The Ringer NFL Show Get Serious! Bills' Struggles, Steelers as a Contender, Bears' Playoff Chances, and More.
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Oct 16, 2025 Mike Sando, a National NFL reporter for The Athletic, joins to analyze the early season trends. He debates which two-game losing streak is a bigger concern: the Bills or the Eagles. They explore whether the Bills might trade for a receiver to boost their struggling offense. The discussion moves to the Steelers and Colts, weighing playoff potential. Lastly, Sando supports the Bears for their playoff chances over the Panthers, referencing their consistency and metrics. Plus, they touch on the Troy Aikman-Bears controversy.
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Bills' Doldrums Signal Deeper Concern
- Mike Sando feels the Bills' recent doldrums are more concerning than the Eagles' skid because he senses a lack of spark and hunger.
- He notes Buffalo's underlying metrics are okay but worries the team hasn't gotten over the top yet.
Eagles' Vibe Problems Could Lower Their Floor
- Sheil Kapadia counters that the Eagles' vibes feel off with AJ Brown frustrated and issues on both sides of the ball.
- He worries Philadelphia's floor is lower and a tailspin is more plausible than with Buffalo.
Defense Fixes Aren't Guaranteed For Buffalo
- Mike Sando doubts the Bills' defense will quickly fix its problems because the organization has pulled back after retooling.
- He trusts Philly's ability to regroup but flags uncertainty with their new offensive coordinator.