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The Ringer
This season, The Ringer NFL Show is in your feed every weekday. Host Sheil Kapadia teams up with a rotating crew of Ringer colleagues and NFL friends to unpack the day’s biggest story—fast, smart, and in the time it takes you to get to work.
Make sure you follow @RingerNFLShow on Instagram, TikTok, X and @RingerNFL on YouTube.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 27min
Super Bowl LX Takes With Mina Kimes!
Billy Gil, Ringer commentator who adds sharp analysis and banter, and Mina Kimes, ESPN NFL analyst known for incisive coverage. They chat Super Bowl week vibes, Mina’s Seahawks fandom and viewing plans, fears about low-scoring upsets, trust in Sam Darnold and coaching choices, and a hipster take on Anthony Bradford as a potential Achilles heel.

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Feb 4, 2026 • 36min
Bold Predictions for Super Bowl LX With Nate Tice
Billy Gil, Ringer writer and NFL analyst, and Nate Tice, Yahoo Sports analyst and Football 301 host, trade bold Super Bowl LX predictions and heated debate. They riff on Patriots game plans and interior pressure. They imagine Drake Maye as a leading rusher and debate coaching twists and quirky prop bets. Quick, confident takes and playful banter drive the conversation.

Feb 3, 2026 • 30min
Vikings Shake-Up, Coaching Carousel Complete, and the Start of Super Bowl Week!
Billy Gil, NFL analyst and Ringer contributor reporting from Super Bowl radio row. He breaks down the Vikings firing their GM and the surrounding drama. He parses the coaching carousel with Mike LaFleur to Arizona and Klint Kubiak to Las Vegas. He captures the Super Bowl week energy and on-site reporting.

Jan 30, 2026 • 30min
Jets Dysfunction Continues, and Eagles Make an OC Decision
Diante Lee, staff writer and NFL analyst at The Ringer, breaks down Jets coaching chaos and whether New York is rebuilding by design. He weighs Aaron Glenn’s first-year moves and realistic 2026 expectations for the team. He also examines Philadelphia’s hire of Sean Mannion, discussing Mannion’s QB background, offensive upside, and concerns about play-calling inexperience.

5 snips
Jan 29, 2026 • 32min
Bill Belichick Snubbed! What Happened?
Steven Ruiz, sports journalist and NFL commentator, breaks down Bill Belichick’s surprising Hall of Fame omission and the voting drama behind it. Short takes on theories from rivalry politics to voter assumptions. They also react to the Cleveland Browns’ unexpected hire of Todd Monken and what it means for coaching ripple effects.

16 snips
Jan 28, 2026 • 32min
Unsolved Mysteries: Bills Turn to Brady, Browns Still Searching, and Andy Reid's Spin
Billy Gil, Ringer analyst known for coaching-search deep dives, breaks down coaching shakeups. He dissects Buffalo's choice to move on from Sean McDermott and the Josh Allen angle. He unpacks Cleveland's stalled search and quirky candidate homework. He probes Kansas City staffing moves and the talk around Eric Bieniemy.

8 snips
Jan 27, 2026 • 29min
Coaching Carousel! Minter, McCarthy, and McDaniel Land New Gigs
Austin Gayle, NFL analyst and writer for The Ringer, breaks down recent big coaching moves and scheming shifts. He discusses Jesse Minter’s defensive fit in Baltimore. He critiques Mike McCarthy’s Pittsburgh hire and explores how Mike McDaniel could reshape the Chargers’ offense. They also debate a controversial fourth-and-1 call.

13 snips
Jan 26, 2026 • 37min
Sam Darnold's Moment, Snow Football, and a Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl!
Billy Gil, Ringer NFL writer and analyst, offers game reactions and tactical breakdowns. He dissects Seahawks-Rams momentum swings and the Patriots-Broncos grind. They debate Sam Darnold’s comeback arc, a dramatic punt fumble, replay controversies, and the snowy-game spectacle. The conversation closes by sizing up a surprising Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl matchup.

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Jan 23, 2026 • 32min
NFC Championship Game Burning Questions With Ben Solak!
Ben Solak, an ESPN NFL analyst, dives deep into the NFC Championship matchup between the Rams and Seahawks. He explores the Rams' need to push their offense against Seattle's aggressive defense and discusses Matthew Stafford's injury concerns. Solak evaluates Seattle's inconsistent run game and highlights the potential impact of key injuries, like LT Charles Cross. The conversation also touches on coaching prospects and standout performances that could reshape the NFL landscape.

18 snips
Jan 22, 2026 • 31min
AFC Championship Game Burning Questions with Ben Solak!
Ben Solak, an ESPN NFL writer and analyst, joins Sheil to dissect the heated AFC Championship clash between the Patriots and Broncos. They delve into the tactical battle of the Broncos’ offense against the Patriots’ defense, highlighting Jared Stidham's potential under Sean Payton's system. The duo also discusses Denver's disciplined defensive approach and its ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks. Additionally, they explore recent drama surrounding the Buffalo Bills, focusing on owner Terry Pagula's controversial comments and their impact on team dynamics.


