NFL Rants & Raves is your weekly dose of unfiltered football talk. Steven breaks down the games, the calls, and the storylines that had everyone yelling at their TV, and this season he goes head to head with Axis Iron, the AI challenger, in a season-long battle of NFL picks. Rants, raves, hot takes, and a scoreboard that never lies.

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Episode 6.08 – Post Draft Recap: Part 2

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Part 2 of the Post Draft Recap is here and Steven and jeff are set to share their opinions on what all the teams did in the NFC. However, since there was plenty of NFL News to talk about, the guys did not get to the NFC West, but they promise to talk about the Cardinals, 49ers, Rams and Seahawks Draft picks on the next show.

The guys start by talking about the latest workout craze on the Coasts, and soon to hit Zurich. The guys then talk about the retirements of Walter Jones and Jeff Feagles and whether Ben Roelithberger’s latest evaluation might land him at Steelers OTAs next month. Steven discusses why Leroy Hill might be out of a job, and the guys talk about why Brett Favre is waiting to have surgery on his ankle while Steven thinks head coach Brad Childress is delivering a line like actor Alec Baldwin.

Steven and Jeff finally get to the NFC East and evaluate the talent selected in the draft. Steven’s joy of the Cowboys drafting WR Dez Bryant was held in check because he did not think the Cowboys draft was real solid. The guys disagreed on the Giants draft, while liking what the Eagles did. Steven asks why the Panthers drafted QB Armanti Edwards in the third-round when they had just drafted QB Jimmy Clausen. Steven and Jeff both like the Packers picks and Steven agrees to call Detroit, the Lions, but will return to calling them “kitty-cats” if they start 0-4 next season. The guys also discuss the Redskins, Saints, Bears, Vikings, Falcons and Bucs.

 

Episode 6.07 – Post Draft Recap: Part 1

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Episode 6.07 – Post Draft Recap: Part 1
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The NFL Draft is over and Steven and Jeff share their opinions on what all the teams did. Since there was plenty of NFL News to talk about, and the guys covering the entire AFC, the show was a little longer than usual.

The guys start with some NFL News, including QB Ben Roethlisberger and his latest apology and deciding not to appeal his suspension. The guys also talk about the Patriots releasing LB Adalius Thomas, the Jets releasing 9-time Pro Bowl G Alan Faneca and still owing him $5.25 million, the Titans agreeing to terms with undrafted RB LeGarrette Blount from Orgeon despite reports that Blount had signed with the 49ers and undrafted TE Scott Sicko and his decision to turn down NFL offers because he was undrafted.

The guys then turned their talks to the AFC teams and focus on what those teams did in the draft. The guys agreed that the Bills and Jaguars did not have spectacular drafts, nor did the Colts for that matter. They also agreed that the Ravens, Dolphins and Jets had solid drafts. The guys disagreed on the Patriots draft while they both were uncertain of the Chiefs, Texans and Steelers draft.

One thing that was certain, they had plenty of opinions on the Denver Broncos and all the draft moves. Plus the guys talk about how they feel about the new NFL Draft format.

 

Episode 6.06 – Pre-Draft: NFC Needs Part 2

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Episode 6.06 – Pre-Draft: NFC Needs Part 2
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Steven and Jeff finish looking at the NFC team needs for the upcoming draft with a bit shorter show. The guys discuss the latest NFL news, including the league’s $1 million donation to the Boston University School of Medicine for the study of brain injuries. They also discuss the latest sexual allegations case against Colts DL Eric Foster and Steven and Jeff give some advise to these young stars.

The guys talk about WR Torry Holt getting signed by the Patriots, the Vikings re-signing of QB Tavaris Jackson and the latest involving Commissioner Roger Goodell and QB Ben Roethlisberger.

Steven and Jeff then tackle the NFC South and NFC West and what each team in those divisions might be looking to do in the upcoming draft. Steven thinks that Tampa Bay may be looking to trade down as they might not be able to afford the #3 pick overall in the draft, and both guys agree that Rams need a whole lot of help and that drafting a quarterback might not be in their best interests.

Plus the guys give you step by step instructions on how to get a gravatar and add it to your comments on the site.

 

Episode 6.05 – Pre-Draft: NFC Needs Part 1

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Episode 6.05 – Pre-Draft: NFC Needs Part 1
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Steven and Jeff now look to the NFC to assess draft needs. The guys continue to discuss QB Ben Roethlisberger and the disclosure of the police reports that reveal the quarterback has some serious problems. Not to mention, the Pennsylvania State Trooper that is under investigation for his role in the incident. It wouldn’t be a show without a Good ‘Ole Boy to talk about and Browns RB Chris Jennings fits the bill this week.

On the last show, the guys talked about the possibility of WR Brandon Marshall being traded, and not only did get shipped to Miami, the Dolphins cast off WR Ted Ginn Jr. to the 49ers. Jeff and Steven back Jerry Jones for the video taken in secret, and Steven wonders how NFL Draft prospect, Ndamukong Suh, could pledge $2.6M to his alma mater Nebraska.

Plus Steven and Jeff take a look at what the teams in the NFC East and NFC North might try to pick up in the upcoming draft. Jeff seems to think the Lions still need lots of help and will only win a couple of games next year. Steven thinks that Bruce Allen and Mike Shanahan better not miss with the Redskins’ #4 pick in the draft since they don’t have many picks this year. And both guys agree that the Bears are limbo as far as the draft is concerned having given away so much for the QB Jay Cutler.

 

Episode 6.04 – Pre-Draft: AFC Needs Part 2

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Episode 6.04 – Pre-Draft: AFC Needs Part 2
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Steven and Jeff thank everyone who joined on the blitz project and encouraged others to do so. The guys get straight into NFL News, as they discussed QB Ben Roethlisberger dodging a bullet and Terry Bradshaw’s comments regarding the young quarterback. There is also a Good ‘Ole Boy to talk about and Steven throws Jeff under the bus again!

The guys also discuss about the possibility of WR Brandon Marshall being traded to Seattle, billionaire Stan Kroenke trying to purchase the remaining 60 percent of the Rams, the Raiders saying JaMarcus Russell will get another shot at QB, and a Brian Westbrook sighting in Green Bay.

Plus Steven and Jeff take a look at what the teams in the AFC South and AFC West will do in the upcoming draft. Steven jumps on the Texans bandwagon, but quickly changes allegiances to the Colts. Jeff likes everyone except the Raiders, and the guys talk about why they like to go easy on the Jaguars.

Also, if you are in the UK, please send an email to blitz@rarn.net if you have not done so. Thanks!

 

Episode 6.03 – Pre-Draft: AFC Needs Part 1

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Steven and Jeff dive in for huge NFL News, with the trading of Donovan McNabb, the release of Marc Bulger and Shaun Rogers legal battles. How can you NOT know there is a gun in your carry-on! Can you believe that Steven had positive things to say about the Washington Redskins?

The guys then get you ready for the NFL Draft as they take a look at the AFC East and North divisions by discussing the teams needs. Steven is not kind to the Bills and Browns, while taking a little stab at Tom Brady, while Jeff tries to dive deeper in trying to play GM and figure out which players teams will actually take.

Plus the guys launch a new website and ask our listeners to reach out and help us help us and help you! UK listeners, please email blitz@rarn.net

Episode 6.02 – Pre-Pre Draft and NFL News

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The guys cover lots of NFL News as the league gets ready for the Draft. Steven gives a shout out to the AFL, which will be aired on NFL Network.

The guys discuss all of the NFL rule changes coming out of the owners meeting this week and Steven has a rant regarding the new overtime rule. How would you like to see an overtime period with no punters and no kickers?

Jeff takes a closer look at how the uncapped season is negatively affecting free agency for some players and the guys discuss the Eagles Donovan McNabb situation in Philly. Plus Steven puts Jeff on the hot seat.

Episode 6.01 – Free Agency and NFL News

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They’re baaaaack! Steven and Jeff are returning for a 6th season of NFL Rants and Raves. Today the guys thank the show listeners that sent in some very nice emails. The guys discussed the decision to continue the show, and talked about current NFL News.

Big Ben in trouble again, and the Jet’s owner Woody Johnson is not happy with the league’s handling of opening of the new Meadowlands Stadium. The guys agree with Woody, something’s fishy with the secret coin toss.

The guys then turn their attention to free agency. Steven sheds some light on NFL tenders offered to restricted free agents and helps Jeff understand some of the changes with the uncapped year. Plus the guys end with a new segment which we will let you, the listeners, name!