

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 11, 2018 • 35min
Edelman Suspension, Gronk Rumors, More Minicamps (Football 06/11)
Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg react to Julian Edelman's suspension and a wild weekend of Rob Gronkowski trade rumors that have seemingly settled down. Then, the guys delve into more minicamp storylines for teams back on the field this week including the Bills, Broncos, and Vikings. Adam and Jamey also discuss Terrell Owens passing on being present for his Hall of Fame enshrinement in Canton, Ohio, in August. 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, 2018 • 43min
OTA rules, Betting on the NFL, Gronk/Rodgers' Deals (Football 06/08)
CBS NFL Insider Jason La Canfora joins Dave Richard to discuss the Ravens being fined for violating league rules during OTAs and to break down the latest with Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Rodgers' contract situations. The guys also discuss the impact of gambling on the NFL, rookie QB over/unders, and the Browns having to earn their helmet stripes. 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, 2018 • 32min
Tracy Wolfson takes us to the NFL sidelines (Football 06/07)
NFL on CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson joins Dave Richard the Pick Six podcast to take us through the process and mentality behind her unique profession. 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, 2018 • 38min
Bryant McFadden discusses legendary playoff catches, top CBs, Steelers offseason (Football 06/06)
Former NFL cornerback and Super Bowl champion Bryant McFadden joins Dave Richard to discuss minicamp and Super Bowl memories. McFadden lists what he thinks are the most memorable catches in NFL playoff history as we remember 49er hero Dwight Clark. The guys also analyze the Steelers wild offseason, the league's best cornerbacks and Adrian Peterson losing to Drew Brees in a conditioning test last offseason. 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 5, 2018 • 31min
Deonte Thompson Talks Cowboys, Jamey & Adam Talk OBJ & More (Football 06/05)
Dallas wide receiver Deonte Thompson joins the show as he gets acclimated to playing for the Cowboys. Thompson tells us about Dak Prescott's leadership, which NFC East rivalry he's looking forward to, how amazing his 2008 Florida Gators were and much more. Then Adam and Jamey discuss rookie QBs, softball injuries in honor of Clay Matthews and if the Giants should give Odell Beckham Jr. a massive contract. 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, 2018 • 36min
Minicamps Get Started, Targeting Rule Gets Clarified, Sorta (Football 06/04)
Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg break down this week's minicamps, including the potentially surprising Chicago Bears, Matt Patricia's first season in Detroit, the Dolphins remaining mediocre, and a pretty captivating offseason for New England. The guys also discuss the NFL's clarification on their new 'targeting' rule and Hue Jackson's "cleanse" in Lake Erie.
-CHI: Are they this year's LAR?
-DET: I have my doubts about Matt Patricia. Will they become a running team?
-MIA: They don't seem like they're going to be very good. Are they stuck in mediocrity?
-NE: Interesting offseason for them. Are they just going to be fine once the season starts?
-Targeting rule: Seems more clear now
-Hue Jackson's fairly weak entrance into Lake Erie, CLE outlook. 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, 2018 • 42min
Mike Freeman on NFL's anthem policy, Russell Wilson's role, league's LeBron? (Football 06/01)
Pete Prisco is joined by Bleacher Report columnist Mike Freeman to discuss the wide-ranging potential impact of the NFL's new national anthem policy and what gambling on football means moving forward. The guys then dive into Russell Wilson's role with the Seahawks before analyzing who is the league's version of LeBron James. 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 31, 2018 • 30min
The 'Sack Whisperer' Chuck Smith shares his pass rush expertise (Football 05/31)
Pete Prisco is joined by former NFL defensive end and current pass-rushing specialist Chuck Smith to break down both the history and future of getting to the quarterback, what it takes for player to succeed at the skill, his teaching approach and his wide list of clients thriving in the NFL. You'll definitely enjoy this both technical and personal football conversation! 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 30, 2018 • 47min
Early Look at Week 1 Picks, Brandon Marshall to Seahawks (Football 05/30)
Pete Prisco fills in for Will Brinson, as Nick Kostos joins the podcast to breakdown the impact of Brandon Marshall heading to the Seahawks, analyze where Dez Bryant will end up, and how Odell Beckham Jr. fits amongst the best overall players in the league. Then, Pete and Nick take an 100-days early look at the Week 1 lines across the NFL, issuing tentative picks against the spread way in advance of the start of the season. 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, 2018 • 39min
Adam Beasley on Dolphins offensive potential in 2018 (Football 05/29)
Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald joins Will Brinson to break down the Dolphins offseason, including his prediction that the Dolphins will score 25 points a game, what Adam Gase likes about this particular roster and why they are a lock for the over of 5.5 games in 2018. 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


