The Ringer's Philly Special

Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak break down the Eagles’ preseason game against the Browns. Do we have a backup quarterback controversy on our hands? They talk about Marcus Mariota’s struggles, Tanner McKee’s flashes, and much, much more. 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. Leave us...

Sheil Kapadia is joined by the Philadelphia Inquirer’s EJ Smith to break down their observations from the joint practices between the Eagles and Cleveland Browns this week. 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. Leave us a voicemail: 215-315-7982 Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: EJ Smit...

The Ravens extended their NFL record preseason win streak to 24 games with a 20-13 victory over the Eagles Saturday night. Sheil and Ben go over all the preseason action from the rookies and backups. Fans got their first look at No. 9 overall pick in the 2023 draft Jalen Carter and he didn’t disappoint. With Nakobe dealing with a possible ankle injury, how did Myles Jack look with the snaps he too...

We are quickly approaching the Eagles’ first preseason game on Saturday, which means Sheil had to bring Fran Duffy of ‘Eagle Eye in the Sky’ back to get some perspective on what he’s seeing as camp continues. Find out which area Jalen Hurts will improve on the most this upcoming season, and what the Birds’ approach will be to the running game. Plus, the Phillies might’ve had the greatest regular s...

The Eagles have signed veteran linebackers Myles Jack and Zach Cunningham. Zach Berman from The Athletic and ‘Birds With Friends’ jumped on with Sheil to discuss the signings and what this means for Nakobe Dean. Who’s emerging as the lead running back for the Eagles at camp? Plus, what can we expect from the Philly Bulldogs? Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Com...

Sheil Kapadia is joined by ESPN’s Tim McManus to discuss what they saw at Eagles training camp practice. Then they zoom out to answer big-picture questions about Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts, and the upcoming season. 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. Leave us a voicemail: 215-3...

Sheil made his way over to camp today and had a few observations about Jalen Hurts. What will Nakobe Dean have to do to prove himself as a viable starting LB in the NFL? Plus, which Eagles legend is likely to play his last season in a Birds uniform: Lane Johnson, Jason Kelce, Brandon Graham, or Fletcher Cox? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find o...

Eagles training camp has officially opened, and we get a bird’s-eye view from EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer on which players will be fighting for starting roles throughout camp. Who will take the majority of the snaps at the RB position? Are second-year pros Cam Jurgens and Jordan Davis ready for bigger responsibilities? Which positions are areas of concern for the Eagles? Plus, the Philli...

Finally, the Eagles season is upon us! Sheil and Benny Sols are back to preview Eagles training camp and predict three headlines that will come from training camp. Which second-year pro is going to step up for the Birds and take control of the defense? How explosive will the offense be with new OC Brian Johnson? Who will be the lead back for the birds following the departure of Miles Sanders? The...

Joel is back at it again with the trolling. Embiid talked with Maverick Carter at the Uninterrupted Sports Film Festival about wanting to win a championship: "I don't know where that's gonna be, whether it's in Philly or anywhere else.” Chris and Raheem discuss Embiid's comments and if he’s looking to be shipped out of Philly. Plus, the James Harden saga continues with some cryptic Instagram posts...

The Phillies are currently third in the NL East with a 48-41 record at the midway point of the season. Raheem and Cliff discuss the highs and lows of the first half, and whether there’s a major trade ahead for the Phillies as the deadline approaches. What are the chances the Phillies make another magical run to the World Series? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theri...

James Harden, Joel Embiid, Tobias Harris, Tyrese Maxey, and Sixers ownership were all in attendance at Michael Rubin’s celebrity-studded white party in the Hamptons. Are the pictures from the party floating around the internet an indication that Harden will be locked back in with the Sixers for the 2023-24 season? Chris and Raheem discuss. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff August...

Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer react to James Harden's decision to opt in to his $35.6 million player option for next season and his request to be traded from the Sixers. They discuss what a return for the former MVP would look like, talk about the Daryl Morey era in Philly, and look back at the snowball effect of the Ben Simmons trade. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out...

The Sixers didn’t have any picks heading into the 2023 NBA draft, which raised speculation about whether players on the team would be traded to get back into the draft. None of that came to fruition, so where does the team go from here as free agency looms? Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer discuss. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or lis...

OTAs have passed, which means we get no real football until training camp time. That got Ben and Sheil thinking about which players Eagles fans should watch closely once they get to camp. Plus, what realistic moves can the Sixers make if they truly aren’t trying to get Bradley Beal? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the e...

The Eagles had their final day of OTAs on Thursday. Sheil was at the practice and has a few observations he wants to go over with E.J. Smith (@EJSmith94) from ‘The Philadelphia Inquirer.’ How has Jalen Hurts looked at OTAs? Will Quez Watkins remain at WR3? Who will be starting at the safety and MLB positions? Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: E.J. Smith Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed by: Jackson...

The Sixers have reportedly replaced Doc Rivers with Nick Nurse following yet another disappointing season ending in the second round. Will Nick Nurse finally lead the Sixers to at least the Eastern Conference finals? How does Joel Embiid feel about the hire? Will James Harden return to play for Nick Nurse? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Jackson G...

With rumors spreading that James Harden wants to go back home to Houston this offseason, Ben and Raheem discuss if the Sixers should even want him back after his disastrous Game 7 against Boston. Plus, we give a sneak peek at the NFC East to see if anyone can actually compete with the Eagles this upcoming season. Hosts: Ben Solak and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Jackso...

It’s the middle of May, and Eagles fans can't stop thinking about football. Have the Cowboys made up some ground on the Eagles in the NFC East this offseason? What are the expectations for second-year pros Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean? Ben also has one thing in which QB Jalen Hurts can improve on. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Jackson Greenberg & Te...

The Philadelphia 76ers fired Doc Rivers Tuesday. What's next for the team after an embarrassing Game 7 blowout? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Jackson Greenberg and Teddy Grossman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers have officially been eliminated from the playoffs in the second round yet again. They were completely embarrassed in TD Garden thanks to Jayson Tatum’s 51-point explosion, the most in Game 7 NBA history. Chris and Cliff discuss the humiliating loss and what could transpire for "The Process" because of it. Will Doc Rivers be back next season? Is James Harden headed to Houston? Host: Chri...

The Sixers failed to close out the Celtics at home in Game 6, and now head to Boston for Game 7 with a trip to the Eastern Conference finals at stake. Brian Barrett from the ‘Off the Pike’ podcast teams up with Raheem to discuss Thursday's game and preview what's ahead for Game 7. Hosts: Raheem Palmer and Brian Barrett Producers: Jamie McClellan and Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices....

The moment we’ve all been waiting for since the disappointing Super Bowl loss is finally here. The schedule for the Philadelphia Eagles has been released. Find out when the Birds play the Cowboys and when they can get their revenge on the Chiefs. Let us know which games you'll be attending: #RingerPhilly @SheilKapadia @BenjaminSolak @Daboulcliff Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff A...

The Sixers did the improbable in Boston on Tuesday night, defeating the Celtics 115-103 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semis. Joel Embiid couldn’t be stopped, dropping 33 points and blocking four shots, including a big chasedown block on Jaylen Brown. The Sixers also got major contributions from Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris, as well as Danuel House Jr. off the bench. Chris and Raheem discus...

GM trades rarely occur in the NFL. But if they did, what would Howie Roseman be worth? Sheil and Ben discuss that, and take a look at some key position battles for the Eagles, including right guard following the departure of Isaac Seumalo, and WR3. Plus, could the Eagles be in position to make another big acquisition this offseason? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn...