The Pat McAfee Show PMS 2.0 1457 - NFL Week 12 Preview/Picks, TNF Recap, Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning, Broncos QB Bo Nix, Stanford Steve, & AJ Hawk
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Nov 21, 2025 Dan Lanning, the head coach of the Oregon Ducks, shares insights into his team's relentless mentality and preparation for the upcoming USC game. Bo Nix, quarterback for the Denver Broncos, discusses how his college experience has shaped his NFL career and the team's strong defensive identity. College football analyst Stanford Steve provides key betting insights and previews thrilling matchups for the weekend. Together, they dive into pivotal moments from the Texans-Bills game and the broader implications for NFL contenders.
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Texans Defense Changes Game Math
- The Houston Texans' defense is legitimately elite and changes game math by creating constant pressure and chaos for opponents.
- Pat and AJ credit D'Amico Ryans' scheme and players like Will Anderson for Houston's sudden identity shift.
Pat's Pre-Game Intuition Paid Off
- Pat tells how he had a strong intuition to back the Texans before kickoff and kept feeling Texans plus six was 'too obvious' but irresistible.
- That gut call paid off as the Texans executed a defensive masterclass and won outright.
Backup QB Poise Fuels Defensive Success
- Backup quarterback Davis Mills stayed composed and embraced his role, enabling Houston to protect leads and avoid turnovers.
- The Texans paired ball security with relentless pass rush to stifle Josh Allen despite Buffalo's talent.