The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny Lamar Jackson is Back, Son! Previewing Every Week 8 Game
Oct 23, 2025
Dan Pizzuta, an NFL analyst and writer, joins to break down Week 8 matchups with insights and predictions. They dive into how the Chargers plan to pressure Carson Wentz and whether the Vikings' blitz strategy can slow Justin Herbert. The conversation pivots to Lamar Jackson's return, analyzing his impact against the Bears. They also discuss the Panthers' ground game against the Bills' weak run defense, and evaluate the quick-passing game of the Steelers against the Packers' rush. Expect plenty of strategy insights and intriguing storylines each game!
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Wentz Falls Apart With Extended Dropbacks
- Carson Wentz collapses when forced to hold the ball longer than three seconds and becomes turnover-prone.
- Forcing extended dropbacks yields sacks, poor on-target rate, and disastrous QBR for Wentz.
Pressure Wentz Early And Often
- Make Carson Wentz hold the ball and get home with pressure to force mistakes.
- Chargers should exploit Wentz's pocket issues by generating timely pressures, not just show blitzes.
Pressure Completely Breaks Tua
- Tua Tagovailoa collapses under pressure, averaging the worst yards per attempt when pressured.
- Simulated or replacement pressure works better than constant blitzes to rattle him.