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1 – On one of the first plays, Murray hit Harrison on a slant for a nice gain. The rest of the game, Harrison were being eaten alive down the field by Christian Gonzalez. Maybe Petzing should reconsider the way to use Harrison.

2 – Impressive game by Jonah Williams. Several key blocks, overall good pass protection, and of course the nice heads-up play in the end zone.

3 – The opponents very often attack Murphy-Bunting. That, obviously, tell the story of a bad signing, but also that teams prefer not to throw against Melton on the other side.

4 – I feel bad for Mack Wilson. You know that he must have been highly looking forward to this game, being a former Patriot.

5 – Wonderful news that they are negotiating with Budda Baker. Game after game after game he proves to be the heart and soul of the defense. He’s not “just” a safety. It shocks me to see that some fans are not that excited about it. I mean, I don’t really like the fluffy “leader”-designation, but it could not be more spot on than to describe Baker. It’s not like you are only paying for the measurable production.

6 – What an absolutely idiotic throw by Murray on the would-be-INT-if-not-called-back. Reminded me of the catastrophic interception he threw from own end zone against the Rams in the playoffs some years ago.

7 – Almost immediately Baron Browning has become their best edge rusher (at least when talking about pass rush. Overall, Zaven Collins is challenging him).

8 – Don’t fool yourself. They are not catching both the Rams and Seahawks. The rest of the season is either about strengthening a winning culture under the Gannon-Ossenfort Project, or playing for draft position, whichever of those options you prefer.

9 – Did you see how two Patriots-players (#81 and #85, no idea of the names) were smiling and laughing on the sideline with a few minutes left of the game? Major Derek Anderson-Deuce Lutui flashback.

10 – The Patriots didn’t convert a single third down. Okay, the Patriots suck, but that is still a good stat for the defense.
 

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1 – On one of the first plays, Murray hit Harrison on a slant for a nice gain. The rest of the game, Harrison were being eaten alive down the field by Christian Gonzalez. Maybe Petzing should reconsider the way to use Harrison.

2 – Impressive game by Jonah Williams. Several key blocks, overall good pass protection, and of course the nice heads-up play in the end zone.

3 – The opponents very often attack Murphy-Bunting. That, obviously, tell the story of a bad signing, but also that teams prefer not to throw against Melton on the other side.

4 – I feel bad for Mack Wilson. You know that he must have been highly looking forward to this game, being a former Patriot.

5 – Wonderful news that they are negotiating with Budda Baker. Game after game after game he proves to be the heart and soul of the defense. He’s not “just” a safety. It shocks me to see that some fans are not that excited about it. I mean, I don’t really like the fluffy “leader”-designation, but it could not be more spot on than to describe Baker. It’s not like you are only paying for the measurable production.

6 – What an absolutely idiotic throw by Murray on the would-be-INT-if-not-called-back. Reminded me of the catastrophic interception he threw from own end zone against the Rams in the playoffs some years ago.

7 – Almost immediately Baron Browning has become their best edge rusher (at least when talking about pass rush. Overall, Zaven Collins is challenging him).

8 – Don’t fool yourself. They are not catching both the Rams and Seahawks. The rest of the season is either about strengthening a winning culture under the Gannon-Ossenfort Project, or playing for draft position, whichever of those options you prefer.

9 – Did you see how two Patriots-players (#81 and #85, no idea of the names) were smiling and laughing on the sideline with a few minutes left of the game? Major Derek Anderson-Deuce Lutui flashback.

10 – The Patriots didn’t convert a single third down. Okay, the Patriots suck, but that is still a good stat for the defense.
#1 x 1000% the fact it worked so well then we just didn’t run it again is just another idiotic OC move that makes no sense! Quick slants and crossing should be a staple with our weapons!

#8 - not so sure if we win out pretty solid shot we win division Seattle is gonna lose maybe out of Geno is not available and have tough schedule. If we can win out not likely but we definitely control our own destiny imo.
 

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1 – On one of the first plays, Murray hit Harrison on a slant for a nice gain. The rest of the game, Harrison were being eaten alive down the field by Christian Gonzalez. Maybe Petzing should reconsider the way to use Harrison.
Harrison ran more slants, but Kyler didn't throw them because Harrison wasn't open. Same thing as last week.
 

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Harrison ran more slants, but Kyler didn't throw them because Harrison wasn't open. Same thing as last week.
I haven't watched tape but we ran it once to perfection. I doubt the Pats completely locked it down for the rest of the game. I just don't think we made the effort. I still feel like they under utilize MHJ. Those two throws to the end zone are probably TD's against most CB's. Gonzales had good coverage but one was at least questionable PI in my opinion. They need to keep feeding him the ball. Meanwhile, Nabers had 14 targets in week 15 for the G-men.
 

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8 – Don’t fool yourself. They are not catching both the Rams and Seahawks. The rest of the season is either about strengthening a winning culture under the Gannon-Ossenfort Project, or playing for draft position, whichever of those options you prefer.
I’ll take the optimistic view!
If the Cardinals can beat the Rams then they have a realistic shot at the Division title. The Panthers and 49ers are both beatable, so 10-7 with a 4-2 division record is quite possible.
Seattle will lose to Minnesota and their last game against the Rams will be a toss up.
 

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1 – On one of the first plays, Murray hit Harrison on a slant for a nice gain. The rest of the game, Harrison were being eaten alive down the field by Christian Gonzalez. Maybe Petzing should reconsider the way to use Harrison.

2 – Impressive game by Jonah Williams. Several key blocks, overall good pass protection, and of course the nice heads-up play in the end zone.

3 – The opponents very often attack Murphy-Bunting. That, obviously, tell the story of a bad signing, but also that teams prefer not to throw against Melton on the other side.

4 – I feel bad for Mack Wilson. You know that he must have been highly looking forward to this game, being a former Patriot.

5 – Wonderful news that they are negotiating with Budda Baker. Game after game after game he proves to be the heart and soul of the defense. He’s not “just” a safety. It shocks me to see that some fans are not that excited about it. I mean, I don’t really like the fluffy “leader”-designation, but it could not be more spot on than to describe Baker. It’s not like you are only paying for the measurable production.

6 – What an absolutely idiotic throw by Murray on the would-be-INT-if-not-called-back. Reminded me of the catastrophic interception he threw from own end zone against the Rams in the playoffs some years ago.

7 – Almost immediately Baron Browning has become their best edge rusher (at least when talking about pass rush. Overall, Zaven Collins is challenging him).

8 – Don’t fool yourself. They are not catching both the Rams and Seahawks. The rest of the season is either about strengthening a winning culture under the Gannon-Ossenfort Project, or playing for draft position, whichever of those options you prefer.

9 – Did you see how two Patriots-players (#81 and #85, no idea of the names) were smiling and laughing on the sideline with a few minutes left of the game? Major Derek Anderson-Deuce Lutui flashback.

10 – The Patriots didn’t convert a single third down. Okay, the Patriots suck, but that is still a good stat for the defense.
1. I believe the first two passes went to MJH. After that…..
3. We have a nice array of db’s
5. How can you not love Budda?
6. This is the kind of thing we remember. There are bad picks. Then there are stupid picks. The stupid ones shouldn’t happen in year 6.
7. Browning has been a tremendous pick-up. Two thimbs up MO!
8. Not being fooled about the Rams and Seahawks. However, let’s do our job and let the chips fall where they may.
Love your thought posts!
 
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