

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 4, 2020 • 21min
All 32 - New England Patriots: Moving on from Tom Brady, could Bill Belichick be tanking? with Ben Volin (Football 6/4)
The Patriots are a frequent point of discussion on normal days for the Pick Six podcast, but on this episode we go even more in-depth with Ben Volin of The Boston Globe. Ben and host Will Brinson touch on the departure of Tom Brady (2:00) and the lack of quarterback additions (6:00), plus...is Bill Belichick capable of tanking (8:15)? The guys then focus on the tight end position (11:00) and analyze if the defense can be as good as last year (13:15) Finally, after years and years of absolute dominance in the division, conference and NFL, what are the expectations for what promises to be a very different 2020 (15:45)? Check out the latest edition of our 'All 32' series on the Pats to find out!'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @JPFinlayNBCSCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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 3, 2020 • 22min
All 32 - Buffalo Bills: Josh Allen's progression, defensive improvements continue with Matthew Fairburn (Football 6/3)
32 teams, 32 podcasts, 1 guest per team. That's the plan for the podcast in June and on this episode we explore the Buffalo Bills with Matthew Fairburn who is a beat writer for The Athletic. Will Brinson asks if the 2020 Bills could resemble the 2019 Browns, but Matthew tosses in another comparison (1:15). You can't talk about Buffalo and their chances as a contender without zeroing in on 3rd-year quarterback Josh Allen and that's exactly what the guys cover for a large portion of the podcast (5:30). They also examine an already good yet still improving defense (13:00), as well as how fans should set their expectations for the team in 2020 (14:45).Check out Matthew's podcast with The Athletic, 'The Buffalo Beat: A show about the Buffalo Bills''Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @MatthewFairburnCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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 3, 2020 • 22min
All 32 - New York Giants: Daniel Jones development and learning more about Joe Judge with Matt Lombardo (Football 6/3)
Throughout the year, we make the promise to cover all 32 NFL teams and that's especially true this June, as we are whipping around the league and connecting with a guest to discuss each team. This episode features Matt Lombardo of NJ Advance Media to talk about the New York Giants. Matt joins host Will Brinson to analyze Daniel Jones' development (1:00), explain who Joe Judge really is (8:15) and anticipate possible position battles (11:15), before setting 2020 expectations (16:45).'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @MattLombardoNFLCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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, 2020 • 21min
All 32 - Miami Dolphins: Tua's chances of seeing the field in 2020 and a newfound secondary strength with Adam Beasley (Football 6/2)
Throughout June, the Pick Six podcast will be featuring conversations with guests who cover all 32 teams (in 20 minutes or fewer!). Our 2nd version of 'All 32' focuses on the Miami Dolphins with Miami Herald reporter Adam Beasley. Beasley and host Will Brinson discuss the plan at quarterback (1:30), with a QB room that now includes Ryan Fitzpatrick, Josh Rosen and Tua Tagovailoa. The guys also discuss possible position battles (11:30) and what a successful 2020 season for the Dolphins would entail (18:00). Keep it locked to the feed for conversations about your favorite team coming soon!Check out Adam on the Miami Herald's 'Dolphins in Depth' podcast. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @AdamHBeasleyCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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, 2020 • 21min
All 32 - Dallas Cowboys: Dak Prescott's deal dilemma, replacing locker room leadership with Jane Slater (Football 6/2)
There are 32 teams in the NFL and we're going to cover each and every one throughout the month of June in separate, mini podcasts (20 minutes or fewer!). To kick off our 'All 32' series, we welcome Jane Slater from the NFL Network to discuss the Dallas Cowboys. Obviously, Dak Prescott's deal or lack thereof is the most pressing question surrounding the team, so there's a heavy focus on that. But there's more. How is Mike McCarthy's first 'virtual' offseason going? Also, should there be leadership concerns following offseason departures? Jane outlines 2020 expectations for the 'Boys in this inaugural edition of 'All 32'.Check out Jane's Cowboys podcast: 'The Boys & Girl Podcast''Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @SlaterNFLCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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 1, 2020 • 1h 3min
Franchise Five: Most Interesting NFC Teams (Football 6/1)
It's Mount Rushmore, with a twist. Over the next two weeks, CBSSports.com is unveiling 'Franchise Fives', highlighting the top members in the history of each NFL team. This week, it's a focus on the NFC. Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough each narrow in on their most interesting 'Franchise Five' in the NFC, breaking down no-brainer picks, some questionable decisions and snubs. The Pick Six Supefriends talk Bucs (6:50), 49ers (23:45), Lions (37:30) and Falcons (46:15).'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS @johnbreech, @seanjwagnerCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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 1, 2020 • 51min
📬 Mailbag Monday: Steelers QB plans, Eagles ceiling, time to give Bill O'Brien some credit? (Football 6/1)
Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough for another edition of 'Mailbag Monday'. The guys discuss the Steelers plan at QB past Ben Roethlisberger before focusing on the other side of the state and looking at what the Eagles can accomplish in 2020. The Pick Six Superfriends also try to switch up their perspective on Bill O'Brien, the head coach. Sean then de-values running backs (again). Next, we toss it to a portion of last week's mailbag that never aired with conversations on narcissism, the Arizona Cardinals and staying in shape during quarantine.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS @johnbreech, @seanjwagnerCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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

May 29, 2020 • 53min
NFL tables 4th-and-15 rule proposal, Jadeveon Clowney turns down Browns, Antonio Brown workouts continue (Football 5/29)
We thought there might be an onside-kick alternative in the NFL in 2020, but not so fast. On Thursday, the '4th-and-15' rule proposal was tabled by owners (3:15), as Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough offer their reactions. The guys also discuss the rules that were passed (8:45) The Pick Six Superfriends then dissect the ongoing free agency of Jadeveon Clowney (20:30), as he reportedly turned down an offer from the Browns. That sparks a separate Baker Mayfield vs. Tyrod Taylor debate (doesn't take much for these guys to go off on a tangent!). Jalen Ramsey's contract situation (31:30), Antonio Brown's viral workouts (40:15) and The Match II between Tiger Woods/Peyton Manning & Phil Mickelson/Tom Brady (45:30) are all covered as well.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ryanwilsonCBS @johnbreech, @seanjwagnerCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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

May 28, 2020 • 54min
2nd-year players that could take next step in 2020: Kyler Murray, Daniel Jones poised for breakouts? (Football 5/28)
The 'rookie learning curve' isn't an excuse anymore. Which 2nd-year players are ready to make "the leap" in 2020? Will Brinson and Chris Trapasso dive into a list of guys that are poised to breakout and some that could disappoint again. Will and Chris examine the class of 2019 quarterbacks including Kyler Murray (5:00), Daniel Jones (13:30), Dwayne Haskins (20:35), Drew Lock (26:50) and Gardner Minshew (30:50). Then, they take a look at the rest of last year's Top 10 (36:30), plus some additional leapers and non-leapers. 'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @ChrisTrapassoCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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

May 27, 2020 • 44min
What will next few months look like for NFL? Jamal Adams' future with the Jets, quarterback tiers (Football 5/27)
What could training camps around the league look like in July? Well, Jason La Canfora attempts to break down the state of the league at the moment based on conversations that he's had with those in the NFL about their upcoming plans (2:00). Next, JLC details to Will Brinson the latest with Jamal Adams (13:00). Why won't the Jets just pay up? The Cowboys are well-known potential trade partners, but who else could make a play for the All-Pro safety? Finally, an examination of Jason's quarterback tiers (23:45), with a focus on Ben Roethlisberger, Dak Prescott, Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold.'Pick Six' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Pick Six team on Twitter: @picksixpod, @willbrinson, @JasonLaCanforaCheck out the Pick Six Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/picksixpod/?hl=enJoin 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


