(01-17-2020, 07:19 AM)I am Yoda Wrote:

(01-17-2020, 02:46 AM)p_rushing Wrote: I just don't know how anyone could make that statement with a straight face why Wash is still in the building.

Someone needs to talk and get the inside info on why Wash is still there.

I think they look at the defensive numbers and are satisfied.  We aren't.  But I think Marrone and Caldwell are.

21st in scoring defense at almost 25 points per game.
25th in opponent yards per game at 375 yards per game.
16th in passing yards per game at 236 yards per game.
28th in rushing yards per game at 139 yards per game.

Apparently, they see that as good.  But even the passing yards per game is deceptive.  Because every time it counts, you know they're going to give up a crucial first down or explosive play.  Pathetic.

In no way am I advocating keeping Wash regardless of numbers, but I really get irked when we get a few stats that support a point, and nothing else.

What were the stats like for the offense? Where did we stand on 3-and-outs? How lopsided was our TOP against the D? Where did we stand in overall sacks? How did those stats look before and after Dareus got hurt? (Seems our run D faltered badly at that point in the season).  Did our defense fare better when playing with a lead? Stats like that help paint a more thorough picture of whether or not we're as bad as those 4 figures appear.

Personally I have no idea what argument they are using to justify him sticking around, or if that argument even holds water. I've been banging the drum to have him sent packing for a while. I expect to see similar rankings this time next year if they refuse to change.

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