It would be bad if Hicks wasn’t playing so well. And he is. Dude had 12 tackles, 7 Solo, a PD, a forced fumble, a sack, and was responsible for one of Murphy’s INTs..... I don’t care what guys like stout claim. He’s playing for a reason. I’m OK with Collins learning slowly.
Many LBs like to get into the flow of the game to get a feel for the blocking angles, running style, and drop depth. Tough to do when you are young and going in and out of the lineup. Another year where a rookie LB's development is hindered to give a vet more snaps than he really should get.
A lot of Ronald McKinnon to his game at this point. He is dragging a lot of guys from behind because he can't get to the hole. This was also the 2nd game where teams just ran right at him with success. And that isn't to discount that he can make some plays, but he should not be anywhere close to a 100% snap guy,
I've definitely noticed this as well. starts the game getting behind the line and making plays, then is huffing and puffing come fourth quarter where he's virtually a ghost.
I think Marco is at least a contributing corner in the NFL. A guy you can play who doesn't embarrass you.
The pick six did happen in the 3rd Quarter and Watt forced that throw.
Lucky that he threw a shoe? lol
They are playing a lot of two-high S from I have seen and then keeping Baker back when they go man. Playing him more like Earl Thomas then Tyrann Mathieu.
As such a huge Kliff supporter I cant believe you missed this. I truly believe Kliff was saving some Moore plays and maybe even AJ Green plays for Rams week (I know he played well, but I think there is more to do). Now it almost backfired, but I believe we'll see Moore get the ball in a variety of ways on Sunday. Basically saved him up against the Jags for this upcoming game.
I believe the Cardinals intended to go to Jacksonville, get the lead, and then pound the football. I feel like that is why they were so patient in the first half. In those types of games, they will just play Moore and Kirk less because of their blocking limitations. Now, if Moore could play outside, you could re-sign Kirk and sign Gesicki in the offseason and be in about the same place.
Like Chopper aid, a lot of McKinnon in his game. #s of tackles are a completely pointless stat. Dragging someone down from behind 12 yards down the field when you're supposed to be tackling them in the hole isn't a positive. Also, he was NOT responsible for the INT. He was, as usually, late to the play, and the TE was already bobbling the ball away. If the TE makes the simple catch, he once again gives up a first down because he's ass in coverage.
I am biased regarding TEs in football. They create so many offensive advantages that people just don't appreciate. With Gesicki, he is such a freak athlete being used so poorly that I feel he is prime target to buy low. and he is a willing blocker but that isn't his game. I feel like he is going to be Darren Waller for the team that signs him.
So lucky that he traded up to get him? sounds like he targeted him
My opinion, no. I felt like Simmons looked good last year at times which is what being a rookie is. It is not a shock when a talented player generates more production when he plays more.
