The Bill Simmons Podcast Did the Pats Become the Bills? Is Stafford the MVP? Do the Jags Hate Their Fans? Plus, Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal.
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Nov 10, 2025 
Cousin Sal, a comedian and sports-betting personality, joins the discussion to unpack the excitement of Week 10 in the NFL. They analyze the Patriots' surprising road win and its impact on team identity. The duo debates MVP contenders, spotlighting Stafford's impressive performance and rookie Maye's emergence. With a keen eye on playoff implications, they explore what’s wrong with Buffalo after a disheartening loss, and they also dive into the upcoming Rams-Seahawks matchup, discussing its betting angle and potential stakes.
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Patriots' Resurgence Is Real But Fragile
- The Patriots' 8-2 record reflects a real improvement driven by rookie contributors and coach trust.
- Bill warns their run game volume and Mayfield's habit-change are the remaining concerns for January success.
Stafford's MVP Case Gained Traction
- Matthew Stafford is a strong MVP candidate based on sustained elite play and clean recent box score lines.
- Cousin Sal and Bill point to Stafford's no-interception stretch and massive recent yardage as decisive.
Bills' Playoff Path Looks Precarious
- Buffalo's offense is bottlenecked by few reliable targets and slow throw timing, making them vulnerable.
- Bill and Sal calculate Buffalo needs multiple wins in a tough stretch to secure 10+ wins and a playoff spot.