The Fins do not run the ball that much unless Tua takes off. They love the short pass and run after the catch. If we had Jaire for press man to man we could stop it. But he is out. 2 years ago we picked Tua 3 times. He is much improved. I do not buy the cold weather affecting the Fins. It DID bother the 9ers, however. What will have the most impact will be our crowd and our defense.
Yes. The other aspect that might be advantageous is to Run at them. The last 3 teams Miami played averaged just 19 Rushes per game but a hair under 4.0 per carry. I think GB can run for 4.5-5.0 per carry on 30-40 Rushes and wear them down some later in the game. The Miami D needs to tested more in the Run game and left out there on the field more. Due to Miami defending less than <20 runs per game since Week 10, Miami controlled the clock against the Raiders (33min) and Patriots (32min). While Time of possession it is not the “end all” for winning, its obvious that the less your opponent Offense sees the ball, the better (unless it’s Jake Cutler)
We should get the first look at Ty'Ron Hopper in this game. I liked what I saw in the preseason. Very physical at the point of attack.
Yeah I don't believe weather plays much of a part in determining which team will do better. If the temp is around the forecast, 20 degrees, everyone is gonna feel the effects. I know the QBs have hand warmers with them, not so sure about the WRs but don't think so.
I think that today all 3 home teams win & upset that trend. Detroit, Dallas, & GB go home winners, tonight.
Hate that idea. Tua would have all day back there. Absolutely hate 3 man rushes. 2 man??? Worse
Tua gets rid of the ball, fast, to avoid getting hit/sacked. I don't think he'll suddenly start keeping hold of it for 4 or 5 seconds tonight. My main goal was to put more bodies in his preferred target zone which is short middle of the field & let them get YAC. Rushing 4 or 5 is a waste if they don't pressure him within 2 seconds.
We're going to see less pass rush for sure. Especially when we only have 3 linebackers who will be playing. I suspect they'll end up using a nickel defense all the time, and some dime to boot, on passing downs.
I also don’t like to forecast a team doing better or worse due to weather. I think that thinking is dangerous to us letting our guard down. Totally different concept than game planning for the weather. A good military always accounts for weather, lighting, time of day, elevation… the whole 9 yards (pun intended).
Yes.
Yeah... we can talk because we're not playing in it.
Amen. It affects both sides relatively equally.
Just wear hunters orange tonight
ONLY the Bears could blow such an opportunity. Such wasted talent. A penalty, a sack, and a last second sleeping pill. Even MM could not do worse. At least give Santos a chance.
No because I worked outside my whole working career.
If we rush two or three you'll see him hold onto the ball longer. It may work once or twice but sooner rather than later he'll hit it long. We just have to play tight. I understand your thought process. It has hurt us too many times in the past.
100% of Bear fans agree with you!
