The Ringer NFL Show Fraud Watch: Harsh Truths About the Bears, Steelers, and Jaguars!
Oct 29, 2025
Austin Gayle, an insightful NFL writer and analyst, joins Sheil to dissect the 2023 NFL season's most questionable teams. They dive into the overrated Chicago Bears, highlighting their reliance on turnovers and defensive flaws. Next, they analyze the struggling Pittsburgh Steelers, whose record masks alarming defensive issues. Lastly, the duo evaluates the talent-laden yet inconsistent Jacksonville Jaguars, discussing their potential as contenders. They also touch on Lamar Jackson's return and its implications for the Ravens. Tune in for some enlightening NFL truths!
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Bears' Winning Record Masks Defensive Holes
- The Bears' record is propped up by extreme turnover luck rather than sustainable defense.
- Their defense ranks near the bottom by most metrics and can't rely on continuing high turnover rates.
Turnover Reliance Is No Substitute For Pass Rush
- Chicago leads the league with 16 turnovers forced but those are noisy and situational.
- The Bears rank poorly in pressure rate and pass defense metrics, exposing regression risk.
Caleb Williams: Electric Upside, Erratic Delivery
- Caleb Williams shows elite upside mixed with frequent inconsistency and inaccuracy.
- His highs are special but his game-to-game roller coaster limits how much he can compensate for defensive shortcomings now.