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Ep 164Top 40 QB Countdown: #14-11 (Ben, Cousins, Kyler, Tannehill)
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.

Ep 163Top 40 QB Countdown: #18-15 (Allen, Rivers, Brees, Brady)
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.

Ep 162Top 40 QB Countdown: #22-19 (Jones, Baker, Jimmy G, Carr)
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.

Ep 161Top 40 QB Countdown: #26-23 (Burrow, Lock, Goff, Darnold)
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.

Ep 160Top 40 QB Countdown: #30-27 (Minshew, Bridgewater, Fitzpatrick, Dalton)
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.

Ep 159Top 40 QB Countdown: #35-31 (Stidham, Taylor, Winston, Keenum, Foles)
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.

Ep 158Top 40 QB Countdown: #40-36 (Tua, Haskins, Trubisky, Herbert, Hill)
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.

Ep 157#AskMeAnything & Top 40 QB Countdown Preview
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.

Ep 156Simms City: Building the Perfect Team
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.

Ep 155Top 5 Uniforms, Biggest Gamechangers, and Predicting Worst Teams of 2020
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.

Ep 154Best Games of Week 1, 2016 Re-Draft & QB Jeopardy
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.

Ep 1532017 Re-Draft & #AskMeAnything with Big Phil
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.

Ep 152#150 - Top 10 Backup QBs & Ahmed reviews The Godfather
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.

Ep 151#149 - Post-Draft #AskMeAnything & The Return of Big Phil
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.

Ep 150#148 - 2020 Draft recap: Favorite Picks & Top 5 Teams
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.

Ep 149#147 - Round 1 Draft Reactions: Dolphins risk it with Tua & Chris is mad for Aaron Rodgers
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.

Ep 148#146 - Simms 2020 Mock Draft
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.

Ep 147#145 - 2020 Draft OL Rankings & Robin Hood
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.

Ep 146#144 - 2020 Draft DT & LB Draft Rankings: "This was as close as it gets"
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.

Ep 145#143 - 2020 Draft CB & S Rankings: "No way I'd pick him Top 5"
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.

Ep 144#142 - NFL Draft 2020 RB Rankings: A clear No. 1
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.

Ep 143#141 - NFL Draft 2020 EDGE Rankings: Don't sleep on Chaisson
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.

Ep 142#140 - #AskMeAnything: Jerry Jeudy backlash, ranking Dak & Simms' biggest regret
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.

Ep 141#139 - NFL Draft 2020 WR Rankings: Big name misses the cut
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.

Ep 140#138 - #AskMeAnything: Love>Tua, Jon Gruden nightmares & Toilet paper alternatives
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.

Ep 139#137 - NFL Draft 2020 QB Rankings; Cam Newton released by Panthers
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.

Ep 138#136 – Free Agency Winners, AFC East favorite & Brady Feud
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.

Ep 137#135 - Brady to the Bucs, DeAndre Hopkins vs Bill O'Brien, is Cam getting cut?
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.

Ep 136#134 - Tom Brady says goodbye to Pats, Cam trade & Colts sign Rivers
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.

Ep 135#133 - Free Agency Day 1: DeAndre Hopkins & DeForest Buckner traded, Bears hunt for QB
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.

Ep 134#132 - Final Predictions for Tom Brady & Philip Rivers; Tua to the Redskins in Rotoworld Mock Draft
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.

Ep 133#131 - Free Agency 2020 Preview: What's next for Tom Brady, Jadeveon Clowney & Derrick Henry?
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.

Ep 132#130 - Brady or Jimmy G?, Trade Winners and Ugliest Uniforms
Big Phil weighs in on AJ Green & Tom Brady, Chris breaks down this week's trades, and Ahmed is very confident in his sprinting. Plus the guys move from helmets to ugliest uniforms.(2:10) Big Phil calls B.S. on Ahmed's 40-yard dash boast(4:55) Kentucky native Phil has a surprising take on the Bengals helmets(6:10) Should the Bengals keep AJ Green for Joe Burrow?(10:50) Brady Watch: Could the Patriots be targeting Ryan Tannehill?(20:10) Who is better right now: Tom Brady or Jimmy Garoppolo?(36:20) Panthers-Chargers trade: what the film told Simms about Trai Turner & Russell Okung(44:30) Assessing the AJ Bouye trade and the CB market(52:00) Should the Texans target Sammy Watkins?(58:00) Top 5 Ugliest Uniforms: will Chris double-down on his Bengals take? 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.

Ep 131#129 - Brady & Burrow Combine rumors, Damn! Okay Justin Herbert, & Franchise Tag Speed Round
Simms & Ahmed dissect some buzz coming out of Indy, praise the top Combine performers, and do a quick run-through of franchise tag candidates.(3:35) Combine Rumors: What teams can we rule out for Tom Brady? What do the Pats do if he leaves (Andy Dalton or Ryan Tannehill)? And Chris & Ahmed make a Brady bet.(16:30) Does Joe Burrow want to go to the Bengals? Did he ask them to keep AJ Green?(20:00) Are the Redskins seriously interested in Tua Tagovailoa? "Tua scares the crap out of me."(24:35) Andy Dalton to the Colts? "Jacoby Brissett is not going to be the starting QB this year."(25:20) Jaguars want to trade Nick Foles? Where does he fit on the Simms Trust Tree?(29:20) Damn! Okay: Combine Edition - Praising a ridiculous wide receiver class(32:00) LSU WR Justin Jefferson "He'll definitely be a 1st round wide receiver"(32:45) Oklahoma WR CeeDee Lamb "Size and really crafty"(34:30) Alabama WR Henry Ruggs "I think he's more fluid than Tyreek Hill"(36:40) Baylor WR Denzel Mims "DeVante Parker but more explosive"(38:40) Michigan WR Donovan Peoples-Jones "Is he just a workout star?"(40:00) Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy "The best receiver in the draft"(40:30) Notre Dame WR Chase Claypool "Freak of nature"(43:35) LSU QB Joe Burrow "Handles himself like a pro"(44:30) Oregon QB Justin Herbert "Potential to be a superstar"(49:25) Louisville OL Mekhi Becton "It's the footwork that had me excited"(51:40) Iowa OL Tristan Wirfs "His legs are special"(53:35) Clemson LB Isaiah Simmons "The NFL is looking for these types of guys"(55:00) Mississippi St LB Willie Gay Jr "I bet he's going to thrive in the NFL environment"(56:20) Utah DB Javelin Guidry "That's a position where speed usually translates"(57:50) Wisconsin RB Jonathan Taylor "His 40 time helped him out more than anyone else"(59:50) Arizona St P Michael Turk "Punters are physically-gifted dudes"(1:01:40) Franchise Tag Speed Round: Derrick Henry or Ryan Tannehill? Tag Amari Cooper? Trade Yannick Ngakoue?(1:11:20) Ahmed lobbies for The Lateral Revolution. Chris is not on board. 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.

Ep 130#128 - Combine interviews with Justin Herbert, Matt Rhule, and Zac Taylor
Simms is at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indy with Florio, talking to coaches, GMs, and prospects(0:17) Bengals Head Coach Zac Taylor on the pressures of having the #1 pick, Andy Dalton's future, and why he disagrees with Simms about the Bengals helmet needing a re-brand.(9:50) Oregon QB Justin Herbert drops by the set on why he'll throw at the Combine, getting used to throwing an NFL football, why he wants to coach after his playing career, and his surprising answer to who his hero was growing up(17:00) Panthers Head Coach Matt Rhule chats about why he's watching 2015 film of Cam Newton, Cam's uncertain future with the team, and why Combine week is unique having just come from the college 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.

Ep 129#127 - Playoff Expansion, Best Helmets & This Year's Ryan Tannehill
Chris & Ahmed react to the news that the NFL wants to add 2 more playoff teams, they look at some potential big impact free agents & finish up our helmet debates by naming the NFL's best.(2:35) Playoff Expansion - Do we want 7 seeds in the postseason?(18:50) Drew Brees is returning to the Saints(24:15) Which 2020 free agent is This Year's...Shaq Barrett? (backup who breaks out as a starter on his next team)(28:25) ...Ryan Tannehill? (backup QB who becomes the starter midseason)(30:25) ...Tyrann Mathieu? (veteran leader who boosts a locker room)(33:20) ...Za'Darius Smith? (under-the-radar player who becomes a star on his next team)(37:25) ...Dee Ford/Frank Clark? (tagged and traded)(41:05) Odell Beckham, Jr.? (surprise trade)(49:55) Top 5 Best Helmets - Chris & Ahmed reveal their lists as we wrap up our helmet debates 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.

Ep 128#126 - Worst Helmets in the NFL, QB Carousel Trust Tree & Top Non-QB Storylines
Chris is back from vacation, and he and Ahmed dive into the offseason with some QB carousel talk and the worst helmets in the NFL.(4:20) QB Carousel Trust Tree: Chris ranks Dak Prescott & the other (possibly) available QBs he trusts most(6:00) Does Simms trust Tom Brady more than Drew Brees?(9:25) Would you rather have Teddy Bridgewater or Taysom Hill this season?(16:30) Ryan Tannehill places high in the tree. Marcus Mariota...not so much.(20:20) Should Jameis Winston be guaranteed a starting job somewhere in 2020?(24:40) Would Chris rather trade for Matthew Stafford or Cam Newton?(31:00) Biggest Non-QB Offseason Storylines(33:05) Chris Jones may be the best player available in free agency(35:30) Are Amari Cooper & AJ Green going to get tagged?(38:40) Is a surprise trade coming for Jalen Ramsey?(42:40) The 49ers have some tough decisions to make(47:30) Will the Raiders, Rams & Chargers making a splash move for their new stadium?(54:20) Ahmed reveals the Top 5 Worst NFL Helmets(57:40) Were the Bengals named after a stove?(1:03:00) Chris gives his Top 5 worst helmets(1:09:00) Chris doesn't care about the XFL 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.

Ep 127#125 - Russell Wilson on getting more offensive weapons and the secrets of a 2-minute drill; plus crazy Gruden stories with Maxx Crosby, and having a catch with Jake Fromm
(1:45) Simms and Florio speak with Seahawks QB Russell Wilson about adding more superstars around him, should Seattle have gone for it on 4th down vs Green Bay, 2-minute Russ vs huddle-up Russ, and whether or not Jimmy Fallon really kick-started his last contract negotiations.(16:25) Simms and Raiders DE Maxx Crosby share some crazy stories about Jon Gruden, discuss what it's like playing against Patrick Mahomes, and the pending move to Vegas(26:05) Jake Fromm stops by to have a catch with Simms. They discuss how his baseball background impacts his throwing, emulating Drew Brees, and being overlooked among this year's top QB prospects. 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.

Ep 126#124 - Dak Prescott, Frank Gore, Tarik Cohen, and Aaron Jones
Simms is on a beach in the Caribbean, but he's got four killer interviews from Super Bowl week for you, including a star QB about to get paid, and a Hall of Fame RB who's mean-mugging Chris:(1:50) Cowboys QB Dak Prescott on what he learns from watching Drew Brees and Patrick Mahomes, why he won't call Aaron Rodgers about Mike McCarthy, and what he's most looking forward to when signing a new deal.(11:45) Bills RB Frank Gore doesn't hold back and gives Simms a piece of his mind about why he should be considered a no-doubt Hall-of-Famer.(25:55) Bears RB Tarik Cohen on why people should believe in Mitchell Trubisky, and his prowess in the gym.(35:30) Packers RB Aaron Jones joins Simms & Florio to make sense of the Packers no-show in the NFC title game, Aaron Rodgers' love of scotch, and why he deserves more credit as a star RB. 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.

Ep 125#123 - #AskMeAnything: Bucs for Brady, worst NFL helmet & fans on horses
Chris & Ahmed dive into twitter questions from the homies for another #AskMeAnything. Also Big Phil comes on to give his Super Bowl thoughts, the guys react to some wild photos from the Chiefs victory parade, and Ahmed properly buries the 49ers.(3:05) Big Phil talks about crushing his pull-up challenge from Ray Lewis(10:00) What film showed about Patrick Mahomes' Super Bowl that TV didn't(16:15) Is Jimmy Garoppolo the future for the 49ers?(20:20) Does Phil have a problem with any Kyle Shanahan decisions?(32:00) When Chris first knew Mahomes would be a star(39:30) #AskMeAnything: How can the AFC West compete with the Chiefs?(41:20) Why don't more teams use the Shanahan running scheme?(44:30) Why do the numbers lie with Richard Sherman?(47:05) Are the Buccaneers a good fit for Tom Brady?(51:50) Will Tua Tagovailoa's left-handedness affect his draft stock?(53:05) Which draftees is Chris excited to see at the Scouting Combine?(55:45) Should the Packers trade up for Alabama WR Jerry Jeudy?(57:20) Will the Lions ever not make Ahmed miserable?(58:50) Can Chase Young make the Redskins a playoff contender?(1:00:55) Chris trashes the Bengals helmet, and Ahmed wants to rebrand them(1:03:30) How does Simms feel about the Jaguars playing more games in London?(1:04:35) A Jersey lesson in Taylor Ham(1:06:35) Fan on a horse? Fan in a tree? Chris & Ahmed Look at Pictures: Chiefs parade edition(1:12:15) Requiem For a Team: The homies (well, 2 homies) asked for it, so Ahmed eulogizes the 49ers 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.

Ep 124#122 - Super Bowl LIV recap: Mahomes prevails, second-guessing Shanahan, and Chiefs dynasty underway?
Chris & Ahmed get into the logistics of sleeping with the Lombardi Trophy before they break down the Chiefs win over the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV.(2:40) On Patrick Mahomes: "The best player on the field prevailed"(5:50) Dissecting Kyle Shanahan's playcalls after another blown Super Bowl lead(14:50) Was Shanahan afraid to put the game in Jimmy Garoppolo's hands?(17:50) What The &*%! Happened on Mahomes' huge 3rd & 15 pass to Tyreek Hill(27:00) "Richard Sherman is not one of the 10 best corners in football"(30:40) Why wasn't George Kittle running routes with the 49ers' season on the line?(34:20) In praise of Steve Spagnuolo(38:30) Are Andy Reid and Mahomes starting a dynasty?(42:15) Damn! Okay: Chris names his runner-up for Super Bowl LIV MVP, and it's not Damien Williams(46:00) Simms explains why Frank Clark hates Jimmy G(52:25) Ahmed goes to hypothetical-land with Tom Brady and the 2020 49ers(54:20) Who Would Have Guessed? Simms reacts to some surprising stats from Super Bowl LIV(58:00) What's next for the 49ers, and Ahmed sets an over/under for Mahomes rings(1:01:20) A Freudian slip convinces Simms that Drew Brees is coming back, and Frank Gore is pissed at Chris 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.

Ep 123#121 - Super Bowl Picks, Props, and live audience Q&A from Miami
Simms & Florio take the PFTPM/Chris Simms Unbuttoned Joint Collaboration on the road to the Playwright Irish Pub in Miami Beach to take audience questions, hit some Super Bowl Props, and make their final picks(5:00) The guys begin with a game of Would You Rather: Mahomes arm or Hill's speed? Mahomes arm or Jimmy G's looks? Block Nick Bosa or be blocked by George Kittle?(13:55) Q&A from the audience, including some angst about Tom Brady's future, what the Dolphins might do at QB, and what will happen with Drew Brees(23:25) Another game of What's More Likely: Lamar's chances at back-to-back MVPs, Browns in the playoffs, Rodgers' status in Simms' QB ranks, and Cam Newton's future.(31:45) More Q&A, including Simms' legendary story about sabotaging Jeff Hostetler's cleats, the club of coaches who were infatuated with drafting Patrick Mahomes, and Reid vs Shanahan on Sunday.(45:45) Super Bowl Prop Bets: largest lead by either team, over/under jersey number 26.5 for the first TD, and will the old mantra 'tails never fails' hold true again.(1:06:10) The guys make their Super Bowl picks. Simms explains his reasoning for siding with an old friend, while Florio shocks the world. 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.

Ep 122#120 - #AskMeAnything Super Bowl Edition: Mahomes vs Saleh, Andy Reid's HOF case & 49ers-Chiefs Hunger Games
Simms & Florio start Super Bowl week in Miami by taking questions from Marsh Melo Mafia, El Taco and other loyal homies.(1:01) The time young Chris pissed off Danny DeVito on Regis Philbin's show(5:25) How much will Shanahan & Saleh change their strategy against Patrick Mahomes?(12:00) What can the 49ers D take from the Chiefs losses this season?(18:25) Does Andy Reid need a ring to make the Hall of Fame?(22:00) Who would win a Hunger Games between the 49ers & Chiefs?(25:25) Better potential sumo wrestler: Fletcher Cox or Aaron Donald?(28:05) Who has the special teams edge in the Super Bowl?(31:00) Florio claps back at the haters(36:25) Deebo Samuel reminds us of... 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.

Ep 121#119 - 49ers & Chiefs weaknesses, the unprecedented Patrick Mahomes, and Super Bowl stories with the Big Effer
Chris & Phil recap the Championship games and take a first look at Super Bowl LIV between the 49ers & Chiefs, & the Big Effer tells some Super Bowl week stories.(2:45) Phil talks about the Arrowhead Stadium atmosphere at the AFC Championship(6:20) How did the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry?(11:30) Have we ever seen anyone like Patrick Mahomes?(21:15) How much can you blame Aaron Rodgers for the NFC Championship loss?(29:00) What is the biggest weakness for the 49ers and Chiefs?(32:10) Phil tells Super Bowl stories: "We had fights"(39:40) Thoughts on Jason Garrett to the Giants & Jay Gruden to the Jaguars 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.

Ep 120#118 - Mahomes' epic run, 49ers roll the Packers & Super Bowl LIV first glance
Chris & Ahmed recap a Conference Championship weekend where Simms favorites Patrick Mahomes and Kyle Shanahan both came through, and they take an early look at Super Bowl LIV.(1:30) Chris has a big announcement about tickets to our first live podcast in Miami(3:50) Chiefs 35-Titans 24 The turning point for the KC defense against Derrick Henry(11:05) WTF Happened on Patrick Mahomes' epic TD run?(20:20) Damn! Okay for a Chiefs skill player who is finally earning his contract(23:55) 49ers 37-Packers 20 How San Francisco dominated Green Bay again(26:55) WTF Happened on Raheem Mostert's untouched TD on 3rd & 8?(36:00) What went wrong for the Packers?(39:10) Chris has praise for how far Kyle Shanahan has come(45:55) Requiem For a Team: What lies ahead for Ryan Tannehill & Derrick Henry?(55:10) What does Aaron Rodgers need before his window closes?(58:45) The 2 Robbies have a bone to pick with Simms(1:01:00) Super Bowl LIV First Glance 49er throwbacks, best bet for MVP and "he's the best D-lineman in this 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.

Ep 119#117 - Conference Championship Picks: Stopping Henry & Mahomes, Rodgers for the upset, & Simms defends butts
Florio relishes his Best Bets title before the guys go deep on the Championship Sunday matchups, with questions from the homies.(3:05) Storytime: When Evil Roger Goodell met Real Roger Goodell(5:45) #6 Titans at #2 Chiefs: Can the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry? Can the Titans stop Patrick Mahomes?(14:35) Ring Ding Dong has a Mahomes question(23:05) #2 Packers at #1 49ers: Why the Week 12 SF blowout was closer than it appeared(32:10) International Touch has an idea for how Aaron Rodgers can avoid the 49ers pass rush(39:20) Florio has a rant about a Packers play call(49:25) Player prop bets - Travis Kelce or Tyreek Hill? Davante Adams or George Kittle?(58:40) Lemons and Cocunuts has Chris getting defensive about butts(1:00:20) Best Bet - Mike takes a favorite and Chris goes with an over/under 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.

Ep 118#116 - Luke Kuechly retires, Joe Burrow vs Trevor Lawrence & previewing Conference Championships
Chris & Big Phil chat about the latest NFL news and take an early look at the Conference Championship matchups.(4:55) Luke Kuechly retires: Is he a Hall of Famer?(9:15) George Young makes the Hall of Fame: Phil tells some stories about his former GM(15:25) Early draft talk on Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence & Justin Herbert(24:20) Previewing Titans-Chiefs: Can the Chiefs stop Derrick Henry?(36:00) Previewing Packers-49ers: Will this a repeat of the Week 12 blowout?(44:30) Phil talks about the playoff rematch he was most scared for 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.

Ep 117#115 - Divisional recap: Chiefs crazy comeback, 49ers crazy crowd & Would You Rather tackle Derrick Henry
Chris & Ahmed recap the Divisional Round by second-guessing some coach decisions and Chris finishes with an epic rant against the Browns.(2:45) Chiefs 51-Texans 31 Why Chris never thought the Chiefs were out of it(5:45) Mulligan Monday: should Bill O'Brien have gone for it on 4th-and-1 early?(8:55) Chris calls O'Brien hot seat talk "insane"(14:05) Why couldn't the Texans cover Travis Kelce?(19:10) Bad tweets & how "Big Buck Chuck" launched the Chiefs comeback(22:50) Ahmed makes a case for taking Andy Reid over any other coach(26:05) Titans 28-Ravens 12 Tajae Sharpe trolls Mark Ingram(27:40) Would You Rather tackle Derrick Henry or...(33:50) Earl Thomas' ill-fated trash talk(34:45) Mulligan Monday: was John Harbaugh too aggressive on 4th down?(39:45) Did the Ravens make a mistake by resting in Week 17?(47:55) Packers 28-Seahawks 23 Ahmed questions Seattle's early-game strategy with Russell Wilson (53:20) Chris apologizes for calling the Packers the worst #2 seed he's ever seen(56:30) Damn! Okay Davante Adams(59:15) Mulligan Monday: Pete Carroll's punt on 4th-and-11(1:04:15) 49ers 27-Vikings 10 Simms raves about the playoff atmosphere at Levi's Stadium(1:06:30) "The 49ers running game is as exciting as some teams' passing games."(1:13:45) Browns hire Kevin Stefanski "Cleveland is back to the mistake on the lake"(1:21:30) Requiem for a Team: Ahmed eulogizes the Texans, Vikings, Ravens & Seahawks 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.

Ep 116#114 - Divisional Picks: Deshaun vs Mahomes, Russell Wilson vs ooooh Aaron Rodgers & Florio goes with his heart
With Florio on the verge of clinching the Best Bets title, he and Simms give their Divisional picks.(2:55) #6 Vikings at #1 49ers: Florio predicts overtime(11:00) #6 Titans at #1 Ravens - "I'm curious how much Bill Belichick helped Mike Vrabel this week"(17:20) #4 Texans at #2 Chiefs - Deshaun Watson vs Patrick Mahomes in a shootout?(22:45) #5 Seahawks at #2 Packers - "This is the most 50/50 matchup of the weekend"(30:00) Prop bets - Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry rush yards? More passing yards: Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers?(44:25) Best Bets - Mike goes with over/unders while Chris likes an upset. 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.

Ep 115#113 - Coaching Hires for Cowboys, Giants & Panthers
It's a shorter pod with Big Phil to talk about the 3 coaching hires of the week: Mike McCarthy to the Cowboys, Matt Rhule to the Panthers and Joe Judge to the Giants.(1:20) Chris touts Big Phil's legendary dad strength(5:20) Cowboys hire Mike McCarthy: "He is truly buttoned-up"(9:07) Why McCarthy might work better with Dak Prescott than he did with Aaron Rodgers(12:00) How did McCarthy's offense run stale in Green Bay?(17:06) Panthers hire Matt Rhule: How Rhule reminds Big Phil of Bill Parcells(21:45) Giants hire Joe Judge: "I didn't expect the Giants to go this route"(23:50) Praise for Wink Martindale & Eric Bieniemy(27:55) Do the bad Patriots receivers reflect poorly on Judge?(31:50) Chris gives some insider info he got during the Giants coaching search 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.