The Ryen Russillo Podcast

Russillo shares stats and story lines behind each team in the NFL wild-card playoff round before making picks for every game (0:53). Then Ryen is joined by actor Josh Duhamel to discuss (disagree) on the Vikings' playoff hopes, Dak Prescott's strange season, Josh's new film, 'Shotgun Wedding' with Jennifer Lopez, Ryen's cameo in 'Buddy Games 2,' and more (22:26). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (47:40).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Josh DuhamelProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's NBA Tales From the Couch! Ryen hits on Hornets-Raptors, Thunder-Heat, Cavaliers-Jazz, Suns-Warriors, and Trail Blazers–Magic (0:40). Then Ryen is joined by The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor to discuss which (healthy) NBA roster gives them the best shot at a title, LaMelo Ball's development, whether Evan Mobley can be a no. 1 player on a team, adjusting Scottie Barnes's ceiling, Jalen Green, best fits for Victor Wembanyama in 2023-24, and more (22:53). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:06:39).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Kevin O'ConnorProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on Georgia's blowout win over TCU in the College Football Playoff National Championship and the SEC's continued dominance over the sport (0:30). Then Ryen is joined by Trent Dilfer to discuss the mismatch between TCU and Georgia, Stetson Bennett IV and Max Duggan as NFL prospects, next year's college season, and more (7:47).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Trent DilferProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his five biggest takeaways from the NFL regular-season finale, including the Bears receiving the no. 1 draft pick for the first time since 1947, Dak Prescott's continued inconsistency, 2023-24 Detroit Lions optimism, and more (0:40). Then Ryen is joined by two-time Super Bowl champion Damien Woody to discuss the surprising list of NFC playoff QBs, the Lions' feel-good win over the Packers, Aaron Rodgers's strange departure from Lambeau Field after the loss, Daniel Jones's impact on the Giants, why the Bengals are Damien's favorite AFC contender, what to make of the Chargers, and more (11:24). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (36:48).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Damein WoodyProducer: Kyle CrichtonSUGGESTED ART: NFC Playoff QBs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the Nuggets’ blowout win over the Clippers, no West teams having a winning record on the road, Mavericks-Celtics, and three promising young NBA players who are not developing as expected (0:47). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN’s Jeff Van Gundy to discuss the NBA scoring deluge, Luka Doncic's ability to dissect any defense thrown at him, what constitutes a "winning player," the Nets' resurgence, fans' and media's criticism of coaches, and more (17:16). Finally Ryen and Kyle give out their favorite bets for NFL Week 18 (1:11:53), before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:15:08).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Jeff Van GundyProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his Tales From the Couch, where he covers the Celtics' blowout loss to the Thunder, Kings-Jazz, the first-place Nuggets, and Donovan Mitchell's 71-point game (0:37). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Domonique Foxworth to discuss Damar Hamlin's collapse during the Bills-Bengals game, what it's like to be a teammate of a player who suffers a life-threatening injury, wrestling with how to talk about tragedy, big-picture questions surrounding the NFLPA, player safety, and more (20:55). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (55:22).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Domonique FoxworthProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his five biggest takeaways from NFL Week 17 (0:49) before recapping the College Football Playoff semifinals (11:35). Then Ryen talks with University of Alabama at Birmingham head coach Trent Dilfer about Ohio State's hard-fought loss to Georgia, how TCU pulled off its win over Michigan, a CFB national title preview, and more (28:41). Next, Ryen is joined by NFL Network's Mike Giardi to discuss Jarrett Stidham's impressive performance in the Raiders' overtime loss to the 49ers, the Patriots keeping their season alive after beating the Dolphins, and how the Patriots will move forward next year with so many questions surrounding the offense (1:03:27). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (1:28:48).Host: Ryen RussilloGuests: Mike Giardi and Trent DilferProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on why Michigan has the most pressure of any of the four teams in the College Football Playoff (0:30). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Nick Friedell to discuss the real reasons behind the Nets' win streak, Kevin Durant's MVP-caliber play, how long the Nets need to see continued success before they can be considered a title contender, the prospect of Kyrie Irving returning to the team on a new deal next season, and more (11:37). Finally Ryen and Kyle give out their favorite bets for NFL Week 17 (45:59), before answering some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (49:58).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Nick FreidellProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on Luka Doncic’s historic triple-double in last night’s Mavericks win over the Knicks (0:44), and the Nets’ win streak (13:38). Then Ryen is joined by NFL Network’s Sara Walsh to discuss the Buccaneers’ disappointing season while still in contention to win the NFC South, Tom Brady’s prospects for playing another NFL season, and much more (22:41). Finally, Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (53:11).Host: Ryen RussilloGuest: Sara WalshProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his thoughts on the rumors that Trae Young could be the next NBA star to request a trade (0:34), before running through the NBA Christmas Day games in Tales From the Couch (14:51). Finally Ryen answers some listener-submitted Life Advice questions (38:39).Host: Ryen RussilloProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices