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Football dorks, class is in session. Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, flanked by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald, is here every Tuesday and Thursday to grind the tape & share his takes on the ins and outs NFL strategy, play-calling, coaching & scouting from the guy who's done it before.
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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald bring you an emergency episode of Football 301 to react to the bombshell Micah Parsons trade. What does it mean for the Dallas Cowboys defense? Is this worse than the Luka trade for Dallas sports fans? What can Micah bring to the Green Bay Packers defense? All that and more on today's emergency pod.
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Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to deep dive on every team in the AFC West. The dynamic duo peel back the curtain on the Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers to determine what to watch for on offense & defense, their potential breakout players and win total over/unders for each team. Is this division as tight as it's projected to be, or will KC continue their dominance?Later in the show, Nate is joined by star Atlanta Falcons RB Bijan Robinson to talk Arch Manning, transitioning to the NFL, his favorite under-the-radar play he's made and more.(3:40) - Raiders deep dive(32:20) - Broncos deep dive(57:40) - Chiefs deep dive(1:20:00) - Chargers deep dive(1:38:10) - Bijan Robinson joins the show
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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald give their takeaways from preseason Week 3 before diving into their NFC West division preview. The duo kick off the show with their immediate reactions to the Washington Commanders finally extending Terry McLaurin before getting into their takeaways from preseason Week 3, including the Miami Dolphins falling flat against Jacksonville and some day 2 wide receivers looking solid early (hello Isaac TeSlaa).Later, Nate & Charles preview the NFC West division, including what to expect on offense & defense, potential breakout players to watch and final win total picks for the Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks.(4:15) - Terry McLaurin extension reactions(7:00) - Preseason Week 3 takeaways(16:45) - Cardinals deep dive(35:50) - Rams deep dive(54:45) - 49ers deep dive(1:13:10) - Seahawks deep dive
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Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald from the Yahoo Sportsbook at the Venetian in Las Vegas to dive into the biggest gambles NFL teams are taking this season. After giving their thoughts on the breaking news that Brian Robinson Jr. has been traded to the San Francisco 49ers, the trio dive into their nine biggest gambles, including the Washington Commanders, Los Angeles Rams, Indianapolis Colts, Kansas City Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys and more.Check out our special edition Yahoo Fantasy shirts available now on Homage — http://homa.ge/yahoo-fantasy(3:00) - 49ers trade for Brian Robinson Jr.(8:00) - Commanders all-in on Jayden Daniels(13:40) - Atlanta Falcons don't play Michael Penix in preseason(18:05) - Houston Texans OL: that's it?(21:30) - Dallas Cowboys don't add to front 7(25:45) - Josh Simmons is a star out the gate for Chiefs(30:00) - Matthew Stafford's back(35:10) - Colts letting Kelly & Fries walk(45:25) - New York Giants run it back with Daboll & crew(51:40) - Aaron Rodgers is Pittsburgh Steelers' missing piece
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Nate Tice & Matt Harmon deep dive into the AFC East, a division full of question marks. Can the Buffalo Bills defense keep up with the offense this season? Who exactly are the Miami Dolphins? Can Drake Maye take the leap this season for the New England Patriots? And what can we expect from the New York Jets this season? Nate and Matt set expectations for the offense & defense, name a potential breakout player and give their win total picks for each team.(5:20) - Bills deep dive(34:05) - Dolphins deep dive(58:00) - Patriots deep dive(1:22:40) - Jets deep dive
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Nate Tice & Charles McDonald join forces to preview the NFC North as they deep dive on every team in one of the most intriguing divisions in football this season. But first, the dynamic duo react to the news that the Cincinnati Bengals are looking to potentially trade star EDGE Trey Hendrickson as they each give an ideal landing spot for the veteran pass rusher. Nate and Charles also highlight their top takeaways from Week 2 of preseason action around the NFL, as Charles was intrigued by Dillon Gabriel thickening the quarterback controversy plot in Cleveland, while Nate was hyped about Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears offense coming to life against the Buffalo Bills.Next, Nate and Charles deep dive on the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. For each team, the hosts give their expectations for the offense and defense, a potential breakout player to watch and their final over/under win total predictions.(4:50) - Favorite landing spots for Trey Hendrickson(13:15) - What we learned in preseason Week 2(22:30) - Cowboys deep dive(45:25) - Giants deep dive(1:03:30) - Eagles deep dive(1:21:25) - Commanders deep dive
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Nate Tice & Matt Harmon join forces to preview the most exciting division in NFL history: the great AFC South. Nate and Matt officially lift the Jags ban to take a deep dive on the Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars & Tennessee Titans to analyze what to watch this season on offense and defense, a potential breakout player to keep an eye on and their final over/under win predictions for the 2025 season. Can Trevor Lawrence take the next big step? Does Tennessee have the pieces to support Cam Ward? Will the Texans offensive line hold them back? Who the heck is playing quarterback for the Colts? All that and more on today's Football 301.(3:20) - Texans deep dive(27:30) - Colts deep dive(48:00) - Jaguars deep dive(1:09:05) - Titans deep dive
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Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald to deep dive on the NFC South division and give you everything you need to keep an eye on this season. But first, the trio each give their biggest takeaway from Week 1 of preseason action, including the New York Giants defense, the New York Jets run game and some interesting offensive usage from the Jacksonville Jaguars.Later, Nate, Matt and Charles deep dive on the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers to determine what to watch on offense and defense, a potential breakout player and their final over/under win total picks.(4:55) - What we learned from preseason Week 1(23:00) - Falcons deep dive(48:55) - Panthers deep dive(1:09:15) - Saints deep dive(1:31:15) - Buccaneers deep dive
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Which team will sit on top of the AFC North after the 2025 NFL season? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald preview the division, starting with the Cincinnati Bengals. Will the star-studded offense be able to overcome the team's defensive woes? Next, the trio moves on to the Cleveland Browns. Which signal caller will reign supreme in their packed QB room? Later, the boys break down the Baltimore Ravens and whether Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry can lead the team to a Super Bowl. They finish the show up with the Pittsburgh Steelers. What should we expect from 41-year-old Aaron Rodgers at QB? It's an information-packed episode that you don't want to miss!(5:00) - Cincinnati Bengals deep dive(31:45) - Cleveland Browns deep dive(57:45) - Baltimore Ravens deep dive(1:21:40) - Pittsburgh Steelers deep dive
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Who will win the NFC North? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald preview the division, but first they discuss some news. Will Micah Parsons ever actually be traded away from the Dallas Cowboys? And should we be more concerned about Matthew Stafford's back injury? After that they break down the NFC North, starting with the Chicago Bears and new head coach Ben Johnson. Will Caleb Williams have a breakout season under new leadership? They move on to theorize about the future of the Detroit Lions, who will be playing under new offensive and defensive coordinators. Next, they discuss the Green Bay Packers. Will shaky play at cornerback be an issue this season? They finish the show up with the Minnesota Vikings. How will first-year starting QB J.J. McCarthy fare under the spotlight? Don't miss this packed and informative episode!(3:40) - Micah Parsons requests a trade(11:00) - Time to panic about Matthew Stafford’s back?(18:15) - Chicago Bears deep dive(47:15) - Detroit Lions deep dive(1:04:45) - Green Bay Packers deep dive(1:20:35) - Minnesota Vikings deep dive
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Which team has the best offense in the NFL? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald debate their top 10 offenses as we head into the 2025 season. Are people sleeping on the Dallas Cowboys? Will changes at offensive coordinator hurt the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions? And which teams score an honorable mention? It's an absolutely jam-packed episode that you don't want to miss!(4:05) - Top 10-8(30:25) - Top 7 & 6(56:20) - Top 5 & 4(1:08:50) - Top 3(1:31:50) - Final recap & honorable mentions
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On the latest edition of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald discuss Nate's top storylines from training camp so far, including new developments from the Kansas City Chiefs offensive line, Marvin Harrison Jr. bulking up for a big sophomore season, the Chicago Bears' chaotic training camp practices and more! Later, the guys rank their top 10 defenses in the league heading into the 2025 season.(3:15) - Josh Simmons takes over at LT for Chiefs(9:00) - Marvin Harrison Jr. bulks up(12:00) - Joe Mixon out with foot injury(17:30) - Luther Burden and Bears camp chaos(24:45) - Top 10 defenses in the NFL: 10-5(1:03:15) - Top 10 defenses in the NFL: Top 5
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What are our biggest questions as training camps begin? Yahoo Sports' Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald drop the burning questions on their minds about J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings, the Browns four-way QB battle and more. But first, they discuss some news around the league, including the latest developments in the NFLPA scandal. Later in the show, the guys take a look at some looming contract disputes. How big of an effect will Terry McLaurin's holdout have on Jayden Daniels? We're tackling that and more on today's show!(1:54) Breaking down the NFLPA scandal(11:20) Latest contract extensions(24:45) Do these contract disputes really matter?(47:48) Biggest training camp questions
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Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to reveal their 2025 NFL All-Average Team – the most average player in the NFL at every position. But first, Matt & Charles sit down to discuss the latest contract news around the league, including their reactions to the Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner extensions, the Kansas City Chiefs extending G Trey Smith, which second round picks could lose the most from a potential mass holdout and more.Later, the crew reveal their All-Average Team, as Nate covers QB, offensive line and EDGE, Matt covers WRs, corners and tight end while Charles handles running back, defensive line and safeties.(1:25) - New York Jets extend Garrett Wilson & Sauce Gardner(8:30) - Chiefs extend G Trey Smith right before deadline(13:15) - Which second-rounder would lose the most from holding out?(21:45) - 2025 All-Average Team: Offense(42:30) - 2025 All-Average Team: Defense
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On today's episode of Football 301, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald join forces to reveal their top 10 NFL head coach rankings. But first, Matt and Charles give a few new faces in new places to watch this season that could have a sneaky big impact on their team's success, including Pete Carroll, Kellen Moore, Aaron Glenn & more.Later on, the guys reveal their top 10 head coaches, discussing what makes a great NFL head coach and debating the differences between their lists, including plenty of back and forth on Mike Tomlin, Dan Campbell, Kyle Shanahan, Demeco Ryans & more.(3:00) - New faces in new places that could make a big impact(25:55) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 10-8(33:15) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 7 & 6(41:35) - Top 10 Head Coaches: 5 & 4(52:05) - Top 10 Head Coaches: Top 3
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What are the implications of the Miami Dolphins trading Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers for Minkah Fitzpatrick? Charles McDonald is joined by Steven Ruiz and Diante Lee of The Ringer to discuss the fallout of the trade. They also question why the Dallas Cowboys have yet to pay Micah Parsons and more. Then, Mina Kimes joins Nate Tice and the two compare their top 10 favorite pieces of football media, from movies and TV to books. See what made their lists!(00:55) - Steelers trade for Jalen Ramsey(13:45) - Pass rushers who need to get paid(20:05) - Expectations for the Giants & Falcons this year(29:40) - Mina Kimes joins the show!(34:00) - 10-8(43:00) - 7 & 6(1:03:35) - 5 & 4(1:15:00) - Top 3
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Who are the best receivers in the NFL entering the 2025 season? Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald compare their top 10 wideouts on today's show. But first, Matt and C Mac discuss the latest offseason news in the NFL including Jaire Alexander signing with the Baltimore Ravens, Rashee Rice and Josh Simmons being medically cleared for training camp and more!(1:50) - News roundup: Jaire Alexander, Anthony Richardson, Russell Wilson & Rashee Rice(23:55) - WRs 10-8(37:00) - WRs 7 & 6(44:35) - WRs 5 & 4(56:10) - Top 3 WRs
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Why is Shedeur Sanders still such a hot topic in the sports world? Special guest Bomani Jones joins Charles McDonald on this episode of Football 301 to discuss the Cleveland Browns QB situation, whether Aaron Rodgers makes the Pittsburgh Steelers more interesting and more! Later on in the show, Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and C Mac count down their top 10 defenders in the league entering the 2025 NFL season.(00:20) - Bomani Jones joins the show(31:00) - Defenders 10-8(41:40) - Defenders 7 & 6(49:30) - Defenders 5 & 4(1:01:20) - Top 3 defenders
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Nate Tice is joined by Matt Harmon & Charles McDonald to break down their top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 NFL season. The crew break down their picks from #10 to #1, with analysis on rising stars like C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love, polarizing figures like Brock Purdy and Jalen Hurts and perennial elites like Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Patrick Mahomes.Later, Nate is joined by new Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold as Sam breaks down a few of his highlight (and lowlight) plays, discusses joining Klint Kubiak and the Seahawks offense and much more.(3:15) - QBs 10-8(22:20) - QBs 7 & 6(39:15) - QBs 5 & 4(49:30) - Top 3 QBs(58:20) - Sam Darnold joins the show
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Could Mike Tomlin be on the hot seat this time next year? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their opinions on who is headed into a make-or-break season in 2025. But first, they chat about the trades they most want to see before the end of the offseason. You don't want to miss this episode!(5:05) - Trade we want to see: Trey Hendrickson to LAC(9:55) - Trade we want to see: Kirk Cousins to PIT(16:40) - Trade we want to see: Jalen Ramsey to DAL(21:50) - Make or break seasons
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