Why Britain Covey is the best punt returner in the NFL

[krindor]

I generally do a preseason analysis of which Utah, BYU, Utah St, Southern Utah etc players are on NFL bubbles or likely to make rosters.

In doing research for that and looking at Covey, I came across this excellent article on why Britain Covey is the best punt returner in the NFL

If you don’t care to read it, here’s the summary

1. Britain Covey has an excellent punt return average – among the best in the league
2. His actual impact is higher though. He calls for fewer fair catches than other returners, under the mindset that “two yards is better than zero yards”. It means he’s more likely to get blown up and also hurts his per return average…but helps the team
3. Similarly, Covey pretty much never lets a punt roll. He’ll stop it, even if (stop me if you’ve heard this) it means he gets blown up and lowers his per return average. But it saves the team 10+ yards when he does it

Just a very well-written article and some hidden value that he brings

[dut99002]

Covey’s built different, to be sure. I heard an interview with him from a few weeks ago on ESPN 700 where he talked about how in depth he studies punt return film. Including he will get cut ups and data and share it with the rest of the punt team to help them improve in their own assignments.

Pretty cool.

[CityCreekUte]

He’s got more talent than size that’s for sure. But beyond that his will is infectious that even fans feel it. As a teammate I’d expect guys being ready to murder someone for him.

[Tony (admin)]

He’s got more talent than size

…that’s what she said.

[Distantute]

Dude will be successful in whatever he does given his charisma and work ethic. Could see him being a great coach kids want to play for some day.

[NashvilleUte]

Would love to see him come back to Utah on the coaching staff someday!

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