Quote:While I agree that the 4th down decision was incredibly risky, the fact is Fisch made a GREAT call. We got what we were looking for, other than our QB to execute the play. I hate to be in the "play Blake" crowd, but it makes me wonder how he would have done in the 2nd half. Veteran experience or not, we KNOW what Henne does when the game gets tight in the 3rd and 4th quarter. As the pressure built when our defense could no longer stop them, so did Henne wilt further and further. Maybe Blake would have thrown 1 or 2 interceptions. Maybe he throws 1 or 2 more TDs. There's only one way to find out, and I for one can't wait to find out whenever it happens.

 

I'd like a breakdown of our OL, but the initial impression is that they simply just did not hold up. There were not enough running lanes for any of our backs.

 

Perhaps its just a coincidence, but Cyprien's injury seemed to coincide when their offense came alive.

 

Scobee has long been a fan-favorite, and yes he was coming off an injury, but is it just me or has he lost some leg strength? I remember coming into the league when his kicks routinely went into the endzone. I wonder how long he has left as a kicker for us, especially if we can find a cheaper option.

 

Regarding your first point, while I disagree with the decision to go for the 4th down at that point, the play call was the perfect call for that situation.  I agree completely they had everything they wanted on that play except execution.

 

Regarding Scobee, I seem to recall all of his kickoffs going into the end zone.  At this point, I am just concerned he might be in something of a slump on FGs.  He has avoided prolonged slumps in his career.  Hopefully he will continue to avoid them.

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