On The Insiders podcast, We hear Micah Parsons and Kenny Clark, the two men swapped in the blockbuster Cowboys-Packers trade. Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Judy Battista also dive into how the both teams benefit from the players they received, and how it impacts their immediate hopes for a Super Bowl. Also, Omar Ruiz previews the Week 1 international matchup between AFC West rivals the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Charges from Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo react to the stunning news that the Dallas Cowboys have traded 2x All-Pro linebacker Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for defensive tackle Kenny Clark and two first-round draft picks. Jane Slater and Stacey Dales break down the significance of this blockbuster trade for both the Cowboys and Packers. Former Packers safety LeRoy Butler joins the Insiders to discuss how this move compares to the historic trade that brought Brett Favre to Green Bay. Then, Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross analyze what Micah Parsons will bring to the Packers' defense and how the Cowboys will adjust after losing their perennial Pro Bowler. Finally, we head to Frisco, Texas, where Jerry and Stephen Jones address the media, explaining why they made the decision to part ways with Parsons and how they plan to leverage their draft picks to strengthen the team.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo deliver the biggest football headlines of the day, Wednesday August 27. First, the quartet of reporters shares the news of Adam Thielen reuniting with the Minnesota Vikings as part of a trade with the Carolina Panthers. Then, Jane Slater joins the show with another update on what has been a lengthy saga between Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys. Later, Jeff Chadiha and Mark Ross make their picks for year-two breakout players, and Bucky Brooks chimes in with a team he thinks makes a jump this season. All that and more on the latest edition of the Insiders! 

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo break down the Saints' announcement of Spencer Rattler as their starting quarterback, and Brian Baldinger stops by to share what he saw from their QB room this preseason. The Insiders discuss other major moves from today including the trade that sent Kenny Pickett to Las Vegas and the Browns announcing Dillon Gabriel as the backup QB to Joe Flacco. Then, Judy speaks with Baldy, Steve Wyche, and Jeffri Chadiha about which teams still have moves left to make. Steve chats with Mike and Judy about Micah Parsons' absence from Cowboys practice, and the Insiders react to the biometrics coach who saved Josh Allen's career.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Mike Garafolo report on two hold outs with brand new contracts. The Commanders signed WR Terry McLaurin to a 3-year extension, meanwhile, Trey Hendrickson and the Bengals finally came to an agreement Monday after an offseason-long saga. Later: Is there trouble in paradise? Cam Wolfe joins the Insiders and shares what the Miami Dolphins have to do to change the negative narrative.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo deliver the biggest football headlines of the day, Wednesday August 20. First, Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Shottenheimer says he expects hold-in Micah Parsons to play in the season opener versus the Philadelphia Eagles. Then, Arizona Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson joins Judy and Ian for an interview. Later, Bucky Brooks, Bridget Condon, Brian Baldinger and Sara Walsh each give analysis on teams from around the NFL. Also, Michael F. Florio shares his fantasy sleepers heading into the new season.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo join forces to deliver the biggest football headlines of the day, Tuesday August 19. First, the Insiders discuss Daniel Jones getting the nod over Anthony Richardson as starting quarterback of the Indianapolis Colts. Then, two other quarterbacks, Matthew Stafford and Jordan Love, have injury updates. Later, Jeff Chadiha and Brian Baldinger provide analysis of a replenished and improved Kansas City Chiefs offense. Also, Michael F. Florio has some quarterback-minded fantasy football advice for your team heading into the new season.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo break down the Browns' decision to name Joe Flacco their starting quarterback to begin the 2025 season. They also cover Matthew Stafford’s return to the practice field and Trey Hendrickson’s trade request out of Cincinnati. Marc Ross and Steve Wyche join the show to discuss Chicago’s offensive dominance on Sunday and preview tonight’s matchup between the Bengals and Commanders. Plus, the Insiders react to Jaxson Dart’s strong preseason debut, check in on Cowboys camp with Jane Slater, and share which teams they believe could get off to a surprising start this season.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo join forces to deliver the biggest football headlines of the day. The Insiders are joined by NFL Media reporters Steve Wyche, Brian Baldinger, Marc Ross, Sara Walsh and Omar Ruiz as week two of the NFL preseason takes shape. First, who will start for the Cleveland Browns with Shedeur Sanders dealing with an oblique injury? Then, what is the latest with Rams QB Matthew Stafford? All that and more on the latest episode of the Insiders.

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista break down James Cook’s contract negotiations and his importance to the Bills offense with Brian Baldinger. Mike Garafolo joins to discuss Shedeur Sanders’ oblique injury and Tua Tagovailoa’s training camp frustrations. Bucky Brooks shares expectations for the upcoming Giants–Jets joint practice, while Bridgette Condon reports on Najee Harris’ return from a scary eye injury. The crew analyzes young QBs with the most to prove in Week 2, previews Saints–Jaguars, and Cam Wolfe sits down with Browns CB Tony Brown to talk about his viral Panthers entrance. Plus, Michael F. Florio reveals which players could post “video game numbers” in fantasy this season.

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