Rams had to pull Robert Quinn for the same reason vs Wilson for lots of game. Even Long was too undisciplined to keep his lane. Funny that all that money and and draft capital was rendered impotent at times by a little QB who just might try to sweep around them. Haslett did take a page from STL and blitzed quite a bit. Tried to force Wilson to make quicker decisions. He got out vs WAS more than he did vs STL. Nolan is supposed to be smart so we'll see how he attacks it
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NFL Divisional 2012 |OT| Schaubenfraud
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Rams had to pull Robert Quinn for the same reason vs Wilson for lots of game. Even Long was too undisciplined to keep his lane. Funny that all that money and and draft capital was rendered impotent at times by a little QB who just might try to sweep around them. Haslett did take a page from STL and blitzed quite a bit. Tried to force Wilson to make quicker decisions. He got out vs WAS more than he did vs STL. Nolan is supposed to be smart so we'll see how he attacks it
Dutch Gronk
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Is this really true? Having a terrible field is a bennifitinary to nobody is it? It affects you as much as your opposing team...
Helps the defense against an offense like GB. That's the theory anyway. And Lovie was unhealthily obsessed with beating the Packers.
It'll be a ton of fun to see the first few games next year and what teams do to scheme it on the defensive side of the ball. It'll probably just be a spring focused on teaching and hammering home assignments but it would also be fun to see some teams like the Rams who aren't deep anywhere really doing some goofy stuff.
It'll be a ton of fun to see the first few games next year and what teams do to scheme it on the defensive side of the ball. It'll probably just be a spring focused on teaching and hammering home assignments but it would also be fun to see some teams like the Rams who aren't deep anywhere really doing some goofy stuff.
Pawnee would do a much better job.
Still plenty of quality of assistants and coordinators available.
Eagles interviewed McCoy yesterday. They have interviews with Arians and Bradley lined up either tomorrow or early this week. They already interviewed Nolan last week. And maybe more candidates from the current playoff teams.
I am not alarmed. They didn't lose out to anybody. Brien stayed put and so is Kelly.
Horton is still out there.
Anyway a question about teams that hire a coordinator or assistant on a current playoff team. They have to wait till the team is eliminated or wins the SB before they can officially sign them right? So if the Eagles decide to hire Bradley, they have to wait till the Seahawks are eliminated before he gets announced?
Plasticine
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Bears management has been against moving away from real grass. The McCaskeys claim its a player safety issue, and believe synthetic surfaces cause more injuries. I don't know if Lovie was responsible for that line of thinking, but I guess we'll find out.
Even for the playoffs slo? I thought we were bros.
At least go with David Carr!
Or this:
Trust me, I wanted this avatar thing to be over with last Saturday just as much as you did. It's like I'm being held hostage!
My second choice was this:
Plasticine
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Didn't they push your team's shit in during the regular season?
And they should be healthy after the bye.
What has changed since the first game?
DeaconKnowledge
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They lost two pass rushers - Justin and Aldon Smith.
The Frankman
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GAF ---> Harry Reid says Katrina was nothing compared to Sandy.
Does this mean Giants-GAF will get killed as the new Saints-GAF?
Does this mean Giants-GAF will get killed as the new Saints-GAF?
TheLegendary
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The Smiths are no longer able to run their racket.
Alex Smith played amazing in that game. I personally doubt that Kaepernick can do the same but maybe he can. Gore isn't fresh. Packers aren't looking forward to the more important divisional game against the Bears.
I don't know, game was in September. It's ages ago. These are very different teams. The Packers have a totally different offensive line. 49ers have a new QB.
End of the day though Rodgers got outplayed by Alex Smith. I don't see Kaepernick doing the same.
If Cheather Smith is out, Cheater Smith Jr. will be useless.
Don't thank the Patriots all at once now.
With how bad Aldon does everything else, you have to wonder why they don't just play someone else. He was completely invisible vs Seattle
Future PhaZe
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RGIII on Facebook said:
derp
Nice to see he has heart, but sit yo ass down next time clown
We'd have lost anyway lol. Cousins was getting his ass lit up. Funny how a literal one legged RGIII escapes the rush better than a 100% Cousins.
Coldnoodle
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Kelly got well fed. Smart man.
Spectral Glider
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Harbaugh switched QBs because he hates Smith and is jealous of Russell Wilson.
DeaconKnowledge
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I don't think Kaepernick has to be lights out.
The Packers have a problem with good running teams, and the 49ers are stout across their o-line and running game. All Kaepernick has to do is make enough plays to keep the D guessing.
Packers receivers also don't respond well to being bullied; particularly Jennings. Both the 49ers and Seahawks are bad matchups in that regard.
I dunno, I think if any team is gonna beat the Pack this post season it'll be the Niners.
djplaeskool
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Yikes. Just going through my usual rotation of sports writers...
Most of them are letting Shanahan have it for keeping RG3 in. Damn.
Most of them are letting Shanahan have it for keeping RG3 in. Damn.
DeaconKnowledge
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Quarterbacks gonna Quarterback.
This is a coach's decision. I applaud RGIII for wanting to play but ultimately it was up to Shanahan.
Same with Ben. Ben always thinks he can play. If Tomlin lets him and he aggravates his injury the blame is on Tomlin.
cuevas. PhD.
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And why wouldn't they, he's also a fucking liar.
A fresh Gore only ran for 100. It's not like he ran wild. Hopefully prepping for Peterson will have them ready. If they can stay flat like they did against AP, Gore has no chance. This game is going to come down to Kaep's ability to make plays. He's definitely capable, but I don't think the 49ers will be able to win on the back of Gore.
Definitely possible. To me it's a coin flip game. In no way am I as confident as I was about Minnesota. I also don't think it makes a difference home/away in this case really.
DeaconKnowledge
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Futurevoid
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A little late to respond but great post.eznark said:
Little else to add outside of being genuinely curious to see how its addressed from both a personnel and scheme perspective for multiple teams in the offseason. Specifically for a team like the Giants who are guaranteed to face it twice a year anymore.
Please don't take Shaugnessy serious. He is setting it up for if the Pats lose he is going to rip on the team and then the organization.
Buckethead
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I think the game comes down to Justin Smith's health and whether or not the Packers' O-Line can keep Rodgers upright.
Hopefully McCarthy brings a good game plan.
Thank goodness we have Harris. Definitely helps us out with beating the rush. Maybe Green will be healthy to boot!
Hopefully McCarthy brings a good game plan.
Thank goodness we have Harris. Definitely helps us out with beating the rush. Maybe Green will be healthy to boot!
Saw that Dan Shaughnessy wrote the article so I ignored it. He is just trying to play up both sides. If the Pats lose he can write about the epic choke job, but if they win he can point to his article and gloat. It's the same shit he always writes.
Or a couple overthrows on key third downs. If the Packers can score those 14 unanswered points that they've been able to in critical situations this year it's going to be real tough for the 49ers to keep up. That said if it's a slug fest I like their chances.
I wouldn't be shocked at any outcome in this one. It's not hard to envision a scenario where either team blows the other out.
Raji has been playing big and they haven't been that bad against the run outside of those 2 Vikings games.
I think the game rides on the Packers having a fast start. They'll be able to sustain drives with Gore, but I don't think it'll matter if the Packers put points up early.
nah. I doubt it.
TheLegendary
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We need Finley to have a big game. For all his faults the guy can be as physical as anyone. He has really turned it on the last few weeks and if the 49ers are going to want to keep playing cover 2 he should have opportunities. Add in Cobb being even more of a focus I think they'll be better able to attack the middle of the field.
Plus we have a run game now with a center who can bite back a little and keep their D honest. Benson was in that first game and he's better than our current guys, sure, but that was his first week after being a late addition to the team. He didn't know any of the playbook which also threw off some of our protection schemes.
I don't see the 49ers shutting Rodgers down. Like you said it'll be up to the defense to slow their offense. The Packers have been decent against the run, just not against Peterson. Gore did gash them week 1 though.
Buckethead
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Dom Capers also put Nick Perry on their #1 WR if I remember correctly.
That game was terribleeeee.
That game was terribleeeee.
The_Darkest_Red
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I think the Packers will win again this week in large part because Rodgers is better and more experienced than Kaep. I know that's oversimplifying it but a lot of times that's what it comes down to in the playoffs, as evidenced by the majority of the games this past weekend. The only way I see the 49ers winning is if they sack Rodgers 5+ times, and that just doesn't seem likely to me. Then again, maybe Kaep has some hidden clutch gene that activates in the playoffs.
After watching the game yesterday and seeing the lack of talent across the board, I'm amazed by Arians. There's just no way that team should've won 11 games. #ChuckStrong
You don't think Julio and Roddy match well against their corners?
I think they are too soft, have played in way too soft a division and will be out-muscled. Also, Sherman and Browner are really, really good.
That's really the most surprising thing to me. The past two years he has "chipped" ends by brushing them and leaking out. The second half of this year he has been demolishing guys at the line before getting into his route. It's pretty incredible to see the turnaround. I guess Rodgers really is taking him out to dinner more! That plus always making a huge point to mention Finley in his radio show. Rodgers know what a little kid Finley is and has been stroking his ego. It's working!
That's really the most surprising thing to me. The past two years he has "chipped" ends by brushing them and leaking out. The second half of this year he has been demolishing guys at the line before getting into his route. It's pretty incredible to see the turnaround. I guess Rodgers really is taking him out to dinner more! That plus always making a huge point to mention Finley in his radio show. Rodgers know what a little kid Finley is and has been stroking his ego. It's working!
DeaconKnowledge
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Do you guys really have a run game?
I said it before, but the Viking were playing high to keep Rodgers from getting deep on them and as a result gave up the runs and short routes. Niners corners are much better than the Vikings. They won't have to sell out as much to shut the Pack down.
:jnc
Denver just has to play mistake free football.
Lewis is a good story, and they are more healthy, that's a plus for them. Look back to the AFC Championship last year. Brady, Welker, Gronk, Hernandez, and Edelman irc, all took advantage of Lewis declining ability. Denver will have to do the same thing.
If we eat up with the gooey core of their defense, it's going to open the door for both the running game, as well as opportunities for DT & Decker due to a safety having to come down to assist Lewis, and forcing more 1 on 1s for the WRs. We just have to get it rolling right away, and not look back. . If we build any rhythm, and the no huddle is rolling, their defense will tire out.
Have a little faith that the team will get it done. We don't have to be cocky, just believe that if they play like they have been playing, they will succeed.
If nothing else the Packers are running the ball more. They had 9 attempts in week 1!
Futurevoid
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Buckethead
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The run game is budding but they have developed their pass-to-run which is even better.
We finally got a checkdown back.
You fuckers are doomed.
We finally got a checkdown back.
You fuckers are doomed.
I'm interested to see how the officials call the game early. Browner and Sherman do more than hand fight as Packers fans can attest. At the same time, Juilo and especially Roddy like to be physical at the top of their routes. Our receivers and their corners are tailor-made for each other.
Frankly, I'm concerned about Mike Smith trying to prove a point with Turner with Clemons likely being out.
DeaconKnowledge
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I've seen Roddy White flat out throw corners to the ground on some routes. Should be a good matchup.
They played 10 games vs teams with bottom 10 offenses. Even the moderately competent Ravens offense was too much for their defense, and their offensive line was over-matched all year. What was trouble for them was that their little WRs got intimidated by the Ravens secondary.
Avery needs to be gone, and they need to find a Boldin type to eventually replace Wayne. Maybe Allen fills that role. Really, really like him. Hilton fine as the speed guy. Priority is their OL. Every single pick on CBs and OTs if necessary
BAL @ DEN | GB @ SF | SEA @ ATL | HOU @ NE
There is an overwhelming chance that the Texans will lose..but if there's one thing that's been shown in sports over the past few years..when literally EVERYBODY says that you have no chance..grown men tend to respond. It's debateable if Kubiak is a man, but I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt. The Patriots do not have a better front 4 or overall defense than the Bengals. Schaub was not sacked once yesterday. If they get the same type of effort and by some miracle can score in the redzone they have a shot.
24-23 Texans EAD America
There is an overwhelming chance that the Texans will lose..but if there's one thing that's been shown in sports over the past few years..when literally EVERYBODY says that you have no chance..grown men tend to respond. It's debateable if Kubiak is a man, but I'm going to give him the benefit of the doubt. The Patriots do not have a better front 4 or overall defense than the Bengals. Schaub was not sacked once yesterday. If they get the same type of effort and by some miracle can score in the redzone they have a shot.
24-23 Texans EAD America
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