The Bill Simmons Podcast
Episodes
Apex Josh Allen, the Goofy NFC North, Week 2 Picks, and Bill’s Breakup Letter to the Clippers | With Tom Pelissero and Joe House
Bill Simmons and Tom Palissero analyze the Bills' dominant 41-31 win over the Lions, declaring Josh Allen the league's best player and questioning Sean McDermott's coaching longevity.
A Clippers Rebrand, an NFL Mini-Mailbag, and Best MLB Story Lines With Rob Mahoney, Anthony Dabbundo, and Billy Gil
Bill Simmons and Rob Mahoney analyze the Clippers' post-Kawhi trade situation, debating a potential rebrand and the team's bleak future with Darius Garland and Brandon Ingram.
The Smashmouth Giants, Bumbling Chargers, Stumbling Packers, Week 1 Overreactions, and Guess the Lines With Cousin Sal
Bill Simmons and his co-hosts react to the Dallas Cowboys' Week 1 loss to the Giants, debating whether Simmons' "jinx" and the team's defensive breakdowns were to blame.
The 49ers Crush the Jet-Lag Bowl, Rams Overreactions, Bills-Texans, and Week 1 NFL Picks With Joe House
Bill Simmons and Joe House analyze the 49ers' 27-7 victory over the Rams in Australia, debating whether the result stems from travel fatigue or the Rams' "super team" hype.
An Absolutely Horrific Patriots Loss, the Rams-49ers Travel Bowl, and Hottest Takes With Craig Horlbeck, Danny Heifetz, and Danny Kelly
Bill Simmons and his panel react to the New England Patriots' humiliating Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, focusing on Drake Maye's three interceptions and AJ Brown's injury.
Mahomes or Allen (Again???) and a Clippers-Heavy Mailbag With Nick Wright
Bill Simmons and guest Nick Wright debate whether Josh Allen is the consensus best NFL quarterback, comparing his playoff struggles to the "void" left by Patrick Mahomes' injury-plagued season.
Guess the Lines Week 1, Plus Favorite NFL Futures With Cousin Sal
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal kick off their 20th anniversary of "Guess the Lines" by analyzing NFL Week 1 spreads, including the Seahawks-Patriots and Rams-49ers games.
Clippers Rock Bottom 9.0, Plus Charles Barkley on the Clips, 76ers, Lakers, ESPN, and Why He Loves Josh Allen
Bill Simmons discusses the historic NBA punishment against the Clippers for their involvement in Kawhi Leonard’s injury scandal, detailing the loss of future draft picks and fines.
Make-or-Break NFL QBs, a CFB Preview, and the WNBA Renaissance With Todd McShay and Diana Taurasi
Bill Simmons and Todd McShay preview the NFL season, identifying eight Super Bowl contenders including the Rams, Seahawks, Texans, and Bills.
The Annual AFC Over/Unders With Bill Simmons, Cousin Sal, and Joe House
Bill Simmons and Cousin Sal recap a chaotic Ringer fantasy draft where they ganged up on Danny Heifetz, then discuss the Red Sox losing to the Yankees.
The Annual NFC Over/Unders With Bill Simmons, Cousin Sal, and Joe House
Bill Simmons and Sal Iacono celebrate their 20th NFL season with guests Farrah Fawcett, Don Johnson, and Joe House, setting the stage for their Netflix fantasy draft.
The Fifth Annual “My Guy” Fantasy Football Draft With Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck
Bill Simmons hosts the Ringer Fantasy Football Show with Danny Heifetz, DK Kelly, and Craig Warshaw to discuss their "My Guy" draft picks.
Deshaun Vs. Cleveland, and a Mega-Mailbag With Joe House. Plus, UCLA’s Bob Chesney.
Bill Simmons and Joe House tackle a mailbag covering the Cleveland Browns' Deshaun Watson disaster, the Lakers' post-LeBron future, and a humorous proposal to trade Bronny James to guard his father.
Derek Thompson on the American Sports Plutocracy, the NBA’s 2016 Black Swan Event, and the WNBA’s Growing Pains
Bill Simmons and Derek Thompson discuss the Mark Walter scandal, analyzing how he allegedly used insurance funds to buy sports teams and the broader implications for financial regulation.
The "Invincible" Rams, NFL Pressure Guys, and L.A.’s Crazy NBA Month With Tom Pelissero and Sam Koppelman
Bill Simmons welcomes new Ringer hire Tom Palacero, who discusses his transition from ESPN and shares stories about major NFL scoops like John Gruden’s resignation.
Russell Westbrook’s One-of-One Career With Kirk Goldsberry, Plus College Football and Coaches With Van Lathan and Chris Ryan
Bill Simmons and Kirk Goldberg analyze Russell Westbrook’s retirement using the "Book of Basketball" format, debating his polarizing legacy and 2017 MVP season.
A Shocking Lakers Sale. Plus, the 20 Best and Worst Youth Sports for Parents With Cousin Sal.
Bill Simmons discusses the shocking $12.
Half-Baked Ideas and a Mega-Mailbag With Kevin Wildes and Joe House
Bill Simmons and guest Kevin Wilds discuss the Red Sox’s recent performance, NFL preseason outlooks, and their shared disdain for multiverse movies.
2026 NFL QB Rankings, the Villain Dodgers, MLB Trade Deadline Lessons, and SummerSlam 2026 With Mina Kimes, Billy Gil, Anthony Dabbundo, and David Shoemaker
Bill Simmons previews upcoming Rewatchables episodes and discusses NFL quarterback rankings with Mina Kimes, analyzing prospects like Lamar Jackson and Jordan Love.
The NBA Mega-Redraftables (2012 & 2013 Combined!) With J. Kyle Mann and Joe House, Plus Portland vs. “El Cheapo” for the Blazers With Justin Verrier
Steph in Purgatory, a LeBron Mini-Mailbag, Jaylen Trade What-Ifs, and the Revived Red Sox With Joe House and Bill’s Dad
LeBron’s Philly Shocker! Plus, the 2011 NBA Redraftables With Zach Lowe.
Caleb Wilson Fever, 2020 NBA Redraftables, and the ‘Odyssey’ MVP Rankings With Joe House, J. Kyle Mann, and Jason Concepcion