Sean Payton’s failed fourth-down call in AFC Championship Game loss proves analytics shouldn’t always be trusted

Sean Payton’s Controversial Fourth-Down Decision in AFC Championship Loss Highlights the Limits of Analytics NFL coaches should be cautious about relying solely on analytics, as demonstrated by Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton’s decision during the AFC Championship Game. With the Broncos leading 7-0 in the second quarter, Payton opted for a risky fourth-and-1 play … Read more

Hiring Mike McCarthy would break Steelers’ longtime precedent, and franchise shouldn’t do that 

Hiring Mike McCarthy would violate the Steelers’ longstanding tradition, and the franchise should reconsider. Since 1969, the Pittsburgh Steelers have consistently hired unseasoned assistants as head coaches, leading to three successful tenures: Chuck Noll, Bill Cowher, and Mike Tomlin. None had prior head-coaching experience but shared essential coaching attributes. Noll, a former defensive coordinator, won … Read more

The Ravens shouldn’t trade Keaton Mitchell. Here’s why they might.

Here’s why the Ravens might consider trading Keaton Mitchell, despite reasons they shouldn’t. The Ravens may need to make decisions before the trade deadline if they continue to struggle. Running back Keaton Mitchell, who has been a healthy scratch in most games, is suggested as a potential trade target. However, trading him may not be … Read more