Optimal Football Strategy article (1 Viewer)

[PlayaHata]

Just read this article in the newest Esquire, "The Genius Issue". I found it very interesting.



ZEUS Football

It's three main findings...

1) Always (almost) go for it on 4th and short

2) Use the onside kick much more frequently

3) In kicking, strength trumps accuracy

 

[PlayaHata]

Just read a little more of the article in detail, and the developers of ZEUS have a website, Pigskin Revolution where they provide analysis of play-calling decisions during the NFL season. Click on "2006 Commentary".