Scoop City: Inside The NFL

The NFL regular season is complete, the playoff field is set, and the coaching carousel is already spinning. On today’s episode of Scoop City, we break down everything that mattered from the Week 18 finish — how the final results locked in seeding, shaped the Wild Card Weekend matchups, and revealed which teams are entering the postseason with momentum and which ones raised new concerns.We run through the full playoff picture, including the Seahawks and Broncos securing the No. 1 seeds in the NFC and AFC, the Bears and Patriots locking up the No. 2 seeds, and how the rest of the bracket came together. Which top seed is actually the most dangerous? Which Wild Card team do we trust the most? And which playoff teams should be worried after ending the season in shaky fashion?From there, we turn our focus to the rapidly evolving NFL coaching cycle. With Pete Carroll fired by the Raiders, Kevin Stefanski out in Cleveland, and Raheem Morris dismissed in Atlanta, several high-profile jobs are now open. We discuss the most appealing vacancies, the top head coaching candidates and coordinators generating buzz, and which coaches make the most sense based on roster construction, quarterback situations, and organizational direction. Plus, why some teams — like the Bengals, Colts, and Ravens — are choosing continuity instead of change.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications as the NFL officially shifts from the regular season to playoff football.Which Wild Card team do you trust the most heading into the weekend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s truly at stake in Week 18 across the NFL? Which quarterbacks are rising at the perfect time — and which teams have everything to lose heading into the playoffs? Scoop City breaks down the biggest seeding battles, division title races, and QB storylines as the regular season reaches its dramatic finale.The NFC playoff picture comes down to a winner-take-all showdown in the NFC West. The Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers face off with the division title — and the No. 1 seed — on the line. Is Sam Darnold proving last season wasn’t a fluke, or is Brock Purdy’s ability to win with a depleted roster the most impressive QB story of 2025?The race for the No. 2 seed in the NFC is just as compelling. A Bears win over the Lions locks Chicago into a critical playoff position, while an Eagles win over the Commanders and a Bears loss gets Philly the spot instead. Should fans be more encouraged by Caleb Williams’ performance against the 49ers — or more concerned by Jalen Hurts’ second-half struggles against the Bills?In the AFC, the Ravens and Steelers collide with the AFC North title and the No. 4 seed on the line. After Baltimore’s Week 17 win and Pittsburgh’s stumble, should the Ravens stick with what worked — or adjust to better suit Lamar Jackson? And with DK Metcalf suspended and tight end Darnell Washington out, where can Aaron Rodgers find offense when it matters most?Plus, with the New Year approaching, Scoop City hands out New Year’s resolutions to playoff teams coming off tough losses. What needs to change for the Rams after a surprising defeat? What must Josh Allen and the Bills clean up after the failed two-point attempt in Philly? And how can the Packers build momentum after Malik Willis' heroic performance?We close things out with a how parenting has changed the New Year's holiday. We'll tell you who stayed up, who stayed out and who is stayed put.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay locked in for Week 18 and the start of the NFL postseason. Which Week 18 matchup are you most excited for? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should the Philadelphia Eagles be concerned about their offense? Did the Buffalo Bills make the right decision by going for two in their Week 17 loss to Philly? Can Brock Purdy carry the San Francisco 49ers to the Super Bowl? What do we need to know about the Week 18 matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens?The Philadelphia Eagles escaped Buffalo with a 13–12 win over the Bills. However, the Eagles’ performance left fans with questions. Jalen Hurts and Philly's unit were held to zero second-half completions and just 17 total yards. Is the Eagles' offense still a concern heading into the postseason?Did the Buffalo Bills make the correct decision by going for the win with a two-point conversion? The loss on Sunday lifted the New England Patriots to their first AFC East title since 2019. Can Josh Allen and the Bills win multiple road games to get to their first Super Bowl since the 1990s?Out west, the San Francisco 49ers continue to stack impressive wins. The 49ers exit Week 17 with a win over the Chicago Bears and a chance at the No. 1 seed. Brock Purdy has been impressive since returning from injury. Can Purdy carry the Niners to a Super Bowl?Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Which team do you think earns a first-round bye in each conference? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who can’t afford to slip up in Week 17? And which quarterbacks are separating themselves as the postseason approaches?Scoop City returns with James Palmer and Chase Daniel breaking down a loaded NFL slate as the holiday week of football brings massive playoff implications. With most postseason spots nearly locked in, James and Chase explain what still matters — from the race for the No. 1 seed to which teams could be dangerous once January arrives.Attention then turns to last-ditch efforts to save seasons, as the Ravens and Lions are fighting against the odds to make the playoffs. Chase shares which team he’s most disappointed in for potentially missing the postseason.Chase and James then dive into a huge matchup between the Texans and Chargers. What would a win mean for C.J. Stroud or Justin Herbert as they head toward the playoffs?The 49ers and Bears face off Sunday night, and San Francisco QB Brock Purdy continues to play some of the best football of his career. James and Chase explain what Purdy does so well that often goes unnoticed — from ball placement to timing to total control of the offense despite the 49ers’ mounting injuries.Then the quarterback conversation takes center stage. How close is Patriots QB Drake Maye to really winning an MVP? Chase details why Maye’s football intelligence, command of the offense, and late-game confidence have impressed people around the league.Chase and James both agree that Matthew Stafford’s play this season will secure the veteran his first MVP trophy. Chase explains how Stafford’s pre-snap work and coverage reads make him the best active true pocket passer in the game.Plus, James shares insight from inside the Jaguars’ locker room as Trevor Lawrence continues the best stretch of his season. With four straight games without an interception and 12 touchdowns over that span, Lawrence looks fully comfortable in Jacksonville’s offense — and the Jaguars are suddenly a team nobody wants to face.The episode closes with a holiday twist as James and Chase hand out “Stocking Stuffers” — under-the-radar players making playoff-level impacts, from elite offensive linemen to shutdown corners avoiding throws altogether.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Which quarterback has impressed you most heading into Week 17? Drop us a comment! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the New England Patriots the most dangerous team in the AFC? Did the Jacksonville Jaguars make Sunday's biggest statement against the Denver Broncos? Are the Chicago Bears a playoff threat in the NFC? Will the Carolina Panthers capture the NFC South title?Scoop City returns following a thrilling Week 16. The Athletic’s senior NFL insider Dianna Russini takes you inside the Patriots’ win over the Ravens on Sunday Night Football. Patriots QB Drake Maye bolstered his MVP résumé with an 11-point fourth-quarter comeback over Baltimore.Sunday’s other statement game happened in Denver, where the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Broncos. Scoop City co-host and NFL insider James Palmer shares insights from both locker rooms. Are the Jaguars an underrated AFC threat?On Saturday, the Chicago Bears continued to perform under pressure. Chicago came from behind to defeat the Green Bay Packers. Should we believe in this group in the postseason? James and Dianna discuss what the league thinks of this Bears team.Plus, the NFC South took an interesting turn, with Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers handing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers their third straight defeat. The Bucs have now lost six of their last seven games. Meanwhile, the Panthers have taken sole possession of first place in the NFC South with two games to play.Come for the Week 16 recap — stay for the worst Christmas songs. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay up to date on all things NFL with Scoop City.Drop an emoji to describe your team's Week 16 performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.