The Ringer NFL Show Preseason Week 1 QB Review, Best NFL Teams of the Quarter Century, and More
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Aug 13, 2025 The hosts dive into the exciting performances of young quarterbacks from the preseason, highlighting standout debuts like Shedeur Sanders. They analyze the challenges and potential of rookies, discussing their strengths and weaknesses while expressing cautious optimism. The conversation shifts to an engaging debate over the best NFL teams of the last quarter-century, spotlighting iconic matchups and legendary legacies. The hosts also compare the tactical brilliance of the 2004 Patriots with the 2013 Seahawks, encouraging listeners to vote for their favorite team.
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Shedeur's Pocket Craft Shines With Precision Concerns
- Shedeur Sanders showed quarterback fundamentals: moving in pocket, resetting feet, and delivering on intermediate throws during his debut.
- Concern remains about his overall precision and late releases when pressured, limiting his margin for error.
Touchdowns Don't Equal Efficiency
- Steven warns Shedeur's stat line masks efficiency issues: low yards-per-attempt and slightly negative EPA in the preseason sample.
- The hosts argue the Nike-level reaction was overblown given those underlying metrics.
Cam Ward's Timing And Ridley Chemistry Stand Out
- Cam Ward displayed anticipation and target fixation on Calvin Ridley while flashing arm talent and intermediate accuracy.
- Persistent footwork and base issues could reduce his accuracy in tighter NFL windows.