The phrase "matchup nightmare" refers to a situation in a game or sport where one player or team creates significant problems for their opponents due to their unique skills, attributes, or playing style. Full definition
it's a big hindrance to the Patriots, who love using Gronkowski and Hernandez at the same time to create matchup nightmares for opposing defenses. (sbnation.com)
Lastly, they have Dean Wade, who creates matchup nightmares and takes our guys out of their comfort zone on defense. (sbnation.com)
But Ben Simmons is the versatile, matchup nightmare who will turn the entertaining #Process into the contending #Progress. (sbnation.com)