what Long has learned from covering the league as a media member, the Bears and Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson's offense, Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, the NFL's best offensive linemen, and Kyle's choice for the toughest player he ever played with: Danny Trevathan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Steven Ruiz to make their predictions for the 2026 NFL awards. They pick their MVPs, Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, Comeback Player of the Year, Rookies of the Year, and Coach of the Year, including bold calls on Dak Prescott, Justin Jefferson, Kyle Hamilton, Abdul Carter, Fernando Mendoza and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Curt Cignetti joins This Is Football after leading Indiana to a national championship to discuss how he stays hungry, builds his program, evaluates quarterbacks and keeps his team focused on the next season. Cignetti also explains why Fernando Mendoza has what it takes to be a successful NFL quarterback, his approach to efficient practices, his coaching journey and why Julio Jones is the most bada** player he's ever been around. Then, Jordan Reid joins Kevin Clark to break down the next wave of NFL quarterbacks. Who are the potential first-round picks? What does Archie Manning need to prove? Can Dante Moore rise to the top? And which quarterbacks could make the biggest jump this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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