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The NFL Lens: Economy of Movement With Michael Bennett
A look at one of the most disruptive defensive linemen in the game. Whether it’s offense or defense, you can often spot the best players on the field based on the economy of their movement. Even if that player has a variety of flashy moves and strings them together in mind-blowing ways, they only do…
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The NFL Lens: Balance With Jay Ajayi
Jay Ajayi’s impressive display of balance against Pro-Bowl caliber defensive end Kyle Williams. Define “balance” and “power.” Ask two talent analysts to do this and it’s one of the easier ways to take a conversation about football into the weeds. There’s enough overlap between the two concepts that it can spawn debates about what belongs…
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RSP Boiler Room No.46: Baylor WR K.D. Cannon
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RSP Boiler Room No.45: WR James Washington, Oklahoma State
Washington had a 9-catch, 296-yard, 2-touchdown performance against Pitt in mid-September. Waldman puts one of those plays under the RSP microscope. I’ve seen James Washington a number of times but this was the first time I studied him formally for the Rookie Scouting Portfolio. There’s a lot to like. What was especially good about the…
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The Depths of My Week 2 Notebook (Preseason)
Did the Top-10 only whet your appetite? There’s more. Much more… I took 20-plus pages of notes while I watched a marathon session of games this week. I won’t share everything here but for you hardcore fantasy football geeks hungry for more, limiting my observations to 10 items probably feels like an appetizer.These are simply notes…
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Devonta Freeman & Tevin Coleman: Two Pairs of Runs
Why is Devonta Freeman the starter and Tevin Coleman the backup? Two pairs of runs tell the story. Coleman is a stronger and faster player. When he earns big gains, the runs are often more exciting because they are displays of his superior strength and long speed. They also require more physical labor that’s unnecessary. Freeman is…
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RSP Boiler Room No.38: RB Brian Hill And Gap Aggression
One of my favorite under the radar RB prospects is Wyoming RB Brian HIll. This episode of the Boiler Room examines good decision-making and execution of a gap play. For more about gap/zone running, read Chad Spann’s piece. For analysis of skill players in the 2017 draft class, pre-order a login for the 2017…
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RSP Boiler Room No.36: RB Shock Linwood’s Skill to String Moves
Shock Linwood displays the balance, footwork, and vision to execute difficult moves in succession. The feet and hips are vital to running back play. Baylor’s Linwood displays facility with both in this play that I’d share with decision makers who are at least seeking a player with skills in space. More to come on Linwood.…
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RSP Film Room No.84: WR Leonte Carroo
Matt Harmon returns to the show for a look at the college tape of the Dolphins’ rookie. One of the most fascinating developmental story lines this year will be the Dolphins receiving corps. DeVante Parker is an impressive athlete and he flashed those skills when put in a position to succeed in Miami’s offense. The Dolphins…
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The Gut Check No.365: Over-Under, QB ADPs
Waldman’s first pass at 2016 quarterbacks through the lens of average draft position. Precision is overrated in May and June. The archery, surgical lasers, and nanotechnology will have its time in July. This spring, it’s all about horseshoes, hand grenades, and nuclear weapons at the office of the Gut Check. We all have to start…