The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny Bear Down or Up? Evaluating Offseason Moves and Needs
May 7, 2025
Mina is joined by Danny Kelly, a staff writer at The Ringer and fantasy football expert. They dive into the offseason moves of the Bears and Lions, debating whether the Lions effectively boosted their pass rush. The conversation includes a provocative idea: would a Jets and Giants super team dominate the Super Bowl? They also analyze the 49ers' lack of O-line adjustments, the Bengals' draft choices, and assess how various teams have set themselves up for success or failure heading into the season.
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Lions Over-rely on Hutchinson
- The Lions will rely heavily on Aidan Hutchinson for pass rush as they did not significantly add pass rushers in the draft.
- Improving coverage with young corners like DJ Reed might help compensate for the lack of pass rush depth.
Jets-Giants Super Team Defense Dominates
- Combining Jets and Giants' top players creates a defense potentially among the NFL's best.
- The offensive line and quarterback positions remain uncertain, complicating their Super Bowl chances.
Vikings: Strong Roster But Aging Risks
- Vikings roster is strong and well-coached, especially after adding veteran defensive linemen and improving the offensive line.
- Cornerback depth and aging defensive players pose the biggest risks to their championship window.