AP Pro Football Podcast
Senior AP Pro Football Writer and sports radio personality Rob Maaddi tackles all the important news on and off the field in the National Football League, providing insider exclusives and in-depth analysis along with insightful interviews with Hall of Famers, current players, coaches and executives. Also, expect to hear from celebrities across the entertainment industry. Rob and AP beat writers will take you around the league, break down the biggest games and keep you in the know like only the AP can.
Episodes
152 episodes
Opportunity Knocks
Eleven-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Will Levis join host Rob Maaddi. Fitzgerald discusses his induction to Pitt's Hall of Fame, his career with Arizona Cardinals, his work with Infinite At...
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35:13
Zach Attacked
New York Jets Hall of Fame defensive lineman Joe Klecko and ESPN TV/radio host Mike Greenberg join host Rob Maaddi. Klecko discusses the Jets' struggles, his journey from sixth-round pick to the Hall of Fame and the NFL's tackle obesity campaig...
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44:57
Every 40 Seconds
Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard and two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Jeff Hostetler join host Rob Maaddi. Pollard talks about the team's 2-0 start, his starting role and replacing Ezekiel Elliott. Hostetler discusses his career...
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38:05
Right Choices
Hall of Fame linebacker DeMarcus Ware joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss Aaron Rodgers' injury, Week 1 for his former teams, the Cowboys and Broncos, and DirecTV for Business' NFL Sunday Ticket.
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24:15
Wait Is Over
Philadelphia Eagles Pro Bowl edge rusher Haason Reddick joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss his goals, the team's chances of returning to the Super Bowl, playing for his hometown team and his work with the Chunky Sacks Hunger platform. Also, Rob g...
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28:27
New York, New York
Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning and All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner join host Rob Maaddi. Manning talks about rookie quarterbacks starting Week 1, Daniel Jones, Giants-Eagles and more. Gardner discusses Aaron Rodgers' impact on the Jets, h...
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22:15
Hear the Roar
Detroit Lions Pro Bowl wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss the team's high expectations, his breakout 2022 season, his work ethic and how he protects his ankles from injuries.
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11:16
Coming Home
New Philadelphia Eagles running back D'Andre Swift joins host Rob Maaddi to talk about coming home to play for his hometown team, his role in the offense, his thoughts on contract negotiations for players at his position and his partnership wit...
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12:04
Bell Cow
Two-time All-Pro running back Le'Veon Bell joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss the value of running backs in today's NFL, his boxing and music career and his partnership with Only Fans.
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24:59
The Magician
Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes joins host Rob Maaddi. The two-time AP NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP talks legacy, potential for a repeat, coach Andy Reid's influence and much more.
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13:11
Rare Breed
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, the runnerup for AP NFL MVP and AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year, joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss several topics, including his work ethic, leadership ability and whether Philadelphia has what it takes to bec...
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12:11
Trailblazing
Three-time Pro Bowl defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence and Mexico Women's National Flag Football team quarterback Diana Flores join host Rob Maaddi. Lawrence talks about the Cowboys' competing in the tough NFC East, being a mentor to younger playe...
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28:09
Turf Talk
Three-time All-Pro edge rusher Von Miller and three-time Pro Bowl tight end Greg Olsen join host Rob Maaddi. Miller talks about advocating for turf fields to be converted to grass, his interest in being a GM after his playing career ends and mo...
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26:56
In the Hub
NFL offensive lineman Chris Hubbard joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss Deshaun Watson's first season in Cleveland, why he's optimistic about the Browns in 2023 and his mental health journey.
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22:22
For the Soul
Former New Orleans Saints wide receiver Brandon Coleman and The Brand Architects founder Antone Barnes join host Rob Maaddi. Coleman discusses his career, how he transitioned to life after football and working in the mental wellness space. Barn...
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43:29
Draft Day with C.J.
Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud joins host Rob Maaddi hours before the NFL draft to discuss his pre-draft journey, how he handles negative criticism and more, including his favorite music and upcoming clothing line.
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11:08
NFL Draft Special
Alabama star edge rusher Will Anderson and Texas star running back Bijan Robinson join host Rob Maaddi to discuss the upcoming draft, their journey to reach this point, what they bring to a team and being featured on Season 3 of Overtime's "Dra...
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23:37
Ponder This
Former NFL quarterback Christian Ponder joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss the pressure of being a first-round pick, playing six seasons in the NFL and his new venture, The Post, which is a leadership community for athletes.
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21:04
AP NFL Mock Draft 1.0
Host Rob Maaddi discusses pick-for-pick his first-round mock draft with AP College Football Writer Ralph Russo.
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39:13
Building Legacies
Free agent offensive lineman Oday Aboushi and former NFL linebacker Hannibal Navies join host Rob Maaddi. Aboushi discusses being the first Palestinian-American player in the NFL, his lengthy career with various team and more. Navies chats abou...
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30:21
All Jacked Up
Kentucky quarterback Will Levis, New York Giants tight end Darren Waller and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Ryan Smith join host Rob Maaddi. Levis chats about his preparation for the NFL draft. Waller discusses his recent trade from...
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31:47
Top Dolla
WWE superstar A.J. Francis joins host Rob Maaddi to discuss his transition from the NFL to the wrestling ring, where he goes by the name "Top Dolla." Francis also chats about NFL free agency, life on the road and more.
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19:27
Trench Talk
Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith and Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum join host Rob Maaddi. Smith chats about going from sixth-round pick to starting every game his first two seasons for the Super Bowl champs, taking p...
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30:19