Aaron Rodgers and the AFC and NFC QB Talent Gap. Plus, Chris Ryan on the Sixers and the Best TV Shows Ever.

Russillo starts the show with his thoughts on how the rookie QBs played in Week 1 (0:49). Then he transitions to college football to recap the top teams' weeks and share how meaningful sports can be (21:40). Next, he’s joined by Todd McShay to rank the best college teams, break down the play of rookie QBs, and discuss the most talented NFL rosters (34:35). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (88:42)! Should I buy another cat? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with his thoughts on Chiefs-Ravens and shares his picks for the season (0:42). Then, Marcus Spears joins the show to discuss why defense in the NFL has gotten so difficult, share his Super Bowl pick, and talk about some college football (20:09). Next, The Action Network’s Chad Millman stops by to explain betting against the public, how sports betting has evolved, and how to account for luck (53:31). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (92:57)! How do I approach my boyfriend not letting me look at his phone? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Marcus Spears and Chad Millman Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with his highs and lows following the first week of college football (0:43). Then, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy joins the show to reveal his mindset heading into the season and share what makes Kyle Shanahan special (19:32). Next, Sheil Kapadia comes on for the annual top five at every position ranking and to discuss his recent trade value article (35:07). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (73:35)! How do I get my dad to stop buying boats? Check us out on Youtube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Brock Purdy and Sheil Kapadia Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with a look back at QBs drafted in the first round and how their careers played out (0:40). Then, Daniel Jeremiah joins the show to break down the best college quarterbacks, share the Week 1 college games he’s most excited for, and reveal the NFL rookies he thinks are the most exciting (15:00). Next, Russillo is joined by Rick Mitarotonda of Goose to discuss his inspirations and what goes into making a song (51:51). Plus, the Alliance returns and Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (89:32)! Is it weird to go to a Pistons-Nets game on my honeymoon? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, live streams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Daniel Jeremiah and Rick Mitarotonda Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with his college football predictions and shares his 12-team playoff picks (1:15). Then, Mike Sando comes on to break down his NFL quarterback tiers and talk about which QBs rose and fell and who has the potential to improve (17:26). Plus, a mini British Columbia travelogue and Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (52:30)! How do we handle a friend ruining our night with a weird comment? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Mike Sando Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo gives a day-by-day account of his solo trip to Bilbao, Madrid, and San Sebastián. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out theringer.com/RG to find out more or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. The Ryen Russillo Podcast is heading to Philadelphia on October 1st. For more information, and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.universe.com/events/the-ryen-russillo-podcast-live-tickets-W4VSKD Host: Ryen Russillo Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Rob Gronkowski to discuss everything from how Bill Belichick shaped his career to eating in Europe to his favorite musical groups (0:33). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (31:10)! Should I move to a new city for my job? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Rob Gronkowski Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Danny Kanell to preview the upcoming college football season. They discuss who benefits most from playoff expansion, share whom they like in each power conference, and draft teams they think are most likely to be in the College Football Playoff (0:24). Finally, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (62:09)! How do I handle my 23-year-old sister dating a 45-year-old? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Danny Kanell Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts by naming what he thinks are the five worst quarterback situations in the NFL based on talent, contracts, and more (0:31). Then, he chats with The Athletic's Dianna Russini about why she's optimistic about the Jets, if Justin Fields will be the Steelers' starting QB over Russell Wilson, Dak's contract, and more NFL training camp news and notes (17:28). Finally, the guys close it out with listener-submitted life advice, including living with an ex and being the odd friend out (44:27). Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Dianna Russini Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the pod by trying to make sense of college football's latest round of realignment (0:36). Then, Field Yates joins the show to rank the top five fantasy players at each position, explain why the best players aren’t the best fantasy players, and share some sleepers for the upcoming season (10:28). Finally, Life Advice with Kyle (53:04)! Should I let a gym bro perform my vasectomy? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Ryen Russillo Guest: Field Yates Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices