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Welcome to The Ringer NFL Draft Show! We are usually known as The Ringer Fantasy Football Show, but with the 2022-23 season in the books, we have temporarily transformed this feed into a show completely dedicated to the 2023 NFL Draft. Each week, The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, Ben Solak, and Craig Horlbeck will guide you through different NFL draft–related topics, featuring player analysis, mock drafts, team needs, listener questions, trivia games, and much more. Episodes air every ...
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By reintegrating pro football, Kenny, Woody, Bill, and Marion achieved what once seemed unthinkable. But the harder part was actually playing in a mostly white league. In this episode, we’ll look at the personal costs of integration for Kenny, Woody, Bill, and Marion. Host: Chelsea Stark-Jones Co-reporter: Lex Pryor Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Mike …
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‘Cape Fear’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey are as large as God, and he is as small as they after rewatching Martin Scorsese’s ‘Cape Fear,’ starring Robert De Niro, Jessica Lange, and Juliette Lewis. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Lamar Jackson Asks to Be Traded. Will He Ever Suit Up for the Ravens Again? | Extra Point Taken
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The Lamarathon continues! Lamar Jackson told his Twitter followers on Monday that he’d requested a trade from the Baltimore Ravens after being franchise-tagged and not reaching a long-term deal. Sheil and Ben discuss whether Jackson will be granted his wish or be back with the Ravens. Sheil and Ben also discuss what teams should be pursuing Jackson…
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A Mavs Tailspin, Luka’s Future, LeBron’s Feet, and Playoff Seed Dodgeball With Ryen Russillo
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss the Mavericks being in panic mode and the consequences of wasting another prime Luka Doncic year (2:25). Plus, Lakers predictions, the Grizzlies finding their groove again, and a really important Bucks-Nuggets game (34:00). Then they run through the scariest Eastern play-in teams, the …
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Most Fun NFL Offseason Story Lines With Mina Kimes and Danny Kelly, Plus West Play-In Roulette With Michael Pina
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly and ESPN's Mina Kimes to discuss the biggest NFL offseason story lines so far, including the Panthers' no. 1 overall draft pick, Lamar Jackson's future, the Lions as the favorite in the NFC North, Sean Payton's first season as the Broncos HC, and the Aaron Rodgers saga (1:34). Then Bill talks with …
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Mock Madness: Draft Underdogs, Perfect Fits, and Overhyped Stars
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Today, the guys open by sharing their instant reactions to the New York Jets trading WR Elijah Moore to the Cleveland Browns (1:32). Next, they briefly discuss C.J. Stroud’s pro day and what the significance of this event is for the Ohio State QB (7:34). Later, they walk through DK’s most recent mock draft on The Ringer’s 2023 NFL Draft Guide by co…
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2. Kenny, Woody, Bill, and Marion | Blackballed
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In 1946, four men reintegrated pro football. In this episode, we look at how each of them ended up at the precipice of history, as they prepared to cross the sport’s color barrier. Host: Chelsea Stark-Jones Co-reporter: Lex Pryor Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Mike Wargon, Justin Sayles, and Vikram Patel Sound Design and Original Theme Song: Devon Rena…
Nora and Steven return to discuss the best remaining free agents, but with a twist. From "How Did the Niners Do This Again?" to "Most Likely to Become a Pro-Bowler on the Pats," they give awards for the top talent on the market. Nora concludes the show by speaking with Chelsea Stark-Jones to discuss The Ringer’s new narrative podcast, ‘Blackballed,…
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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck on Four Decades of Friendship and Movies. Plus, Logan Murdock on the Jaylen Brown Saga.
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Logan Murdock to discuss his new article on Jaylen Brown. They discuss his approach to the piece, Jaylen finding his place as a member of the Celtics, his upcoming contract, and more (2:02). Then, Bill sits down with Matt Damon and Ben Affleck to discuss their longtime friendship; sharing apartments and bank a…
Today, the guys wrap their free agency discussion by giving out a handful of awards, including the Legend at the Bank Award, the Fantasy Football Key Party, the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Rohan Award, the Hot Tub Club Award, and more (1:21). Later, they close with a couple of emails (45:00). Check out our 2023 Ringer NFL Draft Guide here! Email us! ringer…
Six years ago, Colin Kaepernick took a knee, and it cost him the rest of his football career. It’s a modern story that hearkens back to the NFL’s original sin: a secret agreement among team owners to stop signing Black players almost a century ago. Host: Chelsea Stark-Jones Co-reporter: Lex Pryor Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Mike Wargon, Justin Sayle…
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‘Adventureland’ With Bill Simmons and Juliet Litman
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Juliet Litman put on their “Games Games Games” T-shirts and clock in at the carnival to rewatch the 2009 comedy ‘Adventureland,’ starring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds, and Martin Starr. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Dolphins Are Winning the Offseason, Raiders and Broncos Fans Should Be Cautious, and Predicting Division Winners | Extra Point Taken
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Sheil and Ben discuss the current winners and losers of the offseason and free agency. The Dolphins have made some key additions that Ben really loves, including Jalen Ramsey, but does this put them at the top of the AFC East? The AFC West was overall disappointing last season and could still trend in that direction with the acquisitions, departure…
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An NBA Title Mystery, a ‘Historic Scoring” Dilemma, Atlanta’s Woes and March Madness with Ryen Russillo
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo and they start by talking about how wide open the race for the NBA title is and who some of their favorites are. Then they put into context some of the historic numbers we've seen the best guys in the league put up this season (24:21). They also discuss the Atlanta Hawks continued struggles after…
Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Bill Willis, and Marion Motley reintegrated professional football in 1946. They are known as the Forgotten Four. The burying of their story, and the secret ban on Black players that came before, is a critical piece of the history of the NFL’s complicated relationship with race. Host: Chelsea Stark-Jones Co-reporter: …
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Curry vs. Rodgers, Plus Drafting the Worst NBA Contracts With Joe House and Wosny Lambre
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares his thoughts on generational talents Steph Curry and Aaron Rodgers (1:06) before he is joined by Joe House and Wosny Lambre for the second annual NBA Worst Contracts Draft. One by one, they draft the 21 worst NBA contracts in 2023 (19:06). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Wosny Lambre Producer: Kyle Crichton…
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The Free Agency Hangover, as Told by ‘The Hangover’
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Earlier this week we played the Adam Schefter Free Agency Drinking Game, and today we have the free agency hangover. The guys check back in on players and teams around the NFL to piece together what they did last night, then debate whether they should have any regrets using film quotes from ‘The Hangover’ (1:02). Aaron Rodgers (1:17) Darren Waller …
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Where Do Aaron Rodgers and the Jets Go From Here?
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Nora and Steven get together for an emergency pod to react to Aaron Rodgers’s appearance and comments on ‘The Pat McAfee Show.’ They examine Rodgers’s viability as an effective QB, whether or not the Jets will have the right pieces around him for success, and if his presence will elevate the Jets' contender status. They end the pod by speculating o…
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The NBA Center Revolution, March Madness Picks, and the WWE’s Gambling Idea With Kevin O’Connor, Tate Frazier, and Brian Gewirtz
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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kevin O'Connor to discuss the Nuggets' struggles, who can win the West, the return of the NBA center position, NBA draft prospects, and more (1:44). Then, Bill talks with Tate Frazier about his five favorite March Madness bets, tournament narratives, best characters, and more (37:16). Finally, Bill is joined b…
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The Adam Schefter Free Agency Drinking Game
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Today, the guys revisit the annual Adam Schefter drinking game that is centered on the ESPN insider’s tweets during NFL free agency. They scroll back through Schefter’s Twitter timeline, break down the most significant free agency deals via his tweets, and drink along the way (1:36). Drink if: – Schefter mentions an agent (drink twice if that agent…
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Big Day for the Bears, Sean Payton Won’t Let Russ Cook, Dolphins Winning Free Agency So Far, and More Legal Tampering | Extra Point Taken
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Sean Payton and the Broncos made a bevy of moves in the official legal tampering window, agreeing to terms with T Mike McGlinchey, G Ben Powers, and DE Zach Allen; however, Sheil believes these acquisitions aren't a good sign for Russell Wilson. The Chicago Bears also had a big day, signing former Eagles LB T.J. Edwards and former Bills LB Tremaine…
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‘Bad Boys’ (1983) With Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan are the new barn bosses of the Rainford Juvenile Correctional Facility after revisiting the 1983 crime drama ‘Bad Boys,’ starring Sean Penn, Esai Morales, Eric Gurry, and Clancy Brown. Producer: Craig Horlbeck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Sacramento’s Sleeper Potential, More MVP Arguments, and a Bizarre All-NBA Situation With Ryen Russillo
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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Ryen Russillo to discuss whether the Kings have a legit shot at winning the Western Conference and if De'Aaron Fox is getting enough love (2:35). Then, they talk about why there’s a good chance Joel Embiid is going to win the MVP over Nikola Jokic and why Jokic shouldn't mind losing it (44:57). Finally, they c…
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Bears Trade First Overall Pick to the Panthers | Extra Point Taken
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Sheil and Ben react to the news of the Chicago Bears sending the first overall pick in the 2023 draft to the Carolina Panthers for the four picks and D.J. Moore. They discuss what the Panthers should do with the first pick, how the Bears continue building around Justin Fields, and how to build out their roster with the draft compensation. Hosts: Sh…
