The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 14 Preview: Bears-Packers finally means something again
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Dec 5, 2025 Week 14 in the NFL features some thrilling matchups with playoffs on the line, including a significant Bears-Packers rivalry. The hosts explore Chicago's run game against Green Bay's defensive strategy, highlighting tactical nuances. They also discuss the resurgence of Christian Watson and the implications for Green Bay's offense. Additionally, fierce clashes like Colts-Jaguars and Texans-Chiefs are previewed, along with intriguing playoff scenarios and injury concerns affecting key players.
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Watson Restores Vertical Spark
- Christian Watson's return transformed Green Bay's vertical passing, giving Jordan Love a true downfield threat.
- Watson now reliably creates explosive plays and opens intermediate crossers the Packers haven't fully capitalized on yet.
Myers And Strange Changed The Jags
- Jacoby Myers and Brenton Strange have stabilized Jacksonville's passing game and raised Trevor Lawrence's efficiency.
- Since Myers arrived the Jags have elite EPA against zone and improved anticipation into intermediate routes.
Pressure The Jags' Line
- Attack the Jaguars with aggressive man coverage and pressure looks to exploit their offensive line and force negative plays.
- Use cover-zero and mugged-up blitz packages to create sack opportunities and disrupt Trevor Lawrence's timing.