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Mina is joined by Robert Mays for a little football therapy ahead of the 2026 NFL season! They talk through some of the biggest questions they have heading into Week 1 and try to make sense of the teams, players and storylines they can't stop thinking about. Then, the Fantasy Footballers join the show for the first time for some FANTASY FOOTBALL therapy! They talk through the players they can't decide whether or not to draft, who they're buying, who they're staying away from and which players might be worth the risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bill and Robert Mays discuss the questions about the 2026 that will be the most predictive for how the season plays out. If they knew, for example, where the Cowboys defense finishes in DVOA or how many sacks the Bills rack up they would be much better equipped to tell you how the season will go. 0:00 Welcome 5:35 Where will the Cowboys defense finish in DVOA? 11:43 How many Rams offensive linemen start a game? 20:06 How many sacks will the Bills have? 27:31 How will the shift to under center affect a myriad of teams? 37:19 What is the Bears' passing success rate? 42:22 What percentage of 49er targets will go to players not named McCaffrey, Kittle, or Evans? 46:55 What is the Texans' EPA per carry? 52:05 What is the Chiefs' explosive play rate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Robert Mays joins Grant & Danny to discuss what the Commanders' signing of Stefon Diggs means for the offense. He weighs in on whether Diggs could finish with more receptions than Terry McLaurin, how Washington stacks up after adding another proven playmaker, how Jayden Daniels may evolve in Year 2, and whether the offense will look any different with Diggs in the fold.
Hour 2 features Robert Mays breaking down the Commanders after the Stefon Diggs signing, including his thoughts on Jayden Daniels and what he saw at training camp. Plus, Grant & Danny discuss whether the Nationals are ready to spend as their young core develops or if they're committed to a Rays-style approach, before wrapping up with another edition of Double Play.
Grant & Danny get fired up for the Hall of Fame Game and debate what Stefon Diggs' arrival means for the Commanders, including whether he or Terry McLaurin will lead the team in receptions. Robert Mays and Warren Sharp share their insights on Washington's outlook, Jayden Daniels, and Diggs' fit in the offense, while Commanders guard Chris Paul checks in from training camp. Plus, the guys discuss the Nationals' spending philosophy, bring you another Beltway Blitz, and much more.
The Chicago Bears are finally being talked about as one of the NFL's best offensive situations — and Bears fans know how wild that feels. On today's episode of Chicago Bears Central, Haize breaks down why Chicago was ranked as the No. 2 offensive foundation in the NFL, trailing only the Los Angeles Rams, and why the combination of Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, D'Andre Swift and the offensive line could make the Bears one of the most dangerous teams in football.Haize also dives into Caleb Williams' massive 2026 motivation. After leading the Bears to the Divisional Round and delivering clutch comeback moments, Caleb is now entering a season where a Super Bowl run and a massive contract extension could both be on the table. His market value is already projected around $51.7 million per year, and a huge 2026 season could push that number even higher.Plus, can Ben Johnson's Bears make franchise history with three 1,000-yard receivers? Robert Mays floated the possibility of Rome Odunze and Luther Burden both reaching 1,200 yards while Colston Loveland hits 1,000 — something the Bears have never done before.Haize explains why Rome Odunze may be the real key to unlocking the offense. With DJ Moore gone, Caleb more comfortable in Ben Johnson's system, and Rome reportedly healthy, the former top-10 pick has a chance to remind everyone why the Bears invested so heavily in him.The show also addresses why the idea of moving Darnell Wright to left tackle should be put to bed. Wright has become one of the NFL's best right tackles, and the Bears should not create a new problem while trying to solve another one.Topics include: Chicago Bears offense, Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson, Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, Colston Loveland, Darnell Wright, Bears offensive foundation, Bears 2026 season, Bears Super Bowl window, Bears franchise history, Bears left tackle battle, Darnell Wright contract, NFL news, Chicago Bears Central.Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/ChiBearsCentralGet at us:Email: ChicagoBearsCentral@gmail.comTwitter:@ChiBearsCentralPhone: (773) 242-9336Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this week's Best of the Bears, The Athletic's Robert Mays discussed Caleb Williams' upcoming third NFL season and the hopes for another leap; Rahimi and Harris outlined how Williams can improve his completion percentage; and Clay Harbor broke down the work of second-year tight end Colston Loveland.
In this week's Best of the Bears, The Athletic's Robert Mays discussed Caleb Williams' upcoming third NFL season and the hopes for another leap; Rahimi and Harris outlined how Williams can improve his completion percentage; and Clay Harbor broke down the work of second-year tight end Colston Loveland.
In this week's Best of the Bears, The Athletic's Robert Mays discussed Caleb Williams' upcoming third NFL season and the hopes for another leap; Rahimi and Harris outlined how Williams can improve his completion percentage; and Clay Harbor broke down the work of second-year tight end Colston Loveland.
Robert Mays dissects Caleb Williams' trajectory under Ben Johnson bonus 1546 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:26:56 +0000 IbRM6Ixr8ByDD5iDfE7xm9dsKGKQClJV sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Robert Mays dissects Caleb Williams' trajectory under Ben Johnson Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodca
Robert Mays dissects Caleb Williams' trajectory under Ben Johnson (Hour 4) bonus 2675 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:03:00 +0000 nnNRciImNaFex9LK7vczk7CN4AcbWFes sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Robert Mays dissects Caleb Williams' trajectory under Ben Johnson (Hour 4) Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. CT on 104.3 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amper
The Athletic's Robert Mays talked about Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson's play-calling tendencies on "The Athletic Football Show."
Seth and Sean dive into some of what Robert Mays, Derrik Klassen and Dave Helman had to lay out about CJ Stroud, his concussion and the Texans offense at various points last season. Then discuss Brandon Aiyuk continuing to rail against the 49ers on social media.
Nate Tice & Robert Mays rank the top 12 mastermind playcallers in the NFL heading into the 2026 season. The duo kick things off with three NFC West head coaches at the top, debating the play-calling genius displayed by Sean McVay (Los Angeles Rams), Kyle Shanahan (San Francisco 49ers) and defending champ Mike Macdonald (Seattle Seahawks). Ben Johnson rounds out the top four for his masterful command of the Chicago Bears offense. Next up, Nate and Robert give some love to a pair of defensive coordinators with VERY different approaches in Vic Fangio (Philadelphia Eagles) and Brian Flores (Minnesota Vikings), plus a few former star coordinators: Jesse Minter and Brian Schottenheimer, now head coaching the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys respectively. The duo round things out with some offensive gurus that don't receive enough appreciation: Matt LaFleur (Green Bay Packers), Liam Coen (Jacksonville Jaguars), Shane Steichen (Indianapolis Colts) and Mike McDaniel (Los Angeles Chargers), plus plenty of honorable mentions that didn't quite make the list. (3:15) - Top 4 playcallers: NFC genius head coaches (37:10) - Playcallers 5-8: solid foundations vs. innovation (1:08:00) - Playcallers 9-12: underrated offensive gurus Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app:
Seth, Sean and Raheel react to and assess Robert Mays's notion that Will Anderson Jr. is the best non-QB player in the NFL under age 25, and Cam Jordan signing a 1-year deal with the Saints.
Bill and Robert Mays of The Athletic discuss the players they think are most likely to be named as a 1st-team All-Pro for the first time in their careers. 0:00 Welcome 7:40 Which players are poised to make the leap? 9:36 Quarterbacks likely to ascend to 1st-team All-Pro 16:45 Ladd McConkey? 19:02 Other WRs with potential for 1st-team All-Pro season 27:58 Offensive linemen on the brink of a 1st-team All-Pro season 37:57 Jahmyr Gibbs is a free space in this exercise 38:47 Defensive linemen who could make the leap to 1st-team All-Pro 46:57 Linebackers with a chance 48:42 Corners with potential to make the leap 54:45 Any rookies with a chance at a 1st-team All-Pro season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Kostos is joined by Robert Mays from the Athletic to talk the latest storylines in the NFL offseason.
Nick Kostos opens the second hour talking with Robert Mays from the Athletic on the latest NFL headlines. Also, Drew Dinsick joins to breakdown the latest NBA Playoff betting angles.
Nick Kostos is LIVE this Thursday, breaking down the results from Wednesday night in the NBA. Can the Knicks survive if Anunoby misses time? Also, the latest news on Mike Vrabel and Aaron Rodgers and what it means for 2026. Robert Mays, Drew Dinsick and Bill Reiter join the show.
Robert Mays, host of The Athletic Football Show, joins The Alec Lewis Show to talk about the Vikings' GM search. He and Lewis discuss what they think about GM structure, what makes the Vikings' job interesting and more. They also talk about the Kyler Murray fit and Caleb Banks' pick at No. 18 in the NFL Draft. Lewis begins the episode with some news on the GM candidate interviews, revealed Thursday. This show is hosted by Talk North and presented by First Resource Bank, which serves the needs of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. For more information, here is their website:https://myfrbank.com/And here is a link to all of their locations!https://myfrbank.com/locations-hours/Sponsored By: UNRL (unrl.com) — NFL collection: https://www.unrl.com/pages/unrl-x-nflPro MN: www.promnathletics.comSponsorship inquiries: mailto:aleclewis54@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The calibre of guest continues to rise on the show with the esteemed Robert Mays, host of The Athletic Football Show, joining the boys for the first time! Excuse the occasional echo as Robert tells the boys which teams are under most draft pressure and who could go from worst to first. Plus, the boys delve into more International Game options and reach a consensus on the top 5 quarterbacks in the draft. This is a Muscle Cat Media show.Search Outback QB on Insta and TikTok.Subscribe to Curt Can't Talk for all your other sporting needs.The Outback QB Podcast is hosted by Curtis Deboy (Curt), Mathew Maidment (Dos) and Chris Hall (Hally). It is produced by James Womack (Jim). TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Robert Mays joins19:29 Other International games24:04 Top 5 QB Class47:30 Joke of the Week
Daryl Ruiter and Ken Carman evaluate Robert Mays' assessment of Todd Monken's hiring, weighing the potential for a Bruce Arians-style success against the risk of a short-term placeholder role. They analyze the organization's history of quick dismissals and debate whether Andrew Berry and Monken can lead the franchise into their new stadium in 2029.
Andy and Jeff talk about Robert Mays' comments about Shedeur Sanders and Deshaun Watson and whether or not there's faith in either of these quarterbacks to step up.
Robert Mays joined Baskin and Phelps and shared his thoughts on the Browns' moves this off season, and why he thinks Andrew Berry completely mishandled the entire offensive line becoming free agents. He also talked about the quarterback situation and whether or not either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders could be an answer, why he thinks the Browns are likely looking to 2027 for quarterback solutions, and what he thinks the best case scenario will be for Todd Monken as the head coach.
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Bill and Robert Mays of The Athletic discuss the Maxx Crosby saga, whether or not Las Vegas will still get two 1st round picks for him, and the possible suitors for him now that the Ravens have backed out of their trade for him. Plus, they try to make sense of Daniel Jones' new deal with the Colts. 0:00 Welcome 1:13 Crosby deal called off by the Ravens 19:02 Are the Ravens too top heavy? 20:34 Is team building philosophy changing? 31:23 Will Raiders still get two 1sts for Crosby? 32:37 Other suitors for Crosby 44:02 Daniel Jones' new deal with the Colts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2.6.26 Hour 1 1:00- Redskins legend, and Pro-Football Hall of Famer Sonny Jurgensen passed away at the age of 91. 19:45- Robert Mays from The Athletic Football Show joins G&D to preview Super Bowl 60!
Robert Mays from The Athletic Football Show joins G&D to preview Super Bowl 60!
Nick Kostos is LIVE from Radio Row! Nick opens the show with his thoughts on Jaren Jackson to Utah and James Harden to Cleveland.
Nick Kostos is LIVE on Radio Row! Nick is joined by Robert Mays, Danny Parkins, Scott Hanson, Nate Tice, Greg Hill, Jermaine Wiggins, Ben Watson, Shawne Merriman, Evan Williams and Ben Fawkes. Plus, Nick reacts to the Jaren Jackson and James Harden trade.
The Athletic's Robert Mays joins the show to discuss his career as an NFL writer, his thoughts on Matt Nagy to New York, and MUCH MORE!
Bump and Stacy are joined by Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show to get his thoughts on why he has faith in the Seahawks offense and their impressive defense depth, they answer your questions about the Patriots offense and Quandre Diggs in Four Down Territory, they hear Troy Aikman’s theory about Bill Belichick’s NFL Hall of Fame snub in The Timeline, and they look back on the most important play of the Seahawks season.
In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score football analyst Olin Kreutz joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to preview the Bears-Rams showdown Sunday in the NFC divisional round; The Athletic Football Show host Robert Mays joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to reflect on the Bears' special season; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Rams matchup.
In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score football analyst Olin Kreutz joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to preview the Bears-Rams showdown Sunday in the NFC divisional round; The Athletic Football Show host Robert Mays joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to reflect on the Bears' special season; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Rams matchup.
In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Score football analyst Olin Kreutz joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to preview the Bears-Rams showdown Sunday in the NFC divisional round; The Athletic Football Show host Robert Mays joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to reflect on the Bears' special season; and NFL Network reporter Stacey Dales joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Rams matchup.
Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali welcomed on The Athletic Football Show host Robert Mays to preview the Bears-Rams showdown Sunday in the NFC divisional round. Score reporter Mark Grote also joined the show to share a Bears report.
In the third hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' breakout season. After that, Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show joined the program to preview the Bears-Rams showdown Sunday in the divisional round.
NFL writer and podcast host Robert Mays joined the show to discuss the Bears improbable run this season.
The host of The Athletic NFL Show joins Jacson for a far-reaching preview of every Divisional Round game. They break down Seattle's big game against San Fran, as well as which teams have which advantages in the Rams-Bears, Bills-Broncos, and Texans-Patriots matchups. Plus, Super Bowl picks!Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-cthttps://CigarThoughtsNFL.com
Robert Mays (Host of The Athletic Football Show & Co-Host of Athletic HQ Show) joins Scott to talk about how fun & fascinating the 2025 Chicago Bears have been, what are their chances to actually get across the finish line & make the playoffs, will it be a disappointment if they don't? plus talk on the just as crazy AFC playoff picture. FOLLOW SCOTT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/BarbChairScott https://www.tiktok.com/@barbchairscott https://www.instagram.com/barbchairscott https://www.x.com/79thAndHalas Follow & Subscribe to the Barber's Chair Network on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4nFJnUOYMmA78twcDnZgVz Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-barbers-chair-network/id1643892831 Subscribe to the Barber's Chair Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/BarbersChairNetwork BUY YOUR BARBER'S CHAIR MERCHANDISE: https://www.bcnetshop.com/ VISIT: https://www.thebcnet.com/
Bill and The Athletic's Robert Mays name some guys as they use Philip Rivers' return as a way to discuss which former players would help current contenders right now. 0:00 Welcome 1:10 Excitement and wonder about Rivers' return 7:34 Wishcasting former players to help current contenders 11:07 Chiefs and Ravens 13:09 Texans 15:22 Chargers 16:33 Bears 19:29 Rams 23:04 Eagles 25:51 Packers 31:53 Niners 34:55 Seahawks 36:56 Patriots 38:42 Lions 44:06 Broncos 45:41 Jaguars 47:01 Steelers 48:46 Bills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Robert Mays from The Athletic joins G&D to spin us around the NFL and hits all the headlines including the MVP frontrunner... Drake Maye?
A big win for the Cowboys last night — Kay Adams shares her thoughts on what it means for Dallas and why Steelers fans should be shielding their eyes. Taylor Lewan and Will Compton of Bussin' With The Boys join me to talk about all the latest happenings around the league — and in college football as well. Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show will stop by to talk about those first-place Chicago Bears.
11.13.25 Hour 3 1:00- Caps- Katie Florio, NFL- Mike Jones, CFB- Denton Day 18:00- Robert Mays believes that the Commanders not being under center doesn't affect the Commanders success rate on offense.
Robert Mays believes that the Commanders not being under center doesn't affect the Commanders success rate on offense.
The Jim Rome Show HR 3 - 11/12/25 After Mark in Albany took a sledgehammer to Dino In Vegas with a diss track, Dino responds. Then, Jim answers Your Ask The Pro's E-Mails and Posts. The Athletic's Robert Mays joins the show to discuss the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11.12.25 Hour 4 1:00- Robert Mays from The Athletic joins G&D to discuss the Commanders downfall, and how it has come to this point in 2025... 20:00- We find ourselves a little jealous that all Commanders fans are having fun in Madrid, meanwhile we're back home.
Robert Mays from The Athletic joins G&D to discuss the Commanders downfall, and how it has come to this point in 2025...
Bump and Stacy are joined by Robert Mays of The Athletic to get his thoughts on what he expects to see from the Seahawks in the second half of the season and how they will incorporate Rashid Shaheed into the offense, they bring you some of the biggest stories around the NFL, including how the Eagles GM responded to the reports of their interest in trading AJ Brown, they give you their thoughts on UW’s newest AP ranking and the Cardinals naming Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback in Headline Rewrites, and they answer your questions about NFL Quarterbacks and the Seahawks trade deadline moves in Four Down Territory.
Nate Tice & The Athletic's Robert Mays reunite for a very special episode of trade deadline takeaways & midseason awards. The duo start by reacting to the biggest moves of the NFL trade deadline, including Sauce Gardner's fit with the Indianapolis Colts, Rashid Shaheed bolstering the explosiveness of the Seattle Seahawks offense, Jakobi Meyers to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Logan Wilson to the Dallas Cowboys and Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles.Later, Nate & Robert dive into their midseason awards, deciding who deserves the nod for MVP, Offensive & Defensive Player of the Year, Offensive & Defensive Rookie of the Year, Protector of the Year and Coach & Assistant Coach of the Year, plus a live reaction to the Cowboys acquiring DT Quinnen Williams.(3:10) - Trade deadline reactions & takeaways!(31:35) - Midseason awards: MVP(43:45) - Midseason awards: OPOY & DPOY(57:30) - Midseason awards: OROY & DROY(1:05:40) - Midseason awards: Protector of the Year(1:14:50) - Breaking: Cowboys trade for DT Quinnen Williams(1:18:05) - Midseason awards: Coach of the Year & Assistant Coach of the Year Subscribe to Football 301 on your favorite podcast app: