I have to admit, after the 2018 draft I was fearful of what Brett Veach was going to bring to the table as a GM. My fears really weren't assuaged until last year and now, with this class, I'm afraid I'm becoming a Veach fanboy. And nobody wants to see that.
It got me thinking, not only about Veach, but GMs in general. In most peoples opinion, Veachs' last two drafts have been outstanding - particularly in comparison to his first few drafts! Okay, I can see him getting lucky and having one outstanding draft, but two in a row? Maybe Veach, like some of our players, is just getting better, and growing into the GM job.
Which brings up a question: I know it's a little bit off what you normally do, but would you ever consider writing an article about what makes a good GM? I think it was the Athletic (or ESPN?) that did a recent article on ranking the GM's, but I don't believe I've ever seen an article on what qualities go into making a good GM in professional football. What do teams look for when they hire someone for that job? Obviously you have to have a nose for talent, but is that pretty much it? How important is the financial and contract stuff? I know Dorsey was a guy that could judge talent but despite that he was let go apparently because of his inability to handle cap issues. Anyway, given the outstanding analysis you give to player evaluations, it would be great to see something like that for GMs!
I’m shocked! Shocked, I tell you! To learn that Seth doesn’t have immediate access to All-22 film from Fayetteville State! Actually, one of the draftnicks on the Athletic Football Show said there is a whole underground economy in college coach’s film and that getting stuff from smaller schools can require certain ethical compromises that none of us would want an ordained minister and prosecutorial attorney to make.
Seventh round picks are all long shot gambles, but this kid looks like a reasonable bet. If he hits as well as Fenton did (I know, totally different players and skill sets. Just overall level of success) then he’s a huge win.
Something went haywire at substack - no one can tell me what it was - and I've been completely locked out of the site for a few days even though I showed up as a paid subscriber in their records. I finally convinced them to completely delete me as a user and let me start fresh with a different email address.
And voila I'm back! (I'm absolutely certain that all of you were deeply concerned about this.) Anyway it will be nice to start getting my daily dose of Seth and conversation again!
Just reread the article since it's been a few days... That first video clip of the WR falling ignominiously to the turf several yards down field was pretty entertaining! I'd forgotten about that one....
I have to admit, after the 2018 draft I was fearful of what Brett Veach was going to bring to the table as a GM. My fears really weren't assuaged until last year and now, with this class, I'm afraid I'm becoming a Veach fanboy. And nobody wants to see that.
I have a feeling DeAndre Baker won't be on the team after training camp.
The Sean Smith comparison stood out to me....I'll take that any day of the week for a 7th rounder
Can’t wait to see him play!
Really good article, as usual Seth.
It got me thinking, not only about Veach, but GMs in general. In most peoples opinion, Veachs' last two drafts have been outstanding - particularly in comparison to his first few drafts! Okay, I can see him getting lucky and having one outstanding draft, but two in a row? Maybe Veach, like some of our players, is just getting better, and growing into the GM job.
Which brings up a question: I know it's a little bit off what you normally do, but would you ever consider writing an article about what makes a good GM? I think it was the Athletic (or ESPN?) that did a recent article on ranking the GM's, but I don't believe I've ever seen an article on what qualities go into making a good GM in professional football. What do teams look for when they hire someone for that job? Obviously you have to have a nose for talent, but is that pretty much it? How important is the financial and contract stuff? I know Dorsey was a guy that could judge talent but despite that he was let go apparently because of his inability to handle cap issues. Anyway, given the outstanding analysis you give to player evaluations, it would be great to see something like that for GMs!
Nice to have in-depth analysis on late round picks. I like his chances of adding depth to the team.
All I heard was Charvarious Ward 2.0
I’m shocked! Shocked, I tell you! To learn that Seth doesn’t have immediate access to All-22 film from Fayetteville State! Actually, one of the draftnicks on the Athletic Football Show said there is a whole underground economy in college coach’s film and that getting stuff from smaller schools can require certain ethical compromises that none of us would want an ordained minister and prosecutorial attorney to make.
Seventh round picks are all long shot gambles, but this kid looks like a reasonable bet. If he hits as well as Fenton did (I know, totally different players and skill sets. Just overall level of success) then he’s a huge win.
One quick question maybe I missed it in the article how does he play the ball does he get his head around when on deep balls.
Something went haywire at substack - no one can tell me what it was - and I've been completely locked out of the site for a few days even though I showed up as a paid subscriber in their records. I finally convinced them to completely delete me as a user and let me start fresh with a different email address.
And voila I'm back! (I'm absolutely certain that all of you were deeply concerned about this.) Anyway it will be nice to start getting my daily dose of Seth and conversation again!
Just reread the article since it's been a few days... That first video clip of the WR falling ignominiously to the turf several yards down field was pretty entertaining! I'd forgotten about that one....
I predict a 99-yard pick six and two postseason interceptions. :)