In this special Thanksgiving episode, Nate Tice and Charles McDonald dive into a packed Week 13 slate with major playoff implications. From explosive performances to key matchups, they break down the week’s best games, including the Philadelphia Eagles’ high-flying offense, the Baltimore Ravens’ stellar coaching, and a Thanksgiving Day matchup between the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions, plus a potential snow game for the Miami Dolphins in Green Bay.
Charles gives his thoughts on the Eagles’ thrilling win over the Los Angeles Rams, noting that while Philly’s offense wasn’t overly efficient, their ability to generate explosive play made the difference. Meanwhile, the Ravens continue to prove their status as a playoff contender, with the two hosts highlighting Derrick Henry’s second-half dominance in a win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Thanksgiving games are also on the agenda, with a look at the Bears versus the Lions. Can Chicago’s offense find consistency after a rare strong performance, or will the Lions’ defense suffocate them? They also break down the Dolphins in the snow against the Green Bay Packers, discussing Miami’s offensive firepower, the cold weather challenge and how the Packers defense could take advantage of the Dolphins’ struggles with the run game. The duo also reports on the Chargers taking on the Atlanta Falcons, who are coming off a brutal loss to Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos.
Other Week 13 matchups include a deep dive into the Arizona Cardinals vs. the Minnesota Vikings, with Nate highlighting Minnesota’s defense against pulling blockers and Arizona’s surprisingly good defense. Meanwhile, Charles and Nate give their thoughts on Eagles vs. Ravens, with the showdown between Lamar Jackson and the Eagles defense set to be the hoss fight of the week.
Finally, the San Francisco 49ers and Buffalo Bills are discussed, with Charles hoping Brock Purdy will play and get San Francisco back into shape, although both Charles and Nate agree that the Bills’ defensive speed and offensive depth are probably too much will be for the 49ers to deal with.
(3:15) Eagles vs. Rams Takeaways
(7:20) Ravens vs. Chargers Takeaways
(11:20) Bears @ Lions preview
(21:55) Dolphins @ Packers preview
(35:50) Preview of Chargers @ Falcons
(44:50) Cardinals @ Vikings preview
(59:45) Eagles @ Ravens preview
(1:09:55) 49ers @ Bills preview
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