Scouting the League

The game of football is ever changing. Offenses make changes and defenses catch up, get ahead, and force the offense to one again innovate. And as the game changes, technology gives coaches, front office staffs and those across the NFL more tools in the toolbox. Neil and I sit down with Sports Analytics Writer at ESPN, Seth Walder, to discuss all things analytics. From the Down 8 test, the Down 4 test, PAT or go for 2 and when to punt or go. We talk some of the top analytics professionals across the NFL and what franchises are doing it the right way. Plus, a peek into how teams use analytics to evaluate and valuate future NFL draft picks. An episode that both the football nerds and football jocks will love.

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Last time we talked with Dane Brugler, we were looking at 2023 college tape and projecting guys for the fall season. Since then, Carson Beck has fallen, Travis Hunter and Ashton Jeanty have risen, and players in the top 50 have been shuffled all over. Dane joins us to give us some insight into his updated top 50 list as talk not just about who the top guys are, but why. From Offensive Line to Pass Rushers to Corners and of course Quarterbacks. We give you many of the names to watch who still has something to prove. @NFL @NFLDraft @TheAthletic @CUBuffaloes @GeorgiaBulldogs @OhioStateBuckeyes @LSUTigers @BoiseStateBroncos @RollTide @TexasA&MAggies @UTLonghorns @MichiganWolverines @NittanyLions @Raiders @Giants @OklahomaSooners @Mountaineers @TennesseeVols @MiamiU @FansFirstSN @Panthers

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Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv

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Whether you like them or not, the Cowboys are America's Team. That is in large part due to owner, and essentially General Manager, Jerry Jones. Wearing both hats means criticism comes along, even more than normal. But what does a Dallas front office really look like? How does Jerry operate? And what was it like running the draft in Dallas? A veteran of 27 years with the Dallas Cowboys, Tom Ciskowski gives Neil and I some rare insight to drafting in the Star. From Larry Allen to Emmitt Smith to Troy Aikman and so many more. A peek behind the curtain of perhaps the most polarizing organization in all of sports.

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Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv

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When it is time to start talking about NFL Draft players, it is often obvious, who has done the work, and who is a twitter scout. So, to prepare you for those water cooler conversations, Neil and I dive into all things grade scale, player comparison, stacking a board and so much more. So many philosophies, so many ways to be successful doing it, but follow this outline, and you will at least sound like you know what you are talking about. @NFLDraft @Falcons @Panthers @Seahawks @Steelers @AlabamaFootball @OhioState @Cowboys

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Rodrik David @RightStepAdv

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Life on the road for any scout is a constant stream of report writing, character digging and changes to the schedule all while trying to keep up with what is going on in your own building and with your own team. When those changes happen at the pace they did in Carolina, good luck. Michael Coe joins us to talk all things football. From his transition from playing to the SR Bowl and eventually the Northeast Area. How learning a new building was made even more difficult by changes in front office. And how understanding the game from a players side paid off. Plus, we talk about drafting Bryce Young and whether he will ever be able to find success in Carolina. Bonus: Neil Stratton gives is a little teaser of his upcoming book (his 3rd!!) all about the 2016 NFL Draft. @Panthers @SeniorBowl @Steelers @Falcons @NFL @NFLDraft @ArkansasRazorbacksFootball @AlabamaStateFootball @Saints @Chargers @Seahawks @FFSN

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The Jets and owner Woody Johnson started the annual firing cycle this week, on the coaching side, but are front office names in jeopardy as well? Joe Douglas is highly respected, does he get to pick the next coach? Neil and Rodrik don't speculate on the potentials, but instead, dig into what the successful traits today's owners seem to be gravitating to. From the media element to what should be standard. Plus, Neil gives some names that should be part of the annual interview process for that GM chair. Plus, scouting visits, the the internal scouting battle Rodrik has and more. @NFL @NFLDraft @Jets @Patriots @49ers @Saints @Jaguars @Panthers @Cowboys

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The NFL Draft Bible was once one of the hottest guides for those interested in the NFL Draft. But with changes in technology, paper copies went by the wayside, so changes had to be made. Adaptability; that is what today's guest, Ric Serritella, talked about, among other things, as his journey through the football world took him all across the country, and even north of the border. From a start with the YES Network to NFL All Star games, his new iteration of the Draft Bible to the Edmonton Elks. Ric has some unique opinions and perspectives that make you think about the game from a different lens. @EdmontonElks @NFL @NFLDraft @CFL

Ric Serritella

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Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv

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Are NCAA All-Star games going the way of the dinosaur? Just a short time ago the 3rd game in the pecking order disappeared and now, with questions at the top, the Hula Bowl may be in jeopardy as well. Dane Vandernat, former Director of Player Personnel for the NFLPA Game joins us to talk all star games, dealing with agents, some of the best and worst stories from the game and where he thinks all star games are heading. Plus, Jamarcus Russell, Derek Carr, Jason Campbell, Jon Gruden and more. His time with the Raiders was certainly full of learning. Dane talks about all a team is going through right now and where a pro department is likely focused. @Raiders @SRBowl @ShrineGame @HulaBowl @CGSAllStar @NFL @NFLPA @NFLDraft @Saints

Dane Vandernat - @DVandernat

Neil Stratton - @InsidetheLeague

Rodrik David - @RightStepAdv

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Leading through challenges is what often separates good leaders from great leaders. Great teams have great cultures, great cultures have great leaders, and somewhere in the midst of it all, is someone who helps drive those leaders in one way or another. Whether he would ever take credit for it, Jack Easterby has been a pivotal part of some of the great franchises we see operating today. Houston, Kansas City and New England all had roles for Jack and through it all, he led with the same, steady approach that he always had. Neil and I talk with Jack about all things culture and what it truly means. @Patriots @Texans @Chiefs @NFLDraft @Gamecocks

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There are many ways to construct, build, adjust and win within NFL Front Offices. Different philosophies and leaders have kept certain franchises at the top of the game year in and year out - and the Philadelphia Eagles, behind GM Howie Roseman, is certainly one of those. From his start on the salary cap side of the front office to his growing role in personnel and evaluation - navigating life with 4 different head coaches - to even being exiled for a time, just to come back and lead the team to another Super Bowl, Howie Roseman has shown why he has deserved both of his Executive of the Year awards. We talk with Fran Duffy, who is as knowledgeable as any on all things Eagles front office, in a fascinating and in-depth look at one of the most stable franchises in the NFL. @Eagles @Jets @Packers @NFL @NFLDraft @Chiefs @MarkDulgerian #NFLIPP

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Neil Stratton - @InsidetheLeague

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