AP Pro Football Podcast

The Associated Press
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.

All Episodes

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 Athlete and more. Levis chats about his transition to the NFL, preparing as a third-string QB, getting the EVO ICL procedure for his eyes and more.

Oct 2023

35 min 13 sec

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 campaign. Greenberg chats about the Jets' quarterback situation and ESPN's partnership with IBM to evolve the integration of artificial intelligence into their fantasy football platform. 

Sep 2023

44 min 57 sec

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, stepping in as a backup and leading the New York Giants to a Super Bowl and his new nonprofit QB United that's working to support suicide prevention.

Sep 2023

38 min 5 sec

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.

Sep 2023

24 min 15 sec

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 gives his NFL season predictions and Week 1 picks.

Sep 2023

28 min 27 sec

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, his personal goals, the team's high expectations and having his own sauce at Buffalo Wild Wings.

Aug 2023

22 min 15 sec

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.

Aug 2023

11 min 16 sec

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 with Pepsi Zero.

Aug 2023

12 min 4 sec

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.

Jul 2023

24 min 59 sec

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.

Jul 2023

13 min 11 sec

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 become the third team in league history to win a Super Bowl the year after losing it.   

Jun 2023

12 min 11 sec

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 players and the importance of fatherhood. Flores chats about being the first flag football player with artifacts in the Pro Football Hall of Fame museum and much more. 

Jun 2023

28 min 9 sec