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Whenever a player makes a leap—whether that's bad to average, average to good, good to great, or great to elite—it can change his team. Just think of guys like Zack Baun and Derek Stingley last season. Who might make a leap this year akin to what those two did in 2024? Derrik Klassen and Diante Lee from The Ringer highlight their top defensive breakout players on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.RundownDaiyan HenleyEdgerrin CooperNate WigginsLaiatu LatuKobie TurnerBrian BranchWill AndersonCooper DeJeanHonorable mentionHosts: Robert Mays and Derrik KlassenWith: Diante LeeExecutive Producer: Michael BellerProducer: Michael BellerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...⁠Apple⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠YouTube⁠Follow Robert on Bluesky: @robertmays.bsky.socialFollow Derrik on Bluesky: @qbklass.bsky.socialFollow Diante on Bluesky: @diantelee.bsky.socialFollow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Derrik on X: @QBKlassFollow Diante on X: @DianteLeeFBTheme song: HauntedWritten by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love SongsCourtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mina is joined by Diante Lee to reveal our defensive prospect tiers for the NFL Draft. We discuss potential fits, analyze their tape and share comps. Let us know what you think in the comments! (0:00) Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! (1:20) Defense Prospect Tiers (1:52) Edge Evaluation: Abdul Carter (9:32) Edge Evaluation: Mike Green & Jalon Walker (19:08) Edge Evaluation: Donovan Ezeiruaku & Shemar Stewart (26:38) Edge Evaluation: Mykell Williams (30:15) Edge Evaluation: James Pearce Jr. (32:30) Defensive Tackle Tiers (34:52) DT Evaluation: Mason Graham (39:00) DT Evaluation: Derrick Harmon (42:55) DT Evaluation: Williams, Grant, Collins & Nolen (47:02) LB Evaluation: Jihaad Campbell (52:24) LB Evaluation: Carson Schwesinger (55:00) Cornerback Tiers (56:45) CB Evaluation: Travis Hunter (1:01:43) CB Evaluation: Will Johnson & Jahdae Barron (1:07:25) CB Evaluation: Amos, Hairston & Morrison (1:12:33) Safety Evaluation: Starks & Emmanwori (1:21:33) NFL Draft Defense Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz get together moments after the passing of the NFL franchise tag deadline to discuss the big transactions of the past few weeks, including Saquon Barkley's big extension, Chicago's trade for Jonah Jackson, and more. Then, the guys look at potential landing spots for some of the big names swirling around free agency, such as Sam Darnold, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Chris Godwin, Davante Adams, and more. This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Steven, Diante, and Nora bring their pens and whiteboards to The Ringer's Radio Row booth at Super Bowl LIX and collectively work out some of the biggest inquiries concerning the Eagles and Chiefs as they prepare for the big game. They discuss which players have the most at stake on Sunday, share their under-the-radar Super Bowl MVP picks, and much more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, Diante Lee, and Nora Princiotti Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil catches up with ESPN NFL analyst and football writer Ben Solak and The Ringer's Diante Lee to preview a monster Super Bowl matchup. How has fatherhood been treating Benny Sols (03:29)? What's an interesting football hipster thing about this Eagles-Chiefs matchup (10:12)? How confident are the guys, and Eagles fans in general, going into the Super Bowl (16:13)? Who's an under-the-radar player that could make a huge impact in this game (38:20)? Plus, Solak has receipts on some of Sheil's old takes that didn't age well (42:55.5). Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Become a member of our Reddit community!: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: Ben Solak and Diante Lee Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Steven, Diante, and Nora get together after a wild Super Bowl Media Night to discuss their favorite moments from the event. They then talk about Myles Garrett's trade request from the Browns (7:20), break down Cooper Kupp's current trade value (23:42), and debate what NFL trade would compare to the blockbuster Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade that happened over the weekend (31:11). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, Diante Lee, and Nora Princiotti Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz kick off the show by reacting to Bill Belichick's proclamation that it's time to rename the Lombardi Trophy in Tom Brady's honor (00:00). Then, the guys discuss the floor, ceiling, and median outcomes for the Cowboys next season on the heels of the Brian Schottenheimer hire (03:02). Then, they do the same for the Raiders following their decision to bring in Pete Carroll (25:22). To round out the show, they take a look at potential offseason QB moves, how the Lions will fare without Ben Johnson (51:38), rumors of Kellen Moore to New Orleans (54:24), and some early thoughts on next weekend's Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs and Eagles (59:58). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal recap the story lines from the NFL, including the Cowboys' next head coach and Carson Beck's next contract. Next, they look ahead at the lines for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs. Finally, Diante Lee joins to preview the upcoming playoff matchups, including Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen and the Rams' road to Philly. Plus, they discuss the College Football Playoff expansion, Arch Manning at Texas, and top draft prospects. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Diante Lee Producers: Jack Wilson, Travis Lafaille, Jonathan Frias, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, and Drew Van Steenbergen The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

n this episode, Tate Frazier and Cousin Sal break down NFL Week 13, covering everything from snow games to Jameis Winston's gunslinging to UNC's potential coaching hire. They dive into Over/Under Reactions on topics like Aaron Rodgers' podcast, the Bengals' wasted talent, and LeBron's aging career. Then, Diante Lee joins to discuss whether the Bills are the AFC's most complete team, Justin Tucker's struggles with the Ravens, and Saquon's pursuit of the rushing record. They also touch on college football, including which team has the most to lose and the flag-planting controversy. Hosts: Tate Frazier Guest: Cousin Sal, Diante Lee Producers: Jack Wilson, Sirushi Witte, Jonathan Frias, Chris Wohlers, Felipe Guilhermino, Drew Van Steenbergen, Michael Szokoli The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven and Diante start the pod by sharing their instant reactions to the Eagles' win over the Commanders on ‘Thursday Night Football.' They then welcome Sheil into the fold and proceed to analyze and discuss some of their favorite matchups on the Week 11 NFL slate, including Chiefs-Bills (16:13), Bengals-Chargers (29:40), and Ravens-Steelers (46:22). Finally, the guys survey the rest of the weekend games and share their favorite betting odds (57:06). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Steven Ruiz, Diante Lee, and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Chris Sutton Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal, Conor Nevins, and Daniel Comer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the passing of the NFL trade deadline, The Ringer's Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, Nora Princiotti, and Diante Lee gather to offer immediate reactions to the biggest deals of the day and how they'll ultimately impact the rest of the season (00:00). Then, the crew dishes out their midseason awards in seven categories (18:05). Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Nora Princiotti, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're used to big news dropping on Tuesdays, but this one was entirely different. The Robert Saleh firing—especially the timing of it—surprised the NFL world, and that's where Robert Mays and Diante Lee of The Ringer begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also recap the Chiefs' win over the Saints on Monday Night Football, dig into the Seahawks' run defense and the deteriorating situation in Cleveland, and bat around questions for three good offenses—the Texans, Bengals, 49ers and Bills. Then, John Shipley from Sports Illustrated joins to engage in some franchise counseling for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rundown Jets fire Robert Saleh Saints-Chiefs recap Upon Further Review: Seattle's run defense Upon Further Review: The nightmare in Cleveland The Ball Knower Houston's early down problems San Francisco's passing game Buffalo's recent struggles Franchise Counseling: Jacksonville Jaguars Host: Robert Mays Co-Host: Derrik Klassen Executive Producer: Michael Beller Producer: Michael Beller Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Follow Robert on X: @robertmays Follow Diante on X: @DianteLeeFB Follow John on X: @_John_Shipley Theme song: Haunted Written by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love Songs Courtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're used to big news dropping on Tuesdays, but this one was entirely different. The Robert Saleh firing—especially the timing of it—surprised the NFL world, and that's where Robert Mays and Diante Lee of The Ringer begin this episode of The Athletic Football Show. The guys also recap the Chiefs' win over the Saints on Monday Night Football, dig into the Seahawks' run defense and the deteriorating situation in Cleveland, and bat around questions for three good offenses—the Texans, Bengals, 49ers and Bills.Then, John Shipley from Sports Illustrated joins to engage in some franchise counseling for the Jacksonville Jaguars.RundownJets fire Robert SalehSaints-Chiefs recapUpon Further Review: Seattle's run defenseUpon Further Review: The nightmare in ClevelandThe Ball KnowerHouston's early down problemsSan Francisco's passing gameBuffalo's recent strugglesFranchise Counseling: Jacksonville JaguarsHost: Robert MaysCo-Host: Derrik KlassenExecutive Producer: Michael BellerProducer: Michael BellerSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeFollow Robert on X: @robertmaysFollow Diante on X: @DianteLeeFBFollow John on X: @_John_ShipleyTheme song: HauntedWritten by Dylan Slocum, Trevor Dietrich, Ruben Duarte, Kyle McAulay, and Meredith VanWoert / Performed by Spanish Love SongsCourtesy of Pure Noise / By arrangement with Bank Robber Music, LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cousin Sal joins Tate to introduce a new segment, Tate of the Union, before discussing what is an under- or overreaction with the most recent football headlines. Then Diante Lee and Van Lathan join Tate to discuss the most recent headlines in college football. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal, Diante Lee, and Van Lathan Producers: Jack Wilson, Sirushi White, Jonathan Frias, Chris Wohlers, and Felipe Guilhermino The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Midseason quarterback trades? Dazzling broadcaster debuts? Un-retirements? Anything goes on today's off-the-wall prediction show, where Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz each give their three bold predictions for the upcoming NFL season. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Diante, and Nora start with their thoughts on the Olympics, then dive into Brandon Aiyuk's potential trade and their thoughts on the teams he is interested in (03:33). Then, they share their MVP predictions for a non-quarterback (21:54), a sleeper (32:17), their runner-ups (44:04), and, finally, their top picks (54:50). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Nora Princiotti Producer: Olivia Crerie and Isaiah Blakely Social: Kiera Givens Additional Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil, Diante, and Steven comb through all the highlight clips, quotes, and stories that are coming out of training camp, then they each provide two nuggets from the first week of training camp that they found intriguing. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Isaiah Blakely Social: Kiera Givens Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Van Lathan, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz form a huddle to discuss the highly anticipated return of EA's college football franchise. First, they recount the history of the 'NCAA Football' series, what set it apart from 'Madden,' and why it was gone so long (00:52) before sharing their impressions of the new edition of the game (21:41). Then, they break down the consolidation of the sports gaming landscape (42:15), debate which sport translates best to video games (01:07:00, and name the top five sports games in each of their personal pantheons (01:14:00). Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Van Lathan, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Devon Renaldo Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tate is joined by Cousin Sal to look ahead at some lines and determine which of the most recent sports stories are over- and under-reactions before Diante Lee joins to discuss the recent contracts given out in the NFL and what the current QB market looks like. Host: Tate Frazier Guests: Cousin Sal and Diante Lee Producers: Jack Wilson and Jonathan Frias The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please visit theringer.com/RG to learn more about the resources and helplines available, and listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of The Exempt List, Charles McDonald is joined by NFL writer Diante Lee from The Ringer to take a look at how a few former defensive coaches will fare as a new head coaches for their teams.They start the show by discussing a few current topics in the NFL including Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper getting approval for public funds in order to renovate the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Even though fans will be happy to have much improved stadium, there seems to be a bitter feeling helping an owner than hasn't helped his team much in the past few years.Charles and Diante then shift to their main topic for the episode: how this year's collection of new defensive-minded head coaches will fare in their first years on the job for their respective teams. Kicking off the conversation, they chat about how Dan Quinn will do at the helm of the Washington Commanders, despite him seemingly not being their first option during the hiring cycle. They also talk about whether Antonio Pierce's success as the interim head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders was largely because of the competition his squad faced and if Jerod Mayo will be able to duplicate Bill Belichick's success with the New England Patriots defense.The guys close out the show giving their thoughts on the beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, the importance of the “The Pop Out - Ken & Friends” concert and why this feud brought back memories of the old days of rap.(1:11) - Carolina Panthers stadium renovations(7:04) - Is Dan Quinn in over his head in Washington?(14:59) - Can Raheem Morris bring the Falcons back to relevancy?(22:13) - Is Jerrod Mayo set-up for success?(24:14) - Antonio Piece no-longer Las Vegas' interim head coach(29:52) - Mike Macdonald's challenge in Seattle(38:00) - Kendrick Lamar and Drake beefZero Blitz would be nothing without the impact of our beloved Terez Paylor, who was a pillar of Yahoo Sports' NFL editorial and podcast coverage. We will continue to produce this NFL podcast in his honor, and hope that you can support Terez Paylor's legacy in one of three ways:• Buy an "All-Juice Team" hoodie or tee from BreakingT.com/Terez. All profits directly fund the Terez A. Paylor scholarship at Howard University.• Donate directly to the PowerMizzou Journalism Alumni Scholarship in memory of Terez Paylor• Donate directly at giving.howard.edu/givenow. Under “Tribute,” please note that your gift is made in memory of Terez A. Paylor. Under “Designation,” click on “Other” and write in “Terez A. Paylor Scholarship.” Watch this full episode on YouTubeCheck out all the episodes of Zero Blitz and the rest of the Yahoo Sports podcast family at https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://apple.co/3zEuTQj__;!!Op6eflyXZCqGR5I!EAfhelko-yuxOYSuWJUlyy4OaGZNqJIMtww0TPNJug9Yh5iDK_ZCQwQbFDhNqJokLQGEwdn1kc1JA0Krja2u576iRw$ or at Yahoo Sports PodcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Austin Gayle and Diante Lee are here to sit down and tackle some difficult topics about a handful of Super Bowl contenders. They talk through some resolutions to some tough conversations that the Niners, Dolphins (29:26), Bengals (43:41), Lions (54:35), Eagles (1:06:54), and Cowboys (1:16:18) are having right now before the season. Hosts: Austin Gayle and Diante Lee Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Ruiz is joined by our newest NFL writer, Diante Lee! They predict who they think will be the top 10 defenses next season. Hosts: Steven Ruiz and Diante Lee Producer: Isaiah Blakely Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Derrik Klassen and Diante Lee join Robert Mays again - this time to draft the non-quarterback players they would want leading a franchise over the next three seasons. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derrik Klassen and Diante Lee join Robert Mays again - this time to draft the non-quarterback players they would want leading a franchise over the next three seasons.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The quarterback draft is back! The rules are simple, which QB (and their contract) would you want leading your franchise over the next three seasons? Diante Lee and Derrik Klassen join Robert Mays to draft this year's top 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The quarterback draft is back! The rules are simple, which QB (and their contract) would you want leading your franchise over the next three seasons? Diante Lee and Derrik Klassen join Robert Mays to draft this year's top 15. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mina is joined by Diante Lee to break down the top defensive prospects in the draft. Is Dallas Turner the best defender in the draft and how high will Laiatu Latu go? Plus, which edge is a better fit for the Seahawks, Latu or Jared Verse? They debate whether Cooper DeJean is a better fit as a safety or corner, and how that could determine where he goes in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mina is joined by Diante Lee to break down the top defensive prospects in the draft. Is Dallas Turner the best defender in the draft and how high will Laiatu Latu go? Plus, which edge is a better fit for the Seahawks, Latu or Jared Verse? They debate whether Cooper DeJean is a better fit as a safety or corner, and how that could determine where he goes in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many defensive difference makers will go in the first round? What do the Rams do to try and replace Aaron Donald? Why do defensive backs seem so hard to evaluate? Robert Mays is joined by Diante Lee to answer all of your questions about the top prospects on defense ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many defensive difference makers will go in the first round? What do the Rams do to try and replace Aaron Donald? Why do defensive backs seem so hard to evaluate? Robert Mays is joined by Diante Lee to answer all of your questions about the top prospects on defense ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Kennedy and Nick Kendell discuss ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr's most recent mock with Denver selecting Toledo cornerback Quinyon Mitchell. It's not just Kiper though who has recently mocked the MAC corner to Denver but as well we 33rd Team's Diante Lee and NFL.com's Lance Zierlein. Does a corner make sense for Denver? What other directions could the Broncos go? Subscribe to Mile High Huddle Podcasts: https://www.bluewirepods.com/podcast/mile-high-huddle Nick Kendell: https://twitter.com/NickKendellMHH Scott Kennedy: https://www.youtube.com/c/scottkennedy?sub_confirmation=1 Merch: http://mhhmerch.com/ Slam it here for more Broncos coverage: http://milehighhuddle.com Mile High Huddle Live Stream Schedule (All Times MT) Sunday - 6:00 p.m. Mile High Huddle Podcast Monday - 7:30 a.m. Broncos for Breakfast Monday - 6:00 p.m. Mile High Huddle Podcast Tuesday - 6:00 p.m. Building the Broncos Wednesday - 6:00 p.m. Mile High Insiders Thursday - 7:30 a.m. Broncos for Breakfast Thursday - 6:00 p.m. Mile High Huddle Podcast Friday - 7:00 a.m. Legends of Mile High Friday - 6:00 p.m. Dove Valley Deep Divers Saturday - 6:00 p.m. Orange and Blue View Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We know Howie Roseman cares about adding pass rushers at the top of the NFL Draft. With Haason Reddick gone, will that be on the table again? Does Penn State's Chop Robinson make sense in the second half of round one? Is Laiatu Latu too much of an injury risk?  Diante Lee joins Zach and Bo to talk about this year's prospects on the edge and if they make sense for Vic Fangio's defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jourdan is joined by special guest analyst Diante Lee to share favorite Aaron Donald memories before getting down to business: What will the Rams have to do in the draft to rebuild their defensive line? Fits and favorites and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic's Diante Lee joins Michael-Shawn and Christopher to assess free agent signees Tyrel Dodson, Jerome Baker and Rayshawn Jenkins, and project their roles in Mike Macdonald's defensive scheme. Diante also highlights draft prospects Seattle can target at linebacker like Michigan's Junior Colson, Texas A&M's Edgerrin Cooper and NC State's Payton Wilson in addition to looking at the safety class with a spotlight on Iowa's Cooper DeJean, Wazzu's Jaden Hicks and others.  Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by The Athletic's Diante Lee to discuss sleeper picks in the NFL Draft including South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler. Kevin doesn't hate the potential of Russell Wilson signing with the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by The Athletic's Diante Lee to discuss sleeper picks in the NFL Draft including South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler. Kevin doesn't hate the potential of Russell Wilson signing with the Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mina Kimes is joined by Diante Lee to preview Week 16. Can the Cowboys bounce back after their loss to the Bills? Plus, the Jaguars will be without Trevor Lawrence again as they face the Bucs and what do they expect from both the Lions and Vikings offense? The CJ Stroud-less Texans will take on the mighty Browns defense and Joe Flacco, and the Ravens and 49ers will battle it out on Christmas Day. And finally, Mina and Diante give their picks for every Week 16 game. Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What lessons can we take from last season's best defenses and apply to this season? Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to answer that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MAYS and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What lessons can we take from last season's best defenses and apply to this season? Diante Lee joins Robert Mays and Nate Tice to answer that question on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Follow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFB Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MAYS and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cincinnati continues to stockpile young defensive talent as Michigan CB DJ Turner II and Alabama safety Jordan Battle were drafted by the Bengals in the 2nd and 3rd round, respectively. Paul and Jay analyze each selection, and they also look ahead to day three of the draft. Can we expect the Bengals to add playmakers to the offense on Saturday? Plus, Paul and Jay share an excerpt from The Athletic Football Show of Robert Mays, Nate Tice, and Diante Lee discussing DE Myles Murphy, Cincinnati's first-round pick, in the lead-up to the draft. Follow Paul on Twitter: @pauldehnerjr Follow Jay on Twitter: @JayMorrisonATH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two positions are poised to dominate the top of the 2023 NFL Draft. One is quarterback. The other is EDGE. It's entirely possible that five edge rushers will be selected among the first 11 or 12 picks of the draft. Nate Tice and Diante Lee join Robert Mays to break down the class on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, the guys take a look at Jalen Hurts' new contract.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTubeThis episode is brought to you by Betterhelp. Visit betterhelp.com/mays to get 10% off your first month2:40 Jalen Hurts' new deal16:33 Will Anderson27:40 Jalen Carter32:35 Tyree Wilson39:42 Lukas Van Ness47:15 Nolan Smith61:13 Myles Murphy68:41 B.J. Ojulari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two positions are poised to dominate the top of the 2023 NFL Draft. One is quarterback. The other is EDGE. It's entirely possible that five edge rushers will be selected among the first 11 or 12 picks of the draft. Nate Tice and Diante Lee join Robert Mays to break down the class on this episode of The Athletic Football Show. Plus, the guys take a look at Jalen Hurts' new contract. Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmays Follow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_Tice Follow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFB Subscribe to The Athletic Football Show... Apple Spotify YouTube This episode is brought to you by Betterhelp. Visit betterhelp.com/mays to get 10% off your first month 2:40 Jalen Hurts' new deal 16:33 Will Anderson 27:40 Jalen Carter 32:35 Tyree Wilson 39:42 Lukas Van Ness 47:15 Nolan Smith 61:13 Myles Murphy 68:41 B.J. Ojulari Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Robert Mays and Diante Lee are back for another round of the Monday Hangover, looking back at a handful of Week 5 games that needed a little more time to marinate before we could tackle them in full. The guys dig into Jets-Dolphins, Saints-Seahawks and Eagles-Cardinals on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube5:59 Panthers fire Matt Rhule20:00 Dolphins-Jets38:20 Eagles-Cardinals61:20 Seahawks-Saints Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Week 5 of the NFL season has arrived, and with it comes a whole new slate of questions. Who will take the early lead in the AFC North when the Bengals and Ravens get together? What will the sputtering Rams offense do with a tough test against the top-flight Cowboys defense? How are the Giants and Seahawks doing what they're doing on offense? Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee are here to provide answers to those questions on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:15 Game of the Week: Bengals-Ravens17:35 Gameplan of the Week: Rams offense vs. Cowboys defense41:16 The oddities of the Giants offense50:30 Is the Seahawks offense...good?59:40 Chargers-Browns70:20 Under the Hood: The Falcons offense81:10 Win my Fourth Screen85:40 Week 5 picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's football hangover features a supposed contender squeaking out a win over a banged-up, inferior opponent; two young quarterbacks making different types of debuts; and a couple of AFC South teams that seem to be going in different directions. Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Saints, Jets-Steelers, and Titans-Colts on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:00 Vikings-Saints25:40 Jets-Steelers51:30 Titans-Colts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who had Bills-Ravens as a must-watch game in Week 4 before the season started? OK, OK, that was an easy one. Who had Jaguars-Eagles? That's the beauty of the NFL right there. Some things are as we predicted, but many others are already a jumbled mess. A beautiful, jumbled mess. Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Diante Lee preview Week 4 on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Nate on Twitter: @Nate_TiceFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube1:17 Jaguars-Eagles19:46 Bills-Ravens35:29 Chiefs offense vs. Buccaneers defense48:30 Falcons-Browns63:30 Under the Hood on the Broncos offense72:08 Under the Hood on the Rams offense77:47 Fourth Screen81:30 Week 4 picks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OK, we've had nearly 24 hours to digest Sunday's games and nurse the hangover that a few of them gave us. Let's talk through them, shall we? Robert Mays and Diante Lee break down Vikings-Lions, Broncos-49ers and more on this episode of The Athletic Football Show.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can't debrief everything immediately after a big night. Some things need a day or two to marinate before you can get to them. That's the thinking behind the Monday Hangover, a new weekly episode of The Athletic Football Show. On the debut edition, Robert Mays and Diante Lee dig into the Jets' improbable comeback against the Browns, the Packers' handling of the Bears, the Giants' 2-0 start, and more.Follow Robert on Twitter: @robertmaysFollow Diante on Twitter: @DianteLeeFBSubscribe to The Athletic Football Show...AppleSpotifyYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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