Quick Reads: Talkin' 'bout practice
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersWhen it comes to QB success, reps with the first team make all the difference according to Football Outsiders. Just look at the stories of Vince Young and Matt Leinart. Plus, FBO takes a look at the most valuable and least valuable players from Week 12.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009
FBO: The Reggie Bush breakout
Aaron Schatz, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders analyzes Week 12 in the NFL. Ideas: Oakland isn't THAT bad; Reggie Bush is poised for a big game vs. New England; Pittsburgh needs to play better in the second half; David Garrard gets knocked around too much and a plan for Houston.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Byrd a Bills' gem
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBuffalo Bills rookie safety Jairus Byrd, son of former pro Gill Byrd, is fulfilling his destiny far ahead of schedule, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009
FBO: Numbers crunching, Week 10
Aaron Schatz, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders applies their metrics to analysis of all Week 10 games. Some observations: the red zone will be the key in CIN/PIT; YAC will be the key in NE/IND; and the Eagles? Not a great road team.
Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009
Scouts Buzz: Turner burning again
Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.Scouts Inc. examines Michael Turner's return to his 2008 form, the up-and-down performance of the Eagles' offensive line and more.
Story | Conversation | November 08, 2009
FBO: Week 9 matchup projections
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders checks in with its weekly look at players whose matchups will elevate or deflate their fantasy value Sunday. Plus, as temperatures drop, they look at the effect weather has on fantasy performance.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Loomis builds a winner
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSaints GM Mickey Loomis has done a masterful job of building a winner in New Orleans, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Scouts Buzz: Texans show resilience
Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.Scouts Inc. examines how the Texans overcame adversity, Eli Manning's struggles and more.
Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009
Quick Reads: The quarterback schism
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders uses their metrics to analyze Week 8. Some observations: The worst QB performances this year have been historically bad; Steve Slaton's career is at a crossroads; the Rams need to draft a QB in 2010 and Carolina should keep running.
Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009
FBO: Week 7 matchup projections
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders looks at every Week 7 matchup and separates fantasy football boons from busts. This week: Beware the Steelers' defense, Adrian Peterson owners; unleash your best Pats and Colts; and don't trust Rashard Mendenhall.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009
FBO: Week 6 fantasy matchups
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders uses its advanced metrics to analyze Week 6 fantasy matchups. Brace yourself. You're going to want to sit Drew Brees this week.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009
FBO: Week 6 Numbers Crunching
Aaron Schatz and Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders uses their metrics to pull out interesting elements from every Week 6 NFL game. Among the findings: Giants-Saints is all about red zone play and the Patriots can't stop anyone on long-distance downs.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009
FBO: Week 5 fantasy matchups
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersFootball Outsiders uses its advanced metrics to analyze Week 5 fantasy matchups. Among the findings: Start Jerome Harrison and Marion Barber, anyone on the Vikings is a good play and don't expect immediate returns from Braylon Edwards.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Adams on the spot
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBucs DE Gaines Adams is well on his way to becoming a bust in Tampa Bay, which seems in keeping with many linemen selected in the 2007 draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009
Niners' draft pick could sit out season
Adam SchefterAt this time -- and that's an important distinction -- there is every expectation that former Texas Tech wide receiver Michael Crabtree will not sign ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | September 13, 2009
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