cover of episode Week 3 preview: Stroud vs. Brian Flores, Saints get tested, Harbaugh vs. Steelers D

Week 3 preview: Stroud vs. Brian Flores, Saints get tested, Harbaugh vs. Steelers D

2024/9/20
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The Chargers' commitment to a run-first offense, featuring frequent use of 22 personnel (two running backs, two tight ends, and one receiver), faces a significant test against the Steelers' robust defense. The Steelers' defensive line, led by Cameron Heyward, and a revitalized secondary present a challenge to the Chargers' offensive strategy.
  • Chargers lead the league in 22 personnel usage, averaging over 5 yards per play.
  • Steelers defense features a strong front seven and improved secondary play, posing a challenge to the Chargers' rushing attack.

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Nate Tice is joined by Charles McDonald to discuss their favorite matchups to watch for NFL Week 3. The duo start with the Los Angeles Chargers against the Pittsburgh Steelers, as Jim Harbaugh will face his first real test for his run-first offense. Next up the New Orleans Saints take on the Philadelphia Eagles, and Charles wonders if Philly can make OC Clint Kubiak actually think on the fly. C.J. Stroud vs. Brian Flores' Minnesota defense will be a great matchup to watch, and Derek Stingley Jr. vs. Justin Jefferson on the other side is must-see TV. The Arizona Cardinals have to face a real NFL offensive line this week in the Detroit Lions, and the Cardinals defense is doing some interesting stuff pre-play.

Nate and Charles finish up with some four-minute offense, as the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys compete in the "you good?" bowl, and the Atlanta Falcons try to improve on their Week 2 performance by taking on the Kansas City Chiefs.

(3:35) Los Angeles Chargers @ Pittsburgh Steelers

(19:45) Philadelphia Eagles @ New Orleans Saints

(33:50) Houston Texans @ Minnesota Vikings

(43:45) Detroit Lions @ Arizona Cardinals

(55:35) Four-minute offense: Ravens @ Cowboys, Chiefs @ Falcons

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