The Bill Simmons Podcast A Seahawks-Rams WTF Classic, an NBA Six-Pack, and Week 16 NFL Picks With Peter Schrager
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Dec 19, 2025 
Peter Schrager, a seasoned sports media analyst from ESPN and The Ringer, dives into the thrilling Seahawks-Rams OT game, unpacking its wild moments and pivotal decisions. He explores the implications of the Rams' stunning loss and the Seahawks' road resilience. The discussion moves to the NBA, with Peter spotlighting the Clippers' woes and previewing the must-watch Christmas schedule, including potential highlights like Spurs-Thunder. Schrager also evaluates the playoff landscape and champions the idea of Seattle and Vancouver as fresh sites for the NBA Finals.
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Game-Altering Randomness Decides Titles
- The Seahawks-Rams Thursday night game was a season-defining clash that swung the NFC West and one-seed picture.
- Bill Simmons and Peter Schrager emphasize how a punt return TD and bizarre two-point play changed the narrative of both teams.
Live Family Reaction To Darnold's Swing
- Bill describes sitting with his daughter, raging at Sam Darnold's rollercoaster performance and deleting topics midgame.
- He watched Darnold go from 'can't win a big game' to redeeming himself in the final hour.
Dominance Isn't Enough Without Closing Plays
- The Rams dominated for 50 minutes but conservative late decisions and special-teams breakdowns cost them the win.
- Both hosts note how single weird plays (backward two-point) can overturn statistical superiority.