The Ringer's Philly Special

The Phillies fell to the Dodgers 4-3 after almost pulling off a rally in the ninth inning. Sheil and Anthony Dabbundo discuss what happened throughout the game and whether the Phillies can miraculously make a comeback from 0-2 in the series. Why did the lineup approach Blake Snell the way it did? Did Rob Thomson make the right decision in letting Bryson Stott bunt in the ninth inning? Why is Aaron Nola starting over Ranger Suárez in Game 3 of the NLDS? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles fell to the Broncos 21-17 on Sunday for their first loss of the season. Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation break down the biggest plays and what’s next for the Eagles. What were Sheil's and BLG’s biggest takeaways from the game (2:30)? Why did the Eagles abandon the run during this game (13:47)? It appears that A.J. Brown slowed down on a route that could’ve been a touchdown for the Eagles but instead ended up being an incompletion (22:55). Did the officials play a part in the loss for the Eagles (32:34)? How beaten up is the offensive line (43:06)? How did the defense perform (48:35)? Plus, leftovers and a quick look ahead to the Giants game on Thursday. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies' heart-wrenching Game 1 loss to the Dodgers is unpacked, highlighting missed opportunities and a critical pitching error. They speculate on whether Matt Strahm was tipping pitches, leading to a game-changing home run. The impact of Harrison Bader's injury raises concerns for the outfield. Anticipation builds for Game 2 with a new starter, Jesus Luzardo, while the hosts analyze late-game strategy and the effectiveness of bullpen choices. Fans get an inside look at the atmosphere, with unforgettable moments and debates over player decisions.

Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to preview the Phillies' NL Division Series game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. How will the Dodgers rotation fare against the Phillies lineup and vice versa? Who should be the Phillies' starter in Game 2, Ranger Suárez or Jesús Luzardo? If the Phillies win or lose the series, what will be the main reasons why? Plus, playoff predictions! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' upcoming matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. The guys open the pod by discussing the latest with the A.J. Brown tweet fallout following Sunday’s victory against the Buccaneers and how frustrated he must be with the offense (3:07). Dallas Goedert didn't practice on Wednesday. What is his progress toward playing on Sunday? Plus, Nakobe Dean is back at practice. When could he be activated and return to play (24:59)? Zach explains why Vic Fangio got snippy with him in his presser (27:15). How does the offense as a whole feel about the way the season has started (33:45)? If the Eagles win, what will be the reason why (35:55)? If the Eagles lose, what will we be talking about (39:03)? Plus, another great mailbag segment (43:34) and predictions (1:29:45)! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports are back with the Eagles film review of their victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The guys start with the offensive side of the ball. Why hasn't that side of the ball clicked for the Eagles yet (03:52)? Why has Saquon and the run game struggled so much in the early portion of the season (15:17)? How frustrated is AJ Brown with how the passing game looks (29:10)? Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper Dejean continue to standout on the field and both have bright futures (50:58). Is there a possibility that Kelee Ringo could replace Adoree’ Jackson as a starter (1:04:04)? Shawn gives his assessment on Special Teams in 90 seconds (1:12:21). Plus, a quick preview of the Eagles matchup against the Broncos. Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-25 on Sunday and are now 4-0 heading into October. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss another bizarre victory. What were the biggest takeaways from the game (3:01)? How crucial was the defense in this game (6:32)? This game was another tale of two halves. Why was the offense so good in the first half but struggled in the second half (13:03)? What was the turning point of the game, according to BLG (25:18)? Why was the second half such a disaster after such a great first half (27:59)? The guys react to AJ Brown’s cryptic tweet following another lackluster performance (31:22). Why has Saquon and the run game been relatively unsuccessful thus far this season (39:55)? What and who stood out on the defensive side of the ball (46:59)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' upcoming matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. There are some notable players on the Eagles who are battling injuries, including Nolan Smith, who was just placed on injured reserve. What will the Eagles' approach be to filling the void in the already ineffective pass rush (04:28)? Chauncey Gardner-Johnson was cut by the Houston Texans earlier this week. Is there a possibility for him to be reunited with the Eagles (18:50)? What is the state of the offense following the Eagles' come-from-behind victory against the Los Angeles Rams? Should the Eagles listen to A.J. Brown and give the ball to the "killers" (22:41)? Lane Johnson left the Rams game early with a neck stinger that possibly happened on one of the "tush push" plays (27:24). Plus, the Sixers have unveiled their Iverson-era throwbacks, and Zach has a lot of optimism about the team this upcoming season (31:00). If the Eagles win, what will be the reason why (36:19)? If the Eagles lose, what will be the discussion (40:37)? We then get to the mailbag and the use of hotel body wash and shampoo (45:43). Plus, predictions (1:35:37)! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film of the Eagles' miraculous win against the Rams and what changed in the second half. Why was the offense so bad in the first half (4:47)? What were the adjustments that were made in the second half (10:04)? Sheil and Shawn assess Jalen Hurts’s performance in the second half (19:54). What’s the level of concern with the lack of explosive run plays (28:09)? Why did the Eagles struggle defending the run (35:56)? What’s going on with kickoffs and why can't the Eagles return them properly (51:46)? How does Todd Bowles make life difficult for Jalen Hurts (1:08:41)? What should the Eagles defense expect from the Buccaneers offense (1:14:29)? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram: @ringersphillyspecial Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brandon Lee Gowton, a contributor at Bleeding Green Nation and seasoned Eagles analyst, joins to dissect a thrilling Eagles victory. They delve into the pivotal moments that let the Eagles erase a 19-point deficit, including a game-changing field goal block by Jordan Davis. The conversation highlights Jalen Hurts’ transformation into a more vocal leader and the offense's revival. Additionally, they explore the defense's performance and tackle the criticisms surrounding the controversial 'tush push' play. A lively analysis for any Eagles fan!