The Bill Simmons Podcast Best NFL Teams, Football GOATs, and Week 7 Picks With Howie Long and Peter Schrager
Oct 23, 2020
Howie Long, a Super Bowl champion and NFL analyst, joins to discuss the equilibrium found by Tom Brady's Buccaneers, Dak Prescott's injury woes, and the perplexing performances of the Packers. He shares captivating old-school NFL stories and insights into his post-football acting career. Peter Schrager, known for his sharp predictions, joins in to analyze the NFC East battle and LeVeon Bell's impact on the Chiefs, before the hosts wrap up with Bill’s million-dollar picks for the upcoming week. It's a lively dive into the current NFL landscape!
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Long Sons' Careers
- Howie Long discusses his sons Chris and Kyle's NFL careers and potential comebacks.
- He compares Gronk's return to a "'66 Cadillac" parked for two years, warming up slowly.
Dak's Injury and Contract
- Howie Long reflects on Dak Prescott's injury and the risks of betting on oneself in football.
- He emphasizes the sport's physical demands and the potential for career-ending injuries.
Top NFL Defenses
- Bill Simmons and Howie Long analyze top NFL defenses, including Tampa Bay, Chicago, Baltimore, and Pittsburgh.
- They consider these defenses playoff-caliber, but acknowledge the season's early stage.