Podcast
Block Forever
Hosted by Audiorama · EN
NFL All-Pro Ryan Kalil is about to take the conversation about football to the next level.
Block Forever is giving NFL fans an insider’s look at the game through the eyes of the greatest players and personalities of all time.
Host Ryan Kalil talks the biggest game of the week with top players, coaches, and former pros from across the league. He tackles topics like the players’ psyches, sports betting, playing through pain, being a leader, and how to deal with combative teammates. Together, Kalil and his guests get real about what happens on the field and behind the scenes—inside locker rooms, during team meetings, and back at the hotel.
New episodes of Block Forever will be recorded and released every week ahead of Thursday Night Football, bringing the most up-to-date insights directly to fans.
Nothing is out of bounds.
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Episodes
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Dwight Freeney, Tyler Linderbaum & Brandon Scherff
Dec 28, 202200:43:48Tap to summarizeA triple header of interviews for our season finale. First up, Colts wrecking ball Dwight Freeney has some thoughts on the Patriots rivalry and "system quarterback" Tom Brady. And later in the show, Ryan checks in with a pair of Iowa lineman, Ravens rookie Tyler Linderbaum, who has quickly solidified himself as one of the best centers in the game, and Jaguars guard Brandon Scherff, who recounts playing quarterback in high school at 300 lbs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Clay Matthews
Dec 21, 202200:45:59Tap to summarizeFrom USC walk-on to likely NFL Hallof Famer, it's been quite a ride forClay Matthews. In his first podcast appearance ever, the former Packers linebacker talks with Ryan about a Patriots draft day mix-up, what it takes to click with Aaron Rodgers, and why giving pregame speeches to the team was actually harder than playing on Sunday. Clay also reveals just how close he was to re-signing with Green Bay and why he called it quits with gas in the tank.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Andrew Whitworth
Dec 14, 202200:41:20Tap to summarizeThe Louisiana Kid AKA Big Whit is unlike any lineman in the game, past or present. The former Bengals and Rams tackle explains how obsessively hitting golf balls helped his blocking technique, why he thought the Rams were soft when he arrived in 2017, and exactly what was the secret to his unparalleled longevity. Andrew Whitworth is what Block Forever is all about.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Brian Cushing & David Andrews
Dec 7, 202200:50:54Tap to summarizeFrom the moment he tackled a classmate at 2nd grade recess, Brian Cushing knew playing in the NFL was the plan. High school, college and NFL mega-success followed but it wasn't all gravy. The former Texans LB shares gets introspective about challenges and missteps along the way. And later, Patriots center David Andrews shares with Ryan how Tom Brady made his first game hell, who was the Patriots' secret weapon, and why too much baby powder is never enough.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Steve Smith
Nov 30, 202200:32:50Tap to summarizeSteve Smith Sr. was a bad man. Ryan reunites with his former teammate, the greatest receiver in Panthers history, to talk about chess matches vs defensive backs, prank wars with teammates, his locker room shower rules, and the time he actually got traded to the Patriots. Never a dull moment with the outspoken but introspective Agent 89.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Sean Payton
Nov 16, 202200:43:39Tap to summarizeThe straightest of straight shooters, Sean Payton, hops on with Ryan and shares an interesting Jeff Saturday hiring comp, gives an update on his own coaching future (which might aggravate certain fan bases) and shares his pre-draft thoughts on Christian McCaffrey vs Alvin Kamara. The former Saints HC also explains why coaching in the NFL beats college and what stealing plays has in common with the Taco Bell menu.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Luke Keuchly
Nov 9, 202200:42:03Tap to summarizeHe was Clark Kent off the football field and Superman on it. Luke Kuechly, one of the greatest linebackers of his generation, shares how he watched film, why he attacked Tony Romo on the field, and how he'd defend Lamar Jackson if he was still playing. The former Carolina Panther also reveals the time he got dressed down by Sean McDermott and gives an update on his potential return to the NFL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Juju Smith-Schuster & Nick Mangold
Nov 2, 202200:53:27Tap to summarizeJuJu Smith-Schuster is the best because he simply cannot avoid giving his honest opinion. The KC wideout on the most annoying position group, the stylistic differences in balls thrown by Patrick Mahomes and Big Ben, and what goes through his head when he sees Antonio Brown's name trending. Later, big fella Nick Mangold, on secret Jets practices, the problem he had with Brett Favre, and why his old nemesis, Tom Brady, is being a crappy teammate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Brandon Beane & Ben Jones
Oct 26, 202200:51:57Tap to summarizeBuffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane tells host Ryan Kalil about how Cam Newton led to the Josh Allen pick, which types of players are not worth the headache, and the text message he got in a Wendy's drive-thru that changed his life. Then, Titans center Ben Jones explains how to prank Coach Vrabel, and the funny trick DBs attempt to avoid tackling Derrick Henry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Matthew Slater & Jackie Slater
Oct 19, 202200:51:58Tap to summarizeWould you rather be yelled at by Bill Belichick or Tom Brady? Patriots captain Matthew Slater answers that question and reveals the most underrated player of the New England dynasty. Later, Matt's dad, Hall of Fame tackle Jackie Slater explains how to neutralize the game's best defensive ends and why he couldn't play today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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