GREEN BAY, Wisc. — Forty-eight hours ahead of wild-card weekend, make sure all chores are completed and your schedule is clear. There’s a very good chance you won’t be that interested in leaving your recliner. The NFL playoffs begin Saturday and I cannot remember a better slate to kick things off. It’s a blend of future Hall of Famers, revenge games, inclement weather, brewing upsets and fan bases that’ve been dying to host a playoff game. Love from Hagemeister Park in downtown Green Bay, here’s the latest Go Long Show. My co-host has worked in the front offices of these playoff teams, too.* Patrick Mahomes vs. Tua Tagovailoa, and the long-term implications. * What does Jim Schwartz have cookin’ for rookie C.J. Stroud? The environment will be electric in Houston.* Packers-Cowboys. Does Monos see the same thing as Bob McGinn?* Why Monos is in on the Los Angeles Rams. He sees some damning numbers concerning the upstart Lions. * Weather could get funky in KC and Buffalo. Mike Tomlin finds ways to keep games close, too. But the Bills prepared for a game like this offense. * The Philadelphia Eagles are a disaster at the worst time. * Wink Martindale shows us all why the “mutual parting of ways” is never so eloquent. * Pete Carroll became the last man at the party dancing. Good on Seattle for making a tough decision in the best interest of the franchise.The Go Long Show is accessible here and everywhere you pod, including Apple and Spotify.Audio is above. Video is below. Thanks, all.ICYMI, here is Brett Favre on Jordan Love, why he sees the Packers as a dangerous team, Cowboys memories, seeing “ghosts,” and what’s possibly be going through Mike McCarthy’s mind knowing one loss could prompt Jerry Jones to fire him: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comGREEN BAY, Wisc. — This weekend marks a historic new chapter. Jordan Love makes his first playoff start against the Dallas Cowboys and — at this rate? — the Green Bay Packers just may be on a fast track toward a half-century of quarterback harmony.Absurd in the NFL. Entire franchises spin on the hamster wheel for a generation.A perfect time to check back in with the icon behind the renaissance of the franchise: Brett Favre. The three-time MVP has a lot to say on this episode of “FAVRE.” Go Long also flew to Wisconsin this week for reporting that’ll roll out over the coming days and weeks. On this episode, Favre is unplugged on many topics:* Jordan Love. He’s a believer… and then some. Favre is effusive in his praise, right down to the new QB’s “cool, calm and collective” manner. He sees teammates who want to fight for him, too. (“Jordan has the team on his back. They love him. … I think the guy’s legit. I think they hit a home run.”)* Remember the photos that NBC put side-by-side during the Packers-Vikings game? Yes, Favre sees himself in Love, and explains why that particular throw is so, so difficult to pull off. * He views the Packers as the most dangerous team in the NFC. (“They can beat anyone.”)* The cold. Favre enjoyed playing in Lambeau’s frigid chill — to a point. (He didn’t own an ice scraper, either.)* Is Mike McCarthy’s job on the line with a loss? There’s a lot of pressure on Dallas. Mainly because coaching under Jerry Jones is a different beast. Favre still has a relationship with his former coach and explains what’s likely going through McCarthy’s mind into this game. * Speaking of, how would Favre describe his relationship with McCarthy. It didn’t end well in ‘08. * Packers-Cowboys memories. This was the team that owned Favre’s Packers in the early 90s. He looks back at the psychology of trying to overcome Aikman, Emmitt, Irvin and the mighty Cowboys. Specifically, a ‘95 NFC Championship Game for the ages.* Seeing “ghosts.” It’s a phrase we hear often, but Favre articulates exactly what it means. He certainly saw ‘em and knows Dallas will try their best to confuse Love. Subscribers can access the full hour-plus in audio above or video below.You can also listen wherever you pod by syncing up your RSS feed above.Thanks for listening/viewing, all. Full video:

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comTrusty co-host Bob McGinn does not make predictions. He didn’t as my colleague at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and usually steers clear of grandiose prognostications here at Go Long. Until now.Yes, McGinn sees the seventh-seeded Green Bay Packers winning in Dallas this weekend. It’ll be close. He expects many points scored. But you won’t want to miss …

Bills-Dolphins. This AFC East title game is loaded with drama from both points of view.Stefon Diggs could combust for 150 yards and two touchdowns. To reach the Super Bowl, Buffalo unquestionably needs their star wide receiver — in full. This game could also serve as a tipping point for a messy offseason. Much is at stake.Jordan Love vs. Justin Fields. Is the Green Bay Packers quarterback capable of overcoming a potential defensive calamity? Whereas last season’s Week 18 game at Lambeau Field felt like The End, this one could be The Beginning of something special. The grass was always green on the other side.How should the Chicago Bears, armed with the No. 1 pick, proceed at quarterback? Fields has played better of late, but let’s not forget the tension from earlier this season. It was telling. And it’s worth noting the revamped power structure. The Philadelphia Eagles’ sinking ship.Miami’s injuries.Aaron Rodgers theatrics.Everything is discussed on our latest Happy Hour with Go Long subscribers from across the country. Thank you to everyone who carved out an hour and a half on a Friday night — sharp questions/thoughts the entire session. We’ll record many more of these into the offseason. What a great chance for us to hang out — often with a former NFL player, too. This episode, my podcast co-host Jim Monos joined the call and shared his always-excellent insight. You’ll get a front-office perspective on all the above. Audio is available here at Go Long, and in the Apple and Spotify podcast feeds. Paid subscribers always have access to join all Zoom Happy Hours. Is there a player you would like to hang out with? Let me know at golongtd@gmail.com, and I’ll track him down. Thanks, all. Past Happy Hours: * Our chat on "The McDermott Problem"* Steve Calhoun (Jordan Love’s private QB coach) * John Hansen* Andrew Brandt* Peter King* Warren Moon* Isaiah McKenzie* Bob McGinn* Rob Johnson* Jamal Lewis* T.J. Lang* Jamaal Williams* Stevie Johnson* Richie Incognito* Wyatt Teller* Doug Whaley* Isaiah Likely* Stevie Johnson* Eric Wood* LeRoy Butler* Bob McGinn & Jim Monos* Quincy Avery* Erik Kramer* Frank Winters* Olin Kreutz* Peter King* Johnathan Franklin* Steve Calhoun* Jim Monos* Jace Sternberger* Doug Whaley* Isaiah McKenzie* Andy Janovich* Vince Williams* Ryan Leaf & Steve Tasker* Joshua Harris* D’Wayne Eskridge* Allen Robinson This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comOne game to go, the Green Bay Packers just might’ve become one of the most dangerous offenses in the NFL. Jordan Love toyed with the Minnesota Vikings throughout this 33-10 blowout.Beat the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field and they’re in the playoffs at 9-8.Here on the “Ty & Bob Pod,” we have an overdue disagreement on the general manager central to the e…

Fans chanted “We Want Justin!” Players repeat that Justin Fields is their quarterback.But this is also why players play, coaches coach, fans fan and GMs GM. It’s much more complicated for the Chicago Bears. Here on the Go Long Show — with longtime NFL personnel man Jim Monos — we analyze the major quarterback decisions ahead. The Bears own the No. 1 overall pick and a chance to draft USC’s Caleb Williams. Would they really pass this up to keep Fields? Also, the Pittsburgh Steelers are riding the hot hand with Mason Rudolph. Where does this leave 2022 first-rounder Kenny Pickett? He doesn’t seem too pleased with Mike Tomlin’s decision. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints are stuck with Derek Carr in 2024 and… it’s getting messy in Denver. Very messy. Monos can relate to a team telling a quarterback with injury guarantees to sit. His Buffalo Bills did the same thing with Tyrod Taylor in 2016. We take another stroll down (bad) memory lane. Audio is above. Video is below. We’ll be recording another episode later this week to preview the game of the week: Buffalo at Miami. Game No. 272 could be a defining moment for the Bills.Speaking of Fields, here’s how the NFL scouting community viewed the mobile quarterback out of Ohio State. Is he a “knockoff Cam Newton” or the QB who “pushed Burrow out of a job?” Three years in, the Bears must decide. Go Long is your home for longform journalism in pro football. Thanks to all for joining our community.New readers/listeners: Upon subscribing you’ll gain access to our series, “The McDermott Problem.” All links are right here: * Part I: Blame Game* Part II: Lost in translation* Part III: Let Josh be Josh This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Even with that dud vs. the Baltimore Ravens, it’s safe to declare the San Francisco 49ers the team to beat in the NFC. Is there a team capable of stunning Kyle Shanahan’s crew in the postseason? That’s central to our NFC discussion this Saturday morning on the Go Long Show. Dallas has the talent. Philadelphia reached the Super Bowl last season. Detroit is exorcising demons.But is there another team out there capable of sneaking up on everyone? Baker Mayfield has the Tampa Bay Buccaneers primed to win the NFC South. The Bucs called their shot at Go Long ahead of this season — from Carlton Davis to the rest who believed. Mayfield should be the Comeback Player of the Year. Elsewhere, Sean McVay has faced Shanahan many times and Matthew Stafford won a Super Bowl just two years ago. The Rams are heating up at the right time. Thanks for listening and sharing, everyone. (Here’s the Marcell Dareus story referenced, too.)Audio is above. Video is below. You can find the Go Long Podcast everywhere you pod, including Apple and Spotify. Go Long is powered by you. Thank you for joining our community.Stories/Podcasts from the week, icymi:* ‘You only get one life:’ The Juice Scruggs vantage point* Erik Kramer Q&A: 'I’m here to help people'* Ty & Bob Pod: The Jaire Alexander Fiasco, explained (it's bad)* 1 on 1 Pod: Erik Kramer and "The Ultimate Comeback"* Go Long Show: AFC Wellness Check* Jordan Love is the answer at QB. Now, about everything else… This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comThat escalated quickly.The Green Bay Packers supplied the NFL’s bombshell this week by suspending cornerback Jaire Alexander one week for conduct detrimental to the team. In the team’s ugly 33-30 win over the lowly Carolina Panthers, Alexander elected himself a captain and nearly blew the coin toss by saying the Packers wanted to play defense first… ins…

This life story is almost too outrageous to believe. I first connected with Erik Kramer ahead of our launch of Go Long in 2020. He was eager to share everything that’s happened in his life since football. It’s unfathomable. He lost his son to a heroin overdose. He lost both of his parents. He attempted to take his own life, even pulling the trigger inside of a hotel room. Miraculously, Kramer survived. Major surgery was a success, but it took Kramer’s brain a full five years to wake up. While it was impossible for outsiders to tell, he had the mental capacity of a 6-year-old. And that’s when he nearly lost himself again. Kramer was coerced into a sham marriage and says he lost about $700,000.The former NFL quarterback detailed it all in our three-part series, The Fight For Erik Kramer’s Life. (Then again on a Happy Hour with subscribers.)Now, you can learn about Kramer’s entire life from Kramer himself. His autobiography — “The Ultimate Comeback” — has officially hit the shelves. You can purchase a copy on Amazon and everywhere books are sold. It’s fantastic. It’s the definition of a page-turner in this genre. So, for our next 1-on-1 podcast here at Go Long, we welcome back Kramer. His rise as a quarterback in this sport is wild itself. Kramer didn’t even start in high school… was a backup in need of an epiphany at the JUCO level… shined at N.C. State… got his shot as a “scab” during the NFL strike… bartended with a side of football in the CFL… and finally got his shot with the Detroit Lions after calling every team’s main-line phone number in a media guide. Here’s the audio and video of conversation on the podcast. I’ll post the text later today.Go Long is your home for longform journalism in pro football. Thank you for joining our community. The Fight For Erik Kramer’s Life…Part I: A MiraclePart II: VictimizedPart III: A new manSimilar conversations with former players: Ryan Leaf wants to save NFL players' lives: 'You're not alone'What is the future of football? Chad Brown has many thoughts... (Text Q&A)Drew Bledsoe lived the beauty and pain of pro football (Text Q&A)Matt Hasselbeck learned to believe (Text Q&A)'Pain is glory:' DeVier Posey is the true football journeyWhy Lee Smith is the Great American Tight End StoryAlex Green escapes the abyssThe tenacity of Terence NewmanQuincy Carter was an addict. His life? “Hell.”Rashad Jennings’ 180Ahman Green was born to be a Packers running backKurt Warner and the power of beliefConcussions, Flutiemania, a “Miracle.” Rob Johnson relives it all.Edgerrin James: “I was made to play football.” Trent Dilfer: From “terrible” teammate to Super Bowl champ to QB Renaissance ManThe impossible life of LeRoy ButlerWhy we should put Ronde Barber’s name right with Charles WoodsonDon Beebe still gets letters on the “Leon Lett Play” every dayDarren Woodson opens up on avoiding gangs, wild Cowboys days, depression, finding purposeMario Butler's father was murdered in the most unspeakable way. This is what Butler did next.Bruce Smith is still seizing the dayDonte Whitner thrived in a “scary place” This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Two weeks to go, clarity is low. Very low.This is exactly when you want to be looking your best as a Super Bowl contender, yet it’s hard to make sense of any teams on a week-to-week basis — especially in the AFC.Without question, 2023 is the best shot teams have had at dethroning the Kansas City Chiefs since Patrick Mahomes assumed power. Even one AFC team that has upset KC (the Bengals) is missing its star quarterback.We try to make sense of it all on the “Go Long Show.” Once again, I’m joined by former NFL personnel man Jim Monos. Buffalo won an ugly 24-22 affair in L.A. against the JV Chargers. A true get-in-and-get-out game. Considering how this AFC is shaking out, wins are imperative… however you get ‘em. The Cleveland Browns will bring a special defense to the dance. Lamar Jackson’s numbers aren’t eye-popping but there’s a good chance he wins MVP again. The Ravens have the toughest roster, pound for pound. And let’s not forget about the Miami Dolphins. The team with the most yards (4,126) and most points (463) this 2023 season needed to learn how to grime out a win vs. a playoff team. This was an impressive finish against Dallas. Miami and Buffalo may be on quite a collision course in the regular-season finale. Audio and video of this episode are both available in this post, and at Apple, Spotify, everywhere you pod. Thanks, all.ICYMI… * Jordan Love is the answer at QB. Now, about everything else…* 'Keep dreaming, baby!' Why the Cincinnati Bengals can contend with Jake Browning* Our 3rd Annual All-Old School Team! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comBaker Mayfield torched the Green Bay Packers — at Lambeau Field — with an all-time performance. This level of domination gets people fired. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback went 22 of 28 for 381 yards with four touchdowns, no picks and a perfect 158.3 rating in a 34-20 win. Green Bay is now 6-8. The defensive coordinator’s seat is 500 degrees.Yet, t…

Through his career in Wisconsin, ‘12 to ‘18, Mike Daniels won a lot of games. He was not the norm at defensive tackle, bullying offensive linemen at all of 6-foot-nothing. Beyond his impressive numbers, a Pro Bowl bid and high PFF grades, Daniels was also the player forever trying to inject toughness into the Green Bay Packers’ defense. Other teams considered this unit “soft,” and it pained him to his core. So, he was loud. Very loud.Daniels jawed with opposing players. (And coaches.)Daniels never held back in interviews with us in the media. One year, ‘13, he said the Packers needed to start choking people and punching them in their throat. The next, Daniels vowed to hit teammates before they take the field to play meaner. Anyone who watched this team knows, the bombast was always needed. Despite boasting an MVP-caliber quarterback in Aaron Rodgers and weapons galore, Green Bay’s defense often collapsed in the big game. Wondering why the Packers didn’t win a Super Bowl after 2010? This conversation will help crystallize everything. (He knows his attitude wasn’t for everybody in the building. The atmosphere was different in Green Bay.)Mike Daniels does not hold back and he’s seeing many of the same problems today.When I was at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Daniels once took us through an MMA training day for a story — he’s still the same guy. With Daniels, there’s never much of a need to ask questions. He’s got a lot to say. After Green Bay, Daniels played for the Lions and Bengals. He saw Matt Patricia’s cold coaching up close and he was the one giving inspiring speeches through Cincinnati’s Super Bowl run in 2021. This Go Long Podcast episode is available above, as well as Apple, Spotify and everywhere you get pods.Video is below. I’ll post the transcript later today if that’s preferable. Thanks, all.Go Long is your home for independent longform journalism. Subscribers have access to all team deep dives, all player profiles, all podcasts. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

They shocked the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day. They slayed the defending champions and Patrick Mahomes.So, of course, the red-hot Green Bay Packers would fall victim to the Tommy DeVito-led New York Giants on Monday Night Football. What happened? Our Hall-of-Fame scribe Bob McGinn dissects the 24-22 loss here on the Ty & Bob Pod. There’s plenty of blame to go around, Jordan Love to Joe Barry. McGinn has been high on these Packers but this loss struck quite a blow. Also, the Detroit Lions’ decline continued with a 28-13 loss to Chicago. Where has Dan Campbell’s crew regressed? Position to position, McGinn explains. Full audio is above.Miss the Go Long Show? That episode with Jim Monos is also live.Thank you for subscribing, listening and sharing Go Long. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Back at the scene of “13 Seconds,” Sean McDermott earned a win he will never forget. It saved the Buffalo Bills’ season, too. We take the conversation to the Go Long Show podcast with co-host Jim Monos.New readers/listeners: Monos served as a scout with the Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints before taking over as the director of personnel with the Buffalo Bills (2013- ‘17), where he helped lead the head-coaching search that netted McDermott. Monos brings a very unique perspective — and takes you through the entire hiring process, their relationship, why he believes the head coach structured everything the right way. We dive into my three-part series, “The McDermott Problem,” and it’s aftermath locally, as well as the head coach’s strengths/weaknesses, the Josh Allen Super Bowl Window and explore how this all ends for both the 2023 edition of the Bills and McDermott. As always you can catch the Go Long Show right here and everywhere you get pods, including Apple and Spotify. A video replay is below. All three parts of the series are linked below for Go Long subscribers. Thanks, everyone. Part I: Blame GamePart II: Lost in translationPart III: Let Josh be Josh This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comGood morning, readers.And to our new subscribers, thank you for making Go Long part of your life. In light of our series on The McDermott Problem, it seemed like a perfect time for us to get together for another Happy Hour on Zoom. The full 2+ hours are available above for subscribers. Let’s definitely gather for more of these hangouts in th…

As the New York Jets continue to crumble, the feeling of vindication must be very, very sweet for the Green Bay Packers after their most impressive victory of the season against the defending champions.Jordan Love outplayed Patrick Mahomes.The playoffs — and more? — are in sight. The Packers have many winnable games ahead.For Love, beating the Chiefs must’ve been extra special, too. He took that first start against KC hard in 2021. We break down everything Packers-Chiefs and everything Lions-Saints right here with our longtime scribe Bob McGinn. Go Long is completely powered by you. Thank you for joining our community. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Chad Brown needed to vent and explain and share his perspective in a platform beyond social media. Last Sunday, the mass public debated Tom Brady’s comments on football devolving into mediocrity with Alex Smith as the tip of the spear. And, out of the blue, I received a text. The longtime NFL linebacker Brown wanted to chat about this all. It’s hard to imagine a more qualified voice. Out of Colorado, in ‘93, Brown immediately joined the bloodthirsty “Blitzburgh” gang in Pittsburgh — Brown previously shared stories from those days with us for this piece on The Steelers Linebacker. His career lasted 15 seasons and 188 games, from 1993 to 2007. Brown totaled 79 sacks and 17 forced fumbles, earning three Pro Bowl bids. He also finished fourth in the Defensive Player of the Year voting in 1996. After that run alongside Greg Lloyd, Kevin Greene and co. in Pittsburgh, Brown played for the Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots and the Steelers again.But his perspective stretches beyond his career as a player. Brown has been inside the league offices. Brown has worked with modern coaching staffs. He’s familiar with every side of this debate and, these days, works in sports media. There’s a good chance you’ve heard Brown on the national radio airwaves.What’s the future of football? He’s got a lot to say. Man, I loved this conversation. Audio is above. Video is below. You can also access the Go Long Podcast on Apple, Spotify and everywhere you get your pods. Also, I’ll share the written Q&A of our conversation later today. Go Long covers pro football through a longform lens. Our aim? To lift up the curtain on how this sport truly works. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

No longer is it a foregone conclusion that the Detroit Lions will run away with the NFC North. With a convincing victory on Thanksgiving Day, the Green Bay Packers didn’t only pull themselves back into the playoff race — they’ve got a shot to catch the Lions. Ahead, they’ll host the Chiefs, Buccaneers and Bears and travel to the Giants, Panthers and Vikings. Starting, first, with the defending champs. However this 2023 season shakes out, Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst must love what they see in their new franchise quarterback. On the Ty & Bob Pod — with our resident Hall of Fame sports writer Bob McGinn — we again explore the NFC North in great detail. * How Jordan Love shredded the Lions secondary.* Dan Campbell isn’t hitting the panic button. He always knows exactly what to say.* It’ll be hard to pull Jonathan Owens off the field, regardless of who’s healthy at safety.* How the Packers’ defensive front beat up the Lions’ mighty O-Line. Penei Sewell allowed six pressures — unheard of. Campbell has pegged Sewell the best player on the entire roster. * There’s still hope in Detroit to go the distance. Don’t bail yet. McGinn explains.* Did the clock strike midnight on Joshua Dobbs? This was ugly. * You heard it here first: The Chicago Bears roster is better than most think — at least on defense. They got after Minnesota.* A look back at a 2007 Packers-Chiefs game at Arrowhead and, more specifically, why Tony Gonzalez doesn’t get the love he deserves. Gosh, did I gain a whole new appreciation for the tight end working on “Blood and Guts.” He forced the sport to change, even if it meant a near-brawl with Mike Mularkey.You can listen to the show here at GoLongTD.com and everywhere you pod, including Apple and Spotify, by linking up your account. Thanks, everyone.Also, icymi, Brett Favre had a lot to say about Love, the Packers and the state of the football in lieu of Tom Brady’s criticism. Go Long is your home for longfom journalism. Subscribers can access everything. Thank you for joining our community: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Brett Favre, like you, watched the Green Bay Packers’ Thanksgiving Day win over the Detroit Lions.The Hall of Famer, like you, certainly was impressed with Jordan Love.On this episode of “FAVRE,” we get into plenty:* It’s hunting season. Favre shares one crazy story from the woods. He can laugh about it now but — holy heck — he was panicking then. * Jordan Love. What stands out most? Favre sees teammates who truly believe.* His own breakthrough moment as an NFL quarterback took place in Detroit. Favre relives a wild card classic. * Football today. Tom Brady made waves last week in describing the quality of play as mediocre. What does Favre think? He knows fans love seeing the heavyweight boxer who gets clobbered to the canvas, and keeps getting up. A lively episode today. Audio is above. (You can also link your subscription with Apple by clicking “Listen On.”)Video is below. Thanks for listening and sharing. Go Long is 100 percent fueled by you. New here? We’d love to have you join our community.Subscribers can access everything.Previous episodes of FAVRE:* Ep 1: Reliving an unforgettable moment in NFL history* Ep 2: Bar fights, throat-slashes and the car crash that could've killed him* Ep 3: The unique attrition of football* Ep 4: Time for Jordan Love to make ‘chicken salad’ out of ‘chicken shit’Our Friday Feature, ICYMI: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

For decades, there’s typically been nothing for Detroit Lions fans to get excited about on Thanksgiving Day. Dan Campbell has ushered in a new reality with an 8-2 club in pursuit of the NFC’s top seed. What planet are we on again? The hype is real this season.Times have changed and Ford Field will be rocking on Thanksgiving Day.And yet — ever so steadily — the Green Bay Packers’ offense has awoken from its slumber. This should be a different team with a different quarterback than the Lions faced at Lambeau Field earlier this season. Jordan Love had the finest game of his young career in the Packers’ 23-20 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, completing 27 of 40 passes for 322 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions. Now, he’ll enter his most hostile environment to date.That being said, as Bob McGinn details on this week’s episode, there should be opportunities for Love in the secondary. We review a trio of NFC North games and look ahead. Audio is embedded above and available everywhere you pod. (To sync up your Apple account, just click “Listen On” adjacent to the audio player.)Go Long is your home for longform journalism. Subscribers can access all stories and all podcasts. We are completely supported by you.Also, as a reminder, VIP subscribers can ask Hall of Famer Brett Favre anything on “FAVRE.” We’ll be recording another episode Friday AM. Upgrade to VIP status and you’ll also receive a Go Long sweatshirt (hoodie or crew) and a signed copy of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football.” Previous episodes: * Ep 1: Reliving an unforgettable moment in NFL history* Ep 2: Bar fights, throat-slashes and the car crash that could've killed him* Ep 3: The unique attrition of football* Ep 4: Time for Jordan Love to make ‘chicken salad’ out of ‘chicken shit’ This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Book hotels accordingly. Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs will host the conference championship game. It’s a rite of passage at this point. Joe Burrow was won at Arrowhead, but now… Joe Burrow (wrist) is done for the season. So, we wonder: Which team can realistically dethrone the Chiefs?A new “Go Long Show” is live.Audio is above. Video is below. And you can always catch this podcast at Apple, Spotify, everywhere you pod. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Detroit Lions are rolling. Behind Dan Campbell’s fourth-down bravado, they improved to 7-2 with a 41-38 win in Los Angeles. Kudos to those Lions fans filling SoFi Stadium, too. Minnesota isn’t far behind — miraculously — with Joshua Dobbs. Green Bay? It was another week, another blah three-hour performance. Jordan Love enjoyed his best game, but it wasn’t enough. The Packers are still young and still cannot finish. Here’s another close look at the NFC North with Bob McGinn.This podcast episode is available above, and on Apple and Spotify. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

God bless everyone who stayed up to watch the Chicago Bears’ 16-13 win over the Carolina Panthers last night.Ugly does not do this game justice. Tyson Bagent, the undrafted quarterback out of Shepherd College, the son of an arm-wrestling champ defeated Bryce Young… the No. 1 overall pick out of Alabama. Of course, the state of these two teams runs deeper than this. We discuss on the Go Long Show with co-host Jim Monos, a man who’s lived through many ups and downs in NFL front offices. The Panthers have too many cooks in the coaching kitchen. For more on how the 2023 quarterback dominoes fell, here’s our feature from last month. We also discuss Sam Howell and the Washington Commanders. He’s making a strong case to the The Guy. Joe Theismann believes. Finally, we take a look at the struggling Buffalo Bills and why the problems are not on offense. The loss in Cincinnati was a reality check.You can listen to the podcast above, as well as on Apple and Spotify.Video is below. Thanks, everyone.Go Long is your home for longform journalism. When you refer a friend, you’ll gain rewards. * Get a 1 month comp for 3 referrals* Get a 3 month comp for 5 referrals* Get a 6 month comp for 25 referralsNew here? We’d love to have you join our community today. Remember to download the Substack app and turn notifications on. Each Sunday, you can chat with fellow Go Long readers from around the world: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Football creates true bonds, true brotherhoods that last forever. Perhaps the sport’s greatest redeeming quality.Football can also lead to lifelong health problems. To the mind and body. “Once a Giant: A Story of Victory, Tragedy and Life After Football” captures this balance as well as any NFL book I’ve read. It was a pleasure chatting with the book’s author, the great Gary Myers, for this podcast episode. The Bill Parcells, Mark Bavaro and Harry Carson stories are equal parts chilling and uplifting. Audio is above. Video is below. Be sure to purchase your copy of “Once a Giant” everywhere books are sold — here’s the Amazon link. You can follow Gary on X @GaryMyersNY.Thanks, everyone.I’ll aim to have more conversations with authors, too. The holidays are around the corner and nothing beats a good book as a gift. “Once a Giant” is a great place to start.Go Long is your home for longform journalism in pro football. New here? Free and pay subscriptions are both available: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There were far better football games to consume on Sunday than the Green Bay Packers’ 20-6 win over the Los Angeles Rams but, goodness, did Matt LaFleur, Jordan Love and the gang need this one. Aaron Jones was himself again, and it showed.The Rasul Douglas trade is already paying off with the Packers’ young defensive backs getting invaluable playing time. Everything comes with a BRC, “Brett Rypien Caveat.” The season’s not dead yet and a winnable game at Pittsburgh is next.We discuss it all on the podcast with Bob McGinn. As a reminder, subscribers to Go Long can access all stories in addition to all podcasts. 'Does he have that something special?' Kurt Warner dissects QB Jordan LoveFAVRE: Time for Jordan Love to make ‘chicken salad’ out of ‘chicken shit’Miss last week’s show? You can listen to that episode here.Also: When you refer a friend to Go Long, you can start earning discounts yourself. * Get a 1 month comp for 3 referrals* Get a 3 month comp for 5 referrals* Get a 6 month comp for 25 referrals This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

These are times in Green Bay. After three decades of quarterback play and perennial contention, the future a total unknown. The 2023 Packers are 2-5Jordan Love has 10 games to prove he’s the quarterback of the future. So, let’s check in with the player who revitalized the franchise itself.On Episode 4 of “FAVRE,” three-time MVP Brett Favre examines the state of the organization, and a lot more:* The problems in Green Bay run deep. What does he see? * How is Love performing? * The challenge of trying to win with so much youth. Favre knows he was lucky to have Sterling Sharpe at wide receiver to begin his Packers career.* knew Doug Pederson would be a great NFL head coach.* His relationship with his father. He never heard “I love you” or “I’m proud of you” from his Dad. * His relationship with his daughters. He’s been open to both about his addiction to alcohol and pain pills. * Connecting with the fans on a deeper levelhy th meant more to Favre than any statistic accolade. VIP members at Go Long can join recordingto ask Favre questions. Upgrade here to founding tier for this access, a Go Long sweatshirt and a copy of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football.” Audio is above with video below. Previous episodes of “FAVRE” below:Ep 1: Reliving an unforgettable moment in NFL historyEp 2: Bar fights, throat-slashes and the car crash that could've killed himEp 3: The unique attrition of football This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

By the end of this week’s “Ty & Bob Pod” podcast episode, our longtime scribe had the 1988 newspapers out. It’s been that long since the Green Bay Packers offense was this anemic in the first half of games. That cold stretch under Lindy Infante sure mirrors this one under Matt LaFleur.Now, there’s a Halloween scare.You may start to see empty… This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

One and a half seasons in, the Las Vegas Raiders have only gotten worse.Out is GM Dave Ziegler. Out is head coach Josh McDaniels.Obviously, the Raiders franchise has been a joke for a while now. But as we delve into this episode of the Go Long Show, change was needed. A flawed quarterback plan, an abomination of a defense and losses like the one we all saw on Monday night against the Detroit Lions demand accountability.Also, what does the addition of Leonard Fournette mean in Buffalo? Co-host Jim Monos recalls scouting Fournette out of LSU.And what does the opposite of everything Raiders resemble? It’s the Detroit Lions, where the head coach and GM have made a series of correct decisions.Brian Daboll sure would love that fourth and 1 back vs. the Jets. We’ve seen many coaching mistakes halfway through the season. Monos also explains why Philadelphia Eagles tackle Jordan Mailata is Victor Wembanyama.Audio is embedded above and the video is below. Thanks, all.Miss our column Tuesday? This is a defining moment for Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh Steelers.Go Long is completely powered by our readers. We cover pro football through a longform lens. Also, join our Deadline Chat discussion inside the Substack App… This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There is too much happening in the NFC North to jam our weekly discussion into one post.Miss Part I? Here’s a lengthy chat on the state of the stammering Green Bay Packers. For Part II, we begin with the Baltimore Ravens’ throttling of the Detroit Lions. One week ago, we were crowning the Lions as contenders. Dan Campbell’s crew, as co-host Bob McGinn eloquently puts it, had their brains handed to them by the Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Was this a one-week fluke? A bad omen? It’s complicated. We discuss. And, holy, did the Minnesota Vikings make an NFC statement by upsetting the mighty San Francisco 49ers, 22-17. Without his star receiver, Justin Jefferson, quarterback Kirk Cousins was exceptional in a primetime spot. Jordan Addison introduced himself to the country. And blitz-happy Brian Flores hinted that this is a new day for the Vikings defense. Go Long spent time around the Vikings in training camp. They were optimistic about 2023 — eager to prove that was substance to all those one-score wins a year ago. The life-saving K.J. Osborn is one player who brings this team’s spirit to life, too.After a 1-4 start, the Vikes are now 3-4 and should be thinking about contending. This season. With Cousins.Finally, we wrap with Eagles-Dolphins talk and another “McGinn Memory.” Thanks, everyone. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comNo win on the road is a gimmie. But, for the Green Bay Packers, this was supposed to be the breezy lull in the schedule. Jimmy Garoppolo’s Raiders? Russell Wilson’s Broncos? They couldn’t have gotten these two clubs at a better time. Both wins were the Packers’ grasp and they let ‘em slip away. Instead of heading into their NFC North matchup vs. the Min…

Mac Jones and Mike Gesicki doing The Griddy at the end of a game-winning drive certainly was not on the bingo card of even the most tortured Buffalo Bills fans. An alleged “get-right game” was anything but for the 4-3 Bills. Could this simply be an average team with an average defensive mind? There’s much to be written on this 2023 season, but the pressure’s building on head coach Sean McDermott. Injuries aren’t an excuse, especially when Bill Belichick managed to pressure Josh Allen on 41 percent of downs without key starters. (Including Matthew Judon.)We try to make sense of it all here on the Go Long Show with co-host and longtime NFL exec Jim Monos. Also, some thoughts on the horrendous officiating staining pro football games, those Pittsburgh Steelers finding ways to win in the fourth quarter and a thought on offensive line play in light of Tyrod Taylor and Tyson Bagent earning wins. Of course, the main focus is on the Bills and that precarious Super Bowl window. You can listen to our flagship podcast above, or on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, everyone you pod.Subscribers can access all three podcasts at Go Long, in addition to all stories. Video is below: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Few remember the level of ugly to a victory in the NFL. Few will be able to recall just how close the Buffalo Bills were to near-disaster against the New York Giants. But right now, this is a team lost in the woods.The good news? It’s mid-October. Week 7. There’s plenty of time for the Bills to dust off a compass and find their way out. We examine the state of the team on this episode of the Go Long Show. Co-host Jim Monos, the team’s former director of personnel, offers his unique perspective as always. Also…* Lyft/Uber etiquette. Some stunts don’t warrant the tip.* Rookie QBs. The start of Bryce Young’s career has been a nightmare, but how much is his fault? * Why a hearty rushing game is exactly what the doctor ordered in Buffalo. * Defensively, Monos pinpoints the areas of concern. Expect teams to take the fight to Sean McDermot’s team on the ground. Thank you for subscribing, everyone. Go Long is powered by you.The “Go Long Show” is accessible right here at GoLongTD.com and wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Video below: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Detroit Lions — the Lions! — just may become this year’s Super Bowl Champions.It’s time for everyone to face that reality.Dan Campbell and Brad Holmes have spent three years building a mentally- and physically-tough powerhouse of a roster. So much has gone into this, too. From the Jared Goff trade to building an ass-kicking offensive line, to resetting the secondary to — above all — seeking a specific DNA in players. (Links to stories below.) The time is now for a franchise that’s toiled in the NFC basement. Detroit’s 20-6 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers wasn’t necessarily pretty. But, once again, the Lions proved to make the sort of hustle plays you won’t see on other teams. Like, say, from Chicago Bears rookie Darnell Wright on a Vikings fumble recovery. On this episode of the “Ty & Bob Pod” with our resident Hall of Fame sports writer Bob McGinn, we analyze the Lions’ win over Tampa Bay and what makes this a legitimate contender. We then try to make sense of that messy Vikings-Bears game, and think big picture on the Vikes. Where should GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and head coach Kevin O’Connell go from here? How the Vikings perform against the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday night could dictate the terms of their season. We cap with Cowboys-Chargers talk. Contrary to a media talking point this week, McGinn isn’t impressed with quarterback Dak Prescott. Finally, this week’s “McGinn Memory” turns the clock back to 1984, to a classic snow globe of a Packers game. Go Long subscribers can always access all stories and all podcasts:Also, we’ve been growing our Go Long TD YouTube page. Be sure to subscribe to our channel to catch clips from all three podcasts (“FAVRE,” “Ty & Bob,” “Go Long Show”), all Zoom Happy Hours and 1-on-1 interviews with the likes of Matt Hasselbeck, Drew Bledsoe and future guests.It’s about time we got to your Mailbag questions. Will post in the AM. Have a question? Email me at golongtd@gmail.com.Thanks, everyone. Lions Links: DNA of the Lions, Part I: Vanquishing 'bad juju'DNA of the Lions, Part II: The obsessed ones'The Problem' is The FutureThe Detroit Lions Must Break You, Part I: Life and deathThe Detroit Lions Must Break You, Part II: Bringing the painDan Campbell, Detroit Lions miracle worker'There is only one Barry Sanders' This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

When Mike McCarthy told Matt Hasselbeck that he needs to buy a truck and build a house to send a message, frankly, the young quarterback thought his position coach was nuts. McCarthy essentially could’ve told the balding second-year pro to bench press 315 pounds with no spotter. The Packers longshot, however, earned the No. 2 job behind Brett Favre… was soon handpicked by Mike Holmgren to lead the Seattle Seahawks… and enjoyed an NFL career that spanned from 1998 through 2015. Surely, the Seahawks fans that watch this podcast will forever believe Hasselbeck was robbed of a Super Bowl in 2005, too. (He holds no grudges.)I think you’ll love this conversation. Hasselbeck opens up on the football life he never imagined.Audio is available at the player above, and everywhere you get podcasts. (Including Apple and Spotify).Video is below.The written Q&A is right here. Thanks, everyone.Go Long is committed to longform pro football journalism. New here? We’d love to have you join our community today. For all stories, all podcasts, various subscription options are available. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comAfter another primetime dud, the Green Bay Packers are again under the national microscope. This 17-13 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders was ugly.Especially on offense. And there’s plenty of blame to go ‘round.On this episode of the “Ty & Bob Pod” with longtime scribe Bob McGinn, we spend nearly two hours dissecting Packers-Raiders and taking ou…

Football isn’t for everyone, and that’s OK. That’s what makes this sport different.Football, however, may be changing. Watch any game, any Sunday. Perhaps nobody is more qualified to thoroughly dissect the inherent danger of this sport quite like Brett Favre.Name an injury, he likely had it. Concussions? More than he can count.Through the NFL’s golden age, the three-time MVP somehow started 321 straight games. A record that may never be broken despite the owners treating quarterbacks today like 32 bubble boys. On Episode 3 of “FAVRE,” we take a big-picture look at the sport itself with Favre’s iron-man streak as the launching pad. The longtime Green Bay Packer is once again extremely candid on everything. You can listen to the full episode above or watch it below completely ad-free, sponsor-free. I greatly treasure our independence at Go Long — we’re powered by you. Our readers, our listeners. Current subscribers, thank you. For those considering a subscription, we’d love to have you join our community.As always, you can listen right in Apple or wherever you get your pods, too. Click “Listen On” next to the audio player to link up your RSS feed if you’d like. Also: VIP members at Go Long are able to join the call and ask Favre anything. Click here to become a VIP. In addition to this Favre access, I’ll also mail you a Go Long sweatshirt (hoodie or crew) and a signed copy of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football.” Here’s what is discussed throughout our lively 83 1/2-minute discussion this episode:* Quarterbacks who impress Favre five weeks into this 2023 season with a close look at the San Francisco 49ers’ godsend: Brock Purdy. (He also admires Baker Mayfield’s leadership. Earmuffs, kids, on the Andy Janovich quote.)* The streak. A true love for the game drove Favre to always, always, always play on. Is such a passion becoming antiquated?* Painkillers sure helped Favre start every game early in his career. He’d always take his pills with a beer. (And the beer teammates turned down.)* Which injury was the most difficult for Favre to play through his two decades in the NFL?* We discuss football — true football — and why there’s nothing else like it. You know at a very young age whether this sport is for you or not. * You might’ve seen Favre’s name in the news last week. He says his deposition in the Mississippi civil suit is not this month, but that he’s eager for the opportunity to speak. I ask Favre about the damage done to his reputation.* In 2023, Favre sees the sport transforming into something new: “Flag football with pads.” That’s swell for the long-term health of quarterbacks — he’d know. But at what cost? Is the sport losing itself with so many flags and fines dulling the instincts of defensive players? He watched Bills-Jaguars on Sunday morning with similar angst. * The hypocrisy of pontificating about player safety while adding a regular-season game. That 18th game won’t be far behind, too. Yet, Favre makes a smart point. Players who enjoy the physical contact will also be increasingly OK with danger being siphoned out of the sport… if they see the financial benefits all around.* VIP questions! Favre explains why it was always nice to joke around with officials. Also, who was his favorite receiver?* An Andy Reid story he’ll never forget. FULL VIDEO: Previous episodes of “FAVRE” below:Ep 1: Reliving an unforgettable moment in NFL historyEp 2: Bar fights, throat-slashes and the car crash that could've killed him This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The great mystery of this 2023 NFL season resides in Green Bay, Wisc.Jordan Love.After three years, the Packers finally deemed that the quarterback out of Utah State was ready to take over. We’ve seen a thrilling comeback win over the New Orleans Saints. We’ve seen a rough first half against the Detroit Lions. But how is Love really playing? Most importantly, how good can he be? You’ll want to catch our latest Happy Hour Replay. The man who knows Love’s game better than anyone gives us an inside look. Steve Calhoun of Armed and Dangerous Football has coached and mentored Love since the QB was in eighth grade. For a full hour, Calhoun takes questions from Go Long members.Catch the full audio above or watch the full video below. We discuss…* What was going through Love’s mind when the Packers gave Aaron Rodgers an extension in 2022? Right when it appeared his Green Bay days were numbered?* Simulating game action on a practice field — for three years. * Love’s mental toughness. It has roots in adversity that prepares Love for anything he could see on a football field. * Green Bay West. Calhoun breaks down the practices Love ran with the team’s receivers and backs in July. * Calhoun’s outside-the-box coaching methods. Such as teaching Love how to use both of his eyes in different ways as he’s reading the field. * Why nothing surprises Love on the field.* What happened in Detroit? We break down some of the throws, good and bad. * The pressure. Media coverage has often been scathing the last three years. How has Love processed it?Thanks, everyone.And, remember: Let me know who you would like to hang out with on a Happy Hour. We’ll make it happen.Full Video Replay:Past Go Long Happy Hours:* John Hansen* Andrew Brandt* Peter King* Warren Moon* Isaiah McKenzie* Bob McGinn* Rob Johnson* Jamal Lewis* T.J. Lang* Jamaal Williams* Stevie Johnson* Richie Incognito* Wyatt Teller* Doug Whaley* Isaiah Likely* Stevie Johnson* Eric Wood* LeRoy Butler* Bob McGinn & Jim Monos* Quincy Avery* Erik Kramer* Frank Winters* Olin Kreutz* Peter King* Johnathan Franklin* Steve Calhoun* Jim Monos* Jace Sternberger* Doug Whaley* Isaiah McKenzie* Andy Janovich* Vince Williams* Ryan Leaf & Steve Tasker* Joshua Harris* D’Wayne Eskridge* Allen Robinson This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comThe Detroit Lions effectively socked the Green Bay Packers in the jaw last week.They won, 34-20, and of course built up that 27-3 halftime lead that led to a very emotional Matt LaFleur. (And a few scattered boo’s at Lambeau Field.)So, what in the hell happened? On this episode of the “Ty & Bob Pod” — spanning nearly two hours — we break it …

The game of the week turned out to be no game at all with the Buffalo Bills knocking out the Miami Dolphins, 48-20. Overreactions to the Dolphins’ sluggish day on offense are ridiculous. These two teams just may meet two more times this season. But what a day for Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs and, without a doubt, head coach Sean McDermott. We all know this is his defense in 2023. Slowing down the Dolphin machine was a promising early sign. The back-half of the podcast is spent discussing the rookie quarterbacks.C.J. Stroud’s arrow is pointing up — his calm and cool confounded the Steelers, 30-6 — and co-host Jim Monos also loves what he sees in Anthony Richardson. Our resident scout is applying his unique grading system to the QBs again, and you’ll want to hear his Richardson breakdown. (You may recall Monos wasn’t thrilled with the Florida tape.) Bryce Young? It’s early. But… no. There hasn’t much to get excited about. Not yet.And there’s plenty of San Francisco talk. Brock Purdy was nearly perfect on Sunday and Monos had a sizzling take to share on one of his teammates. You can listen to the Go Long Show above and everywhere you access podcasts. Full video is below. Also, be sure to subscribe to the Go Long YouTube channel to catch the live recordings of our flagship podcast, as well as clips from “FAVRE” and the “Ty & Bob Pod.”Go Long is powered by our readers. Thank you for joining our community: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It’s rare to hear how this sport actually works.Why one player is taken over another player. The process that leads to a team loving or loathing a prospect. The fans who pour their hard-earned money into the NFL are too often fed insipid cliches at the podium and left in the dark.We’ll always try to lift up the curtain here. And on this episode of the Go Long Show, Josh Lucas takes everyone right inside the thinking of an NFL front office. From 2015 to 2022, Lucas served as the director of player personnel under GM Ryan Pace with the Chicago Bears.Before this, he worked with our podcast co-host Jim Monos as an area scout with the New Orleans Saints from 2005 to 2014.You’ll learn how decisions go down before an NFL draft and, more specifically, how the Chicago Bears got to this point — from the decision to draft Mitchell Trubisky over Patrick Mahomes in 2017 to the trade up for Justin Fields in 2021. Lucas offers thoughts on several other Bears picks, relives Saints memories and has a fresh take on Jordan Love. Also: How do you know if a college prospect can overcome adversity?Enjoy.Audio is above with the video below. If you’d prefer to download episodes on Apple, just click the “Listen On” button above. Go Long is completely powered by our readers. Subscribers can access all columns, all features and all podcasts, including “FAVRE” with Brett Favre and the “Ty & Bob Pod” with Bob McGinn.The No. 1 goal — always — is to bring you real, raw pro football. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comThe NFC is wide open in 2023. We’re still weeks off from differentiating contenders from pretenders. But the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers have every right to be optimistic.The Lions overcame a rash of injuries to punch the Atlanta Falcons in the mouth on Sunday, 20-6. Ford Field was electric and rookie Brian Branch may be the best pla…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comIt’s easy to pinpoint the moment everyone in the huddle knew Brett Favre was a different breed. He was in college. He played a football game against Alabama one month after having 36 inches of his intestines removed. The result of a car crash that easily could’ve ended his life. Seeing this — up close — quite obviously empowered all teammates beyond their imagination. Somehow, Southern Miss shocked No. 13-ranked Crimson Tide.This became the story of Favre’s football life, Start No. 1 to No. 321. Packers players have said repeatedly they’d run through a wall for their quarterback. On Episode 2 of “FAVRE” — exclusive to subscribers — the three-time MVP continues to open up like he never has before. As stated, the goal of Go Long is to always deliver football in its rawest form. The good, the bad, the ugly. You’ll always get unfiltered, unvarnished coverage here, and nothing is ever off-limits with this show. There’s never been a Favre before, never will be again and he’ll open up on everything to bring you as close as possible to real football.Each episode, we’ll connect the past with the present with endless untold stories.As young quarterbacks across the league try to make their own leap — and win over locker rooms — Brett Favre isn’t afraid to open up wounds from his own life. On and off the field.You won’t want to miss Episode 2. Audio is above. Video is below.A few topics discussed: * Favre should have vanished into oblivion early in his career. He opens up on his extreme alcohol usage, the byproduct of an addictive personality. Having just one beer was an impossibility. Favre admits he’d drink until he completely passed out. Somehow, he’d party ‘til 4, wake up at 7:30 and train just as hard as he drank. He easily could’ve been Johnny Manziel. Two specific turning points — Green Bay nearly benching him in ‘94, going to rehab for his painkiller addiction in ‘96 — got his life back on track. He quit drinking in 1998, too. * His year in Atlanta — 1991 — was wild. Favre hit it off with Deion Sanders. He got into four or five bar fights, too. * Favre sees himself in Josh Allen, and offers a solution. There’s a needle the Buffalo Bills can thread to get the most out of their own gunslinger.* Yes, we get into Aaron Rodgers and the Achilles injury heard ‘round the world. Would Favre try to come back from this injury? What does he expect out of Rodgers? His perspective on this seismic storyline is obviously unique. He remembers The End well and would love to share his wisdom… if only Rodgers would return his calls. * You’ve probably heard many of Larry Bird’s epic trash-talking stories from the ‘80s. Favre has many of his own, and shares one classic from ‘99. There’s a reason he gave Lions’ Robert Bailey a throat-slash gesture. * The blow-by-blow account of his college car wreck is certifiably nuts. How he managed to upset Alabama after having those 36 inches of intestines removed and losing 35 pounds is even crazier, and explains how he was able to galvanize an entire locker room.* What does Favre think about Jordan Love two games in? He’s been watching closely and sees teammates rallying around their new QB. They want to fight for Love. Beyond the numbers — to him — this is a phenomenal sign. As always, VIP subscribers can hop onto the Zoom call after our 1-on-1 to ask anything they’d like. This episode, Favre answers reader questions on his best prank (poor Frank Winters) and details what made Sterling Sharpe special. Click Here to become a VIP, to hang out with Favre and also get both a Go Long sweatshirt and a signed copy of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football.” Thank you, everyone. No sponsors. No ads. This show, like everything here, is 100 percent fueled by readers.As always, the full 88-minute version of “FAVRE” is accessed right here at GoLongTD.com. If you prefer to listen on Apple, simply click the “Listen On” button above. There’s a good chance you’ll prefer the video, too. FULL VIDEO BELOW…

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comThis sport remains a war of attrition. Dan Campbell knows this.His Detroit Lions are already getting slammed by injuries. Will they respond? On this episode of the “Ty & Bob Pod,” we begin with one last look at the Green Bay Packers’ 25-24 loss to the Atlanta Falcons — no moral victory. As promised, Bob McGinn brings his keen football eye to…

This isn’t how the Chicago Bears envisioned football in 2023 — at all. What a cringy display of offensive football it’s been against Green Bay and Tampa Bay. Justin Fields is off to a miserable start and, lest we forget, Fields was drafted by the previous regime. New GM Ryan Poles traded out of the No. 1 pick in 2023, but he no doubt has an eye on the 2024 class. Especially at this rate.On this episode of “The Go Long Show,” we examine this precarious quarterback situation, and several others. Desmond Ridder had his finest start to date with the Atlanta Falcons. There was a lot to love about his performance against the Green Bay Packers — especially through a clutch fourth quarter. Same for Sam Howell in Washington. Eveything Howell told Go Long before the draft is coming to life through two games. As he said then, on comebacks: “The main thing is ‘don’t get too caught up in the scoreboard.’ Don’t worry about the score. Just stick to your process and play good football. Chip away. Focus on the play. Do whatever you can to be successful that play.”Also, the Buffalo Bills got back on track against the Raiders. A tame Josh Allen was still an effective Josh Allen. And co-host Jim Monos relives his quarterback dilemma in the spring of 2017. He sees the value in letting a mid-round pick play. You can listen to the podcast above and everywhere you get pods. To access on Apple, select “Listen On” adjacent to the audio player.Video is below. Thank you for being a part of our community at Go Long. Subscribers can access all stories and all podcasts, including “FAVRE” and the “Ty & Bob Pod.” This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Football gave Drew Bledsoe so much.Memories and friendships that’ll last forever. Glory. He’s arguably most responsible for completely waking up the New England Patriots franchise in the early 90s. Football also tested the former NFL great. With pain… so much pain. Go Long first chatted at length with Bledsoe shortly after launching in late 2020. Bledsoe opened up then on everything from the Mo Lewis knockout shot to just how pissed he was at Bill Belichick for not giving him his job back to that “bittersweet” Super Bowl win over St. Louis. (You can read Drew Bledsoe, Unfiltered here.)This week felt like a perfect time to touch base again with Bledsoe again. Always honest, always introspective, the four-time Pro Bowler shared many new stories. He relives the time he bruised his liver in high school and Bruce Smith whiplashed him as an NFL rookie. Bledsoe admits he still hasn’t watched the Patriots’ Super Bowl XXXI loss to the Packers. He dives deep into the power of the sport itself, and how it connects players from polar-opposite backgrounds. And, by God, did he love Buffalo. Drew Bledsoe really, really loved Buffalo.Audio of our conversation is above, video is below and I’ll share the written transcript today, as well. If you prefer to listen within Apple, simply sync up your account by selecting “Listen On” up by the audio player within this post. Thanks, everyone. Enjoy.Go Long is committed to longform storytelling in pro football. Miss our 2023 plans? Catch up here, with testimonials.We’re completely powered by you. To receive all stories and all podcasts — including “FAVRE” and the “Ty & Bob Pod” — new readers can upgrade here: Full conversation with four-time Pro Bowler Drew Bledsoe… This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comWelcome to the refurbished “Ty & Bob Pod” with our longtime scribe — and Pro Football Hall of Famer — Bob McGinn. We started this whole podcast thing a decade ago as teammates at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and brought it to Go Long through the 2021 season. After a year hiatus, it’s back. With a twist.Once more, we’ll continue to take a c…

Aaron Rodgers went down. The hype surrounding this game faded with him.Yet, it didn’t matter. The Buffalo Bills’ offense was anemic. Josh Allen was dreadful. The energy throughout Sean McDermott’s team was reminiscent of the last time we saw Buffalo in that listless playoff loss to the Bengals. We recorded an episode of the “Go Long Show” immediately after the Jets’ 22-16 overtime win late Monday night. The replay audio is above with the video below. (Also, subscribers can listen right in Apple if you prefer. Instructions are here, and all you need to do is Select “Listen on” above. From the drop-down menu, click “Copy link.”)Buffalo has work to do and — without Rodgers — so will that Jets offense. Miss our first Monday morning column? Here’s a look at Jordan Love’s debut.Go Long is powered by you. Thank you for supporting independent journalism. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comEpisode 1 of “FAVRE” is live. Subscribers can listen to the full hour and a half above or watch the video below.We get into plenty…. * Obviously, many of you would like to hear what he says about the accusations levied against him in Mississippi. He has denied wrongdoing and has not been criminally charged. To the extent he can, Favre touches on the case. (Through all developments, he will fill you in.)* Most of this first episode ties the present to the past. Blow-by-blow, Favre relives a surreal 2008. From the crushing loss to the New York Giants in the NFC Championship… to retiring… to unretiring… to clawing his way to the Minnesota Vikings… to, finally, reaching a peace with the Green Bay Packers. You’ll hear stories he hasn’t shared before. To this day, it all boggles the mind. * Why did he hold that retirement presser? What feeling was deep in his gut upon getting on the flight home? When did Favre get the “itch” to play again? This was an unforgettable moment in Packers and NFL history. Favre lifts up the curtain. * Jordan Love and the 2023 Packers. Did Green Bay make the correct decision? (He believes so.) Also, how does his abrupt entry into pro football back in ‘92 vs. the Cincinnati Bengals compare to Love? * His take on quarterback play today.* His ever-evolving relationship with the late, great Ted Thompson. Believe it or not, back in the 90s, they were drinking buddies. * How many concussions did Favre endure? One chilling conversation with Dr. Bennet Omalu changed his perspective. He offers his thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa into 2023. There’s a darker side to pro football, as Favre knows. Thank you, everyone. Here’s our post introducing the show, icymi.Also, subscribers can listen right in Apple as well if you prefer. Instructions are here, and all you need to do is Select “Listen on” above. From the drop-down menu, click on “Copy link.”As a reminder: VIP subscribers will have access to all future recordings and will be able to ask Favre anything you’d like. Here is the full video:

The AFC was straightforward. It’s a conference loaded at quarterback.The NFC is objectively fun. Nearly every team can talk itself into going for it in 2023. Here on the “Go Long Show” with co-host Jim Monos, we examine which teams can realistically box with odds-on favorites Philadelphia and San Francisco. GM Joe Schoen detailed to Go Long why the New York Giants believe in Daniel Jones — is he right? Could the stars align for Jones and the Giants to contend? In the NFC North, the Detroit Lions have spent three years meticulously building a team capable of playing with anyone — seeking a specific DNA 1 through 53—and the Jordan Love Era finally arrives. We both like Green Bay’s young movement on offense. Love is ready to introduce himself to the world.Enjoy, and Thank You. Icymi, we laid out the 2023 plan of attack at Go Long this week. Let’s have some fun.The “Ty and Bob Pod” with Bob McGinn returns. We’ll talk NFL each week. Soon, I’ll also be announcing a third show. You can access all podcasts right here at Go Long, as well as Apple, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen.There’s one more ‘23 Kickoff story dropping by the end of the week. I traveled to Pittsburgh to chat at length with quarterback Kenny Pickett. * You can count on K.J. Osborn* Why the Tampa Bay Buccaneers believe* The Resurrection: ‘I want to bring championships to New York’* DNA of the Lions, Part I: Vanquishing 'bad juju'* DNA of the Lions, Part II: The obsessed ones* Rise of the Jaguars* 'The Problem' is The Future* The Vikings changed the culture. Now what?* ‘I won’t be denied’* You'll see Nyheim Hines again This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The 2023 NFL season is here. Hallelujah.I’ll be sharing loads of big news over the coming days at Go Long. Ecstatic for everything ahead. Until then, let’s preview each conference on the flagship podcast with co-host Jim Monos. First up: the AFC. Mahomes. Burrow. Allen. Lawrence. It’s an old-school, Mortal Kombat exercise in “Choose Your Fighter.” You can access all podcasts right here at Go Long, as well as Apple, Spotify, YouTube and everywhere you listen. It’s a good time to add the Go Long Podcast to your rotation, too, with two more shows on the horizon. (And microphones that are a million times better.)Thanks, everyone.Subscribers can access everything at Go Long. All stories, all podcasts, all Zoom Happy Hours. Thank you for supporting our independent journalism. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It was only a matter of time. Stefon Diggs is back in the news with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith dropping quite a nugget.The Buffalo Bills wide receiver denied that he wants out of Buffalo. That’s expected. So, how should we process this all? (Let’s not take every comment from every player/coach as gospel, either.)Also, the Buffalo Bills’ starters were embarrassed by the Pittsburgh Steelers in their 2023 dress rehearsal. We decipher what matters and what doesn’t with co-host Jim Monos. There are a few concerns the Bills must monitor.Jonathan Taylor wants OUT. Will he get his wish? It’s complicated.Also, we discuss Joe Schoen. The New York Giants general manager was born for this job, and I’ll have a longform story soon at Go Long for subscribers.You can listen to the audio above, watch the video below or access the Go Long Podcast anywhere you get pods. We record live at Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg, NY. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hannibal Navies found his reason to live after a nine-year NFL career and is doing everything he can to help other players find their purpose.The longtime NFL linebacker who spent time with Carolina, Green Bay, Cincinnati and San Francisco relives all of the highs and lows with Go Long.You can listen to the audio above, watch the video below or access the Go Long Podcast wherever you get your pods, including Apple and Spotify. Navies is an open book on everything…* He was 13 years old when his father died and saw Dad take his last breath. The moment grew to define Hannibal Navies. (Similar to what Dallas Clark experienced losing his mother.) Football became a “guiding light” in the mean streets of Oakland, as he was forced to grow up. Fast. * Navies details how he gravitated toward the violence of playing linebacker… with vivid memories of his best collision at the position. (The hit required smelling salts.)* Fourth and 26. This gut-wrenching play in the divisional round of the 2003 playoffs will, of course, forever live in Packers infamy. Navies was sent on a blitz and still thinks about the play to this day. He knows that Packers team had a chance to win the Super Bowl. * His health today. He has a herniated disc in his back and a bulging disc in his neck. * How he found a true “passion” and “purpose” in life after football. He’s helping other players adjust to life after football with a strong emphasis on mental health. He’s now the vice president of Development United Charitable/Athletes Charitable and uses all of his own ups and downs in life to help anyone who’ll listen. To him, it’s not about reinventing yourself. Rather “re-developing” yourself. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Dan Campbell is mastering what so many coaches spend their entire lives never understanding. You cannot manually stick that syringe of motivation into a player.Professional football players must be innately obsessed. Campbell knows exactly what he’s looking for with GM Brad Holmes in building this team. Miss our two-part deep dive on the Lions? * DNA of the Lions, Part I: Vanquishing 'bad juju'* DNA of the Lions, Part II: The obsessed ones We now take the conversation to the podcast with co-host Jim Monos.Audio’s above with video below.The Lions were broken both physically and spiritually by Matt Patricia. How did Campbell put a team together in his vision? Is the hype for real? You can listen to the Go Long Podcast everywhere you get your podcasts, including Apple, Spotify and, of course, right at GoLongTD.com.Thanks, everyone. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Players apparently are not happy with Eric Bieniemy’s intensity at practice. Ron Rivera didn’t exactly cool the flames.Wasn’t the elimination of Dan Snyder supposed to eliminate drama? We dive into it all on the Go Long Podcast. Co-host Jim Monos survived an ownership change himself in Buffalo and shares his insight. We may already be seeing those in power scrambling for the life rafts. That’s what happens in the NFL. Also, we get into Johnny Manziel’s wild rise and fall and Monos looks back at what it’s like to cut a player this time of year. You can listen to the audio above or watch the video below from Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg, NY.Our 2023 Kickoff series of features continues Friday A.M. with a penetrating look at the Detroit Lions, and how this team transformed from Matt Patricia-to-Dan Campbell. The secret’s in the DNA. This feature will only be available to subscribers.Thank you for joining our community. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We don’t delve into the world of college football often but — with Lance Leipold — it’s time to make an exception. Because if this man can turn Kansas Football around, there will be statues.The more you learn about Leipold, the more it sounds like he’s the coach this team has been searching for all these years. Our Wisconsin readers no doubt remember Leipold’s absurd dominance at UW-Whitewater. Nobody won more often. Our Buffalo readers will fondly recall his work rebuilding the UB Bulls into a conference power. Everywhere he goes, Lance Leipold fixes things. Last season, the Jayhawks made their first bowl game since 2008. How? It’s all rooted in a true passion for the sport.Our full conversation can be heard at the embed above and everywhere you access your podcasts, including Apple and Spotify. Go Long is fueled by our readers. Thank you for supporting our independent journalism. No ads. No corporate monoliths. Subscribers have access to all season-preview stories dropping through the month of August, including our latest on the resurgent Jacksonville Jaguars. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Jacksonville Jaguars are on the cusp of competing for a Super Bowl. And central to it all? Removing Urban Meyer. Hiring Doug Pederson. Empowering players in every possible way.Here’s our longform story at Go Long, icymi. Meanwhile, out in New Jersey, Nathaniel Hackett claims a “code” was violated. Sadly, Sean Payton was right — sometimes the truth hurts. So, we absolutely needed to check in with podcast co-host Jim Monos — a man who worked with both. In New Orleans, Monos was the southeast area scout. In Buffalo, Monos was the director of personnel when Hackett served as the Bills’ offensive coordinator.Live from Fattey Beer in Hamburg, NY, we dig deeper into it all. You can now listen to the podcast more easily right at Go Long and, still, wherever you get your podcasts. We’ve got the same same feed at Apple, Spotify, Amazon, etc.Thanks for listening, everyone. New here? We’d love to have you join our community as a subscriber. More season-preview stories will post throughout August. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Your fantasy draft is around the corner. John Hansen is a titan in the industry. And has been for ages.This felt like a perfect time to welcome “The Fantasy Guru” onto the Zoom Happy Hour. We dig into John’s rise, his exceptional new site (Fantasy Points Data) and he has alllll the fantasy advice you need in the nick of time. Sleepers? Super Sleepers? Potential busts? Stick around for the full episode. He may be quite high on one running back we got to know here.Is there someone you would like to hang out with on the Zoom Happy Hour? Let me know, and we’ll make it happen. It’s been a busy week at Go Long with our Urban Meyer tales taking off. Icymi, here’s our full story on the Rise of the Jaguars. Also, Sean Payton was 100 percent correct. The Jets should stop whining. Agree? Disagree? Let us know.Audio with Hansen is above. Video is available right here: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Arguably no former NFL exec does a better job articulating how the sausage is made quite like Andrew Brandt. He served as the Green Bay Packers vice president from 1999 to 2008, overseeing the drafting of Aaron Rodgers and negotiating Brett Favre's $100M deal. But as he explains on our latest Zoom Happy Hour with Go Long subscribers, Brandt's football life is so much more than this decade in Wisconsin.From trying to make people care about football in Barcelona to working with Ricky Williams and Master P to the Packers and, now, a life in media, this has been an unparalleled path. You can read Brandt's excellent “Sunday Seven” newsletter and listen to his podcast right here. Also, follow Brandt on Twitter whenever news breaks in the NFL. He'll supply a fresh perspective. As always, YOU can join our Happy Hours with people from across the football world by becoming a paid subscriber: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.When you join, tell me who you'd like to hang out with and we'll make it happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The man is a wealth of information. Nobody has covered pro football with the sharp insight of Peter King the last 30+ years.On our latest Happy Hour with Go Long subscribers, King is an open book on...DeAndre Hopkins to Nashville. What does he have left?The Aaron Rodgers trade. How did it go down?His reporting approach to fantasy football.Jordan Love expectations.The Mike McCarthy-Dak Prescott relationship.Brian Gutekunst's power in Green Bay.The perpetual mess in Washington D.C. (Football, that is.)Buy stock in those Atlanta FalconsWhy he's skeptical when it comes to Lamar Jackson.To gain access to future Happy Hours, join our community today: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You read the story. Now, let's discuss. Carlton Davis did not mince words in his conversation with Go Long. Anyone who thinks the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost something in Tom Brady, he told us, is in for a "rude awakening" this season. Here's the full story: https://www.golongtd.com/p/carlton-davis-bows-to-no-manOn this episode, I chat with co-host Jim Monos about Davis, his rugged upbringing in Miami Gardens and if he's onto something. We have many stories coming soon. Join the community at Go Long today by becoming a paid subscriber. We'd love to have you: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The young Tampa Bay corner offers his perspective on Carlton Davis and why the Bucs will be sneaking up on folks in 2023.Here's our conversation, in addition to the feature that ran over at Go Long. You can read that right here, icymi: https://www.golongtd.com/p/podcast-lets-nerd-out-with-mina-kimesSubscribe to Go Long today to make sure you get all stories with our season preview series around the corner. Monthly and annual options are available: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

ESPN's Mina Kimes joins the show, and it's incredible she even has time considering how much film she's dissecting this time of year. You see her on NFL Live and you listen to her on her podcast, "The Mina Kimes Show, featuring Lenny." Now, she takes her talents to the Go Long Podcast for an episode. Mina walks us through her life, and how she evolved into such a film junkie. There's a reason for her smooth rapport with the Live crew, too. On to NFL topics, we get her thoughts on everything: the Stefon Diggs drama, Ken Dorsey's offense, Josh Allen, Aaron Rodgers and what's next for those Jordan Love-led Green Bay Packers. Of course, you can follow Mina everywhere @minakimes.Miss our profile on the (very) bold Carlton Davis? He sees Tampa Bay competing for a Super Bowl, and there's a reason why. Here's that story at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/carlton-davis-bows-to-no-manIt's a great time to subscribe to Go Long. Many more feature stories ahead. Join our community today as a subscriber: www.golongtd.com/subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

More players have been suspended for gambling. Most are fringe. What does this mean for the NFL? Is this the sign of a damning issue ahead or is the league cleaning up? Let's examine. Co-host Jim Monos offers his sharp thoughts, too. Be sure to subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to access all stories, including Part I of the mailbag: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mailbag-part-i-why-were-bullish-onThanks, all. You can rate, review and share this episode to keep the podcast growing.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

They're the forgotten team in the AFC East, those New England Patriots. Entrusting the offense with Matt Patricia and Joe Judge tends to do that.It's about time we tried to make sense of Bill Belichick's crew, so I chat with the exceptional Ollie Connolly of The Read Optional. The UK native covers the X's and O's of American football as well as anyone in the business and just wrote this in-depth piece on the direction of the Patriots offense: https://www.readoptional.com/p/which-bill-obrien-did-bill-belichickWe dig into Ollie's roots -- how he got into the NFL to begin with -- and the direction of the Patriots. Thoroughly enjoyed this conversation.Be sure to subscribe to The Read Optional: https://www.readoptional.com/ and follow Ollie on Twitter @OllieConnolly.And, of course, you can always join our community here at Go Long by becoming a paid subscriber: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Zay Jones turned his career -- and life -- around. Five years ago, he nearly threw himself through a window 30 floors high. Now, he's making play... after play... after play on a contender. Go Long sat down with Jones to get the whole story. You can read that here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/im-still-alive-the-zay-jones-storyIn lieu of his remarkable turnaround, who's next? We each have a name to discuss. Jim Monos chooses a wide receiver whose career is still young and who was traded to a new team. I go with a familiar face at quarterback.Subscribe to Go Long today to get everything we have to offer: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Good day! Hey, don't miss our profile over at Go Long on Zay Jones this AM. I traveled to Jacksonville to sit down with the wide receiver. He relives everything, including the night he could've lost his life: https://www.golongtd.com/p/im-still-alive-the-zay-jones-storyIn lieu of this, what a perfect time to welcome on a Jaguars expert to the podcast. Mia O'Brien covers the team at 1010 XL in Jacksonville. You can follow her on Twitter @MiaOBrienTV. We get into the Urban days, the transition to Doug Pederson, why this feels different than the 2018 hype in Duval County and what it will take for the Jags to go the distance.Thanks to all who listen. We'd love it if you rate, review and share the Go Long Podcast.And, of course, you can get every story at Go Long by becoming a paid subscriber today: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Lions may have the best offense in the NFC. Can Jared Goff win them the Super Bowl? I think so. We discuss. We debate. This was a fun conversation at Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY. A wide-open NFC sure can feed some interesting dialogue.Let us know what you think. For Go Long subscribers, here's my column from this week on Goff: https://www.golongtd.com/p/why-jared-goff-is-the-key-in-the A feature from 2020 at Go Long. An exclusive with Goff as his Rams days neared an end: https://www.golongtd.com/p/jared-goff-is-ready-to-fight And a feature from the B/R days referenced on the pod, after his dreadful rookie season. Enlightening looking back: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2726189-jared-goff-rams-interview-2017-nfl-season-preview We'd love to have you join our community. Get everything Go Long has to offer by becoming a subscriber today: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What's going on in Orchard Park? A lot! First, Sean McDermott is "very concerned" that his star wide receiver isn't practicing. Then, he's here. And practicing. And McDermott essentially says there's nothing to see here. And Josh Allen says there's non-football stuff to work through. Let's break it all down on the podcast. With co-host Jim Monos -- the team's former director of personnel who's familiar with both coach and receiver, a man who once traded for LeSean McCoy -- we explore why Diggs may be so unhappy and where the Bills go from here.Remember to rate, review and share the podcast if you enjoy. And, of course, I appreciate everyone who subscribes to the newsletter over at GoLongTD.com to access all content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback joins the Go Long Happy Hour with VIP subscribers and opens up on his historic career.Here's the replay.Moon relives the rise of the run and shoot in Houston, "The Comeback" loss in Buffalo and reveals the secret behind his gorgeous spiral. (It involved nail clippers.) Most importantly, Moon blazed a trail for future African-American quarterbacks. It was a different time when he played. He can remember security surrounding him on the sideline in Cleveland because of a slew of death threats from fans.If you'd like to hang out with current and former NFL players on Zoom -- and get a copy of "Blood and Guts," with a Go Long hoodie -- our VIP option is always available: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThanks, all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

On our trip to Detroit, I catch up with Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press. Nobody covers the team on a day-to-day basis better than Dave. Be sure to follow him on Twitter @davebirkett and read all of his work right here: https://www.freep.com/sports/lions/We discuss how the Lions got to this point of contention and whether or not Jared Goff is the quarterback capable of elevating this team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Cannot wait for this one.Hall-of-Famer Warren Moon will hang out with our VIP members this Friday night on the next Go Long Happy Hour. To join, upgrade right here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThe link to hang out with Moon is here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-hey-lets-hang-out-withWhat do you get with a VIP subscription?Go Long hooded sweatshirt. (Black hoodie with Carolina blue logo.)Signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Read excerpts here!FULL Happy Hour access with current and past NFL players on Zoom.Our undying love. Your decision to support Go Long to the highest degree means the world. Thank you.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We pick up with Part II right here. The first Go Long Quarterback Draft continues with co-host Jim Monos, The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn and myself.Fairburn explains why he's taking Aaron Rodgers at No. 9, a player who may or may not be on certain draft boards. Then, all three of us take calculated risks -- this is where the draft gets very interesting. A free dinner at The Grange is at stake, of course. We each will take the five best PFF grades from our seven quarterbacks.Join the Go Long community: www.golongtd.com/subscribeAnd be sure to read Fairburn's excellent NHL and NFL coverage at The Athletic, too. You can follow him on Twitter @MatthewFairburn.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This was fun.At Fattey Beer Company's Hamburg location, I'm joined by co-host Jim Monos and recurring guest Matthew Fairburn, of The Athletic, for our first Go Long Quarterback Draft. The rules are simple. We're drafting on the 2023 season alone. We each select seven quarterbacks in a snake format and, at season's end, take the best PFF grades from our top five guys. Whoever wins gets a free dinner at The Grange with the bill decided via credit-card roulette between the two losers.Monos earned the top pick... will he take Patrick Mahomes this time? Where will Josh Allen go? And, holy, does Monos have a surprise in store with his third pick.Enjoy, and be sure to catch Part 2 in the feed.Subscribe to Go Long today to join our community: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What's the plan? It doesn't appear the Raiders have one. Yes, they can get out of the Jimmy Garoppolo contract if he injuries his foot. Yes, injury clauses are common.But this mess speaks to the larger problem in Las Vegas. Subscribe to Go Long at www.golongtd.com/subscribe to access all stories, all Q&As, all podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

When in Tampa, one must visit Cigar City Brewing to drink Jai Alai. So why not share some IPAs with one of the most downright curious players in the entire league? Patrick Laird started a summer reading program at Cal, had fans getting his stat line tatted on their thigh as a rookie with the Miami Dolphins and remains an intensely-curious individual to the bone. He's entering his fifth pro season in 2023, now with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. We chatted about everything: His wild rise, the value of reading a good book in the Twitter Age, the concept of "free will" (he's not a believer) and how football can be such a powerful force of good. He knows such tribalism is core to our biology. If you'd prefer to read, that's also available over at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-i-patrick-laird-will-make-youWe'd love to have you as a paying subscriber. Join the community today to get all stories, all Q&As, all podcasts: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.And remember! The best way to grow the podcast is by sharing, rating and reviewing. Thank you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We know it's difficult finding time to read stories... especially when it's 80 degrees and sunny outside. Over at GoLongTD.com, I'll start including audio narrations of our longform stories.Here's Part II of "What Happened to Kevin Kolb?" The written story: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-ii-what-happened-to-kevin-kolbThe best way to support Go Long is by becoming a paid subscriber. You can join our community right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We know it's difficult finding time to read stories... especially when it's 80 degrees and sunny outside. Over at GoLongTD.com, I'll start including audio narrations of our longform stories. Here's Part I of "What Happened to Kevin Kolb?" The written story: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-i-what-happened-to-kevin-kolbThe best way to support Go Long is by becoming a paid subscriber. You can join our community right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Our Go Long OTA tour continues through rain-soaked Florida. Expect many features in the coming weeks at Go Long from the trip. Subscribe today if you'd like to join the community! www.golongtd.com/subscribeIn the meantime? Let's catch up with Chris Mathis, the executive producer of The Ronnie and TKras Show down here in Tampa on 95.3 WDAE. You can follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram @thechrismathis. He also hosts The Chris Mathis Podcast.This episode, we discuss Baker Mayfield and -- most importantly -- how Tampa Bay plans on zapping life into its rushing attack. The defense is better than most people think, though the Devin White situation is hairy... an eerily similar to a certain Stefon Diggs situation in Buffalo. Thanks for listening and sharing, everyone. We'll see over at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The great adaptation is underway. We bring on co-host Jim Monos to explore Isaiah McKenzie's "snow" comments with further nuance. The Buffalo Bills have essentially taken McKenzie's advice behind the scenes to heart in tweaking their personnel. We explain.Miss the column at Go Long? https://www.golongtd.com/p/all-eyes-on-ken-dorseys-counterpunchOr McKenzie's Happy Hour? https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-isaiah-mckenzie-says-goodbyeYou can subscribe to Go Long any time to get everything at www.golongtd.com/subscribe. Thanks, all.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You never know when a spark will lead to a wildfire, but apparently people are unhappy with Isaiah McKenzie's comments on our Happy Hour! ICYMI, here's that episode in full: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-isaiah-mckenzie-says-goodbyeYes, the former Bills receiver believes they could've beat Cincinnati in a dome. That's debatable. But what is not debatable is that the Bills were not built to win in the snow.I wrote a column on Ken Dorsey, Joe Barry and the coordinators who could decide the 2023 NFL season right here. What a massive year for Dorsey. He did many good things in 2022 but he'll need to evolve in 2023: https://www.golongtd.com/p/all-eyes-on-ken-dorseys-counterpunchAnd figured it was a good time to fire up a solo pod on the matter. I also included McKenzie's comments so you can hear him for yourself.Thank you for listening and subscribing to Go Long: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He was charismatic, opinionated, electric on the field and retired at the absolute peak of his powers. In so many ways, Tiki Barber was years ahead of his time. Nowadays, New Yorkers hear Barber break all sports down on WFAN. But a generation ago, he was one of the best backs in the NFL.Read the full conversation at Go Long right here if you'd like: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-tiki-barber-storyBarber talks football, life and everything in-between from clashing with Tom Coughlin to a butt-naked Eli Manning swatting his shots in the locker room to reconnecting with his estranged father.Thank you for listening, and apologies for the subpar audio on this end. The issue has since been resolved and, the good news, Barber is crystal clear!Join our Go Long community today at GoLongTD.com/subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

A free-wheelin' pod from Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg, NY.We debate the "elite"-ness of Trevor Lawrence and where the Jacksonville quarterback stacks up in the AFC. Over in the NFC, good luck ranking quarterbacks. After Jalen Hurts, you can make an argument for (or against) just about anyone. So we do. And it sure makes 2023 quite interesting in Dallas where Mike McCarthy fired a bunch of longtime allies. If Jerry Jones is forced to choose between his head coach and quarterback, who would he pick? We discuss.Thanks for listening, everyone. Subscribe to the newsletter to get everything any time at www.golongtd.com/subscribe.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

His 2009 Minnesota Vikings fell victim to the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Championship, but it's not "Bountygate" that pisses off Ben Leber to this day. Far from it. I think you'll be surprised by his thoughts on that iconic game, Gregg Williams and this sport's ruthless reality. Also, we discuss the state of youth sports in America, playing with Junior Seau as a rookie in San Diego, his best memories from a 10-year NFL career and Leber's expectations for the 2023 Minnesota Vikings. Today, he's a sideline analyst for the team, in addition to co-hosting Twin Cities Live. Follow Ben on Twitter @nacholeber. As always, subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get everything we have to offer.Thanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The conversation continues here on the podcast with co-host Jim Monos. For every Patrick Mahomes, there's Kevin Kolb. Tragedy to the triumph. Yet, as Kolb explained over at GoLongTD.com, everything that came with his four concussions was worse than the concussions themselves. His darkness was quite terrifying. Yet over the past decade, he has found his way out. Here on the podcast, we discuss violence and football. ICYMI, here's the series that ran at Go Long. Thank you reading, everyone. Part I: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-i-what-happened-to-kevin-kolb Part II: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-ii-what-happened-to-kevin-kolbBecome a Go Long subscriber today: www.golongtd.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He's back. Isaiah McKenzie hangs out with subscribers on the Go Long Happy Hour. Everything is on the table with the former podcast co-host, too.His Bills exit, and why he was surprised by Brandon Beane's 180-degree turn. (Deonte Harty's contract raised his eyebrows, too. Kudos to his agent.)Brian Daboll's offense vs. Ken Dorsey's offense. What's the difference? A lot. He explains.The playoff loss to Cincinnati. What the hell happened? Snow, he says, was a factor. Is Stefon Diggs genuinely unhappy in Buffalo? McKenzie provides all context for the receiver's angry exit and cryptic tweets.Heading to the Indianapolis Colts. He cannot wait to lead a young team quarterbacked by rookie Anthony Richardson. Want to participate in future Go Long Happy Hours? You can join all sessions by becoming a VIP subscriber today. You'll receive Happy Hour access, a Go Long hoodie and a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingIt's all about you, too. Let me know which players -- past or present -- you'd like to share a beer with, and I'll track 'em down. Also, ICYMI, my two-part series on Kevin Kolb's surreal decade is live at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-i-what-happened-to-kevin-kolbThank you, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Both teams took running backs in the first round and both teams have a master plan. Will it work? I discuss live at Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg with co-host Jim Monos. Also, on the docket: A ton of Lamar Jackson/Ravens talk. The two sides finally reached a compromise. Turns out Jackson didn't need an agent after all: https://www.golongtd.com/p/lamar-jackson-and-the-ravens-giveSubscribe to Go Long to get everything we have to offer right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeThanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Why? A solo pod to discuss. This might be the best spot for the polarizing Kentucky quarterback. Also, this was a solid weekend for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Seattle Seahawks.Subscribe to Go Long today to get all draft coverage, including Bob McGinn's 39th Annual NFL Draft Series: www.golongtd.com/subscribeThe Atlanta Falcons step into the ring: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-atlanta-falcons-have-steppedLamar Jackson and the Ravens give hope to humanity: https://www.golongtd.com/p/lamar-jackson-and-the-ravens-giveScouts on Van Ness, Kincaid, more: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-mystery-of-lukas-van-nessLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Here's our latest "Happy Hour" at the site! From last night, our Hall of Fame sports writer hangs out with Go Long subscribers to talk Packers and wrap up the 2023 NFL Draft. It's a rip-roarin' good time.Join our community today at www.golongtd.com/subscribeAnd for full Happy Hour access with players around the NFL, a Go Long hoodie and a copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football," you can become a VIP subscriber right here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Let Detroit and Atlanta cook -- running backs are back, baby. Why Anthony Richardson and the Colts are a perfect fit. Dalton Kincaid is exactly what Buffalo needs. Houston's no longer interested in losing on purpose. Seattle got excellent value.All of these takes, and more, on a solo pod this evening.I think we'll all look back at this as the day the Falcons became a legitimate threat: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-atlanta-falcons-have-steppedScouts on Van Ness, Kincaid, Banks: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-mystery-of-lukas-van-nessHappy Hour with Bob McGinn: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-mystery-of-lukas-van-nessThanks to all for rating, reviewing and sharing the pod!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What will Buffalo do? Head coach Sean McDermott has had final say since taking control, but can everyone agree that going offense is the best strategy? A philosophy change is needed: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-buffalo-bills-can-win-the-superBe sure to subscribe to Go Long to get Bob McGinn's entire draft series. You can still join at 25% off: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=3941a13fOn the pod, we go Bills-heavy. After a string of C drafts -- their Super Bowl window still open -- McDermott and GM Brandon Beane need to hit. Also, there's plenty of talk with co-host Jim Monos about the dynamics of the draft room. Who has final say here?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We learned everything we needed to know about the Green Bay Packers and the New York Jets with this trade.New York is desperate. Green Bay was diligent. The trade details bear it all out. GM Brian Gutekunst made the absolute best of a brutal situation.For more, here's my column at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/brian-gutekunst-is-the-captain-nowNew to Go Long? You can subscribe to Go Long at 25% off this draft week to access Bob McGinn's entire 39th annual NFL Draft Series. https://www.golongtd.com/3941a13fChoose the annual rate with this special, and you'll also receive a copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football."Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

How much should teams factor in his 18% on the cognitive test? Our Bob McGinn at Go Long turned heads with his reporting on the rise of the S2 test. Alabama's Bryce Young (98%) blew Stroud away, hence the Ohio State quarterback's fall. Some teams are concerned: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-3-qb-bryce-young-has-the-s2On the podcast, longtime personnel man Jim Monos and myself discuss what this all means? Stroud made throwing a football look so effortless in college, but this performance on a test gauging split-second decision-making is a problem. We also reprise the Anthony Richardson debate with one scout seeing a combination of Michael Vick and Brett Favre in the Florida quarterback.Not a paid subscriber? Right now, you can join the community at 25% off: https://www.golongtd.com/3941a13fThanks, all. Be sure to share, rate and review the podcast if you enjoy!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Sometimes, you've got to read between the lines. San Francisco dropped the first bread crumb on Wednesday with NFL Network reporting the team is receiving calls on Trey Lance. If Brock Purdy's health stays on track and if Sam Darnold picks up the offense as a No. 2 -- wild as it seems -- the 49ers just may move on from their third overall pick in 2021.On a solo pod, let's explore potential landing spots.It's a fantastic time to subscribe to Go Long. Access Bob McGinn's entire draft series by upgrading today at 25% off: https://www.golongtd.com/3941a13fPart 1 is live: https://www.golongtd.com/p/part-1-wrte-hallelujah-its-the-yearLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This year's colossal character risk? Georgia's mammoth defensive tackle Jalen Carter. Every team at the top of the draft is doing everything they possibly can to dissect a prospect who may wreck NFL offenses... but who also may not love football that much. And who also has major off-field concerns. Co-host Jim Monos relives red flags past inside the NFL draft room. Also, his Buffalo Bills possessed another large man who violently moved other large men on a football field: Marcell Dareus. Is the comparson fair? Yes and no. (Also: Here's the feature referenced on the podcast that I wrote on Dareus at the Buffalo News: https://buffalonews.com/sports/bills/bills-dareus-keeps-playing-through-life-s-losses/article_be1b05a5-f8a3-5141-9ecc-afa19476e595.html)Bob McGinn's 39th annual draft series begins Wednesday, April 18. It's accessible to all paid subscribers at Go Long: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.Head on out to Fattey Beer Company's Orchard Park location Wednesday, April 26 for a pre-draft extravaganza! Details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-time-for-a-go-long-draft-bashLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Rebuilding? Maybe. But this is a team that can win in this year's NFC. A quick solo pod today, with thoughts on the Green Bay Packers as the draft closes in.Make sure your subscription is locked and loaded with Bob McGinn's 39th annual draft series set to begin Wednesday: https://www.golongtd.com/p/bob-mcginns-39th-draft-series-beginsAlso, Jim Monos and myself will be at Fattey Beer Company on Wednesday, April 26, to hang out. Details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-time-for-a-go-long-draft-bashLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Jim Monos sees a lost cause.I see an extremely high ceiling and an extremely low floor. Full column at GoLongTD.com: https://www.golongtd.com/p/how-anthony-richardson-becomes-aWe engage in a hearty debate live at Fattey Beer's Orchard Park location. Be sure to subscribe to Go Long to get Bob McGinn's entire 39th annual draft series, beginning next week: www.golongtd.com/subscribeRate, review and share to grow the pod... thanks everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribers to GoLongTD.com can read the full mailbag. Thanks to all who submitted questions: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mailbag-did-miami-close-the-gapHere's a pod preview of the written content, with thoughts on the Denver Broncos' peculiar offseason and the Miami Dolphins chase of Buffalo.Also, I chatted with Hall of Famer Ron Wolf about the Packers and quarterback hunting in today's NFL: https://www.golongtd.com/p/ron-wolf-the-packers-and-a-philosophyThanks all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Arguably nobody knows the quarterback's game better than Mike Rodak of AL.com. He has seen every snap. He covered Tua Tagovailoa, Mac Jones and Jalen Hurts at Alabama. (And he'll forever hold a special place in the hearts of Bills fans.)Rodak's insight is exceptional.Even given Anthony Richardson's unique size, speed and power arm, it'll be awfully difficult for any team to pass on Young.You can follow Rodak's coverage of the Crimson Tide at AL.com and follow him on Twitter @mikerodak.As always, we'd love to have you as a paid subscriber at Go Long. Thanks to all who have joined! www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hear the former Buffalo Bills quarterback (and Buccaneers champ) like never before on this Happy Hour Replay. To join our hangouts sessions, upgrade to a VIP membership. You'll get a hoodie, a signed "Blood and Guts" and full Happy Hour access. And, please, let me know who YOU want to hang out with: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingRob Johnson details all elements of the quarterback controversy with Doug Flutie and shares countless never-told-before stories.Enjoy.To get a sense for these Happy Hours, you can sift through all replays in the archive: https://www.golongtd.com/s/happy-hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

That's right! We'd love for YOU to join tonight's Happy Hour with former Buffalo Bills quarterback Rob Johnson. The man will have many, many stories to share on Flutiemania, the Music City Miracle, his concussions and, hey, the man did win a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. You're invited. Just bang this link at 6 p.m. EST (Friday): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88986912039?pwd=ZnVVTkRRVWhqajJlNW1Ya1AyS21IQT09Typically, all Zoom Happy Hours are for our VIP members but we'd love to give you a sense of what they're like free of charge tonight. If you'd like access to all future Happy Hours, you can upgrade any time: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingGet to know Rob Johnson ahead of time with our Q&A from two years ago: https://www.golongtd.com/p/concussions-flutiemania-a-miracleAnd here's the Music City Miracle oral history mentioned on the pod I wrote from my Buffalo News days: https://buffalonews.com/sports/bills/years-later-the-miracle-lingers-on-for-bills/article_43635fa0-9ada-5b12-a33f-f42cf3ddb3e6.htmlHope to see you tonight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This draft could be special at the position. Here's why the position's so important.A solo pod today.To learn how tight ends are saving the sport itself, grab your copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0At Go Long, I also have a Friday Feature live on Kansas City's Jody Fortson. His rise from South Park H.S. in Buffalo to two-time Super Bowl champion is wild: https://www.golongtd.com/p/no-surrender-no-retreat-jody-fortsonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Greetings! We come at you live from Fattey Beer in the village of Hamburg, NY, with some jazz music in the background. Did Calais Campbell choosing Atlanta tell us that we should start taking these Falcons seriously? We saw quite reaction on this take. Here on the podcast, it's time to delve deeper.Co-host Jim Monos worked with GM Terry Fontenot in New Orleans and there was definitely a common DNA thread to their signings this spring. Of course, the big question is whether or not Desmond Ridder is the answer at quarterback. After the Falcons talk, we revisit the Buffalo Bills' (very) public message to Josh Allen. Here's thinking they need to let Allen be Allen: https://www.golongtd.com/p/let-josh-allen-be-himself.You can get everything Go Long has to offer by subscribing to the site today at www.golongtd.com/subscribe. We'd love to have you as a member.And stick around for a pre-dinner maneuver that just may change your life...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Miss the story and full Q&A at Go Long? Here are LeRoy Butler's full thoughts: https://www.golongtd.com/p/leroy-butler-weighs-in-that-g-willThe Pro Football Hall of Famer -- the man who invented the Lambeau Leap and is the team's No. 1 ambassador -- did not mince words when it comes to Aaron Rodgers.I figured we'd include a few segments from the conversation here on the podcast. Considering a VIP subscription? We'll have Rob Johnson on the Happy Hour this Friday night to chat about the quarterback controversy with Doug Flutie no one will ever forget: https://www.golongtd.com/p/next-friday-rob-johnson-hangs-withLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's never a coincidence. For a player to last a full 10 years in the NFL, he's got to have a special fight to him.That is most certainly the case with longtime safety Tavon Wilson. He spent his decade in the NFL with New England, Detroit, Indianapolis and San Francisco. After a full year out of the game, he's at peace with life post-football, too. Be sure to read our longform feature on Wilson from two years ago right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-moments-that-made-tavon-wilsonHere on the podcast, Wilson relives the most harrowing and intense moments from his life -- including losing his mother in drowning accident -- and dishes on everything from his playing days, including what it's really like to play for Bill Belichick.As always, subscribe to Go Long to get all stories: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.And when you upgrade to VIP status, you'll gain access to all of our Happy Hours with players from around the NFL. This Friday night, you can relive the quarterback controversy heard 'round the world with former Buffalo Bills starter Rob Johnson: https://www.golongtd.com/p/next-friday-rob-johnson-hangs-withLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Calais Campbell signing is interesting. If this veteran -- at this point of his career -- is actively choosing Atlanta, this organization must be doing something right.Now, the billion-dollar question: Is Desmond Ridder really the guy? They think so.Here's a quick first look at the Falcons with more to follow once we get Jim Monos back on. Subscribe to Go Long at www.golongtd.com/subscribe to get all content!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Lamar Jackson publicly makes his intentions known. Which team could enter the chat? A solo episode today to discuss. Subscribe to Go Long at www.golongtd.com/subscribe to get all profiles, columns and podcasts.Also, be sure to rate, review and share the podcast if you enjoy!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills conversation must continue with the team's head coach declaring that Josh Allen needs to run less. An odd statement, true, but a statement that also aligns with how Sean McDermott has operated each postseason. We explain why the Bills cannot -- and likely will not -- water down their best player's game. Also, we talk evolution in pro football and why team's need to be open-minded. Look no further than what Tony Gonzalez did to the tight end position... even if it meant nearly getting into a fight with Mike Mularkey. "Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is available everywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0What's Sean Payton's plan in Denver with Russell Wilson? Co-host Jim Monos sees a lane. And we add another fella to the Worst Person pantheon... Cologne Guy. You can subscribe to Go Long any time at www.golongtd.com/subscribe.A subscription will get you access to our most recent column on the Bills' direction: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-buffalo-bills-can-win-the-superAnd if you want to gain full Happy Hour access, in addition to receiving a Go Long hoodie and copy of "Blood and Guts," go VIP today: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Jamal Lewis hangs out with Go Long VIP subscribers. To upgrade and join future Happy Hours, bang it here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLet us know who you want to throw back a beer with and Go Long will track 'em down. The Baltimore Ravens great may be suffering from scary CTE symptoms today but, as he explains, he'd do it all over again. Lewis was candid on a variety of topics:Life today. Finding his why. He’s a busy man in Atlanta.What made those 2000 Ravens so special. Tony Siragusa and Shannon Sharpe usually had teammates in stitches… and the rookie Lewis suspiciously was left paying most limo bills.His Tennessee Vol days, playing with Peyton Manning and his thoughts on NIL.The most vicious hit he ever took on the field. (It involves Sean Taylor.)How football served as his saving grace, his outlet in the Adamsville neighborhood of Atlanta, Ga. The reason for his choppy running style? The field he used to play on was covered in glass.Reconciling the violence of football. We all were questioning our relationship with the sport when Damar Hamlin nearly died on a field. And here’s Lewis, battling darker thoughts to this day. He explains why he’d still play a decade in the NFL and absorb all the collisions he did.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This was fun.I joined Matthew Coller of Purple Insider to dissect everything Vikings, Packers and NFC North. What's the Vikings' plan of attack with all of this roster shuffling? And why is Green Bay so adamant to rid itself of Aaron Rodgers? Is a trade close? Is Jordan Love better than Rodgers right now? We get into everything, including whether you'd take the Lions' steady build or Justin Fields' upside long term. As always, be sure to subscribe to Go Long at www.golongtd.com/subscribe to get all of our coverage. You can also subscribe to Coller's exceptional Vikings-centric Substack at purpleinsider.substack.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Become a VIP subscriber at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingWhen you do, you'll get a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football," a Go Long hoodie and FULL Zoom Happy Hour access with players from across the country. Tonight, we welcome on Baltimore Ravens great, Jamal Lewis. Ask the NCAA and Super Bowl champion anything you'd like over a beer. The link is here upon upgrading: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-jamal-lewis-to-hang-withLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a life it's been for Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin. He lost both his mother and grandmother before playing a down at Syracuse. Both women made him the man he is today. Read the full Q&A over at GoLongTD.com, too, if you'd like. Franklin emerged as one of the best linebackers in the league last season. Problem is, his Colts went 4-12-1. This hour, he opens up on everything...How both women made him the person he is today.The moment he nearly quit football, and why that day in seventh grade shaped him.All of the losing at Syracuse. It served a purpose.A surreal 2022 season for the Jeff Saturday-led Colts.What he wants to see out of the Colts’ next starting quarterback.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Who separated themselves in free agency? The Jacksonville Jaguars were proof that spending in March can pay off. And across the league, owners and GMs were smart this spring.Look no further than the Carolina Panthers, a team that wisely spent after acquiring the first pick in the NFL draft.Miss our longform column on the Buffalo Bills' direction? Subscribers can read in full here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-buffalo-bills-can-win-the-superThere's still a little time to take advantage of our 30% off special, too: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=4fd98c2fLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

They're very, very close. Here on the podcast, with co-host Jim Monos, we discuss if the Buffalo Bills are taking the right steps toward winning the Super Bowl once and for all. We like their signings. They're adding tough players who'll contribute immediately. Now, Buffalo just needs a philosophical change. To get my longform column on the need for Buffalo's philosophical change, subscribe today: www.golongtd.com/subscribe Be sure to rate, review, and share with a friend... thank you!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills are clearly avid Go Long readers, eh? Last week, they signed Deonte Harty, who shared his story in 2021: https://www.golongtd.com/p/last-month-deonte-harris-nearly-quitOn Monday, Trent Sherfield was added to the wide receiver room. He opened up about his turbulent football life ahead of free agency: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-trent-sherfield-prophecySeems like a swell time to share my conversation with Sherfield here in the podcast feed. What a road it's been. Sherfield was a victim of some good 'ol fashioned NFL politics, as you'll learn. His work ethic is rare, and he proved in Miami what he's capable of. Considering a Go Long subscription? You've got two days left to take advantage of our 30% off special. Choose the annual rate and we'll send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=4fd98c2fLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hey! What about those New York Giants? To get the front-office perspective on GM Joe Schoen's plan, we bring on co-host Jim Monos. The Bills decided to still tear things down after winning nine games in 2017. Why did Schoen choose a different path? We discuss. We meander.The old Rex Ryan Bills enter the chat with Monos reliving the Percy Harvin signing. Somehow, Janoris Jenkins and Cliff Harris from the 2012 draft are brought up. The crazy Florida Gators days, too. And the Atlanta Falcons sure didn't hesitate to spend. Then again, they're quarterbacked by Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke at the moment. Bold strategy. You can read my column on the Giants at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-new-york-giants-had-a-phenomenalBravo, Green Bay: https://www.golongtd.com/p/bravo-green-bayThrough Monday, you can upgrade to a full Go Long membership at 30% off. Choose the annual rate and you'll also receive a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=4fd98c2fLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a week for the New York Giants. GM Joe Schoen was able to lock up Daniel Jones, and the contract is more team-friendly than you may think. Saquon Barkley sticks around on the tag. And they hope they found a new featured weapon in the passing game: tight end Darren Waller.To dive into it all, I'm joined by Pat Leonard of The New York Daily News. He's an NFL columnist, a Giants beat writer and the host of his own podcast, "Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard." https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talkin-ball-with-pat-leonard/id1642747025This week, you can subscribe to Go Long to get all of our content at 30% off. At the annual rate, we'll also send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Bang it here: https://www.golongtd.com/4fd98c2fThanks, everyone.Be sure to rate, review and share the podcast with a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We check in with the exceptional Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated to see why the New York Jets are taking on the massive risk that is... Aaron Rodgers. After signs of decline in 2022 -- and general apathy -- it's fair to wonder if the four-time MVP is finished. So, why add a potentially malignant quarterback to a talented roster? GM Joe Douglas has a good thing going. Orr brings a wealth of knowledge on the Jets and, particularly, OC Nathaniel Hackett. Be sure to read all of his work at SI: https://www.si.com/author/conor-orrMiss our column on the Packers' big decision? It's available for subscribers. The Packers rediscovered their backbone: https://www.golongtd.com/p/bravo-green-bayThis week, you can subscribe to GoLongTD.com at a discounted rate. Join now at 30% off: https://www.golongtd.com/4fd98c2fLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Green Bay Packers have moved on to Jordan Love. The New York Jets want Aaron Rodgers.What's the hold-up? We discuss on the podcast.Also, Jimmy Garoppolo signs with the Las Vegas Raiders, Austin Ekeler wants more money and Tremaine Edmunds is off to the Chicago Bears. Will Buffalo go offense? We dive into all the headlines from the first day of "legal tampering" on the podcast i.e. the first day of free agency.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long to access all stories: www.golongtd.com/subscribeWe'd love to have you join our community today, especially with some big plans ahead this offseason.Thank you for rating, reviewing and sharing! Follow us on Twitter @TyDunne and @monos42 if you'd like as well.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Packers president says what Go Long readers have known -- the team is moving on to Jordan Love. A trade must be close given Mark Murphy's comments at the Wisconsin girls state basketball tournament. It doesn't get much more honest than this.On a solo pod, I get into Murphy's comments, the blockbuster trade between Carolina and Chicago and why Miami picked up Tua Tagovailoa's fifth-year option. Thank you for subscribing to Go Long! New around here? You can join right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribe.Also, our profile on Trent Sherfield's NFL journey is live at the site. Prospects are being romanticized this time of year. Sherfield's fight represents the true NFL story. It's not always pretty. https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-trent-sherfield-prophecy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The case of Lamar Jackson is... curious. We examine an odd tag deadline day for the Ravens quarterback. Why did so many teams immediately declare their disinterest? The Ravens don't want to use Jimmy Haslam's deal as a blueprint but they should have never let it get to this point.Also, the New York Giants beat the clock to ink Daniel Jones. Don't be alarmed by that dollar figure.And what's the latest with Aaron Rodgers?Live from Fattey Beer Company, we explore it all.Subscribe at www.golongtd.com/subscribe for full coverage.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Don't be surprised if Aaron Rodgers waits longer. He's got a lot of leverage here, even if the Packers are itching to move on. For more clarity on the contract situation and Green Bay's exit strategy, I chat with my old pal at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: the excellent Tom Silverstein. He offers two surprise teams that could enter the chat if this drags on, and sheds more light on Jordan Love's development.Exceptional insight, as always, from the best Packers beat writer going.To get all stories, all podcasts delivered to your inbox in real time, subscribe to Go Long today at www.golongtd.com/subscribe.You can always upgrade to VIP status for a hoodie, a copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football," and full Happy Hour access with players around the league: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Over at GoLongTD.com, I've got a feature live on guard Jon Feliciano, who'd love to be back with the New York Giants. He was unbelievably candid on all things Bills, Giants and his tumultuous homeless life in South Florida: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mongos-revivalHere's our conversation for podcast listeners. Enjoy.Thinking about joining the community? Subscribe today at www.golongtd.com/subscribeAnd if you'd like the full Go Long experience, become a VIP right here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThanks, all.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There was a Bills bombshell here at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Leslie Frazier is stepping down as the team's defensive coordinator, and plans to return to coaching in 2024. Likely for another team.The what now? Come again?To make sense of it all, we plug in co-host Jim Monos. He knows the coach who was added to Buffalo's staff this offseason: Al Holcomb. We also discuss the Continuity vs. Change debate in pro football. Meanwhile, Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said plenty in what he did not say about Aaron Rodgers. That's discussed on the pod, and here's my column from Indy: https://www.golongtd.com/p/breaking-up-is-hard-to-doTo get everything Go Long has to offer, become a paid subscriber right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The position-by-position look back at the 2022 Green Bay Packers with a look ahead to 2023... and a ton of quarterback talk.To get all McGinn episodes -- with all reports on Aaron Rodgers -- subscribe to the Go Long newsletter right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeHis initial episode on why he's hearing Green Bay is moving on can be heard here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mcginn-why-the-packers-will-moveBob has covered the Packers and the NFL since 1979. His entire 13-part series on his decades covering the team is also accessible for subscribers: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-definitive-history-of-the-greenLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The position-by-position look back at the 2022 Green Bay Packers with a look ahead to 2023... and a ton of quarterback talk. To get all McGinn episodes -- with all reports on Aaron Rodgers -- subscribe to the Go Long newsletter right here: www.golongtd.com/subscribeHis initial episode on why he's hearing Green Bay is moving on can be heard here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mcginn-why-the-packers-will-moveBob has covered the Packers and the NFL since 1979. His entire 13-part series on his decades covering the team is also accessible for subscribers: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-definitive-history-of-the-greenLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The conversation continues with a look a the other three quarterbacks whose futures are unknown.Jim Monos loves what the Ravens are doing, and sees this franchise shelling out a long-term deal soon.Daniel Jones won't get 45 mill, but he should at least ask. He remains fascinating: https://www.golongtd.com/p/is-daniel-jones-the-futureDerek Carr? The Saints make sense...Subscribe to GoLongTD.com for full coverage through the quarterback madness.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

On Part I, Jim Monos and myself talk Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love. The first domino will fall in Green Bay.Our longtime NFC exec believes Rodgers stays in Green Bay or retires, though sees the value in going all-in on Jordan Love.Miss our Jordan Love feature? It's available for GoLongTD.com subscribers: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-jordan-love-timeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's a perfect time to subscribe to Go Long. The full episode with Bob McGinn detailing why the Packers are prepared to move from Aaron Rodgers is available at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mcginn-why-the-packers-will-moveI also have a feature story available on Jordan Love here, with interviews from coaches and teammates, Utah State to Green Bay: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-jordan-love-timeHere's a snippet from my conversation with McGinn. We'll be recording a second part soon, which will also be available for paid subscribers at Go Long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Become a Go Long VIP member to hang out with players around the NFL: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThis past Friday night, T.J. Lang joined members to relive his hard-partying days in Green Bay and explain how he turned his life around. Lang takes us through all the highs and lows and answers your questions.Is there a player you want to share a beer with on Zoom? Become a VIP and let me know. We'll make it happen.Thank you for your patronage! www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Our Happy Hours continue Friday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. (EST). We'll be kicking back with T.J. Lang, a Packers/Lions great. Become a VIP member today to get a Go Long hoodie, a copy of "Blood and Guts" and full access to all Happy Hours with players from around the NFL: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

In Part II of our Super Bowl podcast discussion, we examine the other team in this classic: Philly. Jalen Hurts was spectacular. The defense was not. And there's one fourth down Nick Sirianni probably wants back. Roads typically lead back to Buffalo on the podcast. What can Buffalo learn from this Super Bowl, and where do they start business this offseason?Become a VIP subscriber at Go Long today to join our Happy Hours! https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

First up, a full conversation on Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and the Chiefs. The quarterback continues to amaze everyone who watches this sport. Reid had his best big-game performance as a coach. And what about that flag? Exactly how bad was it?He is an inevitable presence: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-inevitability-of-patrick-mahomesThe Happy Hour hangouts with players around the NFL will be ramping up all offseason. To join, become a Go Long VIP subscriber right here. Would love to know who YOU want to hang out with: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Do you want to hang out with NFL players at Go Long? Become a VIP subscriber today for full access: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingNext up? Jamaal Williams. He was exceptional. The rushing touchdown champ was wild story... to story... to story. You won't want to miss him on his own darkness retreat, Harry Potter, anime, breaking his hand this season, Dan Campbell, many Packers/Lions stories, dealing with depression last offseason and a ton more.Thanks to all for joining. We'd love to have you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hey, there's a take.But hear Jim Monos out. Our resident co-host has some (very) strong thoughts on the Kansas City Chiefs' head man. We also look back at the iconic 2017 Mahomes draft once more and discuss the Philadelphia Eagles' offensive line. I hit record live from The Desmond in downtown Phoenix -- a great spot. And, as always, this pod is fueled by Fattey Beer Company.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long at www.golongtd.com/subscribe to gain access to Thursday night's Happy Hour with Jamaal Williams! https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-hang-out-with-jamaal-williamsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Meet Philadelphia's own Rocky Balboa, an undrafted safety who goes by "Ghost." You can read the full story at Go Long: From Nick Saban's slight at a high school camp (he wishes the coach flat-out slapped him in the face instead) to a Texas Tibia Massacre, Blakenship shares his wild story with us. Make sure you subscribe to Go Long to get all Super Bowl coverage, all week long. We'll have a special Happy Hour Thursday night for subscribers: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Zach Berman of The Athletic joins the show to discuss how in the hell Philly got to this Super Bowl. Wasn't it just a couple seasons ago that this team was in total disarray? Be sure to follow Zach on Twitter @ZBerm, and follow all of his work covering the Eagles: https://theathletic.com/author/zach-berman/We get into the three key figures who changed this team: Jalen Hurts, Nick Sirianni and A.J. Brown. (Of course, GM Howie Roseman is central to it all.) It's a great time to subscribe, too! Go Long is heading to Phoenix for Super Bowl week. Take advantage of our deal right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/go-long-is-heading-to-super-bowlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

With the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl, it's only right to spend an episode reminiscing about Jim Monos' early days as an NFL scout in Philly. Jim looks back to his Brian Westbrook scouting trip and what it was like to work with current GM Howie Roseman. They both had their own cubicles at Eagles HQ, and Roseman showed an interest in the bigger picture back then.Also, Sean Payton is back. What do we make of the the former Super Bowl champion choosing the Denver Broncos?Subscribe to Go Long today to get all Super Bowl coverage. I'll be spending the week in Phoenix, and would love to bring you along for the ride: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The 1989 draft set the course for several franchises, and the most electrifying player in the history of the sport was central to it all.Our Bob McGinn has the exceptional story on Barry Sanders at Go Long right here for our paid subscribers: https://www.golongtd.com/p/there-is-only-one-barry-sandersWhy did Green Bay pass on Sanders? How did Detroit come around to loving Sanders?What made Barry Sanders truly unique as a player and a person?We'd love to have you join our community. Read the full story at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Lest we forget there was another conference championship game played on Sunday. We talked plenty about the Chiefs-Bengals game right here with Jim Monos. How about Eagles-49ers? Here's a quick solo pod on what went down at The Linc. Jalen Hurts hasn't been throwing the ball much... but does it matter? Not when they're beating you over the head with this kind of rushing attack. Also, it's fine time to subscribe to GoLongTD.com. We'll be revving up some Happy Hours for VIP members very soon. Get full Zoom Happy Hour access + a sleek new Go Long hoodie + a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" by upgrading today: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThanks, everyone!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The best player in the league reminds everybody why he's the best player in the league. Also, Chris Jones dominates. And the Kansas City Chiefs' smart team-building strategy is on full display. Jim Monos is back to co-host and discuss a wild, wild AFC Championship Game. Over in the NFC, there was not much of a title game played.And already, teams are plotting quarterback plans. (Aaron Rodgers to the Jets? Tom Brady to... the 49ers?) We discuss some early possibilities. Subscribe to Go Long today to get full Super Bowl coverage! I'll be traveling to Phoenix next week. All content for subscribers: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's Championship Sunday. Hey, here is some sound from the Bengals locker room.You can read the full feature on "The Villains" in Cincinnati right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-villains-how-true-disrespectLove 'em. Hate 'em. This has become the most entertaining team -- and, really, position group -- in the NFL. On this mini episode, hear from cornerback Eli Apple, safety Vonn Bell and cornerbacks coach Charles Burks. As always, subscribe to Go Long to get all of our playoff coverage: www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

I'm joined by the Niners Wire's Kyle Madson to break down the NFC Championship Game.Can Brock Purdy withstand the Eagles pass rush? What makes Fred Warner special? This game is bound to leave all with bruises.Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get all of our playoff coverage. Live now is a feature on the Cincinnati Bengals going full villain: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-villains-how-true-disrespectLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's about time we talked about the Chiefs. Joshua Brisco, the co-host of The Zone and host of Chiefs Postgame on @SportsRadio810 joins the podcast for a rollicking good time.What's up with Patrick Mahomes' ankle?Is "Burrowhead" really motivation in KC? How scary is Chris Jones?And many times over, this episode careens off the rails.Be sure to subscribe to GoLongTD.com for full NFL playoff coverage. Live right now is a feature on "The Villains" in Cincinnati: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-villains-how-true-disrespectLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com for our full playoff coverage. On today's solo podcast, I zoom out to explore whether or not Brock Purdy's success will more teams to get by on the cheap at quarterback.Make sure to check out the site for our coverage in Cincinnati soon, too.Thanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

A solo podcast to start your morning. Here's a quick first preview of the conference championship games... with a little more Buffalo Bills talk.Go Long paid subscribers can read the analysis from last Sunday -- how Sean McDermott surrendered again -- right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/sean-mcdermott-surrenders-againHow will Patrick Mahomes' high-ankle sprain affect him? One former Hall of Fame quarterback could provide a clue. (But Cincinnati is loaded.)And the Eagles' defensive line may force Brock Purdy to finally play from behind.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There was a playoff game played at Highmark Stadium on Sunday, but the Bills didn't appeared too interested in participating.Sean McDermott's team was outclassed in every possible way.We try to make sense of it all in the immediate aftermath. Subscribe to GoLongTD.com for a column on the loss Monday AM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Our 2023 Happy Hours have begun at GoLongTD.com. First up: Stevie Johnson.As always, this is YOUR chance to hang out with NFL players, past and present. We want to bring you as close to real pro football as possible. So grab a beer and ask these guys anything you'd like on Friday nights.Happy Hours will be exclusive to our VIP members. Upgrade right here today: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingA VIP membership gets you full Happy Hour access, a Go Long hoodie and a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football."This is about you. Tell me who YOU want to hang out with, and we'll make it happen.Thanks, everyone. Enjoy a man who needs no introduction. Stevie was fantastic.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long again catches up with the New York Giants' rising star at wide receiver: Isaiah Hodgins.His story is an inspiring one, and he's scripting it week to week.Read the full feature at GoLongTD.com right here if you'd like: https://www.golongtd.com/p/hes-been-building-for-this-his-entireLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You can read our full story on the Jacksonville Jaguars' turnaround at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/were-not-scared-of-anything-yes-itHere is part of my conversation with second-year tackle Walker Little. He offers insight into Doug Pederson's speech at midseason that turned Jacksonville's season around, the comeback vs. the Chargers, Trevor Lawrence and the team's mentality into Arrowhead. Subscribers, remember to join the Stevie Johnson Hour Hour TONIGHT at 6 p.m. All details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-hang-out-with-stevie-johnsonAnd on Saturday night, we'll be hosting a live podcast at Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY: https://www.golongtd.com/p/live-podcast-join-us-at-fattey-beerLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Join us at Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY at 6 p.m. on SATURDAY for a co-pod bonanza. The excellent Paul Dehner Jr and Jay Morrison of The Athletic join myself and Jim Monos to talk all things Bills and Bengals.There will be beer. There will be ice cream, supplied by Graeter's Ice Cream. There will be copies of "The Blood and Guts" to purchase if you'd like!We hope to see you there. We'll start recording around 6, and then hang out afterward. Cannot wait to meet you all. Also, Stevie Johnson is going to join GoLongTD.com subscribers for an exclusive Happy Hour on Friday. All details are right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-hang-out-with-stevie-johnsonAfter this one, all Happy Hours will be exclusive to our VIP members. Become a VIP right here for Happy Hour access, a Go Long hoodie and a signed copy of "Blood and Guts." https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's been far too long since we discussed the Dallas Cowboys. That changes this episode with Michael Gehlkin, the exceptional Cowboys beat writer at The Dallas Morning News. Today, Gehlkin shares rare insight into quarterback Dak Prescott and tries to get inside the mind of kicker Brett Maher after his record-setting four missed extra points. Cowboys-49ers should be appointment viewing. Subscribers, make sure you join the Friday night Happy Hour with Stevie Johnson. Details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-hang-out-with-stevie-johnsonAlso, on Saturday night, we'll have a live podcast at Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY. Details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/live-podcast-join-us-at-fattey-beerLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're splitting our podcast talk into two different episodes to wrap up the wild card games. First up, the AFC. Buffalo and Cincinnati advanced but, holy, it was not easy. We discuss what went wrong for the heavily-favored Bills and begin to preview the divisional round showdown.Subscribe to Go Long today. Live right now? Daniel Jones arrives.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

GoLongTD.com's Bob McGinn dissects the Packers' 20-16 loss to the Lions as only he can. Similar to his weekly breakdowns last season, McGinn takes it position by position.Next week, he'll zoom out to examine the team's outlook as a whole.Subscribe today to get all of McGinn's content, including his excellent look back at the Indianapolis Colts' decision to draft Peyton Manning: https://www.golongtd.com/p/peyton-manning-and-the-decision-thatLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Live from Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY, here is our pre-playoff podcast. We stay on the Buffalo Bills with special guest Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News. Just how powerful is this whole Damar Hamlin situation now for the Bills? He's back home. He just may run through the tunnel soon. Are the Bills a team of destiny, or will the Cincinnati Bengals or Kansas City Chiefs have a say? We examine all angles.Subscribe to Go Long at www.GoLongTD.com/subscribe for full playoff coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Isaiah McKenzie heard that Damar Hamlin did not have a pulse and thought his teammate died on the football field. What was possibly going through everyone's heads that night in Cincinnati. Thank God, Hamlin has recovered and is back in Buffalo. With that good news as the backdrop, McKenzie can reflect with full blow-by-blow account on the eighth and final episode of The Isaiah McKenzie Show.On the field, teammates were shellshocked.Inside the locker room, Mitch Morse spoke up.Also, McKenzie explains what this means for the sport of football, how head coach Sean McDermott has evolved over the years and takes questions at a jam-packed Mister's Bar & Lanes.The NFL playoffs are here. Don't miss any coverage by becoming a paid subscriber at www.golongtd.com/subscribe.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What we all saw on Monday Night Football in Cincinnati was horrifying.But what’s it like as an NFL player to think your teammate died on a football field? On our eighth and final episode of “The Isaiah McKenzie Show,” the Buffalo Bills wide receiver relives the trauma.It’s true. Players thought they lost Damar Hamlin for good.Then, Hamlin started breathing again.Then, everyone headed into the locker room and it was veteran center Mitch Morse who spoke up. From the field… to the locker room… to playing football again back in Buffalo… to what this all means for the Bills, McKenzie takes you through it all. Were players prepared to take the field again? How did Sean McDermott lead in the moment? How should we view the sport itself? We get into everything and take questions from the audience. It’s been a year full of adversity for both the city and the football team. As far as McKenzie sees it, this season has only one logical conclusion. And as you all know, Hamlin has enjoyed a miraculous recovery. He’s already back in Buffalo. A huge thank you to everyone who has come out to the live show all season long. Mister’s Bar & Lanes was packed Monday night. It’s been a pleasure.You can watch and listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…* Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. Rams* Ep 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?* Ep 3: “I couldn’t move”* Ep 4: The Bills-Chiefs rematch is here* Ep 5: It's gut-check time for the Buffalo Bills* Ep 6: Is this Isaiah's last dance?* Ep 7: How the Buffalo Bills find ways to winAlso: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.GoLongTD.com is completely powered by our readers. New to the site? Become a paid subscriber today to get all NFL coverage through the postseason: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Who plays who? Who'll win? A quick first look.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long for full NFL postseason coverage: golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Playoff spots are on the line. Go ahead and LOCK these picks in. They're good as gold. Read full coverage at GoLongTD.com.And remember to make your way over to the chat inside the Substack app to hang out with other readers during the games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Damar Hamlin has entered the fight of his life. The signs, so far, are good. This is the scariest thing any of us have seen on a football field.We try to make sense of something so senseless here on the podcast, discussing the amazing life of Damar Hamlin, the night itself and what this means for the sport of football.You can learn who Hamlin is as a person in this GoLongTD.com feature from July 2021: https://www.golongtd.com/p/why-damar-hamlin-is-exactly-whatHere is my column as well: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-light-in-footballs-most-horrificThanks, everyone.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

A live show!Go Long hit the road for what may be the biggest regular-season game this NFL season. So much playoff positioning is on the line tonight at Paycor Stadium between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals are the hottest team in the league, while the Bills are trying to lock down the No. 1 seed with two more wins. I join Paul Dehner Jr. and Jay Morrison, the exceptional Bengals beat writers at The Athletic and hosts of "Hear This Podcast Growling" for this co-pod event at 50 West Brewing. And, wow, what a turnout. The brewery was jam-packed. A huge thank you to everyone who came out to say hello. Be sure to read all coverage at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

GoLongTD.com is completely powered by YOU. No corporations, no advertisers. You have ONE MORE DAY to take advantage of our holiday special. CLICK THIS LINK to subscribe at 25% off. When you choose the annual rate ($37.50 the first year), I will also be in touch to send you a personally signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." When you upgrade, you'll gain full access to everything at Go Long, including our feature on Daniel Jones and the New York Giants' big decision: https://www.golongtd.com/p/is-daniel-jones-the-futureLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribers can read the full 7,000 words on Daniel Jones' future at Go Long right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/is-daniel-jones-the-futureThe Giants are one win away from the playoffs. A major decision at quarterback looms. Go Long chatted with the likes of Rich Gannon, Chris Simms and Kurt Warner to see where this could go. Jones has shown toughness and leadership... does he warrant a second deal?Here on the podcast, we pose this question to a man who has been in this situation: co-host Jim Monos. (I also shared the LinkedIn message received from one member of the Giants organization.) Remember through New Year's Day, you can subscribe to Go Long at 25% off and ALSO get a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football:" https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=8081e73aLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Are they good? Bad? We debate. Jim Monos has concerns, while I see a path. How the Minnesota Vikings perform at Lambeau Field Sunday will say plenty about this team. On this episode of the podcast, we each offer one team that's a threat to the top five and one team that could disappoint.Also, we touch on the awful storm in Buffalo. As Monos knows from his New Orleans days, football can help through brutal times like this.And down in Miami, Tua Tagovailoa is... back in the concussion protocol. A rough development. All teams need more eyeballs on all players every play.Remember: Through the New Year, you can take advantage of our special 25% off special at GoLongTD.com to get everything Go Long has to offer: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=8081e73aLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He had no clue what to expect. The 24 hours after Buffalo released him, Isaiah Hodgins didn't know where his family would go. To Buffalo's practice squad? To a new city? Then, the New York Giants called.Go Long chatted with the Giants' breakout starter at wide receiver. Here's the Q&A at GoLongTD.com: https://www.golongtd.com/p/isaiah-hodgins-ascends-the-skys-theHere's that chat for the podcast. Hodgins certainly wanted to play more in Buffalo, but he's grateful for everything he learned from Stefon Diggs 'n co. He's bringing Diggs' "attack mentality" to the Giants. New to Go Long? Subscribe at 25% off right here. When you sign up annually, I'll also send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=8081e73aMerry Christmas, everyone, and stay safe through this storm!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Buffalo, Cincinnati, Kansas City, Philadelphia, San Francisco.... and, yes, I'll throw those Minnesota Vikings in the mix after the greatest comeback ever.We know the heavy hitters as the playoffs near. But which team in each conference would be a terrifying matchup for anyone to face? And is capable of going on a run? Enjoy this solo pod and have a MERRY CHRISTMAS! Through the New Year, you can subscribe to GoLongTD.com to get everything Go Long has to offer at 25% off! Choose the annual rate, and you'll also receive a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Details: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?coupon=8081e73aAlso, the new VIP option will get you a Go Long hoodie, a signed copy of "Blood and Guts" and FULL ACCESS to a star-studded Zoom Happy Hour lineup in 2023. We want to bring you as close as possible to the game: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingMiss the two-part series on the hearbeat of the Buffalo Bills, Taiwan Jones? https://www.golongtd.com/p/taiwan-jones-is-the-buffalo-bills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The psychology of a Super Bowl contender matters in mid-December. Wins like this are a must.The Buffalo Bills trailed by eight in the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins, yet found a way. So… how? How do you quantify getting slugged in the jaw and knowing how to respond? We turn again to veteran slot receiver Isaiah McKenzie for answers. He agrees that the 2023 Bills respond in ways past editions could not. A good sign for a team trying to get over the hump. As always, the conversation leads us many directions… * His critical plays on the game-winning drive. McKenzie converted a third-and-2 and then drew a defensive pass interference on another third down. He dissects it all. * Josh Allen’s Superman leap of a two-point conversion to tie the game. Like many Bills fans, McKenzie is concerned what all of this running could mean for Allen’s long-term health. * His thoughts on Jakobi Meyers’ lateral that New England a game, ripped by many as the dumbest play in football history. How is this possible?* Cole Beasley’s return. What was McKenzie’s reaction? They’re pals, of course, but our co-host wasn’t shy last week in saying he’d like the ball more. * The frigid temps that await in Chicago. Good God.* Your questions. We had some phenomenal submissions at Mister’s Bar & Lanes with the podcast turning into everyone sharing their best ghost stories. You can watch and listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…* Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. Rams* Ep 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?* Ep 3: “I couldn’t move”* Ep 4: The Bills-Chiefs rematch is here* Ep 5: It's gut-check time for the Buffalo Bills* Ep 6: Is this Isaiah's last dance?Also: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.Go Long is powered by YOU. Join our community today. We’d love to have you. Both free and pay subscriptions are available. We have a Christmas special rolling, too...As always, McKenzie loves hanging out with the fans afterward. Mister’s Bar & Lanes is located at 206 Main St, East Aurora, NY 14052. Join us for the season finale on Monday, Jan. 9, at 6 p.m. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There is a value to winning close games. Seasons past, yes, the Buffalo Bills managed to lose games like this.On this episode of the Isaiah McKenzie -- powered by Go Long -- the team's veteran slot receiver explains how this team learned to punch back when an opponent throws that haymaker. Down by eight, Buffalo earned a crucial win in the snow against the Miami Dolphins. And, why not, we take everyone's best ghost stories in the crowd. Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com today to get all profiles, all features, all podcasts delivered directly to your email inbox. Right now, a VIP option also scores you a hoodie, a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football," and Happy Hour access with players past and present: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins meet for some December football. It will snow. There's no dome. This will be fun.Can Buffalo get its offense back on track with Cole Beasley back in town? It hasn't mattered of late with how well the defense has played. And maybe most importantly: Will Tua Tagovailoa get his mojo back? GoLongTD.com turned to Kurt Warner for answers this week and we discuss on the podcast.Keep an eye on those frisky Detroit Lions, too.We also take everyone's most ridiculous non-football questions, from The Muppet Christmas Carol to rather Jim Monos would eat at chain restaurants or bet the under the rest of his life. You can access "Go Long with Dunne and Monos" wherever you get your podcasts. Right now, if you upgrade to an annual paid subscription at Go Long, you'll receive a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Already a subscriber? Gift a sub to a friend at the annual rate and we'll do the same.Merry Christmas, everyone. Enjoy the games.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Tua Tagovailoa was lighting up the NFL. An MVP candidate. Everything - finally - was coming together.Two losses now have the Miami Dolphins descending... can he get his mojo back? We check in with Hall-of-Fame quarterback Kurt Warner to get answers. Subscribers can read the full feature at Go Long right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/somebodys-hit-you-in-the-mouth-hoferHere on the podcast feed, I figured we'd share a piece of that conversation. Thanks to all for joining our community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

DeVier Posey researched why college athletes should be paid, gave a 30-minute speech to his class and decided he didn't give "a f--k about the rules anymore." He sold his gear for money at Ohio State. The scandal shook the sports world but, looking back? He was ahead of his time. We lionize the stars in this game. Posey's story represents what survival in this sport really looks like. ICYMI, we have the Q&A up at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/pain-is-glory-devier-posey-is-theI figured we'd include the chat here on the podcast feed.Remember, when you upgrade to an annual subscription at Go Long, you'll get a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Current subscribers can get a copy by gifting an annual sub. Let's keep this community growing -- thank you all! www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This has been an interesting season for Isaiah McKenzie.To put it mildly. Since our last episode, the Buffalo Bills’ wide receiver has experienced highs and lows. He tore up the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day for 96 yards and a touchdown. He caught all five balls thrown his way in New England for 44 yards. Then, in Buffalo’s 20-12 win over the New York Jets on Sunday, he had a pair of drops that ignited the furor of a Bills fan or two.McKenzie always keeps it real for listeners of “The Isaiah McKenzie Show” here at GoLongTD.com. That’s the goal: Give everyone a true inside look at the life of an NFL player. On Episode 6 of Season 2, The Face of the Franchise is candid as ever. A few topics discussed…* The offense’s malaise. What’s up? Where did the juggernaut of yesteryear go? * Collecting wins, making no apologies. It’s much easier to work through an offensive funk when you work your way to No. 1 seed in the AFC. Miami hasn’t been so lucky through its funk. * McKenzie’s drops. The elements have been a problem for all of the Bills’ receivers. He breaks it down. He hears your criticism loud and clear. * McKenzie’s role. He’s honest. He says the film doesn’t lie. It’s pretty clear that McKenzie believes he’s getting open and would like to see the ball more in this offense. It should also be noted that we recorded the pod on Monday night, before the Bills brought back Cole Beasley. * Dolphins rematch. McKenzie cannot wait to welcome Miami to the cold… even if he’d still prefer to play in a dome. How can the Bills lean into their homefield advantage. * A WILD travel story. Remember McKenzie’s tweet about needing a ride from Pittsburgh to Buffalo? He supplies the full play-by-play detail. * Last Dance? And, yes, Isaiah McKenzie absolutely buries the lede on our show. While taking questions, he mentions the idea of retiring in passing and… what!? It’s true. McKenzie says he seriously will retire if the Bills win the Super Bowl. (He’ll also enjoy his first sip of alcohol at that point, too.)You can watch and listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…* Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. Rams* Ep 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?* Ep 3: “I couldn’t move”* Ep 4: The Bills-Chiefs rematch is here* Ep 5: It's gut-check time for the Buffalo BillsAlso: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.Go Long is powered by YOU. Join our community today. We’d love to have you.Both free and pay subscriptions are available: We have two shows left! As always, McKenzie loves hanging out with the fans afterward. Mister’s Bar & Lanes is located at 206 Main St, East Aurora, NY 14052.I’ll also have copies of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football” to sign:* Monday, Dec. 19* Monday, Jan. 9 This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills beloved "face of the franchise" is candid as ever. Isaiah McKenzie discusses the state of the team's shaky offense, the drops and his frustrations. He's getting wide open but not seeing a high volume of targets. McKenzie also shares a hilarious travel story and buries the lede. At the tail end of the pod, yes, McKenzie says he'll retire if the Bills win the Super Bowl. Remember, you can access all video, all audio of "The Isaiah McKenzie Show" right at GoLongTD.com.When you upgrade to a paid subscription -- at the annual rate -- I'll also send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." --> https://www.golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The picks are guaranteed. Lock them in.All stories: GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com to get the FULL story on New England Patriots' star Matthew Judon: https://www.golongtd.com/p/kill-or-be-killed-inside-the-madI hit the I-90 to sit down with Judon for an hour at Gillette Stadium. He did not disappoint. There is much more in the story linked above, including conversations with Josh Uche, Deatrich Wise and those who knew Judon best at Grand Valley State. The point? For all of us purists irate over the direction of the sport, a temperament like Judon supplies some hope. (It's not time to declare the 6-6 Patriots dead, either.)Here on the podcast, I figured it was worth sharing a handful of clips from my conversation.On the free mailing list at Go Long? Just listen to the podcast? Right now, when you subscribe to GoLongTD.com -- at the annual rate -- I'll send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." A paid subscriber? Thank you! Gift an annual subscription to a loved one and I'll send you a signed copy as well.Greatly appreciate your support, everyone.Feel free to rate and review the pod right here. Your support will keep this growing.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You don't replace Von Miller. This torn ACL will leave a mark. Still, co-host Jim Monos explains why he's still bullish on the Bills. Also, the 5-7 Detroit Lions are favorites against the 10-2 Minnesota Vikings. Why? Well, they look damn good right now. As always, be sure to subscribe to GoLongTD.com. Our takeout on Patriots maniac Matthew Judon drops Friday AM. Go Long visited with the star pass rusher for an hour in Foxborough. Thank you for your support. When you subscribe annually -- right now -- email me at golongtd@gmail.com and I'll send you a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." Already a member? Gift an annual subscription and you'll get some B & G, too.Thanks, everyone!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

That was ugly. We haven't seen New England wave the white flag like this since... since... when? These are two AFC East teams in very different states.The Buffalo Bills have to feel good about dominating in this fashion without their left tackle and All-Pro edge rusher. The Patriots? There are questions. Many questions.Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get all stories delivered to your email inbox."The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is also available everywhere, and makes for a great Christmas gift! https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Athletic's excellent Paul Dehner Jr. joins the show to break down the Cincinnati Bengals, a fascinating team that has it figured out top to bottom.Joe Burrow has cracked the codes defenses throw at him, but it's even bigger picture than this in Cincy. Dehner Jr. explains why less is more in Cincinnati's front office -- everyone is on the same page.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get all profiles, all longform delivered directly to your email inbox.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hopefully you've had a chance to read the two-part series on Tua Tagovailoa over at GoLongTD.com, available for subscribers here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/tua-time-part-i-beliefYou'll learn how the Miami Dolphins quarterback regained his confidence. It's quite fascinating.We continue the Tua dialogue with co-host Jim Monos on the podcast. As a longtime NFL scout and exec, what does Monos see? And where are the Dolphins and Bills as this NFL season heads into December? For a limited time, you can subscribe to Go Long at 25% off. With an annual subscription, you'll also receive a free signed copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football:" https://www.golongtd.com/0d8cf897Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Justin Fields gets it. Zach Wilson does not.Fields has a supreme physical gift. Wilson? We're still waiting. Now that we're 1 1/2 seasons in, we're starting to get clarity. The 2021 NFL Draft takes center stage on the podcast. We revisit the five quarterbacks taken, where they were taken and which teams have regret. Co-host Jim Monos also points out GM mistakes from recent drafts that may surprise you. We've got big things cooking at Go Long. Subscribe to get all longform journalism today: GoLongTD.com.And if you live in Western NY, I'll be at Fattey Beer's Orchard Park location to sell and sign books Sunday at noon. Come on out!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Are the New England Patriots going to little-brother the New York Jets again. We both think so. Your cold-hard LOCKS are right here.Grab a beer at Fattey Beer Company in Western New York, and enjoy the games.All football coverage is at GoLongTD.com, including this week's feature on Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals: https://www.golongtd.com/p/deja-vu-how-joe-burrow-can-returnHead on out to Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park on Sunday, Nov. 27 to buy a signed copy of "The Blood and Guts" and hang out, too. Details on our first two book-tour stops: https://www.golongtd.com/p/lets-hang-out-and-talk-blood-andLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long chatted with the man who knows Joe Burrow's game best: Cincinnati Bengals quarterbacks coach Dan Pitcher. Get the full story on Burrow and the Bengals over at Go Long, by subscribing right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/deja-vu-how-joe-burrow-can-returnPitcher shares fascinating intel on how defenses are playing the Bengals right now and the best way to counterpunch.How much did that Super Bowl loss sting? (A lot.)Also, Pitcher's own rise is quite interesting. The former D-III quarterback took advantage of coaching opportunities through hardships.As always, remember to secure your copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" ahead of Christmas. I'll also be at Fattey Beer Company to sell and sign copies on Sunday, Nov. 27, at noon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long checks back in with the longtime Buffalo Bills center to discuss his new book. Eric Wood has authored "Tackle What's Next: Own Your Story, Stack Wins, and Achieve Your Goals in Business and Life." Wood explains what you'll get out of his book and, of course, dives deep on these Buffalo Bills of today. What's up with Josh Allen? He has some thoughts. He still believes the Bills are the best team in the NFL. You can buy Eric's book today: https://www.amazon.com/Tackle-Whats-Next-Achieve-Business/dp/111993186X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32TKCNJP4K6AY&keywords=tackle+whats+next+eric+wood&qid=1668774090&s=books&sprefix=eric+wood%2Cstripbooks%2C244&sr=1-1And "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football:" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0And it's always a great time to join our full community at Go Long! Subscribe today to gain access to our gameday chats: GoLongTD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Pro football will always be more mental than physical. Beyond the 4.3 speed colliding at all conceivable angles, wins and losses are determined between the ears.So, let’s say hello to the 2022 Buffalo Bills. An ultra-talented team — the odds-on Super Bowl favorites — have struggled for 2 1/2 games now. And they’re also fresh off one of the most insane finishes you’ll ever see in a sporting event. On this episode of the Isaiah McKenzie Show at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY, the team’s slot receiver relives the finish in painstaking detail. From Dalvin Cook’s 81-yarder to the goal-line stand to the overtime interception, it’s still hard to wrap your brain around this 33-30 Vikings win. McKenzie can relate to Allen’s rut, too. He lived it. He’s been down. He explains why exactly the sport is so mental and how Allen can snap out of this funk. Everything is discussed this episode…* Buffalo’s second-half woes. Why does this look like a completely different team after halftime?* His plays from the game. Yes, he stepped out of bounds on Allen’s first interception. And, oh yes, he heard all of you screaming at home to get out of bounds on that field-goal drive at the end of the fourth quarter. * How suffocating is that feeling of pressure as a pro athlete? Fans, gamblers, the front office. As McKenzie explains, players feel the heat from all angles. * Justin Jefferson’s catch heard ‘round the world. Cam Lewis was understandably hurting after this loss — if the Bills DB knocks the ball down, the Bills win. * Isaiah McKenzie’s role the rest of the season. The Bills certainly could use a dependable receiver other than Stefon Diggs to shift this passing game to a higher gear.* How McKenzie met his girlfriend. (Cover your ears, kids.)As always, the goal of this show is to take you beyond the press conferences and locker room. We want to bring you as close as possible to this league at Go Long. Live around Western New York? Come on out to one of our three remaining live shows at Mister’s. All dates are below.You can watch or listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFY YOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…* Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. Rams* Ep 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?* Ep 3: “I couldn’t move”* Ep 4: The Bills-Chiefs rematch is hereAlso: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.Go Long is powered by YOU. Join our community today. Both free and pay subscriptions are available: We have three shows left! As always, McKenzie loves hanging out with the fans afterward. Mister’s Bar & Lanes is located at 206 Main St, East Aurora, NY 14052.I’ll also have copies of “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football” to sign:* Monday, Dec. 12* Monday, Dec. 19* Monday, Jan. 9 This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Time to panic? Not quite. But the player atop your MVP leaderboard for two months is in a bad, bad place.It’s not only that Josh Allen leads the NFL in interceptions… it’s the timing of his gaffes.Right now, the quarterback is killing the Buffalo Bills.We dissect this team and this player this hour of the podcast. Co-host Jim Monos supplies his exceptional insight as always."The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is LIVE. Come on out to Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park on Sunday, Nov. 27 to get your signed copy. We'll be there around noon and hang out through the 1 o'clock games.And, of course, you can join the Go Long community any time at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You'll get nothing but honesty from Isaiah McKenzie, and Lord knows that's what WNY'ers want after one of the most ludicrous games in NFL history.On the latest episode of the Isaiah McKenzie Show at Mister's Bar and Lanes in East Aurora, NY -- powered by Go Long -- the Bills' slot receiver relives the 33-30 Vikings win in painstaking detail. He digs into the team's second-half woes, Josh Allen's mental hurdle and why the sport always, always, always more mental than physical.Get all episodes of the show at GoLongTD.com."The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is LIVE, too. You can secure your copy at Amazon or in-person at the next McKenzie show. I'll also be announcing a mini book tour locally, too, shortly. Thank you for your support. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're back! Thanks for sneaking this episode in ahead of the games. Jim Monos and myself share three picks apiece.Sometimes, we're right. Sometimes, we're wrong. (We refuse to be held accountable.)Be sure to subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get full access to our NEW gameday chats! Right within the Substack app, you'll be able to hang out with subscribers from around the country.Also "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is available everywhere. Get your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The former Michigan great -- and '97 national champ -- joins the show to relive a life in football.Chris Howard was the starting running back for one of the most storied teams in college football history. He's got some wild Brady and Woodson and Wolverine stories to share. His NFL career didn't go as planned, but that's OK. He got a few hilarious stories out of those days, too. Sign up to the Go Long newsletter any day, any time at GoLongTD.com.Also, "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is LIVE. Get your copy at Amazon and everywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Guts-Tight-Ends-Football/dp/1538723743/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

As it turns out, the rest of the division will not peel over and die at the Buffalo Bills' behest. What a performance by Robert Saleh's defense... and what an egg dropped by MVP candidate Josh Allen. This was every bit as ugly as the team's loss at Jacksonville one year ago. Will Buffalo respond now as it did then? We discuss.Also, Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins stay hot, the Patriots' defense dominates Indy... and are the Green Bay Packers dead? Probably. Subscribe to Go Long today to get all journalism delivered to your inbox. Live at the site right now is a visit with Demario Davis, heartbeat of the Saints: https://www.golongtd.com/p/demario-davis-has-spoken-to-god"The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is live! Get your copy at Amazon or anywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We know the Eagles, Bills and Eagles are the cream of the crop. Who else could go on a run? At the midway point of this 2022 season, we zoom out. Miami has hope in its red-hot passing attack.A new Geno Smith has Seattle thinking big.And, of course, Lamar is Lamar is Lamar. Live at Fattey Beer Company, we try to make sense of a bonkers season.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com to get all journalism delivered to your email inbox.Also, "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is available at Amazon and everywhere books are sold. Get your football bible today: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We bring back our resident Hall of Famer for some Packers-Bills talk. As he did for each game last season, Bob McGinn dissects the film from Buffalo's 27-17 win over the Packers. (From a Green Bay perspective.) And those downloading this podcast for Green Bay reasons will love his big-picture perspective. There's some good (Zach Tom! The run game!), some bad (the run defense, GM picks backfiring) and a good amount of ugly (is the QB vested?). Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time to get all of our journalism: GoLongTD.com."The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is available, too. Get your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Buffalo took care of business at home against Green Bay, 27-17. So where do the 6-1 Bills and 3-5 Packers go from here. We examine.The Bills surely would like to fast forward to January. Clearly, this is a Super Bowl contender with much bigger fish to fry. The Packers? With their $150M quarterback and issues all over the roster? It's a bit more complicated with the "complicated fella." Be sure to get journalism delivered directly to your email inbox by subscribing to Go Long at GoLongTD.com."The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" is LIVE. Get your copy today at Amazon and everywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0This podcast is fueled by our pals at Fattey Beer Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Lock 'em in! Here are our cold-hard, bet-the-house locks this Sunday. Enjoy!Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today: www.golongtd.com/welcomeBuy "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football!" https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The two teams are heading opposite directions. A quick pod on Aaron Rodgers' regret and where the Green Bay Packers go from here.In town for the game? Be sure to head to Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY at 2 pm to hang out: https://www.golongtd.com/p/lets-hang-out-bills-packers-go-longWe'll have copies of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" to sell and sign. Hope to see you there!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Miami and Iowa can both claim the throne but T.J. Hockenson sure makes a compelling argument here. As a bonus episode, I figured I'd include my conversation with the Detroit Lions' star tight end. Here is Hockenson on how he got into the position and why it's unlike any other. Be sure to add "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" to your library. Hardcover, Kindle and Audiobook options are all available at Amazon (and everywhere books are sold): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Also, if you're not a member, we'd love it if you joined the Go Long community today: GoLongTD.com.This Sunday, we'll have a Packers-Bills shindig right at Fattey Beer Company. Details coming soon at the site. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He just keeps winning. How exactly is Jones playing? We examine. Also, the Packers lost their third straight. Yeah, there are issues on defense and the offensive line. Aaron Rodgers didn't play well. We wrap up Week 7 in the NFL. Get the Monday column at Go Long right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/seattles-bet-is-paying-off Buy "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0This podcast is fueled by Fattey Beer Company. Make sure to grab your seasonal brews today at Fattey in Western NY.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Do the Detroit Lions finally get over the hump? A win over Dallas would go a long way, eh?Your cold-hard LOCKS are in. Be sure to catch all NFL coverage at GoLongTD.com, and buy your copy of "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" on Amazon and everywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723743/ref=cm_sw_r_api_i_J5FZBJ580EKRQE5WQ38E_0Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a win for the Bills in Kansas City. It's not full-fledged revenge. (This is still the regular season, after all.) But this game was more proof that Buffalo is a well-oiled machine top to bottom. Co-host Jim Monos explains why a clear power structure is so important and why Sean McDermott needed to build the team the way he did. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos' offense continues to be unwatchable. How does this keep getting worse?And we finish with tight end talk. Monos was the southeast scout for the New Orleans Saints who played a major role in the drafting of Jimmy Graham. You can buy "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" NOW everywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Guts-Tight-Ends-Football/dp/1538723743/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LVBK39RH99JX&keywords=the+blood+and+guts+tyler+dunne&qid=1666176608&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjUxIiwicXNhIjoiMC4zNiIsInFzcCI6IjAuNDEifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=%2Caps%2C993&sr=8-1Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We had a packed house at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY this week.First, a huge thank you to the East Aurora JV Little Loop squad and all families who spent their Monday night with us. Quite a turnout for a player who didn’t even suit up in Buffalo’s 38-3 throttling of the Pittsburgh Steelers at Highmark Stadium the day prior.I suppose that’s the pull of one, “Lil Dirty.” Isaiah McKenzie was in pure form again for Episode 4. A few topics discussed… * His health. McKenzie was surprised the Bills held him out against Pittsburgh, but watching this blowout as a spectator was fun and he expects to return this week against Kansas City. (Even if McKenzie is still milking this concussion to get out of chores around the house with his girlfriend.)* Gabe Davis’ Moss-like breakout game. * Thirteen Seconds. As, yes. Thirteen seconds. Replay our final episode from Season 1 if you’d like. McKenzie thinks back to that playoff loss once more, and explains how the team moved on into the offseason. Have the Bills used the epic meltdown as motivation or are they trying to forget it and bury it? Through history, we’ve seen teams in this position choose both routes. * He has never sipped alcohol before in his life. Seriously. McKenzie explains why he’s always avoided booze. And if the Bills win it all? McKenzie promises he’ll drink for the first time ever. * Sean McDermott showed players a documentary on Team USA’s 2008 “Redeem Team” last weekend. What was the purpose behind this?* George Costanza.* With the Little Loopers in-house, McKenzie turns back the clock to when he first got into football. Believe it or not, he was an offensive lineman and he has always loved getting hit.* Once more, we open things up for a lengthy Q&A with you all… McKenzie takes the fans up on their salsa dance request, too. As always, the goal of this show is to take you beyond the press conferences and locker room. We want to bring you as close as possible to this league at Go Long. Live around Western New York? Come on out to one of our four remaining live shows at Mister’s. All dates are below.You can watch or listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. RamsEp 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?Ep 3: “I couldn’t move”Also: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.Go Long is your source for longform journalism in pro football. We’re completely powered by you. We’d love it if you joined our community today:Here are the remaining dates for our live recordings at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY:* Monday, Nov. 14* Monday, Dec. 12* Monday, Dec. 19* Monday, Jan. 9 This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Isaiah McKenzie missed Buffalo's 38-3 obliteration of the Pittsburgh Steelers, but that's OK. The game of the season is this Sunday in KC. Granted, a real shot at revenge doesn't come until the postseason but this is a biggie.We break down the psychology of a team headed back to the scene of... "13 Seconds." Did the Bills use that loss as motivation or try to forget it entirely? McKenzie explains. What a fun, fun show, too. Mister's Bar & Lanes was absolutely packed for this show. Be sure to get all dates and times for future shows at GoLongTD.com. We open the forum up again with questions, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

One day later, the penalty on Grady Jarrett still boggles the mind and -- once more -- exposes a confused NFL. Lamar Jackson misses key throws, yet Baltimore wins. Aaron Rodgers cannot close in London. And the Buffalo Bills smashed the Steelers. We break it all down on the pod. Pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" today on Amazon! The book releases on Oct. 18: https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Guts-Tight-Ends-Football/dp/1538723743Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Book it.These bets are good as gold. Unless we're wrong. In that case, don't blame us. And, hey, act fast. You've got through Oct. 11 to pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30% off, with a signed bookplate: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

A bonus weekend episode!Here is my conversation with Jacksonville's offensive coordinator Press Taylor from a Go Long trip south. We chatted right in Taylor's office. Be sure to read the full story on Trevor Lawrence reaching the next level at Go Long: https://www.golongtd.com/p/inside-the-jacksonville-jaguars-planTaylor provides a ton of insight into how the Jags are trying to maximize the 2021 first overall pick. It's a lot. But they've got a special one under center. We also have a profile on Jaguars linebacker Foye Oluokun up at the site. He isn't our father's linebacker: https://www.golongtd.com/p/inside-the-jacksonville-jaguars-plan"Blood and Guts" is coming! Cannot wait. Be sure to pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30% off with a signed bookplate right here if you'd like. This offer runs through Oct. 11: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Greetings!Thank you so much for making this podcast part of your life. If you enjoy our real football talk here, by God, I know you'll enjoy some "Blood and Guts."Through Oct. 11, you can pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" and get a signed bookplate by hitting this link: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicDitka. Gronk. Gonzalez. Shockey. All of their stories were as wild as you can imagine.Thank you so much for your support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We have reached the quarter pole, everyone. It's time to study trends.First, we cannot ignore all of the vicious collisions we've seen in the NFL this season. How do we reconcile this all? Simple: It's a violent game, and it'd just be nice if the league acknowledged this violence.Jim Monos dives deep into the players who have impressed him four weeks in. Saquon Barkley is finally looking like the player who tore through the Big Ten. There's real hope in Kenny Pickett. Matt Milano dominated in Baltimore. And, Monos explains who Justin Fields reminds him of.Finally, we take your most outlandish, non-football questions... with a few Halloween movie recommendations.As a reminder, you can still take advantage of this special offer. Through Oct. 11, pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football," at 30% off. A collection of the wildest untold football stories you've heard, right here: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/view_expired/1818Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Why exactly are pro football players different than the rest of us? Exhibit A: Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY on Monday night.Isaiah McKenzie could not even move after absorbing a vicious hit in Baltimore that knocked him out of the Buffalo Bills’ 23-20 comeback win. And yet, he cannot wait to venture across the middle of the field again. He loves the physicality. He knows that’s what separates him as a slot receiver. Make no mistake, too. This was a scary moment. On Episode 3 of “The Isaiah McKenzie Show,” the 5-foot-7 receiver takes everyone through the collision and the aftermath. Concussions are obviously back in the NFL headlines and we’ve seen quite a few motionless players sprawled on the turf in NFL games this season. We all love the sport’s violence but, holy, it comes with a cost. McKenzie details exactly what that cost is.He does believe his mind is doing just fine… even though he’s currently using this concussion to get out of cleaning dishes at home with his girlfriend. When you come from where McKenzie did in South Florida — yes, a bullet once grazed him — you’ll gladly accept football’s inherent risks. Also, on this episode, we dig into Buffalo finally winning a close game. McKenzie refers to Sean McDermott as a “dad” and Brandon Beane as the “cool uncle” in taking all of your questions.As always, the goal of this show is to take you beyond the press conferences and locker room. McKenzie says himself at the end of this pod that he never wants to spew mindless cliches as if part of a “cult.” His raw honesty is refreshing. We want to bring you as close as possible to this league at Go Long. Live around Western New York? Come on out to one of our five remaining live shows at Mister’s. All dates are below.You can watch or listen to the show right here at GoLongTD.com or within the Go Long Podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMiss a previous episode from Season 2? Catch up below…Ep 1: Inside the gender reveal and the beatdown of the L.A. RamsEp 2: What was running through the receiver's mind that final play?Also: All episodes from Season 1 are archived on our site.Go Long is your source for longform journalism in pro football. We’re completely powered by you. Subscribe today: Here are the remaining dates for our live recordings at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY:* Monday, Oct. 10* Monday, Nov. 14* Monday, Dec. 12* Monday, Dec. 19* Monday, Jan. 9As a reminder, right now, you can pre-order “The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football” at 30% off and receive a signed bookplate. Just click this link. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We all saw the hit that knocked out the Buffalo Bills wide receiver. So, how did it feel? What goes into treating a concussion? Isaiah McKenzie doesn't hold back.He calls this the hardest hit he's taken in his life and -- yes, for a moment -- he could not even move.Yet, he believes his mind was unaffected. McKenzie takes everyone through this dark, violent side of the game. The last half of the show, he answers your questions live at Mister's Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. As always, be sure to subscribe to Go Long to get all stories and all podcasts: GoLongTD.com.And, right now, you can buy "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30% offer by clicking this link: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/view_expired/1818Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Finally, the Bills have won a one-score game. This is exactly the kind of game that should have fans thinking 2022 could be different, too.Playing on Baltimore's terms, Buffalo overcame a 20-3 deficit. It was rainy. It was sloppy. It was a game Buffalo needed to prove it can win. Not to mention, the clock management late in the game was pretty darn solid, too. Remember, right now, you can purchase "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30% off! https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Lions' offense is averaging 35 points per game, the most in the NFL. (But the defense cannot stop anyone.)The Saints' defense remains Super Bowl Bowl-caliber. (But is mangled to bits on offense.) And what about those Pittsburgh Steelers? They may look back at Oct. 2 as a brutal, yet necessary step toward winning once again. As always, we wrap up the NFL action here on the podcast with co-host Jim Monos. In addition to these three 1-3 clubs, there's plenty of Green Bay Packers' talk. It was ugly vs. Bill Belichick's Patriots but this felt like a W for the receiving corps more than anything. We explain.Also, there's plenty of concussion talk out of this Tua Tagovailoa situation. Can we trust the NFL and NFLPA to do the right thing? Remember, right now, you can pre-order "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30% off by hitting this link: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Live from Fattey Beer Company, we dissect the quarterback conundrums three weeks in. All mysteries are explored.First up, a former QB. As in Ken Dorsey. What should we make of the explosion that broke the Internet?From here, it's a raucous affair. QB to QB, we try to solve of the greatest mysteries at the most important position. Is Russell Wilson shot? Is Jameis Winston nothing more than backup? What will we see in Josh Allen vs. Lamar Jackson on Sunday? Aaron Rodgers always finds a way to make our podcast.Right now, you can purchase "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football" at 30 percent off and receive a signed bookplate. Bang this link: https://800ceoread.com/coupons/redeem/bloodandgutspublicLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hindsight is a beautiful thing. These last 48 hours, we’ve all been hyper-analyzing Isaiah McKenzie’s every step that final play against the Miami Dolphins.Could he have gone out of bounds? Should he have collapsed? What was he thinking in real time? On Episode 2 of “The Isaiah McKenzie Show,” we get answers. In immense detail, the Buffalo Bills wide receiver takes you all inside his mind. The Bills fell to the Dolphins, 21-19. It was unbelievably frustrating, too, considering they outgained the home team by a whopping 497 yards to 212. McKenzie is also well aware that Buffalo ran 90 plays to Miami’s 39… in a sauna of a stadium. With the heat index soaring to 100 degrees, Bills players were melting one by one. Honestly, this might’ve been one of my favorite chats with the team’s “Face of the Franchise.” We launched this show at Go Long to take fans beyond the insipid press conference and beyond the locker room for moments like this, for when we’re hoping for real stories behind everything we saw on Sunday.You can always watch and/or listen to the full episodes right here at GoLongTD.com and within our main podcast feeds:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEMuch was discussed this hour…* The heat. Bills-Fins was a scene straight out of the 1982 “Epic in Miami.” What exactly does it feel like to lock up with cramps, need IV and puke your lungs out in the locker room? McKenzie compared this game to a battlefield.* The final play. McKenzie knew he needed to gain yardage for kicker Tyler Bass after catching a short pass over the middle. McKenzie also knew he needed to stop the clock. He relives it all second by painstaking second... right to that clock hitting 0:00. Yes, he heard from fans, too. One sent him a pretty hilarious picture telling McKenzie what he should’ve done.* Finishing. It’s the last hurdle this Super Bowl contender must clear. Why do the Bills’ struggle late in games? * Ken Dorsey’s freakout. Players loved it and players have seen this side of the Bills offensive coordinator many times before.* The rivalry. Real hatred between the Bills and Dolphins is finally back after a 20-year hiatus. McKenzie assures Buffalo cannot wait to play Miami in the cold. * Up next: Lamar. Ahead of Buffalo’s playoff win over the Ravens in 2020, McKenzie played the role of Lamar Jackson on the scout team in practice. Even though he’s actually a big part of the offense now, he hopes that continues.* McKenzie vs. Hyde. My co-host is ruthless. The safety’s neck injury only ramps this up.* Your questions! We had some gems.Go Long is your source for longform journalism in pro football. Want features delivered right to your inbox? In addition to all of our podcasts? We’re completely powered by you. Subscribe today right here:All eight episodes of Season 2 are being recorded LIVE at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. Here are the remaining dates:* Monday, Oct. 3* Monday, Oct. 10* Monday, Nov. 14* Monday, Dec. 12* Monday, Dec. 19* Monday, Jan. 9 This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills' starting slot receiver meticulously breaks down the answer to everyone's question out of Buffalo's 21-19 loss to Miami. Could McKenzie have scooted out of bounds? What was going through his mind in real time? McKenzie dissects it all. You may have heard, but this game was also a scorcher. Were the Bills doing enough to stay cool in the 100-degree heat index? And why were guys dropping like flies? This was a fun one. With all of those cramps behind him, McKenzie takes everyone beyond the locker room here on the podcast. Remember to sign up to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com to get everything we have to offer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What happened in Miami? Injuries mounted and the heat index reached 100, but the Buffalo Bills' inability to finish proved costly.Elsewhere, Lamar Jackson's price keeps going up, the Jacksonville Jaguars are legit and the Packers have to be thrilled with how their win went down in Tampa. This is the new brand of football in Green Bay.The Lions blew it in Minnesota, but Jim Monos explains why he's encouraged with Dan Campbell's bunch.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get our full series on the Detroit Lions. What a crew this offensive line is: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-detroit-lions-must-break-youAlso, we are now recording all mid-week podcasts LIVE at Fattey Beer Company. Be sure to get all details on when/where inside "The Morning After" each Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Last week was rough. This week, we rebound. Book it.Jim Monos and myself tell you which games to bet on right here with our "Fattey Locks," which are always Fattey Beer Company approved.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The longtime Green Bay Packers cornerback joins the show. Few players busted their ass quite like Jarrett Bush through his time with the team from 2006 to 2014. Undrafted out of Utah State, the 6-foot, 200-pounder worked and worked and worked and found a way to stick with this team through several playoff runs.There's a good chance Green Bay doesn't win the Super Bowl without Bush. His interception of Ben Roethlisberger was massively important. (He breaks that play down for us, too.)For a half-hour, Bush details his rise from obscurity before then dissecting the current Packers. Can this team get back to the Super Bowl? Without Davante Adams? Bush supplies sharp insight on what made his 2010 team special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Tua Tagovailoa blows up in the fourth quarter. Trevor Lawrence is sharp in Jacksonville. How did all of the young quarterbacks fare?We take our weekly whip around the NFL. Also: What's up with Nathaniel Hackett in Denver? I'm in Pittsburgh for Steelers-Patriots. Was it pretty? Hell no. But the Pats don't care what we think. Read all coverage at GoLongTD.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Guaranteed outcomes for this weekend's games. "Free money," as the kids say.Each week, Jim Monos and myself will share three cold-hard locks for your betting needs.And considering we're now powered by Fattey Beer Company here in Western New York, we're calling these the "Fattey Locks."Have fun, all!Read all Go Long coverage at GoLongTD.com. This week? A feature on Colts cornerback Stephon Gilmore: https://www.golongtd.com/p/i-want-to-be-the-best-corner-to-haveLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a ride Week 1 was for the NFL's first-year head coaches.Minnesota and New York got off to rousing starts under Kevin O'Connell and Brian Daboll, respectively. But what was Nathaniel Hackett thinking that last drive with the Broncos out west in Seattle? On this episode of the Go Long Podcast, we discuss the balance between finding a head coach who can master game management and the need for an offensive innovator who can draw up the perfect schemes. It's a difficult needle to thread.Daboll just may check every box for the Giants. (Now all they need to do is find the right quarterback.)Are there any season predictions we immediately regret after Week 1?To wrap up the podcast, we rip through all of the Week 2 matchups.As always, this podcast is now powered by Fattey Beer Company. Load up on brews at any Fattey establishment ASAP.And to read everything we have to offer at Go Long, subscribe at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Zany finishes. Turnovers galore. Revenge games. Week 1 in the NFL had it all. We recap it all on the podcast, from Pittsburgh's improbable win to Minnesota smacking the Packers around and all of the weird quarterback play in-between. Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com to get all of our coverage. This podcast is fueled by Fattey Beer Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Guaranteed outcomes for this weekend's games. "Free money," as the kids say.Each week, Jim Monos and myself will share three cold-hard locks for your betting needs.And considering we're now powered by Fattey Beer Company here in Western New York, we're calling these the "Fattey Locks."Have fun, all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Not all gender reveals hit the mark. Many crash and burn.Not all touchdown celebrations pan out, either.Yet, Isaiah McKenzie certainly nailed this one. After scoring his first touchdown of the 2022 season, the Buffalo Bills’ slot receiver screamed “It’s a boy!” into the camera. As we all know now, the message was for his sister. The side-by-side videos quickly went viral.There was much to discuss on Season 2, Episode 1 of “The Isaiah McKenzie Show.” We relived the Bills’ 31-10 smackdown of the Los Angeles Rams live from Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. * McKenzie dissects the two plays you all saw at home: his drop that led to an interception and his moment of redemption in the third quarter. His seven-yard touchdown catch says so much about playing in the slot. It’s a thinking man’s position.* How are the Bills handling historic Super Bowl expectations? An absurd amount of people are betting on this team to win it all. Fans may be nervous, but the players are not. * Stefon Diggs vs. Jalen Ramsey. It was not a fair fight. McKenzie, who describes himself as Diggs’ personal “babysitter” explains how Diggs went off. * What surprised him most from the win? The Bills’ dominant defensive line. (Even if Von Miller can’t dance.) * The last half of the show, McKenzie brings it back to the offseason. He could’ve signed with seven different teams as a free agent. Other clubs offered him more money than the Bills. But the receiver who arrived in Buffalo way back in 2018 says he wanted to finish the job right here because of his bonds with teammates. * How did he blow up in training camp? Good ‘ol fashioned hard work, and McKenzie got the message loud and clear when the team signed Jamison Crowder.* Ken Dorsey’s first game calling plays as the Bills’ offensive coordinator. McKenzie likes what he sees.Go Long is an independent newsletter that covers pro football through a longform lens. Subscribe today to get all stories, all podcasts, all analysis delivered to your email inbox:The purpose of this show? To go beyond the press conference and the locker room. We want to give fans — the ones pouring millions of dollars into this sport — an authentic view of the sport. Something beyond poll-tested, sanitized cliches. Season 1 of The Isaiah McKenzie Show was a riot, so we’re back. You can watch or listen to all episodes right here at Go Long. If podcasts are your thing, all episodes will also be shared within the Go Long Podcast feed. Here is Episode 1:APPLESPOTIFYYOUTUBEAnd, remember, you can watch the show LIVE at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. The remaining seven episodes will all be on Mondays at 6 p.m. (EST): This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills' starting slot receiver takes everyone along for the wild ride that is an NFL season. Get all episodes right here in the Go Long Podcast feed and GoLongTD.com.First up, Isaiah McKenzie details the team's mindset with Super Bowl expectations through the roof. How are players handling this all? The money being placed on the team is historic. McKenzie explains what happened on the turnover, the touchdown and gives the full story behind his "It's a boy!" gender reveal. Buffalo sure looked like a Super Bowl contender in the season opener. Hang out with McKenzie all season long here at Go Long. Live in WNY? You can always hang out in-person for the next seven episodes. All dates: https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-isaiah-mckenzie-show-is-backLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Why does Monos see the Packers and Bills in the Super Bowl? Why does Dunne see the Bengals winning it all? We explain.Something crazy always goes down in an NFL season. What takes us all by surprise this year? Our resident scout, Jim Monos, explains why he's high on the Jacksonville Jaguars and has quite a take on the San Francisco 49ers' QB situation.We also spend time on Za'Darius Smith's comments about the Packers. Honesty is a good thing, and players deal with more than anyone will ever know.Miss our story? Catch up right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/will-zadarius-smith-get-revenge-thatsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a beatdown.The Bills demolished the Los Angeles Rams, 31-10, on Thursday night. All of the usual suspects made plays -- Josh Allen, Stefon Diggs, Devin Singletary. But the team should be especially encouraged by the overall level of physicality on offense. They punked the Rams, a tough team. Most of all, Ken Dorsey found his rhythm early and often. It looks like the offense is in good hands up in the booth. Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter to get our takeout story on how Allen got to this 2022 takeover opportunity right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/how-this-became-a-josh-allen-worldLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're overdue for a good 'ol co-pod extravaganza. Go Long catches up with Purple Insider's Matthew Coller to discuss our two-part series on the culture change in Minnesota. We laugh, we debate, we try to make sense of Zim Land and where the 2022 Vikings go from here.Can this team win with Kirk Cousins? Perhaps. There are a few variables at play.Be sure to read our series over at Go Long, ICYMI: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-a-new-day-for-the-minnesota-vikingsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Culture. The word alone may make you puke. What does it even mean? We are about to find out with these 2022 Minnesota Vikings. Out is the miserable Mike Zimmer, in is the uber-optimistic Kevin O'Connell... so what does it mean? That's what Go Long tried to figure out over at the newsletter. You can read those two parts right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/its-a-new-day-for-the-minnesota-vikingsHere on the podcast, we continue the conversation. Co-host Jim Monos has also grappled with the decision to slam the reset button or go for it in an NFL front office. Also, we detail some of our pod plans for 2022! And you can always give the newsletter a shot on the free email list: GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Buffalo Bills cut their punter accused of gang-raping a 17-year-old. It should have never gotten to this point, either.The Bills eventually did the right thing, but if the public never learns of these accusations, he'd still be the team's punter. Warning: There are disturbing details from the civil lawsuit shared on the podcast.Sign up to the Go Long newsletter today: GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long chats with the man who has coached Jordan Love since eighth grade: Steve Calhoun of "Armed & Dangerous."Calhoun explains in great detail why we are all seeing a completely different Green Bay Packers quarterback in Year 3, from the movement of *both* eyeballs to how he plants his left foot. If you enjoy nerding out on quarterback play, I think you'll love this conversation. Calhoun has mentored Love for a long, long time and sees him starring one day. Read the full Q&A if you'd like at the newsletter, too: https://www.golongtd.com/p/he-can-be-one-of-the-top-quarterbacksLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The expectations have changed in Orchard Park. These Bills may be more talented than any team in the league.How did this offseason further fuel title hopes? And what are the potential pitfalls? Co-host Jim Monos, who ran this team with Doug Whaley, not too long ago is all in on the 2022 Bills.Be sure to sign up to the Go Long newsletter to get all Kickoff features dropping soon: GoLongTD.com.Replay the Go Long Happy Hour with Richie Incognito here on your podcast feed or at the site, too: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-replay-richie-incognitoLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The hell-raising NFL guard dishes on everything: the bullying scandal, the Bills days, his best war stories, Aaron Kromer, Mario Williams, Derek Carr and finding purpose in life today for 85 minutes. We'll never see another Richie Incognito, that is for certain. You won't want to miss all of the stories he shares with subscribers on our latest Happy Hour, which we're including here on the podcast feed. As always, when you subscribe to Go Long you gain access to these hangouts with players from around the NFL. Not a member? Join our community today: GoLongTD.com. Where to even start? Incognito has stories for days. Many are fun, like his old battles in the trenches vs. Darnell Dockett and Antonio Smith. Many are much darker. Like the night in 2018 that Jonathan Martin was actually en route to kill him. I was sitting next to Incognito in Scottsdale, Ariz., when he saw Martin's threat on Instragram. His next 24 hours were crazy, as you'll hear. He relives it all. Whenever Incognito doesn't have football, things tend to go off the rails. Now that he's retired, is he ready? Our Bills fans here on the pod will also appreciate many Bills stories. The Rex days were wild. He's also bullish on new offensive line coach Aaron Kromer.If you enjoy, please feel free to share the podcast with a friend and sign up at the newsletter today. Thanks, all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We name Jim Monos the GM of a team and allow him to choose exactly the type of head coach he'd want. Do you opt for the play-designing, playcalling wiz like Mike McDaniel, the kneecap-biting Dan Campbell? With Hard Knocks in full swing, we analyze the psychology of coaching today. (Monos' choice is going to surprise you, too.)There's the headlines to discuss: Deshaun Watson's suspension, Tom Brady's absence, Sean McDermott playing his starters in the preseason.And, finally, we take all of your most outlandish questions. To get everything we have to offer at Go Long, become a subscriber today! You'll gain access to all Zoom Happy Hours, including tonight's session with Richie Incognito: GoLongTD.comRate, review and share the pod if you enjoy. Thank you!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

These aren't the Packers we're used to seeing. This season, they're trying to win with defense and special teams. Will it work? We ask the one man who'd know better than anyone on the beat: the Journal Sentinel's Tom Silverstein.What a fun time reconnecting with an old friend. Silverstein details what made LeRoy Butler great in light of the safety's Hall of Fame induction and breaks down Green Bay's chances of getting over the Super Bowl hump this season. His answer may surprise you, too. The formula certainly has changed for this franchise -- they'll just need the quarterback to buy in.To read our piece on Kenny Clark and get everything Go Long has to offer, subscribe to the newsletter today right here: golongtd.com/welcomeClark isn't holding back in 2022: https://www.golongtd.com/p/kenny-clark-speaks-out-the-best-meLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The excellent Bengals beat writer takes everyone inside the rise of one of America's most fascinating teams. How did Cincinnati turn it around in 2021? Turns out culture does matter. Also, Paul Dehner Jr. explains how Ja'Marr Chase is taking his game to another level in Year 2 and why this Bengals defense doesn't get nearly enough love nationally.To get everything we have to offer at Go Long, sign up to the newsletter at GoLongTD.com! Pay and free options are both available. golongtd.com/welcomeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The best way to hit on the storylines of today? Revisiting the draft six years ago. Former Buffalo Bills director of personnel Jim Monos was part of that '16 draft. He redrafts the top 10 picks. Who's No. 1? The Dallas Cowboys clearly got the steal of a lifetime in Dak Prescott, but haven't exactly taken advantage of it since. Joey Bosa or Jalen Ramsey? Yannick Ngakoue or DeForest Buckner? We discuss, debate and tell all sorts of stories from Hamburg Brewing Company. To get all of our content at Go Long, sign up for the newsletter today. For this week's feature, Kenny Clark opens up. He wants to be an all-time great -- and he believes these Packers can win with defense in 2022. https://www.golongtd.com/welcomeLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Go Long caravan of one continued through Westfield, Ind., and Cincinnati, Ohio last week. In addition to our coverage at GoLongTD.com, here's a quick audio report.Indy will be counting on Matt Ryan getting its offense over the hump. Can he? Also, Go Long caught up with star running back Jonathan Taylor: https://www.golongtd.com/p/camp-tour-jonathan-taylor-is-stillMeanwhile, there are quarterback issues in Cincinnati. This secondary may be most equipped to battle the loaded offenses in the AFC, too.As always, you can read all of our coverage at the newsletter. Here's the latest on corner Eli Apple: https://www.golongtd.com/p/camp-tour-eli-apple-sends-peace-andLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Along the Go Long training camp tour, I'll drop mini episodes here on the podcast. Be sure to read all coverage over at the newsletter as well.First up, quick reports from Pittsford and Latrobe. Isaiah McKenzie has been the talk of Bills camp, while the Steelers seek to win a different type of way in the pass-happy AFC.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Six games for... this? The punishment doesn't seem to meet the crime.We discuss the gross case of Deshaun Watson, the hubris that drove the Browns quarterback's behavior, the tampering case down in Miami (which the NFL conveniently ushered into the headlines 24 hours after the Watson news) and, finally, we rip around the league for the Go Long training camp tour. A practice in Pittsburgh surely looks different than a practice in Buffalo. Can the Steelers win this way? Who's the star of Bills camp?We also rev up another edition of your most ridiculous questions. The entries did not disappoint. Toenails for eyelashes or hair for teeth? Hmm...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Training camps are open. Let's talk about the quarterbacks in the headlines: Kyler Murray and Lamar Jackson.Neither is perfect -- as one contract clause and one anonymous defensive coordinator announced -- but, by God, you want to hand both the blank check. Arizona didn't have any other choice, and neither will Baltimore. (That's OK, too.)Sign up to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com for full longform NFL training camp coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's a game we'll be talking about for years, that Bills-Chiefs classic at Arrowhead decided with thirteen fateful seconds. Now what? Can the Bills use the energy from that heartbreaker for good this season or is a hangover inevitable? Live from majestic Genesee Brewery in downtown Rochester -- following Day 2 of Bills training camp -- I am joined by a trio of special guests: The Athletic's Tim Graham, The Buffalo News' Jay Skurski and St. Bonaventure professor Brian Moritz. It's a heck of a good time with plenty of insight shared.Enjoy the pod? We'd love it if you spread the good word with a friend. And remember: You can always sign up for the free newsletter option at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Here is the Go Long Q&A with former NFL tight end Clay Harbor, a man who transformed his body in remarkable fashion back in college, enjoyed a nine-year NFL career, became part of The Bachelor Universe and today? He's giving motivational speeches and hoping for a call from Jim Monos over at the XFL.You can read my conversation with Harbor as well: https://www.golongtd.com/p/meet-clay-harbor-tight-end-renaissanceLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Back in March, I chatted with Juwann Winfree down in Fort Lauderdale about his odyssey this past decade. From suspensions to JUCO to Colorado to the Denver Broncos to Green Bay, it's been a long road: https://www.golongtd.com/p/juwann-winfree-believes-its-finallySince then, the Packers drafted three wide receivers, signed Sammy Watkins and held OTAs and minicamp so it seemed like a perfect time to catch up with Winfree again.His confidence is only soaring.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today with both free and pay options available: GoLongTD.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Cleveland Browns' ass-kicking guard is one hell of a good time on the Go Long Happy Hour. Want to hang out with players from around the league? Subscribe to GoLongTD.com and join conversations like this one.Wyatt Teller dishes on his friendship with quarterback Baker Mayfield... they are already trash-talking ahead of Week 1.He also details that time he shot down an alligator, why it was so emotional to play the Bills after they traded him, how he gets away with holding as an offensive lineman and, yes, he did break a kid's sternum when he was 5 years old.All past Happy Hours at Go Long are archived right here. We'd love it if you joined our community today: https://www.golongtd.com/s/happy-hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Our long national nightmare is over. Baker Mayfield has a new team. But what does this all say about the Carolina Panthers? Our answers may surprise you. Jim Monos has lived this QB predicament before and gets inside the minds of this Panthers front office.If you're not trying, you're dying.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com. This Saturday, our paid subscribers will have the opportunity to hang out with Cleveland Browns guard Wyatt Teller. All details: https://www.golongtd.com/p/happy-hour-alert-hang-out-with-wyattLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're always trying to build up the community at Go Long. Next week, I think you'll love our next Happy Hour guest.Sign up at GoLongTD.com to stay in the loop, and hope to see you there!Miss a previous "Happy Hour" at Go Long? They're all archived for subscribers right here: https://www.golongtd.com/s/happy-hourLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Back when we launched Go Long, one of our first Q&As was with the NFL's all-time sack leader himself: Buffalo Bills great Bruce Smith. I figured we'd include a good chunk of that conversation here in the podcast feed, especially with July 4th around the corner. Smith talks plenty about his trips overseas and one particular trip to Iraq was quite mind-blowing. Living right with the soldiers who defend our country shaped how he views the world.We also discuss those lights-out concussions he suffered on the field, what made his game unique in Buffalo and how he turned a pivotal corner in 1988. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This month, we explore the greatest variables on contenders. Who are players we all should be talking about more? First up: Sammy Watkins, a wide receiver both Jim Monos and myself know well.Monos' Buffalo Bills drafted Watkins fourth overall in the 2014 draft.And I've chatted with Watkins for stories several times over the years, most notably in 2020 for this at Bleacher Report. On drinking his Buffalo career away and exploring different dimensions to escape that darkness: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2889029-what-sammy-watkins-believesRead our coverage over at the newsletter for more: GoLongTD.com.And be sure to share the podcast with a friend if you enjoy. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Miss our Q&A with Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox earlier this offseason at GoLongTD.com? We've got a good portion of that audio here for you on the podcast.Knox details his rise at the position, how eye training helped him in the 2021 offeason and his plans to catapult into the Kelce-Kittle class. To get everything we have to offer, subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He has a master's degree in aerospace engineering. The team's 65th overall pick is one smart dude. Now, he's being groomed as the brains of the Jaguars' offensive line.I chat with rookie Luke Fortner, who's an incredibly fascinating guy. The Q&A can also be read in text form over at GoLongTD.com.We discuss everything from aliens listening into our conversation to the tragic death of a coach that helped shape him as person at Kentucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's the question central to every coach's life in the NFL: How much of your time do you pour into this profession? Bill Belichick's staff set a ruthless standard a couple decades ago and so many coaches across the league seem hellbent on following by sleeping in the office. Is that really the best approach? Sean McDermott said he's trying to find the balance, though it is a struggle. He most certainly is not alone.Also on the pod, we get into the crazy life of the NFL offensive line coach and why it takes a special character to live in the trenches.And once more, we take your questions and they do not disappoint. Excellent submissions. By far, the best came from Go Long subscriber Jimmy Pawlowski: "Would you rather have to fight a orangutan with a sword once a year, or a chicken every time you got into your car?" We debate.Enjoy the podcast? We'd love it if you gave us a five-star review and shared with a friend. Thank you for helping this podcast grow!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The 11-year Steelers veteran guard hops on the podcast to discuss his pro career, why Mike Tomlin's motivation is rare and, yes, we get into Antonio Brown.Foster, who started 145 games, was in the locker room for Brown's entire Steelers career. He lived the ups and downs. His take? It may surprise you.If you enjoy the show, we'd love it if you gave us a five-star review and shared the good word.Thank you, everyone.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He may be the greatest tight end of all-time. Is he done? I'm not so sure.Rob Gronkowski was naturally one of the greats I chatted at length with for my upcoming book "The Blood and Guts: How Tight Ends Save Football." My gut feeling is that we'll see him on the field again. Want to pre-order the book? It's available on Amazon and wherever you get your books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com to get our full story on the Giants' fifth overall pick, Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux. Here's a preview with fantastic NFL analyst Geoff Schwartz.Schwartz watched every snap of Thibodeaux in college and also played for Oregon and the Giants himself. He also shares his thoughts on new head coach Brian Daboll.Get the full lowdown on Thibodeaux -- including thoughts from his trainer, agent and college coordinator (who sees signs of Von Miller) -- over at the Go Long newsletter right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/kayvon-thibodeaux-can-save-the-dayLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Former NFL GM -- and current VP of personnel -- Doug Whaley joins Go Long subscribers on our most recent Happy Hour. He is an open book. We get into everything from his interviews for the Steelers GM job to the day the Bills were certain they'd land Russell Wilson. Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com today and let me know who YOU want to hang out with on the next Happy Hour.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Somehow, the Deshaun Watson case discovered a new low. A bombshell New York Times story was full of more disgusting allegations. We get into it all with Jim Monos' front office perspective. Yeah, this QB helps you win. But at what cost?Also, for the first time, we welcome on a Go Long subscriber. Dustyn Green, a student at St. Bonaventure, joins the show at the end. Subscribe to Go Long? Want to have a beer with us at Hamburg Brewing Company? Let us know and we'll try to get you on the podcast.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The veteran wide receiver is waiting to get a call from a team. In the meantime, he chats with Go Long. We get into plenty... That Ravens passing offense. Was future Hall-of-Famer Steve Smith correct to totally lambast Roman’s scheme as elementary? Snead sheds light.The murder of his best friend, Eric Patterson. They were college teammates at Ball State and Patterson, a cornerback, briefly played in the NFL himself. Changing lives today. Like most all pros out of South Florida, Snead says so much talent never finds a way out. With his dad, he’s trying to change that. Together, they founded Palm Beach Christian Prep School.Why we can all benefit from zapping social media apps from our iPhones.You can also read the full Q&A at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It doesn't make sense. How does an NFL cornerback last to age 39? Terence Newman detailed his rise from Salina, Kansas to Go Long in this week's Q&A conversation at the newsletter. (Hint: Red wine helps.)We highlight a handful of clips from that interview here on the podcast. Newman shares a Bill Parcells story, finds out his ex-teammate Marion Barber has died in real time (sharing a chilling firsthand story) and relives some Vikings heartbreak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

I figured we'd try something new here on the podcast. When we drop our Friday Features over at GoLongTD.com, I'll be sure to include a 15- or 20-minute preview here on the podcast with a few clips from the players profiled. Today? New York Jets slot corner Michael Carter II. This is the sort of player New York will need on its road to relevancy. Carter discusses the sense of optimism around the team, his upbringing and why he's confident in quarterback Zach Wilson. Read the full story at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long is on the road. We're spending a few days in Minnesota getting to know those Minnesota Vikings, so why not talk shop with Purple Insider's Matthew Coller? We discuss the direction of the Vikings under new coach Kevin O'Connell and conduct a state of the union of sorts on the NFC North. You can read Coller's excellent work over at his Substack: Purple Insider.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

A few quick updates on what's brewing over at the newsletter. Subscribe today at GoLongTD.com!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

OK, so they're voluntary. But couldn't those new Packers receivers benefit from their MVP QB being at practice? We disagree on this matter.There's a ton of Lamar Jackson talk this episode. What a fascinating situation. The Ravens want to keep their former MVP long term, but what's going on behind the scenes? More than meets the eye.Then, there's Jordan Poyer. The Buffalo Bills would be wise to pay up. He's too valuable.Miss the Friday feature on Levi Wallace? You can catch up right here.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Super Bowl odds are out. The Buffalo Bills lead the way. We offer our own Super Bowl favorites on this episdoe of the podcast, and -- surprise, surprise -- it's all about the quarterback. Co-host Jim Monos has a swell idea, too: Teams should hire scouts who only study the quarterback position year 'round.I love those Joe Burrow-led Bengals in 2022 despite what history tells us about Super Bowl losers. Monos is high on the Chargers.And we launch a new segment, taking your most ridiculous questions. It is a hoot. Tired of people budging their way off airplanes? We have a solution to change the world.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com. We've got some longform stories brewing this offseason.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The first Go Long Mailbag is posted over at the Go Long newsletter for subscribers. On this pod episode, I dig into one of the many excellent questions.You can read the full mailbag in print right here. Submit questions any time. I'll continue to answer them all in print for subscribers with previews on the podcast feed here.Thanks, all, Upgrade to a subscription any time at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We welcome on an old college friend, the great Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated. He's done extensive reporting and writing on all things Cleveland Browns, so we get around to that. But first, all three of us must reminisce with our best Doug Marrone stories and why his old OC at Syracuse, Nathaniel Hackett, has been such a rising star. Also, we apologize deeply for the rough audio. The problem has been fixed for future episodes!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long chats with the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback on his addiction to drugs and how he got his life back on track. It wasn't easy.You can read the full Q&A at GoLongTD.com as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Athletic's Matt Fairburn joins the show for a special two-part pod. First up? We talk all things Patriots and Bill Belichick. Why in the hell is the best coach ever still coaching? We examine all angles. New England is chasing Buffalo now. That's a change for the future Hall of Famer... is he getting closer? Mac Jones' next step will dictate all.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We transition into the Bills. No reporter on the beat got to know the GM like The Athletic's Matt Fairburn. Here's how he found Josh Allen and built the new standard in the AFC East. Jim Monos also chimes in with many a scouting story. It's clear it pays to listen to your scouts and get your eyeballs on as many players as possible.All stories at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Then... there are these teams. There are concerns.This time, Jim Monos is the one who takes a chance. He's not so high on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with all the change at the top. Neither of us like the Dallas Cowboys, mainly due to their infrastructure and problems that have existed 26 years running. And I stay in the division where those Carolina Panthers.All stories and all podcasts can be found at GoLongTD.com. We'd love it if you considered a subscription today -- and thank you to all our current subscribers!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

On Part I of this post-FA, post-draft pod, we try to figure out which teams morphed themselves into contenders.Jim Monos sticks with the blue bloods in Buffalo and Green Bay -- and we agree that GM Brian Gutekunst was smart to beef up the middle of the defense in response to losing Davante Adams. The Packers can win a new way. But what about those Miami Dolphins? Did they strike the right formula? I think they've got a legit chance. Mike McDaniel is a smart man. We also try to make sense of the Baltimore Ravens. There's a lot to love... but what about the drama surrounding OC Greg Roman? We discuss.As always, you can get everything Go Long has to offer at GoLongTD.com. Be sure to rate and review the pod wherever you listen. (And drink a beer or two at beautiful Hamburg Brewing Company in Western NY whenever you get the chance!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Now that we’re a full week removed from the NFL Draft, how should the Green Bay Packers feel? Our resident draft (and Packers) expert, Bob McGinn, expounds on his critical column that ran earlier this week. He believes GM Brian Gutekunst hasn’t done enough at wide receiver for his MVP quarterback. I believe he absolutely has — and knows the team needs to win a new way. (With defense.) So, we have a hearty disagreement. The back half of the pod is on all things Aaron Rodgers, Gutekunst and Green Bay.But first? McGinn goes long on his draft series. ICMYI, all nine parts are archived at GoLongTD.com and linked below for our subscribers. You won’t want to miss the good, bad and ugly from scouts on all of the top prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. McGinn explains how these relationships develop and why such an uncut perspective is important and rare. After all, things aren’t as rosy as they may appear on TV. We opened up this episode of the Ty & Bob Pod for all, so you can listen via the audio player above or download the episode on our main Go Long Podcast feed over at Apple and Spotify. Not a subscriber? You can upgrade right now to gain access to everything we have to offer at Go Long as well as all episodes of the Ty & Bob Pod from this past season. (Archived here.)Thank you, everyone!Links:* My 32 final thoughts on the NFL Draft. The Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens nailed it.* Bob McGinn’s column on the Packers’ draft, and why he believes the GM came up short.* Toward the end of the show, I reference my conversation with Sammy Watkins for a story at Bleacher Report. Here’s that feature. * Miss our profile on Yannick Ngakoue? Sat down with the Indianapolis Colts’ 27-year-old edge rusher in Florida for this. What a life he’s had, from an abusive father to cockroaches in his bedroom to depression as a pro.And here are all nine parts of McGinn’s draft series. See how the NFL scouts ranked the prospects at every position:* Part 1, WR/TE: Does size matter?* Part 2, OL: Trevor Penning, 'total prick' in trenches, leads class of ass-kickers* Part 3, QB: Bet on teams in need rolling the dice* Part 4, RB: How special are Breece Hall and Kenneth Walker?* Part 5, DL: Will Jordan Davis devour NFL offenses, too?* Part 6, Edge: It’s a do-or-die decision* Part 7, LB: Who is green-dot worthy?* Part 8, DB: Could Tariq Woolen change the cornerback game?* Part 9, ST: When will we see a one-man kicking crew? This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Bob McGinn breaks down how his draft series comes together and why the uncut perspective of actual NFL scouts is rare and so important. This isn't the sort of rhetoric you'll hear on the league's television network. Then, we talk Packers. McGinn was not shy in criticizing the GM in his post-draft column. We share a hearty disagreement on the matter and where the Packers are going from here after missing on the top receivers. Get this story and McGinn's entire draft series by subscribing to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com..Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Joe Schoen and Joe Douglas appeared to nail their drafts, but let's also not forget: it's always about the quarterback in the NFL.We examine both teams' exceptional drafts and their corresponding QB situations into 2022 (and beyond). After scouting alongside both general managers, co-host Jim Monos brings a unique perspective.We hit on the Bills' first-rounder, too. Will corner Kaiir Elam be everything Sean McDermott hopes?If you enjoy Go Long, be sure to rate and review the podcast. Thank you, and check out GoLongTD.com for all of our stories.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It is time.The much-anticipated second annual 2022 Go Long Draft Extravaganza is here. This year, we'll cut back a bit. Join us at 6 p.m. (EST) tonight for an hourlong chat. Jim Monos will share his best draft stories and we'll discuss this year's class.All log-in information is right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/2022-draft-extravaganza-join-us-for?s=wLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The (very) large man has a (very) compelling story to share. You won't want to miss the Louisiana Ragin' Cajun defensive tackle's odyssey from Texas to JUCO to FIU to finally putting it all together in the Sun Belt. Subscribe to GoLongTD.com today to get all of our predraft coverage.And, as always, this podcast is fueled by Hamburg Brewery Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Coastal Carolina tight end prospect hangs out with Go Long subscribers. To join our exclusive Happy Hours, and hang out with players around the NFL, subscribe today at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're back! After a mini break, The Go Long Podcast returns to discuss which teams are still scrambling for a quarterback. What could those in the Carolina and Seattle front offices be thinking a week ahead of this draft? And, of course, the podcast meanders into everything from Derek Carr to Jay Wright. Right now, you can subscribe to the Go Long newsletter at 25% off. Just hit this link to upgrade and get access to Bob McGinn's nine-part series. Thank you!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He played linebacker... and quarterback... and running back. Troy Andersen did it all in college. In addition to our story at Go Long, here's the conversation with Andersen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Another bombshell rocks NFL Free Agency with the Packers trading their star receiver to the Raiders. Also, what's up with Baker Mayfield in Cleveland? We discuss how teams are handling the pursuit of Deshaun Watson. Also, even though it feels like months ago, the Bills acquired future Hall of Famer Von Miller. Go Long's Tyler Dunne and former NFL personnel man Jim Monos dissect it all from Hamburg Brewing Company. Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We discuss the story at GoLongTD.com on '13 seconds' and where Sean McDermott went wrong, and what it means for the Buffalo Bills into 2022.Miss the story? Subscribe today to read right here. The goal -- always -- is pursue a story you cannot get anywhere else. There is quite a bit to unpack, indeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Bring on the offseason. We have many deep dives planned. I'd love for you to join our community at GoLongTD.com. Paid subscribers to the Go Long newsletter get access to all content, and I don't think you'll want to miss our story dropping this week. Let's go.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He's back with Buffalo on a one-year deal. He really loves Buffalo, too.One of the Bills' core special teamers -- linebacker Tyrel Dodson -- hangs out for nearly an hour to discuss his gritty roots in Franklin, Tenn., and how it made him as a person and a player. We also get into how the Bills possibly move on from the loss in Kansas City.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

So... what's going to happen with the league MVP? We discuss. Again. There are many angles to this, too. The Packers clearly are doing everything in their power to keep Rodgers. Will it work? Subscribe to GoLongTD.com today to get all stories and all podcasts all offseason long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The officiating stunk but L.A. earned this, too. We talk Kupp and Donald and Bengals heartbreak... with an eye toward what will be a wild offseason. Be sure to subscribe to GoLongTD.com for all stories on the impending craziness.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com to hang out with players from around the NFL. First up this offseason? Former Bills receiver Stevie Johnson.We want to bring you to the game in every way possible at Go Long. Count on Happy Hours ramping up in a big way this offseason. Exclusive to paying subscribers, you can hang out on Zoom with players past and present. Let us know who YOU want to hang with as well at golongtd@gmail.com.Johnson did not disappoint.He's got stories on T.O. and Marshawn and Marrone and explains how Allen Iverson helped him create a whole new way to run routes as a receiver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Joe Burrow, Matthew Stafford and... Uber drivers? Ride along with us to get ready for the big game. Jim Monos shares a funny Sean McDermott-Joe Mixon story you won't want to miss, too.Get all coverage at GoLongTD.com, including access to our Happy Hour with Stevie Johnson.This podcast is brought to you by our friends at Hamburg Brewing Company. Be on the lookout for a live event this spring, too.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Something new here in your podcast feed. Through the NFL madness, we'll make a point to record more of these shorter 15- and 20-minute episodes in addition to the main podcast with Jim Monos. From Hamburg Brewery Company in Western New York, this mini episode sets the stage for a fantastic Super Bowl matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Stephen Ross, oh, Stephen Ross. Why? Maybe none of us should be too surprised to see an owner so out of touch with reality. There is a way to rebuild in the NFL, but that isn't it. On the podcast, former director of personnel Jim Monos explains the mentality that goes into a rebuild. He knows 9-8 purgatory is no way to live,Also, the Giants are in the news again. We discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There's a lot happening in the NFL so, hey, here is a quick check-in on the podcast ahead of Championship Sunday. ESPN reported Saturday that the best ever is retiring. What a run.All stories, all shows at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Western New Yorkers love them some Isaiah McKenzie. We saw that right away on Thursday night.A huge, huge thank you to everyone who packed Mister’s Bar & Lanes for our final live episode of the season. It’s easy to see why the Buffalo Bills wide receiver is so beloved, too. You won’t find many NFL players this authentic and this honest with the public through the stressful ups and downs of an NFL season. And, really, that was the goal with this show at Go Long — to give all football fans a true look inside into this league. Poll-tested press conferences often only reveal so much. And, holy, what an emotional roller-coaster this 2021 season has been for McKenzie, from the kick return called back in Tennessee to getting benched by Sean McDermott after a 41-15 loss to the Colts to playing hero in Foxborough to one of the most insane finishes you’ll ever see in an NFL game. McKenzie has discussed it all… even that hilarious reason he did not attend Notre Dame. If you missed any previous episodes, they’re all linked below. This week? McKenzie guides everyone through the Bills’ surreal 42-36 overtime loss in Kansas City. What was going through his mind sitting on the bench afterward?Who said what in the locker room? Why exactly was the defense sitting back in such soft coverage to his knowledge? Do players even know what happened?Where is McKenzie at through his “5 stages of grief?”McKenzie is just as flabbergasted as the fans. And, now, he’s a free agent. McKenzie discusses the next step, too. After proving himself with limited opportunities, free agency could be interesting. Does he want to be back in Buffalo? You can watch and/or listen to The Isaiah McKenzie Show right here at Go Long. Audio and video options are both available above.Or, if podcasting is your thing, the shows are always available right inside the main Go Long Podcast feed on Apple and Spotify as well as its own standalone podcast feed on Apple and Spotify. All episodes also can be found on our YouTube channel.Thank you again, everyone. Go Long is a completely independent newsletter committed to finding a story you have not read (or heard) before. If you’d like to support independent journalism, you can upgrade to a full subscription right here: Miss a past episode? You can catch up right here:Ep 8: An inside look at '13 Seconds' and the ‘5 stages of grief’Ep 7: One shining momentEp 6: What happened to the Bills?Ep 5: ‘I was grazed by a bullet once’Ep 4: The true story of 'Lil Dirty'Ep 3: Why it's time for the Buffalo Bills to give him a scout team 'bonus'Ep 2: Inside the Bills’ demolition at ArrowheadEp 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What was it really like at Arrowhead? The Bills wide receiver takes everyone on the wild ride, answers the most pressing questions on all things '13 Seconds' and discusses his NFL future. Watch all full episodes of the Isaiah McKenzie show at Go Long right here. You won't want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Where to even begin?This was a game we will all be replaying for years. And while we absolutely preview Bengals-Chiefs and Rams-49ers on this episode of the Go Long Podcast, we sure thought it’d be a good idea to put Kansas City’s 42-36 overtime win over Buffalo under the microscope one final time.All podcasts and stories can be found at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What happened? Bob McGinn joins to dissect the destruction. Subscribe to GoLongTD.com to get all episodes of the "Ty & Bob Pod" today.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long is a newsletter dedicated to enterprising pro football journalism. Free and paid subscriptions are both available. You can support this publication best by subscribing here: Nobody sifts through the rubble of a playoff loss like Bob McGinn who’s seen quite a few calamities this time of year over the last decade.On this final in-season episode of the Ty & Bob Pod, we relive every angle of Green Bay’s 13-10 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The loss is not quite as stunning as you may think. We all should’ve seen this coming.Aaron Rodgers has made a habit of shrinking in January. His performance at Lambeau Field this time around was particularly meek. A blend of apathy, locking into Davante Adams and, shockingly, not reacting quick enough to the 49er defense doomed the likely MVP. Bob breaks it down.The critical third-and-7 run by Deebo Samuel is on cornerback Jaire Alexander, and speaks to the bigger problems the Packers had re-incorporating starters. And what about those special teams? Good God. Green Bay tried to break even on special teams yet again in 2021 and paid the price dearly. The blocked punt that changed this game was no accident, rather the culmination of year-long disinterest. From the front office to the coaching staff to the players, the Packers’ NFL-worst specials teams is on everyone. Overall, they proved to be a team with too much dead — Marcedes Lewis, Randall Cobb, etc. — and not enough core special teams players. Bob talked to people around the NFL to learn more.And, of course, the Packers now head into an offseason of uncertainty. A huge Thank You to everyone for listening to our podcast this season — we’re beyond appreciative and floored by your support. This site is totally powered by you. No ads, no corporations. Your good word has helped this podcast and newsletter spread all season long. If you haven’t, be sure to weigh in on the Packers’ loss in the Discuss thread and we hope you enjoy the pod.Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 1 1/2* OFFENSIVE LINE: 1 1/2* QUARTERBACKS: 1* RUNNING BACKS: 4 1/2* DEFENSIVE LINE: 3* LINEBACKERS: 4* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 3 1/2* KICKERS: 1 1/2* SPECIAL TEAMS: one-half* OVERALL: 2STARS OF THE WEEKOne. Aaron Jones, RBTwo. Rashan Gary, OLBThree. Davante Adams, WR This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

George Teague is defined by so many epic football moments. Over the offseason, he chatted with Go Long for this lengthy Q&A. What a football life he has led.We bring him back on the podcast for Part II of our divisional playoff preview extravaganza to look back at some playoff memories, from his interception returned for a touchdown in Detroit to the Packers' signature 1995 win at Candlestick. And, of course, we have to get Teague's take on those Dallas Cowboys. The ex-Cowboy safety was no fan of Mike McCarthy's "nervous" comment and thinks Jerry Jones will be operating with some urgency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen duel again. Are the Titans healthy at the perfect time? Jim Monos likes the Rams in an upset, too. We dive into all of the matchups and discuss all of these GM interviews, too, on Part I of our divisional playoff preview extravaganza.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Enjoy this free episode of the "Ty & Bob Pod!" To get them all, subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com.The 49ers just may be built to win at Lambeau Field and Hall-of-Famer Bob McGinn explains why.(There's also that whole Jimmy Garoppolo vs. Aaron Rodgers thing, though.)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

New around here? Welcome! The “Ty & Bob Pod,” at Go Long, is a weekly examination of the Green Bay Packers (with a look around the NFL, too). Bob McGinn has covered pro football over six different decades and offers his one-of-a-kind perspective.You can access every episode by subscribing right here: OK, so Jimmy Garoppolo is many tiers below the Green Bay Packers’ starting quarterback. He’s banged up, too. Still, as Bob McGinn breaks down, this is not a good matchup for the Packers. The 49ers prefer a mashing brand of football and are a completely different offense than the one that fell just short of a win at home vs. these Packers in September. Deebo Samuel has emerged as a 1-of-1, hybrid threat. He’ll line up at running back and wide receiver and is not fun to tackle. Rookie Elijah Mitchell is the sort of decisive, one-cut running back his head coach loves, too.Defensively, the 49ers’ defensive line is the best in the business.Not to mention that this team has been in win-now mode for a while. I tend to think the Packers win a close one because we know how the Garoppolo story ends. He’s proven to commit the big mistake in the big moment. That was the case when these teams met before — as we wrote in a column here — and again in a near-collapse against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Wild Card Round. Meanwhile, MVP candidate Aaron Rodgers simply does not turn the ball over, and he has a strong rushing attack to lean on himself this postseason. This feels like an A.J. Dillon sort of game.Bob sure does make some compelling points, though. You’ll learn everything you need to about the 49ers on this week’s “Ty & Bob Pod.”Thanks, all. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Whoa. That's one way to exorcise some demons. The Buffalo Bills welcomed the team that's tortured them for a good decades to town for a wild card game. Then, they demolished them.We get into the complete, instant blowout. Bill Belichick coached scared. Josh Allen was unstoppable. The Chiefs, likely, are up next.Hold onto your butts.(And subscribe to GoLongTD.com today!)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Alcohol, weed, cocaine, depression. The former Packers running back was in a bad place... but he lived to tell his story right here. In a conversation with Go Long, Alex Green opens up on it all. He knows how lucky he is to even be alive. Sober now for nearly two months, Green is determined to stay on the right track and needs to share his story. You can also read our chat at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Here's an exclusive episode of our Packers-themed podcast. To get them all, you can subscribe to GoLongTD.com.Who knows what the future holds? This could be Aaron Rodgers’ final season with the Green Bay Packers. Davante Adams will be a free agent.This team might even lose an assistant to a head coaching job.The pressure’s on Green Bay to get it done this season with this team. We delve into the team’s Week 18 loss to the Detroit Lions but more so look ahead to the playoffs because, now, the real season begins for the No. 1-seeded Packers. They’ve got the talent to win it all but there are certainly questions. For two hours, we dig into all of those questionsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

New around here? Welcome! The “Ty & Bob Pod,” at Go Long, is a weekly examination of the Green Bay Packers (with a look around the NFL, too). Bob McGinn has covered pro football over six different decades and offers his one-of-a-kind perspective. You can access every episode by subscribing right here: Who knows what the future holds? This could be Aaron Rodgers’ final season with the Green Bay Packers. Davante Adams will be a free agent. This team might even lose an assistant to a head coaching job.The pressure’s on Green Bay to get it done this season with this team. We delve into the team’s Week 18 loss to the Detroit Lions but more so look ahead to the playoffs because, now, the real season begins for the No. 1-seeded Packers. They’ve got the talent to win it all but there are certainly questions. For two hours, we dig into all of those questions…* A cavalry of stars are returning from injury: left tackle David Bakhtiari, outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith and cornerback Jaire Alexander. You want their talent on the field, obviously. But it’s also a heck of a lot more complicated than that. Especially if Green Bay must face that 49ers’ run game in the playoffs again.* Did Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn supply teams a mini blueprint vs. Rodgers? He made everything a tick more difficult on the back end at Ford Field. Bob explains.* Green Bay sure could use a healthy Marquez Valdes-Scantling flying downfield in case a shootout looms.* Then, there’s the potential of a Tom Brady rematch. He has quite an MVP case to make himself this season and always diagnoses what’s wrong in any defense. If these teams meet again, should Green Bay be concerned? The 44-year-old is as dangerous as ever.* Jordan Love’s appearance started strong, but turnovers got him in the end. Exactly how confident should Brian Gutekunst be in his 2020 first-round pick at this point? * Special teams. Special teams. Special teams. It’s remarkable the Packers won 13 games given the play of this unit. We also talk some MAC basketball with a dash of Joe Judge. It’s time teams stopped saying “relieved of his duties.” too. We offer a new phrase that NFL teams can officially use during a week like this. And in “McGinn’s Memories,” Bob looks back to what life was like when head coaches held press conferences after getting fired. Lindy Infante’s presser was a doozy.Thanks, everyone. Miss a past episode? Here is the full archive of the “Ty & Bob Pod.”Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 3* OFFENSIVE LINE: 2 1/2* QUARTERBACKS: 1* RUNNING BACKS: 3 1/2* DEFENSIVE LINE: 2 1/2* LINEBACKERS: 1* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 1* KICKERS: 2 1/2* SPECIAL TEAMS: 4* OVERALL: 2STARS OF THE WEEKOne. Dean Lowry, DLTwo. Josiah Deguara, TEThree. Allen Lazard, WR This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

After the Bills passed on Patrick Mahomes, they did select Nathan Peterman. What a funny story Jim Monos has to share with co-owner Kim Pegula from that day.We also discuss whether a playmaking quarterback, like Josh Allen, can get hot for four straight playoff games. The New York Giants are sifting through the wreckage.And... AB. Should Monos bring him to the XFL? How could the XFL work? It's a fun pod from Hamburg Brewing Company in WNY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The seven-year NFL running back sits down with Go Long to relive his remarkable rise from chubby fifth-stringer to NFL running back.You can also read the interview at GoLongTD.com.We discuss Jennings' surreal rise, and also the Giants of today, the concept of "loyalty," the real Odell Beckham Jr. and why he hopes Antonio Brown gets another shot.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

With two games to go, who's hot, who's healthy and who can win the Super Bowl? We try to make sense of a wild 'n wacky NFL season.Also, through Jan. 1, you can subscribe to Go Long at the discounted rate of 25% off to get everything we have to offer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Enjoy this free episode of the "Ty & Bob Pod." To get them all, subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com! The full archive is right here. We're up to 17 episodes on the season.Each week, we break down the Green Bay Packers and whip around the NFL. McGinn has covered the team since the 70s and provides his Hall-of-Fame perspective. Right now -- through Jan. 1 -- you can take advantage of our Christmas Special. Get everything at Go Long 25 % off at this link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

To all of our new subscribers… welcome! The “Ty & Bob Pod” is one of the three podcasts at Go Long. Here, each week, Hall-of-Fame sportswriter Bob McGinn meticulously breaks down the team he has covered since the 70s: the Green Bay Packers. Bob is one of a kind. I think you’ll love his unique eye for the sport, his ability to shuffle through notes at high speeds and, of course, his convincing argument to microwave your morning coffee. (I’m in. It’s life-changing.)And to our regulars, thank you. You make these two hours part of your life every damn week and we do not take that for granted. As always, hit us with your thoughts in the comment section below.We kick off this week’s episode with New York Giants talk. Owner John Mara has quite a mess to clean up but will he attack the mess with a wrecking ball or a squeegee? Bob provides his perspective on our two-part series.As for the Packers, it was another ugly win. If the officials throw the flag on Baker Mayfield’s fourth interception, this is probably a much different conversation. Alas, the Packers held on, 24-22, to improve to 12-3. With wins over the Vikings and Lions to close the season, they can ensure the road to the Super Bowl goes through northeast Wisconsin in the NFC.Cornerback Rasul Douglas, one of GM Brian Gutekunst’s crown-jewel signings, continued his banner season. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers had basically the same sort of game he’s had every week.And Mayfield? He is the topic du jour and he wasn’t as bad as you might’ve thought. All four picks weren’t on Mayfield and let’s not forget the state of his body, either. He's in major pain. Then again, he was the No. 1 overall pick in 2018. We discuss the present and future of the Browns quarterback. The “Rating the Packers” rundown starts ‘round the 18-minute mark if you want to cut to the nitty-gritty.Thanks again, all. Scrambling for a Christmas gift? As the New Year approaches? Share our football storytelling right here if you’d like:Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 3* OFFENSIVE LINE: 3 1/2* QUARTERBACKS: 4* RUNNING BACKS: 3 1/2* DEFENSIVE LINE: 1 1/2* LINEBACKERS: 2 1/2* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 3* KICKERS: 3* SPECIAL TEAMS: 3* OVERALL: 3 ½STARS OF THE WEEKOne. Aaron Rodgers, QBTwo. Rasul Douglas, CBThree. Aaron Jones, RB This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a month it’s been for Isaiah McKenzie.Not sure we’ve seen a turnaround quite like this anywhere in the NFL this season.Way back when the Buffalo Bills were shellacked by the Indianapolis Colts, 41-15, the receiver/returner was promptly sent to the bench. Head coach Sean McDermott appeared to be making an example out of McKenzie after his fumble in the blowout loss. And right then, as he explains on this week’s show, McKenzie feared his career with the Bills may be finished.He was inactive in New Orleans, then inactive against the Patriots at home.McKenzie got called back up for a handful of plays in Tampa Bay and finally — with wide receivers Cole Beasley and Gabriel Davis both on the Covid-19 list — McKenzie was needed. He did not disappoint, either. In Buffalo’s 33-21 win in Foxborough, he caught 11 passes for 125 yards with one touchdown. Again and again, quarterback Josh Allen looked for McKenzie in crucial situations and now Super Bowl hopes are very real again for the Bills.On “The Isaiah McKenzie Show,” at Go Long, McKenzie digs into it all…* The benching. He breaks down his conversation with McDermott and what happened next personally. It took a few sleepless nights to get past his head coach’s decision. McKenzie was in his own head. This wasn’t easy.* How he dominated Bill Belichick’s defense. Not many receivers can live to tell these stories but McKenzie knew that in man-to-man coverage, no cornerback could keep up with him. So, he ate Myles Bryant's lunch.* His rapport with Josh Allen. He’s convinced they still have a rare connection that goes back to 2018 when Allen was a raw rookie out of Wyoming and he was just trying to save his NFL career after the Denver Broncos gave up on him. The two are tight. Allen believed in McKenzie with Beasley and Davis both out.* Spending Christmas Eve with complete strangers. It's the ultimate Western New York story, isn't it? McKenzie was hungry, let folks know on social media and, voila, all of a sudden he's at the kitchen table with a family. He explains how it all happened.* His Georgia Bulldogs are playing in the College Football Playoff. He wants a piece of ‘Bama in the title game, too.* Remember when McKenzie’s chest landed on the ball? He’s still feeling the effects of that one.* What does the future entail for McKenzie? He’s been joking with teammates that coaches only use him one game a year, so who the heck knows what happens next. Maybe now, a calendar year later, he is this team’s secret weapon.You can watch and/or listen to The Isaiah McKenzie Show right here at Go Long. Audio and video options are both available above. Or, if podcasting is your thing, the shows are always available right inside the main Go Long Podcast feed on Apple and Spotify as well as its own standalone podcast feed on Apple and Spotify. All episodes also can be found on our YouTube channel.We do have one more in-person show scheduled at Mister’s in East Aurora, N.Y. for next week, though stay tuned to GoLongTD.com for updates.Thanks, everyone.Go Long is a completely independent newsletter committed to finding a story you have not read (or heard) before. If you’d like to support independent journalism, you can upgrade to a full subscription right here:Miss a past episode? You can catch up right here:Ep 7: One shining momentEp 6: What happened to the Bills?Ep 5: ‘I was grazed by a bullet once’Ep 4: The true story of 'Lil Dirty'Ep 3: Why it's time for the Buffalo Bills to give him a scout team 'bonus'Ep 2: Inside the Bills’ demolition at ArrowheadEp 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a month it’s been for Isaiah McKenzie.Way back when the Buffalo Bills were shellacked by the Indianapolis Colts, 41-15, the receiver/returner was sent to the bench. Head coach Sean McDermott appeared to be making an example out of McKenzie after his fumble in the loss. And right then, as he explains on this week’s show, McKenzie feared his career with the Bills may be finished.He was an inactive in New Orleans, then an inactive against the Patriots at home.McKenzie finally got called back up for a handful of plays in Tampa Bay and then — with Cole Beasley and Gabriel Davis both on the Covid-19 list — McKenzie was needed on offense. He did not disappoint, either. In Buffalo’s 33-21 win over the Patriots, he caught 11 passes for 125 yards with one touchdown. Again and again, quarterback Josh Allen looked for McKenzie in crucial situations and now Super Bowl hopes are very real again for the Bills. With Go Long, McKenzie digs into it all…The benching. He breaks down his conversation with McDermott and what happened next personally. It took a few sleepless nights to get past his head coach’s decision. McKenzie was in his own head — this wasn’t easy.How he dominated Bill Belichick’s defense. Not many receivers can live to tell these stories but McKenzie knew that, in man to man, no corner could keep up with him. He ate Myles Bryant's lunch. His rapport with Josh Allen. He’s convinced they still have a rare connection that goes back to 2018 when Allen was a rookie and he was just trying to save his NFL career. The two are tight and Allen believed in him with Beasley and Davis both out. Spending Christmas Eve with complete strangers. It's the ultimate Western New York story, isn't it? McKenzie was hungry, let folks know on social media and, voila, all of a sudden he's at the kitchen table with a family. He explains how it all happened. His Georgia Bulldogs are playing in the College Football Playoff. (He wants a piece of ‘Bama in the title game, too.)Remember when McKenzie’s chest landed on the ball? He’s still feeling the effects of that one.What does the future entail for McKenzie? He’s been joking with teammates that coaches only use him one game a year, so who the heck knows what happens next. Maybe now, a calendar year later, he is this team’s secret weapon.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This is a team in a terrible place. How did the New York Giants, under GM Dave Gettleman, get here? Subscribe to GoLongTD.com to find out. In a two-part series, Go Long talks to everyone who witnessed the wreckage up close pick to pick, draft to draft. It's ugly. It's bigger than the GM. And if the Giants aren't careful, they'll continue to repeat their mistakes. Here on the podcast, we discuss the stories and Jim Monos -- who has been in those draft meetings -- supplies his one-of-a-kind perspective.He knows how things can go south behind the scenes.Also, Jim shares some exciting news. We've got an XFL exec on our hands now.Thank you, all, for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We'll be dropping our story on the New York Giants next week -- exclusive to paid subscribers. Join our community today at GoLongTD.com to get this longform piece and everything we have to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Grinding on a young woman who is not his wife. Kicking his kicker. Hiring a strength coach who was accused of racism.Zero results on the field.The Urban Meyer Experience could not have gone any worse and, now, he’s finished. Jacksonville finally decided enough was enough and fired Meyer this week. On this week’s episode of the Go Long Podcast, with former Buffalo Bills director of personnel Jim Monos, we try to make sense of it all.Also, is Sean McDermott holding back quarterback Josh Allen in Buffalo? He may be.Who’s the NFL MVP? Monos is high on Aaron Rodgers.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He was an enforcer on one of the last true violent secondaries of our time.From Cleveland to Denver, T.J. Ward was one of the most feared safeties in pro football. He made two Pro Bowls (2013, 2014), was a second team All-Pro and then had the game of his life in a 2015 Super Bowl win over Carolina.His “No Fly Zone” DB group — which included Aqib Talib, Chris Harris Jr. and Darian Stewart — perfectly complemented Von Miller and DeMarcus Ware up front to shut down Ben Roethlisberger, Tom Brady and league MVP Cam Newton that postseason.In this hourlong conversation with Go Long, the bruising safety opens up on that Broncos defense, all of the concussions he suffered over the years, why the NFL has gone too far with player safety (and may look like rugby one day) and, also, why he believes the league blackballed him. Ward had a bad experience with the Buccaneers in 2017, couldn’t sign with anyone for two years and had a cup ‘o joe with the Cardinals last season before retiring.He does not hold back — on anything.The full Q&A is posted at GoLongTD.com and, remember, you can always subscribe this holiday to get everything we have to offer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We haven't seen parity like this in years. So, who's for real? Who's not? We try to make sense of it all. Also, we catch up on the aftermath of Buffalo's loss to the Patriots. As always, check out the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com.This podcast is powered by our friends at Hamburg Brewing Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Everyone knew the Patriots were going to run the football and the Buffalo Bills could not stop it. They were soft in the trenches again.Meanwhile, Josh Allen played well in the crazy Western New York wind... right up to the final drive. At his salary, he needs to make one of these plays.We relive the Patriots' wacky 14-10 win over the Bills on MNF here on the podcast. It all starts at the top with Sean McDermott.Also, if you stick around, you'll find out why Doug Marrone quit on the Bills. Co-host Jim Monos shares the behind-the-scenes reasoning. I don't think you'll want to miss it. Subscribe to Go Long to get everything any time at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com today to hang out with players around the NFL.This week, former Buffalo Bills Pro Bowl center Eric Wood threw back drinks with us. Here's the full replay to give you a sense of what you get upgrading at Go Long today.Thanks, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Enjoy this free episode of the "Ty & Bob Pod." To get all eps, become a subscriber at GoLongTD.com today! Each week, Bob McGinn and Tyler Dunne break down the Green Bay Packers' game in full, unfiltered detail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The reason the Los Angeles Rams have treated draft picks like junk mail was to win the Super Bowl this season. That’s it. Nothing else is acceptable for Sean McVay’s club. One year ago, they lost to the Packers, 32-18, in the divisional round. Together, Matthew Stafford, Jalen Ramsey, Von Miller and Odell Beckham Jr., were supposed to flip that score and elevate the Rams back to the Super Bowl which is, conveniently, in their own stadium this season.So, how’s that working out? Not good.The Packers delivered the Rams a numbing reality check on Sunday evening at Lambeau Field with a 36-28 win. On this week’s “Ty & Bob Pod,” we dissect it all… and also give Bob a moment to bask in Michigan’s gigantic triumph. Davante Adams, again, showed why he’s one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. AJ Dillon, again, blasted a defender into tomorrow. The defense allowed a couple big plays but, again, didn’t need to do anything crazy schematically with Kenny Clark and Rashan Gary mauling folks.And while Stafford remained Stafford with another pick-six, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was even better than you think. His sterling numbers don’t tell the full story, either. The reigning MVP was surgical downfield and helped his own offensive line a ton against one of the best defensive fronts in the league. Enjoy the full podcast above.Thanks, everyone.Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 4* OFFENSIVE LINE: 3 1/2* QUARTERBACKS: 4 1/2* RUNNING BACKS: 3 1/2* DEFENSIVE LINE: 4* LINEBACKERS: 4* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 3 1/2* KICKERS: 2* SPECIAL TEAMS: 3* OVERALL: 4STARS OF THE WEEKOne. Aaron Rodgers, QBTwo. Rashan Gary, LBThree. Adrian Amos, S This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Both teams are on a collision course in the AFC East. Did the Bills really get back on track in New Orleans? How have the Patriots rattled off five straight wins.We talk to The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn about both teams as a MNF showdown looms.Be sure to take advantage of our Black Friday deal at GoLongTD.com today to subscribe and get everything we have to offer. Thanks, all!https://www.golongtd.com/p/old-school-week-is-comingLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Join the building community at Go Long today at 25% off. All details at GoLongTD.com: https://www.golongtd.com/p/old-school-week-is-comingThis special runs through the rest of November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

No, this is not how the Buffalo Bills wanted to be playing football into late November. There is legitimate cause for concern.Unlike last season, they’re not routing opponents with ease. The Indianapolis Colts effectively punched the Bills in the mouth, again and again, through a 41-15 win on Sunday.So, what now? As we wrote at Go Long, the Bills’ problems run deep into the fabric of how this team was built. They’ll have a chance to turn things around quickly on Thanksgiving Day at New Orleans. The fans who pour millions of dollars into the NFL don’t get the full story unfortunately with locker rooms closed off to the media this season, which is one reason we started the Isaiah McKenzie Show — he is willing to give everyone a real feel for how this league works through the ups and the downs. As always, McKenzie is honest this episode. He digs into the loss, the mood and his own fumble at the end of the first half.We also discuss McKenzie’s highly successful BBQ restaurant in Miami. It has become an incredible passion of his with “La Traila Barbecue Miami” voted the No. 1 BBQ spot in South Florida. And for a good half-hour, McKenzie takes everyone’s questions at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. You can catch the Isaiah McKenzie Show right here at GoLongTD.com or wherever you get your podcasts. It has its own feed on Apple and Spotify, while we also include the show on our flagship Go Long Podcast Apple and Spotify feeds. All full videos are posted at the Go Long YouTube page, too. I appreciate everyone for coming on out or listening/watching wherever you are. We still have four episodes to go, one of which will be held at Mister’s on Jan 3. Feel free to make your reservation for that show today.Go Long is a newsletter dedicated to enterprising pro football journalism. Free and paid subscriptions are both available. You can support this publication best by subscribing here:Miss a past episode? You can catch up right here:Ep 5: ‘I was grazed by a bullet once’Ep 4: The true story of 'Lil Dirty'Ep 3: Why it's time for the Buffalo Bills to give him a scout team 'bonus'Ep 2: Inside the Bills’ demolition at ArrowheadEp 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

No, this is not how the Buffalo Bills wanted to be playing football into late November. There is legitimate cause for concern.Unlike last season, they’re not routing opponents with ease. The Indianapolis Colts effectively punched the Bills in the mouth, again and again, through a 41-15 win on Sunday.So, what now? As we wrote at Go Long, the Bills’ problems run deep into the fabric of how this team was built. They’ll have a chance to turn things around quick on Thanksgiving at New Orleans.The fans who pour millions of dollars into the NFL don’t get the full story unfortunately with open locker room closed off to the media this season, which is a big reason we started the Isaiah McKenzie Show — he is willing to give everyone a real feel for how this league works. And, as always, McKenzie is honest this episode. He digs into the loss, the mood and his own fumble at the end of the first half.We also discuss McKenzie’s highly successful BBQ restaurant in Miami. It has become an incredible passion of his with “La Traila Barbecue Miami” voted the No. 1 BBQ spot in South Florida, too.And for a good half-hour, McKenzie takes everyone’s questions at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter to get everything we have to offer today, at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're an even 21-21. Let's get down to business and make you some dough.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com -- thanks, all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're all about the 90s here on the Go Long Podcast so, with the Browns in the news, we bring on former bashing running back Leroy Hoard.He was a Pro Bowler back on the '94 Browns that made the playoffs. He remembers what life was like when the franchise moved from Cleveland to Baltimore. We reminisce on that pain, discuss the Buffalo Bills' pursuit of a new stadium and, of course, dive deep on the Browns of today with a hearty debate over quarterback Baker Mayfield.As always, subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com to get everything we have to offer and be on the lookout for our next live event at Hamburg Brewing Company in Western NY!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Central to the Buffalo Bills’ turnaround last weekend was the man known as “Lil Dirty” himself. Isaiah McKenzie injected needed life into the Bills against the New York Jets as only McKenzie can with some pregame battle cries, a big punt return and his first touchdown of the season. On Episode 5 of The Isaiah McKenzie Show, here at Go Long, the receiver/returner takes you inside the team’s massive energy shift. How can a team look so bad one week and so good the next? He explains. Buffalo needed this 45-17 win with much tougher games ahead.Afterward, the team’s head coach praised McKenzie, too. Sean McDermott noted McKenzie’s maturation and the fact that he doesn’t come from much.So, here on the show, we take a deeper look into McKenzie’s upbringing down in Miami Gardens… and he shares a story few people in his life know. A bullet easily could’ve taken his life. It’s quite chilling, to say the least. So many of his friends weren’t so lucky. And, finally, McKenzie has some fun breaking down the Bills’ wacky wide receiver room. Without question, this position group could have its own sitcom with Stefon Diggs (“He’s the queen, the Madonna”), Cole Beasley (“Vaccine Boy”) and Emmanuel Sanders (“Splinter”) all supplying the laughs and tears on a day-to-day basis. Little do people know that McKenzie is one trying to keep Diggs calm, too.Thanks for watching and listening, everyone. Remember to submit questions for McKenzie to golongtd@gmail.com. As always, you can get every single episode in these posts right at GoLongTD.com, and wherever you get podcasts. The Isaiah McKenzie Show is available on the Go Long Podcast and also has its own Apple and Spotify channels. If YouTube is your thing, all 10 episodes can be found on YouTube.As a reminder, half of the episodes will be held right at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y. We still have two left if you’d like to hang out with us in-person — on Monday Nov. 22 (6 p.m.) and Monday Jan. 3 (6 p.m.). It’s a rip-roarin’ good time. Hope to meet you there and, also, paid subscribers to Go Long get first dibs on a table. The first three shows were all jam-packed so feel free to upgrade at the button below and make your reservation online right here. (Just include your email in the special request section so we can confirm your subscription.)Miss a past episode of The Isaiah McKenzie Show? Catch up right here:Ep 4: The true story of 'Lil Dirty'Ep 3: Why it's time for the Buffalo Bills to give him a scout team 'bonus'Ep 2: Inside the Bills’ demolition at ArrowheadEp 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Central to the Buffalo Bills’ turnaround last weekend was the man known as “Lil Dirty” himself.Isaiah McKenzie injected needed life into the Bills against the New York Jets as only McKenzie can with some pregame battle cries, a big punt return and his first touchdown of the season.On Episode 5 of The Isaiah McKenzie Show, here at Go Long, the receiver/returner takes you inside the team’s massive energy shift. How can a team look so bad one week and so good the next? He explains. Buffalo needed this 45-17 win with much tougher games ahead.Afterward, the team’s head coach praised McKenzie, too. Sean McDermott noted McKenzie’s maturation and the fact that he doesn’t come from much.So, here on the show, we take a deeper look into McKenzie’s upbringing down in Miami Gardens… and he shares a story few people in his life know. A bullet easily could’ve taken his life.It’s quite chilling, to say the least. So many of his friends weren’t so lucky.And, finally, McKenzie has some fun breaking down the Bills’ wacky wide receiver room. Without question, this position group could have its own sitcom with Stefon Diggs (“He’s the queen, the Madonna”), Cole Beasley (“Vaccine Boy”) and Emmanuel Sanders (“Splinter”) all supplying the laughs and tears on a day-to-day basis.Little do people know that McKenzie is one trying to keep Diggs calm, too.Thanks for watching and listening, everyone. Remember to submit questions for McKenzie to golongtd@gmail.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

If you make money, we'll take the credit. If not, don't come crying to us. Here are your LOCKS of the week.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a fun conversation with longtime NFL quarterback Seneca Wallace. He doesn't hold back, too.The former Seahawks quarterback relives eye-opening memories of Mike Holmgren and Matt Hasselbeck, the time Jim Harbaugh used him as nothing more than "bait" as a 49ers QB for a week and, of course, we touch on his final season in the pros with Green Bay. You won't want to miss his perspective on Aaron Rodgers. He remembers a ridiculously talented quarterback who also happened to be quite strange as a person.Of course, we rip through Wallace's own career. He spent a decade in the West Coast offense but knows he could've offered so much more with his mobility.Be sure to check out the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com. Join the free email list today.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Considering a full subscription at Go Long? We'd love to have you! When you subscribe at GoLongTD.com, you get full access to everything... including the "Ty & Bob Pod."Bob McGinn, my old beat partner at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, has covered the Packers over the course of six decades and is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Nobody watches film like him. Each week, he meticulously grades each player.With Aaron Rodgers in the news this week, I figured we'd share this week's episode on the main Go Long feed. Hope you enjoy and give us a try at Go Long.Thanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Surely, the Green Bay Packers expected more drama from their dramatic quarterback this 2021 season. They know him better than anyone.But… this? My God, what a week this was.Unless you’re just waking up from a coma, you’ve followed the madness. Aaron Rodgers was caught in his lie, went scorched earth on The Pat McAfee Show and then, without their MVP quarterback, the Packers lost to the Kansas City Chiefs, 13-7, at Arrowhead Stadium. The deception seems to be what ticked everyone off most, the fact that Rodgers wanted the world to believe he was vaccinated back in late August.So, on Tuesday, Rodgers offered a non-apology by saying: “Anybody who felt mislead by those comments, I take full responsibility for those comments.”There’s quite a bit to unpack here — off and on the field.Bob offers his full thoughts on Rodgers and we closely examine Jordan Love’s first start. It was a challenge but, as the tape shows, the miscues weren’t all on Love, either. Head coach Matt LaFleur did his young quarterback no favors. On the defensive side of the ball, there was a lot to like in KC, too.Also, this week’s “McGinn Memory” is another beaut. Bob looks back at another quarterback’s first appearance. Appreciate you all listening and waiting an extra day for this week’s pod. Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 2* OFFENSIVE LINE: 2* QUARTERBACKS: 1 ½* RUNNING BACKS: 4* DEFENSIVE LINE: 3* LINEBACKERS: 3* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 4 ½* KICKERS: 1 ½* SPECIAL TEAMS: one-half* OVERALL: 2 ½STARS OF THE WEEKOne. A.J. Dillon, RBTwo. Darnell Savage, SThree. Krys Barnes, LB This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Who's winning this week? We offer our three locks of the week vs the spread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Aaron Rodgers says he wants a “conversation,” not a “controversy.” Great. Let’s have another Rodgers-themed conversation on the Go Long Podcast.Holy, what a week.As he’s done before, Rodgers decided to go scorched earth in an interview. This time, it’s because his jig was up and he had no other choice. After effectively lying to the public — afraid of outsiders discovering he was unvaccinated — Rodgers got Covid himself, didn’t have a choice but to speak and held one whopper of a chat with Pat McAfee.On this episode of the Go Long Podcast, former Bills director of personnel Jim Monos and myself try to offer a perspective you haven’t heard these last 72 hours on all things Rodgers and Odell Beckham Jr. (Hopefully your hearing is still intact, too.)While there’s certainly some good in what Rodgers had to say this week, his take on “silencing” people is quite interesting given his past. And not too long ago, Monos was dining with OBJ at Tempo Restaurant ahead of the 2014 NFL Draft. What did he pick up on the wide receiver’s personality then?Also, it was announced this week that a pair of previous Go Long Podcast guests would be inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame. Feel free to replay our eps with Roman Harper and Jahri Evans, and congrats to both. They didn’t disappoint during their Zooms with us.Thanks for listening, everyone.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Teammates said he smells… and has bad breath… and talks too much junk so, of course, we had to give Isaiah McKenzie an opportunity to snipe back here on Episode 4 of The Isaiah McKenzie Show at Go Long. On the Buffalo Bills’ own sponsored video clip on social media, McKenzie was roasted good.McKenzie doesn’t hold back with his response.From there, we learn more about the real “Lil Dirty” on the Isaiah McKenzie Show, live from Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y. * The nickname does have merit. He explains. Turns out, Stefon Diggs is to blame for the nickname taking off, too. * McKenzie tends to fall asleep any given moment. Maybe it’s a team meeting. Maybe it’s on a hardwood floor at home. Without warning, McKenzie passes out any second of any day. His sister offers some insight, too. * The team’s 26-11 win over Miami. How did Buffalo turn it around? This sure wasn’t looking good at halftime. McKenzie again offers a rare peek behind the curtain, explaining who spoke up in the locker room to get this offense rolling. Also, do such motivational speeches work? And can guest speakers like Phil Mickelson really resonate? * Are opponents trying to hurt Josh Allen after plays? That appeared to be the case at the end of this win. Allen was not thrilled with Christian Wilkins of the Dolphins. * Sadly, McKenzie has never heard of Jim Croce (or Christmas Vacation or George Costanza or Comedy Central), but we do learn which musician he listens to exclusively before every game. His answer may surprise you. Slow, sad music is what actually gets McKenzie’s mind right. * He’s living out of a hotel today, but that wasn’t the case as a kid. McKenzie takes us all back to growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with eight siblings in Miami Gardens. Cockroaches and mice became his close friends. * The Jacksonville Jaguars are up next so, naturally, we wonder if his head coach Sean McDermott would ever get caught up in the, uh, shenanigans their head coach did. You probably know the answer to that one and McKenzie, again, is hilarious when it comes to his head coach. * Your questions. McKenzie answers everything for a good 20 to 25 minutes, promising to give one young fan in attendance the football if he scores a touchdown against the Jaguars. Thanks for watching and listening, everyone. As always, you can get every single episode in these posts right at GoLongTD.com, and wherever you get podcasts. The Isaiah McKenzie Show is available on the Go Long Podcast and also has its own Apple and Spotify channels. If YouTube is your thing, all 10 episodes can be found on YouTube. We’ve got six eps to go, two of which will be held at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y.Tables fill up fast so if you can make one of the final live shows — Nov. 22 and Jan. 3 (both at 6 p.m.) — be sure to make your reservation on the Mister’s Bar & Lanes website via OpenTable today. Paid subscribers to Go Long get first dibs on a table so, if you’d like, upgrade right here as well.McKenzie loves hanging out with fans afterward. It’s a family-friendly environment, so feel free to bring your kids.Ep 3: Why it's time for the Buffalo Bills to give him a scout team 'bonus'Ep 2: Inside the Bills’ demolition at ArrowheadEp 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Teammates said he smells… and has bad breath… and talks too much junk so, of course, we had to give Isaiah McKenzie an opportunity to snipe back here on Episode 4 of The Isaiah McKenzie Show at Go Long.On the Buffalo Bills’ own sponsored video clip on social media, McKenzie was roasted good.McKenzie doesn’t hold back with his response.From there, we learn more about the real “Lil Dirty” on the Isaiah McKenzie Show, live from Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y.The nickname does have merit. He explains. Turns out, Stefon Diggs is to blame for the nickname taking off, too.McKenzie tends to fall asleep any given moment. Maybe it’s a team meeting. Maybe it’s on a hardwood floor at home. Without warning, McKenzie passes out any second of any day. His sister offers some insight, too.The team’s 26-11 win over Miami. How did Buffalo turn it around? This sure wasn’t looking good at halftime. McKenzie again offers a rare peek behind the curtain, explaining who spoke up in the locker room to get this offense rolling. Also, do such motivational speeches work? And can guest speakers like Phil Mickelson really resonate?Are opponents trying to hurt Josh Allen after plays? That appeared to be the case at the end of this win. Allen was not thrilled with Christian Wilkins of the Dolphins.Sadly, McKenzie has never heard of Jim Croce (or Christmas Vacation or George Costanza or Comedy Central), but we do learn which musician he listens to exclusively before every game. His answer may surprise you. Slow, sad music is what actually gets McKenzie’s mind right.He’s living out of a hotel today, but that wasn’t the case as a kid. McKenzie takes us all back to growing up in a one-bedroom apartment with eight siblings in Miami Gardens. Cockroaches and mice became his close friends.The Jacksonville Jaguars are up next so, naturally, we wonder if his head coach Sean McDermott would ever get caught up in the, uh, shenanigans their head coach did. You probably know the answer to that one and McKenzie, again, is hilarious when it comes to his head coach.Your questions. McKenzie answers everything for a good 20 to 25 minutes, promising to give one young fan in attendance the football if he scores a touchdown against the Jaguars.Thanks for watching and listening, everyone.As always, you can get every single episode in these posts right at GoLongTD.com, and wherever you get podcasts. The Isaiah McKenzie Show is available on the Go Long Podcast and also has its own Apple and Spotify channels. If YouTube is your thing, all 10 episodes can be found on YouTube.We’ve got six eps to go, two of which will be held at Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y.Tables fill up fast so if you can make one of the final live shows — Nov. 22 and Jan. 3 (both at 6 p.m.) — be sure to make your reservation on the Mister’s Bar & Lanes website via OpenTable today. Paid subscribers to Go Long get first dibs on a table so, if you’d like, upgrade right here as well: GoLongTD.com.McKenzie loves hanging out with fans afterward. It’s a family-friendly environment, so feel free to bring your kids.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

If you're interested in acquiring wealth, these 10 minutes will change your life.The Louie Locks have been on fire.Head on into Hamburg Brewing Company in Western New York to give the Louie IPA a try, and enjoy our picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

In 2013, Buffalo Bills GM Buddy Nix drafted EJ Manuel 16th overall to be the team's long-lost savior at the position. So, what happened? His story runs deeper than you think.Jim Monos, our pod co-host, was in the room as the team's director of personnel when the Bills told Manuel he was being benched shortly into Year 2. For the first time ever, Manuel explains what went through his head after that conversation. He entered a dark, dark place mentally and never was able to get his career back on track.I think everyone will enjoy this candid conversation with the former starting quarterback in Buffalo. It absolutely relates to rookie quarterbacks today, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It’s high time for Isaiah McKenzie to get the ball more in Buffalo. (A 101-yard kick return is proof of that, right?) It’s not time for anyone to hire Isaiah McKenzie as their next babysitter. (This story will crack you up.)He’s masterful at getting underneath the skin of teammates. (Just ask Micah Hyde.)He runs for miles… upon miles… upon miles every practice. (And sure wouldn’t mind a scout team “bonus” in his next deal.)These are just a handful of the many truths we learn on Episode 3 of the Isaiah McKenzie Show. Again, we record live from Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y., and it’s a rollicking affair. We start off by reliving the Bills’ 34-31 loss in Nashville, where McKenzie was nearly the hero. His touchdown with three minutes to go was called back on a hold. From there, we look back at the moments that made McKenzie growing up. The questions from folks in the audience were fantastic, too.You’ll get the inside story on Dawson Knox’s two-point throw with a broken hand.With Halloween around the corner, McKenzie power ranks his top 5 candies. And I think you’ll enjoy McKenzie’s take on “taunting” in the NFL.A huge thanks to everyone who came on out to pack Mister’s. Remember, we’ll be there on site for three more episodes at the dates below. Make your reservation today. Subscribers to Go Long get first dibs at a table. Just note your email address in the comments section on Open Table or let them know on the phone.Monday, Nov. 1 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 22 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Jan. 3 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)You can catch all 10 episodes of the Isaiah McKenzie Show, throughout the season, right here at GoLongTD.com, over on the flagship Go Long Podcast, on its own Apple and Spotify feeds and, of course, YouTube. Have a question for McKenzie? Email us at golongtd@gmail.com.Thanks, everyone.Go Long is a newsletter dedicated to enterprising pro football journalism. Free and paid subscriptions are both available. You can support this publication best by subscribing here: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It’s high time for Isaiah McKenzie to get the ball more in Buffalo. (A 101-yard kick return is proof of that, right?)It’s not time for anyone to hire Isaiah McKenzie as their next babysitter. (This story will crack you up.)He’s masterful at getting underneath the skin of teammates. (Just ask Micah Hyde.)He runs for miles… upon miles… upon miles every practice. (And sure wouldn’t mind a scout team “bonus” in his next deal.)These are just a handful of the many truths we learn on Episode 3 of the Isaiah McKenzie Show. Again, we record live from Mister’s Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y., and it’s a rollicking affair. We start off by reliving the Bills’ 34-31 loss in Nashville, where McKenzie was nearly the hero. His touchdown with three minutes to go was called back on a hold. From there, we look back at the moments that made McKenzie growing up. The questions from folks in the audience were fantastic, too.You’ll get the inside story on Dawson Knox’s two-point throw with a broken hand.With Halloween around the corner, McKenzie power ranks his top 5 candies.And I think you’ll enjoy McKenzie’s take on “taunting” in the NFL.A huge thanks to everyone who came on out to pack Mister’s. Remember, we’ll be there on site for three more episodes at the dates below. Make your reservation today. Subscribers to Go Long get first dibs at a table. Just note your email address in the comments section on Open Table or let them know on the phone.Monday, Nov. 1 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 22 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Jan. 3 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)You can catch all 10 episodes of the Isaiah McKenzie Show, throughout the season, right here at GoLongTD.com, over on the flagship Go Long Podcast, on its own Apple and Spotify feeds and, of course, YouTube.Have a question for McKenzie? Email us at golongtd@gmail.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

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There will never be another defense quite like the “Blitzburgh” Steelers of the 1990s.They were mean. They were violent. They… probably could not exist in today’s NFL.We take a look back at the Steelers of old and the Steelers of today on this week’s edition of the Go Long Podcast. It’s an interesting time for a team quarterbacked by the 39-year-old Ben Roethlisberger. There’s some sound logic to this franchise’s desire to win now, but the future Hall-of-Famer has struggled.Kirkland is a master storyteller and doesn’t hold back on…His pal, Greg Lloyd, who once smashed his wrist and left permanent damage. Lloyd was one of a kind.His own game. At 280, Kirkland would still carry tight ends up the seam.The “Art of Defense,” and what exactly made that Steelers 3-4 defense so special.His memorable battles with fullbacks Sam Gash and Howard Griffith. (Kirkland rights the history, too.)Why he believes Kordell Stewart was held back at QB — Kirkland says he was made for today’s NFL, too.What’s up with the Steelers of today? Kirkland has some thoughts. He believes the quarterback is holding the team back.ICYMI, here’s our feature at Go Long last season on the history of the Steelers’ linebacker, too, through the eyes of Kirkland, Joey Porter, Chad Brown and Vince Williams. It’s a tradition unlike any other in the NFL. And Kirkland helps bring it all to life here on the pod for those in need of a little 90s nostalgia.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com today for full access to future hangouts with current and former players.On this Go Long Happy Hour, subscribers hang out with former Bills quarterback Rob Johnson.Ahead of the Bills' win over the Chiefs, Johnson shared some old Flutiemania stories, the fight at halftime of the Music City Miracle, discussed his turbulent career and a lot more. For a full Q&A with Johnson, here's what we had at Go Long over the offseason.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We'll include the 10-episode Isaiah McKenzie Show right here in the main Go Long Podcast feed. The Buffalo Bills wide receiver/returner is hanging out with Go Long all season long to take listeners beyond the press conference. He's authentic. He's real. He'll peel the curtain back on this game because that's what NFL fans deserve. You can also watch Episode 2 the Isaiah McKenzie Show right here at Go Long.Do you live in or around Western New York? Want to see a live show in-person and hang out with McKenzie? Five of the 10 episodes will be held at Mister's Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y. Here are all dates with a full description of the show. (Go Long subscribers get first dibs on a table reservation, so feel free to upgrade to a subscription at GoLongTD.com.)Thank you, everyone.Enjoy the show.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We'll include the 10-episode Isaiah McKenzie Show right here in the main Go Long Podcast feed. The Buffalo Bills wide receiver/returner is hanging out with Go Long all season long to take listeners beyond the press conference. He's authentic. He's real. He'll peel the curtain back on this game because that's what NFL fans deserve. You can also watch Episode 1 the Isaiah McKenzie Show right here at Go Long. Do you live in or around Western New York? Want to see a live show in-person and hang out with McKenzie? Five of the 10 episodes will be held at Mister's Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y. Here are all dates with a full description of the show. (Go Long subscribers get first dibs on a table reservation, so feel free to upgrade to a subscription at GoLongTD.com.)Thank you, everyone.Enjoy the show.(And Isaiah McKenzie explaining the real reason he didn't go to Notre Dame.)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're 8-3-1 the last two weeks against the spread. Free money this episode...Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The timing was right to check in with the man who knows Lamar Jackson best.Joshua Harris has been coaching the Ravens quarterback privately back to high school and still helps him week to week. He details the quarterback's rise -- and why he has always embraced a challenge. Also, Harris goes deep on why Jackson truly is "1 of 1" at the position, right down to how he reads NFL defenses in a different way.And football in South Florida? It's insanely competitive from Pop Warner on. (More than you might think.) Our interview with Harris starts at the 27:57 mark. Up to then, we discuss the Bills' demolition of KC, why Matthew Stafford isn't as good as you may think and, of course, Jon Gruden. The NFL probably isn't too worried about the bad headlines this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

To fans, the Buffalo Bills’ 38-20 domination of the Kansas City Chiefs felt like more than just another regular season win. This was the team that knocked the Bills off in the AFC title game, after all.To players, it sure felt special, too.On Episode 2 of the The Isaiah McKenzie, we relive the Buffalo win — from the weather delay to the budding Chiefs rivalry to Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes. McKenzie signed with the Bills in 2018, so he’s seen Allen’s maturation up close. What may surprise you is that he had no clue who Allen even was upon arriving in Western New York. The receiver explains just how much his quarterback has grown since that rookie year. And, big picture, Sunday night’s result is giving the 2021 Bills a ton of confidence.“We know — we know — that we have to beat them,” McKenzie said on this week’s episode, “to show not only just them, but the world, that we come to play this game to win this game to show you that we’re not just any Buffalo Bills team. We’re not just a Buffalo Bills team that’s around to make it to the AFC Championship Game or have potential to make the playoffs every year now. We’re trying to win something bigger than that. “The Chiefs, last year and the year before, were the standard. Patrick Mahomes. Tyreek Hill. Travis Kelce. I can go down the line. Tyrann Mathieu. They were the standard. Those guys had been winning. In order to beat them, you have to find winners that want to beat them. “We’re trying to win and we know we have to go through them.” There’s X ‘n O talk on how his jet sweep action helps fuel this offense as well as the roots of his fearlessness as a returner — McKenzie once suffered a concussion back in high school that knocked him out.We give McKenzie a chance to elaborate on his Notre Dame decomittment. Our clip from last week, nearing 200K views, seemed to trigger the Fighting Irish a bit. (Yes, McKenzie was told he couldn’t have, uh, sexual relations on campus.) With Georgia ranked No. 1 in the nation, we also look back to McKenzie’s college days, his relationship with Kirby Smart and how dangerous he was at wide receiver. Mel Kiper Jr. once compared his game to Antonio Brown. Finally, we received some fantastic questions from subscribers, including one on Sean McDermott. McKenzie takes it upon himself to loosen his head coach up around One Bills Drive. Thank you everyone for listening and watching this new show at Go Long and feel free to share episodes with a friend. All air right here at GoLongTD.com, as well as Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Live nearby? Hang out with us in real life. Five of these 10 episodes are held at Mister’s Bar and Lanes in East Aurora, N.Y., with the next show slated for Monday, Oct. 25, at 6 p.m. (EST). Go Long subscribers get first dibs on a table — and they go fast! — so be sure to reserve your table today and note in the Open Table comment section that you’re a paid subscriber with your email address to confirm.The remaining live show dates are below: Monday, Oct. 25 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 1 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 22 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Jan. 3 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Past episodes of The Isaiah McKenzie Show:Ep 1: From Miami Gardens to Orchard Park This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Anyone watching the Green Bay Packers’ 25-22 overtime win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday afternoon needed either two Advils or two IPAs immediately after.Depending on how you process such madness.What a bizarre finish. All that truly matters is that Mason Crosby drilled the 49-yarder to win it and the Packers are 4-1. But on this episode of the Ty & Bob Pod, we try to make sense of it all. Davante Adams continued his weekly annihilation of NFL secondaries, Randall Cobb made the play of the day and what about De’Vondre Campbell? The linebacker signed off the street continues to be the playmaker the Packers desperately need right in the middle of their defense.We dive into Campbell’s surreal background on this episode. (I actually got to know him well in Atlanta for this profile that ran at Bleacher Report.)Campbell did not merely slip through the cracks in the pros to wind up in Green Bay — that’s been the story of his life.* Nobody even wanted Campbell out of high school. He didn’t even get a questionnaire from a Division III school, let alone visit a powerhouse. His three coaches in high school never sent his tape out to colleges, so a 13-sack senior season went virtually unnoticed. His team stunk. He was a lost prospect in the state of Florida.* The only reason he got a shot at a JUCO in Kansas was his performance in a postseason all-star game. * His football career should’ve ended right there in Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College when Campbell suffered a severe — an extremely severe — concussion. A simple conversation with friends would trigger a ringing in his head and, five minutes later, Campbell would forget the conversation entirely.* Campbell missed the entire football season but stayed at Hutchinson because he knew moving back to Fort Myers could mean a life of selling drugs.* And that concussion proved to be a blessing in disguise, giving Campbell three years of eligibility once he got to the University of Minnesota. Of course, once he got to college, he could’ve lost his mother. She suffered a heart attack and needed to be rushed to the hospital. This, after surviving breast cancer earlier in life.All details are on the pod.As always, Bob provides his “Rating the Packers” series right here. Starting around the 17-minute mark, he begins by putting Adams’ unbelievable 2021 season in historical perspective and details how the team’s No. 1 receiver dominated a very good Bengals defense.Just how difficult was Cobb’s reception to set up Crosby’s game-winner? Bob doubts that some of the best receivers in team history would’ve even entered that part of the field. Dean Lowry and Kenny Clark were both excellent up front, again.What’s going on with the kicking operation? Bob breaks it all down to a science. The answer may surprise you. And we dive into our two-part series at Go Long on ex-Packers quarterback Don Majkowski. He’s paying for a lifetime of hits.Thank you, everyone, for making this podcast part of your life. We’d love it if you shared with a friend. Miss a previous episode of the podcast? They are all archived at GoLongTD.com right here.Bob McGinn’s Football Awards (maximum is 5, minimum is one-half)* RECEIVERS: 4 ½* OFFENSIVE LINE: 4* QUARTERBACKS: 4* RUNNING BACKS: 4 ½* DEFENSIVE LINE: 4* LINEBACKERS: 4* DEFENSIVE BACKS: 3* KICKERS: 1* SPECIAL TEAMS: 2* OVERALL: 4STARS OF THE WEEKOne. Davante Adams, WRTwo. Dean Lowry, DLThree. Randall Cobb, WR This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Take these predictions directly to the bank and do not look back.Our Week 5 Louie LOCKS are in.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The ascension of both of these teams began with our esteemed co-host Jim Monos and the Bills' decision to trade the No. 10 overall pick to the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2017 draft. Terry Pegula wanted Patrick Mahomes -- as we've covered here -- but those Bills, under Sean McDermott, weren't ready to play a rookie quarterback.Their consolation prize, Josh Allen, wasn't half-bad.Now, Mahomes and Allen rule the AFC. Is Allen ready to take down the 2019 Super Bowl winner? We dig into it all with Matt Miller of the TheDraftScout.com. He knows the Chiefs, and how they're run, as well as anyone.If you'd like, check out our whole newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com.Also, the Isaiah McKenzie Show is up and running! Listen/watch any time at Go Long or download wherever you get your podcasts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

And… we’re off.What a fun time at Mister’s Bar and Lanes in East Aurora, NY launching “The Isaiah McKenzie Show” this week. Thrilled to share the show with all of our readers and listeners at Go Long right here.We explained the premise last week, ICYMI. In a sport increasingly watered down by press conferences, the hope is for fans to really get to know one of its most dynamic personalities: Bills receiver/returner Isaiah McKenzie. These 10 episodes should show everyone a side of the game they haven’t seen before. McKenzie is one of a kind, so we’ll dive into it all: The Bills. The league. The world. His surreal background. You can get all episodes via video or audio — whichever you prefer — right here at GoLongTD.com. Both formats are embedded in this post above. Further, you’ll be able to locate the show on Apple, Spotify and our YouTube channel as the files matriculate to those channels. Longform storytelling is always the focus at Go Long and we’ll keep churning out the written word at our regular clip, but I’ve also had a lot of readers tell me they want to plug podcasts into their ears while they’re mowing the lawn, driving to work, changing diapers, etc. Hopefully The Isaiah McKenzie Show, Go Long Podcast and Ty & Bob Pod help accentuate our coverage here. (Note: Keep an eye out for our next big story dropping Friday AM.) Here’s what’s cookin’ on Episode 1 with McKenzie… * The Bills’ current obliteration of opponents. They’re outscoring teams 118-21 the last three weeks. What’s the mood internally with Sean McDermott and all of the players? More importantly, into this rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs, is this a Super Bowl-or-Bust type of season for the Bills?* McKenzie’s unique role in it all. How do you hijack a game when you’re getting the ball a handful of times on “minimum wage?”* His career started in Denver and, honestly, should’ve ended in Denver. A flurry of muffs threatened to ruin McKenzie mentally. He opens up on how he totally refocused when the Bills threw him a life raft in 2018 — with advice everyone can apply to their own lives. * Growing up in Miami Gardens. It was not easy — and we’ll dig into this more throughout the 10 episodes — but McKenzie was sure to have a little fun as a kid, too. Too much fun, actually. One prank pulled on his grandmother is an all-timer… and led to a whupping he’ll never forget.* Struggling in school. He was no fan of class, no. Yet when college football became a real possibility, McKenzie started to shape up.* The, uh, reason McKenzie decommitted from Notre Dame. Don’t miss this. You’ll learn something new about this school today. * His new dog, “Papi,” is in the house at Mister’s.* Your questions. The last 15 minutes of The Isaiah McKenzie Show will always be about you and anything on your mind. McKenzie is asked who his best friend on the team is, his pregame ritual, his role on offense, Cole Beasley and what it’s like returning a punt with a tackler right in his face. (We’ll be sure to pass the mic ‘round next time, too.)Thanks everyone. This will be a lot of fun.Want to see a show in person? Make your reservation via Open Table through the Mister’s website. If you’re a subscriber, you get first dibs, too. (Our other five episodes are via Zoom.)Monday, Oct. 25 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 1 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Nov. 22 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)Monday, Jan. 3 (6 p.m.-7 p.m.)If you can’t make a show in-person, be sure to drop any questions for McKenzie to me at golongtd@gmail.com. And we’d love it if you subscribed to Go Long, right here, to get everything we have to offer: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We open the pod by diving deep into Bob McGinn's two-part, 10,000-word epic on the Rise of Brett Favre at Go Long. Subscribers can get access to it all right here. There's been so much written and so much said about Favre, but as we touch upon, Bob found a way to dig up plenty of new material on the old gunslinger.... Favre didn't disappoint in their chat.Speaking of Favre, and his historic Green Bay exit, what a beautiful shot at revenge for Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. They're all saying the right things but you cannot hype this game up enough. While most expect Brady to run away with this, we're not ready to count out Belichick. And what is going on with these rookie quarterbacks? Jim Monos explained why they're all struggling in the Monos Report, and dives deeper into it all on the podcast.I hope you see everyone at the "Isaiah McKenzie Show" Monday night, too! We're launching Oct. 4 at Mister's Bar & Lanes in East Aurora, NY. Reserve your table today -- all details here.Thanks, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We supply three "Louie Locks" apiece. BOOK IT.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

I figured we'd cross-pollinate podcasts here in case anyone out there is interested in subscribing to Go Long at GoLongTD.com.Each week, longtime NFL writer Bob McGinn and myself break down the Green Bay Packers -- and whip around the NFL a bit. Bob has covered the team and the league for decades and offers a sharp on every single player who plays every single Sunday through his extensive film review.Here's a free episode for you to check out if you'd like. And when you subscribe to Go Long, you get access to them all.Thanks, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Welcome to a new weekly bonus episode on the Go Long Podcast -- predictions!We will both call each game against the spread and provide three "Louie Locks" a week because, of course, Hamburg Brewing Company's Louie IPA is the best IPA in the business.Enjoy!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

With Jim Monos watching every snap of every quarterback, we figured we'd talk... quarterbacks.Teddy Bridgewater is flying high... Can he sustain this pace?Josh Allen looks like the Allen of 2019... Can he get back to that 2020 version?Aaron Rodgers took a victory lap after beating the Lions... Is he back?And what in the hell are the Dolphins going to do with Tua Tagovailoa after another injury?We dig into it all on this episode from Hamburg Brewing Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a weird Week 1.We look back. We look forward. We try to put everything into context.Josh Allen's Bills and Aaron Rodgers' Packers did not look good. Is this cause for concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're taking a close look at Jerry's World over at Go Long. Subscribers can read the full three-part series at GoLongTD.com up to the Cowboys' season opener. It is even crazier than you can imagine.On the podcast, we break down whether or not all that talent in Dallas can overcome the sloppy ownership and questionable hire at head coach. There's no denying the talent.Also Antonio Gibson -- who we profiled here -- powers the resurgent Washington Football Team. This team is built right.And there is a ton of pressure on Daniel Jones in Year 3.Be sure to rate, review and share the podcast if you'd like. We're brought to you by Hamburg Brewing.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We have talked plenty of Aaron Rodgers and Bills and Patrick Mahomes on this podcast, but what are the other top storylines into this 2021 season?The Miami Dolphins awkward, odd handling of the quarterback position is right up there. So is the union between Lamar Jackson and Greg Roman in Baltimore. We also hit on the Buccaneers returning everyone, the Rams with Matthew Stafford, whether Urban Meyer will succeed in the NFL and all of that crazy pressure to win in Dallas.Enjoy the podcast? Feel free to give the Go Long newsletter a shot at GoLongTD.com.This podcast is brought to you by Hamburg Brewery in Western New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It's time for a new feature here on the pod.Let's mailbag it up.Have a question on anything at all in the league? Hit us on Twitter with your question and we'll get to it on the Mailbag. First up, a few questions on all things Packers and Bills. How does this whole Rodgers thing go during the season and will the Bills win the Super Bowl in the next three years? Subscribe to the Go Long Newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com. We'll have major announcements coming Sept. 1.And this podcast is always brought to you by our friends at Hamburg Brewery in WNY.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The season's closing in so we bring back recurring guest, Doug Whaley, to talk all things Bills and NFL. He and Jim Monos relive their 2017 draft in light of their replacements locking up Tre'Davious White, Dion Dawkins and Matt Milano long term and the conversation meanders all over the place from their split with Sean McDermott, to everyone getting canned at One Bills Drive, to why they actually understood it.Also, what's it like to cut a player? They had to do that plenty this time of year. And we also look ahead to that Bills/Steelers matchup in Week 1. This podcast is brought to you by Hamburg Brewery. Thanks for listening and be sure to rate, review and share!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Go Long continues it's division-by-division preview with a look at the NFC South. Nick Underhill, the founder of New Orleans.Football joins the guys to break down everything at quarterback, the latest with Michael Thomas and what Sean Payton's possibly thinking into this 2021 season. He's seen Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill every day and has some thoughts. Crazy as it sounds, yes, there's a chance the Saints can actually upgrade at the most important position in sports post-Brees.Just how important is Thomas to this team, too? Thank you for listening. Be sure to rate and review our podcast if you haven't already and be sure to share with a friend!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Everyone's chasing Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills in the AFC East. It's been a long, long time since the standard in this division was Buffalo but that's clearly the case now.What's next for Allen after signing his historic contract? Can the Bills get over that KC hump? Did Bill Belichick do enough to challenge the Bills in 2021?We chat with The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn... and former Bills exec Jim Monos has plenty to say, too.Feel free to rate and review our podcast any time and/or subscribe to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Last week, the former Packers safety hung out with Go Long subscribers. Butler connects Packers past with Packers future, relives his traumatic childhood, traumatic matchups vs. Randy Moss and offers his thoughts on Aaron Rodgers and the NFL today. To join our community -- and future Happy Hour hangouts! -- subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We continue our whip around the league with the NFC West. Former NFL scout John Middlekauff, the host of the 3&Out Podcast who covers the 49ers daily, joins us.Is it Trey Lance Time in San Francisco? Middlekauff breaks down what he's seen in camp. He also talks Kyle Shanahan and the state of a team balancing Super Bowl hopes with a rookie QB.This may be the best division in football. You can absolutely count on the 49ers, Rams and Seahawks all doing everything in their power to physically punish the opposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Well, that was fun.After an unprecedented offseason of passive-aggressive shot from afar and making it clear that he didn't want to be a Packer... Aaron Rodgers is a Packer? Yes. For 2021, anyways. On this episode, we debate and discuss how the Packers did everything they could to convince Rodgers to play for one more season. Rather than accept their bounty of picks and players, they'll give this a Last Dance-like shot for one more season. Chances are, bad blood will linger, though. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Most all know Chris Simms today as the sharp, opinionated analyst for NBC Sports. He certainly does not succumb to groupthink when it comes to breaking the game down today. On this episode, he certainly digs into his QB Rankings and why he loves Josh Allen. He also may disagree with us a bit when it comes to the Packers/Rodgers standoff and Simms isn't shy critiquing the QB one of his best friends, Kyle Shanahan, drafted No. 3 overall. But what most people may not know? Simms suffered a life-threatening injury as a player. With the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he took a hit that could've ended his life. Simms relives the scary ordeal, start to finish, and also remembers Vince Wilfork drilling him below the belt the year prior.Hope all enjoy and be sure to rate and review our podcast. You can also subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Not too long ago, Quincy Avery was living out of his car and sending Facebook messages to any quarterbacks that'd listen.Now, he's coaching more pros than anybody else in his profession. What a fascinating chat this was with the man who has helped mold Deshaun Watson into one of the best QBs today, in addition to grooming Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Jalen Hurts. Also, Avery is fresh off of working out Packers QB Jordan Love so you know we had to get his perspective on Green Bay's quarterback situation. (His prediction may surprise you, too.)Also, is Watson going to play this season. He has a prediction here as well.Would you like to throw a beer or two back with someone around the NFL on the Go Long Zoom Happy Hour? Become a full subscriber to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com for access... and let us know who you want to hang out with.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Kirk Cousins is who we thought he was... or is he? The Vikings still believe. And Mike Zimmer is still the head coach. Everything in Chicago could've been fired. But now there's hope with Justin Fields? Both the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears are wildly fascinating teams so -- to kick off our look at each division up to training camp -- we check in with Purple Insider's Matthew Coller and the Chicago Tribune's Dan Wiederer. Both provide incredible insight on all burning questions surrounding both teams at a crossroad. Please be sure to rate 'n review our podcast here if you enjoy. Thanks, everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The price is going up, up, up. There's a good chance the three top quarterbacks from the 2018 draft are seeking up to $45 million per year.What should Buffalo, Baltimore and Cleveland do?We break down all things Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Baker Mayfield and try to figure out what makes all three special and where their careers will go from here.Also, what's new with Aaron Rodgers? The clock is ticking in Green Bay with training camp closing in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Hopefully, you've had a chance to check out the three-part series at Go Long on Erik Kramer's surreal decade. It is now unlocked for all to read.And since this is such an important topic, we figured we'd open up his Happy Hour visit with subscribers for all here on the podcast as well.Kramer shares more detail on his severe depression, suicide attempt and all the craziness that followed. Also, what comes next legally? He didn't hold back.Please feel free to rate and review our podcast and, if you'd like, subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com for more exclusive longform stories around pro football.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

It can be difficult to find a former player who keeps it real, someone who is completely devoid of BS and cliches but former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz is exactly that. We bring Schwartz on this week's episode to break down Josh Allen's game, where Patrick Mahomes can still improve and... what happens with Aaron Rodgers? Geoff also shares stories from his playing days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Considering a subscription to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com? Here's a preview of what you'll get access to when you subscribe. Each Friday night, we welcome on somebody from around the league to hang out on Zoom with subscribers. Two weeks ago, Bears great Olin Kreutz hung out to talk about life in the trenches from battling Pat Williams to Ted Washington's unheralded greatness to... Jay Cutler. What kind of leader was he exactly? For just $7/month or $70/year, join the community today and ask players anything you want. (Podcast listeners also get a Go Long gear if you subscribe this week.)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Jim loves the Browns and 49ers this 2021 season.Tyler's into the Chargers and the Giants as playoff darkhorses.Let's debate.This episode of the Go Long Podcast, the guys break down exactly why we should be talking about these four teams a hell of a lot more.Also, we discuss the three-part series on Erik Kramer at Go Long in detail. What the former Bears quarterback has been through will blow your mind.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Looking back, it's crazy that D.J. Reed slipped through the cracks. He helped turn the Seahawks defense around last season and, at 5 foot 9, is changing everything we thought we knew about boundary cornerbacks. We wrote about Reed becoming the most "dangerous" corner in football at the Go Long newsletter right here, in case you missed it. For those who might've missed our Friday Feature, we figured we'd share the conversation right here in the podcast format as well. Subscribe to Go Long any time at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We get into just about everything on this episode of the Go Long Podcast with recurring guest, former Buffalo Bills GM Doug Whaley. While Karlos Williams didn't join the show as anticipated, we still plan on bringing everyone together to sing a little kumbaya. Whaley breaks down the Steelers' confusing direction on offense --- will it be Ben's show? Run-first? Of course, we have to talk some Aaron Rodgers. Whaley is beyond impressed with how the QB has masterfully manipulated the messaging all offseason. Could NFL teams, as we wrote at GoLongTD.com, look to build teams differently after this chaotic offseason? Whaley and Monos, who lived in quarterback "purgatory" themselves, have some thoughts.And we dive deep into gambling. Former commish Paul Tagliabue sees potential problems. Our resident gambling experts break down whether or not they see point-shaving as a future issue. As always, feel free to subscribe to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com any time and rate/review this podcast wherever you listen.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The great Peter King of NBC Sports spent 75 minutes with Go Long subscribers on the most recent Happy Hour. Here's the replay for a sneak peak. Subscribe today for just $7/month or $70/year to hang out with people from around the league each week at GoLongTD.com.King takes questions from subscribers on the Rodgers/Packers stalemate, the vaccine, his thoughts on who should be in the Hall of Fame, old NFC East memories, the Buffalo Bills' direction and Toradol.Enjoy!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This week, we spend time with Tennessee Titans wide receiver Mason Kinsey, a former Division III star trying to shatter the odds and make it in the pros.Kinsey breaks down how he climbed to the pros, from Berry College, and what it'll take to earn a spot on this Super Bowl contender. Along the one, one college professor even told him he's nuts.We also talk plenty about the greatest city on earth: Nashville.If you enjoy, please feel free to rate, review and share. Thanks, everyone.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Russell Wilson. Aaron Rodgers. Justin Fields. Tim Tebow. Oh my!What an insane offseason it's been at the quarterback position. It's only right to dedicate a full episode to what it's been like for Chicago, Green Bay, every team living through drama at the most important position in sports. Jim Monos has lived these QB decisions himself in NFL front offices and weighs in on Sean McDermott wanting to stick with Tyrod Taylor in Year 1 back in '17. We dissect the Bears pursuit of a franchise quarterback, after this takeout story up at GoLongTD.com. Of course, we have to get into all things Rodgers/Packers again. His passive-aggressiveness ramped up a notch on Kenny Maybe's final ESPN appearance. Also... TEBOW. Irate over the Jaguars giving him a chance at tight end? Please use that energy toward something more productive.Thanks for listening, everyone. Be sure to rate and review the podcast if you enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The New Orleans Saints' offense has been a well-oiled machine for a good 15 years and a major reason why is this guard up front: Jahri Evans. Count on seeing this four-time All Pro inducted into Canton one day.He joins the show to get into everything...His wild rise to the NFL. (Monos' Dad coached him in college)Life in the trenches -- the toughest D-linemen he faced.Playing with Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay (2017), and his prediction for what's coming next. He knows how the QB is wired.How Sean Payton prepared his team for that onside kick in the Saints' Super Bowl win. Why he believes in Jameis Winston in post-Brees New Orleans.Thanks for listening, everyone. Be sure to rate and review our podcast if you enjoy!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What is Jordan Love possibly thinking right now?Who is Jordan Love as a quarterback?On the Go Long Zoom Happy Hour, we got those answers from the man who knows the Green Bay Packers quarterback best: His private QB coach, Steve Calhoun, who's been in Love's life back to ninth grade. When you subscribe to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com, you get full access to these weekly hangouts with people from around the league. Here's another sneak peek. Subscribe any time at $7 per month or $70 per year and let us know who you want to hang out with. We'll make it happen.Here is Calhoun on a quarterback he calls "a quiet assassin." Hopefully you'll learn more about the real beautiful mystery in Green Bay right here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Three years ago, Doug Whaley interviewed for the Green Bay Packers general manager job. The team ended up hiring Brian Gutekunst instead and what a time it is in Green Bay right now.This episode, Whaley joins the guys to offer a GM's perspective on the No. 1 storyline in sports.Everyone agrees: Rodgers is acting overly sensitive and, frankly, afraid of the 22-year-old Jordan Love. What is the league MVP scared of in Green Bay? What could possibly be motivating him right now. And if you're Green Bay... what's the solution? We try to make sense of it all.Also, Whaley relives the time the Bills released fan favorite Fred Jackson. It wasn't easy but, as he explains, it had to be done. Feel to rate and review this podcast if you enjoy. You can also subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com to get every story delivered right to your email inbox.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The NFL Draft was hijacked last week by Aaron Rodgers who, clearly, wants the hell out of Green Bay. Leak to leak to leak, it's obvious the quarterback is done with Green Bay.What now? Will he get his wish?We cover all angles of the standoff and try to figure out what's next for both parties involved. Also, Jim Monos analyzes the precision of GM fist bumps on draft day and both take a close look at the Buffalo Bills' 2021 draft class. Did the Bills close the gap on Kansas City? They sure hope so.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com  to keep up to date on all things Packers and Rodgers.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He's met with the Bills virtually twice and thinks Buffalo, NY could be his next home.He's also one of the best playmaking cornerbacks available in this year's draft.This episode, we chat with San Diego State's Darren Hall, who dishes on those Bills chats, why faith is so important to him, the in's and out's of his game, the silly season that is the predraft process and so much more. He has no fear as a tackler, too. Jim breaks down Hall's game with Hall himself.Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com today to hang out with prospects through the draft. Our 25% off deal runs through the end of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Doug Whaley experienced just about everything in Buffalo and got into just about everything on our weekly Go Long Zoom Happy Hour with subscribers.I figured I'd share another sneak peek here for anyone out there thinking about becoming a subscriber to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com. Each week, we have someone in the NFL on to chat with members and answer anything on your mind. The goal, always, is to tear down that wall between the league and fans as much as possible.Whaley got into it all with members last Friday...What it was like working with Russ BrandonThe 2014 draft and trading up for Sammy WatkinsThe time he locked up with cramps in the draft war roomWhy synergy between the front office and the coaches is so importantHow tough it is to find a quarterback and what he's up to todayThis week only you can subscribe to Go Long at 25 percent off with this coupon right here. When you choose the annual rate, you'll get a Go Long hoodie or crew on the house, too.Thanks everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What goes down behind the scenes these final days before an NFL Draft? Jim shares stories from his days with the Eagles, Saints 'n Bills. Plus, what is San Francisco going to do at No. 3?And just how intrusive are owners this time of year?Enjoy, and be sure to subscribe to GoLongTD.com to join next week's Draft Extravaganza! All details online. You can subscribe to the newsletter today at 25% off -- get a hoodie, hang out with Doug Whaley on the Zoom Friday and have a beer on Go Long at Wednesday's hangout at Hamburg Brewing. We'll also be Zoomin' every night of the draft.Thanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

College football is a monopoly... but that doesn't mean there isn't a path to success. Down in Myrtle Beach, S.C., Jamey Chadwell found a recipe in turning the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers into a budding powerhouse. Be sure to read our full story at GoLongTD.com right here, but we figured we'd also share part of that conversation with Chadwell here in the podcast. It's remarkable how far the program has come in such a short amount of time. Chadwell provides a rare peak behind the curtain on how they've pulled it off. Also, for our Buffalo listeners, the Chants will be playing at UB in the fall. Should be a humdinger. Subscribe to Go Long today to get access to our Zoom Happy Hour this Friday. Former Bills GM Doug Whaley will be sharing many a draft story. Thank you!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Looking for the sleeper of the 2021 NFL draft? It's right here: Iowa State running back Kene Nwangwu.He tore his Achilles. He never was a featured back in college. But Nwangwu is faster than any other back in this draft after that 4.28 at his pro day. In addition to our story posted at Go Long, I figured I'd share the conversation we had here in the podcast to give you a sense of what's happening over at GoLongTD.com. He's a smart guy, too, as the Big 12 Scholar Athlete of the Year. If you subscribe, thank you. And if not, you can give us a shot any time on the free email list or as a subscriber.Thanks, all.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

All he's done is prove people wrong his entire life. And even after dominating college football at UB - leading the nation in yards per game last season - Jaret Patterson sure isn't being hyped to a Najee Harris- or Travis Etienne-level. In this conversation with Go Long, he explains why he absolutely is every bit as good.Patterson also gets into idolizing Barry Sanders, how everything clicked at UB and why being 5-foot-6 has its advantages.Subscribe to Go Long today for more draft profiles and features. An annual subscription still gets you a hoodie or crew, too.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

There are so many talking heads this time of year but few know what they're really talking about. We spend an hour-plus for this ep talking with someone who is in the know.NFL Network's Marc Ross spent time in the front offices of Philly, Buffalo and the New York Giants and shares many, many stories from behind the scenes:What was it like in the Eagles draft room up to the Eagles choosing Donovan McNabb over Ricky Williams?Did Ralph Wilson really demand the Bills draft a certain running back? (Yes. Yikes.)The role he played in benching Eli Manning and how it led to several firings. The one player you should absolutely believe in this 2021 draft. What made Kyle Williams special. Thank you all for listening. Feel free to rate and review and give the Go Long newsletter a shot any time at GoLongTD.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Every Friday night, subscribers to the Go Long newsletter at GoLongTD.com get access to our Zoom Happy Hours with players around the NFL.Some of our previous guests include Allen Robinson, Vince Williams, Andy Janovich, Ryan Leaf, Steve Tasker, Joshua Harris (the personal QB coach to Lamar Jackson) and D'Wayne Eskridge. To give you a sense for what's included in a full Go Long subscription, here is last week's Happy Hour with Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie.McKenzie gets into it all: His best prank of all-time, his candy power rankings, his desire to get the ball more in Buffalo and what Sean McDermott is really like as a head coach. I hope you enjoy and consider joining our community today. We have an awesome lineup of guests planned for the rest of the offseason. The No. 1 goal here at Go Long is to humanize this game and bring you all as close to the players as humanly possible.Thanks, everyone.(Also: An annual subscription at $70 will still get you a hoodie or crew sweatshirt on the house!)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The NFL quarterback picture is clearing up. With two massive trades, several teams now have charted their path at the position. The stakes could not be higher.So what do we make out of Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Mac Jones? What are their strengths and weaknesses?We get into it all with Jim Monos who has been watching all of the above a ton this last month. You'll appreciate his fresh perspective.Thanks for listening everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

He's ripped, he jumped higher than any prospect before, he can take over on the field, too. Josh Imatorbhebhe just may be the next DK Metcalf. Hopefully you're able to check out our draft stories over at GoLongTD.com. Subscribe today to get 'em all right in your email inbox. To give you loyal podcast listeners a feel for what's going down in the newsletter, I figured I'd share portions of our conversations with some players around the league. Imatorbhebhe details when he realized he had an animalistic "twitch" within, how he lost it at USC, how he got it back and why he may be a better pro than college player.When you subscribe to an annual membership today, you also get a Go Long hoodie or crew.Thanks for listening and reading, all.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You just don't hear stories like this one. Chris Manhertz played Division I basketball at Canisius in Buffalo, NY but never a lick of football until connecting with our own, Jim Monos. One workout in Williamsville, NY led to a opportunity with the Bills and the rest is history. From New Orleans to Carolina to, now, the Jacksonville Jaguars, Manhertz has stayed in the NFL for nearly a decade... despite never playing one down before the pros.How? He chats with the guys about it all. Manhertz found a way to survive in a league that chews up and spits out players all the time.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter any time at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

How does anyone know who will draft who? Better yet, how does anyone know who projects as a real NFL talent?In Part 1 of this week's podcast, we have a little fun. Jim Monos, a NFL lifer himself, is blown away at what pre-draft hype has become nationwide. We explore the hits, the misses, the seven-round mocks and how in the hell you make sense of anything right now. We also preview our conversation with former Canisius basketball player-turned-NFL tight end, Chris Manhertz.Subscribe to the Go Long newsletter today at GoLongTD.com.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Whew.Get all that?What a wild, wild week of free agency in the NFL. The Buffalo Bills seem to have accomplished exactly what they wanted to do, in finding a new backup quarterback and keeping talent in-house. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders and Chicago Bears remain franchises wandering in no man's land. Jim Monos relives his favorite and not-so-favorite free agency memories, including a play-by-play account of the day the Bills traded for LeSean McCoy on the owner's yacht. Which big-money signings do we like? Which signings will send teams into purgatory? We try to make sense of it all.As a reminder, when you subscribe to an annual membership at GoLongTD.com, you'll get a free hoodie or crew sweatshirt on the house. Join the community today!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

OK, so the Bills missed on Patrick Mahomes. Maybe you heard about it. But, hey, that 2017 draft wasn't all that bad.Tre'Davious White, Dion Dawkins and, now, Matt Milano are all locked in for the long term. So for this week's episode, former Bills director of personnel Jim Monos takes listeners through each selection with some stories you certainly haven't heard before. For starters, yes, Zay Jones could've been the team's first-round pick instead of White.Locking up their own core players is obviously a smart business move for the Bills, a team that was one game away from the Super Bowl. But what must they do next to catch Kansas City? We examine it all and, also, look at the NFL as a whole into free agency.Stick around for our rants on the worst type of people in the world, too.Thanks, everyone, and be sure to keep on drinking that Hamburg Brewery beer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Nobody cares about 40s and the bench press. No, we miss the Combine for other reasons. The NFL World descends upon Indianapolis every year and everything truly goes down at the bars and restaurants. So, with no Combine this year, we have stories to share - from one coach trashing his own players after a playoff loss to control a narrative to Jon Gruden hanging out at Hooters to trades that go one way or another. We also take a close look at all of the quarterback movement about to go down in the NFL. Few folks know Andy Reid preferred, one, Cade McNown over Donovan McNabb once upon a time. That story, and more, from Hamburg Brewery in Western New York.Subscribe to Go Long at GoLongTD.com today!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Over at GoLongTD.com, we took a close look at mental health in the NFL. Be sure to head on over and subscribe if you'd like. I figured we'd share our chat with Ryan Leaf right here on the podcast as well. It was an emotional one. Leaf sharply criticizes the NFL in the wake of Vincent Jackson's death, shares his own experiences and explains how he is trying to help retirees today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Somehow, Eric Wood was able to keep a smile on his face through all of the losses and all of the turmoil his decade as the Buffalo Bills' starting center. How? He explains. And Wood does not disappoint with many, many tales from the locker room and the field fans have not heard before. You'll laugh and, probably, you'll cry a little as well. Buffalo wasn't just close to drafting Patrick Mahomes, no. As Wood reveals, they were damn close to drafting Russell Wilson. Some in the building actually were certain that Wilson would be the QB. But Wood's toughness and perseverance, in many ways, embodies the city itself. Today, he has crossed over to the dark side of media. Nothing's off limits in this week's episode. Please enjoy and be sure to rate and review.Thanks for listening, all!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We knew this was going to be a wild NFL offseason. It has not disappointed already.Carson Wentz gets his wish in heading to Indianapolis where the fit is absolutely perfect. Jim explains why he loved Wentz so much coming out of college (and wanted to make a run at him running the Bills), and believes the Colts can now win with him at QB.Deshaun Watson is smack dab in the middle of an absolute dumpster fire in Houston. Will he escape? (We think the Texans will come 'round.)And Allen Robinson told ALL to Go Long, in print, explaining how things went south in Chicago. We dissect that conversation and why and how the Bears botched this relationship so, so badly. Thank you for listening everyone. Please feel free to rate and review!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

This episode, the guys are joined by Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic for a deep, deep dive into all things Buffalo Bills. What a season it was for the AFC East champs... but now some difficult decisions loom. What exactly do the Bills need to do to become Super Bowl champs? This very well could be the most important offseason in franchise history, from navigating Josh Allen's contract extension, to finding a pass rusher who scares coordinators to, who knows, maybe hearing from Stefon Diggs or Cole Beasley on a new deal. It was a fascinating conversation. Plus, we debate who's more important: Sean McDermott or Brian Daboll?At the top of the pod, we do our best to remember the incomparable Terez Paylor as well.  We could all live a little bit more like Terez.Thank you to our partners Hamburg Brewery. Check out their new beer, Hoptimonium, this Friday. It's incredible.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

So, did anyone see that coming? What an obliteration. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are Super Bowl champions after a 31-9 dismantlement of the Kansas City Chiefs. The Dunne & Monos Podcast gets into it all... How did Tampa Bay physically punish KC start to finish? This game was so, so good for the sport's soul. And, for whatever reason, Andy Reid never really adjusted.Tom Brady did more Tom Brady things. He changed the culture in Tampa in more ways than one. Nobody's on his level historically.Also, what a poor performance for Jim Nantz and Tony Romo, from corny jokes to barely even touching on what should've been a much, much big story for all networks up to this game: Britt Reid.Remember to subscribe, rate and review. Thanks, all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

You've heard all about how the Buffalo Bills missed on Patrick Mahomes on this podcast. But how did the Chiefs know he'd be special? We check in with the reporter who knows that team better than any other: Yahoo Sports' Terez Paylor. He shares a fascinating perspective on that 2017 draft with a close look at the inner-workings of that Chiefs' front office that included John Dorsey, Brett Veach and Chris Ballard. The Chiefs had conviction on Mahomes, took action and now they're in the Super Bowl. Again.Also, we rank the best quarterbacks ever. Always a hearty debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What's up, everyone? Expect plenty of Go Long podcasts this Super Bowl Week.First up, is an incredibly insightful conversation with Buccaneers.com's Carmen Vitali who joins us for the full hour. As Vitali explains, Tampa Bay sees a clear path to the upset, too. Between a ferocious pass rush, old-school corners and, well, quarterback Tom Brady, the Bucs are heading into Super Bowl LV confident as hell. This episode hits on all things Bucs, from how they try to slow down the surreal Patrick Mahomes to Carlton Davis' second crack at Tyreek Hill to the great Devin White to all of the assistant coaches on staff ready to make the jump (Monos interviewed one himself before). Also, what is Sean McVay thinking with that trade? We dissect, debate.Thanks, all. Feel free to rate and review any time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The great Donte Whitner joins the fellas to break down the AFC and NFC Championship games as only he can. Whitner, a two-time Pro Bowler, is one of the sharpest analysts going today and does not pull any punches on what he's seen in these NFL Playoffs. He also shares some legendary untold stories from his playing days, from Buffalo to his ruthless 49ers' defense (one that eliminated Jim's Saints in 2011) to  playing for Jim Harbaugh to playing with, gulp, Johnny Manziel. You won't want to miss this one.Thank you all for rating and reviewing here!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

All season long, the Bills played fearless. With the season on the line, in Kansas City, Sean McDermott certainly did not coach that way. Doug Whaley joins Dunne & Monos to break down what in the hell happened at Arrowhead. There's quite a gap, still, between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. And McDermott's decision to kick three field goals on fourth and shorts proved to be a losing mentality vs. his mentor Andy Reid. What's next for Buffalo? Finding a way to get past KC. The guys break down the present and the future in Buffalo.Plus, Aaron Rodgers, who's always uber-calculated with his words, dropped quite a bombshell out of another NFC title game defeat. What does it mean? We discuss.And, of course, there's plenty of Mahomes and Brady and Super Bowl talk. (With a dash of Gisele.)Enjoy.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

And then there were four.The guys break down how Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen got to this point in the AFC. Both found a way to improve their games drastically at specific turning points. Now, they're the future of the league itself. Dan Campbell's press conference was a kneecap-gnawing hoot. The guys talk Ted Thompson's legacy, Packers/Bucs and more before bringing on former Bills wideout Lee Evans who shares stories from his playing days. He is quite excited about these current Bills, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

What a weekend of football. The Buffalo Bills are, officially, one win away from the Super Bowl. So, former Bills GM Doug Whaley joins the guys for the whole show to break down how they completely shut down Lamar Jackson and what this means for the city of Buffalo. Also, what happened to Jackson before his concussion? Whaley's skeptical he'll ever turn the corner. Plus, we look back at the trades that brought Jerry Hughes and LeSean McCoy to Buffalo, discuss all of the weapons in Green Bay, break down Andy Reid's bold decision to throw to win in Kansas City (every coach should attack games this way), the Buccaneers' nasty defense (and why Devin White is a "junkyard dog") and put a number to the Bills' Super Bowl chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

We're down to eight teams in the NFL Playoffs. At Hamburg Brewery, Tyler Dunne and Jim Monos break down the NFL Playoffs, specifically Bills/Ravens with former Buffalo wideout Eric Moulds. Josh Allen has been outstanding. Lamar Jackson is hot. It'll be must-see TV Saturday night and Moulds, of course, has high praise for his former team. Also, Moulds relives the wild Doug Flutie/Rob Johnson drama of 1999 and shares his own Gregg Williams stories.  And can Jared Goff pull off the upset at Lambeau? Will the Saints' heart outlast Tampa Bay's talent? Submit your Blue Wire Hustle application here: http://bwhustle.com/joinLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Dunne and Monos are joined by Doug Whaley to talk all things playoffs, from the rich tradition of the Steelers Linebacker to Whaley thinking these Indianapolis Colts just might pull the upset in Buffalo. He explains why.Also, what happens on the Cowboys bus at the NFL Combine stays on the bus. Combine stories are shared.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The playoffs are here. In Part I of this week's Go Long Podcast, Dunne and Monos break down the games, and then welcome on the first guest of the podcast: former NFL safety Roman Harper. He played for Sean McDermott in Carolina, Gregg Williams in New Orleans and has stories for days on both. You may be surprised by those Williams stories, too. Also, Harper breaks down the upcoming college football title game between 'Bama and Ohio State, the physicality of football today, the day the Saints drafted him and so much more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

The Go Long Podcast with Dunne and Monos is back with more beers and more stories from Hamburg Brewery. The MVP race is discussed at length. Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers or Josh Allen - who ya got? Fans will finally get to see the Bills live in action which should be raucous environment - can anyone really stop tailgating in Orchard Park, NY? And which teams have a realistic shot at dethroning the defending champs? No doubt, the Baltimore Ravens are a scary team right now. As always, many stories are shared from the Bills' pursuit of La'el Collins to Aaron Hernandez and Corey McIntyre to the magic that is Tim Tebow to... the crew's greatest tailgate memories.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Just like that, there are two weeks left in the regular season. In this week's Go Long Podcast, Tyler Dunne and Jim Monos break down how incredible Brian Daboll has been as the Bills' OC and how tough it'd be to replace him, compare Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen and dissect the value of a punishing rushing attack this time of year for all prolific offenses. Also, did you know Bruce Allen told the Bills that Sean McVay wasn't quite ready to be a head coach? Both Monos and Doug Whaley share their memories from multiple head-coaching searches. (Frank Reich's interview was emotional.) And January football includes this massive question, too: Should the Jaguars' owner step in to make sure his team tanks to secure Trevor Lawrence with the No. 1 pick? Whaley breaks down exactly how he'd handle that delicate situation... and what may be going through Doug Marrone's head right now. Stick around for some beer talk at the end with Hamburg Brewery's John Russo Jr., too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

When do you know you have your franchise quarterback? Fans in Buffalo, Cleveland and Baltimore sure aren't questioning their QBs after last weekend. In this episode, the Go Long Podcast goes deep on Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson. Both Monos and Whaley scouted those three as underclassmen and detail their own experiences around franchise QBs. Monos relives what it's like to sit in the film room with Drew Brees and Whaley replays a wild 2004 draft when his Steelers never expected Ben Roethlisberger to fall. Plus, Dunne and Monos share wild Gregg Williams stories, Packers stories, discuss why it's important to have a badass (like Johnathan Abram) on your team and... how do you say "goodbye" to a legend quarterback? More stories you won't hear anywhere else in this week's episode of Go Long with Dunne & Monos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

In the debut episode of the Go Long Podcast with Tyler Dunne & Jim Monos, the hosts relive the 2017 NFL Draft in great detail. Joined later by ex-Bills GM Doug Whaley, who will be a regular guest, all three crack open a few beers and meticulously break down just how close the Bills were to drafting Mahomes and changing the NFL forever. Yes, owner Terry Pegula fell in love with Patrick Mahomes. Yes, the Bills made out pretty damn well with Josh Allen, who had his best game of the season against the 49ers. They dig deep into it all with stories from the scouting trail (Mahomes' workout was insane), the draft war room (it was intense) and even the morning both ex-Bills execs were fired (it was raining). And looking back, both Monos and Whaley recall the former college football champion they coveted as head coach, too. Expect behind-the-scenes stories you've never heard before every week right here.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.golongtd.com/subscribe