The Bill Simmons Podcast NFC Upset Day, Awful QBs, the Sleeper Lions, Guess the Lines, and NBA Award Stuff With Cousin Sal and Joe House
Oct 16, 2023
Cousin Sal, a sports betting expert known for his comedic flair, and Joe House, a savvy analyst, join for a lively sports discussion. They dive into bizarre NFL outcomes, including the Jets' shocking win against the Eagles and the 49ers falling to the Browns. The duo tackles quarterback struggles and the rising competitiveness of teams like the Lions. Plus, they play 'Guess the Lines' for NFL Week 7. The conversation blends humorous banter with valuable betting insights, keeping it entertaining and informative.
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Giants' Defensive Performance
- The Giants played well defensively against the Bills, shutting them out for a significant portion of the game.
- A questionable play call by the Giants before halftime and some costly penalties contributed to their loss.
Super Bowl Favorites and Lions' Odds
- Despite some surprising results, the 49ers remain Super Bowl favorites, followed by the Chiefs, Eagles, Bills, and Dolphins.
- The Detroit Lions are playing well consistently, raising questions about their odds being lower than expected.
Patriots-Raiders Game
- The Patriots-Raiders game involved a controversial roughing the passer call against Max Crosby.
- Romo suggested the Raiders go for two when down by three, which confused Simmons.