The Ringer's Philly Special

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to discuss the film from the Eagles' shutout of the Raiders on Sunday. Find out whether the Eagles are finally trying new things on offense. What has stood out with the red zone play calling? Which linebacker has been attacking downhill with no fear? The guys then preview Saturday's matchup against the Washington Commanders. Sheil and Shawn also rank the NFC teams and get into Shawn's Movie Minute. Eagles experimenting on offense (4:44) Red zone offense (14:58) Shawn's Movie Minute (27:24) Nakobe Dean (37:38) Commanders matchup preview (49:12) NFC hierarchy (53:47) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles blanked the Raiders 31-0 on Sunday, snapping a three-game losing streak. Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation discuss the lopsided victory and what this means for the Eagles late in the season. Where are the Eagles currently seeded in the NFC? How did Jalen Hurts perform in this game? What stood out on the defensive side of the ball? Is there a concerted effort to get Dallas Goedert touchdowns in a contract year? Plus, what TV shows are the guys watching? Initial thoughts on the victory and seeding (1:20) The offense (10:29) The defense's performance (19:12) Dallas Goedert's big day (37:22) Leftovers (42:34) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the current state of the Eagles in the midst of their losing streak. Is there a possibility that Jalen Hurts will get benched? How does owner Jeffrey Lurie feel about the current state of the team? Will this season be a wasted one if the Eagles fail to get back to the Super Bowl? Where did the bunny that appeared in the locker room come from? Plus, a big mailbag and predictions. Is benching Jalen Hurts a possibility? (02:39) Jeffrey Lurie on the current state of the team (17:54) Is this team still a Super Bowl contender? (28:41) Who brought the bunny into the locker room? (31:22) Player approval ratings (41:25) Injury updates (47:14) What will we be talking about if the Eagles win? (49:41) What will we be talking about if the Eagles lose? (53:15) Mailbag (55:24) Predictions (1:52:56) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to discuss another dreadful Eagles offensive performance following their third consecutive loss. They break down the most important plays of the 'MNF' game, and what happened on the final play that sealed the win for the Chargers in overtime. Kyle Schwarber has re-signed with the Phillies on a reported five-year, $150 million contract. Anthony Dabbundo joins to discuss what the signing means for the future of the Phillies. Plus, Shawn's movie minute, and a brief Sixers discussion. Last play of the game (3:11) Shawn's zag (15:56) Nick Sirianni's involvement in the offensive game planning (22:20) The Eagles are too reliant on talent (34:04) Are the players playing hard enough? (46:30) The defense (58:15) Schwarber re-signs with the Phillies (1:08:40) Quick Sixers discussion (1:31:42) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: Shawn Syed and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles falling to the Chargers for their third consecutive loss. What is wrong with this team? Has coaching failed this team? Are the players showing maximum effort? Why did Jalen Hurts turn the ball over so much? The offense failed the defense yet again. Last play of the game and Initial thoughts on the loss (6:50) The defense held up their end of the field (13:46) The offensive performance (28:00) Assessment of Jalen Hurts (44:34) AJ Brown's performance (53:07) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles coming off of two straight losses and heading to Los Angeles for a matchup with the Chargers. Following the Cowboys loss on Thursday, the Eagles playoff chances have significantly increased. Did that alleviate some pressure off the team? Jalen Carter had surgery on both shoulders this week. What is his expected timeline to return? Could the Eagles reunite with Darius Slay after he was cut by the Steelers? Has the tush push lost its lure? What are we talking about in the event that the eagles win or lose? Plus, mailbag and predictions! Jalen Carter undergoing surgery (5:48) Kevin Patullo will continue calling plays (9:05) Darius Slay possibly returning? (17:05) Tush-push conversation (26:21) What are we talking about if the Eagles win (37:00) What are we talking about if the Eagles lose (40:44) Mailbag (48:19) Predictions (1:50:07) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram/TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film from the Eagles' Black Friday loss to the Bears and discuss key plays, offensive weaknesses, and why the Bears were able to run so easily against the Eagles defense. Is the offense fixable, or is it too late in the season? Have teams figured out the tush push? Plus, Shawn's Movie Minute. What are the top offensive minds in the NFL doing to confuse defenses? (2:08) Offensive film breakdown (16:04) Can the offense be fixed? (19:26) Why has the blocking regressed? (42:32) The Bears' ground game destroyed the Eagles' front (51:24) Shawn's Movie Minute (1:03:49) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles falling to the Chicago Bears on Black Friday 24-15. What will it take to correct this offense? Does there need to be a new play caller immediately? Can the 2025 Eagles turn this season around? Is Jalen Hurts the problem? How were the Bears so successful at running on the Eagles? Plus, some leftovers. Big takeaway's (5:05) Assessing the Eagles coaching (9:36) Can the Eagles turn the season around? (26:51) Is Jalen part of the problem? (39:24) Why the Bears ran all over the Eagles (51:38) Leftovers (1:05:04) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the fallout from the Eagles' loss to the Cowboys and their big upcoming Black Friday matchup against the Bears. Who will be playing safety with Drew Mukuba injured? Will the coaches ever figure out how to put together a competent offense? Is it Saquon, or is it the scheme that's wrong with the run game? Plus, a mega mailbag and predictions! Who's on the injury report heading into Friday's matchup? (2:42) Could Cooper DeJean see some time at safety? (5:55) The problems with Kevin Patullo and the offense (13:32) Why has the run game regressed so much? (27:45) What are we talking about if the Eagles win or lose? (38:38) Mailbag (53:50) Predictions (1:35:09) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to discuss the film from the Eagles' loss to the Cowboys on Sunday. Why did the offense fall apart in the second half? What's wrong with the run game? Is it Saquon or a scheme issue? Should the coaching staff be doing more to put the team in better positions to win? Plus, a Black Friday Eagles-Bears preview and Gannon watch! Andrew Mukuba's injury and how it will affect the secondary (3:05) Why has the run game been pedestrian? (09:45) Did the Eagles take their foot off the gas? (24:01) Has the coaching staff been underperforming? (39:16) Eagles-Bears preview (56:13) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles loss to the division-rival Cowboys on Brandon Aubrey's 42-yard field goal as time expired and the Cowboys beat the Eagles 24-21. What happened to the offense in the second half after they were rolling in the first? The run game is still an issue that hasn't been resolved. How well did the defense play? Plus, a quick look-a-head to Friday's Black Friday game against the Bears. Nick Sirianni temperature check (3:27) The run game continues to struggle (13:29) AJ Brown's performance (19:33) The Eagles lack of aggressiveness going into halftime (23:06) How the defense performed (27:43) How Cooper Dejean performed as an outside corner (38:13) Tom Brady having a catch with AJ Brown (54:34) The NFL landscape and where the Eagles stand (1:01:03) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest from NovaCare Complex. Does the offense actually need to be fixed, and is it what Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts want? Multiple reports of staff and players being frustrated with Hurts's play were brought to light this week. What should we make of these rumors? Which key players will be out for the matchup against the Cowboys? Plus, what we'll be saying if the Eagles win or lose, the mailbag, and predictions! What is ailing the Eagles offense? (4:10) Reports that staff and players are frustrated with Jalen's play (12:35) Players on the injury report (36:02) What we'll be saying if the Eagles win or lose (52:09) Mailbag! (1:01:07) Predictions (1:37:26) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film of the Eagles' 16-9 victory over the Detroit Lions and give their thoughts on what they saw from both sides of the ball. Is the Eagles defense now reliant on the front and not the secondary? Why is the offense struggling? Plus, Shawn and Sheil preview the Eagles' matchup against the division-rival Cowboys. Is the 2025 defense better than the 2024 defense? (5:59) Jaelan Phillips continues to shine (15:44) What's wrong with the offense? (41:56) Are we overreacting about the offense? (56:47) The controversial A.J. Brown route (1:08:55) Eagles-Cowboys preview (1:21:11) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles defeated the Detroit Lions 16–9 on Sunday thanks to an outstanding effort on the defensive side of the ball. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the victory. How were the Eagles' defense and Vic Fangio able to hold Detroit's high-powered offense to just one touchdown? Why has the offense struggled to put up points since the bye week? Is it possible the 2025 defense is better than the 2024 defense? (3:41) The pass rush improvement since Jaelan Phillips joined the team (18:53) Are other offensive players frustrated with Jalen Hurts not taking more chances? (28:10) Are there signs of improvement on the offensive end going forward? (40:35) The pass interference call on 3rd & 8 (55:58) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's been a lot of drama surrounding the Eagles the past couple of days, and Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to unpack it all. A.J. Brown went on his Twitch stream and was very candid about his role with the team. Are his comments warranted, and is his public stance affecting the team? The Eagles have another monster matchup as the Detroit Lions visit the Linc on Sunday. What will we be talking about if the Eagles win or lose? Plus, Sixers guard Eric Gordon stops by to discuss the current state of the team and the excitement for this season so far compared with last year. Plus, the mailbag! A.J. Brown's comments on Twitch about his current situation with the Eagles offense (4:25) How is head coach Nick Sirianni handling this situation? (35:57) Lions-Eagles preview (43:10) Mailbag (55:55) Sixers guard Eric Gordon joins the pod! (1:28:00) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: Eric Gordon and Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film from the Eagles' Monday night victory over the Packers, and share their thoughts on what went well for the Eagles and what could be improved. Find out what Vic Fangio did defensively to keep Jordan Love in check, as well as: Jaelan Phillips's first game as an Eagle (3:40) How did the corners perform? (13:20) What stood out from the linebackers? (22:19) How did the offense perform? (32:03) The struggles of the Eagles' run game (39:26) Why isn't A.J. Brown getting the ball? (48:29) Did Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown go rogue on the final fourth-down play? (54:15) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn't the prettiest, but the Eagles pulled off a 10–7 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football. Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation break down the key plays of the game and discuss what stood out on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball. What are the biggest concerns for the Eagles going forward? Initial takeaways (1:51) The fourth down decision to go for it late in the game (8:45) Is there a problem with the coaching? (14:23) The offense (24:20) Why is AJ Brown not getting the ball? (30:46) Jaelan Phillips' first game as an Eagle (41:26) Moro Ojomo blowing up the Packers 4th down play (52:12) The final missed FG attempt (56:30) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the mega NFC showdown between the Eagles and Packers. Sheil and Zach discuss how Jaelan Phillips and Jaire Alexander are acclimating to the team. Now that the trade deadline has passed, what players' names came up in trade discussions? Who will be playing against Green Bay coming off the bye week? Plus, the most loved segment in Philadelphia, the mailbag! Jaelan Phillips's excitement about being in Philly! (2:22) How Jaire Alexander ended up being an Eagle (8:42) Was A.J. Brown ever really going to get traded? (22:47) Who will be active against the Packers? (34:01) What will we be talking about if the Eagles win? (39:04) What will we be talking about if the Eagles lose? (46:48) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles' bye week and the trade deadline are now in the rearview, and they have their sights set on the Packers for an NFC 'Monday Night Football' matchup. Sheil and Shawn Syed break down the first half of the Eagles' season and predict what the second half will look like. What will the cornerback rotation be for the Eagles after the acquisitions of Michael Carter II and Jaire Alexander? (4:02) What's the biggest concern for the defense moving forward? (9:51) The Packers offense vs. the Eagles defense (13:23) How will Jaelan Phillips add to the Eagles' pass rush? (21:00) What's the biggest concern for the offense moving forward? (46:45) The Eagles offense vs. the Packers defense (55:16) Offensive predictions for the rest of the season (1:00:31) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, the Eagles acquired pass rusher Jaelan Phillips from the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a third-round pick. Sheil and Zach Berman discuss the trade and the implications it will have for the Eagles for the rest of the season. Sheil's and Zach's initial thoughts on the trade (2:31) What will Phillips's role be with the Eagles? (10:15) Is his injury history a concern? (22:16) Is Phillips a top 10-15 player on the free agent market? (32:16) Thoughts on the Jaire Alexander trade and who will get the most snaps at CB2 (34:53) The hierarchy of the NFC (43:38) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are sitting at 6-2 with a big lead in the division heading into their bye week. Sheil Kapadia is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the progress of the reigning Super Bowl champs. They analyze this week's trade in which Philly acquired five-year veteran slot corner Michael Carter II from the Jets in exchange for John Metchie III. How will Carter fit into Vic Fangio's defense, and could we see Cooper DeJean play more outside corner (02:37)? The trade deadline is quickly approaching, and the Eagles could use some help in the pass rush. Who are some possible targets at the deadline (16:57)? Will the Eagles offense see more improvement after the bye week (30:07)? What about on defense? Could there be progress when some players come back from injury (35:50)? What does the rest of the season look like for A.J. Brown (38:29)? How will the Eagles finish out the season (44:12)? Plus, a mailbag full of airport and plane etiquette dilemmas (57:57). Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers are undefeated and has the attention of the city again. Sheil is joined by Rich Hofmann of PHLY to discuss the hot start and rookie sensation VJ Edgecombe. How much of a threat are they in the east? What should we expect from Joel Embiid when he's no longer on a minutes restriction? Sheil is then joined by Anthony Dabbundo AKA Tony Bunz to discuss the latest drama with the Phillies. Is there a world where Bryce Harper actually gets traded? Plus, the Eagles traded fourth-year receiver John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round selection to New York for nickelback Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round pick. What was the reasoning behind this? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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 Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film from the Eagles-Giants matchup this past Sunday and are here to give their thoughts on the Birds as they head into the bye week. The guys give credit where credit is due to Eagles OC Kevin Patullo (03:57). What concepts did Patullo run on the offensive side of the ball that caught Sheil and Shawn's attention (11:38)? How do the Eagles continue to thrive in the red zone (20:04)? What factors led to their success in running the ball (25:20)? Is Jalen Hurts currently playing his best football (34:06)? What did Vic Fangio and the defense do to stifle Jaxson Dart and the Giants offense (41:38)? Did the Eagles rotate the linebackers correctly, and should Jihaad Campbell continue to get more snaps at edge (49:15)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/ 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles' massive 38-20 revenge win against their division rival, the New York Giants. What's the overall sentiment of the team as it heads into the bye week (02:04)? Have the Eagles finally found something that can sustain the run game—beyond this matchup against the penetrable Giants defense (10:06)? What happened on the tush push play to make the officials prematurely rule that Jalen Hurts was down (21:34)? What's the latest on A.J. Brown, who was sidelined on Sunday because of a hamstring injury? Is there a chance that the star receiver could be traded (41:14)? What stood out on the defensive side of the ball (47:43)? Plus, a quick Sixers minute. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic for a loaded Thursday pod! Brandon Graham has officially unretired and rejoined the Eagles. When will he be available to play (2:21)? There are a few key players listed on the injury report, including Cam Jurgens. Will they be available to play against the Giants (10:10)? How badly did the loss to the Giants a couple of weeks ago sting, and will the Eagles be seeking revenge (21:31)? Zach then talks about going to his sister's wedding and then heading to cover the Eagles in Minnesota the very next morning (37:33). Plus, the mailbag, followed by VJ Edgecombe's amazing debut (48:32)! Will Edgecombe have Sixers fans locked in all season? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports are back and have reviewed the film of the Eagles' victory over the Minnesota Vikings. On the offensive side of the ball, what led to the Eagles' high success rate in this game (04:53)? The Eagles were successful when they put Jalen Hurts under center. Should they use him under center more (08:04)? Just how good was Jalen Hurts's performance this game (15:45)? Did the defense benefit from Carson Wentz's poor play (27:25)? Now that Nakobe Dean is back, how will the Eagles use Zack Baun and Jihaad Campbell (31:23)? Thoughts on Brandon Graham officially returning to the Eagles (36:07)? What would it take to acquire Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders (44:08)? How will the Eagles look to avenge their loss to the New York Giants two weeks ago (48:33)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles defeated the Minnesota Vikings and old friend Carson Wentz, 28-22, on Sunday to improve to a 5-2 record on the season. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the game and how the Eagles came out victorious. Is this the version of Jalen Hurts the Eagles need to continue seeing for the remainder of the season (1:42)? How did the Eagles generate so many explosive plays in this game compared to others this season (7:12)? Does the coaching staff have more issues to sift through even though they did win the game (15:13)? What should the identity of the offense be (30:54)? It's being reported that retired Eagles DE Brandon Graham may come out of retirement. Would this be the correct move to let him rejoin the team (38:32)? Why is the running game still a major issue (55:08)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports are back with another film session following the Eagles' loss to the New York Giants. They've sorted through the film and decided to fix the Eagles' problems. First up is the offense. Why have both the run game and pass game been mediocre this season (03:45)? Do the Eagles need to find better ways to sequence plays (17:32)? What changes would improve the pass game (21:34)? Why do the Eagles statistically have the worst starting field position on kickoffs in the NFL (34:55)? On the defensive side of the ball, will we see either Zack Baun or Jihaad Campbell blitz more due to the lack of adequate pass rushers (40:06)? The CB2 position has been a glaring issue all season. Could we see Cooper DeJean play in that position more (46:57)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to get a pulse on the current state of the Eagles following their two consecutive losses. Did Kevin Patullo say anything at his presser that should encourage fans (03:16)? What's the latest on Za'Darius Smith's abrupt retirement and Quinyon Mitchell's injury (06:59)? Lane Johnson made comments about the offense that didn't put it in the best light. What is the feeling around the building of the offense (11:18)? Under Patullo, Jalen Hurts's numbers have significantly regressed. Why is that (21:15)? Is there any possibility A.J. Brown could be traded in-season (29:52)? What do the guys think Jeffrey Lurie thinks about the current state of the team (45:04)? Plus, the mailbag, a Flyers update, and Hip-Hop (Sixers mascot) is back (50:29)! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a horrific night for Philly sports! Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles nightmare loss to the New York Giants. What's the overarching view of this team? Sheil and BLG discuss just how mediocre this offense has been all season. This was the worst game defensively since Vic Fangio took over as well. What went wrong on that side of the ball? We then switch our focus to the Phillies, and Anthony Dabbundo joins the pod to discuss another high win total from the team to a disappointing early exit. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia & Anthony Dabbundo Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies have staved off elimination and won Game 3 of the NLDS against the Los Angeles Dodgers thanks to two Schwarbombs and the bats coming alive. Sheil and Tony Bunz discuss the key moments and what ultimately led to the victory. Plus, the guys look ahead to Game 4 with Cristopher Sanchez set to take the mound. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia & Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film from the Eagles' loss to the Denver Broncos and discuss what key plays ultimately led to the loss. How has Jalen Hurts fared against man coverage, zone coverage, and blitzing this season (4:39)? Why did Saquon Barkley only have six carries the entire game (13:31)? Do the Eagles play a style of football that's exclusively in extremes (19:00)? The guys discuss the play where A.J. Brown appeared to slow up that could've possibly gone for a touchdown (22:17). Did Kevin Patullo call a good game (35:11)? Sheil and Shawn break down the defense's performance (43:12). How will the Eagles combat the Giants' tough and physical defensive front on Thursday (1:05:12)? Plus, predictions! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies fell to the Dodgers 4-3 after almost pulling off a rally in the ninth inning. Sheil and Anthony Dabbundo discuss what happened throughout the game and whether the Phillies can miraculously make a comeback from 0-2 in the series. Why did the lineup approach Blake Snell the way it did? Did Rob Thomson make the right decision in letting Bryson Stott bunt in the ninth inning? Why is Aaron Nola starting over Ranger Suárez in Game 3 of the NLDS? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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 Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles fell to the Broncos 21-17 on Sunday for their first loss of the season. Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation break down the biggest plays and what's next for the Eagles. What were Sheil and BLG's biggest takeaways from the game (2:30)? Why did the Eagles abandon the run during this game (13:47)? It appears AJ Brown slowed up on a route that could've potentially been a touchdown for the Eagles but instead ended up being an incompletion (22:55). Did the officials play a part in the loss for the Eagles (32:34)? How beat up is the offensive line (43:06)? How did the defense perform (48:35)? Plus, leftovers and a quick look ahead to the Giants on Thursday. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 5–3, in Game 1 of the NLDS. Sheil and Tony Bunz break down the ins and outs of the game and discuss how the Phillies lost despite holding a three-run lead. Was Matt Strahm tipping his pitches when Teoscar Hernández launched a home run into right-center, ultimately giving the Dodgers the lead and the win? How serious is Harrison Bader's injury, and how might it impact the outfield moving forward? Jesus Luzardo has been named the Game 2 starter, set to face off against Blake Snell. Who has the edge? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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 Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to preview the Phillies' NL Division Series game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. How will the Dodgers rotation fare against the Phillies lineup and vice versa? Who should be the Phillies' starter in Game 2, Ranger Suárez or Jesús Luzardo? If the Phillies win or lose the series, what will be the main reasons why? Plus, playoff predictions! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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 Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' upcoming matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. The guys open the pod by discussing the latest with the A.J. Brown tweet fallout following Sunday's victory against the Buccaneers and how frustrated he must be with the offense (3:07). Dallas Goedert didn't practice on Wednesday. What is his progress toward playing on Sunday? Plus, Nakobe Dean is back at practice. When could he be activated and return to play (24:59)? Zach explains why Vic Fangio got snippy with him in his presser (27:15). How does the offense as a whole feel about the way the season has started (33:45)? If the Eagles win, what will be the reason why (35:55)? If the Eagles lose, what will we be talking about (39:03)? Plus, another great mailbag segment (43:34) and predictions (1:29:45)! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports are back with the Eagles film review of their victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The guys start with the offensive side of the ball. Why hasn't that side of the ball clicked for the Eagles yet (03:52)? Why has Saquon and the run game struggled so much in the early portion of the season (15:17)? How frustrated is AJ Brown with how the passing game looks (29:10)? Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper Dejean continue to standout on the field and both have bright futures (50:58). Is there a possibility that Kelee Ringo could replace Adoree' Jackson as a starter (1:04:04)? Shawn gives his assessment on Special Teams in 90 seconds (1:12:21). Plus, a quick preview of the Eagles matchup against the Broncos. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-25 on Sunday and are now 4-0 heading into October. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss another bizarre victory. What were the biggest takeaways from the game (3:01)? How crucial was the defense in this game (6:32)? This game was another tale of two halves. Why was the offense so good in the first half but struggled in the second half (13:03)? What was the turning point of the game, according to BLG (25:18)? Why was the second half such a disaster after such a great first half (27:59)? The guys react to AJ Brown's cryptic tweet following another lackluster performance (31:22). Why has Saquon and the run game been relatively unsuccessful thus far this season (39:55)? What and who stood out on the defensive side of the ball (46:59)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' upcoming matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. There are some notable players on the Eagles who are battling injuries, including Nolan Smith, who was just placed on injured reserve. What will the Eagles' approach be to filling the void in the already ineffective pass rush (04:28)? Chauncey Gardner-Johnson was cut by the Houston Texans earlier this week. Is there a possibility for him to be reunited with the Eagles (18:50)? What is the state of the offense following the Eagles' come-from-behind victory against the Los Angeles Rams? Should the Eagles listen to A.J. Brown and give the ball to the "killers" (22:41)? Lane Johnson left the Rams game early with a neck stinger that possibly happened on one of the "tush push" plays (27:24). Plus, the Sixers have unveiled their Iverson-era throwbacks, and Zach has a lot of optimism about the team this upcoming season (31:00). If the Eagles win, what will be the reason why (36:19)? If the Eagles lose, what will be the discussion (40:37)? We then get to the mailbag and the use of hotel body wash and shampoo (45:43). Plus, predictions (1:35:37)! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film of the Eagles' miraculous win against the Rams and what changed in the second half. Why was the offense so bad in the first half (4:47)? What were the adjustments that were made in the second half (10:04)? Sheil and Shawn assess Jalen Hurts's performance in the second half (19:54). What's the level of concern with the lack of explosive run plays (28:09)? Why did the Eagles struggle defending the run (35:56)? What's going on with kickoffs and why can't the Eagles return them properly (51:46)? How does Todd Bowles make life difficult for Jalen Hurts (1:08:41)? What should the Eagles defense expect from the Buccaneers offense (1:14:29)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a game! The Eagles erased a 19-point deficit and came out victorious 33-26 against the Rams on Sunday thanks to a crucial field goal block by Jordan Davis and a scoop-and-score as time expired. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the victory. What were the biggest takeaways from the game (3:18)? Has the “straightjacket” been taken off of Jalen Hurts and the offense (8:51)? Has Jalen Hurts been noticeably more vocal this season (19:58)? How did the defense perform (31:54)? Sheil sounds off on detractors of the ‘tush push” (47:29). Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. 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. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices