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Sheil Kapadia has got you covered with all things Eagles with weekly previews and instant reactions to every Eagles game. Also tune in for the Sixers, Phillies and all of your other favorite teams in town, with unique conversations from Chris Ryan, Raheem Palmer, Anthony Dabbundo, Ace Producer Cliff and other local personalities.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 28min
Brian Dawkins On the Current Eagles and Favorite Hits of His Career
Eagles legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins joins Cliff on behalf of Boehringer & Lilly’s It Takes 2 health initiative and discussed his outstanding career. B-Dawk also discussed the similarities between the 2024 Eagles and his 2004 Eagles, who reached the Super Bowl. Plus, he ranks the top three hits he’s ever made.Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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: Cliff AugustinProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 7min
Eagles Film Review: Is the Passing Game Fixed? And More Fangio Magic!
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film and are here to break down how the Eagles improved the passing game on Sunday following a week of drama leading up to the matchup against the Steelers. What was different about Jalen Hurts and the passing game (03:33)? Vic Fangio put on yet another master class on the defensive side of the ball (27:11). How will this matchup against the Commanders be different than the first meeting earlier this season (50:26)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 16, 2024 • 56min
A Perfect Sunday for the Eagles? Jalen Hurts, Birds Respond for 10th Straight Win!
The Eagles defeated the Steelers 27-13 in the Battle of Pennsylvania for their 10th straight victory. There were a ton of discussions during the week about Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown’s relationship that were completely dispelled by their performances Sunday. Hurts found Brown eight times for 110 yards and a touchdown. Sheil breaks down Hurts’s performance and the defense being outstanding yet again. Plus, the Lions fell to the Bills. Is the 1-seed in the NFC still in play for the Birds?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 KapadiaProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 45min
Eagles Drama, Steelers Matchup, and Weekly Mailbag With EJ Smith!
Sheil and EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer get you ready for the “Battle of Pennsylvania” as the Eagles are set to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. There was a lot of drama leading up to the game following A.J. Brown’s comments after last Sunday’s victory over the Panthers. EJ takes us into the locker room and gives us his view on the Jalen Hurts–A.J. Brown dynamic (03:43). How big of a concern are Jake Elliott’s missed field goals? Can he be trusted in big spots (31:25)? Plus, a Nick Sirianni temperature check (36:40). How do the Eagles match up to the Steelers (50:58)? If the Eagles win or lose this game, what will the headlines be (55:54)? Plus, a very long and interesting email segment (1:01:34).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 EJ SmithProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 15min
Eagles Film Review: Jalen Hurts? Kellen Moore? A Deep Dive on the Passing Game Issues.
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports discuss the 11-2 Eagles' struggling passing game, and the dynamic between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown following the wide receiver's postgame comments. The guys do a deep dive on the passing game and Brandon Graham’s comments on WIP. Did Hurts turn down too many throws (2:17)? Why was Brown so frustrated (23:53)? What stood out on the defensive side of the ball (1:01:55)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.com 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 20min
Eagles Win! Is Anyone Happy? Takeaways With BLG!
The Eagles defeated the Carolina Panthers 22-16 on Sunday, extending their win streak to nine. But is there cause for concern due to the game being so close and the Panthers being an inferior opponent? Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation break down all of the biggest plays and what lies ahead for the Birds. What were the biggest takeaways from the game (4:03)? Why did Jalen Hurts and the passing game struggle so much (8:03)? AJ Brown expressed frustration with the passing game (25:20). How well did the Eagles defense perform? Should Zack Baun get All-Pro consideration (39:22)? Nick Sirianni temperature check. Do the Eagles have a Jake Elliott problem (48:28)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 (@sheilkapadia)Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton (BrandonGowton)Producer: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff)Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 25min
How Lions Win Impacts Eagles, Panthers Preview, And Weekly Mailbag with EJ Smith!
Sheil and EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer start off the pod by discussing the Lions defeating the Packers on Thursday night, and how that impacts the Eagles chance to get the top seed in the NFC (3:06). What’s the latest on the injuries to Dallas Goedert, Darius Slay and Devonta Smith (17:53)? What will the headlines be if the eagles win or lose (26:50)? Plus, a long e-mail segment (39:44)!Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 @sheilkapadia and EJ Smith (@EJSmith94)Producer: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff) Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 20min
Eagles Film Review: Fangio Cooks, and Jalen Carter Dominates in Another Birds Victory
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film from the Eagles' victory over the Ravens, and discuss how the defense dominated the Ravens offense. What scheme did Vic Fangio cook up to stifle Lamar Jackson and company (3:21)? Jalen Carter was held numerous times and still dominated up front (28:17). Even though the run game still ended up being effective, is there cause for concern with the offense (52:54)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 2, 2024 • 1h 19min
Eagles Stamp Their Status as Super Bowl Contenders With Win Over the Ravens
The Eagles defeated the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday for their eighth straight victory! Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation discuss their biggest takeaways from the game and whether the Eagles can run the table for the rest of the season. The defense has anchored the team the entire season, and it stood against its toughest test at quarterback so far (2:51). What did the Eagles do offensively that worked and what areas still need improvement (29:46)? The Eagles are still behind the Lions in the NFC for the best record, but can they get that top spot with an easy schedule ahead and a tough one for the Lions (1:00:59)? Plus, more leftovers and Cliff’s Flyers update!Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 KapadiaGuest: Brandon Lee GowtonProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 29, 2024 • 1h 22min
Eagles-Ravens, Replacing Brandon Graham, And Weekly Mailbag with EJ Smith!
Sheil and EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer start off the pod with a hot take that Thanksgiving is overrated. What’s the latest on the injuries to Devonta Smith and Darius Slay (03:41)? How will the Eagles try to replace Brandon Graham, who was having an excellent season (6:44)? What’s at stake for the Eagles as far as first place goes in the NFC (23:38). What will the headlines be if the Eagles win or lose (36:35)? Plus, more hilarious e-mails and predictions!Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 (@sheilkapadia) and EJ Smith (EJSmith94)Producer: Cliff Augustin (@daboulcliff)Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices