The Ringer's Philly Special

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest on the Eagles and who they think the team's top draft targets are. But first, the Eagles made a trade with the Green Bay Packers for WR Dontayvion Wicks in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. Does that trade have any implications on A.J. Brown’s future with the Birds? Sheil and Zach then go through who they think the Eagles have as their top draft targets in the first round next week. Are the Eagles leaning receiver or o-line? Dontayvion Wicks trade - (01:29) 10-6 prospects - (20:42) 5-1 prospects - (56:03) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music 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 to discuss the Eagles' approach to the upcoming draft and prospects they might be eyeing. Sheil gives Fran the patented Kapadia 10, with all draft-related questions. Could the Eagles trade up in the first round or completely trade out of it? Is there a wide receiver who could start from day one and make an immediate impact if there's a trade for A.J. Brown? What type of player do the Eagles typically go for in the first round? Plus, Fran fires off some takes from the recent mailbags. Could the Eagles trade up or trade out? (04:37) If the Eagles got the first pick, who should they take? (09:49) What’s the best-case scenario for the Eagles in the first round? (17:16) Ranking the wide receivers in the class (28:09) Ranking offensive line prospects (46:18) Who seems like a “Fangio guy” in this draft? (1:11:10) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Fran Duffy Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest news on the Eagles. Zach has his usual ZB3, but today’s is loaded with a conversation about Tim McManus’s latest article on Jalen Hurts. Is there a rift between him and the organization? Plus, the 2026 NFL draft is quickly approaching. What direction will the Eagles be heading in the draft? And a mega mailbag! A deep dive on Jalen Hurts (02:37) Eagles draft talk (38:45) Mailbag (52:06) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic who has boots on the ground at the NFL owners meeting. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie spoke on Tuesday about a number of things concerning the Eagles. Zach has a few takeaways from the meeting. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss Phillies Pitcher Andrew Painter making his debut. Both Sheil and Dabbundo were at the game on Tuesday and gave their review of the highly-touted Painter. Lurie on Nick Sirianni - (04:36) Jeff Stoutland’s exit from the organization - (15:56) Lurie on Jalen Hurts - (22:30) The latest on AJ Brown - (28:38) Will there be a new stadium? - (38:34) Zach details owners meetings breakfast - (54:17) Andrew Painter’s debut - (1:03:17) Bryce Harper struggles - (1:28:24) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman and Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies season has begun, which has many people across the region excited for a summer full of Phillies baseball. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the Phils first series of action against the Texas Rangers. Did Cristopher Sanchez prove yet again that he’ll be in the mix for the Cy Young this season? How did rookie OF Justin Crawford look in the field and at the plate? Should the Phillies be concerned about Aaron Nola and Jesus Luzardo’s first outings of the season? Plus, the Sixers might’ve had their best victory of the season on Saturday against the Charlotte Hornets with a fully healthy lineup. How dangerous can they be as the playoffs are quickly approaching? Cristopher Sanchez - (04:07) Justin Crawford - (09:29) JT Realmuto - (15:36) Aaron Nola - (24:00) Jesus Luzardo - (45:33) John Middleton/Harry the K’s dilemma - (1:00:00) Sixers Talk - (1:10:24) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest news and notes on the Eagles. As usual, Zach has his ZB3, this time involving the search for another safety after Reed Blankenship’s departure, the possibility of A.J. Brown remaining an Eagle, and whether the Eagles will be getting a new stadium. Plus, a mega mailbag that revisits a couple of stories from the past. How will the Eagles address the safety position? - (04:51) Eagles sign WR Elijah Moore - (19:26) Are the Eagles getting a new stadium? - (28:57) Mailbag - (1:08:46) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phillies season is upon us! The team will be back at the Bank to start the season against the Rangers this week. Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to preview the season. Yes, the Kapadia 10 is back! Find out Sheil's and Dabbundo’s bold Phillies predictions. Will Bryce Harper return to MVP form? Will a Phillies batter win a batting title, or will a Phillies pitcher win a Cy Young? Why did the Phillies restructure pitcher Cristopher Sánchez’s deal? Plus, some changes at Citizens Bank Park, and did Dabbundo try to stir the pot? Bold prediction - (03:15) Bryce Harper - (10:10) More likely to happen: hitter winning a batting title or pitcher getting a Cy Young? - (22:54) Andrew Painter - (32:59) Justin Crawford - (40:42) Cristopher Sánchez - (55:18) No more Harry the K’s - (1:14:36) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest news and notes on the Eagles. ZB is back with his ZB3 and has an interesting take on the Arnold Ebiketie signing. Could he potentially be the best pass rusher on the Eagles roster? What’s the latest on the additions of QB Andy Dalton, TE Stone Smartt, and RB Dameon Pierce? Plus, a monster mailbag that’s a must-listen. Arnold Ebiketie - (03:28) Eagles backup QB depth - (16:07) Current depth chart - (29:54) Mailbag - (50:06) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the World Baseball Classic finale and storylines surrounding the Phillies. Did Bryce Harper perform well enough for Phillies fans to feel good about him heading into the 2026 MLB season. Should Phillies fans feel encouraged by Aaron Nola’s pitching for the Italian team? Plus, the Eagles signed Marquise "Hollywood" Brown on Tuesday. Is this a sign of AJ Brown’s eventual departure? Bryce Harper’s WBC - (02:43) Aaron Nola’s performance - (18:07) JT Realmuto - (25:27) Bryson Stott - (31:45) Eagles sign Hollywood Brown - (1:03:34) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles' free agency so far. Tight end Dallas Goedert will return to the Eagles on a one-year deal, but why wasn't the market more robust for Goedert, who tied Trey McBride for the most touchdowns at the TE position? Of course, the dreaded A.J. Brown conversation continues. Will he ever be traded? Plus, what positions will the Eagles be looking to utilize their top picks on in this upcoming draft? Dallas Goedert returns to Philly - (05:23) Tanner McKee remains an Eagle - (19:51) A.J. Brown trade likelihood - (29:57) Offensive line issues - (44:25) Arnold Ebiketie signing - (53:47) 2026 draft - (1:03:54) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to discuss some of the newest additions to the Eagles. But first, the guys have to do a mandatory AJ Brown segment. What’s the latest on him possibly being traded? What are the player profiles for Arnold Ebiketie, Riq Woolen, and Johnny Mundt. Plus, Shawn’s Oscar nominees and a ‘Love Is Blind’ reunion review. AJ Brown trade speculation (4:11) Arnold Ebiketie player profile (9:23) Jonathan Jones player profile (20:31) Riq Woolen player profile (28:48) Johnny Mundt player profile (42:49) Shawn’s Oscar nominees (55:45) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss Day 2 of the NFL’s legal tampering period and the moves the Eagles have made. The Eagles landed Super Bowl LX champion and former Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen on a reported one-year deal. What’s his expected role in the secondary? The Eagles also signed veteran tight end Johnny Mundt and re-signed tight end Grant Calcaterra, but they still need to add an elite-level pass-catching tight end. With the Patriots signing Rome Doubs, what is the likelihood that A.J. Brown could become a Patriot? Plus, did Zach let his son get the Cooper DeJean haircut? Eagles sign Riq Woolen (3:50) Eagles sign Johnny Mundt (29:56) Grant Calcaterra era continues (39:01) AJ Brown’s future (43:56) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' free agency so far. A few guys from the team last season now have new homes and bigger deals, including Jaelan Phillips, Reed Blankenship, and Nakobe Dean. Should the Eagles have made an effort to keep them? The biggest question of the offseason: Will AJ Brown be an Eagle in 2026? Jordan Davis also got a massive deal, but was it warranted? Plus, what type of contract could Jalen Carter receive? Jaelan Phillips signs with the Carolina Panthers (4:07) How should the Eagles address the edge position? (12:18) AJ Brown ongoing discussion (18:57) Could the Eagles have kept Reed Blankenship? (30:06) Jordan Davis’ massive deal (40:45) Jalen Carter contract possibilities (50:22) Cam Jurgens goes to Colombia (1:03:34) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the major decisions looming for the Eagles' offseason. Zach dropped his blueprint for Howie Roseman to follow (https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7084093/2026/03/04/eagles-offseason-howie-roseman-aj-brown-free-agency/). The guys review a few of the biggest topics, including a possible AJ Brown trade and how the Eagles would have to replace him. Should the Eagles pursue Maxx Crosby? When should they extend Jalen Carter? Plus, a rant on the Sixers and a loaded mailbag! Should the Eagles trade AJ Brown? (04:00) Will the Eagles pursue Maxx Crosby? (12:12) Will Dallas Goedert be an Eagle next season? (27:04) Will Reed Blankenship be back? (37:32) Jihaad Campbell's potential as a starter (43:42) Possible extension for Jalen Carter (50:09) Nolan Smith possible extension (1:01:00) Mailbag (1:14:53) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by The Ringer's Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the Phillies as the World Baseball Classic gets underway and the team is at spring training. The guys discuss myriad topics, including Andrew Painter’s fastball, Bryson Stott’s outlook, and a new rule change. Plus, the usual nonsense and a conversation on booing players. Andrew Painter - (04:53) Bryson Stott - (14:08) New rule change - (46:46) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Roy Burton of The Broad Street Line to discuss all things Philly sports. First, the Sixers are coming off a tough loss to the Celtics on Sunday without Joel Embiid. Was that game a microcosm of the Sixers' problems overall? The guys address the biggest question in Philly sports: Will A.J. Brown be traded this offseason? Plus, who will shape Philly sports in 2026? Sixers discussion - (03:09) Playoff chances - (21:02) Thoughts on Eagles' offseason - (47:49) Who will shape Philly sports in 2026? - (1:00:38) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Roy Burton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the changes that may occur for the Eagles this offseason. The guys play a game of Stay or Go with the top Eagles free agents. Sheil and Zach also discuss a potential trade for A.J. Brown that has him reuniting with his former coach. Plus, the best segment in Philadelphia sports podcasting: the mailbag! Stay or Go free agent edition: Jaelan Phillips (04:45) Dallas Goedert (09:56) Reed Blankenship (13:37) Nakobe Dean (18:35) Speed round (29:08) Possible A.J. Brown trade (44:39) Mailbag (57:56) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic, who's live at the NFL scouting combine. Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni addressed the media recently and discussed a multitude of things about this offseason, including A.J. Brown. Will he be an Eagle next season? What was the process that led to Sean Mannion becoming the Eagles offensive coordinator? What is Mannion’s plan for Jalen Hurts? What are the chances Jaelan Phillips and Dallas Goedert return to the Eagles? Plus, ZB’s travel horror getting to Indy. Will A.J. Brown be an Eagle next season? - (07:13) Sean Mannion’s process of becoming OC - (22:22) Sirianni on Stoutland - (27:35) ZB's travel story - (49:15) Howie Roseman retaining players - (1:09:02) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Anthony Dabbundo to discuss the biggest Phillies headlines as spring training gets underway. Will Bryce Harper use Dave Dombrowski’s “not elite” comments as fuel entering the 2026 season? What led to Nick Castellanos being released and the Phillies ultimately eating $20 million? Who’s the most important player for the Phillies come April? Bryce Harper dynamics - (7:02) Schwarber signing back to Philly - (22:46) Nick Castellanos’s exit - (27:32) Most interesting on-field spring storyline - (41:59) Justin Crawford - (50:28) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Anthony Dabbundo Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the latest on the Eagles coaching changes. This week Zach has the ZB6 instead of just three. Why did Jeff Stoutland actually leave the organization? What’s the likelihood that Sean Mannion will be a successful OC? Was the Seahawks Super Bowl championship more of a GM win or a coaching win? Plus, a wild mailbag! Coaching Changes - (03:36) Chris Cooper hiring - (06:33) Jeff Stoutland reaction - (14:43) There’s a commitment to Sean Mannion’s scheme - (39:21) Mailbag - (1:03:14) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial 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 Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices