PFT Live with Mike Florio

(00:30) Report: Eagles "not particularly close" on A.J. Brown deal (21:45) Vikings hire Nolan Teasley as General Manager (32:40) Report: Giants will work out WRs Odell Beckham Jr, Braxton Berrios, Juju Smith-Schuster and Anthony Miller on Monday (41:00) Illinois House of Representatives adjourns without voting on Bears stadium proposal (48:10) Texas Judge to rule on Brendan Sorsby's injunction to regain NCAA eligibility (54:20) Simms’ QB Countdown reaches Top 10  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(16:40) Giants QB Jaxson Dart on Trump appearance: “This was a unique opportunity… being asked and given the opportunity to introduce the President of the United States, you know, my thinking was pretty simple. And the fact of, you know, I’ve always loved this country.” (26:00) Giants LB Abdul Carter on Dart's Trump appearance: "I don’t want him to say he’s sorry. Like, stand on what you believe in, but it can’t be a problem when I stand on what I believe in.” (38:05) Giants HC John Harbaugh on the fallout from Dart's Trump appearance: “It was really a good opportunity for us as a football team to have these kind of conversations around a real-life incident.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Florio deep dives Brian Flores' case vs the NFL, explaining how we got to this point and what the next steps will be. (1:00) Background  (4:40) The arbitration fight (13:35) The Claims (23:10) The discovery process  (32:35) Where does it go from here: summary judgement, settlement, trial?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) 104 days until NFL regular season opener: Patriots at Seahawks - September 9, 8PM, NBC/Peacock (05:00) Pats QB Drake Maye on facing Seahawks in Week 1: “I think it’s a chance for us to get some extra motivation during training camp… a chance to get an opponent that left a bad taste in our mouth.” (14:30) Rams QB Matthew Stafford on future with team: “Listen, I’m not 25 years old… So we’re doing everything we can to be as good a football team as we can for now, for the future, for all of it.”  (27:10) Bears HC Ben Johnson on improvement of WR Luther Burden: “I’m buying Luther Burden stock right now,” Johnson said. “Just how he’s approached his offseason. It’s been electric.” (35:00) Report: Eagles “not particularly close” on A.J. Brown deal (42:00) Eagles RB Saquon Barkley on his relationship with WR A.J. Brown: “It's gonna be a hard time for me to say anything bad about A.J. Brown. I'm a big fan… One of my favorite teammates I've ever been around.” (45:00) Texans HC DeMeco Ryans on DE Will Anderson: “Will continues to wreck practice. I'm probably going to have to sit him out here soon because we have to be able to actually practice.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(14:06) Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on his progress after ACL injury: “The goal at the end — the very far end — is to be ready and able to go out there and play with the guys Week 1 at Arrowhead." (20:45) Chiefs HC Andy Reid on Patrick Mahomes: “He’s busted his tail to put himself in this position. Most guys wouldn’t be able to do this. But he’s put himself in that position.” (42:45) Andy Reid on WR Rashee Rice: “Life lessons are important. But we're all given chances to learn, and he's in that position now." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Ravens QB Lamar Jackson on the vibe on the team: “I can say it’s a breath of fresh air because everything is just new.”  (05:00) Lamar Jackson on his reaction when he found out John Harbaugh was let go: “Hats off to Coach Harbaugh because he did so much for the city, for the team and for this organization…We built a lot. We did a lot here.”  (09:30) Lamar Jackson on new contract/future in Baltimore: “I love the Ravens. I love this organization…The restructure is done, and I’m cool with that, but I love Baltimore. Everybody should know that by now.”  (32:00) Report: Giants QB Jaxson Dart addressed teammates about introducing President Trump at campaign rally last week (39:45) Vikings QB JJ McCarthy on the teams decision to bring in Kyler Murray: “Look, the organization made a decision that they feel is going to improve the depth and the quality of the room. All I’m thinking about is continuing the upward trajectory that I set for myself last season.” (44:00) Packers RB Josh Jacobs released from jail as authorities continue to investigate domestic violence allegationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(16:32) Pats HC Mike Vrabel on handling distractions: “We all have to deal with things outside of here. And my focus and, obviously, the excitement I have for coaching is what is most important right now.” (36:02) Mike Vrabel on potentially adding to WR room: “We want to continue to improve the roster every opportunity that we get. When those opportunities arise, I don’t know.” (42:00) Eagles QB Jalen Hurts on potential A.J. Brown trade: “There’s an ‘if’ - obviously been a lingering thing, but nothing can replace all the greatness that we achieved together.”  (52:00) How does A.J. Brown fit in with the Patriots offense?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Supreme Court denies NFL appeal, allows Brian Flores lawsuit to proceed (22:00) Texans, WR Nico Collins agree to revised contract (27:00) Chargers, S Derwin James agree to 3-year, $75.6M extension (34:45) Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes practices during Chiefs OTAs; Favorite to win Comeback Player of the Year Award (+160) (39:45) NCAA denies Brendan Sorsby’s request for reinstatement for 2026 season (44:30) Falcons DE James Pearce agrees to 1-year pre-trial intervention program stemming from domestic violence incident (47:00) Happy 29th Birthday, Daniel Jones!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(20:00) Packers RB Josh Jacobs arrested after a domestic disturbance complaint (51:00) Expectations for Packers QB Jordan Love in 2026?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) 18-game season unlikely for 2027 season (12:50) Jason Kelce expresses concern NFL is getting away from Sunday games (26:20) Rams, QB Matthew Stafford agree to 1-year extension (29:00) Rams rookie QB Ty Simpson: “The Rams took me with the 13th overall pick, so now it’s my job to be the best player I can be." (33:00) Ravens 2026 win odds: 11.5 (tied with Rams for highest total) (39:05) Ravens RB Derrick Henry: “Change can be good. We're all excited for everything.” (42:10) Giants wrap up 3rd OTA session (46:15) Simms’ Annual Quarterback countdown continuesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(28:19) Giants QB Jaxson Dart introduces President Trump at campaign rally in New York (46:00) Giants LB Abdul Carter responds to Dart’s appearance on social mediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Giants sign GM Joe Schoen to contract extension (22:45) Seahawks QB Sam Darnold discusses Vikings decision not to re-sign him during 2025 free agency (32:00) UNC HC Bill Belichick conducts 2 lengthy podcast interviews this week (46:15) Hall of Fame RB Marshall Faulk criticizes racial disparity in college and pro jobs (51:45) Lions, LB Jack Campbell agree to 4-year extension (53:30) Bears say they’ve “exhausted every opportunity to stay in Chicago”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(19:35) Rams, QB Matthew Stafford agree to 1-year extensionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Joe Burrow on DE Trey Hendrickson signing with Ravens: “Not very surprising… I know Trey. I love Trey and I just know how he operates.” (07:00) Joe Burrow: “There's no secret that the last several years didn't go the way we wanted to and there's a lot of blame to go around for that, myself included.” (09:30)  Joe Burrow: “I think this is the most talented roster that we've had since I've been here.” (19:30) Happy 30th Birthday, Josh Allen! (40:00)  Browns HC Todd Monken on when he'd like to name a starting QB: “You’d love to have it at every position at the end of spring, but you can’t guarantee that. We’ll have it set for Jacksonville.”  (47:15) Todd Monken on Watson and Sanders: “Deshaun's athleticism shows up… it's exciting to see -- it's a weapon for him. It's one of his superpowers, his athleticism... I think Shedeur’s come miles, in terms of his progressions, getting the ball out, his understanding of concepts. I think he’s really, really come a long way.” (48:33) Eagles LB Nolan Smith arrested in Georgia for allegedly driving 135mph in a 70mph zone (52:34) FIFA begins transforming NFL fields for World Cup play with natural grass  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(22:00) Rodgers on if 2026 will be his final year: “This is it.” (32:50) Aaron Rodgers: “I encouraged [GM Omar Khan]...to interview Mike [McCarthy]…When it became more serious, I was thinking, ‘Wow, that’d be a really interesting thought to come back and play with Mike.’”  (40:00) Aaron Rodgers on mentoring Steelers young QBs: “It’s not in my job description, but it’s a great opportunity, for sure.”   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Chiefs WR Rashee Rice violates parole, ordered to jail (12:15) Bills WR Keon Coleman on Terry Pegula's comments: "Words are one thing, actions are another. It's a blessing to come out here to compete" (18:30) Keon Coleman on Year 3: "It's time to put it all together... At the end of the day, my job is to come out here... & prove my worth" (25:45) Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. on how his knee feels: “I feel really good… as long as nobody falls into my leg … I feel like I'm right where I need to be."  (27:40) Michael Penix Jr.: "I'm running my own race. I can't look into another lane. At the same time, we are working together. That's what it's all about." (34:00) SImms’ QB Countdown: #37 - #33  (42:40) Report: Brian Flores will amend discrimination lawsuit to include retaliation claim (47:20) NFL owners approve playing up to 10 international games beyond 2026 seasonsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(25:30) Chargers QB Justin Herbert misses 2nd voluntary Phase 2 practice (41:30) Ravens begin voluntary OTAs; QB Lamar Jackson did not attend first day (50:15) Ravens HC Jesse Minter: “Lamar’s been one of our leaders of the offseason program. Couple of things going on yesterday and today, do expect him to be back soon.”  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby sues NCAA over eligibility (04:30) Supplemental Draft could be an option for Brendan Sorsby (17:32) Giants HC John Harbaugh: “If tomorrow’s practice is the way it’s supposed to be, that’ll be one more step in the direction of being a good enough football team to kick the Cowboys’ ass.”  (21:35) Giants RB Cam Skattebo: “I’m a little ways out. Not too far, but I’ll be ready to go. Week 1, I’ll be ready to go.”  (23:00) Giants will celebrate 40th anniversary of their first Super Bowl on October 4 (27:47) Simms 2026 QB Countdown #43 - #38 (32:30) NFL Owners are expected to vote on adding 2 additional international games for 2027See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(11:00) NBA Western Conference Finals Talk (35:52) Aaron Rodgers participates in first day of Steelers OTAs (44:35) Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr.: "Even in the first day, he made a couple of great throws, and I was like, wow, I'm really playing with Aaron.” (53:30) Michael Pittman Jr.: “He's just a vet, just like a super vet quarterback…if you're not doing what you're supposed to do, he's going to let you know, which is good.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Report: NFL Owners are expected to name Nashville as host for Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 (16:35) Deion Sanders discusses son Shedeur’s rookie season on The Barbershop podcast  (40:20) Eli Manning on meeting with the Chargers before the 2004 Draft: “I just didn't feel like they were the most committed team to winning at the time.” (47:30) PFT Trivia: Which teams did Eli Manning never beat? (50:20) Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence reveals he did not cut his hair during Jaguars schedule release videoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:50) Steelers sign QB Aaron Rodgers to 1-year contractSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(06:00) Rams 2026 Schedule (11:30) 49ers 2026 Schedule (16:00) Cardinals 2026 Schedule (21:35) Bears 2026 Schedule (24:30) Packers 2026 Schedule (28:25) Report: Packers DE Micah Parsons (ACL) may start season on PUP list (30:45) Lions 2026 Schedule (33:50) 2026 Sunday Night Football Matchups (43:45) 2026 Reunion & Revenge Games (51:50) 9 playoff rematches from 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(01:00) Full 2026 NFL Schedule Released (18:50) Patriots 2026 Schedule (29:30) Seahawks 2026 Schedule (30:51) Broncos 2026 ScheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Packers will visit Rams for first-ever Thanksgiving Eve game (09:30) Netflix to stream 5 regular season games & NFL Honors in 2026 (17:00) Florida attorney general issues subpoena to NFL over Rooney Rule (29:00) Dolphins, RB De’Von Achane agree to 4-year, $64M extension (37:50) Shemar Stewart gave #97 to Dexter Lawrence for a “reasonable” price (40:30) Giants LB Brian Burns on the defense without Dexter Lawrence: I’m kinda looking at this as my defense now (43:42) Season 3 of “Quarterback” will feature Cam Ward, Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield and Joe FlaccoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(10:00) NFL announces 9 international games for 2026 (39:00) PFT Live Draft: International game you’d most want to go to in 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(10:00) Patriots players ponder A.J. Brown addition (13:10) Patriots S Kevin Byard III: “Obviously, A.J.’s very talented still. But young A.J. had a lot to prove and couldn’t be covered in one-on-ones.”  (17:30) Patriots WR Romeo Doubs: “I was true to my word when I came here that there is no No. 1 guy in this offense…Whatever it is I have to do…I’m open to all roles.” (31:38) New York Jets RB Breece Hall addresses media for first time since signing 3-year extension (41:30) Bengals-Falcons will play in Madrid: Week 9 (November 8th) (46:30) Report: Steelers-Saints will play Week 7 in Paris (October 25th); NFL will release full slate of International games this morning (50:00) NFLPA Executive Director JC Tretter: “"What we want is good grass fields. Good, solid fields…  if you ask every player that we polled, 92% say they want grass over turf.” (51:20) FIFA World Cup begins in 29 days; NFLPA issues statement on social media about playing surfaces at NFL stadiums being used for World Cup games (53:45) Happy 23rd birthday Giants QB Jaxson DartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(19:44) Report: Cowboys WR George Pickens not present for Monday’s voluntary workout sessionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(01:18) Broncos HC Sean Payton updates QB Bo Nix’s recovery  (16:32) Steelers sign K Chris Boswell to 4-year extension (22:16) Report: Steelers, QB Aaron Rodgers did not meet over the weekend in Pittsburgh (29:07) RB Adrian Peterson will be inducted into Vikings Ring of Honor (38:00) Former Broncos, Cowboys, Giants QB Craig Morton passes away at 83See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:48) Full 2026 NFL Schedule release - Thursday, 8pm  (37:40) Cowboys will host Eagles on Thanksgiving (Week 13, 4:25PM, FOX) (41:37) SNF Opener: Cowboys at Giants, Sunday September 13 (48:30) MNF Opener: Broncos vs Chiefs, Monday September 14 (50:50) Bills open new stadium in Week 2 on TNF vs LionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) SNF Opener: Cowboys at Giants, Sunday September 13 (07:15) Full NFL Schedule will be released Thursday May 14 (11:00) Mike McDaniel meets with media for first time since introductory press conference as Chargers Offensive Coordinator (16:00) Report: Chargers sign TE David Njoku to 1-year contract (26:00) Mike McDaniel on Herbert: “For him to own the position in a way he never has and ultimately for it to be obvious to everyone around, he’s playing the best football of his career.”   (31:40) Jets sign RB Breece Hall to 3-year extension (35:00) Cardinals sign RB Jeremiyah Love to 4-year, $53M contract (41:20) TRIVIA: Eric Dickerson has the most rushing yards by a rookie (1,808). Name the other RBs in the top 10 rookie rushing leaders who are in the Pro Football Hall Of Fame  (49:15)  NFL, NFL Referees Association agree to new 7-year collective bargaining agreement (54:25) Giants HC John Harbaugh discusses possible reunion with former Giants WR Odell Beckham. Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(21:00) Aaron Rodgers visits Pittsburgh, no update on playing status for 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(2:00) Mike Vrabel & Dianna Russini on a boat together in 2021 (25:38) Former UNC QB Gio Lopez Critical of Coach Bill Belichick (36:38) Jauan Jennings agrees to a 1-year deal with the Vikings (43:10) New CBA between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association (49:30) NFL announces via email that the 2026 schedule is almost hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(22:18) Aaron Rodgers to "visit" Pittsburgh, expected to sign a dealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:40) Frank Reich on being the Jets' new OC (12:30) Russell Wilson on deciding between TV offers and NFL offers (21:10) Bucs GM Jason Licht on the Max Crosby trade  (33:34) Emeka Egbuka on Post Mike Evans Buccaneers  (41:57) Alijah Vera-Tucker on Vrabel scandal  (48:06) Stefon Diggs' case remains under review by the NFLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(03:56) Chris Simms London Slideshow (24:49) Chiefs GM Brett Veach on Travis Kelce coming back for another season (39:53) Debunking Aaron Rodgers Cardinals rumors & Steelers patience running thin with RodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30)  Bengals QB Joe Burrow discusses Bengals offseason in interview with Vanity Fair (12:50) Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones: “The decision we made was that one player is not worth four or five good ones, and we feel like that’s where we’re going to end up here in a good spot.” (26:53) Patriots owner Robert Kraft expresses “hope” next labor agreement expands NFL season to 18 games (32:45) Giants sign DT D.J. Reader to 2 year, $12.5M contract; Seahawks sign EDGE Dante Fowler to 1-year, $5M contractSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(13:52) Stefon Diggs found not guilty of assault, strangulation (42:00) Report: NFL, NFL Referees Association have progressed in contract negotiations; NFLRA has scheduled a ratification voteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Matt Ryan: “I never went through an ACL, but there’s certain milestones that you’ve got to hit… Mike’s in a good spot right now.” (07:00) Falcons President of Football Matt Ryan on Falcons QB competition: “We don't really know what to expect at the beginning of training camp.” (14:45) Kenneth Walker on leaving SEA for KC: “It’s an appreciation thing.. I’ll feel like I’m definitely getting the ball a lot and making plays.”  (29:00) Packers sign QB Tyrod Taylor, release QB Desmond Ridder (34:45) Colts QB Anthony Richardson reported to voluntary workouts despite offseason trade request (42:45) Cowboys 2026 Draft: 5 of 7 picks used on defense (47:20) Stefon Diggs’ assault trial began Monday (57:25) Bengals QB Joe Burrow, Vikings WR Justin Jefferson attend 2026 Met GalaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(01:00) Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter Gerry Dulac suggests Steelers “patience is running thin” regarding QB Aaron RodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(03:38) Steelers WR DK. Metcalf cleared of charges  (17:40) George Pickens Signs Franchise Tender (31:03) Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby entering a Gambling Addiction Program (43:37) 9 Players had their 5th-year options declined  (48:44) Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is not interested in the Seahawks, and the Vikings are NOT for sale (54:30) Best-selling Rookie Jerseys list, S Caleb Downs leads the packSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(15:03) Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium far from hosting a Super Bowl (18:30) Raiders wrapping up Rookie Minicamp (40:30) Coach Andy Reid comments on the Mahomes injurySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:54) Drake Maye Comments on the Mike Vrabel Scandal  (25:59) Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, considering a bid to own the Seahawks  (32:03) Browns break news on new stadium  (41:38) Minnesota, the "Clear Favorite" to host the 2028 NFL Draft (46:05) Calais Campbell signs a 1-year dealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(14:10) Tom Brady and his approach to the Raiders day-to-daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1:30) Mike Vrabel returning to the team Monday after missing day 3 of the draft  (25:40) Rob Gronkowski elected to the Patriots Hall of Fame (33:30) George Pickens accepts the Franchise Tag (39:40) Steelers place UFA Tender on Aaron Rodgers (50:47) Rookies who can make the biggest impact in 2026 (57:00) Justin Simmons retires as a BroncoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(5:19) Friday is the deadline for teams to exercise a 5th-year option for 2023 draft picks  (40:34) Colts GM Chris Ballard talking about trade talk for Anthony RichardsonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Mike Vrabel returned to the building, and Hunter Henry/ Robert Spillane comment about it  (26:40) Giants and Saints engaging in trade talks for DE Kayvon Thibodeaux (32:00) Giants' selection of Arvell Reese + Chiefs trading up (39:15) Titans President Chad Brinker Resigning  (41:42) Titans Drafting Carnell Tate + Comments from Dave Ziegler  (48: 49) Ohio State Receiver Trivia (53:00) Russell Wilson working out with the Jets   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(5:00) Are Movie Theaters a dying industry? (19:10) Steelers Place the UFA Tender on Aaron Rodgers  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(03:00) Report: WR George Pickens has yet to sign franchise tender (17:21) Former Eagles OL Coach Jeff Stoutland: “I think anytime things don’t go well… it’s execution, it’s calling the right plays at the right time, and not running bad plays into bad defenses.” (30:07) Buccaneers GM Jason Licht on drafting EDGE Rueben Bain Jr.: “A lot of times we say surprises suck, but this surprise did not suck.” (34:30) Rueben Bain: “My motivation is myself. I always want to be the best player on the field no matter what. No outside factor is going to kind of weigh into that.” (44:12) Bills GM Brandon Beane on WR Keon Coleman: “We’ve hit the reset button with him and hopefully the fanbase and everyone is behind him. I think his best year is yet to come here in 2026.” (51:22) Patriots HC Mike Vrabel returned to Patriots Monday (55:32) Texas QB Arch Manning early favorite to be #1 pick in 2027 NFL DraftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(16:50) Rams QB Ty Simpson reveals “secret meeting” with HC Sean McVay before NFL DraftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.