The Bill Simmons Podcast Are the Chargers for Real? Plus: the Tommy Boy Titans, a New York Swoon, Throwback Pats PTSD, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal.
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Sep 22, 2025 Cousin Sal, a sharp sports bettor and Ringer contributor, joins to dive into the chaos of Week 3 in the NFL. They analyze the Chargers' potential as Super Bowl contenders and discuss surprising team performances—including the Colts' hot start and the Patriots' troubling collapse. Sal and Bill also guess Week 4 lines and examine the betting landscape for upcoming matchups. Plus, they share family stories in Parent Corner, offering a humorous take on life and parenting amidst the football frenzy.
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Chiefs' Ceiling Depends On Surrounding Talent
- The Chiefs look diminished when their elite supporting pieces are missing, making Mahomes appear less dominant.
- Bill and Cousin Sal still consider KC a top-seven contender but not untouchable after shaky performances.
Chargers Look Like Playoff Team
- The Chargers feel like a true playoff-caliber team after a tense, physical divisional win.
- Bill says their late-game execution and Herbert's play elevate their Super Bowl outlook.
Use Soft Early Schedules To Time Futures
- Take notice of the Chargers' softer upcoming stretch to buy into short-term futures when lines are reasonable.
- Use favorable early-season schedules to build conviction before tougher midseason road tests.