The Bill Simmons Podcast A Classic Josh-Vs.-Lamar Battle, the Week 1 Panic Meter, Guess the Lines and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal
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Sep 8, 2025 
Cousin Sal joins the conversation, bringing his signature humor and insights from his extensive NFL experience. They reflect on Week 1 chaos, dissecting standout teams and surprising performances while strategizing for Week 2 bets. Sal shares hilarious parenting stories about his daughter's clever 'clothing thefts' that resonate with any parent. The banter continues as they delve into thrilling matchups, with lively debates on MVP odds and the unpredictable nature of football outcomes, delivering laughs alongside expert analysis.
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Lamar Vs Josh: Today's Premier Duel
- Bill and Cousin Sal argue Lamar Jackson vs Josh Allen is the most entertaining QB matchup in today's NFL.
- They say it rivals or surpasses Mahomes for weekly excitement despite Mahomes' championships.
Fantasy Heartbreak With James Cook
- Bill recounts a fantasy league drama where James Cook's goal-line stop swung his chance of winning from near certain to almost zero.
- He uses the episode to illustrate how fragile fantasy outcomes and live percentages can be.
Week-One Unders Were Misleading
- Week one produced an overwhelming number of unders that flipped when a few early games went wildly over.
- Bill and Sal note offensive lines and late-season cohesion make early unders unreliable.