The article previews the Week 17 matchup between the Eagles and Bills, highlighting key storylines such as the Eagles' desire to maintain momentum, how to contain Josh Allen and James Cook, the impact of injuries and weather conditions, and the Eagles' strong rushing game. It emphasizes the strategic chess match between coaches and players in a potentially challenging weather environment.
Nebraska aims for its first winning season since 2016 in 2025, facing UCLA with a new quarterback TJ Lateef after Dylan Raiola's injury. UCLA's Nico Iamaleava, a talented but inconsistent QB, leads a strong rushing attack, while Nebraska's Emmett Johnson is expected to be a key player. The game is expected to be a typical Big Ten-style matchup with both teams excelling at running but struggling defensively, and Nebraska's success likely hinges on Johnson's performance.
The Miami Dolphins, after a poor start to the season, achieved a significant 34-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 8, largely thanks to a strong rushing game led by De'Von Achane and rookie Ollie Gordon II. This win suggests that if Miami can sustain their improved run game, they might turn their season around from their 2-6 record.
BYU has a strong rushing game and a solid pass defense, which could give them an edge against Utah, but they struggle with pass rush and redzone efficiency, making this a very close and competitive game.
The New England Patriots, currently leading the AFC East, are exploring potential trades for running backs due to concerns about their ground game, with several teams and players like Breece Hall and Alvin Kamara being considered as options before the November 4 trade deadline.
The Dallas Cowboys' situation with rookie running back Jaydon Blue remains confusing as he continues to be a healthy scratch despite strong practice performance and meeting benchmarks, while veteran Miles Sanders underperforms, highlighting Blue's potential to boost the team's rushing game.
The Detroit Lions achieved a historic rushing performance with their duo Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, setting an NFL record by both scoring multiple rushing touchdowns in a game, leading to a victory over the Baltimore Ravens in a high-scoring shootout.
ASU football secured a 34-15 victory over Texas State, with improved offensive efficiency led by Sam Leavitt and a strong rushing game, while the defense performed its best this season with multiple sacks and forced turnovers, providing a positive outlook before conference play.
Auburn defeated Baylor 38-24 in a thrilling college football game, relying on a strong rushing attack and key plays from quarterback Jackson Arnold to secure the victory despite Baylor's big passing game and comeback efforts.
The Detroit Lions have become known for their effective third-down rushing attack, which has been a key factor in their 10-1 record this season. This strategy not only helps them convert crucial plays but also sets up easier fourth-down opportunities, making it a core part of their game plan and identity.
The New York Jets face a crucial game against the Arizona Cardinals, with a focus on improving their rushing attack. Despite high-profile storylines surrounding players like Aaron Rodgers, the key to victory lies in the performance of the Jets' interior offensive line. With starting guards John Simpson and Alijah Vera-Tucker returning, the Jets have a prime opportunity to exploit the Cardinals' weak interior run defense, which has allowed the highest success rate on runs between the tackles in the NFL.
Tennessee football defeats Kentucky in a 33-27 victory, relying on their rushing attack and dominating on the ground with 254 rushing yards. Despite Kentucky's success through the air, Tennessee's defense made critical fourth down stops. Devin Leary had a standout performance, throwing for 373 yards and two touchdowns. The Vols also found success with long, explosive touchdowns, compensating for their struggles in the red zone.
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy is focused on stopping the Kansas Jayhawks' potent rushing attack, which utilizes triple option concepts. The Jayhawks have found success in recent weeks by incorporating different types of run plays and moving blockers around to confuse defenses. Gundy acknowledges the challenge of preparing for KU's unique offense, especially after giving up significant rushing yards to them in a loss last season. Kansas has a chance to become bowl eligible by defeating Oklahoma State for the second consecutive year, but they'll need to tighten up their defense on the road.
The San Francisco 49ers, who have dominated their opponents through three games, will face their first real challenge against the Arizona Cardinals' strong rushing attack led by James Conner. The 49ers' run defense, which hasn't been heavily tested yet, will need to step up against the Cardinals' balanced offensive approach. Head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledges the threat and emphasizes the need for his team to be on top of their game.
Madden NFL 24 will bring back the Superstar mode and Rushing Attack while scrapping Face of the Franchise and The Yard. The game will also feature a new mode called Superstar Showdown, a three-on-three arcade-style game. The developers have focused on improving gameplay across all modes, with more dynamic tackling and open-ended playmaking, as well as overhauling the open-field targeting system and offensive line and run blocking. The game will launch on August 18 for PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
