The Shutdown with Greg Cosell & Frank Schwab

Welcome to the Shutdown Podcast! Greg Cosell and Frank Schwab talk football from every angle, from the ridiculous to the spectacular, every single week. We're like your best tailgate pals ever, and we don't even make a mess for you to clean up.

2016 AFC West Preview

In today's episode of the Shutdown Podcast, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell look into the AFC West starting with how the Denver Broncos can defend their Super Bowl title with a new offense. Frank and Greg move onto the Kansas City Chiefs, and how the Chiefs could be an elite team this season. Frank and Greg also discuss the potential growth of the Oakland Raiders, and how the Raiders could possibly be a great contender this season. Finally, Frank and Greg discuss the high and lows of the San Diego Chargers, and what the Chargers can do to develop a better running game. #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #afcwest #denverbroncos #superbowlchampions #superbowlchamps #vonmiller #marksanchez #kansascitychiefs #alexsmith #charcandrickwest #oaklandraiders #raidernation #derrekcarr #sandiegocharger #philiprivers #melvingordon

06-24
44:57

2016 NFC West Preview

In this week's edition of the Shutdown Podcast, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell preview the NFC West starting by explaining whether or not the Arizona Cardinals repeat their success from last season. Frank and Greg discuss the Los Angeles Rams as they settle back to the City of Angeles. Frank and Greg also discuss what to expect with the San Francisco 49ers, and determine which quarterbacks between Colin Kapernick and Blaine Gabbert would be better for Chip Kelly's system. Finally, Frank and Greg break down the Seattle Seahawks, and why Earl Thomas could be a key piece for the Seahawks' defense. #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #nfcwest #arizonacardinals #davidjohnson #carsonpalmer #losangelesrams #jaredgoff #toddgurley #sanfrancisco49ers #chipkelly #blainegabbert #colinkapernick #seattleseahawks #earlthomas #russellwilson

06-21
44:05

2016 AFC South Preview

In this week's edition of the Shutdown Podcast, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell preview the AFC South starting with Brock Osweilerand Lamar Miller trying to settle in with the Houston Texans. Frank and Greg also discuss the slow struggles with Andrew Luck with the Indianapolis Colts. Finally, Frank and Greg break down the rise of Marcus Mariota of the Tennessee Titans and Blake Bortles of the Jacksonville Jaguars. #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #afcsouth #houstontexans #brockosweiler #andrewluck #indianapoliscolts #marcusmariota #tennesseetitans #blakebortles #jacksonvillejaguars

06-15
42:25

2016 NFC South Preview

In this week's episode of the Shutdown podcast, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell dive into the NFC South. Frank and Greg discuss on the rise and fall of the Atlanta Falcons last season, and how Matt Ryan looked uncomfortable down the stretch. Frank and Greg also discuss the Falcons' backfield, and how Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman could make it easier for Matt Ryan on the offensive end. Frank and Greg look into the Carolina Panthers, and explain their foundation on their running game that includes Cam Newton. Frank and Greg also look into the Big Easy, and debate if Drew Brees still has what it takes to be an elite QB to make the Saints contenders in 2016. Finally, Frank and Greg go to Tampa Bay, and explain if Jameis Winston can lead the Buccaneers during his second year in the NFL. #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #nfcsouth #atlantafalcons #mattryan #devontafreeman #tevincoleman #neworleanssaints #drewbrees #carolinapanthers #camnewton #tampabaybuccaneers #jameiswinston #theshutdown #theshutdowncorner

06-09
38:16

2016 AFC North Preview

In this week's 2016 divisional preview, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell dive into the AFC North. Frank and Greg start off with the Baltimore Ravens, and explain if they can recover from a poor defensive performance from last season. Frank and Greg also talk about the Cincinnati Bengals, and explain if the Bengal's new receivers can help out Andy Dalton. Frank and Greg discuss whether or not Robert Griffin III can make a comeback with the Cleveland Browns. Finally, Frank and Greg discuss what LeVeon Bell can for the Pittsburgh Steelers now that he could play for a full season. #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #afcnorth #baltimorefavens #joeflacco #ClevelandBrowns #robertgriffiniii #RG3 #PittsburghSteelers #Leveon Bell

06-01
35:40

2016 NFC North Preview

In this week's divisional preview, Frank Schwab and Greg Cosell take you to the pass heavy NFC North. Frank and Greg discuss if Jay Cutler has enough weapons with the Chicago Bears. Frank and Greg also discuss the greatness of Aaron Rodgers, and how much more of an offensive threat he will be now that Jordy Nelson is back. Finally, Frank and Greg break down Minnesota's offense, and debate whether or not Teddy Bridgewater has what it takes to take it to the next level. #theshutdowncorner #theshutdown #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #nfcnorth #chicagobears #jaycutler #detroitlions #matthewstafford #ameerabdullah #greenbaypackers #aaronrodgers #jordynelson #minnesotavikings #teddybridgewater

05-23
39:13

2016 AFC East Preview

In this week's episode of the Shutdown Podcast, #GregCosell and #FrankSchwab discuss what we can expect from the AFC East teams for the 2016 NFL Season. Frank and Greg explain what Rex Ryan can do differently to fix the Bills' defense, and continue a run first offense. Frank and Greg also discuss the growth of Ryan Tannehill with the Miami Dolphins. Frank and Greg break down the philosophical tactics of Bill Belichick with the New England Patriots. Tune in and find out more on how the AFC East will play out in the 2016 NFL season! #theshutdowncorner #theshutdown #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #afceast #rexryan #buffalobills #ryantannehill #miamidolphins #billbelichick #newenglandpatriots

05-18
43:45

2016 NFC East Preview

In this week's episode of the Shutdown Podcast, #GregCosell and #FrankSchwab discuss what we can expect from the NFC East teams for the 2016 NFL Season. Frank and Greg explain if drafting Ezekiel Elliot could help take the offensive workload from Tony Romo after struggling last season with a shoulder injury. Frank and Greg also discuss if Odell Beckham, Jr. can continue his high impact plays for the New York Giants. Tune to Frank and Greg to find out what we can expect from the NFC East this upcoming season! #theshutdowncorner #theshutdown #nfl #yahoosports #yahoo #yahoosportsradio #frankschwab #gregcosell #nfceast #tonyromo #ezekielelliot #dallascowboys #odellbeckham #newyorkgiants

05-12
40:30

NFL Draft Review Part 2

#GregCosell and #FrankSchwab picked up where they left off from the previous episode to continue their 2016 NFL Draft review. This time, Greg and Frank review and grade how most teams did with their picks, and how each team's philosophies will play out in the upcoming NFL season. #2016NFLDraft #NFLDraft #yahoosportsradio #yahoosports #yahoo! #shutdowncorner

05-05
48:50

NFL Draft Review Part 1

#GregCosell & #FrankSchwab reflect on the 2016 NFL Draft, and how certain top picks will fit into their new teams. Greg and Frank discuss why Carson Wentz would have been a better pick for the Los Angeles Rams. Greg and Frank also discuss the Denver Broncos picking Paxton Lynch, and why he would start playing based on Gary Kubiak's schemes. Greg and Frank explain why Joey Bosa will give the San Diego Chargers defense more versatility. Next up, Greg and Frank explain why Ezekiel Elliot will be a special back for the Dallas Cowboys. Tune in, and find out more about the picks that Greg and Frank have discussed in this episode! #2016NFLDraft #NFLDraft #yahoosportsradio #yahoosports #y! #shutdowncorner #jaredgoff #carsonwentz #paxtonlynch #losangelesrams #nfl #philadelphiaeagles #denverbroncos #dallascowboys #ezekielelliot

05-02
43:35

Cosell & Schwab - NFL Draft Episode 4

#GregCosell & #FrankSchwab with their final #NFLDraft preview edition before Round 1 on Thursday night. This time, the fellas look at Offensive Linemen and #Sleepers in Rounds 2 and 3!

04-26
47:28

Cosell & Schwab - NFL Draft Episode 3

For this Monday edition, #GregCosell & #FrankSchwab dive in on the defensive side of the ball for the #NFLDraft! #NFL #ShutdownCorner #Yahoo #YahooSports #YahooSportsRadio

04-25
47:12

Cosell & Schwab - NFL Draft Episode 2

Greg Cosell & Frank Schwab are back for a #FootballFriday, less than a week before the #NFLDraft and it's time to dive in on WR and RB for the Draft. #ShutdownCorner #NFL #YahooSports #YahooSportsRadio #GregCosell #FrankSchwab

04-22
45:59

Cosell & Schwab - NFL Draft Episode 1

Greg Cosell & Frank Schwab come together to launch a new chapter in Shutdown Corner podcasts, this time "THE SHUTDOWN" dives head first into the #NFLDraft only a week away! #ShutdownCorner #NFLFilms #YahooSports #YahooSportsRadio #NFL

04-21
37:43

SDCP 112: Fly To The Eagles

Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today’s hotter-than-a-cheesesteak episode, we have: • A quick look at the biggest free agent deals (0:15 mark) • What do the Patriots do against a suddenly strong AFC East? (6:39 mark) • Trying to make sense of Chip Kelly’s Eagles moves (14:19 mark) • Final takeaways from the big free agent/trade/retirement week (27:09 mark) Plus, late in the podcast we start talking Vegas, college basketball, and other non-NFL topics. If you listen all the way to the end, we love you. All this and more as part of the Shutdown Corner Podcast. Listen up, and while you’re listening … Subscribe via iTunes right here. Non-iTunes subscription link here.

03-12
43:05

SDCP 111: You get a free agent! And you get a free agent!

Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today’s as-yet-untraded episode, we have: • A breakdown of the current free agent market, one of the best in a long while (0:15 mark) • Could anybody sign Ray Rice? (7:45 mark) • What teams have the most to lose in free agency? (20:52 mark) • How are Denver fans feeling about Peyton Manning? The answer might surprise you! (25:03 mark) All this and more as part of the Shutdown Corner Podcast. Listen up, and while you’re listening … Subscribe via iTunes right here. Non-iTunes subscription link here. Leave us a nice review here. The Shutdown Corner podcast i [...]

03-06
38:21

SDCP 110: Combine rewind

Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today’s faster-than-a-40-yard-dash episode, we break down the combine with our men-on-the-scene Frank Schwab and Eric Edholm. Topics include: • Jameis Winston vs. Marcus Mariota: who ya got? (0:40 mark) • If a player screwed up at the combine, what are his options? (12:55 mark) • Who, besides the two top QBs, came up big in their combine efforts? (15:46 mark) • What’s it like to cover the NFL Combine up close? (20:04 mark) All this and more as part of the Shutdown Corner Podcast. Listen below, and while you’re listening … Subscribe via iTunes right here. Non-iTunes subscription link here.

02-24
26:45

SDCP 109: The debut of “Grandstanding!”

Hey friends — change of pace this week. We’ll have plenty of combine discussion from Frank in the coming days, but in the interim, we’re going to offer up the debut episode of our newest podcast, “Grandstanding.” Busbee and Kaduk will roam the wilds of sports and pop culture, looking at the hottest topics in sports with a discerning and possibly bloodshot eye, and finding the most fascinating figures in sports and asking them ridiculous questions. We begin this debut show by honoring the Oscars, and what better way to do so than by kicking around the greatest movies in sports. We cover all aspects of the sports movie experience here, from great quotes to a dramatic reading, but you won’t want to miss these categories: Best movie (3:33 mark) Best portrayal of an athlete (6:16) Best moment in a sports movie (28:10 mark) Best athlete cameo in a movie (39:03 mark) We’ll have plenty more info on G [...]

02-19
43:43

SDCP 108: Ramblin’ gamblin’ men

Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today’s fists-flying episode, we have: • A look back at the famed Buster Douglas upset of Mike Tyson, 25 years ago Tuesday (0:25 mark) • What were the most shocking moments in NFL history, both on and off the field? (11:04 mark) • Talk of gambling, both recreationally and professionally. You in? (20:04 mark) • What would it take to get the NFL to sanction gambling? (27:27 mark) All this and more as part of the Shutdown Corner Podcast. Listen via the player or via your preferred podcast downloader, and while you’re listening … Subscribe via iTunes right here. Non-iTunes subscription link here.

02-10
41:11

SDCP 107: Are the Patriots the greatest dynasty ever?

Welcome to the latest Shutdown Corner podcast! On today’s offseason episode, we have: • A bunch of talk about video games, since that’s pretty much the only way we’ll be seeing football for a few months (0:25 mark) • Are the Patriots the greatest dynasty ever? We present the case for it. (8:32 mark) • How hard will it be for the Patriots to repeat? (18:34 mark) • Is Bill Belichick the greatest coach in NFL history? (24:44 mark) All this and more video game talk as part of the Shutdown Corner Podcast. Listen up, and while you’re listening … Subscribe via iTunes right here. Non-iTunes subscription link here. Leave [...]

02-09
48:55

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