The Bill Simmons Podcast Super Bowl Lessons and Super-duper-star Steph 2.0 With Kevin Clark and Logan Murdock
Feb 10, 2021
Kevin Clark, a sports writer from The Ringer known for his insightful football analysis, joins fellow Ringer writer Logan Murdock, who covers the NBA and the Warriors. They dive into the Buccaneers' Super Bowl victory, dissecting coaching strategies and the salary cap's impact on free agency. Logan shares memories of covering Steph Curry and the Durant Warriors while discussing playoff odds. The fun escalates as the conversation shifts to boxing, touching on the hype surrounding Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, and the evolving sports betting landscape.
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Chiefs' Loss Due to O-Line
- The Chiefs' Super Bowl loss wasn't just bad luck; their offensive line was a major weakness.
- This weakness nullified Mahomes's usual ability to create plays under pressure.
Patriots Fans in Crisis
- Bill Simmons' uncles are arguing about who's to blame for Brady leaving the Patriots.
- This highlights the existential crisis in New England after Brady's Super Bowl win with the Bucs.
All-In Approach in NFL
- Every NFL GM now believes in an "all-in" approach every year, influenced by Les Snead's strategy.
- This contrasts with the Patriots' approach and explains why Brady might have left.