On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, The Ringer’s Danny Heifetz joins to discuss the latest with the NFL coaching carousel, including the widespread glee of the Chicago Bears fans with the Ben Johnson hire as new head coach, whether they are skeptical of the hire, and if Ben Johnson can take Caleb Williams to the next level. Then, they discuss what’s next for the Detroit Lions, who should take over as the next Detroit offensive and defensive coordinators, and whether the Lions are the favorites to win the Super Bowl next year. Plus, they discuss the New England Patriots hiring Josh McDaniels as their new offensive coordinator and if it is a good fit for the franchise. All that and more!

1:30 Ben Johnson hired by the Detroit Lions

24:00 Ben Johnson’s relationship with Ryan Poles

32:06 What’s next for the Detroit Lions?

46:50 Patriots hire Josh McDaniels as offensive coordinator 

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, The Athletic’s Robert Mays joins the show to break down how their beliefs have shifted this season, including why they believe Lamar Jackson is the best quarterback on the planet and who will be the most influential quarterback over the next decade. Next, they discuss Bobby Slowik and the Houston Texans’ struggles, how the Washington Commanders surprised them this season, and the holes in the Green Bay Packers’ roster. Later, they discuss which General Managers they are shocked still have jobs. Plus, will Sam Darnold get a franchise tag with the Minnesota Vikings? All that and more!

2:40 Is Lamar Jackson the best quarterback on the planet? 

14:30 Who will be the most influential quarterback in 10-15 years?

16:00 Struggles of Texans offense

22:27 Rise of Washington Commanders and Jayden Daniels 

33:17 Building defenses from free agency

41:42 What went wrong with the Packers?

50:42 Surprising General Managers surviving this season 

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, NFL writer Dan Pizzuta joins the show to break down the collapse of the Minnesota Vikings, what Sam Darnold’s future looks like in the NFL, and their optimism levels for the Vikings in the future. Then, they discuss the domination of the Los Angeles Rams and if they can keep the momentum heading into the divisional round. Plus, they tackle what’s happening with the Dallas Cowboys and Mike McCarthy. Who should be the next head coach for the Dallas Cowboys? Is Deion Sanders a good fit for the Cowboys? Could Bill Belichick return to the NFL as the Cowboys’ head coach? Plus, they discuss how desirable the Dallas Cowboys head coaching job is for candidates. 

2:30 Sam Darnold’s performance

14:16 What’s Darnold’s future in the NFL?

23:40 Optimism levels for the Vikings

26:30 Can the Rams keep the momentum against the Eagles?

34:45 Mike McCarthy and Dallas Cowboys part ways

43:50 Who’s the best fit for the next head coach for the Cowboys? 

52:12 Who will be the next Dallas Cowboys head coach?

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On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, Patriots reporter Doug Kyed joins to break down the timing of the New England Patriots firing head coach Jerod Mayo and the negative impact of the Patriots defeating the Buffalo Bills. Plus, will Mike Vrabel be the next head coach for the New England Patriots? They give their insight. Then, they discuss the Jacksonville Jaguars firing Doug Pederson and whether the Jaguars or Patriots head coaching position is more desirable. Plus, they discuss the most surprising move of Black Monday. Later, they break down who would be the best fit to develop Caleb Williams and if it was wise for the New York Giants to retain both Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen. All that and more!

:35 New England Patriots fire Jerod Mayo

22:00 Doug Pederson fired from Jacksonville Jaguars

30:15 Is the Jacksonville Jaguars' job more desirable than the Patriots? 

33:15 Chicago Bears request to interview Mike McCarthy for head coaching position

46:30 Giants keep Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen

51:45 Coordinator firings across the NFL

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN’s Seth Walder joins to discuss the most fascinating question in football and whether the San Francisco 49ers should move on from Brock Purdy. They break down what it would look like if the 49ers shopped the young quarterback, give the latest injury update on Brock Purdy, and answer what type of painful moves San Francisco needs to make with their cap situation. Plus, they tackle Raheem Morris’ clock management in the Atlanta Falcons vs. Washington Commanders matchup and whether his explanation makes sense. All that and more!

3:35 Would the 49ers move on from Brock Purdy?

17:14 What would San Francisco get if they traded Purdy?

19:46 Purdy injury update

22:12 How will the 49ers roster change?

35:00 Raheem Morris clock management 

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN’s Brooke Pryor joins to discuss the Green Bay Packers shutting out the New Orleans Saints, whether the Packers deserve to be considered in the top tier of NFC teams, and the top Coach of the Year candidates. Then, they break down their biggest grievances with the NFL season. What does everyone need to chill out about? What defense does Bill put on the hot seat? Later, they weigh in on the right time for players to do over-the-top celebrations. All that and more! 

:37 Green Bay Packers shut out New Orleans Saints

21:03 Airing grievances: NFL scheduling 

29:00 Airing grievances: narrative about rule changes

35:30 Airing grievances: what toss do they want to light on fire

37:48 Airing grievances: the Bengals' defense  

41:30 Airing grievances: defensive players who over-celebrate

47:57 Airing grievances: breaking news graphics about stories that are not breaking news

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal joins to predict who will be the starting quarterbacks in 2025 and break down the major QB shakeups this week, including the Atlanta Falcons starting Michael Penix Jr. over Kirk Cousins. Then, they discuss who could fill the starting quarterback role for the Cleveland Browns and whether Jacoby Brissett or Kirk Cousins will fill it. Next, they tackle if Aaron Rodgers will return to football next year and where would be a good landing spot for Rodgers. Later, they share if Sam Darnold will return to the Minnesota Vikings, which team he could be successful with, and if the Vikings should trade J.J. McCarthy if they stick with Sam Darnold. Plus, they discuss where Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders will land. All that and more!

4:08 Michael Penix Jr. named starting QB for Falcons

8:22 Could Kirk Cousins fit with the Cleveland Browns?

10:24 Kirk Cousins to the New Orleans Saints?

12:55 Jacoby Brissett to Cleveland Browns?

16:47 Aaron Rodgers landing spots

21:43 Sam Darnold to the Tennessee Titans or staying with the Vikings?

29;26 What’s next for Daniel Jones?

33:50 Who will be the starter for the Steelers next season?

37:00 Teddy Bridgewater’s return to the NFL?

39:40 Who will land Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders? 

42:28 What’s next for Seattle and the Panthers?

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On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN's Ben Baby joins to break down the Monday Night Football doubleheader. They discuss how Caleb Williams has regressed, how the Bears can build around Williams, and what changes need to occur to bring Chicago to the next level. Next, they tackle how Sam Darnold has evolved throughout his career, whether J.J. McCarthy or Sam Darnold will be the starter for the Vikings next year, and if Minnesota can go on a deep playoff run with Darnold. Later, they discuss if Kirk Cousins should remain the starter or if Michael Penix Jr. should take the reins, concerns surrounding Cousins, and if the Atlanta Falcons can make it to the postseason. Plus, will Antonio Pierce return next year as head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders? All that and more!

2:20 Bears vs. Vikings Recap

3:24 Caleb Williams regression

13:25 Sam Darnold's evolution

32:05 Falcons vs. Raiders Recap

33:00 Kirk Cousins concerns

48:12 Will Antonio Pierce be back next year?

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On today’s episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, CBS Sports writer Will Brinson joins to draft the 18 teams out of NFL playoff contention this season by who will most likely make it to the postseason next year. They discuss whether the 49ers can make it back to the playoffs next season and what is fair compensation for Brock Purdy’s next contract. Then, they discuss Joe Burrow’s MVP odds if the Bengals were in the playoff race and if Matthew Stafford will return to the Los Angeles Rams next year. They tackle whether the Jacksonville Jaguars will fire Doug Pederson, how the Dallas Cowboys can bounce back, and the impact of the Achilles injury on Kirk Cousins. Plus, they discuss their confidence in Drake Maye leading the New England Patriots offense, Bryce Young's growth, and whether Will Levis will take a leap next season. All that and more!

2:10 San Francisco 49ers

7:50 Cincinnati Bengals

13:48 Los Angeles Rams

20:30 Chicago Bears 

25:50 Jacksonville Jaguars

30:00 Dallas Cowboys 

34:00 Atlanta Falcons

36:05 Cardinals

36:48 Miami Dolphins

39:13 New England Patriots

40:40 Carolina Panthers

43:40 Indianapolis Colts

44:33 Tennesse Titans

47:15 Cleveland Browns

48:19 New Orleans Saints

49:45 Las Vegas Raiders

50:47 New York Giants

52:30 New York Jets

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On today's episode of The Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN writer and NFL rule expert Kevin Seifert joins to break down the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Dallas Cowboys matchup. They explain how the Bengals got the ball back after the blocked punt late in the fourth quarter, the amount of uncalled face mask penalties against quarterbacks this season, and whether the league must step in during the offseason to find a solution. Next, they tackle which struggling team can turn it around in 2025 between the Dallas Cowboys and Cincinnati Bengals. Later, they break down the big picture for Sam Darnold, his performance this season, and how much of Darnold's success is due to the Viking's infrastructure. Plus, they discuss the future of the Vikings' quarterback position and whether Sam Darnold or J.J. McCarthy will be the starter for next year.

2:17 Bengals Blocked punt 

7:15 Uncalled face mask penalties against quarterbacks

12:00 Who can turn it around in 2025: Cowboys or Bengals?

18:07 Questions surrounding Cowboys and Bengals coaching staff

24:30 Big Picture for Sam Darnold

35:40 What's the future for the Vikings QB position?

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