The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Looking backward and forward for this season's second-year quarterbacks
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Jun 27, 2025 The podcast dives into the journeys of first-round quarterbacks in their second NFL season. It highlights the struggles and growth of players like Caleb Williams and Jaden Daniels. The hosts discuss the importance of effective coaching and how psychological factors impact performance. Listeners can expect insights on how these quarterbacks handle blitzes and grow under pressure. Comparisons between second-year stars and rookies reveal optimism for the future of the league's quarterback landscape.
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Caleb Williams' Rookie Struggles
- Caleb Williams struggled with balancing quick decision-making and patience in his rookie season.
- His inconsistency stemmed largely from a lack of confidence and clarity in his reads.
Williams' Deep Throw Challenges
- Caleb Williams had one of the poorest EPA per dropback metrics on throws beyond five yards last season.
- His performance was historically bad but improved somewhat in the latter part of the season.
Jaden Daniels' Poised Rookie Year
- Jaden Daniels displayed rare rookie-level readiness with exceptional pocket awareness and blitz handling.
- His scramble ability and field vision combine for a high floor as an NFL quarterback.