PFTPM/Unbuttoned Joint Episode: Top 10 CBs & Rookie QB Competitions

#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

Chris Simms on Tyreek Hill Trade Rumors, QB Pro Day Roundup, & KISS Memory Lane: It's a special 3-man weave combo of PFTPM & Unbuttoned. Florio, Chris Simms, and Ahmed Fareed hit the possibility of Tyreek Hill getting traded by the Chiefs (3:20). QB Pro Days are wrapping up, and the guys and wonder what's behind Mike Mayock's love of Dwayne Haskins, and if Will Grier jumped up Simms' rankings after a good performance (9:30). Before he heads out, Florio goes deep on his love affair with KISS, including a jarring story about Gene Simmons and a sweaty towel (25:45). Simms then breaks down the Jihad Ward weight room accident, and tells a story about the greatest feat of strength he ever saw (31:00). Finally, we update our AFC & NFC Madness Bracket with how the homies voted on the first round (39:30). by PFT PM

48 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

#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 & Charg by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

72 min listen

Prospect Talk: Druw Jones, Matthew Liberatore, Zac Veen: Christopher Crawford (@crawford_milb) answers your prospect questions. He discusses players like Druw Jones, Samad Taylor, Ben Joyce and more. by Rotoworld Baseball Show – Fantasy Baseball

37 min listen

#14 - Advice for surviving Jon Gruden, CB Draft Power Ranks, & Edge Rusher Reshuffle: Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister get back to the Draft on today's podcast. With the Raiders working out Kyler Murray, Simms has some sage advice for Derek Carr on how to survive as a QB under Jon Gruden (3:00). Why the tape on Quinnen Williams reminds Simms of Aaron Donald (11:55). After some deeper thought, we have a change in last week's Edge Rusher ranks, and the guys respond to critiques from the homies (16:25). It's time to reveal the CB Draft Power Ranks, including a Josh Norman clone, and a guy Simms has much higher than the consensus (30:25). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

64 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

John Dorsey, Doug Marrone, Mike Zimmer, Matt Patricia, & Chris Ballard: Mike Florio & Chris Simms are at the Owner's Meetings in Phoenix and talking with some of the league's heavy hitters. Browns GM John Dorsey details how the Odell Beckham Jr. trade went down (1:00). Jaguars coach Doug Marrone discusses how the addition of Nick Foles will impact the team (13:50). Vikings coach Mike Zimmer chats about what Kirk Cousins needs to improve on in year 2 with the team (29:45). Lions coach Matt Patricia reminisces about Gronk's career (42:00). And Colts GM Chris Ballard reacts to Foles joining the division (52:20). by PFT PM

68 min listen

Coaching Carousel Recap: Fickell's vision for Wisconsin, Deion Sanders' path to success, Hugh Freeze as a best fit, more! (01/26): The Cover 3 crew talks highlights the most notable coaching changes from the offseason by Cover 3 College Football

58 min listen

#12 - Top 50 Draft Debate, NFL/MLB Prop Bets, & Dolphins coach Brian Flores: Chris Simms & Ahmed Fareed are joined by Rotoworld's Josh Norris to debate his Top 50 draft prospects and there are plenty of disagreements. Josh hypes up Hakeem Butler and Chris reenacts his experience with the Patriots war room (5:20). Then Chris settles an old debt with Dolphins coach Brian Flores as they tell old stories about Belichick, Gronk, and their time as low-level coaches in New England (47:40). We recap a big upset in the Sweet 16 of the Simms Madness bracket (1:04:00). Finally, on Opening Day, we run through some MLB-NFL themed prop bets and ask whether Chris’ Derek Jeter story included a gift basket (1:14:30). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

86 min listen

#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. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

38 min listen

2020 NFL Offseason Preview: What happens with Tom Brady, Drew Brees, CBA? (Football 2/6): The offseason is officially upon us, so Will Brinson and Jason La Canfora break down the biggest storylines set for the next few months. by Pick Six NFL

59 min listen

#AskMeAnything: 49ers trade up (for Mac Jones?) + Zach Wilson's Pro Day: Chris is excited for another episode where of revealing all of the secrets Kyle Shanahan has told him. And he and Ahmed take all of your questions on the big trade for the 49ers and how to react to Zach Wilson's Pro Day. (4:20) 49ers trade up to #3 - Did San Francisco really have to move up so high? Chris doubles down on Mac Jones. Do the 49ers have to trade Jimmy Garoppolo? (25:40) Justin Fields & Trey Lance - Why doesn't Simms think they're as good a fit for Kyle Shanahan? (37:30) Jets - Can they pass up Zach Wilson? Where would Sam Darnold rank in this draft class? (43:40) Zach Wilson's Pro Day - Chris was blown away by it, and responds to inaccurate comparisons to JaMarcus Russell. (1:03:30) Dolphins & Eagles trade - Does Ja'Marr Chase or DeVonta Smith make more sense for Miami? (1:09:40) Draft misc. - Chris gives his take on Dyami Brown's disappointing 40 time, WRs Amon-Ra St. Brown & Elijah Moore, and by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

85 min listen

12/11 BONUS: Week 15 DFS Podcast (Fantasy Football Podcast): Need some DFS advice for Week 15? Our experts Heath Cummings and Mike McClure tell you everything you need to know. by Fantasy Football Today

29 min listen

Strong sense of urgency for Deebo, Lance and several other 49ers players heading into training camp by 49ers Talk with Matt Maiocco

49 min listen

#23 - Final Mock Draft, plus Houston DL Ed Oliver & LSU LB Devin White: Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister break down the big Chiefs/Seahawks trade that sent Frank Clark to Kansas City (3:30). Then Simms unveils his final mock draft on the eve of the big day (8:00). The Giants go QB, but not the one everyone expects; Dwayne Haskins makes an early appearance, and there's a late run on Clemson defenders. Plus, a couple Robin Hood appearances near the end of the 1st round. Then Ed Oliver joins Simms to chat about comparisons to Aaron Donald, where he wants to be drafted, and his weight room prowess (52:45). Simms also chats with LSU LB Devin White on his Mt Rushmore of middle LBs, the most famous LSU alum, and his surprising choice for toughest college opponent (1:03:40) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

88 min listen

Waiver Wire! Gus, Pittman, Jordan Reed and More (11/24 Fantasy Football Podcast): Gus Edwards, Michael Pittman, Philip Rivers, Dalton Schultz, sleepers like Kerryon Johnson & Cordarelle Patterson plus some exciting DSTs to add! And there's Deebo, Sterling Shepard, Tim Patrick and James White! by Fantasy Football Today

65 min listen

#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 Harr by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

64 min listen

Free Agency 2020 Preview: What's next for Tom Brady, Jadeveon Clowney & Derrick Henry?: Florio & Simms 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 t by PFT PM

64 min listen

Free Agency Mega-Preview: It's a special podcast for a special day, as Paulie Burmeister turns 50! What better way to celebrate than hitting every big name in a free agency mega-preview. Who deserves to get paid? Who's fool's gold? Also Big Phil joins to talk about Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson. (5:00) Wide Receivers: Why didn't the Lions tag Kenny Golladay? Chris would love to see Curtis Samuel to the Jets and T.Y. Hilton to the Packers. And is Will Fuller fool's gold? (17:00) Running Backs: Chris doesn't understand why the Packers didn't franchise tag Aaron Jones. Are Chris Carson or Leonard Fournette good options for the Steelers? (27:20) Tight Ends: Why didn't Hunter Henry or Jonnu Smith get the tag? What is the only team Gronk might leave Tampa for? (29:50) Offensive Line: Trent Williams and Corey Linsley are the stars of the group, but don't sleep on Daryl Williams. And please sign Joe Thuney, Bengals. (36:15) Big Phil: He joins to talk Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, and wh by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

104 min listen

Week 3 Preview, Bets (home dogs galore): Will Brinson, Jason La Canfora, Nick Kostos and Pete Prisco discuss what you need to know heading into Week 3 of the NFL season, including top storylines and bets against the spread. by Pick Six NFL

74 min listen

#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 fir by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

80 min listen

Rankings w/ Chris Harris + Training Camp Battles (Ep. 220): We're welcoming Chris Harris of Harris Football on the show and there's plenty to chat about starting with a pair of young quarterbacks in Deshaun Watson (3:08) and Patrick Maholmes (5:56). Find out why Chris has Joe Mixon in his top 10 (9:58) and why Der by FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

71 min listen

10/09: Waiver Wire and What Happened to Kamara??? (Fantasy Football Podcast): Before we get into what should be a very appealing Waiver Wire, let's talk about Alvin Kamara! What a dud last night! Are we concerned going forward? ... by Fantasy Football Today

64 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

#AskMeAnything: Chiefs Super Bowl Hangover + QB-Coach Royal Rumble: Simms coaches Ahmed on New York traffic and his snap count before they empty the mailbag with a 100% #AskMeAnything. (10:00) Rookie QBs: How would Chris rank the 2021 Draft class on pure ceiling? Where would Jordan Love rank in this class? Is Fields/Dalton similar to Mahomes/Smith? (22:20) "What If?" QBs: Who is the best QB who hasn't won a Super Bowl? What bust would have succeeded on a better team? And Chris clarifies his stance on Sam Darnold. (31:30) Spider 2 Y Banana: Chris picks his perfect receivers for Jon Gruden's favorite play. (35:30) London team: What are the hurdles for an NFL team moving overseas? (38:20) Jets: How much of a jump will the offense take from Adam Gase to Mike LaFleur? (40:40) Trey Lance: How much reading of the defense did he do in college? (42:00) Brady's Bucs: How many QBs could have won the Super Bowl last year with that supporting cast? (48:30) Defensive schemes: Which one curre by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

94 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

08/24: Breakouts; Mid-Round Strategies; Fantasy Jeopardy! (Fantasy Football Podcast): We'll give you six breakouts at the top of the show including three intriguing WRs Chris Hogan, Corey Davis and Marquise Goodwin. Who is our favorite of these three? ... by Fantasy Football Today

63 min listen

Hawks and Knicks Swap Players, Dray’s Importance to the Dubs, and the Two Sides of All the Ben Simmons Talk by The Mismatch

71 min listen

Julio to Bucs, Kyler's homework, Top 6 RB, & WWE's Angelo Dawkins: The guys hit some of the latest NFL news with your questions. Then Chris and Ahmed both reveal their Top 6 RBs. And finally, we welcome WWE superstar Angelo Dawkins to the pod to put a final bow on the Super Brawl. But first, Chris teaches Ahmed how to shake hands. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned

89 min listen

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PFTPM/Unbuttoned Joint Episode: Top 10 CBs & Rookie QB Competitions

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