We had a 1st and 20, but we got it to 3rd and 11. Tall order? Sure. Throwing the dump to Gragg for 6 yards? That's not even giving yourself an honest shot.
The defense couldn't stop them. The whole game was a tall order. Did you see what the Colts did playing against a Pats team that is next to unstoppable? They took chances. Yes, they took one too many, but when you're facing a superior opponent, it's better to go big and play risky. A L is still an L, whether it's by 14 or 21.