Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens

Cover 2 2/20: Draft Preview with Matt Miller; Inside the Kaepernick Settlement with Michael McCann

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 17:06:29 +0000

Don Banks talks with NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller from the Bleacher Report about the top prospects in the 2019 NFL Draft and where the top quarterbacks could fall. Don also talks with Sports Illustrated Legal Analyst and UNH Law Associate Dean Michael McCann about the recent Colin Kaepernick settlement, the continuing Antonio Brown saga, the Alliance of American Football and the upcoming CBA.

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Cover 2 2/14: Marvin Lewis on AAF Games; Offseason Hot Topics

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:11:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk with former Cincinnati Bengals Head Coach Marvin Lewis who is now color analyst for the Alliance of American Football games on NFL Network. We discuss a variety of offseason hot topics such as the Antonio Brown saga, Joe Flacco trade, Kyler Murray's draft stock and more.

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Cover 2 2/6: Super Bowl LIII Recap with Bob Costas

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 02:48:41 +0000

On this edition of Cover 2 with Don Banks and Nick Stevens, we give you a full recap of Super Bowl LIII with special guest Bob Costas.

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Cover 2 1/30: SB LIII Preview and Picks with Peter King

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 23:29:47 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Peter King from NBC Sports to preview Super Bowl LIII and offer their picks

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Cover 2 1/23: Championship Weekend Recap; Mike Pereira on Tough Officiating Weekend

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:47:20 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap a thrilling Championship Weekend. Plus, we talk with NCAA and NFL Rules Analyst Mike Pereira on the tough officiating weekend the NFL had and how he proposes the NFL should address it moving forward.

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Cover 2 1/15: Division Round Recap; AFC/NFC Championship Preview with Kendall Gammon and Mike Triplett

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 16:50:44 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the AFC and NFC divisional games. Plus, we preview the AFC and NFC Championship games with Kansas City Chiefs radio color analyst Kendall Gammon and ESPN NFL Nation reporter Mike Triplett.

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Cover 2 1/9: Matt Smith on Patriots-Chargers; Divisional Round Preview and Predictions

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 17:20:37 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by LA Chargers radio play-by-play announcer, Matt Smith to preview this Sunday's AFC Divisional Playoff game between the Patriots and the Chargers. Don and Nick recap Wild Card Weekend and discuss the recent head coaching moves around the NFL. Plus, they offer their predictions for the Divisional Weekend slate of games.

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Cover 2 1/3: Playoffs Preview with Tony Boselli and Dennis Pitta

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 17:04:13 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens preview Wild Card weekend, recent NFL coach firings and the Antonio Brown saga in Pittsburgh. Our guests today are Jacksonville Jaguars Color Radio Color Analyst and Westwood One NFL Color Analyst Tony Boselli, as well as Baltimore Ravens Radio Color Analyst Dennis Pitta.

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Cover 2 12/27: Phil Savage on Alliance of American Football; Week 17 Preview and Playoff Picture

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:44:35 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap NFL Week 16 and talk with Phil Savage (GM of the Arizona Hotshots of the Alliance of American Football and former GM of the Cleveland Browns) about the Alliance of American Football getting ready to kick off in February and the Cleveland Browns resurgence with Baker Mayfield. Plus, we preview NFL Week 17 and take a look at the NFL Playoff picture.

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Cover 2 12/18: Sebastian Vollmer; Week 15 Recap; Week 16 Preview

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 16:18:25 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by former Patriots Offensive Tackle Sebastian Vollmer to talk about soccer and American Football in Germany and his efforts to help grow American Football there. We recap NFL Week 15 and discuss the abundance of parity in NFL this season. Plus, our NFL Week 16 preview.

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Cover 2 12/11: Steelers Preview with Ed Bouchette; Miami Miracle; Week 15 Preview

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 17:20:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the last second win for the Dolphins over the Patriots and how it impacts the AFC playoff picture. We are joined by Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to preview Sunday's Patriots-Steelers game. Plus, we preview Chiefs vs. Chargers and other NFL Week 15 games.

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Cover 2 12/4: Tony Dungy; AFC Playoff Picture

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 17:53:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap NFL Week 13 with defense making a brief return with some low scoring games. We are joined by NBC NFL Analyst Tony Dungy to discuss the Mike McCarthy firing in Green Bay, the new NFL being all about offense and the AFC playoff picture.

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Cover 2 11/27: Week 13 Preview; Vikings Preview with Paul Allen

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 16:28:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the Thanksgiving week games and preview NFL Week 13. Plus, we are joined by radio play-by-play voice of the Minnesota Vikings, Paul Allen who discusses the upcoming Patriots game against the Vikings.

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Cover 2 11/20: Gil Brandt and Tom Waddle

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 17:26:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap a thrilling NFL Week 11 which concluded with an epic shootout on Monday night with a 54-51 Rams win over the Chiefs. We serve up Thanksgiving week with interviews with NFL.com Senior Analyst Gil Brandt and former Bears WR and current host of Waddle & Silvy on ESPN 1000, Tom Waddle. Plus, we wrap up the show with our NFL Week 12 predictions.

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Cover 2 11/13: Sam Farmer from LA Times

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 16:48:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Patriots loss to the Titans as well as recap of NFL Week 10. We are joined by Sam Farmer of the Los Angeles Times as we discuss the terrible shooting and wild fires in LA and how it is impacting the Rams. Plus, we preview NFL Week 11 including Rams vs. Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

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Cover 2 11/6: ESPN's Seth Wickersham talks Patriots

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the Brady vs. Rodgers matchup on Sunday Night Football. We talk with ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham about his article on the dynamic relationship between Robert Kraft, Bill Belichick and Tom Brady. Plus, we take stock of the Patriots at midway point of the season where they stand at 7-2.

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Cover 2 11/1: Patriots - Packers Preview with Rob Demovsky and Tom Silverstein

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:28:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens preview Patriots - Packers on Sunday Night Football with Rob Demovsky from ESPN.com and Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

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Cover 2 10/23: NFL Network's Rich Eisen; Week 7 Recap; Week 8 Preview

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 18:00:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk with NFL Network's Rich Eisen, who will be calling his first ever NFL game this Sunday when the Jaguars take on the Eagles in London. Don and Nick talk Red Sox in the World Series and the Patriots win in Chicago. Plus, we recap NFL Week 7 and preview NFL Week 8.

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Cover 2 10/16: Interview with NFL Analyst Trent Dilfer

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 17:21:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk with NFL analyst Trent Dilfer about the Patriots-Chiefs game on Sunday against Patrick Mahomes and Tom Brady. They also discuss defenses, new rules in the NFL, and Dilfer's memories of the late Paul Allen. Other topics include the success of the Boston Red Sox and previewing NFL Week 7 games.

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Cover 2 10/10: NFL Week 6 Preview with Cris Collinsworth

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 16:00:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Red Sox ALDS win over the Yankees. We recap NFL Week 5 and talk with NBC Sunday Night Football Analyst Cris Collinsworth about Patrick Mahomes and what makes him so dangerous as we preview the SNF matchup between the Patriots and the Chiefs and look ahead to the week 6 slate of games.

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Cover 2 10/3: Dan Orlovsky and Jeff Pearlman Interviews

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 20:33:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap NFL Week 4 and are joined by ESPN NFL Analyst Dan Orlovsky to discuss the NFL QB play around the league and the hot start of Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes. Plus, we talk with New York Times Best Selling Author Jeff Pearlman about his book, 'Football For A Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL.'

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Cover 2 9/26: Dolphins Preview; Interview with Matthew Hasselbeck

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 16:42:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens take a look at NFL Week 3, preview the Miami Dolphins, and the new rules around the league. They also talk with ESPN NFL Analyst Matthew Hasselbeck and how the NFL is responding to criticism on roughing the passer penalties.

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Cover 2 9/26: Interview with Ian O'Connor

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 16:42:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk NFL with ESPN Senior Writer Ian O'Connor, author of "Belichick: The Making of the Greatest Football Coach of All Time".

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Cover 2 9/19: NFL Week 2 Recap; Terry McAulay Interview

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 16:06:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap NFL Week 2 and discuss the Patriots trade for Josh Gordon, trouble in Pittsburgh with Antonio Brown and Le'Veon Bell and Vontae Davis retiring at halftime. Our guest today is former NFL Official and current NBC NFL Rules Analyst Terry McAulay, who discusses the roughing the passer call on Clay Matthews that cost the Packers the game. McAulay gives insight on how referees are being to instructed to call roughing the passer.

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Cover 2 9/12: Eric Mangini Interview; NFL Week 1 Takeaways; Week 2 Preview

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 22:26:01 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by former New York Jets Head Coach and current Fox Sports 1 NFL Analyst Eric Mangini. We discuss Sam Darnold's Jets debut, Matt Patricia's debut in Detroit, Patriots-Texans takeaways and preview the upcoming slate of games for NFL Week 2.

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Cover 2 9/5: Season Predictions; Kurt Warner, Steve Smith and Willie McGinest Interviews

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 19:55:39 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens make their season predictions for every NFL division. Don caught up with NFL Network's Kurt Warner, Steve Smith and Willie McGinest to discuss the offseason drama in Foxboro and how the Patriots will respond in 2018.

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Cover 2 8/29: Tony Romo, Bill Cowher and Gene Steratore

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 19:48:39 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the new contract for Giants WR Odell Beckham, Jr., the Cleveland Browns on Hard Knocks and more. We catch up with NFL CBS Color Analyst Tony Romo, who talks about his production meetings with Bill Belichick. We talk with NFL CBS Analyst Bill Cowher on the national opinion that the Patriots dynasty may be ending. Plus, NFL CBS Rules Official Gene Steratore joins us to discuss what it was like to referee SB 52.

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Cover 2 8/22: Dan Quinn Interview; Preseason Week 2 Recap

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 17:24:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Cleveland Browns on Hard Knocks and Andrew Luck's lack luster performance on MNF. Plus, we're joined by Falcons Head Coach Dan Quinn to discuss Atlanta's offseason, the new tackling rules and what the Patriots can expect from Adrian Clayborn.

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Cover 2 8/15: Al Michaels Interview

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:40:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by NBC Sunday Night Football Play-by-Play Man Al Michaels. Michaels discusses all of the great Super Bowls he has called including the Patriots defeat of the Seahawks in SB 49 and the Eagles defeat of the Patriots in SB 52. He also reminisced about great games he has called over the years such as the Miracle on Ice in 1980 in the Lake Placid Olympic Games. We also previewed the slate of games on Sunday Night Football this season.

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Cover 2 8/8: Prepping for the Preseason

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 19:49:00 +0000

In this edition of Cover 2 with Don Banks and Nick Stevens, we are joined by Boston Globe Sports Media Columnist, Chad Finn, and Former Pittsburgh Steeler and current CBS Sports NFL Analyst, Bryant McFadden. Other topics discussed are the upcoming preseason games and the turmoil between Le'Veon Bell and Mike Tomlin with the Pittsburgh Steelers. We also touch upon the 2018 Hall of Fame Inductions with Ray Lewis' speech and the success the Boston Red Sox are having this year.

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Cover 2 8/1: Brian Billick; Hall of Fame Weekend

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 10:32:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by NFL Analyst Brian Billick to discuss the NFL Hall of Fame Inductions of Randy Moss and Ray Lewis and the Hall of Fame game. Plus, we touch on Johnny Football getting a new life in the CFL and the Red Sox trade deadline.

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Cover 2 7/27: Michael Lombardi Interview

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 16:43:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Former NFL executive and media analyst Michael Lombardi to discuss his book 'Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL.' We also discuss the latest news around NFL Training Camps, Tony Sparano's tragic death, Jimmy G's future in San Francisco and more.

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Cover 2 7/19: Amy Trask talks football

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 22:45:10 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Amy Trask, CBS Sports Football Analyst and Former CEO of the Oakland Raiders. Various topics were covered such as the NFL Anthem Policy, Brent Musberger as the new radio pxp voice of the Raiders, her reaction to the tuck rule in 2001, and the fractured relationship between the NFL and NFLPA. They also discusss the MLB All-Star game and whether or not baseball can catch up to the NFL in popularity.

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Cover 2 7/11: Sal Paolantonio talks Eagles

Wed, 11 Jul 2018 22:30:59 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by ESPN NFL Reporter Sal Paolantonio, who is promoting his book, Philly Special, which he thinks most Patriots fans will want to read as it details how the Philadelphia Eagles ran fake plays during their walkthrough the night before the Super Bowl. He also states that he believes even though Carson Wentz is healthy, Nick Foles has earned the right to be the starting quarterback of the Eagles.

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Cover 2 6/20: Phil Savage and Richard Deitsch

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 00:05:02 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Phil Savage (General Manager of the Alliance Phoenix) to talk about the Alliance of American Football and where it stands as it's set to launch this winter after the Super Bowl. Richard Deitsch (The Athletic / Sportsnet 590 The Fan / Adjunct Professor at Columbia) joins us and offers his opinions on NFL coverage as well as Fox's coverage of the World Cup.

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Cover 2 6/13: AFC East Offseason Review

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 01:12:45 +0000

We recap each AFC East team's offseason from the perspective of those that cover them. Hear from Jets beat reporter Rich Cimini from ESPN, play-by-play radio voice of the Bills John Murphy and Armando Salguero from the Miami Herald.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 6/6: Mike Pereira; Adam Schefter

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 02:38:11 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss recent NFL rule changes with FOX Sports Rules Analyst Mike Pereira. Plus, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins us to discuss the NFL's new anthem policy and the Eagles not being invited to the White House.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 5/30: NFL OTAs; Matt Chatham Interview

Wed, 30 May 2018 17:23:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk NBA Finals, player absences from NFL OTAs, the NFL's new anthem rule and Cassius Marsh's comments about his time as Patriot. We are joined today by former Patriot and current NFL Analyst for NESN Matt Chatham.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 5/23: Bill Polian on AAF League

Wed, 23 May 2018 22:24:30 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by former Colts Vice Chairman and current ESPN NFL Analyst Bill Polian to discuss the new Alliance of American Football League which will be unveiled in the spring of 2019. Polian outlines the potential teams taking part in the league as well as the players who will be assigned to each team.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 5/14: State sanctioned sports gambling upheld by Super Court; Daniel Wallach Interview

Mon, 14 May 2018 20:39:03 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by gaming and sports attorney and co-host of the 'Conduct Detrimental' podcast, Daniel Wallach to discuss the Supreme Court ruling that the federal ban on state-sanctioned sports betting is unconstitutional.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 5/9: Peter King Interview

Wed, 09 May 2018 20:37:14 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss a variety of topics from Jason Witten's retirement from the NFL and his move to the MNF booth, Tom Brady's attire at the Met Gala, Red Sox - Yankees and Celtics - 76'ers. Our guest today is Monday Morning Quarterback's Peter King, who joins us to discuss his MMQB column moving to NBCSports.com.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 5/1: NFL Draft Recap; Dan Hatman Interview

Tue, 01 May 2018 20:37:33 +0000

In this edtion of PFW in Progress, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the excitement going on in Boston sports with the Bruins, Celtics, and Sox. We recap the NFL Draft and talk with Director of Scouting Development at the Scouting Academy, Dan Hatman. Plus, we discuss Tom Brady’s interview with Jim Gray at the Milken Institute Global Conference in California.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 4/24: Mock Drafts; Tedy Bruschi Interview

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 20:44:29 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks, Nick Stevens and Kevin Collins offer their full first round mock drafts. Plus, former Patriots LB and current ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi joins us to talk all thing Patriots in this draft.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 4/19: RB crop in NFL Draft; Drama in New England; Robert Smith Interview

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 09:53:57 +0000

In this edition the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the running back crop entering the NFL Draft next week. Our guest today is FOX College Football Analyst and Founder and CEO of Fan Health Network Robert Smith, who joins us to discuss the creation of the Fan Health Network and it's impact on the sports world. Plus, we discuss the continuing drama in New England surround Bill Belichick, Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 4/11: Gil Brandt and the NFL Draft

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 20:43:21 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss positions of need for NFL clubs heading into the 2018 Draft with NFL.com Senior Analyst and SiriusXM NFL Radio Host Gil Brandt.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 4/4: Brandin Cooks Trade; Dan Orlovsky on Josh Rosen; Jim Daopoulos on New NFL Rules

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 21:46:15 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the trade of Patriots WR Brandin Cooks to the Rams and talk with former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky about QB Josh Rosen and his draft stock after comments by his former coach Jim Mora questioned his intellectual capabilities. We also talk with ESPN Monday Night Football rules analyst Jim Daopoulos about the new rule changes approved at the owners meetings.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 3/30: NFL Owners Meetings Recap; John Lynch and Mike Zimmer Interviews

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 21:09:19 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the NFL Owners Meetings and discuss the revised catch rule and the updates to the leading with the helmet rule. Don Banks talks with 49'ers GM John Lynch about the excitement for San Francisco heading into the 2018 season, and Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer about the signing of QB Kirk Cousins.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 3/21: Chris Mortensen Interview; Strengths of the 2018 NFL Draft Class

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 20:10:32 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by ESPN's Chris Mortensen to discuss the strengths of the 2018 NFL Draft class, in particular the quarterbacks and running backs. Other topics discussed are updating the catch rule, the Jets - Colts trade, free agency and more. Plus, we discuss the new league, the Alliance of America Football set to kick off after the Super Bowl in 2019.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 3/14: Free Agent Frenzy; Jerry Angelo & Johnson Bademosi Interviews

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 21:52:30 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens break down the frenzy of reported free agency moves during the legal tampering period and multiple trades around the NFL. We are joined by former Chicago Bears GM Jerry Angelo to discuss free agency. Plus, Don Banks talks with Patriots DB Johnson Bademosi, who is currently touring Portugal as part of American Football without Borders.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 3/7: 2018 NFL Scouting Combine

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:11:02 +0000

As the 2018 NFL Combine came to a close, Don Banks and Andy Hart highlight the players that stood out from the rest. They also discuss the potential for certain players in the draft with Dan Hatman, the Director of Scouting Development at the Scout Academy.

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One-on-One with Mike Vrabel

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 13:47:56 +0000

Don Banks talks with new Tennessee Titans Head Coach Mike Vrabel at the 2018 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 2/21: NFL Player Movement; Daniel Jeremiah

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 01:10:58 +0000

The NFL off-season is underway and that means the start of player movement in the NFL. Banks and Stevens talk about the Red Sox signing of JD Martinez and the lack of buzz surrounding the 2018 Winter Olympics. Daniel Jeremiah of NFL Network joins the show to discuss potential player movement and college quarterback landing spots in the NFL Draft. Jeremiah also talks about what to look for at the NFL Combine next week.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 2/7: Super Bowl Recap; Bob Kravitz

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 22:50:40 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap Super Bowl LII and discuss Malcolm Butler's benching among other topics. Special guest Bob Kravitz from WTHR.com in Indianapolis also joins to discuss the Josh McDaniels situation from a Colts perspective.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 2/2: Super Bowl Preview; Peter King and Dan Orlovsky

Sat, 03 Feb 2018 03:05:45 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk Super Bowl LII with guests former NFL QB Dan Orlovsky and Peter King of MMQB.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 1/25: Super Bowl LII Preview; AFC and NFC Championship Recaps

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 22:23:24 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the AFC and NFC Championships and preview Super Bowl LII. Guests today include the former governor of Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Eagles Super Fan, Ed Rendell.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 1/17: Championship Weekend Predictions and Tony Boselli Interview

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 23:33:38 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap a thrilling Divisional playoff weekend with the Minneapolis Miracle, the Jaguars upset of the Steelers and the Patriots dominating effort against the Titans. Former Jacksonville Jaguars Offensive Tackle and current Jaguars Radio Color Analyst, Tony Boselli joins us to discuss the Jaguars turnaround under Doug Marrone and Tom Coughlin and the upcoming matchup with the Patriots in the AFC Championship game. Plus, we offer our predictions for Championship weekend.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 1/10: Wild Card Weekend Recap; Divisional Weekend Preview

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 21:58:19 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap Wild Card weekend. We're joined by Tennessee Titans Radio Color Analyst Dave McGinnis to discuss the Titans win over Jacksonville. We discuss Seth Wickersham's article on the Patriots. Plus, our Divisional Weekend preview and predictions.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 1/3: Playoffs Preview; Joe Banner Interview

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 22:42:10 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap a crazy NFL Week 17. We preview the NFL playoffs and offer our wildcard weekend predictions. Plus, we talk with former Philadelphia Eagles team president and Cleveland Browns CEO about the NFL coaching and GM vacancies.

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Cover 2 with Don Banks & Nick Stevens 12/27: NFL Week 17 Preview, Playoff Seeding and Lesley Visser Interview

Wed, 27 Dec 2017 21:59:08 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens preview NFL Week 17 and talk playoff seeding. Plus, we're joined by Lesley Visser, author of "Sometimes You Have to Cross When It Says Don't Walk: A Memoir of Breaking Barriers". She talked about the Patriots signing of James Harrison, her book and what it means to be a woman in the sports industry, and her memories of the late great Dick Enberg.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 12/20: Week 16 Preview; AFC Playoff Picture; Jim Daopoulos

Wed, 20 Dec 2017 21:40:47 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens talk with former NFL Official and current Rules Analysis for ESPN, Jim Daopoulos about the controversial rulings in the Patriots-Steelers and Raiders-Cowboys games. Was New England @ Pittsburgh the game of the year? We discuss where the game ranks in terms of all time great Patriots games in the Brady - Belichick Era. We preview NFL Week 16. Plus, we break down the AFC Playoff picture.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 12/13: Week 15 Preview; Matt Hasselbeck Interview

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 21:27:52 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens breakdown the Patriots and Steelers match-up this Sunday. They also discuss past football games this weekend in the snow, such as the Buffallo Bills and the Army vs. Navy game. We preview NFL Week 15 and what it means to be in the playoff races. Plus, we have Matt Hasselbeck as our guest discussing the 2017 season so far and predictions for playoff contenders.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 12/6: NFL Week 14 Preview; Don Yee Interview

Wed, 06 Dec 2017 22:07:15 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Steelers and Bengals Monday Night Football suspensions, as well as Rob Gronkowski's one game suspension. We preview NFL Week 14. Plus, we are joined by Don Yee of Yee & Dubin Sports LLC., agent for Tom Brady, Julian Edelman, and Jimmy Garoppolo, as well as founder of headcoachranking.com. Yee gave his breakdown of Jimmy Garoppolo's first start with the 49'ers and an explanation of his new NFL Head Coach Ranking website.

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Cover 2 with Don Banks & Nick Stevens 11/29: Greg Schiano Saga; Vikings Resurgence; Interview with Robert Smith

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 22:29:24 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Greg Schiano saga at Tennessee, the college football playoffs, Case Keenum and the resurgence of the Minnesota Vikings, as well as other NFL Week 12 games that stood out with former Minnesota Vikings running back and current Fox Sports college football analyst Robert Smith.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 11/20: Week 11 Recap; Playoff Contenders and Pretenders; Paul Allen Interview

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 22:33:55 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap NFL Week 11 and talk about playoff pretenders and contenders. We're joined today by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play man Paul Allen. Allen discusses the Vikings surprising season after losing Sam Bradford and Dalvin Cook, and the team rallying behind QB Case Keenum. Plus, we wrap up the show with our Thanksgiving Day football memories and thoughts on the holiday slate of games.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 11/15: NFL International Games; ESPN Deportes John Sutcliffe

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 22:14:37 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss growing the NFL game internationally. We discuss the upcoming Patriots-Raiders game in Mexico City and are joined by ESPN Deportes Monday Night Football reporter John Sutcliffe to discuss the level of passion for NFL football in Mexico. Plus, we discuss the latest news that the Buffalo Bills will start rookie QB Nathan Peterman.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 11/8: Week 9 Recap; Week 10 Preview; Tony Boselli on Jaguars Resurgence

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 21:38:26 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by former Jaguars offensive tackle Tony Boselli, who is now the color analyst for the Jaguars Radio Network. We talk about the resurgence of the Jaguars, the Eagles with the best record in the NFL, Carolina Panthers big win over the Falcons and we preview NFL Week 10.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 11/1: NFL Trades; Andrew Brandt

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 20:17:56 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the big trades made at the NFL trade deadline. We break down the NFL season at the half way point. Andrew Brandt, who is the host of the MMQB podcast 'The Business of Sports' and Director of the Moorad Center for Sports Law at Villanova Law School is our guest today. Brandt discusses the Elliott Suspension, Roger Goodell's contract, Jimmy Garoppolo Trade, likening Garoppolo behind Brady to Rogers behind Favre and how those two scenarios played out differently.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 10/25: Week 8 Previews; Mark Dominik Interview

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 21:05:16 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap the Patriots-Falcons fog bowl on Sunday Night Football. We discuss the team building process with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Mark Dominik and preview the Week 8 slate of games. Plus, we talk a little baseball with our World Series thoughts and the Red Sox hiring of new manager Alex Cora.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 10/18: NFL Week 6 Recap; Sunday Night Football Preview with Michele Tafoya

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 19:09:20 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap all the action from NFL Week 6 and discuss Aaron Rodgers injury and its impact on the NFC. NBC Sports sideline reporter Michele Tafoya calls in to discuss the Patriots-Falcons rematch set for Sunday Night Football on NBC. We talk a little Boston sports with the Gordon Hayward injury and how it will effect the Celtics, as well as our thoughts on the Red Sox managerial search.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 10/11: NFL Week 5 Recap, Greg Cosell and Anthem Protest Saga

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 20:17:15 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the Red Sox firing of manager John Farrell. We recap a busy week 5 in the NFL, including the Steelers surprising loss to Jacksonville, the latest on the national anthem protests, and the exciting game between Dallas and Green Bay. Plus, we are joined by Greg Cosell, senior producer at NFL Films and executive producer and host of NFL Matchup on ESPN.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 10/4: Tony Dungy; NFL Week 4 Recap

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 08:21:27 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by NBC Sunday Night Football NFL Analyst Tony Dungy. They discuss Dungy's NFL coaching career as well as what it's like working in TV with Rodney Harrison. Other topics discussed today are MLB playoff predictions, the terrible play of the Patriots defense, David Carr's injury, and Antonio Brown's temper tantrum.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 9/27: Amazing Week 3 Finishes Around the NFL; David Maraniss

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 19:36:54 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the amazing week 3 finishes around the NFL, the parity in the NFC East and some Red Sox talk. Plus, we are joined by David Maraniss, author of "When Pride Still Mattered: A Life of Vince Lombardi" to discuss the book.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 9/20: Dan Fouts; Ranking the NFL 2-0 Teams

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 08:32:37 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the LA Chargers, the effect of Fantasy Football on the NFL revenue stream and we rank all the 2-0 teams in the NFL. We are joined by Dan Fouts, who will be the color commentator for Sunday's Patriots-Texans game on CBS.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 9/13: NFL Week 1 Reaction; Steve Corkran

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 20:35:47 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss week 1 of the NFL schedule as well as the Monday Night Football debut of ESPN sideline reporter Sergio Dipp who "had the time of his life" during the Broncos and Chargers game. Our guest was Steve Corkran, author of the new book "Behind the Raiders Shield." Corkran shed light on the legacy of Al Davis' life and ownership of the Oakland Raiders. The fallout of the "tuck rule" game was discussed as well as the Raiders passing on Wes Welker in the NFL Draft.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 9/6: Tony Romo and Bill Cowher

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 11:25:12 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Tony Romo and Bill Cowher from NFL on CBS. Topics were injured QBs not playing week 1, the Patriots potential challengers in the AFC, the impact of the Julian Edelman injury on the Patriots offense, and wrapping up the show Banks and Stevens made their predictions for the 2017 NFL Season. They pick the division winners, wildcard winners, and Super Bowl.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Stevens 8/29: Peter King on Dr. Z Book; Kevin Clark on Influence of 2007 Patriots

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 09:20:22 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by Peter King from MMQB.com, who discusses his involvement in the book, 'Dr. Z: The Lost Memoirs of an Irreverent Football Writer'. We are also joined by Kevin Clark from TheRinger.com to discuss how the 2007 Patriots changed modern offenses all over the NFL.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens: Gil Brandt; Recapping Week 2 of the Preseason

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 20:27:02 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens are joined by NFL.com Senior Analyst and SiriusXM NFL Radio host Gil Brandt. Topics discussed are Brandt's Hall of Fame candidacy, week 2 of the NFL preseason, the muddled AFC QB picture and Briean Boddy-Calhoun's hit on Odell Beckham Jr.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens: Matt Hasselbeck; Terry Francona

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 19:46:19 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast Don Banks and Nick Stevens recap week one of the NFL preseason. Find our who impressed and who did not. Our guests are ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Hasselbeck and Former Red Sox & Current Cleveland Indians Manager Terry Francona.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 8/8: Hall of Fame talk with Cris Collinsworth and Al Michaels

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 22:26:12 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the recent Pro Football Hall of Fame induction. We talk with Cris Collinsworth and Al Michaels from NBC Sunday Night Football to discuss the upcoming season. Plus, what are the chances of the Patriots going 16-0?

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens 8/1: Hall of Fame Game; NFL Training Camps

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 19:37:32 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the upcoming Hall of Fame game. We break down the latest news coming out of NFL training camps. Plus, we talk about the possibility of the preseason being shortened to two games.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens: Brian Billick & Training Camp Storylines

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Don Banks and Nick Stevens discuss the biggest storylines heading into NFL training camps with former Ravens head coach and current NFL Network Analyst Brian Billick. Plus, can the Patriots go 16-0?

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Cover 2 with Banks & Stevens: NFL GM Carousel, Ezekiel Elliott & ESPYs

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 20:35:12 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks is joined by Nick Stevens from WAAF's Matty & Nick Show (3-7pm Mon-Fri on 107.3 FM). The two talk Red Sox, the never ending GM carousel this offseason in the NFL, Ezekiel Elliott's off the field problems, Tom Brady's first ever TV interview, and Peyton Manning hosting the ESPY's.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 7/11: Nick Stevens from WAAF & Biggest Threat to the Patriots

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 20:46:01 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks is joined by guest co-host Nick Stevens (AKA Fitzy) from WAAF's Matty and Nick Show (107.3 FM, 3-7pm Mon-Fri). Topics discussed are the biggest threat to the Patriots this year, potential Super Bowl contenders, and how Nick Stevens developed his 'Fitzy' character on YouTube.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 7/5: Sports Betting in America

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 20:26:06 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 Podcast, Don Banks is joined by guest co-host Fred Kirsch from PFW. They discuss sports betting in America and whether it will become a mainstream legalized activity in the near future. Our guest today is Daniel Wallach, who is a Gaming & Sports Law Attorney.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 6/27: Contract Updates; Super Bowl Contender for 2017

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 20:00:02 +0000

In this edition of Cover 2 podcast, Paul Perillo joins Don Banks on the show. ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates calls in to talk about Kirk Cousins' contract. We also sort out who is a Super Bowl Contender to start the 2017 season and which teams don't have a chance.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 6/20: Top 10 NFL Power Rankings; Biggest Super Star in the NFL?

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 19:08:26 +0000

In this edition of Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Christopher Price discuss a wide variety of NFL topics including their top 10 power rankings heading into the NFL season. We predict two teams that did not make the playoffs that will make it this year. Plus, who is the biggest super star in the history of the NFL?

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Cover 2 with Banks and Price 6/12: Bill Polian Interview

Mon, 12 Jun 2017 08:55:52 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Christopher Price talk with Pro Football Hall of Famer and ESPN NFL Front Office Insider Bill Polian about the New York Jets recent house cleaning, NFL team building, social media in the NFL and more.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 6/6: Mike McCarthy on Packers Offseason; Top 5 NFL Coaches of All-Time

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 21:23:36 +0000

Don Banks and Christopher Price talk with Green Bay head coach Mike McCarthy about the Packers offseason and the addition of TE Martellus Bennett in this edition of the Cover 2 podcast. Plus, we discuss all-time NFL coaches, as we name out 5 best, 5 most overrated, and 5 that had no business being NFL head coaches.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 5/30: Dan Hatman and NFL Offseason Report Cards

Tue, 30 May 2017 19:40:52 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast Don Banks and Christopher Price talk with Dan Hatman, Director of Scouting Development for The Scouting Academy, about the art of team building. Hatman also gives his offseason report cards for several teams including the Patriots. Plus, we discus the nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Red Sox and more.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price 5/23: Dan Quinn and How will the Falcons rebound

Tue, 23 May 2017 21:33:44 +0000

In this edition of the Cover 2 podcast with Don Banks and Christopher Price we're joined by Atlanta head coach Dan Quinn to discuss how the Falcons would rebound from a heartbreaking Super Bowl defeat. We also discuss the potential overtime rule change, the latest on Colin Kaepernick, and some Celtics / Red Sox talk.

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Cover 2 with Banks & Price: Peter King on Colin Kaepernick

Tue, 16 May 2017 21:05:41 +0000

In this edition of Cover 2 with Don Banks and Christopher Price, we talk with Peter King of TheMMQB.com on the the latest in the Colin Kaepernick saga and the Seattle Seahawks reported interest in Kaepernick as a backup option to Russell Wilson. Plus, we discuss the latest news around the NFL.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Price 5/9: Jon Robinson Interview; Post-Draft Talk

Tue, 09 May 2017 09:05:55 +0000

In this week's edition of the Cover 2 podcast, Don Banks and Christopher Price talk with Titans GM Jon Robinson about Tennessee's dramatic turnaround from a 3 win team to nine wins last season. We discuss how competitive the AFC South has become. Plus, we continue to discuss the NFL Draft, Jay Cutler moving to broadcasting and more news around the NFL.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Price 5/2: Draft recap; Phil Savage interview

Tue, 02 May 2017 08:25:40 +0000

In this edition of Cover 2 with Don Banks and Christopher Price we talk with former Browns GM Phil Savage, who is currently the executive director for the Senior Bowl get his analysis of the top picks from the 2017 NFL Draft.

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Cover 2 with Banks and Price 4/25: John Lynch Interview; NFL Mock Draft

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 12:06:35 +0000

In the debut edition of Cover 2 with Don Banks and Christopher Price we talk with 49ers GM John Lynch on working with Jed York. Don Banks offers his 2017 NFL Mock Draft. Plus, we discuss the Saints signing of RB Adrian Peterson and other news around the NFL.

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