Chiefs 0-2, Tush Push Drama (Again), Joe Burrow's Injury, and the Dolphins' Mess With Dianna Russini. Plus, Should Miami Be Ranked No. 1?

Russillo starts the show with his awards for Week 2 in the NFL. Then he’s joined by Dianna Russini to learn more about Joe Burrow’s injury, break down Philadelphia’s big win over the Chiefs, and discuss the rise in QB play this week. Then, Ryen shares his thoughts on the updated AP poll and which teams have impressed in college football. Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (1:55) Eagles take care of the Chiefs (5:34) Travis Kelce’s tough start to the year continues (8:05) Lots of options for which team had the worst loss this week (13:49) Daniel Jones dominated against the blitz (15:32) How do we feel about Russell Wilson? (22:15) Dianna Russini joins the show! (22:37) The latest on Joe Burrow’s injury (26:56) Are the Dolphins considering trading Tyreek Hill? (29:29) The Colts have made Daniel Jones look fantastic (33:49) Jalen Hurts is fearless now (38:31) Is it time to ban the tush push? (48:02) How do Giants fans feel about Russell Wilson today? (52:55) What is the Vikings' plan for J.J. McCarthy? (58:23) Are QBs just better with Kyle Shanahan? (1:03:00) Let’s look at the AP poll (1:04:34) Clemson has fallen off hard (1:06:46) Another tough Arch Manning game (1:11:43) Texas A&M takes down Notre Dame (1:18:21) Life Advice! (1:30:46) Help! My mother-in-law wants to go by Nona (1:37:10) Can I spray down my neighbor’s wasp nest? 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: Dianna Russini Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias The All-New 2025 Lincoln Navigator® SUV Learn More at Lincoln.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Ted Nguyen to break down the Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch, discuss the biggest flaws among the contenders, and share how NFL defensive coordinators ranked the best offensive minds in the league. Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (1:56) Russillo welcomes in Ted Nguyen (5:23) Where does Jordan Love rank for you as an NFC QB? (7:20) Would Nguyen rather have Jalen Hurts or Jordan Love? (9:30) What went wrong for the Chiefs in the Super Bowl? (12:16) Why the back end of Philly’s defense is good enough to help the pass rush (15:10) Does Nguyen like Dallas throwing deep on fourth-and-3? (16:48) How much does age matter on defense? (22:48) Eagles-Chiefs picks (23:26) Which AFC contender has the weakest unit? (26:57) Do the Ravens have a huge flaw? (28:37) Where do the Rams rank in the NFC? (29:56) Ranking the best offensive minds in the league (33:42) How does Ben Johnson differ from Sean McVay or Kyle Shanahan? (37:50) Player that was exciting over the summer and lives up to those expectations (39:02) Thoughts on Aaron Rodgers’s Pittsburgh debut (45:03) Life Advice! (56:30) How do I ruin a coworker's life? (1:05:09) Help me win an argument with my wife about bikers 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: Ted Nguyen Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more and join waitlist at ScoutMotors.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with some concerning stats about Caleb Williams. Then, he’s joined by Trey McBride to discuss his hometown, his college career, and why he’s trying to stop hurdling people. Then, ‘Task’ creator Brad Ingelsby comes on to share some inside details about the pilot, the show in general, and whether he’s thought about a second season of 'Mare of Easttown.' Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (1:57) Let’s talk about the peanut guy at Fenway (6:09) Caleb Williams was not good (11:06) Williams’s bad throw rate is astonishing (17:15) Trey McBride joins the show! (21:59) What’s your favorite recruiting story? (25:18) Did you ever consider transferring? (33:36) On Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. (37:19) Let’s talk about your hurdles (40:15) How close are you to being the best tight end in football? (42:00) Russillo welcomes in Brad Ingelsby (44:58) Did you know the ending when you started writing 'Task'? (55:23) How do you write such dark characters? (1:00:41) How involved are you with casting? (1:08:41) Did you always know how you wanted the pilot to end? (1:10:28) Have you and HBO discussed a 'Mare of Easttown' sequel? (1:15:19) Does your storytelling benefit from a weekly release schedule? (1:17:53) Life Advice! (1:41:18) How to date in the era of hat-fishing (1:48:16) Could Life Advice tackle Derrick Henry? 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: Trey McBride and Brad Ingelsby Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias This episode is sponsored by State Farm®️. Don’t settle for just any insurance when there’s State Farm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show by recapping Week 1 of the NFL and giving out his best win and worst loss. Then, Mike Sando joins to break down what Buffalo’s comeback means for both teams, discuss the Packers’ massive win, and preview Monday Night Football. Next, Russillo shares his thoughts on this week’s college football action, including Oklahoma’s win over Michigan and USF’s upset of Florida. Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (6:49) Josh Allen had to be stupendous and he was (9:27) Green Bay needed this win (12:18) Aaron Rodgers looked good but so did Justin Fields (15:06) Russell Wilson is on bench watch (19:38) Cam Ward’s first start (25:00) Mike Sando joins the show! (30:39) No cause for concern for the Ravens (31:55) If these two teams meet again, who would you pick? (33:03) On the Packers' big win (45:55) Denver’s defense looked as elite as advertised (47:05) Most interesting thing about the Rodgers-Fields matchup (52:05) What did last week do for the Chiefs' doubters? (1:00:29) On Caleb Williams (1:06:58) The QB battle tonight will be interesting (1:09:14) College football review  (1:11:33) Let’s talk about John Mateer’s end-zone throw (1:14:38) Arch Manning still didn’t look great (1:17:33) Not an amazing response from Clemson (1:19:45) USF’s upset of Florida (1:21:14) Life Advice! (1:28:33) Help with my gym etiquette questions (1:36:07) Should I join a frat? 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, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with his thoughts on DAL-PHI before being joined by Ceruti to answer one question about every NFL team. Then, Willie Colon comes on to recap Dak Prescott’s performance, share his Super Bowl pick, and preview how Aaron Rodgers will look in Pittsburgh. Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (3:05) Jalen Carter spits on Dak (11:27) On the CeeDee Lamb drop (12:45) 32 NFL Team Questions: AFC East (15:51) AFC North (19:32) AFC South (22:27) AFC West (25:30) NFC East (30:12) NFC North (34:18) NFC South (38:19) NFC West (44:43) Willie Colon joins the show! (49:53) How was Dak’s performance? (56:33) Who did you pick to win the Super Bowl? (59:57) We’re watching the decline of the Chiefs (1:02:46) What is your expectation for the Steelers? (1:10:14) What version of Jordan Love will we get this year? (1:15:22) Favorite young QB (1:28:58) Life Advice (1:36:31) Should I have fought someone at a football game? (1:48:56) Can I call my nephew Arthur, Thor? 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: Willie Colon Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on the biggest Week 1 matchups in college football and an update on his Belichick-Brady legacy tracker. Then, Todd McShay joins to break down the QB performances and reveal which teams he believes should be ranked highest. Next, Russillo is joined by Danny Kanell for a victory lap after Florida State’s upset over Alabama. Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (2:10) Ohio State’s defense looked fantastic (3:25) Texas didn’t look confident with Arch Manning (9:29) Garrett Nussmeier looked like the best QB in college football (17:55) Belichick-Brady legacy tracker update (22:32) Todd McShay joins the show (26:41) Texas felt overly conservative (34:22) Nussmeier reminded me of Andrew Luck (41:31) What are your impressions of Miami after their win? (50:29) Did LaNorris Sellers look improved from last year? (57:48) Russillo welcomes in Danny Kanell (1:02:02) Was FSU’s win beyond even your expectations? (1:16:52) How does Florida State compare to Miami? (1:24:23) Reaction to Arch Manning’s play (1:26:44) What does the opening weekend mean for the SEC? (1:29:08) Nico Iamaleava and UCLA’s struggles (1:37:17) Life Advice! (1:43:01) My ex-wife is asking me to move my citizenship ceremony (1:51:45) Help me sort out a TV mix-up at Target (2:00:52) What’s the right move when a kid starts chirping at you? 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: Todd McShay and Danny Kanell Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Get a new phone & lock in a low price with Verizon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Béla Fleck to discuss how he chose the banjo, his path to success, and what it’s like to have other artists look up to him. (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (4:03) How did you become proficient at the banjo? (6:30) When did you feel like you were taking this instrument in a different direction? (12:44) How did your plan differ from the outcome? (19:07) On the magic of performing live (27:02) What did playing with bigger bands do for your awareness? (29:27) What does it mean to you that other artists look up to you? (31:37) Do you have to be obsessed to reach greatness? 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: Béla Fleck Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by David Pollack to share his thoughts on the SEC, preview LSU-Clemson, and break down his favorite QBs. Hear more from David Pollack on his show See Ball Get Ball. Then, Adnan Virk comes on to discuss his new book, how it felt being at the 2017 Oscars, and the feeling of chasing his white whale interview. Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Wargon! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (0:50) David Pollack joins the show (4:40) What do you expect from Carson Beck and Miami? (7:43) Do you expect Georgia to be improved? (10:24) Why Texas will win the SEC (12:41) Arch Manning breakdown (18:06) LSU-Clemson preview (21:44) Just how good is Clemson’s D-line? (23:02) What was the hardest thing to deal with as a player? (25:27) Did people have a hard time with Pollack's energy as a rookie? (28:10) Does Pollack like Drew Allar? (32:56) Does Pollack think that Penn State will win the Big Ten? (35:49) Three teams that David thinks are national title contenders (38:46) What are the chances that Arizona State can replicate last season’s success? (41:13) David is all in on Utah this year (45:37) Russillo welcomes in Adnan Virk (58:55) On Adnan covering the 2017 Oscars (1:05:43) What was it like talking to Paul Giamatti? (1:14:41) What was the most surprising thing about writing a book? (1:32:16) Life Advice! (1:36:46) A Cat-sitting Cat-astrophe (1:50:24) How do I get over my ex? 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: David Pollack and Adnan Virk Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Shopping. Streaming. Savings. It’s on Prime. Visit Amazon.com/prime to get more out of whatever you’re into. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Sheil Kapadia for the annual rankings of the top five at every position in the NFL! They go through each position and discuss what Josh Allen needs to do to be considered the best QB in the NFL. Then, Stanford Steve comes on to share the teams that could have the biggest variance this season, preview the biggest matchups of Week 1, and reveal the games he’d most like to attend this season. Plus, Life Advice with Ceruti and Wargon! (0:00) Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast! (0:40) Sheil Kapadia joins the show (1:11) Ranking the five best players at every position, starting with QB (4:28) Is Josh Allen the best QB in the NFL? (5:47) RB (11:10) WR (14:57) TE (19:31) O-line units (23:06) DT (26:58) DE (32:14) CB (36:24) S (40:39) LB (49:51) Russillo welcomes in Stanford Steve (52:12) Teams that have the biggest variance in college football (1:02:11) How should we feel about Dante Moore? (1:06:39) Thoughts on Ohio State–Texas (1:09:39) Notre Dame–Miami Preview (1:14:20) Don’t sleep on Texas A&M or USC (1:17:59) The game Steve most wants to go to this season (1:25:52) Stanford Steamers win totals (1:33:21) Is Ryen still a Bears fan? (1:42:41) Life Advice! (1:47:11) Should I kayak to work? (2:00:10) My ex-girlfriend demanded money from me 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: Sheil Kapadia and Stanford Steve Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo gives a day-by-day account of his solo trip to St. Barts. 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 Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices