The Ringer's Philly Special

The Phillies have been on a roll all season long and currently have a 4.5-game lead in the NL East. Sheil has five takeaways from what he’s seen from the team so far this season. Are the Phillies a 100-win team? Which players have stepped up the most? How valuable has Ranger Suárez been the entire season? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Eagles' schedule has officially been released for the 2024 season. Sheil and UPenn professor Deniz Selman go over the schedule's strengths and weaknesses and predict the season record game by game. Which games will the fans be most interested in attending on the road? How can the NFL actually improve game scheduling instead of having multiple games start at once? Plus, the advantages of the new kickoff format. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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: Deniz Selman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil discusses what new Eagles DC Vic Fangio’s impact will be after the disastrous end of the 2023 season. How will Fangio mesh with the rest of the staff when training camp starts and the team will be managing the players' rep counts (02:12)? What are the most important parts of Fangio's defense (09:48)? Is the depth chart on defense better than it was last season (22:20)? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben are back for one final pod before Ben leaves for the birth of his first child. The guys do a mailbag following the draft and acquisition of undrafted free agents. Where does Jalen Hurts currently rank amongst the top QBs in the NFL (03:31)? Who will have a breakout season: Jordan Davis or Nakobe Dean (38:25)? Plus, voicemails and best rap disses of all time (45:56). We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the guys! @sheilkapadia @benjaminsolak @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies currently have the best record in MLB, which is something that we are not used to at this stage of the season. Sheil discusses the red-hot start for the Phightin' Phils (02:31). Sheil then examines the Eagles. In what areas of the offense did the Eagles improve (15:09)? Sheil contextualizes Joel Embiid’s career compared to other greats in NBA history (36:01). We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tobias Harris scored exactly zero points as the Sixers were eliminated on Thursday night by the New York Knicks in the first round. Sheil and Cliff talk about the lackluster performance from Harris, and how the Sixers have yet again come up short during the Joel Embiid era. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the guys! @sheilkapadia @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tyrese Maxey saved the Sixers season on Tuesday night with a 46-point effort as the Sixers staved off elimination in a 112-106 victory over the Knicks. Sheil and Cliff discuss the late game heroics led by Maxey and how the Sixers avoided elimination. Plus, voicemails! We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking News: The Eagles and former Jets first-round pick, offensive tackle Mekhi Becton, have agreed to terms on a one-year deal that could be worth up to $5.5 million, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported. Sheil opens up the pod discussing what Becton’s role could be with the Birds, and how the Eagles did in the draft. The Sixers lost a heartbreaker to the Knicks in Game 4. Sheil, Raheem, and Cliff discuss the turmoil that caused the loss, including the lack of hustle, scoring down the stretch, and Joel Embiid’s minutes. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 draft has come and gone and the Eagles added some interesting new additions on Day 3. Sheil and Ben review the draft overall and break down each player and what their role could be. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the guys! @sheilkapadia @benjaminsolak @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles selected Iowa CB Cooper DeJean in the second round at pick no. 40 overall. Sheil and Ben discuss trading up for DeJean and where he’ll line up in a now revamped secondary. Plus, could Jalyx Hint surprise some people with his standout abilities on the field? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles Draft Toledo CB Quinyon Mitchell! Plus, Day 2 Targets and Sixers Win The Eagles have selected CB Quinyon Mitchell with the 22nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. Sheil and Ben react to the Eagles landing the CB out of Toledo and what he’ll add to the defense. They also look ahead to some of the day two prospects the Eagles could be eyeing. Plus, the Sixers get a huge win behind Joel Embiid’s 50 point effort. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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, Chris Ryan, and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the guys! @sheilkapadia @benjaminsolak @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL draft week is finally upon us! Ben and Sheil have grinded the tapes, checked the highlights, and examined every prospect that the Eagles could potentially take in the 2024 NFL draft. Will the Eagles be trading up in the first round for a cornerback, or will they trade back for another coveted offensive lineman? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the guys! @sheilkapadia @benjaminsolak @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil has keyed in on the two prospects he believes the Eagles will come away with if they remain at pick no. 22 in the NFL draft. The Sixers fell short to the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference playoffs. Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer join the pod to discuss the loss and the fear that ran through everyone when Joel Embiid dropped to the ground grabbing his knee in the second quarter of Game 1. Plus, the Phillies are streaking thanks to Trea Turner's early-season surge. Sheil and Cliff end the pod with some more Sixers takes and jersey etiquette. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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, Chris Ryan, and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Follow the team! Sheil - @sheilkapadia Chris - @ChrisRyan77 Raheem - @iamrahstradamus Cliff- @daboulcliff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nico Batum went off for the Sixers and helped lead the team to victory against the Miami Heat in the play-in tournament. Sheil and Cliff discuss how the Sixers came out victorious and look ahead to their first-round playoff matchup against the Knicks. Are Joel Embiid’s injury and conditioning concerning? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following a report that came out from ESPN on Wednesday, how close was Bill Belichick to becoming the Eagles head coach this offseason? Sheil and Ben discuss Belichick’s coaching future and who will be the Eagles coach in 2025. Plus, they discuss the day two draft targets. Will the Eagles be aiming for more linemen, defensive backs, or receivers? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 NFL draft is almost here, and Sheil has more draft scenarios to run through. Which position should the Eagles avoid with their first-round pick (01:50)? The Sixers will face the Miami Heat Wednesday night in the play-in tournament. Sheil and Cliff get ahead of themselves and discuss how deep of a run the Sixers could make (29:50). Plus, what is wrong with the Phillies (1:01:55)? Lastly, they address the Allen Iverson statue controversy. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben have eight burning Eagles draft questions as the 2024 NFL draft quickly approaches. What realistic outcome for the Eagles would the guys hate to see on draft night? Which cornerback prospects could fall to the Eagles at 22? Who would the Eagles be eyeing if they traded back from 22? Plus, Sheil has a funny story about an interaction with a listener. We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil does the weekend roundup, starting with the Eagles. What are they going to do to address the offensive line during the draft (01:27)? Tyrese Maxey drops 52 in the Sixers' double-OT thriller in San Antonio. What are the vibes for the Sixers as the postseason approaches (21:24)? Plus, what’s the good and the bad in the very early portion of this Phillies season (29:48)? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 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 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 EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer to discuss some of the Eagles targets on the OL. How will they replace future Hall of Famer Jason Kelce? Will Tyler Steen develop into a starter for next season? Is there a lineman in the upcoming draft the Eagles should attempt to move up for? Plus, Joel Embiid returned to the court on Tuesday night, but does this mean the Sixers can make an actual playoff run? We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: EJ Smith Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is back from vacation and wants to give his thoughts on the past week in Philly sports. First, Camden’s own Haason Reddick was traded from the Eagles to the Jets for a conditional third-round pick (which can change to a second-round pick) in 2026 (02:08). Sheil then discusses Jeffrey Lurie’s presser from the owners meetings last week and Nick Sirianni’s status as the Eagles head coach (17:15). Finally, the Phillies got their first win of the season on Sunday (27:44)! We want to hear from you! 215-315-7982 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices