NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal Week 17 Recap: Bears-Niners Shootout, Bills-Eagles Rockfight and Ravens Stay Alive
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Dec 29, 2025 The hosts dive into an intense recap of Week 17 NFL action, highlighting a nail-biting Eagles win over the Bills with crucial playoff implications. They discuss Derrick Henry's jaw-dropping performance and the impact of rookie players making waves, like Malik Willis for the Packers. The 49ers' thrilling showdown against the Bears is analyzed, showcasing major plays from Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams. With everything leading up to an exciting Week 18, the stakes are higher than ever as they explore potential playoff scenarios.
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Bills' Late Surge Masked Physical Toll
- The Bills staged a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback but fell one throw short to the Eagles.
- Josh Allen's season-long wear-and-tear and a limping exit made their late push feel physically costly.
Eagles Defense Reclaims Identity
- The Eagles defense delivered a play-for-play Vic Fangio-style shutdown for most of the game.
- Jalen Carter's return and game-changing plays swung momentum and validated the defensive identity.
Rest Stars When Division Hope Is Remote
- Consider resting key starters when division outcomes are unlikely to change and injuries loom.
- Prioritize health over marginal late-season wins to avoid extra playoff risk.