For NFL fans, being together with family and friends on Thanksgiving is accompanied the trusty sights and sounds of the games going on around the festivities. On this episode of the NFL explained. podcast, Aditi and Mike take you though the history of Thanksgiving Day games and relive some of the most memorable moments from the past.

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Former NFL All Pro return specialist and wide receiver Dante Hall joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to tell locker room stories from his time as a player in the league. First, Hall spills the details on the craziest series of training camp and locker room fights he experienced as a player. Then, the group talks about the greatest returners of all time, comparing and contrasting Hall’s style to Devin Hester’s. After that, Hall discusses why he believes there are no return specialists in the Hall of Fame and who should be the first guys at the position to be inducted. Later, Hall shares his thoughts on the current Kansas City Chiefs and what’s missing from their offense this season. Next, Hall talks about his life since retiring, why coaching isn’t for him, and what it’s like being a father of three. Finally, Hall explains his involvement with the Midwest Innocence Project to wrap up the show.

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Former NFL running back Chris Johnson joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to give insight into his playing days. First, Johnson gives a locker room story about parking in the general manager's parking spot and being pranked as a result. Then, he talks about the single-season scrimmage record he holds and looks back at when he led the NFL in rushing yards in 2009. After that, he discusses his nickname, CJ2K, and how he got it. Then, Johnson gives his take on the current Tennessee Titans team and some of their pieces. Following that, he talks about the time he raced a cheetah. To wrap up the show, Johnson talks about the young running backs and defensive players he likes in the league.

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"Go for it!" - it's a move that we all love because it creates the potential for us to witness something incredible. In order to make this happen, coaches and players must take into account a multitude of factors to make a quick decision that could shift the momentum of a game. In this episode of the NFL explained. podcast, Aditi and Mike discuss the analytical and phycological aspects of going for it on 4th down.

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Mike Garafolo is joined by special guest Willie McGinest for a new episode of NFL Total Access: The Locker Room. First, Willie gives a locker room story about Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, which shows that New England can be a fun place to play. Next, the guys break down Bears quarterback Justin Fields' performance against the Steelers on Monday Night Football. Following that, the duo give their thoughts on the Buffalo Bills, especially after the team's Week 9 loss to the Jaguars. Then, the pair look back at the Browns first game without OBJ on the team. After that, the guys talk about the Cowboys bad loss to the Broncos and how the team can rebound from it. To wrap up the show, the pair discuss their takeaways from the Titans vs. Rams game in Week 9.

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Quarterback is the key position on the field, so the backup for such an important piece of the offensive puzzle may actually have the most difficult task of any player on the roster! Join Aditi and Mike as they discuss the special nuances of the position that could be called upon at any moment to lead the team on the field, and talk about the notable backup quarterbacks throughout the history of the NFL.

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Former NFL head coach, Super Bowl champion and Hall of Fame linebacker Mike Singletary joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to tell locker room stories from his time as a player and a coach in the league. Singletary discusses what it was like playing under Hall of Famer Mike Ditka and how the 1985 Chicago Bears came to be known as the best defense in NFL history. Then, Singletary talks about the importance of accountability and the difference in attitude for today’s young athletes compared to his own playing days. Later, Singletary recounts the story of how he found out Buddy Ryan would be stepping away from his position as the Bears’ defensive coordinator and talks about some of the top linebackers in the game today. Finally, the hosts ask Singletary what it was like coaching Mike Rob.

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Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo are back with a special episode of NFL Total Access: The Locker Room. First, Michael Robinson discusses his organization, Excel to Excellence, which is designed to focus on youth development, leadership and fitness. Next, the guys break down the first half of the NFL season and also discuss the biggest surprises so far this season.

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Sometimes there is another moniker that is given to tell us exactly what a person, place or thing is really all about. Join Mike and Aditi as they talk about some of the most affable, laughable and fantastical nicknames throughout the history of the NFL.

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Former NFL safety and Super Bowl champion Antoine Bethea joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to tell stories from his career in the league and discuss life after football. First, Bethea reveals the moment he learned why Peyton Manning was known as “The Sheriff,” talking about Manning laying down the law before Bethea’s first Super Bowl appearance and other moments from his time with the Colts. Next, Bethea goes into detail about his time at Howard University as a student-athlete and what he’s doing now with his action network HBCU Jump, assembled to promote the recruitment of top-tier high school and collegiate athletes to HBCU athletic programs. Then, Bethea speaks on the work he does in his community to make a difference. After that, Bethea recalls the impact Tony Dungy had on his career and life. Finally, we wrap up the show talking about the back half of Bethea’s career after he left Indianapolis.

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