Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews

Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews

John Clark sits down and interviews the biggest names in Philadelphia sports.

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December 4, 2025 46 mins

We have a bonus edition of the Takeoff Podcast with John Clark. First, Jason Avant lays out his concerns about the Eagles defense, and the chances the Cowboys catch the Eagles in the NFC East. John's then joined by Penn Men's Basketball head coach, Fran McCaffery, to chat about this weekend's Big 5 Classic at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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NFL Matchup Executive Producer and Analyst and NFL Films Senior Producer Greg Cosell joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to share his thoughts on what's wrong with the Eagles' offense, whether or not they can improve, and if they can win the Super Bowl playing the way they have this season.

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John Clark catches up with Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith on the latest Takeoff Podcast to discuss the frustrations with the Eagles offense, Smitty's chase to becoming a Pro Bowler, and dental care with Oral-B.

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Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the defense coming together at the right time, playing with several of his Georgia teammates and friends, how ballet helped him as an athlete and why he's giving back to the people of Philadelphia.

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Hall of Fame head coach and NBC's Football Night in America analyst, Tony Dungy joins John Clark on the latest Takeoff Podcast to share his thoughts on the A.J. Brown situation and gets you set for a crucial matchup on Sunday night.

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Coming off the Eagles win over the Packers on Monday Night Football, John Clark, from the airport, catches up with ESPN Senior NFL Insider, Adam Schefter to discuss the Eagles being the best team in the NFL, Howie Roseman's greatness, and much more.

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ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to preview the Eagles vs. Packers game on Monday Night Football, discuss where things stand for the Eagles on offense and defense coming out of the bye, what Jaelan Phillips brings to the team and why Jalen Hurts is entering the MVP conversation.

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00:00 - Emmanuel Acho
00:57 - Eagles trade John Metchie III to Jets for CB Michael Carter II
11:08 - Jihaad Campbell
15:28 - Brandon Graham is back
18:06 - Eagles vs. Packers
20:36 - Eagles offense transformation
23:14 - Jalen Hurts making adjustments
25:06 - What's going on with A.J Brown?

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0:00 - How hungry is Eagles defense to get rematch against Giants?
6:45 - Despite success, Jalen doesn't like being under center
12:28 - BG is back, what's his expectation
17:56 - Should Eagles look to trade for a corner or a pass rusher?
22:18 - Is there legitimately something brewing behind doors with the Eagles?
27:49 - If Eagles were to win the Super Bowl, what's going to lead the way... the offense or defense?

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John Clark caught up with Saquon Barkley and his mom, Tonya, on the latest Takeoff Podcast to discuss his upcoming First Annual Hurdles for Hope Gala (details below) and the improvements the Eagles have made offensively amidst their two-game losing streak. #Eagles 0:00 - How the Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation "Hurdles for Hope Gala" got started 5:08 - What motivates Saquon to be great? 8:20 - What's the coolest part ...
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Larry Bowa joins Takeoff with John Clark to discuss the Phillies falling into an 0-2 hole in the NLDS, the decisions Rob Thomson made in the 9th inning of Game 2 and Aaron Nola starting Game 3 against the Dodgers.

0:00 - Larry Bowa
0:27 - Vibes around the team
2:09 - Need to put the ball in play
4:10 - Pressure playing at Citizens Bank Park?
6:04 - Trying too hard to hit home runs
8:04 - Phillies playing with house money down 0-2
9:35 - A...

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00:00 - Jerry Hairston jr.
00:48 - Who do you think has the advantage in this Phillies-Dodgers series?
01:50 - Dodgers' bullpen is still an issue?
03:46 - Shohei Ohtani ready?
05:16 - Phillies hitters
07:18 - Fans at CBP
08:33 - Better bullpen?
08:53 - Lineup?
10:50 - Rotation?
11:50 - Phillies have the confidence
14:27 - Can the Dodgers repeat?
17:07 - Phillies gotta get it done
18:15 - Whoever wins going to the World Series?
19:57 - Dodgers f...

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24-time PGA Tour winner Gary Player joins John Clark to discuss returning to the site of his 1962 PGA Championship win at Aronimink Golf Club and his thoughts on Philadelphia area golf as well as to play a few holes on the latest Takeoff podcast.

0:00 - Gary Player
0:50 - Returning to Aronimink Golf Club
4:58 - Lessons learned from a life in golf
8:14 - Golfing in the Philadelphia area
13:27 - Are Philadelphia golf fans different?
16:58 ...

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00:00 - Brandon Marsh
01:07 - His turnaround in 2025
3:28 - Acquisition of Harrison Bader
07:28 - What makes this Phillies team special
10:35 - Ready for Red October
13:45 - Thoughts on Nick Castellanos

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0:00 - Ray Didinger.
1:21 - Eagles' 2-0 start
3:00 - Can they repeat?
4:56 - Tough matchup against the Rams
12:50 - conservative passing game
18:25 - New play, "Spinner," which opens today
23:05 - Most talented team in the NFL

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ESPN National Correspondent Sal Paolantonio joins John Clark to discuss the preview Eagles vs Chiefs in Week 2 of the NFL season, the importance of Jalen Carter, and which teams pose the biggest threats to the Eagles in the NFC.

0:00 - Sal Paolantonio
1:01 - Why did the Eagles trade for Tank Bigsby?
2:34 - Eagles vs Chiefs
5:15 - Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley as dual rushing threats
8:32 - Potential for an Eagles' dynasty
11:24 - Secon...

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This week on the Takeoff podcast, John Clark sits down with former Eagle and Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles to discuss the challenges of trying to repeat, Jalen Hurts, and stories about the Philly Special.

0:00 - Nick Foles
0:39 - Extra pressure after winning a Super Bowl
2:17 - Potential to repeat
3:33 - Another huge season for Saquon Barkley?
4:43 - Spreading the football around
6:18 - Challenges of trying to repeat
7:15 - Ranking Jalen ...

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00:00 - Cris Collinsworth
00:35 - Eagles vs. Cowboys
02:07 - NFC East
04:21 - Eagles Dynasty
06:15 - Eagles Defense
08:48 - Makefield Putters
09:44 - Saquon Barkley
14:40 - Jalen Hurts
17:48 - Learning from Peyton Manning

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Two-time Super Bowl Champion and Eagles' legend Brandon Graham joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the Eagles' defensive line and where he'll be watching the season-opener against the Cowboys.

0:00 - Brandon Graham
0:29 - Excited to get the season started
1:08 - Still at the Novacare complex
1:38 - Staying hungry after winning the Super Bowl
2:27 - Getting this young defense together
3:58 - Jordan Dav...

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Eagles' cornerback Cooper DeJean joins John Clark on the latest episode of the Takeoff podcast to discuss the Eagles' rivalry with the Cowboys, his growing confidence heading into his second season and how he's staying grounded after winning Super Bowl LIX.

0:00 - Cooper DeJean
0:26 - Excited to start a new season
0:51 - First taste of Eagles vs Cowboys rivalry
2:04 - Covering CeeDee Lamb
2:50 - Moving on from Super Bowl LIX
4:06 - Trash...

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