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Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast

CBS Sports, Football, NFL
NFL
CJ Stroud
San Francisco 49ers
Green Bay Packers
Jordan Love
Lamar Jackson
Buffalo Bills
Detroit Lions
Baker Mayfield
Dallas Cowboys
Jared Goff
Divisional Round
Kansas City Chiefs
Las Vegas Raiders
Jim Harbaugh
Houston Texans
Playoffs
Antonio Pierce
C.J. Stroud
Josh Allen

Pushing the Pile moves the NFL conversation across the line, led by former All-Pro offensive lineman Kyle Long, football analyst Mike Renner, and writer/thinker JP Acosta. Together, the three bring a mix of player perspective, analytics expertise, and sharp cultural insight across 4 episodes a week. It’s like hanging with your buddies and talking ball…if your buddies were 8-year NFL vets, film jun... more

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Latest Episodes

Mike Renner and JP Acosta preview and give their locks for every game of the week 7 NFL slate.

Intro (0:00)

PFF Grades on TV (2:40)

W6 Locks Review (9:43)

Buccaneers @ Lions (11:14)

Texans @ Seahawks (18:19)

Falcons @ 49ers (23:58)

Rams @ Jagu... more

Mike Renner and JP Acosta discuss what they're looking forward to on trade deadline day before unveiling their week 7 POWER TIERS. Then they finish off with a tier list of QB arm talent and a Steelers-Bengals TNF preview.

Intro (0:00)

Trade Deadline... more

Mike Renner, Kyle Long, and JP Acosta review the Monday Night Football Doubleheader and discuss the Titans firing HC Brian Callahan. Then they cut on the tape to hit the trenches, breakdown the plays and report on the draft prospects before finishing... more

Mike Renner and JP Acosta reveal the critical numbers that decided the winners and losers from each week six game.

Intro (0:00)

DET-KC (1:20)

SF-TB (11:22)

SEA-JAX (22:38)

DAL-CAR (32:21)

NE-NO (38:30)

LAC-MIA (45:42)

ARI-IND (55:43)

CIN-GB ... more

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Recent Guests

Ben DiNucci
NFL quarterback and current CBS NFL analyst
CBS Sports
Episode: Week 2 Film Review: Bucs Edge Texans, Chargers Stifle Raiders, Tush Push Evolution + More
JP Acosta
Football Analyst
CBS Sports
Episode: Predicting Win Totals for EVERY TEAM in the AFC: Can Ravens and Texans live up to the hype?
Ryan Wilson
Host of With the First Pick podcast
CBS Sports
Episode: 2025 All-Breakout Team: Introducing the Next Generation of NFL Superstars
Brock Breen
Former NFL safety joining the show to rank secondaries
Episode: Ranking Every NFL Team's Secondary - Which Team's Got Over the Top Locked Down?
Brock Vereen
Teammate from Tops on CBS Sports
CBS Sports
Episode: Drafting the NFL's Best Defenses - Which Team of Teams Will Stop Opposition in their Tracks?
Mitch Morse
Former Bills, Chiefs, and Jaguars offensive lineman
Episode: Mitch Morse Joins PTP to Open the Mailbag, Analyze OL Play, and Talk 2025 NFL Draft
Brian McFadden
Former NFL player and analyst
Episode: 2025 NFL Draft Secondary Rankings: Scouting CBs from Maxwell Hairston to Shavon Revel Jr
Emory Hunt
Former College of Florida running back and football analyst.
Football Gameplan
Episode: Official 2025 NFL Draft Running Back Rankings- Scouting RBs from Ashton Jeanty to Cam Skattebo
Joel Corry
CBS's NFL Contracts and Salary Cap Expert, former NFL agent
CBS Sports
Episode: It's a BIG DEAL! Salary Cap 101 & Free Agency Preview

Hosts

Kyle Long
Former All-Pro offensive lineman and host, known for player insights and commentary related to game strategy.
Mike Renner
Football analyst and co-host, recognized for analytical insights and evaluations of player performances.
JP Acosta
Writer and analyst, provides cultural and narrative perspectives in NFL discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • Yup

    Beside the random background noise, the ball knowledge is top notch. Shoutout JP

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cd1243
    United States2 months ago
  • Okay show with a lot of clutter and not great chemistry

    When it’s working it’s a pretty interesting show. I came from listening to Mikes old shows and ever since Tailgate/2 for 1, I don’t think he’s been used the best. He did so well when there was a fast paced conversational person like Austin G. The issue is Kyle feels too much like a clogger of that. I don’t personally care that deeply about the deep player insights and there’s some kind of allegory or story to EVERYTHING. Isn’t my taste but maybe others love it.

    It clashes pretty hard with Mike ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    simxhu
    United States2 months ago
  • Bears still haven’t proven anything

    If you want to listen to a ridiculous amount of glaze towards the Chicago Bears & a ridiculous amount of hate towards the Philadelphia Eagles, look no further, you found your podcast. Thought they were great when I first started listening to them after Pick 6 left, but lately their takes are just awful. It’s almost like they want to be on a ESPN level so people can talk about them more. Been rough the last few episodes & now I find myself playing episodes & completely tuning them out.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    dePIANOMAN24
    United States3 months ago
  • O line rankings

    Did yall forget about the Bengals!?!?! You didn’t rank them!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trentonandrew7
    United States4 months ago
  • Would have been a 5 star

    Mike Renner is the best. He offers great insight and knowledge. I tune in to listen to him and Pete (when he’s on the show). Kyle needs to go! He completely derails the show. He steps all over Mike. I’m not sure what he brings to the show expect every retired football player cliche. There is nothing more frustrating than Mike breaking down a player or making a point and him being interrupted by Kyle who then completely changes the topic!!! Mike gets a 5 star!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NickTee15
    United States7 months ago

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There is a strong nostalgia for previous shows, with comparisons made to prior podcasts that had different dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the blend of player insights and analytical commentary, indicating a preference for depth and expertise in discussions.
Critiques focus on chemistry among hosts, with some expressing a desire for smoother dialogues and varied perspectives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#231
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#45
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#52
United Kingdom/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#54
Italy/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#58
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#102
France/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Week 2 Preseason Overreactions: Jaxson Dart Will Bench Russell Wilson, the Bears are "Back"
Q: Do you think the Giants should trade Kavon Thibodeau before he loses trade value?
No, they should retain him for his potential to help with team depth and performance.
Week 2 Preseason Overreactions: Jaxson Dart Will Bench Russell Wilson, the Bears are "Back"
Q: Is Nick Scorton going to be okay for the rest of the NFL season?
Given the lack of severe complications, it's likely Scorton will heal and return, but he'll be out for a few weeks.
Week 2 Preseason Overreactions: Jaxson Dart Will Bench Russell Wilson, the Bears are "Back"
Q: What mid to late round pick would you be least surprised to see become a rookie of the year contender?
I think Caleb Johnson has a great path to the field which might lead to him being a contender for rookie of the year.
Week 2 Preseason Overreactions: Jaxson Dart Will Bench Russell Wilson, the Bears are "Back"
Q: How much were you slash linemen expected to eat during the season?
Yes, we had a staff checking calorie intake, and the cafeterias offered a variety of healthy food options.
Week 2 Preseason Overreactions: Jaxson Dart Will Bench Russell Wilson, the Bears are "Back"
Q: Did you care about winning joint practices back in the day, Kyle?
Winning joint practices was important, especially in terms of morale when you got back to the meeting room.

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4. Brock Breen
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