Credit: The Ringer, imagn imagesWhen it comes to the list of best studio hosts in sports, usually the list begins and ends with TNT’s Ernie Johnson. But Bill Simmons has a new name he wants to throw into the hat for the best of the best in the role: Charissa Thompson. And Bill Simmons credits their success to Charissa Thompson being willing to play point guard and let the analysts shine, whether it’s for football things or fun and games. Bill Simmons HEAPS PRAISE on Charissa Thompson’s studio hosting skills and PREDICTS Taylor Rooks will be the next to ascend pic.twitter.com/ulqtpJfWPf — The r/BillSimmons Podcast (@rBillSimmonsPod) January 29, 2026“Charissa Thompson is the best studio host,” Simmons stated. Why is she the best studio host?