Schlereth Not a Fan of “Analytic Nerds”
NFL on Fox Analyst Mark Schlereth was blunt about Denver’s fourth-down decision, calling it a mistake rooted more in spreadsheets than football sense. With a backup quarterback, a defense playing well, and snow on the way, Schlereth said taking the points was the smart play. He questioned whether analytics can truly account for matchups, blocking, and weather. Long term, he’s optimistic about the Broncos, praising Bo Nix and the roster foundation, but emphasized the need for more offensive weapons. Schlereth also showed love for Drake Maye’s instincts and expressed excitement for Sam Darnold’s moment.