Originally Posted By: Carcassman
Everybody, it seems, is piling onto the OC as the "problem". If memory serves, in all 5 losses the Hawks had a 4th quarter lead, often late in the quarter. Seems to me that the consistent occurrence here is problems on defense. And yet, the offense gets blamed.


The score doesn't reflect how pitiful this offense has been for extended periods.

Last year they had red zone problems but still had no issues driving down the field and getting field goals. This year the offense is 3 and out for half the game and more.

Also the time of possession looks bad for the Hawks in a lot of games despite milking the clock on as many plays as possible.

I think the problem is Bevell and Russell. Russel needs to protect the ball, too many plays he is forcing it and nearly getting intercepted.

I trusted Russ, had hundred percent faith in him the SB winning season. I remember thinking how great it was that going into the SB I didn't have to worry about him throwing a bunch of interceptions. Half way through last season and this season suddenly RW is just throwing it up, predictably after a decent play, trying that deep ball again and again. Pete said he hates those interceptions numerous times now and I'm sure he's worried about RWs decision making.

RW is also not going down when he is being sacked. He tries to force the ball out again and a fumble occurs. Just go down!

Bevell is just predictable and uninteresting, I watch enough football to see that. It just plain obvious.
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