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The Floundering Pats, Lamar’s Big Day, the Struggling Wilsons, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal Sep 18, 2023

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss another uninspiring Patriots loss to the scary Dolphins, and where they rank among the 0-2 teams (1:39), before running through other Week 2 notes, including: Cowboys-Jets, and Micah Parsons’s DPOY candidacy, Lamar Jackson’s game-winning performance vs. the Bengals, Chargers-Titans, Lions-Seahawks, Jaguars-Chiefs, shaky 2-0 teams, and more (18:02). Finally, they guess the lines for NFL Week 3 (1:03:35) before closing the show with Parent Corner (1:26:37).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Cousin Sal

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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Cousins/Jets Momentum, Cowboys Fever, a Red Sox Reset, and Million Dollar Picks With Bryan Curtis and Kevin Hench Sep 16, 2023

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons quickly reacts to Eagles-Vikings before making his Million-Dollar Picks for NFL Week 2 (2:38). Then, Bill is joined by The Ringer’s editor-at-large, Bryan Curtis, to discuss good feelings surrounding the Dallas Cowboys, media notes from Week 1, and more (22:13). Finally, Bill talks with distressed Red Sox fan Kevin Hench after the news of GM Chaim Bloom being fired (1:07:58).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Bryan Curtis and Kevin Hench

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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The Jets in Despair, a Wide-Open AFC East, and the Big UFC-WWE Merger With Sean Fennessey, Ben Solak, and Nick Khan Sep 12, 2023

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Sean Fennessey to discuss Aaron Rodgers's season-ending injury a mere four snaps into the Jets season, the Jets' inexplicable win in their game against the Bills, what the Jets will do now, and more (1:47). Then Bill talks with Ben Solak about the new landscape in the AFC East after NFL Week 1, including the Dolphins as the new favorites, the Bills' rocky Week 1, the Jets' fast drop, and the sleeper Patriots (33:00). Finally, Bill is joined by the CEO of WWE, Nick Khan, to discuss WWE and UFC's official merger into the TKO Group, the state of boxing, what is next for ESPN, possible mega media mergers, and more (1:08:42).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Sean Fennessey, Benjamin Solak, and Nick Khan

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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A Niners and Cowboys Party, Tyreek Runs Amok, Six-Man Booths, Four-Box Bliss, and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal and Jimmy Kimmel Sep 11, 2023

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys' 40-point shutout victory over the Giants, the Eagles' narrow victory over the Patriots, the Chargers-Dolphins shootout, Titans-Saints, Broncos-Raiders, and more (2:21), before they guess the lines for NFL Week 2 (49:41). Finally, they close the show with Parent Corner with special guest Jimmy Kimmel (1:07:00).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Cousin Sal and Jimmy Kimmel

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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KC’s Receiver Dilemma, UFC 293, ESPN In Trouble, and Million Dollar Picks With Ariel Helwani and Ben Thompson Sep 08, 2023

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons shares some postgame thoughts about the Lions' season-opening win over the Chiefs (3:02) before making his Million-Dollar Picks for Week 1 (14:32). Then, Bill is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss Team Canada's FIBA run, UFC 293 story lines, and a disagreement on the Buffalo Bills (24:10). Then, Bill talks with business and tech analyst Ben Thompson about Disney vs. Spectrum, what it says for the future of cable, and more (57:04).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Ariel Helwani and Ben Thompson

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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The Anthony Edwards Moment, the Lions Bandwagon, and NFL Playoff Picks With Rob Mahoney and Peter Schrager Sep 06, 2023

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss the FIBA World Cup, including Anthony Edwards becoming the cornerstone for Team USA, America's struggle with centers in international play, the exciting Team Canada, and more (1:53). Then, Bill talks with Peter Schrager of Fox Sports and NFL Network about Detroit Lions hype, Aaron Rodgers anticipation, and more sleeper teams (29:32), before running through their NFL playoff predictions (54:54).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Rob Mahoney and Peter Schrager

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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Part 2: Guess the Lines Week 1, Plus Favorite NFL Futures With Cousin Sal Sep 04, 2023

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In Part 2 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal for their 17th year of Guess the Lines (1:37) before they run through some of their favorite NFL futures bets (49:28).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Cousin Sal

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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Part 1: The Annual NFC Over/Unders With Cousin Sal Sep 03, 2023

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In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through the expected win totals of every NFC team and make their over/under picks.

NFC East (3:40)

NFC North (22:07)

NFC South (31:01)

NFC West (44:28)

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Cousin Sal

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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The Annual AFC Over/Unders With Cousin Sal Sep 01, 2023

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to run through the expected win totals of every AFC team and make their over/under picks, before they close the show with Parent Corner.

AFC East (3:48)

AFC North (23:35)

AFC South (39:20)

AFC West (50:06)

Parent Corner (1:03:06)

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Cousin Sal

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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The "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft With Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly. Plus, a Cleveland Sports Check-in With Garrett Bush. Aug 30, 2023

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The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, and Danny Kelly of 'The Ringer Fantasy Football Show' for the "My Guy" Fantasy Football Draft, where they identify NFL players who fit unique categories on draft day (2:24). Then, Bill talks with Garrett Bush of the 'Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show' about the Browns, Cleveland's relationship with Pittsburgh, Browns fans' affinity for Baker Mayfield, Cavaliers predictions, and more (1:16:42).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Danny Heifetz, Craig Horlbeck, Danny Kelly, and Garrett Bush

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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