Jaguars Blueprint for Beating the Colts

Chiefnj · 01-03-2007, 07:35 AM

Now is the time to win
10 things to beat Colts

By Vic Ketchman, jaguars.com senior editor
12/08/06

This is the month that defines teams. December is when we find out who the real muscle teams are. The first three months are for the stat boys. Now we find out who can get it done at crunch time.

For those players and teams who play their best when the games count the most, we reserve a special place of respect and admiration. Don’t tell me about Tom Brady’s stats. Talk to me about his 18-3 record in December.

So just do it now. Don’t worry about those two losses to Houston. They require no explanation. Just win these games. This is December. This is the month for champions. You wanna be a champion? Just win now.

Here are 10 things the Jaguars have to do to beat the Colts.

1. Run the ball—It remains the formula for beating the Colts. Dominate time of possession and limit Peyton Manning’s play-count. You do that by running the ball down the throat of the NFL’s worst run-defense.

2. Take it away—The Cowboys and Titans each intercepted Manning twice.

3. Be forceful—In this game a year ago, the Jaguars were timid and they got blown out. Enough of that. Championship teams aren’t timid.

4. Pressure him—You don’t have to sack Manning to affect him. In fact, he wants the Jaguars to blitz. It’s important that the Jaguars get pressure without blitzing.

5. No mistakes—This is December. There have been too many practices for the same mistakes to keep occurring. It’s time to play the perfect game.

6. Nullify Marvin Harrison—That’s what a premier cornerback does against a premier pass-receiver. Rashean Mathis is under the microscope. The Jaguars need for Mathis to win this battle.

7. Protect the passer—David Garrard is starting to run too often. He’s a passer. Provide him with the pocket he needs.

8. Tackle the return man—Does that need to be said? The Colts beat the Jaguars in September with a punt return for a touchdown. That absolutely must not happen this time.

9. Get hot—A win over the Colts would do that for the Jaguars.

10. Be physical—Maybe this should be number one. The Colts are a finesse team. Hit them early and hit them often.

Halfcan · 01-03-2007, 07:39 AM

yeah Go Jags

Dartgod · 01-03-2007, 07:40 AM

11. Don't start Trent Green at QB.

Brock · 01-03-2007, 07:40 AM

They forgot "start your backup QB because for some reason we can't quantify he's supposed to be better".

Dartgod · 01-03-2007, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brock

They forgot "start your backup QB because for some reason we can't quantify he's supposed to be better".

Ha! Beat ya to it.

StcChief · 01-03-2007, 07:42 AM

1. LJ/Bennett
2. Allen/Hali DJ
3. Allen/Hali/Reed/Edwards
4. Allen/Hali/Reed/Edwards/DJ/Knight/Wesley/Page
5. Green
6. Law/Surtain/Walls
7. Black/Terry/Welbourne/Shields/Waters/Wegmann
8. ST Pollard/Grigsby
9. Green/EK/Gonzo/Parker/LJ/Bigfoot
10. D/OL

11. Dante hall take one back to the house

Chiefs are you listening.

ChiTown · 01-03-2007, 07:42 AM

That's pretty sound.

I think the major key is ball control. Got to give the D a chance to rest and keep Indy's O on the sidelines as much as possible.

boogblaster · 01-03-2007, 07:45 AM

If our O can run and control the clock we'll beat Indy.....

KChiefer · 01-03-2007, 07:48 AM

Haven't seen anyone state it yet, so here it is...

Chiefs lead the league in Time of Possession this year.

Heard it on NFL Network. And it's exactly what we want.

ROYC75 · 01-03-2007, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dartgod

11. Don't start Trent Green at QB.

Hootie ?

Chiefnj · 01-03-2007, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KChiefer

Haven't seen anyone state it yet, so here it is...

Chiefs lead the league in Time of Possession this year.

Heard it on NFL Network. And it's exactly what we want.

Either the stats are wrong, or you misheard what was said.

http://www.nfl.com/stats/teamsort/NF...15&_1:col_1=15

ChiTown · 01-03-2007, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KChiefer

Haven't seen anyone state it yet, so here it is...

Chiefs lead the league in Time of Possession this year.

Heard it on NFL Network. And it's exactly what we want.

Actually, the Chiefs are 14th (according to the NFL StatsTOP) in T.O.P.

That said, T.O.P. is VERY important in a game like this, but so is Red Zone Production. Indy and the Chiefs are ranked 2nd and 3rd respectively in Red Zone Offense We need both to be in full bloom if we want to win this game.

KChiefer · 01-03-2007, 08:02 AM

Yes, I'm wrong, there no way we lead. I must have heard something wrong.

I wish I woulda added up the numbers before I said that, or better yet known nfl has a stat page that has it.

I'm fired!

Reerun_KC · 01-03-2007, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dartgod

11. Don't start Trent Green at QB.

If DH was the answer he wouldnt of lost 3 games due to pissing down his pants..

**** Damn Huard...

**Bearcat** · 01-03-2007, 08:21 AM

So, let me get this straight... if you can run the ball effectively and protect the quarterback while on offense and play perfect defense with pressure and turnovers and containment of the other team's best players, you can win?

Yeah, I'll take 4 weeks of that

01-03-2007, 07:35 AM
Chiefnj MVP Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Willis, Harris and Davis. Casino cash: $1025	Jaguars Blueprint for Beating the Colts Now is the time to win 10 things to beat Colts By Vic Ketchman, jaguars.com senior editor 12/08/06 This is the month that defines teams. December is when we find out who the real muscle teams are. The first three months are for the stat boys. Now we find out who can get it done at crunch time. For those players and teams who play their best when the games count the most, we reserve a special place of respect and admiration. Don’t tell me about Tom Brady’s stats. Talk to me about his 18-3 record in December. So just do it now. Don’t worry about those two losses to Houston. They require no explanation. Just win these games. This is December. This is the month for champions. You wanna be a champion? Just win now. Here are 10 things the Jaguars have to do to beat the Colts. 1. Run the ball—It remains the formula for beating the Colts. Dominate time of possession and limit Peyton Manning’s play-count. You do that by running the ball down the throat of the NFL’s worst run-defense. 2. Take it away—The Cowboys and Titans each intercepted Manning twice. 3. Be forceful—In this game a year ago, the Jaguars were timid and they got blown out. Enough of that. Championship teams aren’t timid. 4. Pressure him—You don’t have to sack Manning to affect him. In fact, he wants the Jaguars to blitz. It’s important that the Jaguars get pressure without blitzing. 5. No mistakes—This is December. There have been too many practices for the same mistakes to keep occurring. It’s time to play the perfect game. 6. Nullify Marvin Harrison—That’s what a premier cornerback does against a premier pass-receiver. Rashean Mathis is under the microscope. The Jaguars need for Mathis to win this battle. 7. Protect the passer—David Garrard is starting to run too often. He’s a passer. Provide him with the pocket he needs. 8. Tackle the return man—Does that need to be said? The Colts beat the Jaguars in September with a punt return for a touchdown. That absolutely must not happen this time. 9. Get hot—A win over the Colts would do that for the Jaguars. 10. Be physical—Maybe this should be number one. The Colts are a finesse team. Hit them early and hit them often.
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Brock Do it. Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Larryville Casino cash: $142398	They forgot "start your backup QB because for some reason we can't quantify he's supposed to be better".
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StcChief Playing for #1 Draft Pick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Just West of Lambs land Casino cash: $1024708	1. LJ/Bennett 2. Allen/Hali DJ 3. Allen/Hali/Reed/Edwards 4. Allen/Hali/Reed/Edwards/DJ/Knight/Wesley/Page 5. Green 6. Law/Surtain/Walls 7. Black/Terry/Welbourne/Shields/Waters/Wegmann 8. ST Pollard/Grigsby 9. Green/EK/Gonzo/Parker/LJ/Bigfoot 10. D/OL 11. Dante hall take one back to the house Chiefs are you listening. __________________ sig test for this screwy schema
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ChiTown Stroking to Andy's Man Boobs Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Flatlands of Kansas Casino cash: $30060	That's pretty sound. I think the major key is ball control. Got to give the D a chance to rest and keep Indy's O on the sidelines as much as possible. __________________
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01-03-2007, 07:48 AM	#9
KChiefer Fantastic Planeteer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Champaign, IL Casino cash: $983206	Haven't seen anyone state it yet, so here it is... Chiefs lead the league in Time of Possession this year. Heard it on NFL Network. And it's exactly what we want.
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KChiefer Fantastic Planeteer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Champaign, IL Casino cash: $983206	Yes, I'm wrong, there no way we lead. I must have heard something wrong. I wish I woulda added up the numbers before I said that, or better yet known nfl has a stat page that has it. I'm fired! Last edited by KChiefer; 01-03-2007 at 08:11 AM..
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Bearcat Rock Chalk Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Kansas City Casino cash: $3522366	So, let me get this straight... if you can run the ball effectively and protect the quarterback while on offense and play perfect defense with pressure and turnovers and containment of the other team's best players, you can win? Yeah, I'll take 4 weeks of that
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