Aaron Schatz's Articles

The Lions fall a bit after a close win over Green Bay but still rank among the top 10 teams in DVOA history. Get all the updated ratings here!

Pat Freiermuth and Amon-Ra St. Brown are among the 2024 receivers challenging catch rate records. Plus, best and worst of Week 14 by DYAR.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 14 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

Players who look better when we look at receiving by route instead of by target include Amon-Ra St. Brown, Drake London, and Malik Nabers.

The Eagles are up to third in weighted DVOA with their defense playing great since Week 7. Plus: are the Chiefs the worst 11-1 team ever?

Russell Wilson had a big Week 13, but it was yet another game this year where he took advantage of a bad pass defense.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 13 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

The Lions are still on top, the Eagles are on the rise, plus a look at schedule strength split into offense/defense and past/future.

Saquon Barkley's MVP case is complicated by a very easy schedule. Plus, more of the best and worst players of Week 12 by our DYAR stats.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 12 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

Here's a look at cornerback coverage through Week 11. Some of the best cornerbacks are those expected (Patrick Surtain, Christian Benford) and those unexpected (Darrell Baker?).

The Lions climb up the ranks and now stand as the No. 3 team in DVOA history through 10 games. Plus, is the Ravens defense... OK?

The best and worst players of Week 11 by DYAR, plus a look at when MVP candidates have bad days. It happens!

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 11 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

All the latest DVOA ratings, plus a look at whether certain coaches have a history of overperforming or underperforming their PGWE (Post-Game Win Expectancy) numbers.

Kyler Murray was the top quarterback of Week 10. Which QB archetype does he fit? Is he a Sack-Taker, a Gunslinger, or a Game Manager?

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 10 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

The Lions continue to rise on the historical lists. Plus: Chiefs vs. historical 8-0 teams, and a look at pass funnels and run funnels.

It was another huge week for Lamar Jackson, his best of a great season. Plus, more on the best and worst DYAR of Week 9.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 9 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

Detroit moves up to No. 1 for the first time in DVOA history after destroying the Titans. Plus: Count down the 10 best special teams games since 1979!

Denver beat Carolina despite one of the worst rushing days in DYAR history from Javonte Williams. Plus, all of the best and worst players of Week 8!

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 8 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

Here's our first look at Route DVOA and DYAR for 2024, led by Falcons wideout Drake London and Justin Jefferson of the Vikings.

The Ravens move into the top slot with one of the best offenses ever tracked by DVOA. Meanwhile, if it feels like the really bad teams are particularly bad this season, that's because they are.

It was a big week for Lions stars including Jahmyr Gibbs, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Jared Goff. Plus, a look at who has gained and lost the most value due to schedule so far.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 7 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

Here's a look at cornerback coverage DVOA through Week 6 of the 2024 season, highlighted by Marshon Lattimore, Jaylon Johnson, Patrick Surtain, and a surprising Stephon Gilmore.

The Vikings stay on top, the Lions are No. 2, and the Packers, Bucs, and Falcons move up. It's a big year for the NFC!

Jared Goff was good and Dak Prescott was bad this week, plus a look at Calvin Ridley and other wide receivers with big 0-for days.

FTN's Aaron Schatz offers up his favorite bets for Week 6 of the NFL season based on DVOA.

The undefeated Vikings are still on top with the undefeated Chiefs climbing six spots to No. 3.