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Football 2 the MAX

by Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan, Erik Watkins

Football 2 the MAX is the official NFL podcast of W2Mnet.com that focuses on what’s going on every week in the NFL. We have two shows each week, one on Sunday nights discussing everything that happened that week and we also do a Thursday night show after TNF, previewing the upcoming week as well. We also do off-season series with guests, cover the NFL Draft, and season previews as well. Basically we are your one stop shop destination for all things American Football. Football 2 the MAX airs live on Spreaker.com and then is available immediately on-demand via I-Tunes, Stitcher, Tune-In Radio, Youtube (Via W2M Network Channel), Google Play, Podbean (Via LAST WORD RADIO) and wherever else there are podcasts. You can follow the guys on twitter @W2MSean, @W2MGary, @squidsportshead or the entire network @W2MNetwork. If you enjoy the show, like our W2M Network Facebook Page and the W2Mnet Instagram as well.

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Episodes

  1. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Week 3 Preview, Cleveland's Big Win, Josh Gordon Traded

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins give a big preview of Week 3 in the 2018 National Football League season. They begin by discussing the big win for the Cleveland Browns over the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football. Should Baker Mayfield start in Week 4? How...

  2. Football 2 the MAX: Aaron Rodgers Sunday Night Heroics, Patrick Mahomes Shines, NFL Week 1 Recap

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the biggest games, storylines, and takeaways from NFL Week 1. Aaron Rodgers pulls off a Willis Reed in the Sunday night showcase against the Chicago Bears. But how did the Bears defense hold up, and what about Mitchell...

  3. Football 2 the MAX: NFC East Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins continue with the division previews. This time, they hit the NFC East. Sean gives a passionate dissection of the Dallas Cowboys. While Erik tries to stop him from going off the deep end. The guys discuss all four teams, their...

  4. Football 2 the MAX: NFC South Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins continue with the division previews. This time, they hit the NFC South. The guys discuss all four teams, their strengths, weaknesses, new editions, and much more. Plus, at the end, they rank the division 1-4 and give out their...

  5. Football 2 the MAX: AFC East Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins finish out the AFC, as they discuss all things AFC East. They analyze all four teams, their strenghts, weaknesses, new editions and more. Plus, they rank the division 1-4 and choose a winner as well.

  6. Football 2 the MAX: AFC North Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins continue with the division previews. This time, they hit the AFC North. The guys discuss all four teams, their strengths, weaknesses, new editions, and much more. Plus, at the end, they rank the division 1-4 and give out their...

  7. Football 2 the MAX: AFC West Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss and preview the AFC West. They go through each team and discuss their strengths, weaknesses, new additions, and more. At the end, they rank the division 1-4 and also pick a division winner as well.

  8. Football 2 the MAX: AFC South Preview

    On the return of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins begin preparing for the 2018 NFL season in earnest with division previews. First up, the AFC South. The guys discuss all four teams, the new additions, strengths, weaknesses, and how they could stack up compared to the competition…

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  9. Football 2 the MAX: 2018 NFL Draft Team Grades

    Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Jason Teasley give out Team Grades for each team, discuss stand out picks, the not so good ones, and much more.

  10. Football 2 the MAX: 2018 NFL Draft Analysis

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean and Erik are joined by Randy Isbell, Jason Teasley, and Robert Taylor to discuss the first three rounds of the 2018 NFL Draft! What did we all think of the biggest moves and picks? Mayfield at #1? Barkley to the Giants? Lamar Jackson at #32 to the…

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  11. Football 2 the MAX: Super Bowl LII Analysis, Nick Foles MVP, NFL Awards

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins break down Super Bowl LII. How did Nick Foles, head coach Doug Pederson and the rest of the Philadelphia Eagles defeat the New England Patriots. How big was Brandon Graham's defensive play? What about the crazy trick play…

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  12. Football 2 the MAX: Minnesota Miracle, The Coaching Changes Continue, Conference Championship Predictions

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins swiftly go through the best of the divisional games. Including the crazy Minnesota Miracle. While also conversing on whether Mike Mularkey deserved the hate. If the Steelers were looking past the Jaguars, and why Jalen Ramsey…

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  13. Football 2 the MAX: Jon Gruden is Back, Patriots Drama, Championship Game Recap

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins begin by discussing the College National Championship game. Could the Alabama quarterback change cause an issue for next season? So does this make the committee correct? Does Georgia make it back next year? After that, the guys...

  14. Football 2 the MAX: All SEC National Championship, Black Monday Strikes, 2017 NFL Playoff Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins are joined by a returning Gary Vaughan. And boy do they have a doozy of a show. They begin by breaking down the two College Football Playoff Semifinal games. Georgia took it to double overtime, but dispatched the Oklahoma Sooners...

  15. Football 2 the MAX: Ravens & Vikings Hold Serve, NFL Week 16 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins breakdown the two Saturday night matchups. The Baltimore Ravens almost let one slip away, but they hold on and are in the driver's seat in the AFC Wild Card. While the Minnesota Vikings handle the Packers 16-0 to keep pressure on...

  16. Football 2 the MAX: Atlanta Falcons Big Win, Controversy Sunday in Week 15

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the big win for the Atlanta Falcons over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday Night Football. A game that certainly was not a battle of the defenses. The play of the two quarterbacks. They also analyze the NFC South…

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  17. Football 2 the MAX: Chiefs & Lions Hold Serve, XFL Coming Back?

    On this special Sunday morning edition of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the big win for the Kansas City Chiefs over the Los Angeles Chargers. They now sit one win, or a loss by a division foe, from clinching the NFC West. The guys breakdown the sudden surge by the…

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  18. Football 2 the MAX: Miami Dolphins Upset Patriots, Playoff Scenarios, NFL Week 14 Recap

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer is joined by a returning Randy Isbelle, as the guys talk all things NFL Week 14. They begin by breaking down the Miami Dolphins shocking upset win over the surging New England Patriots. While praising the play of Xavien Howard and Kenyan Drake....

  19. Football 2 the MAX: Moneyball Over in Cleveland, Targeting in the NFL, NFL Week 14 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the firing of Sashi Brown. Plus, the subsequent hiring of John Dorsey. What it means for the team. Should they really be going quarterback in Round 1? And did they pull the plug too early on Moneyball. The guys then go...

  20. Football 2 the MAX: Atlanta Falcons Edge Out Seahawks on MNF, NFL Week 11 Highlights

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins have their Monday Night Football breakdown. Discussing the ins and outs of the Atlanta Falcons narrow victory 34-31 over the Seattle Seahawks. How big was the Fake field goal call in reality? Are the amount of penalties hurting…

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  21. Football 2 the MAX: Steelers Blowout Titans on TNF, NFL Week 11 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan and Erik Watkins breakdown the Thursday Night Football victory for the Pittsburgh Steelers over the Tennesse Titans. Does the margin victory show how far apart the two teams really are? Will the Steelers cruise the rest of the way?...

  22. Football 2 the MAX: Teddy Bridgewater Activated, NFL Week 10 Preview

    On this Football 2 the MAX episode, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss a small bit of news. Could Teddy Bridgewater actually start this season? And doesn't even matter how Case Keenum plays? What's going on with Vontae Davis? And more. The guys also preview each and every game happening on the...

  23. Football 2 the MAX: Deshaun Watson Torn ACL, NY Jets Dominate Buffalo Bills, NFL Week 9 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Gary Vaughan discuss the New York Jets dominate defensive performance against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday Night Football. Did the Bills lay an egg? Or was this just a better Jets squad on the night? How strong is the AFC East...

  24. Football 2 the MAX: Ezekiel Elliot Suspended Again, Jimmy Garoppolo Traded, NFL Week 8 Musings

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through a busy Monday of news. While also doing the usual Monday Night Football breakdown for the Kansas City Chiefs 29-19 victory over the Denver Broncos. Are the Chiefs now back on track? What do we make of their redzone…

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  25. Football 2 the MAX: Carson Wentz Shines Again on MNF, NFL Week 7 Talking Points

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins have their Monday Night Football breakdown. Where they discuss everything from the 34-24 victory for the Philadelphia Eagles over the Washington Redskins. As the Eagles now own the best record in the NFC, and the lead the NFC…

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  26. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Week 7 Preview, Ezekiel Elliot Legal Situation Continues

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the news of Cliff Avril's season ending injury and possible retirement. Dallas getting the 2018 NFL Draft. The current status of Ezekiel Elliot and what could happen going forward. Plus, the guys discuss every game coming...

  27. Football 2 the MAX: TNF Breakdown: Raiders Win Thriller in Oakland

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins have their Thursday Night Football breakdown. Discussing the ins and outs of the 31-30 victory by the Oakland Raiders over the Kansas City Chiefs. Is Amari Cooper back? Can the Raiders get back to what they were? Are the Chiefs…

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  28. Football 2 the MAX: Carson Wentz And Defense Help Get Win Over Carolina Panthers, NFL Week 6 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins have their TNF breakdown. The Philadelphia Eagles defense pestered Cam Newton and nullified their run game. How good is this team? And could they run away with the NFC East? How can the Panthers avoid Cam throwing for 52 times in…

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  29. Football 2 the MAX: Case Keenum Plays Savior For Vikings, NFL Week 5 Recap

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss Case Keenum spelling Sam Bradford for the Minnesota Vikings, and with some defensive help led the Vikes to a 20-17 win over the debuting Mitchell Trubisky and the Chicago Bears. Did Trubisky's game turn out well? Should the Vikings...

  30. Football 2 the MAX: Patriots Hold on Against Bucs on TNF, NFL Week 5 Preview

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the interesting Thursday Night Football battle with the New England Patriots holding on for a 19-14 victory. Certainly it's the end of the road for Nick Folk after missing three field goals? Do they carry the ultimate…

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  31. Football 2 the MAX: Kansas City Chiefs Stay Undefeated, Mitchell Trubisky Starting

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the Kansas City Chiefs squeaking one out against the Washington Redskins. How big were the injuries that piled up in the second half? Does it really come down to the Josh Doctson drop? Or is about the Chiefs making half-time...

  32. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Week 4 Preview, Focus Returns to the Field

    On this Football 2 the MAX episode, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the NFL trying to make sure they are doing the right thing going forward when it comes to kneeling for the right reasons. And could it have anything to do with fans cancelling Sunday Ticket subscriptions? And wanting refunds...

  33. Football 2 the MAX: TNF Breakdown: Green Bay Packers Blowout Bears, Take Lead in All-Time Series

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins break down an extra long Thursday Night Football victory for the Green Bay Packers over the Chicago Bears (35-14). The Packers for the most part just cruised to victory on the back of Aaron Rodgers, a running game, and the defense…

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  34. Dak Prescott and DeMarcus Lawrence Lead Cowboys over Cardinals, NFL Takes a Knee

    On this shortened episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins break down the Monday Night Football 28-17 victory for the Dallas Cowboys over the Arizona Cardinals. Are the Cardinals in trouble at 1-2? Have the Cowboys finally found a pass rusher? What kind of a statement was this...

  35. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Week 3 Preview, London Games are Here

    On this Football 2 the MAX episode, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins preview the rest of NFL Week 3. Could the Jacksonville Jaguars nip the Baltimore Ravens in the first London game of the year? Who's going to keep improving on Week 2? The guys are split on whether the Cleveland Browns, or…

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  36. Football 2 the MAX: LA Rams Win a TNF Thriller Against the 49ers

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins break down the Los Angeles Rams 41-39 victory over division rival San Francisco 49ers on Thursday Night Football. Todd Gurley had a three touchdown performance. Aaron Donald was vital, Jared Goff looked good too. But Brian Hoyer rallied the...

  37. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Week 2 Recap: Broncos Manhandle Cowboys, Atlanta Roll Green Bay, More

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the stellar performance of Trevor Siemian and well the whole Denver Broncos team against the Dallas Cowboys. The Atlanta Falcons putting the Green Bay Packers in-check for three quarters. Alex Smith and Kansas City…

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  38. Football 2 the MAX EXTRA: Detroit Lions vs. NY Giants MNF Recap

    On this Football 2 the MAX EXTRA, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins breakdown the Detroit Lions 24-10 victory over the New York Giants. Have the Lions finally reached their goal of transitioning to a ball control, more run oriented offense? How big were the five sacks and huge plays made by the Lions...

  39. Football 2 the MAX: DeShaun Watson Gets First Win, NFL Week 2 Preview

    On the return episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins made it through Hurricane Irma with little damage. Gary Vaughan joins them, and the trio discuss DeShaun Watson leading the Houston Texans to their first win of the season. Should the Texans have hope for the future? Or was...

  40. Football 2 the MAX: Kansas City Chiefs Make a Statement, Eric Berry Out

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, in the calm before Hurricane Irma hits South Florida, impacing both Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins. The guys have some football to talk about. Sean and Erik breakdown the Kansas City Chiefs 42-27 win over the New England Patriots. How big of a blow is the torn...

  41. Football 2 the MAX: 2017 NFL Season Preview, Ezekiel Elliot Plays Week 1

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Gary Vaughan spend the first 25 minutes discussing the effects Hurricane Irma could have on the NFL. Since the Miami Dolphins and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play their game in Pennsylvania to avoid the storm. Also, the guys discuss the…

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  42. Football 2 the MAX: Ohio State Rolls, More Ezekiel Elliot Developments, CFB Playoff Picks

    On this Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Gary Vaughan start off by discussing the Ohio State and Indiana game. How much do we make of the first half woes for the Buckeyes? Could Indiana have a good year? The guys then make predictions for the rest of the big games from this...

  43. Football 2 the MAX: Matthew Stafford Gets Paid, Josh McCown Starting, Preason Week 3 Thoughts

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through the games from Week 3 of the Preseason. Who impressed in dress rehearsal week? Did some of these named starters deserve their spots? The guys talk all this, and more. All the news from over the weekend is in-between…

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  44. Football 2 the MAX: Cam Newton Preseason Debut, Jalen Strong Suspended

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the two games played on Thursday night’s Preseason action. How did Jay Cutler perform in his second game? Did Matt Moore fair any better? And what about the defenses on both sides? Seven turnovers might be an indication....

  45. Football 2 the MAX: NFL Preseason Week 2 Discussion, Trevor Siemian Starting, More

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the Monday Night Football Preseason game between the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants. Who stood out? How serious is the Odell Beckham Jr. injury? And does this make you weary of starters playing a lot next week? The...

  46. Football 2 the MAX: Bucs vs. Jags Thoughts, Brock Osweiler Starting, Ryan Kelly Goes Down

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer makes an important announcement on his health. After that He, Erik Watkins, and Gary Vaughan discuss the Monday Night Football game on Thursday, between the Tampa Bay Bucs and Jacksonville Jaguars. The starters played at least one half of the…

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  47. Football 2 the MAX EXTRA: Ezekiel Elliot Suspended Six Games, Sammy Watkins Traded

    On this Football 2 the MAX EXTRA, Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan and Erik Watkins go in-depth for over one hour discussing all things Ezekiel Elliot Suspension. They try to take as many angles as possible, from a legal standpoint, the league's point of view, the Dallas Cowboys and more. How does this...

  48. Football 2 the MAX: Mitchell Trubisky Impresses, Deshone Kizer Throws Bombs, Full-Time Refs

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss some of the games from Wednesday and Thursday of Preseason Week 1. How much can we really take away from Mitchell Trubisky's performance against the Denver Broncos? What about Paxton Lynch? Did anyone else standout on...

  49. Football 2 the MAX: Ezekiel Elliot Leak, Jay Cutler Signs, Injury Bug Hits

    On this episode of Football 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss the leak, with possible ties to the league itself about the Ezekiel Elliot domestic case. Could this be the final nail in the coffin for Zeke? Or does this just throw more confusion into the whole mess? What should the...

  50. Football 2 the MAX: Hall of Fame Game Analysis, Ryan Tanehill Injured, Latest on Colin Kaepernick

    Finally the Football 2 the MAX trio return, discussing the Hall of Game between the Dallas Cowboys and Arizona Cardinals. Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan and Erik Watkins wonder what can really be analyzed from the game? Who stood out on both sides in this one? How exciting is it to have Football back…

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About this show

Football 2 the MAX is the official NFL podcast of W2Mnet.com that focuses on what’s going on every week in the NFL.

We have two shows each week, one on Sunday nights discussing everything that happened that week and we also do a Thursday night show after TNF, previewing the upcoming week as well. We also do off-season series with guests, cover the NFL Draft, and season previews as well. Basically we are your one stop shop destination for all things American Football.

Football 2 the MAX airs live on Spreaker.com and then is available immediately on-demand via I-Tunes, Stitcher, Tune-In Radio, Youtube (Via W2M Network Channel), Google Play, Podbean (Via LAST WORD RADIO) and wherever else there are podcasts.

You can follow the guys on twitter @W2MSean, @W2MGary, @squidsportshead or the entire network @W2MNetwork. If you enjoy the show, like our W2M Network Facebook Page and the W2Mnet Instagram as well.

Hosted by

Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan, Erik Watkins

Produced by Gary Vaughan Jr. & Sean Garmer

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Football 2 the MAX have?

Football 2 the MAX has 281 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 22, 2018.

What is Football 2 the MAX about?

Football 2 the MAX is the official NFL podcast of W2Mnet.com that focuses on what’s going on every week in the NFL. We have two shows each week, one on Sunday nights discussing everything that happened that week and we also do a Thursday night show after TNF, previewing the upcoming week as well....

How often does Football 2 the MAX release new episodes?

Football 2 the MAX publishes weekly, based on its 281 episodes since August 2013.

Who hosts Football 2 the MAX?

Football 2 the MAX is created and hosted by Sean Garmer, Gary Vaughan, Erik Watkins.
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