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Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast

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Pushing the Pile moves the NFL conversation across the line, led by football analyst Mike Renner and writer/thinker JP Acosta. Together, the three bring a mix of player perspective, analytics expertise, and sharp cultural insight across 4 episodes a week. It’s like hanging with your buddies and talking ball…if your buddies were 8-year NFL vets, film junkies who helped build evaluation systems used by NFL teams, and one of the most thoughtful young voices breaking down the game today.

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

🚨 Ryan Tannehill signs $118 million deal to remain with Titans - Emergency Podcast (Football 3/15) 16.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to react to the Titans inking Ryan Tannehill to a 4-year, $118m contract (4:35). The guys discuss what the signing means for Tennessee's future and Derrick Henry's situation, as well as how the move impacts the free agent quarterback market with a focus on Tom Brady (22:30) and his impending decision. 'Pick Six' is availabl...

NFL Players Approve New CBA: What You Need to Know with Former Agent Joel Corry (Football 3/15) 15.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by former NFL agent Joel Corry to break down the new NFL CBA which was officially approved by the players. The guys break down the key points of the new deal including a 17-game schedule, expanded postseason and much more. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Pick Six team on Twi...

Free Agent EDGE, DL, OL Rankings, Coronavirus forces NFL to cancel owners meetings (Football 3/13) 13.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Pete Prisco as Free Agency Preview Week concludes. But first, the guys have to address how coronavirus continues to impact the NFL including the cancellation of the owners meetings scheduled for later this month (1:00). Will and Pete also analyze how COVID-19 could influence the NFL Draft. Next, a look at free agency with rankings of the Top 5 edge rushers (14:00) and def...

📬 Bonus Mailbag (Football 3/12) 12.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough for a bonus mailbag, answering 5-star reviews left on Apple Podcasts. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod , @willbrinson , @ryanwilsonCBS @johnbreech , @seanjwagner Check out the Pick Six I...

Free Agent DB/LB Rankings, Tom Brady/Ryan Tannehill talk, Gronk's new deal!? (Football 3/12) 12.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Bryant McFadden as Free Agency Preview Week continues. The guys first discuss what free agency is like from a player's perspective (1:00), as BMac describes the experience he went through in 2009. Then, we focus on Tom Brady's reported free agent demands (6:50) and the Titans focus on retaining Ryan Tannehill (11:40). Where is Rob Gronkowski headed now (18:00)? More on ho...

Free Agent WR/TE Rankings, Impact of Coronavirus on NFL Calendar (Football 3/11) 11.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Jonathan Jones as Free Agency Preview Week continues. The guys first analyze the impact coronavirus could have on the NFL offseason (1:00), before hitting on the franchise tag deadline getting moved back yet again (8:00). Next, the NFLPA has a new president, what does it mean for the CBA vote (17:00)? Will and JJ hit on a few more news items including the Cowboys and Stee...

Free Agent RB Rankings, Cowboys offer Dak, Hollywood Tom Brady? (Football 3/10) 10.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to start Free Agency Preview Week. First, the guys discuss a reported new offer for Dak Prescott and try to understand why the Cowboys won't just pay up already (3:20). Next, Tom Brady is headed to Hollywood (18:00)! Well, at least his new production company is...What does this mean for his free agency though? The Pick Six...

Mock Draft Monday: NFC East Team Needs, Pro Day Importance (Football 3/9) 09.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by draft experts Ryan Wilson and Josh Edwards for another edition of 'Mock Draft Monday'. The guys cover the first three rounds of the draft (4:00), before hitting on the importance of Pro Days (20:45), especially for players the under-performed at the NFL Combine. Then, Will, Ryan and Josh examine the draft needs for the NFC East, taking a look at the Giants (36:30), Redski...

Tom Brady linked to 49ers, Did you read all 456 pages of the CBA!? (Football 3/6) 06.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to address continued links between Tom Brady and the 49ers (3:20). Does the rumored move make any sense? Would it be an upgrade for San Francisco? With free agency a week-and-a-half away, the guys analyze all the latest buzz around Brady. The 456-page CBA was released to the public on Thursday and at least 2 Superfriends ma...

Offseason Moves Teams Should Make: Raiders trade for Cam Newton, Vikings blow it up, Chargers pursue Tom Brady (Football 3/5) 05.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Jason La Canfora to discuss various moves that teams should make this offseason. The guys discuss the Raiders trading for a former MVP (5:45), the Chargers going after the GOAT (13:00). JLC proceeds to fill us in on the latest with Tom Brady (18:10). Next, Will and Jason go over Patriots contingency plans (23:30), and why a playoff team from last year should consider deal...

Welcome to the 'Pick Six NFL' Podcast 05.03.2020

Covering the NFL and (hopefully) covering the spread. Looking for your daily fix of football news and analysis? Look no further. CBS Sports senior writer Will Brinson (and guests) gets you up to speed each day with what's trending in the NFL world so that you're always in the know. We're not just daily during the season, but year-round.

Why Dak Prescott Doesn't Have a Deal, Downfalls of Proposed CBA (Football 3/4) 04.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Brady Quinn to discuss Dak Prescott and CBA. First, the guys assess the possible deals for Dak (3:15), the hesitation from the Cowboys' side and how the impasse could eventually be resolved. Next, Will and Brady analyze the potential pitfalls of the proposed CBA and how the players could improve their side of the deal (23:30). 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Sp...

Tom Brady's free agency frenzy has already begun, Players who could use a change of scenery (Football 3/3) 03.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to address the latest Tom Brady rumors and how they could affect this offseason's QB carousel (6:00). The guys also discuss the possibility of the Jaguars trading Nick Foles (28:15), before assessing potential franchise tags for A.J. Green, Bud Dupree, Brandon Scherff and Yannick Ngakoue. Finally, Will, John and Sean list their 'Top 5 P...

NFL Combine Winners & Losers, Post-Combine Mock Draft Monday (Football 3/2) 02.03.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson to recap the NFL Combine. The guys issue grades for the new primetime nature of the event before addressing who saw their stock rise (14:00) and who saw their stock fall (30:30) during the week in Indianapolis. That's followed by a breakdown of Ryan's post-combine Mock Draft (40:15), evaluating how the quarterbacks will be selected, when the first wide receive...

Evaluating QB/WR/TE combine workouts, Henry Ruggs nearly breaks record (Football 2/28) 28.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson from Indianapolis to break down the first slate of workouts from the NFL Combine. The guys discuss the new format (4:00), followed by the performance of the quarterbacks, focusing on Jalen Hurts (10:45), Justin Herbert (16:30), Jordan Love (19:00), Jacob Eason (22:10) and Jake Fromm (30:30). Then, Will and Ryan react to Henry Ruggs' blazing 40-yard dash (34:30...

NFL Rumors: Tom Brady's time with Pats reportedly could be coming to end (Football 2/27) 27.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to discuss several rumors emerging from the NFL Combine including Tom Brady's future with the Patriots, the Colts reported interest in Philip Rivers, Chris Jones likely getting the franchise tag from the Chiefs, a CBA update and more. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you l...

CBA Proposal Updates, NFL Combine Buzz, Top RB Prospect Interviews (Football 2/27) 27.02.2020

Ryan Wilson is joined by Brady Quinn, Jason La Canfora and Jamey Eisenberg to discuss the latest happenings from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis and from around the league. The guys start by addressing the latest with the CBA proposal, player's reactions and the next step in the process (1:20). Ryan, Brady, Jason and Jamey then talk about Jalen Hurts' pro potential (11:45), Chase Young not working...

Joe Burrow is fine with being a Bengal, More NFL Combine Updates (Football 2/26) 26.02.2020

Ryan Wilson is joined by Brady Quinn, Pete Prisco and Jamey Eisenberg to discuss the latest happenings from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. The guys discuss early takeaways including Joe Burrow's comments to the media expressing no hesitation in getting pick by and playing for the Cincinnati Bengals (7:15). Ryan, Brady, Pete and Jamey also react to developments with Tua Tagovailoa's health (21:00...

Bonus: Combine Interviews with Joe Burrow, Tua Tagovailoa, Andy Reid, Sean McVay and more (Football 2/25) 25.02.2020

It's a bonus episode of the Pick Six podcast, full of interviews from the NFL Combine in Indianapolis! Hear from Heisman Trophy winner and projected #1 overall pick Joe Burrow (1:00), former Alabama standout and National Champion, Tua Tagovailoa (5:45), potential top-10 QB Justin Herbert (9:15), Kansas City Chiefs head coach and Super Bowl champion, Andy Reid (13:35), Rams coach Sean McVay (16:25)...

Latest on CBA Negotiations, Combine measurements and Joe Burrow's small hands (Football 2/25) 25.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to discuss the latest from ongoing CBA negotiations and what could hold the deal up from a player's perspective (2:15). Next, the guys analyze the potential impact on the franchise and transition tags and how teams could apply those to certain players this year (15:35), including a couple Dak Prescott scenarios. Will, John and Sean reac...

NFL Combine Preview/What to Watch in Indianapolis, Mock Draft Monday (Football 2/24) 24.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by NFL draft experts Ryan Wilson and Chris Trapasso to preview the 2020 NFL Combine. The guys discuss what's different about this year's event (3:30), the importance of this week in Indianapolis for prospects and what drills truly matter. Next, Will, Ryan and Chris take a look at prospects that could erupt at the combine (19:00), who could run the fastest and more. Finally,...

NFL getting closer to expanded playoffs, 17-game regular season (Football 2/21) 21.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to discuss the proposed changes to the NFL's CBA. The guys dissect the possibility of an expanded postseason (5:20) and also the possible addition of a 17th game to the regular season schedule (23:30). Then, the Pick Six Superfriends answer 5-star reviews left on Apple Podcasts (35:00). 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podc...

No Tom Brady "tour", Burrow's belief (or lack thereof) in Bengals, State of the Steelers with Dave Dameshek (Football 2/20) 20.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Dave Dameshek to dissect stories that are dominating the NFL offseason. The guys start by discussing the ongoing rumors that insist that Joe Burrow isn't a lock to go to the Bengals at #1 overall (9:15). Why are these rumors so prevalent and how much truth is behind them? Tom Brady won't be going on a whirlwind free agency tour, but reportedly meeting teams in a centraliz...

Drew Brees to return in 2020, Top 100 Free Agents, XFL Evaluations through 2 weeks (Football 2/19) 19.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Pete Prisco to discuss the return of Drew Brees (3:15) and what it means for the Saints, Teddy Bridgewater/Taysom hill and the upcoming QB free agent market. The guys also discuss DJ Humphries new deal with the Cardinals (13:50), before analyzing Pete's list of the Top 100 NFL Free Agents (17:30). Then, Cody Benjamin joins the podcast to talk about the XFL through its fir...

Dolphins interested in Justin Herbert? Andy Dalton Landing Spots, Top 5 Free Agents Under 25 (Football 2/18) 18.02.2020

Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to discuss the latest news and notes from the National Football League. The guys analyze if the Dolphins actually have interest in Justin Herbert and could potentially target the former Oregon QB over Tua Tagovailoa (7:45). The Pick Six Superfriends also discuss potential landing spots for Andy Dalton (16:20), Jameis Winsto...

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