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The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 99 - Divisional Round Recap and Championship Sunday Best BetsThe Pile On boys, sans Big Z, reunite to discuss the shocking Packers loss to the 49ers in the divisional round. Kinger weighs in on his emotions after the loss (1:05) before the wider group gives their initial predictions about where Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers will be playing next season (15:30). Then, the guys give out their best bets for Championship Sunday (25:20).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2022-01-2832 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 98 - Jarrett Payton Returns!WGN Sports anchor Jarrett Payton returns to the Pile On to discuss the current state of the Chicago Bears. He and Barney discuss how new GM Ryan Poles' background in the Kansas City Chiefs front office can be an asset for building the next great Bears team, what the Bears should be looking for in their next head coach, and so much more. Follow Jarrett Payton on Twitter and Instagram. Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2022-01-2743 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 97 - Packers/49ers Preview and Divisional Round Best BetsThe Pile On boys reunites to talk all thing Divisional Round! After some discussion about Wild Card weekend, the guys dig into the Packers/49ers preview and why a fully healthy Packers defense has Kinger confident that Green Bay can advance to the NFC Championship game (10:30). Then, the guys give out their best bets for the divisional round (25:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2022-01-2038 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 96 - Black Monday turns over the division and Playoff PredictionsThe Pile On Boys reunite to wrap up the regular season. Barney kicks things off with his reactions to the Pace/Nagy firings (1:45) and then Remy gets responds with his thoughts to the Vikings' cleaning house as well (13:45). Afterward, Remy and Barney both give their thoughts about who they want to see as their next head coach (19:55). Things move on to Detroit, where Big Z and Kinger go over the Packers/Lions season finale (27:00). After the Week 18 chatter is done, Kingers fully previews the Packers Playoff run, including who he is the most and least excited to face in...2022-01-1259 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 95 - Week 18 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather for the last week of the 2021 regular season to talk about how their teams will do as we head into the playoffs. They kick things off with Bears/Vikings in Minneapolis as Remy and Barney both hope for a competitive game out of their non-playoff bound squads (1:15). Then, Big Z and Kinger preview the Packers/Lions game at Ford Field. How will Detroit respond in their last game of the regular season against the Green Bay starters? Finally, the boys give out their best bets for Week 18 and hope to ride into the playoffs...2022-01-0636 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 94 - Week 17 RecapThe Pile On boys reunite to talk about all things in the division. They kick things off with the Packers clinching the #1 seed in the NFC with a Sunday Night Football win against the Vikings, who are now eliminated from playoff contention (1:30). Then, Big Z discusses the Lions blowout loss to the Seahawks, but highlights the continued historic play of rookie WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (20:50). Finally, Barney discusses the Bears' thrashing of the New York Giants in Soldier Field and whether or not this win could help keep Matt Nagy's job for 2022 (28:00).  Listen and s...2022-01-0443 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 93 - Week 17 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gathers for their last episode of 2021 as they break down all things Week 17 across the NFC North. They kick things off with the big SNF matchup between the Vikings and Packers (1:30) before moving on to the Giants/Bears (17:55) and Lions/Seahawks (25:00). After a hot Week 16, the guys give out their best bets for Week 17 (31:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-3045 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 92- Week 16 RecapThe Pile On boys reunite to talk all things Week 16. They kick things off by talking about the Packers' nailbiting Christmas Day win vs the Browns (2:00). Then, a disappointed Remy talks about the Vikings being on the outside looking into the playoffs after their home loss at the hands of the LA Rams (14:50). Barney goes into his complicated feelings about the Bears' snowy win against the Seahawks (22:20). Finally, Big Z discusses the Lions close road loss against the Falcons and why he is excited about a couple of defensive standouts (32:30). Listen and subscribe to...2021-12-2842 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 91 - Week 15 Recap & Week 16 Preview with Best BetsThe Pile on boys reunites for a jam-packed holiday episode! Barney and Remy kick off our Week 15 recap with the Bears/Vikings MNF showdown (1:45) followed by Packers/Ravens (20:25) and Cardinals/Lions (31:20). Afterward, the guys move on to the Week 16 preview, beginning with Lions Falcons (40:35), and then go through the division with Bears/Seahawks (43:00), Packers/Browns on Christmas Day (45:30), and Rams/Vikings (51:00). Finally, everyone gives out their presents with their best bets for Week 16 (55:40)! Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-221h 05The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 90 - Week 15 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys gear up for Week 15 by discussing all of the happenings around the division including Cardinals/Lions (1:30), Packers/Ravens (5:15), and the Monday Night matchup between the Vikings and Bears (12:30). And of course, everyone gives out their best bets for Week 15 (23:40). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-1636 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 89 - Week 14 RecapThe Pile On boys regrouped to talk about all of the division action in Week 14. Remy kicked things off by discussing the Vikings' near-collapse on Thursday Night Football (2:30). Then, Big Z talks about how a depleted Lions squad couldn't make it back-to-back victories against the Broncos (14:00). And finally, Barney and Kinger went on a deep dive about their trip to Lambeau Field to see the Bears/Packers historic rivalry in person (18:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-1540 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 88 - Week 14 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on the eve of Week 14 to preview the action around the division, starting with Remy's Vikings hosting a Thursday Night matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers (1:40). Then, Big Z is still riding high on the Lions' first win as Detroit gears up to face the Broncos in the Mile High City (12:05). In our last preview, the Packers and Bears renew their rivalry at Lambeau Field on Sunday Night Football (18:45). Finally, everyone gives out their best bets for Week 14 (31:45).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! F...2021-12-0942 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 87 - Week 13 RecapThe Pile On boys reunite to talk all things Week 13. Big Z finally gets to celebrate a win as the Lions beat the Vikings on the last play of the game. Remy is not amused (1:10). Then, Barney discusses another Bears loss as they fall to the Cardinals (16:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-0829 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 86 - Week 13 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather to talk all things Week 12. They kick things off with the sole NFC North matchup of the weekend with the Vikings traveling to Ford Field to face off against the Lions (1:10). Then, Barney gives us a review of the Cardinals/Bears game and talks about if the Bears can hang with the Cardinals, who are coming back to full strength (13:30). Finally, everyone gives out their best bets for the weekend!  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-0234 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 85 - One-on-One with Jarrett PaytonA few weeks ago, Barney sat down with WGN sports personality and motivational speaker Jarrett Payton to talk about how switching from soccer to football in high school led to him to star at the University of Miami, how his dad Walter's legacy has impacted him, and of course, the current state of the Chicago Bears.  Follow Jarrett Payton on Twitter and Instagram. Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-12-0139 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 84 - Week 12 RecapThe Pile On boys reunite to talk Turkey Day and all things Week 12. They first start things off with the recap of the Bears/Lions Thanksgiving game where Dan Campbell's questionable game management took center stage (1:55). Then, Remy digs into the Vikings loss to the 49ers and how Dalvin Cook's injury will impact Minnesota over the next few weeks (15:50). Finally, Kinger gets to wax poetic about the Packers' dominating home win vs Rams and how they are the class of the NFC (26:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! F...2021-11-3039 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 83 - Week 11 Recap and Week 12 PreviewThe Pile On boys celebrate Turkey Week by recapping all of the Week 11 action. Remy finally gets to gloat about the Vikings beating the Packers (1:05), Barney is upset after another heartbreaking Bears loss (13:20), and Big Z recaps yet another Lions loss (22:20). Then, the guys move on to previewing Week 12, starting with the Bears/Lions Thanksgiving matchup (28:20). Then, we preview the Rams/Packers (35:50) and Vikings/49ers (45:35). Finally, everyone gives out their best bets for Week 12 (50:35). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-11-2459 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 82 - Week 11 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On crew reunites to discuss all things Week 11. The guys first focus on the big Packers/Vikings matchup that sees the Pack as only 1-point favorites (1:00). Then, the fellas move to the Windy City where Barney previews why he thinks the Bears can get a home upset against the Ravens (12:00). Then, Big Z previews the Lions/Browns game with backup QB Tim Boyle possibly at the helm. Does Big Z think the Lions can pull off the double-digit upset? (21:15). And of course, the guys wrap up the preview episode with their best bets for Week 11 (29:20).  2021-11-1937 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 81 - Week 10 RecapThe Pile on boys, sans Barney, regroup to talk about an undefeated Week 10 ffor the NFC North. First up, Big Z discusses the feeling of tying in an NFL game as the Lions tied the Steelers on Sunday afternoon (1:30). Then, Kinger discusses how the Packers D shut down Russell Wilson at a snowy Lambeau Field (9:40). Finally, Remy is back on the Vikings playoff train as Minnesota defeats the Chargers in LA (19:10).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-11-1526 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 80 - Week 10 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys reunite to talk all things Week 10. They kick things off with their reactions to the startling Dalvin Cook news (1:05) before diving into the Lions/Steelers matchup (7:10). Then, Kinger previews Russell Wilson's return against the Packers (15:00) and Remy discusses how the Vikings can back on track at home vs the Chargers (20:35). Finally, all of the guys dish out their best bets for Week 10 (26:30). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-11-1136 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 79 - Week 9 RecapThe Pile On boys recap all of the Week 9 action, including the Bears' heartbreaking MNF loss (1:20), Jordan Love's first career start vs the Chiefs (13:15), and another close loss for the Vikings (25:50).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-11-1038 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 78 - Week 8 Recap and Week 9 PreviewThe Pile On boys look back at Week 8 and discuss the big road win by the Packers (1:40) and the disappointing losses by the Bears (9:50), Vikings (16:20), and Lions (25:45). Then, they shift towards the future and break down the Vikings road tilt against the Ravens (29:00), how scary going into Arrowhead is for the Packers (32:30), and the Bears' Monday Night Football matchup against the Steelers (39:20). Finally, all of the guys try to bounce back from a rough Week 8 with their best bets (47:30) for Week 9.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow u...2021-11-0356 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 77 - Week 8 PreviewThe Pile On boys regroup to talk about all things coming up in Week 8. The guys first first preview the Thursday Night Football matchup with the battered Packers going to Arizona to play the undefeated Cardinals (1:20). After, Barney tells us why the home dog Bears can beat the 49ers (11:20). The conversation turns to the Lions/Eagles matchup, where the whole crew is rosy about Detroit's chances to get their first win of the season (23:15). To round out the previews, the guys dig into the big Sunday Night Football matchup with the Vikings playing host to the Cowboys (30:10). Finally, after...2021-10-2848 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 76 - Week 7 RecapThe Pile On boys, sans Remy, discuss all of the NFC North happenings in Week 7. The guys start with the Packers' home win against Washington, in which Green Bay's red zone defense came up big (1:40). Then Barney goes in on the Bers after their 38-3 road beatdown at the hands of the Tampa Bay Bucs (10:00). Finally, Big Z thinks that a Lions win is right around the corner after their close Week 7 loss to the Rams (25:00). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and...2021-10-2636 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 75 - Week 7 Preview & Best BetsWhile the Vikings take the week off, the rest of the Pile On crew preview their Week 7 matchups. Kinger kicks things off by talking about how the Packers will follow up their big win in Chicago against Washington in Lambeau (1:30). Then, Barney discusses how the double-digit underdog Bears will beat Tom Brady on the road (10:00). Big Z finishes up our previews by talking about how improbable the Lions can have a chance against ex-Lions legend and current Los Angeles Ram Matthew Stafford in the Sunshine State (20:30). Finally, everyone hopes THIS is the week to turn their fortunes around with...2021-10-2140 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 74 - Week 6 RecapThe Pile On boys regroup to discuss all of the Week 6 action. First, Kinger and Barney break down the Packers/Bears game from every angle including Aaron Rodgers continued dominance and the poor officiating (2:20). Then, Kinger gloats about the Vikings' overtime win against the Panthers and how he feels about his squad going into the bye (19:40). Finally, Big Z discusses the Lions' latest loss, this time at the hands of the Cincinnati Bengals (30:30). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-10-2043 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 73 - Week 6 PreviewThe Pile On boys join on the eve of Week 6 to preview all of the action around the division, including the Packers/Bears matchup that is firing Barney and Kinger up! The crew starts by breaking down that game including if Justin Fields can get a big win at home and if the Bears OL can hold up in the big game (1:10). Then, Remy shares his thoughts about why the Vikings will steal a win on the road against the Panthers (19:35) and Big Z gives his thoughts on the Lions' home tilt vs the Bengals (27:05). Finally, everyone gives out...2021-10-1448 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 72 - Week 5 RecapThe Pile On boys regroup to break down all of the exciting Week 5 action. Big Z and Remy discuss the game-winning field goal that kept the Lions away from their first win (2:10), then Kingers talks about the madness that led to the Packers barely squeaking by the Bengals in OT (18:30), and finally, Barney discusses the Bears road win against the dysfunctional Raiders (27:45).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-10-1244 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 71 - Week 5 PreviewWith Remy and (mostly) Barney down for the count, Big Z and Kinger preview all of the Week 5 action. They start off with the Packers/Bengals game and discuss if the battered Green Bay defense can hang with 3-1 Cincinnati (1:15). Then, the guys preview the Lions/Vikings game and how Detroit can weather their bevy of injuries to pull out a win (6:15). Then, they look at the Bears/Raiders matchup with a cameo from Barney (15:55). Finally, Big Z and Kinger dig into their best bets for Week 5 (23:20).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify a...2021-10-0834 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 70 - Week 4 RecapThe Pile On boys reunite to discuss all of the Week 4 action around the division. They start in Chicago with the Bers/Lions game, where Detroit fumbled their way out of a chance to win (3:20). Then, things turn to Remy and Vikings, whose offense got shut down at home vs the Browns (20:30). Finally, the boys touch on the division-leading Packers and their convincing home victory over the Steelers (29:00).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-10-0539 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 69 - Week 4 PreviewThe Pile On boys reunite to break down all of the Week 4 action. They kick things off with the Lions/Bears game at Soldier Field and debate on whether Bears fans are rooting for the Lions to help get Matt Nagy out of town (2:05). Then, Remy goes into why he thinks the Vikings will upset the Browns at home (18:15) and Kinger speaks confidently about why the Packers will handle the floundering Steelers in Lambeau (25:55). Finally, everyone gets in the best bets for Week 4 (34:45). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! 2021-09-3046 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 68 - Week 3 Heartbreak for Lions and Bears, Thrilling Wins for Vikings and PackersThe Pile On crew reunites on the heels of Green Bay's thrilling road win against the 49ers to talk about the exciting victories and devastating losses around the division in Week 3. They kick things off with the Packers' exciting Sunday Night win against the 49ers and how Aaron Rodgers continues to be magical (1:50). Then, Big Z changes the tone a bit to talk about the Lions' latest heartbreaking loss against the Ravens at home (9:25). Afterwards, Barney goes nuclear on Matt Nagy and the Bears coaching staff after Chicago's beatdown from the Cleveland Browns in Justin Fields' first career start (17:10...2021-09-2735 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 67 - Week 3 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys reunite to preview all of the Week 3 action around the division, including Justin Fields' first career start vs the Browns (1:20), the Ravens/Lions matchup (9:35), the Vikings home opener vs the Seahawks (16:30), and the Packers primetime rematch with the 49ers (21:50). And of course, they round out the episode with everyone's best bets (29:40). Will Big Z finally get in the win column this week? Only time will tell.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-09-2340 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 66 - Week 2 RecapThe Pile On boys reconvene on a late-night episode to talk about Week 2 around the division. They start off with the Lions/Packers Monday night blowout (2:10) before Remy gets all fired up about yet another missed Minnesota FG (13:20), and Barney goes in-depth about the Bears' home-opening win vs. the Bengals (21:00). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-09-2135 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 65 - Week 2 Preview and Best BetsWe know at least one Pile On member will be a winner this week! Who do the guys think it will be? The guys dig into all of the Week 2 games including Bengals/Bears (1:10), Vikings/Cardinals (13:10), and the Lions/Packers on Monday Night Football (23:20). Then, everyone gets in their best bets for Week 2 (40:40).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-09-1553 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 64 - Everyone Is All Tied Up (at 0-1)The Pile On boys come together disappointed after each one of their teams lost to open the 2021 season. They kick things off with the Bears' big loss on Sunday Night Football to the Rams (2:05). Then, a stunned Kinger recounts how the listless Packers suffered a massive loss to the Saints (15:00). After, Big Z recaps how after the Lions went down four scores to the 49ers at home only to have their comeback stopped on the final drive (24:20). Finally, a furious and riled-up Remy details how the Vikings were screwed over in their OT loss to the Bengals (33:40). 2021-09-1345 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 63 - Week 1 Predictions and Best BetsThe Pile On crew gathers on the eve of the 2021 season to preview Week 1 and give out their best bets. First up, it's Big Z against the world as he previews the Lions/49ers game (1:30). Then we move onto the Vikings as they start the season on the road against the Bengals (10:50). Then, Kinger gives us the low-down on what the Packers will do to outscore the Saints on Sunday (17:30). For our last preview, Barney tries his best to make a case for the Bears against the Rams on Sunday Night Football (25:55). Finally, we try to help you the...2021-09-0944 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 62 - 53-Man Roster Reactions and 2021 Season PredictionsThe Pile On boys reunite to discuss all that went down during the 53-man roster cutdown day across the league and who were some of their surprise cuts (1:15). Then, they dive into their team record predictions where the fellas picked the Bears (19:40), Lions (27:30), Packers (36:25), and the Vikings (44:00) exact records for the 2021 season. Then, everyone laid out their thoughts on who would win the big season awards including Offensive Rookie of the Year (52:20), Defensive Rookie of the Year (56:30), Offensive Player of the Year (1:01:30), Defensive Player of the Year (1:05:50), and MVP (1:09:30). Finally, the guys wrap up their predictions by picking their...2021-09-011h 21The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 61 - Week 2 Preseason ReactionsThe Pile On boys reconvene to talk about Week 2 of the preseason. Barney kicks things off by talking about the Bears beat down from the Bills (1:05) and how the offensive line could be a big problem going into the season (10:50). Then, a despondent Remy discusses the abysmal Vikings offense and their nine total points scored over the preseason (11:55). After, Kinger discusses the Packers' Week 2 game against the Jets (17:30). Finally, Big Z gets into the Lions' loss to the Steelers and the worrying play of new rookie RT Penei Sewell (25:55). Plus, a mailbag answering a few of your questions!  2021-08-2746 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 60 - Preseason Week 1 ReactionsThe Pile On boys, sans Big Z, gather to discuss their reaction to the opening weekend of the preseason. Remy kicks things off by getting fired up about the Vikings' lack of offensive firepower but was encouraged by Kellen Mond's first taste of NFL action (1:30). Then, Kiger makes his return to the pod with his chest puffed out by Jordan Love's stand-out performance in his first NFL appearance against the Texans (8:20). Finally, Barney goes over the Bears/Dolphins game and the electric performance Justin Fields gave (20:30) and also dug into his concerns about Teven Jenkins' continued back problems (28:10). 2021-08-1943 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 59 - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Training Camp So FarThe Pile On boys, sans Remy and Kinger, reunite to talk about all of the good, the bad, and the ugly of training camp so far. Barney and Big Z look at the first unofficial depth charts for each of their teams (2:00) before Big Z talks the high rising young players Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jeff Okuah's performance in camp so far (10:55). Then, Barney discusses the great initial feedback on the new Bears defensive coordinator Sean Desai and how he can keep the Bears D playing at a high level. Zach pivots to the bad parts of Lions camp...2021-08-1338 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 58 - Training Camp Updates and Dan Campbell's Caffeine ConsumptionThe Pile On boys reunite to talk all things training camp. They go around the division to the Vikings (1:00), Bears (9:00), Packers (17:35), and the Lions (29:00). Then, the guys finish up by reacting to the recent revelation that Lions HC Dan Campbell consumes over a half gallon of caffeine a day (36:00)! Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-08-0544 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 57 - Training Camp Battles To Watch ForAfter a long hiatus, The Pile On boys reconvenes on the eve of training camp to talk key position battles to look out for. Naturally, they kicked things off with the latest in the Aaron Rodgers saga (1:45), including the latest news that he turned down an extension from Green Bay. Then, they go around the horn and touched on the most important battles to look for on the Vikings (18:20), Bears (24:30), Lions (34:40), and Packers (49:40).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-07-2659 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 56 - Aaron Rodgers wants out of Green Bay and NFL Draft ReviewThe Pile On boys regroup after the draft to talk about how their teams did over the weekend BUT FIRST have a spirited discussion about Aaron Rodgers going nuclear about his desire to leave the Green Bay Packers (1:50). Afterward, Big Z turns their eye toward the draft and Detroit's culture-establishing class (20:00). Then, Barney gets absolutely fired up and praises (!) Ryan Pace for being aggressive in getting QB Justin Fields and OT Tevin Jenkins (28:00). Remy goes next and digs into another deep draft class for the Vikings and how the young core can help them rebound next season (46:10). Finally, Kinger...2021-05-061h 08The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp 55 - Mock drafting the first three rounds of the 2021 DraftThe Pile On boys gather at the start of NFL Draft week to do a final mock draft of the first three rounds of the 2021 NFL Draft. They start with the Lions at #7 overall, where the best case scenario falls into Big Z's lap (1:45). Then, then they move to the second round where the Kinger and the Packers look to add a playmaker for Aaron Rodgers (12:45). Finally, in the 3rd round, Remy and Barney eye their QBs of the future (20:45).  For more draft coverage, follow the draft LIVE along with Barney and Big Z o...2021-04-2641 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 54 - Top 5 2021 Offensive NFL Draft ProspectsThe Pile On boys gather a week out from the draft to rank their top offensive prospects by position. They start off with the premier position group, the QBs (1:30), before moving on to wide receiver (11:45) and tight ends (25:00). After, the guys break down the trenches with interior linemen (30:25) and offensive tackles (37:40). Finally, they go over a talented running back class (42:40). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!  Stay tuned to our social media for details about our live first-round commentary d...2021-04-2250 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 53 - Top 5 2021 Defensive NFL Draft ProspectsThe Pile On boys continue their 2021 NFL Draft coverage by going over their top 5 prospects at each defensive position. They kick things off in the trenches with defensive linemen (1:40) before going onto edge rushers (12:40). Then, Remy breaks down his top 5 linebackers (21:00) and Barney discusses his top cornerbacks (27:30). Finally, Kinger gives his top 5 safeties (36:45). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-04-1546 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 52 - The Pile On's first 2021 Mock DraftThe Pile On boys gather as the draft season ramps up to give their first 3-round mock draft. Every one takes turns picking the players they want to see drafted in the 1st (2:23), 2nd (24:00), and 3rd (35:30) rounds. Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-04-0146 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 51 - The Bears Bears-ing, Vikings adding key defenders, Lions start their rebuildThe Pile On boys regroup after the first week of free agency to discuss all of the moves that happened inside the division. Barney starts off by reacting to the Bears signing Andy Dalton to be their 2020 starting quarterback and lays into management for sticking to the same old plan (1:10). Then Remy gets into a few of the big defensive acquisitions Minnesota made on the open market (15:50) and Kinger delves into how the Packers handled their business by keeping some of their core (24:30). Finally, Big Z talks about how the Lions small free agent signings are the start of...2021-03-1944 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 50 - Dream OffseasonsAfter a few weeks away, the Pile On boys gather to talk about the dream offseasons for each of their teams by going through their ideal free agent signing (1:10), trades (21:10), and Day 1 draft picks.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-02-2450 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 49 - Stafford/Goff Trade Reactions and Super Bowl LV Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on Super Bowl week to discuss the big trade and the big game! First, Producer Kid J helps the guys break down the Matt Stafford trade (1:30). Then, each of the guys goes around the horn to discuss what has been happening on the coaching side of the division (19:20), and finally, everyone gives out their best bets for Super Bowl LV (34:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-02-0545 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 48 - Packers lose the NFC Championship, Aaron Rodgers' Future, Matt Stafford on Trade BlockThe Pile On boys reunite to talk about the end of the NFC North's 2020 season with the Packers loss to the Buccaneers in the NFC Championship. Kinger and the crew break down what went wrong for the Pack and how missed turnover opportunities helped end their season (1:45). Then, they address some postgame comments made by Aaron Rodgers that cast some doubt on his future in a Packer uniform (20:15). Finally, the guys address new reports saying that Matt Stafford's time in Detroit is coming to an end and what the Lions could get for him in the trade market (28:30). 2021-01-2541 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 47 - Lions hire Dan Campbell as HC, Bucs/Packers Preview, Championship Weekend Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on the eve of Championship Weekend to talk about the Packers chances in the NFC Championship game. First, Big Z goes into the Lions' hiring of Saints TE coach Dan Campbell as head coach and how he will usher in a new era of Detroit football (2:00). The guys then go in depth into the Packers chances to advance to Super Bowl LV (14:00). Finally, everyone makes their best bets for championship weekend (25:30). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and...2021-01-2238 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 46 - Packers advance to the NFC ChampionshipThe Pile On Boys recap the Packers 32-18 win over the Rams and look ahead a bit their NFC Championship matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-01-2021 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 45 - Bears bring back Pace and Nagy, Packers/Rams Preview, and Best BetsThe Pile On boys along with producer Kid J gather on the eve of the Divisional Round to discuss what s happening in the NFC North. First, Barney speaks for the entire Bears fanbase in expressing his dismay in the news that General Manager Ryan Pace and Head Coach Matt Nagy are returning for 2021 (1:45). After, Big Z updates the guys on the Lions GM and head coaching search (17:30). Then, Kinger and Rams fan Producer Kid J help the Pile On guys break down the Packers/Rams Divisional Round game on Saturday. Finally, everyone gives out their best bet of...2021-01-1457 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 44 - Bears offense disappears in New OrleansThe Pile On boys regroup to discuss the Bears Wild Card loss to the New Orleans Saints. Barney and the guys discuss Chicago's loss from every angle, from the disappointing coaching to the lack of offensive spark (1:10). Then, they look ahead to the Packers Divisional Round matchup against the Rams (27:00).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-01-1131 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 43 - Lions GM and HC search, Bears/Saints Preview, Wild Card Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on the eve of the playoffs to talk about the Lions ongoing GM and head coaching search (3:40), the Bears/Saint Wild Card matchup (21:00), and the their best bet for Wild Card weekend (40:25). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-01-0852 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 42 - Lions/Vikings wrap up seasons, Bears/Packers move on to playoffsThe Pile On boys gather to talk about the end of the regular season. Big Z and Remy discuss their final matchup of the season, including Justin Jefferson breaking records and some sketchy refereeing (2:10). Then, Barney and Kinger talk about the Bears/Packers matchup and how that will translate to the playoffs, including the possibility of Green Bay and Chicago meeting for a third time in the divisional round (11:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2021-01-0434 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 41 - Vikings/Lions, Bears/Packers Preview, Week 17 Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather to talk about everything at stake for their teams in Week 17. Big Z and Remy discuss how losing is actually winning for Lions (2:00), and Barney and Kinger break down all of the various playoff scenarios at stake for the Packers and Bears (10:45). Finally, everyone gives out their best bets for the final week of the regular season (35:15)! Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2020-12-3044 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 40 - Packers win big on SNF, Bears on cusp of playoffs, Vikings/Lions embarrassedThe Pile on boys regroup after the Packers dominating Sunday Night Football win to recap all of the Week 16 action. Kinger kicks things off by going into his supreme confidence in his Packers as they tighten their grip on the #1 seed in the NFC (2:30). Then Barney talks about how confident he feels about the Bears chances in Week 17 are against Green Bay with Chicago on the cusp of the playoffs (13:30). The guys also get into a big debate about the reported extensions coming Matt Nagy and Mitchell Trubisky's way in the offseason. The conversation then turns o the basement...2020-12-2849 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 39 - Vikings on Christmas, Packers/Titans, Week 16 Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather before the holidays to preview all of the Week 16 action. They kick things off with the Vikings Christmas Day tilt against the Saints (1:40) and then go into the Bucs/Lions game on Saturday afternoon (9:15). Barney continues to beat his chest during the preview of Bears/Jags (16:00), and Kinger talks through the Packers big SNF matchup against the Titans (27:30). Finally, the guys give out their best bets for all of the Week 16 games (36:30). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2020-12-2349 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 38 - Packers beat Panthers, Bears topple Vikings, NFC North playoff pictureThe Pile On Boys gather after a competitive Week 15 to discuss the Packers strengthening their hold on the #1 seed (2:15), the Lions losing to the Titans (9:45), and the Bears' gritty road win against the Vikings (13:40).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2020-12-2134 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 37 - Rodgers For MVP, Bears/Vikings Preview, Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on eve of Week 15 to discuss all of the happenings in the division. They kick off things with discussing the Packers' Saturday night tilt against the Panthers, and dive into Aaron Rodgers MVP candidacy (2:10). Then, Big Z talks about the Lions chances vs Derrick Henry and the Titans along with some updates to Detroit's GM search (14:00). Barney and Remy wrap up the game previews to discuss the pivotal Bears/Vikings rematch on Sunday afternoon (24:00). Lastly, the boys give out their best bets for Week 15 and give out all the encouragement Kinger needs to turn...2020-12-1750 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 36 - Packers are NFC North Champs, Bears stay alive, Vikings lose to BucsThe Pile On boys gather to recap all of the action in Week 14. First, Kinger and Big Z talk about the Packers road win vs the Lions to clinch the NFC North crown (2:20). Then, Barney is back in on the Bears season after Chicago's dominating win against the Texans (11:20). Finally, Remy talks about the disappointing Vikings road performance against the Bucs and how that loss makes next week's Bears/Vikings rematch loom larger than ever (24:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!2020-12-1433 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 35 - Deshaun Watson vs the Bears, Bucs/Vikings, Packers/Lions Previews, and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on the eve of Week 14 to preview all of the action around the division. They kick off with Barney talking about the current state of the Bears as Deshaun Watson visits Chicago for the first time in career (1:30). Then, Remy gets grilled by the guys for believing in the Vikings' chances against Tom Brady and the Bucs in Tampa Bay (15:20) and Kinger and Big Z talk through the potentially high-scoring Packers/Lions game at Ford Field (32:30). Finally, the guys go through their best bets for the weekend ahead (43:30).  Listen and subscribe to u...2020-12-1056 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 34 - Bevell's Big Debut, Vikings OT Win, and Packers Keep CruisingThe Pile On boys gather to wrap up all of the exciting action Week 13 had to offer. They kick off with the Lions come from behind victory against the Bears and why Barney thanks Big Z for handing the Bears a loss (1:45). Then, Remy breaks down the Vikings thrilling OT victory against the Jaguars to keep in the playoff hunt (16:10). Finally, Kinger and the guys discuss how the Packers are keeping on schedule with their win against the Eagles in Lambeau (23:40).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook a...2020-12-0736 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 33 - Bears/Lions Rematch, Packers Revenge, Vikings/Jaguars, and Best BetsThe Pile On guys reunite on the eve of Week 13 to talk about all of the upcoming action in the NFC North. They start by talking about the Lions/Bears rematch from Week 1 (2:20), including a big bet placed between Big Z and Barney. Then, they preview the Vikings/Jaguars game (19:30), and the Packers/Eagles matchup (27:05). Finally, everyone makes their best bets of the week (39:20).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-12-0448 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 32 - Packers/Bears Beatdown, Vikings Comeback, and Lions Clean HouseThe Pile On boys gather to discuss all of the Week 12 action. They start with the Packers beat down of the Bears on Sunday Night Football (1:45) before diving into the Vikings big comeback win (21:50) that keeps their playoff hopes alive. Finally, the guys discuss the future of the Lions after a Thanksgiving loss to the Texans led Detroit to fire their GM and head coach.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-11-3048 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 31 - Lions on Thanksgiving, Week 12 Preview, and Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather on Thanksgiving Eve to talk Thanksgiving football, Bears/Packers on Sunday Night Football, Vikings/Panthers and, of course, their best bets for Week 12. Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-11-2639 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 30 - Packers and Vikings lose heartbreakers and the Lions get shut outThe Pile On boys reunite after the NFC North goes winless during Week 11. Kinger talks through the heartbreak of the Packers losing in OT to the Colts (1:55), Remy goes through his emotions on the Vikings last minute defeat (9:55). Then, Big Z talks with the guys about what he thinks is one of about the Lions shutout loss (18:35) and bats around the idea of what Matt Stafford could be worth on the trade market this offseason (25:10).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-11-2337 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 29 - Week 11 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather to talk about the Packers, Lions, and Vikings Week 11 matchup while Barney gets to rest easy this week with a Bears bye. The previews kick off with Lions/Panthers (5:00), then Cowboys/Vikings (14:20), and finish up with Packers/Colts (23:15). Finally, the guys look to bounce back after a few rough weeks at the sportsbook with their best bets for this upcoming slate of games (33:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-11-1947 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 28 - Bears lose to Vikings on MNF, Lions win walk-off against Washington, Packers upset by JaguarsThe Pile On boys gather right after the Vikings big Monday Night Football win vs the Bears and the Week 10 action around the division. They jump right into the action with Remy being proud of his Vikings taking a victory on the road vs Barney's Bears (1:00). Then, the guys talks about the disappointing Packers home loss to the Jaguars, including how Green Bay's defeat impacted Barney's betting card (18:50). Finally, Big Z discusses the Lions victory over the Washington Football Team (31:15).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and I...2020-11-1744 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 27 - Week 10 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On boys sans Kinger reunite to talk NFL Week 10 action. They start off with a quick preview of the Packers/Jaguars game (2:00) then jump into the Lions/Washington game (9:00). Finally, the guys give a full deep dive into the big NFC North matchup on Monday Night Football between the Bears and Vikings (14:45). Unsurprisingly, Remy and Barney are confident in their team pulling out the win, but what does Big Z think? After wrapping up previews, the guys give out their best bets, including their picks on the Giants/Eagles, Bears/Vikings, and more (32:20).  Listen and s...2020-11-1241 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 26 - Week 9 RecapThe Pile On boys regroup to talk about the split division record in Week 9. To start, Kinger talks through the Packers blowout win against the 49ers on Thursday Night Football (1:10). Then Remy and Big Z talk about their matchup that left Big Z openly wondering about the future of Matt Stafford as a Detroit Lion and Remy expressing optimism about a potential Vikings playoff run (9:10). Finally, Barney lays waste to Matt Nagy and the Bears after the team's third consecutive loss against the Tennessee Titans (21:35). The guys also talk about the Bears QB situation and whether or not a...2020-11-0941 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 25 - Week 9 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On Boys gather to talk about Week 9, starting with Kinger talking about the battered and bruised Packers facing off against the 49ers on TNF (1:00). Then, Big Z and Remy discuss the first Lions/Vikings matchup of the season as Minnesota looks to capitalize on their big win last week (12:15). For the final preview, a despondent Barney walks us through what to look for in the Bears/Titans game (25:45). Lastly, the boys give out their best bets for Week 9 (38:15). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and...2020-11-0549 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 24 - Week 8 RecapThe Pile On boys feel down on their teams after Week 8 except, Remy, who is all smiles after the Vikings big win vs the Packers. He and Kinger talk about what happened at a breezy Lambeau Field that result in the Vikings' second win of the season (1:10). Then, Big Z talks about yet another disappointing Lions loss at the hands of the Indianapolis Colts (17:10).  Finally, Barney discusses with the rest of the guys about the Bears continued frustrating play against the Saints after a devastating OT loss (28:10).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!...2020-11-0246 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 23 - Week 8 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather to preview Week 8. They touch on the Everson Griffen trade (1:15) before Kinger and Remy dive into one of the division's biggest rivalries: Packers/Vikings (3:35). Then, Big Z previews the Lions home matchup against the Colts and if he can convince the others that Detroit can go over .500 for the first time this season (16:40). Barney wraps up the Week 8 slate with a preview of the Bears against the Saints as they look to bounce back from their Monday Night Football defeat (25:40). Finally, everyone gives out their best bets across the league (38:10). Listen and...2020-10-2951 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 22 - Week 7 ReviewWith Remy taking the episode off, the Pile On crew dives right going over the Week 7 action. A fired-up Barney leaves no stone unturned in analyzing the Bears big Monday Night Football loss to the Rams (1:05). Then, a cheerful Kinger talks about how the Packers got back on track, including the importance of Jamaal Williams' huge performance in Aaron Jones' place (18:30). Finally, a delighted and overjoyed Big Z talks about the Lions' last-second victory over the Falcons in Atlanta (30:15).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-10-2748 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 21 - Week 7 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys gather to preview Week 7 as the NFC North packs their bags for a slate of road games. Before they tackle the week's action, Remy gives an update on how his Vikings are looking headed into the bye (1:15). Then,  Big Z kicks off our game previews as the Lions travel down to Atlanta to face the Falcons (5:20). Afterwards, Kinger gives his thoughts on how the Packers can rebound against the Texans after their big loss to Tampa Bay (17:30). Finally, Barney expresses his distaste in the Pile On's consistent disbelief in the first-place Bears as they go i...2020-10-2243 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 20 - Week 6 RecapThe Pile On crew recap a mixed Week 6 for the NFC North. Remy kicks off the week-in-review with a down and out look at the Vikings season, including a spicy take about Mike Zimmer (1:15). Then, Big Z gets to taste victory again after the Lions' big win against the Jaguars (13:15). Barney gives us a run-through the division-leading Bears road victory against the Panthers (26:05). Finally, Kinger walks through the Packers' puzzling loss to Bucs and if they can get back on track (38:50). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-10-2054 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 19 - Week 6 Preview & Best BetsWith everyone's teams back to playing, the Pile On crew gather to break down the matchups. Remy kicks things off with the Vikings/Falcons preview (1:20), then Barney goes through the key points for the Bears to get a win in Carolina (8:15), Big Z talks through Lions/Jaguars (15:15). Finally, Kinger talks about how the Packers will shape in their toughest test yet against the Buccaneers (20:30).  Then, the boys try to rebound from a rough Week 5 at the sportsbook with their best bets for Week 6 (27:30). *Program Note: This episode was recorded on Tuesday October 13th. Any betting l...2020-10-1638 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 18 - Week 5 RecapThe Pile On Crew gathers to talk about the Bears and Vikings Week 5 games. Barney and the crew go in-depth about what worked so well for the Bears against the Buccaneers, including their dominant defense (1:10). Then, a frustrated and disappointed Remy discusses with the group about the Vikings heartbreaking loss to the Seahawks on Sunday night (16:10). Every one then gives their feelings on the state of the Vikings heading into Week 6 (22:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! 2020-10-1428 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 17 - Week 5 Preview and Best BetsThe Pile On Crew kick off their Week 5 preview with Tompa Bay coming to Chicago to face Barney's Bears (1:20). The crew weighs in on if the Bears can turn things enough on offense to keep up with Tom Brady and the Bucs. With the Lions and Packers on bye this week, Remy goes in-depth about if the Vikings can stay hot on Sunday Night Football against the Seahawks (14:40). Then, the guys see how their preseason picks are holding up at the quarter pole of the season and project how their teams will finish the rest of the way (25:15). Finally...2020-10-0846 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 16 - Week 4 RecapThe Pile On crew reunites to talk about Week 4. A fired up Remy starts drinking the purple Kool-Aid after the Vikings' first win of the season (1:05). Then, Big Z recaps another disappointing Lions loss (10:05). Barney follows up with his extreme dismay at the Bears' lack of offense in Sunday's loss vs. the Colts (20:35) and Kinger basks in the glow of an undefeated record going into the bye week after the Packers' victory against the Falcons (33:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-10-0745 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 15 - Week 4 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On Boys gather on the eve of Week 4 to talk about how their teams will end up at the quarter pole of the season. Barney kicks off the previews with a look at the Bears/Colts game (4:30) followed by Remy discussing the Vikings traveling to Houston to face the Texans (15:50). Then Big Z digs into the Lions/Saints matchup at Ford Field (24:00) and Kinger finishes up with some talk about the Packers' Monday Night Football game against the Falcons. Finally, the boys look to continue their winning ways at the sportsbook with their best bets of the...2020-10-0351 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 14 - Week 3 RecapThe Pile On boys convene after a mostly joyful Week 3 (sorry, Remy). Barney kicks it off to discuss the Bears big comeback win in Atlanta fueled by the insertion of Nick Foles into the lineup (1:00). Then Kinger gloats about the Packers huge Sunday Night Football victory against the Saints (10:25). Then, Big Z finally gets to celebrate a Lions win and goes into how the Detroit ended their long losing streak against the Cardinals in the desert (18:45). Finally, Remy sulks about the state of the Vikings after a Titans loss continues to leave them winless on the season (25:55).  2020-09-2839 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 13 - Week 3 Preview & Best BetsThe Pile On boys get together to talk about Week 3. Barney kicks off the preview by talking about how his Bears will go into Atlanta to square off against the Falcons (6:55). Then, a much happier Remy gives us the scoop on what he thinks are the big things to look at as his Vikings face the Titans at home (16:10). After that, Big Z gives us his preview of the Lions/Cardinals game in Arizona this Sunday (24:15). To finish up the divisional preview, Kinger talks about his Packers' Sunday night matchup with the Saints (31:45). Lastly, the boys get into their...2020-09-2446 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 12 - Week 2 RecapThe Pile On boys regroup after a tough week 2 that has left the Lions and Vikings still winless while the Bears and Packers remain undefeated. Barney leads off by talking about the Bears 17-13 victory over the Giants (1:20). Then, a solemn Remy gives his brutal opinion about the Vikings 0-2 start and Kirk Cousins' subpar play (10:55). Kinger and Big Z then discuss the Packers thrashing of the Lions at Lambeau Field and if Big Z is worried if this more of the same old Lions or if the Honolulu Blue can turn around their season. (17:50). Finally, the Pile On...2020-09-2139 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 11 - Week 2 PreviewThe Pile On boys get together to preview Week 2 of the NFL season. Before they dive into their preview, Barney fills the guys in on how the Bears' Allen Robinson contract situation is developing (1:20). After going around the division for an injury update (11:00), Kinger and Big Z dive into their preview of the Lions/Packers game at Lambeau Field (15:30) and give their predictions (23:10).  Then they go to the Windy City where Barney's Bears will be squaring off against the New York Giants (26:20) and give the Pile On crew gives thoughts on if they will stop Saquon Barkley a...2020-09-1846 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 10 - Week 1 RecapThe Pile On boys gather to celebrate and commiserate about the inter-division battles between the Packers/Vikings and Bears/Lions. Remy and Kinger dig deep into the Packers' victory over the Vikings (1:45). Then, Remy talks a bit about the impact of Dalvin Cook's big extension (14:45). Big Z and Barney then discuss the heartbreaking Lions loss at the hand of Barney's Bears squad (15:45). They touch on a number of the things that happened, including Jaime Collins' unusual ejection (20:55) and Bears' fans on and off again praise of Mitch Trubisky (23:15). The boys then turn their attention on their Week 2 matchups, which...2020-09-1440 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 9 - 2020 Season Predictions and Week 1 PreviewThe Pile On boys gather on the eve of the season to dole out their predictions on each team in the NFC North, break down the week 1 games, and give out their best bets of weekend from across the NFL. Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-09-1155 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 8 - What's happening around the division during the first half of training campsThe Pile On crew gets back together after a long hiatus to talk about what has been going on in the Black & Blue division during the first half of training camps. Who is standing out at practice now that pads are finally being introduced? How do each of the Pile On crew feel about where their respective teams are? Find out on the latest episode of the Pile On! Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-08-2654 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 7 - The Impact Of COVID-19 On Training CampsThe Pile On crew reunites to talk about how COVID-19 will impact the start of training camps (1:00), the cancellation of preseaaon games, and how undrafted free agents will impacted by the lack of practice and game time. They also touch on Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer's new contract extension (20:45). Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-07-2325 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 6 - Dalvin Cook Contract Situation and Top Players to Improve in 2020The Pile On crew is back together to discuss Dalvin Cook's upcoming contract negotiations (1:30), the likelihood that Aaron Rodgers is traded over the next year (9:15), who the guys think will be the most improved players on their squads (16:50), and finally how COVID-19 will affect the NFL season (42:30).  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-06-1851 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 5 - NFL Schedule Reactions and Best Potential Road Game TripsThe Pile On Crew gather to talk about the looming possibility of no fans in the stands this fall (1:58), the NFL putting logos on jerseys (6:00) before diving deep into the NFC North's schedule this fall. The guys go through their favorite upcoming road games (9:23), the one away game they'd want to travel to (19:30), each of their team's strength of schedule (29:01), and some VERY early predictions about how the Black and Blue division will shake out this season (39:05). Come for the football, stay for Barney's tips about to how to live it up in Nashville to fullest.  Listen a...2020-05-1349 minThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastEp. 4 - 2020 NFL Draft RecapThe Pile On Pod crew reconvenes to discuss what their teams did during the NFL Draft. They dive deep into the Packers'  puzzling draft, including the controversial pick of Jordan Love in Round 1, and talk about their favorite players from each day. Plus, Kinger is forced to pay up on a bet gone wrong.  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-04-291h 04The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Final 2020 NFL Mock DraftsThe Pile On Crew gathers one final time before the 2020 NFL draft to give their full 7-round NFC North mock drafts. They dive deep into what trades they made in their personal mocks, what kinds of players will be available in the mid-rounds for the Black and Blue members, and a bet made between Kinger and Barney!  Listen and subscribe to us on Spotify and soon, Apple Podcasts! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-04-221h 09The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastDiscussing The Ghosts of NFL Drafts Past and PresentThe Pile On crew talk about the most impactful picks of the last decade, both good and terrible, and talk about who they want to see their teams pick in next week's draft.  Like and subscribe to us on Spotify and soon, Apple Podcasts!  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!2020-04-151h 03The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North Podcast2020 Offseason ReviewIn their inaugural episode, Big Z, Barney, Remy, and Kinger, the We The North team, breaks down the 2020 off season for their respective teams while giving their thoughts on what a virtual NFL might look like. Also, Barney makes a bet about Jimmy Graham that he might later regret.  Please subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.2020-04-081h 03The Pile On: An NFC North PodcastThe Pile On: An NFC North PodcastWe The North - PreviewComing soon, an NFC North podcast where a fan from the Bears, Lions, Packers, and Vikings break down all of their team's moves on and off the field while talking a healthy amount of trash together on the mics. Stay tuned for more episodes!2020-04-0101 min