NFL Total Access: The Locker Room

Pro Football Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to discuss the evolution of the tight end position. First, Tony tells a locker room story about how his teammates tricked a young player into thinking he won the lottery! Then he discusses the league's top tight ends today and how he would have stacked up against players such as Travis Kelce, George Kittle and Kyle Pitts. Later, he talks about his transition from college to the NFL and how his coach Steve Mariucci tried to convince him to play an extra year at Cal. To round out the show, the group make their predictions and point out what to watch for during week 2 of the 2021 NFL season. NFL Total Access: The Locker Room is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com [https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com]

Minnesota Vikings Ring of Honor member Steve Jordan joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to compare and contrast his days playing in the NFL now when his son, Cameron Jordan, is playing for the New Orleans Saints. First, Steve tells a locker room story about how as a rookie following the 1982 NFL lockout player salaries became publicly known. Then he recounts stories about his teammates including Hall of Fame wide receiver Cris Carter. Later, he talks about his son Cameron, and how the Saints defensive end once had no interest in ever playing football! To round out the show, the group make their predictions for the Saints and Vikings 2021 season and project which teams will be in the playoffs this season. NFL Total Access: The Locker Room is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com [https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com]

Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo are back to get your ready for week one of the biggest NFL season ever! In this episode, the hosts go game-by-game, asking the most important questions for each matchup. First, they discuss the Dallas Cowboys and whether quarterback Dak Prescott, who was sidelined during the preseason will be ready for Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2021 Kickoff Game. Next, they discuss the Philadelphia Eagles, and whether or not head coach Nick Sirianni went too easy on the team during the offseason. Later, the duo talk about the Chicago Bears, and discuss whether or not they expect rookie QB Justin Fields to lead the team in Los Angeles for opening night against the Rams. To wrap the show, M-Rob and Garafolo remember their friend and colleague Tara Deeker, who tragically passed away during the last week. NFL Total Access: The Locker Room is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com [https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com]

Less than six months after retirement, three-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Donald Penn joins Michael Robinson and Mike Garafolo on NFL Total Access: The Locker Room to share all the stories he couldn't reveal during his playing days. First, Donald Penn tells a locker room story about how he lost a series of bets to Khalil Mack playing trash can basketball in Oakland. On the topic of Mack, Penn goes on to criticize the decision made by the Oakland Raiders not to extend the contract of the former defensive player of the year, allowing him to join the Chicago Bears. Next, Penn discusses his decision to retire as a Las Vegas Raider despite spending more of his playing career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Later, he reveals new details surrounding his 2018 move from left tackle to right tackle, a change that ultimately led to his Raiders release. Finally, Donald Penn discusses his last year in league as a member of the Washington Redskins. NFL Total Access: The Locker Room is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com [https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com]

Mike Garafolo makes his hosting debut alongside Michael Robinson to begin a new season of NFL Total Access: The Locker Room. First, Garafolo talks about his playing days and a time where he learned information he wasn't supposed to know about while reporting. Then, the duo discuss Cam Newton including why they think he and the New England Patriots parted ways and what's next for the former NFL MVP. Next, they chat about some of the League's rookie quarterbacks and map out routes for Justin Fields and Trey Lance to earn starting jobs for the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers respectively. NFL Total Access: The Locker Room is part of the NFL Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com [https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com]