Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

[MassNole]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

To Joe Averagefan, Berman is an institution. He'd actually be a pretty good get for NFLN.

Just because he offers no insight doesn't mean people don't like him. A lot of people watch the NFL on Fox pregame show, for God's sakes.

Just like John Madden.

[SPTO]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

The TV gossip sites basically have said Chris Berman to the NFL-N is a done deal once his contract with ESPN is up (good riddance I say, his act was old in 1995 and he isn't a Bob Ley) and Erin Andrews is expected to move on to much bigger things, ala Robin Roberts.

I think I can live with this IF and only if it means they structure whatever show he's on to be sorta like NFL Countdown/Primetime was like 15 years ago where Berman gives some insights but mostly leaves it up to the analysts to do their own thing.

Heck, I could see them doing an NFL Primetime like show during the season at the same time (7 PM) so he's even talking about games that are nearly done right at the top of the broadcast. I could see Rod Woodson being his Tom Jackson as well. It could work provided it's done right.

Oh and less of Rich Eisen is a blessing.

[ODogg]

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Personally I don't know why, with today's internet, anyone watches these pre-game shows with these talking heads. I think they're all a waste of time. I liked to saddle up about 2 minutes before kickoff and get right to it. As for news, who's hurt, fantasy, etc...like I said, that's what the internet is for.

You guys realize that these shows came about because people wanted to know this info back in the day when the NFL was getting more popular and we had no way of knowing it right? I just don't understand how anyone can sit through these pre-game shows with the corny jokes, mindless interviews and uncomfortable flirting and stuff the guys do with the gals on the set.

[Bellsprout]

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Because there's nothing else on at 11AM (Central) on a Sunday.

[ODogg]

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There's always something on the DVR though...

[Bellsprout]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

I don't have one of those.

I live in the '90s. Still can't wait to see if Ross and Rachel end up together.

[Scottdau]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

Who is Bill Simmons? I know Olbermann, but the other guy I never heard of.

[jmood88]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

Who is Bill Simmons? I know Olbermann, but the other guy I never heard of.

A Boston sports homer who writes for espn.com.

[BlueNGold]

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Personally I don't know why, with today's internet, anyone watches these pre-game shows with these talking heads. I think they're all a waste of time. I liked to saddle up about 2 minutes before kickoff and get right to it. As for news, who's hurt, fantasy, etc...like I said, that's what the internet is for.

Yeah I don't watch them either. I used to but basically all of them got annoying and they mostly talk about things that are already known to most of us. Plus the fake laughing and all that nonsense gets on my nerves.

Anyways, I'm on Team Simmons all the way. I can't stand Olbermann on SNF. Guy is a clown.

[Jonesy]

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Who is Bill Simmons? I know Olbermann, but the other guy I never heard of.

I'm the opposite. I know who Simmons is but not Olbermann (we don't get your SNF coverage here if that is where he's from).

I like Simmons generally and even own his latest book (pretty average imo) but that Tiger Ali comparison article was pretty lame, i couldn't finish it. I love the nba, Bill loves the nba so i'm going for him in this "e-fight".

All seems pretty petty and pointless to me.

[Lintyfresh85]

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Can't stand Olbermann, so good for Simmons.

[SPTO]

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Personally I don't know why, with today's internet, anyone watches these pre-game shows with these talking heads. I think they're all a waste of time. I liked to saddle up about 2 minutes before kickoff and get right to it. As for news, who's hurt, fantasy, etc...like I said, that's what the internet is for.

I still watch the pregame stuff if I wake up early enough. I don't stick with one show though as I tend to flip through the channels. Sure we can find out all this stuff easily on the internet and such but it's nice to hear what the "experts" think from time to time.

[jake44np]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

To Joe Averagefan, Berman is an institution. He'd actually be a pretty good get for NFLN.

Just because he offers no insight doesn't mean people don't like him. A lot of people watch the NFL on Fox pregame show, for God's sakes.

Whats wrong with the NFL on Fox pregame show???

[ODogg]

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I guess it's not intellectual enough for WeAreAllWtinesses perhaps??

[SPTO]

Re: Simmons vs. Olbermann Feud

Whats wrong with the NFL on Fox pregame show???

I'm not that witness guy but it's my least favorite out of all the pregame shows. They're loud, obnoxious and it's too much like a frathouse at times.

Those could be his reasons too.