The Ringer’s Ben Solak looks at the turnaround in Cleveland, where the Browns were near dead last in run defense last season, but have skyrocketed to fifth under new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz. This past Sunday, a combination of a smothering pass rush, clever alignments, and some new contributors on the Browns defense handed Kyle Shanahan and his 49ers their first loss of the season.

Producer: Cory McConnell

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Sheil and Ben get together to share their reactions to the Cowboys' victory over the Chargers on ‘MNF.' Then, they examine Browns DC Jim Schwartz’s impressive record against Kyle Shanahan-coached teams and applaud C.J. Stroud’s development in Houston (14:25). Next, Sheil details who he thinks are the three best coaches in the NFL, while Ben goes over the Titans' continued woes (35:11). They end the pod by discussing some of their trade deadline fantasies and reveal the poseur teams that we won’t be seeing in the Super Bowl (49:12).

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Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak

Associate Producer: Chris Sutton

Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo

Social: Kiera Givens and Eduardo Ocampo

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Steven Ruiz is joined by Austin Gayle this week, filling in for Nora Princiotti, and they start with the Bills hanging on to win at home against the Giants. Then, they discuss Eagles and Niners—previously the two remaining unbeaten teams—both suffering their first loss on Sunday (10:30). Then, they get to their winners and losers from Week 6, which include the Ravens, Dolphins, Patriots, and more (30:54).

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Hosts: Austin Gayle and Steven Ruiz

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Connor Nevins

Social: Kiera Givens and Eduardo Ocampo

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The Chiefs got the win on TNF against the division rival Broncos, but is there real concern for how their offense has looked? Sheil and Ben discuss that and which matchups are the most interesting heading into Sunday. Plus, Monday Morning headlines, Prop of the Week, and Locks of the week!

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Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak

Producer: Cliff Augustin

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo

Social: Eduardo Ocampo

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Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz open by sifting through the AFC and debating which contender they think can represent the conference in the Super Bowl. They continue by discussing the backlash Steven has gotten for his position on Brock Purdy in his weekly QB Rankings. To conclude the episode, they preview the 'TNF' matchup between the Chiefs and Broncos.

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Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo

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The Ringer’s Ben Solak talks about Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields and the adjustments that offensive coordinator Luke Getsy has made to help Fields after his struggles early in the season. Wide receiver D.J. Moore has been a boon to the Bears offense, and the schemes and routes that Getsy has implemented have fans in Chicago hopeful for more performances like the Bears' win over the Commanders in Week 5.

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Sheil and Ben start the show by sharing their reactions to the Raiders hanging on to beat the Packers at home on 'Monday Night Football.' They then give their takeaways from Week 5. They talk about whether the Vikings should blow up their roster, whether it's the end of the Bill Belichick era in New England, and more (9:01). Then they wrap up by discussing how important it is for certain teams to move on from their mistakes at quarterback this offseason (1:08:48).

Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Social: Kiera Givens

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

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Nora and Steven start by discussing the Niners' dominant win over the Cowboys, and discuss whether the Niners are the clear best team in the NFL. Then, they get to their Week 5 winners and losers, and talk about the Eagles, Jets, Patriots, and more (26:04), before wrapping up with the take purge (1:23:30).

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Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Social: Kiera Givens and Eduardo Ocampo

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

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The Bears finally snapped their 14-game losing streak! Ben and Sheil discuss DJ Moore’s historic game. Which team has more pressure on them this week between the 49ers and Cowboys? Plus, Monday Morning Headlines, picks of the week, and more nonsense predictions.

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Hosts: Sheil Kapadia and Ben Solak

Producer: Cliff Augustin

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo

Social: Eduardo Ocampo

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Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz open by doing a deep dive on the Patriots, why their rebuilding is failing, and Bill Belichick’s decision-making. They continue by discussing the NFL’s top scams. To conclude the episode, they talk about the return of players coming off the IL, like Jonathan Taylor and Cooper Kupp.

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Hosts: Nora Princiotti and Steven Ruiz

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins

Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo

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