Episodes
Count out the Eagles and Browns all you want ... the schedule says they're in it. What about the surging New York Jets? New York Daily News' Manish Mehta weighs in on the Jets' chances of making a miracle run and what the future holds in East Rutherford. 
Published 11/25/19
The Athletic’s Paul Dehner Jr. Talks about the Cincinnati Bengals’ approach to winning and NFL.com Draft analyst Lance Zierlein talks about which players are worth tanking for, including LSU QB Joe Burrow. 
Published 11/21/19
The Eagles and Patriots meet for the first time since Super Bowl LII. Sports Illustrated's Charlotte Wilder looks back at that game and what the Pats have done since. While Philadelphia Inquirer's Mike Sielski shares the Philly angle and looks ahead to this weekend's game.
Published 11/13/19
Bleacher Report's Matt Miller weighs in on the possibility of Ohio State DE Chase Young going No. 1 in next year's Draft, and breaks down what could be an all-time wide receiver class. Plus, new segment ... the MVP behind the MVP ... the sidekicks that are fueling the best seasons in the NFL.
Published 11/07/19
Breaking down Vegas odds on who will be the No. 1 pick in NFL Draft. Simulcasting MMQB Trade Deadline Recap with Albert Breer and Bart Scott. 
Published 10/30/19
NFL reporter Adam Caplan breaks down the NFL trade deadline market and explains why players like A.J. Green and Trent Williams may stay in place. And The Athletic's Broncos reporter Nicki Jhabvala on the possibility of Chris Harris Jr. and Von Miller moving.
Published 10/28/19
Former NFL Lineman Geoff Schwartz and I break down the easy schedules of the 49ers, Patriots, Bills, and Ravens — who’s for real and who’s due a correction. We also discuss the QB draft class and the pros/cons of Justin Herbert.
Published 10/21/19
Breaking Down Kiper/McShay’s Top 5 QB Prospects. FanDuel Editor- in-Chief JJ Zachariason weighs in on Christian McCaffrey’s sustainability and Russell Wilson’s case for MVP. We also fix the NFL’s Officiating problem.
Published 10/15/19
Quarterback tutor Quincy Avery explains how he went from sleeping in the UCLA locker room to working with players like Deshaun Watson, Dwayne Haskins, Justin Fields and Jalen Hurts. Plus, we break down the Week 6 lines.
Published 10/11/19
Wall Street Journal’s Joe Flint on the struggles of his beloved Redskins and the future of NFL on TV. Comedian Mark Ellis on the ups and downs of being a Redskins fan and the most comedic moment in NFL history. 
Published 10/07/19
Breaking down the six quarterbacks with Yahoo's Eric Edholm after his first 2020 NFL Mock Draft. NFL Marketing representative Dusty Stanfield explains potential impact of new California "Pay for Play" rule.
Published 10/03/19
Breaking down Dwayne Haskins’ first game from Giants-Redskins. The Athletic’s Emory Hunt evaluates each first- and second-year QB. Paul Pabst on state of the Bears after Trubisky injury.
Published 09/30/19
Former Eagles great Seth Joyner talks about Philly's issues early in the season and how the NFL continually works to make it harder to play defense. Plus, we look back at the great Buddy Ryan defenses and why they would run into trouble in today's game.
Published 09/26/19
On Today's Episode of the Against the Grain Football podcast we recap week 3 in the NFL. We check in with Giants Beat Writer for the Daily News Pat Leonard and get the pulse on how New York is reacting to Daniel Jones. We also speak to Aaron Nagler of Cheesehead TV and discuss the Packers 3-0 start. Finally we come up with a brand new segment, "Get Outta Here Man!" You don't want to miss it!
Published 09/23/19
Craig Ellenport, author of The NFL 100: The Greatest Moments of the NFL's Century, defends his rankings. Philadelphia radio host Sean Brace breaks down Week 3 lines. 
Published 09/19/19
Dr. Mark Adickes breaks down injury situations for Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger and Sam Darnold. Former NFL QB Sage Rosenfels talks about sharing a spot in the record books with Patrick Mahomes and expresses his admiration for Lamar Jackson's incredible start. And I already want to change my Super Bowl predictions?
Published 09/16/19
Breaking down Week 2 matchups from an analytic perspective with Michael Salfino contributor to "The Athletic", 538 and Wall Street Journal. Find out the most important analytic in determining which team will win.
Published 09/12/19
Dan Patrick Show Producer Paul Pabst shares behind-the scene details of Dan and Keith's SportsCenter reunion; TheMMQB.com's Jenny Vrentas on what Antonio Brown meant to Jon Gruden and what's next in Oakland
Published 09/09/19
Dan explains his theory for picking a Super Bowl matchup and looks back at one his boldest predictions of all time. Plus, we look at a handful of teams that could go against the grain and defy their long Super Bowl odds.
Published 09/05/19
The Athletic Fantasy Football Writer and former Big League Pitcher Brad Ziegler shares his sleepers and breakout stars for this season.  FootBallGamePlan.com’s Emory Hunt makes a strong Against the Grain argument on why Lamar Jackson will have more success than Baker Mayfield. Plus why Jacoby Brissett will be better than you think. Enjoy!
Published 09/02/19
On This Episode of the ATG Football Podcast we're Breaking down win totals for all 32 teams with CBS Sports Senior NFL writer/Host of the Pick Six Podcast Will Brinson.
Published 08/29/19
Pro Football Focus senior analyst Steve Palazzolo and DIRECTV Fantasy Zone host James Koh offer analytics-based insights on the upcoming season. Find out why running backs don’t matter, which team is much better than we think and which QB is about to blow up. 
Published 08/28/19
Kliff Kingsbury and the Air Raid offense have arrived in the NFL. Will it transform the NFL? I'll talk to NFL.com's Lance Zierlein about Kyler Murray and break down the top QB draft prospects for next season, Eagles rookie and former Air Raid OL Andre Dillard and former college coach and Texas spread football expert Alan Wartes. Enjoy.
Published 08/14/19