The Bill Simmons Podcast The NFL Is Back! Guess the Lines Week 1 With Cousin Sal | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Sep 3, 2019
Get hyped for the NFL season as hosts playfully guess the betting lines for Week 1 games. They dive into surprising trades, strategic team moves, and the chaotic yet thrilling world of fantasy football. Expect insightful predictions about rivalries, including the iconic Bears vs. Packers matchup. Players’ performance quirks and humorous anecdotes keep the conversation lively. Plus, they reflect on parenting chaos while juggling family and football. It's a perfect mix of analysis, banter, and bold betting insights!
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Texans Trade Clowney
- The Texans traded Jadeveon Clowney for seemingly little in return.
- This trade was puzzling, especially given their prior announcement of intent to trade, which weakened their leverage.
Tanking in the NFL
- Bill Simmons questions why more NFL teams don't tank to secure high draft picks.
- He believes there's little difference between slightly bad and terrible records if a team isn't contending.
Brett Brown's Record
- Bill Simmons points out Brett Brown's damaged coaching record due to the 76ers' "Process" years.
- He argues for asterisks on coaches' records when teams aren't genuinely competing.