@fbgchase looks at how QBs are faring on 3rd/4th down. Based on expected rate (considering distance), Peyton Manning, Ben Roethlisberger,
@M_Ryan02, @AndrewALuck, and Tom Brady head the list. Link
Wed 11/07/2012
QB 3rd/4th Down Efficiency
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Vegas NFL Team Win Total Over Unders 5/24/13
.@footballfacts (CHFF) w the latest NFL team win total over/unders in Vegas. Broncos, Patriots, 49ers highest w 11.5. Seahawks, Packers, Texans next at 10.5. Jaguars at the bottom w 5. Link
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New England Patriots Undergoing Rampant Youth Movement
.@OliverBThomas (BR) says Patriots going through “rampant youth movement,” not just turnover of years’ past. At one point last October they were 5th youngest tm, should be younger after FA and draft. Perhaps best example yet of Belichick’s use of value and need. At this point, the value aspect still to be determined. Link
| 12:05 pm |
Eagles Defense Under Billy Davis to be Disguised
.@SheilKapadia (Philly Mag) talked to Eagles new DC Billy Davis, who emphasized multiple looks & appearance of pressure over heavy blitzing. Coy when talking about system, also says still finding out what players can do personnel will dictate. But made one thing clear: he “doesn’t want offenses to know what the Eagles are going to do when they’re evaluating the defense pre-snap.” So if only 3 down linemen, it’s more to mask who/if is 4th lineman. Link
| 11:50 am |
Packers Secret Superstar: Brad Jones
.@PFF_NateJahnke tabs Brad Jones as the Packers’ Secret Superstar. After injuries, finally got a shot and proved very competent in every aspect. Good vs run game, making tackles at or behind line (esp QBs); also solid in pass D, getting a Pass Defensed on 6.8% of targets (7th) and tackling w/o YAC even when a reception made. 4.6 coverage grade 4th for M/ILBs. Despite glut of ILBs, Jones should get to return as starter. Link
| 11:35 am |
Carson Palmer Reborn with Cardinals
.@MikeSilver (YH) says Carson Palmer reborn w Cardinals. He loves coach Bruce Arians. He “really loves” him he emphasizes. After ending last season getting a tube stuck into his collapsed lung just to see his daughters on Christmas, its a refreshing new start. His numbers were better than you thought (4018 yds, 61.8 comp %, 22 TD, 12 INT). And his teammates and front office love him back. Link
| 11:20 am |
Jared Allen Right to Not Renogiate Contract
.@PFF_Neil examines says after closer scrutiny, it appears Jared Allen has reason to stick to guns re contract. To make$17m n last year of back loaded deal. Didn’t have the highest numbers except one: percentage of pass rush snaps, where he blew everyone at away. Equivalent of a full game more than anyone in NFL. Still ranked 16th in pass rush productivity for 4-3 DEs, remarkable w little rest. If you’re going to pay a DE, you might as well get money worth in Allen. Link
| 11:05 am |
NFL General Managers: Path to the Job
.@analf17 (BR) looks at path to NFL GM. Most common route via scouting, w business men/lawyers, Players, coaches following behind (Rick Smith only coach). Scouts also have the most linear path through ranks, whereas others have to jump around to earn their stripes. Perhaps more of an emphasis on analytics will open up even more doors. Link
| 10:50 am |
Arizona Cardinals Fight Back With Nickel
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| 8:30 am |
NFL Tight Ends: How Scouts Evaluate
.@nfldraftscout looks at how scouts evaluate NFL Tight Ends. Know your scheme (most important aspect), Hands, Blocking (teachable if willing), Athletic Ability (combine explosive number a good basis), Route Running, Toughness. Link
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Analytics vs Moneyball
Benjamin Alamar looks at difference between Analytics & Moneyball. Analytics a set of tools, Moneyball just one strategy to use said tools. Analytics involves tools of data gathering, data management, statistical analysis, data visualization and information systems to deliver better information, more efficiently. Moneyball a way to use that to find undervalued players. For example, Spurs & Mavericks both use analytics: Spurs in a moneyball front office way while the Mavs inserted an analytics assistant coach for in gm decisions. Link
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