The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 2 preview: Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl rematch tops the slate
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Sep 12, 2025 Week 2 is packed with excitement, featuring a Super Bowl rematch between the Eagles and Chiefs. The episode highlights surprising performances from teams like the Jaguars and Colts. Fans also get to see Justin Herbert face off against Geno Smith in a much-anticipated Monday night showdown. The discussion dives into injuries impacting team strategies and the evolution of offensive tactics. New segments reveal under-the-radar defensive assessments, leaving listeners craving more analysis of the unfolding NFL drama.
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Chiefs Offense Can Bounce Back
- The Chiefs' offense looked limited in Week 1 but personnel absences (Worthy, Rice) explain much of it.
- If Kansas City improves line play and gets Simmons going, the game vs. Eagles could look very different.
Eagles' Defensive Looks Changed
- Eagles' Super Bowl game plan relied on light boxes and secrecy on pressure calls to suffocate the Chiefs.
- Week 1 showed heavier boxes and run-defense creases that Kansas City might try to exploit.
Chiefs Defense Isn't What It Was
- Chiefs defense appears less dominant early, raising questions about personnel and pass rush.
- Spags' unit may need to resurrect earlier aggressive blitz formulas to hide secondary weaknesses.