(1:20) GUEST: Jay Croucher comes on the set to talk about Will Levis Reddit rumors, odds for the 2nd and 3rd overall picks, and his favorite longshot bet. (28:55) Simms Top 10 contest: You can enter your draft predictions, and Chris has put up a big prize if you're right. (31:30) Mock Draft : Chris talks about some honorable mentions who almost made his mock draft and could go in Round 1. (35:10) Big Board: Who are Chris' Top 5 players in the draft, regardless of position? (43:45) Quarterbacks: ...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 495
(10:20) #1 Panthers: QB Bryce Young (Alabama) (13:00) #2 Texans: EDGE Tyree Wilson (Texas Tech) (15:30) #3 Cardinals: EDGE Will Anderson, Jr. (Alabama) (19:30) #4 Colts: QB Will Levis (Kentucky) (22:40) #5 Seahawks: DT Jalen Carter (Georgia) (25:15) #6 Lions: CB Devon Witherspoon (Illinois) (27:50) #7 Raiders: T Paris Johnson, Jr. (Ohio State) (31:30) #8 Falcons: QB C.J. Stroud (Ohio State) (39:50) #9 Bears: G Peter Skoronski (Northwestern) (42:15) #10 Eagles: RB Bijan Robinson (Texas) (45:15) #...
Apr 24, 2023•2 hr 40 min•Ep. 493
(4:00) LB scouting: Like RBs, should teams stop drafting linebackers in Round 1? (11:30) #1 LB Daiyan Henley (Washington St): Chris' top LB is also a #1 press conference soundbite. (21:50) #2 LB Trenton Simpson (Clemson): "Sideline to sideline, he might be the best in the NFL." (30:00) #3 LB Jack Campbell (Iowa): "He's a pain in the ass in coverage." (38:20) #4 LB Henry To'oTo'o (Alabama): "Ballhawk. He ATTACKS." (45:00) #5 LB Ivan Pace, Jr (Cincinnati): "Whoa is he explosive." (51:30) Robin Hoo...
Apr 19, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 492
(5:20) Chris and Ahmed look back at some of the Big Butts who slipped through the cracks, Big Butt Busts, and explain the different roles and positioning of defensive linemen (27:00) #1 DT Jalen Carter (Georgia): “He is the best defensive player in the Draft.” (38:15) BetMGM 1st Defensive Player Drafted Odds: Should Jalen Carter be the first defensive player off the board? And could the Texans be the team that surprises with a defender at #2? (44:00) #2 DT Calijah Kancey (Pitt): “I watch him and...
Apr 17, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 491
(1:20) Will Anderson: Did Chris just ignore his stellar 2021 tape? (15:45) OL Scouting: What makes a prospect a tackle or guard? (26:20) #1 T Darnell Wright (Tennessee): "Even when he loses, he wins." (32:20) #2 T Broderick Jones (Georgia): "He blocked someone into the kicking net." (36:00) #3 T Paris Johnson, Jr. (Ohio State): "His arms are down to the ground." (41:00) #4 T Anton Harrison (Oklahoma): "This is a franchise left tackle." (43:25) #5 T Blake Freeland (BYU): Is his weight a concern? ...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 490
(2:10) Power to the Sheeple: How does Chris feel about Kayvon Thibodeaux a year later? (13:10) EDGE scouting: Is this year's class better than last year's? (18:20) #1 EDGE Tyree Wilson (Texas Tech): Is he worthy of being the #1 defender off the board? (31:45) #2 EDGE Lukas Van Ness (Iowa): "His play strength is off the charts." (44:50) #3 EDGE Nolan Smith (Georgia): Does his size matter? (59:00) #4 EDGE Will McDonald IV (Iowa State): "He was totally out of position and he was still throwing peop...
Apr 10, 2023•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 489
(2:30) TE Scouting: Simms & Connor discuss the balance between receiving skills vs blocking skills, and why the position is slow to develop in the NFL. (13:10) #1 TE Dalton Kincaid (Utah): “After the catch, he’s receiver-like. I wouldn’t be mad if someone took him in the Top 10.” (23:10) #2 TE Sam LaPorta (Iowa): “As the process goes on, it’ll be obvious how well-rounded and good of a football player he is” (30:55) #3 TE Michael Mayer (Notre Dame): “When he catches the ball, he wants to go to th...
Apr 05, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 488
(3:45) Power to the Sheeple: Ahmed has a theory about good RBs seem "a dime a dozen." (15:45) RB scouting: Chris has changed the way he looks at speed for RBs. (21:30) #1 RB Bijan Robinson (Texas): Is he a better RB prospect than Saquon Barkley? (37:30) #2 RB Jahmyr Gibbs (Alabama): Why is he in the same tier as Bijan? (48:20) #3 RB Roschon Johnson (Texas): "He's an NFL starter. He just got stuck behind a stud." (59:10) #4 RB Sean Tucker (Syracuse): "A little ball of muscle." (1:06:40) #5 RB Cha...
Apr 03, 2023•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 487
(3:10) Power to the Sheeple: Ahmed is upset that Chris was right about Jeff Okudah. (11:55) 2023 CB class: Is this the deepest one we've seen in a while? (14:00) #1 CB Devon Witherspoon (Illinois): "The most exciting film to watch that I can remember in a while." (26:35) #2 CB DJ Turner (Michigan): "I'm shocked he's so down the list for other people." (37:50) #3 CB Christian Gonzalez (Oregon): "There's not much to nitpick here." (46:00) #4 CB Deonte Banks (Maryland): "He's an island, shut down, ...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 486
(6:15) Power to the Sheeple: Looking back at recent drafts, Chris explains why he missed on Garrett Wilson and hit on Justin Jefferson. (19:30) What does Chris look for in WRs? (24:30) #1 WR Zay Flowers (Boston College): "Pedal to the metal in everything he does." (37:30) #2 WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Ohio State): "Speed is not blazing, but his wiggle is INSANITY." (50:00) #3 WR Quentin Johnston (TCU): "We’re talking Tee Higgins-ish, but more explosive." (58:00) #4 WR Michael Wilson (Stanford): "Thi...
Mar 27, 2023•2 hr 37 min•Ep. 485
(7:30) Power to the Sheeple: What has draft consensus taught us in the past? (14:30) QB Traits: Accuracy, arm strength, running...who are the best and most concerning QBs in each category? (47:30) 2022 QB class: Is Hendon Hooker a better prospect than Kenny Pickett? (49:00) Bryce Young: Why doesn't he compare well to Kyler Murray? (55:00) CJ Stroud: Did he have many tight-window throws? (1:03:45) Hendon Hooker: Does Chris agree with Kurt Warner's critiques of him? (1:11:55) Anthony Richardson: D...
Mar 22, 2023•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 484
(2:30) QB Scouting: How have running QBs changed Chris' evaluations? What did he learn from Matt Corral? (14:10) QB #1 CJ Stroud (Ohio State): "I was BLOWN AWAY by his film." (29:45) QB #2 Bryce Young (Alabama): "He's a natural." (42:30) QB #3 Hendon Hooker (Tennessee): "What is there not to like?" (55:45) QB #4 Anthony Richardson (Florida): "Not as raw a prospect as you’re led to believe." (1:08:20) T-QB #5 Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA): "His arm is up there with the best in his class." (1:15...
Mar 20, 2023•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 483
(3:30) Aaron Rodgers & Jets: Producer Pete's note: Whatever I type here, it will be outdated by the time you listen to this. (12:00) Darren Waller trade: How does he fit in the Giants offense? And why did the Raiders get rid of him? (22:40) Broncos: Sean Payton is paying to "rebuild Russell Wilson's psyche." (29:10) Falcons: Does Desmond Ridder & Taylor Heinicke mean they are set at QB? (34:35) Panthers: Andy Dalton "is perfect for that situation." (38:20) Darius Slay: The Eagles cut the star CB...
Mar 15, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 482
(2:40) Bears sign LB T.J. Edwards: The Eagles lose an underrated piece of their defense. (9:30) Jason Kelce returns: Howie Roseman is downing tequila shots in celebration. (11:20) Broncos sign Jarrett Stidham: And Sean Payton also gets Russell Wilson some more protection. But why is Denver shopping his WRs? (19:15) 49ers sign Javon Hargrave: "The best pass rush in football gets better." (22:00) Broncos sign Mike McGlinchey: Denver gets "the best right tackle" in this class. (24:30) Austin Ekeler...
Mar 13, 2023•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 481
(3:30) Lamar Jackson: Will anyone give him a guaranteed contract? Why are some teams not even exploring it? (24:00) Jets, Patriots, Commanders, Titans: Could Lamar land with any of them? (36:40) Daniel Jones: Should the Giants have committed to him past this year? And could Odell Beckham Jr. be coming to New York next? (53:15) Aaron Rodgers: "I expect him to the Jets to happen in the next few days." (1:02:10) Packers: What holes do they need to plug in free agency? (1:10:30) Tua Tagovailoa: Shou...
Mar 08, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 480
(4:20) Combine value: What do coaches gain from being there? (8:50) BREAKING NEWS: Derek Carr signs with the Saints. How does he fit in New Orleans, and how does this affect the Jets and Panthers? (14:25) Lamar Jackson: Should the Ravens allow other teams to talk to him? (22:10) Daniel Jones: Would you rather have him or Kirk Cousins? (26:50) Franchise Tags: Josh Jacobs, Tony Pollard, and Evan Engram aren't going anywhere. (31:20) Combine Big Takeaways: Chris was wowed by the edge rushers and th...
Mar 06, 2023•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 479
(2:30) Will Anderson, Jr.: The stud Alabama linebacker talks about potentially going #1 overall and when he knew he had Nick Saban’s respect. (15:40) Tyree Wilson: The Texas Tech passer rusher and Top 5 prospect says whether he’d rather sack Patrick Mahomes or be teammates with him. (25:50) Bryan Bresee: The defensive tackle describes how to run down the hill at Clemson without falling. (35:50) Andy Reid: The Chiefs coach talks about fish and chips, and tells us more about the play that helped w...
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 478
(2:55) Scouting Combine: Does it matter if coaches don't go? (10:30) Simms 2022 All-Pro Offense: Sounds like Chris has a clear-cut Top 4 for his summer QB rankings. (28:30) Simms 2022 All-Pro Defense: "Bobby Wagner is not a Second-Team All-Pro LB. The Rams told you that this week." (48:00) Ahmed's Under-Talked About Team: What QB makes the team (again)? (59:20) Peter Peter Peter Awards: We give some love to special teams standouts. (1:05:20) Big Butts of the Year: Who was the best DT and EDGE of...
Feb 27, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 477
(1:30) Deebo Samuel: "You still got that tattoo?" (12:00) Justin Jefferson: What was he thinking when Kirk Cousins threw short on 4th-and-8? (25:45) Garrett Wilson: "We'll stick by Zach no matter what." (35:30) CeeDee Lamb: "I don't think anyone deserves the criticism Dak gets." (46:50) Tee Higgins: What is his reaction when he sees trade rumors? (56:30) Homies' Choice Awards: Check our social media accounts (@CSimmsQB on Twitter, @simmsunbuttoned on Instagram) for a link on how to vote in our e...
Feb 24, 2023•58 min•Ep. 476
(1:45) George Kittle: The 49ers TE talks about the moment in training camp that Brock Purdy got his attention. (10:45) Josh Jacobs: The NFL's rushing leader wants to come back to the Raiders...with a catch. (22:10) Aidan Hutchinson: Does he hope Aaron Rodgers leaves the Packers? (33:40) Isaiah Simmons: The Cardinals LB/Safety talks about the team being too relaxed this season. (44:55) Shaun King: The former Buccaneers QB talks about what he said when they drafted Chris Simms. (55:50) Homies' Cho...
Feb 22, 2023•57 min•Ep. 475
(1:50) Brandon Marshall: Simms' former teammate and "brother from another mother" sticks up for Lamar Jackson and players putting their contract before their team. (17:40) Micah Parsons: The Cowboys LB talks about defenders deserving MVP votes and "the two most hated people in Philadelphia." (28:50) Christian McCaffrey: The 49ers RB relives how he learned he was being traded from the Panthers and when he realized Kyle Shanahan is a genius. (43:00) Sean Payton: The new Broncos Head Coach talks ab...
Feb 20, 2023•59 min•Ep. 474
(5:50) 2 Stats and a Lie: How many snaps did Kadarius Toney play in the Super Bowl? (9:20) Eagles O vs Chiefs D: Jalen Hurts shined, but Steve Spagnuolo's risks paid off. (39:10) Chiefs O vs Eagles D: Did Patrick Mahomes have all wide open throws? And did the field affect the Eagles pass rush? (1:03:30) Small balls & Gronk: We divert into nerf footballs and Gronk learning who Simms was. (1:09:20) Big Butt Awards: The Chiefs stars on the D-line stepped up. (1:14:30) Homies 2022 Playoff Prediction...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 473
(4:45) Patrick Mahomes: "It might be the best QB season in the history of the NFL." (13:00) AJ Brown: "I went uh-oh. That was the perfect defense and they still got a touchdown." (15:50) Jalen Hurts fumble: "They had total control." (25:35) Mahomes' ankle: Did the long halftime help him? (30:10) Eagles D-line: How Mahomes stopped them from playing like they wanted to. (33:05) Jalen Hurts: "Maybe his best throw of the season." (36:00) Motion: As we told you, the Eagles could not handle the Chiefs...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 472
It's a bonus Super Bowl mini episode, as Chris (@CSimmsQB) and Mike (@ProFootballTalk) join forces with the GREAT Matthew Berry (@MatthewBerryTMR) and Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) to do a Prop Bets Draft with their best angles for Chiefs-Eagles.
Feb 10, 2023•10 min•Ep. 471
(4:20) Underdog angle: Which team can play the "Nobody believes in us!!!" card? (7:45) Key matchups: Chris is wowed by the number of factors that could decide the game. (15:25) Picks: "The Eagles are the better team." (19:00) MVP Drought: Recent history is not on Patrick Mahomes' side.
Feb 08, 2023•24 min•Ep. 470
Note: This episode was taped last Wednesday. (1:20) Chiefs vs Eagles in 2021: Did KC's victory last season reveal anything? (5:05) Eagles offense: "This is one of the most overpowering O-lines I've ever seen." (14:10) Chiefs defense: "I think they have enough depth and size." (28:20) Chiefs offense: "You're Patrick Mahomes. If you don't attack their ass I'll be mad at you." (38:55) Eagles defense: Can they shut down the Isiah Pacheco like the Bengals did? (46:30) True or False: The Chiefs have t...
Feb 06, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 469
(3:45) Tom Brady retires: How shocked were you by this news? (18:30) 49ers QB: With Brock Purdy's injury and Brady out of the picture, what's next for San Francisco? (22:00) Broncos hire Sean Payton: Can he fix Russell Wilson? (33:50) Texans hire DeMeco Ryans: Can he get Houston back on track? (38:25) #AskMeAnything: We answer your questions on Frank Reich, Bills weapons, and Aaron Rodgers to the Jets. (54:15) Ahmed's Big Butt Awards: It's a sweep for one of the Super Bowl teams. (58:15) Super B...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 468
(5:40) Bengals-Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes is still the king, and KC got awful chippy after hearing the Bengals talk trash all week. (20:15) Inside the Cincy struggles and controversial late-game penalties. (43:00) 49ers-Eagles: Lots of "What Ifs" after Brock Purdy's injury leaves the Niners without a QB (1:08:25) Requiem For a Team: We say goodbye to the 2022 49ers & Bengals. (1:11:10) Super Bowl LVII odds: BetMGM Sportsbook has the Eagles as the early favorites over the Chiefs...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 467
(9:55) 49ers at Eagles (31:45) Bengals at Chiefs (53:20) Best Bet
Jan 26, 2023•57 min•Ep. 465
(5:00) Bengals at Chiefs: How much will Patrick Mahomes mobility matter? Are the Bengals being overhyped? (45:40) Big Butt Awards: Two Defensive Player of the Year finalists were amazing in the Divisional Round. (51:45) 49ers at Eagles: Who has the advantage in the trenches? (1:16:45) Highest Scoring Team Odds: Who will put up the biggest number this Sunday? (1:21:15) Homie Playoff Predictions: Many of you went down with the Bills, plus one homie was higher on the Jags than all of us....
Jan 25, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 464
