The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 7 recap: The Colts and Rams lead the way with big wins in impressive fashion
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Oct 20, 2025 The Colts and Rams delivered stunning victories that sparked a debate over whose win was more impressive. A wild finish saw the Broncos pull off a dramatic comeback against the Giants, while the Packers faced consistency issues despite their win. Jalen Hurts showcased new passing dynamics for the Eagles, and the Commanders' future looks bleak after a heavy loss. The Dolphins appear to be hitting rock bottom, and the Raiders' offensive struggles have raised serious questions. Highlights included standout moments from players like J.C. Horn and Micah Parsons.
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Variance Can Mask Offensive Flaws
- The Broncos' 33-point fourth quarter was a reminder that late-game variance can overshadow three quarters of poor play.
- Robert Mays warns wins from lucky sequences don't mean sustainable offensive competence.
Packers Convert Long Third Downs, Not Short Ones
- The Packers lead the NFL in third-down conversion rate due to an absurd success on long third downs.
- Robert Mays notes they are poor on third-and-short, creating frustrating inconsistency.
Colts' Balance Makes Them Legitimate Contenders
- The Colts display balanced, repeatable offensive success across personnel groups and play-action.
- Dave Helman argues this balance makes Indianapolis one of the AFC's most complete teams.