The Bill Simmons Podcast

Bill’s Dad, a lifelong Boston sports fan who reacts to Patriots and Celtics highs and lows. Nick Wright, Fox Sports commentator known for bold NFL and NBA takes. They spar over Super Bowl comparisons, Drake Maye’s playoff questions, radical fixes for NBA All-Star Weekend and league problems like tanking, schedule and commissioner enforcement.

Cousin Sal, comedian and longtime sports commentator, joins for a live Super Bowl recap and a Parent Corner wrap. They react to Seattle’s upset of New England. They break down Seattle’s defense, turning points and controversial calls. They dissect Drake Maye’s collapse and betting wins and losses. The show closes with parenting stories about photo day and tech mishaps.

Zach Lowe, veteran NBA tactician known for deep roster analysis, and Joe House, sharp NFL analyst and Super Bowl picker, break down trade-deadline chaos and late blockbuster moves. They dissect surprising deals, team strategies, and protection mechanics. Then they pivot to Super Bowl LX picks, prop bets, and confident score predictions.

Joe House, sports writer and NBA trade specialist, joins to break down the 2026 trade value list and recent rumor mill. They dig into Harden-for-Garland chatter, cap and trade-kicker complications. Jaren Jackson Jr. trade fallout and how contracts reshape markets are debated. Then they run through who is tradable, poison-pill limits, and surprising inclusions in the top rankings.

Jimmy Kimmel, late-night TV host and comedian, brings quick, hilarious parenting snapshots. The conversation jumps from Super Bowl prop-betting chaos and Drake May’s shoulder uncertainty to wild novelty wagers and touchdown long shots. Kimmel then shares a memorable family tale about son Billy and a New Year’s pinworm fiasco.

Zach Lowe, NBA analyst known for deep game breakdowns; Kevin Wildes, TV host who leads Half-Baked Ideas; Joe House, sports writer and Pats commentator. They tackle an NBA mailbag with trade and playoff debates. Then they dig into the Patriots, Belichick’s Hall of Fame snub, Super Bowl talk. The show closes with absurd Half-Baked Ideas from restaurant towers to AI taunts.

Tim Legler, former NBA player turned analyst, joins to break down why this season feels so unpredictable. They discuss young analytical coaches reshaping lineups. Power rankings, trade chatter around big names, and which teams are real contenders versus wild cards get rapid-fire debate. Expect talk of surprising rising clubs and playoff matchup implications.

Cousin Sal, comedian and regular sports-betting commentator, joins to recap the conference championship games. They break down Darnold vs Stafford and key receiver matchups. They relive the Patriots’ blizzard win in Denver and debate officiating and replay controversies. They finish by guessing Super Bowl lines, answering mailbag questions, and swapping wild parenting and stunt stories.

Chris Ryan, a keen NBA analyst and sports writer, joins Joe House, a senior sports writer, and ESPN's NFL guru Peter Schrager for an exhilarating conversation. They dissect the possibility of Giannis trades, weighing numerous teams and strategic moves that could reshape the NBA landscape. Peter switches gears to highlight key NFL coaching changes, playcalling nuances, and predictions for upcoming conference championships, offering insights that could make or break your fantasy picks this season.

Rob Mahoney, a sharp basketball analyst from The Ringer, dives into the implications of Jimmy Butler's injury and assesses panic scenarios in the NBA. Veteran commentator Chris Russo shares his thoughts on the greatest NFL quarterbacks, ranking legends like Brady and debating Josh Allen's playoff performance. Meanwhile, Danny Kelly provides insights on the Seahawks' season, key matchup concerns against the Rams, and highlights the impact of injuries on their roster. Tune in for a whirlwind of sports analysis and lively commentary!