http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/12/04/AR2005120401368.html
This win just proves that the Rams feel like they are always going to play their style of football. Despite the fact that they were starting a rookie quarterback against a blitzing defense and despite the fact that other teams have demonstrated success with maximum protection, the Rams (even without Martz calling the plays) showed the stubbornness in game-planning that had been Martz' Achilles heel the previous few years.
Sunday, December 04, 2005
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/12/04/AR2005120401309.html
Derrick Dockery states eloquently:
"Look, we understand that on third-and-long we need to buckle up and protect. But whenever it's possible, let us attack the line. Even in the passing game, with quick passes we can attack. We're all good athletes, we can all move. Let us get out on screens and attack the defense. And it seems to fit with the defense we have. It would help us control the clock, and I think in some cases cut out some of all the silly mistakes we made over the last four or five weeks."
Derrick Dockery states eloquently:
"Look, we understand that on third-and-long we need to buckle up and protect. But whenever it's possible, let us attack the line. Even in the passing game, with quick passes we can attack. We're all good athletes, we can all move. Let us get out on screens and attack the defense. And it seems to fit with the defense we have. It would help us control the clock, and I think in some cases cut out some of all the silly mistakes we made over the last four or five weeks."
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/12/04/AR2005120400470.html
Gregg Williams was able to flummox a rookie QB once again. Will he be able to do the same against Kurt Warner, Drew Bledsoe, and a now-season Eli Manning when they have their maximum protection schemes?
Gregg Williams was able to flummox a rookie QB once again. Will he be able to do the same against Kurt Warner, Drew Bledsoe, and a now-season Eli Manning when they have their maximum protection schemes?
Four wins.
Arizona is definitely beatable. The Cards running game is weak. However, Kurt Warner, Boldin, and Fitzgerald are a formidable trio capable of racking up big-time yards. Gregg Williams will be challenged to keep keep the Cards' aerial in check. The team's advantage is the Skins' O vs. the Cards' D.
If the Skins get by the Cards, then each game gets bigger and bigger. The next game against Dallas in Landover would have both teams in playoff contention and Skins' fans the world over would go berserk to see that rumble end in the Skins' favor.
Two 100 Yard Rushers
Running over the Rams 27th-ranked rushing defense should be a good confidence builder. Arizona's rushing defense (after week 11) is ranked 20th.
Is Rock Cartwright the (backup) man? Not yet. At this point, Betts has done a better job proving himself as the fill-in guy. Betts' knock is his health. The fact that Cartwright was able to rip off a 55-yard run in a short-yardage situation is what the Skins needed to see.
Arizona is definitely beatable. The Cards running game is weak. However, Kurt Warner, Boldin, and Fitzgerald are a formidable trio capable of racking up big-time yards. Gregg Williams will be challenged to keep keep the Cards' aerial in check. The team's advantage is the Skins' O vs. the Cards' D.
If the Skins get by the Cards, then each game gets bigger and bigger. The next game against Dallas in Landover would have both teams in playoff contention and Skins' fans the world over would go berserk to see that rumble end in the Skins' favor.
Two 100 Yard Rushers
Running over the Rams 27th-ranked rushing defense should be a good confidence builder. Arizona's rushing defense (after week 11) is ranked 20th.
Is Rock Cartwright the (backup) man? Not yet. At this point, Betts has done a better job proving himself as the fill-in guy. Betts' knock is his health. The fact that Cartwright was able to rip off a 55-yard run in a short-yardage situation is what the Skins needed to see.
Thursday, December 01, 2005
Five Wins.
Can the Skins go 5-0 to close out the season? Wishful thinking. If they can beat the Rams, it sure would be a sweet start though.
Fantasy Assessment.
Brunell and Santana Moss had maximum value through the first half of the season. Since opposing defenses started double covering moss and rolling coverages toward him, he hasn't broken the 100-yard barrier.
David Patten was a complete bust. Thrash and Taylor Jacobs weren't even worth considering either.
With 943 yards through 11 games, Clinton Portis is on par for a second 1300 yard season. While it would be an excellent for just about any back, it's subpar considering his three straight 1500 yard seasons in Denver with which he started his career.
Chris Cooley is sure getting a lot of looks and catches but he's not getting any TDs. The TDs that would normally come his way are getting siphoned away by Mike Sellers.
The Redskins defense isn't the same caliber it was last year, although they started strong. A lack of turnovers, lack of pass rush, and a suspect run defense are three major weaknesses. Two are enough to hurt a team but all three combined are debilitating. Maybe Gregg Williams won't be flooded with head coaching offers after all. Teams have figured that max protecting is the best way to stave off his zone blitzing schemes.
Can the Skins go 5-0 to close out the season? Wishful thinking. If they can beat the Rams, it sure would be a sweet start though.
Fantasy Assessment.
Brunell and Santana Moss had maximum value through the first half of the season. Since opposing defenses started double covering moss and rolling coverages toward him, he hasn't broken the 100-yard barrier.
David Patten was a complete bust. Thrash and Taylor Jacobs weren't even worth considering either.
With 943 yards through 11 games, Clinton Portis is on par for a second 1300 yard season. While it would be an excellent for just about any back, it's subpar considering his three straight 1500 yard seasons in Denver with which he started his career.
Chris Cooley is sure getting a lot of looks and catches but he's not getting any TDs. The TDs that would normally come his way are getting siphoned away by Mike Sellers.
The Redskins defense isn't the same caliber it was last year, although they started strong. A lack of turnovers, lack of pass rush, and a suspect run defense are three major weaknesses. Two are enough to hurt a team but all three combined are debilitating. Maybe Gregg Williams won't be flooded with head coaching offers after all. Teams have figured that max protecting is the best way to stave off his zone blitzing schemes.
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