The Bill Simmons Podcast

A Wild NFL Draft, Rodgers Drama, and a Big Mac Fest With Warren Sharp, Kevin Hench, and Bill’s Dad

Apr 30, 2021

Warren Sharp, a notable NFL analyst, teams up with Kevin Hench, a lifelong Patriots fan, for a lively discussion. They dissect the thrilling NFL Draft, including the 49ers' choice of Trey Lance and the Bears' bold move for Justin Fields. The guys delve into the Patriots' surprising pick of Mac Jones at 15, the Falcons' savvy selection of Kyle Pitts, and Aaron Rodgers' pre-draft drama. Bill's dad joins the fun, sharing personal anecdotes and adding a humorous touch to the analysis.

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Episode guests

Kevin Hench

Warren Sharp

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

NFL Draft Strategies Unpacked

11min

Draft Decisions and Team Strategies

14min

NFL Draft Insights: Player Potential and Team Strategies

4min

NFL Draft Insights and Strategic Team Evaluations

8min

Evaluating Running Back Success and Jets Draft Disappointment

4min

The Thrills of NFL Draft Night

10min

Quarterback Draft Drama

8min

Evaluating NFL Quarterbacks: Skills, Strategies, and Draft Picks

17min

10.

Draft Decisions and Coach Dynamics

5min

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Warren Sharp of NBC Sports and Sharp Football Analysis to discuss an exciting first round of the NFL draft. They discuss the 49ers drafting Trey Lance third overall, the Bears trading up to draft Justin Fields, the Falcons’ savvy move drafting TE Kyle Pitts with the fourth pick, the Patriots securing QB Mac Jones, the Vikings' great first round, Ja’Marr Chase to the Bengals, the Aaron Rodgers news surfacing just hours before the draft began, and much more (3:50)! Then Bill talks with his dad and his longtime pal and fellow Patriots fan Kevin Hench about QB Mac Jones falling to the Patriots with the 15th pick (53:30).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Warren Sharp, Kevin Hench, and Bill's Dad

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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