The Bill Simmons Podcast A Quick NBA Power Poll, Minny’s QB Mess, Josh vs. Pat, and Week 9 Picks With Joe House and Peter Schrager
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Oct 31, 2025 
Joe House, sports writer at The Ringer, discusses the early NBA power rankings and highlights the Pelicans and Magic as 'uh-oh' teams. They share insights on top contenders like OKC and Milwaukee's surprising balance. NFL analyst Peter Schrager joins to delve into Dallas's defensive struggles and Atlanta's offensive collapse. They also debate the Vikings' QB issues and make their highly anticipated Week 9 picks, featuring favorites like the Lions and Texans, all while bantering about food and favorite pizzerias.
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October's Rapid NFL Narrative Swaps
- NFL narratives in October shift quickly: Cowboys defense, Drake Maye, and rookie QBs dominate media cycles.
- Peter Schrager notes the Cowboys' defensive issues and the media's appetite for breakout quarterback stories.
Atlanta's Sudden Offensive Collapse
- Atlanta's offense shows dramatic week-to-week variance after a national breakout performance.
- Injuries, line issues, and inconsistent execution have produced baffling offensive outputs.
Patriots Struggle With Backfield Space
- New England's run defense and linebacker space match up poorly against Bijan Robinson in space.
- Bill and Peter both flag Patriots' linebacker spacing as a vulnerability.