Randy Moss: Did he run block? - Page 6 - New England Patriots Forums

PatriotsReign · 09-10-2007, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DaBruinz

Who are you to say that people who play Madden and Fantasy football aren't real fans? Your a friggin NOBODY. YOU aren't a real fan. Real fans don't ***** on other people just for asking a simple LEGITIMATE question.

I don't play Madden. Yes, I play fantasty football. I've also played football. Fantasy football is something I do for fun because its a strategy game.

As for learning about the game, I've learned a tremendous amount about the game from FAN SITES. More than I did from playing the game because I chose to play hockey through High School instead of football.

I've been rooting for the Pats since 1982. I remember Grogan, Tippett, Lippett, Morgan, Hannah, etc... I've been a fan through the lean years of the late 80's early 90s. And I continue to be a fan now.

Ahhh, did mr Reign hit a nerve? Get over it and get back to your X-box.

fair catch fryar · 09-10-2007, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TheBaronPatriot

Question to those who were on the field.
Was Randy run blocking? Did he run routes full speed that were not aimed for him?

I was sitting in the upper deck yesterday and watched Moss more than the rest of the receivers. From what I saw he ran just as hard as everyone and jogged back to the huddle for after every play he wasn't involved in. After watching what he did live in person, I'm sold on this one. I couldn't believe how out-matched the Jets defenders were that tried to cover him off the line of scrimmage. He made Rhodes look like he was playing with his shoelaces tied together!!

PatriotsReign · 09-10-2007, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by upstater1

People tend to overthink things too much, especially in a complicated game like football. In analyzing Moss's impact, I was struck by all the time Brady had. Was that because our OL was awesome? Was it because the Jets sucked? Or was it because there was no safety blitzing because the Jets were deathly afraid of Moss.

I go with number three. Moss's impact on the game could be felt even when he wasn't catching passes.

Just compare this offense with th one that lost to the Colts. Night and day.

THANK YOU! Now here is a fine example of a good football fan. He's focusing on the positives and all the possibilities Moss presents to Brady, the Patriots and the fans.

Take a bow amidst the negativity!....maybe Pitino was right! Oops, I think I see Randy Moss coming through that door.

loosebearing · 09-11-2007, 12:18 AM

Mr debruinz

you post a lot

but you tend to rub a lot of people the wrong way. You get way to personal and tend to INTERPRET what other people write.

Just an observation from years of viewing and weeks of posting

Direwolf57 · 09-11-2007, 12:58 AM

Chargers fan here!

Your Moss gamble paid off nice already, my compliments!

Honestly, when I first heard you'd picked him up I was surprised since I always (despite all the smack from last years playoff game) felt your organization only went after "character" and "team" guys! Randy has always been a "Me" guy! He not only hates to block for other players, but avoids football hits like the plague.

Admittedly, our secondary is average at best, but we're a lot better when we only have to defend corners. Moss in the middle vs. the Bolts is a twig waiting to be snapped! And after a clean, hard, football hit, Randy will take some of his infamous "plays off"

The Jets defense cannot be compared to the Chargers! Your offense is a great one and Brady deserves respect. But your O-line is your key this week because Brady, like P. Manning, doesn't fare well in street fights! Can't wait for Sunday!

smg93 · 09-11-2007, 01:33 AM

Has Gostkowski been shedding blocks on kickoffs?

smg93 · 09-11-2007, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by loosebearing

Mr debruinz

you post a lot

but you tend to rub a lot of people the wrong way. You get way to personal and tend to INTERPRET what other people write.

Just an observation from years of viewing and weeks of posting

Yep, gotta agree with this one.

Boston Boxer · 09-11-2007, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by TheBaronPatriot

Question to those who were on the field.
Was Randy run blocking? Did he run routes full speed that were not aimed for him?

he did not do any of that...he was too busy catching passes for unreal yardage

Wotan_the_Wanderer · 09-11-2007, 02:40 AM

Well, on one play that I noticed, Moss did run block for Sammy. I really wouldn't say Moss is the second coming of Hines Ward or even David Givens but he did block his guy which helped spring Sammy for either a first down or something like a nine yard gain. Other than that one play, I really can't say. I had other things on my mind beside Moss' run blocking.

VJCPatriot · 09-11-2007, 03:16 AM

Too bad I couldn't get him for my fantasy team. He went like 2 picks ahead of me... settled for Carson Palmer instead so I guess it's all good.

Randy Moss brought his A game. Let's hope he makes a habit of it. But he definitely gives us fans reason to be excited.

And no I don't expect him to run block like Dan Graham did. Just giving it an effort is good enough for me, especially when the guy puts up 180 yards! Woot!