The Bill Simmons Podcast Browns Fever, Lamar’s Revenge, the Sleeper Rams, and Round 2 Lines With Cousin Sal
Jan 11, 2021
The excitement of NFL wild-card games takes center stage as thrilling highlights, key performances, and missed opportunities get analyzed. The discussion dives into the Browns' clash and the unique experience of a Nickelodeon broadcast of the Saints vs. Bears. Personal anecdotes from parenting provide a humorous backdrop, blending gaming nostalgia with the challenges of raising kids who love sports. Predictions for upcoming playoff matchups and a lighthearted take on trading rumors round out the entertaining take on this sports-packed segment.
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Steelers' disastrous opening snap
- The Steelers' opening snap flew over Ben Roethlisberger's head, leading to a Browns touchdown.
- Roethlisberger and Connor seemed hesitant to recover the fumble, worsening the situation.
Browns' surprising performance and Tomlin's questionable calls
- The Browns' unexpected sharpness despite lack of practice contrasted with the Steelers' unpreparedness.
- Tomlin's questionable coaching decisions, including a baffling punt, further hampered the Steelers.
Hypothetical Browns Fan Poll
- Bill Simmons jokes about how the Steelers could have polled Browns fans on their preferred play.
- The fans would have chosen the punt, playing into the Browns' self-sabotaging tendencies.