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Rosters to Rings Podcast

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Major League Baseball
Boston Celtics
NBA Championship
Milwaukee Bucks
P.J. Tucker
Texas Rangers
Kevin Durant
Rick Barnes
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Jimmy Butler
Phoenix Suns
Washington Nationals
General Managers
NFL
MLB
NBA Conference Finals
Drew Holliday
Desmond Bain
Jalen Green

Welcome to the Rosters to Rings Podcast where General Managers from the MLB, NBA, NFL and more will take you behind the curtain and share their unfiltered experiences and evaluations of past and present events in professional sports.

Due to competitive reasons, league rules, ownership directives and extreme discretion, General Managers share approximately 40% of what they know and experience with... more

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Latest Episodes

Thad Levine and Ryan McDonough sit down with Super Bowl–winning coach John DeFilippo for a deep dive into quarterback development, leadership inside an NFL building, and how elite offenses are really built. From coaching Carson Wentz during his MVP-c... more

Thad and Ryan are joined by Tom Telesco to break down OKC’s dominance and why the Pistons are finally showing signs of a turnaround. The guys discuss patience, roster construction, and the mental toughness required to rebuild across the three major s... more

A Thanksgiving rewind of our favorite 2025 interviews: Greg Anthony and AJ Hinch on player trades, Torii Hunter and PJ Tucker on their unique paths to the pros, Jeff Berry on negotiating big deals, Rick Hahn and Michael Young on team-first leadership... more

Thad and Ryan break down the MLB MVP race featuring Ohtani and Judge, then turn their attention to early NBA MVP predictions for the season ahead.

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Recent Guests

John DeFilippo
Longtime fixture in college football and pro football coaching with extensive experience, including a Super Bowl win with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Episode: Whispers To Wins With Coach John DeFilippo
AJ Hinch
Former MLB manager, discussing front office perspectives and player dynamics.
Former manager of the Detroit Tigers
Episode: The Best Interviews of 2025
Matt Klentak
Senior Advisor to the President of Baseball Operations at Milwaukee Brewers, former GM of Philadelphia Phillies
Milwaukee Brewers
Episode: Cheesesteaks to Cheeseheads - Building Winners with Matt Klentak
Tom Telesco
Former General Manager of the Chargers and the Raiders
Episode: The Coaching Carousel - Firings, Patience, and Perspective
Jon Paul Morosi
Baseball journalist and MLB Network personality
MLB Network
Episode: Cold Emails to Hot Takes with Jon Morosi
Derek Shelton
Former manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, 30-year Major League player and coach
Pittsburgh Pirates
Episode: Behind the Plate to Behind the Lineup - Derek Shelton
Jason Garrett
Former NFL head coach and player, currently a broadcaster for NBC
NBC Sports
Episode: Glue Guys, Leadership, and Quarterback Play with Jason Garrett
Greg Maddux
Hall of Fame pitcher known for his pitching intelligence and control
Major League Baseball
Episode: Mind Over Muscle with "The Professor" Greg Maddux
Bill Barnwell
ESPN NFL analyst and pioneer in football analytics
ESPN
Episode: X's O's and DiCaprio - Analytics with Bill Barnwell

Hosts

Ryan McDonough
Co-host of Rosters to Rings, with experience as an NBA General Manager and expertise in player evaluation, roster construction, and strategic team management.
Thad Levine
Co-host of Rosters to Rings, previously an MLB executive known for his analytical approach to roster management and team development.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Save the Rockies!

    Great show and awesome guests! Thad - please come to the Rockies…I’m begging you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thensen
    United States2 months ago
  • Interesting Perspective

    Good hosts, great guests and a fun format with insiders who also can host a podcast and ask great, incisive questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnMinNC
    United States3 months ago
  • Great idea. Need better mics.

    Really love the concept. I am a Twins fan so enjoy hearing Thad. I only wish the sound was better. Sounds they are recording on their iPhones. Looking forward to more pods.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TaxStang
    United States6 months ago
  • Great new pod

    This pod is awesome! So complimentary to my favs like Simmons and Lowe. Uniquely giving the GM POV. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Weissbruin
    United States7 months ago
  • An Inside View

    Rosters to Rings, hosted by the brilliant duo of Thad Levine and Ryan McDonough, is a must-listen for any sports fan craving an insider’s perspective on the art and science of building championship-caliber teams. With Levine’s extensive experience as a former MLB executive (most notably with the Minnesota Twins) and McDonough’s tenure as an NBA GM (formerly with the Phoenix Suns), this podcast delivers unparalleled expertise across major league sports, including MLB, NFL, NBA, and even tantalizi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fastlane1987
    United States7 months ago

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The unique insider perspective provided by experienced executives is a highlight that sets this content apart from typical sports commentary.

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Whispers To Wins With Coach John DeFilippo
Q: What insights can you share about the quarterbacks currently playing better with their second or third NFL teams?
The success of quarterbacks like Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield on new teams often relates to better support systems and coaching staff compared to their original teams.
Whispers To Wins With Coach John DeFilippo
Q: What was it like in your time in the NFL, with coaches living at the office?
While I've slept at the office only a few times in 20 years, many staff members work long hours and may sacrifice family time for their careers.
Whispers To Wins With Coach John DeFilippo
Q: What's the difference in staff size between college and NFL teams?
College football teams often have larger staffs with more specialized roles compared to NFL teams, where coaching positions are more condensed due to fewer staff members.
Whispers To Wins With Coach John DeFilippo
Q: What are some of the common traits that the quarterbacks who go on to be extremely successful and maybe even outperform where they're drafted?
Successful quarterbacks commonly share traits like decision making, timing, and accuracy, with completion and interception percentages being key metrics.
Thunder Keep Rollin' and Kiffin Keeps Trollin'
Q: If so many of their games are blowouts, do their starters play less minutes than some other teams?
Yes, because of blowing out opponents, players like Shea Gildes Alexander don't need to play much in the fourth quarter.

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This podcast provides an insider's perspective on the sports world, particularly focusing on the roles and experiences of General Managers in major professional leagues such as the MLB, NBA, and NFL. Episodes explore various aspects of sports management, including strategic decision-making, roster construction, and the intricate relationships among executives, coaches, and players. The discussions emphasize the insights that are often withheld from fans due to competitive considerations, offering a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes operations of professional sports. The hosts, with their extensive experience in executive roles, bring a level of expertise and storytelling prowess that keeps listeners engaged while navigating complex th... more

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1. John DeFilippo
2. AJ Hinch
3. Matt Klentak
4. Tom Telesco
5. Jon Paul Morosi
6. Derek Shelton
7. Jason Garrett
8. Greg Maddux

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