The Bill Simmons Podcast The Kimmel Situation. Plus, "Can the Chiefs Really Go 0-3?" and More Week 3 Gambling Questions With Joe House
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Sep 19, 2025 
Joining Bill Simmons is Joe House, a prominent NFL analyst from The Ringer. They dive into ABC's recent decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel off the air, debating censorship and corporate powers. The duo shifts gears to Week 3 NFL betting, discussing trends, the Chiefs' surprising struggles, and exploiting overreactions in the market. House shares his top betting picks, including the Cowboys and Jaguars, while also predicting the implications of the Clippers' ownership investigation on the NBA landscape.
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Personal Connection To Jimmy Kimmel
- Bill Simmons shares his 24-year friendship and early work with Jimmy Kimmel dating to 2001.
- He uses that relationship to explain personal stakes and perspective on the ABC controversy.
Cowboys Offense Vs. Bears Uncertainty
- The Cowboys' offense looks reliably productive while the Bears remain unproven after two losses.
- Simmons leans Dallas as a safer bet due to matchup and scoring upside.
Use Alt Lines For Potential Blowouts
- If betting Seahawks vs. Saints, consider alternate lines for blowout potential rather than the standard spread.
- Use alt-lines (big spread) to capture Seattle's upside over Spencer Rattler-led Saints.