The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL

Is this real?

Sep 24, 2026 · 57m

Summary

Robert Mays and Bill Barnwell discuss whether early-season performances are sustainable, starting with Bryce Young’s impressive start for the Panthers and the Bengals’ improved defensive front. They also analyze the Green Bay Packers’ struggles, noting how offensive line injuries and a lack of depth have exposed significant weaknesses in their system. The conversation highlights how personnel changes and coaching adjustments are impacting team dynamics, with Barnwell expressing cautious optimism about Young’s potential while remaining skeptical about the Packers’ ability to recover from the…

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Perk, Kixie, and Granger Introduction and show format Week 2 reactions and team updates Is Bryce Young's emergence real? Panthers offensive line and play-calling changes Bengals defense improvement and weaknesses Discussion on NFL personnel trends Sponsor: Quince fall sweaters Sponsor: Perk travel and spend Packers offensive line and run game struggles Chargers offense and Justin Herbert analysis Justin Herbert's ceiling and consistency Sponsors: Fair and Keeper Sponsor: Whatnot marketplace Bills offense and Josh Allen's potential Closing remarks and next episode preview Sponsor: Perk travel and spend Sponsor: Charles Schwab
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