Drafting for need... based on the stats
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New or Mud. Maybe one of you can find how the Browns ranked in terms of the contribution of our RBs to the overall passing attack.
I suspect they rank very lpoorly.
I guess here I am reiterating two areas of disagreement I had with the Brownsphilosophy last year:
A. Not using Mingo as a primary pass rusher. He was drafted as a speed rusher...but of course that was by a different regime, coach/FA. But I still think that is his forte
B. Not using the RBs in the run game. That might have to do with the fact that we ended up with rookie RBs that may not have been trustworthy in that department...due primarily to inexperience. Well, get the experience....or get someone that can contribute in that fashion
B. Not using the RBs in the run passing? game. That might have to do with the fact that we ended up with rookie RBs that may not have been trustworthy in that department...due primarily to inexperience. Well, get the experience....or get someone that can contribute in that fashion
I agree.....screens and such were really rare.....30 passes caught by all of our backs last year (LeVeon Bell had 83 alone).....
I have no idea why we didnt throw to them......none......thats one to ask shanny.....
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Here were our team stats for 2014:
Green = Top 10
Red = Bottom 10
Offense
Game stats:
Scoring: 18.7 (27th);
Yards per play: 5.1 (tied 26th);
3rd down %: 30% (tied for last);
Time of Possession: 28:13 (28th);
Turnover diff: +6 (tied 9th);
Three-and-out %: 27.98 (31st);
Scoring drive %: 28% (27th);
Offensive penalties per game: 3.7 (tied 17th)
Passing stats:
Comp %: 54.6% (32nd);
Yards per Game: 213.8 (20th);
Yards per completion: 7.3 (tied 13th);
TDs: 12 (32nd);
INTs: 16 (tied 19th);
QB Rating: 72.8 (31st);
Sacks allowed: 31 (tied 13th)
Rushing stats:
Yards per game: 108.0 (17th);
Yards per carry: 3.6 (tied 28th);
Rushes Stuffed %: 13.2% (32nd)
Rushing Big Plays: 42 (tied 18th)
TDs: 17 (4th);
Fumbles: 7 (tied 16th)
Receiving stats:
Drops %: 3.2 (tied 2nd);
Yards per catch: 13.4 (1st);
YAC per reception: 5.99(6th);
Fumbles: 0 (1st)
Defense
Game stats:
Scoring: 21.1 (9th);
Yards per play: 5.2 (tied 5th);
3rd down %: 38% (tied 10th);
Scoring drive %: 32.8% (14th);
Defensive penalties per game: 3.6 (tied 29th);
Fumbles forced: 23 (11th);
Defensive TDs: 3 (tied 6th);
Passing stats:
Comp %: 57.1 (1st);
Yards per Game: 224.5 (8th);
Yards per completion: 6.4 (tied 3rd);
TDs: 22 (tied 6th);
INTs: 21 (2nd);
QB Rating: 74.1 (1st);
Sacks: 31 (27th)
Rushing stats:
Yards per game: 141.6 (32nd);
Yards per carry: 4.5 (tied 27th);
Rushing Big Plays: 56 (tied 26th);
TDs: 13 (tied 19th);
Fumbles: 6 (tied 16th)
Receiving stats:
Drops %: 4.7% (12th);
YAC allowed per game: 101.4 (3rd)
That's a lot to take in... Look at the areas of weakness and you can figure which position groups need the most upgrade...
Our worst rankings on offense:
3rd down conversion % - Play calling, QB
QB Completion % - QB
Passing TDs - QB, Play calling, Red Zone targets (TE, Big WR)
Rushes stuffed % - O-line, Play calling, Passing game (QB, WR)
QB Rating - QB
Scoring - the entire offense
Common thread for our offensive problems seem to be at QB. We got rid of our O-coordinator. Our WRs stats were pretty impressive and we already upgraded a few of those spots. Based on the stats, I think we need a possession WR (Hartline) and a big-bodied redzone target at either TE or WR (draft)
Our worst rankings on defense:
Rushing yards per game and yards per carry - D-line
Sacks - Pass rushers
Defensive penalties
We need 2 things: to get better at stuffing the run by adding a true 3-4 NT, for early downs, to plug up the middle, and we need help from our pass-rushers. I think adding Starks helps get pressure from the line, and getting A.Bryant back will help; however, this team still needs to add an OLB who can get to the QB. As far as penalties, letting Skrine walk should be helpful in that area but overall the secondary needs to remain aggressive while at the same time being cautious not to get flagged as often.
Needs based on stats:
#1 - Quarterback - and it's not even close
#2 - 3-4 NT - run-stuffer
#3 - 3-4 OLB - pass-rushing specialist
#4 - WR or TE - red zone target
With 10 picks in the draft, we should be able to fill these needs...
Needs based on stats:
#1 - Quarterback - and it's not even close
#2 - 3-4 NT - run-stuffer
#3 - 3-4 OLB - pass-rushing specialist
#4 - WR or TE - red zone target
I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
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I hope we draft at number 32 next year.
WSS
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Yea, OK, it says we need a QB, a pass rusher and a run stuffer.
An offensive line upgrade would be #4 priority.
I am not as concerned about the running game.....as I pointed out elsewhere, last year the Browns rushing game was just as good as the Steelers, same amount of yards, a little less in ypc, more TDs though.
A breakaway run threat would not be bad. The Crown and West are good runners, but not really breakaway threats. A scatback at some point might be OK.
So, to draft for need....the Browns should:
Priority One: Draft either a run stuffer DL or MLB. Get a guy that can occupy the middle allowing the DEs/LB Kruger/Mingo more freedom to put pressure on the QB. Maybe a Shelton serves both purposes.
Priority Two: Get another pass rusher....especially if they continue this idiocy of not using Mingo for that purpose
Priority Three: Get another bulldozer for the OL.
Priority Four: Get a scatback....or even a big back that can get some breakaway runs. And USE the RBs in the pass game. Again, comparing to Steelers.....while the run game was pretty equal, their primary RB alone had over 800 yards receiving on 83 catches. Browns RBs gained less than 200 yards on like only 27 catches. We are not going to get that franchise QB. Get someone to help whoever we have back there.
I don't know if a TE could help here....
Maybe when some prognosticators say the Browns could take a RB in round one, they may not be out of line.
I thought you disliked trade-downs, Steve...
Yea, OK, it says we need a QB, a pass rusher and a run stuffer.
An offensive line upgrade would be #4 priority.
I am not as concerned about the running game.....as I pointed out elsewhere, last year the Browns rushing game was just as good as the Steelers, same amount of yards, a little less in ypc, more TDs though.
A breakaway run threat would not be bad. The Crown and West are good runners, but not really breakaway threats. A scatback at some point might be OK.
So, to draft for need....the Browns should:
Priority One: Draft either a run stuffer DL or MLB. Get a guy that can occupy the middle allowing the DEs/LB Kruger/Mingo more freedom to put pressure on the QB. Maybe a Shelton serves both purposes.
Priority Two: Get another pass rusher....especially if they continue this idiocy of not using Mingo for that purpose
Priority Three: Get another bulldozer for the OL.
Priority Four:
I don't see "run-stuffer" as an either/or... especially in this draft.
"Bulldozer" is the wrong OL type for the ZBS. O-linemen that can move fluidly are at a premium in this draft.
And since when are the Steelers your measuring stick?
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Needs based on stats:
#1 - Quarterback - and it's not even close
#2 - 3-4 NT - run-stuffer
#3 - 3-4 OLB - pass-rushing specialist
#4 - WR or TE - red zone target
I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
the mariota and winston hype is well founded but REALLY??? what kind of drop off is it from them to a petty or hundley? i see the tape of these guys and i'm just as much impressed by them as the first 2 and it's not going to cost you 2 first rounders to get one. i say go for it in round 2.
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I thought you disliked trade-downs, Steve...
Yea, OK, it says we need a QB, a pass rusher and a run stuffer.
An offensive line upgrade would be #4 priority.
I am not as concerned about the running game.....as I pointed out elsewhere, last year the Browns rushing game was just as good as the Steelers, same amount of yards, a little less in ypc, more TDs though.
A breakaway run threat would not be bad. The Crown and West are good runners, but not really breakaway threats. A scatback at some point might be OK.
So, to draft for need....the Browns should:
Priority One: Draft either a run stuffer DL or MLB. Get a guy that can occupy the middle allowing the DEs/LB Kruger/Mingo more freedom to put pressure on the QB. Maybe a Shelton serves both purposes.
Priority Two: Get another pass rusher....especially if they continue this idiocy of not using Mingo for that purpose
Priority Three: Get another bulldozer for the OL.
Priority Four:
I don't see "run-stuffer" as an either/or... especially in this draft.
"Bulldozer" is the wrong OL type for the ZBS. O-linemen that can move fluidly are at a premium in this draft.
And since when are the Steelers your measuring stick?
I thought you disliked trade-downs, Steve...
I don't see "run-stuffer" as an either/or... especially in this draft.
Are you saying that they don't need a run stuffer......or that you don't see that person being either a DT or an MLB? Explain.
"Bulldozer" is the wrong OL type for the ZBS. O-linemen that can move fluidly are at a premium in this draft.
Well.....what I meant is a 21st century Bulldozer.....one with 4 wheel turbo drive. A lean mean super charged machine:
And since when are the Steelers your measuring stick?
Since they won the division last year. Since they have been rivals. So choose....anywhere between 1950 and 2015.
Or, more precisely.....since I researched the comparative stats a few days ago.
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Ha. Most of the time I love trade downs. I just wanted to win the Superbowl next year so we draft at 32.
(but you knew that
)WSS
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Needs based on stats:
#1 - Quarterback - and it's not even close
#2 - 3-4 NT - run-stuffer
#3 - 3-4 OLB - pass-rushing specialist
#4 - WR or TE - red zone target
I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
Agree with this take entirely. Especially with the two Ohio State QBs looming, Connor Cook, Cody Kessler, Christian Hackenburg, the new Auburn quarterback who I think is a stud, Jacob Coker (if he even starts), Dak Prescott, Kevin Hogan, Gunner Kiel, Patrick Towles, John Goff.
You want to sacrifice your chance at all that AND your opportunity to continue stacking the non-QB team so you can take a guy from a spread offense who had plenty of question marks? Not worth it.
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I agree with Gipper's addition of "bulldozer for OL"... And have to disagree with the idea that the Browns should be able to find a QB that will solve their issues at that position in the draft this year.
The rest of it though? Good post.
With the right picks, the Browns could get themselves within a good QB away from being a serious threat. I really don't think the team is too far off.
Is the relative consensus here that we should sort of forget about trading up for Mariota? Or is it the opposite?
I see a real opportunity to all-but finish laying the team's groundwork in this draft. I see mortgaging serious assets to grab a questionable QB prospect as having the potential to set the team back another year or two if Mariota doesn't pan out quickly.
Agree with this take entirely. Especially with the two Ohio State QBs looming, Connor Cook, Cody Kessler, Christian Hackenburg, the new Auburn quarterback who I think is a stud, Jacob Coker (if he even starts), Dak Prescott, Kevin Hogan, Gunner Kiel, Patrick Towles, John Goff.
You want to sacrifice your chance at all that AND your opportunity to continue stacking the non-QB team so you can take a guy from a spread offense who had plenty of question marks? Not worth it.
a guy from a spread offense who had plenty of question marks? Not worth it.
What question marks, other than he's a "system QB"? If I remember correctly, Aaron Rodgers dropped because he was a "system QB"... How'd that work out?
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Long, long list of them on the NFL's draft profile. Although I could argue the system is enough to justify it.
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a guy from a spread offense who had plenty of question marks? Not worth it.
What question marks, other than he's a "system QB"? If I remember correctly, Aaron Rodgers dropped because he was a "system QB"... How'd that work out?
What question marks, other than he's a "system QB"? If I remember correctly, Aaron Rodgers dropped because he was a "system QB"... How'd that work out?
From what I remember of Rodgers, it had little to do with the offense he was in. Cal was a heavy pro-style team. His measurables just weren't "elite" for many scouts.
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