Posts by Alan Guzzi
Tucker Believes in Second-Chance Head Coaches
CBS Sports Ross Tucker joined DP and covered everything from Pro Bowl confusion to the balance between analytics and coaching instinct. Tucker questioned how Pro Bowl designations are handed out, joked about résumé padding, and explained why analytics should inform decisions, not replace common sense. He broke down why the Rams and Broncos lost, putting…
Read MoreSchlereth 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,…
Read MoreGolic: In a Rock Fight, You Take the Points
FanDuel Sports Mike Golic weighed in on a weather driven defensive battle, and he was clear on one thing: take the points. He criticized Denver’s fourth down gamble, saying in a rock fight you go up two scores and lean on your defense, not analytics. Golic praised the Patriots’ discipline under Mike Vrabel and Drake…
Read MoreMcCourty Reveals DB secrets
3x Super Bowl champion Devin McCourty breaks down Super Bowl memories and defensive chess matches, from disguising coverages to making quarterbacks think they have answers that disappear at the snap. He explains how game plans shift for Jarrett Stidham versus Bo Nix, why pressure is the great equalizer, and how Seattle will dare Sam Darnold…
Read MoreFortier Talks Niners Injury Buzz
The Washington Post’s Sam Fortier explained how a TikTok tip on electrical substations turned into a full blown investigation after agents and players confirmed the conversation was spreading inside NFL circles. Fortier spoke with EMF experts who stressed there is no clear data linking this to injuries, though the subject has not been deeply studied.…
Read MoreIs the SEC Really Falling Behind?
Booger McFarland weighed in on the Bills moving on from Sean McDermott, framing it as a win-now decision with Josh Allen entering his prime, much like the Warriors’ shift from Mark Jackson to Steve Kerr. He pointed to Baltimore as the most attractive coaching opening, discussed the pressure on Jarrett Stidham and Sean Payton, and…
Read MoreInside the Awkward Optics in Buffalo
Buffalo News contributor Jay Skurski broke down the awkward optics surrounding the Buffalo Bills’ recent press conference, noting owner Terry Pegula’s surprise appearance and how it quickly complicated the message. Skurski questioned why Josh Allen’s costly turnovers went largely unaddressed, while Sean McDermott’s fate felt sealed short of a Super Bowl run. Skurski said McDermott…
Read MoreOne Free Throw Still Keeps Reggie Miller Up
NBA on NBC lead analyst Reggie Miller opened up about the moment that still haunts him, missing a free throw at home against the Knicks that helped flip an Eastern Conference Finals series. From there, Miller touched on today’s NBA, questioning the Knicks’ chemistry, wondering how the Warriors avoid wasting Stephen Curry’s final years, and…
Read MoreWhat Moment Still Haunts Jason Garrett?
NBC Football Night in America contributor Jason Garrett revisited the moments that still sting, starting with the Dez Bryant catch he believes should live in NFL lore, not replay controversy. He explained why the football move standard failed Dallas and how similar calls still confuse everyone. Garrett also touched on interviewing for the Titans job,…
Read MoreRegression Coming in Chicago?
CBS Sports’ Ross Tucker framed the Sean McDermott firing as a familiar NFL gamble: is being good enough, or do you risk stability to chase greatness. He didn’t love McDermott’s final press conference, wishing the coach owned more responsibility. Tucker likes the Bears’ direction but warned regression may be coming after so many late wins…
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