2029 Future NFL Predictions With Ben Solak!

About this episode

Sheil and Ben Solak discuss future NFL predictions and analyze polarizing figures in the league.

Sheil and Ben Solak from ESPN shine a light on some of the most polarizing players, teams, and coaches around the league, and theorize the headlines we’re likely to see about them buzzing around NFL media circles in three years.(00:53) 2029 Future NFL Predictions(04:06) Jalen Hurts(18:55) Peyton Manning and Tom Brady(26:25) Mike Tomlin(45:03) Kyle Shanahan(50:48) Robot refs(57:35) Lamar Jackson(01:05:20) Chicago Bears(01:10:06) San Diego ChargersThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Ben SolakProducer: Chris SuttonVideo Editor: Stefano SanchezProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Sheil Kapadia

Guest: Ben Solak

Topics covered

• NFL predictions
• polarizing players
• coaches
• teams
• future headlines
• robot referees

Keywords

• NFL
• predictions
• Ben Solak
• Sheil Kapadia
• polarizing players
• robot refs
• coaches

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ESPN

Places: Chicago Bears, San Diego Chargers

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