I also wonder if him checking out of those plays goes back to him trying to do too much again as well?

 

I would assume that even in the case of these designated run-only plays, he's still paying attention to the field that can be discussed with coaches while on the sidelines after the possession. I don't see this move by the staff as attempting to curb his aggressiveness per se as it is an exercise aimed at creating and maintaining balance.

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