The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 12 Preview: Colts-Chiefs is the Game of the Week, but not in the way we expected
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Nov 21, 2025 This week, the focus shifts to the surprising Colts leading their division and the Chiefs facing playoff desperation. The hosts analyze the Chiefs’ struggles in close games, revealing deeper defensive issues. They dive into matchups like Buccaneers-Rams, discussing Tampa's offensive decline due to injuries. A look at Steelers-Bears and Panthers-49ers highlights key player performances. Plus, they explore Cam Ward's potential against a tough Seahawks defense and suggest a pause on Vikings talk until they show improvement.
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Add Physical Targets And Lean Into Run Game
- Consider adding bigger, more physical pass-catchers to diversify the Chiefs' offense.
- Lean into under-center personnel and a more physical run game to reduce predictable dead-ends.
Bucs' Dropoff Tied To Injuries And Role Overload
- The Bucs are underperforming partly due to key injuries and role overloads.
- Missing pieces like Mike Evans and inconsistent targets force inefficient, volatile offense.
Bucs Lose Layup Value From Screens And Runs
- Tampa Bay's combined screen and running value has collapsed this year.
- The offense is creating only a fraction of last season's layup value from those plays.