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Author Archives: Brian Filipiak

Déjà Vu: Blount Tramples The Colts

The New England Patriots did not compile as many total rushing yards as in recent matchups against Indianapolis, but running back LeGarrette Blount tramples the Colts every time they meet. The Patriots tailback averaged 5.8 yards per carry and, as Brian Filipiak explains, recorded his longest gain on the ground this season thanks in large part to…

October 23, 2015Leave a commentNew England Patriots, NFL OffenseBy Brian Filipiak

Richardson Returns: Jets Top-Ranked Defense Only Getting Better

The New York Jets defense ranks atop the league in fewest points and total yards allowed per game entering Week 7. The already dominant defense became even stronger as Pro Bowl defensive lineman Sheldon Richardson returns from a four game suspension. Making his season debut against Washington in a Week 6 win, Richardson reunited with fellow defensive…

October 22, 2015Leave a commentNew York Jets, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

Running On Indy: Patriots Ground Game Looking For Repeat Performance

The New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts are set to square off in Week 6 in a rematch of last season’s AFC Championship Game. Brian Filipiak shows that no matter the back, style, or scheme, the New England ground game has shown that there is more than one way to go running on Indy. Over the…

October 16, 20152 CommentsIndianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, NFL OffenseBy Brian Filipiak

Stanford In The Middle: Rookies Revamp The Indianapolis Colts Run Defense

The Indianapolis Colts defense is fresh off its best performance against the run this season, holding the Houston Texans to 82 yards on the ground in a Week 5 victory. Brian Filipiak looks at the rookies revamping the Colts run defense. Operating with a completely new starting defensive line, the Colts much-maligned run defense from…

October 16, 2015Leave a commentIndianapolis Colts, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

Broncos Overload Blitz Troubles Bridgewater

The Denver Broncos defense continued it’s dominance in Week 4 against the Minnesota Vikings, sacking quarterback Teddy Bridgewater seven times for a total loss of 57 yards. Using a medley of pressure schemes in an attempt to harass and confuse the second-year QB throughout the tightly contested game, Brian Filipiak shows how the Broncos overload blitz…

October 9, 2015Leave a commentDenver Broncos, Minnesota Vikings, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

Ravens Defense Cracks Down On The QB Sweep

The Baltimore Ravens captured their first win of 2015 in Week 4, overcoming a 13-point deficit before squeaking it out in overtime against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Twice, the Ravens defense delivered key fourth down stops in their own territory during the extra quarter. Brian Filipiak looks at how the Ravens defense cracks down on the…

October 7, 2015Leave a commentBaltimore Ravens, NFL Defense, Pittsburgh SteelersBy Brian Filipiak

The New England Patriots Wham Schemes

The New England Patriots have coasted into their bye week with a spotless record, largely due to their passing attack. However, the team still knows how to run the ball effectively. Brian Filipiak shows us how the effective Patriots wham schemes helped them amass a large amount of yards against the Jacksonville Jaguars in just a…

October 2, 20154 CommentsNew England Patriots, NFL OffenseBy Brian Filipiak

Pressure Schemes: Blitzing Without Rush Lane Integrity

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles has faced many blitzes in his young career, and after being sacked a league-high 55 times, he has put in work to improve his ability to climb the pocket and escape pressure schemes. Brian Filipiak looks at one such example of Bortles beating the blitz. Every defensive game plan makes finding…

September 25, 2015Leave a commentJacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

Picking It Up: Dion Lewis In Pass Protection

The New England Patriots entered their Week 1 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers with a new corps of running backs.  Brian Filipiak rolled tape on the surprise performance of Dion Lewis in pass protection. Every week, running backs around the league fill the stat sheet with rushing yards and receptions. But one important facet of…

September 17, 20151 CommentNew England Patriots, NFL Offense, Pittsburgh SteelersBy Brian Filipiak

Brian Filipiak’s DL Prospect Quick Hits

As the 2015 NFL Draft nears closer, Inside The Pylon takes a glance at a deep defensive line class that offers an abundance of scheme versatility and star potential. From the consensus day one selections to those flying under the radar, Brian Filipiak highlights a handful of the NFL’s future big uglies in the middle.…

April 30, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

NFL Draft Profile: LSU OL La’el Collins

LSU OT La’el Collins heads into the 2015 NFL Draft on a high note after finishing his collegiate career with the SEC’s most prestigious award for offensive linemen. A consensus first day pick, the only questions surrounding the former Tiger are just how early in the first round he is selected and if the team that…

April 28, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, LSU Tigers, NFL OffenseBy Brian Filipiak

NFL Draft Profile: Florida State DL Eddie Goldman

Florida State DL Eddie Goldman is one of the top talents at his position and a likely a first round selection in the 2015 NFL Draft. Brian Filipiak explores whether the defender’s tools and technique match his impressive physical appearance. An imposing figure possessing the prototypical build of a defensive tackle, Eddie Goldman was an…

April 20, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, Florida State Seminoles, NFL DefenseBy Brian Filipiak

NFL Draft Profile: South Carolina OG A.J. Cann

South Carolina OG A.J. Cann enters the 2015 NFL Draft as one of the top pure offensive guards in his class. Offering a wealth of experience and well-rounded ability, the ever-steady and durable left guard started in all but one contest over the last four seasons. After redshirting in 2010, Cann earned the starting job…

April 7, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, NFL Offense, South Carolina GamecocksBy Brian Filipiak

New Patriots RB Travaris Cadet: Wait, Who?

New England Patriots RB Travaris Cadet becomes the latest depth addition to the backfield. Brian Filipiak examines how the fourth-year pro might help fill the void left behind by departed pass-catching back Shane Vereen. After the New Orleans Saints non-tendered Travaris Cadet, making him a restricted free agent, New England signed the running back in…

April 6, 20152 CommentsNew England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, NFL OffenseBy Brian Filipiak

NFL Draft Profile: Oklahoma DT Jordan Phillips

Oklahoma DT Jordan Phillips combines a hulking frame with unexpected agility, making him one of the premier interior defensive lineman in the 2015 NFL Draft. While his tantalizing size and talent-level could result in a day one selection by a team in need of a space-eating anchor, Phillips’€™s limited game-day experience and bouts of inconsistency…

April 2, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, NFL Defense, Oklahoma SoonersBy Brian Filipiak

NFL Draft Profile: Wisconsin OT Rob Havenstein

Wisconsin OT Rob Havenstein did little to improve his stock in the 2015 NFL Draft following unremarkable results at the NFL Scouting Combine. But the three-year starter at right tackle, who helped the Badgers running game set records in his final season, has a workable foundation to build upon and the potential to develop into…

March 31, 2015Leave a comment2015 NFL Draft, NFL Offense, Wisconsin BadgersBy Brian Filipiak
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