The Ryen Russillo Show
The Ryen Russillo Show

The Ryen Russillo Show

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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 stories, and the guests you already love plus some new ones too. And yes, Kyle and Ceruti are still here for Life Advice—because who doesn’t need a little help from their friends? New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Presented by DraftKings

Recent Episodes

Fred Warner on the Niners Staying in the Hunt, Conference Contenders, and the Evolution of the Linebacker. Plus Life Advice
DEC 12, 2025
Fred Warner on the Niners Staying in the Hunt, Conference Contenders, and the Evolution of the Linebacker. Plus Life Advice
<p>Ryen is joined by 49ers linebacker Fred Warner to discuss his Week 6 injury, how San Francisco has remained competitive despite losing key players, his favorite linebackers this season, contenders in both the NFC and AFC, dueling with Matthew Stafford, what makes Kyle Shanahan an exceptional coach, and more. Finally, Kyle jumps in for some listener-submitted Life Advice covering some heavy topics. FRED WARNER (2:42) Recovering from his Week 6 injury (9:58) How the 49ers stay competitive through injuries (20:02) Dueling with QBs (26:55) His favorite linebackers this season (29:45) The evolution of the linebacker position (35:02) NFC contenders (41:25) AFC contenders (43:13) Texans defense (46:32) Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen in the open field (48:44) The Kyle Shanahan experience LIFE ADVICE (53:24) _ _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).  21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 1/11/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/4/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ _ Go to Shake Shack and order the Big Shack. Sounds familiar, made different. _ _ _ _ _ _ Go to https://12DaysOfGametime.com today for a chance to experience one of these moments!  _ _ _ _ _ _</p>
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76 MIN
Bane’s Big Night, Revisiting the Trade & More NBA Cup Fun, Plus Suns Owner Mat Ishbia
DEC 10, 2025
Bane’s Big Night, Revisiting the Trade & More NBA Cup Fun, Plus Suns Owner Mat Ishbia
<p>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 trade and why it makes even more sense now. Then, he’s joined by Suns owner Mat Ishbia to discuss the team’s surprising start, what he’s learned from early mistakes, whether he’d do the Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal trades again, and the future of Devin Booker. Finally, Kyle and Ceruti jump in for some listener-submitted Life Advice, including whether it’s stealing to take from a lost-and-found box and what age you’d pay to live again. NBA CUP (3:33) Raptors coming back down to earth? (5:20) Fun with lineups (11:07) Bane’s big night in Orlando & revisiting the trade MAT ISHBIA (20:28) The Suns’ surprising start (23:15) Handling criticism (29:48) Would he do the Durant & Beal deals again? (36:09) Challenges of being a new owner (44:02) Hiring head coach Jordan Ott (47:26) Devin Booker’s future LIFE ADVICE (1:04:13) _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).  21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 1/11/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/4/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ Go to Shake Shack and order the Big Shack. Sounds familiar, made different. _ _ _ _ _</p>
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95 MIN
CFB Playoff Complaints, Debates & Predictions w/ Danny Kanell, Plus the Chiefs’ Necessary Reset w/ Mike Sando
DEC 8, 2025
CFB Playoff Complaints, Debates & Predictions w/ Danny Kanell, Plus the Chiefs’ Necessary Reset w/ Mike Sando
<p>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 stops by for more playoff discussion, including Notre Dame’s frustration, the Group of 5 problem, and whether Ohio State can bounce back from the Indiana loss. Next, he chats with Mike Sando from The Athletic about the Chiefs needing a reset, the Daniel Jones injury, and whether this is the best Rams team under McVay. Finally, Ryen, Kyle, and Ceruti close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice. IS THE CFB PLAYOFF PROCESS CORRECT? (2:45) DANNY KANELL (17:00) Notre Dame gets left out (32:50) Should Tulane and JMU be in? (39:46) Indiana beats Ohio State (48:54) Who can win it all from the SEC? (57:013) Is Texas Tech a little overrated? MIKE SANDO (1:05:36) Chiefs’ season looks over (1:17:05) Daniel Jones injury (1:19:45) Who to trust in the AFC (1:24:54) Bills beat Bengals (1:31:12) Packers beat Bears (1:40:08) Is this the best Rams team under McVay? LIFE ADVICE (1:45:37) _ _ _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).  21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 1/11/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/4/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ _ _ Go to Shake Shack and order the Big Shack. Sounds familiar, made different. _ _ _ _ _ _</p>
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145 MIN
CFB Championship Weekend Preview w/ Booger McFarland, Plus Commanders LB Von Miller
DEC 5, 2025
CFB Championship Weekend Preview w/ Booger McFarland, Plus Commanders LB Von Miller
<p>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 weekend’s college football conference title games and talk a little NFL. Then he’s joined by Commanders linebacker Von Miller to discuss his desire to be a GM, what he still wants to accomplish as a player, and whether he’d go No. 1 in a redraft of the 2011 class. Plus, the guys close it out with some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a guy who needs to make the first move with a girl he met and another who wants to convince his girlfriend he should move out with her and move in with his buddies. BOOGER MCFARLAND 2:20 — Lane Kiffin fallout 13:20 — Georgia vs. Alabama 17:42 — Indiana vs. Ohio State 21:05 — What happens if Duke wins the ACC? 26:51 — BYU vs. Texas Tech 28:10 — The Miami/Notre Dame debate 31:43 — Favorite AFC team 34:13 — NFC teams better than the Bears 35:40 — Playing in freezing cold weather VON MILLER 41:40 — Facing his old team, the Broncos 46:57 — Wanting to be a GM after playing 51:44 — Would Von go No. 1 in a 2011 redraft? 1:02:15 — Texas A&M heading to the playoff 1:04:00 — Most impressive teammate 1:08:18 — What he still wants to accomplish as a player LIFE ADVICE 1:10:34 — Life Advice 1:25:52 — “Can I ask my girlfriend if I can move out to live with my friends?” _ _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).  21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 1/11/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/4/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ _ Go to Shake Shack and order the Big Shack. Sounds familiar, made different. _ _ _ _</p>
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101 MIN
Chris Paul Sent Home! Giannis & Anthony Davis Trade Futures w/ Chris Mannix, Plus Vanderbilt HC Clark Lea
DEC 3, 2025
Chris Paul Sent Home! Giannis & Anthony Davis Trade Futures w/ Chris Mannix, Plus Vanderbilt HC Clark Lea
<p>Ryen is joined by Sports Illustrated senior NBA writer Chris Mannix to cover a bunch of topics, including the futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis, the Eastern Conference hierarchy, and the Clippers sending Chris Paul home. Then, he talks with Vanderbilt head football coach Clark Lea about his team’s case for the College Football Playoff, Diego Pavia’s Heisman candidacy, and more. Finally, the guys wrap up with The Alliance NBA picks and some listener-submitted Life Advice, including a question about punching your brother. CHRIS MANNIX (02:00) Eastern Conference hierarchy (27:03) Are the Mavs shopping Anthony Davis? (43:20) Will Giannis ask for a trade? (52:00) Ja Morant & the Grizzlies mess (56:05) Will Jayson Tatum return this season? (59:00) Chris Paul–Clippers drama CLARK LEA (1:09:02) Challenges at Vanderbilt (1:12:25) Diego Pavia’s Heisman case (1:22:40) From baseball player to football coach (1:30:53) Why Vanderbilt should make the playoff ALLIANCE NBA PICKS (1:34:06) LIFE ADVICE (1:38:32) _ _ _ GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD).  21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Pass-thru of per wager tax may apply in IL. 1 per new customer. Must register new account to receive reward Token. Must select Token BEFORE placing min. $5 bet to receive $200 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Min. -500 odds req. Token and Bonus Bets are single-use and non-withdrawable. Token expires 1/11/26. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: sportsbook.draftkings.com/promos. Ends 1/4/26 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DK. _ _ _ Go to Shake Shack and order the Big Shack. Sounds familiar, made different. _ _ _</p>
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118 MIN