The Ringer's Philly Special

In this lively discussion, Anthony Dabbundo, a Phillies-focused commentator, breaks down the team's recent success and playoff aspirations. They celebrate the sweep of the Dodgers and reflect on the emotional clinch at Citizens Bank Park. Anthony shares a 'gratitude draft' highlighting impactful player additions and the emergence of Chris Sanchez. The duo also tackles clubhouse dynamics, spotlighting Kyle Schwarber's powerful leadership and Ranger Suárez's crafty pitching. Tune in for insights on the Phillies' postseason outlook!

Zach Berman, a National NFL reporter for The Athletic, joins to dive into the Eagles' upcoming clash with the Rams. The duo tackles concerns about the Eagles’ offense and the controversial ‘tush push’ play, speculating on potential rule changes. They discuss how a 3-0 record could shift narratives and analyze Jalen Carter's impact. The conversation shifts to lively listener questions and quirky anecdotes from Zach’s travels, making for an entertaining mix of football insights and light-hearted banter.

Shawn Syed, an analyst at SumerSports, joins Sheil Kapadia to dissect the Eagles' performance against the Chiefs. They delve into the problems plaguing the passing game early in the season, emphasizing the need for more variety in play-calling. The duo discusses the strategic use of tight end sets and Vic Fangio's aggressive blitzing approach. They also touch on Landon Dickerson's injury status and how these elements could influence the upcoming matchup with the Rams.

Brandon Lee Gowton, a writer for Bleeding Green Nation, dives into the Eagles' nail-biting win over the Chiefs. He and host Sheil Kapadia dissect Jalen Hurts' struggle and the spat with Chris Jones, questioning whether the offense needs a deeper playbook approach. They highlight concerns about the team's explosive plays and coaching responsibilities while celebrating standout defensive performances. The conversation takes a lighthearted turn with a funny story about an Uncrustables heist, blending football insights with humor.

Zach Berman, The Athletic's dedicated Eagles reporter, joins to dive into the upcoming Super Bowl LIX rematch against the Chiefs. He discusses the pivotal injury status of Dallas Goedert and the impact of new acquisitions like Tank Bigsby and Za'Darius Smith. Jalen Carter's recent behavior is also a hot topic, raising questions about his future. The mailbag returns with intriguing listener questions, and predictions for the game leave fans buzzing about what narratives might emerge from a potential victory or loss.

Shawn Syed, a kickoff expert and football analyst at SumerSports, joins to discuss the Eagles' recent acquisition of Tank Bigsby and its implications, especially for injured player Will Shipley. They dive into the tactical showdown between the Eagles' defense and the Chiefs' offense, highlighting potential weaknesses and strategies. The conversation also touches on the pressures facing Nick Sirianni and Kevin Patullo, alongside a lighthearted analysis of social media's unexpected quirks in the football world.

Shawn Syed, an Analyst at SumerSports, joins to break down the Eagles' season opener. He discusses Jalen Hurts' exceptional decision-making and scrambling skills that led to their victory. The conversation digs into why AJ Brown wasn't targeted as often and how the Cowboys' defense affected his play. They also evaluate the impact of new signing Za'Darius Smith on the defensive line and assess rookies Jihaad Campbell and Drew Mukuba's performances in their first NFL game. Insightful analysis meets engaging banter throughout!

Brandon Lee Gowton, a writer for Bleeding Green Nation, joins to dissect the Eagles' dramatic 24-20 win over the Cowboys. The duo dives into the bizarre Jalen Carter ejection incident and its impact. They analyze offensive strengths and lingering concerns, especially about the second cornerback position. They also reflect on Jordan Davis's standout plays amidst game day chaos. Plus, get a taste of camaraderie with amusing tailgate stories and the excitement of upcoming games as fall ushers in a fresh football season.

Game week is finally here, and the Eagles are set to take flight Thursday and unveil their Super Bowl championship banner in front of the division rival Cowboys. Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to preview their matchup. How will this Cowboys offense fare against the Eagles defense with Dak Prescott returning and former Steelers receiver George Pickens now paired with CeeDee Lamb (04:11)? Will the Cowboys offense be keeping Vic Fangio up at night (15:56)? Which matchups should each side of the ball keep an eye on (21:48)? How will the Micah Parsons–less Cowboys defense fare against the Eagles offense (29:07)? How will the Eagles look to attack the Cowboys defense (43:37)? The guys give their predictions to close out the pod. 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

We are just three days away from the reigning Super Bowl champion Eagles set to kick the season off against their division rival, the Cowboys. Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic for another edition of the Kapadia 10! The guys rank the most likely to least likely: an Eagles player winning DPOY, an Eagles player winning DROY, and three Eagles defensive players receiving All-Pro honors (04:39). Will we see the Eagles pass the ball more this season (11:56)? Where will Jalen Hurts rank on Mike Sando’s QB tier after the 2025 season (21:30)? Which three players would Howie Roseman choose to protect from getting hit with injuries (36:07)? Sheil and Zach rank cornerbacks from most snaps to least snaps (58:53). Plus, season predictions and a grocery-store predicament! 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