PTI Most Intriguing Storylines in the NFL
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Aug 21, 2025 
Join sports journalist Frank Isola and ESPN analyst Mina Kimes as they dive into the electrifying world of the NFL. They tackle pressing quarterback dilemmas faced by teams like the Steelers and Giants, alongside the impact of preseason play. Harbaugh's controversies and the Michigan sign-stealing saga spark a lively debate, while they also touch on veteran choices shaping team futures. Plus, don’t miss the celebration of Mike Evans’ impressive career milestones!
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Giants' Risky Quarterback Crossroads
- The Giants face a precarious QB choice: Russell Wilson offers competence but inconsistency while rookie Jackson Dart pressures the job.
- Early tough schedule and a shaky O-line make benching Wilson for Dart a complicated, likely loud decision.
Rodgers' Preseason Absence Raises Questions
- Aaron Rodgers skipping the preseason follows his usual pattern but raises questions about his readiness with new teammates in Pittsburgh.
- Frank Isola notes Rodgers wasn't elite the last two seasons, so absence can magnify optimism about his impact.
Absence Can Mask Recent Decline
- Mina Kimes warns that absence can create rosy narratives that ignore Aaron Rodgers' recent decline in key metrics.
- Recent stats place Rodgers near the bottom in QBR, passer rating, and completion rate over the past two years.