Week 5 Preview: C.J. Stroud Vs. Josh Allen, Ravens Take on the Bengals, and More
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The Pressbox podcast kicks off with a discussion of the Ringer NFL Show's Week 5 preview, highlighting the Buffalo Bills' struggles and the Houston Texans' offensive woes. The hosts then dive into the Bengals-Ravens matchup, analyzing Baltimore's dominant run game and the Bengals' inability to stop it. They discuss the Ravens' shift to under-center runs and the Bengals' potential struggles against this strategy. Next, the hosts discuss the Cowboys-Steelers game, predicting a Steelers victory due to their strong defense and the Cowboys' offensive struggles. They highlight the potential for a Jerry Jones outburst after a disappointing performance. The episode then transitions to a picks segment, where the hosts make predictions for the upcoming week's games, discussing their reasoning and highlighting key matchups and storylines. The discussion shifts to the contrasting performances of Brock Purdy and Kyler Murray, with the former excelling in deep passes and the latter struggling. The hosts debate whether Purdy's success is solely due to the 49ers' system or if he possesses genuine talent. They acknowledge the influence of Kyle Shanahan's coaching but argue that Purdy's success goes beyond the system, highlighting his ability to complete passes and lead his team to touchdowns. The hosts express their belief that Kyler Murray is a better football player than Brock Purdy, despite Purdy's recent success. They argue that Murray's talent and experience give him an edge, even though Purdy has been playing better this season. The episode concludes with the hosts discussing their NFL picks for the upcoming week, analyzing the Dolphins-Patriots game, predicting an under on the total points due to the Dolphins' struggles on offense and the Patriots' defensive strength. They also criticize the Dolphins' decision to keep Tyler Huntley as their backup quarterback, arguing that he is not a suitable fit for the offense and that there are better options available.
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NFL News and Analysis: Week 5 Preview
This episode of The Pressbox podcast dives into the latest NFL news, analyzing key matchups, player performances, and predictions for Week 5, with a focus on the Bengals-Ravens, Cowboys-Steelers, and Cardinals-49ers games.
Ringer NFL Show: Week 5 Preview
The Ringer NFL Show hosts discuss key storylines for Week 5, including the Buffalo Bills' struggles and the Houston Texans' offensive woes.
Bengals vs. Ravens: Run Game Dominance
The hosts analyze the Bengals-Ravens matchup, focusing on Baltimore's dominant run game and the Bengals' inability to stop it. They discuss the Ravens' shift to under-center runs and the Bengals' potential struggles against this strategy.
Cowboys vs. Steelers: A Legacy Season for Jerry Jones
The hosts discuss the Cowboys-Steelers game, predicting a Steelers victory due to their strong defense and the Cowboys' offensive struggles. They highlight the potential for a Jerry Jones outburst after a disappointing performance.
Picks Segment: Week 5 Predictions
The hosts engage in a picks segment, each making three predictions for the upcoming week's games. They discuss their reasoning and highlight key matchups and storylines.
Brock Purdy's Success and Kyler Murray's Struggles
The discussion revolves around the contrasting performances of Brock Purdy and Kyler Murray, with the former excelling in deep passes and the latter struggling. The hosts debate whether Purdy's success is solely due to the 49ers' system or if he possesses genuine talent.
NFL Picks and Predictions: Dolphins-Patriots, Steelers-Cowboys
The hosts move on to discuss their NFL picks for the upcoming week. They analyze the Dolphins-Patriots game, predicting an under on the total points due to the Dolphins' struggles on offense and the Patriots' defensive strength. They also criticize the Dolphins' decision to keep Tyler Huntley as their backup quarterback, arguing that he is not a suitable fit for the offense and that there are better options available.
Final NFL Picks and Predictions
The hosts conclude their NFL picks, with each sharing their selections for the upcoming week's games. They discuss their reasoning behind their picks and express their excitement for the upcoming matchups.
Keywords
Brock Purdy
Brock Purdy is a young American football quarterback who currently plays for the San Francisco 49ers. He was drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft and has recently emerged as a key player for the 49ers, known for his ability to make deep passes and lead the team to success.
Kyler Murray
Kyler Murray is an American football quarterback who plays for the Arizona Cardinals. He is known for his athleticism, speed, and ability to make plays both in and out of the pocket. He was drafted first overall in the 2019 NFL Draft and has been a key player for the Cardinals.
Kyle Shanahan
Kyle Shanahan is an American football coach who is currently the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. He is known for his innovative offensive schemes and his ability to develop quarterbacks. He has been credited with helping to develop Brock Purdy's skills.
Under-center runs
A running play where the quarterback lines up directly behind the center, offering a more traditional and powerful running approach compared to shotgun formations.
Play action
A deceptive offensive strategy where the quarterback fakes a handoff to a running back, drawing the defense in before throwing a pass to a receiver.
Tight window throws
Passes thrown into a small space between defenders, requiring exceptional accuracy and timing from the quarterback.
Scrambling quarterback
A quarterback who is adept at escaping pressure and extending plays with their legs, often creating opportunities for themselves or their receivers.
Blitz
A defensive strategy where multiple defenders rush the quarterback simultaneously, aiming to disrupt the passing play and force a quick throw or a sack.
Cover one
A defensive coverage scheme where one defender is responsible for covering a specific receiver, leaving other defenders to cover the remaining receivers.
Q&A
What are the key storylines for Week 5 of the NFL season?
The Buffalo Bills' struggles, the Houston Texans' offensive woes, and the Bengals' inability to stop the Ravens' run game are some of the key storylines for Week 5.
How has the Ravens' offense changed under Todd Munkin?
The Ravens have shifted to a more traditional under-center running game, emphasizing downhill runs and utilizing Derek Henry as their lead back.
What are the Bengals' biggest weaknesses on defense?
The Bengals have struggled to stop the run, particularly against teams that utilize gap schemes and misdirection.
What is the biggest challenge for the Cowboys' offense against the Steelers?
The Steelers' defense is designed to shut down Mike McCarthy's offense by taking away the run on first down and creating third-and-long situations.
What are the key factors to watch in the Cardinals-49ers game?
The 49ers' pass rush and the Cardinals' ability to run the ball will be key factors in this matchup. The health of Fred Warner will also be a significant factor.
What is the biggest difference between Kyler Murray and Brock Purdy?
Kyler Murray is a more dynamic and athletic quarterback with a higher ceiling, while Brock Purdy has been incredibly efficient and effective in a more conservative offense.
Is Brock Purdy's success solely due to the 49ers' system, or does he possess genuine talent?
The hosts debate whether Purdy's success is solely due to the 49ers' system or if he possesses genuine talent. They acknowledge the influence of Kyle Shanahan's coaching but argue that Purdy's success goes beyond the system, highlighting his ability to complete passes and lead his team to touchdowns.
How does Kyler Murray compare to Brock Purdy as a football player?
The hosts believe that Kyler Murray is a better football player than Brock Purdy, despite Purdy's recent success. They argue that Murray's talent and experience give him an edge, even though Purdy has been playing better this season.
Why are the hosts critical of the Dolphins' decision to keep Tyler Huntley as their backup quarterback?
The hosts criticize the Dolphins' decision to keep Tyler Huntley as their backup quarterback, arguing that he is not a suitable fit for the offense and that there are better options available. They question the team's strategy and the lack of a reliable backup.
Show Notes
Sheil, Steven, and Diante return to analyze and discuss some of their favorite upcoming matchups in the Week 5 NFL slate, including Bills-Texans (2:15 ), Ravens-Bengals (9:06 ), and Cowboys-Steelers (22:20 ). They then survey the rest of the weekend games and share their favorite betting odds (42:58 ).
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Hosts: Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee
Producer: Chris Sutton
Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal and Conor Nevins
Production Assistance: Daniel Comer
Social: Troy Farkas
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