Eric Eager

How can you not be romantic about football? Many non-sports fans might be familiar with "moneyball" a theory popularized in the motion picture starring Brad Pitt. Analytics has changed the way baseball will forever be played. But what about football? Today's guest is Eric Eager. Eric Eager is a data scientist at Pro Football Focus (PFF). Eric explains how analytics is transforming the game of football: Should you sign running backs to lucrative contracts? Should you go for it on 4th and 1 with 2 minutes left in the game and you have the lead? Should you draft the best CB or the best EDGE rusher? If you love innovation, I hope you will love this episode. Please follow Eric Eager on Twitter @PFF_Eric if you're a fan of football. His insight and wit makes him a must follow.