Field Gulls on Sam Darnold

Darnold must navigate Allen's pressure packages and Gordon's slot blitz versatility.

Darnold faces a significant challenge against Chicago's defense coordinated by Dennis Allen, particularly with Kyler Gordon's ability to attack from the slot and create unexpected pressure angles. Gordon gives Allen flexibility to bring pressure from unexpected angles and change the protection picture; Darnold must recognize where the pressure is coming from and make the right protection adjustment. If Gordon comes off the edge, the running back or tight end may have to account for him; if the offense shifts protection to Gordon, Allen can use that reaction to create an advantageous matchup elsewhere.

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