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Originally Posted by tredadda
I actually like how KCs defense matches up to the Eagles offense. KC can commit more to stopping the run because they have a secondary that can hold up well in coverage. It can’t be understated that McDuffie, Karlaftis, Williams, Watson, Cook, and Chenel were all rookies in the 22 Super Bowl. They have all improved and all of that experience will continue to pay dividends in this game.
On offense if they can keep Mahomes upright and limit turnovers they should be able to move the ball well as Reid is very familiar with the Fangio defense. They will just have to punch it in when they get into the red zone vs settling for FGs. Hope they really utilize Hopkins and his ability to catch almost anything down there in this game.
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I like it, too. KC has a big and physical DL (this is where having guys who can set the edge and hold up against the run but aren't super bendy pays off) and pretty good depth.
And the LB corps is really good against the run. Having a SLB who is an absolute freak speed-strength guy who loves contact like Chenal is also helpful, as is Bolton's ability to come downhill and shoot gaps. Everyone does his job, too - you don't see much freelancing.
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Originally Posted by DJ's left nut
Kelce sticking it to Houston was fantastic because if absolutely nothing else comes of it, it re-established him as a credible threat that teams have to be prepared to focus on.
Buffalo obviously did and it opened things up for Worthy and Hollywood.
Putting that on tape was enormous for us.
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Yeah, that was big. If the Eagles try to cover him with Baun or Burks or Gardner-Johnson straight up, or don't dedicate extra resources, he can still put guys in the blender.