Chris Simms Unbuttoned Videos
Chris Simms tells Ahmed Fareed why Bo Nix and Caleb Williams, two second-year quarterbacks he believes are ready to take the next step, landed in the “Ready to Launch” tier of the 2025 QB Countdown.
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed take a look at the MVP odds, provided by DraftKings Sportsbook, for second-year quarterbacks.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Dak Prescott, Tua Tagovailoa and Trevor Lawrence belong in the “Is This It?” tier of the 2025 QB Countdown.
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed discuss why second-year signal callers Michael Penix Jr. and Drake Maye fall under the “Needs More Info” category in the 2025 QB countdown.
Chris Simms isn’t leaving any QB left behind in his 2025 QB Countdown, and for Kirk Cousins, he lands in the ‘Don’t Forget About Me’ tier with uncertainty around his true potential at a “tipping point” in his career.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Sam Darnold and Geno Smith, who took their careers to the next level, belong in the “Escaped From NY” tier of the 2025 QB Countdown.
Devin McCourty joins Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed to explain why he believes the tush push should remain in the NFL, and how he thinks NFL teams can prepare to defend the play.
Devin McCourty joins Chris Simms Unbuttoned to discuss what makes a successful defense in the NFL before revealing his current top five units in the league today.
Devin McCourty joins Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed to explain why they are surprised Lions DE Aidan Hutchinson is leading 2025 DPOY odds, and which other defensive players fans should keep an eye on.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Cam Ward deserves to land in his 2025 QB Countdown, despite being a rookie.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Daniel Jones and Justin Fields haven’t progressed since last year, landing in the “Still On The Pot” tier of his 2025 QB Countdown, and why it’s time they step up or step out.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Russell Wilson brings a lot of experience, but has created a pattern of falling short, earning him a standalone slot in the “Clock’s Ticking” tier of his 2025 QB Countdown.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Bryce Young and J.J. McCarthy have potential, but haven’t proven themselves yet, landing them in the “Young Mysteries” tier of his 2025 QB Countdown.
Houston Texans GM Nick Caserio joins Chris Simms Unbuttoned to discuss his aggressiveness in the 2025 NFL Draft, how to balance the best player available with team needs and more.
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed react to NFL owners voting down the Packers’ proposal to ban the tush push, including why they are “shocked” by the verdict, and what it means for the Eagles going forward.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Joe Flacco, Malik Willis, Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota have the edge to be more than a backup, earning them a slot in the “Backup Supremes” tier of his 2025 QB Countdown.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed why Anthony Richardson lands in a tier of his own, “Wow or Whoa?” on his 2025 QB Countdown and details where he’s at at this point in his career.
Chris Simms explains to Ahmed Fareed how Aidan O’Connell, Andy Dalton, Mac Jones, Kenny Pickett, Cooper Rush, Tyrod Taylor, Mason Rudolph and more landed in “The Caretakers” tier of his 2025 QB Countdown.
Matt LaFleur chats with Chris Simms about the Packers’ Week 10 matchup against the Eagles, discussing the ‘tush push’ and how Philadelphia head coach Nick Sirianni talks to him about the controversial play.
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur tells Chris Simms about the growth of Jordan Love, particularly where his quarterback needs to improve and his approach in coaching the fifth-year signal caller.
Chris Simms asks Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur about the possibility of Aaron Rodgers signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers and LaFleur discusses his working relationship with the former Packers star.
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers break down the Houston Texans’ 2025 schedule, where the first five weeks may put the team in catch-up mode in its AFC South title defense.
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ 2025 season schedule, including a difficult stretch in the latter part of the season that may be make-or-break for the team.
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers evaluate why the Bengals and 49ers are the only teams who are favored to make a return to the playoffs in 2025 after missing out in 2024.
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers discuss the Chicago Bears’ 2025 schedule and discuss why early NFC North matchups will help quarterback Caleb Williams.
Chris Simms and Connor Rogers examine the Rams’ 2025 regular season schedule and identify potential stretches of stress that may arise.
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed discuss Shedeur Sanders’ mindset with the Browns, discussing how the former Colorado Buffalo will motivate himself to win Cleveland’s quarterback competition.
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed weigh in on the lack of experience in the New Orleans Saints quarterback room following Derek Carr’s retirement, and discuss the current betting odds to take the first snap in Week 1.
With the full NFL schedule release looming, Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed look ahead to the Eagles and Cowboys season-opening matchup on September 4 on NBC and Peacock, explaining why Dallas can “rise to the challenge.”
Chris Simms and Ahmed Fareed assess the timeline leading up to QB Derek Carr’s retirement before reflecting on his longevity as a starting QB with a lack of “big time headlines” on his resume.
