It's Time For Tua Tagovailoa to Consider Retirement
Another concussion and scary moment for Miami’s quarterback. Have we reached the point where he needs to just walk away? It’s 4th down in...
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Omar Zahran
Sep 8
The Kansas City Chiefs and the Dynasty Paradox
As the Chiefs chase a threepeat, the target on them has never been larger The NFL season kicked off this week with a much-anticipated...
Kenneth Cotterill
Aug 1
Unveiling the Hidden Gems: Four NFL Tight End Fantasy Sleepers for 2024-25
August is upon us which means fantasy football draft season is close. Kenneth gives you four tight ends to take in your drafts this season
Omar Zahran
May 1
OJ Simpson, the Intoxication of Fame, and the Monster Lurking Within
Reflecting on the murder and trial that captivated a nation…and the lessons from an unchecked desire for celebrity There is no...
Omar Zahran
Apr 20
Rethinking Player Contracts in the Context of Percentages
Salaries of players continue to rise, causing many to lose sight of a player’s value. Viewing contracts relative to the salary cap could...
Omar Zahran
Mar 17
College Football's Duopoly, Super Conferences, & a Shifting Landscape
The Big Ten and SEC are starting to look a lot more like the NFL, a change that is by design in the new and ever-changing world of...
Omar Zahran
Feb 8
The Evolving Importance of Offensive Coordinators in the NFL
In a league increasingly dominated by quarterback play, a surprising trend emerges: offensive coordinators are choosing to stay put,...
Omar Zahran
Jan 14
The Unique Legacy of the Number 88 in Dallas
For Dallas Cowboys fans, the number 88 isn't just digits on a jersey; it's a symbol of greatness passed down through generations of elite...
Cole Raines
Jan 14
Toilet Tribune: To Comeback or To Play?
Back to the Crapper? Indulge in the conversation that is dominating the football world. Hamlin or Flacco for CPOY?
Omar Zahran
Dec 26, 2023
Rethinking the Backup QB in Today's NFL
As injuries rewrite the quarterback landscape, one question emerges: are we ready to embrace a future where backups aren't just...
Omar Zahran
Dec 3, 2023
The Refreshing Authenticity of Giants QB Tommy DeVito
Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito is proudly embracing his Italian heritage and bringing a refreshing dose of authenticity to the league...
Omar Zahran
Nov 18, 2023
Michigan's Sign-Stealing Scandal Is Just Another Symptom of the NCAA's Failure to Adapt
Between NIL, the transfer portal, and sign stealing, the NCAA is showing its ineptitude to govern big time college football more by the...
Omar Zahran
Oct 29, 2023
Arm Talent, Winning, and the Justin Herbert Paradox
The Charger QB is a gifted thrower but that hasn’t translated into meaningful wins. Are we giving him a pass because of his highlight...
Omar Zahran
Oct 21, 2023
The NFL's Global Ambition: the Endgame of Playing Games in Europe
The league is thinking with a more international focus. But is the end goal to have bigger games overseas or something much greater? It...
Omar Zahran
Sep 29, 2023
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and the NFL's Opportunity For a Broader Fanbase
A potential budding relationship is giving the NFL and the sport of football a chance to attract a more diverse audience than we have...
Omar Zahran
Sep 21, 2023
The Unwavering & Merciless Curse of the New York Jets
Four plays into his Jets career, Aaron Rodgers is done for the year in the latest example of misfortune and misery for Gang Green. Fans...
Omar Zahran
Sep 16, 2023
The Rise of Positionless Defense in the NFL
Do-it-all safeties, shifting defensive linemen, and the never ending pursuit of confusing and perplexing modern offenses Anyone that has...
Omar Zahran
Sep 13, 2023
The Long Overdue Renaissance of the Detroit Lions Has Finally Arrived
Dan Campbell’s tenets of grit, accountability, and toughness is starting to pay dividends in the Motor City and could finally mean...
Omar Zahran
Sep 8, 2023
Deion Sanders and the Reimagination of the College Football Coach
Aggressive player acquisition, swagger, and virality are now just as important in winning on Saturday as having great play design. And...
Omar Zahran
Sep 4, 2023
The Unraveling Trey Lance Experiment: Lessons in High-Ceiling Quarterback Gambles
The 49ers have moved on from their 2021 pick and in the process have brought into question the methodology of taking players based solely...
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