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