The Bill Barnwell Show

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The Bill Barnwell Show

Bill Barnwell and friends talk all things sports and beyond.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Jets Dysfunction: Was Firing Robert Saleh Justified? 

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN writer Seth Walder joins to break down the news of Robert Saleh's firing from the New York Jets. They discuss if it was reasonable for the Jets to part ways with Saleh, how much he was to blame for the Jets' struggling offense, and what the future of the Jets will look like with Jeff Ulbrich at the helm. Then, they tackle the real reason Aaron Rodgers and Nathaniel Hackett are struggling to get the Jets' offense to meet expectations and how this decision will impact the Jets acquiring Davante Adams. Later, they discuss how we will reflect on the decision to fire Robert Saleh.  1:34 Robert Saleh's firing shock value 7:08 Was it reasonable to fire Saleh? 11:13 The biggest problem with the Jets offense 21:40 Is there any other element that points to Saleh's firing? 35:00 How will Saleh's firing impact the Jets trading for Davante Adams 51:13 How will we look back on this decision to fire Saleh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 1m

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Questions Surrounding the Chiefs & Top Teams in the NFC and AFC 

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, the Athletic’s Robert Mays joins the show to discuss how Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs were one step ahead of the New Orleans Saints and the struggles of the Saints’ defense. Then, they discuss whether the Chiefs need to target a new receiver and who would be the best fit. Later, they break down what NFC team they feel most confident in and why the Buccaneers’ offense is the most reliable in the NFC South. Then, they discuss whether the Chiefs belong at the top of their division, and they give their answer for the best team in the AFC.  5:05 Struggles of the New Orleans Saints defense 10:56 What position should the Chiefs target to build their roster? 14:50 Who should the Chiefs target at receiver? 19:23 What’s going with the Saints? 25:23 Best offense in the NFC South 26:37 Which AFC teams do they feel best about? 34:00 Who is the top seed in the AFC?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    44 min

  3. OCT 3

    Best Fit for Davante Adams & Which AFC Teams Can BOUNCE BACK?

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Marcel Louis-Jacques joins the show to discuss which teams are most likely to land Davante Adams and where would be the best fit for him to succeed. Then, they tackle which struggling AFC teams are likely to bounce back and compete, including the likelihood of Miami securing a playoff spot and whether the Jaguars can get out of their tailspin. Plus, they look at the Bengals and Browns and analyze which of the two teams with a 1-3 record is most likely to compete in the AFC. 3:30 Antonio Pierce likes Instagram post about Davante Adams  10:22 Will the Commanders land Davante Adams?  26:00 Who will actually trade for Adams 30:54 AFC Teams are down and out 45:12 Which team has a better shot of competing in the AFC: the Bengals or the Browns? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    57 min

  4. OCT 1

    DOMINATING Offensive Performances & Biggest Quarterback Questions

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, The Ringer's Danny Heifetz joins the show to discuss Jared Goff's perfect pass completion game and the Lions' dominating offensive performance. Then, they discuss what's next for Will Levis and the best-case scenario for the Titans with Mason Rudolph at the quarterback helm. Next, they break down which receiver is the best fit for the Chiefs and who is the likely receiver Kansas City is targeting. Later, they discuss what's next for Mike McDaniel and the shine wearing off the Dolphins' offense. Plus, they debate who the best team in the NFC is. 2:30 Jared Goff plays a perfect completion game  6:39 Dominating Lions' offensive performance  10:45 What's next for Will Levis? 19:45 Is Deandre Hopkins the best receiver for the Chiefs?  24:04 What's next for Mike McDaniel and Dolphins offense  36:18 Concerns about the Lions' defense  44:55 Did Seattle establish the run game too early 50:15 Who is the best team in the NFC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    58 min

  5. SEP 26

    Most Confusing Teams in the NFL

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Bill goes to the drawing board in this week’s Bill’s Blackboard, discussing the actual reasoning for Jerry Jones passing on Derrick Henry and why there is no excuse for missing on Henry. Then, NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal joins to discuss the most confusing aspects of the NFL after Week 3 of the season, including the Eagles’ defense and the impact of Nick Sirianni. Next, they discuss questions about the Seattle Seahawks’ identity, their concern levels for the disjointed Chiefs’ offense, and whether we should be concerned about Travis Kelce. Later, they discuss why they aren’t giving up on the Bengals and why the Steelers are torturing Bill. Plus, Gregg gives the most confusing stat in the league regarding C.J. Stroud. :15 Bill’s Blackboard: Why did Jerry Jones and the Cowboys pass on Derrick Henry? 6:25 Most confusing teams with Gregg Rosenthal 9:41 Eagles 23:15 Seattle Seahawks 27:15 Chiefs 40:05 Bengals  47:00 Steelers  50:20 Most confusing stat in the league  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 2m

  6. SEP 24

    Rising Concerns for Bengals & Josh Allen for MVP?

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Harry Lyles Jr. joins the show to discuss how Jayden Daniels answered the bell, their concerns for the Bengals, and whether Cincinnati can turn things around. Then, they discuss if Jayden Daniels is the best quarterback in the 2024 draft class. Next, they break down if Josh Allen is the MVP through the first three weeks of the NFL. Later, they discuss whether Doug Pederson's job is in jeopardy and the future of Trevor Lawrence. Plus, they analyze if Dabo Swinney is a potential fit for Jacksonville as a head coach. 2:00 Jayden Daniels' impressive performance 6:00 Work in progress for Washington  11:00 Can the Bengals turn things around? 13:0 What's next for the Bengals? 15:09 Is Jayden Daniels the best quarterback from the 2024 draft class 20:42 Is Josh Allen the MVP through the first three weeks  26:54 Is Doug Pederson's job in jeopardy? 32:45 Trevor Lawrence's future  37:35 Who will be the next coach for the Jaguars? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 min

  7. SEP 18

    What's Next for Bryce Young & Most Impressive Teams Heading into Week 3

    On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Geoff Schwartz joins the show to offer his perspective on what’s happening with the benching of Bryce Young, if Dave Canales can turn the culture around, and the shift in Bryce Young from Alabama to the NFL. Then, they discuss what to expect with a Carolina offense led by Andy Dalton and if Bryce Young can turn his career around. Later, they discuss which teams have been impressive this year and which undefeated teams can keep the momentum up.  5:30 What’s it like being in the locker room with a struggling QB 11:00 Can Dave Canales turn it around 19:00 Changes in Bryce Young from Alabama to the NFL 24:30 What to expect with an Andy Dalton-led offense 25:22 Can Bryce Young turn his career around 31:20 The most impressive teams so far 45:32 Which teams will bounce back?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    57 min

  8. SEP 17

    Philadelphia Eagles are Spiraling & Questions Surrounding Bryce Young

    On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN's Benjamin Solak joins to discuss what went wrong with the Eagles in their matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, if this was a season-saving victory for Atlanta, and share their concern levels for Jalen Hurts and the Eagles' secondary. Later, they tackle the Carolina Panthers benching Bryce Young and what improvements he needs to make for his future. Plus, they discuss who would be willing to trade for Bryce Young. 1:30 What went wrong with the Eagles 5:30 Kirk Cousins' improvement from Week 1 17:15 Concerns for Jalen Hurts 28:34 Bryce Young's future in Carolina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min
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  • Creator
    ESPN, Bill Barnwell
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
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