Ike, Spike and Fritz

Rob Ellis and Jon Ritchie unpack every angle of the Philadelphia Eagles' thrilling win over the Washington Commanders to begin the 2026 season

This week in the best interviews on WIP the best of WIP interview several massive Eagles names to help preview the Eagles kicking off their season this Sunday vs the Commanders.

Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows analyze the contrast between the Phillies' dominant starting pitching and recent bullpen struggles following recent series. They discuss fundamental base running errors and debate the ideal postseason rotation order for the upcoming playoffs. (00:02:02) Starting Pitching Analysis (00:08:24) Base Running Blunders (00:15:06) Schwarber's Leadership Role (00:26:15) Playoff Seeding Debate (00:31:16) Sánchez Rotation Concerns (00:35:42) Wheeler Performance Review (00:41:12) Game One Starter (00:50:06) Scott Fransky Interview

Listen to the best audio of the week from the Morning Show with DeCamara & Ritchie, Midday Show with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio, and the Afternoon Show with Ike, Spike, and Fritz as they prepare you for everything you need to know before the Eagles kick off their 2026 season against the division rival Washington Commanders this Sunday!

Ike and Spike go on the record with their official Eagles season predictions, debating whether the team is poised for a Super Bowl run or a rocky start. They are joined by Nick Kostos for betting insights and Eliot Shorr-Parks for Eagles Week 1 updates. As well as reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with archival audio and personal stories.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin celebrate the first Football Friday of the season with their official win-loss predictions for the Philadelphia Eagles. They analyze the impact of new additions like Saquon Barkley while debating whether Jalen Hurts can lead the team back to the Super Bowl. Nick Kostos also visits to share his top betting picks for Week 1 and explain his dramatic new look.

Eliot Shorr-Parks analyzes the Eagles' injury situation and the competitive backup quarterback battle between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee. They discuss expectations for Dallas Goedert in the new offense and review Jayden Daniels' potential as a threat in the division. Bold predictions from callers follow, along with a humorous weather forecast from Tornado Shapiro and an update on the Treehouse Books charity drive.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by sharing personal stories and historic radio clips from Angelo Cataldi and Harry Kalas. The WIP Afternoon Show also breaks down the Phillies' magic numbers and hears a bizarre plumbing-inspired poem from Tommy down the shore.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin host a Football Friday edition of the WIP Afternoon Show live from Chickie's & Pete's. They count down the top five things missed during the offseason, analyze the Eagles' season outlook, and welcome Jack Fritz to preview Week 1 betting lines.

Ike and Spike welcome Jack Fritz back for On the Record Friday to share their official Philadelphia Eagles season predictions. They break down several NFL matchups for the opening week and review the results of the Afternoon Show fantasy football league draft.

Buzz, Spike, and Ike count down the top five things they missed about football season, including Jalen Hurts debates and the "must-win" versus "can't-lose" argument.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz broadcast live from Chickie's & Pete's, awarding the weekly "Belt" to Eliot Shorr-Parks for his controversial take on Jalen Hurts. Tommy Down the Shore calls in to share a story about a plumbing disaster and recites original poetry before predicting a blowout Eagles win.

Ike Reese and Fritz reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sharing memories of the attacks and Ike's experience at the NovaCare Complex as a player. They analyze historic WIP audio from that morning before transitioning into a Phillies update on magic numbers and potential postseason rotation shifts. (00:01:19) 9/11 Anniversary Reflections (00:03:08) Ike's NovaCare Memories (00:12:06) Historic WIP Audio Coverage (00:18:50) Phillies Buzzy Baseball Report (00:23:14) Postseason Rotation Strategy

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin analyze the Philadelphia Eagles' outlook and defensive rotations under new coordinator Vic Fangio. They also feature a comedic forecast from Tornado Shapiro and discuss listener predictions for Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith's upcoming season.

Eliot Shorr-Parks joins Ike and Spike to analyze the Eagles' week one injury report and the mystery surrounding the backup quarterback position. They preview the matchup against Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders while sharing season-long win total predictions. Eliot also discusses his annual fundraiser for Treehouse Books to provide literature to children in Philadelphia.

Ike and Spike analyze the 49ers' dominant win over the Rams and how Kyle Shanahan's offensive scheme compares to the Eagles' new system under Sean Mannion. Guest Nick Kostos joins the discussion to share his bold predictions for the season, including his belief that Philadelphia will secure the NFC's top seed before a divisional-round exit. They also look ahead to the season opener against the Commanders and debate college football prospects like Arch Manning.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin kick off the first football Friday of the season with their official on-the-record predictions for the Philadelphia Eagles. While Ike envisions a dominant 13-4 season ending in a Super Bowl appearance, Spike takes a more tempered approach with a 10-7 divisional round exit prediction.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin analyze Vani Hanamirian's 'Top 5 at 5,' highlighting Eliot Shorr-Parks’ transition into a food critic and Brodes' questionable tattoo choices. They react to the harsh national criticism of Drake Maye and discuss Saquon Barkley's pivotal role in the Eagles' upcoming season.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin analyze the upcoming Rams-49ers game and debate if Brock Purdy is underrated on the WIP Afternoon Show. They evaluate the Eagles' potential for greatness under Sean Mannion and the importance of Saquon Barkley's health. They also address the Phillies' recent struggles and the psychological impact of playing home games at Citizens Bank Park.

Vani Hahnemirian presents her "Top 5 at 5," covering situations she's monitoring at the station from Jack Fritz's paternity leave to Eliot Shorr-Parks' new food reviews. They also analyze the New England Patriots' offensive struggles and Drake Maye's performance following a harsh critique from Boston sports radio.

Spike Eskin and Ike Reese debate whether they would value a high-scoring Eagles loss over an ugly win to start the season. They review the Phillies' frustrating base-running mistakes and are joined by Jason Avant and Brian Baldinger to preview Jalen Hurts' adaptation to the new offense and DeVonta Smith's role as the primary target.

Spike Eskin and Ike Reese debate on the WIP Afternoon Show whether they would prefer the Eagles to lose a high-scoring shootout or win a clunky defensive struggle. They also criticize the Phillies for recent base running mistakes and mental lapses during their late-season stretch.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin are joined by Jason Avant to discuss DeVonta Smith's role as a number one receiver and why Philadelphia has struggled to find a productive third option. They explore the impact of international travel on NFL players and Spike's upcoming charity basketball match against Nick Sirianni. Avant also shares his thoughts on the length of the MLB season and his experience calling the Michigan-USC game.

Brian Baldinger joins Ike and Spike to break down the Eagles' transition to an under-center offense and Saquon Barkley's potential as a dual-threat weapon. Ike and Spike then dive into the annual Eagles Insider of the Year power rankings. The discussion concludes with a spirited debate regarding the clutch gene of quarterbacks Jalen Hurts and Josh Allen.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin discuss the evolution of their program, highlighting why Jack Fritz remains a central figure despite his temporary absence. Reese recounts a memorable interception against Dante Culpepper from his Pro Bowl season, while the group debates the potential success of Jalen Hurts under a new offensive scheme. They conclude by offering predictions for the NFL's two first game of the season, including a rare international matchup in Australia.

Ike and Spike analyze the NFL season opener between the Patriots and Seahawks and the international matchup between the 49ers and Rams.

Louis Cocco asks Spike and Ike Reese questions about the WIP afternoon show with a 'Top Five' list of questions covering etiquette and the history of Jack Fritz's role. Ike Reese reflects on his favorite NFL play involving Daunte Culpepper while Spike details the accidental origin of the '5:30 Creed' tradition.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin break down the WIP Afternoon Show Eagles Insider Power Rankings, crowning Zach Baron as the top insider for his deep-dive interview with Jalen Hurts. They question the height claims of Eliot Shorr-Parks.

Brian Baldinger joins to discuss how the Eagles' shift to an under-center offense will simplify roles for Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts. They also break down the Rams' Super Bowl expectations and the potential for a monster season from DeVonta Smith.

Jason Avant joins Ike Reese and Spike Eskin on WIP to discuss Spike's upcoming game of Horse against Nick Sirianni after winning an Eagles Radiothon auction. They analyze the learning curve for new wide receiver Makai Lemon.

Jason Avant joins Ike Reese and Spike Eskin on the WIP Afternoon Show to analyze the physical toll of the NFL's expanding international schedule. They discuss DeVonta Smith's ability to thrive as a primary receiving threat and the necessity for Jalen Hurts to better utilize the team's depth. The conversation also explores the "graveyard" of third receivers in Philadelphia and the impact of league greed on the product. (00:01:00) Technical Issues and McGurk's Update (00:02:06) International Schedule and Player Toll (00:07:41) NFL Expansion and League Greed (00:13:16) DeVonta Smith's Number One Potential (00:20:36) Jalen Hurts and Target Distribution

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin criticize the Philadelphia Phillies for repeated base running mistakes, labeling recent errors by Edmundo Sosa and Brandon Marsh as inexcusable.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin explore a hypothetical scenario regarding the Eagles' offense and whether a high scoring shootout loss is better than an ugly win just in Week 1 vs the Commanders.

Ike and Spike debate whether the Philadelphia Eagles are more likely to reach the Super Bowl or miss the playoffs entirely as the 2026 season begins this weekend. They are joined by Eliot Shorr-Parks to discuss Jalen Hurts' standing among NFL quarterbacks and welcome Eagles edge rusher Jalyx Hunt to announce his new weekly show coming to WIP.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin weigh the likelihood of the Philadelphia Eagles reaching the Super Bowl versus missing the postseason entirely. They search for a replacement manager in their fantasy football league following a draft day abandonment and analyze the Phillies' recent series split against the Atlanta Braves.

Eliot Shorr-Parks joins Ike Reese and Spike Eskin to analyze the Philadelphia Eagles' training camp and their outlook for the upcoming season. They debate whether Jalen Hurts belongs in the elite tier of NFL quarterbacks compared to players like Josh Allen and Dak Prescott. The conversation also covers the curious omission of Joel Embiid from the Sixers' new arena renderings and Eliot's latest fashion choices.

Spike and Ike discuss a controversial ESPN FPI simulation that has the Philadelphia Eagles missing the playoffs while the Dallas Cowboys take the division.

Jalyx Hunt joins Ike Reese and Spike Eskin to announce his new weekly show at Chickie's & Pete's and discuss his transition to Philadelphia. They count down the top five rivalries involving the afternoon crew and debate Ronald Acuña Jr.'s polarizing on-field celebrations.

Spike Eskin and Ike Reese vet potential members for their fantasy football league, including a heated debate over Dan Marino's legacy. They also discuss the irritation surrounding Ronald Acuña Jr.’s celebrations and a bizarre new ritual involving Phillies players.

Eagles edge rusher Jalyx Hunt joins Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Eliot Shorr-Parks to announce his new weekly radio show and discuss the mentorship of Brandon Graham. They explore Hunt's transition to the NFL under Vic Fangio before counting down the top five rivalries involving the afternoon crew.

Ike, Spike, and Fritz analyze new Sixers arena renderings and engage in a heated debate over Jalen Hurts' performance. They contrast Hurts with Josh Allen and listen as a caller insists that Hurts has never been responsible for an Eagles loss throughout his career.

Spike Eskin and Ike Reese break down a recent ESPN FPI simulation that predicts the Eagles finishing 9-8 and missing the playoffs.

Ike Reese, Spike Eskin, and Eliot Shorr-Parks discuss the controversial omission of Joel Embiid from the new Sixers arena renderings. They then dive into a heated debate over Jalen Hurts' standing in the NFL after he was left off Albert Breer’s top quarterback projections. They also compare Hurts to Josh Allen, questioning who has a better chance of reaching the Hall of Fame.

Eliot Shorr-Parks joins Ike Reese and Spike Eskin on the WIP Afternoon Show to discuss expectations for the Philadelphia Eagles. They weigh the likelihood of a Super Bowl run against a potential playoff miss while evaluating threats from the Cowboys and Seahawks.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin analyze the Phillies' recent series split and the dominance of their starting rotation.

Ike Reese and Spike Eskin kick off Eagles opening week by debating whether the team is more likely to miss the playoffs or reach the Super Bowl. They analyze roster changes, coaching shifts, and the strength of the NFC rivals.

This week in the best interviews on WIP we bring you several Eagles players, coaches and front office members in honor of the Eagles radiothon. Plus, a sitdown with GQ's Zach Baron fresh off writing his feature on Eagles QB Jalen Hurts.

Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP! Spike and Ike clash over the Phillies' postseason potential following their series win against the Angels. The Morning Show analyzes Ruben Amaro Jr.'s perspective on the rotation's dominance and Andrew Painter's emergence as a viable starter. (00:01:50) Phillies Sweep Angels (00:05:20) October Hitting Concerns (00:11:20) Ruben Amaro Jr. Interview (00:20:15) Andrew Painter's Fastball (00:24:45) Bullpen And Rotation Concerns (00:32:30) Spike And Ike Debate

Listen to the best audio of the week from the Morning Show with DeCamara & Ritchie, Midday Show with Hugh Douglas and Joe Giglio, and the Afternoon Show with Ike, Spike, and Fritz as they breakdown the Eagles final 53 man roster, discuss Eagles radiothon and begin preparing for the season kicking off in one week.

Ike and Spike engage in a heated debate over whether this is finally the year for the Phillies as they prepare for a critical series against the Braves. They also analyze the Eagles' new season captains and discuss Ben Simmons' move to the Kings before welcoming Donovan McNabb to celebrate the legendary career of Merrill Reese.