The Bill Simmons Podcast Philly’s Dominant D, Shaky Mahomes, Shakier Darnold, Shakiest Goff, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
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Nov 17, 2025 
Cousin Sal, a well-known gambling expert and regular podcast contributor, joins to recap the thrilling action of Week 11 in the NFL. They dive into the standout performance of the Eagles' defense and debate the reliability of struggling quarterbacks like Jared Goff and Sam Darnold. Concerns about Patrick Mahomes' form spark lively discussion, while they rate shocking game results in their unique 'improbability' game. The duo also makes predictions for Week 12 betting lines, capping off with a heartfelt tribute to musician Cleto Escobedo III.
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Philly’s Boring Formula Works
- Philadelphia's approach is methodical and defense-first, making them January-ready.
- Their roster construction prioritizes stops over flashy offense, leading to boring but effective wins.
Eagles Defense Tops The NFC
- The Eagles' defense is the best unit in the NFC after 11 weeks and dominates both run and pass.
- Jalen Phillips trade and depth upgrades transformed their pass rush and overall defensive performance.
Mahomes’ Play Has Fallen Off
- Patrick Mahomes has shown uncharacteristic misses and poor red-zone decisions this season.
- Kansas City's offensive line and timing issues are creating repeated late-game failures.