The Bill Simmons Podcast LeBron’s NBA Hell, PaoloMania, McCaffrey to SF, NFL Rookie Surprises and Week 7 Picks With Ben Solak and Peter Schrager
Oct 21, 2022
Benjamin Solak, an NFL Analyst for The Ringer, shares his insights on rookie quarterbacks and upcoming matchups. He and Peter Schrager, an NFL Analyst for NFL Network, discuss the impact of Christian McCaffrey's trade to the 49ers and the complexities of the NFL ownership dynamics following a recent meeting. They touch on the ambiguous state of the NFC West and evaluate the Patriots' quarterback situation. Expect lively debates about key performances and bold predictions for Week 7!
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Westbrook's Bad Game
- Bill Simmons attended a Lakers-Clippers game and witnessed Russell Westbrook's poor performance.
- Westbrook missed all 11 shot attempts, including two particularly bad misses late in the game.
Lakers' Early Season Struggles
- The Lakers are in trouble; they could start 2-10.
- LeBron James is playing well, but the team is worse than the 2018 Cavaliers.
Sixers' Dynamics and Potential Embiid Trade
- James Harden's playing style is reminiscent of the 2019 Rockets.
- Joel Embiid may be unhappy, potentially leading to a trade scenario involving the Knicks.