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Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample Pre-NFL Draft Scouting Report: QB Marcus Mariota (Tennessee)
Matt Waldman’s RSP shares a sample scouting report on Tennessee Titans QB Marcus Mariota, a player whose pocket presence and the potential turnstile of NFL coaches he might (and has) have to endure could be barriers to his upside. 3. Marcus Mariota, Oregon (6-4, 222) There’s no shame to Mariota’s game that he’s No.3 on…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample NFL Scouting Report: QB Kyler Murray (Cardinals)
Matt Waldman’s RSP shares his pre-NFL Draft scouting report on Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, an exciting prospect with a player comparison that goes a lot deeper than physical similarities. 2. Kyler Murray, Oklahoma (5-10, 207) Depth of Talent Score: 80 = Rotational Starter/Contributor: Executes at a starter level in a role that plays to his…
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Christopher Harris’ Podcast: Talking Rookies with the RSP’s Matt Waldman
Matt Waldman joins Christopher Harris for a conversation about rookie runners, Kyler Murray, and a number of receivers. I always enjoy having fantasy football conversations with Christopher Harris. He knows how to frame what’s important to his listeners and I’m a fan of his desire to be a student of the game. This week, Harris…
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J. Moyer’s RSP NFL Lens: RB Darrell Henderson’s (Rams) Transition to Zone Blocking
Rams rookie Darrell Henderson is one of the most exciting backs from the 2019 NFL Draft, but J. Moyer explains why his transition from start collegian to complete runner won’t be immediate. Perhaps the draft’s most electric back, Darrell Henderson’s arrival in the Rams’ hyper-efficient rushing offense offers plenty of justifiable excitement. It never meant…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens: RB Ito Smith’s (Falcons) Blitz Pickup
Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens examines a play from Atlanta RB Ito Smith’s preseason portfolio—a blitz pickup against a Miami Dolphins linebacker. The Atlanta Falcons have transitioned from the Devonta Freeman-Tevin Coleman plan that was Kyle Shanahan’s offense (and maintained by Shanahan’s replacement, Steve Sarkisian) to Dirk Koetter’s offense. Although Koetter has had seasons as…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens: WR Olamide Zaccheaus’ (Falcons) Release Game
Matt Waldman’s RSP NFL Lens examines a release from former UVA standout Olamide Zaccheaus, who is making a push for a roster spot with the Atlanta Falcons. Two weeks ago, Drew Lieberman posted a video on social media about a release technique that I have seen many times but never knew the name for the…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample Scouting Report: WR James Washington (Steelers)
Matt Waldman shares his RSP NFL Draft Scouting Report on WR James Washington, a player the Steelers hope will go a long way toward replacing Antonio Brown. 5. James Washington, Oklahoma St. (5-11, 213) Depth of Talent Score: 85.45 = Starter: Capable of a larger role and learning on the go. There is some polarization…
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Imposter Syndrome: Matt Waldman’s RSP Scouting Report on RB Devonta Freeman (Falcons)
Matt Waldman shares his RSP NFL Draft Scouting Report on RB Devonta Freeman, a player who outperformed Matt’s evaluation and discusses the root issue with his miss—a case of Imposter Syndrome. Evaluating players and projecting their future development is a humbling job. While I have successes that I’m proud of when reviewing my work with…
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Flaw-Spotting: Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample Scouting Report on RB Andre Williams
Matt Waldman often shares sample scouting reports of NFL Draft prospects where he’s hit or missed on their success. One thing he hasn’t shared are instances where he’s hit on evaluations where he was much lower on a player than the national draft media. Identifying talented players who will fit in the NFL is only…
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Matt Waldman’s RSP Sample Scouting Report: WR Preston Williams (Miami)
Matt Waldman’s RSP shares its sample NFL Draft scouting report of Miami Dolphins’ training camp sensation WR Preston Williams, a player with the potential to develop into a player in the style of A.J. Green. Preston Williams, Colorado State (6-4, 211) Depth of Talent Score: 86.05 = Starter: Starting immediately with a large role and…