NFL: The Insiders

NFL: The Insiders

Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and other Insiders break NFL news about each team as it happens on The Insiders. Stay connected in real time with the most impactful stories in football from the game’s most trusted sources.

Episodes

March 26, 2025 42 mins

NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo dive into Russell Wilson's decision to sign with the New York Giants, the Minnesota Vikings keeping the door open for Aaron Rodgers, and the NFL Competition Committee’s proposed rule changes. Jane Slater joins to debunk rumors surrounding a potential Dak Prescott trade from Dallas. Stacey Dales reports from Ohio State's Pro Day and interviews standout WR Eme...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista bring you breaking news: Russell Wilson has signed a one-year deal with the New York Giants, worth up to $21 million! They discuss how the deal came together and what it means for the team. Brian Baldinger and Bucky Brooks join the show to break down what to expect from the Giants' offense with Wilson at the helm, as well as how the move impacts the possibility of Aaron Rodgers j...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo discuss the biggest stories from around the NFL, including potential number one pick and top quarterback prospect Cam Ward working out at Miami’s pro day. Brian Baldinger and Cam Wolfe sit down with Cam Ward following his workout. Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer joins the Insiders to discuss several Crimson Tide prospects including quarterback Jalen Milroe.&...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo discuss the biggest stories from around the NFL including Aaron Rodgers meeting with Steelers today and how this impacts Russell Wilson. Plus, Justin Fields discusses his signing with the Jets; defensive tackle Milton Williams talks signing a $100 million dollar contract with the Patriots; prospect Jayden Higgins discusses his path to the draft; and Jeff Chadiha g...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Mike Garafolo discuss Deebo Samuel’s reasoning for joining the Commanders in free agency and provide updates on the top remaining free agents. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders and his son, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, join Bucky Brooks to talk about the upcoming NFL Draft and what teams can expect if they select Shedeur. Omar Ruiz sits down with Judy to explore Clint Kub...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo share insight into the Vikings’ commitment to J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback and what it means for Aaron Rodgers’ pending decision. The team analyzes rule proposals submitted by NFL teams and speaks with UCLA LB Carson Schwesinger about his preparation for the NFL Draft. The Insiders also provide an update on contract extension discussions ...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo join forces to deliver the biggest football headlines of the day. At the top of the show, Brian Baldinger taps in to discuss the Steelers' QB situation and Eagles legend Brandon Graham's retirement. Then, Cooper Kupp, the Seahawks' newly signed wide receiver, joins the Insiders. On the flipside, Stacey Dales, Baldy and Michael F. Florio offer analysis from across t...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, and Ian Rapoport discuss the biggest stories from around the NFL including the Bengals signing wide receivers Jamarr Chase & Tee Higgins to contract extensions, Jameis Winston scheduling a meeting with the Giants, and the latest on Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. Quarterback Cooper Rush signs with the Ravens, leaving Dak Prescott without a backup. The Texans are signing corne...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, and Ian Rapoport discuss the biggest news from around the NFL, including Super Bowl Champion WR Cooper Kupp returning home to Washington after signing a deal with the Seahawks and the Bengals working on new deals for wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase & Tee Higgins. Plus, inside the drama between the Seahawks new pass rusher Demarcus Lawrence and his former Cowboys teammate Mic...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo discuss the biggest stories from around the NFL including Russell Wilson meeting with Browns and his scheduled visit with the Giants on Friday. Plus, the latest on Aaron Rodgers' future after the Steelers signed Mason Rudolph to a 2-year contract. New Seahawks QB Sam Darnold joins the Insiders after being introduced in Seattle. Jane Slater reports on ...

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Patrick Claybon joins NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo to kick off the new league year by breaking down the likely landing spots for Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Cooper Kupp and more! Cam Wolfe stops by to discuss Josh Allen becoming the highest-paid QB and how the Bills defense will evolve with their recent additions. Then, Jane Slater and Bucky Brooks check in to break down how t...

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NFL Network has all hands on deck for the Insiders in the first week of free agency. Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista and Mike Garafolo start the two-hour special on QBs — analyzing the quarterback situations for the Colts, Giants and Steelers. Then, Mike and Sara Walsh interview WR Chris Godwin, who recently signed a three-year deal with Tampa Bay. Patrick Claybon, Bucky Brooks and Brian Baldinger join in on the fu...

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Patrick Claybon and the Insiders deliver the second hour of their namesake show. Jane Slater joins the show with commentary on the Dallas offseason. Bucky Brooks and Brian Baldinger bring analysis of the Vikings after Minnesota lands some key free agents. Jeff Chadiha joins with his winners and loser of free agency so far & Michael F. Florio brings a fantasy take on free agency....

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Patrick Claybon joins NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport for a 2-hour free agency special edition. The Insiders report on all the free agency news following the opening of the negotiating window. Plus team reports on the Chiefs, Cowboys, Buccaneers, Bears, Vikings, Rams, Seahawks, and Bills. Brian Baldinger analyzes free agent moves including the Seahawks signing QB Sam Darnold, t...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, and Ian Rapoport break the news that the Seahawks are trading quarterback Geno Smith to the Raiders. Adam Rank joins to put a fantasy spin on the Geno Smith trade, while Brian Baldinger & Steve Wyche discuss the trade requests made by pass rushers Myles Garrett & Trey Hendrickson. Plus, edge prospect James Pearce Jr. joins the show to discuss his path to the draft...

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NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport bring you all of the latest offseason news including the Bengals granting DE Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade and the Chargers releasing DE Joey Bosa after 9 seasons. The trio also discuss potential landing spots for former Jets QB Aaron Rodgers and Rams WR Cooper Kupp! Jane Slater joins the Insiders to break down the Cowboys' restructuring the contracts ...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista and Ian Rapoport bring you all of the latest news on a wild day of offseason moves including the Raiders making DE Maxx Crosby the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The trio discusses the most likely landing spots for Seahawks WR DK Metcalf and the Chiefs' decision to trade All-Pro guard Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears. South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori joins the show ...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Judy Battista, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo join forces to deliver the biggest football headlines of the day. The quartet discusses Sam Darnold’s future coming off of the news that he will not be franchise tagged by the Minnesota Vikings. The Insiders also acknowledge the historic contract extension that Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley landed on Tuesday. Then, Brian Baldinger joins ...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo, and Judy Battista report on the biggest news of the day including the Bengals using the franchise tag on wide receiver Tee Higgins; the Vikings contract talks with Sam Darnold; and the 49ers trading Deebo Samuel. Plus Brian Baldinger breaks down his most impressive prospect groups from the Combine, Omar Ruiz reports on the 49ers and Raiders, and Cam Wolfe reports on the Titans...

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NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo and Judy Battista report live from the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine and bring you all of the latest news from around the league including where Matthew Stafford may play in 2025, what the 49ers plan to do with two of their biggest stars and significant rule changes that could be coming to the league! The Insiders sit down for 1-on-1 interviews with Lions GM Brett Holmes, ...

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