The Ringer's Philly Special

The 2023 NFL draft is one week away, and Sheil and Ben have been evaluating prospects nonstop the past few weeks. Could the Eagles trade up in the draft to get Georgia DL Jalen Carter? Could they trade back from no. 10 to add more picks? Is Texas RB Bijan Robinson a real possibility for the Birds? There’s no way the Eagles wouldn’t take a RB that high. Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers take a 2-0 lead in the first round of the playoffs against the Brooklyn Nets thanks to Tyrese Maxey’s 33-point outing. Joel Embiid had a solid performance despite facing double- and triple-teams, pouring in 20 points and 19 rebounds. However, Sheil and Raheem are concerned with how much James Harden struggled in the contest. Raheem explains his tweet that had Sixers Twitter in a frenzy. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rejoice Eagles fans! The Birds have locked in their QB of the future with a five-year extension worth up to $255 million, including $179.304 million guaranteed. Jalen Hurts has been nothing but impressive since being drafted in the second round back in 2020. Hurts led the Eagles to the Super Bowl and was an MVP candidate during the 2022 campaign, warranting a big extension. Sheil and Ben react to the deal and discuss how the cap will affect the team going forward. Leave Us a Voicemail: 215-315-7982 Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers set a new playoff franchise record with 21 three’s in their 121-101 rout of the Brooklyn Nets in Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs. Chris and Cliff discuss the victory and the key observations that led to the Sixers hitting so many triples against the Nets. Host: Chris Ryan Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The journey to the draft continues for the Eagles as fans are anticipating them picking up key players in hopes of another Super Bowl run. Fran Duffy of the Philadelphia Eagles joins Sheil to discuss the top prospects and a few different scenarios that could play out on draft night. Plus, Bryce Harper is looking at an early return to help the struggling Phillies (49:45). And what are the realistic expectations for the Sixers and this playoff run (58:40)? Let your voice be heard! 215-315-7982 Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Fran Duffy Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers are set to take on the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the playoffs, and the future of the franchise seems to depend on the outcome of this postseason run. Chris and Raheem answer a few questions about the series and what happens beyond. Is there added pressure on Joel Embiid if he does finally win the MVP award? Who’s the most important player for the Sixers on this playoff run? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2023 NFL draft is less than three weeks away, and Eagles fans are clamoring to know what the Birds will do with their two first-round picks. This week, the fans have weighed in with questions, and they want to know what the dream scenarios are to improve the squad after the Super Bowl run last season. Please leave a voicemail! 215-315-7982 Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Cliff got the chance to visit Yankee Stadium as the Phillies lost two out of three to the Bronx Bombers in the early season matchup. Where is the current panic meter for the Phils after getting out to a 1-5 start? Plus, Jalen Carter visited the Eagles, who currently hold the no. 10 overall pick. Could the Birds be seeking another Dawg to add to the line? Did Joel Embiid lock up the MVP with his 52-point performance against the Celtics? Please Leave Us a Voicemail! 215-315-7982 Host: Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Embiid continued his quest for the NBA MVP on Tuesday with a 52-point performance against the Celtics, but did the victory raise some concerns for the team heading into the playoffs? Chris and Raheem address some of the highs and lows for the Sixers as the season comes to a close. Can they rely on James Harden to perform and be healthy in the playoffs? Which bench and role players could we see getting more minutes in the playoff rotation? Hosts: Raheem Palmer and Chris Ryan Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our Eagles draft preview continues. Who are the Birds eyeing at no. 30? Ben and Sheil have done extensive research on the top prospects that could be available late in the first round or early in the second round. The Eagles might be looking to fill the safety void with Alabama DB Brian Branch, or could they be looking to beef up the D-line with Clemson’s Bryan Bresee? Hit us up with hashtag #RingerPhilly. What prospects do you want to know about? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies didn’t make the immediate splash fans were hoping for, considering Aaron Nola’s rough outing, which found him pulled from the game after surrendering five runs in 3 ⅔ innings. Alex Coffey of the Philadelphia Inquirer joined Sheil to discuss the disappointing start to the season and share some insight on what to expect with the starting rotation and batting order. Plus, the group chat continues! Cliff’s friends have some wild takes on Joel Embiid’s candidacy, Jalen Hurts vs. Lamar Jackson, and some Philly food staples. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Alex Coffey Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2023 NFL draft is less than a month away, and Ben and Sheil have been knee-deep in their research of this year's top prospects. The Eagles currently hold the no. 10 overall pick and have some voids to fill after an offseason that saw a few key members of the team depart for other teams. Will the Eagles take a splash at 10 with Texas RB Bijan Robinson? Would they prefer to add corner depth with Oregon’s Christian Gonzalez? Would Jalen Carter’s off-the-field issues prevent the Eagles from taking the elite pass rusher? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Embiid sat out Monday night against the Denver Nuggets and fellow MVP candidate Nikola Jokic due to a calf injury. Did he hurt his MVP chances by not playing in the game? Are the Sixers at fault for playing him in back-to-back games against the Warriors and Suns on their road trip? Chris and Raheem aren’t particularly happy with how the Sixers handled the situation. Is this the best team of the Joel Embiid era? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phillies season opener is just one week away, and Sheil is so excited that he had to call his boys James Seltzer and Jack Fritz from the ‘High Hopes’ podcast and SportsRadio 94 WIP to preview the season. When will two-time MVP Bryce Harper return to the lineup? Will Trea Turner make a run at MVP in his first season with the Phillies? Plus, who’s currently the best athlete in Philadelphia? Is it Embiid, Harper, or Hurts? Who's the top Philly athlete? @SheilKapadia @daboulcliff Host: Sheil Kapadia Guests: James Seltzer and Jack Fritz Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers currently sit third in the Eastern Conference behind the Bucks and the Celtics, and have won nine of their last 10 games. James Harden suffered an apparent foot injury in Monday’s loss to the Bulls and Joel Embiid suffered a calf injury in Wednesday’s victory against the Bulls. How concerned should Sixers fans be as they head toward the playoffs? Is this the same ole hurt Sixers limping into the postseason, or is this nothing to be concerned about? Raheem and Sheil discuss that and how the team has looked in this recent run. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles lost S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson to the Lions. Gardner-Johnson signed with the Detroit Lions for a one-year, below-market deal worth $8 million, which had fans scratching their heads as to why the Eagles couldn’t retain the 2022 NFL interceptions leader. Sheil and Ben discuss what possibly led to Gardner-Johnson’s departure and talk about his agents tweeting information about what the Eagles offered him. Which free agent safeties should the Eagles look for to fill the void? Plus, they look at other signings and departures, including backup QB Marcus Mariota, OL Isaac Seumalo, and DB Greedy Williams. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All-Pro CB Darius Slay will remain with the Eagles after reports earlier on Wednesday said that he and the team were parting ways. Sheil and Ben discuss what led to Slay remaining on the squad and the ramifications it will have on the salary cap. One of the Eagles' longest-tenured players in franchise history, Fletcher Cox, will also re-sign with the team on a “hometown discount" deal, but was this in fact a discount, or is this what the market dictated? Also, Joel has been on such a tear that he is now the odds-on MVP favorite. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers are currently on a six-game winning streak following a victory Wednesday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, in which Joel Embiid scored 36 points and collected 18 rebounds. Chris and Raheem discuss Embiid possibly being the best Sixer they’ve ever watched, and how well James Harden has grasped the offense and controlled the game against the Cavs. On the flip side, how concerned should fans be about the defense at the start of games? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the second day of the legal tampering period, the Eagles re-signed All-Pro CB James Bradberry to a three-year, $38 million deal and added former Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny. Sheil and Ben discuss Tuesday’s moves and try to decipher if there’s any validity to the Darius Slay trade rumors. Does Bradberry re-signing indicate that Chauncey Gardner-Johnson will return next season? Also, A.J. Brown sparked a big fruit discussion on Twitter, which had Sheil, Ben, and Cliff wondering what the best fruits are. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the very early stages of free agency, the Eagles have so far lost three defensive starters from last season: DT Javon Hargrave, LB T.J. Edwards, and S Marcus Epps; however, team leaders and still very productive players C Jason Kelce and DE Brandon Graham are returning. Sheil and Ben break down the key losses and additions, who they should try to retain from last year’s team, and free agents on the market they should pursue. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil finally joins Raheem and Chris to talk more about the Sixers and how enjoyable this team has been to watch in recent weeks. Is the 'Philly Special' finally turning the corner and starting to believe that the dynamic duo of James Harden and Joel Embiid can take this team deep into the playoffs? Plus, Chris makes a bold statement about the MVP race. Sheil and Cliff also touch on some Philly sports topics that the people want to hear about, including free agent safety Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Raheem Palmer, and Chris Ryan Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers are 4-1 on their current road trip after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night, and Chris and Raheem have been pulled back into believing this year’s team can make a deep run. The MVP conversation has been heating up, and Joel Embiid has been extremely dominant, but will he fall to Nikola Jokic again? Plus, do the Sixers have a Big Three in Joel Embiid, James Harden, and Tyrese Maxey? Hosts: Raheem Palmer and Chris Ryan Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles currently have 12 free agents on Sheil’s top 100 free agents list. Sheil and Ben discuss which of those free agents the Eagles should try to bring back. Some of the bigger names include Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, Javon Hargrave, James Bradberry IV, Miles Sanders, and Jason Kelce. Plus, the Giants sign Daniel Jones to a four-year contract and franchise-tag Saquon Barkley. Cliff also attempts to name every current NFL player who played at Temple. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers are coming off a tough loss against the Mavericks in which Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic both had 40-point games. Chris and Raheem discuss whether starting Tyrese Maxey or De’Anthony Melton makes a huge difference on the defensive end. Paul Reed has essentially been given the backup center role and is playing well when Joel Embiid is on the bench. Plus, will James Harden head back to Houston if the Sixers don’t make a deep postseason run? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh out of the All-Star break, the Sixers defeated the Grizzlies in one of the best victories they've had this season. They followed it up by losing two games that came down to the wire against the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat. Chris and Raheem are back to discuss those games and what it will take for the Sixers to overcome their kryptonite, the Celtics. Plus, what has been going on with Tyrese Maxey recently? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Shane Steichen and Jonathan Gannon both landed head coaching gigs following the Eagles’ Super Bowl loss, Philly has yet to fill its offensive and defensive coordinator positions. There have been some interesting names floating around, including current Eagles QB coach Brian Johnson and Seattle Seahawks assistant Sean Desai, but no hires have been made. Ben and Sheil discuss who they would like to see fill the positions. Plus, we review the Super Bowl film (23:51) and Cliff tells us how eerie the streets of Philadelphia were after the loss. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming off a win against Eastern Conference foe Cleveland Cavaliers, the Sixers currently sit in third place in the East, just two behind the Celtics, who are in first. Chris and Raheem assess where the Sixers are as they head into the All-Star break. Jalen McDaniels, Joel Embiid, and James Harden have played exceptionally well this season, but what will it take for the Sixers to finally get past the second round? Plus, which Sixers team was your favorite? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen and defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon were both announced for different head-coaching jobs on Tuesday. Steichen will be headed to the Indianapolis Colts, and Gannon will be in Arizona with the Cardinals. Which former coordinator is the bigger loss? Plus, will the Eagles replace them from within their staff or seek help from outside candidates? Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, and the Chiefs have won the Super Bowl for the second time in four seasons. The Eagles played well, offensively led by Jalen Hurts, who accounted for 304 passing yards, 70 on the ground, and four total TDs. But Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs were just too much for the Birds. There was a controversial call in the fourth quarter with just under two minutes left where James Bradberry was flagged for defensive holding. Eagles fans felt like the call was extremely questionable and cost them the game, but how do Ben and Sheil feel about it? Plus, what’s next for the squad with so many key players heading into free agency Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve finally made it, folks! The final Thursday 10 of the season is here! Sheil and Ben answer the questions that the Philly faithful have been clamoring for answers to the last two weeks. Will there be a Philly Special Part 2? Will the coverage be effective enough for the pass rushers to get after Patrick Mahomes? How tight will this game be in the closing moments? Plus, did Drake give the Eagles the kiss of death? Our e-mail is [email protected] Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers lost to the Boston Celtics yet again, even with a number of key Boston players sidelined and Jayson Tatum only scoring 12 points. Realistically speaking, how do the Sixers stack up in the Eastern Conference with Boston and Milwaukee improving during the deadline and the Sixers trading Matisse Thybulle? Sr. Ringer NBA writer Michael Pina joined Raheem Palmer to discuss the state of the Sixers after the deadline. Host: Raheem Palmer Guest: Michael Pina Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Sheil got a chance to catch up with Bo Wulf and Zach Berman of the ‘Birds With Friends’ pod in Part 2 of their Super Bowl preview, with some great questions from the listeners. Should Howie have drafted someone other than Jordan Davis in the first round? If the Eagles were to win the opening toss, should they receive or defer? Is the excitement level the same for this team as it was for the 2017 Super Bowl championship team? Please listen to Part 1 of the preview on the ‘Birds With Friends’ podcast feed. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Guests: Zach Berman and Bo Wulf Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will the Eagles try to slow down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' explosive offense? Sheil and Ben have crunched the numbers and have an idea of what Jonathan Gannon has to do. Who has the best matchup on the defensive side for the Eagles? Could this be a run-heavy game for Andy Reid? Will this be a nail-biter of a game, or will one team run away with the victory? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Sheil are coming to you live from Arizona fresh off media night and ready to discuss the matchups ahead of Super Bowl LVII. Today they look at the Eagles offense vs. Chiefs defense. How aggressive must the Eagles offense be knowing that Patrick Mahomes is on the other side for the Chiefs? What should the game plan be to try to contain All-Pro DT Chris Jones? Will the Eagles have to air it out knowing Jalen Hurts’s deep ball hasn’t been the same since suffering a shoulder injury? Also, could we see an offensive lineman win Super Bowl MVP for the first time ever? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Super Bowl week is upon us, and what better way to start the week than podding with ESPN NFL analyst and writer Mina Kimes? Mina, Sheil, and Ben discuss a variety of things heading into Super Bowl LVII, including Jalen Hurts throwing the deep ball with a possibly injured shoulder, the post–Tyreke Hill era Chiefs, and what the game plan should be to try and limit Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs' offense. They also debate proper house temperatures and when to wear jeans. Hit us up all week using the hashtag #RingerPhilly @SheilKapadia @BenjaminSolak @daboulcliff Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Guest: Mina Kimes Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel Embiid was an All-Star snub as a starter. James Harden was just an outright All-Star snub, but could this actually be good for the Sixers in the long run? Kyrie also requested a trade from division rival Brooklyn Nets. Does this increase the Sixers' chances of winning the East? Plus, Chris, Raheem, and Cliff take a quick detour into Big 5 basketball and Philly high school basketball. Host: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phoenixville native, Temple University alum, and 'SportsCenter' anchor Kevin Negandhi joined Sheil, Ben, and Cliff to talk about the Eagles heading to the Super Bowl, Jalen Hurts’s arc the past two years, and Negandhi's Philly ties. Plus, another Temple alum, Haason Reddick, has been a force for the Eagles all season. Kevin speaks about his journey from being a walk-on at Temple out of Camden, New Jersey, to becoming a Defensive Player of the Year candidate. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Guest: Kevin Negandhi Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben are checking the temperature on the Eagles heading into their matchup against the Chiefs for the Super Bowl crown. What’s the confidence level that the Eagles should have facing likely two-time MVP Patrick Mahomes? How should the Birds feel about going against the Chiefs defense and All-Pro DT Chris Jones? If the Eagles were to win another Super Bowl, who’s most likely to be named MVP? Plus, the art of debating sports in Philadelphia. Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Eagles on a magical Super Bowl run, Sheil had to call up Philly sports media legend Ray Didinger to get his perspective on this year's Eagles team. Sheil and Ray bounce from discussing whether this is the best Eagles team we’ve ever seen during Ray's time covering the Birds to the evolution of Jalen Hurts as a QB and Nick Sirianni as a head coach. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Ray Didinger Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles are headed to the Super Bowl for the second time in five years after blowing the 49ers out Sunday afternoon at the Linc. Sheil and Ben discuss the high level of coaching that the Eagles displayed and give some very early matchup predictions for the game, as they are set to face former Eagles head coach Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs. Hit us up using the hashtag #RingerPhilly @SheilKapadia @BenjaminSolak @daboulcliff Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don’t look now, but the Sixers are 16-4 in their last 20 games after beating the Nets in Ben Simmons’s second return to Philly on Wednesday night. The Sixers are currently in second place in the Eastern Conference and just three games behind the Celtics. How good has this team been offensively since Tyrese Maxey began coming off the bench? Also, Chris and Raheem discuss whether the NBA needs rivalries to bring some life into the regular season. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben have been giving you previews all week, but the final preview and predictions are here in the Thursday 10. What should the Eagles do on offense to control the game? What will it take to stop the 49ers’ lethal “death lineup”? How vital is Jason Kelce to the Eagles offense, particularly in this game? Plus, find out whether Ben has changed his mind about this game and what the outcome will be. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben and Sheil have yet another preview for you, but this time they’ve called up Rob “Stats" Guerrera of 'The Gold Standard.' They take a deeper dive into the matchup but with a 49ers view. How does Nick Sirianni stack up against Kyle Shanahan? Will Christian McCaffrey be effective vs. the Eagles run defense? Who on the Eagles defense will the 49ers target? Are the 49ers susceptible to the deep ball against Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and DeVonta Smith? We answer those questions and more! Get your Thursday 10 questions in! @SheilKapadia @BenjaminSolak @daboulcliff. Use the hashtag #RingerPhilly Hosts: Ben Solak and Sheil Kapadia Guest: Robert “Stats” Guerrera Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and Ben are joined by Eagles beat writer Jimmy Kempski of the Philly Voice to preview the heavyweight NFC championship game bout this Sunday at the Linc. The guys discuss who could have a big game for the Birds, which pass rusher between Nick Bosa and Haason Reddick will have a bigger game, and which under-the-radar Eagle could have a major impact on the game. Also, have Nick Sirianni’s pizza choices changed since Pizza Hut-gate? Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Guest: Jimmy Kempski Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 49ers defeated the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night and will face the Eagles next weekend at the Linc for a chance to play in the Super Bowl. Sheil and Ben are back with some immediate matchup thoughts on how this one will play out. What should the Eagles' scheme be to stop the vaunted 49ers offense led by "Mr. Irrelevant" Brock Purdy? How does the Eagles offense stack up against a ferocious 49ers defense that loves to hit? Plus, we try to get Cliff and Sheil jobs at Temple University. Send us your thoughts at #RingerPhilly @SheilKapadia @BenjaminSolak @daboulcliff Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Philadelphia Eagles advance through to the NFC Championship Game after beating the New York Giants in the Divisional Round on Saturday night 38-7. Sheil and Ben discuss the overall dominance from both sides of the ball at the Linc. Which opponent should the Eagles want to face between the Dallas Cowboys or the San Francisco 49ers? Plus, Nick Sirianni has fully embraced Philadelphia, and we are here for it. Hit us up using the hashtag #RingerPhilly Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Sixers avoided the LA flu, defeating both the Lakers and Clippers and going 3-0 during their current West Coast road trip. Chris was in attendance for both LA games, and gives his perspective on how the team looked up close. Has Tyrese Maxey coming off the bench been working for the Sixers? How has Joel Embiid and James Harden’s chemistry been developing? Plus, what’s the long-term solution for the backup center role? Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are just two days away from the Eagles facing division rival New York Giants for the third time this season, with a trip to the NFC championship on the line. Sheil was feeling under the weather, so we called up Brandon Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation, SB Nation, and BGN Radio to give his thoughts on how the highly anticipated matchup will play out. Will Wink Martindale’s heavily blitz-oriented defense have an effect on Jalen Hurts? How will Lane Johnson look playing through a core injury? Plus, we investigate Nick Sirianni’s pizza place choices after he had Giants Twitter in an uproar. Host: Ben Solak Guest: Brandon Gowton, SB Nation Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The New York Giants pulled out a win on the road in Minnesota, which means that they will face the Eagles for the third time this season for a chance to advance to the NFC championship game. Sheil, Benny Sols, and Cliff are back with some quick thoughts about the matchup before the big preview on Thursday. How much of a threat do the Giants pose to the Eagles this time around with some key players coming back from injury? We need to hear from Eagles fans! Hit us up at 215-315-7982 or use the hashtag #RingerPhilly. Hosts: Sheil Kapadia & Ben Solak Producer: Cliff Augustin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Raheem are joined by Justin Verrier to discuss The Ringer's NBA rankings and where some of the Sixers are on the list. Is Joel Embiid ranked too low? Plus, Sixers fans have been pondering the thought of Tyrese Maxey coming off the bench in favor of De’Anthony Melton, who’s started the majority of the season and gives the team an edge defensively. Hosts: Chris Ryan and Raheem Palmer Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Cliff Augustin Should Maxey come off the bench? - 215-315-7982 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices