Could Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs offense get back to their 2018 selves this season? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald make their predictions for 2025. Which schemes will trend upwards? Which teams will have bounceback seasons? And which players are poised to break out? The Football 301 crew peeks into the future to answer all of these questions and dips into the mailbag to close out the show!

(3:10) - Condensed formations are back

(10:10) - Panthers defense breakout season?

(15:50) - Tight ends are important again!

(26:00) - Ricky Pearsall breakout season

(31:00) - Dolphins offensive line decline

(35:00) - Busy backfields

(38:10) - Rams pass rush

(43:50) - Chiefs offensive expansion

(52:50) - Under center passing returns!

(1:01:20) - Lightning round

(1:09:50) - Mailbag: How to build an OL

(1:16:00) - Mailbag: Does Zac Taylor get enough credit?

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How soon could we see Aaron Rodgers in a Pittsburgh Steelers uniform? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports kick the show off with news about two veteran quarterbacks. First, they break down the implications of Rodgers' recent hints that he could be donning the black and yellow soon. Then, they switch gears and discuss Kirk Cousins skipping the Atlanta Falcons' voluntary OTAs. Will we ever see him play football again? Later in the show, they debate when we will see this rookie QB class start, including Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders for the Cleveland Browns. They finish the show up with another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat - this time we're previewing the AFC South!

(2:00) - How long will Steelers wait for Aaron Rodgers?

(20:10) - Kirk Cousins absent for Falcons OTAs

(30:50) - When will Cam Ward start in Tennessee?

(38:00) - When will Jaxson Dart start in New York?

(44:20) - When will Tyler Shough start in New Orleans?

(47:30) - When could Dillon Gabriel or Shedeur Sanders take over in Cleveland?

(52:55) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC South

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What are the expectations for the second-year quarterbacks in the NFL? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald set their optimism scales for year two of the 2024 first-round quarterback draft class. Where do Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye, Michael Penix Jr., J.J. McCarthy and Bo Nix stand, and what should we expect to see this season?

Plus, the news is out that the NFL is allowing players to compete in flag football in the LA28 Olympic Games, but who would make the best team? The guys pick their Top 5 players to be on the Dream Team of flag football. Don't miss out on today's Football 301!

(3:35) Caleb Williams

(19:52) Jayden Daniels

(30:59) Drake Maye

(45:24) Michael Penix Jr.

(1:00:01) J.J. McCarthy

(1:08:57) Bo Nix

(1:19:05) Building our Olympic flag football dream teams

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Could Brock Purdy’s contract extension keep the San Francisco 49ers from winning a Super Bowl? Jason Fitz, Frank Schwab and Charles Robinson kick off the show with a heated debate about Purdy's new deal and what it means for the team's championship aspirations. They move from one QB to another and break down ESPN writer Seth Wickersham's report about Caleb Williams tumultuous rookie season with the Chicago Bears. Then, the guys switch gears to discuss the upcoming Olympic flag football vote at the NFL Owners' Meetings and how it could expand the league's reach. The show finishes up with an NFC South preview - are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers a Super Bowl contender? Buckle up for another Testy Tuesday!

(1:10) - Did 49ers make a mistake paying Brock Purdy?

(20:10) - Caleb Williams tried to avoid being drafted by the Bears

(32:30) - Should NFL players play flag football in the Olympics?

(47:45) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC South

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Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald ask the biggest questions on their mind for the NFL teams with new starting quarterbacks. But first, they give their hot takes on the 2025 NFL schedule release and share their thoughts on Derek Carr's retirement and his potential successor, Tyler Shough. They move on to discuss the QBs they expect to start for new teams, including Sam Darnold, Justin Fields and J.J. McCarthy. Then, they take a look at some teams that still have questions about their starting QBs, including the Cleveland Browns and their stable of maybes like Shedeur Sanders. You don't want to miss another fun episode of Football 301!

(2:51) NFL schedule release hot takes

(8:02) Derek Carr retires, what are our expectations for Tyler Shough?

(17:23) New starting QBs in new places

(1:02:00) Teams with QB questions

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Who will be the starting QB for the New Orleans Saints in Week 1? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab discuss where the Saints go from here after Derek Carr's retirement announcement. Is Tyler Shough the QB of the future for the NFC South team? Then, they move on to discuss the biggest storylines ahead of the NFL's 2025 schedule release and finish with an AFC East preview for another edition of Rise, Repeat or Retreat. Are the New England Patriots the second-best team in the division behind the Buffalo Bills? We're discussing that and more on this episode of Inside Coverage!

(3:05) - What’s next for the post-Derek Carr Saints?

(24:30) - NFL schedule release: biggest storylines

(41:05) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? AFC East

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How will George Pickens handle life with the Dallas Cowboys? Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the impact of the mercurial receiver's trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Then the Football 301 gang shares their favorite (and least favorite) offseason moves. Free agents, draft picks and coaches - they're discussing it all. They finish the show up with a dip into the mailbag!

(4:30) - Cowboys trade for WR George Pickens

(17:50) - Favorite offseason additions

(1:22:30) - Which edge rusher has the best bend in the NFL?

(1:26:25) - How can your offense get a better passing EPA?

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Will we ever see Justin Tucker play again for an NFL team? Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab break down the kicker's release from the Baltimore Ravens after 13 seasons. Was this truly a "football decision" or did the accusations of improper conduct from 16 massage therapists play a bigger role than the team is letting on? Then, the crew switches gears to talk about some of the biggest storylines they have their eyes on as teams report for OTAs and minicamps. They finish the show up by debuting a new segment: "Rise, Repeat or Retreat" where they debate which teams will improve, take a step back or stay the same this season, starting with the NFC East.

(1:05) - Ravens release K Justin Tucker

(17:50) - Is J.J. McCarthy ready to take over in Minnesota?

(27:00) - Colts quarterback competition

(32:50) - Shedeur Sanders vs. Dillon Gabriel in Cleveland

(40:20) - Travis Hunter’s usage in Jacksonville

(45:00) - Rise, Repeat or Retreat? NFC East

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Frank Schwab, Jori Epstein and Charles Robinson break down the biggest remaining question marks across the NFL. The team explores how the San Francisco 49ers can strengthen Brock Purdy’s supporting cast following George Kittle’s new deal, who has the edge in the Cleveland Browns' quarterback battle, and whether Jaxson Dart or Russell Wilson should start for the New York Giants. They also examine how the Dallas Cowboys can upgrade their skill positions and what to make of the crowded wide receiver room in Green Bay.

(00:50) - 49ers extend George Kittle: the right move?

(10:30) - Cleveland Browns QB competition could get complicated

(30:35) - Who is the New York Giants’ starting QB?

(37:45) - Do the Dallas Cowboys still need skill position players?

(45:00) - Did the Green Bay Packers upgrade with Matthew Golden?

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Draft grades, favorite Day 3 picks, and the best player-team fits! Nate Tice, Matt Harmon and Charles McDonald break down the biggest winners and losers from the 2025 NFL Draft. Who received the worst draft grade? Which team made the best Day 3 selection? And which player found the perfect fit with their new team? The guys dissect it all in this latest episode. 

(3:45) - Favorite draft classes
(31:40) - Least favorite draft classes
(56:55) - Favorite day three picks
(1:03:35) - Favorite player-team fits

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