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Analyzing both teams' rushing strategies reveals further insights into the anticipated clash. The Falcons, for instance, have favored an outside zone rushing attack; however, Kansas City’s strength lies in manipulating defenses with their tight-end-heavy packages. The Chargers have encountered vulnerabilities against such formations, ranking low against runs executed in 12 or 13 personnel.
Kansas City can utilize this understanding to their advantage, aiming to create mismatches and capitalizing on any defensive lapses by Los Angeles. Playing with lighter bodies in their defensive scheme may open the door for the Chiefs to dominate the ground game, facilitating play-action opportunities that Mahomes thrives on.