Episodes

  • In an excerpt from The Read Optional Podcast, Ollie Connolly is joined by Mark Bullock to breakdown Eric Bieniemy leaving the Chiefs to the OC in Washington. They discuss:

    The latest goings on with Daniel Snyder and the ownership situationWhether Snyder’s pettiness will cost the teamWhat went wrong for Scott Turner in 2022Philosophy versus schemeWhether it matters if someone is a play-caller or gameplan builderWhether you’d rather have a high-end gameplan builder or a high-end play-callerHow NFL staffs build out and execute a plan collaborativelySome of the key principles of the Chiefs offense with Bieniemy and Andy Reid — and what Bieniemy can transplant to WashingtonHow to separate out the design of the offense from the game-breaking players — and what will be transferable and not with the current Washington rosterWhich iteration of the Chiefs’ offense under Bieniemy would be best suited for the Commanders rosterHow Sam Howell could feature in a Bieniemy offenseWhat would be the ideal offense for HowellWhat cosmetic work the Commanders would have to do this offseason to build out the right roster to maximize HowellA whole bunch more!
    The Read Optional is an NFL newsletter, podcast & community produced by Gridiron editor and scout Oliver Connolly. If you’re interested in all things football – the X’s & O’s, evaluating players, the salary cap implications of signings and trades, the relationship between the NFL and the college game, and everything in between – then The Read Optional is for you. You can subscribe now by visiting https://readoptional.substack.com to receive a weekly podcast and writing from Ollie and others contributors.


  • Will Gavin and Michael McQuaid are joined by an array of stars ahead of Super Bowl LVII on Sunday - Dan Hanzus, T.J. Ward, Michael Lombardi and Rodger Sherman appear on the show. Also, the guys give their Super Bowl picks!

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  • Will Gavin and Michael McQuaid are joined on radio row by NFL Network's Steve Wyche and Matt Hamilton from Up and Adams/KC Sports Network ahead of the Super Bowl this Sunday. Steve looks ahead to the QB carousel that we will see over the next few weeks and months, while Matt focuses on the Chiefs and what to expect in the Super Bowl this weekend.


  • PFF's Sam Monson joins Will Gavin and Michael McQuaid as they look ahead to the Super Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona this Sunday. Just how have the Eagles developed under Sirianni in recent months - and how can they defeat the Chiefs?

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
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  • In an excerpt from the Home & Home podcast live from Radio Row, Ollie Connolly and Jon Ledyard break down all of the intriguing X's & O's question ahead of the Super Bowl: What makes the Eagles’ offense so difficult to stop — and to gameplan for; How the structural ways to slow down the Eagles’ base concepts — both in the run, RPO and passing games — expose a defense to allllll the other things Philly can do; What impact Chris Jones can have against the best offensive line in the game — and how Spags should deploy him; Why the Chiefs’ safeties will be so essential to the team’s chances; How Mahomes has evolved his game this season; A whole bunch more!

  • Will Gavin and Michael McQuaid are joined by Jeff Reinebold to look ahead to Super Bowl LVII - by making some BOLD predictions ahead of the game this Sunday!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Gridiron's Michael McQuaid reports from a packed Opening Night of Super Bowl week in Phoenix, Arizona. Hear from Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts, Andy Reid, Nick Sirianni and many more ahead of Sunday's big game!

  • Will Gavin is joined by Michael McQuaid from Radio Row in Phoenix, Arizona ahead of Super Bowl LVII this weekend, which sees the Kansas City Chiefs meet the Philadelphia Eagles at State Farm Stadium. In this episode, they talk about arriving in Phoenix and look ahead to the keys to the game this weekend.

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Michael McQuaid react to the news of Tom Brady's retirement, the hiring of Sean Payton in Denver and Demeco Ryans in Houston - and much more!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Olly Hunter look back at the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs and predict which teams will make it to Super Bowl LVII!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Michael McQuaid look ahead to the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs and also react to the announcement of the designated teams for the NFL London and Germany Games! Head of NFL UK Henry Hodgson also stops by for a chat about the announcement which will see the Jaguars, Bills and Titans in London, followed by the Chiefs and Patriots in Germany.

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Michael McQuaid look back at a memorable Wild Card Saturday and Sunday - and start to look ahead to the action in a few days!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • A SUPER Weekend AWAITS!

    Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Olly Hunter look ahead to the slate of games as the NFL playoffs get underway this weekend. Will we see a shock? Listen in to hear the guys picks!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • In a bonus edition of 'The Gridiron Show', Will Gavin is joined by former Bills and Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman to look ahead to Super Wild Card Weekend and much more!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]


  • Will Gavin is joined by Olly Hunter and Michael McQuaid as they look back on Week 18 of the NFL season. Has Aaron Rodgers played his final down in the league? How about the Detroit Lions? Who will get fired on Black Monday!?

    Please note: recorded prior to Kliff Kingsbury firing

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Will Gavin is joined by Simon Clancy and Michael McQuaid to look ahead to Wee 18 of the NFL season. They also discuss the awful incident in Buffalo on Monday Night Football. Our thoughts and prayers are firmly with Damar Hamlin, his family and the Buffalo Bills organisation at this very difficult time.

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

  • Ahead of Sunday Night Football, Will Gavin was joined by Simon Clancy and Michael McQuaid on TalkSPORT2 to recap the biggest storylines from Week 17 of the NFL season They talk:

    - Issues in Miami
    - Could the Chargers or Jaguars make a late run in the AFC playoffs?
    - More!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

    Touchdown Trips: You have to see it to believe it.

  • It's a Christmas special edition of 'The Gridiron Show' - join Will Gavin, Si Clancy and Michael McQuaid as they look ahead to the Christmas slate of NFL games and much more!

    Got a question for the team or some feedback? Email [email protected]

    Have you ever wanted to travel to the US to watch an NFL or College Football game? Look no further than Touchdown Trips.

    Touchdown Trips are a tour operator specialising in tailor-made, ATOL protected & ABTA bonded American holidays for UK-based NFL fans. Their tailor made packages include NFL game tickets and gameday experiences.

    Touchdown Trips is run for fans, by fans - with the aim to help you experience something magical. They listen to what would make your perfect American Football trip and we put it together for you. Pre-game, they arrange for you to attend an authentic American tailgate. They source the best tickets and can provide a whole range of extras to make your sports trip extra special, like NBA or other events in a city you are visiting.

    Touchdown Trips was set up with the fan in mind and you are placed front and centre. They are passionate about the game and have over 15 years in the travel industry - ensuring UK fans the best service and experiences possible.

    Sure, the London and Munich games are great - but nothing really beats being there at an authentic game. Want to learn more? You can visit Touchdown Trips here:

    Website: www.touchdowntrips.com
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/touchdowntrips
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/touchdowntrips
    Phone: 01904403355
    Email: [email protected]

    Touchdown Trips: You have to see it to believe it.