The Bill Simmons Podcast Saints-Rams, Succession's Brilliance, Team USA's Demise, Minshew Mania, and Million-Dollar Picks With Mallory Rubin and Joe House | The Bill Simmons Podcast
Sep 12, 2019
Joined by Mallory Rubin, Editor-in-chief for The Ringer, and Joe House, a savvy sports contributor, they dive into intriguing NFL storylines like Chip Kelly's struggles at UCLA and the exciting rise of Gardner Minshew. The trio also tackles Team USA's basketball woes and debates the implications of star absences. They then shift gears to a lively discussion about betting strategies before exploring the rich storytelling of HBO's 'Succession', analyzing its complex relationships and emotional depth. Tune in for insights and laughs!
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Team USA's Loss
- Team USA's loss to France highlights the importance of NBA star participation.
- The absence of top-tier talent significantly impacted their performance.
Rethinking Team USA
- Team USA's struggles suggest a need to rethink their approach to international competitions.
- An under-23 system, similar to soccer, might be more effective.
Million-Dollar Picks Week One
- Bill Simmons almost swept his million-dollar picks in week one.
- The Joe Flacco bet was the only one that didn't hit.