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In Defense of Drafting Running Backs (Not Named Trent Richardson)

A running back isn't expected to go in first 24 picks of the NFL draft again this year. Looking at the data, it might be time to start asking why.

2 years ago Kevin Chroust, Taylor Bechtold

NFL

Pick 5: Which of the Prized Quarterbacks Are Lottery Tickets Waiting to Be Cashed?

Leading up to the NFL draft, we’re looking at the most interesting players at each position. Today, our focus is on the QBs who could go in the top 10.

2 years ago Rob Lancaster, Scott Garbarini, Ben Spratt, Nicholas McGee

NFL

Urban Planning: Why Trevor Lawrence Is Only the First Piece to Jacksonville’s Puzzle

With a new coach and presumably a new quarterback, the Jags have begun their rebuild. What does the next step look like?

2 years ago Ben Spratt

NFL

Will the Jets Be Flying High With Zach Wilson Under Center in 2021?

Sam Darnold is gone and it looks like Zach Wilson is coming in. New York Jets fans have plenty of reasons to be optimistic in 2021.

2 years ago Nicholas McGee

NFL

Sound Investments: In Defense of Drafting Quarterbacks

How has prioritizing the quarterback position on draft day worked out? We look back at two decades of W-L percentage to find out.

2 years ago Ethan D. Cooperson

NFL

Texan Turmoil: Who Will Be Houston’s Starting QB in Week 1?

They inexplicably traded an All-Pro, the face of the team has left and now their star QB is in trouble. We look at where the Texans might go from here.

2 years ago Ben Spratt, Taylor Bechtold

NFL

Burn Resistant: Which Cornerback Prospects Will Throw a Wet Blanket on NFL Receivers?

Leading up to the next week's draft, we're taking a look at the most interesting players at each position. Today, we dive into the players to watch in the secondary.

2 years ago Greg Gifford

NFL College Football FCS Football

‘NDSQBU’ Documentary Spotlights the Emergence of NFL-Bound QB Trey Lance and an FCS Dynasty

Stats Perform will tell the story of Lance and North Dakota State's remarkable title run on Bally Sports Regional Networks. It will also air Friday here on The Analyst.

2 years ago Craig Haley

NFL

Will This Year’s Receiver Prospects Be Even Better Than the Celebrated 2020 Draft Class?

Leading up to next week's NFL draft, we're taking a look at the most interesting players at each position. Today, it's the wideouts that have our attention.

2 years ago Nicholas McGee

NFL

At a Crossroads: Which Direction Will the Falcons Go at No. 4?

Matty Ice is still getting it done at a high level, but does that mean the Falcons won't draft a QB? What they choose to do should speak volumes.

2 years ago Nicholas McGee