The Dream Team recaps the NFL free agency period by buying, selling, and holding stock in relation to which teams made the best moves over the past week. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Austin Gayle, Steven Ruiz, and Lindsay Jones Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Musical Elements: Devon ...
Mar 20, 2024•2 hr 39 min
Justin Fields was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night for a sixth-round pick. Why was the compensation for Fields so low? Sheil and Ben discuss whether the Bears did Fields a solid or the market wasn't there for him. Which AFC team has had the most underrated offseason so far, and which one has taken a step back? Plus, who’s the best wide receiver in the 2024 NFL draft? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Sheil and Ben start the pod with the breaking news of Rams DT Aaron Donald’s retirement and the Vikings' acquisition of an additional first-round pick via a trade with the Texans. They then dive into, dissect, and debate all of the big NFL free agency buzz that went down over the past week, including Keenan Allen to the Bears, Marquise Brown joining Patrick Mahomes in KC, and much more! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen t...
Mar 15, 2024•2 hr 39 min
Austin, Steven, and Lindsay recap this week's NFL free agency period before giving out awards to the biggest winners and losers, and the teams in between. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Austin Gayle, Steven Ruiz, and Lindsay Jones Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Social: ...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 28 min
The NFL free agency legal tampering period officially got underway Monday, and a few big names found new homes. What exactly did the Panthers gain by trading Brian Burns to the New York Giants? Speaking of the Giants, their former running back is now headed to the division rival Philadelphia Eagles. Plus, will Kirk Cousins lead the Falcons to an NFC South title with his new, massive deal? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen...
Mar 12, 2024•2 hr 35 min
Sheil and Ben start the pod by sharing some breaking news happening around the league. They then shine a light on some of their favorite players currently on the NFL free agency market and debate the best landing spots for each one. Be sure to check out Sheil’s NFL free agent coverage here. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Associate Prod...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 14 min
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Mar 06, 2024•52 sec
Nora, Steven, and Lindsay open by discussing some of the top players that have been franchise tagged and what it means for their future negotiations. In honor of the 2024 Oscars, they continue by comparing the best remaining free agents to some Oscar-nominated films. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Steven Ruiz, and Lindsay Jones Producer: Stefan A...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Russell Wilson was informed on Monday that he will be released by the Denver Broncos. Does the 35-year-old still have what it takes to be a franchise QB for his next team? Assuming the Bears take Caleb Williams no. 1 in the 2024 NFL draft, where will Justin Fields end up? Plus, what exactly is the league doing to kickoffs? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Ben Solak...
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Sheil is joined by Ben Solak from the Indianapolis combine to analyze the NFL Free Agency Rankings on theringer.com, pick their favorite players from each of its tiers, and debate the individuals that every team should approach with caution before adding them to their rosters. You can check out Sheil Kapadia's free agency coverage here. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Ho...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Nora and Steven are joined by Austin Gayle at the NFL combine in Indianapolis to discuss the top quarterback draft prospects and which players best describe their draft profiles. Then they spin a wheel full of the top headlines from the combine and give their thoughts on what coaches and executives are saying in Indy (43:47). Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz Guest: Austin Gayle Producers: Isaiah Blakely and Eduardo Ocampo Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about ...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 16 min
What’s next for Kirk Cousins as free agency looms? Will he remain in Minnesota on a new deal or is he headed to an AFC team that desperately needs a QB? Will the Panthers pay pass rusher Brian Burns upwards of $30 million per year? Plus, what will the Bears do with the no. 1 pick? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin...
Feb 27, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Nora, Steven, Ben, and Sheil open by recapping their biggest takeaways from the NFL season. The Super Team concludes by speaking about what they’re looking forward to the most during the offseason. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Steven Ruiz, Sheil Kapadia, and Ben Solak Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal ...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Sheil and Ben get together to share their final takes from Super Bowl LVIII, including a thorough analysis of Kyle Shanahan’s coaching decisions during the big game and what the future holds for his career. They then dive into some hot coaching news around the league, like Mike Zimmer's hiring as the new Cowboys defensive coordinator and Leslie Frazier's agreement to be the Seahawks' assistant head coach (39:25). They end the pod by debating the success of the Chiefs and the Niners going forward...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Nora and Steven get together under the red and yellow confetti at Allegiant Stadium to discuss the Chiefs’ big win over the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. They dig into what they learned about each team during a particularly bizarre game, analyze the coaching decisions, and speculate on where both squads will go from here. After, they talk about the greatness of Patrick Mahomes, the Shanahan playoff curse, and what the lasting memories of this Super Bowl will be (18:13). The Ringer is committed to r...
Feb 12, 2024•45 min
Nora, Ben, Steven, and Sheil get together to share their final thoughts on the big game between the 49ers and the Chiefs on Sunday. They offer a reanalysis of their original picks, discuss their favorite props, and end the pod with a fun guessing game involving quotes from Taylor Swift, Usher, and Travis Kelce.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Ben S...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Sheil and Ben join forces on Radio Row at Super Bowl LVIII and start their conversation by analyzing the greatness of Patrick Mahomes and the 49ers’ incredible luck with elite personnel. They then dive into their favorite props, official predictions, final picks, and much more. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Associate Producer: Chris S...
Feb 08, 2024•58 min
Nora and Steven get together on Radio Row to discuss their Super Bowl MVP favorites via the draft format. They end the pod by sharing their takes on some of the hot coaching news around the league. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz Associate Producer: Chris Sutton Video Production: Cory McConnell and Ronak Nair Production Supervision:...
Feb 08, 2024•36 min
Sheil and Ben get together on Super Bowl LVIII Radio Row and start their conversation by diving into the current and complicated state of the Washington Commanders. After Sheil weighs in on the Steelers' hiring of Arthur Smith as their new OC, Ben predicts that a running back will be the next Super Bowl MVP (19:49). They then analyze the matchup between the Chiefs offensive line and San Francisco’s edge rushers, and debate the importance of the big game for Kyle Shanahan (36:32). Sheil ends the ...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min
Nora and Steven are joined by The Ringer’s own Lindsay Jones to discuss an interesting first night of Super Bowl week in Las Vegas and compare the proceedings to media nights of the past. They end the pod by sharing their takes on some of the breaking coaching news around the league (23:21). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz Guest: Li...
Feb 06, 2024•41 min
The NFL coaching cycle was completed Thursday after the Commanders named Cowboys DC Dan Quinn their new head coach. Ben and Sheil discuss the new hires and how they fit with their new teams. Plus, who will regret not hiring Bill Belichick? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna...
Feb 02, 2024•56 min
Nora and Steven open by analyzing Super Bowl LVIII and decide which players and coaches have the most at stake. Then, they react to the news of the Seattle Seahawks hiring Mike Macdonald, and the latest on the coaching carousel. They conclude the episode by giving their best takes for the Pro Bowl. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz Pr...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Sheil and Ben start the pod by sharing their reactions to the rumors that the Seattle Seahawks will interview Mike Macdonald for their vacant head coach position. They then debate how much Dan Campbell’s decision-making contributed to the Lions' disappointing loss and take a hard look at the 49ers defense heading into the Super Bowl (16:38). Sheil then issues an apology to the Chiefs faithful, while Ben shows us how hard it will be for Detroit to get back to this moment (41:32). They end the pod...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Nora and Steven are here to give their reactions to the conference championships. They start off with the NFC championship and the 49ers’ thrilling comeback against the Lions (01:25). They discuss Dan Campbell’s fourth-down decision-making, what went right for the Niners in the second half, and whether Detroit should sign Jared Goff to a long-term extension. After that, they talk about the Chiefs' win over the Ravens in the AFC championship, how errors cost Baltimore the game, and the shift in K...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Conference championship weekend is here! Ben and Sheil will have all the picks, props, and predictions you’ll need to know to determine which teams will be playing for the Lombardi Trophy. Plus, more coaching vacancies have been filled. How will Jim Harbaugh take Justin Herbert to new heights, and will Raheem Morris give Falcons fans hope in Atlanta? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for addition...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Sheil and Ben start the pod with some soothing words for Buffalo Bills fans after their team's loss to the Chiefs, and they share their instant reactions to the Titans hiring new head coach Brian Callahan. Next they visualize Jim Harbaugh on the Los Angeles Chargers sideline next season while shining a light on the Tampa Bay Bucs’ promising future (24:29). Sheil then shows us why Dak Prescott has a lucrative contract on the horizon, and Ben breaks down how Kyle Shanahan’s time management woes co...
Jan 23, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Nora and Steven are back to discuss two competitive divisional-round games, starting with the Chiefs' advance past the Bills to go to another AFC championship game. They discuss the exciting quarterback play from Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen, some of the wild moments from the game, and much more. Then they move on to the NFC divisional-round game, which saw the Lions defeat the Buccaneers. They discuss how the Lions offense found success against the Buccaneers defense, briefly look ahead to th...
Jan 22, 2024•46 min
Nora and Steven get together to share their reactions to Saturday’s NFL divisional-round playoff matchups. They begin by breaking down the 49ers’ gutsy win over the Packers and discuss the quarterback viability of both Brock Purdy and Jordan Love going forward. Next, they marvel at Lamar Jackson’s impressive performance in his win over the Texans and speculate on what’s next for the promising Houston squad next season (30:37). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming, please check out theri...
Jan 21, 2024•53 min
Sheil and Ben get you set for the divisional round, which has some amazing matchups and legacies on the line. Can Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs pull off a big playoff win away from Arrowhead? Will C.J. Stroud continue his historic rookie season with an upset victory over Lamar Jackson and the Ravens? Plus, picks, props and nonsense predictions! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional de...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Sheil and Ben begin the pod by discussing the Bucs' impressive upset win over the Eagles on Monday night and looking forward to the Chiefs-Bills big showdown next weekend. Then, Ben marvels at Jordan Love’s excellent first playoff game as the Packers' starting QB while Sheil breaks down how Sean McVay’s less than perfect game plan versus the Lions prevented the Rams from winning (21:52). They end the pod with some offseason speculations for the Dolphins and Cowboys before shining a light on some...
Jan 16, 2024•1 hr 21 min
