NFL: The Insiders

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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.

  • 28 minutes 32 seconds
    The Insiders Podcast, Part 1: Bears Statement Win and the NFC Playoff Picture

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, Judy Battista, and Stacey Dales react to the Bears beating the Packers to take control of the NFC North while the Lions failed to finish off a come-from-behind win against the Steelers and fall further out of the NFC playoff picture. 

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    22 December 2025, 9:59 pm
  • 19 minutes 58 seconds
    The Insiders Podcast, Part 2: Jaguars Beat Broncos, Lamar's Injury and the AFC Playoff Picture

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport and Judy Battista, give you an update on the status of Lamar Jackson heading into this weekend's game, react to the Jaguars dominating the Broncos, the Chargers handling the Cowboys and take a look at the AFC playoff picture as a whole. 

     

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    22 December 2025, 9:58 pm
  • 40 minutes 42 seconds
    The Insiders: Breaking Down Seahawks Victory over Rams, Week 16 Matchups, and Fantasy Help from Adam Rank

    NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport, along with Omar Ruiz, break down the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Seahawks and Rams. Stacey Dales reports on the Packers Bears matchup, Sara Walsh reports on the Buccaneers Panthers, and Omar Ruiz reports on the 49ers Colts. Lions defensive tackle D.J. Reader joins the show ahead of their Week 16 matchup against the Steelers and discusses his Walter Payton Man of the Year nomination. Adam Rank delivers his Fantasy Godfather segment for Week 16.

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    20 December 2025, 1:36 am
  • 42 minutes 42 seconds
    The Insiders: Tua Benched, Race for the AFC South, and Garrett Bolles Joins the Show!

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport, and Judy Battista welcome Broncos OT and Walter Payton Man of the Year Nominee Garett Bolles to the show. Cam Wolfe joins Insiders to break down what’s next for Tua Tagovailoa and Dolphins after his benching for remainder of season. Then Brian Baldinger breaks down Chargers Safety Derwin James Jr., before Bucky Brooks analyzes the race for AFC South division.

    Finally, Marcas Grant delivers his Week 16 playoff fantasy sleepers.

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    18 December 2025, 2:07 am
  • 41 minutes 9 seconds
    The Insiders: Steeler's Dominate on MNF, Tua’s Future in Miami, & Playoff Picture Surprises

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Mike Garafolo & Judy Battista are joined by Brian Baldinger and Marc Ross to analyze the Steelers’ win over the Dolphins on MNF. Insiders discuss what’s next for Tua Tagovailoa and his future in Miami. Jeff Chadiha provides his Week 15 winners and losers, while Judy Battista reveals the biggest surprises shaping the playoff picture. Plus, a look at all the Week 16 clinching scenarios, and Michael F. Florio with his Week 16 fantasy playoff waiver-wire targets.

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    17 December 2025, 1:37 am
  • 20 minutes 59 seconds
    The Insiders Podcast, Part 2: Eagles Dominate Raiders, Saints Stun Panthers, and the Race for the #1 Overall Pick

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, and Judy Battista question whether the Eagles offense can maintain the good form it showed against the Raiders, before discussing the race to the bottom for the league’s worst teams.

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    16 December 2025, 1:39 am
  • 26 minutes 57 seconds
    The Insiders Podcast, Part 1: Patrick Mahomes Injury Fallout, Bills Big Comeback, and Bengals Go out With a Whimper

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapaport, and Judy Battista discuss what the devastating losses of Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons to ACL tears mean for their respective teams.

    Then they look at how the Bills second half comeback in New England and the Bengals listless effort against Baltimore impacted the AFC playoff picture.

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    16 December 2025, 1:39 am
  • 41 minutes 16 seconds
    The Insiders: Philip Rivers’ Return, T.J. Watt Injury Update & Packers Defense vs. Broncos

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport get you set for Week 15 with the latest news from around the league, including an update on Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt and when he could return. Then we debate whether 44-year-old Philip Rivers is fit enough to start against the Seattle Seahawks after five years of retirement. Brian Baldinger breaks down the Packers’ defense ahead of their matchup with the Denver Broncos this Sunday. Finally, Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee Alex Highsmith joins the show.

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    13 December 2025, 1:51 am
  • 44 minutes 12 seconds
    The Insiders: Joe Burrow Talks NFL Future, Sirianni Defends Jalen Hurts, and Week 15 Starts & Sits

    NFL Network Insiders Mike Garafolo, Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista get you set for Week 15 with news around the league including the latest comments from Joe Burrow about his situation in Cincy. They also discuss Nick Sirianni's response to calls for him to bench Jalen Hurts.

    Sara Walsh reports live from Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida ahead of TNF’s Falcons-Buccaneers matchup. Then Marc Ross delivers his Week 15 “Marc Key Matchups,” before Michael F. Florio shares his fantasy playoffs weekly starts & sits.

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    12 December 2025, 12:16 am
  • 42 minutes 26 seconds
    The Insiders: Philip Rivers Introductory Presser, Mike Evans Back for TNF, and Rob Gronkowski Joins the Show!

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero and Judy Battista are joined by 4-time super bowl champion Rob Gronkowski and NFL Executive VP of Football Operations Troy Vincent. The Insiders also react to Philip Rivers’ comments after being introduced by the Colts.

    Then Brian Baldinger breaks down the Micah Parsons effect on the Packers defense, before Marcas Grant reveals his Week 15 fantasy playoff sleepers.

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    11 December 2025, 2:18 am
  • 40 minutes 49 seconds
    The Insiders: Philip Rivers Returns, Chargers Survive the Eagles, & Fantasy Targets

    NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero, Ian Rapoport & Mike Garafolo, along with Brian Baldinger & Marc Ross, break down the Colts signing 44-year-old Philip Rivers to their practice squad, returning to the league for the first time since 2020. Baldinger & Ross also analyze the Chargers’ win over the Eagles on Monday Night Football and discuss what’s next for both teams. Former QB Matt Ryan joins the show, Jeffri Chadiha makes the case for and against top MVP candidates, and Michael F. Florio highlights the best fantasy playoff waiver wire targets.

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    10 December 2025, 2:34 am
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