Jets can damage Colts' poor pass defense, playoff hopes
The Colts can increase their playoff probability in a big way at MetLife Stadium on Monday night, but they'll have to account for a major weakness against the Jets' passing attack.
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Jameis Winston now a comfortable pocket passer
The Buccaneers have won four in a row and one reason is that Jameis Winston's Total QBR no longer resembles that of Brian Hoyer and Blaine Gabbert.
A stats-based guide to the College Football Playoff
The College Football Playoff field is set. Can anyone beat Alabama? Here is a look at every team's chance to win the playoff.
Is Raptors' offense historic like the Warriors?
Does the Warriors' all-time offense have serious competition in Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan and the Raptors? Kevin Pelton looks at how Toronto is scoring so well.
Westbrook's place in 30-40 club offers more evidence of his dominance
Russell Westbrook is averaging a triple-double, but even that doesn't encapsulate his dominance. Westbrook is on pace to pull off something for the fourth time that Jordan and Magic never did.
How FPI projects the College Football Playoff will play out
Now that we finally know the four teams playing in the College Football Playoff, we turn our attention to an even more important question: Who will win it all?
Brees' metrics show player exhibiting no signs of slowing down
Despite his advancing age, Drew Brees' efficiency has been characteristically strong. Brees is having one of the top QBR seasons for a player age 37 or older since 2006.
Why Dak Prescott is the NFL's MVP
A stat measuring total QB impact shows Dak Prescott is not only the most valuable this year but also one of the most valuable of the past 10 years.
How analytics will alter Panthers' playing style
With Gerard Gallant out and Tom Rowe in behind the Panthers' bench, how will the team's emphasis on analytics manifest itself on the ice?
What a four-team playoff would look like in the NFL
If the NFL could only pick four teams to make the playoffs, a look at who would be in the top four using different metrics.
Who will have the best resumes after conference championship Saturday?
Washington moved into the top 4 in our strength of record metric after its win on Friday. Will the Huskies remain in the top 4 after Saturday's games?
Hey CFP committee, pay attention to Oklahoma
The Sooners have a dominant offense, star power and a stronger strength of schedule than Washington. With a win on Saturday, it will be difficult for the committee to leave them out.
Who'll make the playoff? College football predictions
Wisconsin and Penn State are outside the top four but knocking on the door, according to the most recent predictions from FiveThirtyEight.
Updated Total QBR rankings entering Week 13 of the NFL season
Dak Prescott leaps Tom Brady to move back to No. 1 in ESPN's Adjusted QBR rankings for 2016, while Marcus Mariota moves into the top 10.
Playoff odds: Broncos, Packers still lurking
Denver and Green Bay wouldn't be in the playoffs if the season ended today, but they're far from eliminated. Football Outsiders updates the postseason odds for all 32 teams.
NBA rankings: Best year ever for Love, Russ?
Is Kevin Love on pace for his best season ever? How does it compare with Russell Westbrook's triple-double frenzy? We rank the top 10 players from the week and the season so far.
Pittsburgh Steelers surge to No. 5 in FPI
The Patriots remain No. 1 in FPI, but there were some big movers below them last week, including the Steelers jumping four spots to No. 5.
The NHL's most unsustainable trends
With a quarter of a season in the books, which trends around the league are least likely to continue? Here are nine early-season performances that raise red flags.
Which coach got it right? Untangling madness in Denver
Everyone is asking: Should Gary Kubiak really have tried to win it with a 62-yard field goal? Well, turns out that's just one of many questions from a wild Sunday night game. Some answers ...
Warriors the best offense ever?
With Kevin Durant, Steph Curry and two more All-Stars, will Golden State top the Steve Nash Suns and the best offenses in history? Kevin Pelton looks at how high the Warriors can go.
BPI hints at bad news for the Big Ten
The ACC hasn't won the ACC/Big Ten Challenge in seven years. That's five losses and two ties. So will the Big Ten continue to own this Challenge, especially in a year when the ACC is loaded?
Going to WAR: The mystery of Robbie Ray
One metric says Diamondbacks lefty Robbie Ray was below average in 2016. Two others place him in the top half of the league. Welcome to baseball's "Two Watches" era, in which nothing is certain.
Proof that Dak Prescott has been a historically great rookie (so far)
Cam Newton. Ben Roethlisberger. Matt Ryan. All three won Rookie of the Year, but through 10 games this season, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is surpassing all of them.
Is Vince Carter a Hall of Famer?
Will Vince Carter make the Hall of Fame? Should he? Kevin Pelton breaks down the best arguments for and against Vinsanity.
Is Tuukka Rask's hot start sustainable?
A mediocre 2015-16 season for Tuukka Rask kept the Bruins out of the playoffs. But now that he's on top of his game again, they look like one of the top contenders in the Eastern Conference.
Can we talk about Austin Rivers, please?
The LA Clippers have the NBA's best record and designs on a championship. But Austin Rivers' prominent role, combined with his suspect numbers, are threatening to sink their chances.
Kemba now one of NBA's best PGs?
Kemba Walker is on the hottest shooting streak of his career and has Charlotte contending for home-court advantage in the East. Is his leap from good to great this season for real?
Why Fort Wayne's win over Indiana isn't that shocking
The win got plenty of headlines, but Fort Wayne's upset of Indiana wasn't even among college basketball's top five upsets of 2016-17 to date. Here's why.
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Should you move Jay Ajayi before the trade deadline?
Jay Ajayi has posted some big numbers in recent weeks, but are his best fantasy days behind him? Dig into the numbers to find out if you should hold onto the Miami back.
Will Doug Baldwin repeat his 2015 second-half heroics?
Doug Baldwin helped win quite a few fantasy leagues last season with his dominant performances down the stretch. Is he about to do it again in 2016?
Who is the next Nicklas Lidstrom?
There may never be another defenseman like the Red Wings great. But these four players are the closest, based on four key factors.
Holliday among under-the-radar free agents who can still contribute
Yes, the free-agent market is light on top-tier talent, but it does have a number of useful players -- even if a little past their prime -- who can still help a major league team.
2017 standings projections: Cubs' odds, surprise contenders and more
The reliable ZiPS projection system spits out preliminary win projections, playoff chances and World Series win percentages for all 30 teams and remains cautious but optimistic about the Cubs.
How much are top free agents truly worth?
When determining the ideal dollars and years for each notable free agent, the ZiPS projection system sees just two players being worth $100 million. See which players top the list.
Which free agents will cash in on postseason trends?
October taught us versatility is valuable, relievers rule and curveballs are crucial to success. That could mean big bucks for a select group.
Is Joel Embiid a future superstar? Better than Ben Simmons?
He's making 3s and blocking shots. Is Joel Embiid already a more promising young NBA prospect than Sixers teammate Ben Simmons?
How Stamkos got back on track
Following a season where he scored 0.83 points per game, Steven Stamkos is off to a much better start in 2016-17. What has changed?
Why wait for a bracket? These mid-majors will make noise in March
Anyone who has filled out an NCAA tournament bracket knows it pays to pick the right upsets. The Basketball Power Index has already identified mid-major teams to keep an eye on this season.
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The NHL Microcore Index for 2016-17
When considering every NHL team's microcore (No. 1 center, No. 1 defenseman, goalie), who comes out on top? Our panel ranks the entire league.
Can Montreal keep scoring like this?
With Carey Price in goal, the Montreal Canadiens don't need a high-powered offense. But they've got one this season. Here's why that trend will continue.
Nebraska's perfect start and the role of analytics
Nebraska is one of a small group of remaining undefeated teams in CFB. It's also the only D-I school with a wide-ranging sports analytics department. Connection? Maybe not ... but maybe.
