Tyler Greenawalt
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social
Twitter / TikTok / Instagram refugee. Writer @ https://www.tylergreenawalt.com/
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Whenever you're annoyed with Bluesky, click over to LinkedIn remember things can be much, much dumber.
December 4, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Whenever you're annoyed with Bluesky, click over to LinkedIn remember things can be much, much dumber.
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The Bears have had one of the NFL's easiest schedules and the underlying data isn't impressive, but teams don’t win by accident in this league.
So how are they doing it and what does the supercomputer say? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on the Bears.
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So how are they doing it and what does the supercomputer say? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on the Bears.
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True or False? The Chicago Bears Are the Best Team in the NFC | Opta Analyst
The Bears are doing a lot right on both sides of the ball. But the underlying data isn't impressive. So are they for real?
theanalyst.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:32 PM
The Bears have had one of the NFL's easiest schedules and the underlying data isn't impressive, but teams don’t win by accident in this league.
So how are they doing it and what does the supercomputer say? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on the Bears.
theanalyst.com/articles/chic...
So how are they doing it and what does the supercomputer say? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on the Bears.
theanalyst.com/articles/chic...
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A running back hasn’t won the league’s MVP honors since Adrian Peterson in 2012. Should that change this season?
Jonathan Taylor is making a strong case. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social tries to put the Colts star's season in some perspective.
theanalyst.com/articles/jona...
Jonathan Taylor is making a strong case. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social tries to put the Colts star's season in some perspective.
theanalyst.com/articles/jona...
Is It Time a Running Back Finally Wins the NFL's MVP Award Again? | Opta Analyst
A running back hasn't won the league's MVP honors since Adrian Peterson in 2012. Jonathan Taylor is making a strong case.
theanalyst.com
November 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
A running back hasn’t won the league’s MVP honors since Adrian Peterson in 2012. Should that change this season?
Jonathan Taylor is making a strong case. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social tries to put the Colts star's season in some perspective.
theanalyst.com/articles/jona...
Jonathan Taylor is making a strong case. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social tries to put the Colts star's season in some perspective.
theanalyst.com/articles/jona...
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Nothing is working the way it should for the Packers offense, and it’s creating inconsistent mayhem every week. Is there a way to fix it?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social a closer look at the team that was an NFC favorite just two weeks ago.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social a closer look at the team that was an NFC favorite just two weeks ago.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
Fallen Favorites: Why the Packers Are Suffering From an Identity Crisis on Offense | Opta Analyst
Nothing is working the way it should for the Green Bay offense, and it's creating inconsistent mayhem every week. Is there a way to fix it?
theanalyst.com
November 13, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Nothing is working the way it should for the Packers offense, and it’s creating inconsistent mayhem every week. Is there a way to fix it?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social a closer look at the team that was an NFC favorite just two weeks ago.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social a closer look at the team that was an NFC favorite just two weeks ago.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
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With a new coach and a young emerging quarterback, the Patriots have been one of the NFL's biggest surprises of 2025.
But that leads us into the age old question: Are they an NFL contender or pretender? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social searches for answers.
theanalyst.com/articles/are-...
But that leads us into the age old question: Are they an NFL contender or pretender? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social searches for answers.
theanalyst.com/articles/are-...
2010s Again: Are the Patriots Back Among the NFL's Elite? | Opta Analyst
With a new coach and a young emerging quarterback, New England is the surprising leader of the AFC East. Are they an NFL contender or pretender?
theanalyst.com
October 29, 2025 at 8:49 PM
With a new coach and a young emerging quarterback, the Patriots have been one of the NFL's biggest surprises of 2025.
But that leads us into the age old question: Are they an NFL contender or pretender? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social searches for answers.
theanalyst.com/articles/are-...
But that leads us into the age old question: Are they an NFL contender or pretender? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social searches for answers.
theanalyst.com/articles/are-...
For anyone wondering if Jonathan Taylor can win NFL MVP this year, I wrote about RBs and MVPs last year for @optaanalystus.optajoe.com within the context of Saquon: theanalyst.com/articles/saq...
October 28, 2025 at 1:21 PM
For anyone wondering if Jonathan Taylor can win NFL MVP this year, I wrote about RBs and MVPs last year for @optaanalystus.optajoe.com within the context of Saquon: theanalyst.com/articles/saq...
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Dropped passes, tipped balls, bad snaps or miscommunication can stymie good passing attacks.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at the “sloppy” plays committed and divided them by total plays run to determine which teams have the highest “sloppy play rate.”
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@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at the “sloppy” plays committed and divided them by total plays run to determine which teams have the highest “sloppy play rate.”
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Who’s Shooting Themselves in the Foot? The NFL’s Sloppiest Passing Offenses | Opta Analyst
We've tracked the “sloppy” plays through Week 7 and divided them by total plays run to determine which teams have the highest “sloppy play rate.”
theanalyst.com
October 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Dropped passes, tipped balls, bad snaps or miscommunication can stymie good passing attacks.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at the “sloppy” plays committed and divided them by total plays run to determine which teams have the highest “sloppy play rate.”
theanalyst.com/articles/slop...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at the “sloppy” plays committed and divided them by total plays run to determine which teams have the highest “sloppy play rate.”
theanalyst.com/articles/slop...
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Unlike 2024, there’s no single NFL team dominating on the ground and no sure way to predict which backs or offenses will thrive.
There's a whole new set of team and individual rushing leaders. And @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down some of the reasons why.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
There's a whole new set of team and individual rushing leaders. And @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down some of the reasons why.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
Power (Game) Outage: Where Have All the NFL's Elite Running Teams Gone? | Opta Analyst
Unlike 2024, there’s no single team dominating on the ground, no obvious pattern of excellence, and no sure way to predict which backs or offenses will thrive.
theanalyst.com
October 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Unlike 2024, there’s no single NFL team dominating on the ground and no sure way to predict which backs or offenses will thrive.
There's a whole new set of team and individual rushing leaders. And @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down some of the reasons why.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
There's a whole new set of team and individual rushing leaders. And @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down some of the reasons why.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
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The keys to what has made the Ravens great – sensational quarterback play, a great running game and strong defense – haven’t been there so far.
Off to the team's worst start since 2015, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down what's going wrong in Baltimore.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
Off to the team's worst start since 2015, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down what's going wrong in Baltimore.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
Purple Pain: What’s Wrong With the Ravens and Can They Recover? | Opta Analyst
The key hallmarks of what has made Baltimore great haven’t been there in the 2025 NFL season. Will they appear?
theanalyst.com
October 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The keys to what has made the Ravens great – sensational quarterback play, a great running game and strong defense – haven’t been there so far.
Off to the team's worst start since 2015, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down what's going wrong in Baltimore.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
Off to the team's worst start since 2015, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down what's going wrong in Baltimore.
theanalyst.com/articles/what...
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It's not easy to make the playoffs after an 0-2 start in the NFL. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social explores which 0-2 teams still have a shot at the postseason and which ones might as well start thinking about next year.
theanalyst.com/articles/whic...
theanalyst.com/articles/whic...
Checking the Panic Meter: Which 0-2 Teams Still Have Time to Make a Postseason Run? | Opta Analyst
There aren't many teams that start 0-2 and make the playoffs. Which teams should already be looking to next season?
theanalyst.com
September 17, 2025 at 7:24 PM
It's not easy to make the playoffs after an 0-2 start in the NFL. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social explores which 0-2 teams still have a shot at the postseason and which ones might as well start thinking about next year.
theanalyst.com/articles/whic...
theanalyst.com/articles/whic...
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The Micah Parsons trade sent shockwaves through the NFL, with much of the discussion around how much the Packers improved.
But is it a good idea to pay a pass rusher big money? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down the trade and addresses that very question.
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
But is it a good idea to pay a pass rusher big money? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down the trade and addresses that very question.
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The Micah Parsons Trade: Should the Packers Have Paid the Star Edge Rusher? | Opta Analyst
The Micah Parsons trade dramatically alters the NFL landscape. Here's how it will change the Packers, Cowboys and the league as a whole.
theanalyst.com
August 29, 2025 at 6:16 PM
The Micah Parsons trade sent shockwaves through the NFL, with much of the discussion around how much the Packers improved.
But is it a good idea to pay a pass rusher big money? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down the trade and addresses that very question.
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
But is it a good idea to pay a pass rusher big money? @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down the trade and addresses that very question.
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
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By trading for Micah Parsons, the Green Bay Packers cemented themselves as true contenders. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down just how dangerous the Packers can be and what the trade means for the Cowboys and the rest of the league.
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
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How the Micah Parsons Trade Affects the Packers, Cowboys and 2025 NFL Season | Opta Analyst
The Micah Parsons trade dramatically alters the NFL landscape. Here's how it will change the Packers, Cowboys and the league as a whole.
theanalyst.com
August 28, 2025 at 11:51 PM
By trading for Micah Parsons, the Green Bay Packers cemented themselves as true contenders. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks down just how dangerous the Packers can be and what the trade means for the Cowboys and the rest of the league.
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
theanalyst.com/articles/mica...
For my own edification, I wanted to see if Jacory Croskey-Merritt would have be a true candidate for this piece if I had looked at his 2023 stats from New Mexico.
The answer: Yes.
Day 3 pick: ✅
Non-elite stats: ½✅ (1,190 yards, 17 TDs)
Vision/hands: ✅
Athleticism: ✅
Path to play: ✅
The answer: Yes.
Day 3 pick: ✅
Non-elite stats: ½✅ (1,190 yards, 17 TDs)
Vision/hands: ✅
Athleticism: ✅
Path to play: ✅
Bucky Irving proved to be a late-round rookie gem last year – similar to Isiah Pacheco two years earlier.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social attempted to find the next diamond in the rough from the 2025 running back class given the five rules laid out in years prior.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social attempted to find the next diamond in the rough from the 2025 running back class given the five rules laid out in years prior.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
The Next Bucky Irving? Finding Another Breakout Among Later-Round NFL Rookie RBs | Opta Analyst
We're seeking a Bucky Irving comparison by analyzing the traits of the rookie running backs taken on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
theanalyst.com
August 20, 2025 at 3:18 PM
For my own edification, I wanted to see if Jacory Croskey-Merritt would have be a true candidate for this piece if I had looked at his 2023 stats from New Mexico.
The answer: Yes.
Day 3 pick: ✅
Non-elite stats: ½✅ (1,190 yards, 17 TDs)
Vision/hands: ✅
Athleticism: ✅
Path to play: ✅
The answer: Yes.
Day 3 pick: ✅
Non-elite stats: ½✅ (1,190 yards, 17 TDs)
Vision/hands: ✅
Athleticism: ✅
Path to play: ✅
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Mahomes, Allen, Lamar and Hurts represent the top tier of QBs in the NFL. But who is in the next wave of ascending quarterbacks?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dipped into our QB EVE ratings to find out who could be on the verge of a breakout.
theanalyst.com/articles/quar...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dipped into our QB EVE ratings to find out who could be on the verge of a breakout.
theanalyst.com/articles/quar...
The Next Wave: Three Quarterbacks Who Appear on the Verge of a Breakout Season | Opta Analyst
Mahomes, Allen, Lamar and Hurts represent the top tier of QBs in the NFL. But who is in the next wave of ascending quarterbacks?
theanalyst.com
August 12, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Mahomes, Allen, Lamar and Hurts represent the top tier of QBs in the NFL. But who is in the next wave of ascending quarterbacks?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dipped into our QB EVE ratings to find out who could be on the verge of a breakout.
theanalyst.com/articles/quar...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dipped into our QB EVE ratings to find out who could be on the verge of a breakout.
theanalyst.com/articles/quar...
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It would be easy to tab Cam Ward and Travis Hunter as the most important rookies heading into 2025.
Because they probably are ... but @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social takes a look at the other first-year players who could be in that category next season.
theanalyst.com/articles/most...
Because they probably are ... but @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social takes a look at the other first-year players who could be in that category next season.
theanalyst.com/articles/most...
Which Newcomers Could End Up Being the Most Important Rookies of the 2025 NFL Season? | Opta Analyst
We're breaking down first-year players who will undoubtedly play large roles – and could be the difference between a big year and a down one for their teams.
theanalyst.com
July 16, 2025 at 6:11 PM
It would be easy to tab Cam Ward and Travis Hunter as the most important rookies heading into 2025.
Because they probably are ... but @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social takes a look at the other first-year players who could be in that category next season.
theanalyst.com/articles/most...
Because they probably are ... but @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social takes a look at the other first-year players who could be in that category next season.
theanalyst.com/articles/most...
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There are some key factors that can help identify potential NFL stars-in-the-making, including production, efficiency and situation.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at those factors and the advanced data to find six breakout players to watch for in 2025.
theanalyst.com/articles/brea...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at those factors and the advanced data to find six breakout players to watch for in 2025.
theanalyst.com/articles/brea...
Stars of Tomorrow: Which NFL Players Appear Poised for a Breakout 2025 Season? | Opta Analyst
The NFL season is almost upon us. Here are some players whose 2024 data suggests could be primed for a breakout.
theanalyst.com
August 5, 2025 at 5:46 PM
There are some key factors that can help identify potential NFL stars-in-the-making, including production, efficiency and situation.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at those factors and the advanced data to find six breakout players to watch for in 2025.
theanalyst.com/articles/brea...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looked at those factors and the advanced data to find six breakout players to watch for in 2025.
theanalyst.com/articles/brea...
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Based on recent history, another receiving triple-crown season might be just around the corner in the NFL.
But who has the best chance to accomplish it? To find out, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dug into the numbers.
theanalyst.com/articles/who...
But who has the best chance to accomplish it? To find out, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dug into the numbers.
theanalyst.com/articles/who...
Which NFL Playmakers Have the Best Chance to Win the Receiving Triple Crown in 2025? | Opta Analyst
Based on recent NFL history, a third triple-crown season might be just around the corner. But who has the best chance to accomplish it?
theanalyst.com
July 1, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Based on recent history, another receiving triple-crown season might be just around the corner in the NFL.
But who has the best chance to accomplish it? To find out, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dug into the numbers.
theanalyst.com/articles/who...
But who has the best chance to accomplish it? To find out, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social dug into the numbers.
theanalyst.com/articles/who...
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Though our model projects some teams to finish where most people expect, there are a few surprises among the best and worst NFL teams from last season.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social pinpoints some of the key takeaways from 2025 projected standings.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social pinpoints some of the key takeaways from 2025 projected standings.
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NFL Predictions: Five Takeaways From Opta Analyst’s 2025 Projected Standings | Opta Analyst
Though a few teams finish in expected spots, there are some surprising landing spots among the best and worst teams from 2024.
theanalyst.com
June 26, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Though our model projects some teams to finish where most people expect, there are a few surprises among the best and worst NFL teams from last season.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social pinpoints some of the key takeaways from 2025 projected standings.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social pinpoints some of the key takeaways from 2025 projected standings.
theanalyst.com/articles/nfl-...
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Nine NFL teams plan to hand over the offensive keys to a new starting quarterback in 2025. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social assesses which QBs will hit the ground running and which may struggle in the season ahead.
theanalyst.com/articles/new-...
theanalyst.com/articles/new-...
Which NFL Team's New Starting Quarterback is Poised to Succeed or Falter? | Opta Analyst
Nine quarterbacks are expected to be the new starter for their respective team in 2025. We analyze how they’re positioned for success.
theanalyst.com
June 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Nine NFL teams plan to hand over the offensive keys to a new starting quarterback in 2025. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social assesses which QBs will hit the ground running and which may struggle in the season ahead.
theanalyst.com/articles/new-...
theanalyst.com/articles/new-...
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Bucky Irving proved to be a late-round rookie gem last year – similar to Isiah Pacheco two years earlier. So who’s next?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looks into Day 3 selections from the 2025 NFL Draft for the next potential breakout among ball carriers.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looks into Day 3 selections from the 2025 NFL Draft for the next potential breakout among ball carriers.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
The Next Bucky Irving? Finding Another Breakout Among Later-Round NFL Rookie RBs | Opta Analyst
We're seeking a Bucky Irving comparison by analyzing the traits of the rookie running backs taken on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.
theanalyst.com
June 9, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Bucky Irving proved to be a late-round rookie gem last year – similar to Isiah Pacheco two years earlier. So who’s next?
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looks into Day 3 selections from the 2025 NFL Draft for the next potential breakout among ball carriers.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social looks into Day 3 selections from the 2025 NFL Draft for the next potential breakout among ball carriers.
theanalyst.com/articles/buck...
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The value provided to the Los Angeles Rams by 2023 fifth-round pick Puka Nacua has NFL teams seeking a repeat with other wide receivers. As we did last year, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social analyzes Day 3 draft selections for a comparison.
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Who's Going to Be the Next Puka Nacua Among 2025 NFL Rookie Wide Receivers? | Opta Analyst
The next Puka Nacua? Once again, we look at later-round NFL rookie wide receivers for a similar breakout candidate in the 2025 season.
theanalyst.com
June 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The value provided to the Los Angeles Rams by 2023 fifth-round pick Puka Nacua has NFL teams seeking a repeat with other wide receivers. As we did last year, @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social analyzes Day 3 draft selections for a comparison.
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Free agent QB Aaron Rodgers has been viewed as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ best alternative for their 2025 starter. Even if that’s the case, their future outlook at the position needs to be factored into the decision as well. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks it down.
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Should the Steelers Actually Want Aaron Rodgers Leading Their Offense? | Opta Analyst
An Aaron Rodgers and Steelers pairing may be inevitable, but the team’s outlook beyond the 2025 season should be factored into the decision.
theanalyst.com
May 30, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Free agent QB Aaron Rodgers has been viewed as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ best alternative for their 2025 starter. Even if that’s the case, their future outlook at the position needs to be factored into the decision as well. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social breaks it down.
theanalyst.com/articles/aaro...
theanalyst.com/articles/aaro...
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With 11 new defensive play-callers in the NFL, there’s significant change in key decision-making. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social assesses what to watch for in the 2025 season.
theanalyst.com/articles/2025...
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Which of the New NFL Defensive Play-Callers Will Make the Biggest Impact During the 2025 Season? | Opta Analyst
With 11 new NFL defensive play-callers making the key decisions, there’s significant change on that side of the ball in the 2025 season.
theanalyst.com
May 28, 2025 at 5:50 PM
With 11 new defensive play-callers in the NFL, there’s significant change in key decision-making. @tylergreenawalt.bsky.social assesses what to watch for in the 2025 season.
theanalyst.com/articles/2025...
theanalyst.com/articles/2025...
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The George Pickens trade doesn't just give the Cowboys another playmaker alongside star CeeDee Lamb, it also gives them exactly what they were missing offensively.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on why the move for Pickens should be a difference maker in Dallas.
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@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on why the move for Pickens should be a difference maker in Dallas.
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Big Trade, Big Plays: George Pickens Gives Cowboys a Much-Needed Downfield Complement to CeeDee Lamb | Opta Analyst
The trade for wide receiver George Pickens gives the Dallas Cowboys a much-needed downfield complement to CeeDee Lamb.
theanalyst.com
May 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM
The George Pickens trade doesn't just give the Cowboys another playmaker alongside star CeeDee Lamb, it also gives them exactly what they were missing offensively.
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on why the move for Pickens should be a difference maker in Dallas.
theanalyst.com/2025/05/georg...
@tylergreenawalt.bsky.social on why the move for Pickens should be a difference maker in Dallas.
theanalyst.com/2025/05/georg...