The Bill Simmons Podcast A Resurgent Rodgers, Million-Dollar Picks, Hottest Takes, and Fantasy Surprises With Joe House, Steven Ruiz, and Craig Horlbeck
Sep 20, 2024
Joe House, a sports analyst at The Ringer, shares insights on the Jets' impressive win over the Patriots, while also discussing upcoming NFL matchups and betting strategies. Steven Ruiz celebrates his accurate Bryce Young prediction and offers his hottest takes from the previous week. Craig Horlbeck dives into the fantasy football landscape, highlighting key player performances and trade targets, as well as the rising value of kickers. Entertaining banter and strategic insights keep the discussions lively and engaging!
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Patriots' Offensive Struggles
- The Patriots' offense struggled against the Jets' defense, failing to reach 20 minutes of possession.
- Quarterback Mac Jones's limited throwing range and the Patriots' inability to block contributed to their offensive woes.
Drake May's Playing Time
- Bill Simmons expresses concern about playing Patriots' rookie quarterback Drake May due to their offensive line's struggles.
- He suggests waiting until after the 49ers game and potentially the Dolphins game, but acknowledges the risk to May's confidence.
Context for Patriots' Loss
- Joe House cautions against overreacting to the Patriots' Week 3 performance, citing their difficult schedule.
- Playing a Thursday night game after a Sunday overtime game puts the Patriots at a disadvantage historically.