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Locked On Colts - Daily Podcast On The Indianapolis ColtsALL-PRO: Colts' Jonathan Taylor, Tyler Warren Headline SumerSports' Awards (w/ Sam Bruchhaus)Indianapolis Colts Jonathan Taylor and Quenton Nelson were named Midseason First-Team All-Pro by SumerSports, while Bernhard Raimann and Tyler Warren made Second-Team All-Pro. Warren was also named the Midseason Offensive Rookie of the Year.Sam Bruchhaus (@sambruchhaus) of SumerSports joins the show to break it all down!SumerSports' 2025 Midseason All-Pro Team: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/sumersports-2025-midseason-all-pro-team/ Become a Locked On Colts insider! Ask your burning questions and get prompt answers from someone who's around the team every day! Get special access from the locker room, practice field, and press box! J...
2025-11-1732 min
The Chris Russell ShowLindsay Rhoades (SumerSports) Breaks Down NFL Special Teams & AI Stat TechLindsay Rhodes of SumerSports joins the show to discuss how the NFL’s new kickoff rules have reshaped game plans across the league. She breaks down how teams are adjusting their special teams strategies and what early trends are emerging. Lindsay also highlights SumerSports’ innovative AI stats tracker, explaining how it helps fans stay informed, uncover key storylines, and recognize patterns that traditional analytics might miss.
2025-10-0823 min
draft fmSumerSports College Football All-American TeamSam is joined by SumerSports College Football Analyst, Quinn MacLean, to discuss SumerSports' All-American Team
2024-12-1220 min
Stats & SchemeNFL Week 13 Review!Shawn and Sam review NFL Week 13 using SumerSports advanced tracking from an advanced data and film perspective.Eagles vs. Ravens:1:15Vikings vs. Cardinals: 5:20Steelers vs. Bengals: 13:10Chargers vs. Falcons: 16:35Bills vs. 49ers: 19:15Seahawks vs. Jets: 24:25Commanders vs. Titans:: 26:30Colt vs. Patriots: 29:40Panthers vs. Buccaneers: 33:45 Rookie of the Year: 38:25
2024-12-0341 minStats & SchemeContenders, surprise teams, scheme trends, and more!Shawn Syed, Sam Bruchhaus, and Lindsay Rhodes team up for a SumerSports Show crossover episode. The three talk about contenders, surprise teams, scheme trends, top assistant coaches, and the league’s next MVP.
2024-11-281h 09Stats & SchemeNFL Week 12 Review!Shawn and Sam review NFL Week 12 using SumerSports’ computer vision metrics and a film perspective.Bryce Young’s big day: 1:30 How did Anthony Richardson play?: 7:20Checking in on the Texans offense: 11:35Caleb Willians: 16:40Miami’s win streak: 21:45Washington’s offense: 27:00Seattle’s defense: 29:40The Eagles have won seven straight: 33:15
2024-11-2641 minStats & SchemeNFL Week 11 Review!Shawn and Sam Bruchhaus review NFL Week 11 using SumerSports’ computer vision combined with a film perspective.Why Computer Vision?: 3:30Chiefs-Bills: 10:45Bengals-Chargers: 12:30Falcons-Broncos: 16:30Rams-Patriots: 22:20Seahawks-49ers: 25:50Packers-Bears: 30:00Colts-Jets: 31:30Ravens-Steelers: 35:50
2024-11-1942 min
SumerSports ShowJa'Marr Chase, Brandon Aiyuk and the Current WR MarketSumerSports Director of Football Operations, and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff and his co-host, Lindsay Rhodes, discuss the state of the Wide Receiver market and the signings that happened this summer.
2024-09-0443 minSumerSports ShowRealistic Expectations for Starting Rookie QBsIt's a new era for the SumerSports Show! Lindsay Rhodes takes over for Eric Eager as the host with Thomas Dimitroff. Thomas and Lindsay discuss DeShaun Watson's contract restructure, the Patriots QB situation and the three rookie starting QBs.
2024-08-3059 minSumerSports ShowScouting Tight Ends w/ Fmr. Chicago Bears GM Phil Emery | Sumer Scout Deep DiveSumerSports President of Football Operations and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff, interviews SumerSports scout and former Chicago Bears General Manager, Phil Emery, for the Sumer Scout Deep Dive series. In this series, Thomas Dimitroff sits down with his scouting staff to discuss their football journey and how they evaluate positions in the NFL.
2024-08-2748 minSumerSports ShowScouting Linebackers w/ Fmr. Cincinnati Bengals & Oakland Raiders DC Chuck Bresnahan | Sumer Scout Deep DiveSumerSports President of Football Operations and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff, interviews SumerSports scout and former Cincinnati Bengals and Oakland Raiders Defensive Coordinator, Chuck Bresnahan, for the Sumer Scout Deep Dive series. In this series, Thomas Dimitroff sits down with his scouting staff to discuss their football journey and how they evaluate positions in the NFL.Article: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/scouting-quarterbacks-key-traits-and-challenges-in-developing-the-position/
2024-08-231h 25SumerSports ShowScouting Quarterbacks w/ Fmr. New York Jets General Manager John Idzik | Sumer Scout Deep DiveSumerSports President of Football Operations and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff, interviews SumerSports scout and former New York Jets General Manager, John Idzik, for the Sumer Scout Deep Dive series. In this series, Thomas Dimitroff sits down with his scouting staff to discuss their football journey and how they evaluate positions in the NFL.Article: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/scouting-quarterbacks-key-traits-and-challenges-in-developing-the-position/
2024-08-211h 08SumerSports ShowScouting Defensive Linemen w/ Fmr. Chicago Bears Director of Player Personnel Bobby DePaul | Sumer Scout Deep DiveSumerSports President of Football Operations and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff, interviews SumerSports scout and former Chicago Bears Director of Player Personnel, Bobby DePaul for the Sumer Scout Deep Dive series. In this series, Thomas Dimitroff sits down with his scouting staff to discuss their football journey and how they evaluate positions in the NFL.Article: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/scouting-interior-defensive-linemen-key-traits-development-and-players-to-watch/
2024-08-2059 minSumerSports ShowScouting Defensive Backs w/ Fmr. Minnesota Vikings Scout Jeff Robinson | Sumer Scout Deep DiveSumerSports President of Football Operations and former Atlanta Falcons General Manager, Thomas Dimitroff, interviews SumerSports scout and former Minnesota Vikings scout, Jeff Robinson, for the Sumer Scout Deep Dive series. In this series, Thomas Dimitroff sits down with his scouting staff to discuss their football journey and how they evaluate positions in the NFL.Article: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/scouting-cornerbacks-key-traits-position-specifics-and-how-data-can-help/
2024-08-201h 06
SumerSports ShowThe Class Play - Justin Jefferson's Massive Contract and its Effects on the WR MarketSam Bruchhaus, a Data Scientist at SumerSports, walks you through the key components of WR Justin Jefferson's groundbreaking extension agreement with the Minnesota Vikings, then discusses its downstream effects on WR CeeDee Lamb's negotiations with the Dallas Cowboys and WR Ja'Marr Chase's negotiations with the Cincinnati Bengals.
2024-06-1330 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports #NFLDraft2024 Reaction ShowEric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff discuss the #NFLDraft2024 as only they can.1:42 The #Falcons select Michael Penix20:50 The #Vikings trade up for J.J. McCarthy28:30 The #Broncos take Bo Nix at 1233:40 The #Patriots stay at 3 and take Drake Maye43:50 No quarterbacks taken rounds 2-449:00 Favorite draft classes
2024-04-2953 minSumerSports Show#NFLDraft Day 2 PreviewEric Eager brings on data scientists Sam Bruchhaus, Ben Brown and Tej Seth to go over some notable trades on Day 1, what the betting markets could tell us about day 2 and more.https://sumersports.com/subscribe/ We are proud to be brought to you by Underdog Fantasy, the industry's leader in fantasy gaming experiences. Use promo code SUMER to get a 100% match up to $100 dollars when you join today.https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-sumer-sports
2024-04-2750 minSumerSports ShowREBROADCAST: SumerSports #NFLDraft2024 Live ShowJoin SumerSports CEO and former Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff and SumerSports VP of Research and Development Eric Eager as they bring cutting-edge analysis and analytics to the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit.The hosts are joined by SumerSports' Ben Brown, Sam Bruchhaus, Tej Seth, and Shawn Syed live from Detroit, along with other guests from the industry, including former players and agents. Whether we are your primary viewing experience, or your second screen, we at Sumer will offer a unique experience for fans, fantasy players, bettors, journalists, and other analysts.https://sumersports.com...
2024-04-264h 13
SumerSports ShowThe Class Play - Michael Penix Jr. (w/ Asa Arnold)Sam Bruchhaus is joined by fellow data scientist Tej Seth as well as special guest Asa Arnold to discuss Asa's recent article on Michael Penix Jr.: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/the-tour-of-the-top-four-appendix-michael-penix-jr/2:01 - One Word for Penix4:51 - Penix's pros and cons10:58 - Most Intriguing Game(s)17:29 - Closest Comps for Penix23:02 - Best Fits40:44 - Best Single Game CFB Performances
2024-04-2450 minSumerSports ShowThe Class Play - Caleb WilliamsSam Bruchhaus brings on data scientists Ben Brown and Tej Seth to expand on his article on Caleb Williams: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/the-tour-of-the-top-four-caleb-williams/2:29 - One Word for Williams6:08 - Williams' Pros and Cons12:38 - Most Intriguing Game(s)21:00 - Closest Comps for Williams26:55 - Best Fits38:00 - Favorite QB Prospects All Time
2024-04-1844 min
SumerSports ShowStats & Scheme - What Do General Manager Trends Tell Us About The 2024 NFL Draft?Shawn Syed and Tej Seth discuss Tej's article on GM trends and what they could mean for this year's draft: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/what-general-manager-trends-might-tell-us-about-the-2024-nfl-draft/1:10 - Intro to GM Trends7:00 - Top 10 Picks13:22 - Past the Top 1040:50 - Statschis?
2024-04-1643 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports #NFLDraft2024 Mailbag EpisodeEric Eager and Tej Seth answer listener questions ahead of the 2024 #NFLDraft.
2024-04-121h 08SumerSports ShowThe Class Play - Drake MayeSam Bruchhaus is joined by fellow data scientists Ben Brown and Tej Seth to discuss Drake Maye's statistical profile and how he fits in to the quarterback class. Check out the SumerSports NFL Draft Rookie Guide here: https://sumersports.com/2024-nfl-rookie-guide/2:38 - Ben's Underrated QB4:37 - One Word to Describe Maye8:20 - Maye's Pros and Cons15:13 - UNC's Most Interesting Game27:10 - Maye's Comps32:55 - Best Fits for Maye45:46 - Favorite Safety Prospects All Time
2024-04-0352 minSumerSports ShowStats & Scheme - 10 Things We Learned From the SumerSports Rookie Draft GuideShawn Syed and Tej Seth discuss their top 10 takeaways from the upcoming SumerSports NFL Rookie Draft Guide. Visit Sumersports.com/subscribe to get your Rookie Draft Guide emailed to you!0:10 - Draft Guide Preview4:58 - Quarterback Takeaways16:16 - Running Back Takeaways20:06 - Wide Receiver Takeaways32:37 - Tight End Takeaways34:08 - Dynasty Discussion
2024-04-0139 minSumerSports ShowThe Class Play - J.J. McCarthySam Bruchhaus is joined by Tej Seth to discuss Sam's article on J.J. McCarthy: https://sumersports.com/the-zone/the-tour-of-the-top-four-j-j-mccarthy/1:18 - Underrated QBs in the draft6:51 - McCarthy in one word12:12 - McCarthy's pros and cons18:20 - Michigan's most intriguing games23:55 - McCarthy's comps33:32 - McCarthy's best fits41:47 - Favorite OL Prospect
2024-03-2747 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Saturday #NFL TalkEric Eager and Ben Brown discuss the #Chiefs trade of L'Jarius Sneed, the #Titans outlook, what the #Steelers will do at quarterback, the #Browns signing Jerry Jeudy, and the #NFLDraft2024 market.0:35 March Madness talk5:30 Justin Fields traded to #Steelers6:12 L'Jaruis Sneed traded to #Titans15:02 some bullish #Titans takes17:40 #Steelers quarterback discussion20:20 #Browns and Jerry Jeudy discussion26:14 #NFLDraft2024 market discussion
2024-03-2345 minSumerSports ShowFree Agency Frenzy RecapEric Eager and SumerSports Data Scientist Ben Brown discuss the #NFL week that was, before looking to the futures and draft markets for insights.1:11 Ben and Eric talk about #NFL Free Agency2:15 Were the #Vikings the most compelling team this week?9:32 A Peter King story11:50 #Patriots talk15:05 #Commanders talk16:30 A look at the #NFLDraft betting markets23:52 Should the #NFL change their offseason schedule?25:30 Some love for the Houston #Texans29:35 the NFC championship market37:45 the AFC championship market
2024-03-1645 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Legal Tampering Period ShowEric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff discuss the news around the legal tampering period, which opened this afternoon. Where do the top players go? Will the Chiefs trade L'Jarius Sneed? Do the Vikings retain Kirk Cousins? All this and more.0:36 Show intro2:53 Chris Jones signed by #Chiefs11:35 #Raiders sign Christian Wilkins20:04 Kirk Cousins moves to Atlanta #Falcons29:43 Saquon signs with the #Eagles
2024-03-1137 minSumerSports ShowThe SumerSports Show Moves to Sirius XM. Draft Talk. Vibes.Eric Eager and SumerSports Data Scientist Ben Brown talk about tonight's debut on Sirius XM, various things Eric learned at the combine, what the two guys learned at Sloan, and what's happening in the markets as the draft approaches in a month and a half.0:35 Programming announcements1:40 Ben Brown joins the show2:20 Eric recaps the last two weeks of NFL events for him7:36 Eric is excited for some analytics staffers around the league15:10 The 2024 #NFLDraft quarterback class24:35 What do the #Vikings do?29:22 What about Michael Penix and Bo Nix?38:35 What do...
2024-03-0851 minSumerSports Show#SBLVIII Recap. Offseason Preview.Eric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff discuss the #Chiefs victory over the #49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. The guys talk about where the two teams go from here and discuss what's next for the podcast.0:34 Recap of the #Chiefs #SBLVIII win6:29 What's next for the #Chiefs?15:55 What's next for the #49ers?29:04 What's next for the SumerSports Show
2024-02-1232 minSumerSports ShowStats & Scheme: Biggest Questions for 49ers-ChiefsTej Seth and Shawn Syed bring their biggest questions for the upcoming 49ers-Chiefs game. Get your Big Game Breakdown here: https://sumersports.com/big-game-breakdown/0:01:39 - 49ers Offense vs. Chiefs Defense0:17:55 - Chiefs Offense vs. 49ers Defense0:26:27 - General Questions
2024-02-0642 min
Windy City Gridiron: for Chicago Bears fansMaking Monsters: A chat with Eric Eager of SumerSports on the Bears season and futureTaylor Doll chats with VP of SumerSports Eric Eager (@ericeager_); @SumerSports is a program used by NFL teams to help with analysis in roster management; they have also grown to create analytical tools for media and fans. Eric talks about Justin Fields and what the strengths and weaknesses were this season, the defense and what made them turn around. Plus, they take a look ahead at the off-season moves that could be best for Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-01-1159 minSumerSports ShowEberflus stays, Carroll and Vrabel go, as #NFL Black Monday Extends into the WeekEric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff discuss the #Titans letting Mike Vrabel go, the #Seahawks parting ways with Pete Carroll, and the #Bears keeping Matt Eberflus.2:41 Thoughts on the day's news3:49 Underrepresented candidates in the current hiring cycle7:58 Vrabel fired by the #Titans19:02 Pete Carroll steps down from #Seahawks33:24 #Bears keep Eberflus, fire offensive staffDownload the free SumerSports Playoff Preview here: NFL Playoff Preview | SumerSports
2024-01-1037 minSumerSports ShowStats & Scheme - Episode 19Tej Seth and Shawn Syed look over the SumerSports Playoff Preview to talk about one topic for each team:0:15 - Playoff Preview2:11 - Saturday Games9:26 - Sunday Games24:10 - Monday Night Football29:23 - Ravens & 49ers
2024-01-0936 minSumerSports Show#NFL Week 10 ReviewEric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff review some games from week 10 of the #NFL season.1:37 Is John Harbaugh an issue in Baltimore?9:10 Cincinnati is taken down by the Texans19:54 #INDvsNE review - what's going on with Mac Jones27:10 #ATLvsARI review - what to do at quarterback?31:20 #DETvsLAC review - in-game decision-making clinic46:15 is Bill Belichick losing his steam?sumersports.comhttps://sumersports.com/the-zone/building-a-way-to-measure-nfl-coach-value/
2023-11-1358 minSumerSports ShowHow Do Player Evaluations in the #NFL Evolve?Eric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff discuss the process of player evaluation, both from an analytical and traditional scouting lens. How much do these evaluations change? How much variability do they have amongst teams? What does a team do when they are looking to acquire a player they haven't evaluated in a long time?Check out sumersports.com for all of our content and unique player and team statististics.
2023-10-1149 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Week in Review 9/22/2023Eric Eager reviews #NYGvsSF, talks about the #Cardinals' options in the next draft, what the #Falcons are doing with Kyle Pitts, and a preview of week 3.3:37 - #NYGvsSF review6:25 - offenses are less explosive, but almost as efficient12:43 - the Cardinals should take 2 quarterbacks in the draft?23:38 - why don't the #Falcons throw to Kyle Pitts?27:25 - preview of week 334:34 - answering listener questions
2023-09-2239 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Show Week 1 PreviewEric Eager and Thomas Dimitroff preview Detroit versus Kansas City, along with their favorite games of the week.1:15 DET vs. KC preview41:17 Favorite games of the weekend - DAL vs. NYG47:40 GB vs. CHI preview
2023-09-0655 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Week in Review 9/1/2023Eric Eager reviews the week's NFL and CFB news and previews the next week at SumerSports.com.1:55 Intro to the podcast lineup for the fall3:41 Recap of CFB week 0/1 at Circa Sports8:14 T.J. Hockenson extension analysis12:17 Previewing #DETvsKC coaching matchup13:50 Why hasn't Justin Jefferson signed yet?16:30 Kicker news20:20 Nick Bosa and Chris Jones are holding out22:45 Trey Lance/Dak Prescott discussion24:50 Some Mike Tomlin #Steelers discussion26:15 Alex Ingold contract extension29:00 Jonathan Taylor to the PUP33:00 RIP to the legend, Gil Brandt
2023-09-0236 minSumerSports ShowSumerSports Week in Review 8/18/2023Eric Eager reviews the NFL week, talks about the Ryan Clark comments about Justin Jefferson versus George Pickens, the Green Bay Packers, and reviews the new Sumer website.3:20 Review of the week that was and a preview of the weekend6:45 Justin Jefferson versus George Pickens17:18 The bull case for the Green Bay Packers30:45 An intro to Sumer's new website!This podcast is proudly brought to you by Circa Sports. Play the Circa Million Pro Football Contest with six million in total prizes, quarterly payouts and one hundred percent payback. Top prize is one...
2023-08-1835 min