Avoiding a Rinse & Repeat Cycle on Run Defense | Carl Banks Masterclass

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 preview 00:00:25 — Giants: Refocusing after 49ers loss 00:00:35 — Key defensive concern: Stop the run 00:01:14 — Defensive scheme tweaks and execution issues 00:02:36 — Improving execution, communication breakdowns 00:03:38 — Strategies for defending rub routes 00:04:23 — Toss crack run play and defensive struggles 00:06:04 — Analysis of Chicago’s blocking strategy 00:09:09 — Using physicality to stop wide receiver blocks 00:10:15 — Adjusting defensive strategy for last eight games 00:10:36 — Bears’ rookie running back threat 00:10:48 — Chicago’s legit receiving corps 00:11:51 — Giants need to execute with more freedom 00:12:20 — Bears’ quarterback mobility and defensive approach 00:13:38 — Bears QB: Longest time to throw, under pressure 00:14:27 — Defensive coverage: Limiting big passing plays 00:15:19 — Special teams importance and recent struggles 00:16:12 — Special teams: Opportunity for young players 00:17:06 — Effort and hunger on kick coverage units 00:17:37 — Kicker injury concerns 00:18:05 — Giants’ offensive progress 00:19:22 — Bears lead NFL in takeaways 00:20:29 — Attention to ball security, receiver detail 00:21:02 — QB Dart: Balancing playmaking and risk 00:22:04 — Growth and learning for Giants QB 00:22:41 — Offensive mindset going into Chicago 00:23:19 — Defensive adjustments: Stopping edge and inside runs 00:24:01 — Defensive linemen: Get off blocks, pursue the ball 00:25:16 — Defensive mentality: Pursue and make plays 00:26:23 — Injury report: Possible returns on defense 00:26:34 — Bears early-game offensive sharpness 00:27:43 — Defending Caleb Williams 00:28:05 — Bears scripting to target Giants’ weaknesses 00:29:53 — Execution vs. coaching responsibility 00:30:40 — Simplifying defense for better execution 00:31:44 — Using film and formation analysis as preparation 00:32:58 — Importance of formation tips and communication 00:33:53 — Inside run defensive film prep 00:34:47 — Fan question: Why haven’t adjustments happened earlier? 00:35:19 — Importance of player initiative, not just leadership 00:38:31 — Defensive strategies: Tackling toss crack, play the play 00:41:27 — Packing the paint, stopping ‘layups’ early 00:42:00 —  Dart’s rookie touchdown record 00:43:08 — Tyrone Tracy: Asking more of offensive players 00:44:16 —Singetary steady performance 00:45:02 — Bears offensive physicality, tackling emphasis 00:46:13 — Tyler Nubin’s hesitancy at safety 00:47:47 — Defensive coaching: Unlocking aggression 00:48:02 — Nubin possibly losing a bit of confidence 00:49:07 — Information overload and freeing defensive play 00:50:57 — 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.

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