Pro Football Weekly Podcast

On this episode of the Pro Football Weekly podcast, our draft expert Greg Gabriel joins host Arthur Arkush once again, sharing the biggest takeaways from his mock draft. Then Greg breaks down the cornerbacks and wideouts, including DBs Adoree' Jackson, Gareon Conley and Kevin King, and WRs Corey Davis, Zay Jones and JuJu Smith-Schuster. The guys also discuss the importance of fit and having a plan for prospects, including Jackson and Curtis Samuel.

PFW Draft Magazine author Greg Gabriel returns, discussing an increasingly long list of QB-needy teams, now including Buffalo, and the impact it'll have on the first round of the draft. Greg and Arthur go in depth on three deep position groups — RB, TE and S — debating when to address both backfields in the draft. Greg says Joe Mixon isn't the best pure runner from the Oklahoma backfield, and Malik Hooker, not Jamal Adams, is the best safety prospect in the draft. There are plenty of playmakers in a loaded TE crop, but two-way TEs remain few and far between. Lastly, the guys try and separate fact from fiction as smokescreens start to emerge just two weeks out from Round One.

Bleacher Report's Mike Tanier joins host Arthur Arkush to discuss Tony Romo's "retirement" and its ripple effects. What do the Texans do now at quarterback? Are Colin Kaepernick and/or Jay Cutler options? Mike also breaks down the Richard Sherman situation in Seattle and its most likely resolution. We also chat Marshawn Lynch, Adrian Peterson, plus other NFC East news and a few developing themes in the draft.

On the new PFW podcast, Eric Edholm (@Eric_Edholm) of Yahoo's Shutdown Corner joins host Arthur Arkush, analyzing Notre Dame's DeShone Kizer after attending his Pro Day, and predicting where Kizer and his top QB prospect peers may fit in the draft. Eric also discusses controversial Oklahoma RB Joe Mixon, a top-10 talent if not for off-field concerns, plus an altered CB landscape with Pro Day injuries (Washington's Sidney Jones and UCLA's Fabian Moreau), a domestic violence arrest (Michigan's Jourdan Lewis) and poor Combine (Florida's Teez Tabor). Eric also has thoughts on the Browns' QB puzzle, Connecticut super DB Obi Melifonwu — is he a safety or corner? — and much more. 

On the latest PFW podcast, host Arthur Arkush reacts to some of the bigger moves in free agency's opening week and shares a few teams that impressed, and a few that made odd choices. Arthur is then joined by former agent Joel Corry (CBS Sports), who shares his view on rich O-linemen contracts, frugal running back deals, the benefits smart teams can gain by extending players early, what's next for Malcolm Butler and Tony Romo and much more.

We're back from a mini hiatus, breaking down next week's NFL Scouting Combine with PFW Draft Guide author Greg Gabriel. Greg highlights the prospects facing the most crucial medical evaluations in Indianapolis, plus a few players whose measureables he's most intrigued to learn. We spend a little time delving into the quarterbacks — though Greg cautions what a fluid process lies ahead, as teams will learn a lot more about the young passers in private workouts and meetings than the controlled Combine environment.We finish with a breakdown of the veteran QB market, where more uncertainty resides, but Greg thinks a potential trade option not named Garoppolo, Romo or Cutler has some allure.

Super Bowl week is also podcast two-fer week at PFW. Host Arthur Arkush, after getting a Houston scene-setter from publisher/editor Hub Arkush, and sharing his thoughts on the Senior Bowl and general manager hirings in Indianapolis and San Francisco, is back to preview Super Bowl 51 with the help of PFW contributors Ty Schalter and Andrew Garda.

There's been plenty of news during Super Bowl week, including the hiring of Chris Ballard as Colts GM. Arthur Arkush talks about the latest NFL news, plus he checks in with Hub Arkush from Houston to preview Sunday's big game.

It's championship weekend, so the Pro Football Weekly podcast is full of guests. First up, Wes Hodkiewicz of packers.com, breaking down Aaron Rodgers' epic run, Green Bay's injury situation and the importance of winning the turnover battle when the NFL's two highest-flying offenses collide. Next, Aaron Freeman, co-host of Locked on Falcons, shares the key behind Matt Ryan's MVP season and biggest catalyst for Dan Quinn's much-improved young 'D.' Steel City Insider's Jim Wexell tells us Ben Roethlisberger, who's been off his game of late, needs a third weapon to emerge for the Steelers to pull off a massive upset in Foxborough. Wexell also breaks down Pittsburgh's under-the-radar, yet dominant, O-line and weighs in on the Antonio Brown and facebooklivegate. Lastly, Christopher Price of WEEI chats about Tom Brady's protection, Dion Lewis'expanding role and the Brown coverage plan, which should include plenty of Malcolm Butler.

Publisher/editor Hub Arkush joins host Arthur Arkush to discuss the Chargers' move to Los Angeles — can it work, and what's next for the NFL in LA? Hub also gives his take on the head-coaching carousel, spinning at a rapid pace this week. Which teams made the best and worst hires? Lastly, Hub takes a quick look at what could be the divisional round's most competitive game, Steelers-Chiefs, and makes his pick.

PFW contributor Ty Schalter and host Arthur Arkush break down all four divisional round games and make their picks. Will the Seahawks offense go toe-to-toe with Matt Ryan, Julio Jones and Co.? Can the Texans avoid embarrassing themselves yet again vs. the Patriots? Is Sunday at Arrowhead a legacy game for Andy Reid, and if so, do his No. 2 seed Chiefs advance to the conference title? And how does the absence of Jordy Nelson, and playoff debut for Ezekiel Elliott and Dak Prescott, factor into Green Bay-Dallas?

Is McCoy out in San Diego? Will Todd Bowles survive the Jets' disappointing season? Publisher and editor Hub Arkush shares what he and the rest of PFW are hearing on both of those situations, plus Notre Dame's Brian Kelly calling the NFL — but is anyone answering? Former PFW writer Nate Atkins, now with M Live, shares the latest on the Lions as they limp into one of the franchise's biggest games in years. Wayne Larrivee, radio voice of the Packers prepareing for his fourth consecutive NFC North title game call, explains how Green Bay has gotten so hot and how long it could last.

In this week's Pro Football Weekly podcast, host Arthur Arkush welcomes former Bears college scouting director-turned-PFW draft expert Greg Gabriel on the show for his take on Leonard Fournette and Christian McCaffrey skipping their bowl games to begin NFL draft preparation. Gabriel, who has 30 years in professional scouting, thinks the All-American running backs' decisions will necessitate further digging for NFL teams and raises potential red flags. Next, Dan Pompei of Bleacher Report joins the program to discuss a pair of hot head-coaching candidates, Jon Guden and Josh McDaniels, both of whom spent time with Dan this year, offering unique insights into their lives and potential interest in returning to the head-coaching ranks.

On the latest edition of the Pro Football Weekly podcast, host Arthur Arkush welcomes in publisher and editor Hub Arkush to report on all of the latest hot seat rumblings around the league. Everyone knows Gus Bradley's exit in Jacksonville is imminent, but PFW is hearing his replacement may already be lined up. Hub also weighs in on the Rams' vacancy and a few others that could come open, along with some of the hottest potential replacements. After wrapping up with Hub, Arthur welcomes Brad Sham, voice of the Cowboys, in to discuss the non-QB controversy, Dallas' first taste of adversity how Dak Prescott and Co. might respond when the red-hot Buccaneers visit in prime time Sunday night.

Arthur Arkush and Hub Arkush review what happened to the AFC West in Thursday night's Raiders-Chiefs game, and then preview a good NFL Week 14 slate, led by the Sunday night game between the Cowboys and Giants. Hub and Arthur also go over what's happened in Chicago with John Fox and Vic Fangio, and if there is a solution for the Bears. 

We're ready for Week 13 in the NFL, and Arthur Arkush and Hub Arukush have plenty to talk about, including the possibility of the NFL making efforts to hire full-time officials in the NFL. Arthur and Hub then go over some of the TV ratings issues and what an 18-game schedule would mean for the players, owners and league as a whole.Arthur and Hub then break down some of the best matchups of the week, including the Kansas City-Atlanta tilt.

If you aren't too stuffed from Thanksgiving, we've got even more football for you on the latest Pro Football Weekly podcast.Arthur Arkush, Andrew Garda and Hub Arkush go over all of the great Week 12 matchups and get you ready for a pivotal Sunday in the NFL. Stick with the Pro Football Weekly podcast for all of your NFL needs as we get you ready each week for some exciting matchups in the league.

In this week's Pro Football Weekly podcast, Ty Schalter (VICE Sports, The Comeback, Pro Football Weekly, & SiriusXM) joins host Arthur Arkush to talk Schalter’s “Hot Read” focusing on the Rams/Dolphins matchup, and Jared Goff’s premiere in the NFL. The guys also chat about guard & tackle size in the NFL, Green Bay at Washington, Cardinals at Vikings, and the Detroit Lions potential path to the top of the NFC North. PFW’s Hub Arkush joins Arthur later in the show to talk “The Way We Hear It” as Gus Bradley’s job may be in jeopardy. They also breakdown the Texans/Raiders matchup in Mexico, and discuss Tony Romo’s statements on Dak Prescott. 

Pro Football Weekly contributor Greg Gabriel joins host Arthur Arkush to talk about the top prospects in the NFL Draft and the major issues with high numbers of underclassmen declaring, how that affects the NFL and the prospects themselves.Hub Arkush then joins Arthur to preview Week 10 in the NFL, including some of the best matchups and ongoing issues. Stick with the Pro Football Weekly podcast for all of your NFL coverage!

The crew at Pro Football Weekly bring you a LIVE PFW Q&A at Goal Line Sports Bar & Grill in Crystal Lake, IL on Wednesday night, talking with NFL fans and answering questions from around the NFL. Talking points include “Brian Bulaga playing for the Bears?”, “Aaron Rodgers’ struggles”, “Goodell’s decision making”, and “Is Dak Prescott the real deal?.”