Episode 6. They say competition for starting spots in any sport breeds success. But in football, the Quarterback position in this regard is rather unique. We look back at one of the most compelling battles to be starting QB of all time: Joe Montana v Steve Young, two Hall Of Fame Quarterbacks who between them helped The San Francisco 49ers establish one of the greatest dynasties in NFL history.
Episode 5. In the final instalment of the Inside The Pocket series this offseason, the boys look at possibly the most iconic Head Coach in the history of the NFL. From struggling to get past racial stereotyping in his early career, to having so much success the Superbowl trophy is named after him, this pod dives deep into the makeup of the sport's ultimate winner - 'The Pope', aka Vince Lombardi. Enjoy!
Episode 4. Serious turns to sinister in the latest instalment of the Inside The Pocket series as the boys turn their attention to NFL scandals. Pushing the boundaries of fair play is common in most sports. It's how far you take it that distinguishes the blurred lines between gaining an edge and cheating. In this pod we look at three moments of the modern era that rocked the sport to it's core - Spygate, Bountygate & Deflategate, and debate whether or not the punishments fit the crimes. Just how much cheating is too much cheating?
Episode 3. The lads get serious once more and trundle back to the early 80's, exploring the crazy world of Iron Mike Ditka. A face like a fist and a mouth like a sailor, Ditka was as boisterous as he was talented. From Hall of Fame Tight End to Superbowl wining Head Coach, we discuss what it is that drove such an angry man to success, and whether his confrontational style could ever work in the modern game. Enjoy!
Episode 2. The boys get serious once more as they reconvene their "Inside The Pocket" series, this week looking into the filthy world of franchise relocation. A foreign concept to us Brits, it's a phenomena sadly all too common in the history of the NFL. From an owner moving because his wife wanted to live by the beach to a team leaving town under the cover of darkness, everything is on the table, including the future of Si's beloved Chargers and what The Raiders have in store when they head to Las Vegas. Enjoy!
Episode 1. The boys launch a new series of podcasts aimed at looking back at the iconic characters and biggest moments of American Football, and what makes the NFL the beautiful sport that we all know & love today. Where else to start but one of the most memorable of them all - Al Davis & The Oakland Raiders. Enjoy!
Episode 257. Brady bows out, Flores lights the fuse, and coaches find new homes. Plus a look ahead to Super Bowl 56 this Sunday. Enjoy!
