Quote:I disagree with this assessment.

 

I know it has been used in the NFL at least since Walsh went to SF, so I definitely can't call it "relatively new."

 

Since the 49ers valued intelligence in their players, I can't say they can't think and execute well.

 

Again, Denver and Green Bay did well with Zone blocking, too.

 

Yeah, and they're even claiming that Lombardi employed it.

 

The zone blocking scheme is a red flag. If you can't be professional enough to teach or learn how to block the way a pro football team is supposed to block, there's no sense in lining up and NO WAY you are going to hit the opponent with the aggressiveness of a well-prepared offense.

 

What's next? Phil Jackson creating a zen-like aura to protect the ball carrier?

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ_WG3d3GL8

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