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Russillo starts the pod by reviewing all three Thursday night games and series (0:30). Then, Todd McShay joins to share his thoughts on the first round of the NFL draft, including the surprise QB picks, and reveals his top players to target in Round 2 (19:00). Plus, another edition of Live Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (66:40). Do I need to ask permission before proposing to my girlfriend? Check us...

Russillo starts the pod by taking a look back at the incredible Monday night NBA playoff games (0:35). Then, Todd McShay and Daniel Jeremiah come on to discuss the top quarterbacks, share their candidates to trade up, and play a quick game of On the Clock (21:48). Plus, the Alliance tries to right the ship with Ceruti and Kyle (63:08) and Life Advice (65:26). How do I balance my Phish obsession wi...

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on the play-in games and the end of the Warriors dynasty (0:34). Then, Frank Isola joins to explain what went wrong for Golden State, share which eliminated team needs to hit the reset button, and discuss the Knicks’ ceiling (18:44). Next, comedian Dan Soder comes on to share why he chose comedy and details how jokes are created (55:13). Plus, Ceruti and K...

Russillo and Ceruti start the pod by drafting the 20 NBA playoff teams (0:41). Then, Todd McShay comes on to grade some NFL player comps, share his favorite underrated player, and discuss what he’s hearing in terms of early trades (17:56). Next, Jon Anik joins the show to describe what it was like calling Max Holloway’s last-second knockout at UFC 300 and explain why there’s no shortage of star po...

Russillo starts the pod with Tales From the Couch and shares his thoughts on MIN-DEN and DAL-MIA (0:49). Then, J. Kyle Mann joins the show to discuss John Calipari's agreement to become Arkansas’s head coach and where Kentucky will go from here (20:26). Next, Michael Kim explains what makes Augusta National such a difficult course and reveals who he likes for the Masters (51:44). Plus, Ceruti and...

Russillo begins with his thoughts on UConn's repeat as national champions and what the future has in store for Zach Edey (0:49). Then, Adam Lefkoe joins the show to discuss Milwaukee's rough stretch, what might happen at Kentucky, and his own Life Advice questions (18:24). Next, Todd McShay is back to rank rookie QB situations and share why he thinks we’re in for some early trades come draft night...

Russillo begins with his first-round QB bust rankings (0:35). Then, The Athletic’s Mike Sando comes on to discuss the Stefon Diggs trade, break down the rest of the NFL offseason, and share some insight on his QB tiers (13:41). Plus, Ceruti and Kyle join for a Final Four Alliance pick (58:32) and Life Advice (61:27)! Is it possible to reintegrate a friend who got out of prison into our group? Chec...

Russillo begins by sharing why Iowa-LSU dominated the sports world (0:37). Then, P.J. Carlesimo joins the pod to discuss Dan Hurley’s edge, explain the differences between coaching in college and the pros, and preview the NBA playoffs (12:38). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (48:30)! Do I need to break up with my trainer? Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more a...

Russillo opens the show with a Tales From the Couch focusing on Jalen Green’s amazing month (0:45). Then, ESPN’s Jeff Passan comes on to preview the biggest story lines in baseball, discuss the Shohei Ohtani scandal, and reveal his World Series picks (20:34). Next, he’s joined by Doug McDermott to learn more about his relationship with his father and find out what playing with Wemby was like (68:3...

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on the Jontay Porter scandal (0:36). Then, Seth Davis joins to discuss the most impressive teams so far, share his underdog pick, and preview the biggest Sweet 16 games (13:00). Next, former Oregon QB Bo Nix comes on to share how he’s different from his time at Oregon and what led to his breakout with the Ducks (35:42). Plus, another Alliance (58:19) pick...

Russillo is joined by Cavaliers forward Georges Niang to discuss his journey in the NBA, what a veteran presence can bring to a team, and what the Cavaliers learned from their playoff exit a year ago (0:37). Next, author Andrew Roberts joins the show to talk more about his book ‘Napoleon: A Life’ (31:57). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (68:13)! What job should someone take coming out of co...

Russillo starts the show by breaking down Anthony Edwards's dunk and remembering a time when dunks meant more (0:43). Then he’s joined by Todd McShay to discuss his newest mock draft, explain why another Vikings move is coming, and compare Marvin Harrison Jr. to Malik Nabers (15:55). Next, Russillo is joined by actor Ben Mendelsohn to learn more about the acting process, how he gets into character...

Russillo starts the show by revealing his takeaways from Denver-Miami before Ceruti comes on to rank the last ten NBA no. 1 overall picks (0:47). Then he’s joined by former Spur and Spurs TV analyst Sean Elliott to learn more about Victor Wembanyama’s mentality and NBA potential, as well as share some Tim Duncan stories (23:36). Next, Russillo is joined by Sportradar and Synergy Sports’ Mark Silve...

Russillo starts the show by sharing his thoughts on the start of NFL free agency (0:37). Then he’s joined by ESPN and Omaha Productions' Kevin Clark to break down Kirk Cousins signing with Atlanta, discuss the running back market, and even touch on the state of Formula One (12:06). Plus, another Alliance Parlay (48:20) and a heavy edition of Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (53:21)! Check us out o...

Russillo starts the show with a reveal of his top five free agent QB rankings, then shares his thoughts on the Karl-Anthony Towns injury (0:45). Then he’s joined by Jamal Mashburn to discuss players in the media, how it felt going against Jordan, and what was special about playing in Miami (25:47). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! How big of a problem is it when the in-laws show up unannoun...

Russillo starts the show with his thoughts on Clippers-Bucks and Thunder-Lakers (0:41). Then, he’s joined by Todd McShay to go over his top 10 mock draft following the NFL combine, and answer five burning questions before the draft (19:27). Plus, Live Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! Is a husband that wants to be mean to his wife on his birthday a red flag (69:14)? Check us out on Youtube for exclusiv...

Russillo opens by discussing the Lakers-Clippers thriller, what LeBron’s next contract should look like, and whether Victor Wembanyama can win Defensive Player of the Year (0:42). Then he is joined by former NBA All-Star Andre Iguodala to talk Allen Iverson, Steph Curry, the Warriors, and the young talent in the NBA (32:04). Finally, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice q...

Russillo kicks off the show with a reaction to LeBron James’s tweet about the mock draft and their placement of Bronny James (0:38). Then he is joined by Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, who is live from the NFL draft combine. They discuss the market, what the NFL combine will look like if the top 10 picks do not attend, the new salary cap number, and more (13:05). The guys close it out with the...

Russillo is joined by Ceruti and Kyle to answer your mailbag questions in the latest edition of Friday Feedback! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

Russillo gives a day-by-day account of his solo trip to New Zealand. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo talks with Rob Gronkowski (0:26), Austin Ekeler (5:13), Julian Edelman (12:34), Ryan Fitzpatrick (18:25), T.J. Houshmandzadeh (21:59), and Mark Schlereth (27:15) about their best college recruiting stories. Then, Ryen is joined by Ceruti and Kyle to answer some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (31:13). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/R...

Russillo is joined by Denny Hamlin, NASCAR driver/owner and one of the stars of the new Netflix series “Full Speed”, to discuss teaming up with Michael Jordan, his reputation with racing fans, and the Daytona 500 this weekend (00:39). Plus, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted life advice (29:42). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to fin...

As the NBA season heads into All-Star break, Ryen has his eye on the top teams in the West in Tales From the Couch (00:40). Jon Krawczynski, who covers the Minnesota Timberwolves for The Athletic, joins him to discuss how the Wolves have made a major leap this season, Anthony Edward’s leadership, and Rudy Gobert finally fitting in with the team (28:02). Plus, Life Advice! One guy was chastised for...

Ryen opens the show by recapping another Chiefs Super Bowl victory and what moment cost the 49ers the Super Bowl. Who actually plays the position better, Pat Mahomes or Tom Brady (00:34)? Todd McShay joins the pod and discusses how Mahomes has adjusted to not playing hero ball (16:19). Plus, Life Advice! A guy is upset by who his girlfriend's celebrity crush is, and Kyle has a Valentine’s Day Life...

Russillo starts the show by revealing his pick for Super Bowl LVIII (0:44). Then, he’s joined by Troy Aikman to discuss the differences that playing in a Super Bowl presents, weigh in on both quarterbacks, and share how his teams dealt with extra prep time (13:17). Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! How to handle Valentine's Day when traveling solo (38:05). The Ringer is committed to responsi...