Chris Simms Unbuttoned

Chris Simms

Chris Simms takes an unfiltered look at the NFL, featuring player access, unabashed opinion, X&O film breakdown, and stories from a life in and around football.

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#908
August 28 · 53 min
Kirk Cousins > Fernando Mendoza? + NFL's #1 CB
Chris (@CSimmsQB) & Connor (@ConnorJRogers) recap Thursday night’s preseason action. Is the Raiders QB decision clear now? Did Ty Simpson finally show his ceiling? Then, the guys welcome Devin McCourty on to talk about the Patriots outlook and name his #1 cornerback in the NFL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#907
August 26 · 59 min
Mike McDaniel on Justin Herbert; Odell Beckham Jr. on Jaxson Dart
It’s a double guest day on Unbuttoned! Chargers Offensive Coordinator Mike McDaniel tells us why he joined Jim Harbaugh, and he compares one of his players to a Hall of Famer. Then Chris asks Odell Beckham Jr if he’s nervous for roster cuts, and his answer might surprise you. But first, Chris tells Connor how he attracts his horses using weed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#906
August 24 · 1 hr 1 min
Preseason Week 2: Browns pick Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders
The Browns have named their starting QB…and Chris & Connor don’t really agree with it. Then Chris shows the mistake J.J. McCarthy keeps making. Plus, we look at Ty Simpson, Drew Allar, and some other young backups who flashed in Preseason Week 2. But first, Chris takes aim at certain drivers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#905
August 21 · 53 min
Fernando Mendoza's first start; Brock Purdy's new #1 target?; Browns QB battle over?
Chris and Connor discuss Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza's first preseason start - and despite a Pick-6 vs. Houston, there was a lot to like. 49ers rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling continues to open eyes. And does Shedeur Sanders starting Cleveland's second Preseason game reveal who the starter will be for the regular season? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#904
August 19 · 57 min
Super Bowl or Bust?; Chris Ballard on signing Keenan Allen
What rival GM helped Chris Ballard re-sign Jonathan Taylor? The Colts GM tells us that and more. Plus, Chris & Connor decide which teams this season are Super Bowl or Bust. Is Von Miller the best veteran reinforcement signed this week? But first, the delivery driver homies set Chris straight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#903
August 17 · 53 min
Preseason Week 1 Recap: Ty Simpson shines, Jaxson Dart hit
Preseason Week 1 is in the books! How did the Browns QBs do? Does Jaxson Dart have an injury stigma? Plus, the guys look at some rookie “Debuts or De-BOOOS”, including Ty Simpson, Arvell Reese, & Sonny Styles. But first, the homies give Big Phil a nickname. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 14 · 53 min
Super Bowl XXI MVP Phil Simms joins the pod; Preseason opener takeaways
Whattup homies…on today’s Chris Simms Unbuttoned with Connor Rogers, Some impressive rookie QB debuts in preseason action… Fernando Mendoza and Drew Allar in particular. The Big Effer - Phil Simms drops in - and gives his unbiased thoughts on the G-Men as they get ready for the Vikings Saturday afternoon. And the Seahawks make an interesting roster move in the secondary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 12 · 53 min
Vikings name their starting QB; Hall of Famer Warren Sapp joins the pod
Whattup homies…On today’s Chris Simms Unbuttoned with Connor Rogers -- The Vikings QB battle is over, as Kyler Murray wins the competition over J.J. McCarthy. Hall of Famer Warren Sapp drops in and gives an interesting take on Aaron Donald's potential return. Sapp also shares his thoughts on Browns QB Shedeur Sanders and why he thinks he'll be a good NFL quarterback. And - what was rookie Bucs QB Chris Simms like as a teammate? Connor and Chris also discuss what they're looking for in Thursday's preseason action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
August 10 · 53 min
Which teams will regress in 2026?
Whattup homies…on today’s Chris Simms Unbuttoned with Connor Rogers, we have good news for 49ers fans as Kyle Shanahan as he’s back on the sideline for the preseason opener… Bad news for a pair of NFC East teams who have some injury questions and which teams might be poised for a regression session in 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#899
August 7 · 53 min
Hall of Fame Game: Carson Beck shines; CMC not Top 10 RB?
Football is back! After a great Hall of Fame Game, Chris & Connor explain how excited we can get about Carson Beck & Haynes King. The guys then welcome on rising star Safety Xavier Watts to talk about the Falcons outlook for this season. Finally, the guys look at the highest-paid RBs…which name would Chris NOT have in his Top 10 RBs list? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#898
August 6 · 18 min
Zay Flowers on Cooking for Lamar Jackson
On a special edition of Unbuttoned, Chris speaks with Ravens WR Zay Flowers fresh off his new contract! Zay tells us how he’s gonna spend all that new money he has, what do he and Lamar Jackson do when they’re hanging out, and the 1 play he wishes he could have back. Plus, why did he put weight on this offseason? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#897
August 5 · 53 min
Sophomore Jumps; Falcons lose Jalon Walker
Chris & Connor welcome on legendary Browns beat writer Mary Kay Cabot to describe the Browns QB battle & Shedeur Sanders hype…is it even crazier than Manziel Mania? After a bittersweet day for the Falcons, the guys shout out some 2nd-year players who could have a Sophomore Jump. Plus, Connor went to Jets camp yesterday and gives us reasons for Gang Green optimism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#896
August 3 · 54 min
"Prove It" Year QBs; 49ers NOT a Super Bowl team?
Chris & Connor catch up to the weekend’s NFL news, including some bad & good WR developments for the 49ers. And how do the guys do on a Jadeveon Clowney pop quiz? Then we look at some QBs who are in “Prove It” Years. Finally, we Blind Rank some of the NFL’s new uniforms…and it doesn’t go well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#895
July 29 · 1 hr 5 min
Mike LaFleur on Jeremiyah Love; Jalen Carter paid; Best DT Duos
Jalen Carter cashes in…but is he part of the best DT duo in the NFL? Chris & Connor then welcome on Cardinals Head Coach Mike LaFleur, who tells us about the time he ignored Kyle Shanahan’s phone calls. Plus, Chris has a pop quiz for Draft Guru Connor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#894
July 27 · 1 hr 2 min
Kyle Shanahan's accident; Most Important Non-QBs in NFC East; Rick Stroud on Baker Mayfield
Debuting our new time slot of 11:00am ET, Chris & Connor first hit Kyle Shanahan’s accident and how it affects the 49ers. The Giants have some good news on Malik Nabers…is he the most important non-QB in the NFC East? Plus we welcome Buccaneers beat writer Rick Stroud to give us the latest on Baker Mayfield’s contract negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#893
July 23 · 46 min
George Kittle on carrying Kyle Shanahan & Kelce/Swift wedding
Chris welcomes 49ers TE George Kittle to the show to talk about why grass is better than turf, wardrobe changes at the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding…and the time he threw Kyle Shanahan into the ocean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#892
July 22 · 1 hr 3 min
Kirk Cousins vs Fernando Mendoza; Top 10 QB consensus; Madden 99 Club
On the eve of training camps, some players are starting to get big deals. Is Devon Witherspoon worth the biggest CB contract in the league? Shedeur or Deshaun? Kirk or Fernando? Chris & Connor handicap the 5 QB battles entering training camp. Top 10 QBs…how does Simms’ list differ from the NFL’s? And finally, who was left out of the Madden 99 Club? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#891
July 20 · 1 hr 22 min
Aaron Donald return? Cam Skattebo flips
We’re back baby! And Connor is literally back from his baby. Backflips & bottle service…how did Chris spend his bougie vacation? We’ll catch up on some NFL news we missed with a round of I Know What You Did This Summer. Plus your reactions to Simms’ All-Time QB lists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#890
July 13 · 32 min
Top 10 All-Time QBs “In Their Prime”
You didn’t think we were done with our All-Time QBs lists, did you? After ranking the GOATs based on their careers, Chris & Ahmed go through the Top 10 passers Simms would take in their prime. How far down does Tom Brady fall from #1? Do Lamar Jackson & Josh Allen make the cut? The answers surprise even Chris himself. (0:00) “The Top 7,000 players of all time…” (1:15) Top 10 All-Time “In Their Prime” QBs (6:15) #10 Roger Staubach (7:50) #9 Tom Brady (10:55) #8 Dan Marino (13:00) #7 Lamar Jackson (15:30) #6 Josh Allen (18:45) #5 Brett Favre (23:25) #4 John Elway (26:15) #3 Aaron Rodgers (28:00) #2 Patrick Mahomes (29:40) #1 Peyton Manning See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#889
July 6 · 35 min
All-Time QB Countdown #5-1: Montana or Mahomes?
You know the names. Brady. Elway. Manning. Montana. Mahomes. Who are the 5 best QBs in NFL history? Chris finally gives his answer (with a little help from Stugotz). (0:00) “I consider you a brother, and you clearly don’t feel the same about me.” (3:55) All-Time QB Top 10: Our “career-focused” rankings conclude (10:30) #5 John Elway (16:45) #4 Patrick Mahomes (19:30) #3 Joe Montana (24:25) #2 Peyton Manning (27:40) #1 Tom Brady See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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