The Ringer's Philly Special

Sheil is joined by EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss the latest Eagles signings. First, Eagles legend Brandon Graham retired on Tuesday after an up-and-down, 15-year career that resulted in two Super Bowl rings. Sheil and EJ encapsulate the great player and person BG is (3:22). The Eagles signed former Giants and Georgia LB Azeez Ojulari to a one-year deal. What could he add to this defense that has lost a few key members to free agency (23:57)? Plus, the best segment in American podcasting, the mailbag! It is loaded with quite a few dilemmas (42:19).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: EJ SmithProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil welcomes PHLY football analyst and Elkins Park legend Fran Duffy and asks him 10 questions about the Eagles, draft, and random life situations. Fran gives his trust meter for current Eagles players who will likely replace guys who departed in free agency, including Kelee Ringo and Moro Ojomo (5:41). Fran gives his draft evaluation for Jahdae Barron, Jaxson Dart, and Derrick Harmon (12:12). Could Malaki Starks end up being this year’s Brian Branch (42:28)? How different will the Eagles’ offensive scheme be under Kevin Patullo (46:14)? What prospects is Fran much higher on than the consensus draft gurus (1:38:43)? Plus, Fran unleashes his own takes he’s saved from the mailbag all season.Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Fran DuffyProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil breaks down the four signings the Eagles made in the past 24 hours that could have some potential value. The Eagles now have the biggest quads in the league, with AJ Dillon backing up Saquon Barkley. What value does Dillon bring to the birds (7:18)? Did the Eagles take the stance that Chauncey Gardner-Johnson was more replaceable than Dallas Goedert which ultimately led to his departure (17:17)? The Eagles also signed CB Adoree' Jackson. Will he make the team and possibly have a role next season (25:32)? Plus, Milton Williams said what?Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles traded beloved safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans in exchange for guard Kenyon Green, according to multiple reports on Tuesday. Philadelphia will also send a 2026 sixth-round pick to Houston in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round choice. Sheil and EJ react to the shocking news and dissect why the Eagles made this decision (3:56). Could Sydney Brown fill some major shoes in place of CJGJ (40:43)? What are the Eagles getting back in former first-round pick Kenyon Green (56:25)? Plus some leftovers: The guys discuss the LeBron and Stephen A. crash out, laundry etiquette, and another movie review (1:04:32).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and EJ SmithProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The legal tampering period of NFL free agency has begun, and the Eagles have lost a few key members of their 2024 Super Bowl championship team. Sheil discusses backup QB Kenny Pickett being traded to the Cleveland Browns for Dorian Thompson-Robinson and a draft pick (4:11). DT Milton Williams received a lucrative contract from the Patriots, agreeing to a four-year, $104 million deal with New England that includes $63 million guaranteed (7:54). Josh Sweat also secured a major payday from the Arizona Cardinals, agreeing to a four-year, $76.4 million contract (14:59).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The episode you’ve all been waiting for. The full mailbag episode! We finally settled the reverse parking debate. Plus, should you touch people’s laundry, and this guy did what at the grocery store? Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: EJ SmithProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free agency kicks off next week, and the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles have a few important decisions to make. Sheil opens the pod with breaking news that the Eagles re-signed DPOY candidate LB Zack Baun to a new three-year deal (1:16). Then, EJ Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins to talk about the other position groups. Is there a world where Jalen Hurts gets the Saquon early extension (14:45)? What will happen to TE Dallas Goedert (27:48)? He’s heading into the final year of his deal with no guaranteed money left. Will they rework his deal? What will the Eagles do at the edge rusher position? Could they be keying in on Khalil Mack or Myles Garrett (1:02:59)?Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com.Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: EJ SmithProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil opens the pod by addressing the Myles Garrett rumors and the possibility of him coming to Philly. Is there any way Howie can pull it off (4:14)? Anthony Dabbundo joins the pod to discuss the Phillies' spring training and three things to watch heading into the season (19:00). What are the realistic expectations for the Phillies? Do they get a pass from fans thanks to the Eagles winning the Super Bowl? Plus, Cliff joins in on the latest, with Joel Embiid out for the remainder of the season and Paul George putting down the 'Podcast P' mic (1:07:27). Is the Embiid era officially over in Philly?Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Anthony DabbundoProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 2 of our early Eagles offseason extravaganza, Sheil, Shawn Syed, and EJ Smith immediately look at the possibility that tight end Dallas Goedert will look for a new deal ahead of the season, as he’s heading into the final year of his contract (2:02). Darius Slay is the next guy they evaluate. Big Play Slay had a good season last year but has a major cap hit for 2025 and is heading into his age-34 season. What should the Eagles do with the team captain (11:15)? Is Myles Garrett a real possibility for the Eagles? The All-Pro defensive end has requested a trade from Cleveland, but the Browns aren't currently budging. Could the Eagles make a deal the Browns can't refuse (34:20)? Plus, the guys give their thoughts on new offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo (49:10).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com.Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/.The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuests: EJ Smith and Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Part 1 of our early Eagles offseason extravaganza, Sheil, Shawn Syed, and EJ Smith look at some major free agent decisions looming for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. The guys discuss DT Milton Williams, who wreaked havoc in the playoffs and the Super Bowl and is expected to get a big payday. Is there any chance the Eagles can re-sign him (5:46)? Josh Sweat has been a key pass rusher for the Eagles the past few seasons and played a major role in the Super Bowl as well. Sweat already took a pay cut heading into 2024. Could he possibly make a return, or will he seek greener pastures (17:27)? DPOY finalist Zack Baun is also expected to get a huge payday. Should the Eagles make it their top offseason priority to bring him back regardless of cost (25:37)? The guys rank which players they think will come back in order.Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comBecome a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuests: EJ Smith and Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices