The Ryen Russillo Show
Episodes
What Would Jordan Actually Average in Today’s NBA? Plus Our Annual MLB Preview w/ Jeff Passan!
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the idea that Michael Jordan would average 50 points per game in today’s NBA and explains exactly how improbable that would be. Then...
St. John’s! Acuff’s Rise & More Tournament Thoughts w/ Jim Jackson, Plus Hunter Pence Talks Baseball!
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with some NCAA tournament thoughts, including he and Kyle’s Johnnies in the Sweet Sixteen, Florida going down, Michigan and Arizona looki...
Austin Rivers on the Duke Scare, Plus the SGA vs. Luka Debate & Giannis at Odds with the Bucks
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Austin Rivers at halftime of Duke’s near loss to Siena. They talk about this Duke team and his memories of being upset by CJ McCol...
Carlos Boozer on His Sons at Duke, the Good & Bad of NBA Expansion w/ Mike Vorkunov, Plus Ant Edwards’ Injury w/ Jon Krawczynski
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the news about NBA expansion, with potential cities including Seattle and Las Vegas, and whether it’s worth it. Then, he chats with ...
Bracket Picks with Eamonn Brennan, Plus Do We Buy the Surging Lakers?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by college basketball writer and analyst Eamonn Brennan for a breakdown of the bracket, including some upsets he likes and whether the ...
Timberwolves Coach Chris Finch, Plus Adnan Virk Talks the Oscars & the World Baseball Classic!
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch to talk about what it’s like coaching Anthony Edwards, their bigger goals this season, and mor...
Bam’s 83 Was Awesome. All In on the Spurs? The Ravens–Crosby Drama w/ Mike Sando, Plus College Hoops w/ Mark Titus!
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with Bam Adebayo’s 83-point explosion last night, the debate over the ethics of it, and why he thought it was great. Then, he breaks down...
Hornets Rookie Kon Knueppel! Plus John Wall Talks Tatum’s Impact, Spurs Title Odds & Foul-Baiting
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is first joined by Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel to talk about his wild two-year journey from high school to Duke to potential Rookie of the Year i...
Bills Trade for DJ Moore + AJ Brown & Maxx Crosby Want Out w/ Dianna Russini, Plus Tatum’s Return w/ Jay King
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is first joined by our friend Dianna Russini with the details on DJ Moore to the Bills, why the AJ Brown and Maxx Crosby situations are the same,...
Is Kyler Worth a Shot? Plus the Lakers’ Luka Shift w/ Jovan Buha, Rockets w/ Vanessa Richardson & Warriors w/ Anthony Slater
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Cardinals deciding to release Kyler Murray, his confusing career, and what type of team should take a shot on him. Next, Lakers re...
The Knicks’ Win of the Year and the Nuggets’ Rough Patch, Plus the NFL Combine, a ’26 Draft Class Deep Dive, and NFL Free Agency with Nate Tice
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens the show by addressing the Knicks’ best win of the year over the Spurs, the Rockets rounding into shape, and the Nuggets’ down stretch....
The Spurs’ New Ceiling, Plus the Top of the 2026 NBA Draft Class With Sam Vecenie
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens the show by reexamining the San Antonio Spurs’ ceiling for the 2025–26 season and Deandre Ayton’s fit with the Lakers. Then The Athle...
Biggest Things to Watch at the NFL Combine with Daniel Jeremiah
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah from the Combine to discuss what we’ll learn in Indy about some of the biggest and most debated pr...
We Need the NBA Draft, Richard Jefferson on Cade’s MVP Case, Plus USA Hockey Wins Gold w/ John Buccigross
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen was off last week and missed the NBA tanking debate, so he opens with his thoughts on the different ideas to fix it and why abolishing the draft ...
Friday Feedback, Plus Thor Bjornsson Talks Lifting, His Hoops Career & Game of Thrones!
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen, Kyle, and Ceruti hang for a long-overdue edition of Friday Feedback, where they discuss the Barstool move, “women vs. females,” Ryen’s soc...
30 NBA Teams in 30 (Actually 60) Minutes, Plus Life Advice
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen goes through all 30 NBA teams and assesses how each should feel at the All-Star break. Then, Kyle and Ceruti join for some listener-submitted Lif...
The Annual NBA “Would You Rather” Debates, Plus Why the Dodgers Aren’t Necessarily MLB’s Bad Guys w/ Jeff Passan
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Ceruti for the annual NBA “Would You Rather” debates, including: Would you take two star players over Jokic? Jaylen Brown vs. Ja...
Wemby’s Big Night & More w/ Noah Eagle, Plus the Darryn Peterson Mystery w/ Eamonn Brennan
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen goes around the NBA with NBC’s Noah Eagle, talking Wemby and the Spurs’ ceiling, the Pistons-Hornets suspensions, and his rise as a top play-...
Seahawks Expose Patriots: Why Seattle Was Ready for the Super Bowl and the Pats Weren’t w/ Troy Aikman
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Seahawks’ convincing win in Super Bowl LX, Mike McDonald’s rise, and how Patriots fans should feel after the loss. Then, he we...
Giannis Trade Frustrations & Deadline Reaction w/ Chris Mannix, Plus Julian Edelman and Bo Jackson
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is first joined by Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix to discuss the NBA trade deadline, including Giannis staying in Milwaukee (for now), why H...
Vince Wilfork and Daniel Cormier, Plus Michelle Smallmon Hangs Out for Life Advice
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is first joined by two-time Super Bowl champion Vince Wilfork to discuss his time with the Patriots, why he always knew Mike Vrabel would be a gr...
BONUS MINI POD: Anthony Davis & James Harden Traded!
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a bonus mini pod, Ryen shares his thoughts on yet another James Harden trade. This time, he’s headed to the Cavs for Darius Garland, and Ryen giv...
LIVE FROM SAN FRAN! Todd McShay and Steve Young, Plus Cavs–Kings Trade & Giannis Latest
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen and the show are live from San Francisco this week for Super Bowl LX! He opens with the Cavs–Kings trade and the latest on Giannis. Then, Todd ...
Giannis Trade Teams & Deadline Buyers/Sellers w/ Bobby Marks, Plus Unpacking CFB Portal Drama w/ Bruce Feldman
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by former NBA front office executive and current ESPN analyst Bobby Marks to go over what’s possible with Giannis trades and which te...
Giannis Ready to Be Traded? Belichick HoF Snub w/ Voter Mike Sando, Plus Surprising & Disappointing NBA Teams w/ Austin Rivers
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the news that Giannis may be ready to be traded either before the deadline or this summer, and why this should have happened long befo...
Seahawks–Patriots Super Bowl, Brady–Maye Comps & Darnold’s Redemption w/ Fred Warner
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Seahawks–Patriots Super Bowl matchup, Sam Darnold outdueling Matthew Stafford, and the inevitable Drake Maye–Tom Brady compari...
Conference Title Game Picks & Stidham Optimism w/ Chase Daniel & Ted Nguyen, Plus the UFC’s Dana White!
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by former NFL quarterback and current analyst Chase Daniel to discuss what it’s like as a backup being thrust into a massive spot, li...
Indiana Are Champs! How Cignetti Did It and Can It Be Replicated w/ David Pollack
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his thoughts on Indiana’s improbable national title and why he doesn’t think what Cignetti has done is something other, lesser pro...
Bills Lose & Fire McDermott, Caleb Miracle Not Enough, & Pats Get Nix-Less Broncos w/ Albert Breer and Mark Schlereth
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Rams’ win over the Bears and that Caleb throw before hitting on the Bills’ loss in Denver and the idea that you have to say so...
NFL Divisional Round Picks, Harbaugh to the Giants & a Miami–Indiana Preview w/ Kevin Clark, Plus the Legend Al Michaels!
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by ESPN’s Kevin Clark to preview and pick all four NFL Divisional Round games, and they agree on all but one. Then, legendary play-by...
Tomlin Is One of One, Plus Inside Giannis’s Trade Desires, Anthony Davis’s Future, and More w/ Sam Amick
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with some thoughts on Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Steelers and shares stories from his interactions over the years with ...
The Caleb Game, the Eagles’ Hurts Problem, and More Round 1 Reaction w/ Nate Tice and Willie Colon
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his thoughts on each of the NFL Wild Card games. Then, he dives deeper with Yahoo! Sports’ Nate Tice into the Eagles’ loss and the...
Miami Beats Ole Miss, a Trae Young Victory Lap, Plus Ryan Fitzpatrick & Fred Warner Preview NFL Wild Card Weekend
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with Miami’s wild win over Ole Miss, Carson Beck, and why it’s cool to have The U back. Then, he gets into Trae Young being traded to t...
Ravens Fire Harbaugh, CFB Portal Madness w/ Max Olson, Plus Hoops w/ Robbie Hummel
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his reaction to the Ravens firing John Harbaugh. Then, he chats with ESPN’s Max Olson about the wild college football transfer porta...
Super Bowl Pick & NFL Season Awards, Plus Coaching and QB Futures w/ Albert Breer
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his Super Bowl pick now that the playoffs are set, then hands out some unique awards while looking back at the full NFL regular season...
Indiana Rolls Alabama & the SEC’s Rough Bowl Season, Plus Mendoza’s Draft Stock and More w/ Daniel Jeremiah
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his thoughts on the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, including Indiana embarrassing Alabama and what to make of the SEC’s rou...
NFL Franchise QB Value Rankings w/ Mike Sando, Plus CFB Playoff Quarterfinal Confidence Rankings w/ Danny Kanell
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with five takes from NFL Week 17, including believing in the Jaguars, Jalen Hurts struggling again, and why Bryce Young just isn’t the gu...
Fred Warner on Underrated Purdy, His Toughest Opponent & Favorite AFC Contender + NBA Christmas Preview w/ PJ Carlesimo
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen welcomes 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner back to the show to talk about the Niners’ win on Monday night, why Brock Purdy doesn’t get the...
Jon Gruden on Trevor Lawrence’s Revival, Drake Maye’s Ceiling & Who to Trust in the AFC, Plus CFB Playoff Cinderellas Had No Shot
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the confusion in the AFC and whether we should believe in teams like the Patriots, Jaguars, and Broncos. Then, he transitions to the f...
Seahawks’ Crazy Comeback, David Pollack Previews the CFB Playoff First Round, Plus Actor Josh Duhamel!
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Seahawks’ crazy comeback win over the Rams. Then, he previews the four College Football Playoff first-round matchups with David ...
Knicks Win the NBA Cup, Plus Brian Windhorst Talks Building Around Wemby, OKC vs. the Prime Warriors & LeBron’s Future
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Knicks beating the Spurs in the NBA Cup before chatting with ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst about whether that win proved firing...
Mahomes’ Future and the Super Bowl Favorite w/ Matt Ryan, Plus What’s Next for Michigan w/ Bruce Feldman
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the biggest stories from NFL Week 15, including the Patrick Mahomes injury, believing in the Broncos, and the Bills’ comeback win ov...
Fred Warner on the Niners Staying in the Hunt, Conference Contenders, and the Evolution of the Linebacker. Plus Life Advice
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by 49ers linebacker Fred Warner to discuss his Week 6 injury, how San Francisco has remained competitive despite losing key players, hi...
Bane’s Big Night, Revisiting the Trade & More NBA Cup Fun, Plus Suns Owner Mat Ishbia
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with some NBA thoughts, including the Magic’s comeback win in the NBA Cup led by a massive game from Desmond Bane. He looks back at the t...
CFB Playoff Complaints, Debates & Predictions w/ Danny Kanell, Plus the Chiefs’ Necessary Reset w/ Mike Sando
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his thoughts on the College Football Playoff bracket and why we love to complain about the rankings no matter what. Then, Danny Kanell...
CFB Championship Weekend Preview w/ Booger McFarland, Plus Commanders LB Von Miller
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Super Bowl champion and ESPN analyst Booger McFarland for some leftover thoughts on Lane Kiffin to LSU before they preview this week...
Chris Paul Sent Home! Giannis & Anthony Davis Trade Futures w/ Chris Mannix, Plus Vanderbilt HC Clark Lea
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Sports Illustrated senior NBA writer Chris Mannix to cover a bunch of topics, including the futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo and A...
The Bills’ Best Shot & the #1-Seed Bears, Plus Joel Klatt on Lane Kiffin to LSU & Fixing the CFB Playoff
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his biggest takeaways from the NFL weekend, including whether this is the Bills’ best shot to win the AFC. Then, he chats with FOX C...
Russillo on the Road: London Travelogue
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Russillo shares day-by-day recaps from his recent trip across the pond to London, England.
NBA Mailbag Questions & Another Ja Morant Self-Own, Plus CFB Rivalry Week w/ Stanford Steve
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with Ja Morant’s wild comments toward Klay Thompson and runs through the history of Ja not backing up his trash talk before Ceruti throws...
Rams Class of the NFC? Shedeur’s 1st Start, Race for the #1 Pick & the Miami–Notre Dame Debate w/ Kevin Clark
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his biggest takeaways and awards from the NFL’s Week 11 Sunday slate, including the Chiefs’ comeback, the Eagles’ issues, and Sh...
Big Cat Pitches Ryen Barstool Stunt Ideas, a CFB Playoff Team Draft & the Most Impressive NFL Team Résumés
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by Big Cat to talk about the Barstool experience so far before they draft potential CFB Playoff teams and rank the top four NFL teams u...
Why Money Doesn’t Fix College Football, NFL QB/NBA Star Player Comps, & Texas Tech Coach Joey McGuire
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Big Ten’s reported deal with private equity and why it’s insane that college football programs think money will fix their prob...
Are the Chiefs Done? Eagles Hate & the Shedeur Army w/ Willie Colon | Plus Ryen’s CFB Top 12
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with whether he’s ready to give up on the Chiefs, why he might hate the Eagles, and his biggest takeaways from the NFL Sunday slate. Then...
Horrifying OKC & Ja Morant’s Trade Value w/ Frank Isola, Plus Predicting the CFB Coaching Carousel w/ Bruce Feldman
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen is joined by NBA host and reporter Frank Isola to discuss the Thunder looking terrifying to start the season and other storylines around the leag...
Mavs Fire Nico, Greg Olsen on the NFL Game of the Year, Plus Show T-Shirt Ideas
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with the Mavericks finally firing Nico Harrison after the Luka trade. Then he chats with FOX NFL Analyst Greg Olsen about the Seahawks-Rams...
MVP Drake Maye, Scary Seahawks & Ravens Back with Albert Breer. Plus a Heisman Rant.
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen opens with his five biggest takeaways from the NFL weekend, including the Patriots rolling the Bucs and why Drake Maye looks like the MVP right n...
Chris Long's Favorite NFL Trades and Ones He Wished Happened, Plus Life Advice!
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen Russillo is joined by Super Bowl champion and friend of the show Chris Long to break down the NFL trade deadline, his favorite trades, and the on...
CFP Rankings Reactions & Inside the NFL Trade Deadline With Dianna Russini Plus Woj on Leaving the Insider Life
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryen Russillo shares his reactions to the first College Football Playoff rankings, chats with The Athletic’s NFL Insider Dianna Russini to discuss t...
What Does the Bills’ Win Over the Chiefs Mean? Plus Kirk Herbstreit and Richard Jefferson Stop By!
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Russillo opens with 5 Big NFL Things from the weekend, chats with ESPN CFB and Amazon NFL analyst Kirk Herbstreit, reveals his CFB Top 12 Rankings, an...
Welcome to The Ryen Russillo Podcast
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the new home of The Ryen Russillo Show—same Russillo, just with a fresh coat of paint. You’ll still get the sports talk, the random sto...