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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2025 · 40 MIN

The NFL's Top Defenses: Rankings, Player Breakdowns, & Scheme Analysis

from Let's Talk Ball! · host Cody Alexander and Felix Johnson

*Please follow us on YouTube, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple and Spotify.In this episode, we talk about:* Analysis of NFL defensive efficiency using the DVOA metric.* Detailed defensive strategies and player personnel breakdown for key teams like the Seahawks, Chargers, Steelers, and Packers.* Discussion of various defensive coverages, including Zone Coverage, Cover 3, Tampa 2, and Man-Match Quarters.* Insights into how teams are building their defensive rosters and acquiring talent.* The evolving role of defensive linemen, specifically the potential resurgence of the two-gapping nose tackle.Timestamps:0:15 - Open0:44 - 10. Seahawks3:15 - 9. Chargers6:00 - 8. Steelers12:54 - 7. Ravens & 6. Packers14:30 - 5. Lions18:07 - 4. Broncos20:00 - 3. Texans22:50 - 2. Vikings26:07 - 1. Eagles28:30 - Who to watch for in 2025: Cardinals, Patriots, Colts, Bears, Rams—» Join Felix and me each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe, like, and share articles.—© 2025 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

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