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Sheil Kapadia has got you covered with all things Eagles with weekly previews and instant reactions to every Eagles game. Also tune in for the Sixers, Phillies and all of your other favorite teams in town, with unique conversations from Chris Ryan, Raheem Palmer, Anthony Dabbundo, Ace Producer Cliff and other local personalities.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 30min
Eagles Smash Cowboys, Win NFC East, and Lock in the 2-Seed! Takeaways with Coach Flinn.
The Eagles embarrassed their hated rival Cowboys on Sunday by a score of 41-7. Sheil is joined by Princeton University receivers coach Brian Flinn to discuss the lopsided victory. Are we possibly witnessing the best Eagles team of our lifetime (3:48)? The Eagles are faced with a huge dilemma heading into Week 18. Should Saquon Barkley play and attempt to break Eric Dickerson’s single-season rushing record against his former team, or should he rest and prepare for the playoffs (25:52)? He’s only 101 yards shy of making history. Jalen Hurts is also recovering from a concussion. Should he take some snaps against the Giants as well (1:00:46)?Email/Sponsor Us: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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: Brian FlinnProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 27, 2024 • 1h 26min
Eagles' QB Situation, Sirianni/Ertz, and Mailbag With EJ Smith!
Who will be starting at QB for the Eagles on Sunday? Sheil is joined by EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss the Eagles' second matchup against the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. What's the latest on QB Jalen Hurts after suffering a concussion against the Washington Commanders (2:40)? The Nick Sirianni temperature check is heating up following a contentious exchange he had with Commanders tight end Zach Ertz after the Eagles' loss to Washington(10:42). If the Eagles win or lose, what will the headlines be (29:51)? Plus, e-mails, predictions, and Sheil finally gives his top five Biggie songs.Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com 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

Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 6min
Eagles Film Review: Run Game Struggles Without Jalen Hurts, Defensive Issues, And More!
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports of the Eagles close loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday and point out a few things in all three phases that was the difference in winning and losing the game. Even though the defense caused five turnovers, where could they have been better at (4:52)? Does the defense need to figure out how to be better against mobile QB’s (20:13)? Why did the kickoff give up so many yards on returns (31:27)? How did the passing game fare after Jalen Hurts went out due to injury (35:37)? Plus, more on the run game and favorite Christmas movies. Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.com 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 26min
Eagles Lose a Wild One—Are You OK? Takeaways With BLG!
The Eagles fell to the Commanders on Sunday, 36-33, ending the longest win streak in franchise history. Sheil and Brandon Lee Gowton break down the whirlwind that was this game. What are their biggest takeaways (03:24)? Jalen Hurts left in the first quarter after he suffered a concussion. How did Kenny Pickett and the offense look after Hurts's exit (14:26)? Did Saquon Barkley and the run game suffer with Pickett at QB compared to Hurts (28:02)? The Eagles defense had five takeaways, but still gave up a few crucial plays (42:43). Plus, a Nick Sirianni temperature check, BLG date update, and Cliff avoids the curse.Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 Brandon Lee GowtonProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 20, 2024 • 1h 16min
Eagles Buzz, Commanders Preview, and Mailbag With EJ Smith!
Sheil is joined by EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss the Eagles' second matchup against the division rival Washington Commanders. What’s the latest on the injury front (04:31)? Earlier this week, Jay Glazer reported that Brandon Graham and Dom DiSandro visited Jalen Hurts over the bye week and pleaded with him to connect with his teammates. How much validity is there to that story (08:11)? Should Nick Sirianni get Coach of the Year consideration (19:49)? Plus, emails on Wawa and bar etiquette and predictions (35:33)!Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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

Dec 19, 2024 • 28min
Brian Dawkins On the Current Eagles and Favorite Hits of His Career
Eagles legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins joins Cliff on behalf of Boehringer & Lilly’s It Takes 2 health initiative and discussed his outstanding career. B-Dawk also discussed the similarities between the 2024 Eagles and his 2004 Eagles, who reached the Super Bowl. Plus, he ranks the top three hits he’s ever made.Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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: Cliff AugustinProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 7min
Eagles Film Review: Is the Passing Game Fixed? And More Fangio Magic!
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports have reviewed the film and are here to break down how the Eagles improved the passing game on Sunday following a week of drama leading up to the matchup against the Steelers. What was different about Jalen Hurts and the passing game (03:33)? Vic Fangio put on yet another master class on the defensive side of the ball (27:11). How will this matchup against the Commanders be different than the first meeting earlier this season (50:26)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 16, 2024 • 56min
A Perfect Sunday for the Eagles? Jalen Hurts, Birds Respond for 10th Straight Win!
The Eagles defeated the Steelers 27-13 in the Battle of Pennsylvania for their 10th straight victory. There were a ton of discussions during the week about Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown’s relationship that were completely dispelled by their performances Sunday. Hurts found Brown eight times for 110 yards and a touchdown. Sheil breaks down Hurts’s performance and the defense being outstanding yet again. Plus, the Lions fell to the Bills. Is the 1-seed in the NFC still in play for the Birds?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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

Dec 13, 2024 • 1h 45min
Eagles Drama, Steelers Matchup, and Weekly Mailbag With EJ Smith!
Sheil and EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer get you ready for the “Battle of Pennsylvania” as the Eagles are set to face the Pittsburgh Steelers. There was a lot of drama leading up to the game following A.J. Brown’s comments after last Sunday’s victory over the Panthers. EJ takes us into the locker room and gives us his view on the Jalen Hurts–A.J. Brown dynamic (03:43). How big of a concern are Jake Elliott’s missed field goals? Can he be trusted in big spots (31:25)? Plus, a Nick Sirianni temperature check (36:40). How do the Eagles match up to the Steelers (50:58)? If the Eagles win or lose this game, what will the headlines be (55:54)? Plus, a very long and interesting email segment (1:01:34).Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.comThe 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

Dec 11, 2024 • 1h 15min
Eagles Film Review: Jalen Hurts? Kellen Moore? A Deep Dive on the Passing Game Issues.
Sheil and Shawn Syed of SumerSports discuss the 11-2 Eagles' struggling passing game, and the dynamic between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown following the wide receiver's postgame comments. The guys do a deep dive on the passing game and Brandon Graham’s comments on WIP. Did Hurts turn down too many throws (2:17)? Why was Brown so frustrated (23:53)? What stood out on the defensive side of the ball (1:01:55)?Email: Ringerphilly@gmail.com 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 Shawn SyedProducer: Cliff AugustinMusic Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


