13 Personnel: Mismatches, Not Just Rushing Power

Pushing the Pile: A CBS Sports NFL Podcast · November 13, 2025 · Listen to Original Episode →

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Resources

Resources & Recommendations

Books

"The NFL rulebook" - Mentioned in the context of understanding specific game situations and penalties.

Videos & Documentaries

MCU movies - Used as a pop culture reference to describe the intensity of the Seahawks-Rams matchup.

Research & Studies

"Success rate" metric - Used to evaluate the Rams' offensive performance.
"EPA per play" metric - Used to evaluate the Rams' defensive performance and the Seahawks' offensive and defensive performance.
"EP A per run" metric - Used to evaluate the rushing offense of the Seahawks and Rams.
"Dropback EPA per play" metric - Used to evaluate the Seahawks' passing offense.
"Pass rush win rate" metric - Used to evaluate the Jaguars' pass rush.
"Pressure rate" metric - Used to evaluate the Jaguars' and Raiders' pass rush.
"Sack rate" metric - Used to evaluate the Jaguars' pass rush.
"EPA per rush" metric - Used to evaluate the Raiders' running game.
"Points per game" metric - Used to evaluate the Raiders' offense.

Tools & Software

Cash App - Sponsor of the "locks" segment, used for sending money and offering perks.
Paramount Plus - Streaming service mentioned at the end of the episode for "The Eva Larue Story."

Articles & Papers

CBS Sports article by JP Kosta - Referenced for his analysis on Seahawks' 13 personnel usage against nickel defense.
CBS Sports.com article grading rookie contract quarterbacks - Mentioned as a source for analysis on J.J. McCarthy.

People Mentioned

Jared Verse - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Byron Young - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Braden Fiske - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Kobe Turner - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Quinton Lake - Mentioned as a slot corner for the Rams.
Nick Maman - Mentioned as a slot corner for the Seahawks.
Nate Landman - Mentioned as a linebacker for the Falcons.
Omar Spates - Mentioned as a linebacker for the Falcons.
Cam Kincheloe - Mentioned as a player for the Falcons.
Cam Curl - Mentioned as a player for the Falcons.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba - Mentioned as a player for the Seahawks.
Devante Adams - Mentioned as a player for the Raiders.
Cooper Kupp - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Jalen Smith - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Jalen Even - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Chris Sula - Mentioned as an offensive coordinator.
Mike McDonald - Mentioned as a defensive coordinator.
Drake Thomas - Mentioned as a run blitz player for the Seahawks.
Tiao Koda - Mentioned as a player for the Seahawks.
Byron Murphy - Mentioned as a player for the Seahawks.
Leonard Williams - Mentioned as a player for the Seahawks.
Puna Ford - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Jared Goff - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Amon-Ra St. Brown - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Sam LaPorta - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Jameson Williams - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Jamir Gibbs - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Aidan Hutchinson - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Kirby Joseph - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Penneu - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Nolan Smith - Mentioned as a player for the Eagles.
Jalen Carter - Mentioned as a player for the Eagles.
Moro Ojomo - Mentioned as a player for the Eagles.
Ratliff - Mentioned as a player for the Eagles.
Max Crosby - Mentioned as a player for the Raiders.
Adam Butler - Mentioned as a player for the Raiders.
Caleb Williams - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Bears.
Joe Tuney - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Jonah Jackson - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Braxton Jones - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Oshie Truppilo - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Darnell Wright - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Benett - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Levi Drake Rodriguez - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Jaylen Redman - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Joan Hargrave - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Drew Doman - Mentioned as a player for the Bears.
Caleb Von Chaison - Mentioned as a player for the Patriots.
T.J. Watt - Mentioned as a player for the Steelers.
Patrick Mahomes - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Chiefs.
Bo Nix - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Broncos.
Cortland Sutton - Mentioned as a player for the Broncos.
Troy Franklin - Mentioned as a player for the Broncos.
Pat Bryant - Mentioned as a player for the Broncos.
R.J. Harvey - Mentioned as a player for the Broncos.
Josh Allen - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Bills.
Baker Mayfield - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Buccaneers.
Bucky Irving - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Chris Godwin - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Donk - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Cade - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Micah - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Puka - Mentioned as a player for the Buccaneers.
Mariota - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Commanders.
Jaden Daniels - Mentioned as a player for the Commanders.
Terry McLaurin - Mentioned as a player for the Commanders.
Devin Singletary - Mentioned as a player for the Texans.
Patrick Paul - Mentioned as a player for the Dolphins.
Devin Achane - Mentioned as a player for the Dolphins.
Mike McDaniel - Mentioned as a coach for the Dolphins.
Bobby Wagner - Mentioned as a player for the Commanders.
Frankie Luvu - Mentioned as a player for the Commanders.
Jameer Gibbs - Mentioned as a player for the Lions.
Justin Herbert - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Chargers.
Laquon Treadwell - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Travis Etienne - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Laquon Allen - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Bashaul Tuten - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Ezra Cleveland - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Lathan - Mentioned as a player for the Titans.
Cam Ward - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Titans.
Jeffery Simmons - Mentioned as a player for the Titans.
C.J. Stroud - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Texans.
Kamari Laster - Mentioned as a player for the Texans.
Marvin Harrison Jr. - Mentioned as a player for the Cardinals.
Will Johnson - Mentioned as a player for the Cardinals.
Max Milton - Mentioned as a player for the Cardinals.
Brock Purdy - Mentioned as a quarterback for the 49ers.
Kyle Shanahan - Mentioned as a coach for the 49ers.
Mac Jones - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Patriots.
Trey Lance - Mentioned as a quarterback for the 49ers.
Kyler Murray - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Cardinals.
Joe Flacco - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Browns.
Russell Wilson - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Broncos.
James Winston - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Giants.
Aaron Rodgers - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Jets.
Tua - Mentioned as a quarterback.
Brian Daboll - Mentioned as a coach.
Jackson Dart - Mentioned as a quarterback.
Tua Tagovailoa - Mentioned as a quarterback.
Trevor Lawrence - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Jaguars.
Derek Stingley - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Brian Thomas Jr. - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Parker Washington - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Briten Strange - Mentioned as a player for the Jaguars.
Jalen Ramsey - Mentioned as a player for the Steelers.
Tee Higgins - Mentioned as a player for the Bengals.
Jamar Chase - Mentioned as a player for the Bengals.
DJ Reader - Mentioned as a player for the Bengals.
Spags - Mentioned as a defensive coordinator.
Lamar Jackson - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Ravens.
Andrew Vorhees - Mentioned as a player for the Ravens.
Daniel Falele - Mentioned as a player for the Ravens.
Mason Graham - Mentioned as a player for the Browns.
Malik Collins - Mentioned as a player for the Browns.
Dylan Gabriel - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Broncos.
Aaron Donald - Mentioned as a player for the Rams.
Von Miller - Host of "Free Range" podcast.
Kevin O'Connell - Mentioned as a coach for the Vikings.
Justin Fields - Mentioned as a quarterback for the Bears.
Garett Wilson - Mentioned as a player for the Jets.
Azaria Thomas - Mentioned as a player for the Jets.
Will McDonald - Mentioned as a player for the Jets.
Harrison Phillips - Mentioned as a player for the Jets.
Urban Meyer - Mentioned as a former coach.
Chip Kelly - Mentioned as an offensive coordinator for the Raiders.
Pete Carroll - Mentioned as a coach for the Seahawks.
Raheem Morris - Mentioned as a coach for the Falcons.
Terri Fontenot - Mentioned as a coach for the Falcons.
Dave Canales - Mentioned as a coach for the Panthers.
Zach Robinson - Mentioned as a coach.

Organizations & Institutions

NFL - National Football League, discussed throughout the episode.
CBS Sports - Mentioned as the publisher of an article.
MCU - Marvel Cinematic Universe, used for a pop culture reference.
Diageo - Sponsor of a public service announcement.
FanDuel - Sponsor of the podcast, discussed for betting.
NBA - National Basketball Association, mentioned in relation to FanDuel.
New England Patriots - NFL team.
Washington Commanders - NFL team.
Kansas Star Casino - Affiliated with FanDuel in Kansas.
DC - District of Columbia, mentioned in relation to FanDuel.
Kentucky - State mentioned in relation to FanDuel.
Wyoming - State mentioned in relation to FanDuel.
CCPG - Mentioned in relation to gambling help.
MDGamblingHelp.org - Website for gambling help in Maryland.
GamblingHelplineMA.org - Website for gambling help in Massachusetts.
New York - State mentioned in relation to gambling help.
Jaguars - Jacksonville Jaguars, NFL team.
Browns - Cleveland Browns, NFL team.
Tua - Miami Dolphins quarterback.
Ole Miss - University of Mississippi, where Jackson Dart played.
USC - University of Southern California, where Jackson Dart played.
Eagles - Philadelphia Eagles, NFL team.
Packers - Green Bay Packers, NFL team.
Patriots - New England Patriots, NFL team.
Chiefs - Kansas City Chiefs, NFL team.
Broncos - Denver Broncos, NFL team.
Bills - Buffalo Bills, NFL team.
Dolphins - Miami Dolphins, NFL team.
Texans - Houston Texans, NFL team.
Titans - Tennessee Titans, NFL team.
49ers - San Francisco 49ers, NFL team.
Cardinals - Arizona Cardinals, NFL team.
Lions - Detroit Lions, NFL team.
Cowboys - Dallas Cowboys, NFL team.
Raiders - Las Vegas Raiders, NFL team.
Jets - New York Jets, NFL team.
Vikings - Minnesota Vikings, NFL team.
Bears - Chicago Bears, NFL team.
Panthers - Carolina Panthers, NFL team.
Falcons - Atlanta Falcons, NFL team.
Northwestern University - Mentioned for a master's project.
Ohio State University - Mentioned in the context of talent gap.
Michigan State University - Mentioned in the context of talent gap.
Oklahoma State University - Mentioned as a potential job for Zach Robinson.
Block Inc. - Parent company of Cash App.
Sutton Bank - FDIC-insured bank providing banking services for Cash App.
FDIC - Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
Kansas - State mentioned in relation to FanDuel.
DC - District of Columbia, mentioned in relation to FanDuel.

Courses & Educational Resources

Master's project at Northwestern - Referenced for research on slot defender body types.

Websites & Online Resources

takeaminutenow.com - Website related to the responsible drinking PSA.
fanduel.com - Website for FanDuel sportsbook.
sportsbook.fanduel.com - Website for FanDuel sportsbook.
rghelp.com - Website for gambling help.
cbshq.com - Mentioned for a show discussing Matt LaFleur.
nfl.com - Mentioned for NFL pro stats.
cbssports.com - Website where JP Kosta's article was published and rookie contract reviews were posted.
twitter.com - Mentioned for A.J. Brown's comments.

Other Resources

"The Eva Larue Story" - A story streaming on Paramount Plus.