What NFL analytics staffers say about OT possession advantages: Better to have the ball first or second?

Which is more advantageous in overtime possessions: Having the ball first or second? Insights from NFL analytics staffers Ben Solak and Seth Walder are ESPN analysts who provide expert analysis on NFL games. In a recent article, they discussed the strategic implications of the new regular-season overtime rules for the 2025 NFL season. Teams are … Read more

NFL Week 2 winners, losers: Eagles defense dominates Super Bowl rematch

Eagles Defense Shines in Super Bowl Rematch: NFL Week 2 Winners and Losers In the NFL’s Week 2, the Indianapolis Colts are 2-0 thanks to Jonathan Taylor’s performance. Special teams blunders were widespread across games on Sunday. Winners include Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions, who scored 52 points against Chicago with a five-touchdown effort. … Read more

Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is coming for GOAT status — and an NFL record may be weeks away

Brandon Aubrey, Cowboys’ kicker, is on a mission to achieve GOAT status and break an NFL record in the coming weeks Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey made a game-winning 46-yard field goal in overtime against the New York Giants, thrilling the crowd and his teammates. Aubrey, who is in his third NFL season, has already … Read more