Week 5 Preview: The first 49ers-Seahawks tilt of the season highlights the slate
Summary
The Athletic Football Show previews Week 5, focusing on the 49ers-Seahawks and Bills-Rams matchups. The hosts analyze how the Niners’ offense must adapt without fullback Kyle Juszczyk against Seattle’s dominant edge rushers, while also praising San Francisco’s revamped defensive pass rush. They discuss the Bills’ new defensive scheme under Jim Leonard and the Rams’ struggles with pure pass protection, noting Matthew Stafford’s increased interceptions. The episode also covers major news, including Lane Johnson’s retirement and Sean Payton taking back play-calling duties for the Broncos.
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Week 5 Preview Intro and Sean Payton News
Seahawks vs 49ers: Offensive Line and Run Game
49ers Offense: Kyle Juszczyk Injury and Mike Evans
49ers Defense: Raheem Morris and Linebackers
Seahawks vs 49ers: Defensive Matchups and Prediction
Bills Defense: Jim Leonardi and Secondary Issues
Rams Offense: Matthew Stafford and Inconsistency
Bills vs Rams: Wide Receiver Matchups and Personnel
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Lane Johnson Retirement and Career Legacy
Eagles Offense: New Era and Playoff Outlook
Broncos: Sean Payton Returns as Play Caller
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Ravens vs Falcons: Run Game and Lamar Jackson
Patriots vs Raiders: Man Coverage and Edge Rush
Colts vs Steelers: Offensive Struggles and Outlook
Packers, Vikings, and Titans: Final Matchups
Outro and Call to Action
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