SB Nation User Blog: Kbot

Should we start a fantasy football thread?

Kbot — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:09:13 -0000

Should we start a fantasy football thread?

Just wondering how many here play fantasy football. If more than a few do, I was hoping we can start a tagged Fanpost devoted to fantasy football, where everyone can chat about it and give/receive advice (ex: "Should I start A or B?"). I haven't created a Fanpost on this subject because it's not really Jaguars related, but I will if enough people want it. In the meantime, lets use this Fanshot.

YES! Woooo. More after I regain my composure, sometime next week, maybe. Yes bitches.

Kbot — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:46:21 -0000

YES! Woooo. More after I regain my composure, sometime next week, maybe. Yes bitches.

From me.

Mike Sims-Walker missed curfew and was benched

Kbot — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:04:01 -0000

Mike Sims-Walker missed curfew and was benched

Don't know if this has been mentioned, but I've been curious about the reason for Sims-Walker's benching in Seattle. Well, I don't know about the reliability of this, but it seems he missed curfew. Benching is fair for missing curfew. Just in case anyone is still curious.

"...Mike Sims-Walker missed curfew and was benched."

Interesting Information from Football Outsiders via The Washington Post

Kbot — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 09:29:13 -0000

The following article regarding the misleading nature of the "Tackles" statistic was originally posted on The Washington Post. Of particular note are the rankings of Rob Meier and Reggie Hayward. This concept of the importance of preventing plays as opposed to a simply tally of tackles may be the reason for both Meier's and Hayward's presence on the current roster. The concept is incredibly simple: not all tackles are created equal, and a tackle made preventing the success of an opponent's play is much more important. Furthermore, the article suggests that this is a better indication of effectiveness than those currently provided. It's always nice to see someone attempt to quantify something we all know. In this case, I feel the concept is well represented.

The Bart Scott All-Stars
During his first training camp with the New York Jets, former Ravens linebacker Bart Scott insisted to ESPN.com's Tim Graham that the one stat he never wanted to lead the NFL in was total tackles. "What you want to do is limit your reps," Scott said. "You want to lead the league in three-and-outs. You want to play the least amount of plays than anybody in the NFL. That should be your goal, to be No. 1. To have a lot of tackles? That means nothing. I could stand on the field all day and make tackles, but our team isn't going to be very good."
Scott's absolutely right, and we're on his side at Football Outsiders. To that end, we keep two specific stats that reveal the actual value of a tackle: Stops and Defeats. Stops are the total number of plays which prevent a "success" by the opposing offense, which we classify as 45 percent of conversion yardage on first down, 60 percent on second down, and 100 percent on third and fourth down. Defeats are plays that stop the offense from gaining first down yardage on third or fourth down, stop the offense behind the line of scrimmage, or result in a fumble or interception. As opposed to total tackle numbers, which are statistical empty calories in the sense that so many tackles come from the old real estate adage - location, location, location. Going back to 2001, an inside or middle linebacker has led the NFL each season in combined tackles (solo and assists). This makes sense because so many rushing plays right up the gut, right in their collective wheelhouse.

Obviously, having one NFL tackling leader says nothing about your team's defensive efficiency, which is what Scott was implying. So, let's break it down by position for 2008. Who were the most efficient and valuable tacklers last season? Based on percentage of Defeats (minimum 20 plays), here they are ... your Bart Scott All-Stars!

The Seahawks, possessors of a 4-12 record in 2008, should lead the NFL in Defeats from their front four - in addition to Terrill and Mebane, they traded for Redding in the offseason. Peppers, Allen, and Freeney aside, you won't see the defensive end list dominated by sack leaders - leaders in percentage of Defeats are just as likely to come from the other side of the line - the unheralded run-stoppers like Hayward or Brown. That's another aspect of the value in a list of Defeats - lesser-known names show up in unexpected places. Brown had 15 run Defeats in 2008, third for his position behind Trent Cole of the Eagles and Adewale Ogunleye of the Bears.

Porter's career year is reflected here as well. Notice that just about all of the linebackers on this list, with the notable exception of Briggs, are 3-4 linebackers who frequently line up outside the ends. Timmons is the only one who frequently plays inside. Other 4-3 'backers high on this list include Philly's Chris Gocong, Chicago's Brian Urlacher, and Thomas Davis of the Carolina Panthers. Very little surprise among the top safeties, and some names to know from there.
Oh, and Mr Scott himself? He racked up 17 Defeats in 87 plays (19.54%), not bad at all for an inside guy. Good to know he walks it like he talks it...

Rodgers-Cromartie had an outstanding rookie campaign, and Johnson solidified the Oakland secondary opposite Nnamdi Asomugha after the DeAngelo Hall mistake was realized (sorry, Redskins fans...) David was cut by New Orleans because his coverage skills were ill-suited for a man scheme. Winfield and Woodson are two stalwart veterans - Woodson even played safety in a pinch for the Packers last season.
Obviously, the further back in the defense you go, the lower the percentages become. And there's more to any position than Defeats or Stop Rate. But as we go further inside the game, and realize the actual value of things like tackles, the more is revealed. That's what the numbers are all about.
By Doug Farrar | September 11, 2009; 4:38 PM ET |

Hitler is not pleased with Crabtree's holdout. I hope that pink progress bar blinds you.

Kbot — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:21:29 -0000

Hitler is not pleased with Crabtree's holdout.
I hope that pink progress bar blinds you.

NFL Network

Kbot — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 02:07:39 -0000

NFL Network

In case anyone didn't already know this, Comcast Digital subscribers get NFL Network now on channel 736. I have the package with Science Channel, History, National Geographic, etc. I'm not sure if it's only available with this tier and up, but at least it's no longer subscription only (with the Sports Package), and a complete rip-off. Yay.

Cox working on watching the right things

Kbot — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:53:38 -0000

Cox working on watching the right things

This is an interesting article pertaining to Derek Cox, courtesy of ESPN's Paul Kuharsky. In particular, this article contains a lengthy quote from Cox regarding the importance of eye movement as a CB.

Entourage

Kbot — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 03:07:21 -0000

Entourage

So Entourage is finally back on. Anyone else watching?

Article Regarding Rookie Salaries and Negotiations.

Kbot — Fri, 29 May 2009 05:00:28 -0000

Article Regarding Rookie Salaries and Negotiations.

The National Football Post's Jack Bechta sheds some light on rookie contract negotiations, the roles and duties of agents, team contract philosophy, when we can expect them to begin, and the finer points of leverage in rookie contracts. Although it is written from a former agent's perspective, he manages to be impartial to either side. I was thinking about putting together some information on rookie contracts and negotiations, but Bechta is both far more qualified, and has gone into greater detail than I would have. The article is well-written and informative, and I suggest everyone who is interested in contract negotiations and football economics take a glance.

Lets get some people together to split some tickets!

Kbot — Sun, 24 May 2009 05:13:36 -0000

Does anyone want to get some friends together and split some tickets? Everyone will be able to get the group discount, and support our very own Jaguars.

These are the benefits of buying group tickets according to Jaguars.com:

Ticket prices start as low as $40.
Save as much as 20% off the single game price
Group tickets are available for all 10 Jaguars home games.
Provide tickets to employees at discounted Jaguars pricing.
Further discount on ticket pricing may be available for non-profit groups.
Group tickets are available MONTHS before single-game tickets go on sale to the public.
Special Group Experience programs are available on a limited basis.
Parking is available for groups.
Transportation can be arranged.
Opportunity to add on a unique group experience.
Discounts available for parking, food, beverages, and merchandise.
Opportunity to add a luxury Jaguars Cabana for a special pre-game tailgate experience.

Here are some of the relevant info including dates/times, and section/price of home games. Ticket availability cannot be provided until we all know which games each of us is hoping to go to.

Jaguars.com has everything in Flash, so I did some painting. Just match the price to the box color surrounding each section.

I'm not sure how to create a poll with picks, as opposed to a single choice, like a checklist. Hopefully this will work, and leave a comment if you know how to create a checklist instead of a poll.

Poll

SB Nation User Blog: Kbot

Should we start a fantasy football thread?

Should we start a fantasy football thread?

YES! Woooo. More after I regain my composure, sometime next week, maybe. Yes bitches.

Mike Sims-Walker missed curfew and was benched

Mike Sims-Walker missed curfew and was benched

Interesting Information from Football Outsiders via The Washington Post

Hitler is not pleased with Crabtree's holdout. I hope that pink progress bar blinds you.

NFL Network

NFL Network

Cox working on watching the right things

Cox working on watching the right things

Entourage

Entourage

Article Regarding Rookie Salaries and Negotiations.

Article Regarding Rookie Salaries and Negotiations.

Lets get some people together to split some tickets!

Which games would you be interested in going to?