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Scott Matlock – Rookie Season Review
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Scott Matlock – Rookie Season Review

Ryan Watkins takes a look at Scott Matlock's rookie season tape to find out what Jim Harbaugh has seen in his new starter

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Ryan Watkins Aug 1, 2024 16
Chargers sign safety Tony Jefferson out of retirement
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Chargers sign safety Tony Jefferson out of retirement

Tony Jefferson has many Ravens' connections and brings a wealth of winning experience to a defensive backs' room that looked in need of it

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Ryan Watkins Jun 14, 2024 16
Cornelius Johnson: Player Profile
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Cornelius Johnson: Player Profile

The last of the Chargers' 2024 draft class, Cornelius Johnson, looked to be a homer pick for his special teams talents but Ryan Watkins thinks he could become the type…

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Ryan Watkins Jun 14, 2024 8
Brenden Rice: Player Profile
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Brenden Rice: Player Profile

Brenden Rice may be the son of the GOAT but he fell all the way to the 7th round, Ryan digs into the tape to find out what caused his…

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Ryan Watkins Jun 4, 2024 4
Cam Hart: Player Profile
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Cam Hart: Player Profile

Cam Hart seemed to be a steal compared to his consensus third round grade and whilst Ryan was lower on him than most, he can see the reasons why Jesse…

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Ryan Watkins May 24, 2024 7
Justin Eboigbe: Player Profile
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Justin Eboigbe: Player Profile

Ryan Watkins breaks down what Jim Harbaugh and Jesse Minter see in the new defensive lineman

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Ryan Watkins May 21, 2024 9
Tarheeb Still: Player Profile
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Tarheeb Still: Player Profile

The Chargers gambled on Tarheeb Still by taking him 128 spots before his consensus ranking position however when you turn on the tape you can see just how well Still…

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Ryan Watkins May 14, 2024 3
Kimani Vidal: Player Profile
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Kimani Vidal: Player Profile

Kimani Vidal may have been down the consensus rankings but his experience in a gap scheme may mean he has a path to becoming the lead back in Greg Roman's…

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Ryan Watkins May 14, 2024 2
Joe Alt Player Profile
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Joe Alt Player Profile

Joe Alt might have been Ryan Watkins’ OT1 in this class but he orginally didn't want to take him at #5. Here are Ryan’s scouting notes on why he’s a…

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Ryan Watkins May 7, 2024 14
Junior Colson Prospect Profile
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Junior Colson Prospect Profile

Junior Colson was Ryan Watkins' LB1 in this class. Here are Ryan's scouting notes on why he' a perfect fit for the Bolts.

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Ryan Watkins May 3, 2024 6

Recent Comments

I'd agree with finding more of a true NT to supplant Tomlinson in the future but with Mike Elston on board I'd rather push that need to Day 3 in…

→ Draft Prospects 2026: Positional Rankings – Defensive Line Mar 26, 2026

Yeah I see him as a 3T and there's really not many in this class so he's going to go even higher especially with Banks' injury news. I'd be astonished…

→ Stormcloud Prospect Profile: Peter Woods, 3t, Clemson Mar 25, 2026

I feel like I'm higher on Banks than a lot of analysts because to me his flashes are worth the risks of his injury issues. If we could trade back…

→ Draft Prospects 2026: Positional Rankings – Defensive Line Mar 25, 2026

Yeah I'd be very far out on taking him that early. He's better than some options but to take him there means you want an impact player and I just…

→ Stormcloud Prospect Profile: Christen Miller, Defensive Tackle, Georgia Mar 25, 2026

Erick, first of all I want to say that I will be reading your prospect profiles and I'm super excited you're doing them. I have a policy of not reading…

→ Stormcloud Prospect Profile: Domonique Orange, Nose Tackle, Iowa State Mar 20, 2026

Zone blitzes can be separated into two categories: Fire Zone and Replacement Blitzes. Fire Zones end up with 5 or more bodies whereas Replacements (such as creepers) are seen with…

→ Why Chris O'Leary is not just Jesse Minter 2.0 Feb 16, 2026

Erick my dude, I've been meaning to get back to both your comments! I appreciate the positive feedback too. I wanted to pick up on a few things from this…

→ Harbaugh x McDaniel = A Modern Ground Game Built on Traditional Roots Feb 12, 2026

That's some high praise, thank you dude! 1) Whilst I agree on Hampton's potential he is not an adept zone runner like CMC, at least not yet. I am writing…

→ Mike McDaniel's Scheme Explained Feb 4, 2026

Just getting around to replies so my apologies for the delay: I wouldn't resign Keenan at any cost. I was a fan of the signing in Roman's static spacing scheme…

→ Mike McDaniel's Scheme Explained Feb 4, 2026

Fantastic work Tau, I can see just how much research and consideration went into making this so thank you for your efforts. It reads brilliantly too despite all the content,…

→ 2026 Roster Thoughts – Entering Offseason Jan 16, 2026
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