NFL Week 13 Picks: "Are you The Grinch?"

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NFL Week 13 Picks: "Are you The Grinch?"

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Nov 30, 2023

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(7:00) TNF: Seahawks at Cowboys(13:05) SUNDAY EARLY: Broncos at Texans(17:20) Chargers at Patriots(20:15) Lions at Saints(25:25) Falcons at Jets(32:00) Cardinals at Steelers(34:45) Colts at Titans(37:40) Dolphins at Commanders(40:35) SUNDAY LATE: Panthers at Buccaneers(43:25) Browns at Rams(47:25) 49ers at Eagles(53:20) SNF: Chiefs at Packers(56:20) MNF: Bengals at Jaguars(57:50) Best Bets & Folsom Prison Blues

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Nov 30, 2023

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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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#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
#15 - Packers drama, Michigan prospect Rashan Gary, & Who deserves a lifetime contract?: Chris Simms & Liam McHugh react to the explosive BR story about Mike McCarthy, Aaron Rodgers, and the Packers dysfunction (1:00). Top prospect Rashan Gary calls in to chat about the quirks of playing for Jim Harbaugh at Michigan, the first thing he'll buy once he's drafted, and why he wants a piece of Tom Brady (19:45). Chris & Liam then get you ready for the weekend with a few burning questions: is there anything worse than people telling you about your bracket? (yes); and who would you give a lifetime contract to? (37:10) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
56 min listen
#22 - Robin Hood: Draft Edition, Ask Me Anything, & Kentucky prospect Josh Allen: With Draft Week upon us, Simms puts on his Robin Hood hat, and doles out praise for a handful of draft prospects who should be getting more attention (5:05). Then Simms & Liam McHugh answer questions from the loyal listeners in a Draft Themed 'Ask Me Anything' (25:45). Simms also has an extended conversation with Kentucky edge rush prospect Josh Allen about his zodiac sign, why he plays with a chip on his shoulder, not wanting to be "butt hurt" on Draft night, and never having to fill up a tank of gas in New Jersey (1:06:00). Finally, Captain Planet makes an appearance on Earth Day (1:28:20). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
95 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
#18 - 'Ask Me Anything' Mailbag: Chris & Ahmed do a full-on mailbag episode, with questions from loyal listeners like @ABusyDad and @FourToeSteve (meet Zero Spleen Chris). Which defensive players would call out plays before they even happened (4:20)? One of the homies has a brilliant idea to use Saquon Barkley at a different position (19:15). Why did Chris get fined for his favorite NFL play (28:38)? What happened to The Hulk in the last Avengers movie? Who killed JFK (32:30)? What would it take to trade for Russell Wilson (36:30)? And which young offensive coach is a better playcaller than Sean McVay (1:13:30)? All this and more on a meandering journey into the mind of Chris Simms. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
79 min listen
#21 - NFL Schedule reactions, Missouri QB Drew Lock, and Big Phil's QB Draft ranks: The 2019 NFL schedule is out, and Chris and Ahmed react to the juiciest matchups and break down the teams with the easiest and toughest starts to their season (2:54). Then Simms talks to Drew Lock about his night out with Saquon Barkley and how he close he came to being on a Final Four team (22:33). Finally, Big Phil calls in to reveal his Top 5 QBs in the Draft, including a defense of Daniel Jones (47:00). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
80 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
#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
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#19 - Tigers Woods QB meetings & NFL Draft prop bets: Chris & Liam recap a big sports weekend. Would (and should) the Seahawks be willing to move on from Russell Wilson (9:30)? With 10 days to go until the NFL Draft, prop bets are making the rounds and Chris gives his picks for what he'd put his money on (24:28). Will Dwayne Haskins fall out of the Top 10? How many Alabama players will go in Round 1? And with Tiger back on top, Chris reminisces about the time Woods came to Bucs training camp (32:45). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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#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
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#17 - DT Draft Power Rankings, QB debates with PFF Analyst Steve Palazzolo, & Big Phil on Russell Wilson trade rumors: Chris and Paul dissect the latest Draft QB rumors (2:19). Could Dwayne Haskins drop out of the first round? And what would we trade for Josh Rosen? They then invite Pro Football Focus Analyst Steve Palazzolo on to discuss QBs and Drew Lock vs Will Grier (15:40). Then Chris reveals his Draft Power Rankings from a stacked DT group (39:51), including the Top 10 talent who "everybody is missing out on." Finally, Big Phil comes on to talk Russell Wilson trade rumors and play detective with Eli Manning extension talks (1:11:07). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
95 min listen
#90 - Cook > Zeke, McVay needs to change, and the Chiefs big blunder: Simms breaks down Week 10: (3:20) Vikings-Cowboys: Why Minnesota might be better than the group that made it to the NFCCG a couple years ago (8:25) Why is Dallas wearing the navy blues at home?? (11:30) Panthers-Packers: Is Green Bay as good as their 8-2 record? We definitely didn't see vintage Aaron Rodgers (14:20) Rams-Steelers: We saw a Steel City ass whuppin. And why it's okay to say that Todd Gurley isn't the same player he used to be. (16:20) "Sean McVay has to reinvent himself" (18:55) Simms self-scouts thyself when it comes to re-evaluating the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade (21:30) Falcons-Saints film deep dive: How in the world did the Saints not score a TD vs the Falcons? Atlanta was not gonna let the short passing game beat them (26:50) "I wrote 'Where is the run, question mark, question mark'" (32:35) "I do think Drew Brees is aware of his lack of arm strength" (37:00) Simms takes a small victory lap by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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#45 - AMA: Fork vs Spoon & Dream Coaching Staff: 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) by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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#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
#16 - Busting Draft Narratives, FSU Prospect Brian Burns, & which College had the Best Year?: With just over 2 weeks to the Draft, Chris Simms & Paul Burmeister debunk or confirm 10 popular Draft narratives (3:23). Is Kyler Murray worth the 1st overall pick? Is Daniel Jones worth a 1st rounder at all? Florida State edge rusher Brian Burns tells us about the food he's been eating to gain weight, and which movie he's seeing as soon as the Draft is over (39:30). Then the guys recap the weekend, including whether any school has had a better year than Texas Tech (53:35) and Antonio Brown's latest social media misstep (59:30). by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
67 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
#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
#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
#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
#53 - Training Camp Extravaganza on the road with Peter King: 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 Captai by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
78 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
#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
#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
#20 - Mock Draft with Rotoworld's Josh Norris & Thor Nystrom: It's a mock draft megapod as Chris and Paul combine forces with Rotoworld's Josh Norris & Thor Nystrom. Will the Giants finally get a QB? Which wide receiver will be drafted first? And which of the top QBs falls out of Round 1 entirely? Plenty of surprises as we go pick-by-pick through Round 1 and predict who every team will take. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
102 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
#60 - NFC Over/Unders, Clowney's future, and College Football QB Preview: 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 sig by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
90 min listen
#54 - OBJ, Big Ben, & Rodney Harrison: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
33 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
#74 - Week 5 Picks: Saints & Eagles back on track, Rodgers vs Dak, and Colts return to Arrowhead: 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 by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
67 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

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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
86 min listen
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
98 min listen
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
90 min listen
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
97 min listen
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
95 min listen
Free Agency Frenzy: Kirk Cousins to Falcons, Saquon Barkley to Eagles: It's our 2nd annual live free agency reaction show! Chris (@CSimmsQB) & Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) went on Instagram Live (IG: @simmsunbuttoned) and broke down all the biggest news as it happened. And the pod ends with some of the biggest bombshells, as Kirk Cousins and Saquon Barkley find new homes. Plus, Chris is vindicated by what the market revealed about Gabe Davis. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
109 min listen
2024 Draft QB Rankings: "A class of his own": In one of our most-anticipated episodes of the year, Chris (@CSimmsQB) gives his tiers and ranks of the top QB prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft, while Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) reads some of your questions on the passers. But first, a homie has meme-ified Chris ogling prospects. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
115 min listen
NFL Scouting Combine Recap: "My favorite of all-time": Chris (@CSimmsQB) is back from a great week at the Combine, so he and Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) give some shoutouts to the best performers of the week. But first, the guys celebrate our 5-year anniversary. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
92 min listen
Scouting Combine Preview + Offseason Wishes: After a week off, Chris (@CSimmsQB) is back at the desk for a few hours before he heads to Indy for the Scouting Combine. And what better host to prep him (and you) for the 2024 class than draft junkie Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers). Plus, the guys read your tweets about your biggest offseason wishes and S.E.X. addicts. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
99 min listen
Emmitt Smith, Aidan Hutchinson, TJ Watt, Maxx Crosby, Sauce Gardner, Bobby Wagner: It's the third and final episode of our Super Bowl interview series, as Chris & Mike Florio talk to some of the best defensive players in the NFL. But first, Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith does not mince words about the Cowboys. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
81 min listen
Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, Puka Nacua, DeVonta Smith, D.J. Moore: We've got a big Wide Receiver Wednesday edition of our Super Bowl Interview series. Chris & Mike Florio have some fun chats from Radio Row with Justin Jefferson, Ja'Marr Chase, and more of the best young wideouts in the NFL. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
48 min listen
Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr, Brock Bowers: With Chris on vacation this week, we have some interviews he and Mike Florio did from Radio Row at the Super Bowl. Monday's episode has some big name QBs and top 2024 Draft prospects. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
61 min listen
Super Bowl LVIII Film Review: "I am a dancer": I challenge you to find a Super Bowl breakdown more in-depth than Chris (@CSimmsQB) & Ahmed (@ahmedNBC) have on this WTF Happened episode. When did Brock Purdy "leave meat on the bone"? How did Patrick Mahomes win the blitz war? And did Philip Simms root for the 49ers or Chiefs? by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
116 min listen
Super Bowl LVIII Recap: Mahomes finds a way, again: Chris (@CSimmsQB) is traveling back from Las Vegas today, but we didn't want to make you wait for his thoughts on Super Bowl LVIII. So here is his recap of the Chiefs' OT win over the 49ers from this morning episode of PFT Live with Mike Florio (@ProFootballTalk). We'll be back in our usual spot Wednesday with a WTF Happened film breakdown. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
104 min listen

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59 min listen
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58 min listen
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Week 10 Picks: Russ returns + "I can't get behind KC": It's a baby-splitting kind of week as Simms and Florio try to recover from last Sunday's upsets. And Chris likes the underdogs against a couple of Super Bowl hopefuls. by Chris Simms Unbuttoned
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57 min listen
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