The Play Sheet
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Marvin Harrison Jr. Vs. Malik Nabers: Who’s WR1 in This Draft?
Two pass catchers stand out above the rest of the class. Ben Solak goes to their college tape to break down their strengths, weaknesses, and who he’s taking if he’s on the clock.
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Russell Wilson Doesn’t Fix the Steelers
Is Russ really an upgrade over the current Steelers QB corps? Ben explores this question and more!
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Did Kyle Shanahan Blow It in the Super Bowl? (No.)
Ben is here to explain why it wasn’t the play-calling or a lack of preparation that caused the Niners to lose the big game
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How the Chiefs Could Repeat as Super Bowl Champions
Ben Solak breaks down what makes this year’s Kansas City Chiefs team potential repeat champions
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Anatomy of a (Potential) Super Bowl Champion: San Francisco 49ers
Ben Solak breaks down what makes this year’s San Francisco 49ers team a potential Super Bowl champion
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Brock Purdy, Pat Mahomes, and the Defining Matchups of Super Bowl LVIII
Ben Solak takes a look at the matchups that could swing Super Bowl LVIII this Sunday
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Jared Goff’s Comeback
Goff has shown a marked improvement on the Lions compared to when he was on the Rams. Ben examines the reason for the turnaround.
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Breaking Down the Latest Cowboys Playoff Collapse
Ben breaks down what the Green Bay Packers did to dice up the Cowboys, particularly how Dan Quinn’s defense wasn’t up to the challenge of Matt LaFleur’s offensive schemes
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What Do We Do With Tua Tagovailoa?
After Miami’s tough loss to the Bills, Ben examines some of Tua’s weaknesses and the value of his potential extension
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The Eagles Defense Is Ruining Their Title Shot
Giving Matt Patricia more control over the defense was not the answer to the Eagles’ woes. Ben looks at Philly’s chances of turning it around.
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‘Home Alone’: The Most Legendary Defensive Performance of All Time
In an NFL season largely defined by standout defensive play, one performance towers above the rest: Kevin McCallister’s Chicago home stand
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Rashee Rice Will Save the Kansas City Chiefs
Ben examines the reigning Super Bowl champions’ pass-catching corps
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Debunked: Breaking Down Brock Purdy’s Case for MVP
Ben examines whether the San Francisco 49ers quarterback is truly deserving of the MVP award
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Does the Cowboys’ Dak Prescott Belong in the MVP Discussion?
Ben examines how the Dallas Cowboys quarterback entered the upper echelon of signal callers
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Jordan Love Looks Like the Future in Green Bay
Ben examines Jordan Love’s recent play to determine if he could be the future of the franchise
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Why the Steelers Fired Matt Canada
Ben Solak takes a look at the Steelers offense and what led to a change at offensive coordinator
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How Josh Dobbs Is Winning With the Vikings Right Away
Ben Solak takes a look at the overnight sensation QB, who could be a flash in the pan or a real success story
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What’s Going On With Josh Allen and the Bills?
Ben Solak takes a look at one of the NFL’s most confounding teams: the Buffalo Bills. They have a winning record and a highly ranked offense. However, if the playoffs started tomorrow, they’d be out of a spot.
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Will Levis Made a Splash in His NFL Debut
Ben Solak looks at the Tennessee Titans’ rookie QB and whether his cannon arm is being used optimally
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Lamar Jackson Is Having an MVP-Caliber Season
Ben Solak makes the case that even at this stage of Jackson’s career, his game is underappreciated
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How the Browns Defense Smothered the 49ers
Ben takes a look at how new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz has transformed Cleveland’s defense
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Justin Fields and the Bears’ Offensive Adjustments Are Working
Ben breaks down exactly what Luke Getsy has done to help Fields and improve the Chicago Bears offense
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Bryce Young Might Be in Serious Trouble
Ben Solak discusses whether Young is truly to blame for his shaky start to the season
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The Texans Got It Right With C.J. Stroud
The Ringer’s Ben Solak breaks down how the Houston Texans may have found their franchise quarterback in rookie C.J. Stroud
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Why Puka Nacua Is Setting NFL Records
Plus, what will happen when pass catcher Cooper Kupp returns?
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Tua and the Dolphins: The NFL’s Most Dangerous Offense?
Solak breaks down how Tua Tagovailoa, Mike McDaniel, and the Miami Dolphins somehow look like they have a more dangerous offense than they did last year
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Anthony Richardson Is More Ready for the NFL Than You Think
Solak explains why Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson is less of a project than the current narrative makes him out to be
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Is C.J. Stroud the Most Talented Passer in the 2023 NFL Draft?
Solak explains how Stroud has already developed the tools to be a great passer in the NFL but lacks some traits seen in other young standout QBs in today’s league
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An In-Depth Bryce Young Breakdown: How His Size Defines His Play
Solak shares an in-depth film breakdown of how Young’s size defines his play, for both good and bad, and how he might fare in the NFL
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Why the 2023 NFL Draft Is One of the Most Unique Ever
Solak also explains why this draft class could be a sign of a changing league to come
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How Three Tight Ends Can Win the Chiefs Super Bowl LVII
Ben Solak breaks down how Kansas City could overcome Philadelphia’s pass rush
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The 49ers Are in QB Purgatory
The Ringer’s Ben Solak breaks down what options the San Francisco 49ers have at quarterback heading into next season after another conference championship loss, with Trey Lance and Brock Purdy both returning from injury and Jimmy G imminently parting ways with the team