The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 5 Hangover: The Patriots break through, the Lions cruise past the Bengals, and the Saints get their first win
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Oct 7, 2025 The Patriots pulled off a stunning upset against the Bills, showcasing a brilliant defensive game plan. Meanwhile, the Lions ran circles around the Bengals, exploiting their mistakes and enhancing their offensive strategies. The Saints finally found their rhythm against the Giants, capitalizing on key turnovers. The hosts also fielded questions from frustrated fans lamenting their teams' woes, from the Ravens' coaching conundrum to the Jets' struggles. Insightful analysis and a dash of humor make for an engaging recap of the NFL's Week 5 drama.
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Patriots Disrupted Bills Rhythm
- The Patriots disrupted Buffalo by forcing methodical drives and leaning on man coverage to limit explosiveness.
- Turnovers and false starts turned plausible Buffalo drives into game-changing swings for New England.
Man Coverage Was A Key Strategy
- New England played nearly 40% man coverage and dared Buffalo to win one-on-one matchups.
- That strategy paid off because Buffalo lacked consistent one-on-one winners and relied on Josh Allen scramble plays for chunk gains.
Maye’s Timing And Spacing Stood Out
- Drake Maye showed advanced spacing and timing with receivers like Stefon Diggs to create chunks vs. zone defenses.
- Designed split-back looks and play-action created pocket time and clear throwing windows for Maye.