Chris Simms Unbuttoned

Kirk Cousins vs Fernando Mendoza; Top 10 QB consensus; Madden 99 Club 22.07.2026 1u 3min

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?

Aaron Donald return? Cam Skattebo flips 20.07.2026 1u 22min

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.

Top 10 All-Time QBs “In Their Prime” 13.07.2026 32min

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 (somehow).

All-Time QB Countdown #5-1: Montana or Mahomes? 06.07.2026 35min

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).

All-Time QB Countdown #10-6: Rodgers or Favre? 29.06.2026 28min

After narrowing down his Top 10 All-Time QBs, Chris finally gets to ranking them. Today we hit #10-6, which includes a couple former teammates. And Simms teases yet another list he’ll do after this one.

All-Time QB Countdown: Honorable Mentions 22.06.2026 27min

It’s cut-down day for the All-Time QBs list. Chris & Connor go through the 18 (or 19?) QBs who made the first cut and determine who will be in Simms’ Top 10 (or 12?). But first, Chris complains about us making him do this (we didn’t make him do this).

All-Time QB Countdown: Nominees & First Cut 15.06.2026 24min

With Simms’ 2026 QB Countdown done, we go to the next logical place..an All-Time QB Countdown! Chris & Connor first start with the nominees…which HOFers and future HOFers make the first cut? And as we go, the guys also name the 4 passers who lead the All-Time QB photo list.

Caleb Williams 1-on-1: Madden, old soul, & "goldfish" approach 08.06.2026 30min

Chris goes to Chicago to interview Bears budding superstar QB Caleb Williams, fresh off the news of his Madden cover selection. Williams talks about where he got his strong arm from, his 2nd-favorite sport growing up (it’s not the one you’d think), and what he’s learned from “psycho in a good way” Ben Johnson. Plus, Chris tells Caleb about the celebrity who’s already a big fan of his.

Ahmed introduces Baby Rogers + Simms QB Countdown recap 04.06.2026 1u 10min

“My boyfriend’s back and he’s better than ever…” Chris and Ahmed reunite to recap the Simms QB Countdown and answer some #AskMeAnything questions. Who would Chris rather have right now, Drake London or Nico Collins? But first, we welcome the newest member of the Unbuttoned family…Cameron Rogers!

Myles Garrett blockbuster + Simms QB Countdown #4-1: "The Mount Rushmore" 03.06.2026 1u 1min

The Simms 2026 QB Countdown concludes with THE FINAL FOUR! Where does Chris rank Patrick, Josh, Joe, and Lamar? But first, Simms & Stugotz dive into the blockbuster Myles Garrett & A.J. Brown trades…is an Aaron Donald return next?

Simms QB Countdown #7-5: All-time arms 02.06.2026 37min

The Simms QB Countdown finally reaches the Top 5, with a trio of QBs among the best arms in the game. Which one would Chris not be surprised to see at #1 next year? Plus, Simms asks Stugotz what was his favorite year as a Jets fan.

Simms QB Countdown #10-8: Jayden or Drake? + A.J. Brown trade watch 01.06.2026 1u 2min

Connor is out, so Simms calls in his (self-proclaimed?) podcast mentor Stugotz to steer the ship. The guys recount how the QB Countdown started 8 years ago, and then reveal 3 more QBs in this year’s Countdown. Plus, the A.J. Brown trade clock officially starts ticking, and will the 2024 QB class go down as the best ever?

Simms QB Countdown #14-11: "This is Good-QBville" + J.J. McCarthy is mad? 28.05.2026 1u 6min

It’s Connor’s LAST episode before he enters fatherhood, and he’s going out in style. Or “in vogue?” Simms reveals 4 more names in his QB Countdown…who lands JUST outside his Top 10? Plus, J.J. McCarthy does not seem happy to be in a QB competition, and Chris tells a Madonna story. (0:00) Papa Connor is “going out with a bang!”(5:15) Homies comments: One of them launches a Chris story about meeting Madonna when he was WAY too young(14:20) News: A.J. Brown isn’t at OTAs, and Jalen Hurts had an interesting quote about it(17:45) J.J. McCarthy weighs in on the Vikings QB competition(23:35) Daniel Jones is practicing(26:00) Simms QB Countdown: Homies react to Brock Purdy, Bo Nix, & Jordan Love(36:20) QB #14 Sam Darnold(44:30) DraftKings NFC West odds(48:15) QB #13 Jared Goff(54:00) QB #12 Trevor Lawrence(58:45) QB #11 Dak PrescottSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simms QB Countdown #18-15: Brock & Bo; Nico Collins or CeeDee Lamb? 27.05.2026 1u 8min

The QB Countdown continues with 4 more names on Chris’ list, including 2 passers recovering from an injury. Plus, the guys react to Nico Collins’ new deal and discuss how he compares to the highest-paid receivers in the NFL. But first, the homies discovered a new Simmsism.

Simms QB Countdown #24-19: Make or Break + Jaxson Dart drama 26.05.2026 1u 13min

The QB Countdown enters the Top 20, with some passers facing a make-or-break season. Jaxson Dart’s “missteps” made some unwanted headlines for the Giants this weekend. But first, Connor pays $50 to be Chris’ friend again.

Simms QB Countdown #28-25: Best Backup + Josh Allen Trivia 21.05.2026 1u 18min

In a JAM-PACKED episode of Unbuttoned, Chris reveals another 4 QBs in the Countdown, including his highest-ranked backup. Plus, who did he forget to put on my Mount Rushmore of All-Time Arms? Chirs & Connor also react to news about Aaron Rodgers & the Browns QBs, and then try to answer some Josh Allen trivia.

Simms QB Countdown #32-29: Forever Young, Murray in Minnesota; All-Time Arm Mount Rushmore 20.05.2026 1u 16min

The QB Countdown rolls on…Simms reveals 4 more names, including TWO former #1 overall picks. Then Chris & Connor play a game of “Which Doesn’t Belong & Why?” with veteran free agents. Plus, the guys look at why a trio of QBs is skipping practices, and who is on Chris’ Mount Rushmore of NFL Arms?

Simms QB Countdown #37-33: Kirk Cousins vs Fernando Mendoza 19.05.2026 28min

The Simms 2026 QB Countdown continues, and today we hit 2 guys from the same high school and 2 teammates who might have just become best friends. But first, Chris takes Connor to school on some wristwatch history.

Simms 2026 QB Countdown kicks off + Aaron Rodgers FINALLY signs with Steelers 18.05.2026 1u 5min

It’s that time of year againnnnnnnnn…..SIMMS QB COUNTDOWN TIME! We kick off the journey to #1 with a couple rookie passers. Plus, you’ll see where Deshaun Watson & Shedeur Sanders rank for Chris. But first, Aaron Rodgers (finally) signs with the Steelers, and the guys break down the Chargers quietly brutal schedule.

2026 Schedule Release: Hot & Cold Starts 15.05.2026 1u 8min

Connor & Chris break down the 2026 Schedule Release…which teams made Simms say HOLY SHIT BATMAN with tough schedules??? Which teams have favorable starts?? And DAMN are the primetime and holiday schedules good.