cover of episode A D.C. Hail Mary, the Coma Jets, Jameis Hero Ball, Freddie’s Slam, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal

A D.C. Hail Mary, the Coma Jets, Jameis Hero Ball, Freddie’s Slam, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal

2024/10/28
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Key Insights

Why did the Jets' season turn out to be a disappointment?

Poor coaching, lack of offensive line strength, and ineffective kicker Greg DeLay.

Why did the Cowboys struggle against the 49ers?

Dak Prescott's lack of running threat and overall team disorganization.

Why did the Commanders win against the Bears with a Hail Mary?

Bears' defensive lapse and lack of practice on defending Hail Marys.

Why did the Browns perform better with Jameis Winston at quarterback?

Jameis Winston made fewer bad passes and had a game-winning drive.

Why are the Ravens struggling despite having a strong offense?

Their defense allows too many big plays and they lose leads in the last two minutes.

Why did the Falcons beat the Buccaneers?

Tampa Bay's lack of pass rush and Atlanta's effective offense.

Why did the Cardinals beat the Chargers?

Chargers' defensive lapses and Arizona's opportunistic plays.

Why did the Broncos beat the Panthers?

Carolina's poor special teams and Denver's opportunistic plays.

Chapters

Discussion on the Cowboys' struggles and potential issues with Dak Prescott.
  • The Cowboys lost to the 49ers and are under .500.
  • Dak Prescott is not a running threat, making him easier to defend.
  • The team lacks identity and has been inconsistent.

Shownotes Transcript

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Cowboys falling to the 49ers, the Commanders' Hail Mary win vs. the Bears, and Jameis Winston and the Browns upsetting the Ravens (2:08). Next they ask, "Are the Jets done?" after their loss to the Patriots, discuss Buccaneers-Falcons, identify the most up-in-the-air division, get into Colts-Texans, and more (21:47). Then they check in on their NFL futures bets and guess the lines for NFL Week 9 (46:29), discuss an exciting World Series (1:21:41), and close the show with Parent Corner (1:29:08).

Host: Bill Simmons

Guest: Cousin Sal

Producer: Kyle Crichton

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