Episode Details

Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz are joined by Ted Nguyen for a deep dive into the NFL's best defenses. They look at the defenses for the Vikings, Seahawks, Texans and Eagles and discuss what makes each defensive unit unique. They also break down base coverage vs. nickel, man coverage vs. zone, and the importance of versatility before giving their expectations for the new and improved Rams' defense next season and listing other defenses they could see improving.

0:00 Intro

1:33 Defensive vs. offensive coaches

4:11 Vikings' defense

8:01 Seahawks' defense

12:29 How the Seahawks and Texans prevent big plays

21:22 Texans' defense

26:25 Chiefs' defense

28:52 Eagles' defense

35:16 Importance of coach continuity

44:54 Rams' defense

48:51 Man coverage in today's NFL

51:17 How personnel dictates scheme

55:39 Broncos' defense

1:00:00 Defenses that could evolve next season

1:05:31 Maxx Crosby trade thoughts

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