| ScottyRo |
08-08-2007 12:54 PM |
Re: Training Cap Postcard: Saints
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Everybody in camp feels embarrassed about the egg-laying against Pittsburgh, and they should. But a little perspective is in order. First, the Steelers approached the game as something considerably more than just a preseason affair. It was the first game of head coach Mike Tomlin's much-anticipated tenure, and the Steelers were motivated to put on a good showing to mark the occasion. Early on, they even blitzed more than usual by preseason standards. The Saints were outgained in total yards (413-214); but when you clear away the smoke, their first-team offense played just eight snaps.
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Exactly what I was saying in those "WTF" and "Embarrassing" threads. A rookie HC must get a win to start the preseason. He is selling his system to his players and, if they lose that first game, the selling gets harder.
My biggest problem with the starter was Brees' 1 of 6 passing. That stinks no matter what kind of game their playing. |
