The Bill Simmons Podcast Flying Eagles, the Tua Debacle, Zappe vs. Rodgers, and Rooting Against Judge with Cousin Sal
Oct 3, 2022
Cousin Sal, a regular humorist and sports betting expert, joins the conversation to recap an action-packed NFL week. They discuss surprising performances, particularly the Eagles' comeback win and the struggling Broncos. Sal hilariously shares tales of fantasy football chaos and the trials of sports parenting. The duo also debates quarterback controversies, delving into the Tua situation and the Zappe-Rodgers matchup. They mix insights with laughs while making bold predictions for Week 5 and sharing their betting woes.
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Cowboys-Eagles Rivalry
- The Cowboys and Eagles are considered the class of the NFL, both with impressive records.
- Their divisional rivalry is the best in the league currently.
Eagles Comeback
- The Eagles overcame a 14-0 deficit against the Jaguars.
- Trevor Lawrence fumbled four times, contributing to the Jaguars' loss.
Surprise Falcons
- The Falcons, unexpectedly at 3-1, might be a "how the fuck did they make the playoffs?" team this year.
- Bill is surprised by the Falcons' success and initially thought it would be the Panthers.