Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year

SmashMouth · 12-19-2018, 12:16 AM

He currently sits at 3,666 yards, which means he needs 334 yards to get to 4,000.

Does he get there against the Steelers?

blackangold · 12-19-2018, 03:57 AM

No
And he might not play next week. This may be the first season as a saint that he does not hit 4000... goes to show how bad the offense has been in the last 4 weeks.

Budsdrinker · 12-19-2018, 07:09 AM

He'll get it this weekend. I see this game to be just like the Rams game.

shawnkytonk · 12-19-2018, 01:28 PM

I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries.

SaintsBro · 12-19-2018, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by shawnkytonk

I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries.

I'll say this about it -- my opinion. I find that the people I see around me who are saying Brees "doesn't look like himself," are typically people who maybe don't watch Brees as closely or as regularly as we all do. He looks FINE to me, he's just uncomfortable with the O line, that's messing with his timing and accuracy, because he has to worry about knowing HOW the pocket is going to collapse around him (believe it or not, on a given play Brees typically knows HOW the pocket will most likely crumble and collapse around him, before it actually does) and he's had a TON of receivers dropping the ball on him even when he makes the pinpoint throw. The unfamiliarity with the current O linemen and the lack of quality depth at receiver, is clearly what's "off."

But he's still got that classic Drew warrior face and everything. He's also been throwing those inexplicable derp interceptions for a long time, and sometimes they come in bunches for him -- that's really nothing new. The drive for the field goal against the Bucs to open the second half, was classic Brees. The drive at the end of the Panthers game, right up until the moment of the incredibly stupid TommyLee forward fumble debacle, was also classic Brees.

He can get it done; whatever needs to happen, he can still make it happen. Its just much HARDER than it normally is for him, right now. That will fix itself, eventually, especially if we get the regular linemen back.

AsylumGuido · 12-19-2018, 02:09 PM

Originally Posted by SaintsBro

I'll say this about it -- my opinion. I find that the people I see around me who are saying Brees "doesn't look like himself," are typically people who maybe don't watch Brees as closely or as regularly as we all do. He looks FINE to me, he's just uncomfortable with the O line, that's messing with his timing and accuracy, because he has to worry about knowing HOW the pocket is going to collapse around him (believe it or not, on a given play Brees typically knows HOW the pocket will most likely crumble and collapse around him, before it actually does) and he's had a TON of receivers dropping the ball on him even when he makes the pinpoint throw. The unfamiliarity with the current O linemen and the lack of quality depth at receiver, is clearly what's "off."

But he's still got that classic Drew warrior face and everything. He's also been throwing those inexplicable derp interceptions for a long time, and sometimes they come in bunches for him -- that's really nothing new. The drive for the field goal against the Bucs to open the second half, was classic Brees. The drive at the end of the Panthers game, right up until the moment of the incredibly stupid TommyLee forward fumble debacle, was also classic Brees.

He can get it done; whatever needs to happen, he can still make it happen. Its just much HARDER than it normally is for him, right now. That will fix itself, eventually, especially if we get the regular linemen back.

Agree completely. It's the line and inexperienced WR's that have been the issue. We should have the offensive line back at full force come the playoffs and Ginn returns it should take some of the pressure off the young kids.

K Major · 12-19-2018, 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by shawnkytonk

I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries.

Our receivers (Tre, Arnold & Kirkwood) aren't doing Brees any favors either. I mean we aren't just dropping passes, but 1st downs.

Then factor in a All Pro LT has been out for about a month & we lost our Center last game in a tough divisional game on the road.

IMO #9 isn't the issue here.

TheOak · 12-19-2018, 05:42 PM

Originally Posted by blackangold

No
And he might not play next week. This may be the first season as a saint that he does not hit 4000... goes to show how bad the offense has been in the last 4 weeks.

I suppose its yes and no? Part of it is that he just doesn't have to, we are a top 8 rushing team.

blackangold · 12-20-2018, 02:42 PM

I Think there are a few issues hurting Drew this year, and most of you have touched on these already. If the O-line gets healthy it's one of the best we have ever had. There are to larger issues than the O-line in my opinion. First, is the lack of WR/TE targets, we need Ginn back ASAP. Second, Brees is getting older and as the season goes on he is going to have a harder time recovering.

Drew hasn't been able to push the ball down the field with accuracy at all this year. The bye is going to be critical for Drew to get some rest and recovery time. Age will affect him at some point, he may be able to play well for 5 more years but as each season drags on he is going to have a harder time recovering each week.

homerj07 · 12-20-2018, 04:35 PM

I hope so. I hope it's all the things you all say and not a shoulder or obliques or lower back.

Thanks for giving me some optomism

12-19-2018, 12:16 AM	#1
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12-19-2018, 03:57 AM	#2
blackangold 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 3,422	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year No And he might not play next week. This may be the first season as a saint that he does not hit 4000... goes to show how bad the offense has been in the last 4 weeks. SaintsBro likes this.

12-19-2018, 07:09 AM	#3
Budsdrinker A Cajun Transforming TX Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: The Woodlands, Texas Posts: 2,787	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year He'll get it this weekend. I see this game to be just like the Rams game. SmashMouth likes this.

12-19-2018, 01:28 PM	#4
shawnkytonk 500th Post Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Denver>Memphis>Mississippi Posts: 736	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries. lumm0x likes this.

12-19-2018, 01:41 PM	#5
SaintsBro Site Donor Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: in line with my ridiculous CLEAR PLASTIC BAG Posts: 3,650 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year Originally Posted by shawnkytonk I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries. I'll say this about it -- my opinion. I find that the people I see around me who are saying Brees "doesn't look like himself," are typically people who maybe don't watch Brees as closely or as regularly as we all do. He looks FINE to me, he's just uncomfortable with the O line, that's messing with his timing and accuracy, because he has to worry about knowing HOW the pocket is going to collapse around him (believe it or not, on a given play Brees typically knows HOW the pocket will most likely crumble and collapse around him, before it actually does) and he's had a TON of receivers dropping the ball on him even when he makes the pinpoint throw. The unfamiliarity with the current O linemen and the lack of quality depth at receiver, is clearly what's "off." But he's still got that classic Drew warrior face and everything. He's also been throwing those inexplicable derp interceptions for a long time, and sometimes they come in bunches for him -- that's really nothing new. The drive for the field goal against the Bucs to open the second half, was classic Brees. The drive at the end of the Panthers game, right up until the moment of the incredibly stupid TommyLee forward fumble debacle, was also classic Brees. He can get it done; whatever needs to happen, he can still make it happen. Its just much HARDER than it normally is for him, right now. That will fix itself, eventually, especially if we get the regular linemen back. saintfan, lumm0x, AsylumGuido and 1 others like this.

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12-19-2018, 02:09 PM	#6
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 24,391	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year Originally Posted by SaintsBro I'll say this about it -- my opinion. I find that the people I see around me who are saying Brees "doesn't look like himself," are typically people who maybe don't watch Brees as closely or as regularly as we all do. He looks FINE to me, he's just uncomfortable with the O line, that's messing with his timing and accuracy, because he has to worry about knowing HOW the pocket is going to collapse around him (believe it or not, on a given play Brees typically knows HOW the pocket will most likely crumble and collapse around him, before it actually does) and he's had a TON of receivers dropping the ball on him even when he makes the pinpoint throw. The unfamiliarity with the current O linemen and the lack of quality depth at receiver, is clearly what's "off." But he's still got that classic Drew warrior face and everything. He's also been throwing those inexplicable derp interceptions for a long time, and sometimes they come in bunches for him -- that's really nothing new. The drive for the field goal against the Bucs to open the second half, was classic Brees. The drive at the end of the Panthers game, right up until the moment of the incredibly stupid TommyLee forward fumble debacle, was also classic Brees. He can get it done; whatever needs to happen, he can still make it happen. Its just much HARDER than it normally is for him, right now. That will fix itself, eventually, especially if we get the regular linemen back. Agree completely. It's the line and inexperienced WR's that have been the issue. We should have the offensive line back at full force come the playoffs and Ginn returns it should take some of the pressure off the young kids. lumm0x, SaintsBro and K Major like this.

12-19-2018, 02:12 PM	#7
K Major Site Donor 2019 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bedford, TX Posts: 24,018 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year Originally Posted by shawnkytonk I had a friend post about Brees on social media yesterday. He stated Brees hasn't looked himself the past few weeks. Anyone else share this opinion? I thought it was typical Brees on the road accompanied with the OL injuries. Our receivers (Tre, Arnold & Kirkwood) aren't doing Brees any favors either. I mean we aren't just dropping passes, but 1st downs. Then factor in a All Pro LT has been out for about a month & we lost our Center last game in a tough divisional game on the road. IMO #9 isn't the issue here. lumm0x, Papa Voodoo, AsylumGuido and 1 others like this.

12-19-2018, 05:42 PM	#8
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 18,978	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year Originally Posted by blackangold No And he might not play next week. This may be the first season as a saint that he does not hit 4000... goes to show how bad the offense has been in the last 4 weeks. I suppose its yes and no? Part of it is that he just doesn't have to, we are a top 8 rushing team.

12-20-2018, 02:42 PM	#9
blackangold 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 3,422	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year I Think there are a few issues hurting Drew this year, and most of you have touched on these already. If the O-line gets healthy it's one of the best we have ever had. There are to larger issues than the O-line in my opinion. First, is the lack of WR/TE targets, we need Ginn back ASAP. Second, Brees is getting older and as the season goes on he is going to have a harder time recovering. Drew hasn't been able to push the ball down the field with accuracy at all this year. The bye is going to be critical for Drew to get some rest and recovery time. Age will affect him at some point, he may be able to play well for 5 more years but as each season drags on he is going to have a harder time recovering each week.
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12-20-2018, 04:35 PM	#10
homerj07 In Doh We Trust Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 7,027 Blog Entries: 16	Re: Brees close to 4000 yards passing this year I hope so. I hope it's all the things you all say and not a shoulder or obliques or lower back. Thanks for giving me some optomism