Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

I know it will not happen but I'd like to see Sean break the preseason down into each game having a focal point.

Game 1 100% passing
Game 2 100% rushing

From my point it makes evaluation of the offense much easier.

I remember the Pats did a barely all rushing game or drive last preseason.

Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

Yeah, I know. I meant it more like, Rams and Titans, who cares about them -- it will be a good pair of games to just throw some talent out there and evaluate it, but I"m not exactly gonna be super pumped up for those two particular opponents or games.

Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

I remember Vince Lombardi used pre-season strictly to evaluate and work on certain packages. I think they frequently lost all 6 games nealy every year, then stomped ass during the season.

I've always wondered why more coaches don't just use these games as a practice.

Like you said, maybe one preseason game you never punt. It tests your 4th down conversion team and lets you see how the defense reacts if they have to cover a short field.

Or in another game, punt a lot to work on coverage units, even on 3rd down if necessary.

Or perhaps use an entire half to do nothing but run the ball to work on run blocking/power run game. You can probably combine this with the extra punting, or the going for it on every 4th down.

Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

Because its a production first and a sport second especially preseason. Most fans wouldn't be too happy about buying tickets to see Brees but getting 4 Qtrs of running backs.

Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

Um, that's all nice and everything, but what are the dates???

Re: 2014 Saints Preseason Games Released
 

No dates are up yet.
The schedule looks good for the team.
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