318 - Mahomes, Money, and Advanced Analytics - a podcast by The Power Sweep

from 2020-07-08T07:30:49

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The Kansas City Chiefs backed up the money truck for Patrick Mahomes. Good for him! But can you believe the numbers? Probably not. Then, who on the Packers is hurting the cap? Some names might surprise you. Finally, what should we make of the statistical revolution in the NFL? Our latest book chapter has some thoughts.

Reacting to the Patrick Mahomes deal (2:28)

Patrick Mahomes scored the biggest contract extension ever, but at what cost?

Further reading: Breakdown of the Mahomes deal

That $500 Million Number May Look Big, But Patrick Mahomes Is Actually Giving Up a Lot

Some bad contract values on the Packers(12:43)

Not every contract on the Packers is a good one. Here are three that are poor values.

Further reading: The three worst salary cap values on the Packers’ 2020 roster

Take Your Eye Off the Ball - Chapter 17 (16:32)

Pat Kirwan has some thoughts on advanced analytics that are worth reflecting on.

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