Quick Info
| Profession | Sports analyst; former professional football quarterback |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 29/08/1980 |
| Age | 46 years |
| Birthplace | Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Chris Simms
Simms questioned the consistency of NFL officiating after the Detroit Lions' 20-17 win over the Green Bay Packers in Week 7. He argued that penalties on deep passes and contact plays are often called inconsistently, sometimes benefiting the offense even after poor quarterback decisions. His comments drew attention to ongoing debate about referee calls.
Simms said his exit from NBC's Sunday Night Football broadcasts still stings, even though network executives had praised his work. He remains a prominent NBC voice as co-host of Pro Football Talk with Mike Florio and as host of his podcast Chris Simms Unbuttoned.
Chris Simms drew attention in June 2025 for releasing his annual quarterback rankings, placing Jalen Hurts at No. 10. The ranking sparked discussion because it came after Hurts had just won the Super Bowl and earned Super Bowl MVP honors in the 2024 season.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Christopher David Simms |
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| Known For | Former NFL quarterback and current football analyst |
| Notable Roles | Played in the NFL for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, and Tennessee Titans; later worked as a broadcaster and analyst |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 4 in |
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| Weight | 230 lbs |
| Position | Quarterback |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | University of Texas at Austin |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Danielle Puleo |
| Children | 2 |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Danielle Puleo |
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Family
| Father | Phil Simms |
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| Sibling | Matt Simms |
Career
| College Career | Played college football for the Texas Longhorns from 1999 to 2002. |
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| NFL Career | Selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft and later played for the Denver Broncos and Tennessee Titans. |
| Broadcasting Career | Worked as an NFL and college football analyst for NBC Sports after earlier roles with FOX Sports and CBS Sports. |
| Other Roles | Served as a coaching assistant for the New England Patriots in 2012. |
| Current Broadcasting Roles | Co-hosts PFT Live with Mike Florio; hosts the Chris Simms Unbuttoned podcast; analyst on Football Night in America through its 2025 season |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was named USA Today High School Offensive Player of the Year in 1998. | |
| 2. He is the son of former New York Giants quarterback and Super Bowl XXI MVP Phil Simms. | |
| 3. He has also co-hosted football-focused media programs and podcasts. |
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