The Ringer's Philly Special

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to project the 53-man roster as cutdowns are quickly approaching. Who will be QB2 behind Jalen Hurts? Which OL might find himself cut from the roster? Are there any DBs at risk of not making the team? Plus, the mailbag! (04:55) - Quarterback (17:06) - Running back (18:31) - Wide receivers (27:44) - Tight end (33:01) - Offensive line (42:17) - Defensive line (53:40) - Linebackers (56:43) - Defensive backs (1:00:29) - Mailbag The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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/ 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

On the latest edition of The Ringer's Philly Special we are live from the Kapadia household as Sheil is joined by guests Shawn Syed and Tej Seth. Sheil has ten Eagles questions following the last preseason game against the Patriots. Where will Jalen Hurts rank in EPA per dropback? How many all-pros will the defense have? Where will Devonta Smith rank in yards for receivers in the NFL? (04:52) - Where will Jalen Hurts rank in EPA per dropback? (19:24) - How many all-pros will the defense have? (34:03) - Ranking Goedert, Wicks, and Lemon receiving yards (49:35) - Where will Devonta Smith rank in receiving yards this season? (1:12:26) - Where will the Philadelphia Eagles rank in offense? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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/ Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed and Tej Seth 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 the second day!) to discuss day two of the Eagles' joint practices with the Patriots. ZB has his patented ZB3 for Thursday's practice. What impressed ZB the most from Thursday? Were the Patriots being a bit chippy with Saquon? How has the defense performed in the practices? Plus, a monster, must-listen mailbag. (01:40) - What stood out from practice (09:29) - Chippiness of practice (39:10) - The defense (51:20) - Mailbag The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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/ 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 Zach Berman of The Athletic, who's currently up in New England for Eagles-Patriots joint practices. ZB has his patented ZB3 with some interesting tidbits from day one of joint practice. How did former Eagle AJ Brown perform in the joint practice? Did he speak to Jalen Hurts? How did the defense look? Sheil is then joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss a streaking Phillies team. What adjustments has Bryson Stott and Alec Bohm made to improve their performances recently? (04:30) - AJ Brown in joint practice (26:20) - The Eagles pass rush (55:05) - Phillies with Tony Bunz The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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: 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 opened their 2026 preseason Saturday night with a 24-7 loss to the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowtown of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the loss and any concerns or bright spots from the game. What's going on with the backup QB battle between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee? Who stood out to Sheil and BLG? Plus, a look ahead to the joint practices with the Eagles and Patriots and a discussion about ice cream. (06:13) - Eagles backup QB battle (17:48) - Training camp fight (27:27) - Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (42:31) - The defense (1:05:53) - Look ahead to joint practices The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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: 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 Eagles training camp as they prepare for their first preseason matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. ZB has his usual ZB3. Which starters will we see in the first preseason game? Which receiver has really garnered a lot of attention in camp? They also get into Vic Fangio's interesting comments about Jalen Hurts. Plus, Sheil's trip to see 'The Odyssey' and the mailbag! (02:03) Starters in the preseason opener? (12:09) Lane Johnson is retiring after the season (38:09) Darius Cooper's training camp (54:17) Vic Fangio's comments on Jalen Hurts (1:06:54) Mailbag The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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/ 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 The Watch podcast host and Philly native Andy Greenwald to discuss the Eagles heading into the 2026 season and all of the offseason changes that have occurred. Andy has some major Philly sports takes that he's been waiting to release into the ether, such as Jeff Stoutland's absence, Sean Mannion's shaved head, and the social-media stars of the Eagles. (04:39) - Jeff Stoutland Ewing theory (11:29) - Makai Lemon and Eli Stowers (18:49) - Sean Mannion's shaved head (29:18) - Eagles social media (49:10) - Phillies problems The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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: Andy Greenwald Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles training camp is in full swing! Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss what they've noticed from camp this week with ZB's ZB3. How has Jalen Hurts looked so far in camp? Will the pass rush and front seven live up to the hype? Now that A.J. Brown is out of the picture, can the WRs still perform at a high level? Plus, the mailbag! (02:28) - Jalen Hurts in camp (16:29) - The defense and front seven (39:18) - Wide receiver production (48:38) - Lane Johnson's absence (1:01:52) - Mailbag The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies traded for second baseman Luis Arraez, a three-time batting champ, leading the National League with a .324 average this season. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the move and the ripple effect it will have on the infield and lineup. The Phillies also acquired a pair of relievers, left-hander Brooks Raley from the Mets and right-hander Caleb Kilian from the Giants. Are these moves enough to compete throughout the rest of the season and possibly beyond? (03:52) - Luis Arraez's acquisition and positional changes (40:15) - Reliever acquisitions 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: 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 his biggest takeaways from the first week of training camp. One of the biggest questions this upcoming season will be the offense in its entirety. How has it looked so far in camp? What are the biggest concerns? Which defensive player does BLG think is ready to make a major leap next season? (04:27) - Offensive concerns? (15:23) - Defensive player ready for breakout season (34:38) - Makai Lemon and Eli Stowers (46:26) - Tank Bigsby (1:05:47) - Sixers and Phillies 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: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles training camp is underway as we inch closer to the NFL season. Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss training camp takeaways so far. Zach has his “ZB5” today from his time at camp. How different does the offense look? What are the vibes at camp so far? Jalen Carter got his extension! Will the offensive line be healthier coming into this season? When will Jonathan Greenard be able to practice now that he's placed on the PUP list? Plus, one of the best mailbags yet! (02:42) - Sean Mannion's offense at camp (10:16) - Vibes at camp (16:55) - DeVonta Smith #1 receiver (31:52) - Jalen Carter's extension (41:16) - Offensive line (50:15) - Jonathan Greenard (1:00:28) - Mailbag 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: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've now had a few days to digest LeBron's decision to come to Philly and play for the Sixers. How hyped has the city been since the announcement? Sheil discusses that with Anthony Dabbundo before they dive into the Phillies' recent woes. Is this the least optimistic fans have been about the team since the 2023 World Series run? They also discuss potential trade deadline targets for the Phils. (02:03) - LeBron Mania (31:47) - Phillies 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: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes, you read that correctly. LeBron James has decided to bring his talents to Philadelphia. We're still in shock. Sheil is joined by Rich Hofmann of The Broad Street Bulletin to discuss LeBron joining the Sixers. How will he fit within the team? What are the expectations now that it's official? How did Mike Gansey make all of this come together in one offseason? 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: Rich Hofmann Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles training camp is just around the corner, which means it's almost time to officially lock into football mode. Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic, who has his ZB3 ahead of camp. How dialed in will everyone be with this new offense under Sean Mannion? When will Jalen Carter receive his contract extension? Also, Nick Sirianni's use of AI. The mailbag is back with some new fun stories as well! (10:15) - New offensive scheme under Sean Mannion (23:24) - Jalen Carter's future with the Eagles (40:21) - Nick Sirianni's use of ChatGPT (55:26) - Mailbag 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: 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 The Broad Street Bulletin's Rich Hofmann to discuss their early training camp thoughts on the Eagles and whether Jalen Hurts has won over the fan base. Then, they analyze the latest on LeBron Watch and why the Celtics decided to trade Jaylen Brown. Then, they finish the pod by breaking the Phillies' chances in the NL East and some golf talk. Eagles training camp talk and takes- (6:46) Jalen Hurts being underrated - (28:04) LeBron Watch and the Jaylen Brown trade- (42:42) The State of the Phillies- (1:25:34) Golf talk- (1:43:23) 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: Rich Hofmann Producer: Stefan Anderson Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's back! Ben Solak and Brandon Lee Gowton have returned with the 2026 Jersey Number Analytics episode. The offseason tradition lives on as they once again break down the very serious (or maybe not so serious) science behind how a player's jersey number could impact their performance this season. Who's your pick to have a breakout year based purely on their number? Drop your prediction in the comments! 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Hosts: Ben Solak and Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

That's right, the Sixers have acquired Jaylen Brown from the Celtics in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. Cliff is joined by Rich Hofmann of The Broad Street Bulletin and Adam Aaronson, a.k.a. “Sixers Adam,” of PhillyVoice to discuss all of it. Why did the Celtics make this move in the first place? How does Jaylen Brown fit with Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and V.J. Edgecombe? Plus, what mark is new president of basketball operations Mike Gansey leaving in this early portion of his Sixers tenure? 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Cliff Augustin Guests: Rich Hofmann and Adam Aaronson Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers kicked off their offseason by selecting Alabama guard Labaron Philon Jr. with the No. 22 overall pick in the NBA Draft. What kind of player are they getting, and was this the right move? Cliff is joined by Devon Givens of PHLY and Adam Aaronson, aka "Sixers Adam" from the Philly Voice, to break down the pick, talk about Philon's fit with the team, and discuss what it says about the Sixers' direction. The guys also dive into what new President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey's arrival means for the future, how committed the organization is to Joel Embiid and Paul George, and which free agents could be on the Sixers' radar this offseason. 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Devon Givens and Adam Aaronson Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies manufactured a historic comeback against the Nationals that hasn't been done in almost 40 years! They turned an 8-6 deficit into a 14-8 lead before Washington added a run in the ninth, and held on for a 14-9 win Tuesday night at Nationals Park. Cliff is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to break it all down. Where do we currently stand with the Phillies? 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Cliff Augustin Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cliff is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic and Devan Kaney from Werth Talking About podcast to discuss the five biggest Eagles stories to watch for this offseason. What will matter the most in Sean Mannion's offense? Can Saquon Barkley return to his 2024 form? Will Jalen Carter be a 2026 DPOY candidate? How much will the Eagles miss Nakobe Dean? How important is this season for Nick Sirianni's tenure? Do the Eagles have a Jake Elliott problem? Plus, the Phillies sent pitcher Andrew Painter down to Triple-A after a bad outing against the Marlins Wednesday. Where does the team go from here? (05:34) - Sean Mannion's offense (19:37) - Saquon Barkley bounce-back season? (35:03) - Jalen Carter DPOY candidate? (40:13) - Big shoes to fill for Nakobe Dean's departure (49:18) - Perception of Nick Sirianni (1:09:35) - Andrew Painter struggles 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Cliff Augustin Guest: Devan Kaney and Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before the Eagles break for the summer, mandatory minicamp was held this week at the Jefferson Healthcare Complex. Cliff is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic and EJ Smith of PHLY to discuss some minicamp observations. The Eagles signed former Bills edge rusher A.J. Epenesa to a one-year deal. How could he fit into the Vic Fangio scheme? The guys close the chapter on A.J. Brown's time with the Eagles and the comments made since his trade to New England. Zach has his patented ZB3 and touches on the offense, the vibes of the team, and which player(s) have stood out. Plus, a quick discussion on new Sixers President of Basketball Operations Mike Gansey. A.J. Epenesa signing - (10:02) AJ. Brown discussion - (20:17) ZB3 - (41:13) Sixers hire Mike Gansey - (1:09:09) 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Cliff Augustin Guest: Zach Berman and EJ Smith Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AJ Brown has finally been traded! Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to break down all the details and the ramifications of the trade. Should Eagles fans be satisfied with the return for AJ Brown? Did AJ Brown want out because of Jalen Hurts? Will the Eagles offense be better without AJ Brown? 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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 Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the latest on the Phils'. They can't decide whether this team is a competitor, or are they just average to below average. What's stood out for the Phillies so far recently, good and bad? Plus, Sheil reenacts Bryce Harper's teeth brushing method. 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: 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 Eagles OTAs and some offseason news. How will the offense look this season compared to last season, and how will Jalen Hurts have to adapt to having a new coordinator? What type of impact can the Eagles' new corner Riq Woolen have on the defense? What's the latest on the A.J. Brown saga? Plus, a very fun mailbag! Difference in the offense - (03:50) Makai Lemon OTA - (11:56) Riq Woolen OTA - (14:30) Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown relationship - (31:43) Mailbag - (57:11) 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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 Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest Eagles news and notes. What are the expectations for the Eagles' new OC, Sean Mannion? How will Jalen Hurts adapt to yet another offense and play caller? Will Eagles second-round pick Eli Stowers have a big role in the offense? Who's the potential breakout star for the Eagles this upcoming season? Plus, ZB reviews Drake's latest album, 'Iceman,' and a loaded mailbag. Nolan Smith's arrest - (02:56) Expectations for Sean Mannion - (04:42) What does Jalen Hurts need to prove? - (11:03) Potential breakout player - (29:02) The Eagles' undrafted rookies - (43:12) Mailbag and 'Iceman' review - (55:46) 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. 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

Don't look now, but the Phillies have officially gotten over .500 after defeating Paul Skenes and the Pirates on Sunday. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the turnaround for the club since Donnie Baseball took over. Do the Phillies have two Cy Young candidates? Has there ever been a better stretch for Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber as a duo in Phillies uniforms? Plus, the guys recap their time at the PGA Championship at Aronimink. 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: 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 and Prof. Deniz Selman to break down the NFL schedule release. The Eagles have plenty of intriguing matchups, opponents, and prime-time slots on the slate. The guys then go game by game with their season predictions based on the schedule. Is the NFL taking over too many holidays? Plus, a monster mailbag. Buckle up for what might be the longest episode in Philly Special history. Initial thoughts on the schedule - (04:21) NFL taking over holidays - (35:51) Schedule wins and losses - (53:37) Mailbag - (01:56:19) 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: Zach Berman and Prof. Deniz Selman 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 Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice to discuss the firing of Sixers president of basketball ops Daryl Morey. Fair or foul? Should Morey have been fired for the shortcomings of the Sixers organization in recent years? Whom should the Sixers be seeking to replace Morey? Sheil is then joined by Raheem Palmer to discuss more on the Morey firing. Is it the right move for the Sixers to retain Nick Nurse without knowing who the next GM will be? Adam Aaronson - (01:08) Raheem Palmer - (56:00) 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 visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplines. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: Adam Aaronson and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers got blown out in Game 4 and swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo and Cliff to discuss the state of the team and what the future holds. Should there be changes at the top of the organization? Meanwhile, the Phillies have been rolling ever since Donny Baseball took over. The guys go over the good and the bad of the team thus far. Can Brandon Marsh's bat remain hot? Are there concerns with Trea Turner's production? Sixers' season comes to a close - (01:43) Phillies segment - (40:01) 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: 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 break down the Sixers' Game 2 loss to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals without Joel Embiid, discuss the Philadelphia Eagles' latest front-office moves, and dive into a massive mailbag. Should fans be frustrated with Embiid's ongoing health concerns? Zach also recaps his time at DeVonta Smith's annual celebrity softball game. Plus, one of the all-time great mailbag segments. Which TV show has the best intro ever? Sixers Lose Game Two - (02:20) Eagles Front Office Changes - (46:36) Mailbag - (01:08:42) 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: 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 fell to the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semis, fresh off a thrilling Game 7 victory in Boston. Sheil is joined by Roy Burton of the Broad Street Line to discuss the blowout and what his level of panic is. Plus, are the Sixers justified in trying to prevent Knicks fans from invading Xfinity Mobile Arena for the home games of this series? 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: Roy Burton 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 do a film review of the Eagles' 2026 draft picks. But first, Shawn discusses Jonathan Greenard and his film and whether he'll fill the void that Jaelan Phillips left. Will Uar Bernard become a serviceable NFL player even though he's never taken a snap in his life? Jonathan Greenard (03:50) Makai Lemon (15:44) Dontayvion Wicks (34:14) Eli Stowers (37:50) Markel Bell (48:31) Micah Morris (57:28) Cole Wisniewski (58:28) Uar Bernard (01:03:02) 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

The Sixers pulled off an upset, rallying from a 3–1 deficit in their first-round series against the Boston Celtics to win Game 7. Sheil is joined by Rich Hofmann of The Broad Street Bulletin to break down the game and look ahead to the next series against the New York Knicks. 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: Rich Hofmann 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 shakeups in the Eagles front office. Zach has his ZB3 and also touches on the fifth-year options being picked up for Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith and what that might mean for their futures. What has been the biggest splash this offseason for the Eagles? Plus, the Flyers beat the Penguins in the opening round of the NHL playoffs to advance, and can the Sixers somehow beat the Celtics? The mailbag is finally back, and we get ZB's thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson's breakup. Eagles front office departures - (06:45) Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith options picked up - (29:53) Eagles biggest offseason splash - (38:53) Uar Bernard appeal - (44:25) Sixers/Flyers - (1:01:11) Mailbag - (1:19:20) 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: 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 staved off elimination and defeated the Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 of their first-round series. Sheil, Tony Bunz, and Cliff recap the big Sixers win, then get into the Phillies firing manager Rob Thomson. Were the Phillies justified in moving on? How much blame should be placed on Dave Dombrowski? What's the outlook for the remainder of the season? Sixers' big win - (01:47) Phillies fire manager Rob Thomson - (20:44) 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 Guests: 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 day three of the 2026 NFL draft and whom the Eagles selected. The guys also go through each position group and talk about whether it's a point of strength or needs to be improved. Day Three draftees - (03:31) Evaluating position groups - (29:04) Latest on AJ Brown - (32:09) 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: 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 Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation and Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles picks following Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. But first, the Eagles acquired LB Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings. Sheil, Zach and BLG breakdown the trade then talk about the picks of Eli Stowers and Markel Bell. Eli Stowers - (03:45) Zach Berman joins - (9:55) Jonathan Greenard trade - (36:20) Markel Bell - (51:59) Sixers - (1:03:00) 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: Brandon Lee Gowton 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 is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles drafting USC WR Makai Lemon in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Did the Eagles get Lemon at good value considering they had to trade up for him? There's actually an interesting backstory on how the Eagles got the receiver. Does this move mean AJ Brown will most certainly be on another team next season? What type of receiver is Lemon and who is his player comp? Who will the Day Two targets be for the Eagles? Plus, some Sixers and Flyers reaction. Eagles draft Makai Lemon - (03:14) Eagles traded up for Lemon - (08:13) AJ Brown latest - (17:07) Makai Lemon profile - (23:44) Day Two targets - (48:33) Sixers & Flyers - (53:05) 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: 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 Zach Berman of The Athletic finally drop their seven-round Eagles mock draft for the 2026 NFL draft. But first, Adam Schefter dropped a report on Monday about an A.J. Brown trade likely happening after June 1. Are the rumors true? Find out which picks Sheil and Zach have in common. First round - (11:58) Second round - (30:37) Third round - (36:15) Day-three picks - (46:21) 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: 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 Anthony Dabbundo and Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest on a big weekend in Philly sports: The Phillies lost another series, the Flyers won big, and the Sixers had an embarrassing loss. Is there any hope for the Phillies, who are off to an 8-13 start to the season? The Flyers stole Game 1 in Pittsburgh, which has the guys juiced. Plus, just how bad was the Sixers' loss in Game 1 of their series against the Celtics? Phillies' struggles - (5:43) Flyers' big win - (45:48) Sixers' blowout - (58:22) 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 Guests: Zach Berman 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 their day-two targets for the Eagles in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft. Find out whether Sheil and Zach agree on the prospects the Eagles should look at. But first, Zach addresses Howie Roseman's comments on the Jalen Hurts reports. Then, the Sixers and the Flyers are in the playoffs! Sheil, Zach, and Cliff react to both teams making it and discuss their chances of beating their archrivals (the Celtics and Penguins, respectively). Plus, a loaded mailbag! Howie's comments on the Jalen Hurts reports - (02:21) Day-two prospects - (16:29) Sixers and Flyers make the playoffs - (01:11:13) Mailbag - (01:28:07) Addressing Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel - (01:46:30) 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: 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 Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest on the Eagles and who they think the team's top draft targets are. But first, the Eagles made a trade with the Green Bay Packers for WR Dontayvion Wicks in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. Does that trade have any implications on A.J. Brown's future with the Birds? Sheil and Zach then go through who they think the Eagles have as their top draft targets in the first round next week. Are the Eagles leaning receiver or o-line? Dontayvion Wicks trade - (01:29) 10-6 prospects - (20:42) 5-1 prospects - (56:03) 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: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices