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The Ringer NFL Show

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Every true football fan knows that ‘The Ringer NFL Show’ is the place to be for the best analysis on their favorite players and teams around the league. Every Friday, Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee preview the weekly matchups and share their favorite props. On Sunday evenings, Sheil, Steven, and Diante return to offer their expert analysis as they recap the day’s action. Wednesday’s show features a rotating cast of Ringer favorites catching you up on all the breaking news. Make sure you follow @RingerNFL on Instagram and TikTok and @RingerNFL on X and YouTube.

Episodes

Big Offseason Mailbag! | Extra Point Taken

Sheil and Ben dig deep into the EPT listener mailbag and tackle your most burning questions about the upcoming draft, offseason roster moves, and the current state of some of your favorite NFL franchises. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Chris Sutton Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Social: Eduardo...

Apr 19, 20241 hr 16 min

Biggest Questions Heading Into the Draft | Dual Threat

Nora, Steven, and Austin return to discuss the news around Bill Belichick’s offseason and job search and talk about J.J. McCarthy. Then they go through the biggest questions heading into the 2024 NFL draft. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Austin Gayle, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Cono...

Apr 17, 20241 hr 15 min

Will the Vikings Move Up in the Draft to Get Their QB? Are the Bears Heading Into Their Best Era of Football? Plus, DeVonta Smith Gets the Bag. | Extra Point Taken

It’s no secret that the Vikings need a QB now that Kirk Cousins is in Atlanta, but what will it cost to move up from 11 in the draft and snag one of the top QBs? Speaking of QBs, what will the Broncos do with Russ's position now that he’s in Pittsburgh? Could Sean Payton just wait until next year's free agency class? Are the Bears headed into their best era of football with presumptive no. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams? Plus, talk of DeVonta Smith signing a large extension with the Eagles. Sheil...

Apr 15, 20241 hr 12 min

Which NFL GMs Have the Most at Stake in the 2024 Draft? | Extra Point Taken

Sheil and Ben get together to survey the NFL landscape and take a hard look at some of the general managers who face the highest degree of difficulty in improving their respective teams' rosters in the upcoming draft.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Producer: Chris Sutton Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Social: Eduardo Ocampo...

Apr 12, 20241 hr 9 min

Team Makeovers | Dual Threat

The Dream Team returns to make over some of the the most talked-about teams of the offseason by helping them in the draft, adding veteran free agents, and discussing all the ways for them to improve in the upcoming season. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Nora Princiotti, Austin Gayle, Lindsay Jones, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Superv...

Apr 10, 20241 hr 7 min

Too Much Texans Hype? What Is Michael Penix Jr.’s Draft Stock? Will the Cardinals Trade Down From Four? | Extra Point Taken

Sheil and Ben start off this week's edition of ‘Extra Point Taken’ by discussing what will happen with the fourth overall pick. Will the Cardinals trade the pick for more assets, or stay at four and draft a receiver? What are the risks of drafting Michael Penix Jr. in the first round? Should we pump the breaks on the Texans hype train following the acquisition of Stefon Diggs? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helpli...

Apr 08, 20241 hr 7 min

Stefon Diggs Traded to the Texans

Nora, Steven, and Sheil react to the news of the Houston Texans acquiring All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs and what this trade does for the Texans and the Bills. 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, Sheil Kapadia, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Social:...

Apr 03, 202442 min

2024 First-Round Mock Draft | Dual Threat

The Dream Team returns to do its own mock draft for the upcoming 2024 NFL draft. 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, Lindsay Jones, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Social: Kiera Givens and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more about your ad ...

Apr 03, 20241 hr 34 min

Jayden Daniels Concerns, What the Patriots Should Do at No. 3, and the Future of the Bengals Offense | Extra Point Taken

Sheil is back from vacation and ready to discuss the football takes he missed last week with Ben. First, the guys discuss the L’Jarius Sneed trade that sent the Super Bowl champion cornerback from Kansas City to Tennessee (02:04). What are the concerns for LSU QB Jayden Daniels as the draft approaches (16:24)? What should the Patriots do with the third overall pick in the draft (37:43)? Will Tee Higgins be traded by draft day (53:36)? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check o...

Apr 01, 20241 hr 29 min

Takeaways From the Owners Meetings and How J.J. McCarthy Can Affect the Draft | Dual Threat

Nora, Steven, and Austin recap the latest news from the owners meetings and discuss the ceilings and floors of the 2024 QB class. 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, and Steven Ruiz Producer: Stefan Anderson Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Social: Kiera Givens and Eduard...

Mar 27, 20241 hr 27 min

The NFL Officially Bans the Hip-Drop Tackle. Plus, the Most Valuable Positions in the NFL. | Extra Point Taken

The NFL has officially banned the “hip-drop tackle” after a vote at this week's owners meetings. Are the lines too blurred for determining what a hip-drop tackle is, and will this make it harder for officials to call during the game? Ben Solak and Steven Ruiz discuss that and go through which positions are the most valuable in the NFL. Is a shutdown cornerback more valuable than an elite defensive tackle? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find ou...

Mar 25, 20241 hr 23 min

What’s Up With the Teams We Aren’t Talking About? | Extra Point Taken

Sheil and Ben get together to discuss some of the teams around the NFL that have been relatively quiet or under the media’s radar since the season ended. They break down the offseason improvements made by championship contenders like the Packers (3:41), Cowboys (16:07), and 49ers (29:51) before analyzing squads that still have glaring question marks like the Commanders (41:48), Jets (51:05), and Colts (1:00:20). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to ...

Mar 22, 20241 hr 18 min

Buy, Sold, Hold | Dual Threat

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, 20241 hr 39 min

Justin Fields Trade, Dolphins Window, Bengals Offseason, Lions Approach, and More! | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 14 min

Aaron Donald Retires at the End of a Wild Week in NFL Free Agency | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 39 min

Free Agency Awards | Dual Threat

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, 20241 hr 28 min

The Confusing Brian Burns Trade, Kirk Cousins's Fit With the Falcons, and Much More! | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 35 min

Best Player-Team Fits Heading Into NFL Free Agency | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 14 min

Franchise Tag Deadline and Oscar Comps | Dual Threat

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, 20241 hr 12 min

Russell Wilson's Next Stop, the Vikings' QB Plan, Lions Trade Buzz, and More! | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 12 min

Breaking Down the Six Tiers of NFL Free Agency | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 17 min

Taking a Look at the Top Quarterback Prospects and Headline Roulette | Dual Threat

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, 20241 hr 16 min

Trades Possible for Tee Higgins and Brian Burns? Kirk Cousins, Free Agency Favorites, and More! | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 6 min

Takeaways From the 2023-24 Season and Offseason Outlook | Extra Threat

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, 20241 hr 11 min

Stop Blaming Shanahan, Debating the 49ers' and Chiefs' Futures, and Big Coaching News Around the League | Extra Point Taken

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, 20241 hr 12 min

Super Bowl LVIII Recap | Dual Threat

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, 202445 min

Super Bowl LVIII Preview | Extra Threat

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, 20241 hr 3 min

Big Picks, Props, and Predictions Heading Into Super Bowl LVIII | Extra Point Taken

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, 202458 min

The Super Bowl LVIII MVP Draft | Dual Threat

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, 202436 min
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