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Wild Card deep dives: Stroud vs. Herbert, blueprint for Broncos & Rams & more | Football 301

nate tice · Charles McDonald
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In this absolutely packed episode of Football 301, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald break down every matchup heading into Wild Card weekend, offering insights into how playoff contenders are shaping up and which teams might be in trouble. First up is the Los Angeles Chargers at Houston Texans, featuring a crucial QB battle between Justin Herbert and CJ Stroud. Will the Chargers offense—built for a smash-mouth style—be able to dominate the Texans' struggling defense, or will Stroud find a way to get his team back on track despite numerous injuries? Next, the Baltimore Ravens take on the Pittsburgh Steelers, where Russell Wilson will have to hunt for explosive passes to keep up with one of the best offenses in the NFL.

The hosts also tackle the Green Bay Packers vs. Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos. Can Jordan Love rise to the challenge against Philadelphia's elite defense, or will the Eagles' depth prove too much? Meanwhile, the Bills are facing their own struggles against the Broncos, especially on defense, as Nate points out the advantage Denver's screen game might have over Buffalo's shaky defense.

Later, the Washington Commanders face off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with Charles and Nate breaking down what might be a classic hoss fight between two strong units. Can Vita Vea single-handedly shift the game for Tampa Bay? Finally, Nate and Charles dive into the Minnesota Vikings heading south to take on the Los Angeles Rams, where Matthew Stafford has the ingredients to keep up in what could be a shootout.

(2:50) - Los Angeles Chargers @ Houston Texans

(20:35) - Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens

(30:00) - Denver Broncos @ Buffalo Bills

(43:55) - Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

(1:01:40) - Washington Commanders @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

(1:18:40) - Minnesota Vikings @ Los Angeles Rams

Justin Herbert and C.J. Stroud face off on Saturday in the first game of the 2025 NFL playoffs.
Justin Herbert and C.J. Stroud face off on Saturday in the first game of the 2025 NFL playoffs.

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