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2020 Offensive Line Grades – Win Rate vs. PFF

Offensive line scatterplot

A quick comparison of PFF offensive line blocking grades vs. ESPN’s block win rates. Run and pass block win rates are a better picture of offensive line value.

Published June 6, 2021
Categorized as Technology & Data Tagged analytics, offensive line

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: “The QB Factory”

Eagles QB factory

An analysis of Howie’s “quarterback factory” approach and what the data shows on chances of finding the QB that teams need. Also, a quick look at Howie’s dealing of QBs.

Published June 4, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, analytics, draft, eagles, quarterback

Automating Scraping of NFL Team Data With Python

Automated scraping of data

Automating scraping of NFL team data from PFR’s site using Python. Output data includes team records, PF/PA, strength of schedule, DVOA, and playoff and Super Bowl teams.

Published June 3, 2021
Categorized as Technology & Data Tagged data scraping, nfl, profootballreference, python

What Can We Expect from Jonathan Gannon on the Eagles Secondary?

Jonathan Gannon

The Eagles fanbase is excited about Gannon’s arrival and defensive scheme replacing Jim Schwartz’s. But what does his history show on developing the Eagles weakest position group?

Published May 29, 2021
Categorized as Eagles Tagged analytics, jonathan gannon, philadelphia eagles, secondary

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: The Trenches Part 2 – OL

Eagles offensive line

The Eagles have not actually prioritized O-line in the draft, despite Howie’s focus on the trenches. Long-term, elite starters have allowed them to focus elsewhere but investment is needed.

Published May 24, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, draft, ol, philadelphia eagles

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: The Trenches Part 1 – DL

Eagles defensive line

True to Howie’s word, the Eagles do prioritize the trenches (on the D-line) and have also drafted very, very well, especially with their top picks.

Published May 19, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, analytics, DL, draft, philadelphia eagles

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: CB

Eagles cornerbacks

An analysis of the Eagles cornerback draft philosophy and performance using historical draft value data. In short, they are paying for trying to get by on the cheap.

Published May 15, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, cornerback, draft, philadelphia eagles

DeVonta Smith Will Hit the “Over” on Everything

DeVonta Smith

The Eagles haven’t had a 1,000 yard receiver in years, but the past draft data shows that DeVonta could – and should – change this in 2021

Published May 7, 2021
Categorized as Eagles Tagged devonta, draft, philadelphia eagles

Why the Data Supports Optimism on the Eagles 2021 Draft

Eagles 2021 Draft

A look at the Eagles 2021 draft picks with what past player value analytics tells us on their potential. Plus, Howie looks to have taken advantage of some draft inefficiencies this year.

Published May 5, 2021
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2021 draft, 2021 outlook, DeVonta Smith, eagles, sports analytics

An Eagles 2021 Draft Board and Post-Draft Analysis

Eagles GM Howie Roseman

My Eagles draft board, using priority positions and players likely to be targets based on prior team meetings and interest or testing numbers. Updated post draft with a quick analysis.

Published April 29, 2021
Categorized as Eagles Tagged 2021 draft, 2022 draft

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