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Is the Lions hype for real?

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On our trip to Detroit, I catch up with Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press. Nobody covers the team on a day-to-day basis better than Dave. Be sure...

Hang out with Warren Moon as a Go Long VIP

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cannot wait for this one.Hall-of-Famer Warren Moon will hang out with our VIP members this Friday night on the next Go Long Happy Hour. To join, upgra...

2023 Go Long QB Draft, Picks 9-21: Will Aaron Rodgers succeed in NJ?

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We pick up with Part II right here. The first Go Long Quarterback Draft continues with co-host Jim Monos, The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn and myself.F...

2023 Go Long QB Draft, Picks 1-8: Mahomes, Allen or Burrow?

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This was fun.At Fattey Beer Company's Hamburg location, I'm joined by co-host Jim Monos and recurring guest Matthew Fairburn, of The Athletic, for our...

The Raiders & Jimmy G swim in no man's land

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's the plan? It doesn't appear the Raiders have one. Yes, they can get out of the Jimmy Garoppolo contract if he injuries his foot. Yes, injury cl...

Patrick Laird will make you think

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When in Tampa, one must visit Cigar City Brewing to drink Jai Alai. So why not share some IPAs with one of the most downright curious players in the e...

Narrated: Part II, What Happened to Kevin Kolb?

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We know it's difficult finding time to read stories... especially when it's 80 degrees and sunny outside. Over at GoLongTD.com, I'll start including a...

Narrated: Part I, What Happened to Kevin Kolb?

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We know it's difficult finding time to read stories... especially when it's 80 degrees and sunny outside. Over at GoLongTD.com, I'll start including a...

Life After Tom Brady begins in Tampa Bay

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our Go Long OTA tour continues through rain-soaked Florida. Expect many features in the coming weeks at Go Long from the trip. Subscribe today if you'...

Evolve or die (Buffalo is evolving)

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The great adaptation is underway. We bring on co-host Jim Monos to explore Isaiah McKenzie's "snow" comments with further nuance. The Buffalo Bills ha...

Snow? Here's why Isaiah McKenzie has a point

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You never know when a spark will lead to a wildfire, but apparently people are unhappy with Isaiah McKenzie's comments on our Happy Hour! ICYMI, here'...

Tiki Barber is at peace

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

He was charismatic, opinionated, electric on the field and retired at the absolute peak of his powers. In so many ways, Tiki Barber was years ahead of...

Dak or McCarthy?

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A free-wheelin' pod from Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg, NY.We debate the "elite"-ness of Trevor Lawrence and where the Jacksonville quarterback stack...

Ben Leber and the NFL's violent reality

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

His 2009 Minnesota Vikings fell victim to the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Championship, but it's not "Bountygate" that pisses off Ben Leber to this ...

Why Kevin Kolb is the story of pro football

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The conversation continues here on the podcast with co-host Jim Monos. For every Patrick Mahomes, there's Kevin Kolb. Tragedy to the triumph. Yet, as ...

Happy Hour: Isaiah McKenzie says goodbye to the Bills (and a lot more)

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

He's back. Isaiah McKenzie hangs out with subscribers on the Go Long Happy Hour. Everything is on the table with the former podcast co-host, too.His B...

The Lions (and Falcons) don't care about your feelings

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Both teams took running backs in the first round and both teams have a master plan. Will it work? I discuss live at Fattey Beer Company in Hamburg wit...

Will Levis falls (and falls)

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why? A solo pod to discuss. This might be the best spot for the polarizing Kentucky quarterback. Also, this was a solid weekend for the Pittsburgh Ste...

Happy Hour: Bob McGinn on the Packers, NFL Draft

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here's our latest "Happy Hour" at the site! From last night, our Hall of Fame sports writer hangs out with Go Long subscribers to talk Packers and wra...

Return of the Back! (Round 1 was fun)

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let Detroit and Atlanta cook -- running backs are back, baby. Why Anthony Richardson and the Colts are a perfect fit. Dalton Kincaid is exactly what B...

This is the Bills' most important draft since 2018

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What will Buffalo do? Head coach Sean McDermott has had final say since taking control, but can everyone agree that going offense is the best strategy...

Aaron Rodgers trade, a tale of two franchises

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We learned everything we needed to know about the Green Bay Packers and the New York Jets with this trade.New York is desperate. Green Bay was diligen...

C.J. Stroud and the 'S2' debate

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much should teams factor in his 18% on the cognitive test? Our Bob McGinn at Go Long turned heads with his reporting on the rise of the S2 test. A...

The 49ers dangle Trey Lance

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes, you've got to read between the lines. San Francisco dropped the first bread crumb on Wednesday with NFL Network reporting the team is recei...

Would you draft Jalen Carter?

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This year's colossal character risk? Georgia's mammoth defensive tackle Jalen Carter. Every team at the top of the draft is doing everything they poss...

A Packers draft thought

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rebuilding? Maybe. But this is a team that can win in this year's NFC. A quick solo pod today, with thoughts on the Green Bay Packers as the draft clo...

The Anthony Richardson Dilemma

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Monos sees a lost cause.I see an extremely high ceiling and an extremely low floor. Full column at GoLongTD.com: https://www.golongtd.com/p/how-an...

Mailbag! On Miami's pursuit of the Bills...

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribers to GoLongTD.com can read the full mailbag. Thanks to all who submitted questions: https://www.golongtd.com/p/mailbag-did-miami-close-the-g...

Should Bryce Young go No. 1? Mike Rodak dissects

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Arguably nobody knows the quarterback's game better than Mike Rodak of AL.com. He has seen every snap. He covered Tua Tagovailoa, Mac Jones and Jalen ...

Happy Hour: Rob Johnson tells all

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the former Buffalo Bills quarterback (and Buccaneers champ) like never before on this Happy Hour Replay. To join our hangouts sessions, upgrade t...

You're invited to the Rob Johnson Happy Hour

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

That's right! We'd love for YOU to join tonight's Happy Hour with former Buffalo Bills quarterback Rob Johnson. The man will have many, many stories t...

Get yourself a tight end this draft

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This draft could be special at the position. Here's why the position's so important.A solo pod today.To learn how tight ends are saving the sport itse...

Fear the Falcons?

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Greetings! We come at you live from Fattey Beer in the village of Hamburg, NY, with some jazz music in the background. Did Calais Campbell choosing At...

LeRoy Butler takes the QB's behavior 'personal'

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Miss the story and full Q&A at Go Long? Here are LeRoy Butler's full thoughts: https://www.golongtd.com/p/leroy-butler-weighs-in-that-g-willThe Pro Fo...

Inside Tavon Wilson's football fight

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's never a coincidence. For a player to last a full 10 years in the NFL, he's got to have a special fight to him.That is most certainly the case wit...

Hey, look at those Falcons

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Calais Campbell signing is interesting. If this veteran -- at this point of his career -- is actively choosing Atlanta, this organization must be ...

Lamar waits (and asks for a trade)

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lamar Jackson publicly makes his intentions known. Which team could enter the chat? A solo episode today to discuss. Subscribe to Go Long at www.golon...

Holding back Josh Allen would be insane

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Buffalo Bills conversation must continue with the team's head coach declaring that Josh Allen needs to run less. An odd statement, true, but a sta...

Happy Hour: Jamal Lewis would do it all again

25 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jamal Lewis hangs out with Go Long VIP subscribers. To upgrade and join future Happy Hours, bang it here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foun...

Go Long x Purple Insider NFC North spectacular

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This was fun.I joined Matthew Coller of Purple Insider to dissect everything Vikings, Packers and NFC North. What's the Vikings' plan of attack with a...

VIPs: Hang out with Jamal Lewis TONIGHT!

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Become a VIP subscriber at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingWhen you do, you'll get a signed copy of "The Bloo...

Zaire Franklin will never quit

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What a life it's been for Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin. He lost both his mother and grandmother before playing a down at Syracuse. Bot...

The Panthers mean business

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who separated themselves in free agency? The Jacksonville Jaguars were proof that spending in March can pay off. And across the league, owners and GMs...

Analyzing the Buffalo Bills offseason

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

They're very, very close. Here on the podcast, with co-host Jim Monos, we discuss if the Buffalo Bills are taking the right steps toward winning the S...

Meet Trent Sherfield

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Buffalo Bills are clearly avid Go Long readers, eh? Last week, they signed Deonte Harty, who shared his story in 2021: https://www.golongtd.com/p/...

NFL Potpourri: Daniel Jones, Percy Harvin, Jackrabbit, Falcons!

18 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey! What about those New York Giants? To get the front-office perspective on GM Joe Schoen's plan, we bring on co-host Jim Monos. The Bills decided t...

Pat Leonard on Daniel Jones and the Giants' direction

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What a week for the New York Giants. GM Joe Schoen was able to lock up Daniel Jones, and the contract is more team-friendly than you may think. Saquon...

Conor Orr on why the Jets are all-in on Aaron Rodgers

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We check in with the exceptional Conor Orr of Sports Illustrated to see why the New York Jets are taking on the massive risk that is... Aaron Rodgers....

Free agency Bonanza

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Green Bay Packers have moved on to Jordan Love. The New York Jets want Aaron Rodgers.What's the hold-up? We discuss on the podcast.Also, Jimmy Gar...

Mark Murphy tells you it's Love Time

11 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Packers president says what Go Long readers have known -- the team is moving on to Jordan Love. A trade must be close given Mark Murphy's comments...

Collusion?

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The case of Lamar Jackson is... curious. We examine an odd tag deadline day for the Ravens quarterback. Why did so many teams immediately declare thei...

What now? Tom Silverstein on Aaron Rodgers and the Packers

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don't be surprised if Aaron Rodgers waits longer. He's got a lot of leverage here, even if the Packers are itching to move on. For more clarity on the...

Jon Feliciano, unfiltered

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over at GoLongTD.com, I've got a feature live on guard Jon Feliciano, who'd love to be back with the New York Giants. He was unbelievably candid on al...

Leslie Frazier is out. What does it mean?

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There was a Bills bombshell here at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Leslie Frazier is stepping down as the team's defensive coordinator, and plans to...

McGinn Packers Wrap, Part II: Hope in the defense?

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The position-by-position look back at the 2022 Green Bay Packers with a look ahead to 2023... and a ton of quarterback talk.To get all McGinn episodes...

McGinn Packers Wrap, Part I... with more on his report

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The position-by-position look back at the 2022 Green Bay Packers with a look ahead to 2023... and a ton of quarterback talk. To get all McGinn episode...

QB decisions, Part II: Derek Carr, Daniel Jones, Lamar Jackson

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The conversation continues with a look a the other three quarterbacks whose futures are unknown.Jim Monos loves what the Ravens are doing, and sees th...

QB decisions, Part I: What will Aaron Rodgers decide?

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On Part I, Jim Monos and myself talk Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love. The first domino will fall in Green Bay.Our longtime NFC exec believes Rodgers sta...

McGinn drops a bomb

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a perfect time to subscribe to Go Long. The full episode with Bob McGinn detailing why the Packers are prepared to move from Aaron Rodgers is ava...

Happy Hour: T.J. Lang opens up

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Become a Go Long VIP member to hang out with players around the NFL: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingThis past Friday night, T.J. Lang...

ALERT: Hang out with T.J. Lang Friday!

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our Happy Hours continue Friday, Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. (EST). We'll be kicking back with T.J. Lang, a Packers/Lions great. Become a VIP member today to ge...

Super Bowl, Part II: Jalen Hurts, the Eagles and the Bills' 2023 plan

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In Part II of our Super Bowl podcast discussion, we examine the other team in this classic: Philly. Jalen Hurts was spectacular. The defense was not. ...

Super Bowl, Part I: Patrick Mahomes is a football god

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

First up, a full conversation on Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid and the Chiefs. The quarterback continues to amaze everyone who watches this sport. Reid h...

Happy Hour: The Jamaal Williams Experience

11 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to hang out with NFL players at Go Long? Become a VIP subscriber today for full access: https://www.golongtd.com/subscribe?plan=foundingNe...

Andy Reid... the greatest coach ever?

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey, there's a take.But hear Jim Monos out. Our resident co-host has some (very) strong thoughts on the Kansas City Chiefs' head man. We also look bac...

Reed Blankenship: 'I don’t fear anything'

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Philadelphia's own Rocky Balboa, an undrafted safety who goes by "Ghost." You can read the full story at Go Long: From Nick Saban's slight at a h...

How did the Eagles get here?

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Berman of The Athletic joins the show to discuss how in the hell Philly got to this Super Bowl. Wasn't it just a couple seasons ago that this tea...

Reliving Jim Monos' days as an Eagles scout

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl, it's only right to spend an episode reminiscing about Jim Monos' early days as an NFL scout in Philly....

Read Bob McGinn's Barry Sanders Feature at GoLongTD.com!

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 1989 draft set the course for several franchises, and the most electrifying player in the history of the sport was central to it all.Our Bob McGin...

Will Philly's physicality reign supreme?

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lest we forget there was another conference championship game played on Sunday. We talked plenty about the Chiefs-Bengals game right here with Jim Mon...

It's (still) a Patrick Mahomes World

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The best player in the league reminds everybody why he's the best player in the league. Also, Chris Jones dominates. And the Kansas City Chiefs' smart...

From the Bengals locker room...

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's Championship Sunday. Hey, here is some sound from the Bengals locker room.You can read the full feature on "The Villains" in Cincinnati right her...

How can the 49ers win in Philadelphia?

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm joined by the Niners Wire's Kyle Madson to break down the NFC Championship Game.Can Brock Purdy withstand the Eagles pass rush? What makes Fred Wa...

Patrick Mahomes' bum ankle, "Burrowhead," and... footballs thrown at Spags' head

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's about time we talked about the Chiefs. Joshua Brisco, the co-host of The Zone and host of Chiefs Postgame on @SportsRadio810 joins the podcast fo...

Did the 49ers create a new QB model? It's complicated...

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribe to GoLongTD.com for our full playoff coverage. On today's solo podcast, I zoom out to explore whether or not Brock Purdy's success will more...

First look at Championship Sunday

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A solo podcast to start your morning. Here's a quick first preview of the conference championship games... with a little more Buffalo Bills talk.Go Lo...

A total Bills no-show

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There was a playoff game played at Highmark Stadium on Sunday, but the Bills didn't appeared too interested in participating.Sean McDermott's team was...

Happy Hour: Stevie Johnson is still having fun

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our 2023 Happy Hours have begun at GoLongTD.com. First up: Stevie Johnson.As always, this is YOUR chance to hang out with NFL players, past and presen...

Why Isaiah Hodgins is here to stay

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Go Long again catches up with the New York Giants' rising star at wide receiver: Isaiah Hodgins.His story is an inspiring one, and he's scripting it w...

Jaguars OT Walker Little on Doug Pederson's "crystal ball"

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can read our full story on the Jacksonville Jaguars' turnaround at GoLongTD.com right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/were-not-scared-of-anything...

Live Podcast set for Saturday!

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us at Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY at 6 p.m. on SATURDAY for a co-pod bonanza. The excellent Paul Dehner Jr and Jay Morrison of The At...

Dak Prescott's special touch

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's been far too long since we discussed the Dallas Cowboys. That changes this episode with Michael Gehlkin, the exceptional Cowboys beat writer at T...

AFC Wild Card Wrap: The Bills' near-disaster

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're splitting our podcast talk into two different episodes to wrap up the wild card games. First up, the AFC. Buffalo and Cincinnati advanced but, h...

Bob McGinn on the Packers' loss to the Lions

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

GoLongTD.com's Bob McGinn dissects the Packers' 20-16 loss to the Lions as only he can. Similar to his weekly breakdowns last season, McGinn takes it ...

Now, the Buffalo Bills' season begins (with Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News)

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Live from Fattey Beer Company in Orchard Park, NY, here is our pre-playoff podcast. We stay on the Buffalo Bills with special guest Jay Skurski of The...

Isaiah McKenzie Show S2 E8: The night a teammate nearly died

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Isaiah McKenzie heard that Damar Hamlin did not have a pulse and thought his teammate died on the football field. What was possibly going through ever...

Isaiah McKenzie Show S2, E8: The night a teammate nearly died

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What we all saw on Monday Night Football in Cincinnati was horrifying.But what’s it like as an NFL player to think your teammate died on a football ...

The Wild Card matchups are set

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who plays who? Who'll win? A quick first look.Be sure to subscribe to Go Long for full NFL postseason coverage: golongtd.com/subscribeLearn more about...

Week 18 Fattey Locks!

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Playoff spots are on the line. Go ahead and LOCK these picks in. They're good as gold. Read full coverage at GoLongTD.com.And remember to make your wa...

Damar Hamlin, life and football

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Damar Hamlin has entered the fight of his life. The signs, so far, are good. This is the scariest thing any of us have seen on a football field.We try...

Welcome to Bills-Bengals, the game of the year

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A live show!Go Long hit the road for what may be the biggest regular-season game this NFL season. So much playoff positioning is on the line tonight a...

One more day! Subscribe to Go Long at 25% off

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

GoLongTD.com is completely powered by YOU. No corporations, no advertisers. You have ONE MORE DAY to take advantage of our holiday special. CLICK THIS...

Inside the Daniel Jones decision

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribers can read the full 7,000 words on Daniel Jones' future at Go Long right here: https://www.golongtd.com/p/is-daniel-jones-the-futureThe Gian...

The Minnesota Vikings enigma

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are they good? Bad? We debate. Jim Monos has concerns, while I see a path. How the Minnesota Vikings perform at Lambeau Field Sunday will say plenty a...

Isaiah Hodgins: 'The sky’s the limit for me’

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

He had no clue what to expect. The 24 hours after Buffalo released him, Isaiah Hodgins didn't know where his family would go. To Buffalo's practice sq...

Could these sleepers go on a Super Bowl run?

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Buffalo, Cincinnati, Kansas City, Philadelphia, San Francisco.... and, yes, I'll throw those Minnesota Vikings in the mix after the greatest comeback ...

Isaiah McKenzie Show, S2 Ep7: How the Buffalo Bills find ways to win

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The psychology of a Super Bowl contender matters in mid-December. Wins like this are a must.The Buffalo Bills trailed by eight in the fourth quarter a...

Isaiah McKenzie Show S2 E7: How the Buffalo Bills find ways to win

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is a value to winning close games. Seasons past, yes, the Buffalo Bills managed to lose games like this.On this episode of the Isaiah McKenzie -...

Let it snow! (Bills-Dolphins will be fun)

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins meet for some December football. It will snow. There's no dome. This will be fun.Can Buffalo get its offense back...

Preview: HOF'er Kurt Warner dissects Tua's funk

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tua Tagovailoa was lighting up the NFL. An MVP candidate. Everything - finally - was coming together.Two losses now have the Miami Dolphins descending...