In pro football, analytics has tactical value. It is not and is unlikely to ever be the strategic tool that it is in baseball. Also, it’s not entirely clear how good analytics has been for baseball.
Analytics is really more like an archeological dig than it is an innovative new technology. The data unearths things that have already been a part of the game forever and simply says, "Okay, we may have some better understanding of this thing now" but to turn around and use that information to gain an advantage in the future...there's no proof that is the case, I agree.
My take is that positional value is not an absolute thing that applies in the same way to every team.
For example: If your QB is Geno Smith, it’s unlikely that you’ll ever have an elite passing game no matter who your receivers are. So, of course running back has more value to your team than, say, Buffalo. It’s the only way that you can get elite production on offense.
After the draft, when I went to video, I saw Sweetness in style and footwork in the interior line. I know that's a high bar, but I'm a fan so why not?
Payton just had that make-them-miss ability of twisting at the right moment, getting sideways to avoid, or gaining another gear on the field that didn't show up in his 40 time.
Too much comparison for Ken to fill? Sure, but the style is there, many similar college results, and, actually, a good system by coming to Seattle.
I love the pick, and don't really care about value. 9.9 times out of 10 JS is going to understand that more than me. But on the .01 time, I'll take $250k or so just because I helped!
I continue to be amazed at how logical, how seemingly obvious your commentaries are. By the time I finish I feel like Homer Simpson...doh.
right on right on ....
Totally agree with you. I think it was a great pick and really look forward to watching him play.
Exactly, not everything fits into one neat package !!
In pro football, analytics has tactical value. It is not and is unlikely to ever be the strategic tool that it is in baseball. Also, it’s not entirely clear how good analytics has been for baseball.
Analytics is really more like an archeological dig than it is an innovative new technology. The data unearths things that have already been a part of the game forever and simply says, "Okay, we may have some better understanding of this thing now" but to turn around and use that information to gain an advantage in the future...there's no proof that is the case, I agree.
You put the point better than me—I just retired and haven’t completely emerged from Corporate White Paper Land!
Positional value is not a real thing. Any position can be picked in round 1 HOF Ray Guy punter Oakland Raiders
My take is that positional value is not an absolute thing that applies in the same way to every team.
For example: If your QB is Geno Smith, it’s unlikely that you’ll ever have an elite passing game no matter who your receivers are. So, of course running back has more value to your team than, say, Buffalo. It’s the only way that you can get elite production on offense.
Yes, running backs don't count. That's why there are more running backs in the HOF than any other position.
NICE!
After the draft, when I went to video, I saw Sweetness in style and footwork in the interior line. I know that's a high bar, but I'm a fan so why not?
Payton just had that make-them-miss ability of twisting at the right moment, getting sideways to avoid, or gaining another gear on the field that didn't show up in his 40 time.
Too much comparison for Ken to fill? Sure, but the style is there, many similar college results, and, actually, a good system by coming to Seattle.
I love the pick, and don't really care about value. 9.9 times out of 10 JS is going to understand that more than me. But on the .01 time, I'll take $250k or so just because I helped!