Remember the last time we played the Cardinals and they forgot to show up?
Would you say since Brady really started utilizing the no-huddle greatly a couple of years ago the rest of the league is finally starting to realize it’s the way to go? Same with how teams are using tightends.
Somewhat yes, but the thing with the no huddle is that it takes a special quarterback and a group of weapons who are all on the same page as him. In theory I’m sure every team would love to run the no-huddle, but it’s just not feasible with a young and inexperienced quarterback.
The Patriots right now are on the cutting edge of offense. Brady has been in the system forever and between Gronk, Hernando, Welker and Lloyd they have four threats each with multiple years in the offense. This is a big reason why you didn’t see more of Ochocinco last year. There was no way he could process all the information quickly enough to run the no huddle.
But yes, the no huddle is the perfect antidote to teams that like to use a lot of personnel and formations on defense. It forces the defense to stay with who they have on the field, and more often than not play on their heels, reacting to the offense.
The truly deadly thing about the Pats and the no huddle is that with their four weapons they can do pretty much anything from a power run to a spread attack. The tight ends are what makes this possible, especially Gronk because he’s a fearsome blocker as well as adept receiver.
So in short, yes all teams would love to be able to do what the Patriots do, it’s just most of them don’t have the personnel at quarterback and tight end to do it as effectively as New England.
Chandler Jones up to tall task – BostonHerald.com
Chandler Jones up to tall task – BostonHerald.com
Good breakdown from Jeff Howe on Chandler Jones’ opening game.
While Jones is viewed as the Patriots’ pass-rushing answer, he is very good against the run. He stunted inside in the first quarter to stop Chris Johnson for a 3-yard loss, and Jones also works off his blocks with ease when the ball goes in his direction. Jones’ ability against the run keeps him on the field for all three downs.
Bill Belichick on WEEI – 9/10/2012
Bill Belichick on WEEI – 9/10/2012
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IN FOCUS: Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez: Where Did He Line Up on Sunday? – Ian’s New England Patriots Blog :Ian’s New England Patriots Blog
Great stuff from Ian Logue over at PatsFans.com!
Fastest Rexy’s moved in two decades. And also the best hit the Bills got all day.