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Why I left the Basin School
Since the Basin Elementary Board of Trustees voted to go non-operational on June 17, many of the board meetings, in my view, have been driven more by rumor, social media commentary, and remarks from former employees than by fact. After returning from medical leave, having previously only participated via Zoom, I was uncertain what to expect at the August board meeting.
Red truck, and cast of 39, bring ‘Snow Queen’ to Boulder
Each spring, the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s (MCT) “Red Truck” arrives at Boulder Elementary School, bearing a talented theater director, a complete stage set and everything needed to put on a remarkable show — lights, costumes, props. Everything but the cast, which will emerge from our students. It’s a special moment, evoking a myriad of thoughts and cherished memories for many in our community.
2023 NFL Draft Watch List: Tiering the Best College Defensive Linemen
The conclusion of the 2022 NFL Draft means that teams and fans alike can start looking forward to next year’s crop of players. While it is far too early to have conclusive opinions on where each player will rank due to a full season of games and the player development ahead of us, this tier ranking previews how these players go into the season ranked against their position group. These tiers are subject to change but give a quick outlook on the expectations of these players.
2023 NFL Draft Watch List: Tiering the Best College Offensive Linemen
The conclusion of the 2022 NFL Draft means that teams and fans alike can start looking forward to next year’s crop of players. While it is far too early to have conclusive opinions on where each player will rank due to a full season of games and the player development ahead of us, this tier ranking previews how these players go into the season ranked against their position group. These tiers are subject to change but give a quick outlook on the expectations of these players.
2023 NFL Draft Watch List: Tiering the Best College Wide Receivers
The conclusion of the 2022 NFL Draft means that teams and fans alike can start looking forward to next year’s crop of players. While it is far too early to have conclusive opinions on where each player will rank due to a full season of games and the player development ahead of us, this tier ranking previews how these players go into the season ranked against their position group. These tiers are subject to change but give a quick outlook on the expectations of these players.
2023 NFL Draft Watch List: Tiering the Best College Quarterbacks
The conclusion of the 2022 NFL draft means that teams and fans alike can start looking forward to next year’s crop of players. It is way too early to have conclusive opinions on where each player will rank due to a full season of games and the player development ahead of us. This tier ranking previews how these players are viewed going into the season against the rest of their position group. These tiers are subject to change but give a quick outlook on the expectations heading into the season.
5 Impact Veterans Who Could be Surprise Post-Draft Cuts
This time of year, teams have completed their draft selections and are looking toward their mini-camp and training camp rosters. The new rookies who have something to prove sometimes overtake the veteran players who are already on the fringe of the roster. Other times teams are looking to go in a new direction with their newly fired coaching staffs and front offices.
Best NFL Draft Fits of the First Round
When it comes to prioritizing their boards, NFL teams focus on primarily two different player valuation thought processes. First, teams look for players that have high-end physical traits that would allow them to be molded and developed. The other piece of the puzzle is finding players that performed in a similar play style that would be an immediate scheme fit. Teams run various types of offenses and defenses which makes specific players more advantageous in their scheme.
Assessing Likely Deebo Samuel Trade Packages
Deebo Samuel marks the next big name wide receiver who has requested a trade from his team. With the receiver market being reset this offseason, players are looking to lock down their long-term money and financial stability. The talks between San Francisco and Samuel have reportedly stalled which has resulted in a trade request from Samuel, per Jeff Darlington. Breaking News: I just spoke to wide receiver Deebo Samuel — and he told me that he has asked the 49ers to trade him.
The 2022 NFL Draft All-Sleeper Team
Around this time of year, there is a general consensus on who the top players are at their position and which players earned draftable grades. Opinions start to reflect similar valuations, and good players fall through the cracks due to this type of groupthink. We’ve established this sleeper team to point out players The 33rd Team feels are being undervalued by public perception. Our team of scouts identified these 19 players as our 2022 NFL Draft All-Sleeper Team.
Top 10 Biggest Pro Day Risers in the 2022 NFL Draft
College Pro Days are a special time of the year where players can use the comfortability of their school environment to perform in front of NFL coaches and scouts. What is on film matters the most when it comes to player evaluation, but Pro Days give athletes an opportunity to show just how athletic they are when it comes to speed, explosiveness and agility. They also allow smaller school players to be tested on a level playing field as far as athletic testing is concerned.
Former New York Giants Scout on The Daniel Jones Conundrum
Tom Rudawky is a former NFL scout who has worked for the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants. He now writes for The 33rd Team among other publications. Find him on Twitter @TRudy831 When the New York Giants selected Daniel Jones sixth overall in the 2019 NFL Draft, it sent shockwaves across the NFL. Jones was viewed by many draft pundits as hardly a first round talent, and here he was being selected above “sure thing” talents such as Jacksonville’s Josh Allen and Buffalo’s Ed Oliver.
The Ideal Cap Hit For a Super Bowl QB is Lower Than You May Think
If for some reason you needed a reminder of the importance of the quarterback position, the NFL provided it in emphatic fashion as the offseason kicked into high gear.
Assessing the Impact of Calvin Ridley's Suspension
The NFL has announced that Falcons star WR Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the entire 2022 season for betting on NFL games in 2021. A press release from March 7 states that “the activity of Ridley took place in a 5-day window in November of 2021” while Ridley was away from the Falcons on the non-football illness list. Ridley may petition for reinstatement on or after February 23rd of 2023. He may appeal his suspension within 3 days of the filing of the suspension.
The 33rd Team’s Key NFL Combine Takeaways: Day 4
The 33rd Team is reporting on the NFL Combine live from Indianapolis all week. Here’s our final recap of the biggest takeaways from Day 4 of the event. Find our takeaways from Day 1, 2 and 3 linked below. Key Takeaways from Day 4 Baylor CB Kalon Barnes ran a 4.23 official 40-yard dash, the fastest time ever by a defensive player. The former track runner at Baylor ran a 10.29 100 Meter at the 2019 Baylor Invitational.
New England Patriots Free Agency Preview
After a 47-17 defeat in the Wild Card round at the hands of divisional rival the Buffalo Bills, the Patriots are at somewhat of a crossroads with a number of big players slated to potentially hit free agency. A year after its first losing season since 2000, the Patriots were able to rebound with a 10-7 record and were the top seed in the AFC for a few weeks.
Philadelphia Eagles Free Agency Preview
In the Eagles’ first season under rookie head coach Nick Sirianni, the team exceeded expectations with a 9-8 record – making the playoffs as the 7 seed in the NFC. However, their season ended in the Wild Card round in a 31-15 loss at the hands of Tom Brady and the Buccaneers. After a slow start to the season, the offense adjusted their strategy – relying heavily on the run game – to win 7 of their last 10 games and ending the year #1 in rushing yards in the league.
John Fox's 3 Pillars That Form a Super Bowl Foundation
One of the most important things that all great coaches have in common is a strong “why” behind everything they do. If a coach’s “why” is to make money, this profession probably won’t work out for them. My “why” has always been to win a world championship. It’s easy to talk about, but getting to a Super Bowl takes more than just talent.
Should Players Opt-Out of Bowl Games? From the Perspective Of Players, Coaches and Scouts
When Matt Corral went down with a leg injury early in the Sugar Bowl and returned on crutches with tears in his eyes, many around college football had disparate takes on the events that brought him to this moment. Despite being considered as a potential first-rounder in the 2022 draft class, Corral decided to play out the Sugar Bowl with his teammates.
Kotwica's Week 11 Special Teams Report: Kicking Will Play a Huge Part in Playoff Race
Having worked in the NFL for 15 years in the special teams realm as an assistant and as a Coordinator, each week we will discuss the most impactful moments from the kicking game. While special teams can be overlooked at times, the critical nature of a reliable and effective special teams unit cannot be overstated. This week, we will take a closer look at the week’s impactful plays, tip our cap to the top performers, AND take a deep dive into kicking success rate.
Fantasy Football Week 12 Starts/Sits
It’s time for our Week 12 Starts and Sits! Remember, we’ll do our best to predict outcomes based on what’s given to us. That’s diving into the numbers, digging through the juicy matchups, examining trends, watching the film, and collecting data that should lean towards certain players being better starts than others. While it won’t always play out that way, fantasy is a game of what’s most “likely” to happen and we need to attack it that way.
BEWARE: Week 12 Starters Set to Underperform
Houston Texans defensive end DeMarcus Walker (55) puts the pressure on Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill (17) during the third quarter at Nissan Stadium Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 in Nashville, Tenn. Titans Texans 3207 This NFL season has been nothing short of surprising. There have been injuries to top running backs, unexpected breakouts from tight ends, and upsets happening weekly. This is no different for fantasy.
Notable Lineup Changes Around the NFL
Chase Claypool —> Out, James Washington —> In James Washington will be used as the Steelers deep threat until Chase Claypool’s return from injury. During his 4 year career, Washington has 102 catches—32 of those have gone for explosive plays (15+ yds). Randy Gregory —> Out, Micah Parsons —> In After Randy Gregory sustained a calf injury, expect to see Parsons play the majority of his snaps at EDGE rather than LB.
Titans' Four Man Pass Rush Is the Key to Their Success
The Tennessee Titans reside atop the AFC at 7-2 after a five game win streak that has seen their defense play excellent football. Tennessee’s last four games have been impressive victories over the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, Indianapolis Colts, and most recently the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday Night Football.
Fantasy Football Week 10 Starts/Sits
It’s time for our Week 10 Starts and Sits! Remember, we’ll do our best to predict outcomes based on what’s given to us. That’s diving into the numbers, digging through the juicy matchups, examining trends, watching the film, and collecting data that should lean towards certain players being better starts than others. While it won’t always play out that way, fantasy is a game of what’s most “likely” to happen and we need to attack it that way.
33rd Team DFS and Betting Roundup: Week 9
I’m a total degenerate. I used to love sports, now I just love making money from sports. If you’re like me, The 33rd Team has you covered. Our staff of football experts including current and former executives and coaches offers insight you won’t find anywhere else. While I’m no expert, I do know how to connect the dots between those insights and turning a profit.
Fantasy Football Week 9 Starts/Sits
It’s time for our Week 9 Starts and Sits! Remember, we’ll do our best to predict outcomes based on what’s given to us. That’s diving into the numbers, digging through the juicy matchups, examining trends, watching the film, and collecting data that should lean towards certain players being better starts than others. While it won’t always play out that way, fantasy is a game of what’s most “likely” to happen and we need to attack it that way.
33rd Team DFS and Betting Roundup: Week 6
I’m a total degenerate. I used to love sports, now I just love making money from sports. If you’re like me, The 33rd Team has you covered. Our staff of football experts including current and former executives and coaches offers insight you won’t find anywhere else. While I’m no expert, I do know how to connect the dots between those insights and turning a profit.
Rookie QB Rankings: First Quarter Review
After months of discussion and evaluation over the top quarterbacks available in the 2021 NFL Draft, the end product saw each of the top five prospects land within the top 15 spots for the first time since 1999 and only the third time in NFL history. With the obvious selection of Trevor Lawrence at one followed by the selection that became obvious, Zach Wilson, the 49ers then shocked the world with Trey Lance at three.
What to Expect From Joe Burrow Following His ACL Injury
Injuries are a part of any sport and can be big obstacles in an athlete’s development and production throughout their career. One of the most severe injuries in any sport is an ACL tear. It requires a strenuous amount of rehabilitation and mental toughness to deal with. That said, there have been several high-profile quarterbacks who tore an ACL and continued their careers post injury.
How the Top 4-3 Defenses Allocate Salary Cap Dollars
X Britton Mann . Jul 5 . 1 min read There are many reasons as to why some defenses perform better than others even though they run similar schemes. Personnel decisions and cap allocation are some of the most impactful factors that can explain why one defense performs better than others. We can find correlations to what the most advantageous cap structure is by taking a look at how the top and bottom five 4-3 defenses from the 2020 season allocated their cap space to the front seven.
Nick Bolton, LB, Missouri
03 Sep Preseason Scouting Notes: Nick Bolton, LB, Missouri Posted at 13:00h in XTB Scouting, Defense, LB by Britton Mann Junior | 6’0” 232 lbs | Frisco, TX A downhill thumper with 3-down ability who embodies the patience and precision needed in an off-ball LB Overview: Nick Bolton came to Missouri as a true freshmen and immediately saw playing time by clocking snaps in 13 games.
Jaret Patterson, RB, Buffalo
20 Aug Preseason Scouting Notes: Jaret Patterson, RB, Buffalo Posted at 16:00h in Offense, RB, XTB Scouting by Britton Mann Junior | 5’9” 195 lbs | Glendale, MD An elusive, scheme versatile running back with quick feet who must improve as a pass blocker Overview: In 2019, Jaret Patterson led the Buffalo Bulls backfield as their leading offensive producer in their run-heavy offense.
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