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Category: Series – Draft Philosophy

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: Wide Receivers

Jalen Reagor catching pass

A look at the Eagles well-known issues with drafting receivers. But to not rehash what everybody knows, this includes what metrics the Eagles need to look at evaluating receivers and why I am very bullish on 2021.

Published June 16, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, draft, wide receivers

The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: Linebackers

Eagles linebackers

An analysis of the Eagles controversial draft philosophy on linebackers, where Howie has been vocal in de-prioritizing the position against others.

Published June 10, 2021
Categorized as Eagles, Series - Draft Philosophy Tagged 2022 draft, draft, linebackers

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

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

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