The Dallas Cowboys usually do well in the NFL Draft, but it hasn’t worked out all the time. Is it possible the team loses their final 2017 draft selections to free agency this offseason?
Now she is conspicuous again bluntly ruling out the elimination of the filibuster as she promised back in 2019. This not only forces Chuck Schumer into a power sharing agreement in a 50-50 senate (based on the 2001 model) but also means that the Democrats will have to use reconciliation to push through their most radical bills as the only way to pass something with 50 votes (plus Harris).
A Democrat who keeps her promise even after she wins? That’s what I call a “Maverick” but I expect that term will not be applied to her by the press
Unexpectedly of course.
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As we’ve focused on quarterbacks for the past month, the San Francisco 49ers offensive line have found their way into these conversations. Oftentimes, negatively, thanks to ESPN’s stat called “pass block win rate.”
Here’s how ESPN describes PBWR, the metric:
Our pass rush win rate metric tells us how often a pass-rusher is able to beat his block within 2.5 seconds.
The 49ers ranked 22nd in 2020 at 54% in PBWR. They were worse in 2019 with a 45% win-rate, but the team ranked higher as the Niners finished 13th.
The stat sounds good in theory, but it lacks the nuance and context necessary to be reliable. PBWR doesn’t factor in blitzing or double teams, both of which are essential factors when talking about line play on either side of the ball. You could argue that the offensive line works to have a double team on more plays than not. Add in the lack of blitzing, and PBWR effectively ignores a good portion of plays during a game.
Should Zim Stay or Should Zim Go? By Sam Dethloff on Jan 2, 2021, 10:35pm CST +
Deciding whether to retain or let a coach go is not, and should not, be a trivial decision. Franchises that frequently punch their ticket for the coaching carousel lack the stability to develop players, retain talent and employ a coherent strategy. The Lions, Browns and Jets are prime examples over the past two decades. Yet, teams that are too loyal may only be delaying the inevitable of hitting rock bottom - Consider Marvin Lewis s tenure with the Cincinnati Bengals from 2003 to 2018. Mike Zimmer has been the head coach of the Vikings since 2014, having produced a few notable highlights and some lowlights as well. Given the team s recent struggles in 2020, it is fair to argue that the Vikings should consider moving on in 2021. However, we Vikings fans may be suffering from myopia after that recent Christmas Day gift we all just received. After all, Mike Zimmer has a solid winning record