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🏈 From Melbourne to the NFL stage! 🇦🇺 This week on Mind The Snap, we're joined by NFL's AUNZ Ambassador, content creator, and one of the leading voices helping grow American football in Australia and New Zealand - Tiffany Krylov. We dive into Tiffany's journey from discovering the game Down Under to becoming a key figure in the NFL's international growth. Along the way, we explore what it takes to build a community on the other side of the world, how AFL and NFL compare, and whether she can convince Lee and Ryan that the Cincinnati Bengals deserve a few more fans. 📍 In this episode: 🏈 Tiffany's NFL Origin StoryHow she first discovered the game and what sparked her passion for American football. 🇦🇺 NFL Community Down UnderThe challenges and opportunities of growing the NFL in Australia and New Zealand, plus what it's like following the sport from a completely different time zone. 🦘 AFL vs NFLOne of the biggest debates in Australian sport! We compare the two games, their cultures, athletes, and what fans of each code can learn from the other. ⚡ Quickfire RoundThe questions come thick and fast as Tiffany takes on the Mind The Snap quickfire challenge. 🐅 Bengals Sales PitchCan Tiffany convince us that the Cincinnati Bengals should be your NFL team? The pressure is on. Whether you're an NFL fan from Australia, the UK, the US, or anywhere else in the world, this episode is a great reminder that football truly has become a global game. 🎙️ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join the conversation in the comments. #NFL #TiffanyKrylov #AUNZ #NFLAustralia #AmericanFootball #CincinnatiBengals #MindTheSnap #NFLUK #NFLInternational #AFL #SportsPodcast

🏴‍☠️ SILVER & BLACK HAS NO BORDERS 🏴‍☠️ This week on Mind the Snap, we’re joined by Mexico’s International Fan of the Year for Las Vegas Raiders — Barbara Estrada! From discovering the Raiders during the rise of cable TV in Mexico, to becoming a passionate voice within Raider Nation MX, Barbara shares an incredible story about identity, resilience, community and what it truly means to wear Silver & Black. 🇲🇽 In this episode we cover:⚫ Barbara’s Raiders origin story⚪ What it’s like being an NFL fan in Mexico🏈 Her unforgettable NFL Draft experience🔥 Quick Fire Round chaos☠️ Why YOU should become a Raiders fan We also hear the amazing story of how Barbara found out she was heading to the Draft thanks to an encounter with Jimena Sánchez… and why she’s STILL waiting for Mike Washington Jr. to finally reach out 👀 Expect passion, stories from Raider Nation MX, plenty of laughs, and proof that the NFL community truly stretches across the world. 🎧 Listen now and join the chaos. #Raiders #RaiderNation #NFL #LasVegasRaiders #Mexico #NFLInternational #MindTheSnap #RaiderNationMX #SilverAndBlack

🏈 INTERNATIONAL FANS OF THE YEAR SPECIAL 🏈 This week on Mind the Snap, we’re joined by FIVE incredible NFL fans fresh back from Pittsburgh after representing their teams at the NFL Draft as International Fans of the Year! 🇺🇸✈️🇬🇧 Joining us this week: 🔴 Brad Symcox – Kansas City Chiefs🟢 Ant Cook – New York Jets🟣 Jamie Pembroke – Baltimore Ravens🟠 Wayne Collard – Miami Dolphins🟣 John Macdonald – Minnesota Vikings We dive into:🏟️ Their experiences in Pittsburgh during Draft weekend📖 Incredible stories from the trip🎤 What it’s REALLY like representing your NFL team abroad🔥 Why YOU should support their teams if you’re a new NFL fan😂 Travel chaos, fan culture, NFL passion and plenty of classic Mind the Snap carnage From the Kingdom to Gang Green, Skol Nation to Fins Up and Ravens Flock… this episode is a celebration of international NFL fandom and the community that makes this sport special. If you’re new to the NFL, thinking about choosing a team, or just love hearing fan stories from across the globe — this one’s for you. 👇 Let us know on the socials which fanbase would recruit you? #NFL #NFLDraft #KansasCityChiefs #Jets #Ravens #Vikings #Dolphins #NFLUK #MindTheSnap #AmericanFootball #InternationalFansOfTheYear

🎙️ Playing for more than the game 🎙️This week on Mind The Snap, we’re proud to take part in Podcasthon 2026, the global movement where podcasts come together to shine a light on incredible charities making a real difference in the world. For our charity episode, we’re supporting the life-saving work of the British Heart Foundation. Heart and circulatory diseases affect millions of people across the UK, and the British Heart Foundation funds groundbreaking research, supports medical innovation, and helps communities access life-saving equipment like defibrillators and CPR training. In this special episode, we talk about: • Why heart health matters more than people realise• The hidden risks like high blood pressure – the silent killer• The importance of research, prevention and early diagnosis• The incredible work the British Heart Foundation does every day to save lives We also put it the Mind The Snap way — explaining heart health using NFL comparisons, because sometimes the best way to understand something serious… is through the game we love. If you enjoy the episode, please consider supporting the British Heart Foundation. Even a small donation helps fund the research and innovation that saves lives every day. ❤️ Donate: https://www.bhf.org.ukhttps://www.justgiving.com/page/ryan-hubbard-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=020 🎙️ Part of: Podcasthon 2026 – podcasts supporting charities worldwide Because sometimes the most important plays happen off the field.

🎙️ **Mind The Snap – Episode 28: Season 1 Awards, Receipts & North Division Reality Checks** Season 1… wrapped. And because this is Mind The Snap, we’re not just walking off quietly — we’re opening the books, checking the tapes, and reading out the receipts. This week’s episode is a full Season 1 reflection special, and yes… some of our early takes are under serious review. Here’s what’s on the slate: 🏈 **Season 1 Recap**The storylines that defined the year, the teams that surprised us, and the narratives that completely flipped by the end. 🏆 **Snappers of the Year Awards**Our official (and occasionally chaotic) end-of-season honours. MVPs, difference-makers, and the players who truly moved the needle. 🎯 **Pick 6 – Weeks 1–6 Results**The accountability segment. Who dominated? Who struggled? Who needs to retire from predictions immediately? 📊 **Divisional Predictions Revisited – NFC North & AFC North**We go back to our preseason calls and see how they aged. Some look solid. Some… not so much. 👏 **Season 1 Guest Shout-Outs**A proper thank you to everyone who joined us in Season 1. The guests helped shape the show, raise the level, and bring the chaos in all the right ways. Episode 28 is reflection, recognition, and a little self-evaluation — exactly how a season review should be. Strap in. The tape doesn’t lie.

🏈 Episode 26: “Road to the Lombardi: Super Bowl 60 Preview” This week on the pod, we’re diving head-first into Super Bowl LX — the epic showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, set for February 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. We break down everything you need to know ahead of kickoff! 🎙 Quarterback BreakdownWe take a hard look at both signal callers — Seattle’s seasoned Sam Darnold, who’s carved a redemption arc all the way to the Super Bowl, and New England’s young dual-threat phenom Drake Maye. Who handles the pressure on the big stage? Who’s got the edge in anticipation, mobility and clutch playmaking? 🌟 Players to WatchIt’s not just about the QBs: we highlight game-changers like Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Rashid Shaheed for the Seahawks, explosive playmakers who could tilt the game, and the Patriots’ weapons like Stefon Diggs and Rhamondre Stevenson — plus key defensive stars who make this one of the most intriguing matchups of the season. 🏆 What Each Team Needs to Do to WinWe break down the keys to victory: Seattle will look to leverage its elite defense and create pressure, especially in the passing game, while hitting big plays when they matter most. New England’s path to the Lombardi could lie in controlling the clock, forcing turnovers, and keeping Maye protected against Seattle’s rush. ⚔️ Offense vs. DefenceWhich unit has the real advantage? We compare Seattle’s stout defensive front and opportunistic secondary with New England’s dynamic offensive schemes and efficiency in creating explosive plays — and discuss how matchups like Jaxon Smith-Njigba vs. Christian Gonzalez could decide the outcome. Whether you’re setting your Super Bowl parties, settling bets, or just basking in America’s biggest game, this episode has got you covered! 🏆

🎙️ Mind the Snap – Episode 24 The road to the Super Bowl is narrowing, the pressure is peaking, and we’ve got the perfect guest to break it all down. IntroRyan and Lee set the scene as we hit the business end of the NFL season. The nerves are real, the stakes are higher than ever, and the Championship Games are finally in sight. GuestWe’re joined by the brilliant Hannah Wilkes; one of the most recognisable faces and voices in UK sport. From anchoring Sky Sports Breakfast to fronting flagship NFL coverage, Hannah shares her journey, her love of the game, and what it’s really like covering the biggest moments in American football on a global stage. Divisional Round ReviewWe look back at a wild Divisional Round weekend; clutch plays, season-defining moments, and teams finding ways to survive when it mattered most. Who stepped up, who fell short, and what it all tells us heading into Championship Sunday. Championship Game PreviewIt’s win or go home. We preview both Championship matchups, dig into the key storylines, matchups that will decide the games, and ask the big question: who’s booking their tickets to the Super Bowl? OutroFinal thoughts, bold calls, and a moment to soak it all in; because this is what playoff football is all about. Strap in, Snappers… it doesn’t get much better than this. 🎧 Listen now and snap into the biggest weekend of the NFL season.

This week on Mind the Snap, we’re joined by the voice that helped introduce the NFL to a generation of UK fans — Neil Reynolds. From Super Bowls and Sunday night classics to London Games and late-night studio debates, Neil has been at the heart of American football coverage in the UK for over two decades. In this special guest episode, Ryan and Lee sit down with Neil to talk all things NFL — past, present, and future. We get into: Neil’s journey covering the NFL and how the UK scene has evolved The moments, players, and games that still stick with him The growth of the sport in Britain and what’s next for UK NFL fans Stories from behind the mic, behind the scenes, and across the Atlantic It’s insight, nostalgia, and proper UK-NFL chat — with a few laughs along the way. Whether you’ve followed the NFL since the Channel 4 days or you’re new to the game, this is a must-listen Mind the Snap special. 🎧 Listen now — and Mind the Snap.

🎙 Episode 21 – Welcome back to Mind The Snap! Two Brits. One NFL obsession. Zero prior experience. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of American football — learning, laughing, and making plenty of rookie mistakes along the way. This episode includes: 📰 NewsA rundown of the latest NFL headlines — from new contracts to media battles — plus our takes (some informed, some… not so much). 🔮 Reviews & Predictions We then run through our last weeks picks before putting our reputations on the line with bold predictions for the coming week. Will we get them right? Probably not. But that’s half the fun. Whether you’re a seasoned NFL fan or just figuring out that a quarterback isn’t a coin, Mind The Snap is here to make the game more fun, more approachable, and just a little bit British.

🎙 The Playoffs – Welcome back to Mind The Snap! Two Brits. One NFL obsession. Zero prior experience. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of American football — learning, laughing, and making plenty of rookie mistakes along the way. This Special Episode gives a run down on the AFC & NFC playoff chances, who's in it to win it and who is out and on the beach already. Whether you’re a seasoned NFL fan or just figuring out that a quarterback isn’t a coin, Mind The Snap is here to make the game more fun, more approachable, and just a little bit British.

🎙 Episode 18 – Welcome back to Mind The Snap! Two Brits. One NFL obsession. Zero prior experience. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of American football — learning, laughing, and making plenty of rookie mistakes along the way. This episode includes: 📰 NewsA rundown of the latest NFL headlines — from new contracts to media battles — plus our takes (some informed, some… not so much). 🔮 Reviews & Predictions We then run through our last weeks picks before putting our reputations on the line with bold predictions for the coming week. Will we get them right? Probably not. But that’s half the fun. Whether you’re a seasoned NFL fan or just figuring out that a quarterback isn’t a coin, Mind The Snap is here to make the game more fun, more approachable, and just a little bit British.

🎙 Episode 16 – Welcome back to Mind The Snap! Two Brits. One NFL obsession. Zero prior experience. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of American football — learning, laughing, and making plenty of rookie mistakes along the way. This episode includes: 📰 NewsA rundown of the latest NFL headlines — from new contracts to media battles — plus our takes (some informed, some… not so much). 🔮 Reviews & Predictions We then run through our last weeks picks before putting our reputations on the line with bold predictions for the coming week. Will we get them right? Probably not. But that’s half the fun. Whether you’re a seasoned NFL fan or just figuring out that a quarterback isn’t a coin, Mind The Snap is here to make the game more fun, more approachable, and just a little bit British.

🎙 Episode 14 – Welcome back to Mind The Snap! Two Brits. One NFL obsession. Zero prior experience. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of American football — learning, laughing, and making plenty of rookie mistakes along the way. This episode includes: NewsA rundown of the latest NFL headlines — from new contracts to media battles — plus our takes (some informed, some… not so much). Reviews & Predictions First off we run through our last weeks picks before putting our reputations on the line with bold predictions for the coming week. Will we get them right? Probably not. But that’s half the fun. Mid Season Rewards It is that time of year at Snappers HQ where we hand out our version some virtual trinkets to the players & teams so far this season. Whether you’re a seasoned NFL fan or just figuring out that a quarterback isn’t a coin, Mind The Snap is here to make the game more fun, more approachable, and just a little bit British.