The Bill Simmons Podcast Mayfield vs. Favre, Rams Questions, and the Russell Wilson Decade With Mina Kimes | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Aug 23, 2019
Mina Kimes, an ESPN writer and podcaster, shares her vibrant insights on the NFL and beyond. She dives into the evolving dynamics of quarterbacks like Baker Mayfield and Russell Wilson, examining their impact on team relationships. Kimes discusses the increasing role of analytics in sports, as well as the importance of authentic narratives in sports journalism. With a blend of humor and keen observations, she also reflects on the challenges women face in sports media, making for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation.
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Unconventional Path to ESPN
- Mina Kimes's career path to ESPN was unconventional.
- She tweeted about football as a finance journalist, which led to her sports writing career.
Meeting Jerome Bettis
- Mina Kimes recounts her first day at ESPN and a surprising encounter.
- She ran into Jerome Bettis, a player she and her dad often criticized.
Impact of Winning
- Winning a championship changes a team's and fanbase's perspective.
- Subsequent losses don't sting as much after experiencing victory.