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Introducing new NFL run-blocking and run-stopping stats: How run block win rate and run stop win rate work
Two years ago, ESPN analytics created a revolutionary new way to measure the pass-block and pass-rush performance of individual NFL players using NFL Next Gen Stats player tracking data. This year, we present two new companion metrics for run-blocking and run-stopping: run block win rate (RBWR) and run stop win rate (RSWR). Our pass-blocking metrics […]
Continue readingNew York Jets to enter season with 5 quarterbacks on roster
Barring additional roster moves, they will go into the season with five quarterbacks — three on the 53-man roster and two on the practice squad. David Fales and Mike White, both of whom were released Saturday, were re-signed Sunday to the practice squad. Sam Darnold will be the starter for the third straight season. Behind […]
Continue reading2020 NFL cuts for all 32 teams: Who’s in and who’s out
Teams in the NFL were required to cut their rosters to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on Saturday. Given the irregular offseason, with OTAs and minicamps occurring virtually for the first time, teams have had only training camp, which included 14 padded practices, to see their players in person. The biggest names let go […]
Continue readingFinal 53-man roster projections for all 32 NFL teams
The 2020 NFL season kicks off Thursday, Sept. 10, when the Kansas City Chiefs play host to the Houston Texans. It has been an irregular offseason to say the least with OTAs and minicamps canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic. While teams have been in training camp since late July, they have had only 14 […]
Continue readingInventing 32 props for the 2020 NFL season: Tom Brady vs. Cam Newton, George Kittle’s yards, more
If you’re a football fan or someone with an unhealthy knowledge of both football and obscure golf tours, you’re probably familiar with the propositions that pop up during the run-up to the Super Bowl. In addition to trying to predict which team will actually win the game, fans are able to test their powers on […]
Continue readingNFL training camp 2020: Sammy Watkins takes less to stay put; officials reach opt-out deal
As 2020 NFL training camps continue, Sammy Watkins agrees to a pay cut to stay with the world champion Chiefs, while officials have until Thursday to opt out of the 2020 season. Here’s what you need to know from camps across the league: Sammy Watkins OK with less money to win with Chiefs Having spent […]
Continue reading260 players who could win 2020 NFL MVP: Patrick Mahomes, Deshaun Watson, kickers and more
Picking an MVP in advance of a typical NFL season is difficult. Remember last year? The trendiest candidates heading into the regular season were Carson Wentz, Baker Mayfield and Russell Wilson one obvious example, but Mahomes is the only one with the sort of airtight accomplishments to be added to this list. Although this is […]
Continue readingNo deal for Dak Prescott and the Cowboys: Picking winners, losers and dominoes
The franchise-tag extension deadline has come and gone. While a long-term contract between Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys seemed to make sense for all parties involved, the two sides weren’t able to come to terms. Prescott will play out his $31.4 million franchise tag for the 2020 season before we go through all of […]
Continue readingRanking offensive weapons for all 32 NFL teams in 2020: Barnwell picks the best and worst
The most important thing for an NFL team is to find a franchise quarterback. The second-most important thing might be surrounding that quarterback with weapons. The Ravens went shopping for the likes of Mark Ingram and Marquise Brown last offseason and helped Lamar Jackson emerge as MVP. The Chiefs have been at or near the […]
Continue readingIs Patrick Mahomes’ $500 million contract actually team-friendly? Answering eight questions on the Chiefs QB’s deal
Most days, it seems pretty good to be Patrick Mahomes. Even by the lofty standards of the reigning Super Bowl MVP, though, Monday was a particularly good afternoon for him. The 24-year-old agreed to terms with the Kansas City Chiefs on what is reportedly the largest contract for an athlete in the history of sports, […]
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