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Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through JP's NFL Wide Receiver and Tight End Tier Rankings for the 2026 season!-(00:00) Intro(2:32) Can't Double Them(7:54) Dynamic Groups(16:18) Can We Get Them A QB?(24:10) Can Win You Games, Can Lose You Games(29:42) Fun, But Needs Time(36:01) Fun, But Needs Help(39:58) Jeremiah Smith Range-Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepileDownload and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepileSign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newslettersFor more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos.You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through Mike's NFL RB Tier Rankings for the 2026 season!-(00:00) Intro(2:05) Do-It-All Elite(5:07) Elite Runners(8:51) Elite Space Backs(11:25) Joining Soon(15:09) Former Elite(20:24) High-End Starters(25:40) Fine With Them(31:28) Better Than This Tier When Healthy(36:41) Committee Backs(40:45) Intriguing Unknowns(42:36) Looking For Upgrades-Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepileDownload and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepileSign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newslettersFor more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos.You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through JP's NFL QB Tier Rankings for the 2026 season! -(00:00) Intro (2:19) Mahomes-ian Tier (5:30) Elite of the Elite (10:59) Aging Vets (13:55) Certified Hoopers (20:06) Borderline Top 10 (25:09) Game Manager - Compliment (31:59) High Variance (34:55) Watching with great interest (39:15) Limited upside#NFL #football #pushingthepile #AFC #NFC #nfldraft #quarterbacks #patrickmahomes #joshallen #lamarjackson #joeburrow-Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepileDownload and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepileSign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newslettersFor more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos.You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their thoughts on Monday's two big NFL trades including Myles Garrett and A.J. Brown. They discuss who won each deal, expectations for players on their new teams, and more! They also each give 3 hypothetical NFL trades they would like to see happen this season.(00:00) Intro(00:36) Rams Trade For Myles Garrett(15:57) Patriots Trade For A.J. Brown(23:57) Alvin Kamara Hypothetical Trade(26:10) Josh Sweat Hypothetical Trade(30:45) Kayshon Boutte Hypothetical Trade(33:47) Kayvon Thibodeaux Hypothetical Trade(39:05) James Conner Hypothetical Trade(42:55) Anthony Richardson Jr Hypothetical TradePushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepileDownload and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepileSign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newslettersFor more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos.You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Seth and Sean dive into what Mike Renner and JP Acosta of CBS graded the Texans' offseason, a McAfee minion picking the Texans to win the SB, and Chris Simms giving them a pat on the back for giving Nico more money.
Seth and Sean react to and assess what Mike Renner, JP Acosta, Tone Digs and Chris Simms had to say about the Texans' offseason, do an entire mini PettyCast to hear the shade thrown at Chet Holmgren, see what the people think the Texans should do with some new cap space after restructuring Nico's deal, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.
Seth and Sean discuss the blockbuster trade sending Myles Garrett to the Rams and Jared Verse to the Browns, Texans LB EJ Speed being out for the season reportedly, what the Texans could do with some cap space gained by restructuring Nico Collins' deal, go through the day's Headlines, dive into the Texans-centric storylines coming out of ESPN's piece on top storylines from their nugget hussies, assess if Jalen Pitre could be the next Texan to get a beneficial restructuring the way Nico Collins did recently, get petty and react to others being petty in the PettyCast, discuss Michael Brockers hinting heavily that Aaron Donald is coming back to football, Aqib Talib laying out how unimportant politics are in the locker room, assess what Mike Renner, JP Acosta, Tone Digs and Chris Simms had to say about the Texans' offseason, do an entire mini PettyCast to hear the shade thrown at Chet Holmgren, see what the people think the Texans should do with some new cap space after restructuring Nico's deal, and see what the question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.
Mike Renner and JP Acosta each give 5 prospects for the 2027 NFL Draft that you need to know now! - (00:00) Intro (3:14) Alabama EDGE Yhonzae Pierre (6:41) Notre Dame CB Leonard Moore (10:20) Minnesota QB Drake Lindsey (15:07) Indiana QB Josh Hoover (19:23) LSU TE Trey'Dez Green (23:52) Notre Dame WR Jordan Faison (27:23) Oregon DL A'Mauri Washington (30:36) Iowa C Kade Pieper (34:05) Florida RB Jadan Baugh (37:36) Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through their early NFL leans following last week's schedule release. From Week 1 to win totals, division picks, player awards, and much more! - (00:00) Intro (00:36) Favorite Week 1 Wager (6:25) Win Total To Go Over (12:55) Win Total To Go Under (17:47) Favorite Division Winner Pick (22:38) Pick To Win NFC Championship (27:27) Pick To Win AFC Championship (32:42) Early Super Bowl Lean (34:30) Early Super Bowl Sleeper (38:43) Early MVP Picks (40:31) Early Offense Rookie of the Year Picks (42:30) Early Defense Rookie of the Year Picks Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast."
Mike Renner and JP Acosta react to the NFL matchups that have been announced so far for the 2026 season! From International games to Week 1 and Thanksgiving; the guys give their thoughts on all the notable matchups. Mike and JP also discuss Week 1 matchups they want to see and break down the hardest/easiest schedules. - (00:00) Intro (1:04) International Matchups Announced (10:45) Other Schedule Leaks (17:53) Who Should The Seahawks Play? (22:02) Week 1 Matchups We Want To See (26:33) Hardest Schedules This Season (35:09) Easiest Schedules This Season - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
JP Acosta and Emory Hunt give offseason grades for all 32 NFL teams based on what they've done so far. - (00:00) Intro (00:28) NFC East Teams (6:31) NFC North Teams (11:15) NFC South Teams (17:54) NFC West Teams (22:52) AFC East Teams (28:36) AFC North Teams (34:32) AFC South Teams (36:16) AFC West Teams (41:37) Final Thoughts Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through their post-draft NFL power ranking tiers. All 32 teams divided based on season expectations following the 2026 NFL Draft. Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Disguised Coverage, Anthony is joined by JP Acosta of CBS Sports to dive into the 2026 Buffalo Bills draft class to provide pick by pick analysis, and discuss whether or not they'd keep each pick or change it.0:00 | Opening thoughts23:31 | Round 2 pick 35 (3) - Edge TJ Parker32:31 | Round 2 pick 62 (30) - CB Davison Igbinosun43:55 | Round 4 pick 102 (2) - LT Jude Bowry54:54 | Round 4 pick 125 (25) - WR Skyler Bell1:05:54 | Round 4 pick 126 (26) - LB Kaleb Elarms-Orr1:12:00 | Round 5 pick 167 (27) - SAF Jalon Kilgore1:16:38 | Round 5 pick 181 (41?) - DT Zane Durant1:22:22 | Round 7 pick 220 (4) - CB Toriano Pride Jr.1:27:32 | Round 7 pick 239 (23) - Tommy Doman Jr.1:29:16 | Round 7 pick 241 (25) - G Ar'maj Reed-Adams1:34:17 | Hypothetical trade from the live chat1:42:11 | Closing thoughts1:52:21 | One Pie PizzaPresenting Sponsor - One Pie Pizza https://www.onepiepizza.com/ Elevated Catering of Buffalo https://elevatedcateringbuffalo.com/Tell them Cover 1 and Disguised Coverage sent you!!Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pro__AntFollow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/proant.bsky.socialCover 1 would love to hear your thoughts on this topic and the show in general. Comment below and let us what you think!One Pass Premium Membership - https://www.cover1.net/onepass/Don't miss out on our PREMIUM CONTENT-Access to detailed Premium Content.-Access to our video library.-Access to our private Slack channel.-Sneak peek at upcoming content.-Exclusive group film room sessions & much more.Thank you for watching this video, we can't do it without the support of our fans. If you have any ideas for content you'd like to see from us, comment below. -DOWNLOAD THE COVER 1 MOBILE APP!► Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coverapp► iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1532587486► Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClL6eJS1s8xmRoYRQbYgxQQ?sub_confirmation=1► Subscribe to our Cover 1 Network channel - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cover-1-sports/id1370162953 -Cover 1 provides a multi-faceted analysis of the NFL and NFL Draft including Podcasts, Video blogs, Commentary, Scouting Reports, Highlights, and Video Breakdowns. NFL footage displayed is not owned by Cover 1. -Follow Us HereTwitter: https://twitter.com/Cover1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@Cover_1_Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cover1NFL/Official Merchandise:https://teespring.com/en-GB/stores/cover-1The Cover1.net website and associated Social Media platforms are not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by the NFL or any of its clubs, specifically the Buffalo Bills. All products, marks, and company names are the registered trademarks of their original owners. The use of any trade name or trademark is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association with the trademark holder of their product brand.
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta recap the 2026 NFL Draft by giving teams they think did the best and worst with their picks. - (00:00) Intro (00:29) Mike & JP Grade Their Teams (6:48) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (9:35) Las Vegas Raiders (14:23) Carolina Panthers (18:03) Cleveland Browns (23:26) Washington Commanders (26:28) Miami Dolphins (30:37) Honorable Mentions (36:52) Los Angeles Rams (40:35) Jacksonville Jaguars (44:50) Pittsburgh Steelers (49:39) Arizona Cardinals - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta recap all the biggest storylines from Round 1 the of 2026 NFL Draft. The guys also give their biggest winners & losers and discuss the biggest names still available entering Day 2. - (00:00) Intro (00:55) Rams take Ty Simpson At No. 13 (7:42) Cardinals Take Jeremiyah Love At No. 3 (11:19) Titans Take Carnell Tate At No. 4 (14:00) Grading Teams With Multiple Picks (32:30) Biggest Winners & Losers (39:00) Best Available Players (43:00) Bold Predictions For Day 2 Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest question marks ahead of Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft. - (00:00) Intro (00:54) Who trades out of the top 10? (6:00) Who is the 1st OL drafted? (9:18) Where does the 1st DT come off board? (13:08) What are the Cardinals doing at QB? (17:52) Where does Kenyon Sadiq go? (22:27) How far do injury risks fall? (26:34) Which 2nd tier EDGE gets into Round 1? (31:50) Maxx Crosby's future with Raiders (36:42) When do you draft a 25 year old? (39:42) Who is this year's Cole Strange? - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta hand out their favorite player comps for the 2026 NFL Draft. - (00:00) Intro (1:00) Keldric Faulk (6:09) Jermod McCoy (8:54) Germie Bernard (13:25) Antonio Williams (18:26) R Mason Thomas (22:29) Cashius Howell (25:59) Josiah Trotter (29:15) CJ Allen (33:43) Francis Mauigoa (38:22) Arvell Reese - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give out their favorite sleepers for the 2026 NFL Draft. - (00:00) Intro (00:50) Louisiana RB Jaden Dugger (4:56) Navy RB Eli Heidenreich (9:34) Western Michigan EDGE Nadame Tucker (14:11) Wake Forest DL Jayden Loving (18:12) Texas A&M TE Nate Boerkircher (22:31) Miami (OH) LB Jackson Kuwatch (25:26) Missouri WR Kevin Coleman Jr (30:44) Weber State OT Gavin Ortega (35:30) Stephen F Austin CB Charles Demmings (39:17) Cincinnati WR Cyrus Allen - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through their final 2026 NFL mock draft. The guys go through all 32 1st-round picks with trades for the current draft order! - (00:00) Intro (00:55) 1. Las Vegas Raiders (1:56) 2. New York Jets (3:24) 3. Arizona Cardinals (4:59) 4. Tennessee Titans (6:23) 5. New York Giants (8:09) 6. Cleveland Browns (9:50) 7. Washington Commanders (12:56) 8. New Orleans Saints (14:45) 9. Kansas City Chiefs (16:12) 10. New York Giants (via Bengals) (18:32) 11. Miami Dolphins (19:54) 12. Dallas Cowboys (22:20) 13. Los Angeles Rams (via Falcons) (23:31) 14. Baltimore Ravens (24:47) 15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (25:47) 16. New York Jets (via Colts) (27:15) 17. Detroit Lions (28:15) 18. Minnesota Vikings (29:12) 19. Carolina Panthers (30:17) 20. Dallas Cowboys (via Packers) (31:23) 21. Pittsburgh Steelers (32:23) 22. Los Angeles Chargers (33:07) 23. Philadelphia Eagles (34:08) 24. Cleveland Browns (via Jaguars) (35:26) 25. Chicago Bears (36:45) 26. Buffalo Bills (37:41) 27. San Francisco 49ers (38:20) 28. Houston Texans (39:13) 29. Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams) (39:49) 30. Miami Dolphins (via Broncos) (40:40) 31. New England Patriots (41:55) 32. Seattle Seahawks - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jonas Shaffer break down the top two tiers of draft prospects. Then they're joined by CBS Sports' JP Acosta to run through defensive prospects who could interest the Ravens.
With the 2026 NFL Draft less than a week away, we had our annual 7-round mock draft. This episode will go through every pick from Rounds 4, 5, 6 and 7! Ryan Wilson, Emory Hunt, JP Acosta, Josh Edwards will make every pick in real time. - (00:00) Intro (00:18) Round 4 (50:05) Round 5 (1:17:00) Round 6 (1:38:36) Round 7 - Watch With the First Pick on the CBS Sports YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CBSSports 'With the First Pick' is available for free on the Audacy app as well as on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to With the First Pick on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the With the First Pick podcast." Follow the With the First Pick team on X: @nfldraftcbs, @ryanwilsonCBS, @E_DeBerardinis, @ryan__stryker Follow With the First Pick on TikTok & Instagram: @nfldraftcbs Produced by: Ryan Stryker For more NFL Draft coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcast To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It feels like this is a one-man running back class, but there are plenty of other players to know as we head into the NFL Draft. We're joined by JP Acosta to talk about this position starting with Jeremiyah Love (5:00). Are we talking about a potential superstar? What makes him so great? What are some of Love's drawbacks (16:00)? ... JP tells us about his #2 RB Jonah Coleman (20:55) who is a bit of a throwback at the position. Then we talk about other RBs who might be taken after Love (27:30) including Mike Washington Jr. and Jadarian Price ... We give you scouting reports on some of the other guys (40:40) who will be drafted and could matter in Fantasy. Don't sleep on Demond Claiborne, Kaytron Allen, Nicholas Singleton and Emmett Johnson. And we finish with some wide receiver talk (54:50)! Who are JP's favorite WRs in this year's class? ... Email us at fantasyfootball@cbsi.com Fantasy Football Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts Watch FFT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/fantasyfootballtoday Shop our store: shop.cbssports.com/fantasy SUBSCRIBE to FFT Dynasty on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dynasty/id1696679179 FOLLOW FFT Dynasty on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aHlmMJw1m8FareKybdNfG?si=8487e2f9611b4438&nd=1 SUBSCRIBE to FFT DFS on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-football-today-dfs/id1579415837 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta hand out their favorite 2026 NFL Draft superlatives as we sit just 8 days away from Round 1. - (00:00) Intro (00:51) Most Pro Ready (5:09) Least Pro Ready (10:03) Player To Draft and Stash (14:20) Most Worth Injury Risk (19:03) Cause Most Havoc On Defense (22:33) Cause Most Havoc On Offense (25:38) Most Dog In Him On Defense (30:18) Most Dog In Him On Offense (34:08) Most Likely To Become Fan Favorite On Defense (36:02) Most Likely To Become Fan Favorite On Offense (38:50) Other Rapid-Fire Superlatives - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their favorite potential fits in the 2026 NFL Draft. - (00:00) Intro (1:02) WR KC Concepcion (5:10) WR Brenen Thompson (8:08) WR Omar Cooper Jr (10:37) LB Anthony Hill Jr (13:46) CB Chris Johnson (16:13) CB Avieon Terrell (19:12) DT Domonique Orange (21:28) C Sam Hecht (24:08) WR De'Zhaun Stribling (27:46) TE Eli Stowers Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through their latest 2026 NFL mock draft. The guys go through all 32 1st-round picks with trades for the current draft order! - (00:00) Intro (00:38) 1. Las Vegas Raiders (1:25) 2. New York Jets (3:09) 3. Arizona Cardinals (4:55) 4. Tennessee Titans (6:35) 5. New York Giants (8:59) 6. Cleveland Browns (11:13) 7. Washington Commanders (13:00) 8. New Orleans Saints (14:00) 9. Kansas City Chiefs (15:58) 10. Cincinnati Bengals (17:12) 11. Miami Dolphins (18:25) 12. Dallas Cowboys (20:06) 13. Los Angeles Rams (via Falcons) (22:16) 14. Baltimore Ravens (23:25) 15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (24:41) 16. New York Jets (via Colts) (26:02) 17. Detroit Lions (27:39) 18. Minnesota Vikings (29:44) 19. Carolina Panthers (31:07) 20. Dallas Cowboys (via Packers) (32:32) 21. Pittsburgh Steelers (34:24) 22. Los Angeles Chargers (35:31) 23. Philadelphia Eagles (36:46) 24. Cleveland Browns (via Jaguars) (36:59) 25. Chicago Bears (37:31) 26. Buffalo Bills (38:25) 27. San Francisco 49ers (39:10) 28. Houston Texans (40:07) 29. Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams) (40:43) 30. Miami Dolphins (via Broncos) (41:53) 31. New England Patriots (42:23) 32. Seattle Seahawks - Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner. Mike Renner and JP Acosta are ranking every position group in this year's draft class from 10-1. (00:00) Intro (00:41) Running Backs (4:39) Quarterbacks (8:37) Defensive Line (12:15) Tight Ends (17:41) EDGE (21:45) Safeties (25:20) Wide Receivers (29:27) Offensive Line (34:10) Cornerbacks (40:33) Linebackers Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest risers and fallers for the 2026 NFL Draft as we sit just 22 DAYS AWAY from Round 1! (00:00) Intro (00:52) QB Risers (5:57) RB Risers (9:59) WR Risers (14:38) TE Risers (20:15) OL Risers (24:48) QB Fallers (29:07) RB Fallers (34:00) WR Fallers (39:36) TE Faller (42:11) OL Fallers (46:20) DL Risers (49:36) EDGE Risers (54:04) LB Risers (57:36) CB Risers (1:01:54) S Risers (1:05:27) DL Fallers (1:10:37) EDGE Fallers (1:15:00) LB Fallers (1:18:05) CB Fallers (1:19:57) S Fallers Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta give the teams they think are most important in the 2026 NFL Draft. (00:00) Intro (00:36) Tennessee Titans (5:49) Arizona Cardinals (12:06) Pittsburgh Steelers (15:38) Kansas City Chiefs (20:09) New York Jets (24:14) Miami Dolphins (28:38) Dallas Cowboys (32:46) Chicago Bears Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
CBS Sports' JP Acosta returns to the show to break down the draft prospects who best fit Mike Vrabel's vision. Andrew and JP scout multiple edge rushers, linebackers, safeties and offensive linemen who could end up in New England. 0:00 - Welcome in Guest 0:40 - Patriots Draft Prospects who best fit Mike Vrabel's vision 2:14 - Blake Miller, OT, Clemson 7:50 - Gabe Jacas, Edge, Illinois 11:51 - Zion Young, Edge, Missouri 14:52 - R Mason Thomas, Edge, Oklahoma 20:18 - Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech 24:05 - CJ Allen, LB, Georgia 28:39 - Prizepicks 30:02 - Keylan Rutledge, OG, Georgia Tech 33:00 - Derrick Moore, Edge, Michigan 34:40 - Bud Clark, Safety, TCU 36:14 - Trey Zuhn III, Center, Texas A&M 37:54 - Treydan Stukes, Safety, Arizona 40:48 - Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson 44:23 - Wrapping up! Pats Interference on CLNS Media is Powered by:
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest needs for all 16 NFC teams following free agency as we sit 29 days away from the NFL Draft. (00:00) Intro (00:29) NFC East (11:20) NFC North (23:13) NFC South (34:10) NFC West Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bill and CBS Sports' JP Acosta go team by team in the AFC and discuss what they liked and what they didn't like so far this offseason. 0:00 Welcome 2:23 Bills 8:43 Dolphins 14:08 Patriots 19:32 Jets 23:02 Ravens 27:09 Bengals 29:11 Browns 32:53 Steelers 35:47 Texans 38:47 Colts 43:32 Jaguars 50:36 Titans 53:57 Broncos 56:53 Chiefs 59:50 Raiders 1:03:27 Chargers 1:06:03 Favorite and Least Favorite Offseasons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest needs for all 16 AFC teams following free agency as we sit 31 days away from the NFL Draft. The guys also react to Jaxon Smith-Njigba getting a four-year, $168.6M contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks, becoming the highest-paid WR in NFL history. (00:00) Intro (00:57) Jaxon Smith-Njigba extension (4:55) AFC East (17:42) AFC North (26:56) AFC South (41:26) AFC West Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through their post-free agency NFL power ranking tiers! (00:00) Intro (1:00) Come Back In 2027 (4:08) Let's See What The Young QB Has (9:22) Teams With QB Question Marks (14:33) Trendy Turnaround Candidates (19:22) Seats Are Hot (25:15) Outside Looking In (29:28) Elite QB, Retooling Teams (33:22) Playoff Teams (38:34) Hipster Super Bowl Picks (42:10) Super Bowl LXI Favorites Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through Mike's latest 2026 NFL mock draft. The guys go through all 32 1st-round picks for the current draft order! (00:00) Intro (2:53) 1. Las Vegas Raiders (3:10) 2. New York Jets (4:57) 3. Arizona Cardinals (9:11) 4. Tennessee Titans (11:11) 5. New York Giants (13:57) 6. Cleveland Browns (16:22) 7. Washington Commanders (18:20) 8. New Orleans Saints (20:11) 9. Kansas City Chiefs (24:01) 10. Cincinnati Bengals (25:34) 11. Miami Dolphins (28:45) 12. Dallas Cowboys (29:38) 13. Los Angeles Rams (via Falcons) (31:56) 14. Baltimore Ravens (33:44) 15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (35:52) 16. New York Jets (via Colts) (37:59) 17. Detroit Lions (38:17) 18. Minnesota Vikings (40:06) 19. Carolina Panthers (41:50) 20. Dallas Cowboys (via Packers) (43:50) 21. Pittsburgh Steelers (46:13) 22. Los Angeles Chargers (47:37) 23. Philadelphia Eagles (49:56) 24. Cleveland Browns (via Jaguars) (51:25) 25. Chicago Bears (53:21) 26. Buffalo Bills & 27. San Francisco 49ers (55:15) 28. Houston Texans (56:45) 29. Kansas City Chiefs (via Rams) (58:05) 30. Denver Broncos (59:16) 31. New England Patriots (1:00:26) 32. Seattle Seahawks Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick and Jonathan debate about what success looks like for the Cavs this year. Then, they're joined by JP Acosta of CBS Sports, and they talk about drinking stories.
JP Acosta of CBS Sports joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the market for quarterbacks after the first week of free agency, Deshaun Watson's role in the Browns quarterback room, his expectations for Shedeur Sanders, and more.
JP Acosta and John Breech break down the fallout of the Ravens signing Trey Hendrickson after backing out of the Maxx Crosby trade. They also give their biggest winners and losers from NFL Free Agency. (00:00) Intro (00:43) Maxx Crosby, Trey Hendrickson (10:13) Indianapolis Colts, Daniel Jones (18:06) Los Angeles Rams (20:32) Washington Commanders (22:47) Jacksonville Jaguars (26:48) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (30:13) Tua Tagovailoa (34:09) Las Vegas Raiders (36:13) Philadelphia Eagles (39:37) Rasheed Walker Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta recap day 1 of the NFL Free Agency Negotiating Period. The guys discuss the biggest moves, grade the deals and much more! (00:00) Intro (01:18) Dolphins release Tua Tagovailoa (4:34) Malik Willis to Dolphins (7:38) Tyler Linderbaum to Raiders (10:41) Mike Evans to 49ers (14:41) Alec Pierce re-signing with Colts (18:32) Kenneth Walker III to Chiefs (21:08) Jaelan Phillips to Panthers (23:56) Boye Mafe to Bengals (27:06) Odafe Oweh to Commanders (28:51) Travis Etienne Jr to Saints (31:21) Other notable deals | Jets, Titans & More (37:14) Falcons signing Tua Tagovailoa (38:09) Jeremiyah Love landing spots Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their favorite free agency fits as we approach the opening of the tampering window next week! The guys also react to the Chiefs sending Trent McDuffie to the Rams! (00:00) Intro (00:30) Trent McDuffie trade (3:33) QB Kyler Murray (6:38) QB Malik Willis (10:26) RB Travis Etienne Jr (14:03) DE Trey Hendrickson (17:36) EDGE Odafe Oweh (20:15) CB Jamel Dean (25:37) LB Nakobe Dean (28:46) LB Leo Chenal (35:37) LB Kaden Elliss (37:26) WR Romeo Doubs Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest Draft risers from the NFL Combine. The guys also put together a brand new mock draft in real time, going through all 32 first-round picks! (00:00) Intro (2:25) QB Draft Risers (9:29) RB Draft Risers (12:45) WR Draft Risers (16:30) TE Draft Risers (21:24) OL Draft Risers (25:41) DT Draft Risers (29:01) DE Draft Risers (32:52) LB Draft Risers (36:16) CB Draft Risers (39:54) S Draft Risers (43:27) Mock Draft Picks 1-16 (1:04:09) Mock Draft Picks 17-32 Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give the biggest questions they have for the 2026 NFL Combine (00:00) Intro(00:50) Nose Tackle To Watch(5:55) Rueben Bain Jr's Arms(9:44) Tight End 2 Race(16:27) Makai Lemon Expectations(20:13) Non-Mendoza QBs Throwing(24:55) D'Angelo Ponds Outlook(28:56) Kadyn Proctor Size(33:14) Most Athletic OT(38:00) Jordyn Tyson Medical Evaluation(41:46) Is Jermod McCoy Healthy Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta discuss their favorite 2026 Draft prospects ahead of next week's NFL Combine! (00:00) Intro (00:52) Oklahoma EDGE R. Mason Thomas (5:23) Miami EDGE Rueben Bain Jr. (9:56) Arizona S Treydan Stukes (14:32) Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor (19:31) Georgia TE Oscar Delp (24:15) Indiana WR Omar Cooper Jr. (28:32) Washington RB Jonah Coleman (32:41) Notre Dame RB Jadarian Price (37:45) Missouri LB Josiah Trotter (41:17) Cincinnati LB Jake Golday Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their Franchise Tag predictions ahead of Tuesday's window opening! (00:00) Intro (1:06) NFC East (10:30) AFC East (14:01) NFC North (14:50) AFC North (21:16) NFC South (23:50) AFC South (30:16) NFC West (32:38) AFC West Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their biggest offseason question marks for all 32 NFL teams! (00:00) Intro (3:39) New England Patriots (6:47) Buffalo Bills (9:03) Miami Dolphins (11:45) New York Jets (16:10) Philadelphia Eagles (18:08) Dallas Cowboys (21:04) New York Giants (23:30) Washington Commanders (26:02) Pittsburgh Steelers (28:40) Baltimore Ravens (31:04) Cincinnati Bengals (33:56) Cleveland Browns (35:36) Chicago Bears (37:18) Green Bay Packers (40:01) Detroit Lions (42:16) Minnesota Vikings (45:15) Jacksonville Jaguars (49:04) Houston Texans (51:27) Indianapolis Colts (54:24) Tennessee Titans (57:16) Carolina Panthers (59:39) Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1:01:47) Atlanta Falcons (1:04:24) New Orleans Saints (1:07:41) Denver Broncos (1:09:33) Los Angeles Chargers (1:11:33) Kansas City Chiefs (1:13:06) Las Vegas Raiders (1:15:04) Seattle Seahawks (1:18:39) Los Angeles Rams (1:20:33) San Francisco 49ers (1:22:42) Arizona Cardinals Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta give their way-too-early NFL Tiers for next season following Super Bowl LX! The guys also do a re-draft for the entire 1st Round of the 2025 NFL Draft. (00:00) Intro (2:08) NFL Power Tiers (34:05) Re-Draft Picks 1-16 (54:25) Re-Draft Picks 17-32 Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta recap the Seahawks Super Bowl LX win over the Patriots Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mike Renner and JP Acosta are here to give their final preview for Super Bowl LX! The guys discuss how each team was built, give their top matchups to watch, and provide final score predictions. Mike and JP also recap the completed NFL head coach carousel. (00:00) Intro (1:02) How Seahawks Were Built (9:34) How Patriots Were Built (20:10) Super Bowl Matchups To Watch (29:59) Super Bowl Predictions (33:14) NFL Head Coach Carousel Recap Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In today's episode Mike Renner and JP Acosta go through a live 2026 NFL mock draft ahead of Super Bowl LX. The guys go through all 32 1st-round picks for the current draft order! They also give their biggest draft risers following the Shrine and Senior Bowls. (00:00) Intro (1:50) Biggest NFL Draft Risers (19:19) Mock Draft Picks 1-10 (36:47) Mock Draft Picks 11-22 (57:50) Mock Draft Picks 23-32 Pushing the Pile is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@pushingthepile Download and Follow Pushing the Pile on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2RFkEgdbFxbPBDU5F5xEjJ?si=1062d40c04e24fd5 Follow our PTP team on Twitter: @mikerenner_, @Ky1eLong, @acosta32_jp, @pushingthepile Sign up for the Pick Six Newsletter at https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos. You can listen to Pushing the Pile on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pushing the Pile podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices