The Bill Barnwell Show

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Bill Barnwell and friends talk all things sports and beyond.

19 HR. AGO

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
2 DAYS AGO

Unanswered Questions for Houston Texans & New York Giants BENCH Daniel Jones

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN writer Seth Walder joins the show to break down the one-sided Texas battle between the Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys. They discuss the unanswered questions surrounding the Houston Texans’ offense, whether the Texans need to increase their run game, and how Nico Collins’ return will impact C.J. Stroud. Next, they tackle whether the criticism of Mike McCarthy is justified, the defensive stars of the Houston Texans, and if it’s possible for Houston to make it to the Super Bowl. Later, Tommy DeVito is starting for the New York Giants. They attempt to make a case for why Daniel Jones should still be starting, pinpoint the moment when Brian Daboll decided to bench Jones, and if we have seen the last of Daniel Jones as a starter in the NFL. Plus, they discuss whether the New York Giants should have re-signed Saquon Barkley and if giving Daniel Jones a multi-year guarantee was a mistake. They debate if the Giants should have started Drew Lock over Tommy DeVito and discuss if the New York Giants are tanking. Lastly, they breakdown whether the Baltimore Ravens need to reevaluate kicker Justin Tucker based on his recent performance and what's next for Tucker. 4:10 Unanswered questions surrounding the Houston Texans 17:00 Criticism surrounding Mike McCarthy’s decision making 22:17 Could the Texans make it to the Super Bowl? 25:03 New York Giants benching Daniel Jones for Tommy DeVito 39:30 Should the Giants have re-signed Saquon Barkley? 43:10 Drew Lock vs. Tommy DeVito: who should the Giants start? 51:30 Should the Baltimore Ravens reevaluate Justin Tucker? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 11m
NOV 14

Evolution of the NFL: Has the Game Declined?

On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Nate Tice joins the show to break down how the game has evolved. They discuss whether defenses have progressively become better or if offenses have become worse over time and the impact of fantasy football on the game. Then, they discuss the disconnect between people's perceptions of the game and the reality of the data. Later, they break down if tackling is the best it has ever been in NFL history. Plus, they discuss Tom Brady's past comments about the quality of play and how technology has changed the game. 4:10 Favorite sports memories 7:45 Was football better in the past? 13:30 Have defenses increased in skill across the league or have offenses gotten worse over time 15:00 Impact of fantasy football on the perception of the game 18:30 What is ideal football? 23:00 Disconnect between what people perceive and reality 30:05 Is tackling now the best in NFL history? 40:00 Tom Brady's comments about the quality of play 50:00 How has technology changed the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 3m
NOV 12

Can the Bears Bounce Back, MNF Recap & Biggest Breakout Teams in the NFL

In today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill explains what’s happening in Chicago, including if Caleb Williams can turn it around and whether coaching changes will improve the state of the Bears in this week’s Bill’s Blackboard. Next, The 33rd Team writer Dan Pizzuta joins the show to break down the battle between the Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams. They discuss the offensive staples for Miami and how Tyreek Hill opens up areas for other receivers. Then, they tackle the letdown of the Los Angeles Rams offense and the interesting decision-making in the Sean McVay Era. Plus, they discuss the surprising rise of the Arizona Cardinals and if they are for real. Later, they discuss how the Chargers’ defense has shown the biggest improvement and Justin Herbert’s growth. All that and more! 0:15 Bill's Blackboard: Struggles of the Chicago Bears & will coaching changes be the fix? 11:08 Offensive victory of the Miami Dolphins 20:30 Struggles of the Los Angeles Rams 38:30 Breakout teams: Arizona Cardinals 50:41 Breakout teams: Los Angeles Chargers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 12m
NOV 8

Biggest Trade Deadline Surprises & Missed Opportunities

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, The Boston Herald writer Doug Kyed breaks down the biggest missed opportunities by teams during the trade deadline, including the New England Patriots and the surprising moves from the Miami Dolphins. Then, they discuss whether this is a short-term benching of Anthony Richardson and how the ownership of the Colts impacts his future in Indianapolis. Next, they break down what’s next for the Dallas Cowboys and why they traded for Jonathan Mingo. Plus, Bill explains why he was most curious with the decisions made by the New York Giants and the fascinating situation surrounding the Giants. :31 New England Patriots 6:38 Miami Dolphins 11:04 Indianapolis Colts 15:26 Tennessee Titans 21:16 Jacksonville Jaguars 30:51 Cowboys & Jonathan Mingo trade 36:21 Most curious team: New York Giants 42:41 Most fascinating situation in football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54 min
NOV 5

Winners & Losers of the NFL Trade Deadline

On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN's Ben Solak joins the show to break down the biggest NFL trade news, including Marshon Lattimore going to the Washington Commanders and the impact Lattimore can make with Washington. Next, they dive into the Lions acquiring Za'darius Smith and how he raises the floor for the Detroit Lions. Later, they dive into the Steelers acquiring Preston Smith and how productive Mike Williams will be for Pittsburgh. Plus, they tackle why the Cowboys acquiring Jonathan Mingo was the weirdest trade and give their spiciest takes from the deadline. 2:18 Commanders acquire Marshon Lattimore 9:32 What does the Lattimore movement and Dennis Allen firing mean for New Orleans 17:50 Lions acquire Za'darius Smith 23:40 What was surprising about the Cleveland Browns during the deadline 27:30 The weirdest team in football 28:55 Steelers acquire Preston Smith and Mike Williams 39:00 Most interesting trade: Jonathan Mingo to the Cowboys 51:49 Spiciest deadline take Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 hr
OCT 31

Biggest Trade News & Which Teams Can Bounce Back?

On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, SB Nation writer JP Acosta joins the show to discuss if the Cam Robinson trade makes sense for the Vikings, whether the Jaguars’ organization should clean house, and if the Jaguars head coaching position is appealing with Trevor Lawrence leading the offense. Then, they discuss the Diontae Johnson trade to the Baltimore Ravens and why he is being traded for late-round picks. Next, they break down the benching of Anthony Richardson, what would have happened if Richardson had lied to the media, and what is the plan for the Colts. Later, they analyze which teams can bounce back in the second half of the season. 1:30 Minnesota Vikings trade to acquire Cam Robinson 10:46 Should the Jaguars’ organization start entirely fresh? 16:25 Diontae Johnson trade 21:15 Anthony Richardson benching 35:00 Which teams can turn it around? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

56 min
OCT 29

Anthony Richardson BENCHED & Abandoning Preseason Predictions

On today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, CBS writer Will Brinson joins to break down how wrong we were in our preseason predictions. Fist, Bill breaks down the breaking news coming out of today including Stefon Diggs’ season ending injury and Anthony Richardson being benched for Joe Flacco. Then, Will Brinson joins to discuss the Houston Texans playoff picture, Anthony Richardson tapping out of the game, and how their expectations of the Eagles have shifted since the start of the season. Later, they discuss the unfathomable way the Jets’ season has progressed and their concerns for the Bengals. Plus, they discuss which losing record team could make it to the playoffs. :30 Stefon Diggs out for the season 1:12 Benching Anthony Richardson 10:20 Steelers Quarterback expectations 20:40 Houston Texans playoff picture 29:30 Philadelphia Eagles expectations 34:00 Dallas Cowboys concerns 41:30 Abandoning Breece Hall RB1 and Jets offensive struggles 51:30 Inconsistency of the Bengals 56:30Tee Higgins trade? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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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.
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2 days ago

blingking88

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Audio Mixing

Nov 12

dt714

Not the first to say, but audio is lacking for what otherwise is a quality show: - Bills audio is muffled, quiet, and cuts in and out. It’s like he’s leaning toward and away from a mic. - Bills audio is always waaaaay quieter than his guests. I have to turn up the volume to hear him, but his guests are then super loud - Ad reads are turned up to 11, I almost don’t want to listen with headphones. Going from bills rapid and muffled audio, to a professional reading is jarring. Even his own ad reads are night and day. It’s like he did the ads in a studio and the episode in a bathroom.
Good stuff, but prepare to focus on same teams every week

Oct 29

ElSmooterino

Been following Barnwell since the Grantland days, and have always enjoyed his football insights. While the show is still enjoyable, it’s becoming clear that the podcast is a lower priority for Bill as he does more TV hits. Part of that shows in that it’s almost always the same teams being discussed every week, which is great if you’re a fan of the Steelers, Jets, Giants, Eagles or Cowboys. As a Packers/NFC North fan, I’ve come to accept that Bill just doesn’t follow the division closely and really seems out-of-depth when forced to discuss it.