Over the next few weeks, we’ll delve into the data and trends that are critical to keep in mind heading into the 2024 NFL season. In the first half of each group, Matt Harmon and his guest will take an in-depth look at the trend to see how it played out last season. The second half of the group will be dedicated to trying to identify the players who will benefit the most from that trend in the upcoming season.
For the first installment of the series, Ryan Heath from fantasy points joins the show to discuss why ‘First descents per route’ It should be one of the most important guides in determining the success and efficiency of wide receivers in the NFL.
(1:50) – The data and trends that will shape the 2024 NFL season series begin
(2:54) – Facts you should know: first descents by route taken
(8:15) – What is the difference between first downs per route and yards per route run?
(13:52) – What is a ‘Big Play Merchant’ and who are examples of it?
(17:19) – What is a ‘possession merchant’ and who are examples of them?
(25:45) – First route attempts, career star: Dontayvion Wicks
(32:15) – First down route star: Rashee Rice
(39:30) – 1st attempt by route star: Jaylen Waddle
(46:50) – Big Play Trader Warning: Jayden Reed
(55:00) – Big Play Merchant Warning: George Pickens
(59:54) – Big Play Trader Warning: Jordan Addison
(1:03:50) – Big Play Trader Warning: Jameson Williams
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