Part 2: Eagles/C-Words Reax, Drake Maye Fever, the RB Boom and Million Dollar Picks With Joe House and Nate Tice
The Bill Simmons Podcast
Key Insights
Why did Joe House feel it was too early for Washington to face Philadelphia in a Thursday night game?
House believed Washington wasn't quite good enough yet and didn't have the necessary players to compete at that level. He also mentioned that all of Washington's losses were to playoff teams from the previous year and that they were competitive in their toughest games, which were all one-score games.
What did Joe House say about the potential for Washington to make the playoffs?
House thought Washington had a good chance to make the playoffs, expecting them to need to win three more games. He outlined a favorable schedule that included home games against Dallas and Tennessee, a bye week, and other winnable games, suggesting they could reach 10 wins and secure a playoff spot.
How did Joe House feel about the Philadelphia Eagles after their game against Washington?
House felt that something was missing with the Eagles and they hadn't won him over as the second team in the NFC yet. He mentioned that their kicker missed two field goals and a PAT, which could have put them in the 30s, but overall, he was not fully convinced of their status as a top team.
What did Nate Tice see in Drake Maye that made him so optimistic about his potential in the NFL?
Tice was excited about Drake Maye's explosive playability and his ability to make plays even with a bad supporting cast. He noted Maye's big arm, looseness as an athlete, and competitiveness, comparing him to John Elway. Tice also appreciated Maye's mental side, including his awareness and self-awareness, which he believed were encouraging signs for a franchise quarterback.
What were Nate Tice's five favorite things about the NFL season so far?
Tice's five favorite things were: 1) Telling the Cowboys 'I told you so' for their offseason decisions; 2) Surprising defenses that have improved, like the Eagles, Chargers, and Broncos; 3) AFC juggernaut quarterbacks like Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Patrick Mahomes, and Justin Herbert; 4) The Arizona Cardinals, who he felt were locked in and playing well; and 5) The running back renaissance, with teams investing in running backs and seeing dividends from first-round picks and free agent additions.
Why did Bill Simmons and Joe House like the Broncos minus 2.5 against the Falcons?
They liked the Broncos because they believed the Falcons were overrated and the Broncos' defense was significantly better, ranking highly in several key metrics. They thought the Broncos could exploit the Falcons' weaknesses and potentially beat them by more than a field goal.
What was the reasoning behind Bill Simmons and Joe House's bet on the Colts plus 3.5 against the Jets?
They bet on the Colts because they felt the Jets were downtrodden and their season was over, especially with Aaron Rodgers' struggles. They believed the Colts, coming off a bye week and with a healthier team, could exploit the Jets' weaknesses and potentially win outright.
Why did Bill Simmons and Joe House think the Chargers were a good bet against the Bengals?
They thought the Chargers were a good bet because they believed the line was off, with the Chargers being undervalued. They felt the Chargers were a complete, well-coached team that could run and throw effectively, while the Bengals were one-dimensional and had a poor defense. They also liked the Chargers' defense and thought they could win the game outright.
Chapters
- Cowboys have lost four games to playoff teams from last year.
- None of their losses came to teams they were forecasted to beat.
- Their defense is not stopping the run, and their offensive line is struggling.
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