The Bill Simmons Podcast A Bizarre NFL MVP Race and NBA Trade Ideas With Cousin Sal and Kevin O’Connor
Nov 29, 2021
Cousin Sal, a sports betting expert known for his humor, joins basketball analyst Kevin O’Connor from The Ringer. They dive into the confusing current NFL MVP race, highlighting the lack of standout candidates. Sal shares insights on struggling teams and fascinating player performances while discussing humorous Thanksgiving anecdotes. Transitioning to the NBA, O'Connor analyzes potential trade scenarios, including Ben Simmons and rookie talents, emphasizing the complexities of team strategies. Their banter blends sports expertise with lighthearted moments.
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A Puzzling MVP Race
- The NFL's 2021 MVP race is wide open, with no clear frontrunner.
- Bill Simmons suggests Nick Folk, due to his consistent field goal kicking, as a joke.
Fantasy Football Draft
- Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal discuss a hypothetical fantasy football draft for the last five weeks of the season.
- They debate the top picks, considering Jonathan Taylor, Austin Ekeler, and top receivers.
A Despicable Week 12
- Week 12 of the NFL season was full of unpredictable games and surprising outcomes.
- Many quarterbacks, including Lamar Jackson and Justin Herbert, had poor performances.