Strategy?????????

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by BossHog

Call a play. Run it. Enough with all the shifts already! Defenses aren't shaking in their boots when we do because we're doing the same thing we did for the past couple of weeks! We need a new offensive coordinator. We have a conservative offense. And there's nothing wrong with that. But we need not be so predictable. Also, I would like to see Brunell take 'charge' of the offense in certain situations. When will some one step up and take command of what's going on offense? We have a few guys on defense who do just that.

Sorry, but this is the 2nd place I have read you advocate for a new Off. Coordinator and all I have to say is - YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING!!!
Who would you hire to replace Gibbs as a strategist?

The shifting serves a purpose - In part to determine what the defensive assignments are. For example: If the WR splits out and is followed by a CB, chances are it's a man defense. This, in turn, gives the QB, RB and HB their reads.

The general strategy and play calling have been fine (actually quite good - nice mix of run/pass, taking shots downfield and mixing in crossing and deep hooks w/ enough short stuff to keep people honest).

As for someone stepping up, someone will as soon as the players get more familiar with the schemes. I get the feeling that right now everyone is just focusing on making sure they get their assignments right and (b/c of snafus) making sure they stay on sides, don't fumble, get the play called in time, catch the ball, etc. Soon enough, an offensive leader or two will emerge.

I am deeply frustrated by the losses so far. I am one of those who let my expectations get ahead of me, but, as so many have pointed out in other threads, this has been a bad, undisciplined, "me-first" team since the Norv era. It takes some time to weed out the crap and instill some real team pride. Gibbs will be fine. His playcalling will be fine. He will find the players who will work for him and the offense will gell.

When will all this happen? Sometime this year I hope. It would be great to make the playoffs - but it may not happen.

Patience. All will be well.