Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at key data and trends to watch heading into the 2024 NFL season. In the first half of each pod, Matt Harmon and his guest will take a closer look at a trend and how it played out last season. The second half of the pod will be dedicated to identifying the players who will benefit most from that trend in the upcoming season.
In the first episode of the series, Fantasy Points’ Ryan Heath appeared on the show. “First down per route run.” It should be one of the biggest metrics for judging the success and efficiency of an NFL wide receiver.
(1:50) – Data and trends that will shape the 2024 NFL season series kicks off
(2:54) – Stats to know: First downs by route
(8:15) – What is the difference between 1st downs per route and yards per route?
(13:52) – What is a “big play merchant” and what are some examples?
(17:19) – What is a “merchant of possessions” and what are some examples of such people?
(25:45) – First Down Runner by Route: Dontaevion Wicks
(32:15) – First Down Runner by Route: Russie Rice
(39:30) – 1st Down Runner by Route: Jaylen Waddle
(46:50) – Big Play Merchant Alert: Jayden Reed
(55:00) – Big Play Merchant Warning: George Pickens
(59:54) – Big Play Merchant Alert: Jordan Addison
(1:03:50) – Big Play Merchant Warning: Jameson Williams
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