

Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast
CBS Sports, Football, NFL
Pushing the Pile moves the NFL conversation across the line, led by football analyst Mike Renner and writer/thinker JP Acosta. Together, the two bring a mix of analytics expertise and sharp cultural insight across 4 episodes a week. It’s like hanging with your buddies and talking ball… 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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Jun 15, 2021 • 38min
Minicamp Updates: Stephon Gilmore missing for the Pats, Danielle Hunter agrees to restructured deal, Trevor Lawrence limited due to hamstring (Football 6/15)
Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech break down Monday minicamp news including Danielle Hunter's reworked deal with the Vikings (6:40), Stephon Gilmore skipping out of Patriots practice (11:45), Cam Newton taking 1st-team reps with New England (15:45), Trevor Lawrence dealing with an injury (22:45) and Le'Veon Bell's unhappiness with Andy Reid (28:15). The guys analyze what the Hunter news may mean for another minicamp holdout, Chandler Jones. They also dissect what's going on with the Patriots including if there should be concern over Gilmore's absence. Any worries in Jacksonville over Lawrence? And Bell seems to be the only player ever to have negative feelings towards Reid. The Pick Six Superfriends discuss what could be next for the former All Pro.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 14, 2021 • 57min
📬 Mailbag: Creating a Superteam from only 1 division, Redrafting RBs and the meaning of the word "humblebrag" (Football 6/14)
It's a Mailbag Monday for the Pick Six Superfriends. Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech answer questions left by listeners as 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts. The guys create a Superteam using players from only one division, redraft RBs in the NFL and reshuffle divisions. They also answer why Pep Hamilton doesn't get more love and their favorite head coaches ever. Also, does Brinson understand the meaning of the word "humblebrag?"'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 11, 2021 • 30min
Who's missing from minicamp? Analyzing the future for Aaron Rodgers, Danielle Hunter and Chandler Jones (Football 6/11)
We missed out on minicamps last year, so this year they are certainly a welcome sight for those that cover the league. We're not sure how the players feel, but we embrace these moments. On this episode, Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech break down the most notable news from the week, mostly focusing on players who actually aren't present with their respective teams. Of course, Aaron Rodgers leads the pack, as the Superfriends analyze reports we've heard about Jordan Love and what this very much expected absence means (2:15). They also discuss Danielle Hunter skipping out on camp for the Vikings (18:45) and Chandler Jones being a no show for the Cardinals (26:30). 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 10, 2021 • 43min
Remaining Offseason Priorities: Raiders should keep the phone lines open while Jaguars should find a real tight end (Football 6/10)
Teams have been making moves since the season ended and while most situations look set, priorities remain for each organization. On this episode, Will Brinson is joined by Tyler Sullivan to break down some of those priorities. The Raiders basically need to keep their options open and be ready to attract stars that might become available to Vegas. The Patriots made their presence known in free agency and selected a quarterback in the first round of the draft. Now, they just have to get Mac Jones ready for action. Sure, the Jaguars added Tim Tebow to much fanfare, but how about targeting someone who has actually played the tight end position? Brinson and Sully also discuss quarterback priorities for the Saints, Ravens and Bills. For New Orleans, it's all about figuring out a starter. For Baltimore and Buffalo it's about solidifying extensions for their franchise guys. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 9, 2021 • 36min
Aaron Rodgers officially skipping Packers minicamp, what's next for the reigning NFL MVP? (Football 6/9)
The reigning NFL MVP is officially a no-show for Packers mandatory minicamp. We saw this absence coming but it's still notable in the summer of Rodgers drama. On this episode, Jason La Canfora joins Will Brinson to focus on what happens next in Green Bay. JLC believes Aaron Rodgers is the one that holds all the power in the situation. With that being said, if the Packers get to a point where they are ready to trade Rodgers, it should be pretty simple with multiple suitors. We also dive a bit into the Falcons as La Canfora is adamant the team shouldn't have stopped at dealing Julio Jones and insists Matt Ryan should be made available as well. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 8, 2021 • 54min
Most Improved Teams of 2021 NFL Offseason: Our 3 favorites! (Football 6/8)
The offseason is all about getting better. Some teams have achieved that, some teams are about the same and some have become clearly worse. This episode is dedicated to the most improved teams as Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech examine the entire league to land on their top choices. Wilson prefers what the Browns have done, boosting their defense through both free agency and the draft. Breech is a fan of what the Patriots were able to do, making an uncharacteristic splash in free agency. Brinson went on a 1-year hiatus with the Chargers, but now he's back and it's mostly about protecting Justin Herbert. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 7, 2021 • 1h 7min
📬 Mailbag: Picking apart Prisco's Top 100, Stealing rules from other sports, Favorite alternate jerseys (Football 6/7)
Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech answer YOUR mailbag questions which were left attached to 5-star reviews on Apple Podcasts. The guys continue to discuss Pete Prisco's Top 100 list. Last week we guessed who he might leave off, this week we focus on his worst rankings. What sport would the SuperFriends cover if they weren't covering the NFL? We all have a few issues with certain rules/concepts across the league, so a listener encouraged us to steal a few from other sports that could make sense. And at this point there are countless alternate jerseys, but which ones are our favorites?'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 6, 2021 • 30min
🚨 Falcons trading Julio Jones to Titans - Emergency Podcast (Football 6/6)
Julio Jones will soon be a Tennessee Titan. After a decade in Atlanta, the Falcons are trading their former 1st-round pick and perennial All-Pro WR. Will Brinson and Ryan Wilson gather on a Sunday afternoon to discuss all angles of the deal.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 4, 2021 • 23min
Ranking the NFL's 2021 Triplets: Best and Worst QB-RB-WR/TE combos (Football 6/4)
Will Brinson is joined by Jared Dubin to discuss the official CBS Sports '2021 NFL Triplets Rankings'. This is where we slot all 32 teams based on the strength (or weakness) of their QB-RB-WR/TE combos. You can read more about #32-#17 hereand about #16-#1 here. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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 2, 2021 • 41min
Top 100 NFL Players of 2021: Breaking down Pete Prisco's full list (Football 6/2)
It's an annual tradition unlike most others. Pete Prisco grinds for weeks to come up with a comprehensive and thought-out list of the Top 100 players in the NFL. CBSSports.com releases the list. And then the internet tears it apart. But could this year be different? Prisco joins host Will Brinson to discuss all elements of the Top 100 including omissions, which Browns fans would say are led by the absence of Baker Mayfield. We cover how Pete determines positional value, how to weigh injuries, the track record of veterans and status of unproven young players. We'll give away just 1 more secret: Patrick Mahomes remains #1 on the list. Listen to find out the rest!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. You can listen to Pick Six on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Pick Six NFL podcast."Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS, @johnbreech, @E_DeBerardinisVisit the Pick Six YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/picksixCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enRead the Pick Six newsletter here: https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/picksix/Join 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


