NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal 2025 NFL Week 14 Late and Primetime Games Preview with Bill Barnwell
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Dec 4, 2025 Bill Barnwell, an ESPN writer known for his deep NFL insights, joins Gregg Rosenthal to preview the intriguing late and primetime games of Week 14. They dive into the Bears' turnover-driven defense against the Packers, assessing how mismatches could play out. The duo also discusses the Eagles' resilience despite recent struggles, and how the Chargers could exploit vulnerability in their defense. Barnwell breaks down the Texans' innovative offensive strategies, and the challenge faced by the Rams' pass rush against the Cardinals. It's a tactical breakdown you won't want to miss!
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Barnwell’s Busy Podcast Day
- Bill Barnwell joked he is the defining NFL writer of his own household and hosted multiple podcast appearances that day.
- Gregg Rosenthal referenced Bill's earlier appearance to introduce him on the show.
Bears Defense Is Turnover-Dependent
- The Bears' defense heavily relies on forced turnovers to succeed because they're 29th in points allowed per non-turnover drive.
- That matchup problem is amplified against the Packers, who have only seven giveaways all season.
Caleb Williams’ Accuracy Is Game-Flow Sensitive
- Caleb Williams makes many safe decisions but also posts a high off-target rate, especially under pressure (37.8%).
- Game flow matters: if the Bears fall behind, Williams' accuracy issues and pass rush exposure could doom them.