3rd Down Analysis Podcast

Danny Jackson

A podcast about college football that blends fandom with data and strategy. There is particular focus on BYU, the Big 12, and occasional coverage on the broader trends in college football.

  1. 08/08/2024

    3DA - Ep. 15 | Baylor Bears Preview and BYU WR1 Concern

    On today’s episode of the 3rd Down Analysis Podcast, I start the BYU Opponent Preview series with a data-driven deep dive into the Baylor Bears, BYU’s second Big 12 opponent. I walk through the 30,000 foot view of the Baylor program. I preview the key stories on their offense, and then the key stories on the defense. I walk you through more data than I can possibly fit into one episode and highlight where Baylor may be vulnerable to defeat at the hands of the Cougars. Then, I pivot and address a concern that I have about the BYU WR position, “Is there a true #1 WR on the roster?” 00:00 - 02:15 - Welcome on into the Podcast 02:15 - 14:25 - The 30,000 foot overview of Baylor’s program 14:25 - 18:05 - Previewing Baylor’s Offense — What should BYU fans be aware of? 18:05 - 19:25 - Previewing Baylor’s Defense — Where are they vulnerable and what do they need to fix? 19:25 - 20:00 - Pun Read (not currently sponsored so I need to fill the voids with something fun) 20:00 - 29:45 - Deep Dive into the data for Baylor (standard box score & advanced metrics) 29:45 - 35:12 - Does BYU have a true #1 WR on the roster? The mission with the 3rd Down Analysis podcast is to give you deeper, data-driven perspectives that go beyond the surface level. I do the heavy lifting so that you can listen and enjoy the game more on Saturdays. If you enjoy the content, please like and subscribe to the channel. And share with a friend! ————————— Trap Bass Music by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay

    35 min
  2. 08/04/2024

    3DA - Ep. 14 | BYU Opponent Preview: Kansas State + Does the Big 12 Have the Best QB Room in the Country?

    On today’s episode of the 3rd Down Analysis Podcast, I start the BYU Opponent Preview series with a data-driven deep dive into the Kansas State Wildcats. I walk through the 30,000 foot view of the Wildcat program. I preview the key stories on their offense, and then the key stories on the defense. I walk you through more data than I can possibly fit into one episode. Then, I pivot briefly and answer the questions, “Which conference has the best quarterback room in the country? Would the Big 12 win the Gold Medal for best quarterbacks in the country?” 00:00 - 00:40 - Welcome on into the Podcast 00:40 - 16:00 - The 30,000 foot overview of Kansas State’s program 16:00 - 21:40 - Previewing Kansas State’s Offense — What should BYU fans be aware of? 21:40 - 23:13 - Previewing Kansas State’s Defense — Hint - they are going to be really good. 23:13 - 38:00 - Deep Dive into the data for Kansas State (standard box score & advanced metrics) 38:00 - 45:16 - Does the Big 12 have the best quarterback room in the country? The mission with the 3rd Down Analysis podcast is to give you deeper, data-driven perspectives that go beyond the surface level. I do the heavy lifting so that you can listen and enjoy the game more on Saturdays. If you enjoy the content, please like and subscribe to the channel. And share with a friend! ————————— Trap Bass Music by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay

    45 min

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A podcast about college football that blends fandom with data and strategy. There is particular focus on BYU, the Big 12, and occasional coverage on the broader trends in college football.