The Bill Simmons Podcast Shedeur’s Slide, NFL Draft Takes, a Nuggets Code Red and Brunson Goes Villain
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Apr 25, 2025 
Van Lathan, a media personality and cultural critic, joins forces with NBA writer Rob Mahoney and writer Chris Ryan. They dive into the excitement surrounding the NFL draft, analyzing surprising trades and standout prospects like Shadour Sanders. The conversation shifts to the NBA playoffs, scrutinizing the Nuggets' struggles and the dynamics of playoff rivalries while showcasing the impressive performances of stars like Jalen Brunson. With humor and keen insight, they navigate the thrilling crossroads of football and basketball.
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Jaguars Overpay For Hunter
- The Jaguars trading a huge package for Travis Hunter seems like an overpay without a quarterback involved.
- Browns made a smart trade by moving down and gaining multiple picks instead of overspending.
Quarterback Drought Insight
- Shadour Sanders falling to second round highlights how teams struggle to find good quarterbacks.
- Sanders may become a compelling story if he proves better than higher picks like Jackson Dart.
Draft Biases Against Players
- Will Campbell's perceived shortcomings like short arms are overrated compared to his game dominance.
- Football drafts often misjudge players based on physical stereotypes rather than actual performance.