NFL Week 8 Breakdown: Rex Ryan Wrong On Love, Tomlin Fails Again, Maye Ascending, Ref Controversies

Sharp Football Analysis by Warren Sharp

Warren Sharp breaks down the most impactful storylines from NFL Week 8 — from elite quarterback play and predictable coaching failures to controversial referee decisions that changed outcomes.

In This Episode:

Rex Ryan Wrong About Love: The numbers and film that prove Jordan Love’s efficiency is elite — and why mainstream analysts keep missing it.

Mike Tomlin Fails Again: Why Pittsburgh’s defensive scheme keeps breaking against modern offenses.

Drake Maye Ascending: From -0.08 EPA as a rookie to +0.24 in Year 2 — Maye now ranks top 5 among all second-year QBs since 2015. Plus, with Josh McDaniels’ play-calling and six upcoming matchups vs bottom-8 pass defenses, Maye’s breakout season could reach another level.

NFL Officiating Controversies: The biggest missed calls and inconsistent penalties from Week 8 that impacted outcomes.

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