Peter begins the episode with a reaction to the news out of Washington, that offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury would be moving on after a "mutual parting of ways,” and uses that as a springboard to analyze and dissect just how crazy the NFL can be. Year to year, things turn over, and the success of one season can play no role in security and comfort heading into the one after that. From Washington to Atlanta to Cleveland to Arizona to New York to Tennessee to Las Vegas, Peter touches on all the various openings, rumors, and thoughts swirling around the league. Greg Olsen joins the show and is fantastic. They talk Panthers, coaching middle school football with Jonathan Stewart and Luke Kuechly, and then get into a lengthy discussion on whether Greg could see himself in the front office of an NFL organization. Lastly, they discuss the current Miami team, what it means to be a Cane, and Greg's plans for the CFP semifinal game versus Ole Miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to rank EVERY team in the playoff field: Seahawks, Rams, Jaguars, Bills, Eagles, Chargers, Steelers, Texans, Packers, Bears, Broncos, Patriots, Panthers and 49ers. Plus, a special appearance from Marcus Spears to grade our rankings! Breaking down who we trust most, who has real Super Bowl upside, and who feels like a first-round exit waiting to happen. We look at how each contender is actually playing right now, not just their record, and what the matchups tell us as the postseason approaches.  Do you agree with our rankings? Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome to the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny 0:25 Power Ranking EVERY Playoff Team 2:23 #1: Jacksonville Jaguars 7:45 #2: Los Angeles Rams 11:05 #3: Seattle Seahawks | #4: Houston Texans 16:50 #5: Denver Broncos 21:00 #6: Buffalo Bills 24:20 #7: Philadelphia Eagles 28:05 #8: New England Patriots 29:30 #9: Green Bay Packers 32:55 #10: San Francisco 49ers 34:15 #11: Chicago Bears 35:15 #12: Los Angeles Chargers 38:00 #13: Carolina Panthers | #14: Pittsburgh Steelers 40:45 Marcus Spears grades our Power Rankings 45:20 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down the biggest winners and losers from Week 18, including why a single missed kick in Ravens/Steelers may shape the next decade for both franchises. From Atlanta’s long-overdue reset, to major questions looming for Baltimore, Las Vegas, and New York, this was one of the most illuminating days of the NFL year. Kevin digs into: Why rookie kickers feel more pressure when trailing than when tied How the Ravens’ long-term outlook may have changed overnight What Atlanta, the Raiders, and Giants should actually be looking for in their next head coach Why the “Patriot Way” should finally be retired Seattle’s rise, Baltimore’s flaws, and Kevin’s biggest miss of the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jourdan Rodrigue joins the show to preview the most important games of Week 18, with division titles and playoff positioning still up for grabs. They break down the matchups that will help decide how the postseason picture shakes out and what each team is facing heading into the final weekend of the regular season. The conversation includes a look at Panthers vs. Buccaneers, Seahawks vs. 49ers, and Steelers vs. Ravens, diving into what’s at stake in each game and how the pressure ramps up with everything on the line. To wrap things up, they hand out New Year’s resolutions for non-playoff teams, focusing on what needs to change, what can’t be repeated, and how franchises should be thinking about the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Hall Of Fame Defensive Back Rod Woodson to breakdown the matchup that will decide the AFC North on Sunday. Having played for both teams Rod provides unique insight into what we should expect from the Ravens/Steelers.  Rod also shares his thoughts on how he would have to adjust his game if he played present day, why Patrick Surtain II reminds him of himself, and shares a few hilarious stories from his playing days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mina is joined by Domonique Foxworth to talk through everything that stood out from Week 17 across the NFL. They break down who showed out, who struggled, and what it all means as the playoff picture continues to take shape. They react to the Falcons pulling off a surprising Monday night upset over the Rams & with plenty of Week 18 and postseason implications mixed in throughout. Winners: Brock Purdy Malik Willis Derrick Henry Tyler Shough & the Saints Woofs: Pittsburgh Steelers Baker Mayfield & the Buccaneers Josh Allen C.J. Stroud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler joins Kevin Clark to break down what’s shaping up to be a quieter-than-usual NFL Black Monday. With teams firing coaches earlier than ever, the traditional end-of-season chaos has changed, and Jeremy explains why fewer openings may actually make this hiring cycle more intense. The guys dive into: Why Black Monday isn’t what it used to be The teams already getting a head start on coaching searches Which jobs Jeremy has his eye on (Cleveland, Las Vegas, Miami, Arizona & more) Why there could be big changes on the horizon in Baltimore including at the QB position Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark recaps everything from the penultimate week of the NFL's regular season. Was Buffalo right to go for 2 against the Eagles and has Philadelphia established themselves as the favorites in the NFC on the strength of their pass rush? Kevin tackles Myles Garrett's comments on how the Steelers went out of their way to prevent him from getting the sack record and hurt themselves offensively in the process.    Plus, why Tyler Shough has made it clear that he's the Saints quarterback next season. Kevin details why he believes it's time for the NFL to institute a draft lottery in an effort to curb teams taking at the end of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Chiefs All-Pro tackle Mitch Schwartz joins This Is Football to break down what actually went wrong for Kansas City and what comes next. From the evolution (and stagnation) of Andy Reid’s offense, to why Mahomes can’t fix everything on his own, to the importance of schematic advantages in the modern NFL, this is a masterclass in how football really works. Schwartz explains why under-center offenses are back, how teams like the Rams and 49ers are creating run-game advantages with motion, and why winning on third-and-long is the real separator for contenders.  Plus: Why elite defensive linemen could still play into their 40s The best offensive line in football right now Who deserves “Protector of the Year” How Tyrann Mathieu changed the Chiefs’ culture The funniest trash talk Mitch ever heard on an NFL field What it’s actually like being a Jewish NFL player during Christmas week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 16 is in the books, and Kevin Clark breaks down three wild days of NFL football. From the Bears finally showing signs of real life behind Caleb Williams, to Bryce Young’s growing résumé as one of the league’s most clutch quarterbacks, this episode is about the rise of the quarterback whisperers and why offensive head coaches may be taking over the NFL for good. Kevin explains why Carolina, Chicago, and Jacksonville are all changing their trajectories, and why Trevor Lawrence suddenly looks like the player everyone scouted at Clemson. Plus: Why the Lions/Steelers ending was an officiating mess, and why the NFL needs replay transparency now What’s gone wrong in Houston despite the win Why the Giants’ nine-game losing streak is completely indefensible Kevin’s blunt take on Joe Schoen and the myth of “young talent” And a reminder that celebrating a big win over age 35 can end in injury Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s NFL Week 16! 🏈 Mina is joined by Aaron Schatz to break down every matchup — from Thursday Night Football all the way through Monday Night Football. They discuss the biggest storylines shaping Week 16 The key factors that will decide each game Our picks and predictions for every matchup Drop your Week 16 thoughts in the comments and let me know who you think wins each game! Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! 0:55 Week 16 Preview And Picks 1:15 Rams @ Seahawks Preview 14:33 Eagles @ Commanders Preview 18:15 Packers @ Bears Preview 25:30 Bills @ Browns Preview 28:45 Chargers @ Cowboys Preview 33:00 Chiefs @ Titans Preview 34:55 Bengals @ Dolphins Preview 40:20 Jets @ Saints Preview 45:25 Bucs @ Panthers Preview 53:15 Vikings @ Giants Preview 58:05 Jags @ Broncos Preview 1:04:15 Falcons @ Cardinals Preview 1:07:20 Steelers @ Lions Preview 1:10:48 Raiders @ Texans Preview 1:14:10 Patriots @ Ravens Preview 1:23:20 49ers @ Colts Preview 1:31:10 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richard Sherman joins Kevin Clark for a wide-ranging NFL conversation ahead of Seahawks vs. Rams on Thursday Night Football. The 5 time pro-bowler and Amazon Prime analyst breaks down how Mike Macdonald has rebuilt Seattle’s defense, why rookie Nick Emmanwori has become the engine of that unit. Richard also dives into Matthew Stafford’s arm talent , why he’s playing some of the best football of his career, and how Sean McVay reinvented the Rams. Plus, Sherman picks which defense he’d want to play in if he were 25 again, revisits the one play he’d change from his career, and shares what fans often miss when watching defense on Sundays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Domonique Foxworth joins Mina break down the MNF matchup as the Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Miami Dolphins 28-15. Mina and Dom share their biggest takeaways from the Steelers win and discuss their playoff potential. Plus, they get into what’s next for Tua and coach Mike McDaniels as their time on the Dolphins appears to be ending. 🏆 Winners: Bo Nix + Jacksonville Jaguars 🐶 Woofs: Green Bay Packers + Kansas City ChiefsDrop your takes in the comments — who were your Winners and Woofs this week? 👇 Timecodes: 0:00 Welcome To The Mina Kimes Show Featuring Lenny! 1:23 MNF Recap: Steelers Defeat Dolphins 28-15 6:55 Takeaways From The Steelers Defense 12:50 Evaluating Tua's Decline 24:20 Week 15 Winner: Bo Nix 31:32 Week 15 Woof: Green Bay Packers 36:40 Week 15 Winner: Jacksonville Jaguars 44:30 Week 15 Woof: Kansas City Chiefs 54:45 See you next time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down everything from a chaotic Sunday across the NFL — Patrick Mahomes suffers a torn ACL, the Kansas City Chiefs are eliminated from playoff contention for the first time in over a decade, and the league’s balance of power may have just shifted. Kevin covers historical context (Patriots parallels), and why today may be the clean dividing line between Chiefs 1.0 and whatever comes next. Kevin also covers Micah Parsons’ devastating injury and why the Packers Super Bowl hopes are fading. Plus: Josh Allen putting on the cape again, Philip Rivers’ bizarre, vintage return, and Giants dysfunction reaches a breaking point Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by NFL veteran Mitch Morse provides insight into playing center for Josh Allen & Patrick Mahomes, and talks about the time he gave Paul Rudd an AFC West hat & the relationship he's developed with the Chiefs superfan. Mitch shares some incredible stories, inlcuding the toughest players he’s faced to a time where nature called at the worst possible time forcing Mitch to run to the blue medical tent. Then NFL HOF Joe Thomas & Gatorade HS Player of the Year and fellow offensive lineman Jackson Cantwell. Joe details what he thinks Shedeur Sanders needs to do over the final month of the season to cement himself as the Browns quarterback of the future. Jackson shares what he's learned from Joe about playing offensive tackle as he prepares to play for the University of Miami next year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Week 15 episode, Mina Kimes is joined by Ben Solak to run through the full slate of games, from Thursday night through Monday. Together, they break down the biggest storylines of the week, identify the key factors that could decide each matchup, and share their picks and predictions — including where they see potential upsets. Listeners are invited to follow along and think through their own Week 15 calls as the duo sets the stage for another loaded NFL weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark is joined by Jordan Reid to take a look at how the QB class for the 2026 NFL Draft is shaping up. Hear why Jordan has Dante Moore as the top QB in the class should he choose to leave Oregon and enter the draft. Plus, the prospects worth watching in the upcoming College Football Playoff. Then Bill Cornerback Christian Benford takes us through his heroic interception Sunday against the Bengals. Christian gives insight into what it's like to go against Josh Allen in practice everyday. Plus, what has surprised him about living in Buffalo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter starts the podcast by recapping a weekend in Los Angeles, in which he watched what could have been the end of the Chiefs dynasty alongside Troy Aikman, listened to Arnold Schwarzenegger walk through a hotel lobby, discussed movies with Ryan Clark and Marcus Spears, and watched one of the weirdest "Monday Night Football" games ever. Peter weighs in on Josh Allen's potential to go back to back MVPs, the Houston Texans defense, and the Jaguars as a team nobody is talking about. Six-time Super Bowl Champion Josh McDaniels joins the show for a deep-dive on his career, his philosophy on coaching, and his many insights on Drake Maye and the 2025 New England Patriots. McDaniels talks at length about his time with Tom Brady, the Super Bowl wins, and what he's learned and taken with him along the way. Stories on Randy Moss, Gronk, Julian Edelman are matched with promising insights on young Patriots stars Drake Maye, TreVeyon Henderson, and Pop Douglas. McDaniels discusses his year away from football in 2024, how he got right, and why he's ready to do it all over again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Mina is joined by Ben Solak to break down a wild Monday Night Football finish, where the Chargers win in overtime over the Eagles. They dive into why the Eagles’ offense has struggled so much and what needs to change to get it back on track. Then, they shift to the NFC playoff race, highlighting the biggest flaws for each contender and the issues that could derail a postseason run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin Clark breaks down all the major storylines from Week 14 . On today’s episode: the Steelers win despite zero fourth-quarter success offensively, Josh Allen looks like the best player in the world, the Browns run one of the strangest two-point conversion plays you'll ever see, and the Bucs continue to slide. Kevin also dives into:• Why Jordan Love and the Packers might actually be NFC favorites• Caleb Williams’ encouraging (and chaotic) performance• Daniel Jones’ Achilles injury and what it means for the Colts• Bo Nix’s growth and Denver’s steady improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices