JSn
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I think this forum has the best armchair coaches ever (also lot's of lame bashers, but that's the world for ya).
How would you game-plan the Broncos? I've heard people say they are this year's Pats. At least they were up until a couple of weeks ago.
I'm still getting caught up on the Broncos strengths and weaknesses, but to start things off, here's an excerpt from Lombardi at the National Football Post:
LINK
Here is a link to Reiss's analyses:
Reiss's Pieces - Broncos in Focus
Excerpt:
Key questions: Can we run against this team? Can we pass against this team?
I'll leave detailed figures to others, but regarding passing at least I think we could do very well against their D, just as we could have done well against SD, but for our O-Line. If that has been sorted out/improved, I expect Matt to have a banner day as I believe the game is slowing down for him.
As for running, it seems like anybody's guess. We need the full stable available and producing.
How would you game-plan the Broncos? I've heard people say they are this year's Pats. At least they were up until a couple of weeks ago.
I'm still getting caught up on the Broncos strengths and weaknesses, but to start things off, here's an excerpt from Lombardi at the National Football Post:
Part of the reason why [Brandon] Marshall fumbles so often is that he is always fighting and trying to get the extra yard. Add in the fact that receivers get hit from all angles, especially from behind. The Broncos will struggle offensively if they don’t have at least Eddie Royal for the game. It is clear from Mike Klis’s report that Brandon Stokley is not going to play because of his concussion and if Marshall is the only real wide out, it will make the Patriots game plan a little easier to execute. The key for the Broncos is Ryan Torain. They need a big back and he would be a huge asset as the weather turns and throwing the ball becomes a little more difficult.
LINK
Here is a link to Reiss's analyses:
Reiss's Pieces - Broncos in Focus
Excerpt:
This is a dangerous matchup for a Patriots defense that was beaten on long passing plays of 48, 49 and 59 yards last week, and also committed a 32-yard pass interference penalty in the end zone. The Broncos rank second in passing yards per game, which reflects that they can move the ball through the air. On the flip side, Denver's defense is poor, so the Patriots will look to duplicate what they did against San Francisco -- possessing the ball and playing a complementary game. That sets up a scenario where third downs and turnovers will be especially important.
Key questions: Can we run against this team? Can we pass against this team?
I'll leave detailed figures to others, but regarding passing at least I think we could do very well against their D, just as we could have done well against SD, but for our O-Line. If that has been sorted out/improved, I expect Matt to have a banner day as I believe the game is slowing down for him.
As for running, it seems like anybody's guess. We need the full stable available and producing.
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