Divisional Picks: Upset in Buffalo + Brady vs Brees

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Divisional Picks: Upset in Buffalo + Brady vs Brees

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Jan 13, 2021

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Due to some scheduling conflicts, there will be no WTF Happened Wednesday pod this week. Instead, enjoy Chris and Mike's Divisional Round picks a day early.(5:30) #6 Rams at #1 Packers(16:00) #5 Ravens at #2 Bills(28:00) #6 Browns at #1 Chiefs(36:40) #5 Buccaneers at #2 Saints(46:00) Divisional Round Props(49:45) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues pick

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Jan 13, 2021

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Chris Simms takes an unfiltered look at the NFL, featuring player access, unabashed opinion, X&O film breakdown, and stories from a life in and around football.

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#24 - NFL Draft 1st Round Recap: Chris and Paul recap a fun NFL Draft party with the homies as we watched one of the wildest 1st rounds in recent memory. Now that the Cardinals took Kyler Murray, can they really keep Josh Rosen? (3:57) Is there some logic to Mike Mayock and Jon Gruden's shocking pick of Clelin Ferrell 4th overall? (20:35) Why are Giants fans already booing Daniel Jones? (30:40) Why did Jawaan Taylor fall out of Round 1? (50:39) And what are the names to watch for early in Round 2? (59:15) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
65 min listen
#27 - 2016 Draft Re-Do, 2020 Draft QBs & A.J. Green: Chris & Liam come in hot with a rant on "unwritten rules" before getting into the NFL talk . The deadline for 5th-year options is here, so we do a 2016 Draft Do-Over (6:41). Would Chris still take Jared Goff over Carson Wentz? And where does Dak Prescott fit in the QB hierarchy? Odds for the 2020 Draft 1st overall pick are out and Chris weighs in on what he thinks of next year's QB class (27:00). Who of Tua Tagovailoa, Jake Fromm & Justin Herbert should go #1, and who is not even a 1st round prospect? A.J. Green then joins to talk about his new head coach and the perfect hot dog topping (43:09). Finally, we weigh in on Bills Mafia tailgates (59:05) and whether we would rather hang out with Tom Brady or Aaron Rodgers at the Kentucky Derby (1:04:05). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
70 min listen
#48 - Steph Curry, Charles Barkley, & David Wells: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
37 min listen
#40 - Best All-Time Rookie QB Seasons, "Big Willie Grand" & Top 40 QB Countdown (#18-15): 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 optimi by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
68 min listen
#30 - Top 10 CBs, Rookie QB Competitions & Aaron Rodgers on Game of Thrones: It's a joint episode of Unbuttoned & PFT PM with Mike Florio in-house. Chris explains why the start of rookie minicamps are the most nervous day for NFL GMs (3:26). How will the QB competitions shake out for Kyler Murray (9:45), Dwayne Haskins (12:25), and Drew Lock (17:58)? Chris tells stories about rising and falling up Jon Gruden's depth chart (20:12). Florio and Simms wonder how Quinnen Williams being starstruck (22:02) or Devin Bush being vocal (29:31) will go over in the locker room. CB Xavien Howard has a big new contract from the Dolphins; Mike debunks why it's not the record deal everyone is reporting (34:04) and Chris reveals where Howard ranks in his Top 10 CBs (41:16). Finally, the guys give some parting thoughts on Aaron Rodgers' Game of Thrones cameo (51:19) and who ruined basketball for Chris (55:06). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
61 min listen
#47 - Aaron Rodgers: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
24 min listen
#32 - No Spleen Zone: Gerald McCoy vs Ndamukong Suh, Big Ben vs Antonio Brown, & Eli Manning vs Daniel Jones: 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). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
58 min listen
#42 - Brees & Brady Ranks Make The Internet Mad: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
60 min listen
#26 - Ask Me Anything, 11 Things You Didn't Know About Laremy Tunsil, & Phil Simms on Daniel Jones & his best Parcells stories: Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister put a bow on the NFL Draft by taking questions from the listeners in another edition of 'Ask Me Anything' (2:45). Is DK Metcalf more likely the next Julio Jones or Kevin White? Did the Pats find a perfect fit with Chase Winovich? Simms also debunks the rumors that Kyle Shanahan & John Lynch are at odds. Which NFL players would make the best Avengers (16:30)? Big Phil calls in to debunk some rumors about his draft announcement in 1979, the treatment of Daniel Jones in NYC, and his best Bill Parcells stories (35:50). Chris & Paul take a few more questions on Mitch Trubisky's MVP candidacy, Josh Rosen's timeline, and a Kirk Cousins overreaction (1:03:30). Finally, Chris spends some time with Laremy Tunsil, as we find out 11 Things We Didn't Know about the Dolphins OT (1:15:00). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
94 min listen
#25 - NFL Draft Breakdown: Burning Questions, Gold-Silver-Bronze, & Walk of Shame: With the NFL Draft complete, Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break it all down. The Giants are in spin zone, but there are plenty of reasons why people should cut Daniel Jones some slack (3:35). After the Josh Rosen trade to Miami, the AFC East has become 3 Baby's and a Goat (15:00). John Elway has found his man, Joe Flacco has deja vu, and Drew Lock has a chance to become something big in Denver (24:45). Rapid fire QB thoughts after the Big 4, including the late-round pick that has a chance to supplant a long-time starter (30:35). Simms then answers some burning questions: Should Aaron Rodgers be ticked off? Will one GM be gone after getting universal praise for his top pick? Which GMs are you buying a round for? Which team deserves a walk of shame? And why Jimmy G should be a happy guy (36:35). We wrap things up by handing out awards - who gets the Gold-Silver-Bronze for the entire draft? (58:50) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
70 min listen
#33 - AMA: Throwing with POTUS, Ricky Williams' HOF case, and "I had to go number two": 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)? by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
60 min listen
#44 - Top 40 QB Countdown Concludes: Rodgers vs Mahomes: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
52 min listen
#70 - Film Deep Dive: Inside the Browns failed 4th & 9, the juggernaut Cowboys, and there's a new Best RB in the NFL: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
108 min listen
#36 - Bills QB Josh Allen: 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). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
49 min listen
#38 - Top 3 Arms in the NFL and Top 40 QB Countdown continues (#27-23): 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
60 min listen
#63 - Week 1 Headlines, Browns & Chiefs Film Deep Dive, "Damn! Okay", and R.I.P. to the Seattle Cover 3: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
90 min listen
#28 - What Chaps My @ss and Defending Mitch Trubisky: Draft news has died down, so Chris and Paul take the opportunity to analyze (and rant about) the latest NFL news. What is the best landing spot for the remaining big name free agents like Ndamukong Suh & Ziggy Ansah? (2:39) Chris gets to vent in a new segment called What Chaps My @ss: Did a team really ask Daniel Jones to work out at tight end? (14:56) And why should fans back off players who don't work out with their teams? (18:58) We found a list of the NFL's most optimistic fan bases, and Simms names the two teams he is most excited about (32:22). And after battling once again with the Trubisky-haters, Chris gives his top picks for the next QB who will win his first Super Bowl (34:54). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
66 min listen
#41 - Rodgers "vs" LaFleur, MVP bets & Top 40 QB Countdown (#14-11): 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
89 min listen
#29 - What Makes Me Cry, The Top 5 Route Runners & Phil Simms on Reggie White: Ahmed is back to talk football (and cricket?) with Chris. We react to the news and timing of Ziggy Ansah signing with the Seahawks (3:28). Simms reveals the sporting event (and movie) that makes him cry every time (6:18). Then the fans take control, as we dive into another Ask Me Anything mailbag. Why is Chris down on Jared Goff and the Rams (9:39)? Who are the Top 5 route runners in the NFL (17:14)? After Simms brags that he's never uncomfortable, a question makes him uncomfortable (21:31). Then Big Phil joins us to talk about the dumbest great QB of all-time (27:26), the two sophomore QBs poised to take a big step forward (34:40), and what the perfect pass rusher looks like (47:52). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
69 min listen
#50 - Tony Romo on predicting plays and his Cowboys legacy; plus Jerry Rice & Joe Theismann: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
42 min listen
#87 - Lamar bests Belichick & Russell Wilson beats bad Bucs strategy in Week 9 Recap: Chris & Ahmed recap all 12 Sunday games of Week 9 and dive deep into the Ravens win over the Patriots and the Seahawks-Bucs OT game. (6:10) Film Deep Dive #1: Ravens O vs Patriots D "Baltimore did to New England what New England does to other teams." (19:40) Chris explains why Bill Belichick has problems with running quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson. (24:55) Patriots O vs Ravens D "It's amazing how fearless Tom Brady is in the pocket at 42 years old." (32:05) "Earl Thomas can't run anymore...He's lost a gear. He's lost two gears." (33:35) Ahmed reveals his favorite fast food place. (37:40) Chiefs 26-Vikings 23 "No Patrick Mahomes is a little bit of a blessing in disguise for the offense." (41:45) Steelers 26-Colts 24 "Bud Dupree has the ability to take over games." (44:20) Raiders 31-Lions 24 "Josh Jacobs is clearly the favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year." (49:00) Chris demonstrates how by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
97 min listen
#35 - Top 40 QB Countdown (#36-33), RG3 coming for LJax, & Eli's Hall of Fame candidacy: 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). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
56 min listen
#34 - Simms Top 40 QB Countdown begins & Big Phil on Bart Starr: 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). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
60 min listen
#46 - Sean Payton, Doug Pederson & Kyle Rudolph: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
21 min listen
#37 - Top 40 QB Countdown (#32-28), done with Eli excuses, and Big Phil wants an 18-game schedule: 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 expandi by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
81 min listen
#56 - Top 5 Diva WRs, Yelling Practice with Jon Gruden, Best Games of 2019, and Josh Allen is the GOAT (of wearing shorts): 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
77 min listen
#55 - Antonio Brown Saga Power Ranks, Rookie QB Film Review, & Preseason Under-reaction: 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 r by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
78 min listen
#43 - Everybody Hates Chris & Lending Cash to LT: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
91 min listen
#31 - Jets fire Mike Maccagnan, Top 5 Belichick Defense Performances, & The Myth of QB Mentoring: 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). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
56 min listen
#68 - Week 3 Picks: Pats & Cowboys with monster spreads, nobody believes in the Steelers, and Daniel Jones' advantage: 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 ser by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
69 min listen

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Round 1 Safeties? + Higher/Lower on 2024 Draft LBs: We did it! Chris (@CSimmsQB) and Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) have finally reached the end of our 2024 Draft prospect previews. Simms reveals his top safeties with 2 names you might remember from our CB rankings. Then the guys play higher or lower with the draft stock of the other big S & LB names. It's all in the eye of the beauty of the beholder...or something like that. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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Eagles extend DeVonta Smith + 2024 Draft WR Comps: With 11 days to the draft, what better time to bring Connor (@ConnorJRogers) to the desk to talk prospects with Chris (@CSimmsQB)? The guys talk through NFL player comparisons for the top 10 WRs in this class, react to some breaking news, and then hit the mailbag to answer your questions. But first, Chris breaks down how Connor is in full "sun's out, guns out" mode. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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Brock Bowers TE1 + Higher or Lower on 2024 Draft RBs: We wrap up the offensive prospects in the upcoming 2024 Draft as Chris (@CSimmsQB) and Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) break down TEs and RBs, in a little different way. How high should Brock Bowers be drafted, and what's a good landing spot for him? Then, the guys look at the top RBs in consensus mock drafts and Simms says whether he's higher or lower on them. But first, Chris and Ahmed wonder why anyone cares about a needle in a haystack. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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2024 Draft DT Rankings: "He came out swole": It's big butt time! Chris (@CSimmsQB) reveals his rankings of a DT group that is surprisingly sexy, and includes the son of the man who took Simms' spleen. Plus, big butt expert Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) has another name to add to Chris' honorable mentions. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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Oregon QB Bo Nix 1-on-1 interview: Chris Simms (@CSimmsQB) goes to QB school with Oregon QB Bo Nix for an in-depth breakdown of several plays that highlight why he’s a top prospect in this year’s Draft. They also chat about growing up with a dad who played QB, his growth as a player, and getting ready for the Draft. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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Stefon Diggs traded to Texans + 2024 Draft OL Ranks: Stefon Diggs to the Texans?! You'll hear Chris (@CSimmsQB) and Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) react live as the news dropped. Plus, Simms ranks a studly group of O-linemen...could we see 10 go in Round 1? by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
96 min listen
Devin McCourty on Draft CBs + QB Pro Day Reactions: Devin McCourty (@devinmccourty) joins the pod to talk about what he sees in the top CB draft prospects, and what the Patriots should do at pick #3. Then Chris (@CSimmsQB) breaks down what he saw at the Pro Days for the top QBs. And finally, Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) grabs some football and non-football questions from the #AskMeAnything mailbag. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
100 min listen
2024 Draft EDGE Rankings: Draft rankings continue on the defensive side, as Chris (@CSimmsQB) reveals his top EDGE rusher prospects. Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) has your questions and wonders why there seems to be more of a consensus each year with this position by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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2024 Draft CB Rankings: "My first man crush this year": After hitting WRs last week, we go across the line to Chris' (@CSimmsQB) CB ranks for 2024 Draft. Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) has your questions, including why the Chiefs didn't get more in their L'Jarius Sneed trade. But first, we found an old article on Chris' high school championship game. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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2024 Draft WR Ranks reax + #AskMeAnything: It's a mailbag heavy show as Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) asks Chris (@CSimmsQB) as many of your draft and free agency questions as we can get to. But first, Simms has some more underrated WR prospects to shout out, and also tells Ahmed what advice he gave to Aaron Jones when he saw him at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Simms has a theory about Ahmed's sweatiness. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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2024 Draft WR Rankings: "There's no weakness to him": With the big free agency wave done, it's back to prospecting as Chris (@CSimmsQB) ranks his Top 5 WR in the 2024 Draft. Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) has also been grinding the film, and has a couple sleepers he likes. But first, the guys marvel at Connor's baseball acumen. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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NFL Free Agency Team Stock Up/Down + RB Carousel: With Ahmed off working the A10 Tournament, Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) joins Chris (@CSimmsQB) to go team-by-team through the biggest news of free agency. Were the Vikings smart to let Kirk Cousins go? Did the Eagles win free agency, again? And will the Cowboys do...anything? by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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