RapSheet and Friends
98 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★ - 101 ratingsJoin NFL Network's Insider Ian Rapoport and fellow NFL reporters Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero for in-depth analysis on the biggest news in the National Football League and insightful conversations with the key players, coaches, and front office personnel.
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Episodes
Reporting day, opt-outs, Dr. Allen Sills and The Ringer's Tyler Tynes
July 28, 2020 16:45 - 1 hourAs veterans are rolling into training camps around the country, Ian, Mike and Tom get together to talk about what's on deck for the NFL in the era of Covid-19. They discuss opt-outs, the recent deal between the NFL and the NFLPA and much more. Ian also catches up with a pair of special guests: the NFL's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Allen Sills, to talk about the plan to keep the season on track (15:20) and The Ringer's Tyler Tynes (39:20), who joins to talk about the six-part podcast they dropp...
Franchise tag fallout + Steve Atwater
July 16, 2020 02:58 - 48 minutesIan, Tom and Mike get back together after a month apart to react to franchise tag deals that happened (Derrick Henry, Chris Jones and Myles Garrett) and those that didn't (like Dak Prescott). They also deal with the NFL's hardest names to pronounce - a topic pretty important in the daily life of guys who have to (try to) correctly say those names on live TV (8:30). And, of course, the guys talk about some of the dozens and dozens of variables that lie ahead as the league attempts to get the 2...
DeForest Buckner + the NFL dealing with Coronavirus
June 15, 2020 22:51 - 45 minutesNFL.com columnist Judy Battista joins Ian to discuss several Cowboys and Texans players testing positive for Coronavirus and Tom stops by to talk about how the NFL could deal with social distancing. Plus new Indianapolis Colt DeForest Buckner (16:15) talks to Ian about his trade and why this Colts team is primed for a big year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tre Boston + racial inequality, returning to team facilities
June 09, 2020 00:41 - 41 minutesTre Boston, an outspoken leader on the Carolina Panthers, joins Ian to talk about the protests that have spread coast-to-coast in the two weeks since George Floyd's death in police custody in Minneapolis (17:30). Meanwhile, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo stop by to talk about the protests, the latest on the NFL's return in the era of the coronavirus and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trent Williams + reacting to a troubling week in America
June 01, 2020 20:56 - 48 minutesIan, Tom and Mike get together to catch up after a long weekend in America. Tom is in Minnesota and had a front-row seat and they talk through everything that's happened since George Floyd was killed last Monday on a street in Minneapolis. Meanwhile, in the business of football, Ian caught up with Trent Williams (20:35) to talk about his trade from Washington to San Francisco and everything that led up to it. Plus, teams are starting to return to facilities. Learn more about your ad choices...
Corey Peters, pandemic training insights + a return to football in the Covid-19 era
May 27, 2020 13:47 - 53 minutesIan is joined by Tom Pelissero and NFL Network's Patriots reporter Mike Giardi to talk about the latest developments as the NFL looks to return to action in the era of the coronavirus. Ian's guests this week are Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Corey Peters (15:00) and Tony Villani of XPE Sports (38:20), a trainer to numerous big-time NFL stars including Mark Ingram and Courtland Sutton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Melvin Gordon, Keith Smith + Rooney Rule thoughts, coronavirus prep and more
May 19, 2020 03:09 - 1 hourIan's guests this week include new Broncos running back Melvin Gordon (19:40) and Falcons fullback Keith Smith (43:30). The guys also talk about changes to and/or expansion of the Rooney Rule, the league's preparation for a season during the era of the coronavirus and recent arrests among a handful of players in the past few days. Plus, Mike's latest adventures on the bourbon trail and Tom buys makeup and rants about those that choose not to wear a mask. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Kenneth Murray, Jessie Bates + NFL Schedule Release Reaction
May 11, 2020 21:09 - 1 hourNFL Network Host Andrew Siciliano joins Ian and Mike as they talk about their stock portfolios, the schedule release, and on-air mishaps. Plus, Chargers rookie LB Kenneth Murray on getting drafted and his next steps (16:30) and Bengals S Jessie Bates on Cincinnati's recent acquisitions and his family (39:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Browns GM Andrew Berry + 5th year options, Giants Draft and Shula Reaction
May 04, 2020 20:42 - 52 minutesTom Pelissero and Kim Jones combine to criticize Ian's hosting skills and discuss the 5th year options. Plus, Browns GM Andrew Berry joins Ian to break down their draft and free agent signings (14:40) and NFL.com columnist Judy Battista on the passing of Don Shula (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Joe Burrow, Howie Roseman and full Draft reaction
April 27, 2020 18:09 - 54 minutesIt's a jam-packed NFL Draft reaction episode of RapSheet + Friends as the guys look back on the most unique one on record, go over big rumors that never happened and much more. Plus, Eagles GM Howie Roseman hops on Zoom with Mike Garafolo to look back on the way his team's draft played out (13:10) and Ian got on the computer with the number-one overall pick Joe Burrow to talk about how his weekend went (32:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mock Draft 2020 + guests Henry Ruggs and Jalen Reagor
April 20, 2020 13:02 - 1 hourIan, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo get to the task of mocking up the coming virtual Draft. Highlights include FOUR trades for the Browns, a slide for Tua Tagovailoa and tales of Tom's very newly detailed spreadsheet. Plus two wide receiver prospects dial in - Alabama's Henry Ruggs (26:25) and TCU's Jalen Reagor (51:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
LeSean McCoy, "hip injury expert" Dennis Pitta + virtual offseason, QB draft fits and the Mighty Ducks
April 14, 2020 14:27 - 1 hourThe new-normal we're all dealing with continues, but the Draft is now one week closer. Ian's guests this week are free agent running back LeSean McCoy (13:45) and former Raven and Super Bowl XLVII champion Dennis Pitta, who is probably the football player with the most expertise on the hip injury suffered by Tua Tagovailoa (36:11). Meanwhile, nanny schedules didn't coordinate so if you like Tom Pelissero but not Mike Garafolo, listen to the beginning of the show. And if you like Mike but not ...
Trae Waynes, Trai Turner + the "virtual Draft" and more
April 07, 2020 11:32 - 57 minutesIt's Tre Day on the show as new Cincinnati Bengals corner Trae Waynes (17:05) and new L.A. Chargers guard Trai Turner (40:35) call into the show. Meanwhile, Ian, Tom and Mike talk about the "virtual Draft" coming our way in a couple weeks because of the ongoing coronavirus crisis, Joe Burrow's prospects and what it might take to trade up to select a QB. Stay safe, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Calais Campbell, A.J. Bouye, extra playoff teams, Bucs/Pats and more
March 31, 2020 13:18 - 54 minutesEveryone continues to shelter in place at their respective homes, but the football calendar spins on. Ian's guests this week are a pair of former Jaguars in brand new Baltimore Raven Calais Campbell (11:15) and brand new Denver Bronco A.J. Bouye (37:35). Meanwhile, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero are along to talk about the extra playoff games being added this season, the Bucs and Pats and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chris Harris, Dr. Allen Sills, coronavirus, free agency and issues with Twitter
March 23, 2020 20:52 - 56 minutesThe world has largely come to a standstill... except in the NFL. And, since this is an NFL podcast, we soldier on! Ian is joined by brand new Los Angeles Charger Chris Harris (15:40) to talk about the end of his nine-year run in Denver, picking the Chargers in free agency and more. Meanwhile, the NFL's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Allen Sills, hops on with Ian to talk coronavirus and its impact on the league (33:00). All that, plus Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo check in to react to everything...
Kyle Van Noy, Austin Ekeler, free agency, new CBA approved and the effect of coronavirus
March 16, 2020 13:23 - 47 minutesAfter a week unlike any we've seen in sports, Ian, Tom and Mike get together to try to make sense of it all - including how coronavirus is affecting the NFL, how the decision was made to start the league year, the ratification of the new CBA, the impending start of free agency and more. Ian's guests are Patriots free-agent-to-be Kyle Van Noy (10:20) and Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler (28:30), who's already agreed to a new contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
Anthony Harris, Ross Blacklock + the CBA, Brady as free agent and drinking to unwind
March 10, 2020 14:45 - 53 minutesIt's a busy week in the NFL as the players have the CBA in their hands and are currently voting on it. Ian, Tom and Mike break it down, while also throwing out some free agency predictions including a discussion on just what will happen with Tom Brady. Guests are Vikings free-agent-to-be Anthony Harris (14:50) and former TCU defensive tackle and first-round hopeful Ross Blacklock (36:30). All that, plus Tom coins the term "Central timezone sobriety" as he fails to bring a drink as Ian ingrati...
Justin Jefferson, Darius Leonard + Final thoughts on the combine
March 03, 2020 17:12 - 54 minutesIan, Tom and Mike have finally escaped from Indianapolis after a long and productive week at the Combine. They look back on everything cracking in Indy, discuss Tom's formerly messed up finger and much more - including Ian's wife's pop-a-shot dominance. Guests include LSU standout wide receiver and first-round hopeful Justin Jefferson (14:55) and Colts linebacker Darius Leonard (38:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thomas Dimitroff, Rashaan Evans + a cameo from Howie Roseman
February 25, 2020 22:26 - 53 minutesThe football world has descended upon Indianapolis for the Combine - and so has our pod crew. Ian catches up with Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff (11:30) and Titans linebacker Rashaan Evans (33:00). Meanwhile, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo gather near the bench-press area to speculate on the Draft, talk about the Combine and ponder whether Tom actually listens to the podcast. All that, plus a not-to-be-missed cameo from Eagles GM Howie Roseman right off the top of the show. Learn more about you...
Jalen Hurts, Jordan Love, Javon Kinlaw + QB carousel, CBA and more
February 18, 2020 20:11 - 55 minutesAhead of the combine next week, Ian's got prospects galore! Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts (11:55), Utah State signal caller Jordan Love (29:45) and South Carolina defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw (45:00) are all on the show this week. Plus, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo on the quarterback carousel, progress on a new collective bargaining agreement and much more, including Tom getting "that soggy feeling" and Mike's mic rant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Vonn Bell, Justin Herbert + free agent frenzy
February 11, 2020 20:58 - 42 minutesAs we move farther from the Super Bowl and closer to free agency and the Draft, the conversations starts looking ahead instead of back. Ian's guests this week are Saints safety and free agent-to-be Vonn Bell (15:10) and former Oregon quarterback and first-round hopeful Justin Herbert (30:00). Meanwhile, off the top of the show, Chargers radio analyst and fellow podcaster Daniel Jeremiah joins Ian to talk Philip Rivers' departure from Los Angeles, and regular friend of the show Mike Garafolo ...
Super Bowl Recap + Jonathan Abram and Marlon Mack
February 05, 2020 01:11 - 51 minutesIt's a busy post-Super Bowl podcast as Ian and Tom Pelissero break down the Chiefs' win over the 49ers in Miami. Ian gets a lesson in Roman numerals and the newly engaged MJ Acosta hops on the line to talk about her eventful week in South Florida. Plus, Las Vegas (yes, that's still odd to type) Raiders safety Jonathan Abram (15:40) and Colts running back Marlon Mack (44:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Super Bowl LIV: The McCourty Twins, Shelby Harris and final thoughts ahead of the game
January 31, 2020 01:10 - 39 minutesSuper Bowl LIV is just days away and for the second year running, the Big Game means two Big Podcasts. In our second edition of the week, Ian sits down with Devin and Jason McCourty to talk parenting, pizza, Patriots and more (10:35). He also catches up Broncos free agent nose tackle Shelby Harris (28:15), who is also enjoying his first trip to Miami and thinking about getting paid this offseason. Plus, Mike Garafolo stops by to talk all things Super Bowl - and tell a great story about a prev...
Super Bowl LIV: Alvin Kamara, Dak Prescott, Media Night and more
January 28, 2020 22:08 - 44 minutesThe football world has descended upon Miami - and so have Ian and Tom Pelissero. The guys bring you the pod from the floor at Media Night as the drumline entertains the crowd. We get you set for Super Bowl LIV and Ian works the room, talking to LeSean McCoy and Mecole Hardman of the Chiefs and Kwon Alexander and Tevin Coleman of the 49ers (37:15). Meanwhile, Ian gets a chance to sit down with Saints running back Alvin Kamara (13:15) and Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (25:45). Learn more abo...
Matt Patricia and Duke Tobin, live from the Senior Bowl
January 21, 2020 12:47 - 57 minutesIan, Tom and (eventually) Mike are on scene once again at the Senior Bowl in Mobile. They talk about the experience in Alabama, ponder what Cincinnati will do with the top pick in the draft, the success of the 49ers and thank Mike for clearing some time in his busy schedule to appear on the podcast. Plus, Ian sits down with Cincinnati Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin to talk about scouting at the Senior Bowl, having the #1 pick in the draft and much more (13:20). Plus, Detroit ...
Special Edition: Exclusive Interview with Kyle Long
January 16, 2020 18:14 - 16 minutesConsider it a Championship Weekend gift -- a special edition of the show as Ian catches up with recently retired Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Matt Rhule, Devin Bush + Championship Weekend Preview
January 13, 2020 22:33 - 57 minutesIan calls on his NFL Network colleagues to help him preview this weekend's Conference Championship Games. Steve Wyche is with the 49ers and Stacey Dales is following the Packers, so you get the NFC side of things straight off the top of the show. James Palmer is on scene in Kansas City with the Chiefs and Tiffany Blackmon is on the Titans beat. Your AFC info comes at the 28:00 mark. Meanwhile, brand new Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule spends a few minutes with Ian and Mike Garafolo (19:40)...
Head coach hirings + Jack Del Rio
January 07, 2020 21:56 - 49 minutesIan and Tom and Mike put down their constantly buzzing phones just long enough to throw a podcast together - though it was so busy that Tom and Mike didn't actually get on the line at the same time. No matter - the show goes on! Right off the top of the show, Tom and Ian go deep on Mike McCarthy getting the gig in Dallas (recorded Monday), meanwhile Mike is the man in the know on the Panthers hiring Matt Rhule and the Giants picking Joe Judge - so they talk about all that starting at 27:45. M...
Black Monday reaction + Jay Gruden
January 01, 2020 04:58 - 50 minutesLet's start with the breaking news: Ian, Mike and Tom all still have their jobs. Which is saying something this week. It's a Black Monday into Tuesday edition of the show as the guys react to all of the coaching changes, talk about this weekend's Wild Card games and going on a deep Wikipedia dive. Plus, former Redskins head coach Jay Gruden joins Ian (13:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nate Solder, Ricardo Allen and Mike's misadventures with bourbon
December 24, 2019 18:00 - 53 minutesIt's the greatest gift of all - unless you count all the other gifts... a Christmas Eve episode of RapSheet + Friends! Ian's guests this week are Giants tackle Nate Solder (15:05) and Falcons safety Ricardo Allen (30:20). Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo are also on hand and it seems as though Mike got into the Christmas spirits. They talk Marshawn Lynch's return, Eli and Danny Dimes playing flip cup and much more. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a slightly above average podcast! Learn more...
Ronnie Stanley, Doug Flutie + Mike's questionable dental hygiene
December 18, 2019 03:08 - 1 hourIt's a show with Notre Dame connections all over the place as Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl tackle (and former Domer) Ronnie Stanley joins Ian (16:10) as does one-time Hail Mary specialist and current Fighting Irish TV analyst Doug Flutie (38:35). Elsewhere, Mike Garafolo finally makes his triumphant return to the show and we find out he wasn't missing the show due to dental work. Plus, the always reliable Tom Pelissero is on hand as the guys talk about the Patriots taping the Bengals sideline, t...
Mike McCarthy, Nick Kwiatkoski, and Ian's at the owners' meetings
December 11, 2019 12:33 - 57 minutesIt's an NFC North-heavy edition of the show as Tom catches up with former Packers coach Mike McCarthy (11:20) to talk about his journey as he looks for another opportunity in the NFL. Plus, Ian talks with Bears linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski (41:20) about a Chicago defense that's been on a roll. Plus, Ian is on scene at the owners' meeting with Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista to discuss the Patriots latest adventure in video production, the ongoing drama with the Browns in Cleveland and... speaki...
Russell Wilson, Micah Hyde and Andrew Whitworth
December 04, 2019 18:42 - 1 hourIt's a star-studded and interview-packed edition of the show as Ian is joined by THREE big guests. Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (13:10) is on the line to talk about surprising kids with a Dick's Sporting Goods shopping spree for Giving Tuesday, the race for NFL MVP and more. Plus, Bills safety Micah Hyde talks about Buffalo's impressive season so far (29:00) and Rams tackle Andrew Whitworth rounds things out with the latest from Los Angeles as his time tries to push for an NFC Wild Ca...
D.J. Chark, Ryan Leaf and Ian's misadventure in French class
November 27, 2019 03:46 - 1 hourIan's guests this week are Jaguars WR D.J. Chark (14:30) and former first-round pick and current ESPN college football analyst Ryan Leaf (42:00). In between, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero are on hand to digest the news of the week, Ian tells stories about French class (55:00) and Bo Jackson (two different stories) and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shaquem Griffin, Torry Holt, Mike's camera issues and Tom's mic problem
November 19, 2019 20:12 - 1 hourIt's a busy installment of the show this week as Ian is joined by FIVE friends. Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin hops on to talk "Salute to Service" and much more (18:00) and St. Louis Rams great Torry Holt (43:40) calls in to talk about the NFL Legends Community. Meanwhile, Steve Wyche has been following the Colin Kaepernick saga and checks in with details off the top of the show, plus Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo are on hand as usual (28:15). We get to hear about Mike's camera issue a...
Julian Edelman on children's books, creativity and Ian's rise from lowly beat writer
November 12, 2019 15:30 - 1 hourIt's a book-smart edition of the show this week as Julian Edelman and his creative partner Assaf Swissa join Ian to talk about "Flying High 3," the latest book in their series for kids. Plus, Edelman talks Patriots, Ian's rise from lowly New England beat reporter and much more (14:15). Ian also catches up with Dan Rooney's son, Jim Rooney, to talk about his book about his father: "A Different Way to Win: Dan Rooney's Story" (44:55). Plus, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo are on hand to talk La...
Matt Breida, Phillip Lindsay and Tom's mystery phone call
November 06, 2019 12:05 - 1 hourIan's guests this week are two of the league's best running backs as Matt Breida of the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers (17:50) and Phillip Lindsay of the Denver Broncos (45:00). Meanwhile, on a busy day around the NFL, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo join Ian to talk about a quarterback change in Jacksonville and Cam Newton shutting it down for the season. Plus, the teams with losing records that can make the playoffs and Tom makes a mysterious phone call... Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Matt Breida, Phillip Lindsay and Tom's mysterious phone call
November 06, 2019 08:22 - 49 minutesIan's guests this week are two of the league's best running backs as Matt Breida of the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers (17:50) and Phillip Lindsay of the Denver Broncos (45:00). Meanwhile, on a busy day around the NFL, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo join Ian to talk about a quarterback change in Jacksonville and Cam Newton shutting it down for the season. Plus, the teams with losing records that can make the playoffs and Tom makes a mysterious phone call.
Logan Ryan, Trade Deadline Dirt and Tom Breaks News
October 30, 2019 18:16 - 49 minutesIan's special guest this week is Tennessee Titans cornerback Logan Ryan (14:30), who talks about the team's positive stretch of late, a hope to get in broadcasting after his career, analyzing corners around the league and much more. Meanwhile, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo are on hand as normal to digest all the things that DIDN'T happen at the trade deadline, including some inside info on who Ian has ticked off this week and players that the Redskins asked about in potential Trent Williams...
Chase Edmonds on his breakout game + trades and reporting on fantasy football
October 22, 2019 17:51 - 1 hourChase Edmonds broke out with three touchdowns on Sunday and what does the second-year Arizona Cardinals running back get for his effort? A chance to get on the phone with Ian and get a lecture about beating Columbia when he was starring at Fordham more than four years ago (16:40)! James Palmer also hops on to talk about his story on Titans offensive lineman and cancer survivor David Quessenberry (47:40). Plus, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero are on hand as usual to talk about trades, the ups ...
Live from the owners meetings with Steelers President Art Rooney
October 16, 2019 13:56 - 58 minutesIan is in Florida at the owners meeting and tracked down Steelers president Art Rooney for a special sit-down (13:50). Plus, a roundtable with Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista, who subs in for Mike Garafolo, to talk officiating, instant replay, this week's big trades (28:15) and much more - including when it is ok and not ok to touch Ian's hair. Sponsors this week - VinceroWatches.com/RapSheet and PaintYourLife.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jadeveon Clowney, Justin Tuck + Tom's text messages
October 09, 2019 14:18 - 58 minutesRapSheet is on the defensive this week - with Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (13:00) and former Giant and two-time Super Bowl champion Justin Tuck (38:30) on the program. Plus, Mike enjoys a leisurely drive up and back down I-95 to Washington and Tom takes us inside the Pelissero household for a glimpse at how fatherhood and breaking news often intersect in the life of an NFL reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Leonard Fournette, Jerry Rice and Mike's missing keys
October 01, 2019 18:35 - 1 hourIt's a jam-packed edition of the show as Ian is joined by Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (17:15) and the undisputed GOAT of wide receivers, Jerry Rice (45:25). Elsewhere, Ian and Tom discuss the big topics of the week, including the AFC North, new coaches struggling and Vontaze Burfict. Plus, Mike Garafolo finds his keys in time to participate in the show. Everyone wins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Frank Gore, Big Cat and new QB reactions
September 24, 2019 19:55 - 58 minutesIt was a successful weekend for a few of the new starting quarterbacks that took the field around the NFL this past week, especially for Daniel Jones and Kyle Allen. Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero hop on the phone this week to talk QBs and much more. Meanwhile, Ian's guests are running back Frank Gore of the unbeaten Buffalo Bills (10:30) and big-time Josh Allen backer Dan "Big Cat" Katz from Barstool Sports (49:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Shaun O'Hara, Bob Stoops and more full NFL craziness
September 18, 2019 19:48 - 1 hourIt's been yet another wacky week in the NFL and nobody better to dissect it than Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo and a roomful of rowdy diners in Pittsburgh. Guests this week include NFL Network analyst and Eli Manning's former teammate, Shaun O'Hara (16:30) and former Oklahoma head coach and soon-to-be-best-selling author Bob Stoops (48:30). Meanwhile, Tom tells dad jokes, Ian compliments Mike to an extreme degree and the phone lines are apparently open for both of them. Suppor...
Philip Rivers + AB84 dominates the headlines
September 11, 2019 14:26 - 59 minutesYou'll be shocked to find out that Antonio Brown's name is mentioned during the post-Week-1 edition of RapSheet + Friends. Besides that, Ian's special guest is Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (13:45), who is coming off a season-opening overtime win over the Colts. Plus, Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo digest the news of the week, Mike's credit card gets stolen by folks buying burner phones, Tom doesn't mute the mic and Ian has to update the Antonio Brown story AGAIN after Tuesday night's...
Rob Gronkowski + 2019 season preview
September 03, 2019 17:31 - 53 minutesThe regular season is upon us and RapSheet celebrates with one of his biggest guests so far - former Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (17:00). Meanwhile, with the first game just two days away, Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero are on hand to talk about the year ahead, jury duty and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lots of Luck, fantasy advice, Adrian Amos and more
August 26, 2019 20:24 - 56 minutesThis week's edition of RapSheet + Friends features a load of fantasy advice from NFL.com Senior Fantasy Analyst (and Alice in Chains superfan) Michael Fabiano (18:50) - as well as a bunch of reaction on the Andrew Luck news from Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo. Meanwhile, current Green Bay Packer (and former Chicago Bear) Adrian Amos joins the show to talk about switching sides in the NFL's oldest rivalry (47:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Antonio Brown, Hard Knocks, Ravens TE Mark Andrews and the end of camp travel
August 20, 2019 16:27 - 51 minutesWe've reached the midpoint of the preseason, which means the gang's visits to training camps across the country are nearly at an end. On this week's episode, Ian and Tom record the show 25 yards apart in an Arizona hotel, but still not together. Meanwhile, Mike is back in New Jersey. The guys go in-depth on the weather in the desert, the always entertaining Antonio Brown and Ezekiel Elliott's continued holdout. The big interview of the week is with Hard Knocks producer Shannon Furman and di...
Courtland Sutton, DeForest Buckner, Mike's golf struggles and Tom explains the CBA
August 14, 2019 01:28 - 59 minutesThe training camp misadventures continue as Ian checks in from Packers camp, Mike Garafolo struggles with his golf game and Tom Pelissero takes time out of his busy day to explain the collective bargaining agreement. Meanwhile, Ian continues to put his microphone in front of players on his coast-to-coast tour. Guests this week are Broncos WR Courtland Sutton (37:00) and 49ers DT DeForest Buckner (48:20). Sponsors this week include Paint Your Life, NHTSA and Purple Mattress. Check them out. ...