The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 12 Preview: Colts-Chiefs is the Game of the Week, but not in the way we expected
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Nov 21, 2025 This week, the focus shifts to the surprising Colts leading their division and the Chiefs facing playoff desperation. The hosts analyze the Chiefs’ struggles in close games, revealing deeper defensive issues. They dive into matchups like Buccaneers-Rams, discussing Tampa's offensive decline due to injuries. A look at Steelers-Bears and Panthers-49ers highlights key player performances. Plus, they explore Cam Ward's potential against a tough Seahawks defense and suggest a pause on Vikings talk until they show improvement.
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Chiefs' Close-Game Edge Has Vanished
- The Chiefs are in an unusually precarious spot despite recent dynastic success.
- Kansas City's stretch of close losses has flipped their usual late-game advantage into a liability.
Colts Offense Extremely Efficient
- The Colts' offense ranks among the most efficient by first-down creation.
- That efficiency makes them a credible threat even if Daniel Jones regresses some weeks.
Blitzing And Pressure Problems Explain Chiefs Slide
- The Chiefs' blitz effectiveness and multi-rusher pressure have cratered this season.
- Their inability to generate consistent unblocked pressures explains many narrow losses.