The Bill Simmons Podcast

Paul George’s MVP Run, the Kooky West, Odell to L.A., and Baker vs. Belichick With Jonathan Tjarks and Peter Schrager

Nov 12, 2021

Joined by Jonathan Tjarks, an NBA expert from The Ringer, the conversation dives into Paul George's MVP-worthy performance with the Clippers and Coach Ty Lue's strategic brilliance. They also explore the Mavericks' struggles and rookie sensations. Later, NFL insider Peter Schrager discusses Odell Beckham Jr.'s bold move to the Rams and the high-stakes matchups ahead, including the implications of Baker Mayfield’s contract talks and the unpredictable NFL post-Super Bowl dynamics.

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Episode guests

Peter Schrager

Jonathan Tjarks

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Episode notes

Intro

6min

Team Dynamics and Player Roles in Basketball

15min

Strategic Coaching Insights: Ty Lue and Other Notable Coaches

7min

Unlocking Talent in the NBA

16min

Team Dynamics and Player Strategies

12min

Odell Beckham's Strategic Move to the Rams

1min

Navigating Star Power and Team Dynamics in the NFL

19min

NFL Game Analysis: Denver's Turnaround and Upcoming Match-Ups

3min

NFL Game Day Insights: Patriots vs. Browns

9min

10.

NFL Insights and Betting Strategies

9min

11.

Week 10 NFL Betting Predictions and Strategies

2min

12.

Strategic Betting Insights and NFL Matchup Analysis

2min

13.

Playful Numbers and Bold Betting Predictions

1min

14.

Enthusiastic Banter and Upcoming Highlights

2min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Jonathan Tjarks to discuss Paul George and the Clippers, Coach of the Year candidate Ty Lue, the Mavericks’ continued struggles, the impressive Bulls, best NBA rookies, and more (3:30). Then Bill talks with NFL Network’s Peter Schrager about WR Odell Beckham Jr. signing with the Rams and upcoming “kitchen-sink games” for the 49ers, Raiders, Chiefs, and Vikings, before making their Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 10 (49:32).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Jonathan Tjarks and Peter Schrager

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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