Windy conditions - gusting to 28 mph

[BlitzFritz]

As I was getting ready for the tailgate and game this morning, I checked the weather, and it is expected to be quite windy. In fact, those gusts are at a level that will impact the passing game. Not a total passing shutdown (11-16 mph consistent) but its a factor.

Both teams may need to focus on running the ball. Chi may have an edge here with Forte.

Thoughts?


-- Fritz

 

[ausbacker]

So 8 Cutler interceptions?

 

[Rob0729]

Definitely plays in the Pats' favor. Brady is a great wind passer. He throws lasers that are less likely to be thrown off course by the wind. Brady can and will pass in heavy winds.

Look at last year's Broncos game. The wind grounded the Broncos while Brady passed for 344 yards and 3 TDs.

Let's hope for these wind conditions next Sunday too.

 

[TomPatriot]

Look at last year's Broncos game. The wind grounded the Broncos while Brady passed for 344 yards and 3 TDs.

I remember a certain Bronco serving up some cold duck soup.

 

[woolster22]

Definitely plays in the Pats' favor. Brady is a great wind passer. He throws lasers that are less likely to be thrown off course by the wind. Brady can and will pass in heavy winds.

Look at last year's Broncos game. The wind grounded the Broncos while Brady passed for 344 yards and 3 TDs.

Let's hope for these wind conditions next Sunday too.

About sums it up. This should help force cutler to check down to Forte more often, as he should. However, that lackadaisical mo-ron will go all Rex Grossman and chuck it deep into double coverage a handful of times. We need to capitalize on those turnover opportunities.

 

[Tunescribe]

At least Wrecks won't be there breaking wind.

 

[Ross12]

If it is windy, I think at least one Cutler interception is inevitable. I also think the Pats will go run heavy, although I think that was already the game plan in the first place.
Thinking Jonas Gray will have a big game which Chicago won't be expecting. This will also give the Patriots more time of possession. Mix in some passes to all levels, some play action, and I think you've got a winning recipe for beating the Bears.

Chicago's offense is good but error prone and their D is bad and banged up. Exploit the D, keep the ball away from the O, and when their O does get on the field, force a turnover or two.

 

[Mike the Brit]

At least Wrecks won't be there breaking wind.

I always thought a good breeze was the natural remedy for PRA (Pervasive Rex Aroma).