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Call Sheet: Why are tight ends becoming the most valuable chess pieces on offense?

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On today's Football 101 episode of The Call Sheet, we look at how offenses are countering the "nickel revolution" on defense by putting more tight ends on the field. What advantages are 12-personnel sets providing offenses, and why have tight ends become their most valuable chess piece? This podcast is a part of the Fans First Sports Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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