The Bill Simmons Podcast Catching Up With Ben Affleck. Plus the NFL’s COVID Crisis and Million-Dollar Picks With Peter Schrager
Dec 16, 2021
Ben Affleck, renowned actor and director, joins to discuss his friendship with Tom Brady, the impact of the Patriots, and his new film, 'The Tender Bar.' He also shares insights on parenting and dealing with tabloid scrutiny. Meanwhile, NFL analyst Peter Schrager dives into the league’s COVID crisis, including coach Urban Meyer’s firing and predictions for Week 15 matchups. Make sure to catch their Million-Dollar Picks and the dynamics affecting teams during these unpredictable times!
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Shifting Allegiances in Sports
- Ben Affleck recounts his changing perspective on professional sports.
- He realized that athletes' allegiance to teams is less about regional loyalty and more about business.
Brady's Unique Commitment
- Tom Brady is unique for prioritizing franchise building over pure financial gain.
- Affleck suggests Brady's commitment to a team and city is rare in the modern sports era.
Playing Catch with Brady
- Affleck played catch with Tom Brady and was amazed by his skill.
- Brady's passes were so fast that Affleck worried about getting hurt if he missed.