The Bill Simmons Podcast Part 2: Zach Wilson’s Alive, Belichick’s in Trouble, Buffalo’s Cruising, and Week 5 Lines With Cousin Sal
Oct 2, 2023
Cousin Sal, a beloved sports betting expert known for his sharp wit, joins the discussion to dissect recent NFL action. They humorously analyze the Chiefs' nail-biter against the Jets and the Cowboys' rout of the Patriots. Sal shares insights on struggling quarterbacks like Zach Wilson and Mac Jones, while also diving into betting lines for Week 5. The lighthearted banter touches on the unpredictability of coaching decisions, celebrity relationships, and even a nostalgic nod to personal prom memories.
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Chiefs-Jets Game Analysis
- Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal discuss the Chiefs' narrow victory over the Jets.
- They debate whether the close score reflects poorly on the Chiefs or positively on the Jets.
Collinsworth's Commentary
- Bill Simmons criticizes Chris Collinsworth's enthusiastic commentary about Zach Wilson.
- He found Collinsworth's hype excessive for Wilson's performance.
NFL Team Impressions
- Cousin Sal observes that few teams from the first 20 seen this season look impressive.
- However, many bad teams have shown flashes of brilliance.