(11-27-2023, 10:49 AM)NYC4jags Wrote:

(11-27-2023, 10:39 AM)Caldrac Wrote: The narrative leading up to that game was how effective and good Etienne's been against them. He's had a few 100 all purpose yard games against them. Ultimately, it is what it is. They also noticeably tried to run it to the right and we just saw Harrison get blasted last week in the run game at home. 

We're on the right track offensively. I think it was maybe you who mentioned it but the overall run blocking scheme or concept seems to not work or gel well for this football team. Rauscher/Pederson/Taylor have to work on that somehow. Again, major credit to Press for sticking to it though. 

Etienne may not be getting 100+ yards rushing on the ground as much but the fact that they refuse to outright abandon it is a testament to their patience and understanding that even if it's a 2 or 3 yard gain you have to do it to keep a defense honest. Etienne will probably have himself a game though next Monday night.

Yes - that was me. 
How we adjust our run blocking scheme (beyond just adding better linemen) could be a key to getting next level with this offense IMO. 

They are very sold out to ZBS athleticism and lateral movement over power runs at the moment - and incorporating a robust "power run page" in the playbook for short yardage would be a very welcome sight. (at the very least) 

I wonder if ETN sees limited snaps this week after the chest injury we don't have details on yet. Looked like he went to the locker room for an X-Ray at one point and came back looking a bit less edgy on his finishes. 
Monday may be a good time to get D'E.J 12+ touches and a half dozen more for the rookie. Just give ETN a handful of stretch plays and swing passes. Just a hunch. It's a looong season and #1 is getting nicked up pretty good.