The Ringer NFL Show The Packers Are on Fraud Watch, and Who Will Surprise in the AFC?
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Sep 29, 2025 Diante Lee, an insightful NFL analyst, joins to dissect the aftermath of the closely fought Packers-Cowboys tie. He shares critical thoughts on why the Packers might be on fraud watch, highlighting concerns about their clock management and defense. The conversation shifts to the AFC, where Diante argues it’s brimming with potential surprise teams—daring to mention the Chargers and Colts as dark horses. They also evaluate the hype around Jackson Dart and delve into a fiery confrontation between coaches Cohen and Saleh. It's a must-listen for football fans!
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Packers' Late-Game Breakdowns Are Concerning
- The Packers displayed glaring late-game execution issues on offense and defense that feel immature for a contender.
- Sheil and Diante agree the performance is alarming but likely an early-season aberration rather than proof of fraud.
Cowboys' Execution, Not Just Packers' Collapse
- Diante credits Dallas's game plan and Dak Prescott's pocket awareness for exploiting Green Bay's issues more than raw Packers' collapse.
- He stresses the Packers need a sustained run game to keep Jordan Love from facing excessive dropbacks and pressure.
AFC Still Looks Top-Heavy Early
- Sheil still views the AFC as top-heavy with the Bills, Chiefs, and Ravens despite several early surprises.
- He sees the Chiefs' offensive showing at Baltimore as a reminder of their ceiling and remains bullish on them in the conference.