In a surprising move this week, the Jets parted ways with Le'Veon Bell. The Athletic’s Robert Mays and Lindsay Jones discuss what went wrong for the running back in New York. Also, Lindsay explains the latest news involving the NFL’s schedule changes.
Later in the show, they preview the Chiefs-Bills showdown as they both look to bounce back from their first loss of the season as well as the battle between Brady and Rodgers. 
Finally, hear what quarterbacks they think have the most at stake in Week 6. 
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Week 6: Le'Veon Bell released, Aaron Rodgers vs. Tom Brady and an intriguing test for the Steelers’ defensive line

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The Ringer’s Ben Solak and Danny Kelly join Robert Mays for an intense pre-draft competition among fellow football podcasters. Via a snake draft, each participant selects a team of 10 players eligible in this year’s draft, trying to build a squad with the lowest combined draft slots (no. 1 is best, etc.). Game on.
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A Draft Slots Prediction Draft

We are officially one week out from the 2024 NFL Draft and this episode is all about “Our Guys.” Robert Mays, Nate Tice and Dane Brugler talk about the prospects they love in the top 10, the first round, on Day 2 and outside the top 100 consensus.
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“Our Guys” in the 2024 NFL Draft

On the last installment of The Athletic Football Show’s Mock Draft Scenarios, Robert Mays and Nate Tice discuss the top five picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. They examine the team needs for the Chargers, Cardinals, Patriots, Commanders and Bears. Plus, a bonus look at the Panthers to wrap up the episode.
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NFL Mock Draft Scenarios: Picks 5 to 1

We are two weeks away from the NFL draft. Is this a deep draft class this season? Mike and Randy look at how tape reveals character. The guys start off their discussion with the QB class in this year's draft and where they might rank. From there, we go through position groups on the offense and which players can produce effectively in the NFL.
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Football GM: Player rankings on the offensive side in the 2024 NFL draft

How many defensive difference makers will go in the first round? What do the Rams do to try and replace Aaron Donald? Why do defensive backs seem so hard to evaluate? Robert Mays is joined by Diante Lee to answer all of your questions about the top prospects on defense ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Week 6: Le'Veon Bell released, Aaron Rodgers vs. Tom Brady and an intriguing test for the Steelers’ defensive line

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