The Bill Barnwell Show

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Bill Belichick’s Future in New England Jan 09, 2024

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On today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, writer JP Acosta joins to break down the firings of Arthur Smith and Ron Rivera and discuss which head coaching job is more desirable between the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders. Then, they discuss Bill Belichick’s future in New England and if he will be the next coach let go in the latest firings. Later, they discuss whether the firing of the Jaguars’ defensive staff was overdue, the lack of depth and organizational failure in Jacksonville, and the missed opportunities for the Jaguars’ offense. Plus, they give a realistic shopping list for the Jaguars in the offseason.

1:30 Arthur Smith firing

9:18 Ron Rivera firing

10:48 Which head coaching job is more desirable: Falcons or Commanders?

14:55 Bill Belichick’s future in New England

23:19 What went wrong with the Jaguars

39:20 Shopping list for the Jaguars in the offseason

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Annual State of the Rams Jan 04, 2024

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On today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, the Athletic’s Jourdan Rodrigue joins to discuss why the Los Angeles Rams are the most interesting team in football, the Rams' journey to clinching a playoff spot, and how Sean McVay evolved this year. Then, they break down how Kyren Williams became an essential player, how the Rams set up their rookie class for success, and the personnel department’s strategy in supplementing their roster. Plus, they discuss Sean McVay’s perspective shift this season.

2:30 Journey to clinching a playoff spot

9:16 The differences in Sean McVay and his coaching staff this year

17:00 Emergence of Kyren Williams

23:52 Success of the rookies

30:19 How the personnel department supplemented the roster

43:41 Sean McVay’s future

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Solutions for NFL Officiating Jan 02, 2024

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On today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill discusses the differences referees face in modern-day football, including the use of social media and the impact of gambling. Then, Bill breaks down the costly penalty during the Lions vs. Cowboys game. Plus, he gives his five big-picture solutions for the NFL officiating situation.

3:00 Differences in officiating in modern NFL

10:57 Lions penalty

15:15 Five big-picture solutions for NFL officiating

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Football Justice Dec 21, 2023

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In today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill discusses the pros and cons of expanding the NFL schedule and how it impacts the quality of games. Then, ESPN writer and metaphor expert Brooke Pryor joins Bill to break down the downward spiral of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh, and if the Steelers can get their spark back. Plus, they discuss the keys to specific teams succeeding with backup quarterbacks.

0:35 impact of expanded NFL schedule

12:06 Mike Tomlin’s future in Pittsburgh

15:30 George Pickens ‘lackadaisical’ effort

22:35 Wide receiver issues in Pittsburgh

33:54 Will things be different with Mason Rudolph?

38:30 Is Mike Tomlin to blame for the offensive struggles?

50:38 Big picture: why do certain teams succeed with backup quarterbacks?

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Scariest Team in Football Dec 19, 2023

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On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill is joined by ESPN writer Alaina Getzenberg to discuss why they are 'shook' by Drew Lock, concerns for the Eagles' defense, and offer their unsolicited advice for Pete Carroll. Then, they break down the downfall of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mason Rudolph starting next week, and Najee Harris' production level. Plus, they discuss the Bills being back in the playoff picture and share their realistic expectations for the remainder of the Bills' season.

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2023 NFL Redraft Dec 14, 2023

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On today’s episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill breaks down the reports of Bill Belichick and the Patriots parting ways and shares why New England should stay with Belichick. Then, ESPN writer and NFL ‘Renaissance Man’ Seth Walder joins Bill to redo the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft as if it took place today. They each share their evaluations and select who would stay in the first round and who would be left out. Then, they give ten players who should have been taken in the first round based on their rookie seasons thus far.

0:08-6:45 Should the Patriots part ways with Bill Belichick?

9:20 -38:37 Who would stay in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft

38:40-56:57 Ten players who should have been selected in the first round of the draft

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The Legend of 'Tommy Cutlets' Continues Dec 12, 2023

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On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, ESPN writer Ben Baby joins Bill to break down the Monday Night Football matchups, including if Tyreek Hill is in the MVP conversation and the ticket to postseason admission in the AFC. Then, they discuss how Tommy DeVito is making the Giants a team to watch and the big picture for the Packers. Plus, what's next for the Chargers with Justin Herbert's injury?

3:00 Mike Vrabel is the new king of the nerds

4:34 Tyreek Hill's injury impacting the game

6:34 Bills are back in the playoff picture

8:30 Concern level for Miami

10:57 Ticket for admission to the postseason for AFC

16:12 Are you skeptical if the Dolphins could thrive without Tyreek Hill?

21:00 Dolphins road to winning the AFC

24:45 Giants-Packers recap

26:24 The legend of Tommy DeVito, aka 'Tommy Cutlets'

32:31 What's to like about the young Giants roster

38:55 Big picture for the Packers

46:56 Justin Herbert Injury news

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Reading the NFL Tea Leaves: Who Has the Most to Gain or Lose? Dec 07, 2023

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On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Robert Mays of the Athletic joins Bill to discuss if this is the last season of Justin Fields in Chicago, if the Chargers will move on from Brandon Staley, and Kyler Murray's future in Arizona. Plus, they discuss the not-so-obvious

coaching candidates available.

2:11 Have we seen the last full season of Justin Fields in Chicago?

6:19 What's the future of Matt Eberflus in Chicago?

14:42 Will the Chargers move on from Brandon Staley?

28:59 Is the Patriots' head coaching job a 'good job'

30:51 Will Dennis Allen stay in New Orleans?

33:24 What's next for Robert Saleh in New York?

41:10 Kyler Murray's future in Arizona

45:27 Has Tua earned his next contract?

55:37 Not-so-obvious hot coaching candidates

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NFL Script Goes Haywire Dec 05, 2023

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On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, the Ringer's Danny Kelly joins Bill to discuss Trevor Lawrence's injury, the number of quarterback injuries across the NFL, and Jake Browning's commanding performance. Then, they break down the weekend's biggest stories, including the impact of Kenny Pickett's injury on the Steelers, Zach Wilson's reluctance to step back in as the Jets' starting quarterback, and Shaquille Leonard signing with the Eagles.

1:30 Trevor Lawrence's injury

7:22 Jaguars' water guy goes rouge

10:30 C.J. Beathard or bust?

14:47 Jake Browning's dominating performance

17:17 The Bengals in the hunt for the playoffs?

22: 30 Kenny Pickett's injury impact on the Steelers

27:30 Zach Wilson's future in New York

38:22 Shaquille Leonard signs to the Eagles

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Carolina's Coaching Carousel Nov 30, 2023

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On today's episode of the Bill Barnwell Show, Bill breaks down why Dak Prescott should be the front-runner for league MVP. Then, friend of the podcast, Josh Norris, joins Bill and shares if firing Frank Reich was the right move, if any blame should be placed on Bryce Young, and who the Panthers should seek out as their next coach.

0:40 - 9:45 Why Dak Prescott deserves to win MVP

9:46 Josh Norris joins the show

11:30 Was firing Frank Reich the right move?

17:31 Frank Reich's outdated offense

21:54: Did the Panthers' offense change under Thomas Brown's play calling?

24:55 Is Bryce Young to blame?

27:46 Was Bryce Young set up to fail with the offensive line?

30:20 Should more blame be placed on Carolina Panther's owner David Tepper

36:10 The biggest issue with the Panthers franchise

40:15 Who should the Panthers seek out as the next head coach?

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