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Ryan Clark

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Ryan Clark

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TakeScoreC+#10

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25%

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THE HIGHLIGHT REELbest, worst, and most recent take — at a glance.
BEST TAKEJAN 12, 2026
B+RIGHT

“Tonight is a tough one to critique Herbert on. He was under siege the entire night, and most of the season… Still, it’s three post season games and he’s underperformed in every one of them. At some point he has to show he’s more than a very talented regular season QB!”

Herbert's third playoff appearance, a 16-3 loss to the New England Patriots on January 12, 2026, further cemented his poor postseason record. He completed just 19 of 31 passes for 159 yards, zero touchdowns, was sacked six times, and lost a fumble — resulting in a career postseason passer rating of just 64.7 across three games. He remains 0-3 in the playoffs with no deep run, fully validating Ryan Clark's take.

WORST TAKEAPR 23, 2026
C−PARTLY RIGHT

“I love the Jones family. They know how to make news! Stephen Jones did not have to announce to the world that the @dallascowboys would not negotiate with George Pickens, but if I know them it was with intention. It’s a signal that Dallas’ draft could consist of a wide receiver beings drafted & George Pickens being moved! This team needs to improve in so many ways. They’ve now added to the draft intrigue. #FirstTake #GeorgePickens #DallasCowboys #StephenJones #NFLDraft”

The Cowboys did draft a wide receiver (Anthony Smith, ECU, pick #218 in the 7th round), satisfying condition one — though it was a deep depth pick rather than a meaningful signal. However, George Pickens was NOT traded during the draft; he signed his franchise tag and remained on the Cowboys roster, with Stephen Jones explicitly stating no trade intention. The take's core thesis — that the announcement was a signal of a Pickens trade — proved false.

MOST RECENTOCT 8, 2026
–PENDING

“The infamous “piss missile”! 🚀 Play Dak Prescott in zone if you dare. He’s seeing the field at an elite level and delivering with pinpoint accuracy. Here, he identifies Cover 2 and never even looks at CeeDee Lamb before dropping this hole shot perfectly. That chemistry can’t be taught—it’s developed. Dak & CeeDee are operating at an All-Pro level, which is why disguise and pressure will be critical for Todd Bowles. The Pivot Sports “The Read” #Dak #CeedeeLamb #Cowboys #TNF”

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Ryan Clark
Ryan Clark
TAKE MADE OCT 8RESOLUTION DATE JAN 14, 2027
—GRADE
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“The infamous “piss missile”! 🚀 Play Dak Prescott in zone if you dare. He’s seeing the field at an elite level and delivering with pinpoint accuracy. Here, he identifies Cover 2 and never even looks at CeeDee Lamb before dropping this hole shot perfectly. That chemistry can’t be taught—it’s developed. Dak & CeeDee are operating at an All-Pro level, which is why disguise and pressure will be critical for Todd Bowles. The Pivot Sports “The Read” #Dak #CeedeeLamb #Cowboys #TNF”

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Ryan Clark
Ryan Clark
TAKE MADE OCT 7RESOLUTION DATE JAN 14, 2029
—GRADE
PENDING

“I’ve said it since I watched Travis Hunter make that diving interception on the goal line against TCU in his Colorado debut: this dude could be an All-Pro corner. And now, finally, the Jaguars are starting to see it too. He played 76 defensive snaps against the Bengals and was absolutely stellar. If you don’t believe me, don’t take my word for it. Watch the film. Like they say… film don’t lie! @Thepivotsports on @youtube #ThePivotSports #TravisHunter #Jaguars”

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NEW THIS WEEK
Ryan Clark
Ryan Clark
TAKE MADE OCT 7RESOLUTION DATE JAN 14, 2027
—GRADE
PENDING

“Josh Allen was anointed the NFL’s “greatest” this offseason—a rare distinction for someone without a championship. He’s made enough late-game plays to keep the Bills undefeated, but eventually the mistakes were going to cost them. That moment came against New England. Drake Maye delivered the clutch throw, finding the underrated Efton “Effing” Chism for a phenomenal go-ahead, one-handed TD. Allen flirted with disaster, and this time, the Patriots capitalized. @thepivotsports on @youtube #ThePivotSports #Bills #Pats #NFL”

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Ryan Clark
Ryan Clark
TAKE MADE OCT 1RESOLUTION DATE OCT 3, 2026
—GRADE
PENDING

“THE READ: Steelers Film Study I wanted to bring you into my study of the Steelers heading into Thursday Night Football. Aaron Rodgers was under siege through the first two weeks, constantly having to fit footballs into tight windows. So Brian Angelichio & Mike McCarthy got in the lab to create more time and space. This bunch concept vs. Cincy gives Roman Wilson a clean release, the pocket holds up, and Rodgers gets just enough time to layer in a touch “piss missile.” 😂 That’s The Read. 🎥 on @thepivot @youtube channel. #TheRead #ThePivotSports #ThePivot”

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Current TakeScore: C+