The Bill Simmons Podcast Brady’s Pats Future, Trae vs. Luka, NBA Trade Tweaks, and NFL Picks With Kevin O’Connor, Kevin Clark, and Mallory Rubin | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Dec 6, 2019
Kevin O’Connor, an NBA analyst at The Ringer, Kevin Clark, a sports commentator, and Mallory Rubin, known for her college football insights, come together for a lively discussion. They dive into Tom Brady's potential departure from the Patriots and Trae Young's need for support on the Hawks. The trio debates innovative ideas for midseason tournaments in the NBA, while Clark shares bold NFL picks. Rubin highlights intriguing storylines in college football, including playoff implications and coaching changes, making for an engaging sports chat.
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Brady's Contract Situation
- Brady can't be franchise-tagged after this season due to an August agreement.
- He may want a big contract, but the Patriots might not pay a 42-year-old QB that much.
Curran's Brady Article
- Tom Curran's article suggests the end of Tom Brady's Patriots era.
- This is alarming because Curran is usually a measured, plugged-in reporter.
Brady's Frustration
- Brady pushed for the Patriots to keep Antonio Brown, revealing his need for better receivers.
- He seemed publicly bummed when Brown left, indicating frustration with the team's receiving corps.
