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Chris reveals an uncomfortable injury to Ahmed and the guys do some RB talk before they pick win total over/unders for every NFC team.(4:00) Leonard Fournette: What will his role with the Buccaneers be?(11:00) Joe Mixon: Chris was pumped to be on his hype video. Is Mixon better than Alvin Kamara?(18:00) Chris ranks his Top 5 RBs from the 2017 Draft class. Where does Dalvin Cook land?(22:00) Homies react to Chris' AFC Win Totals(23:45) NFC Win Totals - NFC East: Eagles 9.5, Cowboys 9.5, Giants 6.5, Washington 5.5(41:30) NFC North: Packers 8.5, Vikings 8.5, Bears 7.5, Lions 6.5(58:00) NFC South: Saints 10.5, Falcons 7.5, Buccaneers 9.5, Panthers 5.5(1:16:00) NFC West: 49ers 10.5, Seahawks 9.5, Rams 8.5, Cardinals 7.5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms and Ahmed tackle some big moves by the Jaguars before they pick over/unders on wins for every AFC team.(5:00) Yannick Ngakoue: What does he bring to the Vikings? What happened to the promising 2017 Jaguars defense?(19:30) Leonard Fournette: Why the the Jags cut him and where does he end up next?(27:15) AFC Win Totals - AFC East: Patriots over/under 9.5, Bills 8.5, Jets 6.5, Dolphins 6.5(39:45) AFC North: Ravens 11.5, Steelers 9.5, Browns 8.5, Bengals 5.5(56:10) AFC South: Texans 7.5, Titans 8.5, Colts 9.5, Jaguars 4.5(1:11:30) AFC West: Chiefs 11.5, Broncos 7.5, Raiders 7.5, Chargers 7.5(1:26:00) Best Bets: Chris and Ahmed give the two bets they're each most confident about Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms busts (or confirms) some big 2020 narratives before the guys welcome on Big Phil & Rotoworld fantasy analyst Josh Norris. Oh, and Ahmed raps.(4:05) Sports Boycotts: Chris & Ahmed touch on the news of the day and what it means for the NFL(12:15) Bust (or Trust?) The Narrative #1: The Texans offense will be worse without DeAndre Hopkins(16:30) Ahmed raps a new theme song(17:30) Narrative #2: Mike McCarthy solves the Cowboys problems(22:00) Narrative #3: Aaron Rodgers & the Packers are headed for a drama season(28:00) Big Phil joins and explains how Bill Parcells got him to be a more aggressive passer(39:00) Joe Judge: On why running laps could bring his team closer together(46:55) Playcalls: How did a playcall in Phil's old offense compare to a Gruden version?(58:00) Rotoworld's Josh Norris joins us to prep you for your fantasy season. Why should we draft RBs early, but QBs late? And we talk about Jalen Reagor, Justin Jefferson, Stefon Diggs, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Kyler Murray, Diontae Johnson, Chase Claypool (of course), Terry McLaurin, Henry Ruggs, and Josh Jacobs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris has some hard truths about Earl Thomas after the Ravens cut him. Then we hit the mailbag with an #AskMeAnything, along with your Obvious Movie Trivia questions for Ahmed. We end by building the offense for the Rapid City Rushmores.(2:45) Earl Thomas: How do the Ravens replace him? Where does he rank among safeties? What teams could use him?(23:05) #AskMeAnything begins with a shoutout(24:00) Jimmy Garoppolo: What did Bill Belichick see in him that made him want to replace Tom Brady?(30:10) Patriots: What's the worst-case scenario for them with Cam Newton this year?(31:20) Giants: Will Joe Judge surprise everyone this year? Why is he making players run laps?(36:40) Seahawks offense: What QBs could succeed in it?(40:15) 2020 Defenses: Will they have an early advantage with no preseason?(44:00) 2020 Leaders: Who will top the pass yds, rush yds, rec yds list?(53:00) 2020 Playoff Teams: Who didn't make it last year who could make it this year?(57:50) 2000 Ravens vs 2002 Bucs: Which was the better defense?(1:01:30) Super Bowl Winners: Who was the worst one in the last 20 years?(1:06:00) Obvious Movie Trivia: How little does Ahmed know about popular movies he hasn't seen?(1:09:50) Chris' Favorite Offense: We fill out half of the starting lineup for the Rapid City Rushmores Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Ahmed talk NBA jerseys before getting into some Virtual Training Camp Takeaways and an edition of Damn! Okay for rookie camp standouts. Plus, your best suggestions for the next bobblehead we add to the desk.(4:00) Injuries: Why are we seeing so many this week, and could we see more when the season starts?(14:15) Jarrett Stidham: How bad a sign are his early INTs?(21:00) Dwayne Haskins vs Alex Smith: Simms rants against isolated social media practice videos(25:45) Philip Rivers: Chris explains why he was yeling "flatten the route"(29:00) Stephon Gilmore: Can he really pick up on routes from Twitter videos?(31:20) Damn! Okay...Rookie Standouts: Cam Akers, Van Jefferson, Chase Claypool, Henry Ruggs, KJ Hamler, Cole Kmet, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, D'Andre Swift, AJ Terrell, Kyle Dugger, Antoine Winfield Jr.(1:03:00) QB School: Does Chris wish he had a different coach instead of Jon Gruden?(1:09:15) Bobbleheads: Your suggestion for our next addition to the desk Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris talks about being starstruck by Martha Stewart before the guys get into Training Camp Battles and a big weekend for Legs & Ass.(6:15) Alex Smith: He's back after almost losing his life to football, a story Chris can relate to. Can he beat out Dwayne Haskins and where does he rank in the Simms Top 40 QB list?(18:00) Training Camp Battles, Patriots QB: Cam Newton vs Jarrett Stidham(25:15) Dolphins QB: Tua Tagovailoa vs Ryan Fitzpatrick(27:30) Bears QB: Mitchell Trubisky vs Nick Foles(30:00) Raiders QB: Derek Carr vs Marcus Mariota(33:45) Colts RB: Marlon Mack vs Jonathan Taylor(36:15) Broncos RB: Melvin Gordon vs Phillip Lindsay(40:20) Lions RB: Kerryon Johnson vs D'Andre Swift(42:45) Rams RB: Darrell Henderson vs Malcolm Brown vs Cam Akers(48:15) Raiders WRs: Henry Ruggs III vs Bryan Edwards vs Tyrell Williams vs Hunter Renfrow vs Nelson Agholor(52:45) Eagles WR: Jalen Reagor vs J.J. Arcega-Whiteside(57:15) Saints LB: Alex Anzalone vs Nigel Bradham vs. Zack Baun(59:45) Bills CB2 Levi Wallace vs Josh Norman(1:05:00) Legs & Ass: Chris is proud to be known as the "legs & ass" guy. AJ Dillon & Jordyn Brooks impress.(1:13:30) George Kittle vs Travis Kelce: The homies pushed back on Chris putting Kittle over Kelce. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris spoke to one of the top 2 safeties in the NFL, Derwin James. But first Simms and Ahmed vent about pool hygiene.(7:15) Hard Knocks: After seeing Aaron Donald is afraid of needles, does he still make Chris' Zombie Apocalypse team?(18:15) Big Phil: Joins to talk about how impressed he was with Anthony Lynn & Sean McVay.(25:00) Derwin James: Chris interviews the Chargers star safety, who spoke about his favorite play he's made in the NFL and his approach against Patrick Mahomes.(50:15) Patriots defense: Will Bill Belichick move to a 4-3 instead of a 3-4 because of the shortened offseason?(55:15) Games without fans: How much will it affect the game? Phil tells us the only time the crowd noise changed his game.(1:04:45) Big Phil Storytime: The time he went to the hospital and used the broadcast booth to contact his family.(1:09:30) George Kittle: He broke the record for TE contracts, but is he still underpaid?(1:18:30) Everson Griffen: How big an addition is he for the Cowboys D-line? And where do the Seahawks go from here?(1:24:30) Create-A-Team: Chris & Ahmed brainstorm a 33rd team for the NFL Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Ahmed swap stories about struggles without electricity before they dive into the mailbag.(6:20) Strongest arm: What's the difference between throwing it farther vs harder?(18:30) Pass routes: What was Chris' favorite one to throw as a QB? And he gives his favorite Patriots play.(26:30) Bill Belichick: How much communication did Chris have with him when when he worked with the Pats?(30:30) Russell Wilson: What year should he have gotten an MVP vote?(35:00) 2020 NFL season: Why should we be optimistic it's going to happen?(39:30) NFC West vs AFC West: Which division is more likely to have all 4 teams make the playoffs?(43:45) Vic Fangio: Is he the right head coach for the Broncos young offense?(47:30) Kliff Kingsbury: Is he going to change his offense now that he has DeAndre Hopkins?(50:45) JK Dobbins: Will he take over as the Ravens #1 RB?(54:30) Tattoo: Is there a sporting event that would make Chris get another tattoo?(58:50) Chris' future: Does he think he'll ever work in the NFL again?(1:01:30) Andrew Luck: If he unretired, where would he rank in the Simms Top 40 QB list?(1:06:00) Bears QB Competition: Is it crazy to think Mitchell Trubisky can beat out Nick Foles?(1:11:30) Self-scout Thyself: What was Chris' strength and weakness when he was playing?(1:15:15) Pizza: What is Simms' favorite? And Ahmed reveals some shocking pizza habits. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A hurricane has driven Ahmed back to our desk, and Big Phil joins us to talk about teams that should be interested in Antonio Brown.(3:15) Homies on Most Talented Rosters: Chris defends Ahmed putting the Chargers #5. And where do the Bills and Packers rank?(10:45) Antonio Brown: Simms posted a poll, and was surprised by how few fans would want to sign him. What is the ideal landing spot for him?(21:15) Big Phil joins: Should the Ravens or 49ers sign AB?(29:00) Derek Carr: "He is the least of the Raiders worries"(35:20) Dak Prescott: "I'm a big believer in him"(41:45) Opt outs: Phil reflects on the uncertainty of this season compared to the strike seasons of the '80s(54:15) Josh Allen vs Patrick Mahomes: Who has the strongest arm?(1:06:20) Washington's helmet: Does it make Ahmed's Top 5? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys dive into opt outs, the most talented teams in the NFL, and finally settle the Mascot Wars. But first, Ahmed discovers he might have been bamboozled by the deodorant industry.(3:45) Opt outs: What team has the biggest on-field loss? What is Chris hearing from coaches around the league?(19:10) Patriots: Why did they have so many players opt out? And why shouldn't they panic?(28:00) CJ Mosley: "The Jets lost their 2 best defensive players in consecutive weeks."(32:15) Devin Funchess: "This makes the Packers draft look worse now."(34:30) Damien Williams: "Clyde Edwards-Helaire is going to be a superstar."(37:15) Nate Solder: "Andrew Thomas will be ready to go."(42:00) Top 5 Teams With The Most Talent(1:07:55) Mascot Battle Royale: We finally crown a winner, and why the Giants are the first team out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms and Ahmed hit the mailbag with an #AskMeAnything, and welcome Big Phil back to the show.(2:40) NFC West: Does the Jamal Adams trade push the Seahawks above the 49ers?(6:30) Seattle scheme: Who plays the Kam Chancellor role for the 7 teams that run it?(12:00) 49ers defense: If Chris isn't high on the Seattle scheme, what would he run instead?(14:30) Big Phil busts into the pod, with some high praise for the Ravens(19:00) Patrick Mahomes: How was he ranked #4 in the league by his peers?(24:15) Lamar Jackson: Is he the James Harden of the NFL?(26:30) Davante Adams: Big Phil weighs in on Chris' Top 10 WR list(30:50) Offensive & Defensive Minds: Which 2 would Chris and Phil choose to mold their squads?(37:45) Bill Belichick: Do we overlook his bad roster moves because of his great coaching?(44:00) Sleeper MVP candidates: Matthew Stafford? Josh Allen? Philip Rivers?(48:30) Jamal Adams: Big Phil tells a story about George Adams that likely shaped the former Jets safety(54:40) Fantasy picks: Chris gives some insight into potential breakouts like Josh Jacobs, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman, Chase Claypool, and Bryan Edwards(58:45) Rookie WRs: Who will have the best numbers at the end of the year?(1:02:45) Zombie apocalypse: Chris creates his 5-man SWAT team(1:08:00) #3 TE: After George Kittle and Travis Kelce, is Zach Ertz the next-best TE in the NFL?(1:10:20) Roy Williams: What derailed his career?(1:13:00) Simms' Best WR: Who was the best receiver Chris ever threw to? Joey Galloway? Brandon Marshall? Randy Moss? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a day of reactions for Simms and Ahmed: to the Jamal Adams trade, to Chris' conversation with Kyle Shanahan, and to players mad about the Simms Top 10 WR list.(4:20) Jamal Adams: Simms reacts to the trade and defends Adam Gase(22:00) Seattle scheme: Chris explains it, which teams use it, and ranks the most important positions in the defense(38:00) Kyle Shanahan takeaways: When did Chris know Kyle was a "psycho"? Does he share his Jimmy G optimism?(55:45) Buttoning up: Chris explains when he started buttoning the top button(59:00) Top 10 WR Reactions: Davante Adams, Jarvis Landry, and Keenan Allen had comments, and Chris defends himself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 167 episodes, Kyle Shanahan finally returns for another appearance on the podcast. He talks about getting over the Super Bowl loss and preparing for a season unlike any other.(1:15) Fashion: Chris grills Kyle on his "look"(6:15) Career: What Kyle learned from his father, Jon Gruden, Monte Kiffin & other coaching mentors(17:00) Xs and Os: How he organizes his playbook for gameday to "crack the code"(22:15) Seattle scheme: Why Kyle prefers it for his defense(27:45) 2019 season: How Kyle knew his defense was elite way back in Training Camp, the impact of the Emmanuel Sanders trade, and Jimmy Garoppolo's improvement(35:40) Super Bowl LIV: How he got over the depression of the loss and if he's watched the game with the team yet(40:15) 2020 expectations: Is this year "Super Bowl or bust"?(43:20) Coaching: How Kyle builds his style on being honest to players(49:45) Jimmy Garoppolo: Why he's just getting started(53:15) 3rd & 15: At what point of the Super Bowl did Kyle say "Oh no"?(55:15) COVID-19: How Kyle is preparing for the season and why he's more optimistic since arriving to the facility(1:01:00) Preseason games: Why he's glad they were canceled this year Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(3:00) Simms Top 10 Wide Receivers: Chris explains his gripe with Madden ratings and the logic behind his list(10:30) WR #10 Courtland Sutton (16:45) WR #9 Stefon Diggs(22:00) WR #8 Amari Cooper(26:30) WR #7 A.J. Green(31:15) WR #6 Odell Beckham Jr.(37:00) WR #5 DeAndre Hopkins(44:00) WR #4 Mike Evans(49:15) WR #3 Michael Thomas(55:00) WR #2 Julio Jones(58:00) WR #1 Tyreek Hill(1:03:30) Missed the cut: DJ Moore, DK Metcalf, Davante Adams, T.Y. Hilton, Adam Thielen, Chris Godwin, DeVante Parker, Terry McLaurin, Kenny Golladay, Allen Robinson, AJ Brown, Deebo Samuel(1:08:00) Ahmed's 99 Club Don't forget the punters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back, baby! After a 2-week break, Chris & Ahmed return to hit on the big stories we missed (Cam to Pats, Mahomes' big deal, Washington's name change) & tackle other #AskMeAnything questions from the homies.(3:45) @SimmsHomies: Chris gets his own fan account(6:00) Training camps: Why do players need even more time to prepare for this season?(11:30) Cam to the Pats: Is he guaranteed to be the starter? Was this Belichick’s plan all along? Is Jarrett Stidham still the future? Are the Bills or the Pats favorites in the AFC East?(30:15) Mahomes' big contract: "One of the most team-friendly deals we've ever seen."(35:45) Dak's contract negotiations: Why did Mahomes' contract hurt Prescott's leverage?(39:00) Chiefs: Should we give Mahomes less credit because of his weapons?(47:15) Best O-lineman: Chris names his top guys at each position. Are left tackles still more important than right tackles?(54:15) Washington name change: What should their new mascot be?(1:01:00) Madden Top 10 QB Ratings: Where does Chris disagree?(1:05:45) 2020 QBs: Who will lead the league in TD passes? How about INT?(1:10:30) Ravens: Are they the most talented team in the NFL?(1:13:00) Switching fandom: Chris talks a Packers fan off the ledge(1:15:00) 49ers: Should Raheem Mostert have demanded a trade? And why does Kyle Shanahan like the Seattle defense despite Chris always bashing it?(1:21:40) Seahawks: Is there any chance they (or any NFL team) sign Antonio Brown?(1:24:45) Mascot Pro Bowl: “I’m putting my money on any human” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before Chris starts his vacation, he, Ahmed & Big Phil take questions from the homies as they react to the full Simms Top 40 QB Countdown.(4:00) Tom Brady & Drew Brees: Does Chris underrate their mental strengths?(11:30) Adam Lefkoe weighs in on Aaron Rodgers, and Chris calls blasphemy(14:40) Deshaun Watson: Is the Texans offensive scheme doing enough for him?(17:45) Patrick Mahomes: Why was he drifting in the pocket last year?(19:40) Big Phil would make a switch in the Simms Top 5(30:45) Lamar Jackson: Where does he rank on just his throwing?(37:45) Russell Wilson: How is his offense handicapping him?(49:45) How the Simms family was photo-bombed by a dog(53:30) Big Phil makes Chris tell an embarrassing wiffle ball story(58:00) A homie suggests a Simms song for Russell Wilson(1:00:45) Tua Tagovailoa: Does he have a Top 5 ceiling?(1:06:30) Top 5 Fan Bases Maddest at Chris(1:16:30) Cam Newton: What if he doesn't play this year?(1:19:30) Jameis Winston: What if we could eliminate all his flaws? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris reveals his top 5 passers in the NFL as we finish the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown. And Paul has some trivia for the fab 5.(4:15) Homies react: What does Cam Newton do better than Kyler Murray? Why is Matthew Stafford behind the less-talented Matt Ryan? Why is Carson Wentz ahead of Dak Prescott?(16:00) QB #5 Lamar Jackson: What can he improve to jump into the Top 3?(29:15) QB #4 Deshaun Watson: Why DeAndre Hopkins' departure might be a blessing in disguise(38:00) QB #3 Aaron Rodgers: "For the first time since 2010, I don't think he's the best in the game."(51:45) QB #2 Russell Wilson: Are the Seahawks setting him up to succeed?(1:05:45) QB #1 Patrick Mahomes: "There is no weakness to his game. None."(1:17:15) QB Jeopardy: Simms Top 5 QBs (plus a wild card) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're nearing the end of the Simms Top 10 QB Countdown, as Chris and Ahmed reveal numbers 10 to 6.(3:00) Homies react: How would Ryan Tannehill do without Derrick Henry? Where's Jacoby Brissett? Where would Simms have ranked himself in his prime? And Ahmed catches some backlash from jorts-lovers.(19:45) QB #10 Cam Newton: If he's a Top 10 QB, why did the Panthers let him go?(34:00) QB #9 Matthew Stafford: "Last year he was out-of-this-world good with a new playing style."(44:30) QB #8 Dak Prescott: "I like Andy Dalton. But he ain't Dak Prescott."(55:30) QB #7 Matt Ryan: Why Chris is even more impressed with him after his MVP season.(1:06:30) QB #6 Carson Wentz: "Nick Foles? They're not in the same stratosphere."(1:20:15) Talkin' Baseball: Ahmed & Chris are angry with one of their favorite sports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris reacts to some Brady & Brees backlash before he reveals the next 4 QBs in his countdown. And then Paul gives him his toughest round of QB Jeopardy yet.(4:00) Homies react: Why Philip Rivers over Jimmy Garoppolo? Did Chris ever say Michael Thomas was good because of Drew Brees? Can we blame Tom Brady's receivers for his struggles last year?(20:15) QB #14 Ben Roethlisberger: Should we be concerned about his health and supporting cast?(30:45) QB #13 Kirk Cousins: Why does he catch so much flack?(39:45) QB #12 Kyler Murray: Is he a Top 5 MVP candidate this season?(51:15) QB #11 Ryan Tannehill: Why was he better last year than with the Dolphins?(1:04:15) QB Jeopardy: QBs on their Second Stop Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year, Chris was bashed in the summer and vindicated in the fall for his ranking of Drew Brees & Tom Brady. So bring on the backlash.(2:00) Homies react: Did Daniel Jones rack up stats in garbage time? Should the Browns have drafted Josh Allen over Baker Mayfield? A stat fight over Jimmy Garoppolo's deep passing. And Raiders Nation isn't as mean as they say.(25:30) QB #18 Josh Allen: "He's not scared of any throw."(33:45) Ahmed's Top 5 QBs in shorts(37:00) QB #17 Philip Rivers: "He can still make a lot of plays."(45:45) QB #16 Drew Brees: "The Saints wouldn't be pushing him out the door for Taysom Hill if he was still a Top 5 quarterback."(56:00) QB #15 Tom Brady: "Teams don't let Top 10 quarterbacks go." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris & Paul reveal 4 more names in the Top 40 QB Countdown, as 2nd Round picks are a theme of the day.(2:30) Homies: If Joe Burrow's O-line was that bad, why did they win awards last season? And why does Jared Goff rank behind Sam Darnold when he's accomplished so much more?(11:30) QB #22 Daniel Jones: When did Chris know he was wrong about his draft evaluation of him?(23:45) QB #21 Baker Mayfield: It's nuts to think this is a make-or-break year for him.(33:45) QB #20: Jimmy Garoppolo: "There's some doubt there or they wouldn't have flirted with Tom Brady."(46:45) QB #19: Derek Carr: "A better athlete with a better arm than Jimmy G."(58:45) QB Jeopardy: 2nd Round Draft Picks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drew Brees' comments are dominating the NFL landscape and Chris & Ahmed touch on them before they get back into the Top 40 QB Countdown with Big Phil.(7:00) Chris tells a few stories about teammates' encounters with racism(13:30) Homies: We shout out a very committed fan, and Chris defends his ranking of Andy Dalton & Gardner Minshew(20:00) Speaking of Minshew, Producer Pete Damalitilitis reveals his QB Facial Hair Power Rankings(29:00) QB #26 Joe Burrow: "The ceiling is he could be Peyton Manning."(39:00) QB #25 Drew Lock: Chris could see some monster stats for him this year.(48:15) QB #24 Jared Goff: "He doesn't make enough plays for me to put him in the Top 20."(1:08:00) Trivia: Name the 5 Cal QBs who have started a Super Bowl(1:10:45) QB #23 Sam Darnold: "He is a master Jedi in the pocket." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris reveals four more names in his Top 40 QB Countdown, and Paul has some trivia on journeymen who you’ll find high up on the all-time passing yards list.(2:30) Chris responds to questions about his rankings for Jarrett Stidham & Nick Foles(10:00) QB #30 Gardner Minshew II: Will he still be the Jaguars starting QB 3 years from now?(22:45) QB #29 Teddy Bridgewater: Does he need to play more aggressively with the Panthers?(34:30) QB #28 Ryan Fitzpatrick: Why did he rise 7 spots from last year?(44:30) QB #27 Andy Dalton: Is his future more Teddy Bridgewater or Jon Kitna?(53:30) Simms breaks down the difference between the Jon Gruden West Coast offense & Josh McDaniels Patriots offense(1:04:30) QB Jeopardy: All-time Journeymen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We reveal another 5 names in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, with Big Phil weighing in. (2:45) The homies & haters react to Chris' ranking of Tua Tagovailoa, Dwayne Haskins & Mitchell Trubisky(17:15) QB #35 Jarrett Stidham: Why he's a much better prospect than his draft pick indicates.(24:15) QB #34 Tyrod Taylor: "I think he can take the Chargers to the playoffs. But will that be enough?"(32:30) Big Phil has thoughts on the 4th-and-15 onside kick alternative that did not pass today.(49:30) QB #33 Jameis Winston: Why Sean Payton could resurrect his career(1:02:45) QB #32 Case Keenum: Why he could put pressure on Baker Mayfield (1:11:00) QB #31 Nick Foles: “I think he’ll take the Bears job Week 1 and run with it.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris reveals the first 5 names of the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown, while Paul is all about alliteration.(2:00) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown: Chris explains his thought process(5:50) QB #40 Tua Tagovailoa: Are injuries his biggest red flag?(17:30) QB #39 Dwayne Haskins: Does he have the worst supporting cast in the NFL?(25:00) QB #38 Mitchell Trubisky: Chris doesn’t let Matt Nagy off the hook(35:45) QB #37 Justin Herbert: Does he start more games than Tyrod Taylor?(47:15) QB #36 Taysom Hill: “He’s on his way to being the starting QB for the Saints in 2021”(58:30) QB Jeopardy: How well does Chris know the QB classes of 2018 & 2019? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown coming next week, he and Ahmed first take a look at last year's rankings. Then they hit the mailbag for an #AskMeAnything.(3:30) Tom Brady has solved a problem that Chris is familiar with from his time as a Buccaneers QB(12:15) Simms Top 40 QB Countdown Preview: Taking a look back at Chris' 2019 list. Some Brady/Brees vindication, and why didn't Chris have Lamar Jackson higher?(17:10) #AskMeAnything: @thederekquinn "Who do you think will be the most improved QBs in the NFL this season?"(21:30) @Woolsdan1 "With Mitch Trubisky regressing, who is most responsible?" And why the Bears should just start Nick Foles.(27:00) a_dubzero "What’s up with Jimmy Garoppolo and the deep ball?"(33:00) Feeet "Who is going to crash the playoffs?"(36:45) @realEdwardMason "What stat would you like to see be officially recorded?"(43:15) @ConnerMcGinnis "Who are 1 or 2 WRs that could be this draft's Kevin White?" Chris has concerns about Jalen Reagor & Laviska Shenault Jr.(47:50) Ahmed tries to recruit more people to #TeamBidet(49:50) @benp0218 "Who is the one draft prospect where you think 'how did I miss that'?" Chris talks about his scouting mistakes with Dak Prescott & Greg Robinson.(51:45) UF Jeff "What are the first things to watch for when trying to understand the game better?"(57:30) Finn Weeks "What did it take for you to do the Lowe's ad with Kurt Warner?"(1:00:15) @oconnelldarragh "If you could pick where you would have been drafted, where would you have gone?"(1:03:15) @coacharmijo "My wife wants to know: who's your barber?"(1:05:45) @bcurtis112 asks Ahmed about Michigan beaches(1:08:20) Chris talks some Yankees memories about the Jeffrey Maier game Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an effort to build his perfect team, Chris chooses the best team at every position group in the NFL. What team has the best QB room? D-line? WR corps? And in another edition of QB Jeopardy, Paul again tries to stump Simms by testing how well he knows his dad's career.(3:40) Simms City: Building the perfect team(8:30) Quarterbacks(17:00) Defensive line(25:15) Defensive backs(34:20) Offensive line(42:00) Wide receivers(53:00) Tight ends(1:03:00) Special teams(1:05:00) Running backs(1:12:30) Linebackers(1:21:20) QB Jeopardy: Big Phil Simms’ career Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rams new uniforms gets Chris & Ahmed to rank the NFL's 5 best. Then Big Phil calls in to talk gamechangers and answer some #AskMeAnything questions.(3:00) Unofficial Uniform Police: Rams unveil a new look, and Chris has an unpopular opinion(8:00) Best and worst new uniforms of the offseason(10:30) Top 5 Uniforms: Chris & Ahmed give their picks(32:15) Gamechangers: Big Phil joins to talk about the NFL’s biggest gamechangers, both then and now(48:30) Cam Newton: What team could handle him as a backup?(56:30) #AskMeAnything: Who will the bottom 5 teams be this season?(1:03:30) Bengals: Do they sneakily have the best WR corps in the NFL?(1:13:15) QB scouting: Chris throws cold water on the “it factor”(1:23:15) Who is Chris’ favorite non-football athlete? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris & Paul have a jam-packed pod full of 2020 Schedule takeaways, a 2016 Re-Draft & QB trivia.(4:15) 2020 Schedule release: Best games of Week 1, Teams with toughest & easiest September(31:15) Dak Prescott: Maybe on the verge of signing the richest contract in NFL history, where does Simms rank Dak among starting QBs?(46:00) 2016 Re-Draft: Chris & Paul re-do the Top 10 picks: Where does Dak & Carson Wentz go? And go Jared Goff & Ezekiel Elliott make the cut?(1:21:40) QB Jeopardy: Paul tries to stump Simms on trivia about his 2003 QB draft class. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Phil is back to help answer your questions in a father-son #AskMeAnything. And Chris & Paul redo the Top 10 picks of the 2017 Draft.(9:55) Big Phil storytime: Missing golf with Lawrence Taylor & Michael Jordan and taking hits from Reggie White, Mark Gastineau, Kevin Greene & Richard Dent(24:30) What is Chris & Phil's most frivolous purchase?(28:10) Colts: Why did they commit to Philip Rivers when they could have had Jameis Winston or Andy Dalton?(34:50) Dolphins: Is there a big transition if they go to left-handed Tua Tagovailoa midseason?(41:20) Phil wonders if the Cowboys & Dak Prescott negotiations could be getting personal(58:40) 2017 Re-Draft: Chris & Paul redo the Top 10 picks of the 2017 Draft. Where does Christian McCaffrey rank and does Alvin Kamara make the cut? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who are the best backup QBs, today and all-time? Chris & Ahmed give their lists. And Ahmed FINALLY watched The Godfather, so he gives us his review (spoiler alert!).(3:20) Remembering Don Shula(9:00) Top 10 Backup QBs: Chris ranks the best ones in the NFL today(56:50) Top 5 Backup QBs All-Time: Ahmed reveals his list(1:13:10) #AskMeAnything: Can Lamar Jackson surpass Patrick Mahomes?(1:17:00) Ahmed Watched a Movie: The Godfather Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a way-too-long absence, the Big Effer Phil Simms makes his triumphant return to the podcast. He, Chris and Ahmed talk Andy Dalton's release and dive into the mailbag to answer your post-Draft questions.(3:00) Phil is a fan of old jerseys and robes(6:40) Andy Dalton - What is his Bengals legacy? Where does he end up? Why aren't the Patriots a fit?(15:50) Phil weighs in on the Packers drafting Jordan Love (23:30) Eagles: What is their logic behind drafting Jalen Hurts?(30:10) Giants: How far are they from contending?(34:20) Big Phil has a messy sideline story(41:50) Could an all-rookie team coached by Bill Belichick win the Super Bowl?(51:00) What future draft prospects stuck out to Chris while he was scouting the 2020 class?(53:50) Bears: Was it dumb for them to draft Cole Kmet?(56:20) Denzel Mims: Is there any similarity between his draft fall and DK Metcalf's?(58:30) Brandon Aiyuk: Why was Kyle Shanahan ready to take him at #13?(1:04:30) Josh Jacobs: Where would he rank in the 2020 Draft class?(1:06:50) Bills: Will Zack Moss be a bell-cow RB?(1:09:20) Are Jameis Winston's numbers not much different from young Peyton Manning's?(1:13:15) Which rookie QBs might make Chris' Top 40 QBs list?(1:15:45) Would Chris ever become a GM? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the 2020 Draft in the books, Chris goes position-by-position to give his best picks through all 7 rounds. Then he and Paul give the Top 5 Draft Classes they liked.(1:55) Virtual draft could change the way NFL teams work moving forward(5:35) Chris’ favorite WR pick: Chase Claypool Round 2 to Steelers(9:00) Why didn’t the Packers draft a WR?(13:20) Broncos, Raiders and the AFC West arms race(16:45) Favorite OL: Jedrick Wills 10th overall to Browns(19:35) Favorite QB: James Morgan Round 4 to Jets(21:30) How will the Eagles use Jalen Hurts?(24:00) Chris rants about Jake Fromm (27:00) Favorite RB: Jonathan Taylor Round 2 to Colts(29:40) Favorite TE: Devin Asiasi Round 3 to Patriots(31:40) Favorite EDGE: Terrell Lewis Round 3 to Rams(34:20) Favorite CB: Kristian Fulton Round 2 to Titans(36:35) Favorite S: Antoine Winfield Jr. Round 2 to Buccaneers(39:00) Favorite DT: Neville Gallimore Round 3 to Cowboys(42:00) Favorite LB: Kenneth Murray 23rd overall to Chargers(45:00) Top 5 Draft Classes: Chris & Paul pick the teams who did the best job this weekend Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris & Paul react to Round 1 of the 2020 Draft, including Tua being drafted ahead of Herbert and the Packers drafting Aaron Rodgers' successor instead of drafting him help. The guys also wind through a memorable WR class and give their Top 5 Favorite Picks.(4:00) Tua Tagovailoa 5th to Dolphins: “Risky”(8:45) Justin Herbert 6th to Chargers: How soon will he start?(11:50) Jordan Love 26th to Packers: “I hate it”(23:40) Joe Burrow 1st to Bengals: “Baller. Peyton Manning.”(28:00) Henry Ruggs III 12th to Raiders: “Straight speed”(30:25) Jerry Jeudy 15th to Broncos: “Refined, ready-to-go”(32:00) CeeDee Lamb 17th to Cowboys: “Slam dunk WR of the draft”(33:25) Jalen Reagor 21st to Eagles: “They overdrafted him”(34:50) Justin Jefferson 22nd to Vikings: “Could be a better than Stefon Diggs”(37:10) Brandon Aiyuk 25th to 49ers: “Shanahan thinks he can be Isaac Bruce”(41:25) Offensive tackles: “All 3 of these guys have Hall of Fame potential”(46:55) Chris grades the Dolphins 3 first rounders(50:40) Best Round 1 of team with multiple picks(55:05) Damon Arnette 19th to Raiders: “This was a severe overreach”(58:10) Top 5 Favorite Picks: Paul & Chris give their best of Round 1(1:13:30) Best Players Available in Round 2: Antoine Winfield Jr, Xavier McKinney, Kristian Fulton and more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oh baby, it's Mock Draft time! On the eve of the 2020 Draft, Simms predicts how Round 1 will unfold. How far does Tua Tagovailoa slide? Does someone trade up for a big-name wideout like Jerry Jeudy? And Chris has a big surprise in the Top 10.(6:50) #1 - Bengals: QB Joe Burrow(8:30) #2 - Redskins: EDGE Chase Young(9:30) #3 - Lions: CB Jeffrey Okudah(13:10) #4 - Giants: OT Jedrick Wills Jr.(16:10) #5 - Dolphins: QB Justin Herbert(21:05) #6 - Chargers: OT Andrew Thomas(23:15) #7 - Panthers: DT Derrick Brown(24:20) #8 - Cardinals: WR CeeDee Lamb(27:05) #9 - Jaguars: DT Javon Kinlaw(29:25) #10 - TRADE! Raiders (from CLE): WR Jerry Jeudy(32:40) #11 - Jets: OT Mekhi Becton(35:00) #12 - Browns (from LV): LB Isaiah Simmons(38:05) #13 - TRADE! Jaguars (from SF): QB Tua Tagovailoa(43:00) #14 - Buccaneers: OT Tristan Wirfs(45:15) #15 - Broncos: LB Patrick Queen(48:30) #16 - Falcons: CB CJ Henderson(50:55) #17 - Cowboys: EDGE K'Lavon Chaisson(54:00) #18 - Dolphins: S Antoine Winfield Jr.(55:45) #19 - Raiders: CB AJ Terrell(57:35) #20 - 49ers (from JAX): WR Henry Ruggs III(59:45) #21 - Eagles: WR Justin Jefferson(1:01:10) #22 - Vikings: CB Kristian Fulton(1:02:20) #23 - Patriots: TE Cole Kmet(1:05:15) #24 - Saints: LB Kenneth Murray(1:07:20) #25 - Vikings: EDGE Yetur Gross-Matos(1:10:35) #26 - Dolphins: OT Josh Jones(1:12:05) #27 - Seahawks: DT Neville Gallimore(1:14:10) #28 -Ravens: LB Zack Baun(1:15:45) #29 - Titans: S Xavier McKinney(1:19:00) #30 - Packers: DT Raekwon Davis(1:22:15) #31 - 49ers: CB Trevon Diggs(1:23:50) #32 - Chiefs: RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s 4/20, which is significant to Chris for some reason. It’s significant to Ahmed because it marks the end of Chris’ draft ranks. We talk O-linemen and then run through some sleeper prospects in Robin Hood: Draft Edition.(2:20) Guess what day it is??? 😊(6:10) The Unofficial Uniform Police react to the Patriots going full Color Rush(9:00) Homies react to LB Ranks: Sellout Simms goes consensus again!(13:30) Homies react to DT Ranks: Should the Colts have drafted a DT instead of trading for DeForest Buckner?(17:20) OL #5 Cesar Ruiz: “I think he’s drafted in the 25-to-45 range”(24:15) OL #4 Tristan Wirfs: “There’s a lack of foot quickness for him to be an NFL tackle at first”(30:40) OL #3 Andrew Thomas: “He has all the traits to be a franchise LT for a long long time”(36:30) OL #2 Mekhi Becton: “I’m not gonna be mad if he goes #4 to the Giants. He’s deserving of that.”(45:15) OL #1 Jedrick Wills: “He could be the best right tackle in all of football”(49:40) Honorable mentions: Chris is high on Josh Jones & Robert Hunt, down on Austin Jackson(56:45) Robin Hood: Draft Edition – Chris sheds a light on some sleepers outside his Top 5 lists(1:19:30) Why is 4/20 significant? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms is cranking through the film and he reveals his Top 5 DT & LB prospects to Ahmed, including the closest 1-2 ranking he's had to do this year.(1:55) The "Unofficial Jersey Police" weigh in on the Browns new uniforms(4:30) Homies react to CB Ranks: Is Chris underrating Jeffrey Okudah's athleticism?(11:35) Homies react to S Ranks: Why wasn't Grant Delpit or Jeremy Chinn in Chris' Top 5?(16:35) DT #5 Jordan Elliott: "Reminds me of Sheldon Richardson"(22:50) DT #4 Raekwon Davis: "This is a Richard Seymour, Muhammad Wilkerson type of guy"(28:00) DT #3 Neville Gallimore: "His pass rush ability is every bit as good as Aaron Donald"(32:20) DT #2 Javon Kinlaw: "Can’t miss, no brainer in the Top 10"(38:15) DT #1 Derrick Brown: "He’s the 25-years-later, bigger version of Warren Sapp” (45:10) Honorable mention: Ross Blacklock "A little bit of Elliott & Gallimore"(49:10) LB #5 Josh Uche: "Out of this world strength for his size"(53:45) LB #4 Zack Baun: "He's Kyle Van Noy…he’s got Patriots written all over him"(59:45) LB #3 Kenneth Murray: "A slam dunk Top 25 pick"(1:04:45) LB #2 Patrick Queen: "He’s as athletically gifted as Devin White”(1:10:45) LB #1 Isaiah Simmons: "He's like a praying mantis with lots of muscles"(1:14:30) Where will Isaiah Simmons be drafted?(1:18:50) Honorable mentions: Jordyn Brooks, Malik Harrison, Akeem Davis-Gaither Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It takes a megapod to reveal Chris' Top 5 CBs & Safeties in the 2020 Draft.(4:00) Homies react to RB Ranks: Defending Clyde Edwards-Helaire(13:10) CB #5 Trevon Diggs: "Maybe the best 50/50 ball skills of any corner in the Draft"(19:40) CB #4 Kristian Fulton: "I wish there was a half or more of a rocket up his ass"(25:30) CB #3 Jeffrey Okudah: "He's a Top 15 pick. There's no way I'd pick him Top 5."(37:20) CB #2 A.J. Terrell: "Clemson treated him like he’s Jalen Ramsey or Darrelle Revis”(46:00) CB #1 CJ Henderson: "The physical mobility jumps off the screen"(52:20) Should the Lions draft a CB at #3 or trade down?(59:00) Safety rankings: Why Chris is ranking Isaiah Simmons as a linebacker(1:03:15) S #5 Ashtyn Davis: "He has a Swiss Army Knife toolset"(1:09:15) S #4 Kyle Dugger: "I think he’s a first round specimen"(1:14:00) S #3 Julian Blackmon: "I feel like this guy goes somewhere in the Top 45 picks"(1:20:00) S #2 Xavier McKinney: "The 0-to-60 was special"(1:27:15) S #1 Antoine Winfield Jr.: "Damn, I’m watching Earl Thomas at Texas right now"(1:38:30) Who has been Chris' favorite prospect in the draft to watch so far? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms gives his Top 5 RBs in the 2020 Draft, and Ahmed gives his Top 5 RBs in the NFL right now.(3:15) Bucs new uniforms: Chris & Ahmed officially move them out of the bottom 5(5:45) Homies react to Edge Draft Ranks: Where are the angry tweets?(11:20) State of the Running Back: Should teams give a 2nd contract to any RB?(18:45) Honorable mention: Cam Akers "Reminds me of Lamar Miller or Damien Williams"(23:00) RB #5 D'Andre Swift: "I like the player, but everyone has overhyped him”(29:25) RB #4 Zack Moss: "Reminded me of Le’Veon Bell or Frank Gore”(34:00) RB #3 J.K. Dobbins: "Elite game-breaking type speed"(38:00) RB #2 Jonathan Taylor: "The best power runner in this class, and maybe the best home-run hitter too”(44:10) RB #1 Clyde Edwards-Helaire: "Honestly, I don't think it's close"(53:30) Who has the safest floor? Highest ceiling?(55:40) What teams could draft an RB in Round 1?(58:30) Who would Chris rank higher: Edwards-Helaire this year or Josh Jacobs last year?(59:40) Honorable mentions: AJ Dillon, Ke'Shawn Vaughn, Lamical Perine, Darrynton Evans and "diamond in the rough" Anthony McFarland(1:01:30) Ahmed releases his Top 5 RBs in the NFL today Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris reveals his Top 5 EDGE players in the Draft, but first he and Paul discuss an update to his QB rankings.(1:45) Chris likes the Buccaneers "new" uniforms(3:45) With some help from Philip Simms, Chris shows off his stolen Broncos photos(7:20) QB Ranks Update: Chris flips Tua Tagovailoa & Jordan Love(15:00) The 2020 Edge rusher class is deeper than Chris expected(18:00) EDGE #5 - Yetur Gross-Matos "The film underwhelmed me"(24:00) EDGE #4 - Terrell Lewis "He reminds me of JPP & DeMarcus Ware."(31:00) EDGE #3 - A.J. Epenesa "One of the slam-dunk safest picks of the draft"(40:00) EDGE #2 - K’Lavon Chaisson "He's the most naturally gifted pass rusher in this draft"(46:30) EDGE #1 - Chase Young "This is super freak territory"(50:15) If Chris were the Redskins GM, would he pass on Chase Young to trade down?(57:00) Honorable mentions: Jabari Zuniga "He reminds me of Michael Strahan"(59:45) Julian Okwara "One of the more natural pass rushers in the draft"(1:02:00) Josh Uche "He's kind of like the Tasmanian Devil"(1:04:45) Darrell Taylor "He's a Baltimore Ravens-type outside linebacker" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris responds to the Jerry Jeudy uproar before he and Ahmed dish out more hygiene tips.(4:25) WR Draft Ranks: How did Chris leave Jerry Jeudy out of his Top 5 when some fans see him as the next Stefon Diggs or Jerry Rice?(16:00) 49ers: Could they take Jeudy in the first round?(17:10) Raiders: Chris sees a couple WRs who Jon Gruden might like in Round 1(20:05) Route-running is overrated: Who are some WRs who improved once they hit the NFL?(24:30) Bill Belichick’s successor: Will it be Steve Belichick or Josh McDaniels?(26:55) Hygiene: Chris suggests a new tooth-brushing strategy and Ahmed again regrets revealing too much(32:45) Jaguars: Could they actually draft a QB in the First Round?(35:15) Dak Prescott: Where does he fall in Chris’ QB rankings? (38:50) Andy Dalton: What team should trade for him?(42:30) Bo Jackson: Who are the fastest players in NFL history?(45:15) Peyton Manning: If he was drafted by the Patriots, does he win as many rings as Tom Brady?(49:40) Choose…2 WRs to throw to? 1 movie to watch over and over? 1 athlete to be for a day?(1:00:30) NFL bar fight tournament: Would Aaron Donald and Chandler Jones be the top seeds?(1:03:20) Simms vs Brady: Chris is confident he could take Tom(1:05:25) Dream Offense: Simms picks the best teammates he ever played with(1:07:30) Chris regrets: What’s the one throw he wishes he could have back?(1:10:30) Did Chris hear a fan at Whole Foods? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms reveals his WR ranks for this year's draft class, and Paulie B is surprised by who didn't make the Top 5.(3:10) How does the 2020 WR class compare to 2014?(6:20) Paul gives love to Chris' 2019 WR rankings(8:30) Why route trees are overrated for prospects today(11:20) WR #5 - Tee Higgins "He's the premier jump-ball guy in the draft"(16:25) WR #4 - KJ Hamler "Hollywood Brown makes me feel more comfortable about him"(23:45) WR #3 - Henry Ruggs III "He's a game-changer...a lot like Tyreek Hill"(31:45) WR #2 - Justin Jefferson “One of the can’t-miss prospects in the whole draft”(40:45) WR #1 - CeeDee Lamb “DeAndre Hopkins’ size, but Jarvis Landry with the ball in his hands”(45:55) Jerry Jeudy misses the Top 5 “I don’t think he’s as loved by the NFL as everyone thinks he is”(50:25) Lamb: Should he get docked for beating lesser Big 12 defenses?(55:20) Why did Chris put Higgins over Jeudy at #5?(57:10) More honorable mentions: Brandon Aiyuk, Denzel Mims & Chase Claypool(1:03:15) Laviska Shenault Jr. “I wouldn’t take him until the 3rd or 4th Round” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We open the mailbag to answer your questions, especially the ones that make Ahmed uncomfortable.(3:30) QB Draft Ranks: Chris defends why he has Tua Tagovailoa #4 and why Jalen Hurts didn’t make the cut(11:05) Cam Newton & Jameis Winston: Chris calls B.S. on the Panthers, the Dolphins are a Cam sleeper, and have coaches given up on fixing Jameis?(18:45) Draft: Do the 49ers go WR? Re-ranking the 2018 QB class. What draft bust was dealt a bad hand?(27:55) Raiders: Who will the QB be at the end of this season? Is Marcus Mariota better than Derek Carr? And how Jon Gruden used to literally give Chris nightmares.(31:15) Ahmed scouts where Chris would have ranked among the 2020 QB prospects, and he does not pull any punches(33:20) Texans: After losing DeAndre Hopkins, is Houston still the AFC South favorite?(36:50) Giants: How much of a leap can Daniel Jones make this year?(39:10) Steelers: Do we buy that Ben Roethlisberger’s arm is in better shape now?(41:35) Lions: Chris weighs in on Matt Patricia vs Darius Slay. Would Ahmed get a neck tattoo to guarantee a Lions Super Bowl?(50:35) Simms Memories: What were the toughest and easiest defensive schemes he faced? When did Chris decide to retire?(56:00) Legs & Ass: Chris picks his best in the 2020 Draft, and Ahmed picks his best in the NFL.(1:01:15) What team would Chris play QB for right now?(1:03:20) Eagles: Why haven’t they signed any help for Carson Wentz?(1:06:30) If every NFL QB got into a bar fight, who comes out on top?(1:09:00) If Chris or Ahmed ran out of toilet paper, what would they use next? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms reveals his QB ranks for this year's Draft prospects and makes Ahmed's jaw drop.(1:00) Ahmed admits to some strange showering habits(3:00) Chris explains why he was right about Patrick Mahomes and wrong about Daniel Jones(8:45) QB #5 - Jacob Eason “His type of quarterback is a dying breed”(14:50) QB #4 - Tua Tagovailoa “He plays small. He plays very small.”(22:30) QB #3 - Jordan Love “You could argue he has the highest ceiling of all the QBs in this draft.”(32:25) QB #2 Justin Herbert “He’s got the best arm of all of these guys.”(42:30) QB #1 Joe Burrow “The cleanest film I’ve ever seen from a college quarterback.”(49:30) How do the Tiers of the Top 5 break down? Is Burrow a cut above?(51:45) Where would Kyler Murray & Drew Lock rank among this year's prospects?(53:45) Sleepers who didn't make the Top 5(56:25) Panthers cut Cam Newton - What is his ideal landing spot? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris is in studio while Ahmed checks in from his Detroit Lions-clad man cave to break down free agency news.(4:35) Tom Brady to the Bucs: Ahmed wins a bet, and does Brady fit in Bruce Arians’ offense?(14:45) Who are now the favorites in the AFC East & NFC South? Who finishes with a better record: Bucs or Pats?(20:35) Top 5 Free Agency Winners (so far)(57:20) Robin Hood - Free Agency: Chris sheds light on some underrated signings(1:05:10) Brady Feud: Ahmed guesses the Top 5 best things about being the Bucs starting QB Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florio & Simms break down all angles of Tom Brady to the Bucs, along with other breaking free agency news.(3:20) Tom Brady is going to the Buccaneers; Was Jameis Winston one drive away from keeping his job? Florio is really excited by Tampa's schedule(14:20) Does Brady want to reunite with Antonio Brown?(16:45) Did DeAndre Hopkins and Bill O’Brien have a falling out?(25:15) Cam Newton trade rumors; Will the Panthers end up cutting him?(31:35) The Cowboys want Emmanuel Sanders(34:20) The Bengals are spending in free agency, as promised(37:30) How Coronavirus is delaying physicals and impacting free agency Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florio & Simms break down a big day of quarterback news, starting with Brady's stunning exit from New England.(1:40) Tom Brady has left the Patriots; is he headed to the Buccaneers?(9:40) Is Jameis Winston stuck being a backup?(13:45) Panthers sign Teddy Bridgewater; will they find a trade partner for Cam Newton?(21:20) Colts sign Philip Rivers; will they try to trade Jacoby Brissett?(28:00) Are the Bears left deciding between Andy Dalton & Nick Foles? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a wild first day of free agency tampering, Simms and Florio react to all the news.(0:55) 49ers trade DeForest Buckner to the Colts(6:45) What would Philip Rivers cost the Colts?(10:05) Trade rumors for the Vikings and Stefon Diggs(19:15) Which QB is best for the Bears: Teddy Bridgewater, Nick Foles or Andy Dalton?(24:50) Jack Conklin agrees to big deal with the Browns(29:45) After being traded to the Cardinals, DeAndre Hopkins is looking for a new contract Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a family affair as Chris & Big Phil get a final word on free agent QBs, and then Josh Norris walks us through his first mock draft of the offseason.(2:05) Should the NFL postpone free agency due to coronavirus? One coach thinks it should.(13:35) Free Agent QB Predictions: Chris & Phil give their final answers on where every passer will land(15:15) Will Teddy Bridgewater definitely be a starting QB?(22:10) Is Ryan Tannehill staying with the Titans?(23:45) Could Jameis Winston be a fit for the Steelers?(28:50) Big Phil believes the Chargers are committed to Tyrod Taylor(32:20) Marcus Mariota could find a home out west, but not the Raiders(36:15) Is Philip Rivers destined for the Colts?(41:50) Will Tom Brady come down to the 49ers and Patriots, or are the Bucs a dark horse?(52:01) Rotoworld's Josh Norris explains why he has Tua Tagovailoa to the Redskins in his first Mock Draft(58:55) With Tristan Wirfs & Mekhi Becton, could this be a historic class for elite OTs?(1:02:55) Is Jeffrey Okudah the hands-down best CB prospect?(1:05:15) Who is the best WR in a stacked group? Jerry Jeudy? Henry Ruggs? CeeDee Lamb?(1:14:15) What red flags do Chris & Josh see in Justin Herbert & Jordan Love? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms & Florio go position-by-position to get you ready for the start of free agency next week.(3:40) QBs: Tom Brady - Does it come down to the Patriots and 49ers?(7:30) Is Ryan Tannehill a Patriots target?(8:50) Will any other QB sign before Brady?(11:25) What is the trade market and timeline for Cam Newton, Andy Dalton & Nick Foles?(13:05) Dak Prescott, Drew Brees & Taysom Hill - Any chance they leave?(16:40) Speed Round: QB Carousel - For fun, Mike & Chris spit out some QB landing spots.(23:15) PASS RUSHERS: Will Chris Jones and Yannick Ngakoue be traded?(27:15) Tag: Yes or No? Shaquil Barrett, Arik Armstead, Bud Dupree, Dante Fowler Jr, Matt Judon(37:05) How big will Jadeveon Clowney's contract be?(40:05) CBs: Is Chris Harris Jr the best on the market?(41:45) Will Byron Jones become the highest-paid CB in NFL history? Should he?(45:40) SAFETIES: Should Anthony Harris be the top target over Justin Simmons and Jimmie Ward? (48:45) WRs: Could Amari Cooper pass Julio Jones as the highest-paid WR in the league?(51:10) A.J. Green - Should the Bengals keep him or trade him?(53:15) Best of the rest: Should teams target Emmanuel Sanders, Robby Anderson & DeMarcus Robinson?(56:25) RBs: Will Derrick Henry get a Top 5 RB contract?(1:00:50) Best of the rest: Why Kenyan Drake fits perfectly with the Cardinals but might leave anyway Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.