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

Ryen opens with his thoughts on NFL wild-card weekend, including Jayden Daniels not playing like a playoff rookie and some QB legacy updates from the other matchups (00:40). Then, he chats with NBC’s Chris Simms on whether the Justin Herbert criticism is fair, Mike Tomlin’s future with the Steelers, the huge Ravens-Bills, Lamar vs. Allen showdown, and why he thinks the Eagles might be the best team in football (15:57). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice, including tracking down stolen AirPods and what to do with a sweaty friend (56:49). 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: Chris Simms Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with Van Lathan as they react right after Ohio State’s win over Texas to advance to the national title game (00:52). They discuss the Buckeye’s turnaround, how Texas fans should feel about how their season played out and a little on the Marcus Freeman-Brian Kelly jokes being thrown at LSU fans. Then, Ryen breaks down Notre Dame’s win on Thursday night over Penn State including why the Irish haters are unfair (43:50). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for some life advice including an email the guys are afraid went over their heads (53:01). 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: Van Lathan Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with a preview of OKC-CLE and explains why both teams have been so good (0:49). Then, he’s joined by Ryan Fitzpatrick to discuss Lamar Jackson’s struggles against Pittsburgh, preview the wild-card round, and pick their favorite postseason teams (17:38). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (52:50)! How do I remain civil with my friends when they have the dumbest NBA takes? 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: Ryan Fitzpatrick Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show with his NFL regular-season awards, including best win, most surprising team, and most disappointing team (0:41). Then, he’s joined by Domonique Foxworth to break down the Lions defense, reveal who each would pick for MVP, and preview the playoff favorites (21:43). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (67:13)! How do I handle creepy men as a female personal trainer? 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: Domonique Foxworth Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts Part 2 of the podcast by recapping Notre Dame’s victory over Georgia, before taking a look at the SEC to see if it’s declining (0:27). Then, Ceruti and Kyle join to answer your mailbag questions in the latest edition of Friday Feedback! 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 Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To kick things off in Part 1, Russillo welcomes in Daniel Jeremiah to recap Wednesday’s playoff action, break down the best college QBs, and give Drake Maye his flowers (0:47). Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (47:31)! How do I handle my friend having a party and not inviting me? 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: Daniel Jeremiah Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with his takeaways from Week 17 of the NFL, including why he thinks the Vikings are now the favorites in the NFC (1:23). Then, he’s joined by Booger McFarland to preview every CFP game, share their thoughts on Cam Ward, and break down the NFC (17:24). Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (63:23)! Do I give my sister parenting advice if I think she’s doing a bad job? 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: Booger McFarland Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with his thoughts on Jimmy Butler, another edition of Tales From the Couch, and a defense of Russell Wilson (0:48). Then, he’s joined by Joel Klatt to preview the next round of College Football Playoff games, discuss the blowouts in Round 1, and question what the playoff format could look like in the future (23:31). Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (63:40)! What should I do with my dreams? 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: Joel Klatt Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with Bruce Feldman to discuss Indiana and SMU getting routed, how Ohio State turned things around following its loss to Michigan, and what teams should be on upset alert this weekend (0:38). Then, Russillo shares his NFL thoughts after Week 16 and dives deep into the Chiefs' win (47:36). Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (65:16)! Where should I eat my lunch at work? 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: Bruce Feldman Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo starts the show by recapping KAT’s homecoming to Minnesota (0:56). Then, Greg Olsen joins to explain how people should be judging QBs, why the Falcons went with Penix, and shares some stories from his playing days (11:34). Finally, Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (52:03)! Can you help us pick events for the Man-lympics? 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: Greg Olsen Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices