The Bill Simmons Podcast KC’s Receiver Dilemma, UFC 293, ESPN In Trouble, and Million Dollar Picks With Ariel Helwani and Ben Thompson
Sep 8, 2023
Ariel Helwani, a prominent MMA journalist, and Ben Thompson, a savvy tech and business analyst, join the fun-filled discussion. They dissect Team Canada's inspiring FIBA journey and offer insights on UFC 293, revealing the stakes of key matchups. Helwani and Simmons clash over the Buffalo Bills while Thompson sheds light on ESPN's struggles against cable giants. The conversation navigates the future of sports broadcasting, emphasizing the shifting landscape of viewer preferences and the implications for networks.
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Chiefs' Receiver Concerns
- Bill Simmons expresses concern about the Chiefs' receivers after their Week 1 loss to the Lions.
- He draws parallels to the 2006 Patriots, highlighting the risk of relying too heavily on a single player like Travis Kelce.
Mahomes: Face of the League
- Bill Simmons discusses Patrick Mahomes' status as the face of the NFL.
- He questions who the other top faces are and notes the seamless transition from Tom Brady to Mahomes.
Lions' Unexpected Win
- The Lions' victory over the Chiefs, despite questionable coaching decisions by Dan Campbell, impressed Bill Simmons.
- He highlights Gibbs and LaPorta as impactful players.