The Athletic
Mentioned in 107 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A sports media company and publication owned by the New York Times, known for employing prominent beat writers and analysts covering the NFL, NBA, and baseball. The Athletic is frequently cited across sports podcasts as a source for in-depth reporting, player interviews, and expert commentary on trades, draft analysis, and team news. The company operates its own podcast network and has disrupted traditional sports journalism by recruiting top regional beat writers since its 2017 founding.
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Episode Mentions
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 21, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - Raiders have the right pieces, taking a look at the WCF & ECF, Jim Jackson
“Released player tier rankings that Colin Cowherd critiques and discusses regarding contract valuations”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · May 16, 2026
FantasyPros - 4 Fantasy Football DRAFT VALUES Experts Love to Target | Players Who Will Outperform Their Rankings (Ep. 2024)
“Jake Seely is employed by The Athletic as a fantasy football analyst and contributor”
The Zach Lowe Show · May 11, 2026
Knicks Complete the Sweep! Plus, the Wizards Get the First Pick, and Will Wemby Be Suspended?
“Fred Katz and other contributors provide analysis and reporting on NBA teams and players for the publication”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · May 4, 2026
Part 2: Cleveland Survives, Knicks-Sixers, and Whaddya Do for Denver, Houston, and Atlanta With Zach Lowe
“Sports journalism outlet; Zach Lowe references Athletic story about Rockets and Kevin Durant burner account situation”
The Ringer NFL Draft Show · Apr 25, 2026
NFL Draft Day 2: Nightmare WR Landing Spots, Steelers and Cardinals Take QBs, A Sean McVay Update, and RFK Jr's Awake Apnea
“Sports media outlet where Derek Lassen published analysis of Saints offense”
Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast · Apr 24, 2026
#600 - In Case You Missed It: 5 Things You Got To Know From This Week
“Sports media outlet where Diana Russini worked as a reporter before being fired”
Morning Brew Daily · Apr 24, 2026
US Soldier Caught Betting in Maduro Raid & Marijuana Reclassified as Less Dangerous
“Publication where NFL reporter Diana Russini resigned amid scandal involving Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel”
Macrodosing: Arian Foster and PFT Commenter · Apr 23, 2026
The Global Scam Call Network (ft. T-Bob) | April 23, 2026
“Sports journalism outlet referenced for quality reporting on NFL and sports industry stories”
The Daily · Apr 22, 2026
Inside Kash Patel’s F.B.I.
“Sponsor offering in-depth sports journalism and draft analysis”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Apr 18, 2026
Episode 921 | "Cheeks Come Out At Night"
“Sports journalism company that forced Diana Russini's resignation following infidelity scandal with NFL coach Mike Vrabel”
KSR · Apr 16, 2026
2026-04-16- KSR - Hour 2
“Sports media outlet where reporter Diana Rossini resigned following personal conduct controversy”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 16, 2026
1147: What is going on with LIV Golf?
“Reported LIV executive job eliminations and leadership being told of position losses at the Masters”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 15, 2026
Scott Jennings Rocks KC, Royals Press Forward, Dianna Russini's Lame Letter | 4-15-26
“Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic (owned by New York Times) following scandal with Patriots coach”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Apr 15, 2026
Kate, Hannah Montoya & Annika Debut Mostly Ladies | Mostly Sports EP 631 | 4.15.26
“Sports media company mentioned in context of Russini's employment and departure”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 15, 2026
What If Wednesday: Tax Code, Dianna Russini, and Joy Behar | 4-15-26
“Sports journalist Dianna Russini resigned from the company amid investigation into alleged relationship with NFL coach”
Go Birds! · Apr 15, 2026
Like A Candle In The Wicks
“Mentioned as conducting investigation into source of Jalen Hurts reporting”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 15, 2026
Full Show 04-15-2026
“Sports media outlet where NFL reporter Diana Rossini resigned following leaked photos with Patriots coach”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 15, 2026
Dirty 1: Sandra Bullock Makes IG Debut!
“NFL reporter Diana Rossini resigned from the publication following leaked photos with Patriots coach”
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff · Apr 15, 2026
Trump Thinks He’s Jesus. Iran Blockade Update. Ukrainian Robots Take a Battlefield. w/ Michael Steele.
“Co-reported with New York Times on New Jersey Transit World Cup event pricing”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 14, 2026
Defensive Ends on the Big Board // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 4/14 (Hour 4)
“Diana Rossini's employer where she resigned following investigation into her conduct and personal relationship”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 14, 2026
Dianna Russini Resigns from The Athletic // Garrett Crochet Hit hard in Minnesota // Bruins Close Out Regular Season Tonight - 4/14 (Hour 3)
“Diana Russini's employer where she resigned following the Vrabel incident and internal review process”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Hour 4
“Sports journalist Diana Racini was suspended/put on leave by The Athletic on Friday pending investigation”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 13, 2026
Fallout from Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini Scandal (4/13 Hour 1)
“Suspended Diana Russini pending investigation into photos; owned by New York Times; subject of internal reporting on own scandal”
Go Birds! · Apr 13, 2026
Go Birds! Daily, April 13th: 9 thoughts on Dontayvion Wicks trade; Myles Garrett trade next?
“Zach Berman cited for analysis of Wicks contract as largest WR investment since AJ Brown”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Agenda Free Friday Calls // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 4/10 (Hour 4)
“Investigating Rossini's claims about the meeting and sidelining her pending investigation results”
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay · Apr 10, 2026
Offset and the State of Hip-Hop in ATL. Plus, Trump’s Ceasefire in Iran
“Defended Diana Rossini's professionalism in response to photos with Mike Vrabel at Arizona resort”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Packers Draft Day Trade Targets!!!
“Source of mock draft projections and player rankings used in trade-up analysis”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 10, 2026
TRADES: Why the Packers will NOT be making their pick at 52 overall in the 2026 NFL draft
“Dane Brugler's comprehensive draft guide 'The Beast' published on The Athletic platform”
Pardon My Take · Apr 10, 2026
Masters Week, Jerry O'Connell As PMT Ombudsman, Boban Marjanović In Studio Plus Fyre Fest Of The Week
“Employer of Diana Russini; issued statement supporting her during alleged affair controversy”
Locked On LSU - Daily Podcast On LSU Tigers Football & Basketball · Apr 10, 2026
LSU vs Ole Miss Preview: Can Tiger Bats Wake Up vs ELITE Rebel Arms?!
“Keith Law's draft evaluation platform mentioned for prospect rankings and analysis of college baseball players”
No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
1141: Kicking Off The First Major Of The Year
“Media outlet publishing Masters preview content and player interviews; Justin Ray contributes golf statistics and analysis”
Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler · Apr 8, 2026
NFL Draft Preview Cram Sesh: NFC East + NFC North
“Dave Hellman is a co-host on The Athletic Football Show, covering NFL draft and team analysis”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 8, 2026
James Hagens Set to Join Bruins // Email of the Day // The Final Word - 4/8 (Hour 4)
“Diana Russini works as NFL insider for The Athletic, central figure in Vrabel scandal”
Morning Wire · Apr 8, 2026
Evening Wire: Ceasefire Day One & ‘Ghost Murmur’ Weapon Unveiled | 4.8.26
“Employer of NFL reporter Diana Rossini; issued statement regarding leaked photos of Patriots coach Mike Frable”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 8, 2026
Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini Allegations // Will Mike Vrabel Take a Hit from This? // Caller Reaction - 4/8 (Hour 2)
“Employer of Diana Russini; issued statement defending her as premier NFL journalist”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
LEFT TO ADDRESS: Could Offensive Tackle be the Chicago Bears 1st Round Priority? | CHGO Bears
“Sports media company where Dane Brugler publishes 'The Beast,' a 300,000-word comprehensive draft guide”
Andy & Ari On3 · Apr 8, 2026
FOREVER A BUCKEYE: Why Jeremiah Smith TURNED DOWN $10M to stay with Ohio State | Ty Simpson's STOCK in the NFL Draft | Michael Malone introduced at UNC
“Chris Lowe's employer; referenced for college football reporting and investigative journalism”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 8, 2026
PFT PM: Fernando Mendoza won't attend Draft + Future of NFL media deals
“Employer of reporter Diana Rossini; now part of New York Times; subject of editorial independence questions”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 8, 2026
April 8, 2026 Hour 3 Seth Everett
“David Moulton cited The Athletic as his primary source for NFL draft coverage and mock draft analysis”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 8, 2026
April 8, 2026 Hour 1
“Media company where a prominent sports reporter works; mentioned regarding salary and reporting independence”
The Daily · Apr 8, 2026
A Cease-Fire in Iran
“Employer of Dane Brugler, mentioned in pre-episode sponsorship segment about NFL Draft coverage”
ESPN FC · Apr 2, 2026
Chelsea's Club Model a bit Cucu?
“Publication where Moisés Caicedo's comments on Chelsea's transfer policy were reported”
Pack-A-Day: Your Daily Packers Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
Packers Draft Primer - Chris Bell - WR - Louisville
“Referenced as example of major sports media outlet operating behind paywall model”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 2 - Will The Seahawks Make One More Big Move, Robert Murray, Blue 88
“Robert Murray's previous employer where he covered the Brewers”
Mostly Sports With Mark Titus and Brandon Walker · Mar 31, 2026
We STILL Can't Get Over The UConn Win + Is Wemby Winning MVP? | Mostly Sports EP 619 | 3.31.26
“Sports media outlet that conducted MLB fan optimism survey featured in episode discussion”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 20, 2026
"Who Is Going to Pull a Pablo Torre on Pablo Torre?"
“Partnership with Meadowlark Media for sports journalism and distribution”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 12, 2026
Share & MMAmerica & Tell with Wyatt Cenac and Tim Miller
“Media company hosting Rates and Barrels baseball podcast mentioned in ad read”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Mar 10, 2026
How Billionaires Call the Shots in the NBA (and America), with TrueHoop's Henry Abbott
“Sports media outlet; Mike Vorkanov credited for reporting on Clippers investigation”
Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast · Feb 28, 2026
Effectively Wild Episode 2446: Season Preview Series: Cubs and Guardians
“Employer of both guest analysts Sahadev Sharma and Zach Meisel who cover Cubs and Guardians respectively”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 1
“Independent sports media outlet without NFL ties, speculated as potential source for leaked NFLPA survey”