The Alec Lewis Show The Athletic’s Zach Berman previews Vikings-Eagles, talks Carson Wentz’s past and more: Ep. 121 | Presented by First Resource Bank
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Oct 17, 2025 
Zach Berman, a seasoned reporter for The Athletic, dives deep into the upcoming Vikings-Eagles game while reflecting on Carson Wentz's roller-coaster career. He discusses Wentz’s peak in 2017 and how injuries shifted his trajectory. The conversation also covers the Eagles' locker room dynamics, current offensive struggles, and key injuries to players like Landon Dickerson. Berman offers insights into matchups against Brian Flores’ defense, while weighing the Eagles' chances in this challenging game.
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Playing Through Injury And The Turning Point
- Berman recounts Wentz playing through a torn ACL, throwing a touchdown and walking off on his own, then never quite returning to the same form.
- He frames the downfall as gradual then sudden after that injury and the COVID benching.
Unconventional Path Shaped Wentz
- Berman contrasts Wentz's unconventional path from North Dakota State with traditional prepackaged franchise QBs.
- He suggests Wentz learned and adapted after arriving in Philly rather than arriving fully formed.
Fix Identity By Cleaning Up Execution
- The Eagles urgently need internal fixes and clearer identity after offensive inconsistency despite elite talent.
- Berman emphasizes fundamentals: improve execution and 'everyone do your job' to regain top form.