Football's biggest night is almost here. The 2022 season concludes this Sunday, February 12, in Glendale, Arizona, with the 57th championship of its kind.
Whether you're already getting your jersey and corresponding face paint ready or you're a casual fan more interested in the commercials and finger foods, these 25 fanfare-worthy, football-focused listens are sure to amp up your team spirit before Sunday night—and help you bide time through the off-season too.
Veteran ESPN reporter Sal Paolantonio revisits the Eagles's road to the championship in 2017 with this inside look, featuring profiles of the big game's players and coaches as well as a play-by-play of their unlikely win.
This forthcoming title written by a pair of KC-area natives profiles Chiefs star QB Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City itself, offering a fascinating portrait of a team and city reborn that analyzes history while glimpsing the future.
There are few Eagles alumni more renowned than Brian Dawkins, the iconic safety who rode 16 seasons in the NFL all the way to the Hall of Fame. In this memoir, Dawkins recounts his story, meditating on faith and determination.
Rick Telander is a sports columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, but decades ago, he was just a Northwestern grad newly drafted by the Chiefs. Though he was ultimately cut from the team, this collection of journal entires he made while training is a poignant look at a dream realized.
The first time the Eagles won a Super Bowl in 2017, coach Doug Pederson was at the helm. A career-long underdog, Pederson offers insight in this recollection of the uphill path to victory, from his playing years as a backup QB to the thrill of triumph, celebrated from the sidelines.
Hosted by The Athletic's KC beat reporters Nate Taylor, Seth Keysor, and Joshua Brisco, this podcast is a must for any Chiefs fan looking to stay up-to-date on the latest from the field—be it exceptional plays worth revisiting or the fantasy implications of team and player stats.
If you're a Philly devotee, check out The Athletic's cleverly-titled, Eagles-focused pod, Birds With Friends. Alongside producer Marissa Dunn, beat writers Bo Wulf and Zach Berman are joined thrice weekly by special guests as they go in depth on all the ups-and-downs of the season.
Kansas City football fans who want to stay on top of all the latest Chiefs news should go ahead and follow Arrowhead Pride, a pod from sports blog SB Nation. Installments range from updates directly from the podium to notes on games past and upcoming.
As far as podcasts go, Eagles Update, a listen from the team for the fans, is pretty much as official as it gets. With a new episode every single day from Dave Spadaro, this show shares a behind-the-scenes look at the Birds that only an Eagles insider could provide.
This official Kansas City Chiefs team podcast delivers an insider perspective on the red, white, and gold. Play-by-play announcer Mitch Holthus joins senior team reporter Matt McMullen in breaking down all the latest stories from the Kingdom.
Hosted by Philly-based content creator Victor Williams, co-founder of Philadelphia sports site TheLibertyLine.com, The Philly Pod is full of recaps, roster and rumor commentary, and looks ahead sure to appeal to any die-hard Eagles aficionado.
Fandom-focused sports and entertainment network FanSided presents Arrowhead Addict, a podcast on all the latest news out of Kansas City. Analysis and commentary is provided by the team: Matt Verderame, Patrick Allen, Matt Conner, and Sterling Holmes.
Retired defensive end Michael Strahan and actor Kate Mara, a longtime football fan, present a fast-paced look at the rocky start of the NFL, reflecting on heroes, famed and forgotten, and the class crises of the league's earliest days.
Sunday's big game isn't just a battle between teams—it's sibling rivalry gone pro. Hear bros Jason and Travis Kelce, of the Eagles and Chiefs respectively, share thoughts on major NFL news with their trademark sense of humor.
Super Bowl champ, five time Pro Bowler, and legendary cornerback Richard Sherman teams up with broadcaster Taylor Rooks on this deep dive through the game's most unlikely and colorful stories, on and off the field.
Looking for a more general overview of all things football? This flagship podcast from The Athletic, hosted by NFL writer Robert Mays, with additional analysis from staffers including Mike Sando and Diante Lee, touches on everything from Draft Day to the Wild Card.
Alongside his brother, Harry, and sports psychologist Trevor Moawad, Super Bowl-winning QB Russell Wilson explores the inner workings of those stellar athletes and leaders who push the boundaries of performance. Guests range from Tim Tebow to Mikaela Shiffrin and beyond.
Journey through some of the game's greatest, most innovative leaders in this look at the coaches who changed the field forever. Former NFL GM Michael Lombardi offers perspective on these revolutionary strategies and philosophies.
Former NFL center Ryan Kalil elevates the conversation in Block Forever, a podcast tackling topics ranging from sports betting to playing through the pain from the vantage point of current and former coaches and players.
Get to the heart of the game with this account of a year spent following the Permian Panthers, a small-town high school football team. A compassionate look at race, poverty, and pressure, this evocative listen is truly special.
Renowned sports psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais and Super Bowl-winning coach Pete Carroll, who collaborated previously on Compete to Create, team up again in this personal look at the psychology of sport and performance.
If you're intrigued by the strategic elements of the game, the electric plays and stunning formations, this fascinating listen connects the dots between legendary moments on the field and chalkboard X's and O's.
Fans curious about the origins of the NFL will want to check out this sweeping tale of risk, rivalry, and reward—a definitive history of the five intrepid founders who elevated football to the national stage.
One of football's most inspirational figures, Michael Oher is perhaps best known for his portrayal in The Blind Side. Now, hear the courageous story of his journey from poverty to the big league in his own words.
64th Man
By Bryan Tucker, Zack Phillips
Narrated by John Cena, Anna Chlumsky, Jane Curtin, Will Forte, Leslie Jones, Adam Pally, full cast
A bit of an outlier on this list, 64th Man isn't a nonfic deep-dive, memoir, or podcast—but this scripted comedy is sure to make the game-day wait a heck of a lot brighter. In pro football, 53 players make it to the team roster every year, with 10 more making the practice squad. But Billy Logan? He's the 64th man, always just a stone's throw away from gridiron glory. An underdog story that's laugh-out-loud funny, this Audible Original comedy is led by John Cena, with a full cast including Anna Chlumsky, Will Forte, Jane Curtain, and Leslie Jones.
