I remember back in the day, draft picks were all about gut feeling, how someone looked in pads, or what a coach “felt.” Now it feels like every decision is backed by spreadsheets, probabilities, and PFF scores. Not saying it’s bad, just different. Curious if anyone else has noticed this shift or has thoughts on how strategy’s evolving because of all the data flying around.
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I’m not super into front office stuff but I’ve always found it interesting how teams make decisions behind the scenes. It’s kinda wild to think there are analysts running simulations and crunching numbers while the games play out. Definitely adds a whole layer to the sport I never really thought about. Thanks for the insight, y’all.
Man, I’ve noticed that too—especially in the draft. You’ll see a guy fall because his measurables are average, even if he was a monster in college. I think analytics helps fill in the gaps, but it shouldn’t be the only voice in the room. That said, teams that blend both sides seem to do best. I actually read something recently that breaks this down really well: https://walterfootball.com/superteams.php. It talks about how modern “superteams” are being built with depth, balance, and smart resource use instead of just big-name talent. Analytics plays a big role in that shift. Worth checking out if you're curious how it's actually applied on a team level.