Texas DT Byron Murphy II: Hook ‘Em in April, Howie
Texas Longhorn Byron Murphy II is a top DT in this class and expect him to be a riser leading…
Drafting Lane Johnson’s Replacement Is This Year’s “Draft Bijan Robinson”
There’s a lot of interest in the Eagles drafting Lane Johnson’s eventual replacement high in the 2024 draft which would…
Fixing the Eagles Linebacker Group: Options for the Offseason
Was this year enough to show the need for a real solution at LB? We don’t know but here I…
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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…
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…
What is Wrong (and Right) With the Eagles Defense
A lot has been made of the Eagles defense the past two games as it has been exposed. I look deeper into the data on what is going on in the run game and passing defense. And,…
The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: Linebackers
An analysis of the Eagles controversial draft philosophy on linebackers, where Howie has been vocal in de-prioritizing the position against others.
5 Statistics Before the Eagles / Cowboys Week 3 Game
A look at five stats going into the Monday Night Eagles-Cowboys game.
Jalen Hurts and the Deep Ball
A lot has been made of Jalen Hurts’ deep passing to start 2021, with the opener having few deep passes and the 2nd game having a couple of underthrows. I look at various stats to see where…
A Re-Look at What Landon Dickerson Brings Us (and an Update After Week 2)
A quick look back at what Landon’s first NFL action, what to take away from it, and an earlier post on what he is bringing the Eagles .
Don’t Sweat It, The Tenacity & Evolution of Josh
In September 2014 Josh went down with an injury that by all reports was described as gruesome, career ending with a possible amputation due to the severity of the injury and possible artery damage not allowing blood…
What Went Wrong Against San Francisco and a Frustration-Induced Look at Draft Needs
What went wrong in the SF game. Some analytics on the game. Eagles positional needs. And a 2022 mock if you read that far.
The Analytics of the Eagles Draft Philosophy Series: The Trenches Part 2 – OL
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.
Why The Eagles Should Take A Cornerback In Round 1
Using historical player AV value data, I look into the analytics of where it makes sense to draft cornerbacks vs. wide receivers and why the Eagles should take a corner in the 1st round of the 2021…