1 month ago
Bears news: Ben Johnson reveals advice that 'might've stuck' with Caleb Williams appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Chicago Bears cut loose for 59 points, lifting Caleb Williams into the MVP conversation. And Dan Orlovsky seems to be warming up to Williams. Perhaps advice from Drew Brees might have stuck with Williams, said Ben Johnson, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov.
"HC Ben Johnson says Caleb Williams told him about advice he got from Drew Brees, who called the game for FOX: the difference between a 60% and 70% completion rate is 3 more completions per game. 'That might've stuck with our guy a little bit,' Johnson said with a smile."
Williams hit on 21 of 29 passes for 269 yards and two scores as the Bears humbled the Panthers, 59-37.
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The Chicago Bears cut loose for 59 points, lifting Caleb Williams into the MVP conversation. And Dan Orlovsky seems to be warming up to Williams. Perhaps advice from Drew Brees might have stuck with Williams, said Ben Johnson, according to a post on X by Ari Meirov.
"HC Ben Johnson says Caleb Williams told him about advice he got from Drew Brees, who called the game for FOX: the difference between a 60% and 70% completion rate is 3 more completions per game. 'That might've stuck with our guy a little bit,' Johnson said with a smile."
Williams hit on 21 of 29 passes for 269 yards and two scores as the Bears humbled the Panthers, 59-37.
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1 month ago
Packers news: Will Jordan Love survive Green Bay's o-line? Dan Orlovsky has concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
After allowing 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter on Sunday, the Green Bay Packers suffered a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. While there were some bright spots throughout the contest, one notable weakness was the pass protection. It was so poor that former quarterback turned NFL ***** yst Dan Orlovsky revealed he's concerned about Jordan Love for the rest of the season.
During ESPN's pregame show for "Monday Night Football," Orlovsky implored that the Packers' offensive line has to improve. If not, the club's 27-year-old signal-caller may not survive the 2026-27 campaign.
"He won't survive," Orlovsky said. "This offensive line, if they don't get better, [Jordan Love] won't survive. The only reason it's even a game is because he was sensational early on. I mean, just unbelievable throw after unbelievable throw… I think the most concerning thing is it was, overall, team-wise, [a] very undisciplined performance… [A] divisional opponent that [Matt] LaFleur and them should know better.
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After allowing 22 unanswered points in the fourth quarter on Sunday, the Green Bay Packers suffered a 39-22 Week 1 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. While there were some bright spots throughout the contest, one notable weakness was the pass protection. It was so poor that former quarterback turned NFL ***** yst Dan Orlovsky revealed he's concerned about Jordan Love for the rest of the season.
During ESPN's pregame show for "Monday Night Football," Orlovsky implored that the Packers' offensive line has to improve. If not, the club's 27-year-old signal-caller may not survive the 2026-27 campaign.
"He won't survive," Orlovsky said. "This offensive line, if they don't get better, [Jordan Love] won't survive. The only reason it's even a game is because he was sensational early on. I mean, just unbelievable throw after unbelievable throw… I think the most concerning thing is it was, overall, team-wise, [a] very undisciplined performance… [A] divisional opponent that [Matt] LaFleur and them should know better.
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1 month ago
Rams news: Dan Orlovsky rips LA, Matthew Stafford for 'total dud' vs. 49ers appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Los Angeles Rams got stomped 27-7 by the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1 down in Australia. It was an ugly performance from the entire team, but especially from Matthew Stafford. On Friday, ESPN's Dan Orlovsky ripped into the 38-year-old quarterback for his poor play in L.A.'s season opener.
During the latest episode of "Get Up," the former quarterback turned ******* yst called the Rams' loss one of the worst performances he's ever seen from Stafford and the team. There wasn't much Orlovsky was positive about, as he eviscerated nearly every portion of the roster in his rant.
"Rams, total dud," Orlovsky said. "Sluggish. We're not paid to talk about jet lag and travel plans. I have no idea. But I do know this. Matthew Stafford, coming off of the MVP season, one of the worst games that I've seen him in years. A statue in the pocket, terrible decision-making, forcing the football, refusing to move, could not find any rhythm. And this is an offense that should have been completely in sync, given what they've brought back off of last year. And the only part of their offense that played well was the interior offensive line…
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The Los Angeles Rams got stomped 27-7 by the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1 down in Australia. It was an ugly performance from the entire team, but especially from Matthew Stafford. On Friday, ESPN's Dan Orlovsky ripped into the 38-year-old quarterback for his poor play in L.A.'s season opener.
During the latest episode of "Get Up," the former quarterback turned ******* yst called the Rams' loss one of the worst performances he's ever seen from Stafford and the team. There wasn't much Orlovsky was positive about, as he eviscerated nearly every portion of the roster in his rant.
"Rams, total dud," Orlovsky said. "Sluggish. We're not paid to talk about jet lag and travel plans. I have no idea. But I do know this. Matthew Stafford, coming off of the MVP season, one of the worst games that I've seen him in years. A statue in the pocket, terrible decision-making, forcing the football, refusing to move, could not find any rhythm. And this is an offense that should have been completely in sync, given what they've brought back off of last year. And the only part of their offense that played well was the interior offensive line…
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2 months ago
Joe Montana didn't do enough to crack Dan Orlovksy's top-five quarterback list, but Matthew Stafford is on the verge of getting there.
Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams are one of the strongest Super Bowl favorites in recent years, particularly after Aaron Donald officially came out of retirement to **** emble what could be a historic defensive line with Myles Garrett. Monday morning on ESPN's Get Up, Orlovsky reacted to Donald's return by noting what it could potentially do for Stafford.
“Matthew Stafford gets another one, he has an MVP in his back pocket, he becomes top-five, top-seven of all-time conversation” – Dan Orlovsky pic.twitter.com/aRggw5hYgY
— Awful Announcing (awfulannouncing) August 31, 2026
"Think about the impact this move can not only have on Aaron Donald, but other people's legacies," Orlovsky said. "Matthew Stafford gets another one. He has an MVP in his back pocket. He becomes top-five, top-seven of all-time conversation."
#gets #pocket #becomes
Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams are one of the strongest Super Bowl favorites in recent years, particularly after Aaron Donald officially came out of retirement to **** emble what could be a historic defensive line with Myles Garrett. Monday morning on ESPN's Get Up, Orlovsky reacted to Donald's return by noting what it could potentially do for Stafford.
“Matthew Stafford gets another one, he has an MVP in his back pocket, he becomes top-five, top-seven of all-time conversation” – Dan Orlovsky pic.twitter.com/aRggw5hYgY
— Awful Announcing (awfulannouncing) August 31, 2026
"Think about the impact this move can not only have on Aaron Donald, but other people's legacies," Orlovsky said. "Matthew Stafford gets another one. He has an MVP in his back pocket. He becomes top-five, top-seven of all-time conversation."
#gets #pocket #becomes
2 months ago
At this point, ESPN NFL **** yst Dan Orlovsky is just as well known for his peculiar habits, particularly his food preferences, and life-hack hot takes as he is for his football takes.
All the way back in May 2022, Orlovsky exposed that he will only tolerate birthday cake if it's "ice cream cake because normal cake is gross," much to the disgust of his NFL Live cohorts.
Then, in April 2023, Orlovsky appeared on The Dan Le Batard Show and flaunted his love for plain chicken. "For me, I'm just like, yo, just give me chicken, and I'm fine," he said. "I routinely just eat plain, grilled chicken. Not seasoned. Just give me a piece of chicken, grill it, cook it, and I'll just cube that up and eat it."
This all came back around on Monday's NFL Live episode, as host Laura Rutledge presented Orlovsky with bland chicken **** with a birthday candle stuck in the middle. Orlovsky turns 43 on Tuesday.
"I don't understand the gripe with grilled chicken," Orlovsky said. "I'm actually gonna eat it."
#live #grilled
All the way back in May 2022, Orlovsky exposed that he will only tolerate birthday cake if it's "ice cream cake because normal cake is gross," much to the disgust of his NFL Live cohorts.
Then, in April 2023, Orlovsky appeared on The Dan Le Batard Show and flaunted his love for plain chicken. "For me, I'm just like, yo, just give me chicken, and I'm fine," he said. "I routinely just eat plain, grilled chicken. Not seasoned. Just give me a piece of chicken, grill it, cook it, and I'll just cube that up and eat it."
This all came back around on Monday's NFL Live episode, as host Laura Rutledge presented Orlovsky with bland chicken **** with a birthday candle stuck in the middle. Orlovsky turns 43 on Tuesday.
"I don't understand the gripe with grilled chicken," Orlovsky said. "I'm actually gonna eat it."
#live #grilled
2 months ago
Baker Mayfield may not always receive the same level of recognition as the NFL's elite quarterbacks, but ESPN's latest quarterback trait rankings provide another reminder of just how talented the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' starter has become. In Dan Orlovsky's 2026 rankings, Mayfield landed inside the top 10 in multiple categories, including sixth in arm strength, eighth in rushing ability and 10th in second reaction ability.
The arm strength ranking is particularly notable. Mayfield ranked sixth in the league, ahead of quarterbacks such as Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Dak Prescott. That ranking speaks to an element of Mayfield's game that can sometimes get overlooked because of his reputation as a fiery, competitive quarterback. His ability to make plays outside of structure also received recognition. Mayfield ranked 10th in second reaction ability, showing that his value isn't limited to what he can do from a clean pocket.
When plays break down, he has become increasingly comfortable extending plays and finding opportunities downfield. Mayfield was also eighth among quarterbacks in rushing ability, another area that has become a useful part of his game in Tampa Bay.
With Tampa Bay replacing several key pieces from last season and relying on younger players in important roles, Mayfield's ability to create plays when things don't go according to plan could be one of the team's biggest advantages. He also enters the season with plenty to prove. Mayfield is heading into an important year in Tampa Bay, and his performance could have significant implications for the Buccaneers' future at the position and for his next contract, as he is playing on the final year of his 3-year $100 million deal.
Now Mayfield will have the opportunity to turn those traits into another productive season and show that his overall standing among NFL quarterbacks deserves to be even higher, as well as his next check.
#mayfield #tampa #quarterbacks #become
The arm strength ranking is particularly notable. Mayfield ranked sixth in the league, ahead of quarterbacks such as Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, and Dak Prescott. That ranking speaks to an element of Mayfield's game that can sometimes get overlooked because of his reputation as a fiery, competitive quarterback. His ability to make plays outside of structure also received recognition. Mayfield ranked 10th in second reaction ability, showing that his value isn't limited to what he can do from a clean pocket.
When plays break down, he has become increasingly comfortable extending plays and finding opportunities downfield. Mayfield was also eighth among quarterbacks in rushing ability, another area that has become a useful part of his game in Tampa Bay.
With Tampa Bay replacing several key pieces from last season and relying on younger players in important roles, Mayfield's ability to create plays when things don't go according to plan could be one of the team's biggest advantages. He also enters the season with plenty to prove. Mayfield is heading into an important year in Tampa Bay, and his performance could have significant implications for the Buccaneers' future at the position and for his next contract, as he is playing on the final year of his 3-year $100 million deal.
Now Mayfield will have the opportunity to turn those traits into another productive season and show that his overall standing among NFL quarterbacks deserves to be even higher, as well as his next check.
#mayfield #tampa #quarterbacks #become
2 months ago
ESPN **** yst Dan Orlovsky believes Von Miller can make a meaningful impact for the Dallas Cowboys despite entering his age-37 NFL season.
Miller signed a one-year contract with Dallas on August 16. The eight-time Pro Bowler returns to his home state after recording nine sacks for Washington last season.
Speaking on ESPN's Get Up, Orlovsky pointed to Miller's value in specific situations rather than his overall workload.
"I think it's a huge impact situationally," Orlovsky said. "He had nine sacks last year. He also only rushed less than 250 times."
MORE: Von Miller sends 'special' message after signing with Cowboys
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Miller signed a one-year contract with Dallas on August 16. The eight-time Pro Bowler returns to his home state after recording nine sacks for Washington last season.
Speaking on ESPN's Get Up, Orlovsky pointed to Miller's value in specific situations rather than his overall workload.
"I think it's a huge impact situationally," Orlovsky said. "He had nine sacks last year. He also only rushed less than 250 times."
MORE: Von Miller sends 'special' message after signing with Cowboys
#cowboys
2 months ago
The Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence appeared just once in Dan Orlovsky's ranking of NFL quarterbacks by traits.
Highlighting seven different quarterback traits -- arm strength, ball placement, mechanics, decision-making, pocket presence, second-reaction creativity and rushing ability -- Orlovsky ranked the top 10 quarterbacks in each category.
Lawrence's lone top 10 appearance came in the pocket presence category, coming in at No. 10, highlighting his ability to feel pressure, stay upright, and maneuver around the pocket as needed.
Despite Lawrence only making the top 10 once, he was mentioned by Orlovsky in four other categories as a player who was just one on the outside looking in, including arm strength.
"The one quarterback I really wanted to get into the top 10 was Trevor Lawrence," Orlovsky wrote. "He also has some underrated arm talent and makes difficult throws look easy."
#highlighting
Highlighting seven different quarterback traits -- arm strength, ball placement, mechanics, decision-making, pocket presence, second-reaction creativity and rushing ability -- Orlovsky ranked the top 10 quarterbacks in each category.
Lawrence's lone top 10 appearance came in the pocket presence category, coming in at No. 10, highlighting his ability to feel pressure, stay upright, and maneuver around the pocket as needed.
Despite Lawrence only making the top 10 once, he was mentioned by Orlovsky in four other categories as a player who was just one on the outside looking in, including arm strength.
"The one quarterback I really wanted to get into the top 10 was Trevor Lawrence," Orlovsky wrote. "He also has some underrated arm talent and makes difficult throws look easy."
#highlighting
2 months ago
The Indianapolis Colts' Daniel Jones appeared twice in Dan Orlovsky's ranking of NFL quarterbacks by traits.
Highlighting seven different quarterback traits -- arm strength, ball placement, mechanics, decision-making, pocket presence, second-reaction creativity and rushing ability -- Orlovsky ranked the top 10 quarterbacks in each category.
Jones first appeared in the mechanics section, coming in at No. 3, behind only Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow.
Mechanics is, of course, a key component to delivering an accurate pass and also helps the quarterback operate within the timing and rhythm of the play. Last season, when healthy, Jones was quite good in both of those areas.
"You might be surprised to see Jones at No. 3," Orlovsky wrote. "I was, too. But watching the tape again, I was taken aback by how good his mechanics were in Indianapolis last season. The Colts ran many different forms of RPOs, and that means his mechanics need to be sound. They were."
#mechanics #orlovsky #quarterbacks #traits
Highlighting seven different quarterback traits -- arm strength, ball placement, mechanics, decision-making, pocket presence, second-reaction creativity and rushing ability -- Orlovsky ranked the top 10 quarterbacks in each category.
Jones first appeared in the mechanics section, coming in at No. 3, behind only Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow.
Mechanics is, of course, a key component to delivering an accurate pass and also helps the quarterback operate within the timing and rhythm of the play. Last season, when healthy, Jones was quite good in both of those areas.
"You might be surprised to see Jones at No. 3," Orlovsky wrote. "I was, too. But watching the tape again, I was taken aback by how good his mechanics were in Indianapolis last season. The Colts ran many different forms of RPOs, and that means his mechanics need to be sound. They were."
#mechanics #orlovsky #quarterbacks #traits
3 months ago
In what sounds straight out of the personal hygiene habits of ESPN's Dan Orlovsky, Baltimore Orioles color commentator Ben McDonald made a wild admission during Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
On the MASN broadcast, McDonald told play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown that he's never used shampoo in his life.
"You think you use the same amount of product in your hair as Brandon Marsh does?" Brown asked as the long-haired and full-bearded Marsh was up to bat for the Phillies.
"No way," McDonald replied. "For me, it's just a bar of soap."
"A bar of soap?" Brown questioned, while laughing.
#brown #soap
On the MASN broadcast, McDonald told play-by-play announcer Kevin Brown that he's never used shampoo in his life.
"You think you use the same amount of product in your hair as Brandon Marsh does?" Brown asked as the long-haired and full-bearded Marsh was up to bat for the Phillies.
"No way," McDonald replied. "For me, it's just a bar of soap."
"A bar of soap?" Brown questioned, while laughing.
#brown #soap
7 months ago
Ty Simpson hit with Brock Purdy comparison before 2026 NFL Draft from Todd McShay
With the 2026 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, one of the biggest questions in the first round centers on Ty Simpson, the quarterback from Alabama who enters the draft with just 15 games on his collegiate resume.
Some, like ESPN's Dan Orlovsky, believe Simpson has the potential to be the best overall player in this year's class, a certified franchise quarterback who should be taken over Fernando Mendoza due to his ceiling. But for others? Well, they cite Simpson's inexperience, lack of prototypical size, and la
With the 2026 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, one of the biggest questions in the first round centers on Ty Simpson, the quarterback from Alabama who enters the draft with just 15 games on his collegiate resume.
Some, like ESPN's Dan Orlovsky, believe Simpson has the potential to be the best overall player in this year's class, a certified franchise quarterback who should be taken over Fernando Mendoza due to his ceiling. But for others? Well, they cite Simpson's inexperience, lack of prototypical size, and la
1 yr. ago
Dan Orlovsky, CT native and ex-UConn football star, wins a Sports Emmy for work with ESPN's NFL Live
