PFT Live with Mike Florio

Mike Florio

Mike Florio & Chris Simms discuss the biggest NFL stories with honesty, candor, and authenticity.

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July 20 · 36 min
PFT PM: What can NFL learn from World Cup? + Packers ownership issues
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) dives into his post-World Cup takeaways, providing insight into specific areas the NFL can learn from, before breaking down the final bidding for the Seahawks and potential solutions into the Packers' ownership issues. (1:05) Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup ... what can can the NFL learn from the weeks long tournament?? (18:10) The final bidding for the Seahawks was very close (20:10) The NFL has inside-information scandal (26:30) Potential solution for Packers’ ownership issues See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 17 · 42 min
PFT PM: Alvin Kamara back with Saints; Jayden Daniels on Netflix; Falcons QB competition
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including Alvin Kamara staying with the Saints and the Falcons QB competition heading into training camp. Plus, Florio also answers listener questions from the PFT PM mailbag. (3:40) Alvin Kamara remains with Saints as RB2 (9:05) Netflix Quarterback series; Jayden Daniels' skinny frame, using VR headset (16:35) Nate Burleson wants to succeed James Brown on CBS’ NFL Today; future of Sunday NFL morning shows (22:45) Falcons QB competition (28:35) PFT PM Mailbag: Tagging Vita Vea, interest in Stefon Diggs and Deebo Samuel, overly optimistic on Lions? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 16 · 1 hr 1 min
PFT PM: Flores v NFL latest; Cardinals QB competition
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including the latest about Brian Flores' case vs the NFL and the QB competition in Arizona. Plus, Florio dives into the PFT PM mailbag to answer listener questions/ (3:05) Argentina defeats England in World Cup semifinal (11:25) NFL keeps trying to send Brian Flores case to arbitration (29:20) Jon Gruden will be back in the booth (34:35) Cardinals QB competition (39:40) - Florio opens the PFT PM Mailbag to answer your questions about first year head coaches and the ongoing grass vs turf debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 15 · 32 min
PFT PM: Geno won't face charges; QB Battles in Cleveland & Vegas
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including the debut of the latest season of the Quarterback series and the QB competition in Cleveland and Las Vegas. (0:40) World Cup Talk -- Jerry gets booed; plus, what's the future of hydration breaks? (8:55) Quarterback series is back (18:00) Geno Smith won’t be charged in Florida domestic incident (22:00) Browns QB battle: Watson vs Sanders (27:00) Raiders QB battle: Cousins vs Mendoza See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 14 · 31 min
PFT PM: Rams milking Donald unretirement; Baker reveals he was playing injured
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) unpacks the latest news regarding Aaron Donald's potential return to the NFL and reacts to Baker Mayfield's revealing comments about playing injured for most of the 2025 season. (2:15) Bryce Harper addresses 2024 Cameo video for bettor (9:40) Alaric Jackson could be facing another suspension (14:45) Rams milking Aaron Donald unretirement (19:55) Lamar Jackson falls 67 spots in players rankings (24:00) Baker Mayfield says he played with sprained MCL & PCL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 13 · 42 min
PFT PM: Seahawks sale, Donald's workout and Rodgers' last rodeo
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including the Seahawks sale for $9.6 billion, Aaron Donald spotted working out at the Rams facility, and Aaron Rodgers has begun his farewell tour. (0:55) World Cup talk: The Semifinals are set, camera cable snafu, and a final update on the Flo Balogun decision made by one person (13:15) Seahawks sale (23:25) Aaron Donald works out at Rams facility (25:30) Aaron Rodgers prepares for farewell tour (29:45) Sean Payton on officiating transparency (34:45) Vikings QB battle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 10 · 53 min
PFT PM: Terrion Arnold interest; Mark Davis prefers grass; Seahawks sale update; PFT Mailbag
0:55 --- World Cup update: France beat Morocco, Ref cams are a hit 4:20 --- Terrion Arnold’s agent testifies on team interest after Lions release 10:15 --- Raiders owner Mark Davis is committed to grass playing surface “for safety” 14:20 --- Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald got Super Bowl advice from someone with a “conflict of interest” 20:45 --- Seahawks sale update 27:20 --- PFT PM Mailbag: How long did it take for NFL to pass MLB as the most popular sport in the US? 32:15 --- Mailbag: Will a 10-7 season be good enough to save Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard’s jobs in Indianapolis 35:15 --- Mailbag: Sunday Ticket class action 41:00 --- Mailbag: Why does Mark Sanchez trial keep being delayed? 43:00 --- Mailbag: Would you rather be the athlete who chokes in the biggest moment of your career or the athlete who’s never good enough to get the chance in the biggest moment? 45:50 --- Mailbag: Which coach/GM relationship could be strained from a bad 2026 season? 48:35 --- Mailbag: Has Florio ever been to a game at Candlestick Park? Florio’s favorite stadium/best working experience on site? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 9 · 47 min
PFT PM: Brady on receiver drama; Miller wants to be a Cowboy
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL including Tom Brady's take on wide receiver drama and a new study about the long-term risks for NFL players. (1:25) World Cup latest, including Infantino still under fire and England-Mexico draws huge ratings (7:30) Brandon Aiyuk plans to keep posting on social media (11:05) Tom Brady: Receiver drama is like Real Housewives of the NFL (16:55) Von Miller wants to be a Cowboy (21:10) New study reinforces long-term risks for NFL players (33:50) Florio opens the PFT PM Mailbag to answer your questions about what the Texans need to improve, Belichick's status on the all time wins list and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 8 · 39 min
PFT PM: Aiyuk & 49ers at an impasse; NCAA investigating Cincinnati
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL, including Brandon Aiyuk & the 49ers being at an impasse, while Von Miller is expressing regrets about his 2025 season. (3:30) World Cup latest -- Egypt coach is sounding off vs FIFA; Who will win the rights in 2030?, and what is the USMNT missing? (11:55) Tampering will be more rampant in 2027 (16:00) Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers at impasse (19:55) Von Miller says he regrets choosing Commanders over Seahawks (23:20) NCAA investigating Cincinnati over Brendan Sorsby (25:15) Florio opens the PFTPM Mailbag to answer questions about Mac Jones' future, the Cardinals QB situation and whether of not he has any future UK travel plans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 7 · 38 min
PFT PM: USA out of World Cup; Will Bucs blow it with Baker?
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL, including Terrion Arnold passing through waivers unclaimed and the status of Baker Mayfield's contract. Plus, Florio breaks down the USMNT's elimination from the World Cup. (4:15) USA out of World Cup (20:40) Terrion Arnold is a free agent (25:25) Will Bucs blow it with Baker Mayfield? (30:40) Marshawn Kneeland had Stage 1 CTE (34:55) Marcellus Wiley denies battery allegations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 6 · 45 min
PFT PM: Aaron Donald hints at comeback; Brandon Aiyuk vs. Jayden Daniels; Travis Kelce's next move after football
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the biggest stories from around the NFL, including a possible Aaron Donald comeback and Brandon Aiyuk's latest social media rants: (1:30) Florio vs Yellowjackets (5:00) World Cup recap: Argentina holds off Cape Verde, England tops Mexico, FIFA overturns Balogun red card suspension (21:40) NFLPA reports over $88M in Deshaun Watson salary cap credits7:20 (27:20) Aaron Donald hints at unretirement (32:20) Brandon Aiyuk vs. Jayden Daniels (36:45) Wedding attendees might provide hints at Travis Kelce's future See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 2 · 37 min
PFT PM: Terrion Arnold drawing interest; Mark Sanchez trial date set; Plus, Go USMNT!
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the biggest stories from around the NFL, including Terrion Arnold drawing interest from teams despite arrest and if/when the Athletic will find their next "Insider". (1:15) USA advances to Round of 16 (10:15) Terrion Arnold’s lawyer says three teams have reached out (16:30) Former Titans scout convicted of murder (19:05) Mark Sanchez trial set for July 13 (22:35) Report: Jonathan Jones in advanced talks to join The Athletic (28:00) Florio opens the PFT PM mailbag to answer questions about Jalen Hurts' offense, Browns cap space and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 1 · 43 min
PFT PM: Brendan Sorsby, NFL reach settlement; NY Times weighs in on Russini bodycam footage
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the latest stories from around the NFL 2:20 --- Florio’s Liverpool jersey fallout 5:10 --- Brendan Sorsby, NFL reach settlement 12:20 --- NYT weighs in on Diana Russini bodycam footage release 22:00 --- Calais Campbell’s brother charged with murder of their mother 23:15 --- Keeping an eye on Eagles DT Jalen Carter’s contract 27:40 --- Browns QB Deshaun Watson returns to Browns facility 32:35--- Cardinals TE Trey McBride says Seattle is the toughest stadium to play in 35:10 --- ESPN retracts Mike Pennel story, admits to “errors” in reporting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 30 · 48 min
PFT PM: Body cam footage contradicts Russini's story
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the biggest stories from around the NFL, including the Lions releasing Terrion Arnold and how the newly released Dianna Russini bodycam footage puts New York Times in an awkward spot. (0:00) Word Cup shootouts are amazing (7:25) Lions release Terrion Arnold (18:40) Dianna Russini bodycam footage is released (34:50) What is Kyle Pitts’ ceiling? (37:00) Seahawks sale moves closer (40:12) Is there a link between ALS & football? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 29 · 38 min
PFT PM: Aiyuk fires agent; Brady setting high expectations in Vegas
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the biggest stories from around the NFL, including Brandon Aiyuk's future, Tom Brady's expectations for the Raiders in 2026 and Chris Johnson's battle with ALS. (0:55) Brandon Aiyuk terminates relationship with his agent (6:10) Tom Brady sets high expectations for Raiders in 2026 (14:40) Tom Brady bashes the NFL’s fine system for on-field “mistakes” (20:00) Next World Cup rights should generate a much higher fee. (24:55) Chris Johnson hopes to 'inspire others' after revealing ALS battle (29:50) Remembering Joe Delaney on 43rd anniversary of his death (35:20) What will Brendan Sorsby do next with no supplemental draft? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 26 · 37 min
PFT PM: Brandon Aiyuk's advisors, Dianna Russini questions remain
In a Friday episode of PFT PM, Mike Florio wonders if anyone is advising Brandon Aiyuk and discusses some recent questions about the timeline surrounding Dianna Russini, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and the New York Times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 25 · 38 min
PFT PM: Terrion Arnold arrested; Joey Porter Jr. holding in?
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the biggest stories from around the NFL. (1:45) Terrion Arnold faces robbery and kidnapping charges (9:30) No news on Brendan Sorsby points to no lawsuit (16:00) Joey Porter Jr. could be a hold-in (22:45) Will NFL owners follow Trail Blazers’ lead on coaching contract? (28:15) Florio opens the PFT mailbag to answer questions about CBA negotiating, favorite memorabilia and more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 24 · 51 min
PFT PM: What's next for Brendan Sorsby?
Mike Florio (@profootball talk) discusses the NFL cancelling the supplemental draft and the ramifications for Brendan Sorsby plus news regarding Dianna Russini and PFT mailbag. (0:50) NFLPA in tough spot after NFL declines to hold supplemental draft (12:35) Where does Brendan Sorsby go from here? (20:10) New York Times publishes an article about Dianna Russini (30:25) Lamar Jackson is all-in with new coaching staff (32:55) Florio opens the PFT PM mailbag to answer questions about Brendan Sorsby, Arch Manning and NFL broadcast deals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 23 · 1 hr 4 min
PFT PM: No supplemental draft for Brendan Sorsby
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) breaks down the news that there will be no supplemental draft for QB Brendan Sorsby, the ongoing grass vs. turf debate fueled by the World Cup, and opens the PFT PM mailbag to answer listener questions. (0:15) No Supplemental Draft for Brendan Sorsby (21:00) World Cup grass vs. turf debate continues (28:25) Tom Brady on Aaron Rodgers (33:30) Geno Smith under investigation (38:39) Haslam was “driving force” in Giannis trade to Miami ( (45:40) PFT PM Mailbag questions about J.J. McCarthy, Puka Nacua and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 22 · 59 min
PFT PM: 1-on-1 with Sorsby's agent + When will CBA talks begin?
Mike Florio (@profootballtalk) is joined by Brendan Sorsby's agent Ron Slavin to break down the former Texas Tech QB's gambling situation ahead of the supplemental draft. Florio also dives into impending CBA conversations between the NFL and NFLPA, shares updates on where Brandon Aiyuk might end up, and more. (1:00) When will CBA talks begin? (10:40) "Competition" comes to officiating (14:25) Brandon Aiyuk wants to play for Commanders (16:05) Donte Whitner addresses Aldon Smith's death (19:15) World Cup shows what football could someday be Brendan Sorsby's agent Ron Slavin joins the show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.