PFT Live with Mike Florio Early look at Packers-Bears and Chargers-Patriots + Final power rankings for 2025 season (1/7 Hour 2)
Jan 7, 2026
Get ready for some thrilling playoff previews! The hosts dive into the Packers-Bears wild-card clash, analyzing injuries and quarterback readiness. They propose creative offensive strategies and reflect on team psyches. The final power rankings for the 2025 season spark debate over team placements. Plus, a juicy look at the Chargers-Patriots matchup unfolds, with a focus on weather factors and home-field advantages. They also discuss Kirk Cousins' contract overhaul and speculate on his future in the quarterback market.
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Use NFL Plus To Avoid Multiple Subs
- Get NFL Plus to access games regardless of streaming platform.
- Use it as a 'cheat code' to avoid subscribing to multiple services for out-of-market games.
Use A Wildcard QB Package
- Use Malik Willis in packages to disrupt opponent preparation and create mismatches.
- For playoff leverage, integrate designed snaps for Willis rather than relying solely on Jordan Love's returns from injury.
One Player Shifted Their Defense
- Losing Micah Parsons drastically changed the Packers' defensive identity and results.
- His absence turned a four-game winning team into a unit that hasn't won since the injury.