The Ringer NFL Show

Lindsay Jones, NFL reporter who covered the owners meetings on-site, breaks down the biggest takeaways from Phoenix. She outlines referee negotiations, expanded replay and centralized officiating. Discussion also covers flag football’s rise and the push toward an 18-game season. Rumblings about Jalen Hurts’ communication with his team and ongoing Browns dysfunction round out the conversation.

Diante Lee, Ringer NFL analyst known for sharp draft analysis, walks through picks 22–32 with mock selections. They debate team needs like interior line vs playmaker, tight end and receiver fits, tackle and defensive tackle priorities. Multiple trade scenarios and roster fits are tossed around as they project who each team might take late in the first round.

Austin Gayle, NFL draft analyst known for scouting evaluations and mock-draft breakdowns, walks through picks 11–21 with play-by-play rationale. They debate secondary needs, edge and tackle projects, slot receivers, interior line help, trade ideas, and value calls for teams from Miami to Pittsburgh.

Diante Lee, football analyst and draft writer known for mock drafts and scouting, walks through the top 10 2026 picks. Short takes on why Fernando Mendoza feels like a clear No.1 and how rookie QBs might be handled. Quick rundowns of Arvel Reese’s ceiling, top tackle and edge priorities, a controversial running back pick, and the value of safety and receiver choices.

Steven Ruiz, a sports writer and college basketball analyst, breaks down the Jaylen Waddle trade and why Denver made the move. He discusses how Waddle alters Denver’s offense and Miami’s roster strategy. Ruiz also maps March Madness teams to NFL counterparts, pairing college styles and stars with pro team identities in quick, creative comparisons.

Diante Lee, NFL analyst and film-focused Ringer contributor, breaks down the trades sending Justin Fields to Kansas City and Kyler Murray to Minnesota. He dissects fits, rehab paths, and coaching implications. Short check-ins cover the Giants, Packers, and Bengals and how their offseason moves reshape expectations.

Austin Gayle, sports journalist and NFL analyst at The Ringer, breaks down the Maxx Crosby trade fallout and the Raiders’ next moves. He unpacks the Colts’ Daniel Jones contract and its risks. Short takes on the 49ers’ defensive add, Cowboys’ offensive stability, Bears’ quiet rebuild, and the Commanders’ defensive overhaul.

Diante Lee, NFL analyst and writer known for sharp free-agency analysis, breaks down Baltimore backing out of a Maxx Crosby trade and questions the 'failed physical' story. He maps out Crosby’s likely landing spots and how the move reshapes team leverage. They also react to notable signings and a Jets trade that shift the market.

Diante Lee, Ringer NFL analyst and scout, breaks down day-one free agency chaos. He weighs wild moves like Mike Evans landing in San Francisco and Kenneth Walker’s pricey deal. Short, punchy takes on trades, signings, and which roster gambles feel smart or risky.

Billy Gil, NFL analyst known for sharp trade and roster takes. They break down the DJ Moore move to Buffalo and what that means for fits and cap. They unpack the Trent McDuffie trade and why the Rams prioritized a top young corner. A long segment explores turmoil in Las Vegas, Maxx Crosby’s status, and Alex Guerrero’s controversial influence.