The tight end class for the 2016 NFL Draft lacked star power, with no standout prospects that appear to be game-changers at the next level. Fortunately for NFL teams, the upcoming class looks to be much stronger, with a number of players who project to have strong traits for the NFL game. The July 19…
Just understanding defense is tough; playing is even harder. Breaking down the skills a defender needs to succeed in the NFL becomes critical for evaluating players. Here, Sal Conti explains how to evaluate upfield burst for defensive linemen. Context is critical in the proper evaluation of football personnel. Without investigating and understanding context, your eyes may…
Many people have long viewed kickers as a necessary evil. Some have wondered whether kickers belong in football. After missing big kicks, many question whether their team should ever trust their kicker. But the fact remains that we are currently witnessing the best league-wide kicker performances in history. So the NFL wants to change that…
