

Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast
CBS Sports, Football, NFL
Pushing the Pile moves the NFL conversation across the line, led by former All-Pro offensive lineman Kyle Long, 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 6, 2020 • 1h 28min
A Superfriends farewell to Sean Wagner-McGough for his last podcast (Football 7/6)
Will the Superfriends ever be the same? Sean Wagner-McGough makes an announcement that you probably have heard or seen by now, that he's leaving sports media for...law school. Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech say goodbye to Sean, remembering his finest moments and not-so-finest moments. Sean looks back on his time with CBS Sports and on the podcast, while answering questions from our loyal listeners. Enjoy this trip down memory lane and final podcast farewell to a Superfriend...Well, until Jay Cutler comes out of retirement or Brand New releases an album!Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @seanjwagner, @johnbreechVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZUfHFsuQcW7BkTHnXJtqw?view_as=subscriberCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 4, 2020 • 45min
Top 10 Kickers and Top 10 Punters in the NFL entering the 2020 season (Football 7/4)
It's the podcast you've been waiting for! What better way to celebrate a holiday than listening to John Breech break down kickers and punters. That's what he does on this episode with host Will Brinson. The guys discuss Breech's top 10 list for each position. Will Josh Lambo get the credit he deserves? Can you name a punter that's not on your favorite team? Strap in for the special teams analysis you never knew you needed.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @johnbreechCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2020 • 36min
Top 10 Tight End Rankings: George Kittle or Travis Kelce the best in the game? (Football 7/3)
To rank the Top 10 tight ends in the NFL, Will Brinson welcomes Cody Benjamin to discuss his recent list on CBSSports.com. Austin Hooper switched teams this offseason, but will he have the same success in Cleveland with Baker Mayfield as he did in Atlanta with Matt Ryan? Rob Gronkowski is back in the league and back with Tom Brady, but can he remain one of the game's elites? Is the position dominated by a 'Big 3' or a 'Big 2'. Basically, does Zach Ertz belong in the conversation with George Kittle and Travis Kelce? All that and more on this episode of the Pick Six podcast.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @CodyJBenjaminCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2020 • 51min
Top 10 Wide Receiver Rankings: Julio Jones or Michael Thomas for top spot? (Football 7/2)
With so many great wide receivers in the NFL, Jared Dubin was tasked with creating a list of his Top 10 and discusses that group on today's episode with host Will Brinson. At #10 is a player that has probably been the top guy at some point in his career and could easily be up top again after this season. Which Buc ranks higher: Chris Godwin or Mike Evans? Dubin's a Cowboys fan, so where does he have Amari Cooper? The top 5 are pretty set, it's the order that's up for debate. Find out who cracks the list!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @JADubin5Check out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 1, 2020 • 53min
Top 10 Running Back Rankings: Zeke or Saquon? Does Todd Gurley still belong? (Football 7/1)
Offensive Rankings Week continues with a look at the best running backs in the NFL. Patrik Walker joins host Will Brinson to explain and defend his Top 10. Alvin Kamara is not one of those Top 10...How can that be? Where do former top picks like Leonard Fournette and Todd Gurley land? Remember, it's important to look at past production but also weigh in expected 2020 performances. Who's the best back from the state of Ohio: Nick Chubb or Joe Mixon? Who's the best back in the NFC East: Saquon Barkley or Ezekiel Elliott? All those answers plus a not-so-surprising pick at #1.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @VoiceOfTheStarCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 30, 2020 • 52min
Top 10 Quarterbacks in the NFL: Russ or Lamar at No. 2? Which future Hall of Famer doesn't make the cut? (Football 6/30)
Rankings Week continues with an eye on the biggest focal point position in all of sports. Sean Wagner-McGough joins host Will Brinson to break down his list of the Top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL entering the 2020 season. A snub may surprise you, or may not, if you've listened to Sean before. Spoiler: Tom Brady makes the list, but maybe not where you'd anticipate. Could a newcomer like Kyler Murray crack the list? Dak Prescott or Deshaun Watson? Lamar Jackson or Russell Wilson? Sean settles the debates, or simply sparks them back up, on this episode!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @seanjwagnerCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2020 • 38min
Why Cam Newton makes sense with the Pats plus Top 10 Offensive Lineman Rankings (OT, Interior) (Football 6/29)
Cam Newton is set to become a New England Patriot, so who better to bring on than Sully from Boston, Tyler Sullivan. Sully joins host Will Brinson to discuss Cam's arrival and fit with the Pats (1:00). Is there any pressure to replace Tom Brady or is that still reserved for Jarrett Stidham? Tyler also helps kick off offensive rankings week by breaking down the most exciting position groups, the offensive line. We hear his Top 10 tackles in the league (18:30) as well as his Top 10 interior OL (26:30). Taylor Lewan didn't approve of the lists. Does Will? Do you?'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @TylerSullyCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2020 • 1h 17min
Changes for Hall of Fame Game, Dak's contract, Jamal Adams trade market plus Mailbag Monday 📬 (Football 6/29)
The Pick Six Superfriends unite for discussion on trending topics around the league and to answer listener questions in a 'Monday Mailbag'. Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough react to the Hall of Fame Game getting cancelled for 2020 and what it means for the league (6:40). They also analyze the latest with Dak Prescott signing his franchise tender (14:30) plus Jamal Adams' trade request (28:15). That's followed by mailbag questions left as part of 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts (37:00). What's the best team for a new football fan to root for? How can you get better at kicking? That's just a sampling of what Will, Ryan, John and Sean get into on this episode.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @seanjwagner, @johnbreechVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZUfHFsuQcW7BkTHnXJtqw?view_as=subscriberCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2020 • 36min
🚨 Cam Newton to join the Patriots on 1-year deal - Emergency Podcast (Football 6/28)
Cam Newton will be a New England Patriot, ending months of speculation of where the former MVP would land. Now, Newton is linked up with Bill Belichick, but is he guaranteed to be the Pats starter? Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough offer their immediate reactions to the somewhat surprising signing. Health has been a concern in the past, so how will that play a factor with his role on the team? The Pick Six Superfriends break down everything from Cam's health to New England's chances to win the division to fantasy values. Join the crew for one of their patented emergency podcasts!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @JohnBreech, @seanjwagnerCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 27, 2020 • 20min
All 32 - Las Vegas Raiders: Embracing a new town and plenty of new faces with Vic Tafur (Football 6/27)
Well, we made it. The last installment of 'All 32'. And we didn't skip any teams! The Raiders are headed to a new city, will they bring new fortune with them? Vic Tafur of The Athletic joins John Breech to analyze Las Vegas. Vic first chats about the move and mood of the fanbase (2:15), before discussing the Tom Brady sweepstakes (5:00) and addition of Marcus Mariota as Derek Carr's backup (7:45). The Raiders made a ton of moves in free agency and the draft so we give focus to Henry Ruggs (8:45), Cory Littleton (10:30) and more. What's the ceiling and floor for this team (15:45)? Listen to the finale of 'All 32' to find out!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @johnbreech, @VicTafurSubscribe to our Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ZUfHFsuQcW7BkTHnXJtqwCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/758548147935545/For more NFL coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices