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Everyone seems to be wondering what is wrong with our team. At 3-7 the theories fly ranging from coaching to team chemistry. Unfortunately, most overlook what is obviously true about the make-up of the team. Trying to fit square peg into round holes is what is wrong with this team. Here's what I mean.
Offensive side of the ball:
P. Garcon........Is NOT a #1 receiver, his claim to fame has been as a #2, We'll do well to realize this develop or acquire a true #1 threat and move him back to his more familiar role.
The entire offensive line (T. Williams excepted) makes no sense in the ZB scheme, too small too slow against todays defenses. (can't wait for all the stats to come pouring in to counter this) Stats and record might be better is they were bigger, faster.
R. Grossman........Why is he still here??? taking roster spot from someone who could actually contribute.
*(SN) Following sports in general, there are two big reasons why RGIII should not have played this year.
1. NO off season work with offense.
2. He got married......seems that the season an athlete gets married his production falls way off, (living together previously included) no matter what the sport. NO real stats to support this just historical observations.
** reason to start him however, second year athletes learn a great deal in their second year, unfortunately through mistakes.
TE (particularly F. Davis).......This is either a coaching/ management issue or something not publicly known. If blocking is his issue then, work his behind on his blocking issues until he throws up, then work him some more. The dual threat of Davis and Reed is far better than Reed and the almost one dimensional TE's currently starting.
Defensive side of the ball:
L. Fletcher.......Should have retired (or made to) after last season, he doesn't fit anymore, time to admit it.
B. Orakpo and R. Kerrigan.......Both outstanding DE's in school, so what's done, make them linebackers. Take away their strengths and again attempt to fit square pegs into round holes.
D. Hall.....Granted he's playing lights out mostly this season, however, at this point in his career and development of the team, he should be manning the slot. Is it time to call up C. Minnifield and a few others from the practice squad and get some live experience??? Well, maybe after another loss or two If there 's gonna be another loss or two.
J. Haslett.........Talk about your square peg into a round hole........isn't it true that as a defensive coach his calling card states 4-3 defense?
Finally, K. Shanahan.........Love this guy and his ability to coach offense, all he needs is an competent offensive line, and players who can catch the ball. I'm betting if subjected to truth serum he would tell you that the offensive line is designed using his father's desires not his own. (see
ads Washington, Denver, O-lines vs. His at Houston)
Offensive side of the ball:
P. Garcon........Is NOT a #1 receiver, his claim to fame has been as a #2, We'll do well to realize this develop or acquire a true #1 threat and move him back to his more familiar role.
The entire offensive line (T. Williams excepted) makes no sense in the ZB scheme, too small too slow against todays defenses. (can't wait for all the stats to come pouring in to counter this) Stats and record might be better is they were bigger, faster.
R. Grossman........Why is he still here??? taking roster spot from someone who could actually contribute.
*(SN) Following sports in general, there are two big reasons why RGIII should not have played this year.
1. NO off season work with offense.
2. He got married......seems that the season an athlete gets married his production falls way off, (living together previously included) no matter what the sport. NO real stats to support this just historical observations.
** reason to start him however, second year athletes learn a great deal in their second year, unfortunately through mistakes.
TE (particularly F. Davis).......This is either a coaching/ management issue or something not publicly known. If blocking is his issue then, work his behind on his blocking issues until he throws up, then work him some more. The dual threat of Davis and Reed is far better than Reed and the almost one dimensional TE's currently starting.
Defensive side of the ball:
L. Fletcher.......Should have retired (or made to) after last season, he doesn't fit anymore, time to admit it.
B. Orakpo and R. Kerrigan.......Both outstanding DE's in school, so what's done, make them linebackers. Take away their strengths and again attempt to fit square pegs into round holes.
D. Hall.....Granted he's playing lights out mostly this season, however, at this point in his career and development of the team, he should be manning the slot. Is it time to call up C. Minnifield and a few others from the practice squad and get some live experience??? Well, maybe after another loss or two If there 's gonna be another loss or two.
J. Haslett.........Talk about your square peg into a round hole........isn't it true that as a defensive coach his calling card states 4-3 defense?
Finally, K. Shanahan.........Love this guy and his ability to coach offense, all he needs is an competent offensive line, and players who can catch the ball. I'm betting if subjected to truth serum he would tell you that the offensive line is designed using his father's desires not his own. (see
ads Washington, Denver, O-lines vs. His at Houston)
