Next Fan Up - Nfl News & Reaction

PodVader and the SuperFans - Greg (Steelers), James (Eagles), Rob (Bills) and Kevin (Cowboys) - get together to chat about the latest news in the NFL, including the newest free agents, franchise tags and more.We begin with the Franchise tag.  Seven teams decided to use it to keep their superstars on their team. There were a couple of "surprise" players that weren't tagged.  Who would the SuperFans want their teams to pursue?How about the latest free agents - Adrian Peterson, Jamaal Charles and Darrelle Revis - which is most likely going to be signed by a team?  Ken, our Chargers SuperFan, wrote a piece for the SuperFans to discuss on an NFL team tanking to acquire more draft picks.  How would you feel if your team decided to pursuing this strategy? Josh sends us an email to nextfanup@gmail.com. You should too.Tweet us @nfupodcastRead James (Texans) latest post on QB value in the NFL on our website: www.nextfanup.wordpress.comSubscribe to the show on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn and Aha Radio to never miss a show.

Justin (Seahawks), Neil (Washington,), James (Texans), and James (Eagles) talk news of the week, and the PFF list of the top 50 free agents. Key names include Laveon Bell, Kirk Cousins, and a surprising amount of Kenny Britt debate. Plus, Neil is a cowboys hater, affecting his opinion of a free agent guard, and Justin explains why the seahawks don't show up on this list at all.  Email us! Nextfanup@gmail.comFollow @nfupodcastSee us one at nextfanup@gmail.com

It's a Draft Edition of the Next Fan Up podcast this week as PodVader flies solo and interviews Scott Wright of DraftCountdown.com (@draftcountdown on Twitter).  As they begin their discussion about the prospects in the upcoming NFL Draft, the topic of underclassmen in the draft comes up.  Scott feels a guy like Noah Brown, WR from Ohio State, might be a little early for the draft but a team could get a guy who compares with Martavious Bryant, WR for the Steelers, in the mid rounds.  A rare position to see at the top of rankings is RB, but Leonard Fournette, RB from LSU,  is a special player and is ranked only behind Myles Garrett, the edge rusher from Texas A&M. The guys jump into talking about the QB position and how the prospects at the most important position in all of sports will shake out.  Pod notices that Scott has 5 of the top 11 players in this draft all coming from Alabama!  It's a poor class for OTs (offensive tackles) but their are some good OGs (offensive guards...but Pod says there can neve

Justin (Seahawks), Neil (Washington), Don (Ravens), Kevin (Cowboys), and Monty (Raiders) run through the news of the week, mostly tackle related, then dive into a total redraft of round one from 2016. Nearly half the players drafted before don't make the list. There's a few surpries, a laugh or two, and we reveal who the superfan equivalent of the Dos Equis guy. Get the perspective only players who know their teams the best can offer. Give a listen, leave a review! Then like and share us on facebook and twitter. Follow us @nfupodcastEmail at nextfanup@gmail.comSee our website nextfanup.wordpress.com 

It's the first offseason edition of the Next Fan Up podcast for 2017. PodVader is joined by James (Eagles) and Kevin (Cowboys) for the whole show. Special guest SuperFans will jump in when called on. And the guys call on Ben, the Browns SuperFan, right off the bat to react to Pod's article at www.nextfanup.wordpress.com "Making the Browns Great Aga...For the First Time".  Pod's hypothesis involves Jimmy Garoppolo and Martellus Bennett. Ben discusses why Pod's hypothesis is necessary for the Browns to improve their team. James and Kevin see that point, but also see things from a different set of lenses.  Next up, Neil, our Redskins SuperFan, drops by to talk about Kirk Cousins pending free agency - or franchise tag. Neil wants to see Cousins back with the Redskins, but if he's not, he wants to see his team get some real value from him in terms of a trade. His fear, Jay Cutler.Andy, the Dolphins SuperFan, is next to jump in. The Dolphins are making some significant cuts including Branden Albert, Mario Williams,

Join Justin (Seahawks) Patrick(Patriots) Podvader (Patriots) and Tim (Falcons) as we recap the Superbowl. This is it, the big game! Legacies are at stake. Legends can be made. Overtime can be had. Wardrobes can malfunction! After we recap the game we review the production overall, talking commercials, half time, Joe Bucks mysterious youth, and Stain-Gate! All that and more on Next Fan Upemail us at Nextfanup@gmail.comfollow us @nfupodcastsee us online nextfanup.wordpress.com

It's a Super preview of the Super Bowl with your SuperFans and PodVader. Joining Pod this week are Greg (Steelers), Neil (Redskins), James (Eagles) and Kevin (Cowboys).  First, PodVader recommends giving Matt Chatham's entertaining and scathing deconstruction of Colin Cowherd's interview with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell a listen. Here's a link to make it easy: tobtr.com/9771265Then it's time for Tim (Falcons) and Patrick (Patriots) to go at it in an epic SuperFan Battle preview the match ups between New England and Atlanta. The rest of the SuperFans chime in with their picks for the big game on Sunday as Pod sprinkles in some ridiculous stats (PS - Stay tuned through the end of the podcast where Kevin drops a huge stat that should help you determine the winner of this game).After the SuperBowl conversation around the 1 hour 5min mark, Greg brings in Charly our San Francisco 49ers SuperFan to discuss the hiring of John Lynch as their new GM and the assumed appointment of Kyle Shanahan as the new head coach.

Welcome to the final edition of the Matts for the 2016 post season. PodVader is joined by Matt Chatham (@chatham58, FootballByFootball.com) and Matt Williamson (@williamsonnfl, many podcasts) to break down all the football match ups in SuperBowl LI (that's 51 for people who are against Roman numerals).  Where is the edge in this game? Can the Falcons D step up vs Tom Brady?  How will the Patriots defend against the zone running scheme of Atlanta?  And what color hair will Lady GaGa have at halftime?Email us - nextfanup@gmail.comTweet us - @nfupodcastCheck out our website - www.nextfanup.wordpress.comDon't miss any of our podcasts - Prop Bets, Matthew Berry from ESPN, Teams' needs in the offseason and the upcoming epic SuperFan Battle between Patrick and Tim!  Subscribe on iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher, and Aha Radio. Leave us a review, share with a friend, listen and enjoy!!!

James (Texans) and Justin (Seahawks) take a break from the pro bowl festivities to talk about what really matters. Betting(void where prohibited)! James is the expert, so Justin asks is educated on what the betting numbers mean, how he should be betting, and what the heck a "parlay" is. Then they guys pick their favorite whacky prop bets, and give their opinions on where the money is. This is a great way to add some extra fun to the superbowl. Email us at nextfanup@gmail.comFollow us @nfupodcastSee us online at nextfanup.wordpress.comLike, share, review!

Greg (Steelers) and company cast their predictive gazes far into the future to provide us with a way too early (but oh so needed) preview of the NFC in 2017. What going to happen? Only one way to find out. Listen! Then comment, like and share for good measure. This is the perspective you will only get from true superfans. It's Next Fan Up!Email us at nextfanup@gmail.comFollow us on twitter @nfupodcastCheckout out website nextfanup.wordpress.com

It's a very special podcast this week as PodVader reunites with his buddy, Matthew Berry from ESPN Fantasy. They used to work together on this little podcast called the Fantasy Focus, also known as The 06010.  Pod asks Matthew about the surprises in 2016, Matthew's ranks for 2017 (where are the QBs?) and then reads some questions from the listeners. They varied from keeper picks, did Matthew lose a bet? and the best proposal idea ever...or is it? Oh, and where's Nate?Email us - nextfanup@gmail.comTweet us - @nfupodcastCheck out the website: www.nextfanup.wordpress.comSubscribe to the show on iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher or Aha Radio. Share with a friend and enjoy!!!

Are you ignoring the Superbowl too? Check out this podcast with ZERO Superbowl talk! We have 4 superfans talking about where they think the AFC stands as of right now for the 2017 season. These are all Superfans that want to do anything be think about the "Big Game". Join them for hot takes on the entire AFC!

Huge day for football, as we determine the Superbowl Participants. Brian (Packers) and Tim (Falcons) discuss the NFC championship. Meanwhile Greg ( Steelers) and Patrick (Patriots) recap the AFC title game. Stong opinions abound, as we begin to close out an eventful season. Give it a listen. Tell you friends. Spread the word and the love!Email us at nextfanup@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter @nfupodcastCheckout our website, nextfanup.wordpress.com 

PodVader and the SuperFans - Neil (Redskins), James (Eagles), Kevin (Cowboys) and Don (Ravens) - break down the semi-finals in the NFL.  Starting around the 5 min mark, we launch into previewing the Green Bay Packers at the Atlanta Falcons. Brian and Tim get the conversation started with their SuperFan Battle. Around the 39 min mark, the conversation turns to the AFC Championship between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots featuring the battle between Greg and Patrick. At the one hour, 26 minute mark - the conversation turns to the latest news items in the NFL including some notes on the NFL ratings, Andrew Luck's shoulder surgery, new OC in Jacksonville, the lack of news regarding the 49ers open positions (not including the Head Coaching spot which is expected to be for Kyle Shanahan) and end with a note on the Seahawks losing their 2nd round pick for messing with the injury report. Email us like our buddy Josh did - nextfanup@gmail.comTweet us: @nfupodcastCheck out our website (featuring a piec

It's a big week for the Matts. PodVader previews the AFC and NFC Conference Championship games with Matt Chatham (@chatham58, FootballByFootball.com) and Matt Williamson (@williamsonnfl, many podcasts). Chatham was a former New England Patriot.  Williamson is from the greater Pittsburgh area. Naturally, there's disagreements - or are there?They also spend some time on the Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons (just not as much as the Steelers and the Patriots). We want to hear from you: email us - nextfanup@gmail.comTweet us: @nfupodcastCheck out our written stuff - including a great piece evaluating the Sam Bradford trade to the Vikings now that the season is over - www.nextfanup.wordpress.comSubscribe to the show so you never miss a podcast on iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher or Aha Radio. Leave us a review if you don't mind. Share with a friend, please. Listen and enjoy!!!

Here we go, the final weekend before the conference Championships. Justin and Tim power through the Seahawks and the Falcons. Brian pulls double duty, as he moderates for James and Patrick as they talk Texans vs Patriots, then Brian joins Kevin for a discussion on the Packers vs Cowboys. Finally venerable show stalwarts Nick and Greg recap Chiefs vs Steelers. A YUGE week. 

Another SUPER-sized playoff preview from PodVader and the SuperFans including Neil (Redskins), James (Eagles), Rob (Bills), Patrick (Patriots) and Kevin (Cowboys).  This week we kick off with the Playoff games:5:30ish - Seahawks vs Falcons25:30ish - Texans vs Patriots47:30ish - Steelers vs Chiefs1:13:20ish - Packers vs CowboysAfter the game previews, around the 1hour 43minute mark, the guys jump in on the news that the Los Angeles Chargers of San Diego are now a thing. What a generic looking logo? And what is the deal with that letter by Dean Spanos?Next up, the Denver Broncos have hired Vance Joseph as their new head coach. Broncos SuperFan Louis seems excited but concerned not enough attention will be made to the offense. The Buffalo Bills have a new head coach in Sean McDermott. Rob likes the hire and notes it's another defensive minded coach - but one that means business. We also touch on the new administration in Jacksonville where the Jaguars keep Doug Marrone as their coach but hire Tom Coughlin as the

Supersize edition of the interview podcast today.  First, PodVader welcomes back The Matts - Matt Chatham (@chatham58 on Twitter, FootballByFootball.com) and Matt Williamson (@williamsonnfl, numerous online offerings).  The guys roll through the Divisional Round, previewing each game. Texans/Patriots - looking at it from a players perspective and how to prepare for a game where you are a "yuge" favorite. Steelers/Chiefs - could be the most entertaining game of the weekend. Seahawks/Falcons - don't expect to see the Seahawks team we have come to know and love. Packers/Cowboys - are the Packers the best away team to pull off an upset?That's where we bring in Zach Rapport (@OutsideSlant, The Acme Packing Company podcast on SBNation). Zach talks about the turnaround for the Packers and what fueled it. What is the future of the RB position for the Packers? What needs to happen for the Packers to win this weekend?Email us: nextfanup@gmail.comTweet us: @nfupodcastCheck out our website: www.nextfanup.wordpress.comSub

The playoffs are upon us! We are joined by the superfans as we recap an entertaining Wildcard Weekend. Justin (Seahawks) fights through the flu to talk the Seahawks win over the Lions. Monty and James discuss the "Backup Quartback Bowl™". Brian and Sam talk Packers vs Giants. Finally Justin and Monty reuinite to discuss Steelers vs Dolphins. And make jokes about Ben Roethlisberger is a walking boot. All that in this weeks Next Fan Up!

A big Wildcard Weekend preview this week featuring PodVader, Neil (Redskins), Andy (Dolphins) and James (Eagles).  Before we get into the previews of all the games, the guys discuss some of the stats from the last year. The NFL was much more competitive than you may have thought on a historical level.  Around the 16 minute mark, we begin the SuperFan Battles. First up is the Oakland Raiders versus the Houston Texans, Monty and James. Around the 36 minute mark, we present the Detroit Lions versus the Seattle Seahawks, Chicago Tom filling in for the Lions and Justin. Around the 53 minute mark, it's the Miami Dolphins versus the Pittsburgh Steelers, Andy and Greg. The last game is around the 1 hour 16 minute mark featuring the New York Giants at the Green Bay Packers, Sam and Brian.And if you're interested in the Hall of Fame finalists, PodVader and the guys talk about those 15 guys and who the locks are for the honor. That conversation starts around 1 hour 36 minutes. Thanks to @misterjpmanahan on Twitter for b