The Ringer's Philly Special

Zach Berman, National NFL reporter for The Athletic known for deep Eagles coverage and his ZB3 segment, joins to break down the team's safety plans, including Michael Carter and draft/backup options. He explains the Elijah Moore signing and debates A.J. Brown trade rumors and timing. They also dig into the future of Lincoln Financial Field, roof vs outdoor tradition, and stadium-location politics.

Anthony Dabbundo, Philadelphia sports writer known for bold Phillies takes, joins Sheil to preview the season. They debate bullpen rebuild and Yohan Duran’s closer upside. They weigh Bryce Harper’s MVP bounceback versus decline. Andrew Painter’s big-league debut and Justin Crawford’s role get detailed discussion. Contract changes for Cristopher Sánchez and ballpark updates round out the conversation.

Zach Berman, National NFL reporter at The Athletic known for sharp Eagles coverage. He breaks down the Arnold Ebiketie signing and his pass-rush upside. Talks Andy Dalton, Tanner McKee trade implications, and depth-chart shakeups. Covers safety and receiver strategies, plus quick takes on Stone Smartt and Dameon Pierce. Ends with a lively mailbag of listener questions.

Anthony Dabbundo, baseball writer and analyst, breaks down WBC storylines and Phillies buzz. He discusses Bryce Harper’s late WBC homer and what it means for narratives. Aaron Nola’s revamped velocity and spring form get attention. They touch on JT Realmuto, Bryson Stott’s hitting plan, and the Eagles signing Marquise “Hollywood” Brown as a potential AJ Brown market signal.

Brandon Lee Gowton, longtime Eagles reporter for Bleeding Green Nation, breaks down Philly’s offseason moves. He dissects Dallas Goedert’s one-year return and tight end market dynamics. They debate AJ Brown’s trade likelihood and potential suitors. Conversations cover offensive line uncertainty, the Arnold Ebiketie signing, and what positions the Eagles might target in the draft.

Shawn Syed, writer and analyst at SumerSports with a passion for film and football strategy, joins to break down recent Eagles signings and roster fits. They tackle AJ Brown trade chatter, profile newcomers like Arnold Ebiketie, Riq Woolen, and Johnny Mundt. Shawn also shares his Oscar nominee picks and talks favorite films in a lively, fast-moving chat.

Zach Berman, The Athletic’s Eagles beat reporter, breaks down Philly’s surprising Day 2 moves. He covers the one-year Riq Woolen signing and its fit in the secondary. He explains Johnny Mundt’s role as a veteran blocking tight end and why Grant Calcaterra returns. He also discusses the team’s need for an elite pass-catching tight end and trade chatter around A.J. Brown.

Zach Berman, NFL reporter at The Athletic known for Eagles and league transaction coverage. They react to Jaelan Phillips and Nakobe Dean leaving and debate how Philly replaces edge rushers. They pore over AJ Brown trade timing and draft-pick preferences. Jordan Davis’ big deal and Jalen Carter’s contract or trade value also get heavyweight discussion.

Zach Berman, NFL analyst at The Athletic who covers the Eagles, breaks down Philadelphia's offseason blueprint. He debates trading AJ Brown and how to replace him. He weighs pursuing Maxx Crosby, timing an extension for Jalen Carter, and roster moves at tight end, safety, and edge. A packed mailbag and a rant on the Sixers round out the conversation.

Anthony Dabbundo, a baseball writer and analytics commentator covering the Phillies, unpacks spring-training storylines. They dig into Andrew Painter’s fastball shape and long-term ceiling. Bryson Stott’s potential offensive leap gets attention. They also debate a new ABS challenge rule and how catching strategy will change.