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I will give an initial impression - it isn't so much a "damning" more so than an "it is what it is". What the Brownies have been the best with, defensively at least, are structures that other NFL defenses have gone away from. Because the better QBs have been shredding single high for 5+ years now. This stems from the after effects of philosophy shifts in the wake of the Legion of Boom. That means both offensively and defensively. The most obvious shift is running more two high, like we did under Joe Woods. Downside, and I've said this all season, sans Thornhill and McLeod to a degree (being hurt) our safety play doesn't allow for the adjustments to be as effective, either in post snap shifts or pre-snap alignment. It's a personnel deficiency. It's a classic "we are what we are". We're good at what we do, probably the best in the NFL at single high because of our corners. But when Ward is hurt, or we run into teams with the ability to counter those looks while possibly keeping Myles and the pass rush a bit in check, then the result is what you saw in Houston. I'll put in some work tonight a bit, and have more details for you guys over the weekend. I haven't been around, life has tossed up a curve-ball of pure madness. It'll be nice to relax and digest some film

If you're going to have the class of 04 in with Manning and Brady, might as well put Rodgers in that group. Drafted in 05', wasn't his fault the Pack had him sit behind Farve. And the bulk of his career success was during that era.

I don't ever remember the Brownies running weakside QB power like an old single wing from an empty motion previous to week 1 against Cincy. Closest I can remember was the QB sweep against PIT to burn clock and make us playoff bound in 2020. While I don't have the numbers, I'm confident in saying there was more gun and 11 personnel usage with Watson than previous QBs. This concluded with the epic win over the ravens. West Coast is a relative term. It generally means timing throws, which are structured and layered within every offense in football. And with that, a certain play call string language that mostly meant individually tagging receivers with numbered routes. Which might not be a predominant in the Browns lingo, but you'll find things derived from it in just about every offense as well. No different than romance languages sharing similarities by having a common ancestor in Latin. Also worth pointing out, one of the most efficient and consistent offenses in the NFL during his time as a head coach has been younger Shanahan in San Fran. The same team who, last I checked, was top 2 in 21 personnel usage with a vehicle driven by under center ball action and timing throws. Odd how an old dog can still get it done with some old tricks that are windowed dressed appropriately. Re: Stef and Van Pelt. They didn't get Flaccos arm hit as he was trying to bomb a post-corner that ended up in a DBs lap. And they sure as fuck didn't make Flacco lock onto a primary with a little stick-out, believing he had man all the way instead of reading the strong side hook correctly. Any heavy handed critique lobbed at the coaching staff after how they over performed this season is idiotic at best.

Alim Mcneil has turned into one of the most underrated IDL in the NFL. And it really hurts to see that, but good for him and Detroit.

Lions fucked around that entire 2nd quarter and could have avalanched TB. Instead they get caught in tempo, and give Mike Evans easy 1 on 1's along with the rest of their shitty man coverage in the redzone. Bucs take advantage and make it 10 all.

Still not understanding the mindset of Watson being 'The' or really even 'a' problem. His contract creates issues, but the problem with what unfolded this season was that the moment we saw Deshaun and the offense begin to bloom, that hope was immediately snuffed out. I go back to that Ravens game, it was that win which made a push to the playoffs possible and the team used as a springboard to finish the season from. The Ravens have faced Jared Goff Justin Herbert CJ Stroud Trevor Lawrence Brock Purdy during his MVP talk Geno Smith Tua Matt Stafford All of them did not beat Baltimore. More to the point, of that lot, only one QB helped his offense score more than 20 points, with several being held under 10. Watson lit the Ravens up for 3 quarters through injury that required season ending surgery. Health is an issue, coaching may be an issue, personnel may be an issue. But when Watson started flashing, he flashed like he used to in Houston that made him one of the better young QBs in the NFL. Talent is not a problem here and has never been.

Yeah, his knees reminded me of 'Tone quite a bit. Basically it was 3 years until the NFL. But by the time he got midway through his sophomore year at tOSU, you could see the wear and tear. Which, speaking of Beanie, was the reason for the big push to get him. Apart from being the #1 RB recruit, he got a ton of minutes a freshman under Tress. Rare unless you were a special talent or he just absolutely needed you to take starting snaps. Beanie took a lot of the carries Mo and Brandon Joe had the year or two previous, only difference is he was actually an efficient and much more effective runner. But that also helped keep Pittman fresh during that 06' season. I say that because Dunn, like you compared him too, was supposed to be the next Beanie. And like Beanie, the hopes for him his freshman year was backing up and putting in work behind Carlos Hyde. He had a couple moments, dude just couldn't string it together on, but also off the field. Zeke came in during the 2013 season, and the rest is history

Probably because she's an assistant coach. So if the boss is staying, why would the assistants be fired? Ya fucking retard. Do humanity a favor and at minimum clear your posts with your mother first. She might help prevent you from saying dumb shit. This moron aside, not a fan of rolling heads for the sake of optics. Especially coach Stump. He's done a hell of a job with every player under his wing so far. And if Andrew Berry is concerned why Ford hasn't developed into the next Chubb by now, being that they're of a similar physical mold, at some point it has to be understood that you don't hit home runs on every single pick. Some players just are what they are.

Wright was finally found a role he could contribute just a bit. But his role, once understood how limited it was, could be exploited. His ability to effect the game in that role can't balance out said liability. Hudson just isn't progressing and he is what he is, same for Harrison Bryant. Ronnie is Ronnie. Physically gifted by eyes and mind haven't grown since his sophomore year at tOSU. At times he looks like a cut down version of Taylor Mays.

Maybe Dunn McLeod, Mo and AWalk all depending on health Bojorquez Harmon and Taki struggled bad yesterday. Zadarius is playing on the back 9 and can see the club house. Newsome working over top that pick yesterday like a douche bag still sticks in my mind.

Wowzer .... Voided the boundary lane on that punt. If Houston ever wanted to fake a punt this game, chances are it'll be there.

Yeah, don't ever make that comparison again bubs. ❤️

Ward isn't 100%, we've gone to more zone and our safeties can't handle it.

If you thought Ronnie was a great DB because of PFF, you should have asked any Buckeye to the contrary.

Patrick got lit up a few times vs Oakland. Gave me hope that flags can balance out.

Good no call. You have to protect yourself sooner, Joe.

Be blew the TD to the TE, so he's got a lot of making up to do.

Hickman, this was your problem at tOSU.

At one point, Stroud was #2 in the NFL against zone coverage. So Ward needs to be ready to go, because our zone coverage rates climb quite a bit.

Everytime I see you on this football board now.

Re: Schwartz. Pretty understood, from his time in DET, that he's sort of an asshole. Now, he's closer to 60 than he was in 2010, so maybe he's chilled out a bit and took on an actual leadership role. In the same theme, the man is closer to 60 now. He might not be interested in taking on a head coaching job at this point.

If you ever get a chance to meet the man - don't. I knew a girl who was a paralegal at one of his offices (he has a couple locations) and I was invited to a 'race night' The pre-recorded horse race videos, the raffles, open bar, etc etc. Anyhizzle, The Mis makes a cameo appearance. He might have been there 30 minutes? Yeah.... Belligerent douchebag, especially to the serving staff. I might be a sarcastic asshole, and yes I can come across as brash at times; but I'm fair and a bit more measured than most. T.M. though? Total shitbird. Obviously this is becoming of nothing and he's a local media sensation, it's just a shame it has to be attached to such a miserable human.

HOU is solid against the run and, well, CLE isn't currently a good rushing team. Given that Anderson and most of the Texans Dline will be back to play, it's going to take a hell of an effort from the Oline and Ford to make them respect running the rock enough to keep them from teeing off on Flacco. Pressure rates rise, turnovers tend to come with it. Joe needs to avoid the silly throws, including the one's we've seen where they miraculously break our way and don't hurt the offense. That only goes so far before it bites you in the ass. Texans Oline is shaky, Brownies pass rush will be what makes or breaks the day. Stroud is a great young QB. But he's still a rookie making his first playoff start. That and don't let Singletary pop off chunk runs on those HB delays. That hurt is a couple times last out, and I can't stress how difficult it is beating the same team twice in one season at any level. In the end I'm just grateful to see another playoff game given the state of the roster. Should be a great wildcard weekend.

Wait, there are others besides A&M?! My. Gawd.

Without even looking up that name I know he has to play for A&M.