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Jan 2025
1h 42m

The Vikings Get Rammed, Dallas’s Next Co...

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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal to discuss the Rams dominating the Vikings and what kind of impact this game will have on Sam Darnold's future. They then talk about Sean McVay's strong coaching résumé (2:54) before guessing the line for Rams-Eagles, and reacting to the Cowboys "parting ways" with coach Mike McCarthy (18:53). Then, Bill talks with Peter Schrager about an early start to the NFL coaching carousel, the best and worst open head coach positions, and more (35:15)


Host: Bill Simmons

Guests: Cousin Sal and Peter Schrager

Producers: Kyle Crichton and Steve Ceruti



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