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The Most Hopeless NFL Teams: 11/9/23

On todays episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill shares why the blueprint for the Jets offense is failing and the improvements they must make before Aaron Rodgers returns to the field. Then, the Ringers Danny Heifetz joins the show to share the five most hopeless teams in the NFL this season, which teams are in quarterback purgatory, and Bill gives a shocking pick for a hopeless team. 0:00-8:40 Jets offensive struggles 11:53 Are the Patriots the most hopeless team? 15:08 Can you trust Bill Belichick as a GM and the staff around him? 18:11 The future of the QB position for the Giants 23:16 Whats next for the Panthers? 27:22 Can the Tampa Bay Buccaneers compete? 32:19 The missing pieces of the Denver Broncos 37:08 Impact of Maxx Crosby 43:13 Bills shocking pick for hopeless team

Trade Deadline Winners and Losers: 11/1/23

On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill breaks down the most significant moves of the trade deadline, which teams should have been more aggressive during the deadline, and the biggest missed opportunities of the trade deadline. Plus, who is going to win the NFC South? 1:00 Commanders trade Montez Sweat to the Bears 8:42 Commanders trade Chase Young to the 49ers 11:42 Vikings trade for Joshua Dobbs 15:00 What went into the Giants' decision not to trade Saquon Barkley? 17:57 Should the Lions have been more aggressive this deadline? 21:26 Is the solution to the Chiefs' current offensive struggles on the roster? 24:40 Teams who should have traded players this deadline 27:04 How NFL compensatory picks work 30:13 What is the ideal time for the trade deadline? 31:57 Why are the prices for trade deadline low? 37:30 Did Josh McDaniels and Dave Ziegler get fired from the Raiders due to their inaction during the deadline? 38:34 Can the Broncos go on a run in the second half of the season? 41:00 Who will be the seventh seed in the NFC in the postseason?

Ideal NFL Trade Candidates: 10/26/23

On todays episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, NFL writer and friend of the podcast Will Brinson joins to discuss potential landing spots for key players this trade deadline, analyze hypothetical trade scenarios for Justin Fields, and break down if the Broncos should trade Russell Wilson. Later, Bill gives his take on Arthur Smiths comments surrounding Bijan Robinsons status. 3:09 Which player should be traded before the deadline? 4:13 Potential Derrick Henry landing spots 12:48 Hypothetical Trade Scenario: Justin Fields to the Falcons 16:44 Potential landing spots for Bryan Burns 27:48 Would Anyone trade for Russell Wilson? 33:26 Russell Wilson to the Commanders? 41:11 Where should Jerry Jeudy end up? 47:39 Reaction to Arthur Smiths comments

The Great Brock Purdy Debate: 10/19/23

Nate Tice joins Bill Barnwell to break down if Brock Purdy could be successful long-term for the 49ers, what has to make Purdy successful in Kyle Shanahans offense, and share what has been most surprising about Purdys career. Plus, Bill discusses the Jets defensive decline and what adjustments must be made. 5:38 Chargers vs. Cowboys MNF was take theater: 7:40 Brock Purdy and Jimmy Garoppolo comparisons 11:34 Concerns with Brock Purdy in Kyle Shanahans offensive scheme 14:28 What has Shanahan adjusted for Brock Purdy? 21:57 What is most surprising about Purdys play in the 49ers offense? 31:47 How did your favorite teams growing up influence your ideas of a successful offense? 35:28 How many other quarterbacks could play as well as Brock Purdy does in the 49ers offense? 43:20 Will the 49ers invest significantly in Brock Purdy or move on? 46:37 The Jets defense on the decline

Abandoning Preseason Predictions: 10/12/23

On todays episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Seth Walder joins the show to discuss what pre-season predictions they stand behind and what predictions they are abandoning. Plus, Bill breaks down if its time for the Patriots to move on from Bill Belichick the general manager. 3:43 Will the Packers win the NFC North? 7:27 Was Jordan Love ready? 13 Will the Packers beat the 7.5 spread? 14:18 All in on Miamis defense? 23:29 If we could back in time, who would still be a first-round draft pick and who would drop? 51:54 Should the Patriots move on from Bill Belichick?

Award Picks: Ranking 2023 NFL MVP Candidates : 10/5/23

Bill Barnwell is joined by NFL writer Charles McDonald to discuss how to save the Falcons season and if there is still hope for them to make the playoffs. Later, they give their award picks thus far for the 2023 NFL season. Plus, Bill breaks down what more will it take for Brock Purdy to get the recognition he deserves. 5:30 Does Arthur Smith believe that Drake London and Kyle Pitts are talented players? 7:47 Whos to blame: Desmond Ridder or the o-line? 12:58 Falcons can be a playoff team 15:30 What would you have tried to do in the last offseason to fix the Falcons QB need? 17:41 What changes the Falcons need to make to make the offense more successful 21:45 Awards pick for the season 22:44 Josh Allen MVP 27:40 Who is Offensive Player of the Year 31:17 Who is the Defensive Player of the Year 34:00 Offensive rookie of the year 37:48 Defensive Rookie of the year 40:15 Coach of the Year 44:41 Brock Purdy Deserves More Credit

Greatest Offensive Performance of All Time: 9/28/23

On todays episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Miami Dolphins writer Marcel Louis-Jacques joins Bill to discuss if the Miami Dolphins executed the greatest offensive performance of all time. Then they discuss how the Dolphins offensive line is keeping Tuas jersey clean, whats most impressive about Miamis defense under Vic Fangio, and if Christian Wilkins is Josh Allens Joker. Later, what should the Jets do at quarterback? Plus, Bill dives into difference making decisions and if Brandon Staley should be fired. 1:27 Marcel Louis-Jacques joins the show! 2:50 Dolphins offense the greatest we have ever seen? 7:46 Is Sean Paytons style a touch archaic? 10:05 Dolphins offensive line having a field day 12:00 Keeping Tuas jersey clean 12:36 Perfect recipe of football success for Dolphins 14:00 What is the Dolphins offensive or schematic weakness? 19:20 Where the Bills give up big plays 23:00 What makes the Dolphins different? 24:20 Whats impressive about the Dolphins defense under Vic Fangio 29:28 Christian Wilkins is Josh Allens Joker 30:36 who wins the Dolphins vs. Bills matchup on Sunday? 32:56 The Dolphins are the best team in the NFL 35:55 Who is the best 2-1 team? 41:30 What should the Jets do at quarterback? 49:31 Jets putting all your eggs in Aaron Rodgers basket 51: 30 Difference Making Decisions: should Brandon Staley being fired?

Embracing Uncertainty : 9/21/23

Former NFL quarterback and QB School creator JT O'Sullivan joins Bill in trying to make sense of Justin Fields comments about the Bears' coaching staff. Then, they discuss if Fields has been given the proper tools to succeed, how to unlock Justin Fields 'the creator' , and what makes a successful play caller. Plus, Bill dives into the concept of embracing the uncertainty with the Bears trading for Chase Claypool.

Embarrassment of Riches: 9/14/23

Fantasy football expert Ben Gretch joins Bill to recap the unexpected Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season, including the latest with Aaron Rodgers, if the Jets should stick with Zach Wilson, and potential replacements for Rodgers. Then, they share their Week 1 fantasy standouts, if Tua is undervalued, and if fantasy managers should be hopeful about Kyle Pitts. Plus, could Anthony Richardson be a future fantasy star?

Mailbag Episode: Quarterbacks on the Verge of Superstar Status: 9/7/23

The NFL season is officially here, and Bill answers your burning questions in this weeks mailbag episode. He discusses what quarterbacks are about to make a giant leap in their career, if this is the season the Patriots move on from Bill Belichick, and the likelihood Tom Brady comes out of retirement. Plus, Bill shares why he hesitates about buying into the Jets hype.

An NFL Crystal Ball : 8/29/23

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays from The Athletic to discuss what they wishes they knew now about this upcoming NFL season. In other words, if they had a crystal ball what would they want to know looking into the future.

Spicy Preseason Takefest with Mina Kimes and Domonique Foxworth: 8/21/23

In part two of a three-part series, Bill sits down with friends Mina Kimes and Domonique Foxworth to share his three spicy takes of the 2023 NFL season. Hear part one of the Preseason Takefest on the Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny. Check out The Domonique Foxworth Show for the third installment of the series.

Tis the Fantasy Season: 8/17/23

Long time friend of the podcast Josh Norris joins Bill to discuss the fantasy implications of Ezekiel Elliot joining the Patriots, if Tony Pollard is a first round fantasy pick, and the impact of Dalvin Cook going to the Jets. Then, they discuss Doug Pederson maximizing strength of Christian Kirk, the explosiveness of Khalil Herbert, and which coach they would give truth serum heading into week one. Plus, is it the year of the late round tight end?

Training Camp Hype: 8/10/23

ESPN writer Seth Walder joins Bill to discuss Trey Lances future in San Francisco, share their predictions for the biggest breakout players in 2023, and if they are drinking the Jets' Kool-Aid.

NFL Quarterback Tiers 2023: 8/3/23

The Athletics Mike Sando joins Bill to analyze the results of the NFL quarterback tiers decided by the votes of league insiders. They discuss the surprising rise and fall of QBs in the tiers and share their predictions of who will jump in the rankings next year.

Savvy Shoppers: 7/27/23

ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor joins Bill sharing funny moments from the first day of Steelers' training camp, Najee Harris viewpoint on the running back situation, how physics dont apply to Patrick Mahomes, and the way the Chiefs build their roster. Then, they discuss the AFC teams that just missed the playoffs and their likelihood of making it this year.

Perception of Value: 7/21/23

Mina Kimes joins Bill to discuss the conversation surrounding running backs this offseason, how the evolution of the game impacted the position, and how much running backs truly benefit teams. Plus, they discuss what players could realistically push for in the next CBA agreement.

Inside the Mind of NFL Coaches : 7/13/23

The Athletics Jourdan Rodrigue joins the podcast to share insights from her podcast series The Playcallers. She gives us a behind the scenes look of what its really like being a NFL coach from the minds of Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay, Mike McDaniel and more. Plus, she shares what surprised her most from the series, the process of humanizing NFL figures, and the endlessness of finding whats next.

Behind the Times: 6/29/23

Ollie Connolly joins Bill to discuss how Mac Jones and the Patriots' offense have evolved, solutions for developing young quarterbacks, and what coaches are thinking when planning out offensive schemes for the season.

Wild Goose Chase: 6/22/23

Friend of the podcast Will Brinson joins Bill to share his favorite prop bets of the upcoming season, discuss which player props are tempting possibilities, and what bets to avoid. Plus, they discuss which animal is scarier a snake or goose?

Self-Inflicted Turmoil: 6/15/23

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN Vikings reporter Kevin Seifert, to discuss Dalvin Cook being released and the competitive rebuild of the Vikings roster. Then, ESPN Bills reporter Alaina Getzenberg joins to discuss what happened that led to tensions with Stefon Diggs and the Bills and the ramifications of the situation.

Breaking News & Fantasy Implications : 6/8/23

Bill is joined by his friend from Underdog Sports, Hayden Winks, to talk breaking news about Dalvin Cook, fantasy football implications, and a little bit of best ball.

NFL Best and Worst Offseason Moves: 6/1/23

With football season around the corner, Geoff Schwartz joins Bill to break down the best and worst moves NFL teams made this offseason.

Changing The Rules : 5/24/23

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Field Yates to talk through the recent NFL rule changes, some free agents who are still out there, and Austin Ekeler's situation.

Annual Dynasty Rookie Draft: 5/19/23

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Mike Clay to hold their annual dynasty rookie draft of players from the 2023 NFL draft.

5th Year Options & Curious Choices : 5/2/23

Bill is joined by his friend The Athletic's Robert Mays to talk through some of the NFL's interesting 5th year option decisions and to take a final look at this year's NFL draft.

NFL Draft Day 1 Recap : 4/28/23

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice from The Athletic to recap day 1 of the NFL Draft with everything that happened and didn't happen.

The Perfect NFL Draft : 4/19/23

Bill is joined by his friend Danny Kelly from The Ringer to put together the perfect NFL draft including 7 picks, 1 player graded in each round, and why they love that player.

Who Goes Number One?: 4/12/23

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Bill Connelly to break down the top 5 quarterbacks in this year's upcoming draft.

NFL Draft Philosophies and Potential Trades : 4/5/23

Bill hosts a solo show where he answers a mixed bag of questions regarding the NFL draft process, potential trades, and more!

Betting The NFL Draft/Upcoming Season: 3/29/23

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Seth Walder to break down some of the most exciting bets on the upcoming NFL season and NFL draft.

Fantasy Implications : 3/23/23

Bill is joined by his friend Danny Heifetz from the Ringer to break down the fantasy implications of this offseason's biggest moves.

Favorite Free Agency Moves : 3/16/23

Bill is joined by his friend Mina Kimes to break down their favorite moves of free agency so far, reasonable quarterback deals, and hipster free agency picks.

Realistic Landing Spots : 3/9/23

Bill is joined by his friend Gregg Rosenthal from NFL Network to break down a handful of free agents from Gregg's list of top 101 free agents this offseason and pick their landing spot.

Are We Paying QB's Too Much? (Mailbag Episode) : 3/2/23

Bill hosts a solo mailbag episode where he answers all your most pressing questions including: are we paying QB's too much, why coaches never leave teams in free agency, and more!

The Future of Justin Fields (Mailbag Episode) : 2/23/23

Bill hosts a solo episode from Australia where he answers all of your most pressing questions from this NFL season.

Is Jalen Hurts A SuperStar? : 2/13/23

Shockingly enough, Bill and his friend ESPN's Domonique Foxworth recap the Super Bowl. They get into how the Chiefs broke down the Eagles defense, what the Eagles could have done to stop the Chiefs, and whether or not Jalen Hurts is a superstar.

All The X's & O's : 2/9/23

Bill is joined by his friends former NFL OL Geoff Schwartz and Nate Tice from the Athletic to break down all the x's and o's of the upcoming Super Bowl.

Snake Drafting Prop Bets : 2/8/23

Bill is joined by his friends Josh Norris and Hayden Winks of Underdog Sports to snake draft their favorite Super Bowl prop bets.

Conference Championships Are Here! : 1/26/23

Bill is joined by his friend Yahoo Sports' Charles McDonald to talk about the Nathaniel Hackett hire, the breaking news surrounding Frank Reich with Carolina, and a preview of the conference championship games.

The Divisional Round Preview You Deserve : 1/19/23

Bill is joined by his friend CBS' Will Brinson to breakdown each of the four games in the divisional round.

Comparing Different Hells: 1/12/23

Bill is joined by The Athletics Jourdan Rodrigue to examine the latest on a very fluid situation with Sean McVay and the Los Angeles Rams. They discuss how things got to the point that McVay is considering leaving, what happened to the coaching staff after the Super Bowl, if the situation compromises the Rams offseason, why Jourdan thinks theres no way he permanently retires right now and how the Rams could make a return more appealing to McVay.

Elimination Sucks... Here Are Positive Takeaways: 1/5/23

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Seth Walder to give one positive comment to each of the eliminated post season teams from the 2022 season.

Strangers Things Have Happened: 12/22/22

Doug Kyed joins Bill to breakdown whats going wrong for the Patriots this year, major changes that need to happen for New Englands offense, and coaching changes that will make Patriot fans mad. Plus, Bill is heated about the Pro-Bowl snubs.

Your Super Bowl Winner Is... : 12/15/22

Bill is joined by his friend Sheil Kapadia from the Ringer to talk about the 4 most important games this upcoming weekend as well as who the 5 teams are that have a viable shot to win the Super Bowl.

Heartless Grim Reaper: 12/7/22

Barnwell is joined by NFL Network analyst Gregg Rosenthal to break down the shocking Jon Robinson firing, what it means for the future of the Titans, and what coaches are on the hot seat.

Who Sits Atop The AFC? : 11/30/22

Bill is joined by his friend The Athletic's Nate Tice to talk through the top 4 teams in the AFC before getting into the USMNT and their performance through the group stage of the World Cup.

Are The Vikings Any Good? : 11/16/22

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Kevin Seifert to answer the question on all of our minds: are the Vikings any good?

What Are The Colts Doing?: 11/9/22

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays from The Athletic to talk about what the Colts are doing as well as the most surprising parts from the first half of the season.

Trade Deadline Frenzy: 11/1/22

Bill is joined by his friend PFF's NFL reporter Doug Kyed to break down all the trades and storylines surrounding the NFL trade deadline.

The Rams Are Victims Of Their Own Success : 10/25/22

Bill is joined by his friend Jourdan Rodrigue from The Athletic to talk about everything that has to do with the Rams.

Fake Trades : 10/19/22

Bill is joined by his friend CBS Sports' Will Brinson to compare fake NFL trades they think should be real.

The Biggest Games Of the Weekend... Maybe Even The Season: 10/12/22

Bill is joined by his friend and podcast host Geoff Schwartz to breakdown the biggest games of the weekend while recapping the Chiefs/Raiders game.

It's Time For Change : 10/5/22

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Brooke Pryor to break down the quarterback situation in Pittsburgh. Then, ESPN's Ben Baby joins the show to break down the Bengals' choppy start to their season ahead of their big matchup with the Ravens.

We Admit We Were Wrong... About Some Things : 9/28/22

Bill is joined by his friend Sheil Kapadia from The Ringer to breakdown the 3-0 Eagles and either defend or throw away some of their pre-season takes.

It's Tua Time: 9/20/22

ESPN Miami Dolphins writer Marcel Louis-Jacques joins Bill to break down Tua's stellar performance and previews the upcoming Miami vs. Buffalo matchup.

What Matters & What Doesn't Matter... : 9/14/22

Bill is joined by his friend Ben Gretch from the Stealing Signals Newsletter to breakdown what matters and what does not matter after watching every matchup in Week 1.

It's Domonique Foxworth Day : 9/6/22

Bill is joined by his friend and colleague Domonique Foxworth to defend his tweets and preview storylines for this upcoming season.

Mystifying Transactions : 8/30/22

NFL insider and podcast host Gregg Rosenthal hops on with Bill to break down this week's transactions, including Jimmy Jimmy Garoppolo staying with the 49ers and the Chauncey Gardner-Johnson trade to the Eagles. Plus, Gregg and Bill discuss which preseason storylines they are buying and selling headed into the NFL regular season.

The Mailbag of All Mailbags : 8/23/22

Bill hosts a solo episode where he answers all of your most pressing questions ahead of the 2022 season.

Cheating Your Fantasy Football Leagues : 8/15/22

Bill is joined by his friends Josh Norris and Hayden Winks of Underdog Football to help you cheat your fantasy football leagues.

Rams Camp & Elbow Issues : 8/8/22

Bill is joined by his friend Jourdan Rodrigue from The Athletic to cover Rams training camp and Matthew Stafford's confusing elbow situation.

Deep Dive Into The Deshaun Watson Verdict : 8/2/22

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Jake Trotter to break down the Deshaun Watson verdict and answer why it was only a 6 game suspension, what the Browns were surprised by, and what happens next if the NFL appeals.

Quarterback Tiers : 7/28/22

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Mike Sando, to run through the leagues quarterbacks giving their expert analysis and opinions ahead of this upcoming season.

Breaking Down The O-Line : 7/19/22

Bill is joined by his friend and former NFL offensive lineman, Ross Tucker, to break down the NFL's offensive line to see who has the best and worst lines in football.

Not Hot Takes... But Mini Takes? : 7/15/22

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice to go through all of their "logical" takes from around the NFL heading into this upcoming season.

Quarterback Musical Chairs : 7/7/22

Bill is joined by colleague Jeremy Fowler to break down the Baker Mayfield trade to the Carolina. Next, they discuss the impact of the Baker trade for players like Jimmy Garoppolo. Then, Jeremy shares his rankings of the top players across the league.

Answering Your NFL Offseason Questions : 6/6/22

Bill hosts a solo show where he answers all of your most pressing offseason questions as well as what to expect next season.

A Rookie Dynasty Draft : 6/2/22

Bill is joined by his friend and colleague Mike Clay to draft the first 2 rounds of a rookie dynasty draft.

Introducing the 2022 Rookie QB's : 5/26/22

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice from The Athletic to breakdown the 2022 rookie quarterback class.

Top 5 NFL Over/Unders Of 2022: 5/18/22

Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson, of CBS Sports, to discuss their top 5 over/unders for this upcoming NFL season.

NFL Draft Winners & Losers : 5/3/22

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to breakdown who won and who lost in this year's NFL draft.

NFL Draft Round 1 Breakdown : 4/27/22

Bill is joined by his friend Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy to break down the entire first round of the draft with the picks he's most confident in projecting and which players he doesn't think will go early.

This Year's QB Draft Class : 4/19/22

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Bill Connelly to talk about this year's top QB's to be taken in the NFL draft.

Free Agency Winners & Losers: 4/12/22

Bill is joined by his friend Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus to discuss the winners and losers of free agency and deep dive into the leagues most interesting teams.

Lawsuits and Job Searches : 4/7/22

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Lindsay Jones, to talk about the recent updates in the Brian Flores lawsuit as well as the leagues 9 remaining free agents and where they'll end up.

A Crazy Few Days In Cleveland : 3/21/22

Bill is joined by ESPN's Jake Trotter to break down everything that went down between the Browns, Baker Mayfield, and Deshaun Watson.

Criticism Comes From Love: 3/16/22

Bill sits down with Around the NFL Podcast host Gregg Rosenthal to go breakdown the latest free agency news. Then, Bill asks Gregg to defend his tweets. Plus, breaking Von Miller news happens on air, and they discuss the details of Von Millers new deal with the Bills. Then, Bill and Gregg analyze the Miami Dolphins and what to expect from Mike McDaniel in his first year as head coach.

Free Agents Around the League : 3/7/22

Bill hosts a solo episode where he goes team by team across the NFL giving you his ideal free agent landing spots.

Secret Superstars : 2/28/22

Bill sits down with his friend Ben Gretch to talk about players who are either secret superstars or secretly on the decline after the 2021 season.

What Is Really Going On With Aaron Rodgers? : 2/24/22

Bill is joined by his friend, CBS Sports' Will Brinson, to talk all things Aaron Rodgers and dive deep into what's been happening lately in Green Bay. They also get into other teams with offseason storylines to be following including the Cowboys. the Cardinals, and the Rams.

Super Bowl Superstars: 2/14/22

Bill is joined by writer and podcaster Nate Tice to recap the Super Bowl game. Plus, they break down the keys to the Rams success, how Aaron Donalds presence affects the game, and what moves the Bengals need to make in the offseason to improve.

How Did The Bengals Get Here?: 2/9/22

Bill talks with his friend ESPN's Ben Baby about the Bengals and how they got to where they are. Also, ESPN's Seth Walder joins the show to talk about his favorite player and team props for the Super Bowl.

Perfect in Every Way: 2/1/22

Bill is joined by former NFL lineman and analyst Geoff Schwartz to break down the Conference Championship games and give their predictions for the Super Bowl.

Who Will Make It To The Super Bowl? : 1/26/22

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice of The Athletic to preview the Conference Championship games and who can make it out of this weekend and onto the Super Bowl.

The Divisional Round Preview You've Been Waiting For : 1/20/22

Bill sits down with his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to preview the four divisional round games this upcoming weekend.

A New Year & A New Coach For Miami...: 1/11/22

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques, to talk all about what went down in Miami with the firing of their head coach and who the ideal candidate would be to fill the open position.

The Lies, The Intricacies, The Emails... : 1/4/22

Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to breakdown everything there is to talk about regarding the Joe Judge press conference. They get into the lies, the emails, the questions, and try to give some answers.

An Apology For Our 2021 Preseason Analysis: 12/21/21

Bill is joined by a special guest to dive into all of their preseason thoughts and where they went wrong as they reflect on the 2021 season.

Christmas Shopping For Quarterbacks : 12/14/21

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Robert Mays, to talk about each of the 5 rookie quarterbacks and their organizations in regards to what they need to fix heading into the offseason.

Are The "Overreactions" Warranted? : 12/8/21

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Sheil Kapadia, to break down the MNF matchup between Buffalo and New England. They also dive into the Eagles situation with Gardner Minshew before discussing which teams around the league are best positioned to improve their rosters over the next few years.

Fantasy Football Trade Deadline : 11/30/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mike Clay, to talk about the fantasy football landscape heading into the fantasy playoffs.

Looking At The Leagues QB's : 11/23/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler to talk about the interesting quarterback transitions that may take place around the NFL coming off Week 11.

Introducing 'Man in the Arena': 11/20/21

Whether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, youve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. Hes changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in the arena and those outside. Host Gotham Chopra grapples with these big themes, while grounding the podcast in his personal relationship with Tom and his journey from a Brady fan to Toms friend. ÿListen on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3FgQalz), Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3c6q4oB), or search 'Man In the Arena' wherever you're listening now.

Questioning Everything. : 11/18/21

Bill hosts a solo episode where he addresses all of your most pressing NFL questions. Everything from player performances, to team strategies, specific matchups, and more!

Well... This Was A Surprise! : 11/11/21

Bill is joined by his friend PFF's Doug Kyed to dive into the shocking Cam Newton signing as where Odell Beckham Jr. might go or rather... should go.

Trades: What Happened vs. What SHOULD've Happened: 11/3/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Kevin Seifert, to break down the major trades that took place before the NFL's trade deadline and what certain teams should have done in order to better their franchise moving forward.

Why The Dolphins Suck : 10/26/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques, to break down why the Dolphins have had such a horrific start to their season. Also, they dive into the Bills and their more impressive 4-2 start to the season.

Looking At The Bigger Picture : 10/19/21

Bill is joined by his friend CBS' Will Brinson to talk about two big games: Bills vs. Titans and Steelers vs. Seahawks. Bill and Will discuss not only what happened during these games but what the outcomes mean for the future.

Consequences & Second Chances : 10/12/21

Bill is joined by his friend Mike Sando of The Athletic to tackle all the latest news including Jon Gruden leaving the Raiders, Seattle losing Russell Wilson, and more!

Deep Dive Into Developing QB's : 10/5/21

Bill Barnwell is joined by his friend ESPN's Field Yates to take a deep dive into three quarterbacks that are developing: Mac Jones, Jalen Hurts, and Sam Darnold!

The Bears: Out-Schemed & Out-Talented : 9/28/21

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to dive into the mess that is the Chicago Bears. Mays shares his opinions on Matt Nagy's decision making, the quarterback battle between all three Chicago QB's, and more! After that, the two pivot to the Packers and share their biggest takeaways from Packers vs. 49ers.

Sam Dangerous Darnold : 9/24/21

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics' Nate Tice to talk about Sam Darnold, Josh Allen, the Raider, the Vikings... and so much more!

Small Sample Size Surmises: 9/15/21

Bill is joined by Stealing Signals writer Ben Gretch about whether or not fans should be worried about the Packers offense, the fantasy fallout from the 49ers-Lions game, disappointing starts for the Titans and Falcons, and more.

2021 NFL Outliers, Crazy Predictions, & Hot Takes: 9/7/21

Bill is joined by his friend Steven Ruiz of The Ringer to go team by team across the NFL discussing their craziest predictions, their hottest takes, and what to be on the lookout for as the 2021 season starts this week!

Quarterback Battles: 9/2/21

Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones of the Athletic as they look at how the Patriots, Bears, 49ers, Broncos and Saints handled their QB battles this pre-season

You Asked... Bill Answered : 8/27/21

Bill is his own guest today as he addresses all of your most asked NFL questions from rookie QB expectations to teams tanking for next season... you asked and Bill answered!

Preseason Money Moves : 8/11/21

Bill is joined by his friend Doug Kyed, of Pro Football Focus, to dissect any preseason storylines including Josh Allen's contract extension and Michael Thomas' situation.

The Playbook: A 2021 NFL Preview : 7/29/21

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletic's Sheil Kapadia, to talk about his new book which previews all 32 teams ahead of this upcoming NFL season.

Future NFL Power Rankings : 7/22/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Seth Walder, to rank all 32 teams on how good they look for the next 3 years.

Inventing Player Props : 7/14/21

Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to talk through player props they invented for the upcoming 2021 season.

Top Edge Rushers, Defensive Tackles, Linebackers, Cornerbacks: 7/8/21

Bill Barnwell and Jeremy Fowler discuss the top-ten edge rushers, interior defensive linemen, linebackers and cornerbacks based off a survey of more than 50 league executives, coaches, scouts and players.

Answering Your MOST Pressing NFL Questions : 6/22/21

Bill hosts another solo episode where he answers all of your most pressing NFL questions.

A New Type of Fantasy Football : 6/15/21

Bill is joined by his friend, Josh Norris of Underdog Fantasy. The two talk about a new way to play Fantasy Football and what some of their favorite fantasy players are ahead of this upcoming season.

A Fútbol Pod : 6/10/21

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice of The Athletic to talk about the Julio Jones trade and how he fits in with Tennessee. After that, they talk soccer and dive into the USMNT and their most recent match against Mexico.

Who Can Beat The Chiefs? : 6/3/21

Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to debate who has the best shot at beating the Chiefs this upcoming NFL season.

Possible Julio Jones Trade Scenarios : 5/28/21

Bill is joined by his friend Gregg Rosenthal of NFL Network to go around the NFL discussing possible trade scenarios for Julio Jones.

A PPR Dynasty Rookie Draft : 5/19/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mike Clay to give you a mock PPR dynasty rookie draft. They go through the first 20 picks of a typical dynasty rookie draft and give their thoughts on this year's rookies now that they have been drafted.

The NFL Draft Impact On AFC Teams : 5/10/21

Bill is joined by his friend CBS Sports' Will Brinson to break down the draft picks for each AFC team as well as their off-seasons and what's ahead next season for each team.

The NFL Draft Impact On NFC Teams : 5/4/21

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to break down what each NFL Draft pick means for all of the NFC teams as well as a full analysis of Justin Fields to the Bears.

NFL Draft Round 1 Recap : 4/30/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Domonique Foxworth! Bill and Domonique recap the first round of the NFL Draft.

Breaking Down the 49ers NFL Draft Pick : 4/21/21

Bill is joined by his friend Steven Ruiz of USA Today to dissect everything there is to know about the 49ers and their third overall pick in this year's NFL Draft.

Sam Darnold to Carolina, Top-10 Wide Receiver Prospects: 4/9/21

Bill Barnwell is joined by The Athletics Nate Tice to discuss Carolina trading for Sam Darnold, what can be gleaned from Darnold's time with the Jets and what he can expect playing under Joe Brady. Then, the guys breakdown the top-10 wide receivers in the 2021 NFL Draft class. Plus, a guest appearance from Mitch the cat.

A Mixed Mailbag : 4/1/21

Bill switches things up with a solo episode! He reads through your most frequently asked NFL questions as we approach the NFL Draft and inch closer to the 2021 season.

NFC: Free Agent Moves : 3/26/21

Bill is joined by his friend Lindsey Jones of The Athletic to break down each of the free agent moves in the NFC.

AFC: Free Agent Moves : 3/24/21

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to break down each of the free agent moves in the AFC.

NFL Free Agency Is Here : 3/12/21

Bill sits down with his friend ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques to talk about some recent re-signings, the cuts that have popped up over the last few days, some guys who weren't franchise tagged, and more!

NFL Top Shot? : 3/3/21

Bill is joined by his friend CBS' Will Brinson to talk about the NFL equivalent to NBA Top Shot. They get into the best highlights from the 2020 season, the best moments from the NFL in the past, and what their dream plays would look like in 2021.

Where Should These Free Agents Go? : 2/25/21

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Mike Clay to share their ideal destinations for the league's leading free agents.

Carson Wentz Is Now A Colt : 2/18/21

Bill is joined by his friend Ted Nguyen of The Athletic to breakdown the Carson Wentz trade. They also discuss a few other teams who may or may not need to part ways with their quarterbacks.

The 2020 NFL Season Is Over : 2/8/21

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mina Kimes, to breakdown and recap Super Bowl LV.

Super Bowl LV: 2/4/21

Bill is joined by his friend's Geoff Schwartz and ESPN's Matt Bowen to break down the pass and run games in Super Bowl LV.

Deshaun Watson Breakdown + Super Bowl Props : 2/1/21

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to preview the upcoming Super Bowl and offer a few props. They also dive into the Deshaun Watson situation with likely trade scenarios.

Divisional Round Recap + NFL Coaching Hires : 1/19/21

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice from The Athletic to recap the four divisional round games. Then, he is joined by ESPN's Kimberley Martin to discuss all of the recent NFL head coaching hires.

Dissecting the Divisional Round : 1/14/21

Bill is joined by his friend Will Brinson of CBS Sports to break down each of the 4 divisional round games this upcoming weekend. They also touch on all the big head coaching news around the league.

The Philadelphia Fiasco : 1/6/21

Bill is joined by his friend Sheil Kapadia of the Athletic to breakdown the controversy surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles and the future of Carson Wentz.

Sorting Through The Chaos : 12/29/20

Bill is joined by his friend ESPN's Rams beat writer Lindsey Thiry to sort through the chaos surrounding the upcoming Rams vs. Cardinals game. Then, ESPN's Patriots beat writer Mike Reiss joins Bill to make sense of what the future holds for this Patriots team.

Two Teams On The Rise : 12/22/20

Bill is joined by his friends ESPN's Brown's beat writer Jake Trotter and ESPN's Bill's beat writer Marcel Louis-Jacques to discuss how both of these teams are on an exciting upward trajectory.

Teams in Turmoil : 12/16/20

Bill is joined by his friends ESPN's Mike Triplett and Brooke Pryor as they discuss two teams that are currently in a bit of turmoil; the New Orleans Saints and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Domonique Foxworth Talks Carson Wentz, The Jets, & More... : 12/8/20

Bill Barnwell is joined by his friend ESPN's Domonique Foxworth to talk Carson Wentz's struggles, the Jets late game scenario, and more!

Week 12 Was Crazy... To Say The Least : 12/1/20

Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to make sense of what happened in Denver this last weekend as well as COVID-19's impact on the Steelers, 49ers, and more.

A Change In Football Plans : 11/25/20

Bill talks with his friend CBS' Will Brinson on the postponement of Thursday night's Steelers/Ravens game. They also talk about how good this Steelers team is, how the lions are NOT good, what the future holds for this Texans organization, and more.

At The Halfway Point: Who Is Still A Mystery? : 11/5/20

Bill is joined by his friend Mike Sando of The Athletic to break down all of the seemingly anticlimactic NFL trade deadline news.. Also, they dive into the teams they are still unsure about going into the second half of this season.

Dissecting Team Needs With Mina Kimes : 10/28/20

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Mina Kimes to go around the league discussing possible trade options for the league's Super Bowl contenders.

The 9 Best Teams in the NFL: 10/21/20

Bill is joined by his friend Lindsay Jones of The Athletic to talk about the 9 NFL teams Bill believes are the best in the league.

Who Doesn't Love Weekday NFL Games?: 10/14/20

Bill sits down with his friend Will Brinson to recap the NFL's Week 5 Monday and Tuesday night games.

Who Is In Better Shape: Jets or Giants? : 10/6/20

Bill is joined by his friend, ESPN's Dan Graziano to understand why the Houston Texans fired Bill O'Brien. They also take a look at the teams who are now 0-4 to start the season.

How Do You Stop The Chiefs From Winning? : 9/29/20

Bill is joined by his friend Nate Tice to recap last night's Monday night matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens. They also discuss Drew Brees' struggles thus far and if Michael Thomas is the answer to all the Saints' problems.

Who Will Go 3-0 After Week 3? : 9/25/20

Bill is joined by his friend Robert Mays of The Athletic to recap the Thursday night matchup between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Miami Dolphins. They also deep dive into the eleven teams that are now 2-0 heading into Week 3.

The New Orleans Saints Are Always Relevant : 9/17/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Triplett to recap Saints vs. Buccaneers in Week 1 while previewing the Saints for Week 2. Then, ESPN's Brooke Pryor joins the show to recap Steelers vs. Giants in Week 1 while previewing the Steelers for Week 2.

Attention! Football Is Back! : 9/11/20

Bill is joined first by NFL Network's Gregg Rosenthal to recap the 2020 NFL season opener. Then, ESPN's Brian Burke joins the show to preview the rest of Week 1's games.

Handing Out NFL Stat Superlatives (Ft: Dan Graziano) : 9/3/20

Bill chats with ESPN's Dan Graziano about who they are picking as their favorites for different ESPN NFL stat categories.

Fantasy Football Sleepers (ft. Evan Silva) : 8/24/20

Bill is joined by Establish the Run's, Evan Silva who tells us his draft strategy heading into this years fantasy football season. Evan and Bill also discuss their fantasy football sleepers, what to expect from certain top tier guys, and more!

Which NFL Teams Will Have A Post Season? : 8/21/20

Bill is joined by his friend, The Athletics Sheil Kapadia. The two pick their NFL playoff teams and heres a spoiler: someone doesnt have the Patriots making it to the playoffs!

Mike Clay's 2020 Fantasy Football Draft Board : 8/13/20

Bill is joined by his colleague and friend, ESPN's Mike Clay. The two discuss fantasy football and what Mike's fantasy draft board would look like.

Whose Show Is It Anyways? (Ft. Mina Kimes and Lenny) : 8/12/20

Bill is joined by his colleague and great friend Mina Kimes for a special edition joint podcast. The two take turns in the hosting seat discussing all things football before the upcoming 2020 season.

Let's Talk Quarterbacks : 7/31/20

Bill is joined by Mike Sando of The Athletic to breakdown this years NFL quarterback tiers. (2:05)

COVID-19's impact on the upcoming season: 7/23/20

Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones as they discuss what teams will benefit from the change in off-season schedule and potential change in the regular season because of COVID-19. They also get into the impact it has on players as they get ready for the upcoming season.

Franchise Tag Deadline: 7/16/20

Bill is joined by ESPNs Domonique Foxworth as they discuss the Cowboys and Dak Prescott not coming to terms on a long term contract and what might have been the reason for that. Plus, Bill & Domonique disagree on the Titans choosing to give Derrick Henry a new contract (28:20)

Mahomes Gets Paid: 7/9/20

Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they take a deep dive into Patrick Mahomes new contract and what exactly it means. Plus, the guys discuss prop bets regarding Mahomes and what he will achieve the rest of his career.

Cam Newton to New England: 7/2/20

Bill is joined by ESPN Patriots Reporter Mike Reiss to breakdown the Patriots signing Cam Newton and why they signed him. Then, ESPN NFL Analyst Matt Bowen joins Bill to discuss how New England might use Cam and what to expect from Jarrett Stidham.

Mailbag with Mina Kimes: 6/26/20

Bill is joined by Mina Kimes as they do a mailbag podcast discussing Jamal Adams, best WR under 25, how to pick a NFL team & breakout coordinators among other questions submitted.

Make Or Break Season: 6/18/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler as they take a look at the players and coaches who have the most to gain or lose in the upcoming season.

Pay That Running Back His Money: 6/10/20

Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano as they go through the running backs that are looking to get a new contract and breakdown what the future holds for them. Plus, Dak Prescott is still looking for a new deal and the guys discuss what's going on between Dak and the Cowboys

NFL Off-Season Superlatives: 5/20/20

Bill is joined by Sheil Kapadia as the two give 10 superlatives for the off-season moves made in the NFL including best signing, worst signing, best trade and more

NFL Over/Under Win Totals: 5/14/20

Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they hold a draft, selecting their favorite over/under win totals for the upcoming NFL season

Fantasy Rookie Draft: 5/6/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Clay as they hold their own fantasy rookie draft and discuss what kind of impact the players might have next season in terms of fantasy football

Head Scratching Draft Decisions : 4/27/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Dan Graziano as they breakdown the Packers taking Jordan Love, Eagles selecting Jalen Hurts & the Pats not drafting a QB. Plus, they take a look at some players who are waiting to see if their 5th year option will get picked up.

What To Expect Come Thursday: 4/21/20

Bill is joined by Peter King as they discuss what the draft will be like this year with everyone working from home. Plus, how the lack of pro days will impact the players and the teams.

2019 NFL Re-Draft: 4/16/20

Bill is joined by Lindsay Jones as they take a look back at last year's NFL draft and re-draft the first 16 picks

With The First Overall Pick: 4/7/20

Bill is first joined by Todd McShay as the two discuss the process of scouting quarterbacks and what is important to see from a QB. Then, Bill Connelly joins Bill to break down Joe Burrow's rise from QB transfer to most likely the first overall pick

Free Agents Still Unsigned : 3/31/20

Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they discuss where Jadeveon Clowney, Cam Newton, Jameis Winston and other big name free agents might end up and how the Coronavirus might be impacting free agency. Plus, they throw out some trade ideas.

Stars On The Move: 3/24/20

Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Rams Reporter Lindsey Thiry as they discuss the Rams releasing Todd Gurley and what's next for the Rams. Plus, Nora Princiotti joins Bill to talk about what things are like for the Patriots, post-Tom Brady.

Blockbuster WR Trades: 3/17/20

Bill is joined by ESPN NFL Nation Vikings Reporter Courtney Cronin as they discuss the blockbuster trade that sent disgruntled WR Stefon Diggs to the Bills and what this means for the Vikings going forward. Then, ESPN NFL Nation Texans Reporter Sarah Barshop on why DeAndre Hopkins was traded to Arizona for what seems not enough in return and what this means for head coach Bill O'Brien.

The NFL Never Stops: 3/11/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler as they discuss the future of Tom Brady, Jameis Winston, Dak Prescott and the franchise tag. Plus, other free agency news including players getting released and traded

QB Carousel: 3/4/20

Bill is joined by ESPN's Mike Reiss as they discuss the future of the Patriots and Tom Brady. Then, ESPN's Mike Triplett (26:00) discusses what now for Taysom Hill & Teddy Bridgewater now that Drew Brees is returning. And, how will the Saints manage paying everyone from the 2017 draft class?

NFLPA vs. Owners : 2/26/20

On this weeks episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill sits down with ESPN's Domonique Foxworth to talk about the CBA negotiations and his past as a CBA negotiator. (1:51) Then, ESPN's Daniel Dopp joins the show to talk all things Detroit Lions and NFL offseason news. (36:50)

Franchise Tags: 2/21/20

Bill and ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano discuss how a new CBA could impact future contracts. Plus, teams dealing with franchise and transition tags and big name free agents people should be paying attention to.

Prop Bets: 2/10/20

Bill and ESPN's Chris Sprow take a look back at their NFL prop bets they made for the season

Emptying The Notebook: 2/3/20

Bill is joined by Mina Kimes and they take one last look at the Super Bowl and what went wrong for the 49ers in the fourth quarter and what worked for the Chiefs. Plus, Tom Brady talk.

Who's Winning Super Bowl LIV?: 1/28/20

Bill is joined by former NFL defensive back, Matt Bowen. The two preview the Super Bowl and Bowen gives his pick to win. (2:17) Bill also talks with former NFL offensive guard, Geoff Schwartz. They breakdown what each team needs to do on Sunday in order to beat their opponent. (33:18)

And Then There Were Two: 1/20/20

Bill is joined by Will Brinson as they react to the Chiefs and 49ers punching their tickets to the Super Bowl and what went wrong for the Titans and Packers

No More Fireworks: 1/13/20

Bill chats with ESPN's Domonique Foxworth about the Titans upset win, the Chiefs epic comeback (15:40), Aaron Rodgers' clutch performance (32:00) & the 49ers' dominant win (58:00)

Never A Dull Moment In The NFL: 1/7/20

Bills chats with Lindsay Jones of The Athletic about Matt Rhule going to Carolina, the Giants naming Joe Judge their new HC (8:50) and Jerry Jones bringing in Mike McCarthy to replace Jason Garrett (16:40). Then they break down Bills/Texans (25:00), Pats/Titans (34:00), Saints/Vikings (46:00) and Eagles/Seahawks (56:30)

A Tale of Two Seasons: 12/23/19

Bill chats with ESPN's Jake Trotter about the roller coaster season in Cleveland and what went wrong. Then, NESN's Doug Kyed discusses New England's struggles on offense while their defense is leading the way (26:50)

Playoff Spots On The Line: 12/19/19

Bill chats with Sheil Kapadia about what's going on with the Eagles and what to expect Sunday as they face Dallas. Plus, ESPN's Courtney Cronin talks about Dalvin Cook, Kirk Cousins and the Vikings' playoff hopes

Bill-ieve it! Buffalo in the Playoffs and New England's New Scandal: 12/16/19

The Buffalo Bills clinched a playoff spot for the second time in three years. How did they get here, and does their turnaround story hold lessons for other NFL teams? ESPN NFL insider Bill Barnwell joins Mina Kimes to explain the Bills' surprising success. Then, in light of new video evidence, Bill and Mina break down the Patriots "Spygate II" video taping scandal.

The Good & Bad In New York: 12/9/19

Bill is first joined by ESPN's Jordan Raanan to chat about Daniel Jones, Eli Manning and the struggles the team has had with the draft. Then, Marcel Louis-Jacques who covers the Bills chats about Josh Allen, how impressive the defense has been and their playoffs hopes (28:00)

Shadow Coverage: 12/5/19

Bill chat's with ESPN's Mike Clay about the teams and cornerbacks who are best at following a team's number one receiver around the entire game. Plus, the biggest surprises for individual seasons this year

Contractually Obligated : 11/25/19

Bill chats with Will Brinson about the 49ers dominant win against Green Bay Sunday night and how impressive their defense was stopping Aaron Rodgers. What went wrong with the Cowboys as they were held without a touchdown and what does the future hold for Jason Garrett? And could Ron Rivera be on the hot seat in Carolina?

Get a Grip! NFL QB Secrets to Handling the Pigskin: 11/22/19

It seems so basic. And yet, it can reveal so much - how an NFL quarterback holds the ball. ESPN Senior Writer David Fleming talked to some of the league's top signal callers to find out their preferences, their quirks, and the unique stories behind their grips.

Offensive Troubles: 11/19/19

Bill chats with Mike Sando about the problems going on with Phillip Rivers and what the future holds for him. What should we make of how MNF ended for Mitchell Trubisky? (12:30) Plus, can the Rams recover from the Super Bowl hangover ? (24:25) And, who are some names to be on the lookout for as upcoming head coaches? (39:00)

Fantasy, Meet Reality: A Running Back Breaks Out, Then Disappears: 11/14/19

When New England running back Jonas Gray took the field vs. the Indianapolis Colts five years ago, no one could have predicted the incredible outburst of scoring that would land him national attention, and even a magazine cover. Nor could anyone have predicted how quickly that success would disappear, through a series of mishaps. ESPN senior writer Liz Merrill tells Mina Kimes the story of an underdog, his big shot, and how players might always be one step away from glory - or obscurity - in the NFL.

Monday Night Football Classic: 11/12/19

Bill is joined by Mina Kimes, the host of ESPN Daily Podcast and the two go in-depth on the Seahawks' overtime win against the previously unbeaten 49ers.

NFL Coaches Hot Seat Draft: 11/4/19

Bill along with Dan Graziano have their 3rd annual coaches hot seat draft as they rank the 32 NFL head coaches. Plus, Dan breaks down the Steelers/Colts game

Patriot Games: 10/28/19

Bill is joined by Pats reporter Mike Reiss and Domonique Foxworth to break down New England moving to 8-0 and what's been most impressive so far in the season

Kingdom of the North: 10/21/19

Bills gets into the NFC North with Robert Mays of the Ringer. What is going on with the Bears offense? (7:40). What to make of Aaron Rodgers' performance (24:00), has Kirk Cousins and the Vikings turned a corner (36:00) and what to make of Stafford and the Lions (43:00)

Quarterback Concerns : 10/14/19

Is Kyle Allen the answer in Carolina? Bill chats with Will Brinson of CBS Sports about the Panthers' surge the last 4 games (5:00). And they also get into the 49ers moving to 5-0 and what to make of Jimmy G (24:48). Plus, how worried should the Chiefs be with Mahomes' injury (34:40) and what's going on with the Cowboys (51:20)

First Overall Picks Continue To Struggle: 10/10/19

What's going on with Baker Mayfield and Jared Goff? Bill Barnwell chats with Doug Farrar of the USA Today as they discuss the two former first overall picks and what exactly is going wrong for them.

Roles Reversed : 9/30/19

How quickly things have changed in the NFL. And Bill Barnwell chats with Rams reporter Lindsey Thiry about their tough loss. Plus, Jake Trotter on Cleveland's big win