A comprehensive NFC West preview breaking down how defensive structures evolve to counter Shanahan and McVay system variations. Explore film-grounded scheme analysis on Raheem Morris's 49ers defense, Mike Macdonald's Seahawks secondary rotations, and the Rams' front-five pressure mechanics. Get the data proof points, front-box breakdowns, and technical techniques you need ahead of the upcoming NFL season.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - NFC West Overview: McVay-Shanahan Lineage vs. Mike Macdonald
01:34 - Arizona Cardinals: Offseason Moves, Defensive Outlook & Tanking Predictions
06:15 - San Francisco 49ers: Defensive System Under Raheem Morris & Offense Shift
14:06 - Seattle Seahawks: Post-Super Bowl Secondary Concerns & Front Four Analysis
20:40 - Los Angeles Rams: “All-In” Moves with Garrett & McDuffie, Ty Simpson Pick & Future Outlook
30:41 - NFC West Schedule Breakdown: 49ers/Rams Travel & Early Season Trajectories
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