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Russillo opens the show with his NFL Week 9 awards (0:46) before updating his college football rankings and sharing his thoughts on the Joel Embiid situation (16:30). Then, he’s joined by Todd McShay to break down the Lions' rise to the top of the NFL, discuss what’s wrong with Trevor Lawrence, and predict what Tuesday’s College Football Playoff rankings will look like (27:55). Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (62:45). How do I handle my girlfriend texting her ex and then lying about it? 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: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with his early thoughts on the NBA season and what has led to Milwaukee’s awful start (0:41). Then, he’s joined by Greg Olsen to discuss the best teams in the league, the NFL’s QB problem, and explain what’s wrong with Dallas (21:05). Plus, the Alliance slowly marches on (64:39) and Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (72:37). I slept with a married woman and now I fear for my life. 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

Russillo opens the show with another edition of ‘Tales From the Couch’ to recap Tuesday’s NBA action (0:47). Then, he’s joined by Albert Breer to discuss Anthony Richardson’s benching, share his MVP thoughts, and break down the trade deadline (15:15). Finally, actor Ed Quinn joins to share stories from his time acting and modeling (57:30) and he sticks around for a special edition of Life Advice (110:48)! 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: Albert Breer and Ed Quinn Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show by giving out his Week 8 NFL awards (0:48) before revealing his updated college football rankings (17:59). Then, he’s joined by Todd McShay to preview OSU-PSU, discuss the best win and worst loss of playoff contenders, and predict the Jets' record (27:49). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (67:56)! The boys got together at Ryen’s house and detailed the experience. 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: Todd McShay Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo shares his first NBA Tales From the Couch of the season, including Nuggets-Thunder, Spurs-Mavericks, Kings-Timberwolves, and more (0:43). Then Ryen is joined by ESPN's Alex Smith to discuss his transition into media, challenges faced by young QBs, the impact coach Jim Harbaugh had on him in San Francisco, his time with the 49ers and the Chiefs, mentoring Patrick Mahomes, returning from his injury in Washington, and more (21:03). Then Ryen talks with his college friend and country music star Dierks Bentley about his decision to pursue his country music dreams, finding inspiration for new music, creating his own bourbon, opening his own bar, and more (59:52). Finally, another edition of the Alliance and Life Advice with Kyle (1:27:42). A Judge Judy landlord situation. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Alex Smith and Dierks Bentley Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon 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 opens the show by reacting to the opening night of the NBA (0:48). Then, he’s joined by Jeff Passan to reveal who has the edge in the World Series, explain how special Judge and Ohtani are, and pick who he thinks will win (17:19). Then, Chris Cillizza comes on to discuss what makes this election unique and explain why we’re living in a "take" world (56:24). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (88:30)! My wife slept at another man’s house … should I be pissed? 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: Jeff Passan and Chris Cillizza Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo opens the show with high thoughts on the Chiefs and a look around the rest of the league (0:40) before sharing his updated college football rankings in the wake of Georgia’s dominant win (20:23). Then, he’s joined by Todd McShay to break down Georgia’s win, play another round of Heisman Eliminator, and break down the QB play in the NFL (28:50). Finally, Ceruti and Kyle join for Life Advice (75:46)! How do I handle a roommate who refuses to take responsibility? 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 by discussing Spencer Rattler's and Bo Nix’s Thursday night performances and questions why we care when college players transfer (0:36). Then, Danny Kanell joins the show to preview Georgia-Texas, explain how NIL has spread the talent around, and share thoughts on the Big Ten (11:34). Next, Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman come on to reveal who they most enjoyed playing with, whether they appreciate their run more now than when they were playing, and rate each other based on vibes (47:35). Finally, another edition of the Alliance and Life Advice with Kyle (80:37)! Am I addicted to video games? 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: Danny Kanell, Rob Gronkowski, and Julian Edelman 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 Week 6 awards (0:48) and reveals his updated College Football Playoff rankings (21:15). Then, Jesse Palmer joins the pod to share his thoughts on the SEC thus far, reveal his favorite recruiting story, and talk about what's next in his career (33:08). Finally, Life Advice with Ceruti and Kyle (68:33)! I’m 47… should I become a stand-up comedian? 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: Jesse Palmer Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russillo is joined by Stanford Steve to get his lean for Ohio State–Oregon, learn what it’s like working with Nick Saban, and try to figure out what’s going on in the Big 12 (0:37). Next, Mirin Fader comes on to discuss her new book, ‘Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon’ and shares what makes his story so compelling (30:40). Finally, another edition of the Alliance, and Kyle and Ceruti join for Life Advice (57:01)! Should everyone stop randomly knocking on people's doors? 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: Stanford Steve and Mirin Fader Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices