686. Why Is It So Hard to Find an NFL Quarterback?
Summary
This episode explores the difficulty of predicting NFL quarterback success, featuring Hall of Famer Kurt Warner and scout Dan Hatman. Sports psychologist Scott Goldman introduces the Athletic Intelligence Quotient (AIQ), a cognitive test that measures decision-making and processing speed to better evaluate player potential. Host Stephen Dubner takes the AIQ test, revealing his strong learning efficiency and spatial awareness despite his age. The segment concludes with Kitman Labs’ use of data science to optimize athlete performance and development.
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