Quarterback hits (a/k/a "Slobberknocking, Part Deux")

[onlydarksets]

Did anyone notice that, on at least two of Fitzpatrick's runs, the defense let up as he dove forward for extra yardage? As long as the QB doesn't slide feet first, he's fair game, right? Is it professional courtesy that you don't slobberknock (thank you Sammy Baugh Fan!) the QB in the open field? I don't think so, but I can't figure out why our D just put a hand on him and didn't try to get a hit. I am not suggesting trying to hurt the kid, but if he takes a shot one time, he will think twice about running the next time.