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Simms & Florio pick every game against the spread for Week 7:(0:45) Florio tells the story of how he got his first Vikings jersey(5:10) TNF: Chiefs at Broncos "The formula is out there for keeping it close with the Chiefs"(9:35) Rams at Falcons "We both wanna get our popcorn ready to see how Jalen Ramsey fits"(13:40) Dolphins at Bills "I think Ryan Fitzpatrick will give the Dolphins a lift."(17:25) Jaguars at Bengals "Are you deliberately saying 'Bangles' now??"(23:00) Vikings at Lions "I guarantee you if the Vikings win, I will wear a Kirk Cousins jersey next Thursday."(28:55) Raiders at Packers "I like that Jon Gruden's had 2 weeks to prepare for this game."(35:10) Texans at Colts "If they lose, you've gotta get past this smitten-with-the-quarterback thing."(39:45) Cardinals at Giants "The Giants are not athletic up front, and that scares me against Kyler Murray."(43:05) 49ers at Redskins "The Shanahan motivation will be a factor."(47:55) Chris explains the time he legitimately wanted to kick Florio's ass(50:00) Chargers at Titans "I do think we could see Philip Rivers playing for the Titans next year."(54:00) Saints at Bears "This is the best offense the Bears have played to this point."(59:20) Ravens at Seahawks "I'm intrigued by Earl Thomas and his knowledge of Russell Wilson."(1:07:40) Eagles at Cowboys "The Eagles bread-and-butter plays are just not good enough."(1:13:30) Patriots at Jets "Gregg Williams can throw some things are the Patriots that they're not ready for."(1:17:15) Mike & Chris go all road teams for their Best Bets(1:22:00) Florio has a motivational message for Richard Sherman 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 defends a Browns playcall & the Eagles secondary. and dives into the Monday night gamesmanship between Trey Flowers & David Bakhtiari in the debut of our new segment: What The $&*%! Happened? And as always, Big Phil swings by to give his thoughts on the latest NFL news.(2:40) Jalen Ramsey traded to Rams "This opens up the box of creativity for Wade Phillips"(12:00) Marcus Peters traded to Ravens "He fits into the bad-ass renegade culture of that team"(16:40) The debut of What The $&*%! Happened?(17:30) Play #1: Sam Darnold 92-yd TD to Robby Anderson "Dallas is predictable. They don't do enough on defense."(25:50) "There are too many moments when DeMarcus Lawrence just doesn't show up"(28:00) Play #2: Cowboys failed 2-pt conversion "Hey, go into the end zone and turn around!"(36:05) Big Phil joins to praise the Lions defense and dissect the body language of Aaron Rodgers(43:15) Ranking the NFC's best: 49ers, Packers, Saints & Seahawks(47:00) Comparing Sam Darnold's feet to Tony Romo(49:10) On how Kliff Kingsbury & Kyler Murray are evolving the Cardinals offense(53:50) Play #3A: Baker Mayfield red zone INT "The pre-snap read is off. The drop is off. The throw is off."(1:00:45) Play #3B: Browns failed 4th & Goal from the 1 "Was it stupid to run the same play again? No!"(1:07:20) Play #4: Stefon Diggs' 1st TD "Sometimes the offense calls the exact right play for the defense."(1:16:10) Play #5: Trey Flowers hands to the face penalty "This is where the gamesmanship starts." 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 & Ahmed hit every game from Sunday in their Week 6 recap.(3:10) Doug Pederson's guarantee: "We're going down to Dallas and we're gonna win"(5:15) Eagles-Vikings "When Philly leaves their corners man-to-man, they're burnt toast"(9:50) Cowboys-Jets "If I'm a defense, I have no fear of Ezekiel Elliott anymore"(15:25) "Sam Darnold is a pinpoint intermediate passer"(16:55) Redskins-Dolphins Nostrasimmsus takes a lap(24:00) Film Deep Dive #1: 49ers O vs Rams D "It's the 49ers and the Patriots for the best defense in the NFL"(31:20) "McVay needs to do more. When the Rams run game doesn't work, they're limited."(33:50) 49ers O vs Rams D "Jimmy Garoppolo. There are concerns."(41:30) Seahawks-Browns "You could argue that Russell Wilson is the best QB in football."(47:10) Saints-Jaguars "If Drew Brees was playing, it's not gonna be that big of a difference."(51:10) Panthers-Buccaneers "I respect this about Jameis Winston...he goes down swinging."(57:25) Film Deep Dive #2: Chiefs O vs Texans D "The predictability of the offense is affecting KC more than anything."(1:03:45) Chris calls BS on a controversial Mahomes INT(1:08:20) Texans O vs Chiefs D "I would become a blitz team if I'm the Chiefs."(1:15:25) Bengals-Ravens "When Baltimore doesn't have Hollywood Brown, they lack speed."(1:18:20) Steelers-Chargers "The Chargers are not turning this around."(1:22:50) Damn! Okay...Falcons-Cardinals "Kliff Kingsbury's proven he deserved to be hired as a head coach"(1:25:40) Titans-Broncos "If the Broncos can score 17, they have a chance to win."(1:27:50) Should Tennessee start Marcus Mariota or Ryan Tannehill this week? 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 pick every game from Week 6 in their usual Unbuttoned/PFT PM joint podcast. They disagree on a Texans-Chiefs shootout, talk about the Browns odds of bouncing back vs Seattle, and set high expectations for the 49ers.(5:35) TNF: Giants-Patriots "The Patriots will win, will they win by enough?"(7:55) Panthers-Buccaneers (in London) "Christian McCaffrey should be able to carry the Panthers."(11:50) Bengals-Ravens "The Bengals are not scared of the Ravens, but they're outmanned."(15:55) Seahawks-Browns "What made Baker Mayfield successful last year was Cleveland running the ball."(25:00) Saints-Jaguars "The Jaguars want to run the ball first. You don't run on the Saints."(30:10) Texans-Chiefs "Watson vs Mahomes. It just doesn't get any better than that."(35:00) Redskins-Dolphins "Let's not waste people on planet Earth's time with this one."(35:50) Eagles-Vikings "Diggs, Thielen, Cousins...they're back in the trust tree together!"(43:50) Falcons-Cardinals "I'm think Ryan-Ridley-Jones can get it done in a shootout."(46:35) 49ers-Rams "If the 49ers win this game, they'll go 13-3 or better this season."(51:25) Titans-Broncos "The Titans formula continues. They're underdogs. They'll win."(54:30) Cowboys-Jets "Sam Darnold is back, but it's not like the Jets were great before he was gone."(1:01:25) SNF: Steelers-Chargers "Devlin Hodges is a better quarterback than Mason Rudolph."(1:05:50) MNF: Lions-Packers "Matt Patricia is putting together something special in Detroit."(1:10:40) Best Bets 3 underdogs who should win outright 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 little different format this week as Chris has Big Phil on for the whole pod for a Deep Dive. They answer your Twitter questions on Jimmy Garoppolo and the Raiders dominating the Bears, and Phil tells a story about postgame drama with Ronnie Lott.(1:30) Handshakegate - "This could be a good thing for Baker Mayfield"(4:25) Big Phil recounts his own handshake drama with Ronnie Lott(8:50) Browns O vs 49ers D - "The things we were worried about Baker coming out of college are rearing their ugly head"(18:45) 49ers O vs Browns D "This was more of a schematic cremation"(29:15) Raiders O vs Bears D "The 24-21 score is misleading. The Raiders dominated that game."(40:00) Bears O vs Raiders D "There is no calling card to the Bears offense."(48:40) Vikings O vs Giants D "Minnesota needs to find more ways to move when they're playing a good defense."(1:03:15) Texans O vs Falcons D "The Houston offense is getting into form."(1:10:20) Are you more encouraged by the Vikings offense or Texans offense?(1:16:40) Ravens O vs Steelers D "That Steelers defensive front is still special."(1:21:10) "The Ravens defense is slow."(1:27:30) Chargers O vs Broncos D "I'm shocked that the Chargers gave up on the run."(1:34:20) What's wrong with the Chargers? 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 & Ahmed react to Jay Gruden's firing, touch on every game in Week 5 and dive deep into Colts-Chiefs & Packers-Cowboys. Ahmed has a pop quiz for Chris on a stunning Redskins stat, and Chris gets to sing for one of his QBs.(2:20) Redskins fire Jay Gruden(7:25) How much is Bruce Allen to blame?(11:30) Pop quiz: Who was the last Redskins All-Pro?(12:40) Patriots-Redskins "The best offenses in the NFL are running the football"(14:15) Bears-Raiders "I haven't seen the Bears front pushed around like that in a while"(20:35) Film Deep Dive #1: Chiefs O vs Colts D "The Chiefs just won't run the ball"(30:40) Colts O vs Chiefs D "Quenton Nelson is maybe the best O-lineman in football"(39:00) Falcons-Texans Chris sings Deshaun Watson's praises(41:55) Buccaneers-Saints & Jaguars-Panthers "You mean you don't need a franchise QB to win a game?"(47:25) Ravens-Steelers "Only 1 of Lamar's Jackson's INTs were his fault"(50:55) Film Deep Dive #2: Packers O vs Cowboys D "I worry about Dallas vs good quarterbacks"(58:30) Cowboys O vs Packers D "The Cowboys try too hard to put on a show"(1:04:45) Damn! Okay - A QB rebounds, a 2nd-year WR breaking out, and rookie coaches get their first wins 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 do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Have the Eagles and Saints found their groove? Will the Cowboys or Packers rebound from their first loss? And can the Colts get revenge in a playoff rematch at Arrowhead?(3:55) TNF: Rams-Seahawks "The Rams offensive line is worse than we've seen in years"(7:15) Jaguars-Panthers: "Kyle Allen has never started a home game"(13:10) Cardinals-Bengals "It's not working for the Cardinals"(16:25) Falcons-Texans "The Falcons should be 0-4"(20:25) Buccaneers-Saints "I think the Saints are finding their groove with Teddy"(24:05) Vikings-Giants "If it's a close game, you should pick the Giants to win"(29:05) Bears-Raiders (in London) "Khalil Mack knows what it takes to break Derek Carr"(33:20) Jets-Eagles "The Eagles are getting into their groove"(36:50) Ravens-Steelers "I need to see this Steelers offense do it one more than once"(41:05) Bills-Titans "The Titans lose when they're favorites and win when they're underdogs"(44:35) Patriots-Redskins "This may be the dagger game for Jay Gruden"(46:30) Broncos-Chargers "This is the kind of game the Chargers have to win"(49:25) Cowboys-Packers "The Davante Adams injury has me concerned"(52:45) Colts-Chiefs "At some point, the Chiefs defense has to stop something"(55:55) Browns-49ers "I did something I've never done before when picking games"(1:00:00) Best Bets "Someone called me the Mayor of Crazyville for picking the Giants last week" 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 close the book on Week 4 with a Deep Dive Wednesday with your Twitter questions. Which D-line dominated more this week, the Saints or the Bears? And Big Phil breaks down Pats-Bills with some Bill Belichick insight.(1:35) Cowboys-Saints: "Nobody runs up the middle on the Saints"(10:50) Vikings-Bears: "Adam Thielen should be saying sorry to Kirk Cousins"(22:10) Was the Bears or Saints D-line more dominant this Sunday?(25:50) Browns-Ravens: "Baker stopped his craziness in the pocket"(32:05) "Earl Thomas has lost a step"(37:25) Big Phil joins for Patriots-Bills: "the best defensive backfield in the NFL"(49:30) Bill Belichick stories from Phil(1:04:10) "Josh Allen just needs to throw it underneath"(1:08:55) Raiders-Colts: "Without T.Y. Hilton, the Colts don't have a game-changer"(1:15:20) "Josh Jacobs is getting better every week"(1:17:45) Twitter Questions on Panthers-Texans "I come away underwhelmed by the Texans offense more often than not" 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 recap Week 4 and go deep on Bucs-Rams and Chiefs-Lions. Chris discovers one of the best games of Jared Goff's career and Ahmed suggests an all-lateral offense.(2:35) Bears without Mitchell Trubisky "no big deal"(5:10) Vikings-Bears: "Vic Who?" & Adam Thielen criticizes Vikes O(9:50) Cowboys-Saints: "I don't think the stats would have been much better if Drew Brees was in there"(15:30) Film Deep Dive #1: Bucs O vs Rams D "This is why Jameis was a #1 pick"(27:45) Rams O vs Bucs D "One of the best games I've ever seen Jared Goff play"(36:15) Browns-Ravens Cleveland returns to the run game(40:10) Patriots-Bills Holy Secondary! & "you gotta rein it in Josh Allen "(43:50) Vontaze Burfict suspended "it's not football, it's WWE"(49:10) Film Deep Dive #2: Chiefs O vs Lions D "I think Mahomes was a little off"(59:25) Chris breaks down 2 big plays on the Chiefs game-winning drive(1:01:15) Ahmed suggests an all-lateral offense(1:02:45) Lions O vs Chiefs D "Matthew Stafford looked awesome"(1:09:00) Redskins-Giants "The best thing for Dwayne Haskins is to keep Jay Gruden right there"(1:11:30) Seahawks-Cardinals "Seattle was pissed off and they were gonna make a point"(1:12:55) Panthers-Texans "Carolina's D is real"(1:17:00) Damn! Okay Praise for Leonard Fournette, a Chargers DB and Chris' old coach 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 do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Can the Lions pull off the upset in Patrick Mahomes' first NFL game in a dome? Will Danny Dimes drop an L on the Redskins? And as always, the guys give their 3 Best Bets of the week.(3:40) TNF: Eagles-Packers "Carson Wentz is the best QB the Packers have seen all year"(9:30) Panthers-Texans "This is a chance for Houston to pull away in the AFC South"(13:40) Browns-Ravens "I want to see how Freddie Kitchens handles adversity"(19:55) Chiefs-Lions "If the Lions pull this off, it would be a shot heard 'around the NFL world"(24:40) Chargers-Dolphins "I don't bet on bad teams"(28:45) Patriots-Bills "Every we think this is the year the Bills stick it to the Patriots"(36:00) Raiders-Colts "I think this Colts offense has gotten better every week"(39:55) Titans-Falcons "The Titans always play to their competition"(44:45) Redskins-Giants "I can't pick a team who stirs their Gatorade with a bag of plastic cups"(54:55) Seahawks-Cardinals "The Seahawks need to keep pace in the NFC West"(58:35) Buccaneers-Rams "There is something wrong with Todd Gurley"(1:03:05) Jaguars-Broncos "I don't think Jalen Ramsey will play Sunday"(1:07:50) Vikings-Bears "The Bears have never seen this version of Dalvin Cook"(1:15:10) SNF: Cowboys-Saints "We have not seen a Cowboys offense like this in a long time"(1:22:20) MNF: Bengals-Steelers "The Steelers are in denial about not being good"(1:26:55) Best Bets "Oh my gosh you are insane" 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 Deep Dive Wednesday, as Simms breaks down what really happened on the Browns failed 4th & 9, explains why the Cowboys are an absolute juggernaut right now, and plenty more reaction from Week 3.(2:40) Saints-Seahawks: How much did the NO offense change from Brees to Bridgewater?(10:00) Chris reveals an undrafted rookie on the Saints D to keep your eye on(17:30) Lions-Eagles: What was Philly's O missing without DJax and Alshon?(27:30) Matthew Stafford's offensive culture change(36:40) Big Phil declares a new best RB in the NFL(39:30) In praise of Daniel Jones(45:30) The time Big Phil cursed out Reggie White(1:00:00) Rams-Browns: What CLE is doing wrong with OBJ(1:12:00) Is Freddie Kitchens taking heat for Baker's mistakes?(1:16:30) How Sean McVay sees the big picture(1:24:20) Newsreels: "I can't believe this is the Cowboys"(1:30:35) Vikings are playing to the strength of their offense(1:34:00) Bears: "I don't feel any better about Mitchell Trubisky"(1:38:50) Panthers: Can Kyle Allen be the future?(1:42:25) 49ers have "the most diverse run game in football"(1:45:40) Make Me Feel Better About My Team: Titans, Falcons & Chargers 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 recap a big Week 3 for some QBs making their season debut. Can we poke any holes in Daniel Jones' 1st start? Is the Chiefs offense the best ever? And a little-known pass rusher is already on a record pace.(4:25) Give Me The Headline, Young QB Edition - How Daniel Jones opened up the Giants offense(6:25) Teddy Bridgewater: "New Orleans out-Seattled Seattle in Seattle"(8:50) Kyle Allen: "he capitalized on some things Cam Newton didn't"(12:30) Damn! Okay - Shaq Barrett "They're not missing JPP because of this guy right here"(23:20) Film Deep Dive #1 - BAL vs KC "The greatest downfield passing offense we've seen in the history of the NFL"(33:20) Debating John Harbaugh's aggressive decisions(47:20) "I thought the Ravens passed it too much"(52:15) Give Me The Headline - LAR vs CLE "The Browns have no identity"(56:30) DET vs PHI "They can't rush the passer and they can't cover people"(57:45) NYJ vs NE "They almost looked bored"(1:00:15) OAK vs MIN "Zimmer Ball!"(1:03:05) CIN vs BUF "The Bills are can't-miss football right now"(1:06:35) HOU vs LAC "Deshaun Watson is the reason the Texans won that game"(1:10:15) Film Deep Dive #2 - NYG vs TB "The offense is so much better with Daniel Jones" 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 do their weekly picks in an Unbuttoned/PFT PM collaboration. Should the Chiefs be 6-point favorites over the Ravens? Will the Patriots and Cowboys cover their monster spreads? And can the Browns take down the NFC Champs in primetime?(3:50) TNF: Titans-Jaguars "Bang the under"(5:45) Falcons-Colts "The Falcons have the stars, but the Colts are the better team"(9:15) Ravens-Chiefs "I was shocked to see minus-6"(13:10) Bengals-Bills "Why are you trying to make logic of my illogical brain?"(15:55) Broncos-Packers "I think this game is kind of ugly"(19:10) Lions-Eagles "The Eagles have given up some big plays, and that's scary to me"(22:30) Dolphins-Cowboys "Plus I sense that the Dolphins don't give a crap"(26:20) Jets-Patriots "I think I'm being charitable with the points I'm giving to the Jets"(29:50) Raiders-Vikings "If the Vikings are serious about being a contender, this is a game they must win"(34:45) Panthers-Cardinals "The Cardinals will either get Kyle Allen or a diminished Cam Newton"(38:15) Giants-Buccaneers "Daniel Jones has seen this defense"(42:45) Texans-Chargers "It's too much on Deshaun Watson"(46:15) Steelers-49ers "The Steelers are in a spot where nobody believes in them"(50:15) Saints-Seahawks "Sean Payton's going to come up with a few things the Seahawks haven't prepared for"(55:20) SNF: Rams-Browns "I think Freddie Kitchens will realize they need to run the ball"(1:00:35) MNF: Bears-Redskins "It's sucky-ducky Redskins secondary vs sucky-ducky Bears offense." 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 another Deep Dive Wednesday as Simms gets into the Week 2 film with Paul Burmeister. Big Phil reacts to the end of the Eli Manning Era. Plus, Chris says which 0-2 teams he hasn't given up on yet.(2:35) Browns-Jets: How defenses are trying to fool Baker Mayfield(13:10) Saints-Rams: Jared Goff isn't aggressive, and that's ok(26:10) Teddy Bridgewater's performance and why Taysom Hill gives the Saints a better chance(32:00) Seahawks-Steelers: How Pittsburgh's offense had problems even before Big Ben's injury(35:40) Why the Seahawks defense needs Jalen Ramsey(44:00) Big Phil discusses the Giants benching Eli for Daniel Jones(1:02:15) Phil takes us back to when the Giants released him(1:10:00) 49ers-Bengals: The only question for the 49ers offense is Jimmy G(1:18:10) Cardinals-Ravens: "we're seeing Lamar Jackson grow right in front of us"(1:25:40) "Kyler Murray is a baller"(1:30:35) Chiefs-Raiders: the unheralded strength of the KC offense(1:38:10) "Make Me Feel Better About My Team" - Which two 0-2 teams may not be doomed yet? 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 & Paul Burmeister recap a chaotic and eventful Week 2 that saw a pair of Super Bowl winning QBs go down, a Hall of Famer struggle with a new system, and an offensive mastermind crack the code.(3:30) Big Ben is done for the year; are the Steelers done as well?(7:05) Drew Brees is out for a couple months; Simms thinks the answer at QB is on the roster, and his name isn't Teddy Bridgewater(11:50) Give Me The Headline, Part 1: the Bears are holding Mitchell Trubisky back, and why Dak is already an MVP candidate(21:00) "Damn! Okay": Kyle Shanahan found the Konami code for the Bengals defense, Josh Allen is just like Christopher Walken, and props to a group of Chiefs not named Patrick Mahomes(33:45) Vikings-Packers Film Deep Dive: analyzing the Rodgers-LaFleur sideline spat, how the Packers offense will eventually break through, and some very troubling signs from Kirk Cousins(51:40) Give Me The Headline, Part 2: the Dolphins are a college team, Lamar has us asking for LaMORE, the Jaguars play-calling is a disaster, and Jacoby Brissett comes through in the clutch(1:04:30) Eagles-Falcons Film Deep Dive: Jim Schwartz gets way too aggressive (again), Carson Wentz gets way too aggressive, and a fading star RB might be done(1:20:00) "I Checked The Rule Book" ... and tight ends aren't franchise left tackles 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 a joint Unbuttoned-PFTPM podcast, Simms & Florio pick all of the Week 2 games against the spread, including a couple big upsets. And as the Sam Darnold mono news breaks, they discuss what long-term impact it could have on the Jets.(3:00) TNF: Buccaneers-Panthers(6:00) Cardinals-Ravens(10:15) Bills-Giants(15:00) Cowboys-Redskins(18:30) Colts-Titans(22:30) Jaguars-Texans(26:55) Chargers-Lions(30:25) Vikings-Packers(35:55) Patriots-Dolphins(38:50) 49ers-Bengals(42:50) Seahawks-Steelers(49:45) Chiefs-Raiders(52:00) Bears-Broncos(55:40) Saints-Rams(58:45) SNF: Eagles-Falcons(1:05:45) MNF: Browns-Jets(1:11:05) Best Bets of Week 2(1:14:20) Sam Darnold's injury impact on Jets 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 takes a deep dive on the Week 1 film with Paul Burmeister and Big Phil. Plus, he talks some fan bases off the ledge to make them feel better after their 0-1 team.(4:15) Falcons-Vikings: How Dalvin Cook is back, but Devonta Freeman is not(13:50) Redskins-Eagles: What makes Carson Wentz's deep ball so special?(22:00) Big Phil Simms joins: are the Steelers missing Le'Veon Bell & Antonio Brown?(25:30) Bills-Jets: How Sean McDermott's defense shook Sam Darnold down to his footwork(30:00) Steelers-Patriots: How New England's secondary suffocates QBs; What Pittsburgh's offense needs to change(35:00) Only a few minutes in, and the Jaguars are losing their cool(42:50) Have the Steelers ever played the Patriots before? Because it sure didn't seem like it(49:10) Giants-Cowboys: Kellen Moore's immediate effect on the offense; Dak's new throwing motion(59:50) Ravens-Dolphins: Was the blowout more about Baltimore’s great O or Miami's bad D?(1:09:10) Bengals-Seahawks: Zac Taylor's familiarity with "Seattle-beaters"(1:17:20) Thanks to loyal listener & homie @adefaje, we have a new segment for all the bummed out fan bases - "Make Me Feel Better About My Team" - for the Bears, Buccaneers, Jets, Broncos, Falcons, Jaguars & Browns 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 & Ahmed Fareed break down all the Week 1 headlines, take a deep dive on the 2 biggest games of the weekend, and take a pop quiz to recap the opening Sunday in the NFL.(5:05) Give Me The Headline, Part 1: The Pats are a well-oiled machine and everyone else is in big trouble; the Cowboys feel like they have a different aura; the Panthers blow a big change; and Todd Gurley is still special.(18:50) "Damn! Okay": Shout-outs to Kyler Murray, Dalvin Cook, and John Ross. All 3 entered with question marks, and all 3 made say "Dayyyum! okay."(30:30) Titans-Browns Film Deep Dive: Baker's no-good-very-bad-day, don't forget about Nick Chubb, and Cleveland's O-line gets a C-, and momentum is HUGE!(46:25) Give Me The Headline, Part 2: DeSean Jackson's speed and Doug Pederson's cojones rule the day; why the Jets lost the game in the 1st half; Jameis Winston & Jimmy G played a game of "who can screw it up more?"; and Melvin Gordon might have reason to come back.(1:02:20) Chiefs-Jaguars Film Deep Dive: Patrick Mahomes put on a display, Andy Reid put on a friggin clinic, R.I.P. to the Seattle Cover 3 scheme, Gardner Minshew (!) looks pretty damn good, and why the Chiefs defense looks so different.(1:17:50) Simms checked the rule book, and the Dolphins are allowed to play a safety in the middle of the field(1:22:45) Pop Quiz hot shot- does Simms know who was the fastest ball-carrier, who threw the longest completion through the air, and which team faced an 8-man box more than anyone else? 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 joint Unbuttoned-PFTPM with Simms & Florio as they recap the season opener and pick all of the Week 1 games against the spread.(2:00) Packers-Bears: Despite the win, do Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay offense have even more questions than they did before? And do the Bears have a Mitchell Trubisky issue on their hands?(10:30) Falcons-Vikings(14:00) Ravens-Dolphins(16:45) Bills-Jets(18:30) Chiefs-Jaguars(22:30) Rams-Panthers(27:15) Titans-Browns(30:30) Redskins-Eagles(38:15) Bengals-Seahawks(41:35) Colts-Chargers(45:20) Lions-Cardinals(48:20) Giants-Cowboys(51:45) 49ers-Bucs(57:55) Steelers-Patriots(1:05:20) Texans-Saints(1:09:25) Broncos-Raiders & Antonio Brown drama 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 2019 season is only a couple days away, and Chris Simms has the answer key. He gives his playoff & awards predictions with Ahmed Fareed in this mega season preview pod.(3:30) The Cowboys have signed one of their stars to a long-term extension, but it isn't Zeke Elliott ... yet(7:50) What's the impact of Jadeveon Clowney heading to Seattle and the Texans giving up two 1st round picks for Laremy Tunsil?(17:45) AFC Playoff Predictions: Which division will get 3 teams in? And will the Pats or Chiefs grab the #1 seed?(39:45) NFC Playoff Predictions: Simms picks a shocker to miss the playoffs altogether, and a return to power for a team coming off a bad year.(1:01:30) Playoff Bracket Predictions: Some big upsets, a top seed goes down at home in the Divisional, and one long-suffering team needs to wait another year for a playoff win.(1:11:10) Award Predictions: no surprise for MVP, but a breakout DPOY candidate(1:15:00) The Packers and Bears open up the season on Thursday night. Simms tells you what to watch for with the new-look Green Bay offense. 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.

Birthday Boy Chris Simms and Liam McHugh plow through NFC win totals, predict where Jadeveon Clowney will wind up, and take a look at some of the top QBs to watch this college football season.(0:20) Turning 39 is ... something(6:25) Things have gotten bad between the Texans and Jadeveon Clowney. Simms explains why he ultimately thinks that the edge rusher will wind up with an NFC contender.(14:25) Jimmy G is in full CYA mode after a rocky preseason(18:45) We put Jon Gruden through the Simms BS translator to decipher what he really means behind his plea to take more deep shots(21:45) Jalen Ramsey is already talking about shadowing Tyreek Hill in Week 1 and we can't wait(33:00) NFC East over/unders: why the Cowboys are a fringe playoff team(39:00) NFC North over/unders: why the division favorites have an overrated offense(48:50) NFC South over/unders: why a trendy sleeper team has shown some bad signs(57:05) NFC West over/unders: why you should bet the under on most of the division(1:08:30) Don't forget how close Notre Dame was to Clemson during the 1st half last year, and the one stud player who will blow your mind(1:14:50) Are the Longhorns ready to return to a national power?(1:17:40) Simms breaks down Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, and Jake Fromm, and the best NFL QB prospect might surprise you(1:23:10) We assume Alabama & Clemson will be in the mix. And take Georgia out of the convo as well. What team are we getting behind to make a run at the playoff? 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 & Paul Burmeister discuss the shocking Andrew Luck retirement, break down some film on QB play from Preseason Week 3, and rip through the AFC win totals.(2:35) Why it really sucks that Luck retired, and why we like him even more now(13:20) The biggest thing the Colts will miss, and it's not what you think it is(18:10) Jimmy G film: the performance was much improved, but something with the mechanics is still really messed up(22:10) Kyler Murray film: a lot better than last week, but he's in an offense that's so vanilla, it's translucent(26:40) Kirk Cousins film: it wasn't pretty, and why their passing offense could struggle(29:20) Baker Mayfield film: might've been one of his worst performances, but why there's no reason to worry(32:10) The Legend of Swamp Ass is real(33:50) Jameis Winston film: not good, but why it wasn't his fault(36:05) Big Ben film: look out for the Steelers(37:10) Matthew Stafford film: he looked tight, and his play-caller has hopefully self-scouted thyself(40:00) Nick Foles film: why the Jags are salivating(41:35) Film speed round: who jumped out, who did Simms expect more from, and the team that was sneaky dominant(46:32) AFC East Over/Unders: the guys are at odds over a potential Wild Card candidate(50:10) AFC North Over/Unders: this division includes the best bet on the board(53:55) AFC South Over/Unders: a playoff team from last year is in big trouble, and it might not be who you think(57:20) AFC West Over/Unders: why the Chiefs won't match last year's output 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 break down the B-Side storylines to watch in 2019. The Big F’er has some backup QB concerns. Rotoworld’s Josh Norris tells us who to avoid in upcoming fantasy draft while Chris shares the guy he’s most excited about.(4:45) Simms’ pregame jams(6:34) The Patriots secondary should be getting as much love as the offense(14:56) Will the Cowboys offense be creative enough to win games?(20:36) Jimmy Garoppolo isn’t the 49ers biggest concern(27:14) Question mark in Cleveland? Offensive line(29:24) Packers “could be Top 5 defense in football”(40:51) Phil Simms has a little more hope in Josh Dobbs than before(54:00) Cam Newton has his best supporting cast yet(59:39) Fantasy: Josh Norris more confident in Nick Chubb than Le’Veon Bell(1:04:25) Fantasy: Will Zach Ertz & Jarvis Landry see the ball enough? 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.

There's a lot of Week 2 Preseason action for Chris & Ahmed Fareed to break down. Off the field, what to make of Baker Mayfield's comments on Daniel Jones? On the field, what does Chris' Film Review say about Jimmy Garoppolo and Kyler Murray, and is everyone underreacting to Taysom Hill?(0:50) Ahmed has seen at least a dozen movies, and he names his Top 5 all-time(5:00) Should Ezekiel Elliott be offended by Jerry Jones' "Zeke who?" joke?(12:45) The latest episode in the never-ending Antonio Brown saga(19:00) Giving context to Baker Mayfield's comments on Daniel Jones(25:45) Odell Beckham Jr. is still sour towards the Giants(31:35) Jimmy Garoppolo film: concerns beyond his 0.0 passer rating(39:05) Kyler Murray film: "he was still throwing piss missiles all over the field"(43:00) Daniel Jones film: "some of the down-the-field throws I've been the most impressed with"(48:15) Jarrett Stidham film: "his arm is big time"(51:00) Ryan Finley film: "his accuracy is off the charts"(54:25) Film Review Speed Round: Josh Rosen, Dwayne Haskins, and more(1:04:15) Preseason Underreactions: don't worry about the Falcons O-line(1:06:25) Taysom Hill: "fits the Saints offense better than Teddy Bridgewater" 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 an #AskMeAnything with Chris and Ahmed, with an appearance from Big Phil. We dive into how Jon Gruden made Chris practice yelling, what the Colts chances are without Luck, and who are the Top 5 WR Divas of all-time. -(6:20) Chris investigates the deeper strategy behind the Patriots joint practices-(11:40) Phil Simms storytime: Parcells on being friends with teammates-(16:05) Yelling lessons from Jon Gruden-(24:35) Top 5 WR Corps in the NFL-(34:25) The 2019 Game of the Year?-(39:10) The Colts chances without Andrew Luck-(44:05) Top 5 WR Divas of all-time-(54:30) How much to trade for Trent Williams?-(57:15) What would make Chris give up football?-(1:01:45) Ahmed has a Wayne Fontes bet-(1:11:00) The hardest position to scout 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 back in studio after a week on the road. He and Ahmed Fareed analyze the bizarre Antonio Brown situation, and break down all the rookie film from Week 1 of the preseason:(3:03) How did Simms find out about AB's cryotherapy treatment gone wrong?(12:20) Jon Gruden is famous for enabling stars, but might be well-equipped to handle this situation(19:10) Why we'll see AB on the field Week 1(20:30) Power ranking the crazy nuggets from the whole AB saga(28:00) Kyler Murray film: why he looked so special(31:50) Daniel Jones film: why he might've had the most impressive performance of the weekend(38:00) Dwayne Haskins film: why movement was the biggest takeaway(41:55) Drew Lock film: why this week was much better than last(44:10) Jarrett Stidham film: why the Pats might've found their Brady replacement(48:05) Josh Rosen film: why he has room to improve(52:10) Rapid fire film review on Quinnen Williams, Ed Oliver, Clelin Ferrell, Josh Allen, Brian Burns, Devin White, Devin Bush, Rashan Gary, N'Keal Harry, Deebo Samuel, Mecole Hardman, David Montgomery(1:06:10) Preseason is filled with overreactions, but are we UNDER-reacting to certain things? 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 week on the road concludes with some serious star power, as Simms spends 1-on-1 time with Odell Beckham Jr, Ben Roethlisberger, and Rodney Harrison.-(0:00) Behind the scenes at a commercial shoot, Rodney Harrison spends a couple minutes to discuss his induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame, and why more of his teammates should be in Canton.-(3:45) Odell Beckham Jr discusses developing chemistry with Baker Mayfield, chasing Jerry Rice's records and multiple Super Bowls, and his "other" best catches-(17:40) Ben Roethlisberger explains why he doesn't pay much attention to his mechanics, filling the Antonio Brown void, making risky throws, and why he wears #7 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 hits the road and meets up with Peter King to discuss all the teams he's visited on his training camp tour.(13:30) Browns: why Freddie Kitchens is made for the job in Cleveland(20:45) Broncos: how Vic Fangio is determined to make Von Miller a more complete player(22:30) Vegas: touring the new Raiders stadium(24:50) Jets: pumping the brakes on Le'Veon Bell and the Jets offense(26:30) Ravens: why Lamar Jackson will be running much less than last year(29:05) Eagles: Carson Wentz looks much healthier now than he did in 2018(33:05) Panthers: how Christian McCaffrey is like Jerry Rice(37:05) Falcons: the strange aspect of the Falcons offense(39:40) Bucs: Bruce Arians' secret message to Jameis Winston(44:30) Dolphins: the big mistake that Miami might be making(47:40) Jaguars: the good problem facing Jacksonville(53:05) Saints: it's all about the defense in New Orleans(59:55) Colts: even though Captain Andrew Luck has a calf strain, Indy could be headed for big things(1:05:05) Packers & Texans: JJ Watt chasing Aaron Rodgers, Guns n Roses, and breaking bicycles in Green Bay. 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.

August is all about fantasy football, and Chris and Paulie B. have Rotoworld expert Josh Norris on set to deal out draft advice. Who are this year's Patrick Mahomes & Alvin Kamara? But first, we dive into some reality...should the Cowboys prioritize Dak's contract over Zeke's? And what do we think of Baker Mayfield yelling at his receivers?-(4:30) Chris gives inside info on the Trent Williams trade rumors-(7:20) Which contract should the Cowboys prioritize: Dak Prescott or Ezekiell Elliott?-(15:50) Storytime: when holdouts get ugly-(21:35) Breaking down Baker Mayfield's leadership style-(26:00) The best leader Simms ever played with-(30:05) Is Andrew Luck's latest injury cause for concern?-(44:10) Chris gripes about fantasy football-(46:45) Is Kyler Murray a Top 10 fantasy QB?-(52:05) Is Lamar Jackson a steal at QB15?-(58:50) Should you draft Saquon Barkley or Ezekiel Elliott 1st overall?-(1:05:40) Which mid-tier RB should you "buy buy buy buy buy!"-(1:07:40) Why Antonio Brown isn't a Top 5 WR-(1:14:45) Two mid-tier TE who could explode in great offenses-(1:19:45) Players you shouldn't draft 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 baaaaack! Chris and Liam return to the set to tackle training camp holdouts, Dak vs Goff, & delusional player predictions. Plus, Big Phil explains why he's down on Brown but wacko for Flacco.-(3:30) Why Ezekiel Elliott will win his holdout...-(7:45) ...and why Melvin Gordon won't win his-(17:55) Big Phil on the "next superstar pass rusher"-(29:05) Why are we talking about Dak Prescott more than Jared Goff?-(38:00) Being bearish on Antonio Brown in Oakland-(43:20) Could Joe Flacco silence the haters?-(53:20) Why should Ryan Fitzpatrick start over Josh Rosen?-(57:25) Delusional Predictions: Could Lamar Jackson lead the NFL in carries?-(1:04:00) Could OBJ catch Jerry Rice?-(1:09:20) Could Le'Veon Bell get 500 touches? 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 chats with 3 NFL legends:(2:12) Tony Romo on his TV game preparation and how he's able to predict plays, his Cowboys legacy, the game that put him on the map, and a nutty story involving Larry Allen's Lamborghini(18:10) Jerry Rice talks about being the original GOAT, why his uniform always had to be spotless, the 49ers rivalry with the Giants, and why he was envious of Deion Sanders' boxer shorts(28:00) Simms tells Joe Theismann why the infamous broken leg earned him a lot of friends. The Redskins great also discusses the current Washington QB situation, and tells the story about why Notre Dame wanted him to change the pronunciation of his last name 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 chats with Travis Kelce about the brilliance and jaw-dropping ability of Patrick Mahomes, the new TE hierarchy with Gronk retired, ranking experiences in the Summer of Kelce, and why he believes in aliens and 'friendly' ghosts (2:15); Rams safety Eric Weddle reminisces about the role he played in the turning point of Simms career, going nuts on ice cream in the offseason, and his new fit with the Rams (18:20). 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 walks the course with Steph Curry, Charley Barkley, & David Wells for some rollicking conversations about the state of the NBA, dealing with teammates defections in free agency, and wild locker room stories.-Steph Curry on Kevin Durant's free agency decision, why the Warriors can be loved again, when he knew he was a great shooter, and the best teammate prank (2:10)-Charles Barkley on the best lesson he learned about dealing with criticism, his popularity now vs the Dream Team era, the favorites in NBA after free agency, why all the player movement could be a bad thing, and changes he'd make to football if he were commissioner for a day (16:25)-David Wells riffs on his old Yankee teams of the late 90s, partying in New York City with Simms, and why he flipped from being a Chargers fan to rooting for the Redskins (27:50) 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.

At long last, Simms goes 1-on-1 with Packers QB Aaron Rodgers for a candid and revealing conversation, and finally gets to serenade #12 with "Ohhh Aaron Rodgers".-Rodgers thoughts on Patrick Mahomes (1:50)-How Kobe Bryant, Joe Montana, and Michael Jordan had an impact on his game (3:00)-The evolution of his throwing motion, why his mechanics are all self-taught, the misnomer that he's ever throwing off-balance, and what he learned from watching Brett Favre (5:00)-Which defensive player used to drive him nuts, and which current d-lineman is unlike anything we've ever seen (10:00)-His excitement for Year 1 with new head coach Matt LaFleur, the freedom to call audibles at the line, and the revamped Packers D (12:00)-Why the new pass interference replay review could ultimately benefit the defense (16:00-Drinking scotch, chugging beer, guilty pleasures, and binge-worthy shows (17:15)-Simms serenades #12 with "Ohhh Aaron Rodgers" (19:20) 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 hanging out with celebs in Lake Tahoe at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship and asks a few NFL'ers for "Anonymous Locker Room Stories."-Saints coach Sean Payton on trolling Ohio State in team meetings (0:45)-Eagles coach Doug Pederson tells his best Brett Favre stories (5:40)-Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph names his NFL Space Jam team (11:20) 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 an all-bets-are-off edition of Ask Me Anything, as questions from MikeLikesDirt & alter-ego ChrisDimms take Chris and Ahmed everywhere from favorite Austin bars to a podcast partner royal rumble.-How to stop Patrick Mahomes (4:04)-Chris names his dream coaching staff (15:17)-"The best BBQ I've ever had in my life" (23:10)-Biggest Hall of Fame snubs (30:38)-Chris reminisces about the favorite game he ever played in (37:13)-Florio vs Lefkoe and a battle royale of Chris' podcast partners (42:30)-The time young Simms pranked Jeff Hostetler (45:13)-Most bad-ass NFL stadiums (54:47)-How to grip a football (59:10)-Fork or spoon for the rest of your life? (1:05:28)-How many 12-year-olds could Chris beat up? (1:08:55) 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 the final countdown...With just Patrick Mahomes & Aaron Rodgers left, who takes the top spot in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown? Then, Chris and Paul tie a bow on the full list. -After 50 TDs last year, how can Patrick Mahomes get to 60? (8:10)-What makes the Andy Reid offense different? (16:10)-Why will Aaron Rodgers have a bounceback season? (22:49)-How Chris almost swapped his Top 2 (36:35)-Chris' biggest QB Countdown regret (39:00)-Which two QBs does Chris hope he's wrong about? (41:40)-Simms and Florio sing the classics (49:11) 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 ranked Tom Brady #9 in his QB Countdown, and the internet was not happy. Chris responds to the haters, Ahmed and him reveal four more QBs in the countdown, and Big Phil stops in to tell stories about wads of cash and facing the '85 Bears.-Chris reads mean tweets (3:55)-Answering fan questions on Brees & Brady's ranks (10:05)-#6 on the Phil Simms, I mean Chris Simms QB Countdown (19:31)-This year's QB #5 could be next year's QB #1 (30:59)-Phil Simms tells stories about lending cash to Lawrence Taylor (41:38)-'85 Bears and the greatest teams Big Phil ever faced (53:40)-Which QB #11 from last year jumped to #4 in this year's Countdown? (1:11:45)-When you're QB #3, you can afford a meme guy (1:20:45) 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 ranks Drew Brees at #10 & Tom Brady at #9. Not surprisingly, people have their takes. Also on the pod: Reaction to the toughest QBs from last week (2:50); Brees is the man but the end of last year saw a dip in his play (18:55); Tom Brady is awesome and one of the greatest ever. But this isn't an all-time list. And not every QB is lucky enough to have Bill Belichick (25:55); Simms responds to Kurt Warner's challenge (35:45); Cam Newton checks in at #8, and we run through his best fashion choices (38:00); Is this the year Matty Ice finally breaks through with a title? (43:20); time to self-evaluate thyself and admit a rankings mistake (57:30).Watch this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4HaisytclU 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.

As we round out the teens of the Simms' Top 40 QB Countdown, Chris and Ahmed discuss a QB who is held back by his offense and a where they'd put their money on an MVP bet. Plus, Big Phil joins to talk QB question marks and what to make of the latest Aaron Rodgers "drama."Watch this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfK2l2-HWHg-How could we forget Smokin' Jay Cutler? (2:32)-Why did QB #14 fall from Top 5 last year? (8:16)-How QB #13 is overcoming his "kindergarten-ish" offense (18:00)-Big Phil on the benefits of playing sick (30:40)-Aaron Rodgers "vs" Matt LaFleur (35:10)-Has the NFL has caught up to the Rams offense (40:55)?-Lamar Jackson question marks (50:30)-Can Jameis Winston can succeed with Bruce Arians? (54:16)-Dark horse MVP bets (1:00:20)-Is Philip Rivers a Hall of Famer? (1:06:35)-QB #11 is a "more talented Andrew Luck" (1:17:26) 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 next four QBs in the Top 40 Countdown take Chris and Paul to a land of risque nicknames and dopplegangers.Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTta0WYSxWI-Are tampering charges the start of Nick Caserio leaving the Patriots for the Texans? (3:41)-With Daniel Jones and Eli Manning now in an open competition, what has Chris heard from inside the Giants facility? (8:58)-After hearing from Rams fans, Simms defends why he has Jared Goff as the 19th-best QB in the league (16:45)-What changed about Derek Carr's game in the last 2 seasons? (26:00)-What's stopping Chris from naming Baker Mayfield a Top 10 QB? (34:30)-Chris gives his Top 5 Rookie QB Seasons of all-time (39:45)-Paul introduces his alias, "Big Willie Grand" (45:16)-We go through a slideshow of lookalikes for QB #16 (46:42)-Chris debunks the myth of Primetime Kirk Cousins (55:15)-Is Chris more optimistic about the Vikings or Jaguars this season? (1:03:52) 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 jam-packed episode of Chris Simms Unbuttoned. Chris reveals his Top 5 Scrambling QBs, then Big Phil explains if Cam Newton can really change his throwing motion. Finally, Ahmed and Chris reveal the next 4 passers in the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown and look back at when smoking was cool in the NFL.-After the Raptors timeout heard 'round the world: is momentum real in football? (2:20)-Chris responds to tweets and gives his Top 5 Scrambling QBs in the NFL (7:47)-Phil Simms on Cam Newton's mechanics & the NFL's all-time scramblers (20:03)-Sam Darnold, Dick Hammer, and smoking on the sideline (46:50)-QB #21 is an "under the radar MVP" bet this season (53:32)-Does Mitchell Trubisky get too much hate? (1:02:52)-Does Jared Goff get too much love? (1:08:45) 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 all starting QBs from here on out for the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown. Chris and Paul reveal five more names, including a Super Bowl MVP, two veterans in a prove-it year with new head coaches, and two young passers who might soon be “pillow-worthy” for Chris’ couch.-Paul recaps his exclusive (!) interview with Bill Belichick (1:04)-What made Jameis Winston “one of the hardest QBs to rank” for Chris? (9:48)-What separates Andy Dalton from Jared Goff? (18:04)-After some bad seasons, what is still #elite about Joe Flacco? (26:05)-What part of Kyler Murray's game is already at Rodgers-Mahomes level? (34:59)-How high did Chris put man crush Josh Allen? 44:04)-What are the Top 3 strongest arms in the NFL? (54:27) 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 Simms Top 40 QB Countdown keeps rolling with 5 more passers revealed, right after Chris gets some eggs cracked on his head (1:20). Then the latest NFL news: How does Gerald McCoy fit into the Panthers defense (5:14)? Is Todd Gurley headed down the same path as Calvin Johnson (9:17)? Then reacting to your Twitter questions, Chris breaks down the Ryan Fitzpatrick Cycle (13:08). Speaking of Fitz, why will he and Josh Rosen be memorizing words like "topper" and gotti" this offseason (18:20)? Then, the highest backup QB on the countdown lands at #31 (25:08). It took a while, but Chris finally has had it with the excuses for Eli Manning (29:10). Ahmed puts Simms through a round of "Is he younger than Lamar Jackson?" (32:04) Marcus Mariota enters the countdown (40:14), and Big Phil Simms joins to give his thoughts on the Titans QB (46:31). And while plenty of fans are against the NFL expanding to an 18-game schedule, Phil explains why he would embrace it (50:05). Finally, we cap the episode with the last QB of the day, who will have to hold off a first-round rookie this summer (1:11:35). 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 spends some time with Bills QB Josh Allen to talk about the nuances of being a QB (2:50); concerns about his accuracy in college (6:10); his dust-up with Jalen Ramsey (19;15); LeSean McCoy spoiling The Avengers (33:15); a game of Josh Allen or Josh Allen with Josh Allen (37:41); and his reaction to Patrick Mahomes saying he could throw 100 yds (42:00). 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 Simms Top 40 QB Countdown continues with QBs 36-33, which include a former Rookie of the Year, an embattled former Super Bowl MVP and two passers on new teams this season. First, Chris and Paul play detective on where the reports of the Jets drama are really coming from (4:08). Then back to the QB countdown talk...could Robert Griffin III give the Ravens a better chance to win this season than Lamar Jackson (13:00)? Ryan Fitzpatrick looked an All-Pro for the Bucs last September, but does he have a chance of starting in Miami this season (22:39)? The guys express some Daniel Jones fatigue and debate Eli Manning's Hall of Fame candidacy (29:30). What would Marino or Elway's stats look like if they played in today's game? (37:40) Finally, they rank the AFC South, a loaded division any way you slice it (50:20). 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.

Homies and haters get ready, the day is here. Chris and Ahmed kick off the Simms Top 40 QB Countdown with numbers 40 to 37. Did former #70 QB Blake Bortles make the cut (6:12)? Then the first four includes a 2018 starter turned 2019 backup (7:33), two Redskins QBs (14:09 & 20:55), and a rookie who Simms thought was the second-best in this year's draft (28:15). Then after a vacation of dodging the sun in Barbados, Big Phil Simms makes his triumphant return to the podcast to talk about Bart Starr's legacy (37:05) and tell a story about losing to one of his idols (47:01). 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 dive back into your questions today with another Ask Me Anything. Chris and Liam both describe the times they've been starstruck, including the most nervous game of catch of Simms' life (4:33). Fresh off his trip to Buffalo, Chris explains how Josh Allen is improving his accuracy (10:57). Where is the best landing spot for Gerald McCoy (15:45)? Could Ricky Williams have been a Hall of Famer (18:37)? What does Chris think about the NFL's changing attitude towards marijuana (21:11) and the Oklahoma drill (27:13)? Is Derek Carr overconfident or overcompensating (29:53)? Other than JuJu Smith-Schuster, what young receivers need to step up this season (39:23)? Which of Simms' teammates had the worst excuses for being late to meetings (44:08)? What is the bar for Freddie Kitchens and the Browns this season (49:30)? And who are the best pests in the NFL (55:39)? 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.

For the first time ever, we venture into the No Spleen Zone, where Chris & Ahmed call BS on some of the NFL's biggest storylines. But first they get into some of the latest news. After getting cut by the Buccaneers, where does Gerald McCoy land next (7:39)? Is McCoy a better free agent than Ndamukong Suh (11:53)? What do we make of Ezekiel Elliott being handcuffed at a concert (16:05)? Should Peyton Manning want to be the Jets GM (21:13)? Chris dials up his BS meter on narratives like: Adam Gase made a power play in New YorK (25:00), a PED suspension doesn't hurt Patrick Peterson's character (31:00), Big Ben is "sorry" for calling out Antonio Brown last season (39:45), and Daniel Jones could start over Eli Manning in Week 1 (48:06). 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.

Many are laughing at the Jets for firing GM Mike Maccagnan after a big offseason, but Chris and Paul explain why the reasoning and timing of the move makes sense (4:01). With reports that Bill Belichick will take defensive coordinator duties for this season, Chris looks back on his time in New England to explain what makes the Patriots coaching staff different from all other teams (18:20). Then he gives his Top 5 Belichick Defense Performances of all-time (29:55). Finally, Simms and Paul defend Joe Flacco's comments on Drew Lock and debunk the myth of QB mentoring (42:07). 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.