Thread: Chiefs "Alex Smith makes your defense better"
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Old 06-29-2015, 05:34 PM   #45
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Originally Posted by O.city View Post
I think those defenses are mediocre because they're mediocre.

I do think offense and defense are symbiotic, but scoring points makes it easier for a defense in the end.
Shorter fields (esp. on turnovers) = more points given up
Larger points = opposing offenses attacking = opposing offenses scoring more
Longer TOPs = tired players in the 4Q, which is when these defenses often fall apart
More points given up = less swagger on defense

I don't promote Marty Ball. But I believe in good balance or a game management philosophy behind a QB who is elite on 3rd downs. A lot of defense is attitude, energy, and confidence. Forcing a defense into short fields, shootouts, or high TOPs isn't going to do that.
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