The Bill Barnwell Show: Recent Episodes
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Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays from The Athletic to discuss what they wishes they knew now about this upcoming NFL season. In other words, if they had a crystal ball what would they want to know looking into the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In part two of a three-part series, Bill sits down with friends Mina Kimes and Domonique Foxworth to share his three spicy takes of the 2023 NFL season. Hear part one of the Preseason Takefest on the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny. Check out The Domonique Foxworth Show for the third installment of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Long time friend of the podcast Josh Norris joins Bill to discuss the fantasy implications of Ezekiel Elliot joining the Patriots, if Tony Pollard is a first round fantasy pick, and the impact of Dalvin Cook going to the Jets. Then, they discuss Doug Pederson maximizing strength of Christian Kirk, the explosiveness of Khalil Herbert, and which coach they would give truth serum heading into week one. Plus, is it the year of the late round tight end? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN writer Seth Walder joins Bill to discuss Trey Lance’s future in San Francisco, share their predictions for the biggest breakout players in 2023, and if they are drinking the Jets' Kool-Aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Mike Sando joins Bill to analyze the results of the NFL quarterback tiers decided by the votes of league insiders. They discuss the surprising rise and fall of QBs in the tiers and share their predictions of who will jump in the rankings next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor joins Bill sharing funny moments from the first day of Steelers' training camp, Najee Harris’ viewpoint on the running back situation, how physics don’t apply to Patrick Mahomes, and the way the Chiefs build their roster. Then, they discuss the AFC teams that just missed the playoffs and their likelihood of making it this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mina Kimes joins Bill to discuss the conversation surrounding running backs this offseason, how the evolution of the game impacted the position, and how much running backs truly benefit teams. Plus, they discuss what players could realistically push for in the next CBA agreement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue joins the podcast to share insights from her podcast series The Playcallers. She gives us a behind the scenes look of what it’s really like being a NFL coach from the minds of Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel and more. Plus, she shares what surprised her most from the series, the process of humanizing NFL figures, and the endlessness of finding what’s next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ollie Connolly joins Bill to discuss how Mac Jones and the Patriots' offense have evolved, solutions for developing young quarterbacks, and what coaches are thinking when planning out offensive schemes for the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friend of the podcast Will Brinson joins Bill to share his favorite prop bets of the upcoming season, discuss which player props are tempting possibilities, and what bets to avoid. Plus, they discuss which animal is scarier a snake or goose? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN Vikings reporter Kevin Seifert, to discuss Dalvin Cook being released and the competitive rebuild of the Vikings roster. Then, ESPN Bills reporter Alaina Getzenberg joins to discuss what happened that led to tensions with Stefon Diggs and the Bills and the ramifications of the situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend from Underdog Sports, Hayden Winks, to talk breaking news about Dalvin Cook, fantasy football implications, and a little bit of best ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend The Athletic's Nate Tice to talk through the top 4 teams in the AFC before getting into the USMNT and their performance through the group stage of the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Kevin Seifert to answer the question on all of our minds: are the Vikings any good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays from The Athletic to talk about what the Colts are doing as well as the most surprising parts from the first half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend PFF's NFL reporter Doug Kyed to break down all the trades and storylines surrounding the NFL trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Jourdan Rodrigue from The Athletic to talk about everything that has to do with the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend CBS Sports' Will Brinson to compare fake NFL trades they think should be real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend and podcast host Geoff Schwartz to breakdown the biggest games of the weekend while recapping the Chiefs/Raiders game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Brooke Pryor to break down the quarterback situation in Pittsburgh. Then, ESPN's Ben Baby joins the show to break down the Bengals' choppy start to their season ahead of their big matchup with the Ravens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Sheil Kapadia from The Ringer to breakdown the 3-0 Eagles and either defend or throw away some of their pre-season takes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Miami Dolphins writer Marcel Louis-Jacques joins Bill to break down Tua's stellar performance and previews the upcoming Miami vs. Buffalo matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Ben Gretch from the Stealing Signals Newsletter to breakdown what matters and what does not matter after watching every matchup in Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend and colleague Domonique Foxworth to defend his tweets and preview storylines for this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL insider and podcast host Gregg Rosenthal hops on with Bill to break down this week's transactions, including Jimmy Jimmy Garoppolo staying with the 49ers and the Chauncey Gardner-Johnson trade to the Eagles. Plus, Gregg and Bill discuss which preseason storylines they are buying and selling headed into the NFL regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill hosts a solo episode where he answers all of your most pressing questions ahead of the 2022 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friends Josh Norris and Hayden Winks of Underdog Football to help you cheat your fantasy football leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Jourdan Rodrigue from The Athletic to cover Rams training camp and Matthew Stafford's confusing elbow situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Jake Trotter to break down the Deshaun Watson verdict and answer why it was only a 6 game suspension, what the Browns were surprised by, and what happens next if the NFL appeals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Mike Sando, to run through the leagues quarterbacks giving their expert analysis and opinions ahead of this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend and former NFL offensive lineman, Ross Tucker, to break down the NFL's offensive line to see who has the best and worst lines in football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice to go through all of their "logical" takes from around the NFL heading into this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by colleague Jeremy Fowler to break down the Baker Mayfield trade to the Carolina. Next, they discuss the impact of the Baker trade for players like Jimmy Garoppolo. Then, Jeremy shares his rankings of the top players across the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill hosts a solo show where he answers all of your most pressing offseason questions as well as what to expect next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend and colleague Mike Clay to draft the first 2 rounds of a rookie dynasty draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice from The Athletic to breakdown the 2022 rookie quarterback class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson, of CBS Sports, to discuss their top 5 over/unders for this upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to breakdown who won and who lost in this year's NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy to break down the entire first round of the draft with the picks he's most confident in projecting and which players he doesn't think will go early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Bill Connelly to talk about this year's top QB's to be taken in the NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus to discuss the winners and losers of free agency and deep dive into the leagues most interesting teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Lindsay Jones, to talk about the recent updates in the Brian Flores lawsuit as well as the leagues 9 remaining free agents and where they'll end up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Jake Trotter to break down everything that went down between the Browns, Baker Mayfield, and Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill sits down with Around the NFL Podcast host Gregg Rosenthal to go breakdown the latest free agency news. Then, Bill asks Gregg to defend his tweets. Plus, breaking Von Miller news happens on air, and they discuss the details of Von Miller’s new deal with the Bills. Then, Bill and Gregg analyze the Miami Dolphins and what to expect from Mike McDaniel in his first year as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill hosts a solo episode where he goes team by team across the NFL giving you his ideal free agent landing spots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill sits down with his friend Ben Gretch to talk about players who are either secret superstars or secretly on the decline after the 2021 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, CBS Sports' Will Brinson, to talk all things Aaron Rodgers and dive deep into what's been happening lately in Green Bay. They also get into other teams with offseason storylines to be following including the Cowboys. the Cardinals, and the Rams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by writer and podcaster Nate Tice to recap the Super Bowl game. Plus, they break down the keys to the Rams’ success, how Aaron Donald’s presence affects the game, and what moves the Bengals need to make in the offseason to improve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill talks with his friend ESPN's Ben Baby about the Bengals and how they got to where they are. Also, ESPN's Seth Walder joins the show to talk about his favorite player and team props for the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by former NFL lineman and analyst Geoff Schwartz to break down the Conference Championship games and give their predictions for the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice of The Athletic to preview the Conference Championship games and who can make it out of this weekend and onto the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill sits down with his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to preview the four divisional round games this upcoming weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques, to talk all about what went down in Miami with the firing of their head coach and who the ideal candidate would be to fill the open position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to breakdown everything there is to talk about regarding the Joe Judge press conference. They get into the lies, the emails, the questions, and try to give some answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by a special guest to dive into all of their preseason thoughts and where they went wrong as they reflect on the 2021 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Robert Mays, to talk about each of the 5 rookie quarterbacks and their organizations in regards to what they need to fix heading into the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Sheil Kapadia, to break down the MNF matchup between Buffalo and New England. They also dive into the Eagles situation with Gardner Minshew before discussing which teams around the league are best positioned to improve their rosters over the next few years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mike Clay, to talk about the fantasy football landscape heading into the fantasy playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler to talk about the interesting quarterback transitions that may take place around the NFL coming off Week 11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill hosts a solo episode where he addresses all of your most pressing NFL questions. Everything from player performances, to team strategies, specific matchups, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend PFF's Doug Kyed to dive into the shocking Cam Newton signing as where Odell Beckham Jr. might go or rather... should go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Kevin Seifert, to break down the major trades that took place before the NFL's trade deadline and what certain teams should have done in order to better their franchise moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques, to break down why the Dolphins have had such a horrific start to their season. Also, they dive into the Bills and their more impressive 4-2 start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend CBS' Will Brinson to talk about two big games: Bills vs. Titans and Steelers vs. Seahawks. Bill and Will discuss not only what happened during these games but what the outcomes mean for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Mike Sando of The Athletic to tackle all the latest news including Jon Gruden leaving the Raiders, Seattle losing Russell Wilson, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell is joined by his friend ESPN's Field Yates to take a deep dive into three quarterbacks that are developing: Mac Jones, Jalen Hurts, and Sam Darnold! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to dive into the mess that is the Chicago Bears. Mays shares his opinions on Matt Nagy's decision making, the quarterback battle between all three Chicago QB's, and more! After that, the two pivot to the Packers and share their biggest takeaways from Packers vs. 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Nate Tice to talk about Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, the Raider, the Vikings... and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Stealing Signals writer Ben Gretch about whether or not fans should be worried about the Packers offense, the fantasy fallout from the 49ers-Lions game, disappointing starts for the Titans and Falcons, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Steven Ruiz of The Ringer to go team by team across the NFL discussing their craziest predictions, their hottest takes, and what to be on the lookout for as the 2021 season starts this week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of the Athletic as they look at how the Patriots, Bears, 49ers, Broncos and Saints handled their QB battles this pre-season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is his own guest today as he addresses all of your most asked NFL questions from rookie QB expectations to teams tanking for next season... you asked and Bill answered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Doug Kyed, of Pro Football Focus, to dissect any preseason storylines including Josh Allen's contract extension and Michael Thomas' situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Sheil Kapadia, to talk about his new book which previews all 32 teams ahead of this upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Seth Walder, to rank all 32 teams on how good they look for the next 3 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to talk through player props they invented for the upcoming 2021 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell and Jeremy Fowler discuss the top-ten edge rushers, interior defensive linemen, linebackers and cornerbacks based off a survey of more than 50 league executives, coaches, scouts and players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill hosts another solo episode where he answers all of your most pressing NFL questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy. The two talk about a new way to play Fantasy Football and what some of their favorite fantasy players are ahead of this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice of The Athletic to talk about the Julio Jones trade and how he fits in with Tennessee. After that, they talk soccer and dive into the USMNT and their most recent match against Mexico. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to debate who has the best shot at beating the Chiefs this upcoming NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Gregg Rosenthal of NFL Network to go around the NFL discussing possible trade scenarios for Julio Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mike Clay to give you a mock PPR dynasty rookie draft. They go through the first 20 picks of a typical dynasty rookie draft and give their thoughts on this year's rookies now that they have been drafted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend CBS Sports' Will Brinson to break down the draft picks for each AFC team as well as their off-seasons and what's ahead next season for each team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to break down what each NFL Draft pick means for all of the NFC teams as well as a full analysis of Justin Fields to the Bears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Domonique Foxworth! Bill and Domonique recap the first round of the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Steven Ruiz of USA Today to dissect everything there is to know about the 49ers and their third overall pick in this year's NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell is joined by The Athletic’s Nate Tice to discuss Carolina trading for Sam Darnold, what can be gleaned from Darnold's time with the Jets and what he can expect playing under Joe Brady. Then, the guys breakdown the top-10 wide receivers in the 2021 NFL Draft class. Plus, a guest appearance from Mitch the cat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill switches things up with a solo episode! He reads through your most frequently asked NFL questions as we approach the NFL Draft and inch closer to the 2021 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Lindsey Jones of The Athletic to break down each of the free agent moves in the NFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to break down each of the free agent moves in the AFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill sits down with his friend ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques to talk about some recent re-signings, the cuts that have popped up over the last few days, some guys who weren't franchise tagged, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend CBS' Will Brinson to talk about the NFL equivalent to NBA Top Shot. They get into the best highlights from the 2020 season, the best moments from the NFL in the past, and what their dream plays would look like in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Mike Clay to share their ideal destinations for the league's leading free agents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Ted Nguyen of The Athletic to breakdown the Carson Wentz trade. They also discuss a few other teams who may or may not need to part ways with their quarterbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mina Kimes, to breakdown and recap Super Bowl LV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend's Geoff Schwartz and ESPN's Matt Bowen to break down the pass and run games in Super Bowl LV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to preview the upcoming Super Bowl and offer a few props. They also dive into the Deshaun Watson situation with likely trade scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice from The Athletic to recap the four divisional round games. Then, he is joined by ESPN's Kimberley Martin to discuss all of the recent NFL head coaching hires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to break down each of the 4 divisional round games this upcoming weekend. They also touch on all the big head coaching news around the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Sheil Kapadia of the Athletic to breakdown the controversy surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles and the future of Carson Wentz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Rams beat writer Lindsey Thiry to sort through the chaos surrounding the upcoming Rams vs. Cardinals game. Then, ESPN's Patriots beat writer Mike Reiss joins Bill to make sense of what the future holds for this Patriots team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friends ESPN's Brown's beat writer Jake Trotter and ESPN's Bill's beat writer Marcel Louis-Jacques to discuss how both of these teams are on an exciting upward trajectory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friends ESPN's Mike Triplett and Brooke Pryor as they discuss two teams that are currently in a bit of turmoil; the New Orleans Saints and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell is joined by his friend ESPN's Domonique Foxworth to talk Carson Wentz's struggles, the Jets late game scenario, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to make sense of what happened in Denver this last weekend as well as COVID-19's impact on the Steelers, 49ers, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill talks with his friend CBS' Will Brinson on the postponement of Thursday night's Steelers/Ravens game. They also talk about how good this Steelers team is, how the lions are NOT good, what the future holds for this Texans organization, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Mike Sando of The Athletic to break down all of the seemingly anticlimactic NFL trade deadline news.. Also, they dive into the teams they are still unsure about going into the second half of this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mina Kimes to go around the league discussing possible trade options for the league's Super Bowl contenders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to talk about the 9 NFL teams Bill believes are the best in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill sits down with his friend Will Brinson to recap the NFL's Week 5 Monday and Tuesday night games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Dan Graziano to understand why the Houston Texans fired Bill O'Brien. They also take a look at the teams who are now 0-4 to start the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice to recap last night's Monday night matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens. They also discuss Drew Brees' struggles thus far and if Michael Thomas is the answer to all the Saints' problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to recap the Thursday night matchup between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Miami Dolphins. They also deep dive into the eleven teams that are now 2-0 heading into Week 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Triplett to recap Saints vs. Buccaneers in Week 1 while previewing the Saints for Week 2. Then, ESPN's Brooke Pryor joins the show to recap Steelers vs. Giants in Week 1 while previewing the Steelers for Week 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined first by NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal to recap the 2020 NFL season opener. Then, ESPN's Brian Burke joins the show to preview the rest of Week 1's games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with ESPN's Dan Graziano about who they are picking as their favorites for different ESPN NFL stat categories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Establish the Run's, Evan Silva who tells us his draft strategy heading into this years fantasy football season. Evan and Bill also discuss their fantasy football sleepers, what to expect from certain top tier guys, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic’s Sheil Kapadia. The two pick their NFL playoff teams and here’s a spoiler: someone doesn’t have the Patriots making it to the playoffs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his colleague and friend, ESPN's Mike Clay. The two discuss fantasy football and what Mike's fantasy draft board would look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by his colleague and great friend Mina Kimes for a special edition joint podcast. The two take turns in the hosting seat discussing all things football before the upcoming 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to breakdown this year’s NFL quarterback tiers. (2:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones as they discuss what teams will benefit from the change in off-season schedule and potential change in the regular season because of COVID-19. They also get into the impact it has on players as they get ready for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN’s Domonique Foxworth as they discuss the Cowboys and Dak Prescott not coming to terms on a long term contract and what might have been the reason for that. Plus, Bill & Domonique disagree on the Titans choosing to give Derrick Henry a new contract (28:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they take a deep dive into Patrick Mahomes’ new contract and what exactly it means. Plus, the guys discuss prop bets regarding Mahomes and what he will achieve the rest of his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN Patriots Reporter Mike Reiss to breakdown the Patriots signing Cam Newton and why they signed him. Then, ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Bowen joins Bill to discuss how New England might use Cam and what to expect from Jarrett Stidham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mina Kimes as they do a mailbag podcast discussing Jamal Adams, best WR under 25, how to pick a NFL team & breakout coordinators among other questions submitted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler as they take a look at the players and coaches who have the most to gain or lose in the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano as they go through the running backs that are looking to get a new contract and breakdown what the future holds for them. Plus, Dak Prescott is still looking for a new deal and the guys discuss what's going on between Dak and the Cowboys Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Sheil Kapadia as the two give 10 superlatives for the off-season moves made in the NFL including best signing, worst signing, best trade and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they hold a draft, selecting their favorite over/under win totals for the upcoming NFL season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Clay as they hold their own fantasy rookie draft and discuss what kind of impact the players might have next season in terms of fantasy football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Dan Graziano as they breakdown the Packers taking Jordan Love, Eagles selecting Jalen Hurts & the Pats not drafting a QB. Plus, they take a look at some players who are waiting to see if their 5th year option will get picked up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Peter King as they discuss what the draft will be like this year with everyone working from home. Plus, how the lack of pro days will impact the players and the teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones as they take a look back at last year's NFL draft and re-draft the first 16 picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is first joined by Todd McShay as the two discuss the process of scouting quarterbacks and what is important to see from a QB. Then, Bill Connelly joins Bill to break down Joe Burrow's rise from QB transfer to most likely the first overall pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they discuss where Jadeveon Clowney, Cam Newton, Jameis Winston and other big name free agents might end up and how the Coronavirus might be impacting free agency. Plus, they throw out some trade ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Rams Reporter Lindsey Thiry as they discuss the Rams releasing Todd Gurley and what's next for the Rams. Plus, Nora Princiotti joins Bill to talk about what things are like for the Patriots, post-Tom Brady. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Vikings Reporter Courtney Cronin as they discuss the blockbuster trade that sent disgruntled WR Stefon Diggs to the Bills and what this means for the Vikings going forward. Then, ESPN NFL Nation Texans Reporter Sarah Barshop on why DeAndre Hopkins was traded to Arizona for what seems not enough in return and what this means for head coach Bill O'Brien. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler as they discuss the future of Tom Brady, Jameis Winston, Dak Prescott and the franchise tag. Plus, other free agency news including players getting released and traded Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Reiss as they discuss the future of the Patriots and Tom Brady. Then, ESPN's Mike Triplett (26:00) discusses what now for Taysom Hill & Teddy Bridgewater now that Drew Brees is returning. And, how will the Saints manage paying everyone from the 2017 draft class? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this weeks episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill sits down with ESPN's Domonique Foxworth to talk about the CBA negotiations and his past as a CBA negotiator. (1:51) Then, ESPN's Daniel Dopp joins the show to talk all things Detroit Lions and NFL offseason news. (36:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano discuss how a new CBA could impact future contracts. Plus, teams dealing with franchise and transition tags and big name free agents people should be paying attention to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and ESPN's Chris Sprow take a look back at their NFL prop bets they made for the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mina Kimes and they take one last look at the Super Bowl and what went wrong for the 49ers in the fourth quarter and what worked for the Chiefs. Plus, Tom Brady talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by former NFL defensive back, Matt Bowen. The two preview the Super Bowl and Bowen gives his pick to win. (2:17) Bill also talks with former NFL offensive guard, Geoff Schwartz. They breakdown what each team needs to do on Sunday in order to beat their opponent. (33:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they react to the Chiefs and 49ers punching their tickets to the Super Bowl and what went wrong for the Titans and Packers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with ESPN's Domonique Foxworth about the Titans upset win, the Chiefs epic comeback (15:40), Aaron Rodgers' clutch performance (32:00) & the 49ers' dominant win (58:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bills chats with Lindsay Jones of The Athletic about Matt Rhule going to Carolina, the Giants naming Joe Judge their new HC (8:50) and Jerry Jones bringing in Mike McCarthy to replace Jason Garrett (16:40). Then they break down Bills/Texans (25:00), Pats/Titans (34:00), Saints/Vikings (46:00) and Eagles/Seahawks (56:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with ESPN's Jake Trotter about the roller coaster season in Cleveland and what went wrong. Then, NESN's Doug Kyed discusses New England's struggles on offense while their defense is leading the way (26:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with Sheil Kapadia about what's going on with the Eagles and what to expect Sunday as they face Dallas. Plus, ESPN's Courtney Cronin talks about Dalvin Cook, Kirk Cousins and the Vikings' playoff hopes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Buffalo Bills clinched a playoff spot for the second time in three years. How did they get here, and does their turnaround story hold lessons for other NFL teams? ESPN NFL insider Bill Barnwell joins Mina Kimes to explain the Bills' surprising success. Then, in light of new video evidence, Bill and Mina break down the Patriots "Spygate II" video taping scandal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is first joined by ESPN's Jordan Raanan to chat about Daniel Jones, Eli Manning and the struggles the team has had with the draft. Then, Marcel Louis-Jacques who covers the Bills chats about Josh Allen, how impressive the defense has been and their playoffs hopes (28:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chat's with ESPN's Mike Clay about the teams and cornerbacks who are best at following a team's number one receiver around the entire game. Plus, the biggest surprises for individual seasons this year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with Will Brinson about the 49ers dominant win against Green Bay Sunday night and how impressive their defense was stopping Aaron Rodgers. What went wrong with the Cowboys as they were held without a touchdown and what does the future hold for Jason Garrett? And could Ron Rivera be on the hot seat in Carolina? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It seems so basic. And yet, it can reveal so much - how an NFL quarterback holds the ball. ESPN Senior Writer David Fleming talked to some of the league's top signal callers to find out their preferences, their quirks, and the unique stories behind their grips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with Mike Sando about the problems going on with Phillip Rivers and what the future holds for him. What should we make of how MNF ended for Mitchell Trubisky? (12:30) Plus, can the Rams recover from the Super Bowl hangover ? (24:25) And, who are some names to be on the lookout for as upcoming head coaches? (39:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When New England running back Jonas Gray took the field vs. the Indianapolis Colts five years ago, no one could have predicted the incredible outburst of scoring that would land him national attention, and even a magazine cover. Nor could anyone have predicted how quickly that success would disappear, through a series of mishaps. ESPN senior writer Liz Merrill tells Mina Kimes the story of an underdog, his big shot, and how players might always be one step away from glory - or obscurity - in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mina Kimes, the host of ESPN Daily Podcast and the two go in-depth on the Seahawks' overtime win against the previously unbeaten 49ers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill along with Dan Graziano have their 3rd annual coaches hot seat draft as they rank the 32 NFL head coaches. Plus, Dan breaks down the Steelers/Colts game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Pats reporter Mike Reiss and Domonique Foxworth to break down New England moving to 8-0 and what's been most impressive so far in the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bills gets into the NFC North with Robert Mays of the Ringer. What is going on with the Bears offense? (7:40). What to make of Aaron Rodgers' performance (24:00), has Kirk Cousins and the Vikings turned a corner (36:00) and what to make of Stafford and the Lions (43:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Kyle Allen the answer in Carolina? Bill chats with Will Brinson of CBS Sports about the Panthers' surge the last 4 games (5:00). And they also get into the 49ers moving to 5-0 and what to make of Jimmy G (24:48). Plus, how worried should the Chiefs be with Mahomes' injury (34:40) and what's going on with the Cowboys (51:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's going on with Baker Mayfield and Jared Goff? Bill Barnwell chats with Doug Farrar of the USA Today as they discuss the two former first overall picks and what exactly is going wrong for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How quickly things have changed in the NFL. And Bill Barnwell chats with Rams reporter Lindsey Thiry about their tough loss. Plus, Jake Trotter on Cleveland's big win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Eagles have a big Thursday night game and Bill chats about their issues so far with Sheil Kapadia. The two get into Carson Wentz's slow start (7:00) and the struggles by the defense to create pressure (20:00). Plus, they chat about how Philly matches up with the rest of the NFC East (29:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN's Field Yates to discuss the Bills being 3-0, Cam Newton possibly losing his job, Saquon Barkley getting injured and Daniel Jones' debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill talks with Lindsay Jones about Jalen Ramsey requesting a trade and possible destinations that would fit (9:00) & if the NFL is becoming the NBA (27:35). Plus, they preview Chiefs/Ravens (34:00) & 49ers/Steelers (44:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN's Dan Graziano to discuss the Steelers losing Big Ben for the season (2:05), Drew Brees' thumb injury (14:40), reaction to the Packers new offense (25:03), Kirk Cousins struggling (40:00) and Eli Manning's future (43:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes The Athletic's Mike Sando as they preview week two of the NFL, looking at the four 0-1 matchups this weekend. Can the Jets rebound without Sam Darnold as they face Baker Mayfield (1:20). On Thursday night it's a battle of two former Heisman trophy winners (13:30). How will Mitch Trubisky look playing against Denver (25:40). And finally, a battle in the AFC South with the Texans vs. Jags (37:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes CBS' Will Brinson to discuss the Patriots' dominant victory (2:15), when New York should start Daniel Jones (13:00, Lamar Jackson's performance throwing the ball against Miami (21:00) and the debacle to start the season by Cleveland (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN Senior Writer Mina Kimes to discuss the Eagles' O-Line body shoot (00:47), Zeke's deal finally getting done (4:45) and Goff getting an extension (19:10). They then dig into the Texans' series of moves (34:26) and dive into the mailbag (45:00), since Mina did not trademark it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN NFL editor Chris Sprow to discuss Andrew Luck's retirement (1:16), including what the Colts' approach for the future could be (11:44). They then dig into the initial reason for their visit, the official, annual, NFL (player) prop bet show (15:12). These include Odell Beckham Jr. TD's vs. Christian Pulisic goals (28:30) and Russell Wilson interceptions vs. Earl Thomas interceptions among many others (52:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with Vince Verhei of Football Outsiders about expectations for the 49ers (1:28) and Cardinals (25:00) for the upcoming season. They discuss Jimmy Garoppolo's return from injury (2:10) and John Lynch's ability to build a contender (10:06) as well as what would constitute success in S.F. (18:42). Plus, just how much fun will Arizona's offense be to watch (30:44)? Can Kyler Murray and Kliff Kingsbury score enough points to overcome a porous defense (37:46)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Geoff Schwartz of SB Nation answers "how can we get smarter" as viewers about offensive line play as well as why the Browns aren't the best bet to win the AFC North and more (0:38). Plus, Ted Nguyen of The Athletic discusses the Raiders, including if this is Derek Carr's "prove it" year or not in addition to what offense he's most excited about this upcoming season (27:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Boston Globe Patriots reporter Nora Princiotti and ESPN Bills reporter Marcel Louis-Jacques. Nora covers news that Tom Brady's house is on the market in Brookline, Mass as well as the battle at WR between Jakobi Meyers, Maurice Harris and N'Keal Harry (0:38). Plus, Marcel dishes on the preseason opener exploits of punter Colton Schmidt, former rugby union player Christian Wade's chances at making the team as an RB as well as LeSean McCoy's season outlook/future (33:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN NFL analyst Mike Clay to rank the 32 backup QB situations in the league (1:29), including the Cardinals (13:04), Buccaneers (25:34), Broncos (28:14), Eagles (37:59), Ravens (42:59), Giants (48:15), Dolphins (58:34) and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with ESPN NFL columnist Kevin Seifert about the league's decision to drop their full-time referees to part-time status (1:30) as well as new rule changes for the 2019 season, including eliminating blindside blocks (21:00), the "stricter criteria" for a pass-interference call (30:25) and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN NBA writer Kevin Pelton to do some NBA "what-ifs" in the wake of the wild free agency period. The first of which being if the Thunder had not traded James Harden to the Rockets in 2012 (0:22), including what other packages were available at the time and what other player movement it would have affected. The second being if the Thunder had beaten the Warriors in Game 6 of the 2016 WCF after leading 3-1 and gone on to face an injury-riddled Cavaliers team in the NBA Finals (21:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Robert Mays of The Ringer go through the listed bets at the Caesars of Las Vegas sportsbook for the upcoming NFL season and surmise how they would spend their theoretical budget (0:46). Who will lead the league in passing (4:19)? Who will lead the league in rushing (6:58)? Will the Saints miss the playoffs (20:12)? How about the Bears' over/under takeaways at 26.5 (38:12) or the Giants over/under 5.5 wins (47:15)? All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by new ESPN colleague and friend of the show Bill Connelly to help draft two rounds of 2019 NFL rookies based on their fantasy potential in the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to definitively rank all 20 teams that missed the playoffs last year for the upcoming season, including the Raiders (5:28), Lions, (14:39), Jets (25), Vikings (47:51), Panthers (53:22) and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN Texans reporter Sarah Barshop to weigh in on Houston abruptly firing their GM Brian Gaine (0:41), including the logic behind it and their pursuit of Patriots executive Nick Caserio (5:52). Plus, what their plans for the offseason are and how they're approaching Jadeveon Clowney's contract (11:12). New ESPN Browns reporter Jake Trotter also stops by to talk about Cleveland's offseason (24:09), including a potential breakout player (27:17), a positional group that may worry fans (31:19), expectations for their record (33:49), possible discord between players (38:08) and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dan Graziano of ESPN joins Bill to weigh in on why he thinks replay review in all forms should be abolished (0:48). Plus, Bill catches up with Ben Lindbergh of The Ringer to discuss his book "The MVP Machine" about how people from non-traditional backgrounds are adding to the conversation around rapid player development in MLB talent (28:02). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN's Kirk Goldsberry joins Bill to discuss his new book "SprawlBall" about the perimeter shooting revolution in the NBA over the last decade, including whether or not the drastic changes warrant corresponding rules changes as well as which players are at the forefront (1:07). Plus, author John Urschel joins to discuss his book "Mind and Matter: A Life in Math and Football", including starting his PhD in Mathematics during his career an offensive lineman in the NFL (34:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with ESPN analytics guru Brian Burke to look back on the draft and projecting prospect performance, including what role scouts play in that, how fans should evaluate the draft as well as improvements that can be made to the predictive model (1:19). Plus, new stats that they've built based on player-tracking data that the NFL collects such as "pass-block win" and "pass-rush win" as well as "deep QB" which measures decision making (20:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill recaps the NFL draft with friend of the show CBS Sports' Will Brinson, including the Cardinals taking Kyler Murray first overall (12:07), the Raiders' surprise pick at four of Clelin Ferrell (21:19), the Giants taking Daniel Jones at six (30:09), the Redskins taking Dwayne Haskins at fifteen (46:45) as well as others that stood out to them from the bottom half of the first round (51:52). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill previews the NFL draft with Ted Nguyen of The Athletic (0:48) and Bill Connelly of SB Nation (24:25). Ted shares thoughts on players at the top of the draft via their tape as well as needs for his local squads the Raiders and 49ers. Plus, Bill dishes on the players rising up draft boards this late in the process and potential steals to keep an eye on, including the top QB's by the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN Cardinals reporter Josh Weinfuss to chat about Arizona's offseason, including Steve Wilks being replaced by Kliff Kingsbury, concerns over Steve Keim's ability to build a competitive roster long-term as well as whether or not they intend to trade Josh Rosen or draft Kyler Murray (1:10). ESPN Vikings reporter Courtney Cronin also stops by to dish on Minnesota's offseason, including salary cap gymnastics, the retention of Anthony Barr and how will they plan to fill holes in their roster through the draft. Plus, what role will the newly hired Gary Kubiak have (25:49)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill talks to ESPN Seahawks reporter Brady Henderson about the peculiar Russell Wilson contract situation (0:52) and what other questions management in Seattle has to answer this offseason (16:27) as well as ESPN NFL analyst Mike Clay about what he learned building next year's fantasy projections (23:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In an annual tradition, Bill welcomes Los Angeles Times columnist Andy McCullough to recap WrestleMania 35 match-by-match, touch on the NXT show and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats with Doug Kyed of NESN about Rob Gronkowski's retirement, including whether or not he's "1st ballot" HOF'er. Plus, more on the Patriots' moves or lack thereof this offseason (0:50). Then, Chase Stuart of Football Perspective joins to discuss Le'Veon Bell's workload and what positions NY will be looking to fill in the draft as well as why "yards-per-carry" is a "bad stat" and how success should be tracked for RB's (30:09). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Lindsay Jones of The Athletic sift through the biggest names to change places in free agency thus far, including Odell Beckham Jr. (1:44), Le'Veon Bell (13:06) and Nick Foles (24:34). Plus, thoughts on how the safety market played out (31:24) and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Dan Graziano react to the Raiders trade for Antonio Brown (1:58) and signing of Trent Brown (17:31). Plus, they discuss Landon Collins going to Washington (34:40) and Kwon Alexander signing with the 49ers (43:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell and The Ringer's Robert Mays are live from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. They break down the top 25 free agents and their potential destinations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mike Sando to try and construct Antonio Brown trades for (just about) every team in the NFL, sorted by their division. This includes the NFC East (1:42), AFC East (9:29), NFC North (13:35), NFC South (21:24), AFC South (27:55), NFC West (34:48) and AFC West (44:13). Plus, what teams do the guys think will have the best shot at landing him (54:29)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Chris Sprow look back on how their prop bets for the 2018 NFL season turned out, including Kirk Cousins combined interceptions and fumbles vs. Case Keenum's (4:30), Russell Wilson rushing touchdowns vs. the rest of the Seahawks combined (14:19), Saquon Barkley rushing and receiving touchdowns vs. other rookie RB's drafted post-round one (18:40) and combined losses of the eight worst teams in the NFL vs. 2018 NY Mets losses (25:53). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and CBS Sports' Will Brinson share their reactions to the Patriots' win over the Rams in Super Bowl LIII (1:00), including L.A. head coach Sean McVay's role in the loss (10:38), Jared Goff and Todd Gurley's performances (18:22) as well as Tom Brady's (22:25). Plus, did Julian Edelman's play warrant Hall of Fame consideration (24:41) and how far will the Rams fall next season (45:58)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes ESPN Rams reporter Lindsey Thiry as well as Nick Stevens of Patriots.com to share their thoughts on the matchup between the Patriots and Rams in Super Bowl LIII. Lindsey discusses a few players you should keep a close eye on during the game, including Marcus Peters, C.J. Anderson and Jared Goff (0:54). Plus, Nick discusses the coverage of New England as "underdogs", where this team will rank in the team's history and more (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes Domonique Foxworth of The Undefeated and Doug Farrar of USA Today to dissect the X's and O's of Super Bowl LIII between the Patriots and Rams. Foxworth takes a look at the Rams' offense and more, including late-season scheme changes and the similarities with the Mike Shanahan system (0:36). Plus, Doug breaks down the Patriots' defense and more, including disrupting the vision of Jared Goff and how this game compares to their previous matchup in Super Bowl XXXVI (28:38). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes Mike Sando to recap Conference Championship victories for the Patriots in the AFC over the Chiefs (3:16) as well as the Rams in the NFC over the Saints (25:51). No shortage of issues to discuss including the re-litigation of overtime rules, the fated pass interference non-call, Kansas City's ability to run it back and the decline in Drew Brees' "deep ball". Plus, a quick look at some of the issues that arose in both winning squads that could be exploited in the Super Bowl (39:48). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Dan Graziano to preview the NFC Championship matchup between the Rams and the Saints (7:06) as well as ESPN's Field Yates to preview the AFC Championship matchup between the Patriots and the Chiefs (37:01). They delve into the disparity in coaching experience between McVay-Payton, potential matchups to keep an eye on from Michael Thomas-Aqib Talib to Tyreek Hill-Stephon Gilmore and much more. Plus, Dan and Bill dish on the recent movement of coaches around the league (2:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes Doug Farrar of USA Today to recap the Saints' win over the Eagles in the Divisional Round of the NFL postseason (1:45) as well as Ted Nguyen of The Athletic to recap the Rams' victory over the Cowboys (23:11). Both guests also take a look at what's to come in the NFC Championship, including what level of involvement C.J. Anderson may have and if Drew Brees will have issues finding time in the pocket. Those questions and so much more answered in this NFC-centric show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes Doug Kyed of NESN to preview Chargers-Patriots in the Divisional Round of the NFL postseason (0:41) as well as Geoff Schwartz of SB Nation and beyond to preview Colts-Chiefs (24:37). Are concerns about Rob Gronkowski real? Will the Colts defense be able to slow down Patrick Mahomes? Those questions and so much more answered in this AFC-centric show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Will Brinson of CBS offer analysis of the results from Wild Card Weekend in the NFL, including the Eagles' victory over the Bears (1:30), the Cowboys beating the Seahawks (21:12), the Chargers holding on against the Ravens (34:25) as well as the Colts' destruction of the Texans (49:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After sharing their thoughts on the Antonio Brown situation (2:03), Bill and Mina Kimes preview each of the matchups from Wild Card Weekend in the NFL, including Seahawks-Cowboys (13:21), Chargers-Ravens (25:26), Eagles-Bears (38:48) and Colts-Texans (54:18). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill chats about the Eagles' season with Sheil Kapadia of The Athletic, including the internal debate amongst fans regarding Foles-Wentz (2:02), hindsight on the Golden Tate trade (10:08) and if there should be any changes to the coaching staff this offseason (15:39). Plus, resident Giants fan Alan Sepinwall of Rolling Stone stops by to take a look back on the disappointment that was New York's season (28:56) as well as his new book on "The Sopranos" (46:55). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Mike Sando dive into the Pro Bowl rosters, sharing their thoughts on the most genuine selections as well as the snubs for the AFC (1:50) and the NFC (29:47). Plus, they offer a preview of the biggest game from Week 16 in the NFL of Steelers-Saints (53:17). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Robert Mays of The Ringer to discuss the Bears returning to the postseason (2:11), what's ailing the sliding Rams (20:10) and the Eagles' prospects without Carson Wentz (31:37). Plus, the guys play "guess that offensive lineman"(39:28)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill Barnwell welcomes ESPN NFL Vikings reporter Courtney Cronin and ESPN NFL Patriot's reporter Mike Reiss to discuss Minnesota's OC firing and the Miracle in Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Dan Orlovsky of ESPN to analyze the particulars of the Bears' win over the Rams on SNF, including the play of the two young QB's Goff and Trubisky (1:16). Plus, Bill Connelly of SB Nation stops by to discuss the "Big-12-ization" of offense in the NFL, including the possibility of Oklahoma's Kyler Murray ending up playing both baseball and football (26:36). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes friend of the show Dan Graziano to preview two big NFC matchups that have playoff implications, including Cowboys-Eagles (1:40) and Rams-Bears (19:19). Plus, the guys survey the 2016 NFL draft pick-by-pick and discuss which players will get their fifth-year options picked up (37:46). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CBS' Will Brinson joins Bill Barnwell to weigh in on Mike McCarthy's dismissal from Green Bay, recap the Chargers' win over the Steelers and delve into the AFC North & AFC West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN's Brady Henderson to weigh in on the state of the Seahawks including their backfield usage since Marshawn Lynch left, the defensive side of the ball, Ear Thomas' health and who will they attempt to keep this offseason (:50). Also, Chase Stuart from Football Perspective talks about the Jets season thus far, the need to surround Sam Darnold with talent, potential front-office changes for the Jets and much more (28:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Sheil Kapadia of The Athletic to weigh in on where things stand for the Eagles right now after their narrow victory over the Giants, including issues with their offense and the disappearance of Doug Pederson's 4th down magic from last season (1:02). Plus, ESPN's Kevin Seifert stops by to discuss how Kirk Cousins' performance is being judged this year in relation to his contract and whether or not Mike McCarthy's time is up in Green Bay (27:29). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Mike Sando discuss which teams at this point should be considered Super Bowl contenders, including the Saints (1:22), Bears (10:27) and Rams (15:38). Plus, how will the NFC East finish after the Redskins lost Alex Smith to injury (37:40)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill welcomes Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to talk AFC West, including how the Chiefs look in their preparations for a big MNF matchup with the Rams (0:55) as well as if Vance Joseph (19:35) and Derek Carr (30:42) are in trouble in Denver and Oakland respectively. Plus, Katherine Terrell joins to talk AFC North, including Hue Jackson's return to Cincy (38:04) and what Le'Veon Bell's next move may be (1:04:01). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you an NFC or an AFC person? In this episode, Bill and Will Brinson of CBS share their allegiances and take a look at the NFC playoff picture as it currently stands, including which teams are most likely to prevail in the South (3:55), West (31:02), East (43:30) and North (56:03). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Dan Graziano of ESPN fan the flames on the head coaching "hotseat" in the NFL by drafting coaches in order of the most likely to keep their job to the least likely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Vince Verhei of Football Outsiders to discuss Rams-Saints (1:29), the success of the Panthers this season (18:50), the sense of urgency that the Ravens should have regarding Joe Flacco (28:57) and more. Plus, Doug Kyed of NESN stops by to break down what he saw in the Patriots' victory over the Packers on Sunday Night Football (47:28). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Geoff Schwartz of SB Nation and more to dish on what he's seeing from the Chiefs so far (0:48) as well as the progression of rule changes to offensive evolution (16:13). Plus, Ted Nguyen of The Athletic stops by to talk Raiders ahead of their TNF matchup with the 49ers (28:09), including what he expects from them in the second half of the season (38:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill shares his thoughts on the Browns choosing to let go HC Hue Jackson as well as OC Todd Haley and install DC Gregg Williams as the interim (0:43). Plus, he is joined by Mike Sando of ESPN to cover the result of the Packers-Rams game (6:32) and the trade deadline in the NFL (17:28) as well as Meg Rowley of Fangraphs to discuss the World Series (33:22) and where MLB's future lies from an aesthetic perspective (58:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mike Clay of ESPN to talk fantasy, including players you might want to acquire via trade (0:50) as well as players you might consider trading away (29:17) heading into the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ringer writer Robert Mays joins Bill Barnwell to weigh in on the breaking news of Raiders WR Amari Cooper being traded to the Cowboys. Plus, they breakdown NFL Week 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by ESPN Packers reporter Rob Demovsky to take the temperature up in Green Bay on a bye week, including what to make of their inconsistencies in performance and why there could be a disconnect between Aaron Rodgers and the play-callers (0:52). Plus, Nora Princiotti of The Boston Globe stops by to talk touchdown celebrations and her and Bill make up some of their own (25:40). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to take a look at where things stand for the teams in the AFC West after the Chiefs' loss to the Patriots on SNF (0:56), including the Broncos (14:59), Raiders (25:47) and Chargers (35:29). Also, Matt Bowen of ESPN stops by to discuss the high level of play from the Bears' defense this season aside from Sunday's performance against the Dolphins and more (42:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill gets updates on Philadelphia and New Orleans from Sheil Kapadia of The Athletic (1:09) and Mike Triplett of ESPN (31:41). What has to happen in the next few weeks for the Eagles to feel good about their chances? Are Saints fans prepared for a post Drew Brees future? The guys get into that and much more on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Will Brinson of CBS Sports to discuss coaching decisions good or bad and more from Rams-Seahawks (1:26), Cowboys-Texans (22:34), Giants-Panthers (43:41) as well as Falcons-Steelers (1:00:15) from the Week 5 slate in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which teams have been the most impressive so far this NFL season? Bill is joined by ESPN Rams reporter Lindsey Thiry (1:01) and ESPN Bengals reporter Katherine Terrell (22:14) to discuss why the teams that they cover are sitting pretty at the top of the league standings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Mina Kimes to discuss Earl Thomas' injury (5:24) as well as the struggles of the Falcons (23:35) and Steelers (38:36). Plus, Kevin Seifert stops by to share his thoughts on the mixed bag so far this season from the Vikings (52:30) and how the NFL views controversy over rules this season (1:02:32). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Dan Graziano to talk about coaches on the hot seat including Jason Garrett, Bill O'Brien, Hue Jackson and others (2:00). Plus, what they think about the Tampa Bay QB situation (20:00), if the AFC East-leading Miami Dolphins are a legit playoff contender (29:00), is there a cause for concern with the New England Patriots after their slow start (35:00) and possible trade situations in the NFL (40:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Doug Farrar of USA Today to discuss the offensive highs and lows of the season thus far, including issues with the Patriots' offense (1:56) as well as the outstanding play of Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City (10:20), Ryan Fitzpatrick in Tampa Bay (23:06) and Drew Brees in New Orleans (32:00). Plus, he touches on his new football book "The Genius of Desperation", which drops on Tuesday (43:37)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill talks to Doug Kyed of NESN about the Patriots trying to integrate Josh Gordon to the offense and the defense getting off to a slow start (1:12). Plus, Giants fan Alan Sepinwall of Rolling Stone joins to discuss whether or not it is time to panic in NYC and if he's jealous of the Jets for taking Darnold (26:53). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you think stats and NFL, you may think about ESPN writer Bill Barnwell. However, Sarah goes one-on-one with Bill to find out there's more behind then man than just number Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Mike Sando discuss the dynamic start to Patrick Mahomes' season (1:54), the tie between Minnesota-Green Bay as well as Aaron Rodgers' play in it (12:55), Dan Bailey heading to the Vikings (22:24), the Jaguars beating the Patriots (29:32) and which division leaders are showing the most promise (39:08). Plus, will the Earl Thomas situation get resolved soon (59:44)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and Mike Clay share their breakout players from Week 1 (1:31), including Tyreek Hill (12:42), Jordan Howard (31:09) and more. Plus, Chris Sprow joins to dish on the teams that could go 0-2 after Week 2 and potentially see their chance at the playoffs this season start to slip away (43:05), such as Lions-49ers (49:58) and Giants-Cowboys (1:06:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill and friend of the pod CBS' Will Brinson recap the first weekend of the NFL season, including Aaron Rodgers' huge performance on SNF against the Bears (1:55), Chiefs-Chargers (21:42) and Browns Steelers (38:58). Plus, what on earth are the Bills thinking (1:09:42)? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to cover which coaches and executives from around the league should or should not be on the hot seat this season, including those residing in the AFC North (12:09), AFC West (35:20), NFC East (41:27) and more.
Bill and Matt Ufford of Forbes Sports play "The Randomizer", randomizing NFL stories and trying to figure out how they might make sense in 2018.
Bill and ESPN's Mina Kimes share their division winner predictions for the upcoming NFL season, including the NFC West (4:50), AFC South (38:30), NFC North (56:45) and more.
Bill and ESPN's Dan Graziano share their award predictions for the upcoming NFL season, including Coach of the Year (6:18), Offensive Rookie of the Year (17:26), MVP (46:55) and much more.
Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Sando to delve into his annual installment of "QB Tiers", including among many others questions surrounding Jimmy Garoppolo and Kirk Cousins.
Bill is joined again by ESPN's Chris Sprow in the second installment of prop bets for the 2018 NFL season, such as who will have the better record between the NFC rival Cowboys and Eagles (1:17). Plus, ESPN's Mike Clay stops by to talk projections, including which skill position players will regress the most from last year and more (29:00)!
Bill welcomes ESPN's Chris Sprow to dive into some prop bets for the 2018 NFL season, including Saquon Barkley vs. every other non-first round rookie RB in TD's (22:03), pass yards for Tom Brady vs. Jimmy Garoppolo (29:01), turnovers for Kirk Cousins vs. Case Keenum (48:35) and much more.
Bill kicks off his previews of the coming 2018 NFL season by chatting with Matt Bowen of ESPN about which teams will break out on defense (1:03) as well as with Ted Nguyen of The Athletic about the teams that are likely to take the next step on the offensive side of the ball (28:51).
Bill discusses the major trades as we approach the deadline in the MLB with Fangraphs writer Meg Rowley then discuss the Kahwi and Carmelo trades with 538's Chris Herring.
Bill Barnwell talks with Courtney Cronin about the Vikings re-signing of Danielle Hunter, and if Stefon Diggs will get an extension. Plus, Ted Nguyen on the flurry of offseason moves by the Oakland Raiders.
Bill Barnwell talks with Brian Burke of ESPN analytics about his NFL Hall of Fame prediction models and Matt Doyle about Germany's surprising first round exit and MLS.
Bill Barnwell talks with Mike Sando about his best NFL offseason grades and if the Los Angeles Rams deserve to be at the top of the charts. Plus, Mike Goodwin on video assisted replay and own goals.