You May Run, But You May Not Catch.... - Page 2

**CosmicPal** · 10-05-2004, 08:40 AM

Question:

I was quite surprised to see Priest go another game without catching many balls. As a matter of fact, I don't recall him catching any passes in last night's brilliant win.

What's up with this?

Are we really trying to help Priest gain the single season rushing record by abandoning the pass to him?

Logical · 10-05-2004, 09:45 AM

I believe part of the reason the screen has disappeared is the offensive line chemistry is screwed up with Tait gone. Welbourn is no where near as effective in the passing game as Tait was and the effects are showing.

**CosmicPal** · 10-05-2004, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Coogs

I'll take that game plan last night every single game the rest of the way in. Ball control by way of the run and play-action pass is exactly what this team needs. We don't need quick scores. Look what that did for Baltimore last night. Wore out a great defense.

I absolutely agree with you....maybe this is after all, a change for the better. They've been talking about trying to keep our defense off the field, and last night's offense certainly kept our defense fresh.

Coogs · 10-05-2004, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by CosmicPal

I absolutely agree with you....maybe this is after all, a change for the better. They've been talking about trying to keep our defense off the field, and last night's offense certainly kept our defense fresh.

Yep! And that fresh defense rocked.

And if our offense can ball control the Ravens in their house.....

well that is a damn good plan for anyone we go up against.

Straight, No Chaser · 10-05-2004, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Coogs

I'll take that game plan last night every single game the rest of the way in. Ball control by way of the run and play-action pass is exactly what this team needs. We don't need quick scores. Look what that did for Baltimore last night. Wore out a great defense.
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Those 12 and 13 play drives in the second half were the best of last night...I like it against JAX.
LOOK AHEAD 1 GAME: back-to-back games against Micheal Vick and Peyton Manning... Ball control is great when you're playing the Ravens with a lead but I don't see it happening in weeks 7 & 8.

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Coogs · 10-05-2004, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Straight, No Chaser

Those 12 and 13 play drives in the second half were the best of last night...I like it against JAX.
LOOK AHEAD 1 GAME: back-to-back games against Micheal Vick and Peyton Manning... Ball control is great when you're playing the Ravens with a lead but I don't see it happening in weeks 7 & 8.

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If we have the lead against Vick and Manning, I would think it would work wonders as well. Vick and Manning on the sidelines can't hurt you. Vick and Manning on the field can.

Early in the game, we were down 3-0 to the Ravens. Ball controll down the field for a score and a 7-3 lead. That was critical IMO. If we fall behind the Falcons or Colts, stay the course. Now, if we fall behind by 14 to 17, that is a different story.

But for now, run the ball and play action pass. It made Morton, Horn, and Dunn look like pro-bowlers. And if it ain't broke....

Logical · 10-05-2004, 10:57 AM

Does any QB have a worse play action fake than Trent. They need to bring in Steve Deberg and have him teach Trent the right way to do it. Frankly Trent's play action fake is pathetic.

Coogs · 10-05-2004, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Vlad Logicslav

Does any QB have a worse play action fake than Trent. They need to bring in Steve Deberg and have him teach Trent the right way to do it. Frankly Trent's play action fake is pathetic.

Straight, No Chaser · 10-05-2004, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Vlad Logicslav

Does any QB have a worse play action fake than Trent. They need to bring in Steve Deberg and have him teach Trent the right way to do it. Frankly Trent's play action fake is pathetic.

It worked last night! Priest's size helps that some.

I remember getting bent because the cameramen would pan on the back and DeBerg would be there, off camera, all alone...

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KC Kings · 10-05-2004, 12:21 PM

Why didn't Gonzo catch more than a couple balls last night? The same reason Priest hasn't been getting the screen. They have been the only play makers, so they are getting all of the attention.

I can't believe people are concerned about Priest not catching balls after he ran for 125 yards on a night when Chris Horn, Johnny Morton, and Jason Dunn stood up and caught passes giving us an affective passing game.

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CosmicPal Learn it. Know it. Live it. Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Casino cash: $10004900	You May Run, But You May Not Catch.... Question: I was quite surprised to see Priest go another game without catching many balls. As a matter of fact, I don't recall him catching any passes in last night's brilliant win. What's up with this? Are we really trying to help Priest gain the single season rushing record by abandoning the pass to him?
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10-05-2004, 09:45 AM	#16
Logical Screw U if U can't take a joke Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	I believe part of the reason the screen has disappeared is the offensive line chemistry is screwed up with Tait gone. Welbourn is no where near as effective in the passing game as Tait was and the effects are showing.
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10-05-2004, 10:57 AM	#21
Logical Screw U if U can't take a joke Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $10004900	Does any QB have a worse play action fake than Trent. They need to bring in Steve Deberg and have him teach Trent the right way to do it. Frankly Trent's play action fake is pathetic.
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10-05-2004, 12:21 PM	#24
KC Kings Veteran Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: KC Casino cash: $10004900	Why didn't Gonzo catch more than a couple balls last night? The same reason Priest hasn't been getting the screen. They have been the only play makers, so they are getting all of the attention. I can't believe people are concerned about Priest not catching balls after he ran for 125 yards on a night when Chris Horn, Johnny Morton, and Jason Dunn stood up and caught passes giving us an affective passing game.
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