Thomas Valentine
@thomasvalentine.bsky.social
Football writer for PFF
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The best offenses in the NFL all have one thing in common: they know how to convert on third down.
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, I looked at the top offenses on third-and-short, third-and-medium, and third-and-long to see who did it best.
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For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, I looked at the top offenses on third-and-short, third-and-medium, and third-and-long to see who did it best.
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Top NFL offenses on third down from 2024
Third-down success is crucial to sustaining drives and, well, scoring points. These were the NFL's best teams at doing so this past season.
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August 6, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The best offenses in the NFL all have one thing in common: they know how to convert on third down.
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, I looked at the top offenses on third-and-short, third-and-medium, and third-and-long to see who did it best.
www.pff.com/news/nfl-top...
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, I looked at the top offenses on third-and-short, third-and-medium, and third-and-long to see who did it best.
www.pff.com/news/nfl-top...
Scripted plays remain a big part of any NFL offense, but let me hit you with a nice simple question: Who does it best?
I had a dig into the numbers for @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
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I had a dig into the numbers for @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
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Top 10 NFL teams in EPA on scripted plays
Scripted plays, defined as the first 15 offensive plays for each team in this scenario, can set the tone in a game.
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August 5, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Scripted plays remain a big part of any NFL offense, but let me hit you with a nice simple question: Who does it best?
I had a dig into the numbers for @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-top...
I had a dig into the numbers for @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-top...
🚨NEW WORDS!!🚨
Every year, some teams blow past their win projections. So, using @profootballfocus.bsky.social win projection totals, let's take a stab at who the darkhorses to do it in 2025 are.
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Every year, some teams blow past their win projections. So, using @profootballfocus.bsky.social win projection totals, let's take a stab at who the darkhorses to do it in 2025 are.
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5 dark-horse NFL teams that could surpass win projections in 2025
Don't discount these teams from surging past the sportsbooks' lines and exceed expectations in 2025.
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July 30, 2025 at 3:45 PM
🚨NEW WORDS!!🚨
Every year, some teams blow past their win projections. So, using @profootballfocus.bsky.social win projection totals, let's take a stab at who the darkhorses to do it in 2025 are.
www.pff.com/news/nfl-dar...
Every year, some teams blow past their win projections. So, using @profootballfocus.bsky.social win projection totals, let's take a stab at who the darkhorses to do it in 2025 are.
www.pff.com/news/nfl-dar...
🚨New to Substack🚨
We're ranking the top 10 running backs ahead of the 2025 NFL season at Sideline to Sideline! Who makes the top 10, and who earns the crown as the best running back in the NFL 👑?
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We're ranking the top 10 running backs ahead of the 2025 NFL season at Sideline to Sideline! Who makes the top 10, and who earns the crown as the best running back in the NFL 👑?
Like, subscribe, and find out here:
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2025 NFL Running Back Rankings
Who are the NFL's best running backs, and where do they stack up in the rankings?
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July 18, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🚨New to Substack🚨
We're ranking the top 10 running backs ahead of the 2025 NFL season at Sideline to Sideline! Who makes the top 10, and who earns the crown as the best running back in the NFL 👑?
Like, subscribe, and find out here:
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We're ranking the top 10 running backs ahead of the 2025 NFL season at Sideline to Sideline! Who makes the top 10, and who earns the crown as the best running back in the NFL 👑?
Like, subscribe, and find out here:
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Reposted by Thomas Valentine
🚨New content dropping at Sideline to Sideline🚨
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
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It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
Ranking the top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL heading into 2025
A little exercise to cure the offseason blues, but who makes the top 10?
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July 2, 2025 at 5:53 PM
🚨New content dropping at Sideline to Sideline🚨
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
🚨New content dropping at Sideline to Sideline🚨
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
Ranking the top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL heading into 2025
A little exercise to cure the offseason blues, but who makes the top 10?
substack.com
July 2, 2025 at 5:53 PM
🚨New content dropping at Sideline to Sideline🚨
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
It only feels right to drop positional rankings in the lead-up to NFL training camp, and we're kicking it off with the top 10 quarterbacks heading into the 2025 season!
Make sure to like and subscribe!
substack.com/@sidelinetos...
Haven't given Bluesky a proper crack yet, so I want to reintroduce myself!
I'm Thomas, a freelance sports writer working for publications like PFF and Athlon! Here to talk all things #sports, but mostly #NFL and #NBA - but I love talking #films
Hope this finds the right people and we can connect!
I'm Thomas, a freelance sports writer working for publications like PFF and Athlon! Here to talk all things #sports, but mostly #NFL and #NBA - but I love talking #films
Hope this finds the right people and we can connect!
June 30, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Some nice Sunday reading for you over at Sideline to Sideline:
Sports debates, and why the hell do we get so nitpicky?
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Sports debates, and why the hell do we get so nitpicky?
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Why are we so nitpicky in sports debates?
I have some thoughts.
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June 29, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Some nice Sunday reading for you over at Sideline to Sideline:
Sports debates, and why the hell do we get so nitpicky?
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Sports debates, and why the hell do we get so nitpicky?
substack.com/home/post/p-...
Just as a reminder, my new NFL Newsletter "Sideline to Sideline" is out now!
And let's start by having a conversation about Mike Tomlin and the Steelers.
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And let's start by having a conversation about Mike Tomlin and the Steelers.
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
An uncomfortable conversation about Mike Tomlin's future with the Pittsburgh Steelers
A NFL franchise that knows how to win, but do they know how to change?
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June 26, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Just as a reminder, my new NFL Newsletter "Sideline to Sideline" is out now!
And let's start by having a conversation about Mike Tomlin and the Steelers.
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
And let's start by having a conversation about Mike Tomlin and the Steelers.
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
I've started a newsletter called Sideline to Sideline, and the first edition, "An uncomfortable conversation about Mike Tomlin's future with the Pittsburgh Steelers," is out now!
I'd really appreciate your support by liking and subscribing!
Thanks!
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
I'd really appreciate your support by liking and subscribing!
Thanks!
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
An uncomfortable conversation about Mike Tomlin's future with the Pittsburgh Steelers
A NFL franchise that knows how to win, but do they know how to change?
open.substack.com
June 26, 2025 at 2:37 PM
I've started a newsletter called Sideline to Sideline, and the first edition, "An uncomfortable conversation about Mike Tomlin's future with the Pittsburgh Steelers," is out now!
I'd really appreciate your support by liking and subscribing!
Thanks!
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
I'd really appreciate your support by liking and subscribing!
Thanks!
open.substack.com/pub/sideline...
Big-time throws since 2022 (incl. playoffs) per
@profootballfocus.bsky.social
1. Josh Allen (137)🤯
2. Geno Smith (95)
T3. Joe Burrow (93)
T3. Patrick Mahomes (93)
5. Trevor Lawrence (83)
The gap from Allen to Smith is bigger than from Smith to Kirk Cousins in 18th. Insane🏈🔥! #BillsMafia
@profootballfocus.bsky.social
1. Josh Allen (137)🤯
2. Geno Smith (95)
T3. Joe Burrow (93)
T3. Patrick Mahomes (93)
5. Trevor Lawrence (83)
The gap from Allen to Smith is bigger than from Smith to Kirk Cousins in 18th. Insane🏈🔥! #BillsMafia
May 23, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Big-time throws since 2022 (incl. playoffs) per
@profootballfocus.bsky.social
1. Josh Allen (137)🤯
2. Geno Smith (95)
T3. Joe Burrow (93)
T3. Patrick Mahomes (93)
5. Trevor Lawrence (83)
The gap from Allen to Smith is bigger than from Smith to Kirk Cousins in 18th. Insane🏈🔥! #BillsMafia
@profootballfocus.bsky.social
1. Josh Allen (137)🤯
2. Geno Smith (95)
T3. Joe Burrow (93)
T3. Patrick Mahomes (93)
5. Trevor Lawrence (83)
The gap from Allen to Smith is bigger than from Smith to Kirk Cousins in 18th. Insane🏈🔥! #BillsMafia
We're digging deep into offseason content over the next few days, and looking at @profootballfocus.bsky.social's highest-graded player at every position from the 2020-2024 NFL Drafts. Naturally, we're starting with the 2020 NFL Draft, featuring the likes of Justin Jefferson!
Highest-graded player at every position from the 2020 NFL Draft
We're looking back at the 2020 NFL Draft class and its top performers, including wide receiver Justin Jefferson.
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May 6, 2025 at 6:07 PM
We're digging deep into offseason content over the next few days, and looking at @profootballfocus.bsky.social's highest-graded player at every position from the 2020-2024 NFL Drafts. Naturally, we're starting with the 2020 NFL Draft, featuring the likes of Justin Jefferson!
Reposted by Thomas Valentine
With the Super Bowl in the books, my first run at dynasty rankings in 2025
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Fantasy Football Rankings 2025: Dynasty top 200
Nathan Jahnke reveals his early dynasty rankings for the 2025 fantasy football season.
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February 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
With the Super Bowl in the books, my first run at dynasty rankings in 2025
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The 2024 Philadelphia Eagles have done what most teams who've lost a Super Bowl have struggled to do - they've given themselves another chance at glory.
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, the tale of redemption, how the Eagles are back so soon, and what it means:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-def...
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, the tale of redemption, how the Eagles are back so soon, and what it means:
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Defying the Super Bowl Hangover: The Eagles’ path back to the big game
Just two years after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles have returned to the big dance, hoping to become the most recent team on a very short list of redemptio...
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February 9, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The 2024 Philadelphia Eagles have done what most teams who've lost a Super Bowl have struggled to do - they've given themselves another chance at glory.
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, the tale of redemption, how the Eagles are back so soon, and what it means:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-def...
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social, the tale of redemption, how the Eagles are back so soon, and what it means:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-def...
The Chiefs' offense sings off Patrick Mahomes' hymn sheet, and the Eagles are at their best when Saquon Barkley is running the ball - but who are the unsung heroes who could make their impact felt on Sunday?
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
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For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-sup...
Super Bowl 59: Unsung heroes for Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs
Thomas Valentine breaks down the unsung heroes for the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs heading into the Super Bowl.
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February 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
The Chiefs' offense sings off Patrick Mahomes' hymn sheet, and the Eagles are at their best when Saquon Barkley is running the ball - but who are the unsung heroes who could make their impact felt on Sunday?
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-sup...
For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/nfl-sup...
Reposted by Thomas Valentine
It's never too early to look ahead to free agency in the NFL. I had some thoughts on what could happen, and how it could also impact the fantasy football landscape, For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
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Fantasy Football: Early thoughts on 2025 free agency
Thomas Valentine reveals some early thoughts on some 2025 NFL free agency moves that could affect the fantasy football landscape heading into next season.
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January 24, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It's never too early to look ahead to free agency in the NFL. I had some thoughts on what could happen, and how it could also impact the fantasy football landscape, For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
It's never too early to look ahead to free agency in the NFL. I had some thoughts on what could happen, and how it could also impact the fantasy football landscape, For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
Fantasy Football: Early thoughts on 2025 free agency
Thomas Valentine reveals some early thoughts on some 2025 NFL free agency moves that could affect the fantasy football landscape heading into next season.
www.pff.com
January 24, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It's never too early to look ahead to free agency in the NFL. I had some thoughts on what could happen, and how it could also impact the fantasy football landscape, For @profootballfocus.bsky.social:
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
www.pff.com/news/fantasy...
Caleb Williams has been sacked 56 times through 14 weeks of the season, only Sam Howell (58) has been sacked more in that span since 2006, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
The kicker is...Williams has the highest pressure-to-sack rate since Ben Roethlisberger in 2009. Gross. Not just an OL issue.
The kicker is...Williams has the highest pressure-to-sack rate since Ben Roethlisberger in 2009. Gross. Not just an OL issue.
December 11, 2024 at 6:39 PM
Caleb Williams has been sacked 56 times through 14 weeks of the season, only Sam Howell (58) has been sacked more in that span since 2006, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
The kicker is...Williams has the highest pressure-to-sack rate since Ben Roethlisberger in 2009. Gross. Not just an OL issue.
The kicker is...Williams has the highest pressure-to-sack rate since Ben Roethlisberger in 2009. Gross. Not just an OL issue.
The #Bengals have scored 30+ points in a game six times this season.
They're 2-4 in those games.
Not sure there's any better way of summing up their season. It's a real shame that this is likely the end of this era of the Bengals.
They're 2-4 in those games.
Not sure there's any better way of summing up their season. It's a real shame that this is likely the end of this era of the Bengals.
December 3, 2024 at 11:25 AM
The #Bengals have scored 30+ points in a game six times this season.
They're 2-4 in those games.
Not sure there's any better way of summing up their season. It's a real shame that this is likely the end of this era of the Bengals.
They're 2-4 in those games.
Not sure there's any better way of summing up their season. It's a real shame that this is likely the end of this era of the Bengals.
The Week 13 @profootballfocus.bsky.social Power Rankings are here!
📈 #Packers surge after defeating 49ers
📉 #Commanders fall after their third-straight loss
❓How do the #Bears fare after an OT loss to the Vikings?
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📈 #Packers surge after defeating 49ers
📉 #Commanders fall after their third-straight loss
❓How do the #Bears fare after an OT loss to the Vikings?
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NFL Week 13 Power Rankings: The Green Bay Packers rise
PFF's power rankings below provide clear tiers on the market assessment of each NFL team, offering a comprehensive view of team standings and future prospects.
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November 27, 2024 at 7:42 PM
The Week 13 @profootballfocus.bsky.social Power Rankings are here!
📈 #Packers surge after defeating 49ers
📉 #Commanders fall after their third-straight loss
❓How do the #Bears fare after an OT loss to the Vikings?
www.pff.com/news/nfl-wee...
📈 #Packers surge after defeating 49ers
📉 #Commanders fall after their third-straight loss
❓How do the #Bears fare after an OT loss to the Vikings?
www.pff.com/news/nfl-wee...
Wondering what went right, or what went wrong for your NFL team in Week 12? We've got you covered:
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Why your NFL team won, lost in Week 12
As we hit the 13-week mark of the 2024 NFL season, each game continues to reveal new insights. Let’s dive into the key data points from Week 12, analyzing what went right and what went wrong for your ...
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November 27, 2024 at 3:29 PM
Wondering what went right, or what went wrong for your NFL team in Week 12? We've got you covered:
www.pff.com/news/why-you...
www.pff.com/news/why-you...
#Chargers Justin Herbert since Week 7, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
🥇93.3 grade
🥇17 Big-Time Throws
🥇18 completions of 20+ yards
🥇99.4 deep passing grade
🥈1,589 passing yards
🔥7:0 TD/INT ratio
And he's added 185 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The Chargers QB is on a tear ⚡️
🥇93.3 grade
🥇17 Big-Time Throws
🥇18 completions of 20+ yards
🥇99.4 deep passing grade
🥈1,589 passing yards
🔥7:0 TD/INT ratio
And he's added 185 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The Chargers QB is on a tear ⚡️
November 26, 2024 at 3:53 PM
#Chargers Justin Herbert since Week 7, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
🥇93.3 grade
🥇17 Big-Time Throws
🥇18 completions of 20+ yards
🥇99.4 deep passing grade
🥈1,589 passing yards
🔥7:0 TD/INT ratio
And he's added 185 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The Chargers QB is on a tear ⚡️
🥇93.3 grade
🥇17 Big-Time Throws
🥇18 completions of 20+ yards
🥇99.4 deep passing grade
🥈1,589 passing yards
🔥7:0 TD/INT ratio
And he's added 185 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The Chargers QB is on a tear ⚡️
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#Seahawks Jaxon Smith-Njigba in his last two games, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
🥇92.5 grade (1st)
🥇3 catches of 20+ yards (1st)
🥈290 receiving yards (2nd)
🥈3.77 yards per route run (2nd)
🥈98.2 grade on catches of 20+ yards (2nd)
🔥2 touchdowns (6th)
Here comes the breakout.
🥇92.5 grade (1st)
🥇3 catches of 20+ yards (1st)
🥈290 receiving yards (2nd)
🥈3.77 yards per route run (2nd)
🥈98.2 grade on catches of 20+ yards (2nd)
🔥2 touchdowns (6th)
Here comes the breakout.
November 20, 2024 at 4:59 PM
#Seahawks Jaxon Smith-Njigba in his last two games, per @profootballfocus.bsky.social
🥇92.5 grade (1st)
🥇3 catches of 20+ yards (1st)
🥈290 receiving yards (2nd)
🥈3.77 yards per route run (2nd)
🥈98.2 grade on catches of 20+ yards (2nd)
🔥2 touchdowns (6th)
Here comes the breakout.
🥇92.5 grade (1st)
🥇3 catches of 20+ yards (1st)
🥈290 receiving yards (2nd)
🥈3.77 yards per route run (2nd)
🥈98.2 grade on catches of 20+ yards (2nd)
🔥2 touchdowns (6th)
Here comes the breakout.
Do you remember when people tried to tell you that Justin Herbert wasn't a great quarterback? Do you remember what they tried to take from us?
November 18, 2024 at 11:58 AM
Do you remember when people tried to tell you that Justin Herbert wasn't a great quarterback? Do you remember what they tried to take from us?