I write an NFL picks column every week and pretend to know what I’m talking about. Then I watch the games and… well… let’s just say it’s a humbling experience.
So I’ve decided to write a blog every Sunday night sharing some of things that have me more confused than Donovan McNabb in a two-minute offense.
How the Falcons could be help to fewer than 14 points in two of three games
I mean, am I just guilty of looking at Atlanta’s offense through my Madden ’12 eyes? I see Roddy White, Julio Jones, Tony Gonzalez line up and I think touchdowns. Either the Dirty Birds’ playmakers aren’t as good as I thought they were or the playing calling is south of sub-par.
How the Eagles can always stink in short yardage
I don’t have the numbers in front of me – and if you can find them you win a used Covers.com coffee cup in it for you – but Philly has to be last in the league in conversions on 3rd and short. Big play down field? No problem for Andy Reid’s offense. Need two yards on 3rd down? Talk to somebody else.
What happens to Minnesota at half time?
Like is it something in the Gatorade or something? In three games Minnesota has been outscored 67-6 after the second quarter. The weirder part? The Vikings are outscoring opponents 54-7 in the first half.
How Philip Rivers can only get 4.44 fantasy points against KC?
Didn’t watch the game. I just know that if I lose in fantasy this week, it’ll be on Rivers. So think about that when you get to bed tonight Phil!
I write an NFL picks column every week and pretend to know what I’m talking about. Then I watch the games and… well… let’s just say it’s a humbling experience.
So I’ve decided to write a blog every Sunday night sharing some of things that have me more confused than Donovan McNabb in a two-minute offense.
How the Falcons could be help to fewer than 14 points in two of three games
I mean, am I just guilty of looking at Atlanta’s offense through my Madden ’12 eyes? I see Roddy White, Julio Jones, Tony Gonzalez line up and I think touchdowns. Either the Dirty Birds’ playmakers aren’t as good as I thought they were or the playing calling is south of sub-par.
How the Eagles can always stink in short yardage
I don’t have the numbers in front of me – and if you can find them you win a used Covers.com coffee cup in it for you – but Philly has to be last in the league in conversions on 3rd and short. Big play down field? No problem for Andy Reid’s offense. Need two yards on 3rd down? Talk to somebody else.
What happens to Minnesota at half time?
Like is it something in the Gatorade or something? In three games Minnesota has been outscored 67-6 after the second quarter. The weirder part? The Vikings are outscoring opponents 54-7 in the first half.
How Philip Rivers can only get 4.44 fantasy points against KC?
Didn’t watch the game. I just know that if I lose in fantasy this week, it’ll be on Rivers. So think about that when you get to bed tonight Phil!
Agree. Also, how can Desean Jackson only get 3 & 2 Fantasy points back to back weeks. And what the fuck is wrong with Mike Vick? Worst first round draft pick ever. Bills 3-0, Lions 3-0. Crazy season.
Agree. Also, how can Desean Jackson only get 3 & 2 Fantasy points back to back weeks. And what the fuck is wrong with Mike Vick? Worst first round draft pick ever. Bills 3-0, Lions 3-0. Crazy season.
I'd like to see some knowledgeable fans give some detailed answers to your questions
All I can say is ATL has some probs with their OL....which is the single most important unit on the field. They looked like they had conditioning problems in the first game (compared to the Bears). They also have a new guy on the OL which is part of the reason for their drop in performance this season. Last year the OL was ranked pretty high, this year they're rated much lower. Ryan doesn't throw well when he's moving, which he's doing more of this season. I didn't see today's game @ TampaBay, but I suspect that they were just flat after last week's big W vs Eagles.
I'd like to know what's happening in Minny, too. Clearly the Vikings aren't making adjustments as well as their opponents are.
FYI there's some good info that may answer some of your questions @ Football Outsiders
I'd like to see some knowledgeable fans give some detailed answers to your questions
All I can say is ATL has some probs with their OL....which is the single most important unit on the field. They looked like they had conditioning problems in the first game (compared to the Bears). They also have a new guy on the OL which is part of the reason for their drop in performance this season. Last year the OL was ranked pretty high, this year they're rated much lower. Ryan doesn't throw well when he's moving, which he's doing more of this season. I didn't see today's game @ TampaBay, but I suspect that they were just flat after last week's big W vs Eagles.
I'd like to know what's happening in Minny, too. Clearly the Vikings aren't making adjustments as well as their opponents are.
FYI there's some good info that may answer some of your questions @ Football Outsiders
with atlanta it is real simple.. the skill positions can be great but if u cant protect the quarterback u cant win and its hard to score.
in regards to ur eagles question in short yardage they are a soft football team. they dont tackle well and they can't man up and get a yard in short yardage. mccoy is a spectacular talent but he is not a bruiser in short yardage situations.
this is probably the same reason this team looked like world beaters the last two years late in the season and then lost first round of playoffs back to back years.
with atlanta it is real simple.. the skill positions can be great but if u cant protect the quarterback u cant win and its hard to score.
in regards to ur eagles question in short yardage they are a soft football team. they dont tackle well and they can't man up and get a yard in short yardage. mccoy is a spectacular talent but he is not a bruiser in short yardage situations.
this is probably the same reason this team looked like world beaters the last two years late in the season and then lost first round of playoffs back to back years.
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