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One Does Not Simply Replace Harrison Smith, Part (Cover) 2

Jun 22, 2026

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5 min read

One Does Not Simply Replace Harrison Smith, Part (Cover) 2

Luke Braun continues his series on the challenges the Vikings face replacing Harrison Smith with Part 2 of 3, an explanation of how safeties in Brian Flores' system are supposed to handle Cover 2 (and how they actually handle it).

Luke Braun

One Does Not Simply Replace Harrison Smith: A Three-Part Series

Jun 18, 2026

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8 min read

One Does Not Simply Replace Harrison Smith: A Three-Part Series

Luke Braun begins the first of a three-part series discussing the irreplaceability of Harrison Smith. First, we talk technique and how his potential replacements stack up.

Luke Braun

How Much Should NFL Teams Bid for Brendan Sorsby in the Supplemental Draft?

Jun 15, 2026

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6 min read

How Much Should NFL Teams Bid for Brendan Sorsby in the Supplemental Draft?

Brendan Sorsby has entered the Supplemental Draft. Quarterback-needy teams hoping to skip out on waiting for the 2027 NFL Draft might be willing to spend up to acquire the prospect. Should they?

James Foster

Jun 8, 2026

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10 min read

Can Dallas Turner Take Up The Mantle?

Luke Braun breaks down Dallas Turner's expected role and goes over the film to evaluate his ability to take on a heavier rotation of snaps — where he wins now and where he can improve

Luke Braun