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I do however think they made a mistake coming into camp so late, especially after adding so many new pieces (and a new offensive system with only one coach brought in to teach it - saunders didn't bring his crew like GW did, he came solo (his son doesn't count)).
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Based on the one on one performances of the first team I happen to agree. Gibbs addressed this issue by saying it was a reward to the team for the great turnout for offseason workouts. Gibbs also implied this may change next season.
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I think mis-using the preseason will in all likelyhood ensure a slow start on offense (like last year). I think a lot of people forgot we went from 3-0 to 5-6 before pulling it out. Our offense was beyond worthless for 13% of the season (1hour and 56 minutes (two weeks) of a 16 hour season) and we really weren't a good team until the end.
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I tend to disagree with you based on the schedule. We win at home against the Vikings, may drop one to Dalls or JAX, but I think we'll gain some momentum early and our fate is decided on how well we can keep that going. It's a very tough schedule overall, and this season will be a true challenge.
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I also kinda wonder what's with bringing in all these new guys so late... I mean it's better than doing nothing, but we knew the skins needed kicking help and depth since the draft ended.
whatever. we have some easy games and if griffin et al are back by week 1, our D should give the offense some cushion to find itself again.
I just wish they blocked and tackled well enough that saunders didn't feel the need to give a 45 minute interview on how everything is going according to plan.
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Our defense is going to be top 5 again this year. I feel we've improved upon last year, but I agree I wish the preseason was more entertaining. The fact is, the preseason doesn't matter, and coaches (regardless if we know their motives or not) use it how they want to.
I think a big distinction to make is that where the team isn't performing, individuals players' performances need to be taken into the context of the situation. To me, all signs point to an overreaction by the fans, and truly a wait and see approach is best suited. It may not be fun, but it's all we got.