The Bill Barnwell Show

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Bill Barnwell and friends talk all things sports and beyond.

2 DAYS AGO

Predicting Starting Quarterback Shakeups in 2025

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal joins to predict who will be the starting quarterbacks in 2025 and break down the major QB shakeups this week, including the Atlanta Falcons starting Michael Penix Jr. over Kirk Cousins. Then, they discuss who could fill the starting quarterback role for the Cleveland Browns and whether Jacoby Brissett or Kirk Cousins will fill it. Next, they tackle if Aaron Rodgers will return to football next year and where would be a good landing spot for Rodgers. Later, they share if Sam Darnold will return to the Minnesota Vikings, which team he could be successful with, and if the Vikings should trade J.J. McCarthy if they stick with Sam Darnold. Plus, they discuss where Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders will land. All that and more! 4:08 Michael Penix Jr. named starting QB for Falcons 8:22 Could Kirk Cousins fit with the Cleveland Browns? 10:24 Kirk Cousins to the New Orleans Saints? 12:55 Jacoby Brissett to Cleveland Browns? 16:47 Aaron Rodgers landing spots 21:43 Sam Darnold to the Tennessee Titans or staying with the Vikings? 29;26 What’s next for Daniel Jones? 33:50 Who will be the starter for the Steelers next season? 37:00 Teddy Bridgewater’s return to the NFL? 39:40 Who will land Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders? 42:28 What’s next for Seattle and the Panthers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

52 min
5 DAYS AGO

MNF Recap: Caleb Williams REGRESSION, Sam Darnold’s Future, and Kirk Cousins Concern Levels

On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN's Ben Baby joins to break down the Monday Night Football doubleheader. They discuss how Caleb Williams has regressed, how the Bears can build around Williams, and what changes need to occur to bring Chicago to the next level. Next, they tackle how Sam Darnold has evolved throughout his career, whether J.J. McCarthy or Sam Darnold will be the starter for the Vikings next year, and if Minnesota can go on a deep playoff run with Darnold. Later, they discuss if Kirk Cousins should remain the starter or if Michael Penix Jr. should take the reins, concerns surrounding Cousins, and if the Atlanta Falcons can make it to the postseason. Plus, will Antonio Pierce return next year as head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders? All that and more! 2:20 Bears vs. Vikings Recap 3:24 Caleb Williams regression 13:25 Sam Darnold's evolution 32:05 Falcons vs. Raiders Recap 33:00 Kirk Cousins concerns 48:12 Will Antonio Pierce be back next year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 1m
DEC 12

Drafting Teams OUT of the NFL Playoff Picture

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, CBS Sports writer Will Brinson joins to draft the 18 teams out of NFL playoff contention this season by who will most likely make it to the postseason next year. They discuss whether the 49ers can make it back to the playoffs next season and what is fair compensation for Brock Purdy’s next contract. Then, they discuss Joe Burrow’s MVP odds if the Bengals were in the playoff race and if Matthew Stafford will return to the Los Angeles Rams next year. They tackle whether the Jacksonville Jaguars will fire Doug Pederson, how the Dallas Cowboys can bounce back, and the impact of the Achilles injury on Kirk Cousins. Plus, they discuss their confidence in Drake Maye leading the New England Patriots offense, Bryce Young's growth, and whether Will Levis will take a leap next season. All that and more! 2:10 San Francisco 49ers 7:50 Cincinnati Bengals 13:48 Los Angeles Rams 20:30 Chicago Bears 25:50 Jacksonville Jaguars 30:00 Dallas Cowboys 34:00 Atlanta Falcons 36:05 Cardinals 36:48 Miami Dolphins 39:13 New England Patriots 40:40 Carolina Panthers 43:40 Indianapolis Colts 44:33 Tennesse Titans 47:15 Cleveland Browns 48:19 New Orleans Saints 49:45 Las Vegas Raiders 50:47 New York Giants 52:30 New York Jets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 1m
DEC 10

Which Struggling Team Can Turn it Around & What's Sam Darnold's Future?

On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN writer and NFL rule expert Kevin Seifert joins to break down the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Dallas Cowboys matchup. They explain how the Bengals got the ball back after the blocked punt late in the fourth quarter, the amount of uncalled face mask penalties against quarterbacks this season, and whether the league must step in during the offseason to find a solution. Next, they tackle which struggling team can turn it around in 2025 between the Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals. Later, they break down the big picture for Sam Darnold, his performance this season, and how much of Darnold's success is due to the Viking's infrastructure. Plus, they discuss the future of the Vikings' quarterback position and whether Sam Darnold or J.J. McCarthy will be the starter for next year. 2:17 Bengals Blocked punt 7:15 Uncalled face mask penalties against quarterbacks 12:00 Who can turn it around in 2025: Cowboys or Bengals? 18:07 Questions surrounding Cowboys and Bengals coaching staff 24:30 Big Picture for Sam Darnold 35:40 What's the future for the Vikings QB position? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59 min
DEC 5

2024 NFL Quarterback Tiers with The Domonique Foxworth Show

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, special guests Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz join the show to give their updated 2024 quarterback tiers. They start the tier rankings with the bottom “You’ve embarrassed yourself, the franchise, the NFL, the sports world entirely…. You should be ashamed” tier. Then, they break down which QBs have the highest turnovers and inconsistencies, with the “old guys praying to be delivered from pick sixes" tier. Next, they break down which rookies have impressed with the “ladies and gentlemen, we got them” tier. Finally, they break down the elite QBs in the league. 5:28 Bottom tier 31:20 Rookie quarterback tiers 41:10 Fringe top 10 QBs 1:04:39 Elite tier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 15m
DEC 3

Quintessential Jameis Winston & Who is the FAVORITE for NFL MVP?

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN’s Marcel Louis-Jacques joins the show to break down the Denver Broncos’ victory over the Cleveland Browns. They discuss why this was a quintessential Jameis Winston game and if he will be Cleveland’s starting quarterback over Deshaun Watson next year. Then, they tackle Bo Nix’s performance, why Nix is in the conversation for Offensive Rookie of the Year, and whether the Denver Broncos can win a playoff game if they make it to the postseason. Next, they discuss who the top NFL MVP candidates are. They analyze if Josh Allen is the favorite to win MVP, whether Jared Goff is a strong contender for the award, and if Lamar Jackson or Derrick Henry could bring home MVP from the Baltimore Ravens. Later, they tackle what it will take for Saquon Barkley to win MVP and the hurdles running backs must overcome to win the award. Plus, they discuss what it means to win NFL MVP. All that and more! 2:08 Jameis Winston’s performance 14:00 Should Jameis Winston be the starter next year? 15:20 Bo Nix Performance and Offensive Rookie of the Year discussion 24:38 Can the Broncos win a playoff game? 26:40 Who should be the MVP? 27:45 Is Josh Allen the favorite for NFL MVP? 35:05 Case for Jared Goff to win the award 42:17 Can Lamar Jackson or Derrick Henry win MVP? 46:30 What’s it going to take for Saquon Barkley to win MVP? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 6m
NOV 26

Answering Burning Questions: Can the Green Bay Packers Win the NFC?

On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill breaks down which team besides the Detroit Lions has the best chance of winning the NFC and breaks down Jordan Love's struggles. Next, Bill answers if Jerod Mayo is a good coach and explains why Bill Belichick is the greatest defensive coach ever. Then, he tackles if Josh Allen is a likely candidate for NFL MVP and what game will define his MVP resume. Later, Bill discusses how the Kansas City Chiefs can return to championship form and which losing record team has a shot at the postseason. All that and more! 1:44 Which team has the best chance to represent the NFC apart from the Lions 3:19 Jordan Love's struggles 6:30 Who will be the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers next year? 8:22 Is Jerod Mayo a good coach? 10:22 NFL MVP questions 15:37 Bo Nix's rise 19:30 What should Joe Schoen prioritize in the draft? 23:10 How can the Chiefs get back to championship form? 35:00 Could the Lions beat a team of college all-stars if they played in flip-flops 40:50 What Super Bowl matchup would be the worst in history? 44:15 Are Bryce Young and Anthony Richardson proof young QBs sit and learn? 43:40 Why wouldn't the Panther's default plan be to go with Bryce Young next year? 46:30 Which sub .500 team can make the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

57 min
NOV 21

New York Jets FIRE Joe Douglas + Ranking Best & Worst General Manager Situations

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, the Ringer’s Danny Heifetz joins to discuss the New York Jets firing GM Joe Douglas and rank which general manager situations are the best and worst across the NFL. They use a hypothetical scenario where every GM across the league has been fired with the same ownership, rosters, and salary cap situations. Which position is most enticing? They discuss why being the New York Jets GM would be the worst position with their current quarterback situation and continue breaking down the bottom-tier teams with the Carolina Panthers and the Cleveland Browns. Next, they discuss how the sky is falling for the Dallas Cowboys and if they could build a roster around Dak Prescott. Later, they tackle fixing the New York Giants and discuss whether Bill Belichick will land at the Jacksonville Jaguars. Plus, they debate who has the best GM situation between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills. 5:13 Worst situation tier 19:00 Middle tier 47:06 Top tier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 12m

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Fix the audio

Sep 26

Proprietor of The Rage Cafe

I like the content of this show, but either bill needs to get a new mic or probably more accurately the producer needs to balance this audio better. The podcast audio is noticeably quiet and the commercials, by contrast, BLAST my ear drums every time they come on because I have to have the volume up so high. Come on, ESPN.
Brilliant

Dec 1

Bennyscience

Bill is super knowledgeable and interesting, and gas great guests. He does need to sort out his sound quality though!
Barnwell is the Best

Nov 28

TheFrankGoreRespecter

It’s hard to beat the intelligence and care Barnwell puts into his work.
Don’t always agree but respect his opinion

Nov 21

Gary Veg

Bill is one of the most knowledgeable and thoughtful analysts out there. I don’t always agree with him but I do respect his opinion. You’ll be smarter for listening if nothing else.