– Will Campbell’s tough playoff baptism continues. The Patriots’ left tackle, the fourth pick in the 2025 draft, owned up to his rough year, saying some plays he’d “wish I could have back” even when he had help. He’s holding himself to a higher standard as he fights through rookie growing pains in the postseason. 🏈📊
– Divisional Round spotlight: Campbell was no match for Houston’s duo of Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter, routinely failing to touch the edge and suffering a pivotal strip-sack. The Texans’ pass rush was relentless, making Maye’s life on Sundays even tougher. 🔥
– Chargers Wild-Card reminder: Campbell didn’t shy away from blunt honesty after another tough showing, acknowledging a couple of “2 or 3 plays I wish I could have back” but also pointing to the elite pass-rushing talent he’s facing (and the money that comes with it). 🏈🔥
– The Broncos loom: Denver’s edge pressure is the immediate danger. Campbell will face Nik Bonitto (a speed edge) and Jonathon Cooper, both capable of wrecking plays. The Broncos’ front seven pose the biggest test yet as Denver looks to ride those rushes to a Super Bowl berth. 📊🏈
– Interior line issues add pressure: Fellow rookie left guard Jared Wilson is also struggling with stunts and slants, leaving Maye exposed. Teair Tart’s win over Wilson highlighted the need for more protection help and smarter schemes. 🔥
– Patriots’ plan to survive: Expect heavy use of two-tight end sets, running backs chipping, and maybe another extra tackle to keep Campbell’s guy on an island. The coaching staff will need to keep Maye upright by throwing extra bodies at Bonitto and Cooper and using slide protections or double teams to keep Denver’s front from taking over. 🏈📊
– Takeaway: Campbell’s growth is under the brightest lights, and New England’s Super Bowl hopes hinge on him finding his footing. The Patriots will lean on smarter protections and adjustments to blunt Denver’s top-tier rush in a winner-takes-all clash in the AFC title game. 🔥🏈
