

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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Feb 7, 2020 • 55min
XFL Season Preview, Gambling & Fantasy Advice (Football 2/7)
Will Brinson is joined by CBS Sports writer and budding football league expert Ben Kercheval to help preview the new XFL which kicks off on Saturday (1:30). Ben explains the latest iteration, breaking down top teams, players, rules and more. Then, Evan Silva from Establish the Run joins the podcast (27:45) to discuss the XFL from a DFS and fantasy perspective, highlighting how to approach building lineups for something we're still learning about. 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

Feb 6, 2020 • 58min
2020 NFL Offseason Preview: What happens with Tom Brady, Drew Brees, CBA? (Football 2/6)
Will Brinson is joined by Jason La Canfora to dissect the biggest storylines of the NFL offseason. It's a discussion that of course starts with the future of Tom Brady as well as Drew Brees and what the future could hold for these legendary quarterbacks (6:05). Could the appeal of broadcasting start contributing to earlier retirements? Plus, the Cowboys also pack intrigue and that will be no different over the next few months with Dak Prescott and Amari Cooper the focal points for potential new deals (23:30). What will happen in labor negotiations as sides inch towards a new CBA (35:00)? JLC has the answers. And lastly, in-depth analysis on the state of the Jacksonville Jaguars and their affiliation with London (39:15). 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

Feb 5, 2020 • 1h 4min
Future for the Chiefs & 49ers, Could Kansas City be starting a dynasty? (Football 2/5)
Will Brinson is joined by Brady Quinn and Jonathan Jones to dissect the future for this year's Super Bowl teams, the Chiefs and 49ers. The guys discuss the inevitable contract extension for Patrick Mahomes and whether that will come this season or next (6:05), the possibility of Kansas City creating a dynasty (17:45) and what they need to address this offseason (24:45). Then, it's San Francisco's turn (33:45). Could they seriously consider cutting ties with Jimmy Garoppolo? The Niners have free agency and draft concerns of their own that have to be addressed to get back to the Super Bowl. Next, Will and Brady discuss excitement for the XFL (43:45), the Jaguars playing back-to-back home games in London next season (51:30) and Greg Olsen's future in the league (56:30). Finally, a recap of last week's Bud Light Music Fest in Miami (59:00). 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

Feb 4, 2020 • 1h 8min
Deeper Dive on Super Bowl 54, Chiefs-49ers Defining Moments (Football 2/4)
Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson and John Breech to further analyze Super Bowl 54. The guys recognize that Chiefs-49ers ultimately lacked defining moments but select the play that is most likely to be remembered (7:40). Then, they discuss storylines and stats that deserve more attention following Kansas City's comeback championship victory over San Francisco (12:30). Will, Ryan and John mention Frank Clark calling out Jimmy Garoppolo, some absurd Patrick Mahomes nuggets, Andy Reid's celebration, Eric Bienemy's time-travel play call, the first family of 4th down and more. Next, it looks like Tom Brady isn't going anywhere, but does that mean he's staying in New England (51:45)? Lastly, the guys recap NFL Honors and the 2020 Hall of Fame Class, both of which were announced over the weekend (59:00). 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

Feb 3, 2020 • 1h 20min
Super Bowl LIV Recap: Chiefs, Mahomes erase 4th quarter deficit to defeat 49ers 31-20 and win 1st title in 50 years (Football 2/3)
After 50 years of waiting, the Kansas City Chiefs are Super Bowl champions once again, but it didn't appear that way in the 4th quarter...Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson, John Breech, Sean Wagner-McGough and Jared Dubin break down all angles from Chiefs-49ers in Super Bowl LIV. The guys discuss KC's comeback paired with San Francisco's collapse, the coaching performances from Andy Reid and Kyle Shanahan, and the back-and-forth QB play from Patrick Mahomes and Jimmy Garoppolo. Did Mahomes really deserve to win MVP? Where should the blame be place for the Niners? The Pick Six Superfriends cover all the moments that mattered from Miami including the halftime show from Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. Finally, the biggest winners and losers from this year's Super Bowl. 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

Jan 31, 2020 • 1h 1min
Super Bowl LIV Gambling Preview: Picks, Props, DFS Advice for 49ers-Chiefs (Football 1/31)
Listen for everything you need to know to gamble on Super Bowl LIV! First, Will Brinson is joined by Pete Prisco and R.J. White to go over 10 top picks & props for Sunday (4:30). Next, Will chats with Ryan Wilson and John Breech on some of the quirkier prop bets for the 49ers and Chiefs (33:00). Finally, Heath Cummings hops on the podcast to offer DFS advice (41:45). 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

Jan 31, 2020 • 56min
Radio Row interviews with Russell Wilson, Kyle Rudolph, McCourty Twins & More (Football 1/31)
Will Brinson, Ryan Wilson and John Breech interview a collection of guests from Radio Row on South Beach. The guys chatted with Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (:55), NFL draft prospect Jake Fromm (9:00), Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph (16:00), Patriots teammates and twins Devin and Jason McCourty (29:45), Hall of Famer John Randle (39:00) and actor Carl McDowell (47:15). 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

Jan 30, 2020 • 1h 20min
Inside the 49ers & Chiefs, Interviews with Saquon Barkley, Jamal Adams, Arthur Blank & more (Football 1/30)
Thursday's Pick Six podcast features a group of great guests to talk Super Bowl LIV and more! First, Will Brinson is joined by Joe Fortenbaugh of 95.7 The Game in San Francisco to get the perspective of the 49ers fanbase (1:15). Next, Sean Wagner-McGough chats with Bob Fescoe of 610 Sports Radio in Kansas City for a Chiefs perspective (20:15). That's followed by a lineup of great guests that stopped by the set on Radio Row in South Beach, including Giants running back Saquon Barkley (31:30), Falcons owner Arthur Blank (42:00), Seahawks teammates and twins Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin (52:20), Jets safety Jamal Adams (1:00:00) and Bears running back Tarik Cohen (1:11:00). 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

Jan 29, 2020 • 60min
Super Bowl LIV position-by-position breakdown, Who has the edge: Chiefs or 49ers? (Football 1/29)
Will Brinson is joined by Brady Quinn and Bryant McFadden on Radio Row in South Beach to give a position-by-position breakdown for Super Bowl LIV (2:15). The guys answer if the Chiefs or 49ers have the edge at each unit. Tuesday's video version of the Pick Six podcast on CBS Sports HQ featured 3-time Super Bowl champ and former NFL executive Scott Pioli (28:00) who discussed the remarkable story of 49ers assistant coach Katie Sowers, minority coaches in the NFL, as well as the San Francisco's plan to slow down Kansas City and Patrick Mahomes on Sunday (42:00). Also from Radio Row, an interview with Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (55:00). 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

Jan 28, 2020 • 1h 11min
Super Bowl Opening Night Recap, 49ers & Chiefs take the stage in Miami (Football 1/28)
Will Brinson is joined by Ryan Wilson, John Breech and Sean Wagner-McGough to recap Opening Night for Super Bowl LIV which took place Monday night at Marlins Park in Miami. The guys discussed the most entertaining moments of the night as well as the affect Kobe Bryant's passing had on the mood of the event (14:35). The guys continue to share observations (23:45) and winners (40:00) from the night before analyzing the Chargers breaking up with Philip Rivers (57:00) and the Browns hiring 32-year-old Andrew Berry as their new GM. 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


