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United States Phil Simms, a two-time Super Bowl champion and NFL MVP, transitioned from a celebrated quarterback for the New York Giants to a respected career as an NFL analyst and sportscaster. He now shares his extensive football knowledge and insights with national audiences.
Phil Simms joined CBS Sports in 1998 and served as a studio analyst on The NFL Today and contributor on NFL Monday QB on CBS Sports Network until 2024.
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Phillip Martin Simms was born on November 3, 1955, in Springfield, Kentucky, growing up on his grandfather’s farm. His football journey began at Southern High School in Louisville before he attended Morehead State University, where he played college football for the Eagles. Despite his college team’s ball-control offense resulting in unspectacular passing statistics, Simms demonstrated significant potential. He completed 409 passes for 5,545 yards and 32 touchdowns during his collegiate career.
Simms was famously drafted seventh overall by the New York Giants in the 1979 NFL Draft, a selection initially met with boos from fans who were unfamiliar with the Morehead State quarterback. His rookie season in 1979 was promising, as he won five of his first ten starts, accumulating 1,743 passing yards and 13 touchdowns, earning a spot on the NFL All-Rookie Team. However, the subsequent years were challenging, marked by injuries and inconsistent performances. A turning point came in 1984 under new coach Bill Parcells, when Simms dedicated himself to studying game film and adjusting his training. This commitment led to a breakout season with over 4,000 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, and a Pro Bowl selection. His career-defining moment arrived in Super Bowl XXI in 1987, where he led the Giants to victory over the Denver Broncos, earning MVP honors with a record-setting 88% completion rate and a 150.9 passer rating.
Simms continued to lead the Giants, including another Super Bowl XXV victory in 1991, though he was sidelined by injury for that championship run. He sustained a severe arm injury in 1992 but returned in 1993 to lead the Giants to an 11-5 season and a playoff win. Simms retired after the 1993 season, having compiled 33,462 passing yards and 199 touchdowns for the Giants. His post-playing career saw him become a prominent NFL broadcaster, working for ESPN, NBC, and CBS, where he was a lead game analyst for many years. He continues to contribute his expertise to various sports media outlets, including NBC Sports and WFAN.
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