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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 br...

Breaking news: Aaron Rodgers plans to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab of Yahoo Sports hop on an emergency edition on Inside Coverage to break down all the implications of the veteran QB's signing. What does this mean for his legacy? And will Mike Tomlin land on the hot seat if things go off the rails? We're doing our best to answer all of this and more on a very special episode!

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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 t...

Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab talk about the surprising news of Frank Ragnow retiring at the age of 29, thus leaving the Detroit Lions with two holes on their offensive line after Kevin Zeitler’s departure this offseason. With an already competitive NFC North, the guys wonder if the championship window for the Lions is already starting to close after missing out on a title last year.

Later on this episode of Inside Coverage, Fitz and ...

Could Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs offense get back to their 2018 selves this season? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald make their predictions for 2025. Which schemes will trend upwards? Which teams will have bounceback seasons? And which players are poised to break out? The Football 301 crew peeks into the future to answer all of these questions and dips into the mailbag to close out the show!

(3:10) - Conde...

How soon could we see Aaron Rodgers in a Pittsburgh Steelers uniform? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports kick the show off with news about two veteran quarterbacks. First, they break down the implications of Rodgers' recent hints that he could be donning the black and yellow soon. Then, they switch gears and discuss Kirk Cousins skipping the Atlanta Falcons' voluntary OTAs. Will we ever see him play footb...

What are the expectations for the second-year quarterbacks in the NFL? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald set their optimism scales for year two of the 2024 first-round quarterback draft class. Where do Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy and Bo Nix stand, and what should we expect to see this season?

Plus, the news is out that the NFL is allowing players to compete in flag football ...

Could Brock Purdy’s contract extension keep the San Francisco 49ers from winning a Super Bowl? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson kick off the show with a heated debate about Purdy's new deal and what it means for the team's championship aspirations. They move from one QB to another and break down ESPN writer Seth Wickersham's report about Caleb Williams tumultuous rookie season with the Chicago Bears. Then, the guys swi...

Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald ask the biggest questions on their mind for the NFL teams with new starting quarterbacks. But first, they give their hot takes on the 2025 NFL schedule release and share their thoughts on Derek Carr's retirement and his potential successor, Tyler Shough. They move on to discuss the QBs they expect to start for new teams, including Sam Darnold, Justin Fields and J.J. McCarthy. Then, they t...

Who will be the starting QB for the New Orleans Saints in Week 1? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss where the Saints go from here after Derek Carr's retirement announcement. Is Tyler Shough the QB of the future for the NFC South team? Then, they move on to discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the NFL's 2025 schedule release and finish with an AFC East preview for another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat. Are th...

How will George Pickens handle life with the Dallas Cowboys? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the impact of the mercurial receiver's trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then the Football 301 gang shares their favorite (and least favorite) offseason moves. Free agents, draft picks and coaches - they're discussing it all. They finish the show up with a dip into the mailbag!

(4:30) - Cowboys trade for WR George Pi...

Will we ever see Justin Tucker play again for an NFL team? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the kicker's release from the Baltimore Ravens after 13 seasons. Was this truly a "football decision" or did the accusations of improper conduct from 16 massage therapists play a bigger role than the team is letting on? Then, the crew switches gears to talk about some of the biggest storylines they have their eyes on as t...

Frank Schwab, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson break down the biggest remaining question marks across the NFL. The team explores how the San Francisco 49ers can strengthen Brock Purdy’s supporting cast following George Kittle’s new deal, who has the edge in the Cleveland Browns' quarterback battle, and whether Jaxson Dart or Russell Wilson should start for the New York Giants. They also examine how the Dallas Cowboys can upgrade t...

Draft grades, favorite Day 3 picks, and the best player-team fits! Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 NFL Draft. Who received the worst draft grade? Which team made the best Day 3 selection? And which player found the perfect fit with their new team? The guys dissect it all in this latest episode. 

(3:45) - Favorite draft classes
(31:40) - Least favorite draft classes
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What will the Chicago Bears do at QB after drafting Shedeur Sanders in the 5th round? As the 2025 NFL Draft wraps up, Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab take a look at the winners and losers of the weekend. Is Aaron Rodgers a future Pittsburgh Steeler after they pass on a first-round quarterback? Is Caleb Williams poised for success in his second season? Are NFL teams sending a message to future prospects who may want to...

Why did Shedeur Sanders fall out of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald share their perspectives on the polarizing QB prospect as they break down all of the drama from day 1 of the draft. Then, they move on to some superlatives. Who are their favorite picks? Who are their least favorite picks? And is it really possible for Travis Hunter to play both ways for the Jacksonville Jaguars? T...

Are the New Orleans Saints eyeing Arch Manning in 2026? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab ask and answer their biggest "What Ifs" two days before the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off. But first, Jori breaks down her Yahoo Sports story on consensus No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward. When's the last time we've seen a QB1 fly under the radar like this? And how has his unusual path lead him to the NFL? Later in the show, the crew dives into ...

What do Aaron Rodgers' comments on The Pat McAfee Show indicate about his future in the NFL? Jason Fitz, Charles Robinson and Frank Schwab break down the drama that unfolded in the veteran QB's final meeting with Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets. They also look ahead and question what this means for Rodgers' future how the Pittsburgh Steelers should proceed in their quarterback search. The crew moves on to take a look at picks 1-1...