The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny An NFC West Side Story: Previewing Week 16
Dec 18, 2025
Mina welcomes Aaron Schatz, a football analyst renowned for his DVOA metrics, to delve into the thrilling matchups of NFL Week 16. They dissect key storylines, from the Rams-Seahawks defensive showdown to the implications of Lane Johnson's status for the Eagles. Aaron assesses quarterback matchups, including Gardner Minshew’s potential in Reid’s system, while also analyzing the Texans' rising offense and their efficiency against the Raiders. It’s a comprehensive breakdown of strategies, predictions, and matchup insights, perfect for any football fan!
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Seahawks Defense vs Rams' Tight Ends
- Seattle's defense has been historically elite recently while their offense has cooled since Week 10.
- Aaron Schatz notes Seattle ranks highly in DVOA vs 13 personnel, making them tough on Rams' tight-end heavy sets.
Darnold Falters Against Pressure And Disguise
- Sam Darnold's play has declined since Week 11 when defenses increased disguised coverage and interior pressure.
- Mina Kimes emphasizes Darnold struggles holding the ball and success falling against pressure and confusing coverages.
Put The Quarterback On The Move
- Move the pocket and use bootlegs to punish Rams' inside-focused pressures.
- Mina recommends Sam Darnold attack edges to exploit soft rush lanes on the interior.