Chris Simms takes an unfiltered look at the NFL, featuring player access, unabashed opinion, X&O film breakdown, and stories from a life in and around football.
Most Important Non-QBs in Super Bowl LVIII
(00:00) Welcome to Radio Row(14:50) Most Important Non-QBs in Super Bowl LVIII: Chris gives his Top 10(1:07:15) Receiver Props: Who will have the most receiving yards in Super Bowl LVIII?(1:10:05) Biggest Legacy Boost: Who would benefit the most from a Super Bowl win?(1:23:30) #AskMeAnything: Should the 49ers blitz Patrick Mahomes?(1:31:45) Homie Playoff Predictions: 1 homie can still have a perfect final four.(1:33:25) Requiem for a Team: We pay our respects to the 2023 Bills, Ravens, and Lions.
2/5/2024 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 26 seconds
Lions keep Ben Johnson + Conference Championship WTF Happened
(0:00) Ahmed is still down from the Lions loss(1:45) Coaches & Coordinators: Thoughts on moves made (and not made) by the Lions, Texans, Steelers, Eagles, Titans, and Falcons.(28:40) WTF Happened: Ravens offense vs Chiefs defense(50:40) Chiefs offense vs Ravens defense(1:04:00) Lions offense vs 49ers defense(1:33:00) 49ers offense vs Lions defense(1:45:40) Super Bowl MVP odds
NFL Conference Championship Picks: "I'll have the munchies!"
(12:17) AFC CHAMPIONSHIP: #3 Chiefs at #1 Ravens(35:55) NFC CHAMPIONSHIP: #3 Lions at #1 49ers(50:30) Best Bets
1/25/2024 • 53 minutes, 1 second
NFL Conference Championship Preview: "I entice the shirt-off guy"
(00:00) Will Chris be at the NFC Championship?(5:55) AFC Championship Preview: #3 Chiefs at #1 Ravens(36:50) NFC Championship Preview: #3 Lions at #1 49ers(1:09:05) Big Butt Awards: Ahmed's homerism knows no bounds.(1:18:30) Conference Championship Props: Who will rush for the most yds this weekend?(1:22:55) Homie Playoff Predictions: 4 homies get a shoutout for predicting the final four.(1:24:35) Requiem for a Team
1/24/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 11 seconds
NFL Divisional Recap: "Is he coming here to fight us?"
NFL Divisional Picks: "Playoff Mahomes is different, Dad"
(7:00) SATURDAY: #4 Texans at #1 Ravens(19:45) #7 Packers at #1 49ers(28:35) SUNDAY: #4 Buccaneers at #3 Lions(36:50) #3 Chiefs at #2 Bills(46:25) Draft: Divisional QB Confidence(51:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/18/2024 • 52 minutes, 55 seconds
NFL Divisional Round Preview + Eagles postmortem
(2:15) Eagles collapse: Who is to blame, and does Nick Sirianni take the fall?(19:15) Divisional Preview: #4 Buccaneers at #3 Lions(40:10) #7 Packers at #1 49ers(1:01:15) #3 Chiefs at #2 Bills(1:17:55) #4 Texans at #1 Ravens(1:25:25) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: A Bucs rookie make his debut, and a Lions pass rusher wins for the 3rd straight week.(1:29:30) Requiem for a Team: We lay to rest the 2023 Rams, Steelers Browns, Dolphins, Cowboys, and Eagles.
(4:30) Packers def. Cowboys(30:40) Chiefs def. Dolphins(51:15) Lions def. Rams(1:03:15) Texans def. Browns(1:20:45) MONDAY: Final thoughts before Steelers-Bills & Eagles-Buccaneers
1/15/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 39 seconds
Super Wild Card Weekend Picks: "Is this band camp??!!?"
(5:00) SATURDAY: #5 Browns at #4 Texans(16:40) #6 Dolphins at #3 Chiefs(30:00) SUNDAY: #7 Steelers at #2 Bills(35:10) #7 Packers at #2 Cowboys(40:00) SNF: #6 Rams at #3 Lions(46:10) MNF: #5 Eagles at #4 Buccaneers(51:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/11/2024 • 53 minutes, 6 seconds
Most Important Non-QBs in Super Wild Card Weekend
(:30) College Football Champs: Ahmed is giddy over Michigan's win, and Chris wonders about Jim Harbaugh's destination.(9:10) BREAKING NEWS: Bears fire OC Luke Getsy(11:20) #5 Browns at #4 Texans(25:45) #6 Dolphins at #3 Chiefs(42:00) #7 Steelers at #2 Bills(49:40) #7 Packers at #2 Cowboys(58:55) #6 Rams at #3 Lions(1:09:00) #5 Eagles at #4 Buccaneers(1:15:00) Conference Champion odds(1:18:10) Ahmed's Big Butt Trivia(1:23:45) Homie Playoff Predictions(1:26:30) Requiem for a Team
1/10/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 5 seconds
NFL Week 18 Recap: Bills & Texans are division champs
NFL Week 18 Picks: "They know phonebox and flipping the bird!"
(1:25) SATURDAY: Steelers at Ravens(4:15) Texans at Colts(7:20) SUNDAY EARLY: Buccaneers at Panthers(9:35) Browns at Bengals(12:55) Vikings at Lions(17:50) Jets at Patriots(19:30) Falcons at Saints(21:45) Jaguars at Titans(24:50) SUNDAY LATE: Seahawks at Cardinals(28:00) Bears at Packers(31:50) Chiefs at Chargers(33:40) Broncos at Raiders(35:50) Eagles at Giants(37:55) Rams at 49ers(40:20) Cowboys at Commanders(45:30) SNF: Bills at Dolphins(50:35) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/4/2024 • 53 minutes, 53 seconds
Most Important People in Week 18 + Big Butt Trivia
(12:20) Bills at Dolphins: Is Miami's defense still a strength?(32:25) Texans at Colts: Indy's middle linebackers "have their hands full."(37:20) Rookie of the Year odds: Are Puka Nacua and Will Anderson making a late charge?(43:05) Jaguars at Titans: "Can I see Tennessee pulling off an upset? Yeah."(47:25) Steelers at Ravens: What is Mason Rudolph doing right?(55:45) Bears at Packers: "Chicago is one of the better teams in football right now."(1:05:35) Buccaneers at Panthers: Rachaad White needs to take pressure off of Baker Mayfield.(1:08:45) Cowboys at Commanders: "This is on Dan Quinn. Don't go for the death blow early. Kill them slowly."(1:12:05) Eagles at Giants: "Philly just needs to win and play well."(1:16:20) Big Butt Awards: Jeopardy Edition(1:26:20) Homie Playoff Predictions: How many of you could still nail all 8 division winners?(1:27:55) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed eulogizes the 2023 Raiders, Broncos, Bears, Giants, Chargers, and Bengals.
NFL Week 17 Picks: "You got your kahunas blown off!"
(6:25) TNF: Jets at Browns(9:30) SATURDAY: Lions at Cowboys(14:35) SUNDAY EARLY: Dolphins at Ravens(20:40) Patriots at Bills(23:05) Falcons at Bears(25:25) Titans at Texans(27:50) Raiders at Colts(29:55) Panthers at Jaguars(32:15) Rams at Giants(34:50) Cardinals at Eagles(38:05) Saints at Buccaneers(41:05) 49ers at Commanders(43:40) SUNDAY LATE: Steelers at Seahawks(46:00) Chargers at Broncos(49:05) Bengals at Chiefs(53:15) SNF: Packers at Vikings(56:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
(7:10) TNF: Saints at Rams(10:15) SATURDAY: Bengals at Steelers(14:50) Bills at Chargers(17:00) SUNDAY EARLY: Colts at Falcons(19:55) Packers at Panthers(21:40) Browns at Texans(24:40) Lions at Vikings(29:10) Commanders at Jets(31:15) Seahawks at Titans(34:50) SUNDAY LATE: Jaguars at Buccaneers(38:10) Cardinals at Bears(39:55) Cowboys at Dolphins(43:55) SUNDAY NIGHT: Patriots at Broncos(46:35) CHRISTMAS DAY: Raiders at Chiefs(49:25) Giants at Eagles(51:20) CHRISTMAS NIGHT: Ravens at 49ers(55:40) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/21/2023 • 57 minutes, 11 seconds
All (My Playoff Team) Wants for Christmas Is...
(4:45) Buccaneers: "Stop going all-in on run defense."(11:15) Browns: "Manage Flacco a little bit please!"(18:15) Bills & Cowboys: Buffalo's tricky run scheme dominated Dallas.(36:50) Vikings: "More trick ways to run it."(40:10) Rams: "Keep building with this new power run attack."(43:40) Chiefs: "Stop doing dumb shit."(47:55) Texans: "Don’t put it all on Stroud."(51:25) Lions: "Creativity in pass coverage."(58:30) Bengals: "Get the ball to the playmakers."(1:04:35) Seahawks: Kenneth Walker is the key.(1:09:50) Dolphins: "Help the O-line"(1:14:20) Saints: "Buck up, Derek Carr"(1:16:45) Ravens: "Run the f***ing ball.”(1:20:45) AFC No. 1 Seed: Are the Ravens still in the driver's seat?(1:23:30) 49ers: "When they throw outside the numbers, I don't know what to defend."(1:26:50) Colts: "Throw the ball downfield."(1:28:45) Jaguars: "Find ways to finagle some pressure."(1:32:00) Packers: Do they need a new defensive coordinator?(1:33:45) Steelers: "Hope the opponent’s D misses the bus to the game.”(1:36:40) Eagles: "Diversify your run game."(1:40:45) Broncos: "No more field goals."(1:43:15) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed lays the Cardinals, Patriots, Commanders, Titans, & Jets to rest.
(6:15) TNF: Chargers at Raiders(8:05) SATURDAY: Vikings at Bengals(11:00) Steelers at Colts(15:10) Broncos at Lions(18:00) SUNDAY EARLY: Falcons at Panthers(19:35) Bears at Browns(22:15) Buccaneers at Packers(24:55) Jets at Dolphins(27:50) Chiefs at Patriots(30:30) Giants at Saints(32:15) Texans at Titans(35:45) SUNDAY LATE: 49ers at Cardinals(37:30) Commanders at Rams(39:00) Cowboys at Bills(45:15) SNF: Ravens at Jaguars(49:00) MNF: Eagles at Seahawks(51:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/17/2023 • 55 minutes, 30 seconds
NFL Week 15 Picks: "The Fonz was the coolest!"
(6:15) TNF: Chargers at Raiders(8:05) SATURDAY: Vikings at Bengals(11:00) Steelers at Colts(15:10) Broncos at Lions(18:00) SUNDAY EARLY: Falcons at Panthers(19:35) Bears at Browns(22:15) Buccaneers at Packers(24:55) Jets at Dolphins(27:50) Chiefs at Patriots(30:30) Giants at Saints(32:15) Texans at Titans(35:45) SUNDAY LATE: 49ers at Cardinals(37:30) Commanders at Rams(39:00) Cowboys at Bills(45:15) SNF: Ravens at Jaguars(49:00) MNF: Eagles at Seahawks(51:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/17/2023 • 55 minutes, 30 seconds
Offensive Scheme Tiers + Week 14 Film Review
(2:00) Offensive Foundations: Would Chris be a run-first or pass-first offensive coordinator?(6:50) "I'm On a New Level": 49ers, Dolphins(28:25) “Be Aggressive, B-E-aggressive”: Cowboys, Packers, Jaguars, Saints(28:15) “Run The Damn Ball”: Ravens, Eagles, Falcons, Browns(52:10) Race for the NFC #1 Seed: Why are the Cowboys such longshots?(54:30) “Play-Action Wizards”: Lions, Texans, Vikings(1:01:20) “Managed to Maximize”: Bengals, Colts, Broncos, Rams(1:08:55) “Basic with Playmakers”: Seahawks, Buccaneers(1:12:40) “IDK WTF We Are, But Our QBs Are Awesome”: Bills, Chiefs(1:20:40) “Stinks and Not Changing”: Steelers
12/13/2023 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 19 seconds
NFL Week 14 Recap: Mad Mahomes + Lamar comes up clutch
NFL Week 14 Picks: "Holy sh*t it's Jerry Seinfeld!"
(3:40) TNF: Patriots at Steelers(10: 40) SUNDAY EARLY: Buccaneers at Falcons(13:30) Rams at Ravens(16:45) Lions at Bears(22:50) Colts at Bengals(25:55) Jaguars at Browns(28:50) Panthers at Saints(32:10) Texans at Jets(36:15) SUNDAY LATE: Vikings at Raiders(39:20) Seahawks at 49ers(43:25) Bills at Chiefs(47:20) Broncos at Chargers(50:25) SNF: Eagles at Cowboys(54:25) MNF: Titans at Dolphins(56:10) Packers at Giants(58:45) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/7/2023 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 13 seconds
Coach of the Year, 49ers-Eagles Film, & Ahmed curses
(5:00) 49ers-Eagles Film Review: Philly on short rest, Brock Purdy MVP buzz, and Kyle Shanahan tying plays together.(40:40) Coach of the Year odds: Dan Campbell is the favorite.(53:30) Shane Steichen has made the Colts one of the best offenses in football.(1:03:45) DeMeco Ryans is manning a dangerous Texans defense.(1:05:50) Matt LaFleur's has "a wide open smash mouth" Packers team.(1:18:30) Sean McVay makes the Rams "creatively basic."(1:24:45) Other candidates: John Harbaugh, Mike Tomlin, Kevin O'Connell.(1:27:20) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: We praise tushes both old (Aaron Donald) and young (Will Anderson Jr.).(1:30:50) Requiem for a Team: We lay the 2023 Panthers to rest.
(7:00) TNF: Seahawks at Cowboys(13:05) SUNDAY EARLY: Broncos at Texans(17:20) Chargers at Patriots(20:15) Lions at Saints(25:25) Falcons at Jets(32:00) Cardinals at Steelers(34:45) Colts at Titans(37:40) Dolphins at Commanders(40:35) SUNDAY LATE: Panthers at Buccaneers(43:25) Browns at Rams(47:25) 49ers at Eagles(53:20) SNF: Chiefs at Packers(56:20) MNF: Bengals at Jaguars(57:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
11/30/2023 • 59 minutes, 43 seconds
Best QB Duel of the Season + Signs of Life & Death
(5:30) Film Review - Eagles def. Bills: Lay off Josh Allen. And what sparked Philly's 2nd half surge?(40:30) Jaguars def. Texans: Chris self-scouts thyself on the Jacksonville pass rush against C.J. Stroud.(1:00:30) AFC Wild Card Contenders: Despite the odds, what 3 teams does Chris want to see make it?(1:05:35) Chiefs offense: They might have found their formula, but someone is out of the trust tree.(1:13:00) Signs of Life, Signs of Death: The Packers, Vikings, Lions, and Broncos have cause for hope and concern.(1:25:05) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: The 49ers, Packers, Bills, and Cowboys all took home an elephant trophy.
(5:30) BLACK FRIDAY: Dolphins at Jets(10:20) SUNDAY EARLY: Saints at Falcons(14:00) Steelers at Bengals(17:50) Jaguars at Texans(23:00) Buccaneers at Colts(26:40) Patriots at Giants(29:55) Panthers at Titans(33:30) SUNDAY LATE: Rams at Cardinals(37:00) Browns at Broncos(40:05) Chiefs at Raiders(42:35) Bills at Eagles(46:20) SNF: Ravens at Chargers(48:50) MNF: Bears at Vikings(50:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
11/23/2023 • 53 minutes, 2 seconds
NFL Thanksgiving Picks: "Football! Family! No gifts!"
(5:55) Packers at Lions(11:20) Commanders at Cowboys(17:35) 49ers at Seahawks(25:40) Thanksgiving Best Bet
11/22/2023 • 27 minutes, 13 seconds
NFL Week 11 Recap: Lions come back + Browns win with DTR
(6:10) TNF: Bengals at Ravens(10:35) SUNDAY EARLY: Cowboys at Panthers(13:30) Steelers at Browns(17:25) Bears at Lions(20:00) Chargers at Packers(24:15) Cardinals at Texans(27:20) Titans at Jaguars(32:20) Raiders at Dolphins(34:30) Giants at Commanders(36:00) SUNDAY LATE: Bucs at 49ers(39:10) Jets at Bills(43:20) Seahawks at Rams (46:05) SNF: Vikings at Broncos(50:25) MNF: Eagles at Chiefs(57:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
11/16/2023 • 58 minutes, 41 seconds
Browns lose Deshaun, Bills fire OC + Top NFL Coordinators
(:50) Deshaun Watson out for season: Where do Browns go from here?(14:40) Bills fire Ken Dorsey: But didn't his offense have good stats?(37:00) NFL's Top Coordinators: The homies nominate Ben Johnson, Bobby Slowik, Lou Anarumo, and more. Plus which OC and DC would Chris hire as a Head Coach?(1:01:00) Film Review: 49ers D vs Jaguars O: Did Sideline Steve Wilks change his scheme?(1:17:45) Browns D vs Ravens O: How did they shut down Lamar Jackson in the 4th quarter?(1:29:25) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: A repeat Steelers winner and new Texans winner.(1:34:15) Joshua Dobbs: Is this the NFL's version of Linsanity?
11/15/2023 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 35 seconds
NFL Week 10 Recap: Buzzer Beaters + 49ers are Back
(4:55) TNF: Panthers at Bears(8:20) GERMANY: Colts vs Patriots(12:25) SUNDAY EARLY: Browns at Ravens(15:10) Texans at Bengals(18:30) 49ers at Jaguars(22:45) Saints at Vikings(26:20) Packers at Steelers(29:05) Titans at Buccaneers(33:30) SUNDAY LATE: Falcons at Cardinals(36:20) Lions at Chargers(40:00) Giants at Cowboys(43:20) Commanders at Seahawks(47:00) SNF: Jets at Raiders(53:10) MNF: Broncos at Bills(54:45) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
11/9/2023 • 57 minutes, 42 seconds
NFL Midseason Awards + True Contenders
(3:15) MVP: Could we see our first non-QB MVP in years?(12:05) Defensive Player of the Year: Should Maxx Crosby join the big 3 favorites?(17:15) Victory Lap: Best Prediction(22:40) Self-Scout Thyself: Prediction You Regret The Most(26:50) Damn! Okay: Most Head-Turning Player(38:00) "Cheeks to Freaks" Award: Most Improved Player(43:20) REAL Awards: Which teams can go to the Super Bowl?(51:30) Leaderhouse Award: Safe Bets to Win Their Division(53:50) Coach of the Year: Is Dan Campbell a slam dunk?(57:45) 2024 Draft Power Rankings Award: Team That Needs #1 Pick The Most(1:05:40) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: DeForest Buckner, Alex Highsmith, and the best rookie D-linemen.(1:09:30) Film Review - Chiefs D vs Dolphins O: Steve Spagnuolo put on a master class.(1:21:45) Cowboys D vs Eagles O: Despite some success, Chris still has concerns about the Cowboys D.(1:30:30) Bengals D vs Bills O: Buffalo's offense again doesn't have answers.(1:38:0) C.J. Stroud: Did the film match the stats?
11/8/2023 • 1 hour, 45 minutes, 10 seconds
NFL Week 9 Recap: Contenders clash, but Stroud & Dobbs steal the show
(6:05) TNF: Titans at Steelers(9:55) Germany: Dolphins vs Chiefs(16:15) Sunday Early: Vikings at Falcons(20:00) Seahawks at Ravens(23:20) Cardinals at Browns(25:35) Rams at Packers(28:25) Buccaneers at Texans(31:50) Commanders at Patriots(34:10) Bears at Saints(36:40) Sunday Late: Colts at Panthers(40:10) Giants at Raiders(42:25) Cowboys at Eagles(46:20) SNF: Bills at Bengals(49:50) MNF: Chargers at Jets(54:10) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
11/2/2023 • 56 minutes, 49 seconds
Raiders fire Josh McDaniels + Patrick Mahomes' bad game
(3:15) Raiders fire Josh McDaniels: Where is Las Vegas heading? Jim Harbaugh, perhaps?(12:10) Chase Young to 49ers: Will he "light it up" in San Francisco?(20:30) Montez Sweat to Bears: Why was Chicago a buyer?(29:30) Leonard Williams to Seahawks: Why didn't they target Young or Sweat?(35:40) BREAKING NEWS: Raiders bench Jimmy Garoppolo for Aidan O'Connell.(37:55) Donovan Peoples-Jones to Lions: What does this say about Jameson Williams?(41:20) Rasul Douglas to Bills: Was WR a bigger need?(43:05) Jets & Giants: Should they have made more moves?(52:10) Film Review: Bengals O vs 49ers D: Cincinnati "knew the rules"(1:08:15) Chiefs O vs Broncos D: "Worst game I have seen from Patrick Mahomes in a long time"(1:22:50) Cowboys O vs Rams D: Dallas is getting vertical(1:28:00) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Dexter Lawrence & Maxx Crosby win, even when they lose.(1:31:30) BREAKING NEWS: Falcons bench Desmond Ridder for Taylor Heinicke.
(2:50) TNF: Buccaneers at Bills(6:45) SUNDAY EARLY: Texans at Panthers(10:05) Rams at Cowboys(13:30) Vikings at Packers(17:10) Saints at Colts(19:20) Patriots at Dolphins(22:00) Jets at Giants(26:10) Jaguars at Steelers(29:50) Falcons at Titans(32:25) Eagles at Commanders(34:55) SUNDAY LATE: Browns at Seahawks(38:25) Ravens at Cardinals(40:45) Chiefs at Broncos(42:45) Bengals at 49ers(47:50) SNF: Bears at Chargers(52:00) MNF: Raiders at Lions(54:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
10/26/2023 • 57 minutes, 51 seconds
NFL Week 7 Film Review + #AskMeAnything
(3:05) Eagles beat up Dolphins: How Philly's their size beat Miami's speed?(33:40) Ravens crush Lions: Jared Goff struggles under pressure & the Detroit D gets too aggressive.(58:20) Big Butt Awards: "Sexy Dexy Lawrence and Myles Garrett get on the big butt board.(1:03:15) Browns Defense: How did Gardner Minshew carve them up?(1:11:55) AFC North odds: Is it the Ravens' division to lose?(1:14:05) #AskMeAnything: Why does the NFL still use metal chains to measure first downs?(1:15:55) Bills & Patriots: Why don't they use some of their most dynamic receivers?(1:18:40) 49ers: Steve Wilks makes "the worst call in football this year."(1:26:25) Justin Herbert: Is his confidence shot?(1:28:05) Travis Kelce: Why can't defenses just double team him? "Easier said than done."
(4:20) TNF: Jaguars at Saints(10:00) SUNDAY EARLY: Lions at Ravens(16:15) Raiders at Bears(18:30) Browns at Colts(22:40) Bills at Patriots(27:00) Commanders at Giants(30:30) Falcons at Buccaneers(34:10) SUNDAY LATE: Steelers at Rams(38:40) Cardinals at Seahawks(41:25) Packers at Broncos(44:30) Chargers at Chiefs(50:20) SNF: Dolphins at Eagles(54:20) MNF: 49ers at Vikings(56:25) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
10/19/2023 • 58 minutes, 40 seconds
NFL Week 6 Film Review: "#OnePride Man!"
(3:55) Jets Defense: "I was shocked that the Eagles went pass-first."(30:40) Dolphins & Eagles: Who has the best chance of being a #1 seed?(33:30) Browns Defense: How did they stop a 49ers offense that torched the Cowboys?(53:00) Lions Defense: How have they improved so much from last year?(1:04:00) Big Butt Awards: Love for a Ravens veteran and Cowboys riser.(1:10:00) Bills Offense: How did the Giants defense contain Josh Allen?(1:23:30) Seahawks Offense: How did the Bengals stonewall them in the red zone?
(4:40) TNF: Broncos at Chiefs(7:00) LONDON: Ravens vs Titans(10:20) SUNDAY EARLY: Commanders at Falcons(12:55) Vikings at Bears(17:05) Seahawks at Bengals(20:30) 49ers at Browns(23:30) Saints at Texans(26:00) Colts at Jaguars(29:20) Panthers at Dolphins(32:00) SUNDAY LATE: Patriots at Raiders(35:45) Cardinals at Rams(38:25) Eagles at Jets(42:30) Lions at Buccaneers(46:10) SNF: Giants at Bills(48:55) MNF: Cowboys at Chargers(51:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
10/12/2023 • 55 minutes, 16 seconds
NFL Week 5 Film Review: "Cowboys are so BASIC"
(2:40) Cowboys Offense: Dak Prescott made mistakes, but is it all on him.(19:00) 49ers Offense: Where was Micah Parsons?(31:20) Jaguars Defense slows Bills: Tyson Campbell is doing something we rarely see anymore.(41:00) Bengals Offense beats Cardinals: Are the Bengals really BACK?(53:00) Desmond Ridder: Did he turn a corner vs the Texans?(1:01:25) Eagles Defense: How did they shut down the Rams in the 2nd half?(1:08:00) Lions creative offense: Ahmed declares Ben Johnson the best playcaller in the NFL.(1:17:55) Big Butt Awards: Does it count if you're playing the Giants O-line?
(5:10) TNF: Bears at Commanders(8:55) LONDON: Jaguars vs Bills(12:15) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Texans at Falcons(15:50) Panthers at Lions(19:55) Titans at Colts(22:50) Giants at Dolphins(26:15) Saints at Patriots(28:35) Ravens at Steelers(33:00) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Bengals at Cardinals(36:15) Eagles at Rams(40:40) Jets at Broncos(44:30) Chiefs at Vikings(47:50) SNF: Cowboys at 49ers(51:35) MNF: Packers at Raiders(54:05) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
10/5/2023 • 56 minutes, 56 seconds
NFL Week 4 Film Review: "Sticking up for Zach Wilson?!"
(5:00) Bills D stops Dolphins: 2 key factors frustrated the Miami offense.(20:00) Eagles def. Commanders: What got Philly back on track in the 2nd half?(37:20) Last Undefeated Team: The Eagles are favored, but should the 49ers be?(40:40) Chiefs def. Jets: Zach Wilson's biggest room for improvement.(54:50) BREAKING NEWS: The Broncos cut Randy Gregory.(56:55) Ravens offense: Did they turn a corner vs the Browns stout D?(1:02:55) Bengals offense: Were there ANY signs of hope vs the Titans?(1:09:35) CJ Stroud: The Texans showed their identity vs the Steelers.(1:16:45) Big Butt Awards: Aaron Donald and Khalil Mack are still as good as ever.
NFL Week 4 Picks: "Maybe it was the duck that bit me!"
(3:55) TNF: Lions at Packers(6:10) LONDON: Falcons at Jaguars(8:55) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Dolphins at Bills(13:10) Vikings at Panthers(16:00) Broncos at Bears(18:50) Ravens at Browns(23:00) Steelers at Texans(26:00) Rams at Colts(29:15) Buccaneers at Saints(32:00) Commanders at Eagles(34:00) Bengals at Titans(37:15) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Raiders at Chargers(39:40) Patriots at Cowboys(43:10) Cardinals at 49ers(46:30) SNF: Chiefs at Jets(49:10) MNF: Seahawks at Giants(51:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
9/28/2023 • 55 minutes, 15 seconds
NFL Week 3 Film Review: Cowboys concerns & CJ Stroud is real
(3:00) Cardinals def. Cowboys: "This wasn't just Dallas asleep at the wheel."(20:00) Texans def. Jaguars: "C.J. Stroud is the REAL DEAL."(32:20) Colts def. Ravens: Why isn't the Todd Monken offense working?(39:55) Dolphins def. Broncos: "It was worse than I thought."(51:00) Coach of the Year odds: Should Mike McDaniel be the favorite?(53:45) Bills def. Commanders: Buffalo got to Sam Howell at a historic rate.(59:00) Big Butt Awards: A Seahawks & Browns pass rusher add the elephant to their trophy case.
(4:30) TNF: Giants at 49ers(9:20) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Colts at Ravens(11:55) Titans at Browns(16:00) Falcons at Lions(19:25) Saints at Packers(22:25) Texans at Jaguars(24:40) Broncos at Dolphins(28:10) Chargers at Vikings(31:25) Patriots at Jets(33:55) Bills at Commanders(37:45) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Panthers at Seahawks(41:40) Cowboys at Cardinals(44:05) Bears at Chiefs(46:30) SNF: Steelers at Raiders(50:15) MNF: Eagles at Buccaneers(52:25) Rams at Bengals(55:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
(3:40) TNF: Vikings at Eagles(8:20) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Packers at Falcons(12:35) Raiders at Bills(17:10) Ravens at Bengals(21:30) Seahawks at Lions(24:30) Colts at Texans(26:55) Chiefs at Jaguars(30:35) Bears at Buccaneers(33:40) Chargers at Titans(36:20) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Giants at Cardinals(39:20) 49ers at Rams(42:10) Jets at Cowboys(45:35) Commanders at Broncos(47:40) SNF: Dolphins at Patriots(50:00) MNF: Saints at Panthers(52:30) Browns at Steelers(56:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
9/14/2023 • 57 minutes, 47 seconds
Aaron Rodgers fallout + NFL Week 1 Film Review
(2:50) MNF recap: Jets def. Bills: "I was distraught about Aaron Rodgers"(10:45) Dolphins offense vs Chargers defense: Did LA really leave Tyreek Hill & Jaylen Waddle 1-on-1?(21:30) Eagles offense vs Patriots defense: Does Philly have a weakness vs the blitz?(34:15) Packers offense vs Bears defense: How much have Green Bay's offense changed with Jordan Love?(41:15) Packers defense vs Bears offense: "It still feels like they're managing Justin Fields."(46:20) Bengals offense vs Browns defense: "They gave Joe Burrow NO schematical advantage."(59:45) Big Butt Awards: TJ Watt and Jalen Carter take the first elephant trophies of the season.(1:04:50) Ravens def. Texans: Zay Flowers, Will Anderson, and CJ Stroud impressed in their debuts.(1:09:25) Homie Playoff Predictions: Who did you guys have winning the Super Bowl?
(4:30) KICKOFF: Lions at Chiefs(10:20) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Panthers at Falcons(13:30) Texans at Ravens(15:20) Bengals at Browns(17:50) Jaguars at Colts(20:30) Buccaneers at Vikings(23:20) Titans at Saints(25:40) 49ers at Steelers(29:25) Cardinals at Commanders(32:00) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Packers at Bears(36:00) Raiders at Broncos(38:15) Dolphins at Chargers(40:30) Eagles at Patriots(42:50) Rams at Seahawks(45:00) SNF: Cowboys at Giants(47:55) MNF: Bills at Jets(51:10) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
9/7/2023 • 52 minutes, 47 seconds
GUEST: Patrick Mahomes
Chris (@CSimmsQB) heads to Kansas City to interview the man and legend, Patrick Mahomes. The guys cover his transition from baseball to football, his heroics in last year's playoff run, how he compares to Steph Curry, and the secret to reaching the Super Bowl once again.
9/4/2023 • 19 minutes, 56 seconds
2023 Playoffs & Super Bowl LVIII Predictions
(2:05) Patrick Mahomes: Chris gives us a glimpse of his interview with the reigning MVP.(15:45) NFC Playoff Predictions: Are we buying the Lions hype?(32:45) AFC Playoff Predictions: It breaks Chris' heart to leave one team out.(49:45) Super Bowl LVIII: Chris goes with revenge, and Ahmed goes against the grain.(55:00) College Football Saturday: Tune in to see Chris and Ahmed on our first Big Ten Saturday.
8/30/2023 • 59 minutes, 27 seconds
AFC Win Totals
(5:40) AFC East Win Totals: Bills, Jets, Dolphins, & Patriots(21:05) AFC North Win Totals: Bengals, Ravens, Browns, & Steelers(31:50) AFC South Win Totals: Jaguars, Titans, Colts, & Texans(41:30) AFC West Win Totals: Chiefs, Chargers, Broncos, & Raiders
8/28/2023 • 54 minutes, 6 seconds
NFC Win Totals
(3:15) Unbuttoned announcement: Get ready for Sunday night episodes this season.(7:40) NFC East Win Totals: Eagles, Cowboys, Giants, & Commanders(20:45) NFC North Win Totals: Lions, Vikings, Bears, & Packers(33:15) NFC South Win Totals: Saints, Falcons, Panthers, & Buccaneers(46:10) NFC West Win Totals: 49ers, Seahawks, Rams, & Cardinals(57:25) Top 5 NFL Rosters: What teams did we leave out? And where does the Chiefs roster rank without Patrick Mahomes?
8/23/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 41 seconds
Bills & Bryce Concerns + Top 5 NFL Rosters
(2:00) Watching Preseason: Chris has finally gotten his wife on board the football train.(5:00) Browns: Could Dorian Thompson-Robinson take the QB2 role?(9:30) Eagles: As Marcus Mariota struggles, Tanner McKee shines.(14:25) Giants: The Daniel Jones-Darren Waller connection is already strong.(19:30) Panthers: Has Bryce Young looked like a #1 pick yet?(25:40) Falcons: Desmond Ridder looked "smooth."(28:00) Dolphins: What did Tua Tagovailoa see on his INT?(32:00) Texans: CJ Stroud "looks like he belongs more."(33:55) Bears: Tyson Bagent shows off...wait who?(37:35) Steelers: Kenny Pickett keeps the Pittsburgh offense hot.(43:15) Bills: While the rookies look good, is the offense still concerning?(45:20) Chiefs: KC is ready for primetime...except for one thing.(51:00) Packers: "Keep letting it rip, Jordan Love."(55:30) Titans: Malik Willis' talent still pops, but has he put it together?(1:01:45) 49ers: Brock Purdy returns, and Kyle Shanahan can't hide his praise.(1:07:15) Seahawks: Geno Smith looked "awesome" but not as good as an edited Pete Carroll video.(1:10:05) Raiders: Could Aidan O'Connell be their QB of the future? And some Josh Jacobs breaking news drops.(1:14:30) Top 5 NFL Rosters: Taking away the QB, what teams are the best on paper?(1:33:45) Best Non-QB of 21st Century: Our bracket is down to the final 8.
8/21/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 52 seconds
Dalvin Cook to the Jets + GUEST: Matthew Berry
(6:30) Dalvin Cook: Does he make the Jets the strongest RB corps in the NFL?(10:00) Zack Martin: Did the Cowboys early schedule play a factor in his raise?(14:00) Preseason Leftovers: Chris weighs in on Seahawks QB Drew Lock, Cardinals OT Paris Johnson, Packers QB Sean Clifford, Saints QB Jake Haener, Vikings LB Ivan Pace Jr & RB Ty Chandler, and Chargers RB Elijah Dotson.(34:15) Lions Defense: Were they that good, or was the Giants O-line just that bad?(35:45) 49ers Backups: Does San Francisco have depth issues?(40:00) Cardinals Defense: Have Isaiah Simmons & Zaven Collins finally found their correct positions?(42:50) Damn! Okay: Patriots DE Keion White, Seahawks LB Derick Hall, and Buccaneers LB Yaya Diaby all showed out.(45:10) Sean Payton: Despite Garrett Wilson trolling him, do his sideline rules make sense?(50:20) GUEST Matthew Berry: The king of fantasy football stops by to talk about Amon-Ra St. Brown, Chris Olave, Garrett Wilson, Jahan Dotson, Nico Collins, QB strategy, Dameon Pierce, Dalvin Cook, Connecticut traffic, and having the highest-grossing actor average of all time.
8/16/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 8 seconds
Rookie QB WOW-O-METER + Trey Lance's mechanics
(5:05) Panthers QB Bryce Young: The Jets D-line made life hard for him and Matt Corral.(13:05) Texans QB C.J. Stroud: He gets an incomplete, but Will Anderson impressed.(17:55) Colts QB Anthony Richardson: Even his interception was a wow throw.(22:45) Titans QB Will Levis: He had some "eye-popping throws", but don't sleep on Malik Willis.(30:10) Rams QB Stetson Bennett: "I saw this coming. He's ready for this."(32:20) Cardinals QB Clayton Tune: "He's Colt McCoy."(34:10) Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell: "They need him to be ready."(37:30) 49ers QBs: Trey Lance has fixed some of his mechanics, but is he due for a trade?(43:45) Buccaneers QBs: Baker Mayfield looks comfortable, and Kyle Trask is on the right track.(47:00) Chiefs: Andy Reid keeps playing his starters in preseason.(49:15) Steelers: "They had the best drive of a 1st-team offense."(52:25) Saints: Derek Carr hits the ground running.(54:15) Bears: Justin Fields has a perfect debut...maybe too perfect for his coaches?(57:05) Packers: Jordan Love "threw the ball with authority."(59:50) Lions: Nate Sudfeld showed why Detroit needs Teddy Bridgewater.(1:03:25) Broncos: "Russell Wilson looks totally different."(1:07:10) Browns: Deshaun Watson looked more like his Texans version.(1:09:05) Commanders: Sam Howell looks good in Eric Bieniemy's offense.(1:12:05) Jets: Zach Wilson "is on the up-and-up."(1:13:30) Jaguars: Nathan Rourke already has one of the plays of the year.(1:15:45) Bills: Damar Hamlin returns, and James Cook could revive Buffalo's run game.
8/14/2023 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 18 seconds
Hard Knocks Recap, plus 1 Player to Watch from each AFC team
(4:00) Hard Knocks recap: “Aaron Rodgers showed why he’s your favorite quarterback’s favorite quarterback”(12:30) Nathaniel Hackett gets a great piece of promotional rehabilitation(15:00) Ron Rivera discusses Eric Bieniemy’s tough-love coaching style and regrets it(26:55) AFC 1 Player To Watch in the preseason(27:35) Texans WR Jon Metchie: “I worry about lack of firepower for CJ Stroud”. Plus Ahmed’s first Big Butt goes to Will Anderson, Jr – will he show more than just a high motor?(33:40) Colts DE Kwity Paye: “Stops the run. Great. We didn’t get him to do that.”(37:00) Titans OG Aaron Brewer: “I’m interested to see how the shuffling of that o-line works.” And kudos to Mike Vrabel for giving Terrell Williams the chance to coach the first preseason game.(42:05) Raiders S Tre’von Moehrig: “The secondary is not something you’re gonna write home about”(46:10) Patriots WR Tyquan Thornton: “He’s the deep threat. He’s that guy”(51:30) Broncos LB Nik Bonitto: “F*** you OU!”(55:10) Steelers DL Keeanu Benton: “They need more youth and talent on their d-line”(1:01:45) Browns DL Jordan Elliott: “They couldn’t stop the run at all last year”(1:04:40) Jaguars OL Walker Little: “If they can’t protect #16, all of it means jack diddly squat”(1:08:40) Chargers MLBs & DTs: “The 28th run-stopping D in football? C’mon that can’t happen anymore”(1:13:20) Dolphins RT Austin Jackson: “Follow the money, follow the assets. Those have to be performing. And this one has not, yet”(1:17:00) Ravens LB Odafe Oweh(1:22:30) Jets DE Jermaine Johnson: “He should be a starter … and can he be a force off the edge?”(1:26:30) Bengals S Nick Scott & Dax Hill: “Who is this crazy #33 running around the field like he’s Ray Lewis?”(1:29:50) Bills CB Kaiir Elam: “He looks the part. But they need more from him this year”(1:33:30) Chiefs LT Donovan Smith: “He was not good last year. And it would have been way worse if they ever called holding on him”
8/9/2023 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 10 seconds
Tales & Observations from Canton, plus 1 Player to Watch from each NFC team
(4:50) Dorian Thompson-Robinson performs well: “What you saw in the game is a natural playing football.” (9:15) Aaron Rodgers impact on the Jets: “It’s a ridiculous love fest.”(14:30) How Nathaniel Hackett’s presence should help Zach Wilson(19:30) Hall of Fame parties: fighting back tears, drinky-drinky-smokey-smokey, and Warrick Dunn saves the day(26:45) Ahmed had a front-row seat to the Jose Ramirez-Tim Anderson brawl(31:30) One Player to Watch in Preseason (NFC teams)(32:50) Cardinals CB Marco Wilson: “Has a chance to take a step to be an island-type CB”(36:55) Rams OL Steve Avila: “Last year, Matthew Stafford’s protection was beyond horrible”(40:40) Bucs DE Shaq Barrett: “The Bucs are one of those teams that need to win games 16-13”(43:55) Commanders DE Chase Young: “What is he gonna look like?”(46:30) Bears WR Chase Claypool: “He has superstar traits. He’s the guy that could take this thing to the next level”(51:30) Panthers WR Terrace Marshall: “He’s got to be the meat & potatoes receiver”(54:50) Packers DT Devonte Wyatt: “I don’t think he ever got to the point where he was hitting on all cylinders”(59:15) Falcons DE Bud Dupree: “He never got back to the guy he was when he signed the big deal in Tennessee”(1:02:30) Giants OT Evan Neal: “If he becomes dominant, the o-line will be a problem for people.”(1:06:30) Vikings CB Mekhi Blackmon & WR Jordan Addison: “They need someone to take the pressure off Justin Jefferson”(1:09:30) Seahawks OTs Abraham Lucas & Charles Cross: “If those two are right, they are a handful of a football team”(1:13:50) Saints OL Trevor Penning: “If Carr has time, they’re gonna carve some people up”(1:16:10) Lions DE Josh Paschal: “Who, other than Aidan Hutchinson, can make some splashes?”(1:20:30) Cowboys DL Mazi Smith: “Are they big enough up front to hang with the big boys?”(1:23:40) 49ers RT Colton McKivitz: “They haven’t had to worry about this position in a long time”(1:26:55) Eagles LB Nakobe Dean: “That defense is all about the middle and there are obviously some concerns about that part of the defense”(1:29:30) The best non-QB of the 21st century voting is down to the final 16
8/7/2023 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 40 seconds
Devin McCourty on Brady, Belichick, and HOF QBs
(3:05) Retirement: Devin describes life after football(17:25) Trevon Diggs vs Dak Prescott: When does training camp trash talk go too far?(20:00) Tackling: Devin talks about taking on Marshawn Lynch and playing with Patrick Chung.(23:25) Tom Brady: How did Belichick push his buttons?(31:10) Steven Jackson & Adrian Peterson: The most intimidating players Devin even faced.(33:20) Making the NFL: Guarding Terrell Owens and facing Chad Ochocinco's trash talk.(36:05) Big Games: Which coaches gave Belichick the most trouble?(39:30) Peyton Manning: How did the Patriots change their defense against him?(49:20) Most underrated teammate: Rob Ninkovich deserved more credit.(51:15) Best Teams: What were the best squads Devin played for and against?(1:04:10) Idols: Devin talks about the teammates and opponents who he looked up to.(1:10:20) Best QB & WR: Matching up up vs Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, and Justin Jefferson.
8/3/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 38 seconds
Sean Payton, Jonathan Taylor, & #AskMeAnything
(5:35) Sean Payton: His comments were "shocking and reckless."(19:45) New Head Coaches: What would a successful season look like for the Broncos, Colts, Texans, Panthers, and Cardinals?(30:30) Jonathan Taylor: Jim Irsay needs to stop tweeting.(39:10) Chris the GM: Which positions would Simms build his roster around?(52:20) Joe Burrow: Does he have pressure to take a team-friendly deal?(58:00) Jalen Ramsey: How will the Dolphins defense adjust to his injury?(1:00:30) Training camp injuries: Should teams rest their teams more in August?(1:05:45) Jets: Are they making Aaron Rodgers more aggressive? And how much do they need Dalvin Cook?(1:11:50) Lamar Jackson: Why is his new OC asking him to ditch his wristband?(1:15:30) 49ers QBs: Should Brock Purdy be the unquestioned starter?(1:19:45) Steelers: Is their O-line good enough to bring back their run game?(1:22:05) Giants: Are they being overlooked?(1:24:35) Boom-or-bust: Which teams have the biggest range of outcomes this season?(1:28:15) Training camp stories: Chris gives us some of his best ones.
7/31/2023 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Top 5 Secondaries & Training Camp Questions
(4:00) Top Secondaries: The Dolphins, Broncos, Jets, Chiefs, Cowboys, Seahawks, Bengals, Chargers, and Ravens all get love.(26:10) Jets: Chris self-scouts himself on Garrett Wilson.(31:05) Patriots: Can the O-line protect Mac Jones?(32:40) Bills: What RB will pick up the slack for Nyheim Hines?(35:25) Bengals: Who will be Joe Mixon's backup?(36:25) Steelers: Did they overpay Alex Highsmith?(40:10) Chiefs: Forget the offense, can KC have a Top 10 DEFENSE?(43:50) Broncos: What is their plan is Javonte Williams isn't ready for Week 1?(45:40) Raiders: How worried should they be about their defense?(47:45) Colts: Can their O-line become dominant again?(50:35) Eagles: Will the Super Bowl hangover affect them?(52:05) Seahawks: Will they be a pass-first or run-first offense?(56:25) 49ers: What Trey Lance make the final roster?(58:50) Buccaneers: Will their QB competition hurt them?(1:00:30) Packers: Will they skew more towards the run game with Jordan Love?
7/26/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 29 seconds
#AskMeAnything: RB market & Madden ratings
(10:45) C.J. Gardner-Johnson: The Lions get a scare with a key defender.(13:30) Madden ratings: Simms has some issues with the 99 Club and WR rankings.(23:20) RB salaries: Chris and Connor discuss some strategies to help running backs.(37:00) Middle linebackers: Is the position becoming devalued like RBs?(41:50) Chiefs: Kadarius Toney is injured (again) and Chris Jones is holding out.(46:20) Titans: Is Tennessee and Ryan Tannehill being overlooked?(51:10) Jets: Zach Wilson preseason expectations & Quinnen Williams gets paid.(53:35) Mac Jones: Will Bill O'Brien fix him?(55:00) Bills: Nyheim Hines is out for the season. And should Buffalo be the favorite in the AFC East?(1:03:40) "Quarterback": Who should be the next 3 passers in the Netflix series?(1:10:25) 49ers: Can Kyle Shanahan resurrect Sam Darnold's career?(1:12:00) Rams: Do they have a shot in a weak NFC?(1:14:15) Packers: What's their ceiling & floor this season?(1:17:50) Broncos: What's their worst-case scenario?(1:20:45) Relegation: Could the NFL follow the Premier League's path?(1:22:25) Weed: Does Chris watch film high?
7/24/2023 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 5 seconds
NFL Futures Bets with Bet The Edge
For more Bet The Edge podcasts, subscribe and rate HERE.(4:05) Strategy: What bets to target, when to bet them, and how much does the schedule factor in?(19:10) Team Futures: Dolphins to win AFC East, Ravens to win AFC North and Falcons to win NFC South(30:15) Awards Bets: Quinnen Williams to win DPOY, Matt LaFleur to win COY and Joe Burrow to win MVP
6/20/2023 • 42 minutes, 38 seconds
Best 21st Century Non-QBs: AFC Teams
(5:00) NFC teams: Homies want to know why we didn't include Sean Taylor & Kyle Long in Monday's episode.(9:15) Broncos(15:15) Chargers(20:40) Chiefs(28:55) Raiders(38:05) Texans(40:50) Colts(44:30) Jaguars(50:00) Titans(54:25) Ravens(57:30) Bengals(59:35) Browns(1:02:50) Steelers(1:08:20) Bills(1:14:10) Dolphins(1:18:25) Patriots(1:24:45) Jets
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown #4-1: The Machine & The King
(4:55) #4 Justin Herbert: "All-time traits, but still looking for his big moment."(20:20) #3 Josh Allen: "The greatest one-man show in football, for better and worse."(35:00) #2 Joe Burrow: "Nobody plays traditional QB better in the NFL."(47:25) AFC North & East odds: Are the Bengals or Bills a better bet to win their division?(50:00) #1 Patrick Mahomes: "It might be the best QB season in the history of the NFL."(1:11:10) #AskMeAnything: Homies have questions about the Top 3 QBs and Jalen Hurts being #7.
6/7/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 34 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown #8-5: Leapers!
(9:00) #8 Aaron Rodgers: If his arm is still elite, what's holding him back?(25:15) #7 Jalen Hurts: "The ultimate gamer."(39:05) #6 Trevor Lawrence: "It's clicking."(52:20) #5 Lamar Jackson: "Don't get it twisted, his passing is legit."(1:03:25) #AskMeAnything: The homies have questions on Jared Goff, Daniel Jones, Geno Smith, and guys who could take a leap in the 2024 QB list.
6/5/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 38 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown #13-9: Ceilings & Superstars
(2:50) #13 Dak Prescott: Were his interceptions last year just bad luck?(18:40) #12 Kirk Cousins: He finally said "f*ck it."(28:50) #11 Daniel Jones: "They could not have won without his skillset last year."(42:30) NFC Championship odds: Who is the 3rd-best team after the Eagles & 49ers?(45:10) #10 Matthew Stafford: "His arm is still all-time elite."(55:35) #9 Deshaun Watson: Was last year just rust?(1:04:40) Homies react: We take your questions on Jacoby Brissett, QB #14 Russell Wilson, what passer you can win a Super Bowl with, where Chris would rank himself, and what QB Chris would want to coach.
6/1/2023 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 19 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown #19-14: "Clock's ticking"
(6:40) QB #19 Kyler Murray: "Incredible talent, but serious questions about leadership & ceiling."(17:25) QB #18 Derek Carr: Does he make the Saints the NFC South favorite?(28:55) QB #17 Jared Goff: Can he be the long-term answer for the Lions?(39:25) QB #16 Ryan Tannehill: "Consistent as it gets, but does he give the Titans that championship edge?"(48:55) QB #15 Geno Smith: "His tape wows me. The biggest negative is that it was just 1 year."(58:30) QB #14 Russell Wilson: "His situation was worse than I can remember."(1:09:50) Broncos odds: Is Sean Payton a good bet for Coach of the Year?(1:12:50) #AskMeAnything: The homies have questions about where Chris ranked Jimmy Garoppolo & Baker Mayfield.
5/30/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 24 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown: #24-20: "It's time to crap"
(8:20) QB #24 Baker Mayfield: "Despite some of the sh!ttiest situations, he arm is still a blessing and a curse."(19:10) QB #23 Justin Fields: "INSANE runner. But his throwing is a collection of great plays with no consistency."(32:25) QB #22 Jimmy Garoppolo: "He played some of his best football last year."(43:20) QB #21 Tua Tagovailoa: "Runs that offense to a T. But he doesn't create on his own."(57:45) QB #20 Mac Jones: "Forget the team and the OC...he is an incredible decision-maker."(1:09:20) AFC East odds: Is this the toughest division in the NFL?(1:14:30) Top 40 Honorable mentions: Why Carson Wentz, Zach Wilson, Mitchell Trubisky, Jameis Winston, and Trey Lance missed the list.
5/24/2023 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 58 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown: #30-25
(4:10) Ahmed's weekend: Magic shops, top hats, and Aaron Judge.BACKUP SUPREMES(11:10) QB #30 Davis Mills: "He wasn’t the problem, but he’s not the answer either."(21:00) QB #29 Tyler Huntley: "He can make game-changing throws, and he can play backyard football."(28:20) QB #28 Andy Dalton: "He had a resurgence. Maybe he ate a lot of spinach or something."(36:10) QB #27 Sam Darnold: "One of the tougher rankings in this whole thing."SOPHOMORE SUPREMES(46:05) QB #26 Brock Purdy: "For a rookie, he's got veteran eyes already."(54:55) QB #25 Kenny Pickett: Was his rookie year a disappointment?(1:02:30) BetMGM on Steelers odds: Will Mike Tomlin have his first losing season?(1:05:20) #AskMeAnything: The next Geno Smith? Can Jordan Love be a Top 10 QB? Why did Chris rank him ahead of Sam Howell? Are defensive head coaches bad for young QBs?
5/22/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 28 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown: #35-31
(7:40) QB #35 Mike White: "He was more aggressive this year."(14:20) QB #34 Gardner Minshew: "He brings some pizzazz that other backups don't."(20:35) QB #33 Taylor Heinicke: "He pushes your starter."(27:30) QB #32 Jarrett Stidham: "His arm is better than some QBs we'll see in the teens."(35:00) QB #31 Jordan Love: "What is Love? (baby don't hurt me)"(46:20) #AskMeAnything: Chris takes questions on his ranking of Desmond Ridder, Sam Howell, and Anthony Richardson. Plus we discuss Joe Burrow's contract, Zach Wilson, Eagles coordinators, and Dalton Kincaid.
5/17/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 44 seconds
2023 Top 40 QB Countdown: #40-36
(3:00) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: How did Chris narrow down his list?(9:50) QB #40 Desmond Ridder: "His mechanics have improved from college"(18:30) QB #39 Sam Howell: "He's got more pop in his arm than I gave him credit for."(29:40) QB #38 Bryce Young: "They didn't take him #1 to sit on the bench."(39:30) QB #37 CJ Stroud: "This is a great offense for him...He can be a star."(45:20) QB #36 Anthony Richardson: Why did he leap Stroud & Young after being behind them in Simms' draft rankings?(58:40) #AskMeAnything: Chris answers questions on CJ Henderson, the Saints, Commanders defense, NFC North, Jaguars, Jalen Carter, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and, of course, smoking.
5/15/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 57 seconds
Episode 500 trivia + Top 40 QB Countdown preview
(4:35) Episode 500: You predict what we'll be talking about 500 episodes from now.(11:00) NFL Schedule: Germany and London are getting some heavy-hitter games this season.(18:45) Top 40 QB Countdown: What did Chris learn from looking back at last year's list?(41:20) Simms 500 Trivia: Chris and Ahmed try to go 5-for-5.(51:35) #AskMeAnything: What are the Cowboys missing to beat the Eagles & 49ers?(54:25) Giants: Can Evan Neal take a Year 2 leap, like his teammate?(57:45) O-line: The Broncos, Steelers, and Bengals made some big improvements this offseason.(1:00:30) Steelers: Are they being overlooked?(1:01:50) Chargers: Will they finally be able to stop the run?(1:03:40) Playoffs: Do too many teams make it now?(1:07:10) Patrick Mahomes: Why didn't he play at a better college?(1:10:45) Seahawks/Jets: Would you rather have Sauce Gardner & Garrett Wilson or Devon Witherspoon & Jaxon Smith-Njigba?(1:14:10) Chris' Replacement: What current QB most reminds Ahmed of Simms?(1:16:20) Pizza: Where's the best spot in Northern Jersey?
5/10/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 35 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Justin Fields' throwing & Sam Darnold starting
(4:50) Justin Fields: Chris breaks down where his throwing motion stands.(9:50) Giants: Does rookie center John Michael Schmitz need to change his "dead snap?"(13:45) Rookie QBs: Why do people say Anthony Richardson should play but Will Levis should sit?(18:10) Titans: How long is Ryan Tannehill's leash this season?(20:55) 49ers: If Brock Purdy can't start Week 1, will Sam Darnold start over Trey Lance?(29:35) DeAndre Hopkins: Is he going to stay with the Cardinals?(32:25) Contenders: What team that missed the playoffs last year will make it this year? What Super Bowl hopeful has the biggest Achilles' heel?(40:15) Boring draft? One homie may not have watched Chris' tipsy barn show.(44:35) Raiders: Will Jimmy Garoppolo be an upgrade for Josh McDaniels' offense?(49:15) 2024 Draft: Who stands out when Chris was scouting 2023 prospects? And should teams tank for Caleb Williams?(53:50) Seahawks secondary: This group is just stacked right now.(56:35) QB stats: Are there any specific ones that Simms pays attention to?(1:00:30) Patriots: Is Chris still a believer for Mac Jones?(1:07:05) Jets: Do they still like Zach Wilson? What can we realistically expect from Aaron Rodgers?(1:16:30) Saints: Will rookie RB Kendre Miller a big role this season?(1:18:30) Veteran RBs: Will Kareem Hunt, Leonard Fournette, or Ezekiel Elliott find landing spots?(1:20:45) Coaching Phillip: How does Chris approach teaching football to his son?
5/8/2023 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 37 seconds
2023 Rookie Predictions: This year's Brock Purdy?
(2:50) Aaron Rodgers: The new Jets QB is living it up in New York.(6:30) Who is this year's...Kenny Pickett? CJ Stroud & Bryce Young can hit the ground running.(12:00) ...Brock Purdy? Clayton Tune has a foreseeable path to starting this season.(16:20) ...Kenneth Walker? Bijan Robinson is great, but don't sleep on Zach Charbonnet either.(22:15) ...Tyler Allgeier? Roschon Johnson could impress Bears coaches immediately.(27:15) ...Isiah Pacheco? Izzy Abanikanda & Sean Tucker could be contributors down the stretch.(29:35) ...Garrett Wilson? Jordan Addison & Zay Flowers lead a group of potential WR2s.(33:10) ...George Pickens? Marvin Mims & Cedric Tillman could turn heads in training camp.(40:10) ...Chig Okonkwo? Michael Mayer is a perfect fit for Josh McDaniels, and Dalton Kincaid will be big for Josh Allen.(45:30) Offensive Rookie of the Year odds: Chris likes a few longshot bets.(47:50) Who is this year's...Aidan Hutchinson? Jalen Carter on the Eagles is unfair.(51:30) ...James Houston? BJ Ojulari & Byron Young can be impact situational pass rushers.(54:20) ...Quay Walker? Jack Campbell is gonna rack up the tackles for the Lions.(58:20) ...Sauce Gardner? Christian Gonzalez & Devon Witherspoon lead a stacked CB group.(1:01:40) ...Tariq Woolen? Garrett Williams & Christopher Smith are good late-round CBs.(1:04:10) ...Jaquan Brisker? Quan Martin & Jordan Battle can step in and start right away.(1:06:45) Defensive Player of the Year odds: Should Will Anderson Jr. be the favorite?
5/3/2023 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 47 seconds
2023 NFL Draft: Which Teams Won?
(4:10) Draft big picture: Did we see a Brock Purdy effect? Why were there so many trades?(13:30) Eagles: They are in a tier by themselves.(20:20) NFC odds: The 49ers QB is a mystery, and Vegas doesn't care.(23:00) Falcons: With a good running game, did they really need Bijan Robinson?(28:30) Packers: Ahmed is spreading false Lukas Van Ness narratives.(32:00) Steelers: Chris loves their "goons", even if he doesn't love Joey Porter Jr.(34:50) Seahawks: Seattle has "a bunch of psychos" in their secondary.(38:45) Titans: "This is a perfect spot for Will Levis."(42:20) Lions: Did they overdraft Jahmyr Gibbs & Jack Campbell?(47:50) Bills: Dalton Kincaid is a true weapon for Josh Allen.(51:50) Bears: "It made sense for how they want to play."(54:50) Bengals: Chase Brown could slide in quickly behind Joe Mixon.(57:25) Colts: "Anthony Richardson has to play. This second. Right now."(1:01:15) Raiders: "Tyree Wilson was the top pass rusher on their board."(1:04:10) Giants: "I liked Deonte Banks more than Christian Gonzalez."(1:07:15) Buccaneers: Calijah Kancey can cause some diruption.(1:10:15) Cardinals: They are set up for 2024.(1:12:50) 2023 Draft Top 10 contest: One homie is getting some cash from Chris.
5/1/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 52 seconds
2023 NFL Draft Round 1 reactions
(2:20) Lamar Jackson: He gets PAID.(4:40) #1 Panthers: QB Bryce Young(8:25) #2 Texans: QB C.J. Stroud(12:15) #3 Texans: EDGE Will Anderson, Jr.(13:50) #4 Colts: QB Anthony Richardson(15:40) #5 Seahawks: CB Devon Witherspoon(17:40) #6 Cardinals: OT Paris Johnson, Jr. (20:20) #7 Raiders: EDGE Tyree Wilson(22:10) #8 Falcons: RB Bijan Robinson #8(24:45) #9 Eagles: DT Jalen Carter(27:10) #10 Bears: OT Darnell Wright(28:35) #11 Titans: G Peter Skoronski(30:30) #12 Lions: RB Jahmyr Gibbs(32:25) #13 Packers: EDGE Lukas Van Ness(35:00) #14 Steelers: OT Broderick Jones(36:45) #15 Jets: EDGE Will McDonald IV(39:10) #16 Commanders: CB Emmanuel Forbes(40:45) #17 Patriots: CB Christian Gonzalez(42:35) #18 Lions: LB Jack Campbell(44:20) #19 Buccaneers: DT Calijah Kancey #19(45:40) #20 Seahawks: WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba #20(47:05) #21 Chargers: WR Quentin Johnston(48:45) #22 Ravens: WR Zay Flowers(50:25) #23 Vikings: WR Jordan Addison(52:30) #24 Giants: CB Deonte Banks(54:25) #25 Bills: TE Dalton Kincaid(56:35) #26 Cowboys: DT Mazi Smith(58:50) #27 Jaguars: OT Anton Harrison(59:35) #28 Bengals: EDGE Myles Murphy(1:01:20) #29 Saints: DT Bryan Bresee(1:03:30) #30 Eagles: EDGE Nolan Smith(1:06:10) #31 Chiefs: EDGE Felix Anudike-Uzomah
4/28/2023 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 4 seconds
NFL Draft Prop Bets & Biggest Predictions
(1:20) GUEST: Jay Croucher comes on the set to talk about Will Levis Reddit rumors, odds for the 2nd and 3rd overall picks, and his favorite longshot bet.(28:55) Simms Top 10 contest: You can enter your draft predictions, and Chris has put up a big prize if you're right.(31:30) Mock Draft : Chris talks about some honorable mentions who almost made his mock draft and could go in Round 1.(35:10) Big Board: Who are Chris' Top 5 players in the draft, regardless of position?(43:45) Quarterbacks: How far could C.J. Stroud fall? Does Anthony Richardson need to play right away?(49:40) Offensive line: Could Peter Skoronski be an LT? Could the Giants or Raiders be targeting OL?(55:30) Defensive line: Could the Saints trade up for a DL? Could Lukas Van Ness fall?(1:00:00) 2024 QBs: Is Caleb Williams factoring into team strategies this year?(1:02:15) Trading up: Who is a candidate to trade back into Round 1 for a QB?(1:09:35) Biggest Draft Predictions: Ahmed and Chris go bold on Anthony Richardson, Bijan Robinson, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
4/26/2023 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 22 seconds
2023 Mock Draft: High floor or high ceiling?
(10:20) #1 Panthers: QB Bryce Young (Alabama)(13:00) #2 Texans: EDGE Tyree Wilson (Texas Tech)(15:30) #3 Cardinals: EDGE Will Anderson, Jr. (Alabama)(19:30) #4 Colts: QB Will Levis (Kentucky)(22:40) #5 Seahawks: DT Jalen Carter (Georgia)(25:15) #6 Lions: CB Devon Witherspoon (Illinois)(27:50) #7 Raiders: T Paris Johnson, Jr. (Ohio State)(31:30) #8 Falcons: QB C.J. Stroud (Ohio State)(39:50) #9 Bears: G Peter Skoronski (Northwestern)(42:15) #10 Eagles: RB Bijan Robinson (Texas)(45:15) #11 Titans: CB Christian Gonzalez (Oregon)(47:40) #12 Texans: QB Anthony Richardson (Florida)(50:15) #13 Jets: DT Calijah Kancey (Pittsburgh)(52:30) #14 Patriots: T Broderick Jones (Georgia)(54:50) #15 Packers: TE Dalton Kincaid (Utah)(57:00) #16 Commanders: TE Michael Mayer (Notre Dame)(59:00) #17 Steelers: T Darnell Wright (Tennessee)(1:01:30) #18 Lions: DT Mazi Smith (Michigan)(1:04:15) #19 Buccaneers: T Anton Harrison (Oklahoma)(1:06:00) #20 Seahawks: EDGE Nolan Smith (Georgia)(1:08:30) #21 Chargers: WR Zay Flowers (Boston College)(1:12:20) #22 Ravens: CB Deonte Banks (Maryland)(1:14:10) #23 Vikings: QB Hendon Hooker (Tennessee)(1:17:30) #24 Jaguars: DT Bryan Bresee (Clemson)(1:19:30) #25 Giants: CB DJ Turner (Michigan)(1:22:30) #26 Cowboys: C John Michael Schmitz (Minnesota)(1:24:10) #27 Bills: WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Ohio State)(1:27:50) #28 Bengals: RB Jahmyr Gibbs (Alabama)(1:30:15) #29 Saints: EDGE Lukas Van Ness (Iowa)(1:31:50) #30 Eagles: EDGE Will McDonald IV (Iowa State)(1:33:50) #31 Chiefs: EDGE Myles Murphy (Clemson)
(4:00) LB scouting: Like RBs, should teams stop drafting linebackers in Round 1?(11:30) #1 LB Daiyan Henley (Washington St): Chris' top LB is also a #1 press conference soundbite.(21:50) #2 LB Trenton Simpson (Clemson): "Sideline to sideline, he might be the best in the NFL."(30:00) #3 LB Jack Campbell (Iowa): "He's a pain in the ass in coverage."(38:20) #4 LB Henry To'oTo'o (Alabama): "Ballhawk. He ATTACKS."(45:00) #5 LB Ivan Pace, Jr (Cincinnati): "Whoa is he explosive."(51:30) Robin Hood LBs: Drew Sanders (Arkansas) & Owen Pappoe (Auburn) get honorable mentions.(55:50) Will Anderson, Jr: If he plays standup LB, where would he rank on this list?(57:10) Safety Scouting: The free safety/strong safety lines have been blurred.(1:02:00) #1 S Jartavius "Quan" Martin (Illinois): "He has AMAZING cover skills."(1:10:10) #2 S Sydney Brown (Illinois): "Can Illinois invite me to their school this year?"(1:17:05) #3 S Brian Branch (Alabama): "He's as good as it gets in slot coverage."(1:22:40) #4 S Christopher Smith (Georgia): "No one told him he's 192, he plays like he's 292."(1:27:10) #5 S Jay Ward (LSU): "True ballhawk, he's always around the ball."(1:30:45) Robin Hood S: Ji'Ayir Brown (Penn State) is a "poor man's Budda Baker."(1:33:30) Trey Lance trade talk: Him for Zach Wilson...who says no?
(5:20) Chris and Ahmed look back at some of the Big Butts who slipped through the cracks, Big Butt Busts, and explain the different roles and positioning of defensive linemen(27:00) #1 DT Jalen Carter (Georgia): “He is the best defensive player in the Draft.”(38:15) BetMGM 1st Defensive Player Drafted Odds: Should Jalen Carter be the first defensive player off the board? And could the Texans be the team that surprises with a defender at #2?(44:00) #2 DT Calijah Kancey (Pitt): “I watch him and think, there’s no way he didn’t work with Aaron Donald on that move. It’s Tasmanian devil type stuff”(54:45) #3 DT Bryan Bresee (Clemson): “He’s gonna be a force as an interior pass rusher”(1:03:00) #4 DT Mazi Smith (Michigan): “The big dancing bear of this draft, but too good of a player to not dominate more”(1:11:00) #5 DT Adetomiwa Adebawore (Northwestern): “His game is about explosion and disruption”(1:19:30) Robin Hood DT prospects: Keeanu Benton (Wisconsin), Zacch Pickens (South Carolina), Jaquelin Roy (LSU), Colby Wooden (Auburn), Byron Young (Alabama), Karl Brooks (Bowling Green)(1:28:30) Jalen Hurts contract extension: The Eagles extend their franchise QB. Now what will it mean for Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and Justin Herbert?
4/17/2023 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 8 seconds
2023 Draft OL Rankings + Will Anderson reactions
(1:20) Will Anderson: Did Chris just ignore his stellar 2021 tape?(15:45) OL Scouting: What makes a prospect a tackle or guard?(26:20) #1 T Darnell Wright (Tennessee): "Even when he loses, he wins."(32:20) #2 T Broderick Jones (Georgia): "He blocked someone into the kicking net."(36:00) #3 T Paris Johnson, Jr. (Ohio State): "His arms are down to the ground."(41:00) #4 T Anton Harrison (Oklahoma): "This is a franchise left tackle."(43:25) #5 T Blake Freeland (BYU): Is his weight a concern?(47:30) Dawand Jones (Ohio State): Why didn't he make Chris' Top 5?(50:10) #1 G Peter Skoronski (Northwestern): "He can play tackle, but he's a Pro Bowl guard."(55:55) #2 G Matthew Bergeron (Syracuse): "He's playing 1-on-1 basketball out there."(1:01:00) #3 G O’Cyrus Torrence (Florida): "He's like an O-lineman that would be cast in a movie."(1:05:50) #4 C John Michael Schmitz (Minnesota): "He's in a class of his own as a center."(1:10:00) #5 G Cody Mauch (North Dakota State): "Just not a lot of O-linemen move like him."(1:14:30) Honorable Mentions: Tyler Steen (Miami) & Steve Avila (TCU) get some love.
4/12/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 47 seconds
2023 Draft EDGE Rankings
(2:10) Power to the Sheeple: How does Chris feel about Kayvon Thibodeaux a year later?(13:10) EDGE scouting: Is this year's class better than last year's?(18:20) #1 EDGE Tyree Wilson (Texas Tech): Is he worthy of being the #1 defender off the board?(31:45) #2 EDGE Lukas Van Ness (Iowa): "His play strength is off the charts."(44:50) #3 EDGE Nolan Smith (Georgia): Does his size matter?(59:00) #4 EDGE Will McDonald IV (Iowa State): "He was totally out of position and he was still throwing people around."(1:05:50) #5 EDGE Will Anderson Jr. (Alabama): "Look at the film. Don't look at the numbers."(1:24:50) Robin Hood EDGE prospects: Zach Harrison (Ohio State), Myles Murphy (Clemson), Derrick Hall (Auburn), Felix Anudike-Uzomah (Kansas State), Byron Young (Tennessee), BJ Ojulari (LSU)(1:34:15) #AskMeAnything: What about Keion White (Georgia Tech)?
4/10/2023 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 59 seconds
2023 Draft TE Rankings
(2:30) TE Scouting: Simms & Connor discuss the balance between receiving skills vs blocking skills, and why the position is slow to develop in the NFL.(13:10) #1 TE Dalton Kincaid (Utah): “After the catch, he’s receiver-like. I wouldn’t be mad if someone took him in the Top 10.”(23:10) #2 TE Sam LaPorta (Iowa): “As the process goes on, it’ll be obvious how well-rounded and good of a football player he is”(30:55) #3 TE Michael Mayer (Notre Dame): “When he catches the ball, he wants to go to the house. He’s angry, he wants to run over people.”(39:20) #4 TE Josh Whyle (Cincinnati): “His route-running is off-the-charts good."(46:45) #5 TE Darnell Washington (Georgia): “If there’s gonna be a Gronk in this class, it’s gonna be this guy”(59:45) Robin Hood TEs: Brenton Strange (Penn St), Luke Musgrave (Oregon St), Luke Schoonmaker (Michigan), Tucker Kraft (South Dakota St), and Elijah Higgins (Stanford) are among the honorable mentions(1:20:00) Connor gives his Top 5 TEs(1:24:45) The guys compare notes on their Top 5 RBs calling back to Monday's pod
4/5/2023 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 42 seconds
2023 Draft RB Rankings
(3:45) Power to the Sheeple: Ahmed has a theory about good RBs seem "a dime a dozen."(15:45) RB scouting: Chris has changed the way he looks at speed for RBs.(21:30) #1 RB Bijan Robinson (Texas): Is he a better RB prospect than Saquon Barkley?(37:30) #2 RB Jahmyr Gibbs (Alabama): Why is he in the same tier as Bijan?(48:20) #3 RB Roschon Johnson (Texas): "He's an NFL starter. He just got stuck behind a stud."(59:10) #4 RB Sean Tucker (Syracuse): "A little ball of muscle."(1:06:40) #5 RB Chase Brown (Illinois): "He is all about violence and twitch."(1:12:50) Robin Hood RBs: Kendre Miller (TCU), Zach Charbonnet (UCLA), and Devon Achane (Texas A&M) are among the honorable mentions.(1:26:45) CB rankings reactions: Chris addresses concerns about about Devon Witherspoon's speed and CB Emmanuel Forbes' size.
4/3/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 6 seconds
2023 Draft CB Rankings
(3:10) Power to the Sheeple: Ahmed is upset that Chris was right about Jeff Okudah.(11:55) 2023 CB class: Is this the deepest one we've seen in a while?(14:00) #1 CB Devon Witherspoon (Illinois): "The most exciting film to watch that I can remember in a while."(26:35) #2 CB DJ Turner (Michigan): "I'm shocked he's so down the list for other people."(37:50) #3 CB Christian Gonzalez (Oregon): "There's not much to nitpick here."(46:00) #4 CB Deonte Banks (Maryland): "He's an island, shut down, man-to-man corner."(53:40) #5 CB Kelee Ringo (Georgia): "Nobody is gonna push this f*cker around."(1:04:00) Joey Porter Jr (Penn State): Why didn't he make the Top 5?(1:08:45) Robin Hood CBs: Cam Mitchell, Cam Smith, and Terell Smith get honorable mentions.(1:13:20) Simms WR rankings reactions: Where would Zay Flowers rank in last year's draft? And Chris gives his thoughts on Josh Downs, Cedric Tillman, and A.T. Perry.
3/29/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 22 seconds
2023 Draft WR Ranks + Lamar Jackson requests a trade
(6:15) Power to the Sheeple: Looking back at recent drafts, Chris explains why he missed on Garrett Wilson and hit on Justin Jefferson.(19:30) What does Chris look for in WRs?(24:30) #1 WR Zay Flowers (Boston College): "Pedal to the metal in everything he does."(37:30) #2 WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Ohio State): "Speed is not blazing, but his wiggle is INSANITY."(50:00) #3 WR Quentin Johnston (TCU): "We’re talking Tee Higgins-ish, but more explosive."(58:00) #4 WR Michael Wilson (Stanford): "This dude can cut on a dime. "(1:05:50) #5 WR Jalin Hyatt (Tennessee): "If you like speed, then you like Jalin Hyatt."(1:15:50) WR Honorable Mentions: Including Jordan Addison, Jonathan Mingo & Michael Jefferson(1:26:20) – Lamar Jackson requested a trade
3/27/2023 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 10 seconds
#AskMeAnything: QB Draft Rankings reactions
(7:30) Power to the Sheeple: What has draft consensus taught us in the past?(14:30) QB Traits: Accuracy, arm strength, running...who are the best and most concerning QBs in each category?(47:30) 2022 QB class: Is Hendon Hooker a better prospect than Kenny Pickett?(49:00) Bryce Young: Why doesn't he compare well to Kyler Murray?(55:00) CJ Stroud: Did he have many tight-window throws?(1:03:45) Hendon Hooker: Does Chris agree with Kurt Warner's critiques of him?(1:11:55) Anthony Richardson: Does he really have the highest ceiling in this class?(1:15:40) Dorian Thompson-Robinson: Don't sleep on his arm.(1:18:20) Will Levis: Are we overlooking his injuries and bad offense?(1:21:00) Jake Haener: Is he this year's Brock Purdy?(1:23:30) Max Duggan: "He can be a starting QB in the NFL one day."(1:24:40) Clayton Tune: "There's one thing that really bothered me about him."(1:25:45) Stetson Bennett: "His decision-making is not as good as I was expecting."(1:28:35) Tanner McKee: "There are some mechanics that are all over the place."(1:30:10) Lions: Is Hendon Hooker a good target for them?(1:32:20) Falcons: Is Atlanta a perfect match for Anthony Richardson?
3/22/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 19 seconds
2023 Draft QB Rankings
(2:30) QB Scouting: How have running QBs changed Chris' evaluations? What did he learn from Matt Corral?(14:10) QB #1 CJ Stroud (Ohio State): "I was BLOWN AWAY by his film."(29:45) QB #2 Bryce Young (Alabama): "He's a natural."(42:30) QB #3 Hendon Hooker (Tennessee): "What is there not to like?"(55:45) QB #4 Anthony Richardson (Florida): "Not as raw a prospect as you’re led to believe."(1:08:20) T-QB #5 Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA): "His arm is up there with the best in his class."(1:15:45) T-QB #5 Will Levis (Kentucky): "His 10 best throws are up there with anybody."(1:29:00) Max Duggan (TCU): An honorable mention, "his arm is more explosive than I gave it credit for."
3/20/2023 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Free Agency Team Stock + Darius Slay & Ezekiel Elliott cut
(3:30) Aaron Rodgers & Jets: Producer Pete's note: Whatever I type here, it will be outdated by the time you listen to this.(12:00) Darren Waller trade: How does he fit in the Giants offense? And why did the Raiders get rid of him?(22:40) Broncos: Sean Payton is paying to "rebuild Russell Wilson's psyche."(29:10) Falcons: Does Desmond Ridder & Taylor Heinicke mean they are set at QB?(34:35) Panthers: Andy Dalton "is perfect for that situation."(38:20) Darius Slay: The Eagles cut the star CB, and it's not for his tweets against Simms.(43:15) Bears: Is Justin Fields the best passer D.J. Moore has ever had?(48:10) Lions: Is David Montgomery a good fit with D'Andre Swift?(51:30) Vikings: "Byron Murphy is an upgrade over Patrick Peterson."(54:40) Browns: Dalvin Tomlinson helps a defense "that was way too small."(57:00) Texans: "I love Jimmie Ward. Kamikaze tackler."(59:40) Colts: Samson Ebukam is an "under-the-radar, really good signing."(1:01:00) Cowboys: They cut Ezekiel Elliott, and needed to trade for Stephon Gilmore.(1:04:05) 49ers: What does Sam Darnold mean for Brock Purdy? What does Javon Hargrave mean for Javon Kinlaw?(1:10:20) Chiefs: Chris isn't worried about their O-line, whether or not Orlando Brown returns.(1:12:40) Bengals: Should we be concerned they haven't signed anyone yet?(1:15:00) Bills: How much will they miss Tremaine Edmunds?(1:17:00) Dolphins: "David Long is a heat-seeking missile."(1:20:00) NFC North odds: The Lions are the favorite and Packers are the longshot. Is that correct?(1:22:50) Best Remaining Free Agents: Chris apparently had a Baker Mayfield premonition.
3/15/2023 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 23 seconds
2023 Free Agency LIVE show
(2:40) Bears sign LB T.J. Edwards: The Eagles lose an underrated piece of their defense.(9:30) Jason Kelce returns: Howie Roseman is downing tequila shots in celebration.(11:20) Broncos sign Jarrett Stidham: And Sean Payton also gets Russell Wilson some more protection. But why is Denver shopping his WRs?(19:15) 49ers sign Javon Hargrave: "The best pass rush in football gets better."(22:00) Broncos sign Mike McGlinchey: Denver gets "the best right tackle" in this class.(24:30) Austin Ekeler wants a trade: Is he still a good fit in Kellen Moore's Chargers offense?(26:20) Falcons: They trade for Jonnu Smith and add run-stopping DT David Onyemata.(30:10) Patriots re-sign CB Jonathan Jones: "A premier nickel corner."(31:30) Lions sign CB Cam Sutton: Does this affect their plans for the 6th overall pick?(34:15) Ravens cut Calais Campbell: Is this it for the Hall of Fame DL?(35:25) Dolphins trade for Jalen Ramsey: Chris invites Darius Slay & Quandre Diggs on the pod.(43:40) Lamar Jackson: Keep your eye on the Commanders.(48:00) Raiders sign Jimmy Garoppolo: And he reunites with Josh McDaniels.(51:25) Packers re-sign Keisean Nixon: The All-Pro returner stays in Green Bay.(52:15) Panthers: They sign DT Shy Tuttle, after a big move up for the #1 pick. Is CJ Stroud who they are targeting?(1:04:20) Dolphins sign Mike White: "He's one of the better backup QBs in the NFL."(1:05:25) Texans: They add backup QB Case Keenum & DE Chase Winovich.(1:07:30) Bills sign Connor McGovern: The guard can help an attitude change on Buffalo's offense.(1:09:00) Commanders: They add O-linemen Nick Gates & Andrew Wylie, plus Daron Payne gets paid.(1:11:30) Odell Beckham Jr: Does he have to give up on a multi-year deal?(1:14:00) Chiefs sign OT Jawaan Taylor: And it looks like Orlando Brown is out of Kansas City.(1:21:25) Jimmy G artist retires: But more importantly, Chris and Ahmed miss an obvious Shawshank Redemption reference.(1:26:00) Aaron Rodgers: He sure kept the Jets waiting.
3/13/2023 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 35 seconds
Lamar Jackson collusion? + Free Agency Preview
(3:30) Lamar Jackson: Will anyone give him a guaranteed contract? Why are some teams not even exploring it?(24:00) Jets, Patriots, Commanders, Titans: Could Lamar land with any of them?(36:40) Daniel Jones: Should the Giants have committed to him past this year? And could Odell Beckham Jr. be coming to New York next?(53:15) Aaron Rodgers: "I expect him to the Jets to happen in the next few days."(1:02:10) Packers: What holes do they need to plug in free agency?(1:10:30) Tua Tagovailoa: Should the Dolphins use the 5th-year option on him?(1:16:00) Geno Smith: Can the Seahawks stay competitive while paying him?(1:21:30) Derek Carr: Why should he be better with the Saints than he was with Josh McDaniels?(1:33:50) Free Agent WRs: Who will be this year's Christian Kirk?
3/8/2023 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 25 seconds
Saints sign Derek Carr + Combine Recap with Connor Rogers
(4:20) Combine value: What do coaches gain from being there?(8:50) BREAKING NEWS: Derek Carr signs with the Saints. How does he fit in New Orleans, and how does this affect the Jets and Panthers?(14:25) Lamar Jackson: Should the Ravens allow other teams to talk to him?(22:10) Daniel Jones: Would you rather have him or Kirk Cousins?(26:50) Franchise Tags: Josh Jacobs, Tony Pollard, and Evan Engram aren't going anywhere.(31:20) Combine Big Takeaways: Chris was wowed by the edge rushers and the QB who threw "the best, by far."(43:20) GUEST: Connor Rogers: Our new draft expert tells the story of Simms The Receptionist.(47:30) Cornerbacks: Christian Gonzalez, DJ Turner, Devon Witherspoon, Joey Porter Jr, and Deonte Banks headline a ridiculous CB class.(54:45) Safeties: Brian Branch is a CB who might be the best safety in this class. And Antonio Johnson, Ji'Ayir Brown, Sydney Brown, and Chris Smith make up a slower group.(58:25) Top Quarterbacks: The guys break down top picks CJ Stroud, Bryce Young, and Anthony Richardson, plus sleepers like Tanner McKee, Dorian Thompson-Robinson.(1:14:10) Defensive line: Will Anderson, Tyree Wilson, Nolan Smith, Calijah Kancey are all worthy of Ahmed's Big Butt Combine awards. Plus thoughts on Clemson's Bryan Bresee and Myles Murphy. (1:28:35) Bijan Robinson: He's a Top 5 prospect, but how far will he fall?(1:32:00) EDGE sleepers: BJ Ojulari, Keion White, Adetomiwa Adebawore, YaYa Diaby, Derick Hall, DJ Johnson, and Byron Young are all intriguing.(1:37:30) #1 pick odds: The guys are surprised by the current favorite.
3/6/2023 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 20 seconds
Combine interviews: Will Anderson, Andy Reid, Mike McDaniel and more
(2:30) Will Anderson, Jr.: The stud Alabama linebacker talks about potentially going #1 overall and when he knew he had Nick Saban’s respect.(15:40) Tyree Wilson: The Texas Tech passer rusher and Top 5 prospect says whether he’d rather sack Patrick Mahomes or be teammates with him.(25:50) Bryan Bresee: The defensive tackle describes how to run down the hill at Clemson without falling.(35:50) Andy Reid: The Chiefs coach talks about fish and chips, and tells us more about the play that helped win the Chiefs the Super Bowl. (47:40) Mike McDaniel: The Dolphins head coach comes in with swag and tells us why Tua Tagovailoa is taking jujitsu this offseason.
3/2/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 31 seconds
Simms 2022 All-Pro Team + Homies' Choice Awards
(2:55) Scouting Combine: Does it matter if coaches don't go?(10:30) Simms 2022 All-Pro Offense: Sounds like Chris has a clear-cut Top 4 for his summer QB rankings.(28:30) Simms 2022 All-Pro Defense: "Bobby Wagner is not a Second-Team All-Pro LB. The Rams told you that this week."(48:00) Ahmed's Under-Talked About Team: What QB makes the team (again)?(59:20) Peter Peter Peter Awards: We give some love to special teams standouts.(1:05:20) Big Butts of the Year: Who was the best DT and EDGE of the NFL this year?(1:11:00) 3rd Annual Homies' Choice Awards: Did Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl win the Damn! Okay...Performance of the Year?
2/27/2023 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 52 seconds
Deebo Samuel, Justin Jefferson, Garrett Wilson, CeeDee Lamb, Tee Higgins
(1:30) Deebo Samuel: "You still got that tattoo?"(12:00) Justin Jefferson: What was he thinking when Kirk Cousins threw short on 4th-and-8?(25:45) Garrett Wilson: "We'll stick by Zach no matter what."(35:30) CeeDee Lamb: "I don't think anyone deserves the criticism Dak gets."(46:50) Tee Higgins: What is his reaction when he sees trade rumors?(56:30) Homies' Choice Awards: Check our social media accounts (@CSimmsQB on Twitter, @simmsunbuttoned on Instagram) for a link on how to vote in our end-of-season awards. Polls close this weekend.
2/24/2023 • 58 minutes, 10 seconds
George Kittle, Josh Jacobs, Aidan Hutchinson, Isaiah Simmons, Shaun King
(1:45) George Kittle: The 49ers TE talks about the moment in training camp that Brock Purdy got his attention.(10:45) Josh Jacobs: The NFL's rushing leader wants to come back to the Raiders...with a catch.(22:10) Aidan Hutchinson: Does he hope Aaron Rodgers leaves the Packers?(33:40) Isaiah Simmons: The Cardinals LB/Safety talks about the team being too relaxed this season.(44:55) Shaun King: The former Buccaneers QB talks about what he said when they drafted Chris Simms.(55:50) Homies' Choice Awards: Check our social media accounts (@CSimmsQB on Twitter, @simmsunbuttoned on Instagram) for a link on how to vote in our end-of-season awards.
2/22/2023 • 56 minutes, 53 seconds
Brandon Marshall, Micah Parsons, Christian McCaffrey, Sean Payton
(1:50) Brandon Marshall: Simms' former teammate and "brother from another mother" sticks up for Lamar Jackson and players putting their contract before their team.(17:40) Micah Parsons: The Cowboys LB talks about defenders deserving MVP votes and "the two most hated people in Philadelphia."(28:50) Christian McCaffrey: The 49ers RB relives how he learned he was being traded from the Panthers and when he realized Kyle Shanahan is a genius.(43:00) Sean Payton: The new Broncos Head Coach talks about his year away from the game and what his approach will be to fixing Russell Wilson.(58:10) Homies' Choice Awards: Check our social media accounts (@CSimmsQB on Twitter, @simmsunbuttoned on Instagram) for a link on how to vote in our end-of-season awards.
2/20/2023 • 59 minutes, 15 seconds
Super Bowl LVII Film Review: Who's the MVP?
(5:50) 2 Stats and a Lie: How many snaps did Kadarius Toney play in the Super Bowl?(9:20) Eagles O vs Chiefs D: Jalen Hurts shined, but Steve Spagnuolo's risks paid off.(39:10) Chiefs O vs Eagles D: Did Patrick Mahomes have all wide open throws? And did the field affect the Eagles pass rush?(1:03:30) Small balls & Gronk: We divert into nerf footballs and Gronk learning who Simms was.(1:09:20) Big Butt Awards: The Chiefs stars on the D-line stepped up.(1:14:30) Homies 2022 Playoff Predictions: We announce the 18 of you who correctly picked Chiefs over Eagles.
2/15/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 20 seconds
Super Bowl LVII recap: Chiefs are champs again
(4:45) Patrick Mahomes: "It might be the best QB season in the history of the NFL."(13:00) AJ Brown: "I went uh-oh. That was the perfect defense and they still got a touchdown."(15:50) Jalen Hurts fumble: "They had total control."(25:35) Mahomes' ankle: Did the long halftime help him?(30:10) Eagles D-line: How Mahomes stopped them from playing like they wanted to.(33:05) Jalen Hurts: "Maybe his best throw of the season."(36:00) Motion: As we told you, the Eagles could not handle the Chiefs motion.(47:05) Andy Reid: Big Red shined, but how much credit does Eric Bieniemy deserve?(54:00) James Bradberry hold: Was it a fair call?(1:02:50) Slippery field: "Maybe it doesn't have to be about how the grass looks."(1:09:20) Next Super Bowl odds: Who are the favorites to lift the trophy next year?(1:15:45) Requiem for a Team: Our final eulogy of the season goes to the Eagles.
2/13/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes
Super Bowl LVII Props with Matthew Berry & Jay Croucher
It's a bonus Super Bowl mini episode, as Chris (@CSimmsQB) and Mike (@ProFootballTalk) join forces with the GREAT Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) and Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) to do a Prop Bets Draft with their best angles for Chiefs-Eagles.
2/10/2023 • 10 minutes, 19 seconds
Super Bowl LVII Pick: "There's Tuco Salamanca!"
(4:20) Underdog angle: Which team can play the "Nobody believes in us!!!" card?(7:45) Key matchups: Chris is wowed by the number of factors that could decide the game.(15:25) Picks: "The Eagles are the better team."(19:00) MVP Drought: Recent history is not on Patrick Mahomes' side.
2/8/2023 • 23 minutes, 31 seconds
Super Bowl LVII Preview: "Don't smoke at halftime"
Note: This episode was taped last Wednesday.(1:20) Chiefs vs Eagles in 2021: Did KC's victory last season reveal anything?(5:05) Eagles offense: "This is one of the most overpowering O-lines I've ever seen."(14:10) Chiefs defense: "I think they have enough depth and size."(28:20) Chiefs offense: "You're Patrick Mahomes. If you don't attack their ass I'll be mad at you."(38:55) Eagles defense: Can they shut down the Isiah Pacheco like the Bengals did?(46:30) True or False: The Chiefs have the 3 best players in this game.(51:10) Travis Kelce hook-and-ladder: Ahmed is excited about the rugby revolution again.(55:10) Chiefs uniforms: We're rooting for the all whites.
2/6/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 35 seconds
Tom Brady retires + Sean Payton to the Broncos
(3:45) Tom Brady retires: How shocked were you by this news?(18:30) 49ers QB: With Brock Purdy's injury and Brady out of the picture, what's next for San Francisco?(22:00) Broncos hire Sean Payton: Can he fix Russell Wilson?(33:50) Texans hire DeMeco Ryans: Can he get Houston back on track?(38:25) #AskMeAnything: We answer your questions on Frank Reich, Bills weapons, and Aaron Rodgers to the Jets.(54:15) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: It's a sweep for one of the Super Bowl teams.(58:15) Super Bowl MVP odds: Should Jalen Hurts be favored over Patrick Mahomes?(1:02:15) Homies Playoff Predictions: 24 homies nailed a Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl.
2/1/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 55 seconds
Conference Championship Recap: Eagles & Chiefs headed to Super Bowl LVII
(5:40) Bengals-Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes is still the king, and KC got awful chippy after hearing the Bengals talk trash all week.(20:15) Inside the Cincy struggles and controversial late-game penalties.(43:00) 49ers-Eagles: Lots of "What Ifs" after Brock Purdy's injury leaves the Niners without a QB(1:08:25) Requiem For a Team: We say goodbye to the 2022 49ers & Bengals.(1:11:10) Super Bowl LVII odds: BetMGM Sportsbook has the Eagles as the early favorites over the Chiefs
1/30/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 40 seconds
Conference Championship Picks: "We were the epitome of moderation!"
(9:55) 49ers at Eagles(31:45) Bengals at Chiefs(53:20) Best Bet
1/26/2023 • 57 minutes, 26 seconds
Conference Championship Preview: "My butt is on the fence"
(5:00) Bengals at Chiefs: How much will Patrick Mahomes mobility matter? Are the Bengals being overhyped?(45:40) Big Butt Awards: Two Defensive Player of the Year finalists were amazing in the Divisional Round.(51:45) 49ers at Eagles: Who has the advantage in the trenches? (1:16:45) Highest Scoring Team Odds: Who will put up the biggest number this Sunday?(1:21:15) Homie Playoff Predictions: Many of you went down with the Bills, plus one homie was higher on the Jags than all of us.
1/25/2023 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 32 seconds
Divisional Round Recap: "Where can I get that coat?"
(5:50) Bengals def. Bills: Josh Allen's shoulder could only carry Buffalo so far. And Joe Burrow is "the best zone QB in football."(28:10) Chiefs def. Jaguars: Patrick Mahomes' injury showed us "the team is real." And Ahmed has a prediction about the 2023 Jaguars.(46:40) 49ers def. Cowboys: Kyle Shanahan "waited out" the Cowboys. And Chris once again finds himself defending Dak Prescott.(1:05:15) Eagles def. Giants: Philadelphia outclassed New York, and Brian Daboll knew it. Should the Giants bring Daniel Jones back?(1:20:25) Requiem For a Team: Ahmed helps us say goodbye to the Giants, Cowboys, Jaguars, and Bills.(1:24:20) Super Bowl odds: The books have it as a near toss-up between the final four teams.(1:29:10) Chris' coat: Simms had a bunch of fashion admirers this Saturday.
1/23/2023 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 57 seconds
Divisional Picks: "That's your bedroom!"
(3:30) Jaguars at Chiefs(20:20) Giants at Eagles(32:00) Bengals at Bills(37:00) Cowboys at 49ers(42:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/19/2023 • 45 minutes, 54 seconds
Divisional Round Preview: "I won't get run over by a ref again"
(3:30) Cowboys def. Buccaneers: Tom Brady looks done in Tampa, and the Cowboys look like a contender again.(13:00) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed leads our goodbye to the 2022 Bucs(14:30) Cowboys at 49ers: Which roster is more talented? And Simms clarifies his Brock Purdy/Mac Jones comparison.(30:50) Giants at Eagles: Which side of the ball does Philly have the bigger advantage with?(50:15) Big Butt Awards: This week's trophy goes to players from the Giants & Dolphins.(55:10) Jaguars at Chiefs: Chris talks about some of the questions he'll ask Andy Reid in tomorrow's interview.(1:14:45) Bengals at Bills: Buffalo gets a big boost from some Cincinnati injuries.(1:24:00) Highest Scoring Team: Who has the best odds to put up the highest score this weekend?(1:26:50) Homie Playoff Predictions: A surprising amount of you had the Bucs in the final four.
1/18/2023 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Wild Card Recap: Giant upset + Jags come back
(3:00) Giants def. Vikings: "Did Minnesota not think Daniel Jones can scramble?" And Simms doesn't like the Kirk Cousins pile on.(25:10) Jaguars def. Chargers: Trevor Lawrence dodges the Simms Curse. And does Brandon Staley deserve to be fired?(46:50) Bills def. Dolphins: "Nobody is scared of the Buffalo receivers."(58:50) Bengals def. Ravens: All of a sudden, Cincinnati has major concerns. And the Lamar Jackson-Baltimore marriage feels like it might be coming to an end.(1:12:40) 49ers def. Seahawks: Has Brock Purdy already won the starting job for next year? Should Seattle run it back with Geno?(1:23:30) Requiem for a Team: We say goodbye to the Seahawks, Chargers, Ravens, Dolphins, and Vikings.(1:29:00) Cowboys-Buccaneers: Chris thinks Tampa poses problems for Dallas.
1/16/2023 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 59 seconds
Wild Card Picks: "You like-a da Kirk-a Cousins?!?"
(7:20) Seahawks at 49ers(19:45) Chargers at Jaguars(28:35) Dolphins at Bills(32:30) Giants at Vikings(44:25) Ravens at Bengals(50:00) Cowboys at Buccaneers(58:55) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
1/13/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 27 seconds
Wild Card Preview: "They deserve one of those Unbuttoned T-shirts"
(4:20) Seahawks at 49ers: Geno Smith & the Seattle offense has to change this time.(25:20) Big Butt Awards: The Seahawks & Colts get an elephant trophy in the final week of the regular season.(29:05) Giants at Vikings: Were both teams too pass-happy last time around?(39:00) Cowboys at Buccaneers: What has changed since Tampa's Week 1 win?(54:00) Chargers at Jaguars: "In totality, LA is probably better. But it's a matchup league."(1:01:15) Dolphins at Bills: Tua Tagovailoa is out. Why doesn't the Miami offense work without him?(1:07:55) Ravens at Bengals: Lamar or no Lamar, can Baltimore slow down Cincinnati like they did last week?(1:15:40) Wild Card Passing Props: Who will throw for the most yards this weekend?(1:19:25) Homie 2022 Playoff Predictions: We have some shout-outs for those of you who nailed your picks.(1:24:00) Requiem for a Team: We bid farewell to the Steelers, Packers, Patriots, Lions, and Titans.
1/11/2023 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 29 seconds
NFL Week 18 Recap: Lions send Pack home + Damar Hamlin love
(:40) Lions def. Packers: Aaron Rodgers falls short, and Ahmed could talk about it forever.(15:20) Seahawks def. Rams: The Geno Smith comeback arc is complete.(21:15) Bills def. Patriots: Damar Hamlin and the Buffalo players have us all emotional.(29:45) Bengals def. Ravens: Joe Burrow is smoking, and will we see Lamar Jackson this Sunday?(37:30) Dolphins def. Jets: Miami makes the playoffs, but needs Tua Tagovailoa or Teddy Bridgewater back.(45:05) Chiefs def. Raiders: Patrick Mahomes is your 2022 MVP.(50:45) Jaguars def. Titans: (The other) Josh Allen comes through, but let's give Mike Vrabel credit.(55:10) Steelers def. Browns: Mike Tomlin deserves all the respect.(59:50) Broncos def. Chargers: Does Brandon Staley deserve criticism for playing his starters?(1:06:15) Eagles def. Giants: Philly locks up the 1 seed, but are they the best team in the NFC right now?(1:10:40) Commanders def. Cowboys: Dak Prescott is struggling, but Chris is more concerned about the Dallas defense.(1:15:50) 49ers def. Cardinals: Chris feels better about San Francisco's QB now than he did last January.(1:20:10) BREAKING NEWS: Kliff Kingsbury & GM Steve Keim are out in Arizona.(1:24:05) Texans def. Colts: Did Lovie Smith deserve to be fired?(1:28:55) Vikings def. Bears: Chicago locks up the #1 overall draft pick.(1:32:35) Falcons def. Buccaneers: Tampa Bay "is still dangerous" heading into the playoffs.(1:34:45) Panthers def. Saints: Can you name one play from this game?(1:38:10) Wild Card Favorites: Chris gives his thoughts on the opening lines for this weekend.
1/9/2023 • 1 hour, 43 minutes
NFL Week 18 Picks: "You'd be Scrooge McDuck right now!"
(5:15) Saturday: Chiefs at Raiders(10:25) Titans at Jaguars(15:40) Sunday: Patriots at Bills(18:30) Jets at Dolphins(21:30) Browns at Steelers(24:50) Ravens at Bengals(28:45) Vikings at Bears(30:35) Buccaneers at Falcons(31:55) Panthers at Saints(32:20) Texans at Colts(33:40) Chargers at Broncos(35:35) Giants at Eagles(37:45) Cowboys at Commanders(39:40) Cardinals at 49ers(41:05) Rams at Seahawks(45:00) SNF: Lions at Packers(50:25) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/5/2023 • 53 minutes, 7 seconds
Damar Hamlin thoughts + Week 18 Preview
(2:00) Damar Hamlin: A horrible moment rocked us all, but is also showing how football brings us together.(12:00) Bills-Bengals: "I don't want to see them replay this game."(15:00) Lions at Packers: What's changed for Aaron Rodgers since his Week 9 Detroit meltdown?(26:50) Titans at Jaguars: Will Trevor Lawrence or Derrick Henry be more unstoppable?(36:30) Jets at Dolphins: Mike McDaniel might have to play ugly to win this one.(43:15) Patriots at Bills: "Against Josh Allen, New England needs to force the issue."(49:25) Ravens at Bengals: Can Baltimore limit Joe Burrow again? Chris isn't so sure.(56:00) Browns at Steelers: Pittsburgh might need to "sell out" vs Nick Chubb.(59:10) Chiefs at Raiders: "I believe this is an offense that has a lot of confidence in Jarrett Stidham."(1:01:40) Giants at Eagles: This is as good a matchup as Philly could want for the #1 seed. (1:04:00) Cowboys at Commanders: Don't get greedy, Dallas D.(1:05:50) Vikings at Bears: Some breaking news makes this a LOT easier for Minnesota. (1:07:20) Rams at Seahawks: Can LA pull off the upset it just missed a few weeks ago?(1:09:15) 49ers: Should they be rooting to face the Packers, Lions, or Seahawks in the Wild Card?(1:11:40) Comeback Player of the Year: It's a 3-man race for a weird award.(1:14:45) Big Butt Awards: Aidan Hutchinson & Christian Barmore take home the elephant trophy.(1:20:20) Homies 2022 Predictions: Only 13 of you smart beautiful people had the Giants making the playoffs.
1/4/2023 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 38 seconds
Week 17 Recap: Packers are alive, Steelers never die, and the G-Men are in
(05:50) Vikings-Packers: Holy crap, Green Bay controls its own destiny, even though you can’t technically control your own destiny(12:25) Bears-Lions: Like we always thought, Detroit is in the playoff mix on the final week of the season(18:00) Browns-Commanders: The loss that should relegate Carson Wentz to a backup QB. And the first of 5 requiems, as the Commanders are laid to rest(25:10) Jets-Seahawks: Geno Smith gets his revenge, while Simms pinpoints the moment where the season went downhill for the Jets, who miss the playoffs for the 12th straight season(35:50) NFC #7 seed: The rookie who will make the difference in determining the final playoff spot(37:15) Dolphins-Patriots: Damn! Okay to Kyle Dugger, whose pick-6 turned the game around(43:05) Steelers-Ravens: Damn! Okay to Mike Tomlin & Kenny Pickett. The Steelers never die. And how did they run on the Ravens?!(49:30) AFC #7 seed: Why Simms thinks that the Pats, Dolphins, and Steelers could all lose in Week 18(51:50) 49ers-Raiders: Despite the win, why did the 49ers D get diced up by Jarrett Stidham? Plus, Ahmed lays the Raiders to rest, and suggests a wild-yet-strangely-on-brand idea for Josh McDaniels future(59:40) Saints-Eagles: What happened to the Eagles offense on Sunday?(1:07:00) Panthers-Bucs: Tom Brady & Tampa flip the switch … again. And why it’s unfair to criticize the Panthers for leaving Evans 1-on-1(1:15:00) Colts-Giants: Daniel Jones had a great day on the field, but showed why he’s the man for something he did after the game as the Giants clinch(1:18:55) Broncos-Chiefs: Another weird performance for Mahomes, and why he’s like the Sundance Kid(1:21:40) Jaguars-Texans: Jacksonville has some mojo and can play with anyone(1:24:45) Rams-Chargers: Give Me The Headlines presented by Hyundai – “Whose house? Bolts house!” Meanwhile, the Chargers D is rounding into form(1:28:30) Cardinals-Falcons: “For the birds”(1:30:15) Bills at Bengals: BetMGM Parlay Preview - Despite Allen & Burrow, it could be a defensive game tonight
1/2/2023 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 39 seconds
NFL Week 17 Picks
(3:10) Cowboys at Titans(6:20) Dolphins at Patriots(9:25) Saints at Eagles(13:25) Colts at Giants(17:15) Browns at Commanders(21:20) Bears at Lions(23:50) Panthers at Bucs(27:05) Broncos at Chiefs(30:05) Jaguars at Texans(33:55) Cardinals at Falcons(35:10) 49ers at Raiders(37:40) Jets at Seahawks(41:45) Vikings at Packers(46:35) Rams at Chargers(49:05) Steelers at Ravens(51:20) Bills at Bengals(54:40) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
12/29/2022 • 56 minutes, 25 seconds
Wk 16 Film Review & Wk 17 Preview: Josh Allen vs Joe Burrow
(3:45) Dolphins at Patriots: Can Mac Jones handle the Dolphins blitz? Can Teddy Bridgewater get it done?(28:00) Panthers at Buccaneers: Can Tampa shut down the hot Carolina run game? (41:40) Jets at Seahawks: Mike White is back, and Geno Smith is out for revenge.(48:35) Offensive Rookie of the Year: In a wide-open race, should Garrett Wilson be the favorite?(52:50) Vikings at Packers: Aaron Rodgers doesn’t pump fake anymore. And can Green Bay stop Justin Jefferson?(1:03:00) Big Butt Awards: Danielle Hunter and Chris Jones get some love for their tushes.(1:09:20) Steelers at Ravens: “This could come down to that one crucial turnover.”(1:13:00) Bills at Bengals: It’s Josh Allen vs Joe Burrow, but take the under?(1:23:45) Homies 2022 Playoff Predictions: 3 homies could still correctly predict all 8 division winners.(1:26:10) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed buries the Colts, Falcons, and Browns.
12/28/2022 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 3 seconds
NFL Week 16 Recap + Broncos fire Nathaniel Hackett
(5:25) Cowboys def. Eagles: Can Philadelphia win the Super Bowl with Gardner Minshew?(15:30) Vikings def. Giants: Can Minnesota keep winning 1-score games?(23:30) 49ers def. Commanders: “Kyle Shanahan is my Coach of the Year right now.”(33:50) Chiefs def. Seahawks: Did Geno Smith have a bad game or is the KC defense rounding into form?(39:15) Packers def. Dolphins: “Like Santa, Tuanon disappears after Christmas.”(46:25) Bills def. Bears: Josh Allen finally gets help from the run game.(52:00) Bengals def. Patriots: Is Cincinnati the most complete team in the AFC?(58:00) Ravens def. Falcons: The Baltimore defense is stepping up.(1:02:00) Steelers def. Raiders: On Franco Harris’ night, this ending was meant to be.(1:08:55) Buccaneers def. Cardinals: Tom Brady leads another late comeback, which might not be a good thing.(1:13:25) Panthers def. Lions: Ahmed is already steeling himself for Detroit disappointment.(1:19:50) Texans def. Titans: Derrick Henry + defense is no longer the recipe for Tennessee.(1:25:50) Jaguars def. Jets: Is the Zach Wilson era over in New York?(1:34:40) Saints def. Browns: Deshaun Watson is still not Deshaun Watson.(1:38:00) Rams def. Broncos: The shoe finally drops for Nathaniel Hackett.(1:43:00) Chargers-Colts MNF Preview: LA can clinch, but it won’t be easy.
12/26/2022 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 36 seconds
NFL Week 16 Picks: "Merry Christmas! $#!tter was full!"
(3:10) TNF: Jaguars at Jets(6:10) Bills at Bears(9:35) Falcons at Ravens(13:00) Bengals at Patriots(16:30) Seahawks at Chiefs(19:30) Giants at Vikings(23:35) Lions at Panthers(26:25) Saints at Browns(30:40) Texans at Titans(35:30) Commanders at 49ers(39:00) Eagles at Cowboys(42:25) Raiders at Steelers(46:35) Christmas 1pm: Packers at Dolphins(49:45) Christmas 4pm: Broncos at Rams(50:20) SNF: Bucs at Cardinals(51:10) MNF: Chargers at Colts(53:40) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/22/2022 • 56 minutes, 17 seconds
Red Flags for Contenders + RIP Franco Harris
(3:45) Franco Harris: "He couldn't have been a nicer human being."(7:45) Super Bowl odds: "The Bills are the favorite? I almost fell off my chair."(10:20) Bills: Who is their best defensive player?(18:40) Dolphins: How did they defend Josh Allen?(29:50) Chiefs: How did they almost lose to the Texans?(40:50) Bengals: "They could be the best team in the AFC top to bottom."(48:45) Ravens: Is it just a matter of Lamar Jackson getting healthy?(54:15) Eagles: Do they even have a weakness?(1:01:30) Cowboys: "Dak Prescott was better last week."(1:12:45) Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence is making this offense dangerous.(1:17:10) Vikings: How is their record this good with such a bad defense?(1:23:25) 49ers: Is their defense too Nick Bosa-centric?(1:27:20) Seahawks: Geno Smith hung in their under pressure vs San Francisco.(1:29:20) Homie Playoff Predictions: How many of you had the Rams in the playoffs?(1:33:15) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed gives a biased eulogy for the Rams.(1:34:30) Big Butt Awards: JJ Watt & Kayvon Thibodeaux get the elephant trophy.
12/21/2022 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 19 seconds
NFL Week 15 Recap: "What are they doing??!!"
(4:30) Raiders def. Patriots: Jakobi Meyers makes all-time mistake, and we still aren't sure Keelan Cole was in.(15:15) Jaguars def. Cowboys: Trevor Lawrence is finally controlling his fastball.(22:30) Chargers def Titans: Should Mike Vrabel have gone for two?(28:15) Giants def. Commanders: Terry McLaurin's ref story doesn't add up.(44:45) Lions def. Jets: Detroit calls the perfect "oh sh!t" play.(52:30) Bengals def. Buccaneers: Tom Brady is battered by a "fairly tough defense."(58:30) Chiefs def. Texans: Patrick Mahomes sets another record.(1:01:45) Eagles def. Bears: "Justin Fields is the most exciting player in football."(1:07:30) Vikings def. Colts: "This game felt like NFL Blitz."(1:14:25) Bills def. Dolphins: "Tua answered some questions for me."(1:19:00) Browns def. Ravens: Can this defense carry Baltimore?(1:22:25) Steelers def. Panthers: "This game was made for Pittsburgh."(1:27:10) Saints def. Falcons: "I feel the need, the need for Shaheed."(1:29:30) Broncos def. Cardinals: "This is where I feel bad for Russell Wilson."(1:31:00) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed lays the 2022 Cardinals to rest.(1:33:30) Rams-Packers MNF Preview: Chris is threading the needle.
12/19/2022 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 42 seconds
NFL Week 15 Picks: "Look away! Look away!"
(3:00) TNF: 49ers at Seahawks(6:30) Sat: Colts at Vikings(10:30) Sat: Ravens at Browns(14:05) Sat: Dolphins at Bills(17:50) Steelers at Panthers(20:50) Eagles at Bears(24:20) Chiefs at Texans(26:55) Cowboys at Jaguars(30:15) Falcons at Saints(32:25) Lions at Jets(36:40) Cardinals at Broncos(39:40) Patriots at Raiders(43:00) Titans at Chargers(45:40) Bengals at Buccaneers(48:40) SNF: Giants at Commanders(51:45) MNF: Rams at Packers(54:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
12/15/2022 • 56 minutes, 34 seconds
Week 14 Film Review: “I’m From New Joisey!”
(4:25) Justin Herbert: "I didn't give him credit for the pressure he was under."(15:15) Tua Tagovailoa: Mike McDaniel needs some new answers.(26:20) Brock Purdy: "His scrambling is an advantage they didn't have before."(40:45) Dak Prescott: Chris has concerns. "I know what he's capable of."(53:45) Ravens offense: "When they're healthy, they can run on anyone."(1:01:00) Homies Playoff Predictions: 95% of you had the Eagles in the postseason.(1:02:50) Jets: Zach Wilson moves up the QB depth chart.(1:09:40) Panthers: How did they beat up on the Seahawks?(1:21:00) Division Dark Horses: Which non-favorites could steal a title?(1:24:30) Big Butt Awards: Ahmed gives the elephant trophy to a stout Eagles & Bengals defender.
12/14/2022 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 24 seconds
NFL Week 14 Recap: "It's Twitter! It's always a ****storm!"
(3:35) Chargers def. Dolphins: Justin Herbert shines, while Tua Tagovailoa is floundering.(17:30) 49ers def. Buccaneers: "Brock Purdy looks like he belongs."(25:45) Chiefs def. Broncos: Patrick Mahomes keeps making magic (and mistakes?).(32:45) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed lays the Broncos to rest(34:35) Eagles def. Giants: Jalen Hurts is officially the MVP favorite.(44:30) Lions def. Vikings: How is Jared Goff playing the best football of his career.(54:50) Panthers def. Seahawks: "Carolina is playing better than the Tampa Bay Buccaneers."(1:01:15) Bills def. Jets: Buffalo's D is still scary even without Von Miller.(1:07:45) Ravens def. Steelers: Mitchell Trubisky's biggest mistakes came at the worst times.(1:13:25) Bengals def. Browns: Joe Burrow finally wins the "Battle of Ohio."(1:17:15) Cowboys def. Texans: Dallas avoids disaster, but Dak Prescott looks shaky.(1:22:10) Jaguars def. Titans: Trevor Lawrence has arrived.(1:27:10) Patriots-Cardinals MNF Preview: "If New England can't run tonight, they're in trouble."
12/12/2022 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 50 seconds
NFL Week 14 Picks: "It's not like I look like a hobo!"
(4:20) TNF: Raiders at Rams(8:30) Jets at Bills(13:15) Browns at Bengals(15:20) Texans at Cowboys(19:00) Vikings at Lions(23:35) Eagles at Giants(27:45) Ravens at Steelers(30:50) Jaguars at Titans(33:10) Chiefs at Broncos(35:50) Panthers at Seahawks(39:55) Buccaneers at 49ers(48:05) SNF: Dolphins at Chargers(53:10) MNF: Patriots at Cardinals(55:25) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/8/2022 • 57 minutes, 10 seconds
Week 13 Film Review + Von Miller out for season
(3:00) Joe Burrow: "He's a cheat code. He has an answer for everything."(15:30) Patrick Mahomes: "The Bengals defense has no weakness."(26:55) Tua Tagovailoa: "I have NEVER seen the 49ers defense exposed like this."(43:00) Brock Purdy: How big of a downgrade was he from Jimmy Garoppolo?(53:15) Defensive Player of the Year odds: Should Micah Parsons be clear ahead of Nick Bosa?(55:55) Big Butt Awards: We get some kickass music to intro Chandler Jones & Christian Wilkins.(1:00:55) Jalen Hurts: "There was a lot of big-time high-level reads."(1:09:30) Mike White: Is there anything Zach Wilson could do better than him?(1:15:25) Von Miller: How much does his loss hurt the Bills' Super Bowl chances?(1:17:50) Tyler Huntley: "He looks like one of the best backups in football."(1:22:05) Sour Rankings: What fan bases should be the most depressed about their team?(1:28:35) Requiem For a Team: Ahmed is too happy to bury the Bears.
12/7/2022 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 52 seconds
NFL Week 13 Recap + Panthers cut Baker Mayfield
(0:45) BREAKING NEWS: Baker Mayfield is cut by the Panthers. Is he headed to San Francisco next?(5:00) 49ers def. Dolphins: With Brock Purdy in for Jimmy Garoppolo, can SF still win the Super Bowl?(19:10) Bengals def. Chiefs: Joe Burrow outduels Patrick Mahomes, again.(28:35) Vikings def. Jets: Is Minnesota's close game success more about luck or skill?(36:40) Eagles def. Titans: A.J. Brown gave his old team "a whupping."(48:50) Cowboys def. Colts: Is the Jeff Saturday experiment over?(56:50) Commanders tie Giants: New York and Taylor Heinicke trade some late-game heroics & mistakes.(1:02:25) Seahawks def. Rams: Geno Smith keeps making "high-level throws."(1:08:30) Packers def. Bears: Christian Watson...is so f*cking awesome!(1:15:30) Raiders def. Chargers: Davante Adams has helped give Las Vegas some playoff hope.(1:20:40) Ravens def. Broncos: Tyler Huntley saves the day after Lamar Jackson's injury.(1:25:45) Lions def. Jaguars: Jared Goff has guts now.(1:32:00) Steelers def. Falcons: Mike Tomlin's defense keeps bringing it.(1:37:20) Browns def. Texans: Deshaun Watson is rusty, but the Cleveland defense showed up.(1:39:10) Requiem For A Team: Ahmed buries the Texans.(1:40:20) Saints-Buccaneers MNF Preview: "Why would you feel comfortable about Tampa Bay?"
12/5/2022 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 14 seconds
NFL Week 13 Picks: "We got a lot of pride on this!"
(4:50) TNF: Bills at Patriots(9:30) Steelers at Falcons(13:30) Broncos at Ravens(18:40) Packers at Bears(20:50) Jaguars at Lions(23:35) Browns at Texans(26:45) Jets at Vikings(30:55) Commanders at Giants(34:30) Titans at Eagles(39:15) Seahawks at Rams(41:00) Chargers at Raiders(43:25) Dolphins at 49ers(46:25) Chiefs at Bengals(51:50) SNF: Colts at Cowboys(53:05) MNF: Saints at Buccaneers(55:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/1/2022 • 57 minutes, 49 seconds
NFL Week 12 Recap: "Jaxson De Ville is jacked!"
(4:30) Eagles def. Packers: Jalen Hurts brings the "tangible intangibles."(16:30) Aaron Rodgers goes down, but Jordan Love shows promise.(20:55) Jets def. Bears: Mike White lights it up. Has Zach Wilson played his last game for New York?(34:40) Bengals def. Titans: Joe Burrow gets "gutty" while Derrick Henry is stopped.(41:05) 49ers def. Saints: DeMeco Ryans leads "the best defense in football."(46:20) Commanders def. Falcons: Brian Robinson has a big game & a bigger hat.(52:30) Jaguars def. Ravens: Trevor Lawrence finally has his signature moment.(1:00:40) Chargers def. Cardinals: Justin Herbert saves LA (again).(1:06:55) Browns def. Buccaneers: Jacoby Brissett drops bombs & F-bombs.(1:14:20) Raiders def. Seahawks: Josh Jacobs goes for 300.(1:19:40) Dolphins def. Texans: Mike McDaniel is building his Coach of the Year case.(1:23:55) Chiefs def. Rams: Sean McVay gets injury added to insult.(1:28:05) Panthers def. Broncos: Russell Wilson is being mocked by opponents & yelled at by teammates.(1:34:40) Steelers-Colts MNF Preview: Chris likes Indy tonight.
11/28/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 28 seconds
NFL Week 12 Picks + Jets bench Zach Wilson
(4:50) Broncos at Panthers(7:45) Buccaneers at Browns (10:45) Ravens at Jaguars(12:50) Texans at Dolphins(15:50) Bears at Jets(21:40) Bengals at Titans(25:30) Falcons at Commanders(27:40) BREAKING NEWS: The Jets bench Zach Wilson(31:30) Chargers at Cardinals(34:35) Raiders at Seahawks(38:15) Rams at Chiefs(41:00) Saints at 49ers(43:30) SNF: Packers at Eagles(47:15) MNF: Steelers at Colts(50:10) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
11/24/2022 • 53 minutes, 5 seconds
Thanksgiving Picks: "Down the hachet!"
(1:55) Bills at Lions(9:10) Giants at Cowboys(17:10) Vikings at Patriots(23:30) Best Bet
11/23/2022 • 26 minutes, 28 seconds
NFL Week 11 Recap: "You complete me"
(4:10) Chiefs def. Chargers: Patrick Mahomes steals the show from Justin Herbert(16:50) Eagles def. Colts: Jalen Hurts puts the team on his...legs(25:10) Patriots def. Jets: Zach Wilson gives the wrong answer to a trap question.(39:30) Raiders def. Broncos: How did Davante Adams get so wide open?(48:05) Cowboys def. Vikings: Tony Pollard is one of the most electric RBs in the NFL.(53:10) Odell Beckham Jr: Chris predicts where he will go.(56:10) Commanders def. Texans: "This defense can keep them in it vs anybody."(1:00:50) Lions def. Giants: Aidan Hutchinson is rising in the Rookie of the Year race.(1:07:55) Bills def. Browns: Josh Allen finally got run game help.(1:13:40) Bengals def. Steelers: Joe Burrow is hitting his stride.(1:17:30) Ravens def. Panthers: Lamar Jackson did not look like himself.(1:20:25) Saints def. Rams: Andy Dalton brings Chris back in.(1:26:20) Falcons def. Bears: Cordarrelle Patterson ruins the Ditka bachelor party.(1:31:35) 49ers-Cardinals MNF Preview: Kyler or no Kyler, Chris like the Cards.
11/21/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 19 seconds
NFL Week 11 Picks: "Son's not home!"
(4:15) TNF: Titans at Packers(8:15) Bears at Falcons(11:10) Panthers at Ravens(13:35) Browns at Bills(17:00) Commanders at Texans(21:00) Eagles at Colts(24:50) Jets at Patriots(28:00) Rams at Saints(33:30) Lions at Giants(36:45) Raiders at Broncos(42:00) Cowboys at Vikings(45:50) Bengals at Steelers(48:50) SNF: Chiefs at Chargers(51:15) MNF: 49ers at Cardinals in Mexico(54:10) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
11/17/2022 • 57 minutes, 10 seconds
Week 10 Film Review w/ Tony Dungy
(2:15) Colts: Jeff Saturday simplified things.(13:30) Eagles: Is their run defense their kryptonite?(16:20) Vikings: Kevin O'Connell has brought a new attitude.(21:00) Bills: Do they need Odell Beckham Jr?(26:40) Dolphins: How can you stop this offense?(30:30) Chiefs: Isiah Pacheco is a sign of Kansas City's toughness.(37:00) Cowboys: Their small D-line is becoming a problem.(45:00) Seahawks: The Seattle D is missing a playmaker.(52:30) Buccaneers: Is their run game fixed?(55:15) Conference Champion odds: Don't sleep on the Titans.(1:00:00) Big Butt Awards: Denico Autry & Dexter Lawrence brought it last week.(1:04:10) Punt Awards: A clutch play from a Commanders flyer when they needed it most.
11/16/2022 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 59 seconds
NFL Week 10 Recap w/ Vikings Superfan Mike Florio
(1:15) Vikings def. Bills: Game of the Year(19:40) Packers def. Cowboys: Christian Watson has Simms smiling(30:40) Colts def. Raiders: Jeff Saturday shocks the NFL(40:00) 49ers def. Chargers: Damn! Okay Nick Bosa(51:10) Buccaneers def. Seahawks: Is an NFL Europe division coming?(58:10) Chiefs def. Jaguars: "Chris Jones has passed up Aaron Donald"(1:04:10) Giants def. Texans: "Sexy Dexy" Dexter Lawrence is a beast!(1:09:20) Dolphins def. Browns: Is Tua Tagovailoa getting too much credit?(1:15:50) Lions def. Bears: Justin Fields takes a heartbreaking loss.(1:20:45) Titans def. Broncos: Russell Wilson loses with a wristband(1:24:50) Steelers def. Saints: Why is Andy Dalton still starting?(1:30:00) Cardinals def. Rams: Should Aaron Donald wish he retired?(1:33:30) Commanders-Eagles MNF preview: Chris has a best bet tonight
11/14/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 21 seconds
NFL Week 10 Picks: "I drank from a New Jersey ravine"
(6:00) TNF: Falcons at Panthers(9:50) Seahawks vs Buccaneers in Germany(14:20) Vikings at Bills(19:30) Lions at Bears(21:40) Jaguars at Chiefs(24:20) Browns at Dolphins(28:00) Texans at Giants(30:15) Saints at Steelers(34:20) Broncos at Titans(37:00) Colts at Raiders(39:40) Cowboys at Packers(43:55) Cardinals at Rams(47:00) SNF: Chargers at 49ers(50:30) MNF: Commanders at Eagles(53:40) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
11/10/2022 • 57 minutes, 39 seconds
Week 9 Film Review + Top 5 Cornerbacks
(4:30) Bills offense: Contrary to popular opinion, Josh Allen needs another weapon.(15:25) Jets offense: "Zach Wilson can be an elite RPO quarterback."(22:25) Coach of the Year: Does Robert Saleh deserve it if the Jets make the playoffs?(25:50) Simms Top 5 Cornerbacks: Have the young guys like Sauce Gardner & Patrick Surtain leapt veterans like Jalen Ramsey?(56:00) 2 Stats and a Lie: Can you guess the wrong stat on pass defenses for the Chiefs, Jaguars, and Saints?(59:50) Chiefs offense: Maybe Patrick Mahomes misses Tyreek Hill now?(1:07:50) Titans offense: What happened to Derrick Henry in the 2nd half?(1:15:00) Big Butt Awards: Javon Hargrave & Matthew Judon take home the hardware this week.(1:18:30) Justin Fields: "He's the best running QB in football right now. I'm putting him ahead of Lamar Jackson."(1:27:30) Bengals offense: What did Cincy change to get Joe Mixon loose?(1:31:00) Peter Peter Peter Awards: A Buccaneers punter & Seahawks flyer get some love.
11/9/2022 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 31 seconds
NFL Week 9 Recap + Colts fire Frank Reich
(4:30) Chiefs def. Titans: "This might have been the first time I thought they miss Tyreek Hill."(17:30) Dolphins def. Bears: "His running is some of the best we've seen in the history of football."(26:10) Seahawks def. Cardinals: Should Pete Carroll be favorite for Coach of the Year?(34:30) Jets def. Bills: Is Sauce Gardner & DJ Reed the best CB duo in the NFL?(44:20) Lions def. Packers: "They're the leader of bad vibes."(51:15) Buccaneers def. Rams: "If they make the playoffs, I will say the F-word on this podcast."(59:15) Vikings def. Commanders: Damn! Okay Kirk Cousins, with his clutch throw and his shirtless plane ride.(1:06:20) Chargers def. Falcons: Dicker the Kicker was part of something the NFL hasn't seen in 98 years.(1:33:50) Bengals def. Panthers: "It won't take much for us to say 'The Bengals are unstoppable!'"(1:18:25) Patriots def. Colts: We made a Matt Judon song.(1:22:00) BREAKING NEWS: Why did the Colts fire Frank Reich now?(1:24:50) Jaguars def. Raiders: Vegas' collapses are reaching historic proportions.(1:31:05) MNF Preview Ravens-Saints: More rush yds - Lamar Jackson or Alvin Kamara?
11/7/2022 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 6 seconds
NFL Week 9 Picks: "The year of pasta & meatballs!"
(6:55) TNF: Eagles at Texans(13:30) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Chargers at Falcons(16:20) Dolphins at Bears(19:50) Panthers at Bengals(22:00) Packers at Lions(24:45) Raiders at Jaguars(29:40) Colts at Patriots(31:50) Bills at Jets(36:20) Vikings at Commanders(40:35) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Seahawks at Cardinals(44:10) Rams at Buccaneers(51:45) SNF: Titans at Chiefs(55:10) MNF: Ravens at Saints(57:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
11/3/2022 • 1 hour, 7 seconds
Trade Reactions & Midseason Awards with Phil Simms
(6:50) Trade Acquisitions: Who is this year's Von Miller, that could put a contender over the top?(15:50) Contenders with Bad Records: Who is this year's 2021 49ers?(18:20) Pretenders with Good Records: Who is this year's 2021 Cardinals?(22:40) Chris and Phil narrow down the teams who they think can actually win the Super Bowl. Do the Dolphins and Ravens make the cut?(32:50) Disappointing Teams: Is there any hope for the Rams, Buccaneers, and Packers?(46:00) Super Bowl Matchup: Who do Chris & Phil see playing in the big game at this point?(49:00) NFC West: Can the Seahawks hold on to win it?(58:50) MVP: Chris likes the favorite, but Big Phil picks a non-QB who has changed his team.(1:01:30) Are Josh Allen & Patrick Mahomes playing as well as they ever have?(1:06:20) After Allen and Mahomes, who is the next-best QB in the NFL?(1:09:15) Coach of the Year: Nick Sirianni is the favorite, but does Brian Daboll deserve it more?(1:12:10) Defensive Player of the Year: Is anyone up there with Micah Parsons?(1:15:30) Most Impressive Rookie: Sauce Gardner leads a group of great young corners.(1:21:30) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Even though he's gone, Ahmed still gets in some praise for Myles Garrett & Jeffery Simmons.
11/2/2022 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 30 seconds
NFL Week 8 Recap: "Trick or treat! I'm Ahmed Fareed!"
(6:00) Bills def. Packers: Green Bay ran the ball well...and lost.(17:20) 49ers def. Rams: "Christian McCaffrey is the decoy! Then he's the main-coy!"(25:40) Seahawks def. Giants: Geno Smith wins one for his former coach & GM.(34:25) Eagles def. Steelers: Did Chris expect the Philly pass game to be THIS good?(40:50) Cowboys def. Bears: "Zeke is not as good as Tony Pollard. Do you want to run for 5 or run for 45?"(46:30) Saints def. Raiders: Alvin Kamara was awesome, but should New Orleans still trade him?(52:10) Titans def. Texans: Derrick Henry ran it over and over, and Chris loved watching it.(55:40) Dolphins def. Lions: "Tua Tagovailoa is a wheeler and dealer."(1:01:15) Vikings def. Cardinals: How much does Chris believe in Minnesota?(1:07:00) Falcons def. Panthers: Did Atlanta deserve to win this game?(1:11:20) Patriots def. Jets: "The Empire Strikes Zach"(1:16:30) Broncos def. Jaguars: Russell Wilson took his high knees across the pond.(1:21:00) Commanders def. Colts: Scary Terry brought it for Halloween.(1:24:50) MNF Bengals-Browns: In the wake of Ja'Marr Chase's injury, Chris likes the over on a Cincy receiver.
10/31/2022 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 38 seconds
NFL Week 8 Picks: "Revenge of the nerds"
(5:20) TNF: Ravens at Buccaneers(10:15) LONDON: Broncos vs Jaguars(13:10) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Panthers at Falcons(16:00) Bears at Cowboys(19:15) Dolphins at Lions(23:10) Cardinals at Vikings(26:45) Raiders at Saints(30:00) Patriots at Jets(33:00) Steelers at Eagles(36:00) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Titans at Texans(38:20) Commanders at Colts(44:15) 49ers at Rams(47:00) Giants at Seahawks(51:15) SNF: Packers at Bills(53:20) MNF: Bengals at Browns(55:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
10/27/2022 • 57 minutes, 51 seconds
Week 7 Film Review: "But it looks good on you though"
(3:50) Chiefs offense: Is this the best they've ever looked?(13:50) 49ers offense: "Fake to Deebo, throw to McCaffrey. Fake to McCaffrey..."(26:50) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Chris Jones & Jaelan Phillips take home the big elephant(31:20) Bears offense: "How did this one-dimensional offense beat a D that looked elite?"(41:50) Patriots offense: "Bailey Zappe's TD was a worse throw than Mac Jones' INT"(50:30) Pete's "Peter Peter Peter" Awards: The Jets & Commanders get big plays from their punt team.(53:00) Zach Wilson: We give viewers a glimpse into Chris' cursive.(1:05:10) Trevor Lawrence: "He's missing the wow factor. He can make this throw."(1:10:30) Seahawks offense: "I watch them and can't help but think 'Was Russ holding them back?'"(1:22:15) Buccaneers defense: How did the once great Bucs front get shredded by the Panthers?(1:27:30) Stats...Truth or Lie? Ahmed gives some surprising numbers about the Colts, Raiders, Dolphins, & Chargers
(3:20) Chiefs def. 49ers: Is Patrick Mahomes actually BETTER without Tyreek Hill?(16:30) Panthers def. Buccaneers: Tom Brady's struggles were not the most surprising part of the Tampa loss.(24:00) Commanders def. Packers: "He's not going to win me back. They're not going to win me back."(32:30) Giants def. Jaguars: "The 5-legged beast of the East!"(47:10) Cowboys def. Lions: Dak is back, but the Cowboys didn't change. And that's good.(52:00) Dolphins def. Steelers: Noah Igbinoghene came up big, and Ahmed knows how to pronounce his name.(1:00:00) Bengals def. Falcons: "The Chris Simms high five curse has been lifted!"(1:05:30) Ravens def. Browns: Baltimore needs Gus Edwards to be their sledgehammer.(1:10:40) Jets def. Broncos: A bittersweet Damn! Okay for Breece Hall.(1:17:00) Seahawks def. Chargers: "There's nothing that Kenneth Walker can't do."(1:25:30) Titans def. Colts: Matt Ryan is "out to pasture."(1:31:00) Raiders def. Texans: Vegas is riding the hot hand with Josh Jacobs(1:35:40) MNF Bears-Patriots: Chris has a Best Bet tonight, and is Justin Fields' passing prop too low?
10/24/2022 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 48 seconds
NFL Week 7 Picks: "That photo's from 10 years ago!"
(3:50) TNF: Saints at Cardinals(8:00) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Browns at Ravens(10:50) Buccaneers at Panthers(13:30) Falcons at Bengals(16:15) Lions at Cowboys(18:40) Giants at Jaguars(21:20) Colts at Titans(23:15) Packers at Commanders(26:10) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Jets at Broncos(29:30) Texans at Raiders(31:25) Seahawks at Chargers(35:10) Chiefs at 49ers(37:35) Interlude: Simms has some green conspiracies about paper & cotton(43:00) SNF: Steelers at Dolphins(48:10) MNF: Bears at Patriots(52:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
10/20/2022 • 57 minutes, 24 seconds
Week 6 Film Review: "Simple" Packers & Allen vs Mahomes
(4:00) Chiefs offense vs Bills defense: "This was the first time in this matchup where the Bills could sit back."(15:40) Bills offense vs Chiefs defense: "They couldn't play coverage vs him like years past."(24:30) Falcons offense vs 49ers defense: "Arthur Smith is an unbelievable game manager.”(29:50) 49ers offense vs Falcons defense: “I have no problem with the way Jimmy Garoppolo played.”(35:40) Buccaneers offense vs Steelers defense: Chris throws cold water on the narrative of turmoil in the TB locker room.(44:30) Steelers offense vs Buccaneers defense: Mitchell Trubisky came up big vs the blitzing Bucs.(52:00) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Za'Darius Smith & Quinnen Williams take home the elephant butt trophy.(55:20) Jets defense vs Packers offense: "Sauce is the real deal." Plus we try to decipher Aaron Rodgers’ “simple” comments.(1:11:20) “Peter Peter Peter” Awards: Flyer of the Week Ja’Sir Taylor wins the game for the Chargers.(1:15:20) Browns offense vs Patriots defense: “They play like they’re the Greatest Show on Turf. They don’t know what they are.”(1:21:40) Patriots offense vs Browns defense: Bailey Zappe burned the Browns blitz.(1:27:00) Ravens offense vs Giants defense: “They ran the same run play…the whole game.”(1:31:50) Giants offense vs Ravens defense: Brain Daboll has “rewired” Daniel Jones.
10/19/2022 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 1 second
NFL Week 6 Recap: "It's for Chris Simms? Not worth it."
(4:00) Bills def. Chiefs: "It's Brady vs Manning, but with flair."(12:20) Eagles def. Cowboys: "They need Dak Prescott. We can stop the nonsense."(20:40) Steelers def. Buccaneers: Simms makes another foot kissing guarantee (who keeps asking for this?).(26:30) Jets def. Packers: It's time to throw respect on the young Jets defense.(32:30) Giants def. Ravens: "They just hang around. Hang around. Haaaaaaang around."(38:20) Falcons def. 49ers: Other than injuries, what's wrong in San Francisco?(44:00) Colts def. Jaguars: Damn! Okay Matt Ryan. Didn't someone call him frail?(50:00) Bengals def. Saints: What does Chris think of Ja'Marr Chase's route tree now?(56:20) Seahawks def. Cardinals: Kenneth Walker is a missed tackle machine.(1:00:20) Vikings def. Dolphins: "Za, Za, Za, Za'Darius"(1:05:10) Patriots def. Browns: "Zappe Hour"(1:11:00) Rams def. Panthers: "Here's To You, Mr. Robinson"(1:14:30) MNF Broncos-Chargers: The guys are big Joe Buck/Troy Aikman fans.
10/17/2022 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 23 seconds
Week 6 NFL Picks: "I got the black lung, Pop"
(3:10) TNF: Commanders at Bears(6:40) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: 49ers at Falcons(8:50) Patriots at Browns(11:15) Jets at Packers(15:00) Jaguars at Colts(17:50) Vikings at Dolphins(21:15) Bengals at Saints(23:45) Ravens at Giants(27:20) Buccaneers at Steelers(30:20) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Panthers at Rams(32:30) Cardinals at Seahawks(35:50) Bills at Chiefs(44:00) SNF: Cowboys at Eagles(50:30) MNF: Broncos at Chargers(53:10) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
10/13/2022 • 56 minutes, 19 seconds
Week 5 WTF Happened: "This is why you're the big butt expert"
(2:50) Ravens defense: Baltimore ditches the blitz, and Ja'Marr Chase's route tree is "simple and sh*tty."(19:30) Giants defense: "That's where Wink Martindale is a mastermind." And the Packers' dink-and-dunk offense flops.(35:30) Jets defense: How much praise do they deserve for beating a 3rd-string QB?(45:15) Saints defense: Is Geno Smith a better fit for the Seahawks offense than Russell Wilson? And Tyrann Mathieu doesn't want to tackle anymore.(56:20) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Baron Browning and some guy named Aaron Donald take home the elephant butt.(1:00:00) Cowboys defense: "Dan Quinn went to the lab, with a pen and a pad."(1:11:20) Defense Player of the Year odds: Should Micah Parsons be the clear favorite?(1:15:00) Lions-Patriots: Ahmed can't believe Chris made him talk about this game again. And why is Aaron Glenn's Detroit defense so bad? (1:22:20) Chargers-Browns: "If Cleveland had a passing game, they would have torched this defense."
10/12/2022 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 20 seconds
NFL Week 5 Recap + Matt Rhule fired
(5:30) Ravens def. Bengals: "It was actually a team win for the first time this year."(15:10) Eagles def. Cardinals: Philly is good, but they can still be better.(22:30) Cowboys def. Rams: "Matthew Stafford has no chance right now."(30:00) Giants def. Packers: "No way they are where they are without Saquon Barkley."(39:40) Jets def. Dolphins: "They're super talented, I don't care who is at QB."(46:00) Texans def. Jaguars: Is it time for Chris to self-scout himself on Derek Stingley Jr?(51:40) Bills def. Steelers: "You're playing Madden on rookie level."(57:40) 49ers def. Panthers: BREAKING NEWS, the Matt Rhule era is over.(1:04:40) Chargers def. Browns: "All week to come up with the perfect play, and here's a slant."(1:11:00) Titans def. Commanders: Ahmed proposes a new Carson Wentz nickname.(1:15:50) Saints def. Seahawks: Does Taysom Hill deserve another shot as starting QB?(1:21:30) Vikings def. Bears: "I'm not sure how good they are yet."(1:24:45) Buccaneers def. Falcons: "Nothing the passer!"(1:29:45) Patriots def. Lions: "Don't worry, be Zappe"(1:36:00) MNF Raiders-Chiefs: More rec yds...Davante Adams or Travis Kelce?
10/10/2022 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 58 seconds
Week 5 NFL Picks: "The edge I brought, holding the clipboard!"
(4:10) TNF: Colts at Broncos(7:20) LONDON: Giants vs Packers(10:15) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Steelers at Bills(14:00) Chargers at Browns(16:50) Texans at Jaguars(19:40) Bears at Vikings(23:20) Lions at Patriots(26:00) Seahawks at Saints(28:50) Dolphins at Jets(32:20) Falcons at Buccaneers(34:20) Titans at Commanders(35:45) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: 49ers at Panthers(40:00) Eagles at Cardinals(42:40) Cowboys at Rams(46:00) SNF: Bengals at Ravens(50:15) MNF: Raiders at Chiefs(53:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
10/6/2022 • 56 minutes, 14 seconds
Week 4 WTF Happened: Coach Dungy texts in
(4:10) Chiefs offense: "One of the best KC gameplans I've seen in a long time."(18:10) Broncos offense: Russell Wilson "is part of the problem."(27:45) Ravens offense: Are Baltimore's struggles due to poor scheme or poor talent?(36:15) Bengals offense: Chris is downright mad at the Cincinnati offense.(46:45) Tony Dungy: The Hall of Fame coach texts Chris while we're taping with some Chiefs thoughts.(48:40) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: Dexter Lawrence & Nick Bosa take home the big elephant butt trophy this week.(54:00) Eagles offense: The Philly O-line dominates again.(1:01:15) Jaguars offense: "Trevor Lawrence had the worst game he's had in a long time."(1:09:00) Colts offense: Do the problems go beyond Matt Ryan?(1:11:10) Titans offense: Why are they struggling in the 2nd half?(1:13:20) Cowboys: "Just stop with that Cooper Rush take. Stop."(1:17:30) Commanders: Who is more to blame: OC Scott Turner or DC Jack Del Rio?(1:18:40) Rams offense: “Allen Robinson is not the same guy anymore. He lost a gear.”(1:23:25) NFC West: Everyone is 2-2…who should be the favorite to win it?(1:30:10) Zach Wilson: Chris’ crush continues to grow.(1:34:10) Kenny Pickett: “He’s just a better natural QB than Trubisky.”(1:38:30) Punt Awards: Props for Bears punter Trenton Gill & Vikings flyer Kris Boyd.
10/5/2022 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 8 seconds
NFL Week 4 Recap: "I held a towel around a guy once"
(5:00) Chiefs def. Buccaneers: Did Andy Reid take playcalling duties from Eric Bieniemy?(17:10) Bills def. Ravens: "There's some teams that can adjust at halftime, and some teams that can't."(28:25) Eagles def. Jaguars: “I am wrong on Jalen Hurts.”(35:50) Packers def. Patriots: “They’re not going to win a Super Bowl this way.”(44:00) Vikings def. Saints in London: “The day of the shutdown corner is done.”(50:30) Titans def. Colts: “Tennessee’s offense is close.”(55:30) Chargers def. Texans: Damn! Okay…"This is the best Derwin James we’ve seen”(1:00:40) Raiders def. Broncos: Maxx Crosby is “by far” the best defender in Vegas.(1:04:40) Jets def. Steelers: “The juice Zach Wilson brings is tangible.”(1:11:10) Cowboys def. Commanders: “They may not have the best defense out there, but they may have the scariest.”(1:15:30) Giants def. Bears: “Legs! Legs is who they are!”(1:21:00) Seahawks def. Lions: "Let Geno Cook"(1:26:45) Cardinals def. Panthers: "We're Not in Oklahoma Anymore"(1:30:50) Falcons def. Browns: "Rush More, Pass Less"(1:33:15) MNF Preview - Rams at 49ers: Over or under for Cooper Kupp rec yds?
10/3/2022 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 2 seconds
Week 4 NFL Picks: "Best bets! (oh god)"
(2:20) TNF: Dolphins at Bengals(6:20) LONDON: Vikings vs Saints(10:50) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Browns at Falcons(15:20) Bills at Ravens(18:00) Commanders at Cowboys(20:20) Seahawks at Lions(22:40) Chargers at Texans(26:10) Titans at Colts(29:45) Bears at Giants(32:50) Jaguars at Eagles(36:20) Jets at Steelers(39:30) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Cardinals at Panthers(42:40) Patriots at Packers(44:50) Broncos at Raiders(47:40) SNF: Chiefs at Buccaneers(50:30) MNF: Rams at 49ers(52:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
9/29/2022 • 57 minutes, 20 seconds
Week 3 WTF Happened: "A big elephant butt!"
(3:15) Bills offense: After Josh Allen kept beating the blitz, Miami needs to "dial it back."(13:30) Dolphins offense: Tua Tagovailoa played tough, even though Buffalo "had a plan for the bullsh*t plays."(22:15) Ravens offense: "Because of Lamar Jackson, they're a pass-first team you have to play like a run-first team"(32:00) Patriots offense: After facing the shockingly weak Baltimore defense, how will New England adjust with Brian Hoyer?(40:30) Jaguars offense: Trevor Lawrence is taking a 2nd year leap in Doug Pederson's revamped offense.(54:05) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: The self-proclaimed D-line expert debuts his awards with Josh Allen & Grady Jarrett.(56:50) Chiefs offense: "You're not a running team. Stop pretending."(1:08:40) Packers offense: What happened to the Green Bay offense after the first couple drives?(1:17:50) Buccaneers offense: "It was a myriad of mistakes."(1:25:40) Pete's Punt Awards: Who was the best punter and flyer of the week?(1:28:50) Cowboys-Giants: Chris talks about his impressions of the Dallas and New York rosters after attending MNF.
9/28/2022 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 5 seconds
NFL Week 3 Recap: "Did you shower?"
(4:00) Dolphins def. Bills: Miami won the gotta-have-it plays, but is Chris worried about Buffalo?(17:35) Packers def. Buccaneers: Tampa's offensive struggles might not just be about injuries.(24:40) Eagles def. Commanders: "I should've had Jalen Hurts higher."(33:40) Colts def. Chiefs: "It's the same worries we've always had, Tyreek Hill or no Tyreek Hill."(41:10) Titans def. Raiders: Is Derek Carr to blame for Vegas' red zone woes?(46:00) Bengals def. Jets: Joe Burrow is slippery. And is Robert Saleh on the hot seat?(49:35) Panthers def. Saints: "Their offense sucks. It sucks."(54:25) Falcons def. Seahawks: "The stars in Atlanta are the coaches."(56:55) Broncos def. 49ers: "Jimmy G reminded us why they were in the QB market."(1:05:55) Ravens def. Patriots: If the season ended today, is Lamar Jackson the MVP?(1:11:00) Jaguars def. Chargers: Damn! Okay Devin Lloyd(1:17:40) Rams def. Cardinals: Kyler Murray is not happy with his receivers.(1:22:10) Vikings def. Lions: "The Wizard of Os-bourn"(1:27:10) Bears def. Texans: "The Show Must Roquan"(1:30:00) MNF Preview: Chris will be in the stands trying to will the Giants to victory.
9/26/2022 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 42 seconds
Week 3 NFL Picks: "First instinct! First instinct!"
(2:15) TNF: Steelers at Browns(7:00) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Saints at Panthers(11:15) Texans at Bears(13:40) Chiefs at Colts(17:00) Bills at Dolphins(20:30) Lions at Vikings(24:00) Ravens at Patriots(26:40) Bengals at Jets(28:45) Raiders at Titans(31:25) Eagles at Commanders(34:25) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Jaguars at Chargers(37:10) Rams at Cardinals(40:00) Falcons at Seahawks(42:20) Packers at Buccaneers(46:00) SNF: 49ers at Broncos(50:30) MNF: Cowboys at Giants(54:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
9/22/2022 • 57 minutes, 56 seconds
Week 2 WTF Happened: "I do have a man crush."
(6:10) Dolphins O vs Ravens D: "The best game Tua's ever played. There's no doubt."(19:30) Ravens O vs Dolphins D: "Lamar Jackson played an almost perfect game."(27:00) Bills O vs Titans D: "It's cheat code time. It's insane."(36:30) Titans O vs Bills D: "I don't look at Ryan Tannehill as the problem."(44:50) Chiefs O vs Chargers D: The Chargers D was aggressive...maybe too aggressive?(53:10) Chargers O vs Chiefs D: "They need to find a way to scare the defense."(58:50) Eagles O vs Vikings D: "Jalen Hurts is going in the right direction."(1:06:50) Vikings O vs Eagles D: "I like big butts and I cannot lie."(1:09:20) NFC Champion Odds: The public is catching up to how good the Eagles are.(1:12:00) Cardinals O vs Raiders D: "This is not who you are. Let's stop pretending."(1:18:00) Raiders O vs Cardinals D: How did Arizona shut down Davante Adams?(1:22:40) Colts O vs Jaguars D: "I can't overstate the ass-whupping this was."
9/21/2022 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 54 seconds
NFL Week 2 Recap: "TuAnon's Alive!"
(3:15) Dolphins def. Ravens: Will Chris finally tell Tuanon that he was wrong?(17:20) Cardinals def. Raiders: Kyler Murray is a magician.(23:30) Jets def. Browns: How did Cleveland lose this game?(30:10) 49ers def. Seahawks: The Jimmy Garoppolo era is back on.(39:10) Rams def. Falcons: "It's Rams f*ck up time."(44:10) Packers def. Bears: "Their entire offensive approach bothered me."(51:00) Lions def. Commanders: Damn! Okay Aidan Hutchinson(58:15) Cowboys def. Bengals: Was Cincinnati the most disappointing team of the week?(1:05:15) Jaguars def. Colts: Chris is worried about Matt Ryan's arm strength.(1:10:10) Buccaneers def. Saints: The fight that turned the game around.(1:16:20) Chiefs def. Chargers: The Kansas City offense bothered Chris again.(1:20:40) Giants def. Panthers: "When You Gano, You Gano"(1:26:00) Patriots def. Steelers: "The Full Nelson"(1:29:30) Broncos def. Texans: "Russ Against the Clock"(1:34:35) MNF Preview: Chris likes the Bills & the Eagles tonight
9/19/2022 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 8 seconds
Week 2 NFL Picks: All About the Dogs
(2:10) TNF: Chargers at Chiefs(7:00) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Dolphins at Ravens(12:40) Jets at Browns(16:10) Commanders at Lions(19:20) Colts at Jaguars(23:00) Buccaneers at Saints(26:45) Panthers at Giants(30:20) Patriots at Steelers(33:15) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Falcons at Rams(36:20) Seahawks at 49ers(39:40) Bengals at Cowboys(41:30) Texans at Broncos(44:10) Cardinals at Raiders(47:00) SNF: Bears at Packers(50:10) MNF: Titans at Bills(52:30) MNF: Vikings at Eagles(54:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
9/15/2022 • 57 minutes, 40 seconds
Week 1 WTF Happened: Bad Day for Burrow
(5:15) Bengals offense: Was this really a bad day for Joe Burrow? Is the O-line really improved?(18:20) 49ers offense: How harshly should we judge Trey Lance in a monsoon?(29:20) Packers offense: Was Aaron Rodgers too cautious (again)?(36:00) Vikings offense: How was Justin Jefferson so open so often?(41:10) Cardinals offense: "I don't know if there's rhyme or reason to it."(48:50) Chiefs offense: Patrick Mahomes' passes were NSFW.(56:30) Raiders offense: Davante Adams is a perfect fit for the Josh McDaniels offense.(1:04:15) Patriots offense: Things in New England may not be as bad as they seem.(1:12:40) Dolphins offense: Chris liked his first look at the Mike McDaniel Miami system. (1:16:45) Eagles defense: Simms sees some warning signs about their scheme.(1:22:15) Eagles offense: Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts "put you in a bind."
9/14/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 49 seconds
NFL Week 1 Recap: Big Comebacks & Big Debuts
(5:00) Steelers def. Bengals: "Pittsburgh won, but I feel better about Cincinnati."(17:30) Bears def. 49ers: "It was a monsoon. But you gotta play the best QB."(28:50) Giants def. Titans: "Saquon Barkley is back, everybody."(34:50) Chiefs def. Cardinals: Damn! Okay makes its return with a KC newcomer.(43:05) Chargers def. Raiders: Khalil Mack is The Closer.(50:50) Vikings def. Packers: "Damn! WTF were you thinking Green Bay?!"(55:15) Bills def. Rams: Did Matthew Stafford's arm motion look different to Chris?(1:00:00) Eagles def. Lions: Chris has praise for Jalen Hurts' deep ball.(1:04:40) Dolphins def. Patriots: "If Tua plays like he did yesterday, they're gonna be fine and dandy."(1:11:00) Buccaneers def. Cowboys: "When they can't run the ball, their offense gets exposed."(1:17:10) Saints def. Falcons: "Jameis Winston is learning how to play football in the NFL."(1:21:50) Colts & Texans tie: Is Houston better than we expected?(1:25:30) Commanders def. Jaguars: "It is hard to match up with those 3 guys at receiver."(1:29:50) Browns def. Panthers: "The Brissett, The Baker, The Long Field Goal Maker"(1:36:40) Ravens def. Jets: "No Money, No Problems"(1:42:00) MNF Preview: Can Russell Wilson's Broncos topple the 1st place powerhouse Seahawks?
9/12/2022 • 1 hour, 47 minutes, 13 seconds
Week 1 NFL Picks: "I'm not one to gloat"
(2:20) KICKOFF: Bills at Rams(7:45) SUNDAY EARLY GAMES: Saints at Falcons(10:50) Browns at Panthers(14:00) 49ers at Bears(17:10) Steelers at Bengals(20:10) Eagles at Lions(22:10) Colts at Texans(24:30) Patriots at Dolphins(28:00) Ravens at Jets(30:45) Jaguars at Commanders(33:30) SUNDAY LATE GAMES: Chiefs at Cardinals(35:40) Raiders at Chargers(38:00) Packers at Vikings(40:30) Giants at Titans(42:35) SNF: Buccaneers at Cowboys(46:15) MNF: Broncos at Seahawks(48:35) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
9/6/2022 • 53 minutes, 8 seconds
Throwing with Josh Allen: "You know I call you My Boy Blue right?"
(2:00) Little league sports: "Believe it or not, I was pretty small."(3:20) Mechanics: What did Josh change before his breakout season?(12:30) Scramble drills: "Do you ever throw balls blind?"(16:38) Workout regimen: "It's the best I've felt in a long time."(18:50) Throwing in bad weather(20:10) Critics: "Do you keep receipts?"(23:25) Sean McDermott: "When did you know he was all-in on you?"(27:50) Fame & trash talking with Tom Brady(32:20) Super Bowl favorites: "We don't care about that."
(6:00) Roster cuts: Chris tells us some cutdown day stories.(13:45) Jimmy Garoppolo: How did Chris know he was going to stay with the 49ers?(20:15) Kellen Mond: Was Chris surprised that the Vikings cut him?(23:50) Malik Willis: Will he start games this season?(28:30) Eagles-Saints trade: Why would New Orleans deal DB Chauncey Gardner-Johnson?(30:30) Kenny Pickett: Did the Steelers manufacture short throws to make him look better?(32:50) NFC East Win Totals: Chris is "over over over over" on 1 team.(42:30) NFC North Win Totals: The Lions & Bears could surprise.(55:50) NFC South Win Totals: Simms has concerns about the Buccaneers.(1:07:10) NFC West Win Totals: After winning it all, will the Rams even win their division?(1:17:20) NFC Playoff Predictions: A surprising 1 seed falls to Chris' favorite roster.(1:22:30) Super Bowl LVII Pick: "I'm kissing his butt royally lately."
8/31/2022 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 38 seconds
AFC Playoff Predictions & Win Totals + Jimmy G insurance for 49ers?
(8:20) 49ers: Chris is scared enough about Trey Lance that Jimmy Garoppolo is now looking like a good insurance option.(21:00) Bears: A homie calls Justin Fields "a stud." Does Simms agree?(24:00) Panthers: How does Baker Mayfield's "game-changing arm" look?(26:20) Seahawks: Did Drew Lock blow his last chance to be an NFL starter?(29:20) Jameis Winston: How healthy did he look in his only preseason appearance?(30:50) Lions: Has Dan Campbell wound them too tight this offseason?(33:30) AFC East Win Totals: Can the Bills clear the highest win total in the conference?(50:00) AFC North Win Totals: The Bengals won the AFC, but aren't even the favorite to win their division?(1:00:40) AFC South Win Totals: Vegas likes the Colts, but Simms isn't so sure.(1:11:45) AFC West Win Totals: Can the Chiefs still win the toughest division in football?(1:22:00) AFC Playoff Predictions: Who do Chris and Ahmed have in the AFC Championship?
8/29/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 50 seconds
Rodgers vs Mahomes + Top 5 NFL Rosters
(4:50) Buffalo: Chris recaps some of his trip to interview Josh Allen, including the dive bar he went to for wings.(14:50) Aaron Rodgers: Chris doesn't like Sammy Watkins talking him up over Patrick Mahomes.(30:00) Tom Brady: Will any of his teammates be upset that he took a break from training camp?(33:15) Tyron Smith: How much trouble are the Cowboys in after his injury?(36:10) Ravens: We hit on Tyler Huntley, Isaiah Likely, and the Greg Roman passing game.(43:10) Patriots offense: Why are they being so "weird" about the playcalling?(47:30) Jets: Does Sauce Gardner fit the Seattle scheme? Has Chris changed his outlook for Garrett Wilson?(49:50) 49ers: Chris isn't buying the latest Jimmy Garoppolo bluff. And why does everyone focus on Trey Lance's throwing motion?(54:20) Top 5 NFL Rosters (excluding QBs): The Bills are the Super Bowl favorites, but did they make either Chris or Ahmed's list?
8/25/2022 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 40 seconds
Preseason Week 2 Recap + Thibodeaux hit dirty?
(8:00) Scouting: What positions can you take the most away from in the preseason?(10:15) Kayvon Thibodeaux: Was the hit that injured him actually dirty?(17:00) Daniel Jones: Was Chris encouraged by his completion percent or discouraged by his INT?(21:10) Bills RBs: A three-headed monster is forming, but give credit to the Buffalo OL coach.(26:20) Patrick Mahomes: "He looks as good as ever. He's back."(29:20) George Karlaftis: Has he been the best rookie defender this preseason?(31:30) Commanders: Antonio Gibson has fallen out of the trust tree.(35:20) Justin Fields: "He looks good. There's no doubt."(37:15) Geno Smith: "The Seahawks are not going to be good. Geno Smith will not be the reason they are bad."(40:50) Charles Cross & Ickey Ekwonu: Why are the top rookie O-linemen struggling so much?(46:40) Matt Corral: "I'm gonna be wrong on him."(49:40) Malik Willis: "I've LOVED the way he looks. RIght now he looks like the Titans future."(56:00) Weed withdrawal: Chris gives a detox update.(59:40) Kenny Pickett: "I think they should go with him as the starter right now. But there's one issue."(1:04:20) Jaguars: The might be Chris' dark horse pick this season.(1:07:50) Texans: Davis Mills is underwhelming, but Derek Stingley Jr looks like he has "it."(1:11:00) Tua Tagovailoa: We are contractually obligated to give a Tua take.(1:15:30) Kellen Mond: After the Vikings traded for Nick Mullens, is Mond done?(1:18:10) 49ers: Javon Kinlaw could be breaking out. And the San Francisco rookies look ready to contribute.(1:21:00) Saints offense: Chris Olave was impressive. But Trevor Penning is concerning.
8/22/2022 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 10 seconds
Fantasy Football Advice with Matthew Berry
(2:45) Derwin James: Did the Chargers overpay for him?(7:40) Chiefs: What role will new signee Danny Shelton take? And Chris loves KC's rookie class.(15:40) Roquan Smith: Should he be paid among the other top off-ball LBs in the NFL?(17:40) Devin Bush: Should we be worried about the young Steelers LB?(21:00 ) Patriots secondary: Have they gone from a strength to a weakness?(26:50) Training Camp Fights: Chris tells the story of the best one he ever saw.(31:00) 49ers linemen: Drake Jackson is a perfect fit for the San Francisco defense.(32:30) Jets rookies: Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall look the part.(36:00) Eagles defense: Jordan Davis is "immovable," but Chris is still not sold on Nakobe Dean.(40:55) Giants: Is Kenny Golladay looking lazy in practice? Simms is not concerned about Evan Neal, but Kayvon Thibodeaux is a different story.(47:05) BREAKING NEWS: A Deshaun Watson settlement is reached(49:55) Aidan Hutchinson: "Am I watching TJ Watt here?"(51:25) GUEST: Matthew Berry: The fantasy football GOAT joins the set, and he has questions about Simms' look.(1:03:15) Christian McCaffrey: Should we be worried about his injury history?(1:06:20) Alvin Kamara: How high should he go if he's not getting suspended?(1:11:55) O-line: How much does it factor in an RB's fantasy production?(1:15:10) Antonio Gibson: How much will rookie Brian Robinson take from his workload?(1:19:00) Josh Jacobs: Is getting him in the 7th round a steal?(1:23:30) Davante Adams: Should we be down on him with the Raiders?
8/18/2022 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 58 seconds
Preseason Week 1 QB Reactions w/ Phil Simms
(6:00) Does Preseason matter? Big Phil talks about how preseason has changed from his days.(10:10) Zach Wilson: Chris is praying for a quick injury recovery, and Phil has heard some good things about Joe Flacco.(14:15) Jalen Hurts: While the Eagles "look the part," their QB's motion looks better.(16:30) Trey Lance: Is Chris buying the hype from his preseason debut?(23:10) Trevor Lawrence: "Stats lie. I thought he looked really good."(27:10) Justin Fields: "I thought it was a good start, but I'm still not sold on the motion."(33:10) George Karlaftis: The Chiefs 1st round rookie is using power-to-speed.(35:20) Kellen Mond: He's starting to show the potential that Chris loved pre-draft.(39:50) Seahawks QBs: Did the fumble cost Drew Lock his competition vs Geno Smith?(45:30) Steelers QBs: How impressive was Kenny Pickett's debut? And George Pickens looks like another PIT draft steal.(52:40) Panthers QBs: "I would name him the starting QB right now."(58:15) Sam Howell: "He's a poor man's Baker Mayfield."(1:01:15) Matt Corral: "He was my #1 guy, but I'm not in love with what I saw."(1:03:20) Malik Willis: Why did Mike Vrabel take him out mid-drive?(1:10:15) Desmond Ridder: "I think he threw better than I ever saw him throw it at Cincinnati."(1:16:20) Jordan Love: Would you take him in a start tomorrow over Kenny Pickett or Malik Willis?(1:23:10) Deshaun Watson: "He looks like he's 10 lbs too heavy."
8/15/2022 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 17 seconds
Training Camp fights + AFC Preseason Players to Watch
(3:30) Buy or Sell: Are training camp fights bad for teams?(13:40) One Player to Watch: Texans: Chris will be a focused on a rookie CB he was skeptical of.(18:15) Jets: Chris is not worried about Zach Wilson. He's looking at another 1st round pick.(21:40) Jaguars: "He has some Alvin Kamara-ish tools to him."(26:30) Steelers: "I'll be watching to see if he has his explosion back."(30:50) Patriots: Chris is hearing good things about Tyquan Thornton.(37:10) Raiders: Can a former 1st round pick prove he wasn't a reach?(41:20) Dolphins: O-line is a question mark, but Chris has high hopes for a young edge rusher.(46:50) Titans: What will we learn about Malik Willis this preseason?(51:30) Browns: There's one big question mark on Cleveland's roster (no, not QB).(53:50) Colts: An old draft crush still has "superstar talent."(58:00) Bengals: If Jackson Carman lives up to his potential, Cincy's O-line could go from weakness to strength.(1:01:40) Ravens: "They are a Super Bowl contender. But they need that go-to guy when you need a receiver to make a play."(1:05:40) Broncos: Ahmed has "a type" at defensive line.(1:08:30) Chargers: The offense is a given. But a newcomer will be crucial for LA's run defense.(1:12:45) Chiefs: "I think he was a very polarizing player in the draft."(1:17:15) Bills: "They need a guy who can end the game. They don't have that."(1:22:00) Simms Perfect 10 Winners: We welcome 3 loyal listeners to talk about how they correctly picked Chris Top 8 QBs.
8/10/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 49 seconds
NFC Preseason Players to Watch + Trevor Lawrence's warmup
(9:00) Trevor Lawrence: Chris feels better about Trevor Lawrence after watching his warmup in person. (18:05) Josh McDaniels: He has a "totally different vibe" this time around. But should he have played Josh Jacobs?(27:45) One Player to Watch: Falcons: One of the draft's most polarizing receivers is a focal point for Simms.(32:50) Seahawks: Kenneth Walker "has the chance to be a superstar."(36:55) Lions: Simms wonders if DJ Chark can be their #1 WR.(41:30) Bears: Justin Fields has the best QB coach he's ever had.(47:10) Giants: Chris gets fired up about a Daniel Jones "misfire" that's gone viral.(54:40) Panthers: All eyes are on Baker Mayfield.(59:40) Commanders: Chris hasn't given up on Curtis Samuel or Dyami Brown.(1:03:50) Saints: "They need a guy who can scare the sh*t out of you. I think he can be that guy."(1:07:50) Vikings: Did Minnesota improve their weakest position group?(1:12:50) Cardinals: "The freak in the middle. The pressure's on him."(1:15:15) Eagles: Chris and Ahmed are both pumped for Jordan Davis.(1:19:00) Cowboys: What edge rusher is most key for Dallas this season?(1:23:15) 49ers: All San Francisco fans are focused on the same guy.(1:26:00) Rams: Can Tutu Atwell be a key contributor this season?(1:28:45) Packers: What 1st round rookie could be a key contributor on one of the best defenses in the NFL?(1:33:00) Buccaneers: A sophomore could be the guy that puts the Buccaneers D-line over the edge.
8/8/2022 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 30 seconds
Hall of Fame stories with Tony Dungy
(3:00) Hall of Fame memories: Coach Dungy talks about how he turned Derrick Brooks, Warren Sapp, and John Lynch from backups to Hall of Famers.(12:40) HOF snubs: Coach names one former DB who doesn't get the Hall of Fame buzz he deserves.(15:00) HOF comparisons: What was the difference between Terry Bradshaw and Peyton Manning? Mean Joe Greene & Warren Sapp? Jack Ham & Derrick Brooks?(23:30) New coaches: What are the 5 things Coach told young players to avoid?(32:15) Coaching defense today: How much is today's practice rules hurting defenses?(34:40) Peyton Manning: Coach talks about the time his QB called the same play 12 times in a row.(42:45) Steelers: How would Coach handle Pittsburgh's QB competition?(44:45) 2022 Defenses: Which one does Coach think will take the biggest leap this season? (47:20) Tom Brady: What's the best way to stop the GOAT?(48:50) Tampa 2: Coach takes us through the history and evolution of his famous defense.
(10:10) Deshaun Watson: The 6-game suspension news this morning is not the end of this story.(19:30) Kyler Murray: What exactly goes into the process of watching film?(33:25) Deebo Samuel: Simms was not surprised by the deal, but he was surprised by the numbers.(38:40) DK Metcalf: "He's one of those guys you just don't let go"(40:30) Allen Robinson: Is he primed for a bounceback season? "No question."(43:20) Steelers QB: Will the Pittsburgh offense be better with Mitchell Trubisky than it was with Ben Roethlisberger?(50:00) RB backfields: Would Chris rather have a committee or a bellcow RB? And is Ezekiel Elliott still a "focal point" for the Cowboys?(54:50) O-line news: Tom Brady loses an important protector, while Patrick Mahomes gets one back.(1:00:10) All-Time Super Brawl: An ambitious homie sends us his all-time toughest QB/coach combos.(1:04:20) Favorite Alternate Helmets: The Bengals rebrand keeps winning over the guys.
8/1/2022 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 52 seconds
Julio to Bucs, Kyler's homework, Top 6 RB, & WWE's Angelo Dawkins
(8:45) Julio Jones: Where will he finish on the Bucs in receiving yards?(14:20) Kyler Murray: Are people overblowing his homework clause?(22:25) Lamar Jackson: He was asked about Simms in his press conference, and we hear the response.(27:40) Russell Wilson: Will he keep avoiding the middle of the field with the Broncos?(30:30) Seahawks: What would have to happen for them to make the playoffs?(32:50) Zach Wilson: Do his off-field exploits move him up the Simms Top 40?(36:40) Top 5 WR reax: Super-homie Tomas nailed Chris' list, and Simms explains more about his Davante Adams opinion.(41:20) Top 6 RBs: Both Chris and Ahmed give the best backs in the NFL right now.(1:09:00) GUEST - WWE Superstar Angelo Dawkins: The tag team contender joins us to give us his expert analysis of Ahmed's Super Brawl.
7/27/2022 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 1 second
Simms Top 5 WRs + #Dolphinon wins Super Brawl
(9:40) Simms Top 5 WR: With Madden ratings flying around, Chris names his Top 5 WR in the NFL right now. There's a new king of the hill.(54:10) Honorable mentions: Who was #6 on the list? And why did a big-time receiver (again) miss out on the list?(1:03:55) 2022 Receiving champ: Who would Chris bet on to lead the league in rec yards this season?(1:09:35) Super Brawl bracket recap: We had fun on Twitter with Ahmed's QB/Coach royal rumble, but not nearly as much fun as the Dolphins fans had.
7/25/2022 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 1 second
Interview with Joe Burrow: "Why are you not sweating and I am?"
Chris Simms traveled to Cincinnati to play catch with Joe Burrow. The Bengals superstar QB explains why he now throws with more power, why he once was preparing to become an investment banker, what's his approach to leading a locker room, and more.
6/21/2022 • 21 minutes, 8 seconds
Top 40 QB #AskMeAnything: "Here, Take My Incest Chickens"
(7:20) Is Josh Allen worthy of #1 even though his best moment came against a bad defense?(9:45) Who is a better running threat – Allen or Cam Newton from the mid 2010s?(12:00) Is Patrick Mahomes being graded overly harsh?(18:40) Who had the better first 2 seasons of their career – Andrew Luck or Justin Herbert?(22:40) Why Herbert over Joe Burrow?(27:00) Does anyone carry their team more than Aaron Rodgers?(32:20) A look at the MVP Odds powered by PointsBet(35:45) Did Chris have too much of a short-term memory when ranking Matthew Stafford at #6?(38:45) Why Tom Brady likely won’t crack Simms’ Top 5 ever again(40:30) Who benefits more from a new scheme – Russell Wilson or Derek Carr?(42:00) If Dak Prescott was on the Ravens and Lamar Jackson was on the Cowboys, who would be better off?(47:30) If you wanted to win a Super Bowl – would you rather have Kyler Murray or Mac Jones?(49:30) Has Simms given up on Kellen Mond?(50:55) For one game and one game only, would you take Ryan Fitzpatrick over any of the QBs from 21-40?(52:45) What was Simms’ favorite type of receiver to throw to?(54:15) Chris and Paul get into the weeds about QB shotgun stances(56:20) What are the similarities and differences between Josh McDaniels and Kyle Shanahan?(1:00:10) Who is your favorite non-football athlete?(1:05:00) If you could replay any game you've played in, what would it be?(1:07:30) Liam's wife Tara loves to rip on Simms
6/16/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 27 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #4-1 + Ahmed’s Super Brawl #10-1
(10:58) #4: Joe Burrow: “He went to the SB with the worst O-Line in the history of the sport”(25:27) #3: Justin Herbert: “Probably the best pure thrower of the football in the NFL”(38:22) #2: Patrick Mahomes: After back-to-back years as #1, why did Mahomes fall to #2?(54:36) #1: Josh Allen: “No one is asked to carry their team more on a weekly basis”(1:08:15) AFC Champion Odds: AFC is stacked, which team is the best value bet?(1:11:49) Simms Perfect 10: Find out the 3 winners(1:13:52) Ahmed’s Super Brawl: Top 10 revealed and there is a new duo taking over the #1 spot
6/14/2022 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 8 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #8-5 + Big Phil on Lamar Jackson
(8:30) #8 Tom Brady: "He is the GOAT. I've changed my stance."(22:45) #7 Russell Wilson: Will Nathaniel Hackett change his game?(33:15) #6 Matthew Stafford: "The guy who's always been a Super Bowl QB, and finally got a team to match."(46:00) #5 Aaron Rodgers: After a 2nd straight MVP, how did he fall out of the Top 3?(1:00:25) NFC Champion odds: Would you take the Bucs/Packers/Rams, or the field?(1:03:40) Phil Simms: The Big Effer joins us to talk about Tom Brady's arm, Lamar Jackson's weapons, the Eagles killing the offseason, and the Dolphins weak spot.
6/8/2022 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 57 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown #12-9 + Ahmed Super Brawl #11-20
(8:00) #12 Kyler Murray: “He runs like a slot receiver and can make all the throws. But in the pocket is still a question mark."(21:45) #11 Derek Carr: "He's become the ultimate sheriff. Tell me, what is the negative about Derek Carr?"(36:00) #10 Lamar Jackson: Chris is a fan, even when Lamar is angrily tweeting at him.(52:00) MVP redux odds: What former winner could do it again in 2022?(54:30) #9 Dak Prescott: "His toughness in the pocket is where he separates himself."(1:05:30) Simms Perfect 10: One QB busted 66%(!) of our entries.(1:07:00) Mailbag: Kirk Cousins vs Ryan Tannehill, Matt Ryan's ceiling, and does Chris evaluate QBs better than Nick Saban? (Yes he does)(1:15:00) Ahmed's Super Brawl: Another 10 duos in the Battle Royale are revealed, including last year's 32nd-ranked pair that made a huge leap.
6/6/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 42 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #16-13
(6:30) #16 Kirk Cousins: “The ultimate System QB … it’s the sexiness that lacks”(14:50) #15 Ryan Tannehill: “He plays within a system, but he can bring something to the system, too”(25:15) #14 Matt Ryan: “You don’t realize how good he is until you turn on the f***ing film”(33:15) PointsBet AFC South Odds: Simms isn’t quite the sure the current AFC South favorite deserves to be(37:00) #13 Deshaun Watson: “I don’t know what to make of him”(45:00) Mailbag: Does Daniel Jones have any elite trait? Will Tua make any sort of jump? How can Simms justify putting Wentz above Jimmy G? And how does Mac Jones not get dinged for a 4-pass game?
6/2/2022 • 56 minutes, 11 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #20-17 + Ahmed's Super Brawl
(3:45) Simms Perfect 10: We had a shockingly high number of people who tried to get into Chris' head.(8:00) #20 Jimmy Garoppolo: If he's a better QB than Trey Lance right now, why shouldn't the 49ers stick with him?(22:00) #19 Carson Wentz: He has Top 10 talent...But it's his last chance."(33:50) #18 Mac Jones: "Maybe the best rookie decision-maker I've ever seen."(48:20) #17 Baker Mayfield: "It's a game-changing arm." So why can't he find a team?(59:30) Homies mailbag: Where is the line in the Top 40 for QBs who can win the Super Bowl? And does Justin Fields remind Chris of Mitchell Trubisky?(1:08:30) Ahmed's Super Brawl Countdown: What QB/coach duos would be the worst in an all-out battle royale?
5/31/2022 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 19 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #25-21
(8:50) #25 Jalen Hurts: "I was wrong last year"(26:40) #24 Trevor Lawrence: "He made me say 'wow' the least out of the rookies"(36:15) #23 Justin Fields: "He basically said 'Chris Simms shut up, look at this.'"(44:40) #22 Zach Wilson: "He was managed the least out of these QBs"(58:50) #21 Daniel Jones: "When his team wasn't totally overwhelmed, he played pretty well"(1:14:40) Homies react to Top 40: Why didn't Jordan Love even get an honorable mention? And has Trey Lance's throwing motion changed?(1:22:45) Simms Perfect 10: Time to prove how well you know Chris
5/25/2022 • 1 hour, 28 minutes
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #30-26
(9:10) #30 Jared Goff: Should the Lions have gotten some competition for him?(19:45) #29 Tua Tagovailoa: Welcome to the countdown, TuAnon.(32:20) #28 Marcus Mariota: What does he have that Tua doesn't?(42:50) #27 Mitchell Trubisky: How did he move back into the rankings after not playing last year?(59:45) #26 Jameis Winston: "He showed us he's coachable and can play a different style."(1:08:20) Homies react to Top 40: Niners nation is not happy about Trey Lance being #31. And why is Davis Mills behind the other 2021 rookies when he outplayed most of them?
5/23/2022 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 16 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #35-31
(5:20) BREAKING NEWS: Eagles sign CB James Bradberry, and Chris is loving Howie Roseman's offseason.(10:00) #35 Davis Mills: "The Texans may have a diamond in the rough, and he deserves that shot this year to prove it."(18:10) #34 Tyler Huntley: "He's heading upwards and I could see him as a starter one day."(26:10) Honorable Mentions: Who was just outside the Top 40 bubble?(27:00) #33 Geno Smith: Why is he 7 spots higher than Drew Lock?(36:00) #32 Sam Darnold: Can we forget the narrative that the Jets held him back?(46:00) #31 Trey Lance: "I've very intrigued, he was one of the hardest players to place on this list."(58:30) Homies react: Would you take Gardner Minshew over Jared Goff? And where is "top backup" Blaine Gabbert?
5/18/2022 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 51 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: #40-36
(5:20) Simms Perfect 10 Last Man Standing: Rob, a teacher from Illinois, joins us to talk about how he nailed 7 of the Top 10 picks in the NFL draft, plus who he's betting on this coming season.(14:50) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: Chris explains the 4 categories that he focuses on for his rankings.(20:50) #40 Drew Lock: "He has the talent to be in the Top 15. But he's not in the trust tree."(27:20) #39 Kenny Pickett: "I have no doubt he is ready for the NFL." But is he a lock to beat out Mitch Trubisky?(35:45) #38 Teddy Bridgewater: "He is the ultimate backup. I would never want him starting for my football team."(43:15) #37 Gardner Minshew: "He has a leadership that is rare for a backup QB."(48:50) #36 Tyrod Taylor: "A really good arm, good athlete, but too careful at times."(56:40) What's more likely: Tua is benched for Teddy, or Danny Dimes is benched for Tyrod?
5/16/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 24 seconds
Top 40 QB Preview: "Screw off to the Stafford haters"
(10:00) 2021 Top 40 QB Review: Chris self-scouts himself and takes some victory laps on last year's rankings.(24:40) Rookies: How many will make the Top 40 this year?(32:00) Big Phil: The Big Effer is back to weigh in on Sam Darnold vs Matt Corral.(41:00) Joe Burrow, Matthew Stafford, & Justin Herbert: Who would Phil rank highest?(45:30) Ryan Tannehill: "Let's don't get carried away with this mentor thing."(52:45) Tom Brady: "Best of all time? I don't know how you can deny it anymore."(1:11:40) QB Props: Who are the best longshots to lead the league in pass yds & TD?After the pod, stick around for a special trailer of "In Their Court" a new NBC podcast that explores the evolution of Title IX through the eyes of one, pivotal sport: women’s basketball.
5/11/2022 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 2 seconds
#AskMeAnything: "I'm a cane guy now"
(7:15) 49ers: Is there any market left for Jimmy Garoppolo? And is Kyle Shanahan worried about Trey Lance?(15:00) Baker Mayfield: The Browns screwed him over. (19:30) Lions: "Yes, they will win a Super Bowl in the next few decades. Ok, maybe not win, definitely make it though."(23:00) Chiefs: Is an offense better with 2 elite targets or a room full of options?(30:50) Patriots: Is it concerning that they don't have an Offensive or Defensive Coordinator?(34:30) NFC East: Does Jerry Jones make it hard for the Cowboys to get a top-tier head coach? And could the Eagles, Giants, or Commanders take the division this year?(43:00) GM Simms: What positions would Chris invest in the most if he was running a team? And yes, kickers are people too.(48:10) QB preferences: Did Chris prefer play action from shotgun or under center? And would he rather have an uber-committed WR or an uber-talented WR?(55:40) WR scouting: What makes Ja'Marr Chase & Justin Jefferson successful? (59:00) Tyler Linderbaum: Are Garrett Bradbury's struggles a red flag for the Ravens rookie?(1:02:30) Best playcallers: What coaches are at the top of the league?(1:06:30) Draft scouting: Chris admits to the position he has the toughest time evaluating.(1:09:30) Sandwich strategy: What do you do with the end of the bread slices? And Ahmed has a dream.(1:13:20) Draft reflections: Are there any players Chris is higher on after he saw what team they've landed on? And what 2023 Draft QBs have already caught Chris' eye?(1:19:10) 2022 Predictions: Who are the Top 5 contenders in the AFC? And what bottom tier team could be this year's Bengals?(1:25:00) Misc: We're serious when we say Ask Me ANYTHING. Chris and Ahmed weigh in on weed, wiping, and pit stains.
5/9/2022 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 46 seconds
2022 Rookie Predictions + #AskMeAnything
(4:30) 2022 Rookie Predictions, Offense: Who will be this year's Ja'Marr Chase? Mac Jones? Javonte Williams?(26:00) 2022 Rookie Predictions, Defense: Who will be this year's Micah Parsons? Nick Bolton? Patrick Surtain?(40:50) Rookie of the Year Odds: Who is Chris' favorite bet on offense & defense?(47:20) #AskMeAnything: The guys crank through the mailbag. What teams has Chris' least favorite drafts? How did the Giants do? Will Matt Corral beat out Sam Darnold? What WR was the best fit for him team?
5/4/2022 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 15 seconds
2022 Draft Recap: "Magnum opus, that's a wine right?"
(4:00) Big draft themes: A historic Round 1, WRs going early, and a sad weekend for Chris' alma mater.(14:20) QBs fall: "The league didn't even know where these QBs were going to go."(24:20) Lions: Does Detroit believe in Jared Goff? And is Chris actually Brad Holmes?(33:00) Ravens: "Caw! All the biggest baddest mother f**kers come here! Caw!"(40:50) Chiefs: This may have been Brett Veach's "magnum opus," which is actually not a wine.(47:10) Jets: What does Breece Hall bring to the offense? And could New York compete for a playoff spot?(52:00) Eagles: "A.J. Brown changes your football team....They're in the leaderhouse in the NFC East."(57:15) Broncos: Beyond Russell Wilson, Denver also picked up some of Simms' favorite players in this draft.(59:40) Packers: Is Christian Watson much better than Marquez Valdes-Scantling? And Brian Gutekunst's 1st round was "f**king amazing!"(1:03:55) Colts: Indy might have gotten "one of the stars of the draft" in Round 2.(1:07:30) Jaguars: Simms didn't know we were filming his Travon Walker demo in the barn.(1:12:00) Titans: How can Tennessee manage without A.J. Brown?(1:19:15) Commanders: Despite not loving Jahan Dotson, Simms has some high praise for Percy Butler (that one homie did not understand).(1:23:30) Steelers: Can Mike Tomlin make Kenny Pickett a Top 5 QB?(1:27:20) 49ers: Does Tyrion Davis-Price impact Deebo Samuel's usage?(1:30:05) Patriots: Was Cole Strange really a huge reach?(1:34:45) Seahawks: They got "hands down the best RB in the draft."
5/2/2022 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 13 seconds
2022 NFL Draft 1st Round Recap
(2:00) Florio is surprised that Simms made it in time for the show after last night's festivities(4:30) One of the most eventful 1st rounds ever was highlighted by the Titans trading A.J. Brown to the Eagles(28:30) The Ravens traded away Hollywood Brown and Lamar Jackson seems miffed(37:30) The Falcons started a run on WR by drafting Drake London, followed by the Jets taking Garrett Wilson, the Saints picking Chris Olave, and the Lions trading up for Jameson Williams, who seemed upset his former Ohio St teammates went ahead of him(46:15) Aaron Rodgers says he's surprised about the Davante Adams trade; wonder what his reaction was to the Packers spending two 1st round picks on defensive players(58:30) Peter King, who was in Philly with the Eagles on Thursday, discusses the AJ Brown trade, and wonders why the Packers didn't trade up for a WR(1:08:15) The Steelers take a shot on their QB of the future with Kenny Pickett(1:22:00) It was a big night for NY with the Jets and Giants totaling 5 picks. But did the G-Men make a mistake by picking Kayvon Thibodeaux?(1:35:15) Oh by the way, the Jaguars and Lions picked up defensive studs and each added a second 1st rounder(1:45:30) Florio reports that Lamar Jackson may be trying to save face by feigning surprise that Hollywood Brown wanted out
4/29/2022 • 1 hour, 48 minutes, 33 seconds
Draft Sleepers, Props Bets, and Mock Reactions
(2:30) Big Picture Draft Thoughts: Is this a "weak" draft? (6:50) Simms Mock Draft Recap: Who are the 8 players who Chris thinks are Top 10 locks? (15:45) Wild Cards: Kayvon Thibodeaux, Derek Stingley Jr, Garrett Wilson, and others who could go Top 10 or fall Thursday.(26:50) Matt Corral: If Chris' #1 QB doesn't go Round 1, where is his best fit? And who are the other guys who should go Round 1, but won't?(34:50) WR Rankings update: Chris admits to being too high on Alec Pierce to start.(39:00) Robin Hood: Draft Edition: Friday and Saturday sleepers, including Skyy Moore, Jahan Dotson, Tyler Smith, and Calvin Austin.(44:10) Draft Prop Bets: PointsBet big timer Jay Croucher joins us to talk about what the sportsbooks are hearing about the draft, and Chris has some lines he likes.
4/27/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 48 seconds
Simms 2022 Mock Draft
(7:20) #1 Jaguars: EDGE Aidan Hutchinson(11:00) #2 Lions: EDGE Travon Walker(13:15) #3 Texans: T Ickey Ekwonu(16:10) #4 Jets: CB Sauce Gardner(18:50) #5 Giants: T Evan Neal(20:50) #6 Panthers: T Charles Cross(24:10) #7 Giants: EDGE Jermaine Johnson II(27:10) #8 Falcons: DT Jordan Davis(30:00) #9 Seahawks: DT Devonte Wyatt(33:40) #10 Jets: WR Jameson Williams(35:45) Perfect 10: Chris got PointsBet to run a Top 10 picks contest where you could win $100k(39:00) #11 Commanders: S Kyle Hamilton(40:50) #12 Vikings: EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux(43:00) #13 Texans: LB Devin Lloyd(45:30) #14 Ravens: EDGE George Karlaftis(48:00) #15 Eagles: WR Drake London(51:15) #16 Saints: T Bernhard Raimann(53:40) #17 Chargers: DT Travis Jones(56:50) #18 Eagles: CB Trent McDuffie(58:00) #19 Saints: WR Garrett Wilson(1:00:10) #20 Steelers: QB Malik Willis(1:03:00) #21 Patriots: T Trevor Penning(1:05:45) #22 Packers: WR Chris Olave(1:07:40) #23 Cardinals: CB Derek Stingley Jr.(1:11:00) #24 Cowboys: G Zion Johnson(1:12:20) #25 Bills: RB Breece Hall(1:15:15) #26 Titans: G Kenyon Green(1:17:00) #27 Buccaneers: CB Andrew Booth Jr.(1:19:15) #28 Packers: S Daxton Hill(1:21:10) #29 Chiefs: WR Christian Watson(1:23:00) #30 Chiefs: EDGE Boye Mafe(1:24:00) #31 Bengals: C Tyler Linderbaum(1:26:20) #32 Lions: QB Kenny Pickett
4/25/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 50 seconds
Simms 2022 Draft DT & LB Rankings
(3:15) #5 DT DeMarvin Leal (Texas A&M): "He's a D-tackle with a splash of D-end."(7:00) #4 DT Eyioma Uwazurike (Iowa State): "He gave Linderbaum all he could handle."(12:10) #3 DT Travis Jones (Connecticut): "Whoa! He's 325 and moves like THAT?!"(17:10) #2 DT Devonte Wyatt (Georgia): "The film is better than Quinnen Williams."(22:30) #1 DT Jordan Davis (Georgia): "He's Vita Vea with more athleticism. He's a can't-miss."(31:30) LB Scouting: How has the position changed over the years?(34:00) #5 LB Damone Clark (LSU): "We're talking about a long-term NFL middle linebacker."(38:50) #4 LB Nakobe Dean (Georgia): "He has a partial rocket up his *ss, but not a full-fledged one."(45:35) #3 LB Leo Chenal (Wisconsin): "My kind of mofo. Wow legs and a wow *ss."(50:50) #2 LB Quay Walker (Georgia): "F*cking baller. His read-and-react is faster than anyone in this draft."(57:50) #1 LB Devin Lloyd (Utah): "Nobody can block this kid at middle linebacker."(1:05:30) Draft props: Who will be the first LB off the board?
4/21/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 46 seconds
Simms 2022 Draft OL Rankings
(6:15) QB rankings update: After further review, Simms flips Malik Willis ahead of Kenny Pickett.(9:00) OL scouting: How difficult is it to evaluate O-line film?(16:20) #6 G Kenyon Green (Texas A&M): "He's for sure a big-time guard, and has legit potential to be a tackle."(22:25) #5 G Zion Johnson (Boston College): "He's a starting guard, right away, Day 1."(28:20) #4 T Charles Cross (Miss St): "He has all the physical tools to be big time."(35:30) #3 C Tyler Linderbaum (Iowa): "He's a f*cking machine who never loses a battle."(45:10) #2 T Ickey Ekwonu (NC State): "Incredible athlete. Blows people back on contact. He's got it all."(51:50) #1 T Evan Neal (Alabama): "He's the best pass-protecting left tackle I've ever seen. Nobody pushes him back."(1:05:10) Draft props: Although Neal is first on Simms' rankings, will he be the first OL off the board in Round 1?(1:08:45) Honorable mentions: Don't forget about Trevor Penning, Bernhard Raimann, and Tyler Smith.
4/18/2022 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 22 seconds
Simms 2022 Draft TE Rankings
(1:50) TE scouting: Is this the most difficult position to evaluate? And does Chris see any first round talents in the 2022 class?(14:50) TE #5 James Mitchell (Virginia Tech): "If he got to play a full year, he could've been the #1 tight end."(20:40) TE #4 Isaiah Likely (Coastal Carolina): "The most gifted pass-catching TE in this class."(25:00) TE #3 Greg Dulcich (UCLA): "At that size, the route-running is pretty damn special."(32:00) TE #2 Trey McBride (Colorado St): "There some real sh*t to this kid when he gets the ball in his hands."(38:40) TE #1 Jeremy Ruckert (Ohio State): "He is the only one who is good in all areas. Everything."(46:30) Honorable mentions: Chris shouts out Jelani Woods (Virginia), Cade Otton (Washington), Charlie Kolar (Iowa State). And what about Jalen Wydermyer (Texas A&M)?(54:15) #AskMeAnything: Why the fast 40s this year at the Combine? (56:20) Kyle Hamilton: Will he go Top 8? (1:04:00) Commanders: Should Dyami Brown stop them from drafting a WR? (1:05:40) Jets: Is Treylon Burks a good fit for them? (1:08:00) Kaiir Elam: Why didn't he make Chris' Top 5 CBs?
4/13/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 51 seconds
Simms 2022 Draft EDGE Rankings
(3:50) 2022 Draft EDGE Rankings: Would Chris rather have an elite pass rusher or cover corner? Is this the most talented 2022 position group Chris has scouted so far?(11:30) EDGE #5 Nik Bonitto (Oklahoma): "The best in-space edge defender of this group. And maybe the most naturally-gifted pass rusher."(20:10) EDGE #4 George Karlaftis (Purdue): "This guy's a FOOTBALL player. He's all about creating chaos."(32:10) EDGE #3 Jermaine Johnson II (Florida St): "It doesn't matter who it is; he dominates tackles."(41:30) EDGE #2 Travon Walker (Georgia): "When he explodes in a straight line, it's comical." But is the hype going too far?(54:50) EDGE #1 Aidan Hutchinson (Michigan): "Could he one day be the best pass rusher in the NFL? Yes."(1:07:00) Kayvon Thibodeaux (Oregon): How did he not even make Chris' Top 5?(1:20:50) Honorable mentions: Joshua Paschal (Kentucky), Dominique Robinson (Miami Ohio), Sam Williams (Ole Miss), David Ojabo (Michigan) and others who missed Chris' Top 5.(1:26:20) EDGE Draft props: Who does Chris like to go in the Top 10?
4/11/2022 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 13 seconds
Simms 2022 Draft RB Rankings
(1:20) 2022 Draft RBs: "I don't think I've seen this much depth from an RB class."(11:15) 2021 RB lookback: Chris self-scouts himself on how he went wrong with Javian Hawkins & Javonte Williams.(16:45) RB #5 Ty Davis-Price (LSU): "He is an NFL starting running back"(24:00) RB #4 James Cook (Georgia): How does he compare to brother Dalvin?(33:00) RB #3 Dameon Pierce (Florida): "Kareem Hunt. They're a carbon copy of each other."(41:45) RB #2 Breece Hall (Iowa State): "This a 3-down, all-around running back."(52:00) RB #1 Kenneth Walker III (Michigan St): "His body is a different rocked-up than the rest of the group."(1:00:45) Honorable mentions: In a deep class, Chris gives love to Pierre Strong Jr, Brian Robinson, Kyren Williams, Isaiah Spiller, and more.(1:10:20) Draft Props: Which RB is the best bet to be drafted first? And the homies weigh in on if they would want their team to draft a Round 1 RB.
4/6/2022 • 1 hour, 17 minutes
Simms 2022 Draft CB & S Rankings
(5:00) Simms 2022 Draft CB Rankings: What does Chris look for when he's scouting CBs? "I thought this class was a bit overrated."(9:20) #5 CB Marcus Jones (Houston): "It's a size league, but he's too good in the slot for me not to take him."(15:20) #4 CB Andrew Booth Jr. (Clemson): "His zero-to-sixty is as good as any CB in this draft."(22:00) #3 CB Jalyn Armour-Davis (Alabama): "He's a better pure cover corner than Trevon Diggs was coming out."(29:00) #2 CB Trent McDuffie (Washington): "The best all-around mover CB in the draft."(36:30) #1 CB Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner (Cincinnati): "I don't give a sh*t what your cup of tea is, he's your cup of tea."(43:00) Coby Bryant: Is Sauce's teammate being slept on? (44:00) Derek Stingley Jr: "The film did not justify Top 5 in my rankings. The film 3 years ago did, but things have changed."(51:30) CB Draft props: Who will be the first corner off the board?(55:15) Simms 2022 Draft S Rankings: How has the safety position changed in the NFL?(57:30) #5 S Percy Butler (Louisiana): "This is my off-the-radar guy."(1:01:30) #4 S Bryan Cook (Cincinnati): "He's was great at the Kam-Chancellor-shuffle."(1:05:40) #3 S Daxton Hill (Michigan): "He can cover and tackle. If you can't figure out how to use that in the NFL, it's on you."(1:13:45) #2 S Lewis Cine (Georgia): "Wait he's got 3 rockets up his *ss, and he runs through brick walls?! Sign me up."(1:19:50) #1 S Kyle Hamilton (Notre Dame): Is he a GENERATIONAL talent?
4/4/2022 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 40 seconds
Garrett Wilson vs Jameson Williams & WR Rankings reactions
(7:15) WR Honorable Mentions: Simms goes through guys who just missed his Top 5 like Jahan Dotson, Skyy Moore, Chris Olave, and Calvin Austin.(27:00) What about... In a deep WR class, Chris also touches on Jalen Tolbert, John Metchie, Velus Jones, George Pickens, and Danny Gray.(33:45) Garrett Wilson vs #1 WR Jameson Williams: Why couldn't Simms' top WR beat out a teammate at Ohio State who didn't even make his Top 5?(40:50) #2 WR Christian Watson: If Chris questioned Trey Lance's offense last year, shouldn't he do the same for Watson?(44:45) #3 WR Alec Pierce: Is this Javian Hawkins all over again?(50:10) #4 WR Treylon Burks: How high would he rise if his route-running was more polished?(52:00) #5 Drake London: Is he the next Tee Higgins?(54:00) WR Tiers: Where are the gaps in Chris' 2022 rankings? Is Jameson Williams on top by himself?(56:15) Scouting WRs: How do we account for slower successful guys like Hunter Renfrow and DeAndre Hopkins? (1:01:00) Draft props: Will be there over or under 5.5 WR drafted in Round 1?(1:04:10) Next Davante Adams: Is there a good replacement for the Packers in the draft?(1:08:10) 2021 WRs: Why did Chris miss on Elijah Moore last year? Which WR take the biggest sophomore leap this year?(1:12:45) Cardinals, Bills, 49ers, Colts: What WR is the best fit for them to target later in Round 1?
3/30/2022 • 1 hour, 27 minutes
Simms 2022 Draft WR Rankings
(4:15) 2022 Draft WR Rankings: How does this year's class stack up vs recent years? Would Chris still have Dyami Brown in his Top 5 WRs from 2021?(11:30) WR #5 Drake London: "One of the greatest jump ball receivers I've ever seen in my evaluations. It's not 50/50 with him, it's 90/10."(22:00) WR #4 Treylon Burks: "He makes sh*t happen. I am wowed by what he can do with the ball in his hands."(30:15) WR #3 Alec Pierce: "Maybe the best route-runner in the draft, and there's nobody that can run with this kid."(38:30) WR #2 Christian Watson: "Will run by people all day long. You put him on Alabama, we say this guy is a Top 10 pick."(48:10) WR #1 Jameson Williams: "He's Jerry Jeudy with another gear. DeVonta Smith with a little more strength."(58:30) Ohio State WRs: Why didn't Garrett Wilson or Chris Olave make the Top 5?(1:07:00) Draft Odds: Who will be the first WR drafted?
3/28/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
#AskMeAnything: QB rankings reactions + Tyreek Hill trade
(4:45) Tyreek Hill: Early in our pod, reports are that the Chiefs could trade their star WR. And Chris could see why.(11:35) Matt Ryan: Chris thinks he's a perfect fit for the Colts, and a better addition than Philip Rivers was.(20:20) #AskMeAnything: We kick off your questions about Simms' 2022 Draft QB rankings. Will we see over or under 3.5 QBs go in Round 1?(24:40) 2021 QBs: Where would Matt Corral rank compared to Zach Wilson and Trevor Lawrence?(31:40) Matt Corral: Does he have some Josh Rosen-esque red flags?(37:20) Kenny Pickett: Could he ever be a Top 5 NFL QB?(48:40) Malik Willis: "I trust his throwing more than Trey Lance or Justin Fields." Should the Steelers draft him?(1:00:50) Pro Day Hype: Marlon Humphrey doesn't buy into it. Does Chris?(1:03:00) Sam Howell: Is he Baker Mayfield 2.0?(1:08:15) Desmond Ridder: Is he a 2nd round talent?(1:13:00) BREAKING NEWS: Just as we're about to wrap up, Tyreek Hill to Dolphins is announced
(5:00) Deshaun Watson to Browns: "That's the guy who gets the greatest contract in NFL history?"(15:20) Baker Mayfield: Would you rather have him, Jimmy Garoppolo, or Matt Ryan?(21:10) Davante Adams to Raiders: Chris gets why he would want to leave Green Bay. But don't blame Aaron Rodgers.(30:00) Simms 2022 Draft QB Rankings: Is this year's class as weak as advertised?(33:30) #5 QB Desmond Ridder: He's easy to root for, but Chris has big concerns about his feet.(44:00) #4 QB Sam Howell: If he fixes his motion, what is his upside?(55:30) #3 Malik Willis: "It's a special arm, he can make every throw with ease." But would Chris take him in the Top 10?(1:10:30) #2 Kenny Pickett: The safest and most-ready QB of this class. "You know what you're getting."(1:22:20) #1 Matt Corral: "The quickest release coming out of college football in a few years."(1:39:00) Honorable Mentions?: How about Carson Strong, Bailey Zappe, and Jack Coan?(1:48:20) BREAKING NEWS: Matt Ryan is close to going to the Colts, and Simms sees a draft prospect who could fit well in Atlanta.
3/21/2022 • 1 hour, 51 minutes, 41 seconds
Deshaun's decision, Von to Bills, & Best Pass Rush Duos
(0:00) Deshaun Watson: With a decision looming, he's "torn" between the Saints, Panthers, Browns, and Falcons. What is the best fit for him? Why don't teams care about his off-field issues? Could Matt Ryan leave Atlanta even if the Falcons don't get Watson? (33:00) Baker Mayfield: It looks like he's done in Cleveland. Is Detroit the best landing spot for him?(49:40) Edge Rusher Carousel: Von Miller to the Bills, Chandler Jones to the Raiders, Yannick Ngakoue to the Colts, Za'Darius Smith back to the Ravens, and Myles Jack to the Steelers. And Chris admires Danielle Hunter's arms.(1:02:00) Russell Wilson & Seahawks speak: We're hearing two different stories about who initiated their divorce. But did Seattle have to throw shade at him on the way out? And do we believe the praise Seattle is heaping on Drew Lock?(1:19:25) Buccaneers: Rob Gronkowski says he's coming back, but has to make Tom Brady sweat first. Chris Godwin a new deal. And OJ Howard is off to Buffalo.(1:24:00) Julio Jones: His Titans era is over. Is his career as well?(1:25:50) Best Pass Rush Duos: With all the movement from free agency, which is at the top of the league?
3/17/2022 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 19 seconds
Free Agency reax + Deshaun landing spots
(4:30) Tom Brady: The GOAT is back in Tampa Bay, but did he want to be somewhere else?(11:40) Chargers: Is JC Jackson a Top 5 QB? And where do the Chargers stack up in the AFC West?(24:30) Jaguars: Does Chris like their spending spree? And should it change their plans for the #1 pick?(33:15) Myles Jack: After being cut by the Jaguars, could he land in Detroit?(35:50) Deshaun Watson: Are the Falcons now in the mix for him, or are they just trying to drive up the price for their rivals? Are the Browns a better fit for him than the Panthers or Saints?(46:35) Jets: Laken Tomlinson has Chris excited about their O-line. And it's CJ yew-ZAH-mah.(49:30) Bengals: "I would be shocked if their offensive line isn't better next year"(51:45) Dolphins: Why is Chase Edmonds a good fit for Mike McDaniel's offense?(56:00) BREAKING NEWS Randy Gregory: This morning he was re-signing with the Cowboys, but now he's headed to the Broncos.(58:50) Mitchell Trubisky: How will he fit with the Steelers?(1:03:20) Colts: What's the QB plan post-Wentz?(1:06:10) Saints: Are they an ideal destination for a QB?(1:08:00) Jimmy Garoppolo: What kind of deal would he get if he were a free agent? What would Chris trade for him?(1:11:10) Aaron Rodgers: Does his new contract hurt his team's chances of getting a Super Bowl?(1:15:00) BREAKING NEWS Marcus Williams: He's heading to the Ravens, who sorely need him.(1:18:30) Kirk Cousins: Is he closer to Russell Wilson or Carson Wentz? And if he wasn't the problem in Minnesota, what is?(1:22:30) Seahawks: Do they need to target another QB (Gardner Minshew?) after getting Drew Lock?(1:24:10) Bobby Wagner: He's not the only veteran free agent who teams are waiting on.(1:26:30) Bills: They add JD McKissic as another weapon for Josh Allen. Would Jarvis Landry be a good fit there too?(1:29:50) Jersey sandwiches: Chris weighs in on Market Basket and best places to get sandwiches in his hometown(1:33:45) AFC West poll: 70% of the Homies say the Chiefs won't win the AFC West, but Chris doesn't believe them.
3/15/2022 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 46 seconds
Aaron Rodgers stays, Russell Wilson & Carson Wentz traded, and Maria Taylor pops by
(0:00) Maria takes a victory lap for the best Sunday Night picks record. Simms could not make such a claim(3:35) How much of an upgrade is Carson Wentz over the current QB situation in Washington?(7:30) Why Russell Wilson will be better for the Broncos in the long run than Aaron Rodgers would have been(11:40) Even though Rodgers is back, don't expect the Packers to change their ways(18:50) Some love for Georgia's performance at the Combine(19:50) #AskMeAnything: was Zach Wilson's season derailed by drops?(23:30) Will the Steelers make any push for a big-time QB?(25:45) How will the departure of Josh McDaniels impact Mac Jones' development?(28:15) Is Trey Lance ready to be The Guy?(32:45) Justin Fields exceeded expectations; are the Bears in position to make a deal to give him some weapons?(37:15) How big of a deal are Kenny Pickett's small hands?(40:35) Who eats cold soup??
3/10/2022 • 47 minutes, 47 seconds
Coach Interviews: Josh McDaniels, Mike McDaniel, and more
(2:50) Josh McDaniels: The new Raiders head coach admits he had too much power in his first gig with the Broncos, and explains why things will be different in Vegas.(17:40) Mike McDaniel: The new Dolphins head coach wants to make sure he stays authentic, with a "style and swag" better than Kyle Shanahan. And he tells his favorite Dennis Green story.(34:10) Nathaniel Hackett: The new Broncos head coach and Chris reminisce about their 2005 days with the Buccaneers. Plus he explains the luxuries of having Aaron Rodgers as your QB.(48:00) Sean McDermott: We know Chris loves heaping praise Josh Allen, but is the Bills head coach worried about how much his QB runs the ball?(57:55) Nick Sirianni: The Eagles head coach talks about how stealing another team's play is easier said than done. And Chris asks him about the infamous "flower" speech.(1:13:05) Arthur Smith: Is the Falcons head coach looking for the next Derrick Henry for his offense?
3/7/2022 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Combine QB Interviews: Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, and more
(1:37) Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett: Chris doesn't care about his hand size, but has questions about his allegiances.(12:35) Liberty QB Malik Willis: He takes responsibility for why he left Auburn. But why doesn't he watch PFT?(19:40) North Carolina QB Sam Howell: "Freshman year of high school?! I didn't have hair on a lot of my body parts then!"(24:45) Nevada QB Carson Strong: He has a big chip on his shoulder.(33:58) Cincinnati QB Desmond Ridder: He bests Simms in both hand size and Kentucky city pronunciation.
3/2/2022 • 47 minutes, 14 seconds
#AskMeAnything, Homies Choice Awards, and Under-Talked About Players
(2:30) So why would Simms touch a dead tree anyway?(4:15) Simms discusses the report of the Dolphins trying to pull off a Sean Payton-Tom Brady package deal(15:00) What are the likeliest destinations for Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, and Deshaun Watson?(22:00) Who should the Bucs target at QB? And could the Eagles get in on the QB carousel using their 3 first-rounders as ammo?(24:40) Does Kyler Murray still belong among the Top 10 QBs?(28:30) It's Bengals, not Bangles(32:30) How Justin Fields exceeded expectations, and why Zach Wilson was the best rookie QB over the last month of the season(38:15) Ahmed reveals his "Under-Talked About" Awards: Are Kirk Cousins and Derek Carr the same person? Should Justin Jefferson be mentioned in the same breath as Cooper Kupp and Ja'Marr Chase?(56:00) There's a defensive player in the NFC South who you better start paying attention to(1:00:15) The Homies have chimed in with "The Homies Choice Awards" - and Simms has a bit of a bone to pick(1:16:30) The "Damn Okay" performance of the season(1:19:50) Ahmed lays the Bengals to rest with the final Requiem For A Team of the 2021 season
2/28/2022 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 12 seconds
WTF Happened: Super Bowl LVI recap
(4:30) Simms might not have shared a Daddy Cigar with Snoop at Sofi, but he shares a story about the time he hooked Snoop up(7:15) OBJ's injury might have prevented a blowout(13:15) Cooper Kupp's 1st TD wasn't just a blown assignment by Eli Apple(17:30) How the Bengals were able to shut down the Rams run game with some creative alignments(25:45) Simms breaks down the final drive when Matthew Stafford and Kupp took over, including a breakdown of the ridiculous no-look throw by #9 that was no accident(28:00) Enough of the whining about the late holding calls against the Bengals, as Simms shows 4 other plays on the final drive that weren't called against Cincy that easily could have(37:30) Now isn't the time for Hall of Fame talk, but start putting some respect on Stafford's name(43:40) Why Joe Burrow is gonna be kicking himself for some of his decision-making in key moments(54:50) Aaron Donald completely dominated - especially on the final play - and Simms can't believe he's saying it, but there were moments where the 5-man rush paid off big-time(1:04:15) The Bengals play-calling and lack of creativity left a lot to be desired(1:10:00) It wasn't Jalen Ramsey's best night. But it certainly wasn't as bad as it seemed(1:13:00) Breaking news late in the pod, as Aaron Rodgers is a free agent. Sort of.
2/16/2022 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 29 seconds
Super Bowl LVI Recap
Simms and Florio recap Super Bowl LVI from SoFi Stadium
2/14/2022 • 53 minutes, 19 seconds
Super Bowl LVI Picks & Props
Simms and Florio preview Rams-Bengals and make their picks for Super Bowl LVI. Then Jay Croucher joins the guys to discuss some Super Bowl props.
2/11/2022 • 30 minutes, 25 seconds
Sean McVay interview
Simms sits down with Rams coach Sean McVay for a lengthy conversation ahead of Super Bowl LVI
2/7/2022 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds
Conference Championship Recap: Bengals & Rams come back
(1:45) Bengals def. Chiefs: What happened to Patrick Mahomes after halftime? And you can't deny Joe Burrow's swagger.(47:20) Rams def. 49ers: The LA D-line said "enough" to the running game. And Matthew Stafford keeps silencing the doubters.(1:18:15) Tom Brady retires: Or does he? Florio prays the GOAT will run it back one more year for spite.(1:30:00) Super Bowl LVI: The guys take an early look at Rams-Bengals.(1:38:15) Requiem for a Team: A little thing like the Olympics won't stop Ahmed from burying the 49ers and Chiefs.
1/31/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 38 seconds
Conference Championship Picks: "The evil eye"
(5:45) AFC Championship: Bengals at Chiefs(29:30) NFC Championship: 49ers at Rams(45:40) Championship Sunday Props(49:05) Best Bet & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
(7:30) Chiefs offense: Patrick Mahomes is the "f*cking zen master now," and defenses can't play him the same way anymore.(28:00) Chiefs defense: Chris was surprised when he looked at how they guarded Stefon Diggs.(34:50) Bengals defense: How Mike Hilton turned a close call to a game-changing INT.(48:50) Bengals offense: It's "buyer beware" playing man-to-man vs Ja'Marr Chase.(54:10) Rams offense: The Buccaneers should have given more respect to Matthew Stafford.(1:01:55) Rams defense: "The D-line SHOWED UP. I expected it, but I didn't expect THAT."(1:05:50) 49ers offense: The Packers wasted their best defensive game of the year.(1:20:10) 49ers defense: They rattled Aaron Rodgers, but how much blame should he get?(1:34:00) Playoff props: Who will finish with the most receiving & rushing yds this postseason?
(3:00) Chiefs def. Bills: "The greatest quarterback duel I've ever seen." Plus has Chris finally changed his mind on the NFL's OT rules?(29:10) Rams def. Buccaneers: "You have to whup a team's @ss to turn the ball over 4 times and still win." And have we seen the last of Tom Brady?(43:40) 49ers def. Packers: "One team that's good with a Super Bowl QB, and the other team that's great with just a good QB." And have we seen the last of Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay?(1:02:45) Bengals def. Titans: Was this a disaster for Ryan Tannehill? Did the Titans put too much trust in Derrick Henry? And is Burrow to Chase the best QB-WR connection for years to come?(1:19:50) Super Bowl MVP Props: Don't sleep on Deebo Samuel(1:24:40) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed has a homie submission to help us say goodbye to the Divisional losers
1/24/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 46 seconds
Divisional Picks: "My Homie vs Giddy Up!"
(3:50) Bengals at Titans(15:50) 49ers at Packers(29:30) Rams at Buccaneers(40:35) Bills at Chiefs(50:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
1/20/2022 • 53 minutes, 1 second
WTF Happened: Divisional Preview + Big Phil's robes
(4:10) 49ers vs Packers: What has changed since their Week 3 nailbiter? Can the Packers still hang with the Shanahan run game? How can Aaron Rodgers expose the SF defense the way Dallas didn't?(32:45) Rams vs Buccaneers: The Rams run is setting up big plays to OBJ. And can the LA front four get to Brady?(49:40) Bills vs Chiefs: This is not the same KC defense that lost in Week 5. But can either D stop Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes right now?(59:30) Big Phil joins to explain his Daniel Jones-Kyler Murray comments.(1:07:20) Bengals vs Titans: Is Tennessee being overlooked? And "Ja'Marr Chase is one of the 5 best wide receivers in football."(1:33:20) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed lays the Wild Card losers to rest.
1/19/2022 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 6 seconds
Wild Card Recap: Cowboys excuses & Sleeping naked
(4:10) 49ers def. Cowboys: Jimmy G's throws "are astounding to me." And Chris can't believe Dak Prescott's excuses.(28:50) Buccaneers def. Eagles: "This is what worries me about the 7 seed in the playoffs." And what does the future hold for Jalen Hurts?(43:40) Chiefs def. Steelers: "I've never seen a team like this in my life"(50:15) Bills def. Patriots: "Josh Allen is arguably the best player in football." And can Mac Jones beat the better QBs of the NFL?(1:10:45) Bengals def. Raiders: In defense of Derek Carr.(1:17:45) Super Bowl odds: What's the best bet right now?(1:19:10) Cardinals-Rams Preview: Do you trust Kyler Murray or Matthew Stafford?
1/17/2022 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Wild Card Picks: "It's pasta & meatballs time!"
(5:25) #5 Raiders at #4 Bengals(19:45) #6 Patriots at #3 Bills(29:00) #7 Eagles at #2 Buccaneers(36:00) #6 49ers at #3 Cowboys(44:50) #7 Steelers at #2 Chiefs(50:25) #5 Rams at #4 Cardinals(52:20) Best Bets
1/13/2022 • 53 minutes, 26 seconds
WTF Will Happen: Super Wild Card Previews
(2:30) Raiders vs Bengals: These "two f*ckers" could ruin the Big Play Bengals.(17:45) Darren Waller is the key for the Raiders offense.(26:00) Patriots vs Bills: Chris sees a way for the Patriots to limit Josh Allen.(43:25) The Pats can't be as "arrogant" with their run game.(52:00) Eagles vs Buccaneers: The Philly defense hasn't seen a QB like Tom Brady in a while.(1:04:00) The Eagles run on everyone...but maybe not the Bucs?(1:12:15) 49ers vs Cowboys: Can the Dallas O-line beat the San Francisco front 7?(1:17:20) "The Cowboys haven't seen a run game like this all year long."(1:24:55) Steelers vs Chiefs: There's one way the Pittsburgh D could win this game.(1:32:10) "They can't be the dink-and-dunk Steelers this game."(1:36:05) Cardinals vs Rams: "This is a coin flip"(1:41:05) Wild Card Prop: Who will be the highest-scoring team this weekend?(1:45:00) Play of the F*cking Day: What play would the Raiders have run if the Chargers didn't call timeout?
1/12/2022 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 20 seconds
Week 18 Recap: Steelers alive + Chris kisses Ahmed's feet
(3:50) Raiders def. Chargers: Las Vegas had plenty of reason to play for the win. And Justin Herbert deserved better.(19:25) Steelers def. Ravens: Contrary to rumors, Ahmed did not bet on Pittsburgh.(26:15) Jaguars def. Colts: "It was a straight up buttwhupping...and then Carson Wentz dumb sh!t started happening."(30:40) 49ers def. Rams: Damn! Okay...Kyle Shanahan, who makes everything happen.(39:50) Saints def. Falcons: Kudos to Alvin Kamara and Sean Payton.(42:20) Seahawks def. Cardinals: Chris doesn't know if this Arizona offense can last in the playoffs.(46:30) Buccaneers def. Panthers: What is Antonio Brown thinking as Rob Gronkowski racks up incentives?(49:50) Dolphins def. Patriots: Miami did Brian Flores wrong.(56:45) Bills def. Jets: Does Buffalo want the Pats coming to town again?(1:01:20) Cowboys def. Eagles: "Wow they moved the ball against third stringers! That did nothing for me."(1:04:05) Chiefs def. Broncos: "What is Patrick Mahomes looking at?"(1:06:20) Browns def. Bengals: Can we believe the Baker Mayfield reports? And we can't wait to watch Cincy in the playoffs.(1:08:50) Titans def. Texans: Why isn't Tennessee the AFC favorite?(1:15:30) Lions def. Packers: Green Bay is the top seed, but Chris like a value pick to win the NFC.(1:21:10) Vikings def. Bears: Which fired head coach could be a head coach again next year?(1:25:00) Washington def. Giants: New York can't bring back Joe Judge, can they?(1:27:20) Requiem For A Team: Ahmed eulogizes the Colts, Chargers, Ravens, and Saints.(1:29:30) The Grand Finale: "I will celebrate this moment for all of Steelers nation."
1/10/2022 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 6 seconds
Week 18 Picks: "There are no great teams"
(2:45) Saturday: Chiefs at Broncos(6:30) Saturday: Cowboys at Eagles(10:35) Steelers at Ravens(12:55) Bengals at Browns(15:00) Packers at Lions(18:00) Titans at Texans(19:50) Colts at Jaguars(22:55) Bears at Vikings(25:00) Washington at Giants(26:15) Seahawks at Cardinals(30:15) Saints at Falcons(33:00) 49ers at Rams(35:30) Panthers at Buccaneers(40:20) Jets at Bills(42:25) Patriots at Dolphins(45:20) SNF: Chargers at Raiders(49:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
1/6/2022 • 53 minutes, 5 seconds
WTF Happened: Burrow hits the tablet + Ahmed won't curse
(4:05) Chiefs offense: "Run it again! Run it again!"(15:25) Bengals offense: How Ja'Marr Chase scared Steve Spagunolo, and Simms has a confession about the Bengals uniforms.(45:30) Cowboys offense: An overrated O-line, basic offense, and Dak's mechanics has Chris concerned.(1:01:15) Cardinals offense: Chase Edmonds is a difference-maker, but should they be tempted by Antonio Brown?(1:08:40) NFC West odds: Chris seems some value on the Cardinals.(1:13:40) Colts offense: Can Indy trust Carson Wentz in the playoffs?(1:22:35) Raiders offense: How Hunter Renfrow is the key to opening their offense.(1:27:20) Play of the F*cking Day: Tom Brady's game-winner, and Chris sneaks in a Zach Wilson laser.
1/5/2022 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 25 seconds
Week 17 Recap: Burrow to Chase & "We're going streaking!"
(3:00) Bengals def. Chiefs: Ja'Marr Chase torches KC. And Joe Burrow should be the favorite for an award.(15:45) Titans def. Dolphins: Tennessee's run game is real. Plus, "I'm a believer in the future of the Dolphins."(22:45) Packers def. Vikings: Chris takes the "L" on Davante Adams. And should Mike Zimmer be done in Minnesota?(35:40) Cardinals def. Cowboys: "This was a big one for Arizona."(41:50) Rams def. Ravens: Damn! Okay...OBJ! But can you rely on Matthew Stafford in the playoffs?(47:45) Bills def. Falcons: Does Buffalo have a run game now?(51:30) Patriots def. Jaguars: Mac Jones gets right heading into the playoffs.(55:25) Raiders def. Colts: "I am amazed by what the Raiders have done."(1:00:45) Chargers def. Broncos: Justin Herbert knocks out 3 AFC playoff hopefuls.(1:05:25) Buccaneers def. Jets: Antonio Brown went streaking, and no one followed. And "I f*cking love the way Zach Wilson looks."(1:14:50) 49ers def. Texans: Trey Lance makes the 49ers offense less risky.(1:20:50) Eagles def. Washington: Philly fans have fallen for Jalen Hurts (literally).(1:25:05) Saints def. Panthers: "Let my Cameron goooooooo"(1:28:05) Seahawks def. Lions: Is this it for Russell Wilson in Seattle?(1:32:00) Bears def. Giants: Joe Judge isn't doing himself any favors, on or off the field.(1:36:35) Requiem For A Team: Ahmed buries the Broncos, Dolphins, Falcons, Browns, Washington, and Vikings.(1:40:30) MNF Preview: Will the Browns ruin Big Ben's home finale?
1/3/2022 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 12 seconds
Week 17 Picks: "That's Bermudagrass u idiot"
(2:10) Rams at Ravens(6:35) Falcons at Bills(9:00) Giants at Bears(10:30) Chiefs at Bengals(14:35) Raiders at Colts(17:10) Jaguars at Patriots(18:50) Buccaneers at Jets(21:10) Dolphins at Titans(23:40) Eagles at Washington(27:10) Broncos at Chargers(30:40) Texans at 49ers(33:25) Cardinals at Cowboys(36:35) Panthers at Saints(39:25) Lions at Seahawks(42:55) SNF: Vikings at Packers(46:00) MNF: Browns at Steelers(50:35) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/30/2021 • 53 minutes, 2 seconds
WTF Happened: Rams weak link + "Encapsulizes"
(3:05) Josh Allen: "Belichick called every defense under the sun. It didn't matter."(19:30) Bills linebackers: They were the key to frustrating the Patriots rushing and creating Mac Jones mistakes.(36:00) Baker Mayfield: How much blame does he deserve for his 4 INT?(41:55) Davante Adams: "The Browns treated him like he was Paul Burmeister at wide receiver"(54:20) Matthew Stafford: "The Rams have hit their groove. He's their only question for me."(1:02:15) Jimmy Garoppolo: "It's the perfect play call. I don't know what he's looking at."(1:10:40) Titans: "AJ Brown is back. It changes their football team."(1:15:45) Play of the F*^king Day: Joe Burrow gets the easiest big throw of his career.
12/29/2021 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 58 seconds
Week 16 Recap: Allen & Burrow shine + "That's a no-no"
(5:05) Bills def. Patriots: "Josh Allen is the greatest one-man-show in the NFL"(15:05) Bengals def. Ravens: Joe Burrow has a career day…but was throwing late when up big a "bush league" move?(23:20) Chiefs def. Steelers: “KC is not all the way back, but they’re close.” And Chris' lips are looking safe.(29:30) Packers def. Browns: Is Matt LaFleur the coach of the year? And why didn’t Cleveland give Nick Chubb the ball more?(39:50) Cowboys def. Washington: Chris sees the Cowboys as Super Bowl contenders again(47:35) Buccaneers def. Panthers: "You created the f**king drama, man."(55:05) Rams def. Vikings: Could Aaron Donald still win Defensive Player of the Year? Could Cooper Kupp win MVP?(1:06:10) Colts def. Cardinals: "The Colts are made for playoff football." (1:11:55) Texans def. Chargers: "The Chargers didn't f**k this up. It was a legit beating."(1:19:20) Eagles def. Giants: Offensive linemen are athletes too.(1:22:55) Raiders def. Broncos: Damn! Okay...Josh Jacobs(1:27:15) Falcons def. Lions: Kyle Pitts is getting better, but Ahmed is protective of Mike Ditka's record.(1:29:55) Jets def. Jaguars: Would Chris still put Zach Wilson at the top of the 2021 Draft class?(1:34:45) Bears def. Seahawks: "Old Saint Nick" saves the day.(1:37:00) Requiem For A Team: We bury the Seahawks, Bears, Giants, and Panthers(1:43:00) MNF Preview: It's Dolphins-Saints, and Chris likes the under.
12/27/2021 • 1 hour, 48 minutes, 8 seconds
Week 16 Picks: "I've never met a fan like you"
(4:20) TNF: 49ers at Titans(9:00) Christmas: Browns at Packers(13:10) Christmas: Colts at Cardinals(16:30) Lions at Falcons(19:00) Buccaneers at Panthers(21:25) Ravens at Bengals(24:50) Chargers at Texans(25:45) Rams at Vikings(27:45) Bills at Patriots(29:45) Jaguars at Jets(31:30) Giants at Eagles(33:45) Bears at Seahawks(36:10) Steelers at Chiefs(38:50) Broncos at Raiders(44:10) SNF: Washington at Cowboys(46:00) MNF: Dolphins at Saints(50:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues
12/23/2021 • 53 minutes, 10 seconds
WTF Happened: Brady shut out + Under Armour toothbrush
(4:00) Saints shut out Tom Brady: How New Orleans' secondary used "bastard" looks to stymy the Bucs.(34:30) Lions manhandle Cardinals: Detroit cracked the Kliff Kingsbury code. Plus "the Lions are building something for the future here."(51:40) Colts run on Pats: Chris breaks down Jonathan Taylor's vision. (1:05:55) Mac Jones mistakes: As the Colts run D "shot their gun," the rookie QB gaffed in big spots.(1:18:30) Play of the F^*king Day: The Ravens doubled Davante Adams...and still couldn't stop him.
12/22/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 51 seconds
Week 15 Recap: Rodgers for MVP, Bosa for CPOY, & Teeth hygiene
(4:15) Saints def. Buccaneers: Can other teams replicate what the Saints defense did? And should Tom Brady still be the MVP frontrunner?(22:30) Lions def. Cardinals: "They won that football game. It was no fluke."(32:30) Packers def. Ravens: Did Chris like the 2-pt conversion decision? And how did Tyler Huntley light up the Packers D?(46:20) Steelers def. Titans: "This was the shocker of the day for me." And we're one step closer to Chris kissing Ahmed's shoes.(55:40) Bengals def. Broncos: Damn! Okay...Germaine Pratt! (1:02:10) Bills def. Panthers: "I'm rooting for them, but Buffalo is not impressive to me."(1:10:00) Colts def. Patriots: "The Colts are a good team. I want them in the playoffs."(1:16:45) 49ers def. Falcons: Why isn't Nick Bosa getting pub for Comeback Player of the Year?(1:23:10) Cowboys def. Giants: "Big D beats Little Blue"(1:27:20) Dolphins def. Jets: Duke Johnson's career day was the difference for Miami.(1:30:45) Texans def. Jaguars: Has Davis Mills had a better rookie year than Trevor Lawrence? And Chris has a punishment for fans who run on the field.(1:36:30) Monday (and Tuesday) Night Preview: Chris gives his picks for all the football fun over the next 2 nights.
12/20/2021 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 56 seconds
Week 15 Picks: Saturday Football + Conspiracy Chris
(3:15) TNF: Chiefs at Chargers(7:30) Saturday: Raiders at Browns(12:15) Saturday: Patriots at Colts(15:45) Panthers at Bills(17:45) Cardinals at Lions(19:15) Texans at Jaguars(21:05) Jets at Dolphins(22:25) Cowboys at Giants(24:30) Washington at Eagles(26:40) Titans at Steelers(30:00) Bengals at Broncos(32:50) Falcons at 49ers(34:55) Packers at Ravens(38:05) Seahawks at Rams(43:40) SNF: Saints at Buccaneers(45:45) MNF: Vikings at Bears(48:40) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
12/16/2021 • 52 minutes, 57 seconds
WTF Happened: Burrow & Allen magic + "Twelve threes?!"
(4:30) George Kittle: Zac Taylor says the Bengals tried to take the star TE away. The film says different.(12:30) Joe Burrow & Ja'Marr Chase: They used their chemistry to beat the Niners Cover-2.(24:30) Buccaneers offense: They were unstoppable in the 1st half. So what (or who) slowed the down in the 2nd?(43:15) Josh Allen: Did the Bucs back off him in the 2nd half?(52:30) Patrick Mahomes: "The Raiders are too basic."(57:30) Chiefs Defense: "He's as dominant as any guy in football right now."(1:06:50) Dak Prescott: His bad mechanics are leading to big mistakes.(1:15:10) Micah Parsons: "I'm not saying he's Lawrence Taylor yet..."(1:19:30) Browns offense: Chris calls BS on Baker Mayfield's "conservative" complaints.(1:22:50) Play of the F^@*ing Day: Justin Herbert & Matthew Stafford air it out
12/15/2021 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 4 seconds
Week 14 Recap: Comebacks Fall Short & "Urban Retreat"
(4:15) Bucs def. Bills: Tom Brady gets the win, but he wasn't the best QB on the field.(20:45) 49ers def. Bengals: Chris wouldn't be surprised to see either of these teams Championship Sunday.(28:30) Browns def. Ravens: Ahmed and Chris debate whether John Harbaugh should have gone for two.(40:15) Cowboys def. Washington: Should Micah Parsons be the DPOY frontrunner? And what's up with Dak Prescott?(53:30) Packers def. Bears: Damn! Okay Aaron Rodgers! But will Green Bay's special teams be their undoing?(1:03:20) Chiefs def. Raiders: Las Vegas switched up their gameplan for Patrick Mahomes, but it didn't make a difference.(1:08:30) Chargers def. Giants: Justin Herbert is off the charts (literally). Is he the best deep thrower in the NFL?(1:11:20) Broncos def. Lions: A final Damn! Okay for Demaryius Thomas.(1:15:20) Saints def. Jets: Alvin Kamara is back in a big way. And does Chris still believe in Zach Wilson?(1:21:30) Titans def. Jaguars: "Urban Retreat" for the Jaguars. And does Chris still believe in Trevor Lawrence?(1:24:20) Falcons def. Panthers: "No Cam Do"(1:27:10) Seahawks def. Texans: "Penny Lockett (is that a real thing?)"(1:29:45) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed has written eulogies for the 2021 Texans, Jaguars, Jets, & Lions(1:32:45) MNF Preview: Can the Rams upset the Cardinals?
12/13/2021 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 48 seconds
Week 14 Picks: My Boy Blue vs Brady & The Florio Bowl
(3:10) TNF: Steelers at Vikings(8:30) Falcons at Panthers(11:05) Ravens at Browns(13:40) Seahawks at Texans(16:00) Raiders at Chiefs(20:05) Saints at Jets(21:40) Jaguars at Titans(23:10) Cowboys at Washington(28:10) Lions at Broncos(31:40) Giants at Chargers(36:00) 49ers at Bengals(39:00) Bills at Buccaneers(43:50) Bears at Packers(46:50) Rams at Cardinals(49:05) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
12/9/2021 • 52 minutes, 44 seconds
WTF Happened: Lamar vs the blitz + striking out 5-year-olds
(4:10) Justin Herbert: Why doesn't he always throw it deep this often?(22:00) Joe Burrow: The Chargers kept the pressure on him.(30:40) 49ers defense: "They let the Seahawks offense off the hook"(40:20) 49ers offense: Is it time to turn to Trey Lance?(44:50) Jamal Adams: Has trading for him been a failure for the Seahawks?(49:00) Steelers offense: How did the Ravens aggressiveness open the door for Big Ben?(1:05:00) Lamar Jackson: Why is he struggling vs the blitz? And Devin Bush almost was the goat on the 2-point conversion.(1:23:15) Play(s) of the F*^*ing Day: Damien Harris breaks through, and the Lions finally get a win.
12/8/2021 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 33 seconds
Week 13 Recap: Kyler's back + "Want to touch the Heinicke"
(3:40) Steelers def. Ravens: Chris is 1 game closer to kissing Ahmed's feet. And are this year's Ravens last year's Steelers?(14:05) Chargers def. Bengals: Is the LA run defense improving? And Simms demonstrates how much Joe Burrow's pinky affects his throwing motion.(27:00) Chiefs def Broncos: Despite the win, Patrick Mahomes still looks out of sync.(38:50) Cardinals def. Bears: "Nobody's played better than Kyler Murray this year." And is this it for Matt Nagy?(47:15) Rams def. Jaguars: Matthew Stafford gets right, with a hand from Sony Michel.(51:25) Seahawks def. 49ers: Simms can't win when it comes to analyzing Jimmy Garoppolo.(1:03:30) Buccaneers def. Falcons: Should Tom Brady be the MVP frontrunner right now?(1:09:10) Colts def. Texans: In a deep AFC, Chris still likes Indy to make the playoffs.(1:13:00) Lions def. Vikings: How was Amon-Ra St. Brown wide open on the last play?(1:18:25) Dolphins def. Giants: The stats are misleading, but "you can win with Tua."(1:22:55) Washington def. Raiders: "So hot. Want to touch the Heinicke."(1:28:50) Eagles def. Jets: "Fan bases fall in love with him, as they should."(1:32:30) MNF Preview: The Bills defense is great, but Chris doesn't like how they match up with the Patriots.
12/6/2021 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 38 seconds
Week 13 Picks: Bills-Pats & "The shepherd's pretty good too"
(2:20) TNF: Cowboys at Saints(5:45) Buccaneers at Falcons(8:30) Cardinals at Bears(11:00) Chargers at Bengals(14:40) Vikings at Lions(17:20) Colts at Texans(19:30) Giants at Dolphins(22:45) Eagles at Jets(26:15) Jaguars at Rams(29:10) Washington at Raiders(32:50) Ravens at Steelers(35:45) 49ers at Seahawks(41:20) SNF: Broncos at Chiefs(44:45) MNF: Patriots at Bills(49:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
12/2/2021 • 52 minutes, 56 seconds
WTF Happened: Vrabel vs BB + "You can't be simple AND stupid"
(3:45) Dolphins defense: How did they do a midseason 180?(30:00) Patriots defense: They won, but how did they allow 270 rush yds to the Titans?(43:00) Big Phil: He joins to talk about what's wrong with Matthew Stafford, how much blame to put on Baker Mayfield, and if the Giants should exercise Daniel Jones' 5th-year option. (1:18:10) 49ers offense: How Deebo Samuel has the Shanahan offense back at full speed.(1:38:45) Rams defense: "You can be simple. You can be stupid. But you can't be simple AND stupid."(1:53:30) Packers defense: "They knew what was coming."
12/1/2021 • 2 hours, 6 minutes, 57 seconds
Week 12 Recap: Leonard FOURnette + "I will kiss your feet"
(3:05) Packers def. Rams: Chris praises Green Bay's best defender, while LA looks like a box office dud.(16:00) Buccaneers def. Colts: No Leonard FOURnette pun is too obvious for Ahmed. And Chris defends Frank Reich's playcalling.(24:40) 49ers def. Vikings: "Not your average Deebo" is leading the surging Shanahans.(35:05) Patriots def. Titans: Is New England the best team in the AFC? And how did Tennessee run all over them...and lose?(43:30) Bengals def. Steelers: "I will get down and kiss your feet if the Steelers make the playoffs." (52:25) Ravens def. Browns: Should Cleveland bench Baker Mayfield for Case Keenum? Should Chris let his son make his SNF picks?(1:04:10) AFC North odds: There's one team that Chris trusts the most.(1:10:30) Broncos def. Chargers: Patrick Surtain is better than Chris thought he would be. And who is LA not more explosive with Justin Herbert?(1:17:10) Dolphins def. Panthers: Why did it take us so long to see this Miami defense?(1:23:40) Giants def. Eagles: Jalen Hurts makes game-killing mistakes, and Chris preaches patience with Joe Judge.(1:27:50) Jets def. Texans: Chris knows what advice he'll give next time he sees Zach Wilson.(1:30:15) Falcons def. Jaguars: Cordarrelle Patterson is fueling the Falcons offense.(1:32:05) MNF Preview: Does Chris like the Seahawks or Washington tonight?
11/29/2021 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Week 12 Picks: Thanksgiving + "Why do you hate me?"
(1:40) Thanksgiving: Bears at Lions(4:30) Thanksgiving: Raiders at Cowboys(7:45) Thanksgiving: Bills at Saints(11:00) Steelers at Bengals(14:10) Jets at Texans(16:35) Buccaneers at Colts(19:45) Falcons at Jaguars(22:10) Panthers at Dolphins(26:10) Titans at Patriots(29:45) Eagles at Giants(36:10) Chargers at Broncos(38:35) Rams at Packers(41:30) Vikings at 49ers(44:15) SNF: Browns at Ravens(46:30) MNF: Seahawks at Washington(49:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
11/24/2021 • 52 minutes, 55 seconds
Week 11 Recap: Damn! Okay Jonathan Taylor + "Taking Cookies"
(3:30) Chargers def. Steelers: Justin Herbert beat a "simple" Steelers defense, and Big Ben doesn't need practice.(14:00) Chiefs def. Cowboys: How has Kansas City turned around its defense?(23:30) Eagles def. Saints: Does Philly have the best run game in the NFL right now?(29:40) Colts def. Bills: Is Jonathan Taylor the best RB in the NFL? And "the Bills offense is a mirage."(41:10) Vikings def. Packers: Is Kirk Cousins having a top tier QB season? And is Justin Jefferson the best WR in the NFL?(55:40) Texans def. Titans: "I'm not panicked about the Titans"(1:00:45) Cardinals def. Seahawks: Colt McCoy does it again. Is the league starting to "figure out" Russell Wilson?(1:08:15) Washington def. Panthers: "Superman Returns, but Rivera Revenges"(1:13:45) Ravens def. Bears: Tyler Huntley comes through, while Chris hates yet another Matt Nagy decision.(1:20:50) Bengals def. Raiders: "Bengals are in the Mix(on)"(1:24:45) Browns def. Lions: Is Cleveland still a potential playoff team?(1:28:45) 49ers def. Jaguars: Deebo Samuel is a weapon, while Trevor Lawrence wants to be more accurate.(1:33:20) Dolphins def. Jets: "The Jets could have won this game"(1:35:45) MNF Preview: Chris the Giants to keep it close, but is he calling the upset over the Bucs?
11/22/2021 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 19 seconds
Week 11 Picks: Cam vs Rivera + "It's getting personal"
(4:10) TNF: Patriots at Falcons(6:55) Colts at Bills(10:45) Washington at Panthers(13:50) Ravens at Bears(16:15) Lions at Browns(20:15) 49ers at Jaguars(22:45) Packers at Vikings(25:15) Dolphins at Jets(26:30) Saints at Eagles(28:50) Texans at Titans(30:15) Bengals at Raiders(33:15) Cowboys at Chiefs(35:50) Cardinals at Seahawks(40:10) SNF: Steelers at Chargers(42:35) MNF: Giants at Buccaneers(45:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
11/18/2021 • 52 minutes, 21 seconds
WTF Happened: Pats championship D + Deebo's 4th down TD
(3:20) Patriots defense: After dominating the Browns, does New England have a championship defense? Plus, Chris explains what it means for a cornerback to "steal the seams."(39:15) Mac Jones: "It's never going to be the sexiest thing on Earth. Neither was Tom Brady."(50:10) Eagles offense: They have done an about-face and are playing the perfect way for Jalen Hurts.(1:08:10) Bills offense: After Chris was so worried about them last week, they did something completely different against the Jets.(1:22:15) Buccaneers offense: Tom Brady got hit early, and then left a lot of yards on the field.(1:39:15) Play of the F*#%ing Day: You voted, so Chris breaks down the Deebo Samuel TD on 4th-and-6.
11/17/2021 • 1 hour, 49 minutes, 7 seconds
Week 10 Recap: Cam is back, Mahomes on track
(3:25) Chiefs def. Raiders: Patrick Mahomes looks like his old self, but Chris still has some concerns. Also, Ahmed wonders if fans can be upset about postgame jersey swaps.(19:50) Cowboys def. Falcons: Stop blitzing Dak Prescott.(26:30) Bills def. Jets: Has Chris stopped worrying about the Buffalo offense? And the Mike White hype is (thankfully) dead.(33:25) Panthers def. Cardinals: PJ Walker "did a good job," but should the Panthers still start Cam Newton?(42:40) Packers def. Seahawks: Russ and Rodgers returned, but the Green Bay D stole the show(49:35) Patriots def. Browns: "This is the most shocking final score of the weekend"(57:30) Offensive Rookie of the Year: Can Mac Jones win over Ja'Marr Chase?(1:00:35) Titans def. Saints: Jeffery Simmons is moving up the F*** Up The Play ranks. And Simms is tired of referees deciding games.(1:08:20) Vikings def. Chargers: Ahmed chokes out an amazing stat about Minnesota. And is LA still a playoff contender?(1:14:40) Washington def. Buccaneers: "This is why Tom Brady isn't a Top 5 QB at age 44."(1:21:00) Eagles def. Broncos: "Teddy B...the B is for Business decision." And don't count Philly out yet.(1:27:55) Lions & Steelers tie: It's been a historic couple weeks for Detroit. And is the Steelers QB of the future on the roster?(1:35:05) Colts def. Jaguars: Another "weird' win for Indy(1:37:50) MNF Preview - Rams at 49ers - San Francisco is desperate, but will that make a difference?
11/15/2021 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 34 seconds
Week 10 Picks: Russ returns + "I can't get behind KC"
(3:20) TNF: Ravens at Dolphins(7:25) Falcons at Cowboys(11:00) Jaguars at Colts(13:50) Browns at Patriots(17:30) Bills at Jets(22:00) Lions at Steelers(25:30) Saints at Titans(29:05) Buccaneers at Washington(30:40) Panthers at Cardinals(35:10) Vikings at Chargers(37:35) Eagles at Broncos(40:00) Seahawks at Packers(45:30) SNF: Chiefs at Raiders(48:45) MNF: Rams at 49ers(51:05) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
11/11/2021 • 53 minutes, 19 seconds
WTF Happened: Bills/Cowboys flop + Kingsbury on point
(5:00) Bills offense: How did the Jaguars shut them down, and are there long-term concerns for the fighting Josh Allens?(30:40) Cowboys offense: What derailed the Dallas offense on Sunday?(51:30) Kliff Kingsbury's offense: How did the Cardinals keep rolling even without Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins?(1:14:00) Patriots run game: How did Josh McDaniels crack the code of the Panthers defense?(1:33:20) Jordan Love: Did he look any better on film review?(1:35:30) Play of the F***ing Day: We marvel at Kevin Byard's pick-six.
11/10/2021 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 31 seconds
Week 9 Recap: Upset Sunday
(7:00) Titans def. Rams: Is Tennessee the best team in the AFC?(17:25) Cardinals def. 49ers: No Kyler. No Nuk. No problem.(28:00) Broncos def. Cowboys: "I don't care if you're Peyton Manning, if you don't practice 2 weeks you're not going to come back and set the world on fire"(34:40) Jaguars def. Bills: "I don't care what the stats are, they are not a top offense in football right now"(42:25) MVP odds: The favorite is now a QB who didn't even play this week(44:20) Browns def. Bengals: Did any QB need a good performance yesterday as much as Baker Mayfield did?(51:20) Giants def. Raiders: Can DeSean Jackson fix a hole in the Raiders offense?(56:55) Falcons def. Saints: We saw vintage Matt Ryan yesterday. (1:03:45) Chiefs def. Packers: "Yesterday was the first time I ever thought Andy Reid was managing Patrick Mahomes." Plus, Jordan Love needs to stop trying to be Aaron Rodgers.(1:16:20) Ravens def. Vikings: "Comeback wins from Lamar Jackson don't get the same publicity as others"(1:19:00) Patriots def. Panthers: Sam Darnold is still seeing ghosts. And watch out for the Patriots.(1:23:30) Chargers def. Eagles: Justin Herbert is back on track.(1:26:20) Dolphins def. Texans: "Nine times!"(1:29:20) MNF Preview: Chris expects the Bears to hang around with the Steelers
11/8/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 21 seconds
Week 9 Picks: Mahomes vs Love?! + Florio splits the baby
(3:40) TNF: Jets at Colts(6:15) Vikings at Ravens(9:50) Patriots at Panthers(12:50) Browns at Bengals(15:35) Broncos at Cowboys(18:50) Bills at Jaguars(21:15) Texans at Dolphins(24:15) Falcons at Saints(26:10) Raiders at Giants(29:20) Chargers at Eagles(32:50) Packers at Chiefs(35:00) Cardinals at 49ers(40:40) SNF: Titans at Rams(46:30) MNF: Bears at Steelers(49:55) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
11/4/2021 • 53 minutes, 1 second
Aaron Rodgers out + WTF Happened: Tom Brady & Carson Wentz
(2:20) Big Phil: He's back on the pod for the first time this season, on his 66th birthday no less.(4:50) Packers-Chiefs: Is Jordan Love ready for his first start? And Phil talks about a time when he was in a rut like Patrick Mahomes.(22:20) Cowboys: Dallas "has a Super Bowl roster," and Chris and Phil are struggling to find a weakness.(26:05) Bengals: How did they let Mike White carve them up? And Phil didn't like their offensive approach either.(39:00) Carson Wentz: Chris breaks down his costly mistakes vs the Titans, and picks a prop bet on how many INT he will throw Thursday night.(54:15) Titans: Should they change to a pass-heavy offense without Derrick Henry?(58:25) Tom Brady: What did the Saints do so well against him? And what other teams can replicate it?(1:25:20) Saints offense: Should they start Trevor Siemian or Taysom Hill?(1:29:15) Browns offense: What is holding them back? OBJ? Baker? Kevin Stefanski?(1:34:55) Steelers offense: "This reminds me of the Duck Hodges/Mason Rudolph approach."
11/3/2021 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 18 seconds
Week 8 Recap + Von Miller to Rams, Derrick Henry done?
(4:55) Derrick Henry injured + Titans def. Colts: Tennessee gets a big win, but did they lose the most irreplaceable non-QB in the NFL?(23:00) Steelers def. Browns: "This is Pittsburgh football! This is their best chance to win f***ing games."(28:45) Patriots def. Chargers: Is the NFL catching up to the LA offense? Is Mac Jones the best rookie QB this season?(37:40) Jets def. Bengals: Mike White had a great game, but slow your roll on the Zach Wilson QB controversy.(47:50) Saints def. Buccaneers: Can other teams frustrate Tom Brady like New Orleans does?(53:30) Cowboys def. Vikings: The passing charts tell it all for Cooper Rush & Kirk Cousins.(1:02:10) Seahawks def. Jaguars: Does this change Chris' season-long outlook for Seattle?(1:06:05) 49ers def. Bears: Justin Fields had best game. And are the 49ers the best team outside the NFC playoff bubble right now?(1:12:40) Rams def. Texans: BREAKING NEWS: Von Miller is headed to LA(1:19:35) Bills def. Dolphins: Josh Allen came through late, but does he deserve to be the MVP favorite right now?(1:23:50) Broncos def. Washington: "Who Blewitt less?"(1:26:55) Panthers def. Falcons: "Cats always eat birds..." (1:29:20) Eagles def. Lions: "...except when they don't." And we have a nickname for Boston Scott(1:32:35) MNF Preview: Chris thinks the Giants match up well with the Chiefs, but is he calling an upset?
11/1/2021 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 55 seconds
Week 8 Picks: Disagreements Galore
(3:45) TNF: Packers at Cardinals(7:25) Panthers at Falcons(9:40) Dolphins at Bills(11:35) 49ers at Bears(13:35) Steelers at Browns(17:40) Eagles at Lions(22:05) Rams at Texans(24:15) Titans at Colts(26:45) Bengals at Jets(30:00) Patriots at Chargers(32:50) Jaguars at Seahawks(35:45) Washington at Broncos(38:35) Buccaneers at Saints(42:30) SNF: Cowboys at Vikings(44:45) MNF: Giants at Chiefs(47:55) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
10/28/2021 • 53 minutes, 10 seconds
WTF Happened: Bad Mahomes & Big Play Bengals
(6:00) Patrick Mahomes: He's not trusting his blockers or seeing things correctly.(30:15) Big Play Bengals: "There's no corner in football who can cover Ja'Marr Chase 1-on-1." And how did Joe Burrow do what Justin Herbert couldn't?(44:45) Ravens offense: Is their running game overrated? And why couldn't they handle the Bengals blitz?(52:10) Bears offense: Justin Fields is making mistakes, but the Chicago gameplan gave him "no chance."(1:03:00) 49ers offense: Chris debunks a conspiracy theory about whether he'll be the next Niners GM. The truth is out there.(1:08:30) Panthers offense: Sam Darnold is reading plays wrong, but Joe Brady's offense isn't helping.(1:21:35) QB Injuries: Former NFL athletic trainer Mike Ryan joins to give more details on the outlooks for Baker Mayfield, Dak Prescott, Patrick Mahomes, and Russell Wilson.
(3:20) Titans def. Chiefs: Is this a lost season for the Chiefs? And where do the Titans rank among AFC contenders?(15:50) Bengals def. Ravens: The big play Bengals and Ja'Marr Chase are unstoppable.(24:50) Rams def. Lions: Ahmed starts building his Matthew Stafford Hall of Fame case.(34:25) Buccaneers def. Bears: Despite 5 turnovers, Chris is still impressed by Justin Fields. And Ahmed is mad about the fan who had to give Tom Brady's ball back.(45:00) Cardinals def. Texans: Zach Ertz kicks off a #NationalTightEndsDay edition of Damn! Okay (52:50) Packers def. Washington: "WFT played well enough to steal this game"(58:20) Raiders def. Eagles: Chris has changed his opinion on Vegas, and we're seeing some shade thrown at Jon Gruden.(1:05:50) Falcons def. Dolphins: "He's the freakiest of all the tight ends in football." And is Chris now higher on Tua than most?(1:12:30) Patriots def. Jets: Kyle Dugger leads off a defensive Robin Hood segment(1:17:15) Colts def. 49ers: "They're the sleeping giant in the playoffs." And what's wrong with Kyle Shanahan's offense?(1:25:50) Giants def. Panthers: Sam Darnold isn't the only one struggling on Carolina's offense.
10/25/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Week 7 Picks: Stafford-Goff Double Revenge Game
(3:30) TNF: Broncos at Browns(8:15) Bengals at Ravens(12:10) Washington at Packers(14:30) Falcons at Dolphins(17:00) Jets at Patriots(19:50) Panthers at Giants(23:40) Chiefs at Titans(26:45) Lions at Rams(31:25) Eagles at Raiders(35:15) Texans at Cardinals(38:00) Bears at Buccaneers(42:30) SNF: Colts at 49ers(47:45) MNF: Saints at Seahawks(50:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
10/21/2021 • 52 minutes, 59 seconds
WTF Happened: Herbert confused & Carr hits it deep
(3:45) Ravens defense: How did they confuse Justin Herbert?(21:25) Cardinals defense: They went all-out to stop the Browns run game.(31:55) Browns defense: Another blown coverage leads to a TD.(39:40) Chiefs defense: How forcing the issue helped them turn it around.(52:50) Derek Carr & Teddy Bridgewater: One hit the deep ball, while the other didn't.(1:06:55) Trevon Diggs: Does he take any blame for the Kendrick Bourne TD?(1:12:25) Carson Wentz: Time to notice how well he's slinging it
10/20/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 50 seconds
Week 6 Recap: Cowboys can win it all, Rodgers owns Bears
(2:45) Cowboys def. Patriots: "The whole adage of 'defense wins championships' is done."(14:00) Packers def. Bears: Aaron Rodgers owns the Bears, and he has a top 3 RB tandem to help.(22:20) Cardinals def. Browns: "The AZ front whipped the crap out of the Cleveland O-line, and that was the surprise to me."(30:40) Chiefs def. Washington: What changed with the KC defense?(41:35) Ravens def. Chargers: Chris underestimated the Ravens run game. And what has Lamar improved with his throwing mechanics?(47:50) Vikings def. Panthers: Minnesota is back in the playoff race, while we're concerned about the Carolina offense.(56:00) Steelers def. Seahawks: Damn! Okay...T.J. Watt did what he's paid to do.(1:03:00) Raiders def. Broncos: Maxx Crosby is making the leap, while the Vegas offense didn't miss a beat.(1:06:35) Bengals def. Lions: "Cincinnati's not going anywhere. Get used to this."(1:10:00) Rams def. Giants: "The Greatest Show on Surf"(1:15:10) Colts def. Texans: Jonathan Taylor is bringing Indy back into the AFC South race.(1:18:50) Jaguars def. Dolphins: Did this win save Urban Meyer's job?(1:24:30) Ahmed Fareed's Spencer Rattler, no wait, Sam Howell, no wait, Matt Corral, no wait...Power Rankings: Who is pushing hard for the top pick in the 2022 Draft
10/18/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 23 seconds
Week 6 Picks: Kyler vs Baker & Threading the Needle
(3:10) TNF: Buccaneers at Eagles(6:10) Dolphins at Jaguars (hello London again!)(10:50) Chargers at Ravens(14:00) Vikings at Panthers(16:25) Packers at Bears(18:40) Bengals at Lions(21:05) Texans at Colts(23:10) Rams at Giants(25:55) Chiefs at Washington(28:15) Cardinals at Browns(34:30) Raiders at Broncos(36:45) Cowboys at Patriots(41:45) SNF: Seahawks at Steelers(45:30) MNF: Bills at Titans(50:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
10/14/2021 • 52 minutes, 59 seconds
WTF Happened: Chiefs woes, OBJ, & Trey Lance
(4:30) Chiefs disastrous D: What's wrong with it, and is it fixable?(23:45) Chiefs offense: Why did they abandon the run?(33:30) Browns confused coverage: How did Justin Herbert keep torching them?(44:00) Odell Beckham Jr: "I'm ready to give up on it...It's like he's not on Baker's radar."(59:45) Davante Adams: How do the Packers keep abusing defenses with him?(1:12:30) Trey Lance: "There's some wow, and there's some whoa."(1:22:10) Najee Harris: "He's Le'Veon Bell 2.0"
10/13/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 47 seconds
Week 5 Recap: Allen and Herbert making MVP case
(3:45) Bills def. Chiefs: "Patrick Mahomes is not 100%" and are the Bills the best team in the NFL?(16:20) Chargers def. Browns: Justin Herbert, MVP candidate. And Cleveland makes the wrong kind of history.(23:35) Cardinals def. 49ers: Is Arizona the best team in the NFC? And are things going south for Kyle Shanahan?(32:55) Packers def. Bengals: Ja'Marr Chase gets a victory lap. And is 200 yds enough to change Chris' mind on Davante Adams?(40:40) Steelers def. Broncos: "Chase Claypool is one of the most impressive physical specimens I've ever seen in my life"(45:30) Vikings def. Lions: "Dan Campbell is so tough he doesn't give a sh*t about crying."(50:40) Falcons def. Jets: Yes, Kyle Pitts is a generational talent. And Zach Wilson had his worst game as a pro.(56:00) Cowboys def. Giants: Trevon Diggs did it again. And where does Dallas stack up in the NFC?(1:02:55) Saints def. Washington: Marshon Lattimore won his duel, and the New Orleans offense is going in the right direction.(1:08:50) Eagles def. Panthers: "Carolina pissed this one away"(1:12:20) Bears def. Raiders: "Return of the Mack"(1:15:45) Buccaneers def. Dolphins: "Tampa can't be stopped when you play man-to-man"(1:19:15) Patriots def. Texans: Breaking down the helmet punt(1:24:45) Titans def. Jaguars: The Jags D wanted nothing to do with Derrick Henry.
10/11/2021 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 46 seconds
Week 5 Picks: My Boy Blue vs Mahomie
(3:30) TNF: Rams at Seahawks(5:55) Jets vs Falcons (hello London!)(8:40) Eagles at Panthers(10:35) Packers at Bengals(13:20) Patriots at Texans(16:30) Titans at Jaguars(20:00) Lions at Vikings(21:40) Broncos at Steelers(24:25) Dolphins at Buccaneers(26:20) Saints at Washington(28:50) Browns at Chargers(33:30) Bears at Raiders(36:10) 49ers at Cardinals(39:50) Giants at Cowboys(44:00) SNF: Bills at Chiefs(47:20) MNF: Colts at Ravens(50:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
10/7/2021 • 52 minutes, 57 seconds
WTF Happened Wednesday: Cowboys balance & Justin Fields bounces back
(2:50) Cowboys offense: How Ezekiel Elliott and the Dallas O-line ripped off a big run.(16:45) Seahawks offense: Is it any different under Shane Waldron?(20:15) Trey Lance: How did Deebo Samuel get so wide open?(32:30) Patrick Mahomes: After missing a Tyreek Hill TD last week, he cashed in this time.(45:45) Lamar Jackson: A Broncos safety underestimated his arm, and paid for it.(54:30) Justin Fields: As Matt Nagy says he's sticking with the rookie, Chris has a plan for how they can build around him.(1:04:50) Zach Wilson: He showed some "big kahunas" (cohones?) on his bomb to Corey Davis(1:17:00) Daniel Jones: How he and Saquon Barkley took advantage of Marshon Lattimore's coverage lapse(1:28:50) BREAKING NEWS: Stephon Gilmore traded to the Panthers
10/6/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 20 seconds
Week 4 Recap: Brady's return & Cards make a statement
(2:25) Buccaneers def. Patriots: Chris was impressed by Tom Brady, despite the underwhelming stats.(13:25) Cardinals def. Rams: Does Arizona have the best offense in the NFL?(21:30) Seahawks def. 49ers: Seattle just keeps surviving, and can Trey Lance save the 49ers offense?(29:00) Cowboys def. Panthers: Dallas kicks off an offensive-line edition of Damn! Okay(35:20) Ravens def. Broncos: Was it BS for Baltimore to run a final play to extend their rushing record?(40:30) Packers def. Steelers: Big Ben deserves the blame for Pittsburgh's offensive woes(46:30) Chiefs def. Eagles: The Kansas City offense is great, but their defense "sucks"(51:55) Bears def. Lions: "How can you go back to Andy Dalton?"(56:25) Giants def. Saints: The rest of the Giants finally matched Daniel Jones' lead.(1:03:15) Jets def. Titans: Zach Wilson gets his first win...with the new Williams Wall?(1:08:30) Browns def. Vikings: Odell Beckham is open; why can't Baker Mayfield hit him?(1:12:30) Bills def. Texans: Is Buffalo the best team in the NFL?(1:15:30) Washington def. Falcons: Taylor Heinicke is a gamer, but did we overrate the Washington D-line?(1:18:45) Colts def. Dolphins: Indy isn't dead yet, but the Dolphins offense might be
10/4/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 54 seconds
Week 4 Picks: Brady vs the Pats
(2:45) TNF: Jaguars at Bengals(4:40) Washington at Falcons(7:25) Texans at Bills(10:00) Lions at Bears(13:15) Panthers at Cowboys(15:40) Colts at Dolphins(17:15) Browns at Vikings(20:10) Giants at Saints(22:20) Titans at Jets(25:45) Chiefs at Eagles(27:45) Cardinals at Rams(30:10) Seahawks at 49ers(33:00) Ravens at Broncos(35:20) Steelers at Packers(38:55) SNF: Buccaneers at Patriots(45:25) MNF: Raiders at Chargers(48:00) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
10/2/2021 • 52 minutes, 53 seconds
WTF Happened Wednesday: Stafford to DJax & Mahomes misses
We self-scouted ourselves and took a different approach this week to make the podcast more audio-friendly. Chris goes deep on quarters coverage, and Ahmed breaks down a flea flicker.(3:30) Packers-49ers: How the same play came up big for Green Bay on both offense & defense. And what does Jimmy Garoppolo do for the 49ers that Trey Lance doesn't?(23:55) Aaron Rodgers: Chris breaks down his beautiful TD and "that" throw to Davante Adams.(37:00) Matthew Stafford: How did DeSean Jackson get behind the Bucs?(46:40) Tom Brady: How the Rams disguised their pass rush to get to him.(55:35) Mac Jones: His arm isn't why the Patriots aren't making big plays.(58:30) Patrick Mahomes: Why did he miss a potential big play in a loss the Chiefs dominated?(1:11:10) Trevor Lawrence: Ahmed takes control of the cowboy to show how JJ Watt helped turn a flea flicker TD into a pick-six.
9/29/2021 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 20 seconds
Week 3 Recap: Rodgers magic & "The best team in the AFC"
Chris is on a heater with his best bets and he's not hiding it. Then he and Paul hit every game from a wild Week 3 Sunday.(4:40) Packers def. 49ers: "This makes me think differently about Green Bay moving forward"(14:50) Rams def. Buccaneers: Now everybody is seeing what Simms has always said about Matthew Stafford(21:25) Chargers def. Chiefs: Justin Herbert is special, while Patrick Mahomes was "too cool for school"(28:35) Bills def. Washington: "Buffalo is the best team in the AFC"(32:40) Browns def. Bears: Damn! Okay...Myles Garrett! And Matt Nagy has to do better for Justin Fields(39:30) Saints def. Patriots: "I was surprised how New Orleans dominated up front"(43:30) Broncos def. Jets: Teams are onto Zach Wilson's blocking schemes.(47:45) Cardinals def. Jaguars: Despite Trevor Lawrence's mistakes, Chris is "not worried about him one bit"(53:00) Titans def. Colts: Harold Landry stands out for an improving Tennessee defense(55:25) Ravens def. Lions: Justin Tucker is the GOAT, but the Lions got screwed(1:00:30) Raiders def. Dolphins: Viva Las Vegas! Is Derek Carr a Top 10 QB?(1:05:00) Bengals def. Steelers: Big Ben looks cooked(1:08:40) Vikings def. Seahawks: Seattle is feast or famine(1:14:10) Falcons def. Giants: "Sorry, Eli." And has Chris lost confidence in Joe Judge?
9/27/2021 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 12 seconds
Week 3 Picks: Bucs-Rams heavyweight fight + Rodgers back to Cali
Mike is reeling after Chris' 3-0 Best Bets performance last week.(2:45) TNF: Panthers at Texans(4:10) Washington at Bills(6:50) Bears at Browns(9:30) Ravens at Lions(13:00) Cardinals at Jaguars(15:00) Chargers at Chiefs(17:30) Saints at Patriots(20:55) Falcons at Giants(23:25) Bengals at Steelers(25:55) Colts at Titans(29:15) Jets at Broncos(32:15) Dolphins at Raiders(35:15) Buccaneers at Rams(40:10) Seahawks at Vikings(43:40) SNF: Packers at 49ers(50:15) MNF: Eagles at Cowboys(51:25) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
It's another WTF Happened Wednesday as Chris breaks down some of the biggest plays of the week. Then the guys invite former NFL Athletic Trainer Mike Ryan on to teach us about recovery timelines for the big QB injuries of the week.(5:45) Kyler Murray: How a Patrick Peterson gaffe led to a big play for the Cards.(23:15) Derek Carr: How Minkah Fitzpatrick's mistake led to a Henry Ruggs bomb.(33:45) Derrick Henry: How a key AJ Brown block sprung him for a monster TD.(46:05) Justin Herbert: How his bad red zone decision was very costly for the Chargers(54:05) Zach Wilson: How Corey Davis did him no favors on one of his INTs(1:06:10) Colts: They ran the same play twice, and it burned them(1:14:50) Injury Expert Mike Ryan: He joins to tell us about the outlook for Carson Wentz, Ben Roethlisberger, Derek Carr, Andy Dalton, and Tua Tagovailoa.
Ahmed is back, and he is swaddled in Under Armour swag. He and Chris hit every Week 2 game with Damn! Okay, Self-Scout Thyself, and Give Me The Headlines.(4:45) Ravens def. Chiefs: "Their whole gameplan is around Lamar Jackson"(13:40) Raiders def. Steelers: "He's the MVP of football after 2 weeks"(22:20) Titans def. Seahawks: Derrick Henry broke Seattle's defense(29:30) Panthers def. Saints: "Their defense is a freak show"(35:40) Cowboys def. Titans: "Micah Parsons looks like he's played defensive end his whole life"(42:25) 49ers def. Eagles: "Their defense saved the day"(47:05) Browns def. Texans: Cleveland's run game is unstoppable, but Chris is worried about their defense(52:25) Patriots def. Jets: How bad was Zach Wilson's game?(1:00:40) Bills def. Dolphins: Chris takes an "L" on underestimating Gregory Rousseau(1:04:20) Rams def. Colts: Some bad breaking news for Carson Wentz(1:09:30) Cardinals def. Vikings: "It's gooooooood!!!!!!! No he missed it."(1:15:50) Buccaneers def. Falcons: "Cruise control" for the Tampa offense(1:19:05) Bears def. Bengals: It's "Fields of Dreams" time for Chicago(1:23:15) Broncos def. Jaguars: Teddy B knows how to "Be. Aggressive."(1:27:20) Ahmed's (Top Pick TBD) Power Rankings: Who is the frontrunner for the top pick in 2022?
9/20/2021 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 37 seconds
Week 2 Picks: Mahomes vs Lamar + Browns & Bills get right
Mike and Chris are ready to bounce back in their picks after an underdog-dominated Week 1.(1:55) Giants-Washington(5:40) Saints-Panthers(9:45) Bengals-Bears(12:55) Texans-Browns(15:10) Rams-Colts(18:20) Broncos-Jaguars(20:00) Bills-Dolphins(22:40) Patriots-Jets(24:30) 49ers-Eagles(27:30) Raiders-Steelers(30:15) Vikings-Cardinals(33:55) Falcons-Buccaneers(36:00) Cowboys-Chargers(39:15) Titans-Seahawks(42:05) Chiefs-Ravens(45:50) Lions-Packers(49:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
9/16/2021 • 53 minutes, 17 seconds
WTF Happened Wednesday: Tyreek Torches Browns, Steelers stifle Allen
It's our first WTF Happened of the season, and Chris has a new toy to break down every play.(6:05) Chiefs def. Browns: How did Tyreek Hill torch Cleveland (again)?(18:15) Rams def. Bears: How did Cooper Kupp get so wide open?(31:20) Steelers def. Bills: How did the Steelers contain Josh Allen?(43:15) Saints def. Packers: WTF happened on Aaron Rodgers' "nut shot" INT?(52:00) Raiders def. Ravens: How did Derek Carr burn the Baltimore blitz?(1:03:35) Buccaneers def. Cowboys: How did Tom Brady & Antonio Brown beat the Cowboys 2-man?
It's the first Recap Monday and there's a lot for Chris and Paul to break down. The guys go through nominees for "Damn! Okay...", "Self-Scout Thyself", and "Victory Lap" to decide what games we can overreact to.(4:05) Chiefs def. Browns: "Cleveland treated Tyreek Hill like a pedestrian"(13:40) Seahawks def. Colts: "I'm not sure there's a better trio that can go to the house on every play"(16:00) Rams def. Bears: How is Matthew Stafford helping Sean McVay get better?(19:35) 49ers def. Lions: "He's as important to the 49ers offense as anyone on that team"(28:40) Cardinals def. Titans: Is Kliff Kingsbury's offense evolving?(38:00) Steelers def. Bills: Should we be worried about a Josh Allen regression?(45:10) Saints def. Packers: "Green Bay's dropback pass game is not a special thing"(53:10) Eagles def. Falcons: A couple Philly fans are tweeting at Chris. Just a couple.(58:45) Texans def. Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence should get used to this(1:02:00) Panthers def. Jets: "Zach Wilson still made the most eye-popping throws out of all the rookies"(1:07:15) Broncos def. Giants: "I'm not going to give up on Daniel Jones yet"(1:11:00) Dolphins def. Patriots: Positive signs from both Mac Jones & Tua Tagovailoa(1:14:55) Chargers def. Washington: Justin Herbert was great, but it's the LA O-line that caught Chris' eye(1:21:20) Bengals def. Vikings: Chris loses it over a Zac Taylor decision
9/13/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 27 seconds
Week 1 Picks
Oh baby, football is back, and so is the Florio-Simms joint collaboration! After a wild Kickoff game, Chris does his picks from Raymond James Stadium while blocking out the noise (literally).(2:40) Eagles at Falcons(5:00) Steelers at Bills(7:45) Jets at Panthers(9:40) Vikings at Bengals(12:45) 49ers at Lions(14:50) Jaguars at Texans(16:25) Seahawks at Colts(19:00) Cardinals at Titans(20:30) Chargers at Washington(22:50) Browns at Chiefs(25:25) Dolphins at Patriots(27:45) Packers vs Saints (in Jacksonville)(30:25) Broncos at Giants(32:25) SNF: Bears at Rams(34:10) MNF: Ravens at Raiders(36:20) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues Pick
9/10/2021 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds
2021 Playoff Bracket & MVP Predictions
Chris introduces our new sponsor, just in time for the long-awaited 2021 predictions podcast. But first, Chris gives some thoughts on college QBs he saw this weekend and Paul recaps working the epic Notre Dame-Florida State game.(8:45) AFC East: Will the Patriots take the division back from the Bills?(12:20) AFC North: Can Chris get over his Browns mental block?(15:55) AFC South: Will the Colts get past their bad preseason?(18:40) AFC West: Can anyone challenge the Chiefs?(21:40) NFC East: Do the Cowboys deserve to be favorites?(26:00) NFC North: How big is the gap between the Packers and the rest?(27:50) NFC South: Chris tells you the team to not sleep on this year(33:10) NFC West: Will the 49ers QB uncertainty hold them back?(39:10) Playoff teams: Seeding the AFC & NFC, and who missed the cut?(48:40) Playoff bracket: Simms bucks the chalk and predicts a wild Super Bowl LVI matchup(1:06:55) 2021 Awards: A new MVP, and which QB wins rookie of the year?
9/8/2021 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 46 seconds
Patriots cut Cam Newton + NFC Win Totals
As the Patriots cut Cam Newton, Chris tells the story of the time he was a potential backup for Bill Belichick.(5:45) #AskMeAnything: Is Andy Reid building a running O-line? How did Sam Darnold look in the preseason?(11:05) GUEST: Big Phil: Papa Simms returns to give his outlook for Mac Jones. And can Trey Lance fix his throwing this season?(45:25) Win Total Over/Unders: NFC East(56:55) Win Total Over/Unders: NFC North(1:02:35) Win Total Over/Unders: NFC South(1:10:20) Win Total Over/Unders: NFC West
9/1/2021 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 26 seconds
Start Justin Fields + AFC Win Totals
Chris tells us what should (and will) happen in the 49ers, Patriots, and Bears QB battles. Then he and Paul pick over/under for AFC win totals. But first, Simms explains how he dodged a face-full of cake Sunday night.(5:30) Jimmy Garoppolo vs Trey Lance: Did Kyle Shanahan show his hand yesterday?(23:30) Cam Newton vs Mac Jones: What does Mac bring to the Patriots that Cam (and Tom Brady) did not?(35:15) Andy Dalton vs Justin Fields: "Have I seen everything I need from Justin Fields? No. But..."(45:15) Win Total Over/Unders: AFC East(55:05) Win Totals Over/Unders: AFC North(1:06:00) Win Totals Over/Unders: AFC South(1:15:00) Win Totals Over/Unders: AFC West
8/30/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 41 seconds
#AskMeAnything on Jameis & Trevor + GUEST: Injury expert Mike Ryan
We hit the mailbag to answer questions about young QBs and impressive rookies. And then Chris and Paul welcome on Sunday Night Football's injury expert, Mike Ryan, to talk about how worried we should be about Dak Prescott, Joe Burrow, and Carson Wentz.(3:15) Jameis Winston: Chris has changed his mind on the Saints QB battle.(8:50) Trevor Lawrence: Does the Jaguars offense fit him?(15:30) Tua Tagovailoa: "I don't Tua last year throw's this football"(25:10) Lamar Jackson: "It's not about figuring him out. It's on the Ravens coaches to make sure they are not figured out."(32:15) Kyle Shanahan: How is his run-first offense different from Baltimore's?(34:15) Kyler Murray: Chris is concerned about him and the Kliff Kingsbury offense.(39:00) Rookie Pass Rushers: Which one will have the most sacks?(42:40) Rookie Regrets: Justin Fields and Jaylen Waddle are making Simms doubt his spring rankings. (45:45) Javian Hawkins: He's been cut, and Chris thinks there's more to the story.(47:05) Breakout WR: Who could be this year's Stefon Diggs?(49:00) GUEST: Mike Ryan - NBC's Sports Medicine Analyst explains whether we should be concerned about Dak Prescott, Joe Burrow, and Carson Wentz being 100% this season.(1:10:20) Giants: What's their floor and ceiling this year?
8/25/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 31 seconds
"I've Seen Enough": Projections for QB Competitions
We're not 100% through the preseason, but Chris is ready to make some calls on who should start Week 1 for some key QB competitions. But first he welcomes Paulie B back to the set.(7:00) Andy Dalton vs Justin Fields: "Let's go ahead and start the Justin Fields era"(20:55) Jimmy Garoppolo vs Trey Lance: "After that performance, I don't think Lance is going to be in Shanahan's trust tree"(36:45) Cam Newton vs Mac Jones: Even if it's Cam, how short a leash does he have?(43:55) Teddy Bridgewater vs Drew Lock: "It's a tough call. Both have played really well"(50:20) Zach Wilson: "To all the haters, it's over. Move on from your narrative."
We hear all the time "don't overreact to the preseason." But what news is everyone UNDER-reacting to? Or what underreactions are people overreacting to? Or something like that...this episode got a little loopy. Bottom line, Chris and Ahmed give you some football storylines that we should be paying more attention to.(4:45) Dak Prescott: "His throws this offseason look different"(12:10) Ezekiel Elliott: Is it good that he's lost weight?(16:20) Rookie LBs: Micah Parsons, Zaven Collins, & Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah look NFL-ready(23:20) Low blocks: A new NFL rule may make life even harder on defenses.(28:50) Taysom Hill: Was his INT his fault?(34:10) Carson Wentz: Are the Colts in trouble without him?(40:30) Dwayne Haskins: Is he the heir to Ben Roethlisberger?(47:30) Drew Lock: Simms hasn't given up on him yet(53:00) Javonte Williams & Najee Harris: They're already making Chris self-scout his RB draft rankings(57:40) Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes is (probably) making history off the field, while Chris Jones could be ushering in a new defensive era(1:04:20) Matthew Stafford: Does it matter if he plays in the preseason?(1:09:00) Raiders QBs: Could Jon Gruden pass up Marcus Mariota for Nathan Peterman?
8/18/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 59 seconds
Wow-O-Meter: Fields, Lance, and other Rookie QB debuts
We're baaaaaaaack! Our Olympics hiatus is done and Chris and Ahmed are back at the desk. The guys react to how the big name rookie passers did in their first NFL action, using the Wow-O-Meter...as soon as they figure out how to say Wow-O-Meter.(6:45) Justin Fields - "His natural feel and pocket presence was better than most"(21:05) Trey Lance - "Impressive, but not every pass should be a fireball"(31:50) Trevor Lawrence - "Not that it was bad, but I expect more"(40:10) Zach Wilson - "He had the most realistic NFL regular season-type of performance"(48:40) Mac Jones - Can he really beat out Cam Newton for the starting job?(58:00) Kellen Mond - "It wasn't up to par with these other guys"(1:00:45) Jordan Love - There were positive signs, but one part of his game was "pitiful"
8/16/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 38 seconds
Josh Allen gets paid, Joe Burrow returning from ACL, and Dak on Hard Knocks
Simms & Florio discuss Josh Allen's new deal and what it means for Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson; Dak Prescott on Hard Knocks; Joe Burrow's struggles returning from ACL injury; "Holding In" is the latest negotiating tactic for TJ Watt, Jamal Adams, and Duane Brown.
8/11/2021 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds
Cam vs Mac, Jimmy G vs Trey Lance, and Dak's injury
In the latest PFT/Unbuttoned Joint Collaboration, Simms & Florio hash out the bad luck injuries for the Colts, Dak's injury, Cam Newton vs Mac Jones, Deshaun's tradeability, and Jimmy G vs Trey Lance
8/4/2021 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Aaron Rodgers shows up, so does Deshaun, and what the hell are the Jets doing??
Ohhh baby! Simms is back on the pod and is joined by Mike Florio for a PFT-Unbuttoned Joint Collaboration to discuss Aaron Rodgers, Deshaun Watson, Zach Wilson, and Xavien Howard
7/28/2021 • 44 minutes, 41 seconds
Top 40 QB Tiers, #AskMeAnything, & Fake Lasers
Chris and Paul recap the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown by taking your questions on Lamar Jackson vs Kyler Murray, a league full of Case Keenums, and a fake 2006 commercial.(5:45) Top 40 QB Tiers: Chris puts some lines of demarcation on his rankings. And could he see anyone passing Mahomes next year?(19:00) Case Keenum: If he was the QB of every team in the NFL, who wins the Super Bowl?(23:40) QBs 41-50: What were the names that just missed out on the Top 40?(27:55) QB Rank Concerns: Who does Chris think could take a big leap or fall from his current rank?(30:55) Josh Allen vs Aaron Rodgers: "When I started, I had Rodgers #2"(36:20) Lamar Jackson vs Kyler Murray: What separated them for Simms?(42:00) Russell Wilson: Can the Seahawks new OC improve his passing?(44:00) Derek Carr: Could he fit the Seattle offense if the Raiders trade for Wilson next year?(45:45) Baker Mayfield: What kind of extension should he get?(49:30) Ryan Tannehill: How will defenses adjust to stop the Titans play-action attack?(53:45) Sam Darnold: How did he move up the Top 40 after his disappointing season?(58:00) Trey Lance: Chris likes his running ability, but is it overrated?(59:30) Davis Mills: Should anyone compare him to Andrew Luck?(1:04:45) Cam Newton: Are his days of being a Top 10 QB done?(1:07:15) Fantasy Files: Chris gives us the backstory for a 2006 commercial of him throwing (fake?) lasers(1:11:00) Big Effer vs Little Effer: Was Chris a better college QB than Phil?(1:15:15) Top 10 QBs To Drink With: The homies pointed out the many flaws in Producer Pete's list.(1:20:20) Andrew Luck vs Carson Palmer: Who had the better career?(1:24:30) Brett Favre: Is he a Top 10 all-time QB?
6/24/2021 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 24 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown #4-1 + The Miz on Ahmed's Super Brawl
We reach the end of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, and then welcome WWE superstar The Miz to weigh in on Ahmed's Super Brawl.(8:30) QB #4 Deshaun Watson: "Just between the lines, there is no weakness to his game"(20:55) QB #3 Aaron Rodgers & #2 Josh Allen: "This was the hardest ranking for me on the whole list" (44:00) QB #1 Patrick Mahomes: "Nobody brings more belief & magic to a football field"(58:50) Top 10 QBs To Drink A Woodford Reserve With: Producer Pete makes his own list for Twitter to hate.(1:09:30) GUEST - The Miz: We got an expert to come on and critique Ahmed's Super Brawl rankings, and he doesn't hold back
6/21/2021 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #8-5 + Throwing in the Rain
We're nearing the end of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown with 4 more QBs revealed, and Paul returns with some Kentucky-themed QB Jeopardy. But first, Chris tells the story of the time his grandfather lost all his teeth.(3:55) Cam Newton & Tua Tagovailoa: How much should we care about interceptions at rainy June minicamps?(12:20) Xavien Howard, Stephon Gilmore, & Jamal Adams: Who should be getting new contracts?(22:30) QB #8 Matthew Stafford: "He's on a team now, and everyone is going to see what he's worth."(33:20) QB #7 Kyler Murray: Is Kliff Kingsbury holding him back?(41:55) QB #6 Lamar Jackson: "We're still talking about the most dangerous weapon in football"(53:40) QB #5 Russell Wilson: "If they're close in the 4th quarter, I'm going with Russell Wilson"(1:15:50) #AskMeAnything: Where would Philip Rivers rank in the Top 40? And Chris explains our podcast logo.(1:25:30) QB Jeopardy: In honor of Woodford Reserve, Paul has some Kentucky-related trivia.
6/16/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #12-9 + Ahmed finishes the "Super Brawl"
We hit the Top 10 of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, and Ahmed gives the final 8 tag teams in the "Super Brawl." But first, Ahmed says he's hooked on Harry Mack and Chris reminisces about the Texas freestyle rap scene.(8:30) QB #12 Ryan Tannehill: "It's time to let go of the old narratives"(24:00) QB #11 Justin Herbert: Why should defenses stop blitzing him?(34:25) QB #10 Tom Brady: "We saw a different Brady last year, and his arm is still top-notch."(48:20) QB #9 Dak Prescott: Maybe Cowboys fans finally realize what they have. And Chris takes a victory lap over an NFL "insider."(1:03:00) #AskMeAnything: Did Chris even SEE Jalen hurts play last year? And is Jon Gruden holding back Derek Carr?(1:10:20) Super Brawl: Ahmed re-brands the QB/Coach Royal Rumble and reveals the Top 8.
6/14/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 38 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #16-13; plus Big Phil on Jordan Love, and "There's a crab on the loose!"
Simms & Ahmed reveal 4 more on the Top 40 QB Countdown, Big Phil chimes in on Baker vs Burrow, Jordan Love, and why hoops skills matters when it comes to QBs. Plus, a European version of "Rate Your Snap Count"(6:30) QB #16 Kirk Cousins: Better than you give him credit for, but there's one big thing missing(18:20) QB #15 Matt Ryan: Simms makes a bold prediction for the remainder of Ryan's Falcons career(28:45) QB #14 Derek Carr: "I thought he brought a bit of an edge...I saw him yell at Gruden last year. It made me proud."(39:15) QB #13 Baker Mayfield: "If you argued he was 9 or 10, I wouldn't fight you on it"(47:15) Big Phil: Why Baker Mayfield made a big leap last year(57:00) Baker or Burrow?(1:01:45) Jordan Love sounds like he's struggling early in Packers minicamp(1:06:30) Big Phil recalls the time a QB didn't get drafted because he wasn't good at playing basketball(1:14:30) Rate Your Snap Count: Rollicking new submissions from Scotland and England, and the phrase "There's a crab on the loose" is uttered
6/9/2021 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 51 seconds
Julio Jones traded + Top 40 QB Countdown: #20-17
Julio Jones is traded, Simms reveals 4 more names from the Top 40 QB Countdown, and Ahmed gets into the Top 10 of his QB/Coach Royal Rumble rankings. But first, Chris analyzes Ahmed's dapper Belmont Stakes attire.(5:15) Julio Jones trade: The Titans could have a historic WR duo. Ryan Tannehill is good, get over it. And why couldn't the Falcons get more for Julio?(21:00) QB #20 Cam Newton: "He still has one of the greatest presences on a football field. It's not just about the passing numbers."(35:15) QB #19 Sam Darnold: Chris still thinks he can be a franchise QB. But Ahmed knows Sam is lying.(46:20) QB #18 Carson Wentz: "I'm not going to knock him all the way down because of 1 year in a bad offense with a bad supporting cast."(59:25) QB #17 Joe Burrow: "If he doesn't get hurt, he's definitely around the Top 10 this year"(1:10:15) Homies react: What do Baker & Burrow have over Big Ben? Why didn't Jordan Love make the Top 40?(1:15:15) QB/Coach Royal Rumble Countdown: Ahmed reveals the #16-9 toughest tag teams(1:29:55) Chris Simms, Professional Body Inspector: Giovani Bernard enters the quad-rena, and AJ Dillon has 2 nicknames.
6/7/2021 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 40 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #25-21
Chris reveals 5 more QBs in his Top 40 QB Countdown (with a new cool official sponsor), and Big Phil finally stopped dodging us.(7:15) #25 Jameis Winston: "He's a top 10 talent when he plays clean and smart."(15:55) #24 Taysom Hill: "Jameis is a better traditional QB, but tradition is gone."(24:25) #23 Ryan Fitzpatrick: "Fitz-tragic is over. It's done. That's old stuff."(30:50) #22 Ben Roethlisberger: "The Steelers need to take the Brady & Buccaneers route with him"(39:50) #21 Jimmy Garoppolo: Would he be ranked higher if he wasn't an injury risk?(46:10) Big Phil: He joins to weigh in on Jameis vs Taysom, and goes deep on passing mechanics.(1:19:20) Homies react: Who has a biggest upside: Drew Lock or Daniel Jones? Why doesn't Chris rank Trevor Lawrence & Zach Wilson higher?(1:26:30) High school phenom? Chris weighs in on the ridiculous throws from Texas high schooler Quinn Ewers
6/3/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 12 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #30-26
Chris continues his Top 40 QB Countdown and Ahmed continues his QB/Coach Royal Rumble Countdown, and it all sounds so much sweeter thanks to their new microphones.(6:40) #30 Mac Jones: "I don't look at him as a normal rookie"(19:05) #29 Andy Dalton: He's in front of Justin Fields now, but for how long?(30:30) #28 Trevor Lawrence: "What can't he do on a football field?"(37:20) #27 Zach Wilson: "His throwing is out-of-this-world special"(47:55) #26 Daniel Jones: "He has the potential to be a Top 15 QB"(58:20) Homies react: Why didn't Gardner Minshew or Jalen Hurts make the Top 40?(1:05:45) QB/Coach Royal Rumble Countdown: Ahmed reveals the #24-17 toughest tag teams(1:18:30) Rate Your Snap Count: Green 86! Black 80!
6/1/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 43 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #35-31
Chris reveals 5 more names in his Top 40 QB Countdown, while Ahmed is starting his own countdown. Then, the guys rate some fan-submitted snap counts.(4:35) Chris Simms, Professional Body Inspector: It's an AJ Dillon vs Mike Davis quad-off.(14:30) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown reactions: Chris responds to questions on #39 Justin Fields, #38 Trey Lance, and #37 Kellen Mond.(26:30) #35 Tyrod Taylor: "A great backup like Case Keenum, but with better physical talents"(34:20) #34 Tua Tagovailoa: "I saw growth, but he's gotta be more aggressive."(44:45) #33 Drew Lock: "He has real upside to be a big-time QB. But he's boom-or-bust right now."(51:20) #32 Teddy Bridgewater: "He has no chance of being a big-time QB, but I trust him more than Drew Lock."(58:50) #31 Jared Goff: "He battle-tested, but he doesn't play the game like a really experienced quarterback."(1:11:20) QB/Coach Royal Rumble Countdown: Ahmed went all-in and reveals pairs #32-25.(1:24:30) Rate Your Snap Count: Black 88! Purple 69!
5/26/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 26 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #40-36
It's here! The 2021 edition of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown begins with numbers 40 to 36.(4:10) Overview: Chris explains the guidelines for his rankings. "It's not what you have done all-time or what you will do 3 years down the road. It's what you can do for me this year, and everyone's on the same team."(7:35) QB #40 Case Keenum: "One of the ultimate backups. You can win a Super Bowl with him."(14:05) QB #39 Justin Fields: "He could be Top 20 midseason. But he could also fall out of the Top 40."(30:00) QB #38 Trey Lance: Chris loves his "top end talent," but breaks down some mechanical issues.(45:45) QB #37 Kellen Mond: "He's one of the most NFL-ready rookies." And why would Bruce Arians pick Kyle Trask over Mond?(54:30) QB #36 Marcus Mariota: "If he gets his opportunity, I think he can be a starter again."
5/24/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 42 seconds
Simms Top 40 QB Countdown Preview
With the 2021 Simms Top 40 QB Countdown starting next week, Chris and Paul look back at last year's list.(2:35) Legs & Ass: We need to discuss Mike Davis' quads.(8:30) Simms 2020 Top 40 QBs: Chris self-scouts himself on last year's list.(29:45) 2021 QB Props: Who is the best bet to lead the NFL in pass yards & pass TD?(44:00) QB Jeopardy: We see how much Simms knows about last year's Top 10 QBs.
5/19/2021 • 55 minutes, 48 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Chiefs Super Bowl Hangover + QB-Coach Royal Rumble
Simms coaches Ahmed on New York traffic and his snap count before they empty the mailbag with a 100% #AskMeAnything.(10:00) Rookie QBs: How would Chris rank the 2021 Draft class on pure ceiling? Where would Jordan Love rank in this class? Is Fields/Dalton similar to Mahomes/Smith?(22:20) "What If?" QBs: Who is the best QB who hasn't won a Super Bowl? What bust would have succeeded on a better team? And Chris clarifies his stance on Sam Darnold.(31:30) Spider 2 Y Banana: Chris picks his perfect receivers for Jon Gruden's favorite play.(35:30) London team: What are the hurdles for an NFL team moving overseas?(38:20) Jets: How much of a jump will the offense take from Adam Gase to Mike LaFleur?(40:40) Trey Lance: How much reading of the defense did he do in college?(42:00) Brady's Bucs: How many QBs could have won the Super Bowl last year with that supporting cast?(48:30) Defensive schemes: Which one currently gives NFL offenses the most trouble?(53:10) Vikings: How big a bounceback will Mike Zimmer's defense have this year? And does Simms really like Mike Florio?(58:50) Chiefs: Get ready for a Super Bowl hangover.(1:00:55) OBJ: Would the Browns be better off trading him?(1:04:35) Aaron Rodgers: Should the Broncos trade for him? Can the Packers still win the Super Bowl with him?(1:10:55) 2021 Draft picks: Should Baltimore have taken Terrace Mashall Jr instead of Rashod Bateman? How will the Cardinals use LB Zaven Collins? How did the Chargers do in the draft?(1:17:45) Fights: Who was the most intimidating player Chris ever faced? And what QB-Head Coach combo would win an NFL Royal Rumble?
5/17/2021 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 52 seconds
Most Improved 2021 Defenses
After we hit the offenses that improved and declined this offseason on Monday, today we'll hit the defenses. Also, Paul brings the return of QB Jeopardy.(9:15) Week 1 Schedule Released - Chris and Paul talk about the best matchups of Week 1, including Josh Allen vs the Steelers defense and The Darnold Bowl.(23:30) Year In (P)Review: Passing Defenses - Washington is ready to dominate this season, and the Titans can turn it around.(35:40) Rushing Defenses - Are the Bucs a lock to be #1 again? And Chris likes what the Lions and Bengals have done.(44:10) Scoring Defenses - The Patriots and Dolphins could jump the Rams for best defense in the league.(54:20) QB Jeopardy! - With Tebowmania back in vogue, we do some 2011 season QB trivia.(1:06:50) #AskMeAnything - What is the best QB-coach combo in the NFC West? And do the 49ers have a better chance of reaching the Super Bowl with Jimmy G or Trey Lance?
5/12/2021 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 39 seconds
Faster than DK? + Most Improved 2021 Offenses
Chris & Ahmed talk about the fastest players in the NFL, predict offenses that will improve and decline this season, and hit the mailbag. But first, they talk about a weekend of old man injuries.(7:15) Faster Than DK? Fresh off DK Metcalf's impressive 100m performance, what NFL players could beat him in a race?(23:00) Year In (P)Review: Passing Offenses - Are the Chiefs the best bet to be the #1 next year? Could the Giants take a big leap forward?(44:00) Rushing Offenses - Don't be surprised if the Titans fall off. And did the Steelers do enough to fix their run game?(58:15) Scoring Offenses - Is Baker Mayfield holding back the Browns? And Chris reacts to breaking news of the Colts signing Eric Fisher.(1:11:30) #AskMeAnything: Chris re-ranks the 2020 rookie RBs heading into Year 2. And Ahmed pitches his "3-win Sunday" idea to revitalize the MLB.
5/10/2021 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 4 seconds
2021 Rookie Predictions + #AskMeAnything
With the draft in the books, Chris makes some predictions about the 2021 rookies, and we get Big Phil's take on the weekend's events. Then Paul grabs some questions from the mailbag.(4:15) 2021 Rookie Predictions, Offense: Who will be this year's Justin Herbert? Jonathan Taylor? Justin Jefferson?(22:15) Big Phil: How much will Trey Lance play this season? How will Mac Jones let the Patriots go back to their strength? What kind of offense will the Bears run with Justin Fields?(1:01:30) 2021 Rookie Predictions, Defense: Who will be this year's Chase Young? Antoine Winfield Jr?(1:13:15) #AskMeAnything: Do the Falcons have the best trio in the NFL? Do the Ravens have enough weapons? Will the Jets baby Zach Wilson? Which Steelers draft pick did Chris like most?
5/5/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 54 seconds
Bust The Narrative: 49ers take Trey Lance + #AskMeAnything: 2021 Draft Recap
Simms responds to all the narratives about the 49ers drafting Trey Lance over Mac Jones, and then gives us the 2021 Draft picks he loved and questioned. But first, Ahmed regales us with tales from the Kentucky Derby and then introduces Odafe (formerly Jayson) Oweh.(3:45) Bust The Narrative: 49ers Draft Trey Lance - Did Chris plant the Mac Jones rumor as a smokescreen for Kyle Shanahan? Was Lance San Francisco's target all along?(26:45) 2021 Draft Recap - Jets: They got Chris' #1 QB, but did they need another CB?(31:30) Jaguars: Did Chris give Trent Baalke his draft rankings? And was Travis Etienne a reach?(37:35) Dolphins: Miami fans who hated Simms last year are very conflicted now.(42:30) Lions: Ahmed is pumped, but does he look cool in his Lions draft hat?(48:20) Giants: Dave Gettleman finally traded back! But is Kadarius Toney's route-running a concern?(53:50) Cowboys: What does Micah Parsons mean for Leighton Vander Esch?(59:45) Chiefs: KC has completed their O-line transformation.(1:02:50) Titans: How Tennessee overhauled their secondary.(Producer's note: This podcast was taped before news about Rashad Weaver's assault charge broke.)(1:08:00) Raiders: Alex Leatherwood becomes the latest Mike Mayock questionable pick.(1:10:50) Saints: Payton Turner is not the DE who Chris would have taken.(1:12:10) Buccaneers: Chris has questions about Kyle Trask.(1:14:25) Vikings: How soon could Kellen Mond leap Kirk Cousins?(1:17:15) Washington: Though Chris was not the highest on Jamin Davis, he loves him some Dyami Brown.(1:19:10) Panthers: Terrace Marshall Jr. & Tommy Tremble add to a strong weapons corps for Sam Darnold.(1:23:15) Bears: How does Justin Fields' mechanics compare to Cam Newton? And in some breaking news, the Bears cut their LT.
5/3/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 21 seconds
2021 NFL Draft Round 1 Recap
Simms & Florio recap Round 1 of the NFL Draft(4:00) The 49ers pull a shocker going with Trey Lance(16:00) The Bears get aggressive with a trade-up to snag Justin Fields(23:45) Mac Jones falls to Bill Belichick and the Patriots(30:30) Is the Aaron Rodgers era in Green Bay over?(52:30) 2 RBs in the 1st round? The Steelers grab Najee Harris and the Jaguars pick Travis Etienne(57:30) Peter King joins from Atlanta to talk about the Falcons drafting Kyle Pitts(1:01:45) Florio & Simms hand out some Round 1 Superlatives: WRs fly off the board in the Top 10, Caleb Farley & Jaelan Phillips get good value, and the Cowboys get a stud in Micah Parsons(1:13:00) Speed Round: What was the best trade? Which Alabama player will make an immediate impact? Which QB should be happiest with his new protector? And which CB is in the best situation?(1:24:00) The Big Kahuna (Cajones) Draft of the gutsiest picks from Round 1(1:37:45) Names to look for in Round 2 on Friday night
4/30/2021 • 1 hour, 39 minutes, 22 seconds
2021 Draft Sleepers + GUEST: Trey Lance
On the last podcast before the draft, Chris and Paul talk sleepers, QB skill rankings, and take some of your questions. And after, stick around for Chris' interview with North Dakota State QB Trey Lance.(7:10) Simms Mock Draft revisited - Chris elaborates more on why he had Justin Fields at #32, and names the pick he wants to happen the most(19:05) Robin Hood: Draft Sleepers - Simms stumps for less-heralded prospects like Dyami Brown, Amari Rodgers, Marquez Stevenson, Jaelon Darden, Javian Hawkins, and Rashad Weaver.(44:55) QB Rankings Revisited - Chris ranks the 2021 passers on arm strength, mechanics, decision-making, and athleticism.(1:08:25) #AskMeAnything - What is Chris' biggest concern about Zach Wilson? What's are the 49ers needs after QB? Should the Jets target Travis Etienne?(1:17:40) Position Props - Will there be over or under 4.5 wide receivers in Round 1? 5.5 quarterbacks?(1:22:25) GUEST: North Dakota State QB Trey Lance - Simms talks to the top 10 QB prospect about improving his mechanics, his parents' spreadsheets, his basketball skills, and his mindset on the eve of the Draft.
4/28/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Simms 2021 Mock Draft
The long-awaited Simms 2021 Mock Draft is here! Chris predicts what every team will do in Round 1, highlighted by a surprising fall for Justin Fields.(7:00) Big Board: Chris flips Trey Lance and Justin Fields in his final draft rankings.(13:00) #1 Jaguars - QB Trevor Lawrence(15:20) #2 Jets - QB Zach Wilson(16:30) #3 49ers - QB Mac Jones(18:20) #4 Falcons - TE Kyle Pitts(21:10) #5 Bengals - WR Ja'Marr Chase(23:50) #6 Dolphins - WR DeVonta Smith(25:45) #7 Lions - T Penei Sewell(28:30) #8 Washington (trade w CAR) - QB Trey Lance(32:15) #9 Broncos - LB Micah Parsons(35:10) #10 Cowboys - CB Patrick Surtain II(37:00) #11 Patriots (trade w NYG) - WR Jaylen Waddle(39:50) #12 Eagles - CB Jaycee Horn(42:25) #13 Chargers - T Christian Darrisaw(47:10) #14 Vikings - T Alijah Vera-Tucker(49:20) #15 Giants (trade w NE) - EDGE Jayson Oweh(53:30) #16 Cardinals - DT Christian Barmore(57:30) #17 Raiders - LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah(1:00:40) #18 Dolphins - EDGE Kwity Paye(1:02:50) #19 Panthers (trade w WAS) - CB Caleb Farley(1:05:00) #20 Bears - T Rashawn Slater(1:07:15) #21 Colts - EDGE Jaelan Phillips(1:09:15) #22 Titans - T Teven Jenkins(1:10:45) #23 Jets - EDGE Joe Tryon(1:14:50) #24 Steelers - C Landon Dickerson(1:17:10) #25 Jaguars - DT Levi Onwuzurike(1:19:10) #26 Browns - LB Zaven Collins(1:21:15) #27 Ravens - EDGE Azeez Ojulari(1:23:55) #28 Saints - CB Tyson Campbell(1:25:30) #29 Packers - WR Kadarius Toney(1:29:15) #30 Bills - EDGE Gregory Rousseau(1:30:40) #31 Ravens - T Alex Leatherwood(1:33:30) #32 Buccaneers - QB Justin Fields
4/26/2021 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 9 seconds
NFL Draft Interviews: Kellen Mond, Caleb Farley, and Dyami Brown
Ohhh baby. With his Draft rankings in the rearview, Simms talks to a trio of his favorite prospects with Draft Day a week away.(1:40) Texas A&M QB Kellen Mond on why he deserves to be a first-round pick, why he chose to do the 'Zach Wilson Throw' at his Pro Day, and how he self-scouted himself across 4 years with the Aggies.(42:15) Virginia Tech CB Caleb Farley on why teams should take a risk on him, how he talks trash, and his battle in college with Chase Claypool.(1:15:35) UNC WR Dyami Brown on concerns about his route tree, when he knew he was really fast, and why opponents should never leave a CB 1-on-1 with him.
4/22/2021 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 31 seconds
2021 Draft Tight End Rankings
Chris is extra excited today for some reason. He and Ahmed answer some questions, welcome back Big Phil to the pod, and then reveal Chris' last draft position rankings: Tight Ends.(5:05) Bengals re-brand (sort of) - The Uniform Police react to Cincy's new threads(8:50) #AskMeAnything - Should Justin Fields and Trey Lance start right away? Would you rather have Mac Jones at #3 or Kellen Mond at #12? Is Davis Mills a good draft sleeper?(26:55) Big Phil joins - Should the Panthers still draft a QB after trading for Sam Darnold? Do the 49ers need to trade Jimmy Garoppolo? And Phil roasts the most overused draft tropes.(52:15) TE Scouting Process - How does Chris weigh blocking vs receiving? Why does it take TEs so long to reach their potential in the NFL?(58:45) TE #5 Briley Moore (Kansas State) - "Reminded me of Mark Andrews"(1:04:40) TE #4 Brevin Jordan (Miami) - Is he a traditional tight end?(1:09:30) TE #3 Tommy Tremble (Notre Dame) - "His vast skill set screwed him over in production."(1:15:00) TE #2 Pat Freiermuth (Penn State) - Is he really "Baby Gronk?"(1:18:15) TE #1 Kyle Pitts (Florida) - Where would he rank among this year's wide receivers?
4/20/2021 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 24 seconds
2021 Draft Linebacker Rankings
Chris reveals his draft LB rankings, and then he and Ahmed reach into the mailbag.(3:15) LB Scouting Process - Would you rather have a coverage LB or a run thumper? What happened to Isaiah Simmons and Patrick Queen last year? And Chris predicts some 2nd year leaps for the 2020 LB class.(15:30) LB #5 Nick Bolton (Missouri) - How does he compare to Steelers LB Devin Bush?(20:30) LB #4 Jabril Cox (LSU) - How does he compare to other recently drafted LSU LBs?(27:45) LB #3 Zaven Collins (Tulsa) - "The best between-the-tackles LB in the draft"(36:00) LB #2 Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (Notre Dame) - "Arguably my favorite watch in the whole draft"(44:40) LB #1 Micah Parsons (Penn State) - How high could he go? Giants #11? Broncos #9?(55:15) Honorable mentions - Jamin Davis (Kentucky), Chazz Surratt (North Carolina), Baron Browning (Ohio State), Derrick Barnes (Purdue) (1:04:40) #AskMeAnything - What did Chris learn from his interview with a chippy Kellen Mond? Would he have traded up to #3 if he was the 49ers GM? What did he take from Justin Fields 2nd Pro Day? And what do we make of Trevor Lawrence's comments on motivation?
4/15/2021 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 40 seconds
2021 Draft Running Back Rankings
Chris reveals his Draft rankings for the controversial RB position, and he and Paul take a few more of your draft questions.(1:40) RB Scouting Process - Would Chris draft an RB in Round 1 anymore? How would Chris re-rank last year's RB class?(12:00) RB #5 Javonte Williams (North Carolina) - "A ball of power."(18:35) RB #4 Najee Harris (Alabama) - "He's a tough eval for me. I don't think he's a slam dunk #1 RB."(28:10) RB #3 Javian Hawkins (Louisville) - "He's small. That's where the negatives stop."(34:45) RB #2 Michael Carter (North Carolina) - "Nobody tackles him 1-on-1."(44:30) RB #1 Travis Etienne (Clemson) - "The most complete RB in the draft."(55:00) Honorable mentions - Chuba Hubbard (Oklahoma State), Trey Sermon (Ohio State), Kenneth Gainwell (Memphis), Rhamondre Stevenson (Oklahoma)(1:08:45) #AskMeAnything - Is Mac Jones worth trading up for? How does Justin Fields compare to Lamar Jackson? Should the Bengals draft Penei Sewell or Ja'Marr Chase? And Chris tweaks his Aaron Rodgers song.
4/12/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 6 seconds
2021 Draft Defensive Tackle Rankings
Chris and Paul reminisce about football movies and Warren Sapp stories before they take some questions and reveal the Simms 2021 Draft DT Rankings.(9:40) #AskMeAnything - Does Jaelen Phillips' concussion history worry Chris? How does Kwity Paye compare to Rashan Gary? Did Jaycee Horn's 40 impressive Simms? Should the Pats pounce on Kellen Mond?(23:45) DT Scouting Process - Is Simms looking for power or speed from his DTs?(27:45) DT #5 Jay Tufele (USC) - "A stout ball of power"(32:25) DT #4 Alim McNeill (NC State) - "Immovable. A true nose tackle"(37:35) DT #3 Tyler Shelvin (LSU) - "They don't make humans like this very often"(45:05) DT #2 Christian Barmore (Alabama) - "There's no negatives, but I expected more"(52:30) DT #1 Levi Onwuzurike (Washington) - "He moves like he's 275 lbs, but with the strength of a 330-lb guy."(1:09:50) Honorable Mentions - Osa Odighizuwa (UCLA), Daviyon Nixon (Iowa), Milton Williams (Louisiana Tech)(1:14:20) QB Jeopardy: Top 10 Draft Picks
4/8/2021 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 2 seconds
2021 Draft Offensive Line Rankings
Chris and Ahmed react to the Sam Darnold trade and take some QB draft questions before they dive into Simms' OL rankings.(4:20) Sam Darnold trade - Can the Panthers make the playoffs with him? What positions should Carolina target in the draft? Did the Jets get enough for him?(16:10) QB Questions - Did Chris see enough tape of Zach Wilson under pressure? How risky a pick is Justin Fields? Does Mac Jones have more upside than we think?(37:45) OL Scouting Process - How does Chris differentiate between a tackle, guard, and center? What did he learn about his miss on Tristan Wirfs?(46:10) OL #6 Teven Jenkins (Oklahoma State) - "Big country!"(51:10) OL #5 Rashawn Slater (Northwestern) - "One of the tougher evals I've had"(57:10) OL #4 Alijah Vera-Tucker (USC) - "One of the best pure pass protectors in the draft"(1:03:05) OL #3 Landon Dickerson (Alabama) - "This is a Pro Bowl center"(1:08:15) OL #2 Christian Darrisaw (Virginia Tech) - "His anchor is the best in the draft"(1:13:40) OL #1 Penei Sewell (Oregon) - "Rare to see a guy that big who can move the way he can"(1:24:00) Honorable mentions & missed the cut - Walker Little (Stanford), Alex Leatherwood (Alabama), Aaron Banks (Notre Dame), Liam Eichenberg (Notre Dame), Jackson Carman (Clemson), Rasheed Walker (Penn State), Jalen Mayfield (Michigan), Samuel Cosmi (Texas), Brady Christensen (BYU)
4/6/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 30 seconds
2021 Draft EDGE Rankings
Simms reveals his chocolate pretzel hot taeks to Paul before he gives his Pro Day thoughts and Edge Draft Rankings.(4:20) Pro Day reactions - Mac Jones let it go, Justin Fields shows better mechanics, and is Kellen Mond a good fit for the Steelers or Patriots? And would Simms rather have Justin Herbert or Zach Wilson?(29:30) EDGE Scouting Process - What does Chris look for? What did he learn from last year? How does the 2021 class compare to 2020?(34:50) EDGE #5 Dayo Odeyingbo (Vanderbilt) - "Size and versatility"(40:00) EDGE #4 Rashad Weaver (Pitt) - "Long with sneaky explosion, reminds me of Montez Sweat"(46:40) EDGE #3 Jayson Oweh (Penn State) - "The perfect example that stat production is overrated"(54:10) EDGE #2 Kwity Paye (Michigan) - "Rocked-up, thick, powerful, twitchy dude"(1:03:40) EDGE #1 Jaelan Phillips (Miami) - "The best pure pass rusher in the draft"(1:14:10) Honorable mentions - Payton Turner (Houston), Cameron Sample (Tulane)(1:18:00) What about... - Gregory Rousseau (Miami), Ronnie Perkins (Oklahoma), Carlos Basham Jr. (Wake Forest), Azeez Ojulari (Georgia), Joe Tryon (Washington)
4/1/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 18 seconds
#AskMeAnything: 49ers trade up (for Mac Jones?) + Zach Wilson's Pro Day
Chris is excited for another episode where of revealing all of the secrets Kyle Shanahan has told him. And he and Ahmed take all of your questions on the big trade for the 49ers and how to react to Zach Wilson's Pro Day.(4:20) 49ers trade up to #3 - Did San Francisco really have to move up so high? Chris doubles down on Mac Jones. Do the 49ers have to trade Jimmy Garoppolo?(25:40) Justin Fields & Trey Lance - Why doesn't Simms think they're as good a fit for Kyle Shanahan?(37:30) Jets - Can they pass up Zach Wilson? Where would Sam Darnold rank in this draft class?(43:40) Zach Wilson's Pro Day - Chris was blown away by it, and responds to inaccurate comparisons to JaMarcus Russell.(1:03:30) Dolphins & Eagles trade - Does Ja'Marr Chase or DeVonta Smith make more sense for Miami?(1:09:40) Draft misc. - Chris gives his take on Dyami Brown's disappointing 40 time, WRs Amon-Ra St. Brown & Elijah Moore, and CB Greg Newsome.
3/30/2021 • 1 hour, 25 minutes
2021 Draft CB & Safety Rankings
Simms laments his busted March Madness bracket before he and Paul hit the top cornerbacks and safeties in the 2021 Draft.(5:05) WR Rankings reactions - Chris takes a couple of questions about Rashod Bateman and Rondale Moore(8:20) CB scouting process: Chris reflects on what he learned from his 2020 ranks and what he's looking for when he watches CBs.(13:50) CB #6 Marco Wilson (Florida) - "Smooth, good hips, but a little lack of burst breaking on the ball."(16:20) CB #5 Paulson Adebo (Stanford) - "A kamikaze missile. He will hit you."(21:20) CB #4 Aaron Robinson (UCF) - "He got put in tough positions, but the pure ability is amazing."(27:00) CB #3 Patrick Surtain II (Alabama) - "He's a Top 15 pick, but I worry about him against the elite speed receivers"(33:50) CB #2 Tyson Campbell (Georgia) - "A true shutdown elite corner"(40:00) CB #1 Caleb Farley (Virginia Tech) - "I don't know if I've ever evaluated a corner like this. He's worthy of being drafted in the Top 3"(48:45) Safety scouting process: Chris is glad he had Antoine Winfield Jr. at the top of his 2020 rankings.(51:30) S #5 Shawn Davis (Florida) - "He's your traditional safety, a violent tackler"(54:10) S #4 Ar'Darius Washington (TCU) - "He is THE safety at TCU. I watched him and thought 'Honey Badger'"(1:02:50) S #3 Jevon Holland (Oregon) - "He can be a free safety, strong safety, big nickel; he's versatile."(1:07:30) S #2 Elijah Molden (Washington) - "This guy is Jessie Bates. Probably the best open-field tackler in the whole draft."(1:12:20) #1 Andre Cisco (Syracuse) - "His range at free safety was the best of anybody, which at his size is saying something."(1:19:00) Honorable mentions & missed the cut: Chris gives his thoughts on Asante Samuel Jr, Jaycee Horn, Kary Vincent, Trevon Moehrig, Paris Ford, Richie Grant, and Ifeatu Melifonwu
3/24/2021 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 31 seconds
2021 Draft WR Rankings
Ahmed makes his long-awaited return, and Chris reveals his 2021 Draft WR rankings, where his Big 3 is a little different from others you might see.(3:00) Chris explains his process for scouting WRs and looks back at what he learned from last year(12:20) WR #6 Terrace Marshall Jr (LSU) - "aka Justin Jefferson Jr"(20:50) WR #5 Kadarius Toney (Florida) - "He and Ja'Marr Chase are the most dangerous with the ball in their hands."(27:40) WR #4 Jaylen Waddle (Alabama) - "I like him better than I liked Henry Ruggs or Jerry Jeudy."(36:20) WR #3 Dyami Brown (UNC) - "This is my guy. There was nobody that could run with him."(46:15) WR #2 DeVonta Smith (Alabama) - "His physicality was the most pleasant surprise of all."(55:50) WR #1 Ja'Marr Chase (LSU) - "He's a slam dunk. He's the safest and the best. He has everything."(1:10:40) Honorable mentions: Chris gives love to Jaelon Darden, Tutu Atwell, Marquez Stevenson, and D'Wayne Eskridge(1:15:50) Homie questions: What about Rashod Bateman, Rondale Moore, Nico Collins, and Tylan Wallace?
3/22/2021 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 28 seconds
Free Agency Day 2-3 Recap: Dalton to Bears & WR Landing Spots
Chris gives all his analysis on the second wave of free agency, including Andy Dalton to the Bears and what teams are still hunting in the depressed WR market.(3:30) Quarterbacks: What's the best fit for Mitch Trubisky? Would anyone trade for Deshaun Watson right now? And what about Cam Newton's bad mechanics last year?(22:30) Wide Receivers: Curtis Samuel is putting Washington in the leaderhouse in the NFC East. Chris hasn't given up on A.J. Green. And what teams could want Kenny Golladay and JuJu Smith-Schuster?(35:45) Big Phil: He joins to talk about the Patriots spending spree, offensive line changes for the Raiders & Chiefs, and if Andy Dalton is better than Nick Foles.(1:02:00) 49ers: Why Trent Williams wasn't their only big O-line signing this week.(1:07:40) Cornerbacks: Chris doesn't understand why Shaquill Griffin got paid more than William Jackson.(1:13:00) Phillip Lindsay: Simms is concerned by his 2020 film.
3/18/2021 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 11 seconds
Free Agency Day 1 Recap
Tampering Day 1 is Free Agency Day 1, so Chris gives his take on all the big news, right after Paulie B explains an old college photo with some chihuahuas.(4:55) Patriots spending spree: Jonnu Smith AND Hunter Henry? Would Chris rather have Nelson Agholor & Kendrick Bourne or Kenny Golladay? Was there any Belichick move that Simms didn't like? (24:40) Buccaneers: How did they keep Shaq Barrett & Rob Gronkowski? Why should Tampa prioritize Ndamukong Suh over Antonio Brown?(30:00) Re-signings: Leonard Floyd is a star for the Rams, and Kyle Juszczyk was a must-keep for the 49ers(36:45) Jameis Winston: Is he the favorite to win the Saints starting job over Taysom Hill?(38:30) Ryan Fitzpatrick: Does Washington still need to draft a QB?(42:00) Edge rushers: Yannick Ngakoue, Bud Dupree, Carl Lawson, and Trey Hendrickson...which is the best fit? And who is still out there?(47:25) Offensive line: After cutting their tackles, why did the Chiefs sign a guard? And after signing Corey Linsley, could the Chargers target Trent Williams too?(52:55) Jets: Chris is excited for both Corey Davis and Jarrad Davis.(55:00) Wide Receivers: Why are Kenny Golladay and JuJu Smith-Schuster still unsigned?(1:00:10) Defensive backs: The Browns got a good deal with John Johnson. And why are the top CBs still out there?(1:04:40) Robin Hood signings: Who are the best under-the-radar adds?
3/16/2021 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
Free Agency Mega-Preview
It's a special podcast for a special day, as Paulie Burmeister turns 50! What better way to celebrate than hitting every big name in a free agency mega-preview. Who deserves to get paid? Who's fool's gold? Also Big Phil joins to talk about Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson.(5:00) Wide Receivers: Why didn't the Lions tag Kenny Golladay? Chris would love to see Curtis Samuel to the Jets and T.Y. Hilton to the Packers. And is Will Fuller fool's gold?(17:00) Running Backs: Chris doesn't understand why the Packers didn't franchise tag Aaron Jones. Are Chris Carson or Leonard Fournette good options for the Steelers?(27:20) Tight Ends: Why didn't Hunter Henry or Jonnu Smith get the tag? What is the only team Gronk might leave Tampa for?(29:50) Offensive Line: Trent Williams and Corey Linsley are the stars of the group, but don't sleep on Daryl Williams. And please sign Joe Thuney, Bengals.(36:15) Big Phil: He joins to talk Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, and what's the best destination for Jameis Winston, Cam Newton, and Mitchell Trubisky.(1:11:40) Edge Defenders: Is Shaq Barrett worth a massive deal? Should Bud Dupree stay with the Steelers? And buyer beware on Haason Reddick and Trey Hendrickson.(1:18:50) Defensive Tackles: Why does Chris like Dalvin Tomlinson? And will Ndamukong Suh return to the Bucs?(1:20:30) Linebackers: What is the best landing spot for Matt Milano? How much does KJ Wright have left?(1:23:15) Cornerbacks: William Jackson is going to shock everyone. Are Richard Sherman and Patrick Peterson more name than game? And Brian Poole's demand could surprise you.(1:27:30) Safeties: John Johnson deserves to get paid.(1:32:00) QB Jeopardy: 2021 Draft QBs Edition
3/10/2021 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 22 seconds
#AskMeAnything: 2021 Draft QBs
On the heels of releasing his 2021 Draft QB Rankings, Chris answers questions from the homies about his Top 6 passers and others who didn't make the cut.(6:10) Zach Wilson: Should we be concerned about his weak schedule? His shoulder injury? If Chris were the Jaguars GM, would he draft him #1 overall? And should the Jets draft Wilson or trade for Deshaun Watson?(20:45) Trevor Lawrence: Does he remind Chris of Andrew Luck?(24:50) Mac Jones: Are people overlooking his physical traits?(36:30) Kellen Mond: Why could he be a good NFL QB when he wasn't overwhelming in college? And is there any concern over the track record of Jimbo Fisher QBs? And would he be a good fit with the Steelers or 49ers?(48:45) Justin Fields: Does he compare closely to Sam Darnold? How easy will it be to fix his mechanics?(58:15) Trey Lance: Does he compare at all to Josh Allen? Would he be a bad pick for the Panthers at #8?(1:04:45) Others: What does Chris think of Kyle Trask, Davis Mills, Sam Ehlinger, and Jamie Newman? Are there any mid-round sleepers he likes?
3/8/2021 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 20 seconds
2021 Draft QB Rankings
The much awaited debut of the Simms 2021 Draft QB Rankings are here. Chris reveals his Top 6 QBs of the 2021 class, and as always he is not swayed by the consensus opinions.(5:15) Freezing Cold Tweets - Before revealing the list, let's remember the (wrong) ridicule of years past(9:45) QB #1 Zach Wilson (BYU) - "He's got the best arm in the draft. He's clearly #1 for me. Clearly."(24:00) QB #2 Trevor Lawrence (Clemson) - "There's untapped talent, though he does have inconsistencies in his mechanics."(32:30) QB #3 Mac Jones (Alabama) - "He is a machine throwing. He's a Top 10 pick, there's no doubt in my mind."(43:05) QB #4 Kellen Mond (Texas A&M) - "Why is nobody talking about this guy? As a pure, consistent thrower, he's better than Trevor Lawrence."(51:15) QB #5 Justin Fields (Ohio State) - "He's got elite traits. But he has technique issues that make him a project."(1:06:25) QB #6 Trey Lance (North Dakota St) - "He's the most gifted runner of the group. But he hasn't thrown enough."(1:15:45) Tiers - How much of a gap is there between each group? And is there any chance the Jaguars would draft Wilson #1?(1:18:30) Homie questions - Where would Justin Herbert & Joe Burrow rank in the 2021 class? Is Mac Jones a better prospect than Tua Tagovailoa? And is the 2021 QB class as a whole better than 2020?
3/3/2021 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 30 seconds
Bust The Narrative + Free Agent Blind Resumes
Chris tells us which offseason narratives we should bust (or trust), and then Ahmed tries to stump him with some blind resumes about underrated players and pending free agents.(6:35) Bust The Narrative - "The Bucs need to keep both Shaq Barrett and Chris Godwin"(18:00) "The Browns and Lavonte David are a match made in heaven"(22:00) "Nick Foles got a raw deal last year with the Bears and should still be a contender for the starting gig"(26:15) "The Jets are best to stick with Sam Darnold"(29:30) "Deshaun Watson can’t win anytime soon with this Texans roster"(33:50) "Russell Wilson can’t get back to the Super Bowl with Seattle’s coaching"(41:40) "The Cowboys are best with Dak Prescott, Dak is best for Cowboys"(46:10) "The Saints should want Drew Brees to retire"(50:55) Robin Hood: Blind Resume - Chris tries to guess the identity of some underrated stars and pending free agents from their stat lines
3/1/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 23 seconds
Ranking Franchise Tag Candidates
With the franchise tag window opening yesterday, Chris ranks which pending free agents mean the most to their team.(4:00) Dak Prescott - Do the Cowboys have any choice but stick with him?(12:15) Wide Receivers - Ranking Allen Robinson, Chris Godwin, Kenny Golladay, and Will Fuller(28:45) Offensive Linemen - Tough decisions for the Packers, Patriots, Panthers, & Football Team(37:45) Tight Ends - Jonnu Smith over Hunter Henry?(42:30) Aaron Jones - Are the Packers ready to turn to AJ Dillon?(46:20) Edge Rushers - Could we see a 2nd straight tag for Shaq Barrett, Yannick Ngakoue, Matt Judon, Leonard Williams, and Bud Dupree?(56:10) Safeties - The Broncos, Rams, Saints, and Vikings could lose some of the best safeties in the league(1:05:10) Matt Milano & Shaquill Griffin - Have they done enough to be paid at the top of their position?(1:08:50) #AskMeAnything - Chris on how he scouts QBs and the biggest difference between college and the pros(1:16:30) QB Jeopardy - Paul brings trivia on Deshaun Watson and other QBs in the news
2/24/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 27 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Wentz, Watt, Big Ben, and QB Questions
Chris is back from his staycation, and he and Ahmed hit the mailbag hard with a full #AskMeAnything pod.(4:55) Carson Wentz trade - Have the Colts upgraded from Philip Rivers? Should the Eagles hand the starting job to Jalen Hurts?(17:20) J.J. Watt - What is the best scheme for him?(22:20) Ben Roethlisberger - If the Steelers cut him, what is their best replacement? Mason Rudolph? Cam Newton?(28:15) Deshaun Watson - What will it cost to get him? Is he a good fit for Kyle Shanahan's 49ers system? What else should the Texans do to rebuild?(40:50) QB Questions - Should the Bears trade up for Zach Wilson? How many QBs could go 1st round? Should the Cowboys be scared of paying Dak? Why is there so much disrespect for Sam Darnold?(53:25) New Coaches - What will Raheem Morris change about the Rams defense? Can Arthur Smith rejuvenate Matt Ryan?(1:04:30) Under The Radar Free Agents - Curtis Samuel, Leonard Floyd, William Jackson and more.(1:13:40) The Next Gennies - Ahmed hands out kudos for some leaders in advanced stats this season.
2/22/2021 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 33 seconds
George Kittle & Mark Ingram
Ohhh baby, Simms is on vacation so no regular pod this week. But we've got interviews with a couple of his favorites:(0:00) 49ers TE George Kittle on defending Jimmy G and breaking down why Travis Kelce is so good(15:20) Free agent RB Mark Ingram on how much gas he has left in the tank, playing for the Ravens and Saints, and memories of his dad with the Giants.
2/15/2021 • 31 minutes, 9 seconds
WTF Happened? Chiefs shocking gameplan in Super Bowl LV
Chris has rewatched the Super Bowl so many times, his family is having an intervention. But Ahmed and Big Phil joined him to give some final thoughts on the Bucs big win over the Chiefs.(5:05) WTF Happened: Chiefs offense - Chris is still shocked by Kansas City's gameplan. What could they have done differently? Is there a blueprint to stop the Chiefs now?(24:00) Big Phil - He joins to talk about his view from the field Sunday, Andy Reid's timeouts, and the one-sided penalties.(56:45) Bucs & Chiefs offseason - Who is the free agent Tampa Bay needs to keep? Could Kansas City have a Super Bowl hangover?(1:18:00) Carson Wentz - The Eagles fans are mad at Chris, so he ranks who is to blame for his decline in Philadelphia.
2/10/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 59 seconds
Super Bowl LV Recap: Bucs take down Chiefs
Mahomes was shut down like he has never been before and Brady has ring number 7(!). Chris and Paul break down all angles of the Bucs beatdown of the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV.(5:05) Chiefs Offense vs Bucs Defense - How did Todd Bowles go against his nature to stop Patrick Mahomes? How much of a factor was the QB's toe? Why was Chris "shocked" by Kansas City's gameplan? And should Devin White have been MVP?(34:30) Bucs Offense vs Chiefs Defense - Why was the run game so important for Tampa? What was the "brilliant" move Tom Brady made early in the game? And how did Brady and Gronk's experience lead to a TD on a broken play?(50:50) Penalties - Chris is pissed that the refs made themselves part of the game.(56:40) Bucs O-line - How did they dominate the Chiefs front?(1:08:05) Andy Reid's timeout - Did Chris agree with his strategy at the end of the first half?
2/8/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 20 seconds
WTF Will Happen? Super Bowl LV Preview
Chris watched back the Chiefs Week 12 win over the Bucs to see what it can tell us about how Super Bowl LV will play out. And Paul has a TB-KC-themed QB Jeopardy.(8:00) Chiefs Offense vs Bucs Defense: How did Tyreek burn TB's secondary? Should KC even try to run the ball? And why any blitzing from Todd Bowles is too much blitzing.(28:30) Bucs Offense vs Chiefs Defense: How Steve Spagnuolo confused Tom Brady, but made a crucial mistake. As good as they are, does the Tampa O-line have an advantage over the KC D-line? (45:00) Super Bowl #AskMeAnything: Would Simms take Mahomes with the Bucs roster over Brady with the Chiefs roster? Is the Bucs D-line better than the 49ers D-line in last year's Super Bowl?(59:15) QB Jeopardy - Brady-Mahomes Super Bowl Edition: Paul finds a way to bring up the best photo in Super Bowl history
2/3/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 12 seconds
Stafford-Goff Trade, #AskMeAnything, & Simms 2020 All-Pro Team
It's all about awards and your questions in today's pod, as Chris reveals his 2020 All-Pro Team, Ahmed hands out his Under-Talked About players, and we reveal the 2021 Homies Choice Awards...all while taking your Twitter questions.(2:20) Matthew Stafford-Jared Goff Trade - What does this blockbuster mean for the Rams Super Bowl odds, the Lions draft plans, and Ahmed's fandom?(20:45) Chris Simms 2020 All-Pro Offense - Of course Aaron Rodgers makes the cut, and Chris is sick of the criticism.(39:15) #AskMeAnything - To get Deshaun Watson, would Chris trade Trevor Lawrence? Lamar Jackson? Four first round picks? How concerning was Nick Sirianni's shaky press conference?(54:40) Chris Simms 2020 All-Pro Defense - Amid some househould names, a little-known safety makes Chris' squad(1:11:05) Ahmed's Under-Talked-About Players - Who isn't getting the spotlight they deserve?(1:25:45) 2021 Homies Choice Awards - Who were your picks for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and more?
2/1/2021 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 12 seconds
WTF Happened: Packers last series + Chiefs disguise fools Josh Allen
Chris and Paul talk "white 80" and other audibles before they give their final thoughts on the Conference Championship games.(3:45) Bucs-Packers leftovers: How the Bucs have made Brady into a big play QB, and should Rodgers have waved off the FG unit? And Simms goes play-by-play to explain what went wrong on the Packers final series.(29:25) Chiefs-Bills WTF Happened: What is KC's biggest weakness? And how did the Chiefs disguises confuse Josh Allen?(1:01:00) QB Jeopardy: Tampa Super Bowl edition
1/27/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 26 seconds
Championship Sunday Recap: Brady is the GOAT*, Rodgers heartbroken again
Even though Chris was right on both his Conference Championship picks, he's still a bit sad after yesterday's Conference Championships. And Ahmed says goodbye to the Packers, Bills, and one of his favorite players ever.(3:30) Buccaneers def. Packers - Is Chris finally willing to admit Tom Brady is the GOAT? Should Matt LaFleur have gone for it on 4th-and-goal? Should Packers fans be mad at the refs? What was Green Bay's D doing on the Scotty Miller TD? And might Aaron Rodgers want out of Green Bay?(50:15) Chiefs def. Bills - Chris breaks down Tyreek Hill's big play. Why did the Chiefs blitz get to Josh Allen? What do the Bills need to do to beat the Chiefs next season? And Ahmed buries Buffalo with Requiem For A Team.(1:12:00) Super Bowl LV - Some early thoughts on Chiefs vs Bucs. KC might already be missing a couple key pieces.(1:14:00) Thanks, Matthew Stafford - Ahmed is ready to let go of one of his favorite Lions of all time
1/25/2021 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Conference Championship Picks
Chris and Mike cannot wait for Brady vs Rodgers & Allen vs Mahomes. They give their Championship Sunday picks, but not before Florio gets to gloat about a nice performance last week. Also, an astute viewer has uncovered a secret about Simms.(3:50) #5 Buccaneers at #1 Packers(26:00) #2 Bills at #1 Chiefs(43:20) Championship Sunday Props(49:15) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
1/21/2021 • 51 minutes, 8 seconds
WTF Will Happen? Conf. Championship Preview
Chris talks about his Championship Sunday routine and reflects on Philip Rivers' career before he and Paul dive into Bills-Chiefs and Bucs-Packers.(2:30) Philip Rivers retires - Chris respects his toughness, but is he a Hall of Famer?(11:00) Bills vs Chiefs - Buffalo's D is better than Week 6, but can KC run all over them again? And the Bills O "needs to use its greatest weapon."(27:05) Big Phil joins to share some concerns about the Bills passing game, and if Buffalo can doubleteam both Tyreek Hill & Travis Kelce(52:50) Buccaneers vs Packers - How did the Bucs give Aaron Rodgers his worst game of the year? And "I don't see how Green Bay can slow down Tampa Bay."(1:19:15) QB Jeopardy: Championship Weekend Edition - Can Chris repeat his 5-for-5 performance?
1/20/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 41 seconds
Divisional Recap: Brees' final game, Browns fumble, & Josh Allen busts his "a-word"
Chris & Ahmed recap the Divisional Round, including an unhappy ending for Drew Brees.(2:45) Buccaneers def. Saints - Yes, Drew Brees is at fault for his INTs. How did Bruce Arians go against his nature? And where was Michael Thomas?(24:30) Chiefs def. Browns - #HennethingIsPossible! Andy Reid's "gutsy playcall"", Damn! Okay Steve Spagnuolo, and the Browns should be "so happy where they are."(50:15) Bills def. Ravens - Stefon Diggs & Josh Allen have a bromance, and what does Lamar Jackson need to work on this offseason?(1:08:00) Packers def. Rams - Green Bay burns LA with the same play twice. Should Jalen Ramsey blame his teammates? And is Jared Goff's job secure?
1/18/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 51 seconds
My Boy Blue!: Interview with Bills QB Josh Allen
Simms chats with Bills QB Josh Allen prior to Buffalo's Divisional round game against the Ravens. The bromance is real.(1:00) Josh picks his best play of the year, and explains why Week 2 against the Dolphins was a turning point(4:45) How losses to the Titans & Chiefs help the Bills right the ship(6:40) How Josh deals with the haters and self-curses thyself to get past mistakes(10:20) Changes to his mechanics helped his accuracy(13:50) Josh talks us through 2 key plays vs the Colts last week(17:40) When did facing a blitz become something to attack and not to fear?(18:50) Best way to describe the Ravens D, keys to playing in the snow, and keeping tabs on Lamar & Baker(22:00) The one thing that Sean McDermott hasn't quite accepted about his QB(23:50) Simms serenades Josh with his official song: "Giddy Up Josh Allen"
1/15/2021 • 26 minutes, 56 seconds
Divisional Picks: Upset in Buffalo + Brady vs Brees
Due to some scheduling conflicts, there will be no WTF Happened Wednesday pod this week. Instead, enjoy Chris and Mike's Divisional Round picks a day early.(5:30) #6 Rams at #1 Packers(16:00) #5 Ravens at #2 Bills(28:00) #6 Browns at #1 Chiefs(36:40) #5 Buccaneers at #2 Saints(46:00) Divisional Round Props(49:45) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
Chris & Ahmed unpack all angles of Super Wild Card Weekend.(3:40) Browns def. Steelers - Baker and "a guy named Blake" pull off the upset. And is practice overrated?(21:45) Ravens def. Titans - Lamar makes an all-time run. And how did Baltimore stonewall Derrick Henry?(35:45) Bills def. Colts - Chris debuts TWO new QB songs, and Ahmed questions Indy's 4th down decision.(47:15) BREAKING NEWS: The Eagles have fired Doug Pederson.(51:00) Buccaneers def. Washington - Brady burns the blitz & Taylor Heinicke showed some holes in Tampa's D.(58:40) Rams def. Seahawks - Seattle's offense became too predictable & who is the best QB for LA?(1:14:10) Saints def. Bears - Michael Thomas in the slime zone, and don't end the Trubisky era just yet.(1:20:20) Requiem For A Team: Ahmed says goodbye to all the Wild Card losers
1/11/2021 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 44 seconds
Wild Card Picks: Upset in Seattle & Tom Brady vs Chase Young
Chris and Mike hit on an emerging story before they pick every game from Super Wild Card Weekend.(:30) Deshaun Watson - Florio is hearing rumors that he wants out of Houston. Could the Texans trade him?(9:00) #7 Colts at #2 Bills(16:30) #6 Rams at #3 Seahawks(25:15) #5 Buccaneers at #4 Washington(29:45) #5 Ravens at #4 Titans(37:35) #7 Bears at #2 Saints(41:45) #6 Browns at #3 Steelers(47:30) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick
1/7/2021 • 51 minutes, 2 seconds
WTF Will Happen? Wild Card Preview
Ahmed makes his triumphant return to the pod and Big Phil joins in to hit all angles of Super Wild Card Weekend. And we lay a few more squads to rest with Requiem For A Team.(3:00) #6 Rams vs #3 Seahawks - How did the LA offense change with John Wolford? And the Hawks need to move DK Metcalf around.(16:50) #7 Bears vs #2 Saints - Can Chicago's offense keep up in a shootout?(21:20) Big Phil joins to talk about if you can slow down the Saints, and Ahmed is bitter about the Bears.(33:10) #5 Buccaneers vs #4 Washington - The WFT front 4 is good, but "they can't ruin this game."(50:15) #7 Colts vs #2 Bills - Phil is not buying Ahmed's Buffalo playoff narratives.(1:06:55) #5 Ravens vs #4 Titans - Is Baltimore any better than last year's playoff loss?(1:17:45) #6 Browns vs #3 Steelers - Can Cleveland beat Pittsburgh two weeks in a row?(1:27:45) Requiem For A Team - We eulogize the lost seasons of the Pats, Lions, Vikings, 49ers, Raiders, and Giants.
1/6/2021 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 4 seconds
Week 17 Recap: Browns back in the playoffs, Bills unstoppable, Eagles tank
Chris gets to gloat about his QB Jeopardy win before he and Paul react to all the fallout from the last week of the regular season.(2:15) Damn! Okay: AFC Wild Card Edition-Baker made the big plays when it counted. -Are the Ravens hotter heading into the playoffs than last year? -The Bills are almost unstoppable. -As of right now, Tua doesn't pass the eye test.(26:55) Take it Up to 100 - "Welcome to the Hall of Fame, Derrick Henry"(33:50) Victory Lap: Rookie Edition -Jonathan Taylor is on fire. -Justin Jefferson and Justin Herbert shatter records.(42:45) Black Monday - Which is the best head coach opening: Chargers, Jets or Jaguars? And the guys have high praise for Brian Daboll.(49:15) Give Me The Headlines: NFC East Edition - Chris gets why the Eagles tanked, even if he's pissed.(58:40) Damn! Okay: NFC Playoff Edition -Tom Brady is amazing. -Jalen Ramsey was the best CB in 2020. -"The Rams can beat the Seahawks with John Wolford."-Did Aaron Rodgers lock up the MVP?-The Saints are flying under the radar-"The Seahawks have made the greatest 180 in football"
1/4/2021 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 36 seconds
Week 17 Picks: Who will win the NFC East?
Florio and Simms pick every game in the final week of the regular season. Thanks for listening and Happy New Year!(4:15) Sunday 1pm games-Jets at Patriots-Dolphins at Bills-Ravens at Bengals-Steelers at Browns-Vikings at Lions-Cowboys at Giants-Falcons at Buccaneers(23:30) 4pm AFC games-Raiders at Broncos-Chargers at Chiefs-Titans at Texans-Jaguars at Colts(32:00) 4pm NFC games & SNF-Saints at Panthers-Seahawks at 49ers-Packers at Bears-Cardinals at Rams-Washington at Eagles(46:30) Best Bets & "Folsom Prison Blues" pick
12/31/2020 • 51 minutes, 4 seconds
WTF WILL Happen? Previewing Week 17 Rematches
With a rematch-filled Week 17, Chris and Paul look back at the first meetings between some playoff hopefuls to predict what we might see this Sunday. And to close out 2020 in style, Simms hits his first perfect round of QB Jeopardy.(4:00) Packers vs Bears: Chicago has found its offensive groove since Week 12, but the Packers run game "is now a force." And Chris sees Matt Nagy & Mitchell Trubisky back next year.(26:15) Steelers vs Browns: What happened to the Pittsburgh run game we saw in Week 6? And this isn't the same Baker Mayfield as last time.(36:45) Defensive Player of the Year: TJ Watt is great, but Chris would vote for someone else.(42:10) Cardinals vs Rams: LA can win without Jared Goff. Arizona can't without Kyler Murray.(58:30) Cowboys vs Giants: It's stoppable force vs movable object with the Giants O and Cowboys D.(1:10:30) QB Jeopardy: Chris goes 5-for-5 for the first time ever when Paul quizzes him on the College Football Playoff teams.
12/30/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 24 seconds
Week 16 Recap: Steelers come back, Browns can't run, & Washington cuts Haskins
Chris is flying solo today without a co-host, so he calls Big Phil from the bullpen to recap all the Week 16 action.(2:00) Steelers def. Colts - How did Pittsburgh turn it around after halftime?(9:00) Jets def. Browns - Why did Kevin Stefanski stop running it?(13:30) Chiefs def. Falcons - Is the pressure getting to Patrick Mahomes?(25:45) Packers def. Titans - Green Bay's run game makes them seem less "fraudulent."(37:00) Seahawks def. Rams - Jared Goff doesn't throw spirals and Seattle's D makes them true contenders.(46:45) Take It Up To 100: Saints def. Vikings - Alvin Kamara is the perfect RB.(53:35) Bears def. Jaguars - "Chicago is dangerous right now."(56:30) Dolphins def. Raiders - Should Miami start Tua or Fitz this week?(1:06:20) Ravens def. Giants - Phil has advice for Daniel Jones.(1:16:15) Give Me The Headlines: Cowboys def. Eagles - Andy Dalton will shoot your eye out, and the Eagles shouldn't fire anyone.(1:23:20) Panthers def. Washington - Paging Mr. Smith, and Dwayne Haskins gets benched yesterday and cut today.(1:34:15) 49ers def. Cardinals - "The spread is dead" and Kyler is questionable.(1:35:50) Buccaneers def. Lions - Is the balance of power swinging back to the NFC?(1:37:20) Chargers def. Broncos - Chris has a reservation about Eric Bieniemy coaching LA.(1:39:15) Bengals def. Texans - Way to go, Zac Taylor.
12/28/2020 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 11 seconds
Week 16 Picks: Christmas football + Titans vs Packers offensive explosion
Florio and Simms pick every game on a holiday weekend of 4 straight days of football. Thanks for listening and Merry Christmas!(1:30) Friday & Saturday games-Christmas: Vikings at Saints-Saturday: Buccaneers at Lions-Saturday: 49ers at Cardinals-Saturday: Dolphins at Raiders(14:20) Sunday early games-Giants at Ravens-Bengals at Texans-Bears at Jaguars-Falcons at Chiefs-Browns at Jets-Colts at Steelers(26:10) Sunday late games-Broncos at Chargers-Panthers at Washington-Eagles at Cowboys-Rams at Seahawks(36:10) Primetime games-SNF: Titans at Packers-MNF: Bills at Patriots(47:40) Best Bets & "Folsom Prison Blues" pick
Chris and Paul recap all the Saturday and Sunday games from Week 15, including Drew Brees' painful return and an embarrassing Rams loss.(4:30) Chiefs def. Saints - Aside from playing hurt, Drew Brees also made some bad decisions. And can the Chiefs protect Patrick Mahomes?(21:15) Packers def. Panthers - Green Bay is heading towards the #1 pick, despite a "disappointing win."(26:15) Damn! Okay: Cardinals def. Eagles - Kyler Murray looks healthy again, and Kliff Kingsbury had "one of his better offensive gameplans all year." And it's over for Carson Wentz in Philadelphia.(41:10) Bears def. Vikings - Matt Nagy is finally adapting his offense to David Montgomery and Mitchell Trubisky.(48:30) Browns def. Giants - Baker Mayfield has reached a new level of comfort.(52:30) Dolphins def. Patriots - Salvon Ahmed comes out of nowhere(55:40) Ravens def. Jaguars - Yannick Ngakoue gets revenge on his old team.(56:45) Take It Up To 100: Bills def. Broncos - Stefon Diggs and Cole Beasley are on a team that knows how to use them, and Josh Allen has entered the Mahomes-Rodgers stratosphere.(1:04:20) Self-Scout Thyself: Bucs def. Falcons - Tom Brady was "throwing lasers" to erase another Atlanta lead.(1:12:20) Titans def. Lions - Thoughts for the poor Lions CB who tried to tackle Derrick Henry high.(1:16:00) Jets def. Rams - It's a broken record for the Rams offense. And Chris has a message for Jets fans.(1:22:50) Seahawks def. Washington - Has the Seahawks defense turned a corner? And Simms was encouraged by some of what he saw from Dwayne Haskins.(1:25:45) Give Me The Headlines: Cowboys def. 49ers - "I miss the '90s"(1:27:40) Colts def. Texans - "Hoosier daddy"
12/21/2020 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 10 seconds
Week 15 Picks: Chiefs win in New Orleans + Freddie Kitchens revenge game
Florio and Simms hit every Week 16 game, including a fun Saturday slate with Simms' man crushes.(00:15) TNF & Saturday games:-TNF: Chargers vs Raiders-Saturday: Bills vs Broncos-Saturday: Panthers vs Packers(8:40) Sunday early games:-Buccaneers vs Falcons-Jaguars vs Ravens-49ers vs Cowboys-Texans vs Colts-Patriots vs Dolphins-Bears vs Vikings-Lions vs Titans-Seahawks vs Washington(31:00) Sunday late afternoon games:-Eagles vs Cardinals-Jets vs Rams-Chiefs vs Saints(39:50) Primetime (SNF & MNF)-SNF: Browns vs Giants-MNF: Steelers vs Bengals(47:20) Best Bets & "Folsom Prison Blues" Pick
12/17/2020 • 51 minutes, 1 second
WTF Happened in Ravens-Browns + Tua's best game so far
Chris and Paul go deep on the Ravens-Browns game of the year and welcome back Big Phil.(3:30) WTF Happened: Ravens def. Browns - Was this the best game of Baker Mayfield's career?(23:20) Big Phil thinks Baker is growing up, and remembers the time he lost 30 yards on a sack(41:30) Why didn't the Browns have a plan for Lamar Jackson? And how can the Ravens fix their passing game?(1:02:30) Chiefs def. Dolphins - Can you blame Patrick Mahomes for all 3 of his INTs? And why this was the best game of Tua Tagovailoa's career so far.(1:24:10) Cardinals def. Giants - Who is most to blame for New York's disastrous offense?(1:35:15) Buccaneers def. Vikings - Tampa's offense is better when Antonio Brown plays less.(1:44:50) QB TE Jeopardy - Paul has trivia inspired by Travis Kelce's great season
Simms takes Ahmed behind the curtain of his Lowe's commercial ("Let's go team!") before the guys hit every game from Week 14 and bury some squads in Requiem For A Team.(6:15) Deep Dive #1: Eagles def. Saints - Why was New Orleans not ready for Jalen Hurts? And does Chris already like him more than Taysom Hill?(23:00) Take It Up To 100: Packers def. Lions - Davante Adams has the best QB connection in the NFL...(29:00) Chiefs def. Dolphins - ...unless Travis Kelce has something to say about it.(33:30) Deep Dive #2: Bills def. Steelers - How Pittsburgh's defense ran out of steam, and is Big Ben the problem?(52:00) Damn! Okay: Colts def. Raiders - Kenny Moore had the INT of the year, and the Vegas defensive problems go beyond coaching(56:40) Buccaneers def. Vikings - Ndamukong Suh pushed around the Minnesota O-line, and can the Bucs really do "anything damn thing they damn want to"?(1:00:30) Cardinals def. Giants - Haason Reddick has a big return to New Jersey, and Daniel Jones needs to play football(1:04:30) Washington def. 49ers - Chase Young and the Football Team D can win games by themselves(1:07:40) Seahawks def. Jets - Jamal Adams is setting records(1:10:45) Give Me The Headlines: Titans def. Jaguars - Derrick Henry is "legendary"(1:14:10) Cowboys def. Bengals - "Red Rifle Revenge"(1:16:20) Self-Scout Thyself: Chargers def. Falcons - The Falcons twitter account knew what was coming(1:18:20) Broncos def. Panthers - Brandon McManus trolled...himself? And yesterday was big for Drew Lock's future(1:20:45) Bears def. Texans - Chicago's offense is playing to David Montgomery and Mitchell Trubisky's strengths(1:24:00) Requiem For A Team - We lay to rest the Texans, Falcons, Broncos & Panthers
Mike concedes the straight up picks title to Chris before the guys hit a full 16-game Week 14.(1:45) TNF & Sunday early games:-Patriots-Rams-Broncos-Panthers-Texans-Bears-Cowboys-Bengals-Titans-Jaguars-Chiefs-Dolphins-Cardinals-Giants-Vikings-Buccaneers(23:20) Sunday late games-Colts-Raiders-Jets-Seahawks-Packers-Lions-Falcons-Chargers-Saints-Eagles-Washington-49ers(39:30) Primetime (SNF & MNF)-Steelers-Bills-Ravens-Browns(47:40) Best Bets & the debut of Survivor Picks
12/10/2020 • 51 minutes, 2 seconds
WTF Happened...to the Steelers offense + Requiem For a Team returns
Ahmed is still coming down off his high hosting Football Night in America, and then the guys put a cap on Week 13. Plus, Requiem For A Team returns for another season.(5:45) WTF Happened: Bills def. 49ers - Josh Allen is hitting Mahomes & Rodgers territory(30:45) Washington def. Steelers - Pittsburgh's offense has become "predictable within their predictableness"(53:20) Saints def. Falcons - Would Chris rather have Taysom Hill's ceiling or Drew Brees' floor?(1:01:30) Rams def. Cardinals - How Arizona is misusing DeAndre Hopkins(1:09:50) Requiem For A Team - Ahmed eulogizes the Jets, Jaguars, Chargers, and Bengals
12/9/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 23 seconds
Week 13 Recap: Giants shut down Russ + Time to start Jalen Hurts
Chris talks about hanging out with Steve Kornacki before he and Paul dive into Week 13.Deep Dive #1: Giants def. Seahawks - "The Giants D is real" and gave Russ nowhere to goDamn! Okay (DB edition): Chiefs def. Broncos - Tyrann Mathieu is a stud on a D that "is what it is"Rams def. Cardinals - Troy Hill was on to the Arizona pass game; what happened to Kyler Murray's motion?Vikings def. Jaguars - Cameron Dantzler is Mike Zimmer's kind of cornerDeep Dive #2: Browns def. Titans - Kevin Stefanski self-scouted himself and has reined in Baker MayfieldTake It Up to 100: Colts def. Texans - T.Y. Hilton can be the go-to guy Indy needsSelf-Scout Thyself: Raiders def. Jets - Gregg Williams blitzes himself out of a jobPatriots def. Chargers - Anthony Lynn's special teams can't count to 11Packers def. Eagles - "Carson Wentz did nothing to be benched yesterday, but it's time to go to Jalen Hurts"Give Me The Headlines: Saints def. Falcons - "You win some, you Taysom"Lions def. Bears - "Pooh bears"Dolphins def. Bengals - “Brooklyn brouhaha”
12/7/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 50 seconds
Week 13 Picks: Browns-Titans run-off + Upset in Lambeau?
Simms won last week on Marquise Brown's late TD and Florio is not happy about it. Then the guys pick every game for Week 13.-Saints vs Falcons-Lions vs Bears-Colts vs Texans-Bengals vs Dolphins-Jaguars vs Vikings-Raiders vs Jets-Browns vs Titans-Rams vs Cardinals-Giants vs Seahawks-Eagles vs Packers-Patriots vs Chargers-SNF: Broncos vs Chiefs-Monday: Washington vs Steelers-MNF: Bills vs 49ers-Tuesday: Cowboys vs Ravens-Best Bets: Chris really likes the under in LA
Chris and Paul have perhaps our most efficient WTF Happened ever, as they hit on Derrick Henry, Herbert vs Allen, bad games for Derrick Carr & Jared Goff, and concerns for Taysom Hill.(2:50) Titans def. Colts - Indy missed DeForest Buckner, and the Titans use both man and zone blocking to get Derrick Henry loose.(16:45) Bills def. Chargers - Why wasn't it a Justin Herbert-Josh Allen laser show?(27:30) Titans or Bills: Who has the better chance of upsetting the Steelers & Chiefs in the playoffs?(29:20) Falcons def. Raiders - Raheem Morris' crazy defense confused Carr & Gruden(40:00) Rams def. 49ers - Jared Goff had a bad game, but don't let Sean McVay off the hook(53:50) Taysom Hill - "It wasn't great, I don't care what the circumstances were"(57:15) QB Jeopardy - Can Chris get his first perfect score in the category of all-time receiving performances?
12/2/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 21 seconds
Week 12 Recap: Mahomes-to-Hill burns Bucs + Henry for MVP?
Paul sells Chris on cutting down Christmas trees before the guys hit every game from Week 12 Sunday.-Deep Dive #1: Chiefs def. Buccaneers - "Mahomes left points on the board"-The Bucs offense has an identity crisis, and Brady can't move anymore.-Take It Up To 100: Titans def. Colts - Derrick Henry is part of a 3-man MVP race-49ers def. Rams - Deebo Samuel is a running back in a wide receiver's body-Damn! Okay: Packers def. Bears - Aaron Rodgers ho-hum, 4 TD-Vikings def. Panthers - Jeremy Chinn makes history, and you can win a Super Bowl with Kirk Cousins-Browns def. Jaguars - Jarvis Landry is in Baker Mayfield's trust tree-Giants def. Bengals - Evan Engram has a career day-Deep Dive #2: Patriots def. Cardinals - "The Arizona offense does not pose a lot of problems"-Self-Scout Thyself: Bills def. Chargers - Anthony Lynn has some questionable calls-Chris gives thoughts on the firings of Matt Patricia, Bob Quinn & Dave Caldwell-Saints def. Broncos - "No QB, no win-ee"-Dolphins def. Jets - "Fitz-venge"-Falcons def. Raiders - "Done dirty in the south"
11/30/2020 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 34 seconds
Week 12 Picks: Mahomes vs Brady + Pats not dead yet?
Simms gets to gloat about last week's sweep of Florio before the guys pick every Week 12 Sunday/Monday game.Note: The Ravens-Steelers game was postponed after the taping of this podcast, and is still is jeopardy of not even being played, so that game is not included here.
11/27/2020 • 49 minutes, 34 seconds
Thanksgiving Picks
Florio & Simms pick the three two Thanksgiving games: Texans-Lions & Washington-Cowboys
Chris and Paul have a packed podcast to recap Week 11 as they hit on a couple big overtime games and Patrick Mahomes doing Patrick Mahomes things.(3:40) Deep Dive #1 - Titans def. Ravens: What's happened to the Baltimore juggernaut from last year?(18:30) How did the Tennessee offense out-Raven the Ravens?(24:15) Damn! Okay (Defensive edition) - Steelers def. Jaguars: Minkah Fitzpatrick is a ballhawk. And Simms responds to the hate after he left Big Ben out of his Midseason Top 10 QB list.(30:15) Browns def. Eagles - Denzel Ward shut it down. And Chris can't defend Carson Wentz anymore.(34:20) Saints def. Falcons - Cameron Jordan and Trey Hendrickson lead an underrated New Orleans front, and how Taysom Hill opens the field for the Saints offense.(43:50) Deep Dive #2 - Colts def. Packers: Why did the Green Bay offense disappear after halftime?(51:45) Chris questions the Colts clock management(1:01:20) Take It Up To 100 (NFC East RB edition) - Cowboys def. Vikings - Zeke Elliott gets back on track(1:02:50) Washington def. Bengals - Antonio Gibson has surprised Chris. And poor Joe Burrow.(1:07:45) Deep Dive #3 - Chiefs def. Raiders: What changed between KC's Week 5 loss and their Week 11 win? And Chris sees that Jon Gruden and Derek Carr have reached a new level.(1:20:20) Victory Lap - Texans def. Patriots: Yes, Deshaun Watson is a Top 10 QB(1:23:15) Give Me The Headlines - Broncos def. Broncos/Tua Tagovailoa: "Fish out of water"(1:26:30) Chargers def. Jets/Justin Herbert: "Rookie of the year"(1:28:45) Panthers def. Lions/PJ Walker: "(meow)"
11/23/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 25 seconds
Week 11 Picks: Kyler vs Russ & Chiefs revenge vs Raiders
Simms pays up on his jersey bet as he and Florio pick all the Week 11 games.(2:45) TNF: Cardinals vs Seahawks(7:00) Titans vs Ravens(11:45) Lions vs Panthers(12:55) Eagles vs Browns(16:00) Patriots vs Texans(17:45) Steelers vs Jaguars(20:45) Falcons vs Saints(23:55) Bengals vs Washington(27:10) Dolphins vs Broncos(30:10) Jets vs Chargers(33:00) Packers vs Colts(37:10) Cowboys vs Vikings(40:15) Chiefs vs Raiders(44:10) Rams vs Buccaneers(47:50) Best Bets: Florio has a good feeling about SIX bets this week
11/19/2020 • 51 minutes, 6 seconds
WTF Happened...Ramsey vs DK + Simms Top 10 QBs
Chris and Paul hit on some final Week 10 takeaways before they reveal Chris' Top 10 QBs in the NFL right now.(6:45) WTF Happened...Rams def. Seahawks: What's up with Russ? And did Jalen Ramsey really shut down DK Metcalf?(22:30) The Seahawks keep screwing up basic coverages. And who is the favorite in the NFC West?(34:20) Dolphins def. Chargers: Miami is managing Tua Tagovailoa, but that's not a bad thing(40:30) "The Chargers are doing Justin Herbert a disservice"(45:45) Saints def. 49ers: "I will be shocked if Jameis Winston isn't the starter this week"(55:00) Midseason Top 10 QBs: Simms updates his rankings(1:38:45) QB Jeopardy: Paul tries to stump Chris with Hail Mary history
11/18/2020 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 58 seconds
Week 10 Recap: Hail Murray, Pats outrun Ravens & TJ Watt for MVP
Holy smokes we have a sponsor! We debut the first episode of Chris Simms Unbuttoned, presented by Verizon...and Ahmed is already angling for some freebies.(4:00) Deep Dive #1: Cardinals def. Bills - What could Buffalo have done differently to stop the Hail Murray?(17:40) How the Cardinals went with a zero-DL defense to frustrate the Bills(26:30) Defensive Damn! Okay: Rams def. Seahawks - With Leonard Floyd & Jalen Ramsey, "the Rams are for real"(33:50) Saints def. 49ers - Demario Davis led the New Orleans defense; and what do the Saints do if Drew Brees is out long-term?(39:35) Giants def. Eagles - With Leonard Williams, "the Giants have a playoff defense"(43:00) Steelers def. Bengals - Ahmed starts the TJ Watt MVP campaign(49:10) Raiders def. Broncos - Jeff Heath made Drew Lock pay for his mistakes(52:15) Give Me The Headlines: Dolphins def. Chargers - "There are 3 phases of football"(56:25) Buccaneers def. Panthers - "Back to basics, baby"(1:00:35) Packers def. Jaguars - "Not exactly purrrfect"(1:04:00) Deep Dive #2: Patriots def. Ravens - "Cam Newton has played 3 near-perfect games in a row"(1:15:15) Why couldn't the Ravens run on the Pats weak run D?(1:21:50) Take It Up To 100: Browns def. Texans - Nick Chubb & Kareem Hunt both hit 100 this week(1:24:55) Victory Lap: Lions def. Washington - Matt Prater is cocky and Chris loves it(1:29:00) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings - Ahmed puts the rankings on bye, and Chris gives some early analysis of Justin Fields, Zach Wilson and Trey Lance(1:34:15) Chris and Ahmed react to some bad breaking news about Drew Brees
11/16/2020 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 24 seconds
Week 10 Picks: Herbert vs Tua, Steelers prime for upset, & Kyler-Allen jersey bet
Florio predicts a massive upset and Simms proposes a bet between "my boy blue and your boy red."(3:30) TNF: Colts vs Titans(7:00) Buccaneers vs Panthers(9:55) Texans vs Browns(13:50) Washington vs Lions(16:05) Jaguars vs Packers(17:50) Eagles vs Giants(20:15) Bills vs Cardinals(24:50) Broncos vs Raiders(27:35) Seahawks vs Rams(31:35) Chargers vs Dolphins(35:20) 49ers vs Saints(37:00) Bengals vs Steelers(40:15) SNF: Ravens vs Patriots(43:45) MNF: Vikings vs Bears(47:00) Best Bets: Simms goes against Florio's team
Chris will reveal his Top 10 QB Rankings next week, so this week he, Paul and Big Phil discuss the passers who should be in the conversation.(2:25) WTF Happened...Josh Allen: How was the Seattle D not ready for him? Don't blame Jamal Adams.(16:50) Russell Wilson: Simms breaks down the longest TD throw in recent history. And did Sean McDermott switch things up for the Bills D?(27:30) Big Phil joins to discuss the MVP race...Is it Wilson's to lose?(38:30) QB Rankings Revisited: Who is in the discussion for the Top 10 through this season?(55:45) Cam Newton: Why there's hope for him after Monday night's win.(1:06:15) Lamar Jackson: Is Greg Roman's offense overrated?(1:16:20) QB Jeopardy: We pay tribute to Alex Trebek and do some Steelers-related trivia
11/11/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 8 seconds
Week 9 Recap: Tua outduels Kyler, Josh Allen back in MVP convo, & Saints bully Brady
Chris critiques Ahmed's rapping before the guys hit on every Sunday game from Week 9.(3:10) Deep Dive #1: Cardinals def. Dolphins - How Tua saved some of his best throws for the biggest spots(13:45) Was this the best game Kyler Murray has had in the NFL?(25:00) Self-Scout Thyself: Bills def. Seahawks - Is Josh Allen back in the MVP conversation?(32:30) Steelers def. Cowboys - Is Pittsburgh as good as their 8-0 record? And Ahmed sees a "rugby revolution" moment(36:50) Titans def. Bears - Is it time for Matt Nagy to hand over playcalling?(40:15) Victory Lap: Raiders def. Chargers - Give Derek Carr credit for airing it out(45:30) Ravens def. Colts - Chris regrets being a little too hard on Lamar Jackson(50:30) Chiefs def. Panthers - Why does KC keep playing down to their opponent?(55:45) Take It Up To 100: Vikings def. Lions - Dalvin Cook takes it up to 200, and Chris reevaluates D'Andre Swift(1:01:45) Deep Dive #2: Saints def. Buccaneers - Saints Twitter does not mess around, and Chris explains how New Orleans bullied the Bucs(1:11:50) Was Tom Brady that bad? And how did Antonio Brown look?(1:21:40) Give Me The Headlines: Giants def. Washington - "Big Blue wrecking crew"(1:23:45) Falcons def. Broncos - "He's totally Raheem-ing himself!"(1:25:30) Texans def. Jaguars - "Thank God for THAT guy"(1:27:40) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings - Tonight's game could really shake things up
11/9/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 55 seconds
Week 9 Picks: Brees vs Brady & The Battle of #1s
Simms questions Florio's driving habits before the guys hit a Week 9 slate with some marquee matchups between two young QBs and two all-time greats.(2:40) TNF: Packers vs 49ers(5:15) Broncos vs Falcons(9:00) Seahawks vs Bills(12:50) Ravens vs Colts(16:55) Texans vs Jaguars(18:55) Panthers vs Chiefs(21:20) Lions vs Vikings(24:55) Bears vs Titans(28:05) Giants vs Washington(30:40) Raiders vs Chargers(34:40) Dolphins vs Cardinals(39:20) Steelers vs Cowboys(41:20) SNF: Saints vs Buccaneers(46:00) MNF: Patriots vs Jets(48:50) Best Bets: Chris and Mike try to redeem themselves after last week
11/5/2020 • 51 minutes, 7 seconds
WTF Happened?..Joe Burrow "off the charts good" + The Return of Big Phil
We've got a jam-packed Week 8 WTF Happened pod, as Chris and Paul hit 4 games, play some QB Jeopardy and say welcome back to The Big Effer. (1:40) WTF Happened...DK Metcalf: He dominated the game even when he wasn't catching passes. (11:15) Has the Seahawks defense turned a corner?(18:40) Jared Goff: Brian Flores toyed with him and Sean McVay. (33:15) Tua Tagovailoa: Can we take anything away from his quiet game?(35:45) Joe Burrow: "He's off the charts good"(45:00) QB Jeopardy: Ahead of the big game, Paul puts a Notre Dame-Clemson twist on trivia(49:40) Big Phil makes his return fresh off turning 65(1:12:15) Daniel Jones: Was Simms more encouraged by his TDs or discouraged by his INTs?(1:19:45) Tom Brady: Chris gives him an "A"
11/4/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 34 seconds
Week 8 Recap: Steelers stifle Lamar + Are the Pats & Niners done?
We had 5(!) Sunday afternoon games come down to the final minute Sunday, and Chris and Paul analyze them all in the Week 8 Recap. Plus we get some breaking news that might doom the 49ers.(3:45) Deep Dive: Steelers def. Ravens - How bad was Lamar? And what does Baltimore need to fix to avoid another playoff disappointment?(20:35) Why aren't the Steelers the most complete team in the NFL? And what did the stat sheet miss about Pittsburgh's offense?(31:00) Down to the Wire: Bills def. Patriots - Did the Bills bury the Pats? And Simms is not ready to settle the Brady-Belichick debate.(42:00) Vikings def. Packers - What happened to Green Bay?(49:15) Saints def. Bears - Why is Chicago's offense so inconsistent? And Drew Brees is holding New Orleans back again.(58:15) Broncos def. Chargers - How did the Chargers blow this one?(1:05:30) Victory Lap: Bengals def. Titans - Joe Burrow: "ok that's not lucky, that's good"(1:12:30) Dolphins def. Rams - Tua ruins a Chris Simms stat; and how did Miami confuse Jared Goff?(1:17:15) Take It Up To 100: Raiders def. Browns - Josh Jacobs has no weakness to his game(1:19:50) Self-Scout Thyself: Seahawks def. 49ers - Why didn't Kyle Shanahan exploit Seattle's defense? And we react to breaking news on Jimmy Garoppolo's injury.(1:28:15) Eagles def. Cowboys - Carson Wentz is going full tropic thunder(1:32:30) After more bad 49ers injury news, Simms says San Francisco might be done(1:34:00) Give Me The Headlines: Colts def. Lions - "Don't forget these stallions!"(1:37:00) Chiefs def. Jets - "Ho hum"
11/2/2020 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 50 seconds
Week 8 Picks: Lamar vs PIT D, Pats upset Bills & Tua's debut
Simms unveils a new QB song and Florio has a stat linking Chris to Tua Tagovailoa.(2:00) TNF: Falcons vs Panthers(4:25) Steelers vs Ravens(9:00) Patriots vs Bills(11:15) Titans vs Bengals(14:00) Raiders vs Browns(18:55) Colts vs Lions(21:30) Vikings vs Packers(24:45) Jets vs Chiefs(25:50) Rams vs Dolphins(29:30) Chargers vs Broncos(34:00) Saints vs Bears(37:05) 49ers vs Seahawks(40:45) SNF: Cowboys vs Eagles(44:15) MNF: Buccaneers vs Giants(45:45) Best Bets: is 19.5 pts too much in Le’Veon revenge game?
10/29/2020 • 51 minutes, 3 seconds
WTF Happened?...Brady locked in, What's wrong with Cam, & NFC West Superteam
Ahmed has a big update on our popularity in the Dominican Republic before the guys hit some QBs in What The F&*^ Happened?(4:15) Tom Brady - He is locked in, Damn! Okay Devin White, and the Bucs have a Top 10 CB(19:50) Cam Newton - What's wrong with his mechanics?(29:40) 49ers running game - "Kyle Shanahan was nice to Bill Belichick"(39:50) Baker Mayfield - "It's the best throw he's had in a while"(43:00) Joe Burrow - Why Chris was more impressed with him than Baker(50:00) Justin Herbert - "Top 10 arm? Definitely."(55:20) Aaron Rodgers - How Davante Adams torched the Texans, and a breaking rumor about a possible new Packers weapon(1:00:55) Matthew Stafford - Ahmed loves reliving his game-winning drive(1:1100) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings - The Cowboys have entered the ring(1:15:10) NFC East Superteam reactions - The homies had takes on Ahmed's all-star team(1:17:45) NFC West Superteam revealed - Russ or Kyler? Lockett or Kupp?
10/28/2020 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 1 second
Week 7 Recap: Kyler outduels Russ, Steelers stifle Henry, and Chris claps back at Broncos
Chris and Paul hit all the Week 7 games, including dive deeps on Seahawks-Cardinals & Steelers-Titans.(2:45) Deep Dive #1: Cardinals def. Seahawks - How did Arizona shut down DK Metcalf? What happened on Russell Wilson's INTs?(25:00) Why Seattle's defense doesn't match up well with Kyler Murray.(36:40) Self-Scout Thyself: Buccaneers def. Raiders - Would Chris put Tom Brady back in his Top 10 QBs? And is Antonio Brown a good addition for Tampa?(42:00) 49ers def. Patriots - What's wrong with Cam Newton?(49:20) Victory Lap: Washington def. Cowboys - Could Football Team be the favorite in the NFC East?(53:55) Chargers def. Jaguars - Is Justin Herbert now a Top 10 QB?(56:45) Lions def. Falcons - Matthew Stafford is still dangerous(59:30) Chiefs def. Broncos - Chris claps back at his old team(1:01:30) Take It Up To 100: Packers def. Texans - Why didn't Houston double-team Davante Adams?(1:06:30) Deep Dive #2: Steelers def. Titans - How Big Ben had a great game despite 3 INT.(1:16:30) Why Derrick Henry couldn't get going vs Pittsburgh's D. And how did the Titans offense get rolling after halftime?(1:25:20) Give Me The Headlines: Browns def. Bengals - "Kings of Ohio; The Future is Fun"(1:28:30) Saints def. Panthers - "They're Still Missing Their Best Player"(1:30:30) Bills def. Jets - "Just What The Doctor Ordered"
10/26/2020 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 26 seconds
Week 7 Picks: Battle of the 5-0s + Jimmy G back in NE
Florio is clearly honored to be a part Episode 200(!) of the pod. He and Simms hit all the Week 7 games.(1:40) TNF: Giants vs Eagles(4:00) Lions vs Falcons(7:30) Browns vs Bengals(10:40) Packers vs Texans(13:50) Panthers vs Saints(16:50) Bills vs Jets(18:20) Steelers vs Titans(23:10) Cowboys vs Washington(26:15) Seahawks vs Cardinals(30:45) Chiefs vs Broncos(34:00) Jaguars vs Chargers(36:20) 49ers vs Patriots(40:50) SNF: Buccaneers vs Raiders(44:10) MNF: Bears vs Rams(46:30) Best Bets: Florio and Chris are big on 2 NFC South teams
10/23/2020 • 50 minutes, 54 seconds
WTF Happened?...Don't undersell the Titans, Drew Lock's stats lie, & NFC East super-team
Ahmed promises to make our pod Top 2 in the Dominican Republic, and then the guys put a cap on Week 6 with What The F^*! Happened?(4:10) Titans def. Texans: "Ryan Tannehill isn't a game manager. He's a game winner."(17:40) Pour one out for Deshaun Watson(22:20) Chiefs def. Bills: Is there a silver lining for Buffalo's defense?(35:30) Broncos def. Patriots: Was this good Denver D or a bad New England O? And Chris is taking names on Twitter(45:10) The stats lie with Drew Lock. And why are the Pats not starting JC Jackson?(54:00) 49ers def. Rams: How Kyle Shanahan got Jimmy G back in rhythm(1:00:30) How the 49ers took away Jared Goff's dink-and-dunks(1:08:20) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings: Chris power ranks Ahmed's NFC East super team
10/21/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 35 seconds
Week 6 Recap: Rodgers rattled, Steelers roll, & Derrick Henry is something different
Week 6 had plenty of surprises for us. Paul joins Chris to hit every game from Sunday, with an in-depth look at big wins for the Steelers & Bucs.(1:50) Deep Dive #1: Buccaneers def. Packers - Rodgers rattled & are the Bucs the NFC's most complete team?(18:10) Bruce Arians managed a game and Paul has some Brady-Gronk trivia(26:55) Damn! Okay: Titans def. Texans - Chris has never seen anything like Derrick Henry(32:50) Colts def. Bengals - Marcus Johnson is legit(34:30) Self-Scout Thyself: 49ers def. Rams - Why didn't Simms trust his friend Kyle?(41:25) Broncos def. Patriots - Denver D dominates; Pats need practice(46:00) Deep Dive #2: Steelers def. Browns - "Tell me, what does Baker Mayfield do that's elite?"(1:00:50) Take It Up To 100: Falcons def. Vikings - Julio Jones is still a freak(1:02:20) Lions def. Jaguars - "Let's see what D'Andre Swift's got"(1:03:45) Victory Lap: Ravens def. Eagles - Calais Campbell, first ballot Hall of Famer?(1:05:25) Dolphins def. Jets - Xavien Howard is on fire and Gregg Williams is inevitable(1:10:45) Give Me The Headlines: Bears def. Panthers - "U-G-L-Y you ain't got no alibi, you won"(1:12:55) Giants def. Washington - "You'll always remember your first"
10/19/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 23 seconds
Week 6 Picks: Browns-Steelers grudge match, Rodgers vs Brady, & Mahomes vs Allen
Chris is torn between his man crushes, and Florio is officially an Aaron Rodgers fan.(2:00) Sunday 1pm games: Bears vs Panthers(6:00) Bengals vs Colts(7:20) Lions vs Jaguars(9:20) Falcons vs Vikings(12:15) Broncos vs Patriots(14:40) Washington vs Giants(16:50) Ravens vs Eagles(19:30) Browns vs Steelers(26:10) Texans vs Titans(30:15) Sunday 4pm games: Jets at Dolphins(33:20) Packers at Buccaneers(40:20) SNF: Rams at 49ers(43:00) Monday doubleheader: Chiefs at Bills(45:15) Cardinals at Cowboys(47:10) Best Bets: Simms keeps riding with the birds
10/15/2020 • 51 minutes, 13 seconds
What The F^*! Happened?...Respect Ryan Tannehill, DK Metcalf is the best WR in the NFL, & Stop the blitzes
Chris and Paul "Paulie" Burmeister debate Tuesday Night Football vs Thursday Night Football, and then put a cap on Week 5 with What The F&^# Happened?(3:40) What The F^*! Happened? Titans def. Bills: Is Ryan Tannehill a Top 5 QB?(13:45) Chris gives Josh Allen's game a C+(31:00) Saints def. Chargers: Stop blitzing Justin Herbert(44:15) How did Drew Brees and Sean Payton turn it around?(54:25) Seahawks def. Vikings: Is there any hope for the Seattle defense?(1:02:40) "DK Metcalf is now the best receiver in the NFL"(1:17:50) Steelers def. Eagles: "Yes, Chase Claypool is that much of a freak"(1:25:30) Was this Carson Wentz's best game of the season?(1:33:50) Quarterback Jeopardy: TWOsday night football edition
The guys touch on a bittersweet Week 5 (poor Dak), but first Chris ruins the color red for Ahmed.(3:05) Deep Dive #1: Raiders def. Chiefs - What was the biggest catalyst for the Vegas offense: Carr, Ruggs, or the run game?(16:40) What happened to the Chiefs offense after halftime?(26:20) Victory Lap: Cowboys def. Giants - Chris' best backup in football comes through.(33:20) Seahawks def. Vikings - DK Metcalf wins the Game of the Year (maybe?)(39:00) Steelers def. Eagles - Chase Claypool scores 4 and trolls Tom Brady (maybe?)(43:40) Ravens def. Bengals - Patrick Queen crushes his former QB(47:10) Dolphins def. 49ers - Is San Francisco done as a contender?(52:10) Take It Up To 100: Panthers def. Falcons - Robby Anderson is crushing it for Carolina(58:20) Deep Dive #2: Browns def. Colts - A complete game keeps Cleveland rolling, and Ahmed has a pop quiz for Chris(1:14:45) Damn! Okay: Rams def. Washington - An inspiring comeback for Alex Smith. And Simms gives love to Jared Goff.(1:17:50) LeBron James - Chris veers off football to praise LBJ(1:20:10) Give Me The Headlines: Texans def. Jaguars - "Cooking up some Watson"(1:23:20) Cardinals def. Jets - "Red go, Green stop"(1:26:55) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings - Ahmed still thinks the Falcons aren't bad enough (really?) and then he ranks the NFC North teams he hates the most
10/12/2020 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 48 seconds
Week 5 Picks: Is Indy for real? + Kirk returns to Primetime
Although some games are in limbo, Florio & Simms still hit every one in the megapicks podcast.(2:45) TNF Buccaneers vs Bears(6:30) Panthers vs Falcons(9:45) Bengals vs Ravens(13:30) Jaguars vs Texans(15:20) Raiders vs Chiefs(18:30) Cardinals vs Jets(22:40) Eagles vs Steelers(25:40) Bills vs Titans(28:30) Rams vs Washington(30:45) Dolphins vs 49ers(34:00) Colts vs Browns(37:45) Giants vs Cowboys(40:20) Broncos vs Patriots(43:00) Vikings vs Seahawks(45:40) Chargers vs Saints(47:40) Best Bets: Simms doubles down on Baltimore & Florio likes a Dallas rebound.
10/8/2020 • 50 minutes, 59 seconds
What The F^*! Happened?...Belichick slows Mahomes (again), respect Josh Allen, worry for Murray?
Chris and Paulie B pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen before they dive into the film of Week 4 with another What The F&^# Happened? (3:30) What The F^*! Happened? Chiefs def. Patriots: How did Bill Belichick slow Patrick Mahomes (again)? (21:45) Was Brian Hoyer as bad as he looked? (Spolier alert: yeah, he was)(33:20) Saints def. Lions: Why did Drew Brees throw deeper this week?(42:25) Bills def. Raiders: Chris is tired of the Josh Allen disrespect.(52:20) Derek Carr and the Raiders keep missing opportunities.(56:15) Panthers def. Cardinals: Is it time to worry about Kyler Murray?(1:06:15) Colts def. Bears: "The Colts are the best defense in football"(1:16:15) QUARTERback Jeopardy: Chris goes for his first 5-for-5 performance
10/7/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 27 seconds
Week 4 Recap: Brady vs Herbert & Browns Twitter strikes back
Browns Twitter came at Chris with a vengeance for some old comments, so he responds. And as always, he and Ahmed touch on every game from Sunday.(3:50) Deep Dive #1: Bucs def. Chargers - Who was more impressive: Tom Brady or Justin Herbert?(27:50) Victory Lap: Seahawks def. Dolphins - Back when Chris called DK Metcalf "one of the can't-miss prospects of the draft"(32:50) Self-Scout Thyself: Saints def. Lions - Drew Brees starts letting it loose(39:30) Colts def. Bears - Was it more bad Nick Foles or good Colts defense?(43:40) 49ers def. Eagles - On Nick Mullens: "He was the reason they lost that game"(50:30) Deep Dive #2: Browns def. Cowboys - Browns Twitter demands a Chris apology(1:10:45) Take It Up to 100: Vikings def. Texans - Justin Jefferson is showing off all his skills(1:15:00) Damn! Okay: Bills def. Raiders - Stefon Diggs is up there for the best offseason acquisition(1:17:00) Panthers def. Cardinals - 8 men in the box can't stop Mike Davis(1:20:20) Ravens def. Washington - "I would take Marlon Humphrey over Jalen Ramsey right now"(1:22:30) Give Me The Headlines: Rams def. Giants - "A win is a win"(1:25:15) Bengals def. Jaguars - "Not your ordinary Joes"(1:28:00) Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings - We have a new team at #2
10/5/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 56 seconds
Week 4 Picks: Belichick vs Mahomes & Blue vs Gru
Florio's best bet heater continues.(2:00) TNF: Broncos vs Jets(4:45) Ravens vs Washington(7:55) Seahawks vs Dolphins(10:45) Cardinals vs Panthers(13:55) Colts vs Bears(16:40) Saints vs Lions(20:10) Browns vs Cowboys(23:15) Jaguars vs Bengals(26:25) Chargers vs Buccaneers(28:30) Vikings at Texans(31:15) Giants vs Rams(33:20) Bills vs Raiders(36:45) Patriots vs Chiefs(40:45) SNF: Eagles vs 49ers(43:30) MNF: Falcons vs Packers(46:00) Best Bets: Simms likes the blowouts and Florio doubles down on Monday night
10/1/2020 • 51 minutes, 25 seconds
What The F^*! Happened?...Mahomes vs Lamar, Russell vs Dak, & Foles/Trubisky
It's the return of QB Jeopardy! Paulie B has some trivia for Chris after they put a bow on Week 3 with What The F^*! Happened?(1:40) Steelers-Titans postponed - Paul & Chris react to the breaking news(3:50) What The F^*! Happened? Chiefs def. Ravens - Why did Baltimore's defense have the wrong approach? And did Marcus Peters blow a coverage?(23:45) Steve Spagnuolo calls Lamar Jackson's bluff(36:15) Deshaun Watson - How much is he to blame for the Texans weak offense?(44:15) Kyler Murray - Did the Lions expose him?(50:00) Seahawks def. Cowboys - Russell Wilson is awesome, but Simms praises an unsung hero for Seattle(58:45) Pour one out for the formerly dominant Cowboys running game. And the Seahawks defense drives Chris crazy.(1:10:40) Nick Foles & Mitchell Trubisky - Did Mitch deserve to get benched?(1:17:30) QB Jeopardy! - America's favorite game returns by looking at some leader this season
9/30/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Week 3 Recap: Brees stats deceive, Bears bench Trubisky, Wilson & Allen in MVP form
It takes a big pod for Chris & Ahmed to digest everything we saw in Week 3, including deep dives of Packers-Saints & Bills-Rams.(4:30) Deep Dive #1: Packers def. Saints - Was Drew Brees' game as good as his numbers? And Chris has a suggestion for the New Orleans defense.(29:00) Damn! Okay: Seahawks def. Cowboys - Russell Wilson's record pace(38:15) Bears def. Falcons - Nick Foles is the Chicago starter and Dan Quinn on the hot seat(43:15) 49ers def. Giants - Can Kyle keep winning with Nick Mullens?(46:30) Patriots def. Raiders - Rex Burkhead is this week's New England RB carousel star(50:00) Buccaneers def. Broncos - Shaq Barrett gets on the board(53:00) Deep Dive #2: Bills def. Rams - Bills Mafia stuffs the ballot to demand more Josh Allen love,(1:09:45) Take It Up To 100: Browns def. Washington - Nick Chubb continues to dominate(1:13:45) Victory Lap: Lions def. Cardinals - Chris crushes his best bet(1:17:15) Self-Scout Thyself: Texans def. Steelers - Is Chris ready to admit Deshaun Watson needs DeAndre Hopkins?(1:21:15) Colts def. Jets - Chris has advice for Adam Gase(1:24:15) Titans def. Vikings - Ahmed has a wild Stephen Gostkowski stat(1:29:00) Give Me The Headlines: Bengals tie Eagles - "You play...to win...the game"(1:33:00) Panthers def. Chargers - "Who needs Christian McCaffrey?"(1:35:30) Trevor Lawrence Top Pick Power Rankings - Ahmed updates the worst of the worst
9/28/2020 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 11 seconds
Week 3 Picks: Mahomes vs Lamar, Dak vs Russell, & Fade the Saints?
Simms is leading in the overall picks standings, but Florio has yet to lose a best bet.(1:30) TNF: Dolphins vs Jaguars(4:45) Bears vs Falcons(7:30) Rams vs Bills(10:30) Washington vs Browns(13:15) Titans vs Vikings(16:00) Raiders vs Patriots(19:20) 49ers vs Giants(22:00) Bengals vs Eagles(25:15) Texans vs Steelers(27:45) Jets vs Colts(28:45) Panthers vs Chargers(30:45) Lions vs Cardinals(33:30) Buccaneers vs Broncos(36:45) Cowboys vs Seahawks(40:00) SNF: Packers vs Saints(44:00) Chiefs vs Ravens(46:15) Best Bets: The guys target the SNF matchup and Simms takes an 0-2 underdog
9/24/2020 • 51 minutes
What The F^*! Happened?...Cowboys comeback, What's wrong with Wentz & Defending Brees
Chris and Ahmed pay homage to one of the NFL's all-time greats before Simms gives his big takeaways from watching the Week 2 film.(2:50) Remembering Gale Sayers(5:10) Injuries: Why didn't Ahmed turn them off last week?(6:50) Cowboys def. Falcons: Despite the comeback win, Chris is still worried about the Cowboys defense(22:50) Rams def. Eagles: Praising Sean McVay, and what's wrong with Carson Wentz?(41:30) Aaron Rodgers: How have the Packers changed their running game to help him?(50:50) Josh Allen: Has he improved his accuracy?(1:01:20) Tom Brady: "His arm is still top notch"(1:11:20) Drew Brees: "It wasn't as bad as I originally thought it was"(1:22:20) Ahmed's Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings: Sorry Bengals and Browns, you were too good this week
9/23/2020 • 1 hour, 29 minutes
Week 2 Recap: Russell bests Cam, Mahomes overcomes Chargers & Dak comes back
It was a bittersweet Week 2 as we saw some wild wins and crushing injuries. Paulie B makes his return to the pod as he and Chris tackle every game from Sunday.(4:20) Deep Dive #1: Seahawks def. Patriots - Should we second-guess New England's final play call?(22:30) Is Russell Wilson the best QB in football?(32:45) Deep Dive #2: Chiefs def. Chargers - How did LA stifle Patrick Mahomes and how did he bounce back?(47:45) Damn! Okay: Cowboys def. Falcons - How did Dak lead the Cowboys back? (52:30) Packers def. Lions - How does Aaron Jones make Green Bay more explosive?(54:30) Bills def. Dolphins - What is Josh Allen doing better?(1:00:45) Victory Lap: Colts def. Vikings - Jonathan Taylor is establishing himself. And is it time to bury the Vikings?(1:04:15) Steelers def. Broncos - Chase Claypool "is DK Metcalf Part 2"(1:07:00) Self-Scout Thyself: Rams def. Eagles - Does Sean McVay deserve the credit for Jared Goff?(1:12:15) Bears def. Giants - Mitchell Trubisky is going in the right direction.(1:18:45) Gimme The Headlines: 49ers def. Jets - "Dropping Like Flies"(1:20:00) Cardinals def. Washington - "Size is Overrated"(1:21:50) Ravens def. Texans - "Pick Your Poison"(1:22:50) Titans def. Jaguars - "Are You Not Entertained?"
9/21/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 40 seconds
Week 2 Picks: Lamar vs Deshaun, Cam vs Russell, & will Brady bounce back?
Chris gets to gloat after he swept Mike in their head-to-head picks last week. Then the guys hit every game in Week 2.(2:45) TNF: Bengals vs Browns(5:20) Lions vs Packers(8:00) Vikings vs Colts(12:00) Giants vs Bears(15:30) Falcons vs Cowboys(18:30) Panthers vs Buccaneers(21:00) Rams vs Eagles(23:20) 49ers vs Jets(25:00) Bills vs Dolphins(26:50) Jaguars vs Titans(28:30) Broncos vs Steelers(32:00) Washington vs Cardinals(34:50) Ravens vs Texans(37:45) Chiefs vs Chargers(40:30) SNF: Patriots vs Seahawks(45:10) MNF: Saints vs Raiders(47:15) Best Bets: Simms & Florio give their 3 top picks of the week
9/17/2020 • 51 minutes, 2 seconds
What The F^*! Happened? Jimmy G's blame, Baker's struggles & Trubisky's comeback
Chris gives his takeaways from grinding the Week 1 film, and Ahmed ranks the teams that did the most to lock up the #1 pick.(2:45) Cardinals-49ers: How much can we blame Jimmy Garoppolo? How did the Cards frustrate Shanahan's offense?(16:00) Why is Kyler Murray the 49ers' kryptonite?(24:30) Cowboys-Rams: What was different about Sean McVay's offense?(31:00) Is Kellen Moore a good offensive coordinator? How did Ezekiel Elliott look?(35:15) Packers-Vikings: Green Bay is getting aggressive with Aaron Rodgers(43:15) Is Gary Kubiak giving Kirk Cousins enough help?(49:00) Browns-Ravens: What's wrong with Baker Mayfield? And can Cleveland salvage Odell Beckham?(59:15) Bears-Lions: Despite his comeback, is Mitchell Trubisky still making the same mistakes?(1:08:15) Ahmed's Top Pick Trevor Lawrence Power Rankings: What team showed us the least so far?
9/16/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 55 seconds
Week 1 Review: Brady's INTs, Pats roll with Cam, & is Davante Top 10 yet?
Chris & Ahmed touch on every Sunday game from Week 1, starting with 2 different debuts for Tom Brady & Cam Newton.(3:15) Film Deep Dive #1: Saints def. Bucs - What happened on Brady's 2 INT? And what weapon do the Saints need to use more?(20:00) Film Deep Dive #2: Patriots def. Dolphins - Is this just the tip of the iceberg for the Cam Newton offense?(35:45) Self-Scout Thyself: Packers def. Vikings - Is Davante Adams in Chris' Top 10 WR list yet?(43:30) Bears def. Lions - Mitch Clutch-bisky breaks Ahmed's heart...again.(48:00) Jaguars def. Colts - Should Indy fans panic already?(52:20) Damn! Okay: Seahawks def. Falcons - Jamal Adams' immediate impact for Seattle, and Hawks #LetRussCook(1:01:15) Cardinals def. 49ers - Kyler Murray & DeAndre Hopkins lead an upset(1:07:30) Cowboys def. Rams - Aldon Smith shines in defeat, and did Dallas get hosed by the refs?(1:13:45) Washington def. Eagles - Ryan Kerrigan & Chase Young pummel Carson Wentz(1:17:40) Victory Lap: Bills def. Jets - Josh Allen does it all(1:20:45) Raiders def. Panthers - Chris tried to tell you about Josh Jacobs(1:22:45) Give Me The Headlines: Ravens def. Browns - Baltimore uses the Chiefs Super Bowl play(1:28:15) Chargers def. Bengals - Welcome to Cincinnati, Joe Burrow
9/14/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Week 1 Picks: Football is Back! + Florio Takes a Victory Lap
The PFT PM/Chris Simms Unbuttoned joint collaboration is back in full force with Chris & Mike making their picks against the spread for every game in Week 1. But first, Mike gloats over last year's title.(2:45) Kickoff: Texans vs Chiefs(6:15) Seahawks vs Falcons(11:40) Browns vs Ravens(16:00) Jets vs Bills(20:00) Raiders vs Panthers(23:40) Bears vs Lions(28:50) Colts vs Jaguars(31:00) Packers vs Vikings(35:15) Dolphins vs Patriots(39:30) Eagles vs Washington(42:00) Chargers vs Bengals(44:45) Buccaneers vs Saints(48:00) Cardinals vs 49ers(50:00) SNF: Cowboys vs Rams(54:30) MNF: Steelers vs Giants(58:20) MNF: Titans vs Broncos(1:01:00) Best Bets - Simms & Florio give their 3 top picks of the week
9/10/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 1 second
2020 Playoffs Answer Key + Super Bowl LV Prediction
It's prediction time! Chris gives the order he thinks each division will finish, and then we will play out the bracket and reveal his Super Bowl winner.(4:45) Self-Scout Thyself: We look back at how his 2019 predictions went(10:15) AFC East: Will the Bills finally beat out the Pats?(16:15) AFC North: Will the Browns end their playoff drought?(22:15) AFC South: Chris has his first surprise team to miss the playoffs(30:30) AFC West: Are the Chiefs the only playoff team?(36:15) NFC East: Can the Eagles repeat as division champs?(41:20) NFC North: The most wide-open division in the league?(47:45) NFC South: Will the Buccaneers live up to the hype?(55:20) NFC West: Can the 49ers stave off the Seahawks?(1:07:45) Playoff Bracket: Chris and Ahmed give their Super Bowl LV winners(1:21:45) Awards: The guys give their picks for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and more
9/8/2020 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 3 seconds
Bucs sign Leonard Fournette + NFC Win Totals
Chris reveals an uncomfortable injury to Ahmed and the guys do some RB talk before they pick win total over/unders for every NFC team.(4:00) Leonard Fournette: What will his role with the Buccaneers be?(11:00) Joe Mixon: Chris was pumped to be on his hype video. Is Mixon better than Alvin Kamara?(18:00) Chris ranks his Top 5 RBs from the 2017 Draft class. Where does Dalvin Cook land?(22:00) Homies react to Chris' AFC Win Totals(23:45) NFC Win Totals - NFC East: Eagles 9.5, Cowboys 9.5, Giants 6.5, Washington 5.5(41:30) NFC North: Packers 8.5, Vikings 8.5, Bears 7.5, Lions 6.5(58:00) NFC South: Saints 10.5, Falcons 7.5, Buccaneers 9.5, Panthers 5.5(1:16:00) NFC West: 49ers 10.5, Seahawks 9.5, Rams 8.5, Cardinals 7.5
9/3/2020 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 38 seconds
Yannick Ngakoue traded, Leonard Fournette cut + AFC Win Totals
Simms and Ahmed tackle some big moves by the Jaguars before they pick over/unders on wins for every AFC team.(5:00) Yannick Ngakoue: What does he bring to the Vikings? What happened to the promising 2017 Jaguars defense?(19:30) Leonard Fournette: Why the the Jags cut him and where does he end up next?(27:15) AFC Win Totals - AFC East: Patriots over/under 9.5, Bills 8.5, Jets 6.5, Dolphins 6.5(39:45) AFC North: Ravens 11.5, Steelers 9.5, Browns 8.5, Bengals 5.5(56:10) AFC South: Texans 7.5, Titans 8.5, Colts 9.5, Jaguars 4.5(1:11:30) AFC West: Chiefs 11.5, Broncos 7.5, Raiders 7.5, Chargers 7.5(1:26:00) Best Bets: Chris and Ahmed give the two bets they're each most confident about
8/31/2020 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 45 seconds
Bust The Narrative + Rotoworld Fantasy Football Primer
Simms busts (or confirms) some big 2020 narratives before the guys welcome on Big Phil & Rotoworld fantasy analyst Josh Norris. Oh, and Ahmed raps.(4:05) Sports Boycotts: Chris & Ahmed touch on the news of the day and what it means for the NFL(12:15) Bust (or Trust?) The Narrative #1: The Texans offense will be worse without DeAndre Hopkins(16:30) Ahmed raps a new theme song(17:30) Narrative #2: Mike McCarthy solves the Cowboys problems(22:00) Narrative #3: Aaron Rodgers & the Packers are headed for a drama season(28:00) Big Phil joins and explains how Bill Parcells got him to be a more aggressive passer(39:00) Joe Judge: On why running laps could bring his team closer together(46:55) Playcalls: How did a playcall in Phil's old offense compare to a Gruden version?(58:00) Rotoworld's Josh Norris joins us to prep you for your fantasy season. Why should we draft RBs early, but QBs late? And we talk about Jalen Reagor, Justin Jefferson, Stefon Diggs, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Kyler Murray, Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool (of course), Terry McLaurin, Henry Ruggs, and Josh Jacobs.
8/27/2020 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 6 seconds
Earl Thomas cut, #AskMeAnything, & Obvious Movie Trivia
Chris has some hard truths about Earl Thomas after the Ravens cut him. Then we hit the mailbag with an #AskMeAnything, along with your Obvious Movie Trivia questions for Ahmed. We end by building the offense for the Rapid City Rushmores.(2:45) Earl Thomas: How do the Ravens replace him? Where does he rank among safeties? What teams could use him?(23:05) #AskMeAnything begins with a shoutout(24:00) Jimmy Garoppolo: What did Bill Belichick see in him that made him want to replace Tom Brady?(30:10) Patriots: What's the worst-case scenario for them with Cam Newton this year?(31:20) Giants: Will Joe Judge surprise everyone this year? Why is he making players run laps?(36:40) Seahawks offense: What QBs could succeed in it?(40:15) 2020 Defenses: Will they have an early advantage with no preseason?(44:00) 2020 Leaders: Who will top the pass yds, rush yds, rec yds list?(53:00) 2020 Playoff Teams: Who didn't make it last year who could make it this year?(57:50) 2000 Ravens vs 2002 Bucs: Which was the better defense?(1:01:30) Super Bowl Winners: Who was the worst one in the last 20 years?(1:06:00) Obvious Movie Trivia: How little does Ahmed know about popular movies he hasn't seen?(1:09:50) Chris' Favorite Offense: We fill out half of the starting lineup for the Rapid City Rushmores
8/24/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes
Jarrett Stidham's INTs, Dwayne Haskins vs Alex Smith, & Most Impressive Rookies
Chris and Ahmed talk NBA jerseys before getting into some Virtual Training Camp Takeaways and an edition of Damn! Okay for rookie camp standouts. Plus, your best suggestions for the next bobblehead we add to the desk.(4:00) Injuries: Why are we seeing so many this week, and could we see more when the season starts?(14:15) Jarrett Stidham: How bad a sign are his early INTs?(21:00) Dwayne Haskins vs Alex Smith: Simms rants against isolated social media practice videos(25:45) Philip Rivers: Chris explains why he was yeling "flatten the route"(29:00) Stephon Gilmore: Can he really pick up on routes from Twitter videos?(31:20) Damn! Okay...Rookie Standouts: Cam Akers, Van Jefferson, Chase Claypool, Henry Ruggs, KJ Hamler, Cole Kmet, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, D'Andre Swift, AJ Terrell, Kyle Dugger, Antoine Winfield Jr.(1:03:00) QB School: Does Chris wish he had a different coach instead of Jon Gruden?(1:09:15) Bobbleheads: Your suggestion for our next addition to the desk
8/20/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes
Training Camp Battles & AJ Dillon's Legs
Chris talks about being starstruck by Martha Stewart before the guys get into Training Camp Battles and a big weekend for Legs & Ass.(6:15) Alex Smith: He's back after almost losing his life to football, a story Chris can relate to. Can he beat out Dwayne Haskins and where does he rank in the Simms Top 40 QB list?(18:00) Training Camp Battles, Patriots QB: Cam Newton vs Jarrett Stidham(25:15) Dolphins QB: Tua Tagovailoa vs Ryan Fitzpatrick(27:30) Bears QB: Mitchell Trubisky vs Nick Foles(30:00) Raiders QB: Derek Carr vs Marcus Mariota(33:45) Colts RB: Marlon Mack vs Jonathan Taylor(36:15) Broncos RB: Melvin Gordon vs Phillip Lindsay(40:20) Lions RB: Kerryon Johnson vs D'Andre Swift(42:45) Rams RB: Darrell Henderson vs Malcolm Brown vs Cam Akers(48:15) Raiders WRs: Henry Ruggs III vs Bryan Edwards vs Tyrell Williams vs Hunter Renfrow vs Nelson Agholor(52:45) Eagles WR: Jalen Reagor vs J.J. Arcega-Whiteside(57:15) Saints LB: Alex Anzalone vs Nigel Bradham vs. Zack Baun(59:45) Bills CB2 Levi Wallace vs Josh Norman(1:05:00) Legs & Ass: Chris is proud to be known as the "legs & ass" guy. AJ Dillon & Jordyn Brooks impress.(1:13:30) George Kittle vs Travis Kelce: The homies pushed back on Chris putting Kittle over Kelce.
8/17/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 34 seconds
Derwin James on Patrick Mahomes; George Kittle's record deal; Hard Knocks reactions
Chris spoke to one of the top 2 safeties in the NFL, Derwin James. But first Simms and Ahmed vent about pool hygiene.(7:15) Hard Knocks: After seeing Aaron Donald is afraid of needles, does he still make Chris' Zombie Apocalypse team?(18:15) Big Phil: Joins to talk about how impressed he was with Anthony Lynn & Sean McVay.(25:00) Derwin James: Chris interviews the Chargers star safety, who spoke about his favorite play he's made in the NFL and his approach against Patrick Mahomes.(50:15) Patriots defense: Will Bill Belichick move to a 4-3 instead of a 3-4 because of the shortened offseason?(55:15) Games without fans: How much will it affect the game? Phil tells us the only time the crowd noise changed his game.(1:04:45) Big Phil Storytime: The time he went to the hospital and used the broadcast booth to contact his family.(1:09:30) George Kittle: He broke the record for TE contracts, but is he still underpaid?(1:18:30) Everson Griffen: How big an addition is he for the Cowboys D-line? And where do the Seahawks go from here?(1:24:30) Create-A-Team: Chris & Ahmed brainstorm a 33rd team for the NFL
8/13/2020 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 59 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Lessons from Belichick, Wilson's MVP misfortune, & Optimism for 2020
Chris and Ahmed swap stories about struggles without electricity before they dive into the mailbag.(6:20) Strongest arm: What's the difference between throwing it farther vs harder?(18:30) Pass routes: What was Chris' favorite one to throw as a QB? And he gives his favorite Patriots play.(26:30) Bill Belichick: How much communication did Chris have with him when when he worked with the Pats?(30:30) Russell Wilson: What year should he have gotten an MVP vote?(35:00) 2020 NFL season: Why should we be optimistic it's going to happen?(39:30) NFC West vs AFC West: Which division is more likely to have all 4 teams make the playoffs?(43:45) Vic Fangio: Is he the right head coach for the Broncos young offense?(47:30) Kliff Kingsbury: Is he going to change his offense now that he has DeAndre Hopkins?(50:45) JK Dobbins: Will he take over as the Ravens #1 RB?(54:30) Tattoo: Is there a sporting event that would make Chris get another tattoo?(58:50) Chris' future: Does he think he'll ever work in the NFL again?(1:01:30) Andrew Luck: If he unretired, where would he rank in the Simms Top 40 QB list?(1:06:00) Bears QB Competition: Is it crazy to think Mitchell Trubisky can beat out Nick Foles?(1:11:30) Self-scout Thyself: What was Chris' strength and weakness when he was playing?(1:15:15) Pizza: What is Simms' favorite? And Ahmed reveals some shocking pizza habits.
8/10/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 12 seconds
Antonio Brown landing spots & Josh Allen vs Patrick Mahomes throwing contest
A hurricane has driven Ahmed back to our desk, and Big Phil joins us to talk about teams that should be interested in Antonio Brown.(3:15) Homies on Most Talented Rosters: Chris defends Ahmed putting the Chargers #5. And where do the Bills and Packers rank?(10:45) Antonio Brown: Simms posted a poll, and was surprised by how few fans would want to sign him. What is the ideal landing spot for him?(21:15) Big Phil joins: Should the Ravens or 49ers sign AB?(29:00) Derek Carr: "He is the least of the Raiders worries"(35:20) Dak Prescott: "I'm a big believer in him"(41:45) Opt outs: Phil reflects on the uncertainty of this season compared to the strike seasons of the '80s(54:15) Josh Allen vs Patrick Mahomes: Who has the strongest arm?(1:06:20) Washington's helmet: Does it make Ahmed's Top 5?
8/6/2020 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 17 seconds
Top 5 Most Talented Rosters; Impact of Opt Outs
The guys dive into opt outs, the most talented teams in the NFL, and finally settle the Mascot Wars. But first, Ahmed discovers he might have been bamboozled by the deodorant industry.(3:45) Opt outs: What team has the biggest on-field loss? What is Chris hearing from coaches around the league?(19:10) Patriots: Why did they have so many players opt out? And why shouldn't they panic?(28:00) CJ Mosley: "The Jets lost their 2 best defensive players in consecutive weeks."(32:15) Devin Funchess: "This makes the Packers draft look worse now."(34:30) Damien Williams: "Clyde Edwards-Helaire is going to be a superstar."(37:15) Nate Solder: "Andrew Thomas will be ready to go."(42:00) Top 5 Teams With The Most Talent(1:07:55) Mascot Battle Royale: We finally crown a winner, and why the Giants are the first team out.
8/3/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 32 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Patrick Mahomes isn't #4, Sleeper MVP Candidates, and Zombie Apocalypse Team
Simms and Ahmed hit the mailbag with an #AskMeAnything, and welcome Big Phil back to the show.(2:40) NFC West: Does the Jamal Adams trade push the Seahawks above the 49ers?(6:30) Seattle scheme: Who plays the Kam Chancellor role for the 7 teams that run it?(12:00) 49ers defense: If Chris isn't high on the Seattle scheme, what would he run instead?(14:30) Big Phil busts into the pod, with some high praise for the Ravens(19:00) Patrick Mahomes: How was he ranked #4 in the league by his peers?(24:15) Lamar Jackson: Is he the James Harden of the NFL?(26:30) Davante Adams: Big Phil weighs in on Chris' Top 10 WR list(30:50) Offensive & Defensive Minds: Which 2 would Chris and Phil choose to mold their squads?(37:45) Bill Belichick: Do we overlook his bad roster moves because of his great coaching?(44:00) Sleeper MVP candidates: Matthew Stafford? Josh Allen? Philip Rivers?(48:30) Jamal Adams: Big Phil tells a story about George Adams that likely shaped the former Jets safety(54:40) Fantasy picks: Chris gives some insight into potential breakouts like Josh Jacobs, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman, Chase Claypool, and Bryan Edwards(58:45) Rookie WRs: Who will have the best numbers at the end of the year?(1:02:45) Zombie apocalypse: Chris creates his 5-man SWAT team(1:08:00) #3 TE: After George Kittle and Travis Kelce, is Zach Ertz the next-best TE in the NFL?(1:10:20) Roy Williams: What derailed his career?(1:13:00) Simms' Best WR: Who was the best receiver Chris ever threw to? Joey Galloway? Brandon Marshall? Randy Moss?
7/30/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 18 seconds
Jamal Adams traded & Top 10 WR reactions
It's a day of reactions for Simms and Ahmed: to the Jamal Adams trade, to Chris' conversation with Kyle Shanahan, and to players mad about the Simms Top 10 WR list.(4:20) Jamal Adams: Simms reacts to the trade and defends Adam Gase(22:00) Seattle scheme: Chris explains it, which teams use it, and ranks the most important positions in the defense(38:00) Kyle Shanahan takeaways: When did Chris know Kyle was a "psycho"? Does he share his Jimmy G optimism?(55:45) Buttoning up: Chris explains when he started buttoning the top button(59:00) Top 10 WR Reactions: Davante Adams, Jarvis Landry, and Keenan Allen had comments, and Chris defends himself.
7/27/2020 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 29 seconds
Guest: 49ers Coach Kyle Shanahan
After 167 episodes, Kyle Shanahan finally returns for another appearance on the podcast. He talks about getting over the Super Bowl loss and preparing for a season unlike any other.(1:15) Fashion: Chris grills Kyle on his "look"(6:15) Career: What Kyle learned from his father, Jon Gruden, Monte Kiffin & other coaching mentors(17:00) Xs and Os: How he organizes his playbook for gameday to "crack the code"(22:15) Seattle scheme: Why Kyle prefers it for his defense(27:45) 2019 season: How Kyle knew his defense was elite way back in Training Camp, the impact of the Emmanuel Sanders trade, and Jimmy Garoppolo's improvement(35:40) Super Bowl LIV: How he got over the depression of the loss and if he's watched the game with the team yet(40:15) 2020 expectations: Is this year "Super Bowl or bust"?(43:20) Coaching: How Kyle builds his style on being honest to players(49:45) Jimmy Garoppolo: Why he's just getting started(53:15) 3rd & 15: At what point of the Super Bowl did Kyle say "Oh no"?(55:15) COVID-19: How Kyle is preparing for the season and why he's more optimistic since arriving to the facility(1:01:00) Preseason games: Why he's glad they were canceled this year
7/23/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 19 seconds
Simms Top 10 Wide Receivers & Ahmed's 99 Club
(3:00) Simms Top 10 Wide Receivers: Chris explains his gripe with Madden ratings and the logic behind his list(10:30) WR #10 Courtland Sutton (16:45) WR #9 Stefon Diggs(22:00) WR #8 Amari Cooper(26:30) WR #7 A.J. Green(31:15) WR #6 Odell Beckham Jr.(37:00) WR #5 DeAndre Hopkins(44:00) WR #4 Mike Evans(49:15) WR #3 Michael Thomas(55:00) WR #2 Julio Jones(58:00) WR #1 Tyreek Hill(1:03:30) Missed the cut: DJ Moore, DK Metcalf, Davante Adams, T.Y. Hilton, Adam Thielen, Chris Godwin, DeVante Parker, Terry McLaurin, Kenny Golladay, Allen Robinson, AJ Brown, Deebo Samuel(1:08:00) Ahmed's 99 Club Don't forget the punters
7/20/2020 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 30 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Back from Vacation
We're back, baby! After a 2-week break, Chris & Ahmed return to hit on the big stories we missed (Cam to Pats, Mahomes' big deal, Washington's name change) & tackle other #AskMeAnything questions from the homies.(3:45) @SimmsHomies: Chris gets his own fan account(6:00) Training camps: Why do players need even more time to prepare for this season?(11:30) Cam to the Pats: Is he guaranteed to be the starter? Was this Belichick’s plan all along? Is Jarrett Stidham still the future? Are the Bills or the Pats favorites in the AFC East?(30:15) Mahomes' big contract: "One of the most team-friendly deals we've ever seen."(35:45) Dak's contract negotiations: Why did Mahomes' contract hurt Prescott's leverage?(39:00) Chiefs: Should we give Mahomes less credit because of his weapons?(47:15) Best O-lineman: Chris names his top guys at each position. Are left tackles still more important than right tackles?(54:15) Washington name change: What should their new mascot be?(1:01:00) Madden Top 10 QB Ratings: Where does Chris disagree?(1:05:45) 2020 QBs: Who will lead the league in TD passes? How about INT?(1:10:30) Ravens: Are they the most talented team in the NFL?(1:13:00) Switching fandom: Chris talks a Packers fan off the ledge(1:15:00) 49ers: Should Raheem Mostert have demanded a trade? And why does Kyle Shanahan like the Seattle defense despite Chris always bashing it?(1:21:40) Seahawks: Is there any chance they (or any NFL team) sign Antonio Brown?(1:24:45) Mascot Pro Bowl: “I’m putting my money on any human”
7/15/2020 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 42 seconds
#AskMeAnything: Simms Top 40 QB Countdown recap
Before Chris starts his vacation, he, Ahmed & Big Phil take questions from the homies as they react to the full Simms Top 40 QB Countdown.(4:00) Tom Brady & Drew Brees: Does Chris underrate their mental strengths?(11:30) Adam Lefkoe weighs in on Aaron Rodgers, and Chris calls blasphemy(14:40) Deshaun Watson: Is the Texans offensive scheme doing enough for him?(17:45) Patrick Mahomes: Why was he drifting in the pocket last year?(19:40) Big Phil would make a switch in the Simms Top 5(30:45) Lamar Jackson: Where does he rank on just his throwing?(37:45) Russell Wilson: How is his offense handicapping him?(49:45) How the Simms family was photo-bombed by a dog(53:30) Big Phil makes Chris tell an embarrassing wiffle ball story(58:00) A homie suggests a Simms song for Russell Wilson(1:00:45) Tua Tagovailoa: Does he have a Top 5 ceiling?(1:06:30) Top 5 Fan Bases Maddest at Chris(1:16:30) Cam Newton: What if he doesn't play this year?(1:19:30) Jameis Winston: What if we could eliminate all his flaws?
Chris reveals his top 5 passers in the NFL as we finish the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown. And Paul has some trivia for the fab 5.(4:15) Homies react: What does Cam Newton do better than Kyler Murray? Why is Matthew Stafford behind the less-talented Matt Ryan? Why is Carson Wentz ahead of Dak Prescott?(16:00) QB #5 Lamar Jackson: What can he improve to jump into the Top 3?(29:15) QB #4 Deshaun Watson: Why DeAndre Hopkins' departure might be a blessing in disguise(38:00) QB #3 Aaron Rodgers: "For the first time since 2010, I don't think he's the best in the game."(51:45) QB #2 Russell Wilson: Are the Seahawks setting him up to succeed?(1:05:45) QB #1 Patrick Mahomes: "There is no weakness to his game. None."(1:17:15) QB Jeopardy: Simms Top 5 QBs (plus a wild card)
6/23/2020 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 38 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown #10-6 (Cam, Stafford, Dak, Ryan, Wentz)
We're nearing the end of the Simms Top 10 QB Countdown, as Chris and Ahmed reveal numbers 10 to 6.(3:00) Homies react: How would Ryan Tannehill do without Derrick Henry? Where's Jacoby Brissett? Where would Simms have ranked himself in his prime? And Ahmed catches some backlash from jorts-lovers.(19:45) QB #10 Cam Newton: If he's a Top 10 QB, why did the Panthers let him go?(34:00) QB #9 Matthew Stafford: "Last year he was out-of-this-world good with a new playing style."(44:30) QB #8 Dak Prescott: "I like Andy Dalton. But he ain't Dak Prescott."(55:30) QB #7 Matt Ryan: Why Chris is even more impressed with him after his MVP season.(1:06:30) QB #6 Carson Wentz: "Nick Foles? They're not in the same stratosphere."(1:20:15) Talkin' Baseball: Ahmed & Chris are angry with one of their favorite sports
6/18/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #14-11 (Ben, Cousins, Kyler, Tannehill)
Chris reacts to some Brady & Brees backlash before he reveals the next 4 QBs in his countdown. And then Paul gives him his toughest round of QB Jeopardy yet.(4:00) Homies react: Why Philip Rivers over Jimmy Garoppolo? Did Chris ever say Michael Thomas was good because of Drew Brees? Can we blame Tom Brady's receivers for his struggles last year?(20:15) QB #14 Ben Roethlisberger: Should we be concerned about his health and supporting cast?(30:45) QB #13 Kirk Cousins: Why does he catch so much flack?(39:45) QB #12 Kyler Murray: Is he a Top 5 MVP candidate this season?(51:15) QB #11 Ryan Tannehill: Why was he better last year than with the Dolphins?(1:04:15) QB Jeopardy: QBs on their Second Stop
6/16/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 10 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #18-15 (Allen, Rivers, Brees, Brady)
Last year, Chris was bashed in the summer and vindicated in the fall for his ranking of Drew Brees & Tom Brady. So bring on the backlash.(2:00) Homies react: Did Daniel Jones rack up stats in garbage time? Should the Browns have drafted Josh Allen over Baker Mayfield? A stat fight over Jimmy Garoppolo's deep passing. And Raiders Nation isn't as mean as they say.(25:30) QB #18 Josh Allen: "He's not scared of any throw."(33:45) Ahmed's Top 5 QBs in shorts(37:00) QB #17 Philip Rivers: "He can still make a lot of plays."(45:45) QB #16 Drew Brees: "The Saints wouldn't be pushing him out the door for Taysom Hill if he was still a Top 5 quarterback."(56:00) QB #15 Tom Brady: "Teams don't let Top 10 quarterbacks go."
6/11/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 14 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #22-19 (Jones, Baker, Jimmy G, Carr)
Chris & Paul reveal 4 more names in the Top 40 QB Countdown, as 2nd Round picks are a theme of the day.(2:30) Homies: If Joe Burrow's O-line was that bad, why did they win awards last season? And why does Jared Goff rank behind Sam Darnold when he's accomplished so much more?(11:30) QB #22 Daniel Jones: When did Chris know he was wrong about his draft evaluation of him?(23:45) QB #21 Baker Mayfield: It's nuts to think this is a make-or-break year for him.(33:45) QB #20: Jimmy Garoppolo: "There's some doubt there or they wouldn't have flirted with Tom Brady."(46:45) QB #19: Derek Carr: "A better athlete with a better arm than Jimmy G."(58:45) QB Jeopardy: 2nd Round Draft Picks
6/9/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 36 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #26-23 (Burrow, Lock, Goff, Darnold)
Drew Brees' comments are dominating the NFL landscape and Chris & Ahmed touch on them before they get back into the Top 40 QB Countdown with Big Phil.(7:00) Chris tells a few stories about teammates' encounters with racism(13:30) Homies: We shout out a very committed fan, and Chris defends his ranking of Andy Dalton & Gardner Minshew(20:00) Speaking of Minshew, Producer Pete Damalitilitis reveals his QB Facial Hair Power Rankings(29:00) QB #26 Joe Burrow: "The ceiling is he could be Peyton Manning."(39:00) QB #25 Drew Lock: Chris could see some monster stats for him this year.(48:15) QB #24 Jared Goff: "He doesn't make enough plays for me to put him in the Top 20."(1:08:00) Trivia: Name the 5 Cal QBs who have started a Super Bowl(1:10:45) QB #23 Sam Darnold: "He is a master Jedi in the pocket."
6/4/2020 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 2 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #30-27 (Minshew, Bridgewater, Fitzpatrick, Dalton)
Chris reveals four more names in his Top 40 QB Countdown, and Paul has some trivia on journeymen who you’ll find high up on the all-time passing yards list.(2:30) Chris responds to questions about his rankings for Jarrett Stidham & Nick Foles(10:00) QB #30 Gardner Minshew II: Will he still be the Jaguars starting QB 3 years from now?(22:45) QB #29 Teddy Bridgewater: Does he need to play more aggressively with the Panthers?(34:30) QB #28 Ryan Fitzpatrick: Why did he rise 7 spots from last year?(44:30) QB #27 Andy Dalton: Is his future more Teddy Bridgewater or Jon Kitna?(53:30) Simms breaks down the difference between the Jon Gruden West Coast offense & Josh McDaniels Patriots offense(1:04:30) QB Jeopardy: All-time Journeymen
6/2/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 44 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #35-31 (Stidham, Taylor, Winston, Keenum, Foles)
We reveal another 5 names in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, with Big Phil weighing in. (2:45) The homies & haters react to Chris' ranking of Tua Tagovailoa, Dwayne Haskins & Mitchell Trubisky(17:15) QB #35 Jarrett Stidham: Why he's a much better prospect than his draft pick indicates.(24:15) QB #34 Tyrod Taylor: "I think he can take the Chargers to the playoffs. But will that be enough?"(32:30) Big Phil has thoughts on the 4th-and-15 onside kick alternative that did not pass today.(49:30) QB #33 Jameis Winston: Why Sean Payton could resurrect his career(1:02:45) QB #32 Case Keenum: Why he could put pressure on Baker Mayfield (1:11:00) QB #31 Nick Foles: “I think he’ll take the Bears job Week 1 and run with it.”
5/28/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 45 seconds
Top 40 QB Countdown: #40-36 (Tua, Haskins, Trubisky, Herbert, Hill)
Chris reveals the first 5 names of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, while Paul is all about alliteration.(2:00) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: Chris explains his thought process(5:50) QB #40 Tua Tagovailoa: Are injuries his biggest red flag?(17:30) QB #39 Dwayne Haskins: Does he have the worst supporting cast in the NFL?(25:00) QB #38 Mitchell Trubisky: Chris doesn’t let Matt Nagy off the hook(35:45) QB #37 Justin Herbert: Does he start more games than Tyrod Taylor?(47:15) QB #36 Taysom Hill: “He’s on his way to being the starting QB for the Saints in 2021”(58:30) QB Jeopardy: How well does Chris know the QB classes of 2018 & 2019?
5/26/2020 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 36 seconds
#AskMeAnything & Top 40 QB Countdown Preview
With the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown coming next week, he and Ahmed first take a look at last year's rankings. Then they hit the mailbag for an #AskMeAnything.(3:30) Tom Brady has solved a problem that Chris is familiar with from his time as a Buccaneers QB(12:15) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown Preview: Taking a look back at Chris' 2019 list. Some Brady/Brees vindication, and why didn't Chris have Lamar Jackson higher?(17:10) #AskMeAnything: @thederekquinn "Who do you think will be the most improved QBs in the NFL this season?"(21:30) @Woolsdan1 "With Mitch Trubisky regressing, who is most responsible?" And why the Bears should just start Nick Foles.(27:00) a_dubzero "What’s up with Jimmy Garoppolo and the deep ball?"(33:00) Feeet "Who is going to crash the playoffs?"(36:45) @realEdwardMason "What stat would you like to see be officially recorded?"(43:15) @ConnerMcGinnis "Who are 1 or 2 WRs that could be this draft's Kevin White?" Chris has concerns about Jalen Reagor & Laviska Shenault Jr.(47:50) Ahmed tries to recruit more people to #TeamBidet(49:50) @benp0218 "Who is the one draft prospect where you think 'how did I miss that'?" Chris talks about his scouting mistakes with Dak Prescott & Greg Robinson.(51:45) UF Jeff "What are the first things to watch for when trying to understand the game better?"(57:30) Finn Weeks "What did it take for you to do the Lowe's ad with Kurt Warner?"(1:00:15) @oconnelldarragh "If you could pick where you would have been drafted, where would you have gone?"(1:03:15) @coacharmijo "My wife wants to know: who's your barber?"(1:05:45) @bcurtis112 asks Ahmed about Michigan beaches(1:08:20) Chris talks some Yankees memories about the Jeffrey Maier game
5/21/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 43 seconds
Simms City: Building the Perfect Team
In an effort to build his perfect team, Chris chooses the best team at every position group in the NFL. What team has the best QB room? D-line? WR corps? And in another edition of QB Jeopardy, Paul again tries to stump Simms by testing how well he knows his dad's career.(3:40) Simms City: Building the perfect team(8:30) Quarterbacks(17:00) Defensive line(25:15) Defensive backs(34:20) Offensive line(42:00) Wide receivers(53:00) Tight ends(1:03:00) Special teams(1:05:00) Running backs(1:12:30) Linebackers(1:21:20) QB Jeopardy: Big Phil Simms’ career
5/19/2020 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 10 seconds
Top 5 Uniforms, Biggest Gamechangers, and Predicting Worst Teams of 2020
The Rams new uniforms gets Chris & Ahmed to rank the NFL's 5 best. Then Big Phil calls in to talk gamechangers and answer some #AskMeAnything questions.(3:00) Unofficial Uniform Police: Rams unveil a new look, and Chris has an unpopular opinion(8:00) Best and worst new uniforms of the offseason(10:30) Top 5 Uniforms: Chris & Ahmed give their picks(32:15) Gamechangers: Big Phil joins to talk about the NFL’s biggest gamechangers, both then and now(48:30) Cam Newton: What team could handle him as a backup?(56:30) #AskMeAnything: Who will the bottom 5 teams be this season?(1:03:30) Bengals: Do they sneakily have the best WR corps in the NFL?(1:13:15) QB scouting: Chris throws cold water on the “it factor”(1:23:15) Who is Chris’ favorite non-football athlete?
5/14/2020 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 55 seconds
Best Games of Week 1, 2016 Re-Draft & QB Jeopardy
Chris & Paul have a jam-packed pod full of 2020 Schedule takeaways, a 2016 Re-Draft & QB trivia.(4:15) 2020 Schedule release: Best games of Week 1, Teams with toughest & easiest September(31:15) Dak Prescott: Maybe on the verge of signing the richest contract in NFL history, where does Simms rank Dak among starting QBs?(46:00) 2016 Re-Draft: Chris & Paul re-do the Top 10 picks: Where does Dak & Carson Wentz go? And go Jared Goff & Ezekiel Elliott make the cut?(1:21:40) QB Jeopardy: Paul tries to stump Simms on trivia about his 2003 QB draft class.
5/12/2020 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 35 seconds
2017 Re-Draft & #AskMeAnything with Big Phil
Big Phil is back to help answer your questions in a father-son #AskMeAnything. And Chris & Paul redo the Top 10 picks of the 2017 Draft.(9:55) Big Phil storytime: Missing golf with Lawrence Taylor & Michael Jordan and taking hits from Reggie White, Mark Gastineau, Kevin Greene & Richard Dent(24:30) What is Chris & Phil's most frivolous purchase?(28:10) Colts: Why did they commit to Philip Rivers when they could have had Jameis Winston or Andy Dalton?(34:50) Dolphins: Is there a big transition if they go to left-handed Tua Tagovailoa midseason?(41:20) Phil wonders if the Cowboys & Dak Prescott negotiations could be getting personal(58:40) 2017 Re-Draft: Chris & Paul redo the Top 10 picks of the 2017 Draft. Where does Christian McCaffrey rank and does Alvin Kamara make the cut?
5/7/2020 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 36 seconds
#150 - Top 10 Backup QBs & Ahmed reviews The Godfather
Who are the best backup QBs, today and all-time? Chris & Ahmed give their lists. And Ahmed FINALLY watched The Godfather, so he gives us his review (spoiler alert!).(3:20) Remembering Don Shula(9:00) Top 10 Backup QBs: Chris ranks the best ones in the NFL today(56:50) Top 5 Backup QBs All-Time: Ahmed reveals his list(1:13:10) #AskMeAnything: Can Lamar Jackson surpass Patrick Mahomes?(1:17:00) Ahmed Watched a Movie: The Godfather
5/5/2020 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 57 seconds
#149 - Post-Draft #AskMeAnything & The Return of Big Phil
After a way-too-long absence, the Big Effer Phil Simms makes his triumphant return to the podcast. He, Chris and Ahmed talk Andy Dalton's release and dive into the mailbag to answer your post-Draft questions.(3:00) Phil is a fan of old jerseys and robes(6:40) Andy Dalton - What is his Bengals legacy? Where does he end up? Why aren't the Patriots a fit?(15:50) Phil weighs in on the Packers drafting Jordan Love (23:30) Eagles: What is their logic behind drafting Jalen Hurts?(30:10) Giants: How far are they from contending?(34:20) Big Phil has a messy sideline story(41:50) Could an all-rookie team coached by Bill Belichick win the Super Bowl?(51:00) What future draft prospects stuck out to Chris while he was scouting the 2020 class?(53:50) Bears: Was it dumb for them to draft Cole Kmet?(56:20) Denzel Mims: Is there any similarity between his draft fall and DK Metcalf's?(58:30) Brandon Aiyuk: Why was Kyle Shanahan ready to take him at #13?(1:04:30) Josh Jacobs: Where would he rank in the 2020 Draft class?(1:06:50) Bills: Will Zack Moss be a bell-cow RB?(1:09:20) Are Jameis Winston's numbers not much different from young Peyton Manning's?(1:13:15) Which rookie QBs might make Chris' Top 40 QBs list?(1:15:45) Would Chris ever become a GM?
4/30/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 35 seconds
#148 - 2020 Draft recap: Favorite Picks & Top 5 Teams
With the 2020 Draft in the books, Chris goes position-by-position to give his best picks through all 7 rounds. Then he and Paul give the Top 5 Draft Classes they liked.(1:55) Virtual draft could change the way NFL teams work moving forward(5:35) Chris’ favorite WR pick: Chase Claypool Round 2 to Steelers(9:00) Why didn’t the Packers draft a WR?(13:20) Broncos, Raiders and the AFC West arms race(16:45) Favorite OL: Jedrick Wills 10th overall to Browns(19:35) Favorite QB: James Morgan Round 4 to Jets(21:30) How will the Eagles use Jalen Hurts?(24:00) Chris rants about Jake Fromm (27:00) Favorite RB: Jonathan Taylor Round 2 to Colts(29:40) Favorite TE: Devin Asiasi Round 3 to Patriots(31:40) Favorite EDGE: Terrell Lewis Round 3 to Rams(34:20) Favorite CB: Kristian Fulton Round 2 to Titans(36:35) Favorite S: Antoine Winfield Jr. Round 2 to Buccaneers(39:00) Favorite DT: Neville Gallimore Round 3 to Cowboys(42:00) Favorite LB: Kenneth Murray 23rd overall to Chargers(45:00) Top 5 Draft Classes: Chris & Paul pick the teams who did the best job this weekend
4/27/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 2 seconds
#147 - Round 1 Draft Reactions: Dolphins risk it with Tua & Chris is mad for Aaron Rodgers
Chris & Paul react to Round 1 of the 2020 Draft, including Tua being drafted ahead of Herbert and the Packers drafting Aaron Rodgers' successor instead of drafting him help. The guys also wind through a memorable WR class and give their Top 5 Favorite Picks.(4:00) Tua Tagovailoa 5th to Dolphins: “Risky”(8:45) Justin Herbert 6th to Chargers: How soon will he start?(11:50) Jordan Love 26th to Packers: “I hate it”(23:40) Joe Burrow 1st to Bengals: “Baller. Peyton Manning.”(28:00) Henry Ruggs III 12th to Raiders: “Straight speed”(30:25) Jerry Jeudy 15th to Broncos: “Refined, ready-to-go”(32:00) CeeDee Lamb 17th to Cowboys: “Slam dunk WR of the draft”(33:25) Jalen Reagor 21st to Eagles: “They overdrafted him”(34:50) Justin Jefferson 22nd to Vikings: “Could be a better than Stefon Diggs”(37:10) Brandon Aiyuk 25th to 49ers: “Shanahan thinks he can be Isaac Bruce”(41:25) Offensive tackles: “All 3 of these guys have Hall of Fame potential”(46:55) Chris grades the Dolphins 3 first rounders(50:40) Best Round 1 of team with multiple picks(55:05) Damon Arnette 19th to Raiders: “This was a severe overreach”(58:10) Top 5 Favorite Picks: Paul & Chris give their best of Round 1(1:13:30) Best Players Available in Round 2: Antoine Winfield Jr, Xavier McKinney, Kristian Fulton and more
4/24/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 25 seconds
#146 - Simms 2020 Mock Draft
Oh baby, it's Mock Draft time! On the eve of the 2020 Draft, Simms predicts how Round 1 will unfold. How far does Tua Tagovailoa slide? Does someone trade up for a big-name wideout like Jerry Jeudy? And Chris has a big surprise in the Top 10.(6:50) #1 - Bengals: QB Joe Burrow(8:30) #2 - Redskins: EDGE Chase Young(9:30) #3 - Lions: CB Jeffrey Okudah(13:10) #4 - Giants: OT Jedrick Wills Jr.(16:10) #5 - Dolphins: QB Justin Herbert(21:05) #6 - Chargers: OT Andrew Thomas(23:15) #7 - Panthers: DT Derrick Brown(24:20) #8 - Cardinals: WR CeeDee Lamb(27:05) #9 - Jaguars: DT Javon Kinlaw(29:25) #10 - TRADE! Raiders (from CLE): WR Jerry Jeudy(32:40) #11 - Jets: OT Mekhi Becton(35:00) #12 - Browns (from LV): LB Isaiah Simmons(38:05) #13 - TRADE! Jaguars (from SF): QB Tua Tagovailoa(43:00) #14 - Buccaneers: OT Tristan Wirfs(45:15) #15 - Broncos: LB Patrick Queen(48:30) #16 - Falcons: CB CJ Henderson(50:55) #17 - Cowboys: EDGE K'Lavon Chaisson(54:00) #18 - Dolphins: S Antoine Winfield Jr.(55:45) #19 - Raiders: CB AJ Terrell(57:35) #20 - 49ers (from JAX): WR Henry Ruggs III(59:45) #21 - Eagles: WR Justin Jefferson(1:01:10) #22 - Vikings: CB Kristian Fulton(1:02:20) #23 - Patriots: TE Cole Kmet(1:05:15) #24 - Saints: LB Kenneth Murray(1:07:20) #25 - Vikings: EDGE Yetur Gross-Matos(1:10:35) #26 - Dolphins: OT Josh Jones(1:12:05) #27 - Seahawks: DT Neville Gallimore(1:14:10) #28 -Ravens: LB Zack Baun(1:15:45) #29 - Titans: S Xavier McKinney(1:19:00) #30 - Packers: DT Raekwon Davis(1:22:15) #31 - 49ers: CB Trevon Diggs(1:23:50) #32 - Chiefs: RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire
4/22/2020 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 31 seconds
#145 - 2020 Draft OL Rankings & Robin Hood
It’s 4/20, which is significant to Chris for some reason. It’s significant to Ahmed because it marks the end of Chris’ draft ranks. We talk O-linemen and then run through some sleeper prospects in Robin Hood: Draft Edition.(2:20) Guess what day it is??? 😊(6:10) The Unofficial Uniform Police react to the Patriots going full Color Rush(9:00) Homies react to LB Ranks: Sellout Simms goes consensus again!(13:30) Homies react to DT Ranks: Should the Colts have drafted a DT instead of trading for DeForest Buckner?(17:20) OL #5 Cesar Ruiz: “I think he’s drafted in the 25-to-45 range”(24:15) OL #4 Tristan Wirfs: “There’s a lack of foot quickness for him to be an NFL tackle at first”(30:40) OL #3 Andrew Thomas: “He has all the traits to be a franchise LT for a long long time”(36:30) OL #2 Mekhi Becton: “I’m not gonna be mad if he goes #4 to the Giants. He’s deserving of that.”(45:15) OL #1 Jedrick Wills: “He could be the best right tackle in all of football”(49:40) Honorable mentions: Chris is high on Josh Jones & Robert Hunt, down on Austin Jackson(56:45) Robin Hood: Draft Edition – Chris sheds a light on some sleepers outside his Top 5 lists(1:19:30) Why is 4/20 significant?
4/20/2020 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 9 seconds
#144 - 2020 Draft DT & LB Draft Rankings: "This was as close as it gets"
Simms is cranking through the film and he reveals his Top 5 DT & LB prospects to Ahmed, including the closest 1-2 ranking he's had to do this year.(1:55) The "Unofficial Jersey Police" weigh in on the Browns new uniforms(4:30) Homies react to CB Ranks: Is Chris underrating Jeffrey Okudah's athleticism?(11:35) Homies react to S Ranks: Why wasn't Grant Delpit or Jeremy Chinn in Chris' Top 5?(16:35) DT #5 Jordan Elliott: "Reminds me of Sheldon Richardson"(22:50) DT #4 Raekwon Davis: "This is a Richard Seymour, Muhammad Wilkerson type of guy"(28:00) DT #3 Neville Gallimore: "His pass rush ability is every bit as good as Aaron Donald"(32:20) DT #2 Javon Kinlaw: "Can’t miss, no brainer in the Top 10"(38:15) DT #1 Derrick Brown: "He’s the 25-years-later, bigger version of Warren Sapp” (45:10) Honorable mention: Ross Blacklock "A little bit of Elliott & Gallimore"(49:10) LB #5 Josh Uche: "Out of this world strength for his size"(53:45) LB #4 Zack Baun: "He's Kyle Van Noy…he’s got Patriots written all over him"(59:45) LB #3 Kenneth Murray: "A slam dunk Top 25 pick"(1:04:45) LB #2 Patrick Queen: "He’s as athletically gifted as Devin White”(1:10:45) LB #1 Isaiah Simmons: "He's like a praying mantis with lots of muscles"(1:14:30) Where will Isaiah Simmons be drafted?(1:18:50) Honorable mentions: Jordyn Brooks, Malik Harrison, Akeem Davis-Gaither
4/16/2020 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 10 seconds
#143 - 2020 Draft CB & S Rankings: "No way I'd pick him Top 5"
It takes a megapod to reveal Chris' Top 5 CBs & Safeties in the 2020 Draft.(4:00) Homies react to RB Ranks: Defending Clyde Edwards-Helaire(13:10) CB #5 Trevon Diggs: "Maybe the best 50/50 ball skills of any corner in the Draft"(19:40) CB #4 Kristian Fulton: "I wish there was a half or more of a rocket up his ass"(25:30) CB #3 Jeffrey Okudah: "He's a Top 15 pick. There's no way I'd pick him Top 5."(37:20) CB #2 A.J. Terrell: "Clemson treated him like he’s Jalen Ramsey or Darrelle Revis”(46:00) CB #1 CJ Henderson: "The physical mobility jumps off the screen"(52:20) Should the Lions draft a CB at #3 or trade down?(59:00) Safety rankings: Why Chris is ranking Isaiah Simmons as a linebacker(1:03:15) S #5 Ashtyn Davis: "He has a Swiss Army Knife toolset"(1:09:15) S #4 Kyle Dugger: "I think he’s a first round specimen"(1:14:00) S #3 Julian Blackmon: "I feel like this guy goes somewhere in the Top 45 picks"(1:20:00) S #2 Xavier McKinney: "The 0-to-60 was special"(1:27:15) S #1 Antoine Winfield Jr.: "Damn, I’m watching Earl Thomas at Texas right now"(1:38:30) Who has been Chris' favorite prospect in the draft to watch so far?
4/14/2020 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 27 seconds
#142 - NFL Draft 2020 RB Rankings: A clear No. 1
Simms gives his Top 5 RBs in the 2020 Draft, and Ahmed gives his Top 5 RBs in the NFL right now.(3:15) Bucs new uniforms: Chris & Ahmed officially move them out of the bottom 5(5:45) Homies react to Edge Draft Ranks: Where are the angry tweets?(11:20) State of the Running Back: Should teams give a 2nd contract to any RB?(18:45) Honorable mention: Cam Akers "Reminds me of Lamar Miller or Damien Williams"(23:00) RB #5 D'Andre Swift: "I like the player, but everyone has overhyped him”(29:25) RB #4 Zack Moss: "Reminded me of Le’Veon Bell or Frank Gore”(34:00) RB #3 J.K. Dobbins: "Elite game-breaking type speed"(38:00) RB #2 Jonathan Taylor: "The best power runner in this class, and maybe the best home-run hitter too”(44:10) RB #1 Clyde Edwards-Helaire: "Honestly, I don't think it's close"(53:30) Who has the safest floor? Highest ceiling?(55:40) What teams could draft an RB in Round 1?(58:30) Who would Chris rank higher: Edwards-Helaire this year or Josh Jacobs last year?(59:40) Honorable mentions: AJ Dillon, Ke'Shawn Vaughn, Lamical Perine, Darrynton Evans and "diamond in the rough" Anthony McFarland(1:01:30) Ahmed releases his Top 5 RBs in the NFL today
Chris reveals his Top 5 EDGE players in the Draft, but first he and Paul discuss an update to his QB rankings.(1:45) Chris likes the Buccaneers "new" uniforms(3:45) With some help from Philip Simms, Chris shows off his stolen Broncos photos(7:20) QB Ranks Update: Chris flips Tua Tagovailoa & Jordan Love(15:00) The 2020 Edge rusher class is deeper than Chris expected(18:00) EDGE #5 - Yetur Gross-Matos "The film underwhelmed me"(24:00) EDGE #4 - Terrell Lewis "He reminds me of JPP & DeMarcus Ware."(31:00) EDGE #3 - A.J. Epenesa "One of the slam-dunk safest picks of the draft"(40:00) EDGE #2 - K’Lavon Chaisson "He's the most naturally gifted pass rusher in this draft"(46:30) EDGE #1 - Chase Young "This is super freak territory"(50:15) If Chris were the Redskins GM, would he pass on Chase Young to trade down?(57:00) Honorable mentions: Jabari Zuniga "He reminds me of Michael Strahan"(59:45) Julian Okwara "One of the more natural pass rushers in the draft"(1:02:00) Josh Uche "He's kind of like the Tasmanian Devil"(1:04:45) Darrell Taylor "He's a Baltimore Ravens-type outside linebacker"
4/7/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 24 seconds
#140 - #AskMeAnything: Jerry Jeudy backlash, ranking Dak & Simms' biggest regret
Chris responds to the Jerry Jeudy uproar before he and Ahmed dish out more hygiene tips.(4:25) WR Draft Ranks: How did Chris leave Jerry Jeudy out of his Top 5 when some fans see him as the next Stefon Diggs or Jerry Rice?(16:00) 49ers: Could they take Jeudy in the first round?(17:10) Raiders: Chris sees a couple WRs who Jon Gruden might like in Round 1(20:05) Route-running is overrated: Who are some WRs who improved once they hit the NFL?(24:30) Bill Belichick’s successor: Will it be Steve Belichick or Josh McDaniels?(26:55) Hygiene: Chris suggests a new tooth-brushing strategy and Ahmed again regrets revealing too much(32:45) Jaguars: Could they actually draft a QB in the First Round?(35:15) Dak Prescott: Where does he fall in Chris’ QB rankings? (38:50) Andy Dalton: What team should trade for him?(42:30) Bo Jackson: Who are the fastest players in NFL history?(45:15) Peyton Manning: If he was drafted by the Patriots, does he win as many rings as Tom Brady?(49:40) Choose…2 WRs to throw to? 1 movie to watch over and over? 1 athlete to be for a day?(1:00:30) NFL bar fight tournament: Would Aaron Donald and Chandler Jones be the top seeds?(1:03:20) Simms vs Brady: Chris is confident he could take Tom(1:05:25) Dream Offense: Simms picks the best teammates he ever played with(1:07:30) Chris regrets: What’s the one throw he wishes he could have back?(1:10:30) Did Chris hear a fan at Whole Foods?
4/2/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 26 seconds
#139 - NFL Draft 2020 WR Rankings: Big name misses the cut
Simms reveals his WR ranks for this year's draft class, and Paulie B is surprised by who didn't make the Top 5.(3:10) How does the 2020 WR class compare to 2014?(6:20) Paul gives love to Chris' 2019 WR rankings(8:30) Why route trees are overrated for prospects today(11:20) WR #5 - Tee Higgins "He's the premier jump-ball guy in the draft"(16:25) WR #4 - KJ Hamler "Hollywood Brown makes me feel more comfortable about him"(23:45) WR #3 - Henry Ruggs III "He's a game-changer...a lot like Tyreek Hill"(31:45) WR #2 - Justin Jefferson “One of the can’t-miss prospects in the whole draft”(40:45) WR #1 - CeeDee Lamb “DeAndre Hopkins’ size, but Jarvis Landry with the ball in his hands”(45:55) Jerry Jeudy misses the Top 5 “I don’t think he’s as loved by the NFL as everyone thinks he is”(50:25) Lamb: Should he get docked for beating lesser Big 12 defenses?(55:20) Why did Chris put Higgins over Jeudy at #5?(57:10) More honorable mentions: Brandon Aiyuk, Denzel Mims & Chase Claypool(1:03:15) Laviska Shenault Jr. “I wouldn’t take him until the 3rd or 4th Round”
3/31/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 37 seconds
#138 - #AskMeAnything: Love>Tua, Jon Gruden nightmares & Toilet paper alternatives
We open the mailbag to answer your questions, especially the ones that make Ahmed uncomfortable.(3:30) QB Draft Ranks: Chris defends why he has Tua Tagovailoa #4 and why Jalen Hurts didn’t make the cut(11:05) Cam Newton & Jameis Winston: Chris calls B.S. on the Panthers, the Dolphins are a Cam sleeper, and have coaches given up on fixing Jameis?(18:45) Draft: Do the 49ers go WR? Re-ranking the 2018 QB class. What draft bust was dealt a bad hand?(27:55) Raiders: Who will the QB be at the end of this season? Is Marcus Mariota better than Derek Carr? And how Jon Gruden used to literally give Chris nightmares.(31:15) Ahmed scouts where Chris would have ranked among the 2020 QB prospects, and he does not pull any punches(33:20) Texans: After losing DeAndre Hopkins, is Houston still the AFC South favorite?(36:50) Giants: How much of a leap can Daniel Jones make this year?(39:10) Steelers: Do we buy that Ben Roethlisberger’s arm is in better shape now?(41:35) Lions: Chris weighs in on Matt Patricia vs Darius Slay. Would Ahmed get a neck tattoo to guarantee a Lions Super Bowl?(50:35) Simms Memories: What were the toughest and easiest defensive schemes he faced? When did Chris decide to retire?(56:00) Legs & Ass: Chris picks his best in the 2020 Draft, and Ahmed picks his best in the NFL.(1:01:15) What team would Chris play QB for right now?(1:03:20) Eagles: Why haven’t they signed any help for Carson Wentz?(1:06:30) If every NFL QB got into a bar fight, who comes out on top?(1:09:00) If Chris or Ahmed ran out of toilet paper, what would they use next?
3/26/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 32 seconds
#137 - NFL Draft 2020 QB Rankings; Cam Newton released by Panthers
Simms reveals his QB ranks for this year's Draft prospects and makes Ahmed's jaw drop.(1:00) Ahmed admits to some strange showering habits(3:00) Chris explains why he was right about Patrick Mahomes and wrong about Daniel Jones(8:45) QB #5 - Jacob Eason “His type of quarterback is a dying breed”(14:50) QB #4 - Tua Tagovailoa “He plays small. He plays very small.”(22:30) QB #3 - Jordan Love “You could argue he has the highest ceiling of all the QBs in this draft.”(32:25) QB #2 Justin Herbert “He’s got the best arm of all of these guys.”(42:30) QB #1 Joe Burrow “The cleanest film I’ve ever seen from a college quarterback.”(49:30) How do the Tiers of the Top 5 break down? Is Burrow a cut above?(51:45) Where would Kyler Murray & Drew Lock rank among this year's prospects?(53:45) Sleepers who didn't make the Top 5(56:25) Panthers cut Cam Newton - What is his ideal landing spot?
3/24/2020 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 19 seconds
#136 – Free Agency Winners, AFC East favorite & Brady Feud
Chris is in studio while Ahmed checks in from his Detroit Lions-clad man cave to break down free agency news.(4:35) Tom Brady to the Bucs: Ahmed wins a bet, and does Brady fit in Bruce Arians’ offense?(14:45) Who are now the favorites in the AFC East & NFC South? Who finishes with a better record: Bucs or Pats?(20:35) Top 5 Free Agency Winners (so far)(57:20) Robin Hood - Free Agency: Chris sheds light on some underrated signings(1:05:10) Brady Feud: Ahmed guesses the Top 5 best things about being the Bucs starting QB
3/19/2020 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 22 seconds
#135 - Brady to the Bucs, DeAndre Hopkins vs Bill O'Brien, is Cam getting cut?
Florio & Simms break down all angles of Tom Brady to the Bucs, along with other breaking free agency news.(3:20) Tom Brady is going to the Buccaneers; Was Jameis Winston one drive away from keeping his job? Florio is really excited by Tampa's schedule(14:20) Does Brady want to reunite with Antonio Brown?(16:45) Did DeAndre Hopkins and Bill O’Brien have a falling out?(25:15) Cam Newton trade rumors; Will the Panthers end up cutting him?(31:35) The Cowboys want Emmanuel Sanders(34:20) The Bengals are spending in free agency, as promised(37:30) How Coronavirus is delaying physicals and impacting free agency
3/18/2020 • 47 minutes, 36 seconds
#134 - Tom Brady says goodbye to Pats, Cam trade & Colts sign Rivers
Florio & Simms break down a big day of quarterback news, starting with Brady's stunning exit from New England.(1:40) Tom Brady has left the Patriots; is he headed to the Buccaneers?(9:40) Is Jameis Winston stuck being a backup?(13:45) Panthers sign Teddy Bridgewater; will they find a trade partner for Cam Newton?(21:20) Colts sign Philip Rivers; will they try to trade Jacoby Brissett?(28:00) Are the Bears left deciding between Andy Dalton & Nick Foles?
3/17/2020 • 37 minutes, 5 seconds
#133 - Free Agency Day 1: DeAndre Hopkins & DeForest Buckner traded, Bears hunt for QB
On a wild first day of free agency tampering, Simms and Florio react to all the news.(0:55) 49ers trade DeForest Buckner to the Colts(6:45) What would Philip Rivers cost the Colts?(10:05) Trade rumors for the Vikings and Stefon Diggs(19:15) Which QB is best for the Bears: Teddy Bridgewater, Nick Foles or Andy Dalton?(24:50) Jack Conklin agrees to big deal with the Browns(29:45) After being traded to the Cardinals, DeAndre Hopkins is looking for a new contract
3/16/2020 • 34 minutes
#132 - Final Predictions for Tom Brady & Philip Rivers; Tua to the Redskins in Rotoworld Mock Draft
It's a family affair as Chris & Big Phil get a final word on free agent QBs, and then Josh Norris walks us through his first mock draft of the offseason.(2:05) Should the NFL postpone free agency due to coronavirus? One coach thinks it should.(13:35) Free Agent QB Predictions: Chris & Phil give their final answers on where every passer will land(15:15) Will Teddy Bridgewater definitely be a starting QB?(22:10) Is Ryan Tannehill staying with the Titans?(23:45) Could Jameis Winston be a fit for the Steelers?(28:50) Big Phil believes the Chargers are committed to Tyrod Taylor(32:20) Marcus Mariota could find a home out west, but not the Raiders(36:15) Is Philip Rivers destined for the Colts?(41:50) Will Tom Brady come down to the 49ers and Patriots, or are the Bucs a dark horse?(52:01) Rotoworld's Josh Norris explains why he has Tua Tagovailoa to the Redskins in his first Mock Draft(58:55) With Tristan Wirfs & Mekhi Becton, could this be a historic class for elite OTs?(1:02:55) Is Jeffrey Okudah the hands-down best CB prospect?(1:05:15) Who is the best WR in a stacked group? Jerry Jeudy? Henry Ruggs? CeeDee Lamb?(1:14:15) What red flags do Chris & Josh see in Justin Herbert & Jordan Love?
3/12/2020 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 23 seconds
#131 - Free Agency 2020 Preview: What's next for Tom Brady, Jadeveon Clowney & Derrick Henry?
Simms & Florio go position-by-position to get you ready for the start of free agency next week.(3:40) QBs: Tom Brady - Does it come down to the Patriots and 49ers?(7:30) Is Ryan Tannehill a Patriots target?(8:50) Will any other QB sign before Brady?(11:25) What is the trade market and timeline for Cam Newton, Andy Dalton & Nick Foles?(13:05) Dak Prescott, Drew Brees & Taysom Hill - Any chance they leave?(16:40) Speed Round: QB Carousel - For fun, Mike & Chris spit out some QB landing spots.(23:15) PASS RUSHERS: Will Chris Jones and Yannick Ngakoue be traded?(27:15) Tag: Yes or No? Shaquil Barrett, Arik Armstead, Bud Dupree, Dante Fowler Jr, Matt Judon(37:05) How big will Jadeveon Clowney's contract be?(40:05) CBs: Is Chris Harris Jr the best on the market?(41:45) Will Byron Jones become the highest-paid CB in NFL history? Should he?(45:40) SAFETIES: Should Anthony Harris be the top target over Justin Simmons and Jimmie Ward? (48:45) WRs: Could Amari Cooper pass Julio Jones as the highest-paid WR in the league?(51:10) A.J. Green - Should the Bengals keep him or trade him?(53:15) Best of the rest: Should teams target Emmanuel Sanders, Robby Anderson & DeMarcus Robinson?(56:25) RBs: Will Derrick Henry get a Top 5 RB contract?(1:00:50) Best of the rest: Why Kenyan Drake fits perfectly with the Cardinals but might leave anyway
3/10/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 53 seconds
#130 - Brady or Jimmy G?, Trade Winners and Ugliest Uniforms
Big Phil weighs in on AJ Green & Tom Brady, Chris breaks down this week's trades, and Ahmed is very confident in his sprinting. Plus the guys move from helmets to ugliest uniforms.(2:10) Big Phil calls B.S. on Ahmed's 40-yard dash boast(4:55) Kentucky native Phil has a surprising take on the Bengals helmets(6:10) Should the Bengals keep AJ Green for Joe Burrow?(10:50) Brady Watch: Could the Patriots be targeting Ryan Tannehill?(20:10) Who is better right now: Tom Brady or Jimmy Garoppolo?(36:20) Panthers-Chargers trade: what the film told Simms about Trai Turner & Russell Okung(44:30) Assessing the AJ Bouye trade and the CB market(52:00) Should the Texans target Sammy Watkins?(58:00) Top 5 Ugliest Uniforms: will Chris double-down on his Bengals take?
Simms & Ahmed dissect some buzz coming out of Indy, praise the top Combine performers, and do a quick run-through of franchise tag candidates.(3:35) Combine Rumors: What teams can we rule out for Tom Brady? What do the Pats do if he leaves (Andy Dalton or Ryan Tannehill)? And Chris & Ahmed make a Brady bet.(16:30) Does Joe Burrow want to go to the Bengals? Did he ask them to keep AJ Green?(20:00) Are the Redskins seriously interested in Tua Tagovailoa? "Tua scares the crap out of me."(24:35) Andy Dalton to the Colts? "Jacoby Brissett is not going to be the starting QB this year."(25:20) Jaguars want to trade Nick Foles? Where does he fit on the Simms Trust Tree?(29:20) Damn! Okay: Combine Edition - Praising a ridiculous wide receiver class(32:00) LSU WR Justin Jefferson "He'll definitely be a 1st round wide receiver"(32:45) Oklahoma WR CeeDee Lamb "Size and really crafty"(34:30) Alabama WR Henry Ruggs "I think he's more fluid than Tyreek Hill"(36:40) Baylor WR Denzel Mims "DeVante Parker but more explosive"(38:40) Michigan WR Donovan Peoples-Jones "Is he just a workout star?"(40:00) Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy "The best receiver in the draft"(40:30) Notre Dame WR Chase Claypool "Freak of nature"(43:35) LSU QB Joe Burrow "Handles himself like a pro"(44:30) Oregon QB Justin Herbert "Potential to be a superstar"(49:25) Louisville OL Mekhi Becton "It's the footwork that had me excited"(51:40) Iowa OL Tristan Wirfs "His legs are special"(53:35) Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons "The NFL is looking for these types of guys"(55:00) Mississippi St LB Willie Gay Jr "I bet he's going to thrive in the NFL environment"(56:20) Utah DB Javelin Guidry "That's a position where speed usually translates"(57:50) Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor "His 40 time helped him out more than anyone else"(59:50) Arizona St P Michael Turk "Punters are physically-gifted dudes"(1:01:40) Franchise Tag Speed Round: Derrick Henry or Ryan Tannehill? Tag Amari Cooper? Trade Yannick Ngakoue?(1:11:20) Ahmed lobbies for The Lateral Revolution. Chris is not on board.
3/3/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 19 seconds
#128 - Combine interviews with Justin Herbert, Matt Rhule, and Zac Taylor
Simms is at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indy with Florio, talking to coaches, GMs, and prospects(0:17) Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor on the pressures of having the #1 pick, Andy Dalton's future, and why he disagrees with Simms about the Bengals helmet needing a re-brand.(9:50) Oregon QB Justin Herbert drops by the set on why he'll throw at the Combine, getting used to throwing an NFL football, why he wants to coach after his playing career, and his surprising answer to who his hero was growing up(17:00) Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule chats about why he's watching 2015 film of Cam Newton, Cam's uncertain future with the team, and why Combine week is unique having just come from the college game
2/25/2020 • 30 minutes, 8 seconds
#127 - Playoff Expansion, Best Helmets & This Year's Ryan Tannehill
Chris & Ahmed react to the news that the NFL wants to add 2 more playoff teams, they look at some potential big impact free agents & finish up our helmet debates by naming the NFL's best.(2:35) Playoff Expansion - Do we want 7 seeds in the postseason?(18:50) Drew Brees is returning to the Saints(24:15) Which 2020 free agent is This Year's...Shaq Barrett? (backup who breaks out as a starter on his next team)(28:25) ...Ryan Tannehill? (backup QB who becomes the starter midseason)(30:25) ...Tyrann Mathieu? (veteran leader who boosts a locker room)(33:20) ...Za'Darius Smith? (under-the-radar player who becomes a star on his next team)(37:25) ...Dee Ford/Frank Clark? (tagged and traded)(41:05) Odell Beckham, Jr.? (surprise trade)(49:55) Top 5 Best Helmets - Chris & Ahmed reveal their lists as we wrap up our helmet debates
2/20/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 45 seconds
#126 - Worst Helmets in the NFL, QB Carousel Trust Tree & Top Non-QB Storylines
Chris is back from vacation, and he and Ahmed dive into the offseason with some QB carousel talk and the worst helmets in the NFL.(4:20) QB Carousel Trust Tree: Chris ranks Dak Prescott & the other (possibly) available QBs he trusts most(6:00) Does Simms trust Tom Brady more than Drew Brees?(9:25) Would you rather have Teddy Bridgewater or Taysom Hill this season?(16:30) Ryan Tannehill places high in the tree. Marcus Mariota...not so much.(20:20) Should Jameis Winston be guaranteed a starting job somewhere in 2020?(24:40) Would Chris rather trade for Matthew Stafford or Cam Newton?(31:00) Biggest Non-QB Offseason Storylines(33:05) Chris Jones may be the best player available in free agency(35:30) Are Amari Cooper & AJ Green going to get tagged?(38:40) Is a surprise trade coming for Jalen Ramsey?(42:40) The 49ers have some tough decisions to make(47:30) Will the Raiders, Rams & Chargers making a splash move for their new stadium?(54:20) Ahmed reveals the Top 5 Worst NFL Helmets(57:40) Were the Bengals named after a stove?(1:03:00) Chris gives his Top 5 worst helmets(1:09:00) Chris doesn't care about the XFL
2/17/2020 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 46 seconds
#125 - Russell Wilson on getting more offensive weapons and the secrets of a 2-minute drill; plus crazy Gruden stories with Maxx Crosby, and having a catch with Jake Fromm
(1:45) Simms and Florio speak with Seahawks QB Russell Wilson about adding more superstars around him, should Seattle have gone for it on 4th down vs Green Bay, 2-minute Russ vs huddle-up Russ, and whether or not Jimmy Fallon really kick-started his last contract negotiations.(16:25) Simms and Raiders DE Maxx Crosby share some crazy stories about Jon Gruden, discuss what it's like playing against Patrick Mahomes, and the pending move to Vegas(26:05) Jake Fromm stops by to have a catch with Simms. They discuss how his baseball background impacts his throwing, emulating Drew Brees, and being overlooked among this year's top QB prospects.
2/13/2020 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
#124 - Dak Prescott, Frank Gore, Tarik Cohen, and Aaron Jones
Simms is on a beach in the Caribbean, but he's got four killer interviews from Super Bowl week for you, including a star QB about to get paid, and a Hall of Fame RB who's mean-mugging Chris:(1:50) Cowboys QB Dak Prescott on what he learns from watching Drew Brees and Patrick Mahomes, why he won't call Aaron Rodgers about Mike McCarthy, and what he's most looking forward to when signing a new deal.(11:45) Bills RB Frank Gore doesn't hold back and gives Simms a piece of his mind about why he should be considered a no-doubt Hall-of-Famer.(25:55) Bears RB Tarik Cohen on why people should believe in Mitchell Trubisky, and his prowess in the gym.(35:30) Packers RB Aaron Jones joins Simms & Florio to make sense of the Packers no-show in the NFC title game, Aaron Rodgers' love of scotch, and why he deserves more credit as a star RB.
2/10/2020 • 47 minutes, 47 seconds
#123 - #AskMeAnything: Bucs for Brady, worst NFL helmet & fans on horses
Chris & Ahmed dive into twitter questions from the homies for another #AskMeAnything. Also Big Phil comes on to give his Super Bowl thoughts, the guys react to some wild photos from the Chiefs victory parade, and Ahmed properly buries the 49ers.(3:05) Big Phil talks about crushing his pull-up challenge from Ray Lewis(10:00) What film showed about Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl that TV didn't(16:15) Is Jimmy Garoppolo the future for the 49ers?(20:20) Does Phil have a problem with any Kyle Shanahan decisions?(32:00) When Chris first knew Mahomes would be a star(39:30) #AskMeAnything: How can the AFC West compete with the Chiefs?(41:20) Why don't more teams use the Shanahan running scheme?(44:30) Why do the numbers lie with Richard Sherman?(47:05) Are the Buccaneers a good fit for Tom Brady?(51:50) Will Tua Tagovailoa's left-handedness affect his draft stock?(53:05) Which draftees is Chris excited to see at the Scouting Combine?(55:45) Should the Packers trade up for Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy?(57:20) Will the Lions ever not make Ahmed miserable?(58:50) Can Chase Young make the Redskins a playoff contender?(1:00:55) Chris trashes the Bengals helmet, and Ahmed wants to rebrand them(1:03:30) How does Simms feel about the Jaguars playing more games in London?(1:04:35) A Jersey lesson in Taylor Ham(1:06:35) Fan on a horse? Fan in a tree? Chris & Ahmed Look at Pictures: Chiefs parade edition(1:12:15) Requiem For a Team: The homies (well, 2 homies) asked for it, so Ahmed eulogizes the 49ers
2/6/2020 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 8 seconds
#122 - Super Bowl LIV recap: Mahomes prevails, second-guessing Shanahan, and Chiefs dynasty underway?
Chris & Ahmed get into the logistics of sleeping with the Lombardi Trophy before they break down the Chiefs win over the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV.(2:40) On Patrick Mahomes: "The best player on the field prevailed"(5:50) Dissecting Kyle Shanahan's playcalls after another blown Super Bowl lead(14:50) Was Shanahan afraid to put the game in Jimmy Garoppolo's hands?(17:50) What The &*%! Happened on Mahomes' huge 3rd & 15 pass to Tyreek Hill(27:00) "Richard Sherman is not one of the 10 best corners in football"(30:40) Why wasn't George Kittle running routes with the 49ers' season on the line?(34:20) In praise of Steve Spagnuolo(38:30) Are Andy Reid and Mahomes starting a dynasty?(42:15) Damn! Okay: Chris names his runner-up for Super Bowl LIV MVP, and it's not Damien Williams(46:00) Simms explains why Frank Clark hates Jimmy G(52:25) Ahmed goes to hypothetical-land with Tom Brady and the 2020 49ers(54:20) Who Would Have Guessed? Simms reacts to some surprising stats from Super Bowl LIV(58:00) What's next for the 49ers, and Ahmed sets an over/under for Mahomes rings(1:01:20) A Freudian slip convinces Simms that Drew Brees is coming back, and Frank Gore is pissed at Chris
2/3/2020 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 6 seconds
#121 - Super Bowl Picks, Props, and live audience Q&A from Miami
Simms & Florio take the PFTPM/Chris Simms Unbuttoned Joint Collaboration on the road to the Playwright Irish Pub in Miami Beach to take audience questions, hit some Super Bowl Props, and make their final picks(5:00) The guys begin with a game of Would You Rather: Mahomes arm or Hill's speed? Mahomes arm or Jimmy G's looks? Block Nick Bosa or be blocked by George Kittle?(13:55) Q&A from the audience, including some angst about Tom Brady's future, what the Dolphins might do at QB, and what will happen with Drew Brees(23:25) Another game of What's More Likely: Lamar's chances at back-to-back MVPs, Browns in the playoffs, Rodgers' status in Simms' QB ranks, and Cam Newton's future.(31:45) More Q&A, including Simms' legendary story about sabotaging Jeff Hostetler's cleats, the club of coaches who were infatuated with drafting Patrick Mahomes, and Reid vs Shanahan on Sunday.(45:45) Super Bowl Prop Bets: largest lead by either team, over/under jersey number 26.5 for the first TD, and will the old mantra 'tails never fails' hold true again.(1:06:10) The guys make their Super Bowl picks. Simms explains his reasoning for siding with an old friend, while Florio shocks the world.
1/31/2020 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 9 seconds
#120 - #AskMeAnything Super Bowl Edition: Mahomes vs Saleh, Andy Reid's HOF case & 49ers-Chiefs Hunger Games
Simms & Florio start Super Bowl week in Miami by taking questions from Marsh Melo Mafia, El Taco and other loyal homies.(1:01) The time young Chris pissed off Danny DeVito on Regis Philbin's show(5:25) How much will Shanahan & Saleh change their strategy against Patrick Mahomes?(12:00) What can the 49ers D take from the Chiefs losses this season?(18:25) Does Andy Reid need a ring to make the Hall of Fame?(22:00) Who would win a Hunger Games between the 49ers & Chiefs?(25:25) Better potential sumo wrestler: Fletcher Cox or Aaron Donald?(28:05) Who has the special teams edge in the Super Bowl?(31:00) Florio claps back at the haters(36:25) Deebo Samuel reminds us of...
1/27/2020 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds
#119 - 49ers & Chiefs weaknesses, the unprecedented Patrick Mahomes, and Super Bowl stories with the Big Effer
Chris & Phil recap the Championship games and take a first look at Super Bowl LIV between the 49ers & Chiefs, & the Big Effer tells some Super Bowl week stories.(2:45) Phil talks about the Arrowhead Stadium atmosphere at the AFC Championship(6:20) How did the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry?(11:30) Have we ever seen anyone like Patrick Mahomes?(21:15) How much can you blame Aaron Rodgers for the NFC Championship loss?(29:00) What is the biggest weakness for the 49ers and Chiefs?(32:10) Phil tells Super Bowl stories: "We had fights"(39:40) Thoughts on Jason Garrett to the Giants & Jay Gruden to the Jaguars
1/22/2020 • 48 minutes, 31 seconds
#118 - Mahomes' epic run, 49ers roll the Packers & Super Bowl LIV first glance
Chris & Ahmed recap a Conference Championship weekend where Simms favorites Patrick Mahomes and Kyle Shanahan both came through, and they take an early look at Super Bowl LIV.(1:30) Chris has a big announcement about tickets to our first live podcast in Miami(3:50) Chiefs 35-Titans 24 The turning point for the KC defense against Derrick Henry(11:05) WTF Happened on Patrick Mahomes' epic TD run?(20:20) Damn! Okay for a Chiefs skill player who is finally earning his contract(23:55) 49ers 37-Packers 20 How San Francisco dominated Green Bay again(26:55) WTF Happened on Raheem Mostert's untouched TD on 3rd & 8?(36:00) What went wrong for the Packers?(39:10) Chris has praise for how far Kyle Shanahan has come(45:55) Requiem For a Team: What lies ahead for Ryan Tannehill & Derrick Henry?(55:10) What does Aaron Rodgers need before his window closes?(58:45) The 2 Robbies have a bone to pick with Simms(1:01:00) Super Bowl LIV First Glance 49er throwbacks, best bet for MVP and "he's the best D-lineman in this game"
1/20/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 54 seconds
#117 - Conference Championship Picks: Stopping Henry & Mahomes, Rodgers for the upset, & Simms defends butts
Florio relishes his Best Bets title before the guys go deep on the Championship Sunday matchups, with questions from the homies.(3:05) Storytime: When Evil Roger Goodell met Real Roger Goodell(5:45) #6 Titans at #2 Chiefs: Can the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry? Can the Titans stop Patrick Mahomes?(14:35) Ring Ding Dong has a Mahomes question(23:05) #2 Packers at #1 49ers: Why the Week 12 SF blowout was closer than it appeared(32:10) International Touch has an idea for how Aaron Rodgers can avoid the 49ers pass rush(39:20) Florio has a rant about a Packers play call(49:25) Player prop bets - Travis Kelce or Tyreek Hill? Davante Adams or George Kittle?(58:40) Lemons and Cocunuts has Chris getting defensive about butts(1:00:20) Best Bet - Mike takes a favorite and Chris goes with an over/under
1/16/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 2 seconds
#116 - Luke Kuechly retires, Joe Burrow vs Trevor Lawrence & previewing Conference Championships
Chris & Big Phil chat about the latest NFL news and take an early look at the Conference Championship matchups.(4:55) Luke Kuechly retires: Is he a Hall of Famer?(9:15) George Young makes the Hall of Fame: Phil tells some stories about his former GM(15:25) Early draft talk on Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence & Justin Herbert(24:20) Previewing Titans-Chiefs: Can the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry?(36:00) Previewing Packers-49ers: Will this a repeat of the Week 12 blowout?(44:30) Phil talks about the playoff rematch he was most scared for
1/15/2020 • 50 minutes, 16 seconds
#115 - Divisional recap: Chiefs crazy comeback, 49ers crazy crowd & Would You Rather tackle Derrick Henry
Chris & Ahmed recap the Divisional Round by second-guessing some coach decisions and Chris finishes with an epic rant against the Browns.(2:45) Chiefs 51-Texans 31 Why Chris never thought the Chiefs were out of it(5:45) Mulligan Monday: should Bill O'Brien have gone for it on 4th-and-1 early?(8:55) Chris calls O'Brien hot seat talk "insane"(14:05) Why couldn't the Texans cover Travis Kelce?(19:10) Bad tweets & how "Big Buck Chuck" launched the Chiefs comeback(22:50) Ahmed makes a case for taking Andy Reid over any other coach(26:05) Titans 28-Ravens 12 Tajae Sharpe trolls Mark Ingram(27:40) Would You Rather tackle Derrick Henry or...(33:50) Earl Thomas' ill-fated trash talk(34:45) Mulligan Monday: was John Harbaugh too aggressive on 4th down?(39:45) Did the Ravens make a mistake by resting in Week 17?(47:55) Packers 28-Seahawks 23 Ahmed questions Seattle's early-game strategy with Russell Wilson (53:20) Chris apologizes for calling the Packers the worst #2 seed he's ever seen(56:30) Damn! Okay Davante Adams(59:15) Mulligan Monday: Pete Carroll's punt on 4th-and-11(1:04:15) 49ers 27-Vikings 10 Simms raves about the playoff atmosphere at Levi's Stadium(1:06:30) "The 49ers running game is as exciting as some teams' passing games."(1:13:45) Browns hire Kevin Stefanski "Cleveland is back to the mistake on the lake"(1:21:30) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed eulogizes the Texans, Vikings, Ravens & Seahawks
1/13/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 56 seconds
#114 - Divisional Picks: Deshaun vs Mahomes, Russell Wilson vs ooooh Aaron Rodgers & Florio goes with his heart
With Florio on the verge of clinching the Best Bets title, he and Simms give their Divisional picks.(2:55) #6 Vikings at #1 49ers: Florio predicts overtime(11:00) #6 Titans at #1 Ravens - "I'm curious how much Bill Belichick helped Mike Vrabel this week"(17:20) #4 Texans at #2 Chiefs - Deshaun Watson vs Patrick Mahomes in a shootout?(22:45) #5 Seahawks at #2 Packers - "This is the most 50/50 matchup of the weekend"(30:00) Prop bets - Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry rush yards? More passing yards: Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers?(44:25) Best Bets - Mike goes with over/unders while Chris likes an upset.
1/9/2020 • 50 minutes, 48 seconds
#113 - Coaching Hires for Cowboys, Giants & Panthers
It's a shorter pod with Big Phil to talk about the 3 coaching hires of the week: Mike McCarthy to the Cowboys, Matt Rhule to the Panthers and Joe Judge to the Giants.(1:20) Chris touts Big Phil's legendary dad strength(5:20) Cowboys hire Mike McCarthy: "He is truly buttoned-up"(9:07) Why McCarthy might work better with Dak Prescott than he did with Aaron Rodgers(12:00) How did McCarthy's offense run stale in Green Bay?(17:06) Panthers hire Matt Rhule: How Rhule reminds Big Phil of Bill Parcells(21:45) Giants hire Joe Judge: "I didn't expect the Giants to go this route"(23:50) Praise for Wink Martindale & Eric Bieniemy(27:55) Do the bad Patriots receivers reflect poorly on Judge?(31:50) Chris gives some insider info he got during the Giants coaching search
1/8/2020 • 33 minutes, 59 seconds
#112 - Wild Card recap, Cowboys hire McCarthy & the end for Brady and Brees?
Chris & Ahmed react to the Cowboys coaching hire, recap the Wild Card games and give a first look towards the Divisional Round.(3:00) Cowboys hire Mike McCarthy "This made the most sense"(8:20) What does this mean for Dak Prescott?(9:35) Playoff parity is back!(11:40) Vikings 26-Saints 20 (OT) How did Minnesota's D slow down the Saints?(15:10) Is Michael Thomas to blame for Drew Brees' fumble?(18:30) Is Sean Payton ready to turn from Drew Brees to Taysom Hill?(21:55) Did we see the death of Primetime Kirk Cousins?(24:30) Was Kyle Rudolph's TD pass interference?(26:45) "Has Drew Brees played his last game in New Orleans?"(27:40) Titans 20-Patriots 13 "Has Tom Brady played his last game in New England?"(29:00) Ahmed has Chris rank possible Brady 2020 destinations(32:55) "The Titans exposed New England's flaw"(37:15) Breaking down the Titans game-changing goal-line stand(41:30) Mike Vrabel's time shenanigans: "he had a great feel for the game"(43:50) "Brady doesn't make any plays. That needs to be talked about."(47:50) Texans 22-Bills 19 (OT) "It starts with the Deshaun Watson greatness factor"(51:10) The downside of Deshaun's game-winning play(52:30) Defending Josh Allen(57:50) Explaining the illegal blindside block on Cody Ford(59:55) Which Bill is to blame for Duke Johnson's 3rd-&-18 conversion on the game-winning drive?(1:04:05) Seahawks 17-Eagles 9 Was Jadeveon Clowney's hit on Carson Wentz dirty?(1:08:50) Jim Schwartz's gameplan: "I don't get it"(1:15:05) Chris takes a DK Metcalf victory lap(1:17:50) Speed Round: Divisional Round Preview (1:22:15) Requiem For a Team: Ahmed says goodbye to the 4 Wild losers
1/6/2020 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 30 seconds
#111 - Wild Card Picks: Tannehill vs The Terminators, Kirk Cousins vs "salty" Saints & Birds vs Birds
Simms rejects Florio's regular season championship and the guys give their Wild Card picks.(2:40) Bills-Texans: Is Josh Allen playoff-ready?(9:15) Can the Texans move the ball without Will Fuller?(12:40) Can Tre'Davious White handle DeAndre Hopkins?(16:30) Titans-Patriots: "If I'm going to be wrong, I'm going to be wrong because I believe in the Terminator."(20:15) Does Tom Brady have anyone to attack the Titans secondary?(22:30) "Ryan Tannehill to AJ Brown is the hottest combo in the sport"(27:55) How did Chris feel in his first career playoff game?(31:35) Vikings-Saints: "This could be the kind of loss that makes the Vikings reevaluate their organization."(36:15) Can Kirk Cousins beat the Saints without a running game?(42:00) Seahawks-Eagles: "The Eagles have won 4 straight, but who have they beaten?"(46:00) How the Eagles defense can stop Russell Wilson from beating them.(50:00) "In all 4 games, I've selected the QB with more playoff experience."(52:15) Best Bets: "The Bills under is an automatic"
1/2/2020 • 1 hour, 19 seconds
#110 - What was Belichick thinking, the worst 2-seed ever, and will Cowboys go celebrity coach hunting?
Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed recap an eventful Week 17, take a first look at the Wild Card round, and react to the early happenings on Black Monday(3:30) 49ers-Seahawks: What happened during the final chaotic sequence? And how the Seahawks could have schemed up a better play against the 49ers coverage.(21:00) Aaron Rodgers leads a comeback in one of his worst games ever, and the Packers "might be one of the worst 2-seeds I've ever seen"(25:45) Why Green Bay could ruin the Super Bowl(27:00) "Yesterday was another perfect example of the greatness of Carson Wentz"(31:15) Could the Eagles shock the world and win more than 1 playoff game(32:30) It was not the best day for Stephon Gilmore, but it's time the Patriots give him a break(36:40) What the **** was Bill Belichick thinking at the end of the half - could he have been sending a message to Tom Brady?(43:20) Wild Card Speed Round: best QB matchup, underrated & overrated players, and kicker most likely to pull a Parkey(50:05) Which game is most likely to have some crazy shit happen?(51:40) It doesn't matter that the Cowboys hire a big name; but they need a "true NFL guy"(57:20) "My #1 guy for the Giants would be Josh McDaniels"(1:00:45) The biggest appeal for Ron Rivera taking the Redskins job(1:03:30) Freddie Kitchens: "Why give him the job a year ago?"(1:07:40) Pop Quiz! Multiple 1,000-yard receivers, Le'Veon's rough season, and 30-30 guys(1:18:10) Bruce Arians throws serious shade at Jameis Winston(1:21:00) Potential landing spots for Jameis if he's done with the Bucs
12/30/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 49 seconds
#109 - Week 17 Picks: Return of Beastmode, danger for the Eagles, and the Jameis 30-30 Watch
Despite taking a rough tumble down the stairs on Christmas Eve, Florio is ready to make his Week 17 picks with Simms:(4:10) Browns-Bengals: Can Freddie Kitchens do anything to save his job?(7:20) Falcons-Bucs: The Jameis 30-30 Watch is here and it's spectacular(10:35) Bears-Vikings: Does Mike Zimmer need to play his guys to regain momentum after a MNF flop?(16:45) Saints-Panthers: Amazingly, the Saints could be 13-3 playing on Wild Card weekend(20:10) Packers-Lions: Rodgers vs Blough- how do you think it'll turn out?(23:00) Jets-Bills: Perhaps the biggest 'What If' team gets a chance to finish on a high note(27:20) Chargers-Chiefs: Does KC have an incentive to lose and setup a first round game with the Bills?(31:15) Dolphins-Patriots: Can Brian Flores ruin the bye for Bill Belichick?(33:50) Cardinals-Rams: Changes are coming in LA(35:50) Colts-Jaguars: Can Doug Marrone do anything to save his job? And could Gardner Minshew make himself some money with a good performance?(39:35) Raiders-Broncos: Oakland's improbable chance at the playoffs(42:35) Steelers-Ravens: RG3 gets a showcase game, and will the Ravens regret not knocking out their rival?(47:30) Titans-Texans: Should Houston rest up or gun for the 3-seed?(51:05) Redskins-Cowboys: If you don't think Dallas could blow this game, then you don't know Dallas(55:30) Eagles-Giants: Despite last week's win, danger looms for Philly(58:30) Florio declares victory in 2019, but the ruling is up for dispute(1:00:05) 49ers-Seahawks: How much impact will Marshawn Lynch have?(1:11:30) Best Bets: Over/Unders might be the better play than going against the spread.
With the holidays upon us and the playoff picture rounding into form, Chris & Ahmed open up the mailbag to answer your questions.(3:00) Are the coaches or the players to blame for the Cowboys collapse?(7:50) Why did the Cowboys go away from Ezekiel Elliott?(10:50) How to fix the Cowboys? "I'd fire the coaching staff."(13:05) Are the Eagles destined for the NFC Championship?(15:50) Does the Simms family open presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?(17:50) How did Emmanuel Sanders get wide open on 3rd & 16?(22:45) Why is Kyle Shanahan still giving carries to Tevin Coleman?(24:40) How to fix the Rams next season(26:00) We finally clear up how to pronounce Jaquiski Tartt(29:45) Chris already has his pick for 49ers-Seahawks(32:00) Can Marshawn Lynch save Seattle?(35:10) Is Chandler Jones a superstar?(37:00) "They lost me at 'egg' and 'nog'"(39:40) Can the Chiefs win the Super Bowl without a bye?(42:25) Chris gives an early Super Bowl prediction(45:10) How could Kevin McAllister mistime his mac 'n' cheese?(48:15) Speed Round: Simms' favourite O-line & D-line players?(50:45) What kind of gel does Chris put in his hair?(52:00) Is Phish the best live band in the world?(53:35) Bills-Patriots: Does Chris have renewed faith in the Pats offense?(55:05) What is Bill Belichick writing in his notebook?(57:10) Was John Brown's TD on Stephon Gilmore or Devin McCourty?(1:00:45) Is Tre'Davious White a Top 5 CB?(1:03:45) Chris names his Defensive Player of the Year(1:04:35) Should the Ravens play their starters against the Steelers?(1:06:00) Are the Packers a Super Bowl dark horse?(1:08:35) Hot Seat Speed Round: Will Derek Carr be on the Raiders next season?(1:11:15) Is Lincoln Riley a fit for the Redskins?(1:12:40) Who is the Giants next head coach?(1:14:40) Most underwhelming player this year?
12/23/2019 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 56 seconds
#107 - Week 16 Picks: Divisions on the line in Rematch Week
With some pivotal rematches on the slate, Florio & Simms pick every game of Week 16.(3:30) Saturday: Texans at Buccaneers "It would be typical Texans to blow this one."(6:10) Saturday: Bills at Patriots "This is not the same Patriots we've seen this decade."(10:25) Saturday: Rams at 49ers "The 49ers understand they can't limp into Week 17."(17:00) Jaguars at Falcons "I don't think getting rid of Tom Coughlin cures everything in Jacksonville."(20:10) Why Gardner Minshew could save Doug Marrone's job.(23:45) Ravens at Browns "The best running game in history is coming to town."(27:20) Panthers at Colts "I think the Panthers are in not-so-subtle tank mode."(31:40) Bengals at Dolphins "Joe Mixon's been playing like a superstar the last few weeks."(34:30) Steelers at Jets "Le'Veon Bell is going to be determined to get revenge on Pittsburgh."(40:00) Saints at Titans "Janoris Jenkins is a gamechanger."(44:20) Giants at Redskins "I feel like last week was a sendoff for the season for the Giants."(50:20) Lions at Broncos "Matt Patricia has gotten his free pass for next year, I don't know how the players feel about that."(53:10) Raiders at Chargers "I think Rivers delivers in his last home game for the Chargers."(56:00) Cowboys at Eagles "If the Cowboys lose this game they all deserve to be fired."(1:01:40) Cardinals at Seahawks "The Seahawks don't put anyone away."(1:03:45) SNF: Chiefs at Bears "Andy Reid is going to solve Matt Nagy & Chuck Pagano."(1:08:05) MNF: Packers at Vikings "Do I trust Kirk Cousins? I don't know."(1:13:25) Chris tries to thread the needle again with one of his Best Bets
12/19/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 33 seconds
#106 - Rematch Week, All-Decade RBs & WRs and Five-Minute Fantasy
There's a twist to this packed Wednesday's podcast as Simms & Ahmed look ahead to What The %^&! Will Happen in 4 big divisional rematches. Ahmed also gives some All-Decade lists, Big Phil joins after a brief hiatus, and Josh Norris comes on set for some fantasy championship advice.(1:45) The guys bid farewell to the man behind the camera, John "Johnald" McDonald(3:45) Chris recaps his 3 most impressive QB seasons of the decade(6:15) What The ^&*! Will Happen: Bills vs Patriots "The Bills put too much on Josh Allen back then."(11:45) "That was the start of the Patriots offense getting worse."(14:45) What The ^&*! Will Happen: Rams vs 49ers "The Rams got physically dominated in Week 6."(19:00) "Jimmy Garoppolo was shaky as hell then. He has changed his play."(26:30) Big Phil makes his triumphant return with praise for Lamar Jackson & Greg Roman(32:45) All-Decade Running Backs Pop quiz: who has scored the most TDs this decade?(44:30) Ahmed stumps Phil & Chris on the defender who has started every game this decade(48:10) All-Decade Wide Receivers Phil & Chris disagree on the best WR this decade(54:00) "The Saints offense is Sean Payton living out his life as a QB through Drew Brees"(58:30) What The ^&*! Will Happen: Cowboys vs Eagles "The Cowboys don't make sense."(1:04:30) All-Decade Bust Team Johnny Manziel only an honorable mention?(1:09:00) What The ^&*! Will Happen: Packers vs Vikings "They jump out on teams, and then can't put you away."(1:13:30) Five-Minute Fantasy with Josh Norris Can fantasy players trust Ryan Tannehill & DeVante Parker in their championship?(1:21:30) Josh quizzes Chris and Ahmed on the most surprising championship-winning performances of the decade(1:28:45) Requiem for a Team The guys say goodbye to the Colts, Bears & Broncos
12/18/2019 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 46 seconds
#105 - Falcons shock 49ers, Cowboys roll Rams, and Deshaun & DeAndre take over
It's a little different format this Monday, as Chris & Paul break down the most pivotal plays from Week 15 in What The &*#! Happened fashion.(3:45) Falcons 29-49ers 22 "Atlanta did as good a job as I've seen at stopping the 49ers"(9:45) Which CB is to blame for Julio's game-winning TD?(18:15) Cowboys 44-Rams 21 "They have feasted on the poor. They finally won one against the rich."(20:15) Eagles 37-Redskins 27 Philly's game-winning TD: "They already ran this for a TD earlier in the game"(26:45) "That's why they drafted Dwayne Haskins in the Top 15"(28:00) Seahawks 30-Panthers 24 "Is it a plus or minus that the Seahawks are winning all their games close?"(29:30) Packers 21-Bears 13 Davante Adams' TD on 4th & 4(38:00) Vikings 39-Chargers 10 "Danielle Hunter Defensive Player of the Year: yay or nay?"(40:30) Texans 24-Titans 21 "It was all Deshaun Watson & DeAndre Hopkins"(48:00) "Ryan Tannehill & AJ Brown are special"(50:20) Bills 17-Steelers 10 Josh Allen's game-winning TD(53:15) Duck Hodges' 4 INT: "That was dumb. I have no other way to say it."(59:40) Patriots 34-Bengals 13 Stephon Gilmore "at what point is he going to be talked about as Defensive Player of the Year?"(1:01:00) Chiefs 23-Broncos 3 "Snow problem for Mahomes & Kelce"(1:02:15) Giants 36-Dolphins 20 "Happy trails, Eli Manning"(1:04:15) Jaguars 20-Raiders 16 "Sad trails, Derek Carr"(1:06:15) Buccaneers 38-Lions 17 "When you play in Bruce Arians' offense, you're going to throw interceptions"(1:09:15) Cardinals 38-Browns 24 "Kyler completes Browns meltdown"
12/16/2019 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 7 seconds
#104 - Week 15 Picks: Cowboys reeling, Bills back in primetime, & Shanahan's revenge
Simms swept Florio in 4 games last week, and they disagree on another 4 in Week 15.(5:30) TNF: Jets at Ravens "The Ravens don't need to use all their ammunition tonight"(8:45) Seahawks at Panthers "The Panthers were falling apart before they fired Ron Rivera"(11:10) Patriots at Bengals "Spygate 2 is the kind of thing Belichick uses to light a fire under his team"(14:00) Buccaneers at Lions "I think the Bucs win even if Jameis doesn't play"(18:00) Bears at Packers "Who has Green Bay beaten this year?"(21:45) Broncos at Chiefs "Patrick Mahomes played one of his worst games of the year last week"(25:30) Dolphins at Giants "I just don't give a damn about Eli Manning anymore"(28:30) Texans at Titans "The Texans might not make it to the playoffs at all"(33:00) Eagles at Redskins "Carson Wentz is working with a collection of nobodies"(36:20) Browns at Cardinals "It's the Heisman showdown, Mayfield vs Murray!"(38:50) Vikings at Chargers "We saw Xavier Rhodes on the field less, which is the right thing to do"(45:45) Jaguars at Raiders "This is the Super Bowl for the Raiders"(47:30) Rams at Cowboys "Sean McVay cracked the Seahawks, who run the same defense as the Cowboys"(52:00) Falcons at 49ers "I'm picking 28-3"(58:05) Bills at Steelers "I worry about the Bills protecting Josh Allen"(1:02:40) Colts at Saints "The Colts linebackers can cause problems for Alvin Kamara & Michael Thomas"(1:05:30) Simms takes an upset as one of his Best Bets
12/12/2019 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 54 seconds
#103 - Lamar breaks Bills blueprint, Drew Lock's big day & Simms' Trust Tree
Chris & Ahmed dive into how the Bills defended Lamar, Denver's bright future with Drew Lock, and who Chris trusts the most down the stretch.(4:00) Ravens 24-Bills 17: Hayden Hurst's 61-yd TD "Did the Bills crack the code on Lamar?"(12:10) Will teams start hitting Jackson more?(18:30) "Michael Vick is a better athletic specimen than Lamar Jackson"(21:20) Damn! Okay "Is Matthew Judon developing into a superstar?"(23:00) "The Ravens showed no respect to the Bills wide receivers"(26:20) Broncos 38-Texans 24: Drew Lock's big day "Drew Lock has a game-changing arm""(33:15) "Deshaun Watson did not have his best game"(40:00) Rams 28-Seahawks 12: Todd Gurley "He is not the superstar he was in 2017. He's still really good."(46:00) "Seattle's defense doesn't have enough corners."(49:30) "We're not going to give Jared Goff the credit."(53:00) "Russell Wilson missed a few throws"(59:20) The Trust Tree - How much does Chris trust...(1:02:00) Matt LaFleur in the playoffs?(1:05:30) Carson Wentz with no weapons?(1:07:15) Josh McDaniels to fix the Patriots offense?(1:09:20) Ryan Tannehill in 2 games vs the Texans?(1:13:20) Devlin Hodges vs the Bills defense?(1:14:30) Le'Veon Bell when he's sent home sick?(1:16:10) Raiders fans to not tear apart the Black Hole in their last game?(1:18:15) Requiem for a Team - Ahmed eulogizes 6 more teams whose playoff hopes are dead
12/11/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 56 seconds
#102 - 49ers win Game of the Year, Pats offense is broken, and Ravens beat up Josh Allen
Paul & Chris recap every Sunday game of Week 14, starting with 49ers-Saints in the Game of the Year.(2:30) Film Deep Dive #1: 49ers 48-Saints 46 "This was more fun than Chiefs-Rams from last year."(6:30) The difference between Sean Payton & Kyle Shanahan(11:45) Breaking down George Kittle's huge play on 4th & 2(17:30) Simms on Jimmy G: "The 49ers are the best team in football, and they're going to win the Super Bowl"(24:10) How did the Saints gash the 49ers defense?(30:00) "I question if Sean Payton knew the rule on the fake punt"(33:30) Rams 28-Seahawks 12 "McVay has found his groove"(36:20) Packers 20-Redskins 15 "The Packers have to ride Aaron Jones"(37:15) Vikings 20-Lions 7 Damn! Okay Danielle Hunter(39:00) Film Deep Dive #2: Chiefs 23-Patriots 16 The homies give their one word to describe the Pats(43:00) "Steve Spagnuolo New England-ed New England in New England!"(46:00) "Tom Brady right now doesn't want to take that hit"(53:20) "It was one of the worst games I've ever seen Patrick Mahomes play."(1:01:30) Ravens 24-Bills 17 "I promise you Josh Allen was sorest man in NFL this morning"(1:03:00) Broncos 38-24 "That's why Lock was my 2nd-highest rated QB in the draft"(1:05:30) "The Texans are a different team without Will Fuller. They need him."(1:07:15) Titans 42-Raiders 21 "Are the Titans the most dangerous team in the AFC after Baltimore?"(1:09:15) Steelers 23-Ravens 17 "The Steelers have a Super Bowl defense"(1:12:00) Browns 27-Bengals 19 Paul is tired of the Cleveland drama(1:14:15) Buccaneers 38-Colts 35 A history pop quiz based on The Full Jameis Experience(1:16:20) Falcons 40-Panthers 20 The non-kicking adventures of Younghoe Koo(1:17:15) Chargers 45-Jaguars 10 Austin Ekeler joins the double-triple club(1:19:00) Jets 22-Dolphins 21 Brian Flores was angry, and Chris agrees
12/9/2019 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 26 seconds
#101 - Week 14 Picks: Lamar vs Bills defense, 49ers & Saints battle for a bye, and Mahomes-Brady III
With some potential playoff previews on the slate, Simms & Florio pick every game in Week 14.(4:30) TNF: Cowboys at Bears "One play by the Bears defense could win this game."(6:45) Panthers at Falcons "I think everyone was shocked by the Ron Rivera news."(9:00) Ravens at Bills "The only thing that's going to stop the Ravens is an injury to Lamar Jackson."(13:30) Bengals at Browns "Even if the Browns run the table, I don't think it's enough to save Freddie Kitchens."(15:20) Redskins at Packers "The Packers are the worst great team this season."(20:15) Broncos at Texans "After beating the Patriots, the Texans have a swagger."(24:30) Lions at Vikings "When will they think about benching Xavier Rhodes?"(27:45) 49ers at Saints "On the turf, the advantage goes to San Francisco's offense."(31:15) Dolphins at Jets "The Dolphins impressed me last week."(32:50) Colts at Buccaneers "I'm done with the Colts."(36:30) Chris tells the story of Peyton Manning's Monday night comeback vs Jon Gruden(38:30) Chargers at Jaguars Minshew-mania is back, and "Philip Rivers could get benched at any moment."(41:15) Steelers at Cardinals "I like the matchup of Kyler Murray vs T.J. Watt."(44:20) Chiefs at Patriots "Everyone in Boston is trying to blame anybody but Tom Brady."(49:15) Titans at Raiders "Derek Carr feels that red hot poker on his ass."(51:50) SNF: Seahawks at Rams "It's the last time Pete Carroll will play a game at the Coliseum."(56:00) MNF: Giants at Eagles "If the Eagles fall behind, it's going to get ugly."(58:50) Two of Florio's Best Bets come from the same game
12/5/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 45 seconds
#100 - Panthers fire Ron Rivera, Seahawks burn Xavier Rhodes & QB Contender Word Association
We made it to Episode 100, which is about 99 more than we thought we would. Chris & Paul hit some What The F$%! Happened, Word Association for playoff contenders & Rotoworld's Josh Norris joins us with advice for the start of the fantasy playoffs.(2:30) Seahawks 37-Vikings 30: David Moore's 60-yard TD "I would just bench Xavier Rhodes"(9:00) How six O-linemen helps Russell Wilson's deep ball(12:15) Will Mike Zimmer's defense struggle down the stretch?(15:45) Rams 34-Cardinals 7: Jared Goff's big game "McVay deserves more credit than anybody"(24:00) Chiefs 40-Raiders 9: Patrick Mahomes "The NFL has caught onto the Chiefs offense"(27:50) How will Bill Belichick defend the Chiefs this week?(30:10) What's behind Patrick Mahomes low stat lines?(39:20) QB Contender Word Association "Ryan Tannehill is taking advantage of everything that is there"(42:00) Josh Allen "Can somebody take notice of what we're seeing here?"(46:20) Duck Hodges "Deep ball throwing can be safe too"(49:40) Taysom Hill "He's just a freak of nature"(52:20) Kirk Cousins "How many points do you want him to score?"(55:00) We welcome Josh Norris to the set to talk about the Panthers firing Ron Rivera (1:02:45) Fantasy Playoffs Advice for players in tough matchups: Chiefs offense at Patriots(1:05:45) Cowboys offense at Bears "I could see Dak Prescott being a Top 8 QB this week"(1:09:10) Saints offense vs 49ers "Jared Cook is a major difference-maker"(1:13:30) Why does NFL Twitter hate Taysom Hill?
12/4/2019 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 45 seconds
#99 - Ravens top 49ers in the rain, Texans trick Pats & Simms still concerned about Chiefs
Chris & Ahmed take your questions as they recap a big Week 13 Sunday, and Ahmed buries a few teams in Requiem For A Team.(2:20) Ahmed gives his percentage odds of a Ravens-49ers rematch in the Super Bowl(3:45) Film Deep Dive #1: Ravens 20-49ers 17 "This was the first time all year the 49ers D-line didn't win the battle"(14:15) "Fred Warner is the Bobby Wagner of this defense"(18:00) Why the 49ers should have thrown more to Deebo Samuel & Emmanuel Sanders(26:30) Texans 28-Patriots 22 Breaking down the DeAndre to Deshaun trick play TD(31:45) Did the Patriots offense salvage something with their late-game TDs?(34:10) "This is where I see Tom Brady slipping"(40:30) Who is most to blame for New England's offense?(42:30) "Will Fuller is the key to the Texans offense"(46:30) Chiefs 40-Raiders 9 Despite the win, Simms & ManBearPig are both concerned about the Chiefs offense(49:15) Derek Carr struggles again in cold weather(53:30) Rams 34-Cardinals 7 Ahmed names Jared Goff the NFL MPP(57:15) Packers 31-Giants 13 Happy birthday, Aaaaaron Rooooodgers(1:00:15) Steelers 20-Browns 13 "Devlin Hodges is a natural at the deep ball"(1:03:00) Titans 31-Colts 17 "Derrick Henry is doing it again"(1:07:00) Dolphins 37-Eagles 31 How did the Eagles not adjust to DeVante Parker?(1:12:15) Redskins 29-Panthers 21 "There's no such thing as tanking."(1:15:40) Bengals 22-Jets 6 "The Jets roster is a bigger problem than anything"(1:19:00) Buccaneers 28-Jaguars 11 "As we stand here, Gardner Minshew is better than Nick Foles"(1:21:45) Broncos 23-Chargers 20 "Drew Lock made some big-time throws"(1:24:15) Requiem For A Team In a new segment, Ahmed eulogizes the teams eliminated from playoff contention
12/2/2019 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 17 seconds
#98 - Week 13 Picks: Lamar vs 49ers defense, Browns-Steelers rematch & Florio picks between his 2 favorite teams
Simms takes a victory lap for threading the needle before he and Florio get into all the post-Thanksgiving games of Week 13:(2:50) 49ers at Ravens "San Francisco has the formula to slow down Lamar Jackson."(8:50) Redskins at Panthers "Dwayne Haskins' selfie is a microcosm of the Redskins victory lap."(10:50) Jets at Bengals "What the upside for Andy Dalton to play again?"(13:30) Titans at Colts "The Colts are better than 6-5."(17:30) Buccaneers at Jaguars "We picked the Jaguars to win the division, and they're screwing us!"(21:30) Eagles at Dolphins "This is a chance for Carson Wentz to quiet some of the doubters."(24:30) Why the Eagles made a mistake with Wentz's contract(29:15) Packers at Giants "These are the games Aaron Rodgers can take over single-handedly."(33:30) Browns at Steelers "I'm more concerned about the fans than I am the players."(37:30) Rams at Cardinals "2017 was Deshaun Watson, 2018 was Patrick Mahomes, 2019 is Lamar Jackson, I think 2020 will be Kyler Murray's year."(40:30) Chargers at Broncos "I'm starting to wonder when Anthony Lynn is going to be in trouble."(45:45) Raiders at Chiefs "A bye is still in the cards for the Chiefs."(48:20) SNF: Patriots at Texans "Bill Belichick owns Bill O'Brien, and he'll own him again."(52:00) MNF: Vikings at Seahawks "It's Florio's team vs Florio's 1B team!"(57:15) Florio has a Thanksgiving underdog betting theory(1:00:00) Best Bets "I want people to tune into our podcast and say 'these two idiots aren't that stupid.'"(1:03:20) Florio shares a heartfelt email from a listener
11/28/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 4 seconds
#97 - Thanksgiving Picks: 3 Coaches on the Hot Seat
It's a Thanksgiving special as Florio & Simms pick all 3 turkey day games.(2:40) Bears at Lions "With Jeff Driskel or The Blough King, I can't have any faith in the Lions"(7:30) Bills at Cowboys "We've seen Jason Garrett do well when his back is against the wall."(17:30) How old was Chris when he started swearing in front of Phil?(19:30) Saints at Falcons "I think it will be a high-scoring, fun game."(25:00) Best Bets The guys each give 1 best bet from the 3 games, and Florio ranks the hot seat level of Matt Patricia, Jason Garrett & Dan Quinn
11/27/2019 • 33 minutes, 5 seconds
#96 - 49ers pummel Packers, Cowboys make Simms angry & teams who pass the Bar Fight Test
Chris & Paul recap every Week 12 game as the playoff race heats up, and dive into the 49ers domination of the Packers and the Patriots monsoon win over the Cowboys.(3:00) Film Deep Dive #1: 49ers 38-Packers 8 "Their defense outhits everybody."(11:00) Who is more dominant: the 49ers D-line or the Patriots secondary?(15:15) WTF Happened on Rodgers' sack-fumble on his first drive?(19:20) How did George Kittle get so wide open?(29:10) Saints 34-Panthers 31 "Without Marshon Lattimore, New Orleans is a different defense."(31:30) Chris names the teams who pass his "bar fight test"(34:15) We'll do it Live! on Michael Thomas' catch on the Saints game-winning drive(38:50) Seahawks 17-Eagles 9 "I think Carson Wentz is second-guessing himself."(42:30) Film Deep Dive #2: Patriots 13-Cowboys 9 "I think Jerry Jones is sending a message."(44:30) The Cowboys offense has Chris literally pounding the table.(51:50) Does Chris blame Kellen Moore or Jason Garrett more for Dallas' struggles?(59:15) Bills 20-Broncos 3 Discussing Frank Gore among the all-time RBs(1:02:20) Jets 34-Raiders 3 "They looked like they didn't want to be there."(1:03:45) Steelers 16-Bengals 10 Should Duck Hodges start for the rest of the season?(1:06:00) Browns 41-Dolphins 24 "They've stopped shooting themselves in the foot."(1:08:00) Titans 42-Jaguars 20 Is Ryan Tannehill the Titans starter beyond this year?(1:12:45) Bears 19-Giants 14 How can Daniel Jones fix his fumbling issues?(1:15:00) Buccaneers 35-Falcons 22 "That's what's frustrating about Jameis."(1:16:10) Redskins 19-Lions 16 Haskins selfies & Chris reminisces about his 1st win
11/25/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 50 seconds
#95 - Week 12 Picks: Shanahan vs Rodgers, Lamar vs Donald & Simms learns nothing from last week
Chris is reeling and Mike is gloating as they pick every game of Week 12:(3:15) TNF: Colts at Texans "If T.Y. Hilton is healthy, the Texans will have their hands full."(7:50) Buccaneers at Falcons "Dirk Koetter will have some inside information on Jameis Winston."(11:30) Broncos at Bills "The Broncos offense is better with Brandon Allen than Joe Flacco."(15:30) Giants at Bears "I don't think Saquon Barkley is going to be fully healthy all year long."(19:20) Steelers at Bengals "Mason Rudolph was absolutely horrible in that game. Horrible. Horrible."(23:20) "If you ever farted during the show, would you admit it or deny it?"(25:00) Dolphins at Browns "Without Myles Garrett and Larry Ogunjobi, the Browns are thin on D-line."(28:45) Panthers at Saints "I don't trust the Panthers defense, and I definitely don't trust Kyle Allen."(31:40) Raiders at Jets "I played for Jon Gruden against Gregg Williams. We had a good plan of attack."(36:30) Seahawks at Eagles "Fletcher Cox is back to being a game-wrecker."(41:00) Lions at Redskins "I can't say I've been impressed with Dwayne Haskins at all."(42:45) Jaguars at Titans "The Titans should try to pound the rock with Derrick Henry."(46:15) Cowboys at Patriots "I can't believe you're going to do this again. Did you learn nothing last week?"(51:30) SNF: Packers at 49ers "I'm in a win-win situation, either Kyle Shanahan or Aaron Rodgers wins."(56:20) MNF: Ravens at Rams "As good as Aaron Donald is, he's not going to get his hands on Lamar Jackson."(1:01:15) Mike and Chris each take an under in their Best Bets
11/21/2019 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 24 seconds
#94 - Agholor's "drop", Dak carries the Cowboys & "stop it" with Michael Thomas MVP talk
Chris dives into the biggest plays of the week in "What The $&*%! Happened?".(2:20) Patriots 17-Eagles 10: Nelson Agholor's "drop"(10:30) "I don't think the Lane Johnson injury had a big impact on the game"(14:45) "I'm not going to place the blame on Carson Wentz."(20:00) Vikings 27-Broncos 23: Stefon Diggs TD "One of the best throws of the year for Kirk Cousins"(27:00) How did Kyle Rudolph get so wide open on his TD?(33:10) Breaking down the Vikings goal-line stand at the end of the game(39:00) QB Referendums with Big Phil (42:30) "Josh Allen was put on earth to throw something"(45:00) Philip Rivers: "The Chargers need another way to win football games"(47:00) "Mason Rudolph does not have average arm strength for the NFL"(49:30) Jameis Winston "misses 3-4 throws per game with no pressure around him"(53:15) Who do you want as your 2020 starter: Rivers, Rudolph, Jameis or Kyle Allen?(1:01:30) Cowboys 35-Lions 27: Zeke's game-clinching TD(1:06:30) Should Dak Prescott be getting more MVP buzz?(1:12:30) Saints 34-Buccaneers 17: Michael Thomas TD(1:18:45) "People are saying Michael Thomas could be MVP. Stop it."(1:26:30) We'll Do It Live! Cooper Kupp's 50-yd catch
11/20/2019 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 20 seconds
#93 - Lamar for MVP, judging Jimmy G, and Colts keg stands for the win
Chris & Ahmed touch on every Week 11 game in a Survival Sunday for the NFC Contenders, and go deep diving on Cards-Niners and Texans-Ravens.(2:00) Gimme The Headline: Vikings 27-Broncos 23 "How about Clutch-y Kirk?"(7:15) Saints 34-Buccaneers 17 Is Michael Thomas an MVP candidate?(13:25) Rams 17-Bears 7 "Khalil Mack has gone dormant...Aaron Donald is the best defender in football."(21:00) Film Deep Dive #1: 49ers 36-Cardinals 26 "Jimmy Garoppolo's mistakes are boneheaded mistakes."(32:30) "The Kyler Murray effect is real"(39:00) Dak Prescott wins the Best Of Week 11 Offensive Award(43:45) The Patriots Defense wins the Best of Week 11 Defensive Award(47:45) Who on the Eagles defense (not Ronald Darby) is to blame for the Patriots trick play TD?(53:30) Film Deep Dive #2: Ravens 41-Texans 7 "The Ravens are the best team in football."(1:02:25) How the Ravens shut down Deshaun Watson(1:12:50) Damn! Okay starts with Raiders DE Maxx Crosby(1:16:00) Where does Jon Gruden fall in Chris' Coach of the Year rankings?(1:17:00) Breaking down the Colts keg stand celebration(1:21:15) Gimme The Headline: Falcons 29-Panthers 3 "Dan Quinn is the Undertaker gif"(1:24:15) Bills 37-Dolphins 20 "This might be Josh Allen's cleanest game as a pro"(15:52:15) Jets 34-Redskins 17 "Jamal Adams is the best safety in football"
11/18/2019 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 38 seconds
#92 - Week 11 Picks: Lamar vs Deshaun, Nick Foles is back & Pats want revenge in Philly
Florio gets out the broom before he and Simms pick every game of Week 11, and Macy chimes in with some takes:(2:30) Chris considers doing the opposite(3:30) TNF: Steelers at Browns "James Conner is back, and the Browns are not a good run defense."(6:45) Texans at Ravens "It's Lamar vs Deshaun "(11:00) Falcons at Panthers "I think if it falls apart this year, Ron Rivera will be out of a job."(14:30) Cowboys at Lions "I don't know if everyone realizes the Cowboys have the No. 1 offense in football."(17:30) Jaguars at Colts "I this Nick Foles going to energize this team."(21:15) Bills at Dolphins "This is the first time all year I'm picking the Dolphins to win."(24:30) Broncos at Vikings "The Vikings can't afford to lose this one."(29:00) Saints at Buccaneers "The Saints are shooken up now."(31:45) Jets at Redskins "Let's just pick a score on this one and move on."(32:15) Cardinals at 49ers "Macy shut up! We're doing a podcast!"(36:15) Bengals at Raiders "It's the Bo Jackson revenge game!"(40:45) Patriots at Eagles "I'm wussy-ing out here. There's no other way to say it."(46:00) SNF: Bears at Rams "Is this an elimination game?"(48:45) MNF: Chiefs at Chargers "Patrick Mahomes left a lot on the field last week."(53:30) Best Bets: "That is the dumbest bet you've ever made."
11/14/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 46 seconds
#91 - Fixing the Rams, Cowboys coaching comes up short & Clowney's career day
Chris dives into the biggest plays of the week in "What The $&*%! Happened?".(3:45) Steelers 17-Rams 12: Jared Goff's 3 turnovers "Ok, the guy's not open. You gotta do something else."(9:30) Chris has advice for Sean McVay to "reinvent himself"(12:30) How Minkah Fitzpatrick and the Steelers D took Cooper Kupp from 220 yards to zero(16:00) Packers 24-Panthers 16: GB's goal-line stand "Kyle Allen's got Christian McCaffrey open for a touchdown."(24:30) The Packers were not ready for the final play...and it helped them(30:45) Vikings 28-Cowboys 24: Big Phil joins to discuss the Cowboys failed 4th down(38:20) Were the Cowboys too worried about the clock? Chris & Paul disagree.(49:10) Steelers, Raiders, Bills and Colts: which dark horse does Big Phil like the best?(59:00) Seahawks 27-49ers 24 (OT): " It was the best game I've seen any NFL defender play all season."(1:04:00) "Jimmy Garoppolo did not play that bad."(1:13:15) Raiders 26-Chargers 24: Josh Jacobs game-winning TD "Rodney Huson was the star of the play."(1:16:45) Jets 34-Giants 27: Saquon Barkley 1 rush yd "There's nowhere to go."(1:19:00) "Daniel Jones is one of the most pure throwers in football."(1:20:45) Chris breaks down the Ravens "Heisman Package" in our new segment: We'll Do It Live!
11/13/2019 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 19 seconds
#90 - Cook > Zeke, McVay needs to change, and the Chiefs big blunder
Simms breaks down Week 10:(3:20) Vikings-Cowboys: Why Minnesota might be better than the group that made it to the NFCCG a couple years ago(8:25) Why is Dallas wearing the navy blues at home??(11:30) Panthers-Packers: Is Green Bay as good as their 8-2 record? We definitely didn't see vintage Aaron Rodgers(14:20) Rams-Steelers: We saw a Steel City ass whuppin. And why it's okay to say that Todd Gurley isn't the same player he used to be.(16:20) "Sean McVay has to reinvent himself"(18:55) Simms self-scouts thyself when it comes to re-evaluating the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade(21:30) Falcons-Saints film deep dive: How in the world did the Saints not score a TD vs the Falcons? Atlanta was not gonna let the short passing game beat them(26:50) "I wrote 'Where is the run, question mark, question mark'"(32:35) "I do think Drew Brees is aware of his lack of arm strength"(37:00) Simms takes a small victory lap related to his QB rankings. Where are all the Goff & Rivers Truthers now?(39:20) "He's being paid like one of the best players in the game. Which is erroneous."(40:45) Damn! Okay: praise for Lamar Jackson, his shades, the nasty spin move, and his MVP candidacy(43:10) A couple of Ivy Leaguers get a Damn Okay(46:00) Props to Brian Flores and the Dolphins for continuing to play hard(50:00) Chiefs-Titans film deep dive: "When you have those kinds of numbers, you're not supposed to kick FGs"(53:20) "Patrick Mahomes made some of the damndest f***ing throws I've ever seen"(1:01:45) Inside Derrick Henry's 68-yard TD(1:09:20) Bills-Browns: Baker Mayfield said "get off my back"(1:10:35) Lions-Bears: "Thank God that Stafford didn't play"(1:12:40) Giants-Jets: "The best football player in New York right now is Jamal Adams"(1:15:00) Simms gives us the history of the word $hit(1:15:50) Cardinals-Bucs: Why Mike Evans is the most forgotten player in football. And don't forget that Kyler Murray is special.
11/11/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 13 seconds
#89 - Week 10 Picks: Goff in the cold, Mahomes returns & Florio makes another Kirk Cousins bet
Simms rants about pushes before he and Florio get to picking every game for Week 10:(2:30) "If I pick a push, I should get a win!"(5:25) TNF: Chargers at Raiders "I'm going down to crazyville with the Chargers tonight."(9:35) Lions at Bears "The Lions defense is not good. It's one of the worst in football."(13:05) Ravens at Bengals "No one knows what to expect from Ryan Finley or A.J. Green."(17:15) Bills at Browns "The Bills are kind of a fraudulent 6-2, and I think Bills fans would admit it."(21:10) Falcons at Saints "The Falcons desperation-meter is at 10+."(25:00) Giants at Jets "Daniel Jones has shown more promise than what we've seen from Sam Darnold."(27:45) Cardinals at Buccaneers "Last week Jameis Winston played awesome football, there's no denying it."(31:20) Chiefs at Titans "Please Andy Reid, run some of Matt Moore's plays with Patrick Mahomes."(39:10) Dolphins at Colts "The Colts play down to their competition almost every week."(42:15) Panthers at Packers "If there's any doubt with Davante Adams, don't play him. You don't need him."(46:25) Rams at Steelers "The Steelers have some special going on, even with Mason Rudolph at QB."(52:35) SNF: Vikings at Cowboys "Kirk Cousins is incapable of ignoring the stakes."(55:35) Florio makes another Kirk Cousins bet(1:01:20) MNF: Seahawks at 49ers "The 49ers aren't going to run the table."(1:06:10) Chris takes an over/under in this week's Best Bets
11/7/2019 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 44 seconds
#88 - Simms QB Ranks & What The $&*%! Happened: Brogram gets to Rodgers, Baker's failed 4th down, and Chiefs D turns a corner
Chris updates his QB Rankings for the first time since preseason, and he and Paul dive into the biggest plays of the week in "What The $&*%! Happened?".(2:15) Chiefs 26-Vikings 23: Damien Williams 91-yd TD run "Harrison Smith was put in a bad spot."(10:00) "The Kansas City defense has turned the corner. They're not going to be the pushover we saw early in the year."(14:50) "There were 2-3 throws where I wish Kirk Cousins was aggressive."(21:10) Raiders 31-Lions 24: OAK goal-line stand "I'd rather go down with my best player, and that's Matthew Stafford."(26:10) Broncos 24-Browns 19: CLE failed 4th down "This tells me the game is moving too fast for Baker Mayfield."(36:05) Big Phil joins to give his reaction to Chris' updated QB Rankings(44:20) "What game has Tom Brady won for the Patriots this year?"(46:55) "Jacoby Brissett has done many things, but doesn't get the attention or highlights."(51:20) "Jimmy Garoppolo at 15...too low or too high?"(57:45) Chris responds to Twitter gripes about his QB rankings: "You forgot the guy who leads the NFL in passing yards."(59:40) "Did you think about putting Lamar Jackson above Patrick Mahomes?"(1:01:45) Shocker...PFF thinks they're right. And Chris claps back.(1:08:45) Steelers 26-Colts 24: Minkah Fitzpatrick 96-yd pick-six "Fitzpatrick is finally playing the right position."(1:17:35) Chargers 26-Packers 11: LAC D frustrates Rodgers "They're phenomenal! It's the Brogram!"
11/6/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 53 seconds
#87 - Lamar bests Belichick & Russell Wilson beats bad Bucs strategy in Week 9 Recap
Chris & Ahmed recap all 12 Sunday games of Week 9 and dive deep into the Ravens win over the Patriots and the Seahawks-Bucs OT game.(6:10) Film Deep Dive #1: Ravens O vs Patriots D "Baltimore did to New England what New England does to other teams."(19:40) Chris explains why Bill Belichick has problems with running quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson.(24:55) Patriots O vs Ravens D "It's amazing how fearless Tom Brady is in the pocket at 42 years old."(32:05) "Earl Thomas can't run anymore...He's lost a gear. He's lost two gears."(33:35) Ahmed reveals his favorite fast food place.(37:40) Chiefs 26-Vikings 23 "No Patrick Mahomes is a little bit of a blessing in disguise for the offense."(41:45) Steelers 26-Colts 24 "Bud Dupree has the ability to take over games."(44:20) Raiders 31-Lions 24 "Josh Jacobs is clearly the favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year."(49:00) Chris demonstrates how Lamar Jackson avoids big hits(51:20) Film Deep Dive #2: Seahawks O vs Buccaneers D "Russell Wilson is arguably the best deep-ball thrower in the sport."(55:20) "I don't blame the secondary for the Bucs. I blame Todd Bowles."(59:00) Chris takes a Victory Lap on D.K. Metcalf(1:01:15) Buccaneers O vs Seahawks D "It's on the Seahawks D-line now. The secondary's not going to get better."(1:04:10) "Playing quarterback vs the Seahawks is easy."(1:05:30) Texans 26-Jaguars 3 A Damn! Okay for an MVP candidate(1:09:20) It's over, Gardner Minshew(1:11:15) Panthers 30-Titans 20 Chris self-scouts his Tennessee best bet(1:15:00) "DJ Moore really reminds me of Steve Smith. He's a wide receiver in a running back's body."(1:16:40) Broncos 24-Browns 19 Twitter responds to Baker Mayfield's postgame attire.(1:22:25) Dolphins 26-Jets 18 "I don't think Adam Gase deserves to be on the hot seat."(1:26:00) Eagles 22-Bears 14 "If DeSean Jackson is out for the season, that takes the Eagles out of being a real Super Bowl contender."(1:29:25) Chargers 26-Packers 11 "Joey Bosa has stepped up ever since you said Nick Bosa was the better Bosa."(1:32:15) Bills 24-Redskins 9 "I surprised how the Bills defense has been pushed around 2 weeks in a row."
Florio has some Halloween costume takes before he and Simms get to picking every game for Week 9:(0:40) I'll eat some Werther's Originals, be miserable and be happy in my misery."(5:30) TNF: 49ers at Cardinals "There's this hesitation to give the 49ers their due."(10:55) Texans vs Jaguars (in London) "I don't know if this is a team Deshaun Watson can take over against."(16:55) Redskins at Bills "If I knew it was Dwayne Haskins, I might give the Redskins less of a chance."(21:05) Titans at Panthers "Ryan Tannehill may be the Titans starting QB in 2020 if he keeps this up."(26:15) Vikings at Chiefs "Prove me wrong, Kirk Cousins!"(33:40) Jets at Dolphins "Adam Gase will be extra motivated to beat the team that fired him."(38:40) Bears at Eagles "Philadelphia! Doug Pederson!! Run the ^&*#ing ball!!!"(43:10) Colts at Steelers "I feel like Mason Rudolph found something on Monday."(52:35) Lions at Raiders "I don't think I've picked the Raiders to win a game all year."(56:10) Buccaneers at Seahawks "I think Jameis Winston can throw on a below-average pass defense."(1:01:20) Browns at Broncos "The Browns outplayed the Seahawks and were not outclassed by the Patriots."(1:04:45) Packers at Chargers "The Packers offense is borderline unstoppable at this point."(1:08:20) SNF: Patriots at Ravens "I have slight concerns about the Patriots offense."(1:14:00) MNF: Cowboys at Giants "This loss could get the clouds gathering around Pat Shurmur."(1:17:30) Chris likes an upset for one of his Best Bets
10/31/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 49 seconds
#85 - What The $&*%! Happened: Browns turnovers, Deshaun Watson heroics & "The dumbest play of the week"
Chris & Paul do a "What The $&*%! Happened?" where they deep dive the best (Deshaun Watson) and worst (WTF Miami?) plays of the week. Also, Big Phil stops by and defends Mitchell Trubisky.(3:00) AZ-NO: Drew Brees' TD pass to Taysom Hill "Now that Brees is back, Taysom Hill is a weapon again in the offense."(11:05) "If the Saints have a weakness, it's Brees' ability to stretch the field."(18:25) OAK-HOU: Deshaun Watson gets kicked in the face, still throws TD "Watson is not Charlie Checkdown, he's Bobby Bombs-Away."(28:35) Big Phil reveals if it's true that Chris was a good student in high school(31:45) "Do you think the Chicago Bears are salvageable?"(36:35) On Aaron Rodgers: "Let me say this. NOBODY ELSE COULD MAKE THOSE THROWS."(48:55) "Who wins right now? The 49ers or the Patriots?"(51:30) CLE-NE: Browns back-to-back-to-back turnovers "Jonathan Jones is the star not for the fumble, but for the hustle."(56:40) On Baker Mayfield's shovel pass interception: "This is a play he's not even supposed to think about."(1:02:05) "If I had to grade the game, I'd probably tell you Cleveland won more plays than New England."(1:04:25) James White's 59-yard screen on 3rd & 10 "This play broke because of one player."(1:12:20) PHI-BUF: Miles Sanders 65-yard TD run "This should not have been a big play."(1:16:35) "I feel like the Eagles think they're the Chiefs sometimes...You're not. You're not the Chiefs."(1:21:15) Dolphins all-out blitz on 3rd & 20 "Has there been a dumber play this year?"
10/30/2019 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 21 seconds
#84 - Drew Brees returns, Pats & Niners stay perfect, and hope for the Chiefs in Week 8 Recap
Chris & Ahmed recap all 13 Sunday games of Week 8 and dive deep into Panthers-49ers & Packers-Chiefs.(2:25) Saints 31-Cardinals 9 "He looked like the same old Drew Brees, like he hadn't missed a beat."(7:20) Patriots 27-Browns 13 "The Patriots, even with the easy schedule, seem to be dodging some bullets"(13:15) Film Deep Dive #1: Panthers O vs 49ers D "The 49ers defense is every bit in the conversation with the Patriots"(19:35) "Nick Bosa is more made for the NFL than his brother Joey"(24:05) 49ers O vs Panthers D "The 49ers play-design is No. 1 in the NFL."(27:20) "Who will have more targets moving forward: George Kittle or Emmanuel Sanders?"(32:00) Rams 24-Bengals 10 "Cooper Kupp is legitimately good. This isn't just a system guy."(35:40) Seahawks 27-Falcons 20 "The Seahawks secondary is a little questionable."(38:20) Lions 31-Giants 26 "I'd like to hear some talk about how Matthew Stafford is playing so well."(40:35) On players-only meetings: "Guys! We have to play harder!"(41:30) Chargers 17-Bears 16 "I'm not gonna sit here and say 'Matt Nagy's decision was the dumbest ever.'"(47:50) Film Deep Dive #2: Packers O vs Chiefs D "If it isn't Aaron Rodgers at QB, the Chiefs are pulling that game off."(53:30) Ahmed has a gripe with Aaron Rodgers' highlight TD to Jamaal Williams(57:40) Chiefs O vs Packers D "Signs you know your interior D-line is no good..."(59:40) "This showed the Chiefs can win games without Patrick Mahomes."(1:05:10) Jaguars 29-Jets 15 "Damn! Okay Gardner Minshew!"(1:08:50) "When Nick Foles comes back, who is your quarterback?"(1:09:40) Texans 27-Raiders 24 "Even with JJ Watt, that Texans defense is not good."(1:11:35) Colts 15-Broncos 13 "I don't understand Joe Flacco coming out and saying this publicly."(1:14:00) Trade reactions: Leonard Williams to Giants, Kenyan Drake to Cardinals(1:16:50) Titans 27-Buccaneers 23 "I don't think the Titans are a playoff team, but they'll ruin a lot of playoff dreams."(1:19:05) Eagles 31-Bills 13 "If Buffalo wants to be taken seriously, they have to stop the self-inflicted wounds."
10/28/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 10 seconds
#83 - Week 8 Picks: Kyler's toughest test, Bills looking for signature win, and Best Bets
Simms & Florio pick every game against the spread for Week 8:(1:10) "If Kirk Cousins wins Super Bowl MVP, I will get a Kirk Cousins tattoo on my arm. Guaranteed."(4:30) TNF: Redskins at Vikings "I think the Redskins will be a pain in the ass early."(7:25) Seahawks at Falcons "No matter what Matt plays QB for the Falcons, they're done."(11:10) Eagles at Bills "The Bills don't really have that signature win yet."(15:15) Chargers at Bears "I think the loser of this game is going to flat-out collapse."(19:30) Giants at Lions "Pat Shurmur quietly had one of the worst decisions in the league last week."(24:15) Broncos at Colts Florio floats a Von Miller trade proposition for an NFC team.(29:40) Jets at Jaguars "Can we get the name Haley Joel Darnold to stick?"(33:30) Bengals at Rams in London Florio learns what "wanker" means.(37:00) Cardinals at Saints "This is the toughest environment Kyler Murray has had to play in."(39:50) Buccaneers at Titans "I like what I saw from Ryan Tannehill last week."(45:05) Panthers at 49ers "If the Panthers go to San Francisco and win, I'm sticking with Kyle Allen."(50:00) Raiders at Texans "I think Derek Carr is on the outs."(54:45) Browns at Patriots "I'm not picking the Browns to win, I'm not that stupid."(59:20) SNF: Packers at Chiefs "Even if Patrick Mahomes is active, this could be a ruse."(1:03:00) MNF: Dolphins at Steelers "This might be the low-water mark for primetime football in 2019."(1:05:05) Chris and Mike go all favorites for their Best Bets
10/24/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 7 seconds
#82 - What The $&*%! Happened: Sam Darnold seeing ghosts, Jalen Ramsey vs Julio Jones & Top 5 offensive minds
Chris & Ahmed do a special "What The $&*%! Happened? Players Edition" where they react to the uproar over Sam Darnold's mic'ed up moment and Chris names his Top 5 Offensive Minds in the NFL.(2:50) Sam Darnold "To say 'I'm seeing ghosts out there.'...That shows confidence to me."(8:20) Chris is still waiting to see a ghost in his house(9:10) "Bill Belichick said 'I don't think their blitz plan is up to snuff. I've gotta expose it.'"(21:20) Ezekiel Elliott "I think at time Zeke tries to be too perfect with his vision."(26:35) "As far as a route-runner, Amari Cooper might be the best."(28:25) Carson Wentz "It's hard to look good when everyone else around you is sucking."(30:50) DeMarcus Lawrence "He whupped Lane Johnson."(36:20) Mitchell Trubisky "You could put whoever you want at quarterback for the Bears...they suck."(44:05) Jalen Ramsey "Matt Ryan missed Julio on a few routes. Why? Because he's afraid of Jalen Ramsey."(50:45) Jacoby Brissett "Frank Reich is a Top 5 offensive mind in the NFL."(1:01:00) Kirk Cousins "The Vikings have more play actions & boots than anyone in football."(1:09:40) Matt Moore "The big thing they'll miss is the vertical offense."(1:16:35) The Chiefs Defense finally goes whole ass
10/23/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 43 seconds
#81 - Aaron Rodgers on all cylinders & Lamar goes for it in Week 7 Recap
Chris & Paul hit every game from Sunday in their Week 7 recap, and deep dive on Raiders-Packers & Ravens-Seahawks.(3:15) Film Deep Dive #1: Packers O vs Raiders D "The Packers offense is no longer a work in progress"(12:45) Packers D vs Raiders O "The Packers defense is going in the wrong direction"(20:35) Praising Josh Jacobs & "Darren Waller is in the convo for the 2nd-best TE in the NFL"(25:55) Vikings-Lions Florio loses his Kirk Cousins bet(29:40) Saints-Bears "I've given up trying to defend Trubisky. He's worse this year than last year."(35:00) Rams-Falcons "You. Julio. Mano-a-mano. Do what you gotta do."(37:20) 49ers-Redskins "The Redskins are lucky it was a monsoon, because Kyle would tried to score 50 on them."(39:00) Ravens O vs Seahawks D "Hell yeah coach let's go for it!"(46:25) What Chris saw on the Lamar Jackson 4th & 2 TD(50:10) Seahawks O vs Ravens D "Marlon Humphrey isn't Jalen Ramsey or Stephon Gilmore, but he's in the next conversation"(53:55) What Russell Wilson didn't see on his game-changing pick-6(59:50) Eagles-Cowboys "This is what they paid Zeke for."(1:02:55) "I'm worried about the Eagles. Everything is work for that offense."(1:04:55) Dolphins-Bills "Josh Allen didn't panic."(1:08:10) Texans-Colts "Jacoby Brissett was awesome, but good job Colts defense."(1:10:35) Cardinals-Giants "I should have never doubted Kliff Kingsbury"(1:12:50) Chargers-Titans "The Charger-est Charger kind of loss"(1:15:35) Jaguars-Bengals "Can we start talking about Leonard Fournette and stop talking about Gardner Minshew?"
10/21/2019 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 32 seconds
#80 - Week 7 Picks: Upset brewing in Green Bay, Ramsey's LA debut, & Florio's Vikings guarantee
Simms & Florio pick every game against the spread for Week 7:(0:45) Florio tells the story of how he got his first Vikings jersey(5:10) TNF: Chiefs at Broncos "The formula is out there for keeping it close with the Chiefs"(9:35) Rams at Falcons "We both wanna get our popcorn ready to see how Jalen Ramsey fits"(13:40) Dolphins at Bills "I think Ryan Fitzpatrick will give the Dolphins a lift."(17:25) Jaguars at Bengals "Are you deliberately saying 'Bangles' now??"(23:00) Vikings at Lions "I guarantee you if the Vikings win, I will wear a Kirk Cousins jersey next Thursday."(28:55) Raiders at Packers "I like that Jon Gruden's had 2 weeks to prepare for this game."(35:10) Texans at Colts "If they lose, you've gotta get past this smitten-with-the-quarterback thing."(39:45) Cardinals at Giants "The Giants are not athletic up front, and that scares me against Kyler Murray."(43:05) 49ers at Redskins "The Shanahan motivation will be a factor."(47:55) Chris explains the time he legitimately wanted to kick Florio's ass(50:00) Chargers at Titans "I do think we could see Philip Rivers playing for the Titans next year."(54:00) Saints at Bears "This is the best offense the Bears have played to this point."(59:20) Ravens at Seahawks "I'm intrigued by Earl Thomas and his knowledge of Russell Wilson."(1:07:40) Eagles at Cowboys "The Eagles bread-and-butter plays are just not good enough."(1:13:30) Patriots at Jets "Gregg Williams can throw some things are the Patriots that they're not ready for."(1:17:15) Mike & Chris go all road teams for their Best Bets(1:22:00) Florio has a motivational message for Richard Sherman
10/17/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 44 seconds
#79 - What The $&*%! Happened? Darnold's bomb, Baker's INT, & Diggs roasts Eagles + Jalen Ramsey trade
Chris & Paul defends a Browns playcall & the Eagles secondary. and dives into the Monday night gamesmanship between Trey Flowers & David Bakhtiari in the debut of our new segment: What The $&*%! Happened? And as always, Big Phil swings by to give his thoughts on the latest NFL news.(2:40) Jalen Ramsey traded to Rams "This opens up the box of creativity for Wade Phillips"(12:00) Marcus Peters traded to Ravens "He fits into the bad-ass renegade culture of that team"(16:40) The debut of What The $&*%! Happened?(17:30) Play #1: Sam Darnold 92-yd TD to Robby Anderson "Dallas is predictable. They don't do enough on defense."(25:50) "There are too many moments when DeMarcus Lawrence just doesn't show up"(28:00) Play #2: Cowboys failed 2-pt conversion "Hey, go into the end zone and turn around!"(36:05) Big Phil joins to praise the Lions defense and dissect the body language of Aaron Rodgers(43:15) Ranking the NFC's best: 49ers, Packers, Saints & Seahawks(47:00) Comparing Sam Darnold's feet to Tony Romo(49:10) On how Kliff Kingsbury & Kyler Murray are evolving the Cardinals offense(53:50) Play #3A: Baker Mayfield red zone INT "The pre-snap read is off. The drop is off. The throw is off."(1:00:45) Play #3B: Browns failed 4th & Goal from the 1 "Was it stupid to run the same play again? No!"(1:07:20) Play #4: Stefon Diggs' 1st TD "Sometimes the offense calls the exact right play for the defense."(1:16:10) Play #5: Trey Flowers hands to the face penalty "This is where the gamesmanship starts."
Chris & Ahmed hit every game from Sunday in their Week 6 recap.(3:10) Doug Pederson's guarantee: "We're going down to Dallas and we're gonna win"(5:15) Eagles-Vikings "When Philly leaves their corners man-to-man, they're burnt toast"(9:50) Cowboys-Jets "If I'm a defense, I have no fear of Ezekiel Elliott anymore"(15:25) "Sam Darnold is a pinpoint intermediate passer"(16:55) Redskins-Dolphins Nostrasimmsus takes a lap(24:00) Film Deep Dive #1: 49ers O vs Rams D "It's the 49ers and the Patriots for the best defense in the NFL"(31:20) "McVay needs to do more. When the Rams run game doesn't work, they're limited."(33:50) 49ers O vs Rams D "Jimmy Garoppolo. There are concerns."(41:30) Seahawks-Browns "You could argue that Russell Wilson is the best QB in football."(47:10) Saints-Jaguars "If Drew Brees was playing, it's not gonna be that big of a difference."(51:10) Panthers-Buccaneers "I respect this about Jameis Winston...he goes down swinging."(57:25) Film Deep Dive #2: Chiefs O vs Texans D "The predictability of the offense is affecting KC more than anything."(1:03:45) Chris calls BS on a controversial Mahomes INT(1:08:20) Texans O vs Chiefs D "I would become a blitz team if I'm the Chiefs."(1:15:25) Bengals-Ravens "When Baltimore doesn't have Hollywood Brown, they lack speed."(1:18:20) Steelers-Chargers "The Chargers are not turning this around."(1:22:50) Damn! Okay...Falcons-Cardinals "Kliff Kingsbury's proven he deserved to be hired as a head coach"(1:25:40) Titans-Broncos "If the Broncos can score 17, they have a chance to win."(1:27:50) Should Tennessee start Marcus Mariota or Ryan Tannehill this week?
10/14/2019 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 35 seconds
#77 - Week 6 Picks: Watson vs Mahomes, Browns exposed, & 49ers big opportunity
Simms & Florio pick every game from Week 6 in their usual Unbuttoned/PFT PM joint podcast. They disagree on a Texans-Chiefs shootout, talk about the Browns odds of bouncing back vs Seattle, and set high expectations for the 49ers.(5:35) TNF: Giants-Patriots "The Patriots will win, will they win by enough?"(7:55) Panthers-Buccaneers (in London) "Christian McCaffrey should be able to carry the Panthers."(11:50) Bengals-Ravens "The Bengals are not scared of the Ravens, but they're outmanned."(15:55) Seahawks-Browns "What made Baker Mayfield successful last year was Cleveland running the ball."(25:00) Saints-Jaguars "The Jaguars want to run the ball first. You don't run on the Saints."(30:10) Texans-Chiefs "Watson vs Mahomes. It just doesn't get any better than that."(35:00) Redskins-Dolphins "Let's not waste people on planet Earth's time with this one."(35:50) Eagles-Vikings "Diggs, Thielen, Cousins...they're back in the trust tree together!"(43:50) Falcons-Cardinals "I'm think Ryan-Ridley-Jones can get it done in a shootout."(46:35) 49ers-Rams "If the 49ers win this game, they'll go 13-3 or better this season."(51:25) Titans-Broncos "The Titans formula continues. They're underdogs. They'll win."(54:30) Cowboys-Jets "Sam Darnold is back, but it's not like the Jets were great before he was gone."(1:01:25) SNF: Steelers-Chargers "Devlin Hodges is a better quarterback than Mason Rudolph."(1:05:50) MNF: Lions-Packers "Matt Patricia is putting together something special in Detroit."(1:10:40) Best Bets 3 underdogs who should win outright
10/10/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 21 seconds
#76 - Deep Dive Wednesday: Baker concerns, Bears offense has no identity, and Houston rounding into form
A little different format this week as Chris has Big Phil on for the whole pod for a Deep Dive. They answer your Twitter questions on Jimmy Garoppolo and the Raiders dominating the Bears, and Phil tells a story about postgame drama with Ronnie Lott.(1:30) Handshakegate - "This could be a good thing for Baker Mayfield"(4:25) Big Phil recounts his own handshake drama with Ronnie Lott(8:50) Browns O vs 49ers D - "The things we were worried about Baker coming out of college are rearing their ugly head"(18:45) 49ers O vs Browns D "This was more of a schematic cremation"(29:15) Raiders O vs Bears D "The 24-21 score is misleading. The Raiders dominated that game."(40:00) Bears O vs Raiders D "There is no calling card to the Bears offense."(48:40) Vikings O vs Giants D "Minnesota needs to find more ways to move when they're playing a good defense."(1:03:15) Texans O vs Falcons D "The Houston offense is getting into form."(1:10:20) Are you more encouraged by the Vikings offense or Texans offense?(1:16:40) Ravens O vs Steelers D "That Steelers defensive front is still special."(1:21:10) "The Ravens defense is slow."(1:27:30) Chargers O vs Broncos D "I'm shocked that the Chargers gave up on the run."(1:34:20) What's wrong with the Chargers?
10/9/2019 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 1 second
#75 - Week 5 Recap: So You Want To Be a Gruden, the Colts run over the Chiefs & what's wrong with the Cowboys?
Chris & Ahmed react to Jay Gruden's firing, touch on every game in Week 5 and dive deep into Colts-Chiefs & Packers-Cowboys. Ahmed has a pop quiz for Chris on a stunning Redskins stat, and Chris gets to sing for one of his QBs.(2:20) Redskins fire Jay Gruden(7:25) How much is Bruce Allen to blame?(11:30) Pop quiz: Who was the last Redskins All-Pro?(12:40) Patriots-Redskins "The best offenses in the NFL are running the football"(14:15) Bears-Raiders "I haven't seen the Bears front pushed around like that in a while"(20:35) Film Deep Dive #1: Chiefs O vs Colts D "The Chiefs just won't run the ball"(30:40) Colts O vs Chiefs D "Quenton Nelson is maybe the best O-lineman in football"(39:00) Falcons-Texans Chris sings Deshaun Watson's praises(41:55) Buccaneers-Saints & Jaguars-Panthers "You mean you don't need a franchise QB to win a game?"(47:25) Ravens-Steelers "Only 1 of Lamar's Jackson's INTs were his fault"(50:55) Film Deep Dive #2: Packers O vs Cowboys D "I worry about Dallas vs good quarterbacks"(58:30) Cowboys O vs Packers D "The Cowboys try too hard to put on a show"(1:04:45) Damn! Okay - A QB rebounds, a 2nd-year WR breaking out, and rookie coaches get their first wins
10/7/2019 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 6 seconds
#74 - Week 5 Picks: Saints & Eagles back on track, Rodgers vs Dak, and Colts return to Arrowhead
Simms & Florio do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Have the Eagles and Saints found their groove? Will the Cowboys or Packers rebound from their first loss? And can the Colts get revenge in a playoff rematch at Arrowhead?(3:55) TNF: Rams-Seahawks "The Rams offensive line is worse than we've seen in years"(7:15) Jaguars-Panthers: "Kyle Allen has never started a home game"(13:10) Cardinals-Bengals "It's not working for the Cardinals"(16:25) Falcons-Texans "The Falcons should be 0-4"(20:25) Buccaneers-Saints "I think the Saints are finding their groove with Teddy"(24:05) Vikings-Giants "If it's a close game, you should pick the Giants to win"(29:05) Bears-Raiders (in London) "Khalil Mack knows what it takes to break Derek Carr"(33:20) Jets-Eagles "The Eagles are getting into their groove"(36:50) Ravens-Steelers "I need to see this Steelers offense do it one more than once"(41:05) Bills-Titans "The Titans lose when they're favorites and win when they're underdogs"(44:35) Patriots-Redskins "This may be the dagger game for Jay Gruden"(46:30) Broncos-Chargers "This is the kind of game the Chargers have to win"(49:25) Cowboys-Packers "The Davante Adams injury has me concerned"(52:45) Colts-Chiefs "At some point, the Chiefs defense has to stop something"(55:55) Browns-49ers "I did something I've never done before when picking games"(1:00:00) Best Bets "Someone called me the Mayor of Crazyville for picking the Giants last week"
10/3/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 4 seconds
#73 - Film Deep Dive: Cowboys can't run on the Saints, Baker stops his craziness, & the Vikings sorry game of "I'm sorry"
We close the book on Week 4 with a Deep Dive Wednesday with your Twitter questions. Which D-line dominated more this week, the Saints or the Bears? And Big Phil breaks down Pats-Bills with some Bill Belichick insight.(1:35) Cowboys-Saints: "Nobody runs up the middle on the Saints"(10:50) Vikings-Bears: "Adam Thielen should be saying sorry to Kirk Cousins"(22:10) Was the Bears or Saints D-line more dominant this Sunday?(25:50) Browns-Ravens: "Baker stopped his craziness in the pocket"(32:05) "Earl Thomas has lost a step"(37:25) Big Phil joins for Patriots-Bills: "the best defensive backfield in the NFL"(49:30) Bill Belichick stories from Phil(1:04:10) "Josh Allen just needs to throw it underneath"(1:08:55) Raiders-Colts: "Without T.Y. Hilton, the Colts don't have a game-changer"(1:15:20) "Josh Jacobs is getting better every week"(1:17:45) Twitter Questions on Panthers-Texans "I come away underwhelmed by the Texans offense more often than not"
10/2/2019 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 10 seconds
#72 - Week 4 Headlines: Praising Jared Goff, Advice for Josh Allen & Defending Jay Gruden
We recap Week 4 and go deep on Bucs-Rams and Chiefs-Lions. Chris discovers one of the best games of Jared Goff's career and Ahmed suggests an all-lateral offense.(2:35) Bears without Mitchell Trubisky "no big deal"(5:10) Vikings-Bears: "Vic Who?" & Adam Thielen criticizes Vikes O(9:50) Cowboys-Saints: "I don't think the stats would have been much better if Drew Brees was in there"(15:30) Film Deep Dive #1: Bucs O vs Rams D "This is why Jameis was a #1 pick"(27:45) Rams O vs Bucs D "One of the best games I've ever seen Jared Goff play"(36:15) Browns-Ravens Cleveland returns to the run game(40:10) Patriots-Bills Holy Secondary! & "you gotta rein it in Josh Allen "(43:50) Vontaze Burfict suspended "it's not football, it's WWE"(49:10) Film Deep Dive #2: Chiefs O vs Lions D "I think Mahomes was a little off"(59:25) Chris breaks down 2 big plays on the Chiefs game-winning drive(1:01:15) Ahmed suggests an all-lateral offense(1:02:45) Lions O vs Chiefs D "Matthew Stafford looked awesome"(1:09:00) Redskins-Giants "The best thing for Dwayne Haskins is to keep Jay Gruden right there"(1:11:30) Seahawks-Cardinals "Seattle was pissed off and they were gonna make a point"(1:12:55) Panthers-Texans "Carolina's D is real"(1:17:00) Damn! Okay Praise for Leonard Fournette, a Chargers DB and Chris' old coach
9/30/2019 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 42 seconds
#71 - Week 4 Picks: Mahomes in a dome, Danny Dimes at home, and Best Bets
Simms & Florio do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Can the Lions pull off the upset in Patrick Mahomes' first NFL game in a dome? Will Danny Dimes drop an L on the Redskins? And as always, the guys give their 3 Best Bets of the week.(3:40) TNF: Eagles-Packers "Carson Wentz is the best QB the Packers have seen all year"(9:30) Panthers-Texans "This is a chance for Houston to pull away in the AFC South"(13:40) Browns-Ravens "I want to see how Freddie Kitchens handles adversity"(19:55) Chiefs-Lions "If the Lions pull this off, it would be a shot heard 'around the NFL world"(24:40) Chargers-Dolphins "I don't bet on bad teams"(28:45) Patriots-Bills "Every we think this is the year the Bills stick it to the Patriots"(36:00) Raiders-Colts "I think this Colts offense has gotten better every week"(39:55) Titans-Falcons "The Titans always play to their competition"(44:45) Redskins-Giants "I can't pick a team who stirs their Gatorade with a bag of plastic cups"(54:55) Seahawks-Cardinals "The Seahawks need to keep pace in the NFC West"(58:35) Buccaneers-Rams "There is something wrong with Todd Gurley"(1:03:05) Jaguars-Broncos "I don't think Jalen Ramsey will play Sunday"(1:07:50) Vikings-Bears "The Bears have never seen this version of Dalvin Cook"(1:15:10) SNF: Cowboys-Saints "We have not seen a Cowboys offense like this in a long time"(1:22:20) MNF: Bengals-Steelers "The Steelers are in denial about not being good"(1:26:55) Best Bets "Oh my gosh you are insane"
9/26/2019 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 27 seconds
#70 - Film Deep Dive: Inside the Browns failed 4th & 9, the juggernaut Cowboys, and there's a new Best RB in the NFL
It's a Deep Dive Wednesday, as Simms breaks down what really happened on the Browns failed 4th & 9, explains why the Cowboys are an absolute juggernaut right now, and plenty more reaction from Week 3.(2:40) Saints-Seahawks: How much did the NO offense change from Brees to Bridgewater?(10:00) Chris reveals an undrafted rookie on the Saints D to keep your eye on(17:30) Lions-Eagles: What was Philly's O missing without DJax and Alshon?(27:30) Matthew Stafford's offensive culture change(36:40) Big Phil declares a new best RB in the NFL(39:30) In praise of Daniel Jones(45:30) The time Big Phil cursed out Reggie White(1:00:00) Rams-Browns: What CLE is doing wrong with OBJ(1:12:00) Is Freddie Kitchens taking heat for Baker's mistakes?(1:16:30) How Sean McVay sees the big picture(1:24:20) Newsreels: "I can't believe this is the Cowboys"(1:30:35) Vikings are playing to the strength of their offense(1:34:00) Bears: "I don't feel any better about Mitchell Trubisky"(1:38:50) Panthers: Can Kyle Allen be the future?(1:42:25) 49ers have "the most diverse run game in football"(1:45:40) Make Me Feel Better About My Team: Titans, Falcons & Chargers
9/25/2019 • 1 hour, 48 minutes, 9 seconds
#69 - Week 3 Headlines: Daniel Jones era begins, more Mahomes magic, and out-Seattling Seattle in Seattle
Chris & Paul recap a big Week 3 for some QBs making their season debut. Can we poke any holes in Daniel Jones' 1st start? Is the Chiefs offense the best ever? And a little-known pass rusher is already on a record pace.(4:25) Give Me The Headline, Young QB Edition - How Daniel Jones opened up the Giants offense(6:25) Teddy Bridgewater: "New Orleans out-Seattled Seattle in Seattle"(8:50) Kyle Allen: "he capitalized on some things Cam Newton didn't"(12:30) Damn! Okay - Shaq Barrett "They're not missing JPP because of this guy right here"(23:20) Film Deep Dive #1 - BAL vs KC "The greatest downfield passing offense we've seen in the history of the NFL"(33:20) Debating John Harbaugh's aggressive decisions(47:20) "I thought the Ravens passed it too much"(52:15) Give Me The Headline - LAR vs CLE "The Browns have no identity"(56:30) DET vs PHI "They can't rush the passer and they can't cover people"(57:45) NYJ vs NE "They almost looked bored"(1:00:15) OAK vs MIN "Zimmer Ball!"(1:03:05) CIN vs BUF "The Bills are can't-miss football right now"(1:06:35) HOU vs LAC "Deshaun Watson is the reason the Texans won that game"(1:10:15) Film Deep Dive #2 - NYG vs TB "The offense is so much better with Daniel Jones"
9/23/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 4 seconds
#68 - Week 3 Picks: Pats & Cowboys with monster spreads, nobody believes in the Steelers, and Daniel Jones' advantage
Simms & Florio do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Should the Chiefs be 6-point favorites over the Ravens? Will the Patriots and Cowboys cover their monster spreads? And can the Browns take down the NFC Champs in primetime?(3:50) TNF: Titans-Jaguars "Bang the under"(5:45) Falcons-Colts "The Falcons have the stars, but the Colts are the better team"(9:15) Ravens-Chiefs "I was shocked to see minus-6"(13:10) Bengals-Bills "Why are you trying to make logic of my illogical brain?"(15:55) Broncos-Packers "I think this game is kind of ugly"(19:10) Lions-Eagles "The Eagles have given up some big plays, and that's scary to me"(22:30) Dolphins-Cowboys "Plus I sense that the Dolphins don't give a crap"(26:20) Jets-Patriots "I think I'm being charitable with the points I'm giving to the Jets"(29:50) Raiders-Vikings "If the Vikings are serious about being a contender, this is a game they must win"(34:45) Panthers-Cardinals "The Cardinals will either get Kyle Allen or a diminished Cam Newton"(38:15) Giants-Buccaneers "Daniel Jones has seen this defense"(42:45) Texans-Chargers "It's too much on Deshaun Watson"(46:15) Steelers-49ers "The Steelers are in a spot where nobody believes in them"(50:15) Saints-Seahawks "Sean Payton's going to come up with a few things the Seahawks haven't prepared for"(55:20) SNF: Rams-Browns "I think Freddie Kitchens will realize they need to run the ball"(1:00:35) MNF: Bears-Redskins "It's sucky-ducky Redskins secondary vs sucky-ducky Bears offense."
9/19/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 49 seconds
#67 - Film Deep Dive: How to fool Baker, Lamar Jackson the passer & Teddy vs Taysom; plus Phil Simms on the end of the Eli Era
It's another Deep Dive Wednesday as Simms gets into the Week 2 film with Paul Burmeister. Big Phil reacts to the end of the Eli Manning Era. Plus, Chris says which 0-2 teams he hasn't given up on yet.(2:35) Browns-Jets: How defenses are trying to fool Baker Mayfield(13:10) Saints-Rams: Jared Goff isn't aggressive, and that's ok(26:10) Teddy Bridgewater's performance and why Taysom Hill gives the Saints a better chance(32:00) Seahawks-Steelers: How Pittsburgh's offense had problems even before Big Ben's injury(35:40) Why the Seahawks defense needs Jalen Ramsey(44:00) Big Phil discusses the Giants benching Eli for Daniel Jones(1:02:15) Phil takes us back to when the Giants released him(1:10:00) 49ers-Bengals: The only question for the 49ers offense is Jimmy G(1:18:10) Cardinals-Ravens: "we're seeing Lamar Jackson grow right in front of us"(1:25:40) "Kyler Murray is a baller"(1:30:35) Chiefs-Raiders: the unheralded strength of the KC offense(1:38:10) "Make Me Feel Better About My Team" - Which two 0-2 teams may not be doomed yet?
9/18/2019 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 35 seconds
#66 - Ben & Brees are down & out, Week 2 Headlines, Packers & Eagles Film Deep Dive, and "Damn! Okay"
Simms & Paul Burmeister recap a chaotic and eventful Week 2 that saw a pair of Super Bowl winning QBs go down, a Hall of Famer struggle with a new system, and an offensive mastermind crack the code.(3:30) Big Ben is done for the year; are the Steelers done as well?(7:05) Drew Brees is out for a couple months; Simms thinks the answer at QB is on the roster, and his name isn't Teddy Bridgewater(11:50) Give Me The Headline, Part 1: the Bears are holding Mitchell Trubisky back, and why Dak is already an MVP candidate(21:00) "Damn! Okay": Kyle Shanahan found the Konami code for the Bengals defense, Josh Allen is just like Christopher Walken, and props to a group of Chiefs not named Patrick Mahomes(33:45) Vikings-Packers Film Deep Dive: analyzing the Rodgers-LaFleur sideline spat, how the Packers offense will eventually break through, and some very troubling signs from Kirk Cousins(51:40) Give Me The Headline, Part 2: the Dolphins are a college team, Lamar has us asking for LaMORE, the Jaguars play-calling is a disaster, and Jacoby Brissett comes through in the clutch(1:04:30) Eagles-Falcons Film Deep Dive: Jim Schwartz gets way too aggressive (again), Carson Wentz gets way too aggressive, and a fading star RB might be done(1:20:00) "I Checked The Rule Book" ... and tight ends aren't franchise left tackles
9/16/2019 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 36 seconds
#65 - Week 2 Picks: Saints out for revenge, Cowboys trap game & Jets without Darnold
In a joint Unbuttoned-PFTPM podcast, Simms & Florio pick all of the Week 2 games against the spread, including a couple big upsets. And as the Sam Darnold mono news breaks, they discuss what long-term impact it could have on the Jets.(3:00) TNF: Buccaneers-Panthers(6:00) Cardinals-Ravens(10:15) Bills-Giants(15:00) Cowboys-Redskins(18:30) Colts-Titans(22:30) Jaguars-Texans(26:55) Chargers-Lions(30:25) Vikings-Packers(35:55) Patriots-Dolphins(38:50) 49ers-Bengals(42:50) Seahawks-Steelers(49:45) Chiefs-Raiders(52:00) Bears-Broncos(55:40) Saints-Rams(58:45) SNF: Eagles-Falcons(1:05:45) MNF: Browns-Jets(1:11:05) Best Bets of Week 2(1:14:20) Sam Darnold's injury impact on Jets
9/12/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 9 seconds
#64 - Film Deep Dive: Dak's new motion, Pats suffocating secondary, & Dalvin Cook is back; plus, "Make Me Feel Better About My Team"
Simms takes a deep dive on the Week 1 film with Paul Burmeister and Big Phil. Plus, he talks some fan bases off the ledge to make them feel better after their 0-1 team.(4:15) Falcons-Vikings: How Dalvin Cook is back, but Devonta Freeman is not(13:50) Redskins-Eagles: What makes Carson Wentz's deep ball so special?(22:00) Big Phil Simms joins: are the Steelers missing Le'Veon Bell & Antonio Brown?(25:30) Bills-Jets: How Sean McDermott's defense shook Sam Darnold down to his footwork(30:00) Steelers-Patriots: How New England's secondary suffocates QBs; What Pittsburgh's offense needs to change(35:00) Only a few minutes in, and the Jaguars are losing their cool(42:50) Have the Steelers ever played the Patriots before? Because it sure didn't seem like it(49:10) Giants-Cowboys: Kellen Moore's immediate effect on the offense; Dak's new throwing motion(59:50) Ravens-Dolphins: Was the blowout more about Baltimore’s great O or Miami's bad D?(1:09:10) Bengals-Seahawks: Zac Taylor's familiarity with "Seattle-beaters"(1:17:20) Thanks to loyal listener & homie @adefaje, we have a new segment for all the bummed out fan bases - "Make Me Feel Better About My Team" - for the Bears, Buccaneers, Jets, Broncos, Falcons, Jaguars & Browns
9/11/2019 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 4 seconds
#63 - Week 1 Headlines, Browns & Chiefs Film Deep Dive, "Damn! Okay", and R.I.P. to the Seattle Cover 3
Simms & Ahmed Fareed break down all the Week 1 headlines, take a deep dive on the 2 biggest games of the weekend, and take a pop quiz to recap the opening Sunday in the NFL.(5:05) Give Me The Headline, Part 1: The Pats are a well-oiled machine and everyone else is in big trouble; the Cowboys feel like they have a different aura; the Panthers blow a big change; and Todd Gurley is still special.(18:50) "Damn! Okay": Shout-outs to Kyler Murray, Dalvin Cook, and John Ross. All 3 entered with question marks, and all 3 made say "Dayyyum! okay."(30:30) Titans-Browns Film Deep Dive: Baker's no-good-very-bad-day, don't forget about Nick Chubb, and Cleveland's O-line gets a C-, and momentum is HUGE!(46:25) Give Me The Headline, Part 2: DeSean Jackson's speed and Doug Pederson's cojones rule the day; why the Jets lost the game in the 1st half; Jameis Winston & Jimmy G played a game of "who can screw it up more?"; and Melvin Gordon might have reason to come back.(1:02:20) Chiefs-Jaguars Film Deep Dive: Patrick Mahomes put on a display, Andy Reid put on a friggin clinic, R.I.P. to the Seattle Cover 3 scheme, Gardner Minshew (!) looks pretty damn good, and why the Chiefs defense looks so different.(1:17:50) Simms checked the rule book, and the Dolphins are allowed to play a safety in the middle of the field(1:22:45) Pop Quiz hot shot- does Simms know who was the fastest ball-carrier, who threw the longest completion through the air, and which team faced an 8-man box more than anyone else?
9/9/2019 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 55 seconds
#62 - Week 1 Picks: Big test for Mahomes, what we expect from Kyler, and and what's gonna happen with AB?
It's a joint Unbuttoned-PFTPM with Simms & Florio as they recap the season opener and pick all of the Week 1 games against the spread.(2:00) Packers-Bears: Despite the win, do Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay offense have even more questions than they did before? And do the Bears have a Mitchell Trubisky issue on their hands?(10:30) Falcons-Vikings(14:00) Ravens-Dolphins(16:45) Bills-Jets(18:30) Chiefs-Jaguars(22:30) Rams-Panthers(27:15) Titans-Browns(30:30) Redskins-Eagles(38:15) Bengals-Seahawks(41:35) Colts-Chargers(45:20) Lions-Cardinals(48:20) Giants-Cowboys(51:45) 49ers-Bucs(57:55) Steelers-Patriots(1:05:20) Texans-Saints(1:09:25) Broncos-Raiders & Antonio Brown drama
9/6/2019 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 15 seconds
#61 - The 2019 NFL Season Answer Key, Packers-Bears preview, and Clowney trade reaction
The 2019 season is only a couple days away, and Chris Simms has the answer key. He gives his playoff & awards predictions with Ahmed Fareed in this mega season preview pod.(3:30) The Cowboys have signed one of their stars to a long-term extension, but it isn't Zeke Elliott ... yet(7:50) What's the impact of Jadeveon Clowney heading to Seattle and the Texans giving up two 1st round picks for Laremy Tunsil?(17:45) AFC Playoff Predictions: Which division will get 3 teams in? And will the Pats or Chiefs grab the #1 seed?(39:45) NFC Playoff Predictions: Simms picks a shocker to miss the playoffs altogether, and a return to power for a team coming off a bad year.(1:01:30) Playoff Bracket Predictions: Some big upsets, a top seed goes down at home in the Divisional, and one long-suffering team needs to wait another year for a playoff win.(1:11:10) Award Predictions: no surprise for MVP, but a breakout DPOY candidate(1:15:00) The Packers and Bears open up the season on Thursday night. Simms tells you what to watch for with the new-look Green Bay offense.
9/3/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 39 seconds
#60 - NFC Over/Unders, Clowney's future, and College Football QB Preview
Birthday Boy Chris Simms and Liam McHugh plow through NFC win totals, predict where Jadeveon Clowney will wind up, and take a look at some of the top QBs to watch this college football season.(0:20) Turning 39 is ... something(6:25) Things have gotten bad between the Texans and Jadeveon Clowney. Simms explains why he ultimately thinks that the edge rusher will wind up with an NFC contender.(14:25) Jimmy G is in full CYA mode after a rocky preseason(18:45) We put Jon Gruden through the Simms BS translator to decipher what he really means behind his plea to take more deep shots(21:45) Jalen Ramsey is already talking about shadowing Tyreek Hill in Week 1 and we can't wait(33:00) NFC East over/unders: why the Cowboys are a fringe playoff team(39:00) NFC North over/unders: why the division favorites have an overrated offense(48:50) NFC South over/unders: why a trendy sleeper team has shown some bad signs(57:05) NFC West over/unders: why you should bet the under on most of the division(1:08:30) Don't forget how close Notre Dame was to Clemson during the 1st half last year, and the one stud player who will blow your mind(1:14:50) Are the Longhorns ready to return to a national power?(1:17:40) Simms breaks down Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, and Jake Fromm, and the best NFL QB prospect might surprise you(1:23:10) We assume Alabama & Clemson will be in the mix. And take Georgia out of the convo as well. What team are we getting behind to make a run at the playoff?
8/30/2019 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 21 seconds
#59 - AFC Over/Unders, Film Review on Kyler, Baker & Jimmy G; plus what we'll miss most about Andrew Luck
Simms & Paul Burmeister discuss the shocking Andrew Luck retirement, break down some film on QB play from Preseason Week 3, and rip through the AFC win totals.(2:35) Why it really sucks that Luck retired, and why we like him even more now(13:20) The biggest thing the Colts will miss, and it's not what you think it is(18:10) Jimmy G film: the performance was much improved, but something with the mechanics is still really messed up(22:10) Kyler Murray film: a lot better than last week, but he's in an offense that's so vanilla, it's translucent(26:40) Kirk Cousins film: it wasn't pretty, and why their passing offense could struggle(29:20) Baker Mayfield film: might've been one of his worst performances, but why there's no reason to worry(32:10) The Legend of Swamp Ass is real(33:50) Jameis Winston film: not good, but why it wasn't his fault(36:05) Big Ben film: look out for the Steelers(37:10) Matthew Stafford film: he looked tight, and his play-caller has hopefully self-scouted thyself(40:00) Nick Foles film: why the Jags are salivating(41:35) Film speed round: who jumped out, who did Simms expect more from, and the team that was sneaky dominant(46:32) AFC East Over/Unders: the guys are at odds over a potential Wild Card candidate(50:10) AFC North Over/Unders: this division includes the best bet on the board(53:55) AFC South Over/Unders: a playoff team from last year is in big trouble, and it might not be who you think(57:20) AFC West Over/Unders: why the Chiefs won't match last year's output
8/27/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 42 seconds
#58 - B-Side storylines to pay attention to, Backup QB concerns, Fantasy Draft do’s and don’ts
Chris & Paul break down the B-Side storylines to watch in 2019. The Big F’er has some backup QB concerns. Rotoworld’s Josh Norris tells us who to avoid in upcoming fantasy draft while Chris shares the guy he’s most excited about.(4:45) Simms’ pregame jams(6:34) The Patriots secondary should be getting as much love as the offense(14:56) Will the Cowboys offense be creative enough to win games?(20:36) Jimmy Garoppolo isn’t the 49ers biggest concern(27:14) Question mark in Cleveland? Offensive line(29:24) Packers “could be Top 5 defense in football”(40:51) Phil Simms has a little more hope in Josh Dobbs than before(54:00) Cam Newton has his best supporting cast yet(59:39) Fantasy: Josh Norris more confident in Nick Chubb than Le’Veon Bell(1:04:25) Fantasy: Will Zach Ertz & Jarvis Landry see the ball enough?
8/22/2019 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 37 seconds
#57 - Baker Mayfield on Daniel Jones, Jimmy G Film Review, & More Preseason Underreactions
There's a lot of Week 2 Preseason action for Chris & Ahmed Fareed to break down. Off the field, what to make of Baker Mayfield's comments on Daniel Jones? On the field, what does Chris' Film Review say about Jimmy Garoppolo and Kyler Murray, and is everyone underreacting to Taysom Hill?(0:50) Ahmed has seen at least a dozen movies, and he names his Top 5 all-time(5:00) Should Ezekiel Elliott be offended by Jerry Jones' "Zeke who?" joke?(12:45) The latest episode in the never-ending Antonio Brown saga(19:00) Giving context to Baker Mayfield's comments on Daniel Jones(25:45) Odell Beckham Jr. is still sour towards the Giants(31:35) Jimmy Garoppolo film: concerns beyond his 0.0 passer rating(39:05) Kyler Murray film: "he was still throwing piss missiles all over the field"(43:00) Daniel Jones film: "some of the down-the-field throws I've been the most impressed with"(48:15) Jarrett Stidham film: "his arm is big time"(51:00) Ryan Finley film: "his accuracy is off the charts"(54:25) Film Review Speed Round: Josh Rosen, Dwayne Haskins, and more(1:04:15) Preseason Underreactions: don't worry about the Falcons O-line(1:06:25) Taysom Hill: "fits the Saints offense better than Teddy Bridgewater"
8/20/2019 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 48 seconds
#56 - Top 5 Diva WRs, Yelling Practice with Jon Gruden, Best Games of 2019, and Josh Allen is the GOAT (of wearing shorts)
It's an #AskMeAnything with Chris and Ahmed, with an appearance from Big Phil. We dive into how Jon Gruden made Chris practice yelling, what the Colts chances are without Luck, and who are the Top 5 WR Divas of all-time. -(6:20) Chris investigates the deeper strategy behind the Patriots joint practices-(11:40) Phil Simms storytime: Parcells on being friends with teammates-(16:05) Yelling lessons from Jon Gruden-(24:35) Top 5 WR Corps in the NFL-(34:25) The 2019 Game of the Year?-(39:10) The Colts chances without Andrew Luck-(44:05) Top 5 WR Divas of all-time-(54:30) How much to trade for Trent Williams?-(57:15) What would make Chris give up football?-(1:01:45) Ahmed has a Wayne Fontes bet-(1:11:00) The hardest position to scout
8/14/2019 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 36 seconds
#55 - Antonio Brown Saga Power Ranks, Rookie QB Film Review, & Preseason Under-reaction
Simms is back in studio after a week on the road. He and Ahmed Fareed analyze the bizarre Antonio Brown situation, and break down all the rookie film from Week 1 of the preseason:(3:03) How did Simms find out about AB's cryotherapy treatment gone wrong?(12:20) Jon Gruden is famous for enabling stars, but might be well-equipped to handle this situation(19:10) Why we'll see AB on the field Week 1(20:30) Power ranking the crazy nuggets from the whole AB saga(28:00) Kyler Murray film: why he looked so special(31:50) Daniel Jones film: why he might've had the most impressive performance of the weekend(38:00) Dwayne Haskins film: why movement was the biggest takeaway(41:55) Drew Lock film: why this week was much better than last(44:10) Jarrett Stidham film: why the Pats might've found their Brady replacement(48:05) Josh Rosen film: why he has room to improve(52:10) Rapid fire film review on Quinnen Williams, Ed Oliver, Clelin Ferrell, Josh Allen, Brian Burns, Devin White, Devin Bush, Rashan Gary, N'Keal Harry, Deebo Samuel, Mecole Hardman, David Montgomery(1:06:10) Preseason is filled with overreactions, but are we UNDER-reacting to certain things?
8/12/2019 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 53 seconds
#54 - OBJ, Big Ben, & Rodney Harrison
A week on the road concludes with some serious star power, as Simms spends 1-on-1 time with Odell Beckham Jr, Ben Roethlisberger, and Rodney Harrison.-(0:00) Behind the scenes at a commercial shoot, Rodney Harrison spends a couple minutes to discuss his induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame, and why more of his teammates should be in Canton.-(3:45) Odell Beckham Jr discusses developing chemistry with Baker Mayfield, chasing Jerry Rice's records and multiple Super Bowls, and his "other" best catches-(17:40) Ben Roethlisberger explains why he doesn't pay much attention to his mechanics, filling the Antonio Brown void, making risky throws, and why he wears #7
8/9/2019 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
#53 - Training Camp Extravaganza on the road with Peter King
Simms hits the road and meets up with Peter King to discuss all the teams he's visited on his training camp tour.(13:30) Browns: why Freddie Kitchens is made for the job in Cleveland(20:45) Broncos: how Vic Fangio is determined to make Von Miller a more complete player(22:30) Vegas: touring the new Raiders stadium(24:50) Jets: pumping the brakes on Le'Veon Bell and the Jets offense(26:30) Ravens: why Lamar Jackson will be running much less than last year(29:05) Eagles: Carson Wentz looks much healthier now than he did in 2018(33:05) Panthers: how Christian McCaffrey is like Jerry Rice(37:05) Falcons: the strange aspect of the Falcons offense(39:40) Bucs: Bruce Arians' secret message to Jameis Winston(44:30) Dolphins: the big mistake that Miami might be making(47:40) Jaguars: the good problem facing Jacksonville(53:05) Saints: it's all about the defense in New Orleans(59:55) Colts: even though Captain Andrew Luck has a calf strain, Indy could be headed for big things(1:05:05) Packers & Texans: JJ Watt chasing Aaron Rodgers, Guns n Roses, and breaking bicycles in Green Bay.
8/7/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 1 second
#52 - Baker's leadership, concern for Luck, & Fantasy draft advice with Rotoworld
August is all about fantasy football, and Chris and Paulie B. have Rotoworld expert Josh Norris on set to deal out draft advice. Who are this year's Patrick Mahomes & Alvin Kamara? But first, we dive into some reality...should the Cowboys prioritize Dak's contract over Zeke's? And what do we think of Baker Mayfield yelling at his receivers?-(4:30) Chris gives inside info on the Trent Williams trade rumors-(7:20) Which contract should the Cowboys prioritize: Dak Prescott or Ezekiell Elliott?-(15:50) Storytime: when holdouts get ugly-(21:35) Breaking down Baker Mayfield's leadership style-(26:00) The best leader Simms ever played with-(30:05) Is Andrew Luck's latest injury cause for concern?-(44:10) Chris gripes about fantasy football-(46:45) Is Kyler Murray a Top 10 fantasy QB?-(52:05) Is Lamar Jackson a steal at QB15?-(58:50) Should you draft Saquon Barkley or Ezekiel Elliott 1st overall?-(1:05:40) Which mid-tier RB should you "buy buy buy buy buy!"-(1:07:40) Why Antonio Brown isn't a Top 5 WR-(1:14:45) Two mid-tier TE who could explode in great offenses-(1:19:45) Players you shouldn't draft
8/1/2019 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 55 seconds
#51 - Stay away Zeke & Delusional Predictions
We're baaaaack! Chris and Liam return to the set to tackle training camp holdouts, Dak vs Goff, & delusional player predictions. Plus, Big Phil explains why he's down on Brown but wacko for Flacco.-(3:30) Why Ezekiel Elliott will win his holdout...-(7:45) ...and why Melvin Gordon won't win his-(17:55) Big Phil on the "next superstar pass rusher"-(29:05) Why are we talking about Dak Prescott more than Jared Goff?-(38:00) Being bearish on Antonio Brown in Oakland-(43:20) Could Joe Flacco silence the haters?-(53:20) Why should Ryan Fitzpatrick start over Josh Rosen?-(57:25) Delusional Predictions: Could Lamar Jackson lead the NFL in carries?-(1:04:00) Could OBJ catch Jerry Rice?-(1:09:20) Could Le'Veon Bell get 500 touches?
7/30/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 21 seconds
#50 - Tony Romo on predicting plays and his Cowboys legacy; plus Jerry Rice & Joe Theismann
Simms chats with 3 NFL legends:(2:12) Tony Romo on his TV game preparation and how he's able to predict plays, his Cowboys legacy, the game that put him on the map, and a nutty story involving Larry Allen's Lamborghini(18:10) Jerry Rice talks about being the original GOAT, why his uniform always had to be spotless, the 49ers rivalry with the Giants, and why he was envious of Deion Sanders' boxer shorts(28:00) Simms tells Joe Theismann why the infamous broken leg earned him a lot of friends. The Redskins great also discusses the current Washington QB situation, and tells the story about why Notre Dame wanted him to change the pronunciation of his last name
7/25/2019 • 41 minutes, 53 seconds
#49 - Chiefs TE Travis Kelce on his Patrick Mahomes love, Best TE status, and his wild summer; plus Rams safety Eric Weddle
Simms chats with Travis Kelce about the brilliance and jaw-dropping ability of Patrick Mahomes, the new TE hierarchy with Gronk retired, ranking experiences in the Summer of Kelce, and why he believes in aliens and 'friendly' ghosts (2:15); Rams safety Eric Weddle reminisces about the role he played in the turning point of Simms career, going nuts on ice cream in the offseason, and his new fit with the Rams (18:20).
7/23/2019 • 27 minutes, 44 seconds
#48 - Steph Curry, Charles Barkley, & David Wells
Simms walks the course with Steph Curry, Charley Barkley, & David Wells for some rollicking conversations about the state of the NBA, dealing with teammates defections in free agency, and wild locker room stories.-Steph Curry on Kevin Durant's free agency decision, why the Warriors can be loved again, when he knew he was a great shooter, and the best teammate prank (2:10)-Charles Barkley on the best lesson he learned about dealing with criticism, his popularity now vs the Dream Team era, the favorites in NBA after free agency, why all the player movement could be a bad thing, and changes he'd make to football if he were commissioner for a day (16:25)-David Wells riffs on his old Yankee teams of the late 90s, partying in New York City with Simms, and why he flipped from being a Chargers fan to rooting for the Redskins (27:50)
7/18/2019 • 36 minutes, 36 seconds
#47 - Aaron Rodgers
At long last, Simms goes 1-on-1 with Packers QB Aaron Rodgers for a candid and revealing conversation, and finally gets to serenade #12 with "Ohhh Aaron Rodgers".-Rodgers thoughts on Patrick Mahomes (1:50)-How Kobe Bryant, Joe Montana, and Michael Jordan had an impact on his game (3:00)-The evolution of his throwing motion, why his mechanics are all self-taught, the misnomer that he's ever throwing off-balance, and what he learned from watching Brett Favre (5:00)-Which defensive player used to drive him nuts, and which current d-lineman is unlike anything we've ever seen (10:00)-His excitement for Year 1 with new head coach Matt LaFleur, the freedom to call audibles at the line, and the revamped Packers D (12:00)-Why the new pass interference replay review could ultimately benefit the defense (16:00-Drinking scotch, chugging beer, guilty pleasures, and binge-worthy shows (17:15)-Simms serenades #12 with "Ohhh Aaron Rodgers" (19:20)
7/16/2019 • 24 minutes, 3 seconds
#46 - Sean Payton, Doug Pederson & Kyle Rudolph
Chris is hanging out with celebs in Lake Tahoe at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship and asks a few NFL'ers for "Anonymous Locker Room Stories."-Saints coach Sean Payton on trolling Ohio State in team meetings (0:45)-Eagles coach Doug Pederson tells his best Brett Favre stories (5:40)-Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph names his NFL Space Jam team (11:20)
7/11/2019 • 21 minutes, 18 seconds
#45 - AMA: Fork vs Spoon & Dream Coaching Staff
It's an all-bets-are-off edition of Ask Me Anything, as questions from MikeLikesDirt & alter-ego ChrisDimms take Chris and Ahmed everywhere from favorite Austin bars to a podcast partner royal rumble.-How to stop Patrick Mahomes (4:04)-Chris names his dream coaching staff (15:17)-"The best BBQ I've ever had in my life" (23:10)-Biggest Hall of Fame snubs (30:38)-Chris reminisces about the favorite game he ever played in (37:13)-Florio vs Lefkoe and a battle royale of Chris' podcast partners (42:30)-The time young Simms pranked Jeff Hostetler (45:13)-Most bad-ass NFL stadiums (54:47)-How to grip a football (59:10)-Fork or spoon for the rest of your life? (1:05:28)-How many 12-year-olds could Chris beat up? (1:08:55)
7/2/2019 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 47 seconds
#44 - Top 40 QB Countdown Concludes: Rodgers vs Mahomes
It's the final countdown...With just Patrick Mahomes & Aaron Rodgers left, who takes the top spot in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown? Then, Chris and Paul tie a bow on the full list. -After 50 TDs last year, how can Patrick Mahomes get to 60? (8:10)-What makes the Andy Reid offense different? (16:10)-Why will Aaron Rodgers have a bounceback season? (22:49)-How Chris almost swapped his Top 2 (36:35)-Chris' biggest QB Countdown regret (39:00)-Which two QBs does Chris hope he's wrong about? (41:40)-Simms and Florio sing the classics (49:11)
6/27/2019 • 51 minutes, 43 seconds
#43 - Everybody Hates Chris & Lending Cash to LT
Simms ranked Tom Brady #9 in his QB Countdown, and the internet was not happy. Chris responds to the haters, Ahmed and him reveal four more QBs in the countdown, and Big Phil stops in to tell stories about wads of cash and facing the '85 Bears.-Chris reads mean tweets (3:55)-Answering fan questions on Brees & Brady's ranks (10:05)-#6 on the Phil Simms, I mean Chris Simms QB Countdown (19:31)-This year's QB #5 could be next year's QB #1 (30:59)-Phil Simms tells stories about lending cash to Lawrence Taylor (41:38)-'85 Bears and the greatest teams Big Phil ever faced (53:40)-Which QB #11 from last year jumped to #4 in this year's Countdown? (1:11:45)-When you're QB #3, you can afford a meme guy (1:20:45)
6/25/2019 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 31 seconds
#42 - Brees & Brady Ranks Make The Internet Mad
Simms ranks Drew Brees at #10 & Tom Brady at #9. Not surprisingly, people have their takes. Also on the pod: Reaction to the toughest QBs from last week (2:50); Brees is the man but the end of last year saw a dip in his play (18:55); Tom Brady is awesome and one of the greatest ever. But this isn't an all-time list. And not every QB is lucky enough to have Bill Belichick (25:55); Simms responds to Kurt Warner's challenge (35:45); Cam Newton checks in at #8, and we run through his best fashion choices (38:00); Is this the year Matty Ice finally breaks through with a title? (43:20); time to self-evaluate thyself and admit a rankings mistake (57:30).Watch this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4HaisytclU
As we round out the teens of the Simms' Top 40 QB Countdown, Chris and Ahmed discuss a QB who is held back by his offense and a where they'd put their money on an MVP bet. Plus, Big Phil joins to talk QB question marks and what to make of the latest Aaron Rodgers "drama."Watch this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfK2l2-HWHg-How could we forget Smokin' Jay Cutler? (2:32)-Why did QB #14 fall from Top 5 last year? (8:16)-How QB #13 is overcoming his "kindergarten-ish" offense (18:00)-Big Phil on the benefits of playing sick (30:40)-Aaron Rodgers "vs" Matt LaFleur (35:10)-Has the NFL has caught up to the Rams offense (40:55)?-Lamar Jackson question marks (50:30)-Can Jameis Winston can succeed with Bruce Arians? (54:16)-Dark horse MVP bets (1:00:20)-Is Philip Rivers a Hall of Famer? (1:06:35)-QB #11 is a "more talented Andrew Luck" (1:17:26)
6/18/2019 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 16 seconds
#40 - Best All-Time Rookie QB Seasons, "Big Willie Grand" & Top 40 QB Countdown (#18-15)
The next four QBs in the Top 40 Countdown take Chris and Paul to a land of risque nicknames and dopplegangers.Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTta0WYSxWI-Are tampering charges the start of Nick Caserio leaving the Patriots for the Texans? (3:41)-With Daniel Jones and Eli Manning now in an open competition, what has Chris heard from inside the Giants facility? (8:58)-After hearing from Rams fans, Simms defends why he has Jared Goff as the 19th-best QB in the league (16:45)-What changed about Derek Carr's game in the last 2 seasons? (26:00)-What's stopping Chris from naming Baker Mayfield a Top 10 QB? (34:30)-Chris gives his Top 5 Rookie QB Seasons of all-time (39:45)-Paul introduces his alias, "Big Willie Grand" (45:16)-We go through a slideshow of lookalikes for QB #16 (46:42)-Chris debunks the myth of Primetime Kirk Cousins (55:15)-Is Chris more optimistic about the Vikings or Jaguars this season? (1:03:52)
6/13/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 9 seconds
#39 - Top 5 Scrambling QBs, Big Phil on Cam's throwing motion, & Top 40 QB Countdown (#22-19)
It's a jam-packed episode of Chris Simms Unbuttoned. Chris reveals his Top 5 Scrambling QBs, then Big Phil explains if Cam Newton can really change his throwing motion. Finally, Ahmed and Chris reveal the next 4 passers in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown and look back at when smoking was cool in the NFL.-After the Raptors timeout heard 'round the world: is momentum real in football? (2:20)-Chris responds to tweets and gives his Top 5 Scrambling QBs in the NFL (7:47)-Phil Simms on Cam Newton's mechanics & the NFL's all-time scramblers (20:03)-Sam Darnold, Dick Hammer, and smoking on the sideline (46:50)-QB #21 is an "under the radar MVP" bet this season (53:32)-Does Mitchell Trubisky get too much hate? (1:02:52)-Does Jared Goff get too much love? (1:08:45)
6/11/2019 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 43 seconds
#38 - Top 3 Arms in the NFL and Top 40 QB Countdown continues (#27-23)
It’s all starting QBs from here on out for the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown. Chris and Paul reveal five more names, including a Super Bowl MVP, two veterans in a prove-it year with new head coaches, and two young passers who might soon be “pillow-worthy” for Chris’ couch.-Paul recaps his exclusive (!) interview with Bill Belichick (1:04)-What made Jameis Winston “one of the hardest QBs to rank” for Chris? (9:48)-What separates Andy Dalton from Jared Goff? (18:04)-After some bad seasons, what is still #elite about Joe Flacco? (26:05)-What part of Kyler Murray's game is already at Rodgers-Mahomes level? (34:59)-How high did Chris put man crush Josh Allen? 44:04)-What are the Top 3 strongest arms in the NFL? (54:27)
6/6/2019 • 59 minutes, 30 seconds
#37 - Top 40 QB Countdown (#32-28), done with Eli excuses, and Big Phil wants an 18-game schedule
The Simms Top 40 QB Countdown keeps rolling with 5 more passers revealed, right after Chris gets some eggs cracked on his head (1:20). Then the latest NFL news: How does Gerald McCoy fit into the Panthers defense (5:14)? Is Todd Gurley headed down the same path as Calvin Johnson (9:17)? Then reacting to your Twitter questions, Chris breaks down the Ryan Fitzpatrick Cycle (13:08). Speaking of Fitz, why will he and Josh Rosen be memorizing words like "topper" and gotti" this offseason (18:20)? Then, the highest backup QB on the countdown lands at #31 (25:08). It took a while, but Chris finally has had it with the excuses for Eli Manning (29:10). Ahmed puts Simms through a round of "Is he younger than Lamar Jackson?" (32:04) Marcus Mariota enters the countdown (40:14), and Big Phil Simms joins to give his thoughts on the Titans QB (46:31). And while plenty of fans are against the NFL expanding to an 18-game schedule, Phil explains why he would embrace it (50:05). Finally, we cap the episode with the last QB of the day, who will have to hold off a first-round rookie this summer (1:11:35).
6/4/2019 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 3 seconds
#36 - Bills QB Josh Allen
Simms spends some time with Bills QB Josh Allen to talk about the nuances of being a QB (2:50); concerns about his accuracy in college (6:10); his dust-up with Jalen Ramsey (19;15); LeSean McCoy spoiling The Avengers (33:15); a game of Josh Allen or Josh Allen with Josh Allen (37:41); and his reaction to Patrick Mahomes saying he could throw 100 yds (42:00).
6/2/2019 • 48 minutes, 57 seconds
#35 - Top 40 QB Countdown (#36-33), RG3 coming for LJax, & Eli's Hall of Fame candidacy
The Simms Top 40 QB Countdown continues with QBs 36-33, which include a former Rookie of the Year, an embattled former Super Bowl MVP and two passers on new teams this season. First, Chris and Paul play detective on where the reports of the Jets drama are really coming from (4:08). Then back to the QB countdown talk...could Robert Griffin III give the Ravens a better chance to win this season than Lamar Jackson (13:00)? Ryan Fitzpatrick looked an All-Pro for the Bucs last September, but does he have a chance of starting in Miami this season (22:39)? The guys express some Daniel Jones fatigue and debate Eli Manning's Hall of Fame candidacy (29:30). What would Marino or Elway's stats look like if they played in today's game? (37:40) Finally, they rank the AFC South, a loaded division any way you slice it (50:20).
5/30/2019 • 56 minutes, 7 seconds
#34 - Simms Top 40 QB Countdown begins & Big Phil on Bart Starr
Homies and haters get ready, the day is here. Chris and Ahmed kick off the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown with numbers 40 to 37. Did former #70 QB Blake Bortles make the cut (6:12)? Then the first four includes a 2018 starter turned 2019 backup (7:33), two Redskins QBs (14:09 & 20:55), and a rookie who Simms thought was the second-best in this year's draft (28:15). Then after a vacation of dodging the sun in Barbados, Big Phil Simms makes his triumphant return to the podcast to talk about Bart Starr's legacy (37:05) and tell a story about losing to one of his idols (47:01).
5/28/2019 • 59 minutes, 56 seconds
#33 - AMA: Throwing with POTUS, Ricky Williams' HOF case, and "I had to go number two"
We dive back into your questions today with another Ask Me Anything. Chris and Liam both describe the times they've been starstruck, including the most nervous game of catch of Simms' life (4:33). Fresh off his trip to Buffalo, Chris explains how Josh Allen is improving his accuracy (10:57). Where is the best landing spot for Gerald McCoy (15:45)? Could Ricky Williams have been a Hall of Famer (18:37)? What does Chris think about the NFL's changing attitude towards marijuana (21:11) and the Oklahoma drill (27:13)? Is Derek Carr overconfident or overcompensating (29:53)? Other than JuJu Smith-Schuster, what young receivers need to step up this season (39:23)? Which of Simms' teammates had the worst excuses for being late to meetings (44:08)? What is the bar for Freddie Kitchens and the Browns this season (49:30)? And who are the best pests in the NFL (55:39)?
5/23/2019 • 1 hour, 9 seconds
#32 - No Spleen Zone: Gerald McCoy vs Ndamukong Suh, Big Ben vs Antonio Brown, & Eli Manning vs Daniel Jones
For the first time ever, we venture into the No Spleen Zone, where Chris & Ahmed call BS on some of the NFL's biggest storylines. But first they get into some of the latest news. After getting cut by the Buccaneers, where does Gerald McCoy land next (7:39)? Is McCoy a better free agent than Ndamukong Suh (11:53)? What do we make of Ezekiel Elliott being handcuffed at a concert (16:05)? Should Peyton Manning want to be the Jets GM (21:13)? Chris dials up his BS meter on narratives like: Adam Gase made a power play in New YorK (25:00), a PED suspension doesn't hurt Patrick Peterson's character (31:00), Big Ben is "sorry" for calling out Antonio Brown last season (39:45), and Daniel Jones could start over Eli Manning in Week 1 (48:06).
5/21/2019 • 58 minutes, 29 seconds
#31 - Jets fire Mike Maccagnan, Top 5 Belichick Defense Performances, & The Myth of QB Mentoring
Many are laughing at the Jets for firing GM Mike Maccagnan after a big offseason, but Chris and Paul explain why the reasoning and timing of the move makes sense (4:01). With reports that Bill Belichick will take defensive coordinator duties for this season, Chris looks back on his time in New England to explain what makes the Patriots coaching staff different from all other teams (18:20). Then he gives his Top 5 Belichick Defense Performances of all-time (29:55). Finally, Simms and Paul defend Joe Flacco's comments on Drew Lock and debunk the myth of QB mentoring (42:07).
5/16/2019 • 55 minutes, 39 seconds
#30 - Top 10 CBs, Rookie QB Competitions & Aaron Rodgers on Game of Thrones
It's a joint episode of Unbuttoned & PFT PM with Mike Florio in-house. Chris explains why the start of rookie minicamps are the most nervous day for NFL GMs (3:26). How will the QB competitions shake out for Kyler Murray (9:45), Dwayne Haskins (12:25), and Drew Lock (17:58)? Chris tells stories about rising and falling up Jon Gruden's depth chart (20:12). Florio and Simms wonder how Quinnen Williams being starstruck (22:02) or Devin Bush being vocal (29:31) will go over in the locker room. CB Xavien Howard has a big new contract from the Dolphins; Mike debunks why it's not the record deal everyone is reporting (34:04) and Chris reveals where Howard ranks in his Top 10 CBs (41:16). Finally, the guys give some parting thoughts on Aaron Rodgers' Game of Thrones cameo (51:19) and who ruined basketball for Chris (55:06).
5/13/2019 • 1 hour, 43 seconds
#29 - What Makes Me Cry, The Top 5 Route Runners & Phil Simms on Reggie White
Ahmed is back to talk football (and cricket?) with Chris. We react to the news and timing of Ziggy Ansah signing with the Seahawks (3:28). Simms reveals the sporting event (and movie) that makes him cry every time (6:18). Then the fans take control, as we dive into another Ask Me Anything mailbag. Why is Chris down on Jared Goff and the Rams (9:39)? Who are the Top 5 route runners in the NFL (17:14)? After Simms brags that he's never uncomfortable, a question makes him uncomfortable (21:31). Then Big Phil joins us to talk about the dumbest great QB of all-time (27:26), the two sophomore QBs poised to take a big step forward (34:40), and what the perfect pass rusher looks like (47:52).
5/9/2019 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 46 seconds
#28 - What Chaps My @ss and Defending Mitch Trubisky
Draft news has died down, so Chris and Paul take the opportunity to analyze (and rant about) the latest NFL news. What is the best landing spot for the remaining big name free agents like Ndamukong Suh & Ziggy Ansah? (2:39) Chris gets to vent in a new segment called What Chaps My @ss: Did a team really ask Daniel Jones to work out at tight end? (14:56) And why should fans back off players who don't work out with their teams? (18:58) We found a list of the NFL's most optimistic fan bases, and Simms names the two teams he is most excited about (32:22). And after battling once again with the Trubisky-haters, Chris gives his top picks for the next QB who will win his first Super Bowl (34:54).
Chris & Liam come in hot with a rant on "unwritten rules" before getting into the NFL talk . The deadline for 5th-year options is here, so we do a 2016 Draft Do-Over (6:41). Would Chris still take Jared Goff over Carson Wentz? And where does Dak Prescott fit in the QB hierarchy? Odds for the 2020 Draft 1st overall pick are out and Chris weighs in on what he thinks of next year's QB class (27:00). Who of Tua Tagovailoa, Jake Fromm & Justin Herbert should go #1, and who is not even a 1st round prospect? A.J. Green then joins to talk about his new head coach and the perfect hot dog topping (43:09). Finally, we weigh in on Bills Mafia tailgates (59:05) and whether we would rather hang out with Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers at the Kentucky Derby (1:04:05).
5/3/2019 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 19 seconds
#26 - Ask Me Anything, 11 Things You Didn't Know About Laremy Tunsil, & Phil Simms on Daniel Jones & his best Parcells stories
Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister put a bow on the NFL Draft by taking questions from the listeners in another edition of 'Ask Me Anything' (2:45). Is DK Metcalf more likely the next Julio Jones or Kevin White? Did the Pats find a perfect fit with Chase Winovich? Simms also debunks the rumors that Kyle Shanahan & John Lynch are at odds. Which NFL players would make the best Avengers (16:30)? Big Phil calls in to debunk some rumors about his draft announcement in 1979, the treatment of Daniel Jones in NYC, and his best Bill Parcells stories (35:50). Chris & Paul take a few more questions on Mitch Trubisky's MVP candidacy, Josh Rosen's timeline, and a Kirk Cousins overreaction (1:03:30). Finally, Chris spends some time with Laremy Tunsil, as we find out 11 Things We Didn't Know about the Dolphins OT (1:15:00).
5/1/2019 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 2 seconds
#25 - NFL Draft Breakdown: Burning Questions, Gold-Silver-Bronze, & Walk of Shame
With the NFL Draft complete, Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break it all down. The Giants are in spin zone, but there are plenty of reasons why people should cut Daniel Jones some slack (3:35). After the Josh Rosen trade to Miami, the AFC East has become 3 Baby's and a Goat (15:00). John Elway has found his man, Joe Flacco has deja vu, and Drew Lock has a chance to become something big in Denver (24:45). Rapid fire QB thoughts after the Big 4, including the late-round pick that has a chance to supplant a long-time starter (30:35). Simms then answers some burning questions: Should Aaron Rodgers be ticked off? Will one GM be gone after getting universal praise for his top pick? Which GMs are you buying a round for? Which team deserves a walk of shame? And why Jimmy G should be a happy guy (36:35). We wrap things up by handing out awards - who gets the Gold-Silver-Bronze for the entire draft? (58:50)
4/29/2019 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 3 seconds
#24 - NFL Draft 1st Round Recap
Chris and Paul recap a fun NFL Draft party with the homies as we watched one of the wildest 1st rounds in recent memory. Now that the Cardinals took Kyler Murray, can they really keep Josh Rosen? (3:57) Is there some logic to Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden's shocking pick of Clelin Ferrell 4th overall? (20:35) Why are Giants fans already booing Daniel Jones? (30:40) Why did Jawaan Taylor fall out of Round 1? (50:39) And what are the names to watch for early in Round 2? (59:15)
4/26/2019 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 9 seconds
#23 - Final Mock Draft, plus Houston DL Ed Oliver & LSU LB Devin White
Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break down the big Chiefs/Seahawks trade that sent Frank Clark to Kansas City (3:30). Then Simms unveils his final mock draft on the eve of the big day (8:00). The Giants go QB, but not the one everyone expects; Dwayne Haskins makes an early appearance, and there's a late run on Clemson defenders. Plus, a couple Robin Hood appearances near the end of the 1st round. Then Ed Oliver joins Simms to chat about comparisons to Aaron Donald, where he wants to be drafted, and his weight room prowess (52:45). Simms also chats with LSU LB Devin White on his Mt Rushmore of middle LBs, the most famous LSU alum, and his surprising choice for toughest college opponent (1:03:40)
4/24/2019 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 5 seconds
#22 - Robin Hood: Draft Edition, Ask Me Anything, & Kentucky prospect Josh Allen
With Draft Week upon us, Simms puts on his Robin Hood hat, and doles out praise for a handful of draft prospects who should be getting more attention (5:05). Then Simms & Liam McHugh answer questions from the loyal listeners in a Draft Themed 'Ask Me Anything' (25:45). Simms also has an extended conversation with Kentucky edge rush prospect Josh Allen about his zodiac sign, why he plays with a chip on his shoulder, not wanting to be "butt hurt" on Draft night, and never having to fill up a tank of gas in New Jersey (1:06:00). Finally, Captain Planet makes an appearance on Earth Day (1:28:20).
4/22/2019 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 4 seconds
#21 - NFL Schedule reactions, Missouri QB Drew Lock, and Big Phil's QB Draft ranks
The 2019 NFL schedule is out, and Chris and Ahmed react to the juiciest matchups and break down the teams with the easiest and toughest starts to their season (2:54). Then Simms talks to Drew Lock about his night out with Saquon Barkley and how he close he came to being on a Final Four team (22:33). Finally, Big Phil calls in to reveal his Top 5 QBs in the Draft, including a defense of Daniel Jones (47:00).
It's a mock draft megapod as Chris and Paul combine forces with Rotoworld's Josh Norris & Thor Nystrom. Will the Giants finally get a QB? Which wide receiver will be drafted first? And which of the top QBs falls out of Round 1 entirely? Plenty of surprises as we go pick-by-pick through Round 1 and predict who every team will take.
Chris & Liam recap a big sports weekend. Would (and should) the Seahawks be willing to move on from Russell Wilson (9:30)? With 10 days to go until the NFL Draft, prop bets are making the rounds and Chris gives his picks for what he'd put his money on (24:28). Will Dwayne Haskins fall out of the Top 10? How many Alabama players will go in Round 1? And with Tiger back on top, Chris reminisces about the time Woods came to Bucs training camp (32:45).
4/15/2019 • 55 minutes, 9 seconds
#18 - 'Ask Me Anything' Mailbag
Chris & Ahmed do a full-on mailbag episode, with questions from loyal listeners like @ABusyDad and @FourToeSteve (meet Zero Spleen Chris). Which defensive players would call out plays before they even happened (4:20)? One of the homies has a brilliant idea to use Saquon Barkley at a different position (19:15). Why did Chris get fined for his favorite NFL play (28:38)? What happened to The Hulk in the last Avengers movie? Who killed JFK (32:30)? What would it take to trade for Russell Wilson (36:30)? And which young offensive coach is a better playcaller than Sean McVay (1:13:30)? All this and more on a meandering journey into the mind of Chris Simms.
4/12/2019 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 29 seconds
#17 - DT Draft Power Rankings, QB debates with PFF Analyst Steve Palazzolo, & Big Phil on Russell Wilson trade rumors
Chris and Paul dissect the latest Draft QB rumors (2:19). Could Dwayne Haskins drop out of the first round? And what would we trade for Josh Rosen? They then invite Pro Football Focus Analyst Steve Palazzolo on to discuss QBs and Drew Lock vs Will Grier (15:40). Then Chris reveals his Draft Power Rankings from a stacked DT group (39:51), including the Top 10 talent who "everybody is missing out on." Finally, Big Phil comes on to talk Russell Wilson trade rumors and play detective with Eli Manning extension talks (1:11:07).
4/10/2019 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 52 seconds
#16 - Busting Draft Narratives, FSU Prospect Brian Burns, & which College had the Best Year?
With just over 2 weeks to the Draft, Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister debunk or confirm 10 popular Draft narratives (3:23). Is Kyler Murray worth the 1st overall pick? Is Daniel Jones worth a 1st rounder at all? Florida State edge rusher Brian Burns tells us about the food he's been eating to gain weight, and which movie he's seeing as soon as the Draft is over (39:30). Then the guys recap the weekend, including whether any school has had a better year than Texas Tech (53:35) and Antonio Brown's latest social media misstep (59:30).
4/8/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 1 second
#15 - Packers drama, Michigan prospect Rashan Gary, & Who deserves a lifetime contract?
Chris Simms & Liam McHugh react to the explosive BR story about Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers, and the Packers dysfunction (1:00). Top prospect Rashan Gary calls in to chat about the quirks of playing for Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, the first thing he'll buy once he's drafted, and why he wants a piece of Tom Brady (19:45). Chris & Liam then get you ready for the weekend with a few burning questions: is there anything worse than people telling you about your bracket? (yes); and who would you give a lifetime contract to? (37:10)
4/5/2019 • 56 minutes, 12 seconds
#14 - Advice for surviving Jon Gruden, CB Draft Power Ranks, & Edge Rusher Reshuffle
Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister get back to the Draft on today's podcast. With the Raiders working out Kyler Murray, Simms has some sage advice for Derek Carr on how to survive as a QB under Jon Gruden (3:00). Why the tape on Quinnen Williams reminds Simms of Aaron Donald (11:55). After some deeper thought, we have a change in last week's Edge Rusher ranks, and the guys respond to critiques from the homies (16:25). It's time to reveal the CB Draft Power Ranks, including a Josh Norman clone, and a guy Simms has much higher than the consensus (30:25).
4/3/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 55 seconds
#13 - Over/Under win totals, April Fools pranks, sorting through Giants rumors, & Tom Brady joins Twitter
It's April Fools' Day, and Chris Simms & Liam McHugh share stories of their favorite pranks (3:30). Another day, another Giants rumor. We sort through what stories to trust when it comes to the G-Men, and where Josh Rosen would rank among this year's crop of QBs (7:55). Vegas has released Over/Under win totals for 2019, and the guys rip through the 8 teams with new head coaches, including a surprising 'Over' and an even more shocking Simms proclamation of an offense that could crack the Top 10 (25:05). Weekend winners & losers includes Duke, cherry trees, bears, and Buffalo (52:15). Finally, Tom Brady has joined Twitter and comes in hot with an April Fools' gag of his own.
4/1/2019 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
#12 - Top 50 Draft Debate, NFL/MLB Prop Bets, & Dolphins coach Brian Flores
Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed are joined by Rotoworld's Josh Norris to debate his Top 50 draft prospects and there are plenty of disagreements. Josh hypes up Hakeem Butler and Chris reenacts his experience with the Patriots war room (5:20). Then Chris settles an old debt with Dolphins coach Brian Flores as they tell old stories about Belichick, Gronk, and their time as low-level coaches in New England (47:40). We recap a big upset in the Sweet 16 of the Simms Madness bracket (1:04:00). Finally, on Opening Day, we run through some MLB-NFL themed prop bets and ask whether Chris’ Derek Jeter story included a gift basket (1:14:30).
3/28/2019 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 28 seconds
#11 - Edge Rusher Draft Power Ranks, Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz & Big Phil on L.T.
Wednesday means another Unbuttoned episode chock-full of NFL Draft goodness. Chris & Paul Burmeister first weigh in with some reservations about the NFL's new replay rules (3:00). Then, Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz tells us what makes TEs T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant both worthy of 1st round picks (12:10). Chris has seen your David Montgomery tweets and defends why the RB didn't make his Top 5 rankings last week (28:10). He then takes us through his Top 7 of a stacked Edge Rusher class, including four that could be Top 10 overall picks (32:56). Today's magic word: "bendability." Finally, Big Phil calls in to reminisce about Lawrence Taylor and whether the Cardinals should take a pass rusher over Kyler Murray (1:06:20).
3/27/2019 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 45 seconds
#10 - Gronk retires, Most Fun Players Ever & Superagent Drew Rosenhaus
It's a joint Unbuttoned/PFT PM pod as Chris Simms & Mike Florio are in Phoenix for the NFL Owners Meetings. They react to Rob Gronkowski's retirement (2:55)...have we really seen the last of Gronk? Mike educates Chris on Laverne & Shirley and other Happy Days spin-offs (17:20). Superagent Drew Rosenhaus comes on to discuss Gronk's decision and Tyreek Hill trade rumors (21:05). Finally, the Homies and PFT PM Posse fire off some Twitter questions on potential rule changes and the most entertaining NFL players of all-time (40:31).
3/25/2019 • 1 hour, 2 seconds
#9 - QB Pro Day Roundup, Bracket Madness, & Greatest Feats of Strength with Mike Florio
It's a special 3-man weave on Unbuttoned. Chris Simms, Mike Florio, and Ahmed Fareed hit the real possibility of Tyreek Hill getting traded by the Chiefs (3:06). QB Pro Days are wrapping up, and the guys and wonder what's behind Mike Mayock's love of Dwayne Haskins, and if Will Grier jumps up Simms' rankings after a good performance (9:39). Before he heads out, Florio goes deep on his love affair with KISS, including a jarring story about Gene Simmons and a sweaty towel (25:35). Simms then breaks down the Jihad Ward weight room accident, and tells a story about the greatest feat of strength he ever saw (30:23). Finally, we look at which winners you advanced in our Simms Madness NFL bracket (39:40).
3/21/2019 • 48 minutes, 24 seconds
#8 - RB Draft Power Ranks & Alabama DT Quinnen Williams
It's a jam-packed NFL Draft episode for Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister. They talk about why the hype has died down on Dwayne Haskins (4:08). Chris answers your Twitter feedback on last week's WR Draft Power Ranks and why he left out N'Keal Harry (8:18). Then Alabama DT Quinnen Williams joins us to talk about his draft prep and which fellow 2019 prospect is the "freskiest dude" he's seen on a football field (16:21). Chris reveals his RB Draft Power Ranks and the player who could be a more explosive Alvin Kamara (38:24) . Finally, Big Phil does his weekly appearance to say why Odell Beckham Jr & Antonio Brown might miss the Giants & Steelers (1:01:50).
It's March Madness, and we came up with our own Bracket Selection Show - how the NFL teams would be seeded if they stepped on the field right now. Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed hit the AFC first, and it's still crazy to think how high the Browns are (4:40). With the NFC, there's a surprising #1 seed and a loaded division occupying the top half (30:10). Then, we have Simms' conversation with Texans All-Pro WR DeAndre Hopkins - why he isn't recognized among the top WRs in the league, what the trash talk is like with Jalen Ramsey, and the secrets behind his fashion sense (1:01:40). Finally, the guys hand out their winners & losers from the weekend, including a QB on the verge of setting an NFL record (1:14:05).
3/18/2019 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 57 seconds
#6 - NFL Free Agency Word Association, Zion The Legend, & NCAA Bracket Alternatives
Now that the dust has settled on NFL Free Agency, Chris Simms & Liam McHugh play a game of Word Association on the Giants master plan, Baker-to-Odell, comparing the Jets careers of Bill Belichick & Anthony Barr, and Aaron Rodgers' mood (4:10). Zion's return has the world buzzing, and Simms explains the similarities between him and Kyler Murray (39:15). Then the guys offer a few options in case you're sick of just filling out a bracket (47:30), the best thing to watch this weekend that you're not thinking about , the time Simms found himself in an unfortunate fistfight, and whether or not it's acceptable to drink green beer on St. Patrick's Day (52:15).
3/15/2019 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 57 seconds
#5 - OBJ Trade, Phil Simms on what's next for Giants, & WR Draft Power Ranks
Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break down all angles of the Odell Beckham trade, one of the most shocking deals in NFL history. Phil Simms checks in to explain why Giants fans should be "confused" and what's next for the team (25:47). Then Chris unveils his latest Draft Power Rankings - today it's the Top 5 WR, including a guy who could be the next OBJ (49:19).
3/13/2019 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 15 seconds
BONUS POD: Free Agency Bonanza on PFTPM with Mike Florio
Simms invades Florio's PFTPM to discuss a crazy couple days of free agency. Why is there only one team in on Le'Veon Bell (13:00)? The Raiders don't care about any rules (21:30). How the Jon Gruden-Derek Carr relationship will develop (29:30). Then the #PFTPMPosse chimes in with questions, including the most intriguing free agency move so far (39:05).
3/12/2019 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 45 seconds
#4 - Full Antonio Brown Trade Breakdown + "Mystery" Free Agent Guest
Antonio Brown is headed to the Raiders. Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed break down the blockbuster trade - why AB is an instant legend across NFL locker rooms, how Jon Gruden will welcome his new WR, and early over/unders on Brown's 2019 production (3:15); then a "Mystery Guest" calls in to discuss his big signing (30:00); the illegal tampering/flirting window has given way to the legal tampering/flirting window, and we rip through players on the move including Michael Bennett & Case Keenum (41:15); finally, our Winners & Losers of the weekend include a crazed fan and a washed up baseball player (55:20)
3/11/2019 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 18 seconds
#3 - Free Agency Matchmaker + Tony Dungy on Kyler Murray
Apparently Simms' talk of "nice butts" didn't scare away Ahmed Fareed. They play a round of Free Agency Matchmaker (3:38), giving their best landing spots for Le'Veon Bell (Ravens? Eagles?) and other stars on the move. Then Tony Dungy calls in (21:28) to tell us why Josh Rosen shouldn't stop the Cardinals from drafting Kyler Murray and why he'll be driving 170 mph this weekend. Finally, the homies strike back at Simms' QB Draft Power Rankings as we take your Twitter questions (43:00).
3/8/2019 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 32 seconds
#2B - Draft Power Ranks: QBs 3 to 1 + Big Phil Simms on Dwayne Haskins
QB Day went so long we split into Part 2. Big Phil joins Chris & Paul to talk about the time a baseball player called the cops on him, and whether or not the Giants should draft Dwayne Haskins (0:30). Plus, Chris explains why there are at least 15 safeties better than Landon Collins (30:15). Then Chris reveals his Top 3 QBs in the Draft, with a surprise (34:55).
3/6/2019 • 53 minutes, 54 seconds
#2A - Draft Power Ranks: QBs 8 to 4
It's QB Day on the Unbuttoned podcast. Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister analyze the harsh criticism of Kyler Murray and explain what "board work" is really all about (5:40). Then, Simms reveals his QB Draft Power Ranks from #8 to #4 (23:00). Things ran a little long, so be sure to check back for Part 2 for the Top 3 QBs, plus an extended chat with Big Phil.
Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed kick off the inaugural (drink every time Simms mispronounces this word) Unbuttoned podcast with a full recap of the Combine. The Cardinals have a Kyler Conundrum (7:45); why Oreos and rock-hard abs won the Combine (19:35); Simms' old buddy Kyle Shanahan reminisces about their days at Texas and vents his frustration with WRs (43:45); plus the Top 5 Things Chris Learned In Indy, including a surprise name in the "Best Player In The Draft" conversation (1:03:30).
3/4/2019 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 35 seconds
Homies, I'm Back!
Chris Simms makes his triumphant return to podcasting at NBC Sports.