Inside Football

By The Wingo Network

The NFL broken down by the people who built it. Hosted by Trey Wingo with Cris Carter, Marvin Lewis, Steve Keim, and Brian Urlacher, Inside Football goes past hot takes into the real mechanics of the ... more

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The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.

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August 24, 2026 The Browns Chose Deshaun Watson Over Shedeur Sanders. The $200M Problem Isn’t Going Away.
The Browns Chose Deshaun Watson Over Shedeur Sanders. The $200M Problem Isn’t Going Away.
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The Cleveland Browns have named Deshaun Watson their Week 1 starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders, but the quarterback decision is only one layer of a much bigger situation.
The Inside Football Show crew breaks down why Cleveland believes Watson gives them the best chance to win now, what the decision means for Shedeur, and why Todd Monken’s specific commitment to Week 1 could matter if things start poorly.
Then there’s Watson’s contract. With Cleveland facing another massive financial decision next offseason, the Browns have to balance what gives them the best chance to win today with what actually makes sense for the future of the franchise.
Watson may be QB1 for now. What happens next could determine where Cleveland goes from here.

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August 21, 2026 AFC South Preview: Why Talent Isn’t the Problem at Quarterback
AFC South Preview: Why Talent Isn’t the Problem at Quarterback
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The AFC South has no shortage of quarterback talent. The harder question is whether the teams responsible for developing it are putting those quarterbacks in positions to succeed.
C.J. Stroud enters the conversation after a postseason stretch that included five interceptions and five fumbles across two games. Houston's defense may be good enough to carry the Texans, but Brian Urlacher explains why that should change how Stroud is asked to play.
In Jacksonville, Steve Keim argues the Jaguars hurt Travis Hunter's development by dividing his reps between two positions. The crew also examines why Trevor Lawrence still hasn't reached the ceiling many expected when he entered the league.
Indianapolis faces another quarterback question with Daniel Jones and Anthony Richardson, while Tennessee now has to make sure Cam Ward isn't asked to carry a rebuilding roster before it's ready.
The episode ultimately comes back to one principle: talented quarterbacks still need organizations that know how to protect and develop them.

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August 20, 2026 The Seattle Seahawks Are Being Overlooked and They Like It That Way.
The Seattle Seahawks Are Being Overlooked and They Like It That Way.
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The defending Super Bowl champions are not getting treated like defending Super Bowl champions.
Most of the conversation around the NFC West is centered on the Rams and their loaded roster, while Seattle keeps getting pushed to the side. That is exactly why this debate matters. The Seahawks lost important pieces, but they also still have Mike Macdonald, Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the culture that helped carry them to a title.
The Inside Football crew breaks down why so many people are overlooking Seattle, whether the Rams have earned all the hype they are getting, and why the Seahawks may actually prefer being ignored. Trey Wingo, Cris Carter, Brian Urlacher, Marvin Lewis, and Steve Keim get into Sam Darnold’s role in a possible repeat run, JSN’s continued rise, the challenge of replacing key losses, and whether Seattle’s team identity still gives them the edge over a more talented Rams roster.
Mike Macdonald’s message is simple: good. Keep doubting them. Steve Keim goes even further, calling the Rams “paper champions” and making the case that until Los Angeles proves it as a team, Seattle still deserves the benefit of the doubt.
If the Seahawks really are being disrespected, this season may be their chance to prove everyone wrong.

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August 19, 2026 The AFC West Has Changed. Are the Chiefs Still the Team to Beat?
The AFC West doesn't look the way it used to.
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Denver won the division and made a run to the AFC Championship Game. Kansas City is trying to put Patrick Mahomes back on the field after a late-season knee injury. Justin Herbert and the Chargers still have to answer questions about what happens in January. And for the first time in years, there are reasons to believe the Raiders are building something the right way.
Trey Wingo, Marvin Lewis, Brian Urlacher, Cris Carter Johnson and Steve Keim break down the AFC West and the biggest question facing all
four teams.
Can you still bet against Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes?
What does Travis Kelce expect from Xavier Worthy?
How much credit does Vance Joseph deserve for Denver's rise?
Why hasn't the regular-season version of Justin Herbert
translated to the postseason?
And how much of the Raiders' new direction has Tom Brady's fingerprints on it?
There is legitimate optimism around all four teams.

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August 18, 2026 NFC North Preview: Caleb Williams, Kyler Murray & a Loaded Division
Is the NFC North the toughest division in football?
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The Inside Football crew breaks down one of the NFL’s most competitive divisions, beginning with Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears. What does Williams need to improve in his next step under Ben Johnson, and can Chicago turn last season’s dramatic finishes into more sustainable success?
The conversation also examines Ben Johnson’s aggressive fourth-down philosophy and why taking the points can still matter in critical NFL games.
In Detroit, the crew looks at Dan Campbell and whether the Lions can rebound after a disappointing finish. What does Detroit need to change, and can the team rediscover the identity that made it one of the league’s most dangerous contenders?
Then the focus shifts to Minnesota and Kyler Murray. Steve Keim discusses Murray’s talent and development while the group looks at how Kevin O’Connell can build an offense around his strengths, the supporting cast surrounding him and the decision-making improvements he’ll need to make.
Plus, the crew discusses quarterback evaluation, Justin Jefferson, NFL coaching philosophy and what separates spectacular plays from consistently winning football.
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August 17, 2026 AFC North Preview: The NFL’s Most Unpredictable Division
The AFC North might be the most unpredictable division in football.
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The Inside Football crew breaks down all four teams heading into the season, beginning with a new era in Pittsburgh. What should the Steelers expect from Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers, and can an organization known for stability adapt to a changing NFL?
In Baltimore, the conversation turns to Lamar Jackson, the Ravens’ coaching change, Derrick Henry and the identity that has defined the organization for years.
The crew also looks at Cincinnati’s biggest questions surrounding Joe Burrow, the offensive line, the defense and the slow starts that have repeatedly put the Bengals under pressure later in the season.
Finally, Cleveland faces perhaps the division’s biggest organizational question: what is the plan at quarterback, and can the Browns build a coaching structure capable of getting the franchise moving in the right direction?
Plus, stories about Mike Zimmer, Bruce Arians and what NFL organizations should actually look for when choosing leaders.
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August 14, 2026 Could Grass Fields Be the Price of an 18-Game NFL Season?
Should every NFL team play on natural grass?
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The Inside Football crew breaks down the debate over artificial turf versus grass, including what former NFL players actually felt physically after games, why players generally prefer grass and the practical challenges teams and stadium owners face when trying to maintain natural playing surfaces.
The conversation looks at what the World Cup revealed about NFL stadiums that temporarily converted to grass, why those fields aren't necessarily a perfect comparison for an NFL season and how weather, stadium usage, maintenance costs and footing can complicate the issue.
The crew also discusses a potential negotiating wrinkle: if the NFL wants to eventually expand to an 18-game regular season, could natural grass become something the players push for in return?
Plus, Brian Urlacher offers his own interpretation of what it means for NFL players to “play on grass.”
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August 13, 2026 Did the Cowboys Actually Win the Micah Parsons Trade?
The Micah Parsons trade was supposed to hurt Dallas. What if the Cowboys actually won it?
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The Micah Parsons trade was one of the biggest and most controversial moves the Cowboys have made in years. But with Dallas rebuilding its defense and adding Quinnen Williams, the deal may look very different now than it did when it happened.
Trey Wingo, Cris Carter, Brian Urlacher, Steve Keim and Marvin Lewis break down what the Cowboys have built since moving on from Parsons and whether Dallas may have actually come out ahead.
The crew examines what Quinnen Williams brings to the middle of the defense, why leadership and roster construction matter beyond individual production, and whether the Cowboys have created a deeper and more complete defensive front.
Then the bigger question: if Dallas really did improve through the Micah Parsons trade, is this finally a Cowboys team capable of making a serious NFC run?
The panel debates the state of the Cowboys defense, Dak Prescott, Brian Schottenheimer and whether Dallas can finally get back to an NFC Championship Game after more than three decades.

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August 12, 2026 The Bengals Finally Went All-In Around Joe Burrow. Was It Enough?
Have the Bengals finally done enough around Joe Burrow to get Cincinnati back into contention?
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The Cincinnati Bengals made one of their most aggressive offseason pushes of the Joe Burrow era, but is it enough to get them back into the AFC playoff picture?
Trey Wingo is joined by former Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis, Hall of Famers Cris Carter and Brian Urlacher, and former Cardinals GM Steve Keim to break down Cincinnati’s offseason and the pressure surrounding Joe Burrow.
The crew examines the Bengals’ trade for Dexter Lawrence, why his presence could transform Cincinnati’s defensive front, and whether the defense has enough around him to improve after a difficult season.
They also discuss the bigger concern surrounding Burrow: protection, physicality and health. Cincinnati has invested heavily in its quarterback and receivers, but the offensive line remains one of the biggest questions facing the organization.
Cris Carter raises the possibility of Cincinnati wasting part of Joe Burrow’s prime, while Marvin Lewis explains what the Bengals have done to show Burrow they are committed to winning.
Finally, the panel makes its Bengals playoff predictions and debates whether Cincinnati has truly done enough to become an AFC contender again.

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August 12, 2026 Kyler Murray Is Minnesota's Starter. What Does That Mean for J.J. McCarthy?
Kyler Murray is officially the Vikings’ starting quarterback, and that decision says a lot about where Minnesota stands at the position.
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Kyler Murray is officially the Minnesota Vikings’ starting quarterback, setting up one of the most interesting quarterback situations in the NFL.
Steve Keim, Cris Carter, Brian Urlacher and Marvin Lewis join Trey Wingo to break down why Kyler Murray could be headed for one of the best seasons of his career, how Kevin O’Connell can maximize his skill set, and what this decision means for J.J. McCarthy’s future in Minnesota.
The crew also examines whether the Vikings still believe in McCarthy, why quarterback development can hold an organization back, the massive contract stakes facing Murray, and whether Minnesota can become a legitimate playoff threat in a loaded NFC North.
Plus, the panel looks at the Bears, Packers and Lions and debates how many NFC North teams could reach the postseason.

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FAQs about Inside Football:

How many episodes does Inside Football have?

The podcast currently has 28 episodes available.