Podcasts about NFC

In Hour 2, Rashad and Joe predict who they think will win the NFC and AFC North, react to the recent Kyle Shannahan news, and more.

¿Qué ocurre detrás de una transferencia bancaria, un pago con QR o un DEBIN? En este episodio de Sin Sucursal conversamos con Atilio Velaz, CEO de COELSA, la compañía que opera una parte fundamental de la infraestructura de pagos digitales de Argentina.COELSA procesa alrededor de 350 transferencias por segundo y conecta bancos, fintechs, billeteras virtuales, empresas y organismos públicos. Su trabajo sucede en milisegundos, pero permite que millones de personas puedan enviar dinero, pagar en comercios y operar las 24 horas, todos los días del año.Durante la conversación analizamos:• Cómo funciona una transferencia desde que ingresamos un alias hasta que el dinero llega a destino.• El rol de COELSA dentro del sistema financiero argentino.• Cómo se detectan operaciones fraudulentas en milisegundos mediante inteligencia artificial.• El nacimiento de Transferencias 3.0 y la interoperabilidad de los pagos con QR.• Las diferencias entre transferencias, QR, DEBIN, transferencias pull y ECHEQ.• Por qué Argentina es uno de los países más avanzados en pagos digitales.• El impacto de la inmediatez en el flujo de fondos de comercios y empresas.• El futuro de los pagos: interoperabilidad regional, NFC desde una cuenta bancaria, biometría y pagos agénticos con IA.También conversamos sobre la competencia entre efectivo, tarjetas y transferencias, la evolución de los medios de pago en América Latina y el desafío de construir una infraestructura financiera disponible, segura y escalable.Una mirada profunda a la tecnología invisible que hace funcionar el dinero digital en Argentina.

ESPN's Jason McCourty and Rich discuss the timeline for Aaron Donald to decide on if he's returning to the Los Angeles Rams or not, why Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints are a team to watch in the AFC and NFC this year, Patrick Mahomes' return to the Chiefs following his season-ending knee injury, and why Kyler Murray should be the Minnesota Vikings' first option over JJ McCarthy as their starting QB.  Rich and the guys weigh in on Indiana Hoosiers Head Football Coach Curt Cignetti essentially calling the SEC a bunch of crybabies. In ‘What's More Likely' Rich weighs in on Deebo Samuel's return to the 49ers, the Cowboys, Bills, Broncos, Falcons, Saints, WWE SummerSlam and more.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Jason makes his way-too-early 2026 NFL predictions. During the show, J-Mac discusses why he's picking both the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos to miss the playoffs, whether there's anybody in the NFC who can hang with the Los Angeles Rams, the likelihood that Kansas City Chiefs miss the playoffs for the second straight season, whether the elite defenses in Houston and Seattle will be able to overcome shoddy quarterback play two years in a row, why he's expecting a big bounce back year for Joe Burrow and the Bengals, and much more! #FSR Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL training camp has officially begun, and every team enters the season with high expectations—but which quarterback is facing the most pressure to deliver?On this episode of Big Game Sports Buzz, Big Game James and J-Stogs debate the NFL quarterbacks with the most to prove, rank their top AFC and NFC contenders, and discuss why LeBron James remains one of the most polarizing figures in sports.The conversation also dives into Ole Miss taking legal action against former players who transferred to LSU, reacts to the latest Tony Romo headlines during Oh Hell Nah, and wraps up with a fun countdown of the Top 5 Sports Nicknames.If you enjoy authentic sports talk, bold opinions, and debates that go beyond the headlines, this episode is for you.Follow BGSE Network for new episodes every week featuring NFL, NBA, college football, and the biggest stories in sports.

professorjrod@gmail.comIf “the internet is down” is the sentence that makes your brain freeze, this guide is for you. We take the pressure off by turning networking into a set of simple ideas you can picture and repeat under stress, the same way you'll need to think on the help desk and on the CompTIA A+ exam. I walk through what a network is, why businesses rely on it, and how PAN, LAN, and WAN show up in real life, from Bluetooth devices to the internet itself.From there, we connect the dots across the gear and the settings: what switches do inside a LAN, why routers matter for getting online, how modems talk to your ISP, and what an access point really does for Wi‑Fi. We cover IP addressing with clean examples, the difference between private and public IPs, and how NAT translates between them. Then we hit the “must know” services: DHCP for automatic configuration, DNS for turning names into numbers, and the core ports that show up again and again. I also share a quick help desk story that proves why “never guess, always verify” saves time.The second half expands beyond networking into the wider set of IT support fundamentals: laptop design and upgrade limits, battery safety, modern connectors like USB‑C power delivery, docking stations, mobile tech like NFC and biometrics, and printer troubleshooting that becomes easy once you understand the printer type and the laser process. We wrap with practical explanations of virtualization and cloud computing, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, plus why the smartest solution is often the right service, not more hardware.Subscribe for more CompTIA A+ and IT certification study help, share this with a friend who's studying, and leave a review so more new techs can find the show.Support the showArt By Sarah/DesmondMusic by Joakim KarudLittle chacha ProductionsJuan Rodriguez can be reached atTikTok @ProfessorJrodProfessorJRod@gmail.com@Prof_JRodInstagram ProfessorJRod

The Philadelphia Eagles are looking to build on another NFC East title after falling short of a return to the Super Bowl. We're joined by Anthony DiBona to break down the biggest reasons last season ended early, evaluate the Eagles' draft class, discuss life after A.J. Brown and what Sean Mannion's new offense could look like. Plus, we examine Saquon Barkley's workload, Jalen Carter's record-setting extension, Howie Roseman's blueprint for sustained success, the top training camp storylines and what it will take for Philadelphia to make another Super Bowl run in a loaded NFC. Don't forget to subscribe to the show anywhere you get your streaming audio and follow Inside Sports on X (@InsideSports880). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mieczysław Bąk demonstruje pierścień płatniczy WearPay, czyli ceramiczną obrączkę NFC działającą bez baterii jak karta zbliżeniowa. Omawia dobór rozmiaru i aplikację, płaci pierścieniem w sklepie oraz pokazuje cyfrową wizytówkę NFC. Audycja dostępna jest również w wygenerowanej automatycznie wersji tekstowej

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright shares his predictions for the NFC ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Is this finally the year Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys go on a run in the NFL Playoffs? Or will Jalen Hurts' Philadelphia Eagles win the NFC East for a third straight season? Are Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears ready to prove they are here to stay with Ben Johnson or was last season a flash in the pan? And just how unbeatable will Matthew Stafford's Los Angeles Rams be in a loaded NFC West, which also has last season's Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and Brock Purdy's San Francisco 49ers? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the JT Sports Podcast, JT explains why the Pittsburgh Steelers are being overlooked in the AFC North despite a veteran core led by Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy, T.J. Watt, and Cam Heyward. He also breaks down the Los Angeles Rams' aggressive push to build a super team around Matthew Stafford, Myles Garrett, and Trent McDuffie, with questions about Aaron Donald's possible return and the NFC balance of power. JT dives into Howie Roseman's continued dominance as GM after Jalen Carter's massive extension and how the Eagles keep staying ahead of the league. He also explores major quarterback and roster storylines involving Kyler Murray with the Vikings, Tua Tagovailoa in Atlanta after Michael Penix's injury, and the early struggles of Marvin Harrison Jr.

Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with Year 3 expectations for Caleb Williams. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Kyle Brandt and Manti Te'o discuss the Bears chances of being a contender in the NFC. Whiteboard Wednesday asks which player will be the biggest bully on the field this season. How does Micah Parsons on the PUP list affect the Packers defense? Plus, a look at the Steelers offense and the connection between DK Metcalf and Aaron Rodgers. Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 of Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb. AFC QB troubles and the Buffalo Bills championship window Previewing the NFC and the Cowboys playoff sorrows What You May Have Missed

Scotty G. & The Coach with Scott Garrard and Tim LaComb on July 29, 2026. Hour 1 AFC QB troubles and the Buffalo Bills championship window Previewing the NFC and the Cowboys playoff sorrows What You May Have Missed Hour 2 Will Jaren Jackson Jr impact winning in Utah? G, B, & U: BYU Maui invitational schedule and predictions. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning says it's National Championship or bust this season Hour 3 Dan Wolken, senior writer for Yahoo Sports covering college sports Tony Jones on LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers + MORE Hour 4 Henry Greenstein, Covering KU athletics for the Lawrence Journal-World Sports Roulette: Cole Bishop might be the most interesting man in the NFL + MORE

Episode 246 of Simply The Best Sports Take with Sean Bingham:In this episode, we explore the current state of NFL quarterback play, analyzing the tiers of quarterbacks across the league and what it means for teams and fans. We also compare legendary basketball careers to highlight what truly defines a Hall of Fame athlete.00:00 Introduction to NFL quarterback analysis and league overview02:10 NFL quarterback tiers and what they mean for teams03:27 AFC quarterback tiers: Who can carry your team?04:43 AFC North and South quarterback evaluations06:07 NFC quarterback tiers and team success08:52 Weakest divisions and quarterback potential11:21 Top NFL quarterbacks and their rankings14:12 Dysfunction and potential in NFL quarterback situations15:20 Fan perspective: Is NFL quarterback play better than ever?17:25 The impact of surrounding pieces on quarterback success19:33 Basketball Hall of Fame: Jordan vs. LeBron comparison22:33 Conclusion: What defines a GOAT in sports?View & Subscribe on YouTube: @stbsportstake⁩ https://www.youtube.com/@stbsportstakeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stb.sports.takeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbsportstake/ Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more: https://linktr.ee/stbsportstake Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/STBSportsTake/ X (Twitter) https://twitter.com/stbsportstake Why STB Sports Take?Simply The BestbySean Thomas BinghamCopyright © STB Inc.

Is nine wins realistic for the Giants this season? Plus, who is the best team in the NFC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL season is almost here, and Grant & Tobi tackle some of the biggest questions around the league. Is Philadelphia still the team to beat in the NFC? Will 2026 be Aaron Rodgers' final NFL season and can he lead his team back to the playoffs? Plus, who enters the year as the favorite to win the loaded NFC North?

¡Empezamos la NFC en Dando el Rol! Ya cubrimos las cuatro divisiones de la AFC y ahora le entramos a la Nacional, comenzando con la NFC North. Repasamos el panorama de fantasy football equipo por equipo y jugador por jugador, más las noticias más recientes de la NFL y La Bebes o La Derramas.Support the show

This is Happy Hour with Johnny Radio on Sports56. Jay Hamm and Jared here in the studio with Johnny as usual, joining is Jordan Evans and today it's a football heavy show. More specifically an NFL show as we link with Mo Schefter at 11:30 and talk heavy NFC.

Time to Get Up with the brand new kingdom - can Lebron and the Sixers 86 the Knicks as the beasts of the east? Meanwhile - football - there's a super team on the west coast as well - are the Rams ready to run roughshod over everyone in the NFC! And - a reality check for the Ravens - did Lamar and Baltimore miss their window in the AFC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the second hour of Stokely and Evans with Mark Schlereth, Stink comes up with a diagnosis for Stoke's issues over the weekend. Is there a logjam at TE for the Broncos? If so, is it even a quality group of TE's competing for the starting job? Johnny Fever makes a bold prediction about Bo Nix being in the MVP short list this season and the guys debate whether they Bo-lieve it or not. The Morning Crew wrap up the second hour in 4 Down Territory where even the 49ers coach is hurt, a bad edit exonerates Jerry Jeudy, the worst kept secret in the NFL, and the Chargers of the NFC.  

Hosted by Jonathan Stewart and Desmond Johnson Its time for NFC South previews! Cannon Fire Podcast host Rhett Matthew joins the show to preview the 2026 Tampa Bay Buccaneers! Can Baker Mayfield get that extension? How big will the loss of WR Mike Evans be? Will Tampa contend for the NFC south? Presented by Fanduel and Ziprecruiter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Navigational Keywords - Business Strategies for Websites (Best Practices)The conversation focused on the critical role of navigational keywords in business website strategies and best practices for SEO. Several points were raised, including the distinction between informational and navigational keywords, the practical implications for website structure, and how search engines and users interact with these elements.Key Themes & ConceptsWhat Are Navigational Keywords?One concept discussed was the definition of navigational keywords: these are brand-specific queries used to find specific web pages or destinations within a website, such as "Brand + login," "Brand + pricing," or "Brand + contact." Navigational keywords contrast with informational keywords, which are broad and unbranded, like "best restaurant near me" or "how to tie a tie" 09:06.Why Are Navigational Keywords Important?A key theme that emerged was the way navigational keywords indicate high search intent. Users searching with these terms already know the brand and are seeking specific information or functionality—like product pages, contact details, or policy documents 10:15.How to Implement Best PracticesThe discussion explored actionable best practices for leveraging navigational keywords on business websites:Dedicated Pages: Businesses should create clear, dedicated pages for key navigational actions—such as /contact, /about, /pricing, /reviews, /careers—so that search engines have specific, easily indexed URLs to display in search results 14:03.URL Structure & Keyword Density: URLs should reflect the navigational query and use clear, hyphenated keywords to make it easier for algorithms and users to understand (e.g., yourwebsite.com/privacy-policy). Hyphens are treated as word separators by search engines 15:12.Sitemaps & Technical SEO: XML sitemaps act as a roadmap for algorithms to crawl a website efficiently. Keeping both HTML (what users see) and XML (what bots crawl) structures organized is vital 26:31.Regular Updates: Pages should be maintained and regularly updated. The two critical dates for each page are the date published and the date last modified—these inform algorithms the content is current and relevant, improving SEO performance 45:04.Importance of Brand & Action PairingsThe conversation emphasized that effective navigational keywords pair the brand with a specific action or destination (e.g., "Sephora privacy policy," "Amazon shipping"), which allows businesses to "own" those key queries and drive high-intent traffic 12:24.Measuring & Managing SEOThe discussion also touched on website management:The number of well-structured, dedicated pages can impact investment and SEO value 18:03.Regular auditing and technical optimization of all primary and secondary web properties ensures consistency, compliance, and discoverability 22:41.Understanding audience awareness stages (unaware, problem aware, solution aware, product aware, most aware) helps align SEO content and navigational structure with user intent 35:12.TakeawaysNavigational keywords are essential for brand recognition and conversion, providing shortcuts for users seeking specific brand information.Businesses should invest in user-focused, clearly named, and regularly maintained navigational pages to capture high-intent searches 43:06.Effective technical SEO, including XML sitemaps and proper URL structures, boosts a website's usefulness to both users and search engines.By adopting these best practices, businesses ensure their websites are easily navigable for users and highly visible to search engines, setting the stage for better awareness, engagement, and growth.Who Is This For?The conversation focused on business owners, entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone looking to optimize their website's visibility and effectiveness, particularly through the strategic use of navigational keywords.It is especially relevant for those responsible for maintaining or improving the web presence of a brand, including solopreneurs and those with multiple or complex sites seeking clarity on SEO best practices and site structure (00:01:45, 00:21:48, 00:39:24).Key Moments & SEO Summary with TimestampsIntroduction to Navigational Keywords & Series Context: Outlining the focus on keywords for website business strategies (00:00:10).Website as a Core Asset: Emphasizing the necessity of a website as a brand hub for discovery and operations (00:03:00).Value of Quick Links and Site Accessibility: How having links to websites, calendars, and resources streamlines connections at events (00:04:02).Technological Tools for Networking: RFID/NFC and QR codes as ways to share multifaceted digital presences instantly (00:05:27, 00:07:00).Defining Navigational Keywords: Explained as brand-specific, high-intent search queries driving direct access to internal pages (e.g. “Brand + Contact,” “Brand + Login”) (00:08:39-00:12:24).Site Structure & Essential Pages: Importance of clear, dedicated URLs for contact, about, pricing, policies, reviews, etc. for both users and search engines (00:14:03, 00:16:17).Keyword Density, URL Structure, and Modifiers: The technical aspects affecting SEO on navigational and branded queries (00:13:33).Role of Sitemaps and Algorithm Interaction: Front- and back-end elements (HTML/XML) and the importance of current, updated content (00:26:31, 00:28:12).Awareness Stages: Moving from “unaware” to “most aware” for web users and the importance of matching their journey (00:34:42-00:36:46).Regular Updates and Maintenance: The necessity of revisiting and updating site pages to keep them “alive” in the algorithm (00:44:46, 00:45:50).Summary and Call to Action: Clarity, connection, and proactive site management—with encouragement to take the next steps (00:47:12, 00:48:28).FAQs1. What are navigational keywords and why do they matter?Navigational keywords are search queries aimed at finding specific branded pages (e.g. “Brand + Contact”). They guide users directly to the information or action they seek, playing a key role in brand visibility and customer experience (00:08:39, 00:10:15).2. What essential pages should every business website have?Contact, About, Pricing, Privacy Policy, Reviews, Careers, Locations, Return Policy, and Service pages—all clearly labeled with descriptive, hyphenated URLs (00:16:08).3. How often should I update my website pages?Regular updates signal activity and relevance to both users and algorithms. Important dates include “published” and “modified,” which should reflect recent engagement (00:45:04).4. How can I connect multiple websites or domains effectively?Centralize branding, ensure consistent linking, and consolidate scattered domains when possible so search engines understand their relationship and users can easily navigate between them (00:21:57).5. What's the role of awareness stages in website strategy?Your content and site structure should serve users at different familiarity levels—from “unaware” to “most aware”—with easy access to relevant information at every stage (00:35:12).Action Steps from Favour Obasi-ikeAudit All Active Website Pages:Ensure every required page exists, is linked clearly, and contains current information (00:16:17).Check and Update URLs:Use descriptive, hyphenated slugs for internal navigation—e.g., /about-us, /contact, /pricing (00:15:12).Establish an Update Routine:Schedule regular reviews to update modified dates—especially for high-traffic or business critical pages (00:44:46).Centralize Links Across Platforms:Use tools (link aggregators, NFC cards, QR codes) for seamless access from all touchpoints (00:05:52, 00:07:00).Monitor User Awareness:Identify which stage (unaware, problem aware, solution aware, product aware, most aware) your visitors occupy and tailor CTAs and navigation accordingly (00:35:12).Encourage Feedback and Continuous Learning:Collect responses (like the “put a 1 in the chat”) to gauge clarity and adjust future content and site structures (00:46:10).Ready to Rank? 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Hour One of the Good Morning Football Podcast begins with the Rams outlook in the NFC. Hosts Jamie Erdahl, Seth Rollins and Jahleel Addae discuss possible landing spots for Tyreek Hill. Rookies are reporting for the Ravens, what is their biggest concern this season? Stay tuned for Hour 2 of the GMFB Podcast! The Good Morning Football Podcast is part of the NFL Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Omar Ruiz joins Wolf and Luke to discuss if the Arizona Cardinals are holding a quarterback competition during training camp, what he expects to see from Jeremiyah Love in his rookie season, and who in the NFC west improved the most.

Joe and Nolan Bianchi break down the Detroit Lions' Super Bowl window and the impact of new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing. They also evaluate Jahmyr Gibbs' fantasy football stock and the overall strength of the competitive NFC North division. 02:19 - Nolan Bianchi Joins 06:08 - Petzing's Offensive Impact 12:15 - NFC North Competition 13:35 - Jahmyr Gibbs Fantasy Value 22:30 - NFC vs AFC Strength

Join Bird and Adam for a brand new episode of the Basement Talk Podcast Fantasy Show! Today, the Divisional Previews roll on as the guys continue in the NFC with the NFC South!!!! Players discussed include Baker Mayfield, Travis Etienne Jr., Tetairoa McMillan, and Kyle Pitts!!! The guys close out the NFC Divisional Previews next week, with the NFC West wrapping it all up!!! Stay tuned for more from the Basement Talk Podcast Fantasy Show, and do go check out our other podcasts in the Basement Talk Podcast Family of Podcasts!!

(00:00) The guys talk about and rereact to Ray Lewis' Hall of Fame speech, then they react to clips of him being on Celebrity Family Feud a couple nights ago, where former NFL players went against each other as team AFC vs team NFC. Then, they talk about the dress code for the party tomorrow, and Fred's old jacket. (00:18:33.64) The Email Bit (Proudly brought to you by Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers)(xx:xx) THE STACKPlease note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Sports the NEMO Way we bring the best Tampa Bay professional sports athletes to the table for discussion. Tampa Bay, Tampa, Tampa Bay. What do they have in Tampa Bay oh I know a lot of loser franchises. Buccaneers are usually last in the NFC south, The Rays are garbage, The lightning I think won a couple Stanley Cups, but yeah not a very successful sports city. I guess we just go to this city for the climate, and the hot women on the beaches. Anyway I've shit on this city enough for the week everyone have a great day and we'll see you all next week... Peace.

Austin Gayle, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee start the pod by analyzing LB Jordyn Brooks's big contract extension with the Miami Dolphins, and Devonte Wyatt's new deal with the Green Bay Packers. They then go through every division in the NFC conference and speculate on possible outcomes for each team in the upcoming 2026 NFL season.(00:00) Big contract extensions and 2026 NFC scenario predictions(01:36) Jordyn Brooks's and Devonte Wyatt's contract extensions(09:52) NFC West predictions(46:54) NFC North predictions(01:11:08) NFC East predictions(01:33:54) NFC South predictionsThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Austin GayleGuests: Steven Ruiz and Diante LeeProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezEngineer: Jason ArreolaProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ok Dan, help us make sense of this one! We pulled George after 80 pitches and 6 innings on Monday because he was coming off a long break… and doing well, but we leave Castillo in for 7 innings, 101 pitches coming off the same break… Then, we put Ferrer in, down two, cut the deficit to one and don't use Speier or Bazardo?!? (insert wringing hands emoji) :30- Mariners Morning After We aren't bothered that the Mariners lost to the Reds last night, Chase Burns is really good and the offense struggled. We are bothered by other stuff though! :45- Seahawks training camp starts this weekend and there are fans who are bothered that the other teams in our division are getting more attention than the Seahawks, but should they be? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David has a list from Sports Illustrated of 14 teams that can actually win the Super Bowl. The guys discuss whether they approve of each team.

Ray and JRich discuss the biggest storylines traing camp is right upon us in the next week. Kicking things off with the NFC, where they will discuss the pressure on Jalen Hurts with a new offense, The Rams superbowl or bust, all-in year and if Kyler can find a new home in Minnesota as JJ McCarthy trys to fight for the starting job. All that and more as they break down the 15 biggest storylines going into Training camp. Thank you for checking out the Podcast, be sure to follow and comment if you have any questions, we are always happy to answer any. For Access to our Premium Tools (Trinity, WAR & More) & Discord Community ⁠https://ddfantasyfootball.com/subscriptions/⁠ Join the discord for FREE: https://discord.gg/TAeWz3B5VW Subscribe to the Wake Up YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaIJqSepjl-eZ2YEaaLciFA Subscribe to the Youtube Channel DDFFB ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@DDFFB⁠ Subscribe to Ray's Channel: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RayGQue⁠ Check out All of Ray's Articles at Yahoo!: ⁠https://sports.yahoo.com/author/ray-garvin/⁠ Follow Ray on Bleacher Report: ⁠https://br.app.link/7ExIDsWfHVb⁠

Dan Jamieson secured exclusive rights for Jude Bellingham the week before the FIFA World Cup. The ICONS CEO takes us inside the complex world sporting memorabilia, where fame, fans and intellectual property collide. The Bellingham bet — talent-spotting as a business modelIcons approached Bellingham three years, eight months ago while he was still at Dortmund — long before the World Cup made him a global name. The signing model is a venture bet: identify the X-factor early, earn the entourage's trust, lock in exclusivity before the price moves.Jamieson's read on Bellingham is the whole thesis in miniature: "treat him like he's a foreign footballer." His fame was built overseas, his value is that he transcends Englishness — the opposite of "yeoman-like" Harry Kane, who doesn't sell to kids in Macau, Australia or the Philippines.The signing itself is prosaic: roughly an hour of his time at Real Madrid's training complex, filmed for content. The value is manufactured afterwards through framing, licensing and authentication.The rights stack — why one player requires three dealsA single Bellingham product sits on top of a layered set of rights: the player (exclusive deal via a tight, family-run team), the club (Real Madrid takes a cut on image rights — their argument: the halo of the shirt inflates his global value), and the tournament (FIFA / Champions League licences).Notable: Icons pays Real Madrid as well as Bellingham, but does not pay the FA for the England shirt.The signing was split ~50/50 Madrid/England on the bet that Madrid would globalise better — but post-tournament it's England fans doing the buying. A live demonstration of how a World Cup rewrites demand in real time."Official, authentic, exclusive" — the three buzzwordsThe entire proposition rests on these three words. The FIFA licence buys the right to use the marks, access official channels, and — revealingly — instruct Google to stop directing buyers to unofficial sellers.Sharp detail on enforcement: the party responding most effectively to takedown requests is the Chinese, who ask for official IP letters so they can clear out counterfeit listings. Western platforms, by implication, are slower.Triple Lock — authentication as the core moatIcons' answer to a "Wild West" market: film the entire signing, edit it, attach an NFC chip to the shirt so a phone scan surfaces the exact geolocated, timestamped, verifiable moment of signing.The honest tension underneath: Richard presses whether authenticity actually matters to a buyer who just wants Bellingham on the wall. Jamieson concedes there's "a world of slop out there" far cheaper than Icons — the business model only works if enough buyers pay a premium for provenance. Authenticity isn't a feature, it's the entire value exchange.Retailtainment — the media/retail convergenceRichard's coinage-to-steal of the episode: "retailtainment." Icons has turned itself into live commerce for the eBay "Summer of Soccer" — footballers interviewed for an hour in-studio while an Icons "World XI" is auctioned live. Effectively "QVC for the modern age."With three months' notice, Icons stood up a studio, trained staff into on-camera talent, and now broadcasts every three days. But Jamieson is disciplined about scale: live is ~10% of World Cup activity — a high-profile experiment, not the engine.The Gary Lineker / Rest Is Football anecdote is the episode's best illustration of guerrilla marketing: a Messi shirt hand-delivered to reception, an invite upstairs, then a Bellingham frame — which ends up on-screen in the show's England opener. Product placement earned, not bought.Fanatics — the elephant, as platform and as frenemyIcons' relationship with Fanatics is deliberately pragmatic: it's a distribution partner (15 years with the memorabilia team) and a subcontracting client (Icons signs players for Topps and Panini, but doesn't produce cards itself).Jamieson's framing of Fanatics' ambition is the sharpest strategic line in the conversation: they want to "build a multi-story car park of tents" — own "all the goodies in the sweet shop." Fanatics Live is "Comic-Con for sport,"and the model is league rights plus individually-contracted superstars who also do PR, events and the "white party in the Hamptons."The Topps/FIFA card rights deal gets a diplomatic "let's say it was a surprise" — Jamieson can't see how you award a licence five years out (it reverts to Fanatics/Topps at the 2031 Saudi World Cup). Read: a big cheque, future-proofing, and Infantino goodwill from the on-site deal.The trading-card vs. memorabilia distinction — two different marketsCrucial clarification of where Icons sits. Trading cards are a "free-flowing frictionless" tradable commodity — American-centric, increasingly international (Ohtani, Pokémon, Japan), an asset class with whales and secondary markets.Icons' product is deliberately not tradable. Jamieson refuses to call it an investment: "you are a fan, you love this guy... put it on your wall and enjoy it." He's wary of the unrefereed secondary market. He acknowledges Icons is "thinking about" making its product tradable — a live strategic question they haven't resolved.NFTs — the dog that didn't barkJamieson stood on the sidelines through the NFT boom by instinct — a "real world tangible product person."Tellingly, no one ever came with a big cheque, so Icons was never tested.His one genuinely interesting idea: the Maradona shirt with a cigar burn — a true one-of-one that could pair a physical artefact with a blockchain-owned digital twin. But the digital-native builders "were obsessed by the digital nature of it" and never bothered with the physical/digital combination that would have interested him.On digital signatures: blunt dismissal — "I hate that stuff. It's just rubbish." Worth maybe £2 on a merchandising cup, meaningless to a collector.The supply-chain reality — where the money actually gets made and stuckThe least glamorous, most revealing theme. Icons believes it's the biggest buyer of football shirts in the world — thousands at a time, "round the back of the bike sheds" at Classic Football Shirts.The Messi 2022 lesson: three years' revenue in three days, but entirely on pre-orders, because there were no Argentina shirts left on Earth. Adidas took six months to remanufacture; customers waited until summer. Right now Jamieson is "buying Argentina shirts" pre-emptively to avoid a repeat. England shirts are easier — the market is so vast Adidas "produce billions"The through-line question — what is a media outlet now?The thread Richard keeps pulling: retail, media, rights and IP are collapsing into one space. eBay Live, Fanatics Live, Netflix moving from Rest Is Football into live FIFA rights (the Women's World Cup in Brazil on Netflix), and Icons building its own broadcast studio — all point the same way.The strategic uncertainty left open: is the American World Cup an outlier or the new template? Jamieson is inside it and still can't fully call it — which is the honest and interesting place to leave it.Unofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 500 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series and live events, you can reach us via the website.

Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash find reasons to get excited for Giants football, starting with the NFC being wide open this year. Plus, Tiki and Shaun on the Giants having a quarterback they can believe in; concerns around Malik Nabers' health; Craig Carton cautions Giants fans that John Harbaugh alone won't save the team; Craig and Chris McMonigle on the hype around Jaxson Dart this season.

Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash find reasons to get excited for Giants football, starting with the NFC being wide open this year. Plus, Tiki and Shaun on the Giants having a quarterback they can believe in; concerns around Malik Nabers' health; Craig Carton cautions Giants fans that John Harbaugh alone won't save the team; Craig and Chris McMonigle on the hype around Jaxson Dart this season.

The boys are joined by Corey Sanchez to discuss if Washington is the most slept on team in the NFC, Washington Trivia, and they answer fan questions to wrp up the show!!Support the show

The NFC has seen plenty of changes this offseason, and we're catching you up on everything you need to know for 2026 fantasy football! Adam and Jamey break down the biggest storylines from around the conference and what they mean for your fantasy drafts.We discuss the latest injury updates on Giants stars Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo, including where we're comfortable drafting them. We also dive into Kyler Murray's move to the Vikings and what it could mean for Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and Minnesota's offense.Plus, we break down what the Lions' new offensive coordinator, Drew Petzing, could mean for Sam LaPorta, discuss Caleb Williams entering Year 3 and Luther Burden's fantasy potential with the Bears, and hit several other NFC storylines that could shape the 2026 fantasy football season.

The guys go through NFL teams that won their divisions last year that are most likely to end up in last place in 2026.

How many games does Aaron Glenn need to win to keep his job with the Jets? Plus, Rick is committed to the Eagles being his NFC team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take begins with Messi magic and English Disaster! Hey Jude, that match went bad. Watching Real Madrid highlights, won't make it better. Remember, Messi is the only GOAT. Then you can start, to recognize the abject heartbreak of that result! Football almost came home! Is this an all time bad loss for England? Then, does resigning George Pickens vault the Cowboys over the NFC's best? Next, are team friendly contracts ruining the NBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game' with a VERY optimistic Seattle Seahawks fan, and the guys breakdown how the highly-competitive NFC could play out this season. ESPN's Taylor Twellman and Rich break down the World Cup including Argentina's latest thrilling comeback to advance to the final vs Spain, breaks down what England Manager Thomas Tuchel did so very wrong after going up 1-0, says why he has zero issues with Jude Bellingham confronting Lionel Messi mid-game, breaks down the intriguing Spain vs Argentina showdown, and the mindset of goal keepers when a level up soccer match goes to penalty kicks. Rich and the guys react to LeBron James' latest comments about Brockman saying he won't be a factor in his next team's chances to make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aaron Judge's uncertain recovery creates the show's darkest scenario: the Yankees could win the World Series without their captain, turning a championship into a complicated legacy debate. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber, and the crew delivers its boldest predictions and biggest fears for the rest of the New York sports year. Morash sends the Yankees back to the World Series without the Dodgers waiting, while the Giants' optimism hinges on Jaxson Dart avoiding regression, reckless hits and an early-season collapse. The conversation expands to the Giants' suddenly open NFC playoff path, Brian Cashman's trade deadline pressure and the nerves facing young Yankees. Tiki also explains how England choked away its World Cup semifinal against Lionel Messi and Argentina, while the crew reacts to the wildfire smoke, Gotham FC's massive Citi Field crowd, Fanatics Fest storylines and the strangest moments from the ESPYs.

The NFC playoff race may be far more open than expected, giving the Giants a legitimate reason for hope. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they examine the uncertainty surrounding the Eagles, Packers, Lions, Seahawks and 49ers, and explain why simply exceeding expectations could put the Giants in the postseason conversation. Shaun and Tiki also refuse to fall for the annual Cowboys hype, debate whether the Mets must finally spend big on starting pitching and examine how trade deadline pressure could affect Anthony Volpe and other young Yankees. Plus, Shohei Ohtani's surprising lack of mainstream recognition raises a larger concern about baseball's place in American sports culture.

The NFC playoff race may be far more open than anyone realizes, and that gives the Giants a legitimate reason for hope. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber, and Shaun explains why only a few NFC teams feel like postseason locks. He is not predicting a Giants playoff berth yet, but uncertainty surrounding the Eagles, Packers, Lions, Vikings, Seahawks and 49ers has him talking himself into the possibility. Tiki also examines how the MLB trade deadline can affect young Yankees such as Anthony Volpe, while Geno Smith's future, the annual Cowboys hype cycle and the Mets' chances of rebuilding their rotation spark more debate. Plus, callers deliver bold predictions involving Dallas, Juan Soto and a potential Mets rebound.

Bill and CBS's JP Acosta go team-by-team in the NFC making crazy predictions that they could absolutely see happening. 0:00 Welcome 1:12 Cowboys 7:09 Giants 10:12 Eagles 13:54 Commanders 18:04 Bears 21:35 Lions 24:46 Packers 28:14 Vikings 32:21 Falcons 36:11 Panthers 40:57 Saints 44:55 Bucs 47:17 Cardinals 51:26 Rams 57:30 Niners 1:00:46 Seahawks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles remain talented enough to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl, but Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash see real warning signs beneath the surface. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they examine Jalen Hurts' criticism, Philadelphia's aging offensive line, constant coordinator changes and the possibility of a stunning collapse. They also explain why the Giants should no longer feel helpless against their biggest rival.

Good morning! Start your day with Go Birds! Daily, a daily Eagles podcast giving you everything you need to know for Tuesday, July 14th. In today's episode Eliot Shorr-Parks continues his preview series of the other teams in the NFC by taking a deep dive into the New York Giants — where they improved, where they have weaknesses and what should concern the Eagles. Presented by Ashley, America's number one furniture and mattress store. Join Go Birds! Insiders!, a new community for all the #RealOnes, #AutoDownloaders and Daily listeners to hang out, talk Eagles and enjoy exclusive Eagles content! CLICK HERE to join.

Nick Kostos begins the first hour talking NFL, who can compete with the Rams in the NFC. Also, Robert Flores joins to talk all things MLB.

Nick Kostos is live on this Tuesday, opening the show to talk NFL. With the Rams as the clear favorite, who else in the NFC can challenge them for a berth to the Super Bowl?

Good morning! Start your day with Go Birds! Daily, a daily Eagles podcast giving you everything you need to know for Monday, July 13th. In today's episode Eliot Shorr-Parks starts his preview series of the other teams in the NFC by taking a deep dive into the Dallas Cowboys — where they improved, where they have weaknesses and what should concern the Eagles. Presented by Ashley, America's number one furniture and mattress store. Join Go Birds! Insiders!, a new community for all the #RealOnes, #AutoDownloaders and Daily listeners to hang out, talk Eagles and enjoy exclusive Eagles content! CLICK HERE to join.