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Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample Scouting Report: RB Christian McCaffrey (Panthers)
Matt Waldman shares a sample scouting report on Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey from the 2017 Rookie Scouting Portfolio. Christian McCaffrey, Stanford (5-11, 202) Depth of Talent Score: 81.5 = Rotational Starter: Executes at a starter level in a role, playing to his strengths. McCaffrey’s ranking is the result of a Combine-validated process and not…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Draft Scouting Report: RB Aaron Jones (Packers)
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio shares its pre-draft NFL scouting report on Packers starter Aaron Jones, one of Matt’s underrated backs in the 2017 NFL Draft. I’m known for my touting of Jamaal Williams on Twitter. I’m not as well known by non-RSP subscribers for my reviews of Aaron Jones, a player a little more…
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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes: Matt Waldman’s RSP Pre-NFL Draft Scouting Report
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio shares his pre-draft NFL Scouting report of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, which includes a dose of philosophy on why traditional quarterback evaluation often misses on players with Mahomes’ skills. The report is taken from the 2017 Rookie Scouting Portfolio Pre-Draft Publication. Mahomes earned the highest grade I’ve given an NFL…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP on the Dynasty Crossroads Podcast: RB Joe Mixon (Bengals)
Matt Waldman’s RSP joins Jake Anderson and Peter Howard for an in-depth conversation about Cincinnati Bengals RB Joe Mixon on the latest Dynasty Crossroads Podcast. The Dynasty Crossroads podcast features Peter Howard (@pahowdy) and Jake Anderson (@NFLDraftTalker) in a weekly format where they discuss one player. Howard uses an analytical perspective and Anderson uses a…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens TE Robert Tonyan (Packers): File and Monitor
Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens examines a fade route by second-year tight end Robert Tonyan of the Green Bay Packers — a developmental option you should be monitoring. Robert Tonyan caught my eye at Indiana State last year. I didn’t study his game for the 2017 Rookie Scouting Portfolio pre-draft publication, but I managed to watch…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Draft Scouting Report Sample: TE David Njoku (Browns)
Matt Waldman shares his pre-NFL Draft scouting report on Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku, an emerging big-play talent. 2. David Njoku, Miami (6-4, 246) If the questions about O.J. Howard’s effort and focus are legitimate, Njoku could easily be the top tight end in this class. Based on the RSP’s evaluation that values blocking that’s…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP Twitter Vids: RB Royce Freeman (Broncos)
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio showcases a pair of Twitter videos where he analyzed Broncos running back Royce Freeman, Denver’s future starter, at Oregon and both points still apply. In one of the richest classes of running backs in recent memory, Royce Freeman is in a position to become one of the most productive options as…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens OLB Carl Lawson (Bengals): Downright Satantic
Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens showcases Bengals OLB Carl Lawson’s precise hand placement as a pass rusher that least to a sack of Aaron Rodgers. In the Bible, the Devil is God’s most beautiful creation. It’s no wonder that detail is filled with so much beauty. If you’re an offensive lineman, second-year linebacker Carl Lawson’s…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens RB Jamaal Williams (Packers): Pass Pro Angles
Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens showcases Green Bay Packers RB Jamaal William’s savvy knowledge of angles on a pass protection assignment during his rookie year against the Bears. A big reason Jamaal Williams was the Packers’ team rookie of the year was his pass protection. Whether it’s punching out a blitzing linebacker or safety one-on-one…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens: LB Reuben Foster And Coverage Responsibilities In Context
Matt Waldman’s Rookie Scouting Portfolio examines a pass breakup by 49ers linebacker Reuben Foster and reveals why it’s a play that’s more expected than amazing. A friend of the Rookie Scouting Portfolio contacted me today. He understands defenses as well as anyone that I know and has an impressive football resume. We often discuss why…