The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 9 Preview: It's Bills-Chiefs Week
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Oct 31, 2025 The Bills-Chiefs showdown is the highlight as both teams face unusual stakes this season. Patrick Mahomes showcases an explosive playstyle, while discussions around Buffalo's defensive strategies unfold. The NFL landscape raises questions about the Falcons and Patriots' quarterback dynamics. The Colts and Steelers reveal contrasting team identities, and the AFC Wild Card race is assessed. On Sicko Street, the Rams' experiment unfolds, while the Bears face dire consequences if they falter against the Bengals. Did the Vikings make a grave offseason mistake? Tune in for these compelling insights!
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Use Man Coverage Only If Corners Are Ready
- If you can, attack the Chiefs in man coverage to limit Mahomes' exploitation of zone windows.
- But only implement man if your personnel — especially corner two — can handle it, otherwise Mahomes will exploit spacing.
Bills' 21/22 Sets Create Run Surfaces
- The Bills use 21/22 personnel far more than most teams to force base defenses and run outside.
- Their tight-end-plus-two-back sets replicate jumbo run surfaces while keeping pass-catching flexibility.
Bills' Passing Game Feels Congested
- The Bills lack a consistent downfield threat, leaving Dalton Kincaid as their most explosive passer target.
- That compression of receiving options creates congestion and rhythm problems for Josh Allen.