The Ringer Fantasy Football Show Week 13 Preview: Texans-Colts, Banged Up Baker, Vikings vs. Darnold, and Craig Sings Creed
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Nov 27, 2025 The hosts delve into the highly anticipated Texans-Colts matchup, analyzing Houston's elite defense. They discuss injury concerns for Baker Mayfield and the impact on the Buccaneers. Sam Darnold's return is spotlighted, alongside critiques of Trevor Lawrence's performance. The ongoing injury wave across the league raises anxiety levels for fantasy players. Amidst all the football chatter, there's a delightful detour as they reminisce about 90s music and Creed, adding a fun twist to the preview.
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Texans Defense: The Platonic Ideal
- The Texans defense is currently the NFL's platonic ideal, excelling at every level and 'swarming' to the ball.
- Their secondary and edge duo make it extremely difficult for offenses to generate consistent big plays.
Colts Falling Back To Reality
- The Colts' early-season aura has faded as Daniel Jones' sack rate regressed back to historical norms.
- Indianapolis still looks competent but not the historically dominant unit some early comparisons suggested.
Brock Purdy's Toe Issue Is Real
- Brock Purdy is visibly limited by his toe/plant-foot issue, which reduces his throwing power and mobility.
- San Francisco's easier immediate schedule masks a genuine concern about Purdy's long-term effectiveness.