The Bill Simmons Podcast NFL Preseason Hype Buy or Sell. Plus, Spike Lee on Basketball and Movies | With Danny Kelly
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Aug 14, 2025 
Danny Kelly, a fantasy football expert from The Ringer, shares insights on NFL preseason hype and plays a 'buy or sell' game about team expectations. Spike Lee, the iconic filmmaker and passionate Knicks fan, discusses his latest film, the evolution of basketball culture, and the impact of legendary players like Larry Bird. They also explore how the pandemic has changed movie viewing and reflect on the importance of supporting original storytelling in cinema.
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Early Camp Overreactions Fade
- Preseason NFL hype often overreacts to camp reports and early practice moments.
- Ben Johnson's detail-oriented system should improve the Bears offense as the season progresses.
Interior Pass Rush Changes Games
- A dominant interior pass rush fundamentally reshapes opposing game plans and makes teams game-plan around it.
- The Giants’ front (Abdul Carter + Dexter Lawrence) could turn them into a frustrating, watchable team.
Differentiate Clutch vs Season Value
- Be cautious when valuing quarterbacks for a full season versus single-game clutch odds.
- Prioritize season-long stability (like Josh Allen) over single-game certainty when picking MVPs.
