Podcast appearances and mentions of mike clay

Mike Evans and Richie Carni with Mark Schlereth kick off the fourth hour previewing the Nuggets’ Game 3 matchup against the Thunder tonight. They get Stink’s take on Shedeur’s chances to make the Browns’ roster before Richie draws a surprisingly apt comparison between Shedeur and Russell Wilson. They discuss the expectations Broncos Country has for Bo Nix’s sophomore season after ESPN’s Mike Clay projected a regression for Bo’s numbers in year two. Mike, Stink, and Richie finish today’s show with jokes about the new Pope, some hockey songs, and their prediction for Game 3.

Mike Evans and Richie Carni open the second hour previewing the Nuggets’ return home for Game 3 of their series against the Thunder. They highlight the Broncos’ forgotten first round pick as they discuss which player will make or break the class of ’25. They break down why Mike Clay’s projection for Bo Nix isn’t necessarily a bad thing before they hear some new hockey songs. What’s Trending? The Thunder roll into Denver, the biggest story heading into Broncos rookie minicamp, and the show’s favorite country boy returns.

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Phil and Richie cross talking with Cecil and Will. Would you rather the Nuggets have lost in a close game than getting blown out last night? How easy is it for the Nuggets to flush that loss away and move on to game 3? What did the guys make of Mike Clay’s projections for Bo Nix’s second NFL season? Is it fair to expect a slight dip in his rookie year stats as we usually see a “sophomore slump” from quarterbacks as defenses have the book on Nix? Where does Nix rank on CBSsports.com’s list of top quarterbacks? Richie shares the shocking top of the list and lists till we hit Bo Nix. Is Nix being underrated going into 2025? Richie shares his own list of how he would rank the NFL’s quarterbacks heading into next season. We react to ESPN’s article detailing the biggest hole on every NFL roster, what is the Broncos biggest hole after free agency and the draft? Who will be the Broncos number two receiver this upcoming season?

In hour 3 of The Drive, Zach and Phil react to ESPN’s Mike Clay projections for Bo Nix’s 2025 passing stats. If Bo put’s up similar stats to his rookie year, would that be a successful season? We also react to an AI projection of Bo Nix’s 2025 stats and Phil explains why he wouldn’t like to see Nix air the ball out for 4,000 yards and prefers the Broncos to be a running team and that will lead to more wins. DenverSports.com’s James Merilatt joins the show to discuss if the Avalanche should have made a bigger move than only firing their power play coach, if the Nuggets are becoming more believable as championship contenders and much more. There are two specific Broncos looking for a pay-day, how should the Broncos proceed with Nik Bonitto and John Franklin Meyers? Is it premature to give these guys contracts this off season or should they make them go out and prove their worth next season?

Hour 1 of The Drive kicks off with Zach and Phil cross talking with Cecil and Richie. The guys debate who will be the x-factor for the Nuggets tonight. Has interim coach David Adelman proved he deserves to be the next head coach of the Nuggets? Was Michael Malone holding Jokic back from being a leader? Zach and Phil react to ESPN’s Mike Clay projections for Bo Nix’s 2025 passing stats. If Bo put’s up similar stats to his rookie year, would that be a successful season?  We also react to an AI projection of Bo Nix’s 2025 stats and Phil explains why he wouldn’t like to see Nix air the ball out for 4,000 yards and prefers the Broncos to be a running team and that will lead to more wins. There are two specific Broncos looking for a pay-day, how should the Broncos proceed with Nik Bonitto and John Franklin Meyers? Should the Broncos give them an extension now or wait till they prove it again this upcoming season and risk having to pay even more?

In the 2nd hour, Cecil and Richie talked about Michael Porter Jr.'s bad performance in Game 1 against the Thunder. The fellas broke down Mike Clay's 2025 projections for the Broncos that has Bo Nix having a sophmore slump. Cecil explained why he's not letting anyone on the Nix bandwagon. What are the projections for RJ Harvey? 

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Field Yates, Mike Clay, Daniel Dopp, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza are LIVE at Lambeau Field for the 2025 NFL Draft! The draft weekend just got WILD! Get ready for shocking fantasy reactions, rookie breakdowns, biggest free agent moves, biggest fantasy players from last season, and unpredictable QB chaos that'll flip your fantasy league upside down before Week 1 even starts! Will Cam Ward be the No. 1 pick? Could Ashton Jeanty shock everyone and land in the 1st round? Will Travis Hunter or Shedeur Sanders fall to the 2nd round? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, and Liz Loza give their full report on the rookies looking to get drafted next week! After that, they predict the future of some of the biggest names in fantasy football. AND they tell you the ONE rookie they believe can "get it done" in fantasy football this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Awadd kicks off the hour by looking at Mike Clay's "red flags for regression" for the Commanders this offseason. Then, we ask you, does this team have what it takes to win more than 10 games. Finally Awadd closes with what he thinks will make a successful Commanders season.

ESPN Senior NFL Writer Mike Clay joined the show to discuss the free agency of Tee Higgins, the Panthers most recent moves, and more NFL news

In this episode of "On the Mark with Anita Marks", Anita Marks analyzes the biggest moves and key storylines from the NFL free agency period. She's joined by ESPN Senior Writer Mike Clay and New York Giants legend Amani Toomer to break down the impact of these transactions and what they mean for the upcoming season. Plus, Anita shares her early NFL futures bets and bold predictions for the year ahead.

Welcome to the ultimate celebration of the fantasy football season! The Fantasy Focus crew—Field Yates, Mike Clay, Stephania Bell, Daniel Dopp, and Liz Loza — hand out awards to this year's biggest fantasy standouts, surprises, and disappointments. From MVPs to Breakout Stars, Waiver Wire Wonders to Fantasy Flops, we're breaking it all down in style. Who takes home the coveted Fantasy MVP award? Which rookie shined the brightest? And who had the hottest take of the season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell put a bow on the NFL regular season. But first, the crew breaks down everything fantasy managers need to know heading into Week 18! Plus, we talk this season's most notable scoring leaders. Who finished on top? Which rookies shined brightest and are poised to dominate next season?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the top of the year, and on today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay dive right back into the thick of things heading into Week 18! Will we see Saquon Barkley this week vs the Giants? Will Brock Purdy play vs Arizona? Plus, we'll break down some pivotal WR start or sits for the week: Can we trust Garrett Wilson vs. Jalen Ramsey and can Cooper Kupp bounce back?! Finally, it's time for Mike Clay's 2025 Top 25! Tune in to hear more on who made the list and who didn't! All that and more on Fantasy Focus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell dive into the key takeaways from Thursday Nights low scoring Seahawks vs Bears game. Plus, as we head into a packed weekend of Saturday and Sunday action, there are still plenty of injury concerns.. Is Jalen Hurts in or out vs Dallas? And will start WRs Malik Nabers or Davante Adams suit up in Week 17? And don't miss the crew's discussion on lineup locks—who you can trust, who you should avoid, and the players that could make or break your week. All that and more, coming up on Fantasy Focus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay recap the standout performances and games from the Christmas slate, while gearing you up for everything you need to know heading into Week 17. We're diving into the Naughty or Nice List to call out which players delivered and who left Fantasy managers out in the cold. Plus, with a critical TNF matchup between the Seahawks and Bears on deck, we'll preview key games and break down what's at stake. Can Fantasy managers still rely on D'Andre Swift? Are the Bengals clinging to a complicated playoff path? And will Joe Burrow light it up again in another big game? All that and much more coming up on Fantasy Focus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell will recap the Broncos - Chargers TNF game and break down everything you need to know heading into Week 16. A couple of wide receiver injuries for the Seahawks and Packers leave unanswered questions on their offenses. Can DK Metcalf shake off this slump? What can we expect from the Packer's receivers with an ongoing Alvin Kamara groin injury? The crew will also get into any Week 16 burning questions fantasy managers may have. Finally, we'll get into the team's starts of the week thus far. All that and more on Fantasy Focus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know ahead of Week 16 including if Tua Tagovailoa and Brock Purdy are capable of bouncing back and this week's segment of ranking top QB's and WR's in the dark. Plus, for the playoffs will the guys trust their instincts or is it all about strategy? Speaking of trust, it's time for this year's WR Trust Tree! What can we expect from DeVonta Smith after a big Week 15 performance? Finally, heading into Thursday Night Football, Clay & Yates will preview who to look out for in this Chargers-Broncos matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Liz Loza dive into their Week 16 rankings for pivotal playoff matchups including how the Falcons benching Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. will impact fantasy managers. Plus, we talk if Amon-Ra will be a top 5 WR this week, where TJ Hockenson and Hunter Henry fall on the list of TE ranks and if we can trust Drake Maye against a strong Buffalo defense. Finally, Liz Loza will get into this week's Facts vs. Feelings!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down who to start or sit for Week 15 before we tackle some key injury updates heading into the weekend. Plus, find out which pass catchers our squad has the most confidence in this week, Justin Jefferson, Sam LaPorta or Devonta Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know heading into the fantasy playoffs including if momentum is on Adam Thielen's side and with Rome Odunze coming off his first multi-touchdown game, can he follow it up against the Vikings? Plus, the 'Dopp-ler Playoff Radar' gives the forecast for key players for the rest of the season. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Rams and 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 15 rankings including if fantasy managers should be concerned after Tee Higgins' performance in Week 14 and if Travis Kelce a Top 5 tight end this week. Finally, the guys answer your lineup questions for Week 15! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell recap the TNF game between the Lions & Packers before breaking down everything you need to know heading into Week 14. Plus, we get into the starts of the week for the crew including important lineup locks to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 14 rankings including where Isaac Guerendo falls with Christian McCaffrey & Jordan Mason on IR and if we still trust Malik Nabers & CeeDee Lamb with risky QB situations. Plus, who is the better fantasy RB in Kansas City this week, Kareem Hunt or Isiah Pacheco? Finally, the guys answer your pressing questions with the playoffs just around the corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay are here to get you prepared for the entire Week 13 slate of games. Is Tua startable against the Packers in a tough Thanksgiving matchup? Is Jaxon Smith-Njigba the top option at WR in Seattle? Will Keenan Allen build on his strong performance against the Vikings? Plus, who are the best players to start this week? 0:00 Intro 1:09 Welcome to Fantasy Focus! 3:41 Fantasy Feast or Pass the Plate? 32:28 Daniel Jones to the Vikings 34:31 Thanksgiving Table Talk 51:35 Starts of the Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay, and Stephania Bell answer your most crucial questions ahead of Week 12. Has Javonte WIlliams silenced the Audric Estime hype? Which Packers WRs are startable against the 49ers? Can you start Anthony Richardson this week? Plus, how does Tommy DeVito affect Malik Nabers' fantasy value? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show, Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, and Mike Clay break down everything you need to know for Week 12. With Isiah Pacheco off the IR, when will he be able to start in fantasy? And is Austin Ekeler a must-start against a struggling Cowboys defense? Plus, you sent in trade proposals — the guys let you know which ones to accept before the fantasy deadline next week. Finally, the crew previews the Thursday Night Football Matchup between the Steelers and Browns. How many Browns WRs can we trust? All that and more on Fantasy Focus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into our Week 12 rankings including if Bo Nix is a top 10 fantasy QB for the rest of the season and if we can expect consistency after Anthony Richardson's standout performance. Finally, we discuss the expectations for Mike Evans after his return from injury and if we are due for a Christian McCaffrey breakout game against the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay dive into their Week 11 rankings including if George Pickens has earned a spot among the top 5 WRs, if Brock Purdy is a reliable top 10 QB for the rest of the season and what we can expect from Chase Brown moving forward. Plus, the crew hits reset and takes turns redrafting the top 10 active rookies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell, and Mike Clay take you through everything you need to know before Sunday's slate of games. Should you bench DeAndre Hopkins ahead of a Patrick Surtain shadow? Will Jonathon Brooks carve out a sizable role in his first NFL game? Plus, can Aaron Rodgers help you with your playoff push? Finally, what are realistic expectations for CMC in his first game back from Achilles tendonitis? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay let you know who should be a lock in your lineup for Week 10. Plus, we discuss if it is safe to drop Sam LaPorta and if Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle can turn it around. Finally, the guys preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Bengals & Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 10 including if CMC is immediately a top 5 RB when he returns, if Daniel Jones is a reliable option against the Panthers in Germany and more! Plus, we hand out midseason awards for fantasy MVPs and busts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 9 lineup including if Bo Nix is the best QB to stream this week, if Cedric Tillman is a lineup lock after an impressive performance against Baltimore and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay tackle each player's rest-of-season schedule, breaking it down by Madden difficulty level. Then, we preview Thursday Night Football and answer if the Jets can flip their spooky offensive struggles into double trouble for the Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 9 rankings including the impact Anthony Richardson's benching will have on the Colts and how Diontae Johnson's trade to the Ravens will alter Zay Flowers' production. Plus, what do key injuries mean for Houston's offense moving forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell break down everything you need to know to set your Week 8 lineup including if you should start CJ Stroud, if Tank Bigsby is on the hot seat, if Dak Prescott can bounce back and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down some of the biggest Week 8 fantasy storylines including what we can expect from Bryce Young vs. the Broncos, if big games are coming from C.J. Stroud and Anthony Richardson, how Cooper Kupp will look in his return and more. Plus, with Thursday Night Football tonight, we'll look at which players on the Rams and Vikings will stand out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their rankings for Week 8 including what a trade to Kansas City may mean for DeAndre Hopkins' fantasy outlook, if it is time to sell high on Mark Andrews and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Mike Clay & Stephania Bell are here to break down everything you need to know for Week 7. Should you start Anthony Richardson this week? Is Chase Brown finally the clearcut RB1 in Cincy? Is Kareem Hunt a reliable starter for fantasy? Plus, did we witness Javonte Williams' breakout game on TNF? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay get you ready for Week 7 by guiding you through some of the most congested backfields in the NFL before talking players you need to put in your lineup. Plus, we preview Thursday Night Football by asking if Alvin Kamara the only Saints' player you can rely on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 7 rankings including an assessment of Amari Cooper's new ceiling after his trade to Buffalo, if Cooper Kupp will be a top 10 WR again this season, what the Steelers' potential QB change means for Pittsburgh's top fantasy performers and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell and Mike Clay get you ready for Week 6 including which QBs are trustworthy options in your lineups and if Tank Dell is a lineup lock with Nico Collins out. Plus, is Breece Hall a bounce back candidate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay get you ready to set your Week 6 lineup with some start/sit questions including who is the more dependable RB between Zack Moss & Chase Brown, if you can trust Calvin Ridley against the Colts and more! Plus, who are the best lineup options in Thursday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay break down their Week 6 rankings including if Drake Maye is a streaming option in his first official start, if D'Andre Swift is an RB1 this week and if Marvin Harrison can bounce back this week versus the Packers. Plus, which players are worth buying low on now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates, Stephania Bell & Mike Clay are here to prepare you for Week 5. How should you navigate difficult start/sit decisions, including benching Mahomes?! Plus, Stephania provides injury updates you need to know ahead of setting your line-up. Finally, who should you cut if they don't perform in Week 5? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Fantasy Focus! On today's show Daniel Dopp, Field Yates & Mike Clay are here to get you set for Week 5. What's the gut check on Tyreek Hill as he continues to play without Tua? Who are our starts and sits for the week? Plus, who can you trust on Thursday Night Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay tackle their rankings heading into Week 5 including if we are trusting Drake London as a top 10 WR and if Jonathan Taylor's injury is cause for concern going forward. Plus, they break down the latest trade options for Davante Adams before we do a Fantasy Focus re-draft!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Field Yates, Daniel Dopp, Mike Clay and Stephania Bell to preview everything you need to know heading into Week 4 including if Malik Willis will shake up the Green Bay WRs value and which players are set to shine & who might flop this week. Plus, Mike Clay has some hot takes you won't want to miss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daniel Dopp, Field Yates and Mike Clay do some wellness checks on some of your favorite players throughout the league heading into Week 4. Plus, a special edition of "Commit or Commit to HE!" before we dive into our TNF preview of the Cowboys and Giants including if CeeDee Lamb is due for a big game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices