Kevin Clark is joined by Hayden Winks to break down the most predictive stats heading into the 2025 NFL season. From Puka Nacua’s elite YPG to Jalen Hurts' dominance on critical downs, they spotlight the trends that could shape how teams win this year.
In this episode: Why Puka Nacua’s 96.8 Yards/Game could explode in 2025, The 3 QBs pressured on less than 25% of dropbacks, Jalen Hurts' elite 3rd & 4th down EPA + success rate, and Mahomes' surprising short-pass tendencies (30.8% behind the LOS).

(0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!
(0:15) Hayden Winks Joins This Is Football

(2:23) Favorite Stats to Project 2025 Trends
(6:00) Favorite Stat: 2.5 Seconds Post Snap Throws
(10:25) Favorite Stat: 3 QB's Pressured Under 25%
(17:42) Favorite Stat: Puka Nacua's 96.8 YPG
(21:15) Favorite Stat: Patrick Mahomes Passes 30.8% At Or Behind Line of Scrimmage
(24:55) Favorite Stat: 3rd/4th Down Jalen Hurts Leads EPA + Success Rate
(30:30) Favorite Stat: CJ Stroud Is The Most Pressured QB on 15+ Yard Passes

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Kevin Clark talks with Jeremy Fowler to break down the Top 10 NFL quarterbacks for the 2025 season, based on exclusive insights from league executives, coaches, and scouts. Jeremy explains how he compiles his positional rankings, who the consensus elite players are, and which breakout stars could shake up the league next season. From MVP candidates to underrated risers, get the full inside scoop on how the NFL’s decision-makers view the quarterback landscape heading into 2025.

(0:00) Welcome to This Is Football!

(0:55) JEREMY FOWLER JOINS THIS IS FOOTBALL!
(1:55) How Jeremy Develops His Top 10 Lists
(6:12) Most Volatile Quarterback Rankings
(15:50) Who's The Consensus Best Player In The League?

(18:00) Which Teams Have The Most Impressive Roster?
(19:30) Which Player Will Break Into The Top 10 Next Year?
(21:05) Evaluating The Cowboys Roster
(22:25) Deeper Group: QB or Edge?
(23:50) Biggest Surprises From Rankings Exercise

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Kevin Clark is joined by Ravens all-pro Marlon Humphrey to discuss his role in the Alabama football documentary "Nothing But a Winner". Marlon details what it was like to play for Nick Saban at Alabama and the lessons he learned during his time there. Plus, Marlon responds to the media narratives that surround the Ravens after falling just short the past few seasons. Marlon also dives into his recent obsession with golf and discusses how difficult it is relative to covering the likes of Ja'Marr Chase.

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Kevin Clark is joined by NFL veteran Harry Douglas to assess where the Falcons sit after a busy offseason. Harry gives incredible insights into what it was like to play with Julio Jones and details why he thinks this is the golden age for receivers in the NFL. Plus, the play that he thinks could've cost the Falcons a chance to win the Super Bowl in 2012.

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Kevin Clark is joined by Bill Barnwell to put the AFC teams in tiers. Hear what teams Bill & Kevin believe will challenge the Chiefs in the AFC. Plus, why they disagree on how good the Browns will be in 2025.

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Kevin Clark is joined by former NFL head coach Todd Haley to discuss how he played a role in Eagles HC Nick Sirianni breaking into the NFL. Todd shares his experience working under Bill Parcells and the lessons he learned from him including hearing from him after one specific play call during his tenure with the Steelers. Plus, Todd shares what he thinks the Jets are getting in Aaron Glenn.

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Kevin Clark is joined by Stanford Steve to give the 3 takes that they want to own this football season. Hear what college team Steve thinks could be on track for an undefeated season if they win in week 1. Kevin gives his pick that could surprise and win the SEC. Plus, Hear why Kevin thinks the Bears are bound for the playoffs in 2025.

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Kevin Clark is joined by 11 year NFL veteran Allen Robinson to break down what it will take for Caleb Williams to succeed in Chicago. Allen gives his take on why he thinks the marriage between Aaron Rodgers & the Steelers could work out better than expected. Plus, Allen shares the lessons he learned from Darrelle Revis after a matchup in 2015 that helped change his career.

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Kevin Clark is joined by Patrick Daugherty to review his recent rankings of all 32 NFL General Managers. Hear why both think there could be rough times ahead for one AFC South general manager. Plus, what general manager would NFL owners want if they were starting a franchise from scratch?

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Kevin Clark is joined by Chris Hogan to share his unique journey from lacrosse to the NFL. Chris details what he thinks Josh McDaniels will do to help Drake Maye succeed in year 2. Plus, some incredible stories from his time playing with Tom Brady.

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