Dak Vs. Purdy for MVP, a BS Perfect Game, Fake Herbert Trades, Unruly Sons, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
Dec 11, 2023
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Sports analyst Cousin Sal joins Bill Simmons on the podcast to discuss the week 14 NFL games, including the Cowboys' win over the Eagles and the disappointing Chargers loss. They also guess the lines for NFL Week 15 and close the show with Parent Corner.
The Browns defeated the Jaguars in a close game, with a missed two-point conversion attempt by the Jaguars sealing the victory for the Browns.
Justin Herbert's strong individual performance raises questions about his ability to lead the Chargers, prompting consideration for a trade for a top draft pick like Caleb Williams.
The speaker discusses their child's obsession with Fortnite, highlighting the intense gaming sessions and challenges of maintaining a healthy game-life balance.
Deep dives
Browns and Jaguars battle it out in a close game
The Browns and Jaguars faced off in a close game, with the Browns coming out on top. Flacco, the Jaguars' quarterback, had a solid performance, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The game ended with a missed two-point conversion attempt by the Jaguars, securing the victory for the Browns.
Justin Herbert's performance raises questions
Despite the Chargers' loss, Justin Herbert had a good individual performance. However, his overall record as a quarterback, currently 30-32, raises questions about his ability to lead the team. Some may consider whether a trade for a top pick in the draft, like Caleb Williams, would be a better option for the Chargers.
The Fortnite Obsession
The speaker discusses their child's obsession with Fortnite, highlighting how it has taken over their life. The child is constantly playing the game and even screams at others through the headset. The parents try to intervene and suggest playing other games like Madden, but the child remains fixated on Fortnite. This has led to intense gaming sessions and even moments of frustration and anger. The parents navigate the challenges of balancing their child's interests while also maintaining boundaries and ensuring a healthy game-life balance.
Wrestling Madness
The speaker shares their experience with their child's newfound interest in wrestling. The child is constantly trying to wrestle with their parents and even acts out moves on them. The speaker recounts instances where they were grabbed and locked up by their child, leading to comical and frustrating situations. The child's enthusiasm for wrestling is overwhelming at times, and the parents navigate the challenges of setting boundaries while also supporting their child's passion.
The President's Flight Delay
The speaker recounts a frustrating experience with a flight delay caused by the presence of the president. The speaker's flight to Vegas gets canceled due to airspace restrictions, leaving them stranded. They quickly arrange a rental car and embark on a high-speed drive back home. Despite the initial anger, the speaker eventually finds solace in music and basketball on the drive home, making it back in record time.
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys handily beating the Eagles, Lions-Bears, the Chiefs falling to the Bills, Rams-Ravens, Buccaneers-Falcons, another disappointing Chargers loss, Colts-Bengals, and Browns-Jaguars (1:24) before guessing the lines for NFL Week 15 (55:45) and closing the show with Parent Corner (1:22:20).
