With the Eagles re-committing to the run game, finishing with the 3rd best run attack behind the second best offensive line Run Block Win Rate, and Miles Sanders entering the final year of his rookie deal, a look at what college traits translate to NFL success and who could be day 3 draft gems.
Author: Greg
A Look at the Eagles Pass Rush and Offseason Priorities
A look at what is affecting the Eagles pass rush – yes it needs better talent, but QBs are consistently throwing quickly against this defense. Plus, the offseason moves I would make in free agency and a mock draft.
Drafting a Punter Makes Analytical Sense… And Yes, This Year There is a Punt God
A look at the analytics of punting – what makes a good punter, does it make sense to draft a punter and where, and what the Eagles should do in the 2022 draft. Spoiler – there is a Punt God this year but it’s not who you think… it’s Penn State’s Jordan Stout.
Immediate Post-Season Thoughts on the Eagles
As the Eagles season ends, a look back at what I got right in 2021, and what I got wrong (and really, really wrong as in Reagor…). And some quick thoughts moving forward.
I Try Not to Write Frustration Posts But…
Some quick thoughts on the two Jalens and what I’ve been wrong on. Time to call it on Reagor. Hurts is more complicated but is clearly not progressing at the pace needed.
What Does the Data Say on Run / Pass Balance?
An analysis of drive run/pass balance and what balance drives the highest success and value. Turns out, drives that lean more balanced have more success.
Grouping QB Accuracy By CPOE – Who Does Hurts Look Like?
As a follow-up to the “Hurts May Be What He Is… What Historical Data Shows on QB Development”, a look at the progression of Hurts accuracy vs. specific top, late-developing, and middle of the league QBs.
Hurts May Be What He Is… What Historical Data Shows on QB Development
Looking at historical QB data, when are QBs “what they are”? Past data shows QBs are largely what they are between 500 – 1,000 career pass attempts and it is “getting late early” for Hurts.
Jason Kelce Has Me Thinking About a Lot Right Now
Kelce has become the conscience of Philly sports and he showed it Thursday. But comments he made last December have me thinking about the 2021 season and many of the changes people want to see the Eagles make.
Where Is Hurts In His Development?
Hurts is over 300 passing attempts in his career now and I look at where he has improved and what will hold him back from being a top 10 QB. The primary issue is in the volume passing range of 1-10 yards.