In this episode of Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down the Giants’ preparations as they get ready to face the Chicago Bears. They reflect on the Giants’ recent struggles, particularly their issues stopping the run and defending against the toss crack play that continues to burn them week after week. The conversation dives deep into defensive responsibilities, emphasizing the need for more physicality and smarter play recognition. They also touch on the offensive side, highlighting improvements in offensive line play and the continued growth of Jaxson Dart , while stressing the importance of ball security against a Bears defense that leads the league in takeaways. Special teams and tackling are also discussed as crucial factors, especially with challenging weather conditions expected in Chicago.
00:00:19 — Giants travel to Chicago, Bears preview00:00:25 — Giants: Refocusing after 49ers loss00:00:35 — Key defensive concern: Stop the run00:01:14 — Defensive scheme tweaks and execution issues00:02:36 — Improving execution, communication breakdowns00:03:38 — Strategies for defending rub routes00:04:23 — Toss crack run play and defensive struggles00:06:04 — Analysis of Chicago’s blocking strategy00:09:09 — Using physicality to stop wide receiver blocks00:10:15 — Adjusting defensive strategy for last eight games00:10:36 — Bears’ rookie running back threat00:10:48 — Chicago’s legit receiving corps00:11:51 — Giants need to execute with more freedom00:12:20 — Bears’ quarterback mobility and defensive approach00:13:38 — Bears QB: Longest time to throw, under pressure00:14:27 — Defensive coverage: Limiting big passing plays00:15:19 — Special teams importance and recent struggles00:16:12 — Special teams: Opportunity for young players00:17:06 — Effort and hunger on kick coverage units00:17:37 — Kicker injury concerns00:18:05 — Giants’ offensive progress00:19:22 — Bears lead NFL in takeaways00:20:29 — Attention to ball security, receiver detail00:21:02 — QB Dart: Balancing playmaking and risk00:22:04 — Growth and learning for Giants QB00:22:41 — Offensive mindset going into Chicago00:23:19 — Defensive adjustments: Stopping edge and inside runs00:24:01 — Defensive linemen: Get off blocks, pursue the ball00:25:16 — Defensive mentality: Pursue and make plays00:26:23 — Injury report: Possible returns on defense00:26:34 — Bears early-game offensive sharpness00:27:43 — Defending Caleb Williams00:28:05 — Bears scripting to target Giants’ weaknesses00:29:53 — Execution vs. coaching responsibility00:30:40 — Simplifying defense for better execution00:31:44 — Using film and formation analysis as preparation00:32:58 — Importance of formation tips and communication00:33:53 — Inside run defensive film prep00:34:47 — Fan question: Why haven’t adjustments happened earlier?00:35:19 — Importance of player initiative, not just leadership00:38:31 — Defensive strategies: Tackling toss crack, play the play00:41:27 — Packing the paint, stopping ‘layups’ early00:42:00 — Dart’s rookie touchdown record00:43:08 — Tyrone Tracy: Asking more of offensive players00:44:16 —Singetary steady performance00:45:02 — Bears offensive physicality, tackling emphasis00:46:13 — Tyler Nubin’s hesitancy at safety00:47:47 — Defensive coaching: Unlocking aggression00:48:02 — Nubin possibly losing a bit of confidence00:49:07 — Information overload and freeing defensive play00:50:57 — Preparing for bad weather in Chicago Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.