Observations from the Saints Trouncing of the Packers

AsylumGuido · 09-14-2021, 08:40 AM

Boston Saint · 09-14-2021, 09:25 AM

Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag.

neugey · 09-14-2021, 09:44 AM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag.

And Winston was heavier and did not have that footspeed when he was a Buc. Glad he put in the work to slim down and be more athletic, it paid off. No one is going to confuse Winston for Lamar Jackson, but it's good to have a QB who is at least a moderate running threat.

AsylumGuido · 09-14-2021, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag.

Actually, three times! Twice in the first drive (11 and 15 yards) and again on 3rd and 8 in the second drive with a 10 yard scramble.

The Dude · 09-14-2021, 02:16 PM

Originally Posted by Boston Saint

Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag.

He definitely showed his athleticism but that last one was a little scared.

cmike · 09-14-2021, 02:21 PM

Has anyone heard from James Jones yet. I’m pretty sure he’s made some excuse from under Rodger’s nu* sac.

jeanpierre · 09-15-2021, 09:07 AM

SmashMouth · 09-15-2021, 11:18 AM

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neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,857 Blog Entries: 13	Re: Observations from the Saints Trouncing of the Packers Originally Posted by Boston Saint Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag. And Winston was heavier and did not have that footspeed when he was a Buc. Glad he put in the work to slim down and be more athletic, it paid off. No one is going to confuse Winston for Lamar Jackson, but it's good to have a QB who is at least a moderate running threat. jnormand and Boston Saint like this.

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AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,622	Re: Observations from the Saints Trouncing of the Packers Originally Posted by Boston Saint Something else I appreciated about Winston’s performance that I don’t think has been mentioned enough is his mobility. I was discussing this with my dad and we agreed his early scrambling for first downs was a big thing. Twice I believe he escaped pressure and ran for a first. I sometimes wished Brees had done that more (maybe the difference is being 6 foot vs 6’ 4”) but knowing you have to worry about Winston pulling it down and running has to be a problem for opposing defenses. I don’t want to see it a lot for injury/fumble reasons, but’s a nice tool to have in the bag. Actually, three times! Twice in the first drive (11 and 15 yards) and again on 3rd and 8 in the second drive with a 10 yard scramble. Boston Saint likes this.

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