The Ringer Nfl Show

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss the quarterback situation in Baltimore (02:15), how Gisele Bündchen's offseason comments on concussions could affect Tom Brady this season (09:30), Odell Beckham Jr.'s upcoming payday (16:45), Christian McCaffrey's performance at camp (22:00), the Cardinals signing Tramon Williams (25:00), Rob Ninkovich's retirement (26:30), and Jason Garrett's not-so-subliminal message for Ezekiel Elliott (30:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark discuss the players that will make the biggest leaps this season, including two new star running backs from the NFC North (03:00), defensive linemen your quarterback should be afraid of (11:45), one free agent signing that will equal a playoff win for New England (17:00), and a former Patriot that will lead the Titans to the AFC South title (24:45). They also introduce some fresh faces to the MVP discussion (32:00) and the surprising reason you should actually pay attention to the Browns this year (44:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark share some skepticism about young starting quarterbacks (04:30), explain why JJ Watt will never be the same (15:30), and tell you why this year’s leading receiver isn’t named Odell, Julio, or Antonio (21:00). Then, Danny Kelly joins the show to predict the downfall of Kirk Cousins (32:00). Finally, Mays and Clark take aim at America’s beloved Dallas Cowboys (38:45) and the entire NFC East. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss Carolina firing Dave Gettleman (01:00), Thomas Davis and Greg Olsen's impact on the decision (03:30), the return of Marty Hurney (10:00), the Dallas Cowboys and Ezekiel Elliott (11:30), the keys to training camp (16:00), Steelers that are holding out (22:30), Matt Ryan's contract situation (26:00), a new rule for coaches (30:30), and the popularity of James Conner (34:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays and Kevin Clark get together to discuss the importance of supporting casts to a quarterback's success (01:45) and which signal-callers got the most help this offseason (05:00). Then Danny Kelly joins the show to give his opinion on the three most overlooked offseason acquisitions (17:45). Lastly, Mays and Clark rank their five most desirable teams in terms of supporting casts, as well as their least desirable (48:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss the upcoming season for Jason Garrett and the Dallas Cowboys (01:30), how the Cleveland Browns should handle DeShone Kizer (09:45), "The Franchise" Kirk Cousins (13:30), Alex Smith's future (21:15), what to expect from J.J. Watt (25:00), and the decline of the NFL supplemental draft (27:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Robert Mays and Kevin Clark sort NFL teams into five different types of franchises based on team-building strategies: the "drafters" (4:00), the "traders and signers" (8:45), the "tinkerers" (13:00), the "long-gamers," and the "no-planners" (18:15). Then, they rank the best and worst team-building plans in the league (27:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays and Kevin Clark return to evaluate the worth of the top quarterbacks in the NFL this upcoming season (03:45) and debate the five most valuable players at the position (06:00). Then, they delve into the most valuable non-quarterbacks (21:00) and rank the top five non-QBs, as well (28:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss what Terron Armstead's injury means for Drew Brees and the Saints (03:30), whether the Lions can overcome the absence of Taylor Decker (12:15), the Jaguars' loss of Jalen Ramsey (17:30), evaluating a young Randall Cunningham (22:00), Jerry Jones meeting the Pope (31:30), and whether Tom Brady will play in China (33:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss the Denver Broncos under John Elway (03:45), if Cordarrelle Patterson will be a good fit with the Oakland Raiders (13:30), Odell Beckham Jr.'s return to practice (23:00), the crowded "Wentz Wagon" in Philadelphia (26:00), if the N.Y. Jets are already tanking (30:00), and the Washington Redskins' front-office moves (34:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss Pete Carroll's coaching principles (02:30), Russell Wilson's burden of responsibility (08:00), Tom Brady's concussion (16:30), Odell Beckham Jr.'s holding out (20:00), the salary cap issues for the L.A. Rams (21:45), Oakland Raider Marshawn Lynch (25:15), the Jets' release of David Harris (27:00), and Ron Rivera's comments regarding the NFL's rule against Christian McCaffrey (32:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier examine the rivalry between the Steelers and the Ravens (01:30), Baltimore's young receiving corps (07:30), and their defense's identity without Terrell Suggs (10:00). Then they discuss Pittsburgh's plans going forward with an aging Ben Roethlisberger (13:00) and the Steelers' unsung hero (17:30) before reviewing recent news in the NFL (31:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier huddle up to discuss the upcoming season for Christian Hackenberg and the New York Jets (04:00), Carson Wentz and the Eagles (09:30), and if Dak Prescott can improve on his incredible rookie season (13:30). Then they examine the worst of the worst in the NFL, including the San Francisco 49ers (21:00) and the Cleveland Browns (23:30). Lastly, they weigh in on Eddie Lacy's contract incentives (31:00), if Colin Kaepernick fits with the Seattle Seahawks (33:00) and Ben Roethlisberger's return to the Pittsburgh Steelers (34:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier get together to discuss the best offensive (02:00) and defensive (12:15) players available to be traded. Then they break down the quarterback situation for the New York Giants (24:00), the Miami Dolphins consulting Peyton Manning (33:00), and Michael Vick's comments about the New York Jets (34:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier talk quarterback drama in Chicago (01:00), positive vibes for the Chargers (09:00), fifth-year options (16:00), the Broncos signing Jamaal Charles (22:00), Jay Cutler the broadcaster (24:00), and top prospects sitting out future bowl games (27:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays and Mike Lombardi huddle up to discuss good value picks in the third and fourth rounds (03:00), the San Francisco 49ers' good fortune (05:00), and John Ross (12:00). Then Kevin Clark joins the show to discuss the most improved teams (21:00), and the gang wraps up with their "Way-Too-Early Predictions" (36:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays and Mike Lombardi review the second round of the NFL draft, including Carolina's draft habits (2:09), the Colts' offseason moves to stabilize their defense (6:45), what Cam Robinson will bring to Jacksonville (8:21), and Arizona's impressive selections (14:11). Then they analyze the Bengals' pick of Joe Mixon (20:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays, Mike Lombardi, and Kevin Clark huddle up to discuss their initial reactions to the Chicago Bears trading up for Mitchell Trubisky (01:00), the surprising Corey Davis pick (06:30), picks they loved (09:30), and great players left on the board (21:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Mike Lombardi and Tate Frazier discuss Mitchell Trubisky's future (02:00), the NFL draft experience before cellphones (05:00), and trading down to buy time (08:00). Then Lombardi shares a few draft stories from his days working with Al Davis (12:00) and Bill Belichick (24:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Robert Mays, Danny Kelly, and Kevin Clark give an in-depth look at the top-10 draft picks based on team needs (2:35), including Cleveland's desperate need for just about everything (3:00) and Jacksonville's QB issues (16:50). Then they make a few suggestions for picks 11-32 (46:02), including life after Carson Palmer (48:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices