The Bill Barnwell Show

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The Bill Barnwell Show

Bill Barnwell and friends talk all things sports and beyond.

  1. 20 HR. AGO

    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

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    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

  3. 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

  4. 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

    1h 7m

  5. OCT 24

    NFL Trade Deadline 2024: Breaking Down Hypothetical Trades

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill breaks down the DeAndre Hopkins trade to the Kansas City Chiefs and how Hopkins can improve the Chiefs' offense. Then, he breaks down the unique spot Cooper Kupp is in and where he would be the best fit. Then, he tackles whether Mike Williams could be a potential fit to replace Mike Evans. Plus, will the Rams trade Matthew Stafford, and will the Vikings Trade J.J. McCarthy for Cooper Kupp? All that and more! :20 DeAndre Hopkins traded to the Kansas City Chiefs 2:33 Where will Cooper Kupp land? 12:00 Tyreek Hill to the Chargers? 14:47 Will Mike Williams be the best fit to replace Mike Evans? 15:45 Should the Browns trade Myles Garrett? 35:26 Should the Rams trade Matthew Stafford? 38:26 Vikings trade J.J. McCarthy for Cooper Kupp? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min

  6. OCT 22

    Significant Injuries in the NFL: Is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Season Over?

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN's Brooke Pryor joins the show to break down the injuries of Chris Godwin in the last minute of the matchup against the Baltimore Ravens and Mike Evans' hamstring injury in the first half of the game. Next, they discuss whether it was the right move by Todd Bowles to keep Baker Mayfield and Chris Godwin in the game late in the fourth quarter. Then, they analyze Lamar Jackson's standout performance and whether the Ravens are the best team in the AFC. Later, they tackle Jim Harbaugh's plan to bring Justin Herbert to the next level and whether the Cardinals are in playoff contention. Plus, they discuss Tua's return on Sunday and what precedent it sets for the rest of the league.  1:30 Chris Godwin's injury 4:50 Was it the right move to keep Baker Mayfield and Chris Godwin in the game? 6:30 Mike Evans' injury 14:07 Lamar Jackson's standout performance  17:20 Derrick Henry's management 21:21 Are the Ravens the best team in the AFC 28:00 How can Justin Herbert break through to the next level?  43:42 Are the Cardinals in playoff contention?  45:17 Tua's return  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 2m

  7. OCT 17

    NFL Trade News: Can Davante Adams Solve the Jets’ Problems?

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Matt Harmon joins the show to break down the biggest trade news, including Davante Adams heading to the Jets and the Bills trading for Amari Cooper. They tackle if Davante Adams is the key to solving the issues with the Jets’ offense, his previous relationship with Aaron Rodgers, and how this move will impact Garrett Wilson. Then, they discuss the Buffalo Bills trading to acquire Amari Cooper from the Bowns, the concerns surrounding Cooper, and how he will positively impact the Bills. Later, they break down the wide receiver struggles the Saints will face with Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed being ruled out against the Broncos. Plus, they discuss the future of the wide receiver position for the Raiders and Browns.  3:26 Will Davante Adams solve the Jets’ problems? 10:00 Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers familiarity  14:38 Garrett Wilson’s potential and how he will work with Adams 21:35 What happens to Garret Wilson? 29:40 Concerns about Amari Cooper 35:00 Cooper’s strengths and how he will impact the Bills 44:45 Saints WR struggles  48:11 Optimism levels of Raiders and Browns  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1 hr

  8. OCT 15

    Is There a Shift in the Jets? 

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, The Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue joins the show to break down whether there was a notable difference in the Jets after the Robert Saleh firing, the Jets’ inability to protect Aaron Rodgers, and the compounding issues of the Jets’ offense line. Then, they discuss what the Jets’ offense looked like with Todd Downing playcalling and what his future at the organization could be. Later, they break down how the Bills can build their identity as a running team and the struggles of the Bills’ receivers. Plus, they discuss how the officials have been impacting the games in the NFL.  3:12 Is this a different Jets team post-Robert Saleh firing? 11:36 The Jets’ inability to protect Aaron Rodgers  18:15 Can the Jets offense line bounce back? 30:00 What’s next for Todd Downing as Jets’ playcaller? 34:40 Can the Bills build their identity as a running team? 48:10 The officials impacting the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 6m
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  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
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