PFT Live with Mike Florio

Ben Roethlisberger has trimmed his mountain man beard and is throwing to his receivers. What can we expect from Big Ben and the Steelers offense?Tony Dungy spoke with Florio about the proposed Rooney Rule expansions that would give better draft positioning to teams who hire minority coaches and front office personnel. Why does the Hall of Fame coach oppose it and what “unintended consequences” is he worried about?Better, Worse, or The Same: How much did teams upgrade or downgrade after replacing stars like DeAndre Hopkins & Stefon Diggs?Cardinals CB Patrick Peterson thinks “this is probably the best football team I’ve been a part of on paper.” Do we agree? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms responds to the stir he caused when he said Deshaun Watson had the prettiest deep ball last week. Where do Patrick Mahomes, Russell Wilson, Aaron Rodgers and Lamar Jackson fall among the best deep passers in the league?Governors Andrew Cuomo & Gavin Newsom gave some optimism for sports' eventual return to New York and California.PFT Live Draft: On the heels of a social media spat between Michael Thomas and DeVante Parker, Mike and Chris draft the Toughest 1-on-1 Feats in Football.Although Philip Rivers signed a 1-year-deal with the Colts, could Coach Frank Reich keep him in Indianapolis longer?Florio's BS meter starts pinging when Lebron James says he almost played football for the Cowboys. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the story blew up last Thursday, Simms talks about his news that the Browns and Seahawks discussed a Russell Wilson trade back in 2018.The NFL says teams can reopen their facilities as early as tomorrow. Will we eventually see unfair disadvantages for teams in states that can't open yet?Chris takes the controversial stance of liking the Seahawks neon green uniforms.On Friday's Lunch Talk Live, Andy Reid gave some insight into the Chiefs pick of RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire. Why was this a good move for Kansas City? And do we need to change the way we look at running back investments? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron Rodgers spoke with the media for the first time since the Packers drafted his successor. What did he have to say about Jordan Love and his future with the Packers?Rodgers was also very optimistic about Green Bay's 2020 outlook. Florio & Simms take a look at some NFC North projected win totals to see if they agree.PFT Live Draft: What NFL personality would you want as your commencement speaker?We reflect on the legacies of former "NFL Today" host Phyllis George and former Bears Chairman Michael McCaskey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a Big Cat Friday on PFT Live...James Harrison said that Mike Tomlin gave him an envelope after a hit in 2010 that drew a $75,000 fine. Could this get the Steelers embroiled in a bounty scandal? And what does Sean Payton have to say about it?According to sources, the Browns and Seahawks discussed a Russell Wilson trade before Cleveland drafted Baker Mayfield. Why would Seattle ship off Wilson and where could he go if they eventually do?What's More Likely...Jason Garrett flops with the Giants or he is a better OC than HC? Bruce Arians & Tom Brady have a happy season or we see at least one sideline spat?Matthew Stafford spoke with the media...what can we expect from the Lions this season?There's a warrant out for Giants CB DeAndre Baker & Seahawks CB Quinton Dunbar after some troubling reports. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Payton again raves about Taysom Hill's future as a starting QB; Florio is still sold, Big Cat is still not.The guys look at the latest MVP odds to give their best bets, from the favorites to the long shots.PFT Live Draft: In honor of Coach Duggs, Big Cat's video game alter ego, we pick the historical teams/units we'd like to have coached for a season. Where did the '85 Bears go?James Harrison's agent responds to the story that the former LB made about receiving an envelope from Mike Tomlin.Aaron Rodgers will speak today; what's the question Mike and Big Cat would want to ask him? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buccaneers QB coach says Tampa will run a "Bruce [Arians] offense with a [Tom] Brady influence." How much will Brady have to adapt to the "no risk it, no biscuit" philosophy?Giants QB Daniel Jones says he's working on his ball security this offseason. How much does Simms worry about Jones' fumbles last season?The Rams finally unveiled their new uniforms yesterday and the reviews were...not kind. What do Mike & Chris think about them? Which LA team has the better new unis?Colts receiver T.Y. Hilton thinks this could be an All-Pro year for him. What is his ceiling with new QB Philip Rivers?Al Michaels is ready for the NFL's move to Las Vegas and has high praise for the fans there. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florio & Simms reached into the mailbag to answer questions from the #PFTPMPosse and Unbuttoned homies. Who will leave their team first: Dak Prescott or Aaron Rodgers? Which team will pull a 2019 Browns and not live up to the hype? And who is the best young QB in the AFC East? And what happened to Chris' fur coat from high school?Deja View: Mike & Chris rewatch Giants QB Daniel Jones' game-winning OT drive against the RedskinsPFT Live Draft: 2nd-Year Cornerstone Players: Where does Jones get taken, if at all? How about Drew Lock?Panthers owner David Tepper has hope for there being some fans in stadiums this fall. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a 3-man weave Wednesday with Florio, Simms & Peter King.Coach Joe Judge says the Giants offense will "look largely like what Jason Garrett’s offense looked like with the Cowboys." Is that a good thing? Are fans hating too much on Garrett?Peter gives his biggest takeaways from his conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci this weekend.Seahawks receiver Phillip Dorsett says Russell Wilson's deep throws were one of the reasons he signed with Seattle. Who is the best deep ball thrower in the NFL today? How about all-time?After Steve Smith said earlier this week that the Ravens offense isn't friendly to receivers, Baltimore's GM says he loves Lamar Jackson's weapons. Do we agree? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms redid the Top 10 picks of the 2016 Draft: Where did he put Dak Prescott & Carson Wentz? And why didn't Jared Goff or Ezekiel Elliott make the cut?The Broncos have surrounded Drew Lock with a lot of talent. What can we expect from Denver's offense this season?PFT Live Draft: Players Who Deserve More Credit (in honor of Aaron Jones)Twitter weighs in on who the best deep ball throwers are. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.