Week 1 DVOA Data Upsets Knee-Jerk Conclusions

Week 1 produced a rare data-driven pattern: every 1-0 team posted positive DVOA and every 0-1 team negative, with San Francisco leading DVOA after their win and opponent-adjusted metrics now in play. Key storylines include Derrick Henry’s outside-zone dominance for Baltimore, the Bills exploiting Reed Blankenship with heavy 13-personnel, Malik Muhammad II’s impressive Bears debut, and Jets’ improved pass protection. The Cardinals were noted for showing talent on a rebuild. The piece cautions against overreacting to a single week while highlighting data-backed takeaways.