#player-evaluation

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#49ers
fromRaptors Rapture
2 hours ago

Raptors have finally granted Brandon Ingram his longtime wish

If you want to be confused about how good an NBA player is, send them to New Orleans. One of the most poorly-run franchises in the league has built rosters year after year that do not fit together. When you add in that the team has also dealt with a shocking number of injuries, you get an environment that obscures player evaluations like a full solar eclipse.
National Basketball Association
Major League Baseball
fromBattery Power
2 days ago

Nacho average lineup for Braves-Mariners finale

Nacho Alvarez shows contact and plate-discipline skills but minimal power and production, while Eugenio Suarez remains a productive, power-hitting veteran with many high-value seasons.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Is USC's offense really that good? The Trojans' numbers impress, but some questions loom

That's how much USC gained during its 59-20 victory over Georgia Southern on Saturday. One-hundred thirty-two points are a lot of points. (Carlin Stiehl/Los Angeles Times) That's how much USC has scored in its two games this season, including its blowout victory over Missouri State the week before. If you want to believe the Trojans are better than they were in their previous two seasons, there are developments that could further convince you that you're right.
National Football League
fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 days ago

Is Jordan Walker Still A Core Player In St. Louis?

The Cardinals have maintained this season is primarily about evaluating young players. It felt like a potential make-or-break year for Jordan Walker, in particular. Walker was viewed as an impact bat when he was a prospect. He impressed with a .276/.342/.445 showing with 16 homers as a 21-year-old rookie. That promising debut feels like an increasingly distant memory. Walker regressed to a .201/.253/.366 line in 51 major league games last year.
Boston Red Sox
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Why Dwight Howard absolutely belongs as a first-ballot Hall of Famer

Though it's difficult to call a first-ballot Hall of Fame inductee underrated, that label applies to the newest center in Springfield, Massachusetts. As of 2021, Howard was one of 26 players in NBA history with at least five first-team All-NBA nods. The other 25 were named to the league's 75th Anniversary Team that year. Howard was not.
National Basketball Association
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Worst transfers of the window, ranked: From Cunha to Isak, 13 big moves that might fail

Every year, after the NFL draft, everyone is talking about "steals" and "reaches." The "steals" are the players that the football-watching public thinks went way later than their talent warranted. And the "reaches" are the players we thought went way higher than they should've. It turns out: we're only half right. A 2021 study by Timo Riske of Pro Football Focus looked back at six years of draft data and identified the players who went significantly higher or lower than the consensus of publicly available draft rankings. What he found is that the players who were "reaches" did underperform, on average, compared to the other players drafted at the same pick in other years.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

The game is on the line: Which WNBA player gets the last shot?

Stats experts contend there's no such thing as a consistent clutch player in any sport. Players who come up big at the buzzer or final whistle are typically the ones who do it at any time of the game. But anecdotes and memories stick with us. And in those make-or-break moments, we know who we want to take that shot.
Women
#mlb
fromYahoo Sports
1 week ago
Washington Nationals

MLB power rankings: Brewers, Dodgers, Phillies atop the list as Tigers, Blue Jays round out the top 5

fromYahoo Sports
1 week ago
Washington Nationals

MLB power rankings: Brewers, Dodgers, Phillies atop the list as Tigers, Blue Jays round out the top 5

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

49ers Studs and Duds: Niners end preseason with more questions than answers

It's hardly ideal that Elliott was playing on Saturday, but if you're a veteran being asked to play serious snaps in a third preseason game, you might as well make flash plays. Elliott was a game-wrecker in the middle against the Chargers' second and third-string offensive lines. If he was on the roster bubble, he should have played his way off it Saturday.
San Francisco 49ers
#atlanta-falcons
#fantasy-football
#new-england-patriots
fromMusket Fire
3 weeks ago
New England Patriots

Patriots cut ties with two 2025 draft picks, multiple high-priced veterans in updated 53-man roster projection

fromMusket Fire
3 weeks ago
New England Patriots

Patriots cut ties with two 2025 draft picks, multiple high-priced veterans in updated 53-man roster projection

fromRiggo's Rag
2 weeks ago

Ex-Commanders draft pick quietly sent packing after blockbuster trade moves

Running back Brian Robinson Jr. will add his name to the growing list of departures after things turned sour quickly. This is all part of Adam Peters' intent to rid the franchise of bad moves and replace them with players who can make a lasting contribution moving forward. That might sting, but it's had instant results. The fact that so many of Rivera's draft choices are failing to catch on elsewhere is a damning indictment of his personnel evaluation.
National Football League
New York Rangers
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 weeks ago

2024-2025 Will Cuylle report card - Blue Seat Blogs

Will Cuylle delivered breakout scoring and physical play but carries regression risk from an inflated shooting percentage, weak microstats, and inconsistent linemate roles.
National Hockey League
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 weeks ago

2024-2025 Vincent Trocheck report card - Blue Seat Blogs

Trocheck produced solid counting stats but underperformed in play-driving, defensive-zone exits, and expected metrics, risking regression despite power-play and shorthanded contributions.
New England Patriots
fromMusket Fire
3 weeks ago

Patriots facing major questions ahead of second preseason game

The Patriots' preseason performance raises concerns about the offensive line and the impact of joint practices on player evaluation.
#nfl
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

The All Quarter Century team: Let's fill out a 53-man NFL roster, from Tom Brady to Devin Hester

fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

The All Quarter Century team: Let's fill out a 53-man NFL roster, from Tom Brady to Devin Hester

#miami-dolphins
#preseason
#nfl-draft
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
National Football League

NFL draft prospects with the most at stake this season: Who can make a statement in 2025?

fromHogs Haven
4 months ago
Washington Redskins

What We Learned About Adam Peters' Team Building Approach in the 2025 Draft Season: Part 1

Chicago Bears
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

College coaches evaluate the NFL draft: Best fits, Sanders' slide and sleepers

Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fifth-round selection highlights the unpredictability of NFL drafts and the impact of player evaluations.
Chicago Bears
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

Grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Kiper gives out one A+ for the best picks of the weekend

The NFL draft grading reveals which teams excelled in addressing their needs and securing valuable players for the upcoming season.
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
National Football League

NFL draft prospects with the most at stake this season: Who can make a statement in 2025?

New England Patriots
fromPats Pulpit
4 months ago

Patriots fifth-round draft pick Bradyn Swinson: 'You got a steal'

Bradyn Swinson represents a significant draft steal for the New England Patriots, being picked 78 slots lower than his consensus ranking.
Washington Redskins
fromHogs Haven
4 months ago

What We Learned About Adam Peters' Team Building Approach in the 2025 Draft Season: Part 1

Adam Peters implements a collaborative and analytical approach to the NFL draft, focusing on both talent and character fit.
Chicago Bears
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

College coaches evaluate the NFL draft: Best fits, Sanders' slide and sleepers

Shedeur Sanders' unexpected fifth-round selection highlights the unpredictability of NFL drafts and the impact of player evaluations.
fromESPN.com
4 months ago
Chicago Bears

Grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Kiper gives out one A+ for the best picks of the weekend

Washington Nationals
fromDistrict on Deck
1 month ago

Will the Nationals look to deal Luis Garcia Jr. ahead of 2025 MLB trade deadline?

Luis Garcia Jr. has shown offensive regression, but advanced metrics suggest potential for recovery and productivity if used strategically.
Miami
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Chris Perkins: Dolphins' CB situation nearly dire, will likely require off-roster help

Dolphins need to strengthen their cornerback position before the season opener.
#nhl-draft
fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Data science

NHL draft grades: From the excellent (Islanders, Hurricanes) to the confusing (Maple Leafs)

fromESPN.com
3 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Overhead at the NHL draft combine: Draft wild cards, surprises ... and the X factor team

fromESPN.com
3 months ago
National Hockey League

Ranking the top 64 NHL draft prospects, including projected ceilings and floors

fromESPN.com
2 months ago
Data science

NHL draft grades: From the excellent (Islanders, Hurricanes) to the confusing (Maple Leafs)

fromESPN.com
3 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Overhead at the NHL draft combine: Draft wild cards, surprises ... and the X factor team

fromESPN.com
3 months ago
National Hockey League

Ranking the top 64 NHL draft prospects, including projected ceilings and floors

Toronto
fromJays Journal
1 month ago

Blake Murphy on the Blue Jays' Trade Deadline, Prospect Value, and Rotation Depth

The Blue Jays are in a strong position for trades at the deadline with a positive record.
fromBlack & White & Read All Over
1 month ago

Burning cash: Looking at Juventus' worst signings over the last 10 years

The art of transfers are not as cut and dry as your latest FIFA save might be. Not every flop signing is built the same as others and therefore we will not judge all the moves the same.
Juventus
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Edison passing tournament is set for Saturday

Edison's Battle at the Beach tournament is crucial for assessing players and teams before the football season starts.
#mlb-draft
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Who are the NFL's best running backs? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10

ESPN surveyed executives, coaches, and scouts to rank the top 10 players at 11 different NFL positions for 2025.
#baseball
fromBattery Power
2 months ago
Major League Baseball

Feeling a draft in here (Part 2)

Scouts evaluate players not just on physical attributes but also on their facial expressions and engagement during conversations.
fromPinstripe Alley
4 months ago
New York Yankees

Yankees Mailbag: Volpe's struggles and lineup optimization

Volpe's strong defense may keep him on the team, but his batting performance raises concerns about his long-term value.
#nba-draft
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Republic
3 months ago

The Toronto Raptors 2025 NBA draft roundtable - Part II

Focus on drafting multi-talented players who provide diverse skills and affordable contracts.
Best player available philosophy is key, especially for teams not in immediate title contention.
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors Republic
3 months ago

The Toronto Raptors 2025 NBA draft roundtable - Part II

Focus on drafting multi-talented players who provide diverse skills and affordable contracts.
Best player available philosophy is key, especially for teams not in immediate title contention.
New York Rangers
fromBlue Seat Blogs
2 months ago

Is Mika Zibanejad the better Ranger than Chris Kreider? - Blue Seat Blogs

Fan perceptions of players are influenced by emotions and biases, leading to inconsistent judgments about their performance.
#nhl
#fantasy-baseball
New York Rangers
fromBlue Seat Blogs
3 months ago

K'Andre Miller trade rumor: Rangers "testing the market" - Blue Seat Blogs

K'Andre Miller is being actively explored as a trade option by the Rangers, despite his value and potential as a player.
fromSilver Screen and Roll
3 months ago

Season Review: Jordan Goodwin

Both down the stretch of the regular season in the fight for seeding and then in the playoffs, Goodwin showed he could contribute - particularly on defense and the backboards.
LA Lakers
fromSilver Screen and Roll
3 months ago

Season Review: Shake Milton

Unfortunately, Milton didn't consistently meet those expectations. He wasn't trusted enough to be in the rotation come playoff time either except for garbage time minutes, which pretty much is an indication of his stature on the team.
LA Lakers
fromSilver Screen and Roll
3 months ago

Season Review: Maxi Kleber

Maxi Kleber joined the Lakers injured and has not yet made a significant impact on the team, but his potential remains a topic of discussion.
LA Lakers
fromSilver Screen and Roll
3 months ago

Season Review: Markieff Morris

Kieff's impact was more off the court this season, providing leadership and mentorship, a crucial role the Lakers have lacked since Jared Dudley's retirement.
LA Lakers
LA Lakers
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

How UCLA's Andy Hill spawned the plus-minus stat, an ode to team play and John Wooden

The Team Contribution Index measures a player's impact on team performance, beyond individual achievements.
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Seven analysts and Texas coach weigh in on new Dolphins rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers

He has a "27-9 career record. You've got to give him credit for being tough and gutting it out when he's not 100 percent...
Miami Dolphins
Toronto Raptors
fromRaptors HQ
4 months ago

Grading the Toronto Raptors' sneaky yet effective two-way contract strategy

The Toronto Raptors leveraged their Two-Way roster flexibility this season to evaluate multiple player prospects actively.
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