<![CDATA[Football Film Room: Football Film Room Podcast]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/s/football-film-room-podcasthttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ixoJ!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fbucketeer-e05bbc84-baa3-437e-9518-adb32be77984.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F32356793-2025-404c-af59-1a523ac10a65_1280x1280.pngFootball Film Room: Football Film Room Podcasthttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/s/football-film-room-podcastSubstackFri, 29 May 2026 18:06:40 GMT<![CDATA[Aaron Rodgers Re-Signs with the Steelers]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/aaron-rodgers-re-signs-with-the-steelershttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/aaron-rodgers-re-signs-with-the-steelersTue, 19 May 2026 14:02:07 GMTIn episode #29 of The Football Film Room Show, I discuss Aaron Rodgers’ return to Pittsburgh and why it’s okay to be a little optimistic if you’re a Steelers fan.

  • It’s not a big deal at all that he waited until May to sign

  • The Steelers have more talent than last year, particularly on offense

  • The O-line is key

  • Mike McCarthy has had effective passing games and QB play everywhere he’s been

  • The AFC is wide open

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Browns' QB Situation]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-browns-qb-situationhttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-browns-qb-situationTue, 05 May 2026 15:11:04 GMTIn episode #28 of The Football Film Room Show, I discuss the Browns’ quarterback situation:

  • Deshaun Watson is nowhere near the player he was

  • Giving a shot to Shedeur Sanders

  • Breaking Down Sanders’ underwhelming 2025 performance

  • Should Dillon Gabriel be in the discussion?

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[Recapping the 2026 NFL Draft]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/recapping-the-2026-nfl-drafthttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/recapping-the-2026-nfl-draftTue, 28 Apr 2026 13:03:32 GMTIn episode #27 of The Football Film Room Show, I recap the 2026 NFL Draft:

  • Fernando Mendoza to the Raiders (We should be talking about this more)

  • The Jets’ decision at #2

  • Jeremiyah Love to the Cardinals

  • The Titans ruined all Mock Drafts

  • The Giants’ big weekend

  • The Browns, the Cowboys, and the…1981 49ers?

  • What are the Rams doing?

  • The Jets are laying the foundation

  • The Texans get tougher

  • Howie Roseman does it again

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[Can Jeremiyah Love be what Tony Dorsett was to the 1977 Cowboys?]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/can-jeremiyah-love-be-what-tony-dorsetthttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/can-jeremiyah-love-be-what-tony-dorsettMon, 13 Apr 2026 19:40:24 GMTIn episode #26 of The Football Film Room Show, I go back to 1977 to talk about the ways that Tony Dorsett expanded what the Cowboys could do on offense and how that is similar to what Jeremiyah Love can do for the team that drafts him.

I also discuss which teams should be interested in him at the top of the draft, the Dexter Lawrence situation in New York, and why the Raiders signed Kirk Cousins.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Breaking Down Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-breakinghttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-breakingSat, 04 Apr 2026 13:04:50 GMTIn episode #25 of The Football Film Room Show, I do a deep dive on Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson. Should the Raiders consider Simpson or is selecting Mendoza a foregone conclusion?

I also go back to 1979 and 2000 to look at the start of Joe Montana and Tom Brady’s careers and show you why every quarterback’s ability to have success is so dependent on his situation. The same will be true of Mendoza and Simpson.

I hope you enjoy!

Check out the transcript to this episode below, complete with All-22 clips so you know what plays I’m referring to during the show (visit the episode website if on Apple Podcasts or Spotify):

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Can a Wide Receiver be the Missing Piece?]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-can-ahttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-can-aThu, 26 Mar 2026 14:29:25 GMTIn episode #24 of The Football Film Room Show, I discuss whether or not 1 premier wide receiver can be the missing piece for a Super Bowl contender.

It was for the Rams in 2021 with Odell Beckham, Jr. It was for the Eagles over the last 4 seasons with A.J. Brown.

Will Jaylen Waddle and Mike Evans be the missing pieces for the Broncos and 49ers?

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Thoughts on the Start of NFL Free Agency]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-thoughtshttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-thoughtsMon, 16 Mar 2026 15:51:00 GMTIn episode #23 of The Football Film Room Show, I dive into the first week-plus of NFL free agency. Are the Ravens still a Super Bowl contender with Trey Hendrickson instead of Maxx Crosby? What impact will Kenneth Walker III have on Patrick Mahomes?

I also take a look at the NFL QB carousel. Why did the Vikings bring in Kyler Murray? Is Malik Willis the answer in Miami? What does the Tua signing mean for Michael Penix in Atlanta? And why did the Jets bring Geno Smith back?

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - These Rams Aren't Playing Around]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-thesehttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-theseFri, 06 Mar 2026 17:59:00 GMTIn episode #22 of The Football Film Room Show, I dive into why the 2020-21 Packers are a cautionary tale and how the Rams are wisely doing the opposite of what those Packers teams did.

I also take a look at what cornerback Trent McDuffie adds to L.A., what the Texans’ trade for running back David Montgomery signals, and how Jaxson Dart can become a superstar in New York.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #21]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-b7dhttps://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-b7dSat, 28 Feb 2026 15:43:36 GMTIn episode #21 of The Football Film Room Show, I dive into why Sam Darnold’s career has gone the way it has, Buddy Ryan and the 1986 Eagles, and the impact of culture on a quarterback’s development.

I also discuss Malik Willis’s potential. Is he the next Darnold?

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #20]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-3f0https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-3f0Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:58:06 GMTIn episode #20 of The Football Film Room Show, I recap Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots:

  • Kenneth Walker III created yards on the ground

  • The Seahawks Defense won in every way

  • Drake Maye didn’t see anything, missed opportunities

  • Could Josh McDaniels have taken a different approach?

  • Mike Vrabel emptied his bag

  • Sam Darnold did just enough

  • Who is the team to beat in the AFC entering 2026?

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #19]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-687https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-687Mon, 02 Feb 2026 15:01:56 GMTIn episode #19 of The Football Film Room Show, I preview Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots:

  • Will either team be able to run the ball?

  • Can Drake Maye get back on track?

  • Seahawks’ coverage choices.

  • Accounting for Maye’s legs.

  • Sam Darnold vs. the Patriots blitz.

  • Seahawks’ play-action.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #18]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-4d3https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-4d3Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:07:33 GMTIn episode #18 of The Football Film Room Show, I recap an entertaining Conference Championship Sunday:

Patriots vs. Broncos - Just like Karate Kid 3
Rams vs. Seahawks - Sam Darnold delivered

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #17]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-218https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-218Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:51:45 GMTIn episode #17 of The Football Film Room Show, I recap a very consequential Divisional Round:

Bills vs. Broncos - It happened again
49ers vs. Seahawks - The Seahawks left no doubt
Texans vs. Patriots - C.J. Stroud gave the game away
Bears vs. Rams - Another thrilling ending

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #16]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-6e1https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-6e1Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:18:51 GMTIn episode #16 of The Football Film Room Show, I recap an absolutely tremendous weekend of NFL playoff football and break down why each game went the way it did.

Rams vs. Panthers - MVP Stafford showed up in the 4th quarter
Packers vs. Bears - Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams took advantage of their own tendencies
Bills vs. Jaguars - Josh Allen saw everything the Jaguars were doing
49ers vs. Eagles - Passing games and quarterbacks were the difference
Chargers vs. Patriots - A dominating defensive performance
Texans vs. Steelers - An even more dominating defensive performance

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #15]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-620https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-620Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:13:28 GMTIn episode #15 of The Football Film Room Show, I talk about how Aaron Rodgers and some of the all-time greats like Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Johnny Unitas (and others) are cut from the same cloth.

I also break down how the Steelers were able to finally do things on offense that they hadn’t all season, what’s next for John Harbaugh, and what the Seahawks did to shut down Kyle Shanahan’s offense.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #14]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-129https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-129Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:27:42 GMTIn episode #14 of The Football Film Room Show, I revisit the 2007 Giants and Eli Manning’s complete 180 on the way to a shocking Super Bowl win over the 18-0 Patriots. Is another #1 overall pick (Trevor Lawrence) on the verge of a Super Bowl run after a similar start to his career?

I also discuss the Texans’ formula for a deep playoff run, my concerns with the Chargers offense, how Kyle Shanahan has the pedal to the floor, what went wrong for the Steelers in Cleveland, and the return of Derrick Henry to the Ravens’ game plan.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #13]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-126https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-126Sat, 20 Dec 2025 14:29:40 GMTIn episode #13 of the Football Film Room Show, I revisit Super Bowl LI between the Patriots and Falcons to show you the significance of situational football and the parallels between that game and the Rams’ Thursday Night loss to Seattle.

I also discuss Josh Allen’s performance against the Patriots, the MVP race, what the Chiefs need to do going forward, and how Sean Payton has been putting Bo Nix in position to succeed.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #12]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-157https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-157Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:13:49 GMTIn episode #12 of the Football Film Room Show, I take a look back at the 1982 Redskins and show how leaning on their identity led to a Lombardi Trophy.

I discuss the Buffalo Bills and their playoff prospects. Is the AFC theirs to lose?

I also talk about the Texans D, the end of the Chiefs’ season, and the Steelers’ passing game rising from the ashes.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #11]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-880https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-880Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:12:53 GMTIn episode #11 of the Football Film Room Show, I go back to Super Bowl XXXII and John Elway’s helicopter run to show you how play-callers are often wrong and why you need a quarterback who’s in total control on the field.

I dive into Joe Burrow’s impact, Jalen Hurts’ struggles, as well as some positive signs from Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur.

I also talk about the one AFC team no one wants to see in the playoffs and dissect the continuing drama surrounding the Giants.

I hope you enjoy!

]]><![CDATA[The Football Film Room Show - Episode #10]]>https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-891https://www.footballfilmroom.com/p/the-football-film-room-show-episode-891Sat, 22 Nov 2025 14:15:04 GMTIn episode #10 of the Football Film Room Show, I highlight how every contender is flawed, explain why there’s drama in the Philadelphia locker room, and dive into the quarterback situations in Minnesota, Atlanta, and Cleveland.

I also compare Mike Vrabel’s 6 years with the Titans to Bill Belichick’s final 6 years in New England and explain why the Giants should absolutely pursue the greatest of all time.

I hope you enjoy!

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