Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast

NFL Draft analyst Mike Mayock joins CBS Sports Senior Fantasy writer Dave Richard to discuss his career path into the broadcasting world, detailing how he has attacked assignments and various roles throughout the year, while also extensively discussing his process as a draft evaluator.

CBS NFL writer Ryan Wilson joins CBS Senior Fantasy writer Dave Richard to discuss Sam Darnold's showing at Jets' minicamp, the addition of Terrance West to the Saints, and Jarvis Landry exposing his mostly non-existent relationship with former quarterback Ryan Tannehill. The guys then discuss Landry's current teammate David Njoku and his potential to breakout in Year 2, if Tyler Eifert can ever get back on the field and if Antonio Gates could possibly return to the Chargers.

CBS NFL writer John Breech joins CBS Senior Fantasy writer Dave Richard to break down their respective biggest minicamp storylines and news coming out of those mandatory sessions being held this week. The guys also discuss expectations for Deshaun Watson as he returns from injury and sheds his knee brace, the Ravens usage of rookie LaMar Jackson, and the possibility of Josh Allen starting Week 1 for the Bills. John and Dave also analyze the AFC East by strength of schedule, each offering their unique formulas to the conversation.

Nick Kostos is joined by CBS NFL Insider Jason La Canfora to analyze Andrew Luck's return to throwing footballs and to breakdown a series of big-name minicamp holdouts and if and when their deals will get done. Nick and JLC discuss Aaron Donald in LA, Khalil Mack in Oakland, Julio Jones in Atlanta and David Johnson in Arizona, who are all absent from their respective team minicamps this week. Finally, the guys discuss Jason's list of quarterbacks under pressure in the 2018 season with names that include Ryan Tannehill and Patrick Mahomes.

Pete Prisco is joined by former NFL cornerback Bryant McFadden to discuss Earl Thomas holding out of the Seahawks' mandatory minicamp and if there should be concern in Seattle. The guys also breakdown the importance of minicamps, where the Chiefs rank in the AFC West and the make-or-break nature of the Jaguars upcoming 2018 season. Pete and Bryant finish by reacting to Pete's list of the Top 100 players in the NFL, focusing on the Top 10.

Adam Aizer and Jamey Eisenberg react to Julian Edelman's suspension and a wild weekend of Rob Gronkowski trade rumors that have seemingly settled down. Then, the guys delve into more minicamp storylines for teams back on the field this week including the Bills, Broncos, and Vikings. Adam and Jamey also discuss Terrell Owens passing on being present for his Hall of Fame enshrinement in Canton, Ohio, in August.

CBS NFL Insider Jason La Canfora joins Dave Richard to discuss the Ravens being fined for violating league rules during OTAs and to break down the latest with Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Rodgers' contract situations. The guys also discuss the impact of gambling on the NFL, rookie QB over/unders, and the Browns having to earn their helmet stripes.

NFL on CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson joins Dave Richard the Pick Six podcast to take us through the process and mentality behind her unique profession.

Former NFL cornerback and Super Bowl champion Bryant McFadden joins Dave Richard to discuss minicamp and Super Bowl memories. McFadden lists what he thinks are the most memorable catches in NFL playoff history as we remember 49er hero Dwight Clark. The guys also analyze the Steelers wild offseason, the league's best cornerbacks and Adrian Peterson losing to Drew Brees in a conditioning test last offseason.

Dallas wide receiver Deonte Thompson joins the show as he gets acclimated to playing for the Cowboys. Thompson tells us about Dak Prescott's leadership, which NFC East rivalry he's looking forward to, how amazing his 2008 Florida Gators were and much more. Then Adam and Jamey discuss rookie QBs, softball injuries in honor of Clay Matthews and if the Giants should give Odell Beckham Jr. a massive contract.