Scoop City: A show about the NFL

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Scoop City: A show about the NFL

For all the NFL conversation you’d ever want or need, there’s only one place to go: Scoop City, where there’s something for every football fan! The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini and longtime NFL quarterback Chase Daniel share inside information you need to know about your favorite team, discussions going on in and around the league - and some scoop on life. New episodes on Tuesdays and Fridays.

  1. 3D AGO

    Aaron Rodgers breaks offseason silence, details Jets exit, & says playing or retirement are options

    On today's episode of Scoop City, The Athletic's Senior NFL Insider, Dianna Russini, and former NFL QB Chase Daniel react to Aaron Rodgers breaking his offseason silence. The former four-time NFL MVP left the door open to play in 2025 but did not shut the door on the possibility of retiring. Rodgers, appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, discussed his exit from the New York Jets and the possibility of playing for the New York Giants, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Minnesota Vikings.  We are officially a week away from the start of the 2025 NFL Draft. And with the clock ticking down, the New York Giants are making a point to hold private workouts with several quarterback prospects. Dianna and Chase discuss what this could mean for the Giants in this upcoming draft. At this time, New York holds the 3rd overall selection, and it remains to be seen what direction they will go with the pick. Plus, Cleveland Browns General Manager Andrew Berry addressed the media today and discussed the idea of Travis Hunter playing both sides of the ball. Plus, Dianna and Chase bring back In My Mentions. What's up with Eagles fans? Is the Easter Bunny creepy? Does pineapple belong on pizza? It's all In My Mentions. Be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to the channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  2. 6D AGO

    Could the Saints deal Derek Carr before next season & This QB prospect is shooting up draft boards

    Could the New Orleans Saints be in search of their next quarterback? Late last week news broke of Saints QB Derek Carr's 2025 season being in jeopardy because of a bad shoulder. What does this mean for the Saints and any potential QB prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft? The Athletic's Senior Insider, Dianna Russini, reveals how sources around the Saints organization feel about Derek Carr's injury. Former NFL QB, Chase Daniel, reacts to the news and offers insights on the Saints situation.  The 2025 NFL Draft is just over a week away and one QB prospect is shooting up draft boards. Dianna reports that Louisville QB Tyler Shough is gaining interest among teams and one current NFL coach shared he thinks Shough is the best QB in this year's draft.  The buzz in college football is with now former Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava leaving the Volunteers program. Chase shares his in-depth analysis of this situation and the impact on the greater college football landscape. Dianna shares how those around the league feel about this situation.  And, finally, Dianna and Chase react to Rory McIlroy's historic Master's win from Sunday. Be a friend, tell a friend....subscribe to the channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 2m

  3. APR 11

    Have the Browns or Giants fallen in love with Travis Hunter & Dane Brugler breaks down 2025 NFL Draft

    The 2025 NFL Draft is two weeks away and there's still uncertainty near the top of the board. The Tennessee Titans appear to be locked in on former Miami Hurricanes QB Cam Ward. But the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants are still searching for answers. Could one of these teams fall in love with Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter? Or do like prefer Penn State defensive stud Abdul Carter? And will one of these reach for QB Shedeur Sanders? The Athletic's Senior NFL Writer and author of The Beast Dane Brugler joins Scoop City to break down several prospects in this year's draft.  Plus, Dianna Russini and Chase Daniel react to a video of New England Patriots Head Coach Mike Vrabel's first team meeting. Chase says he's experienced a number of new head coach speeches and was impressed with Vrabel's command of the room.  Plus, for the 89th time, The Masters returns. Dianna and Chase spend $10 on the famous course menu. Plus, they cook up their own champions dinner. Be a friend, tell a friend and subscribe to our channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 8m

  4. APR 8

    Why Titans, Shedeur Sanders canceled a workout & Is Cam Ward a lock at 1st overall?

    The 2025 NFL Draft is less than three weeks away and the top of the draft is still undecided, but we may have some clarity. The Tennessee Titans still own the number 1 overall pick (as of April 7th) and have agreed with Shedeur Sanders' camp to cancel their in-person workout. The Athletic's Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini shares insight from the Titans decision heading into the draft. Former NFL QB Chase Daniel reacts to the news that Shedeur won't meet with the Titans.  Elsewhere around the NFL, believe it or not, teams with first-year head coaches are beginning to hit the practice field for offseason workouts. Dianna and Chase examine teams entering OTAs and offer a stock up or stock down opinion on the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints, Las Vegas Raiders, New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys, and Jacksonville Jaguars. Plus will any first year coaches make a run at the playoffs? Chase offers his insight.  Dianna also puts Chase's scouting ability to test by attaching a superlative to rookie quarterbacks. Which QB has the biggest ceiling or is most intriguing? Chase weighs in on names like Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart, Kyle McCord, and Jalen Milroe.  Finally, Dianna shares a recent story about surprising her parents with a flight upgrade, but how she has to parent her parents now. As always, be a friend, tell a friend, and subscribe to our channel!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 8m

  5. APR 4

    Will the Cowboys extend Micah Parsons & Could the Tush Push get banned?

    The buzz coming out of the March NFL owners meeting is all about the Tush Push. After fascinating back alley politicking, support for the Packers' proposal was split down the middle. The league tabled a vote on the rule meaning there's more to come. The Athletic's Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini takes you inside the owners meeting and explains how we got to 50/50 support.  Plus, as the 2025 NFL Draft approaches how will the top of the draft shake out? Will the Cleveland Browns draft a quarterback at two overall? Or do they feel confident trading for Kirk Cousins? Would the Giants draft Shedeur Sanders if he fell to them at three? And sitting at 4th overall, the New England Patriots. With a new head coach in Mike Vrabel, where do the Patriots need to improve?  The Dallas Cowboys continue to make headlines. At the owners meeting, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones discussed the pending contact extension for All-Pro linebacker Micah Parsons. Is there concern the Cowboys won't be able to get a deal done with their star defensive player? Other teams in contract talks with key players, the San Francisco 49ers are currently in talks with quarterback Brock Purdy. 49ers owner Jed York called Purdy a top-10 QB in Kyle Shanahan's system. Plus, will the Cincinnati Bengals get a deal done with star defensive end Trey Hendrickson? Former NFL QB Chase Daniel offers insight on this ongoing situation.  Be a friend, tell a friend about Scoop City! And, don't forget to subscribe to our channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 12m

  6. MAR 31

    Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf hold offseason throwing session & Tush Push ban gaining momentum at owners meeting

    Former NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers is still a free agent and is deciding where to play if he plays in 2025. The Pittsburgh Steelers are among the teams vying for Rodgers’ services and newly acquired wide receiver DK Metcalf may be helping the recruiting process. He and Rodgers recently had a throwing session. The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini shares her insights on the throwing session and former NFL QB Chase Daniel reacts to the news. Dianna is in Palm Beach for the March NFL owners meeting and attended the coach’s breakfast. She shares unique insights from conversations with various head coaches and reacts to Mike Tomlin discussing the possibility of adding Rodgers to his quarterback room. Plus, with the 2025 NFL Draft less than a month away, what do the Tennessee Titans do with the first overall selection? Their organization recently had a large contingency present for Miami Hurricane’s QB Cam Ward’s Pro Day. However, the Titans remain open to potentially trading out of the top spot if the price is right. Other teams around the league in need of a quarterback are the Cleveland Browns. Jimmy Haslam admitted they made a mistake trading for Deshaun Watson. Dianna shares a trade for Kirk Cousins is possible for the Browns. The league has also been buzzing about the possibility of banning the Tush Push. The play, made famous by the Philadelphia Eagles, is under scrutiny at the owners’ meeting and up for a potential ban from the competition committee. Be a friend, tell a friend....Subscribe to our channel! Hosts: Dianna Russini, Chase Daniel Producer: Marissa Dunn Executive Producer: Stephen Bond Follow Scoop City on YouTube  Follow Dianna Russini: @DMRussini Follow Chase Daniel: @ChaseDaniel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

  7. MAR 28

    How does Russell Wilson impact Giants NFL Draft strategy + Is Cam Ward worthy of the number 1 pick?

    The New York Giants add to their quarterback room. Former Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson has landed in the Big Apple has the new quarterback of the Giants. The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini and former NFL QB Chase Daniel react to the signing. And, they discuss how signing Wilson will impact the Giants draft strategy. Plus, what does this mean for Aaron Rodgers? The former NFL MVP is down to two possible destinations: Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers. Earlier this week, former Miami Hurricanes quarterback Cam Ward held his Pro Day for NFL teams. The Tennessee Titans hold the top selection in the 2025 NFL Draft and had their general manager and head coach in attendance for Ward’s workout. The Cleveland Browns hold the second pick in this year’s draft and many are speculating who they will select. Penn State’s Abdul Carter and Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders are rumored to be of interest for the Browns. Finally, Dianna and Chase share some bizarre scenarios they’ve each encountered and how they’ve handled them. The two share some sage parenting tips and some blunders from raising children. Be a friend, tell a friend…Subscribe to our channel! Hosts: Dianna Russini, Chase Daniel Producer: Marissa Dunn Executive Producer: Stephen Bond Follow Scoop City on YouTube  Follow Dianna Russini: @DMRussini Follow Chase Daniel: @ChaseDaniel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 10m

  8. MAR 25

    How the Giants are preparing for 2025 NFL Draft + What’s the hold up with Aaron Rodgers and Steelers

    The 2025 NFL Draft is only a month away and the New York Giants hold the third overall selection. Giants Head Coach Brian Daboll and General Manager Joe Schoen are under pressure to deliver results in 2025. So, which position or player makes the most sense for New York? The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider, Dianna Russini, and former NFL QB, Chase Daniel, break down options for New York. This discussion comes after the Giants signed veteran QB Jameis Winston to a two-year contract. Elsewhere around the league, there’s growing speculation that Aaron Rodgers will end up signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last week the former NFL MVP flew to Pittsburgh and met with their coaching staff. The two sides did not come to an agreement. Dianna and Chase discuss the possibility of Rodgers signing in the Steel City. Plus, Dianna lays out possible scenarios from around the league for Chase to react to. Why are there still Brandon Aiyuk rumors? Would the San Francisco 49ers trade their top wide receiver? Will the Cincinnati Bengals come to an agreement with Trey Hendrickson? And, will Kirk Cousins be a starting quarterback in the NFL in 2025? Chase reacts to each scenario. And, back by popular demand, Too Much Internet. Be a friend, tell a friend…Subscribe to the channel! Hosts: Dianna Russini, Chase Daniel Producer: Marissa Dunn Executive Producer: Stephen Bond Follow Scoop City on YouTube  Follow Dianna Russini: @DMRussini Follow Chase Daniel: @ChaseDaniel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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For all the NFL conversation you’d ever want or need, there’s only one place to go: Scoop City, where there’s something for every football fan! The Athletic’s Senior NFL Insider Dianna Russini and longtime NFL quarterback Chase Daniel share inside information you need to know about your favorite team, discussions going on in and around the league - and some scoop on life. New episodes on Tuesdays and Fridays.

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